2006 BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 R fuel pressure

Cleaning easily
damaged componentsPlasticsClean plastic parts with water
and BMW plastic care emul-
sion. This includes in particu-
lar:Windscreen
Headlight lens made of
plastic
Glass cover 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.
Soften stubborn dirt and
insects by covering the
affected areas with a wet
cloth.
WindscreenClean off dirt and insects with
a soft sponge and plenty of
water.
Fuel and chemical
solvents attack the
material of the windscreen;
the windscreen becomes
opaque or dull.
Do not use cleaning agents.ChromeUse plenty of water and BMW
shampoo to clean chrome,
particularly if it has been
exposed to road salt. Use
chrome polish for additional
treatment.
RadiatorClean the radiator regularly to
prevent overheating of the en-
gine due to inadequate cool-
ing.
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.RubberTreat rubber components with
water or BMW rubber-care
products.
Using silicone sprays for
the care of rubber seals
can cause damage.
Do not use silicone sprays
or other care products that
contain silicon.
8123zCare

S
SeatInstallation, 55
Lock, 11
Removal, 54
Service, 142
Service Card, 143
Side stand Starting the engine, 66
Spark plugs, 138
Speedometer, 18
Spring preload, rear Adjusting, 11, 58
Starter, 17
Steering lock, 41
Suspension damping, rear Adjusting, 11, 59
T
Technical data Battery, 137
Brakes, 136
Bulbs, 138
Clutch, 133
Dimensions, 139
Electrics, 137 Engine, 130
Engine oil, 132
Final drive, 135
Frame, 139
Fuel, 131
Running gear, 135
Spark plugs, 138
Transmission, 133
Weights, 140
Wheels and tyres, 136
Telltale lights, 18
Toolkit, 15 Service kit, 86
Standard kit, 86
Torques, 129
Transmission Starting the engine, 66
Technical data, 133
Troubleshooting chart, 128
Turn indicators Left, 16, 53
Right, 17, 54
Switching off, 17, 54 Tyre pressure control
(ReifenDruck-Control)
Label on wheel rim, 96
Operation, 46
Reading, 22
Tyres Approved, 95
Checking tread depth, 95
Checking tyre pressures, 62
Technical data, 136
V
Vehicle General view, left side, 11
General view, right side, 13
Laying up, 124
Restoring to use, 125
Vehicle identification num- ber, 13
W
Warning lights, 18
Warnings, 22 Mode of presentation, 23
Warnings, overview, 24, 32, 36
11155zIndex

The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart:Fuel
Recommended fuel grade98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus
unleaded
95 ROZ/RON, Premium
unleaded (fuel grade,
usable with power- and
consumption-related
restrictions)
Fuel tank capacity 19 l, Usable
4 l, Including reserve of
Tyre pressures
Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, One-up, tyre cold
2.5 bar, Two-up and/or with
luggage, tyre cold
Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, One-up, tyre cold
2.9 bar, Two-up and/or with
luggage, tyre cold
BMW recommends
Order No. 01 41 7 706 131
06.2006, 3rd edition
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