2002 BMW MOTORRAD R 1150 RT refuelling

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Safety check
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
– Lights
– shock absorber settings
and spring preload
– condition of wheels and tyres,
tread depth and tyre pres-
sures
– Load, gross weight –
Check at regular intervals as
described in the following
sections
(each time you stop for refuel-
ling):
– Engine oil level
(every second or third time
you stop for refuelling):
– Brake pads
If you encounter any problems
or difficulties, it is always best to
contact your authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer.
He will provide the necessary
advice and assistance.
Checklist
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Safety check
Refuelling
d Warning:
Fuel is flammable and explo-
sive. Do not smoke. Never
bring a naked flame near the
fuel tank.
The fuel expands when hot
(for instance if the fuel tank is
in the sun). For this reason,
only fill as far as the lower
edge of the filler neck!
e Attention:
Note that fuel containing lead
will destroy the catalytic con-
verter.
Do not run the fuel tank dry or
you may damage the engine or
catalytic converter.
Wipe off plastic parts immedi-
ately if they are wetted with fuel.
 Place motorcycle on centre
stand
– Make sure the ground is level
and firm.
 Open fuel filler cap
Fuel
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Index
i
AAnti-lock brake systemNotes, 67, 70, 71
Audio system handlebar remote
control, 10
BBMW Integral ABSBrake fluid level, checking, 28
Changing brake fluid, 28
Brake fluid level
CheckingFront brake, 30
Rear brake, 31
Brake pads, checking, 27
Brake system With BMW Integral ABS, 28,
29, 30, 31
Brake system, checking, 26
CCatalytic convertor Safety instructions, 45
Choke Cold start, 55
Cold start lever, 10
Clock (RID), 59
Clutch Fluid level, 32, 34
Clutch lever, 24
Cockpit
Overview, 6
Cockpit instruments, 6 Cold start lever
Operation, 55
Position, 10
DDistance recorder (odometer), 6
Dualseat, 12
Dualseat lockPosition, 4
EEmergency ignition off(kill) switch, 11
Engine oil, 21 Filler, 21
Temperature display (RID), 58
Engine oil filler, 21
Engine oil pressure Telltale light, 56
FFiller cap, 5
Fog lamp, 6
Front brakeBrake fluid level, 30
Brake fluid reservoir, 5
Handbrake lever, 25
Fuel
Capacity, 23
Octane number, 23
Refuelling, 22
Fuel filler cap, 5
Fuel gauge (RID), 59
Fuse box, 5
A – F
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Index
i
GGear indicator (RID), 59
Gearshifts, 60, 61
General viewLeft side, 4
Right side, 5
HHandlebar fittingLeft, 10
Right, 11
Handlebar levers Clutch lever, 24
Handbrake lever, 25
Hazard warning flashers, 17
Headlight adjustment Right/left-hand riding, 35
Heated handlebar grips, 11
Helmet holder, 5
High/low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
Hydraulic fluid Clutch, 32
IIgnition switch and steering lock,
6
Function, 8
Ignition, switching on, 52, 53
LLeft-hand riding Headlight adjustment, 35
Light switch, 11 Lights
Notes, 33
Low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
MMain (centre) stand, 48, 49
Motorcycle accessories, 77
NNeutral (gearbox), 53
OOctane number (fuel), 23
Oil filler, 4
Oil level Checking, 21
Engine oil pressure, 7, 56
Overheating, risk of, 54
PPartially integral brakes, 66
Power socket, 12 V, 6
R
Radio display, 6
Rear brake
Brake fluid level, 27
Brake fluid reservoir, 5
Refuelling, 22, 23
Remote control Audio systemHandlebars, 10
Residual braking function, 29, 67
Revolution counter, 6
G – R
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