BMW R 1200RT 2016 User Manual

If the oil level is below MIN mark:
Topping up engine oil ( 121).
If oil level is above MAX mark:
Have the oil level corrected
at an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Topping up engine oil
Park the motorcycle, ensuring
that the support surface is firm
and level.
Wipe area around oil filler
opening to clean it.
Remove the cover 2 on the oil
filler with the oil cover tool 1.
Hold the oil cover tool 1
against the oil filler cover 2 and
then turn it counterclockwise.
Check engine oil level ( 120).
ATTENTION
Use of too little or too much
engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Add engine oil up to specified
level.
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l) (Dif-
ference between MIN and
MAX)
Check engine oil level ( 120).
Install the oil filler cover 2.
Brake system
Checking brake operation
Actuate the handbrake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
If no clear pressure points are
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Improper working on the
brake system
Endangering of the operating
safety of the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem carried out by experts.
Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
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BMW R 1200RT 2016 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR17
Curb Weight	274 kg
Power	125 hp (92 kW) at 7, 750 rpm
Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brake	Dual disc, 320 mm
Rear Brake	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	805 / 825 mm
Fuel Capacity	25 liters
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft