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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..18 Cruise control ....56 Oil level indicator ... . 18 Start-off assistance .
  • Page 5 Dimensions ....133 BMW Motorrad DTC ..83 9 Care ....119 Weights .
  • Page 6 12 Appendix ... . . 145 Certificates ....146 RDC certificate ... . 148 13 Index .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

    Result of an activity. When the time comes to sell BMW Motorrad 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 8: 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 10: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Clutch fluid reservoir 102) 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 12: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Vehicle Identification Num- ber (above engine oil fill location) Onboard power socket Brake-fluid reservoir, front Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 101) Type plate (on front suspension) Wind deflection wing Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick ( Stowage compartment of the audio system (...

  • Page 13: 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 44).

  • Page 14: Right

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

  • Page 15: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Rider's Manual (US Model) Fuses ( 118) Battery ( 115) Onboard toolkit (...

  • Page 16: 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 17: Displays

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

  • Page 18: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Riding mode ( Hill Start Control Operating 58). Coolant temperature Warning lights ( Menu panel ( Area for messages relating to the audio system RDC readings Daytime driving lights ESA settings ( Trip distance ( 10 Total distance covered 11 Clock ( 12 Fuel level 13 Gear indicator, "N"...

  • Page 19: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols Average speed since last Oil level ( reset ( Ambient temperature Tire inflation pressures Stopwatch ( Meanings of the symbols at posi- tion 1: 2 Rear-seat heating ON Travel times ( Average fuel consumption 3 Heated handlebar grips since last reset ( switched on 4 Front-seat heating ON...

  • Page 20: 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 21: Service Display

    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 CHECK! : check oil level during display. next refueling stop. If the service display –...

  • Page 22: 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 23 Overview of warning indicators Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up yellow Appears on the Electronic immobilizer is active ( display ESA! Lights up yellow is indicated ESA error ( Radio key outside reception range Replace battery of radio key ( Lights up Fuel-level reading...
  • Page 24 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Appears on the Engine-oil level too low ( display Lights up red Appears on the Battery charge current insufficient display Appears on the Onboard system voltage low ( display Lights up yellow Appears on the Onboard system voltage critical (...
  • Page 25 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed 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-...
  • Page 26 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Lights up yellow + " " or Sensor defective or system fault ( -- -- " " is indicated Lights up yellow Appears on the Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensor display weak ( Lights up red...
  • Page 27 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Briefly shows yel- Appears on the Service overdue ( display...
  • Page 28 Radio key outside ated key replaced by an autho- Remove other motorcycle keys reception range rized BMW Motorrad retailer. from the radio key ring. Indicator lamp, radio key Using emergency key. Replace battery of radio not within reception range Have the defective motorcycle lights up.
  • Page 29 Coolant temperature too workshop, preferably an autho- Replace battery of radio-oper- high rized BMW Motorrad retailer. ated key ( 40). General warning light shows Engine fault Fuel down to reserve red.
  • Page 30 BMW Motorrad havior (low power, poor re- Battery charge current retailer. sponse, abrupt stalling, etc.). insufficient Have the malfunction corrected General warning light shows Severe engine fault as soon as possible at an red. The engine symbol flashes.
  • Page 31 BMW Motorrad Onboard system voltage When riding at low engine rpm retailer. switch off consumers that are critical not necessary for road safety General warning light shows Onboard system voltage (e.g. heated body warmer or yellow. auxiliary headlights).

  • Page 32: Outside Temperature

    Please contact a specialized Possible cause: ABS warning light flashes. workshop, preferably an autho- Low-beam headlight, high-beam rized BMW Motorrad retailer. headlight, parking light or front flashing turn indicator defective. Possible cause: Outside temperature The low-beam headlight for one...
  • Page 33 DTC function is not thorized workshop, preferably Possible cause: available. The engine must be an authorized BMW Motorrad The DTC control unit has de- running and the motorcycle must retailer. tected an error. The DTC func- be moved at a speed of at least tion is not available.
  • Page 34 BMW Motorrad Correct tire inflation pressure at which interfere with the connec- retailer. the next opportunity. tion between the TPC/RDC con- trol unit and the sensors. Before adjusting the tire in- Tire inflation pressure is Watch the TPC/RDC display in...
  • Page 35 If it is dark leave the motorcy- control is only ensured for a lim- an authorized BMW Motorrad cle where it is or have it picked ited time. dealer. up, if possible.
  • Page 36 Have the defect rectified by a shown for a short time im- display. specialist workshop, preferably mediately following the Pre-Ride- This fault message is only an authorized BMW Motorrad Check. shown for a short time im- dealer. Possible cause: mediately following the Pre-Ride- Check.
  • Page 37 General warning light briefly shows yellow after the pre- ride check. Possible cause: A necessary service has not been carried out. Have servicing carried out as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 38: Operation

