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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual (US Model) K 1600 GTL Exclusive...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Dealer Data Motorcycle data Dealer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial registration Dealer's address/phone number (company License plate stamp)
  • Page 3 About this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW. It contains im- portant information on how to operate the controls and how to get the most benefit from your BMW's advanced technical fea- tures.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Ambient temperature..23 Cruise control ....61 Oil level indicator ... . 23 Start-off assistance .
  • Page 5 Dimensions ....147 BMW Motorrad DTC ..92 9 Care ....131 Weights .
  • Page 6 12 Appendix ... . . 161 Certificates ....162 RDC certificate ... . 164 13 Index .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    BMW Motorrad Result of an activity. When the time comes to sell retailer. your BMW, please remember Reference to a page with to hand over this Rider's Manual; EWS Electronic immobilizer. more detailed informa- it is an important part of the mo- tion.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    If your BMW is equipped with and accessories. For this rea- options or accessories not de- son, aspects of your motorcycle 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 113) Fuel filler opening ( Operating panel for the audio system (see separate operating instructions) Seat lock ( Passenger seat heater Payload table Tire inflation pressure table Electronic suspension ad- justment ESA ( Storage compartment Adjustable shift lever 10 Wind deflection wing...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Vehicle Identification Num- ber (above engine oil fill location) Onboard power socket Brake-fluid reservoir, front 110) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 112) Type plate (on front sus- pension) Wind deflection wing Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick ( 106) Stowage compartment of...

  • Page 16: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Daytime driving light Cruise control ( Hazard warning flashers Operating auxiliary head- lights ( Windshield ( Turn indicators ( Horn Using DTC ( ESA control ( 10 Selecting favorite menu 49).

  • Page 17: Right

    Multifunction switch, right Central locking ( Selection of the riding mode ( Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starting the engine...

  • Page 18: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Rider's Manual (US Model) Fuses ( 129) Battery ( 126) Onboard toolkit ( 106)

  • Page 19: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Speedometer Release for navigation slot Warning and indicator lamps ( with navigation device Navigation system ( Ambient light sensor (for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting) Tachometer 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: Displays

    Displays Warning and indicator lamps ..20 Multifunction display ....21 Meaning of symbols ....22 Range .

  • Page 22: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps ABS ( DTC ( Turn indicator, left Fuel reserve ( Daytime driving light High-beam headlight Turn indicator, right Electronic engine manage- ment DWA ( 10 Auxiliary headlight ( 11 Cruise control ( 12 General warning lamp, ap- pears together with warn- ing symbols in display panel (...

  • Page 23: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Riding mode ( Hill Start Control Operating 63). Coolant temperature Warning lamps ( Menu area ( Area for messages relating to the audio system RDC readings Daytime driving light ESA settings ( Trip distance ( 10 Total distance covered 11 Clock ( 12 Fuel level 13 Gear indicator, "N"...

  • Page 24: Meaning Of Symbols

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

  • Page 25: Range

    The determined range is 5 Damping Oil level indicator an approximate reading. 6 Vehicle load BMW Motorrad therefore recom- The oil-level indicator gives Range mends that you do not try to use you an indication of the en- the full range before refueling.

  • Page 26: Service Display

    If the countdown distance to The readings mean: the early service is less than : Oil level correct. 621 mls (1000 km), countdown distance 2 appears on the dis- CHECK! : Check oil level during play. next refueling stop. If the service display –...

  • Page 27: Tire Inflation Pressures

    Additional information on the The displayed tire inflation pres- cated by 'General' warning light 1 BMW Motorrad Tire Pressure sures refer to a tire temperature showing in combination with a Monitor is provided starting on of 68 °F (20 °C).

