power steering BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 S 2006 Rider's Manual (in English)

Ignition switch and
steering lockKeysYou receive one master key
and one spare key. Please
consult the information on
the electronic immobiliser
(EWS) if a key is lost or mis-
laid ( 39).Ignition switch and steer-
ing lock, tank filler cap
lock and seat lock are all op-
erated with the same key. If
you wish you can arrange to
have the cases available as
optional accessories fitted
with locks that can be opened
with this key as well.
Switch on the ignitionTurn the key to position 1.
Side lights and all function
circuits switched on.
Engine can be started.
Pre-ride check is
performed. ( 67)
ABS self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 67)
Switch off the ignitionTurn the key to position 2.
Lights switched off.
Handlebars not locked.
Key can be removed.
Electrically powered ac-
cessories remain opera-
tional for a limited period
of time.
The battery can be
recharged via the on-board
socket.
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switched off. In order to en-
sure that the drain on the on-
board power supply system is
minimised, the supply to the
power socket is cut off ap-
proximately 15 minutes after
the ignition is switched off,
and it is also temporarily in-
terrupted during the start pro-
cedure.Cable routingThe cables from the power
socket to the auxiliary device
must be routed in such a way
that they:Do not impede the rider
Do not restrict or obstruct
the steering angle and
handling characteristics
Cannot be trapped
Incorrectly routed cables
can impede the rider.
Route the cables as
described above.
LuggageCorrect loading
Overloading and imbal-
anced loads can ad-
versely affect the motorcycle's
handling.
Do not exceed the permiss-
ible gross weight and be sure
to comply with the instruc-
tions on loading.
The maximum speed recom-
mended for riding with loaded
cases is 180 km/h.
Set spring preload, damping
characteristic and tyre pres-
sures to suit total weight.
Ensure that the case
volumes on the left and right
are equal.
Make sure that the weight
is uniformly distributed
between right and left. Pack heavy items at the
bottom and toward the in-
board side.
Max. load in each case (left
and right): 8 kg.
Max. load in tank rucksack
5 kg.
Case
OA
Release leversEach case has two levers,
one on each side of the lock.
The grey lever marked OPEN
is for opening and closing the
case.
The black lever marked RE-
LEASE is for removing and
attaching the case.
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M
MaintenanceGeneral instructions, 88
Intervals, 147
Multifunction display, 17, 20
O
Odometer and tripmeters, 20 Operation, 41
Pushbutton, 15
Resetting tripmeter, 42
Selecting readings, 41
On-board computer Ambient temperature, 45
Average consumption, 46
Average speed, 45
Oil level, 47
Pushbutton, 15
Range, 47
Reset average consump-
tion, 46
Resetting average
speed, 46
Selecting readings, 44 P
Power socket, 11, 13
Pre-ride check, 67
R
Rear-wheel stand
Installing, 107
Refuelling, 71
Reserve Warning, 24
Residual range, 42
Restoring to use, 129
Rev. counter, 17
Rims Test, 97
Running gear
Technical data, 139
S
Seat Installation, 54
Lock, 11, 13
Removal, 53
Service, 146
Service Card, 147 Side stand
Starting the engine, 66
Spark plugs, 142
Speedometer, 17
Spring preload, rear Adjusting, 11, 13, 57
Starter, 16
Steering lock, 39
Suspension damping, rear Adjusting, 11, 13, 58
T
Technical data Battery, 141
Brakes, 140
Bulbs, 142
Clutch, 137
Electrics, 141
Engine, 134
Engine oil, 136
Final drive, 139
Frame, 143
Fuel, 135
Running gear, 139
Spark plugs, 142
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