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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine bmw‑motorrad.com Rider's Manual R 1200 GS...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 BMW. It contains im- We hope you will enjoy riding portant information on how to your BMW and that all your jour- operate the controls and how to neys will be pleasant and safe make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Service-due indicator ..40 Electronic Suspension Ad- Fuel reserve ....41 justment (ESA) ....66 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 Off-roading ....96 Brake system ... . . 123 Laying up the motor- Shifting gear .
  • Page 6 ....192 Maintenance work ..192 BMW Service ... . . 193 Maintenance schedule ..195 Confirmation of mainten- ance work .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

    General instructions Overview ......6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment .

  • Page 8: Overview

    Optional extras. When the time comes to sell The vehicles are as- NOTICE Specific instruc- your BMW, please remember sembled complete with tions on how to operate, to hand over this Rider's Manual; all the BMW Motorrad...

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Equipment Optional accessories. tolerance requirements of the Deutsches Institut für Normung You can obtain When you purchased your BMW e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual BMW Motorrad motorcycle, you chose a model optional accessories countries may differ. with individual equipment. This...

  • Page 11: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Underneath the seat .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side with daytime running light Daytime riding light 54). Fuel filler neck ( 102) Seat lock ( Setting the rear damping (down at the spring strut)

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side 10 Behind the side trim panel: Battery ( 145) without Dynamic ESA Battery-positive connection Adjuster for spring preload, point ( 144) rear ( 85). Diagnostic connector Air filter (underneath the 151) centre trim panel) ( 138) 11 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Brake-fluid tank, front 127)

  • Page 16: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Standard toolkit ( 120) Rider's Manual Tyre pressure table Payload table Adjusting the front seat height ( Fuses ( 149)

  • Page 17: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( with cruise control Cruise-control system 72). Hazard warning lights sys- tem ( ABS ( ASC ( with Dynamic ESA Dynamic ESA Possible set- tings ( with LED auxiliary head- lights Auxiliary headlights 54).
  • Page 18 with preparation for nav- igation system Operating navigation sys- tem ( 166) Multi-Controller with daytime running light Daytime riding light 54).

  • Page 19: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Heated handlebar grips 76). Riding mode ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button Start engine ( 93).

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Speedometer Engine speed display Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- strument lighting) with alarm system (DWA) Alarm system LED with Keyless Ride Telltale light for the radio- operated key Switching on ignition 49). Telltale and warning lights Multifunction display...

  • Page 21: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Telltale and warning lights ..20 Multifunction display ....22 Warning symbols in the display ..24 Warnings .

  • Page 22: Telltale And Warning Lights

    Telltale and warning lights with cruise control Cruise-control system 72). Neutral ASC ( Turn indicators ABS ( - with EU markets ex- port Malfunction indicator lamp Emissions warning ( General warning light (in combination with warning symbols on the display)
  • Page 23 with alarm system (DWA) Alarm signal ( with Keyless Ride Telltale light for the radio- operated key Switching on ignition 49). High-beam headlight with daytime running light Daytime riding light 54). with LED auxiliary head- lights Auxiliary headlights 54). 12 Fuel reserve ( NOTICE The ABS symbol might differ, depending on the specifics of...

  • Page 24: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Fuel level Recommendation to up- shift ( Gear indicator; "N" indic- ates neutral with daytime running light Automatic daytime riding light ( 55). with heated handlebar grips Heated handlebar grips 76). Odometer ( Service-due indicator (maintenance interval) 192) Warning symbols ( On-board computer with Dynamic ESA...
  • Page 25 13 Outside temperature warn- ing (...

  • Page 26: Warning Symbols In The Display

    Warning symbols in the display with tyre pressure monit- oring (RDC) Tyre pressure ( EWS ( Coolant temperature Engine oil level ( Engine electronics ( Battery charge ( 146) Warnings (...

  • Page 27: Warnings

    Warnings The status of the 'General' warn- ing light matches the most ur- Mode of presentation gent warning. Warnings are indicated by the The possible warnings are listed corresponding warning lights. on the next pages. Warnings that do not have warn- ing lights of their own are indic- ated by 'General' warning light 1 showing in combination with a...
  • Page 28 Warnings, overview Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display appears on the Outside temperature warning ( display lights up yellow appears on the Electronic immobiliser active ( display lights up yellow appears on the Radio-operated key out of range ( display lights up yellow Replace the battery of the radio-oper-...
  • Page 29 Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display !LAMP_ lights up yellow appears Bulb faulty ( on the display !LAMPF appears on the display DWALO ! appears Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( on the display DWA ! lights up yellow appears on Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( the display...
  • Page 30 Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display -- -- " " or " " Signal transmission disrupted ( is displayed RDC! lights up yellow appears on Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak the display flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed lights up ABS fault ( lights up...
  • Page 31 Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up ASC fault ( ESA! lights up yellow appears on ESA fault ( the display The gear indicator Gear not trained ( flashes. lights up Fuel down to reserve ( flashes yellow flashes Severe fault in the engine control unit...

  • Page 32: Outside Temperature

    51). when temperatures are placed, preferably by an au- Use the reserve key to con- low; remember that there is thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. tinue your journey. particular danger of black ice with Keyless Ride forming on bridges and where Battery of the radio-operated the road is in shade.
  • Page 33 If possible, ride in the part-load shows red. erated key replaced by an au- range to cool down the engine. Temperature symbol ap- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If the coolant temperature pears on the display. is frequently too high, have Replace the battery of the...
  • Page 34 Have the fault rectified by a sharply and overtaking. specialist workshop, preferably WARNING Possible cause: an authorised BMW Motorrad The engine control unit has dia- dealer. Overlooking the vehicle in gnosed a fault. In exceptional You can continue riding; pollut-...
  • Page 35 ( 142). Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author- Replacing LED rear light workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. 143). ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Tyre pressure close with LED turn indicators Anti-theft alarm battery...
  • Page 36 "Engineering details". sure problem. workshop, preferably an Possible cause: Tyre pressure outside authorised BMW Motorrad permitted tolerance Measured tyre pressure is out- dealer. side permitted tolerance. If you are unsure whether the with tyre pressure monitoring...
  • Page 37 Have the fault rectified by a with tyre pressure monitoring with tyre pressure monitoring specialist workshop, preferably (RDC) (RDC) an authorised BMW Motorrad -- -- dealer. The "General" warning light " " or " " is displayed shows yellow.

