2002 BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 LT stop start

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General information and controls
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Reverser
StoppingRelease starter button2
–The motorcycle comes to a
stop
Apply the brake if necessary
Normal operationPush lever1 of reverser all the
way toward positionF until it
engages
–Telltale light, reverser
yellow is off (
b 10)
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Safety check
Checklist
Use the safety checklist –
before every journey
Please perform the safety
check accurately. If your motor-
cycle needs any routine mainte-
nance, you can then attend to it
before the journey starts
(
b Maintenance Instructions),
or have it carried out by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer. This is to ensure that
your motorcycle corresponds
with road-vehicle use and
safety laws.
A motorcycle in perfect techni-
cal condition is essential for
your safety and that of other
road users.For this reason, check the
details in the following sections
before you start the journey:
–Fuel level
–Positions of the handlebar-
lever fittings
–Brake fluid level
–Clutch fluid level
–Brakes
–Warning lights and telltale
lights
–Suspension spring preload
–Wheel rim and tyre condition,
tread depth and tyre pressures
–Load, gross weight
–Lights
–Coolant level
–Check regularly (every time
you stop for fuel),
on the basis of the following
section:
–Engine oil level
(every second/third stop for
fuel):
–brake pads
If you encounter any problems
or difficulties, it is always best to
contact your authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer. He will pro-
vide the necessary advice and
assistance.
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Starting – Riding – Parking
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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Side stand
Placing motorcycle on
side stand
d Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
side stand extended.
e Caution:
Stop the engine before using
the side stand.
Make sure the surface under
the stand is firm.
On a gradient, the motorcycle
should always face uphill; se-
lect 1st gear.Switch off the ignition
Keep both feet on the ground
Hold the left handlebar grip
with your left hand
Keep your right hand on the
right handlebar grip and the
handbrake lever
Hold the motorcycle upright
and balanced
Use your left foot at the exten-
sion pin to extend the side
stand fully (arrow)
Slowly lean the motorcycle to
the side until its weight is
taken by the stand and dis-
mount from the motorcycle
Turn the handlebars to full left
lock (
b 13)
Check that the motorcycle
is firmly supported
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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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56Warning lights
Coolant temperature
Warning light5 (red) goes out
when the engine is started,
above idle speed.
e Caution:
If the coolant temperature warn-
ing light 5 comes on, stop the
engine and allow it to cool
down.
Check coolant level in the
expansion tank (
b 59).
If the expansion tank is full, but
the warning light remains on, or
if coolant consumption is ex-
cessive, consult a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW motorcycle dealer.
Battery charge currentWarning light6 goes out above
idle speed.
e Caution:
If warning light 6 comes on dur-
ing the journey: seek the advice
of a specialist workshop, prefer-
ably an authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer.
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