BMW Motorrad R 1200 GS Rider's Manual page 160

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NOTICE
If you are unable to charge the
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battery via the onboard socket,
you may be using a charger that
is not compatible with your mo-
torcycle's electronics. In this
case, charge the battery directly
from the terminals of the battery
disconnected from the vehicle.
Charging disconnected
battery
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Charge battery using a suitable
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger.
Once battery is fully charged,
disconnect charger's terminal
clips from battery terminals.
NOTICE
In the case of longer periods
when the motorcycle is not be-
ing used, the battery must be
recharged regularly. See the
instructions for caring for your
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before returning it to
use.
Removing battery
Turn off ignition.
Remove the screw 1.
Pull battery cover at top slightly
forward at the positions 2.
In order not to damage the bat-
tery cover and the mount, re-
move the battery cover upward
at position 3.
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA) OE
Switch off anti-theft alarm sys-
tem if necessary.
Remove negative battery ca-
ble 1 and rubber strap 2.