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General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General instructions
Currentness of this manual . . . . . . . . . . 7
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Overview Special information on op- OE Optional equipment
1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-
erating and inspecting your The motorcycles are as-
motorcycle as well as mainte- sembled complete with
6 al will provide you with an initial
nance and adjustment proce- all the BMW optional ex-
overview of your motorcycle. All
dures. tras originally ordered.
maintenance and repair work car-
ried out on your motorcycle will Indicates the end of an
OA Optional accessories
be documented in Chapter 11. item of information.
BMW optional acces-
General instructions
General instructions
Rider's Manual describes option- differ.
al extras (OE) offered by BMW
and selected optional accessories Currentness of this
(OA). This explains why the man- manual
ual may also contain descriptions
of equipment which you have not The high safety and quality stan-
ordered. Please note, too, that dards of BMW motorcycles are
your motorcycle might not be ex- maintained by constant devel-
actly as illustrated in this manual opment work on designs, equip-
on account of country-specific ment and accessories. Because
differences. of this, your motorcycle may dif- z
fer from the information supplied
If your BMW is equipped with
in the Rider's Manual. In addition,
options or accessories not de-
BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee
scribed in this Rider's Manual,
the total absence of errors. We
then this equipment is described
hope you will appreciate that no
in a separate operating manual.
claims can be entertained on the
basis of the data, illustrations or
descriptions in this manual.
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General instructions
Overviews
Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Overviews
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 z
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Overviews
General view, left side
1 Clutch fluid reservoir 2
( 102) 11
2 Seat lock (below tail light)
( 65)
3 Adjuster for spring preload,
rear ( 60)
Overviews
4 Adjustment of rear damp-
ing ( 61)
5 Onboard socket ( 90)
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Overviews
General view, right side
1 Engine oil level indicator 2
( 97) 13
2 Fuel filler opening ( 77)
3 Battery compartment
( 122)
4 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
Overviews
( 98)
5 Vehicle identification num-
ber (on front right side
panel)
6 Type plate (on rear cross z
tube)
7 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear
( 101)
Left handlebar fitting
2 1 High-beam headlight and
14 headlight flasher ( 53)
2 Operating odometer
( 47)
with onboard comput-
er OE
Overviews
Overviews
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Underneath seat
2 1 Luggage loops
16 2 Rider's Manual (US Model)
3 Tire inflation pressure table
and payload table
4 Toolkit ( 96)
5 Engine oil fill location
Overviews
( 98)
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Instrument cluster
1 Tachometer 2
2 Speedometer 17
3 Indicator lights ( 20)
4 Multifunction display
( 20)
5 Ambient brightness sensor
Overviews
(for brightness adjustment
of instrument lighting)
with anti-theft alarm OE
Anti-theft alarm indicator
light (see anti-theft alarm z
operating instructions)
6 Operating odometer
( 47)
Operating clock ( 46)
The instrument-cluster
lighting has automatic day
and night switchover.
Headlight
2 1 Low-beam headlight
18 2 High-beam headlight
3 Parking lights
Overviews
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Status indicators
Status indicators
Standard displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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Displays with onboard computer . . . . 21
Displays with Tire Pressure Control
RDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Status indicators
Displays with heated hand grips . . . . 22
Standard warning indicators . . . . . . . . 22
Warning indicators of onboard com-
puter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
ABS warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
ASC warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 z
RDC warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Anti-theft alarm warning
indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Standard displays Indicator lights Gear indicator
3 Multifunction display The gear engaged or N
20 for neutral appears on the
display.
If no gear is engaged, the
'neutral' indicator light also
lights up.
Status indicators
Coolant temperature
The lateral bars under the
1 Turn indicators, left temperature symbol show
2 High-beam headlight the coolant temperature level.
1 Clock ( 46)
3 Idling
2 Gear indicator ( 20) Service display
4 Turn indicators, right
3 Coolant temperature
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Fuel capacity
4 Odometer and tripmeters
( 47) The horizontal bars under
5 Fuel capacity ( 20) the gas pump symbol indi-
cated the remaining fuel quantity.
When the fuel in the tank is
topped up the gauge briefly
shows the original level, before
the reading is updated.
If the time remaining until the
next service lies within a month,
the service date is briefly dis- If the service interval has been Displays with onboard
played following the pre-ride exceeded, the general warning computer 3
check. The month and year are light also lights up yellow in ad-
shown as two digits each sepa- dition to the date or mileage dis- with onboard computer OE 21
rated by a dash; in this example play. The Service lettering is dis-
the display means "March 2007". played continuously.
If the service display already
more than one month be-
Status indicators
fore the service date, or if the
Service lettering does not stop
after the service date is exceed-
ed, then the date stored in the
instrument cluster must be set.
This situation can occur if the
1 Onboard computer display
battery has been disconnected
area ( 49)
for a longer time. z
If the motorcycle is driven long Consult a certified workshop,
distances annually, it is possible preferably an authorized BMW Displays with Tire
that earlier service is required. If Motorrad retailer, for setting of Pressure Control RDC
the odometer reading for the ear- the date.
lier service lies within 600 miles with Tire Pressure Control
(1,000 km), the remaining miles (TPC/RDC) OE
(kilometers) are counted down
in 60-mile (100-km) steps and
briefly displayed following the
pre-ride check.
Standard warning
3 indicators
22 Display
Status indicators
Status indicators
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Overview of warning indicators
3 Indicator lights Displays Meaning
24 Lights up yellow EWS ! Is indicated Electronic immobilizer is active ( 26)
Status indicators
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Electronic immobilizer is damage the catalytic converter, Be sure to observe the measures
3 active and the engine dying unexpected listed below.
General warning light shows can lead to accidents. Possible cause:
26 Do not drive until the fuel tank is
yellow. The coolant temperature is too
completely empty.
EWS ! is indicated. high.
Possible cause: If possible, continue driving
Possible cause:
At the most, the fuel tank still in the part-load range to cool
The key being used is not autho-
Status indicators
Status indicators
pecially during passing maneu-
vers. The engine oil pressure is insuffi-
Oil-can symbol appears on
Adapt your driving style to cient.
the display.
the possibly reduced engine Driving with insufficient en-
performance. The oil pressure in the lubricating gine oil pressure can result
oil circuit is too low. If the warn- in engine damage.
Possible cause: ing light lights up, stop immedi- Do not continue driving.
The engine control unit has di- ately and switch off the engine.
agnosed a fault. In exceptional Have the malfunction corrected
The warning on insuffi-
as soon as possible by a spe-
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cases, the engine stops and can cient engine oil pressure
no longer be started. Otherwise, cialized workshop, preferably
is no substitute for the func-
the engine runs in the emergen- an authorized BMW Motorrad
tion of an oil-level indicator. The
cy operating mode. retailer.
correct engine oil level can on-
Continued driving is possible, ly be checked on the oil level Battery charge current
however the accustomed en- indicator.
gine performance may not be insufficient
available. General warning light shows
Have the malfunction corrected red.
as soon as possible by a spe-
Battery symbol appears on Rear bulb defective A defective bulb places
3 the display. General warning light shows your safety at risk because
yellow. it is easier for other users to
28 A discharged battery leads
oversee the motorcycle.
to the failure of various mo- LAMPR ! is indicated. Replace defective bulbs as
torcycle systems, e.g. lighting,
A defective bulb places soon as possible; always carry a
engine or ABS. This can result in
your safety at risk because complete set of spare bulbs if
dangerous driving situations.
it is easier for other users to possible.
Status indicators
Status indicators
Possible cause:
A combination of several bulb Warnings of the onboard com-
defects is present. puter are shown in area 1.
See the fault descriptions The possible warnings are listed
above. on the next page.
Warning indicators of
onboard computer z
Display
with onboard computer OE
Overview of warning indicators
3 Indicator lights Displays Meaning
30 Is indicated Engine oil level too low ( 31)
Check Oil Is
indicated
Status indicators
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Engine oil level too low Ice warning Display
Oil level symbol appears on Ice crystal symbol appears 3
the display. on the display. 31
Check Oil is indicated. Possible cause:
Possible cause: The air temperature measured
The electronic oil level sensor at the motorcycle is lower than
has detected a low engine oil 37 °F (3 °C).
Status indicators
level. Check the engine oil level The ice warning does not
on the oil level indicator the next mean that there is no risk
time you stop for refueling: of black ice forming at measured
Checking engine oil level ABS warnings are indicated by
temperatures above 37 °F (3 °C). the ABS warning light 1.
( 97). Always think well ahead when
If oil level is too low: In some countries an alternative
temperatures are low, especially display of the ABS warning light
Topping up engine oil ( 98). on bridges and where the road is is possible.
Possible cause:
in the shade. z
Think well ahead when driving. Possible country-dependent
If "Check oil level" appears in
versions.
the display, although a correct
oil level has been measured on ABS warning Additional information on the
the oil level indicator, the oil level indicators BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is
sensor may be defective. with BMW Motorrad Integral provided from page ( 82); an
Contact a specialized work- ABS II OE overview of the possible warnings
shop, preferably an authorized is provided on the following page.
