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  • Page 1 Rider’s Manual (US Model) K 1200 S BMW Motorrad...

  • Page 3: Welcome To Bmw

    We congratulate you on your authorized BMW motorcycle choice of a motorcycle from retailer will gladly provide BMW and welcome you to the advice and assistance. community of BMW riders. Familiarize yourself with your We hope you enjoy reading this new motorcycle so that you Rider’s Manual and wish you...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Safety check ....52 certain topic quickly. Electronic immobilizer..31 First time out....52 Hazard warning Before you start ..... 53 Welcome to BMW ... 1 flashers......32 Starting ......56 General information ..4 Tripmaster ..... 33 Riding ......58 Emergency ON/OFF Running in .....
  • Page 5 Clutch ......92 Riding Wheels ......94 specifications ....138 Front-wheel stand ..103 Service ......139 Rear-wheel stand ..104 BMW Motorrad Bulbs......105 Service ....... 140 Jump starting ....111 Confirmation of Battery ......112 maintenance work ..143 Splash guard ....

  • Page 6: General Information

    When the time comes to maintenance and adjustment rized BMW motorcycle sell your BMW, please remem- procedures. retailer. ber to hand over this Rider’s c Indicates the end of an Manual;...
  • Page 7 Country-specific tions in this manual. deviations from the motorcycle illustrated are also possible. If your BMW is equipped with options or accessories not described in this...
  • Page 8 We therefore recommend that Your authorized BMW motor- you consult your authorized cycle retailer can provide infor- BMW motorcycle retailer on all mation on the specified questions concerning your Service, Inspections and motorcycle. Annual Inspections required, or this information may be...

  • Page 9: Overview

    General view, left side ....9 General view, right side ....11 Left handlebar fitting ....12 Right handlebar fitting ....13 Instrument panel ......14 Headlights........15...

  • Page 11: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side 1 Headlight adjustment (vertical) ( beneath instrument panel 2 Clutch fluid reservoir 3 Rear spring preload adjustment ( 4 Helmet holder ( under seat 5 Seat lock ( beneath rear light 6 Rear shock absorber damping adjustment 7 Power socket ( 8 Coolant fill opening (...

  • Page 13: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side 1 Vehicle toolkit ( 85) under the seat 2 Display for engine oil level 3 Fill opening Engine oil ( 87), under seat 4 Fuel-tank fill opening 5 Battery compartment 115) 6 Front brake-fluid reservoir 7 Type plate on rear cross tube 8 Vehicle identification number (VIN)

  • Page 14: Left Handlebar Fitting

    Left handlebar fitting 1 Button, Tripmaster ( 2 Button, hazard warning flashers ( 3 Button, ESA 4 Button, horn 5 Button, left turn signal 6 Switch for high-beam headlight and headlight flasher (...

  • Page 15: Right Handlebar Fitting

    Right handlebar fitting 1 Emergency ON/OFF switch ( 2 Button, starter 3 Switch for heated hand grips 4 Button, right turn signal 5 Button, turn signal off...

  • Page 16: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel 1 Tachometer 2 Speedometer 3 Warning and indicator lights ( 4 Multifunction display 5 Indicator light DWA sensor for lighting of instrument panel 6 Adjustment of clock ( The lighting of the instru- ment panel is equipped with an automatic day and night switchover.c...

  • Page 17: Headlights

    Headlights 1 High-beam headlight 2 Low-beam headlight 3 Parking light...

  • Page 19: Status Indicators

    Multifunction display..... 18 Warning and indicator lights ..18 Warning indicators ......19 ABS warning indicators ........24...

  • Page 20: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Fuel level Warning and indicator The horizontal bars indi- lights cate the level of fuel in the The warning and indicator tank. If only four bars are lights are shown in one of the displayed, the reserve level following three variants has been reached.

  • Page 21: Warning Indicators

    Warning light, ABS, national-market specifi cation 1 Warning light for ABS, national-market specifi- cation 2 Warning light for ABS, national-market specifi- cation 3 Indicator light, right turn signal Warning indicators Warnings are displayed by means of symbols in the multi- function display.
  • Page 22 Overview The following table lists the possible warnings and pages with additional information. Light Symbol Meaning Explanations Ignition key not authorized. Low-beam headlight, high-beam headlight, parking light or turn signal lamp defective. Bulb failure. yellow Fuel reserve reached. yellow Fault in engine electronics. Rear light or brake light lamp yellow defective.
  • Page 23 Light Symbol Meaning Explanations Battery is no longer being charged. Brake switch defective. 1 flash per second ABS starting-off test not completed. ( 4 flashes per second ABS self-diagnosis not completed. Relay for ABS warning lights defective. 1 flash per second ABS function not available.
  • Page 24 A fuel shortage can lead • Check coolant level, top up if replaced by an authorized to backfiring, and can necessary. BMW motorcycle retailer therefore result in damage to • If possible, ride in the part- 32). the catalytic converter.
  • Page 25 1 – 2 sec- correct.c tified workshop, preferably onds after the engine start, the an authorized BMW motor- warning indicator must go out. • Have the fault remedied by a cycle retailer. certified workshop, prefera- If the warning "engine oil...

