Rider's Manual K 1200 S - K100.biz

8102z MaintenanceCheck the brake fluid level inbrake fluid reservoir 1.The brake fluid level in thebrake fluid reservoir dropsas the brake pads wear.Brake fluid level, frontDOT4 brake fluidDo not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal)Checking brake-fluidlevel, rear brakesA low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow airto penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check the brake-fluid level atregular intervals.Make sure the ground is leveland firm and hold the motorcycleupright.with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motorcycleon its centre stand.If the brake fluid level drops belowthe permitted level:Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a specialistworkshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.