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Important notes
Catalytic converter
e Attention:
To avoid damage to the cata-
lytic converter:
Do not run the fuel tank dry
Push-start only when the
engine is cold
Do not run the engine with a
spark-plug cap detached
Do not exceed the engine- speed limits marked on the
revolution counter
Comply with all specified
maintenance intervals
Stop the engine at once if it
misfires
In the event of misfiring or a severe drop in engine power,
consult a specialist work-
shop, preferably an author-
ised BMW motorcycle dealer
If misfiring or malfunction of the
fuel-air mixture preparation sys-
tem causes unburned fuel to
reach the catalytic converter,
there is a risk of it overheating
and being damaged.
Risk of fireHigh temperatures occur at the
exhaust system, particularly if a
catalytic converter is installed.
d Warning:
Make sure that whether riding
or standing still or when the
motorcycle is parked, no eas-
ily flammable material
(for example hay, grass,
leaves, clothing or luggage
etc.) can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system.
Do not allow the engine to
idle unnecessarily or for a
lengthy period when the mo-
torcycle is at a standstill
— risk of overheating or fire.
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
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e Attention:
Exceeding the specified engine
speeds while running in will lead
to increased engine wear.
L Note:
While running in the motorcycle,
vary the throttle opening and
engine-speed range frequently.
Try to do most of your riding dur-
ing this initial period on twisting,
fairly hilly roads rather than high-
speed main roads and highways.
Running-in speedsFrom 0 to 1,000 km (600 miles)
Engine speed max. 4,000 rpm and no full-load acceleration
The first inspection should always be performed after
1,000 km (600 miles). Make an
appointment with your author-
ised BMW motorcycle dealer in
good time, so that the work can
be performed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
(600 to 1,200 miles)
Engine speeds can be gradually increased after 1,000 km
(600 miles)
Avoid lengthy periods at full
load until 2,000 km (1,200
miles) have been covered
Running in
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d Warning:
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily or for a lengthy
period when the motorcycle is
at a standstill — risk of overheat-
ing or fire. Ride away immedi-
ately after starting the engine.
Avoid high engine speeds after
a cold start.
e. Attention:
If you attempt to start the engine
when the battery is flat, you will
hear the relay chattering. Further
attempts will damage the starter
relay and starter motor. Before
trying again: charge the battery
(
b Maintenance Instructions, Chapter 2).
L Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
Press starter pushbutton 2
– The engine starts
Turn the throttle twistgrip carefully
L Note:
At ambient temperatures below
0 °C, pull the lever to disen-
gage the clutch when starting
the engine.
Starting
BBA
2
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