BMW R 1200 RT Service Manual

K26_1200_NeuT_Titel.fm Seite 9 Mittwoch, 30. Januar 2008 4:21 16BMW MotorradThe Ultimate RidingMachineRider's ManualR 1200 RT

OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-al will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work onthe motor

If the front wheel lifts clear of theground under severe accelera-tion, the ASC reduces enginetorque until the front wheel re-gains contact with the g

TemperaturecompensationTyre pressure is a temperature-sensitive variable: pressure in-creases as tyre temperature risesand decreases as tyre temper-at

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AccessoriesAccessoriesGeneral instructions ... 100Power socket . ... 100Luggage ... 101Case ...

General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Genuine BMW

with (additional) on-board sock-etOEOn-board socket, rear leftOperating electricalaccessoriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories only when the

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding withcases fitted to the motorcycle≤180 km/hwith topcaseOANote the maximum permiss-ible payload of the topcase andt

Closing casesPull release lever 2 all the wayto the back.Close the lid of the case andpress it down. Check thatnothing is trapped between thelid and t

The case is released and canbe removed.Installing casesPull the case handle up as faras it will go.Seat the case in holders 4.Push case handle 3 down

Lever 2 pops up.Pull the release lever up.The lid of the topcase opens.Closing topcasePull release lever 2 all the wayto the back.Close the lid of the

ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustmentElectronic SuspensionAdjustment.RDCTyre pressure control(ReifenDruck-Control)EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmoto

Hook the topcase into positionon the luggage carrier. Makesure that hooks 4 are securelyseated in the correspondingkeepers 5.Push handle 3 down until

MaintenanceMaintenanceGeneral instructions ... 108Toolkit ... 108Engine oil ... 109Brake

General instructionsThe Maintenance chapter de-scribes straightforward proced-ures for checking and replacingcertain wear parts.Special tightening tor

5 SocketOpen-ended spanners ofvarious sizes6 AdapterTo accommodate the 1/4" bits and the 9x12 mmand the 3/8" universal-jointadapterEngine oi

If the oil level is below the MINmark:Top up the engine oil ( 110)If the oil level is above the MAXmark:Have the oil level corrected bya specialist wo

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability ofthe brakes.Have all work on the brake sys-tem performed by a specialistworkshop, preferably an a

Brake-pad wear limit,frontmin 1.0 mm (Friction padonly, without backingplate. The wear indicators(grooves) must be clearlyvisible.)If the wear indicat

preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.Brake-pad wearThe rear brake has a brake-padwear indicator.Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2is between the

Brake fluid level, frontDOT4 brake fluidDo not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal. Before reading

Brake fluid level, rearDOT4 brake fluidDo not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal)If the brake flu

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Visually inspect the rims fordefects.Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replaced by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorra

If the motorcycle is equippedwith RDC, each wheel rim bearsan adhesive label indicating theposition of the RDC sensor.When changing the tyre, takecare

Force the brake pads slightlyapart by rocking brakecalipers 3 back and forth Aagainst brake discs 4.Carefully pull the brake calipersback and out unti

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specifiedtorque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of thefasteners check

Remove the adhesive tapefrom the wheel rim.Braking efficiency is im-paired if the brake pads arenot correctly bedded against thediscs.Before riding of

Parts of the exhaust systemcan be hot.Do not touch hot parts of theexhaust system.Slacken clamping screw 1 onthe silencer.Do not remove the sealinggre

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specifiedtorque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of thefasteners check

Align clamp 1 so that mark Ais in line with the mark on thesilencer and tighten the screwto the specified torque.Clamp to silencer andmanifold55 NmTig

Slacken adjusting screws 1.Push the two adapters 2 apartuntil the front forks fit betweenthem.Use locating pins 3 to set thefront-wheel stand to the d

BulbsGeneral instructionsA warning appears in the multi-function display if a bulb is de-fective. If the brake or rear lightfails, the symbol is accom

General viewsGeneral viewsGeneral view, left side ... 11General view, right side . . ... 13Underneath the seat ...

Install the high-beam/low-beamheadlight bulb ( 128)Install cover 1.Check that the bulb is cor-rected seated (by looking inthrough the headlight lens).

