Rider's Manual

K 1600 GTL

BMW Motorrad

The Ultimate
Riding Machine
Motorcycle data/dealership details

Motorcycle data Dealership details

Model Person to contact in Service department

Vehicle identification number Ms/Mr

Colour code Phone number

Date of first registration

Registration number Dealership address/phone number (com-

pany stamp)
Welcome to BMW BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly
provide advice and assistance.
We congratulate you on your
choice of a motorcycle from We hope that you will enjoy rid-
BMW and welcome you to the ing your BMW and that all your
community of BMW riders. journeys will be pleasant and
Familiarise yourself with your new safe.
motorcycle so that you can ride it
safely and confidently in all traffic BMW Motorrad.
situations.
Please read this Rider's Manual
carefully before starting to use
your new BMW motorcycle. It
contains important information on
how to operate the controls and
how to make the best possible
use of all your BMW's technical
features.
In addition, it contains information
on maintenance and care to help
you maintain your motorcycle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
If you have questions concerning
your motorcycle, your authorised
Table of Contents
You can also consult the index at Tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Ride mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
the end of this Rider's Manual if Oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
you want to find a particular topic Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . 23 Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
or item of information. Warning and telltale slipstream deflector . . . . . . . . . 59
1 General instructions . . . . 5 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . 59
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Stowage compartments . . . . . 61
Abbreviations and 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ignition switch/steering Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Shift mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Electronic immobiliser Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 EWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 43 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
General view, left side . . . . . . . 11 On-board computer . . . . . . . . . 48 Electronic Suspension Ad-
General view, right side . . . . . 13 Odometer and justment ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . 14 tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . 16 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 70
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 17 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 52 5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 19 Emergency off switch (kill Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 76
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 20 switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 21 Grip heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 22 Dynamic Traction Control Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Parking your motorcycle . . . . 82
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Securing motorcycle for Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 145
6 Engineering details . . . . . 87 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Ride mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 125 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Brake system with BMW Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 147
Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . 89 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Electronic engine manage- Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Anti-theft alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . 150
ment with BMW Motorrad Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Tyre pressure monitoring Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
RDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Washing motorcycle. . . . . . . 136 Riding specifications . . . . . . 152
Electronic Suspension Ad- Cleaning easily damaged 11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
justment ESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 BMW Motorrad service . . . . 154
7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 BMW Motorrad service
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 98 Protective wax coating . . . . 138 quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Laying up motorcycle . . . . . 138 BMW Motorrad mobility
Navigation device . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Restoring motorcycle to services - roadside assist-
Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 ance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 10 Technical data . . . . . . 139 BMW Motorrad service
troubleshooting chart . . . . . . 140 network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 109
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 141 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 155
General instructions . . . . . . . 110
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Confirmation of mainten-
Standard toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 ance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Confirmation of service . . . . 161
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
General instructions

General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1
5
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General instructions
Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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 Overview Specific instructions on OE Optional extra
1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual
how to operate, control, ad- The motorcycles are as-
just or look after items of equip- sembled complete with
6 will provide you with an initial
ment on the motorcycle. all the BMW optional ex-
overview of your motorcycle. All
Indicates the end of an tras originally ordered.
maintenance and repair work on
the motorcycle is documented in item of information.
OA Optional accessory
Chapter 11. This record of the You can obtain optional
Instruction.
General instructions

maintenance work you have had accessories through your

performed on your motorcycle is authorised BMW Motor-
Result of an activity.
a precondition for generous treat- rad dealer; optional ac-
ment of goodwill claims. Reference to a page with cessories have to be
When the time comes to sell more detailed informa- retrofitted to the motor-
your BMW, please remember tion. cycle.
to hand over this Rider's Manual;
it is an important part of the mo- Indicates the end of a EWS Electronic immobiliser.
torcycle. passage relating to spe-
cific accessories or items DWA Anti-theft alarm (Dieb-
z Abbreviations and stahlwarnanlage)
of equipment.
symbols
Tightening torque. ABS Anti-lock brake system
Indicates warnings that you
must comply with for reas- DTC Dynamic Traction Con-
ons of your safety and the safety Item of technical data. trol.
of others, and to protect your
motorcycle against damage.
ESA Electronic Suspension find these features described in the basis of the data, illustrations
Adjustment separate manuals. or descriptions in this manual. 1
Electronic Suspension
Adjustment. Technical data 7

All dimensions, weights and

RDC Tyre pressure monitoring
power ratings stated in the
(ReifenDruck-Control)
Rider's Manual are quoted to the
standards and comply with the

General instructions
Equipment tolerance requirements of the
When you ordered your BMW Deutsches Institut für Normung
motorcycle, you chose various e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual
items of custom equipment. countries may differ.
This Rider's Manual describes
optional extras (OE) offered by Currency
BMW and selected optional ac- The high safety and quality
cessories (OA). This explains why standards of BMW motorcycles
the manual may also contain de- are maintained by constant
scriptions of equipment which z
development work on designs,
you have not ordered. Please equipment and accessories.
note, too, that your motorcycle Because of this, your motorcycle
might not be exactly as illus- may differ from the information
trated in this manual on account supplied in the Rider's Manual.
of country-specific differences. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely
If your BMW was supplied with rule out errors and omissions.
equipment not described in We hope you will appreciate that
this Rider's Manual, you will no claims can be entertained on
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General instructions
General views

General views
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2
9
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

General views
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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2

General views
General view, left side
1 Clutch-fluid reservoir 2
( 117) 11
2 Fuel filler neck ( 83)
3 Operating panel for the
audio system (see separate
user guide)

General views
4 Seat lock ( 57)
5 Control for rear-seat heat-
ing (on the seat) ( 55)
6 Payload table
Table of tyre pressures
7 Adjuster, spring preload
( 64) z
8 Adjuster for damping char-
acteristic ( 65)
9 Storage compartment
( 61)
10 adjustable shift lever
( 63)
11 slipstream deflector
( 59)
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2

General views
General view, right side
1 Vehicle Identification Num- 2
ber (above engine oil filler 13
neck)
2 Power socket ( 98)
3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
( 114)

General views
4 Coolant level indicator (be-
hind side panel) ( 116)
5 Type plate (on front sus-
pension)
6 slipstream deflector
( 59)
7 Engine-oil filler neck and z
oil dipstick ( 110)
8 Stowage compartment of
the audio system ( 61)
9 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear
( 115)
 Handlebar fitting, left
2 1 High-beam headlight and
14 headlight flasher ( 50)
2 with LED auxiliary head-
lights OE
Operation of the auxiliary
headlights ( 51)
General views

3 Cruise control system con-

trol ( 59)
4 Hazard warning flashers
( 52)
5 Windscreen control
( 58)
z 6 Operation of the flashing
turn indicators ( 52)
7 Horn
8 Multi-controller and MENU
button 2
Operation of the multifunc-
tion display ( 43) 15
Operation of the audio sys-
tem (see the appropriate
instructions for use)
with Dynamic Traction

General views
Control (DTC) OE
Control for DTC ( 56)
with Electronic Suspen-
sion Adjustment (ESA) OE
Operating ESA ( 65)
9 Select the favourite menu.
( 47).
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 Handlebar fitting, right
2 1 with central locking OE
16 Operation of the central
locking system ( 67)
2 Selection of the ride mode
( 56)
3 Emergency off switch (kill
General views

switch) ( 53)
4 Starting engine ( 78)

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Underneath the seat
1 Rider's Manual 2
2 Fuses ( 133) 17
3 Battery ( 130)
4 Standard toolkit ( 110)

General views
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 Instrument panel
2 1 Speedometer
18 2 Release for navigation slot
3 Warning and telltale lights
( 25)
4 with navigation system OA
Navigation device ( 99)
General views

5 Ambient-light brightness
sensor (for adapting the
brightness of the instru-
ment lighting)
6 Rev. counter
7 Control for tripmeters
z ( 49)
8 Multifunction display
( 20)
The brightness of the warn-
ing lights and telltale lights,
the display and the instrument
needle and gauge lighting is ad-
apted automatically to suit ambi-
ent brightness.
Status indicators

Status indicators
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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19
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Status indicators
Tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Warning and telltale lights . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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 Multifunction display
3 1 Ride mode ( 56)
20 2 Coolant temperature
3 Area for warnings ( 26)
4 Menu area ( 43)
Area for messages relating
to the audio system
Status indicators

5 Status-indicator panel of
the on-board computer
( 48)
with tyre pressure monit-
oring (RDC) OE
RDC readings
6 Status indicators for seat
heating ( 54)
z Status indicators for
handlebar grip heating
( 53)
with Electronic Suspen-
sion Adjustment (ESA) OE
ESA settings
7 Tripmeter ( 49)
8 Total distance covered
9 Clock ( 47)
10 Fuel level
11 Gear indicator; "N" indic- Meaning of symbols Tyre pressures ( 22)
ates neutral 3
Stopwatch ( 48) 21

Travel times ( 49)

Status indicators
Date (display mode de-
pends on the time format
selected) ( 47)
Meanings of the symbols at posi- Oil level ( 23)
tion 1:

Average consumption
1 and 2 since last reset
( 48) z
Range with fuel now on
board ( 22)
Average speed since last
reset ( 48)
Ambient temperature
( 22) 2 Rear-seat heating ON
3 Handlebar grip heating ON
4 Front-seat heating ON
 with Electronic Suspension Ad- fuel into the fuel tank for the new of the engine's heat becomes ex-
3 justment (ESA) OE level to be registered correctly. cessive, -- temporarily appears
If the sensor cannot register the on the display.
22 new level the range readout can- If ambient temperature
not be updated. drops below 3 °C this
When the motorcycle is propped warning appears, drawing
on its side stand the slight angle your attention to the risk of
of inclination means that the black ice forming. The display
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sensor cannot register the fuel automatically switches from any

level correctly. This is the reason other mode to the temperature
why the range is calculated only reading when the temperature
when the side stand is in the re- drops below this threshold for
5 Damping
tracted position. the first time.
6 Vehicle load
The calculated range is only
Range an approximate reading.
Tyre pressures
z The range readout indic- Consequently, BMW Motorrad with tyre pressure monitoring
ates how far you can ride recommends that you should not (RDC) OE
with the fuel remaining in the try to use the full range before
tank. The figure for average con- refuelling.
sumption used to calculate range
is not shown and might not be Ambient temperature
the same as the average-con- When the motorcycle is at
sumption reading that appears on a standstill the heat of the
the display. engine can falsify the ambient-
You must put at least five litres of temperature reading. If the effect
 The tyre warning symbol The readings mean:
also appears on the display. 3
OK: Oil level is correct
The "General" warning light 23
flashes red. CHECK!: Check the oil level
The detailed description of BMW the next time you stop for fuel.
Motorrad RDC starts on page
( 93). – – –: Oil level cannot be

Status indicators
measured (conditions as stated
above not satisfied).
The tyre-pressure readings are Oil level
based on a reference tyre tem- The oil-level indicator gives Service-due indicator
perature of 20 °C. The front you an indication of the en-
tyre pressure is on the left 1 gine oil level. If a service is due, for a
; the reading on the right 2 is brief period after the pre-
The preconditions for the oil level ride check the service symbol
the rear tyre pressure. "-- --" check are as follows:
appears directly after the igni- appears on the display and the z
Engine at operating temperat- service-due date shows instead
tion is switched on, because
ure. of the odometer reading.
the sensors do not transmit tyre
Engine idling for at least ten
pressures until the first time the If the service is overdue the
seconds.
motorcycle accelerates to more General warning light briefly
Side stand retracted.
than 30 km/h. shows yellow and the service
Make sure the motorcycle is symbol lights up continuously.
If the pressure in a tyre drops to upright.
a critical level the corresponding
status indicator shows red.
 might be necessary to have it
3 serviced at a date in advance
of the forecast due date. If the
24 countdown distance to the early
service is less than 1000 km,
countdown distance 2 appears
on the display.
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If the service-due indic-

ator appears more than a
If the countdown to the next month before the service date,
service is less than one month, the date saved in the instrument
service-due date 1 appears on cluster must be adjusted. This
the display. situation can occur if the battery
was disconnected.

If the motorcycle covers long dis-

tances in the course of the year,
under certain circumstances it
Warning and telltale
lights 3
1 ABS warning light ( 34) 25
2 with Dynamic Traction
Control (DTC) OE
DTC warning light ( 35)
3 Telltale light of the left turn

Status indicators
indicators
4 Warning light for fuel down
to reserve ( 31)
5 Telltale light for neutral
6 High-beam headlight tell-
tale light
7 Telltale light of the right
turn indicators z
8 Warning light for engine
electronics
9 with anti-theft alarm
(DWA) OE
Anti-theft alarm telltale light
( 70)
10 with LED auxiliary head-
lights OE
Telltale light for the auxili-
ary headlights ( 51)
 11 Telltale light of cruise con- Warnings Up to four warning symbols can
3 trol ( 59)
Mode of presentation
be displayed at any given time.
12 General warning light, in The status of the 'General' warn-
26 combination with warnings Warnings are indicated by the ing light matches the most ur-
in the display ( 26) corresponding warning lights. gent warning.
The possible warnings are listed
on the next pages.
Status indicators

z Warnings for which there is no

dedicated warning light are indic-
ated by 'General' warning light 1
showing in combination with a
warning symbol such as, for ex-
ample, 2 appearing in the mul-
tifunction display. The 'General'
warning light shows red or yel-
low, depending on the urgency of
the warning.
Warnings, overview
Warning light Status indicators Meaning 3
Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Electronic immobiliser active ( 31) 27
play

Lights up Fuel-level reading Fuel down to reserve ( 31)

turns yellow

Status indicators
Lights up red Temperature read- Coolant temperature too high ( 31)
ing turns red

Lights up Engine fault ( 31)

Flashes Severe engine fault ( 32)

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Appears on the dis- Engine-oil level too low ( 32)
play

Lights up red Appears on the dis- Insufficient battery charge current

play ( 32)

Appears on the dis- On-board system voltage low ( 33)

play
 Warning light Status indicators Meaning
3 Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- On-board system voltage critical ( 33)
28 play

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Rear light failure ( 33)

play

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Front light failure ( 34)

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play

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Light failure ( 34)

play

Appears on the dis- Ice warning ( 34)

play

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( 34)

Lights up ABS fault ( 34)

Quick-flashes DTC intervention ( 35)

Slow-flashes DTC self-diagnosis not completed

( 35)
Warning light Status indicators Meaning
Lights up DTC switched off ( 35)
3
29

Lights up DTC fault ( 35)

Flashes red + tyre pressure in Tyre pressure outside permitted toler-

Status indicators
red ance ( 36)

+ "--" or "-- Signal transmission disrupted ( 36)

--" appears on
the display.
Lights up yellow + "--" or "-- Sensor defective or system error
--" appears on ( 37)
the display. z
Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak
play ( 37)

Lights up red Appears on the dis- Light direction of the low-beam headlight
play not known ( 38)

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Beam-throw adjustment of the low-beam

play headlight restricted ( 38)
 Warning light Status indicators Meaning
3 Appears on the dis- Headlight aiming changed ( 38)
30 play

Appears on the dis- Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 39)

play

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 39)
Status indicators

play

Appears on the dis- Central locking locked ( 39)

play

briefly shows yellow Appears on the dis- Service overdue ( 39)

play

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Electronic immobiliser Lack of fuel can result in Continuing to ride when the
active the engine misfiring and engine is overheated could 3
General warning light shows cutting out unexpectedly. Mis- result in engine damage.
firing can damage the catalytic Compliance with the information 31
yellow.
converter; a hazardous situation set out below is essential.
Key appears on the display. can result if the engine cuts out
Possible cause:
unexpectedly.
The coolant temperature is too
Do not run the fuel tank dry.

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Possible cause: high.
The key being used is not au- Possible cause: If possible, ride in the part-load
thorised for starting, or commu- The fuel tank contains no more range to cool down the engine.
nication between key and engine than the reserve quantity of fuel. In traffic jams, switch off the
electronics is disrupted. engine, but leave the ignition
Reserve fuel
Remove all other vehicle keys switched on so that the radi-
from the same ring as the igni- ator fan continues to operate.
tion key. approx. 4 l If the coolant temperature is
Use the reserve key. frequently too high, have the z
Refuel ( 83).
Have the defective key re- fault rectified as soon as pos-
placed, preferably by an au- Coolant temperature too sible by a specialist workshop,
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. high preferably an authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer.
Fuel down to reserve General warning light shows
red. Engine fault
Reserve-fuel symbol lights
up The temperature reading turns The engine symbol lights
red. up.
Fuel-level reading turns yellow.
 Possible cause: Possible cause: Possible cause:
3 The engine control unit has dia- The engine control unit has dia- The electronic oil-level sensor
gnosed a fault. gnosed a severe fault. has registered an excessively low
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The engine is running in An engine fault that can oil level. Check the engine-oil
emergency operating mode. lead to severe consequen- level with the dipstick the next
Unusual engine response is a tial damage has been detected. time you stop to refuel:
possibility. Adapt your style of riding accord- Check the engine oil level
( 110).
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Adapt your style of riding accord- ingly. Ride slowly, avoid acceler-
ingly. Avoid accelerating sharply ating and overtaking. If the oil level is too low:
and overtaking. If possible, have the motorcycle Top up the engine oil ( 112).
If you continue to ride be pre- picked up.
Insufficient battery charge
pared for unusual engine beha- If you continue to ride be pre- current
viour (low power, poor throttle pared for unusual engine beha-
General warning light shows
response, abrupt stalling, etc.) viour (low power, poor throttle
red.
Have the fault rectified as response, abrupt stalling, etc.)
z The battery symbol appears
quickly as possible by a Have the fault rectified as
specialist workshop, preferably quickly as possible by a on the display.
an authorised BMW Motorrad specialist workshop, preferably
A discharged battery can
dealer. an authorised BMW Motorrad
render various systems un-
dealer.
Severe engine fault available, for example the lights,
Engine-oil level too low the engine or the ABS. This can
The engine symbol flashes.
result in dangerous situations.
The oilcan symbol appears
If possible, do not continue your
on the display.
journey.
Battery is not being charged. If engine rpm and when the engine grip heating might also be shut
you continue to ride the motor- is idling. down. 3
cycle the on-board electronics When riding at low engine rpm Possible cause:
will drain the battery. switch off consumers that are 33
Too many consumers switched
Possible cause: not necessary for road safety on. On-board system voltage
Alternator or alternator drive de- (e.g. heated body warmer or tends to drop particularly at low
fective auxiliary headlights). engine rpm and when the engine
Have the fault rectified as is idling.

