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Troubleshooting chart

Fault: Engine does not start or only starts with difficulty.

Possible cause Remedy see page

Kill switch activated Kill switch in operating position (b 57)

Side stand extended, gear

engaged

Fully retract the side stand (

b 69)

Gear engaged, clutch not

disengaged

Select neutral or pull clutch lever (

b 60)

Clutch pulled when ignition was

OFF

Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch

lever

(

b 57)

No fuel in tank Refuel (

b 73)

Battery not adequately charged Recharge the battery (

b 116)

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BMW K1200 R Specifications

General

Displacement	1157 cc
Transmission	6-speed manual
Frame	Aluminum bridge-type frame
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Duolever
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinder
Power	163 hp (120 kW) at 10, 250 rpm
Fuel Capacity	19 liters
Seat Height	820 mm
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single disc, 265 mm
Dry Weight	211 kg