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  • Page 1 Rider's Manual (US Model) K 1600 GTL BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Color number First registration Retailer's address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents You can also consult the index at Heated handlebar grips ..54 3 Status indicators ..19 the end of this Rider's Manual if Multifunction display ..20 Seat heating .
  • Page 5 Fuses ..... 132 BMW Motorrad DTC ..92 Frame ..... 151 9 Care .
  • Page 6 Reporting safety defects ....154 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 155 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ....155 Maintenance work .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Chapter 2 of this Rider's Man- motorcycle as well as mainte- sembled complete with ual 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 9: Equipment

    If your BMW is equipped with ment and accessories. Because options or accessories not de- of this, your motorcycle may dif- scribed in this Rider's Manual,...

  • Page 11: Overviews

    Overviews General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Multifunction switch, left ... . 14 Multifunction switch, right .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Clutch fluid reservoir 117) Fuel filler opening ( Operating panel for the audio system (see separate user guide) Seat lock ( Control for rear-seat heat- ing (on the seat) ( Payload table Tire inflation pressure table Adjusting spring preload Adjusting damping ( Storage compartment...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Vehicle Identification Num- ber (above engine oil filler neck) Onboard socket ( Brake-fluid reservoir, front 114) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 116) Type plate (on front sus- pension) Wind deflection wing Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick ( 110) Stowage compartment of...

  • Page 16: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left Headlight high beam and flasher ( with LED auxiliary head- lights Operating additional head- lights ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning flashers Windshield ( Turn signals ( Horn...
  • Page 17 Multi-controller and MENU button Operating the multifunction display ( Operation of the audio sys- tem (see the appropriate instructions for use) with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) Using DTC ( with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA) ESA control ( Selecting favorite menu 47).

  • Page 18: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with central locking Operation of the central locking system ( Selection of the ride mode Emergency ON/OFF switch ( Starting the engine...

  • Page 19: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Rider's Manual (US Model) Fuses ( 132) Battery ( 129) Standard tool kit ( 110)

  • Page 20: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Speedometer Release for navigation slot Warning and indicator lights ( with navigation system Navigation device ( Ambient brightness sensor (for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting) Tachometer Control for tripmeters Multifunction display The brightness of the warn- ing lights and telltale lights, the display and the instrument needle and gauge lighting is adapted automatically to suit am-...

  • Page 21: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Multifunction display ....20 Meaning of symbols ....21 Range .

  • Page 22: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Riding mode ( Coolant temperature Area for warnings ( Menu area ( Area for messages relating to the audio system Onboard computer display area ( with Tire Pressure Con- trol (TPC/RDC) RDC readings Status indicators for seat heating ( Status indicators for han- dlebar grip heating ( with Electronic Suspen-...

  • Page 23: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols Ambient temperature Tire inflation pressures Stopwatch ( 2 Rear-seat heating ON Travel times ( 3 Handlebar grip heating ON Meanings of the symbols at posi- 4 Front-seat heating ON tion 1: Date (display mode de- Average consumption pends on the time format 1 and 2 since last reset selected) (...

  • Page 24: Range

    The determined range is an 5 Damping approximate reading. BMW 6 Vehicle load Motorrad therefore recommends Tire inflation pressures Range that you do not try to use the full with Tire Pressure Control range before refueling.

  • Page 25: Oil Level Indicator

    : Check oil level during The displayed tire inflation pres- next refueling stop. sures refer to a tire temperature Additional information on BMW – – – of 68 °F (20 °C). The left-hand : No measurement possi- Motorrad TPC/RDC is provided...
  • Page 26 shows yellow and the service symbol lights up continuously. If the motorcycle is driven long distances annually, it is possi- ble that earlier service will be If the countdown to the next required. If the countdown dis- service is less than one month, tance to the early service is less service-due date 1 appears on than 621 mls (1000 km), count-...

  • Page 27: Warning And Indicator Lights

    Warning and indicator lights ABS warning light ( with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) DTC warning light ( Telltale light of the left turn indicators Warning light for fuel down to reserve ( Neutral indicator light High-beam headlight indi- cator light Telltale light of the right turn indicators Warning light for engine...

  • Page 28: Warning Indicators

    Warning indicators 11 Indicator light of cruise- Up to four warning symbols can control system ( be displayed at any given time. Display The general warning light is 12 General warning light, in Warnings are displayed with the shown in accordance with the conjunction with warn- corresponding warning light.

