Fuel Specifications; Fastening Motorcycle For Trans - BMW R 1200GS Rider's Manual

Fuel specifications

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For optimal fuel economy, the
gasoline should be sulfur-free or
86
very low in sulfur content.
Leaded fuel will destroy the
catalytic converter.
Do not refuel with any leaded
gasoline or gasoline with metallic
additives, e. g. manganese or
z
Iron.
Ethanol E85 might damage
the engine and fuel supply
system.
Do not refuel with E85, i.e., fuel
with an ethanol content of 85 %,
or with Flex Fuel.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol
content of 10 %, i. e., E10,
may be used for refueling.
Recommended fuel qual-
ity
Super unleaded, (max. 10 %
ethanol, E10)
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
89 AKI
Alternative fuel quality
Regular unleaded (restric-
tions with regard to power
and fuel consumption. If
the engine should for ex-
ample be operated with
91 RON in countries with
lower fuel quality, the motor-
cycle must be respectively
programmed first by your
authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.)
87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)
87 AKI
Fastening motorcycle
for transport
Protect all component surfaces
against which straps are routed
against scratching. For exam-
ple, use adhesive tape or soft
cloths.
The motorcycle can tip
away to the side and fall
over.
Secure motorcycle against tip-
ping away to the side, prefer-
ably with the help of a second
person.