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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual (US Model) K 1600 GTL...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle Data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial registration Retailer's address/phone number (com- License plate pany 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 Oil level indicator ... . 23 Seat ......66 Service display .
  • Page 5 Brakes ....162 BMW Motorrad DTC ..107 Light sources ... . . 141 Wheels and tires .
  • Page 6 ..... . 171 Maintenance schedule ..175 Standard BMW Service . . . 176 Confirmation of mainte- nance work .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Tightening torque. structions and precaution- When the time comes to sell ary measures. Non-compliance your BMW, please remember can cause damage to the vehi- Technical data. to hand over this Rider's Manual; cle or accessories and warranty it is an important part of the mo- claims may be denied as a result.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Dynamic Traction Con- on account of country-specific going development efforts em- trol. differences. bracing their design, equipment If your BMW is equipped with and accessories. For this rea- Electronic Suspension options or accessories not de- son, aspects of your motorcycle Adjustment.

  • Page 11: Overviews

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

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Clutch fluid reservoir 131) Fuel filler opening ( Operating panel for the audio system (see separate user guide) Seat lock ( Control for rear-seat heat- ing (on the seat) ( Payload table Tire inflation pressure table Adjusting spring preload Damping adjustment Storage compartment...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Vehicle Identification Num- ber (above engine oil filler neck) Onboard power socket 112) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 128) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 130) Type plate (on front suspension) Wind deflection wing Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick ( 124) Stowage compartment of...

  • Page 16: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning flashers with additional LED headlight with additional LED headlight Operating auxiliary head- lights ( Windshield ( Turn indicators ( Horn...
  • Page 17 Multi-controller and MENU button Multifunction display oper- ation ( Operation of the audio sys- tem (see the appropriate operating instructions) Using DTC ( with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) ESA control ( Selecting favorite menu 54).

  • Page 18: Right

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

  • Page 19: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Rider's Manual (US Model) Fuses ( 148) Battery ( 145) Standard tool kit ( 124)

  • Page 20: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Speedometer - with preparation for navi- gation device (OE) Release for navigation slot Warning and indicator lights ( with navigation system Navigation device ( 113) Photocell (for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting) Tachometer Multifunction display NOTICE The brightness of the warning lights and telltale lights, the display and the instrument needle and gauge lighting is...

  • Page 21: Displays

    Displays Multifunction display ....20 Meaning of symbols ....21 Range .

  • Page 22: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Riding mode ( with Hill Start Control Hill Start Control Operating 70). Coolant temperature Warning lights ( Menu panel ( Area for messages relating to the audio system Onboard computer ( with Tire Pressure Con- trol (TPC/RDC) RDC readings Seat heating ( Heated handlebar grips with Electronic...

  • Page 23: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols 12 Gear indicator Average speed since last reset ( Ambient temperature Tire inflation pressures Stopwatch ( Meanings of the symbols at posi- tion 1: Travel times ( Average fuel consumption since last reset ( Date (display mode de- Current fuel consumption pends on the time format selected) (...

  • Page 24: Range

    The determined range is 3 Heated handlebar grips Range an approximate reading. switched on BMW Motorrad therefore 4 Front-seat heating ON The range indicates the recommends that you do not travel distance available try to use the full range before with the remaining fuel.

  • Page 25: Tire Inflation Pressures

    Additional information on the mode to the temperature read- of 68 °F (20 °C). The figure on BMW Motorrad TPC/RDC is pro- ing when the temperature drops the left side 1 indicates the front vided starting on page ( 108).

  • Page 26: Service Display

    shows yellow and the service Engine idling for at least ten seconds. symbol lights up continuously. Side stand retracted. Motorcycle is vertical. The readings mean: : Oil level correct. CHECK! : Check oil level during If the vehicle covers high annual next refueling stop.
  • Page 27 tion can occur if the battery was disconnected.

  • Page 28: Warning And Indicator Lights

    Warning and indicator lights ABS ( DTC ( Turn indicator, left Fuel reserve ( High-beam headlight Turn indicator, right Electronic engine manage- ment with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) DWA ( with additional LED headlight with additional LED headlight Auxiliary headlight ( 10 Cruise control ( 11 Universal warning light, ap- pears together with warn-...

  • Page 29: Warning Lights

    Warning lights Up to four warning symbols can be displayed at any given time. Display The universal warning lamp lights Warnings are displayed with the up for the most urgent warning. corresponding warning lamps. The possible warnings are listed on the following pages. Warnings for which there is no dedicated warning light are indi- cated by 'General' warning light 1...
  • Page 30 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-operated key outside reception range ( Replace battery of radio-operated key Lights up...
  • Page 31 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 32 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 33 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 34 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel briefly shows yellow appears on the Service overdue ( display...
  • Page 35 Use the reserve key. with Keyless Ride rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Have the defective key re- placed, preferably by an autho- Indicator light "radio-oper- Replace battery of radio- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 36 Rough engine running or workshop, preferably an autho- The temperature reading turns switching off of the engine rized BMW Motorrad retailer. red. due to a fuel shortage. Engine fault Accident hazard. Damage to the ATTENTION catalytic converter.
  • Page 37 Topping up engine oil ( 126). stalling, etc.). ized service facility, preferably Have the malfunction corrected Battery charge current an authorized BMW Motorrad as soon as possible at an insufficient Retailer. authorized service facility, General warning light shows preferably an authorized If you continue to ride be pre- red.
  • Page 38 BMW Motorrad Onboard system voltage is idling. retailer. critical When riding at low engine rpm...

