BMW R 1200 GS -, Rider'S Manual

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avoid riding at constant engine
rpm for prolonged periods.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads.
Comply with the rpm limits for
running in.
Running-in speeds
<5000 min -1 (Odometer read-
ing 0...1000 km)
no full throttle (Odometer
reading 0...1000 km)
Note the mileage after which
the running-in check should be
carried out.
Mileage until the
running-in check
500...1200 km
Brake pads
New brake pads have to bed
down before they can achieve
their optimum friction levels. You
can compensate for this initial re-
duction in braking efficiency by
exerting greater pressure on the
levers.
WARNING
New brake pads
Longer stopping distance, risk of
accident
Apply the brakes in good
time.
Tyres
New tyres have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tyres
are run in. This running in pro-
cedure is essential if the tyres are
to achieve maximum grip.
WARNING
New tyres losing grip on wet
roads and at extreme bank
angles
Risk of accident
Ride carefully and avoid ex-
tremely sharp inclines.
Off-roading
For off-roading
Rims
ATTENTION
Off-roading more severe than
riding on unsurfaced tracks
Damage to standard cast-alu-
minium rims
Use the cross-spoked wheels
available as optional extras for
severe off-roading.
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