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

459Riding
TyresNew tyres have a smooth
surface. This means that they
have to be roughened by
being run in with a moderate
riding style, leaning over in
alternating positions. It is only
after tyres have been run in
that the contact faces achieve
their full gripping capability.
New tyres do not yet
have full grip; risk of acci-
dent when leaning over too far.
Avoid leaning over too far.c
Shifting gearEngine speedDo not use the high end of the
engine speed range in any
gear unless the engine is at
operating temperature. When
the rev. counter is in the red
zone on the dial, the throttle-
valve angle is restricted in
order to protect the engine.
The governor cuts in at
10,800 rpm. Gear shifts
Shifting gear with the
clutch engaged can
destroy the gearbox.
Only shift gear with the clutch
disengaged.c
The gear indicator in the
multifunction display
shows the gear selected.c

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Placing the motorcycle
on its side stand
The motorcycle cannot
stand securely on uneven
ground.
Ensure that the stand is set
down on an even and firm
surface.c
When sitting on the
motorcycle:
• Switch off the engine.
• Apply the handbrake.
• Place the motorcycle verti-
cally and balance it out.
• Use your left foot to fold the
side stand towards the side
up to its limit position (arrow).
• Slowly lean the motorcycle
on the stand, relieving the
load, and dismount to the
left.• Turn the handlebars to the
full left or right lock position.
• Check that the motorcycle is
standing firmly.
If the motorcycle is on the
side stand, the surface of
the ground determines wheth-
er it is better to turn the han-
dlebars to the left or right.
However, the motorcycle is
more stable on a level surface
with the handlebars turned to
the left than with the handle-
bars turned to the right.
On level ground, always turn
the handlebars to the left to set
the steering lock.cThe side stand is only
configured for the weight
of the motorcycle.
Do not sit on the motorcycle
with the side stand
extended.c
On uphill gradients,
position the motorcycle
in the "uphill" direction and
engage 1st gear.c

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Taking the motorcycle
off the side stand
With the ignition switched
off, there is no braking
power assistance; the motor-
cycle can begin to roll.
Especially on inclines, switch
on the ignition and wait for the
ABS self-diagnosis (
b 54).c
• Unlock the ignition lock,
switch on the ignition.
•Wait for the ABS self-
diagnosis.
• From the left, grip the
handlebars with both hands.
• Apply the handbrake.
• Swing your right leg over the
seat, straightening the
motorcycle as you do so.
• Place the motorcycle verti-
cally and balance it out.• Sit down and fold back the
side stand with your left foot.
An extended side stand
can catch on the ground
when the motorcycle is mov-
ing and lead to a fall.
Fold in the side stand before
moving the motorcycle.c

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Placing the motorcycle
on the centre stand
OA
The motorcycle cannot
stand securely on poor
ground.
Ensure that the stand is set
down on a firm and even
surface.c
• Switch off the engine.
• Dismount, keeping your left
hand on the handlebar grip.
• With your right hand, take
hold of the pillion passenger
grab handle or rear frame.
• Place your right foot on the
actuating pin of the centre
stand and press the centre
stand downwards until the
rolling feet make contact
with the ground.• Place your full body weight
on the centre stand and at
the same time pull the
motorcycle backwards
(arrow).
• Check that the motorcycle is
standing firmly.
The centre stand can fold
in if there is excessive
motion and lead to the vehicle
falling over.
Do not sit on the motorcycle
with the centre stand
extended.c

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467Riding
Pushing the motorcycle
off the centre stand
OA
With the ignition switched
off, there is no braking
power assistance; the motor-
cycle can begin to roll.
Especially on inclines, switch
on the ignition and wait for the
ABS self-diagnosis (
b 54).c
• Unlock the ignition lock,
switch on the ignition.
•Wait for the ABS self-
diagnosis.
• Place your left hand on the
left handlebar grip.
• With your right hand, take
hold of the pillion passenger
grab handle.
• Push the motorcycle for-
wards off the centre stand.• Check whether the centre
stand has folded in fully.
Fuel Refuelling
Fuel is a fire hazard and
explosive!
Do not smoke and make sure
that there are no naked flames
during all activities at the fuel
tank.c
Fuel expands under the
influence of high temper-
atures and exposure to sun-
light.
Fill up only to the lower edge of
the filler neck.c
Fuel can damage plastic
parts.
Avoid fuel coming into contact
with body panels.c• Place the motorcycle on the
centre stand
OA or side
stand, ensuring that the
ground is firm and level.
• Open the protective cap.
• Open the fuel tank cap with
the ignition key by turning it
anticlockwise.

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• Fill up the tank with fuel of
the approved quality.
• Close the fuel tank cap with
firm pressure.
• Remove the key and close
the protective cap.Fuel quality
Leaded fuel destroys the
catalytic converter.
Use only unleaded fuel.c
The engine is designed to run
on:– Premium grade unleaded
fuel (98 ROZ/RON, 88 MOZ/
MON)
Fill up preferably with this fuel
to comply with the nominal
values for performance and
fuel consumption.
In addition, the following fuel
quality can be used:
– Premium grade unleaded
fuel (95 ROZ/RON, 85 MOZ/
MON)
Capacity– Usable fuel capacity:
19 litres
– Of which reserve fuel:
approx. 4 litres
The volume of fuel dis-
play in the multifunction
display only works when the
ignition is switched on.c
Brake system GeneralDescending mountain
passes
If the rear brake is used
exclusively for braking
when descending steep in-
clines, there is a risk of losing
braking efficiency. Under ex-
treme conditions, the brakes
could overheat and suffer se-
vere damage.
Use the front and rear brakes
and the engine brake.c