  • Page 39: Outside Temperature

    Possible cause: Please contact a specialized 37 °F (3 °C). workshop, preferably an autho- Rear light, brake light or rear rized BMW Motorrad retailer. flashing turn indicator defective. WARNING Replace bulb for high-beam The LED tail light must be re- headlight ( 141).

  • Page 40: Abs Error

    DTC function is not thorized workshop, preferably tion is not available. The motor- available. The engine must be an authorized BMW Motorrad cycle must reach a speed of at running and the motorcycle must retailer. least 3.1 mph (5 km/h) before the...
  • Page 41 Do not continue riding. as soon as possible at an au- Tire inflation pressure is out- Contact roadside service. thorized workshop, preferably side approved range. an authorized BMW Motorrad Transmission error Poorer handling characteristic of retailer. the motorcycle. with Tire Pressure Control...
  • Page 42 In this case: This fault message is only shown cialist service facility, preferably Have fault eliminated at a spe- for a short time immediately fol- an authorized BMW Motorrad cialist service facility, preferably lowing the Pre-Ride-Check. retailer. an authorized BMW Motorrad Possible cause: retailer.
  • Page 43 Have the defect rectified by a adjustment is no longer possible. specialist workshop, preferably NOTICE If it is dark leave the motorcy- an authorized BMW Motorrad cle where it is or have it picked This fault message is only shown retailer. up, if possible.
  • Page 44 Anti-theft alarm battery connected. authorized BMW Motorrad re- drained Contact an authorized service tailer. with anti-theft alarm system facility, preferably an authorized (DWA) BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 45: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 45 Windshield ......67 Ignition .
  • Page 46 Tires ....... . 84...

  • Page 47: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Ignition Steering and ignition Otherwise the angle of the ground determines whether lock Switching on ignition the handlebars are set to the Keys left or right. You are provided with 2 ignition Turn handlebars to full left or keys. Should you lose your keys, right lock position.

  • Page 48: Ignition With Keyless Ride

    "au- Emergency and spare keys are thorized" for your motorcycle. only available through an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. NOTICE The keys are part of an inte- grated security system, so the A further key attached to the...
  • Page 49 radio-operated key. The seat Locking handlebars Otherwise the angle of the lock, storage compartments, ground determines whether Turn handlebars to left or right. Topcase and case can be op- the handlebars are set to the Radio-operated key is within re- erated manually.
  • Page 50 Parking lamps and all function Briefly press button 1. circuits switched on. Light is switched off. Engine can be started. Handlebars are not locked. Pre-Ride Check in progress. The windshield automatically moves to the bottom limit posi- ABS self-diagnosis in progress. tion.
  • Page 51 If the battery of the radio-oper- NOTICE only available through an autho- ated key is completely drained, rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As the motorcycle can be started A further key attached to the the radio-operated keys are part by touching the tank cover with...
  • Page 52 When inserting the battery, Period in which the en- make sure that the polarity is gine must be started. correct. Then unlocking must be re- Insert the new battery with the peated. positive side up. 30 s Battery type Pre-Ride Check in progress. Key has been detected.

  • Page 53: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display With the exception of the NOTICE Settings area, the Selecting menu menu can only be called with the A list of all the menus can be motorcycle at a standstill. found in the separate Quick Ref- erence Guide. Selecting menu item Press button 2 to step through the sequence of menus, starting...
  • Page 54 Setting parameters An arrow 1 on the upper or lower Resetting values: edge of the display indicates that You can reset average values Direct selection: by turning the Multi-Controller marked with an arrow 1 by long- If you move the cursor to a menu in the corresponding direction, pressing the Multi-Controller to item that requires no other set-...
  • Page 55 Selecting from a list: Setting numerical values: Setting relative values: A circle 2 beside each selectable If there are one or more numeri- A bar indicator enables you to item means that the items are cal values between the arrows 3, set a value in a range between part of a selection list.
  • Page 56 Exiting menu By pressing the Multi- Hold down button 3. Controller 1 to the left, you jump The diamond appears to Arrow 3 appears when you are in back to the next-higher menu; by the right of the menu des- a submenu.

