2004 BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 R fuel pressure

i3Introduction
6 Maintenance ............. 87
Toolkit .......................... 89
Engine oil ..................... 89
Coolant ........................ 92
Brakes .......................... 93
Clutch .......................... 96
Wheels ......................... 98
Front-wheel stand ...... 107
Rear wheel stand ....... 108
Bulbs .......................... 109
Jump starting ............. 115
Battery ....................... 116
Spray guard ................ 120
7 Care ......................... 121
Cleaning and care ...... 122
Laying up ................... 124
Restoring to use ......... 125
8 Technical data ........ 127
Threaded fasteners .... 128
Tyre pressures ........... 130
Engine ........................ 131
Power transmission .... 132
Frame and suspension 133
Wheels and tyres ........ 135Fuel and lubricants ..... 136
Electrical system ......... 138
Dimensions and
weights ....................... 140
Riding specifications .. 141
9 Service ..................... 143
BMW Motorrad
service ........................ 144
Confirmation of
maintenance work ...... 147
Confirmation of
service ........................ 151
i Index ......................... 155

Status indicators222
Overview
The warnings are listed in the table below, along with the page numbers of the pages you can
refer to for more information. Light Symbol Meaning Explanations
Ignition key not authorised. (
b
24)
Low-beam headlight, high-beam
headlight, parking light or turn signal
lamp defective. (
b
26)
Defective lamp. (
b
26)
yellow Fuel reserve reached. (
b
24)
yellow Fault in the engine electronics. (
b
25)
yellow Rear light or brake light lamp
defective. (
b
26)
red Coolant temperature too high. (
b
24)
red Engine-oil pressure too low. (
b
25)

Riding454
Safety instructionsSpeedWhen riding at high speed,
various marginal conditions
can adversely affect the han-
dling characteristics of the
motorcycle:
– Adjustment of the spring-strut and shock absorber
system
– Unequally distributed load
– Loose clothing
– Insufficient tyre pressure
– Poor tyre tread
–etc.Correct loading
Overloading can ad-
versely affect the riding
stability of the motorcycle.
Never exceed the motor-
cycle's permissible gross
weight (
b
140). c
Alcohol and drugs
Even small amounts of al-
cohol or drugs can con-
siderably adversely affect your
perception, judgement and
ability to make decisions, as
well as your reflexes. Taking
medication can increase these
effects.
Do not ride your motorcycle
after consuming alcohol,
drugs and/or medication.c
Risk of poisoningExhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colourless
and odourless but highly toxic.
Inhaling the exhaust
fumes therefore repre-
sents a health hazard and can
even cause loss of conscious-
ness with fatal consequences. Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Do not run the engine in an en-
closed space.
c
High voltage
Touching live parts of the
ignition system with the
engine running can lead to
electric shocks.
Do not touch parts of the igni-
tion system when the engine is
running. c
Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned
fuel to enter the catalytic con-
verter, there is a danger of
overheating and damage.
For this reason, observe the
following points:

Riding456
Safety checkPrior to every journeyUse the following checklist to
check important functions,
settings and wear limits before
starting to ride.Checklist–Brakes (
b
93)
– Brake fluid level (
b
95)
–Clutch (
b
96)
– Clutch fluid level (
b
97)
– Warning and telltale lights (
b
20)
– Shock absorber setting (
b
48) and spring preload
(
b
47)
–Rims (
b
98), tread depth
(
b
98) and tyre pressure
(
b
51, 130)
– Load, gross weight (
b
140)
– Luggage system At regular intervals:
– Engine oil level (every time
you refuel) (
b
89)
– Brake pads (every second/ third time you refuel) (
b
93)
First time outSafe handling of your
motorcycleYou have to take the time to
familiarise yourself with your
motorcycle's unique
character:
– Acceleration
– Roadholding
– Cornering
–Braking
Bear in mind, too, that the
engine has to be run in over
the first 1,000 km (
b
63). The description of the BMW
Integral ABS
OE starts on page
(
b
75).
BMW Integral ABS
OE
incorporates a brake
booster, so braking efficiency
is significantly higher than with
conventional brake systems.
Inadvertently severe braking
can lead to dangerous situa-
tions, particularly when the
motorcycle is cornering.
Practice braking with BMW
Integral ABS
OE under safe
conditions.c