  • Page 26: Abs Warning Indicators

    • Have the fault remedied as Defective lamp symbol three variants depending on quickly as possible by a cer- with arrow pointing to the your country: tified workshop, preferably front is displayed. an authorized BMW motor- cycle retailer.
  • Page 27 General warning light tified workshop, preferably ing.c lights up in red. an authorized BMW motor- ABS warning light flashes Brake switch defective or cycle retailer. 4 times per second. incorrectly adjusted. The BMW Integral ABS detects the driver’s request for braking...
  • Page 28 ( 55) not General warning light tified workshop, preferably completed. lights up in red. an authorized BMW motor- You can continue to ride. How- ABS warning light cycle retailer. ever, bear in mind that neither lights up. the ABS function nor the power...
  • Page 29 However, bear in mind that ABS warning light flashes Brake with foresight and neither the ABS function nor 1 time per second. caution, and avoid heavy the power braking assistance braking.c Fluid level in BMW Integral is available. ABS too low.
  • Page 30 – Ignition off, brake pressure – Fluid level in the BMW Inte- Brake with foresight and present at the brake levers. gral ABS is too low, indi- caution, and avoid heavy – Brakes acting on both cated by the general and braking.c...

  • Page 31: Operation

    Ignition key and steering lock..30 ..........45 Electronic immobilizer....31 Wheels..........48 Hazard warning flashers....32 Tripmaster........33 Emergency ON/OFF switch..34 Heated hand grips ..... 35 Clock ..........35 Handlebar levers ......36 Lights..........37 Turn signals ........39 Seat ..........

  • Page 32: Ignition Key And Steering Lock

    Ignition key and Switching on ignition Switching off ignition steering lock Keys You will receive one master key and one spare key. If you lose a key, read the informa- tion on the electronic immobi- lizer, EWS ( 22). Ignition key and steering •...

  • Page 33: Electronic Immobilizer

    Electronic immobilizer side stand, it depends on The electronic immobilizer the features of the ground helps protect your BMW whether it is better to turn the motorcycle from theft, and this handlebars to the left or right. enhanced security is at your...

  • Page 34: Hazard Warning Flashers

    You can obtain replacement tinuously changing signals with keys only through an authorized the electronics in the key; these BMW motorcycle retailer. The signals are specific to your keys are part of an integrated motorcycle and they are trans- security system, so the retailer...

  • Page 35: Tripmaster

    » Left/right turn signal indicator Tripmaster lights off. Selecting display The hazard warning flashers can also be switched on by simultaneously pressing the buttons for the left and right turn signals.c The hazard warning flashers places a load on » The following appear in the the battery.

  • Page 36: Emergency On/Off Switch

    The Tripmaster registers that Operating range you have refueled when approximately 5 pints (3 liters) have been added. Resetting trip meter • Switch on the ignition. • Select the desired trip meter. • Press the Tripmaster button 1 for longer than Actuating the emergency 2 seconds.

  • Page 37: Heated Hand Grips

    If the emergency ON/OFF ensure starting capability.c switch is moved to position B when the ignition is Clock on, the BMW Integral ABS is Adjusting the clock while still functioning ( 50, 69).c the motorcycle is being Heated hand grips ridden can lead to accidents.

  • Page 38: Handlebar Levers

    » The hour display 2 starts to » Turn counter-clockwise: Handlebar levers flash. reach is reduced. Adjusting clutch lever • Press button 1 briefly. » The hours are incremented The adjusting screw has Adjusting the clutch lever upwards with every touch. a limit position and can while the motorcycle is •...

  • Page 39: Lights

    Lights High-beam headlight/ Headlight flasher Parking light The parking light switches on automatically when the ignition is switched on. The parking light places a load on the battery. Do not leave the ignition switched • Use the adjusting screw 1 to on longer than absolutely set the front brake lever necessary.c...
  • Page 40 Only use suitable adhesive shop, preferably anauthorized films.c • Switch off the ignition. BMW motorcycle retailer. • Press the left-hand turn • Have the headlight adjusted signal 1 switch. to the relevant conditions » Parking light switched on.

  • Page 41: Turn Signals

    In the case of very high pay- Turn signals loads, the available spring pre- Switching on turn signals load adjustment might not be adequate. To avoid dazzling oncoming traffic: • Correct the headlight adjust- ment by adjusting the swivel- ing lever 1. •...

  • Page 42: Seat

    • In doing so, press the seat Switching off turn signals Seat downwards for support. Removing seat • Press the indicator button 3. » Turn signal off. • Raise the seat at the rear. • Turn the key counter-clock- » Turn signal light in the •...

