BMW R 1200RT, Rider'S Manual

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Unlock cap of fuel tank 1 with
ignition key by turning it clock-
wise, and fold it up.
Refuel with quality listed below
at most until lower edge of filler
neck is reached.
When refueling after run-
ning on reserve, make sure
that you top up the tank to a
level above reserve, as other-
wise the sensor will not be able
to register the new level and the
fuel warning lamp will not be
switched off.
The "usable fuel quantity"
indicated in the Technical
data is the fuel quantity, which
can be refueled, if the fuel tank
was completely emptied, i.e., if
the engine dies off due to lack of
fuel.
Usable fuel quantity
Approx. 6.6 gal (Approx. 25 l)
Reserve fuel quantity
Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Press fuel tank cap down firmly
to close.
Remove key and close protec-
tive cap.
Fastening motorcycle
for transport
Protect all component surfaces
against which straps are routed
against scratching. For exam-
ple, use adhesive tape or soft
cloths.
The motorcycle can tip
away to the side and fall
over.
Secure motorcycle against tip-
ping away to the side, prefer-
ably with the help of a second
person.
Push motorcycle onto transport
surface, and do not place on
side stand or center stand.
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