BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. BMW Manuals
  4. Motorcycle
  5. F 800 GS -
  6. Rider's manual

BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual

Specialvehicle
Hide thumbs Also See for F 800 GS:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

BMW Motorrad
The Ultimate
Riding Machine
Rider's Manual
F 800 GS Special vehicle

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for BMW F 800 GS

Summary of Contents for BMW F 800 GS

  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual F 800 GS Special vehicle...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with We hope you will enjoy riding your new vehicle so that you can your BMW and that all your jour- ride it safely and confidently in all neys will be pleasant and safe traffic situations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3 Status indicators ..27 BMW Motorrad ABS ..53 Technical data ....7 Multifunction display .
  • Page 5 Wheels ....118 BMW Motorrad ABS ..85 Front-wheel stand ..127 Engine oil .
  • Page 6 Maintenance work ..164 Maintenance schedule ..167 Standard BMW service ..168 Confirmation of mainten- ance work ....169 Confirmation of service .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    When the time comes to sell Tightening torque. your BMW, please remember ATTENTION Special to hand over this Rider's Manual; notes and precautionary it is an important part of the mo- measures.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Rider's Manual. If your BMW was supplied with Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely Electronic immobiliser. equipment not described in rule out errors and omissions.

  • Page 11: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....11 Instrument panel ....25 General view, left side, with optional extras .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Power socket ( Seat lock ( Engine-oil filler neck and oil dipstick ( 107)

  • Page 15: General View, Left Side, With

    General view, left side, with optional extras Radio transceiver box 103) Auxiliary battery in radio transceiver box ( 142) Fire extinguisher ( 104) Loudspeaker for hailing system ( Loudspeaker for siren...

  • Page 17: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Fuel filler neck ( Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 112) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 111) VIN, type plate (on steering-head bearing) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 113) Adjuster, spring preload Adjuster for damping char- acteristic (...

  • Page 19: General View, Right Side, With

    General view, right side, with optional extras LED 360° marker strobe LED marker strobe (...

  • Page 20: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Stowage with first-aid kit Location of the first-aid kit Standard toolkit ( 106) Payload table Table of tyre pressures Helmet holder ( Rider's Manual Tool for adjusting spring preload (...

  • Page 21: Underneath The Seat With Optional

    Underneath the seat with optional extras Fuse box ( 134)

  • Page 22: Underneath The Trim Panel

    Underneath the trim panel Battery ( 138) Air-filter housing ( 136)

  • Page 23: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Select display ( Hazard warning flashers with LED auxiliary head- lights Operation of the auxiliary headlights ( Operation of the flashing turn indicators ( Horn with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Operating ESA ( Operating the ABS with Automatic Stability Control (ASC)

  • Page 24: With Optional Extras

    Multifunction switch, left, with optional extras Operation of the hailing system ( Operation of the siren Selection of the sound sig- nal ( Operation of the siren...

  • Page 25: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Grip heating control with off-road mode ABS and ASC Off-road mode ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button (...

  • Page 26: With Optional Extras

    Multifunction switch, right, with optional extras Operation of the strobe marker lights, with blue status-indicator light Operation of the lights-off setting, with green status- indicator light ( Operation of the 360° strobe marker light, with blue status-indicator light Twistgrip brake (...

  • Page 27: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Warning and telltale lights Speedometer Setting clock ( 43). with on-board com- puter Operation of the stopwatch Multifunction display Select display ( 44). Resetting tripmeter 45). Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) with on-board com- puter Redline warning (...

  • Page 29: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Multifunction display ....28 Meaning of symbols ....29 Warning and telltale lights .

  • Page 30: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Warning for engine elec- tronics ( without indicator with heated handlebar grips Display showing chosen level of grip heating without indicator with on-board com- puter Stopwatch ( Time ( Warning for coolant tem- perature ( Service due ( Value range of the odo- meter (...

  • Page 31: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols without indicator with on-board com- with on-board computer puter On-board computer read- Distance travelled after fuel ings ( down to reserve ( Symbols of the on-board computer ( Average consumption Coolant temperature display 10 without indicator Average speed with on-board com- puter Gear indicator;...

  • Page 32: Warning And Telltale Lights

    Warning and telltale lights ABS telltale and warning light ( without indicator with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ASC telltale and warning light ( Warning light for fuel down to reserve ( 31) ( General warning light, in combination with warnings in the display ( High-beam headlight tell- tale light...

  • Page 33: Fuel Level

    Fuel level Fuel reserve NOTICE Due to the complex shape of the The amount of fuel present in The ABS symbol might differ, fuel tank, it is impossible to de- the fuel tank when the fuel warn- depending on the specifics of termine the fuel level when the ing light is switched on is de- national regulations.

  • Page 34: Service-Due Indicator

    1000 km, than one month, the date for the BMW Motorrad dealer. the distance is counted down in next service 1 is shown briefly steps of 100 km 1 and is shown...

