Page 1 Rider's Manual (US Model) K 1300 S BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine...
Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Vehicle Identification Number Ms./Mr. Color number Phone number First registration Registration number Retailer's address/phone number (compa- ny stamp)
Page 3 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2008 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
Page 4 Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Single rider, with cold tire 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Driver with pas- senger and/or load, with cold tire BMW recommends *01417714427* Order No.: 01 41 7 714 427 09.2008, 1st Edition *01417714427* *01417714427*...
Page 5 We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from We wish you many miles of safe BMW and welcome you to the and enjoyable riding community of BMW riders. Familiarize yourself with your new BMW Motorrad.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Currentness of this manu- Warning indicators of on- BMW Motorrad Integral al ......7 board computer .
Page 7 Lamps..... 118 BMW Motorrad ASC ..86 Running gear ....142 Jump-starting .
Page 8 Reporting safety defects ....152 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 153 BMW Motorrad Service Quality ....153...
Page 9: General Instructions
General instructions General instructions Overview ......6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment .
Page 10: Overview
Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manu- motorcycle as well as mainte- sembled complete with al will provide you with an initial nance and adjustment proce- all the BMW optional ex- overview of your motorcycle. All dures. tras originally ordered. maintenance and repair work car-...
Page 11: Equipment
Ver- items of custom equipment. This sions for individual countries may Rider's Manual describes option- differ. al extras (OE) offered by BMW Currentness of this and selected optional accessories (OA). This explains why the man- manual ual may also contain descriptions...
Page 13: Overviews
Overviews Overviews General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Left handlebar fitting .
Page 15: General View, Left Side
General view, left side Clutch fluid reservoir 106) Headlight range adjust- ment (below instrument cluster) ( Seat lock (below tail light) Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Adjustment of rear damp- ing ( Onboard socket (...
Page 17: General View, Right Side
General view, right side Engine oil level indicator 101) Fuel filler opening ( Battery compartment 127) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 102) Vehicle identification num- ber (on the upper front wheel control) Type plate (on rear cross tube) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 105)
Page 18: Left Handlebar Fitting
Left handlebar fitting High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Operating odometer with onboard comput- Operating onboard com- puter ( Hazard warning flashers Operating turn indicators Horn with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA Operating ESA ( ABS operation ( with automatic Stability Control Operating the ASC...
Page 19: Handlebar Fitting, Right
Handlebar fitting, right with heated handlebar grips Heated hand grips ( Starter button ( Emergency ON/OFF switch (...
Page 20: Underneath Seat
Underneath seat Luggage loops Rider's Manual (US Model) Tire inflation pressure table Payload table Helmet holder ( Toolkit ( 100) Engine oil fill location 102)
Page 21: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Tachometer Speedometer Indicator lights ( Multifunction display Ambient brightness sensor (for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting) with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm indicator light (see anti-theft alarm operating instructions) Operating odometer Operating clock ( The instrument-cluster lighting has automatic day and night switchover.
Page 22: Headlight
Headlight High-beam headlight Low-beam headlight Parking lights...
Page 23: You Can Also Use The Index At The 3 Status Indicators
Status indicators Status indicators Standard displays ....20 Displays with onboard computer ..21 Displays with Tire Pressure Control RDC .
Page 24: End Of This Rider's Manual To Find Standard Displays
Standard displays Indicator lights Gear indicator The gear engaged or Multifunction display for neutral appears on the display. If no gear is engaged, the 'neutral' indicator light also lights up. Coolant temperature The lateral bars under the temperature symbol show Turn indicators, left the coolant temperature level.
Page 25: Puter
If the motorcycle is driven long Consult a certified workshop, Displays with Tire distances annually, it is possible preferably an authorized BMW that earlier service is required. If Pressure Control RDC Motorrad retailer, for setting of the odometer reading for the ear- the date.
Page 26: Grips
Standard warning indicators Display Display of tire inflation Display of heating levels pressures ( The tire inflation pressures are shown temperature- Warnings are indicated by the compensated (see the chapter 'General' warning light 1 show- "Technology in Detail"). ing in combination with a warning word, for example 2 or with one Displays with heated of the warning symbols 3.
Page 27 The possible warnings are listed on the next page.
Page 28 Overview of warning indicators Indicator lights Displays Meaning Lights up yellow EWS ! Electronic immobilizer is active ( Is indicated FUEL ! Lights up yellow Is indicat- Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up red Temperature dis- Coolant temperature too high ( play flashes Lights up yellow Is indicated...