  • Page 57: Onboard Computer

    Language Empty : Display lan- switched off: : no indi- Logo guage (German, English, Span- cator, : 6 cylinder logo, Speedo ish, Italian, French, Dutch, Por- : digital speed indi- tuguese) cator Time format 12 h / Fact. settings : Re- 24 h : Clock in 12-hour format store factory defaults (when...
  • Page 58 Date : Current date Oil level : Engine-oil level : No reading Resetting average data Info Call up the menu and select the average value you want to reset. Push the Multi-Controller to the right and hold it in this po- With the stopwatch stopped, Push the Multi-Controller 1 to sition until the average value is...

  • Page 59: Tripmeter

    Tripmeter Reset tripmeter NOTICE Switch on ignition. Selecting tripmeter Select desired tripmeter. The parking lights are a strain Switch on ignition. on the battery. Do not leave the ignition switched on longer than absolutely necessary. Headlight low beam The headlights automatically come on in their low-beam mode as soon as you start the engine.
  • Page 60 Pull switch 1 rearward to oper- Switch ignition on and then drives on the right-hand side of ate headlight flasher. off again to switch off parking the road. lights. L-hand traffic : for NOTICE countries in which the traffic Adjusting for traffic drives on the left-hand side of The high-beam headlight can driving on right or driving...
  • Page 61 Operating auxiliary Operating ground lighting headlight with ground lighting with additional LED Switch on ignition. headlight Settings Call up the Vehicle menu and select with additional LED Ground light headlight NOTICE Press button 1 to switch on the auxiliary headlights. The auxiliary headlights are The telltale light shows.

  • Page 62: Turn Indicators

    The defined rid- If the turn indicator button is tors. released, the emergency flasher ing time and distance can be set function becomes active again. by an authorized BMW Motorrad Hazard warning retailer. flashers Operating hazard warning flashers...

  • Page 63: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Emergency ON/OFF The engine can be switched off easily and quickly using the switch emergency ON/OFF switch. Press button 1 to switch on hazard warning flashers. Ignition can be switched off. Emergency ON/OFF To switch off the hazard warning switch Engine switched off flashers: Operating position...

  • Page 64: Seat Heating

    NOTICE NOTICE The heated grips option can only Seat heating can be activated be activated when the engine is only when the engine is running. 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 65 NOTICE Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running. Symbol 1 appears on the display, The passenger seat can be indicating that the seat heating is heated at two levels. The second level is used for fast heat-up of the seat;...

  • Page 66: Dynamic Traction Control

    Dynamic Traction words until the ignition is next switched on. Control (DTC) The DTC warning light Switching DTC off and on shows to indicate that DTC Switch on ignition. has been switched off. Settings Call up the menu Select to switch on DTC. Alternate method: Switch the and select ignition off and then on.
  • Page 67 Throttle turned all the way back Clutch actuated Once the new riding mode has been activated, the selection display disappears. The mode selected in this way is retained with the engine- characteristic and DTC adap- tation settings even after the Press button 1.

  • Page 68: Seat

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

  • Page 69: Windshield

    Adjusting the slipstream de- system will function correctly if a flectors while driving. windscreen that does not have Accident hazard BMW approval is installed. Do not attempt to adjust the Under these circumstances: slipstream deflectors unless the Before switching off the igni- motorcycle is at a standstill.

  • Page 70: Cruise Control

    Cruise control Setting road speed Acceleration Switching on cruise control Briefly press button 2 forward. Briefly press button 2 forward. Speed is increased by 0.6 mph NOTICE (1 km/h) each time button is Push switch 1 to right. pressed. The cruise control can be set Button 2 is operational.
  • Page 71 Decreasing speed yond back position) to deacti- erate only to the cruising speed vate cruise-control system. saved in memory, even though you might have intended slowing Cruise control indicator lamp to a lower speed. goes out. Indicator light for cruise- Resuming former cruising control system lights up.

  • Page 72: Hill Start Control

    Hill Start Control NOTICE NOTICE with Hill Start Control You can find more detailed infor- Hill Start Control is automatically Hill Start Control mation regarding Hill Start Con- deactivated after pulling away. Operating trol in the "Technology in detail" The general warning light chapter.

  • Page 73: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments Damage to objects housed here, WARNING particularly electronic devices Use the stowage such as cell phones and MP3 Adjusting the clutch lever compartments players. while driving. Refer to the operating Accident hazard instructions of the electronic Only adjust the clutch lever device for possible usage when the motorcycle is restrictions.

  • Page 74: Brakes

    Shifting NOTICE Adjusting shift lever The adjusting screw can be turned more easily if you press the clutch lever forward when doing so. Brakes Adjusting handbrake lever Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- wise to increase distance be- WARNING tween brake lever and handle- Slacken screw 1.

  • Page 75: Mirrors

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

  • Page 76: Damping

    Damping Poorer handling. Adjust damping characteristic Setting to changed spring preload. The damping must be adjusted To increase spring preload, to the road conditions and the turn adjustment wheel in di- spring preload. rection of HIGH arrow. A rough road surface requires To decrease spring preload, softer damping than a smooth turn adjustment wheel in direc-...

