2002 BMW MOTORRAD R 1150 R fuel

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Starting – Riding – Parking
Important notes
Catalytic converter
e Attention:
To avoid damage to the cata-
lytic converter:
• Do not run the fuel tank dry
• Push-start only when the engine is cold
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug lead disconnected
• 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
misfires
• 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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A
BB
1

Switching on the ignition– Move the kill switch to the run position A
• Turn ignition key to ON
(
b 9)
In an emergency only:
• Move switch 1 to the B
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
B position while the ignition is
on (switch in ON position), the
BMW Integral ABS
OA remains
operational (
b 66-73).
OE Optional extra
Before you start
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Fuel levelWhen the warning light1
comes on, there are still
approx. 5 litres (1.1 Imp. gal) of
fuel in the tank.
Engine oil pressureWarning light 2 goes out above
idle speed.
e Caution:
If warning light 2 comes on dur-
ing the journey, take the follow-
ing action as soon as traffic
conditions permit:
•Declutch
• Operate the kill switch
• Bring the motorcycle safely to a halt
• Check engine oil level (
b 20)
If the warning light comes on
even though the oil level is cor-
rect, you must consult a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
Telltale and warning lights
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Engine speedLimit engine speed in accord-
ance with engine temperature,
using the highest engine
speeds only when the engine
has reached its regular operat-
ing temperature. When the
revolution counter needle
enters the red zone on the dial,
the fuel supply is interrupted in
order to protect the engine
against overspeeding.
L Note:
The governor cuts in at
7,900 rpm.
Load changes
d Warning:
Try not to open or close the
throttle abruptly, particularly
on wet or slippery roads.
Gear shifts
L Note:
Never slip the clutch exces-
sively when changing gear.
Vary your speed only by using
the throttle in a suitable gear,
not by slipping the clutch.
Riding, gear shifts
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Index
AABS - anti-lock brake system, 68
Active brake with ABSchanging brake fluid, 31
Anti-lock braking system notes, 66, 70, 71, 72, 73
BBMW Integral ABSchecking brake fluid level, 31
troubleshooting chart, 73
Brake fluid changing, 28
Brake fluid level checking, 28
checking front, 29, 33
checking rear, 30, 34
Brake pads, checking, 27
Brake servo, 68
Brake system checking, 26
general, 26, 27
with BMW Integral ABS, 32,
33, 34
without BMW Integral ABS, 28,
29, 30
Braking, precautions, 64
CCapacity, 23
Catalytic converter, 49 safety instructions, 49
Centre stand, 52, 53
Checking brake fluid level, 28 Choke
cold start, 10, 59
Choke lever operation, 59
position, 10
Closing the System case, 17
Clutch
fluid level, 35
lever, 24
Cockpit layout, 6
cover, 13, 14
DDipswitch, 10
EEngine oil, 21 Filler, 21
filler, 4
level sight glass, 4
pressure warning light, 60
FFront brake
brake fluid level, 29, 33
brake fluid reservoir, 5
lever, 25
Fuel, 22 filler cap, 5
octane number, 23
refuelling, 22
Fuse box, 5
A - F
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Index
GGear shifts, 62, 63
General viewleft side, 4
right side, 5
HHandlebar fittingleft, 10
right, 11
Handlebar levers, 24 clutch, 24
handbrake, 25
Hazard warning flashers, 12
Headlight beam throw adjustment, 36
Heated handlebar grips, 11, 12
Helmet holder, 13
High/low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
Horn, 10
Hydraulic fluid clutch, 35
IIgnition switch and steering lock, 6
function, 8, 9
Ignition, switching on, 56, 57
Installing System case, 18
Instruments, 6
KKill switch, 11
LLight general instructions, 36
headlight beam throw, 36
MMotorcycle equipment, 79
NNeutral, 57
OOctane number (fuel), 23
Oil filler, 21
Oil filler, engine, 4
Oil levelchecking, 21
engine oil pressure, 6, 60
sight glass, 4
Opening the System case, 16
Overheating, 58
PPartially integral brakes, 68
Power socket, 4
RRear brake brake fluid reservoir, 5
Removing System case, 17
Residual braking, 32
Residual braking function, 69
Rev. counter, 6
Rider's equipment, 78
G - H
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Index
Riding, 62
Risk of overheating, 49
Running in, 55
SSafety check, 19
Safety instructionscatalytic converter, 49
general, 48, 49
Seat, 15 adjusting, 13, 14
closing the storage
compartment, 15
lock, 5
single, 15
Service worldwide, 76
Shock absorbers, 40
Side stand, 50, 51
Spring strut, 4
Starter button, 11
Starting the engine, 58
Storage compartment, 15
System case, 16
TTelltale and warning lights ABS, 7
battery charge, 7
engine oil pressure, 6
fuel level, 6
high (main) headlight beam, 7
neutral indicators, 7 Telltale lights
ABS, 61
battery charge, 61
engine oil pressure, 60
fuel tank level, 60
Toolkit, 5, 15
Tread depth, tyres, 42
Troubleshooting chart, 73
Troubleshooting, ABS, 73
Turn indicator switch left, 10
right, 11
Turn indicators
telltale lights, 7
Turn-indicator cancel switch, 11
Type plate, 5
Tyre pressures, 43
Tyre valve caps, 42
Tyres running-in, 55
VValve caps, 42
WWarning lightsABS, 61
battery charge, 61
engine oil pressure, 60
fuel tank content, 60
general, 61
Wheels, 42
R - Z
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Details described or illustrated in
this booklet may differ from the
motorcycle's actual specification
as purchased, the accessories
fitted or the national-market
specification. No claims will be
entertained as a result of such
discrepancies.
Dimensions, weights, fuel con-
sumption and performance data
are quoted to the customary
tolerances. The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions excepted.
© 2002 BMW Motorrad
Not to be reproduced either wholly
or in part without written
permission from BMW Motorrad,
After Sales.
Printed in Germany
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