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quickly as possible by a
On-board system voltage When riding at low engine rpm
specialist workshop, preferably critical switch off consumers that are
an authorised BMW Motorrad General warning light shows not necessary for road safety
dealer. yellow. (e.g. heated body warmer or
auxiliary headlights).
On-board system voltage The split battery symbol
appears on the display. Rear light failure
low
The split battery symbol Generator power is no longer General warning light shows z
appears on the display. sufficient to supply all consumers yellow.
Generator power is only just suf- and charge the battery. In order
Bulb symbol with arrow
ficient to supply all consumers to ensure that the engine can
pointing to the rear appears
and charge the battery. be started and the motorcycle
on the display.
ridden, the on-board electronics
Possible cause: Possible cause:
switch off the electricity supply
Too many consumers switched to the on-board sockets and the Rear light, brake light or rear
on. On-board system voltage auxiliary headlights. In extreme flashing turn indicator defective.
tends to drop particularly at low cases the seat heating and the The LED rear light must be
replaced. Consult a specialist
 workshop, preferably an author- Bulb symbol with two ar- ing is particularly high on bridges
3 ised BMW Motorrad dealer. rows appears on the dis- and where the road is in shade.
play. Ride carefully and think well
34 Front light failure
Possible cause: ahead.
General warning light shows
A combination of light failures
yellow. ABS self-diagnosis not
has occurred.
Bulb symbol with arrow Consult a specialist workshop, completed
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pointing to the front ap- preferably an authorised BMW ABS warning light flashes.
pears on the display. Motorrad dealer.
Possible cause: Possible cause:
Ice warning
Low-beam headlight, high-beam Self-diagnosis did not complete,
The ice-crystal symbol ap-
headlight, parking light or front so the ABS function is not avail-
pears on the display.
flashing turn indicator defective. able. The motorcycle must be
Consult a specialist workshop, Possible cause: ridden at a speed of at least
z preferably an authorised BMW The air temperature measured 5 km/h in order for ABS self-dia-
Motorrad dealer, if the low- at the motorcycle is lower than gnosis to complete.
beam headlight or an LED turn 3 °C. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind
indicator requires replacement. that the ABS function is not
The ice warning does not
Replacing high-beam headlight available until self-diagnosis has
mean that there is no risk
bulb ( 127). completed.
of black ice forming at measured
Light failure temperatures above 3 °C.
ABS fault
Always take extra care when
General warning light shows ABS warning light shows.
temperatures are low; remember
yellow.
that the danger of black ice form-
Possible cause: torque. The warning light flashes DTC switched off
The ABS control unit has detec- for longer than DTC intervention with Dynamic Traction Control 3
ted a fault. The ABS function is lasts. This affords the rider visual (DTC) OE
feedback on control intervention 35
not available.
You can continue to ride the even after the critical situation DTC warning light shows.
motorcycle, but make due pro- has been dealt with.
vision for the fact that the ABS Possible cause:
function is not available. Bear
DTC self-diagnosis not

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completed The rider has switched off the
in mind the more detailed in-
with Dynamic Traction Control DTC system.
formation on situations that can
(DTC) OE Switch on DTC.
lead to an ABS fault ( 91).
Have the fault rectified as DTC fault
DTC warning light slow-
quickly as possible by a
flashes. with Dynamic Traction Control
specialist workshop, preferably
(DTC) OE
an authorised BMW Motorrad Possible cause:
dealer. Self-diagnosis did not complete, DTC warning light shows. z
so the DTC function is not avail-
DTC intervention
able. The engine must be run-
with Dynamic Traction Control Possible cause:
ning and the motorcycle must
(DTC) OE reach a speed of at least 5 km/h The DTC control unit has detec-
in order for DTC self-diagnosis to ted a fault. The DTC function is
DTC warning light quick- not available.
complete.
flashes. You can continue to ride. Bear
Pull away slowly. Bear in mind
The DTC has detected a degree in mind that the DTC function
that the DTC function is not
of instability at the rear wheel is not available. Bear in mind
available until self-diagnosis has
and has intervened to reduce the more detailed information
completed.
 on situations that can lead to a If the motorcycle can be ridden Do not continue your journey.
3 DTC fault ( 92). with the tyre in its present condi- Notify the breakdown service.
Have the fault rectified as tion:
36 quickly as possible by a Signal transmission
Incorrect tyre pressures im-
specialist workshop, preferably pair the motorcycle's hand- disrupted
an authorised BMW Motorrad ling characteristics. with tyre pressure monitoring
dealer. If tyre pressure is incorrect it is (RDC) OE
essential to adapt your style of
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Tyre pressure outside + "--" or "-- --" ap-

riding accordingly.
permitted tolerance pears on the display.
with tyre pressure monitoring Correct the tyre pressure at the
earliest possible opportunity. Possible cause:
(RDC) OE
The motorcycle has not yet ac-
Before you adjust tyre pres-
General warning light celerated past the threshold of
sure, read the information
flashes red. approximately 30 km/h. The
on temperature compensation
RDC sensors do not start trans-
z + the critical tyre pressure and adjusting pressure in the
mitting signals until the motor-
shows red. section entitled "Engineering
cycle reaches a speed above
details".
Possible cause: this threshold for the first time
Have the tyre checked for ( 93).
Measured tyre pressure is out-
damage by a specialist Increase speed above this
side permitted tolerance.
workshop, preferably an threshold and observe the RDC
Check the tyre for damage and authorised BMW Motorrad readings. Assume that a per-
to ascertain whether the mo- dealer. manent fault has not occurred
torcycle can be ridden with the
If you are unsure whether the unless the 'General' warning
tyre in its present condition.
motorcycle can be ridden with light comes on to accompany
the tyre in its present condition:
 the symptoms. Under these an authorised BMW Motorrad an authorised BMW Motorrad
circumstances: dealer. dealer. 3
Have the fault rectified by a
specialist workshop, preferably Sensor defective or Possible cause: 37
an authorised BMW Motorrad system error A system error has occurred.
dealer. with tyre pressure monitoring Have the fault rectified by a
(RDC) OE specialist workshop, preferably
Possible cause: an authorised BMW Motorrad

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Wireless communication with the General warning light shows dealer.
RDC sensors has been disrupted. yellow.
Possible causes include radio- Battery of tyre-pressure
+ "--" or "-- --" ap-
communication systems operat- sensor weak
pears on the display.
ing in the vicinity and interfering with tyre pressure monitoring
with the link between the RDC Possible cause: (RDC) OE
control unit and the sensors. Motorcycle is fitted with wheels
Move to another location and not equipped with RDC sensors. General warning light shows
observe the RDC readings. As- yellow. z
Fit wheels and tyres equipped
sume that a permanent fault with RDC sensors. The RDC battery symbol
has not occurred unless the appears on the display.
'General' warning light comes Possible cause:
on to accompany the symp- One or two RDC sensors have This error message appears
toms. Under these circum- failed. only briefly after the pre-
stances: Have the fault rectified by a ride check completes.
Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably
specialist workshop, preferably
 Possible cause: Possible cause: Possible cause:
3 The integral battery in the tyre- Light direction and range of the Only restricted adjustment of
pressure sensor has lost a sig- low-beam headlight are unknown, light direction and range of the
38
nificant proportion of its original adjustment is no longer possible. low-beam headlight possible.
capacity. There is no assurance If it is dark leave the motor- Have the defect rectified by a
of how long the tyre pressure cycle where it is or have it specialist workshop, preferably
control system can remain opera- picked up, if possible. an authorised BMW Motorrad
tional. Have the defect rectified as dealer.
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Seek the advice of a specialist quickly as possible by a spe-

workshop, preferably an author- cialist workshop, preferably Headlight aiming changed
ised BMW Motorrad dealer. with Adaptive Headlight OE
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Light direction of the low- appears on the display.
beam headlight not known Beam-throw adjustment Corning light control for the
General warning light shows of the low-beam headlight low-beam headlight is switched
restricted off.
z red.
General warning light shows Possible cause:
Headlight with question
yellow. Headlight alignment has been
mark appears on the dis-
changed from the as-delivered
play. Headlight with zero appears condition.
Illumination of the road ahead on the display.
Adjust for traffic driving on right
is no longer optimum; there is a Illumination of the road ahead is or driving on left ( 50).
possibility of dazzling oncoming no longer optimum.
traffic.
Anti-theft alarm battery Anti-theft alarm battery Central locking locked
weak flat with central locking OE 3
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE 39
The locked symbol appears
The anti-theft alarm bat- General warning light shows on the display.
tery symbol appears on the yellow. All locks in the central locking
display. system are locked.
The anti-theft alarm bat-

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This error message appears tery symbol appears on the Service overdue
only briefly after the pre- display. appears on the display.
ride check completes.
This error message appears
Possible cause: only briefly after the pre-
General warning light briefly
The integral battery in the anti- ride check completes.
shows yellow after the pre-
theft alarm has lost a significant Possible cause: ride check.
proportion of its original capa-
The integral battery in the anti- Possible cause:
city. There is no assurance of
theft alarm has lost its entire ori- z
how long the anti-theft alarm can A necessary service has not
ginal capacity. There is no assur-
remain operational if the motor- been carried out.
ance that the anti-theft alarm will
cycle's battery is disconnected. Have servicing carried out as
be operational if the motorcycle's
Seek the advice of a specialist quickly as possible by a spe-
battery is disconnected.
workshop, preferably an author- cialist workshop, preferably
Seek the advice of a specialist
ised BMW Motorrad dealer. an authorised BMW-Motorrad
workshop, preferably an author-
dealer.
ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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40
3

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Operation

Operation
Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . 42 Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4
41
Electronic immobiliser EWS . . . . . . . . . 43 slipstream deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Stowage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Operation
Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Shift mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 z
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Emergency off switch (kill Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Grip heating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Electronic Suspension Adjustment
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Dynamic Traction Control DTC . . . . . 56 Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Ride mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
 Ignition switch/steering Parking lights and all function Key can be removed.
4 lock circuits switched on. The windscreen automatically
Engine can be started. moves to the bottom limit posi-
42 Keys tion.
Pre-ride check is performed.
You receive two master keys and ( 78)
one spare key. Please consult ABS self-diagnosis is Locking handlebars
the information on the electronic performed. ( 79) If the motorcycle is on the
immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost with Dynamic Traction Control side stand, the surface
Operation

or mislaid ( 43). (DTC) OE of the ground will determine

Ignition switch/steering lock, tank DTC self-diagnosis is per- whether it is better to turn the
filler cap lock, stowage compart- formed. ( 79) handlebars to the left or right.
ments, seat lock and cases are However, the motorcycle is more
z all operated with the same key. Switching off ignition stable on a level surface with the
handlebars turned to the left than
Switching on ignition with the handlebars turned to the
right.
On level ground, always turn the
handlebars to the left to set the
steering lock.
Turn the handlebars to the full
left or right lock position.

Turn the key to position 2.

Lights switched off.
Turn the key to position 1. Handlebars not locked.
 as "authorised" for your motor- BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys
cycle. are part of an integrated security 4
A spare key attached to system, so the dealer is under an
obligation to check the legitimacy 43
the same ring as the ig-
nition key used to start the en- of all applications for replace-
gine could "irritate" the electron- ment/extra keys.
ics, in which case the enabling
signal for starting is not issued. Multifunction display

Operation
The EWS warning appears in the Selecting menu
Turn the key to position 3, multifunction display.
while moving the handlebars Always keep the spare key sep-
slightly. arately from the ignition key. z
Ignition, lights and all function
circuits switched off. If you mislay a key you can have
Handlebars locked. the key in question barred by
Key can be removed. your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer. In order to have a key
Electronic immobiliser barred you must bring along all
the other keys belonging to the
EWS motorcycle. Press button 2 to step through
The on-board electronics access The engine cannot be started by the sequence of menus, starting
the data saved in the ignition key a barred key, but a key that has with the Info menu. Each time
via a ring aerial in the ignition been barred can subsequently be you press button 2 you call up
lock. The ignition is not enabled reactivated. the next menu in the sequence;
for starting until the engine con- You can obtain replacement/extra the number of menus depends
trol unit has recognised the key keys only through an authorised
 on the options fitted to the mo- See the separate Quick
4 torcycle. Reference Guide for an
You also have the option of overview of all menus.
44 pressing button 3 for direct
access to a favourite menu of Selecting menu item
Operation your choice.

An arrow 1 at the top or bottom

of the display indicates that there
z are other items in this menu
that you can view by turning
the multi-controller in the cor-
Use multi-controller 1 to move responding direction. If arrow 2
the cursor in a menu. appears in the cursor, you can
The type of menu shows at po- call up a submenu by pressing
sition 1; cursor 2 indicates the the multi-controller to the right
current selection. Each line 3 (for information on the different
indicates a menu that can be se- meaning in relation to average
lected. The line representing the values and list selections, see
menu you are currently viewing ( 45)).
is greyed to show you where you
are in the sequence of menus.
Setting parameters
4
45

Operation
Resetting values: Selecting from a list:
Direct selection: You can reset average values A circle 2 beside each selectable
If you move the cursor to a menu marked with an arrow 1 by long- item means that the items are z
item that requires no other set- pressing the multi-controller to part of a selection list. A circle
tings, your selection goes active the right. with a dot indicates the item that
right away. is currently selected.
If you want to change the selec-
tion move the cursor to some
other item in the list and press
the multi-controller to the right to
either activate or deactivate the
parameter you selected.
 Exiting menu
4
46

Operation

Setting numerical values: Setting relative values:

If there are one or more numer- A bar indicator enables you to Arrow 3 appears when you are in
z ical values between the arrows 3, set a value in a range between a submenu.
you can increase the values by two limits. Turn the multi-con-
turning the multi-controller up or troller up to increase the setting
reduce the values by turning the or down to reduce the setting.
multi-controller down. You can
toggle between the values by
pressing the multi-controller to
the right or left.
 Language: Display lan-
guage (German, English, Span- 4
ish, Italian, French, Dutch, Por-
tuguese) 47
Time format -
Time format: Clock in 12-
hour format (12 h) or in 24-
hour format (24 h)

Operation
Time format -
Press multi-controller 1 to the Press and hold down button 3. Date format: Date in
left to return to the next highest The lozenge appears to the day . month . year format
menu; press MENU button 2 to right of the menu designa- (dd . mm . yy) or in
month / day / year format z
return to the main menu. tion.
If you want to hide the menus, (mm / dd / yy)
The menu you have selected Time format -
press multi-controller 1 to the left will subsequently be called up
in a main menu. GPS time: Accept GPS time
whenever you press button 3. and GPS date from the built-in
Selecting favourite menu navigation system (On), (Off)
Adapting mode of
Select the main menu of your presentation
Brightness: Brightness
choice. of the display and the instru-
Switch on the 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: Initial state: Re-
store factory defaults (when
 Reset! appears on the dis- ØConsump.1: Average Operating stopwatch
4 play press the multi-controller consumption 1 Call up the Info menu and
to the right and hold in this po- ØConsump.2: Average select Stopwatch.
48 sition) consumption 2
Use the multi-controller to se- Range: Range with fuel re-
lect your preferred settings. maining in fuel tank
ØSpeed: Average speed
On-board computer Temperature: Ambient
Operation

Selecting readings temperature

Call up the Info menu and
Tire pressure: Tyre
pressures
select the item of information
z of your choice. Stopwatch: Stopwatch
Travel times: Travel
times With the stopwatch stopped,
Date: Current date push multi-controller 1 to the
Oil level: Engine-oil level right to start the stopwatch.
Off: No reading The stopwatch continues tim-
ing even if you select some
Resetting average values other reading or switch off the
Call up the Info menu and ignition.
select the average value you With the stopwatch running,
want to reset. push multi-controller 1 to the
Push the multi-controller to the right to stop the stopwatch.
The following items of informa-
right and hold it in this position
tion can be displayed in panel 3:
until the average value is reset.
 Push multi-controller 1 to the Time during which the mo- Automatic trip meter (Trip A,
right and hold it in this position torcycle was at a standstill resets automatically eight hours 4
to reset the stopwatch. since the last reset. after ignition OFF)
49
Measuring travel times Odometer and Resetting tripmeter
Call up the Info menu and tripmeters Switch on the ignition.
select Travel times. Select the desired tripmeter.
Selecting odometer

Operation
Switch on the ignition.

