BMW R 1200 RT 2011, Rider'S Manual

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Install the front seat ( 61).
Clutch
Checking clutch operation
Pull the clutch lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If the pressure point is not clearly
perceptible:
Have the clutch checked by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Checking clutch fluid level
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
Move the handlebars to the
straight-ahead position.
Check the clutch fluid level in
reservoir
1 .
Wear of the clutch causes
the fluid level in the clutch
fluid reservoir to rise.
Clutch-fluid level (visual
inspection)
It is impermissible for the
clutch fluid level to drop.
If the clutch-fluid level drops:
Unsuitable hydraulic fluids
could cause damage to the
clutch system.
Do not attempt to top up the
system with fluids of any kind.
Have the defect rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Rims and tyres
Checking rims
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Visually inspect the rims for
defects.
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Checking tyre tread depth
Your motorcycle's handling
and grip can be impaired
even before the tyres wear to
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