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.Turn the handlebars to theleft to facilitate acce

(preferably by hooking it intothe headlight housing).Remove bulb 3.Installing high-beam/low-beam headlight bulbReplace the defective bulb.Bulb for low

motorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.Apply fi

down (right side of motorcycle:pivot the lever up).Pull bulb 5 out of the bulbholder.Replace the defective bulb.Bulb for parking lightW5W / 12 V / 5 W

The mirrors can easily workloose from their anchoringif the rubber holders or snap-fitstuds are greased.Do not grease the rubber holderor snap-fit stu

Turn bulb holder 3 counter-clockwise to remove it from thebulb housing.Press bulb 4 into its socketand turn it counter-clockwise toremove.Replace the

Replacing front turnindicator bulbSwitch off the ignition.Apply firm forward pressurewith the flat of your hand topush the mirror out of the an-chorag

if the rubber holders or snap-fitstuds are greased.Do not grease the rubber holderor snap-fit stud.Install the mirror in the mirrorhousing, making sur

Allow both engines to idle for afew minutes before disconnect-ing the jump leads.Disconnect the jump lead fromthe negative terminals first,then discon

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flat. Attempting to charge a com-pletely flat battery via the on-board socket can cause damageto the motorcycle's electronics.If a battery has di

Switch off the ignition.Remove the front seat ( 74)Disconnection in the wrongsequence increases the riskof short-circuits.Always proceed in the correc

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CareCareCare products ... 140Washing motorcycle ... 140Cleaning easily damaged compon-ents. ...

Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use the cleaning andcare products you can obtainfrom your authorised BMW Mo-torrad dealer. The substances

agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain alcohol, solvents or ab-rasives to clean plastic parts.Even fly-remover pa

Remove stains of this kind im-mediately, using cleaning-gradebenzene or petroleum spirit on aclean cloth or ball of cotton wool.BMW Motorrad recommend

Technical dataTechnical dataTroubleshooting chart . . . ... 144Threaded fasteners ... 145Engine ... 146F

Troubleshooting chartPossible cause RemedyEmergency off switch (kill switch) Kill switch in operating positionSide stand Retract the side stand. ( 80)

Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value ValidBrake caliper to slider tubeM8 x 32 - 10.9 30 NmQuick-release axle clamp screwsM8 x 35 19 NmQuick-release axl

General view, left side1 Adjuster for headlight beamthrow (underneath the in-strument panel) ( 72)2 Brake-fluid reservoir, front( 113)3 Radio operatin

EngineEngine design Four-stroke opposed twin, air-cooled with oil-cooled exhaust ports, installed longitudinally, twooverhead camshafts, electronic fu

FuelRecommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, us-able with power- and consumption-related rest

Permissible viscosity classesSAE 5 W- ≥30 -20...20 °C, Operation at low temperaturesSAE 10 W-40 -10...30 °C, Operation at moderate temperaturesSAE 15

TransmissionGearbox type Helical 6-speed gearbox with integral reactiondamper, claw-action shift by sliding sleevesGearbox transmission ratios 1.824 (

Running gearFront wheelType of front suspension BMW Telelever, with anti-dive top fork bridge,leading link pivot-mounted on engine and tele-scopic for

Rear wheelType of rear suspension BMW EVO leverType of rear suspension Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filledshock absorber, adjustable rebo

Wheels and tyresRecommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approvedtyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealeror on the Internet at

ElectricsElectrical rating of on-board socket max 10 AFuses Electronic fuses protect all the circuits. If an elec-tronic fuse trips and de-energises a

LightingBulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 WBulb for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 WBulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 WBulb for tail

DimensionsLength of motorcycle 2230 mmHeight of motorcycle 1430 mm, To top of windscreen when lowered, atDIN unladen weightwith lowered suspensionOE14

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WeightsUnladen weight 259 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road 90 %load of fuel, without optional extrasPermissible gross weight 495 kgMaximum paylo

ServiceServiceBMW Motorrad service . . ... 158BMW Motorrad service quality ... 158BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot breakdown assistance