Push multi-controller 1 to the Press and hold down button 1

right and hold it in this position until the tripmeter reading is
to reset the travel time. Press button 1 to select trip- reset.
Timing continues even if you meter 2 of your choice.
select some other reading or The following counters can be
switch off the ignition. displayed:
Time during which the mo-
torcycle was on the move Tripmeter 1 (Trip 1)
since the last reset. Tripmeter 2 (Trip 2)
 Lights High-beam headlight
4 Side light
50 The side lights switch on auto-
matically when the ignition is
switched on.
The side lights place
a strain on the battery.
Operation

Do not switch the ignition

on for longer than absolutely Immediately after switching off
necessary. the ignition, push button 1 to
Push switch 1 forward to
z switch on the high-beam the left and hold it in this po-
Low-beam headlight sition until the parking lights
headlight.
The low-beam headlight switches come on.
Pull switch 1 back to operate
on automatically when you start Switch the ignition on and off
the headlight flasher.
the engine. again to switch off the parking
The high-beam headlight lights.
can also be switched on
when the engine is not running. Adjusting for traffic
driving on right or driving
Parking light
on left
Switch off the ignition. OE
with Adaptive Headlight

Switch on the ignition.

Call up the Settings appears on the display.
menu and select Vehicle - 4
Headlamp.
The cornering light function is 51
not active for as long as the
setting is changed.

Beam throw

Operation
The xenon headlight has con-
tinuous beam throw control that
keeps beam throw constant re- Press button 1 to switch on
gardless of how the motorcycle the auxiliary headlights.
is ridden and the load it carries. The telltale light shows. z
Operating auxiliary
headlights If this warning symbol ap-
R-hand traffic: for pears it tells you that the
with LED auxiliary headlights OE on-board system voltage is low.
countries in which the traffic
drives on the right-hand side of If applicable, the auxiliary head-
the road. lights might have been temporar-
L-hand traffic: for ily switched off.
countries in which the traffic Press button 1 again to switch
drives on the left-hand side of off the auxiliary headlights.
the road.
Select the appropriate setting.
 Operating ground lighting with central locking OE
4 with ground lighting OA If the function is switched off
as described above, the ground
52 Switch on the ignition. lighting switches on nonethe-
Call up the Settings less when you unlock the cent-
menu and select Vehicle - ral locking system.
Ground light.
Turn indicators
Operation

Operating flashing turn

indicators Push button 1 to the left to
switch on the left flashing turn
Switch on the ignition.
z indicators.
The turn indicators are can- Push button 1 to the right to
celled automatically after switch on the right flashing turn
you have ridden for approxim- indicators.
ately 10 seconds and covered a Centre button 1 to cancel the
distance of about 300 m. flashing turn indicators.

Hazard warning
On: Ground lighting comes
on for a brief period after the
flashers
ignition is switched off. Operating hazard warning
Off: Ground lighting does not flashers
come on after the ignition is Switch on the ignition.
switched off.
 The hazard warning flash- Emergency off switch
ers place a strain on the (kill switch) 4
battery. Do not use the hazard
warning flashers for longer than 53
absolutely necessary.

Operation
a Engine switched off
b Normal operating position
(run) z
1 Emergency off switch (kill
switch)
Grip heating
Press button 1 to switch on Operating the kill switch Operating grip heating
the hazard warning flashers. when riding can cause Start the engine.
Ignition can be switched off. the rear wheel to lock and thus
Grip heating can be activ-
Press button 1 again to switch cause a fall.
ated only when the engine
off the hazard warning flashers. Do not operate the kill switch is running.
when riding.
Call up the Handle heat.
The emergency off switch is a menu.
kill switch for switching off the
engine quickly and easily.
 Seat heating can be activ-
4 ated only when the engine
is running.
54
Call up the Seat heating
Operation menu.

The grips have five-stage heat- Symbol 1 appears on the display,

ing. Stage five is for heating the indicating that the handlebar grip
z grips quickly: it is advisable to heating is ON.
switch back to a lower stage as
soon as the grips are warm. If this warning symbol ap-
Select the heating stage you pears it tells you that the
want. on-board system voltage is low. The front seat has five-stage
If applicable, the handlebar grip heating. Stage five is for heating
heating might have been tempor- the seat quickly: it is advisable to
arily switched off. switch back to a lower stage as
soon as the seat is warm.
Seat heating Select the heating stage you
Front-seat heating want.
Start the engine.
 switch back to stage one as soon
as the seat is warm. 4
2 Switch centred: Heating off. 55
3 One-dot section of switch
pressed: 50 % heating power.
4 Two-dot section of switch
pressed: 100 % heating

Operation
power.
Symbol 1 appears on the display, Set switch 1 to the desired
indicating that the seat heating is heating stage.
ON. z
If this warning symbol ap-
pears it tells you that the
on-board system voltage is low.
If applicable, the seat heating
might have been temporarily
switched off. Symbol 5 appears on the display,
indicating that the rear seat heat-
Rear seat heating ing is ON.
Start the engine.
The rear seat has two-stage
Seat heating can be activ- If this warning symbol ap-
heating. Stage two is for heating
ated only when the engine pears it tells you that the
the seat quickly: it is advisable to
is running. on-board system voltage is low.
If applicable, the seat heating
 might have been temporarily Ride mode
4 switched off.
Setting riding mode
56 Dynamic Traction Switch on the ignition.
Control DTC
with Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) OE
Operation

Switching DTC off and on

Switch on the ignition.
Call up the Settings menu Select Off (once) to
z and select DTC. switch DTC off once, in other
words until the ignition is next
This menu cannot be called
switched on.
up while the motorcycle is Press button 1.
The DTC warning light
on the move.
shows to indicate that DTC See the section entitled
has been switched off. "Engineering details"
Select On to switch on DTC. for more information on the
Alternatively: Switch the igni- various ride modes that can be
tion off and then on. selected.
DTC warning light goes
out; if self-diagnosis has not
completed the DTC warning light
starts flashing.
 Throttle twistgrip in fully closed Seat
position
Removing seat 4
Clutch pulled
57
Once the new riding mode has
been activated, the selection
display disappears.
The mode selected in this way
is retained with the engine-

Operation
characteristic and DTC adapt-
The current setting is shown at ation settings even after the
position 2; each time the button ignition has been switched off.
is pressed one of the possible z
riding modes is shown at posi- Use the ignition key to unlock
tion 3. seat lock 1 and lift the rear of
Repeatedly press the button the seat.
until the reading shows the rid-
ing mode you want.
With the motorcycle at a stand-
still, the mode you select is
activated after a brief delay.
The newly selected riding
mode is activated as you
ride only when the following
preconditions are satisfied:
Brake not applied
 Installing seat Lower the rear of the front seat
4 and engage the seat in the
latching mechanism.
58
Windscreen
Adjusting windscreen
Switch on the ignition.
Operation

When you pull away the wind-

screen automatically returns to
Disconnect plug 2 of the seat the position it was in before the
heating and remove the seat. Connect plug 2 of the seat ignition was switched off.
z Place the seat, upholstered heating.
side down, on a clean surface.

Press top section of button 1

Position the seat with to raise the windscreen.
mounts 3 in rubber buffers 4 Press bottom section of but-
on left and right. ton 1 to lower the windscreen.
 Switch off the ignition. slipstream deflector Cruise-control system
The windscreen automatically
Adjusting slipstream Switching on cruise
4
moves to the bottom limit posi-
tion. deflectors control 59
If the windscreen encounters
resistance before it reaches
its limit position the pressure-
sensitive finger guard system

Operation
goes active. The windscreen
is stopped and raised slightly.
After a delay of a few seconds
the windscreen again attempts
to move to the bottom limit z
position. Attempting to adjust the Slide switch 1 to the right.
There is no guarantee that the slipstream deflectors while Button 2 is operational.
pressure-sensitive finger guard the motorcycle is being ridden
system will function correctly if a can lead to accidents.
windscreen that does not have Do not attempt to adjust the slip-
BMW approval is installed. stream deflectors unless the mo-
Under these circumstances: torcycle is at a standstill.
Before switching off the igni-
tion always check that there is Turn slipstream deflector 1 in
nothing to obstruct movement or out to adjust the airflow for
of the windscreen. the rider. In this process, note
the outer limit stop.
 Saving road speed Accelerating Decelerating
4
60

Operation

Briefly push button 2 forward. Briefly push button 2 forward. Briefly push button 2 back.
z Cruise control can be set Speed is increased by approx. Speed is reduced by approx.
within a speed range from 1 km/h each time you push the 1 km/h each time you push the
30 km/h to 220 km/h. button. button.

Telltale light for cruise con- Push button 2 forward and Push button 2 back and hold it
trol shows. hold it in this position. in this position.
The motorcycle accelerates The motorcycle decelerates
The motorcycle maintains your
steplessly. steplessly.
current cruising speed and the
The current speed is main- The current speed is main-
setting is saved.
tained and saved if button 2 is tained and saved if button 2 is
not pushed again. not pushed again.
Deactivating cruise Opening the throttle does Stowage compartments
control not deactivate the cruise- 4
Brake, pull the clutch lever control system. If you release
the twistgrip the motorcycle will Using stowage 61
or turn the throttle twistgrip compartments
(close the throttle by turning decelerate only to the cruising
the twistgrip back past the speed saved in memory, even
idle position) to deactivate the though you might have intended
cruise-control system. slowing to a lower speed.

Operation
Telltale light for cruise-control Telltale light for cruise con-
goes out. trol shows.

Resuming former cruising Switching off cruise z

speed control

Use the ignition key to open or

close lock 1 of the left stowage
compartment or lock 2 of the
right stowage compartment.
To open the lid, push the un-
locked lock barrel down.
Temperatures inside the
stowage compartments can
Briefly push button 2 back to Slide switch 1 to the left. be high, particularly in summer,
return to the speed saved be- and it is important to remem-
The system is deactivated.
forehand. ber that high temperatures might
Button 2 is disabled.
damage objects stowed in the
 compartments. This applies in clutch lever unless the motor- The anti-hopping function
4 particular to electronic devices cycle is at a standstill. of the clutch can cause the
such as mobile phones and MP3 clutch lever to pulsate briefly in
62 players. some situations (e.g. variation of
Refer to the operating load).
instructions of your electronic
devices device for possible usage Brakes
restrictions. Adjusting handbrake lever
Operation

In summer, do not place heat- Changing the position of

sensitive objects in the stow- the brake-fluid reservoir can
age compartments. allow air to penetrate the brake
z Turn adjusting screw 1 system.
Clutch clockwise to increase the span Do not turn the handlebar fitting
Adjusting clutch lever between the clutch lever and on the handlebar.
Changing the position of the handlebar grip. Attempting to adjust the
the clutch-fluid reservoir Turn adjusting screw 1 handbrake lever while rid-
can allow air to penetrate the counter-clockwise to reduce ing the motorcycle can lead to
clutch system. the span between the clutch accidents.
Do not turn the handlebar fitting lever and the handlebar grip. Do not attempt to adjust the
on the handlebar. The adjusting screw is handbrake lever unless the mo-
easier to turn if you push torcycle is at a standstill.
Attempting to adjust the
the clutch lever forward.
clutch lever while riding the
motorcycle can lead to accidents.
Do not attempt to adjust the
 Shift mechanism
Adjusting shift lever
Eccentric, peg to shift
lever 4
63
8 Nm

Mirrors
Adjusting mirrors

Operation
Turn adjusting screw 1
clockwise to increase the span
between the brake lever and z
the handlebar grip. Slacken screw 1.
Turn adjusting screw 1 Turn peg 2 to the desired pos-
counter-clockwise to reduce ition.
the span between the brake You might experience dif-
lever and the handlebar grip. ficulties with gearshifts if
The adjusting screw is the peg is set either too high or Pivot the mirror to the correct
easier to turn if you push too low. Check the setting of the position by pressing gently at
the handbrake lever forward. peg if you experience gearshift the edge.
difficulties.
Tighten screw 1 to the spe-
cified tightening torque.
 Spring preload direction indicated by the HIGH
4 Setting
arrow.
If you want to reduce spring
64 It is essential to set spring pre- preload, turn the knob in the
load of the rear suspension to direction indicated by the LOW
suit the load carried by the mo- arrow.
torcycle. Increase spring preload
when the motorcycle is heavily Basic setting of spring
Operation

loaded and reduce spring preload preload, rear

accordingly when the motorcycle
is lightly loaded. Adjusting spring preload without Electronic Suspen-
while the motorcycle is be- sion Adjustment (ESA) OE
z Adjusting spring preload ing ridden can lead to accidents. Knob turned as far as it will
for rear wheel Do not attempt to adjust spring go in the direction indicated
Make sure the ground is level preload unless the motorcycle is by the LOW arrow (Full load
and firm and place the motor- at a standstill. of fuel, with rider 85 kg)
cycle on its stand. Pull knob 1 out for better ac- Push the knob back in to its
cessibility. original position.
Your motorcycle's hand-
ling will suffer if you do not Damping
match the spring-preload and Setting
damping-characteristic settings. Damping must be adapted to suit
Adjust the damping characteristic the surface on which the motor-
to suit spring preload. cycle is ridden and to suit spring
If you want to increase spring preload.
preload, turn the knob in the
 An uneven surface requires justing screw 1 in the direction Electronic Suspension
softer damping than a smooth indicated by the H arrow.
Adjustment ESA 4
surface. If you want a softer damping
An increase in spring preload characteristic, use the tool from with Electronic Suspension Ad- 65
requires firmer damping, a re- the on-board toolkit to turn ad- justment (ESA) OE
duction in spring preload re- justing screw 1 in the direction
indicated by the S arrow.
Settings
quires softer damping.
Electronic Suspension Adjust-

Operation
Adjusting damping for Basic setting of rear-sus- ment ESA provides a convenient
rear wheel pension damping charac- way of adapting the motorcycle
teristic to the load it carries and the sur-
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor- without Electronic Suspen- face over which you intend riding.
cycle on its stand. sion Adjustment (ESA) OE This entails selecting the load z
variant and the damping charac-
Turn the adjusting screw as teristic.
far as it will go in the direc- You have a choice of three load
tion indicated by the H arrow variants with any of three damp-
and then turn it back one ing characteristics selectable for
and a half turns in the direc- each one.
tion indicated by the S arrow
(Full load of fuel, with rider
85 kg)

If you want a harder damping

characteristic, use the tool from
the on-board toolkit to turn ad-
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66

Operation

The current setting appears in The possible settings for the The possible settings for vehicle
display field 1. damping characteristic appear load appear on the display.
z on the display.
The detailed description of the One-up
ESA II Electronic Suspension Comfort: comfort mode
Adjustment system is on page Normal: normal mode One-up with luggage
( 94). Sport: sport mode
Select the damping charac-
Adjusting suspension teristic you want or move the Two-up (with luggage)
Start the engine. cursor down to set the vehicle
You can adjust the damp- load. Select the vehicle load variant
ing characteristic while the The load cannot be set you want.
motorcycle is on the move. while the motorcycle is in The suspension adjusts to suit
Call up the ESA menu. motion. the new setting and the ESA
reading changes accordingly.
The symbols for vehicle load
and damping characteristic are
 greyed while adjustment is in These locks cannot The two stowage compart-
progress. subsequently be unlocked ments in the side panels, the 4
manually. cases and the topcase are un-
Central locking The locked symbol appears locked. 67

with central locking OE on the display. Once a lock has been locked
manually it subsequently has to
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Locking be unlocked manually as well.
The functions of the remote with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE

Operation
control for the anti-theft alarm
The functions of the remote
are described in the corres-
control for the anti-theft alarm
ponding section.
are described in the corres-
Unlocking ponding section.
with ground lighting OA
z
The ground lighting is switched
on for a brief period.

Emergency unlocking
Switch on the ignition and
If the central locking system re-
press button 3.
fuses to unlock, you can open
Alternatively: Press button 1
the cases, topcase and stowage
on the remote control.
compartments manually. The
The two stowage compart-
procedure is as follows:
ments in the side panels, the Switch on the ignition and Remove the cases ( 103).
cases and the topcase are press button 3. Open the cases ( 102).
locked. Alternatively: Press button 2
on the remote control.
 Switch on the ignition.
4
68

Operation

First turn the key in the top- Turn the key in the stowage-
case lock 45° past the LOCK compartment lock 45° out past
position, then turn it to the dot the vertical position and press Press button 2 on the remote
z control three times.
position and press in the lock in the lock barrel.
barrel. The stowage-compartment lid One acoustic signal sounds.
The release lever pops open. pops open. Within ten seconds, switch off
the ignition.
Logon of remote controls Press button 2 on the remote
If a remote control has been mis- control three times.
laid and a replacement acquired One acoustic signal sounds.
or if you are going to use an ad- Within ten seconds, switch on
ditional remote control, you must the ignition.
invariably log on all the remote You can now proceed to log on
controls in the set. all the remote controls.
Enable logon of the remote
controls as follows:
Step through the following pro- To complete logon: Switch on the ignition.
cedure with each remote con- Switch off the ignition. 4
trol in turn: Three acoustic signals sound. 69
Logon is also ended when
four remote controls have been
logged on.
if you have logged on the first
remote control and then do not

Operation
press a button within approxim-
ately 30 seconds.

