Riding; Breaking In - BMW C 650 GT Rider's Manual

ABS self-diagnosis
The readiness for operation
of the BMW Motorrad ABS is
checked by the self-diagnosis.
The self-diagnosis routine runs
automatically when you switch on
the ignition. To check the wheel
sensors, the Maxi-Scooter must
be driven a few yards.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic sys-
tem while motorcycle is parked.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
Phase 2
Checking wheel sensors while
starting off.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
ABS self-diagnosis
completed
The ABS warning light goes
out.
If an ABS error is indicated fol-
lowing completion of the ABS
self-diagnosis routine:
It remains possible to continue
riding. It must be noted that
the ABS function is not avail-
able.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.

Riding

At engine speeds below the
starting speed of approx.
2,000 rpm, the centrifugal clutch
opens and the Maxi-Scooter
is idling. It the engine speed is
increased above the starting
speed, the clutch closes and the
Maxi-Scooter starts off.
In the range from approx.
31 mph (50 km/h) to approx.
68 mph (110 km/h), the engine
operates at a constant speed
in the range of the maximum
torque. The change in the speed
is achieved by adjusting the gear
ratio in the steplessly adjustable
transmission. This only slightly
changes the engine noise in this
speed range.
Initial speeds above approx.
110 km/h are achieved by
increasing the engine speed.

Breaking in

Engine
Drive in frequently changing
load ranges prior to your first
inspection.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period on
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