Brake System - BMW R 1200RS 2016 Rider's Manual

To be able to apply force more
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easily, insert the interchange-
able screwdriver bit 1, Torx end
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first, into the screwdriver han-
dle 2 (from motorcycle toolkit).
Insert screwdriver handle in
lock 3.
Remove lock 3 by turning
counterclockwise.
Check engine oil level (
ATTENTION
Use of too little or too much
z
engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Add engine oil up to specified
level.
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l) (Dif-
ference between MIN and
MAX)
Check engine oil level (
Install the oil filler cover 3.

Brake system

Check brake operation
Actuate the handbrake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
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Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
If no clear pressure point can be
felt:
ATTENTION
Improper working on the

brake system

Endangering of the operating
safety of the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem carried out by experts.
Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
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retailer.
Check front brake pad
thickness
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Visually inspect left and right
brake pads to determine their
thickness. Viewing direction:
between wheel and front
suspension toward brake
pads 1.