This comprehensive PDF file contains the complete, original rider’s manual for the 2011 BMW R 1200 GS. Building upon the massive success of the R 1200 series, the 2011 model year features the highly regarded DOHC (Double Overhead Cam) boxer engine, providing excellent low-end grunt and top-end power. This detailed guide is absolutely essential for riders to fully understand the motorcycle’s advanced electronic aids, safely adapt its chassis for commuting or global touring, and perform the necessary preventative maintenance to keep this transcontinental machine running reliably in any environment.
The manual covers the following key topics in detail:
- Motorcycle Overview and Controls: A detailed introduction to the GS’s upright, commanding layout. It explains the location and proper operation of all hand and foot controls, including the clutch, the throttle, the powerful front and rear braking systems (with Integral ABS), the ignition switch, and the specific BMW handlebar-mounted switches.
- Instruments and Advanced Electronics: A critical guide to navigating the dashboard and configuring the riding aids. It details how to read the analog gauges and operate the multifunction display. Crucially, it provides step-by-step instructions for utilizing the optional Enduro ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) to alter spring preload and damping on the fly for different loads and off-road conditions, as well as how to switch off the ABS and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) for dirt riding.
- Setup and Touring Preparation: Essential details for maximizing ride comfort and handling, especially when fully loaded. It provides comprehensive instructions for adjusting the seat height, windshield, and mirrors, as well as guidelines for safely loading the optional Vario panniers and top case.
- Operating Instructions: Best practices for starting and riding the motorcycle safely. It details the specific starting procedures, the correct gear shifting techniques, and safe riding tips specifically tailored for a tall motorcycle on varied surfaces, from highways to gravel roads.
- Vehicle Care and Scheduled Maintenance: A highly detailed breakdown of the precise maintenance required for the reliable boxer engine. It includes step-by-step instructions for checking the engine oil level (crucial for the air/oil-cooled design), checking brake pad wear, and maintaining the battery. It also outlines the strict service intervals necessary for tasks requiring dealer attention, such as valve clearance adjustments on the DOHC heads and final drive fluid changes.
Whether you need to remember the correct button sequence to set the ESA for riding two-up with luggage, understand how to safely jump-start the motorcycle, or locate the precise tire pressure recommendations, this manual is a vital resource for mastering your 2011 BMW R 1200 GS.
Language: English
Format: PDF
