
Stop the engine immediately if
it misfires
Use unleaded fuel only
Comply with all specified main-
tenance intervals.
Unburned fuel will destroy
the catalytic converter.
Note the points listed for protec-
tion of the catalytic converter.
Danger of overheating
Cooling would be inade-
quate if the engine were al-
lowed to idle for a lengthy period
with the motorcycle at a stand-
still: overheating would result. In
extreme cases, the motorcycle
could catch fire.
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily. After starting, ride
off immediately.
Modifications
Modifications of the mo-
torcycle (e.g. engine man-
agement system, throttle valves,
clutch) can cause damage to the
affected components and fail-
ure of safety-related functions.
Damage caused in this way is
not covered by the warranty.
Do not make any modifications.
Checklist
Use the following checklist to
check important functions, set-
tings and wear limits before you
ride off:
Before every journey
Brakes
Front and rear brake fluid levels
Coolant level
Clutch function
Damping setting and spring
preload
Tread depth and tire inflation
pressure
Firm seating of cases and lug-
gage
At regular intervals
Engine oil level (every time you
refuel)
Brake pad wear (during every
third stop for refueling)
Starting
Starting the engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
(
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. (
ASC self-diagnosis in progress.
(
Engage neutral, or pull back
clutch lever if a gear is en-
gaged.
You cannot start the mo-
torcycle with the side stand
extended and a gear engaged.
The engine will switch itself off if
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Содержание R 1200GS Adventure 2014
Страница 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model R1200GSAdventure BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine...
Страница 10: ...1 8 z General instructions...
Страница 12: ...2 10 z Overviews...
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Страница 20: ...2 18 z Overviews...
Страница 42: ...Upshift recommendation 1 sig nals the economically best point in time for upshifting 3 40 z Displays...
Страница 96: ...5 94 z Riding...
Страница 106: ...6 104 z Technology in detail...
Страница 136: ...7 134 z Maintenance...
Страница 148: ...8 146 z Accessories...
Страница 179: ...Work carried out Odometer reading Date 11 177 z Service...
Страница 180: ...11 178 z Service...
Страница 181: ...Appendix Certificate 180 12 179 z Appendix...
Страница 191: ...13 189 z Index...