  • Page 35: Warnings

    of the engine's heat becomes ex- cessive, temporarily appears on the display. If ambient temperature drops be- low 3 °C the temperature display flashes to draw your attention to the risk of black ice form- ing. The display automatically switches from any other mode to the temperature reading when Warnings that do not have warn- A reading in values area 2...
  • Page 36 Warnings, overview Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up yellow + " " appears Electronic immobiliser active ( on the display lights up Fuel down to reserve ( lights up red flashes Coolant temperature too high ( lights up yellow appears on the Engine in emergency-operation mode...
  • Page 37 Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up ABS fault ( quick-flashes ASC intervention ( slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed lights up ASC deactivated ( lights up ASC fault (...

  • Page 38: Electronic Immobiliser

    Have the defective key re- The coolant temperature is too placed, preferably by an au- high. Coolant temperature too thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If possible, ride in the part-load high range to cool down the engine. Fuel down to reserve...
  • Page 39 Engine symbol appears on Bulb defective. specialist workshop, preferably the display. Visually inspect to ascertain an authorised BMW Motorrad which bulb is defective. dealer. WARNING Replacing low-beam and high- Bulb defective beam headlight bulb ( 128).

  • Page 40: Abs Deactivated

    ABS deactivated with LED auxiliary headlights particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where Replace auxiliary headlights ABS telltale and warning the road is in shade. 133). light shows. Ride carefully and think well Outside temperature Possible cause: ahead.

  • Page 41: Asc Intervention

    BMW Motorrad Possible cause: ASC telltale and warning dealer. light slow-flashes. The rider has switched off the ASC system. Possible cause: ASC intervention Activate ASC Self-diagnosis did not complete, with Automatic Stability Control so the ASC function is not avail-...
  • Page 42 BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 43: Operation

    Rider's Manual ..... . 66 BMW Motorrad ABS ....53...

  • Page 44: Ignition Switch

    Consult a specialist ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- ited period of time. workshop, preferably an author- gress. ( The battery can be recharged ised BMW Motorrad dealer. with Automatic Stability Control via the on-board socket. (ASC) Locking handlebars ASC self-diagnosis is per- Turn the handlebars all the way formed.

  • Page 45: Electronic Immobiliser

    You can obtain emergency/extra identified as “authorised”. keys only through an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys NOTICE are part of an integrated security system, so the dealer is under an A spare key attached to the...

  • Page 46: Reading

    Reading with on-board computer Select display Switch on the ignition. Press and hold down button 1 until the hours number 2 Press button 1 to select the flashes. reading in values area 2. Repeatedly press the button The following values can be dis- until the hours number is cor- played: Press button 1 to select the...

  • Page 47: Stopwatch

    Resetting tripmeter Stopwatch Switch on the ignition. Select the desired tripmeter. Press and hold down button 1 until the value shown is reset. You can switch from the odo- meter reading to a stopwatch 2. Stopwatch The readout is in hours, minutes, Press and hold down button 1 seconds and tenths of a second, with on-board computer...
  • Page 48 use button 1 to operate the on- Changing button board computer. functions The stopwatch continues to time in the background if you switch back temporarily to the odometer reading. Similarly, the stopwatch continues timing if you temporar- ily switch off the ignition. Operating stopwatch When the stopwatch is stopped, press button 2 to...

  • Page 49: Lights

    Low-beam headlight High-beam headlight and : Stopwatch operated by means of the INFO button on headlight flasher The low-beam headlight comes the handlebar fitting. on automatically under the fol- : Stopwatch operated by lowing conditions: means of button 2 in the in- If the engine is started strument panel.

  • Page 50: Turn Indicators

    Hazard warning automatically after the defined flashers time and distance. The defined time and distance can be set by Operate hazard warning an authorised BMW Motorrad flashers dealer. Switch on the ignition. Immediately after switching off NOTICE the ignition, push button 1 to...

  • Page 51: Light Signals

    Light signals The hazard warning flashers How to interpret the indicator recommence flashing as soon as light: Operating front LED the button is released. Blue status-indicator light on: marker strobes LED marker strobe lights are Blue status-indicator light flash- ing: LED marker strobe lights faulty Centre the switch to switch the front LED marker strobe lights...

  • Page 52: Sound Signals

    Sound signals Blue status-indicator light flash- NOTICE ing: 360° marker strobe light is Operate hailing system defective The 360° marker strobe places Centre the switch to switch the a load on the second battery. 360° marker strobe light off. Switch on 360° marker strobe for a limited time period only.
  • Page 53 The program- the siren off. ming unit and the replacement parts are available from your au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Operate siren Press switch 1 to select the Press top section of switch 2 type of hailing-system signal, to set the siren to "hold &...

  • Page 54: Emergency Off Switch

    The siren sounds in the corres- Do not operate the kill switch NOTICE ponding mode for as long as when riding. horn button 1 is pressed down. The heating in the heated The emergency off switch is a handlebar grips can be activated kill switch for switching off the Emergency off switch only when the engine is...

