Redline Warning; Brake Pads - BMW F 800 GT Rider's Manual

Try to do most of your rid-
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ing during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads.
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Comply with the rpm limits for
running in.
Running-in speed
<5000 min -1
Note the mileage after which
z
the first running-in check
should be carried out.
Mileage until the first
running-in check
500...1200 km

Brake pads

New brake pads have to bed
down before they can achieve
their optimum friction levels. You
can compensate for this initial re-
duction in braking efficiency by
exerting greater pressure on the
levers.
New brake pads can extend
stopping distance by a sig-
nificant margin.
Apply the brakes in good time.
Tyres
New tyres have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tyres
are run in. This running in pro-
cedure is essential if the tyres are
to achieve maximum grip.
New tyres do not provide
full grip straight away. Wet
roads and extremely sharp in-
clines pose a risk of accident.
Ride carefully and avoid
extremely sharp inclines.

Redline warning

with on-board computer
Redline warning
The redline warning indicates
that engine revolutions have
reached the rev. counter's red
segment. The telltale light 1
flashes red to indicate that the
engine is redlining.
The signal remains active un-
til you shift up or reduce engine
speed. You can activate or deac-
tivate the redline warning.
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