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10 Screwdriver, smallReplacing turn indicator bulbsOn-board toolkit service
kitYour authorised BMW Motor-
rad dealer can provide the on-
board toolkit service kit that you
will need if you are considering
undertaking more extensive work.
You will find information on un-
dertaking work of this nature in
the Repair Manual on the CD or
DVD also obtainable from your
authorised BMW Motorrad deal-
er. 1 Extending tool holder
Adapters to accommodate all
tools
Removing and installing spark
plugs
2 1/4" bits Star-head
Plain-tip
Adapter, 1/4" hex to 1/4"square
2x hexagon socket wrench in-
sert
Allen keys, 3 mm, 4 mm and
6mm 3 Ring spanner, w/f 26
Removing and installing wheels
4 Electric torch LED bulb
5 3x socket Adjusting chain tension
6 Adapter Adapter for 1/4" bits
9x12 mm and 3/8" swivel ad-
apters
Engine oilChecking engine oil level
The engine can seize if the
oil level is low, and this can
lead to accidents.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
The oil level varies with the
temperature of the oil. The
higher the temperature, the high-
er the level of oil in the sump.
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A
Abbreviations and symbols, 6
ABSEngineering details, 50
Fuses, 13, 79
Self-diagnosis, 44
Switching off and on, 15, 33
Warnings, 23
Accessories Notes, 54
Power socket, 54
Auxiliary stand, 76
B
Battery Charging, 89
Maintenance instructions, 88
Removing and installing, 89
Technical data, 106
Voltmeter, 20, 30
BMW Motorrad service, 110
BMW Motorrad Service Card, 110 Brake fluid
Checking level, 63
Reservoir, front, 13
Reservoir, rear, 13
Brake pads Running in, 45
Test, 62
Brakes Notes, 45
Technical data, 104
Test, 61
Bulbs Notes on replacement, 80
Replacing low-beam headlight
bulb, 81
Replacing number-plate light
bulbs, 86
Replacing rear light, 86
Replacing side-light bulb, 83
Replacing turn indicator
bulb, 84
Technical data, 106
C
Care, 93 Chain
Adjusting tension, 69
Checking tension, 68
Checking wear, 69
Lubricating, 68
Checklist, 42
Clock, 20 Adjusting, 17, 29
Clutch Adjusting play, 67
Checking play, 67
Technical data, 102
Confirmation of maintenance work, 112
Coolant Checking level, 65
Fore-and-aft tilt indicator, 11
Topping up, 65
Coolant temperature Warning, 22
D
Damping Adjusting, 11, 35
Dimensions, 107
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K
Keys, 28
L
Laying up, 96
LightsHigh-beam headlight, 31
Low-beam headlight, 31
Side light, 31
Luggage Correct loading, 55
M
Maintenance, 111 Notes, 58
Mirrors Adjusting, 33
Motorcycle Care, 93
Laying up, 96
Overview, 11, 13
Parking, 47
Restoring to use, 96
Multifunction display See display, 17 O
Odometer and tripmeters, 20
Resetting, 17, 29
P
Power socket, 11, 54
Pre-ride check, 43
R
Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 103
Refuelling, 48
Restoring to use, 96
Rider's Manual Stowage, 14
Running gear Technical data, 103
Running in, 44
S
Safety instructions, 40
Seat Lock, 13
Removing and installing, 37
Service, 110
Service Card, 110 Spark plugs
Technical data, 106
Speedometer, 20
Spring preload Adjusting, 11, 34
Standards, 7
Starter, 16
Starting, 42
Status indicators Overview, 20
Steering lock, 28 Locking, 28
T
Technical data Battery, 106
Brakes, 104
Bulbs, 106
Clutch, 102
Dimensions, 107
Electrics, 105
Engine, 100
Engine oil, 101
Frame, 107
Fuel, 4, 101
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