BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 GT 2002 Rider's Manual (in English)

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Removing motorcycle
from side stand
d Warning:
If the motorcycle is fitted with
BMW Integral ABS, only the
RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC-
TION is available when the igni-
tion is switched off (
b 75) .
Make sure the side stand is
fully retracted before you ride
off.
– Allowing the motorcycle to roll with the side stand
extended represents a
safety risk.  Turn the ignition key to the “
R”
or “ ON” position (
b 11)
– handlebars unlocked
 Both feet on the ground, no weight on the motorcycle
 Hold the left handlebar grip
with your left hand
 Keep your right hand on the
right handlebar grip and the
handbrake lever
 Slowly raise the motorcycle to
the upright position and keep
it balanced
 Sit on the motorcycle and use your left foot to retract the
side stand
Side stand
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Placing motorcycle on
main (centre) stand
d Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
main stand extended.
e Attention:
Stop the engine before using
the main stand.
Make sure the surface under
the stand is firm.
 Switch off the ignition
 Hold the left handlebar grip
with your left hand  Hold the lifting handle with
your right hand
 Place your right foot on the
extension pin of the main
stand and press it down until
the curved shoes of the stand
touch the ground
 Place your right foot on the
tread surface of the stand
 Apply all your body weight to the stand
 Pull the motorcycle to the rear and upwards until it rests on
the main stand
 Check that the motorcycle
is firmly supported
Main (centre) stand
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Removing motorcycle
from main stand
d Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
main stand extended.
If the motorcycle is fitted with
BMW Integral ABS, only the
RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC-
TION is available when the ig-
nition is switched off (b 75) .
e Attention:
Make sure the main stand is ful-
ly retracted before you ride off.  Turn the ignition key to the “
R”
or “ ON” position(
b 11)
– handlebars unlocked
 Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand
 Hold the lifting handle with
your right hand
 Push the motorcycle forward
off the main stand
 Check that the main stand
has fully retracted
Main (centre) stand
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e Attention:
Exceeding the specified engine
speeds while running in will lead
to increased engine wear.
L Note:
While running in the motorcycle,
vary the throttle opening and
engine-speed range frequently.
Try to do most of your riding dur-
ing this initial period on twisting,
fairly hilly roads rather than high-
speed main roads and highways.
Running-in speedsFrom 0 to 1,000 km (600 miles)
 Engine speed max. 4,000 rpm and no full-load acceleration
 The first inspection should always be performed after
1,000 km (600 miles). Make an
appointment with your author-
ised BMW motorcycle dealer in
good time, so that the work can
be performed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
(600 to 1,200 miles)
 Engine speeds can be gradually increased after 1,000 km
(600 miles)
 Avoid lengthy periods at full
load until 2,000 km (1,200
miles) have been covered
Running in
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Running in
Running in new brake
pads
d Warning:
New brake pads must “bed
down” and therefore do not
achieve their optimum friction
levels during the first 500 km
(300 miles).
This slight initial reduction in
braking efficiency can be
compensated for by exerting
greater pressure on the lever.
Try to avoid all unnecessary
hard braking during this initial
period.
e Attention:
Comply with the notes on BMW
Integral ABS (b 72-79).
Running in new tyres
d Warning:
New tyres have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened
by riding in a restrained man-
ner at various heel angles
until the tyres are run in.
This running in procedure is
essential if the tyres are to
reach their maximum level of
grip.
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Before you start
Switch on the ignition– Move the kill switch to the run position A
 Ignition switch ON
In an emergency only:
 Move switch 1 to the B
position.
– The Motronic, fuel pump and
starter motor electrical cir-
cuits are de-energised
L Note:
If you move the kill switch to the
B position while the ignition is
on (switch in ON position), the
BMW Integral ABS remains op-
erational (
b 72-79).
Fully retract the side stand
L Note:
If the side stand is extended
and a gear engaged, you can-
not start the motorcycle.
Select neutral– Neutral indicator light green
k is on (b 7)
– Gear indicator shows “0”
L Note:
Engine does not start:
–Move the gear lever to thek
position or disengage the
clutch
Engine stops when first gear is
engaged:
–Fully retract the side stand; if
necessary, consult the trouble-
shooting chart (
b Maintenance
Instructions, Chapter 2)
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d Warning:
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily or for a lengthy
period when the motorcycle is
at a standstill — risk of overheat-
ing or fire. Ride away immedi-
ately after starting the engine.
Avoid high engine speeds after
a cold start.
e. Attention:
If you attempt to start the engine
when the battery is flat, you will
hear the relay chattering. Further
attempts will damage the starter
relay and starter motor. Before
trying again: charge the battery
(
b Maintenance Instructions, Chapter 2).
L Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
 Press starter pushbutton 2
– The engine starts
 Turn the throttle twistgrip carefully
L Note:
At ambient temperatures below
0 °C, pull the lever to disen-
gage the clutch when starting
the engine.
Starting
BBA
2
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ABS warning lightThe ABS warning light 1 lights up
if the BMW Integral ABS develops
a fault (
b 79).
Warning light, general General warning light 2 lights up if
the BMW Integral ABS develops a
fault (
b 79), or if the tail light or
brake light is defective.
Low fuel levelWhen warning light 3 comes on,
there are still approximately
4 litres (0.9 gal) of fuel in the tank.
Engine oil pressureWarning light 4 goes out above
idle speed.
*n depending on national-market
specification
e Attention:
If warning light 4 comes on dur-
ing the journey, take the follow-
ing action as soon as traffic
conditions permit:
Declutch
 Operate the kill switch
 Bring the motorcycle safely to
a halt
 Check engine oil level
(
b 28)
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
1*2
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Coolant temperatureWarning light5 (red)
goes out when the engine is
started, above idle speed.
e Attention:
If the coolant temperature warn-
ing light 5 comes on, stop the
engine and allow it to cool down.
Check coolant level in the expan-
sion tank (
b 40).
If the expansion tank is full, but
the warning light remains on, or if
coolant consumption is exces-
sive, consult a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
Battery charge currentWarning light 6 goes out above
idle speed.
e Attention:
If warning light 6 comes on dur-
ing the journey:
Seek the advice of a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW motorcycle dealer.
Warning lights
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Engine speedChoose engine speeds in
accordance with the coolant
temperature reading (
b 6), and
do not use maximum engine
speeds unless the engine has
reached its regular operating
temperature.
In the red zone of the rev. coun-
ter the fuel supply is interrupted
in order to protect the engine,
so that misfiring occurs.
L Note:
The governor cuts in at
9,400 rpm.
Load changes
d Warning:
Try not to open or close the
throttle abruptly, particularly
on wet or slippery roads.
Gearshifts
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
selected (
b 7).
Riding, gear shifts
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