Synchronising remote Press and hold down buttons 1

controls and 2 until LED 3 stops flash-
z
Press and hold down buttons 1 If the central locking system ing.
and 2 until LED 3 stops flash- stops responding to the signals LED 3 flashes for about ten
ing. from a remote control, the unit in seconds.
LED 3 flashes for about ten question has to be synchronised. Release buttons 1 and 2.
seconds. This can happen, for example, if LED 3 lights up.
Release buttons 1 and 2. the buttons on the remote con- Press button 1 or button 2.
LED 3 lights up. trol were pressed too frequently LED 3 goes out.
Press button 1 or button 2. while the remote control was out
One acoustic signal sounds, of range of the anti-theft alarm.
LED 3 goes out. The procedure for synchron-
ising the remote controls is as
follows:
 Replacing battery of Using a battery of the
4 remote control wrong type or inserting the
If you press a button on the re- battery with the polarity reversed
70 can cause irreparable damage to
mote control and the LED does
not show or lights up only briefly: the device.
Replace the battery of the re- Use a battery compliant with
mote control. the manufacturer's specifica-
tions. When inserting the bat-
Operation

tery, always make sure polarity is

correct. Press button 1 twice.
Insert the new battery with the LED 3 flashes for a few
z positive terminal up. seconds.
The remote control is again
Battery type and rated
ready for use.
voltage

CR 1632 lithium Anti-theft alarm (DWA)

3V Activation without remote
Open lid of battery compart-
The LED on the remote control control
ment 1.
lights up; the remote control with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Dispose of the old battery in
has to be synchronised.
accordance with all applicable If applicable, switch on auto-
laws and regulations; do not matic activation of the anti-theft
attempt to dispose of batteries alarm after ignition OFF.
as domestic waste. Customise the anti-theft alarm
settings ( 73).
Switch off the ignition. Activation with remote
Activation takes approximately control 4
30 seconds to complete. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE 71
Turn indicators flash twice. with central locking OE
Confirmation tone sounds
twice (if programmed). Switch off the ignition.
Anti-theft alarm is active.
To deactivate the motion

Operation
sensor (for example if you
are about to transport the
motorcycle on a train and Select Off (once) to
the swaying movement switch off the motion sensor
of the moving train could
z
this once.
trip the alarm), call up the Switch off the ignition.
Settings menu before Activation takes 30 seconds to
switching off the ignition. complete.
Select Vehicle - Turn indicators flash three Press button 1 on the remote
Alarm syst. - Sensor. times. control twice.
Confirmation tone sounds three See also the other func-
times (if programmed). tions of the remote control
The anti-theft alarm is active, for the central locking system.
the motion sensor is deactiv-
Activation takes approximately
ated.
30 seconds to complete.
Turn indicators flash twice.
 Confirmation tone sounds Motion sensor is deactivated. An alarm lasts for approximately
4 twice (if programmed).
Alarm
26 seconds. While an alarm is in
Anti-theft alarm is active. progress an alarm tone sounds
72 with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE and the turn indicators flash. You
can program the type of alarm
An alarm can be triggered by
tone.
the motion sensor
an attempt to use an unau- with central locking OE
Operation

thorised key to switch on the

ignition
disconnection of the anti-theft
alarm from the motorcycle's
z battery (internal battery in the
anti-theft alarm provides power
To deactivate the motion
- alarm tone only, the turn in-
sensor (for example if you
dicators do not flash)
are about to transport the
motorcycle on a train and the All functions are sustained even if
swaying movement of the the internal battery of the anti- You can cancel an alarm at any
moving train could trip the theft alarm system is flat; the time without deactivating the
alarm), press button 1 on the only difference is that an alarm anti-theft alarm by pressing but-
remote control again during the cannot be triggered if the system ton 2 on the remote control.
activation phase. is disconnected from the motor-
Turn indicators flash three If an alarm was triggered while
cycle's battery.
times. the motorcycle was unattended,
Confirmation tone sounds three the rider is notified accordingly
times (if programmed). by an alarm tone sounding once
when the ignition is switched on. Deactivation with remote the "activation after ignition off"
The anti-theft alarm telltale light control parameter is set. 4
then signals the reason for the with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE Turn indicators flash once. 73
alarm for one minute.
with central locking OE Confirmation tone sounds once
The meanings of the flash codes
(if programmed).
are as follows:
Anti-theft alarm is deactivated.
Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1
Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2 Customising anti-theft

Operation
Flashes 3x: Ignition switched alarm settings
on with unauthorized key
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Flashes 4x: Disconnect of the
anti-theft alarm from the mo- Call up the Settings
torcycle's battery
z
menu and select Vehicle -
Flashes 5x: Motion sensor 3 Alarm syst..
Press button 2 on the remote
Deactivation without
control once.
remote control
See also the other func-
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
tions of the remote control
Kill switch in operating position for the central locking system.
(run). If you use the remote con-
Switch on the ignition. trol to deactivate the alarm
Turn indicators flash once. function and do not follow up
Confirmation tone sounds once by switching on the ignition, the
(if programmed). alarm function is automatically The following settings are avail-
Anti-theft alarm is deactivated. reactivated after 30 seconds if able:
 Automatic - On: Anti- Tyres If tyre pressure is too low:
4 theft alarm is activated auto-
Checking tyre pressure Correct tyre pressure.
matically when the ignition is
74 switched off. Incorrect tyre pressures im-
Automatic - Off: Anti- pair the motorcycle's hand-
theft alarm has to be activated ling characteristics and increase
with the remote control when the rate of tyre wear.
the ignition is switched off. Always check that the tyre pres-
Operation

Alarm tone: Type of alarm sures are correct.

tone. Make sure the ground is level
Operat. tone - On: and firm and place the motor-
Turn indicators flash and one cycle on its stand.
z tone sounds as confirmation Check tyre pressures against
when the alarm is switched on the data below.
or off.
Operat. tone - Off: Tyre pressure, front
Turn indicators flash as only
confirmation when anti-theft
alarm is switched on or off. 2.9 bar (Tyre cold)
Use the multi-controller to se- Tyre pressure, rear
lect your preferred settings.

2.9 bar (Tyre cold)

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Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
5
75
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 z
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Securing motorcycle for transporta-
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
 Safety instructions Set spring preload, damping Settings of the spring-strut and
5 Rider's equipment
characteristic and tyre pres- shock-absorber system
sures to suit total weight. Imbalanced load
76 Do not ride without the correct Make sure that the weight is Loose clothing
clothing. Always wear: uniformly distributed between Insufficient tyre pressure
Helmet right and left. Poor tyre tread
Motorcycling jacket and Pack heavy items at the bot- Etc.
trousers tom and toward the inboard
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Gloves side. Risk of poisoning

Boots Note the maximum permissible Exhaust fumes contain carbon
z payload and the speed limit monoxide, which is colourless
This applies even to short jour-
for riding with cases fitted, as and odourless but highly toxic.
neys, and to every season of
stated on the label inside the
the year. Your authorised BMW Inhaling the exhaust fumes
case.
Motorrad dealer will be glad to therefore represents a
Note the maximum permissible health hazard and can even
advise you on the correct cloth-
payload and the speed limit for cause loss of consciousness with
ing for every purpose.
riding with topcase fitted, as fatal consequences.
Correct loading stated on the label inside the
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
topcase.
Overloading and imbal- Do not run the engine in an en-
anced loads can adversely Speed closed space.
affect the motorcycle's handling. If you ride at high speed, always
Do not exceed the permissible bear in mind that various bound-
gross weight and be sure to ary conditions can adversely af-
comply with the instructions on fect the handling of your motor-
loading. cycle:
Risk of burn injury Use only unleaded fuel. damages to the components in
Engine and exhaust system Comply with all specified main- question and lead to failure of 5
tenance intervals. safety-relevant functions. Dam-
become very hot when the 77
age caused in this way is not
motorcycle is in use. There is a Unburned fuel will destroy covered by the warranty.
risk of burn injuries by contact the catalytic converter.
with hot surfaces, particularly at Do not tamper with the motor-
Note the points listed for protec- cycle in any way that could result
the silencer. tion of the catalytic converter. in tuned performance.

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When you park the motorcycle
make sure that no-one comes Risk of overheating
into contact with the engine and
Checklist
exhaust system. Cooling would be Use the following checklist to
z
inadequate if the engine check important functions, set-
Catalytic converter were allowed to idle for a lengthy tings and wear limits before you
period with the motorcycle at ride off.
If misfiring causes unburned fuel
a standstill: overheating would Brakes
to enter the catalytic converter,
result. In extreme cases, the
there is a danger of overheating Brake-fluid levels, front and rear
motorcycle could catch fire.
and damage. Clutch
Do not allow the engine to idle
For this reason, observe the fol- Clutch fluid level
unnecessarily. Ride away imme-
lowing points: Shock absorber setting and
diately after starting the engine.
Do not run the fuel tank dry. spring preload
Do not attempt to start or run Manipulation Tyre-tread depth and tyre
the engine with a spark-plug pressures
cap disconnected. Tampering with motor- Cases correctly installed and
cycle settings (e.g. elec- luggage secured
Stop the engine immediately if
tronic engine management unit,
it misfires.
throttle valves, clutch) can cause At regular intervals:
 Engine oil level (every refuelling Select neutral or, if a gear is Consult the troubleshooting
5 stop) engaged, pull the clutch lever. chart below if the engine re-
Brake-pad wear (every third When starting a cold engine fuses to start. ( 140)
78 refuelling stop) at low ambient temperatures:
disengage the clutch and turn Pre-ride check
Starting the twistgrip slightly to open The instrument panel runs a test
the throttle. of the 'General' warning light
Side stand when the ignition is switched on:
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You cannot start the motorcycle this is the "Pre-Ride-Check. The

with the side stand extended and test is aborted if you start the
z a gear engaged. The engine will engine before it completes.
switch itself off if you start it with
the gearbox in neutral and then Phase 1
engage a gear before retracting General warning light shows
the side stand. red.

Starting engine CHECK! appears on the dis-

Switch on the ignition. play.
Press starter button 1.
Pre-ride check is performed. Phase 2
( 78) The start attempt is auto-
General warning light shows
ABS self-diagnosis is matically interrupted if bat-
yellow.
performed. ( 79) tery voltage is too low. Recharge
with Dynamic Traction Control the battery before you start the CHECK! appears on the dis-
(DTC) OE engine, or use jump leads and a play.
DTC self-diagnosis is per- donor battery to start.
formed. ( 79) The engine starts.
 The SET light lights up. Phase 1 You can continue to ride. Bear
Test of the diagnosis-compat- in mind that neither the ABS 5
ible system components with function nor the integral brak-
If the 'General' warning light does ing function is available. 79
the motorcycle at a standstill.
not show: ABS warning light flashes. Have the fault rectified as
Some malfunctions cannot quickly as possible by a
be indicated if the 'Gener- specialist workshop, preferably
al' warning light cannot be dis- Phase 2 an authorised BMW Motorrad

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played. Test of the wheel sensors as dealer.
Check that the 'General' warning the motorcycle pulls away from
light comes on, and that it shows rest. The motorcycle must
DTC self-diagnosis z
red and yellow. reach a speed of at least 5 km/ with Dynamic Traction Control
h in order for ABS self-dia- (DTC) OE
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a gnosis to complete.
BMW Motorrad DTC performs
specialist workshop, preferably ABS warning light flashes. self-diagnosis to ensure its op-
an authorised BMW Motorrad erability. Self-diagnosis is per-
dealer. formed automatically when you
ABS self-diagnosis
switch on the ignition.
ABS self-diagnosis completed
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- The ABS warning light goes Phase 1
forms self-diagnosis to ensure its out. Test of the diagnosis-compat-
operability. Self-diagnosis is per- ible system components with
If an indicator showing an ABS
formed automatically when you the motorcycle at a standstill.
fault appears when ABS self-dia-
switch on the ignition.
gnosis completes:
 DTC warning light slow- Have the fault rectified as
5 flashes. quickly as possible by a
Running-in speed
specialist workshop, preferably
80 Phase 2 an authorised BMW Motorrad <5000 min-1 (Odometer
Test of the diagnosis-compat- dealer. reading 0...300 km)
ible system components while
Running in <6000 min-1 (Odometer
the motorcycle is on the move.
reading 300...1000 km)
The engine must be running The first 1000 km
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and the motorcycle must reach no full throttle (Odometer

While running in the motor- reading 0...1000 km)
a speed of at least 5 km/h in
z cycle, vary the throttle opening
order for DTC self-diagnosis to Do not omit the first inspection
and engine-speed range fre-
complete. after 500 - 1200 km.
quently; avoid riding at constant
DTC warning light slow-
engine rpm for prolonged peri- Brake pads
flashes.
ods.
New brake pads have to bed
DTC self-diagnosis Try to do most of your rid-
down before they can achieve
completed ing during this initial period on
their optimum friction levels. You
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-
The DTC symbol no longer can compensate for this initial re-
ing high-speed main roads and
shows. duction in braking efficiency by
highways if possible.
exerting greater pressure on the
If an indicator showing a DTC Comply with the rpm limits for levers.
fault appears after DTC self-dia- running in.
New brake pads can ex-
gnosis completes:
tend stopping distance by a
You can continue to ride. Bear
significant margin.
in mind that the DTC function
Apply the brakes in good time.
is not available.
Tyres braking force can be transmitted Descending mountain
New tyres have a smooth sur- without the wheel locking. passes 5
face. This must be roughened by To optimise stopping distance,
There is a danger of the 81
riding in a restrained manner at apply the front brakes rapidly and
brakes fading if you use
various heel angles until the tyres keep on increasing the force you
only the rear brakes when des-
are run in. This running in pro- apply to the brake lever. This
cending mountain passes. Under
cedure is essential if the tyres are makes the best possible use
extreme conditions, the brakes
to achieve maximum grip. of the dynamic increase in load

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could overheat and suffer severe
at the front wheel. Remember
Tyres do not have their full damage.
to pull the clutch at the same
grip when new and there With the BMW integrated z
time. In the "panic braking situ-
is a risk of accidents at extreme brake system, the rear brake is
ations" that are trained so fre-
angles of heel. activated when the handbrake
quently braking force is applied
Avoid extreme angles of heel. lever is pressed. This protects
as rapidly as possible and with
against overheating.Only use the
the rider's full force applied to
Brakes the brake levers; under these cir-
front brake and utilise engine
braking.
How can stopping cumstances the dynamic shift
distance be minimised? in load distribution cannot keep
Wet and dirty brakes
Each time the brakes are applied, pace with the increase in de-
celeration and the tyres cannot Wetness and dirt on the brake
a load distribution shift takes discs and the brake pads dimin-
place with the load shifting for- transmit the full braking force to
the surface of the road. ABS has ish braking efficiency.
ward from the rear to the front Delayed braking action or poor
wheel. The sharper the motor- to intervene to keep the front
wheel from locking; this increases braking efficiency must be
cycle decelerates, the more load reckoned with in the following
is shifted to the front wheel. The stopping distance.
situations:
higher the wheel load, the more
 Riding in the rain or through Parking your On a gradient, the motorcycle
5 puddles of water. motorcycle should always face uphill; se-
After the motorcycle has been lect 1st gear.
82 washed. Side stand
Riding on salted or gritted Switch off the engine. Centre stand
roads. If the ground is soft or un- Switch off the engine.
After work has been carried on even, there is no guaran- If the ground is soft or un-
the brakes, due to traces of oil tee that the motorcycle will rest even, there is no guaran-
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or grease. firmly on the stand. tee that the motorcycle will rest
Riding on dirt-covered surfaces Always check that the ground firmly on the stand.
z or off-road. under the stand is level and Always check that the ground
firm. under the stand is level and
Wetness and dirt result in
firm.
poor braking efficiency. Extend the side stand and
Apply the brakes lightly while prop the motorcycle on the Excessive movements
riding to remove wetness and stand. could cause the centre
dirt, or dismount and clean the The side stand is designed stand to retract, and the
brakes. to support only the weight motorcycle would topple in
Think ahead and brake in good of the motorcycle. consequence.
time until full braking efficiency is Do not lean or sit on the Do not lean or sit on the mo-
restored. motorcycle with the side stand torcycle with the centre stand
extended. extended.

If the camber of the roadway Extend the centre stand and

permits, turn the handlebars all lift the motorcycle onto the
the way to the left. stand.
Refuelling onto the road surface. This could
Fuel is highly flammable. A
cause a fall. 5
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
naked flame close to the 83
fuel tank can cause a fire or ex- Leaded fuel will destroy the
plosion. catalytic converter.
Do not smoke. Never bring a Use only unleaded fuel.
naked flame near the fuel tank. Refuel with fuel of the grade

Riding
Fuel attacks plastics, which stated below; do not fill the
become dull or unsightly. tank past the bottom edge of
Use the ignition key to unlock
Wipe off plastic parts immediately the fuel filler cap and pop the
the filler neck. z
if they come into contact with cap open. When refuelling after run-
fuel. ning on reserve, make sure
Make sure the ground is level that you top up the tank to a
and firm and place the motor- level above reserve, as other-
cycle on its stand. wise the sensor will not be able
Open the protective cap. to register the new level. If the
sensor cannot register the new
level neither the fuel-level read-
ing nor the range readout can be
updated.

Fuel expands when hot.

Fuel escaping from an
overfilled tank could make its way
 motorcycle are adequately pro-
5 Recommended fuel
grade
tected against scratching. Use
adhesive tape or soft cloths, for
84 example, for this purpose.
Super unleaded
95 ROZ/RON
89 AKI

Usable fuel capacity

Riding

The ball joint and the brake

z approx. 26.5 l
lines can suffer damage.
Reserve fuel Take care not to damage
components.