  • Page 28: Overview Of Warning Indicators

    Overview of warning indicators Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Electronic immobilizer is active ( play Radio key outside reception range Replace battery of radio key ( Lights up Fuel-level reading Fuel down to reserve ( turns yellow...
  • Page 29 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up red Appears on the dis- Battery charge current insufficient play Appears on the dis- Onboard system voltage low ( play Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Onboard system voltage critical ( play Lights up yellow...
  • Page 30 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up ABS error ( Flashes rapidly DTC intervention ( Flashes slowly DTC self-diagnosis not completed Lights up DTC deactivated ( Lights up DTC error ( Flashes red + tire pressure in Tire inflation pressure is outside ap- proved range ( -- --...
  • Page 31 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensor play weak ( Lights up red Appears on the dis- Light direction of the low-beam headlight play not known ( Flashes yellow Appears on the dis-...
  • Page 32 Have the defective motorcycle pear while driving, keep calm. Fuel-level reading turns yellow. key replaced, preferably by an Driving can be continued; the authorized BMW Motorrad re- Fuel shortage can lead to engine will not switch off. tailer. engine misfires. This can...
  • Page 33 General warning light shows workshop, preferably an autho- an authorized BMW Motorrad red. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. retailer. The temperature reading turns Engine fault Severe engine fault red.
  • Page 34 If you continue to ride be pre- thorized workshop, preferably Topping up engine oil ( 108). pared for unusual engine be- an authorized BMW Motorrad havior (low power, poor re- Battery charge current retailer. sponse, abrupt stalling, etc.). insufficient...
  • Page 35 Please contact a specialized is idling. down. workshop, preferably an autho- Possible cause: rized BMW Motorrad retailer. When riding at low engine rpm switch off consumers that are Too many consumers switched Front light failure not necessary for road safety on.

  • Page 36: Abs Error

    Continued driving is possible ABS self-diagnosis not workshop, preferably an autho- while taking the failed ABS completed rized BMW Motorrad retailer. function into account. Observe ABS warning light flashes. additional information on situa- Outside temperature tions which can lead to an ABS...
  • Page 37 The warn- an authorized BMW Motorrad ing light flashes longer than the DTC deactivated retailer. DTC intervention lasts. This fea- DTC warning light lights up.
  • Page 38 Have fault eliminated at a spe- facility, preferably an authorized cialist service facility, preferably cialist service facility, preferably BMW Motorrad dealer. an authorized BMW Motorrad an authorized BMW Motorrad If you are unsure about the tire's dealer. dealer. suitability for continued riding: Do not continue riding.
  • Page 39 BMW Motorrad Light direction of the low- Beam-throw adjustment dealer. of the low-beam headlight beam headlight not known restricted General warning light shows Battery of tire-inflation red. General warning light pressure sensor weak flashes yellow. Headlight with question...
  • Page 40 The anti-theft alarm system bat- The anti-theft alarm battery no cialist workshop, preferably tery is completely discharged. longer has its full capacity. The an authorized BMW Motorrad Operation of the anti-theft alarm operation of the anti-theft alarm dealer. system is no longer ensured...

  • Page 41: Operation

    Operation Keyless Ride ......41 Riding mode ......60 Electronic immobilizer EWS .
  • Page 42 Seat ....... . 72...

  • Page 43: Keyless Ride

    Keyless Ride Locking handlebars handlebars to the left to set the steering lock. Turn handlebars to left or right. Keys Radio key is within reception Press and hold button 1. You are provided with 2 radio range. Steering lock audibly locks. keys and one emergency key Ignition, lights and all electrical each.

  • Page 44: Electronic Immobilizer

    Switch off ignition Version 1 Press and hold button 1. Briefly press button 1. Light is switched off. Radio key is within reception Parking lamps and all function Steering lock is locked. range. circuits switched on. The windscreen automatically The ignition can be deactivated Engine can be started.