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Overview of warning indicators
3 Indicator lights Displays Meaning
32 Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed
( 33)
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ABS self-diagnosis not with BMW Motorrad Integral ASC warning
completed ABS II OE indicators 3
ABS warning light flashes. Switching on ABS function
Display 33
( 56).
with automatic Stability Con-
Possible cause: ABS error trol OE
The ABS function is not avail- ABS warning light lights up.
able, because the self-diagno-
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sis has not been completed. To
Possible cause:
check the wheel sensors, the
motorcycle must be driven a few The ABS control unit has detect-
yards. ed an error. The ABS function is
Ride off slowly. It must be not- not available.
ed that the ABS function is not Continued driving is possible
available until the self-diagnosis while taking the failed ABS
has been completed. function into account. Observe
additional information on situa- z
ASC warnings are displayed with
ABS deactivated tions which can lead to an ABS the ASC symbol 2 in conjunction
ABS warning light lights up. error ( 83). with the general warning light 1.
Have the malfunction corrected Additional information on the
as soon as possible by a spe- BMW Motorrad ASC is provided
Possible cause: cialized workshop, preferably from page ( 84); an overview
The ABS system has been deac- an authorized BMW Motorrad of the possible warnings is pro-
tivated by the driver. retailer. vided on the following page.
Overview of warning indicators
3 Indicator lights Displays Meaning
34 Flashes rapidly in Is indicated ASC intervention ( 35)
yellow
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ASC intervention engine must be running and the Possible cause:
General warning light flash- motorcycle must be moved at a The ASC control unit has detect- 3
es rapidly in yellow. speed of at least 3 mph (5 km/h). ed an error. The ASC function is
Ride off slowly. It must be not- 35
not available.
ASC symbol is displayed. ed that the ASC function is not Continue driving is possible. It
available until the self-diagnosis must be noted that the ASC
The ASC has detected insta- has been completed. function is not available. Ob-
bility at the rear wheel and has serve additional information on
Status indicators
ASC deactivated situations which can lead to an
reduced the torque. The warn-
ing light flashes longer than the ASC symbol is displayed. ASC error ( 85).
duration of the ASC intervention. Have the malfunction corrected
As a result, the driver is provided Possible cause: as soon as possible by a spe-
with optical feedback on the reg- cialized workshop, preferably
The ASC system has been deac-
ulation carried out even after the an authorized BMW Motorrad
tivated by the driver.
critical driving situation. retailer.
with automatic Stability Con-
trol OE z
Self-diagnosis not RDC warning
completed Activating ASC function
( 57). indicators
ASC symbol flashes.
Display
ASC error
with Tire Pressure Control
Possible cause: General warning light shows (TPC/RDC) OE
The self-diagnosis was not com- yellow.
pleted; the ASC function is not ASC symbol is displayed.
available. So that the ASC self-
diagnosis can be completed, the
The displayed tire inflation pres- Additional information on the
3 sures refer to a tire temperature BMW Motorrad TPC/RDC is
of 68 °F (20 °C) ( 86). provided from page ( 85); an
36 overview of the possible warnings
is provided on the following page.
Status indicators
Status indicators
flashes
Flashes red Tire inflation pressure outside permissi-
ble tolerance ( 38)
The critical tire inflation pressure The critical tire inflation pressure Have the tire checked for dam-
flashes. flashes. age by a specialized workshop,
Possible cause: Possible cause: preferably an authorized BMW
The measured tire inflation pres- The measured tire inflation pres- Motorrad retailer.
sure is in the limit area of the sure is outside the permissible If you are unsure about the driv-
permissible tolerance. tolerance. ability of the tire:
Correct tire inflation pressure in Check tire for damage and Do not continue driving.
z accordance with instructions on drivability. Inform roadside service.
back of cover of Rider's Manu- Is it still possible to drive with tire:
al. Transmission error
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
Before adjusting the tire in- sure result in poorer han- "--" or "-- --" is indicated.
flation pressure, observe dling of the motorcycle. Possible cause:
the information on temperature Always adapt your driving style The motorcycle's speed has not
compensation and on inflation to the incorrect tire inflation exceeded the threshold of ap-
pressure adjustment in the chap- pressure. prox. 20 mph (30 km/h). The
ter "Technology in detail". TPC/RDC sensors do not send
their signal until after this speed
has been exceeded for the first Have fault eliminated by a spe- an authorized BMW Motorrad
time ( 85). cialized workshop, preferably retailer. 3
Watch RDC display at higher an authorized BMW Motorrad
speed. A permanent fault has retailer. Possible cause: 39
not occurred until the general A system fault has occurred.
warning light also lights up. In Sensor defective or Have fault eliminated by a spe-
this case: system fault cialized workshop, preferably
Have fault eliminated by a spe- General warning light shows an authorized BMW Motorrad
Status indicators
cialized workshop, preferably yellow. retailer.
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Tire symbol appears on the Battery of tire-inflation
display. pressure sensor weak
Possible cause: General warning light shows
"--" or "-- --" is indicated.
There is a fault in the radio con- Possible cause: yellow.
nection to the RDC sensors.
Wheels without installed RDC RDC! is indicated.
Possible causes are radio sys-
tems in the surrounding area,
sensors are mounted.
This error message is only z
Retrofit wheel set with RDC displayed for a short time
which interfere with the connec-
sensors. following the pre-ride check.
tion between the RDC control
unit and the sensors. Possible cause: Possible cause:
Watch the RDC display in an- One or two RDC sensors have The battery of the tire inflation
other environment. A perma- failed. pressure sensor no longer has
nent fault has not occurred un- Have fault eliminated by a spe- its full capacity. The operation of
til the general warning light also cialized workshop, preferably the tire inflation pressure control
lights up. In this case:
is only ensured for a limited time.
Contact a specialized work- The possible warnings are listed
3 shop, preferably an authorized on the next page.
BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Anti-theft alarm
warning indicators
Display
Status indicators
Status indicators
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Anti-theft alarm battery This error message is only
3 weak displayed for a short time
DWALO ! is indicated. following the pre-ride check.
42
This error message is only Possible cause:
displayed for a short time The anti-theft alarm battery has
following the pre-ride check. no capacity. The operation of the
anti-theft alarm is no longer en-
Possible cause:
Status indicators
Operation
Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . 44 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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43
Electronic immobilizer EWS . . . . . . . . . 45 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Electronic suspension adjustment
Operation
ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Onboard computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Tire Pressure Control RDC . . . . . . . . . 52
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 z
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Luggage loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Emergency ON/OFF switch . . . . . . . . . 55
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . . 56
Automatic Stability Control ASC . . . . 57
Heated hand grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Ignition switch and Switching on ignition Switching off ignition
4 steering lock
44 Keys
You receive two master keys and
one spare key. If a key is lost,
please note the information on
the electronic immobilizer (EWS)
Operation
( 45).
Ignition key and steering lock,
tank filler cap lock and seat lock
are all operated with the same Turn key to position 1. Turn key to position 2.
z key. Parking lights and all function Light switched off.
circuits switched on. Handlebars not locked.
with case OA Engine can be started. Key can be removed.
Cases with locks for the same Pre-ride check is performed. Electrically powered acces-
key can be ordered on request. ( 71) sories remain operational for
Please contact a specialized with BMW Motorrad Integral a limited period of time.
workshop for this purpose, ABS II OE Battery can be recharged via
preferably an authorized BMW ABS self-diagnosis is onboard socket.
Motorrad retailer. performed. ( 71)
with automatic Stability Con-
trol OE
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 72)
Locking handlebars Turn key to position 3 while not be started with a key that has
moving handlebars slightly. been barred. 4
Ignition, lights and all function
circuits switched off. Electronics in key 45
Handlebars locked. The motorcycle's electronics
Key can be removed. exchange certain continuously
changing signals with the elec-
Electronic immobilizer tronics in the key; these signals
Operation
are specific to your motorcycle
EWS
and they are transmitted via the
Theft protection ring antenna in the ignition lock.
If the motorcycle is on the The electronic immobilizer helps The ignition is not enabled for
side stand, the surface protect your BMW motorcycle starting until the key has been z
of the ground will determine from theft, and this enhanced recognized as "authorized" for
whether it is better to turn the security is at your disposal with- your motorcycle.
handlebars to the left or right. out any need for you to set pa- A spare key attached to
However, the motorcycle is more rameters or activate additional the same ring as the igni-
stable on a level surface with the systems. The engine of a mo- tion key used to start the engine
handlebars turned to the left than torcycle fitted with this electronic could "irritate" the electronics,
with the handlebars turned to the immobilizer can be started only in which case the enabling sig-
right. with the keys that belong to the nal for starting is not issued. The
On level ground, always turn the motorcycle. You can also have warning EWS is shown in the
handlebars to the left to set the your authorized BMW Motorrad multifunction display.
steering lock. retailer disable particular keys, Always store the spare key sepa-
Turn handlebars to full left or for example in the event that you rately from the ignition key.
right lock position. lose your keys. The engine can-
Replacement and extra Switch on the ignition.
4 keys without onboard computer OE
Replacement and spare keys without Tire Pressure Control
46
are only available through an au- (TPC/RDC) OE
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. without heated handlebar
The keys are part of an integrat- grips OE
ed security system, so the retail-
er is under an obligation to check
Operation
Operation
Hold down button.
Hours 3 flash.
Press button. z
Hours increase by one each
time button is pressed.
Hold down button.
Press button 2 repeatedly until Minutes 4 flash. Press button 1.
clock is shown. Press button.
In this case, the button Minutes increase by one each
in the instrument clus- time button is pressed.
ter is only used to operate the Press and hold button or no
odometer. longer press it.
End setting; set time is dis-
played.
without onboard computer OE
4 without Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC) OE
48
without heated handlebar
grips OE
Operation
Operation
Onboard computer
with onboard computer OE
The operating range indicates z
what distance can still be driven Selecting readings
with the remaining fuel. It is only Switch on the ignition.