The motorcycle can topple Pass the straps on left and

approx. 4 l
and fall on its side. right through the suspension
Press the fuel tank cap down and strap the motorcycle down.
firmly to close. Make sure that the motorcycle
cannot topple sideways.
Remove the key and close the
protective cap. Push the motorcycle onto the
transportation flat and hold it in
Securing motorcycle position: do not place it on the
for transportation side stand or centre stand.
Make sure that all components
that might come into contact
with straps used to secure the
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At the rear, secure the straps
to the rear frame on both sides
z
and tighten the straps.
Do not pull the straps over the
footrests.
Uniformly tighten all the straps.
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Engineering details
Ride mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
6
87
Brake system with BMW Motorrad
Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Electronic engine management with
BMW Motorrad DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

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Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 93
Electronic Suspension Adjustment
ESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

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 Ride mode same time, the level of rider as- ROAD
6 Selection
sistance that the DTC system The engine's full power is
offers decreases accordingly. available in this mode. Power
88 Three riding modes enable the Consequently, you must always increase when you open the
motorcycle's characteristics to bear the following in mind with throttle is more direct than in
adapt to the prevailing weather regard to your selection of a ride RAIN mode, the engine responds
conditions, the road and traffic, mode: the sportier the setting, more rapidly.
and the rider's style of riding: the greater the challenge to your DTC system intervention is later
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RAIN riding skill. than in RAIN mode. On road

ROAD surfaces with high to medium
DYNAMIC RAIN grip (dry and wet asphalt to dry
The engine's full power is not cobblestones) the motorcycle re-
Each of these modes produces made available. Power increase mains stable. Slight rear-wheel
perceptible differences in the when you open the throttle is drift is perceptible. Movements
way the motorcycle behaves. reserved, engine response is cor- of the tail are clearly perceptible
DTC can be switched off in each respondingly soft. on slippery road surfaces (wet
mode; the explanations below in- The DTC system intervenes early bitumen or wet cobblestones).
z variably refer to conditions with enough to prevent the rear wheel
the system switched ON. The from spinning. On road surfaces DYNAMIC
mode last selected is automatic- with high to medium grip (dry The DYNAMIC mode is the spor-
ally reactivated after the ignition and wet asphalt to dry cobble- tiest mode.
has been switched off and then stones) the motorcycle remains Power increase and engine re-
on again. very stable; movements of the sponse are the same as in ROAD
The basic rule is: the sportier tail are clearly perceptible only on mode. Response to rider input,
the mode you select, the more slippery road surfaces (wet bitu- however, is considerably more
directly can you tap into the en- men or wet cobblestones). direct.
gine's reserves of power. At the
DTC system intervention is even The desired ride mode is initially rear brakes to suit the load on
later, which means that even on preselected. The mode change the motorcycle. 6
dry asphalt drifting is possible does not take place until the sys- The integral braking func-
under sharp acceleration when 89
tems in question are all in the tion makes it very difficult
cornering. appropriate state. to spin the rear wheel by opening
The selection menu does not the throttle with the front brake
Mode changes disappear from the display un- applied to keep the motorcycle
A mode change involving func- til the mode change has taken stationary (burn-out). Attempted

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tions in the engine management place. burn-outs can result in damage
system and the DTC system is to the rear brake and the clutch.
possible only when drive torque Brake system with Do not attempt burn-outs.
is not applied to the rear wheel.
BMW Motorrad Integral
In order to achieve this state, How does ABS work?
the motorcycle must be at ABS
The amount of braking force that
a standstill with the ignition Partially integral brakes can be transferred to the road
switched on, Your motorcycle is equipped with depends on factors hat include
partially integral brakes. Both the coefficient of friction of the z
or
front and rear brakes are applied road surface. Loose stones, ice
the throttle twistgrip must be in
when you pull the handbrake and snow or a wet road all have
the fully closed position,
lever. The footbrake lever acts much lower coefficients of fric-
the clutch lever must be pulled
only on the rear brake. tion than a clean, dry asphalt sur-
and the clutch disengaged.
While the brakes are slowing the face. The lower the coefficient
motorcycle, the BMW Motorrad of friction, the longer the braking
Integral ABS adapts braking-force distance.
distribution between front and If the rider increases braking
pressure to the extent that brak-
 ing force exceeds the maximum wheels regain contact with the built up at the rear wheel by
6 transferrable limit, the wheels road surface. At this instant the the integral function. If the
start to lock and the motorcycle BMW Motorrad Integral ABS brake pedal is depressed after
90 loses its directional stability; a fall must assume an extremely low the handbrake lever is pulled,
is imminent. Before this situation coefficient of friction, so that the the brake pressure built up
can occur, ABS intervenes and wheels will continue to rotate un- beforehand is perceptible as
adapts braking pressure to the der all imaginable circumstances, counter-pressure sooner than is
maximum transferrable braking because this is the precondition the case when the brake pedal is
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force, so the wheels continue for ensuring directional stability. depressed either before or at the
to turn and directional stability As soon as is registers the ac- same time as the brake lever is
is maintained irrespective of the tual circumstances, the system pulled.
condition of the road surface. reacts instantly and adjusts brak-
ing force accordingly to achieve Rear wheel lift
What are the effects of optimum braking. Even under severe braking, a
surface irregularities? high level of tyre grip can mean
Humps and surface irregular- What feedback does the that the front wheel does not
ities can cause the wheels to rider receive from the lock up until very late, if at all.
z lose contact temporarily with the BMW Motorrad Integral Consequently, ABS does not in-
road surface; if this happens the ABS? tervene until very late, if at all.
braking force that can be trans- If the ABS system has to reduce Under these circumstances the
mitted to the road can drop to braking force on account of the rear wheel can lift off the ground,
zero. If the brakes are applied circumstances described above, and the outcome can be a high-
under these circumstances the vibration is perceptible through siding situation in which the mo-
ABS has to reduce braking force the handbrake lever. torcycle can flip over.
to ensure that directional sta- When the handbrake lever is
bility is maintained when the pulled, brake pressure is also
 Severe braking can cause the system registers implaus- can reactivate the ABS function
the rear wheel to lift off the ible values for a lengthy period by switching the ignition off and 6
ground. the ABS function is deactivated on again.
When you brake, bear in mind for safety reasons and an ABS 91
that ABS control cannot be relied fault message is issued. Self-dia- What significance
on in all circumstances to prevent gnosis has to complete before devolves on regular
the rear wheel from lifting clear of fault messages can be issued. maintenance?
the ground. In addition to problems with the Invariably, a technical sys-

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BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, tem cannot perform beyond
What is the design exceptional riding conditions can the abilities dictated by its level
baseline for BMW lead to a fault message being of maintenance.
Motorrad Integral ABS? issued. In order to ensure that the BMW
Within the limits imposed by Exceptional riding Motorrad Integral ABS is always
physics, the BMW Motorrad In- conditions: maintained in optimum condition,
tegral ABS ensures directional Heating up with the motorcycle it is essential for you to comply
stability on any surface. The sys- on the centre stand or an auxil- strictly with the specified inspec-
tem is not optimised for special iary stand, engine idling or with tion intervals. z
requirements that apply under a gear engaged.
extreme competitive situations Rear wheel locked by the en- Reserves for safety
off-road or on the track. gine brake for a lengthy period, The potentially shorter braking
for example while descending distances which BMW Motorrad
Special situations on a loose surface. Integral ABS permits must not be
The speeds of the front and rear used as an excuse for careless
wheels are compared as one If a fault message is issued on
riding. ABS is primarily a means
means of detecting a wheel's account of exceptional riding
of ensuring a safety margin in
incipient tendency to lock. If conditions as outlined above, you
genuine emergencies.
 Take care when cornering. When Even DTC is constrained under extreme competitive situ-
6 you apply the brakes on a corner, by the laws of physics. In- ations off-road or on the track.
the motorcycle's weight and variably, the rider bears respons- You have the option of deactiv-
92 momentum take over and even ibility for assessing road and ating the BMW Motorrad DTC
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is traffic conditions and adopting his system for these circumstances.
unable to counteract their effects. or her style of riding accordingly. Even DTC is constrained
Do not take risks that would neg- by the laws of physics. In-
Electronic engine ate the additional safety offered variably, the rider bears respons-
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management with BMW by this system. ibility for assessing road and
Motorrad DTC What is the design
traffic conditions and adopting his
or her style of riding accordingly.
with Dynamic Traction Control baseline for BMW Do not take risks that would neg-
(DTC) OE Motorrad DTC? ate the additional safety offered
How does DTC work? BMW Motorrad DTC is designed by this system.
as an assistant system for the
The BMW Motorrad DTC com-
rider and for use on public roads. Special situations
pares the speed of rotation of the
z The extent to which the rider af- In accordance with the laws of
front wheel and the rear wheel.
fects DTC control can be consid- physics, the ability to accelerate
The differential is used to com-
erable (weight shifts when cor- is restricted more and more as
pute slip as a measure of the
nering, items of luggage loose on the angle of heel increases. Con-
reserves of stability available at
the motorcycle), especially when sequently, there can be a per-
the rear wheel. If slip exceeds a
style of riding takes rider and ma- ceptible reduction in acceleration
certain limit the electronic engine
chine close to the limits imposed out of very tight bends.
management system intervenes,
by physics.
adapting engine torque accord-
ingly. The system is not optimised for
special requirements that apply
The speeds of the front and rear Rear wheel rotating with the able to control a situation of this
wheels are compared and the motorcycle held stationary by nature. 6
angle of heel taken into account applying the front brake (burn-
out). Tyre pressure 93
as one means of detecting the
rear wheel's incipient tendency to Heating up with the motorcycle monitoring RDC
spin or slip sideways. If the elec- on an auxiliary stand, in neutral
with tyre pressure monitoring
tronic processor receives values or with a gear engaged.
(RDC) OE
that it considers implausible over

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a lengthy period, a dummy value If the front wheel lifts clear of the
Function
is used for the angle of heel or ground under severe accelera-
tion, the DTC reduces engine A sensor integrated into each
the DTC function is switched off.
torque until the front wheel re- tyre measures the air temperat-
Under these circumstances the
gains contact with the ground. ure and the air pressure inside
indicator for a DTC fault shows.
Under these circumstances, the tyre and transmits this in-
Self-diagnosis has to complete
BMW Motorrad recommends formation to the control unit.
before fault messages can be
rolling the throttle slightly closed Each sensor has a tripswitch
issued.
so as to restore stability with the that does not enable transmis-
The BMW Motorrad DTC can
least possible delay. sion of the measured values un- z
issue an error message under
til the motorcycle has acceler-
the exceptional riding conditions
When riding on a slippery sur- ated to about 30 km/h. The dis-
outlined below.
face, never snap the throttle play shows "--" for each tyre
Exceptional riding until the tyre-pressure signal is
conditions: twistgrip fully closed without
pulling the clutch at the same received for the first time. The
Riding for a lengthy period with time. Engine braking torque can sensors continue to transmit the
the front wheel lifted off the cause the rear wheel to skid, with measured-value signals for ap-
ground (wheelie) and DTC de- a corresponding loss of stability. proximately 15 minutes after the
activated. The BMW Motorrad DTC is un- motorcycle comes to a stop.
 An error message is issued if this nature is the temperature- the air line shows 2.5 bar. You
6 wheels without sensors are fitted dependent tyre pressure. In must now increase tyre pressure
to a motorcycle equipped with an most instances, therefore, these by the 0.2 bar difference
94 RDC control unit. gauge readings will not tally between the value in the table
with the pressures shown by and the RDC reading; when the
Temperature the multifunction display. The air-line gauge shows 2.7 bar,
compensation warmer the tyre, the higher the the tyre is inflated to the correct
Tyre pressure is a temperature- gauge reading by comparison pressure.
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sensitive variable: pressure in- with the reading shown on the

creases as tyre temperature rises display. Electronic Suspension
and decreases as tyre temper-
Pressure adaptation
Adjustment ESA II
ature drops. Tyre temperature
Compare the RDC readings with Electronic Suspension Ad-
depends on ambient temperat-
on the multifunction display justment (ESA) OE
ure, on the style of riding and the
duration of the ride. with the value in the table on
Suspension adjustments
The tyre-pressure readings the inside cover of the Rider's
Manual. Then use the air line to Depending on the load on the
shown by the multifunction
z display are temperature- compensate for the difference motorcycle, the appropriate load
between the RDC reading and status must first be selected
compensated; the reference tyre
the value in the table. when the motorcycle is station-
temperature for these readings
ary. The damping characterist-
is always 20 °C. The air lines
Example: According to the ics on both spring struts and the
available to the public in petrol
Rider's Manual, tyre pressure spring mount and the spring rate
stations and motorway service
should be 2.9 bar, but the on the rear spring strut are ad-
areas have gauges that do not
reading in the multifunction justed on the basis of the rid-
compensate for temperature; the
display is 2.7 bar, so pressure is ing mode that is then selected.
reading shown by a gauge of
low by 0.2 bar. The gauge on If the selected driving mode is
changed, the damping character- (Elastogran), the lateral expansion
istics on both spring struts and of which can be restricted 6
the spring rate on the rear spring electro-hydraulically using
strut are also adjusted. This al- a displaceable sleeve. The 95
lows the suspension to be very more the sleeve encloses the
accurately adapted to all riding plastic element, the more the
conditions, even when the motor- expansion of the plastic element
cycle is in motion. is restricted, causing the spring

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The combination of spring rate to increase. The maximum
mount, suspension and spring spring rate is achieved when the
rate ensure that the suspension sleeve completely encloses the
geometry is always perfectly plastic element and rests on the
adjusted. steel spring. By the same token,
The static normal position is the spring rate decreases when
almost maintained even while the sleeve allows the plastic
riding. element to expand further.
The different riding conditions
and load statuses are com-
z
pensated, so that the handling
of the motorcycle remains con-
stant.

It is possible to change the

spring rate electronically by
combining a conventional coil
spring and a plastic element
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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
7
97
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Navigation device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

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 General instructions BMW Motorrad cannot Power sockets
7 BMW Motorrad recommends
examine or test each
Notes on use of power sockets:
product of outside origin to
98 the use of parts and accessories
ensure that it can be used on automatic shutdown
for your motorcycle that are ap-
or in connection with BMW
proved by BMW for this purpose.
motorcycles without constituting If this warning symbol ap-
Genuine BMW parts and ac- a safety hazard. Country-specific
cessories and other products pears it tells you that the
official authorisation does not on-board system voltage is low.
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which BMW has approved can suffice as assurance. Tests

be obtained from your authorised The on-board sockets might be
conducted by these instances temporarily switched off.
BMW Motorrad dealer, together cannot make provision for all
with expert advice on their install- The on-board sockets are also
operating conditions experienced
ation and use. switched off when the engine
by BMW motorcycles and,
z These parts and products have is being cranked by the starter
consequently, they are not
been tested by BMW for safety, and If maximum load capability
sufficient in some circumstances.
function and suitability. BMW as stated in the technical data is
Use only parts and accessor-
accepts product liability for them. exceeded.
ies approved by BMW for your
Conversely, BMW is unable to If more than one socket is used,
motorcycle.
accept any liability whatsoever total current must not exceed the
for parts and accessories which it Whenever you are planning maximum load capability.
has not approved. modifications, comply with all the
Also bear in mind the informa- legal requirements. Make sure Operating electrical
tion on the effect of wheel size that the motorcycle does not accessories
on suspension-control systems infringe the national road-vehicle You can start using electrical ac-
( 118). construction and use regulations cessories connected to an on-
applicable in your country. board socket only when the ig-
nition is switched on. If you sub-
sequently switch off the ignition
the sockets are also switched off 7
if the power drain caused by their
electrical consumers is high. If 99
the power drain is low the sock-
ets remain operational for a cer-
tain period of time before being
switched off.

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Cable routing
Press button 1 to open the slot Operate latch 3 and remove
The cables from the power sock-
for the navigation device. cover 4.
ets to the auxiliary devices must
be routed in such a way that Slot cover pops open, wind-
screen moves to top limit posi-
they: z
tion.
Do not impede the rider
Pull slot cover up as far as it
Do not restrict the steering
will go.
angle or obstruct handling
From behind, push out cap 2.
Cannot be trapped

Navigation device
with navigation system OA
Initially insert the navigation
Installing navigation
device into mount 5,
device then press it into latching
Switch on the ignition. mechanism 6.
 Check that the navigation Pull slot cover up as far as it Press cover 7 to push the
7 device is secure in the cradle. will go. cradle into the slot until it
Press cover 7 to push cradle snaps into position.
100 with navigation device into the
slot until it snaps into position.

Removing navigation
device
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Switch on the ignition.

Operate latch 3, pull the nav-

z igation device forward out of Insert cap 2.
holder 6 and lift it up and out.
Operating navigation
device
If applicable, switch on the nav-
igation device.
Press button 1 to open the slot Call up the Navigation
for the navigation device. menu.
Slot cover pops open, wind-
screen moves to top limit posi-
tion.

