BMW R 1200R 2015 User Manual

ure of safety-related functions.
Damage caused in this way is
not covered by the warranty.
Do not make any modifications.
Checklist
Use the following checklist to
check important functions, set-
tings and wear limits before you
ride off:
Before every journey
Brakes
Front and rear brake fluid levels
Coolant level
Clutch function
Damping setting and spring
preload
Tread depth and tire inflation
pressure
Firm seating of cases and lug-
gage
At regular intervals
Engine oil level (every time you
refuel)
Brake pad wear (during every
third stop for refueling)
Starting
Start engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
( 87)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. ( 87)
ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 88)
Engage neutral, or pull back
clutch lever if a gear is en-
gaged.
You cannot start the mo-
torcycle with the side stand
extended and a gear engaged.
The engine will switch itself off if
it is started with the transmission
in neutral and then a gear is en-
gaged before retracting the side
stand.
In the case of cold start or un-
der cold temperatures: Pull
back clutch lever.
Press starter button 1.
The starting attempt is
automatically interrupted
if battery voltage is too low.
Recharge the battery before
you attempt to start the engine
again, or use jumper cables and
a donor battery to start.
More detailed information can
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BMW R 1200R 2015 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Max Power	92 kW (125 hp) at 7, 750 rpm
Max Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic intake pipe injection
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad ABS
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Length	2, 145 mm
Wheelbase	1, 495 mm
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft
Frame	Two-section frame
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston radial calipers
Seat Height	790 mm
Weight	231 kg
Top Speed	200 km/h