BMW Motorrad

Rider's Manual (US Model)

G 310 GS
Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle Data Retailer Data

Model Contact in Service

Vehicle identification number Ms./Mr.

Color number Phone number

Initial registration

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

pany stamp)
Welcome to BMW
Congratulations on choosing a
motorcycle from BMW Motorrad
and welcome to the community
of BMW motorcycle owners and
riders. Familiarize yourself with
your new motorcycle so that you
can ride it safely and confidently
in all highway traffic situations.
About this Rider's Manual
Please read this Rider's Manual
carefully before starting to use
your new BMW. It contains im-
portant information on how to
operate the controls and how to
get the most benefit from your
BMW's advanced technical fea-
tures.
In addition, it contains information
on maintenance and care to help
you maintain your motorcycle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
Documentation confirming per-
formance of scheduled mainte-
nance is a precondition for gen-
erous handling of out-of-warranty
claims and goodwill warranty
treatment.
Should you want to sell your
BMW one day, please also re-
member to turn over the Ride's
Manual to the new owner. it is
an important part of your motor-
cycle.
Suggestions and complaints
If you have any questions con-
cerning your motorcycle, your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer
is always happy to provide advice
and assistance.
We wish you many miles of safe
and enjoyable riding on your
BMW
BMW Motorrad.
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Table of Contents
1 General instructions . . . .
Quick & easy reference . . . . . .
Abbreviations and
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Notice concerning current sta-
tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
General view, left side . . . . . . . 11
General view, right side . . . . . 13
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 15
Multifunction switch,
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warning and indicator
lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 21
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Engine speed warner . . . . . . . . 51
5 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Parking your motorcycle . . . . 53
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Securing motorcycle for
6 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
7 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 36 7 Technology in
Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
7 Resetting the trip General instructions . . . . . . . . . 60
distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . 60
Resetting average data . . . . . . 38 8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Antilock Brake System General instructions . . . . . . . . . 64
(ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5 Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 11 Technical data . . . . . . 113 Maintenance proce-
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 114 dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Screw connections . . . . . . . . 115 Maintenance schedule . . . . 133
Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . 97 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Maintenance confirma-
9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 tions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
General instructions . . . . . . . 100 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Service confirmations . . . . . 148
Heated handlebar grips . . . 100 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 13 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 120
Topcase Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Maximum payload and Chassis and
maximum speed . . . . . . . . . . 105 suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
10 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 122
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 124
Washing your motorcy-
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Cleaning sensitive motorcy-
Performance data . . . . . . . . . 126
cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Paint preservation . . . . . . . . . 110 12 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Store motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 110 Reporting safety
Return motorcycle to defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 129
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
General instructions
Quick & easy reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1
5
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General instructions
Notice concerning current status . . . . 7

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 Quick & easy reference
1 This Rider's Manual has been
6 designed to provide quick and
efficient orientation. Go straight
to the "Overviews" chapter if you
would like an initial overview of
your motorcycle.
General instructions
Abbreviations and
symbols
CAUTION Hazard with
low risk. Failure to avoid
this hazard can result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING Hazard with
moderate risk. Failure to
z avoid this hazard can result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER Hazard with high
risk. Failure to avoid this
hazard results in death or serious
injury.
ATTENTION Special in-
structions and precaution-
ary measures. Non-compliance
can cause damage to the vehi-
cle or accessories and warranty
claims may be denied as a result.
NOTICE Special informa-
tion on operating and in-
specting your motorcycle as well
as maintenance and adjustment
procedures.
Indicates the end of an
item of information.
Instruction.
Result of an activity.
Reference to a page with
more detailed informa-
tion.
Indicates the end of ac-
cessory or equipment-
dependent information.
Tightening torque.
Technical data.
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.
NV National-market version.
OA Optional accessory.
BMW Motorrad op-
tional accessories can
be purchased and in-
stalled at your autho-
rized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Equipment
When you ordered your BMW
motorcycle, you chose various
items of custom equipment. This
rider's manual describes selected
optional accessories (OA) from
BMW. This explains why the
manual may also contain de-
scriptions of equipment which
you have not ordered. Please
note, too, that your motorcycle
might not be exactly as illus-
trated in this manual on account
of country-specific differences.
If your motorcycle comes with
equipment not described here,
you can find the descriptions in a
separate manual.
Technical Data
All dimensions, weights and
power ratings stated in the
rider's manual are quoted to the
standards and comply with the
tolerance requirements of the
Deutsches Institut für Normung
e. V. (DIN). Versions for individual
countries may differ.
Notice concerning
current status 1
The high safety and quality stan- 7
dards of BMW motorcycles are
maintained by constant develop-
ment work on design, equipment
and accessories. For this reason,
General instructions
some aspects of your motorcycle
may vary from the descriptions in
this Rider's Manual. In addition,
BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee
the total absence of errors. We
hope you will appreciate that no
claims can be recognized based
on the data, illustrations or de-
scriptions in this manual.
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1

General instructions
Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2
9
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Overviews
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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2

Overviews
General view, left side
1 with additional onboard 2
socket OA 11
Power socket ( 101)
2 Adjusting ring for spring
preload (behind the frame
cover) ( 43)

Overviews
3 Seat lock ( 39)
4 Chain adjustment values
( 86)
5 Engine oil level indicator
( 67) z
6 Type plate (on the left
steering head)
7 Tire pressure table (on the
left fork leg) ( 76)
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2

Overviews
General view, right side
1 Fuel filler opening ( 55) 2
2 Brake-fluid reservoir, front 13
( 71)
3 Vehicle identification num-
ber
4 Coolant expansion tank

Overviews
( 74)
5 Oil fill location ( 68)
6 Brake fluid reservoir, rear
(behind the frame cover)
( 72) z
7 Grab handle ( 46)
 Underneath seat
2 1 Battery ( 92)
14 2 Data link connector
( 97)
3 Fuses ( 95)
4 Rider's Manual (US Model)
( 6)
Overviews

5 Tool kit ( 64)

6 Spare fuses

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Multifunction switch,
left 2
1 Headlight flasher ( 34) 15
2 High beams/low beams
rocker switch ( 34)
3 ABS ( 38).
4 Turn indicators ( 34)

Overviews
5 Horn

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 Multifunction switch,
2 right
16 1 Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch) ( 33)
2 Starter button ( 33)
( 48)
Overviews

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Instrument panel
1 Button 2
Selecting display readings 17
( 36).
2 Indicator lights ( 20)
3 Multifunction display
( 21)

Overviews
4 Warning lights ( 20)
5 Photosensor for brightness
control in the multifunction
display
Engine speed warner z
( 51).
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2

Overviews
Displays
Warning and indicator lights. . . . . . . . . 20
3
19
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Displays
Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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 Warning and indicator
3 lights
20 1 Neutral indicator light
2 Headlight high beam indi-
cator light ( 34)
3 Turn signal indicator light
( 34)
Displays

4 Low-fuel warning light

( 27) ( 29)
5 Warning light for vehicle
z voltage ( 25)
6 General warning light
( 22)
7 ABS warning light ( 26)
Multifunction display
1 Onboard computer ( 36) 3
2 Indication range for values 21
3 Service display ( 28)
4 Time ( 37)
5 Warning symbols ( 22)
6 Gear, "N" indicates neutral

Displays
7 Speed
8 Engine speed ( 29)
9 Fuel level ( 27) ( 29)
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 Warning lights in connection with the general
3 Displays
warning lamp 2. Depending on
how urgent the warning is, the
22 Warnings are displayed with ap- general warning lamp will either
propriate warning lights. light up or flash red or yellow.
If several warnings are active, all
of the corresponding warning
lamps and warning symbols will
Displays

appear in the display.

You will find an overview of the
potential warnings on the follow-
z ing pages.

Warnings for which there are

no separate warning lamps are
represented by a warning sym-
bol 1 in the multifunction display
Overview of warning indicators 3
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning 23
lights
Warning lamp for Vehicle voltage is too low ( 25)
vehicle voltage
lights up.

Displays
General warning Temperature sym- Coolant temperature too high ( 25)
light flashes red. bol is displayed.

General warning The engine elec- Engine in emergency-operation mode z

light lights up yel- tronics symbol ( 25)
low. appears on the
display.
General warning The engine elec- Engine warning ( 26)
light flashes yellow. tronics symbol
appears on the
display.
ABS indicator light ABS self-diagnosis not completed
flashes. ( 26)

ABS indicator light ABS error ( 27)

lights up.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
24 ABS indicator light ABS switched off ( 27)
lights up.

Low-fuel warning Fuel down to reserve ( 27)

light lights up.
Displays

General warning SERVICE is dis- Service appointment has passed ( 28)

light lights up yel- played continu-
low. ously.
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Vehicle voltage is too low
Warning lamp for vehicle
voltage lights up.
WARNING
Failure of vehicle systems
Accident hazard
Do not continue riding.
Possible cause:
Battery is faulty.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Coolant temperature too
high
General warning light
flashes red.
Temperature symbol is dis-
played.
ATTENTION
Riding with overheated en-
gine
Engine damage
Be sure to observe the mea-
sures listed below.
Possible cause:
Coolant level is too low.
Checking coolant level ( 74).
If coolant level is too low:
Top up coolant ( 75).
Possible cause:
The radiator is dirty.
Clean radiator ( 109).
Possible cause:
The fan or fan control is faulty.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Possible cause:
The coolant circuit is faulty. 3
If possible, allow the engine to
25
cool down.
Only ride in partial load range.
If the coolant temperature is of-
ten too high, have the fault rec-
tified as soon as possible by a
Displays
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
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Engine in emergency-
operation mode
General warning light lights
up yellow.
The engine electronics
symbol appears on the
display.

3 WARNING
Unusual handling when the
26
engine is in emergency oper-
ation
Accident hazard
Avoid rapid acceleration and
Displays
passing maneuvers.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has diag-
z nosed a fault which impairs the
engine performance or throttle
response. The engine is run-
ning in the emergency-operation
mode. In exceptional cases, the
engine stops and can no longer
be started.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
It is possible to continue rid-
ing, however the engine perfor-
mance and engine speed range
may be impaired and not func-
tion as normal.
Engine warning
General warning light
flashes yellow.
The engine electronics
symbol appears on the
display.
WARNING
Damage to engine during
emergency operation
Accident hazard
Drive slowly and avoid rapid
acceleration and passing ma-
neuvers.
If possible, have the vehicle
picked up and the fault elim-
inated at a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has di-
agnosed a fault, which can lead
to a severe secondary fault. The
engine is in the emergency-oper-
ation mode.
Avoid high load and engine
speed ranges if possible.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Continued driving is possi-
ble, however it is not recom-
mended.
ABS self-diagnosis not
completed
ABS indicator light flashes.
Possible cause:
ABS self-diagnosis rou-
tine not completed
The ABS function is not
available, as the self-diagnosis
function has not been
completed. (The motorcycle
must reach a specified
minimum speed before the
system can check operation of
the wheel sensors: min 3 mph
(min 5 km/h))
Ride off slowly. It must be
noted that the ABS function
is not available until the self-
diagnosis has been completed.
ABS error
ABS indicator light lights
up.
Possible cause:
The ABS control unit has de-
tected an error. The ABS func-
tion is not available at all or is
restricted.
It is possible to continue rid-
ing the motorcycle if you make
allowance for the failed or lim-
ited ABS function. You should
also take account of the addi-
tional information on situations
that can lead to an ABS fault
( 61).
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ABS switched off
ABS indicator light lights
up.
Possible cause:
The ABS system has been deac- 3
tivated by the rider.
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Activating ABS ( 39).
Fuel down to reserve
Low-fuel warning light lights
up.
Displays
WARNING
Rough engine running or z
switching off of the engine
due to a fuel shortage
Accident hazard, damage to cat-
alytic converter
Do not drive to the extent that
the fuel tank is completely
empty.
Possible cause:
The fuel has all been used up;
only the fuel reserve remains.
 The value of the motorcycle
3 Fuel reserve
is preserved to the greatest
possible extent.
28
Approx. 1.1 quarts (Approx.
1 l) Service display
Refueling ( 55). Remaining distance until
service is due and service
Service appointment has
Displays

