Operation Manual

General instructions
The Maintenance chapter de-
scribes straightforward proced-
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts.
Special tightening torques are lis-
ted as applicable. The tightening
torques for the threaded fasten-
ers on your motorcycle are listed
in the section entitled "Technical
data".
You will find information on more
extensive maintenance and repair
work in the Repair Manual on
DVD for your motorcycle, which
is available from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Some of the work calls for spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of motorcycle technology.
If you are in doubt consult a
specialist workshop, preferably
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Standard toolkit
1 Screwdriver handle
2 Reversible screwdriver
blade
With star-head and Torx
T25
Adjust the damping for
rear wheel ( 65).
3 Torx wrench, T25/T30
T25 on short end, T30 on
long end
Replacing high-beam
headlight bulb ( 127).
Adjust the shift lever
( 63).
Removing number-plate
carrier.
Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
The engine can seize if the
oil level is low, and this can
lead to accidents.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
The oil level varies with
the temperature of the
oil. The higher the temperature,
the higher the level of oil in the
sump. Checking the oil level with
the engine cold or after no more
than a short ride will lead to mis-
interpretation; this in turn, means
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