  • Page 55: Bmw Motorrad Abs

    ABS telltale and warn- making further changes. pears on the display. ing light changes status. BMW Motorrad ABS ABS telltale and warning light shows. Deactivating the ABS function with Automatic Stability Control...

  • Page 56: Bmw Motorrad Asc

    ASC telltale and warn- Press and hold down button 1 ing light changes status. BMW Motorrad ASC until the ABS telltale and warn- ASC telltale and warning with Automatic Stability Control ing light changes status.

  • Page 57: Riding Mode

    The ASC function is deactiv- ASC telltale and warning BMW Motorrad has developed ated. light remains off or contin- two operational scenarios for ues to flash. your motorcycle from which you Activating the ASC can select the scenario suitable function The ASC function is activated.
  • Page 58 Symbol for off-road mode 2 ATTENTION flashes. While riding: If the prerequis- Activation of the off-road ites for riding mode adjust- mode (Enduro) when riding ments mentioned below are on-road. met, the off-road mode is activ- Risk of crash due to lack of sta- ated: bility when the vehicle brakes or Throttle twistgrip in idle posi-...

  • Page 59: Clutch

    Symbol for off-road mode is NOTICE suppressed. If a riding mode was selected Clutch prior to switching the ignition off, it remains further active after a Adjusting clutch lever new starting. WARNING Adjusting the clutch lever while riding. Operate button 1 again. Risk of accident Symbol for on-road riding 2 Do not attempt to adjust the...

  • Page 60: Brakes

    between the clutch lever and WARNING NOTICE the handlebar grip. Turn adjusting screw 1 Adjusting the brake lever The adjusting screw is easier to counter-clockwise to reduce while riding. turn if you push the brake lever the span between the clutch forward.

  • Page 61: Spring Preload

    Adjust mirror arm Locknut (mirror) to clamping piece Joining compound: Multi-wax spray 20 Nm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Remove on-board toolkit 1. Spring preload Push protective cap 1 up over Setting the threaded fastener on the It is essential to set spring pre- mirror arm.

  • Page 62: Damping

    Impaired handling. Stow the on-board toolkit in its correct position. Adjust spring-strut damping to suit spring preload. Install the seat ( 64). If you want to increase spring Damping preload, use the tool from the Setting on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 clockwise.

  • Page 63: Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    screw 1 in the direction indic- Call up settings Basic setting of rear- ated by the H arrow. Switch on the ignition. suspension damping If you want a softer damping characteristic characteristic, turn adjusting screw 1 in the direction indic- Turn the adjusting screw ated by the S arrow.

  • Page 64: Tyres

    display at 1. The meanings of certain length of time to pass the readings are as follows: without pressing button 1. COMF Comfortable damping The ESA indicator disappears characteristic from the display as soon as NORM adjustment completes. Normal damping char- acteristic Tyres SPORt...

  • Page 65: Headlight

    Check tyre pressures against of the road applies, its asymmet- ist workshop, preferably an au- the data below. ric low-beam headlight will tend thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Tyre pressure, front to dazzle oncoming traffic. Have the headlight set Adjusting headlight beam...

  • Page 66: Seat

    Seat Adjust beam throw by tilting the headlight slightly about its Removing seat horizontal axis. Make sure the ground is level Tighten screws 1 on left and and firm and place the motor- right. cycle on its stand. Beam-throw basic setting Lift seat 2 at the front and re- lease the key.

  • Page 67: Helmet Holder

    Engage the seat in holders 3. Use a plastic-sheathed steel ATTENTION cable to secure the helmet to Firmly press down on the seat helmet holder 1 on left or right. at the front. Attachment of the helmet on The seat engages with an aud- the left side of the vehicle.

  • Page 68: Rider's Manual

    Pass the steel cable through Stowing the pocket in the rear the helmet and the holder and of the vehicle. position cable and helmet as shown here. Install the seat ( 64). Rider's Manual Stowing the Rider’s Manual Tuck the Rider’s Manual(s) into the pocket provided.

  • Page 69: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....68 Comply with checklist ....71 Starting .

  • Page 70: Safety Instructions

    Your authorised Carefully try out the limits of Risk of falling BMW Motorrad dealer will be the motorcycle's bank angle Do not exceed the permissible glad to advise you on the correct and adapt your style of riding gross weight and be sure to clothing for every purpose.
  • Page 71 with cases with tank rucksack fect the handling of your motor- cycle, e.g.: Note the maximum permissible Spring-strut and shock-ab- with aluminium cases payload of the tank rucksack sorber system not set up cor- (see also the section entitled Make sure that the weight is rectly "Accessories").

  • Page 72: Catalytic Converter

    Risk of burn injury Comply with the tyre-specific Stop the engine immediately if speed restrictions. it misfires CAUTION Use only unleaded fuel Always bear the maximum per- Comply with all specified main- missible speed of the tyres in Engine and exhaust system tenance intervals.