due date
passed
General warning light lights If service is due within a month,
up yellow. the SERVICE inscription 1 and
z the service date 3 are shown.
SERVICE is displayed continu-
ously.
Possible cause:
The driving performance or the
date indicate that servicing is
due.
Have your motorcycle serviced If service is due within 700 miles,
regularly by a specialist work- the SERVICE inscription 1 and
shop, preferably an authorized the remaining distance covered 2
BMW Motorrad retailer. will be displayed and counted
The motorcycle remains op- down in steps of 100 miles. It If service is due because of the
erationally safe and is suitably is briefly displayed following the distance covered and the date,
road-safe. Pre-Ride-Check. the SERVICE inscription 1, the
remaining distance covered 2
and the service date 3 will be
shown.
Permanent SERVICE
inscription
If the service appointment is
overdue or the service distance
covered is exceeded, SERVICE 1
will be permanently displayed
during operation.
Fuel reserve
Cruising range
The range RANGE 1 indicates
how far you can ride 2 with the
remaining fuel in the tank. This
distance is calculated based on
fuel quantity and average con-
sumption.
If the motorcycle is standing on
its side stand, the motorcycle's
inclined position will prevent
the fuel level from being reg-
istered accurately. This is the
reason why the range is re-
calculated only when the side
stand is folded in.
The travel range automatically
appears in the multifunction 3
display after the fuel reserve
level is reached. 29
After a refueling stop, the
range is recalculated if the
quantity of fuel in the tank
is greater than the reserve
Displays
quantity.
The determined range is an
approximate reading.
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Tachometer
1 Unit for tachometer:
1000 revolutions per
minute
 2 Low engine speed range
3 3 Segments for tachometer
4 High engine speed range
30
5 Engine speed warner
( 51).
Displays

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Operation
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4
31
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Operation
Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Resetting the trip distance . . . . . . . . . . 37
Resetting average data . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 z
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . 38
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
 Ignition
4 Vehicle keys
32 You are provided with 2 vehicle
keys.
A single key fits the steering and
ignition lock, the fuel filler cap
and the seat lock.
Operation
Locking handlebars
ATTENTION
z Handlebars turned in wrong
direction when motorcycle
propped on side stand.
Component damage cause by
tipping over
On level ground, always turn
the handlebars to the left to set
the steering lock.
Otherwise the angle of the
ground determines whether
the handlebars are set to the
left or right.
If the slope of the road permits, Switching on ignition
turn the handlebars to the left.
Insert ignition key 1 into igni-
Push the ignition key 1 into
tion switch/steering lock and
turn to the ON position.
the steering lock and turn to
Parking lights, lowbeam head-
the LOCK position while mov-
light, and all functional circuits
ing the handlebars slightly.
are switched on.
Ignition, lights and all electrical
Engine can be started.
circuits are switched off.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
Handlebars are locked.
( 49)
The vehicle key can now be
ABS self-diagnosis is
removed.
performed ( 50)
Switch off ignition Emergency on/off switch Do not operate the emergency
(kill switch) ON/OFF switch when riding. 4
33

Operation
Turn the ignition key 1 to
the OFF position. A = Operation mode Push the emergency off z
Handlebars are not locked. switch 1 forwards to turn off
The vehicle key can now be the engine quickly and easily.
B = Emergency off (engine
removed. Push the emergency off
is off)
switch 1 back to start the
engine.
Emergency off or
operation mode

WARNING
Operation of the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding
Danger of falling due to blocking
of rear wheel
 Lights Operating high-beam Operating headlight
4 Low-beam headlight and headlight flasher
34 parking lights
The low beam and parking lamps
turn on automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
Operation

NOTICE
The low beam and the parking
lamps drain the battery. Do
not leave the ignition switched
z on longer than absolutely
necessary.
Press switch 1 forwards.
High beams are switched on.
High beam indicator light
lights up.
Press switch 1 backwards.
The blue high beam indicator
light goes out.
Low beams are switched on.
Press button 1.
The high beams are switched
on for the duration of the oper-
ation.
Turn indicators
Operating turn signals
Switching on ignition ( 32).
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35

Operation
Press switch 1 to left.
Left turn signal is turned on.
Indicator light of turn indica- z
tor flashes.
Press switch 1 to right.
Right turn signal is switched
on.
Indicator light of turn indica-
tor flashes.
Press switch 1 into center po-
sition to turn off turn signals.
 Multifunction display
4 Selecting display readings
36 Requirement
The motorcycle is stopped.

Switch on the ignition.

The onboard computer is dis-
Operation

played.
Press the button 1 briefly and
repeatedly until the desired
value is displayed.
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Total distance traveled: ODO
Trip distance 1: TRIP1
Trip distance 2: TRIP2
Coolant temperature: ENGIN
Range: RANGE
Average fuel consumption:
CONS1
Current fuel consumption:
CONSA
Average speed: SPEED
Date: DATE
Settings: SETUP
Time and date
Set clock
Selecting display readings
( 36).
SETUP 2 is displayed.
Setting the date
Requirement
Clock has been set.
Press and hold button 1.
The hours 3 flash.
Briefly press button 1 to incre-
ment the hours 3.
When the hours have been set
as desired, press and hold but-
ton 1.
The minutes 4 flash.
Briefly press button 1 to incre-
ment the minutes.
When the minutes have been Day 6 flashes.
set as desired, press and hold Briefly press button 1 to incre- 4
button 1. ment the day.
The time has not yet been 37
When the day has been set as
saved! desired, press and hold but-
Setting the date ( 37). ton 1.
Year 5 flashes.
Briefly press the button 1 to
Operation
increment the year.
When the year has been set
as desired, press and hold but-
ton 1.
The clock and date settings
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have been saved.
Resetting the trip
distance
Selecting display readings
( 36).
The trip distance to be reset 2
Briefly press button 1 to incre-
was selected.
ment the month 7.
"TRIP1" or "TRIP2" is indi-
When the month has been set
cated.
as desired, press and hold but-
ton 1.
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Operation

Press and hold button 1 until
the value 3 has been reset.
z light lights up.
Resetting average data
Selecting display readings
( 36).
The average value to be re-
set 2 was selected.
"CONSI" or "SPEED" is indi-
cated.
Press and hold button 1 until
the value 3 has been reset.
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)
Deactivate ABS
Switching on ignition ( 32).
NOTICE
The ABS function can also be
deactivated while driving.
Press and hold button 1 until
the ABS indicator and warning
Release button 1.
ABS indicator light lights
up.
ABS is deactivated.
Activating ABS If the ABS indicator and
warning light lights up 4
after switching the ignition off 39
and on and then continuing
driving above the minimum
speed, an ABS fault has oc-
curred.

Press and hold button 1 until
the ABS indicator and warning
light 2 changes its display be-
havior.
ABS indicator light goes
out, and starts to flash if
self-diagnosis has not been com-
pleted.
ABS is switched on.
As an alternative, the ignition
can also be turned off and then
on again.
min 3 mph (min 5 km/h)
Seat
Removing seat
ATTENTION
Unstably parked motorcycle
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Park motorcycle safely.
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Operation
Push down on the rear part of
the seat 2 to relieve the strain
on the lock and at the same z
time unlock the seat lock with
the vehicle key 1 by turning it
clockwise.
Lift seat at rear and remove.
Lay the seat on a clean sur-
face.
 Install seat
4
40

Operation

Insert seat 1 with the mount 3

z centered into the battery
tray 4.
Put on detent pin 2 and press
into the locking mechanism.
Setting
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5
41
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Setting
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 Mirrors Adjust mirror arm
5 Adjusting mirrors
Left mirror (lock nut) to
adapter
42
16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Slide protective cap 1 over
screw fitting.

Headlight
Setting

Adjusting headlight for

z RHD/LHD traffic
Slide up protective cap 1 for
threaded connection on mirror This motorcycle's headlight fea-
Move mirror to the desired po- tures a symmetrical low beam.
arm.
sition by turning it. No special adjustments or proce-
Loosen lock nut 2.
dures are required prior to oper-
Turn mirror arm into desired
ating the motorcycle in a coun-
position.
try where traffic travels on the
Tighten lock nut to specified
side of the road opposite to that
torque while holding mirror arm
of your home country (left-hand
in place.
drive to right-hand drive or vice
Right mirror (lock nut) to versa).
adapter

16 lb/ft (22 Nm) (Left-hand

thread)
Headlamp range and
spring preload
The headlight range generally
remains constant due to the ad-
justment of the spring preload to
the loading state. The headlight
range is correctly adjusted at the
factory.
NOTICE
If there are doubts as to the cor-
rect headlight range, have the
adjustment checked by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably by
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Headlight range
adjustment
Requirement
Despite adjustment of the spring
preload, oncoming traffic is still
blinded when the vehicle is heav-
ily loaded.
Loosen the screw 1 on both
sides.
Turn the headlamp around the
screw axis to set the headlamp
range.
Tighten the screw 1 on both
sides.
If the motorcycle is ridden again
with lower payload:
Readjust the headlamp range.
Spring preload
Setting
5
43
The spring preload must be
adjusted to the weight of the
rider, passenger and load. Higher
weight requires a higher spring
preload, lower weight requires a
Setting
lower spring preload.
Adjusting spring preload
at rear wheel z
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Remove the screw 2.
 Pull frame cover 3 out of the
5 grommets and take off.

44

Setting

Insert frame cover 3 into grom-

z mets 4.
Align frame cover 3 with push-
To increase the spring preload, in nut 5.
turn adjustment ring 1 in direc-
tion A using the vehicle tools.
To decrease the spring
preload, turn adjustment ring 1
in direction B using the vehicle
tools.
Basic setting of spring
preload, rear

Stage 1 (One-up without load)

Stage 5 (One-up with load) Install screw 2.
Stage 10 (Two-up and load)
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Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
6
45
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Engine speed warner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 z
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Securing motorcycle for trans-
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
 Safety information Do not exceed the gross
6 Rider's Equipment
weight limit and observe the
loading information.
46 Do not drive without the correct
clothing: Adjust spring preload settings
to the gross vehicle weight.
Helmet
with topcase OA
Rider's suit
or
Gloves
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with topcase Light OA

Boots
This applies even to short
z Thread the straps 2 through
journeys, and to every season
of the year. Your authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer will be
happy to advise you and has
the correct clothing for every
purpose.
Load
WARNING
Reduced riding stability
caused by overloading and
uneven loading
Accident hazard
Observe the maximum pay-
load and maximum speed as
indicated on the label in the
topcase (see also the chapter
"Accessories").
Make sure that weight is uni-
formly distributed between
right and left.
Store heavy pieces of luggage
below.
Securely lash down luggage 1.
the eyes 4 of the luggage
rack 3 and tighten.
Speed
If you ride at high speed, always
bear in mind that various bound-
ary conditions can adversely af-
fect the handling of your motor-
cycle:
Wrong spring system setting
Unevenly distributed load
Loose clothing
Insufficient tire inflation pres-
sure
 Tire tread in poor condition
Etc.
Maximum speed
DANGER
Maximum speed of the mo-
torcycle is higher than the
permissible maximum rated
speed of the tires.
Risk of accident due to tire dam-
age at high speed.
Observe the maximum permis-
sible speed for the tyres.
Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colorless and
odorless but highly toxic.
WARNING
Harmful exhaust gas
Danger of suffocation
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Do not run the engine in
closed rooms.
Burn hazard
CAUTION
Intense heating up of engine
and exhaust system while
riding
Burn hazard
After parking the motorcycle,
make sure that no persons
or objects come into contact
with the engine and exhaust
system.
Catalytic converter
If misfiring causes unburned fuel
to enter the catalytic converter,
there is a danger of overheating
and damage.
For this reason, observe the fol-
lowing points:
Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Do not remove the spark plug 6
connector while the engine is
running. 47
Stop the engine immediately if
it misfires.
Use unleaded fuel only.
Comply with all specified main-
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tenance intervals.
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ATTENTION
Unburned fuel in the catalytic
converter
Damage to catalytic converter
Note the points listed for
protection of the catalytic
converter.
Danger of overheating
ATTENTION
Engine idling for a lengthy
period while at a standstill
 Overheating due to insufficient
6 cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
fire
48 Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily.
After starting, ride off
immediately.
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Modifications
z ATTENTION
Modifications to the motor-
cycle (e.g. engine control
unit, throttle valves, clutch)
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions, expiration of warranty
Do not make any
modifications.
Checklist
Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Always before riding off
Check brake operation ( 68).
Check that the lights and sig-
naling equipment function.
Check clutch function ( 73).
Check tire tread depth ( 76).
Checking tyre pressure ( 76).
Check that the luggage is se-
cure.
At every third refueling
stop
Checking the engine oil level
( 67).
Check front brake pad thick-
ness ( 69).
Check rear brake pad thickness
( 70).
Checking front brake fluid level
( 71).
Checking rear brake fluid level
( 72).
Checking coolant level ( 74).
Lubricate chain ( 86).
Check chain tension ( 86).
Starting
Starting engine
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
( 49)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed ( 50)
Shift to neutral.
Idle mode indicator
lamp lights up.
Idle mode appears on the
display.
Alternatively: when the gear is
engaged, pull the clutch.
NOTICE
You cannot start the motorcycle
with the side stand extended and
a gear engaged. The engine will
switch itself off if it is started with
the transmission in neutral and
then a gear is engaged before
retracting the side stand.