Page 29 Indicator lights Displays Meaning LAMPS ! Lights up yellow Is indi- Bulbs defective ( cated...
Page 30 Coolant temperature too placed, preferably by an autho- possible by a specialized work- high rized BMW Motorrad retailer. shop, preferably an authorized General warning light shows BMW Motorrad retailer. Fuel down to reserve red.
Page 31 Possible cause: Engine symbol appears on cialized workshop, preferably the display. an authorized BMW Motorrad The engine oil level is too low. retailer. Checking engine oil level The engine is in the emer- 101). gency operating mode. On- Engine oil pressure...
Page 32 Please contact a spe- Replacing rear turn indicator as soon as possible by a spe- cialized workshop, preferably bulbs ( 123). cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad an authorized BMW Motorrad Bulbs defective retailer. retailer. General warning light shows Front bulb defective yellow.
Page 33: Board Computer
A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible. Possible cause: Warnings of the onboard com- A combination of several bulb puter are shown in area 1.
Page 34 Overview of warning indicators Indicator lights Displays Meaning Is indicated Engine oil level too low ( Check Oil indicated Is indicated Ice warning (...
Page 35: Abs Warning Indicators
Possible country-dependent the oil level indicator, the oil level versions. sensor may be defective. Additional information on the Contact a specialized work- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is shop, preferably an authorized provided from page ( 84); an BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 36 overview of the possible warnings is provided on the following page.
Page 37 Overview of warning indicators Indicator lights Displays Meaning Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed Lights up ABS deactivated ( Lights up ABS error (...
Page 38: Asc Warning Indicators
ASC symbol 2 in conjunction retailer. ABS warning light lights up. with the general warning light 1. Additional information on the BMW Motorrad ASC is provided Possible cause: from page ( 86); an overview The ABS system has been deac- of the possible warnings is pro- tivated by the driver.
Page 39 Overview of warning indicators Indicator lights Displays Meaning Flashes rapidly in Is indicated ASC intervention ( yellow Flashes slowly Self-diagnosis not completed ( Is indicated ASC deactivated ( Lights up yellow Is indicated ASC error (...
Page 40: Rdc Warning Indicators
As a result, the driver is provided Possible cause: cialized workshop, preferably with optical feedback on the reg- The ASC system has been deac- an authorized BMW Motorrad ulation carried out even after the tivated by the driver. retailer. critical driving situation.
Page 41 Additional information on the The displayed tire inflation pres- BMW Motorrad TPC/RDC is sures refer to a tire temperature provided from page ( 87); an of 68 °F (20 °C) ( 88). overview of the possible warnings is provided on the following page.
Page 42 Overview of warning indicators Indicator lights Displays Meaning Lights up yellow Tire inflation pressure in limit area of permissible tolerance ( The critical tire inflation pressure flashes Flashes red Tire inflation pressure outside permissi- ble tolerance ( The critical tire inflation pressure flashes -- --...
Page 43 Possible cause: Possible cause: preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The measured tire inflation pres- The measured tire inflation pres- If you are unsure about the driv- sure is in the limit area of the...
Page 44 BMW Motorrad has been exceeded for the first Have fault eliminated by a spe- retailer. time ( 87). cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Watch RDC display at higher Possible cause: retailer. speed. A permanent fault has A system fault has occurred.
Page 45: Cators
Contact a specialized work- The possible warnings are listed shop, preferably an authorized on the next page. BMW Motorrad retailer. Anti-theft alarm warning indicators Display with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm warning are shown as warnings 2 in conjunction with the general...
Page 46 Overview of warning indicators Indicator lights Displays Meaning DWALO ! Is indi- Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( cated DWA ! Lights up yellow Is indicated Anti-theft alarm battery drained (...
Page 47 The Contact a specialized work- operation of the anti-theft alarm shop, preferably an authorized is only ensured for a limited time BMW Motorrad retailer. with the motorcycle battery dis- connected. Contact a specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 49: Operation
Luggage loops ..... . 68 Emergency ON/OFF switch ..57 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ..58 Automatic Stability Control ASC ..59 Heated hand grips .
Page 50: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock
ABS self-diagnosis is a limited period of time. Please contact a specialized performed. ( workshop for this purpose, Battery can be recharged via preferably an authorized BMW with automatic Stability Con- onboard socket. trol Motorrad retailer. ASC self-diagnosis is per-...