  • Page 38: Abs Fault

    BMW Motorrad ABS fault Seek the advice of a specialist dealer. workshop, preferably an author- ABS telltale and warning ised BMW Motorrad dealer. light shows. Battery of tyre-pressure ABS self-diagnosis not sensor weak Possible cause: completed The ABS control unit has detec- with tyre pressure monitoring ted a fault.

  • Page 39: Asc Intervention

    ASC self-diagnosis not an ASC fault ( 112). ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Have the fault rectified as completed quickly as possible by a The ASC telltale and warn- ASC deactivated specialist workshop, preferably ing light flashes slowly.
  • Page 40 The gear indicator starts to The fuel tank contains no more specialist workshop, preferably flash when the gearbox sensor than the reserve quantity of fuel. an authorised BMW Motorrad has been trained successfully. dealer. Reserve fuel When the gearbox sensor is...

  • Page 41: Control Unit

    Seek the advice of a specialist Engine damage when run- Have the fault rectified as workshop, preferably an author- ning in emergency-operation quickly as possible by a ised BMW Motorrad dealer. mode specialist workshop, preferably Risk of accident Battery charge voltage an authorised BMW Motorrad...

  • Page 42: Service-Due Indicator

    ABS is accompanied by the 'Gener- specialist workshop, preferably Risk of accident al' warning light showing yellow. an authorised BMW Motorrad Do not continue your journey. The word "Service" remains per- dealer. manently visible. Battery is not being charged. If...

  • Page 43: Fuel Reserve

    Fuel reserve Engine at operating tempera- The odometer for the fuel re- ture. serve is reset when the amount The amount of fuel present in Engine idling for at least ten of fuel after refuelling is greater the fuel tank when the fuel warn- seconds.

  • Page 44: Ambient Temperature

    Ambient temperature ive of the actual display setting; the displayed value flashes. When the motorcycle is at a standstill, the heat of the engine In addition, the ice crystal can falsify the ambient-tempera- symbol 2 is shown. ture reading. If the effect of the engine's heat becomes excess- WARNING ive,...

  • Page 45: Recommendation To Upshift

    'General' warning light flashes red. The upshift recommendation 1 signals the economically best The detailed description of point in time for upshift. BMW Motorrad RDC starts on page ( 115). Recommendation to upshift The upshift recommendation must be activated in the display settings ( 59).

  • Page 47: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch/steering lock ..46 Anti-theft alarm (DWA) ....74 Ignition with Keyless Ride ... 48 Heated handlebar grips .

  • Page 48: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    ( well. Consult a specialist work- ASC self-diagnosis is per- shop, preferably an authorised formed ( BMW Motorrad dealer. Welcome lights Lock the handlebars Switch on the ignition. Turn the handlebars all the way The side lights briefly light up.
  • Page 49 Electronic immobiliser Turn the ignition key to posi- have it barred by your author- tion 1. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. When the ignition is switched The electronic design of the If you wish to do this, you will off, the instrument cluster re-...

  • Page 50: Ignition With Keyless Ride

    It is advisable to keep the radio- keys only through an authorised emergency key being found. operated key on your person BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to You receive one radio-operated are part of an integrated security have the emergency key with key and one emergency key.
  • Page 51 ASC self-diagnosis is per- formed ( Version 2: Steering lock is engaged; press and hold down button 1. The steering lock disengages. Parking lights and all function circuits switched on. Pre-Ride-Check is performed Press and hold down button 1. There are two ways of activat- ing the ignition.
  • Page 52 The on-board electronics access BMW Motorrad dealer. In order the data saved in the radio-op- to have a key barred you must erated key via a ring aerial in the bring along all the other keys be- R/C ignition lock.
  • Page 53 Battery of the radio- rear-wheel cover will start the Replace the battery of the engine. operated key is empty or radio-operated key Hold emergency key 1 or loss of the radio-operated If the radio-operated key does radio-operated key with empty not react when you short-press battery 2 at the rear-wheel or long-press a button:...

  • Page 54: Emergency Off Switch

    Remove battery 3. Battery type WARNING Dispose of the old battery in accordance with all applicable Operation of the kill switch laws and regulations; do not CR 2032 while riding attempt to dispose of batteries Risk of fall due to rear wheel Install battery cover 2.

  • Page 55: Lights

    Lights High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Low-beam headlight and Switching on ignition ( 46). sidelights The side lights switch on auto- matically when the ignition is switched on. NOTICE The side lights place a strain on Immediately after switching off the battery.

  • Page 56: Daytime Riding Light

    LED auxiliary headlights cannot The indicator light for the be switched on. auxiliary headlight illumin- ates. Press button 1 again to switch NOTICE off the auxiliary headlights. The auxiliary headlights have ap- Daytime riding light proval as fog lights and their use is permissible in bad weather with daytime running light conditions only.
  • Page 57 The indicator light for the If the high beam headlight is NOTICE daytime riding light illumin- switched off again, the daytime ates. riding light is not automatically By comparison with the low- reactivated, but must be beam headlight, the daytime The low-beam headlight, the switched on again if required.

  • Page 58: Hazard Warning Lights System

    daytime riding light is switched daytime riding light is switched WARNING on again. If the daytime riding on again when ambient light is light is active, the daytime rid- bright enough. The automatic riding light ing light symbol is displayed in control system cannot re- Hazard warning lights the multifunction display.

  • Page 59: Turn Indicators

    Multifunction display Select display Switching on ignition ( 46). Press button 1 to switch on Push button 1 to the left to the hazard warning flashers. switch on the left turn indicat- ors. Ignition can be switched off. Push button 1 to the right to To switch off the hazard warn- switch on the right turn indicat- ing flashers, switch on the ig-...
  • Page 60 SETUP SETUP-menu ( ), only and selected at the press of a with Pro onboard computer when stationary button: Stop watch driving time Ambient temperature RDTIME with Pro onboard computer EXTEMP Resetting trip distance The following information is ad- Engine temperature recorder ditionally displayed by means of ENGTMP...
  • Page 61 Resetting the average values Switching on ignition ( 46). Repeatedly press button 1 Press button 1 briefly in order briefly until the top display line to go to the next menu item. SETUP ENTER displays 2 The top display line 2 shows Press and hold button 1 to the menu item.

  • Page 62: Setting The Clock

    with preparation for navigation Set the clock only when the system motorcycle is stationary. GPS TM : Navigation system SETUP In the menu, select installed: Accept GPS time and SETUP the menu item GPS date ( ) or do not ac- CLOCK cept ( CLOCK...

  • Page 63: Setting The Date

    SETUP Press button 1 to increase the In the menu, select Press button 1 to increase the SETUP flashing value or button 2 to the menu item flashing value or button 2 to DATE reduce the same. reduce the same. Keep button 2 pressed un- Keep button 2 pressed un- til the minutes in the bottom...
  • Page 64 NOTICE If you drive off before the setting has been completed, the setting will be cancelled. Customising the display with Pro onboard computer Switching on ignition ( 46). Briefly press button 1 to start Press button 1 for a long In the customisation menu, it is the customisation menu.
  • Page 65 CONS 2 Press button 1 briefly in order : Average consump- BELOW to change the set value. tion 2 ( CONS C The following menu items can : Current consumption be selected, the works setting is ØSPEED shown in brackets. Some menu : Average speed items will only be selected if the BELOW...

  • Page 66: Anti-Lock Brake System

    The ABS function is deactiv- ated, but the integral function remains active. Activating the ABS function SETUP When the menu item Press and hold down button 1 EXIT is displayed, press and until the ABS warning light hold button 1 to exit the cus- changes status.

  • Page 67: Automatic Stability Control

    NOTICE formation on brake systems with You have the option of deactiv- Press and hold down button 1 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS. ating the ASC function while the until the ASC warning light motorcycle is on the move. changes status.

  • Page 68: Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    (SOFT). eering details" for more inform- Release button 1 within two The ESA calibrates at regular ation on BMW Motorrad Auto- seconds. intervals at a standstill with the matic Stability Control (ASC). engine running to ensure the The ASC telltale and warn- system is functioning properly.
  • Page 69 Viewing suspension settings Switching on ignition ( 46). In the multifunction display, the Press button 1 briefly to view damping is shown in area 1, the the current setting. spring preload in area 2. To adjust damping: Repeatedly press button 1 until The setting shows briefly, then the setting you want to use Press button 1 briefly to view...

  • Page 70: Riding Mode

    Riding mode One-up with luggage with Pro riding modes Using the riding modes In the Enduro and Enduro Pro BMW Motorrad has developed modes, only two settings are Two-up (with luggage) 5 operational scenarios for your possible: motorcycle from which you can...
  • Page 71 with Dynamic ESA The chassis adjustment also ad- apts to the selected scenario. Setting riding mode Switching on ignition ( 46). The selection arrow 1 and the ATTENTION first selectable riding mode 2 are displayed. Activation of the off-road mode (Enduro and Enduro Pro) when riding on-road Risk of crash due to lack of sta- bility when the vehicle brakes or...
  • Page 72 Deactivate the RDC for With the motorcycle at a stand- NOTICE still, the selected mode is ac- off-roading tivated after approximately two Enduro PRO When the mode with Pro riding modes seconds. is selected: Note that ABS con- The newly selected riding Requirement trol for the rear wheel is restric- mode is activated as you...
  • Page 73 sure is displayed in the Enduro Press and hold button 1 to SETUP start the menu. and Enduro Pro riding modes. : The RDC warning sym- bol in the display shows and an out-of-tolerance tyre pressure is displayed in the Enduro and Enduro Pro riding modes.

  • Page 74: Cruise-Control System

    Enduro PRO riding mode 2 Button 2 is enabled for opera- selectable. tion. Installing front seat ( 79). Saving road speed Cruise-control system with cruise control Switching on cruise control To do so, press in latch 1 and Requirement remove the cap. Cruise control is not available un- Install the coding plug.
  • Page 75 Accelerating Decelerating the twistgrip back past the idle position) to deactivate the cruise-control system. Telltale light for cruise control goes out. Resuming former cruising speed Briefly push button 1 forward. Briefly push button 1 back. The speed is increased by The speed is reduced by 2 km/h each time the button 2 km/h each time you push the...

  • Page 76: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)

    the motorcycle will decelerate Anti-theft alarm (DWA) motion sensor only to the cruising speed saved an attempt to use an unauthor- with alarm system (DWA) in memory, even though you ised vehicle key to switch on might have intended slowing to the ignition.
  • Page 77 BMW Motorrad Switch on the ignition. dealer. Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once If an alarm was triggered while (if programmed). the motorcycle was unattended, Anti-theft alarm is deactivated. the rider is notified accordingly by an alarm tone sounding once Customising anti-theft when the ignition is switched on.

  • Page 78: Heated Handlebar Grips

    Heated handlebar grips length of time to pass without making further changes. with heated handlebar grips In order to switch off the heated handlebar grips, Operating the heated repeatedly press button 1 until handlebar grips the heated handlebar grip symbol 2 is no longer shown NOTICE on the display.
  • Page 79 Install the rear seat Turn the key clockwise in seat Firmly press down on front lock 1 and hold it in this pos- seat 1 at the front. The rear seat can be set to ition while pressing down the The rear seat engages with an either of 2 different positions.
  • Page 80 justment in the alignment 1 (identification L). In order to set the high seat position, install front height adjustment in the direction 2 (identification H). Use vehicle key to turn seat In order to remove the front lock 1 to the left and hold, sup- height adjustment 1, press portingly press down the rider's down locking mechanism 2...
  • Page 81 In order to set the low seat po- Set rider's seat into the mount- sition, swivel rear height adjust- ings 1 left and right, and place ment 1 into position 3 (identi- loosely on the motorcycle. fication L). Press the rider's seat slightly In order to set the high seat forward in its rear area and position, swivel rear height...

  • Page 83: Adjustment

    Adjustment Mirrors ......82 Headlight ......82 Windscreen .

  • Page 84: Mirrors

    If there are doubts about the cor- sure that it does not move out rect headlight beam throw, have of position. the setting checked by a special- ist workshop, preferably an au- Mirror (locknut) to ad- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. apter 22 Nm (Left-hand thread)

  • Page 85: Windscreen

    Turn knob 1 clockwise to lower Have the basic settings of the the windscreen. headlight restored by a special- Turn knob 1 counter-clockwise ist workshop, best of all by a to raise the windscreen. BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 86: Clutch

    Clutch NOTICE Adjusting the clutch lever The adjuster is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever WARNING forward. Adjusting the clutch lever Four settings are possible: during the journey Position 1: smallest span Risk of accident between handlebar grip and Do not attempt to adjust the clutch lever clutch lever unless the motor-...

  • Page 87: Handlebars

    Risk of accident suit spring preload. shop, preferably an authorised Do not attempt to adjust spring BMW Motorrad dealer. To increase the spring preload, preload unless the motorcycle turn the adjuster knob 1 in the is at a standstill.

  • Page 88: Damping

    An uneven surface requires Basic setting of spring softer damping than a smooth preload, rear surface. An increase in spring preload Turn the knob as far as it requires firmer damping, a re- will go in the LOW direction. duction in spring preload re- (One-up without luggage) quires softer damping.
  • Page 89 Basic setting of rear- suspension damping characteristic without Dynamic ESA Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go in the clockwise direction, then back it off 8 clicks in the counter-clockwise direction. (One-up without lug- gage) Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go in the clockwise direction, then back it off 2 clicks in the counter-clockwise...

  • Page 91: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....90 Comply with checklist ....93 Always before riding off: .

  • Page 92: Safety Instructions

    Carefully try out the limits of of the year. Your authorised the motorcycle's bank angle by overloading and imbal- BMW Motorrad dealer will be anced loads and adapt your style of riding glad to advise you on the correct accordingly.
  • Page 93 Maximum speed with with cases with tank rucksack knobbly tyres or winter Ensure that the case volumes Note the maximum permissible on the left and right are equal. payload of the tank rucksack. tyres Make sure that the weight is Payload of tank rucksack uniformly distributed between DANGER...

  • Page 94: Catalytic Converter

    Risk of poisoning Catalytic converter Risk of overheating Exhaust fumes contain carbon If misfiring causes unburned fuel ATTENTION monoxide, which is colourless to enter the catalytic converter, and odourless but highly toxic. there is a danger of overheating Engine running for prolonged and damage.

  • Page 95: Comply With Checklist

    Every 3rd refuelling Starting Do not tamper with the vehicle in any way that could result in stop Start engine tuned performance. without Dynamic ESA Switch on the ignition. Comply with checklist Adjuster for spring preload, rear Pre-Ride-Check is performed 85).
  • Page 96 Press starter button 1. engine before it completes. ABS self-diagnosis NOTICE Phase 1 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- forms self-diagnosis to ensure The start attempt is automatic- All telltale and warning lights are its operability. Self-diagnosis is switched on.

  • Page 97: Running In

    ABS telltale and warning specialist workshop, preferably ASC self-diagnosis light flashes. an authorised BMW Motorrad completed dealer. The ASC telltale and warning Phase 2 light goes out. ASC self-diagnosis Test of the wheel-speed Check all the telltale and warn- BMW Motorrad ASC performs sensors as the vehicle pulls ing lights.

  • Page 98: Off-Roading

    avoid riding at constant engine Brake pads WARNING rpm for prolonged periods. New brake pads have to bed Try to do most of your rid- down before they can achieve New tyres losing grip on wet ing during this initial period on their optimum friction levels.
  • Page 99 After off-roading Apply the brakes in good time characteristics before you re- until the brakes have been turn to surfaced roads. BMW Motorrad recommends cleaned. checking the following after riding Rims the motorcycle off-road: BMW Motorrad recommends ATTENTION checking the rims for damage...

  • Page 100: Shifting Gear

    Pro shift assistant. Each time the brakes are applied, cause a severe load-change a load distribution shift takes reaction. BMW Motorrad re- NOTICE place with the load shifting for- commends disengaging the ward from the rear to the front...
  • Page 101 Brake fade, destruction of the of the road. brakes due to overheating BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- Use both front and rear brakes, vents the front wheel from lock- and make use of the engine's ing up.

  • Page 102: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Do not take risks that would are applied because of an un- WARNING negate the additional safety foreseen hazard when the mo- offered by this system. torcycle is banked for cornering, Wetness and dirt result in within the physical limits that ap- diminished braking efficiency ABS Pro is available in all riding ply to motorcycling the system...

  • Page 103: Refuelling

    Refuelling Risk of damage to parts if vehicle ATTENTION topples Fuel grade Always check that the ground Poor ground underneath the Requirement under the stand is level and stand For optimum fuel consumption, firm. Risk of damage to parts if vehicle fuel should be sulphur-free or as topples low-sulphur as possible.
  • Page 104 ATTENTION programmed appropriately at your authorised BMW mo- Wetting of plastic surfaces torcycle dealer.) (max. 10 % by fuel ethanol, E10) Damage to the surfaces (surfaces...
  • Page 105 quantity that the fuel tank could WARNING hold if refilled after it had been run dry and the engine had cut Fuel is highly flammable out due to a lack of fuel. Risk of fire and explosion Do not smoke. Never bring Usable fuel capacity a naked flame near the fuel tank.
  • Page 106 Version 1 Make sure the ground is level Bring the radio-operated key and firm and place the motor- into range. with Keyless Ride cycle on its centre stand. Slowly pull tab 1 up. Requirement with Keyless Ride The telltale light for the radio- Within the waiting time operated key flashes while the Switching off ignition (...

  • Page 107: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    adhesive tape or soft cloths, for Reserve fuel NOTICE example, for this purpose. When refuelling after running on approx. 4 l reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re- Press down firmly on the filler serve, as otherwise the new level cap of the fuel tank.
  • Page 108 At the rear, secure the straps ATTENTION to the rear footrests on both sides and tighten the straps. Trapping of components Tighten all the straps uniformly; Component damage the motorcycle's suspension Do not trap components such should be compressed as as brake lines or cable legs.

  • Page 109: Engineering

    Engineering details General instructions ....108 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..108 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ......111 Riding mode .

  • Page 110: General Instructions

    ABS actively in- of friction, the longer the braking ABS has to reduce braking force tervening, the BMW Motorrad distance. to ensure that directional sta- Integral ABS adapts braking-force If the rider increases braking...
  • Page 111 Rear wheel lift ing force accordingly to achieve Within the limits imposed by optimum braking. Under very severe and sudden physics, the BMW Motorrad In- deceleration, however, under cer- tegral ABS ensures directional What feedback does the tain circumstances it is possible stability on any surface.
  • Page 112 ABS Pro Reserves for safety on a loose or slippery surface. The potentially shorter braking Until now, the BMW Motorrad If a fault message is issued on distances which BMW Motorrad ABS helped ensure a very high account of exceptional riding...

  • Page 113: Automatic Stability Control

    This slows the ations off-road or on the track. limit, the engine control inter- build-up of brake pressure to a The BMW Motorrad ASC can be venes and adapts the engine corresponding degree. Addition- deactivated in these cases.
  • Page 114 The following exceptional accordingly. is achieved. Under these riding conditions can lead to Do not take risks that would circumstances, BMW Motorrad an automatic shutdown of the negate the additional safety ASC should be deactivated. BMW Motorrad ASC: offered by this system.

  • Page 115: Riding Mode

    The adjustment of the Dynamic a corresponding loss of stability. In Enduro riding mode the ABS The BMW Motorrad ASC is un- ESA also depends on the riding is set to off-road mode with mode selected.
  • Page 116 In the DYNAMIC riding mode, with Dynamic ESA No drive torque on the rear ABS Pro is only available with wheel. Dynamic ESA good friction coefficients. As- No brake pressure in the brake In the RAIN, ROAD and sistance is less than in the system.

  • Page 117: Tyre Pressure Monitoring

    Tyre pressure ted to a vehicle equipped with an The tyre-pressure readings RDC control unit. shown by the multifunction monitoring (RDC) display are temperature- Tyre-pressure ranges with tyre pressure monitoring compensated; the reference tyre (RDC) The RDC control unit differenti- temperature for these readings ates between three tyre-pressure is always 20 °C.

  • Page 118: Shift Assistant

    closing the throttle in virtually all spring through a certain "over- ference between the RDC read- ing and the value in the table. load and rpm ranges. travel" at ordinary speed or rap- idly and keep the shift lever in Example: According to the this position until the gearshift is Advantages...
  • Page 119 Downshifting Downshifting is assisted until maximum rpm for the target gear to be selected is reached. This prevents overreving. Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Upshifting Upshifting is assisted until idle rpm for the target gear to be selected is reached. This prevents the engine from dropping below idle speed.

  • Page 121: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....120 Fuses ......149 Standard toolkit .

  • Page 122: General Instructions

    Screwdriver handle Further information on mainten- Use with screwdriver in- ance and repair work is available sert. from your BMW Motorrad author- Top up the engine oil ised dealer in the form of a DVD. 123). Reversible screwdriver Some of the work requires spe-...

  • Page 123: Front-Wheel Stand

    BMW Motorrad dealer. Front-wheel stand Install the front-wheel stand ATTENTION Use of the BMW Motorrad Align the two adapters 2 so front wheel stand without ac- that the front forks are securely companying use of centre seated. stand or auxiliary stand Remove screws 1.

  • Page 124: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Check engine oil level ATTENTION Misinterpretation of oil level reading, because oil level is temperature-dependent (the higher the temperature, the higher the oil level) Check the oil level in oil-level ATTENTION Engine damage indicator 1. Check the oil level only Centre stand retracts if mo- after a lengthy ride or when torcycle is lifted too high...

  • Page 125: Brake System

    0.95 l (Difference preferably an authorised between MIN and MAX) BMW Motorrad dealer. Wipe the area around the oil Check engine oil level ( 122). filler neck clean. Top up the engine oil...
  • Page 126 Have the brakes checked by a front suspension toward brake without backing plate. The specialist workshop, preferably pads 1. wear indicators (grooves) must an authorised BMW Motorrad be clearly visible.) dealer. If the wear indicating marks are Checking front brake pad no longer clearly visible:...
  • Page 127 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, by a specialist workshop, ward brake pads 1. without backing plate.) preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If the wear limit has been reached: Check the rear brake pad thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.

  • Page 128: Front Brakes

    Wear of the brake pads causes brake fluid reservoir quickly as possible by a spe- the brake fluid level in the reser- cialist workshop, preferably Considerably reduced braking voir to sink. an authorised BMW Motorrad power due to air in the brake dealer. system...
  • Page 129 MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal, motorcycle upright) If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 130: Clutch

    The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible: Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad CAUTION Remove screws 1. dealer. Hot engine Coolant Risk of burn injury...

  • Page 131: Tyres

    Pull the side panel at posi- tions 3 and 4 to disengage it from the holders. Seat the side panel in Install screws 1. mounts 1. Tyres Checking tyre pressure Open cap 1 of the coolant ex- pansion tank and top up the WARNING coolant to the specified level.

  • Page 132: Rims And Tyres

    Check tyre pressures against sary, preferably by an author- to the level of the marks. The the data below. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. locations of the marks are indic- Tyre pressure, front Checking tyre tread depth ated on the edge of the tyre, e.g.

  • Page 133: Wheels

    Detailed information is the motorcycle's control sys- an authorised BMW Motorrad available from your authorised tems and consequently cannot dealer. BMW Motorrad dealer or in the be changed. internet at: Wheels If you decide that you would like bmw-motorrad.com to fit non-standard wheels to...

