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BMW Motorrad

The Ultimate
Riding Machine

Owner's Handbook (US Model)


R 1200 RT
Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle Data Retailer Data

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Vehicle identification number Ms./Mr.

Color number Phone number

Initial registration

License plate Retailer's address/phone number (com-


pany stamp)
Welcome to BMW Suggestions and complaints
If you have any questions con-
Congratulations on choosing a cerning your motorcycle, your au-
motorcycle from BMW Motorrad thorized BMW Motorrad retailer
and welcome to the community is always happy to provide advice
of BMW motorcycle owners and and assistance.
riders. Familiarize yourself with
your new motorcycle so that you We wish you many miles of safe
can ride it safely and confidently and enjoyable riding on your
in all highway traffic situations. BMW

About this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad.


Please read this Rider's Manual
carefully before starting to use
your new BMW. It contains im-
portant information on how to
operate the controls and how to
get the most benefit from your
BMW's advanced technical fea-
tures.
In addition, it contains informa-
tion on maintenance and care to
help you maintain your vehicle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value. 01 41 8 563 367

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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
1
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

back of the manual. If you would


moderate risk. Failure to
like to start with a quick overview Reference to a page with
avoid this hazard can result in
of your motorcycle, this informa- more detailed informa-
death or serious injury.
tion has been provided in chapter tion.
2. All maintenance and repair DANGER Hazard with high
work carried out on your mo- risk. Failure to avoid this Indicates the end of ac-
torcycle will be documented in hazard results in death or serious cessory or equipment-
chapter 11. Documentation con- injury. dependent information.
firming performance of scheduled ATTENTION Special in-
maintenance is a precondition structions and precaution- Tightening torque.
z for generous handling of out-of- ary measures. Failure to comply
warranty claims and goodwill war- can lead to damage to the mo-
ranty treatment. Technical data.
torcycle and/or accessories and
When the time comes to sell thus to the rejection of warranty
your BMW, remember to hand claims.
over this Rider's Manual; it is an
NOTE Special information
important part of the motorcycle.
on operating and inspect-
ing your motorcycle as well as
OE Optional extra. TPC Tire Pressure Control Technical data
BMW Motorrad optional (TPC).
All dimensions, weights and out- 1
extras are already com-
puts in the Rider's Manual relate 7
pletely installed during Equipment to the German DIN standards
motorcycle production.
When you ordered your BMW and comply with their tolerance
OA Optional accessory. motorcycle, you chose various specifications. Versions for indi-
BMW Motorrad op- items of custom equipment. This vidual countries may differ.

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.
8

General instructions

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Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2
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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10
2

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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12
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

z
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

Audio system (see audio


system manual)
9 Menu Favorite ( 56).
z
Multifunction switch,
right 2
1 with central locking sys- 17
tem OE
Central locking ( 77)
2 Riding mode ( 64)
3 Emergency on/off switch

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
3
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

6 Turn indicator, right


7 Electronic engine manage-
ment
z 8 DWA ( 83)
with Keyless Ride OE
Indicator light for radio-
operated key ( 47)
9 with additional LED
headlight OA
Auxiliary headlight ( 62)
10 with cruise control OE
Cruise control ( 65)
11 Universal warning light, ap-
pears together with warn-
ing symbols in display
panel ( 25)
Multifunction display
1 Tripmeter ( 59) 3
2 Warning symbols ( 25) 23
3 Menu panel ( 53)
Audio system
4 with seat heating OE
Seat heating ( 73)

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)

24
Ambient temperature Electrical system voltage
( 39)

with Tire Pressure Control


Displays

(TPC) OE
Tire inflation pressures
( 41)
z Meanings of the symbols at posi-
tion 1:
Stopwatch ( 58)
Average fuel consumption
since last reset ( 58)
Travel times ( 58)
1 Heated handlebar grips
Current fuel consumption switched on

Date (display mode de- with seat heating OE


pends on the time format 2 Rider`s-seat heating ON
Range with fuel now on
board ( 39) selected) ( 57) 3 Rear-seat heating ON
with Dynamic ESA OE You will find an overview of the
potential warnings on the follow- 3
ing pages.
25

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

lights up yellow appears on the EWS active ( 30)


display

lights up yellow appears on the Radio-operated key outside reception


z display range ( 30)

lights up yellow Replace battery of radio-operated key


( 31)

lights up red Temperature read- Coolant temperature too high ( 31)


ing turns red

appears on the Engine-oil level too low ( 31)


display

lights up Engine fault ( 31)

flashes Severe engine fault ( 32)


Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning
lamps display panel 3
lights up yellow appears on the Front light failure ( 32) 27
display

lights up yellow appears on the Rear light failure ( 32)


display

Displays
lights up yellow appears on the Light failure ( 33)
display

appears on the DWA battery charge level low ( 33) z


display

lights up yellow appears on the DWA battery drained ( 33)


display

appears on the Onboard system voltage low ( 34)


display

lights up yellow appears on the Onboard system voltage critical ( 34)


display

lights up red appears on the Battery charging voltage insufficient


display ( 34)
Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning
3 lamps display panel
28 flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed
( 35)

lights up ABS error ( 35)


Displays

flashes rapidly ASC intervention ( 35)

z flashes slowly ASC self-diagnosis not completed


( 36)

lights up ASC switched off ( 36)

lights up ASC error ( 36)

lights up yellow appears on the ESA error ( 36)


display

flashes red + tire pressure in Tire inflation pressure is outside ap-


red proved range ( 37)
Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning
lamps display panel 3
+ "--" or Transmission error ( 37) 29
"-- --" is
indicated
lights up yellow + "--" or Sensor defective or system error
"-- --" is ( 38)

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

briefly shows yellow appears on the Service overdue ( 39)


display

lights up Fuel-level reading Fuel down to reserve ( 39)


turns yellow
Outside temperature EWS active appears on the display.
3 warning shows yellow.
30 appears on the display. Possible cause:
appears on the display. Communication between the
Possible cause: radio-operated key and the en-
gine electronics is disrupted.
The outside temperature Possible cause: Check battery in radio-operated
Displays

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

cordingly. ing mode.


Avoid rapid acceleration and Accident hazard Possible cause:
passing maneuvers. Adapt riding style: Ride slowly,
Low-beam headlight, high-beam
z If you continue to ride be pre- avoid rapid acceleration and
headlight, parking light or front
pared for unusual engine be- passing maneuvers.
flashing turn indicator defective.
havior (low power, poor re- If possible, have the motorcycle
The low-beam headlight for one
sponse, abrupt stalling, etc.). picked up and the malfunction
of the LED turn indicators must
Have the malfunction corrected source eliminated by a special-
be replaced.
as soon as possible at an au- ized service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad Please contact a specialized
thorized workshop, preferably workshop, preferably an autho-
an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
retailer. If you continue to ride be pre- Replacing bulb for high-beam
pared for unusual engine be- headlight ( 137).
Severe engine fault havior (low power, poor re-
flashes. sponse, abrupt stalling, etc.). Rear light failure
Have the malfunction corrected shows yellow.
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
appears on the display. DWA battery charge level DWA battery drained
low with anti-theft alarm system 3
Possible cause: with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) OE 33
Rear light, brake light or rear (DWA) OE
shows yellow.
flashing turn indicator defective. appears on the display.
The LED tail light must be re-
placed. appears on the display.

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).

34 appears on the display. Generator power is no longer Battery charging voltage


Generator power is only just sufficient to supply all consumers insufficient
sufficient to supply all consumers and charge the battery. In order
and charge the battery. shows red.
to ensure that the engine can
Possible cause: be started and the motorcycle
Displays

ridden, the onboard electronics appears on the display.


