BMW R 1200 ST User Manual page 98

Check clutch fluid level
6
If the position of the
clutch fluid reservoir is
96
changed, air can enter the
clutch system.
Do not turn the handlebar fit-
ting on the handlebar.c
• Hold the motorcycle verti-
cally or place it on the center
stand, ensuring that the
ground is firm and level.
• Place the handlebars in a
straight ahead position.
• Read off the clutch fluid level
at the reservoir.
1 Clutch fluid reservoir
2 MIN mark
The clutch fluid level must not
fall below the MIN mark. If the
fluid level falls below the MIN
mark, the clutch system must
be checked immediately.
If the clutch fluid level falls -
even above the MIN mark -
this indicates a defect in the
clutch system.
• Have the fault rectified as
soon as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorized
BMW motorcycle retailer.
The fluid level in the res-
ervoir falls as the clutch
wears.c
Unsuitable hydraulic flu-
ids could cause damage
to the clutch system.
No fluids may be filled.c
The clutch system is filled
with a special hydraulic
fluid that does not require
changing.c