BMW Motorrad serviceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.If maintenance and re-pair work is performed in-exp

down, contact the Mobile Serviceorganisation of BMW Motorrad.The specialists will provide thenecessary advice and assistance.You will find important c

Confirmation of maintenance workBMW Pre-deliveryCheckCompletedonStamp, signatureBMW Running-inCheckCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the lates

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installation of optionalaccessories and, if app

General view, right side1 Seat lock ( 73)2 Rear-seat heating(underneath the rearseat)OE( 61)3 Tank rucksack adapter4 Fuel filler neck ( 87)5 Clutch-fl

Item OdometerreadingDate11166zService

AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABSEngineering details, 92Self-diagnosis, 81Warnings, 32AccessoriesGeneral instructions, 100Anti-theft alarmTelltale ligh

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 66Fluid reservoir, 13Technical data, 148Confirmation of maintenancework, 160Cruise-control systemControl, 16Operation, 6

HHandlebar fittingsGeneral view, left side, 16General view, right side, 17Hazard warning flashersControl, 16, 17Operation, 57HeadlightBeam throw, 72Dr

On-board computerAmbient temperature, 52Average consumption, 53Average speed, 53Control, 17Oil level, 54Operation, 51Range, 52Status indicators, 23War

Engine oil, 147Frame, 154Fuel, 147Rear-wheel drive, 149Running gear, 150Spark plugs, 153Standards, 7Transmission, 149Weights, 156Wheels and tyres, 152

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Underneath the seat1 Front-seat height adjust-ment ( 62)2 Battery ( 135)3 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear( 114)4 Adjuster for spring preload,rear ( 67)5 T

Motorcycle data/dealership detailsMotorcycle dataModelVehicle identification numberColour codeDate of first registrationRegistration numberDealership

Handlebar fitting, left1 Cruise-control systemOE( 63)2 Operating ESAOE( 69)3 Radio operating unit (OE)4 Operating ASCOE( 59)5 Windscreen adjustment( 6

Handlebar fitting, right1 Control of the on-boardcomputerOE( 51)2 Emergency off switch (killswitch) ( 58)3 Starter button ( 80)4 Grip heatingOE( 60)5

Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Telltale lights ( 22)3 Multifunction display( 22)4 Rev. counter5 Anti-theft alarm telltale light(OE) (see the instruc

Headlight1 High-beam headlight2 Low-beam headlight3 Side light219zGeneral views

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Status indicatorsStatus indicatorsStandard status indicators ... 22Status indicators with on-board com-puterOE... 2

Standard statusindicatorsMultifunction display1 Fuel capacity ( 22)2 Gear indicator ( 22)3 Engine temperature ( 22)4 Clock ( 49)5 Odometer6 Trip meter

the next service is shown brieflyafter the Pre-Ride Check com-pletes. The month and yearshow, accompanied by the word-ingSERVICE; in this examplethe n

Status indicators withradioOE1 Panel for audio-system dis-plays (see the instructionsfor use for the radio)Status indicatorswith tyre pressuremonitori

Telltale light of cruisecontrolOE1 Telltale light of cruise con-trolOE( 63)Standard warningsMode of presentationWarnings are indicated by 'Gen-er

Details described or illustratedin this booklet may differ fromthe motorcycle's actual specifica-tion as purchased, the accessor-ies fitted or th

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellowEWS ! appears onthe displayElectronic immobiliser active ( 27)Lights up yel

Electronic immobiliseractiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.EWS ! appears on the display.Possible cause:The key being used is not au-thorised for st

an authorised BMW Motorraddealer.Insufficient engine oilpressureGeneral warning lightflashes red.Oil-can symbol appears onthe display.The oil pressure

complete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.Possible cause:Rear light or brake light bulb de-fective.Replacing brake-light, rearlight and rear-indicator bu

Warnings issued by theon-board computerOEMode of presentationWarnings issued by the on-boardcomputer appear in panel 1.The possible warnings are liste

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningOil appears onthe display.Engine-oil level too low ( 32)Appears on the dis-playAmbient-temp

Engine-oil level too lowOil appears on the display.Oil-level symbol appears onthe display.Possible cause:The electronic oil-level sensorhas registered

