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Taking the motorcycle off
the centre stand*
d Warning:
If the motorcycle is fitted with
BMW Integral ABS*, only
RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- TION is available when the ig-
nition is switched off
(b 71).
e Caution:
Make sure the centre stand is
fully retracted before you ride
off. Ignition key in the “
R” or “ ON”
position (
b 9)
– Handelbar lock disengaged
Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand
Hold the handle or the case holder* with your right hand
Push the motorcycle forwards
off the stand
Check that the stand has fully
retracted
* Optional extra
Main (centre) stand*
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e Caution:
Exceeding the specified engine
speeds while running in will lead
to increased engine wear.
L Note:
While running in the motor-
cycle, vary the throttle opening
and engine-speed range fre-
quently. Try to do most of your
riding during this initial period
on twisting, fairly hilly roads
rather than high-speed main
roads and highways.
Running-in engine speedsFrom 0 to 1,000 km (600 miles)
Engine speed max. 4,000 rpm and no full-load acceleration
Do not omit the first inspec- tion after 1,000 km
(600 miles).
Make an appointment with
your authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer in good time, so
that the work can be per-
formed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
(600 to 1,200 miles)
Engine speeds can be gradu- ally increased after 1,000 km
Avoid lengthy periods at full
load until 2,000 km
(1,200 miles) have been
covered
Running in
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Running in
Running in new tyres
d Warning:
New tyres have a smooth
surface. This must be rough-
ened by riding in a restrained
manner at various heel angles
until the tyres are run in.
This running-in procedure is
essential if the tyres are to
achieve maximum grip.
Bedding down new brake
pads
d Warning:
New brake pads must “bed
down” and therefore do not
achieve their optimum friction
levels during the first 500 km
(300 miles).
This slight initial reduction in
braking efficiency can be
compensated for by exerting
greater pressure on the lever.
Try to avoid all unnecessary
hard braking during this initial
period.
e Caution:
Comply with the notes on BMW
Integral ABS (b 68-75).
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Switching on the ignition
– Make sure the kill switch1 is
in the run position A
The ignition switch must
be ON (
b 8)
In an emergency only: Move switch 1 to the B
position.
– The Motronic, fuel pump and starter motor electrical
circuits are out of action
L Note:
If you move the kill switch to
the B position while the ignition
is on (switch in ON position), the
BMW Integral ABS* remains
operational (
b 69).
* Optional extra
Before you start
A
B
B
1
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Fully retracting the side
stand
L Note:
If the side stand is extended
and a gear engaged, you can-
not start the motorcycle.
Select neutral– Neutral indicator light 1
comes on green
k (b 7).
L Note:
Engine does not start:
– Move the gear lever to the
k
position or disengage the
clutch
Engine stops when first gear is
engaged:
– Fully retract the side stand; if necessary, consult the trou-
bleshooting table ( b Service
and Technical Booklet,
Chapter 1)
Before you start
1
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Starting
Starting
e Caution:
If you attempt to start the en-
gine when the battery is flat, you
will hear the relay chattering.
Further attempts will damage
the starter relay and starter
motor. Before trying again:
recharge the battery.
d Warning:
Do not warm up the engine
with the motorcycle at a
standstill — risk of overheating
or fire!
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
To avoid overheating the air-
cooled engine and possible
damage as a result, avoid
even short warm-up periods
at a standstill. Avoid high
engine speeds after a cold
start.
AB1C
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Choke Correct position of choke lever 1:
– Lever up, in position A:
cold start
– Lever down, in position C:
engine at operating
temperature
When starting, pull lever 1 to
position A (arrow) and hold it
in this position
L Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
Press starter pushbutton 2
– The engine starts
Turn the throttle twistgrip carefully
1
– Lever 1 in position B
Return choke lever 1 to
position C as soon as possi-
ble (as soon as the engine
runs smoothly)
Starting
2
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Battery charge currentWarning light1 goes out above
idle speed.
e Caution:
If warning light 1 comes on
during the journey: Immediately
consult a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.
Warning light, general General warning light 3 lights
up if the BMW Integral ABS*
develops a fault (
b 75), or if the
tail light or brake light is
defective.
ABS warning/brake failure
light*
The ABS warning/brake failure
light 2 ligh ts up if th e BM W I nt e-
gral ABS develops a fault
(
b 75)
* Optional extra
Telltale and warning lights
2314
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