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The Ultimate
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Table of Contents
Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 39 Electronic suspension ad-
1 General instructions . . . . 5 Cruising range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 justment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Oil level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Abbreviations and Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 41 Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Notice concerning current sta- Ignition with Key- Adjusting the instrument
tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 less Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 53 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
General view, left side . . . . . . . 11 Onboard computer . . . . . . . . . . 57 Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
General view, right side . . . . . 13 Tripmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Storage compartment . . . . . . . 77
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Emergency on/off switch (kill Central locking system . . . . . . 77
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 15 switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 DWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Multifunction switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Rider's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
3 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 63 Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Warning and indicator ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . 92
lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 23 Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 24 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Shifting gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Parking your motorcycle . . . . 98
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 10 Technical Data . . . . . . 167
Fastening motorcycle for Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 168
transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 169
6 Technology in de- Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 8 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 General instructions . . . . . . . 150 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Gear Shift Assistant Onboard power Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . 108 Navigation system . . . . . . . . . 151 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 174
BMW Motorrad Integral Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . 111 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 176
9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
TPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 178
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Washing your motorcy-
Alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
7 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 117 cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
General instructions . . . . . . . 118 Cleaning sensitive motorcy-
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Performance data . . . . . . . . . 182
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Store motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 164 11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Protective wax coating . . . . 164 Reporting safety
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Return motorcycle to defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Wheel rims and tyres . . . . . . 126 use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 185
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 BMW Motorrad Mobility
Muffler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 134
Maintenance proce-
dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Maintenance schedule . . . . 189
Standard BMW Service . . . 190
Confirmation of mainte-
nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Confirmation of service . . . . 196
12 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Certificate for Electronic
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Certificate for Remote
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Certificate for Key-
less Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Certificate for Tyre Pres-
sure Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
13 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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5
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General instructions
Notice concerning current status . . . . 7
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Overview Abbreviations and maintenance and adjustment pro-
1 This Rider's Manual has been symbols cedures.
6 designed to provide quick and ef- Indicates the end of an
CAUTION Hazard with
ficient orientation. The quickest item of information.
low risk. Failure to avoid
way for you to find information this hazard can result in minor or
on specific topics is to consult Instruction.
moderate injury.
the comprehensive index at the
WARNING Hazard with Result of an activity.
General instructions
General instructions
tional accessories can Rider's Manual describes optional
be purchased and in- equipment (OE) offered by BMW Notice concerning
stalled at your autho- and selected optional accessories current status
rized BMW Motorrad (OA). It may also describe equip-
ment options that you have not The outstanding levels of safety
retailer. and quality furnished by every
chosen. Please note, too, that
your motorcycle might not be ex- BMW motorcycle are the result
EWS Electronic immobilizer. of ongoing advanced develop-
actly as illustrated in this manual
on account of country-specific ment focusing on continuous
DWA Anti-theft alarm.
differences. improvement in design and en-
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System. If your motorcycle comes with
gineering as well as equipment z
and accessories. For this reason,
equipment not described here,
ASC Automatic Stability Con- some aspects of your motorcycle
you can find the descriptions in a
trol. may vary from the descriptions in
separate manual.
this Rider's Manual. In addition,
ESA Electronic Suspension BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee
Adjustment. the total absence of errors. For
this reason BMW is unable to
recognize any claims stemming
from the information, illustrations
1 and descriptions in this manual.
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General instructions
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Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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9
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Overviews
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Overviews
General view, left side
1 Clutch fluid reservoir 2
( 126) 11
2 Fuel filler opening
( 100)
3 Seat lock ( 85)
4 with seat heating OE
Overviews
Passenger seat heater
( 74)
5 2nd power socket
6 Left-hand stow compart-
ment ( 77) z
7 Payload table
Tire inflation pressure table
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2
Overviews
General view, right side
1 Rider's Manual (US Model) 2
2 Onboard power socket 13
( 150)
3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
( 122)
4 with audio system OE
Overviews
Right storage compartment
( 77)
5 Vehicle Identification Num-
ber (at fork bearing)
Data plate (at fork bearing) z
6 Coolant level indicator (be-
hind side panel) ( 124)
7 Oil fill location ( 119)
8 Rear brake fluid reser-
voir (behind side fairing)
( 123)
Underneath seat
2 1 Adjuster for the rider's seat
14 height ( 86)
2 Standard tool kit ( 118)
3 Tool for adjusting spring
load ( 67)
4 Fuses ( 147)
Overviews
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Multifunction switch,
left 2
1 High-beam headlight and 15
headlight flasher ( 61)
2 with cruise control OE
Cruise control ( 65)
3 Hazard warning flashers
Overviews
( 63)
4 Windshield adjustment
( 76)
5 with additional LED
headlight OA z
Auxiliary headlight ( 62)
6 Turn indicator ( 62)
7 Horn
8 Multi-Controller and MENU
2 button
Multifunction display
16 ( 53)
ASC ( 63)
with Dynamic ESA OE
D-ESA ( 69)
with audio system OE
Overviews
Overviews
(kill switch) ( 60)
4 Starting the engine
( 92)
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Instrument cluster
2 1 Speedometer
18 2 Warning and indicator
lights ( 22)
3 with navigation system OA
with preparation for navi-
gation system OE
Overviews
Navigation system
( 151)
4 Ambient light sensor (for
brightness adjustment of
z instrument lighting)
5 Tachometer
6 with navigation system OA
with preparation for navi-
gation system OE
Release for navigation slot
( 151)
7 Multifunction display
( 23)
8 Tripmeter ( 59)
NOTICE
The brightness of the warning
lights and telltale lights, the
display and the instrument
needle and gauge lighting is 2
adapted automatically to suit
ambient brightness. 19
Overviews
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2
Overviews
Displays
Warning and indicator lights. . . . . . . . . 22
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21
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Displays
Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cruising range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Oil level indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Warning and indicator
3 lights
22 1 ABS ( 35)
2 ASC ( 36)
3 Turn indicator, left
4 Fuel reserve ( 39)
5 High-beam headlight
Displays
Displays
Heated handlebar grips
( 73)
with Dynamic ESA OE
D-ESA settings z
5 Onboard computer ( 57)
with Tire Pressure Con-
trol (TPC) OE
Tire inflation pressure
6 Clock ( 57)
7 Odometer
8 Riding mode ( 64)
9 with Hill Start Control OE
Hill Start Control ( 71)
10 Gear indicator, "N" appears
in neutral
11 Coolant temperature
Fuel level
Meaning of symbols Average speed since last Oil level ( 40)
3 reset ( 58)
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Ambient temperature Electrical system voltage
( 39)
(TPC) OE
Tire inflation pressures
( 41)
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tion 1:
Stopwatch ( 58)
Average fuel consumption
since last reset ( 58)
Travel times ( 58)
1 Heated handlebar grips
Current fuel consumption switched on
Displays
Warnings for which there is no
1 Damping specific individual warning lamp
are indicated by the universal z
2 Vehicle load
warning lamp 1 in conjunction
Warning lights with a warning symbol such
as 2 shown on the multifunction
Display display. The universal warning
Warnings are displayed with ap- lamp lights up in either yellow or
propriate warning lamps. red depending on the urgency of
the warning.
Up to four warning symbols can
be displayed at any given time.
The universal warning lamp lights
up for the most urgent warning.
3 Overview of warning indicators
26 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning
lamps display panel
appears on the Outside temperature warning ( 30)
display
Displays
Displays
lights up yellow appears on the Light failure ( 33)
display
Displays
indicated
lights up yellow appears on the Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensor
display weak ( 38)
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appears on the Central locking locked ( 38)
display
measured on the motor- The key being used is not autho- key.
cycle is less than: rized for starting, or communica- with Keyless Ride OE
tion between the key and engine Replace battery of radio-oper-
Approx. 37 F (Approx. 3 C) electronics is disrupted.
z ated key ( 52).
Remove other motorcycle keys Use an emergency key or a
WARNING from the ignition key ring. completely drained remote
Danger of black ice even Have the defective key re- control key to continue driv-
above 37 F (3 C), despite placed, preferably by an autho- ing.
the lack of outside tempera- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. with Keyless Ride OE
ture warning. Battery of radio-operated key is
Radio-operated key
Risk of accident due to black ice. drained, emergency key is not
At a low outside temperature, outside reception range
available ( 50).
icy conditions must expected with Keyless Ride OE
on bridges and in shady road Radio-operated key lost, emer-
shows yellow. gency key available ( 50).
areas.
Should the warning symbol ap-
Think well ahead when driving.
pear while driving, keep calm.
Driving can be continued; the Coolant temperature too workshop, preferably an autho-
engine will not switch off. high rized BMW Motorrad retailer. 3
Have the defective radio-oper- shows red.
ated key replaced by an autho- Engine-oil level too low 31
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. appears on the display.
The temperature reading turns
Replace battery of radio- red.
Possible cause:
operated key
Displays
ATTENTION The electronic oil level sensor
shows yellow.
has detected that the engine's oil
Riding with overheated en- level is too low. At next refueling
The battery symbol is dis- gine. stop:
Engine damage z
played. Check engine oil level ( 119).
Be sure to observe the mea- If oil level is too low:
Possible cause: sures listed below. Topping up engine oil ( 119).
The battery for the radio-oper-
Possible cause:
ated key is no longer charged Engine fault
to full capacity. Operation of The coolant temperature is too
high. lights up.
the radio-operated key is only
ensured for a limited time. If possible, continue driving
with Keyless Ride OE in the part-load range to cool Possible cause:
down the engine.
Replace battery of radio-oper- The engine control unit has diag-
ated key ( 52). Should the coolant temperature nosed a fault.
frequently be too high, have
the fault rectified as quickly
as possible by an authorized
Possible cause: an authorized BMW Motorrad
3 WARNING
The engine control unit has diag- retailer.
Unusual handling when en- nosed a severe fault.
32 Front light failure
gine is no emergency operat-
WARNING shows yellow.
ing mode.
Accident hazard Damage to the engine when
Adapt your style of riding ac- it is in the emergency operat- appears on the display.
Displays
Displays
Please contact a specialized
NOTICE
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. This fault message is only shown NOTICE
for a short time immediately fol-
This fault message is only shown z
Light failure lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
shows yellow. for a short time immediately fol-
Possible cause: lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
The DWA battery no longer has Possible cause:
Bulb symbol with two its full charging capacity. The op-
arrows appears on the The DWA battery no longer has
eration of the DWA with the ve-
display. any charging capacity. Operation
hicle battery disconnected is only
of the DWA is no longer guaran-
Possible cause: guaranteed for a limited time.
teed when the vehicle battery is
A combination of light failures Contact an authorized service disconnected.
has occurred. facility, preferably an authorized
Contact an authorized service
Please contact a specialized BMW Motorrad retailer.
facility, preferably an authorized
workshop, preferably an autho- BMW Motorrad retailer.
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Onboard system voltage appears on the display. body warmer or supplementary
3 low headlight).
Displays
must reach a specified mini-
preferably an authorized mum speed before the system as soon as possible at an au-
BMW Motorrad retailer. can check operation of the thorized workshop, preferably
wheel speed sensors: 3 mph an authorized BMW Motorrad
ABS self-diagnosis not (5 km/h)) retailer. z
completed
Ride off slowly. It must be ASC intervention
flashes. noted that the ABS function flashes rapidly.
is not available until the self- ASC has detected insta-
diagnosis has been completed. bility at the rear wheel and re-
ABS error sponded by reducing the torque.
The warning lamp flashes longer
lights up. than the ASC intervention lasts.
This feature continues to fur-
Possible cause: nish the rider with visual feed-
The ABS control unit has de- back confirming that the system
tected an error. The ABS func- has initiated active closed-loop
tion is not available. intervention even after the critical
situation has passed.
ASC self-diagnosis not ASC switched off an authorized BMW Motorrad
3 completed ASC warning lamp lights retailer.
flashes slowly. up.
36 ESA error
Possible cause: shows yellow.
Possible cause: The ASC system has been deac-
tivated by the rider.
ASC self-diagnosis rou- appears on the display.
Switch ASC on.
