BMW 2012 G 650 GS Sertao Rider's Manual page 72

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Check brake fluid level in front
brake-fluid reservoir 1.
The brake fluid level in the
brake-fluid reservoir drops
z
due to brake pad wear.
Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir hori-
zontal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by a special-
ist service facility, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Checking rear brake fluid
level
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle verti-
cally.
Read brake fluid level at rear
brake-fluid reservoir 1.