Main (Centre) Stand - BMW R 1100 S Rider's Manual

Main (centre) stand

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Placing motorcycle on
centre stand
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Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
centre stand extended.
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Attention:
Switch off the engine before using the
centre stand.
Make sure the surface under the stand
is firm.
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• Switch off the ignition
• Hold the left handlebar grip with
your left hand
• Hold the handle or the case holder
with your right hand
• Place the right foot on the extension
pin and press it down until the curved
shoes of the stand touch the ground
• Place your right foot on the tread
surface of the stand
• Apply all your body weight to the
stand
• Pull the motorcycle to the rear and
upwards (arrow) until it rests on the
centre stand
• Check that the motorcycle
is firmly supported
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