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The Ultimate
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Table of Contents
Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 5 Anti-theft alarm sys-
1 General instructions . . . . 5 Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 tem DWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Abbreviations and Steering and ignition Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Alarm function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 EWS Electronic immobi- Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 lizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Notice concerning current sta- Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Logging on remote con-
tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 trol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Synchronizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
General view, left side . . . . . . . 11 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
General view, right side . . . . . 13 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 34 6 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 14 Emergency on/off switch (kill Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 54
Multifunction switch, switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . 56
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 37 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Parking your motorcycle . . . . 60
Warning and indicator Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Securing motorcycle for
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 21 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 22 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Rider and passenger
seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
7 Technology in 10 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Brake system with Washing your motorcy- Performance data . . . . . . . . . 126
BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 66 cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Anti-Theft Alarm
8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Cleaning sensitive motorcy- System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 70 cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Onboard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 12 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Storing the motorcycle . . . . 110 Reporting safety
Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Protective wax coating . . . . 110 defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Returning motorcycle to BMW Motorrad Service . . . 131
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 BMW Motorrad Mobility
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 11 Technical Data . . . . . . 111 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Wheel rims and tires . . . . . . . . 79 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 112 Maintenance proce-
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 113 dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Maintenance schedule . . . . 135
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Running-in check . . . . . . . . . 136
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Standard BMW Service . . . 136
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Confirmation of mainte-
9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 98 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 119 Confirmation of service . . . . 142
Onboard power sockets . . . . . 98 Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 13 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Certificate for Electronic
Passenger frame . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 122 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Installing passenger Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 124
14 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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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 We have placed great importance symbols cedures.
6 on good orientation when using Indicates the end of an
CAUTION Hazard with
this Rider's Manual. You'll find item of information.
low risk. Failure to avoid
special topics most quickly by this hazard can result in minor or
using the extensive index at the Instruction.
moderate injury.
end of the manual. You can find
WARNING Hazard with Result of an activity.
General instructions
General instructions
tional accessories can differences. son, aspects of your motorcycle
be purchased and in- If your motorcycle comes with may vary from the descriptions in
stalled at your autho- equipment not described here, this Rider's Manual. In addition,
rized BMW Motorrad you can find the descriptions in a BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee
retailer. separate manual. the total absence of errors. We
hope you will appreciate that no
EWS Electronic immobilizer. Technical data claims can be recognized based
on the data, illustrations or de-
DWA Anti-theft alarm. All dimensions, weights and out- scriptions in this manual.
puts in the Rider's Manual relate
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System. to the German DIN standards z
and comply with their tolerance
Equipment specifications. Versions for indi-
vidual countries may differ.
When you ordered your BMW
motorcycle, you chose various
items of custom equipment. This
Rider's Manual describes optional
equipment (OE) offered by BMW
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General instructions
Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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9
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Overviews
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Overviews
General view, left side
1 Check clutch function 2
( 79) 11
2 Refueling ( 61)
3 Remove passenger frame
( 99)
4 Adjusting damping on rear
Overviews
wheel ( 39)
5 Onboard power sockets
( 98)
6 Checking engine oil level
( 73) z
7 Type plate (on left on
steering-head bearing)
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2
Overviews
General view, right side
1 Checking front brake fluid 2
level ( 77) 13
2 Topping up engine oil
( 74)
3 Vehicle Identification Num-
ber (at front right at bottom
Overviews
on rear frame)
4 Checking rear brake fluid
level ( 78)
5 Adjusting spring preload
( 38) z
6 Removing passenger seat
( 42)
Multifunction switch,
2 left
14 1 Multifunction display
( 21)
2 High-beam headlight and
headlight flasher ( 33)
3 Hazard warning flashers
Overviews
( 34)
4 Turn indicators ( 34)
5 Horn
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Multifunction switch,
right 2
1 with heated handlebar 15
grips OE
Operating heated grips
( 37)
2 Emergency on/off switch
Overviews
(kill switch) ( 35)
3 Starter button ( 56)
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Underneath seat
2 1 Rider's Manual (US Model)
16 2 Payload table
3 Onboard tool kit ( 70)
4 Tire inflation pressure table
5 Positive battery connection
point ( 93)
Overviews
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Instrument cluster
1 Speedometer 2
2 Warning and indicator 17
lamps ( 20)
3 Tachometer
4 Ambient light sensor (for
brightness adjustment of
Overviews
instrument lighting)
5 Clock ( 32)
6 Multifunction display
( 21)
7 Display ( 32) z
8 Indicator lamp
with anti-theft alarm sys-
tem (DWA) OE
Anti-theft alarm system
(DWA)
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Overviews
Displays
Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . 20
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19
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Displays
Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Warning and indicator
3 lamps
20 1 Turn indicator, left
2 Universal warning lamp,
appears together with
warnings in display panel
( 23)
Displays
NOTICE
The ABS symbol can be shown
differently depending on the
country.
Multifunction display
1 Trip odometer ( 32) 3
2 Warning lamp for elec- 21
tronic engine management
( 25)
3 with heated handlebar
grips OE
Displays
Operating heated grips
( 37)
4 Clock ( 32)
5 Service display ( 22) z
6 Odometer
7 Indicator lights ( 22)
8 Gear indicator, "N" is
shown for Neutral
9 Reading display range
10 Warning indicator ( 23)
Meaning of symbols appears briefly following the pre-
3 Average fuel consumption
ride check.
Indication of maximum
remaining mileage until
22 next service:
62 miles (100 km) (Time until
Average speed service due is counted down
in steps.)
Displays
Displays
serve is reset if the fuel level af-
ter refueling is greater than the Warnings for which no separate
reserve quantity. warning lamp is available, are in-
dicated using the 'General' warn- z
Warning lights ing lamp 1 in conjunction with
a warning or a warning symbol
Display in the multifunction display. The
Warnings are displayed with the universal warning lamp shows red
corresponding warning lamps. or yellow, depending on the ur-
gency of the warning.
If the display in the upper display
sector 2 shows a warning, then
this is symbolized with the warn-
ing triangle 3. These warnings
alternate with the odometers
( 32).
3 Overview of warning indicators
24 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning
lamps display panel
Lights up yellow + "EWS" is indi- Electronic immobilizer is active ( 25)
cated
Displays
Displays
Possible cause: Do not drive to the extent that
the fuel tank is completely WARNING
The key being used is not autho-
rized for starting, or communica- empty. Unusual handling when en-
tion between the key and engine Possible cause: gine is no emergency operat- z
electronics is disrupted. At the most, the fuel tank still ing mode.
Remove other motorcycle keys contains the reserve fuel quantity. Accident hazard
from the ignition key ring. Adapt your style of riding ac-
Have the defective key re- Reserve fuel quantity cordingly.
placed, preferably by an autho- Avoid rapid acceleration and
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. passing maneuvers.
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx.
Fuel down to reserve 3 l) Possible cause:
Fuel-reserve warning light Refueling procedure ( 61). The engine control unit has di-
lights up. agnosed a fault. In exceptional
cases, the engine stops and can
no longer be started. Otherwise,
the engine runs in the emer-
gency operating mode.
Continued driving is possible, Possible cause: set of spare bulbs on the
3 however the accustomed en- Alternator or alternator belt de- motorcycle.
gine performance may not be fective Possible cause:
26 available. Have the malfunction corrected Bulb defective
Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an au- Locate defective bulb with vi-
as soon as possible at an au- thorized workshop, preferably sual check.
thorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad
an authorized BMW Motorrad Replacing bulbs for dipped and
retailer.
