BMW F 800 Gs

BMW Motorrad
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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
make the best possible use of all
your BMW's technical features.
In addition, it contains informa-
tion on maintenance and care to
help you maintain your vehicle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
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Table of Contents
Multifunction switch, Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 48
1 General instructions . . . . 5 right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Light signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Multifunction switch, right, Sound signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Abbreviations and with optional extras . . . . . . . . . . 24 Emergency off switch (kill
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 27 Grip heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 28 BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 53
Actuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 29 BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . 54
2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Warning and telltale Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
General view, left side . . . . . . . 11 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
General view, left side, with Fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
optional extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
General view, right side . . . . . 15 Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . 32 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
General view, right side, with Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 32 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
optional extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Electronic Suspension Ad-
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 18 justment ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Underneath the seat with Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
optional extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . 43
Underneath the trim Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 21 Rider's Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Stopwatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Multifunction switch, left, Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
with optional extras . . . . . . . . . . 22 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 68 Aluminium cases . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Comply with checklist . . . . . . . 71 Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . 144
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Aluminium topcase . . . . . . . . 101 Cleaning easily damaged
Twistgrip brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Two-way radio box . . . . . . . . 103 components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Fire extinguisher. . . . . . . . . . . 104 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 105 Laying up the motor-
Off-roading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 General instructions . . . . . . . 106 cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Toolkit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Protective wax coating . . . . 146
Parking your motorcycle . . . . 78 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Restoring motorcycle to
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Secure motorcycle for trans- Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 10 Technical data . . . . . . 147
portation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 148
6 Engineering details . . . . . 83 Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 149
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Brake system with Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 85 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 127 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Electronic engine manage- Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
ment with BMW Motorrad Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Body panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 155
7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 90 Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 156
Auxiliary headlights . . . . . . . . . . 91 Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Riding specifications . . . . . . 161
11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
BMW Motorrad Service . . . 164
BMW Motorrad Mobility
services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 164
Maintenance schedule . . . . 167
Standard BMW service . . . . 168
Confirmation of mainten-
ance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Confirmation of service . . . . 174
12 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Certificate for electronic
immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
13 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

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

Overview Abbreviations and Instruction.
1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual symbols Result of an activity.
6 will provide you with an initial CAUTION Low-risk hazard.
overview of your motorcycle. All Non-avoidance can lead to Reference to a page with
maintenance and servicing work slight or moderate injury. more detailed informa-
on the vehicle is documented in tion.
WARNING Medium-risk
Chapter 11. This record of the
hazard. Non-avoidance can
maintenance work you have had Indicates the end of a

lead to fatal or severe injury.
performed on your vehicle is a passage relating to spe-
precondition for generous treat- DANGER High-risk haz- cific accessories or items
ment of goodwill claims. ard. Non-avoidance leads of equipment.
When the time comes to sell to fatal or severe injury.
your BMW, please remember ATTENTION Special Tightening torque.
to hand over this Rider's Manual; notes and precautionary
it is an important part of the mo- measures. Non-compliance can
torcycle. Technical data.
lead to damage to the vehicle or
z accessory and, consequently, to
Optional extras for special voiding of the warranty.
vehicles and the use of these OE Optional extras.
items are described in additional NOTICE Specific instruc- The vehicles are as-
sections or directly after the tions on how to operate, sembled complete with
descriptions for the standard control, adjust or look after items all the BMW Motorrad
items of equipment. of equipment on the vehicle. optional extras originally
ordered.
Indicates the end of an
item of information.

OA Optional accessories. BMW and selected optional ac- Actuality
You can obtain cessories (OA). This explains why
The high safety and quality 1
BMW Motorrad the manual may also contain de-
standards of BMW motorcycles 7
optional accessories scriptions of equipment which
are maintained by constant
through your authorised you have not ordered. Please
development work on designs,
BMW Motorrad dealer; note, too, that your motorcycle
equipment and accessories.
optional accessories might not be exactly as illus-
Because of this, your motorcycle
have to be retrofitted to trated in this manual on account
may differ from the information
the vehicle. of country-specific differences.
supplied in the Rider's Manual.
If your BMW was supplied with
EWS Electronic immobiliser. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely
equipment not described in
rule out errors and omissions.
this Rider's Manual, you will
ABS Anti-lock brake system. We hope you will appreciate that
find these features described in
no claims can be entertained on
separate manuals.
ASC Automatic Stability Con- the basis of the data, illustrations
trol. or descriptions in this manual.
Technical data
ESA Electronic Suspension All dimensions, weights and
Adjustment. power ratings stated in the z
Rider's Manual are quoted to the
Equipment standards and comply with the
tolerance requirements of the
When you ordered your BMW
Deutsches Institut für Normung
motorcycle, you chose various
e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual
items of custom equipment.
countries may differ.
This Rider's Manual describes
optional extras (OE) offered by

1
8

General views
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2
9
General view, left side, with optional
extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
General views
General view, right side, with op-
tional extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Underneath the seat with optional
extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
z
Underneath the trim panel . . . . . . . . . . 20
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Multifunction switch, left, with op-
tional extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Multifunction switch, right, with op-
tional extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

2
10
General views

General view, left side
1 Power socket ( 90) 2
2 Seat lock ( 64) 11
3 Engine-oil filler neck and
oil dipstick ( 107)
General views
z

2
12
General views

General view, left side,
with optional extras 2
1 Radio transceiver box 13
( 103)
2 Auxiliary battery in radio
transceiver box ( 142)
3 Fire extinguisher ( 104)
General views
4 Loudspeaker for hailing
system ( 50)
Loudspeaker for siren
( 51)

2
14
General views

General view, right side
1 Fuel filler neck ( 80) 2
2 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 15
( 112)
3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
( 111)
4 VIN, type plate (on
General views
steering-head bearing)
5 Coolant level indicator (be-
hind side panel) ( 113)
6 Adjuster, spring preload
( 59)
7 Adjuster for damping char-
acteristic ( 60) z

2
16
General views

General view, right side,
1 LED 360° marker strobe 17
( 49)
2 LED marker strobe ( 49)
General views
z

Underneath the seat
2 1 Stowage
18 with first-aid kit OA
Location of the first-aid kit
2 Standard toolkit ( 106)
3 Payload table
4 Table of tyre pressures
General views
5 Helmet holder ( 65)

6 Rider's Manual
7 Tool for adjusting spring
preload ( 59)

Underneath the seat
1 Fuse box ( 134) 19
General views
z

Underneath the trim
2 panel
20 1 Battery ( 138)
2 Air-filter housing ( 136)
General views

Multifunction switch,
left 2
1 High-beam headlight and 21
headlight flasher ( 47)
2 Select display ( 44)
3 Hazard warning flashers
( 48)
General views
4 with LED auxiliary head-
lights OA
Operation of the auxiliary
headlights ( 91)
5 Operation of the flashing
turn indicators ( 48)
6 Horn z
7 with Electronic
Suspension Adjustment
(ESA) OE
Operating ESA ( 61)
8 Operating the ABS
( 53)
with Automatic Stability
Control (ASC) OE
Operating ASC ( 54)

2 left, with optional
22 extras
1 Operation of the hailing
system ( 50)
Operation of the siren
( 51)
General views
2 Selection of the sound sig-

nal ( 50)
Operation of the siren
( 51)

right 2
1 with heated handlebar 23
grips OE
Grip heating control
( 52)
2 with off-road mode ABS
General views
and ASC OE
Off-road mode ( 55)
3 Emergency off switch (kill
switch) ( 52)
4 Starter button ( 71)

2 right, with optional
24 extras
1 Operation of the strobe
marker lights, with blue
status-indicator light
( 49)
General views
2 Operation of the lights-off

setting, with green status-
indicator light ( 50)
3 Operation of the 360°
strobe marker light, with
blue status-indicator light
z ( 49)
4 Twistgrip brake ( 74)

Instrument panel
1 Warning and telltale lights 2
( 30) 25
2 Speedometer
3 Setting clock ( 43).
with on-board com-
puter OE
General views
Operation of the stopwatch
( 45)
4 Multifunction display
( 28)
5 Select display ( 44).
Resetting tripmeter
( 45). z
6 Ambient-light brightness
sensor (for adapting the
brightness of the instru-
ment lighting)
with on-board com-
puter OE
Redline warning ( 76)
7 Rev. counter

2
26
General views

Status indicators
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3
27
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Warning and telltale lights . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Status indicators
Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Multifunction display
3 1 Warning for engine elec-
28 tronics ( 37)
2 without indicator
with heated handlebar
grips OE
Display showing chosen
Status indicators
level of grip heating

( 52)
3 without indicator
with on-board com-
puter OE
Stopwatch ( 45)
4 Time ( 43)
5 Warning for coolant tem-
z perature ( 36)
6 Service due ( 32)
7 Value range of the odo-
meter ( 44)

8 without indicator Meaning of symbols
with on-board com-
with on-board computer OE 3
puter OE
29
On-board computer read- Distance travelled after fuel
ings ( 44) down to reserve ( 31)
Symbols of the on-board
computer ( 29)
Average consumption
9 Coolant temperature
Status indicators
display
10 without indicator
with on-board com- Average speed
puter OE
Gear indicator; "N" indic-
ates neutral Current consumption
11 Fuel level ( 31)
12 Setting riding mode z
with off-road mode ABS
Ambient temperature
and ASC OE
( 32)
Adjust off-road mode
( 55).
13 a warning is displayed
within the value range of
the odometer ( 33)
14 a trip odometer is dis-
played ( 44)

Warning and telltale
3 lights
30 1 ABS telltale and warning
light ( 38)
2 without indicator
with Automatic Stability
Control (ASC) OE
Status indicators
ASC telltale and warning

light ( 39)
3 Warning light for fuel down
to reserve ( 31) ( 36)
4 General warning light, in
combination with warnings
in the display ( 33)
z 5 High-beam headlight tell-
tale light
6 Telltale light for right turn
indicators
7 with LED auxiliary head-
lights OA
Telltale light for additional
headlights ( 91)
8 Telltale light for neutral
9 Telltale light for left turn
indicators

Fuel level Fuel reserve
NOTICE
Due to the complex shape of the The amount of fuel present in 3
The ABS symbol might differ, fuel tank, it is impossible to de- the fuel tank when the fuel warn- 31
depending on the specifics of termine the fuel level when the ing light is switched on is de-
national regulations. tank is approaching capacity. For pendent on vehicle dynamics.
this reason, the fill-level indicator The more the fuel moves in-
only displays the bottom half of side the tank (due to regularly
Status indicators
the filling capacity in detail. changing angles of heel, fre-
quent braking and acceleration),
the more difficult it becomes to
determine the reserve volume.
For this reason, the fuel reserve
volume cannot be displayed ex-
actly.
with on-board computer OE z

After the fuel warning light
comes on, the distance that
If the fill-level indicator reaches has travelled since this time is
the 1/2-mark 1, the fuel tank displayed.
is half-full. From then on, the The distance that can still be
fill-level will be displayed more travelled using the reserve
precisely. volume depends on the style of
If the fuel reserve is reached, the driving (usage) and the amount
fuel warning light will come on. of fuel remaining at the time the
light came on.

The odometer for the fuel re- is accompanied by the 'Gener-
3 serve is reset when the amount al' warning light showing yellow.
of fuel is greater than the reserve The word "Service" remains per-
32 manently visible.
volume.
NOTICE
Service-due indicator
If the service-due indicator ap-
Status indicators
pears more than a month before

the service date, the date saved
If the vehicle covers long dis- in the instrument cluster must
tances in the course of the year, be adjusted. This situation can
under certain circumstances it occur if the battery was discon-
might be necessary to have it nected for a prolonged period of
serviced at a date in advance of time.
the forecast due date. When the If you want to have the date
z countdown distance to the odo- set consult a specialist work-
If the next service is due in less meter reading at which a service shop, preferably an authorised
than one month, the date for the is due drops below 1000 km, BMW Motorrad dealer.
next service 1 is shown briefly the distance is counted down in
after the Pre-Ride-Check com- steps of 100 km 1 and is shown Ambient temperature
pletes. The month and year are briefly after the Pre-Ride-Check
completes. with on-board computer OE
displayed with two and four di-
gits respectively, separated by a When the motorcycle is at
If service is overdue, the
colon. In the example, the display a standstill the heat of the
due date or the odometer
represents “June 2014”. engine can falsify the ambient-
reading at which service was due
temperature reading. If the effect

of the engine's heat becomes ex-
cessive, -- temporarily appears 3
on the display.
If ambient temperature drops be- 33
low 3 °C the temperature display
flashes to draw your attention
to the risk of black ice form-
ing. The display automatically
Status indicators
switches from any other mode
to the temperature reading when Warnings that do not have warn- A reading in values area 2
the temperature drops below this ing lights of their own are indic- that constitutes a warning
threshold for the first time. ated by 'General' warning light 1 is accompanied by warning
showing in combination with a triangle 3. These warnings can
Warnings text warning or a warning symbol alternate with the odometer
in the multifunction display. The readings ( 44).
Mode of presentation 'General' warning light shows red z
Warnings are indicated by the or yellow, depending on the ur- The status of the 'General' warn-
corresponding warning lights. gency of the warning. ing light matches the most ur-
gent warning.
The possible warnings are listed

on the next page.

3 Warnings, overview
34
Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning
lights display
lights up yellow + "EWS" appears Electronic immobiliser active ( 36)
on the display
Status indicators
lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 36)
lights up red flashes Coolant temperature too high ( 36)
lights up yellow appears on the Engine in emergency-operation mode

display ( 37)
z lights up yellow + "LAMP" appears Bulb defective ( 37)
on the display
"x.x °C" flashes Outside temperature warning ( 38)
flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed

( 38)
lights up ABS deactivated ( 38)

Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning
lights display 3
lights up ABS fault ( 38) 35
quick-flashes ASC intervention ( 39)
Status indicators
slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed
( 39)
lights up ASC deactivated ( 39)
lights up ASC fault ( 39)

Electronic immobiliser
3 active WARNING ATTENTION
36 General warning light shows Irregular engine operation or Riding with overheated en-
yellow. engine shutdown due to lack gine.
of fuel. Engine damage
+ "EWS" appears on the
Risk of accident. Damage to Compliance with the
display.
catalytic converter. information set out below is
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Possible cause: Do not run the fuel tank dry. essential.

The key being used is not au- Possible cause: Possible cause:
thorised for starting, or commu- The fuel tank contains no more If the coolant level is too low.
nication between key and engine than the reserve quantity of fuel. Checking coolant level
electronics is disrupted.
( 113).
Remove all other vehicle keys Reserve fuel
If the coolant level is too low:
from the same ring as the igni-
Topping up coolant ( 114).
tion key.
z Use the reserve key. min 2.7 l
Possible cause:
Have the defective key re- Refuelling ( 80).
The coolant temperature is too
placed, preferably by an au- high.
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Coolant temperature too
If possible, ride in the part-load
high
range to cool down the engine.
Fuel down to reserve General warning light shows
In traffic jams, switch off the
Warning light for fuel down red.
engine, but leave the ignition
to reserve shows. switched on so that the radi-
Temperature symbol
flashes. ator fan continues to operate.