  • Page 45: Central Locking

    2 on the remote control. only available through an autho- both cases and the Topcase The two stowage compart- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As are locked. ments in the side panels, the the radio keys are part of an in-...
  • Page 46 are described in the corre- sponding section. The ground lighting is switched on for a brief period. Emergency unlocking If the central locking system re- fuses to unlock, the cases can be opened manually as follows: Remove case ( 103). Turn radio key in stowage- Should you lose your keys, re- compartment lock 45°...
  • Page 47 The engine must be started within the de- fined time. 30 s Red LED flashes in instrument cluster. Key has been detected. Engine can be started. Press button 1. Starting the engine ( 78). Incorrect batteries or polar- Key bit folds open. ity can destroy the device.

  • Page 48: Multifunction Display

    menu you are currently viewing Install seal 1 and battery on the options fitted to the mo- cover 2. torcycle. is grayed to show you where you are in the sequence of menus. Red LED in instrument cluster You also have the option of flashes.
  • Page 49 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 50 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 51 Exiting menu By pressing the Multi- Hold down button 1. 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 52: 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 12 h / Fact. settings : Re- 24 h : Clock in 12-hour format store factory defaults (when...
  • Page 53 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. Push the Multi-Controller to the right and hold it in this po- With the stopwatch stopped, Push the Multi-Controller 1 to sition until the average value is...

  • Page 54: Trip Odometer

    Trip odometer Reset tripmeter and oncoming traffic could be dazzled. Switch on ignition. Selecting tripmeter Do not use the daytime light in Select desired trip odometer. Switch on ignition. the dark. The daytime driving light is easier to perceive by on- coming traffic than the low-beam headlight.
  • Page 55 manually as otherwise there is a If the main-beam headlight is switched on when the safety risk. daytime light is on, the daytime The changeover between light is switched off after ap- daytime light and dipped prox. 2 seconds and the main- headlight plus front side lights beam headlight, dipped headlight, can be performed automatically.

  • Page 56: Lights

    time light is switched on again. High-beam headlight and When the daytime light is on, headlight flasher the daytime light symbol shows on the multifunction display. Lights Parking lights The parking lights come on au- tomatically when the ignition is Immediately after switching off switched on.
  • Page 57 Headlight range If this warning symbol ap- pears it tells you that the The xenon headlight has con- onboard system voltage is low. tinuous beam throw control that If applicable, the auxiliary head- keeps beam throw constant re- lights might have been temporar- gardless of how the motorcycle ily switched off.

  • Page 58: Turn Indicators

    : Ground lighting comes The hazard warning flash- on for a brief period after the ers place a strain on the ignition is switched off. battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than : Ground lighting does not absolutely necessary.

  • Page 59: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Ignition can be switched off. Do not operate the emergency The heated grips option ON/OFF switch when riding. can only be activated when To switch off the hazard warning the engine is running. flashers: The engine can be switched Switch on the ignition and Handle heat.

  • Page 60: Seat Heating

    Seat heating can be acti- vated only when the engine is running. Seat heating Call up the menu. Symbol 1 appears on the display, Symbol 1 appears on the display, indicating that the handlebar grip indicating that the seat heating is heating is ON.

  • Page 61: Dynamic Traction Control

    have been temporarily switched be switched back to the first level. off. 2 Switch in middle position: Dynamic Traction Heating off. Control (DTC) 3 Switch in one-dot position: 50 % heating output. Switching DTC off and on 4 Switch in two-dot position: Switch on ignition ( 41).

  • Page 62: Riding Mode

    words until the ignition is next is pressed one of the possible switched on. riding modes is shown at posi- tion 3. The DTC warning light shows to indicate that DTC Repeatedly press the button has been switched off. until the reading shows the rid- ing mode you want.

  • Page 63: Cruise Control

    Cruise control Setting road speed Acceleration Switching on cruise control Briefly press button 1 forward. Briefly press button 1 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 64 Decreasing speed yond back position) to deacti- though you might have intended vate cruise-control system. slowing to a lower speed. Cruise control indicator lamp Indicator light for cruise- goes out. control system lights up. Resuming former cruising Switching off cruise speed control Briefly press button 1 back-...