  • Page 43: Helmet Holder

    The helmet holders 1 and 2 are Installing seat located under the seat. If too much pressure is applied in a forward di- rection, there is a danger that the motorcycle is pushed off its stand. Make sure that the motorcycle is securely parked.c •...

  • Page 44: Luggage Loops

    You can obtain a suitable helmet holder 2. steel cable from your authorized BMW motorcycle On the right-hand side of retailer.c the motorcycle, the hel- met could be damaged by heat from the end muffler.

  • Page 45: Mirrors

    Mirrors Spring preload Adjusting mirrors Adjusting spring preload on rear wheel Adjusting the spring pre- load while the motorcycle is being ridden can lead to accidents. Adjust the spring preload only To make the loops accessible: when the motorcycle is •...

  • Page 46: Shock Absorbers

    Basic setting for solo Shock absorbers operation: Adjusting shock absorber • Turn handwheel 1 as far as on rear wheel possible in direction of arrow The damping must be adapted LOW. to the spring preload. An • Turn handwheel 15 clicks in increase in the spring preload direction of arrow HIGH.

  • Page 47: Esa Oe

    • Adjust the rear wheel shock • Turn the adjusting screw 1 absorber using a screw- as far as possible in the You can use the Electronic driver to turn the adjusting direction of the arrow H. Suspension Adjustment, screw 1. •...
  • Page 48 » The current setting is Adjusting shock displayed. absorbers • Switch on the ignition. • Press button 1 briefly. 2 set damping Three adjustments are possi- » The current setting is 3 set spring preload ble; these are shown in field 2 displayed.
  • Page 49 If button 1 is not pressed for Solo operation » Starting from the current longer than one second, the state, the display is in the shock absorbers are set as Solo operation with following order: displayed. luggage – Solo operation During the setting procedure, –...

  • Page 50: Wheels

    cap with rubber sealing ring on Wheels the rear wheel and tighten it Checking tire pressure securely.c Incorrect tire pressure worsens handling of the motorcycle and can lead to accidents. Ensure proper tire pressure.c Incorrect tire pressure re- duces the life of the tires. Ensure proper tire pressure.c The required tire pressures can be found in the technical...

  • Page 51: Riding

    Safety instructions ......50 Fuel ..........67 Safety check ........52 Brake system ......... 68 First time out........52 Before you start......53 Starting........... 56 Riding ..........58 Running in........58 Shifting gear ........59 Placing motorcycle on side stand..........61 Removing motorcycle from side stand..........

  • Page 52: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Alcohol and drugs Risk of poisoning Exhaust fumes contain carbon Even small amounts of Speed monoxide, which is colorless alcohol or drugs can When riding at high speed, and odorless but highly toxic. considerably diminish your various marginal conditions perception, judgment and Inhaling exhaust fumes can negatively influence the...
  • Page 53 Unburned fuel destroys If the engine runs for a Catalytic converter If misfires cause unburned fuel the catalytic converter. long period when the to enter the catalytic con- Observe the points listed for motorcycle is stationary, the verter, there is a danger of protection of the catalytic cooling is inadequate and overheating and damage.

  • Page 54: Safety Check

    Use the following list as a guide in checking important You will find information on At regular intervals: operating functions, settings BMW Integral ABS from ( – Engine oil level (every time and wear limits prior to every onwards. you refuel) ( journey.

  • Page 55: Before You Start

    A. Especially when cornering, • Switch on the ignition. unwanted or unexpectedly » Pre-ride check is performed. strong braking can lead to » With BMW Integral ABS: dangerous situations. ABS self-diagnosis is Practice braking with BMW performed. General warning light...
  • Page 56 EWS symbol is bol cannot be displayed, any displayed. With BMW Integral ABS, the function fault in the corre- ABS self-diagnosis is also sponding system cannot be performed. displayed. Watch all lights and symbols...
  • Page 57 • Release the brake lever. is ridden off immediately, the • Switch on the ignition. BMW Integral ABS is still in the residual braking function 71). The self-diagnosis is Phase 1 General warning light performed as soon as the lights up.

  • Page 58: Starting

    released. Then engage the In the neutral position, the » The engine starts. front brake, disengage the "neutral" indicator light lights • Observe warning and infor- clutch and start the engine.c up in green and the gear mation displays ( 18-28).

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Fault: Engine does not start or only starts with difficulty. Possible cause Remedy see page Emergency ON/OFF switch Emergency ON/OFF switch in operating activated position Side stand extended Retract side stand completely and gear engaged Gear engaged, clutch Place transmission in neutral not disengaged or disengage clutch...

  • Page 60: Riding

    1 time per second. ridden Brake with foresight and • Engine speed max. caution, and avoid heavy After starting off, the BMW 7000 rpm. braking.c Integral ABS checks the ABS • No full-load acceleration. sensors. The ABS warning •...

  • Page 61: Shifting Gear

    When the revolution counter The gear display in the Tires New tires have a smooth needle enters the red zone on multifunction display surface. This means that they the dial, the throttle valve shows the engaged gear.c have to be roughened by angle is limited in order to pro- being run in with a moderate tect the engine against over-...