    Keyless Ride It is advisable to carry the radio- operated key directly on your Keys person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) You are provided with 2 radio-op- and to also carry the emergency erated keys and one emergency key as an alternative. key each.
  • Page 39 Ignition, lights and all electrical Pre-Ride-Check in progress. circuits switched off. To unlock the steering lock, ABS self-diagnosis in progress. briefly press the button 1. DTC self-diagnosis is per- Switch on ignition formed. ( Radio key is within reception Version 2 range.

  • Page 40: Electronic Immobilizer

    Switch on ignition ( 37). the same ring as the igni- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As Press button 1. tion key used to start the engine the radio keys are part of an in- Alternatively: Press button 2 could "irritate"...
  • Page 41 are described in the corre- are described in the corre- sponding section. sponding section. The ground lighting is switched Unlocking 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 ( 92).
  • Page 42 ing the electronic immobilizer The engine must be (EWS). started within the de- Should you loose the radio- fined time. operated key while driving, the motorcycle can be started by 30 s using the emergency key. Pre-Ride-Check in progress. If the battery of the radio-oper- Key has been detected.

  • Page 43: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display With the exception of the Battery type Settings area, the Selecting menu menu can only be called with the motorcycle at a standstill. For Keyless Ride radio-oper- ated key CR 2032 Install seal 1 and battery cover 2. Red LED in instrument cluster flashes.
  • Page 44 Selecting menu item Setting parameters An arrow 1 on the upper or lower edge of the display indicates that Move the cursor within the menu Direct selection: by turning the Multi-Controller using the Multi-Controller 1. If you move the cursor to a menu in the corresponding direction, item that requires no other set- you can access additional menu...
  • Page 45 Resetting values: Selecting from a list: Setting numerical values: You can reset average values A circle 2 beside each selectable If there are one or more numeri- marked with an arrow 1 by long- item means that the items are cal values between the arrows 3, pressing the Multi-Controller to part of a selection list.
  • Page 46 Exiting menu Setting relative values: By pressing the Multi-Controller 1 to the left, you jump back to A bar indicator enables you to Arrow 3 appears when you are in the next-higher menu; by press- set a value in a range between a submenu.

  • Page 47: Onboard Computer

    Language Speedo : display language : digital speed indi- (German, English, Spanish, Ital- cator Fact. settings ian, French, Dutch, Portuguese) : re- Time format 12 h / store factory defaults (when 24 h Reset! appears on the : clock in 12-hour format 12 h ) or in 24-hour format display, press the Multi-Con-...
  • Page 48 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- The following items of informa- With the stopwatch stopped, sition until the average value is...

  • Page 49: Tripmeter

    Tripmeter Reset tripmeter Switch on ignition. Selecting tripmeter Select desired tripmeter. Switch on ignition. Push the Multi-Controller 1 to the right and hold it in this po- sition to reset the travel time. Timing continues even if you select some other reading or Press Multi-Controller 1 to Trip Open...

  • Page 50: Settings Menu

    If the daytime light is If the main-beam headlight switched on in the dark, is switched on when the visibility will be made worse daytime light is on, the daytime and oncoming traffic could be light is switched off after ap- dazzled.

  • Page 51: Lights

    manually as otherwise there is a time light is switched on again. High-beam headlight and safety risk. When the daytime light is on, headlight flasher the daytime light symbol shows The changeover between on the multifunction display. daytime light and dipped headlight plus front side lights Lights can be performed automatically.
  • Page 52 Headlight range The xenon headlight has con- tinuous beam throw control that keeps beam throw constant re- gardless of how the motorcycle is ridden and the load it carries. Operating auxiliary driving light Immediately after switching off R-hand traffic the ignition push button 1 to : for the left and hold until the park- countries in which the traffic...

  • Page 53: Turn Indicator

    If this warning symbol ap- : ground lighting comes pears it tells you that the on for a brief period after the onboard system voltage is low. ignition is switched off. If applicable, the auxiliary head- : ground lighting does not lights might have been temporar- come on after the ignition is ily switched off.

