2002 BMW MOTORRAD R 1150 GS maintenance

3
69
Starting – Riding – Parking
1
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 1
comes on green
k (b 9).
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)
Before you start
10geBKg6.book Seite 69 Dienstag, 19. November 2002 1:11 13

3
89
Starting – Riding – Parking
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.
10geBKg6.book Seite 89 Dienstag, 19. November 2002 1:11 13

4
91
Arrive safely
Regular visits to the workshop
for routine servicing are
strongly recommended 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 goodwill work after the war-
ranty period has expired, evi-
dence of regular maintenance
by an authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer 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 or
workshop know every detail of
your motorcycle 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.
Reliable operation
10geBKg6.book Seite 91 Dienstag, 19. November 2002 1:11 13

4
97
Arrive safely
Concluding thoughts
Now it is your turn. Regular care is important, with all functions checked
before the journey starts.
 Use only genuine BMW accessories. They comply
with all the relevant safety
requirements and are per-
fectly matched to your BMW
 Have your motorcycle serviced only by the trained,
expert personnel at your local
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer
 Do not under any circum- stances install unapproved
extras: the use of unapproved
accessories constitutes a
safety risk and voids your
insurance and the motor-
cycle’s permit
 It is always advisable to have technical modifications car-
ried out only by an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer or
workshop
L Note:
Your local BMW motorcycle
dealer can supply you with use-
ful items to 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 your des-
tination safely – and for riding
your BMW Boxer to be the most
delightful leisure pastime in the
world.
10geBKg6.book Seite 97 Dienstag, 19. November 2002 1:11 13