Displays
Displays
+ the critical tire pressure If you are unsure about the tire's
shows red. suitability for continued riding: Watch the TPC display at
Do not continue riding. higher speed. A continuous
Possible cause: Contact roadside service. error is only present if the
The measured tire inflation pres- general warning lamp also
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sure is outside the approved tol- Transmission error lights up. In this case:
erance range. with Tire Pressure Control Have fault eliminated at a spe-
Check tire for damage and (TPC) OE cialist service facility, preferably
suitability for continued use. an authorized BMW Motorrad
If it is still possible to drive with + "--" or "-- --" is indi- retailer.
tire: cated.
Correct tire inflation pressure at Possible cause:
Possible cause:
the next opportunity. There is a fault in the radio con-
The motorcycle has not reached
nection to the TPC sensors.
NOTICE the minimum speed ( 113).
Possible causes are radio sys-
tems in the surrounding area,
Before adjusting the tire inflation
which interfere with the connec-
pressure, observe the information
tion between the TPC control
on temperature compensation
unit and the sensors.
Observe the TPC display in a Possible cause:
3 different environment. A con- 1 or 2 TPC sensors have failed
NOTICE
tinuous error is only present if or a system fault has occurred. This fault message is only shown
38 the general warning lamp also Have fault eliminated at a spe- for a short time immediately fol-
lights up. In this case: cialist service facility, preferably lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Have fault eliminated at a spe- an authorized BMW Motorrad
cialist service facility, preferably Possible cause:
retailer.
an authorized BMW Motorrad The battery for the tire inflation
Displays
Displays
contains the reserve fuel quantity. old for the first time.
A necessary service has not
been carried out. Reserve fuel quantity
Limit range for outside
Have servicing carried out as
temperature z
quickly as possible by a spe-
Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
cialist workshop, preferably an Approx. 37 F (Approx. 3 C)
authorized BMW Motorrad re- Refueling procedure ( 100).
tailer.
Ambient temperature Cruising range
Fuel down to reserve Engine heat can lead to The range indicates the
lights up. spurious readings of ambi- travel distance available
ent temperature when the mo- with the remaining fuel. The av-
torcycle is stationary. When the erage consumption employed
Fuel-level reading turns yellow. to calculate the remaining travel
effects of engine heat on the
monitored temperature become range does not appear in the
WARNING
excessive the display responds display and may vary from the
Rough engine running or by temporarily reverting to "--" indicated average consumption.
switching off of the engine as the display reading. You must put at least five liters of
due to a fuel shortage. fuel into the fuel tank for the new
level to be registered correctly. The conditions for the oil level If the service is overdue the
3 If the sensor cannot register the indicator are as follows: General warning light briefly
new level the range display can- Engine at operating tempera- shows yellow and the service
40 not be updated. symbol lights up continuously.
ture.
If the motorcycle is standing on Engine idling for at least ten
its side stand, the motorcycle's seconds.
inclined position will prevent the Side stand retracted.
fuel level from being registered Motorcycle is vertical.
Displays
Displays
(TPC) OE
If the vehicle covers high annual
The tire pressures are
mileages then shorter service
intervals may be required. If the
shown adjusted for tem- z
perature on the multifunction
mileage for the brought-forward
display and are always relative
service is within the display
to the following tire air temper-
range, the remaining mileage 1 is
ature:
indicated.
68 F (20 C)
Indication of remain-
ing mileage until next The figure on the left side 1 in-
service: dicates the front tire's inflation
pressure, while the figure on the
621 miles (1000 km) right 2 shows the inflation pres-
sure in the rear tire. Immediately
NOTICE after switching on the ignition,
If the service display appears "-- --" is indicated.
more than a month before the
3 TPC sensor is not active
42
min 19 mph (min 30 km/h)
(The TPC sensor does not
transmit a signal to the motor-
cycle until this minimum speed
has been exceeded.)
Displays
Further information on
BMW Motorrad TPC can
be found starting from page
( 113).
Operation
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
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Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Electronic suspension adjust-
ment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Onboard computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Operation
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Tripmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Emergency on/off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Adjusting the instrument cluster . . . . 75
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 DWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Rider's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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Operation
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Ignition Locking handlebars
Keys 4
ATTENTION
You are provided with 2 ignition 45
keys. Incorrect steering angle
Should you lose your keys, re- when the motorcycle is
fer to the information regarding parked on the side stands.
the electronic immobilizer (EWS) Component damage cause by
Operation
( 46). tipping over.
On level ground, always turn
the handlebars to the left to set Turn key to position 1 while
Single-key locking
the steering lock. moving handlebars slightly.
Steering and ignition lock Ignition, lights and all electrical
Pannier lock Otherwise the angle of the z
ground determines whether circuits switched off.
Stow compartment lock Handlebars are locked.
the handlebars are set to the
Fuel filler cap Key can now be removed.
left or right.
Seat lock
Storage compartment Turn handlebars to full left or
right lock position.
with Topcase OA
Topcase
EWS Electronic
immobilizer
Operation
Operation
erated key is exceeded (e.g. in
When having a key disabled you The indicator light for the radio- case or Topcase), the motorcycle
should also bring all of the mo- operated key flashes as long as cannot be started and the central
torcycle's remaining keys with the radio-operated key is being locking system cannot be locked/
you. The engine can no longer searched for. unlocked. z
be started using a disabled key; If the radio-operated key or the If the range is exceeded, the igni-
however, a disabled key can be emergency key is detected, it tion is switched off after approx.
enabled again. goes out. 1.5 minutes and the central lock-
Ignition keys are available If the radio-operated key or the ing system is not locked.
only through an authorized emergency key is not detected, it It is advisable to carry the radio-
BMW Motorrad retailer. The lights up briefly. operated key directly on your
keys are part of an integrated
You are provided with one radio- person (e.g. in a jacket pocket)
security system, so the retailer is
operated key and one emergency and to also carry the emergency
under an obligation to check the
key. Should you lose your keys, key as an alternative.
legitimacy of all applications for
replacement/extra keys. refer to the information regard-
ing the electronic immobilizer Range of Keyless Ride
(EWS) ( 46). radio-operated key
The ignition, tank filler cap and
Approx. 3.3 ft (Approx. 1 m)
anti-theft alarm system are con-
Locking handlebars Otherwise the angle of the
4 Condition: Handlebars are turned ground determines whether
to left or right. Radio-operated the handlebars are set to the
48 left or right.
key is within reception range.
Press and hold button 1.
Steering lock audibly locks.
Ignition, lights and all electrical
Operation
Operation
ment system does not enable
ABS self-diagnosis is engine starting until the radio-op-
performed ( 94) The ignition can be deactivated erated key has been recognized
ASC self-diagnosis in progress in two ways. as "authorized" for your motorcy-
( 95) Version 1: cle. z
Briefly press button 1.
Switch off ignition Light is switched off. NOTICE
Condition: Radio-operated key is Handlebars are not locked. A further key attached to the
within reception range. same ring as the radio-oper-
Version 2:
ated key used to start the engine
Turn handlebars to full left or
could "irritate" the electronics,
right lock position.
in which case the enabling sig-
Press and hold button 1. nal for starting is not issued. The
Light is switched off. warning with the key symbol ap-
Steering lock is locked. pears in the multifunction display.
Always store further vehicle keys
separately from the radio-oper-
ated key.
If you lose a radio-operated key, Should you lose your keys, re-
4 you can have it disabled by your fer to the information regard-
Period in which the en-
gine must be started.
authorized BMW Motorrad re- ing the electronic immobilizer
50 Then unlocking must be re-
tailer. When having a key dis- (EWS).
peated.
abled you should also bring all of Should you loose the radio-
the motorcycle's remaining keys operated key while driving, the 30 s
with you. motorcycle can be started with Pre-Ride-Check in progress.
The engine can no longer be the emergency key. Key has been detected.
Operation
Operation
Remove screws 2.
Remove speaker cover 1 side-
ways to right. z
Hold radio-operated key be-
with audio system OE Disconnect plug connec- hind instrument cluster 1 ar-
tion 1. row at level of warning and
indicator lights.
Period in which the en-
gine must be started.
Then unlocking must be re-
peated.
30 s
Pre-Ride-Check in progress.
Remove screws 1. Key has been detected.
Engine can be started.
Fold out key bit.
Starting the engine ( 92). Install screws 1.
4 with audio system OE
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Operation
Press button 1.
Key bit folds open.
Place speaker cover 1 in posi- Press battery cover 2 upward.
z tion and fit screws 2.
Connect electrical connector 1. Remove battery 3.
Replace battery of radio- Dispose of the old battery in
operated key accordance with legal regula-
tions. Do not dispose of the
If the radio-operated key fails to battery in the household waste.
react when the button is pressed
briefly or is pressed and held: ATTENTION
The battery of the radio-oper-
ated key no longer has its full Unsuitable of improperly in-
charging capacity. serted batteries.
Replace battery. Component damage
Locate speaker unit 2 in The battery symbol is dis- Use a battery compliant with
mount. played. the manufacturer's specifica-
tions.
When inserting the battery, Multifunction display With the exception of the Au-
make sure that the polarity is
Selecting menu
dio area, the Settings 4
correct. menu can only be called with the
53
Insert the new battery with the motorcycle at a standstill.
positive side up.
Battery type
Operation
for Keyless Ride radio-oper-
ated key
CR 2032
Press button 2 to step through
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Install seal 1 and battery
cover 2. the sequence of menus, starting
Red LED in instrument cluster with the Dynamic ESA menu. The selected menu is displayed
flashes. Each successive press of but- in position 1. The selected sub-
The remote-control is again ton 2 opens the next menu; the menu 2 is marked by a border.
ready to be used. total number of menus depends
on the equipment options fitted NOTICE
on the motorcycle.
A list of all the menus can be
You can also use button 1 to di-
found in the separate Quick Ref-
rectly access your predefined
erence Guide.
favorite menu.
Selecting menu item Setting parameters
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Operation
Operation
Resetting settings Selecting from a list Setting numerical values
You can reset average values A circle 1 beside each selectable If there are individual or multiple
marked with an arrow 1 by long- item means that the items are numerical values between the z
pressing the Multi-Controller to part of a selection list. A circle arrows 1, you can increase the
the right. with a dot indicates the item that values by turning the Multi-Con-
is currently selected. troller up or reduce the values by
If you want to change the se- turning it down. By pressing the
lection, move the cursor to an- Multi-Controller to the right or
other item in the list and press left, you can change between the
the Multi-Controller to the right values.
to either activate or deactivate
the parameter you selected.
Exiting menu
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Operation
Operation
Time format - Date Speedo: digital speedome-
Hold down button 1. format: Date in day ter.
The rhomboid symbol is . month . year format Using the Multi-Controller,
shown on the right next to (dd . mm . yy) or in month / make the desired adjustments.
day / year format (mm / dd / z
the selected menu.
yy) Onboard computer
The menu you have selected Time format - GPS Selecting display readings
will subsequently be called up time: Accept GPS time and
GPS date from the built-in Call up the Info menu and
whenever you press button 1.
navigation system (On), (Off) select the item of information
Adapting mode of of your choice.
Brightness: Brightness
presentation of the display and the instru-
Switch on ignition. ments
Call up the Settings menu Start logo: Show start
and select User. logo after the ignition is
The settings you can choose are switched on (On), (Off)
as follows: Fact. settings: Re-
store factory defaults (when
Date: Current date
4 Oil level: Engine-oil level
Elec. voltage: electri-
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cal system voltage
Off: No reading
Reset average data
Call up the Info menu and
Operation
Operation
Push the Multi-Controller 1 to
the right and hold it in this po-
sition to reset the travel time. z
Timing continues even if you
select some other reading or Press Multi-Controller 1 to
switch off the ignition. Open the Trip menu with
right and hold until tripmeter 2
Multi-Controller 1, then select
Time during which the mo- has been reset.
the desired tripmeter 2.
torcycle was on the move
since the last reset. The following counters can be
displayed:
Time during which the mo- Tripmeter 1 (Trip 1)
torcycle was at a standstill Tripmeter 2 (Trip 2)
since the last reset. Automatic trip meter
(Trip Auto., resets
automatically eight hours after
ignition OFF).
