Operating Instructions

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Always before riding off
Check operation of the brake
system ( 194).
Check operation of the light-
ing and signal system.
Check the clutch function
( 199).
Check tire tread depth
( 202).
Check tire pressure ( 201).
Check secure hold of cases
and luggage.
without Dynamic ESA
OE
Adjust the spring preload at
the rear wheel ( 143).
Adjust damping at the rear
wheel ( 144).
At every third refueling stop
Check engine oil level
( 193).
Check the front brake pad
thickness ( 195).
Check the rear brake pad
thickness ( 196).
Check the front brake fluid
level ( 197).
Check the rear brake fluid
level ( 198).
Check coolant level ( 199).
STARTING
Starting the engine
Switching on the ignition
( 58).
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
( 152)
ABS self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 152)
DTC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 153)
Engage neutral, or pull back
the clutch lever if a gear is
engaged.
You cannot start the mo-
torcycle with the side
stand extended and a gear en-
gaged. The engine will switch
itself off if it is started with
the transmission in neutral and
then a gear is engaged before
retracting the side stand.
In the case of cold start or
under cold temperatures: Pull
back clutch lever.
Press starter button 1.