  • Page 73: Comply With Checklist

    Do not allow the engine to idle Check engine oil level ( 107). Always before riding off: unnecessarily. Check front brake pad thick- Operation of the brake system Ride away immediately after ness ( 109). Operation of the lights and sig- starting the engine.
  • Page 74 or push it a long distance with the twistgrip slightly to open If the engine refuses to start, the engine switched off. the throttle. consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled Switch on the ignition. "Technical data". ( 148) Pre-Ride-Check is performed Pre-ride check ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-...
  • Page 75 ABS telltale and warning quence. specialist workshop, preferably light flashes. an authorised BMW Motorrad If a needle did not move or if a dealer. Phase 2 warning light or telltale light did Test of the wheel-speed sensors...

  • Page 76: Twistgrip Brake

    BMW Motorrad ASC telltale and warning WARNING light slow-flashes. dealer. Failure of automatic throttle Twistgrip brake Phase 2 closure because twist grip Test of the diagnosis-compat- brake overtightened. ible system components while Loss of vehicle control. Risk of the motorcycle is on the move accident.

  • Page 77: Running In

    Tyres Comply with the rpm limits for running in. New tyres have a smooth sur- face. This must be roughened by Running-in speed riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in. This running in pro- <5000 min cedure is essential if the tyres are Do not omit the first running-in...

  • Page 78: Off-Roading

    Redline warning Activating redline warning them down until the reading changes. Off-roading After off-roading BMW Motorrad recommends checking the following after riding the motorcycle off-road: Tyre pressure The redline warning indicates Press button 1 and button 2 WARNING that engine revolutions have at the same time and hold reached the rev.

  • Page 79: Brakes

    Rims place with the load shifting for- ATTENTION BMW Motorrad recommends ward from the rear to the front Riding on unsurfaced roads checking the rims for damage wheel. The sharper the vehicle or dirty road surfaces.

  • Page 80: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Riding in the rain or through Side stand puddles of water Switch off the engine. BMW Motorrad ABS prevents After the vehicle has been the front wheel from locking up. washed ATTENTION Riding on salted or gritted...

  • Page 81: Refuelling

    Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Always check that the ground ATTENTION topples. under the stand is level and firm. Do not sit or lean on the Leaded fuel. vehicle while it is propped on Damage to catalytic converter. the side stand.
  • Page 82 Do not overfill the fuel tank. Recommended fuel grade ATTENTION Regular unleaded (slight Fuel attacks plastic surfaces. power- and consumption- Surfaces become unsightly or related restrictions) (max. dull. 10 % ethanol, E10) Clean plastic parts immediately 91 ROZ/RON after contact with fuel. 87 AKI Make sure the ground is level Open the protective cap.

  • Page 83: Secure Motorcycle For Trans

    Reserve fuel NOTICE When refuelling after running on min 2.7 l reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re- Press the fuel tank cap down serve, as otherwise the new level firmly to close. will not be registered and the fuel Remove the key and close the warning light indicating that the...
  • Page 84 At the rear, secure the straps ATTENTION to the rear frame on both sides and tighten the straps. Trapping of components. Tighten all the straps uniformly; Component damage the vehicle's suspension should Do not trap components such be compressed as tightly as as brake lines or cable legs.

  • Page 85: Engineering Details

    ABS ....... . 85 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC ....87...

  • Page 86: Riding Mode

    Riding mode In the ROAD mode ABS has The throttle twistgrip must be been adjusted to on-road rid- in the fully closed position, with off-road mode ABS and ing. The brake levers must be in In ENDURO mode ABS has the released positions, been adjusted to off-road riding The clutch lever must...

  • Page 87: Brake System With

    BMW Motorrad much lower coefficients of friction pens the braking force that can ABS will be unable to prevent than a clean, dry asphalt surface.
  • Page 88 Exceptional riding Within the limits imposed by conditions: physics, BMW Motorrad ABS en- WARNING Riding for a lengthy period with sures directional stability on any the front wheel lifted off the surface. The system is not op- Brake system not regularly ground (wheelie).

  • Page 89: Electronic Engine Manage

    Invariably, it remains the rider's BMW Motorrad ASC? momentum take over and even responsibility to adapt riding BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to BMW Motorrad ASC is designed style to riding conditions. counteract their effects. as an assistant system for the Do not take risks that would rider and for use on public roads.
  • Page 90 Heating up with the motorcycle time. Engine braking torque can on the centre stand or an auxil- cause the rear wheel to lock, with iary stand, engine idling or with a corresponding loss of stability. a gear engaged The BMW Motorrad ASC is un-...

  • Page 91: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....90 Power sockets ..... . 90 Auxiliary headlights.

  • Page 92: General Instructions

    If maximum load capability as ditions experienced by BMW BMW is unable to accept any li- stated in the technical data is vehicles and, consequently, ability whatsoever for parts and...

  • Page 93: Auxiliary Headlights

    Auxiliary headlights the ignition is switched on. The accessory remains operational with LED auxiliary headlights if the ignition is subsequently switched off. Approximately 15 Operating auxiliary minutes after ignition is turned headlights off, power sockets are switched off to lessen the burden on the NOTICE on-board electrical system.