Displays
Displays
tery is completely discharged. noted that the ABS function
Operation of the anti-theft alarm is not available until the self-
system is no longer ensured diagnosis has been completed.
when the vehicle's battery is dis- z
connected. ABS error
Contact an authorized special- ABS warning lamp lights
ist service facility, preferably an up.
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer. Possible cause:
The ABS control unit has de-
ABS self-diagnosis not tected an error. The ABS func-
completed tion is not available.
ABS warning lamp flashes. Continued driving is possible
while taking the failed ABS
function into account. Observe
additional information on situa-
tions which can lead to an ABS
error ( 67).
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Displays
Operation
Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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EWS Electronic immobilizer . . . . . . . . . 31 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Rider and passenger seats . . . . . . . . . . 41
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Operation
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 z
Emergency on/off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Steering and ignition Switch on ignition Switch off ignition
4 lock
30 Keys
You are provided with 2 ignition
keys and one key for removing
the passenger seat ( 42).
Should you lose your keys, re-
Operation
Operation
tipping over. used to start the engine could
On level ground, always turn "irritate" the electronics, in
the handlebars to the left to set Turn key to position 1 while which case the enabling signal
the steering lock. moving handlebars slightly. for starting is not issued. The
Otherwise the angle of the Ignition, lights and all electrical EWS warning is shown in the z
ground determines whether circuits switched off. multifunction display.
the handlebars are set to the Handlebars locked. Always store further vehicle keys
left or right. Key can now be removed. separately from the ignition key.
Turn handlebars to full left or EWS Electronic If you lose one of your motorcy-
right lock position. cle keys, you can have it disabled
immobilizer by your authorized BMW motor-
The motorcycle's electronic cycle retailer.
circuitry monitors the data stored When having a key disabled you
in the ignition key through should also bring all of the mo-
a ring antenna incorporated torcycle's remaining keys with
in the steering and ignition you. The engine can no longer
lock. The engine management be started using a disabled key;
system does not enable engine
however, a disabled key can be Display
4 enabled again.
Selecting display readings
Ignition keys are only available
32 through an authorized BMW Switch on ignition ( 30).
Motorrad retailer. The keys are
part of an integrated security sys-
tem, so the retailer is under an
obligation to check the legitimacy
Operation
Warnings if necessary
Reset tripmeter The headlights automatically
Switch on ignition ( 30). come on in their low-beam mode 4
as soon as you start the engine.
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NOTICE
With the engine switched off,
you can switch on the lights
Operation
by switching on the high-beam
headlight with the ignition
Press and hold button 1 until switched on or by operating the
displayed value has been reset. headlight flasher.
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Press and hold button 1 until Lights High-beam headlight and
trip odometer has been reset. Parking lights and low- headlight flasher
Reset average data beam headlight
Switch on ignition ( 30). The parking lamps come on au-
tomatically when the ignition is
switched on.
NOTICE
The parking lights are a strain
on the battery. Do not leave the
ignition switched on longer than
absolutely necessary. Press switch 1 toward front to
switch on high-beam headlight.
Pull switch 1 toward rear to Turn indicators
4 actuate headlight flasher.
Operate turn indicator
Turn indicator cancella-
tion
34 Parking light Switch on ignition ( 30).
The turn indicators automati-
Switch off ignition ( 30). cally switch off when the de-
fined driving time and distance
have been reached. The de-
fined riding time and distance
Operation
z Hazard warning
flashers
Press button 1 toward left to Operating hazard warning
Immediately after switching off switch on left-hand turn indica- flashers
the ignition, press button 1 to tor.
left and hold until the parking Press button 1 toward right NOTICE
lights switch on. to switch on right-hand turn
indicator. The hazard warning flashers
Switch ignition on and then off
Press button 1 into center po- place a strain on the battery.
again to switch off parking light.
sition to switch off turn indica- Do not use the hazard warning
tors. flashers for longer than absolutely
necessary.
Press button 1 again to switch The engine can be switched
NOTICE off hazard warning flashers. off easily and quickly using the 4
If a turn indicator button is emergency on/off switch.
Emergency on/off 35
pressed with the emergency
flashing function switched on, switch (kill switch)
the flashing function replaces the
emergency flashing function as
long as the button is pressed.
Operation
If the turn indicator button is
released, the emergency flasher
function becomes active again.
Switch on ignition ( 30). z
A Engine switched off.
B Operating position
1 Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch) NOTICE
The engine can only be started
WARNING in the operating position.
Operation of the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding.
Danger of falling due to blocking
Press button 1 to switch on
of rear wheel.
hazard warning flashers.
Do not operate the emergency
Ignition can be switched off.
ON/OFF switch when riding.
Clutch Brakes
4 Adjusting clutch lever Adjusting handbrake lever
36
WARNING WARNING
NOTICE
The heated grips option can only
Operation
be activated when the engine is
running.
Turn adjusting screw 1 into Press button 1 repeatedly un-
desired position. til desired heating level 2 is
NOTICE
shown. z
NOTICE The handlebar grips can be
The increase in power
The adjusting screw can be consumption caused by the heated at two different levels.
turned more easily if you push heated grips can drain the 50 % heating output
the brake lever forward when battery if you are riding at low
doing so. engine speeds. If the battery is
100 % heating output
inadequately charged, the heated
4 settings are possible: grips are switched off to ensure
Position 1: shortest distance starting capability.
between handlebar grip and The 2nd heating level is used
brake lever. Starting the engine ( 56). for fast heat-up of the grips;
Position 4: greatest distance then the switch should be
between handlebar grip and switched back to the 1st level.
brake lever.
If no further changes are made Adjust mirror arm Spring preload
4 the selected heating level is
Setting
adopted as the setting.
38 To switch off heated grips, It is essential to set the spring
press button 1 until heated grip preload to suit the load carried by
symbol 2 is no longer shown in the motorcycle. Increase spring
the display. preload when the vehicle is heav-
ily loaded and reduce spring
Operation
Operation
to changed spring preload. road surface.
To increase spring preload, An increase in spring preload
turn adjustment wheel 1 clock- requires firmer damping, a re- CAUTION
wise. duction in spring preload re-
To decrease spring preload, quires softer damping. Adjust spring strut damping z
turn adjustment wheel 1 coun- with hot muffler.
terclockwise. Adjusting damping on rear Burn hazard
wheel Allow the muffler to cool
NOTICE Park motorcycle, ensuring that down.
A recommendation on the support surface is firm and
chassis calibration is provided in level. CAUTION
the chapter Technical Data - Work with warmed/hot com-
Chassis. ponents.
Burn hazard
Wear protective gloves.
Adjust damping with toolkit us- Tires Check tire pressures against
4 ing adjusting screw 1.
Checking tire pressure
data below.
40 Tire pressure, front
WARNING
Incorrect tire inflation pres- 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire
sure. cold)
Poorer handling characteristic of
Operation
Operation
spring preload ( 42).
The headlamp range generally
remains constant due to the ad-
justment of the spring preload to Insert driver's seat 1 into
the loading state. lugs arrows. z
However, in the case of very high Press down on rear of rider's
payloads, the available spring seat 1.
preload adjustment might not be Rider's seat clicks audibly into
adequate. In this case, the head- place.
lamp range must be adjusted to Install the passenger seat
the weight. ( 42).