Page 51: Electronic Immobilizer
The ignition is not enabled for The electronic immobilizer helps side stand, the surface starting until the key has been protect your BMW motorcycle of the ground will determine recognized as "authorized" for from theft, and this enhanced whether it is better to turn the your motorcycle.
Page 52: Clock
Tire Pressure Control Replacement and spare keys (TPC/RDC) are only available through an au- without heated handlebar thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. grips The keys are part of an integrat- ed security system, so the retail- er is under an obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys.
Page 53: Odometer And Tripmeters
Odometer and with onboard computer tripmeters with Tire Pressure Control Selecting readings (TPC/RDC) Switch on the ignition. with heated handlebar grips Hold down button. Hours 3 flash. Press button. Hours increase by one each time button is pressed. Hold down button. Press button 1.
Page 54 without onboard computer without Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC) without heated handlebar grips Each time the button is pressed, Hold down button 1. the display shows values start- Tripmeter is reset. ing with the current value in the following order: Total distance covered Press button 2 as an Trip I Tripmeter 1 (...
Page 55: Onboard Computer
(TPC/RDC) The determined residual without heated handlebar range is an approximate grips reading. BMW Motorrad there- fore recommends that you do not try to use the full remaining range before refueling. Onboard computer with onboard computer The operating range indicates...
Page 56 Ambient temperature Average speed Each time the button is pressed, the display shows values start- When the motorcycle is stopped, The average speed 1 is cal- ing with the current value in the the engine heat can falsify the culated based on the elapsed following order: measurement of the ambient time since the last reset.
Page 57 set by the corresponding amount Range of fuel used. Resetting average consumption Switch on the ignition. Select average speed. Hold down button 1. Average speed is reset. The functional description of the operating range ( 51) also Average consumption applies to the range 1. Howev- er, the range can also be dis- played before the fuel reserve is reached.
Page 58: Tire Pressure Control Rdc
Oil level indicator display, the oil level sensor may The readings mean: be defective. In this case, please : Oil level correct. contact your authorized BMW CHECK : Check oil level during Motorrad retailer. next refueling stop. Tire Pressure Control...
Page 59: Lights
Low-beam headlight the front wheel, and the right- hand value the inflation pressure The low-beam headlight switches of the rear wheel. The displayed on automatically when you start tire inflation pressures refer to a the engine. tire temperature of 68 °F (20 °C). With the engine switched Immediately after switching on off, you can switch on the...
Page 60: Turn Indicators
turn indicator button 1 toward Move high-beam headlight Indicator light for left-hand turn left. switch 1 into initial position. indicator flashes. High-beam headlight is Parking light switches on. Press turn indicator button to- switched off. ward right. Switching off parking Pull high-beam headlight Right-hand turn indicator is lights...
Page 61: Emergency On/Off Switch
Emergency ON/OFF Hazard warning flashers contin- ue to operate. switch Indicator lights for left and right turn indicator are off. Switching off hazard warning flashers Press button 1 for hazard warning flashers. If a turn indicator button is Emergency ON/OFF pressed with the ignition switch switched on, the flashing function...
Page 62: Bmw Motorrad Integral Abs
Engine switched off Press and hold button 1 until ABS warning light changes its Operating position display behavior. ABS warning light lights up. BMW Motorrad Integral with automatic Stability Con- Switching off ABS trol function First the ASC symbol changes...
Page 63: Automatic Stability Control Asc
Activating ASC function Release ABS button within two seconds. ABS warning light remains off or continues to flash. ABS function is switched on. As an alternative, the ignition can also be switched off and then on again. If the ABS light continues Press and hold ASC button 1.
Page 64: Heated Hand Grips
If the ASC warning light to the first level. The heated lights up after switching hand grips option can only be the ignition off and on and then activated when the engine is continued driving over 5 mph running. (10 km/h), an ASC error has Press button 1 repeatedly until occurred.
Page 65: Clutch
Clutch The adjusting screw can be Only adjust the brake lever when turned more easily if you the motorcycle is stationary. Adjusting clutch lever press the clutch lever forward If the position of the clutch when doing so. fluid reservoir is changed, Distance between handlebar air can enter the clutch system.
Page 66: Mirrors
Mirrors preload accordingly when the Adjusting the spring preload motorcycle is lightly loaded. while the motorcycle is be- Adjusting mirrors ing ridden can lead to accidents. Adjusting spring preload Adjust the spring preload for rear wheel only when the motorcycle is Make sure ground is level and stationary.