Emergency on/off The engine can be switched torcycle is very heavily loaded.
4 switch (kill switch) off easily and quickly using the In this case, the headlamp range
emergency on/off switch. must be adjusted to the weight.
60
NOTICE
If there are doubts as to the cor-
rect headlight range, have the
Operation
Operation
The headlights automatically Parking light
A swiveling lever is used for come on in their low-beam mode Switch off ignition.
the headlight range adjustment. as soon as you start the engine.
Position A for light loads (rider z
only) High-beam headlight and
Position B for rider and lug- headlight flasher
gage
Position C for heavy loads (with
pillion passenger)
Lights
Parking lamps
The parking lamps come on au- Immediately after switching off
tomatically when the ignition is the ignition, push button 1 to
switched on. the left and hold it until the
Press switch 1 toward front to parking lights come on.
switch on high beams.
Switch ignition on and then off Turn indicators
4 again to switch off parking light.
Operate turn indicator
62 Operate additional LED Switch on ignition.
headlight
with additional LED
headlight OA
Operation
NOTICE
Press button 1 to switch on
The auxiliary headlights are the additional LED headlights.
approved for use as fog lights The telltale light shows.
z and may only be used in poor
weather conditions. Comply with
the country-specific road traffic Press button 1 toward left to
If this warning symbol ap-
regulations. switch on left-hand turn indica-
pears it tells you that the
tor.
onboard system voltage is low. If
applicable, the additional head- Press button 1 toward right
lights might have been temporar- to switch on right-hand turn
ily switched off. indicator.
Press button 1 again to switch Press button 1 into center po-
off the additional LED head- sition to switch off turn indica-
lights. tors.
Turn indicator cancella-
tion
NOTICE
4
This menu cannot be called up 63
The turn indicators automati- while the motorcycle is on the
cally switch off when the de- move.
fined driving time and distance
have been reached.
Operation
Hazard warning
flashers Press button 1 to switch on
hazard warning flashers.
Operating hazard warning Ignition can be switched off.
flashers
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To switch off the hazard warn-
Switch on ignition ( 46). ing flashers, switch on the igni-
tion as required, then press the
NOTICE button 1 once again.
Select Off (once) to de-
The hazard warning flashers activate the ASC until the next
place a strain on the battery. ASC
time the ignition is switched
Do not use the hazard warning Switching ASC function on.
flashers for longer than absolutely off and on When the ASC is switched
necessary. Switch on ignition. off the ASC warning lamp
Open the Settings menu lights up.
and select the ASC option. Select On to activate the ASC.
Alternate method: Switch the
ignition off and then on.
ASC warning lamp goes with Dynamic ESA OE
4 out; if the self-diagnosis The suspension settings also ad-
routine has not been completed, just to the selected scenario.
64 the ASC warning lamp begins to
flash. Setting riding mode
Switch on ignition ( 46).
Riding mode
Use of the riding modes
Operation
Operation
The following driving mode can Switching on cruise
also be selected: control
DYNA: for brisk riding on dry
roads. Briefly press button 1 forward.
When the vehicle is stationary, Adjustment range for
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the selected riding mode is ac- cruise control (gear-de-
tivated after approx. 2 seconds. pendent)
While the motorcycle is mov-
ing, the new riding mode will 6...130 mph (10...210 km/h)
only be activated if the accel- Indicator lamp for cruise-
erator twist-grip is in the zero control system lights up.
position.
After the new riding mode Push switch 1 to right. The motorcycle maintains your
is activated, the symbols for Button 2 is unlocked. current cruising speed and the
coolant temperature and fuel setting is saved.
level are displayed again.
The riding mode selected and
its associated engine-charac-
Acceleration Decreasing speed Deactivate cruise control
4 Actuate brakes, clutch or throt-
66 tle grip (take back throttle be-
yond back position) to deacti-
vate cruise-control system.
Cruise control indicator light
goes out.
Operation
Operation
Adjust the spring preload
you might have intended slowing
only when the motorcycle is
to a lower speed.
stationary.
Indicator lamp for cruise-
Park the motorcycle, ensuring
control system lights up. Push switch 1 to left. that the support surface is firm
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The system is deactivated. and level.
Button 2 is locked.
Spring preload
Setting
It is essential to set the spring
preload to suit the load carried by
the motorcycle. Increase spring
preload when the vehicle is heav-
ily loaded and reduce spring
preload accordingly when the
vehicle is lightly loaded. Pull bottom of cover 1 slightly
outward at position 2.
To avoid damaging the cover To reduce the spring preload,
4 and the mounts, lift off cover at turn the adjustment knob 1
the positions 3. counterclockwise using the
68 tool 2.
Basic setting of spring
preload, rear
Operation
6 clicks counterclockwise
(One-up without load) running gear and responds to
Turn adjuster wheel as far as them by adjusting the damper
possible clockwise, then 4 valves. As a result, the running
gear is adjusted to the conditions
clicks counterclockwise (One-
of the ground.
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up with load)
In addition, the damping char-
Turn adjuster wheel as far as acteristic can be made harder
possible clockwise, then 2 (HARD) or softer (SOFT) relative
clicks counterclockwise (Two- to the normal setting (NORMAL).
up with load)
To increase damping, turn ad-
with Pro riding modes OE
justment screw 1 clockwise.
Electronic suspension The suspension setting depends
To decrease damping, turn ad-
justment screw 1 counterclock- adjustment on the riding mode selected.
Damping set by the riding mode
wise. with Dynamic ESA OE
can be changed by the rider.
Adjust chassis Hard: Sporty, performance- One-up with luggage
4 Start engine. oriented damping
Select the damping charac-
70 Two-up (with luggage)
NOTICE teristic you want or move the
cursor down to set the vehicle
The damping cannot be adjusted load. Select the vehicle load variant
while the motorcycle is being you want.
ridden. NOTICE The suspension adjusts to suit
Operation
Call up the ESA menu. the new setting and the Dy-
The load setting cannot be ad- namic ESA display changes
justed while the motorcycle is accordingly. The symbols for
underway. vehicle load and damping char-
z acteristic are grayed while ad-
justment is in progress.
Clutch
Adjusting clutch lever
WARNING
The possible settings for the
Adjusting the clutch lever
damping characteristic appear
while driving.
on the display. The possible settings for vehicle
load appear on the display. Accident hazard
Soft: Comfortable damping
One-up Only adjust the clutch lever
Normal: Normal damping when the motorcycle is
stationary.
Brakes
Adjusting handbrake lever
NOTICE
4
The adjustment wheel can be 71
WARNING turned more easily if you press
the handbrake lever forward
Adjusting the brake lever when doing so.
while driving.
Accident hazard Four settings are available:
Operation
Only adjust the brake lever Position 1: smallest distance
when the motorcycle is between handlebar grip and
Turn adjusting wheel 1 into brake lever.
desired position. stationary.
Position 4: largest distance
NOTICE between handlebar grip and z
brake lever.
The adjustment wheel can be
turned more easily if you press Hill Start Control
the clutch lever forward when with Hill Start Control OE
doing so.
Four settings are available: Hill Start Control
Position 1: smallest distance Operating
between handlebar grip and
clutch lever. Turn adjusting wheel 1 into ATTENTION
Position 4: largest distance desired position.
Switching off the engine or
between handlebar grip and ignition, folding out the side
clutch lever. stands, timeout (approx. 20
minutes) or in the event of a display light up briefly and then
4 fault. the Hill Start Control indicator
Drive-off assistant brake failure. lamp goes out when the brake
72 is fully released.
It is imperative to secure
the motorcycle by manual Hill Start Control is now
braking. switched off.
NOTICE Tyres
Operation
Operation
level.
Check tyre pressures against running.
data below. Open the Handle heat.
menu.
Tire pressure, front
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36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire
Symbol 1 appears on the display,
cold)
indicating that the handlebar grip
Tire pressure, rear heating is ON.
NOTICE
Operation
The instrument cluster may only
be adjusted when the motorcycle
The passenger seat can be Symbol 1 appears on the display, is stationary.
heated at two levels. The second indicating that the rear seat heat-
level is used for fast heat-up of ing is ON. z
the seat; then the switch should
be switched back to the first If this warning symbol ap-
level. pears it tells you that the
2 Switch in middle position: onboard system voltage is low. If
Heating off. applicable, the seat heating might
3 Switch in one-dot position: have been temporarily switched
50 % heating output. off.
4 Switch in two-dot position:
100 % heating output. Move instrument cluster 1 to
desired position by pressing
firmly on the top or bottom
edge. When doing so, make
sure to press in the center so
as to ensure the adjustment is the position it was in before the After a delay of a few seconds
4 even. ignition was switched off. the windscreen again attempts
to move to the bottom limit
76 Mirrors position.
Adjust mirrors There is no guarantee that the
pressure-sensitive finger guard
system will function correctly if a
windscreen that does not have
Operation
Operation
heat-sensitive objects in the Damage to objects housed here,
stowage compartments. particularly electronic devices
such as cell phones and MP3
Using right-hand stow players.
compartment Refer to the operating z
with audio system OE instructions of the electronic
Use the ignition key to open device for possible usage
or close lock 1 of the stowage restrictions.
compartment.
In summer, do not place
Push unlocked lock barrel
heat-sensitive objects in the
downward to open lid.
stowage compartments.
ATTENTION
Central locking system
High temperatures in the
Locking
storage compartments, es-
pecially in summer. with central locking system OE
Damage to objects housed here, Use the ignition key to open
particularly electronic devices or close lock 1 of the stowage
compartment.
with audio system OE
4 The storage compartment in
the right side fairing panel is
78
locked.
with Topcase OA
The topcase is locked.
These locks cannot subse-
quently be unlocked manually.
Operation
Emergency unlocking
Operation
with central locking system OE
If the central locking system re- First turn the key in the top-
fuses to unlock, you can open case lock 45 past the LOCK
the cases, topcase and stowage position, then turn it to the dot z
compartments manually. The position and press in the lock
procedure is as follows: barrel.
Remove case ( 155). The release lever pops open.
Open case ( 154). Logon of remote controls Press button 2 on the remote
control three times.
with central locking system OE
One acoustic signal sounds.
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA) OE Within ten seconds, switch off
the ignition.
without Keyless Ride OE
You can now proceed to log on
If a remote control has been mis- all the remote controls.
laid and a replacement acquired Step through the following pro-
or if you are going to use an ad- cedure with each remote con-
ditional remote control, you must trol in turn:
4 remote controls have been Switch on the ignition.
4 logged on.
After logon of the first remote
80 control, no button was pressed
for approx. 30 seconds.
Synchronizing the
remote-control units
Operation
Operation
serted batteries.
control unit fails to light up when Component damage
a button is pressed, or only lights Use a battery compliant with
up briefly: the manufacturer's specifica-
Replace the battery in the tions.
remote-control unit.
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When inserting the battery,
make sure that the polarity is
correct. Press button 1 twice.
LED 3 flashes for several sec-
Insert the new battery with the onds.
positive side up. The remote-control is again
Battery type ready to be used.
(DWA) OE
DWA Adapting ( 84).
Switch off ignition.
Activation takes 30 seconds to
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Turn indicators are illuminated To deactivate the motion sen-
Press button 1 on the remote
twice. sor (for example if you are
key or radio-operated key
Confirmation tone sounds about to transport the motor-
twice.
twice (if programmed). cycle on a train and the sway-
DWA is switched on. NOTICE ing movement of the moving
train could trip the alarm), press
Activation with remote See also the other functions of button 1 on the remote key or
key or radio-operated key the remote control for the central radio-operated key again during
locking system. the activation phase.
NOTICE Activation takes 30 seconds to Turn indicators are illuminated
Only motorcycles without Key- complete. three times.
less Ride have a separate remote Turn indicators are illuminated Confirmation tone sounds three
twice. times (if programmed).