If the coolant temperature Possible cause:
is frequently too high, have The engine control unit has dia-
WARNING
3
the fault rectified as soon gnosed a fault. In exceptional Failure of lights on the
as possible by a specialist 37
cases, the engine stops and re- vehicle adds to possibility of
workshop, preferably an fuses to start. Otherwise, the en- other road users overlooking
authorised BMW Motorrad gine runs in emergency operating the vehicle.
dealer. mode. Safety risk
You can continue to ride, but
Status indicators
Engine in emergency- Replace defective bulbs as
bear in mind that the usual en- soon as possible; always carry
operation mode gine performance might not be a complete set of spare bulbs if
General warning light shows available. possible.
yellow. Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a Possible cause:
Engine symbol appears on Bulb defective.
the display. specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad Visually inspect to ascertain
dealer. which bulb is defective. z
WARNING Replacing low-beam and high-
Bulb defective beam headlight bulb ( 128).
Unusual ride characterist-
ics when engine running in General warning light shows Replacing parking-light bulb
emergency-operation mode. yellow. ( 129).
Risk of accident Replacing LED for brake light
+ "LAMP" appears on the
Adapt your style of riding ac- and tail light ( 131).
display.
cordingly. Replacing bulbs for front and
Avoid accelerating sharply and rear turn indicators ( 131).
overtaking.

with LED auxiliary headlights OA particular danger of black ice ABS deactivated
3 Replace auxiliary headlights forming on bridges and where ABS telltale and warning
( 133). the road is in shade. light shows.
38
Ride carefully and think well
Outside temperature Possible cause:
ahead.
warning The rider has switched off the
with on-board computer OE ABS self-diagnosis not ABS system.
completed Activating the ABS function
Status indicators
"x.x °C" (ambient tempera- ( 54).

ture) flashes. ABS telltale and warning
light flashes. ABS fault
Possible cause:
The air temperature measured Possible cause: ABS telltale and warning
at the motorcycle is lower than The ABS function is not light shows.
3 °C. available, because self- Possible cause:
diagnosis did not complete. The
WARNING The ABS control unit has detec-
z motorcycle has to move forward
ted a fault.
Risk of black ice forming at a few metres for the wheel
You can continue to ride. Bear
temperatures above 3 °C, sensors to be tested.
in mind that the ABS function
even though no ambient- Pull away slowly. Bear in mind
is not available. Bear in mind
temperature warning is is- that the ABS function is not
the more detailed information
sued. available until self-diagnosis has
on certain situations that can
Risk of accident due to icy sur- completed.
lead to ABS fault messages
face. ( 86).
Always take extra care Have the fault rectified as
when temperatures are quickly as possible by a
low; remember that there is specialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorrad ASC telltale and warning Possible cause:
dealer. light slow-flashes. The rider has switched off the 3
Possible cause: ASC system.
ASC intervention Activate ASC
39
with Automatic Stability Control Self-diagnosis did not complete,
(ASC) OE so the ASC function is not avail- ASC fault
able. The engine must be run-
with Automatic Stability Control
ASC telltale and warning ning and the motorcycle must
(ASC) OE
Status indicators
light quick-flashes. reach a speed of at least 5 km/h)
The ASC has detected a degree in order for ASC self-diagnosis to ASC telltale and warning
of instability at the rear wheel complete. light shows.
and has intervened to reduce Pull away slowly. Bear in mind
torque. The warning light flashes that the ASC function is not Possible cause:
for longer than ASC intervention available until self-diagnosis has The ASC control unit has detec-
lasts. This affords the rider visual completed. ted a fault. The ASC function is
feedback on control intervention not available.
even after the critical situation ASC deactivated You can continue to ride. Bear z
has been dealt with. with Automatic Stability Control in mind that the ASC function
(ASC) OE is not available. Bear in mind
ASC self-diagnosis not the more detailed information
completed ASC telltale and warning on situations that can lead to
with Automatic Stability Control light shows. an ASC fault ( 87).
(ASC) OE Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorrad
3 dealer.
40
Status indicators

Operation
Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4
41
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Operation
Stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Electronic Suspension Adjustment z
ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Light signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Sound signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Emergency off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Grip heating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Rider's Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Ignition switch Switching on ignition Switch off the ignition
4 Keys
42 You receive 2 ignition keys.
Please consult the information on
the electronic immobiliser (EWS)
if a key is lost or mislaid ( 43).
Ignition switch, fuel filler cap lock
Operation
and seat lock are all operated

with the same key.
with cases OA Turn the key to position 1. Turn the key to position 2.
z with topcase OA Parking lights and all function Lights switched off.
If you wish you can arrange to circuits switched on. Handlebars not locked.
have the cases, the topcase and Engine can be started. Key can be removed.
the radio box fitted with locks Pre-Ride-Check is performed Electrically powered accessor-
that can be opened with the ( 72) ies remain operational for a lim-
same key. Consult a specialist ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- ited period of time.
workshop, preferably an author- gress. ( 73) The battery can be recharged
ised BMW Motorrad dealer. with Automatic Stability Control via the on-board socket.
(ASC) OE
ASC self-diagnosis is per- Locking handlebars
formed. ( 73) Turn the handlebars all the way
to left

gine to be started if the key is You can obtain emergency/extra
identified as “authorised”. keys only through an authorised 4
BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys
NOTICE are part of an integrated security 43
system, so the dealer is under an
A spare key attached to the
obligation to check the legitimacy
same ring as the ignition key
of all applications for replace-
used to start the engine could
ment/extra keys.
Operation
"irritate" the electronics, in
which case the enabling signal
Turn the key to position 3, for starting is not issued. The Clock
while moving the handlebars EWS warning appears in the Setting clock
slightly. multifunction display. z
Ignition, lights and all function Always keep the spare key sep- WARNING
circuits switched off. arately from the ignition key.
Adjusting the clock while rid-
Handlebars locked.
If you lose a key, you can have ing.
Key can be removed.
it barred by your authorised Risk of accident
BMW Motorrad dealer. If you Set the clock only when the
Electronic immobiliser
wish to do this, you will need motorcycle is stationary.
The electronic design of the to bring all other keys for the
motorcycle allows it to access Switch on the ignition.
motorcycle with you.
data stored in the ignition key by
The engine cannot be started by
means of a ring antenna located
a barred key, but a key that has
in the ignition switch. The engine
been barred can subsequently be
control unit will only allow the en-
reactivated.

Reading with on-board computer OE
4 Select display
44 Switch on the ignition.
Operation
Press and hold down button 1

until the hours number 2 Press button 1 to select the
z flashes. reading in values area 2.
Repeatedly press the button The following values can be dis-
until the hours number is cor- played:
rect. Press button 1 to select the
Ambient temperature (°C)
reading in values area 2.
Press and hold down the but- Average speed in km/h
ton until the minutes number 3 The following values can be dis-
flashes. played:
Repeatedly press the button Odometer (shown) Average consumption in
until the minutes number is Tripmeter 1 (Trip I) l/100 km
correct. Tripmeter 2 (Trip II)
Current consumption in
Hold down the button until the l/100 km
Warnings, if applicable
minutes number stops flashing.
This completes the process. distance travelled after fuel
down to reserve in km

Resetting tripmeter Stopwatch
Switch on the ignition. 4
Select the desired tripmeter. 45
Operation
until the value shown is reset. You can switch from the odo-
meter reading to a stopwatch 2. z
Stopwatch The readout is in hours, minutes,
Press and hold down button 1 with on-board computer OE seconds and tenths of a second,
until the tripmeter reading is with dots as separators.
reset. By swapping the functions of
button 1 and the INFO button
Resetting the average on the handlebar fitting you can
values make the stopwatch easier to
with on-board computer OE use (as a lap timer) as you ride.
If you swap the functions in this
Switch on the ignition. way the stopwatch and the odo-
Select average consumption or meter are operated by means of
average speed. the INFO button and you must

use button 1 to operate the on- Changing button
4 board computer. functions
The stopwatch continues to time
46 in the background if you switch
back temporarily to the odometer
reading. Similarly, the stopwatch
continues timing if you temporar-
ily switch off the ignition.
Operation
Operating stopwatch
When the stopwatch is
stopped, press button 2 to
z start timing with the stopwatch. Press button 1 and button 2
When the stopwatch is running, at the same time and hold
press button 2 to stop timing them down until the reading
with the stopwatch. changes.
Press and hold down button 2 FLASH (redline warning) ap-
to reset the stopwatch. pears, along with ON or OFF.
Press button 2.
If necessary, use button 1 to
LAP (Lap-Timer) and ON or
switch from the odometer to
OFF appear.
the stopwatch. Repeatedly press button 1 until
the reading shows the mode
you want.

ON: Stopwatch operated by Low-beam headlight High-beam headlight and
means of the INFO button on The low-beam headlight comes headlight flasher 4
the handlebar fitting. on automatically under the fol-
OFF: Stopwatch operated by 47
lowing conditions:
means of button 2 in the in- If the engine is started
strument panel. If the vehicle is pushed while
To save the setting, press the ignition is on.
button 1 and button 2 at
Operation
the same time and hold
them down until the reading NOTICE
changes. When the engine is not running
you can switch on the lights by Push switch 1 forward to z
Lights switching on the ignition and switch on the high-beam
Side light either switching on the high- headlight.
The side lights switch on auto- beam headlight or operating the
Pull switch 1 back to operate
matically when the ignition is headlight flasher.
the headlight flasher.
switched on.
Parking light
NOTICE Switch off the ignition.
The side lights place a strain on
the battery. Do not switch the
ignition on for longer than abso-
lutely necessary.

Operate centre button 1 to
4 NOTICE cancel the turn indicators.
48 The turn indicators are cancelled
automatically after the defined Hazard warning
time and distance. The defined flashers
time and distance can be set by Operate hazard warning
flashers
dealer.
Operation
Switch on the ignition.

Immediately after switching off NOTICE
the ignition, push button 1 to
z the left and hold it in this po- The hazard warning flashers
sition until the parking lights place a strain on the battery.
come on. Do not use the hazard warning
Switch the ignition on and off flashers for longer than absolutely
again to switch off the parking necessary.
lights.
NOTICE
Turn indicators Push button 1 to the left to
If you press a turn-indicator
Operating the turn switch on the left turn indicat-
button with the hazard warning
indicators ors.
flashers switched on, the turn-
Push button 1 to the right to
Switch on the ignition. indicator function is activated
switch on the right turn indicat-
instead of the hazard warning
ors.
flashers, and remains active
until you release the button.

The hazard warning flashers Light signals How to interpret the indicator
recommence flashing as soon as
Operating front LED
light: 4
the button is released. Blue status-indicator light on:
marker strobes LED marker strobe lights are 49
on
Blue status-indicator light flash-
ing: LED marker strobe lights
faulty
Operation
Centre the switch to switch the
front LED marker strobe lights
off.
Operate rear marker light / z

Press button 1 to switch on Switch on the ignition. 360° marker strobe
the hazard warning flashers.
Ignition can be switched off. NOTICE
Press button 1 again to switch The front LED marker strobes
off the hazard warning flashers. place a load on the second
battery. Switch on LED marker
strobes for a limited time period
only.
Press bottom section of
switch 1 to turn on the front
Switch on the ignition.
LED marker strobes.

Blue status-indicator light flash- Sound signals
4 NOTICE ing: 360° marker strobe light is
Operate hailing system
The 360° marker strobe places defective
50 Centre the switch to switch the
a load on the second battery.
Switch on 360° marker strobe for 360° marker strobe light off.
a limited time period only.
Activate lights-off setting
Operation
WARNING
Riding with the 360° marker
strobe extended.
Risk of accident
z Do not ride the motorcycle Press top section of switch 1
with the 360° marker strobe to set the hailing system to
extended. standby mode.
Press bottom section of The hailing system sounds one
switch 1 to switch on the 360° Press top section of switch 1 complete hailing cycle when
marker light or the rear marker to activate the lights-off setting. horn button 2 is pressed.
lights. Dipped beam, side lights and Press bottom section of
How to interpret the indicator tail light are switched off. switch 1 to activate the hailing
light: How to interpret the indicator system in constant-operation
Blue status-indicator light ON: light: mode.
360° marker strobe light is Green status-indicator light ON: Centre the switch 1 to switch
switched on Lights-off setting is active the hailing system off.
Centre the switch to deactivate
the lights-off setting.

When the siren is active, press
NOTICE NOTICE the horn button 2 to toggle 4
The "hailing system" function is There is a choice of tone se- from one siren operating mode
to the next. 51
not available unless the marker quences and siren sounds for
light has been activated. different countries. The program- Centre the switch 1 to switch
ming unit and the replacement the siren off.
parts are available from your au-
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Operation
Operate siren
Press switch 1 to select the

type of hailing-system signal, Press top section of switch 2
for example day and night sig- to set the siren to "hold &
nal or city and countryside sig- peak" for activation when the
nal. horn button 1 is pressed.
Press top section of switch 1
Press bottom section of
to activate the siren in yelp
NOTICE switch 2 to set the siren to
mode.
"airhorn" for activation when
Different countries use different Press bottom section of horn button 1 is pressed.
hailing-system signals, so the switch 1 to activate the siren in
signal can vary. wail mode.

The siren sounds in the corres- Do not operate the kill switch
4 ponding mode for as long as when riding. NOTICE
horn button 1 is pressed down. The emergency off switch is a The heating in the heated
52
kill switch for switching off the handlebar grips can be activated
Emergency off switch engine quickly and easily. only when the engine is
(kill switch) running.
Operation
NOTICE
The increase in power consump-
tion caused by having the heated
handlebar grips switched on can
z drain the battery if you are rid-
ing at low engine speeds. If the
charge level is low, the heated
handlebar grips are switched off
1 Emergency off switch (kill A Engine switched off
to ensure the battery's starting
switch) B Normal operating position capability.
(run)
WARNING Grip heating

Operation of the kill switch with heated handlebar grips OE
while riding.
Risk of fall due to rear wheel
Operating grip heating
locking. Start the engine.

stage one as soon as the grips
are warm. 4
50 % heating power
53
100 % heating power
Operation
The selected heating stage will
be saved if you allow a certain
Repeatedly press button 1 until length of time to pass without Press and hold down button 1
the desired heating stage ap- making further changes. until the ABS telltale and warn-
pears on the display. ing light changes status. z
BMW Motorrad ABS ABS telltale and warning
light shows.
Deactivating the ABS
function with Automatic Stability Control
Bring the motorcycle to a stop (ASC) OE
or, if the motorcycle is at a Initially, the ASC symbol
standstill, switch on the igni- changes status. Press and
tion. hold down button 1 until the
ABS telltale and warning
light responds. Under these
The handlebar grips have two- circumstances, there is no
stage heating. Stage two 2 is change in the ASC setting.
for heating the grips quickly: it Release button 1 within two
is advisable to switch back to seconds.

ABS telltale and warning ABS telltale and warning
4 light remains on. light remains off or contin- NOTICE
ues to flash. You have the option of deactiv-
54 The ABS function is deactivating the ASC function while the
ated. The ABS function is activated.
motorcycle is on the move.
Activating the ABS You also have the option of
function switching the ignition off and
Operation
then on again.
NOTICE
An ABS fault has occurred if the
z ABS telltale and warning light
shows when the motorcycle ac-
celerates to a speed in excess
of 5 km/h after the ignition was
switched off and then on again.
until the ASC telltale and warn-
Press and hold down button 1 ing light changes status.
until the ABS telltale and warn-
BMW Motorrad ASC
ASC telltale and warning
ing light changes status. with Automatic Stability Control light shows.
ABS telltale and warning (ASC) OE
Release button 1 within two
light goes out; if self- seconds.
diagnosis has not completed it Deactivating the ASC
function ASC telltale and warning
starts flashing. light remains on.
Release button 1 within two Switch on the ignition.
seconds.

The ASC function is deactiv- ASC telltale and warning BMW Motorrad has developed
ated. light remains off or contin- two operational scenarios for 4
ues to flash. your motorcycle from which you
Activating the ASC 55
can select the scenario suitable
function The ASC function is activated. for your situation:
ROAD: On-road riding
You also have the option of
ENDURO: Off-road mode
switching the ignition off and
Operation
then on again. In both the ABS and ASC sys-
NOTICE tems, the level of wheel slip is
optimised for each riding surface.
An ASC fault has occurred if the
ASC telltale and warning light NOTICE z
shows when the motorcycle ac- Detailed information regarding
celerates to a speed in excess the off-road mode can be found
of 5 km/h after the ignition was in the section entitled "Engineer-
until the ASC telltale and warn-
switched off and then on again. ing details".
ing light changes status.
ASC telltale and warn-
ing light goes out; if self-
Riding mode Adjust off-road mode
diagnosis has not completed it Riding mode with off-road mode ABS and
starts flashing. with off-road mode ABS and ASC OE
Release button 1 within two ASC OE
seconds. Prerequisite: On-road riding is
active.

Symbol for off-road mode 2
4 ATTENTION flashes.
Activation of the off-road While riding: If the prerequis-
56 ites for riding mode adjust-
mode (Enduro) when riding
on-road. ments mentioned below are
Risk of crash due to lack of sta- met, the off-road mode is activ-
bility when the vehicle brakes or ated:
Throttle twistgrip in idle posi-
Operation
accelerates in the control range

of ABS or ASC. tion
Switch on the off-road mode Press button 1. Brake not applied
(enduro) for off-roading only. Mode adjustment is activated. Clutch pulled
Symbol for on-road riding 2 At standstill: Activation takes
z Switching on ignition ( 42). place after approx. 2 seconds.
flashes.
NOTICE Symbol for off-road mode 2 is
continuously displayed.
If a riding mode was selected Symbol for on-road riding is
prior to switching the ignition off, suppressed.
it remains further active after a
new starting. Adjust on-road riding
with off-road mode ABS and
ASC OE
Prerequisite: Off-road mode is

active.
Operate button 1 again. Switching on ignition ( 42).