  • Page 29: Overview Of Warning Indicators

    Overview of warning indicators Warning light Displays Meaning Lights up yellow appears on the dis- Electronic immobilizer is active ( play Lights up Fuel-level reading Fuel down to reserve ( turns yellow Lights up red Temperature read- Coolant temperature too high ( ing turns red Lights up Engine fault (...
  • Page 30 Warning light Displays Meaning Lights up yellow appears on the dis- Onboard system voltage critical ( play Lights up yellow appears on the dis- Rear light failure ( play Lights up yellow appears on the dis- Front light failure ( play Lights up yellow appears on the dis-...
  • Page 31 Warning light Displays Meaning Lights up DTC deactivated ( Lights up DTC error ( Flashes red + tire pressure in Tire inflation pressure is outside ap- proved range ( + " " or " Transmission error ( " is indicated Lights up yellow + "...
  • Page 32 Warning light Displays Meaning appears on the dis- Anti-theft alarm battery low charge play Lights up yellow appears on the dis- Anti-theft alarm battery drained ( play appears on the dis- Central locking locked ( play appears on the dis- briefly shows yellow Service overdue ( play...
  • Page 33 Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) frequently be too high, have placed, preferably by an autho- Refueling ( 84). rized BMW Motorrad retailer. the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialized work- Coolant temperature too Fuel down to reserve...
  • Page 34 Have the malfunction corrected played. cialized workshop, preferably as soon as possible by a spe- an authorized BMW Motorrad cialized workshop, preferably A discharged battery leads retailer. an authorized BMW Motorrad to the failure of various mo- retailer.
  • Page 35 (e.g. heated body warmer or General warning light shows an authorized BMW Motorrad auxiliary headlights). yellow. retailer. The split battery symbol Rear light failure Onboard system voltage appears on the display.
  • Page 36 Please contact a spe- yellow. black ice must especially be ex- cialized workshop, preferably pected on bridges and in shady an authorized BMW Motorrad Bulb symbol with two ar- road areas. retailer. rows appears on the dis- Think well ahead when driving.

  • Page 37: Abs Error

    Have the malfunction corrected DTC self-diagnosis not as soon as possible by a spe- DTC warning light lights up. cialized workshop, preferably completed an authorized BMW Motorrad with Dynamic Traction Control Possible cause: retailer. (DTC) The DTC system has been deac- tivated by the driver.
  • Page 38 Have the tire checked for dam- Possible cause: age by a specialized workshop, + the critical tire pressure The DTC control unit has de- preferably an authorized BMW shows red. tected an error. The DTC func- Motorrad retailer. tion is not available.
  • Page 39 In this case: following the pre-ride check. cialized workshop, preferably Have fault eliminated by a spe- Possible cause: an authorized BMW Motorrad cialized workshop, preferably retailer. The battery of the tire inflation an authorized BMW Motorrad pressure sensor no longer has retailer.
  • Page 40 If it is dark leave the motorcy- an authorized BMW Motorrad cle where it is or have it picked Possible cause: dealer. up, if possible.
  • Page 41 Central locking locked Contact a specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized with central locking BMW Motorrad retailer. The locked symbol appears Anti-theft alarm battery on the display. drained All locks in the central locking system are locked. with anti-theft alarm...

  • Page 43: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 42 Wind deflection wing....59 EWS Electronic immobilizer ..43 Cruise control .

  • Page 44: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Steering and ignition Switching on ignition Switching off ignition lock Keys Two main keys and one emer- gency key are provided with the vehicle. The emergency key fea- tures a light, compact design, al- lowing it to be carried in a wallet, etc.

  • Page 45: Ews Electronic Immobilizer

    If you lose a key, you can have it handlebars turned to the left than disabled by your BMW Motorrad immobilizer with the handlebars turned to the partner. When having a key dis- The motorcycle's electronic cir- right.

  • Page 46: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Selecting menu item With the exception of the Audio Settings area, the Selecting menu menu can only be called with the motorcycle at a standstill. Move the cursor within the menu using the Multi-Controller 1. Press button 2 to step through the sequence of menus, starting Info with the...
  • Page 47 Setting parameters An arrow 1 on the upper or lower Resetting values: edge of the display indicates that You can reset average values Direct selection: by turning the Multi-Controller marked with an arrow 1 by long- If you move the cursor to a menu in the corresponding direction, pressing the Multi-Controller to item that requires no other set-...
  • Page 48 Selecting from a list: Setting numerical values: Setting relative values: A circle 2 beside each selectable If there are one or more numeri- A bar indicator enables you to item means that the items are cal values between the arrows 3, set a value in a range between part of a selection list.
  • Page 49 Exiting menu By pressing the Multi- Hold down button 3. Controller 1 to the left, you jump The diamond appears to Arrow 3 appears when you are in back to the next-higher menu; by the right of the menu des- a submenu.

  • Page 50: Onboard Computer

    Language Empty : Display lan- switched off: : no indi- Logo guage (German, English, Span- cator, : 6 cylinder logo, Speedo ish, Italian, French, Dutch, Por- : digital speed indi- tuguese) cator Time format Fact. settings : Re- 12 h / 24 h : Clock in 12- store factory defaults (when 12 h...

