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

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Protecting the environment
Development…Motorcyclists have an intensive
relationship with nature. BMW
has made sure that they con-
tinue to enjoy the best possible
prospects for successful riding
in the future.
This not only because your new
BMW is available with exhaust
emission control by closed-
loop, three-way catalytic con-
verter.
…waste disposal…Behind the scenes, in the repair
shop, we don’t neglect the pro-
environmental aspects of our
work either.
Wherever possible, we use
environmentally acceptable,
biodegradable materials. We
ensure strict compliance with
all environmental legislation, for
example the correct disposal of
old oil, which is now classified
as hazardous waste in many
countries.
…recyclingAlongside the correct disposal
of materials that are potentially
hazardous to the environment,
recycling is being given
increasing priority by BMW.
For example, plastics are indi-
vidually marked so that they can
be returned to the materials
cycle. Remember: when it
comes to making repairs to
your motorcycle, the authorised
BMW motorcycle workshop is
far better equipped to protect
the environment than you are at
home.
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BMW rider’s equipment
The essentialsTo reach your destination safely
every time, there’s only one
choice:
Helmet
Suit
Gloves
Boots
It's foolhardy to ride without
these items of clothing. This
even applies to short journeys,
and to every season of the year.
Well-planned riding
pleasure
Many motorcyclists have
learned the hard way that the
proper clothing contributes so
much to riding pleasure. You
must feel comfortable and
relaxed – and your own safety
must never be endangered.
There's no doubt about it: when
buying motorcycling clothing,
you simply can't set your sights
too high. It's good to know that
the BMW brand can be trusted
to supply you with safe, high-
quality rider's clothing as well.
Information on the latest prod-
ucts is always available from
your BMW motorcycle dealer.
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BMW motorcycle accessories
Always an idea aheadThis is our motto – and it's one
we live up to. For many years
now, BMW has offered the
enthusiast everything capable
of enhancing the fascination of
motorcycling. A unique pro-
gramme that is regularly
updated and offers plenty of
scope for choosing items
according to individual prefer-
ences.
Ask your authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer for the latest
details of what can be
upgraded on or retrofitted to
your motorcycle.Every accessory product is
made to the same exemplary
standards of design, function
and quality as the motorcycle
itself. At the end of the day, there
is a great deal of experience
involved here since all our engi-
neers are themselves keen
motorcyclists who know what is
really needed. Whenever devel-
opment work starts on a new
motorcycle, equipment items
are also taken into consideration
and their practical value con-
firmed by extensive testing.
This is your guarantee of the high
quality you expect from BMW.
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Training means extra safety
Cornering and braking
need to be practised
Develop a “sixth sense” for
potentially dangerous situa-
tions. What this means: look
ahead, plan how to avoid possi-
bly dangerous situations and
view other road users' behav-
iour with a degree of healthy
scepticism.
–Take bends smoothly and
rhythmically, avoiding braking
and acceleration
–Approach bends slower than
you feel they can be taken; a
neat riding style will get you to
your destination more safely
than sheer speed
–Ride at the inner edge of the
ideal line, look ahead and plan
to leave the bend as smoothly
as you entered itAllow for reaction time when
judging braking distances.
–At 50 km/h (approx. 30 mph),
for instance, every second
lost represents a further dis-
tance of about 14 metres (46
feet) before the brakes are
applied.
–at 90 km/h (approx. 55 mph),
this distance grows to
25 meters (82 feet) .
Practice applying the brakes
with and without an extra load
on the motorcycle, and study its
reactions on various kinds of
road surface.
Work up to the wheel lock limit
gradually.
BMW has a worthwhile safety
contribution to make in this area
too – BMW Safety Training.
These programmes are a won-
derful opportunity: systematic
basic and follow-up training
enables you to master situa-
tions close to the limit and keep
your motorcycle under supreme
control whatever happens.
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Concluding thoughts
Now it’s your turnRegular care is important,
with all functions checked
before the journey starts.
Use only genuine BMW
accessories. These satisfy all
safety requirements and are
precisely matched to your
BMW motorcycle.
Have your motorcycle serv-
iced only by the trained,
expert personnel at your local
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.
You should never fit accesso-
ries that don't have official
type approval for your motor-
cycle. This can represent a
safety hazard, invalidate the
motorcycle's general operat-
ing permit or cause you to
lose your insurance cover.
Technical modifications
should always be entrusted to
your authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer.
L Note:
Your local authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer can supply
you with useful items to add to
your motorcycle's toolkit and
accompany the Maintenance
Instructions.
–BMW Repair Manual
–BMW set of circuit diagrams
It's good to know you've
thought of everything, isn't it?
Our aim is to make your
journey safer
We want you to reach all your
destinations safely – and we
want you to enjoy riding your
BMW as a constant source of
relaxed pleasure and satisfac-
tion.
