BMW S 1000RR Rider's Manual page 117

are not worn beyond their mini-
mum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking front brake fluid
level
Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle verti-
cally.
Move handlebars into straight-
ahead position.
Read off brake fluid level at
brake-fluid reservoir 1.
The brake fluid level in the
brake-fluid reservoir drops
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:
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
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