Motion sensor is deactivated. an authorized BMW Motorrad The meanings of the flash codes
Alarm
retailer. are as follows: 4
1 flash: Motion sensor 1
The alarm can be triggered by 83
2 flashes: Motion sensor 2
the motion sensor 3 flashes: ignition switched on
an attempt to use an unau- with unauthorized key
thorized key to switch on the 4 flashes: DWA disconnected
ignition from motorcycle battery
Operation
disconnecting the DWA from 5 flashes: Motion sensor 3
the motorcycle battery (DWA
battery takes over the power Deactivation without
supply alarm sound only, haz- remote key or radio-
ard warning lights do not flash) You can cancel an alarm at any operated key z
time without deactivating the Emergency on/off switch (kill
If the DWA battery is discharged alarm system by pressing but- switch) in normal operating po-
all functions remain operational; ton 2 on the remote key or radio- sition.
the only difference is that the operated key. Switch on the ignition.
alarm cannot be set off if the
system is disconnected from the Turn indicators light up once.
If an alarm was triggered while
motorcycle battery. Confirmation tone sounds once
the motorcycle was unattended,
(if programmed).
the rider is notified accordingly
An alarm lasts for approximately DWA is now switched off.
by an alarm tone sounding once
26 seconds. During the alarm, when the ignition is switched on. To deactivate the motion sen-
an alarm tone sounds and the The alarm system indicator lamp sor (for example if you are
turn indicators flash. The type then signals the reason for the about to transport the motorcy-
of alarm sound can be set by alarm for one minute. cle on a train and the swaying
movement of the moving train
could trip the alarm), call up Confirmation tone sounds three
4 the Settings menu before times (if programmed). NOTICE
switching off the ignition. DWA is armed, the motion If the alarm function is
84 Select Vehicle - Alarm sensor is deactivated. deactivated by means of the
syst. - Sensor. remote control and the ignition
Deactivation with remote
then not switched on, the
key or radio-operated key alarm function is automatically
reactivated after 30 seconds if
Operation
DWA Adapting
Select Off (once) to Press button 2 on the remote with anti-theft alarm system
switch off the motion sensor key or radio-operated key once. (DWA) OE
this once.
Switch off ignition. NOTICE Call up the Settings
Activation takes 30 seconds to menu and select Vehicle -
See also the other functions of
complete.
the remote control for the central
Alarm syst..
Turn indicators are illuminated
locking system.
three times.
when the alarm is switched on
or off. 4
Operat. tone - Off:
Turn indicators flash as only 85
confirmation when anti-theft
alarm is switched on or off.
Make the desired adjustment
using the Multi-Controller.
Operation
The following settings are avail- Rider's seat Remove front seat 1 from seat
able: Removing rider`s seat bracket 3 by pulling to the rear.
Automatic - On: Anti- z
theft alarm system is activated with seat heating OE
automatically when the ignition Disconnect electrical plug 2 for
is switched off. seat heater.
Automatic - Off: Anti-
Remove front seat and place
theft alarm system has to be
on a clean and dry surface with
activated with the remote
upholstered side facing down.
control when the ignition is
switched off.
Alarm tone: Type of alarm
Turn ignition key 2 clockwise.
tone.
Lift up front seat 1 slightly at
Operat. tone - On:
the rear.
Turn indicators flash and one
tone sounds as confirmation
Installing driver's seat
4 with seat heating OE
86
Operation
Locate front seat lugs 2 in the Pull latch 1 to the front and
rubber buffers 1 on the left and remove adjusting plate 2.
z Connect plug 1 of the seat right.
heating. Lower the rear of the rider`s
seat and engage the seat in
the latching mechanism.
Adjusting front-seat
height
Removing rider`s seat ( 85).
Operation
Remove screws 1.
Pull the rear seat slightly for- Disconnect plug 1 of the seat
ward and lift the seat slightly. heating and remove the rear z
seat.
Insert the adjuster plate into
mounts 2 in the desired posi- Lay the seat on the cover side
tion and then press it into the on a clean surface.
catch 1.
Installing driver's seat ( 86).
Passenger seat
Remove passenger seat
Switch off ignition.
Removing rider`s seat ( 85).
Install the passenger seat
4 with seat heating OE
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Operation
Install screws 1.
Riding
Shifting gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 z
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Fastening motorcycle for trans-
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Safety information Do not exceed the gross with tank backpack OA
5 Rider's Equipment
weight limit and observe the Observe maximum payload of
loading information. tank rucksack.
90 Do not ride without the correct
clothing. Always wear: Adjust spring preload and Payload of tank rucksack
damping rate for the current
Helmet
gross vehicle weight.
Rider's suit
Ensure that case volumes on max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
Gloves
Riding
Riding
of the tyres. Danger of suffocation
Accident hazard caused by tyre Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Do not run the engine with the
spark-plug cap removed
damage at excessively high Do not run the engine in
Stop the engine immediately if
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speed. closed rooms.
Observe the maximum permis- it misfires
sible speed for the tyres. Burn hazard Use unleaded fuel only
Comply with all specified main-
With winter tyres, the maximum tenance intervals.
CAUTION
permissible speed for the tyres
must be observed. Engine and exhaust system
Attach a label specifying the become very hot when the ATTENTION
maximum permissible speed in motorcycle is in use. Unburned fuel in the catalytic
the field of view of the instrument Burn hazard converter.
cluster. After parking the motorcycle, Damage to the catalytic con-
make sure that no persons verter.
or objects come into contact Note the points listed for
with the engine and exhaust protection of the catalytic
system. converter.
Danger of overheating Do not make any without Dynamic ESA OE
5 modifications. Adjusting damping on rear
ATTENTION wheel ( 69).
92 Observe checklist
Engine idling for a lengthy with Dynamic ESA OE
period while at a standstill. Use the following checklist to
Adjust chassis ( 70).
Overheating caused by insuffi- check your motorcycle at regu-
cient cooling. In extreme cases, lar intervals. Check engine oil level ( 119).
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the motorcycle could catch fire. Before every journey: Checking front brake pad thick-
Do not allow the engine to idle ness ( 120).
Function of the brake system
z unnecessarily. Checking rear brake pad thick-
Function of the lighting and
After starting, ride off ness ( 121).
signal system
immediately. Check front brake fluid level
Check clutch function ( 126).
( 122).
Checking tire tread depth
Modifications Checking rear brake fluid level
( 126).
( 123).
ATTENTION Firm seating of cases and lug-
Check coolant level ( 124).
gage
Modifications to the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine control At every third refuelling stop: Starting
unit, throttle valves, clutch). without Dynamic ESA OE Starting the engine
Damage to the affected parts, Adjusting spring preload at rear Switch on ignition.
failure of safety-relevant func- wheel ( 67). Pre-Ride-Check in progress
tions. Damage caused in this ( 93)
way is not covered by the war- ABS self-diagnosis is
ranty. performed ( 94)
ASC self-diagnosis in progress chapter "Technical Data" may
( 95) provide assistance. ( 168) 5
Engage neutral, or pull back
clutch lever if a gear is en- Pre-Ride-Check 93
gaged. The instrument cluster runs a
test of the 'General' warning light
NOTICE when the ignition is switched on:
this is the "Pre-Ride-Check".
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You cannot start the motorcycle
with the side stand extended and Phase 1
a gear engaged. The engine will Press starter button 1.
switch itself off if it is started with
shows yellow. z
the transmission in neutral and NOTICE
then a gear is engaged before The starting attempt is automati- The instrument pointers move
retracting the side stand. cally interrupted if battery voltage once from the beginning to the
For cold starts and at low is too low. Recharge the battery end of the scale.
ambient temperatures: pull the before you attempt to start the
lever to disengage the clutch engine again, or use jumper ca- Phase 2
and twist the throttle grip bles and a donor battery to start. shows red.
slightly. More detailed information can
be found in the "Maintenance"
chapter under "Jump-starting." Phase 3
General warning light goes out
Engine starts.
and display changes to operat-
If the engine fails to start, the
ing data.
troubleshooting table in the
If the 'General' warning lamp Phase 1
5 does not show: Check on system components
ABS self-diagnosis rou-
tine not completed
monitored by diagnostic sys-
94 WARNING tem while vehicle is parked. ABS is not available, as the
Faulty general warning light. flashes. self-diagnosis routine was not
Lack of display of malfunctions. completed. (The motorcycle
Check that the 'General' warn- must reach a specified mini-
Phase 2 mum speed before the system
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Phase 1 Try to do most of your rid-
cycle must reach a specified
Check on system components ing during this initial period on
minimum speed before the
monitored by the diagnostic system can check operation of
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- z
system while vehicle is parked. ing high-speed main roads and
the wheel sensors: min 3 mph
flashes slowly. highways if possible.
(min 5 km/h))
Observe the engine run-in
If an ASC error is indicated fol- speeds.
lowing completion of the ASC
Phase 2 Engine break-in speeds
self-diagnosis routine:
Checking the diagnosable sys- It remains possible to continue
tem components while the mo- riding. It must be noted that
torcycle is moving. <5000 min-1 (Odometer read-
the ASC function is not avail-
flashes slowly. ing 0...621 miles (0...1000 km))
able.
Have the malfunction corrected no full throttle (Odometer
as soon as possible at an au- reading 0...621 miles
ASC self-diagnosis (0...1000 km))
thorized workshop, preferably
completed
an authorized BMW Motorrad
ASC warning lamp goes out. retailer.
Tires erated. This is not an automatic
5 Carrying out the first
running-in check New tires have a smooth sur- transmission. The rider is an es-
face. This must be roughened by sential part of the system and
96 makes the decision as to when
311...746 miles riding in a restrained manner at
(500...1200 km) various lean angles until the tires to change gear.
are run in. This running in proce-
NOTICE
Brake pads dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.
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throttle closed (overrunning increasing force. This procedure
The gears are shifted into as mode) or when decelerating. provides ideal exploitation of the
usual with foot force on the To be able to make another extra weight transfer to the front z
shift lever. gear shift using gear-shift as- wheel. The clutch should also be
sistance, the gear lever must disengaged at the same time.
The sensor 1 on the gear-lever
be fully released after the first With the extreme emergency
shaft detects the intention to
gear change. braking technique that motor-
change gear and initiates gear-
cyclists are often trained to use,
shift assistance.
Brakes whereby maximum braking force
When driving at constant
is applied as rapidly and as pow-
speed in low gears at high How do you achieve erfully as possible, the dynamic
revs, changing gear without the shortest stopping weight transfer cannot keep up
using the clutch can result in distances? with the increase in the deceler-
major load change reactions.
The dynamic load distribution be- ation rate so that the full braking
BMW Motorrad recommends
tween the front and rear wheel force cannot be transferred to
only changing gear using the
changes during braking. The the road surface.
clutch in such situations. The
shifting assistant should not heavier you brake, the greater
the weight transfer to the front
Locking up of the front wheel Delayed or poorer braking action Parking your
5 is prevented by BMW Motorrad must be expected in the follow- motorcycle
Integral ABS. ing situations:
98 When driving in the rain and Side stand
Descending mountain through puddles. Switch off engine.
passes After washing the vehicle.
When driving on roads spread ATTENTION
WARNING with salt.
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%, or with Flex Fuel.
Switch off engine. Refueling Fuels with a maximum ethanol
ATTENTION Fuel specifications content of 10 %, meaning z
For optimal fuel economy, the "E10," may be used for refuel-
Poor ground conditions in ing. Ethanol should satisfy the
area of stand. gasoline should be sulfur-free or
very low in sulfur content. quality standards for the US
Component damage caused by (ASTM 4806xx) and Canada
tipping over. ATTENTION (CGSB-3.511xx). xx - com-
Always check that the ground ply with the current standard in
under the stand is level and Leaded fuel. each case.
firm. Damage to the catalytic con-
verter. Recommended fuel qual-
ATTENTION Do not refuel with leaded gaso- ity
line or gasoline with metallic
Folding in of the main stand Super unleaded (max. 10 %
additives, e.g. manganese or
during strong movements. ethanol, E10)
iron.
Component damage caused by 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
tipping over. 89 AKI
Refueling procedure Place motorcycle on the center
5 stand, ensuring that it is resting
WARNING on a firm and level support sur-
100 face.
Fuel is highly flammable.
Fire and explosion hazard.
Do not smoke. Never bring
a naked flame near the fuel
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tank.
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heat with overfilled fuel tank.