Pull up latch 1.
NOTICE Pull rider's seat 2 to rear and
If there are doubts as to the cor- remove.
rect headlight range, have the
adjustment checked by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably by
Removing passenger seat Install the passenger seat
4
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Operation
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Overview Protection of motorcycle Controls
5 with anti-theft alarm system
battery
(DWA) OE To protect the motorcycle bat-
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tery and to maintain the start-
General information on ing capability, the activated DWA
DWA switches off automatically after
several days. However, it remains
Any attempt to move the motor-
active for at least 10 days.
Anti-theft alarm system DWA
LED flashes for ten seconds. LED flashes and the acknowledg-
ment tone sounds three times.
As soon as the LED goes out,
release button 1 and button 2.
LED lights up.
Synchronizing
Deactivate alarm function. with anti-theft alarm system
Press button 1 or button 2.
Switch on ignition. (DWA) OE
Alarm tone sounds once.
Press button 2 three times.
LED goes out.
Acknowledgment tone sounds When is it necessary to
Remote control is logged on.
once. synchronize the remote
Repeat the three previous work
Switch off ignition within ten control?
steps for each additional re-
seconds. The remote control must be syn-
mote control.
Press button 2 three times. chronized when the buttons of
Acknowledgment tone sounds Logon ended the remote control has been op-
once. The logon is ended if erated more than 256x outside
z Switch on ignition within ten 4 remote controls have been the range of the receiver. In this
seconds. logged on case, the receiver on the mo-
the ignition is switched off torcycle no longer reacts to the
signals of the remote control.
Synchronizing remote Battery Replacing battery
control with anti-theft alarm system 5
(DWA) OE 51
When is a battery change
required?
The batteries of the remote con-
Riding
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 z
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Securing motorcycle for trans-
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Safety instructions Do not exceed the gross
6 Rider's Equipment
weight limit and observe the
Payload of rear bag
loading information.
54 The following clothing protects
Adjust spring preload, max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
you while riding:
suspension damping rate
Helmet Speed
settings and tire inflation
Rider's suit
pressures for the current gross If you ride at high speed, always
Gloves
Riding
Riding
Danger of suffocation Do not run the engine with the the motorcycle could catch fire.
Do not inhale exhaust fumes. spark-plug cap removed Do not allow the engine to idle
Stop the engine immediately if unnecessarily.
Do not run the engine in
it misfires
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closed rooms. After starting, ride off
Use unleaded fuel only immediately.
Burn hazard Comply with all specified main-
tenance intervals. Modifications
CAUTION
ATTENTION ATTENTION
Engine and exhaust system
become very hot when the Unburned fuel in the catalytic Modifications to the motor-
motorcycle is in use. converter. cycle (e.g. engine control
Burn hazard Damage to the catalytic con- unit, throttle valves, clutch).
After parking the vehicle, make verter. Damage to the affected parts,
sure that no persons or objects Note the points listed for failure of safety-relevant func-
come into contact with the en- protection of the catalytic tions. Damage caused by modifi-
gine and exhaust system. converter. cations invalidates the warranty.
Do not make any
modifications.
Observe checklist Check front brake fluid level During cold start and at low
6 Use the following checklist to
( 77). temperatures:
Checking rear brake fluid level Pull clutch.
56 check your motorcycle at regu-
( 78).
lar intervals.
Riding
a test of the pointer instruments If a needle failed to move, or if
and the warning and indicator one of the warning or indicator
lamps, i.e. the so-called "Pre- lamps failed to light up: Phase 2 z
Ride-Check". This test routine Have the malfunction corrected Check wheel sensors while
stops if the engine is started be- as soon as possible at an au- starting off.
fore it is completed. thorized workshop, preferably ABS warning lamp flashes.
an authorized BMW Motorrad
Phase 1 retailer.
The pointer of the tachometer ABS self-diagnosis
and speedometer move to the ABS self-diagnosis completed
end stop. At the same time, all The self-diagnosis routine ABS warning lamp goes out.
warning and indicator lamps are is determining whether
switched on consecutively. BMW Motorrad ABS is ready for Watch all warning and indicator
operation. The self-diagnosis lamps on the display.
Phase 2 routine runs automatically when An ABS error is indicated follow-
The general warning lamp you switch on the ignition. To ing completion of the ABS self-
changes from yellow to red. check the wheel speed sensors, diagnosis routine.
It remains possible to continue Brake pads
6 riding. It must be noted that
Engine break-in speeds
New brake pads must be run in
the ABS function is not avail- before they achieve their opti-
58 able. <5500 min-1 (Odometer read- mum friction force. This initial
Have the malfunction corrected ing 0...124 miles (0...200 km)) reduction in braking efficiency
as soon as possible at an au- can be compensated for by ex-
<6500 min-1 (Odometer
thorized workshop, preferably erting greater pressure on the
reading 124...249 miles
an authorized BMW Motorrad brake levers.
Riding
(200...400 km))
retailer.
<7500 min-1 (Odometer WARNING
z Breaking in reading 249...373 miles
(400...600 km)) New brake pads.
Engine Extension of the braking distance.
briefly maximum engine
While running in the motorcy- Accident hazard.
speed (Odometer
cle, vary the throttle opening Brake early.
reading 373...559 miles
and engine-speed range fre-
(600...900 km))
quently; avoid driving for long Tires
periods at a constant speed. Observe mileage, after which New tires have a smooth sur-
Choose curvy, slightly hilly sec- the running-in check should be face. This must be roughened by
tions of road if possible. performed. riding in a restrained manner at
Observe the engine run-in Mileage until first various heel angles until the tires
speeds. running-in check are run in. This running in proce-
dure is essential if the tires are to
311...746 miles achieve maximum grip.
(500...1200 km)
brake must be applied quickly Descending mountain
WARNING and with increasing force. This passes 6
Loss of adhesion of new tires procedure provides ideal exploita-
tion of the extra weight transfer 59
on wet roads and at extreme WARNING
angles. to the front wheel. The clutch
should also be disengaged at the Braking only with the rear-
Accident hazard wheel brake when descend-
same time. The frequently-prac-
Always think well ahead and ing mountain passes.
ticed procedure for "panic brak-
Riding
avoid extreme angles. Loss of braking action. Destruc-
ing", in which maximum braking
force is applied as rapidly as pos- tion of the brakes caused by
Brakes sible, produces deceleration rates overheating. z
How do you achieve that rise more quickly than the Use both front and rear brakes,
the shortest stopping dynamic weight transfer occurs. and make use of the engine's
distances? As a result, a complete transfer braking effect as well.
The dynamic load distribution be- of braking force to road surface is
not possible. Wet, soiled brakes
tween the front and rear wheel
changes during braking. The Locking up of the front wheel Moisture and dirt on the brake
heavier you brake, the greater is prevented by BMW Motorrad disks and the brake pads result in
the weight transfer to the front ABS. a decrease in the braking action.
wheel. Increases in the load at Delayed or poorer braking action
an individual wheel are accom- must be expected in the follow-
panied by a rise in the effective ing situations:
braking force that the wheel can When driving in the rain and
provide. through puddles.
