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  • Page 1 Rider's Manual (US Model) F 800 ST BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Color number First registration Retailer's address/phone number (compa- Registration number ny stamp)
  • Page 3 Welcome to BMW and assistance. We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from We wish you many miles of safe BMW and welcome you to the and enjoyable riding community of BMW riders. Familiarize yourself with your new BMW Motorrad.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents You can also use the index at the 3 Status indicators ..21 Turn indicators ....47 end of this Rider's Manual to find Standard displays .
  • Page 5 Luggage ..... 77 Cleaning sensitive motorcy- BMW Motorrad Service ..134 Case ..... . 78 cle parts .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manu- motorcycle as well as mainte- sembled complete with al will provide you with an initial nance and adjustment proce- all the BMW optional ex- overview of your motorcycle. All dures. tras originally ordered. maintenance and repair work car-...

  • Page 9: Technical Data

    If your BMW is equipped with in the Rider's Manual. In addition, options or accessories not de- BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee scribed in this Rider's Manual, the total absence of errors.

  • Page 11: Overviews

    Overviews General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ....13 Underneath seat .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Adjusting headlight range (below instrument cluster) Seat lock ( Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick (...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Fuel filler opening ( Brake-fluid reservoir, front Coolant level indicator Onboard socket ( Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Adjustment of rear damping...

  • Page 16: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Table of tire pressures Torx 25/Phillips screwdriver blade Screwdriver handle Rider's Manual (US Model) Helmet holder ( Location for first-aid kit (OA) Onboard-toolkit service set Tools for adjusting spring preload (...

  • Page 17: Under Battery Compartment Cov

    Under battery compartment cover Battery ( 111) Location for flat tire set (OA)

  • Page 18: Left Handlebar Fitting

    Left handlebar fitting Operating onboard comput- Horn Flashing turn indicators, left ( 47), Hazard warn- ing flashers ( High-beam headlight and headlight flasher (...

  • Page 19: Handlebar Fitting, Right

    Handlebar fitting, right Emergency ON/OFF switch Starter button ( Heated hand grips Flashing turn indicators, right ( 48), Hazard warn- ing flashers ( Turn indicators off ( 48), Hazard warning flashers off...

  • Page 20: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Indicator lights ( Speedometer Operation of stopwatch Setting clock ( Multifunction display Selecting readings ( Resetting tripmeter ( Anti-theft alarm indicator light (OE), Sensor for instru- ment lighting, Engine speed warning indicator Tachometer The instrument-cluster lighting has automatic day and night switchover.

  • Page 21: Headlight

    Headlight Low-beam headlight High-beam headlight Parking lights...
  • Page 23 Status indicators Standard displays ....22 Displays with onboard comput- ....... . . 23 Displays with Tire Pressure Control .

  • Page 24: Standard Displays

    Standard displays Indicator lights Service display Multifunction display High-beam headlight If the time remaining until the next service lies within a month, Flashing turn indicators, left Clock ( the service date is briefly dis- Idling Odometer and tripmeters played following the pre-ride Flashing turn indicators, check.

  • Page 25: Displays With Onboard Computer Oe

    If the motorcycle is driven long Consult a certified workshop, distances annually, it is possible preferably an authorized BMW that earlier service is required. If Motorrad retailer, for setting of the odometer reading for the ear- the date.

  • Page 26: Displays With Tire Pressure Control Tpc Oe

    If no gear is engaged, the Displays with Tire Standard warning 'neutral' indicator light also Pressure Control indicators lights up. Display Coolant temperature The horizontal bars over the temperature symbol show the coolant temperature level. Fuel capacity The horizontal bars over the filling station symbol indicate the remaining fuel quan- tity.
  • Page 27 The possible warnings are listed on the next page. The warning symbols 1 and 2 can be shown in the multifunc- tion display. Warnings like 3 are shown in the display area of the odometer preceded by the warn- ing triangle 4. If several warnings are active, all corresponding warning lights and symbols are displayed.
  • Page 28 Overview of warning indicators Meaning Lights up yellow Is indicated Electronic immobilizer is active ( appears on the display Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up red Temperature sym- Coolant temperature too high ( bol flashes Lights up yellow Is indicated Engine in emergency-operation mode Flashes...
  • Page 29 Have the defective key re- the fault rectified as quickly as placed, preferably by an autho- The temperature symbol possible by a specialized work- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. flashes. shop, preferably an authorized Continued driving with an Fuel down to reserve BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 30 Engine symbol appears on an authorized BMW Motorrad If the engine oil level is correct: retailer. the display. Driving with insufficient en- gine oil pressure can result The engine is in the emer- Engine oil pressure in engine damage. gency operating mode. On- insufficient Do not continue driving.

