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

Status indicators218
Multifunction display 1Fuel gauge
2Display area for warning
symbols
3Gear indicator
4Coolant temperature
display
5Tripmaster display (
b 33)
6Clock
Fuel capacity
The horizontal bars indi-
cate the level in the fuel
tank. If only four bars are dis-
played, the reserve fuel has
been reached.
Gear indicator
The gear indicator dis-
plays the engaged gear.
If no gear is engaged, the gear
indicator displays 0; the ’neu-
tral’ telltale light also lights up.
Coolant temperature
The horizontal bars indi-
cate the level of the
coolant temperature.
Warning and telltale
lightsThe warning and telltale lights
are shown in one of the follow-
ing three variants depending
on the country:
Telltale light, left turn
indicator
Telltale light, high-beam
headlight
Warning light, general
Telltale light, neutral

451Riding
Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned
fuel to enter the catalytic con-
verter, there is a danger of
overheating and damage.
For this reason, observe the
following points:
– Do not ride the motorcycle
with the fuel tank empty.
– Do not run the engine with
the spark-plug cap removed.
– In the event of engine misfir-
ing, stop the engine immedi-
ately.
– Only refuel using unleaded
fuel.
– Be sure to adhere to the
prescribed maintenance
intervals.
Unburned fuel destroys
the catalytic converter.
Note the points listed for
protection of the catalytic
converter.c
Risk of fireHigh temperatures occur at
the exhaust pipe.
If highly flammable mate-
rials (e.g. hay, leaves,
grass, clothing and luggage,
etc.) make contact with the hot
exhaust pipe, they can start to
burn.
Ensure that no highly flamma-
ble materials can come into
contact with the hot exhaust
system.c
–If the engine runs for a
longer period when the
motorcycle is stationary, the
cooling is inadequate and
overheating can occur. In
extreme cases, the motorcy-
cle could catch fire.
Do not let the engine run for
unnecessary periods when the motorcycle is stationary.
After starting, move off
immediately.c
Manipulation of the engine
electronics control unit
Manipulation of the engine
electronics control unit can
cause damage to the motorcy-
cle and therefore lead to acci-
dents. Do not manipulate the en-
gine electronics control unit.c
Any manipulation of the
engine electronics
control unit can lead to
mechanical loads for which
the components of the motor-
cycle are not configured. Dam-
age caused in this way invali-
dates the warranty.
Do not manipulate the engine
electronics control unit.c

Riding452
Safety checkPrior to every journeyUse the following checklist to
check important functions,
settings and wear limits before
starting to ride. Checklist–Brakes (
b 93)
– Brake fluid level (
b 91)
– Clutch function (b 93)
– Clutch fluid level (b 93)
– Warning and telltale lights
(
b 18)
– Shock absorber setting
(b 44, 46) and spring
preload (
b 47)
–Rims (
b 94), tread depth
(
b 94) and tyre pressure
(b 47)
– Load, gross weight (
b 137)
– Secure luggage systemAt regular intervals:
– Engine oil level (every time
you refuel) (
b 86)
– Brake pads (every second/
third time you refuel)
(
b 90, 91)
Making your first tripSafe handling of your
motorcycleEach motorcycle has its 'own
life' that you have to get used
to:
– Acceleration capability
– Road holding
– Cornering characteristics
–Braking power
The engine also has to be
run in during the first 1,000 km
(b 58).You will find information on
BMW Integral ABS from
(
b 69) onwards.
BMW Integral ABS incor-
porates braking power
assistance, so that braking
power is significantly higher
than with conventional brake
systems. Especially when
cornering, unintentionally hard
braking can lead to dangerous
situations.
Practice braking with
BMW Integral ABS in safe
situations.c

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.

Riding468
• 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

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Index
FFront-wheel stand, 103
Fuel
Filler aperture, 11
Fuel gauge, 18
Quality, 68, 134
Refuelling, 67
Reserve display, 22
Fuel tank capacity, 68
Fuses, 135GGear indicator, 18
Gearbox
Gear shifts, 59
Position on starting, 53
Technical data, 128
General view
Left side, 9
Right side, 11
Grip heating, 13, 35
HHandlebar controls
Left, 12
Right, 13
Hazard warning
flashers, 12, 32, 33
Headlight
Adjustment for right-hand/left-
hand traffic, 38
Overview, 15
Headlight flasher, 12, 37
Headlights
Adjusting the vertical aim, 9
Helmet holder, 9, 41
High-beam headlight
Bulb, 15
Replacing the bulb, 107
Switching on, 12, 37
Telltale light, 18
Horn, 12
IIgnition
Switching off, 30
Switching on, 30, 53
Inflation pressures, 126
Installing the battery, 115
Instrument cluster, 14JJump starting, 111KKeys
Ignition keys, 30
Replacement keys, 32
Kill switch, 13, 34LLaying up, 120
Low-beam headlight
Bulb, 15
Replacing the bulb, 106
Switching on, 37

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The most important data for a filling station stop can be found in the following chart:


Fuel
Designation Premium grade unleaded fuel
ROZ/RON 98
MOZ/MON 88
Fuel tank capacity 19 l
Tyre pressuresFront Rear
One-up 2.50 bar 2.90 bar
Solo operation with luggage 2.50 bar 2.90 bar
Operation with pillion passenger
(and luggage) 2.50 bar 2.90 bar
BMW recommends Castrol
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