  • Page 51: Operating Stopwatch

    Travel times : Travel times Date : Current date Oil level : Engine-oil level : No reading Resetting average data Info Call up the menu and select the average value you want to reset. With the stopwatch stopped, Push the Multi-Controller 1 to Push the Multi-Controller to push the Multi-Controller 1 to the right and hold it in this po-...

  • Page 52: Odometer

    Odometer Resetting trip odometer The parking lights are a strain on the battery. Do Switch on ignition. Selecting odometer not leave the ignition switched Select desired trip odometer. Switch on ignition. on longer than absolutely necessary. Headlight low beam The headlights automatically come on in their low-beam mode as soon as you start the engine.
  • Page 53 L-hand traffic Adjusting for traffic The high-beam headlight : for can also be switched on countries in which the traffic driving on right or driving when the engine is not running. drives on the left-hand side of on left the road. with Adaptive Headlight Parking light Select the appropriate setting.

  • Page 54: Turn Indicators

    Operating ground lighting with central locking If the function is switched off with ground lighting as described above, the ground Switch on ignition. lighting switches on nonethe- Settings Call up the less when you unlock the cen- Vehicle menu and select tral locking system.

  • Page 55: Hazard Warning Flashers

    The hazard warning flash- Ignition can be switched off. ers place a strain on the To switch off the hazard warning battery. Do not use the hazard flashers: warning flashers for longer than Switch on the ignition and absolutely necessary. press button 1.

  • Page 56: Heated Handlebar Grips

    Do not operate the emergency The heated hand grips op- ON/OFF switch when riding. tion can only be activated when the engine is running. The engine can be switched Handle heat. off easily and quickly using the Call up the emergency ON/OFF switch.
  • Page 57 Seat heating can be acti- vated only when the engine is running. Seat heating Call up the menu. Symbol 1 appears on the display, Select desired heating level indicating that the seat heating is with switch 1. If this warning symbol ap- pears it tells you that the on-board system voltage is low.

  • Page 58: Dynamic Traction Control

    might have been temporarily be switched back to the first level. switched off. Dynamic Traction 2 Switch in middle position: Heating off. Control (DTC) 3 Switch in one-dot position: with Dynamic Traction Control 50 % heating output. (DTC) 4 Switch in two-dot position: 100 % heating output.

  • Page 59: Riding Mode

    Riding mode Throttle turned all the way back Setting driving mode Clutch actuated Switch on ignition. Once the new riding mode has been activated, the selection display disappears. The mode selected in this way is retained with the engine- characteristic and DTC adap- tation settings even after the The current setting is shown at ignition has been switched off.

  • Page 60: Seat

    Seat Installing seat Remove seat Disconnect plug 2 of the seat heating and remove the seat. Connect plug 2 of the seat Place the seat, upholstered heating. Use the ignition key to unlock side down, on a clean surface. seat lock 1 and lift the rear of the seat.

  • Page 61: Windshield

    Do not attempt to adjust the slip- BMW approval is installed. stream deflectors unless the mo- Under these circumstances: torcycle is at a standstill. Before switching off the igni-...

  • Page 62: Cruise Control

    Cruise control Setting road speed Acceleration Switching on cruise control Briefly press button 2 forward. Briefly press button 2 forward. Speed is increased by 0.6 mph The cruise control can (1 km/h) each time button is be set within a speed Push switch 1 to right.
  • Page 63 Decreasing speed Deactivating cruise Opening the throttle does not deactivate the cruise- control control system. If you release Actuate brakes or clutch or the twistgrip the motorcycle will throttle grip (take back throttle decelerate only to the cruising beyond back position) to deac- speed saved in memory, even tivate cruise-control system.

  • Page 64: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments particular to electronic devices such as mobile phones and MP3 Use the stowage players. compartments Refer to the operating instruc- tions of your electronic devices for possible usage restrictions. In summer, do not place heat-sensitive objects in the stowage compartments.

  • Page 65: Brakes

    Shifting some situations (e.g. variation of load). Adjusting shift lever Brakes Adjusting handbrake lever Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- Do not turn the handlebar fitting wise to increase distance be- on the handlebar.

  • Page 66: Mirrors

    Spring preload Eccentric, peg to shift lever Setting It is essential to set spring 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the Mirrors motorcycle. Increase spring Adjusting mirrors preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the Adjusting the spring preload...

  • Page 67: Damping

    Damping To increase spring preload, turn handwheel in direction of Setting arrow HIGH. The damping must be adjusted To decrease spring preload, to the road conditions and the turn handwheel in direction of spring preload. arrow LOW. A rough road surface requires Basic setting of spring softer damping than a smooth preload, rear...