  • Page 77: Esa Electronic Suspension Adjust

    Settings Additional information on the Basic setting of rear ESA II Electronic Suspension You can use the ESA Electronic wheel rear-wheel damp- Adjustment is provided on page Suspension Adjustment feature 109). to adapt your motorcycle to its without Electronic current load as well as the road Adjusting the suspension Suspension Adjustment surface.

  • Page 78: Central Locking System

    grayed while adjustment is in progress. Central locking system Locking with central locking system The possible settings for the The possible settings for vehicle damping characteristic appear load appear on the display. on the display. One-up Comfort : comfort mode Normal : normal mode One-up with luggage...
  • Page 79 alarm system are described in Alternatively: Press button 2 on remote control or radio-op- the corresponding section. erated key. with ground lighting The two stowage compart- The ground lighting is switched ments in the side panels, the on for a brief period. cases and the topcase are Emergency unlocking locked.
  • Page 80 invariably log on all the remote controls in the set. Enable logon of the remote controls as follows: Switch on the ignition. First turn the key in the top- Turn the key in the stowage- case lock 45° past the LOCK compartment lock 45°...
  • Page 81 while the unit was beyond the You can now proceed to log on To complete logon: range of the alarm system. all the remote controls. Switch off ignition. The procedure for synchroniz- Step through the following pro- Three acoustic signals sound. ing the remote controls is as cedure with each remote con- Logon is also ended when...

  • Page 82: Alarm System(Dwa)

    Replacing battery in the Dispose of the old battery in The LED on the remote control accordance with legal regula- lights up; the remote control remote-control unit tions. Do not dispose of the has to be synchronized. with central locking system battery in the household waste.
  • Page 83 Vehicle Alarm Activate without remote Activate with remote key Select syst. Sensor key or radio-operated key or radio-operated key If applicable, switch on auto- NOTICE matic activation of the anti-theft alarm after ignition OFF. Only motorcycles without Key- Customize anti-theft alarm sys- less Ride have a separate remote tem settings ( 84).
  • Page 84 cycle on a train and the sway- If the battery is discharged all NOTICE ing movement of the moving functions remain operational; the train could trip the alarm), press only difference is that the alarm See also the other functions of button 1 on the remote key or cannot be set off if the system is the remote control for the central...
  • Page 85 Deactivate with remote 1 flash: Motion sensor 1 2 flashes: Motion sensor 2 key or radio-operated key 3 flashes: ignition switched on with unauthorized key 4 flashes: alarm system is dis- connected from the motorcycle battery 5 flashes: Motion sensor 3 Deactivate without remote You can cancel an alarm at any key or radio-operated key...

  • Page 86: Tires

    when the alarm is switched on alarm function is automatically reactivated after 30 seconds if or off. Operat. tone "Activation after ignition off" has been programmed. Turn indicators flash as only confirmation when anti-theft Turn indicators light up once. alarm is switched on or off. Confirmation tone sounds once Make the desired adjustment (if programmed).
  • Page 87 Check tire pressures against data below. Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire cold) Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tire cold) If tire pressure is too low: Correct tire pressure.

  • Page 89: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....88 Starting ......90 Breaking in .

  • Page 90: Safety Instructions

    Pack heavy pieces of luggage sure of the year. Your authorized and cargo as low and as close Poor tire tread BMW Motorrad Dealer will be to the center of the motorcycle Etc. happy to advise you and has as possible.

  • Page 91: Catalytic Converter

    Do not run the engine in Do not run the fuel tank dry. Overheating caused by insuffi- closed rooms. cient cooling. In extreme cases, Do not run the engine with the the motorcycle could catch fire. spark-plug cap removed. Burn hazard Do not allow the engine to idle Stop the engine immediately if unnecessarily.

  • Page 92: Starting

    Check engine oil level ( 124). Before every journey: NOTICE Check front brake pad thick- Function of the brake system ness ( 126). Function of the lighting and You cannot start the motorcycle Check rear brake pad thickness signal system with the side stand extended and 127).
  • Page 93 General warning light shows The self-diagnosis routine yellow. is determining whether the The starting attempt is automati- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is cally interrupted if battery voltage Phase 2 ready for operation. The self- is too low. Recharge the battery...

  • Page 94: Breaking In

    The readiness for operation completed Try to do most of your rid- of the BMW Motorrad DTC is The DTC symbol is no longer ing during this initial period on checked by the self-diagnosis. displayed.

  • Page 95: Brakes

    Brakes Observe the engine run-in WARNING speeds. How do you achieve New brake pads. Engine run-in speed the shortest stopping Extension of the braking distance. distances? Accident hazard. The dynamic load distribution be- <5000 min (Odometer read- Brake early. tween the front and rear wheel ing 0...186 miles (0...300 km)) changes during braking.
  • Page 96 Braking in curves. to the road surface. must be expected in the follow- Danger of falling despite ABS Pro BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- ing situations: The rider is always responsi- vents the front wheel from lock- When driving in the rain and ble for adapting his/her driving ing.

