General Instructions; Tool Kit; Service Tool Kit - BMW R 1200GS 2016 Rider's Manual

General instructions

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The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes work involving the check-
130
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Further information about main-
z
tenance and repair work can be
obtained on DVD through your
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work.
If you are in doubt, consult an
authorized workshop, preferably
your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.

Tool kit

1 Screwdriver handle
Use with screwdriver bit.
Topping up engine oil
( 133).
2 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Remove light sources in
front and rear turn indi-
cators ( 152).
Remove battery cover
( 156).
3 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 8/10 mm
3 Removing battery
( 156).
4 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 14
Adjusting mirror arm
( 88).

Service tool kit

OA
with service tool set
For more extensive service op-
erations (such as wheel removal
and installation), BMW Motorrad
has put together a service tool kit
matched to your motorcycle. You
can purchase this tool kit from