BMW R1200RT Rider's Manual page 144

If the 12 V battery is in-
7
stalled incorrectly, or if the
terminals are interchanged (dur-
142
ing jump-starting, etc.), the fuse
for the voltage regulator may
burn through.
Slide battery into holder.
z
First press retaining plate under
the battery at point 2 and then
locate it in the mounts 1.
Fasten negative battery ca-
ble 1.
Fasten battery with rubber
strap 2.
Insert battery cover into
mount 1 and press it into
mounts 2.
Install screws 1.
Switch on ignition.
Settings
Set the time in
Time
- and set the date in
Settings Date
- .