Too many consumers switched
switch off the electricity supply
on. On-board system voltage
to the onboard sockets and the
tends to drop particularly at low
auxiliary headlights. In extreme
z engine rpm and when the engine
cases the seat heating and the
WARNING
is idling.
grip heating might also be shut Failure of various motorcy-
When riding at low engine revs,
down. cle systems, such as lighting,
switch off all electrical equip-
Possible cause: engine or ABS, due to a dis-
ment that is not necessary
Too many consumers switched charged battery.
for road safety (e.g. heated
on. On-board system voltage Accident hazard
body warmer or supplementary
headlight). tends to drop particularly at low Do not continue riding.
engine rpm and when the engine The battery is not being charged.
Onboard system voltage is idling. If you continue driving, the mo-
critical When riding at low engine revs, torcycle electronics will discharge
shows yellow. switch off all electrical equip- the battery.
ment that is not necessary
for road safety (e.g. heated
Possible cause: Possible cause: It is possible to continue riding
Defect in alternator or the alter-
ABS self-diagnosis rou-
the motorcycle if you make 3
nator drive assembly, or the volt- allowance for the ABS failure.
tine not completed You should also take account 35
age regulator fuse has been trig-
gered. of the additional information on
ABS is not available, as the
Have the malfunction corrected situations that can lead to an
self-diagnosis routine was not
as soon as possible at an ABS fault ( 110).
completed. (The motorcycle
authorized service facility, Have the malfunction corrected

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

tine not completed


ASC error Possible cause:
ASC is not available because
the self-diagnosis routine was ASC warning lamp lights The ESA control unit has
z not completed. (The motor- up. detected an error. Motorcycle
cycle must reach a specified Possible cause: damping is in this condition
minimum speed before the very firm and riding is rather
The ASC control unit has de-
system can check operation of uncomfortable - in particular on
tected an error. The ASC func-
the wheel sensors: min 3 mph rough roads.
tion is not available.
(min 5 km/h)) Have the malfunction corrected
It remains possible to continue
Ride off slowly. It must be as soon as possible at an au-
riding. It must be noted that
noted that the ASC function thorized workshop, preferably
the ASC function is not avail-
is not available until the self- an authorized BMW Motorrad
able. You should also take ac-
diagnosis has been completed. retailer.
count of the additional informa-
tion on situations that can lead
to an ASC fault ( 112).
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
Tire inflation pressure is and on inflation pressure adjust-
outside approved range ment in the chapter "Technology
TPC sensor is not active
3
with Tire Pressure Control in detail".
37
(TPC) OE Have the tire checked for dam- min 19 mph (min 30 km/h)
age at an authorized service (The TPC sensor does not
flashes red. facility, preferably an authorized transmit a signal to the motor-
BMW Motorrad retailer. cycle until this minimum speed
has been exceeded.)

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
z
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

retailer. Possible cause: pressure sensor is no longer


A system fault has occurred. charged to full capacity. Oper-
Sensor defective or Have fault eliminated at a spe- ation of the tire inflation pressure
z system error cialist service facility, preferably control is only ensured for a lim-
with Tire Pressure Control an authorized BMW Motorrad ited time.
(TPC) OE retailer. Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
shows yellow. Battery of tire-inflation BMW Motorrad retailer.
pressure sensor weak
Central locking locked
+ "--" or "-- --" is indi- with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC) OE with central locking system OE
cated.
Possible cause: shows yellow. The locked symbol appears
on the display.
Wheels without TPC sensors are
mounted. All locks in the central locking
appears on the display. system are locked.
Retrofit wheel set with TPC
sensors.
Service overdue Accident hazard. Damage to the If the ambient temperature
appears on the display. catalytic converter. drops below the borderline 3
Do not drive to the extent that range, this warning of possible
the fuel tank is completely black-ice formation appears. The 39
General warning light briefly empty. display automatically switches
shows yellow after the Pre- from any other mode to the tem-
Ride-Check. Possible cause:
perature reading when the tem-
At the most, the fuel tank still perature drops below this thresh-
Possible cause:

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

accurately. For this reason travel


range is only calculated with the The readings mean:
side stand retracted.
z OK: Oil level correct.
NOTICE
CHECK!: Check oil level during
The determined range is next refueling stop.
an approximate reading. If the countdown to the next
BMW Motorrad therefore : No measurement possi- service is less than one month,
recommends that you do not ble (above-mentioned conditions service-due date 1 appears on
try to use the full range before not met). the display.
refueling.
Service display
Oil level indicator If a service is due, the
The oil-level indicator gives service symbol and the
you an indication of the en- service due date in place of the
gine oil level. odometer are shown for a short
time after the Pre-Ride-Check.
service date, the current day's
date must be reset in the in- 3
strument cluster. This situa-
tion can occur if the battery was 41
disconnected.

Tire inflation pressures


with Tire Pressure Control

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

If the pressure in a tire drops to


a critical level the corresponding
z status indicator shows red.

The tire warning symbol


also appears on the display.

The general warning lamp


flashes red.

Further information on
BMW Motorrad TPC can
be found starting from page
( 113).
Operation
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
4
43
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
z
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
4
44

Operation

z
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

with audio system OE


Audio stow compartment
Switch on ignition Switch off ignition with additional LED
4 headlight OA
The supplementary LED head-
46
lights switch off shortly after
the ignition is switched off.

EWS Electronic
immobilizer
Operation

The motorcycle's electronic


circuitry monitors the data stored
in the ignition key through
Insert key into the steering and Turn key to position 1.
a ring antenna incorporated
z ignition lock. Turn key to posi- After the ignition is switched
in the steering and ignition
tion 1. off, the instrument cluster re-
lock. The engine management
Parking lights and all function mains switched on for a short
system does not enable engine
circuits are switched on. period of time and indicates
starting until this key has been
Pre-Ride-Check in progress possibly present fault codes.
recognized as "authorized" for
( 93) Handlebars not locked. your motorcycle.
ABS self-diagnosis is Electrically powered acces-
performed ( 94) sories remain operational for NOTICE
ASC self-diagnosis in progress a limited period of time.
( 95) Battery can be recharged via A further key attached to the
onboard socket. same ring as the ignition key
Key can now be removed. used to start the engine could
"irritate" the electronics, in which
case the enabling signal for start-
ing is not issued. The warning
with the key symbol appears in Ignition with trolled with the radio-operated
the multifunction display. Keyless Ride key. The seat lock, storage com- 4
Always store further vehicle keys partment, Topcase and case can
separately from the ignition key. with Keyless Ride OE be operated manually. 47

If you lose a vehicle key, you can Keys NOTICE


have it disabled by your autho-
NOTICE When the range of the radio-op-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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

circuits switched off.


To unlock the steering lock,
briefly press the button 1. The ignition can be activated in
two ways.
z Switching on ignition Version 1:
Condition: Radio-operated key is Briefly press button 1.
within reception range. Parking lights and all function
circuits are switched on.
ATTENTION with additional LED
Incorrect steering angle headlight OA
when the motorcycle is LED additional headlights are
parked on the side stands. switched on.
Component damage cause by Pre-Ride-Check in progress
tipping over. ( 93)
On level ground, always turn ABS self-diagnosis is
the handlebars to the left to set performed ( 94)
the steering lock. ASC self-diagnosis in progress
( 95)
Version 2: EWS Electronic
Steering lock is locked, press immobilizer 4
and hold button 1. The motorcycle's electronic cir- 49
Steering lock is unlocked. cuitry monitors the data stored in
Parking lights and all function the radio-operated key through a
circuits switched on. ring antenna incorporated in the
Pre-Ride-Check in progress radio lock. The engine manage-
( 93)

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

started using a disabled radio- Engine can be started.


operated key; however, a dis-
Starting the engine ( 92).
abled radio-operated key can be
enabled again. Battery of radio-operated
z Emergency and spare keys are key is drained, emergency
only available through an autho- key is not available
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As
the radio-operated keys are part Park the motorcycle, ensuring
of an integrated security system, that the support surface is firm
the retailer is under an obligation and level.
to check your legitimacy. Insert emergency key 1 into
slide in center above instru-
Radio-operated key lost,
ment cluster 2 arrow.
emergency key available
The emergency key is available.
Park the motorcycle, ensuring
that the support surface is firm
and level.
Carefully remove speaker Hold radio-operated key by key
unit 2, paying attention to the bit 1. 4
electrical connector.
51

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
52

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
z
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
4
54

Operation

An arrow 1 on the upper or lower


Move the cursor within the menu edge of the display indicates that Direct selection
z using the Multi-Controller 1. by turning the Multi-Controller If you move the cursor to a menu
in the corresponding direction, item that requires no other set-
you can access additional menu tings, your selection goes active
items. If the arrow 2 is shown on right away.
the cursor, then you can call up a
submenu by pressing the Multi-
Controller to the right (different
meaning for average values and
list selection, see ( 54)).
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55

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
4
56

Operation

Setting relative values Pressing the Multi-Controller 1


A bar indicator enables you to Arrow 1 appears when you are in to the left returns you to the next
z set a value in a range between a submenu. higher menu; pressing the MENU
two limits. Turning the Multi- button 2 returns you to the main
Controller up increases or turning menu.
it down decreases the value to To hide the menus, press the
be set. Multi-Controller 1 to the left in a
main menu.

Selecting favorite menu


Select the main menu of your
choice.
Language: Display lan- Reset! appears on the
guage (German, English, Span- display, press the Multi-Con- 4
ish, Italian, French, Dutch, Por- troller to the right and hold it in
tuguese) this position) 57
Time format - 12 h / Background: Indication
24 h: Clock in 12-hour format on the display when the radio
(12 h) or in 24-hour format is switched off: Empty: no
(24 h) indication, Logo: logo (RT),

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-
58
cal system voltage
Off: No reading
Reset average data
Call up the Info menu and
Operation

select the average value you


The following items of informa- want to reset. With the stopwatch stopped,
tion can be displayed in panel 1: Push the Multi-Controller to push the Multi-Controller 1 to
Consump.: average fuel the right and hold it in this po- the right to start the stopwatch.
z sition until the average value is
consumption The stopwatch continues tim-
Consump.: current fuel reset. ing even if you select some
consumption other reading or switch off the
Operating stopwatch
Range: Range with fuel re- ignition.
Call up the Info menu and When the stopwatch is running,
maining in fuel tank
select Stopwatch. press the Multi-Controller 1 to
Speed: Average speed
Temperature: Ambient the right to stop it.
temperature Press and hold the Multi-Con-
Tire pressure: Tire troller 1 to the right to reset
pressures the stopwatch.
Stopwatch: Stopwatch
Measuring travel times
Travel times: Travel
times Call up the Info menu and
select Travel times.
Tripmeter Reset tripmeter
Selecting tripmeter Switch on ignition. 4
Select desired tripmeter. 59
Switch on ignition.

