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

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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Technical data
Engine Engine
Type 4-cylinder in-line engine, fitted crossways,
inclined 55
o
Displacement 1,157 cm
3
Bore/stroke 79/59 mm
Compression ratio 13 : 1
Power output
Greatest rated power
- at engine speed123 / 74 kW
10,250 / 7,000 rpm
Torque
Max. torque
- at engine speed 130 / 110 Nm
8,250 / 5,250 rpm
Engine speeds
Engine speed, maximum
Neutral speed11,000 rpm
1,150 +
50 rpm
Consumption
Fuel consumption at constant 90 km/h 4.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l/100 km
Maximum oil consumption 1 l/1,000 km

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Details described or illustrated
in this booklet may differ from
the motorcycle’s actual speci-
fication as purchased, the
accessories fitted or the
national-market specification.
No claims will be entertained
as a result of such discrepan-
cies.
Dimensions, weights, fuel
consumption and perform-
ance data are quoted to the
customary tolerances.The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions
excepted.
© 2004 BMW Motorrad
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Motorrad, After Sales.
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