  • Page 134: Removing Front Wheel

    Be sure to explain to the spe- Unwanted inward movement cialist workshop or authorised of the brake pads BMW Motorrad dealer that the Component damage on attempt wheel is fitted with an RDC to install the brake caliper or be-...
  • Page 135 Lift the front of the motorcycle forced apart until the front wheel is clear of the ground, preferably using Do not operate the brakes with a brake caliper not correctly a BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. secured. Install the front-wheel stand Remove securing screws 4 121).

  • Page 136: Installing Front Wheel

    Withdraw quick-release axle 1, Remove spacer bush 1 from specialist workshop, preferably support the front wheel when the wheel hub. an authorised BMW Motorrad doing this. dealer. Installing front wheel Set down front wheel and roll forwards out of the front WARNING suspension.
  • Page 137 Install the front-wheel stand Clamping screw for ATTENTION 121). quick-release axle in Front wheel installed wrong telescopic fork way round 19 Nm Risk of accident Note direction-of-rotation ar- rows on tyre or rim. Roll the front wheel into posi- tion between the front forks. Install screw 1 and tighten to specified torque.

  • Page 138: Removing Rear Wheel

    Removing rear wheel Position left and right brake Risk of accident due to delayed calipers on the brake discs. braking effect. Make sure the ground is level Before driving, check that the and firm and place the motor- brakes respond without delay. cycle on its centre stand.
  • Page 139 Remove studs 1 from the rear Install wheel studs 1 and specialist workshop, preferably wheel, while supporting the tighten to specified torque. an authorised BMW Motorrad wheel. dealer. Rear wheel to wheel Roll the rear wheel out toward Seat the rear wheel on the flange the rear.

  • Page 140: Air Filter

    Air filter Replacing air-filter element Remove screws 1. Clean or, as necessary, replace air filter element 2. Remove the air filter cover. Insert air filter element 2 and frame 1. Remove front seat ( 77). Remove screws 1 and screws 2. Remove the centre trim panel.

  • Page 141: Light Source

    Light source Replacing bulbs for low- beam and high-beam headlight without LED headlights NOTICE The positions of the plug, the Place centre trim panel in po- Remove cover 1 by turning it spring wire retainer and the sition, paying attention to the counter-clockwise to replace bulb might not be as illustrated connections 1 to the side pan-...
  • Page 142 the bulb for the high-beam Replace the defective bulb. headlight. Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W with LED headlights Bulb for high-beam Insert bulb 2, making sure that headlight tab 3 is correctly positioned. H7 / 12 V / 55 W NOTICE Disconnect plug 1.
  • Page 143 Connect plug 1. Remove cover 1 by turning it Remove bulb 1 from the counter-clockwise. socket. Place cover in position and fit by turning clockwise. Replace the defective bulb. Replacing bulb for parking Bulb for parking light light without LED headlights W5W / 12 V / 5 W Make sure the ground is level with LED headlights...
  • Page 144 Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators without LED turn indicators Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Switch off the ignition. Insert bulb 1 into the socket. Pull the glass out of the light housing at the threaded- fastener side.
  • Page 145 Consult a specialist workshop, Use a clean, dry cloth to hold preferably an authorised the bulb in order to keep the BMW Motorrad dealer. glass free of foreign matter. Replacing LED turn indicators with LED turn indicators...

  • Page 146: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting shop, preferably an authorised ATTENTION BMW Motorrad dealer. ATTENTION Jump-start with a voltage in Replacing LED headlight excess of 12 V Excessive current flowing with LED headlights Damage to the on-board elec- when the motorcycle is LED headlights can be re-...

  • Page 147: Battery

    Battery gine does not start, wait a few minutes before repeating the Maintenance instructions attempt in order to protect the Correct upkeep, recharging and starter motor and the donor storage will prolong the life of battery. the battery and are essential if Allow both engines to idle for a warranty claims are to be con- few minutes before disconnect-...
  • Page 148 Use suitable BMW chargers. NOTICE The suitable charger is available from your authorised ATTENTION BMW Motorrad has developed a BMW Motorrad dealer. float charger specially designed Charging a fully discharged for compatibility with the elec- Charge via the charging socket, battery using the socket or tronics of your motorcycle.
  • Page 149 socket is switched off when this charger's terminal clips from Each battery cover slightly for- happens. the battery terminals. ward at the top at positions 2. In order not to damage the bat- Comply with the operating in- NOTICE tery cover or the mount, work structions of the charger.
  • Page 150 Pull retaining plate in position 1 Disconnect battery negative Secure battery positive lead 1. outwards and remove in an lead 1 and remove the battery. Push battery into the mounting. upward direction. Installing battery Slightly lift battery and remove from the mounting to such an NOTICE extent that the battery positive terminal becomes accessible.

  • Page 151: Fuses

    Fuses Replacing fuses Secure battery negative lead 1. Install screw 1. Secure the battery with rubber Setting the clock ( 60). strap 2. Setting the date ( 61). Switch off the ignition. Remove front seat ( 77). Disconnect plug 1. ATTENTION Jumpering of blown fuses Risk of short-circuit and fire...
  • Page 152 NOTICE If fuse defects recur frequently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 10 A Install plug 1. Instrument panel 50 A Installing front seat ( 79). Anti-theft alarm (DWA)

  • Page 153: Diagnostic Connector

    Only have the diagnostic con- nector loosened by a specialist workshop or other authorised persons during your next BMW Service appointment. Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff. Refer to the vehicle manufac- turer specifications. Removing battery cover...
  • Page 154 Seat the bracket 4 on the mounting 1. Make sure the hook 5 has en- gaged. Fitting battery cover ( 149).

  • Page 155: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....154 Power sockets ..... 154 Cases .

  • Page 156: General Instructions

    Automatic shutdown Use only parts and accessor- accessories The sockets will be automat- ies approved by BMW for your ically switched off during the vehicle. start procedure. BMW has conducted extens- ive testing of the parts and ac-...