  • Page 65: Start-Off Assistance

    Start-off assistance the two indicator lamps go out when the brake is fully re- Hill Start Control leased. Operating Hill Start Control is now switched off. Start-off assistance brake failure on switching off en- ESA Electronic gine/ignition, folding down side stand, expiry of time limit (approx.
  • Page 66 The current setting appears in The possible settings for the The possible settings for vehicle display field 1. damping characteristic appear load appear on the display. on the display. One-up Additional information on the Comfort : comfort mode electronic suspension adjust- Normal : normal mode One-up with luggage...

  • Page 67: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    grayed while adjustment is in movement of the moving train Confirmation tone sounds three progress. could trip the alarm), call up times (if programmed). Settings menu before The anti-theft alarm is active, Anti-theft alarm system switching off the ignition. the motion sensor is deacti- Vehicle Alarm (DWA)
  • Page 68 trol again during the activation Activation takes 30 seconds to is disconnected from the motor- complete. phase. cycle's battery. Turn indicators are illuminated Turn indicators are illuminated An alarm lasts for approximately three times. twice. 26 seconds. During the alarm, Confirmation tone sounds three Confirmation tone sounds an alarm tone sounds and...
  • Page 69 then not switched on, the alarm Turn indicators light up once. If an alarm was triggered while function is automatically reacti- Confirmation tone sounds the motorcycle was unattended, vated after 30 seconds if "Acti- once. the rider is notified accordingly vation after ignition off"...

  • Page 70: Tires

    when the alarm is switched on Tire pressure, front or off. Operat. tone Turn indicators flash as only 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire confirmation when anti-theft cold) alarm is switched on or off. Tire pressure, rear Make the desired adjustment using the Multi-Controller.

  • Page 71: Brakes

    Brakes Only adjust the clutch lever when the motorcycle is stationary. Adjusting handbrake lever Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not turn the handlebar fitting on the handlebar. Adjusting the handbrake Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- lever while driving can lead wise to increase distance be-...

  • Page 72: Shifting

    Shifting Press button 1 at bottom to Eccentric, peg to shift lower windshield. lever Adjusting shift lever Switch off ignition ( 42). The windscreen automatically 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) moves to the bottom limit posi- tion. Windshield If the windscreen encounters Adjust windshield resistance before it reaches Switch on ignition (...

  • Page 73: Wind Deflection Wing

    Wind deflection wing Storage compartments particular to electronic devices such as mobile phones and MP3 Adjusting slipstream Use the stowage players. deflectors 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 74: Mirrors

    Mirrors Seat Place the seat, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. Adjusting mirrors Remove the seat Installing seat Move mirror into desired posi- Use radio key to unlock seat tion by applying light pressure lock 1 and lift rear of seat. Connect plug 2 of the seat at edge.
  • Page 75 Position the seat with mounts 3 in rubber buffers 4 on left and right. Lower the rear of the seat and engage the seat in the latching mechanism.

  • Page 77: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....76 Checklist ......77 Starting .

  • Page 78: Safety Instructions

    Your authorized top speed as indicated on label odorless but highly toxic. BMW Motorrad retailer will be in case. Inhaling exhaust fumes happy to advise you and has Observe maximum payload and...

  • Page 79: Checklist

    Risk of burn injury Comply with all specified main- ure of safety-related functions. tenance intervals. Damage caused in this way is Engine and exhaust system not covered by the warranty. become very hot when the Unburned fuel will destroy Do not make any modifications. vehicle is in use.

  • Page 80: Starting

    Starting and twist the throttle grip Consult the troubleshooting slightly. chart if the engine refuses to Starting the engine start. ( 136) Switch on ignition ( 41). Pre-Ride Check Pre-Ride Check in progress. The instrument cluster runs a ABS self-diagnosis in progress. test of the indicator lights of the ABS, the ASC, the general warn- DTC self-diagnosis is per-...
  • Page 81 3.1 mph (5 km/h) before the thorized workshop, preferably The readiness for operation ABS self-diagnosis routine can an authorized BMW Motorrad of the BMW Motorrad DTC is be completed. retailer. checked by the self-diagnosis. ABS warning light flashes. The self-diagnosis routine runs...