Symbol for off-road mode is
NOTICE suppressed. 4
If a riding mode was selected 57
prior to switching the ignition off, Clutch
it remains further active after a Adjusting clutch lever
new starting.
WARNING
Operation
Adjusting the clutch lever
while riding.
Operate button 1 again.
Risk of accident
Symbol for on-road riding 2
flashes. Do not attempt to adjust the
clutch lever unless the motor- z
While riding: If the prerequis-
cycle is at a standstill.
ites for riding mode adjust-
ments mentioned below are
met, the on-road mode is activ-
Press button 1. ated:
Mode adjustment is activated. Throttle twistgrip in idle posi-
Symbol for off-road mode 2 tion
flashes. Brake not applied
Clutch pulled
At standstill: Activation takes
place after approx. 2 seconds.
Symbol for on-road riding 2 is Turn adjusting screw 1
continuously displayed. clockwise to increase the span

between the clutch lever and
4 the handlebar grip. WARNING NOTICE
Turn adjusting screw 1 Adjusting the brake lever The adjusting screw is easier to
58 counter-clockwise to reduce while riding. turn if you push the brake lever
the span between the clutch Risk of accident forward.
lever and the handlebar grip.
Do not attempt to adjust the
NOTICE brake lever unless the motor- Mirrors
Operation
cycle is at a standstill. Adjusting mirrors

The adjusting screw is easier to
turn if you push the clutch lever
forward.
z
Brakes
Adjust the handbrake
lever
WARNING
Changed position of the Turn adjusting screw 1 Turn the mirror to the desired
brake fluid reservoir. clockwise to increase the span position.
Air in the brake system. between the brake lever and
Do not turn the handlebars or the handlebar grip.
the handlebar fitting on the Turn adjusting screw 1
handlebar. counter-clockwise to reduce
the span between the brake
lever and the handlebar grip.

Adjust mirror arm Locknut (mirror) to
clamping piece 4
59
Joining compound: Multi-wax
spray
20 Nm
Push the protective cap over
Operation
the threaded fastener.
Spring preload Remove on-board toolkit 1.

Push protective cap 1 up over
Setting
the threaded fastener on the z
mirror arm. It is essential to set spring pre-
Slacken nut 2. load of the rear suspension to
Turn the mirror arm to the ap- suit the load carried by the mo-
propriate position. torcycle. Increase spring preload
Tighten the nut to the spe- when the motorcycle is heavily
cified tightening torque, while loaded and reduce spring preload
holding the mirror arm to en- accordingly when the motorcycle
sure that it does not move out is lightly loaded.
of position.
Adjust spring preload for WARNING
rear wheel
Spring preload setting and
Removing seat ( 64).
spring-strut damping setting
not matched.

Impaired handling. Stow the on-board toolkit in its
4 Adjust spring-strut damping to correct position.
suit spring preload. Install the seat ( 64).
60
If you want to increase spring
preload, use the tool from the
Damping
on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 Setting
clockwise. Damping must be adapted to suit
Operation
If you want to reduce spring the condition of the surface on

preload, use the tool from the which the motorcycle is ridden
on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 and to suit spring preload. Adjust the damping charac-
counter-clockwise. An uneven surface requires teristic by turning adjusting
z softer damping than a smooth screw 1.
Basic setting of spring
preload, rear surface.
An increase in spring preload
Turn the dial counter-clock- requires firmer damping, a re-
wise as far as it will go (One- duction in spring preload re-
up riding without luggage) quires softer damping.
Turn the dial counter-clock-
Adjust the damping for
wise as far as it will go, then
make 12 clockwise rotations
rear wheel
(One-up riding with luggage) Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
Turn the dial clockwise as far If you want a harder damping
cycle on its stand.
as it will go (Two-up riding and characteristic, turn adjusting
luggage)

screw 1 in the direction indic- Call up settings
ated by the H arrow.
Basic setting of rear-
suspension damping Switch on the ignition. 4
If you want a softer damping
characteristic 61
characteristic, turn adjusting
screw 1 in the direction indic- Turn the adjusting screw
ated by the S arrow. as far as it will go in the
clockwise direction and then
Basic setting of rear-
back it off 1 turn (Two-up with
Operation
suspension damping
luggage)
characteristic
without Electronic Electronic Suspension
Suspension Adjustment Adjustment ESA
(ESA) OE z
with Electronic Suspension Ad- Press button 1 to view the cur-
Turn the adjusting screw as rent setting.
justment (ESA) OE
far as it will go in the clock-
wise direction and then back it Possible settings
off one and a half turns (One- With the help of Electronic
up without luggage) Suspension Adjustment (ESA),
Turn the adjusting screw as you can calibrate the rear-wheel
far as it will go in the clock- damping to the terrain with ease.
wise direction and then back it Three settings are available for
off one and a half turns (One- damping.
up with luggage)
The currently selected damping

is shown on the multifunction

display at 1. The meanings of certain length of time to pass
4 the readings are as follows: without pressing button 1.
COMF Comfortable damping The ESA indicator disappears
62 characteristic from the display as soon as
NORM Normal damping char- adjustment completes.
acteristic
SPORt Sporty damping char- Tyres
acteristic
Operation
Checking tyre pressure

The setting shows briefly, then WARNING
Press button 1 to view the cur-
disappears automatically.
rent setting.
Incorrect tyre pressure.
z Adjust the chassis and To make different adjustment to
the damping: Impairment of the motorcycle's
suspension handling characteristics. Shorter
Repeatedly press button 1 until
Switch on the ignition. useful tyre life.
the setting you want to use
appears on the display. Always check that the tyre
pressures are correct.
NOTICE
WARNING
You can adjust the damping
characteristic while the motor- Tendency of valve inserts in-
cycle is on the move. stalled vertically top open
by themselves at high riding
The setting shown on the
speeds.
display is automatically
accepted as the damping Sudden loss of tyre pressure.
characteristic if you allow a

Install valve caps fitted with Headlight to suit the weight carried by the
rubber sealing rings and tighten
Adjusting headlight for
motorcycle. 4
firmly.
driving on left/driving on NOTICE 63
Make sure the ground is level
right
and firm and place the motor- If there are doubts about the cor-
cycle on its stand. If the motorcycle is ridden in a rect headlight beam throw, have
Check tyre pressures against country where the opposite rule the setting checked by a special-
of the road applies, its asymmet-
Operation
the data below. ist workshop, preferably an au-
ric low-beam headlight will tend thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Tyre pressure, front to dazzle oncoming traffic.
Have the headlight set Adjusting headlight beam
accordingly by a specialist throw
2.2 bar (one-up, tyre cold) workshop, preferably an z
2.5 bar (two-up and/or with authorised BMW Motorrad
luggage, tyre cold) dealer.
Tyre pressure, rear Headlight beam throw and

spring preload
Headlight beam throw is gener-
2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold)
ally kept constant when spring
2.9 bar (two-up and/or with preload is adjusted to suit load.
luggage, tyre cold) Spring preload adjustment might
If tyre pressure is too low: not suffice only if the motorcycle Slacken screws 1 on left and
Correct tyre pressure. is very heavily loaded. Under right.
these circumstances, headlight
beam throw has to be adjusted

Adjust beam throw by tilting Seat
4 the headlight slightly about its
Removing seat
horizontal axis.
64 Tighten screws 1 on left and Make sure the ground is level
right. and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Beam-throw basic setting
Operation
Lift seat 2 at the front and re-

lease the key.
z Pull the seat out from below
the two-way radio box.
Remove the seat and place
it, rubber buffers down, on a
clean surface.
Slacken screws 1 on left and Turn the key to the left in seat
right. lock 1 and hold it in this pos- Install the seat
ition while pressing down the
Tilt the headlight slightly Push the seat in below the
about its horizontal axis until front part of the seat. two-way radio box.
arrowhead 2 is pointing toward
marker 3.
Tighten screws 1 on left and
right.

4
65
Operation
Engage the seat in holders 3. Use a plastic-sheathed steel
Firmly press down on the seat cable to secure the helmet to ATTENTION
at the front. helmet holder 1 on left or right. Attachment of the helmet on z
The seat engages with an aud- the left side of the vehicle.
ible click. Damage due to hot rear silencer.
Attach the helmet on the right-
Helmet holder hand side of the vehicle.
Secure the helmet to
motorcycle ATTENTION
Removing seat ( 64). Incorrect positioning of the
helmet lock.
Scratch marks on trim panel.
Make sure the lock is out of
the way when you hook the
helmet into position.

Pass the steel cable through Stowing the pocket in the rear
4 the helmet and the holder and of the vehicle.
position cable and helmet as
66 shown here.
Install the seat ( 64).
Rider's Manual
Operation
Stowing the Rider’s

Manual
Tuck the Rider’s Manual(s) into
the pocket provided.
z Slightly raise the leads 2.
Push the pocket backwards
underneath the cables and rear
frame strut 3 until the rolled-
up edge of the pocket is below
the rear frame strut.
Remove protective film 4 and
attach the velcro to the pocket
in such a way that it cannot
slide around any further.
Make the opening side of the
pocket as narrow as possible,
then fasten the velcro 1.

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Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5
67
Comply with checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Twistgrip brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
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Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 z
Off-roading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Secure motorcycle for transporta-
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Safety instructions standard-height suspension (see Lowering the motorcycle's
5 Rider's equipment
the section entitled "Technical suspension shortens suspension
data"). travel. Ride comfort might be
68 The following clothing will protect restricted as a result. Be sure to
you for every journey: WARNING adjust spring preload accordingly,
Helmet particularly for riding two-up.
When a motorcycle with
Motorcycling jacket and
lowered suspension is cor-
trousers Load correctly
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nering, certain components

Gloves
can come into contact with WARNING
Boots the surface at a bank angle
z less than that to which the Handling adversely affected
This applies even to short
journeys, and to every season rider is accustomed. by overloading and imbal-
of the year. Your authorised Risk of falling anced loads.
BMW Motorrad dealer will be Carefully try out the limits of Risk of falling
glad to advise you on the correct the motorcycle's bank angle Do not exceed the permissible
clothing for every purpose. and adapt your style of riding gross weight and be sure to
accordingly. comply with the instructions on
Restricted angle of heel Test your motorcycle's angle loading.
with lowered suspension OE of heel in situations that do not Adjusting spring preload set-
involve risk. When riding over ting and damping to the total
A motorcycle with lowered
kerbs and similar obstacles, bear weight.
suspension has less ground
in mind that your motorcycle's with cases OA
clearance and cannot corner
ground clearance is limited. Ensure that the case volumes
at angles of heel as extreme
as those achievable by a on the left and right are
counterpart motorcycle with equal.

with cases OA with tank rucksack OA fect the handling of your motor-
or Note the maximum permissible cycle, e.g.: 5
with aluminium cases OA payload of the tank rucksack Spring-strut and shock-ab-
sorber system not set up cor- 69
Make sure that the weight is (see also the section entitled
uniformly distributed between "Accessories"). rectly
right and left. Imbalanced load
Payload of tank bag
Pack heavy items at the bot- Loose clothing
tom of the cases and toward Insufficient tyre pressure
Riding
the inboard side. max 5 kg Poor tyre tread
Note the maximum permissible Added luggage systems such
payload and the speed limit with rear softbag OA as cases, topcase and tank z
for riding with cases fitted, as Note the maximum permiss- rucksack.
stated on the label inside the ible payload of the rear softbag
case (see also the section en- (see also the section entitled Maximum speed with
titled "Accessories"). "Accessories"). knobbly tyres or winter
tyres
with topcase OA Payload of rear softbag
or DANGER
with aluminium topcase OA
max 1.5 kg Top speed of the motorcycle
Note the maximum permissible
payload and the speed limit higher than the permissible
for riding with topcase fitted,
Speed maximum rated speed of the
as stated on the label inside If you ride at high speed, always tyres.
the case (see also the section bear in mind that various bound- Risk of accident due to tyre dam-
entitled "Accessories"). ary conditions can adversely af- age at high speed.

Comply with the tyre-specific Risk of burn injury Stop the engine immediately if
5 speed restrictions. it misfires
Always bear the maximum per- CAUTION Use only unleaded fuel
70
missible speed of the tyres in Comply with all specified main-
Engine and exhaust system
mind when riding a motorcycle tenance intervals.
become very hot when the
fitted with knobbly tyres or winter vehicle is in use.
tyres. Risk of burn injury ATTENTION
Riding
Affix a label stating the maximum When you park the vehicle
permissible speed to the instru- Unburned fuel in catalytic
make sure that no-one and no converter.
ment panel in the rider's field of objects can come into contact
z vision. Damage to catalytic converter.
with the hot engine and ex-
Note the points listed for
haust system.
Risk of poisoning protection of the catalytic
Exhaust fumes contain carbon Catalytic converter converter.
monoxide, which is colourless
If misfiring causes unburned fuel Risk of overheating
and odourless but highly toxic.
to enter the catalytic converter,
WARNING there is a danger of overheating ATTENTION
and damage.
Exhaust gases adversely af- The following guidelines must be Engine running for prolonged
fecting health. observed: period with vehicle at stand-
Risk of asphyxiation Do not run the fuel tank dry still.
Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Do not attempt to start or run Overheating due to insufficient
Do not run the engine in an the engine with a spark-plug cooling. In extreme cases, the
enclosed space. cap disconnected motorcycle could catch fire.

Do not allow the engine to idle Always before riding off: Check engine oil level ( 107).
unnecessarily. Operation of the brake system Check front brake pad thick- 5
Ride away immediately after Operation of the lights and sig- ness ( 109).
starting the engine. 71
nalling equipment Check rear brake pad thickness
Checking clutch function ( 110).
Tampering ( 114). Check brake-fluid level, front
Check the tyre tread depth brakes ( 111).
ATTENTION Check the brake-fluid level, rear
( 115).
Riding
Tampering with the motor- Cases correctly installed and brakes ( 112).
cycle (e.g. engine manage- luggage secured Checking coolant level
( 113). z
ment ECU, throttle valves,
Every 3rd refuelling stop: Lubricate the chain ( 116).
clutch).
without Electronic Suspension Check chain sag ( 116).
Damage to the affected parts,
Adjustment (ESA) OE
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions. Damage due to tampering Adjust spring preload for rear Starting
is not covered by the warranty. wheel ( 59).
Start engine
Do not tamper with the vehicle without Electronic Suspension
in any way that could result in Adjustment (ESA) OE ATTENTION
tuned performance.
Adjust the damping for rear Sufficient gearbox lubrication
wheel ( 60). only with the engine is run-
Comply with checklist
with Electronic Suspension Ad- ning.
At regular intervals, use the
justment (ESA) OE Gearbox damage
checklist below to check your
Adjust the chassis and Do not allow the motorcycle to
motorcycle.
suspension ( 62). roll for a lengthy period of time

or push it a long distance with the twistgrip slightly to open If the engine refuses to start,
5 the engine switched off. the throttle. consult the troubleshooting
Switch on the ignition. chart in the section entitled
72 "Technical data". ( 148)
Pre-Ride-Check is performed
( 72) Pre-ride check
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
The instrument panel runs a test
gress. ( 73)
of the instruments and the telltale
Riding
with Automatic Stability Control

and warning lights when the ig-
(ASC) OE
nition is switched on: this is the
z ASC self-diagnosis is per- so-called "Pre-Ride-Check". The
formed. ( 73) test is aborted if you start the en-
Select neutral or, if a gear is gine before it completes.
Press starter button 1.
engaged, pull the clutch lever.
NOTICE Phase 1
NOTICE The rev. counter and speedo-
The start attempt is automatic- meter needles both swing to
You cannot start the motorcycle
ally interrupted if battery voltage the limit values on their scales.
with the side stand extended and
is too low. Recharge the battery At the same time, all the warn-
a gear engaged. The engine will
before you start the engine, or ing lights and telltale lights are
switch itself off if you start it with
use jump leads and a donor bat- switched on in succession.
the gearbox in neutral and then
tery to start.
engage a gear before retracting Phase 2
the side stand. See the subsection on jump
starting in "Maintenance" for The general warning light
When starting a cold engine more details. changes from yellow to red.
at low ambient temperatures:
disengage the clutch and turn The engine starts.

Phase 3 few metres for the wheel-speed After the ABS self-diagnosis
The rev. counter and speedo- sensors to be tested. completes, an indicator show- 5
meter needles both swing to ing an ABS fault will appear.
Phase 1 73
the starting position on their You can continue to ride. Bear
scales. At the same time, all the Test of the diagnosable system in mind that the ABS function
warning lights and telltale lights components with the vehicle at a is not available.
switched on in the initial phase standstill. Have the fault rectified as
are switched off in reverse se- quickly as possible by a
Riding
quence. light flashes. specialist workshop, preferably
If a needle did not move or if a
Phase 2 dealer. z
warning light or telltale light did
not show: Test of the wheel-speed sensors ASC self-diagnosis
Have the fault rectified as as the vehicle pulls away from
rest. with Automatic Stability Control
quickly as possible by a (ASC) OE
an authorised BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad ASC performs
light flashes.
dealer. self-diagnosis to ensure its op-
ABS self-diagnosis erability. Self-diagnosis is per-
ABS self-diagnosis formed automatically when you
completed
BMW Motorrad ABS performs switch on the ignition.
The ABS telltale and warning
self-diagnosis to ensure its op-
light goes out. Phase 1
erability. Self-diagnosis is per-
formed automatically when you Check all the telltale and warn- Test of the diagnosis-compat-
switch on the ignition. The mo- ing lights. ible system components with
torcycle has to move forward a the vehicle at a standstill.