NOTICE
If the throttle grip is actuated too
strongly, the engine will not start
or the current to the starter will
be interrupted. Keep the throt-
tle grip closed or only actuate it
slightly.
For cold starts and at low am-
bient temperatures: pull lever
to disengage clutch and twist
throttle grip slightly.
Set the emergency-off
switch 1 to operation.
Switch is in operation Phase 1
mode. 6
Press the starter button 2.
49
Engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart if the engine refuses to
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start. ( 114)
Pre-Ride-Check z
The general warning light 1 lights
After the ignition is switched on, up red.
the instrument cluster runs a
test on the warning and indica- The indicator lights 2 light up.
tor lights and the display, known
as the "Pre-Ride-Check". Start- The display 3 shows the last ac-
ing the engine before the test tive display.
routine is completed will cancel
the remainder of the routine. The engine speed warner 4
lights up.
The warning lights 5 light up.
Phase 2
The general warning light 1
changes from red to yellow.
 Phase 3
6 The warning and indicator lights
and the engine speed warner go
50
out or adopt their functions for
the operation.
If the service is due, this is dis-
played for a short time.
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If one of the warning and indica-
z tor lights is not displayed:
WARNING
Defective warning lights
Lack of display of malfunctions
Check the display of all indica-
tor and warning lights.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ABS self-diagnosis
The self-diagnosis routine
is determining whether
BMW Motorrad ABS is ready for
operation. The self-diagnosis
routine launches automatically
when you switch on the ignition.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic sys-
tem while motorcycle is parked.
ABS indicator light flashes.
Phase 2
Check wheel sensors while
starting off.
ABS indicator light flashes.
ABS self-diagnosis
completed
The ABS indicator and warning
light goes out.
ABS self-diagnosis rou-
tine not completed
The ABS function is not
available, as the self-diagnosis
function has not been
completed. (The motorcycle
must reach a specified
minimum speed before the
system can check operation of
the wheel sensors: min 3 mph
(min 5 km/h))
If an ABS error is displayed after
the ABS self-diagnosis is com-
pleted:
It remains possible to continue
riding. Bear in mind that nei-
ther the ABS function nor the
integral function is available.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Running in
Engine
In the period preceding the
initial inspection attempt to
change rpm and engine load as
frequently as possible, avoiding
extended periods at constant
rpm.
Choose curvy, slightly hilly sec-
tions of road if possible.
Observe the engine run-in
speeds.
Engine run-in speed
<6000 min-1 (Mileage
0...186 miles (0...300 km))
no full throttle (Mileage
0...621 miles (0...1000 km))
Observe mileage, after which
the running-in check should be
performed.
Tyres
Mileage until running-in
check New tires have a smooth sur- 6
face. This must be roughened 51
311...746 miles by riding in a restrained manner
(500...1200 km) at various lean angles until the
tires are run in. Only once the
Brake pads surface has been roughened can
the tires achieve maximum grip.
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New brake pads have to bedded
in before they can achieve their
WARNING
optimum frictional force. This ini-
tial reduction in braking efficiency
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Loss of adhesion of new tires
can be compensated for by ex- on wet roads and at extreme
erting greater pressure on the angles
brake levers. Accident hazard
Always think well ahead and
WARNING
avoid extreme angles.
New brake pads
Extension of the braking distance, Engine speed warner
accident hazard
Requirement
Brake early.
The vehicle is not yet in 6th gear
and the maximum acceleration is
to be reached.

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52
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Accelerate.
z The engine speed warner 1
lights up when the following
engine speed is reached:
>10000 min-1
Ensure that the following
speed is not exceeded:
Maximum engine speed
max 10800 min-1
Shift up to the next gear.
Brakes
the shortest stopping
distances?
The dynamic load distribution be-
tween the front and rear wheel
changes during braking. The
heavier you brake, the greater
the weight transfer to the front
wheel. Increases in the load on
an individual wheel are accom-
panied by a rise in the effective
braking force that the wheel can
provide.
To achieve the shortest braking
distance, the front wheel brake
must be rapidly pulled to the
point where ABS activates, the
pressure point must be held and
the rear wheel brake must be ac-
tivated at the same time. This
procedure provides ideal exploita-
tion of the extra weight transfer
to the front wheel. The clutch
should also be disengaged at the
same time.
Locking up of the front wheel
is prevented by BMW Motorrad
ABS.
With the frequently instructed
"forced braking," in which the
brake pressure is generated as
quickly as possible and with great
force, dynamic load distribu-
tion lags behind the progres-
sive increases in deceleration
rate and the braking force cannot
be completely transferred to the
road surface. Due to the miss-
ing wheel load, the ABS must
prevent a tendency of the front
wheel to lock up even with min-
imal braking action. This results
in a reduced braking action.
Descending mountain
passes
WARNING
Braking only with the rear-
wheel brake when descend-
ing mountain passes
Reduced of braking action, de-
struction of the brakes caused by
overheating
Use both front and rear brakes,
and make use of the engine's
Poorer braking action due to
braking effect as well.
moisture and dirt
Accident hazard
Wet, soiled brakes
Moisture and dirt on the brake
rotors and the brake pads result
in a decrease in the braking ac-
tion.
Delayed or poorer braking action
must be expected in the follow-
ing situations:
When driving in the rain and Parking your
through puddles. motorcycle 6
After washing the motorcycle
Side stand 53
When driving on roads spread
with salt. Switch off engine.
After working on the brakes On slopes point the motorcycle
due to oil or grease residues. uphill and engage 1st gear.
When driving on soiled roads
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or off-road ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in
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WARNING area of stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
Brake until brakes are dry or firm.
clean; clean if necessary.
Fold out side stand and park
Brake early until the full braking
motorcycle.
action is available again.
ATTENTION
Loading of the side stand
with additional weight
Component damage cause by
tipping over
 Do not sit on the motorcycle
6 when it is parked on the side
stands.
54
If the slope of the road permits,
turn the handlebars to the left.
Center stand
with center stand OA
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Switch off engine.
z Fuel specifications
ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in
area of stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
ATTENTION
Center stand folds if subject
to sharp movements.
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Do not sit on the motorcycle
while it is resting on the center
stand.
Fold out center stand and jack
up motorcycle.
On slopes point the motorcycle
uphill and engage 1st gear.
Refueling
Requirement
For optimum fuel consumption,
fuel should be sulfur-free or with
the lowest sulfur content possi-
ble.
ATTENTION
Refueling with leaded fuel
Damage to catalytic converter
Do not refuel with leaded gaso-
line or gasoline with metallic
additives, e.g. manganese or
iron.
ATTENTION
Use of Ethanol E85 as fuel
Damage to the engine and fuel
supply
Do not refuel with E85, i.e.
fuel with an ethanol content
of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel.
Check the fuel grade.
Recommended fuel qual-
ity
Normal unleaded (max. 10 %
ethanol, E10)
87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)
87 AKI
Refueling procedure
unattractive or cloudy)
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable
Fire and explosion hazard
Do not smoke. Never bring
a naked flame near the fuel
tank.
ATTENTION
Component damage
Component damage due to over-
filled fuel tank
If the fuel tank is overfilled, the
excess fuel will flow into the
carbon canister and lead to
component damage there.
Only fill the fuel tank to the
lower edge of the fuel filler
neck.
ATTENTION
Contact of fuel and plastic
surfaces
Damage to surfaces (become
Immediately clean plastic sur-
faces after contact with fuel.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
side stand.
Open protective cap 2.
Unlock fuel-tank cap 1 with ig-
nition key by turning clockwise,
then swivel it up.
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55
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Refuel with a fuel quality meet-
ing the specifications listed
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above, continuing until fuel is
no higher than lower edge of
filler neck 3. While doing so,
pay attention to the bridge in
the filler neck and use caution
so that file does not spray out.
NOTICE
When refueling after running on
fuel reserve, the resulting total
fuel quantity must be greater
than the fuel reserve, so that the
new filling level is detected and
 the fuel warning light is switched
6 off.
56
NOTICE
The "usable fuel quantity" spec-
ified in the technical data is the
fuel quantity, which can be re-
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fueled if the fuel tank was com-
pletely emptied, i.e., if the engine
z dies off due to lack of fuel.
Usable fuel quantity
Approx. 2.9 gal (Approx. 11 l)
Fuel reserve
Approx. 1.1 quarts (Approx.
1 l)
Unlock fuel tank cap 1 with ig-
nition key by turning clockwise
and close with firm pressure.
Remove vehicle key and close
protective cap.
Securing motorcycle
for transport
Protect against scratching all
components where tensioning
straps are routed. For exam-
ple, use adhesive tape or soft
cloths.
ATTENTION
Motorcycle tips to the side
when raising
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Secure the motorcycle against
tipping to the side, preferably
with the assistance of a second
person.
Push motorcycle onto transport
surface, and do not place on
side stand.
ATTENTION
Pinching of components
Component damage
Do not pinch components,
e.g. brake lines or wiring
harnesses.
Lay straps at front over lower
fork bridge on both sides.
Tension straps downward.
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Fasten rear straps on both
sides to the brackets for the
passenger footrests and then
tighten them.
Tighten all straps evenly.
The vehicle is pulled down
against its springs with the
suspension compressed
strongly.
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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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 General instructions
7 You'll find more information on
60 the subject of technology at:
bmw-motorrad.com/technik
Anti-Lock Brake
System
Technology in detail
How does the ABS work?
The maximum braking force that
can be transferred to the road
surface is partially dependent on
the friction coefficient of the road
surface. Gravel, ice, snow and
wet roads offer a considerably
poorer friction coefficient than a
dry, clean asphalt surface. The
z poorer the friction coefficient of
the road surface is, the longer
the braking distance will be.
If the maximum transferable
brake force is exceeded when
the driver increases the brake
pressure, the wheels begin
to lock and driving stability is
lost. A fall can occur. Before
this situation can occur, ABS
intervenes and adapts brake
pressure to the maximum
transferable brake force, so the
wheels continue to turn and
driving stability is maintained
irrespective of the condition of
the road surface.
What happens when
rough roads are
encountered?
Bumpy or rough roads can briefly
lead to a loss of contact between
the tires and the road surface,
until the transferable braking
force is reduced to zero. If brak-
ing is carried out in this situa-
tion, ABS must reduce the brake
pressure to ensure driving stabil-
ity when restoring contact to the
road. At this point in time, the
ABS must assume extremely low
friction coefficients (gravel, ice,
snow) so that the running wheels
turn in every imaginable case and
the driving stability is ensured.
After detecting the actual con-
ditions, the system adjusts the
optimum brake pressure.
Lifting off rear wheel
Even during severe braking, a
high level of tire grip can mean
that the front wheel does not
lock up until very late, if at all.
Consequently, ABS does not in-
tervene until very late, if at all.
Under these circumstances the
rear wheel can lift off the ground,
and the outcome can be a high-
siding situation in which the mo-
torcycle can flip over.

