2000 BMW MOTORRAD R 1100 S warning

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Safety check
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– Refuel only with super (premium) grade fuel to
DIN 51607 standard or
equivalent, minimum octane
number 95 (RON) or
85 (MON)
Close the fuel filler cap
Quantity
L Note:
The fuel gauge does not oper-
ate unless the ignition is
switched on.
– Maximum refuelling quantity 18 litres (3.9 Imp. gal)
– When the reserve fuel quantity is reached
(approx. 5 litres/1. 1 Imp. gal),
the yellow warning light 1
comes on
Fuel
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Handlebar levers
Adjusting clutch lever
e Caution:
Sudden changes in play or
spongy action indicate a fault in
the hydraulic system.
If you are doubtful about the re-
liability of the hydraulic clutch
operating system, it is best to
consult an authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.
d Warning:
To prevent air from entering
the clutch system: do not turn
the fitting on the handlebars.
A to set the most
comfortable span:
–Setting 1: minimum distance
–Setting 3: maximum distance
1
3
A
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Adjusting handbrake lever
d Warning:
To prevent air from entering
the brake circuit: do not turn
the fitting on the handlebars. Turn knob
B to set the most
comfortable span:
–Setting 1: minimum distance
–Setting 4: maximum distance
Handlebar levers
14B
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Brake system - general
Work on the brake system
d Warning:
To ensure reliability have all
work on the brake systems
carried out by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.
Checking the brake
system
d Warning:
Sudden changes in play or
spongy action of the brake
lever indicate a fault in the
brake system.
Before riding off, therefore,
always check the resistance
of the front and rear brake le-
vers and test operation of the
brakes.
Do not ride the motorcycle if
you have any doubts about
the safety of the brake
system.
Immediately seek the advice
of a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
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Brake system - general
d Warning:
Have the brake pads replaced
before they wear to the mini-
mum permissible thickness:
have the work performed by
a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
Checking brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on
your personal style of riding.
To ensure reliable operation of
the brakes: do not allow lining
thickness to fall below minimum
value (Service and Technical
Booklet
b Chapter 2)!
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Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS
Checking brake fluid level Gradual wear of the brake pads
causes the brake fluid level in
the reservoir to drop.
d Warning:
If brake fluid level in the fluid
reservoirs for the front or rear
brakes has dropped below
the MIN mark (
b 31-32) have
the brake system checked
without delay, preferably an
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.
Changing brake fluid
d Warning:
Brake fluid is subject to
severe thermal loads and
absorbs moisture from the
atmosphere.
Consequently, the brake fluid
must be changed regularly
(see the Service and Techni-
cal Booklet
b Chapter 1),
preferably by an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
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MIN
Checking brake fluid level,
front
L Note:
Gradual wear of the brake pads
causes the brake fluid level in
the reservoir to drop.
d Warning:
Never permit the brake fluid
level to drop below the bot-
tom edge of the marking ring
(MIN). Placing motorcycle on side
(prop) stand
Center the handlebar.
Check the brake fluid level at the sight glass:
MIN Minimum level
(Center of sight glass)
Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS
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2MAX
MIN
1
Checking brake fluid level
d Warning:
Never permit the brake fluid
level to drop below the MIN
mark on the brake fluid
reservoir
Make sure that the motorcycle is upright
– Make sure the ground is level and firm Check brake fluid level at
opening 1 in the side panel
MAX Maximum level
MIN Minimum level
L Note:
Gradual wear of the brake pads
causes the brake fluid level in
the reservoir to drop.
Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS
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