Shifting Gear - BMW S 1000XR Rider's Manual

6
Mileage until the
running-in check
80
500...1200 km
Engine-rpm govern-
ing until the running-in
check
max 9000 min -1
z
Brake pads
New brake pads have to bed
down before they can achieve
their optimum friction levels. You
can compensate for this initial re-
duction in braking efficiency by
exerting greater pressure on the
levers.
WARNING
New brake pads
Longer stopping distance, risk of
accident
Apply the brakes in good
time.
Tyres
New tyres have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tyres
are run in. This running in pro-
cedure is essential if the tyres are
to achieve maximum grip.
WARNING
New tyres losing grip on wet
roads and at extreme bank
angles
Risk of accident
Ride carefully and avoid ex-
tremely sharp inclines.

Shifting gear

Gearshift light
Gearshift light 1 shows the rider
the engine-speed thresholds for

shifting gear.

Shift speed
When the motorcycle is on the
move, gearshift light 1 indicates
the engine speed at which the
rider should upshift.
Gearshift light flashes at preset
frequency: approaching upshift
rpm.