  • Page 31: Warning Indicators Of Onboard Computer (Oe)

    37 °F (3 °C). Always think well ahead when Additional information on the temperatures are low, especially BMW Motorrad ABS is provided from page ( 72); an overview on bridges and where the road is in the shade.
  • Page 32 of the possible warnings is pro- vided on the following page.
  • Page 33 Overview of warning indicators Meaning Flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( Lights up ABS error (...

  • Page 34: Tpc Displays Oe

    TPC displays Additional information on the yards. BMW Motorrad TPC is provided Display Ride off slowly. It must be not- from page ( 74); an overview ed that the ABS function is not...
  • Page 35 Overview of warning indicators Meaning Lights up yellow Is indicated Tire pressure in limit area of permissible tolerance ( The critical air pres- sure flashes Flashes red Is indicated Tire pressure outside permissible toler- ance ( The critical air pres- sure flashes Transmission error ( "...
  • Page 36 Tire pressure in limit area of an air pressure tester at a filling preferably an authorized BMW permissible tolerance station. Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure about the driv- General warning light shows Tire pressure outside ability of the tire: yellow.

  • Page 37: Anti-Theft Alarm Warning Indicators

    BMW Motorrad Warning triangle appears on Warning triangle appears on retailer. the display. the display. " -- -- " or " " is displayed. appears on the display. There is a fault in the radio con- Wheels without installed TPC nection to the TPC sensors.
  • Page 38 The anti-theft alarm battery has no capacity.The operation of the anti-theft alarm is no longer en- sured with the motorcycle battery disconnected. Contact a specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 39: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch and steering lock ..38 Damping ......53 Electronic immobilizer.

  • Page 40: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock

    The cases and the Topcase can a limited period of time. also be ordered with locks for the with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: same key on request. Please Battery can be recharged via Turn key to position 1.

  • Page 41: Electronic Immobilizer

    You can also have nal for starting is not issued. The your authorized BMW Motorrad warning is shown in the retailer disable particular keys, multifunction display.

  • Page 42: Clock

    can subsequently be cleared and Hours increase by one each with OE Onboard computer: reactivated for use. time button is pressed. Hold down button 1. Clock Minutes 3 flash. Press button 1. Setting clock Minutes increase by one each Attempting to set the clock time button is pressed.

  • Page 43: Onboard Computer Oe

    Each time the button is pressed, Press and hold button 2. Press button 1. the display shows values start- Tripmeter is reset. ing with the current value in the Onboard computer following order: Total distance covered Selecting readings Tripmeter 1 ( Trip I Switch on ignition.
  • Page 44 Average speed matically switches from any other mode to the temperature read- Average consumption ing when the temperature drops Range below this threshold for the first Ambient temperature time. Average speed Hold down button 1. Average speed is reset. Average consumption When the motorcycle is stopped, the engine heat can falsify the The average speed is calculated...
  • Page 45 The determined range is an need not always match the val- approximate reading. BMW Hold down button 1. ue that can be called up in the Motorrad therefore recommends Average consumption is reset.
  • Page 46 Stopwatch The stopwatch continues to run in the background when the dis- play is temporarily switched over to the odometer. The stopwatch also continues to run when the ignition is temporarily switched off. Operating stopwatch Press stopped stopwatch but- ton 2. As an alternative to the odome- Stopwatch runs starting from ter, the stopwatch can be dis-...
  • Page 47 Using stopwatch as Lap- : operation of stopwatch red by the flashing of the anti- with button 2 in instrument theft alarm indicator light 1. Timer cluster. The signal is maintained until the To confirm setting, press and transmission is upshifted or the hold button 1 and button 2 engine speed is reduced.