Page 67: Damping
Damping To decrease damping, turn ad- justing screw 1 in arrow direc- Setting tion S. The damping must be adjusted Basic setting of rear to the road conditions and the wheel rear-wheel damp- spring preload. A rough road surface requires softer damping than a smooth without Electronic Suspen- road surface.
Page 68 Settings The odometer display is hidden The driving mode can be for the duration of the ESA dis- set while driving. Using the electronic suspension play. adjustment ESA you can conve- niently adjust your motorcycle to Calling up settings its loading and the ground. To Switch on the ignition.
Page 69: Tires
adjustment is completed, the One-up tendency to open as a result of display is automatically hidden centrifugal force. again. In order to avoid a sudden loss of One-up with luggage tire inflation pressure, fit a valve Setting loading state cap with rubber sealing ring to Start engine.
Page 70: Headlight
If you are unsure whether be corrected by adjusting the the relevant conditions by a spe- the basic headlight setting swivel lever. cialized workshop, preferably an is correct, consult a specialized authorized BMW Motorrad retail- workshop, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 71: Seat
If seat is laid on a rough surface, seat edges can be damaged. Lay the seat on the reference side on a smooth, clean surface, e.g. on the tank. Let go of the key and pull the seat from the retaining bracket towards the rear.
Page 72: Helmet Holder
Make sure that the motorcycle is Hook chin strap into helmet steady on its stand. holder 1 on left or right. Installing seat ( 67). Push the seat forward into the holders 1, then press down Luggage loops firmly on the rear. Removing seat ( 67).
Page 73: Riding
Riding Riding Safety instructions ....70 Checklist ......71 Starting .
Page 74: Safety Instructions
Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Do not exceed the gross weight neys, and to every season of Do not run the engine in closed limit and observe the loading the year. Your authorized BMW rooms. information. Motorrad retailer will be happy to High voltage...
Page 75: Checklist
Catalytic converter Tampering with control Flammable materials (e.g. hay, leaves, grass, clothing unit of electronic engine- If misfiring causes unburned fuel and luggage, etc.) could ignite management system to enter the catalytic converter, if allowed to come into contact there is a danger of overheating Tampering with the engine with the hot exhaust pipe.
Page 76: Starting
Brakes and then engage a gear before Front and rear brake fluid levels retracting the side stand. Clutch Transmission Clutch fluid level You can start the engine when Shock absorber setting and the transmission is in neutral or if spring preload you pull the clutch with a gear Tread depth and tire inflation engaged.
Page 77 ABS warning light flashes. retailer. General warning light shows red. ABS self-diagnosis Possible country-specif- ic version of ABS warning CHECK! is indicated. The readiness for operation of light. the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is checked by the self-diagnosis. Self-diagnosis is performed au-...
Page 78: Running In
The ASC symbol is no longer The readiness for operation ing high-speed main roads and displayed. of the BMW Motorrad ASC is highways if possible. checked by the self-diagnosis. Self-diagnosis is performed automatically when you switch...
Page 79: Shifting Gear
(500 km). This initial reduction Shifting gear Exceeding the specified en- in braking efficiency can be gine speeds while running Gearshift assistant in will lead to increased engine compensated for by exerting with gearshift assistant wear. greater pressure on the levers. Your motorcycle is equipped with Adhere to the specified engine New brake pads can ex-...
Page 80: Brakes
The Descending mountain operation can result in major heavier you brake, the more passes load change reactions. , BMW the front wheel is loaded. The Motorrad recommends only greater the wheel load, the more There is a danger of the upshifting with clutch operation braking force can be transferred.
Page 81: Parking Your Motorcycle
Oil or grease on brakes Parking your and make use of the engine's braking effect as well. motorcycle Oil and grease on the brake disks and pads considerably Placing on side stand Wet brakes diminish braking efficiency. If the ground is soft or un- After washing the motor- Especially after repair and main- even, there is no guarantee...
Page 82 by the stand and dismount to Remove from side stand that the motorcycle will rest firm- the left. ly on the stand. Unlock steering lock. Always check that the ground If the motorcycle is on the From left, grip handlebars with under the stand is level and side stand, the surface both hands.
