BMW R1200S User Manual

Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
The engine can seize if
the oil level is low, and
this can lead to accidents.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
The oil level varies with
the temperature of the
oil. The higher the tempera-
ture, the higher the level of oil
in the sump. Checking the oil
level with the engine cold or
after a short trip leads to mis-
interpretations and therefore
to incorrect oil fill quantities.
To ensure that the display of
the engine oil level is correct,
only check the oil level after a
longer trip.
The warning on insuf-
ficient engine oil pres-
sure is no substitute for the
function of an oil-level indica-
tor.The correct engine oil level
can only be checked at the oil
sight glass.
Make sure the ground is
level and firm and park the
motorcycle at operating
temperature.
Wait five minutes after
switching off the engine.
Hold the motorcycle is verti-
cal.
Read off the oil level
from the engine oil level
display 1.
Specified level of engine
oil
between MIN and MAX mark-
ing
If the oil level is below the
MIN mark:
Top up engine oil.
If the oil level is above the
MAX mark:
Have oil level corrected by
a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
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BMW R1200S Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Max Power	122 hp (90 kW) @ 8, 250 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual 320mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 265mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Dry Weight	190 kg (419 lbs)
Seat Height	830 mm (32.7 inches)
Engine Type	Air/oil-cooled flat twin ('Boxer')
Fuel Capacity	17 liters (4.5 US gallons)