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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle, which
is available from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Some of the work calls for spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of motorcycle technology.
If you are in doubt consult a
specialist workshop, preferably
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Toolkit
Standard toolkit
1 Torx wrenches T15, T25,
T30
Removing body panels
2 Reversible-blade screw-
driver with star-head and
plain tips
Replacing turn indic-
ator bulbs, front and rear
( 115).
3 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 14
Adjust the mirror arm
( 54).
4 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 8/10
Removing battery
( 126).
5 Tool for oil cap
Top up the engine oil
( 98).
Tools for adjusting
suspension settings
without Electronic Suspension
Adjustment (ESA)
OE
1 Extension for hook wrench
8
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