ASC self-diagnosis
BMW Motorrad ASC performs
self-diagnosis to ensure its op-
erability. Self-diagnosis is per-
formed automatically when you
switch on the ignition.
Phase 1
Test of the diagnosable system
components with the vehicle at
a standstill.
slow-flashes.
Phase 2
Test of the diagnosis-compat-
ible system components while
the motorcycle is on the move.
slow-flashes.
ASC self-diagnosis
completed
The ASC warning light goes
out.
Check all the warning and tell-
tale lights.
ASC self-diagnosis not
completed
The ASC function is not avail-
able, because self-diagnosis
did not complete. (The motor-
cycle has to reach a defined
minimum speed for the wheel
sensors to be checked: min
5 km/h)
If an indicator showing an ASC
fault appears when ASC self-
diagnosis completes:
You can continue to ride. Bear
in mind that the ASC function
is not available.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Running in
Engine
Until the first running-in check,
vary the throttle opening and
engine-speed range frequently;
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, avoid-
ing high-speed main roads and
highways if possible.
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)
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Riding
Summary of Contents for R 1200 RT
Page 1: ...Rider s Manual R1200RT BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine ...
Page 10: ...1 8 z General instructions ...
Page 12: ...2 10 z General views ...
Page 14: ...2 12 z General views ...
Page 22: ...2 20 z General views ...
Page 29: ...The possible warnings are listed on the next pages 3 27 z Status indicators ...
Page 48: ...Front seat 90 Rear seat 91 4 46 z Operation ...
Page 95: ...Install screws 1 4 93 z Operation ...
Page 96: ...4 94 z Operation ...
Page 112: ...5 110 z Riding ...
Page 156: ...Fuse holder 50 A Fuse 1 Voltage regu lator 7 154 z Maintenance ...
Page 168: ...8 166 z Accessories ...
Page 174: ...9 172 z Care ...
Page 190: ...10 188 z Technical data ...
Page 194: ...11 192 z Service ...
Page 203: ...Item Odometer reading Date 11 201 z Service ...
Page 204: ...11 202 z Service ...
Page 221: ...13 219 z Index ...