A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Read off brake fluid level at
brake-fluid reservoir 1.
In the event of brake pad
wear, the brake fluid level in
the brake-fluid reservoir falls.
Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake fluid reservoir horizon-
tal, motorcycle standing up-
right and handlebars straight
ahead)
If brake fluid level drops below
permissible level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by a special-
ized workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Checking rear brake fluid
level
without center stand
OA
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and hold motorcycle
vertically.
with center stand
OA
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
its center stand.
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