  • Page 97: Parking Your Motorcycle

    riding errors. In extreme cases On a grade, the motorcycle ATTENTION this my result in a fall. should always face uphill; se- lect 1st gear. Poor ground conditions in Use on public roads area of stand. Center stand ABS Pro helps make riding your Component damage caused by motorcycle on public roads even Switch off engine.

  • Page 98: Refueling

    Fold out center stand and jack Do not refuel with E85, i.e. fuel ATTENTION up motorcycle. with an ethanol content of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel. Fuel attacks plastic surfaces. Refueling Fuels with a maximum ethanol Surfaces become unattractive or Fuel specifications content of 10 %, i.e.
  • Page 99 than the fuel reserve, so that the Do not smoke. Never bring new filling level is detected and a naked flame near the fuel the fuel warning light is switched tank. off. WARNING Usable fuel quantity Escaping of fuel due to ex- pansion under exposure to Approx.
  • Page 100 the vehicle standing on the side Version 1 The indicator light for the stand. radio-operated key flashes as with Keyless Ride long as the radio-operated key with Keyless Ride Within the run-on time is being searched for. Switch off ignition ( 48).

  • Page 101: Securing Motorcycle For Trans

    fuel quantity must be greater Fuel filler cap automatically than the fuel reserve, so that the locks after run-on time expires. new filling level is detected and The engaged fuel filler cap the fuel warning light is switched locks immediately when the off.
  • Page 102 Fasten straps at rear on both ATTENTION sides on rear frame and ten- sion. Incorrect routing of tension- Do not pull the straps over the ing straps. footpegs. Damage to brake lines, cables, Uniformly tighten all the straps. storage and fairing. Route tensioning straps care- fully.

  • Page 103: Technology In De

    Integral ABS ..... . . 103 Engine management with BMW Motorrad DTC ....107 Tire Pressure Control TPC/ RDC .

  • Page 104: Riding Mode

    Riding mode that the DTC system offers de- ROAD creases accordingly. In this mode the full engine Selection Therefore, consider the follow- output is available. Power Three riding modes allow 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 105: Hill Start Control

    The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS rolling back on hills, making it un- switched on, adapts the braking force distribu- necessary for the rider to main-...
  • Page 106 Damage to rear-wheel brake and maintains driving stability regard- clutch. How is the BMW Motorrad less of the road surface condi- Do not attempt Burn Outs. Integral ABS noticeable to tion.
  • Page 107 ABS? iliary stand at idle or with gear lock up until very late, if at all. The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS engaged. Consequently, ABS does not in- ensures driving stability on any Rear wheel locked by the en- tervene until very late, if at all.
  • Page 108 ABS to ABS Pro tion, it is vital that the specified sensor, which is already used for In the past, the BMW Motorrad service intervals be observed. Dynamic Traction Control DTC ABS system provided for a very and for Dynamic ESA.

  • Page 109: Engine Management With Bmw Motorrad Dtc

    The rider is always responsi- with BMW Motorrad ble for adapting his/her driving BMW Motorrad DTC? style. BMW Motorrad DTC is designed How does DTC work? Do not reduce the system's ex- as an assistant system for the tra safety margin with careless The BMW Motorrad DTC com- rider and for use on public roads.

  • Page 110: Tire Pressure Control Tpc

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

  • Page 111: Esa Ii Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    the ambient temperature and on Adjusting inflation ESA II Electronic the driving style and duration. pressure Suspension Adjustment The tire inflation pressures are Compare the TPC/RDC value in with Electronic Suspension Ad- shown temperature-compen- the multifunction display with the justment (ESA) sated in the multifunction display;...
  • Page 112 spring. Accordingly, the spring The combination of spring base, damping and spring rate rate is lower, the less the sleeve ensures the chassis geometry limits the expansion of the plastic element. is always appropriate. The static normal position is virtually maintained while riding. The different driving and load- ing statuses are offset so that the drivability of the motorcycle...

  • Page 113: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....112 Onboard power sockets ... 112 Navigation device ....113 Case .

  • Page 114: General Instructions

    If several onboard sockets are circumstances. accessories and other products. being operated, the total current Use only parts and accessories You will find all BMW Motorrad may not exceed the maximum approved by BMW for your optional accessories on loadability.

  • Page 115: Navigation Device

    Navigation device Operating electrical acces- sories with navigation system You can start using electrical ac- Installing navigation cessories connected to an on- board socket only when the ig- device nition is switched on. If you sub- Switch on ignition. sequently switch off the ignition the sockets are also switched off if the power drain caused by their electrical consumers is high.
  • Page 116 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 117 Operating navigation view zooms in on the map de- Special functions tail. device Integration of the BMW Motorrad Zoom – : Performs functions Navigator IV into the K 1600 If applicable, switch on the nav- marked with a minus sign - GTL series has produced a num- igation device.

