Safety Check; First Time Out - BMW K 1200 S Rider's Manual

Modifications to the en-
4
gine electronics control
unit can lead to mechanical
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loads for which the compo-
nents of the motorcycle are
not designed. The warranty
shall be voided for any dam-
age resulting from such modi-
fications.
Do not manipulate the engine
electronics control unit.c

Safety check

Prior to every journey
Use the following list as a
guide in checking important
operating functions, settings
and wear limits prior to every
journey.
Checklist
– Brakes ( 92)
b
– Brake fluid level (
b
– Clutch function (
b
– Clutch fluid level (
b
– Warning and indicator lights
( 18)
b
– Shock absorber setting
( 44, 46) and spring
b
preload ( 47)
b
– Rims ( 94), tread depth
b
( 94) and inflation pressure
b
( 48)
b
– Load, gross weight (
– Secure luggage system
At regular intervals:
– Engine oil level (every time
you refuel) ( 86)
b
– Brake pads (every 2nd/3rd
time you refuel) (
b

First time out

Secure handling of your
91)
motorcycle
92)
Each motorcycle is unique
93)
with idiosyncrasies that you
must familiarize yourself with:
– Acceleration capability
– Road holding
– Cornering characteristics
– Braking power
The engine also has to be run
in during the first 600 miles
137)
b
(1000 km) (
You will find information on
BMW Integral ABS from (
onwards.
90)
58).
b
69)
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