  • Page 68: Esa Electronic Suspension Adjust

    entails selecting the load variant Adjusting the suspension Basic setting of rear and the damping characteristic. Start engine. wheel rear-wheel damp- You have a choice of three load The damping can be ad- variants with any of three damp- justed while the motorcycle ing characteristics selectable for Turn the adjusting screw as is being ridden.

  • Page 69: Central Locking

    cursor down to set the vehicle Select the vehicle load variant Alternatively: Press button 1 load. you want. on the remote control. The suspension adjusts to suit The two stowage compart- The load cannot be set the new setting and the ESA ments in the side panels, the while the motorcycle is in reading changes accordingly.
  • Page 70 Unlocking are described in the corre- position, then turn it to the dot sponding section. position and press in the lock barrel. with ground lighting The release lever pops open. The ground lighting is switched on for a brief period. Emergency unlocking If the central locking system re- fuses to unlock, you can open...

  • Page 71: Synchronize The Remote Controls

    invariably log on all the remote You can now proceed to log on To complete logon: controls in the set. all the remote controls. Switch off ignition. Enable logon of the remote Step through the following pro- Three acoustic signals sound. controls as follows: cedure with each remote con- Logon is also ended when...

  • Page 72: Remote Control

    Replacing battery of Switch on ignition. Using batteries of the wrong type or inserting remote control batteries with reversed polarity If you press a button on the re- can destroy the device. mote control and the LED does Use a battery compliant with the not show or lights up only briefly: manufacturer's specifications.

  • Page 73: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)

    Switch off ignition. Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. Turn signals are illuminated twice. Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed). Anti-theft alarm is activated. To deactivate the motion sen- sor (for example if you are Press button 1 twice. about to transport the motorcy- Off (once) LED 3 flashes for a few sec-...
  • Page 74 Activation with remote Confirmation tone sounds Motion sensor is deactivated. twice (if programmed). control Alarm Anti-theft alarm is activated. with anti-theft alarm with anti-theft alarm with central locking The alarm can be triggered by Switch off ignition. the motion sensor an attempt to use an unau- thorized key to switch on the ignition...
  • Page 75 Deactivation with remote The anti-theft alarm telltale light An alarm lasts for approximately then signals the reason for the control 26 seconds. During the alarm, an alarm for one minute. alarm tone sounds and the turn with anti-theft alarm The meanings of the flash codes signals flash.

  • Page 76: Tires

    when the alarm is switched on seconds when "Activation after ignition off" is programmed. or off. Operat. tone Turn signals are illuminated Turn indicators flash as only once. confirmation when anti-theft Confirmation tone sounds once alarm is switched on or off. (if programmed).
  • Page 77 Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire cold) Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire cold) If tire pressure is too low: Correct tire pressure.

  • Page 79: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....78 Checklist ......79 Starting .

  • Page 80: Safety Instructions

    Your authorized BMW Observe maximum payload and cause loss of consciousness with Motorrad retailer will be happy to top speed as indicated on label fatal consequences.

  • Page 81: Checklist

    make sure that no-one comes Danger of overheating Checklist into contact with the engine and Cooling would be inade- Use the following checklist to exhaust system. quate if the engine were al- check important functions, set- lowed to idle for a lengthy period tings and wear limits before you Catalytic converter with the motorcycle at a stand-...

  • Page 82: Starting

    Starting and twist the throttle grip Pre-ride check slightly. The instrument cluster runs a Starting the engine test of the 'General' warning light Switch on ignition. when the ignition is switched on: Pre-ride check is performed. this is the "Pre-Ride-Check The test is aborted if you start the ABS self-diagnosis in progress.
  • Page 83 Have the malfunction corrected completed. as soon as possible by a spe- The readiness for operation ABS warning light flashes. cialized workshop, preferably of the BMW Motorrad DTC is an authorized BMW Motorrad checked by the self-diagnosis. retailer. Self-diagnosis is performed ABS self-diagnosis...

  • Page 84: Breaking In

    0...186 miles New brake pads can extend cialized workshop, preferably (0...300 km)) stopping distance by a sig- an authorized BMW Motorrad <6000 min (Odometer nificant margin. retailer. reading 186...621 miles Brake early.

  • Page 85: Brakes

    Moisture and dirt on the brake to the road surface. The dynamic load distribution be- disks and the brake pads result in BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- tween the front and rear wheel a decrease in the braking action. vents the front wheel from lock- changes during braking.

  • Page 86: Parking Your Motorcycle

    under the stand is level and When driving in the rain and Always check that the ground through puddles. under the stand is level and firm. firm. After washing the motorcycle. Excessive movements When driving on roads spread could result in the center Fold out side stand and park with salt.
  • Page 87 wise the sensor will not be able Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. to register the new level and the fuel warning lamp will not be Open protective cap. switched off. Recommended fuel qual- Super unleaded (E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) Fuel expands when ex- 89 AKI...