Page 83: Refueling
Check that the motorcycle is Fuel expands when ex- Open protective cap. standing firmly. posed to heat. When the tank is overfilled, fuel can escape Lock steering lock. and get onto the rear wheel. Pushing off center stand This results in a danger of falling. with center stand Do not fill the tank past the bot- tom edge of the filler neck.
Page 84: Transport
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 5 gal (Approx. 19 l) Reserve fuel quantity ~1.1 gal (~4 l) Press fuel tank cap down firmly Refuel with quality listed below The motorcycle can tip to close. at most until lower edge of filler away to the side and fall Remove key and close protec- neck is reached.
Page 85 Fasten straps at rear on both Components can be dam- sides on passenger footrests aged. and tension. Do not pinch components, e.g. Tension all straps evenly; mo- brake lines or wiring harnesses. torcycle should be compressed Place front strap over the as greatly as possible.
Page 87: Technology In
Technology in detail Technology in detail Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ......84 Engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC .
Page 88: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Integral Abs
The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS If the maximum transferrable tact to the road. At this point in adapts the braking force distribu-...
Page 89 How is the BMW Motorrad Under these circumstances the er conditions offroad or on the rear wheel can lift off the ground, racetrack. Integral ABS noticeable to and the outcome can be a high- the rider? Special situations siding situation in which the mo- If the ABS system must reduce torcycle can flip over.
Page 90: Bmw Motorrad Asc
BMW Motorrad ASC? you apply the brakes on a cor- function can be reactivated by ner, the motorcycle's weight and The BMW Motorrad ASC is an switching the ignition off and momentum take over and even assistance system for the driv- then on again.
Page 91: Tire Pressure Control
In this case, BMW Motorrad self-diagnosis. values to the control unit. recommends turning back the In the following unusual driving...
Page 92 Adjusting inflation til a speed of approx. 20 mph Inflation pressure within the (30 km/h) is reached. Before ini- permissible tolerance. pressure tial reception of the tire inflation Inflation pressure at the limits Compare the TPC/RDC value in pressure, is shown in the dis- of the permissible tolerance.
Page 93: Electronic Suspension Ad- Justment Esa Ii
Electronic Suspension spring. Accordingly, the spring The combination of spring rate is lower, the less the sleeve base, damping and spring rate Adjustment ESA II ensures the chassis geometry limits the expansion of the plastic with Electronic Suspension Ad- is always appropriate. element.
Page 95: Accessories
Accessories Accessories General instructions ....92 Onboard socket ..... 92 Luggage .
Page 96: General Instructions
Tests for your motorcycle that are ap- conducted by these instances proved by BMW for this purpose. cannot make provision for all op- Your authorized BMW Motorrad erating conditions experienced by...
Page 97: Luggage
starting, the onboard socket is limit and observe the loading Speed limit for driving switched off to take the load off information. with case the motorcycle electrical system. Adjust setting of spring }112 mph (}180 km/h) preload, damping characteristic Cable routing and tire inflation pressures to The cables from the onboard with tank rucksack...
Page 98: Case
Closing case Payload of tank bag }11 lbs (}5 kg) Speed limit for driving with tank bag }81 mph (}130 km/h) Pull gray release lever 1 Case (OPEN) upward. Press catches 1 of case lid into with case Lock straps 2 open. retainers 2.
Page 99 Removing case Turn lock strap buckles 1 of Close lock straps. lock straps outward. Press lock straps against case Turn lock barrel in direction Pull out the lock straps up- body. RELEASE. wards to their full extent. The case volume is adapted to The maximum volume has the contents.
Page 100: Flat Tire Kit
taneously pulling the case out- Secure hold ward. Then lift case out of lower mounting. Mounting case Remove screws 1 and side trim. If a case wobbles or is difficult to fit, it has to be adapted to the To protect the side panel gap between the upper and low- from scratches, lay it on the er mounting.
Page 101 Position flat tire kit using a rub- ber band as shown. Attach side trim and fit screws 1. Installing seat ( 67).
Page 103: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance General instructions ....100 Toolkit ......100 Engine oil .
Page 104: General Instructions
Small screwdriver with motorcycle on DVD, which you 3/8" Allen key, 22 mm Phillips blade can obtain from your authorized for removing quick-release BMW Motorrad retailer. axle on front wheel Onboard-toolkit service Flashlight Special tools and thorough spe- Socket wrench...
Page 105: Engine Oil
1. tank before the reading is taken. preferably an authorized BMW Here, the engine oil must be at Motorrad retailer. operating temperature. Checking the oil level with the engine cold...
