BMW R 1200 RT Rider's Manual page 37

» The battery can be
recharged via the on-board
socket ( 120).
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» Handlebars not locked.
» The key can be removed in
this position.
Brake servo assistance is
not available when the
ignition is off.
Do not switch off the ignition
while the motorcycle is being
ridden.c
If the motorcycle is laid
up for a prolonged period
with the ignition lock in this po-
sition, recharge the battery
every four weeks (
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Locking the handlebars
• Turn the handlebars to the
full left or right lock position.
• Turn the key to the
tion for OFF, while moving
the handlebars slightly.
» Ignition, lights and all func-
tion circuits switched off.
120).c » Handlebars locked.
» In this position, you can
remove the key.
If the motorcycle is laid
up for a prolonged period
with the ignition lock in this po-
sition, recharge the battery
every two months (
When you prop the mo-
torcycle on the side
stand, the surface of the
ground will determine whether
it is better to turn the handle-
bars to the left or right. On lev-
1 el ground, a secure stance is
posi-
ensured only with the handle-
bars turned to the left.
On level ground, always turn
the handlebars to the left and
lock them in this position.c
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