BMW R 1200 R 2007, Rider'S Manual

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If button 1 is not pressed for a
longer time, damping is set as
indicated.
Adjusting spring preload
Starting engine
The spring preload cannot
be adjusted while the mo-
torcycle is being ridden.
Press button 1 .
Current setting is displayed.
Press and hold button
1 until
display changes each time.
Starting from the current state,
the display is in the following or-
der:
One-up
One-up with luggage
Two-up (with luggage)
If button 1 is not pressed for
a longer time, spring preload
is set as indicated. During the
setting procedure, the display
flashes.
Tires
Checking tire inflation
pressure
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure results in poorer hand-
ing characteristics of the motor-
cycle and reduces the life of the
tires.
Ensure proper tire inflation
pressure.
At high road speeds, tire
valves have a tendency to
open as a result of centrifugal
force.
Fit metal valve caps with rubber
seals and screw them on firmly
to prevent sudden deflation.
Check tire pressures against
the data below.
Tire pressure, front
31.9 psi (2.2 bar) (Single rid-
er, with cold tire)
36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Driver with
passenger and/or load, with
cold tire)
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