  • Page 94: Luggage

    Luggage Lashing luggage Position luggage strap 2 as Turn key 1 in the case lock to shown here with a stuffbag as right angles with the forward example. direction of travel. Loop the luggage straps over Check that the luggage is se- Keep the yellow latch 2 held the bar between the motor- cure.
  • Page 95 Adjusting case volume with cases Open the case and remove all its contents. Push yellow button 4 down ATTENTION and at the same time open the lid of the case. Closure of carrying handle with case lock latched. Close cases Damage to locking tab.
  • Page 96 Removing cases with cases Pull red release lever 4 up. Fully open latching flap 5, if ne- cessary pulling up red release Latching flap 5 pops up. lever 4. Fully open the latching flap. Turn key 1 in the case lock to Take a firm grip of the handle right angles with the forward and lift the case out of the...

  • Page 97: Aluminium Cases

    Push latching flap 5 down as Contact your authorised far as it will go and hold it in BMW Motorrad dealer if you this position. cannot find your combination of Push red release lever 4 down.
  • Page 98 Closing cases with aluminium cases Disengage retainer 1. Engage retainer 1. Close the case lid. Close the case lid. Open the second catch of the Close the second latch of the Close the case lid. case lid. case lid. Set the latch 3 on the lid. Remove the case lid.
  • Page 99 Pull the case back as far as it will go and then out to remove. Installing cases with aluminium cases Turn key 1 counter-clockwise. Place the latch 3 on the case carrier while holding the case. Push lock housing 2 to one side in order to release the Push lock housing 2 to the catch 3.

  • Page 100: Topcase

    Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and cases on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows: Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle...
  • Page 101 Removing the topcase and remove the key from the lock. with topcase Adjusting topcase volume with topcase Open the topcase and remove all its contents. Press down firmly on the top- case lid to close. ATTENTION Turn key 1 in the topcase lock to the vertical position.
  • Page 102 Press the topcase onto the topcase carrier plate at the rear. Pull back red release lever 4. Fully open latching flap 5, if necessary pulling red release Latching flap 5 pops up. lever 4 to the rear. Fully open latching flap 5. Take a firm grip of the handle Push latching flap 5 fully and lift the topcase out of the...

  • Page 103: Aluminium Topcase

    Closing topcase Contact your authorised the topcase or fit the backrest with aluminium topcase BMW Motorrad dealer if you cushion available as an optional cannot find your combination of accessory if you intend off-road- vehicle and topcase on the label.
  • Page 104 Close the topcase lid. Turn key 1 counter-clockwise. Set the topcase on the top- case rack and push it forward Set the latch 3 on the lid. Push lock housing 2 down- in such a way that mounts on wards in order to release the Push lock housing 2 down, topcase rack 5 and on top- catch 3.

  • Page 105: Two-Way Radio Box

    Two-way radio box Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you Open radio transceiver cannot find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows: Maximum permissible speed for riding with top-...

  • Page 106: Fire Extinguisher

    Fitting fire extinguisher Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case. Fire extinguisher Removing fire extinguisher Hold the fire extinguisher at the carry handle 1 and fit retaining strap 2. Ensure that the fire extinguisher sits on the storage tray.

  • Page 107: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....106 Battery ......138 Toolkit .

  • Page 108: General Instructions

    Some of the work calls for spe- 131). cial tools and a thorough know- Replacing number-plate ledge of the technology involved. light bulbs ( 132). If you are in doubt consult a specialist workshop, preferably Removing battery your authorised BMW Motorrad 140). dealer.

  • Page 109: Engine Oil

    Wipe the area around the oil filler neck clean. BMW Motorrad has assembled Allow the engine to idle until ATTENTION a service toolkit that is ideal for the fan starts up, then allow it carrying out extended service to idle one minute longer.
  • Page 110 If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Install the oil dipstick. Top up the engine oil Use a dry cloth to wipe gauge Make sure the ground is level...

  • Page 111: Brake System

    Have the brakes checked by a Install the oil dipstick. their thickness. Viewing direc- specialist workshop, preferably tion: between wheel and front Brake system an authorised BMW Motorrad suspension toward brake cal- dealer. Check operation of brakes liper 1. Check front brake pad Pull the front brake lever.
  • Page 112 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, Visually inspect the brake pads preferably an authorised Brake-pad wear limit, BMW Motorrad dealer. to ascertain their thickness. front Viewing direction: from the rear Check rear brake pad toward brake caliper 1.

  • Page 113: Front Brakes

    Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Check brake-fluid level, WARNING front brakes Not enough brake fluid in Make sure the ground is level brake fluid reservoir.
  • Page 114 Wear of the brake pads causes quickly as possible by a spe- the brake fluid level in the reser- cialist workshop, preferably voir to sink. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Check the brake-fluid level, rear brakes WARNING Make sure the ground is level...

