Comply With Checklist; Starting - BMW C 650 GT Rider's Manual

Do not tamper with the vehicle
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in any way that could result in
tuned performance.
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Comply with checklist

At regular intervals, use the
checklist below to check your
motorcycle.
Requirement
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Always before riding off:
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lights
and signalling equipment.
Checking tyre tread depth
( 109).
Check that topcase and lug-
gage are securely fastened.
Requirement
Every 3rd refuelling stop:
Adjusting spring preload for
rear wheel (
Checking engine oil level
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Checking front brake pad thick-
ness (
Check rear brake pad thickness
(
Check the brake-fluid level,
front brakes (
Checking brake-fluid level, rear
brakes (
Check coolant level (

Starting

Starting the engine
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
(
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. (
ASC self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. (
Actuate brake.
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NOTICE
The vehicle cannot be started
while the side stand is extended.
Extending the side stand while
the engine is running kills the
engine.
Press the starter button 1.
The engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart below if the engine re-
fuses to start. ( 144)