BMW R 1200RT, Rider'S Manual

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a properly maintained condition, it
is vital that the specified service
intervals are kept to.
Reserves for safety
But remember: the potentially
shorter braking distances which
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-
mits must not be used as an ex-
cuse for careless riding. ABS is
primarily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emer-
gencies.
Be careful in curves. When
you apply the brakes in a
curve, the motorcycle's weight
and momentum take over and
even BMW Motorrad ABS is un-
able to counteract their effects.
The rider is always responsible
for adapting his/her driving style.
Do not reduce the additional
safety provided with risky
driving.
BMW Motorrad ASC
How does ASC work?
BMW Motorrad ASC compares
the wheel speeds of the front
and rear wheels. From the speed
difference the slip, and with it
the stability reserves on the rear
wheel are determined. When a
slip limit is exceeded, the engine
torque is adapted by the engine
management system.
What are the design
features of ASC?
BMW Motorrad ASC is an assis-
tance system for the rider and
is designed for riding on public
roads. The extent to which the
rider affects ASC control can be
considerable (weight shifts when
cornering, items of luggage loose
on the motorcycle), especially
when style of riding takes rider
and machine close to the limits
imposed by physics.
The system is not optimized for
special requirements resulting
under extreme weather condi-
tions off-road or on the racetrack.
In such situations BMW Motorrad
ASC can be switched off.
Even with ASC, the laws of
physics cannot be overrid-
den. The rider is always respon-
sible for adapting his/her driving
style.
Do not reduce the additional
safety provided with risky
driving.
Special situations
As lean angles increase, accel-
eration potential is also progres-
sively restricted by the laws of
physics. This can result in de-
layed acceleration when coming
out of very tight curves.
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