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

adjustment checked by a spe-


cialized workshop, preferably by
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
z 1 Emergency on/off switch Headlight range
(kill switch) A Engine switched off adjustment
B Operating position When the spring pretension ad-
WARNING justment is no longer able to
Headlight maintain the correct beam height
Operation of the emergency Headlamp range and to avoid blinding oncoming traffic
ON/OFF switch when riding. owing to high vehicle loads:
spring preload
Danger of falling due to blocking
of rear wheel. The headlamp range generally
remains constant due to the ad-
Do not operate the emergency
justment of the spring preload to
ON/OFF switch when riding.
the loading state.
Spring preload adjustment may
only be insufficient when the mo-
Pull switch 1 rearward to actu-
NOTICE ate headlight flasher. 4
The parking lights are a strain NOTICE 61
on the battery. Do not leave the
ignition switched on longer than The high-beam headlight can
absolutely necessary. also be switched on when the
engine is not running.
Lowbeam headlamp

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
z
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

BMW Motorrad has developed


three riding scenarios for your The selection arrow 2 and the
motorcycle from which you can active riding mode 1 are shown.
z select the one matching your
situation:
Riding on wet roads
Riding on dry roads

with Pro riding modes OE Press button 1.


Brisk riding on dry roads
NOTICE
For each of those scenarios, the Details on the selectable driving
optimum balance between en- modes are provided in the chap-
gine torque, throttle response, ter "Technology in Detail". Press button 1 repeatedly,
ABS control and ASC control for until the selection arrow is
the situation concerned is pro- shown next to the desired rid-
vided. ing mode.
The following riding modes can teristic, ABS, ASC and Dy- Setting road speed
be selected: namic ESA settings are re- 4
RAIN: When riding on wet tained even after the ignition
roads. has been switched off. 65
ROAD: When riding on dry
roads. Cruise control
with cruise control OE
with Pro riding modes OE

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
z
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

Resuming former cruising


speed
Briefly press button 1 forward. Briefly press button 1 back-
z Speed is increased by 1 mph ward.
(2 km/h) each time button is
Decreasing the speed
pressed.
Press button 1 forward and
hold. Speed is decreased each time
The motorcycle accelerates button is pressed.
steplessly.
1 mph (2 km/h)
If the button 1 is no longer
pressed, the speed achieved Press button 1 back and hold. Briefly push button 1 back to
is maintained and saved. The motorcycle decelerates return to the speed saved be-
steplessly. forehand.
If the button 1 is no longer
pressed, the speed achieved
is maintained and saved.
Switching off cruise Adjusting spring preload
NOTICE
control at rear wheel 4
Opening the throttle does not 67
deactivate the cruise-control sys- WARNING
tem. If you release the throttle Adjusting the spring preload
grip, the motorcycle will decel- while riding.
erate only to the cruising speed
Accident hazard
saved in memory, even though

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
z
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

without Dynamic ESA OE


Operation

Turn adjuster wheel counter-


clockwise as far as possible. Insert cover in mount 2 and
(One-up without load) press it into mounts 1.
z Turn adjuster wheel as far
Damping
as possible counterclock-
WARNING wise, then 10 turns clockwise. Setting
(One-up with load) The damping must be adjusted
Uncoordinated settings of
Turn adjuster wheel clockwise to the road conditions and the
spring preload and spring
as far as possible. (Two-up spring preload.
strut damping.
and load) A rough road surface requires
Poorer handling.
softer damping than a smooth
Adjust damping characteristic road surface.
to changed spring preload.
An increase in spring preload
To raise the spring preload, requires firmer damping, a re-
turn the adjustment knob 1 duction in spring preload re-
clockwise using the special quires softer damping.
tool 2 (onboard tool kit).
Adjusting damping on rear Adjustment options
wheel
Basic setting of rear
wheel rear-wheel damp- Using the Dynamic ESA elec- 4
Park the motorcycle, ensuring ing tronic suspension adjustment 69
that the support surface is firm system you can easily adjust your
and level. without Dynamic ESA OE motorcycle to the load being car-
Adjust damping from the left Turn adjuster wheel as far ried.
side of the vehicle. as possible clockwise, then Using leveling sensors, Dynamic
ESA detects movements of the

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.
z
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

Hill Start Control is only a con- Checking tyre pressure


Apply brake lever 1 firmly and
venience system for easier hill-
then release. WARNING
starting and should, therefore,
z not be confused with a parking Hill Start Control indica-
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
brake. tor lamp appears on the
sure.
display.
Poorer handling characteristic of
NOTICE Hill Start Control is now acti- the motorcycle. Reduced life of
vated. tires.
You can find more detailed infor-
To switch off Hill Start Control, Ensure proper tire inflation
mation regarding Hill Start Con-
pull brake lever 1 again. pressure.
trol in the "Technology in detail"
chapter.
NOTICE WARNING
Hill Start Control is automatically Automatic opening of verti-
deactivated after pulling away. cally installed valve cores at
The general warning light high speeds.
and the indicator lamp on the
Sudden loss of tyre inflation Heating switch back to a lower stage as
pressure.
Operating heated grips
soon as the grips are warm. 4
Use valve caps with rubber Select the desired heating
sealing ring and screw on Start engine. level. 73
firmly.
NOTICE
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and The heated grips option can only
be activated when the engine is

Operation
level.
Check tyre pressures against running.
data below. Open the Handle heat.
menu.
Tire pressure, front
z
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.

Rider's seat heater


42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (with tire with seat heating OE
cold)
Start engine.
If tyre pressure is too low: The grips have five-stage heat-
Correct tyre pressure. ing. Stage five is for heating the
grips quickly: it is advisable to
4 NOTICE NOTICE

74 Seat heating can be activated Seat heating can be activated


only when the engine is only when the engine is
running. running.
Call up the Seat heating
menu.
Operation

Symbol 1 appears on the display,


indicating that the seat heating is
z ON.

If this warning symbol ap-


pears it tells you that the
onboard system voltage is low. If Select desired heating level
applicable, the seat heating might with switch 1.
have been temporarily switched
The rider`s seat has five-stage off.
heating. Stage five is for heating
the seat quickly: it is advisable to Pillion passenger seat
switch back to a lower stage as heater
soon as the seat is warm. with seat heating OE
Select the heating stage you
want. Start engine.
Adjusting the
instrument cluster 4
Adjusting the instrument 75
cluster

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

BMW Motorrad approval is in-


stalled.
Under these circumstances:
Before switching off the igni-
z Press button 1 at top to raise tion always check that there is
windshield. nothing to obstruct movement
Press button 1 at bottom to of the windscreen.
Move mirror into the desired lower windshield.
position by pressing lightly on Switch off ignition.
the edge of the glass. The windscreen automatically
moves to the bottom limit posi-
Windshield tion.
Adjust windshield If the windscreen encounters
Switch on ignition. resistance before it reaches
When you pull away the wind- its limit position the pressure-
screen automatically returns to sensitive finger guard system
goes active. The windscreen
is stopped and raised slightly.
Storage compartment such as cell phones and MP3 Push unlocked lock barrel
Using left-hand stow
players. downward to open lid. 4
Refer to the operating
compartment instructions of the electronic ATTENTION 77
device for possible usage High temperatures in the
restrictions. storage compartments, es-
In summer, do not place pecially in summer.

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

The locked symbol appears


Switch on ignition and press on the display. Switch on ignition and press
button 1. button 1.
z with anti-theft alarm system Alternatively: Press button 2
NOTICE (DWA) OE on remote control or radio-op-
Only motorcycles without Key- The functionality and operation erated key.
less Ride have a separate remote of the remote control of the The storage compartment in
key for the central locking system alarm system are described in the left side fairing panel and
and alarm system. the corresponding section. the cases are unlocked.
The storage compartment in
Alternatively: Press button 2 Unlocking the right side fairing panel is
on remote control or radio-op- with central locking system OE unlocked.
erated key. with Topcase OA
The storage compartment in
The Topcase is unlocked.
the left-side fairing panel and
Once a lock has been locked
the cases are locked.
manually it subsequently has to
be unlocked manually as well.
with anti-theft alarm system invariably log on all the remote
(DWA) OE controls in the set. 4
The functionality and operation Enable logon of the remote
controls as follows: 79
of the remote control of the
alarm system are described in
the corresponding section. Switch on the ignition.