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningFlashesSelf-diagnosis not completed ( 34)Lights upABS fault ( 34)333zStatus indicators

Self-diagnosis notcompletedABS warning light flashes.Possible cause:The ABS function is notavailable, because self-diagnosis did not complete. Themoto

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningQuick-flashes ASC intervention ( 36)Slow-flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 36)Lights u

The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart:FuelRecommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus un-leaded95

ASC interventionASC warning light quick-flashes.The ASC has detected a degreeof instability at the rear wheeland has intervened to reducetorque. The w

Warning symbol 2 indicates acritical tyre pressure; the corres-ponding reading flashes.If the critical value is close to thelimit of the permissible t

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellow Appears on the dis-playTyre pressure close to limit of permittedtolerance

Telltale lights Status indicators MeaningAppears on the dis-playTyre-pressure sensor battery weak( 42)339zStatus indicators

Tyre pressure closeto limit of permittedtoleranceGeneral warning light showsyellow.Tyre symbol appears onthe display.The critical pressure flashes.Pos

Signal transmissiondisrupted"--"or"-- --" appears onthe display.Possible cause:The motorcycle has not yet ac-celerated past the th

Tyre-pressure sensorbattery weakGeneral warning light showsyellow.RDC appears on the display.Battery symbol appears onthe display.This error message a

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningAppears on the dis-playAnti-theft alarm battery weak ( 44)Lights up yellow Appears on the d

Anti-theft alarm batteryweakBattery symbol appears onthe display.This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-ride check completes.Possible ca

OperationOperationIgnition switch and steering lock ... 47Electronic immobiliser (EWS) ... 48Clock ... 49Odometer

Welcome to BMWWe congratulate you on yourchoice of a motorcycle fromBMW and welcome you to thecommunity of BMW riders.Familiarise yourself with your n

Helmet holder . ... 76446zOperation

Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive one master key andone spare key. Please consultthe information on the electronicimmobiliser (EWS) if a

Locking handlebarsIf the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface ofthe ground will determine wheth-er it is better to turn the handle-bars to the

Replacement and extrakeysYou can obtain replacement/extrakeys only through an authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer. The keysare part of an integrated secur-i

The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:Tripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tr

Residual rangewithout on-board computerOEThe residual-range readout in-dicates how far you can ride withthe fuel remaining in the tank.This reading is

Press button 1.The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:Ambient

A special average-consumptionfigure is used to calculate range;this figure is not necessarily thesame as the value you can callup for viewing on the d

the corresponding amount of fuelused.Resetting averageconsumptionSwitch on the ignition.Select average consumption.Press and hold down button 1.Averag

Tyre pressuremonitoring RDCOEViewing tyre-pressurereadingsSwitch on the ignition.Repeatedly press button 1 un-til the tyre-pressure readingsappear on

Table of ContentsYou can also consult the index atthe end of this Rider's Manual ifyou want to find a particular topicor item of information.1 Ge

Low-beam headlightThe low-beam headlight switcheson automatically when you startthe engine.When the engine is notrunning you can switch onthe lights b

Turn indicatorsSwitching on left flashingturn indicatorsSwitch on the ignition.The turn indicators are can-celled automatically afteryou have ridden f

warning flashers for longer thanabsolutely necessary.If you press a turn-indicat-or button with the ignitionswitched on, the turn-indicatorfunction is

a Normal operating position(run)b Engine switched off.You cannot start the engineunless the kill switch is inthe run position.Automatic StabilityContr

switching the ignition off andthen on again.An ASC fault has occurredif the ASC warning lightshows when the motorcycle ac-celerates to a speed in exce

off to ensure the battery's start-ing capability.2 Heating off.3 50% heating power4 100% heating powerSeat heating, rear seat1 Switch for seat he

Indicator in multifunctiondisplayOEThe symbols shown below ap-pear on the display to indicatewhich heating stage has beenselected:Front seat, 50 % hea

Cruise-controlsystemOESwitching on cruisecontrolMove switch 1 to ON.Telltale light 2 in the switchlights up red.Setting road speedBriefly push button

