BMW R 1250RS Rider's Manual page 164

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Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
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The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-
tal, motorcycle standing up-
right)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have the defect rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Check the rear brake fluid
level
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking
performance caused by air in the
brake system
Adjust the riding mode imme-
diately until the fault is rectified.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle verti-
cally.
OE
with center stand
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its center stand.
Check brake fluid level at brake
fluid reservoir for rear wheel
brake 1.
NOTICE
The brake fluid level in the brake-
fluid reservoir drops due to brake
pad wear.