  • Page 82: Breaking In

    Phase 2 thorized workshop, preferably Engine run-in speed an authorized BMW Motorrad Checking the diagnosable retailer. system components while driving. The engine must be No full throttle (Odometer Breaking in running and the motorcycle reading 0...621 miles must reach a speed of at Engine (0...1000 km))

  • Page 83: 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 84: Fuel Specifications

    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 85 Ethanol E85 might damage Do not smoke. Never bring a Pull lug 1 upward a second the engine and fuel supply naked flame near the fuel tank. time. system. Fuel filler cap unlocked. Fuel attacks plastic sur- Do not refuel with E85, i.e. fuel Version 2 faces, making them cloudy with an ethanol content of 85 %,...

  • Page 86: Fastening Motorcycle For Trans

    scratching. For example, use fuel warning lamp will not be switched off. adhesive tape or soft cloths. Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l) Reserve fuel quantity Fuel expands when ex- Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) posed to heat. When the Press fuel tank cap down tank is overfilled, fuel can escape The motorcycle can tip...
  • Page 87 Fasten straps at rear on both The ball joint and the brake sides on rear frame and ten- lines can suffer damage. sion. Take care not to damage Do not pull the straps over the components. footrests. Pass the straps on left and Uniformly tighten all the straps.

  • Page 89: Technology In Detail

    Integral ABS ......89 Engine management with BMW Motorrad DTC ....92 Tire Pressure Control TCP/RDC ..93 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA II .

  • 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 riding increase when you open the motorcycle's characteristics to mode: The sportier the setting, throttle is more direct than in...

  • Page 91: Hill Start Control

    To obtain this state, The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS by controlled intervention in the the motorcycle must be adapts the braking force distribu- semi-integrated ABS system...
  • Page 92 How does ABS work? What happens when How is the BMW Motorrad rough roads are Integral ABS noticeable to The maximum braking force that encountered? the rider? can be transferred to the road surface is partially dependent on Bumpy or rough roads can briefly...
  • Page 93 ABS fault is indicated. The To ensure that the the rear wheel from lifting off the condition for a fault code is the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is in ground. completed self-diagnosis. a properly maintained condition, it In addition to problems on the...

  • Page 94: Engine Management With Bmw Motorrad Dtc

    The rider is always respon- momentum take over and even sible for adapting his/her driving What is the design BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is style. baseline for unable to counteract their effects. Do not reduce the additional BMW Motorrad DTC?

  • Page 95: Tire Pressure Control Tcp/Rdc

    The tire inflation pressures are The sensors are equipped with shown temperature-compen- In this case, BMW Motorrad rec- a switch, which does not enable sated in the multifunction dis- ommends turning back the throt- the transmission of the measured...

  • Page 96: Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    the spring rate on the rear spring play; they refer to a tire temper- Example: According to the ature of 20 °C. No temperature strut is also adjusted in addition Rider's Manual, the tire inflation compensation takes place in the to the damping of both spring pressure is to be 42 psi (2.9 bar), struts.
  • Page 97 the sleeve surrounds the plastic element, the more its expansion is limited and the spring rate increases. The highest spring rate is achieved when the sleeve completely encloses the plastic element and sits on the steel spring. Accordingly, the spring rate is lower, the less the sleeve limits the expansion of the plastic element.

  • Page 99: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....98 Onboard power sockets ... . 98 Navigation system ....99 Case .

  • Page 100: General Instructions

    If maximum load capability some circumstances. products. as stated in the technical data is Use only parts and accessories You will find all BMW Motorrad exceeded. approved by BMW for your optional accessories on If several onboard sockets are motorcycle.

