Tires - BMW Motorrad S 1000R Rider's Manual

WARNING
Adjusting the brake lever
while driving.
Accident hazard
Only adjust the brake lever
when the motorcycle is
stationary.
Turn adjusting wheel 1 into
desired position.
NOTICE
The adjustment wheel can be
turned more easily if you press
the clutch lever forward at the
same time.
Adjustment options:
Position 1: largest distance
between handlebar grip and
brake lever
Position 6: smallest distance
between handlebar grip and
brake lever

Tires

Checking tire pressure
WARNING
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure.
Poorer handling characteristic of
the motorcycle. Reduced life of

tires.

Ensure proper tire inflation
pressure.
WARNING
Valve inserts open of their
own accord at high speeds.
Sudden loss of tire inflation pres-
sure.
Use valve caps with rubber
sealing ring and screw on
firmly.
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Check tire pressures against
data below.
Tire pressure, front
36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (With tire
cold)
Tire pressure, rear
42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire
cold)
4
59
z