Care7122
Cleaning and care Regular cleaning, using the
correct methods, is an impor-
tant factor in maintaining the
value of your motorcycle. It
also ensures that safety-rele-
vant parts remain in full
working order.Care productsWe recommend that you use
the cleaning and care prod-
ucts you can obtain from your
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer. The materials in BMW
Care Products have been
tested in laboratories and in
practice; they provide opti-
mised care and protection for
the materials used in your
vehicle.The use of unsuitable
cleaning and care prod-
ucts can damage vehicle
components.
Do not use solvents such as
cellulose thinners, cold clean-
ers, fuel or the like, and do not
use cleaning products that
contain alcohol. c
Washing the motorcycleWe recommend that you use
BMW insect remover to soften
and wash off insects and stub-
born dirt on painted parts prior
to washing the motorcycle. To
prevent stains, do not wash
the motorcycle immediately
after it has been exposed to
strong sunlight and do not
wash it in the sun.
Make sure that the motorcycle
is washed frequently, especially during the winter
months.
To remove road salt, clean the
motorcycle with cold water
immediately after every trip.
Warm water reinforces
the effects of the salt.
Use only cold water to wash
off road salt. c
Wet brake discs reduce
the braking effect.
After washing the motorcycle,
dry the brakes by braking. c
The high pressure of
steam cleaners can dam-
age seals, the hydraulic brake
system, the electrical system,
adhesive labels and badges.
Do not use a steam jet or high-
pressure cleaning equip-
ment. c

7123
Care
PlasticsClean plastic parts with water
and BMW plastic care
emulsion. This includes in
particular:
– Windscreens
– Headlight lenses made of plastic
– Covering glass of the instru- ment cluster
– Black, unpainted parts
If plastic parts are
cleaned using unsuitable
cleaning agents, the surfaces
can be damaged.
Do not use cleaning agents
that contain alcohol, solvents
or abrasives to clean plastic
parts. Even fly-remover pads
or cleaning pads with hard
surfaces can produce
scratches. c Soften stubborn dirt and
dead insects by covering
the affected areas with a wet
cloth. c
WindscreenClean off dirt and insects with
a soft sponge and plenty of
water.
Fuel and chemical
solvents attack the
windscreen.
Do not use cleaning agents. cChromeEspecially in the case of road
salt, carefully clean chrome
with plenty of water and BMW
vehicle shampoo. Use chrome
polish for additional treatment.
RadiatorClean the radiator regularly to
prevent overheating of the
engine due to inadequate
cooling. For example, use a
garden hose with low water
pressure.
Cooling fins can be bent
easily.
Take care not to bend the fins
when cleaning the radiator. cPaint careWashing the motorcycle
regularly will help counteract
the long-term effects of sub-
stances that damage the
paint, especially if your motor-
cycle is ridden in areas with
high air pollution or natural
sources of dirt, e.g. tree resin
or pollen.

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Technical data
Threaded fasteners .................... 128
Tyre pressures ............................ 130
Engine ......................................... 131
Power transmission ................... 132
Frame and suspension .............. 133
Wheels and tyres ........................ 135
Fuel and lubricants .................... 136
Electrical system ........................ 138
Dimensions and weights ........... 140
Riding specifications ................. 141Technical data

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Index
Calling up settings, 49
Explanations, 49
Operation, 14FFront-wheel stand, 107
FuelFuel gauge, 20
Grade, 73
Quality, 137
Refuelling, 74
Reserve warning, 24
Fuel tank capacity, 74
Fuses, 138GGear indicator, 20
Gearbox Gear shifts, 64
Position on starting, 57
Technical data, 132
General view
Right side, 11 General view,
left side, 9
Grip heating, 15, 39
HHandlebar fitting Left, 14
Right, 15
Hazard warning flashers, 14, 36, 37
Headlight Adjustment for right-hand/left-
hand traffic, 42
Overview, 17
Headlight flasher, 14, 42
Helmet holder, 45
High-beam headlight
Bulb, 17
Replacing the bulb, 111
Switching on, 14, 42
Telltale light, 20
Horn, 14
IIgnition
Switching off, 34
Switching on, 34, 57
Inflation pressures, 130
Instrument cluster, 16JJump starting, 115KKeys Ignition keys, 34
Replacement keys, 35
Kill switch, 15, 38LLaying up, 124
Locking the handlebars, 35
Low-beam headlight
Bulb, 17
Replacing bulb, 110
Switching on, 41