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Checking and adjusting the motorcycle (BMW K1200LT)

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Checking the function of side stand contact switch


  • Switch off the engine.
  • Place motorcycle on its centre stand.
  • Select a gear and switch on the ignition.
  • Temperature gauge warning light lights up.
  • Extend the side stand, observing the temperature gauge warning lamp.
  • Temperature gauge warning light goes out (engine control unit switches off).

Adjusting the seat


  • Open the left-hand side case.
  • Open the seat.
  • Adjust the rider's position by means of the bracket.

Adjusting the top case


  • See Installing the top case

Checking headlight beam angle, adjusting if necessary



Vertical adjustment


  • Set suspension preload to "LOW" (turn counterclockwise).

Note: Make sure that the adjuster on the instrument-panel cover is at the "UP" position (turned counter-clockwise as far as it will go).

  • If necessary, turn the adjuster on the instrument panel counter-clockwise as far as it will go.


  • Using the headlight beam aiming device, manually adjust the beam throw by turning adjusting screw (1) beneath the upper fairing.



Setting for headlight beam angle adjuster



10 cm (-3.94 in) at a distance of 10 m (32.8 ft).


Turned to left — longer throw/higher

Turned to right — shorter throw/lower
  • Adjust the suspension preload.

Lateral adjustment




  • If necessary, laterally adjust the headlight beam angle by turning the adjusting screw (2) at the top left of the headlight with the aid of a crossrecessed screwdriver.
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Installing the windscreen
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Checking tightness of rear wheel studs
Checking tyre pressures
Checking clutch fluid level
Checking brake fluid level
Final inspection and function check
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K1200LT (1998-2009) 
  • Information for owner
  • Introduction to manual
  • Weekly checks
  • Maintenance
  • Engine and systems
  • Engine repair
  • Starting and charging system
  • Fuel and exhaust systems
  • Cooling system
  • Transmission
  • Running gear and frame
  • Frame and hinged elements
  • Front suspension and fork
  • Rear wheel drive
  • Handlebar
  • Brake system
  • Wheels and tires
  • Electric equipment
  • Equipment and devices
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