  • Page 88: Securing Motorcycle For Trans

    Securing motorcycle for transport Protect all component surfaces against which straps are routed against scratching. For exam- ple, use adhesive tape or soft cloths. Secure straps at rear on both The ball joint and the brake sides on rear frame and ten- lines can suffer damage.

  • Page 89: Technology In

    Riding mode ......88 Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ......89 Engine management with BMW Motorrad DTC .

  • Page 90: Riding Mode

    Riding mode that the DTC system offers de- ROAD creases accordingly. In this mode the full engine Selection Therefore, consider the follow- output is available. Power Three riding modes enable the ing when selecting the driving increase when you open the motorcycle's characteristics to mode: The sportier the setting, throttle is more direct than in...

  • Page 91: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Integral Abs

    The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS the clutch must be actuated. the braking distance will be. adapts the braking force distribu- tion between the front and rear...
  • Page 92 Consequently, ABS does not in- maintains driving stability regard- tervene until very late, if at all. How is the BMW Motorrad less of the road surface condi- Under these circumstances the Integral ABS noticeable to tion.
  • Page 93 ABS fault is indicated. The maintenance condition. condition for a fault message is To ensure that the BMW Motor- the completed self-diagnosis. rad Integral ABS is in an opti- In addition to problems on the...

  • Page 94: Engine Management With Bmw Motorrad Dtc

    BMW with BMW Motorrad Do not reduce the additional Motorrad DTC? safety provided with risky BMW Motorrad DTC is designed with Dynamic Traction Control driving. as an assistant system for the (DTC) rider and for use on public roads.

  • Page 95: Tire Pressure Control Tpc/Rdc

    The BMW Motorrad DTC can On a slippery surface, the throttle values until a speed of approx. issue an error message under grip should never be suddenly 19 mph (30 km/h) is reached.

  • Page 96: Esa Ii Electronic Suspension Adjust

    compensated with the air pres- Chassis adjustments The tire inflation pressures are shown temperature-compen- sure tester at the filling station. The proper loading state must sated in the multifunction display; first be selected when the mo- Example: According to the they refer to a tire temperature torcycle is stationary according to Rider's Manual, the tire inflation...
  • Page 97 the handling of the motorcycle remains constant. It is possible to electrically change the spring rate through the combination of a conventional coil spring with a plastic element (Elastogran), the lateral expansion of which can be electrohydraulically limited using a displaceable sleeve. The more the sleeve surrounds the plastic element, the more its expansion is limited and the spring rate...

  • Page 99: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....98 Onboard sockets ....98 Navigation device .

  • Page 100: General Instructions

    BMW motorcycles without automatic switch-off proved by BMW for this purpose. constituting a safety hazard. Nor Your authorized BMW Motorrad is this guarantee provided when If this warning symbol ap-...

  • Page 101: Navigation Device

    Navigation device Operating electrical acces- sories with navigation system You can start using electrical ac- Installing navigation cessories connected to an on- board socket only when the ig- device nition is switched on. If you sub- Switch on ignition. sequently switch off the ignition the sockets are also switched off if the power drain caused by their electrical consumers is high.
  • Page 102 Check that the navigation de- Pull slot cover up as far as it vice is secure in the cradle. will go. Press cover 7 to push cradle with navigation device into the slot until it snaps into position. Removing navigation device Switch on ignition.
  • Page 103 Mute : Automatic spoken an- announcements from subscrip- The options for using the naviga- nouncements are toggled off tion services via the BMW Motor- tion device appear on the display. and on. rad audio system. Display Off : The display...

  • Page 104: Case

    PIN to be entered is issued. Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navigator Screen brightness IV can be secured against unau- Screen brightness is adjusted by thorized use with a four-digit PIN the motorcycle while the unit is (Garmin Lock).
  • Page 105 Pull the release lever all the Push release lever 2 down, way up and open the lid of the continuing until it engages. case. Turn key in case lock into LOCK position and remove. Close case Removing case Pull carry handle 3 up as far as it will go.

  • Page 106: Topcase

    Topcase Opening the Topcase with central locking If applicable, open the central locking. Insert case in brackets 4. Press lock barrel 1 forward. Release lever 2 pops up. Pull the release lever all the way up and open the lid of the topcase.
  • Page 107 Closing the Topcase Removing Topcase Place the seat, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. Switch off ignition. Pull release lever 2 all the way Use the ignition key to unlock seat lock 1 and lift the rear of the seat. Close Topcase lid and hold it down.
  • Page 108 Push slide latch 2 toward the Lift off Topcase at rear and pull Set the topcase on the lug- outside and hold it in this posi- off luggage rack. gage carrier. tion. Opening the Topcase ( 104). Mounting Topcase Turn rotary latch 3 clockwise If applicable, empty the top- as far as it will go.
  • Page 109 while pressing down on the back edge of the topcase. Release warning 4 is no longer visible. If the release warning is still vis- ible the topcase is not correctly secured. Do not attempt to set the mo- torcycle in motion. Make sure that the topcase is correctly Work the cable into position at Position the seat with...