  • Page 118: Case

    PIN to be entered is issued. Security settings Screen brightness The BMW Motorrad Navigator Screen brightness is adjusted by Turn the key to the in the case IV can be secured against unau- the motorcycle while the unit is...
  • Page 119 Closing case Turn key in case lock into LOCK position and remove. Removing case Press lock barrel 1 downward. Release lever 2 pops up. Pull release lever 2 all the way Pull the release lever all the way up and open the lid of the Close case lid and press down.
  • Page 120 If you cannot find your combi- nation of vehicle and case on the label, contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer. Pull carry handle 3 up as far as Insert case in brackets 4.

  • Page 121: Topcase

    Topcase Closing the Topcase Open Topcase with central locking system If applicable, open the central locking. Press lock barrel 1 forward. Release lever 2 pops up. Pull release lever 2 all the way Pull the release lever all the way up and open the lid of the Close Topcase lid and hold topcase.
  • Page 122 Removing Topcase Place the seat, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. Switch off ignition. Push slide latch 2 toward the outside and hold it in this posi- Use the ignition key to unlock tion. seat lock 1 and lift the rear of Turn rotary latch 3 clockwise the seat.
  • Page 123 while pressing down on the back edge of the topcase. Release warning 4 is no longer visible. If the release warning is still vis- ible the topcase is not correctly secured. Do not attempt to set the mo- torcycle in motion. Make sure that the topcase is correctly Raise the rear of the topcase Set the topcase on the lug-...
  • Page 124 Observe maximum payload and maximum speed as indicated on label in the topcase. If you cannot find your combi- Connect plug 2 of the seat nation of vehicle and topcase heating. on the label, contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer.

  • Page 125: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....124 Onboard tool kit ....124 Engine oil .

  • Page 126: General Instructions

    Replace bulb for sump. described here. If you are in high-beam headlight Misinterpretation of the oil capac- doubt, consult an authorized 141). workshop, preferably your au- thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 127 Only check the oil level after a longer journey or when the engine is warm. Make sure the surface is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its main stand at oper- ating temperature. Allow engine to idle until fan starts, then let it continue run- Remove oil dipstick 1 and wipe ning for an additional minute.

  • Page 128: Brake System

    Wipe area around fill location Install oil dipstick. Have the brakes checked at an clean. authorized workshop, preferably Brake system an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake operation Make sure ground is level and Check front brake pad firm and park motorcycle.
  • Page 129 Visually inspect left and right ity, preferably an authorized Front brake-pad wear brake pads to determine their BMW Motorrad retailer. limit thickness. Viewing direction: Check rear brake pad between wheel and front min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
  • Page 130 Conduct a visual inspection of ity, preferably an authorized Rear brake-pad wear the brake pad thickness. View- BMW Motorrad dealer. limit ing direction: from below to- Checking front brake fluid ward brake pads 1. min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
  • Page 131 BMW Motorrad re- Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on tailer. its center stand. 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 ( 126).

  • Page 132: 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. Check level of brake fluid in Rear brake fluid level rear brake-fluid reservoir 1. NOTICE...

  • Page 133: Clutch

    If no clear pressure point can be felt: Have the clutch checked by an authorized workshop, preferably Read off clutch fluid level at Coolant, specified level an authorized BMW Motorrad reservoir 1. retailer. NOTICE Checking clutch fluid level between MIN and MAX marks...

  • Page 134: Wheel Rims And Tires

    For every size of tire, minimum tread depth is authorized BMW Motorrad re- BMW Motorrad has tested and reached. approved certain makes as tailer. roadworthy. BMW Motorrad Make sure ground is level and...

  • Page 135: Removing Front Wheel

    TPC/RDC sensor width of the wheels stored in the is not damaged. Inform the control unit have particular sig- BMW Motorrad retailer or the nificance as the basis for all nec- authorized workshop of the TPC/ essary calculations. A change in RDC sensor.
  • Page 136 Remove cable tie 2. Remove screws 3 of brake calipers on left and right. Mask off area of wheel rim that could be scratched in process of removing brake calipers. Remove screws 1 on left and right. Pull out front wheel cover to- Push brake pads 4 apart ward front.

  • Page 137: Installing Front Wheel

    Please see the information on speed sensor caused by BMW Motorrad front wheel the effect of wheel sizes on the poorly aligned threaded stand, continuing until the ABS and DTC chassis control bushing in the front wheel rotates freely.
  • Page 138 Always have the tightening Remove front wheel stand. torques checked by a spe- cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. ATTENTION Front wheel installation op- posite the running direction. Lift front wheel and install Accident hazard quick-release axle 3 with...

  • Page 139: Removing Rear Wheel

    Install securing screws 3 on left Clip on retaining clip 1 holding Install front wheel cover and fit and right with specified torque. the sensor cable to the brake screws 1 on right and left. line. Front brake caliper on Removing rear wheel Secure new cable tie 2.