  • Page 157: Cases

    Cases The power supply to the sock- ets is switched off no more Opening cases than 15 minutes after the igni- with cases tion is switched off, in order to prevent overloading of the on- board electrics. Low-wattage electrical accessories might not be recognised by the vehicle’s electronics.
  • Page 158 Removing cases The lid engages with an aud- ible click. with cases Engage pivot lever 1 at the top limit position to set the case to minimum volume. Turn key 1 clockwise. Engage pivot lever 1 at the ATTENTION Keep the yellow latch 2 held bottom limit position to set the and fold out the carry handle 3.
  • Page 159 Pull red release lever 1 up. Pull red release lever 1 up. Press latching flap 1 down until resistance is felt. Latching flap 2 pops up. Latching flap 2 pops up. Then simultaneously press Fully open the latching flap. Fully open the latching flap. down latching flap and red re- Take a firm grip of the handle lease lever 2.

  • Page 160: Topcase

    Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of ATTENTION vehicle and cases on the label. The values for the combination...
  • Page 161 Push yellow button 1 forward Engage pivot lever 1 at the ATTENTION and at the same time open the front limit position to set the lid of the topcase. case to maximum volume. Closure of carrying handle Engage pivot lever 1 at the with case lock latched Adjusting topcase volume rear limit position to set the...
  • Page 162 Removing the topcase with topcase Pull red lever 1 back as far as it Pull red lever 1 back as far as it will go. will go. Latching flap 2 pops up. Latching flap 2 pops up. Turn key 1 clockwise. Fully open the latching flap.
  • Page 163 Engage the topcase in front Press latching flap 1 forward ATTENTION holders 1 of the topcase carrier until resistance is felt. plate. Next simultaneously press Closure of carrying handle Press the topcase onto the down latching flap and red re- with case lock latched topcase carrier plate at the lease lever 2.
  • Page 164 The topcase must not wobble Contact your authorised and must be secured free from Hook the topcase into the BMW Motorrad dealer if you play. luggage carrier 1. Make sure cannot find your combination of that the hooks 2 fit securely vehicle and topcase on the label.
  • Page 165 Opening topcase Lever 2 pops up. Pull the release lever all the topcase 2 large, 49 l way up. The lid of the topcase opens. Closing topcase topcase 2 large, 49 l Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1 and remove the key from the lock.

  • Page 166: Navigation System

    Removing the topcase NOTICE topcase 2 large, 49 l The topcase can also be locked by turning the lock to the LOCK position. In this case, ensure that the vehicle key is not left in the topcase. Pull handle 1 up as far as it will Lift the topcase at the rear and Turn the key in the topcase remove it from the luggage...
  • Page 167 BMW Motorrad Navigator IV and Removing navigation The Mount Cradle is released the BMW Motorrad Navigator V. and cover 4 can be pivoted device and installing forward and removed. cover NOTICE ATTENTION The latching system of the Mount Cradle is not designed to Dust and dirt on the protect against theft.
  • Page 168 BMW Motorrad communication Short operation to the left and system is supported. A software Insert cover 1 at bottom and right. update of the BMW Motorrad pivot it up. Extended operation to the left communication system may The cover engages with an and right.
  • Page 169 In the BMW special menu, the Long-push to the left to Mute: Switch automatic navig- menu items are selected by turn- activate this function. ation announcements off or on ing the Multi-Controller. (off: a crossed-out lips symbol appears in the top line of the...
  • Page 170 Bluetooth device supporting the A2DP standard, Special functions Warning and status messages for example a BMW Motorrad Integration of the BMW Motorrad from the motorcycle are indicated communication system. Navigator has produced a num-...
  • Page 171 PIN to be entered is issued. instrument cluster. Screen brightness Security settings Screen brightness is adjusted The BMW Motorrad Navigator V by the motorcycle while the unit can be secured against unau- is cradled. No manual input is thorised use with a four-digit PIN necessary.

  • Page 173: Care

    Care Care products ..... 172 Washing the vehicle ....172 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 174: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends Apply the brakes in good time that you use BMW insect re- that you use the cleaning to allow the friction and heat to and care products you can mover to soften and wash off...

  • Page 175: Cleaning Easily Damaged

    BMW rubber-care Do not use insect-remover products. Chrome pads or cleaning pads with hard, scouring surfaces. Use plenty of water and BMW ATTENTION shampoo to clean chrome, par- Body panels Application of silicone sprays ticularly if it has been exposed to...

  • Page 176: Paint Care

    Paint care BMW Motorrad recommends us- Coat bright metal and chrome- ing BMW tar remover for remov- plated parts with an acid-free Washing the vehicle regularly ing specks of tar. Remember to grease (e.g. Vaseline). will help counteract the long- wax the parts treated in this way.

  • Page 177: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 176 Weights ......190 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 178: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart The engine does not start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 102). Battery flat Charge battery when connected ( 146).

  • Page 179: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in telescopic forks M12 x 20 30 Nm Clamping screw for quick-re- lease axle in telescopic fork M8 x 35 19 Nm Brake caliper on telescopic fork M10 x 65 38 Nm Wheel-speed sensor to fork leg M6 x 16 8 Nm...
  • Page 180 Mirrors Value Valid Mirror (locknut) to adapter M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 22 Nm Adapter to clamping block M10 x 14 - 4.8 25 Nm Handlebars Value Valid Clamping block (handlebar clamp) on fork bridge M8 x 35 Tighten in riding direction at the front of the block 19 Nm...

  • Page 181: Fuel

    If e.g. the engine is to be op- erated in countries with low fuel grades at 91 re- search octane number, then the motorcycle must first be programmed appropriately at your author- ised BMW motorcycle dealer.) (max. 10 % eth- anol, E10) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx.

  • Page 182: Engine Oil

    SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.95 l, Difference between MIN and MAX...

  • Page 183: Clutch

    Nominal output 92 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min with power reduction 79 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min Torque 125 Nm, at engine speed: 6500 min with power reduction 122 Nm, at engine speed: 5250 min Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Idle speed 1150 min...

  • Page 184: Final Drive

    0.848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear 1.061 (35:33 teeth), Transmission output ratio Final drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2.91 (32/11 teeth)

  • Page 185: Frame

    Frame, front right, on steering head Chassis and suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, with anti-dive top fork bridge, leading link pivot-mounted on engine and tele- scopic forks, central spring strut supported by leading link and frame...

