Shifting Gear - BMW S 1000R 2015 Rider's Manual

Mileage until the
running-in check
500...1200 km
Engine-rpm govern-
ing until the running-in
check
max 9000 min -1
Brake pads
New brake pads have to bed
down before they can achieve
their optimum friction levels. You
can compensate for this initial re-
duction in braking efficiency by
exerting greater pressure on the
levers.
WARNING
New brake pads.
Longer stopping distance. Risk
of accident.
Apply the brakes in good
time.
Tyres
New tyres have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tyres
are run in. This running in pro-
cedure is essential if the tyres are
to achieve maximum grip.
WARNING
New tyres losing grip on wet
roads and at extreme bank
angles.
Risk of accident
Ride carefully and avoid ex-
tremely sharp inclines.

Shifting gear

Gearshift light
Gearshift light 1 shows the rider
two engine-speed thresholds:
Pullaway engine speed
When the motorcycle is at a
standstill with the engine running,
the gearshift light indicates the
ideal engine speed for a racing
start.
Gearshift light off: engine
speed too low
Gearshift light on: ideal engine
speed for pulling away
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