  • Page 63: Placing Motorcycle On Side Stand

    • Check that the motorcycle is If the road is at an incline, Placing motorcycle on standing firmly. point the motorcycle side stand "uphill" and engage 1st gear.c If the motorcycle is on the No secure stance is pos- side stand, it depends on sible on poor ground the features of the ground conditions.

  • Page 65: Removing Motorcycle From Side Stand

    • Seat yourself and fold back Removing motorcycle the side stand with your left from side stand foot. With the ignition switched An unfolded side stand off, there is no brake can catch on the ground power assistance; the motor- when the motorcycle is cycle can begin to roll.

  • Page 67: Placing Motorcycle On Center Stand Oa

    • Place your full body weight Placing motorcycle on on the center stand and at center stand the same time pull the No secure stance is pos- motorcycle backwards sible on poor ground (arrow). conditions. • Check that the motorcycle is In the area of the stand, make standing firmly.

  • Page 69: Pushing Motorcycle Off Center Stand Oa

    • Make sure that the center • Place the motorcycle on Pushing motorcycle off stand is fully retracted. the center stand or side center stand stand, ensuring that the Fuel With the ignition switched ground is firm and level. off, there is no brake Refueling power assistance;...

  • Page 70: Brake System

    The engine is designed to run Brake system General – Premium grade unleaded Descending mountain fuel (98 ROZ/RON; 88 MOZ/ passes MON) Fill up with this fuel to comply If only the rear brake is with the nominal values for used when descending performance and fuel con- mountain passes, there is a...
  • Page 71 When riding on loose salt-covered roads and the BMW Integral ABS provides surfaces or muddy roads, brakes were not applied for improved braking deceleration the brakes may fail to take some time.
  • Page 72 The electron- rear brake. ics in the BMW Integral ABS Reserves for safety But remember: the potentially controls the braking force Power braking assistance shorter braking distances...
  • Page 73 Without power wheel locks either very late or BMW Integral ABS, the brake braking assistance, a much not at all when the brakes are circuits concerned only have greater force is required for applied strongly.
  • Page 74 As the residual braking function means that the lever path before the brake pressure is built up can be longer, we recommend that a larger lever path be set at the handbrake lever ( 36).c In the case of residual braking function in both brake circuits, no pump noise can be heard when the brake...

  • Page 75: Accessories

    General instructions ..... 74 Power socket......... 74 Luggage system ......77 Flat tire kit for tubeless tires ..82...

  • Page 76: General Instructions

    BMW recommends using other manufacturers is suit- with all the legal requirements. parts and accessory products able for use on BMW motorcy- The motorcycle must not in- for your motorcycle which cles without presenting a safe- fringe your national road-vehi- have been approved by BMW ty risk.
  • Page 77 If the battery voltage is too low Cable routing and/or the maximum permissi- The cables from the power ble load is exceeded, the socket to the additional device power socket is automatically must be routed in such a way deactivated. that they –...

  • Page 79: Luggage System

    • Pack heavy items of luggage Luggage system Key positions downwards and inwards. Cases locked and secured Correct loading • Load the left-hand and right- hand cases with a maxi- Overloading and uneven mum of 18 lbs (8 kg) each. loading can diminish •...
  • Page 80 Opening cases Cases not locked and Case unsecured secured • Turn the lock on the right- • Turn the case lock to the • Turn the lock on the right- hand case by 45° clockwise. position "case unlocked". hand case by 90° counter- •...
  • Page 81 » The lock straps 1 open. When closing, ensure Closing cases • Pull the gray release lever that the case lid remains upwards once again. within the limit 3.c • Pull the case lid 2 out of the retainer. » Case completely opened. •...
  • Page 82 • Turn the case lock to the Adjusting case volume position "case unsecured". • Close the lock straps. • Close the case lid. • Press the lock straps against • Turn the lock strap the case body. • Hook the case into the lower buckles 1 of the lock straps »...
  • Page 83 • Pull the case out of the Removing cases upper mounting. • Lift the case out of the lower mounting. Adapting cases • Open the case. • Turn the case lock to the • Unfasten the screws 1. position "case unsecured". •...

  • Page 84: Flat Tire Kit For Tubeless Tires

    Flat tire kit for tubeless tires The flat tire kit is located under the left-hand side panel. Please see the included description for the repair procedure and safety precautions. • Removing seat • Remove the screws 1. You will find an overview of the types of screw used on ( 124).c...

  • Page 85: Maintenance

    Toolkit..........85 Engine oil ........86 Coolant ........... 88 Brakes ..........89 Clutch ..........92 Wheels..........94 Front-wheel stand ....... 103 Rear-wheel stand ......104 Bulbs..........105 Jump starting....... 111 Battery .......... 112 Splash guard........ 116...
  • Page 86 CD-ROM. This is available from your authorized The types of screws used for BMW motorcycle retailer. the components concerned are listed in ( 124-125). You can use this chart to set aside the required tools.

