BMW S 1000XR User Manual

Brake fluid level, front
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake fluid reservoir hori-
zontal)
If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level:
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Checking brake-fluid
level, rear brakes
WARNING
Not enough brake fluid in
brake fluid reservoir, or con-
taminants in brake fluid
Considerably reduced braking
power due to presence of air,
contaminants or water in the
brake system
Cease operation of the vehicle
immediately and do not ride it
until the fault has been recti-
fied.
Check the brake-fluid levels at
regular intervals.
Always make sure that the
lid of the brake fluid reservoir
and the area around the lid are
cleaned before opening.
Make sure that only fresh brake
fluid from a sealed container is
used.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and hold the motor-
cycle upright.
Check the brake fluid level in
brake fluid reservoir for rear
wheel brake 1.
NOTICE
Wear of the brake pads causes
the brake fluid level in the reser-
voir to sink.
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BMW S 1000XR Specifications

General

Displacement	999 cc
Max Power	165 hp (121 kW) at 11, 000 rpm
Max Torque	114 Nm (84 lb-ft) at 9, 250 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Aluminum composite bridge frame, partially self-supporting engine
Traction Control	Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
Wheelbase	1, 548 mm (60.9 in)
Seat Height	840 mm (33.1 in)
Dry Weight	226 kg (498 lbs)
Fuel Capacity	20 l (5.3 gal)
Rear Suspension	Aluminum swing arm, central spring strut
Front Brakes	Twin disc, 320 mm, 4-piston radial calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 265 mm disc, single-piston caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad ABS Pro