BMW R 850 RT User Manual

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General information and controls
1
B
C
11
12
B
C
8
9
10
A
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To prevent air from entering
the brake system:
• Do not turn the fitting on the
handlebar.
8 Switch for heated handlebar
grips
OE
A Heating off
B 50% (center position)
C 100%
9 Starter button
10 Emergency off (kill) switch
for ignition (
b 52)
11 Flashing turn indicator
switch, right
• Press
– Turn indicators flash
To switch off:
• Press turn indicator can-
cel switch 12
12 Turn indicator cancel switch
• Press
– Left/right indicators off
OE
Optional equipment
Right handlebar fitting
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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