Troubleshooting Chart - BMW R 1200 GS 2003 Rider's Manual

Fault: Engine does not start or is very difficult to start
Possible cause
Kill switch operated
Side stand extended
and gear engaged
Gear engaged (clutch
lever not pulled in)
Clutch pulled when
ignition was OFF
No fuel in tank
Blocked air filter
element
Defective spark plug
Spark plugs/leads or
caps wet
Battery not adequately
charged

Troubleshooting chart

Remedy
Move the kill switch
to the run position
Fully retract the side
stand
Select neutral (or
disengage clutch)
Switch on the igni-
tion, then pull the
clutch lever
Refuel
Replace
Replace
Dry
Recharge battery
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