Checklist; Starting - BMW R 1200RS 2016 Rider's Manual

Danger of overheating
6
ATTENTION
86
Engine idling for a lengthy
period while at a standstill
Overheating due to insufficient
cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
fire
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily.
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After starting, ride off
immediately.
Modifications
ATTENTION
Modifications to the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine control
unit, throttle valves, clutch)
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions, expiration of warranty
Do not make any
modifications.

Checklist

Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Before every journey
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lighting
and signal system.
Check clutch function (
Checking tire tread depth
( 124).
Checking tire pressure
( 123).
Check secure hold of cases
and luggage.
At every third refueling
stop
without Dynamic ESA
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel ( 81).
Adjusting damping on rear
wheel (
with Dynamic ESA
Setting suspension compliance
( 67).
Check engine oil level (
Check front brake pad thick-
ness (
Checking rear brake pad thick-
ness (
Checking front brake fluid level
122).
( 120).
Checking rear brake fluid level
( 121).
Checking coolant level
( 122).

Starting

Start engine
Switch on ignition.
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Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
( 87)
82).
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116).
118).
119).