  • Page 87: Toolkit

    Toolkit Toolkit The toolkit is located under the seat. • ( 40) Remove the seat. 1 Reversible screwdriver • Take out the screwdriver 1. » Accessible are: 2 Torx wrench T25 3 Screwdriver, small...

  • Page 88: Engine Oil

    misinterpretations and Engine oil therefore to incorrect oil fill Checking engine oil level quantities. Check the oil level at regular To ensure that the display of intervals. the engine oil level is correct, only check the oil level after a The oil level depends on longer trip.c the oil temperature.
  • Page 89 The oil level must be located • Pour in engine oil up to the Topping up engine oil between the MIN and MAX • ( 40) Remove the seat. center marking A. marks. The difference is • Check the oil level. approx.

  • Page 90: Coolant

    • Repeat the draining and • Read off the coolant level Topping up coolant checking procedure until the from the coolant display 1. engine oil level is located between the MIN and MAX marks. • Store or dispose of excess engine oil in line with sound environmental principles.

  • Page 91: Brakes

    Brakes checked by a certified work- noticeable. A properly functioning brake shop, preferably an autho- » In the case of BMW Integral system is a basic requirement rized BMW motorcycle ABS, the hydraulic pump for the road safety of your retailer.
  • Page 92 • Perform a visual inspection replaced by a certified work- • Perform a visual inspection of the brake pad thickness shop, preferably by an of the brake pad thickness on the left and right. authorized BMW motorcycle from the right. retailer.
  • Page 93 • Have the brake pads cally or place it on the center replaced, preferably by an stand , ensuring that the authorized BMW motorcycle ground is firm and level. retailer. • Place the handlebars in a straight ahead position. • Read off the brake fluid level at the reservoir.

  • Page 94: Clutch

    In the event of brake pad tified workshop, preferably braking.c wear, the brake fluid level an authorized BMW motor- in the brake-fluid reservoir • Have the fault remedied as cycle retailer. falls.c quickly as possible by a cer-...
  • Page 95 Check clutch fluid level quickly as possible by a cer- If the position of the tified workshop, preferably clutch fluid reservoir is an authorized BMW motor- changed, air can enter the cycle retailer. clutch system. Do not reposition the handle-...

  • Page 96: Wheels

    The minimum tire tread depths mation from your authorized worn. The locations of the legally prescribed in each BMW motorcycle retailer or on marks are indicated on the country apply. the Internet at www.bmw- edge of the tire, e.g. by the motorrad.com.
  • Page 97 Motorcycles with center brake, in particular of the stand BMW Integral ABS, can be damaged. • Remove the mounting Ensure that no parts of the bolts 2 of the brake calipers brake system are damaged, in on the left and right.
  • Page 98 • Pull the brake calipers back- Do not loosen or remove the wards and outwards from • Lift the motorcycle using the left-hand axle clamping the brake discs. BMW Motorrad front-wheel screw.c stand ( 103) until the front wheel rotates freely.
  • Page 99 ABS sensor of screw used and the open-end or ring wrench. The ring.c corresponding tightening adapter with BMW special tool The front wheel must be torques can be found on number 363690 can be ob- fitted in the direction of 124).c...
  • Page 100 • Raise the front wheel, fit the • Apply the mounting bolts 2 • Fit the mudguard and tighten quick-release axle 6 and of the brake calipers on the the mounting bolts 1 with the tighten with the appropriate left and right and use the appropriate tightening tightening torque.
  • Page 101 Without BMW Integral ABS Removing rear wheel Motorcycles with center • Press the handbrake lever stands You will find an overview firmly a number of times until of the types of screw the resistance point is used on ( 124).c noticeable.
  • Page 102 • Roll the rear wheel out Do not remove the towards the rear. sealing grease from the • If the BMW Motorrad rear clamp.c wheel stand is used: attach • Remove the mounting the retaining disk again. bolts 5 of the rear wheel,...
  • Page 103 • Place the rear wheel on the damage the screw connection rear wheel support. itself. • If the BMW Motorrad rear Be sure to have the tightening wheel stand is used: attach torques checked, preferably the retaining disk again.
  • Page 104 • Align the clamp 3 on the If the gap between the end muffler with the mark A rear wheel and the end (arrow) on the Lambda muffler is too small, the rear oxygen sensor B. wheel can overheat. • Tighten the clamp 3 on the The gap between the rear end muffler with the appro- wheel and the end muffler...

  • Page 105: Front-Wheel Stand

    In the case of BMW Inte- gral ABS, the ABS sensor ring can be damaged. Only push the mounting pin so far inwards that it does not touch the sensor ring of the BMW Integral ABS.c...

