BMW R 1200 S, Rider'S Manual

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Turn adjusting screw 1
counter-clockwise.
Span between handlebar
grip and clutch lever de-
creases.
Brakes
Adjusting handbrake
lever
Changing the position of
the brake-fluid reservoir
can allow air to penetrate the
brake system.
Do not twist the handlebar
fitting or the handlebars.
Attempting to adjust the
brake lever while riding
the motorcycle can lead to
accidents.
Do not attempt to adjust the
brake lever unless the motor-
cycle is at a standstill.
Turn adjusting screw 1
clockwise.
The adjusting screw is
indexed and is easier
to turn if you push the hand-
brake lever forward.
Span between handlebar
grip and handbrake lever
increases.
Turn adjusting screw
1
counter-clockwise.
Span between handlebar
grip and handlebar lever de-
creases.
Lights
Switching on the side
lights
The side lights switch on
automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
The side lights place a
strain on the battery.
Do not switch the ignition
on for longer than absolutely
necessary.
Switching on the low-
beam headlight
The low-beam headlight
switches on automatically
when you start the engine.
When the engine is not
running you can switch
on the high-beam headlight
by switching on the ignition
and either switching on the
high-beam headlight or oper-
ating the headlight flasher.
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