ASC telltale and warning an authorised BMW Motorrad
5 light slow-flashes. dealer. WARNING
74 Failure of automatic throttle

Phase 2 Twistgrip brake closure because twist grip
Test of the diagnosis-compat- brake overtightened.
ible system components while Loss of vehicle control. Risk of
the motorcycle is on the move accident.
(speed at least 5 km/h)).
Riding
Do not tighten the twistgrip

ASC telltale and warning brake past the point at which
light slow-flashes. the twistgrip can return auto-
z matically to the closed-throttle
ASC self-diagnosis
position.
completed
The ASC telltale and warning The twistgrip brake provides a
1 Twistgrip brake means of adjusting the ease of
light goes out.
movement of the throttle twist-
If an indicator showing an ASC grip.
fault appears when ASC self- WARNING
diagnosis completes: Stiff throttle twistgrip.
You can continue to ride. Bear Vehicle speed can be adapted
in mind that the ASC function only very slowly to changing
is not available. traffic conditions.
Have the fault rectified as Use the throttle twistgrip brake
quickly as possible by a only for special duties and not
specialist workshop, preferably for ordinary riding/traffic-control
duty.

Comply with the rpm limits for Tyres
running in. New tyres have a smooth sur- 5
Running-in speed face. This must be roughened by 75
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tyres
<5000 min-1 are run in. This running in pro-
Do not omit the first running-in cedure is essential if the tyres are
to achieve maximum grip.
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check after 500 - 1200 km.
a movement stiffer Brake pads WARNING

b movement easier
z
New brake pads have to bed New tyres losing grip on wet
down before they can achieve roads and at extreme bank
Running in their optimum friction levels. You angles.
can compensate for this initial re- Risk of accident
Engine duction in braking efficiency by Ride carefully and avoid ex-
Until the first running-in check, exerting greater pressure on the tremely sharp inclines.
vary the throttle opening and levers.
engine-speed range frequently;
WARNING
Speed
avoid riding at constant engine
rpm for prolonged periods. with on-board computer OE
New brake pads.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period on Longer stopping distance. Risk
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- of accident.
ing high-speed main roads and Apply the brakes in good
highways if possible. time.

Redline warning Activating redline warning them down until the reading
5 changes.
76 Off-roading
After off-roading
BMW Motorrad recommends
checking the following after riding
Riding
the motorcycle off-road:
Tyre pressure
z
The redline warning indicates Press button 1 and button 2
WARNING
that engine revolutions have at the same time and hold
reached the rev. counter's red them down until the reading Riding on surfaced roads
segment. This signal is shown by changes. with tyre pressures lowered
the sensor 1 flashing in red. FLASH (redline warning) ap- for off-roading.
The signal remains active un- pears, along with ON or OFF. Risk of accident due to impaired
til you shift up or reduce engine Repeatedly press button 1 until handling characteristics.
speed. You can activate or deac- the reading shows the mode Always check that the tyre
tivate the redline warning. you want. pressures are correct.
ON: Redline warning activated.
OFF: Redline warning deactiv- Brakes
ated.
To save the setting, press WARNING
button 1 and button 2 at Riding on unsurfaced roads
the same time and hold or dirty road surfaces.

Delayed braking effect due to If you have been off-roading, Brakes
dirty brake discs and brake pads. be sure to correct spring pre-
How can stopping 5
Apply the brakes in good time load and spring-strut damping
until the brakes have been characteristics before you re- distance be minimised? 77
cleaned. turn to surfaced roads. Each time the brakes are applied,
a load distribution shift takes
ATTENTION Rims place with the load shifting for-
BMW Motorrad recommends ward from the rear to the front
Riding
Riding on unsurfaced roads checking the rims for damage wheel. The sharper the vehicle
or dirty road surfaces. after off-roading. decelerates, the more load is
Increased brake-pad wear. shifted to the front wheel. The z
Check the thickness of the Air filter element higher the wheel load, the more
brake pads more frequently braking force can be transmitted
and replace the brake pads in ATTENTION without the wheel locking.
good time. Dirty air-filter element. To optimise stopping distance,
Engine damage apply the front brakes rapidly and
Spring preload and shock- keep on increasing the force you
If you ride in dusty terrain
absorber settings apply to the brake lever. This
check the air filter element for
clogging at shorter intervals; makes the best possible use of
WARNING the dynamic increase in load at
clan or replace as necessary.
Changed values for spring the front wheel. Remember to
Operation in very dusty condi- pull the clutch at the same time.
preload and spring-strut
tions (desert, steppes, or the like) In the "panic braking situations"
damping for riding off-road.
necessitates the use of air filter that are trained so frequently,
Impaired handling characteristics
elements specially designed for braking force is applied as rap-
on surfaced roads.
conditions of this nature. idly as possible and with the

rider's full force applied to the Wet and dirty brakes dirt, or dismount and clean the
5 brake levers; under these circum- Wetness and dirt on the brake brakes.
stances, the dynamic shift in load discs and the brake pads dimin- Think ahead and brake in good
78 distribution cannot keep pace time until full braking efficiency
ish braking efficiency.
with the increase in deceleration Delayed braking action or poor is restored.
and the tyres cannot transmit the braking efficiency must be
full braking force to the surface reckoned with in the following Parking your
of the road. Under these circum- situations: motorcycle
Riding
stances the front wheel can lock Riding in the rain or through
up. Side stand
puddles of water
z BMW Motorrad ABS prevents After the vehicle has been
Switch off the engine.
the front wheel from locking up. washed ATTENTION
Descending mountain Riding on salted or gritted
roads Poor ground underneath the
passes stand.
After work has been carried on
the brakes, due to traces of oil Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
WARNING
or grease topples.
Braking only with the rear Riding on dirt-covered surfaces Always check that the ground
brake on mountain descents. or off-road. under the stand is level and
Brake fade. Destruction of the firm.
brakes due to overheating.
WARNING
Use both front and rear brakes, ATTENTION
and make use of the engine's Moisture and dirt.
braking effect as well. Additional weight placing
Diminished braking effect.
strain on the side stand.
Apply the brakes lightly while
riding to remove wetness and

Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Always check that the ground
topples. under the stand is level and ATTENTION
5
Do not sit or lean on the firm. Leaded fuel.
vehicle while it is propped on 79
Damage to catalytic converter.
the side stand. ATTENTION Do not attempt to run the
Extend the side stand and prop Centre stand retracts due to vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel
the motorcycle on the stand. severe movements. with metallic additives, e.g.
Riding
If the camber of the roadway Risk of damage to parts if vehicle manganese or iron.
permits, turn the handlebars all topples. You can run the engine on fuel
the way to the left. Do not lean or sit on the with a maximum ethanol con- z
On a gradient, the motorcycle vehicle with the centre stand tent of 10 %, i.e. E10.
should always face uphill; se- extended.
lect 1st gear. Recommended fuel
Extend the centre stand and lift grade
Centre stand the motorcycle onto the stand.
with centre stand OE On a gradient, the motorcycle Super unleaded (max. 10 %
should always face uphill; se- ethanol, E10)
Switch off the engine. lect 1st gear. 95 ROZ/RON
89 AKI
ATTENTION Refuelling with regular unleaded OE
Poor ground underneath the Fuel grade
stand. For optimum fuel consumption,
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle fuel should be sulphur-free or
topples. with the lowest sulphur content
possible.

Do not overfill the fuel tank.
5 Recommended fuel
grade
ATTENTION
80
Regular unleaded (slight
Fuel attacks plastic surfaces.
power- and consumption-
Surfaces become unsightly or
related restrictions) (max.
dull.
10 % ethanol, E10)
Clean plastic parts immediately
91 ROZ/RON
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after contact with fuel.

87 AKI
Make sure the ground is level Open the protective cap.
z Refuelling and firm and place the motor- Use the ignition key to unlock
cycle on its side stand. the fuel filler cap and pop the
WARNING cap open.
NOTICE
Fuel is highly flammable.
Risk of fire and explosion. The volume of the tank can be
Do not smoke. Never bring utilised to the full only when the
a naked flame near the fuel motorcycle is propped on its side
tank. stand.
WARNING
Escape of fuel due to heat-
induced expansion if fuel
tank is overfilled. Do not fill the tank past the
Risk of falling bottom edge of the filler neck.

NOTICE Reserve fuel
5
When refuelling after running on 81
reserve, make sure that you top min 2.7 l
up the tank to a level above re- Press the fuel tank cap down
serve, as otherwise the new level firmly to close.
will not be registered and the fuel Remove the key and close the
warning light indicating that the
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protective cap.
level is down to reserve will not
be switched off. Secure motorcycle for
ATTENTION z
transportation
NOTICE Vehicle topples to side when
Make sure that all components
The "usable fuel capacity" spe- that might come into contact being lifted on to stand.
cified in the technical data is the with straps used to secure the Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
quantity that the fuel tank could motorcycle are adequately pro- topples.
hold if it had been run dry and tected against scratching. Use Secure the vehicle to prevent it
the engine had cut out due to a adhesive tape or soft cloths, for toppling, preferably with the as-
lack of fuel. example, for this purpose. sistance of a second person.
Push the motorcycle onto the
Usable fuel capacity transportation flat and hold it in
position: do not place it on the
side stand or centre stand.
approx. 16 l

5
82
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At the rear, secure the straps

z ATTENTION to the rear frame on both sides
Trapping of components. and tighten the straps.
Component damage Tighten all the straps uniformly;
the vehicle's suspension should
Do not trap components such
be compressed as tightly as
as brake lines or cable legs.
possible front and rear.
At the front, secure the straps
to the bottom fork bridge on
both sides and tighten the
straps.

Engineering details
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
6
83
Brake system with BMW Motorrad
ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Electronic engine management with
BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Engineering details
z

Riding mode In the ROAD mode ABS has The throttle twistgrip must be
6 with off-road mode ABS and
been adjusted to on-road rid- in the fully closed position,
ing. The brake levers must be in
84 ASC OE
In ENDURO mode ABS has the released positions,
Selection been adjusted to off-road riding The clutch lever must
using massive-bar tyres. be pulled and the clutch
In order to adjust the motorcycle
to the road condition, two riding disengaged
ASC
Engineering details
modes can be selected: or

The front wheel lift assistant is
ROAD: On-road riding The motorcycle must be at
active in both modes.
ENDURO: Off-road riding a standstill with the ignition
In ROAD mode the ASC is
configured for on-road riding. switched on.
For each of the two riding modes
aligned settings for the ABS and In ENDURO mode the ASC is
The desired riding mode is ini-
ASC systems are available. configured for off-road riding.
tially preselected. The mode
ABS and/or ASC can be change does not take place until
switched off in each mode: the Mode changes
the systems in question are all in
explanations below invariably A changeover of the ABS and
z the appropriate state.
apply to the behaviour of the ASC functions while riding is
motorcycle with these systems possible only in certain operat-
active. ing states:
No drive torque at the rear
ABS wheel
The rear wheel lift assistant is No brake pressure in the brake
active in both modes. system.
In order to achieve this state:

Brake system with to turn and directional stability As soon as is registers the ac-
BMW Motorrad ABS is maintained irrespective of the tual circumstances, the system 6
condition of the road surface. reacts instantly and adjusts brak-
How does ABS work? ing force accordingly to achieve 85
The amount of braking force that What are the effects of optimum braking.
can be transferred to the road surface irregularities?
depends on factors that include Humps and surface irregular- Rear wheel lift
the coefficient of friction of the ities can cause the wheels to Under very severe and sudden
Engineering details
road surface. Loose stones, ice lose contact temporarily with deceleration, however, under
and snow or a wet road all have the road surface; if this hap- certain circumstances it is pos-
much lower coefficients of friction pens the braking force that can sible that the BMW Motorrad
than a clean, dry asphalt surface. be transmitted to the road can ABS will be unable to prevent
The lower the coefficient of fric- drop to zero. If the brakes are the rear wheel from lifting clear
tion, the longer the braking dis- applied under these circum- of the ground. If this happens
tance. stances the ABS has to reduce the outcome can be a highsiding
If the rider increases braking braking force to ensure that dir- situation in which the motorcycle
pressure to the extent that brak- ectional stability is maintained can flip over.
ing force exceeds the maximum when the wheels regain contact
z
transferable limit, the wheels start with the road surface. At this in- WARNING
to lock and the motorcycle loses stant the BMW Motorrad ABS Rear wheel lift due to severe
its directional stability; a fall is must assume an extremely low braking.
imminent. Before this situation coefficient of friction, so that the Risk of falling
can occur, ABS intervenes and wheels will continue to rotate un- When you brake sharply, bear
adapts braking pressure to the der all imaginable circumstances, in mind that ABS control can-
maximum transferrable braking because this is the precondition not always be relied on to pre-
force, so the wheels continue for ensuring directional stability.

vent the rear wheel from lifting gnosis has to complete before conditions, the ABS function can
6 clear of the ground. fault messages can be issued. be re-activated by switching the
In addition to problems with the ignition off and then on again.
86 What is the design BMW Motorrad ABS, exceptional
baseline for riding conditions can lead to a What significance
BMW Motorrad ABS? fault message being issued. devolves on regular
Within the limits imposed by Exceptional riding maintenance?
physics, BMW Motorrad ABS en- conditions:
Engineering details
sures directional stability on any Riding for a lengthy period with WARNING
surface. The system is not op- the front wheel lifted off the Brake system not regularly
timised for special requirements ground (wheelie). serviced.
that apply under extreme com- Rear wheel rotating with the Risk of accident
petitive situations off-road or on vehicle held stationary by ap- In order to ensure that the
the track. plying the front brake (burn- BMW Motorrad ABS is always
out). maintained in optimum condi-
Special situations Heating up with the motorcycle tion, it is essential for you to
z The speeds of the front and rear on the centre stand or an auxil- comply strictly with the spe-
wheels are compared as one iary stand, engine idling or with cified inspection intervals.
means of detecting a wheel's a gear engaged.
incipient tendency to lock. If Rear wheel locked for a lengthy Reserves for safety
the system registers implaus- period, for example while des-
The potentially shorter braking
ible values for a lengthy period cending off-road.
distances which BMW Motorrad
the ABS function is deactivated
If a fault message should ABS permits must not be used
for safety reasons and an ABS
be triggered due to one of as an excuse for careless riding.
fault message is issued. Self-dia-
the above-described driving ABS is primarily a means of en-

suring a safety margin in genuine tervenes, adapting engine torque
emergencies. accordingly. WARNING
6
Take care when cornering! When Risky riding.
you apply the brakes on a corner, What is the design 87
Risk of accident despite ASC.
the motorcycle's weight and baseline for
Invariably, it remains the rider's
momentum take over and even BMW Motorrad ASC?
responsibility to adapt riding
BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to BMW Motorrad ASC is designed style to riding conditions.
counteract their effects. as an assistant system for the
Engineering details
Do not take risks that would
rider and for use on public roads. negate the additional safety
Electronic engine The extent to which the rider af- offered by this system.
management with fects the ASC can be consider-
BMW Motorrad ASC able (weight shifts when corner- Special situations
ing, items of luggage loose on
with Automatic Stability Control In accordance with the laws of
the motorcycle), especially when
(ASC) OE physics, the ability to accelerate
style of riding takes rider and ma-
is restricted more and more as
chine close to the limits imposed
How does ASC work? the angle of heel increases. Con-
by physics.
The BMW Motorrad ASC system sequently, there can be a per- z
The system is not optimised for ceptible lag in acceleration out of
compares the speed of rotation special requirements that apply
of the front wheel and the rear very tight bends.
under extreme competitive situ-
wheel. The differential is used to ations off-road or on the track.
compute slip as a measure of the The speeds of the front and
You have the option of deactiv- rear wheels are compared as
reserves of stability available at ating the BMW Motorrad ASC
the rear wheel. If slip exceeds a one means of detecting the rear
system for these circumstances. wheel's incipient tendency to
certain limit the engine control in-
spin or slip sideways. If the sys-
tem registers implausible values

for a lengthy period the ASC Accelerating the motorcycle to able to control a situation of this
6 function is deactivated for safety a speed in excess of 5 km/h nature.
reasons and an ASC fault mes- after switching the ignition off
88 sage is issued. Self-diagnosis and then on again reactivates the
has to complete before fault ASC.
messages can be issued.
The BMW Motorrad ASC can If the front wheel lifts clear of the
shut down automatically under ground under severe accelera-
Engineering details
the exceptional riding conditions tion, the ASC reduces engine

outlined below. torque until the front wheel re-
Exceptional riding gains contact with the ground.
conditions: Under these circumstances,
Riding for a lengthy period with BMW Motorrad recommends
the rear wheel lifted off the rolling the throttle slightly closed
ground (wheelie) with ASC de- so as to restore stability with the
activated least possible delay.
z Rear wheel rotating with the

