Rider's Manual K 1200 S - K100.biz

570RidingzChecklistUse the following checklist tocheck important functions, settingsand wear limits before youride off.BrakesBrake-fluid levels, front and rearClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTyre-tread depth and tyrepressuresCases correctly installed andluggage securedAt regular intervals:Engine oil level (every refuellingstop)Brake-pad wear (every thirdrefuelling stop)StartingSide standYou cannot start the motorcyclewith the side stand extended anda gear engaged. The engine willswitch itself off if you start it withthe gearbox in neutral and thenengage a gear before retractingthe side stand.GearboxYou can start the engine whenthe gearbox is in neutral or if youpull the clutch with a gear engaged.Do not pull the clutch untilafter you have switched on theignition, as otherwise the enginewill refuse to start. When thegearbox is in neutral, the greenneutral telltale light is on and thegear indicator in the multifunctiondisplay shows N.Starting engine.Kill switch 1 in run position A.Switch on the ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 71)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 71)with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Switch on the ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 71)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 71)