Troubleshooting Chart - BMW R 1200 GS Rider's Manual

Troubleshooting chart

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Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start.
Possible cause
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Emergency ON/OFF switch activated
Side stand extended and gear engaged
Gear engaged and clutch not operated
Clutch pulled when ignition was OFF
No fuel in tank
Battery not adequately charged
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Remedy
Emergency ON/OFF switch in operating position
Retract the side stand. (
Select neutral or pull clutch lever (
Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever
Refueling ( 83)
Charging connected battery (
76)
76)
126)