When riding on a slippery sur-
vehicle held stationary by ap-
face, never snap the throttle
plying the front brake (burn-
twistgrip fully closed without
out)
pulling the clutch at the same
Heating up with the motorcycle time. Engine braking torque can
on the centre stand or an auxil- cause the rear wheel to lock, with
iary stand, engine idling or with a corresponding loss of stability.
a gear engaged The BMW Motorrad ASC is un-

Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7
89
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Auxiliary headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Accessories
Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Aluminium cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Aluminium topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 z
Two-way radio box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Fire extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

General instructions sure that the vehicle does not
7 BMW Motorrad recommends
CAUTION infringe the national road-vehicle
Use of other-make products. construction and use regulations
90 the use of parts and accessories
applicable in your country.
for your motorcycle that are ap- Safety risk
proved by BMW for this purpose. BMW Motorrad cannot exam-
ine or test each product of out-
Power sockets
Your BMW Motorrad authorised
dealer will offer you professional side origin to ensure that it can Notes on use of power sockets:
Accessories
advice in your selection of ori- be used on or in connection

ginal BMW parts and accessories with BMW vehicles without Automatic shutdown
and other products approved by constituting a safety hazard. Power sockets are shut down
BMW. Country-specific official author- automatically under the following
These parts and products have isation does not suffice as as- circumstances:
been tested by BMW for safety, surance. Tests conducted by If battery charge state is too
z these instances cannot make low to maintain the motor-
function and suitability. BMW
accepts product liability for them. provision for all operating con- cycle's start capability
BMW is unable to accept any li- ditions experienced by BMW If maximum load capability as
ability whatsoever for parts and vehicles and, consequently, stated in the technical data is
accessories which it has not ap- they are not sufficient in some exceeded
proved. circumstances. When the engine is being
Also bear in mind the informa- Use only parts and accessor- cranked on the starter.
tion on the effect of wheel size ies approved by BMW for your
vehicle. Operating electrical
on running-gear control systems
accessories
( 118). Whenever you are planning You can start using electrical
modifications, comply with all accessories connected to the
the legal requirements. Make motorcycle's sockets only when

the ignition is switched on. The Auxiliary headlights
accessory remains operational
with LED auxiliary headlights OA 7
if the ignition is subsequently
switched off. Approximately 15 91
Operating auxiliary
minutes after ignition is turned
headlights
off, power sockets are switched
off to lessen the burden on the NOTICE
on-board electrical system.
Accessories
Low-wattage electrical accessor- The auxiliary headlights have ap-
ies might not be recognised proval as fog lights and their use
Press button 1 to switch on
by the vehicle’s electronics. In is permissible in bad weather
the auxiliary headlights.
such cases, power sockets are conditions only. Always comply
The telltale light for the
switched off very shortly after the with the road traffic regulations in
auxiliary headlights is on.
ignition is turned off. force in the country in which the z
vehicle is used.
Cable routing If the auxiliary headlights were
Start the engine. turned on before the motor
The cables from the power sock-
ets to the auxiliary devices must was switched off, they will be
be routed in such a way that automatically switched back off.
they: Press button 1 again to switch
Do not impede the rider, off the auxiliary headlights.
Do not restrict the steering
angle or obstruct handling,
Cannot be trapped.

Luggage
7 Lashing luggage
92
Accessories
Position luggage strap 2 as Turn key 1 in the case lock to

shown here with a stuffbag as right angles with the forward
example. direction of travel.
Loop the luggage straps over Check that the luggage is se- Keep the yellow latch 2 held
z the bar between the motor- cure. and fold out the carry handle 3.
cycle and stops 1.
Cases
Opening cases
with cases OA

Adjusting case volume
with cases OA 7
Open the case and remove all 93
its contents.
Accessories
Push yellow button 4 down
and at the same time open the ATTENTION
lid of the case. Closure of carrying handle
Close cases with case lock latched. z
Damage to locking tab.
with cases OA
Make sure that the case lock Engage pivot lever 1 at the top
Turn the lock with the key until is at right angles to the forward limit position to set the case to
it is at right angles to the for- direction of travel when you minimum volume.
ward direction of travel. close the carry handle. Engage pivot lever 1 at the
Close the case lid. Close carry handle 3. bottom limit position to set the
The lid engages with an aud- Turn the key in the case lock case to maximum volume.
ible click. in line with the forward direc- Close the case.
tion of travel and remove the
key from the lock.

Removing cases
7 with cases OA
94
Accessories
Pull red release lever 4 up. Fully open latching flap 5, if ne-
Latching flap 5 pops up. cessary pulling up red release
Fully open the latching flap. lever 4.
Turn key 1 in the case lock to Take a firm grip of the handle
z right angles with the forward and lift the case out of the
direction of travel. holder.
Keep the yellow latch 2 held
and fold out the carry handle 3. Installing cases
with cases OA
Turn the lock with the key until

it is at right angles to the for-
ward direction of travel.
Position the case in case car-
rier 6, then pivot it until it is
seated at mount 7.

Turn the key parallel with the Aluminium cases
direction of travel and remove.
Opening cases 7
Maximum payload and with aluminium cases OA 95
maximum permissible
speed
payload and the speed limit for
Accessories
riding with cases fitted, as stated
Push latching flap 5 down as on the label inside the case.
far as it will go and hold it in Contact your authorised
this position. BMW Motorrad dealer if you
Push red release lever 4 down. cannot find your combination of
vehicle and cases on the label. z
Latching flap 5 engages. Turn key 1 counter-clockwise.
The values for the combination
ATTENTION described here are as follows: NOTICE
Closure of carrying handle Maximum permissible
The case lid can be opened at
with case lock latched. speed for riding with
either the left or the right latch.
Damage to locking tab. cases fitted to the motorcycle
Make sure that the case lock Push lock housing 2 upwards
max 180 km/h in order to release the catch 3.
is at right angles to the forward
direction of travel when you Payload per case Pull the latch 3 to one side and
close the carry handle. open the lid.
Close the carry handle.
max 10 kg

Closing cases
7 with aluminium cases OA
96
Accessories
Disengage retainer 1. Engage retainer 1.

Close the case lid. Close the case lid.
Open the second catch of the Close the second latch of the
Close the case lid. case lid. case lid.
z Set the latch 3 on the lid. Remove the case lid.
Push lock housing 2 down, Removing cases
making sure that the latch Installing case lid with aluminium cases OA
toggle grips firmly in the lid. with aluminium cases OA
To secure the lock, turn the
key clockwise and remove. Place the case lid on the case.
Close one latch of the case lid.
Removing case lid Open the case lid at the
with aluminium cases OA fastened side.
Open one latch of the case lid.

Pull the case back as far as it
will go and then out to remove. 7
Installing cases 97
with aluminium cases OA
Accessories
Turn key 1 counter-clockwise. Place the latch 3 on the case
Push lock housing 2 to one carrier while holding the case.
side in order to release the Push lock housing 2 to the
catch 3. side, making sure that the latch
z
Push the latch 3 to one side toggle grips firmly on the car-
while holding the case. rier.
Set the case on the case car-
Turn the key clockwise and
CAUTION rier and push it forward in such
remove.
a way that mounts on case car-
Heat build-up of the left case rier 5 and on case 4 engage Maximum payload and
and case carrier on long each other. maximum permissible
rides.
Risk of burn injury
speed
Allow the case and the case Note the maximum permissible
carrier to cool down before re- payload and the speed limit for
moving the case. riding with cases fitted, as stated
on the label inside the case.

Contact your authorised
7 BMW Motorrad dealer if you
cannot find your combination of
98 vehicle and cases on the label.
described here are as follows:
Maximum permissible
Accessories
speed for riding with

cases fitted to the motorcycle
Turn key 1 in the topcase lock Push yellow button 4 forward
max 180 km/h to the vertical position. and at the same time push the
Keep the yellow latch 2 held topcase lid up.
Payload per case
and fold out the carry handle 3.
z Closing topcase
max 10 kg with topcase OA
Turn key in the topcase lock to

Topcase the vertical position.
Opening topcase
with topcase OA

and remove the key from the Removing the topcase
lock. with topcase OA 7
Adjusting topcase volume 99
with topcase OA
Open the topcase and remove

all its contents.
Accessories
Press down firmly on the top-
case lid to close.
ATTENTION Turn key 1 in the topcase lock

to the vertical position.
z
Closure of carrying handle
with case lock latched. Keep the yellow latch 2 held
and fold out the carry handle 3.
Damage to locking tab.
Make sure that the topcase
lock is vertical when you close Engage pivot lever 1 at the
the carry handle. front limit position to set the
Close carry handle 3. case to maximum volume.
The handle engages with an Engage pivot lever 1 at the
audible click. rear limit position to set the
case to minimum volume.
Turn the key in the topcase
lock to the horizontal position Close the topcase.

Press the topcase onto the
7 topcase carrier plate at the
rear.
100
Accessories
Pull back red release lever 4. Fully open latching flap 5, if

Latching flap 5 pops up. necessary pulling red release
Fully open latching flap 5. lever 4 to the rear.
z Take a firm grip of the handle
and lift the topcase out of the Push latching flap 5 fully
holder. closed and hold it in this
position.
Installing topcase Push red release lever 4 for-
with topcase OA ward.
The latching flap engages.
Turn key in the topcase lock to
the vertical position. ATTENTION
Closure of carrying handle
Engage the topcase in front with case lock latched.
holders 1 of the topcase carrier Damage to locking tab.
plate.

Make sure that the topcase
lock is vertical when you close
Maximum permissible
speed for riding with top- 7
the carry handle.
case fitted to the vehicle 101
Close the carry handle.
Turn the key to the horizontal max 180 km/h
position and remove. Payload of topcase
Maximum payload and
Accessories
maximum permissible max 5 kg
speed Turn key 1 counter-clockwise.
Note the maximum permissible Aluminium topcase Push lock housing 2 upwards
payload and the speed limit for in order to release the catch 3.
riding with topcase fitted, as Topcase and off-roading Pull the latch 3 backwards and
z
stated on the label inside the open the lid.
topcase.
It is advisable to either remove Closing topcase
Contact your authorised
the topcase or fit the backrest with aluminium topcase OA
BMW Motorrad dealer if you
cushion available as an optional
accessory if you intend off-road-
vehicle and topcase on the label.
ing.
described here are as follows: Opening topcase

7
102
Accessories
Close the topcase lid. Turn key 1 counter-clockwise. Set the topcase on the top-
Set the latch 3 on the lid. Push lock housing 2 down- case rack and push it forward
Push lock housing 2 down, wards in order to release the in such a way that mounts on
making sure that the latch catch 3. topcase rack 5 and on top-
z case 4 engage each other.
toggle grips firmly in the lid. Pull the latch 3 backwards.
To secure the lock, turn the Pull the topcase to the rear and
key clockwise and remove. then lift it up to remove.
Removing topcase Installing topcase

with aluminium topcase OA with aluminium topcase OA

Contact your authorised Two-way radio box
BMW Motorrad dealer if you
Open radio transceiver 7
vehicle and topcase on the label. box 103
described here are as follows:
Maximum permissible
Accessories
speed for riding with top-
case fitted to the vehicle
Set the latch 3 on the topcase
holders. max 180 km/h
Push lock housing 2 up, mak-
Payload of topcase
ing sure that the latch toggle
Use the ignition key to open z
grips firmly on the carrier.
To secure the lock, turn the max 5 kg lock 1 of the radio transceiver
key clockwise and remove. box.
Press the lock and open
Maximum payload and hinged lid 2 of the radio
maximum permissible transceiver box.
speed
Closing radio transceiver
payload and the speed limit for
box
riding with topcase fitted, as Close the lid of the radio
stated on the label inside the transceiver box and press it
topcase. shut until the latch engages.

Check that nothing is trapped Fitting fire extinguisher
7 between the lid and the case.
104 Fire extinguisher
Removing fire
extinguisher
Accessories
Hold the fire extinguisher at the

carry handle 1 and fit retaining
z strap 2. Ensure that the fire
extinguisher sits on the storage
tray.
Fit the right-hand side of the
Hold the fire extinguisher at the
closure 3 to the retaining
carry handle 1 and open clos-
strap 2 and snap shut
ure 2 to release the retaining
closure 3.
strap 3.
Remove fire extinguisher.

Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
8
105
Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Maintenance
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 z
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Body panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

General instructions Toolkit 3 Open-ended spanner
8 The "Maintenance" chapter de- Standard toolkit
Width across flats 17
Adjust mirror arm
106 scribes straightforward proced-
( 59).
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts. 4 Torx wrench, T40
Special tightening torques are lis- Adjusting headlight beam
ted as applicable. The tightening throw ( 63).
5 Reversible screwdriver
Maintenance
torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your vehicle are listed in blade
the section entitled "Technical Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
data". Removing centre trim
You will find information on more panel ( 135).
extensive maintenance and repair 1 Screwdriver handle
z work in the repair instructions 2 Reversible screwdriver Service toolkit
on DVD for your vehicle, which blade with service toolkit OA
is available from your authorised With star-head and plain-
BMW Motorrad dealer. tip ends
Replacing bulbs for front
Some of the work calls for spe- and rear turn indicators
cial tools and a thorough know- ( 131).
ledge of the technology involved. Replacing number-plate
If you are in doubt consult a light bulbs ( 132).
specialist workshop, preferably Removing battery
your authorised BMW Motorrad ( 140).
dealer.

higher the level of oil in the
sump. 8
Misinterpretation of the oil level
107
Check the oil level only
after a lengthy ride or when
the engine is at operating
temperature.
Maintenance
Wipe the area around the oil
filler neck clean.
BMW Motorrad has assembled Allow the engine to idle until
a service toolkit that is ideal for the fan starts up, then allow it ATTENTION
carrying out extended service to idle one minute longer. Vehicle topples to side when
work (e.g. removing and installing Switch off the engine. being lifted on to stand.
wheels) on this motorcycle. You Make sure the engine is at op- z
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
can obtain the tools set from erating temperature and hold topples.
your authorised BMW Motorrad the motorcycle upright. Secure the vehicle to prevent it
dealer. with centre stand OE toppling, preferably with the as-
Check that the engine is at op- sistance of a second person.
Engine oil erating temperature, make sure
Remove oil dipstick 1.
Check engine oil level the ground is level and firm
and place the motorcycle on its
ATTENTION centre stand.
The oil level varies with the
temperature of the oil. The
higher the temperature, the

If the oil level is above the MAX
8 mark:
Have the oil level corrected
108
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Install the oil dipstick.

Maintenance
Top up the engine oil

Use a dry cloth to wipe gauge Make sure the ground is level
Engine oil, specified level
length 2 clean and firm and place the motor-
Seat the oil dipstick on the oil cycle on its stand.
filler neck, but do not engage Between MIN and MAX marks Wipe the area around the filler
z the threads. neck clean.
Remove the oil dipstick and Engine oil, quantity for
check the oil level. topping up
Viscosity class
max 0.4 l (Difference between
MIN and MAX)
If the oil level is below the MIN
mark:
Top up the engine oil ( 108).
Remove oil dipstick 1.

ATTENTION ATTENTION
8
Not enough or too much en- Work on brake system not 109
gine oil. in compliance with correct
Engine damage procedure.
Always make sure that the oil Risk to operational reliability of
level is correct. the brake system.
Maintenance
Top up the engine oil to the Have all work on the brake sys-
specified level. tem undertaken by trained and
qualified specialists. Visually inspect the left and
Check engine oil level ( 107).
right brake pads to ascertain
Install the oil dipstick. Have the brakes checked by a
their thickness. Viewing direc-
tion: between wheel and front
Brake system an authorised BMW Motorrad
suspension toward brake cal- z
dealer.
Check operation of brakes liper 1.
Pull the front brake lever. Check front brake pad
The pressure point must be thickness
clearly perceptible. Make sure the ground is level
Press the footbrake lever. and firm and place the motor-
The pressure point must be cycle on its stand.
clearly perceptible.
If pressure points are not clearly
perceptible:

Diminished braking effect. Dam-
8 age to the brakes.
In order to ensure the depend-
110 ability of the brake system, do
not permit the brake pads to
wear past the minimum per-
missible thickness.
Maintenance
Have the brake pads replaced

preferably an authorised Visually inspect the brake pads
Brake-pad wear limit,
BMW Motorrad dealer. to ascertain their thickness.
front
Viewing direction: from the rear
Check rear brake pad toward brake caliper 1.
min 1.0 mm (Friction pad
z only, without backing plate. thickness
Brake-pad wear limit,
The wear indicators, i.e. the Make sure the ground is level rear
grooves, must be clearly and firm and place the motor-
visible.) cycle on its stand. min 1.0 mm (Friction pad only,
without backing plate.)
If the wear indicating marks are If the brake pads are worn:
no longer clearly visible:
WARNING
WARNING
Brake-pad thickness less
Brake-pad thickness less than permissible minimum.
than permissible minimum. Diminished braking effect. Dam-
age to the brakes.

