BMW K1200 R User Manual

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Riding
Removing motorcycle
from side stand
Brake servo assistance is
not available when the ig-
nition is off; the motorcycle
can start to roll.
Particularly when the motorcy-
cle is parked on a gradient,
switch on the ignition and wait
for the ABS to complete its
self-diagnosis (
b 59).c
• Unlock the ignition lock,
switch on the ignition.
• Wait for ABS self-diagnosis
to complete.
• From the left, grip the han-
dlebars with both hands.
• Pull the handbrake lever.
• Swing your right leg over the
seat and lift the motorcycle
to the upright position.
• Hold the motorcycle upright
and balanced.
• Sit on the motorcycle and
use your left foot to retract
the side stand.
An extended side stand
can catch on the ground
when the motorcycle is mov-
ing and lead to a fall.
Retract the side stand before
moving the motorcycle.c

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