  • Page 48: Tire Pressure Control Tpc Oe

    Press button 1 until desired ue the air pressure of the rear state is shown. wheel. Immediately after switch- -- -- ing on the ignition, : engine speed warning ac- displayed, as the transfer of the tivated. air pressure values does not be- : engine speed warning gin until a speed over 20 mph deactivated.

  • Page 49: Turn Indicators

    Low-beam headlight Move full-beam headlight left-hand turn indicator but- switch 1 to the center position. ton 1. The low-beam headlight switches High-beam headlight is Parking light switches on. on automatically when you start switched off. the engine. Switching off parking Press the bottom section of With the engine switched lights...

  • Page 50: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Switching off turn indicator Press left-hand turn indicator Press right-hand turn indicator button 1. button 2. Left-hand turn indicator is Right-hand turn indicator is Press turn-indicator cancel but- switched on. switched on. ton 3. Indicator light for left-hand turn Indicator light for right-hand Turn indicator is switched off.
  • Page 51 The hazard warning flash- Switching off hazard ers place a strain on the warning flashers battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. If a turn indicator button is pressed with the ignition switched on, the flashing function replaces the emergency flashing function as long as the button is Press left 1 and right-hand 2...

  • Page 52: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Emergency ON/OFF Heated hand grips switch A Operating position B Engine switched off. Heated hand grip switch The engine can only be Emergency ON/OFF switch started in the operating The handlebar grips can be heat- ed at two different levels. The position.

  • Page 53: Clutch

    Adjusting the clutch lever Distance between handlebar while driving can lead to grip and clutch lever decreases. accidents. 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.

  • Page 54: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel Adjusting mirrors Removing seat ( Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- wise. The adjusting screw has Move mirror into desired posi- a limit position and can tion by twisting. Remove toolkit 1. be turned more easily when you press the handbrake lever Spring preload forward.

  • Page 55: Damping

    Installing seat ( Basic setting of spring preload, rear Damping Turn adjusting screw coun- Damping terclockwise as far as pos- The damping must be adapt- sible and then turn back 12 ed to the spring preload. An in- clicks (Full tank of gas, with crease in spring preload requires rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) firmer damping, a reduction in...

  • Page 56: Tires

    Tires Tire pressure, front Checking tire pressure Make sure ground is level and 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Single rid- firm and park motorcycle. er, with cold tire) Incorrect tire inflation pres- 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Driver with sure results in poorer hand- passenger and/or load, with ing characteristics of the motor- cold tire)

  • Page 57: Headlight

    Headlight range adjustment cialized workshop, preferably an If you are unsure whether authorized BMW Motorrad retail- In the case of very high payloads, the basic headlight setting the available spring preload ad- is correct, consult a specialized justment might not be adequate.

  • Page 58: Seat

    Place seat on a clean surface with seat surface facing down- ward. Installing seat A Neutral position Turn seat lock 1 counterclock- wise with ignition key and hold. B Position with heavy payload Seat Removing seat Push seat 2 forward into re- Make sure ground is level and taining brackets 3.

  • Page 59: Helmet Holder

    Helmet holder Locking helmet on motorcycle Removing seat ( The helmet catch can scratch the paneling. When hooking on the helmet, watch the position of the helmet lock. To do this, guide steel cable Secure helmet on helmet hold- through helmet and push cable er 1 using steel cable available eyes onto holder 1.

  • Page 61: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....60 Checklist ......61 Starting .

  • Page 62: Safety Instructions

    Do not run the engine in closed neys, and to every season of the limit and observe the loading rooms. year. Your authorized BMW Mo- information. torrad retailer will be happy to High voltage advise you and has the correct Alcohol and drugs clothing for every purpose.

  • Page 63: Checklist

    Catalytic converter Flammable materials (e.g. Tampering with control hay, leaves, grass, clothing unit of electronic engine- If misfiring causes unburned fuel and luggage, etc.) could ignite management system to enter the catalytic converter, if allowed to come into contact there is a danger of overheating Tampering with the engine with the hot exhaust pipe.

