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Starting – Riding – ParkingTaking the motorcycle off
the centre stand
d Warning:
If the motorcycle is fitted with
BMW Integral ABS
OE, only
RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- TION is available when the ig-
nition is switched off
(b 71).
e Attention:
Make sure the centre stand is fully re-
tracted 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
OE
with your right hand
• Push the motorcycle forwards off the stand
• Check that the stand has fully retracted
OEOptional extra
Main (centre) standOE
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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 motor-cycle, vary
the throttle opening and engine-speed
range frequently. 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 inspection after
1,000 km (600 miles).
Make an appointment with your
authorised 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
• Avoid lengthy periods at full load until 2,000 km (1,200 miles) have
been covered
Running in
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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 Attention:
Comply with the notes on BMW Inte-
gral ABSOE (b 68-75).
OEOptional extra
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B
B
1
Switching on the ignition
– Make sure the kill switch1 is in the
run position A
• The ignition switch must be ON (
b
9)
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 po-
sition while the ign ition is on (switch
in ON position), the BMW Integral
ABS
OE remains operational (b 69).
OEOptional extra
Before you start
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Fully retracting the side
stand
L Note:
If the side stand is extended and a gear
engaged, you cannot start the motorcy-
cle.
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 posi-
tion or disengage the clutch
Engine stops when first gear is
engaged:
– Fully retract the side stand; if neces- sary, consult the troubleshooting
table (
b Maintenance Instruc-
tions, Chapter 2)
Before you start
1
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Starting
Starting
e Attention:
If you attempt to start the engine when
the battery is flat, you will hear the re-
lay 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 lever1:
– 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 thro ttle twistgrip when
starting the engine.
• Press starter pushbutton 2
– The engine starts
• Turn the throttle twistgrip carefully
•Release lever 1
– Lever 1 in position B
• Return choke lever 1 to position C
as soon as possible (as soon as the
engine runs smoothly)
Starting
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2*34
5
1
Battery charge currentWarning light1 goes out above idle
speed.
e Attention:
If warning light 1 comes on during the
journey: Immediately consult a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW motorcycle dealer.
Warning light, general General warning light 3 lights up if the
BMW Integral ABSOE develops a fault
(
b 75), or if the tail light or brake light
is defective.
ABS warningOE
The ABS warning 2 lights up if the
BMW Integral ABS develops a fault
(
b 75)
OEOptional extra
*
n depending on national-market specifica-
tion
Telltale and warning lights
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