Page 106: Brake System
Topping up engine oil Checking engine oil level workshop, preferably by an au- 101). thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Removing seat ( 67). Install cap of oil fill location 1 Wipe area around fill location Checking brake operation by turning clockwise.
Page 107 (grooves) must be clearly vis- front wheel control to brake ible.) calipers 1. If the wear indicating mark is no longer clearly visible: Have the brake pads replaced by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 108: Brake Fluid
(Only friction material with- ahead position. out carrier plate. Brake disk must not be visible through bore hole of inner brake pad.) If brake disk is visible: Have the brake pads replaced by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 109 BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking rear brake fluid level without center stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold motorcycle vertically. A low fluid level in the Front brake fluid level with center stand brake reservoir can allow air Make sure ground is level and to penetrate the brake system.
Page 110: Clutch
BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Clutch Checking clutch operation Pull the clutch lever. Pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If no clear pressure point can be A low fluid level in the felt: Rear brake fluid level brake reservoir can allow air Have the clutch checked to penetrate the brake system.
Page 111: Tires
If the tire tread ized workshop, preferably an has worn down to the level of authorized BMW Motorrad re- the marks, the tire is completely tailer. worn. The locations of the marks...
Page 112: Wheels
A change in these sizes Tire recommendation due to conversion to others than the wheels installed as standard For every size of tire, BMW equipment can seriously affect Motorrad has tested and the control comfort of these sys- approved certain makes as tems.
Page 113 TPC/ RDC sensor is not damaged. In- form the BMW Motorrad retailer or the specialized workshop of the TPC/RDC sensor. Removing front wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and park the motorcy- cle.
Page 114 4 back and forth against without center stand the brake disk 5. Place motorcycle on an auxil- Carefully pull brake calipers iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- back and out until clear of ommends BMW Motorrad rear brake disks. wheel stand.
Page 115 3 with ground. workshop, preferably an torque. The ABS sensor can be authorized BMW Motorrad damaged when rolling out Quick-release axle in retailer. the front wheel. threaded bush Watch the ABS sensor when...
Page 116 without center stand Remove rear wheel stand. Install securing screws 2 on left Clip in the two retaining clips 1 and right with specified torque. for the ABS sensor cable on the brake line. Front brake caliper on Insert ABS sensor into hole Remove adhesive tape from wheel carrier and install screw 1.
Page 117 Removing rear wheel Remove screw 4 on the rear footrest while supporting the without center stand end muffler. Place motorcycle on an auxil- iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- ommends BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand. Installing rear-wheel stand 117). with center stand...
Page 118 Always have the tightening When using the BMW Motor- torques checked by a specialized Engage first gear. rad rear wheel stand: remove workshop, preferably an the lock washer.
Page 119 Fit five screws 1 and tight- Tighten screw 4 on the rear Align end muffler in such a way en diagonally with specified footrest with the appropriate that the grip of the plug-se- torque. torque. lectable screwdriver (toolkit) fits between the tires and end Tighten rear wheel on Muffler on passenger muffler.
Page 120: Front Wheel Stand
Place the motorcycle on the cen- ter stand or an auxiliary stand before lifting it with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand. Loosen adjusting screws 1. Use basic stand with tool num-...
Page 121: Rear-Wheel Stand
(0 402 245) with rear axle adapter (0 402 250). The sensor ring of the If the motorcycle is resting BMW Motorrad Integral on the center stand: The ABS can be damaged. motorcycle is raised too far at the...
Page 122: Lamps
Push rear wheel stand from left Position motorcycle vertically To ensure a secure position, into rear axle. while simultaneously pressing install lever 4 on the short side Mount lock washer 2 from right the grip of the stand back so of the stand.
Page 123 Replacing low-beam and Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a high-beam bulbs complete set of spare bulbs if The alignment of the con- possible. nector may differ from the The bulb is pressurized and illustration depending on the bulb can cause injury if dam- to be replaced.
Page 124 Replace defective bulb. Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Install spring straps 4 in locks. Install covers 1 for high-beam bulbs and/or cover 2 for low- beam bulbs by turning clock- wise.
Page 125 low by turning it counterclock- wise. Unlock and disconnect plug Insert bulb 4 into bulb socket. connection 1 beneath headlight at position 2. Remove bulb 4 from bulb hold- Replace defective bulb. Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Install bulb socket 3 in head- light housing from below by Remove bulb socket 3 from...
