BMW R 1200RT 2015 User Manual

Remove the cover 2 on the oil
filler with the oil cover tool 1.
Hold the oil cover tool 1
against the oil filler cover 2 and
then turn it counterclockwise.
Check engine oil level ( 119).
ATTENTION
Too little or too much engine
oil.
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Add engine oil up to specified
level.
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l) (Dif-
ference between MIN and
MAX)
Check engine oil level ( 119).
Install the oil filler cover 2.
Brake system
Checking brake operation
Actuate the handbrake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
If no clear pressure points are
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Improper working on the
brake system.
Endangering of the operating
safety of the brake system.
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem carried out by experts.
Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Checking front brake pad
thickness
Park the motorcycle, ensuring
that the support surface is firm
and level.
Visually inspect left and right
brake pads to determine their
thickness. Viewing direction:
between wheel and front
suspension toward brake
pads 1.
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BMW R 1200RT 2015 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Curb Weight	274 kg
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Cooling System	Air/liquid-cooled
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
ABS	Standard
Power	125 hp at 7, 750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Capacity	25 liters
Seat Height	805/825 mm (adjustable)
Front Suspension	Telelever fork
Rear Suspension	Paralever swingarm
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled, four-stroke, flat twin