BMW R 1200 R Rider's Manual page 97

Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN
mark.
If the brake fluid level drops
below the permissible level:
Have the defect correct-
ed as soon as possible by
a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking rear brake fluid
level
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can al-
low air to penetrate the brake
system. This significantly re-
duces braking efficiency.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and hold mo-
torcycle vertically.
with OE Center stand:
Make sure ground is level
and firm and place motorcy-
cle on its center stand.
Move handlebars into
straight-ahead position.
Removing seat (
Check the brake fluid level
at the reservoir 1.
The brake fluid level in
the brake-fluid reser-
voir drops due to brake pad
wear.
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