
to the center of the motorcycle
as possible.
Observe the maximum pay-
load and maximum speed as
indicated on the label in the
case (see also the chapter
"Accessories").
with topcase
OA
Observe the maximum pay-
load and maximum speed as
indicated on the label in the
topcase (see also the chapter
"Accessories").
with tank bag
OA
Observe maximum payload of
tank rucksack.
Payload of tank rucksack
max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
Speed
If you ride at high speed, always
bear in mind that various bound-
ary conditions can adversely af-
fect the handling of your motor-
cycle:
Settings of spring-strut and
shock absorber system
Unevenly distributed load
Loose clothing
Insufficient tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire tread in poor condition
Etc.
Maximum speed with
studded or winter tyres
DANGER
Maximum speed of the mo-
torcycle is higher than the
permissible maximum rated
speed of the tires.
Risk of accident due to tire dam-
age at high speed.
Observe the maximum permis-
sible speed for the tyres.
With studded or winter tyres, the
maximum permissible speed for
the tyres must be observed.
Attach a label specifying the
maximum permissible speed in
the field of view of the instrument
cluster.
Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colorless and
odorless but highly toxic.
WARNING
Harmful exhaust gas
Danger of suffocation
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Do not run the engine in
closed rooms.
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Summary of Contents for R 1200GS 2016
Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model R1200GS BMW Motorrad bmw motorrad com The Ultimate Riding Machine...
Page 10: ...from the information illustrations and descriptions in this manual 1 8 z General instructions...
Page 12: ...2 10 z Overviews...
Page 14: ...2 12 z Overviews...
Page 88: ...4 86 z Operation...
Page 96: ...5 94 z Setting...
Page 116: ...6 114 z Riding...
Page 164: ...8 162 z Maintenance...
Page 204: ...11 202 z Technical data...
Page 209: ...12 207 z Service...
Page 210: ...12 208 z Service...
Page 227: ...Work carried out Odometer reading Date 12 225 z Service...
Page 228: ...12 226 z Service...
Page 241: ...14 239 z Index...