In order to ensure the depend-
ability of the brake system, do NOTICE
8
not permit the brake pads to Wear of the brake pads causes
wear past the minimum per- 111
the brake fluid level in the reser-
missible thickness. voir to sink.
Have the brake pads replaced
Maintenance
Check brake-fluid level, WARNING

front brakes
Not enough brake fluid in
Make sure the ground is level brake fluid reservoir.
and firm and hold the motor- z
Considerably reduced braking
cycle upright. power due to air in the brake
with centre stand OE system. Brake fluid level, front
Make sure the ground is level Check the brake-fluid level at (visual inspection)
and firm and place the motor- regular intervals.
cycle on its centre stand. Brake fluid, DOT4
Check the brake fluid level in
It is impermissible for the
Move the handlebars to the front reservoir 1.
brake fluid level to drop below
straight-ahead position.
the MIN mark.

If the brake fluid level drops be-
8 low the permitted level:
NOTICE
Have the defect rectified as Wear of the brake pads causes
112
quickly as possible by a spe- the brake fluid level in the reser-
cialist workshop, preferably voir to sink.
dealer.
Maintenance
Check the brake-fluid

level, rear brakes
Make sure the ground is level WARNING
and firm and hold the motor-
Not enough brake fluid in
cycle upright.
brake fluid reservoir.
z with centre stand OE
Considerably reduced braking
Make sure the ground is level power due to air in the brake
and firm and place the motor- system. Brake fluid level, rear
cycle on its centre stand. (visual inspection)
Check the brake-fluid level at
regular intervals.
Brake fluid, DOT4
Check the brake fluid level in
It is impermissible for the
rear reservoir 1.
brake fluid level to drop below
the MIN mark.

If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level: 8
Have the defect rectified as
113
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably
dealer.
Maintenance
Coolant
Checking coolant level Check the coolant level in
Coolant, specified level
expansion tank 1. Viewing
direction: From in front,
between windscreen and right Antifreeze and corrosion inhib-
cycle on its stand.
side panel. itor
z
Turn the handlebars all the way
to the right. between MIN and MAX marks
on the expansion tank
If the coolant drops below the
permitted level:
Top up the coolant.

Topping up coolant If the pressure point is not clearly
8 perceptible:
Clutch cable play
Have the clutch checked by a

114
specialist workshop, preferably 5 mm (Handlebars in straight-
an authorised BMW Motorrad ahead position)
dealer. Clutch play is out of tolerance:
Check the clutch play Adjusting clutch play ( 114).
Maintenance
Adjusting clutch play
Open cap 1 of the expansion

tank.
Using a suitable funnel, top up
z with coolant until the level is
correct.
Close the cap of the expansion
tank.
Operate the clutch lever until
Clutch resistance can be felt whilst Move the rubber grommet 1 to
observing the notch 1 in the one side.
Checking clutch function manual valve.
Slacken nut 2.
Pull the clutch lever. The edge 2 of the brake cable
To increase clutch play: Screw
The pressure point must be should be able to move up
the adjusting screw 3 into the
clearly perceptible. to the edge 3 of the manual
manual valve.
valve.

To reduce clutch play: Un- Check spokes they wear to the minimum
screw the adjusting screw 3 Make sure the ground is level tread depth permitted by law. 8
from the manual valve. and firm and place the motor- Make sure the ground is level
Check the clutch play ( 114). 115
cycle on its stand. and firm and place the motor-
Tighten nut 2 while holding the Draw the handle of a screw- cycle on its stand.
adjusting screw 3 in position. driver or a similar instrument Measure the tyre tread depth
Fasten the rubber grommet1 across the spokes and listen in the main tread grooves with
over the nuts. to the notes of the individual
Maintenance
wear marks.
spokes.
Rims and tyres If the notes vary: NOTICE
Checking rims Have the spokes checked by a
Wear indicators are built into the
Make sure the ground is level specialist workshop, preferably
main profile grooves on each
and firm and place the motor- an authorised BMW Motorrad
tyre. The tyre is worn out when
cycle on its stand. dealer. z
the tyre tread has worn down
Visually inspect the rims for Check the tyre tread to the level of the marks. The
defects. locations of the marks are indic-
depth
Have any damaged rims in- ated on the edge of the tyre, e.g.
spected by a specialist work- WARNING by the letters TI, TWI or by an
shop and replaced if neces- arrow.
sary, preferably by an author- Riding with badly worn tyres If the tyre tread is worn to min-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Risk of accident due to impaired imum:
handling Replace tyre or tyres, as applic-
If applicable, have the tyres able.
changed in good time before

Chain Check chain sag
8 Lubricating chain Make sure the ground is level
Chain deflection
116 and firm and place the motor-

ATTENTION cycle on its stand. 35...45 mm (Motorcycle with
Turn the rear wheel until it no weight applied, supported
Inadequate cleaning and lub- reaches the position with the on its side stand)
rication of the drive chain. lowest amount of chain sag. If measured value is outside per-
Accelerated wear.
Maintenance
mitted tolerance:
Clean and lubricate the drive Adjust chain sag ( 116).
chain at regular intervals.
Lubricate the drive chain every Adjust chain sag
1000 km at the latest. Lubric- Make sure the ground is level
ate the chain more frequently if and firm and place the motor-
z the motorcycle is ridden in wet, cycle on its stand.
dusty or dirty conditions.
Switch the ignition off and se-

lect neutral. Use a screwdriver to push the
Clean the drive chain with a chain up and down and meas-
suitable cleaning product, dry it ure difference A.
and apply chain lubricant.
Wipe off excess lubricant.

Locknut of the final-drive
chain tensioning screw 8
117
19 Nm
Tighten quick-release axle
nut 1 to the specified tight-
ening torque.
Maintenance
Rear quick-release axle
Slacken quick-release axle in swinging arm
Permissible chain length
nut 1.
100 Nm
Slacken locknuts 2 on left and
right. Checking the chain wear max 144.30 mm (measured
Use adjusting screws 3 on left centre to centre over 10
z
and right to adjust chain sag. pins, chain pulled taut)
Check chain sag ( 116). If the chain has stretched to the
cycle on its stand.
Make sure that scale read- maximum permissible length:
Engage 1st gear.
ings 4 are the same on left and Seek the advice of a specialist
Turn the rear wheel in the nor-
right. workshop, preferably an author-
mal direction of travel until the
Tighten locknuts 2 on left and ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
chain is tensioned.
right to the specified tightening
Measure the length of the
torque.
chain over 9 rivets below the
rear wheel swinging arm.

Wheels Effect of wheel size on portant to consult a specialist
8 Tyre recommendation chassis and suspension workshop beforehand, preferably
control systems an authorised BMW Motorrad
118 For each size of tyre, dealer. In some cases, the data
BMW Motorrad tests and Wheel size is very important as
programmed into the control
classifies as roadworthy certain a parameter for the running-gear
units can be changed to suit the
makes. BMW Motorrad cannot control systems ABS and ASC.
new wheel sizes.
assess the suitability or provide In particular, the diameter and the
Maintenance
any guarantee of road safety for width of a vehicle's wheels are Removing front wheel
other tyres. programmed into the control unit
BMW Motorrad recommends and are fundamental to all cal-
using only tyres tested by culations. Any change in these
cycle on its stand.
BMW Motorrad. influencing variables, caused for
It is absolutely essential to ob- example by a switch to wheels
z other than those installed ex-
serve the maximum permissible
speed and load-capacity ratings works, can have serious effects
(see "Technical data"). on the performance of the con-
Comply with the instructions re- trol systems.
garding maximum speed for rid- The sensor rings are essential
ing with knobbly tyres or winter for correct road-speed calcula-
tyres fitted ( 69). tion, and they too must match
You can obtain detailed the motorcycle's control sys-
information from your tems and consequently cannot
be changed. Remove screw 1 and remove
authorised BMW Motorrad the ABS sensor from its bore.
dealer or on the Internet at If you decide that you would like
www.bmwmotorrad.com. to fit non-standard wheels to
your motorcycle, it is very im-

Mask off the parts of the wheel Raise front of motorcycle until
rim that could be scratched in the front wheel can turn freely. 8
the process of removing the BMW Motorrad recommends
brake calipers. the BMW Motorrad front-wheel 119
stand for lifting the motorcycle.
ATTENTION Install the front-wheel stand
Brake pads pushed together ( 127).
Maintenance
with brake caliper removed.
It is not possible to slip the brake
Remove screws 2 from the caliper over the brake disc.
right brake caliper. Do not operate the brake lever
while a brake caliper has been
removed.
z
Carefully pull the brake calipers
back and out until clear of the
brake discs.
Make sure the ground is level Slacken right axle clamping

and firm and place the mo- screws 1.
torcycle on a suitable auxiliary
stand.
Force the brake pads 3 slightly with centre stand OE
apart by rocking brake caliper 4 Make sure the ground is level
back and forth against brake and firm and place the motor-
disc 5. cycle on its centre stand.

8
120
Maintenance
Remove axle screw 2. Remove axle 4, while support- Remove spacing bushing 5
Slacken left axle clamping ing the wheel. from the left-hand side of the
screws 3. Do not remove the grease from wheel hub.
Push the axle in as far as it will the axle.
z go. Roll the front wheel forward to Installing front wheel
remove.
WARNING
Use of a non-standard wheel.
Malfunctions in operation of ABS
and ASC.
See the information on the ef-
fect of wheel size on the ABS
and ASC systems at the start
of this chapter.

Tighten right axle clamping
ATTENTION ATTENTION screws 1 to the specified tight- 8
Tightening threaded fasten- Front wheel installed wrong ening torque or install a suit-
able tool to counter-hold for 121
ers to incorrect tightening way round.
torque. the next step in the assembly
Risk of accident
procedure.
Damage, or threaded fasteners Note direction-of-rotation ar-
work loose. rows on tyre or rim.
Maintenance
Always have the security of Roll the front wheel into posi-
the fasteners checked by a tion between the forks, making
specialist workshop, preferably sure that the brake disc passes
an authorised BMW Motorrad between the brake pads of the
dealer. brake caliper on the left.
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Clamp of quick-release
axle
Tightening sequence: Tighten

screws six times in alternate
sequence
Slip spacing bushing 5 onto
Raise the front wheel and in- 19 Nm
the left-hand side of the wheel
hub. sert axle 4 until seated.

8
122
Maintenance
Install axle screw 2 and tighten If fully tightened beforehand,

to the specified tightening slacken right axle clamping
axle
torque. screws 1 again.
Tightening sequence: Tighten Remove the front-wheel stand.
z Axle screw in quick-re-
lease axle, front screws six times in alternate
sequence without centre stand OE
30 Nm Remove the auxiliary stand.
19 Nm
Tighten left axle clamping Ease the right brake caliper
screws 3 to the specified onto the brake disc.
tightening torque.

8
123
Maintenance
Tighten screws 2 to the spe- Insert the ABS sensor into its Tighten right axle clamping
cified tightening torque. bore and install screw 1. screws 1 to the specified tight-
Remove the adhesive tape ening torque.
Brake caliper to tele-
from the wheel rim.
scopic fork z
Operate the brake several
38 Nm times until the brake pads are
bedded.
Firmly compress the front forks

several times.

with centre stand OE
8 Make sure the ground is level
124
cycle on its centre stand.
Maintenance
Remove axle nut 2.

Slacken locknuts 3 on left and
axle
right by turning them counter-
Tightening sequence: Tighten clockwise.
z screws six times in alternate Back off adjusting screws 4 on
Remove screw 1 and remove left and right by turning them
sequence
the pulse sensor from its bore. counter-clockwise.
19 Nm
Remove adjusting plate 5 and
Removing rear wheel push the axle in as far as it will
go.
and firm and place the mo-
torcycle on a suitable auxiliary
stand.

Roll the rear wheel back until it
is clear of the swinging arm. ATTENTION
8
NOTICE Tightening threaded fasten- 125
ers to incorrect tightening
The sprocket and the spacer torque.
sleeves on left and right are Damage, or threaded fasteners
loose fits in the wheel. Take care work loose.
Maintenance
when removing to ensure that no Always have the security of
parts are damaged or mislaid. the fasteners checked by a
Remove quick-release axle 6 specialist workshop, preferably
and remove adjusting plate 7. Install the rear wheel an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
WARNING
Roll the rear wheel into the
z
Use of a non-standard wheel. swinging arm, making sure that
Malfunctions in operation of ABS the brake disc passes between
and ASC. the brake pads.
See the information on the ef-
fect of wheel size on the ABS
and ASC systems at the start
of this chapter.
Roll the rear wheel as far

forward as possible and
disengage chain 8 from the
sprocket.

brake caliper and the rear
8 wheel.
Make sure that the axle fits
126 into the recess of the adjust-
ing plate.
Maintenance
Roll the rear wheel as far Install nut 2, but do not tighten
forward as possible and loop it at this point.
chain 8 over the sprocket.
without centre stand OE
z Remove the auxiliary stand.
Install right adjusting plate 5.
Seat left adjusting plate 7 in

the swinging arm and install
quick-release axle 6 in the Insert the impulse sensor into
the bore and install screw 1.

Adjust chain sag ( 116). Use basic stand with tool num-
ber (83 30 0 402 241) in com- 8
Front-wheel stand bination with front-wheel ad-
apter (83 30 0 402 242). 127
Install the front-wheel
stand
ATTENTION
Maintenance
Use of the BMW Motorrad
front wheel stand without Align the two adapters 2 so
also accompanying use of that the front forks are securely
auxiliary stand. seated.
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Tighten securing screws 1.
topples. z
Place the motorcycle on an Loosen the fastening screws 1.
auxiliary stand before lifting Push the two adapters 2 apart
the front wheel with the until the front forks fit between
BMW Motorrad front-wheel them. Adjust the adapter studs
stand. to suit the front suspension.
Place the motorcycle on a suit- Use locating pins 3 to set the
able auxiliary stand. front-wheel stand to the de-
with centre stand OE sired height.
Make sure the ground is level Centre the front-wheel stand
and firm and place the motor- relative to the front wheel and
cycle on its centre stand. push it against the front axle.

Make sure the motorcycle is
8 standing firmly.
128 Bulbs
Replacing low-beam and
high-beam headlight bulb
Maintenance

cycle on its stand.
Apply uniform pressure to push Switch off the ignition. Disconnect plug 3.
the front-wheel stand down
and raise the motorcycle.
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ATTENTION
Centre stand retracts if
vehicle lifted too high.
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
topples.
When raising the vehicle, make Remove cover 1 for the high- Disengage spring clips 4 from
sure that the centre stand re- beam headlight or cover 2 for the fastenings and swing them
mains on the ground. the low-beam headlight. aside.
If necessary, adjust the height Remove bulb 5.
of the front-wheel stand.

Replace the defective bulb. Close and lock spring clips 4. Replacing parking-light
Bulb for high-beam bulb 8
headlight Make sure the ground is level 129
H7 / 12 V / 55 W cycle on its stand.
Switch off the ignition.
Bulbs for the low-beam
headlight
Maintenance
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Hold the new bulb by the base
only, in order to keep the glass Connect plug 3.
free of foreign matter.
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Remove cover 2.
Install cover 1 or cover 2, as

Install the bulb, making sure applicable.
that alignment is correct at po-
sition 6.

Replace the defective bulb.
8 Bulb for parking light
130
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Use a clean, dry cloth to hold
the new bulb in order to keep
Maintenance
the glass free of foreign matter.
Pull socket 3 out of the head- Insert socket 3 into the head-
light housing. light housing.
Push the bulb into the bulb

socket.
Pull the bulb out of the bulb Install cover 2.

socket.

Replacing LED for brake
light and tail light 8
The LED rear light can be 131
replaced only as a complete
unit. Consult a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorised
Maintenance
Replacing bulbs for front
and rear turn indicators Remove screw 1. Turn bulb 2 counter-clockwise
with LED turn indicators OE and remove it from the light
The LED flashing turn indic- housing.
ators can be replaced only as
a complete unit. Consult a
Replace the defective bulb. z
specialist workshop, preferably Bulbs for flashing turn
an authorised BMW Motorrad indicators, front
dealer.
R10W / 12 V / 10 W
without LED turn indicators OE Use a clean, dry cloth to hold
Make sure the ground is level the new bulb in order to keep
and firm and place the motor- Pull the glass out of the re- the glass free of foreign matter.
cycle on its stand. flector housing at the threaded-
Switch off the ignition. fastener side.

8
132
Maintenance
Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install Install screw 1. Remove screw 1 from the
it in the bulb housing. mudguard cover and remove
Replacing number-plate the cover.
light bulbs
z Make sure the ground is level
cycle on its stand.
Switch off the ignition.
Working from the inboard side,

insert the glass into the light Pull bulb holder 2 out of the
housing and close the housing. light carrier.