  • Page 111: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....110 Standard tool kit ....110 Engine oil .

  • Page 112: General Instructions

    Always make sure that the oil you can obtain from your autho- rear wheel ( 65). level is correct. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The oil level varies with Special tools and thorough spe- the temperature of the cialized knowledge are required oil.
  • Page 113 If oil level is below MIN mark: Wipe area around oil fill loca- Topping up engine oil ( 112). tion clean. If oil level is above MAX mark: Have oil level corrected by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install oil dipstick.

  • Page 114: Brake System

    Have the brakes checked by a pension toward brake pads 1. engine damage. certified workshop, preferably Always make sure that the oil an authorized BMW Motorrad level is correct. retailer. Add engine oil up to specified level. Checking engine oil level...
  • Page 115 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Check the brake pad thickness Front brake-pad wear Checking rear brake pad with visual inspection.
  • Page 116 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Read off brake fluid level at Rear brake-pad wear Motorrad retailer. front brake-fluid reservoir 1.

  • Page 117: Checking Rear Brake Fluid Level

    BMW Motorrad re- tailer. If the lower edge of the black bellows in the brake-fluid reser- voir is below the MAX marking: Checking front brake pad thick- ness ( 112). Checking rear brake fluid Read off brake fluid level at...

  • Page 118: Coolant

    BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Coolant Checking coolant level Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. Allow the engine to cool down. Rear brake fluid level Coolant, specified level Brake fluid, DOT4 between MIN and MAX marks on the expansion tank...

  • Page 119: Clutch

    Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by a special- Checking clutch operation ized workshop, preferably an Pull the clutch lever. authorized BMW Motorrad re- Pressure point must be clearly tailer. perceptible. Rims and tires If no clear pressure point can be...

  • Page 120: Wheels

    A change in these sizes Tire recommendation due to conversion to others than Make sure ground is level and For every size of tire, BMW the wheels installed as standard firm and park motorcycle. Motorrad has tested and equipment can seriously affect...

  • Page 121: Removing Front Wheel

    BMW Motorrad retailer or the specialized workshop of the TPC/ RDC sensor. Removing front wheel Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on its center stand. Unclip retaining clip 1 holding The TPC/RDC sensors can the sensor cable to the brake be damaged in case of im- line.
  • Page 122 Carefully pull brake calipers BMW Motorrad recommends over the brake disk on reassem- back and out until clear of the BMW Motorrad front-wheel brake disks. stand for lifting the motorcycle. bly. Mounting front wheel stand...

  • Page 123: Installing Front Wheel

    3 with loosen or remove the left axle Always have the tightening torque. clamping screw. torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an Remove right-hand axle clamp- authorized BMW Motorrad ing screw 2. retailer.
  • Page 124 Quick-release axle in Front brake caliper on threaded bush (wheel wheel carrier carrier) 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Tighten the right-hand axle clamping screw 2 with the specified torque. Clamping screw for Insert ABS sensor into hole quick-release axle to and install screw 1.

  • Page 125: Removing Rear Wheel

    Install front wheel cover and fit Remove screws 1 on left and Danger of burns from the screws 1 on right and left. right. hot exhaust system. Remove the license-plate car- Do not touch the exhaust sys- Removing rear wheel rier.

  • Page 126: Front Wheel Stand

    Roll and mount rear wheel onto stand rear wheel support. 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) The BMW Motorrad front wheel stand is not designed for holding motorcycles without a center or other auxiliary stands. A motorcycle standing on the front wheel stand and the rear wheel alone can fall over.
  • Page 127 Use locating pins 3 to set front so that front wheel can still be before lifting it with the BMW wheel stand to desired height. rolled through. Motorrad front wheel stand. Center front wheel stand rela- Tighten adjusting screws 1.

  • Page 128: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting fully insulated crocodile clips at Start engine of the vehicle with both ends. discharged battery in usual The wires leading to the way; if engine does not start, Jump-starting with a donor- power socket do not have wait a few minutes before re- battery voltage higher than a load-capacity rating adequate peating attempt in order to pro-...
  • Page 129 Switch on the ignition and raise the windscreen to its highest position. Remove screw 2 and work hand protector 3 to the side to remove. Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to its lowest position. Turn slipstream deflector 1 out.
  • Page 130 Replace defective bulb. Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W To avoid contamination on the bulb's glass surface, never touch or hold the bulb any- where other than on its metal Disconnect plug 2. Attach plug 2. socket base.

