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

1 extending tool holderAdapters to accommodate
all tools
2 1/4" bits 5x Torx bits
2x cross-head bits
1x plain screwdriver bit
3 3/8" adapter for socket-
head screws, w/f 22 Removing and installing
front wheel
4 Electric torch LED bulb 5 Set of spanners
3x open-ended spanners,
various sizes
6 Bit adapter Adapter for 1/4" bits
9x12 mm and 3/8" swivel
adapters
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.
Oil can collect in the
sump if the motorcycle
is out of use for an extended
period of time; this oil has to
be pumped into the oil tank
before the level is read. The
engine oil must be at oper-
ating temperature to do this.
Checking the oil level with the engine cold or after no more
than a short ride will lead to
misinterpretation; this in turn,
means that the engine will be
operated with the incorrect
quantity of oil.
In order to ensure that the en-
gine oil level is read correctly,
check the oil level only after a
lengthy trip.
The oil level varies with
the temperature of the
oil. The higher the temperat-
ure the higher the oil level in
the oil tank. Check the engine
oil level immediately after a
lengthy journey.
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and place
the motorcycle on its centre
stand.
Allow the engine to idle for
one minute.
Switch off the ignition.
7103zMaintenance

tions of the marks are indic-
ated on the edge of the tyre,
e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or
by an arrow.
If the tyre tread is worn to
minimum:Replace tyre or tyres, as ap-
plicable.RimsChecking rimsMake sure the ground is
level and firm and place the
motorcycle on its stand.
Visually inspect the rims for
defects.
Have damaged rims
checked and, if necessary,
replaced by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
WheelsApproved wheels and
tyresFor each size of tyre BMW
Motorrad tests certain makes,
and approves those that it
certifies as roadworthy. If
BMW Motorrad has not ap-
proved the wheels and tyres,
it cannot assess their suitab-
ility or provide any guarantee
of road safety.
Use only wheels and tyres ap-
proved by BMW Motorrad for
your type of motorcycle.
You can obtain detailed in-
formation from your author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer or
on the Internet at www.bmw-
motorrad.com.
RDC label
OE
Incorrect tyre-removal
procedures can result in
damage to the RDC sensors.
Be sure to notify the author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer or
specialist workshop that the
wheel is fitted with an RDC
sensor.
If the motorcycle is equipped
with RDC, each wheel rim
bears an adhesive label indic-
ating the position of the RDC
sensor. When changing the
tyre, take care not to damage
the RDC sensor. Be sure to
7110zMaintenance

BrakesFront brakes, typehydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-
piston fixed calipers and floating brake discs
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Rear brakes, type Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-
piston floating caliper and fixed disc
Brake-pad material, rear Organic materialWheels and tyresFront wheel, typeCast aluminium, MT H2
Front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"
Tyre designation, front 120/70 ZR 17
Rear wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2
Rear wheel rim size 5.50" x 17"
Tyre designation, rear 180/55 ZR 17
9148zTechnical data