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Check the brake fluid level in
rear reservoir 1.
Wear of the brake pads
causes the brake fluid level
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in the reservoir to sink.
Brake fluid level, rear
(visual inspection)
Brake fluid (DOT4)
It is impermissible for the
brake fluid level to drop be-
low the MIN mark.
If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Coolant
Checking coolant level
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Turn the handlebars all the way
to the right.
Check the coolant level in
expansion tank 1. Viewing
direction: From in front,
between windscreen and right
side panel.