  • Page 186: Brakes

    Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESA Central spring strut with coil spring and reservoir, electrically adjustable rebound-.stage...

  • Page 187: Wheels And Tyres

    1 mm, between frame and footbrake lever Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply an up-to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations, or you can check the in- formation posted on the bmw-motorrad.com web- site.
  • Page 188 Front wheel Front wheel type Aluminium cast wheel with cross-spoked wheels Cross-spoked wheel Front wheel rim size 3.0"x19" Tyre designation, front 120/70 - 19 Load index, front tyre min. 52 Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel with cross-spoked wheels Cross-spoked wheel...

  • Page 189: Electrical System

    Electrical system Electrical rating of on-board sockets max 5 A, total for all sockets Fuse carrier 1 10 A, Slot 1: Instrument cluster, anti-theft alarm (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic socket 7.5 A, Slot 2: Left multifunction switch, tyre pres- sure monitoring (RDC) Fuse holder 50 A, Fuse 1: Voltage regulator Battery...

  • Page 190: Anti-Theft Alarm

    Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W with LED headlights Bulb for tail light/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W with LED turn indicators Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W with LED turn indicators Anti-theft alarm...

  • Page 191: Dimensions

    Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2205 mm, over spray guard Height of motorcycle 1430...1490 mm, over windscreen, at DIN unladen weight with lowered suspension 1405...1465 mm, to top of windscreen when lowered, at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 955 mm, with mirrors Front-seat height 850...870 mm, without rider at unladen weight with front seat, low...

  • Page 192: Weights

    Weights Vehicle kerb weight 244 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross weight 460 kg Maximum payload 216 kg Riding specifications Starting capability on uphill gradients (at permiss- 20 % ible gross weight) Top speed >200 km/h...

  • Page 193: Service

    Maintenance work ....192 BMW Service ..... . 193 Maintenance schedule .

  • Page 194: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad has an extensive dealer. network of dealerships in place As owner of a new BMW to look after you and your mo- motorcycle, in circumstances In order to help ensure that your torcycle in more than 100 coun-...

  • Page 195: Bmw Service

    1000 km in advance when the time for a BMW Service service is approaching, on the The BMW Service is carried out basis of the programmed values. once a year; the extent of ser- vicing can vary, depending on...

  • Page 197: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule for the first time after one year, then every two years BMW Running-in check BMW Service standard scope Engine-oil change, with filter Oil change in bevel gears Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Replace air filter element...

  • Page 198: Confirmation Of Maintenance

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope The activities in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of main- tenance work for your vehicle may differ. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
  • Page 199 BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 200 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 201 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 202 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 203 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 204 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 205 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 206 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 207 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 208 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 209 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 210 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 211 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Next service Checking valve clearance at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, if reached beforehand...

  • Page 212: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Item Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 213 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 215: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for electronic immobil- iser ....... . 214 Certificate for Keyless Ride ..216 Certificate for tyre pressure monitoring (tyre pressure control, RDC) .

  • Page 216: Immobiliser

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 217 Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été la FCC annulaire. approuvée expressément Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa- conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut présente dans le des règles de la FCC.

  • Page 218: Less Ride

    USA, Canada Any changes or modifications not expressly Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device approved by the party responsible for FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 compliance could void the user’s authority to IC: 4008C-HUF5750...
  • Page 219 Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards: 1.

  • Page 220: Control, Rdc)

    Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils RSS standard(s).

  • Page 221: Index

    Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Control, 15 Checking front, 124 operate, 65 Checking rear, 125 Control, 15 Reading, 37 Running in, 96 Engineering details, 108 Self-diagnosis, 95 Brakes operate, 64 ABS Pro in detail, 110 Average values Self-diagnosis, 94 reset, 59 ABS Pro depending on riding Status indicators, 36...
  • Page 222 Coolant Emergency off switch (kill Frame Checking fill level, 128 switch), 17 Technical data, 183 Topping up, 128 Operation, 52 Front-wheel stand Warning for overtemperat- Emissions warning light, 32 Installing, 121 ure, 31 Engine Fuel Cruise-control system Indicator light for engine control Oil filler opening, 11 operate, 72 unit, 39...
  • Page 223 Underneath the seat, 14 Immobiliser Lighting Emergency key, 50 Warning symbols, 24 High-beam headlight, 139 Reserve key, 47 LED headlight, replacing, 144 Warning, 30 Handlebars Low-beam headlight, 139 Instrument panel Adjusting, 85 Replacing LED auxiliary Ambient-light brightness Hazard warning flashers headlights, 144 sensor, 18 Control, 15, 17...
  • Page 224 Parking lights, 53 Multifunction display, 18 Control, 15 Side light, 53 Adhesive label for rim, 132 operate, 57 Lowered suspension Engineering details, 115 Overview, 22 Restrictions, 90 Warnings, 33 Select display, 57 Luggage Rear-wheel drive Instructions for loading, 90 Multifunction switch Technical data, 182 General view, left side , 15 Refuelling, 102...
  • Page 225 Starting, 93 Weights, 190 Safety instructions Control, 17 Wheels and tyres, 185 for brakes, 98 Steering lock Telltale lights, 18 for riding, 90 Locking, 46 Overview, 20 Seat Threaded fasteners, 177 Position of the height Toolkit adjustment, 14 Technical data Position on the vehicle, 14 Anti-theft alarm, 188 Seats...
  • Page 226 Tyres Coolant temperature, 31 Windscreen Adjusting, 83 Checking inflation Engine control unit, 39 Adjusting element, 13 pressure, 129 Engine electronics, 31 Checking tread depth, 130 Engine oil level, 39 Pressures, 186 Fuel reserve, 38 Recommendation, 131 Gear not trained, 38 Running in, 96 Immobiliser, 30 Table of tyre pressures, 14...
  • Page 228 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2016 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 229 If e.g. the engine is to be operated in countries with low fuel grades at 91 research octane number, then the motorcycle must first be programmed appropriately at your authorised BMW motorcycle dealer.) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 91 ROZ/RON...

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