Clutch; Tyres - BMW R 1200 R Rider's Manual

Clutch

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Checking clutch
100 operation
Pull the clutch lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If the pressure point is not
clearly perceptible:
Have the clutch checked
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Checking the clutch fluid
level
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and hold the
motorcycle upright.
with OE Centre stand:
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and place
the motorcycle on its centre
stand.
Move the handlebars to the
straight-ahead position.
Check the clutch fluid level
in reservoir 1.
Wear of the clutch
causes the fluid level in
the clutch fluid reservoir to
rise.
The clutch system is
filled with a special hy-
draulic fluid that does not
have to be changed.
Clutch fluid level
Do not permit the clutch
fluid level to drop.
If the fluid level drops:
Unsuitable hydraulic flu-
ids could cause damage
to the clutch system.
Do not attempt to top up
the system with fluids of any
kind.
Have the defect rectified
as quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, prefer-
ably an authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer.

Tyres

Checking tyre tread
depth
Your motorcycle's hand-
ling and grip can be im-
paired even before the tyres