To achieve the shortest possi- After washing the motorcycle.
ble braking distance, the front
When driving on roads spread Component damage caused by Refueling
6 with salt. tipping over.
Fuel specifications
After working on the brakes Always check that the ground
60 due to oil or grease residues. under the stand is level and For optimal fuel economy, the
When driving on soiled roads firm. gasoline should be sulfur-free or
or offroad. very low in sulfur content.
ATTENTION ATTENTION
Riding
Riding
Recommended fuel qual- tank.
ity
Riding
Fasten rear straps on both
sides to the passenger foot-
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pegs and then tighten them.
Tension all straps evenly; the
vehicle should be pulled down
against its springs with the
suspension compressed as
ATTENTION much as possible.
Pinching of components.
Component damage
Do not pinch components,
e.g. brake lines or wiring
harnesses.
Fasten front straps on both
sides on lower fork bridge.
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64
6
Riding
Technology in detail
Brake system with BMW Motorrad
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ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 65
Technology in detail
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Brake system with and maintains driving stability re- Lifting off rear wheel
7 BMW Motorrad ABS gardless of the road surface con- During extremely heavy and rapid
dition. decelerations it is possible that
66 How does ABS work? the BMW Motorrad ABS can-
The maximum braking force that What happens when
not prevent the rear wheel from
can be transferred to the road rough roads are lifting off the ground. In these
surface is partially dependent on encountered? cases, the motorcycle can also
the friction coefficient of the road Rough roads can briefly lead to flip end over end.
Technology in detail
Technology in detail
optimized for special require-
ments resulting under extreme Locked-up rear wheel for a shorter braking distances which
weather conditions off-road or on longer period of time, e.g. BMW Motorrad ABS permits
the racetrack. when riding downhill offroad. must not be used as an excuse
for careless riding. ABS is pri-
Should a fault code occur due to marily a means of ensuring a
Special situations
an unusual driving condition, the safety margin in genuine emer-
To detect the tendency of the ABS function can be reactivated
wheels to lock up, the speeds gencies.
by switching the ignition off and
of the front and rear wheel are then on again. WARNING
compared. If implausible values
are detected over a longer period How important is regular Braking in curves. z
of time, the ABS function is de- maintenance? Accident hazard despite ABS.
activated for safety reasons and The rider is always responsi-
an ABS error is indicated. The WARNING ble for adapting his/her driving
condition for a fault code is the style.
completed self-diagnosis. Failure to have maintenance Do not reduce the additional
Unusual driving conditions can performed on the brake sys- safety function with careless
lead to a fault code as well: tem regularly. riding or unnecessary risks.
Accident hazard
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68
7
Technology in detail
Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
8
69
Onboard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Maintenance
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Wheel rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 z
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
General instructions Onboard tool kit 3 Replacing bulb for park-
8 The "Maintenance" chapter de- Standard tool kit
ing light ( 90).
Replacing bulb for front
70 scribes work involving the check-
and rear turn indicator
ing and replacement of wear
( 91).
parts that can be performed with
4 Screwdriver handle
a minimum of effort.
Topping up engine oil
If special tightening torques are
( 74).
Maintenance
Maintenance
Insert the mounting pins 1 at
the left and right into the front
suspension.
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Use basic stand with the Attach the front wheel stand to
mounting pieces. The basic the front suspension and press
stand and its accessories it on the ground evenly.
are available through your
authorized BMW Motorrad Rear-wheel stand
retailer. Installing rear-wheel
stand
Turn in the bracket 1 with the Make sure ground is level and
long sides facing the inside. firm and park motorcycle.
Adjust the mounting pieces 2
to the width of the pins
Use rear wheel stand with rear
8 axle adapter. The rear wheel
stand and its accessories are
72 available through your autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Maintenance
Maintenance
higher the level of oil in the
sump.
Misinterpretation of the oil capac- Specified level of engine
ity oil
Only check the oil level after
between MIN and MAX mark-
a longer journey or when the
ing
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engine is warm.
Switch off engine at operating If the oil level is below MIN mark:
temperature. Topping up engine oil ( 74).
Make sure ground is level and Read the oil level in the
firm and hold motorcycle verti- display 1. If oil level is above MAX mark:
cally. Have the oil level corrected
Wait five minutes to allow oil to at an authorized service facil-
drain to the oil pan. ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Topping up engine oil Pressure point must be clearly
8 Park motorcycle, ensuring that
ATTENTION perceptible.
support surface is firm and Too little or too much engine If no clear pressure points are
74 perceptible:
level. oil.
Engine damage ATTENTION
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct. Improper working on the
Maintenance
z max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l) (Dif- Have the brakes checked at an
ference between MIN and authorized workshop, preferably
Wipe area around oil fill loca-
MAX) an authorized BMW Motorrad
tion to clean it.
retailer.
To be able to apply force more Check engine oil level ( 73).
easily, insert the interchange- Install the oil filler cover 3. Check front brake pad
able screwdriver bit 1, Phillips thickness
end first, into the screwdriver Brake system
Make sure ground is level and
handle 2 (from onboard toolkit). Checking brake operation firm and park motorcycle.
Apply specified onboard tool to
Actuate the handbrake lever.
sealing plug 3 of oil fill location
and remove counterclockwise. Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys- 8
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their 75
minimum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
Maintenance
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Visually inspect left and right
Front brake-pad wear Checking rear brake pad
brake pads to determine their
limit thickness
thickness. Viewing direction:
between wheel and front 0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only friction Make sure ground is level and
suspension toward brake material without carrier plate. firm and park motorcycle. z
pads 1. Wear markings (grooves) must
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.
In order to ensure the operat-
8 ing reliability of the brake sys-
tem, make sure that the brake
76 pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
Maintenance
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness.
Reduced braking action. Damage
to the brake.
Check front brake fluid
level 8
77
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir.
Considerably reduced braking
Maintenance
performance caused by air in the
brake system.
Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2 Check brake fluid level in front
Check brake fluid level
is between the brake pads. brake-fluid reservoir 1.
regularly.
How to interpret the marks:
Make sure ground is level and NOTICE
3 rings visible: brake-pad thick-
ness is at least 75 % firm and park motorcycle. z
The brake fluid level in the brake-
2 rings visible: brake-pad thick- Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal,
fluid reservoir drops due to brake
ness is at least 50 % motorcycle standing upright.
pad wear.
1 ring visible: brake-pad thick-
ness is at least 25 %
No rings visible: Brake pads
worn to wear limit; check as
described above
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
8 tailer.
WARNING
Maintenance
Maintenance
Have the clutch checked by an If the tone does not remain con-
authorized workshop, preferably sistent:
Rear brake fluid level an authorized BMW Motorrad
Have spokes checked by an
retailer.
authorized service facility,
Brake fluid, DOT4 preferably an authorized
Wheel rims and tires BMW Motorrad retailer. z
The brake fluid level must Check wheel rims
not fall below the MIN mark. Checking tire tread depth
Make sure ground is level and
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-
firm and park motorcycle.
tal) WARNING
Subject wheel rims to visual
If brake fluid level falls below the inspection for defects. Riding with heavily worn
approved level:
Have damaged rims checked tyres
Have the defect corrected as and, if necessary, replaced Risk of accident due to poorer
soon as possible by an autho- by a specialist service facil- rideability
rized workshop, preferably an ity, preferably an authorized If necessary, replace the tyres
authorized BMW Motorrad re- BMW Motorrad retailer. before the legally specified
tailer.
minimum tread depth is Wheels control unit as the basis for all
8 reached.