Reserve fuel quantity Accident hazard
After-running period for
Do not overfill the fuel tank. opening the fuel filler cap z
Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
ATTENTION 2 min
Press fuel tank cap down firmly
to close. Fuel attacks plastic surfaces. There are 2 ways to open the
Remove vehicle key and close Surfaces become unattractive or fuel filler cap:
protective cap. cloudy. Within the run-on time
Immediately clean plastic parts After run-on time expires
Refueling procedure after contact with fuel.
with Keyless Ride OE Version 1
Place motorcycle on center with Keyless Ride OE
Steering lock is unlocked. stand, ensuring that it is resting
on a firm and level support sur- Within the run-on time
WARNING face.
with Keyless Ride OE
Fuel is highly flammable.
Fire and explosion hazard. Switch off ignition ( 49).
Slowly pull lug 1 of fuel filler new level and the fuel warning
5 cap upward again. lamp will not be switched off.
Fuel filler cap unlocked.
102
Open fuel filler cap completely. NOTICE
The "usable fuel quantity" indi-
cated in the Technical data is the
fuel quantity, which can be refu-
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Version 2 Refuel with a fuel meeting the Approx. 6.6 gal (Approx. 25 l)
with Keyless Ride OE specifications above, continu-
ing until fuel is no higher than Reserve fuel quantity
After run-on time expires lower edge of filler neck.
Bring radio-operated key into
reception range. NOTICE Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Slowly pull up lug 1. Press fuel filler cap of fuel tank
When refueling after running on
The indicator light for the down firmly.
reserve, make sure that you top
radio-operated key flashes as Fuel filler cap audibly engages.
up the tank to a level above re-
long as the radio-operated key Fuel filler cap automatically
serve, as otherwise the sensor
is being searched for. locks after run-on time expires.
will not be able to register the
The engaged fuel filler cap
locks immediately when the 5
steering lock is locked or dur-
ing starting. 103
Fastening motorcycle
for transport
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Protect all component surfaces
against which straps are routed
against scratching. For exam- z
ATTENTION ATTENTION
ple, use adhesive tape or soft
cloths. Motorcycle tips to the side Pinching of components.
when raising. Component damage
Component damage cause by Do not pinch components,
tipping over. e.g. brake lines or wiring
Secure the motorcycle against harnesses.
tipping to the side, preferably Pass the straps over the fork
with the assistance of a second bridge on the left and right and
person. tighten down.
Push motorcycle onto transport
surface, and do not place on
side stand or center stand.
5
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BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
TPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
z
Riding mode panied by a corresponding re- faces (wet blacktop or wet cob-
6 Riding mode selection
duction in the support furnished blestones) that an obvious ten-
by ASC. dency toward drift will be noticed
106 Three riding modes allow the Therefore, consider the following at the rear of the vehicle.
motorcycle's characteristics to when selecting the riding mode:
adapt to the prevailing weather the more dynamic the setting, ROAD mode
conditions, the road and traffic, the greater the demands on the The point at which the ASC sys-
and the rider's style of riding: skill of the rider! tem intervenes is later than in
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NAMIC modes, damping vari- turned back.
closed when changing gear
ants HARD, NORMAL and under acceleration.
SOFT can be selected. Gear Shift Assistant During deceleration and down-
Pro shifts (throttle plate closed) the
Default setting for:
RAIN: SOFT with Pro shift assistant OE system blips the throttle to ob-
tain the correct engine speed.
ROAD: NORMAL Your motorcycle is equipped with Shifting times are faster than
with Pro riding modes OE a gear-shift assistance function when the clutch is used to
originally developed for racing change gears.
DYNAMIC: HARD
but now specially adapted for z
Changing between riding touring use. It allows you upshift For the system to detect the rid-
modes and downshift under almost any er's intention to change gear,
A newly selected mode govern- load conditions and in virtually all the previously stationary gear
ing the engine-management and engine-speed ranges without op- lever must be moved in the de-
ASC functionality cannot be im- erating the clutch or accelerator. sired direction against the force
plemented while drive torque of the spring and with a certain
is being transmitted to the rear amount of "overtravel" at a stan-
wheel. dard to rapid travel speed, and
then maintained in this posi- gear to be engaged. Over- Hill Start Control relies on partial
6 tion until execution of the shift revving is thus prevented. ingetration of the ABS system
is completed. No additional in- to prevent the motorcycle from
108 crease in shifting force is nec- Maximum engine speed rolling back on hills, making it un-
essary during the gear shifting ncessary for the rider to maintain
process. After the gear change constant pressure on the brake
is completed, the gear lever must max 9000 min-1 lever when starting on a slope.
be fully released before the Gear When Hill Start Control is acti-
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ing force is reduced to zero. If
sure, the wheels begin to lock
ATTENTION braking is carried out in this sit-
and driving stability is lost, and
uation, ABS must reduce the
a fall can result. Before this sit-
Spinning of the rear wheel brake pressure to ensure driv-
uation occurs, ABS is activated
with the front brake applied ing stability when restoring con-
and the brake pressure is ad-
(Burn Out) is prevented by tact to the road. At this point in
justed to the maximum transfer-
the integral function. time, the BMW Motorrad Integral
able braking force. This enables
Damage to rear-wheel brake and ABS must assume extremely low
the wheels to continue to turn
clutch. friction coefficients (gravel, ice,
and maintains driving stability re-
Do not attempt Burn Outs. snow) so that the running wheels
gardless of the road surface con-
turn in every imaginable case and z
dition.
How does the Integral the driving stability is ensured.
ABS work? After detecting the actual con-
The maximum braking force that ditions, the system adjusts the
can be transferred to the road optimum brake pressure.
surface is partially dependent on
the friction coefficient of the road
surface. Gravel, ice, snow and
wet roads offer a considerably
In what ways is the torcycle can also flip end over be adopted to driving skills and
6 Integral ABS noticeable end. road conditions.
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ble for adapting his/her driving
style. cornering, loose luggage on the
WARNING
Do not reduce the additional motorcycle), especially when ap-
Failure to have maintenance safety function with careless proaching the limits imposed by
performed on the brake sys- riding or unnecessary risks. the laws of physics.
tem regularly. The system is not optimized for
Accident hazard BMW Motorrad ASC the special conditions encoun-
To ensure that the ABS is in tered under extreme weather
How does ASC work? during off-road and race-track
a properly maintained condi-
tion, it is vital that the specified BMW Motorrad ASC compares use. BMW Motorrad ASC can be
service intervals be observed. the wheel speeds of the front switched off under these condi- z
and rear wheels. From the speed tions.
Reserves for safety difference the slip, and with it
the stability reserves on the rear WARNING
But remember: the potentially
wheel are determined. When a
shorter braking distances which Risky riding style.
slip limit is exceeded, the engine
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- Accident hazard despite ASC.
torque is adapted by the engine
mits must not be used as an ex-
management system.
cuse for careless riding. ABS is
primarily a means of ensuring a
The rider is always responsi- nosis routine must be completed
6 ble for adapting his/her driving before the error will be displayed.
Minimum speed for ASC
activation
style. The following non-standard
112 Do not reduce the system's ex- operating conditions may lead min 6 mph (min 10 km/h)
tra safety margin with careless to automatic deactivation of
riding or unnecessary risks. BMW Motorrad ASC: If the front wheel loses contact
Riding on the rear wheel (per- with the ground under extreme
Special situations forming Wheelies) for an ex- acceleration, the ASC reduces
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As lean angles increase, accel- tended period with the ASC the engine torque, maintain-
eration potential is also progres- deactivated. ing the reduction until the front
sively restricted by the laws of Spinning the rear wheel with wheel makes contact with the
physics. This can result in de- the front brake applied and the ground again.
layed acceleration when exiting motorcycle stationary (Burn BMW Motorrad recommends
very tight curves. Out). that you respond to this condi-
Warm-up on the center or aux- tion by twisting back the throttle
The system compares the rota- iliary stand at idle or with gear grip somewhat to return to stable
tion speeds of the front and rear engaged. dynamic operating conditions as
z wheels to detect any tendency quickly as possible.
for the rear wheel to spin or lose Switching the ignition off and on
traction. If the system registers again and then riding the mo- On a slippery surface, the throttle
implausible data for an extended torcycle at more than a specific grip should never be suddenly
period of time it will deactivate minimum speed reactivates the twisted back completely unless
the ASC functionality as safety ASC. the clutch is disengaged at
precaution and a display will alert the same time. The engine's
you to an ASC error. A self-diag- braking torque could cause the
rear wheel to lock, resulting in
unstable vehicle conditions. Tire inflation pressure
BMW Motorrad ASC is unable to
Minimum speed for
transmission of TPC ranges 6
intervene effectively under these
measured data: The TPC control unit distin- 113
conditions.
guishes between three inflation
min 6 mph (min 10 km/h) pressure ranges matched to the
TPC Before initial reception of the tire motorcycle:
with Tire Pressure Control inflation pressure, -- is shown Inflation pressure within the
(TPC) OE in the display for each tire. The
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permissible tolerance.
sensors continue to transmit the Inflation pressure at the limits
Function measured readings for some af- of the permissible tolerance.
A sensor is located in each tire, ter the vehicle comes to a stop. Inflation pressure outside the
which measures the air temper- permissible tolerance.
Duration of measured
ature and the inflation pressure
data transmission after
inside the tire and sends these Temperature
motorcycle is stationary:
values to the control unit. compensation
The sensors are equipped with a min 15 min The tire inflation pressure is tem-
centrifugal governor, which does If an TPC control unit is fitted but perature dependent, i.e. it in-
not enable the transmission of creases or decreases together
z
the wheels have no sensors, a
the measured readings until the fault message is generated. with the tire air temperature. The
defined minimum speed is ex- tire temperature is dependent on
ceeded for the first time. the outside temperature, the rid-
ing style and the length of the
journey.
compensated with the air pres- ESA
6 The tire pressures are
shown adjusted for tem-
sure tester at the filling station.
with Dynamic ESA OE
114 perature on the multifunction
display and are always relative Example Adjustment options
to the following tire air temper- Using the Dynamic ESA elec-
ature: tronic suspension adjustment
According to the Rider's Man- system you can easily adjust your
68 F (20 C) ual, the tire pressure should
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116
Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
7
117
Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Maintenance
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Wheel rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 z
Muffler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
General instructions Tool kit 3 Install the passenger seat
7 The "Maintenance" chapter de- Standard tool kit
( 88).
4 Open-ended wrench
118 scribes work involving the check-
Wrench size: 8/10 mm
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort. Service tool kit
If special tightening torques are
Maintenance
Maintenance
higher the level of oil in the
sump.
Topping up engine oil
Read the oil level in the
Misinterpretation of the oil capac- Park the motorcycle, ensuring
display 1.
ity that the support surface is firm
Only check the oil level after and level.
a longer journey or when the z
engine is warm.
Switch off engine at operating
temperature.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
center stand.
Wait five minutes to allow oil to
drain to the oil pan. Specified level of engine
oil
Wipe area around oil filler
between MIN and MAX mark- opening to clean it.
ing
Remove the cover 2 on the oil Brake system Checking front brake pad
7 filler with the oil cover tool 1.
Checking brake operation thickness
Hold the oil cover tool 1 Park the motorcycle, ensuring
120 against the oil filler cover 2 and Actuate the handbrake lever.
that the support surface is firm
then turn it counterclockwise. Pressure point must be clearly
and level.
Check engine oil level ( 119). perceptible.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
ATTENTION Pressure point must be clearly
Maintenance
perceptible.
Too little or too much engine
If no clear pressure points are
oil.
perceptible:
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil ATTENTION
level is correct.
z Improper working on the
Add engine oil up to specified brake system.
level.
Endangering of the operating Visually inspect left and right
Engine oil, quantity for safety of the brake system. brake pads to determine their
topping up Have all work on the brake sys- thickness. Viewing direction:
tem carried out by experts. between wheel and front
max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l) (Dif- suspension toward brake
Have the brakes checked at an
ference between MIN and pads 1.
authorized workshop, preferably
MAX)
an authorized BMW Motorrad
Check engine oil level ( 119). retailer.
Install the oil filler cover 2.