Press button 2 as an displayed after the fuel reserve
alternative. is reached. This distance is cal-
culated on the basis of fuel level
and average consumption.
When refueling after running on
reserve, make sure that you top
up the tank to a level above re-
serve, as otherwise the sensor
will not be able to register the
new level. Otherwise neither the
Press button 1.
Ambient temperature Average speed
4
50
Operation
Operation
Hold down button 1.
Average speed is reset. The functional description of the
Average consumption
operating range ( 49) also z
applies to the range 1. Howev-
er, the range can also be dis-
played before the fuel reserve is
reached.
To calculate the range, a special
Hold down button 1. average consumption is used,
Average consumption is reset. which does not always match the
value that can be shown on the
display.
If the motorcycle is standing on
The average consumption 1 is the side stand, the fuel level can-
calculated by dividing the dis- not be correctly determined due
tance covered since the last re- to the inclined position. For this
reason the range is only calculat- The conditions for the oil level The most recently measured lev-
4 ed while driving. indicator are as follows: el is displayed for five seconds
The determined range is an Engine at operating tempera- when you next switch on the ig-
52
approximate reading. BMW ture. nition.
Motorrad therefore recommends Engine idling for at least 10 Should, despite a correct oil
that you do not try to use the full seconds. level on the display of the
range before refueling. Side-stand retracted. engine oil reservoir, "Check oil
Motorcycle is vertical.
Operation
Operation
pressure values does not begin beam headlight with the ignition
until a speed of 20 mph (30 km/ switched on or by operating the
Press button 1 repeatedly un- headlight flasher.
hr) is exceeded for the first time.
til tire inflation pressures are
shown. High-beam headlight z
Lights
Parking lights
The side lights switch on au-
tomatically when the ignition is
switched on.
The parking lights are a
strain on the battery. Do
not leave the ignition switched
on longer than absolutely
necessary. Press high-beam headlight
The tire inflation pressures are switch 1 forward.
displayed with the lettering
High-beam headlight is
RDC P. The left-hand value switched on.
indicates the inflation pressure of
Move high-beam headlight turn indicator button 1 toward Indicator light for left-hand turn
4 switch 1 into initial position. left. indicator flashes.
High-beam headlight is Parking light switches on. Press turn indicator button to-
54 switched off. ward right.
Pull high-beam headlight Switching off parking Right-hand turn indicator is
switch 1 toward rear. lights switched on.
High-beam headlight is Switch ignition on and then off Indicator light for right-hand
switched on as long as switch again. turn indicator flashes.
Operation
is pressed (headlight flasher). Parking light switched off. Press turn indicator button in
middle position.
Switching on parking Turn indicators Turn indicator is switched off.
lights Turn indicator lights in indicator
z Operating turn indicators
Switch off the ignition. light panel are off.
Hazard warning
flashers
Switching on hazard
warning flashers
Switch on the ignition.
The hazard warning flash-
ers place a strain on the
Press turn indicator button 1 battery. Do not use the hazard
Immediately after switching off toward left. warning flashers for longer than
the ignition, press and hold the Left-hand turn indicator is absolutely necessary.
switched on.
Hazard warning flashers contin- Emergency ON/OFF
ue to operate. switch 4
Indicator lights for left and right
turn indicator are off. 55
Operation
Press button 1 for hazard
warning flashers.
If a turn indicator button is
1 Emergency ON/OFF z
pressed with the ignition
switch
switched on, the flashing function
replaces the emergency flashing
Operating the emergency
function as long as the button is
Press button 1 for hazard ON/OFF switch when riding
pressed. If the turn indicator but-
warning flashers. can cause the rear wheel to lock
ton is released, the emergency
Hazard warning flashers are and thus cause a fall.
flasher function becomes active
again. switched off. Do not operate the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding.
The hazard warning flashers
are switched on. The engine can be switched
off easily and quickly using the
Indicator lights for left and right
emergency ON/OFF switch.
turn indicator flash.
Switch off the ignition.
ABS warning light contin-
4 ues to light up.
56 ABS function is deactivated,
integral function continues to
be active.
Switching on ABS
function
Operation
Operation
then on again.
If the ABS light continues
Press and hold ASC button 1.
to light up after switching
ASC symbol is continuously Press and hold ASC button 1.
the ignition off and then on again,
displayed. ASC symbol is no longer z
an ABS fault has occurred.
Release ASC button within two displayed; if self-diagnosis
Automatic Stability seconds. is not completed, it begins to
ASC symbol continues to flash.
Control ASC
be displayed. Release ASC button within two
with automatic Stability Con- seconds.
trol OE ASC function is deactivated.
ASC symbol remains off or
continues to flash.
Switching off ASC
function ASC function is activated.
Switch on the ignition. As an alternative to pressing
the ASC button, the ignition
The ASC function can al-
can also be switched off and
so be deactivated while
then on again.
driving.
If the ASC warning light to the first level. The heated
4 lights up after switching hand grips option can only be
the ignition off and on and then activated when the engine is
58 continued driving over 5 mph running.
(10 km/h), an ASC error has Press button 1 repeatedly until
occurred. desired heating level is shown.
Heating function off.
Heated hand grips
Operation
Operation
terclockwise.
handlebars in their mounts.
Distance between handlebar
Adjusting the clutch lever grip and clutch lever decreases.
while driving can lead to
accidents. Brakes Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- z
Only adjust the clutch lever when
Adjusting handbrake lever wise.
the motorcycle is stationary.
Changing the position of The adjusting screw can
the brake-fluid reservoir can be turned more easily if
allow air to penetrate the brake you press the handbrake lever
system. forward when doing so.
Do not reposition the handlebar Distance between handlebar
controls on the handlebars or the grip and handbrake lever in-
handlebars in their mounts. creases.
Adjusting the brake lever Turn adjusting screw 1 coun-
while driving can lead to terclockwise.
accidents. Distance between handlebar
Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- grip and handbrake lever de-
wise. creases.
Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Slide protective cap over
4 Adjusting mirrors
threaded fastener.
60 Spring preload
Setting
It is essential to set spring
preload of the rear suspension
Operation
Operation
Turn upper adjustment
Your motorcycle's han- wheel as far as possible in
dling will suffer if you do direction of arrow LOW, then
not match the spring-preload and turn 13 clicks in direction of z
damping-characteristic settings. arrow HIGH (Full tank of gas,
Adjust the damping characteristic with rider 187 lbs (85 kg))
to suit the spring preload.
Adjusting the spring preload Damping
while the motorcycle is be- Setting
ing ridden can lead to accidents. Adjust damping with the toolkit
The damping must be adjusted
Adjust the spring preload using the adjusting screw 1.
to the road conditions and the
only when the motorcycle is
spring preload.
stationary.
A rough road surface requires
To increase spring preload, softer damping than a smooth
turn handwheel 1 in direction road surface.
of arrow HIGH. An increase in spring preload
requires firmer damping, a re-
4 Basic setting of rear
wheel rear-wheel damp-
62 ing
Turn adjusting screw as far
as possible in direction of
arrow H, then turn one and
one-half turn in direction of
Operation
Operation
Press button 1. Press button 1.
Current setting is displayed. Current setting is displayed.
Display goes out automatically Press button 1 once in each z
after a few seconds. case.
Starting from the current state,
Setting riding mode the display is in the following or-
Press button 1.
Start engine. der:
Current setting is displayed.
The driving mode can be Press and hold button 1 until
set while driving. COMF: comfort mode
NORM: normal mode display changes each time.
SPORT: sport mode Starting from the current state,
If no further changes are made, the display is in the following or-
the riding mode is set as indi- der:
cated. A short time after the
One-up
adjustment is completed, the
display is automatically hidden
again.
One-up with luggage cap with rubber sealing ring to If tire pressure is too low:
4 the rear tire and make sure that Correct tire pressure.
the cap is screwed on firmly.
64 Two-up (with luggage)
Make sure ground is level and Headlight
firm and park motorcycle. Adjusting headlight for
If no further changes are made, Check tire pressures against
the loading state is set as indi- RHD/LHD traffic
data below.
cated. If the motorcycle is ridden in a
Operation
Operation
the basic headlight setting seat from the retaining bracket
is correct, consult a specialized towards the rear.
workshop, preferably an autho- Turn key in seat lock 1 coun-
terclockwise while pressing Installing seat
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
down on the rear of the seat. z
Seat
Removing seat
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and park the motorcy-
cle.
Luggage loops
Removing seat ( 65). Use loops 1 and grab han-
dles 3 in conjunction with lug-
Turn over seat.
z gage belts to lash luggage
down to the passenger seat.
Riding
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
5
67
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Riding
Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 z
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Securing motorcycle for
transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Safety instructions Loose clothing Risk of poisoning
5 Rider's equipment
Insufficient tire inflation pres- Exhaust fumes contain carbon
sure monoxide, which is colorless and
68 Do not ride without the correct Poor tire tread odorless but highly toxic.
clothing. Always wear: Etc.