Tire recommendation
necessary calculations. A change
Make sure ground is level and in these sizes due to conversion
80 For every size of tire, to wheels not installed as stan-
firm and park motorcycle. BMW Motorrad has tested and dard equipment can seriously af-
Measure tire tread depth in approved certain makes as fect the control comfort of these
main tread grooves with wear roadworthy. BMW Motorrad systems.
indicating marks. cannot evaluate the suitability of The sensor rings required for
Maintenance
other tires, and can therefore wheel speed detection must also
NOTICE
take no responsibility for their match the control systems in-
Tread wear marks are integrated driving safety. stalled and may not be replaced.
into the main grooves on every BMW Motorrad recommends If you want to equip your
tire. If the tire tread has worn only using the tires tested and motorcycle with different wheels,
down to the level of the marks, approved by BMW Motorrad.
z please speak to a specialist
the tire is completely worn. The Extensive information is service facility, and preferably a
locations of the marks are indi- available at your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. In some
cated on the edge of the tire, e.g. BMW Motorrad retailer or on cases the data stored in the
by the letters TI, TWI or by an the Internet at "www.bmw- control units can be adapted to
arrow. motorrad.com". the new wheel sizes.
When the minimum tread depth Affect of wheel size on
is reached: Remove front wheel
ABS
Replace tires concerned.
Wheel sizes greatly affect the NOTICE
function of the ABS system. Es-
To simplify wheel removal/instal-
pecially the diameter and width
lation, the front wheel cover must
of the wheels are stored in the
be released on one side.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle. 8
81
Maintenance
Remove sensor cable arrow
from bracket. ATTENTION
Remove screw 1 and take Pressing together the brake
Loosen screws 1. wheel speed sensor 2 out of pads with the brake caliper
bore. removed.
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Mask off areas of wheel rim
that could be scratched in the The brake caliper cannot be
process of removing the brake mounted over the brake disc.
calipers. Do not operate the brake
lever with the brake caliper
removed.
Remove screws 1 on left.
Detach bracket 2 for sensor
cable and brake caliper 3.
Carefully pull brake calipers Place the motorcycle on an
8 back and outward to remove auxiliary stand before lifting
them from the brake rotors. the front wheel with the
82 BMW Motorrad front-wheel
stand.
ATTENTION
Raise front of motorcy-
Motorcycle tips to the side cle, preferably using a
when raising.
Maintenance
ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad
Push brake pads 1 slightly front wheel stand without an
apart by turning the brake additional auxiliary stand.
caliper 2 back and forth against Component damage cause by
the brake rotor 3. tipping over.
Remove quick-release axle 2 Malfunctions during control inter-
while supporting wheel. ventions by ABS. 8
Do not wipe off grease on axle. Please see the information on
the effect of wheel sizes on the 83
Roll front wheel forward to re-
move. ABS system at the beginning
of this chapter.
ATTENTION
Maintenance
Tightening of screwed con-
ATTENTION nections with incorrect tight-
ening torque.
Incorrect spacing between Damage or loosening of screwed
the sensor ring and wheel connections.
speed sensor caused by
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Always have the tightening
poorly aligned threaded torques checked by a spe-
bushing in the front Remove spacing bushing 1 on
cialized workshop, preferably
suspension. left side from front wheel hub.
an authorized BMW Motorrad
Damage to the wheel speed sen- Install front wheel retailer.
sor. ABS malfunction.
The left clamp fixes the WARNING
threaded bushing in position
and must not be loosened or Use of a wheel which does
removed. not comply with series speci-
fications.
Loosen axle clamping
screws 1.
Raise front wheel and mount
8 Lubricant
quick-release axle 1 and fasten
loosely.
84
Optimoly TA
ATTENTION
Front wheel installation op-
Maintenance
ATTENTION
8
85
Motorcycle tips to the side
when raising.
Component damage cause by
tipping over.
Maintenance
Secure the motorcycle against
tipping to the side, preferably
Lay on brake caliper 3 on left Fasten sensor cable arrow on with the assistance of a second
and bracket 2. brake line. person.
Install screws 1. Insert wheel speed sensor 2 in
Remove rear wheel stand.
bore and install with screw 1.
Brake caliper on tele- Place motorcycle on its side z
scopic forks WARNING stand.
Tighten screws 1.
CAUTION
Front wheel cover on
fork Hot exhaust system.
Burn hazard
z 4 lb/ft (5 Nm) Do not touch hot exhaust
system.
Remove rear wheel
Loosen screw 1 of clip and
Park motorcycle, ensuring that slide clip toward rear.
support surface is firm and Do not remove sealing grease
Clamping screw in axle
level. from clip.
adapter
Install rear-wheel stand ( 71).
Tightening sequence: Tighten
the screws 6 times, alternating
between one and the other
each time
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Place rear wheel on rear wheel
support. 8
87
Maintenance
Remove screw 1 and fastening Remove screws 1 while sup-
washer 2 of muffler bracket porting wheel.
from passenger footrest. Roll rear wheel out toward rear.
Pull off muffler 3 toward rear Install screws 1.
and lay on a soft surface. Installing rear wheel z
Rear wheel on wheel
Shift into first gear. WARNING carrier
Headlight
Removing and installing
Maintenance
light housing
Align muffler 3, lay on fas- Slide clip as far forward as pos- Switch off ignition ( 30).
tening washer 2 and install sible and align so that clamp Make sure ground is level and
screw 1. marking (GS) 1 faces mark- firm and park motorcycle.
ing 2.
z Muffler on passenger
frame
Maintenance
Remove light housing ( 88).
WARNING
Bend clamp by striking on
lamp housing.
Lay on light housing 1 behind z
lug 2 and swivel downward. No secure fastening of lamp
Align light housing 1 in center. housing possible.
Do not use force.
Press screw 2 upward with
screwdriver.
Swivel light housing toward Disconnect connector 1 for
rear. low-beam and high-beam
Clip 1 engages in light housing. headlight.
Tighten screw 2. Pull rubber seal 2 off light
housing.
Install light housing.
8 Replacing bulb for parking
90 light
Switch off ignition ( 30).
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Remove light housing ( 88).
Maintenance
H4 / 12 V / 60/55 W
To protect the glass against Mount rubber cap 1.
soiling, only grasp the bulb by Connect connector 2 for low-
the base. beam and high-beam headlight.
Replacing bulb for front
and rear turn indicator 8
Switch off ignition ( 30). 91
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Maintenance
Pull bulb 1 out of socket 2. Insert bulb 1 for parking light
into socket 2.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulb for parking light
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RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
Pull glass on screw connection Insert inside end of lens into
side out of light housing. To prevent contaminants from light housing and close.
being deposited on the glass
surface, always use a clean, dry
z cloth to hold the bulb.
Maintenance
Damage to the motorcycle's
Jump-starting
electronics.
Unclip cover 1 in lower
The battery of the donor ve-
ATTENTION area arrow and remove
hicle must have a voltage of
upward.
Current too high when jump- 12 V.
starting the motorcycle Park motorcycle, ensuring that z
Cable fire or damage to the vehi- support surface is firm and
cle electronics level.