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys- 7
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their 121
minimum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
Maintenance
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Conduct a visual inspection of
Front brake-pad wear Checking rear brake pad the brake pad thickness. View-
limit thickness ing direction: between splash
0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only friction Park the motorcycle, ensuring guard and rear wheel toward
material without carrier plate. that the support surface is firm brake pads 1. z
Wear markings (grooves) must and level.
be clearly visible.)
If the wear indicators are no
longer clearly visible:
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness.
Reduced braking action. Damage
to the brake.
pads are not worn beyond their
7 minimum thickness.
122 Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
level
Check brake fluid level in front
Rear brake-pad wear WARNING brake-fluid reservoir 1.
limit
Insufficient brake fluid in the NOTICE
0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only friction brake-fluid reservoir.
z material without carrier plate.) Considerably reduced braking The brake fluid level in the brake-
If wear limit is reached: performance caused by air in the fluid reservoir drops due to brake
brake system. pad wear.
WARNING Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness. Make sure ground is level and
Reduced braking action. Damage firm and place motorcycle on
to the brake. its center stand.
In order to ensure the operat- Move handlebars into straight-
ing reliability of the brake sys- ahead position.
tem, make sure that the brake
Checking rear brake fluid
level 7
123
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir.
Considerably reduced braking
Maintenance
performance caused by air in the
brake system.
Check level of brake fluid in
Front brake fluid level Check brake fluid level
rear brake-fluid reservoir 1.
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and NOTICE
Brake fluid, DOT4
firm and place motorcycle on z
The brake fluid level must The brake fluid level in the brake-
its center stand.
not fall below the MIN mark. fluid reservoir drops due to brake
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- pad wear.
tal, motorcycle standing up-
right)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by an autho-
rized workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Coolant
7 Check coolant level
124 Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Maintenance Allow the engine to cool down.
Maintenance
Locate side fairing panel 1 on
Remove screws 1. side panel 2, paying attention
to position of lugs.
Swivel side fairing panel 3 in-
ward. z
Open cap 1 of coolant expan- Lugs 4 are pressed into grom-
sion tank and add coolant up mets.
to specified level.
Check coolant level ( 124).
Close cap of coolant expansion
tank.
Maintenance
other tires, and can therefore The sensor rings required for
take no responsibility for their wheel speed detection must also
driving safety. match the installed control sys- ATTENTION
BMW Motorrad recommends tems and may not be replaced.
only using the tires tested and If you want to equip your Improper tire removal.
approved by BMW Motorrad. motorcycle with different wheels, Damage to the TPC sensors.
z
Detailed information can be please contact a specialist Inform a specialist service
obtained from your authorized service facility, preferably a facility or an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer or online BMW Motorrad retailer. In some BMW Motorrad retailer on the
at www.bmw-motorrad.com. cases the data stored in the fact that the wheel is equipped
control units can be adapted for with a TPC sensor.
Affect of wheel sizes the new wheel sizes. On motorcycles equipped with
on suspension control
TPC, there is a sticker on the
systems TPC sticker wheel near to the position of the
The wheel sizes play a major role with Tire Pressure Control TPC sensor. When changing the
in the ABS and ASC suspension- (TPC) OE tire, it is important to take care
control systems. The diameter not to damage the TPC sen-
and width of the wheels stored sor. Draw the attention of the
BMW Motorrad retailer or tire fit- caliper 2 back and forth against
7 ter to the TPC sensor. ATTENTION the brake rotor 3.
Pressing together the brake Carefully pull brake calipers
128 Remove front wheel back and outward to remove
pads with the brake caliper
Make sure ground is level and removed. them from the brake rotors.
firm and place motorcycle on
The brake caliper cannot be Raise front of motorcy-
its center stand.
mounted over the brake disc. cle, preferably using a
Maintenance
Maintenance
Remove screw 1. Pull quick-release axle 1 out Remove spacer bushing 1 from
Remove left axle clamping while supporting the front the wheel hub.
screw 2. wheel.
Slightly press the quick-release Place front wheel down and Install front wheel
axle inward for a better grip on roll it forward out of the front z
the right side. suspension. WARNING
Use of a wheel which does
not comply with series speci-
fications.
Malfunctions during control inter-
ventions by ABS and ASC.
Please see the information on
the effect of wheel sizes on the
ABS and ASC chassis control
systems at the beginning of
this chapter.
Mounting front wheel stand
7 ATTENTION ATTENTION ( 134).
130 Tightening of screwed con- Front wheel installation op-
nections with incorrect tight- posite the running direction.
ening torque. Accident hazard
Damage or loosening of screwed Observe running direction ar-
connections. rows on tire or rim.
Maintenance
Maintenance
Fix ABS sensor lead in retain-
ing clips 1 and 2.
Insert ABS sensor into socket
and fit screw 3.
Wheel speed sensor on
Install securing screws 4 on left fork z
and right with specified torque.
Joint compound: Micro-
Tighten the right-hand axle Brake caliper on tele- encapsulated or medium-
clamping screw 1 with the scopic forks strength screw lock
specified torque.
6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
28 lb/ft (38 Nm)
Clamping screw for
quick-release axle in Remove adhesive tape from Remove rear wheel
telescopic fork wheel rim.
Swing muffler outward
14 lb/ft (19 Nm) WARNING ( 133).
Remove front wheel stand. Brake pads do not contact
the brake disk.
systems at the beginning of
7 this chapter.
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ATTENTION
Tightening of screwed con-
nections with incorrect tight-
ening torque.
Maintenance
Maintenance
system.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle on its
center stand. Loosen screw 1 of clip.
Allow the muffler to cool down. Remove screw 2 and mounting
plate 3. z
Turn muffler 4 outward clock-
Turn muffler 1 counterclock-
wise.
wise until it rests on passenger
Mounting muffler footpeg bracket.
Install washer 2 and screw 3.
ATTENTION Muffler on footpeg
Tightening of screwed con- bracket
nections with incorrect tight-
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
ening torque.
Remove screws 1 at front with Damage or loosening of screwed
washer 2. connections.
Place the motorcycle on the
7 center stand or an auxiliary
stand before lifting it with the
134 BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
Maintenance
center stand.
Use basic stand with front
Slide clamp 1 as far forward Lay on muffler cover 3. wheel mount. The basic stand
as possible and position it with Install screws 1 at front with and its accessories are avail-
notch in nose (arrow). washer 2. able through your authorized
Tighten clamp. BMW Motorrad retailer.
z Front wheel stand
Clamp on muffler and
exhaust manifold Mounting front wheel
stand
16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad
front wheel stand without an
additional center or auxiliary
stand.
Component damage caused by Loosen mounting screw 1.
tipping over.
Push the two mounts 2 out- Light sources
ward, continuing until the front
Replacing bulbs for low- 7
supension fits between them.
Use locating pins 3 to set front beam headlight 135
wheel stand to desired height.
NOTICE
Center front wheel stand rela-
tive to front wheel and push it The alignment of connector,
against front axle. spring wire strap and bulb may
Maintenance
differ from that shown in the fol-
lowing illustrations.
ATTENTION
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
Lifting off of the main stand support surface is firm and
if the motorcycle is raised level.
too high. Switch off ignition.
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Component damage caused by
tipping over.
When raising the motorcy-
cle, make sure that the center
Align two mounts 2 so that
stand remains on the ground.
front suspension rests securely
on them. Apply uniform pressure to push
Tighten mounting screw 1. front wheel stand down and
raise motorcycle.
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136
Maintenance
Remove cover 1 by turning it Remove wire spring 1 from Insert bulb 2, ensuring that the
counterclockwise to replace catch and fold to one side. lug is in the correct position.
low-beam headlight bulb. Remove bulb 2.
NOTICE
z Replace defective light source.
The alignment of the bulb may
Bulbs for low-beam differ from the illustration.
headlight
Locate wire spring 1 in the
H7 / 12 V / 55 W catch.
To protect the glass against
soiling, only grasp the light
source by the base.
Disconnect plug 1.
Replacing bulb for high-
beam headlight 7
137
NOTICE
The description below steps you
through the procedure for replac-
ing the left bulb. Replacement is
Maintenance
carried out in the same way on
the right side.
Connect connector 1. Remove screws 1.
Make sure ground is level and Carefully remove speaker
firm and park motorcycle. unit 2, paying attention to the
Switch off ignition. electrical connector.
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Maintenance
Remove cover 1 by pulling on Release wire spring 1 from Fit bulb 2, ensuring that the lug
lever. catch on left and right and fold is in the correct position.
down.
Remove bulb 2. NOTICE
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Replace defective light source. The alignment of the bulb may
differ from the illustration.
Bulb for high-beam
Fit wire spring 1.
headlight
H1 / 12 V / 55 W
To protect the glass against
soiling, only grasp the light
Disconnect plug 1. source by the base.
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139
Maintenance
Connect connector 1. Connect electrical connector 1. Place speaker cover 1 in posi-
tion and fit screws 2.
Maintenance
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
with Pro Headlight OE
Lighting rings, integrated into
Maintenance
headlight
To prevent contaminants from Insert bulb holder 1 into head- Connect electrical connector 1.
being deposited on the glass light housing 2.
surface, always use a clean, dry
cloth to hold the light source.
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Maintenance
few minutes before disconnect- Compliance with the points be-
ing jumper cables. low is important in order to maxi-
Disconnect jumper cable from mize battery life:
negative terminals first, then Keep the surface of the battery
Remove the protective cap 1. disconnect second cable from clean and dry
Begin by connecting one end positive terminals. Do not open the battery z
of the red jumper cable to the Do not top up with water
NOTICE Be sure to read and comply
positive terminal 2 on the dis-
charged battery and the other with the instructions for charg-
To start the engine, do not use
end to the positive terminal of ing the battery on the following
start sprays or similar items.
the donor battery. pages
Install the protective cap. Do not turn the battery upside
Connect the black jumper ca-
ble to negative terminal on Installing battery cover down.
the donor battery and then to ( 147).
negative terminal 3 of the dis-
charged battery.
Run engine of donor vehicle
during jump-starting procedure.
Charge connected battery off) directly at the poles of the
7 ATTENTION disconnected battery.
Discharging of the connected ATTENTION
144
battery by the vehicle elec- ATTENTION
Charging of the connected
tronics (e.g. clock). battery on the battery termi- Unsuitable chargers con-
Total discharge of battery leading nals. nected to the power socket.
to a rejection of warranty claims. Damage to the motorcycle's Damage to charger and chassis
Maintenance
Maintenance
at the terminals of the discon-
nected battery. Remove negative battery ca-
ble 1 and rubber strap 2.
Charging disconnected
battery
Charge battery using a suitable z
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger. Switch off ignition.
Once battery is fully charged, Remove screws 1.
disconnect charger's terminal Remove battery cover.
clips from battery terminals.
with anti-theft alarm system
NOTICE (DWA) OE
Pull mounting plate on posi-
Switch off DWA if necessary. tion 1 outward and remove it
In the case of longer periods
when the motorcycle is not be- upward.
ing used, the battery must be
Lift battery slightly out of Install battery
7 holder sufficiently for positive
terminal to be accessible.
146
Maintenance
Maintenance
If the fuses blow frequently, have
the electrical system checked by
an authorized specialized work-
shop, preferably an authorized
Insert battery cover into BMW Motorrad retailer.
mount 1 and press it into Installing driver's seat ( 86). z
mounts 2.
ATTENTION
Bypassing defective fuses.
Risk of short circuit and fire.
Install screws 1.
Fuse assignments
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Maintenance
Fuse carrier
Fuse box
50 A (Fuse 1: Voltage regula-
z tor)
15 A (Slot 1: instrument clus-
ter, anti-theft alarm system
(DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic
socket, Topcase light)
7.5 A (Slot 2: left multifunction
switch, Tire Pressure Monitor
(TPM), audio system)
Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
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149
Onboard power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Accessories
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
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General instructions The safety, operation and suit- Onboard power sockets
8 ability of the parts and accessory
Connection of electrical
CAUTION products have been checked ex-
150 devices
tensively by BMW. Therefore,
Use of products from other BMW assumes responsibility for The ignition must be switched
manufacturers. these products. BMW shall not on before electrical devices
Safety risk be liable for unapproved parts connected to the power sock-
BMW Motorrad cannot exam- and accessory products of any ets can be operated.