  • Page 64: Starting

    Pre-ride check is performed. Engine oil level (every time you tifunction display shows refuel) Starting engine Brake pad wear (during every with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: third stop for refueling) Switch on ignition. Pre-ride check is performed. Starting Side stand ABS self-diagnosis is performed.
  • Page 65 "Technical Data" may indicator provide assistance. ( 120) Warning light for oil pressure Pre-ride check with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: After the ignition is switched on, ABS warning light the instrument cluster conducts Phase 2 a test of the pointer instruments...

  • Page 66: Running In

    ABS warning The readiness for operation Try to do most of your rid- light. of the BMW Motorrad ABS is ing during this initial period on checked by the self-diagnosis. twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- ABS self-diagnosis...

  • Page 67: Brakes

    Do not exceed the engine run- New brake pads can ex- Brakes in speeds. tend stopping distance by a How is the shortest significant margin. Engine break-in speed braking distance Brake early. achieved? Tires The dynamic load distribution <5000 min between the front and rear wheel New tires have a smooth sur- Do not accelerate at full throt-...

  • Page 68: Parking Your Motorcycle

    the braking force cannot be com- be delayed due to damp brake Dirt or mud on brakes disks and brake pads. pletely transferred to the road When the motorcycle is surface. To prevent the front Brake early until the brakes are ridden on loose surfaces wheel from locking, the ABS sys- dry or braked until dry.
  • Page 69 under the stand is level and handlebars turned to the left than An extended side stand can firm. with the handlebars turned to the catch on the ground when right. the motorcycle is moving and Switch off the engine. lead to a fall. On level ground, always turn the Pull handbrake lever.

  • Page 70: Refueling

    stand down until its curved feet Push the motorcycle forward Fuel can attack the mate- touch ground. off the center stand. rial of the windshield and the side wind deflectors, making Place full weight of body on Make sure that center stand is them cloudy or unattractive.
  • Page 71 Open the fuel tank cap with Reserve fuel quantity the ignition key by turning it counterclockwise. Refuel with quality listed below 1.1 gal ( 4 l) at most until lower edge of filler Press the fuel tank cap down neck is reached. firmly to close.

  • Page 73: Technology In Detail

    Technology in detail Brake system with BMW Motorrad ......72 Tire Pressure Control TPC...

  • Page 74: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Abs Oe

    At this point in time, the ABS control cannot be relied the driver increases the brake the BMW Motorrad ABS must on in all circumstances to prevent pressure, the wheels begin to assume extremely low friction co-...
  • Page 75 Rear wheel spinning in place face within the limits of driving To ensure that the BMW Motor- with front brake pulled (burn physics. The system is not op- rad ABS is in an optimally main- out).

  • Page 76: Tire Pressure Control Tpc Oe

    BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to of wheels with TPC sensors can Air pressure within the permis- counteract their effects. be driven. If a TPC control unit sible tolerance. is installed without the wheels Air pressure at the limits of the...

  • Page 77: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....76 Onboard socket..... . 76 Luggage .

  • Page 78: General Instructions

    Tests for your motorcycle that are ap- conducted by these instances proved by BMW for this purpose. cannot make provision for all op- Your authorized BMW Motorrad erating conditions experienced by...

  • Page 79: Luggage

    starting, the onboard socket is limit and observe the loading Speed limit for driving switched off to take the load off information. with case the vehicle electrical system. Adjust setting of spring with OA Case: preload, damping characteristic Cable routing and tire inflation pressures to 112 mph ( 180 km/h) The cables from the onboard...