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

with central locking system OE


Press and hold down buttons 1 with anti-theft alarm system
and 2 until LED 3 stops flash- (DWA) OE
ing. without Keyless Ride OE Press and hold down buttons 1
z and 2, maintaining pressure
LED 3 flashes for about ten
If the central locking system until LED 3 stops flashing.
seconds.
stops responding to the sig- LED 3 flashes for about ten
Release buttons 1 and 2.
nals from a remote control unit seconds.
LED 3 lights up. then the unit will need to be
Press button 1 or button 2. Release buttons 1 and 2.
resynchronized. This scenario
One audible signal sounds, LED 3 lights up.
can arise (for example) after the
LED 3 goes out. Press button 1 or button 2.
remote-control unit's buttons
To complete logon: LED 3 goes out.
have been pressed frequently
Switch off ignition. while the unit was beyond the
Three acoustic signals sound. range of the alarm system.
The logon is also ended in the Synchronize the remote-control
following situations: units as follows:
Replacing battery in the Dispose of the old battery in The LED on the remote con-
remote-control unit accordance with legal regula- trol lights up; the remote-con- 4
with central locking system OE tions. Do not dispose of the trol unit must now be synchro-
battery in the household waste. nized. 81
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA) OE ATTENTION
without Keyless Ride OE
Unsuitable of improperly in-
If the LED lamp on the remote-

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.
z
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.

for remote-control central


locking system
Open the battery compartment CR 1632
cover 1.
DWA key for the central locking system Confirmation tone sounds
4 Activation without remote
and alarm system. twice (if programmed).
Switch off ignition. DWA is armed.
82 key or radio-operated key
If necessary, activate automatic
arming of DWA after ignition is
switched off.
with anti-theft alarm system
Operation

(DWA) OE
DWA Adapting ( 84).
Switch off ignition.
Activation takes 30 seconds to
z complete.
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

"Activation after ignition off" has


been programmed.
Turn indicators light up once.
z Confirmation tone sounds once
(if programmed).
DWA is now switched off.

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).

Turn the adjuster plate to posi-


tion L to obtain the lower seat
height.
Turn the adjuster plate to posi- with seat heating OE
tion H to obtain the higher seat 4
height.
87

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
88

Operation

Install screws 1.

z Connect plug 1 of the seat


heating.

Position pillion seat on the


mounts 1.
Riding
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
5
89
Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

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
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left and right are equal.


Boots
Make sure that weight is uni- Speed
This applies even to short formly distributed between If you ride at high speed, always
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journeys, and to every season right and left. bear in mind that various bound-
of the year. Your authorized Pack heavy pieces of luggage ary conditions can adversely af-
BMW Motorrad Dealer will be and cargo as low and as close fect the handling of your motor-
happy to advise you and has to the center of the motorcycle cycle:
the correct clothing for every as possible. Settings of spring-strut and
purpose. Observe the maximum payload shock absorber system
and maximum speed as indi- Imbalanced load
Load cated on the label in the case Loose clothing
(see also the chapter "Acces- Insufficient tire inflation pres-
WARNING sories"). sure
Reduced riding stability Observe the maximum pay- Poor tire tread
caused by overloading and load and maximum speed as Etc.
uneven loading. indicated on the label in the
topcase (see also the chapter
Accident hazard
"Accessories").
Maximum speed with Risk of poisoning Catalytic converter
winter tyres Exhaust fumes contain carbon If misfiring causes unburned fuel 5
monoxide, which is colorless and to enter the catalytic converter, 91
DANGER odorless but highly toxic. there is a danger of overheating
and damage.
Maximum speed of the mo- WARNING For this reason, observe the fol-
torcycle is higher than the
Harmful exhaust gas. lowing points:
permissible maximum speed
Do not run the fuel tank dry

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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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ing light comes on, and that it


shows red and yellow. Checking wheel sensors while can check operation of the
starting off. wheel speed sensors: 3 mph
z Have the malfunction corrected flashes. (5 km/h))
as soon as possible at an au-
If an ABS error is indicated fol-
thorized workshop, preferably
lowing completion of the ABS
an authorized BMW Motorrad ABS self-diagnosis self-diagnosis routine:
retailer. completed It remains possible to continue
ABS warning lamp goes out. riding. Bear in mind that nei-
ABS self-diagnosis
ther the ABS function nor the
The self-diagnosis routine checks
integral function is available.
whether the BMW Motorrad In-
tegral ABS is ready for opera- Have the malfunction corrected
tion. The self-diagnosis routine as soon as possible at an au-
launches automatically when you thorized workshop, preferably
switch on the ignition. an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
ASC self-diagnosis Watch all warning and indicator Running in
The self-diagnosis routine checks lamps on the display.
Engine 5
whether the BMW Motorrad ASC ASC self-diagnosis rou- 95
While running in the motorcy-
is ready for operation. The self- tine not completed cle, vary the throttle opening
diagnosis routine runs automat-
and engine-speed range fre-
ically when you switch on the ASC is not available because quently; avoid driving for long
ignition. the self-diagnosis routine was periods at a constant speed.
not completed. (The motor-

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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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New brake pads must be run in More detailed information on Pro


before they achieve their opti- Gear-shift Assistance can be
WARNING found in the section "Technol-
mum friction force. This initial
z reduction in braking efficiency ogy in detail".
Loss of adhesion of new tires
can be compensated for by ex- on wet roads and at extreme
erting greater pressure on the angles. NOTICE
brake levers. Accident hazard
When changing gear using the
Always think well ahead and Pro Gear-shift Assistance func-
WARNING
avoid extreme angles. tion, the cruise-control system
New brake pads. is automatically deactivated for
Extension of the braking distance. Shifting gears safety reasons.
Accident hazard. with Pro shift assistant OE
Brake early.
Gearshift assistant Pro
The gearshift assistant provides
help with upward and downward
gear shifts without the clutch or
the accelerator having to be op-
be used in the area of the rev- wheel. Increases in the load at
limiter. an individual wheel are accom- 5
No shifting support is provided panied by a rise in the effective
in the following situations: braking force that the wheel can 97
If the clutch is operated provide.
If the gear lever is not in the To achieve the shortest possible
zero position braking distance, the front brake
When changing up with the must be applied quickly and with

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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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Poor ground conditions in


Braking only with the rear- After working on the brakes area of stand.
wheel brake when descend- due to oil or grease residues. Component damage caused by
z ing mountain passes. When driving on soiled roads tipping over.
Loss of braking action. Destruc- or offroad. Always check that the ground
tion of the brakes caused by under the stand is level and
overheating. WARNING firm.
Use both front and rear brakes,
and make use of the engine's Moisture and dirt. ATTENTION
braking effect as well. Poorer braking action.
Brake until brakes are dry or Loading of the side stand
Wet, soiled brakes clean; clean if necessary. with additional weight.
Moisture and dirt on the brake Brake early until the full braking Component damage cause by
rotors and the brake pads result action is available again. tipping over.
in a decrease in the braking ac- Do not sit on the motorcycle
tion. when it is parked on the side
stands.
Fold out side stand and park Do not sit on the motorcycle
motorcycle. while it is resting on the center ATTENTION
5
If the slope of the road permits, stand. Use of Ethanol E85 as fuel.
turn the handlebars to the left. 99
Fold out center stand and jack Damage to the engine and fuel
On slopes point the motorcycle up motorcycle. supply.
uphill and engage 1st gear. On slopes point the motorcycle Do not refuel with E85, i.e. fuel
uphill and engage 1st gear. with an ethanol content of 85
Center stand

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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.

Do not fill the tank past the


z WARNING
bottom edge of the filler neck.
Escaping of fuel due to ex-
pansion under exposure to NOTICE
heat with overfilled fuel tank. When refueling after running on
Accident hazard Open protective cap 2.
reserve, make sure that you top
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Unlock fuel-tank cap 1 with ig-
up the tank to a level above re-
nition key by turning clockwise,
serve, as otherwise the sensor
then swivel it up.
ATTENTION will not be able to register the
new level and the fuel warning
Fuel attacks plastic surfaces.
lamp will not be switched off.
Surfaces become unattractive or
cloudy.
NOTICE
Immediately clean plastic parts
after contact with fuel. The "usable fuel quantity" indi-
cated in the Technical data is the
fuel quantity, which can be refu-
eled, if the fuel tank was com- Do not smoke. Never bring
pletely emptied, i.e., if the engine a naked flame near the fuel NOTICE
5
dies off due to lack of fuel. tank. After the ignition is switched off, 101
the fuel filler cap can be opened
Usable fuel quantity WARNING within the specified run-on time
Escaping of fuel due to ex- even without the radio-operated
Approx. 6.6 gal (Approx. 25 l) pansion under exposure to key being within the reception
area.