Page 126 Remove bulb holder 2 from lamp housing by turning it counterclockwise. Close connector 1 below head- Remove screw 1. light. Replacing front turn indicator bulbs Remove bulb 3 from bulb hold- If it is not standing firmly, the motorcycle could topple Replacing defective bulb in the course of the operations Bulbs for flashing turn...
Page 127 Install bulb 3 in bulb socket. Install screw 1. Remove screw 1. Replacing rear turn indicator bulbs Make sure the ground is level and firm and park the motorcy- cle. Switch off the ignition. Install bulb socket 2 in lamp Pull lamp housing on screw housing by turning clockwise.
Page 128 Contact a specialized work- R10W / 12 V / 10 W shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Maximum number of de- Insert lamp glass in turn indica- fective LEDs in taillight tor housing. 1 (Brake light/taillight (red))
Page 129: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting fully insulated crocodile clips at end to negative terminal of dis- both ends. charged battery. The wires leading to the Start the engine of the vehi- Jump-starting with a donor- power socket do not have cle with the discharged battery battery voltage higher than a load-capacity rating adequate in the usual way;...
Page 130: Battery
To charge the battery via the ered. battery. battery terminals, disconnect the Compliance with the points be- BMW Motorrad has devel- battery first. low is important in order to maxi- oped a trickle-charger spe- mize battery life: If you switch on the igni-...
Page 131 Use BMW chargers with the Charging disconnected part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 battery (220 V) or, as applicable, 71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If in...
Page 132 Consult a certified workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer, for setting of Remove screws 1. the date. Remove battery compartment Installing battery compartment...
Page 133 Installing battery compartment cover Position battery compartment cover at the rear and close while ensuring the anchorages are in position 2. Install screws 1.
Page 135: Care
Care Care Care products ..... 132 Washing your motorcycle ..132 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .
Page 136: Care Products
BMW Motorrad recommends effect of salt. products available at your au- that you use BMW Insect Re- Only use cold water to remove thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. mover to soften and wash off road salt.
Page 137: Paint Care
Especially in the case of road If plastic parts are cleaned silicon. salt, carefully clean chrome parts using unsuitable cleaning with plenty of water and BMW agents, the surfaces can be dam- Paint care auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- aged.
Page 138: Protective Wax Coating
BMW plated parts with an acid-free Motorrad recommends remov- grease (e.g. Vaseline). ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re- Park motorcycle in a dry room mover. Then add a protective so that both wheels are un- wax coating to the paint at these loaded.
Page 139: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 136 Riding specifications ....149 Threaded fasteners ....137 Engine .
Page 140: Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start Possible cause Remedy Side stand Retract side stand ( 72). Gear engaged and clutch not operated Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch 72). Clutch disengaged before ignition on Switch on ignition first, then disengage clutch.
Page 141: Threaded Fasteners
Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Front brake caliper on wheel carrier M8 x 32 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping bolt in wheel carrier M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Rear wheel Value...
Page 142 Rear wheel Value Valid Tighten rear wheel on wheel flange M10 x 1.25 x 40 diagonally 44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Page 143: Engine
Engine Engine design Transverse-mounted four-cylinder, four-stroke in- line engine, angled 55° toward front. With four valves per cylinder, actuated by two overhead camshafts and trailing valve levers; liquid cooled, electronic fuel injection, integrated six-speed cas- sette transmission, dry-sump lubrication Displacement 1293 cc (1293 cm Cylinder bore 3.1 in (80 mm)
Page 144: Fuel
Engine oils of the API classification SF or bet- ter. Engine oils of the ACEA classification A2 or better. BMW Motorrad recommends not using synthetic oils for the first 6000 miles (10000 km). Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engine oils suitable for your motorcycle.
Page 145: Clutch
Clutch Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch Transmission Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated in engine housing Transmission gear ratios 1.559 (92:59 teeth), Primary gear ratio 2.294 (39:17 teeth), 1st gear 1.789 (34:19 teeth), 2nd gear 1.458 (35:24 teeth), 3rd gear 1.240 (31:25 teeth), 4th gear 1.094 (35:32 teeth), 5th gear 0.971 (33:34 teeth), 6th gear...
Page 146: Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever, single-arm light-alloy cast swinging arm with two joints and torque support Number of teeth on rear-wheel drive (gear ratio) 2.82 (31:11) Running gear...
