Offroad Riding - BMW R 1200 GS Rider's Manual

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Engine break-in speeds
80
-1
<7500 min
reading 249...373 miles
(400...600 km))
briefly maximum engine
speed (Odometer
reading 373...559 miles
(600...900 km))
z
Have the first inspection carried
out after 300 - 750 mls (500 -
1200 km).
Brake pads
New brake pads must be run in
before they achieve their opti-
mum friction force. This initial
reduction in braking efficiency
can be compensated for by ex-
erting greater pressure on the
brake levers.
New brake pads can ex-
tend stopping distance by a
significant margin.
Brake early.
Tires
New tires have a smooth sur-
(Odometer
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tires
are run in. This running in proce-
dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.
yet. There is a danger of
accidents when driving at
extreme angles.
Avoid extreme angles.

Offroad riding

When driving offroad
with Topcase
Topcase when driving of-
froad
Before driving offroad, the Top-
case should be removed or se-
cured with the Enduro lock kit
New tires have not
achieved their full adhesion
OA
available from your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Rims
As a touring Enduro model,
this motorcycle has also
been designed for light offroad
use on unpaved roads. However,
heavier offroad use can result
in damage to the standard cast
aluminum rims.
For heavier offroad use, use the
cross-spoke wheels available as
optional equipment
After driving offroad
BMW Motorrad recommends
that the following be observed
after driving offroad:
Tire inflation pressure
A tire inflation pressure re-
duced for offroad driving
leads to poorer handling of the
motorcycle on paved roads and
can result in accidents.