  • Page 131: Battery

    Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to its lowest position. Install screw 1. Close plug connection 3. Install screws 1. Switch on the ignition and raise the windscreen to its highest position. Hold side cover 3 in position and install screw 2.
  • Page 132 If this happens, tery terminals can damage the tronics. warranty claims will not be ac- motorcycle electronics. Use BMW chargers with part cepted. To charge the battery via the numbers 77 02 7 722 470 During driving breaks of more...

  • Page 133: Removing Battery

    Charge disconnected battery Once the battery is fully via onboard socket. charged, disconnect the charger's terminal clips from The motorcycle's onboard the battery terminals. electronics know when the battery is fully charged. The In the case of longer peri- onboard socket is switched off ods when the motorcycle is when this happens.

  • Page 134: Fuses

    Numbering of the fuses as first and close the cover. checked by an authorized spe- per label on lid of fuse box: Then install negative battery cialized workshop, preferably a not in use cable 1. BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 135 not in use not in use Left handlebar fitting, top- case lighting with Tire Pressure Con- trol (TPC/RDC) TPC/RDC Audio system Beam throw adjustment with Adaptive Head- light Adaptive cornering lights Main relay, instrument panel, ignition switch not in use with anti-theft alarm 7.5 A Anti-theft alarm...

  • Page 137: Care

    Care Care products ..... 136 Washing your motorcycle ..136 Cleaning sensitive vehicle parts ..136 Paint care .

  • Page 138: Care Products

    Warm water intensifies the that you use cleaning and BMW Motorrad recommends effect of salt. care products available at your that you use BMW Insect Re- Only use cold water to remove authorized BMW Motorrad mover to soften and wash off road salt.

  • Page 139: Paint Care

    Remove this type of soiling with with plenty of water and BMW cleaning naphtha or spirit on a auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- clean cloth or cotton ball. BMW ish for additional treatment. Motorrad recommends remov- ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-...

  • Page 140: Protective Wax Coating

    Protective wax coating Returning motorcycle to use To preserve the finish of your motorcycle, BMW Motorrad rec- Remove the protective wax ommends using BMW Car Wax coating. or agents that contain carnauba Cleaning the motorcycle. or synthetic waxes. Install a charged battery.

  • Page 141: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 140 Weights ......152 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 142: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 84).

  • Page 143: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Front brake caliper on wheel carrier M8 x 30 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-re- lease axle to wheel carrier M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Quick-release axle in threaded bush (wheel carrier) M24 x 1,5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)

  • Page 144: Engine

    Engine Engine design transverse straight-six four-stroke engine with four valves per cylinder and two overhead camshafts; liquid cooling, electronic fuel injection, integral six- speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lubrication. Displacement 1649 cc (1649 cm Cylinder bore 2.8 in (72 mm) Piston stroke 2.7 in (67.5 mm) Compression ratio 12,2:1...

  • Page 145: Fuel

    Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) BMW recommends BP fuel Engine oil Engine oil, capacity 1.2 gal (4.5 l), with filter change Products recommended by BMW Motorrad Castrol Power 1 Racing SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2 BMW recommends...

  • Page 146: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch Transmission Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated in engine housing Transmission gear ratios 1,617, Primary gear ratio 1,941 (33:17 teeth), 1st gear 1,429 (30:21 teeth), 2nd gear 1,148 (31:27 teeth), 3rd gear 0,958 (23:24 teeth), 4th gear 0,806 (25:31 teeth), 5th gear 0,686 (24:35 teeth), 6th gear 0,913 (21:23 teeth), Angle drive...

  • Page 147: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Number of teeth in bevel gears (gear ratio) 2,75 (33:12) Running gear Front wheel Type of front suspension...

  • Page 148: Brakes

    Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Type of rear suspension central suspension strut pivoted to lever system. Spring preload and rebound-stage damping step- lessly adjustable. with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) central suspension strut pivoted to lever system.

  • Page 149: Wheels And Tires

    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 150: Electrical System

    Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A, all onboard sockets together Battery Battery design Gel battery Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 19 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI-8 Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm), New 0.04 in (1.0 mm), Wear limit Bulbs...
  • Page 151 Fuses Fuse carrier 1 30 A, Engine electronics Fuse carrier 2 40 A, Slot left: Vehicle electronics 40 A, Slot right: Vehicle electronics, ESA Fuse box not in use, Slot 1 not in use, Slot 2 not in use, Slot 3 4 A, Slot 4: Left handlebar fitting, tire pressure monitoring (RDC), topcase interior light 7.5 A, Slot 5: Audio system...

  • Page 152: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-theft alarm system with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm Activation time during commissioning 30 s Alarm duration 26 s Activation time between two alarms 10 s Battery type CR 123 A Remote control Range of remote control 32.8 ft (10 m) Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband Transmission frequency...

