Clutch cable play
3...5 mm (at the outer end of
the handlebar lever, handle-
bars in straight-ahead posi-
tion, engine cold)
Clutch play is out of tolerance:
Adjust the clutch play
(
199).
Adjusting clutch play
Loosen lock nut 1.
To increase clutch play:
Tighten adjusting screw 2
into the handlebar fitting.
To reduce clutch play: Back
off adjusting screw 2 in the
handlebar fitting.
The distance between
lock nut and nut (meas-
ured internally) must not ex-
ceed 14 mm.
Consult a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad Retailer,
should it only be possible to
set the correct clutch play by
unscrewing further.
Checking the clutch play
(
198).
Tighten lock nut 1 while hold-
ing adjusting screw 2.
COOLANT
Check coolant level
Place the motorcycle on its
stand on firm, even ground.
Turn the handlebars all the
way to the right.
Check the coolant level in ex-
pansion tank 1. Viewing dir-
ection: from behind through
opening in right-hand side
trim panel.
199