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AABS, 80
Adjusting deflectors, 17
Adjusting windscreen, 17
Aerial, 4
Anti-lock brake system
notes, 78, 80-85
Audio system controls
passenger, 6
BBMW Integral ABS, 78-84
brake fluid level, 50
brake fluid reservoir, front, 6
brake fluid reservoir, rear, 6
troubleshooting chart, 85
warning lights, 10
Brake pads
running in, 69
Brake pads, checking, 47
Brake servo, 80
Brake system
general, 46, 47
with BMW Integral
ABS, 48, 49, 50
Brake system, checking, 46
CCases
opening/closing, 30
Cassette player/radio, 9
Catalytic converter, 63
safety instructions, 63CD changer, 7
Changing gear, 75
Checklist, 39
Clock, 10
Clock (in cockpit), 10
Clutch
fluid level, 51
Clutch lever, adjusting, 44
Cockpit
general view, 8, 9
Coolant level
checking, 59
Coolant reservoir, 5
Coolant temperature, 72
Coolant temperature gauge, 9
Cruise control
notes, 21
operation, 22, 23, 24
switch, 14
EEmergency off (kill) switch for
ignition, 15, 70
Engine oil, 40
oil filler neck, 41
Engine oil pressure
telltale light, 72
Engine speed, 74
Environmental protection, 89
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FFront brake
brake fluid level, 50
handbrake lever, 45
Front seat
adjusting, 33
locking, 33
opening, 32
Front-seat heating, 37
Fuel filler cap, 6, 42
Fuel gauge, 8
Fuel grade, 43
Fuel level, 72
Fully integral brakes, 80
Fuse box, 4
GGear indicator, 10
Gearshifts, 74, 75
General view
left side, 4, 5
right side, 6, 7
Gross weight, 56
HHand lamp
location, 6
Handbrake lever, adjusting, 45
Handlebar controls for audio
system, 14
Handlebar controls for on-board
computer, 15Handlebar fitting
left, 14
right, 15
Hazard warning flasher switch, 14
Hazard warning flashers, 16
Headlight adjustment
LHD/RHD traffic, 58
Headlight beam throw,
adjusting, 57
Heated handlebar grips, 15
Helmet holder, 5, 38
High/low (dipped) headlight
switch, 14
Horn, 14
Horn button, 14
IIgnition switch and steering
lock, 9, 12, 13
Ignition, switching on, 70
Instruments in cockpit, 8, 9
Integral brake function, 80
Integral brakes, 80
KKeys, 12, 13
LLHD traffic
headlight adjustment, 58
Light switch, 15
Lights
headlight beam throw, 57, 58
notes, 57
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Loading, 55, 56
Low/high headlight switch, 14
MMain (centre) stand, 66, 67
Motorcycle accessories, 91
NNeutral, 70
Notes on safety
general, 62
OOctane number, fuel, 43
Odometer, 8
Oil filler neck, 7, 40, 41
Oil funnel, 41
location, 4
Oil level
check, 40, 41
engine oil pressure, 11, 72
sight glass, 7
On-board computer, 8
ambient temperature, 28
average fuel consumption, 29
average speed, 29
calling up functions, 25
estimated range, 28
handlebar controls, 26
recalculation, 27
starting recalculation, 27
On-board literature
location, 4
PPower socket
rider and passenger, 4
RRadio/cassette player, 9
Rear seat
adjusting backrest, 34, 35, 36
Rear-seat heating, 37
Refuelling, 42
Remote control
audio system
handlebar controls, 14
passenger, 6
on-board computer, 26
Repair kit for tubeless tyres, 5
Residual braking function, 49, 81
Rev. counter, 8
Reverser, 18
selector lever, 5
RHD traffic
headlight adjustment, 58
Rider’s equipment, 90
Riding, 74
Rims, 53
Roadspeed indicator, 8
Running-in speeds, 68
SSafety check, 39
Safety instructions
braking, 76
catalytic converter, 63
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Seat
adjusting, 33
removing, 33
Seat heating, 7, 37
Seat opener, 5
Service worldwide, 88
Side stand, 64, 65, 70
Speedometer, 8
Spring preload, 4, 52
Starter button, 15
Starter switch, 15
Starting, 71
Stowage compartment
hand lamp, 6
TTank cap, 6
Telltale and warning lights
ABS, 10, 72
battery charge current, 11, 73
coolant temperature, 11, 73
cruise control, 10
engine oil pressure, 11, 72
fuel level, 11, 72
high-beam headlight, 11
neutral, 10
reverser, 10
turn indicator, right, 10
turn indicator,left, 10
Tightening torques
topcase, rear seat backrest, 36
Toolkit, 5
Tools, 5Topcase
opening/closing, 31
Tread depth, tyres, 53, 54
Trip meter, 8
Troubleshooting ABS, 85
Turn indicator cancel switch, 15
Turn indicator repeaters, 10
Turn indicator switch, left, 14
Turn indicator switch, right, 15
Type plate, 4
Tyres
running in, 69
tread depth, 53
tyre pressures, 54VValve caps, 54
WWarning lights
ABS, 72
battery charge current, 73
coolant temperature, 73
engine oil pressure, 72
fuel level, 72
general, 72
Warnings
braking, 76
Windscreen adjuster
switch, 14
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