Off-Roading - BMW R 1200GS Adventure Rider's Manual

Note the mileage after which
the running-in check should be
carried out.
Mileage until the
running-in check
500...1200 km
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.

Off-roading

After off-roading
BMW Motorrad recommends
checking the following after riding
the motorcycle off-road:
Tyre pressure
WARNING
Lower tyre pressure for off-
roading in operation on
smooth roads
Risk of accident due to impaired
driving characteristics.
Always check that the tyre
pressures are correct.
Brakes
WARNING
Driving on unpaved or dirt
roads
Delayed braking efficiency due
to soiled brake disks and brake
pads.
Brake early until the brakes are
clean.
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