  • Page 54: Emergency On/Off Switch

    The hazard warning flash- Ignition can be switched off. Do not operate the emergency ers place a strain on the ON/OFF switch when riding. To switch off the hazard warning battery. Do not use the hazard flashers: The engine can be switched warning flashers for longer than Switch on the ignition and off easily and quickly using the...

  • Page 55: Seat Heating

    The heated grips option Seat heating can be acti- can only be activated when vated only when the engine the engine is running. is running. Handle heat. Seat heating Call up the Call up the menu. menu. Symbol 1 appears on the display, indicating that the handlebar grip heating is ON.
  • Page 56 be switched back to the first level. 2 Switch in middle position: heating off. 3 Switch in one-dot position: 50 % heating output. 4 Switch in two-dot position: 100 % heating output. Symbol 1 appears on the display, Select desired heating level indicating that the seat heating is with switch 1.

  • Page 57: Dynamic Traction Control

    have been temporarily switched words until the ignition is next off. switched on. The DTC warning light Dynamic Traction shows to indicate that DTC Control (DTC) has been switched off. Select to switch on DTC. Switching DTC off and on Alternate method: Switch the Switch on ignition ( 37).

  • Page 58: Cruise Control

    Cruise control Setting road speed is pressed one of the possible riding modes is shown at posi- Switching on cruise tion 3. control Repeatedly press the button until the reading shows the rid- ing mode you want. With the motorcycle at a stand- still, the mode you select is activated after a brief delay.
  • Page 59 Acceleration Decreasing speed yond back position) to deacti- vate cruise-control system. Cruise control indicator lamp goes out. Resuming former cruising speed Briefly press button 1 forward. Briefly press button 1 back- ward. Speed is increased by 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time button is Speed is decreased by 0.6 pressed.

  • Page 60: Start-Off Assistance

    though you might have intended Start-off assistance slowing to a lower speed. Hill Start Control Indicator light for cruise- Operating control system lights up. Start-off assistance brake failure on switching off en- Switching off cruise gine/ignition, folding down side control stand, expiry of time limit (approx.

  • Page 61: Esa Electronic Suspension

    then the two indicator lamps go out when the brake is fully released. Hill Start Control is now switched off. ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment Settings The current setting appears in The possible settings for the You can use the ESA Electronic display field 1.

  • Page 62: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    grayed while adjustment is in movement of the moving train progress. could trip the alarm), call up Settings menu before Anti-theft alarm system switching off the ignition. Vehicle Alarm (DWA) Select syst. Sensor Activation without remote control If applicable, switch on auto- matic activation of the anti-theft The possible settings for vehicle alarm after ignition OFF.
  • Page 63 trol again during the activation Confirmation tone sounds three Activation takes 30 seconds to times (if programmed). complete. phase. The anti-theft alarm is active, Turn indicators are illuminated Turn indicators are illuminated three times. the motion sensor is deacti- twice. vated.
  • Page 64 disconnected from the motorcy- Turn indicators light up once. If an alarm was triggered while cle battery. Confirmation tone sounds the motorcycle was unattended, once. the rider is notified accordingly An alarm lasts for approximately Anti-theft alarm system is de- by an alarm tone sounding once 26 seconds.

  • Page 65: Tires

    then not switched on, the alarm sounds as confirmation when function is automatically reacti- the alarm is switched on or off. vated after 30 seconds if "Acti- Operat. tone vation after ignition off" has been turn indicators flash as only programmed.

  • Page 66: Clutch

    Brakes Only adjust the clutch lever when Tire pressure, front the motorcycle is stationary. Adjusting handbrake lever Changing the position of 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire the brake-fluid reservoir can cold) allow air to penetrate the brake system. Tire pressure, rear Do not turn the handlebar fitting on the handlebar.

  • Page 67: Shifting

    Shifting Eccentric, peg to shift lever Adjusting shift lever 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Windshield Adjust windshield Switch on ignition ( 37). When you pull away the wind- Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- screen automatically returns to wise to increase distance be- the position it was in before the tween brake lever and handle- ignition was switched off.

  • Page 68: Wind Deflection Wing

    Wind deflection wing Storage compartments Press button 1 at bottom to lower windshield. Adjusting slipstream Use the stowage Switch off ignition ( 37). deflectors compartments The windscreen automatically moves to the bottom limit posi- tion. If the windscreen encounters resistance before it reaches its limit position the pressure- sensitive finger guard system goes active.