Helmet Inhaling exhaust fumes
Rider's suit Correct loading therefore represents a
Gloves health hazard and can even
Overloading and imbal-
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system. Do not tamper with the engine
Do not run the engine with the control unit.
spark-plug cap removed Cooling would be inade-
Stop the engine immediately if quate if the engine were al- Tampering with the engine z
it misfires lowed to idle for a lengthy period control unit can result in
Use unleaded fuel only with the motorcycle at a stand- mechanical loads that the mo-
still: overheating would result. In torcycle's components are not
Comply with all specified main-
extreme cases, the motorcycle designed to withstand. Damage
tenance intervals.
could catch fire. caused in this way is not covered
Unburned fuel will destroy Do not allow the engine to idle by the warranty.
the catalytic converter. unnecessarily. After starting, ride Do not tamper with the engine
Note the points listed for protec- off immediately. control unit.
tion of the catalytic converter.
Checklist
Risk of fire Use the following checklist to
Temperatures at the exhaust are check important functions, set-
high. tings and wear limits before you
ride off:
Brakes and then engage a gear before with automatic Stability Con-
5 Front and rear brake fluid levels retracting the side stand. trol OE
Clutch ASC self-diagnosis is per-
70
Clutch fluid level Transmission formed. ( 72)
Shock absorber setting and You can start the engine when
spring preload the transmission is in neutral or if
Tread depth and tire inflation you pull the clutch with a gear
pressure engaged. Do not engage the
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Riding
yellow. tomatically when you switch on
Pre-ride check
CHECK! is indicated. the ignition. To check the wheel
The instrument cluster runs a
test of the 'General' warning light
sensors, the motorcycle must z
If the 'General' warning light does drive faster than 3 mph (5 km/h).
when the ignition is switched on: not show:
this is the "Pre-Ride-Check" In Phase 1
the process, the warning light Some malfunctions cannot
be indicated if the 'Gener- Checking the diagnosable
first lights up red and then yellow
al' warning light cannot be dis- system components while
to test its function. The test is
played. stopped.
aborted if you start the engine
Check that the 'General' warning ABS warning light flashes.
before it completes.
light comes on, and that it shows
To initialize, the exhaust flap is red and yellow. Possible country-specif-
completely opened once then ic version of ABS warning
Have the malfunction corrected
closed again. light.
as soon as possible by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
Phase 2
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer. Checking the wheel sensors
while starting off.
ABS warning light flashes. ASC self-diagnosis ASC symbol flashes.
5 with automatic Stability Con-
72 Possible country-specif- trol OE
ASC self-diagnosis
ic version of ABS warning completed
The readiness for operation
light.
of the BMW Motorrad ASC is The ASC symbol is no longer
ABS self-diagnosis checked by the self-diagnosis. displayed.
completed Self-diagnosis is performed
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levels during the first 300 miles
gine speeds while running Gearshift assistant
(500 km). This initial reduction
in will lead to increased engine with gearshift assistant OE
wear.
in braking efficiency can be z
compensated for by exerting Your motorcycle is equipped with
Adhere to the specified engine a shifting assistant developed
greater pressure on the levers.
run-in speeds. based on racing requirements. It
New brake pads can ex-
Do not exceed the engine run- enables upshifting without actu-
tend stopping distance by a
in speeds. ating the clutch or throttle valve
significant margin.
in virtually all load and engine
Engine break-in speed Brake early.
speed ranges. During accelera-
tion the throttle valve can remain
Tires
<7000 min-1 open, and the shifting time is re-
New tires have a smooth sur- duced to a minimum. The gears
Do not accelerate at full throt- face. This must be roughened by are shifted into as usual with foot
tle. riding in a restrained manner at force on the shift lever.
Avoid low engine speeds at full various heel angles until the tires
load. are run in. This running in proce-
dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.
No shifting support is provided in same time, the clutch should al-
5 the following situations: so be actuated. With the "forced
during shifting with engaged braking" often practiced in which
74 the brake pressure is generat-
clutch
during shifting with the throttle ed as quickly as possible and
valve closed (overrun) with great force, the dynamic
during downshifts load distribution cannot follow
the increased deceleration and
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are free of oil and grease.
disks and brake pads. Always check that the ground
Brake early until the brakes are Dirt or mud on brakes under the stand is level and
dry or braked until dry. firm. z
When the motorcycle is
ridden on loose surfaces Switch off the engine.
Salt on brakes Pull handbrake lever.
or muddy roads, the brakes may
The full braking effect can fail to take effect immediately Hold motorcycle upright and
be delayed if the motor- because of dirt or moisture on balanced.
cycle is ridden on salt-covered the disks or brake pads. Use your left foot to extend
roads and the brakes are not ap- Brake early until the brakes are side stand fully.
plied for some time. braked clean. The side stand is designed
Brake early until the salt layer of
to support only the weight
the brake disks and brake pads
of the motorcycle.
has been braked off.
Do not lean or sit on the
motorcycle with the side stand
extended.
Slowly lean the motorcycle to
the side until its weight is taken
by the stand and dismount to Remove from side stand that the motorcycle will rest firm-
5 the left. Unlock steering lock. ly on the stand.
If the motorcycle is on the From left, grip handlebars with Always check that the ground
76 under the stand is level and
side stand, the surface both hands.
of the ground will determine Pull handbrake lever. firm.
whether it is better to turn the Swing your right leg over the Switch off the engine.
handlebars to the left or right. seat and lift motorcycle to up- Dismount and keep your left
However, the motorcycle is more
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Riding
Place your left hand on left Fuel attacks plastic sur-
handlebar grip. faces, making them cloudy
or unattractive.
With your right hand, grip rear z
grab handle or rear frame. Wipe off any fuel that gets onto
plastic parts immediately. Open fuel tank cap with igni-
Push motorcycle forward off tion key by turning it counter-
center stand. Fuel can attack the material clockwise.
Make sure that center stand is of the windshield; it then
fully retracted. becomes dull or unsightly.
Wipe off any fuel that gets onto
Refueling the windshield immediately.
Fuel is highly flammable. Leaded fuel will destroy the
Fire at the fuel tank can catalytic converter.
result in fire and explosion. Use only unleaded fuel.
Do not smoke. Never bring a
Make sure the ground is level
naked flame near the fuel tank.
and firm and park the motorcy-
cle.
5 Usable fuel quantity
78
Approx. 5 gal (Approx. 19 l)
Riding Reserve fuel quantity
Riding
Components can be dam- Fasten straps at rear on both
sides on passenger footrests
z
aged.
Do not pinch components, e.g. and tension.
brake lines or wiring harnesses. Tension all straps evenly; mo-
torcycle should be compressed
Place front strap over the
as greatly as possible.
frame and route downward.
Guide the strap through the
wheel carrier toward the front
and tension downward.
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5
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Technology in detail
Technology in detail
Brake system with BMW Motorrad
6
Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 81
Technology in detail
Electronic Suspension Adjustment
ESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
z
Brake system with How does ABS work? What happens when
6 BMW Motorrad Integral The maximum braking force that rough roads are
82 ABS can be transferred to the road encountered?
surface is partially dependent on Bumpy or rough roads can briefly
Partially integral brake the friction coefficient of the road lead to a loss of contact be-
Your motorcycle is equipped with surface. Gravel, ice, snow and tween the tires and the road
a partially integral brake configu- wet roads offer a considerably surface, until the transferrable
ration. Both front and rear brakes poorer friction coefficient than a
Technology in detail
Technology in detail
brake lever.
When braking, bear in mind that are detected over a longer period
If the handbrake lever is pulled,
the ABS control cannot be relied of time, the ABS function is de-
then braking pressure is built up
on in all circumstances to prevent activated for safety reasons and
at the rear wheel with the integral
the rear wheel from lifting off the an ABS fault is indicated. The
function. If the footbrake pedal is
ground. condition for a fault message is
first actuated after this, the brake
the completed self-diagnosis.
pressure already built up can be
What are the design In addition to problems on the
felt earlier than the counter-pres-
characteristics of the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS,
sure, than when the footbrake
unusual driving conditions can
pedal is actuated before or to- BMW Motorrad Integral
gether with the handbrake lever. ABS?
also lead to a fault message. z
Unusual driving conditions:
The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Lifting off rear wheel Heating up on the main or aux-
ensures driving stability on any iliary stand at idle or with gear
Even during severe braking, a surface within the limits of driving
high level of tire grip can mean engaged.
physics. The system is not op-
that the front wheel does not Rear wheel locked-up for a
timized for special requirements
lock up until very late, if at all. longer period of time by en-
resulting under extreme weath-
Consequently, ABS does not in-
tervene until very late, if at all.
gine brake, e.g. when riding cuse for careless riding. ABS is engine torque is adapted by the
6 downhill offroad. primarily a means of ensuring a engine management system.
safety margin in genuine emer-
84 Should a fault message result gencies. What are the design
due to one of the driving condi- Take care when cornering. When characteristics of the
tions described above, the ABS you apply the brakes on a cor- BMW Motorrad ASC?
function can be reactivated by ner, the motorcycle's weight and The BMW Motorrad ASC is an
switching the ignition off and momentum take over and even assistance system for the driv-
Technology in detail
then on again. BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is er and is designed for driving on
How important is regular unable to counteract their effects. public roads. Especially in at the
maintenance? limits of driving physics, the driv-
Engine management er has a considerable influence
Any technical system is al- with BMW Motorrad on the control options of the
ways only as good as its ASC (shifting weight in curves,
maintenance condition. ASC
loose loads). The system is not
To ensure that the BMW Motor- with automatic Stability Con- optimized for special require-
rad ABS is in an optimally main- trol OE ments resulting under extreme
z tained condition, it is vital that the weather conditions offroad or on
specified inspection intervals be How does ASC work?
the racetrack. The BMW Motor-
complied with. The BMW Motorrad ASC com- rad ASC can be deactivated for
pares the wheel speeds of the these cases.
