Removing Motorcycle From Side Stand - BMW K 1200 S Rider's Manual

Removing motorcycle
from side stand
With the ignition switched
off, there is no brake
power assistance; the motor-
cycle can begin to roll.
Especially on inclines, switch
on the ignition and wait for the
ABS self-diagnosis (
b
• Unlock the ignition lock,
switch on ignition.
• Wait for the ABS self-
diagnosis.
• From the left, grip the han-
dlebars with both hands.
• Set the handbrake.
• Swing your right leg over the
seat, straightening the
motorcycle as you do so.
• Balance the motorcycle in a
vertical position.
• Seat yourself and fold back
the side stand with your left
foot.
An unfolded side stand
can catch on the ground
when the motorcycle is
moving and lead to a fall.
Retract the side stand before
moving the vehicle.c
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