BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 GT 2006 Rider's Manual (in English)

What is the design
baseline for BMW
Motorrad Integral ABS?Within the limits imposed by
physics, the BMW Motorrad
Integral ABS ensures direc-
tional stability on any surface.
The system is not optimised
for special requirements that
apply under extreme compet-
itive situations off-road or on
the track.Special situationsThe speeds of the front and
rear wheels are compared
as one means of detecting a
wheel's incipient tendency to
lock. If the system registers
implausible values for a
lengthy period the ABS
function is deactivated
for safety reasons and
an ABS fault message is
issued. Self-diagnosis hasto complete before fault
messages can be issued.
In addition to problems with
the BMW Motorrad Integ-
ral ABS, exceptional riding
conditions can lead to a fault
message being issued.
Exceptional riding
conditions:
Heating up with the motor-
cycle on the centre stand
or an auxiliary stand, en-
gine idling or with a gear
engaged.
Rear wheel locked by the
engine brake for a lengthy
period, for example while
descending off-road.
If a fault message is issued on
account of exceptional riding
conditions as outlined above,
you can reactivate the ABS
function by switching the igni-
tion off and on again.
What significance
devolves on regular
maintenance?
Invariably, a technical
system cannot perform
beyond the abilities dictated
by its level of maintenance.
In order to ensure that the
BMW Motorrad Integral
ABS is always maintained
in optimum condition, it is
essential for you to comply
strictly with the specified
inspection intervals.
Reserves for safetyThe potentially shorter braking
distances which BMW Mo-
torrad Integral ABS permits
must not be used as an ex-
cuse for careless riding. ABS
is primarily a means of ensur-
ing a safety margin in genuine
emergencies.
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Take care when cornering.
When you apply the brakes
on a corner, the motorcycle's
weight and momentum take
over and even BMW Motor-
rad Integral ABS is unable to
counteract their effects.Electronic engine
management with
BMW Motorrad ASC
OE
How does BMW
Motorrad ASC work?The BMW Motorrad ASC
compares the speed of rota-
tion of the front wheel and the
rear wheel. The differential
is used to compute slip as
a measure of the reserves
of stability available at the
rear wheel. If slip exceeds
a certain limit the electronic
engine management system
intervenes, adapting engine
torque accordingly.
What is the design
baseline for BMW
Motorrad ASC?BMW Motorrad ASC is de-
signed as an assistant system
for the rider and for use on
public roads. The extent to
which the rider affects ASC
control can be considerable
(weight shifts when cornering,
items of luggage loose on the
motorcycle), especially when
style of riding takes rider and
machine close to the limits
imposed by physics. The sys-
tem is not optimised for spe-
cial requirements that apply
under extreme competitive
situations off-road or on the
track. You have the option
of deactivating the BMW Mo-
torrad ASC for these circum-
stances.
Special situationsIn accordance with the laws
of physics, the ability to ac-
celerate is restricted more
and more as the angle of heel
increases. Consequently,
there can be a perceptible
lag in acceleration out of very
tight bends.
The speeds of the front and
rear wheels are compared
as one means of detecting a
wheel's incipient tendency to
lock. If the system registers
implausible values for a
lengthy period the ASC
function is deactivated
for safety reasons and
an ASC fault message is
issued. Self-diagnosis has
to complete before fault
messages can be issued.
The BMW Motorrad ASC can
shut down automatically un-
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der the exceptional riding
conditions outlined below.
Exceptional riding
conditions:Riding for a lengthy period
with the front wheel lifted off
the ground (wheelie).
Rear wheel rotating with the
motorcycle held stationary
by applying the front brake
(burn-out).
Heating up with the motor-
cycle on the centre stand
or an auxiliary stand, en-
gine idling or with a gear
engaged.
Accelerating the motorcycle
to a speed in excess of 10
km/h after switching the ig-
nition off and then on again
reactivates the ASC. If the front wheel lifts clear of
the ground under severe ac-
celeration, the ASC reduces
engine torque until the front
wheel regains contact with
the ground.
Under these circumstances,
BMW Motorrad recommends
rolling the throttle slightly
closed so as to restore
stability with the least
possible delay.
