Notes
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 spe-
cialist workshop, preferably your
authorised BMW Motorrad deal-
er.
Toolkit
1 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 24
Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 15
2 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 14/19
3 Spark plug wrench
4 Reversible-blade screw-
driver with star-head and
plain tips
Small screwdriver with
star-head tip
5 Torx bit, T25
Torx wrench, T45
6 Spare fuses with puller tool
Minifuses, 4 A, 7.5 A, 10 A
and 15 A
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.
Wipe the area around the oil
filler neck clean.
Make sure the engine is at op-
erating temperature and hold
the motorcycle upright.
with centre stand
OE
Check that the engine is at op-
erating temperature, make sure
the ground is level and firm
and place the motorcycle on its
centre stand.
Allow the engine to idle until
the fan starts up, then allow the
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