BMW R 1250 GS GSA - Rider's Manual > Clutch

Check clutch function

• Pull back the clutch lever.
• Pressure point must be clearly perceptible.

If no clear pressure point can be felt:

• Have the clutch checked by an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Coolant

Checking coolant level

CAUTION Working on hot cooling system

Burn hazard

• Only carry out work on the cooling system when it has cooled down.

 

• Park motorcycle on a level, firm surface.

• Read the coolant level on the expansion tank 1.

If coolant level drops below approved level:

• Add coolant.

Topping up coolant

• Remove screw 1 and remove lid 2.

• Open the cap 1 of the coolant expansion tank 2 and top up coolant to the specified level.
• Checking coolant level.
• Close the cap of the coolant expansion tank.

• Position the lid 1.
• Install screw 2.

Tires

Checking tyre pressure

WARNING Incorrect tire inflation pressure

Poorer handling characteristic of motorcycle, reduction of tire service life

• Ensure proper tire inflation pressure.

WARNING Automatic opening of vertically installed valve inserts at high speeds

Sudden loss of tire inflation pressure

• Use valve caps with rubber sealing ring and screw on firmly.

 

• Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and level.
• Check tyre pressures against data below.

If tyre pressure is too low:

• Correct tyre pressure.

Wheel rims and tires

Check wheel rims

• Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle.
• Subject wheel rims to visual inspection for defects.
• Have damaged rims checked and, if necessary, replaced by a specialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Checking tire tread depth

WARNING Riding with heavily worn tyres

Risk of accident due to poorer rideability

• If necessary, replace the tyres before the legally specified minimum tread depth is reached.

 

• Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle.
• Measure tire tread depth in main tread grooves with wear indicators.

NOTICE Tread wear marks are integrated into the main grooves on every tire. If the tire tread has worn down to the level of the marks, the tire is completely worn. The locations of the marks are indicated on the edge of the tire, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or by an arrow.

When the minimum tread depth is reached:

• Replace the worn tires.

Checking spokes

• Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle.
• Sweep across spokes with a screwdriver handle or similar item, paying attention to the sound that they emit as you proceed.

If the tone does not remain consistent:

• Have spokes checked by an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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