  • Page 115: Coolant

    If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Coolant Check the coolant level in Checking coolant level Coolant, specified level expansion tank 1.

  • Page 116: Clutch

    If the pressure point is not clearly Clutch cable play perceptible: Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably 5 mm (Handlebars in straight- an authorised BMW Motorrad ahead position) dealer. Clutch play is out of tolerance: Adjusting clutch play ( 114).

  • Page 117: Rims And Tyres

    Wear indicators are built into the specialist workshop, preferably Make sure the ground is level main profile grooves on each an authorised BMW Motorrad and firm and place the motor- tyre. The tyre is worn out when dealer. cycle on its stand.

  • Page 118: Chain

    Chain Check chain sag Chain deflection Make sure the ground is level Lubricating chain and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. 35...45 mm (Motorcycle with ATTENTION no weight applied, supported Turn the rear wheel until it Inadequate cleaning and lub- on its side stand) reaches the position with the rication of the drive chain.
  • Page 119 Turn the rear wheel in the nor- right. workshop, preferably an author- mal direction of travel until the Tighten locknuts 2 on left and ised BMW Motorrad dealer. chain is tensioned. right to the specified tightening Measure the length of the torque.

  • Page 120: Wheels

    Effect of wheel size on portant to consult a specialist workshop beforehand, preferably chassis and suspension Tyre recommendation an authorised BMW Motorrad control systems For each size of tyre, dealer. In some cases, the data Wheel size is very important as...
  • Page 121 BMW Motorrad recommends brake calipers. the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle. ATTENTION Install the front-wheel stand 127). Brake pads pushed together with brake caliper removed.

  • Page 122: Installing Front Wheel

    Remove axle screw 2. Remove axle 4, while support- Remove spacing bushing 5 ing the wheel. from the left-hand side of the Slacken left axle clamping wheel hub. screws 3. Do not remove the grease from the axle. Push the axle in as far as it will Installing front wheel Roll the front wheel forward to remove.
  • Page 123 Roll the front wheel into posi- the fasteners checked by a tion between the forks, making specialist workshop, preferably sure that the brake disc passes an authorised BMW Motorrad between the brake pads of the dealer. brake caliper on the left. Clamp of quick-release...
  • Page 124 Install axle screw 2 and tighten If fully tightened beforehand, Clamp of quick-release to the specified tightening slacken right axle clamping axle torque. screws 1 again. Remove the front-wheel stand. Tightening sequence: Tighten Axle screw in quick-re- screws six times in alternate lease axle, front without centre stand sequence...
  • Page 125 Tighten screws 2 to the spe- Insert the ABS sensor into its Tighten right axle clamping cified tightening torque. bore and install screw 1. screws 1 to the specified tight- ening torque. Remove the adhesive tape Brake caliper to tele- from the wheel rim.

  • Page 126: Removing Rear Wheel

    with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Remove axle nut 2. Clamp of quick-release Slacken locknuts 3 on left and axle right by turning them counter- clockwise. Tightening sequence: Tighten Back off adjusting screws 4 on screws six times in alternate...
  • Page 127 Remove quick-release axle 6 specialist workshop, preferably Install the rear wheel and remove adjusting plate 7. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. WARNING Roll the rear wheel into the swinging arm, making sure that Use of a non-standard wheel.
  • Page 128 brake caliper and the rear wheel. Make sure that the axle fits into the recess of the adjust- ing plate. Roll the rear wheel as far Install nut 2, but do not tighten forward as possible and loop it at this point. chain 8 over the sprocket.

  • Page 129: Front-Wheel Stand

    (83 30 0 402 242). Install the front-wheel stand ATTENTION Use of the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand without Align the two adapters 2 so also accompanying use of that the front forks are securely auxiliary stand.

  • Page 130: Bulbs

    Make sure the motorcycle is standing firmly. Bulbs Replacing low-beam and high-beam headlight bulb Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Apply uniform pressure to push Disconnect plug 3. Switch off the ignition. the front-wheel stand down and raise the motorcycle.
  • Page 131 Replacing parking-light Replace the defective bulb. Close and lock spring clips 4. bulb Bulb for high-beam Make sure the ground is level headlight and firm and place the motor- H7 / 12 V / 55 W cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition.
  • Page 132 Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Pull socket 3 out of the head- Insert socket 3 into the head- light housing.
  • Page 133 Replace the defective bulb. a complete unit. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably Bulbs for flashing turn an authorised BMW Motorrad indicators, front dealer. R10W / 12 V / 10 W without LED turn indicators...
  • Page 134 Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install Install screw 1. Remove screw 1 from the it in the bulb housing. mudguard cover and remove Replacing number-plate the cover. light bulbs Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
  • Page 135 Use a clean, dry cloth to hold Consult a specialist workshop, the new bulb in order to keep preferably an authorised the glass free of foreign matter. BMW Motorrad dealer. Seat bulb holder 2 in the light carrier.

