BMW K 1200 R Rider's Manual page 68

Do not accelerate at full
5
throttle.
Avoid low engine speeds at
66
full load.
After 300 - 750 miles (500 -
1,200 km), have the first in-
spection performed.
Brake pads
New brake pads must "bed
z
down" and therefore do not
achieve their optimum fric-
tion levels during the first 300
miles (500 km). This initial re-
duction in braking efficiency
can be compensated for by
exerting greater pressure on
the levers.
New brake pads can ex-
tend stopping distance
by a significant margin.
Brake early.
Tires
New tires have a smooth sur-
face. This must be rough-
ened by riding in a restrained
manner at various heel an-
gles until the tires are run in.
This running in procedure is
essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.
Tires do not have their
full grip when new and
there is a risk of accident at
extreme heeling angels.
Avoid extreme heeling an-
gels.