Reserves for safety front and rear wheel. From the
speed difference the slip, and Even with ASC, physical
But remember: the potentially
with it the stability reserves on laws cannot be overridden.
shorter braking distances which
the rear wheel are determined. The driver is always responsible
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-
When a slip limit is exceeded, the for adapting his/her driving style.
mits must not be used as an ex-
Do not reduce the additional
safety provided with risky Unusual driving conditions: On a slippery surface, the throttle
driving. Driving on the rear wheel twist grip should never be sud- 6
(wheely) for a longer period denly turned back completely
Special situations without pull the clutch at the 85
with ASC deactivated.
At an increasing angle, the accel- Rear wheel spinning in place same time. The engine braking
eration performance is increas- with front brake pulled (burn torque can cause the rear wheel
ingly limited in accordance with out). to block, resulting in an unsta-
physical laws. This can result in Heating up on the main or aux- ble driving state. This case can-
Technology in detail
delayed acceleration when com- iliary stand at idle or with gear not be controlled by the BWM
ing out of very tight curves. engaged. Motorrad ASC.
Technology in detail
first be selected when the mo- the handling of the motorcycle
torcycle is stationary according remains constant.
to the motorcycle's load. De-
pending on the riding mode se- It is possible to electrically
lected, the dampings are set on change the spring rate
both spring struts and the spring through the combination of a
base and spring rate are set on conventional coil spring with a
the rear spring strut. If the se- plastic element (Elastogran), the
lected riding mode is changed, lateral expansion of which can be
the spring rate on the rear spring electrohydraulically limited using z
strut is also adjusted in addition a displaceable sleeve. The more
to the damping of both spring the sleeve surrounds the plastic
struts. This enables very precise element, the more its expansion
adjustment of the chassis to all is limited and the spring rate
riding conditions, including while increases. The highest spring
riding. rate is achieved when the sleeve
completely encloses the plastic
element and sits on the steel
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Technology in detail
Accessories
Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7
89
Onboard socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Accessories
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General instructions constituting a safety hazard. Nor Onboard socket
7 BMW Motorrad recommends
is this guarantee provided when
Ratings
the official approval of a specific
90 the use of parts and accessories
country has been granted. Tests
for your motorcycle that are ap-
conducted by these instances
proved by BMW for this purpose.
cannot make provision for all op-
Your authorized BMW Motorrad
erating conditions experienced by
retailer is the right place to go
BMW motorcycles and, conse-
Accessories
Accessories
that they: Ensure that case volumes on
left and right are equal. ing top speed.
Do not impede the rider
Make sure that weight is uni- Payload of tank rucksack
Do not restrict or obstruct the
formly distributed between
steering angle and handling
right and left.
characteristics
Pack heavy items of luggage max 11 lbs (max 5 kg) z
Cannot be trapped
downwards and inwards.
Improperly routed cables Observe maximum payload of Speed limit for driving
can impede the rider. case and corresponding top with tank rucksack
Route the cables as described speed.
max 81 mph (max 130 km/
above. Payload of case h)
Luggage with tank bag OA
Correct loading }18 lbs (}8 kg) Observe maximum payload of
Overloading and imbal- tank bag and corresponding
anced loads can adversely top speed.
affect the motorcycle's handling.
Do not exceed the gross weight
Closing case
7 Payload of tank bag
92
}11 lbs (}5 kg)
Accessories
Turn lock strap buckles 1 of Close lock straps.
lock straps outward. Press lock straps against case Turn lock barrel in direction
Pull out the lock straps up- body. RELEASE.
wards to their full extent. The case volume is adapted to
z
The maximum volume has the contents.
been set.
Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
8
95
Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Maintenance
Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 z
Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
General instructions Toolkit
8 The 'Maintenance' chapter de- Toolkit
96 scribes work involving the check-
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
Maintenance
Maintenance
Let the engine run in neutral
without center stand OA
for one minute.
Make sure ground is level and
Switch off ignition.
firm and hold motorcycle at op- Specified level of engine
erating temperature vertically. oil
After longer motorcycle im- If the oil level is above the MAX
mobilization periods, en- mark:
gine oil can collect in the oil pan; Read off the oil level from the Have oil level corrected by
this must be pumped into the oil display 1. a specialized workshop,
tank before the reading is taken. preferably an authorized BMW
Here, the engine oil must be at Motorrad retailer.
operating temperature. Checking
the oil level with the engine cold
Topping up engine oil Checking engine oil level workshop, preferably by an au-
8 Removing seat ( 65). ( 97). thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Wipe area around fill location Install cap of oil fill location 1
98 by turning clockwise. Checking brake operation
clean.
Installing seat ( 65). Pull handbrake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
Brake system perceptible.
Press footbrake lever.
Maintenance
Operating safety
Pressure point must be clearly
A fully functional brake system is
perceptible.
a basic requirement for the road
safety of your motorcycle.
Brake pads
Do not ride the motorcycle if you
have any doubts about the de- Checking front brake pad
z pendability of the brake system. thickness
Remove cap from oil fill loca- In this case, have the brake sys-
tion 1 by turning counterclock- Dropping below the mini-
tem checked by a specialized mum pad thickness leads
wise. workshop, preferably by an au- to reduced braking performance
Both too little and too thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. and may result in damage to the
much engine oil can lead to brakes.
engine damage. Incorrect working practices
In order to ensure the operating
Always make sure that the oil endanger the reliability of
reliability of the brake system,
level is correct. the brakes.
make sure that the brake pads
Have all work on the brake sys-
Add engine oil up to specified are not worn beyond their mini-
tem performed by a specialized
level. mum thickness.
Make sure the ground is level Checking rear brake pad
and firm and park the motorcy- thickness 8
cle.
Dropping below the mini- 99
mum pad thickness leads
to reduced braking performance
and may result in damage to the
brakes.
Maintenance
In order to ensure the operating
reliability of the brake system,
Front brake-pad wear make sure that the brake pads
limit are not worn beyond their mini-
mum thickness.
min 0.04 in (min 1 mm) (On- Make sure the ground is level
Visually inspect the left and
ly friction material without
z
right brake pads to ascertain and firm and park the motorcy-
carrier plate. Wear markings cle.
their thickness.
(grooves) must be clearly vis-
ible.)
Maintenance
vertically.
A low fluid level in the with center stand OA
Front brake fluid level
brake reservoir can allow air
Make sure ground is level and
to penetrate the brake system.
firm and place motorcycle on
This significantly reduces braking Brake fluid DOT4 its center stand. z
efficiency.
The brake fluid level must
Check brake fluid level
not fall below the MIN mark.
regularly.
(Brake fluid reservoir horizon-
Read off brake fluid level at tal, motorcycle standing up-
brake-fluid reservoir 1. right and handlebars straight
In the event of brake pad ahead)
wear, the brake fluid level in
the brake-fluid reservoir falls. If brake fluid level drops below
permissible level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by a special-
ized workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
8 tailer.
102 Clutch
Checking clutch operation
Pull the clutch lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
Maintenance
perceptible.
If no clear pressure point can be
A low fluid level in the felt:
Rear brake fluid level
brake reservoir can allow air Have the clutch checked
to penetrate the brake system. by a specialized workshop,
This significantly reduces braking Brake fluid DOT4 preferably an authorized BMW
z efficiency. Motorrad retailer.
The brake fluid level must
Check brake fluid level
not fall below the MIN mark.
regularly. Checking clutch fluid level
(Brake-fluid reservoir hori-
Read off brake fluid level at zontal, motorcycle standing without center stand OA
brake-fluid reservoir 1. upright) Make sure the ground is level
and firm and hold motorcycle
In the event of brake pad
If brake fluid level drops below vertically.
wear, the brake fluid level in
the brake-fluid reservoir falls. permissible level:
with center stand OA
Have the defect corrected as
Make sure ground is level and
soon as possible by a special-
firm and place motorcycle on
ized workshop, preferably an
its center stand.
Move handlebars into straight- If fluid level drops: Make sure ground is level and
ahead position.
Unsuitable hydraulic fluids
firm and park motorcycle. 8
Measure tire tread depth in
could cause damage to the 103
main tread grooves with wear
clutch system.
indicating marks.
No fluids may be poured in.
Tires have wear indicators
Have the defect corrected as
integrated into the main
soon as possible by a special-
tread grooves. If the tire tread
Maintenance
ized workshop, preferably an
has worn down to the level of
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
the marks, the tire is completely
tailer.
worn. The locations of the marks
The clutch system is filled are indicated on the edge of the
Read off clutch fluid level at with a special hydraulic fluid tire, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or
clutch fluid reservoir 1. that does not require changing. by an arrow. z
The fluid level in the clutch When the minimum tread depth
fluid reservoir rises due to Tires
is reached:
clutch wear. Checking tire tread depth Replace tires concerned.
The handling of your mo-
Clutch fluid level (visual Rims
torcycle can already change
check)
for the worse before the legally Checking rims
Clutch fluid level must not prescribed minimum tread depth
Make sure the ground is level
drop. is reached.
and firm and park the motorcy-
Have tires replaced even be- cle.
fore the minimum tread depth
is reached.
