2008 BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 R warning

with OE BMW Motorrad Integ-
ral ABS:If you switch on the ig-
nition while the brakes
are applied, then start the
engine and ride off immedi-
ately, the BMW Integral ABS
remains in residual braking
function mode. Self-diagnosis
is performed as soon as the
brake levers are in their fully
released positions for the first
time. Until this completes the
ABS function is not available;
the same applies to power
assistance for the brakes.
When you start the engine,
wait for the ABS to complete
its self-diagnosis.
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-ride check is
performed. ( 65)
ABS self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 66) Press starter button
1.
If ambient temperatures
are very low, you might
find it necessary to open the
throttle slightly when starting
the engine. At ambient tem-
peratures below 0 °C, disen-
gage the clutch after switch-
ing on the ignition.
The start attempt is
automatically interrupted
if battery voltage is too low.
Recharge the battery before
you start the engine, or use
jump leads and a donor
battery to start. The engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart below if the engine
refuses to start. ( 132)
Pre-ride checkThe instrument cluster runs
a test of the 'General' warn-
ing light when the ignition
is switched on. The warn-
ing light shows first yellow
and then red, so that you can
check that it is in working or-
der. This pre-ride check is in-
dicated by the word
CHECK!
In the display. The test is
aborted if you start the engine
before it completes.
Phase 1
General warning light
lights up yellow.CHECK!
indicator appears
on the display.
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Phase 2General warning light
lights up red.CHECK!
indicator appears
on the display.
If the 'General' warning light is
not displayed:
Some malfunctions can-
not be indicated if the
'General' warning light cannot
be displayed.
Check that the 'General'
warning light comes on, and
that it lights up yellow and
then red.
Have the fault rectified as
soon as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motor-
rad dealer.
ABS warning lights
OE
There are two country-
dependent versions of the
ABS warning light:
Country-dependent ver-
sion 1.
Country-dependent ver-
sion 2.
The description below is
based on country-dependent
version 1.ABS self-diagnosis
OE
BMW Integral ABS performs
self-diagnosis and a
pull-away test to ensure its
operability. Self-diagnosis
is performed automatically
when you switch on the
ignition. Self-diagnosis is
not performed unless both
brake levers are in their fully
released positions. Phase 1
Self-diagnosis is in progress.
General warning light
lights up red.
ABS warning light
flashes four times per
second.
Phase 2
Self-diagnosis is complete.
ABS warning light
flashes once per
second.
If self-diagnosis did not com-
plete:
Release the brake levers as
soon as possible.
If an error message appears
when self-diagnosis com-
pletes: See the section entitled
"Status indicators" for in-
formation on how to inter-
pret these messages.
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The ABS warning light
does not go out until the
pull-away test completes.
Pulling away with
BMW Integral ABS
OE
Starting on gradientsSelect a gear.
Release the clutch lever and
both brake levers.
Switch on the ignition.
Wait for ABS self-diagnosis
to complete.
Apply the brakes and disen-
gage the clutch.
Start the engine.ABS warning lightsThere are two country-
dependent versions of the
ABS warning light:
Country-dependent ver-
sion 1. Country-dependent ver-
sion 2.
The description below is
based on country-dependent
version 1.
ABS pull-away testWhen you pull away, the
BMW Integral ABS checks the
ABS sensors. ABS warning light
flashes once per
second.
The ABS warning light goes
out when the pull-away test
completes.
If an error message appears
when the pull-away test com-
pletes: See the section entitled
"Status indicators" for in-
formation on how to inter-
pret these messages.
Running inThe first 1000 kmWhile running in the mo-
torcycle, vary the throttle
opening and engine-speed
range frequently.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period
on twisting, fairly hilly roads,
avoiding high-speed main
roads and highways if pos-
sible.
Exceeding the specified
engine speeds while run-
ning in will lead to increased
engine wear.
Keep to the specified engine
speeds for running in.
Do not exceed the rpm lim-
its recommended for run-
ning in.
Running-in speeds
7000 min
-1
No full-load acceleration.
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Lift the motorcycle upright,
simultaneously pressing the
lever down until the stand
supports the motorcycle in
the upright position.Press the lever down to the
ground.
BulbsGeneral instructionsThe failure of a bulb is sig-
nalled in the display by the
defective lamp symbol. If the
brake or rear light fails, the
general warning light also
lights up yellow. If the rear
light fails the second filament
of the brake light shines at re-
duced brightness to double
as a rear light. Even though
you have this substitute rearlight, the indicators in the dis-
play tell you that a bulb defect
has occurred.
A defective bulb places
your safety at risk be-
cause it is easier for other
users to oversee you and
your motorcycle.
Replace defective bulbs as
soon as possible; always
carry a complete set of spare
bulbs if possible.
The bulb is pressurised
and can cause injury if
damaged.
Wear protective goggles
and gloves when changing
bulbs.
The types of bulb fitted
to your motorcycle are
listed in the section entitled
"Technical data".