  • Page 101: Navigation System

    Navigation system Operating electrical acces- sories with navigation device 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 Operating navigation view zooms in on the map de- Special functions tail. device Integration of the BMW Motorrad Zoom – : Performs functions Navigator IV into the K 1600 If applicable, switch on the nav- marked with a minus sign - GTL series has produced a num- igation device.

  • Page 104: Case

    PIN to be entered is issued. Security settings Screen brightness The BMW Motorrad Navigator Screen brightness is adjusted by IV or V can be secured against the motorcycle while the unit is unauthorized use with a four-digit cradled.
  • Page 105 Close case Remove case Case is released and can be removed. Mount case Fold up handle as far as possi- ble. Pull release lever 2 all the way Turn radio key in case lock to RELEASE position. Handle pops out. Close case lid and press down.

  • Page 106: Topcase

    Pull the release lever all the way up and open the lid of the topcase. Close topcase Press handle 3 down until it Turn radio key in Topcase lock engages. to position indicated by dot. Turn radio key in case lock into LOCK position and remove.

  • Page 107: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....106 Onboard tool kit ....106 Engine oil .

  • Page 108: General Instructions

    The higher the temperature, described here. If you are in the higher the level of oil in the doubt, consult an authorized sump. Checking the oil level with workshop, preferably your au- the engine cold or after a short thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 109 trip leads to misinterpretations of the oil fill quantity. To ensure that the display of the engine oil level is correct, only check the oil level with the en- gine at operating temperature. Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle at operating temperature on its Remove oil dipstick 1 and wipe center stand.

  • Page 110: Brake System

    Always make sure that the oil Have all work on the brake sys- an authorized BMW Motorrad level is correct. tem carried out by specialists. retailer. Add engine oil up to specified Have the brakes checked at an Install oil dipstick.
  • Page 111 1. ity, preferably an authorized Front brake-pad wear BMW Motorrad retailer. limit Check rear brake pad min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm) thickness (Only friction material without Make sure ground is level and carrier plate.
  • Page 112 Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized Check brake fluid level in front Rear brake-pad wear BMW Motorrad dealer. brake-fluid reservoir 1. limit The brake fluid level in the Checking front brake fluid min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
  • Page 113 BMW Motorrad re- tailer. If the lower edge of the black bellows in the brake-fluid reser- voir is below the MAX graduation: Check front brake pad thick- ness ( 108). Checking rear brake fluid Check level of brake fluid in...

  • Page 114: Coolant

    BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Coolant Check 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 Between MIN and MAX marks Brake fluid, DOT4...

  • Page 115: Clutch

    Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho- Check clutch function rized workshop, preferably an Pull back the clutch lever. authorized BMW Motorrad re- Pressure point must be clearly tailer. perceptible. Wheel rims and tires If no clear pressure point can be...

  • Page 116: Wheels

    Make sure ground is level and For every size of tire, due to conversion to others than firm and park motorcycle. BMW Motorrad has tested and the wheels installed as standard Measure tire tread depth in approved certain makes as...

  • Page 117: Removing Front Wheel

    TPC/RDC sticker is not damaged. Inform the BMW Motorrad retailer or the authorized 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...
  • Page 118 BMW Motorrad recommends brake disks. the BMW Motorrad front wheel bly. stand for lifting the motorcycle. Do not operate the handbrake lever when the brake calipers Mounting front wheel stand 120).

  • Page 119: Installing Front Wheel

    3 with loosen or remove the left clamp- Always have the tightening torque. ing device. torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an Remove right-hand axle clamp- authorized BMW Motorrad ing screw 2. retailer.
  • Page 120 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 121: 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 122: 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 123 BMW Motorrad front wheel Center front wheel stand rela- Tighten locating screws 1. stand. tive to front wheel and push it against front axle.

