Engine Oil - BMW R nineT Rider's Manual

The motorcycle can topple
and fall on its side.
Secure motorcycle against top-
pling; this is best done with the
support of a 2nd person.
Hold the motorcycle upright
and at the same time press the
handle of the stand back until
both rollers of the stand are on
the ground.
Then press the handle down to
the ground.

Engine oil

Checking engine oil level
The oil level varies with
the temperature of the
oil. The higher the temperature,
the higher the level of oil in the
sump. Checking the oil level with
the engine cold or after no more
than a short ride will lead to mis-
interpretation of oil level.
In order to ensure that the en-
gine oil level is read correctly,
check the oil level only after at
engine operating temperature.
Switch off the engine when it is
at operating temperature.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and hold the motor-
cycle upright.
Wait five minutes for the oil to
drain into the oil pan.
As a contribution to redu-
cing environmental impact,
BMW Motorrad recommends
checking the engine oil on oc-
casion after a trip of at least 50
km.
Check the oil level in oil-level
indicator 1.
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