General Instructions; Toolkit; Engine Oil - BMW R 1200 R Rider's Manual

General instructions

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The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes straightforward proced-
92
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts.
Special tightening torques are lis-
ted as applicable. The tightening
torques for the threaded fasten-
ers on your motorcycle are listed
in the section entitled "Technical
data".
You will find information on more
extensive maintenance and repair
z
work in the Repair Manual on
DVD for your motorcycle, which
is available from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Some of the work calls for spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of motorcycle technology.
If you are in doubt consult a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably your
authorised BMW Motorrad deal-
er.

Toolkit

Standard toolkit
1 Reversible-blade screw-
driver with star-head and
plain tips
2 Extension for screwdriver
blade
3 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 17
4 Tool for oil cap
5 Torx wrench, T40
Tools service set
BMW Motorrad has assembled
a tools service set that is ideal
for carrying out extended service
work (e.g. removing and installing
wheels) on this motorcycle. You
can obtain the tools set from
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.

Engine oil

Checking engine oil level
The engine can seize if the
oil level is low, and this can
lead to accidents.