Brake System, General - BMW R 1200 S Rider's Manual

Leaded fuel will destroy
the catalytic converter.
Use only unleaded fuel.
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and place the
motorcycle on its stand.
Open the protective cap.
Open the fuel tank cap with
the ignition key by turning it
counter-clockwise.
Refuel with fuel of the grade
stated below.
The ratings for perform-
ance and consumption
are quoted for the recommen-
ded grade of fuel.
Recommended fuel
grade
Super Plus unleaded (98 RON
/ 88 MON)
Fuel grade, usable
with power- and
consumption-related
restrictions
Super unleaded (95 RON / 85
MON)
Fuel capacity, usable
17 l
Fuel capacity, reserve
4 l
Press the filler cap down
firmly to close.
Remove the key and close
the protective cap.

Brake system, general

Descending mountain
passes
There is a danger of the
brakes fading if you use
only the rear brakes when
descending mountain passes.
Under extreme conditions, the
brakes could overheat and
suffer severe damage.
Use both front and rear
brakes, and make use of the
engine's braking effect as
well.
Wet brakes
After the motorcycle has
been washed, ridden
through water or ridden in
the rain, the brake discs and
pads might be wet and the
brakes might not take effect
immediately.
Apply the brakes in good time
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