  • Page 153: Frame

    Frame Frame design Cast light alloy - welded design with screwed-on light alloy rear frame Location of type plate Wheel carrier, front right Location of vehicle identification number Frame side section, front right (beside engine-oil filler neck) Dimensions Motorcycle length 98 in (2489 mm), over topcase Motorcycle height 57.7 in (1465 mm), Across windshield at DIN un-...

  • Page 154: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 767 lbs (348 kg), DIN unladen weight, with cases and topcase, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 1235 lbs (560 kg) Maximum payload 467 lbs (212 kg) Riding specifications Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

  • Page 155: Service

    Service Reporting safety defects ... 154 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 155 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......155 Maintenance work .

  • 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 of a breakdown (Mobile Service, To ensure that your BMW con- breakdown assistance, vehicle re- sistently remains in optimal con- With its worldwide service net- covery and retrieval, etc.). dition BMW Motorrad urges you work, BMW Motorrad can attend...
  • Page 158 BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be depen- dent on the vehicle owner and the mileage driven. Your BMW Motorrad retailer confirms that the service has been performed and enters the date for the next service.

  • Page 159: Confirmation Of Mainte

    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 167: Appendix

    Appendix Certificates ......166...
  • Page 168 Certifications Remote Control for Deutsch Hiermit erklärt Meta System S.p.A., dass sich das central locking system Gerät PF240009 in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Eesti Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ...
  • Page 169 Certifications Ελληνική Nederlands ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤ΢Α Meta System S.p.A. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ Hierbij verklaart Meta System S.p.A. dat het toestel ΟΣΙ PF240009 ΢ΤΜΜΟΡΥΩΝΕΣΑΙ ΠΡΟ΢ ΣΙ΢ PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de ΟΤ΢ΙΩΔΕΙ΢ ΑΠΑΙΣΗ΢ΕΙ΢ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ΢ ΛΟΙΠΕ΢ essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen ΢ΦΕΣΙΚΕ΢...
  • Page 170 1999/5/ES. krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Slovensky USA, Canada Meta System S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že PF240009 Product name: TX BMW MR spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné FCC ID: P3O98400 ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. IC:4429A - TXBMWMR Suomi Meta System S.p.A.
  • Page 171 42124 Reggio Emilia –Italy Declare Under own responsibility that the product: TX BMW MR To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). This product is in conformity with the following standards: Health &...
  • Page 172 Certifications Tire Pressure Control TPC FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 173: Index

    Installing, 132 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Case Maintenance instructions, 129 Operating, 102 Position on motorcycle, 17 Self-diagnosis, 81 Central locking Removing, 131 Operating, 67 Technology in detail, 89 Technical data, 148 Warning indicators, 34 Warning indicator for central Warning for battery charge locking, 39 Accessories current, 32...
  • Page 174 Cruise control Emergency ON/OFF switch, 16 Front wheel stand Control, 14 Mounting, 124 Operating, 53 Operating, 60 Fuel Engine Fill location, 11 Currentness of this manual, 7 Starting, 80 Refueling, 84 Technical data, 142 Technical data, 143 Warning for engine Damping Fuel reserve electronics, 32...
  • Page 175 Headlight Mirrors Jump-starting, 126 Adjusting, 64 Adjusting for traffic driving on Mobility Services, 155 right/driving on left, 51 Motorcycle Headlight range adjustment, 11 Keys, 42 Care, 135 Warning indicator for LHD/RHD Cleaning, 135 traffic, 38 Parking, 84 Warning indicator for unknown Lamps position, 38 Replacing high-beam bulb, 126...
  • Page 176 Seat heating Pre-ride check, 80 Odometer and tripmeters Control, 11 Operating, 50 Operating, 54 Onboard computer Service, 155 Rear-wheel drive Operating, 48 Reporting safety defects, 154 Technical data, 145 Onboard socket Warning indicator, 39 Refueling, 84 Information on use, 98 Service display, 23 Remote control Position on motorcycle, 13...
  • Page 177 Tires Tachometer, 18 Warning indicators Checking tire inflation ABS, 34 Technical data pressure, 74 Battery, 148 Anti-theft alarm, 38 Checking tread depth, 117 Brakes, 146 Battery charge current, 32 Inflation pressure table, 17 Bulbs, 148 Bulb defective, 33 Inflation pressures, 147 Clutch, 144 Central locking, 39 Recommendation, 118...
  • Page 178 Weights Payload table, 17 Technical data, 152 Wheels Checking rims, 117 Installing front wheel, 121 Installing rear wheel, 123 Removing front wheel, 119 Removing rear wheel, 123 Size change, 118 Technical data, 147 Wind deflection wing, 59 Windshield Adjusting, 59 Control, 14...
  • Page 179 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2012 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
  • Page 180 Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold BMW recommends *01418543207* Order No.: 01 41 8 543 207 08.2012, 3rd Edition...
  • Page 181 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).

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