Visually inspect rims for de- Affect of wheel sizes on TPC/RDC sticker
8 fects. chassis control systems with Tire Pressure Control
Have damaged rims checked The wheel sizes play a major role (TPC/RDC) OE
104 and, if necessary, replaced in the chassis control systems
by a specialized workshop, ABS and ASC. Especially the di-
preferably an authorized BMW ameter and width of the wheels
Motorrad retailer. are stored in the control unit as
Maintenance
Maintenance
and firm and park the motorcy-
cle.
Once the calipers have
been removed, there is
Unclip two retaining clips 1 of a risk of the brake pads being
the ABS sensor cable on brake pressed together to the extent
line. that they cannot be slipped back z
over the brake disk on reassem-
Mask off area of wheel rim that bly.
could be scratched in process Do not operate the handbrake
of removing brake calipers. lever when the brake calipers
have been removed.
Maintenance
while supporting wheel. the effect of wheel sizes on the
Place the front wheel in the chassis control systems ABS
front wheel guide on the and ASC at the beginning of this
ground. chapter.
Roll front wheel forward to re- Threaded fasteners not
move. tightened to the specified z
torque can work loose or their
with BMW Motorrad Integral Lift front wheel and install
threads can suffer damage.
ABS II OE quick-release axle 3 with
Always have the tightening
The ABS sensor can be torques checked by a specialized torque.
damaged when rolling out workshop, preferably an Quick-release axle in
the front wheel. authorized BMW Motorrad threaded bush
Watch the ABS sensor when retailer.
rolling out the front wheel. 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
The front wheel must be
Roll front wheel forward to installed right way round to Tighten the right-hand axle
remove. rotate in the correct direction. clamping screw 2 with the
Observe the direction of rota- specified torque.
Ease brake calipers onto brake
8 Clamping bolt in wheel
carrier
disks.
with BMW Motorrad Integral
108 ABS II OE
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Remove front wheel stand.
Maintenance
Position cover panels 2 on left Loosen screw 3 on clamp far
and right. enough that the clip can be
Install screws 1 on left and twisted.
right. Do not remove sealing grease
from clamp. z
Removing rear wheel Remove three screws 1 on the
without center stand OA muffler cover 2.
Place motorcycle on an auxil- Take off cover.
iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec-
ommends BMW Motorrad rear
wheel stand.
Installing rear-wheel stand
( 113).
Engage first gear. Installing rear wheel
8 Malfunctions may occur
110 during control interventions
by ABS and ASC if a wheel other
than the standard wheel is in-
stalled.
Please see the information on
Maintenance
Maintenance
Align end muffler in such a way
that the grip of the plug-se-
lectable screwdriver (toolkit)
Tighten screw 4 on the rear fits between the tires and end
Fit five screws 1 and tight- footrest with the appropriate muffler. z
en diagonally with specified torque.
torque.
Muffler on passenger
Tighten rear wheel on footrest
wheel flange
16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Tightening sequence: diago-
nally
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Maintenance
The sensor ring of the If the motorcycle is resting
BMW Motorrad Integral on the center stand: The
ABS can be damaged. motorcycle is raised too far at the
Only push the left mounting pin front, the center stand lifts off the
so far inward that it does not ground and the motorcycle can z
touch the sensor ring. tip over to the side.
Push two mounting pins 2 When raising the motorcycle,
through triangles of brake make sure that the center stand
remains on the ground. Set desired height of rear
caliper support toward inside wheel stand using bolts 1.
so that front wheel can still be Apply uniform pressure to push Remove the lock washer 2; to
rolled through. front wheel stand down and do so, press the unlock but-
Tighten adjusting screws 1. raise motorcycle. ton 3.
Remove the lock washer 2; to
do so, press the unlock but-
ton 3.
Make sure ground is level and
8 firm and place the motorcycle
on its side stand.
114
Maintenance
Maintenance
Wear eye and hand protection
and firm and park the motorcy-
when replacing bulbs.
cle.
Disconnect plug 3.
An overview of the bulb Switch off the ignition.
types installed in your mo-
torcycle is provided in the chap-
ter "Technical Data".
z
Do not touch the glass of
new bulbs with your fin-
gers. For installation, use a clean,
dry cloth. Dirt deposits, in par-
ticular oil and grease, interfere
with heat radiation from the bulb.
Overheating and therefore short
Remove spring strap 4 from
service life of the bulbs are the Remove the covers 1 on the
detents and fold up.
consequence. high-beam bulbs and/or the
Remove bulb 5.
cover 2 on the low-beam bulbs
by turning counterclockwise.
Replace defective bulb.
8 Bulbs for low-beam
116 headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Install spring straps 4 in locks. Install covers 1 for high-beam
bulbs and/or cover 2 for low-
beam bulbs by turning clock-
wise.
z
Replacing parking light
bulb
If it is not standing firmly,
the motorcycle could topple
in the course of the operations
described below.
Insert bulb 5 while ensuring Close connector 3. Make sure that the motorcycle is
correct position of lug 6. steady on its stand.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and park the motorcy-
cle.
Switch off the ignition. Remove bulb holder 2 from
headlight housing by turning it 8
counterclockwise.
117
Maintenance
Insert bulb 3 into bulb socket.
Install bulb socket in headlight
Remove mounting screws 1 on housing by turning clockwise.
both sides of lamp housing.
Remove bulb 3 from bulb hold- z
er.
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Maintenance
motorcycle electronics.
Do not use the onboard socket
Press bulb 2 into fitting and Install screw 1. to jump-start the engine of the
install turning clockwise. motorcycle.
Diode rear light
Touching live parts of the
If more LEDs have burned out
ignition system with the z
in the tail light than are indicated
engine running can cause electric
in the Technical Data below, the
shock.
tail light bulb must be replaced.In
this case: Do not touch parts of the igni-
tion system when the engine is
Contact a specialized work-
running.
shop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer. A short-circuit can result
if the crocodile clips of
Maximum number of de-
Insert lamp glass in turn indica- the jump leads are accidental-
fective LEDs in taillight
tor housing. ly brought into contact with the
1 (Brake light/taillight (red)) motorcycle.
Use only jump leads fitted with
1 (License plate light (white))
fully insulated crocodile clips at end to negative terminal of dis- Battery
8 both ends. charged battery.
Maintenance instructions
Jump-starting with a donor- Start the engine of the vehi-
120 cle with the discharged battery Correct upkeep, recharging and
battery voltage higher than storage will prolong the life of
12 V can damage the motorcycle in the usual way; if the engine
does not start, wait a few min- the battery and are essential if
electronics. warranty claims are to be consid-
The battery of the donor vehicle utes before repeating the at-
tempt in order to protect the ered.
Maintenance
Maintenance
battery terminals, disconnect the
BMW Motorrad has devel- battery first. Charge disconnected battery
oped a trickle-charger spe- via onboard socket.
If you switch on the igni-
cially designed for compatibility The motorcycle's onboard
tion and the multifunction
with the electronics of your mo- electronics know when the
display and indicator lights fail to
torcycle. Using this charger, you battery is fully charged. The
light up, the battery is complete- z
can keep the battery charged onboard socket is switched off
ly flat. Attempting to charge a
during long periods when the when this happens.
completely flat battery via the on-
motorcycle is not being used
board socket can cause damage Comply with operating instruc-
without having to disconnect the
to the motorcycle's electronics. tions of charger.
battery from the motorcycle's
onboard systems. Additional in- Always charge a completely
If you are unable to
formation is available at your au- drained battery directly at the
charge the battery via
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. terminals of the disconnected
the onboard socket, you
battery.
may be using a charger that
Charging the battery via is not compatible with your
the onboard socket is only motorcycle's electronics. In this
possible with suitable chargers. case, please charge the battery
Unsuitable chargers can result in
directly at the terminals of the Installing battery
8 disconnected battery. Place battery in battery com-
122 partment, positive terminal on
Charging disconnected
right in direction of travel.
battery
Charge battery using a suitable
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
Maintenance
tions of charger.
Once the battery is fully An incorrect disconnection
charged, disconnect the sequence increase the risk
charger's terminal clips from of short-circuiting.
the battery terminals. Always observe the proper
z In the case of longer peri- sequence.
ods when the motorcycle is Push retaining strap over bat-
Remove negative cable 1 first.
not being used, the battery must tery and install screws 3.
Then remove positive cable 2.
be recharged regularly. See the An incorrect installation se-
Unscrew screws 3 and pull re-
instructions for caring for your quence increases the risk
taining bracket toward rear.
battery. Always fully recharge of short-circuiting.
the battery before returning it to Lift battery upwards; if it is dif-
ficult to move, moving it back Always observe the proper
use. sequence.
and forth will help.
Removing battery First install positive battery ca-
Removing battery compartment ble 2.
cover ( 123). Then install negative battery
cable 1.
If the motorcycle was dis- Make sure the ground is level Installing battery
connected from the bat- and firm and park the motorcy- compartment cover 8
tery for a longer time, the current cle.
date must be entered in the in- 123
strument cluster to ensure the
proper operation of the service
display.
Consult a certified workshop,
Maintenance
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer, for setting of
the date.
Installing battery compartment Install battery compartment
cover ( 123). cover 2.
Remove screws 1. z
Setting clock ( 46). Install screws 1.
Remove battery compartment
cover 2 forward and upward.
Removing battery
compartment cover
If it is not standing firmly,
the motorcycle could topple
in the course of the operations
described below.
Make sure that the motorcycle is
steady on its stand.
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8
Maintenance
124
Care
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
9
125
Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 126
Cleaning sensitive motorcycle
parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Care
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 z
Storing motorcycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 128
Care products Washing your Brake early until the brakes are
9 BMW Motorrad recommends motorcycle dry or braked until dry.
126 that you use cleaning and care BMW Motorrad recommends Warm water intensifies the
products available at your au- that you use BMW Insect Re- effect of salt.