  • Page 80: Case Oa

    Payload of tank rucksack with OA Tank rucksack: 11 lbs ( 5 kg) Observe maximum payload of tank bag. Payload of tank bag Pull luggage belt 1 through Pull luggage belt 1 through under seat in area 2 of fuel- luggage rack 3 and lash down.
  • Page 81 Opening case Pull gray release lever (OPEN) Adjusting case volume upward again. Close case lid. Pull case lid 3 out of retainer. Case completely opened. Closing case Turn lock barrel 1 to position OPEN. Press lock straps 2 outward and pull out upward. The maximum volume has Press catches 1 of case lid into been set.
  • Page 82 Pull black release lever (RE- LEASE) upward. Press case into upper mount- ing 1. Press black release lever (RE- LEASE) downward. Case is locked into place. Lock case. Check secure attachment of case. Close lock straps 2. Pull case out of upper mount 1.

  • Page 83: Topcase Oa

    height of the lower bracket 1 on Topcase the case can be changed. Opening Topcase Adapting case Open case. Fully open locking lever 2. Open lid. Closing Topcase Turn lock barrel 1 to position OPEN. Press lock barrel. Unfasten screws 1. Locking lever 2 pops out.
  • Page 84 Close lid and press down. Removing Topcase Mounting Topcase Check that nothing is trapped between lid and case. Press locking lever 2 down. Lever audibly engages. Turn lock barrel in direction Pull up handle 3 completely. RELEASE. Handle 3 pops out. Pull up handle 3 completely.
  • Page 85 Press down carrying handle 3 completely. Carrying handle audibly en- gages.

  • Page 87: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....86 Battery ......111 Onboard-toolkit service set .

  • Page 88: General Instructions

    Repair torques is contained in the Holding of all tools with adapter Manual on DVD/CD-ROM, which chapter "Technical Data". is also available from your BMW Removing and installing spark Information on additional mainte- plugs Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 89: Engine Oil

    4 Flashlight engine cold or after a short trip leads to misinterpretations and LED technology therefore to incorrect oil fill quan- 5 Socket wrench tities. 3x open-ended wrench, e.g. To ensure that the display of the removing and installing battery engine oil level is correct, only terminals check the oil level after a longer...

  • Page 90: General Brake System

    Have oil level corrected by a thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. fied level via fill location 1. specialized workshop, prefer- Checking engine oil level ably an authorized BMW Mo- Checking brake operation torrad retailer. Pull handbrake lever. Install oil dipstick. Pressure point must be clearly Topping up engine oil perceptible.

  • Page 91: Brake Pads

    If no clear pressure points are perceptible: Have the brakes checked by a certified workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Brake pads Checking front brake pad Visually inspect the left and thickness Front brake-pad wear right brake pads to ascertain...
  • Page 92 Wear indicators must be clearly visible. If the wear indicating mark is no longer visible: Have brake pads replaced by a specialized workshop, prefer- ably an authorized BMW Mo- torrad retailer.

  • Page 93: Brake Fluid

    If brake fluid level drops below its center stand. permissible level: Have the defect corrected as Move handlebars into straight- soon as possible by a special- ahead position. ized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
  • Page 94 MIN mark. firm and place motorcycle on its center stand. If brake fluid level drops below permissible level: Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by a special- ized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.

  • Page 95: Coolant

    Coolant Checking coolant level Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. Remove screws 1 of right mir- Coolant level ror. Remove mirror. between MIN and MAX marks on the expansion tank If coolant level is too low: Check coolant level on scale 1 Add coolant.

  • Page 96: Clutch

    Remove side panel upward. Install two screws 1. Push side section behind lower side panel while making sure Open cap of fill location for Position mirror. that guide 4 of side section coolant 1 by turning counter- Install screws 1. grips into mount 5.

