BMW R 1200 GS Rider's Manual page 129

Removing battery
If it is not standing firmly,
the motorcycle could topple
in the course of the operations
described below.
Make sure that the motorcycle is
steady on its stand.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Switch off ignition.
Removing driver's seat (
Remove bracket according to
operating instructions.
An incorrect disconnection
sequence increase the risk
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of short-circuiting.
Always observe the proper
sequence.
Remove battery ground wire 1
first.
Fold open protective cover 2
for positive battery terminal.
Then remove positive battery
cable 3.
Remove screw 4 from battery
retaining strap.
Unhook retaining strap and re-
move.
Lift battery up and out, using
tilting movements if it is difficult
to move.
Installing battery
Place battery in battery com-
partment with positive terminal
on right in direction of travel.
Hook battery retaining strap
underneath and slide over bat-
tery.
Install battery retaining strap
screw 4.
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