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. mover to soften and wash off Only use cold water to remove
BMW CareProducts have been insects and stubborn dirt from road salt.
materials tested, laboratory test- painted parts before washing the The high pressure of steam
Care
ed, and field tested and provide motorcycle. cleaners can damage seals,
optimum care and protection for To prevent stains, do not wash
z the materials used in your motor-
the hydraulic brake system, the
the motorcycle immediately after electrical system and the seat.
cycle. it has been exposed to bright Do not use a steam jet or high-
The use of unsuitable sunlight and do not wash it in the pressure cleaning equipment.
cleaning and care products sun.
can damage motorcycle Make sure that the motorcycle Cleaning sensitive
components. is washed frequently, especially motorcycle parts
For cleaning, do not use any sol- during the winter months.
vents such as nitro-thinners, cold To remove road salt, clean the Plastics
cleaning agents, fuel or similar, motorcycle with cold water im- Clean plastic parts with water
and do not use cleaning agents mediately after every trip. and BMW plastic care emulsion.
that contain alcohol. This includes in particular:
After washing the motor-
cycle, after driving through Windshields and wind deflec-
water or in the rain, braking can tors
be delayed due to damp brake Headlight lens made of plastic
disks and brake pads. Covering glass of the instru-
ment cluster
Black, unpainted parts Chrome Do not use silicon sprays or oth-
Care
sives to clean plastic parts.
Clean the radiator regularly to age the paint, especially if your
'Fly sponges' or sponges with z
prevent overheating of the en- motorcycle is ridden in areas
hard surfaces can also lead to
gine due to inadequate cooling. with high air pollution or natural
scratches.
For example, use a garden hose sources of dirt, e.g. tree resin or
Soften stubborn dirt and with low water pressure. pollen.
dead insects by covering Cooling fins can be bent However, remove particularly ag-
the affected areas with a wet easily. gressive materials immediately;
cloth. otherwise changes in the paint or
When cleaning the radiator, en-
sure that the fins are not bent. discoloration can occur. These
Windshield include spilled fuel, oil, grease,
Clean off dirt and insects with a Rubber brake fluid as well as bird drop-
soft sponge and plenty of water. pings. BMW Car Polish or BMW
Treat rubber components with
Fuel and chemical solvents water or BMW rubber protection Paint Cleaner are recommended
attack the windshield ma- coating agent. for this.
terial; the windshield becomes Contamination of the paint finish
Using silicone sprays for is particularly easy to see after
cloudy or dull.
the care of rubber seals can the motorcycle has been washed.
Do not use cleaning agents. cause damage. Remove this type of soiling with
cleaning naphtha or spirit on a Coat bare metal and chrome-
9 clean cloth or cotton ball. BMW plated parts with an acid-free
Motorrad recommends remov- grease (e.g. Vaseline).
128 ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re- Park motorcycle in a dry room
mover. Then add a protective so that both wheels are un-
wax coating to the paint at these loaded.
locations. Before putting the motor-
cycle into storage, have
Care
Protective wax coating the engine oil and the oil filter
z To preserve the finish of your element changed by a special-
motorcycle, BMW Motorrad rec- ist workshop, preferably an au-
ommends using BMW Car Wax thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
or agents that contain carnauba Combine work for storing/return-
or synthetic waxes. ing to use with maintenance ser-
A sure sign that the paint must vice or an inspection.
be protected, is the fact that wa-
ter no longer pearls up on it. Returning motorcycle
to use
Storing motorcycle
Remove the protective wax
Clean motorcycle. coating.
Remove battery. Clean the motorcycle.
Spray brake and clutch lever, Install a charged battery.
and main and side stand pivots Before starting: Observe
with a suitable lubricant. checklist.
Technical data
Technical data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
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129
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Technical data
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
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Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Troubleshooting chart
10 Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start
130 Possible cause Remedy
Side stand Retract side stand ( 70).
Gear engaged and clutch not operated Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch
( 70).
Technical data
Clutch disengaged before ignition on Switch on ignition first, then disengage clutch.
No fuel in tank Refueling ( 77).
Battery drained Charging connected battery ( 121).
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Threaded fasteners
Front wheel Value Valid 10
131
Front brake caliper on wheel
carrier
M8 x 32 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)
Clamping bolt in wheel carrier
Technical data
M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Quick-release axle in threaded
bush
M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
Rear wheel Value Valid z
Muffler on passenger footrest
M8 x 30 16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
Muffler with ball-joint clamp on
manifold
M8 x 60 26 lb/ft (35 Nm)
Cover on muffler
M5 x 8 2 lb/ft (3 Nm)
Rear wheel Value Valid
10 Tighten rear wheel on wheel
132 flange
M10 x 1.25 x 40 diagonally
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Mirrors Value Valid
Technical data
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Engine
Engine design Transverse-mounted four-cylinder, four-stroke in-
10
line engine, angled 55° toward front. With four 133
valves per cylinder, actuated by two overhead
camshafts and trailing valve levers; liquid cooled,
electronic fuel injection, integrated six-speed cas-
sette transmission, dry-sump lubrication
Technical data
Displacement 1293 cc (1293 cm3)
Cylinder bore 3.1 in (80 mm)
Piston stroke 2.5 in (64.3 mm)
Compression ratio 13:1
Rated output 173 hp (127 kW), - at engine speed: 9250 min-1
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with power reduction 79 kW OE 107 hp (79 kW), - at engine speed: 9000 min-1
Torque 103 lb/ft (140 Nm), - at engine speed: 8250 min-1
with power reduction 79 kW OE 87 lb/ft (118 Nm), At: 3750 min-1
Maximum engine speed max 11000 min-1
Idle speed 1050±50 min-1
Fuel
10 Recommended fuel quality 98 ROZ/RON, Super Plus unleaded
134 95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded (fuel type can be
used with reduced performance and consumption)
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 5 gal (Approx. 19 l)
Reserve fuel quantity ~1.1 gal (~4 l)
Technical data
Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity 3.7 quarts (3.5 l), with filter change
0.5 quarts (0.5 l), Difference between Min and
Max
z Engine oils, permissible viscosity classes and products
SAE 10W-40 ~-4 °F (~-20 °C), Winter operation
Castrol GPS SAE 10W-40 ~-4 °F (~-20 °C)
SAE 15W-40 ~14 °F (~-10 °C)
Oil grades Engine oils of the API classification SF or bet-
ter. Engine oils of the ACEA classification A2 or
better. BMW Motorrad recommends not using
synthetic oils for the first 6000 miles (10000 km).
Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engine oils
suitable for your motorcycle.
Clutch
Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch
10
135
Transmission
Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated in
engine housing
Technical data
Transmission gear ratios 1.559 (92:59 teeth), Primary gear ratio
2.294 (39:17 teeth), 1st gear
1.789 (34:19 teeth), 2nd gear
1.458 (35:24 teeth), 3rd gear
1.240 (31:25 teeth), 4th gear
1.094 (35:32 teeth), 5th gear
0.971 (33:34 teeth), 6th gear z
1.045 (23:22 teeth), Angle drive
Rear-wheel drive
10 Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears
136
Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever, single-arm light-alloy cast
swinging arm with two joints and torque support
Number of teeth on rear-wheel drive (gear ratio) 2.91 (32:11)
Technical data
Running gear
Front wheel
Type of front suspension Double leading link
Design of front suspension strut Central spring strut with coil pressure spring and
single-tube gas-pressure shock absorber.
z with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA Central spring strut with single-tube gas-pressure
II) OE shock absorber and electric adjustable rebound-
stage damping.
Spring travel, front 4.9 in (125 mm), On wheel
Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever, single-arm light-alloy cast
10
swinging arm with two joints and torque support 137
Type of rear suspension Lever-system-coupled central spring strut with
coil pressure spring and single-tube gas-filled
shock absorber. Spring preload with stepless hy-
draulic adjustment; rebound-stage damping with
Technical data
stepless adjustment
with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA via lever-system-coupled central spring strut with
II) OE coil pressure spring and single-tube gas-filled
shock absorber, electric adjustable rebound-stage
damping and electrohydraulic adjustable spring
preload
z
Spring travel, rear 5.3 in (135 mm), On wheel
Brakes
10 Type of front brake hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 4-pis-
138 ton fixed calipers and floating brake disks
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Type of rear brake Hydraulic disk brake with 2-piston floating caliper
and fixed brake disk
Technical data
Technical data
Tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider, with cold tire
36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Driver with passenger and/or
load, with cold tire
Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Single rider, with cold tire
42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Driver with passenger and/or z
load, with cold tire
Electrical system
10 Electrical rating of onboard socket max 5 A
140
Fuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug-
in fuses are no longer necessary. If an electronic
fuse trips and de-energizes a circuit, the circuit is
active as soon as the ignition is switched on after
the fault has been rectified.
Technical data
Battery
Battery manufacturer and designation Yuasa YTX 14 BS
Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery.