Do not jump-start the motor- Remove passenger seat
cycle using the power socket, ( 42).
only via the battery terminal. Remove rider's seat ( 41).
ATTENTION
Contact between crocodile
clips of jump leads and mo- Begin by connecting one end
torcycle. of red jumper cable to positive
Danger of short circuit battery connection point 1 and
other end to positive terminal Battery
8 of second battery.
Maintenance instructions
ATTENTION
Then connect one end of black Discharging of the connected
94 jumper cable to a screw termi- Correct battery maintenance
combined with proper charging battery by the vehicle elec-
nal 2 on your own motorcycle tronics (e.g. clock).
and other end to negative ter- and storage procedures extends
the battery's service life, and is Total discharge of battery leading
minal of second battery. to a rejection of warranty claims.
Run engine of donor vehicle also required for warranty claims.
Maintenance
Maintenance
battery on the battery termi- Always charge a fully is not compatible with your mo-
nals. discharged battery (battery torcycle's electronics. In this
voltage below 9 V; with case, charge the battery directly
Damage to the motorcycle's
the ignition switched on, at the terminals of the discon-
electronics.
the indicator lights and the nected battery.
Disconnect the battery be-
multifunction display remain
fore charging on the battery Charging disconnected z
off) directly at the poles of the
terminals.
disconnected battery. battery
ATTENTION Charge disconnected battery Charge battery using a suitable
via onboard socket. charger.
Unsuitable chargers con- Comply with operating instruc-
nected to the power socket. NOTICE tions of charger.
Damage to charger and chassis Once the battery is fully
The motorcycle's onboard elec-
electronics. charged, disconnect the
tronics know when the battery
Use suitable BMW chargers. charger's terminal clips from
is fully charged. The onboard
The correct charger is avail- the battery terminals.
socket is switched off when this
able through your authorized
happens.
BMW Motorrad retailer.
8 NOTICE
Replacing battery
If the battery is defective, please
z contact a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
9
97
Onboard power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Passenger frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Accessories
Installing passenger frame . . . . . . . . . 103
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General instructions The safety, operation and suit- Onboard power sockets
9 ability of the parts and accessory
Information on using onboard
CAUTION products have been checked ex-
98 power sockets:
tensively by BMW. Therefore,
Use of products from other BMW assumes responsibility for Automatic deactivation
manufacturers. these products. BMW shall not
Safety risk The power sockets are automat-
be liable for unapproved parts
ically deactivated under the fol-
BMW Motorrad cannot exam- and accessory products of any
Accessories
lowing conditions:
ine or test each product of out- kind.
side origin to ensure that it can if the battery's voltage falls be-
Whenever you are planning mod-
be used on or in connection low the level required to start
ifications, comply with all the le-
with BMW motorcycles without the vehicle
gal requirements. The vehicle
constituting a safety hazard. must not violate the regulations if the maximum electrical load
z Nor is this guarantee provided governing vehicle approval for specified in the "Technical
when the official approval of highway use applicable in your data" is exceeded
a specific country has been own country. during starting.
granted. Tests conducted by Your authorized BMW Motorrad
Connection of electrical
these instances cannot make retailer offers you qualified advice
devices
provision for all operating con- in choosing genuine BMW parts,
ditions experienced by BMW accessories and other products. The ignition must be switched
motorcycles and, consequently, You will find all BMW Motorrad on before electrical devices con-
they are not sufficient in some optional accessories on nected to the power sockets can
circumstances. our website: "www.bmw- be operated. To reduce loads on
Use only parts and accessories motorrad.com". the onboard electrical system the
approved by BMW for your sockets are deactivated no more
motorcycle.
than 15 minutes after the ignition Do not exceed the gross Passenger frame
is switched off. weight limit and observe the
Removing passenger 9
loading information.
Cable routing frame 99
Observe the following when rout-
ing cable from power sockets to ATTENTION
additional devices: Hard or sharp-edged compo-
Driver must not be impaired by nents.
Accessories
cable. Scratching of and damage to
Steering angle and handling paintwork.
characteristics must not be re- Use suitable surface or tape off
stricted. endangered area.
Do not kink or pinch cable.
Secure luggage (e.g. rear bag) z
NOTICE
Luggage on lashing eyes 1.
Additional information on lug- The installation of an additional
Securing luggage on
gage systems and their fastening OA (muffler bracket) is essen-
motorcycle tial for removing the passenger
is available at your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer. frame.
WARNING
Detailed information can be
Reduced riding stability obtained from your authorized
caused by overloading and BMW Motorrad retailer or online
uneven loading. at www.bmw-motorrad.com.
Accident hazard Also observe the general infor-
mation at the beginning of this
chapter.
Make sure ground is level and Use suitable surface or tape off
9 firm and park motorcycle. endangered area.
ATTENTION
Mounting muffler
Accessories
with muffler bracket OA
Remove screws 1 and take off
passenger frame 2 toward rear.
102
14 lb/ft (19 Nm) max 18 lbs (max 8 kg)
WARNING
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Reduced riding stability
caused by overloading and
uneven loading. Your authorized BMW Motorrad
Lay footrest system 1 on left Accident hazard retailer offers you qualified advise
on rear frame 2 and install Do not exceed the gross when choosing genuine BMW
screws 3. weight limit and observe the parts, accessories and other
loading information. products, e.g. aluminum seat
Footrest system on rear bucket or cover for rear frame).
frame After the passenger frame is You will find all BMW Motorrad
removed, the maximum load in optional accessories on
14 lb/ft (19 Nm) the area of the luggage rack 1 our website: "www.bmw-
(see figure) must be complied motorrad.com".
with.
Installing passenger
frame 9
Removing left-hand 103
footrest system
Accessories
Remove screw 1 and Remove screws 1 and 2.
washer 2. Take off muffler bracket 3.
Removing muffler
with muffler bracket OA
Installing left-hand Scratching of and damage to
9 footrest system paintwork.
Use suitable surface or tape off
104 endangered area.
Accessories Remove rider's seat ( 41).
Accessories
Tighten screws 1.
ATTENTION
Passenger frame on lug-
Pinching of components. gage rack
Component damage z
Do not pinch components, 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
e.g. brake lines or wiring Remove masking.
harnesses.
Installing driver's seat ( 41).
Fasten lines 1 in bracket 2.
Install the passenger seat
Install screws 2.
( 42).
Passenger frame on rear Remove rear wheel stand.
frame
Accessories
106
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
10
107
Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 108
Cleaning sensitive motorcycle
parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Care
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Storing the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 z
Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 110
Care products Washing your torcycle, after riding through
10 BMW Motorrad recommends motorcycle water or in the rain.
Poorer braking action.
108 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
insects by covering the affected
ATTENTION areas with a wet cloth. Radiator fins bend easily. z
Damage to radiator fins.
Use of unsuitable cleaning Clean with water and When cleaning, ensure that the
agents. sponge only. cooler fins are not bent.
Damage to plastic surfaces.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or Rubber
Do not use chemical clean-
cleaners containing alcohol or
ing agents. Treat rubber components with
solvents.
water or BMW rubber protection
Do not use insect sponges or
coating agent.
sponges with a hard surface. Chrome
Especially in the case of road ATTENTION
Fairings and Panels salt, carefully clean chrome parts
Clean body panels with water with plenty of water and BMW Use of silicone sprays for
and BMW plastic cleaner. auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- care of rubber seals.
ish for additional treatment. Damage to rubber seals.