Install cover 4.
 view zooms out from the map tions in the user guide for the
detail. Navigator. 7
Speak: The last naviga-
tion announcement is spoken Traffic channel (TMC) 101
again. The announcement is If the motorcycle is fitted with an
spoken again even if automatic audio system, the audio system
spoken announcement have sends the traffic announcements
been switched off in the set- to the Navigator. The symbol de-

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tings of the navigation system. scribed in the user guide for the
Mute: Automatic spoken an- Navigator appears on the display.
The options for using the naviga-
nouncements are toggled off It is not possible to receive traffic
tion device appear on the display.
and on. announcements from subscrip-
Page: You can page from Display Off: The dis- tion services via the BMW Motor-
view to view; the choices are play of the navigation device is rad audio system. z
main menu, map and on-board toggled off and on.
Select the function you want Reserve fuel level warning
computer.
and implement the function by The settings for the fuel gauge
Zoom +: Performs functions enable you to define a distance
marked with a plus sign + in pushing the multi-controller to
the right. that is covered per tankful of fuel.
the navigation system. In the
The motorcycle sends the fig-
map view, for instance, the
Special functions ure for residual range possible
view zooms in on the map de-
Integration of the BMW Motorrad with the fuel remaining in the fuel
tail.
Navigator IV into the K 1600 GT/ tank to the Navigator, so it is no
Zoom –: Performs functions longer necessary to enter this
marked with a minus sign - L series has produced a number
of deviations from the descrip- value.
in the navigation system. In
the map view, for instance, the
 Time and date Navigator is switched on by ig-
7 The Navigator sends time and nition ON while cradled in any of
date to the motorcycle. Accept- these vehicles.
102 If the Navigator is removed from
ance of these data for the read-
ings on the instrument panel has the vehicle while switched on, a
to be activated in the user set- security prompt asking for the
tings for the motorcycle. PIN to be entered is issued.
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Security settings Screen brightness

The BMW Motorrad Navigator Screen brightness is adjusted by
Turn the key to the in the case
IV can be secured against unau- the motorcycle while the unit is
lock to the position indicated
thorised use with a four-digit PIN cradled. There is no provision for
by the dot.
(Garmin Lock). If this function is manual input.
z activated, while the Navigator is
cradled on the motorcycle and Cases
the ignition is switched on you Opening cases
are prompted to add the mo-
with central locking OE
torcycle to the list of secured
vehicles. If you answer "Yes" at If applicable, open the central
this prompt the Navigator saves locking.
the VIN of this vehicle in its in-
ternal memory.
A maximum of five VINs can be
saved in this way. Push lock barrel 1 down.
Subsequently, the PIN does not Lever 2 pops up.
have to be entered when the
 Pull the release lever all the Removing cases The case is released and can
way up and open the lid of the be removed. 7
case.
Installing cases 103
Closing cases Pull the handle up as far as it
will go.

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Turn the key to the RELEASE
position in the case lock.
The handle pops out. z
Pull release lever 2 all the way
up.
Close the lid of the case and Seat the case in holders 4.
press it down. Check that
nothing is trapped between the
lid and the case.
Push release lever 2 down until
it engages.
Turn the key in the case lock
to the LOCK position and re-
Pull carry handle 3 up as far as
move the key from the lock.
it will go.
 Topcase Lever 2 pops up.
7 Opening topcase
Pull the release lever all the
way up and open the lid of the
104 topcase.
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Push handle 3 down until it

engages.
Turn the key in the case lock
to the LOCK position and re- Turn the key to the in the top-
z case lock to the position indic-
move the key from the lock.
ated by the dot.
Pull release lever 2 all the way
up.
Close the lid of the topcase
and hold it down. Check that
nothing is trapped between the
lid and the case.
Push release lever 2 down until
it engages.
Turn the key in the topcase
lock to the LOCK position and
Push lock barrel 1 forward. remove the key from the lock.
Removing topcase Place the seat, upholstered
side down, on a clean surface. 7
Switch off the ignition. 105

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Push slide latch 2 toward the
Use the ignition key to unlock outside and hold it in this posi-
seat lock 1 and lift the rear of tion.
the seat. Turn rotary latch 3 clockwise
z
as far as it will go.
Disconnect plug 1.
Release warning 4 is visible.
Work the topcase-end plug
Close the topcase ( 104).
through to the rear.
Open the topcase ( 104).
If applicable, empty the top-
case and lift out the bottom
mat.

Disconnect plug 2 of the seat

heating and remove the seat.
 while pressing down on the
7 back edge of the topcase.
Release warning 4 is no longer
106 visible.
If the release warning is still vis-
ible the topcase is not correctly
secured.
Do not attempt to set the mo-
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torcycle in motion. Make sure

Lift the topcase at the rear and Set the topcase on the lug- that the topcase is correctly
remove it from the luggage gage carrier. seated on the luggage carrier.
carrier. Open the topcase ( 104).
z Installing topcase
If applicable, empty the top-
case and lift out the bottom
mat.

Route the connecting cable

Turn rotary latch 3 counter- forward in cable guide 5.
clockwise as far as it will go,
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Work the cable into position at Position the seat with
positions 6. mounts 3 in rubber buffers 4
Connect plug 1. on left and right.
Lower the rear of the front seat
z
and engage the seat in the
latching mechanism.

Connect plug 2 of the seat

heating.
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Maintenance

Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
8
109
Standard toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Maintenance
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 z
Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
 General instructions Standard toolkit 3 Torx wrench, T25/T30
8 The Maintenance chapter de-
T25 on short end, T30 on
long end
110 scribes straightforward proced-
Replacing high-beam
ures for checking and replacing
headlight bulb ( 127).
certain wear parts.
Adjust the shift lever
Special tightening torques are lis-
( 63).
ted as applicable. The tightening
Removing number-plate
Maintenance

torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your motorcycle are listed carrier.
in the section entitled "Technical
data". Engine oil
1 Screwdriver handle
You will find information on more 2 Reversible screwdriver Checking engine oil level
extensive maintenance and repair blade
z work in the Repair Manual on The engine can seize if the
With star-head and Torx oil level is low, and this can
DVD for your motorcycle, which
T25 lead to accidents.
is available from your authorised
Adjust the damping for Always make sure that the oil
BMW Motorrad dealer.
rear wheel ( 65). level is correct.
Some of the work calls for spe- The oil level varies with
cial tools and a thorough know- the temperature of the
ledge of motorcycle technology. oil. The higher the temperature,
If you are in doubt consult a the higher the level of oil in the
specialist workshop, preferably sump. Checking the oil level with
your authorised BMW Motorrad the engine cold or after no more
dealer. than a short ride will lead to mis-
interpretation; this in turn, means
that the engine will be operated
with the incorrect quantity of oil. 8
In order to ensure that the en-
gine oil level is read correctly, 111
check the oil level only after a
lengthy trip.
Check that the engine is at op-

Maintenance
erating temperature, make sure
the ground is level and firm
and place the motorcycle on its Remove oil dipstick 1 and wipe
Engine oil, specified level
centre stand. it with a clean, dry cloth.
Allow the engine to idle until Seat the oil dipstick on the oil
the fan starts up, then allow it filler neck, but do not engage Between MIN and MAX
to idle one minute longer. the threads. marks
z
Switch off the engine and wait Remove the oil dipstick and
for about one minute to allow check the oil level. If the oil level is below the MIN
the oil to drain into the sump. mark:
Wipe the area around the oil Top up the engine oil ( 112).
filler neck clean.
If the oil level is above the MAX
mark:
Have the oil level corrected
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer.
 Install the oil dipstick. Top up the engine oil to the an authorised BMW Motorrad
8 Topping up engine oil
specified level. dealer.
Check the engine oil level
112 Make sure the ground is level ( 110). Checking front brake pad
and firm and place the motor- Install the oil dipstick. thickness
cycle on its stand. Make sure the ground is level
Wipe the area around the filler Brake system and firm and place the motor-
neck clean. cycle on its stand.
Maintenance

Checking operation of
brakes
Pull the handbrake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
z Press the footbrake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If pressure points are not clearly
perceptible:
Remove oil dipstick 1. Incorrect working practices Visually inspect the left and
Damage to the engine endanger the reliability of right brake pads to ascertain
can result if it is operated the brakes. their thickness. Viewing dir-
without enough oil, but the same Have all work on the brake sys- ection: between wheel and
also applies if the oil level is too tem undertaken by trained and front suspension toward brake
high. qualified specialists. pads 1.
Always make sure that the oil Have the brakes checked by a
level is correct. specialist workshop, preferably
 cause damage to the brake sys-
tem. 8
In order to ensure the dependab-
ility of the brake system, do not 113
permit the brake pads to wear
past the minimum permissible
thickness.

Maintenance
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised BMW Visually inspect the brake pads
Brake-pad wear limit,
Motorrad dealer. to ascertain their thickness.
front
Viewing direction: from below
Checking rear brake pad toward brake pads 1.
min 1.0 mm (Friction pad
only, without backing thickness z
plate. The wear indicators Make sure the ground is level
(grooves) must be clearly and firm and place the motor-
visible.) cycle on its stand.

If the wear indicating marks are

no longer clearly visible:
Brake pads worn past the
minimum permissible thick-
ness can cause a reduction in
braking efficiency and under
certain circumstances they can
 certain circumstances they can
8 cause damage to the brake sys-
tem.
114 In order to ensure the dependab-
ility of the brake system, do not
permit the brake pads to wear
past the minimum permissible
thickness.
Maintenance

Have the brake pads replaced

by a specialist workshop, Check the brake fluid level in
Brake-pad wear limit,
preferably an authorised BMW front reservoir 1.
rear
Motorrad dealer. Wear of the brake pads
min 1.0 mm (Friction pad causes the brake fluid level
z only, without backing plate.
Checking brake-fluid
in the reservoir to sink. The drop
Do not permit wear to pro- level, front brakes in fluid level is compensated
gress to the point at which A low fluid level in the by a clearly visible black rubber
the wear indicators (grooves) brake reservoir can allow air diaphragm.
are reached.) to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
If the wear indicating mark is no efficiency.
longer visible: Check the brake-fluid level at
Brake pads worn past the regular intervals.
minimum permissible thick- Make sure the ground is level
ness can cause a reduction in and firm and place the motor-
braking efficiency and under cycle on its centre stand.
 an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer. 8
If the bottom edge of the black 115
diaphragm in the brake-fluid
reservoir is below the MAX mark:
Check the front brake pad
thickness ( 112).

Maintenance
Checking brake-fluid
level, rear brakes Check the brake fluid level in
Brake fluid level, front
rear reservoir 1.
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air Wear of the brake pads
DOT4 brake fluid to penetrate the brake system. causes the brake fluid level
in the reservoir to sink.
z
It is impermissible for the This significantly reduces braking
brake fluid level to drop be- efficiency.
low the MIN mark. (Brake- Check the brake-fluid level at
fluid reservoir horizontal, mo- regular intervals.
torcycle upright and handle- Make sure the ground is level
bars centred) and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
 authorised BMW Motorrad
8 dealer.

116 Coolant
Checking coolant level
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
Maintenance

cycle on its stand.

Allow the engine to cool down.
Brake fluid level, rear Coolant, specified level

DOT4 brake fluid between MIN and MAX

z marks on the expansion tank
It is impermissible for the
brake fluid level to drop be- (engine cold)
low the MIN mark. (Brake- If the coolant drops below the
fluid reservoir horizontal, mo- permitted level:
torcycle upright) Have the defect rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
If the brake fluid level drops be- Check the coolant level in ex- cialist workshop, preferably
low the permitted level: pansion tank 1. an authorised BMW Motorrad
Have the defect rectified as dealer.
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
Clutch Do not attempt to top up the
Checking clutch operation
system with fluids of any kind. 8
Pull the clutch lever. Have the defect rectified as 117
quickly as possible by a spe-
The pressure point must be
cialist workshop, preferably
clearly perceptible.
an authorised BMW Motorrad
If the pressure point is not clearly
dealer.
perceptible:

Maintenance
Have the clutch checked by a Rims and tyres
specialist workshop, preferably
Check the clutch fluid level in Checking rims
an authorised BMW Motorrad
reservoir 1.
dealer. Make sure the ground is level
Wear of the clutch causes and firm and place the motor-
Checking clutch fluid level the fluid level in the clutch cycle on its stand.
fluid reservoir to rise.
z
Make sure the ground is level Visually inspect the rims for
and firm and place the motor- defects.
cycle on its centre stand. Clutch-fluid level (visual
Have damaged rims checked
Move the handlebars to the inspection)
and, if necessary, replaced by a
straight-ahead position. specialist workshop, preferably
It is impermissible for the
clutch fluid level to drop. an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
If the clutch-fluid level drops:
Unsuitable hydraulic fluids Checking tyre tread depth
could cause damage to the Your motorcycle's handling
clutch system. and grip can be impaired
even before the tyres wear to
 the minimum tyre tread depth Wheels are programmed into the control
8 permitted by law.
Tyre recommendation
unit and are fundamental to all
Have the tyres changed in good calculations. Any change in these
118 time before they wear to the For each size of tyre BMW influencing variables, caused for
minimum permissible tread Motorrad tests and classifies example by a switch to wheels
depth. as roadworthy certain makes. other than those installed ex-
BMW Motorrad cannot assess works, can have serious effects
Make sure the ground is level the suitability or provide any on the performance of the con-
Maintenance

and firm and place the motor- guarantee of road safety for other trol systems.
cycle on its stand. tyres. The sensor rings are essential
Measure the tyre tread depth BMW Motorrad recommends for correct road-speed calcula-
in the main tread grooves with using only tyres tested by BMW tion, and they too must match
wear marks. Motorrad. the motorcycle's control sys-
Tyres have wear indicators You can obtain detailed informa- tems and consequently cannot
z integrated into the main tion from your authorised BMW be changed.
tread grooves. The tyre is worn Motorrad dealer or on the Inter- If you decide that you would like
out when the tyre tread has worn net at www.bmw-motorrad.com. to fit non-standard wheels to
down to the level of the marks. your motorcycle, it is very im-
The locations of the marks are Effect of wheel size portant to consult a specialist
indicated on the edge of the tyre, on suspension-control workshop beforehand, prefer-
e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or by systems ably an authorised BMW Motor-
an arrow. Wheel size is very important as rad dealer. In some cases, the
If the tyre tread is worn to min- a parameter for the running-gear data programmed into the control
imum: control systems ABS and DTC. units can be changed to suit the
Replace tyre or tyres, as applic- In particular, the diameter and the new wheel sizes.
able. width of a motorcycle's wheels
RDC label care not to damage the RDC
with tyre pressure monitoring sensor. Be sure to draw the 8
(RDC) OE attention of the authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer or specialist 119
workshop to the fact that the
wheel is fitted with an RDC
sensor.

Maintenance
Remove the front wheel
Make sure the ground is level
Unclip retaining clip 1 holding
and firm and place the motor-
the sensor cable to the brake
cycle on its centre stand.
line.
Remove cable tie 2.
Incorrect tyre fitting can Mask off the parts of the wheel z
damage the RDC sensors. rim that could be scratched in
Be sure to explain to the au- the process of removing the
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer brake calipers.
or the specialist workshop that
the wheel is fitted with an RDC
sensor.
If the motorcycle is equipped
with RDC, each wheel rim bears Remove screws 1 on left and
an adhesive label indicating the right.
position of the RDC sensor. Pull the front-wheel cover for-
When changing the tyre, take ward to remove.
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120

Maintenance

Once the calipers have Force the brake pads 4 slightly Remove screw 1 and remove
been removed, there is apart by rocking brake caliper 5 the ABS sensor from its bore.
a risk of the brake pads being back and forth against brake Raise front of motorcycle until
pressed together to the extent disc 6. the front wheel can turn freely.
z that they cannot be slipped back Carefully pull the brake calipers BMW Motorrad recommends
over the brake disc on reas- back and out until clear of the the BMW Motorrad front-wheel
sembly. brake discs. stand for lifting the motorcycle.
Do not operate the handbrake Install the front-wheel stand
lever when the brake calipers ( 125).
have been removed.
Remove screws 3 of the brake
calipers on left and right.
 Remove right-hand axle clamp- The front wheel must be
ing screw 2. installed right way round to 8
Remove quick-release axle 3, rotate in the correct direction.
while supporting the wheel. Note the direction-of-rotation ar- 121
Roll the front wheel forward to rows on the tyre or the wheel
remove. rim.
Roll the front wheel into posi-
Installing front wheel

Maintenance
tion between the front forks.
Possible malfunctions when
The left axle clamping ABS and DTC systems in-
screw locates the threaded tervene if non-standard wheels
bush in the front suspension. are installed.
If the threaded bush is not See the information on the effect
correctly aligned the gap of wheel size on the ABS and z
between the ABS sensor ring DTC systems at the start of this
and the ABS sensor will not be chapter.
correct and this can cause the Threaded fasteners not
ABS to malfunction or allow the tightened to the specified
ABS sensor to be damaged. torque can work loose or their Raise the front wheel, insert
In order to ensure that the threads can suffer damage. quick-release axle 3 and
threaded bush remains correctly Always have the security of the tighten to specified torque.
aligned, do not slacken or fasteners checked by a specialist
remove the left axle camping workshop, preferably an author-
screw. ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
8 Quick-release axle in
threaded bush (wheel
122 carrier)
50 Nm
Tighten right axle clamping
screw 2 to the specified tight-
ening torque.
Maintenance

Clamping screw for

Insert the ABS sensor into its Install securing screws 3 on
quick-release axle to
bore and install screw 1. left and right and tighten to
wheel carrier
specified tightening torque.
19 Nm Ease the brake calipers on to
z the brake discs. Front brake caliper to
Remove the front-wheel stand. wheel carrier

30 Nm
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123

Maintenance
Clip on retaining clip 1 holding Hold the front-wheel cover in Remove screws 1 on left and
the sensor cable to the brake position and install bolts 1 on right.
line. left and right. Remove the number-plate car-
Secure new cable tie 2. rier.
Remove the adhesive tape Remove the rear wheel z
from the wheel rim. Make sure the ground is level Engage first gear.
Firmly pull the handbrake lever and firm and place the motor-
until the pressure point is per- cycle on its centre stand.
ceptible, and repeat this opera- If applicable, remove the cases.
tion several times.
 Installing rear wheel
8 Possible malfunctions when
124 ABS and DTC systems in-
tervene if non-standard wheels
are installed.
See the information on the effect
of wheel size on the ABS and
Maintenance