Accessories
Accessories
switched off shortly after the ATTENTION
ignition is switched off.
Press catch release 1 and re-
Dust and dirt on contacts of move cover 2.
Automatic power socket the Mount Cradle.
cut-out after ignition is Damage to the contacts.
switched off Reinstall the cover after end of z
each drive.
max 15 min
NOTICE
In case of insufficient battery
voltage, the onboard sockets The locking system of the
are switched off to maintain the Mount Cradle offers no
ability to start the motorcycle. protection against theft.
If the maximum loadability Remove the navigation system
specified in the technical data and store in a safe place after First locate navigation device 1
is exceeded, the onboard every drive. in the cradle and then swing it
sockets are switched off. backwards 2.
Press on the navigation device ing catch 1 should be fully en-
8 at the upper edge until it en- gaged.
gages.
152 Operating the navigation
system
with preparation for navigation
system OE
Accessories
Removing navigation
device The options for using the nav-
Install cover 2.
with navigation system OA igation system appear on the
Check that the cover is secure display.
with preparation for navigation in the cradle. The top retain-
system OE Page: You can page from
view to view; the choices are
main menu, map and onboard Display Off: The display rendering manual entry of this
computer. of the navigation device is tog- information redundant. 8
Zoom +: Performs functions gled off and on.
marked with a minus sign + Select the function you want Time and date 153
in the navigation system. In and implement the function by The Navigator GPS receiver
the map view, for instance, the pushing the Multi-Controller to transmits the time and date to
view zooms in on the map de- the right. the motorcycle. Transfer of this
tail. data to the instrument cluster
Accessories
Zoom : Performs functions Special functions must be activated in the cluster's
marked with a minus sign - with preparation for navigation SETUP menu.
in the navigation system. In system OE
the map view, for instance, the Security settings
view zooms out from the map Due to integration of the The BMW Motorrad Navigator V
detail. BMW Motorrad Navigator V, can be secured against unau- z
Speak: The last navigation there may be differences from thorized use with a four-digit PIN
announcement is spoken again. the descriptions in the instruction (Garmin Lock). When this func-
The announcement is spoken manual for the Navigator. tion is activated, once the Nav-
again even if automatic spo- igator GPS receiver is cradled
Reserve fuel level warning
ken announcements have been on the motorcycle and the igni-
switched off in the settings of The settings for the fuel gauge tion is switched on you will re-
the navigation system. allow you to define a distance ceive a prompt asking whether
Mute: Automatic spoken an- that is covered per tankful of fuel. the motorcycle should be added
nouncements are toggled off The motorcycle transmits the to the list of secure vehicles. If
and on. figure for residual travel range you confirm this question by an-
on the fuel remaining in the tank swering "yes" then the Navigator
to the Navigator GPS receiver,
will save the vehicle identification Pull the release lever all the
8 number of this vehicle. way up and open the lid of the
The system can store up to a case.
154 maximum of five vehicle identifi-
cation numbers. Close case
A PIN entry will no be required
when this Navigator GPS unit is
activated by turning on the igni-
Accessories
Remove case
Accessories
Pull carry handle 3 up as far as Insert case in brackets 4.
it will go.
Case is released and can be
removed.
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Mount case
Fold up handle as far as possi-
ble.
Turn key to RELEASE position
in pannier lock.
Handle pops out.
Press handle 3 down until it
engages.
Turn key to LOCK position in
pannier lock and remove.
Maximum payload and Topcase
8 maximum speed Opening topcase
156 Observe maximum payload and with Topcase OA
maximum speed as indicated on
label in case. with central locking system OE
If you cannot find your If applicable, open the central
combination of vehicle and locking.
Accessories
Accessories
Pull release lever 2 all the way Push slide latch 2 toward the
up. outside and hold it in this posi-
Close topcase lid and hold it tion.
down. Ensure that no lug- Turn rotary fastener 3 in the
z
gage is trapped between lid direction indicated by the RE-
and case. LEASE arrow.
Release warning 4 is visible.
NOTICE Close topcase.
The topcase can also be locked Disconnect plug connection 1.
if the lock is in the LOCK posi- Thread out the connector from
tion. Under such circumstances, the topcase to the rear.
ensure that the ignition key is not Open topcase.
in the topcase. If applicable, empty the top-
case and lift out the bottom
Push release lever 2 down,
mat.
continuing until it engages.
while pressing down on the
8 back edge of the topcase.
Release warning 4 is no longer
158 visible.
If the release warning is still vis-
ible the topcase is not correctly
secured.
Make sure that the topcase is
Accessories
Mounting topcase
Removing rider`s seat ( 85).
Remove passenger seat
( 87).
with Topcase OA Route the connecting cable
If applicable, empty the top- forward in cable guide 5.
case and lift out the bottom Turn rotary fastener 3 as far
mat. as it will go in the direction in-
dicated by the LOCK arrow
The following values apply to the
combination described here: 8
Maximum speed for rid- 159
ing with Vario topcase
Accessories
Work the cable into position at
max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
positions 6.
Close plug connection 1.
Accessories
160
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
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161
Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 162
Cleaning sensitive motorcycle
parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Care
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Store motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 z
Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Return motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . 165
Care products Washing your torcycle, after riding through
9 BMW Motorrad recommends motorcycle water or in the rain.
Poorer braking action.
162 that you use cleaning and BMW Motorrad recommends Brake early until the brake ro-
care products available at your that you use BMW Insect Re- tors and brake pads are dry.
authorized BMW Motorrad mover to soften and wash off
retailer. BMW CareProducts insects and stubborn dirt from
have been materials tested, ATTENTION
painted parts before washing the
Care
Care
The best possible appearance is manufactured in plastic Radiator
preserved with the following care: Clean off dirt and insects with a z
Clean the radiator regularly to
Remove road salt and corrosive soft sponge and plenty of water. prevent overheating of the en-
deposits immediately with cold
gine due to inadequate cooling.
water after completing the trip. NOTICE
For example, use a garden hose
Soften stubborn dirt and dead with low water pressure.
Cleaning sensitive
insects by covering the affected
motorcycle parts areas with a wet cloth. ATTENTION
Plastics Radiator fins bend easily.
Clean with water and
Damage to radiator fins.
ATTENTION sponge only.
When cleaning, ensure that the
Use of unsuitable cleaning cooler fins are not bent.
agents. Do not use chemical
Damage to plastic surfaces. cleansers.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or
cleaners containing alcohol or
solvents.
Rubber parts fuel, oil grease, brake fluid as Removing battery ( 145).
9 Treat rubber parts with water or well as bird droppings) immedi- Spray the brake and clutch
BMW rubber protection coating ately; otherwise changes in the lever, and the center and side
164 paint or discolorations may occur. stand pivots with a suitable lu-
agent.
BMW Motorrad recommends bricant.
ATTENTION BMW car polish or BMW paint
cleaner for the purpose. Protect metal and chrome-
Use of silicone sprays for Contamination on the paint plated parts with an acid-free
Care
Care
Observe checklist ( 92).
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166
Care
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Technical Data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
10
167
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Performance data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Technical Data
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 z
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Troubleshooting chart
10 Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start.
168 Possible cause Remedy
Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand.
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.
Technical Data
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Threaded fasteners
Front wheel Value Valid
10
169
Brake caliper on telescopic
forks
M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm)
Clamping screw for quick-re-
Technical Data
lease axle in telescopic fork
M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Wheel speed sensor on fork
M6 x 16 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
Micro-encapsulated or medium-
strength screw lock z
Quick-release axle in telescopic
fork
M12 x 20 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)
Rear wheel Value Valid
Tighten rear wheel on wheel
flange
M10 x 1.25 x 40 Tighten diagonally
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Exhaust system Value Valid
10 Muffler on footpeg bracket
170
M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Clamp on muffler and exhaust
manifold
16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Technical Data
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Engine
Engine number location Lower right of engine block beneath the starter
10
171
Engine type 122EN
Engine design Air/liquid-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke
opposed-twin engine with two spur gear-driven
overhead camshafts and one counterbalance shaft
Technical Data
Displacement 1170 cc (1170 cm3)
Cylinder bore 4 in (101 mm)
Piston stroke 2.9 in (73 mm)
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Rated output 125 hp (92 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min-1
Torque 92 lb/ft (125 Nm), at engine speed: 6500 min-1 z
Maximum engine speed max 9000 min-1
Idle speed 1150 min-1, Engine at operating temperature
Fuel
10 Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
172 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
89 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 6.6 gal (Approx. 25 l)
Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Technical Data
Emission standard EU 3
Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity max 1.1 gal (max 4 l), with filter replacement
Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL/JASO MA2, Additives (for in-
z stance, molybdenum-based substances) are pro-
hibited, because they would attack the coatings
on engine components, BMW Motorrad recom-
mends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate Oil
Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l), Difference between
MIN and MAX
Clutch
Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch, slipper clutch
10
173
Transmission
Transmission design Dog-engagement 6-speed transmission with heli-
cal gears
Technical Data
Transmission gear ratios 1.000 (60:60 teeth), Primary gear ratio
1.650 (33:20 teeth), Transmission input ratio
2.438 (39:16 teeth), 1st gear
1.714 (36:21 teeth), 2nd gear
1.296 (35:27 teeth), 3rd gear
1.059 (36:34 teeth), 4th gear
0.943 (33:35 teeth), 5th gear z
0.848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear
1.061 (35:33 teeth), Transmission output ratio
Rear-wheel drive
10 Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears
174
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with
BMW Motorrad paralever
Gear ratio of final drive 2.75 (33:12 teeth)
Technical Data
Suspension
Front wheel
Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, upper fork bridge tilt decoupled,
leading link mounted in engine and on telescopic
fork, centrally positioned spring strut supported on
leading link and frame
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Design of the front-wheel suspension Central spring strut with coil spring
with Dynamic ESA OE Central spring strut with coil spring and expansion
tank, electrically adjustable rebound-stage and
compression damping
Spring travel, front 4.7 in (120 mm), on wheel
Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with
10
BMW Motorrad paralever 175
Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable
rebound-stage damping and spring preload
with Dynamic ESA OE Central spring strut with coil spring and expan-
Technical Data
sion tank, electrically adjustable rebound-stage
and compression damping, electrically adjustable
spring preload
Spring travel at rear wheel 5.3 in (135 mm)
Brakes
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated double disc brakes with 4- z
piston radial monobloc calipers and floating brake
discs
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Front brake-disk thickness min 0.16 in (min 4 mm), Wear limit
Free travel of brake actuation (Front wheel brake) Approx. 0.07 in (Approx. 1.85 mm), at piston
Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disk brake with 2-piston
floating caliper and fixed brake disk
Brake-pad material, rear Organic
10 Rear brake-disk thickness
Free travel of brake actuation (Rear wheel brake)
min 0.18 in (min 4.5 mm), Wear limit
Approx. 0.04 in (Approx. 1 mm), at piston
176
Wheels and tyres
Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is avail-
able from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer
Technical Data
Technical Data
Rear wheel load at unladen weight 298 lbs (135 kg)
Permissible rear wheel load max 701 lbs (max 318 kg)
Tire inflation pressures
Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold
Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold z
Electrical system
10 Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A, all onboard sockets together
178
Fuse box 15 A, Slot 1: instrument cluster, anti-theft alarm
system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic socket,
Topcase light
7.5 A, Slot 2: left multifunction switch, Tire Pres-
sure Monitor (TPM), audio system
Technical Data
Technical Data
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear LED
Frame
Frame design Steel-tube frame with partially self-supporting
drive unit, aluminum rear frame
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Location of type plate Frame at front right (next to spring strut)
Location of the vehicle identification number Frame at front right on steering head
Alarm system
10 with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) OE
180
Activation time Approx. 30 s
Alarm duration Approx. 26 s
Battery type CR 123 A
Technical Data
Dimensions
Motorcycle length 86 in (2185 mm)
Motorcycle height 55.3 in (1405 mm), At DIN unladen weight
Motorcycle width 38.6 in (980 mm), across mirrors
z Rider's seat height 31.7...32.5 in (805...825 mm), without rider at un-
laden weight
with low rider`s seat OE 29.9...30.7 in (760...780 mm), without rider at un-
laden weight
with high rider`s seat OE 32.7...33.5 in (830...850 mm), without rider at un-
laden weight
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 71.3...72.8 in (1810...1850 mm), without rider at
unladen weight 10
with low rider`s seat OE 68.5...70.1 in (1740...1780 mm), without rider at 181
unladen weight
with high rider`s seat OE 73.8...75.4 in (1875...1915 mm), without rider at
unladen weight
Technical Data
Weights
Unladen weight 604 lbs (274 kg), DIN curb weight, ready for oper-
ation, tank 90 % full, incl. case, without OE
Permissible gross weight 1091 lbs (495 kg)
Maximum payload 487 lbs (221 kg), without OE
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Performance data
10 Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- 20 %
182 ble total weight)
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Service
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 184
11
183
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Service
Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . 185
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
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Standard BMW Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Confirmation of maintenance
work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Reporting safety defects
11 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause
184 injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad-
ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Service
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your
retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC.
