relay BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 GT 2004 Rider's Manual (in English)

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Starting – Riding – Parking
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Starting
 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.
 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
(

Maintenance Instructions, Chapter 2).

Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
• Press starter pushbutton 2
– The engine starts
• Turn the throttle twistgrip carefully

Note:
At ambient temperatures below
0 °C, pull the lever to disengage
the clutch when starting the en-
gine.
Starting
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