DTC systems at the start of this

chapter.
Risk of burns caused by the Fit five bolts 1 and tighten to
Threaded fasteners not
hot exhaust system. the specified torque in diagon-
tightened to the specified
Do not touch the exhaust system ally opposite sequence.
torque can work loose or their
when it is hot; if necessary, allow threads can suffer damage.
z Rear wheel to wheel
the exhaust system ample time Always have the security of the flange
to cool before proceeding. fasteners checked by a specialist
Remove five bolts 1 from the workshop, preferably an author- Tightening sequence:
rear wheel, while supporting ised BMW Motorrad dealer. tighten in diagonally
the wheel. opposite sequence
Roll the rear wheel into position
Lower the rear wheel to the at the rear-wheel adapter and 60 Nm
ground and roll it out to the attach it.
rear.
 Place the motorcycle on its Push the two pins 2 apart un-
centre stand or another auxiliary til the front suspension fits 8
stand before lifting the front between them.
wheel with the BMW Motorrad Use locating pins 3 to set the 125
front-wheel stand. front-wheel stand to the de-
Use basic stand with tool num- sired height.
ber (83 30 0 402 241) in com- Centre the front-wheel stand
relative to the front wheel and

Maintenance
bination with front-wheel ad-
apter (83 30 0 402 243). push it against the front axle.
Hold the number-plate carrier Make sure the ground is level
in position. and firm and place the motor-
Install screws 1 on left and cycle on its centre stand.
right.
z
Front-wheel stand
Installing front-wheel
stand
The BMW Motorrad front
wheel stand is not designed There is a risk of damaging
to support motorcycles not fitted the sensor ring of the BMW
with a centre stand or without Motorrad Integral ABS.
other auxiliary stands. A motor- Slacken adjusting screws 1. Push the left pin in just far
cycle resting only on the front enough to ensure that it clears
wheel stand and the rear wheel the sensor ring.
can topple.
 Push both mounting pins 2 Apply uniform pressure to push ally brought into contact with the
8 through the triangles of the the front-wheel stand down motorcycle.
brake caliper anchorages just and raise the motorcycle. Use only jump leads fitted with
126 far enough to allow the front fully insulated crocodile clips at
wheel to be rolled between Jump starting both ends.
them. The wires leading to the Jump-starting with a donor-
Tighten adjusting screws 1. power socket do not have battery voltage higher than
a load-capacity rating adequate
Maintenance

12 V can damage the vehicle

for jump-starting the engine. Ex- electronics.
cessively high current can lead Make sure that the battery of the
to a cable fire or damage to the donor vehicle has a voltage rating
vehicle electronics. of 12 V.
Do not use the on-board socket
z When jump-starting the engine,
to jump-start the engine of the
do not disconnect the battery
motorcycle.
from the on-board electrical
Touching live parts of the system.
ignition system with the Remove the seat. ( 105).
If the motorcycle is on the engine running can cause electric Run the engine of the donor
centre stand and is raised shock. vehicle during jump-starting.
too far, the centre stand will lift
Do not touch parts of the igni- Begin by connecting one end
clear of the ground and the mo-
tion system when the engine is of the red jump lead to the
torcycle could topple to one side.
running. positive terminal of the dis-
When raising the motorcycle,
A short-circuit can res- charged battery and the other
make sure that the centre stand
ult if the crocodile clips end to the positive terminal of
remains on the ground.
of the jump leads are accident- the donor battery.
Then connect one end of the Bulbs to overheating and shortens the
black jump lead to the negative
General instructions
bulb's operating life. 8
terminal of the donor battery,
and the other end to the neg- A warning appears in the multi- Replacing high-beam 127
ative terminal of the discharged function display if a bulb is de- headlight bulb
battery. fective.
The description below
Start the engine of the vehicle A defective bulb places steps you through the
with the discharged battery your safety at risk because procedure for replacing the

Maintenance
in the usual way; if the en- it is easier for other users to left high-beam headlight bulb.
gine does not start, wait a few oversee the motorcycle. Proceed by analogy to replace
minutes before repeating the Replace defective bulbs as the right high-beam headlight
attempt in order to protect the soon as possible; always carry a bulb.
starter motor and the donor complete set of spare bulbs if
battery. possible. z
Allow both engines to idle for a
The types of bulb fitted to
few minutes before disconnect-
your motorcycle are listed
ing the jump leads.
in the section entitled "Technical
Disconnect the jump lead from
data".
the negative terminals first,
then disconnect the second Do not touch the glass of
lead from the positive termin- new bulbs with your fingers.
als. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold
Install the seat ( 107). the bulbs when handling them. Turn slipstream deflector 1 out.
Dirt deposits, in particular oil and Remove screw 2 and work
grease, interfere with heat radi- side cover 3 to the rear and
ation from the bulb. This leads remove.
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128

Maintenance

Remove screw 1. Remove screws 1. Turn covers 1 counter-clock-

Switch on the ignition and raise Work speaker unit 2 to the rear wise to remove.
the windscreen to its highest to remove.
position.
z Remove screw 2 and work
hand protector 3 to the side
to remove.
Switch off the ignition and
wait until the windscreen has
moved to its lowest position.

Disconnect plug 2.
Disconnect plug 3.
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129

Maintenance
Release spring clip 3 at left Install bulb 4, making sure that Turn covers 1 clockwise to in-
and right and swing it up. tab 5 is correctly positioned. stall.
The bulb is pressurised and Engage spring clip 3.
can cause injury if dam-
aged.
z
Wear protective goggles and
gloves when changing bulbs.
Remove bulb 4.

Replace the defective bulb.

Bulb for high-beam
headlight Connect plug 3.
Connect plug 2.
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
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130

Maintenance

Seat the speaker unit in Hold hand protector 3 in posi- Hold side cover 3 in position
mount 4. tion and install screw 2. and install screw 2.
Switch off the ignition and Align slipstream deflector 1.
wait until the windscreen has
z moved to its lowest position. Battery
Install screw 1. Maintenance instructions
Correct upkeep, recharging and
storage will prolong the life of
the battery and are essential if
warranty claims are to be con-
sidered.
Compliance with the points be-
Install screws 1.
low is important in order to max-
Switch on the ignition and raise imise battery life:
the windscreen to its highest
position.
 Keep the surface of the battery torcycle. Using this charger, you V). Attempting to charge a com-
clean and dry can keep the battery charged pletely flat battery via the on- 8
Do not open the battery during long periods of disuse, board socket can cause damage
without having to disconnect the to the motorcycle's electronics. 131
Do not top up with water
Be sure to read and comply battery from the motorcycle's If a battery has discharged to the
with the instructions for char- on-board systems. You can ob- extent that it is completely flat, it
ging the battery on the follow- tain additional information from has to be disconnected from the
ing pages your authorised BMW Motorrad on-board circuits and charged

Maintenance
Do not turn the battery upside dealer. with the charger connected dir-
down ectly to the battery posts.
Charging battery when
Only chargers suitable for
If the battery is not discon- connected this mode of charging can
nected, the on-board elec-
Charging the connected be used to recharge the battery
tronics (e.g. clock, etc.) gradually z
battery directly at the bat- via the on-board socket. Unsuit-
drain the battery. This can cause
tery terminals can damage the able chargers could cause dam-
the battery to run flat. If this hap-
vehicle electronics. age to the motorcycle's on-board
pens, warranty claims will not be
Always disconnect the battery electrics.
accepted.
from the on-board circuits be- Use BMW chargers with the
Connect a float charger to the
fore recharging it with a charger part numbers 71 60 7 688 864
battery if the motorcycle is to
connected directly to the battery (220 V) or, as applicable,
remain out of use for more than
posts. 71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If
four weeks.
If you switch on the igni- you are in doubt, disconnect
BMW Motorrad has de- the battery from the on-board
tion and the multifunction
veloped a float charger spe- systems and connect the charger
display and telltale lights fail to
cially designed for compatibility directly to the battery.
light up, the battery is completely
with the electronics of your mo-
flat (battery voltage is less than 9
 Charge via the power socket, Comply with the operating in-
8 with the battery connected structions of the charger.
to the motorcycle's on-board Once the battery is fully
132 electrical system. charged, disconnect the
The motorcycle's on-board charger's terminal clips from
electronics know when the the battery terminals.
battery is fully charged. The The battery has to be re-
on-board socket is switched off charged at regular intervals
Maintenance

when this happens. in the course of a lengthy period

Comply with the operating in- of disuse. See the instructions Disconnection in the wrong
structions of the charger. for caring for your battery. Al- sequence increases the risk
ways fully recharge the battery of short-circuits.
If you are unable to charge before restoring it to use Always proceed in the correct
z the battery through the on-
sequence.
board socket, you may be using Removing battery
a charger that is not compatible Remove the seat. ( 105). Disconnect negative lead 1
with your motorcycle's electron- first.
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
ics. If this happens, disconnect Then open the cover and dis-
If applicable, switch off the anti-
the battery from the on-board connect positive lead 2.
theft alarm.
systems and connect the charger Remove screws 3 and remove
directly to the battery. Switch off the ignition. the retainer.
Lift the battery up and out;
Charging battery when work it slightly back and forth
disconnected if it is difficult to remove.
Charge the battery using a
suitable charger.
Installing battery Then connect battery negative If fuse defects recur fre-
Place the battery in the battery lead 1. quently have the electric 8
compartment, positive terminal Install the seat ( 107). circuits checked by a specialist
workshop, preferably an author- 133
on the right in the forward dir-
Switch on the ignition. ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
ection of travel.
Set the time in Settings
- Time and set the date in Install the seat ( 107).
Settings - Date. Fuse assignment

Maintenance
Fuses
Replacing fuses
Switch off the ignition.
Remove the seat. ( 105).
z
Risk of fire if an attempt is
made to jumper defective
Install the retainer and install fuse.
screws 3. Always replace defective fuses
Installation in the wrong with new fuses of the correct 1 40 A
sequence increases the risk amperage rating. Motorcycle electronics
of short-circuits. 2 40 A
Consult the fuse assignment
Always proceed in the correct diagram and replace the de- Motorcycle electronics
sequence. fective fuse. with Electronic Suspen-
Connect battery positive lead 2 sion Adjustment (ESA) OE
first and close the cover. ESA
 3 30 A -8 Not used
8 Engine electronics with anti-theft alarm
4 Fuse box (DWA) OE
134
Numbering of the fuses as 7.5 A
per label on lid of fuse box: Anti-theft alarm
-1 Not used
-2 Not used
-3 Not used
Maintenance

-4 4A
Left handlebar fitting, top-
case lighting
with tyre pressure monit-
oring (RDC) OE
z RDC
-5 7,5
Audio system
-6 4A
Beam throw adjustment
with Adaptive Head-
light OE
Adaptive cornering lights
-7 4A
Main relay, instrument
panel, ignition switch
Care

Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
9
135
Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Cleaning easily damaged compon-
ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Care
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 z
Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 138
 Care products painted parts prior to washing Warm water intensifies the
9 BMW Motorrad recommends
the motorcycle. effect of salt.
To prevent stains, do not wash Use only cold water to wash off
136 that you use the cleaning and
the motorcycle immediately after road salt.
care products you can obtain
it has been exposed to strong
from your authorised BMW The high pressure of high-
sunlight and do not wash it in the
Motorrad dealer. The substances pressure cleaners (steam
sun.
in BMW CareProducts have been cleaners) can damage seals, the
Make sure that the motorcycle
Care

tested in laboratories and in hydraulic brake system, the elec-

is washed frequently, especially trical system, and the seat.
practice; they provide optimised
z care and protection for the
during the winter months.
Do not use a steam jet or high-
materials used in your vehicle. To remove road salt, clean the pressure cleaning equipment.
motorcycle with cold water im-
The use of unsuitable mediately after every trip.
cleaning and care products Cleaning easily
can damage vehicle components. After the motorcycle has damaged components
been washed, ridden
Do not use solvents such as cel- Plastics
through water or ridden in
lulose thinners, cold cleaners,
the rain, the brake discs and If plastic parts are cleaned
fuel or the like, and do not use
pads might be wet and the using unsuitable cleaning
cleaning products that contain
brakes might not take effect agents, the surfaces can be dam-
alcohol.
immediately. aged.
Washing motorcycle Apply the brakes in good time Do not use cleaning agents that
until the brake discs and brake contain alcohol, solvents or ab-
BMW Motorrad recommends pads have dried out. rasives to clean plastic parts.
that you use BMW insect re- Even fly-remover pads or clean-
mover to soften and wash off ing pads with hard surfaces can
insects and stubborn dirt on produce scratches.
Body panels Cooling fins can be bent Remove particularly aggressive
Clean the trim panels with water easily. substances immediately, how- 9
and BMW plastic care emulsion. Take care not to bend the fins ever, as otherwise the paint can
when cleaning the radiator. be affected or become discol- 137
Windscreens and headlight oured. Substances of this nature
lenses made of plastic Rubber include spilt fuel, oil, grease,
Clean off dirt and insects with a Treat rubber components with brake fluid and bird droppings.
soft sponge and plenty of water. water or BMW rubber-care We recommend BMW vehicle

Care
Soften stubborn dirt and products. polish or BMW paint cleaner for
insects by covering the af- Using silicone sprays for
this purpose. z
fected areas with a wet cloth. Marks on the paintwork are par-
the care of rubber seals can
ticularly easy to see after the
cause damage.
Chrome motorcycle has been washed.
Do not use silicone sprays or
Use plenty of water and BMW Remove stains of this kind im-
other care products that contain
shampoo to clean chrome, par- mediately, using cleaning-grade
silicon.
ticularly if it has been exposed to benzene or petroleum spirit on a
clean cloth or ball of cotton wool.
road salt. Use chrome polish for Paint care BMW Motorrad recommends
additional treatment.
Washing the motorcycle regularly BMW tar remover for removing
Radiator will help counteract the long-term specks of tar. Remember to wax
effects of substances that dam- the parts treated in this way.
Clean the radiator regularly to
age the paint, especially if your
prevent overheating of the en-
motorcycle is ridden in areas
gine due to inadequate cooling.
with high air pollution or natural
For example, use a garden hose
sources of dirt, for example tree
with low water pressure.
resin or pollen.
 Protective wax coating Before laying the vehicle
9 BMW Motorrad recommends
up out of use, have the en-
gine oil and the oil filter element
138 applying only BMW car wax or
changed by a specialist work-
products containing carnauba
shop, preferably an authorised
wax or synthetic wax.
BMW Motorrad dealer. Com-
It is time to rewax the paint-
bine work for laying up/restoring
work when water "puddles" on
to use with a BMW service or
Care

the surface, instead of forming

inspection.
beads.
z
Restoring motorcycle
Laying up motorcycle
to use
Clean the motorcycle.
Remove the battery ( 132). Remove the protective wax
Spray the brake and clutch coating.
lever pivots and the main and Clean the motorcycle.
side stand pivots with a suit- Install a charged battery.
able lubricant. Before starting: work through
Coat bright metal and chrome- the checklist.
plated parts with an acid-free
grease (e.g. Vaseline).
Stand the motorcycle in a dry
room in such a way that there
is no load on either wheel.
Technical data

Technical data
troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
10
139
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Technical data
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
z
Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
 troubleshooting chart
10 Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start.
140 Possible cause Rectification
Side stand Retract the side stand ( 78).
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever.
Clutch pulled before ignition was switched on Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever.
Technical data

No fuel in tank Refuel ( 83).

Battery flat Charge the battery when connected ( 131).

z
Threaded fasteners
Front wheel Value Valid
10
141
Front brake caliper to wheel car-
rier
M8 x 30 - 10.9 30 Nm
Clamping screw for quick-re-

Technical data
lease axle to wheel carrier
M8 x 30 19 Nm
Quick-release axle in threaded
bush (wheel carrier)
M24 x 1.5 50 Nm
z
Rear wheel Value Valid
Rear wheel to wheel flange
M10 x 1.25 x 40 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence
60 Nm
Shift mechanism Value Valid
Eccentric, peg to shift lever
M6 x 20 8 Nm
 Engine
10 Engine design transverse straight-six four-stroke engine with four
142 valves per cylinder and two overhead camshafts;
liquid cooling, electronic fuel injection, integral six-
speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lubrication.
Displacement 1649 cm3
Technical data

Cylinder bore 72 mm
Piston stroke 67.5 mm
Compression ratio 12,2:1
Nominal output 118 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min-1
with power reduction OE 79 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min-1
z Torque 175 Nm, at engine speed: 5250 min-1
with power reduction OE 150 Nm, at engine speed: 4750 min-1
Maximum engine speed max 8500 min-1
Idle speed 900±50 min-1, Engine at regular operating temper-
ature
Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded
10
95 ROZ/RON 143
89 AKI
Usable fuel capacity approx. 26.5 l
Reserve fuel approx. 4 l

Technical data
Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity 4.5 l, with filter change
products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally admissible viscosity classes
Castrol Power 1 Racing SAE 5W-40, API SL / ≥-20 °C
JASO MA2 z
SAE 5W-40, API SJ / JASO MA2 ≥-20 °C
SAE 10W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 ≥-20 °C
 Clutch
10 clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath
144
Transmission
gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en-
gine block
Technical data

Gearbox transmission ratios 1,617, Primary transmission ratio

1.941 (33:17 teeth), 1st gear
1.429 (30:21 teeth), 2nd gear
1.148 (31:27 teeth), 3rd gear
0.958 (23:24 teeth), 4th gear
0.806 (25:31 teeth), 5th gear
z 0.686 (24:35 teeth), 6th gear
0.913 (21:23 teeth), Angular drive
1.258 (39:31 teeth), Countershaft
Rear-wheel drive
Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears
10
145
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminium single swinging arm with BMW
Motorrad Paralever
Number of teeth on rear-wheel drive (gear ratio) 2,75 (33:12)