z To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-
4236 (teletypewriter TTY for the deaf: 1-800-424-9153); go to the website http:/
/www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
BMW Motorrad Service by a specialized workshop, BMW Motorrad Mobility
With its worldwide dealer
preferably by an authorized Services 11
BMW Motorrad retailer.
network, BMW Motorrad The BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- 185
can attend to you and your To ensure that your BMW con- vices furnish you and your new
motorcycle in over 100 countries sistently remains in optimal con- BMW motorcycle with extra se-
around the globe. Authorized dition BMW Motorrad urges you curity by offering a wide array of
BMW Motorrad retailers have to observe the recommended assistance services in the event
Service
the technical information and service intervals. of a breakdown (BMW Roadside
expertise needed to conduct Have all maintenance and repair Assistance, breakdown assis-
reliable service and repairs work confirmed in the "Service" tance, vehicle recovery and re-
covering every aspect of your chapter in this manual. For gen- trieval, etc.). z
BMW. erous treatment of claims sub- Contact your authorized
You can find the nearest autho- mitted after the warranty period BMW Motorrad retailer for
rized BMW Motorrad retailer has expired (goodwill), evidence additional information on available
by visiting our Internet site at of regular maintenance is essen- mobility-maintenance services.
"www.bmw-motorrad.com". tial.
Maintenance
WARNING You can obtain information on procedures
Improperly performed main- the contents of the BMW Ser-
vices from your BMW Motorrad BMW Pre-Delivery Check
tenance and repair work.
Accident hazard due to subse- retailer. The BMW pre-delivery check is
quent damage. carried out by your authorized
BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad retailer before it
having corresponding work on turns over the vehicle to you.
your motorcycle carried out
BMW Running-in Check fore the next service date, service
11 The BMW running-in check must be performed sooner.
has to be performed when the The service display in the multi-
186 function display reminds you of
vehicle has covered between
300 mls and 750 mls (500 km the next service date approx. one
and 1200 km). month or 700 mls (1000 km) be-
fore the entered values.
BMW Service
Service
Service
187
11
z
Service
188
11
Maintenance schedule
1 BMW running-in check 11
2 Standard BMW Service 189
( 190)
3 Engine oil change with fil-
ter
4 Oil change in rear bevel
Service
gear
5 Check valve clearance
6 Replace all spark plugs
7 Replacing air cleaner insert z
8 Change the brake fluid in
the entire system
a annually or every
6000 miles (whichever
comes first)
b annually or every
12000 miles (whichever
comes first)
c for the first time after one
year, then every two years
Standard BMW Service Checking that the engine start-
11 The standard BMW Service in-
ing suppression works.
Final inspection and checking
190 cludes the following maintenance
for road safety.
work:
Setting the service date and
Perform the brief test using
remaining distance to service.
the BMW Motorrad diagnosis
Checking the battery state of
system.
charge.
Service
on on
Service
Odometer reading
Next service
at the latest z
on
or, if reached sooner,
Odometer reading
on on on
z or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,
Service
at the latest at the latest at the latest
on on on
or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, z
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading
on on on
z or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,
Service
at the latest at the latest at the latest
on on on
or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, z
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading
z
Work carried out Odometer Date
reading 11
197
Service
z
z
Service
198
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Appendix
Certificate for Electronic Immobi-
12
lizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 199
Appendix
Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con-
trol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
z
FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi-
Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly
Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party
ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance
(1) This device may not could void the users
cause harmful inter- authority to operate the
ference, and equipment.
(2) this device must accept
any interference
received, including
interference that may
cause undesired
operation.
To verify the authorization
of the ignition key, the
electronic immobilizer
exchanges information with
the ignition key via the ring
aerial.
Approbation de informations avec la cl de Toute modification
la FCC contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas t
annulaire. approuve expressment
Antenne annulaire Le prsent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa-
prsente dans le conforme la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut
commutateur d'allumage des rgles de la FCC. Son annuler l'autorisation
utilisation est soumise aux accorde l'utilisateur pour
deux conditions suivantes : utiliser le dispositif.
(1) Le dispositif ne
doit pas produire
d'interfrences
nuisibles, et
(2) le dispositif doit
pouvoir accepter toutes
les interfrences
Pour vrifier l'autorisation extrieures, y compris
de la cl de contact, le celles qui pourraient
systme d'immobilisation provoquer une
lectronique change des activation inopportune.
Certifications
Technical Director
Lasagni Cesare
Certifications
USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
USA, Canada
Any changes or modifications not expressly
Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device approved by the party responsible for
FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 compliance could void the users authority to
IC: 4008C-HUF5750 operate the equipment.
Declaration Of Conformity
We declare under our responsibility that the product
BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750)
camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant
provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards:
1. Health and safety requirements contained in article 3 (1) a)
EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011; Information technology equipment- Safety
2. Protection requirements with respect to electromagnetic compatibility article 3 (1) b)
EN 301 489-1 (V1 .9.2, 09/2011 ), Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services;
Part 1: Common technical requirements
EN 301 489-3 (V1.4.1, 08/2002) Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 3: Specific conditions for short
range devices (SRD) operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and 40 GHz
3. Means of the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum article 3 (2)
EN 300 220-1 & -2 (V2.4.1, 05/2012), electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); Short
range devices (SRD); Radio equipment tobe used in the 25 MHz to 1000 MHz frequency range with power Ieveis
ranging up to 500 mW;
Part 1: Technical characteristics and test methods.
Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 ofthe R&TIE directive
The product is Iabeted wilh the CE marking:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR
Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
RSS standard(s). radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
Operation is subject to the following two
autorise aux deux conditions suivantes:
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
interference, and et
(2) This device must accept any interference (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
received, including interference that may brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le
cause undesired operation. brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term IC: before the radio
certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
A B Brakes
Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Battery
Charging connected
Adjusting handlebar lever, 71 13
ABS Checking operation, 120
Self-diagnosis, 94 battery, 144 209
Safety information, 97
Technology in detail, 108 Charging disconnected Technical Data, 175
Warning lamps, 35 battery, 145 Breaking in, 95
Accessories Installing, 146 Bulbs
General instructions, 150 Maintenance instructions, 143 Replacing bulb for high-beam
Index
Ambient temperature Removing, 145 headlight, 137
Display, 39 Technical data, 178 Replacing bulb for parking z
Outside temperature Warning for battery charging light, 139
warning, 30 voltage, 34 Replacing bulbs for low-beam
Anti-theft alarm system Warning for battery voltage headlight, 135
Operating, 82 low, 34 Replacing LED supplementary
Warning indicator, 33 Brake fluid headlight, 142
ASC Checking fluid level at rear, 123 Replacing LED tail light, 142
Control, 15 Checking front fluid level, 122 Technical data, 179
Operating, 63 Front reservoir, 13 Warning for bulb failure, 32
Self-diagnosis, 95 Rear reservoir, 13
Technology in detail, 111 Brake pads C
Warning indicator, 35 Breaking in, 96 Case
Auxiliary headlight Check front, 120 Operating, 154
Operating, 62 Check rear, 121
Average values
Resetting, 58
Central locking D Technical Data, 172
13 Operating, 77 Damping
Adjusting, 68
Topping up, 119
Warning indicator for central Warning for engine oil level, 31
210 Date
locking, 38 Equipment, 7
Adjusting, 57
Checklist, 92 ESA
Dimensions Control, 15
Clock
Technical Data, 180
Adjusting, 57 Operating, 69
DWA
Clutch
Index
Index
H
Hazard warning flashers Ambient light photosensor, 18 Luggage
Control, 15 Overview, 18 Loading information, 90 z
Operating, 63
J M
Headlight Jump-start, 142 Maintenance
Headlamp range, 60 General instructions, 118
Heated handlebar grips K Maintenance schedule, 189
Operating, 73 Keyless Ride Maintenance intervals, 185
Hill Start Control, 108 Battery of radio-operated key is Mirrors
Hill Start Control, 71 drained, 50 Adjusting, 76
Operating, 71 EWS Electronic immobilizer, 49 Mobility Services, 185
Technology in detail, 105 If radio key is lost, 50 Motorcycle
Horn, 15 Locking handlebars, 48 Care, 161
Switch off ignition, 49 Cleaning, 161
I Switching on ignition, 48 Lashing down, 103
Ignition Unlocking fuel filler cap, 101 Parking, 98
Switching off, 46
Warning indicator, 30, 31
Switching on, 46
Keys, 45, 47
Returning to use, 165 Onboard computer P
13 Storage, 164 Operating, 57 Passenger seat
Installing, 87, 88
Muffler Onboard power socket
212 Removing, 87
Mounting muffler, 133 Information on use, 150
Swing muffler outward, 133 Position on vehicle, 13 Pre-Ride-Check, 93
Multifunction display, 18 Onboard tool kit
Contents, 118 R
Control, 15
RDC/TPC
Position on vehicle, 14
Index
Index
Meaning, 24 Checking tyre inflation
Seat heating pressures, 72
Control, 11 T Inflation pressures, 177 z
Operating, 73 Tachometer, 18 Maximum speed, 91
Service, 185 Technical data Recommendation, 127
Reporting safety defects, 184 Battery, 178
Technical Data, 176
Warning indicator, 39 Brakes, 175
Topcase
Shifting gears Bulbs, 179
Operating, 156
Technology in detail, 105 Clutch, 173
Torques, 169
Spark plugs Dimensions, 180
Transmission
technical data, 178 Electrical system, 178 Technical Data, 173
Speedometer, 18 Engine, 171 Troubleshooting chart, 168
Spring preload Engine oil, 172 Turn indicators
Adjusting, 67 Frame, 179 Control, 15
Starting, 92 Fuel, 172 Operating, 62
Control, 17 Rear-wheel drive, 174 Type plate
Steering lock Spark plugs, 178 Position on vehicle, 13
Locking, 45 Standards, 7
V Weights
13 Vehicle identification number
Position on vehicle, 13
Technical Data, 181
Wheels
214 Check wheel rims, 126
W
Warning lamps, 18 Install front wheel, 129
ABS, 35 Installing rear wheel, 132
Anti-theft alarm system, 33 Remove front wheel, 128
Remove rear wheel, 131
Index
ASC, 35
Battery charging voltage, 34 Size change, 127
z Bulb defective, 32 Technical Data, 176
Central locking, 38 Windshield
Adjusting, 76
Coolant temperature, 31
Control, 15
Display, 25
Electronic engine
management, 31
Engine oil level, 31
Fuel reserve, 39
Immobilizer, 30
Outside temperature
warning, 30
Overview, 22
Service, 39
TPC, 37
Undervoltage, 34
13
215
Index
z
The descriptions and illustrations Original Rider's Manual, printed in
in this manual may vary from Germany.
your own motorcycle's actual
equipment, depending upon its
equipment level and accessories
as well as your specific national
version. No claims stemming
from these differences can be
recognized.
Dimensions, weights, fuel con-
sumption and performance data
are quoted to the customary tol-
erances.
The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions excepted.
Fuel
Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
89 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 6.6 gal (Approx. 25 l)
Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Tire inflation pressures
Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold
Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold
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