Do not use silicone sprays
or care products that contain
silicone.
Paint care Motorrad recommends remov- Protective wax coating
10 Washing the vehicle on a regu-
ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-
BMW Motorrad recommends
mover. Then add a protective
110 lar basis will help prevent long- applying BMW car wax or prod-
wax coating to the paint at these
term damage from harmful sub- ucts containing carnauba wax or
locations.
stances, and is especially impor- synthetic wax to preserve your
tant when your vehicle is used paintwork.
in areas with high levels of air
Storing the motorcycle
When water fails to form beads
Completely fill the motorcycle's
Care
Technical Data
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 z
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Troubleshooting chart
11 Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start.
112 Possible cause Remedy
Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) Emergency off switch in normal operating position
Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand.
Technical Data
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever
No fuel in tank Refueling procedure ( 61).
Battery drained Charging connected battery ( 95).
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Threaded fasteners
Front wheel Value Valid
11
113
Brake caliper on telescopic
forks
M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm)
Clamping screw in axle adapter
Technical Data
M8 x 35 Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating
between one and the other each time
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Quick-release axle in axle mount
M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
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Rear wheel Value Valid
Rear wheel on wheel carrier
M10 x 53 x 1.25 diagonally
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Mirror arm Value Valid
Mirror (locknut) on adapter
Left-hand thread, M10 x 1.25 16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Mirror arm Value Valid
11 Adapter on clamping block
114
M10 18 lb/ft (25 Nm)
Headlight Value Valid
Headlight on bracket
Technical Data
Technical Data
Bracket for muffler on rear
frame
M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) with muffler
M8 x 25 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) bracket OA
Muffler on bracket
M8 x 60 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) with sport z
muffler OA
Engine
11 Engine number location On crankcase at lower right, in front of cylinder
116
Engine type 122EJ
Engine design Longitudinally mounted two-cylinder opposed-twin
engine with two overhead camshafts each, four
radially arranged valves per cylinder, air cooling,
Technical Data
Technical Data
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
89 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.8 gal (Approx. 18 l)
Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. 3 l)
Emission standard EU 3
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Engine oil
11 Engine oil, capacity max 1.1 gal (max 4.0 l), with filter replacement
118
Specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ/JASO MA2, Additives (for
instance, molybdenum-based substances) are
prohibited, because they would attack the coat-
ings on engine components, BMW Motorrad rec-
ommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro Oil
Technical Data
Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l), Difference between
MIN and MAX
BMW recommends
z Clutch
Clutch design Single-plate dry clutch
Transmission
Transmission design Helical 6-speed transmission with integrated tor-
11
sional vibration damper, claw shifting via sliding 119
sleeves
Transmission gear ratios 1,737, Primary gear ratio
2,375 (38:16 teeth), 1st gear
1,696 (39:23 teeth), 2nd gear
Technical Data
1,296 (35:27 teeth), 3rd gear
1,065 (33:31 teeth), 4th gear
0,939 (31:33 teeth), 5th gear
0,848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear
Rear-wheel drive
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Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW
Motorrad paralever
Gear ratio of final drive 2.910 (32/11 teeth)
Suspension
11 Front wheel
120
Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks
Spring travel, front 4.7 in (120 mm), on wheel
Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW
Technical Data
Motorrad paralever
Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable
rebound-stage damping and spring preload
Spring travel at rear wheel 4.7 in (120 mm)
Recommendation on chassis adjustment for one- Spring preload, Turn adjustment wheel counter-
z up operation clockwise as far as possible
Damping, Turn adjusting screw as far as possible
clockwise, then turn back 1.5 turns
Recommendation on chassis adjustment for two- Spring preload, Turn adjustment wheel clockwise
up operation as far as possible
Damping, Turn adjusting screw as far as possible
clockwise, then turn back 1 turn
Brakes
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated double disc brakes with 4-
11
piston radial monobloc calipers and floating brake 121
discs
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Front brake-disk thickness min 0.16 in (min 4 mm), Wear limit
Technical Data
Free travel of brake actuation (Front wheel brake) 0.070.01 in (1.850.25 mm), at piston
Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston
floating caliper and fixed brake disc
Brake-pad material, rear Organic
Rear brake-disk thickness min 0.18 in (min 4.5 mm), Wear limit
Free travel of brake actuation (Rear wheel brake) 0.030.01 in (0.70.2 mm), at piston z
Wheels and tires
11 Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is avail-
122 able from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer
or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com.
Speed category of front/rear tires V, minimum requirement: 149 mph (240 km/h)
Front wheel
Technical Data
Technical Data
Permissible rear wheel load max 595 lbs (max 270 kg)
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g)
Tire inflation pressures
Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold
Tire pressure, rear 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), One-up, with cold tires z
42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Operation with passenger, with
cold tires
Electrical system
11 Electrical rating of onboard socket 5A
124
Battery
Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery
Battery voltage 12 V
Battery capacity 14 Ah
Technical Data
Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK MAR8B-JDS
Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm)
Bulbs
z Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 60/55 W
Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Bulb for taillight/brake light LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
Fuses Electrical circuits are electronically protected. If
an electronic fuse trips and de-energizes a cir-
cuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is
switched on after the fault has been rectified.
Frame
Frame design 4-piece steel tube frame with supporting drive
11
unit 125
Location of type plate Steering head at front left
Location of the vehicle identification number Rear frame at lower front right
Technical Data
Dimensions
Motorcycle length 82.1 in (2085 mm)
Motorcycle height 49.8 in (1265 mm), in DIN normal-load position;
with mirrors
Motorcycle width 35 in (890 mm), With mirrors
Rider's seat height 30.9 in (785 mm), Without driver z
with Custom rider's seat OA 30.5 in (775 mm), Without driver
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 69.3 in (1760 mm), Without driver
with Custom rider's seat OA 69.1 in (1755 mm), Without driver
Weights
11 Unladen weight 489 lbs (222 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for
126 road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE
Permissible gross weight 948 lbs (430 kg)
Maximum payload 459 lbs (208 kg)
Technical Data
Performance data
Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- 20 %
ble total weight)
Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)
Activation time 15 s
Alarm duration 26 s
Activation time between two alarms 12 s
Temperature range -40...185 F (-40...85 C)
Operating voltage 9...16 V
Remote control
with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) OE 11
127
Range of remote control 32.8 ft (10 m)
Readiness for reception of remote control 1 h, after ignition off
Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband
Technical Data
Transmission frequency 433.92 MHz
Battery voltage (for remote control) 3V
Battery type (for remote control) CR 2032 lithium
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Technical Data
128
11
Service
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 130
12
129
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Service
Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . 131
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
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Running-in check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Standard BMW Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Confirmation of maintenance
work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Reporting safety defects
12 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause
130 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 preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad Mobility
With its worldwide dealer net-
BMW Motorrad retailer. Services 12
work, BMW Motorrad can attend To ensure that your BMW con- The BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- 131
to you and your motorcycle in sistently remains in optimal con- vices furnish you and your new
over 100 countries around the dition BMW Motorrad urges you BMW motorcycle with extra se-
globe. BMW Motorrad retailers to observe the recommended curity by offering a wide array of
have the technical information service intervals. assistance services in the event
Service
and expertise needed to conduct Have all maintenance and repair of a breakdown (mobile service,
reliable service and repairs cover- work confirmed in the "Service" breakdown assistance, vehicle re-
ing every aspect of your BMW. chapter in this manual. For gen- covery and retrieval, etc.).
