BMW MOTORRAD R 1100 S 2002 Rider's Manual (in English)

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Important notes
BMW Integral ABSOE
Motorcycle equipped with
BMW Integral ABS (
b 68)
d Warning:
When the ignition is switched
off or if the BMW Integral ABS
fails, only a RESIDUAL BRAK-
ING FUNCTION remains
available for slowing the
motorcycle (
b 71).
Under these circumstances
you must apply CONSIDERA-
BLY higher pressure to the
brake levers in order to apply
the brakes, and lever travel is
longer!
Risk of poisoningExhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colourless
and odourless but highly toxic.
d Warning:
Inhaling the exhaust fumes
therefore represents a health
hazard and can even cause
loss of consciousness with
fatal consequences.
Do not run the engine in an
enclosed space.
Risk of fatal accidentYour motorcycle is equipped
with Digital Motor Electronics
(Motronic) and high-power
ignition system.
d Warning:
When the engine is running or
the ignition switched on, nev-
er touch electrically live parts
of the ignition system or the
digital engine electronics.
OEOptional extra
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Important notes
Risk of fireHigh temperatures occur at the
exhaust system, particularly if a
catalytic converter is installed.
d Warning:
Make sure that whether riding
or standing still or when the
motorcycle is parked, no eas-
ily flammable material
(for example hay, grass,
leaves, clothing or luggage
etc.) can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system.
Do not allow the engine to
idle unnecessarily or for pro-
longed periods
– Risk of overheating or fire.
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
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Important notes
Catalytic converter
e Attention:
To avoid damage to the catalytic con-
verter:
• Do not run the fuel tank dry
• Push-start only wh en the engine is
cold
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug lead detached
• Do not exceed the engine-speed lim- its marked on the rev. counter
• Comply with all specified mainte-
nance intervals
• Stop the engine at once if it misfires
• In the event of misfiring or a severe drop in engine power, consult a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW motorcycle dealer.
e Attention:
If misfiring or malfunction of the fuel-
air mixture preparation system cause
unburned fuel to reach the catalytic
converter, there is a risk of it overheat-
ing and being damaged.
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Placing motorcycle on
side (prop) stand
d Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
side stand extended.
e Attention:
Stop the engine before using the side
stand.
Make sure the surface under the stand
is firm. On a gradient, the motorcycle
should always face uphill; select
1stgear. • Switch off the ignition
• Hold the left handlebar grip with
your left hand
• Place your right hand on the dualseat
• Use your right foot against the
extension pin to swing the side stand
fully forwards
• Lean the motorcycle carefully on to the stand
• Turn the handlebars to left lock
• Check that the motorcycle
is firmly supported
Side stand
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Removing motorcycle
from side stand
d Warning:
When the ignition of a motor-
cycle fitted with BMW Integral
ABS
OE is switched off, only a
“RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC-
TION” is available (
b 71 ) .
The side stand must be fully
retracted before you ride off.
– Riding with the side stand
extended is a safety risk. • Ignition key in the “
R” or “ ON”
position (
b 9)
– Handelbar lock disengaged
• Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand
• Keep your right hand on the right handlebar grip and the brake lever
• Raise the motorcycle gradually
• Use your left foot to push back the side stand
OEOptional extra
Side stand
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Placing motorcycle on
centre stand
d Warning:
For safety reasons, never sit
on the motorcycle with the
centre stand extended.
e Attention:
Switch off the engine before using the
centre stand.
Make sure the surface under the stand
is firm.
OEOptional extra
• Switch off the ignition
• Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand
• Hold the handle or the case holder
OE
with your right hand
• Place the right f oot on the extension
pin and press it down until the curved
shoes of the stand touch the ground
• Place your right foot on the tread surface of the stand
• Apply all your body weight to the stand
• Pull the motorcycle to the rear and upwards (arrow) until it rests on the
centre stand
• Check that the motorcycle
is firmly supported
Main (centre) standOE
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Starting – Riding – ParkingTaking the motorcycle off
the centre stand
d Warning:
If the motorcycle is fitted with
BMW Integral ABS
OE, only
RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- TION is available when the ig-
nition is switched off
(b 71).
e Attention:
Make sure the centre stand is fully re-
tracted before you ride off. • Ignition key in the “
R” or “ ON”
position (
b 9)
– Handelbar lock disengaged
• Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand
• Hold the handle or the case holder
OE
with your right hand
• Push the motorcycle forwards off the stand
• Check that the stand has fully retracted
OEOptional extra
Main (centre) standOE
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e Attention:
Exceeding the specified engine speeds
while running in will lead to increased
engine wear.
L Note:
While running in the motor-cycle, vary
the throttle opening and engine-speed
range frequently. Try to do most of
your riding during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads rather than
high-speed main roads and highways.
Running-in engine speedsFrom 0 to 1,000 km (600 miles)
• Engine speed max. 4,000 rpm and no
full-load acceleration
• Do not omit the first inspection after
1,000 km (600 miles).
Make an appointment with your
authorised BMW motorcycle dealer
in good time, so that the work can be
performed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
(600 to 1,200 miles)
• Engine speeds can be gradually increased after 1,000 km
• Avoid lengthy periods at full load until 2,000 km (1,200 miles) have
been covered
Running in
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Running in
Running in new tyres
d Warning:
New tyres have a smooth
surface. This must be rough-
ened by riding in a restrained
manner at various heel angles
until the tyres are run in.
This running-in procedure is
essential if the tyres are to
achieve maximum grip.
Bedding down new brake
pads
d Warning:
New brake pads must “bed
down” and therefore do not
achieve their optimum friction
levels during the first 500 km
(300 miles).
This slight initial reduction in
braking efficiency can be
compensated for by exerting
greater pressure on the lever.
Try to avoid all unnecessary
hard braking during this initial
period.
e Attention:
Comply with the notes on BMW Inte-
gral ABSOE (b 68-75).
OEOptional extra
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B
B
1
Switching on the ignition
– Make sure the kill switch1 is in the
run position A
• The ignition switch must be ON (
b
9)
In an emergency only:• Move switch 1 to the B
position.
– The Motronic, fuel pump and starter motor electrical circuits are out of
action
L Note:
If you move the kill switch to the B po-
sition while the ign ition is on (switch
in ON position), the BMW Integral
ABS
OE remains operational (b 69).
OEOptional extra
Before you start
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