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 Manual 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 Spare fuses with puller tool
Miniature fuses, 4 A and
7.5 A
2 Ring spanner
Width across flats 34
Adjust the chain tension
( 142).
3 Socket wrench
Width across flats 17
Adjusting spring preload
for front wheel ( 52).
Adjusting spring preload
for rear wheel ( 53).
Use plastic tops when
adjusting the front and
rear spring preloads re-
spectively.
Extension for hook
wrench
4 Torx bit, T25
Removing and installing
body panels
5 Plastic adapter for socket
wrench
Adjusting spring preload
for front wheel ( 52).
6 Plastic adapter for socket
wrench
Adjusting spring preload
for rear wheel ( 53).
7 Extension for screwdriver
blade
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