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 vehicle are listed in
the section entitled "Technical
data".
You will find information on more
extensive maintenance and repair
work in the Repair Instruction on
DVD for your vehicle, which is
available from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Some of the work calls for spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of the technology involved.
If you are in doubt, consult a
specialist workshop, preferably
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Toolkit
1 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 12/13
Adjust the chain tension
( 89).
2 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 10/16
Adjusting mirror arm
( 46).
Removing battery
( 98).
3 Hook wrench
Adjusting spring preload
for rear wheel ( 47).
4 Allen key
5 mm
4 Adjusting headlight beam
throw ( 47).
5 Ring spanner
Width across flats 27
Removing rear wheel
( 85).
Adjust the chain tension
( 89).
6 Extension for hook wrench
and ring spanner
7 Reversible screwdriver
blade
with cross head
Replacing bulbs for front
and rear turn indicators
( 93).
8 Screwdriver handle
9 Gripping clamp
Gripping clamp is affixed to
the battery holder.
Replace fuses ( 99).
10 Fuses
10 A, 15 A and 30 A
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