WARNING
Lifting off of the rear wheel
due to heavy braking
Accident hazard
When braking heavily, bear in
mind that the ABS control can-
not always be relied on to pre-
vent the rear wheel from lifting
off the ground.
Special situations
To detect the tendency of the
wheels to lock up, the speeds
of the front and rear wheel are
compared. If the system regis-
ters implausible data for an ex-
tended period of time it will de-
activate the ABS as safety pre-
caution and a display will alert
you to an ABS error. A self-diag-
nosis routine must be completed
before the error will be displayed.
Apart from problems on the
BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual
riding conditions can also cause
a fault message to be generated.
Should a fault code occur due to
one of the driving conditions de-
scribed above, the ABS function
can be reactivated by switching
the ignition off and then on again.
Unusual riding conditions:
Heating up on an auxiliary
stand at idle speed or with gear
engaged.
Rear wheel locked-up for a
longer period of time by engine
brake, e.g. when riding down
steep hills.
How important is regular
maintenance?
WARNING
Brake system not regularly
serviced
Accident hazard
To ensure that the
BMW Motorrad ABS is in a
properly maintained condition,
it is vital that the specified 7
service intervals are kept to.
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Reserves for safety
The potentially shorter stopping
distances which BMW Motorrad
ABS permits must not be used
Technology in detail
as an excuse for careless riding.
ABS is primarily a means of en-
suring a safety margin in genuine
emergencies.
Be careful in curves! When you
apply the brakes on a corner,
the motorcycle's weight and
momentum take over and even
BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to
counteract their effects. z
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Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
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63
Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Maintenance
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 z
Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
 General instructions Tool kit 4 Headlight range adjust-
8 The 'Maintenance' chapter de-
ment ( 43).
5 Box wrench
64 scribes work involving the check-
Wrench size: 27 mm
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with Removing rear wheel
a minimum of effort. ( 81).
If special tightening torques are Adjust chain tension
( 85).
Maintenance

to be taken into account for

assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Information on additional main-
z Adjust chain tension
tenance and repair work is pro-
vided in the Repair Manual for
your motorcycle on DVD, which
you can obtain from your autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work
described here. If you are in
doubt, consult an authorized
workshop, preferably your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
6 Extension for hook wrench
and ring wrench
7 Reversible screwdriver in-
1 Open-ended wrench sert
Wrench size: 12/13 mm
with cross heads
Replacing front and
( 85).
rear turn indicator light
2 Open-ended wrench sources ( 89).
Wrench size: 10/16 mm 8 Screwdriver handle
Adjust mirror arm 9 Gripping clamp
( 42). Gripping clamp is affixed to
Removing battery the battery carrier.
( 93). Replace fuses ( 95).
3 Hook wrench 10 Fuses
Adjusting spring preload 10 A, 15 A and 30 A
at rear wheel ( 43).
4 Allen screw
5 mm
10 Reserve fuses are stuck
in the fuse box and hang
on the cable for the data
link connector.
Front wheel stand
Mount front wheel stand
ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad
front wheel stand without an
additional center or auxiliary
stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Place the motorcycle on the
center stand or an auxiliary
stand before lifting it with the
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand.
with center stand OA
Place motorcycle on center
stand, ensuring that it is rest-
ing on a firm and level support
surface.
without center stand OA
Place motorcycle on an auxil-
iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec-
ommends the BMW Motorrad
auxiliary stand.
Mounting rear-wheel stands
( 66).
Use basic stand with front
wheel mount.
The base stand and its acces-
sories are available through
your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
8
65
Maintenance
Loosen clamping screws 1.
Push two mounts 2 outward,
continuing until front
suspension fits between them.
Use locating pins 3 to set front z
wheel stand to desired height.
Center front wheel stand rela-
tive to front wheel and push it
against front axle.
 Rear-wheel stand
8 Mounting rear-wheel
66 stands

Maintenance

Align two mounts 2 so that

front suspension rests securely
on them.
Tighten the clamping bolts 1.
z Set the height of the stand 3
ATTENTION
Center stand retracts if mo-
torcycle is lifted too high.
Component damage cause by
tipping over
When raising the motorcy-
cle, make sure that the center
stand remains on the ground.
Apply uniform pressure to push
front wheel stand down and
raise motorcycle.
so that it raises the rear wheel
slightly off the ground.
Ensure that the stand height is
the same on the left and right,
and secure the mount 3 on
either side with the bolts 1.
Set the mounts 3 to the width
of the rear wheel swinging
arm 4 and secure using clamp-
ing bolts 2.
Ensure you do not cover the
axle 5.

Position the rear-wheel
stand 6.
ATTENTION
Motorcycle tips to side
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Secure motorcycle against tip-
ping away to side.
Push the rear-wheel stand
down until the motorcycle is
standing upright and the han-
dle of the rear-wheel stand is
resting on the floor.
Engine oil ommends the BMW Motorrad
Checking the engine oil
auxiliary stand. 8
Alternatively: hold the motor-
level cycle upright, preferably with 67
Requirement the assistance of a second
The engine is at operating tem- person.
perature.
Maintenance
ATTENTION
Use of too little or too much
engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil z
level is correct.
with center stand OA
Read oil level on the display 1.
Place motorcycle on center
stand, ensuring that it is rest-
ing on a firm and level support
surface.
without center stand OA
Place motorcycle on an auxil-
iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec-
 If oil level is above the maximum
8 mark MAX:
68
Topping up engine oil
Maintenance
Specified level of engine
oil
Between the MIN and MAX
z marks (Engine at operating
temperature, vehicle is vertical)
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 185 ml (Difference be-
tween MIN and MAX)
If oil level is below the minimum
mark MIN:
Topping up engine oil ( 68).
Have oil level corrected at
an authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Wipe area around oil fill loca-
tion to clean it.
Remove cap 1 of oil fill loca-
tion.
ATTENTION
Use of too little or too much
engine oil
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Add engine oil up to specified
level.
Checking the engine oil level
( 67).
Install cap of oil fill location 1.
Brake system
Check brake operation
Operate the brake lever.
There is a clearly perceptible
pressure point.
Actuate the footbrake lever.
There is a clearly perceptible
pressure point.
If no clear pressure points are
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Improper working on the
brake system
Endangering of the operating
safety of the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem carried out by experts.
Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Check front brake pad
thickness
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
8
69
Maintenance
Turn handlebars to the right. Check the wear indicators 2.
The brake pads 1 can be seen
Front brake-pad wear
from the rear.
limit
Conduct a visual inspection of
z
the brake pad thickness. min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Friction lining without carrier
plate)
If the wear indicating marks are
no longer visible:
8 WARNING
70 Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness
Reduced braking action, damage
to the brake
In order to ensure the operat-
Maintenance
ing reliability of the brake sys-
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Have brake pads replaced at
an authorized service facil-
z min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
BMW Motorrad recommends
you only install genuine brake
pads from BMW Motorrad.
Check rear brake pad
thickness
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Inspect the chamfer 2.
WARNING
Rear brake-pad wear
Dropping below the minimum limit
pad thickness
Reduced braking action, damage
to the brake (Friction material without car-
In order to ensure the operat- rier plate)
ing reliability of the brake sys- If the chamfer is no longer visible:
tem, make sure that the brake Have brake pads replaced at
pads are not worn beyond their an authorized service facil-
minimum thickness. ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Conduct a visual inspection of
the brake pad thickness. Direc-
tion of view: From rear looking
at brake pads 1.
Checking front brake fluid
level 8
71
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking

performance caused by air in the
brake system
Set the handlebars so that the
Adjust the riding mode imme-
brake fluid reservoir is horizon-
diately until the fault is rectified.
tal.
Check brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level in
regularly.
the sight glass 1.
NOTICE
The brake fluid level in the brake-
fluid reservoir drops due to brake
pad wear.
Maintenance
Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
z
You should never allow the
brake fluid level to drop below
the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid
reservoir horizontal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have defect corrected as soon
as possible by an authorized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
 Checking rear brake fluid
8 level
72 Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle verti-
Maintenance cally.
z
Remove the screw 1.
Pull frame cover 2 out of the
grommets and take off.
Check brake fluid level in brake
Rear brake fluid level
fluid reservoir 3.
NOTICE
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level in the brake- You should never allow the
fluid reservoir drops due to brake brake fluid level to drop below
pad wear. the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid
reservoir horizontal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
 Clutch
WARNING
Check clutch function
8
Insufficient brake fluid in the 73
Pull back the clutch lever.
brake-fluid reservoir
The clutch must fully disen-
Considerably reduced braking
gage. Signs that the clutch is
performance caused by air in the
fully disengaged:
brake system
Easy to change gear

Maintenance
Adjust the riding mode imme-
Easy to switch to idling
diately until the fault is rectified.
Insert frame cover 2 into grom- If this is not the case, or there is
Check brake fluid level
mets 4. a lack of power transmission after
regularly.
the clutch has engaged:
Align frame cover 2 with push-
Have defect corrected as soon Have the clutch checked by an
in nut 5.
as possible by an authorized authorized workshop, preferably z
workshop, preferably an autho- an authorized BMW Motorrad
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. retailer.

Fit the screw 1.

 Checking clutch lever play If clutch lever play is outside tol-
8 erance:
Adjusting clutch lever play
74
( 74).
If clutch lever play is within toler-
ance:
Install cover 2.
Maintenance
To increase clutch lever play:
screw the adjusting sleeve 3
into the handlebar lever.
To reduce clutch lever play:
unscrew the adjusting sleeve 3
away from the handlebar lever.
Lock the adjusting sleeve 3
using the knurled nut 2.

Checking clutch lever play

Adjusting clutch lever ( 74).
play Repeat the steps until the
Loosen the cover 2.
clutch lever play is set
Operate clutch lever 1 until
correctly.
resistance is felt.
z Install cover 4.
In this position, measure the
clutch lever play A between
Coolant
the clutch lever fitting and the
clutch lever. Checking coolant level
Requirement
Clutch lever play
The engine is cold.
Loosen the cover 4. Hold the motorcycle upright,
0.04...0.08 in (1...2 mm) (on Loosen the knurled nut 2.
the handlebar fitting, handle- preferably with the assistance
Lift the clutch cable to relieve of a second person.
bars in straight-ahead position, the adjusting sleeve 3.
with cold engine)
 Top up coolant
8
75