  • Page 69: Armrest

    Mirrors particular to electronic devices Seat such as mobile phones and MP3 Adjusting mirrors Remove the seat players. 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 70 Place the seat, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. Installing seat Position the seat with mounts 3 in rubber buffers 4 on left and right. Lower the rear of the seat and Connect plug 2 of the seat engage the seat in the latching heating.

  • Page 71: Riding

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

  • Page 72: 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 73: Starting

    lever to disengage the clutch Brake pad wear (during every Consult the troubleshooting third stop for refueling) and twist the throttle grip chart if the engine refuses to slightly. start. ( 122) Starting Pre-Ride-Check Starting the engine The instrument cluster runs a Switch on ignition ( 37).
  • Page 74 3,1 mph (5 km/h) before the The readiness for operation ABS self-diagnosis routine can Have the malfunction corrected of the BMW Motorrad DTC is be completed. as soon as possible at an checked by the self-diagnosis. ABS warning light flashes.

  • Page 75: Breaking In

    Phase 2 authorized service facility, Engine run-in speed preferably an authorized Checking the diagnosable BMW Motorrad Dealer. 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 76: 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 77: 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. The center stands could re- When driving on roads spread spond to excessively force- Fold out side stand and park with salt.
  • Page 78 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 79: Secure 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 80 Fasten straps at rear on both Brake lines, Bowden ca- sides on rear frame and ten- bles and fairings can be sion. damaged by incorrect routing of Do not pull the straps over the clamping straps. footpegs. Ensure proper routing of clamp- ing straps.

  • Page 81: Detail

    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 82: Hill Start Control

    To obtain this state, The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS necessary for the rider to main- the motorcycle must be adapts the braking force distribu-...
  • Page 83 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 84 But remember: the potentially ABS? Unusual driving conditions: shorter braking distances which The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Heating up on the main or aux- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- ensures driving stability on any iliary stand at idle or with gear...

  • Page 85: Engine Management With Bmw Motorrad Dtc

    Even with DTC, the laws of momentum take over and even safety provided with risky physics cannot be overrid- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is driving. den. The rider is always respon- unable to counteract their effects. sible for adapting his/her driving What is the design style.

  • Page 86: Tire Pressure Control Tcp

    The BMW Motorrad DTC can quickly as possible. issue an error message under values to the control unit. On a slippery surface, the throt-...

  • Page 87: Electronic Suspension Ad

    Temperature reading by comparison with the Electronic Suspension reading shown on the display. compensation Adjustment ESA II The tire inflation pressure is tem- Adjusting inflation Chassis adjustments perature dependent, i.e., it in- pressure The proper loading state must creases or decreases together Compare the TPC/RDC value in first be selected when the mo- with the tire temperature.
  • Page 88 The static normal position is virtually maintained while riding. The different riding and loading conditions are offset so that the handling of the motorcycle remains constant. It is possible to electrically change the spring rate through the combination of a conventional coil spring with a plastic element (Elastogran), the lateral expansion of which can be...

  • Page 89: Accessories

    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 If several onboard sockets are motorcycle.

  • Page 90: 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 91 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 92 Due to integration of the Zoom – : performs functions BMW Motorrad Navigator V, If applicable, switch on the nav- marked with a minus sign - there may be differences from igation device. in the navigation system. In...

  • Page 93: Case

    Security settings PIN to be entered is issued. The BMW Motorrad Navigator Turn radio key in case lock to Screen brightness V can be secured against unau- position indicated by dot.
  • Page 94 Close case Remove case Press lock barrel 1 downward. Release lever 2 pops up. Pull release lever 2 all the way Turn radio key in case lock to Pull release lever completely up RELEASE position. and open case lid. Handle pops out. Close case lid and press down.

  • Page 95: Topcase

    Case is released and can be removed. Mount case Fold up handle as far as possi- ble. 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 96 Pull the release lever all the way up and open the lid of the topcase. Close topcase Pull release lever 2 all the way Close topcase lid and hold it down. Ensure that no lug- gage is trapped between lid and case.

  • Page 97: Maintenance

    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 98 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 99: 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 100 Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- Front brake-pad wear ity, preferably an authorized limit BMW Motorrad retailer. min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm) Check rear brake pad (Only friction material without carrier plate. Wear markings thickness...
  • Page 101 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 102 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 ( 97). Checking rear brake fluid Check level of brake fluid in...

  • Page 103: 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 104: 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 105: 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 106: 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 107 Carefully pull brake calipers cle, preferably using a over the brake rotor on reassem- back and out until clear of BMW Motorrad front wheel brake disks. stand, continuing until the bly. wheel rotates freely.

