BMW S 1000XR, Rider'S Manual

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Engine oil, capacity
approx. 3.5 l (with filter
change)
If the oil level is below the min-
imum mark:
Topping up the engine oil
(
131).
If the oil level is above the max-
imum mark:
Have the oil level corrected
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Topping up the engine oil
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Wipe the area around the oil
filler neck clean.
Remove cap 1 of the oil filler
neck.
ATTENTION
Use of insufficient engine oil
or too much engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Top up the engine oil to the
specified level.
Checking engine oil level
(
130).
Install oil filler cap 1 .
Brake system
Checking function of
brakes
Operate the brake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
Press the footbrake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If pressure points are not clearly
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Work on brake system not
in compliance with correct
procedure
Risk to operational reliability of
the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem undertaken by trained and
qualified specialists.
Have the brakes checked by a
specialist workshop, preferably
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