Stepless accelerationPush button 3 in the SET dir-ection and hold it in this posi-tion.The motorcycle acceleratessteplessly.Release button 3.The motor

the throttle twistgrip back pastthe idle position).The cruise-control system isdeactivated.The cruise control telltale lightgoes out.The telltale ligh

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Closing stowagecompartmentSnap the lid of the compart-ment closed and push it down.The lock engages with an aud-ible click.Use the ignition key to tur

brake lever unless the motorcycleis at a standstill.Turn adjusting screw 1 to thedesired position.The adjusting screw is easi-er to turn if you push t

ection indicated by the HIGHarrow.If you want to reduce springpreload, turn knob 1 in the dir-ection indicated by the LOWarrow.Basic setting of spring

If you want a harder dampingcharacteristic, use a screw-driver to turn adjusting screw 1in the direction indicated by theH arrow.If you want a softer

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.The reading remains visible fora few seconds before disap-pearing automatically.Adjusting suspensiondam

Wait until adjustment com-pletes (reading stops flashing)before pulling away.If the temperature is very low,take the weight off the motor-cycle before

If tyre pressure is too low:Correct tyre pressure.HeadlightAdjusting headlight fordriving on left/driving onrightIf the motorcycle is ridden in acount

a Normal positionb Position for heavy loadFront and rear seatsRemoving rear seatMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its

Removing front seatRemove the rear seat ( 73)Lift the rear of the front seat.with seat heatingOEDisconnect plug 2.Lift the seat up to remove.Installin

If you install the seat in the lowposition, check that the seat'srubber buffers 3 engage thebottom mounts in the frame.Firmly press the front sea

Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . 152Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Di

Helmet holderSecuring helmet tomotorcycleRemove the rear seat ( 73)Use the wire rope available asan optional accessory to securethe helmet to helmet h

RidingRidingSafety instructions ... 78Checklist... 79Starting ... 80Lowered suspe

Safety instructionsRider's equipmentDo not ride without the correctclothing. Always wear:HelmetMotorcycling jacket andtrousersGlovesBootsThis app

Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, obser

BrakesBrake-fluid levels, front and rearClutchClutch fluid levelDamping-characteristic settingand spring preloadTyre-tread depth and tyrepressuresCase

0 °C, disengage the clutch afterswitching on the ignition.The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-tery voltage is too low. Rechargethe

Phase 2Test of the wheel sensors asthe motorcycle pulls away fromrest.ABS warning light flashes.Possible national variant ofthe ABS warning light.ABS

Risk of accident by unex-pectedly early contact withthe ground.Bear in mind that loweredsuspension limits themotorcycle's angle of heel andground

cedure is essential if the tyres areto achieve maximum grip.Tyres do not have their fullgrip when new and thereis a risk of accidents at extremeangles

discs and brake pads has beenremoved.Oil or grease on brakesOil and grease on the brakediscs and pads considerablydiminish braking efficiency.Especial

General instructionsGeneral instructionsOverview ... 6Abbreviations and symbols ... 6Equipment ...

Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.On a gradient, the motor-cycle should always faceuphill; select 1st gear.Lock the steering lock.Removing m

RefuellingFuel is highly flammable. Anaked flame close to thefuel tank can cause a fire or ex-plosion.Do not smoke. Never bring anaked flame near the

Usable fuel capacityapprox. 27 lReserve fuel≥4lPress the fuel tank cap downfirmly to close.Remove the key and close theprotective cap.Securing motorcy

At the rear, secure the strapsto the rear footrests on bothsides and tighten the straps.Tighten all the straps uniformly;the motorcycle's suspens

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Engineering detailsEngineering detailsBrake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . ... 92Electronic engine management withBMW Mo

Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABSPartially integral brakesYour motorcycle is equipped withpartially integral brakes. Bothfront and rear brakes

ing force accordingly to achieveoptimum braking.What feedback does therider receive from theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS?If the ABS system has to reducebr

exceptional riding conditions canlead to a fault message beingissued.Exceptional ridingconditions:Heating up with the motorcycleon the centre stand or

What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad ASC?BMW Motorrad ASC is designedas an assistant system for therider and for use on public roads.The extent