Maintenance
Read off coolant level on the
Coolant, specified level
coolant expansion tank 1. Di- Turn handlebars to left.
rection of view: from front Open cap 1 of the coolant ex-
looking at inside of right-hand between MIN and MAX pansion tank.
side panel. marks on the expansion tank Add coolant up to specified
z
(Engine is cold, motorcycle is level. To do this, use a funnel
upright.) with a filler neck or hose.
If coolant level drops below ap- Coolant top-up quantity
proved level:
Top up coolant ( 75).
Antifreeze and anti-corrosion
agents
150 ml (Difference between
the MIN and MAX markings)
 Checking coolant level ( 74).
8 When the set level for coolant is
reached:
76
Close the cap of the coolant
expansion tank.
Rims and tires
Maintenance
Checking wheel rims
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Subject wheel rims to visual
inspection for defects.
z NOTICE
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced
by a specialist service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Check tire tread depth
WARNING
Riding with heavily worn
tyres
Risk of accident due to poorer
rideability
If necessary, replace the tyres
before the legally specified
minimum tread depth is
reached.
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Measure tire tread depth in
main tread grooves with wear
indicators.
Tread wear marks are integrated
into the main grooves on every
tire. If the tire tread has worn
down to the level of the marks,
the tire is completely worn. The
locations of the marks are indi-
cated on the edge of the tire, e.g.
by the letters TI, TWI or by an
arrow.
When the minimum tread depth
is reached:
Replace the worn tires.
Checking tyre pressure
WARNING
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure
Poorer handling characteristic
of motorcycle, reduction of tire
service life
Ensure proper tire inflation
pressure.
WARNING
Valve inserts open of their
own accord at high speeds
Sudden loss of tire inflation pres-
sure
Use valve caps with rubber
sealing ring and screw on
firmly.
 Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Check tyre pressures against
data below.
Tire pressure, front
24.7 psi (1.7 bar) (with cold
tires, one-up and two-up rid-
ing)
Tire pressure, rear
27.6 psi (1.9 bar) (with cold
tires, one-up and two-up rid-
ing)
If tyre pressure is too low:
Correct tyre pressure.
Wheels
Affect of wheel sizes
on suspension control
systems
The wheel sizes are very impor-
tant for the ABS. The diameter
and width of the wheels stored
in the control unit have particu-
lar significance as the basis for
all necessary calculations. Any
change to these sizes, caused for
example by a switch to wheels
other than the standard installed
ones, can seriously affect han-
dling.
The sensor rings are essential
for correct wheel speed detec-
tion; they too must match the
motorcycle's control systems and
consequently cannot be replaced.
If you want to equip your
motorcycle with different wheels,
please contact a specialist
service facility, preferably a
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Removing front wheel
with center stand OA 8
Place motorcycle on center
77
stand, ensuring that it is rest-
ing on a firm and level support
surface.
without center stand OA
Maintenance
Place the motorcycle on an
auxiliary stand. BMW Motorrad
recommends you use the
BMW Motorrad rear-wheel
stand.
Mounting rear-wheel stands z
( 66).
Raise front of motorcy-
cle, preferably using a
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand, continuing until the
wheel rotates freely.
Mount front wheel stand
( 65).
Mask off the parts of the wheel
rim that could be scratched
 when removing the brake
8 caliper.
Push apart the brake pads a
78 little.
Maintenance

Remove screw 3. Pull quick-release axle 4 out

Loosen clamping screws 2.
Slightly press the quick-release
axle inward for a better grip on
z the right side.
Loosen clamping screws 1.
while supporting the front
wheel.
Place front wheel down and
roll it forward out of the front
suspension. Ensure you do
not damage the wheel speed
sensor in the process.
 Install front wheel
8
WARNING
79
Use of a wheel which does
not comply with series speci-
fications
Malfunctions in ABS operation

ATTENTION
Unintentional pressing to-
gether of brake pads
Component damage when
mounting the brake caliper or
when pressing the brake pads
apart
Do not actuate the brakes with
the brake caliper removed.
Remove spacer bushing 5 from
the wheel hub.
Please see the information on
the effect of wheel sizes on the
ABS system at the beginning
of this chapter.
ATTENTION
Tightening of screwed con-
nections with incorrect tight-
ening torque
Damage or loosening of screwed
connections
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Maintenance
Mount spacing bushing 5 on
left side in wheel hub.
ATTENTION
z
Front wheel installation op-
posite the running direction
Accident hazard
Observe running direction ar-
rows on tire or rim.
Roll front wheel into front
suspension. When doing so,
make sure that the wheel
speed sensor is not damaged.
8
80
Maintenance
Lift front wheel and install
quick-release axle 4.
Remove front wheel stand and
firmly compress front forks. Do
z not operate the brake lever at
the same time.
Mount front wheel stand
( 65).
Install screw 3 with specified
Clamping screw in axle
torque. Brace quick-release
adapter
axle on the right side at the
same time. Tightening sequence: Tighten
the screws 6 times, alternating
Screw in front wheel
between one and the other
quick-release axle
each time
37 lb/ft (50 Nm) 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Tighten clamping bolts 2 to
appropriate torque.

Tighten clamping bolts 1 to
Clamping screw in axle
appropriate torque.
adapter
Tightening sequence: Tighten
the screws 6 times, alternating
between one and the other
each time
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Remove front wheel stand.
Remove adhesive tape from
the wheel rim.
WARNING
Brake pads do not contact
the brake disc
Risk of accident due to delayed
braking effect. 8
Before driving off, check that
the braking effect kicks in with- 81
out any delay.
Engage the brakes repeatedly,
continuing until the brake pads
Maintenance
seat against the rotors.
Removing rear wheel
with center stand OA
Place motorcycle on center
stand, ensuring that it is rest-
ing on a firm and level support z
surface.
without center stand OA
Raise motorcycle, preferably
with a BMW Motorrad rear-
wheel stand.
Mounting rear-wheel stands
( 66).
Support the rear wheel, e.g.,
with a wooden block, so that
 it cannot fall down after the
8 quick-release axle is removed.
82
Maintenance
Press brake caliper 1 against
z brake disk 2.
Brake piston has been pushed
back.
Remove nut 6 using the right Remove the quick-release
tool from the toolkit. axle 8 and remove the chain
Remove washer. tensioner 7.
Loosen lock nuts 3 on left and
right.
Screw in the adjusting bolts 4
on the left and right.
Remove the chain tensioner 5
and push the quick-release axle
to the right as far as it will go.
Roll rear wheel as far forward
as possible and remove
chain 9 from chain sprocket.

Make sure that the wheel
speed sensor 10 is not
damaged when rolling out the
rear wheel.
Roll rear wheel toward rear
out of swing arm while pulling
brake caliper carrier 11 toward
rear until rear-wheel rim can be Roll rear wheel on support into
guided past it. swing arm until brake-caliper 8
support can be installed.
NOTICE 83
The chain sprocket and the
spacer sleeves on the left and
right are loosely inserted in the
Maintenance
wheel. Exercise care during the
removal, in order that the parts
are not damaged or lost.
Install rear wheel
ATTENTION Place brake-caliper support 1 z
on the guide 2.
Tightening of screwed con-
nections with incorrect tight-
ening torque
Damage or loosening of screwed
connections
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
 pushing brake caliper carrier 11
8 toward the front.

84

Maintenance

Make sure that wheel speed Insert quick-release axle 8 and

sensor 10 is not damaged chain tensioner 7 in the swing-
when rolling in rear wheel. ing arm; insert brake-caliper
Roll rear wheel as far forward support and rear wheel, making
z as possible and lay chain 9 on sure that the quick-release axle
sprocket. interlocks into chain tensioner.

Roll rear wheel further into

swing arm while simultaneously

Chain
Adjust chain tension
Insert chain tensioner, left 5.
Install nut 6 with washer, how-
ever do not tighten yet.
WARNING
Brake pads do not contact
the brake disc
Risk of accident due to delayed
braking effect.
Before driving off, check that
the braking effect kicks in with-
out any delay.
Engage the brakes repeatedly,
continuing until the brake pads
seat against the rotors.
Adjust chain tension ( 85).
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Loosen the nut 6.
Loosen lock nuts 3 on left and
right.
Adjust chain tension with ad-
justing screws 4 on left and
right.
Check chain tension ( 86).
Ensure that the notch in the
chain tensioner 5 is adjusted 8
to the same scale value on the
right and left. 85
Tighten locknuts 3 on left and
right to the specified torque.
Locknut of drive-chain
Maintenance
tensioning screw
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Tighten nut 6 to the specified
torque.
Rear-wheel quick-release z
axle in swinging arm
74 lb/ft (100 Nm)
Once you have tightened the
rear wheel quick-release axle,
complete the following task
again:
Check chain tension ( 86).
 Check chain tension Clean drive chain with suitable
8 Park motorcycle, ensuring that
Chain sag
cleaning agent, dry and apply
support surface is firm and chain lubricant.
86 To extend and maximize
level. 1.6...2 in (40...50 mm) (Motor-
Turn the rear wheel until the cycle unloaded on side stand) the chain's service life
position with the lowest chain BMW Motorrad recommends
If the chain tension is outside the
sag is reached. using BMW Motorrad chain
approved tolerance:
lubricant or:
Maintenance

Adjust chain tension ( 85).

Lubricant
Lubricate chain

ATTENTION Chain spray

Insufficient cleaning and lu- Wipe off excess lubricant.
z
brication of the drive chain
Check chain wear
Increased wear
Engage 1st gear.
Clean and lubricate the drive
Rotate rear wheel toward front
chain regularly.
Using a screwdriver, push of motorcycle until the chain is
chain 1 up and down in the Lubricate the drive chain every tensioned.
middle between the chain take- third fuel stop. Determine chain length below
up roller and chain sprocket After driving though water or rear wheel swinging arm.
and measure the chain dust and dirt perform the lubri-
tension A. cation at shorter intervals.
Switch off ignition and engage
Neutral.
 Light sources
Replacing light sources 8
for low-beam and high- 87
beam headlight

Maintenance
Remove cover 2.
Permissible chain length
Loosen wire spring 3 from the
locking and open.
max 5.7 in (max 144.30 mm)
(measured over the center of
z
10 rivets, chain under tension) Loosen connector 1.
If the chain has reached the max-
imum approved length:
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.

Pull light source 4 out of

socket 5.
 Replace defective light source. Replacing parking light
8 NOTICE
light source
88
Light sources featuring spec-
ification ratings for higher lev-
els of illumination are commer-
cially available as special acces-
Maintenance

sories. These light sources have

a shorter service life than con-
ventional light sources and also
generate more heat. Under some
circumstances the high levels of
heat radiation can damage the
z headlight assembly.
Align the light source 4 and
press into the socket 5.
Install wire spring 3. Pull the socket 1 out of the
headlight housing.

Bulb for low-beam and

high-beam headlight

H4 / 12 V / 60 W / 55 W
To protect the glass against
soiling, grasp the light source 4
by the base only.
Install cover 2.
Attach plug 1. Pull light source 2 out of
socket 1.
Replace defective light source.
Bulb for parking light 8
89
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
To prevent contaminants from
being deposited on the glass

Maintenance
surface, always use a clean, dry
cloth to hold the light source.
Insert socket 1 into the head- Remove the screw 1.
light housing 3.

Replacing front and

rear turn indicator light z
sources
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Turn off ignition.
Insert light source 2 into
socket 1. Remove the lens from the
housing by pulling it outward
on the side with the screw.