You can find the nearest autho- erous treatment of claims sub- Contact your authorized BMW z
rized BMW Motorrad retailer mitted after the warranty period Motorrad retailer for additional
by visiting our Internet site at has expired (goodwill), evidence information on available mobility-
"www.bmw-motorrad.com". of regular maintenance is essen- maintenance services.
tial.
WARNING
Maintenance
Improperly performed main- You can obtain information on procedures
tenance and repair work. the contents of the BMW Ser-
vices from your BMW Motorrad BMW Pre-Delivery Check
Accident hazard due to subse-
quent damage. retailer. The BMW pre-delivery check is
BMW Motorrad recommends carried out by your authorized
having corresponding work on BMW Motorrad retailer before it
your motorcycle carried out turns over the vehicle to you.
by a specialized workshop,
BMW Running-in Check The service display in the multi-
12 The BMW running-in check function display reminds you of
must be carried out between the next service date approx. one
132 month or 620 miles (1,000 km)
300 mls and 750 mls (500 km
and 1200 km). before the entered values.
Service
133
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Service
134
12
Maintenance schedule c for the first time after one
1 Running-in check ( 136)
year, then every two years 12
or 24,000 mls (whichever
2 Standard BMW Service 135
comes first)
( 136) d every six years or every
3 Engine oil change with fil-
24,000 mls (whichever
ter
comes first)
4 Oil change in rear bevel e for the first time after one
Service
gear
year, then every two years
5 Check valve clearance
6 Change gear oil
7 Replace all spark plugs z
8 Replacing air cleaner insert
9 Replace alternator belt
10 Oil change in telescopic
fork
11 Adjust synchronization mo-
tor
12 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)
Running-in check Conduct operating test of en- Check Bowden cables for ease
12 The running-in check consists
gine starting suppression. of movement, rubbing and
Check synchronization. kinking spots and clearance
136 of the following inspection and
Final inspection and checking Checking the tire pressure and
maintenance work.
for road safety. tread depth.
Setting the service date and
Recording the BMW Service in Checking the side stands for
remaining distance.
the on-board literature. ease of movement.
Performing the brief test using
Checking tension of spokes
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
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Work carried out Odometer Date
reading 12
143
Service
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Service
144
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Appendix
Certificate for Electronic Immobi-
13
lizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 145
Appendix
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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.
A Technical data, 124 Replacing bulbs for dipped and
14 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Warning for battery charge main-beam headlights, 89
ABS current, 26 Replacing LED tail light, 93
148 Self-diagnosis, 57 Brake fluid Technical data, 124
Technology in detail, 66 Checking fluid level at rear, 78 Warning indicator for defective
Warning lamps, 27 Checking front fluid level, 77 bulb, 26
Accessories Front reservoir, 13
General instructions, 98 Rear reservoir, 13 C
Index
Index
Technical Data, 124 Refueling procedure, 61 Immobilizer
Emergency on/off switch (kill Reserve quantity, 22 Spare key, 31
switch), 15 Technical data, 117
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Warning indicator, 25
Operating, 35 Technical Data, 117 Indicator lights, 17
Engine Fuel reserve Overview, 20
Engine-electronics warning Warning indicator, 25 Instrument cluster
indicator, 25 Fuses Ambient light sensor, 17
Starting, 56 Technical Data, 124 Overview, 17
Technical Data, 116
H J
Engine oil
Hazard warning flashers Jump-starting, 93
Checking level, 73
Control, 14
Fill location, 13
Operating, 34 K
Fluid level indicator, 11 Keys, 30
Headlight
Technical Data, 118
Adjusting for RHD/LHD
Topping up, 74 traffic, 40 L
Equipment, 7 Lights
Headlamp range, 41
Control, 14
Removing and installing, 88
Low-beam headlight, 33
Operating headlight flasher, 33 Multifunction display, 17 Multifunction display, 21
14 Operating high-beam Control, 14 Right handlebar fitting, 15
headlight, 33 Meaning of symbols, 22 Right side of vehicle, 13
150
Operating parking light, 34 Overview, 21 Underneath seat, 16
Parking lamps, 33 Selecting display readings, 32 Warning and indicator
logon Multifunction switch lamps, 20
Remote control, 50 General view, left , 14
General view, right, 15 P
Index
M Passenger frame
z Maintenance N Installing, 103, 104
General instructions, 70 Notice concerning current Removing, 99
Maintenance schedule, 135 status, 7 Passenger seat
Maintenance intervals, 131 Installing, 41
Mirrors O
Onboard power socket Locking mechanism, 13
Adjusting, 38
Information on use, 98 Removing, 41
Mobility Services, 131
Position on vehicle, 11 Payload table
Motion sensor Label, 16
Deactivating, 46 Onboard tool kit
Contents, 70 Pre-Ride-Check, 57
Motorcycle
Position on vehicle, 16 Programming, 48
Care, 107
Cleaning, 107 Overview of warning
indicators, 24 R
Parking, 60 Rear-wheel drive
Overviews Technical Data, 119
Returning to use, 110
Instrument cluster, 17
Storage, 110 Rear-wheel stand
Left handlebar fitting, 14 Mounting, 71
Tying down, 62 Left side of vehicle, 11 Refueling, 61
Remote control Suspension Weights, 126
logon, 50 Technical Data, 120 Wheels and tires, 122 14
synchronize, 51 Switching off, 60 Tire inflation pressures 151
Rider's Manual (US Model) Symbols Label, 16
Position on vehicle, 16 Meaning, 22 Tires
Rider's seat Checking tire inflation
Installing, 41 T pressures, 40
Removing, 41 Tachometer, 17 Checking tread depth, 79
Index
Technical data Inflation pressures, 123
S Battery, 124
Safety instructions
Recommendation, 80 z
Brakes, 121
Running in, 58
on Brakes, 59 Bulbs, 124
Technical Data, 122
On riding, 54 Clutch, 118
Torques, 113
Service, 131 Dimensions, 125
Reporting safety defects, 130 Transmission
Electrical system, 124 Technical Data, 119
Spark plugs Engine, 116 Trip distance recorder
Technical data, 124 Engine oil, 118 Control, 17
Speedometer, 17 Frame, 125 Resetting, 33
Spring preload Fuel, 117 Troubleshooting chart, 112
Adjusting, 38 Rear-wheel drive, 119 Turn indicators
Rear adjuster, 13 Spark plugs, 124 Operating, 34
Starting, 56 Standards, 7 Operating element, left, 14
Control, 15 Suspension, 120 Type plate
Steering lock, 31 Transmission, 119 Position on vehicle, 11
V
14 Vehicle identification number
Position on vehicle, 13
152
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Warning lamps, 17
ABS, 27
Anti-theft alarm system, 26
Index
Index
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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 Plus unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
91 AKI (98 ROZ/RON)
91 AKI
Alternative fuel quality Super unleaded (minor power restriction and possibly
higher consumption) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
89 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.8 gal (Approx. 18 l)
Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. 3 l)
Tire inflation pressures
Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold
Tire pressure, rear 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), One-up, with cold tires
42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Operation with passenger, with cold
tires
BMW recommends
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