  • Page 97: Tires

    Approved wheels and If the tire tread depth no longer tires Tires complies with the legally required For every size of tire, BMW Mo- Checking tire tread depth minimum tread depth: torrad has tested certain makes Replace tire. The handling of your mo-...
  • Page 98 Removing front wheel bly. Place motorcycle on an auxil- Do not operate the handbrake iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- lever when the brake calipers ommends BMW Motorrad rear have been removed. wheel stand. Remove mounting bolts 1 of Installing rear-wheel stand brake calipers on left and right.
  • Page 99 Carefully pull brake calipers back and out until clear of brake disks. with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: When pulling off left brake caliper, make sure that ABS Remove axle clamping screw 4. Remove spacing bushing 6 on sensor cable is not damaged.
  • Page 100 BMW Motorrad with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: Pinch bolt of quick-re- ABS, can be damaged. When rolling in wheel, watch lease axle Take care not to damage the ABS sensor on left side. brake system, in particular the...
  • Page 101 Removing rear wheel Support exhaust manifold with shown in picture. suitable object (e.g. wooden Place motorcycle on an auxil- block). iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- ommends BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand. Installing rear-wheel stand 103) with OE Center stand: Place motorcycle onto center stand.
  • Page 102 Turn muffler 3 downward and Tighten wheel bolts 4 diago- workshop, preferably an lay aside. nally with specified torque. authorized BMW Motorrad Shift into first gear. Rear wheel on drive shaft retailer. Roll rear wheel onto rear wheel support.
  • Page 103 Turn muffler 3 to its initial posi- Tighten clamp on muffler to Tighten screw 2 for bracket of tion. appropriate torque. muffler on passenger footrest with appropriate torque. Muffler on manifold Muffler on rear frame 26 lb/ft (35 Nm) 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Remove auxiliary stand if nec- essary.

  • Page 104: Front Wheel Stand

    Tighten adjusting screws 1. Place the motorcycle on the cen- ter stand or an auxiliary stand before lifting it with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand. Loosen adjusting screws 1. Push two mounts 2 far enough apart that front forks fit be- tween them.

  • Page 105: Rear-Wheel Stand

    BMW Motorrad of- stand 4. do so, press the unlock but- fers a rear wheel stand. This rear ton 3. wheel stand with the BMW spe- cial tool number 36 3 980 can be obtained from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 106: Lamps

    soon as possible; always carry a Replacing high-beam/low- complete set of spare bulbs if beam bulb possible. If it is not standing firmly, The bulb is pressurized and the motorcycle could topple can cause injury if dam- in the course of the operations aged.
  • Page 107 Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for low-beam head- light H7 / 12 V / 55 W Remove cover 2 (low beam) or Remove spring strap 5 from cover 3 (high beam) by pulling detents and fold to side.
  • Page 108 To achieve better accessi- bility, turn the handlebars to the left. Close and lock spring strap 5. Install cover 2 (low beam) or cover 3 (high beam). Replacing parking light bulb Take off cover cap 1. If it is not standing firmly, the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below.
  • Page 109 Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Remove bulb socket 3 by turn- Install bulb socket 3 by turning ing counterclockwise. clockwise. Press bulb 4 into socket. Remove bulb 4 from bulb hold- Close connector 2. Replace defective bulb.
  • Page 110 Replace defective bulb. Bulb for taillight/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold new bulb. Install cap 1. Remove screws 1. Pull off light housing toward Replacing brake light and rear.
  • Page 111 Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear Install light housing with Pull glass on screw connection screws 1.

  • Page 112: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends. The wires leading to the Jump-starting with a donor- power socket do not have battery voltage higher than a load-capacity rating adequate 12 V can damage the motorcycle for jump-starting the engine. Ex- electronics.

  • Page 113: Battery

    peating attempt to protect Keep the surface of the battery starter and supporting battery. clean and dry Allow both engines to idle for a Do not open the battery few minutes before disconnect- Do not top up with water ing jumper cables. Be sure to read and comply First disconnect jump lead with the instructions for charg-...
  • Page 114 Use BMW chargers with the battery is fully charged. The motorcycle is not being used part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 onboard socket is switched off...
  • Page 115 battery. Always fully recharge Installing battery the battery before returning it to compartment cover use. Removing battery compartment cover Removing seat ( An incorrect disconnection sequence increase the risk of short-circuiting. Install battery compartment Always observe the proper cover in guides 3 on left and sequence.
  • Page 116 Consult a certified workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer, for setting of the date. Installing battery compartment cover ( 113)

  • Page 117: Care

    Care Care products ..... 116 Washing your motorcycle ..116 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 118: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends effect of salt. products available at your au- that you use BMW Insect Re- Only use cold water to remove thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. mover to soften and wash off road salt.

