2002 BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 LT maintenance

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Important notes
Catalytic converter
e Caution:
To avoid damage to the cata-
lytic converter:
Do not run the fuel tank dry
Do not push start your motor-
cycle. Use jump leads instead
Do not run the engine with a
spark plug lead 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 is
misfiring
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 pro-
longed periods
––Risk of overheating or fire.
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
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Before you start
Switch on the ignition–Emergency off (kill) switch in
operating position1
Turn ignition key toON
In an emergency only:
Move emergency off switch to
the 0 position.
–The Motronic, fuel pump and
starter motor electrical cir-
cuits are out of action
L Note:
If you move the kill switch to the
0 position while the ignition is
on (switch in ON position), the
BMW Integral ABS remains op-
erational (
b 78-85).
Fully retract 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 green
k on (b 10)
–Gear indicator shows “0”
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 chart
(b Maintenance Instructions,
Chapter 2)
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Starting
d Warning:
Do not allow the engine to
idle unnecessarily or for pro-
longed periods
— Risk of overheating or fire.
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
Avoid high engine speeds af-
ter a cold start.
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 mo-
tor. Before trying again: charge
the battery (Maintenance In-
structions b Chapter 2).
L Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
Press starter pushbutton2
–The engine will then start
Gently turn the throttle twist-
grip
L Note:
At ambient temperatures below
0°C, pull the lever to disen-
gage the clutch when starting
the engine.
Starting
1
0
0
2
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BMW Integral ABS - Troubleshooting
Warning light,
generaleWarning light,
ABSl /
brake failureMalfunctions
OFF ON Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in both circuits (
b 81)
OFF Flashes at
1HzABS not available
Pull-away test not completed (
b 82)
OFF Flashes at
4HzOnly RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in both circuits (
b 81)
Self-diagnosis not completed (b 82)
ON OFF Tail light/brake light defective
(Maintenance Instructions, b Chapter 2)
ON Flashes at
1HzAt least one brake circuit without
ABS (
b 84)
ON Flashes at
4HzAt least one brake circuit in RESIDUAL
BRAKING FUNCTION mode (
b 81)
Alternate flas-
hing at 1 HzAlternate flas-
hing at 1 HzFluid level in BMW Integral ABS too low.
Check the motorcycle as follows:
–Ignition OFF: is brake pressure OK at
the brake levers?
–Are the brakes acting on both wheels?
–Is the brake system leaktight, no signs
of brake fluid escaping?
The brake system is defective if the test
outcome is negative.
Alternate flas-
hing at 4 HzAlternate flas-
hing at 4 HzFluid level in the BMW Integral ABS is too
low, perform the checks listed above.
Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in at least one circuit (
b 81)
d Warning:
Do not ride the motorcycle if you
have any doubts about the
dependability of the brake sys-
tem.
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Reliability
Regular visits to the workshop for
routine servicing are strongly re-
commended even after the
warranty period has elapsed.
They are the only way to be
genuinely certain that your BMW
motorcycle is being kept in
perfect working order.
For generous treatment of claims
submitted after the warranty peri-
od has expired, evidence of reg-
ular maintenance is essential.
Certain signs of wear may not
otherwise be noticed until it is too
late to put them right at moderate
cost.
The staff in the authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer’s workshop
know every detail of your moto-
rcycle and can take remedial
action if necessary before minor
faults develop into serious
problems. By having the
necessary repairs done properly
and in good time, you save time
and money in the long run.
…serviceYou can obtain accurate advice
in all cases, and make appoint-
ments with a firm completion
deadline which we will comply
with punctually. But the most
gratifying feeling of all is that
your BMW is in genuinely good
shape when it leaves the
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer's workshop – and above
all, safe.
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Concluding thoughts
Now it’s your turnRegular care is important,
with all functions checked
before the journey starts.
Use only genuine BMW
accessories. These satisfy all
safety requirements and are
precisely matched to your
BMW motorcycle.
Have your motorcycle serv-
iced only by the trained,
expert personnel at your local
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.
You should never fit accesso-
ries that don't have official
type approval for your motor-
cycle. This can represent a
safety hazard, invalidate the
motorcycle's general operat-
ing permit or cause you to
lose your insurance cover.
Technical modifications
should always be entrusted to
your authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer.
L Note:
Your local authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer can supply
you with useful items to add to
your motorcycle's toolkit and
accompany the Maintenance
Instructions.
–BMW Repair Manual
–BMW set of circuit diagrams
It's good to know you've
thought of everything, isn't it?
Our aim is to make your
journey safer
We want you to reach all your
destinations safely – and we
want you to enjoy riding your
BMW as a constant source of
relaxed pleasure and satisfac-
tion.
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Rider’s Manual
K 1200 LT
BMW Motorrad
On-board
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InstructionsBMW Motorrad
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and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
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and Maintenance
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and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
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consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
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documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
InstructionsBMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
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