Rider's Manual K 1200 S - K100.biz

462z OperationThe settings shown on thedisplay are automatically acceptedas the spring preloadand, if applicable, the dampingcharacteristic if you allow acertain length of time to passwithout pressing making furtherchanges. The reading flasheswhile spring preload adjustmentis in progress.Wait until adjustment completes(reading stops flashing)before pulling away.TyresChecking tyre pressureMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motorcycleon its stand.Incorrect tyre pressures impairthe motorcycle's handlingcharacteristics and increasethe rate of tyre wear.Always check that the tyre pressuresare correct.At high road speeds, tyrevalves have a tendency toopen as a result of centrifugalforce.Fit metal valve caps with rubberseals and screw them on firmlyto prevent sudden deflation.Check that tyre pressures arecorrect as per the data below.Tyre pressure, front2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold)2.5 bar (two-up and/or withluggage, tyre cold)Tyre pressure, rear2.9 bar (one-up, tyre cold)2.9 bar (two-up and/or withluggage, tyre cold)If tyre pressure is too low:Correct tyre pressure.HeadlightAdjusting headlight fordriving on left/driving onrightIf the motorcycle is ridden in acountry where the opposite ruleof the road applies, its asymmetriclow-beam headlight will tendto dazzle oncoming traffic.Have the headlight set accordinglyby a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.Commercially available adhesivetape will damage theplastic lens of the light.Consult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer, in order to avoiddamaging the plastic lens of thelight.