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133
Maintenance
Pull the bulb out of the bulb Insert the bulb into the bulb Hold the mudguard cover in
socket. socket. position and install screw 1.
Replace the defective bulb. Replace auxiliary

Bulb for number-plate headlights z
light with LED auxiliary headlights OA
W5W / 12 V / 5 W An auxiliary headlight can only

be replaced in its entirety.
Use a clean, dry cloth to hold
Consult a specialist workshop,
the new bulb in order to keep
the glass free of foreign matter.
Seat bulb holder 2 in the light
carrier.

Fuses Consult the fuse assignment Fuse assignment
8 Replacing fuses
diagram and replace the de-
fective fuse.
134 Switch off the ignition.
Removing seat ( 64). NOTICE
If fuse defects recur frequently
have the electric circuits checked
Maintenance
Install the seat ( 64). 1 10 A
Marker lights, front
2 7.5 A
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Flashing beacon, marker
Squeeze latches 1 together lights rear
and remove the cover of the 3 10 A
fuse box. Hailing system
4 10 A
ATTENTION Two-way radio
5 4A
Jumpering of blown fuses.
Switch for hailing system
Risk of short-circuit and fire.
6 Not used
Always replace a defective fuse
with a new fuse of the same 7 4A
amperage. Accessories socket

8 30 A
Second battery 8
135
Body panels
Removing centre trim
panel
Removing seat ( 64).
Maintenance
Remove four screws 2. Manoeuvre the centre trim
Disconnect the plug from panel into position. Make sure
socket 3. that all three tabs 4 on left and
Remove the centre trim panel. right engage the side panels.
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Installing centre trim
panel
Connect the plug to the
socket.
Remove screws 1 on left and
right.
Install four screws 2.

Install air filter
8
136
Maintenance
Install screws 1 on left and Remove four screws 1.

right. Remove the air filter cover 2, Install air filter 3.
Install the seat ( 64). slightly pushing the side trim
panel outwards to do so.
z Air filter
Removing air filter
Removing centre trim panel
( 135).
Place air filter cover 2 in posi-

tion, easing the side trim pan-
Remove air filter 3. els out slightly to do so.

Install screws 1 with the wash- Risk of short-circuit
ers. Use jump leads fitted with fully 8
Installing centre trim panel insulated crocodile clips at both
( 135). ends. 137
Jump-starting ATTENTION
ATTENTION Jump-starting with a voltage
Maintenance
greater than 12 V.
Excessive current flowing Damage to the on-board elec-
when the motorcycle is Begin by connecting one end
tronics.
jump-started of the red jump lead to the
Make sure that the battery of
Wiring smoulders/ignites or dam- positive terminal of the dis-
the donor vehicle has a voltage
age to the on-board electronics charged battery and the other
rating of 12 V. z
end to the positive terminal of
If the motorcycle has to be
Removing centre trim panel the donor battery (positive on
jump-started connect the leads
( 135). this vehicle: position 2).
to the battery terminals; never
When jump-starting the engine, Then connect one end of the
attempt to jump-start the en-
do not disconnect the battery black jump lead to the negat-
gine by connecting leads to the
from the on-board electrical ive terminal of the donor bat-
on-board socket.
system. tery and the other end to the
negative terminal of the dis-
ATTENTION
charged battery (negative on
Contact between crocodile this vehicle: position 1).
clips of jump leads and
vehicle.

ging the battery on the follow-
8 NOTICE NOTICE ing pages.
The spring-strut screw can be Do not use proprietary start-as- Do not turn the battery upside
138 down.
used as an alternative to the bat- sist sprays or other products to
tery's negative terminal. start the engine.
Run the engine of the donor Installing centre trim panel ATTENTION
vehicle during jump-starting. ( 135). On-board electronics (e.g.
Maintenance
Start the engine of the vehicle clock) draining connected

with the discharged battery Battery battery.
in the usual way; if the en- Maintenance instructions Battery is deep-discharged; this
gine does not start, wait a few voids the guarantee.
Correct upkeep, recharging and
minutes before repeating the Connect a float charger to the
storage will prolong the life of
attempt in order to protect the
z the battery and are essential if battery if the motorcycle is to
starter motor and the donor remain out of use for more
warranty claims are to be con-
battery. than four weeks.
sidered.
Allow both engines to idle for a
Compliance with the points be-
few minutes before disconnect-
low is important in order to max- NOTICE
ing the jump leads.
imise battery life:
Disconnect the jump lead from BMW Motorrad has developed a
Keep the surface of the battery
the negative terminals first, float charger specially designed
clean and dry.
then disconnect the second for compatibility with the elec-
lead from the positive termin- Do not open the battery.
tronics of your motorcycle. Us-
als. Do not top up with water. ing this charger, you can keep
Be sure to read and comply the battery charged during long
with the instructions for char- periods of disuse, without having

to disconnect the battery from
the motorcycle's on-board sys- ATTENTION ATTENTION
8
tems. You can obtain additional Charging connected battery Charging a fully discharged
information from your authorised 139
via the battery terminals. battery via the on-board
BMW Motorrad dealer. socket or the extra socket.
Damage to the on-board elec-
tronics. Damage to the on-board elec-
The vehicle's starting capabil-
Disconnect the battery at tronics.
ity is independent of the state
Maintenance
of charge of the second battery, the battery terminals before If a battery has discharged to
as the second battery is discon- charging. the extent that it is completely
nected from the onboard elec- flat (battery voltage less than
trical system when the ignition is ATTENTION 9 V, status-indicator lights and
switched off. multifunction display remain off
Unsuitable battery chargers when the ignition is switched
Charging and float charging of connected to an on-board z
on) it has to be disconnec-
the motorcycle's main battery socket. ted from the on-board cir-
have no effect on the second Damage to charger and to frame cuits and re-charged with the
battery. It must be dealt with and suspension electronics. charger connected directly to
separately.
Use suitable BMW chargers. the battery posts.
Charge battery when The suitable charger is
Charge via the charging socket,
available from your authorised
connected with the battery connected
Disconnect devices plugged to the motorcycle's on-board
into the sockets. electrical system.

of a lengthy period of disuse.
8 NOTICE NOTICE See the instructions for caring
The motorcycle's on-board elec- If you are unable to charge the for your battery. Always fully re-
140 charge the battery before restor-
tronics know when the battery battery through the on-board
is fully charged. The on-board socket, you may be using a char- ing it to use.
socket is switched off when this ger that is not compatible with Removing battery
happens. your motorcycle's electronics. If
this happens, disconnect the bat- Removing seat ( 64).
Maintenance
Charge via the battery termin- Removing centre trim panel

als, with the second battery tery from the on-board systems
and connect the charger directly ( 135).
connected to the motorcycle's Make sure the ground is level
on-board electrical system. to the battery.
NOTICE Charging battery when cycle on its stand.
z disconnected with alarm system (DWA) OE
The second battery is connected Charge the battery using a If applicable, switch off the anti-
directly to the on-board electrics suitable charger. theft alarm.
only when the ignition is ON. Comply with the operating in-
Consequently, the restrictions re- Switch off the ignition.
structions of the charger.
garding the type of charger to be After charging, remove the pole
used do not apply for the second terminal of the charger from
battery. the battery posts.
Comply with the operating in-
structions of the charger. NOTICE
The battery has to be recharged
at regular intervals in the course

holder forward, away from the
battery. 8
Lift the battery up and out;
work it slightly back and forth 141
if it is difficult to remove.
Installing battery
Maintenance
NOTICE
If the battery was disconnected Place the battery holder in po-
ATTENTION from the motorcycle for a pro- sition, making sure that the
longed period of time it will be leads are correctly routed at
Battery not disconnected in
necessary to enter the current position 4.
accordance with correct pro-
cedure.
date in the instrument panel, in Install screws 3 on left and z
order to ensure that the service- right.
Risk of short-circuit
due indicator functions correctly.
Always proceed in compliance ATTENTION
If you want to have the date
with the specified disconnec-
set consult a specialist work-
tion sequence. Battery not connected in ac-
Disconnect negative lead 1 cordance with correct pro-
first. cedure.
Switch off the ignition. Risk of short-circuit
Then disconnect positive
Insert the battery into the bat- Always proceed in compliance
lead 2.
tery compartment, with the with the specified installation
Remove the screws 3 on left
positive terminal on the right sequence.
and right and pull the batter
in the direction of travel.

Connect positive lead 2 to the
8 battery's positive terminal.
Connect negative lead 1 to the
142 battery's negative terminal.
Installing centre trim panel

( 135).
Install the seat ( 64).
Maintenance
Setting clock ( 43).
Remove and install the

second battery
If you want to have the second
z battery removed or installed
consult a specialist workshop,

Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
9
143
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Cleaning easily damaged compon-
ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Care
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 146 z
Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 146

Care products Washing the vehicle Apply the brakes in good time
9 BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends
to allow the friction and heat to
dry the brake discs and brake
144 that you use the cleaning that you use BMW insect re-
pads.
and care products you can mover to soften and wash off
obtain from your authorised insects and stubborn dirt on
BMW Motorrad dealer. The painted parts prior to washing ATTENTION
substances in BMW Care the motorcycle. Effect of road salt intensified
Care
Products have been tested in To prevent stains, do not wash by warm water.
laboratories and in practice; the vehicle immediately after it Corrosion
z they provide optimised care and has been exposed to strong sun- Use only cold water to wash off
protection for the materials used light and do not wash it in the road salt.
in your vehicle. sun.
Make sure that the vehicle is ATTENTION
ATTENTION washed frequently, especially
Use of unsuitable cleaning during the winter months. Damage due to high water
and care products. To remove road salt, clean the pressure from high pressure
Damage to vehicle parts. motorcycle with cold water im- cleaners or steam cleaners.
Do not use solvents such as mediately after every trip. Corrosion or short-circuit, dam-
cellulose thinners, cold clean- age to seals, to the hydraulic
WARNING brake system, to the electrics
ers, fuel or the like, and do
not use cleaning products that Wet brake discs and brake and the seat.
contain alcohol. pads after vehicle wash, after Exercise restraint when using
riding through water and in a steam jet or high-pressure
rainy conditions. cleaning equipment.
Diminished braking effect.

Cleaning easily Rubber
damaged components
NOTICE
Treat rubber components with 9
Soften stubborn dirt and insects water or BMW rubber-care 145
Plastics products.
by covering the affected areas
ATTENTION with a wet cloth.
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning Chrome Application of silicone sprays
Care
agents. Use plenty of water and BMW to rubber seals.
Damage to plastic surfaces. shampoo to clean chrome, par- Damage to the rubber seals.
Do not use cleaning agents ticularly if it has been exposed to
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Do not use silicone sprays
that contain alcohol, solvents or road salt. Use chrome polish for or care products that contain
abrasives. additional treatment. silicon.
Do not use insect-remover
pads or cleaning pads with Radiator
Paint care
hard, scouring surfaces. Clean the radiator regularly to
prevent overheating of the en- Washing the vehicle regularly will
Body panels gine due to inadequate cooling. help counteract the long-term
Clean the trim panels with water For example, use a garden hose effects of substances that can
and BMW plastic care emulsion. with low water pressure. damage the paint, especially if
your vehicle is ridden in areas
Windscreens and lenses ATTENTION with high air pollution or natural
made of plastic sources of dirt, for example tree
Radiator fins easily bent. resin or pollen.
Clean off dirt and insects with a
soft sponge and plenty of water. Damage to radiator fins. Remove particularly aggressive
Take care not to bend the radi- substances immediately, how-
ator fins when cleaning. ever, as otherwise the paint can

be affected or become discol- Spray the brake and clutch Restoring motorcycle
9 oured. Substances of this nature lever pivots and the main and to use
include spilt fuel, oil, grease, side stand pivots with a suit-
146 brake fluid and bird droppings. able lubricant. Remove the protective wax
We recommend BMW vehicle coating.
polish or BMW paint cleaner for Coat bright metal and chrome- Clean the motorcycle.
this purpose. plated parts with an acid-free
grease (e.g. Vaseline). Installing battery ( 141).
Marks on the paintwork are par-
Care
Comply with checklist ( 71).

ticularly easy to see after the Stand the motorcycle in a dry
z motorcycle has been washed. room in such a way that there
Remove stains of this kind im- is no load on either wheel
mediately, using cleaning-grade (preferably using the front-
benzene or petroleum spirit on a wheel and rear-wheel stands
clean cloth or ball of cotton wool. from BMW Motorrad).
BMW tar remover for removing Protective wax coating
specks of tar. Remember to wax
the parts treated in this way. BMW Motorrad recommends
applying only BMW car wax or
Laying up the products containing carnauba
wax or synthetic wax.
motorcycle
It is time to rewax the paint-
Clean the motorcycle. work when water "puddles" on
the surface, instead of forming
Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank.
beads.
Removing battery ( 140).

Technical data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
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147
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Technical data
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
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Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

Troubleshooting chart
10 Engine does not start or is difficult to start:
148 Possible cause Rectification
Kill switch activated Set emergency-off switch (kill switch) to operating
position.
Side stand extended and gear engaged Select neutral or retract the side stand.
Technical data
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever.
No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 80).
Battery flat Charge battery when connected ( 139).

Threaded fasteners
Front wheel FR Valid
10
149
Brake caliper to telescopic fork
M10 x 40 38 Nm
Clamp of quick-release axle
Technical data
M8 x 25 Tighten screws six times in alternate
sequence
19 Nm
Axle screw in quick-release
axle, front
M14 x 1.5 30 Nm
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Rear wheel FR Valid
Locknut of the final-drive chain
tensioning screw
M8 19 Nm
Rear quick-release axle in
swinging arm
M16 x 1.5 100 Nm

Mirror arm FR Valid
10 Locknut (mirror) to clamping
150 piece
M10 x 1.5 20 Nm
Multi-wax spray
Clamping piece (mirror) to
Technical data
clamping block
M10 30 Nm

Engine
Engine design Two-cylinder four-stroke, DOHC, 4 valves oper-
10
ated by cam followers, liquid-cooled cylinders and 151
heads, integral coolant pump, 6-speed gearbox
and dry sump lubrication
Displacement 798 cm3
Technical data
Cylinder bore 82 mm
Piston stroke 75.6 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 1
Nominal output 63 kW, - at engine speed: 7500 min-1
with regular unleaded OE 61 kW, - at engine speed: 7500 min-1
with power reduction to 35 kW OE 35 kW, - at engine speed: 7000 min-1 z
with power reduction to 25 kW OE 25 kW, - at engine speed: 7000 min-1
Torque 83 Nm, - at engine speed: 5750 min-1
with regular unleaded OE 81 Nm, - at engine speed: 5750 min-1
with power reduction to 35 kW OE 63 Nm, - at engine speed: 4000 min-1
with regular unleaded OE
Maximum engine speed max 9000 min-1

10 Idle speed 1250+50 min-1, vehicle at standstill
152 Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
95 ROZ/RON
89 AKI
Technical data
with regular unleaded OE Regular unleaded (slight power- and

consumption-related restrictions) (max. 10 %
ethanol, E10)
91 ROZ/RON
87 AKI
Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l
z Reserve fuel min 2.7 l

Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity approx. 2.9 l, with filter change
10
153
Viscosity class
SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not per-
missible because they can attack coated compon-
ents of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends
Technical data
BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro oil
Oil additives BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil addit-
ives, because they can have a detrimental effect
on clutch operation. Please do not hesitate to
contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer
if you have any questions relating the choice of a
suitable engine oil for your motorcycle. z
BMW recommends

Clutch
10 Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath
154
Transmission
Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed transmission, integrated into
engine block
Technical data
Gearbox transmission ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary transmission ratio

1:2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear
1:1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear
1:1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear
1:1.174 (23/27 teeth), 4th gear
1:1.042 (24/25 teeth), 5th gear
z 1:0.960 (25/24 teeth), 6th gear

Rear-wheel drive
Type of final drive Chain drive
10
155
Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm
Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 16/42
Running gear
Technical data
Front wheel
Type of front suspension Upside-down fork
Spring travel, front 230 mm, At wheel
with lowered suspension OE 190 mm, At wheel
Rear wheel z
Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm
Type of rear suspension Direct-pivot central spring strut with steplessly
adjustable rebound-stage damping
Spring travel at rear wheel 215 mm, At wheel
with lowered suspension OE 190 mm, At wheel

Brakes
10 Front wheel
156
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 2-pis-
ton floating calipers and floating brake discs
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Rear wheel
Technical data
Type of rear brake Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 1-piston

floating caliper and fixed disc
Brake-pad material, rear Organic material
Wheels and tyres

z Recommended tyre sets Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be
happy to supply an up-to-date list of the approved
wheel/tyre combinations, or you can check the in-
formation posted on the bmwmotorrad.com web-
site.
Speed category, front/rear tyres V, required at least: 240 km/h

