BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 LT 2005 Rider's Manual (in English)

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Starting – Riding – ParkingStart the engine.
 Move off
– ABS warning light 1:
OFF (as of approx. 5 km/h
(3 mph) road speed)
bPull-away test successfully
completed
bBMW Integral ABS is availa-
ble
L Note:
Flashing at 1 Hz = 1 flash per
second (slow flashing)
Flashing at 4 Hz = 4 flashes per
second (fast flashing)
L Note:
Starting on gradients:
Always switch on the ignition
with gear engaged, clutch lever
released and both brake levers
released.
Self-diagnosis cannot be per-
formed if you do not follow this
procedure.
When self-diagnosis com-
pletes, apply the brakes, disen-
gage the clutch, and start the
engine.
*n depending on national-market
specification
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS
1*2
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d Warning:
If the BMW Integral ABS fails
in both brake circuits, a RE-
SIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
only is available (b87).
d Warning:
If the RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION (
b87) is active,
maintain a defensive riding
style and proceed immediate-
ly to a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.
d Warning:
If there is a fault in the ABS
system, the reserves of safety
normally afforded by ABS are
not available until the defect
has been put right.
There is a risk of dropping the
motorcycle if the brakes are
applied too hard and the
wheels lock or the rear wheel
lifts clear of the ground as a
r e su l t o f a h i g h le v e l o f t yr e ad -
hesion. Have the defect recti-
fied immediately by a
specialist workshop, prefera-
bly an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS
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BMW Integral ABS - troubleshooting chart
Warning light,
generaleABS warning
light
l Malfunctions
OFF ON Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION available in both circuits (
b87)
OFF Flashes at 1HzABS not available
Pull-away test not completed (
b88)
OFF Flashes at 4HzOnly RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in both circuits (
b87)
Self-diagnosis not completed (b88)
ON OFF Rear/brake light defective (
b Maintenance Instructions, Chapter 2)
cruise-control system not available
ON Flashes at 1HzAt least one brake circuit without ABS
(
b90)
ON Flashes at 4HzAt least one brake circuit in RESIDUAL
BRAKING FUNCTION mode (
b87)
Alternate
flashing at
1Hz Alternate
flashing at
1HzFluid level in BMW Integral ABS too low.
Check the motorcycle as follows:
– Ignition OFF: is brake pressure OK at
the brake levers?
– Are the brakes acting on both wheels?
– Is the brake system leaktight, no signs of brake fluid escaping?
The brake system is defective if the test
outcome is negative.
Alternate
flashing at
4Hz Alternate
flashing at
4HzFluid level in the BMW Integral ABS is too
low, perform the checks listed above.
Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in at least one circuit (
b87)
d Warning:
Do not ride the motorcycle if you have
any doubts about the dependability of
the brake system.
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Know-how …In recent years, motorcycles’
technical design features have
become more and more sophis-
ticated.
Electronic engine management
system, electronic ignition, inte-
gral brakes, the catalytic con-
verter or the use of four valves
per cylinder are clear signs that
far more than basic technical
knowledge may be needed to
solve certain problems. In addi-
tion, high-tech materials are
increasingly taking the place of
conventional ones, which again
calls for thorough and expert
knowledge if they are to be han-
dled correctly during repair work.
To be sure of achieving the nec-
essary standard, it is always
advisable to consult your author-
ised BMW motorcycle dealer.The authorised BMW motorcy-
cle dealer employs staff who
attend regular and comprehen-
sive training courses.
Your authorised BMW motorcy-
cle dealer also receives all the
current technical information
and is therefore fully aware of
the latest developments.
… technical features …The authorised BMW motorcy-
cle dealer’s staff has the experi-
ence and all the necessary
facts at its disposal when it
comes to solving problems
quickly and effectively. Work-
shops are equipped with the
latest technical facilities, for
example the special tools
developed by BMW, such as
the
BMW diagnosis system and
exhaust emissions tester.
Reliability
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Reliability
Regular visits to the workshop
for routine servicing are
strongly recommended even
after the warranty period has
elapsed. They are the only way
to be genuinely certain that your
BMW motorcycle is being kept
in perfect working order.
For generous treatment of
claims submitted after the war-
ranty period has expired, evi-
dence of regular maintenance
by an authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer is essential.
Certain signs of wear may oth-
erwise not be noticed until it is
too late to put them right at
moderate cost.
The staff in the authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer’s workshop
know every detail of your
motorcycle and can take reme-
dial action if necessary before
minor faults develop into seri-
ous problems. By having the
necessary repairs done prop-
erly and in good time, you save
time and money in the long run.
…ServiceYou can obtain accurate advice
in all cases, and make appoint-
ments with a firm completion
deadline which we will comply
with punctually. But the most
gratifying feeling of all is that
your BMW is in genuinely good
shape when it leaves the
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer's workshop – and above
all, safe.
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Service worldwide
BMW Service CardA Service Card is available for
all new BMW motorcycles.
A wide range of emergency-
assistance services are in place
to help you in the unlikely event
of a problem occurring some-
where far from home.
If you have a breakdown any-
where in Europe, just call our
Central Emergency Service
number from any telephone.
Our experts are on duty there
day and night to arrange assist-
ance for you. They can provide
practical advice on what to do
next and can make arrange-
ments on your behalf, for exam-
ple notifying local emergency
services anywhere in Europe,
recovery and transportation of
the motorcycle to the nearest
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer, call a taxi for you, and
even a replacement vehicle and
hotel accommodation, if neces-
sary.
BMW Service worldwideAnd if your travels take you
even further afield, you have no
need to worry: we are repre-
sented in more than 100 coun-
tries of the world.
L Note:
Call us if you have any ques-
tions about the BMW dealer-
ship network. You can contact
us from any European country
on a telephone hotline. The
phone numbers are listed in the
“Service Kontakt / Service Con-
tact” booklet (see on-board
documentation). Or if you prefer
you can use the homepage
address to contact us on the
Internet.
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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 do not 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 that are
marked according to type can
more easily 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 Motorrad accessories
Always an idea aheadThis is our motto – and it is 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 experi-
ence involved here since all our
engineers are themselves keen
motorcycle riders who know
what is really needed. When-
ever development work starts
on a new motorcycle, equip-
ment items are also taken into
consideration and their practi-
cal value confirmed by exten-
sive 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. That means: look ahead,
plan how to avoid possibly dan-
gerous situations and study
other road users' behaviour
with a degree of healthy scepti-
cism.
– 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 it Allow for reaction time when
judging braking distances.
– At 50 km/h (30 mph), for
instance, every second lost
represents a further distance
of about 14 m (45.9 ft) before
the brakes are applied
– At 90 km/h (55 mph), this dis- tance grows to 25 m (82 ft)
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 programs are a wonder-
ful 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 hap-
pens.
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Concluding thoughts
Now it’s your turn Regular 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.
 Do not under any circum-
stances install unapproved
accessories. This can repre-
sent a safety hazard, invali-
date the motorcycle's general
operating 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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