Technical data

Clutch
Check clutch function
Pull back the clutch lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
If no clear pressure point can be
felt:
Have the clutch checked by an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Checking clutch fluid level
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
its center stand.
Move handlebars into straight-
ahead position.
Read off clutch fluid level at
reservoir 1.
The fluid level in the clutch
fluid reservoir rises due to
clutch wear.
Clutch fluid level (visual
check)
Clutch fluid level must not
drop.
If clutch fluid level drops:
Unsuitable hydraulic fluids
could cause damage to the
clutch system.
No fluids may be poured in.
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by an autho-
rized workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Wheel rims and tires
Check wheel rims
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Subject wheel rims to visual
inspection for defects.
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced
by a specialist service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking tire tread depth
The handling of your mo-
torcycle can already change
for the worse before the legally
prescribed minimum tread depth
is reached.
Have tires replaced even be-
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