8 hold the light source.
90
Maintenance
Remove bulb 2 from
light housing by turning it
counterclockwise.
z Replace defective light source.
Bulbs for flashing turn
indicators, front
RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
Bulbs for flashing turn
indicators, rear
RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
To prevent dirt from being de-
posited on the glass surface,
always use a clean, dry cloth to
Install light source 2 by turning
clockwise in light housing.
Insert inside end of lens into
light housing and close it.
Fit the screw 1.
Replacing LED tail light
If the LEDs in the tail lamp fail,
the tail lamp must be replaced.
In this case:
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Replace license plate light
If the LEDs for the license plate
lamp in the tail lamp fail, the tail
lamp must be replaced. In this
case:
 Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Jump-starting
CAUTION
Touching live parts of the ig-
nition system when the en-
gine is running
Electrocution
Do not touch parts of the igni-
tion system when the engine is
running.
ATTENTION
Current too high when jump-
starting the motorcycle
Cable fire or damage to the mo-
torcycle electronics
Do not jump-start the motor-
cycle using the power socket,
only via the battery terminal.
ATTENTION
Contact between crocodile
clips of jump leads and mo-
torcycle
Danger of short circuit
Use jump leads fitted with fully
insulated crocodile clips at both
ends.
ATTENTION
Jump-starting with a voltage
higher than 12 V
Damage to the motorcycle's
electronics
The battery of the donor vehi-
cle must not exceed a voltage
of 12 V.
Do not disconnect battery from
onboard electrical system for
jump-starting procedure.
Removing seat ( 39).
Allow engine on support mo-
torcycle to run while jump- 8
starting.
Begin by clamping one end of 91
the red jumper cable to the
positive terminal of the dis-
charged battery and clamping
the other end to the positive
Maintenance
terminal of the donor battery.
Then connect one end of the
black jump cables to the nega-
tive terminal of the donor bat-
tery, and the other end to the
negative terminal of the dis-
z
charged battery.
Start engine of motorcycle with
discharged battery in usual
way; if engine does not start,
wait a few minutes before re-
peating attempt in order to pro-
tect starter motor and donor
battery.
Allow both engines to idle for a
few minutes before disconnect-
ing the jump cables.
 Disconnect the jump cable
8 from the negative terminal first,
then disconnect the second
92 cable from the positive termi-
nal.
Install seat ( 40).
Battery
Maintenance
Maintenance instructions
Correct battery maintenance
combined with proper charging
and storage procedures extends
the battery's service life, and is
z also required for warranty claims.
Compliance with the points be-
low is important in order to maxi-
mize battery life:
Keep the surface of the battery
clean and dry.
Do not open the battery.
Do not top up with water.
Be sure to read and comply
with the instructions for charg-
ing the battery on the following
pages.
Do not turn the battery upside
down.
ATTENTION
Discharging of the connected
battery by the vehicle elec-
tronics (e.g. clock)
Total discharge of battery leading
to a rejection of warranty claims
During riding breaks of more
than 4 weeks, connect a
trickle-charger to the battery.
Charging a connected
battery
ATTENTION
Charging the battery con-
nected to the vehicle using
the battery terminals
Damage to the motorcycle's
electronics
Disconnect the battery be-
fore charging on the battery
terminals.
Disconnect battery from motor-
cycle ( 93).
Charging a disconnected
battery
Disconnect battery from motor-
cycle ( 93).
Charge battery using a suitable
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger.
Once battery is fully charged,
disconnect charger's terminal
clips from battery terminals.
NOTICE
In the case of longer periods
when the motorcycle is not be-
ing used, the battery must be
recharged regularly. See the
instructions for caring for your
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before returning it to
use.
Connect battery to vehicle
( 93).
Disconnect battery from
motorcycle
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Removing seat ( 39).
ATTENTION
Incorrect battery disconnec-
tion
Danger of short circuit Install seat ( 40).
Follow the disconnection
Removing battery
8
sequence.
Removing seat ( 39). 93
Disconnect the battery earth
Disconnect battery from motor-
lead 1 first.
cycle ( 93).
Then push the protective
cap 3 to the side and
Maintenance
disconnect the positive battery
cable 2.
Connect battery to vehicle
Remove the screw 1.
First install the positive battery
cable 2 and cover with the pro-
tective cap 3.
Then install negative battery
cable 1.

8
94
Maintenance
Unhook and lift up the holder 1
on the left.
Unloosen the holder from the
battery tray 2 on the right.
z The holder is now only at-
tached to the wiring harness 3.
Push the holder and the wiring
harness to the right out of the
way.
You can now remove the bat-
tery.
Lift the battery 4 up and out.
Work it back and forth slightly if
it is difficult to remove.
Install battery
Place the battery 4 in the bat-
tery compartment with the
positive terminal on the right
in the direction of travel.
Attach the right side of the
holder to the battery tray 2.
Fold the holder 1 down and
attach on the left.
The wiring harness 3 is now
back in its initial position.
Fit the screw 1.
Connect battery to vehicle
( 93).
Install seat ( 40).
NOTICE
If the motorcycle was
disconnected from the battery
for a longer time, the current
date must be entered in the
instrument cluster to ensure the
proper operation of the service
display.
Setting the date ( 37).
Fuses
Replace fuses 8
95
ATTENTION
Bypassing defective fuses
Risk of short circuit and fire
Do not bypass defective fuses.

Replace defective fuses with
new fuses.
Switch off ignition.
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Removing seat ( 39).
Press locking device 1.
Open the fuse box 2.
Replace defective fuse in ac-
cordance with following fuse
assignment diagram.
Fuse assignments ( 96)
Close the fuse box 2 again.
Make sure that the lock 1 has
engaged.
Maintenance
Press the lock 4 in on both
sides.
Remove the cap 5.
Replace defective fuse in ac-
cordance with following fuse z
assignment diagram.
Fuse assignments ( 96)
Replace the cap 5. Make sure
that the lock 4 on the fuse
box 3 engages.

NOTICE
If the fuses blow frequently, have
the electrical system checked by
an authorized specialized work-
 shop, preferably an authorized
8 BMW Motorrad retailer.
Fuse 2 Fuse 6

96 Install seat ( 40).

7.5 A (Heated grips, data link
Fuse assignments connector, engine control unit,
additional onboard socket,
ABS pressure modulator)
Maintenance
10 A (Instrument cluster, en-
gine control unit)
Spare fuses 7

Fuse 3

30 A (Main fuse)

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Fuse 1
7.5 A (Oxygen sensor, evap-
orative emission valve, sec-
ondary air system, injection
system, electric fuel pump)
Fuse 4
20 A (ABS pressure modula-
tor)
Fuse 8 for radiator fan
Fuse 5 Fuse for radiator fan
15 A (Lighting, horn) 7.5 A (Radiator fan)
Diagnostic connector
Removing the diagnostic
connector
CAUTION
Incorrect procedure followed
when disconnecting the data
link connector for the On-
Board Diagnostics.
Motorcycle experiences malfunc-
tions
Only have the data link con-
nector disconnected by a spe-
cialist workshop or other autho-
rized persons during your next
BMW Service appointment.
Have the work performed by
appropriately trained staff.
Refer to the vehicle manufac-
turer specifications.
Removing seat ( 39).
8
97
Maintenance
Press the locks 1 together. Seat diagnostic connector 2
Remove the diagnostic con- into the bracket 3.
nector 2 from the bracket 3. The locks 1 engage.
The diagnosis and information Install seat ( 40).
system interface can be con- z
nected at the diagnostic con-
nector 2.
Securing data link
connector
Disconnect the diagnosis and
information system interface.
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98
8

Maintenance
Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
9
99
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Accessories
Topcase Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Maximum payload and maximum
speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

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 General instructions
9 ability of the parts and accessory
CAUTION
100
Use of products from other
manufacturers
Safety risk
BMW Motorrad cannot exam-
Accessories
ine or test each product of out-
side origin to ensure that it can
be used on or in connection
with BMW motorcycles without
constituting a safety hazard.
z Nor is this guarantee provided
when the official approval of
a specific country has been
granted. Tests conducted by
these instances cannot make
provision for all operating con-
ditions experienced by BMW
motorcycles and, consequently,
they are not sufficient in some
circumstances.
Use only parts and accessories
approved by BMW for your
motorcycle.
The safety, operation and suit-
products have been checked ex-
tensively by BMW. Therefore,
BMW assumes responsibility for
these products. BMW shall not
be liable for unapproved parts
and accessory products of any
kind.
Whenever you are planning mod-
ifications, comply with all the le-
gal requirements. The motorcy-
cle must not infringe on national
road-motorcycle construction and
use regulations of your country.
Your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer offers you qualified advice
in choosing genuine BMW parts,
accessories and other products.
More information on the topic of
accessories is available at:
bmw-motorrad.com/acces-
sories
Heated handlebar grips
with heated grips OA
Operating heated grips
Start engine.
NOTICE
The heated grips option can only
be activated when the engine is
running.
NOTICE
The increase in power consump-
tion caused by the heated grips
can drain the battery if you are
riding at low engine speeds.
NOTICE
The handlebar grips can be
heated at two different levels.
The second stage is intended for
rapid heating of the grips. Once
they are warm, you should switch
back to the first stage.
 Connection of electrical Mount topcase
devices 9
The ignition must be switched WARNING
101
on before electrical devices
Topcase not properly se-
connected to the power sock-
cured
ets can be operated.
Driving safety is impaired
Cable routing Topcase must not shake and

Operate rocker switch 1 on the
side with two dots to switch to
the high heater output.
Operate rocker switch 1 on the
side with one dot to switch to
the low heater output.
Return switch 1 to its center
position to switch off the heat-
ing.
Topcase
Power socket
with additional onboard
socket OA
Accessories
must be fastened clearance-
The cables from the onboard
free.
sockets to the auxiliary devices
must be routed in such a way
that they do not impede the
rider.
Cable routing must not restrict z
the steering angle and the han-
dling characteristics.
Cables must not be trapped.
with topcase OA Pull handle 1 up as far as it will
go.
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102

Accessories

Hook the topcase into the lug-
gage rack 4. Make sure that
the hooks 2 fit securely into
the corresponding mount-
z ings 3.
Press handle 1 down until it
engages.
Turn key in topcase lock into
Position 1 and remove.
Open topcase
Press lock barrel 1 forward.
Release lever 2 pops up.
Pull release lever all the way
up.
Topcase lid opens.

Turn key in topcase lock into

Position 1.
Close topcase Remove topcase
9
103

Accessories
Press release lever 1 down un-
Pull release lever 1 all the way til it engages. Turn key in topcase lock into
up. Turn key in topcase lock Position 1.
into LOCK position and Handle pops out.
Close topcase lid and hold it z
down. Ensure that no items remove.
are trapped between cover and
case.

NOTICE
You can also lock the topcase by
turning the lock to the LOCK
position. Under such circum-
stances, ensure that the key is
not in the Topcase.
Fold handle 1 all the way up.
 Raise the rear of the topcase
9 and pull it off luggage rack.
104
Topcase Light
with luggage rack OA
with topcase Light OA
Installing topcase Light
Accessories
WARNING
Topcase not properly se-
cured
z Driving safety is impaired
Topcase must not shake and
must be fastened clearance-
free.
Turn the key until it is vertical
in the lock.
Opening topcase Light
NOTICE
When the key is horizontal in
the lock, the release levers are
locked.
Insert the base 5 into the
slot 4.
Fit the mounting 6 onto the
hook 2.
Ensure that the release lever 1
engages and the topcase is
connected securely to the Push the release lever 1 in the
adapter 3. direction of the arrow.
To lock the release lever, turn Open the topcase lid 2.
the key until it is horizontal in
the lock and pull it out. Closing topcase Light
Turn the key until it is vertical
in the lock.
Turn the key until it is vertical
in the lock.

Close Topcase lid 1. Check
that nothing is trapped be-
tween the lid and case and that
the release lever 2 clicks into
place.
Turn the key in the topcase
lock 3 until it is horizontal and
remove the key from the lock.
The release levers are locked
You can neither open the top-
case nor remove it from the
adapter.
Removing the topcase
Light
Turn the key until it is vertical
in the lock.
Maximum speed when
riding with a loaded top- 9
case 105
with topcase OA
or
with topcase Light OA
max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)
Accessories
Push the release lever 1 in the Payload of Topcase
direction of the arrow.
Lift the topcase at the rear and with topcase OA
remove from the adapter 3. or
z
with topcase Light OA
Maximum payload and
max 7 lbs (max 3 kg)
maximum speed
Observe maximum payload and
maximum speed as indicated on
label in the topcase.
Contact your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer if you
cannot find your combination of
vehicle and topcase on the label.
The following values apply to the
combination described here:
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9

Accessories
106
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
10
107
Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 108
Cleaning sensitive motorcycle
parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Care
Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Paint preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 z
Store motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Return motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . 110
 Care products
10 BMW Motorrad recommends
108 that you use cleaning and
care products available at your
authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer. BMW CareProducts
have been materials tested,
Care
laboratory tested, and field tested
and provide optimum care and
z protection for the materials used
in your motorcycle.
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning
and care agents
Damage to motorcycle parts
Do not use any solvents such
as nitro thinners, cold cleaners,
fuel or similar, and do not use
cleaning agents that contain
alcohol.
Washing your
motorcycle
BMW Motorrad recommends
that you use BMW insect re-
mover to soften and wash off
insects and stubborn dirt on
painted parts prior to washing
the motorcycle.
To prevent stains, do not wash
the motorcycle immediately after
it has been exposed to bright
sunlight and do not wash it in the
sun.
To remove road salt, clean the
motorcycle with cold water im-
mediately after completion of ev-
ery trip.
WARNING
Damp brake disks and brake
pads after washing the mo-
torcycle, after riding through
water or in the rain
Poorer braking action, accident
hazard
Brake early until the brake ro-
tors and brake pads are dry.
ATTENTION
Increased effect of salt
caused by warm water
Corrosion
Only use cold water to remove
road salt.
ATTENTION
Damage caused by high wa-
ter pressure from high-pres-
sure cleaners or steam-jet
devices
Corrosion or short circuit, dam-
age to labels, to seals, to hy-
draulic brake system, to the elec-
trical system and the seat
Exercise caution when using
high-pressure or steam-jet
devices.

