BMW R 850 RT User Manual

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General information and controls
1

To prevent air from entering
the clutch system:
• Do not turn the fitting on the
handlebar.
1 Cold start lever
(increased engine speed)
(
b 54-55)
2 High/low (dipped) headlight
switch
F High (main) beam
G Low (dipped) beam
F Headlight flasher
OE
Optional equipment
3 Hazard warning flasher
switch
4 Rocker switch, electric
windshield adjustment
(
b 16)
5 Audio system handlebar
remote control
OE
(b Supplementary Rider’s
Manual)
6 Horn button
7 Left turn indicator switch
• Press
– Turn indicators flash
To switch off:
• Press turn indicator can-
cel switch 12
Left handlebar fitting
5
4
3
2
1
7
6
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BMW R 850 RT Specifications

General

Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	Telelever
Rear Suspension	Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Dry Weight	229 kg (505 lbs)
Power	70 hp (51 kW) at 7, 000 rpm
Fuel Capacity	25 liters
Seat Height	800 mm