  • Page 106: Rear-Wheel Stand

    Rear-wheel stand In order to be able to work safely also on motorcycles without center stands BMW Motorrad offers a rear wheel stand. The rear-wheel stand with BMW special tool • Press the front-wheel stand • Set the desired height of the...

  • Page 107: Bulbs

    Bulbs Information on bulbs The failure of a bulb is signaled in the display by the lamp defect symbol. If the brake or rear light fails, the general warning light also lights up in yellow. • Push the rear wheel stand •...
  • Page 108 In the event of a bulb You will find an overview failure, there can be of the types of screws problems seeing and being used on ( 124).c seen. Replacing low-beam Replace defective bulbs as headlight bulb soon as possible, and consid- During the work de- er carrying spare headlight, scribed in the following, a...
  • Page 109 Assembly is in reverse order. The bulb is pressurized and can cause injuries when damaged. Wear eye and hand protection when replacing bulbs.c To achieve better acces- sibility, turn the handle- bars to the left.c • Remove the spring wire brackets 3 from their detents •...
  • Page 110 • The high-beam headlight 2 Access beneath the • Pull the bulb 5 from the bulb bulbs are changed in the headlight holder. same way as those of the low-beam headlight. Assembly is in reverse order. • To hold the new bulb, use a Replacing parking clean, dry cloth.
  • Page 111 Replacing front turn signal bulb During the work de- scribed in the following, a motorcycle that has been parked incorrectly can fall over. Make sure that the motorcycle is securely parked.c • Remove the bolt 1. • Remove the bulb holder 3 from the lamp housing by •...
  • Page 112 • Remove the bulb holder 2 from the lamp housing by turning it counter-clockwise. • Remove the bulb 3 from the bulb holder. Assembly is in reverse order. • To hold the new bulb, use a clean, dry cloth. • Pull the lamp housing on the •...

  • Page 113: Jump Starting

    Jump-starting with a Jump starting voltage greater than 12 V The wires leading to can damage the vehicle the power socket do not electronics. have a load-capacity rating The battery of the other vehicle adequate for jump-starting the must have 12 V system engine.

  • Page 114: Battery

    • Then connect one end of the Touching live parts of the – Keep the surface of the black jump lead to the nega- ignition system with the battery clean and dry. tive terminal of the support- engine running can lead to –...
  • Page 115 BMW Motorrad has de- • Charge the disconnected The motorcycle's on- veloped a trickle-charger battery via the power socket. board electronics know specially designed for com- • Comply with the operating when the battery is fully patibility with the electronics of instructions of the charger.
  • Page 116 If you are unable to • Comply with the operating charge the battery instructions of the charger. through the power socket, you • Once the battery is fully may be using a charger that is charged, disconnect the not compatible with your mo- charger terminal clips from the torcycle’s electronics.
  • Page 117 • Unfasten the screws 4 and • Place the battery in the battery pull the retaining bracket compartment, positive termi- backwards. nal on the right in the direction • Lift the battery upwards; if it is of travel. difficult to move, moving it •...

  • Page 118: Splash Guard

    After connecting the battery, the time must be reset.c Splash guard A splash guard is supplied with the motorcycle; if required, this can be fitted to the license plate holder. • Use the screws 1 to fit the splash guard on the license plate holder from below.

  • Page 119: Care

    Cleaning and care ..... 118 Storing.......... 120 Restoring to use ......121...

  • Page 120: Cleaning And Care

    We recommend that you use Wet brake discs reduce you can obtain from your autho- BMW insect remover to soften the braking effect. rized BMW motorcycle retailer. and wash off insects and resil- After washing the motorcycle,...
  • Page 121 Soften resilient dirt and Plastics Radiator Clean plastic parts with insects by applying a wet Clean the radiator regularly to water and BMW plastic care cloth.c prevent overheating of the emulsion. This concerns in engine due to inadequate Windshield particular: cooling.

  • Page 122: Storing

    BMW painting materials. ately; otherwise changes in of paint, we recommend using Rubber the paint or discoloration can only BMW auto wax or agents Treat rubber components with occur. These include, e.g., that contain carnauba or water or BMW rubber protec- spilt fuel, oil, grease, brake synthetic waxes.

  • Page 123: Restoring To Use

    • Check the tire pressure cle, have the engine oil 48). and the oil filter element changed by a certified work- shop, preferably your autho- rized BMW motorcycle retailer. Combine work for storing/ restoring to use with a mainte- nance service or inspection.c...

  • Page 125: Technical Data

    Bolt connections ......124 Tire pressures ......126 Engine .......... 127 Power transmission ....128 Frame and suspension ....129 Wheels and tires......131 Fuel and lubricants ..... 132 Electrical system ......135 Dimensions and weights .... 137 Riding specifications ....138...