Battery voltage 12 V
z Battery capacity 14 Ah
Technical data
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK KR9CI
Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm), New
Bulbs
Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Bulb for taillight/brake light LED / 12 V
Bulb of license plate light
Maximum number of defective LEDs in taillight
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
1, Brake light/taillight (red)
10
1, License plate light (white) 141
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
Technical data
Frame
Frame design Cast light allow - welded design with screwed-on
tubular steel rear frame
Location of type plate On right wheel carrier
Location of vehicle identification number Front right side frame section
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Dimensions
10 Motorcycle length 87.9 in (2233 mm)
142
Motorcycle height 48.4 in (1230 mm), Across mirrors at DIN unladen
weight
Motorcycle width 33.7 in (856 mm), Across mirrors
Driver's seat height 32.3 in (820 mm), Without driver
Technical data
Weights
z
Unladen weight 536 lbs (243 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for
road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE
Permissible gross weight 1014 lbs (460 kg)
Maximum payload 478 lbs (217 kg)
Riding specifications
Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)
10
143
Technical data
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Technical data
144
10
Service
Service
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 146
11
145
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
BMW Motorrad Service Quality . . . . 147
BMW Motorrad Service Card - On-
Service
the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 147
BMW Motorrad Service
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 z
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Confirmation of maintenance
work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Reporting safety defects
11 If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause
146 injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad-
ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Service
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your
dealer, or BMW of North America, LCC.
z To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-
4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra-
tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
BMW Motorrad Service sary technical know-how. BMW until it is too late to correct them
Advanced technology requires
Motorrad recommends that you at moderate cost. The workshop 11
refer any questions about your personnel at BMW Motorrad re-
specially adapted methods of 147
motorcycle to your authorized tailers have thorough knowledge
maintenance and repair.
BMW Motorrad retailer. of your motorcycle and can take
If this maintenance and re- action before minor problems can
pair work is performed inex- BMW Motorrad Service turn into major trouble. By having
pertly, there is a danger of dam- Quality the necessary repairs done prop-
Service
age and associated safety risks. erly and in good time, you save
BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad means not only time and money in the long run.
having corresponding work on quality workmanship and high
your motorcycle carried out by a reliability, but also an outstanding BMW Motorrad Service z
specialized workshop, preferably quality of service.
To ensure that your BMW is al-
Card - On-the-spot
by an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer. ways in optimum condition, BMW breakdown assistance
Motorrad recommends that you With all new BMW motorcy-
You can obtain information on adhere to the regular mainte- cles, the BMW Motorrad Service
the contents of the BMW Ser- nance schedule for your motor- Card protects you in the event
vices from your BMW Motorrad cycle, preferably having the work of a breakdown with an exten-
retailer. done by your authorized BMW sive range of services such as
Have all maintenance and repair Motorrad retailer. For generous breakdown assistance, motorcy-
work carried out confirmed in the treatment of claims submitted cle transportation etc. (differing
"Service" chapter in this manual. after the warranty period has ex- regulations are possible in indi-
Your authorized BMW Motorrad pired, evidence of regular mainte- vidual countries). In the case of a
retailer is supplied with all the nance is essential. breakdown, you contact the Mo-
latest technical information and Certain signs of wear, moreover, bile Service of BMW Motorrad.
therefore possesses the neces- may otherwise not be noticed Here you will find our specialists
ready to help with both advice "Service Contact Africa, Ameri- and enters the date for the next
11 and action. ca, Asia, Australia, Oceania". service.
Important country-specific con- For drivers who drive long dis-
148 tact addresses and the relevant Maintenance work tances annually, it may be neces-
after-sales service organization BMW Pre-Delivery Check sary to come in for service before
phone numbers as well as infor- the entered date. In this case a
mation on Mobile Service and The BMW pre-delivery check is corresponding maximum odome-
the retail network can be found carried out by your authorized ter reading will also be entered in
Service
in the "Service Kontakt/Service BMW Motorrad retailer before it the confirmation of service. If this
Contact" brochures. turns over the motorcycle to you. odometer reading is reached be-
fore the next service date, service
z BMW Running-in Check
BMW Motorrad Service must be performed sooner.
The BMW running-in check has
Network to be performed when the mo-
The service display in the multi-
function display reminds you of
With its worldwide service net- torcycle has covered between
the next service date approx. one
work, BMW Motorrad can attend 300 miles (500 km) and 750
month or 600 miles (1,000 km)
to you and your motorcycle in miles (1,200 km).
before the entered values.
over 100 countries around the
globe. In Germany alone, there BMW Service
are approximately 200 authorized BMW Service is carried out once
BMW Motorrad retailers ready to a year. The scope of the ser-
assist you. vices performed may be depen-
All information concerning the in- dent on the vehicle owner and
ternational dealership network the mileage driven. Your BMW
can be found in the brochure Motorrad retailer confirms that
"Service Contact Europe" or the service has been performed
Confirmation of maintenance work
11
BMW Pre-Delivery BMW Running-in
149
Check Check
Conducted Conducted
on on
Service
Odometer reading
Next service
at the latest z
on
or, if reached sooner,
Odometer reading
on on on
z or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,
Service
at the latest at the latest at the latest
on on on
or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, z
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading
on on on
z or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,
Service
at the latest at the latest at the latest
on on on
or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, z
Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading
z
Work carried out Odometer Date
reading 11
155
Service
z
A B Brakes
12 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Battery
Battery compartment, 123
Adjusting brake lever, 59
ABS Checking operation, 98
156 Operating element, 14 Charging connected Safety instructions, 74
Operation, 56 battery, 121 Technical data, 138
Self-diagnosis, 71 Charging disconnected
Technology in detail, 82 battery, 122 C
Warning indicators, 31 Installing, 122 Case
Index
Index
Electrical system Operation, 62
Technology in detail, 87 Adjusting for RHD/LHD
Technical data, 140
Electronic immobilizer EWS
traffic, 64 z
Warning indicator, 26 F Headlight range, 65
Frame Overview, 18
Emergency ON/OFF switch, 15, Technical data, 141
55 Heated hand grips, 58
Front wheel stand Operating element, 15
Engine Mounting, 112
Operating element, 15 High-beam headlight
Fuel
Starting, 70 Fill level indicator, 20 Indicator light, 20
Technical data, 133 Fill location, 13 Switching on, 53
Temperature display, 20 Refueling, 77 Horn, 14
Warning for engine Technical data, 134
electronics, 26 I
Warning for fuel down to Idling
Engine oil reserve, 26 Indicator light, 20
Check level, 97 Fuses, 140 Ignition
Fill level indicator, 13
Switching off, 44
Fill location, 16 G
Gear indicator, 20 Switching on, 44
Technical data, 134
Immobilizer, 45 Replacing rear turn indicator Motorcycle
12 Warning indicator, 26 bulbs, 118 Returning to use, 128
Indicator lights, 17 Technical data, 140 Storing, 128
158
Overview, 20 Warning for bulb failure, 28 Switching off, 75
Instrument cluster Lights Multifunction display, 17
Ambient brightness sensor, 17 Headlight flasher, 14, 53 Overview, 20
Overview, 17 High-beam headlight, 14
O
Index
Operating element, 14
J Odometer and tripmeters, 20
Jump-starting, 119 Switch on low-beam
z Operating element, 14
headlight, 53
Operation, 47
K Switching on high-beam
Keys, 44 headlight, 53 Onboard computer
Ambient temperature, 50
Switching on parking lights, 54
L Average consumption, 51
Switching on side lights, 53
Lamps Average speed, 50
Luggage
General instructions, 114 Oil level indicator, 52
Information on loading and
Headlight overview, 18 Operating element, 14
securing, 91
Replacing front turn indicator Operation, 49
Luggage loops, 16, 66
bulbs, 118 Range, 51
Replacing high-beam bulb, 115 M Warning indicators, 29
Replacing low-beam bulb, 115 Maintenance Onboard socket, 11, 90
Replacing parking light General instructions, 96
bulb, 116 Maintenance intervals, 148
Replacing rear light, 119 Mirrors
Adjusting, 60
Onboard toolkit Rear-wheel stand Shifting gear
Contents, 96 Mounting, 113 Gearshift assistant, 73 12
Location, 16 Refueling, 77 Shift reversal, 73 159
Overview of warning Reserve quantity Side stand
indicators, 24, 30, 32, 34, 37, Warning indicator, 26 For starting, 70
41 Residual range, 49 Spark plugs, 140
Overviews Returning to use, 128 Speedometer, 17
Headlight, 18
Index
Rider's Manual Spring preload
Instrument cluster, 17 Location, 16 Adjusting, 60
Left side of motorcycle, 11 Running gear z
Rear adjustment element, 11
Left-hand handlebar fitting, 14 Technical data, 136 Starting, 70
Multifunction display, 20 Running in, 72 Status indicators
Right side of motorcycle, 13 Also see warning indicators, 20
Right-hand handlebar fitting, 15 S Standard displays, 20
Underneath seat, 16 Safety instructions
Warning indicators, 22
Brakes, 74
Steering lock
P General information, 68
Parking light Locking, 45
Seat
Switching on, 54 Installing, 65 Storing, 128
Pre-ride check, 71 Locking device, 11 Switching off, 75
Removing, 65 T
R Service, 147
Rear-wheel drive Tachometer, 17
Technical data, 136 Service Card, 147 Technical data
Service display, 20 Battery, 140
Brakes, 138
Bulbs, 140 Running in, 73 With TPC/RDC, 35
12 Clutch, 135 Technical data, 138 Warning lights, 17
160 Dimensions, 142 Torques, 131 Weights
Electrical system, 140 Transmission Payload table, 16
Engine, 133 For starting, 70 Technical data, 142
Engine oil, 134 Technical data, 135 Wheels
Frame, 141 Transport Checking rims, 103
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