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

Do not make any
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modifications.
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Observe checklist

Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Requirement
Before every journey:
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Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lighting
and signal system.
Check tire tread depth (
Check secure hold of topcase
and luggage.
Requirement
At every third refueling stop:
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel ( 66).
Check engine oil level (
Check front brake pad thick-
ness ( 90).
Checking rear brake pad thick-
ness ( 91).
Checking brake fluid level of
front brake (
Checking brake fluid level for
rear brake (
Checking coolant level (

Starting

Starting engine
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
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ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. (
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 72)
Operate the brake.
NOTICE
Vehicle cannot be started with
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side stand extended. If side
stand is extended with engine
running, engine stops.
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94).
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Press starter button 1.
Engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart if the engine refuses to
start. (
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Pre-Ride-Check
After the ignition is switched on,
the instrument cluster conducts a
test of the analog instruments as
well as the warning and indica-
tor lights in a "Pre-Ride-Check".
Starting the engine before the
test routine is completed will
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