BMW R 1200 ST -, Rider'S Manual

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Once the battery is fully
charged, disconnect the
charger terminal clips from
the battery terminals.
The battery has to be re-
charged at regular inter-
vals in the course of a lengthy
period of disuse. See the in-
structions for caring for your
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before restoring it
to use.
Removing the battery
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and place the
motorcycle on its stand.
Switch off the ignition.
Removing rear seat (
59)
Removing front seat ( 60)
Remove seat supporting
rod
1 .
Disconnection in
the wrong sequence
increases the risk of
short-circuits.
Always proceed in the correct
sequence.
Disconnect negative lead 2
first.
Then pull back protective
cap
3 and disconnect the
positive cable.
Remove screw 4 and re-
move the battery retainer.
Lift the battery up and out;
work it slightly back and
forth if it is difficult to re-
move.
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