  • Page 140: Installing Rear Wheel

    Lower rear wheel to the ground Damage or loosening of screwed and roll out toward rear. connections. Always have the tightening torques checked by a spe- cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 141: Front Wheel Stand

    Tighten rear wheel on Mounting front wheel wheel flange stand Tightening sequence: diago- ATTENTION nally Use of the BMW Motorrad 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) front wheel stand without an additional center or auxiliary Loosen locating screws 1. stand. Component damage caused by...

  • Page 142: Jump-Starting

    The left mounting pin moves ATTENTION too much. Lifting off of the main stand Damage to the sensor ring Current too high when jump- if the motorcycle is raised of the ABS integrated in the starting the motorcycle too high. BMW Motorrad.

  • Page 143: Light Sources

    starter motor and donor bat- Cable fire or damage to the vehi- Do not disconnect the battery cle electronics from the onboard electrical sys- tery. tem when jump-starting the Do not jump-start the motor- Allow both engines to idle for a engine.
  • Page 144 Switch on the ignition and raise the windscreen to its highest position. Remove screw 2 and work hand protector 3 to the side to remove. Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to its lowest position. Turn slipstream deflector 1 out.
  • Page 145 Replace defective light source. Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W To protect the glass against soiling, only grasp the light source by the base. Disconnect plug 2. Connect plug 2. Install bulb 4 while ensuring correct position of lug 5.
  • Page 146 Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to its lowest position. Install screw 1. Close plug connection 3. Install screws 1. Switch on the ignition and raise the windscreen to its highest position. Hold side cover 3 in position and install screw 2.

  • Page 147: Battery

    Please contact a specialist NOTICE clean and dry. service facility for this pur- Do not open the battery. BMW Motorrad has developed a pose, preferably an authorized Do not top up with water. trickle-charger specially designed BMW Motorrad retailer. Be sure to read and comply...
  • Page 148 Damage to charger and chassis case, charge the battery directly electronics. electronics. at the terminals of the discon- Disconnect the battery be- Use suitable BMW chargers. nected battery. fore charging on the battery The correct charger is avail- terminals. able through your authorized Charge disconnected BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 149: Remove Battery

    ing used, the battery must be Installing battery recharged regularly. See the Place battery in battery com- instructions for caring for your partment, positive terminal on battery. Always fully recharge right in direction of travel. the battery before returning it to use.

  • Page 150: Fuses

    Switch on ignition. (ESA) an authorized specialized work- Settings Set the time in shop, preferably an authorized Time and set the date in 30 A BMW Motorrad retailer. Settings Date Electronic engine manage- Installing seat ( 122). ment Fuses Fuse box...
  • Page 151 Beam throw adjustment with adaptive headlight Adaptive cornering lights Main relay, instrument panel, ignition switch not in use with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) 7.5 A Alarm system...

  • Page 153: Care

    Care Care products ..... 152 Washing your motorcycle ..152 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 154: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends Brake early until the brake ro- care products available at your that you use BMW Insect Re- tors and brake pads are dry. authorized BMW Motorrad mover to soften and wash off retailer.

  • Page 155: Cleaning Sensitive Motorcycle

    Damage to plastic surfaces. ATTENTION salt, carefully clean chrome parts Do not use abrasive cleaners or with plenty of water and BMW Use of silicone sprays for cleaners containing alcohol or auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- care of rubber seals.

  • Page 156: Store Motorcycle

    BMW Motorrad recommends Clean the motorcycle. dirt, e.g. tree resin or pollen. that you apply BMW Car Wax or At the same time, you should Completely fill the motorcycle's another wax containing carnauba remove particularly aggressive fuel tank.

  • Page 157: Technical Data

    Technical Data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 156 Weights ......168 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 158: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling procedure ( 96).

  • Page 159: 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 160: 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 161: Fuel

    Approx. 1.2 gal (Approx. 4.5 l), with filter replace- ment Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL/JASO MA2, Additives (for in- stance, molybdenum-based substances) are pro- hibited, because they would attack the coatings on engine components, BMW Motorrad recom- mends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate Oil BMW recommends...

  • Page 162: 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 163: 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 164: Brakes

    Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is avail- able from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com. Speed category of front/rear tires W, minimum requirement: 168 mph (270 km/h)
  • Page 165 Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17" Front tire designation 120 / 70 ZR 17 Load index for front tire At least 58 Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g) Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2...

  • Page 166: Electrical System

    Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A, all onboard sockets together Battery Battery design Gel battery Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 19 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI-8 Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm), New 0.04 in (1.0 mm), Wear limit Bulbs...
  • Page 167 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 168: Anti-Theft Alarm

    Anti-Theft Alarm System with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) 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) Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband Transmission frequency...

  • Page 169: 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 170: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 767 lbs (348 kg), DIN unladen weight, with cases and topcase, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 1235 lbs (560 kg) Maximum payload 467 lbs (212 kg) Performance data Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- 20 % ble total weight)

  • Page 171: Service

    Service Reporting safety defects ... 170 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 171 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......171 Maintenance procedures .

