BMW K 1300 GT User Manual

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Optimised BMW Duolever for minimum unsprung masses.
While the new K 1300 GT is based on the particularly stable suspension
geometry of its predecessor, the unsprung masses of the BMW Duolever
have been reduced even further through the introduction of a newly designed
lower longitudinal arm. Now made of forged aluminium, the new Duolever
gives the motorcycle an even smoother and fi ner response.

Electronically adjustable ESA II suspension.
BMW’s new ESA II (Electronic Suspension Adjustment II) suspension is also
available on the K 1300 GT as an option at extra cost.

This allows the rider, apart from the damping on the two spring struts, to also
adjust the spring base (spring pre-tension) on the rear spring strut as well as
its spring rate and spring hardness smoothly and conveniently at the touch
of a button. Hence, he is able to set the suspension most conveniently and
more precisely than ever before to his personal wishes, taking particularly the
load the motorcycle is carrying into account (which is of particular sign fi cance
with the K 1300 GT) and offering a new dimension of riding stability combined
with optimum response under all riding and load conditions.

ESA II is the world’s fi rst electronic suspension control on the motorcycle
offering such a wide range of adjustment options.

EVO brake system complete with BMW Integral ABS.
The new K 1300 GT is equipped with BMW’s proven EVO brake system also
featured on the other models in the K- and R-Series. Brake discs measuring
320 millimetres/12.6" in diameter up front and 294 millimetres/11.6" in
the rear guarantee optimum deceleration also from high speeds and under
maximum load.

Featured as standard, BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (semi-integral) not only
fu fi ls the highest demands in terms of safety, but also caters for the wishes
and preferences of the sports-minded rider through its special set-up and
confi guration: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS controls the front- and rear-wheels
brakes through the handbrake lever, while the footbrake lever acts only on the
rear-wheel brake.

Even more dynamic in design.
The unusually slender full-fairing with its dynamic contours and excellent
aerodynamic qualities has been carried over from the former model and
upgraded in its looks for the new K 1300 GT.

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