BMW K 1200 S User Manual

Adjusting spring preload
Start engine.
Press button 1.
Current setting is displayed.
Press and hold button 1
once.
The spring preload can-
not be adjusted while the
motorcycle is being ridden.
Starting from the current
state, the display is in the
following order:
One-up
One-up with luggage
Two-up (with luggage)
If button 1 is not pressed
for a longer time, spring
preload is set as indicated.
During setting procedure,
display flashes.
Tires
Checking tire pressures
Incorrect tire pressure
worsens handling of the
motorcycle and can lead to
accidents.
Ensure proper tire pressure.
At high road speeds, tire
valves have a tendency
to open as a result of centrifu-
gal force.
To avoid a sudden loss of tire
pressure, use a metal valve
cap with rubber sealing ring
on the rear wheel and tighten
it securely.
Incorrect tire pressure
reduces the life of the
tires.
Ensure proper tire pressure.
Check correct tire pressure
using following data.
Front-wheel tire pressure
36.3 psi (In cold state)
Rear-wheel tire pressure
42.1 psi (In cold state)
In case of insufficient tire
pressure:
Correct air pressure.
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BMW K 1200 S Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Dry Weight	227 kg (500 lbs)
Final Drive	Shaft
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke in-line four-cylinder
Power	167 hp (123 kW) @ 10, 250 rpm
Torque	130 Nm (96 lb-ft) @ 8, 250 rpm
Fuel Capacity	5.0 gallons (19 liters)
Seat Height	820 mm (32.3 inches)
Frame	Aluminum bridge frame
Front Suspension	BMW Duolever
Rear Suspension	BMW Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 265 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Wheelbase	1, 571 mm (61.9 inches)