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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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eled, if the fuel tank was com-


pletely emptied, i.e., if the engine
Slowly pull lug 1 of fuel filler dies off due to lack of fuel.
z cap upward.
Fuel filler cap unlocked. Usable fuel quantity
Open fuel filler cap completely.

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
104

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Fasten rear straps on both


z sides to the passenger foot-
pegs and then tighten them.
Tighten all straps evenly so
that the motorcycle is fixed se-
curely.
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Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
6
105
Gear Shift Assistant Pro . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . 108

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BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
TPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

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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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RAIN the RAIN mode. The vehicle re-


ROAD Throttle response: mains stable on road surfaces
in the RAIN mode: restrained with high to moderate coeffi-
with Pro riding modes OE in the ROAD mode: direct cients of friction (traction) (dry
DYNAMIC and wet asphalt as well as dry
with Pro riding modes OE cobblestones). Slight rear-wheel
Each riding mode affects the
in DYNAMIC mode: dynamic drift is perceptible. Perceptible
behavior of the motorcycle in a
different way. The ASC can be uncontrolled motion can be felt
RAIN mode from the rear on slippery road
switched off in any mode; the fol- The ASC system intervenes
z lowing explanations apply exclu- surfaces (wet blacktop and wet
early enough to prevent the rear cobblestones).
sively to the system's response wheel from slipping. The vehi-
when it is switched on. The last cle remains extremely stable on with Pro riding modes OE
selected riding mode is reacti- road surfaces providing high to DYNAMIC mode
vated automatically after the igni- moderate coefficients of friction,
tion is switched off and on again. DYNAMIC mode is the most
and thus adhesion (extending performance-oriented mode.
The following rule always applies: from dry and wet asphalt to dry
selection of progressively more The point at which the ASC sys-
cobblestones), and it is only on
dynamic riding modes is accom- tem intervenes is even later,
smooth, low-traction road sur-
which means that even on dry To stop transmssion of drive Benefits
asphalt drifting is possible under torque, 70-80 % of all gear changes 6
sharp acceleration when corner- the motorcycle must be can be performed without us-
ing. stopped with the ignition 107
ing the clutch.
switched on, Less movement between pilot
with Dynamic ESA OE
and pillion due to shorter gear-
Dynamic ESA or
change intervals.
In the RAIN, ROAD and DY- the throttle twist-grip must be
Throttle does not have to be

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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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Shift Assistant Pro can execute a Upshifts vated, pressure is generated in


new gear change. The load fac- the rear brake circuit to ensure
The Gear Shift Assistant does
tor (throttle grip position) should that the motorcycle remains sta-
not provide added support
remain constant both prior to and tionary on a sloping surface. The
when the engine speed would
during execution of shifts using brake system's actual holding
fall below idle in the new gear.
the Gear Shift Assistant. Chang- pressure varies according to the
ing the position of the throttle inclination angle of the slope.
grip while the shift is in progress Idle speed
can lead to cancelation of the BMW Motorrad Integral
z function and/or shifting errors.
1150 min-1 (Engine at operat- ABS
No support is provided by the
ing temperature) Partially integral brake
Gear Shift Assistant during gear
changes made using the clutch. Your motorcycle is equipped with
Hill Start Control a partially integral brake configu-
Downshifts with Hill Start Control OE ration. Both front and rear brakes
Downshifts are assisted up to are applied simultaneously when
the speed at which the engine you pull the handbrake lever.
reaches maximum rpm in the
The footbrake lever acts only on lower friction coefficient than a What happens when
the rear brake. dry, clean asphalt surface. The rough roads are 6
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS poorer the friction coefficient of encountered?
adapts the brake force distribu- the road surface is, the longer 109
Bumpy or rough roads can briefly
tion between the front and rear the braking distance will be.
lead to a loss of contact be-
brakes during braking by means If the maximum transferable brak-
tween the tires and the road sur-
of ABS modulation to suit the ing force is exceeded when the
face, until the transferable brak-
load carried by the motorcycle. rider increases the brake pres-

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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.

110 to the rider? WARNING Special situations


If the ABS system has to reduce
To detect the tendency of the
the braking force due to the con- Lifting off of the rear wheel
wheels to lock up, the speeds
ditions described above, then due to heavy braking.
of the front and rear wheel are
vibrations can be felt through the Accident hazard
compared. If implausible values
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handlebar brake lever. When braking heavily, bear in


are detected over an extended
If the handbrake lever is pulled, mind that the ABS control can-
period of time, the ABS function
then braking pressure is built up not always be relied on to pre-
is deactivated for safety reasons
at the rear wheel with the integral vent the rear wheel from lifting
and an ABS fault is indicated.
function. If the footbrake lever is off the ground.
The condition for a fault code is
first actuated after this, the brake the completed self-diagnosis.
pressure already built up can be What are the design
Apart from problems on the
felt earlier than the counter-pres- characteristics of the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS,
sure, than when the footbrake Integral ABS? unusual riding conditions can
lever is actuated before or to- The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
z gether with the handbrake lever.
also cause a fault message to be
ensures driving stability on any generated.
surface within the limits of driv- Heating up on the main or aux-
Lifting off rear wheel
ing physics. The system is not iliary stand at idle or with gear
However, during extremely heavy optimized for special require- engaged.
and rapid decelerations it is pos- ments resulting under extreme Rear wheel locked-up for a
sible that the BMW Motorrad In- weather conditions off-road or on longer period of time by en-
tegral ABS cannot prevent the the racetrack. Handling should gine brake, e.g. when riding
rear wheel from lifting off the
downhill on slippery surfaces.
ground. In these cases, the mo-
Should a fault code occur due to safety margin in genuine emer- What are the design
an unusual driving condition, the gencies. features of ASC? 6
ABS function can be reactivated BMW Motorrad ASC is an assis-
by switching the ignition off and WARNING 111
tance system for the rider and
then on again. is designed for riding on public
Braking in curves.
How important is regular Accident hazard despite ABS. roads. The extent to which the
The rider is always responsi- rider affects ASC control can be
maintenance?
considerable (weight shifts when

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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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motorcycle to the load being car-


Tire pressure gages at gas sta- be as follows: ried.
tions do not make any adjust- 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) Using leveling sensors, Dynamic
ment for the air temperature, The multifunction display ESA detects movements of the
the tire pressure indicated de- shows the following figure: running gear and responds to
pends on the temperature of the them by adjusting the damper
air in the tire. As a result, in most 33.4 psi (2.3 bar)
valves. As a result, the running
cases the values displayed there The shortfall is thus: gear is adjusted to the conditions
do not match the values shown 2.9 psi (0.2 bar) of the ground.
in the multifunction display. In addition, the damping char-
z The tester at the filling station
shows: acteristic can be made harder
Adjusting inflation (HARD) or softer (SOFT) relative
pressure 34.8 psi (2.4 bar) to the normal setting (NORMAL).
Compare the TPC value in the To obtain the correct tire pres-
multifunction display with the sure, that has to be increased
value on the back cover of the to the following figure:
Rider's Manual. The difference 37.7 psi (2.6 bar)
between the two values must be
with Pro riding modes OE
The suspension setting depends 6
on the riding mode selected.
115
Damping set by the riding mode
can be changed by the rider.

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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

to be taken into account for


assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Further information about main- 1 Screwdriver handle
z tenance and repair work can be 2 Reversible screwdriver in-
obtained on DVD through your sert
authorized BMW Motorrad re- Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
For more extensive service op-
tailer. Removing rider`s seat erations (such as wheel removal
( 85). and installation), BMW Motorrad
Special tools and thorough spe- Removing and installing has put together a service tool kit
cialized knowledge are required body panels. matched to your motorcycle. You
to carry out some of the work. 3 Tool for oil cap can purchase this tool kit from
If you are in doubt, consult an Topping up engine oil your authorized BMW Motorrad
authorized workshop, preferably ( 119). retailer.
your authorized BMW Motorrad Remove passenger seat
retailer. ( 87).
Engine oil If the oil level is below MIN mark:
Check engine oil level Topping up engine oil ( 119). 7
If oil level is above MAX mark: 119
ATTENTION
Have the oil level corrected
The oil level varies with the at an authorized service facil-
temperature of the oil. The ity, preferably an authorized
higher the temperature, the BMW Motorrad retailer.

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.

Check front brake fluid


Maintenance

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.

Rear brake fluid level Coolant, specified level

Brake fluid, DOT4 between MIN and MAX marks


z on the expansion tank (with
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark. cold engine)
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- Read off coolant level on ex- If coolant level drops below ap-
tal, motorcycle standing up- pansion tank 1. proved level:
right) Have the defect corrected as
If brake fluid level falls below the soon as possible by an autho-
approved level: rized workshop, preferably an
Have the defect corrected as authorized BMW Motorrad re-
soon as possible by an autho- tailer.
rized workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Topping up coolant Pull side fairing panel 1 upward
out of side panel 2, paying at- 7
tention to lugs arrows when
doing so. 125

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.