  • Page 119: Paint Care

    Especially in the case of road If plastic parts are cleaned silicon. salt, carefully clean chrome parts using unsuitable cleaning with plenty of water and BMW agents, the surfaces can be dam- Paint care auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- aged.

  • Page 120: Protective Wax Coating

    BMW plated parts with an acid-free Motorrad recommends remov- grease (e.g. Vaseline). ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re- Park the motorcycle in a dry mover. Then add a protective room so that both wheels are wax coating to the paint at these unloaded.

  • Page 121: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 120 Riding specifications ....132 Threaded fasteners ....121 Engine .

  • Page 122: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start Possible cause Remedy Emergency ON/OFF switch activated. Emergency ON/OFF switch in operating position. Side stand extended and gear engaged. Retract side stand ( 62). Gear engaged and clutch not operated. Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch 62).

  • Page 123: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on slider tube M10 x 35 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Pinch bolt of quick-release axle M8 x 40 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Quick-release axle in axle mount M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Rear wheel Value...

  • Page 124: Engine

    Engine Engine design Two-cylinder, four-stroke engine, DOHC con- trol with toothed chain drive, 4 valves actuated by trailing valve levers, compensating connecting rods, liquid cooling for cylinders and cylinder head. Integrated water pump, 6-speed transmission and dry-sump lubrication Displacement 798 cc (798 cm Cylinder bore 3.2 in (82 mm) Piston stroke...

  • Page 125: Fuel

    Mineral engine oils of the API classification SF to SH. BMW Motorrad does not recommend using oil additives, as these can worsen clutch opera- tion. Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engine oils suitable for your motorcycle. Permissible viscosity classes SAE 10 W-40 -4 °F ( -20 °C), Operation at low temperatures...

  • Page 126: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch Transmission Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated in engine housing Gear ratios Transmission gear ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary gear 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 127: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Belt drive with jerk damping in its own housing Type of rear suspension Single-arm light-alloy cast swinging arm with rear wheel axle adjustable via eccentric Running gear Type of front suspension Telescopic forks Spring travel, front 5.5 in (140 mm), On wheel with OE Lowered suspension: 4.3 in (110 mm), On wheel...

  • Page 128: Brakes

    Brakes Type of front brake hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 4-pis- ton fixed calipers and floating brake disks Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal Type of rear brake Hydraulic 1-piston floating calipers with fixed brake disk Brake-pad material, rear Sintered metal Wheels and tires Tire combinations recommended at time of going front: Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 F Radial F,...
  • Page 129 front: Dunlop Sportmax D 220 F ST P, 120/ 70 ZR17 M/C (58W) rear: Dunlop Sportmax D 220 ST P, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) front: Metzeler Sporttec M-1 E, 120/70 ZR17 M/ C (58W) rear: Metzeler Sporttec M-1 B, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) front: Metzeler Roadtec Z6 Front, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
  • Page 130 Rear wheel Battery manufacturer and designation ETX 14 BS Rear-wheel rim size 5.5" x 17" Rear tire designation 180/55 ZR 17 Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider, with cold tire 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Driver with passenger and/or load, with cold tire Tire pressure, rear 40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Single rider, with cold tire...

  • Page 131: Electrical System

    Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard socket 5 A, an onboard socket Fuses All electrical circuits are electronically protected.If an electronic fuse trips and de-energizes a cir- cuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified. Battery Battery manufacturer and designation ETX 14 BS...

  • Page 132: Frame

    Bulbs Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for taillight/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W with OE White turn indicators:...

  • Page 133: Dimensions

    Dimensions Motorcycle length 86.4 in (2195 mm) Motorcycle height 48.2 in (1225 mm), Without driver at unladen weight, up to upper edge of windshield with OE Lowered suspension: 47 in (1195 mm), Without driver at unladen weight, up to upper edge of windshield Motorcycle width 33.9 in (860 mm), Across mirrors Driver's seat height...

  • Page 134: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 450 lbs (204 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE Permissible gross weight 893 lbs (405 kg) Maximum payload 443 lbs (201 kg) Riding specifications Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h) with OE Power reduction: 96 mph (155 km/h)

  • Page 135: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 134 BMW Motorrad Service Quality ..134 BMW Motorrad Service Card - On- the-spot breakdown assistance ..134 BMW Motorrad Service Network .

