Troubleshooting Chart - BMW R 1100 S Additional Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

Troubleshooting chart

Malfunction: Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start
Possible cause
Key not turned in
2
correct direction
Kill switch is off
22
Side stand extended,
gear selected
Gear engaged but
clutch not disengaged
No fuel in tank
Fuel pump not
working
Incorrect operation
of twistgrip
Blocked air filter
element
Defective spark plug
Spark plug/leads
or caps wet
Insufficient battery
charge
Remedy
Ignition key in ON
position
Move kill switch to
centre position
Select neutral or
retract side stand
and clutch lever
Select neutral or pull
clutch lever
Add fuel
Blown fuse 4
Operate correctly
Renew
Renew
Blow out/dry with
compressed air
Recharge battery
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