Pull the front of the side fairing


panel 3 outward.
Lugs 4 are pulled out of grom-
mets.
Wheel rims and tyres Make sure ground is level and
7 Check wheel rims
firm and park motorcycle.
Check tire tread depth in main
126 Make sure ground is level and tread grooves with wear indica-
firm and park motorcycle. tors.
Subject wheel rims to visual
inspection for defects. NOTICE
Have damaged rims checked
Maintenance

Tread wear marks are integrated


and, if necessary, replaced
into the main grooves on every
by a specialist service facil-
Install screws 1. tire. If the tire tread has worn
ity, preferably an authorized
down to the level of the marks,
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Clutch the tire is completely worn. The
Checking tire tread depth locations of the marks are indi-
z Check clutch function
cated on the edge of the tire, e.g.
Pull back the clutch lever. by the letters TI, TWI or by an
WARNING
Pressure point must be clearly arrow.
perceptible. Riding with heavily worn
If no clear pressure point can be tyres When the minimum tread depth
felt: is reached:
Risk of accident due to poorer
Have the clutch checked by an rideability Replace the worn tires.
authorized workshop, preferably If necessary, replace the tyres
an authorized BMW Motorrad before the legally specified
retailer. minimum tread depth is
reached.
Wheels in the control unit have particular
Tire recommendation
significance as the basis for all 7
necessary calculations. A change
For every size of tire, in these sizes resulting from con- 127
BMW Motorrad has tested and version to wheels not installed
approved certain makes as as standard equipment can seri-
roadworthy. BMW Motorrad ously affect the control efficiency
cannot evaluate the suitability of of these systems.

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

Do not actuate the brake BMW Motorrad front wheel


lever with the brake caliper stand, continuing until the
removed. wheel rotates freely.
Remove securing screws 4 of Mounting front wheel stand
left and right brake calipers. ( 134).
z

Remove ABS sensor cable


from retaining clips 1 and 2.
Remove screw 3 and extract
the ABS sensor from its
socket.
Mask off areas of wheel rim
that could be scratched in the Push brake pads 1 slightly Remove right-hand axle clamp-
process of removing the brake apart by turning the brake ing screw 1.
calipers.
7
129

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

Always have the tightening Roll front wheel into front


torques checked by a spe- suspension.
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Install screw 1 with specified
z torque. Brace quick-release
axle on the right side at the
same time.
Quick-release axle in
telescopic fork

22 lb/ft (30 Nm)


Lift front wheel and install
quick-release axle 1. Tighten left axle clamping
Remove front wheel stand and screw 2 with appropriate
Mount spacing bushing 1 on
firmly compress front forks. Do torque.
left side in wheel hub.
not actuate handbrake lever at
the same time.
Slide the brake calipers on the Delayed braking action.
Clamping screw for
quick-release axle in
left-hand and right-had side Before driving off, check that 7
onto the brake rotors. the braking effect kicks in with-
telescopic fork 131
out any delay.
14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Engage the brakes repeatedly,
continuing until the brake pads
seat against the rotors.

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.
132
ATTENTION
Tightening of screwed con-
nections with incorrect tight-
ening torque.
Maintenance

Damage or loosening of screwed


connections.
Shift into first gear. Install wheel studs 1 with spec-
Always have the tightening
Remove bolts 1 of rear wheel, ified torque.
torques checked by a spe-
holding wheel as you do so. cialized workshop, preferably Tighten rear wheel on
Roll rear wheel out toward rear. an authorized BMW Motorrad
z wheel flange
retailer.
Installing rear wheel
Tightening sequence: tighten
Place rear wheel on rear wheel
diagonally
WARNING support.
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Use of a wheel which does
Mounting muffler ( 133).
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
Muffler Take off muffler cover 3. Always have the tightening
Swing muffler outward
torques checked by a spe- 7
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad 133
CAUTION
retailer.
Hot exhaust system.
Burn hazard
Do not touch hot exhaust

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.
z
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.
7
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.
z

Place cap 1 in position and fix


by turning it clockwise.

Remove screws 2. Disconnect plug connection 1.


Remove speaker cover 1 side-
ways to the left.
7
138

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
z
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.
7
139

Maintenance
Connect connector 1. Connect electrical connector 1. Place speaker cover 1 in posi-
tion and fit screws 2.

Replacing bulb for parking


light z
NOTICE
The description below steps you
through the procedure for replac-
ing the left bulb. Replacement is
carried out in the same way on
Install cover 1. Locate speaker unit 2 in the right side.
mount.
Make sure ground is level and
Install screws 1.
firm and park motorcycle.
Switch off ignition.
7
140

Maintenance

Remove screws 2. Disconnect plug connection 1. Remove bulb holder 1 from


Remove speaker cover 1 side- headlight housing 2, taking
ways to the left. care not to pull cable 3.

Remove cover panel 1 by turn-


ing counterclockwise.
Remove screws 1. Remove bulb 1 from the bulb
Carefully remove speaker holder.
unit 2, paying attention to the
electrical connector.
Replace defective light source.
Bulb for parking light 7
141

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.
z

Locate speaker unit 2 in


Install cover 1 by turning clock- mount.
wise. Install screws 1.
Insert light source 1 in light
source socket.
pose, preferably an authorized
7 BMW Motorrad retailer. ATTENTION

142 Replacing LED Contact between crocodile


clips of jump leads and mo-
supplementary headlight
torcycle.
with additional LED Danger of short circuit
headlight OA Use jump leads fitted with fully
Maintenance

The LED supplementary head- insulated crocodile clips at both


lights can only be replaced as a ends.
Place speaker cover 1 in posi- complete unit; it is not possible
tion and fit screws 2. to replace individual LEDs. ATTENTION
Replacing LED tail light Please contact a specialized Jump-starting with a voltage
workshop, preferably an autho-
z The LED tail light can only be higher than 12 V.
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
completely replaced. Damage to the motorcycle's
Please contact a specialist electronics.
Jump-starting
service facility for this pur- The battery of the donor ve-
pose, preferably an authorized hicle must have a voltage of
ATTENTION
BMW Motorrad retailer. 12 V.
Current too high when jump- Park motorcycle, ensuring that
Replacing LED turn starting the motorcycle support surface is firm and
indicator Cable fire or damage to the vehi- level.
LED turn indicators can only cle electronics Remove battery cover ( 145).
be replaced as a complete Do not jump-start the motor- Do not disconnect the battery
unit. Please contact a special- cycle using the power socket, from the onboard electrical sys-
ist service facility for this pur- only via the battery terminal.
tem when jump-starting the Start engine of vehicle with dis- Battery
engine. charged battery in usual way;
Maintenance instructions 7
if engine does not start, wait
a few minutes before repeat- Correct battery maintenance 143
ing attempt in order to protect combined with proper charging
starter motor and donor bat- and storage procedures extends
tery. the battery's service life, and is
Allow both engines to idle for a also required for warranty claims.

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

During riding breaks of more electronics. electronics.


than 4 weeks, connect a Disconnect the battery be- Use suitable BMW chargers.
trickle-charger to the battery. fore charging on the battery The correct charger is avail-
terminals. able through your authorized
NOTICE BMW Motorrad retailer.
ATTENTION
z BMW Motorrad has developed a Charge disconnected battery
trickle-charger specially designed Charge a fully discharged via onboard socket.
for compatibility with the elec- battery via the power socket
tronics of your motorcycle. Using NOTICE
or additional socket.
this charger, you can keep the Damage to the motorcycle's The motorcycle's onboard elec-
battery charged during long pe- electronics. tronics know when the battery
riods when the motorcycle is not Always charge a fully is fully charged. The onboard
being used without having to dis- discharged battery (battery socket is switched off when this
connect the battery from the mo- voltage below 9 V; with happens.
torcycle's onboard systems. Ad- the ignition switched on,
ditional information is available at Comply with operating instruc-
the indicator lights and the
your authorized BMW Motorrad tions of charger.
multifunction display remain
retailer.
recharged regularly. See the
NOTICE instructions for caring for your 7
If you are unable to charge the battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before returning it to 145
battery via the onboard socket,
you may be using a charger that use.
is not compatible with your mo- Removing battery
torcycle's electronics. In this
case, charge the battery directly

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

First press retaining plate under


Fasten positive battery cable 1. the battery at point 2 and then
locate it in the mounts 1.
NOTICE
z Remove positive battery ca-
ble 1 and pull out battery. If the 12 V battery is installed in-
The battery has been removed. correctly, or if the terminals are
swapped (e.g. when jump-start-
ing), the fuse for the alternator
regulator may blow.
Slide battery into holder.

Fasten negative battery ca-


ble 1.
Fasten battery with rubber Switch on ignition. Replace defective fuses with
strap 2. Set the time in Settings new fuses. 7
- Time and set the date in Consult the fuse assignment
Settings - Date. 147
diagram and replace the defec-
tive fuse.
Fuses
Replace fuses NOTICE

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.