Page 147 Rear wheel Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever, single-arm light-alloy cast swinging arm with two joints and torque support Type of rear suspension Lever-system-coupled central spring strut with coil pressure spring and single-tube gas-filled shock absorber. Spring preload with stepless hy- draulic adjustment;...
Page 148: Brakes
Organic Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the current tire approvals from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at www.bmw-motor- rad.com. Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Front-wheel rim size 3.50"...
Page 149 Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Rear-wheel rim size 6.0" x 17" Rear tire designation 190 / 55 ZR 17 Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider, with cold tire 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Driver with passenger and/or load, with cold tire Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Single rider, with cold tire...
Page 150: Electrical System
Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard socket max 5 A Fuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug- in fuses are no longer necessary. If an electronic fuse trips and de-energizes a circuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified.
Page 151: Frame
Bulb of license plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Maximum number of defective LEDs in taillight 1, Brake light/taillight (red) 1, License plate light (white) Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front W16W / 12 V / 16 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear R10W / 12 V / 10 W Frame...
Page 152: Dimensions
Dimensions Motorcycle length 86.5 in (2196 mm) Motorcycle height 48.1 in (1221 mm), Across windshield at DIN un- laden weight Motorcycle width 35.6 in (905 mm), Across mirrors Driver's seat height 32.3 in (820 mm), Without driver with low double seat 31.1 in (790 mm), Without driver Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 71.3 in (1810 mm), Without driver...
Page 153: Riding Specifications
Riding specifications Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)
Page 155: Service
Reporting safety defects ... 152 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 153 BMW Motorrad Service Quality ..153 BMW Motorrad Service Card - On- the-spot breakdown assistance .
Page 156: Reporting Safety Defects
National Highway Traffic Safety Ad- ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 157: Bmw Motorrad Service
BMW Motorrad Service your motorcycle carried out by a quality of service. specialized workshop, preferably Card - On-the-spot To ensure that your BMW is al- by an authorized BMW Motorrad breakdown assistance ways in optimum condition, BMW retailer. Motorrad recommends that you...
Page 158: Network
100 countries around the BMW Service globe. In Germany alone, there are approximately 200 authorized BMW Service is carried out once BMW Motorrad retailers ready to a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be depen- assist you.
Page 159: Confirmation Of Maintenance Work
Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-Delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if reached sooner, Odometer reading Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature...
Page 160 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
Page 161 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
Page 162 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
Page 163 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
Page 164: Confirmation Of Service
Confirmation of service The table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and any special campaign (recall) work carried out. Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
Page 165 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
Page 166 Self-diagnosis, 74 Warning for battery charge Adjusting, 48 Switching off, 59 current, 27 Clutch Switching on, 59 BMW Motorrad Service Adjusting clutch lever, 61 Technology in detail, 86 Card, 153 Checking fluid level, 106 Warning indicator, 36 Brake fluid Checking operation, 106...
Page 167: Currentness Of This Manual
Coolant Engine oil Warning for fuel down to Temperature display, 20 reserve, 26 Check level, 101 Warning indicator, 26 Fill level indicator, 13 Fuses, 146 Currentness of this manual, 7 Fill location, 16 Technical data, 140 Gear indicator, 20 Topping up, 102 Damping Warning for engine oil level, 31 Adjusting, 63...
Page 168: General Instructions
High-beam headlight Luggage Lamps Indicator light, 20 Information on loading and General instructions, 118 securing, 93 Switching on, 55 Headlight overview, 18 Luggage loops, 16, 68 Horn, 14 Replacing front turn indicator bulbs, 122 Maintenance Idling Replacing high-beam bulb, 119 General instructions, 100 Indicator light, 20 Replacing low-beam bulb, 119...
Page 169 Oil level indicator, 54 Seat Parking light Installing, 67 Operating element, 14 Switching on, 56 Locking device, 11 Operation, 51 Pre-ride check, 73 Removing, 67 Range, 53 Service, 153 Warning indicators, 29 Service Card, 153 Onboard socket, 11, 92 Rear-wheel drive Service display, 20 Onboard toolkit Technical data, 142...
Page 170 Steering lock Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC Vehicle Identification Number, 13 Operation, 54 Locking, 47 Rim sticker, 108 Storing, 134 Technology in detail, 87 Switching off, 77 Warning indicators, 22 Warning indicators, 36 Display, 22 Tires With ABS, 31 Tachometer, 17 Checking inflation pressure, 65 With anti-theft alarm, 41 Technical data...

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