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

335Operation
» The engine cannot be
started in this position.
If the kill switch is moved
to positionB when the
ignition is on, the BMW Inte-
gral ABS is still functioning
(b 50, 69).cGrip heating
OE
1Grip heating switch 2Heating function off
350% heat output
(one dot visible)
4100% heat output
(three dots visible)
Grip heating can only be
activated when the engine is
running.
The increased power
consumption caused by
the grip heating can lead to the
battery discharging on jour-
neys in the lower engine speed
range. If the battery is inade-quately charged, the grip heat-
ing is switched off to ensure
starting capability.c
Clock
Adjusting the clock while
the motorcycle is being
ridden can lead to accidents.
Adjust the clock only when the
motorcycle is stationary.c
• Switch on the ignition.
• Press button1 for longer
than 2 seconds.

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• Start the engine of the
vehicle with the discharged
battery in the usual way; if
the engine does not start,
wait a few minutes before
repeating the attempt in
order to protect the starter
and the donor battery.
• Allow both engines to idle for
a few minutes before discon-
necting the jump leads.
• Disconnect the jump lead
from the negative terminals
first, then disconnect the
second lead from the
positive terminals.
• Screw down the cover of the
battery compartment.Touching live parts of the
ignition system with the
engine running can lead to
electric shocks.
Do not touch any parts of the
ignition system when the
engine is running.c
BatteryMaintenance informationYour motorcycle is supplied
with a maintenance-free
battery.
Correct upkeep, recharging
and storage will prolong the
life of the battery and are
essential if warranty claims are
to be considered.
Compliance with the points
below is important in order to
maximise battery life:– Keep the surface of the
battery clean and dry.
– Do not open the battery.
– Do not top up with water.
– Be sure to read and comply
with the instructions for
charging the battery on the
following pages.
– Do not turn the battery
upside down.
If the battery is not dis-
connected, the on-board
electronics (clock, etc.) will
drain the battery. This can
cause the battery to run flat.
If this happens, warranty
claims will not be accepted.
During immobilisation periods
of more than four weeks,
disconnect the battery from
the motorcycle or connect a
trickle charger to the battery.c

6113
Maintenance
BMW Motorrad has de-
veloped a trickle-charger
specially designed for com-
patibility with the electronics of
your motorcycle. Using this
charger, you can keep the bat-
tery charged during long im-
mobilisation periods without
having to disconnect the
battery from the motorcycle’s
on-board systems. You can
obtain additional information
from your authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.c
Charging the battery
when connected If you switch on the ignition
and the multifunction display
and telltale lights fail to light
up, the battery is completely
flat. • Charge the disconnected
battery via the power socket.
• Comply with the operating
instructions of the charger.
Charging a completely
discharged battery via
the on-board socket can result
in damage to the motorcycle
electronics.
A battery which is completely
discharged must always be
charged directly at the termi-
nals of the disconnected
battery.c
Charging the connected
battery directly at the bat-
tery terminals can damage the
vehicle electronics.
To charge the battery via the
battery terminals, disconnect
the battery first.cThe motorcycle's on-
board electronics know
when the battery is fully
charged. In this case, the
power socket is switched off.c
The BMW chargers with
item numbers
71 60 7 676 472 and
72 60 7 679 040 are not suita-
ble for charging this motorcy-
cle via the power socket.
In unfavourable cases, the
devices can be destroyed.
We recommend that you
obtain information on suitable
chargers from your authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.c

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If you are unable to
charge the battery via the
power socket, you may be
using a charger that is not
compatible with your motorcy-
cle’s electronics. In this case,
please charge the battery
directly at the terminals of the
disconnected battery.c
Charging the discon-
nected battery
In the case of longer
immobilisation periods,
the battery must be recharged
regularly.
In this connection, comply
with the instructions for the
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before restoring it
to use.c• Charge the battery using a
suitable charger.
• Comply with the operating
instructions of the charger.
• Once the battery is fully
charged, disconnect the
charger terminal clips from
the battery terminals.
Removing the battery
You will find an overview
of the types of screw
used on (
b 125).c
During the work
described below, a
motorcycle that has been
parked unsafely can fall over.
Make sure that the motorcycle
is parked securely.c
• If necessary, switch off the
ignition.• Remove screws 1.
The battery compartment
lid is locked at
positions 2.c
• Release the battery com-
partment lid from catches 2
one by one.
• Take out the battery com-
partment lid in a forward and
upward direction.

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Index
AAbbreviations, 4
ABS
Braking power assistance, 70
partial integral braking, 70
Rising rear wheel, 71
Self-diagnosis, 54
Warning indicator, 25
Warning light, 19
Accessories
BMW optional extras, 4
Cable routing, 75
General instructions, 74
Non-BMW products, 6
Operation from the power
socket, 75
Accessory
BMW optional accessories, 4
Adjusting mirrors, 43
Adjusting the rear shock
absorber, 44
Adjusting the rear spring
preload, 43
Adjusting the vertical aim, 38
BBattery
Battery compartment, 11
Charging when
connected, 113
Charging when
disconnected, 114
Maintenance instructions, 112
Removing, 114
Technical data, 135
Warning indicator for charge
current, 24
BMW Service
Annual inspection, 141
Confirmation of maintenance
work, 143
Confirmation of service, 147
Information, 6
Inspection, 141
Maintenance schedules, 141
Maintenance service, 141
Running-in check, 141
Service Card, 140
Worldwide, 140Bolt connections, 124
Brake
Adjusting the handbrake
lever, 36
Front fluid tank, 11
Rear fluid reservoir, 11
Safety instructions, 68
Brake light
Replacing the bulb, 108
Brake pads, 58
Brakes
Brake pads, 90
Checking the brake pad
thickness at the front, 90
Checking the brake pad
thickness at the rear, 91
Checking the fluid level, 91
Checking the function, 89
Bulbs
Information, 105
Technical data, 136
Warning indicator defective
lamp, 24