  • Page 108: Installing Front Wheel

    3 with of the threaded bush, do not Always have the tightening torque. loosen or remove the left clamp- torques checked by a specialized ing device. workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Remove right-hand axle clamp- retailer. ing screw 2.
  • Page 109 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 110: 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 111: 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 112 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 113: 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 114 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 115 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 116 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 117: 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 118 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 119: 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 120: Fuses

    BMW Motorrad Installing seat ( 68). not in use retailer. not in use Switch on ignition. not in use Installing seat ( 68). Settings Set the time in Time and set the date in Fuse assignment Left handlebar fitting, top-...

  • Page 121: Care

    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 122: 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 123: Storing The Motorcycle

    Remove this type of soiling BMW Motorrad recommends with cleaning naphtha or spirit that you apply BMW Car Wax or on a clean cloth or cotton ball. another wax containing carnauba BMW Motorrad recommends or synthetic wax additives to pro- removing tar spots with BMW tect the paintwork.

  • Page 124: Technical Data

    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 ( 76).

  • Page 125: 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 126: 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 127: Fuel

    SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (for instance, molybdenum-based substances) are prohibited because they would attack the coat- ings on engine components. BMW Motorrad rec- ommends that you use the BMW Motorrad oils available from your BMW Motorrad Dealer. BMW recommends...

  • Page 128: 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 129: 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 130: Brakes

    0.19 in (min 4.9 mm), Wear limit Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the cur- rent tire approvals from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at www.bmw­motorrad.com Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Front-wheel rim size 3.50"...

  • Page 131: 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 132 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 133 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 134: Alarm System

    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 25 kHz, Broadband...

  • Page 135: 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 136: 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 137: Service

    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 138: 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 139 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 140: 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 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 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 144 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 145: 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 146 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 147 Appendix...
  • Page 148 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 149 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 150 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 151 Installing, 117 Bulbs Abbreviations and symbols, 5 Replace additional LED Maintenance instructions, 115 headlight, 115 Position on vehicle, 13 Self-diagnosis, 72 Replace bulb for high-beam Removing, 117 Technology in detail, 80 headlight, 111 Technical data, 129 Warning indicators, 30 Replace LED tail light, 115 Warning for battery charge Accessories Replacing fiber-optic halo...
  • Page 152 Clutch Daytime driving light Engine Adjusting handlebar lever, 64 Automatic daytime light Starting, 71 Checking fluid level, 102 function, 48 Technical data, 124 Checking operation, 102 Control, 11 Warning for engine Fluid reservoir, 8 Daytime light manual mode, 47 electronics, 27 Technical data, 126 Dimensions Engine oil...
  • Page 153 Fuel Heated handlebar grips Operate central locking, 12 Refueling, 76 Operating, 52 Switch off ignition, 37 Technical data, 125 Hill Start Control, 58, 80 Switch on ignition, 37 Fuel reserve Horn, 11 Unlock fuel filler cap, 76 Range, 18 Warning indicator, 26 Warning indicator, 27 Keys, 36 Immobilizer...
  • Page 154 Multifunction display, 16 Maintenance Navigation devices Right side of vehicle, 10 General instructions, 95 Installing, 88 Right-hand multifunction Maintenance intervals, 136 Operating, 90 switch, 12 Mirrors Removing, 89 Underneath seat, 13 Adjusting, 67 Notice concerning current Warning and indicator Mobility Services, 136 status, 6 lamps, 15 Motorcycle...
  • Page 155 Riding mode Starting, 71 Spark plugs, 129 Adjusting, 55 Control, 12 Standards, 6 Technology in detail, 79 Storage compartment Suspension, 127 Operating, 66 Transmission, 126 Position on vehicle, 8, 10 Weights, 134 Safety instructions Suspension Wheels and tires, 128 On braking, 74 Technical data, 127 Tires On riding, 69...
  • Page 156 Type plate Outside temperature warning, 30 Position on vehicle, 10 Overview, 15 Service, 35 Vehicle identification number Tire Pressure Monitor, 32 Position on vehicle, 10 Undervoltage, 29 Weights Warning lamps, 14 Payload table, 13 ABS, 30 Technical data, 134 Anti-theft alarm system, 34 Wheels Check wheel rims, 102 Battery charge current, 28...
  • Page 158 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2014 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 159 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 *01418557067* Order No.: 01 41 8 557 067 08/2014, 2nd edition, 07...

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