  • Page 172: Defects

    National Highway Traffic Safety Ad- ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 173: Bmw Motorrad Service

    Services With its worldwide service net- work, BMW Motorrad can attend The BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- To ensure that your BMW con- to you and your motorcycle in vices furnish you and your new sistently remains in optimal con- over 100 countries around the...
  • Page 174 (1200 km). More information on the topic of BMW Service service is available at: BMW Service is carried out once bmw-motorrad.com/service a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be depen- The required scope of mainte-...

  • Page 177: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW running-in check Standard BMW Service 176) Engine oil change with fil- Replacing air cleaner insert Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gear Change the brake fluid in the entire system annually or every...

  • Page 178: Standard Bmw Service

    Standard BMW Service Checking that the engine start- ing suppression works. The standard BMW Service in- Final inspection and checking cludes the following maintenance for road safety. work: Setting the service date and Performing the brief test using remaining distance to service.

  • Page 179: 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 180 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 181 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 182 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 183 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 184: 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 185 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 187: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi- lizer ....... . 186 Certificate for Remote Key ..188 Certificate for Keyless Ride .

  • Page 188: Immobilizer

    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 189 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 190: Key

    Certifications Remote Control for Deutsch Hiermit erklärt Meta System S.p.A., dass sich das central locking system Gerät PF240009 in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Eesti Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ...
  • Page 191 Certifications Ελληνική Nederlands ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤ΢Α Meta System S.p.A. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ Hierbij verklaart Meta System S.p.A. dat het toestel ΟΣΙ PF240009 ΢ΤΜΜΟΡΥΩΝΕΣΑΙ ΠΡΟ΢ ΣΙ΢ PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de ΟΤ΢ΙΩΔΕΙ΢ ΑΠΑΙΣΗ΢ΕΙ΢ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ΢ ΛΟΙΠΕ΢ essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen ΢ΦΕΣΙΚΕ΢...
  • Page 192 1999/5/ES. krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Slovensky USA, Canada Meta System S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že PF240009 Product name: TX BMW MR spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné FCC ID: P3O98400 ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. IC:4429A - TXBMWMR Suomi Meta System S.p.A.
  • Page 193 42124 Reggio Emilia –Italy Declare Under own responsibility that the product: TX BMW MR To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). This product is in conformity with the following standards: Health &...

  • Page 194: Less Ride

    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 195 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 196: Control

    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 197: Index

    Maintenance instructions, 145 Bulbs Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Replace bulb for high-beam Position on motorcycle, 17 headlight, 141 Removing, 147 Self-diagnosis, 91 Replace LED tail light, 145 Technical data, 164 Technology in detail, 103 Replacing additional LED Warning for battery charge Warning indicators, 38 headlight, 144 current, 35...
  • Page 198 Technical Data, 160 Indicator light, 18 Control, 14 Confirmation of maintenance Operating, 75 work, 177 Technology in detail, 109 Coolant Electrical system Checking level, 130 Technical Data, 164 Fluid level indicator, 13 Emergency on/off switch (kill Frame Overtemperature warning Technical Data, 167 switch), 16 indicator, 34 Operating, 61...
  • Page 199 Warning indicator, 33 Ignition Ground lighting Keys, 45, 46 Switching off, 46 Operating, 59 Switching on, 45 Lights Immobilizer Hazard warning flashers Emergency key, 46, 48 Control, 14 Control, 14 Warning indicator, 33 Headlight low beam, 57 Operating, 60 Indicator lights, 18 Operating headlight flasher, 57 Headlight Overview, 26...
  • Page 200 Parking, 95 Onboard power socket Information on use, 112 Returning to use, 154 Display, 23 Position on vehicle, 13 Storage, 154 Rim sticker, 133 Onboard tool kit Tying down, 99 Technology in detail, 108 Contents, 124 Multifunction display, 18 Warning indicators, 39 Position on motorcycle, 17 Control, 14 Rear-wheel drive...
  • Page 201 Seat Storage compartment Suspension, 161 Installing, 66 Operating, 71 Transmission, 160 Locking mechanism, 11 Position on vehicle, 11, 13 Weights, 168 Removing, 66 Suspension Wheels and tires, 162 Seat heating Technical Data, 161 Tires Control, 11 Checking tire inflation Switching off, 95 pressures, 84 Operating, 62 Symbols...
  • Page 202 Type plate Outside temperature warning, 37 Position on vehicle, 13 Overview, 26 Service, 42 Vehicle identification number Tire Pressure Monitor, 39 Position on vehicle, 13 Undervoltage, 36 Weights Warning lamps, 18 Payload table, 17 ABS, 38 Technical Data, 168 Anti-theft alarm, 41 Wheels Check wheel rims, 132 Battery charge current, 35...
  • Page 204 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2015 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 205 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold You'll find additional information on all aspects of your motorcycle at: bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01418522707* Order No.: 01 41 8 522 707 08.2015, 7th edition, 07...

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