7113zMaintenance

A
Abbreviations and symbols, 6
Anti-theft alarm, 18
B
BatteryBattery compartment, 13
Charging battery when
connected, 120
Charging the battery when
disconnected, 121
Installation, 123
Removal, 121
Warning, battery charge
current, 28
Brake fluid Checking level, front, 97
Checking level, rear, 99
Brake lever Adjusting the handbrake
lever, 48
Brake pads Checking front, 96
Checking rear, 96 Brakes
Checking operation, 95
Fluid reservoir, 13
Fluid reservoir, front, 13
Fluid reservoir, rear, 13
Technical data, 138
Bulbs General instructions, 113
Replacing brake-light
bulbs, 116
Replacing front turn
indicator bulb, 117
Replacing high-beam
headlight bulb, 114
Replacing low-beam
headlight bulb, 114
Replacing parking-light
bulb, 115
Replacing rear light
bulbs, 116
Replacing rear turn indicator
bulb, 117
Technical data, 140
Warning, bulb failure, 28, 29 C
Case
Adapting, 90
Adjusting, 88
Closing, 88
Installing, 90
Opening, 88
Removing, 89
Centre stand Placing motorcycle on
centre stand, 75
Removing motorcycle from
centre stand, 77
Clock, 22 Adjusting, 18, 46
Clutch Adjusting the clutch
lever, 48
Checking operation, 100
Fluid reservoir, 11
Technical data, 136
Confirmation of maintenance work, 147
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CoolantTemperature gauge, 22, 23
Warning, coolant temperat-
ure, 26
D
Dimensions Technical data, 141
E
Electrics Technical data, 139
Emergency off switch (kill switch), 17, 47
Engine Starting, 64
Technical data, 134
Warning, engine electron-
ics, 27
Engine oil Checking level, 93
Draining , 94
Filler neck, 15
Indicator for engine oil
level, 13
Technical data, 135 Topping up, 94
Warning, engine oil pres-
sure, 27
ESA, 57 Adjusting spring preload, 58
Adjusting suspension
damping, 57
Calling up settings, 57
EWS Warning, 26
F
Final drive Technical data, 137
Frame Technical data, 141
Front-wheel stand Installing, 110
Fuel Filler neck, 13
Quantity reading, 22
Refuelling, 78
Technical data, 135
Warning, fuel down to
reserve, 26
Fuses, 139 G
Gear indicator, 22
Grip heating, 17, 47
H
Handlebar fittings
General view, left side , 16
General view, right side, 17
Hazard warning flashers, 16, 17
Switching off, 41
Switching on, 40
Headlight High-beam headlight, 19
Low-beam headlight, 19
Side lights, 19
Headlight flasher, 16
Helmet holder, 15, 53
High-beam headlight, 16
Horn, 16
I
Ignition Switching off, 38
Switching on, 38
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ImmobiliserWarning, 26
Instrument cluster Overview, 18
Sensor for lighting, 18
J
Jump starting, 118
L
Laying up, 128
Lights Switching off the parking
lights, 50
Switching on the high-beam
headlight, 49
Switching on the low-beam
headlight, 49
Switching on the parking
lights, 50
Switching on the side
lights, 49 M
Mirrors
Adjusting, 54
Multifunction display, 18, 22
O
On-board computer Ambient temperature, 45
Average consumption, 45
Average speed, 44
Pushbutton, 16
Resetting average con-
sumption, 45
Resetting average
speed, 44
Residual range, 44
Selecting readings, 43
Tripmaster function, 43
P
Power socket, 11
Pre-ride check, 65 R
Rear wheel stand
Installing, 112
Refuelling, 78
Reserve Warning, 26
Residual range, 42, 44
Restoring to use, 129
Rev. counter, 18
Running gear Technical data, 137
S
Seat Installation, 52
Lock, 11
Removal, 51
Service, 144
Side stand Placing motorcycle on side
stand, 71
Removing motorcycle from
side stand, 73
Starting the engine, 64
Speedometer, 18
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Spring preload, rearAdjusting, 11, 55
Starter, 17
Steering lock, 39
Suspension damping, rear Adjusting, 11, 56
T
Technical data Brakes, 138
Bulbs, 140
Clutch, 136
Dimensions, 141
Electrics, 139
Engine, 134
Engine oil, 135
Final drive, 137
Frame, 141
Fuel, 135
Running gear, 137
Transmission, 136
Weights, 142
Wheels and tyres, 138
Telltale lights, 18 Toolkit
Anti-theft alarm, 15
Overview, basic kit, 92
Overview, supplementary
kit, 92
Torques, 133
Transmission Starting the engine, 64
Technical data, 136
Tripmaster, 22 Operation, 41
Resetting the tripmeter, 42
Residual range, 42
Selecting readings, 41
Troubleshooting chart, 132
Turn indicators Left, 16, 50
Right, 17, 51
Switching off, 17, 51
Tyres Checking tread depth, 101
Checking tyre pressures, 58
Technical data, 138 V
Vehicle
General view, left side, 11
General view, right side, 13
Laying up, 128
restoring to use, 129
Vehicle identification num- ber, 13
W
Warning lights, 18
Warnings, 22 Mode of presentation, 23
Warnings, overview, 24, 31
Weights Technical data, 142
Wheels Installing front wheel, 105
Installing rear wheel, 108
Removing front wheel, 102
Removing rear wheel, 107
Technical data, 138
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