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Clutch
Checking the function
• Press the clutch lever.
» A resistance point must be
noticeable.
Do not ride the motorcycle if
you have any doubts about the
safety of the clutch. In this
case:
• Have the clutch checked by
a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
Checking the clutch fluid
level
If the position of the
clutch fluid reservoir is
changed, air can enter the
clutch system.
Do not twist either the
handlebar controls or the
handlebars.c
• Hold the motorcycle verti-
cally or place it on the centre
OA
stand
, ensuring that the
ground is firm and level.
• Straight ahead handlebar
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 remedied as
soon as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer.
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
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