Switch off ignition.


Removing rider`s seat ( 85).
Disconnect plug 1.

ATTENTION
Bypassing defective fuses.
Risk of short circuit and fire.

Install screws 1.
Fuse assignments
7
148

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
8
149
Onboard power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Accessories
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

z
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

ine or test each product of out- kind.


Cable routing
side origin to ensure that it can Whenever you are planning mod-
be used on or in connection ifications, comply with all the le- The cables from the onboard
with BMW motorcycles without gal requirements. The vehicle sockets to the auxiliary devices
constituting a safety hazard. must not violate the regulations must be routed in such a way
z Nor is this guarantee provided governing vehicle approval for that they do not impede the
when the official approval of highway use applicable in your rider.
a specific country has been own country. Cable routing must not restrict
granted. Tests conducted by Your authorized BMW Motorrad the steering angle and the han-
these instances cannot make retailer offers you qualified advice dling characteristics.
provision for all operating con- in choosing genuine BMW parts, Cables must not be trapped.
ditions experienced by BMW accessories and other products.
motorcycles and, consequently, Automatic deactivation
You will find all BMW Motorrad
they are not sufficient in some optional accessories The onboard sockets are au-
circumstances. on our website: tomatically switched off during
Use only parts and accessories "www.bmwmotorrad.com". starting.
approved by BMW for your To reduce the load on the
motorcycle. electrical system, the power
sockets are switched off a Navigation system
certain amount of time after
Securely fasten navigation 8
the ignition is switched off.
Additional devices with low device 151
power consumption are pos- with navigation system OA
sibly not detected by the vehi- with preparation for navigation
cle electronics. In these cases, system OE
onboard sockets are already

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

Switch on ignition if necessary.


Call up the Navigation
Press catch release 1 and re-
menu.
move navigation device 2.

z Check that the navigation de-


vice is secure in the cradle.
The catch 1 must be fully en-
gaged. At that point, the catch
mechanism should be pressed
flat and no longer visible.

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

tion switch in any of these vehi-


cles. Turn the key to the in the case
Removing the Navigator GPS re- lock to the position indicated
ceiver from the motorcycle while by the dot.
it is switched on will launch a
z new PIN request as a security
measure. Pull release lever 2 all the way
up.
Case Close case lid and press down.
Open case Ensure that no luggage is
with central locking system OE trapped between lid and case.
If applicable, open the central NOTICE
locking.
The case can also be locked if
Press lock barrel 1 downward. the lock is in the LOCK position.
Release lever 2 pops up. Under such circumstances, en-
sure that the ignition key is not in
the case. 8
Push release lever 2 down, 155
continuing until it engages.
Turn key to LOCK position in
pannier lock and remove.

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.
z
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

case on the label, contact your


BMW Motorrad Retailer.
The following values apply to the Press lock barrel 1 forward.
combination described here: Release lever 2 pops up.
Pull the release lever all the
Maximum speed for rid-
way up and open the lid of the
z ing with case
topcase.
max 112 mph (max 180 km/h)
Close topcase
Payload per case with Topcase OA
Turn the key to the in the top-
case lock to the position indi-
max 22 lbs (max 10 kg) cated by the dot.
Turn key in topcase lock to the
LOCK position and remove. 8
Remove topcase 157
Removing rider`s seat ( 85).
Remove passenger seat
( 87).
with Topcase OA

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

correctly located on the pannier


Raise the rear of the topcase Set the topcase on the lug- rack.
and pull it off luggage rack. gage carrier.
Opening topcase ( 156).
Install the passenger seat
z ( 88).
Installing driver's seat ( 86).

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

max 112 mph (max 180 km/h)

Payload of Vario topcase

Accessories
Work the cable into position at
max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
positions 6.
Close plug connection 1.

Install the passenger seat z


( 88).
Installing driver's seat ( 86).

Maximum payload and


maximum speed
Observe maximum payload and
maximum speed as indicated on
label in the topcase.
If you cannot find your
combination of vehicle and
topcase on the label, contact
your BMW Motorrad Retailer.
z
8

Accessories
160
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
9
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

laboratory tested, and field tested motorcycle. Increased effect of salt


and provide optimum care and To prevent stains, do not wash
z protection for the materials used
caused by warm water.
the motorcycle immediately after Corrosion
in your vehicle. it has been exposed to bright Only use cold water to remove
sunlight and do not wash it in the road salt.
ATTENTION
sun.
Use of unsuitable cleaning Make sure that the motorcycle ATTENTION
and care agents. is washed frequently, especially
Damage to motorcycle parts. during the winter months. Damage caused by high wa-
Do not use any solvents such To remove road salt, clean the ter pressure from high-pres-
as nitro thinners, cold cleaners, motorcycle with cold water im- sure cleaners or steam-jet
fuel or similar, and do not use mediately after completion of ev- devices.
cleaning agents that contain ery trip. Corrosion or short-circuit, dam-
alcohol. age to seals, to hydraulic brake
WARNING system, to the electrical system
and the seat.
Damp brake disks and brake
pads after washing the mo-
Exercise caution when using Do not use insect sponges or Chrome
high-pressure or steam-jet sponges with a hard surface. Carefully clean chrome parts with 9
devices. plenty of water and BMW car
Fairings and panels 163
shampoo, especially if the mo-
NOTICE Clean fairings and panels with torcycle has been exposed to
water and BMW plastic cleaner. gritting salt. Use chrome polish
Cases and topcases made of alu-
for additional treatment.
minum have no surface coating. Windshields and lenses are

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 of rubber seals. finish is particularly easy to see grease (Vaseline).


z Damage to rubber seals. after the motorcycle has been
Do not use silicone sprays Store the motorcycle in a dry
washed. Remove such marks room, raising it to remove the
or care products that contain as soon as possible using white
silicone. weight from both front wheels
spirit or methylated spirits on (preferably using the front and
a clean cloth or cotton pad. rear-wheel stands offered by
Paint care BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad).
Washing the vehicle on a regu- using BMW tar remover for
lar basis will help prevent long- removing tar spots. Then add Protective wax coating
term damage from harmful sub- a protective wax coating to the
stances, and is especially impor- paint at these locations. Paint must be protected, if water
tant when your vehicle is used no longer pearls up on it.
in areas with high levels of air Store motorcycle To preserve the finish of your
pollution or where natural con- vehicle, BMW Motorrad recom-
Clean motorcycle.
taminants such as tree resin and mends BMW Car Wax or agents
pollen are present. Completely fill the motorcycle's that contain carnauba or syn-
However, remove particularly fuel tank. thetic waxes.
aggressive substances (spilled
Return motorcycle to
use 9
Remove the protective wax 165
coating.
Clean motorcycle.

Install battery ( 146).

Care
Observe checklist ( 92).
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9
166

Care

z
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

No fuel in tank Refueling procedure ( 100).


Battery drained Charge connected battery ( 144).

z
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

Mirror arm Value Valid


Mirror on bracket
M6 x 50 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)

z
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
z
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

or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com.


Speed category of front/rear tires W, minimum requirement: 168 mph (270 km/h)
Front wheel
Front wheel design Aluminum cast wheel
Front-wheel rim size 3.5"x17"
z Front tire designation 120/70 - 17
Load index for front tire At least 52
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g)
Front wheel load at unladen weight 306 lbs (139 kg)
Permissible front wheel load max 390 lbs (max 177 kg)
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g)
Rear wheel
Rear wheel design Aluminum cast wheel
10
177
Rear-wheel rim size 5.5" x 17"
Rear tire designation 180/55 - 17
Load index for rear tire At least 70
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 1.6 oz (max 45 g)

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

Fuse carrier 50 A, Fuse 1: Voltage regulator


Battery
Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery.
Battery voltage 12 V
z Battery capacity 16 Ah
Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8D-J
Electrode gap of spark plug 0.030.01 in (0.80.1 mm), New
0.04 in (1.0 mm), Wear limit
Bulbs
Bulb for high-beam headlight H1 / 12 V / 55 W
10
179
Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W
with Pro Headlight OE Lighting rings, integrated into headlight
Bulb for taillight/brake light LED

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
z
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
z
Performance data
10 Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- 20 %
182 ble total weight)

Technical Data Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

z
Service
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 184
11
183
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Service
Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . 185
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
z
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

BMW Service is carried out once More information on the topic of


a year. The scope of the ser- service is available at:
vices performed may be depen- bmw-motorrad.com/service
z
dent on the motorcycle owner
The required scope of mainte-
and the mileage driven. Your
nance work for your motorcy-
BMW Motorrad retailer confirms
cle can be found in the following
that the service has been per-
maintenance plan:
formed and enters the date for
the next service.
For riders who drive long dis-
tances annually, it may be neces-
sary to come in for service before
the entered date. In this case a
corresponding maximum odome-
ter reading will also be entered in
the confirmation of service. If this
odometer reading is reached be-
z

