BMW R 1200 ST Rider's Manual page 128

Installing battery
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Make sure the ground is
level and firm and place the
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motorcycle on its stand.
Switch off the ignition.
Insert the battery into the
battery compartment, with
the positive terminal on the
left in the forward direction
of travel.
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Slip the battery retainer
over the battery and install
screw 4.
Installation in the wrong
sequence increases the
risk of short-circuits.
Always proceed in the correct
sequence.
Never install the battery
without the protective cap.
Connect the positive lead to
the positive terminal.
Install protective cap 3.
Connect negative lead 2 to
the negative terminal.
Install seat supporting
rod 1.
Installing front seat (
Installing rear seat (
Set the clock ( 47)
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