  • Page 126: Bolt Connections

    Bolt connections Tightening Activity Type of screw connection torque Front wheel ® Mudguard Internal TORX T25 (1) hand-tight ® Brake caliper Internal TORX 30 Nm ® Axle clamping screw Internal TORX 19 Nm Quick-release axle Allen screw 22 50 Nm Rear wheel ®...
  • Page 127 Bolt connections Tightening Activity Type of screw connection torque Battery ® Battery compartment lid Internal TORX T25 (1) hand-tight Battery-terminal clamps External hexagon 10 or hand-tight slotted head screw, large (1) ® Securing bracket Internal TORX hand-tight Splash guard ® Splash guard Internal TORX T25 (1)

  • Page 128: Tire Pressures

    Tire pressures Tire pressures measured with cold tires. Loading Front Rear Solo operation 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) 42.0 psi (2.9 bar) Solo operation with luggage 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) 42.0 psi (2.9 bar) Operation with passenger (and luggage) 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) 42.0 psi (2.9 bar)

  • Page 129: Engine

    Engine Engine Type 4-cylinder inline engine, fitted crossways, inclined 55 Displacement 1,157 cc Bore/stroke 3.1/2.3 in (79/59 mm) Compression ratio 13 : 1 Power output Greatest rated power 123/74 kW - at engine speed 10,250/7,000 rpm Torque Max. torque 130/110 Nm - at engine speed 8,250/5,250 rpm Engine speeds...

  • Page 130: Power Transmission

    Power transmission Clutch Type Hydraulic multi-disk wet clutch Clutch disk diameter 6.8 in (172 mm) Transmission Type 6-speed transmission Overall ratios 1st gear = 3.93 2nd gear = 2.87 3rd gear = 2.27 4th gear = 2.01 5th gear = 1.78 6th gear = 1.582 Rear-wheel drive Power transmission from gearbox to...

  • Page 131: Frame And Suspension

    2-piston floating caliper, organic brake pads Front wheel guide Type BMW Duolever Steering lock angle 2 x 29 Front wheel castor in normal-load position 4.4 in (111.63 mm) Rear wheel guide Type BMW EVO Paralever swinging arm...
  • Page 132 Frame and suspension Front suspension system Type Central suspension strut with single-tube gas pressure shock absorber Spring travel (bump) 2.36 in (60 mm) Spring travel (rebound) 2.17 in (55 mm) Total suspension travel 4.53 in (115 mm) Rear suspension system Type Central suspension strut with single-tube gas pressure shock absorber...

  • Page 133: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires Front wheel Type MTH2 angled rim shoulder with double tire retaining hump Rim size 3.50 x 17" Tire size 120/70-ZR17 Rear wheel Type MTH2 angled rim shoulder with double tire retaining hump Rim size 6.00 x 17" Tire size 190/50-ZR17...

  • Page 134: Fuel And Lubricants

    No engine oils of the viscosity classes SAE 20W-x may be used. Synthetic engine oils may only be used when they have been approved by BMW Motorrad for this motorcycle. Top-up volume between MIN and MAX 1.1 pints (0.5 l)
  • Page 135 (below -30 °C – above 30 °C) Oils with x > 40 are available from your authorized BMW motorcycle retailer. All engine oils supplied by BMW Motorrad are subject to regular BMW quality assurance checks. Oil additives are not required and are not recommended.
  • Page 136 Fuel Fuel grade Premium grade unleaded fuel (98 ROZ/RON; 88 MOZ/MON) Content of fuel tank 5 gal (19 l) Reserve volume 1 gal (4 l) Brakes Brake fluid DOT 4 We recommend BMW brake fluids...

  • Page 137: Electrical System

    Electrical system Battery Type 12 V 14 Ah, maintenance-free Low temperature test current 190 A Spark plugs Approved spark plugs BOSCH YR 5DDE Electrode gap 0.02 in (0.7 mm) Wear limit 0.04 in (1.0 mm) Fuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug-in fuses are no longer necessary.
  • Page 138 Electrical system Bulbs Design of headlight Clear glass with three reflectors High-beam headlight 2 H7 halogen bulbs, 12 V 55 W Low-beam headlight H7 halogen bulb 12 V 55 W Parking light 12 V 5 W Brake/rear lights 12 V 21/5 W Front turn signals 12 V 16 W Rear flashing turn signals...

  • Page 139: Dimensions And Weights

    Dimensions and weights Dimensions Maximum length 87 in (2,214 mm) Maximum width 33.8 in (858 mm) Maximum height (without rider) 48 in (1,220 mm) Seat height 32 in (820 mm) Wheelbase in normal-load position 61.8 in (1,572 mm) Ground clearance in normal-load position 4.7 in (120 mm) Weights DIN wet weight...

  • Page 140: Riding Specifications

    Riding specifications Speeds Top speed over 127 mph (200 km/h) Acceleration 0-100 km/h 2.8 s Noises Riding noise to EU specification 80 dB (A) Stationary noise to EU specification 94 dB (A) at 5,100 rpm...

  • Page 141: Service

    BMW Motorrad Service ......... 140 Confirmation of maintenance work..........143 Confirmation of service ....147...