When riding on a slippery
surface, never snap the
throttle twistgrip fully closed
without pulling the clutch
at the same time. Engine
braking torque can cause
the rear wheel to lock, with
a corresponding loss of
stability. The BWM Motorrad
ASC is unable to control a
situation of this nature.
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Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Topcase
OA
.................... 98
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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommends
the use of parts and ac-
cessories for your motorcycle
that are approved by BMW for
this purpose.
Genuine BMW parts and ac-
cessories and other products
which BMW has approved
can be obtained from your
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer, together with expert
advice on their installation
and use.
These parts and products
have been tested by BMW for
safety, function and suitability.
BMW accepts product liability
for them.
Conversely, BMW is unable
to accept any liability whatso-
ever for parts and accessor-
ies which it has not approved.BMW Motorrad cannot
assess each non-BMW
product to determine whether
it can be used on or in con-
nection with BMW motor-
cycles without constituting
a safety hazard. Country-
specific official authorisa-
tion does not suffice as as-
surance. Tests conducted
by these instances cannot
make provision for all operat-
ing conditions experienced by
BMW motorcycles and, con-
sequently, they are not suffi-
cient in some circumstances.
Use only parts and accessor-
ies approved by BMW for
your motorcycle.
Whenever you are planning
modifications, comply with all
the legal requirements. Make
sure that the motorcycle does
not infringe national road-
vehicle construction and use
regulations.
Power socketRatingsThe supply to standard sock-
et 1and the extra socket (OA)
is cut off automatically if bat-
tery voltage is low or the load
exceeds the maximum for the
two sockets.Operating electrical
accessoriesYou can start using electrical
accessories only when the ig-
nition is switched on. The ac-
cessory remains operational
if the ignition is subsequently
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switched off. In order to en-
sure that the drain on the on-
board power supply system is
minimised, the supply to the
power socket is cut off ap-
proximately 15 minutes after
the ignition is switched off,
and it is also temporarily in-
terrupted during the start pro-
cedure.Cable routingThe cables from the power
socket to the auxiliary device
must be routed in such a way
that they:Do not impede the rider
Do not restrict or obstruct
the steering angle and
handling characteristics
Cannot be trapped
Incorrectly routed cables
can impede the rider.
Route the cables as
described above.
LuggageCorrect loading
Overloading and imbal-
anced loads can ad-
versely affect the motorcycle's
handling.
Do not exceed the permiss-
ible gross weight and be sure
to comply with the instruc-
tions on loading.
The maximum speed recom-
mended for riding with loaded
cases is 180 km/h. If a top-
case (OA) is fitted, the max-
imum permissible speed is
180 km/h.
Set spring preload, damping
characteristic and tyre pres-
sures to suit total weight.
Make sure that the weight
is uniformly distributed
between right and left. Pack heavy items at the
bottom and toward the in-
board side.
Max. load in each case (left
and right): 10 kg.
Max. load in tank rucksack
5 kg.
CaseOpening casesTurn the key to the OPEN
position in the case lock.
The case is unlocked.
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Press lock barrel1.
Lever 2pops up.
Pull the release lever up.
The lid of the case opens.
Close the casePull release lever 2all the
way up.
Close the lid of the case
and press it down. Check
that nothing is trapped
between the lid and the
case. Push release lever
2down.
The release lever engages.
Turn the key to the LOCK
position in the case lock.
The case is closed.
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Removing caseTurn the key to the
RELEASE position in the
case lock.
The handle pops out.Pull handle
3out and then
pull it up as far as it will go.
The case is released and
can be removed.
Install the casePull the handle up as far as
it will go. Seat the case in holders
4.
Push handle 3down until it
engages.
The case is correctly en-
gaged on its holders.
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Turn the key to the LOCK
position in the case lock.
The case is closed.
Check that the case is se-
cure.Topcase
OA
Open the topcaseTurn the key to the OPEN
position in the topcase lock.
The topcase is unlocked.Press lock barrel
1.
Lever 2pops up.
Pull the release lever up.
The lid of the topcase
opens.
Close the topcasePull release lever 2all the
way up.
Close the lid of the topcase
and press it down. Check
that nothing is trapped
between the lid and the
case.
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