2002 BMW MOTORRAD R 1150 GS Adventure ignition

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1*
Start the engine.
 Move off
– ABS warning light1:
OFF (as of approx. 5 km/h
(3 mph) road speed)
bPull-away test successfully
completed
bBMW Integral ABS
is available
L Note:
Flashing at 1 Hz = 1 flash per
second (slow flashing)
Flashing at 4 Hz = 4 flashes per
second (fast flashing)
OEOptional extra
L Note:
Starting on gradients:
Always switch on the ignition
with gear engaged, clutch lever
released and both brake levers
released.
Self-diagnosis cannot be per-
formed if you do not follow this
procedure.
When self-diagnosis com-
pletes, apply the brakes, disen-
gage the clutch, and start the
engine.
*n depending on national-market
specification
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABSOE
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Brake system - with BMW Integral ABSOE
Off-road deactivationIn contrast to road riding, where
BMW Integral ABS can always
prevent wheel locking and the
resulting accident, it may be
desirable for the rider to be able
to lock a wheel or prevent it
from rotating on rough terrain or
loose surfaces. This is the rea-
son why the BMW Integral ABS
enables you to deactivate the
ABS function temporarily.
OEOptional extra
Deactivating the ABS
d Warning:
Never switch the ignition off
or on unless the motorcycle is
at a standstill.
Brake boost and the integral
function remain operational,
even if the ABS function is de-
activated.
L Note:
The ABS function is reactivated
once the self-diagnosis routine
has completed successfully af-
ter you switch off the ignition
and switch it on again with the
motorcycle at a standstill.
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21*
d Warning:
If the ABS function is off – as
indicated by ABS warning
light 1 – the safety reserves
afforded by the anti-
lock braking system are not
available until the
ABS function is reactivated.
There is a risk of dropping the
motorcycle if the brakes are
applied too hard and the front
wheel locks or the rear wheel
lifts clear of the ground as a
result of a high level of front
tyre adhesion.
*n depending on national-market
specification
– With the motorcycle at a standstill, switch off the igni-
tion
 Press and hold down ABS acknowledge button 2
 Switch on the ignition
 Hold down ABS acknowledge button 2 until
the ABS warning light 1
remains on
 Release ABS acknowledge button 2
– The ABS function is deacti- vated
– Warning light 1 remains per-
manently on to remind you
that ABS has been deacti-
vated
OEOptional extra
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABSOE
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BMW Integral ABSOE Troubleshooting
OEOptional extra
General
warning
lighte ABS warning
light
l Malfunctions
ON OFF Tail light/brake light defective (Maintenance Instructions, b Chapter 2)
ON Flashes at 1 HzAt least one brake circuit without
ABS (
b 82)
ON Flashes at 4 HzAt least one brake circuit in RESIDUAL
BRAKING FUNCTION mode (
b 83)
Alternate flas-
hing at 1 Hz Alternate 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 Hz Alternate 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 83)

d Warning:
Do not ride the motorcycle if you
have any doubts about the
dependability of the brake system.
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Arrive safely
Know-how …In recent years, motorcycles’
technical design features have
become more and more
sophisticated.
Motronic, electronic ignition,
integral brakes, the catalytic
converter or the use of four
valves per cylinder are clear
signs that far more than basic
technical knowledge may be
needed to solve certain prob-
lems. In addition, high-tech
materials are increasingly tak-
ing the place of conventional
ones, which again calls for thor-
ough and expert knowledge if
they are to be handled correctly
during repair work.
To be sure of achieving the nec-
essary standard, it is always
advisable to consult your
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.The authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer employs staff who
attends regular and compre-
hensive training courses.
Authorised BMW motorcycle
dealers also receive all the cur-
rent technical information and
are therefore fully aware of the
latest developments.
… technical features …The authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer’s staff has the
experience and all the neces-
sary facts at its disposal when it
comes to solving problems
quickly and effectively. Work-
shops are equipped with the
latest technical facilities, for
example the special tools
developed by BMW such as the
BMW
diagnosis
system or exhaust emissions
tester.
Reliable operation
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Index
i
High/low (dipped) headlight switch, 14
Horn, 14
Hydraulic fluid clutch, 45
IIgnition switch and steering lock, 8
function, 10
Instrumente Cockpit, 8
KKatalysator, 61
Key positions, 11
Kill switch, 15
LLights
general instructions, 46, 47
headlight beam throw, 46, 47
MMain (centre) stand, 64, 65
Motorcycle equipment, 95
NNeutral, 69
OOctane number, fuel, 33
Odometer, 8
Oil filler, 4, 31 Oil level
checking, 31
engine oil pressure, 9
Oil level sight glass, 4
PPartially integral brakes, 82
Power socket, 4, 13
RRear brake fluid reservoir, 5
Refuelling, 32, 33
Residual braking function, 42, 83
Revolution counter, 8
Rider Information Display Fuel gauge, 75
Gear indicator, 75
Rider Information Display (RID), 8
clock, 75
engine oil temperature, 74
Rider’s equipment, 94
Riding, 76, 77
Risk of fire, 61
Risk of overheating, 61, 70
Risk of poisoning, 60
Running in new brake pads, 67
Running in new tyres, 67
SSafety checklist, 28
Safety instructions
braking, 78, 79
catalytic converter, 61
general, 60
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Index
i
Seat, 19, 20
Seat, single, 18
Service worldwide, 92
Shock, 52
Shock-absorber adjustment, 52
Side stand, 62, 63
Speedometer, 8
Spokes, 53
Spring preload, rear, 51
Spring strut, 4
Starter button, 15
Switching on the ignition, 68
TTank capacity, 33
Telltale and warning lightsABS check, 9
battery charge current, 9, 73
engine oil pressure, 9
fuel level, 9
general, 9
high-beam headlight, 9
neutral, 9
turn indicator repeater, left, 9
turn indicator repeater, right, 9
Telltale lights
ABS check, 9
Tool box, 18
Toolkit, 5
Topcase, 26
Trip meter, 8
Turn indicator switch left, 14
right, 15 Turn indicators
repeaters, 9
Turn-indicator cancel switch, 15
Type plate, 5
Tyre pressures, 54
Tyre tread, 55
VValve caps, 54
WWarning lights ABS warning light, 72
Battery charge current, 72
Engine oil pressure, 73
Low fuel level, 72
Warning light, general, 72
Wheel rims, 53
Windscreen, adjusting, 27
S - Z
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