Wipe the area around the oil
filler neck clean.
Insert Torx end of reversible
screwdriver insert 1 into screw-
driver handle 2 (on-board tool-
kit) for additional leverage.
Insert the screwdriver handle
into cap 3.
Turn cap 3 counter-clockwise
to remove.
Checking engine oil level
( 120).
ATTENTION
Use of insufficient engine oil
or too much engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Top up the engine oil to the
specified level.
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 0.95 l (Difference
between MIN and MAX)
Checking engine oil level
( 120).
Install cap 3 of the oil filler
neck.
Brake system
Checking function of
brakes
Pull the front brake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
Press the footbrake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If the pressure point is not clearly
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Work on brake system not
in compliance with correct
procedure
Risk to operational reliability of
the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem undertaken by trained and
qualified specialists.
Have the brakes checked by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Checking front brake pad
thickness
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
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