NOTICE
The case and Topcase do not
have surface coating. The best
possible appearance is preserved
by applying the following care
measures:
Remove road salt and corrosive
deposits immediately after com-
pletion of a trip with cold water.
Cleaning sensitive
motorcycle parts
Plastics
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning
agents
Damage to plastic surfaces
Do not use abrasive cleaners or
cleaners containing alcohol or
solvents.
Do not use insect sponges or
sponges with a hard surface.
Fairings and panels
Clean fairings and panels with
water and BMW plastic cleaner.
NOTICE
Soften stubborn dirt and dead
insects by covering the affected
areas with a wet cloth.
Topcase Light
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning
and care agents
Surface damage
Clean the surface with water
and a microfiber cloth only.
Chrome
Clean chrome sections care-
fully with plenty of water and
motorcycle cleaner from the
BMW Motorrad Care Products
range. This is required in particu-
lar for removing road salt.
Use chrome polish for additional
treatment. 10
Radiator 109
ATTENTION
Bending of radiator fins
Damage to radiator fins
Care
When cleaning, ensure that the
cooler fins are not bent. z
Clean radiator regularly. Use a
hose with low water pressure
to do this.
This prevents the engine from
overheating due to insufficient
cooling.
Rubber
Treat rubber parts with water or
BMW rubber protection coating
agent.
ATTENTION
Use of silicone sprays for
care of rubber seals
 Damage to rubber seals
10 Do not use silicone sprays
or care products that contain
110 silicone.
Paint
Washing the motorcycle regularly
Care
will help counteract the long-term
effects of substances that dam-
z age the paint, especially if your
motorcycle is ridden in areas
with high air pollution or natural
sources of dirt, e.g. tree resin or
pollen.
At the same time, you should
remove particularly aggressive
materials immediately; other-
wise changes in the paint and
discoloration can occur. These
include spilled fuel, oil, grease
and brake fluid as well as bird
droppings. We recommend you
use BMW Motorrad gloss polish
or BMW paint cleaner.
Contamination on the paint fin-
ish is particularly easy to see
after the motorcycle has been
washed. Remove this type of
soiling with cleaning naphtha or
spirit on a clean cloth or cotton
ball. BMW Motorrad recom-
mends using BMW tar remover
for removing tar spots. Then add
a protective wax coating to the
paint at these locations.
Paint preservation
BMW Motorrad recommends
applying BMW car wax or prod-
ucts containing carnauba wax or
synthetic wax to preserve your
paintwork.
When water fails to form beads
on the paint surface this indicates
it is time to apply wax.
Store motorcycle
Clean the motorcycle.
Completely fill the motorcycle's
fuel tank.
Removing battery ( 93).
Spray the brake and clutch
lever, and the center and side
stand pivots with a suitable lu-
bricant.
Protect metal and chrome-
plated parts with an acid-free
grease (Vaseline).
Park the motorcycle in a dry
space in such a way that both
wheels are under no load
(preferably by using the front
and rear-wheel stands available
from BMW Motorrad).
Return motorcycle to
use
Remove the protective wax
coating.
Clean the motorcycle.
Install battery ( 94).
Observe checklist ( 48).
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111

Care
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112

Care

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Technical data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Performance data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
11
113
Screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Technical data
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
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Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
 Troubleshooting chart
11 Engine does not start.
114 Possible cause Remedy
Side stand extended and gear engaged Fold in side stand.
Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) Set emergency off switch to operation mode
( 33).
Technical data

Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Operate the clutch or put the transmission into
idle so that the idle indicator lamp lights up.
No fuel in tank Refueling ( 55).
Battery drained Charging a disconnected battery ( 92).
Throttle grip actuated Do not actuate the throttle grip while starting the
z engine.
Screw connections
Front wheel Value Valid
11
115
Screw in front wheel quick-re-
lease axle
M12 x 20 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
Clamping screw in axle adapter

Technical data
M8 x 30 Tightening sequence: Tighten the
screws 6 times, alternating between one
and the other each time
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Rear wheel Value Valid
z
Locknut of drive-chain tension-
ing screw
M8 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Rear-wheel quick-release axle in
swinging arm
M18 x 1.5 74 lb/ft (100 Nm)
 Mirrors Value Valid
11 Right mirror (lock nut) to
116 adapter
M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Left mirror (lock nut) to adapter
M10 x 1.25 16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Technical data

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Fuel
Recommended fuel quality
Usable fuel quantity
Fuel reserve
Fuel consumption according to WMTC
Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity
Viscosity rating
SAE 15W-50, API SJ/JASO MA2
Engine oil, quantity for topping up
BMW recommends
Normal unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
11
87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 117
87 AKI
Approx. 2.9 gal (Approx. 11 l)
Approx. 1.1 quarts (Approx. 1 l)
Technical data
71 mpg (3.3 l/100 km)
Approx. 1.7 quarts (Approx. 1.65 l), with filter re-
placement
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Additives (for instance, molybdenum-
based substances) are prohibited, because
they would attack the coatings on engine
components, BMW Motorrad recommends
BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro Oil
max 185 ml, Difference between MIN and MAX
 Engine
11 Engine number location Lower part of crankcase, right
118
Engine type A82A03A
Engine design Water-cooled 1-cylinder four-stroke engine with
four valves (operated via rocker arms), two over-
head camshafts and a counterbalance shaft
Technical data

Displacement 313 cc (313 cm3)

Cylinder bore 3.1 in (80 mm)
Piston stroke 2.4 in (62.1 mm)
Compression ratio 10.9:1
Rated output 34 hp (25 kW), at engine speed: 9500 min-1
z
Torque 21 lb/ft (28 Nm), at engine speed: 7500 min-1
Maximum engine speed max 10800 min-1
Idle speed 1600±100 min-1, Engine at operating temperature
Emission standard Euro 4
Clutch
Clutch design Multi-disk wet clutch
11
119
Clutch lever play 0.04...0.08 in (1...2 mm), on the handlebar fitting,
handlebars in straight-ahead position, with cold
engine

Transmission

Technical data
Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated in
engine housing
Transmission gear ratios 3.083, Primary gear ratio
1:3.000, 1st gear
1:2.063, 2nd gear
1:1.588, 3rd gear
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1:1.286, 4th gear
1:1.095, 5th gear
1:0.955, 6th gear
 Rear-wheel drive
11 Type of final drive Endless Z-ring chain with rear damper in rear
120 wheel hub
Chain sag 1.6...2 in (40...50 mm), Motorcycle unloaded on
side stand
Permissible chain length max 5.7 in (max 144.30 mm), measured over the
Technical data

center of 10 rivets, chain under tension

Number of teeth of rear-wheel drive (Pinion/ 16/40
sprocket)
Secondary gear ratio 2.500

Frame
z
Frame design Lattice-tube frame
Location of type plate Frame at front left on steering head
Location of the vehicle identification number Frame at front right on steering head
Chassis and suspension
Front wheel
11
121
Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks
Spring travel, front 7.1 in (180 mm), on wheel
Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension Two-arm aluminum swinging arm

Technical data
Spring travel, rear 7.1 in (180 mm), on wheel

Brakes
Front wheel
Type of front brake 4-piston fixed caliper z
Front brake pad material Sintered metal
Front brake-disk thickness 0.2 in (5.0 mm), New
min 0.18 in (min 4.5 mm), Wear limit
11 Rear wheel
Type of rear brake 1-piston floating caliper
122
Rear brake pad material Organic
Rear brake-disk thickness 0.18 in (4.5 mm), New
min 0.16 in (min 4 mm), Wear limit
Blow-by clearance of footbrake lever 0.08...0.1 in (2.0...2.5 mm), between footbrake
Technical data

lever and stop at footrest plate

Wheels and tires

Speed category of front/rear tires H, minimum requirement: 130 mph (210 km/h)
Front wheel
z Front wheel design Aluminum cast wheel
Front-wheel rim size 2.50-19 MTH2
Front tire designation 110/80 R 19
Load index for front tire 59
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g)
Rear wheel
Rear wheel design Aluminum cast wheel
11
123
Rear-wheel rim size 4.0 " x 17 "
Rear tire designation 150/70 R 17
Load index for rear tire 69
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 1.6 oz (max 45 g)

Technical data
Tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure, front 24.7 psi (1.7 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-
up riding
Tire pressure, rear 27.6 psi (1.9 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-
up riding
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 Electrical system
11 Fuses
124
Fuse 1 7.5 A, Oxygen sensor, evaporative emission valve,
secondary air system, injection system, electric
fuel pump
Fuse 2 7.5 A, Heated grips, data link connector, engine
Technical data

control unit, additional onboard socket, ABS pres-

sure modulator
Fuse 3 30 A, Main fuse
Fuse 4 20 A, ABS pressure modulator
Fuse 5 15 A, Lighting, horn
z Fuse 6 10 A, Instrument cluster, engine control unit
Fuse for radiator fan 7.5 A, Radiator fan
Battery
Battery design AGM battery (Absorbent Glass Mat)
Battery voltage 12 V
Battery capacity 8 Ah
Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR9D-J
Light sources
Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 60 W / 55 W
11
125
Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Bulb for taillight/brake light LED
Light source for license plate light LED integrated into tail light
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Technical data
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Dimensions
Motorcycle length 81.7 in (2075 mm), over license-plate carrier
Motorcycle height 48.4 in (1230 mm), over windshield, at DIN un- z
laden weight
Motorcycle width 34.6 in (880 mm), using handlebar levers
33.9 in (860 mm), without mounted parts
Rider's seat height 32.9 in (835 mm), without rider, at DIN unladen
weight
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 73.6 in (1870 mm), without rider, at DIN unladen
weight
 Weights
11 Vehicle curb weight 374 lbs (169.5 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for
126 road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE
Permissible gross weight 761 lbs (345 kg)
Maximum payload 387 lbs (175.5 kg)
Technical data

Performance data
Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- max 36 %
ble total weight)
Top speed 89 mph (143 km/h)

z Accessories
Maximum speed when riding with a loaded top-
case
with topcase OA max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)
or
with topcase Light OA
Payload of Topcase
with topcase OA max 7 lbs (max 3 kg)
or
with topcase Light OA
Service
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 128
12
127
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Service
Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . 129
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
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Maintenance confirmations . . . . . . . . 134
Service confirmations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
 Reporting safety defects
12 If you think that your motorcycle has a fault which may cause an accident, injury or
128 death, you must inform the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
immediately and BMW of North America, LLC.
If the NHTSA receives other similar complaints, it may open an investigation. If it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, the NHTSA may order the manufac-
Service

turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign. However, the NHTSA cannot become
involved in individual problems between you, your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer,
z or BMW of North America, LLC.
You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hotline on 1–888–327–4236
(Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting
the website at http:⁄⁄ www.safercar.gov or by writing to Administrator, NHTSA, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Further information on vehicle safety is
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WARNING
Improperly performed main-
tenance and repair work
Accident hazard caused by sub-
sequent damage
BMW Motorrad recommends
having corresponding work
on the motorcycle carried out
by a specialized workshop,
preferably by an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
To ensure that your BMW con-
sistently remains in optimal con-
dition BMW Motorrad urges you
to observe the recommended
service intervals.
Have all maintenance and repair
work confirmed in the "Service"
chapter in this manual. Doc-
umentation confirming regular
maintenance is essential for gen-
erous treatment of claims sub-
mitted after the warranty period
has expired (goodwill).
You can obtain information on
the contents of the BMW Ser-
vices from your BMW Motorrad
retailer.
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services 12
As the owner of a new BMW 129
motorcycle, in the event of a
breakdown you can benefit from
the protection afforded by the
various BMW Motorrad mobil-
Service
ity services (e.g. BMW Roadside
Assistance, breakdown service,
vehicle recovery service).
Contact your authorized z
BMW Motorrad retailer for
additional information on available
mobility-maintenance services.
Maintenance
procedures
BMW pre-delivery check
The BMW pre-delivery check is
carried out by your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer before it
turns the motorcycle over to you.
 BMW running-in check fore the next service date, service
12 Mileage until running-in
must be performed sooner.
The service display in the multi-
130 check function display reminds you of
the next service date approx. one
311...746 miles
month or 620 miles (1000 km)
(500...1200 km)
before the entered values.
Service

