General Instructions; Tool Kit - BMW R 1200GS Adventure Rider's Manual

General instructions

9
The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes straightforward proced-
160
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts.
Special tightening torques are lis-
ted as applicable. The tightening
torques for the threaded fasten-
ers on your vehicle are listed in
the section entitled "Technical
data".
Further information on mainten-
ance and repair work is available
z
from your BMW Motorrad author-
ised dealer in the form of a DVD.
Some of the work requires spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of the technology involved.
If you are in doubt, consult a
specialist workshop, preferably
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.

Tool kit

1 Screwdriver handle
Use with screwdriver in-
sert.
Top up the engine oil
( 163).
2 Reversible screwdriver
blade
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Removing bulbs for front
and rear turn indicators
( 182).
Removing battery cover
( 187).
Top up coolant
( 169).
3 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 8/10
Removing battery
( 187).
4 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 14
Adjusting mirror arm
( 118).
5 Torx wrench, T30
Adjusting the lower gear-
shift lever.