  • Page 124: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting terminal while connecting fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends. the other end to discharged The wires leading to the battery's negative terminal. Jump-starting with a donor- power socket do not have Start engine of the vehicle with battery voltage higher than a load-capacity rating adequate discharged battery in usual 12 V can damage the motorcycle...
  • Page 125 in the same way on the right side. Remove screw 1. Remove screws 1. Switch on the ignition and raise Work speaker unit 2 to the rear the windscreen to its highest to remove. Turn slipstream deflector 1 out. position. Remove screw 2 and work Remove screw 2 and work side cover 3 to the rear and...
  • Page 126 Turn covers 1 counterclock- Release spring clip 3 at left Install bulb 4 while ensuring wise to remove. and right and swing it up. correct position of lug 5. Remove bulb 4. Insert spring clip 3. Replace defective bulb. Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W To protect the glass against...
  • Page 127 Turn covers 1 clockwise to in- Seat the speaker unit in Hold hand protector 3 in posi- stall. mount 4. tion and install screw 2. Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to its lowest position. Install screw 1.

  • Page 128: Battery

    BMW Motorrad retailer. Compliance with the points be- low is important in order to maxi- Replacing the LED turn Hold side cover 3 in position...
  • Page 129 Use suitable BMW chargers. cepted. motorcycle electronics. The correct charger is available through your authorized During driving breaks of more To charge the battery via the than 4 weeks, a trickle-charger battery terminals, disconnect the BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 130: Remove Battery

    Charging disconnected Installing battery battery Place battery in battery com- partment, positive terminal on Charge battery using a suitable right in direction of travel. charger. Comply with operating instruc- tions of charger. Once the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger's terminal clips from the battery terminals.

  • Page 131: Fuses

    BMW Motorrad Installing seat ( 72). Not in use retailer. Not in use Switch on ignition. Not in use Installing seat ( 72). Settings Set the time in Time and set the date in Fuse assignment Left handlebar fitting, top-...

  • Page 133: Care

    Care Care products ..... 132 Washing your vehicle ....132 Cleaning sensitive vehicle parts .

  • Page 134: Care Products

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

  • Page 135: Paint Care

    Paint care with plenty of water and BMW Do not use cleaning agents that auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- Washing the vehicle regularly will contain alcohol, solvents or abra- ish for additional treatment.

  • Page 136: Storing Motorcycle

    BMW synthetic waxes. Motorrad recommends remov- When water fails to form beads ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re- on the paint surface this indicates mover. Then add a protective it is time to apply wax.

  • Page 137: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 136 Weights ......148 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 138: 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 procedure ( 83).

  • Page 139: 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 140: Engine

    Engine Engine number location Crankcase, on right-hand side over engine oil filler neck 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)

  • Page 141: Fuel

    Emission standard EU 3 BMW recommends BP fuel Engine oil Engine oil, capacity 1.2 gal (4.5 l), with filter change Viscosity class Product recommended by BMW Motorrad: Cas- SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2 trol Power 1 Racing BMW recommends...

  • Page 142: 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 1.428 (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 143: 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) Suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension...

  • Page 144: Brakes

    0.19 in (min 4.9 mm), wear limit 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- motorrad.com Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Front-wheel rim size 3.50"...

  • Page 145: Electrical System

    Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Rear-wheel rim size 6.00" x 17" Rear tire designation 190 / 55 ZR 17 Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 1.6 oz (max 45 g) 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 Electrical system...
  • Page 146 Bulbs Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulbs for low-beam headlight D1S / 35 W Bulb for parking light Lighting rings, integrated into headlight Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear...
  • Page 147 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 148: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-theft alarm system Anti-theft alarm Activation time 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), for DWA and central locking 3.3...4.9 ft (1.0...1.5 m), for ignition/tank lock/steer- ing lock Signal frequency...

  • Page 149: 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 the vehicle identification number Frame side section, front right (beside engine-oil filler neck) Dimensions Motorcycle length 98 in (2490 mm), over topcase Motorcycle height 57.7 in (1465 mm), across windshield at DIN un-...