  • Page 142: Bmw Motorrad Service

    Service telephone numbers, as quality. money in the long run. well as information on Mobile To ensure that your BMW is Service and the dealership BMW Motorcycle Service always in optimum condition, network are contained in the Card –...
  • Page 143 BMW Service from www.bmw-motor- chures are also available from After the first 6,000 miles rad.com/maintenance. your authorized BMW motor- (10,000 km) and every further Every authorized BMW cycle retailer. 12,000 miles (20,000 km) motorcycle retailer has a...
  • Page 144 BMW Running-In Pre-delivery Check Check Performed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Performed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid changed: Without BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS Wheel circuit Control circuit Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature...

  • Page 145: Confirmation Of Maintenance Work

    Odometer reading reading reading Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS Wheel circuit Wheel circuit...
  • Page 146 Odometer reading reading reading Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS Wheel circuit Wheel circuit...
  • Page 147 Odometer reading reading reading Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS Wheel circuit Wheel circuit...
  • Page 148 Odometer reading reading reading Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS Without BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS With BMW Integral ABS Wheel circuit Wheel circuit...

  • Page 149: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Record of all work performed in workshop miles/ Work performed Date...
  • Page 150 Confirmation of service Record of all work performed in workshop miles/ Work performed Date...

  • Page 151: Index

    Brake pads, 58 Warning light, 19 Technical data, 135 Brakes Accessories Warning indicator for charge Brake pads, 89 BMW optional equipment, 4 current, 24 Checking brake pad thickness General instructions, 74 BMW Service at front, 90 Non-BMW products, 6 Annual inspection, 141...
  • Page 152 Center stand Engine electronics Care Extending, 65 Modification to the engine Care products, 118 Retracting, 67 electronics control unit, 51 Chrome, 119 Checklist, 52 Warning indicator, 23 Paint, 119 Clock Engine oil Plastics, 119 Adjusting, 14, 35 Checking oil level, 86 Protective wax coating, 120 Display, 18 Checking the oil level, 11...
  • Page 153 Headlight Indicator lights, 14, 18 Front-wheel stand, 103 Adjustment for right-hand/left- Inflation pressures, 126 Fuel hand traffic, 38 Installing battery, 115 Fill opening, 11 Overview, 15 Instrument panel, 14 Fuel gauge, 18 Headlight adjustment Quality, 68, 134 (vertical), 38 Jump starting, 111 Refueling, 67 Headlight flasher, 12, 37 Reserve display, 22...
  • Page 154 Running in Spark plugs, technical data, 135 Neutral, indicator light, 18 Brake pads, 58 Speed General information, 58 Safety information, 50 Technical data, 138 Operating range, 34 Speedometer, 14 Safety check before a Splash guard, 116 journey, 52 Parking light, 38 Starter, 13 Safety instructions, 50 Bulb, 15...
  • Page 155 Tightening torques, 124 Warning lights, 14, 18 Toolkit, 11, 85 Warnings, 4 Transmission Wheels Gear shifts, 59 Checking rims, 94 Position on starting, 53 Checking tire pressure, 48 Technical data, 128 Checking tread depth, 94 Tripmaster, 12, 18, 33 Installing front wheel, 97 Turn signal Installing rear wheel, 100 Left, 12...
  • Page 156 Vehicle/dealership data Vehicle data Dealership data Model Contacts in Service Department Vehicle identification number Ms./Mr. Color code Phone number First registration Registration number Dealership address/phone (company stamp)
  • Page 157 We are not responsible for the accessories fitted or the errors and omissions. national-market specification. © 2004 BMW Motorrad No claims will be entertained Not to be reproduced either as a result of such discrepan- wholly or in part without written cies.
  • Page 158 BMW recommends Castrol The most important data for a filling station stop can be found in the following chart: Fuel Designation Premium grade unleaded fuel ROZ/RON MOZ/MON Fuel tank capacity 5 gal (19 l) Front Rear Tire pressures One-up 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) 42.0 psi (2.9 bar)
  • Page 159 Please attach this sticker to the inside back cover page of your Rider’s Manual Reporting Safety Defects individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North If you believe that your vehicle has America, LCC. a defect which could cause a crash...
  • Page 160 Information on BMW Motorrad Integral ABS How does ABS work? resulting in a danger of falling. ensure driving stability when The maximum braking force Before this situation occurs, contact with the road surface which can be transferred to the ABS intervenes and is restored.
  • Page 161 ON/OFF During driving-safety training Field observations by BMW switch, the light and all elec- courses an unusually high Motorrad show that no com- tronic systems remain...
  • Page 162 This optimally utilizes the rider to brake the motor- A fault in the BMW Motorrad the dynamic load increase on cycle. Integral ABS is indicated by a the front wheel. At the same...
  • Page 163 • Always brake with the front How important is regular How is the BMW Motorrad maintenance? Integral ABS designed? and rear brakes Any technical system is The BMW Motorrad Integral • In clear situations, carry out always only as good as...

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