BMW K 1200 LT User manual

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BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
Rider's Manual
K 1200 LT
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Please note
dWarning:
This symbol stands for pre-
cautions and measures which
are essential in order to pro-
tect the rider or other persons
from possibly severe or fatal
injury.
eAttention:
Instructions and precautions
specifically intended to prevent
damage to the motorcycle. Dis-
regarding them may render the
warranty invalid.
LNote:
Specific instructions on how to
operate, control, adjust or look
after items of equipment on the
motorcycle.
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Details described or illustrated in
this booklet may differ from the
motor-cycle's actual specification as
purchased, the accessories fitted or
the national-market specification.
Please note that no claims will be
entertained on the basis of such
discrepancies.
Dimensions, weights, fuel consump-
tion and performance data are quoted
to the customary tolerances.
The right to modify designs, equip-
ment and accessories is reserved.
Printing and other errors and
omissions excepted.
© 2007 BMW Motorrad
Not to be reproduced either wholly
or in part without written permission
from BMW Motorrad,
After Sales.
Printed in Germany
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Printed information
Order No.:
01 41 7 706 831
06.2007
3rd edition The Ultimate
Driving Machine
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Introduction
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Welcome to BMW
We are delighted that you have
chosen a new BMW K 1200 LT
and would like to welcome you to
the community of BMW riders.
Familiarise yourself with your new
motorcycle, so that you can ride it
safely and confidently in all traffic
situations.
To make sure of this, please read
this Rider's Manual carefully
before starting to use your new
motorcycle. It contains important
information on how to operate the
controls and how to make the
best possible use of all the motor-
cycle's technical features.
In addition, it contains useful hints
and information on the correct
equipment for machine and rider,
to ensure maximum reliability
and safety, and advice on how to
maintain the value of your motor-
cycle.
If you have any questions con-
cerning your motorcycle, your
authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer will gladly provide advice
and assistance.
We hope you enjoy reading this
Rider's Manual and wish you many
a pleasant, safe journey on your
BMW motorcycle.
Best wishes,
BMW Motorrad
Welcome to BMW
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Introduction
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General information
and controls
General view, left side..............4-5
General view, right side ...........6-7
Cockpit .......................................8-9
Telltale and
warning lights....................... 10-11
Ignition switch and
steering lock ......................... 12-13
Handlebar fittings ................ 14-15
Hazard warning flashers ........... 16
Adjusting windscreen/fins........ 17
Reverser................................ 18-20
Cruise control....................... 21-24
Clock............................................ 25
Distance recorder...................... 26
On-board computer ............ 27-31
Case............................................. 32
Topcase ...................................... 33
Front seat.............................. 34-35
Rear seat ............................... 36-38
Seat heating ............................... 39
Helmet holder............................. 40
Safety check
Checklist......................................41
Engine oil...............................42-43
Fuel.........................................44-45
Handlebar levers ..................46-47
Brake system
- general ................................48-49
Brake system - with
BMW Integral ABS...............50-53
Clutch...........................................54
Coolant ........................................55
Spring preload ............................56
Wheels ...................................57-59
Loads .....................................60-61
Lights .....................................62-63
Contents
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Introduction
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Starting – Riding – Parking
First time out........................ 64-65
Important notes ................... 66-67
Side stand............................. 68-69
Centre stand EHCS ............ 70-72
Running in ............................ 73-74
Before you start ................... 75-76
Starting ........................................77
Telltale and
warning lights....................... 78-79
Riding, gear shifts................ 80-81
Brake system
- general................................ 82-83
Brake system - with
BMW Integral ABS .............. 84-92
BMW Integral ABS
- troubleshooting chart .............93
Arrive safely
Reliability...............................94-96
Concluding thoughts................. 97
Contents
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General information and controls
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1High-beam headlight
(bMaintenance Instructions,
Chapter 2)
2Low-beam headlight
(bMaintenance Instructions,
Chapter 2)
3Reservoir for clutch hydraulic
fluid (b54)
4Adjusting knob for spring
preload, rear suspension
(b56)
( ) Number in parentheses
bpage number for description
5Case, left (b32)
– Seat opener (b34)
–Toolkit
– Repair kit for tubeless tyres
(bMaintenance Instruc-
tions, Chapter 2)
– Steel cable for helmet
holder (b40)
6Aerial (bMaintenance
Instructions, Chapter 2)
7Parking light (bMaintenance
Instructions, Chapter 2)
General view, left side
4 61 32
7
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General information and controls
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General view, left side
8Fin, manually adjustable
(b17)
9Cockpit lighting
10 Socket, 12 V for connecting
electrical accessories –
max. load 5 A, 60 W
11 Shift lever for reverser
(b18-20)
12 Coolant reservoir (b55)
13 Helmet holder (b40)
14 Topcase (b33) with
– Interior lighting
– Mirror and
– Stowage compartment for:
on-board documentation
and oil funnel
() Numberinparentheses
bpage number for description
10 12 13 149118
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