Checklist; Starting; Starting Engine - BMW K 1300 R Rider's Manual

Comply with all specified main-
5
tenance intervals.
62 Unburned fuel will destroy
the catalytic converter.
Note the points listed for protec-
tion of the catalytic converter.
Risk of overheating
Cooling would be
z
inadequate if the engine
were allowed to idle for a lengthy
period with the motorcycle at
a standstill: overheating would
result. In extreme cases, the
motorcycle could catch fire.
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily. Ride away imme-
diately after starting the engine.
Tampering
Tampering with motor-
cycle settings (e.g. elec-
tronic engine management unit,
throttle valves, clutch) can cause
damages to the components in
question and lead to failure of
safety-relevant functions. Dam-
age caused in this way is not
covered by the warranty.
Do not tamper with the vehicle
in any way that could result in
tuned performance.

Checklist

Use the following checklist to
check important functions, set-
tings and wear limits before you
ride off:
Brakes
Brake-fluid levels, front and rear
Clutch function
Clutch fluid level
Shock absorber setting and
spring preload
Tyre-tread depth and tyre
pressures
Cases correctly installed and
luggage secured.
At regular intervals:
Engine oil level (every refuelling
stop)
Brake-pad wear (every third
refuelling stop).

Starting

Starting engine

Switch on the ignition.
Pre-ride check is performed.
( 63)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. ( 64)
with Automatic Stability Con-
trol OE
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 64)
Select neutral or, if a gear is
engaged, pull the clutch lever.
You cannot start the mo-
torcycle with the side stand
extended and a gear engaged.
The engine will switch itself off
if you start it with the gearbox in
neutral and then engage a gear
before retracting the side stand.