Luggage; Case - BMW K 1200 GT Rider's Manual

Operating electrical
accessories
You can start using electri-
cal accessories only when
the ignition is switched on.
The accessory remains oper-
ational if the ignition is subse-
quently switched off. Approx.
15 minutes after switching off
the ignition and/or during the
restart operation, the onboard
socket is switched off to take
the load off the motorcycle
electrical system.
Cable routing
The cables from the onboard
socket to the auxiliary device
must be routed in such a way
that they:
Do not impede the rider
Do not restrict or obstruct
the steering angle and han-
dling characteristics
Cannot be trapped
Improperly routed cables
can impede the rider.
Route the cables as
described above.

Luggage

Correct loading
Overloading and uneven
loading can diminish the
riding stability of the motorcy-
cle.
Do not exceed the gross
weight limit and observe the
loading information.
When driving with loaded cas-
es, a top speed of 112 mph
(180 km/h) is recommended.
Never drive faster than 112
mph (180 km/h) when a Top-
case (OA) is mounted.
Adjust setting of spring
preload, damping character-
istic and tire pressures to
suit total weight.
Make sure that weight is
uniformly distributed be-
tween right and left.
Pack heavy items at bottom
and toward inboard side.
Max. load in each case (left
and right): 22 lbs (10 kg).
Max. load in tank rucksack
11 lbs (5 kg).

Case

Opening case
Turn key in case lock to
OPEN position.
Case is unlocked.
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