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ABS warning lightThe ABS warning light 1 lights
up if the BMW Integral ABS
develops a fault (
b91).
Warning light, general General warning light 2 lights
up if the BMW Integral ABS
develops a fault (
b91), or if the
tail light or brake light is defec-
tive.
Low fuel levelWhen warning light 3 comes on,
there are still approx. 4 litres
(0.9 Imp.gal.) of fuel in the tank.
*n depending on national-market
specification
Engine oil pressureWarning light 4 goes out above
idle speed.
e Attention:
If warning light 4 comes on dur-
ing the journey, take the follow-
ing action as soon as traffic
conditions permit:
Disengage the clutch
Operate the kill switch
Bring the motorcycle safely to a halt
Check engine oil level (
b43)
Top up with fresh oil if the oil
level is low. If the warning light
for engine oil pressure lights up
even though the oil level is cor-
rect, it is absolutely essential to
consult a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.
Warning lights
21*43
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Riding, gear shifts
Engine speedChoose engine speeds in
accordance with the coolant
temperature reading, and do
not use maximum engine
speeds until the engine has
reached its regular operating
temperature.
When the revolution counter
needle enters the red zone on
the dial, the fuel supply is inter-
rupted in order to protect the
engine against overspeeding,
as you will notice because the
engine “stutters”.
d Warning:
Never run the engine with the
needle of the revolution coun-
ter in the red zone.
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.
The digital cockpit display
shows which gear has been se-
lected (
b10).
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Riding, gear shifts
Moving away/upshifts: Pull the clutch lever in
Press down on the gearshift lever (to select first gear) and
take your foot off the lever
Smoothly reengage the clutch
Increase engine speed
slightly as necessary
Accelerate when the clutch is
fully engaged
For upshifts into 2nd, 3rd, 4th
and 5th gears, proceed in the
same way, but lift the gear
lever with your foot
Downshifts:
Close the throttle twistgrip
Pull the clutch lever
Select the next-lowest gear: Press the gearshift lever in the
direction opposite to that indi-
cated by the arrow
Smoothly reengage the clutch
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Starting – Riding – ParkingStart the engine.
Move off
– ABS warning light 1:
OFF (as of approx. 5 km/h
(3 mph) road speed)
bPull-away test successfully
completed
bBMW Integral ABS is availa-
ble
L Note:
Flashing at 1 Hz = 1 flash per
second (slow flashing)
Flashing at 4 Hz = 4 flashes per
second (fast flashing)
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 ABS
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Index
i
AABS, 86
Accessories and loads, 60, 61
Adjusting beam throw, 62
Adjusting fins, 17
Adjusting the handbrake lever, 47
Adjusting windscreen, 17
Aerial, 4
Anti-lock brake systemNotes, 84-91
Audio system controls
Passenger, 6
BBMW Integral ABS, 84-90Brake fluid level, 52
Brake-fluid reservoir, front
brakes, 6
Brake-fluid reservoir, rear
brakes, 6
Troubleshooting chart, 91
Warning lights, 10
BMW Service Card, 94
Brake booster, 86
Brake fluid level Check
Rear brake, 53
Brake pads, running in, 74
Brake system General, 48, 49
With BMW Integral ABS, 50-53
Brake system, checking, 48
CCassette recorder/radio, 9
Catalytic converter, 67
Catalytic convertor Safety instructions, 67
Checking brake pads, 49
Checking oil level, 42
Checklist, 41
Clutch
Fluid level, 54
Clutch lever, adjusting, 46
Cockpit Overview,8,9
Coolant level Check, 55
Coolant temperature, 78
Coolant temperature gauge, 8
Cruise-control system
Notes, 21
Operation, 22, 23, 24
Switch, 14
EEmergency off (kill) switch for ignition, 15, 75
Engine oil, 42, 43
Oil filler neck, 43
Engine oil pressure
Telltale light, 78
Engine speed, 80
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