  • Page 136: Fuses

    NOTICE Removing seat ( 64). If fuse defects recur frequently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 10 A Install the seat ( 64). Marker lights, front 7.5 A Flashing beacon, marker...

  • Page 137: Body Panels

    30 A Second battery Body panels Removing centre trim panel Removing seat ( 64). Remove four screws 2. Manoeuvre the centre trim panel into position. Make sure Disconnect the plug from that all three tabs 4 on left and socket 3. right engage the side panels.

  • Page 138: Air Filter

    Install air filter Install screws 1 on left and Remove four screws 1. right. Remove the air filter cover 2, Install air filter 3. Install the seat ( 64). slightly pushing the side trim panel outwards to do so. Air filter Removing air filter Removing centre trim panel 135).

  • Page 139: Jump-Starting

    Install screws 1 with the wash- Risk of short-circuit ers. Use jump leads fitted with fully Installing centre trim panel insulated crocodile clips at both 135). ends. Jump-starting ATTENTION Jump-starting with a voltage ATTENTION greater than 12 V. Excessive current flowing Damage to the on-board elec- Begin by connecting one end when the motorcycle is...

  • Page 140: Battery

    Disconnect the jump lead from BMW Motorrad has developed a Keep the surface of the battery the negative terminals first, float charger specially designed clean and dry.
  • Page 141 It must be dealt with and suspension electronics. charger connected directly to separately. Use suitable BMW chargers. the battery posts. The suitable charger is Charge battery when Charge via the charging socket, available from your authorised...
  • Page 142 of a lengthy period of disuse. NOTICE NOTICE See the instructions for caring for your battery. Always fully re- The motorcycle's on-board elec- If you are unable to charge the charge the battery before restor- tronics know when the battery battery through the on-board ing it to use.
  • Page 143 Battery not connected in ac- shop, preferably an authorised cordance with correct pro- Disconnect negative lead 1 BMW Motorrad dealer. cedure. first. Switch off the ignition. Risk of short-circuit Then disconnect positive Insert the battery into the bat- Always proceed in compliance lead 2.
  • Page 144 Installing centre trim panel 135). Install the seat ( 64). Setting clock ( 43). Remove and install the second battery If you want to have the second battery removed or installed consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 145: Care

    Care Care products ..... 144 Washing the vehicle ....144 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 146: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends dry the brake discs and brake that you use BMW insect re- that you use the cleaning pads. and care products you can mover to soften and wash off...

  • Page 147: Cleaning Easily Damaged Compon

    ATTENTION ATTENTION Chrome Use of unsuitable cleaning Application of silicone sprays agents. Use plenty of water and BMW to rubber seals. Damage to plastic surfaces. shampoo to clean chrome, par- Damage to the rubber seals. Do not use cleaning agents...

  • Page 148: Laying Up The Motorcycle

    We recommend BMW vehicle Coat bright metal and chrome- Clean the motorcycle. polish or BMW paint cleaner for plated parts with an acid-free this purpose. Installing battery ( 141). grease (e.g. Vaseline).

  • Page 149: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 148 Riding specifications ....161 Threaded fasteners ....149 Engine .

  • Page 150: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start or is difficult to start: Possible cause Rectification Kill switch activated Set emergency-off switch (kill switch) to operating position. Side stand extended and gear engaged Select neutral or retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever.

  • Page 151: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Valid Brake caliper to telescopic fork M10 x 40 38 Nm Clamp of quick-release axle M8 x 25 Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Axle screw in quick-release axle, front M14 x 1.5 30 Nm Rear wheel Valid...
  • Page 152 Mirror arm Valid Locknut (mirror) to clamping piece M10 x 1.5 20 Nm Multi-wax spray Clamping piece (mirror) to clamping block 30 Nm...

  • Page 153: Engine

    Engine Engine design Two-cylinder four-stroke, DOHC, 4 valves oper- ated by cam followers, liquid-cooled cylinders and heads, integral coolant pump, 6-speed gearbox and dry sump lubrication Displacement 798 cm Cylinder bore 82 mm Piston stroke 75.6 mm Compression ratio 12 : 1 Nominal output 63 kW, - at engine speed: 7500 min with regular unleaded...

  • Page 154: Fuel

    Idle speed 1250 , vehicle at standstill Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI with regular unleaded Regular unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx.

  • Page 155: Engine Oil

    SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not per- missible because they can attack coated compon- ents of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro oil Oil additives BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil addit- ives, because they can have a detrimental effect on clutch operation.

  • Page 156: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath Transmission Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed transmission, integrated into engine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 1:2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear 1:1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear 1:1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear 1:1.174 (23/27 teeth), 4th gear 1:1.042 (24/25 teeth), 5th gear 1:0.960 (25/24 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 157: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 16/42 Running gear Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down fork Spring travel, front 230 mm, At wheel with lowered suspension 190 mm, At wheel Rear wheel...