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

Visual inspection of hydraulic


Recording the BMW Service in
clutch system.
the on-board literature.
Visual inspection of brake lines,
z brake hoses and connections.
Checking the front/rear brake
pads and brake discs for wear.
Checking the front/rear brake
fluid level.
Checking the coolant level.
Checking the side stands for
ease of movement.
Checking the center stand for
ease of movement.
Checking the tyre pressure and
tread depth.
Checking the lighting and sig-
nal system.
Confirmation of maintenance work
11
BMW Pre-Delivery BMW Running-in
191
Check Check
Conducted Conducted

on on

Service
Odometer reading

Next service
at the latest z
on
or, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature


11 BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
192
on on on

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Next service Next service Next service


Service

at the latest at the latest at the latest

on on on
z or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature


BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
11
193
on on on

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Next service Next service Next service

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

Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature


11 BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
194
on on on

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Next service Next service Next service


Service

at the latest at the latest at the latest

on on on
z or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature


BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
BMW Service
Conducted
11
195
on on on

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Next service Next service Next service

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

Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature


Confirmation of service
11 The table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and any
196 special campaign (recall) work carried out.
Work carried out Odometer Date
Service reading

z
Work carried out Odometer Date
reading 11
197

Service
z
z
Service
198
11
Appendix
Certificate for Electronic Immobi-
12
lizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 199

Certificate for Remote Key . . . . . . . . . 202


Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . 206

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

Remote Control for Deutsch


Hiermit erklrt Meta System S.p.A., dass sich das
central locking system Gert PF240009 in bereinstimmung mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen
einschlgigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie
1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
Kesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme
PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/E
phinuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele
teistele asjakohastele stetele.
English
Hereby, Meta System S.p.A., declares that this
esky PF240009 is in compliance with the essential
Meta System S.p.A. tmto prohlauje, e tento requirements and other relevant provisions of
PF240009 je ve shod se zkladnmi poadavky a Directive 1999/5/EC.
dalmi pslunmi ustanovenmi smrnice Espaol
1999/5/ES. Por medio de la presente Meta System S.p.A.
Dansk declara que el PF240009 cumple con los requisitos
Undertegnede Meta System S.p.A. erklrer esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones
herved, at flgende udstyr PF240009 overholder aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
de vsentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i
direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Certifications
Nederlands
Meta System S.p.A. Hierbij verklaart Meta System S.p.A. dat het toestel
PF240009 PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de
essentile eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen
1999/5/. van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Franais Malti
Par la prsente Meta System S.p.A. dclare que Hawnhekk, Meta System S.p.A., jiddikjara li dan
l'appareil PF240009 est conforme aux exigences PF240009 jikkonforma mal-tiijiet essenzjali u ma
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes provvedimenti orajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva
de la directive 1999/5/CE. 1999/5/EC.
Italiano Magyar
Con la presente Meta System S.p.A. dichiara che Alulrott, Meta System S.p.A. nyilatkozom, hogy a
questo PF240009 conforme ai requisiti essenziali PF240009 megfelel a vonatkoz alapvet
ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla kvetelmnyeknek s az 1999/5/EC irnyelv egyb
direttiva 1999/5/CE. elrsainak.
Latviski Polski
Ar o Meta System S.p.A. deklar, ka PF240009 Niniejszym Meta System S.p.A. owiadcza, e
atbilst Direktvas 1999/5/EK btiskajm prasbm PF240009 jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami
un citiem ar to saisttajiem noteikumiem. oraz pozostaymi stosownymi postanowieniami
Lietuvi Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
iuo Meta System S.p.A. deklaruoja, kad is Portugus
PF240009 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas Meta System S.p.A. declara que este PF240009
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e
outras disposies da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Certifications
Slovensko Norsk
Meta System S.p.A. izjavlja, da je ta PF240009 v Meta System S.p.A. erklrer herved at utstyret
skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi PF240009 er i samsvar med de grunnleggende
relevantnimi doloili direktive 1999/5/ES. krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Slovensky USA, Canada
Meta System S.p.A. tmto vyhlasuje, e PF240009
spa zkladn poiadavky a vetky prslun Product name: TX BMW MR
ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. FCC ID: P3O98400
IC:4429A - TXBMWMR
Suomi
Meta System S.p.A. vakuuttaa tten ett This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
PF240009 tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY Operation is subject to the following two
oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin conditions:
muiden ehtojen mukainen. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
Svenska and
Hrmed intygar Meta System S.p.A. att denna (2) this device must accept any interference
PF240009 str I verensstmmelse med de received, including interference that may cause
vsentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta undesired operation.
bestmmelser som framgr av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Any changes or modifications not
slenska expressly approved by the party
Hr me lsir Meta System S.p.A. yfir v a responsible for compliance could void the users
PF240009 er samrmi vi grunnkrfur og arar authority to operate the equipment.
krfur, sem gerar eru tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
Declaration Of Conformity
R&TTE Declaration Of Conformity (DoC)
0470
We: Meta System S.p.A.
with the address: Via Majakovskij 10 b/c/d/e
42124 Reggio Emilia Italy
Declare
Under own responsibility that the product:
TX BMW MR
To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant
requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC).
This product is in conformity with the following standards:
Health & Safety (art.3.1) EN 60950-1
EMC (art.3.2) ETSI EN 301 489-1/-3
Spectrum ETSI EN 300 220 - 2
Human exposure EN 62311
According to Directive 1999/5/CE
Reggio Emilia , 14/07/2010

Technical Director
Lasagni Cesare
Certifications

BMW Keyless Ride ID Device Canada:


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:
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:

Velbert, October 15th, 2013


Benjamin A. Mller
Product Development Systems
Car Access and Immobilization Electronics
Huf Hlsbeck & Frst GmbH & Co. KG
Steeger Strae 17, D-42551 Velbert
Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC)

FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4


IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4

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

Indicator light, 18 Technology in detail, 114


Adjusting handlebar lever, 70
z Checking operation, 126 E F
Fluid reservoir, 11 Electrical system Frame
Technical Data, 173 Technical Data, 179
Technical Data, 178
Confirmation of maintenance Front wheel stand
Emergency on/off switch (kill
Mounting, 134
work, 191 switch), 17
Fuel
Coolant Operating, 60 Fill location, 11
Checking level, 124 Engine Fuel specifications, 99
Fluid level indicator, 13 Starting, 92 Refueling, 100
Overheating warning Technical Data, 171 refueling with Keyless
indicator, 31 Warning lamp for electronic Ride, 101
Topping up, 125 engine management, 31 Technical Data, 172
Cruise-control system Engine oil Fuel reserve
Control, 15 Checking level, 119 Cruising range, 39
Operating, 65 Fill location, 13 Warning indicator, 39
Oil dipstick, 13
Oil level indicator, 40
Fuses Immobilizer L
Position on vehicle, 14 Emergency key, 49 Lights
Control, 15
13
Replacing, 147 Spare key, 46
Headlight flasher, 61 211
Technical Data, 178 Warning indicator, 30
Indicator lights, 18 High-beam headlight, 61
G Overview, 22 Lowbeam headlamp, 61
Gearshift assistant, 96, 107 Parking lamps, 61
Instrument cluster
Adjusting, 75 Parking light, 61

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

Meaning of symbols, 24 Display, 41


Operating, 53 Overview of warning Rim sticker, 127
z Overview, 23 indicators, 26
Technology in detail, 113
Settings, 57 Overviews
Instrument cluster, 18 Warning lamps, 37
Multifunction switch Rear-wheel drive
General view, left, 15 Left side of vehicle, 11
Technical Data, 174
General view, right, 17 Left-side multifunction
Refueling, 100
switch, 15
with Keyless Ride, 101
N Multifunction display, 23
Navigation devices Remote control
Right side of vehicle, 13 logging on, 79
Installing, 151 Right-hand multifunction Replacing battery, 52, 81
Operating, 152 switch, 17 synchronize, 80
Removing, 152 Underneath seat, 14
Rider's seat
Notice concerning current Warning and indicator lights, 22 Adjusting seat height, 86
status, 7 Height adjustment, 14
O Installing, 85, 86
Odometer Locking mechanism, 11
Operating, 59 Removing, 85
Riding mode Storage compartment Suspension, 174
Adjusting, 64 Operating, 77 Transmission, 173 13
Technology in detail, 105 Position on vehicle, 11, 13 Weights, 181 213
Suspension Wheels and tyres, 176
S Technical Data, 174 Tires
Safety instructions Switching off, 98 Breaking in, 96
On braking, 97 Symbols Checking tire tread depth, 126
On riding, 90

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
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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.

2015 Bayerische Motoren


Werke Aktiengesellschaft
80788 Munich, Germany
Reprints and duplication of this
work, in whole or part, are pro-
hibited without the express writ-
ten approval of BMW Motorrad,
Aftersales.
Important data for refueling:

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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