Front wheel
Front wheel type Spoked wheel, MT H2
10
157
Front wheel rim size 2.15" x 21"
Tyre designation, front 90 / 90 - 21
Load index, front tyre min. 42
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g
Technical data
Rear wheel
Rear-wheel type Spoked wheel, MT H2
Rear wheel rim size 4.25" x 17"
Tyre designation, rear 150 / 70 - 17
Load index, rear tyre min. 66 z
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 45 g
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold
2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold
Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold

Electrics
10 Electrical rating of on-board sockets 5A
158
Fuses Electronic fuses protect all the circuits. If an elec-
tronic fuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the
circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched
on after the fault has been rectified.
Technical data
Fuses for optional extras

Retainer 1 10 A, Marker strobe
Retainer 2 7.5 A, 360° marker strobe
Retainer 3 10 A, Hailing system
Retainer 4 10 A, Two-way radio
z Retainer 5 4 A, Switch for hailing system
Retainer 6 Not used
Retainer 7 4 A, Accessories socket
Retainer 8 30 A, Second battery
Battery
Battery type AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery
Battery rated voltage 12 V
Battery rated capacity 12 Ah

Second battery
Battery type AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery
10
159
Battery rated voltage 12 V
Rated capacity of the second battery 11.8 Ah
Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E
Technical data
Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8...0.9 mm, when new
Lighting
Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W z
Bulb for tail light/brake light LED
Maximum number of defective LEDs in rear-light 6, Brake light/rear light
unit
Bulb for number-plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear R10W / 12 V / 10 W

Frame
10 Frame type Tubular spaceframe
160
Type plate location Steering head, front top
Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right, on steering head
Dimensions
Technical data
Length of motorcycle 2300 mm, across front wheel to number-plate

carrier
Height of motorcycle 1345 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un-
laden weight (as per DIN standard)
with lowered suspension OE 1315 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un-
z laden weight (as per DIN standard)
Width of motorcycle 890 mm, across handlebars without mirrors
Front-seat height 880 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
with Comfort seat OE 895 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
with seat, low OE 850 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
with lowered suspension OE 820 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1930 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
with seat, low OE 1880 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
with Comfort seat OE 1960 mm, Without rider at unladen weight

with lowered suspension OE 1790 mm, Without rider at unladen weight
10
Weights 161
Unladen weight 214 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %
load of fuel, without OE
Permissible gross weight 444 kg
Technical data
Maximum payload 230 kg
Riding specifications
Top speed >200 km/h
with power reduction to 35 kW OE 165 km/h
with power reduction to 25 kW OE 136 km/h
z

10
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Technical data

Service
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
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163
BMW Motorrad Mobility
services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Service
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Standard BMW service . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
z
Confirmation of maintenance
work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

BMW Motorrad Service work on your motorcycle car- BMW Motorrad Mobility
11 BMW Motorrad has an extensive
ried out by a specialist work- services
164 network of dealerships in place As owner of a new BMW
to look after you and your mo- motorcycle, in circumstances
torcycle in more than 100 coun- In order to help ensure that your in which assistance is required
tries. Authorised BMW Motorrad BMW is always in optimum you can benefit from the
dealerships have the technical condition, BMW Motorrad protection afforded by the various
Service
information and the technical recommends compliance with BMW Motorrad mobility services
know-how to reliably carry out the maintenance intervals (e.g. Mobile Service, breakdown
all maintenance and repair work specified for your motorcycle. service, vehicle recovery service).
z on your BMW. Have all maintenance and repair Your authorised BMW Motorrad
Visit our website work carried out confirmed in the dealer will be happy provide in-
www.bmwmotorrad.com "Service" chapter in this manual. formation about the mobility ser-
to find out where the nearest For generous treatment of claims vices available to you.
authorised BMW Motorrad submitted after the warranty
dealership is located. period has expired, evidence of Maintenance work
regular maintenance is essential. BMW Pre-delivery Check
WARNING
Your authorised BMW Motorrad Your authorised BMW Motorrad
Maintenance and repair work
dealer can provide information on dealer conducts the BMW pre-
not in compliance with cor-
BMW services and the work un- delivery check before handing
rect procedure.
dertaken as part of each service. over the vehicle to you.
Risk of accident due to sub-
sequent damage.
you to have all the associated

BMW Running-in Check meter reading is reached before
The BMW running-in check the next scheduled date for the 11
has to be performed when the service.
165
vehicle has covered between
The service-due indicator in the
500 km and 1200 km.
multifunction display reminds you
BMW Service about one month or 1000 km
in advance when the time for a
The BMW Service is carried out
Service
service is approaching, on the
once a year; the extent of ser-
basis of the programmed values.
vicing can vary, depending on
the age of the vehicle and the To find out more about service z
distance it has covered. Your au- go to:
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer bmw-motorrad.com/service
confirms that the service work
has been carried out and enters The maintenance tasks neces-
the date when the next service sary for your vehicle are set out
will be due. in the maintenance schedule be-
Riders who cover long distances low:
in a year might have to bring in
their vehicles for service before
the next scheduled date. It is
to allow for these cases that a
maximum odometer reading is
entered as well in the confirma-
tion of service. Servicing has to
be brought forward if this odo-

11
166
Service

Maintenance schedule
1 BMW Running-in check 11
2 Standard BMW service 167
( 168)
3 Engine-oil change, with
filter
4 Check valve clearance
Service
5 Replace all spark plugs
6 Replace air-filter element
7 Check or replace air-filter
element z
8 Oil change in the tele-
scopic forks
9 Change brake fluid, entire
system
a annually or every
10000 km (whichever
comes first)
b if vehicle is used off-road,
annually or every 10000
km (whichever comes first)
c for the first time after one
year, then every two years

Standard BMW service Check the ease of movement
11 A standard BMW service con-
of the side stand.
Check the ease of movement
168 sists of the following mainten-
of the centre stand (if vehicle
ance work:
fitted with the "centre stand"
Perform vehicle test with the
optional extra).
BMW Motorrad diagnosis sys-
Check the steering-head bear-
tem.
ing.
Service
Check the coolant level.

Check the lights and signalling
Check/adjust the clutch play.
equipment.
Check the freedom of move-
z Check that the engine start
ment of the throttle cable and
suppression system is in work-
check for kinks and chafing.
ing order.
Check the front and rear brake
Perform final inspection and
pads and brake discs for wear.
check of roadworthiness.
Check the front and rear brake-
Set the service-due date and
fluid levels.
service countdown distance.
Visually inspect the brake
Check the battery charge state.
pipes, brake hoses and
Confirm BMW service in the
connections.
on-board documentation.
Check the spoke tension, ad-
just if necessary.
Check the tyre pressures and
tread depth.
Check and lubricate the chain
drive.

Confirmation of maintenance work
11
BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in
169
Check Check
Completed Completed
on on
Service
Odometer reading
Next service
at the latest z
on
or, if logged beforehand,
Odometer reading
Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

11 BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
170
on on on
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading
Next service Next service Next service

Service
at the latest at the latest at the latest
on on on
z or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,
Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
11
171
on on on
Service
on on on
or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, z

11 BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
172
on on on

Service
on on on
z or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,

BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
BMW Service
Completed
11
173
on on on
Service
on on on
or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, z

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

Item Odometer Date
reading 11
175
Service
z

11
176
Service

Appendix
Certificate for electronic immobil-
12
iser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 177
Appendix
z

FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi-
Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly
Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party
ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance
(1) This device may not could void the user’s
cause harmful inter- authority to operate the
ference, and equipment.
(2) this device must accept
Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification
la FCC contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été
annulaire. approuvée expressément
Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa-
présente dans le conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut
commutateur d'allumage des règles de la FCC. Son annuler l'autorisation
utilisation est soumise aux accordée à l'utilisateur pour
deux conditions suivantes : utiliser le dispositif.
3 Ambient temperature Second battery, position on the
13 360° marker strobe
Control, 24
Outside temperature motorcycle, 13
warning, 38 Technical data, 158
180 Operation, 49 Reading, 32 Brake fluid
Position on the vehicle, 17 ASC Checking fluid level, front, 111
Engineering details, 87 Checking fluid level, rear, 112
A
Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Operation, 54 Reservoir, front, 15
Self-diagnosis, 73 Reservoir, rear, 15
Index
ABS
Control, 21 Warnings, 39 Brake pads
z Engineering details, 85 Auxiliary headlights Checking front, 109
Operation, 53 Operation, 91 Checking rear, 110
Self-diagnosis, 73 Average values Running in, 75
Warnings, 38 Resetting, 45 Brakes
Accessories Adjusting handlebar lever, 58
General instructions, 90 B Checking operation, 109
Battery Safety instructions, 77
Actuality, 7
Charging battery when
Air filter Technical data, 156
connected, 139
Installation, 136
Charging battery when C
Position on the motorcycle, 20
disconnected, 140 Cases
Removal, 136
Installation, 141 Operation, 92
Aluminium case
Operation, 95 Maintenance instructions, 138
Aluminium topcase Position on the motorcycle, 20
Operation, 101 Removal, 140

Chain D ESA
Adjusting sag, 116 Damping
Adjuster, 15
Operation, 61 13
Checking sag, 116
adjusting, 60 F 181
Checking wear, 117
Dimensions Fire extinguisher, 104
Lubricating, 116
Technical data, 160 Position on the vehicle, 13
Checklist, 71
First-aid kit
Clock E Position on the motorcycle, 18
adjusting, 43
Index
Electrics Frame
Control, 25 Technical data, 158 Technical data, 160
Clutch Emergency off switch (kill Front-wheel stand z
Adjusting handlebar lever, 57 switch), 23 Installing, 127
Adjusting play, 114 Operation, 52 Fuel
Checking operation, 114 Engine Filler neck, 15
Checking play, 114 starting, 71 Fill-level indicator, 31
Technical data, 154 Technical data, 151 Refuelling, 80
Confirmation of maintenance Warning for engine Reserve volume, 31
work, 169 electronics, 37 Technical data, 152
Coolant Engine oil Fuel reserve
Checking fill level, 113 Checking fill level, 107 Warning, 36
Fill-level indicator, 15 Filler neck, 11 Fuses, 158
Topping up, 114 Oil dipstick, 11 Position on the motorcycle, 19
Warning for overtemperat- Technical data, 153 Replacing, 134
ure, 36 Topping up, 108
Equipment, 7

G Headlight J
13 General views
Instrument panel, 25
Adjusting headlight beam Jump starting, 137
throw, 63
182 Left handlebar fitting, 21, 22 K
Beam throw, 63
Left side of motorcycle, 11 Keys, 42
Driving on right/driving on
Left side of vehicle, 13 left, 63 L
Multifunction display, 28 Heated handlebar grips Lighting
Right handlebar fitting, 23, 24 Control, 23
Index
Replace auxiliary
Right side of motorcycle, 15 Helmet holder headlights, 133
z Right side of vehicle, 17 Helmet, securing, 65 Replacing brake and tail light
Underneath the seat, 18, 19 Position on the motorcycle, 18 bulb, 131
Underneath the trim panel, 20 Horn Replacing high-beam headlight
Warning and telltale lights, 30 Control, 21 bulb, 128
Replacing low-beam headlight
H I
bulb, 128
Hailing system Ignition
Switching off, 42 Replacing number-plate light
Control, 22 bulbs, 132
Loudspeaker, position on the Switching on, 42
Replacing side-light bulb, 129
motorcycle, 13 Immobiliser
Reserve key, 43 Replacing turn indicator
Hazard warning flashers bulbs, 131
Control, 21 Warning, 36
Instrument panel Technical data, 159
Operation, 48 Warning for bulb failure, 37
Ambient-light brightness
sensor, 25 Lights
Overview, 25 Control, 21
Headlight flasher, operating, 47

High-beam headlight, Marker strobe Off-road mode
operating, 47 Control, 24 adjusting, 55 13
Low-beam headlight, 47 Operation, 49 Control, 23
183
Parking lights, operating, 47 Position on the vehicle, 17 Engineering details, 84
Side light, 47 Mirrors Off-roading, 76
Lights-off setting adjusting, 58 On-board computer
Control, 24 Mobility services, 164 Control, 21
Motorcycle
Index
Operation, 50
Care, 143 P
Loudspeaker Parking, 78
For hailing system, position on Cleaning, 143 z
Lashing, 81 Power socket
the motorcycle, 13 Notes on use, 90
For siren, position on the Laying up, 146
motorcycle, 13 Parking, 78
Pre-Ride-Check, 72
Lowered suspension Multifunction display, 25
Restrictions, 68 Meaning of symbols, 29 R
Luggage Overview, 28 Rear-wheel drive
Instructions for loading, 68 Select display, 44 Technical data, 155
Lashing, 92 Multifunction switch Redline warning
General view, left side, 21, 22 Switching on, 75, 76
M General view, right side, 23, 24 Warning light, 25
Maintenance Refuelling, 80
General instructions, 106 O Rev. counter, 25
Maintenance schedule, 167 Odometer
Control, 25 Rider's Manual
Maintenance intervals, 164 Position on the motorcycle, 18
Resetting, 45
Riding mode, 55

Running gear Spring preload Rear-wheel drive, 155
13 Technical data, 155 Adjuster, 15 Running gear, 155
Running in, 75 adjusting, 59 Second battery, 159
184
Tools, 18 Spark plugs, 159
S Starting, 71 Standards, 7
Safety instructions Control, 23 Transmission, 154
For brake, 77
Steering lock Weights, 161
For riding, 68
Index
Locking, 42 Wheels and tyres, 156

Seat Stopwatch
Installation, 64 Telltale lights
z Operation, 45 Overview, 30
Lock, 11
Symbols Toolkit
Removal, 64
Meaning, 29 Contents, 106
Second battery
Position on the vehicle, 13 T Topcase
Technical data, 159 Technical data Operation, 98
Service, 164 Battery, 158
Torques, 149
Service-due indicator, 32 Brakes, 156
Transmission
Siren Bulbs, 159 Technical data, 154
Control, 22 Clutch, 154 Trim panels
Loudspeaker, position on the Dimensions, 160 Installing centre trim panel, 135
motorcycle, 13 Electrics, 158 Removing centre trim
Operation, 50, 51 Engine, 151 panel, 135
Spark plugs Engine oil, 153 Troubleshooting chart, 148
Technical data, 159 Frame, 160
Speedometer, 25 Fuel, 152

Turn indicators Vehicle Identification Number Install the rear wheel, 125
Control, 21 Position on the motorcycle, 15 Installing front wheel, 120 13
Operation, 48 Removing front wheel, 118
W 185
Twistgrip brake Removing rear wheel, 124
Control, 24 Warning lights
Overview, 30 Technical data, 156
Operation, 74
Warnings
Two-way radio box
ABS, 38
Operation, 103
Index
ASC, 39
Position on the vehicle, 13
Bulb defect, 37
Type plate z
Coolant temperature, 36
Engine electronics, 37
Tyres
Checking inflation pressure, 62 Fuel reserve, 36
Checking tread depth, 115 Immobiliser, 36
Mode of presentation, 33
Pressures, 157
Outside temperature
Recommendation, 118
warning, 38
Running in, 75
Warnings, overview, 34
Table of tyre pressures, 18
Weights
Technical data, 156
Payload table, 18
Top speed, 69
Technical data, 161
V Wheels
Vehicle Change of size, 118
Restoring to use, 146 Check spokes, 115
Checking rims, 115

13
186
Index

Details described or illustrated Original rider’s manual, printed in
in this booklet may differ from Germany.
the vehicle's actual specification
as purchased, the accessories
fitted or the national-market spe-
cification. No claims will be en-
tertained as a result of such dis-
crepancies.
Dimensions, weights, fuel con-
sumption and performance data
are quoted to the customary tol-
erances.
The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions excepted.
© 2015 Bayerische Motoren

Werke Aktiengesellschaft
80788 Munich, Germany
Not to be reproduced by any
means whatsoever, wholly or
in part, without the written per-
mission of BMW Motorrad, After
Sales.

Important data for refuelling.
Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
95 ROZ/RON
89 AKI
with regular unleaded OE Regular unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related
restrictions) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)
91 ROZ/RON
87 AKI
Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l
Reserve fuel min 2.7 l
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold
Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold
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Vehicle data Dealership details

Model Person to contact in Service department

Vehicle Identification Number Ms/Mr

Colour code Phone number

Date of first registration

Registration number Dealership address/phone number (com-

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5 Helmet holder ( 65)

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level of grip heating

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ASC telltale and warning

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pears more than a month before

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The possible warnings are listed

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lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 36)

lights up red flashes Coolant temperature too high ( 36)

lights up yellow appears on the Engine in emergency-operation mode

"x.x °C" flashes Outside temperature warning ( 38)

flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed

lights up ABS deactivated ( 38)

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quick-flashes ASC intervention ( 39)

lights up ASC deactivated ( 39)

lights up ASC fault ( 39)

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Possible cause: Do not run the fuel tank dry. essential.