  • Page 158: Brakes

    Brake-pad material, rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply an up-to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations, or you can check the in- formation posted on the bmw­motorrad.com web- site.
  • Page 159 Front wheel Front wheel type Spoked wheel, MT H2 Front wheel rim size 2.15" x 21" Tyre designation, front 90 / 90 - 21 Load index, front tyre min. 42 Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Spoked wheel, MT H2 Rear wheel rim size 4.25"...

  • Page 160: Electrics

    Electrics Electrical rating of on-board sockets Fuses Electronic fuses protect all the circuits. If an elec- tronic fuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified. Fuses for optional extras Retainer 1 10 A, Marker strobe...
  • Page 161 Second battery Battery type AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery Battery rated voltage 12 V Rated capacity of the second battery 11.8 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8...0.9 mm, when new Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W...

  • Page 162: Frame

    Frame Frame type Tubular spaceframe Type plate location Steering head, front top Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right, on steering head Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2300 mm, across front wheel to number-plate carrier Height of motorcycle 1345 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un- laden weight (as per DIN standard) with lowered suspension 1315 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un-...

  • Page 163: Weights

    with lowered suspension 1790 mm, Without rider at unladen weight Weights Unladen weight 214 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross weight 444 kg Maximum payload 230 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h with power reduction to 35 kW 165 km/h...

  • Page 165: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 164 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ......164 Maintenance work .

  • Page 166: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad has an extensive shop, preferably an authorised network of dealerships in place As owner of a new BMW BMW Motorrad dealer. to look after you and your mo- motorcycle, in circumstances torcycle in more than 100 coun-...
  • Page 167 1000 km BMW Service in advance when the time for a The BMW Service is carried out service is approaching, on the once a year; the extent of ser- basis of the programmed values.

  • Page 169: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW Running-in check Standard BMW service 168) Engine-oil change, with filter Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Replace air-filter element Check or replace air-filter element Oil change in the tele- scopic forks Change brake fluid, entire system...

  • Page 170: Standard Bmw Service

    Standard BMW service Check the ease of movement of the side stand. A standard BMW service con- Check the ease of movement sists of the following mainten- of the centre stand (if vehicle ance work: fitted with the "centre stand"...

  • Page 171: Confirmation Of Maintenance

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 172 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 173 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 174 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 175 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...

  • Page 176: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Item Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 177 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 179: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for electronic immobil- iser ....... . 178...

  • Page 180: Immobiliser

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 181 Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été la FCC annulaire. approuvée expressément Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa- conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut présente dans le des règles de la FCC.
  • Page 182 Ambient temperature Second battery, position on the 360° marker strobe motorcycle, 13 Outside temperature Control, 24 warning, 38 Technical data, 158 Operation, 49 Reading, 32 Brake fluid Position on the vehicle, 17 Checking fluid level, front, 111 Engineering details, 87 Checking fluid level, rear, 112 Operation, 54 Reservoir, front, 15...
  • Page 183 Chain Damping Adjusting sag, 116 Operation, 61 Adjuster, 15 Checking sag, 116 adjusting, 60 Checking wear, 117 Fire extinguisher, 104 Dimensions Lubricating, 116 Position on the vehicle, 13 Technical data, 160 Checklist, 71 First-aid kit Clock Position on the motorcycle, 18 adjusting, 43 Electrics Frame...
  • Page 184 Headlight Jump starting, 137 General views Adjusting headlight beam Instrument panel, 25 throw, 63 Left handlebar fitting, 21, 22 Beam throw, 63 Keys, 42 Left side of motorcycle, 11 Driving on right/driving on Left side of vehicle, 13 left, 63 Multifunction display, 28 Heated handlebar grips Lighting...

  • Page 185: General Instructions

    High-beam headlight, Marker strobe Off-road mode Control, 24 adjusting, 55 operating, 47 Operation, 49 Control, 23 Low-beam headlight, 47 Position on the vehicle, 17 Engineering details, 84 Parking lights, operating, 47 Mirrors Off-roading, 76 Side light, 47 adjusting, 58 On-board computer Lights-off setting Mobility services, 164 Control, 21...
  • Page 186 Running gear Spring preload Rear-wheel drive, 155 Technical data, 155 Adjuster, 15 Running gear, 155 Running in, 75 adjusting, 59 Second battery, 159 Tools, 18 Spark plugs, 159 Starting, 71 Standards, 7 Safety instructions Control, 23 Transmission, 154 For brake, 77 Steering lock Weights, 161 For riding, 68...
  • Page 187 Turn indicators Vehicle Identification Number Install the rear wheel, 125 Control, 21 Position on the motorcycle, 15 Installing front wheel, 120 Operation, 48 Removing front wheel, 118 Twistgrip brake Removing rear wheel, 124 Warning lights Control, 24 Technical data, 156 Overview, 30 Operation, 74 Warnings...
  • Page 189 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 190 Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold For further information on all aspects of your motorcycle, visit bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01418565471* Order No.: 01 41 8 565 471 08.2015, 3rd edition, 01...

Table of Contents