Technical data
Running gear
Front wheel
Type of front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever
Spring strut, front, type Central suspension strut
with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE Central suspension strut with electrically
adjustable damping. z
Spring travel, front 125 mm, At wheel
10 Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminium single swinging arm with BMW
146 Motorrad Paralever
Type of rear suspension central suspension strut pivoted to lever system.
Spring preload and rebound-stage damping step-
lessly adjustable.
Technical data

with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE central suspension strut pivoted to lever system.
Electrically adjustable damping and spring preload/
spring rate.
Spring travel, rear 135 mm, At wheel

Brakes
z
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis-
ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston
floating caliper and fixed disc
Brake-pad material, rear Organic material
Wheels and tyres
Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved
10
tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer 147
or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com".
Front wheel
front wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2

Technical data
front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"
Tyre designation, front 120 / 70 ZR 17
Rear wheel
rear-wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2
rear wheel rim size 6.00" x 17"
z
Tyre designation, rear 190 / 55 ZR 17
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.9 bar, Tyre cold
Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, Tyre cold
 Electrics
10 Electrical rating of on-board socket max 10 A, All sockets
148
Battery
battery type Gel battery
battery rated voltage 12 V
battery rated capacity 19 Ah
Technical data

Technical data
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI-8
Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8 mm, When new
1.0 mm, Wear limit

z Lighting
Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulbs for the low-beam headlight D1S / 35 W
Bulb for parking light Lighting rings, integrated into headlight
Bulb for tail light/brake light LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear LED
Fuses
Fuse carrier 1 30 A, Engine electronics
10
149
Fuse carrier 2 40 A, Slot left: Vehicle electronics
40 A, Slot right: Vehicle electronics, ESA
Fuse box Not used, Slot 1
Not used, Slot 2

Technical data
Not used, Slot 3
4 A, Slot 4: Left handlebar fitting, tyre pressure
monitoring (RDC), topcase interior light
7.5 A, Slot 5: Audio system
4 A, Slot 6: Beam throw control, Adaptive Head-
light
4 A, Slot 7: Main relay, instrument cluster, ignition z
switch
7.5 A, Slot 8: Anti-theft alarm (DWA), central lock-
ing
 Anti-theft alarm
10 with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
150
Anti-theft alarm
Time to active after activation 30 s
Alarm duration 26 s
Technical data

Activation time between two alarms 10 s

Battery type CR 123 A
Remote control
Range of the remote control 10 m
Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband
z Transmission frequency 433.92 MHz
Battery type and rated voltage CR 1632 lithium
3V
Frame
Frame type Cast light alloy weldment with bolt-on light-alloy
10
rear frame 151
type plate location Wheel carrier, front right
VIN location Frame side section, front right (beside engine-oil
filler neck)

Technical data
Dimensions
Length of motorcycle 2489 mm, over topcase
Height of motorcycle 1465 mm, To windscreen at DIN unladen weight
Width of motorcycle 1000 mm, Across mirrors
980 mm, without mirrors z
Front-seat height 750 mm, Without rider
with dual seat, high OE 780 mm, Without rider
rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1720 mm, Without rider
with dual seat, high OE 1770 mm, Without rider
 Weights
10 Unladen weight 348 kg, DIN unladen weight, with cases and top-
152 case, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without
optional extras
Permissible gross weight 560 kg
Maximum payload 212 kg
Technical data

Riding specifications
Top speed >200 km/h

z
Service

Service
BMW Motorrad service . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
11
153
BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 154
BMW Motorrad mobility services -
roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Service
BMW Motorrad service
network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 z
Confirmation of maintenance
work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
 BMW Motorrad service the necessary technical know- Certain signs of wear, moreover,
11 Advanced technology requires
how. BMW Motorrad recom- may otherwise not be noticed
mends that you contact your au- until it is too late to put them
154 specially adapted methods of
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer right at moderate cost. Your au-
maintenance and repair.
if you have questions regarding thorised BMW Motorrad dealer's
If maintenance and re- your motorcycle. mechanics know every detail of
pair work is performed in- your motorcycle and can take re-
expertly, it could result in con- BMW Motorrad service medial action if necessary before
Service

sequential damage and thus con- quality minor faults develop into serious
stitute a safety risk. problems. By having the neces-
BMW Motorrad recommends you Along with its reputation for en- sary repairs done properly and
z to have all the associated work gineering quality and high reliab- in good time, you save time and
on your motorcycle carried out ility, BMW Motorrad is a byword money in the long run.
by a specialist workshop, prefer- for excellent quality of service.
ably an authorised BMW Motor- To ensure that your BMW is al- BMW Motorrad mobility
rad dealer. ways in optimum condition, BMW
Motorrad recommends that you services - roadside
Your authorised BMW Motorrad have the maintenance work re- assistance
dealer can provide information on quired for your motorcycle car- In the event of a breakdown, the
BMW services and the work un- ried out regularly, preferably by BMW Motorrad mobility services
dertaken as part of each service. your authorised BMW Motor- available for each new BMW mo-
Have all maintenance and repair rad dealer. For generous treat- torcycle enable you to access an
work carried out confirmed in the ment of claims submitted after extensive range of services such
"Service" chapter in this manual. the warranty period has expired, as breakdown assistance, motor-
Authorised BMW Motorrad deal- evidence of regular maintenance cycle transportation etc. (details
ers are supplied with the latest is essential. can differ from country to coun-
technical information and have
try). In the event of a breakdown,
contact the Mobile Service or- "Service Contact Europe" or the date when the next service
ganisation of BMW Motorrad. "Service Contact Africa, Amer- will be due. 11
The specialists will provide the ica, Asia, Australia, Oceania". Riders who cover long distances
necessary advice and assistance. in a year might have to bring in 155
You will find important country- Maintenance work their motorcycles for service be-
specific contact addresses and BMW Pre-delivery Check fore the next scheduled date. It
the after-sales service organisa- is to allow for these cases that
tion phone numbers in the "Ser- Your authorised BMW Motorrad a maximum odometer reading is

Service
vice Kontakt / Service Contact" dealer conducts the BMW pre- entered as well in the confirma-
brochures, along with informa- delivery check before handing tion of service. Servicing has to
tion on Mobile Service and the over the motorcycle to you. be brought forward if this odo-
z
dealership network. BMW Running-in Check meter reading is reached before
the next scheduled date for the
BMW Motorrad service The BMW running-in check has service.
to be performed when the mo-
network The service-due indicator in the
torcycle has covered between
multifunction display reminds you
BMW Motorrad has an extens- 500 km and 1200 km
about one month or 1000 km
ive after-sales service network in
BMW Service in advance when the time for a
place to look after you and your
service is approaching, on the
motorcycle in more than 100 The BMW Service is carried out
basis of the programmed values.
countries. In Germany alone, you once a year; the extent of servi-
have the best possible access cing can vary, depending on the
to approximately 200 authorised age of the motorcycle and the
BMW Motorrad dealers. distance it has covered. Your au-
All information concerning the in- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer
ternational dealership network confirms that the service work
can be found in the brochure has been carried out and enters
 Confirmation of maintenance work
11
BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in
156
Check Check
Completed Completed

on on
Service

Odometer reading

Next service
z at the latest

on
or, if logged beforehand,

Odometer reading

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
11
157
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 logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, z
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

11 BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
158
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 logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
11
159
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 logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, z
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

11 BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
160
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 logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,

Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

Confirmation of service
The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories 11
and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. 161
Item Odometer Date
reading

Service
z
 Item Odometer Date
11 reading
162

Service

z
A Warning for battery charge C
Abbreviations and symbols, 6 current, 32 Case
Operation, 102
12
ABS Warning for battery voltage
Engineering details, 89 Central locking 163
low, 33
Self-diagnosis, 79 BMW Motorrad service, 154 Operation, 67
Warnings, 34 Brake fluid Checklist, 77
Ambient temperature Checking fluid level, front, 114 Clock, 20
Black ice warning, 34 Checking fluid level, rear, 115 Clutch

Index
Anti-theft alarm Adjusting clutch lever, 62
Reservoir, front, 13
Operation, 70 Checking fluid level, 117
Reservoir, rear, 13 z
Telltale light, 18 Fluid reservoir, 11
Brake pads
Warnings, 39 Checking front, 112 Technical data, 144
Auxiliary headlights Checking rear, 113 Test, 117
Operation, 51 Running in, 80 Confirmation of maintenance
work, 156
B Brakes
Adjusting brake lever, 62 Coolant
Battery Checking fill level, 116
Charging battery when Checking operation, 112
Fill-level indicator, 13
connected, 131 Safety instructions, 81
Warning, 31
Charging battery when Technical data, 146
Cruise-control system
disconnected, 132 Bulbs
General instructions, 127 Control, 14
Installation, 133 Operation, 59
Removal, 132 Replacing high-beam headlight
bulb, 127 Currency, 7
Stowage, 17
Technical data, 148
Technical data, 148
Warning for bulb failure, 33, 34
 D Temperature gauge, 20 Fuel
12 Damping
Adjuster, rear, 11
Warning for engine Filler neck, 11
electronics, 31, 32 Fill-level indicator, 20
164 Adjusting, 64 Engine oil Refuelling, 83
Dimensions Checking fill level, 110 Technical data, 143
Technical data, 151 Warning for fuel down to
Filler neck, 13
DTC reserve, 31
Oil dipstick, 13
Control, 14
Fuses, 148
Index

Engineering details, 92 Technical data, 143

Topping up, 112 Position on the motorcycle, 17
Self-diagnosis, 79
z Warning for engine oil level, 32 Replacing, 133
switching on/off, 56
Equipment, 7
Warning, 35 G
ESA Gear indicator, 20
E Control, 14
General views
Electrics Engineering details, 94 Instrument panel, 18
Technical data, 148 Operation, 65 Left handlebar fitting, 14
Electronic immobiliser EWS
F Left side of motorcycle, 11
Warning, 31
Frame Multifunction display, 20
Emergency off switch (kill
switch), 16, 53 Technical data, 151 Right handlebar fitting, 16
Engine Front-wheel stand Right side of motorcycle, 13
Installing, 125 Underneath the seat, 17
Control, 16
Ride mode, 16 Warning and telltale lights, 25
Starting, 78 Grip heating
Technical data, 142 Operation, 53
Ground lighting, 52
H Instrument panel M
Handlebar fittings
General view, left side, 14
Ambient-light brightness Maintenance
General instructions, 110
12
sensor, 18
General view, right side, 16 Maintenance intervals, 155 165
Overview, 18
Hazard warning flashers Mirrors
Control, 14 J Adjusting, 63
Operation, 52 Jump starting, 126 Mobility services, 154
Headlight Motorcycle

Index
K Laying up, 138
Adjusting for traffic driving on
Keys, 42 Parking, 82
right/driving on left, 50 z
Headlight beam-throw L Restoring to use, 138
adjustment, 11 Laying up, 138 Multifunction display, 18
Warnings, 38 Lights Meaning of symbols, 21
Helmet holder, 17 Control, 14 Operation, 43
High-beam headlight Headlight flasher, 14, 50 Overview, 20
Switching on, 50 High-beam headlight, 14
N
Horn, 14 Parking light, 50 Navigation devices
Switch on the high-beam Installation, 99
I headlight, 50
Ignition Operation, 100
Switching on low-beam Removal, 100
Switching off, 42
headlight, 50
Switching on, 42
Switching on the side lights, 50
Immobiliser, 43
Warning, 31
 O R Seat
12 Odometer and tripmeters, 20
Control, 14
Rear-wheel drive
Technical data, 145
Lock, 11
Removing and installing, 57
166 Operation, 49 Refuelling, 83 Seat heating
Resetting, 49 Remote control Control, 11
Select the readings, 49 registration, 68
Operation, 54
On-board computer Replacing battery, 70
Service, 154
Ambient temperature, 22 synchronising, 69 Warning, 39
Index

Control, 14 Reserve volume Service-due indicator, 23

Warning, 31
z Oil level, 23
Rev. counter, 18
Shift lever
Operation, 48 Adjusting shift lever, 63
Ride mode Side stand
Range, 22 Adjusting, 56
Reset the average values, 48 For starting, 78
Engineering details, 88 slipstream deflector, 59
Stopwatch, 48 Rider's Manual
travel times, 49 Spark plugs, 148
Stowage, 17
Speedometer, 18
Running gear
P Spring preload
Technical data, 145
Parking, 82 Adjuster, rear, 11
Running in, 80
Parking light, 50 Adjusting, 64
Power socket, 13 S Starting, 78
Notes on use, 98 Safety instructions Steering lock
Pre-ride check, 78 Brakes, 81 Locking, 42
General, 76
Stopwatch Weights, 152 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC
Operation, 48 Wheels and tyres, 147 Adhesive label for rim, 119 12
Storage compartment, 11 Telltale lights, 18 Engineering details, 93
167
Stowage compartment, 61 Overview, 25 Reading, 22
Symbols Toolkit Warnings, 36
Meaning, 21 Contents, 110 Tyres
Stowage, 17 Checking inflation pressure, 74
T

Index
topcase Checking tread depth, 117
Technical data Closing, 104
Battery, 148 Recommendation, 118
Opening, 104 Running in, 81 z
Brakes, 146
Operation, 104 Table of tyre pressures, 17
Bulbs, 148
Torques, 141 Technical data, 147
Clutch, 144
Transmission
Dimensions, 151 Technical data, 144 V
Electrics, 148 Transportation Vehicle identification number, 13
Engine, 142 Lashing, 84
Engine oil, 143 Travel times W
Frame, 151 measuring, 49 Warning lights, 18
Fuel, 143 troubleshooting chart, 140 Overview, 25
Rear-wheel drive, 145 Turn indicators Warnings
Running gear, 145 Control, 14 Mode of presentation, 26
Spark plugs, 148 Operation, 52 Warnings, overview, 27
Standards, 7 Type plate, 13 Weights
Transmission, 144 Payload table, 17
Technical data, 152
 Wheels
12 Change of size, 118
Checking rims, 117
168
Installing front wheel, 121
Installing rear wheel, 124
Remove the front wheel, 119
Remove the rear wheel, 123
Index

Technical data, 147

Windscreen
z Adjusting, 58
Control, 14
Certifications

Remote Control for Deutsch

Hiermit erklärt Meta System S.p.A., dass sich das
central locking system Gerät PF240009 in Übereinstimmung mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen
einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie
1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme
PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele
teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
English
Hereby, Meta System S.p.A., declares that this
Česky PF240009 is in compliance with the essential
Meta System S.p.A. tímto prohlašuje, že tento requirements and other relevant provisions of
PF240009 je ve shodě se základními požadavky a Directive 1999/5/EC.
dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice Español
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. erklærer esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones
herved, at følgende udstyr PF240009 overholder aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i
direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Certifications
Ελληνική Nederlands
ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤ΢Α Meta System S.p.A. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ Hierbij verklaart Meta System S.p.A. dat het toestel
ΟΣΙ PF240009 ΢ΤΜΜΟΡΥΩΝΕΣΑΙ ΠΡΟ΢ ΣΙ΢ PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de
ΟΤ΢ΙΩΔΕΙ΢ ΑΠΑΙΣΗ΢ΕΙ΢ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ΢ ΛΟΙΠΕ΢ essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen
΢ΦΕΣΙΚΕ΢ ΔΙΑΣΑΞΕΙ΢ ΣΗ΢ ΟΔΗΓΙΑ΢ 1999/5/ΕΚ. van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Français Malti
Par la présente Meta System S.p.A. déclare que Hawnhekk, Meta System S.p.A., jiddikjara li dan
l'appareil PF240009 est conforme aux exigences PF240009 jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes provvedimenti oħrajn 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 Alulírott, Meta System S.p.A. nyilatkozom, hogy a
questo PF240009 è conforme ai requisiti essenziali PF240009 megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ
ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb
direttiva 1999/5/CE. elõírásainak.
Latviski Polski
Ar šo Meta System S.p.A. deklarē, ka PF240009 Niniejszym Meta System S.p.A. oświadcza, że
atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām PF240009 jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami
un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem. oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami
Lietuvių Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Šiuo Meta System S.p.A. deklaruoja, kad šis Português
PF240009 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas Meta System S.p.A. declara que este PF240009
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e
outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Certifications
Slovensko Norsk
Meta System S.p.A. izjavlja, da je ta PF240009 v Meta System S.p.A. erklærer herved at utstyret
skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi PF240009 er i samsvar med de grunnleggende
relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Slovensky USA, Canada
Meta System S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že PF240009
spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné Product name: TX BMW MR
ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. FCC ID: P3O98400
IC:4429A - TXBMWMR
Suomi
Meta System S.p.A. vakuuttaa täten että 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 sitä koskevien direktiivin conditions:
muiden ehtojen mukainen. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
Svenska and
Härmed intygar Meta System S.p.A. att denna (2) this device must accept any interference
PF240009 står I överensstämmelse med de received, including interference that may cause
väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta undesired operation.
bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Any changes or modifications not
Íslenska expressly approved by the party
Hér með lýsir Meta System S.p.A. yfir því að responsible for compliance could void the user’s
PF240009 er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar authority to operate the equipment.
kröfur, sem gerðar eru í 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

Tire Pressure Control TPC

FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4
IC: 2546A-BC54MA4
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry 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.

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.
Details described or illustrated
in this booklet may differ from
the motorcycle's actual specifica-
tion as purchased, the accessor-
ies fitted or the national-market
specification. No claims will be
entertained as a result of such
discrepancies.
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.

© 2010 BMW Motorrad

Not to be reproduced either
wholly or in part without written
permission from BMW Motorrad,
After Sales.
Printed in Germany.
The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart:

Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded
95 ROZ/RON
89 AKI
Usable fuel capacity approx. 26.5 l
Reserve fuel approx. 4 l
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.9 bar, Tyre cold
Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, Tyre cold

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