BMW K 1200 R Rider's Manual page 93

The engine can seize if
the oil level is low, and
this can lead to accidents.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.c
Topping up engine oil
• Remove the seat (
b
• Wipe the area around the
filler neck clean.
• Unscrew the cap of the fill
opening for engine oil 1.
44).
• Pour in engine oil up to the
center marking A.
• Check the oil level.
• Repeat the filling and
checking procedure until the
engine oil level is located
between the MIN and
MAX marks.
• Screw on the cap of the fill
opening.
Draining off engine oil
• Remove the seat (
b
• Press the retainer of the
clear hose 2 on the left and
right and pull out of the oil
tank upwards.
• Pull the clear hose down-
wards out of the frame and
drain off oil into a suitable
container.
• Insert the clear hose in the
oil tank and lock into place.
• Check the oil level.
• Repeat the draining and
checking procedure until the
engine oil level is located
between the MIN and
MAX marks.
• Store or dispose of excess
engine oil in line with sound
environmental principles.
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