  • Page 150: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 794 lbs (360 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 441 lbs (200 kg) Performance data Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- 20 % ble total weight)

  • Page 151: Service

    Service Reporting safety defects ... 150 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 151 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......151 Maintenance procedures .

  • Page 152: 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 153: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad Service of a breakdown (BMW Roadside To ensure that your BMW con- Assistance, breakdown assis- sistently remains in optimal con- With its worldwide service net- tance, vehicle recovery and re- dition BMW Motorrad urges you work, BMW Motorrad can attend trieval, etc.).
  • Page 154 BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be de- pendent on the vehicle owner and the mileage driven. Your BMW Motorrad retailer confirms that the service has been per- formed and enters the date for the next service.

  • Page 155: 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 156 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 157 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 158 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 159 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 160: 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 161 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 163 Appendix Certificates ......162 RDC certificate ....164...
  • Page 164 USA, Canada Any changes or modifications not expressly Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device approved by the party responsible for FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 compliance could void the user’s authority to IC: 4008C-HUF5750...
  • Page 165 Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards: 1.
  • Page 166 Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils RSS standard(s).
  • Page 167 Installing, 128 Bulbs Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Replace additional LED Maintenance instructions, 126 headlight, 126 Position on vehicle, 16 Self-diagnosis, 79 Replace bulb for high-beam Removing, 128 Technology in detail, 89 headlight, 122 Technical data, 143 Warning indicators, 34 Replace LED tail light, 126 Warning for battery charge Accessories Replacing fiber-optic halo...
  • Page 168 Clutch Daytime driving light Engine Adjusting handlebar lever, 68 Automatic daytime light Starting, 78 Checking fluid level, 113 function, 53 Technical data, 138 Checking operation, 113 Control, 14 Warning for engine Fluid reservoir, 11 Daytime light manual mode, 52 electronics, 31 Technical data, 140 Dimensions Engine oil...
  • Page 169 Fuel Heated handlebar grips Switch on ignition, 41 Refueling, 83 Operating, 57 Unlock fuel filler cap, 83 Technical data, 139 Hill Start Control, 63, 89 Warning indicator, 30 Fuel reserve Horn, 14 Keys, 41 Range, 23 Warning indicator, 30 Immobilizer Lights Fuses Emergency key, 42...
  • Page 170 Mirrors Multifunction display, 21 Navigation devices Adjusting, 72 Right side of vehicle, 13 Installing, 99 Mobility Services, 151 Right-hand multifunction Operating, 101 Motorcycle switch, 15 Removing, 100 Care, 131 Underneath seat, 16 Notice concerning current Cleaning, 131 Warning and indicator status, 7 Lashing down with straps, 84 lamps, 20...
  • Page 171 Riding mode Starting, 78 Spark plugs, 143 Adjusting, 60 Control, 15 Standards, 7 Technology in detail, 88 Storage compartment Suspension, 141 Operating, 71 Transmission, 140 Position on vehicle, 11, 13 Weights, 148 Safety instructions Suspension Wheels and tires, 142 On braking, 81 Technical data, 141 Tires On riding, 76...
  • Page 172 Type plate Outside temperature warning, 34 Position on vehicle, 13 Overview, 20 Service, 38 Vehicle identification number Tire Pressure Monitor, 35 Position on vehicle, 13 Undervoltage, 32 Weights Warning lamps, 17 Payload table, 16 ABS, 34 Technical data, 148 Anti-theft alarm system, 38 Wheels Check wheel rims, 113 Battery charge current, 32...
  • Page 173 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2013 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Reprints and duplication of this work, in whole or part, are pro- hibited without the express writ- ten approval of BMW Motorrad, Aftersales.
  • Page 174 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 *01418550727* Order No.: 01 41 8 550 727 10.2013, 1st edition, 07...

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