BMW Service More information on the topic of

BMW Service is carried out once service is available at:
a year. The scope of the ser- bmw-motorrad.com/service
z vices performed may be depen-
dent on the motorcycle owner The required scope of mainte-
and the mileage driven. Your nance work for your motorcy-
BMW Motorrad retailer confirms cle can be found in the following
that the service has been per- maintenance plan:
formed and enters the date for
the next service.
For riders who drive long dis-
tances annually, it may be neces-
sary to come in for service before
the entered date. In this case a
corresponding maximum odome-
ter reading will also be entered in
the confirmation of service. If this
odometer reading is reached be-
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Service
131
12
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Service
132
12
Maintenance schedule c every 24000 miles
1 BMW Running-in check
(10000 km) or every 4 12
years (whichever comes
(including oil change) 133
first)
2 Standard BMW Service
3 Engine oil change with fil-
ter
4 Replace air cleaner insert

Service
5 Replace spark plug
6 Check valve clearance
7 Telescopic fork oil change
8 Replace fuel filter and fuel z
hoses
9 Replace hoses from intake
silencer to cylinder head
and evaporative emission
valve
10 Change brake fluid in en-
tire system
a annually or every
6000 miles (10000 km)
(whichever comes first)
b for the first time after one
year, then every 2 years
 Maintenance confirmations
12 BMW Service standard scope
134 The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual
maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ.
Perform a vehicle test with the BMW Motorrad diagnosis system
Checking coolant level
Checking/adjusting clutch play
Service

Checking accelerator Bowden cable for ease of movement, chafing and kinks, and play
Checking the front brake pads and brake disc for wear
z Checking rear brake pads and brake disk for wear
Visually inspecting the brake lines, brake hoses and connections
Checking tire inflation pressure and tread depth
Checking and lubricating the chain drive
Checking the brake fluid level of the front wheel brake
Checking the brake fluid level of the rear wheel brake
Checking steering-head bearing
Lubricating the side stand
Checking the lighting and signal system
Functional check for engine starting suppression
Final inspection and check for road safety
Setting the service due date and remaining distance before next service using the BMW Motorrad diag-
nosis system
Checking charging state of battery
Confirming the BMW service in the vehicle literature
BMW pre-delivery
check
BMW Running-in
Check
12
performed performed 135

on on
at km

Next service

Service
latest
on
or, if reached earlier z
at km

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

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BMW Service Work performed
136
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Replacing air cleaner element

latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
z or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
137
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Replacing air cleaner element
latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
138
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Replacing air cleaner element

latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
z or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
139
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Replacing air cleaner element
latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
140
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Replacing air cleaner element

latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
z or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
141
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Replacing air cleaner element
latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
142
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Replacing air cleaner element

latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
z or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
143
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Replacing air cleaner element
latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
144
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Replacing air cleaner element

latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
z or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
145
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Replacing air cleaner element
latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
146
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Replacing air cleaner element

latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
z or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
147
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Replacing air cleaner element
latest Oil change - telescopic fork
Replacing all spark plugs
on
or, if reached earlier
Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z
maintenance)
at km Replace the hose from intake silencer
to cylinder head and tank vent valve
(in maintenance)
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 Service confirmations
12 The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional acces-
148 sories and special campaigns performed.
Work performed at km Date
Service

z
Work performed at km Date
12
149

Service
z
 A Maintenance instructions, 92
13 Abbreviations and symbols, 6
ABS
150 Indicator and warning light, 26
Operating, 38
Self-diagnosis, 50
Technology in detail, 60
Accessories
Index
General instructions, 100
z Onboard power socket, 101
Topcase, 101, 104
Anti-Lock Brake System ABS, 52
Average values
Displaying average fuel
consumption (CONS1), 36
Displaying average speed
(SPEED), 36
Resetting, 38
B Chain
Battery
Charging a disconnected
battery, 92
Connect to vehicle, 93
Disconnect from vehicle, 93
Installing, 94
Replacing LED tail light, 90
Position on vehicle, 14 Replacing light sources for
Recharging connected low-beam and high-beam
battery, 92 headlight, 87
Replacing parking light light
Removing, 93
source, 88
Technical data, 124
Vehicle voltage is too low, 25 Technical Data, 125
Brake fluid
Check fluid level at rear, 72 C
Check front fluid level, 71 Care
Care products, 108
Front reservoir, 13
Chrome, 109
Rear reservoir, 13
Fairings and panels, 109
Brake pads
Paint, 110
Breaking in, 51
Paint preservation, 110
Check front, 69
Plastics, 109
Check rear, 70
Radiator, 109
Brakes
Checking operation, 68 Rubber, 109
Safety information, 52 Washing your motorcycle, 108
Technical data, 121
Adjust tension, 85
Breaking in, 51
Adjustment values, 11
Bulbs
Replace license plate light, 90 Checking tension, 86
Checking wear, 86
Replacing front and rear turn
indicator light sources, 89
 Lubricating, 86 Diagnostic connector Topping up, 67, 68
Checklist, 48 fasten, 97 Engine speed warning, 51 13
Clock Loosen, 97 Equipment, 6 151
Adjusting, 37 Dimensions
Clutch Technical data, 125 F
Adjust play, 74 Fairing
Checking operation, 73 E Front trim panel, removing and
Checking play, 74 Electrical system installing, 43

Index
Technical data, 124 Frame
Technical data, 119
Emergency on/off switch (kill Technical data, 120
Coolant
switch)
z
Check fill level, 74 Front wheel stand
Fluid level indicator, 13 Emergency off, 33 Mounting, 65
Topping up, 75 Operating, 33 Fuel
Operation mode, 33 Displaying current fuel
Warning light for consumption (CONSA), 36
overtemperature, 25 Position on motorcycle, 16
Engine Filling location, 13, 55
Coolant temperature
In emergency operation, 25 Fuel specifications, 54
Displaying (ENGIN), 36
Parking, 33 Refueling, 55
too high, 25
Severe fault, 26 Technical data, 117
Cruising range
Starting, 48 Technical Data, 117
Displaying (RANGE), 36
Technical data, 118 Fuel reserve
D Cruising range, 29
Engine oil
Date Indicator lamp, 27
Checking the filling level, 67
Adjusting, 37
Oil fill location, 11
Displaying (DATE), 36 Technical data, 117
Service due date, 28
 Fuses I Operating low-beam
13 Position on vehicle, 14 Ignition
Switching off, 33
headlight, 34
Replacing, 95 Operating parking lights, 34
152 Switching on, 32
Technical Data, 124 Low-fuel warning light, 27
Indicator lights, 17 Luggage
H Fuel reserve, 27 Grab handle, 13
Headlight Overview, 20 Loading information, 46
Adjusting, 42 Instrument cluster
Index

Adjusting for RHD/LHD Engine speed warning, 17 M

traffic, 42 Overview, 17 Maintenance
z
Headlamp range and spring Photosensor, 17 General instructions, 64
preload, 43 Warning and indicator lights, 17 Maintenance intervals, 129
Headlight range adjustment, 43 Maintenance schedule, 133
Headlight flasher J Maintenance confirmations, 134
Operating, 34 Jump-start, 91 Mirrors
Headlight range Adjusting, 42
K Mobility Services, 129
Adjusting, 43
Keys, 32
Heated handlebar grips Motorcycle
Operating, 100 L Care, 107
High-beam headlight Lights Cleaning, 107
Switching on, 34 Adjusting headlight, 42 Parking, 53
Horn, 15 Control, 15 Returning to use, 110
Operating headlight flasher, 34 Storage, 110
Operating high-beam Tying down, 56
headlight, 34
Multifunction display, 17 Left-side multifunction S
Overview, 21 switch, 15 Safety instructions
On braking, 52
13
Select display readings, 36 Multifunction display, 21
On riding, 46 153
Multifunction switch Right side of vehicle, 13
General view, left, 15 Right-hand multifunction Seat
General view, right, 16 switch, 16 Installing, 40
Underneath seat, 14 Locking mechanism, 11
N Removing, 39

Index
Warning and indicator lights, 20
Notice concerning current Service, 129
status, 7 Display, 28
P z
Paint care, 110 Reporting safety defects, 128
O
Performance data Service display, 28
Odometer
Technical data, 126 Settings
Displaying (ODO), 36
Photosensor, 17 Displaying (SETUP), 36
Resetting, 37
Pre-Ride-Check, 49 Headlight, 42
Onboard power socket
Information on use, 101 R Mirrors, 42
Position on motorcycle, 11 Rear-wheel drive Spring preload, 43
Onboard tool kit Technical data, 120 Spark plugs
Contents, 64 Rear-wheel stand Technical data, 124
Position on vehicle, 14 Mounting, 66 Speedometer, 21
Overview of warning Refueling, 55 Spring preload
indicators, 23 Fuel specifications, 54 Adjusting, 43
Overviews Rider's Manual (US Model) Rear adjuster, 11
Instrument panel, 17 Position on vehicle, 14 Starting, 48
Left side of vehicle, 11 Control, 16
 Steering lock Spark plugs, 124 Type plate
13 Locking, 32 Standards, 7 Position on motorcycle, 11
Storing, 110 Transmission, 119
154 V
Suspension Weights, 126
Vehicle identification number
Technical data, 121 Wheels and tires, 122 Position on motorcycle, 13
Switching off, 53 Threaded fasteners, 115 VIN
Tires Vehicle identification
T
Index

Breaking in, 51 number, 13

Tachometer Checking tire tread depth, 76
Tachometer, 29
z Checking tyre pressure, 76 W
Technical data Warning lamps, 17
Battery, 124 Inflation pressures, 123
Maximum speed, 47 ABS, 26
Brakes, 121
Technical data, 122 Coolant temperature, 25
Chassis and suspension, 121
Tire inflation pressure table, 11 Displays, 22
Clutch, 119
Topcase Electrical system voltage, 25
Dimensions, 125
Operating, 101, 104 Engine warning, 26
Electrical system, 124
Torques, 115 Overheating, 25
Engine, 118
Transmission Overview, 20
Engine oil, 117
Technical data, 119 Symbol for engine
Frame, 120
Tripmeter electronics, 25
Fuel, 117
Displaying (TRIP1, TRIP2), 36 Weights
Fuses, 124 Load capacity table, 11
Troubleshooting chart, 114
Light sources, 125
Turn indicators Technical data, 126
Performance data, 126 Control, 15
Rear-wheel drive, 120 Operating, 34
Wheels
Checking wheel rims, 76 13
Install front wheel, 79
155
Install rear wheel, 83
Removing front wheel, 77
Removing rear wheel, 81
Size change, 77

Index
Technical data, 122

z
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Index

z
The descriptions and illustrations Original Rider's Manual, printed in
in this manual may vary from Germany.
your own motorcycle's actual
equipment, depending upon its
equipment level and accessories
as well as your specific national
version. No claims stemming
from these differences can be
recognized.
Dimensions, weights, fuel con-
sumption and performance data
are quoted to the customary tol-
erances.
The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions excepted.

© 2017 Bayerische Motoren

Werke Aktiengesellschaft
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Reprints and duplication of this
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hibited without the express writ-
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Aftersales.
Important data for refueling:

Fuel
Recommended fuel quality Normal unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)
87 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 2.9 gal (Approx. 11 l)
Fuel reserve Approx. 1.1 quarts (Approx. 1 l)
Tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure, front 24.7 psi (1.7 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-up rid-
ing
Tire pressure, rear 27.6 psi (1.9 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-up rid-
ing

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