  • Page 136: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad Service your motorcycle carried out by a quality of service. specialized workshop, preferably Card - On-the-spot To ensure that your BMW is al- by an authorized BMW Motorrad breakdown assistance ways in optimum condition, BMW retailer. Motorrad recommends that you...

  • Page 137: Bmw Motorrad Service

    100 countries around the BMW Service globe. In Germany alone, there BMW Service is carried out once are approximately 200 authorized a year. The scope of the ser- BMW Motorrad retailers ready to vices performed may be depen- assist you.

  • Page 138: Confirmation Of Maintenance

    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 139 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 140 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 141 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 142 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 143: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as proof of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installed optional acces- sories and any special campaign (recall) work carried out. Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 144 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 145 Brake pads Clutch Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Adjusting clutch lever, 51 Check front, 89 Checking operation, 94 Check rear, 90 Self-diagnosis, 64 Technical data, 124 Running in, 65 Accessories Commissioning, 118 Brakes General instructions, 76 Adjusting handbrake lever, 51 Confirmation of maintenance Anti-theft alarm, 18 Checking operation, 88 work, 136...
  • Page 146 Engine Frame Headlight Technical data, 130 Starting, 62 Adjusting for RHD/LHD Front wheel stand, 102 traffic, 55 Technical data, 122 Fuel Headlight range, 55 Warning for engine electron- Quantity indicator, 22, 24 ics, 27 Headlight flasher, 16 Refueling, 68 Engine oil Heated hand grips, 17, 50 Technical data, 4 Check level, 87...
  • Page 147 Lights Switching off, 66 Jump-starting, 110 Adjusting headlight range, 11 Multifunction display, 18 Headlight flasher, 47 High-beam headlight, 47 Keys, 38 Odometer and tripmeters Low-beam headlight, 47 Display range, 22 Parking light, 47 Resetting, 41 Lamps Parking lights, 46 Selecting readings, 40 General instructions, 104 Low-beam headlight, 19 Onboard computer, 16...
  • Page 148 Spark plugs Rear-wheel drive, 125 Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 129 Running gear, 125 Technical data, 125 Speedometer, 18 Spark plugs, 129 Rear-wheel stand, 103 Spring preload Standards, 7 Refueling, 68 Adjusting, 13, 52 Transmission, 124 Reserve Adjustment key, 14 Weights, 132 Warning indicator, 27 Starter, 17 Wheels and tires, 126...
  • Page 149 Transmission During starting, 62 Technical data, 124 Troubleshooting chart, 120 Turn indicators Indicator light, 22 Left, 16, 47 Right, 17, 48 Switching off, 17, 48 Warning indicators Display, 24 Warning lamps, 18 Warning symbols Display range, 22 Weights Technical data, 132 Wheels Installing front wheel, 97 Installing rear wheel, 100...

  • Page 150: Reporting Safety Defects

    Highway Traffic Safety Washington, DC 20590. between you, your Administration (NHTSA) You can also obtain other dealer, or BMW of in addition to notifying North America, LCC. information about motor BMW of North America, LLC. vehicle safety from...
  • Page 151 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2007 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
  • Page 152 Tire pressure, rear 40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Single rider, with cold tire 40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with pas- senger and/or load, with cold tire BMW recommends *01477709247* Order No.: 01 47 7 709 247 06.2007, 3rd Edition...
  • Page 153 F 800 S / F 800 ST Korrektur zu F 800 S und F 800 ST (Seite 77 ) Tempolimit für Fahrten mit Koffer: siehe Hinweisschild im Koffer. Correction for F 800 S and F 800 ST (Page 77) Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases: See label inside the case.
  • Page 154 Correction for F 800 S and F 800 ST (Page 77) Speed limit when riding with case: see label in case. Correcção referente à F 800 S e F 800 ST (Página 78 ) Limite de velocidade para viagens com mala: consultar etiqueta de informação na mala.

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