Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad K 1600B Series
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BMW Motorrad Rider's Manual (US Model) K 1600 B...
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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)
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Welcome to BMW Documentation confirming per- formance of scheduled mainte- nance is a precondition for gen- Congratulations on choosing a motorcycle from BMW Motorrad erous handling of out-of-warranty claims and goodwill warranty and welcome to the community treatment. of BMW motorcycle owners and riders.
Overview WARNING Hazard with Result of an activity. moderate risk. Failure to Chapter 2 of this Rider's Man- Reference to a page with avoid this hazard can result in ual will provide you with an ini- more detailed informa- death or serious injury. tial overview of your motorcycle.
This Rider's Manual describes for instance due to the selected In addition, BMW Motorrad can- optional equipment (OE) offered optional equipment, national-mar- not guarantee the total absence by BMW and selected optional ket version or country-specific of errors.
Depending on the country, BMW Motorrad retailers the vehicle owner can be iden- Data memory Your BMW Motorrad retailer is tified using the vehicle identifi- always happy to answer any of cation number and registration General your questions.
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Qualified service partners The vehicle owner can have a Specialist workshops Operating data in the vehicle BMW Motorrad retailer or other Service providers qualified service partner or spe- Control units process data so Vehicle users may request in- cialist workshop read out the that the vehicle can run.
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Vehicle responses in specific The information can be read out recorder in the vehicle can be driving situations, such as acti- by a BMW Motorrad retailer or reset by a BMW Motorrad retailer vation of dynamic driving sys- or other qualified service partner...
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mation is transmitted to the mo- Data input and data transfer Data about the use of inter- in the vehicle net services. This data can be bile end device. This includes for stored locally in the vehicle or instance position data and other General general vehicle data, depending is on a device connected to the...
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transmitter and receiver or via Any collection, processing and personally integrated mobile end use of personal data that goes devices such as smartphones. beyond the provision of services Online functions, as they are take place only as permitted by called, are used over this mobile law, on the basis of a contractual phone connection.
General view, left side Fuel filler opening 101) Operating panel for the audio system (see separate operating instructions) Seat lock ( Passenger seat heating rocker switch ( Load capacity table Tire inflation pressure table Storage compartment Wind deflection wing...
General view, right side Storage compartment Power socket ( 150) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 125) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 127) Type plate (on the front suspension) Wind deflection wing Engine number (above the engine oil filler opening) Vehicle identification num- ber (above the engine oil filler opening on the rear...
Multifunction switch, left High beam and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning lights sys- tem ( with reverser Reverser ( 57). with additional head- light Additional headlight 59). Windshield ( Turn indicators ( Horn Multi-Controller and MENU button Multifunction display Audio system (see corre- sponding rider's manual)
Multifunction switch, right with central locking sys- Central locking system 77). Select riding mode ( Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starting engine (...
Instrument cluster Speedometer Release for navigation bay Indicator and warning lights with audio system US version with navigation preparation with navigation system Navigation device 152). Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting) Tachometer Multifunction display NOTICE The brightness of the indicator and warning lights, the display and the instrument needle and gage lighting is adapted automat-...
Indicator and warning lights ABS ( DTC ( Turn indicator, left Fuel reserve ( High beam Turn indicator, right Anti-theft alarm system Additional headlight Cruise control ( 10 General warning light, in conjunction with warn- ing symbols on display...
Meaning of symbols Average speed since last Vehicle voltage reset ( Ambient temperature Oil level ( with tire pressure monitor (TPM) Tire pressures ( Meaning of the symbols at posi- tion 1: Stopwatch ( Average fuel consumption since last reset ( Travel times ( 2 Passenger seat heating turned Current fuel consumption...
Multifunction display Riding mode ( Using Hill Start Control Pro 76). Coolant temperature Warning lights ( Menu panel ( Area for messages relating to the audio system Onboard computer ( with tire pressure moni- tor (TPM) TPM readings Seat heating ( Heated handlebar grips D-ESA settings ( Trip distance (...
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...
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Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights The ice crystal Outside temperature warning ( symbol is displayed. The general warn- The key symbol is Electronic immobilizer is active ( ing light lights up displayed. yellow. The "remote key Radio-operated key outside reception outside reception range (...
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Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights The general warn- The engine sym- Severe engine fault ( ing lamp flashes bol appears on the yellow. display. The oil can symbol Engine-oil level too low ( is displayed. The general warn- The tire symbol Tire inflation pressure is outside ap- ing light flashes...
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Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights The general warn- Headlamp with Light direction of the low-beam headlight ing light lights up question mark not known ( red. appears on the display. The general warn- Headlamp with Beam-throw adjustment of the low-beam ing lamp flashes zero appears on headlight restricted (...
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Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights The split battery Onboard system voltage low ( symbol appears on the display. The general warn- The split battery Onboard system voltage critical ( ing light lights up symbol appears on yellow. the display. The general warn- The battery symbol Battery charge current insufficient...
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Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights The ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed and warning light flashes. The ABS indicator ABS error ( and warning light light up. The DTC indicator DTC intervention ( light flashes rapidly. The DTC indicator DTC self-diagnosis not completed light flashes slowly.
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Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Fuel reserve sym- The fuel-level read- Fuel down to reserve ( bol lights up. ing is displayed in yellow. Stop symbol is dis- Hill Start Control Pro active ( played. The general warn- Stop symbol Hill Start Control Pro is automatically de- ing lamp flashes...
Risk of black ice, even above placed, preferably by an autho- drops below 37 °F (3 °C), 37 °F (3 °C) rized BMW Motorrad retailer. this warning of possible ice for- Accident hazard mation appears . The display Radio-operated key...
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Have the defective key fob as possible by an authorized The general warning light transmitter replaced by an au- workshop, preferably an autho- lights up red. thorized BMW Motorrad re- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The temperature display is tailer. Engine fault shown in red.
The engine control unit has diag- The engine symbol appears authorized service facility, nosed a fault. on the display. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer. Possible cause: WARNING The engine control unit has diag- Oil level indicator Unusual handling when the nosed a serious fault.
The general warning light flashes red. Engine-oil level too low The oil can symbol is dis- played. Additional information about the BMW Motorrad TPM is provided Possible cause: starting on page ( 115). The displayed tire pressures refer The electronic oil level sensor to a tire temperature of 68 °F...
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If you are unsure about the tire's Check tire for damage and cialist service facility, preferably suitability for continued riding: suitability for continued use. an authorized BMW Motorrad Do not continue riding. retailer. If it is still possible to drive with Contact roadside service.
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Have fault eliminated at a spe- been exceeded for the first time cialist service facility, preferably for a limited time. 115). an authorized BMW Motorrad Contact an authorized service retailer. facility, preferably an authorized Observe the TPM display at BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Rear light, brake light or rear with Adaptive Lights workshop, preferably an autho- flashing turn indicator defective. Headlamp with Left/Right rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The LED tail light must be re- appears on the display. placed. Beam-throw adjustment Cornering light control for the...
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Please contact a specialized not necessary for road safety workshop, preferably an autho- (e.g. heated body warmer or The general warning light rized BMW Motorrad retailer. auxiliary headlights). lights up yellow. Onboard system voltage The split battery symbol Battery charge current appears on the display.
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Contact an authorized service when the motorcycle's battery BMW Motorrad Retailer. facility, preferably an authorized is disconnected. BMW Motorrad retailer. Anti-theft alarm battery Contact an authorized service...
DTC function thorized workshop, preferably is not available. The engine must must be ridden at a speed of at an authorized BMW Motorrad be running and the motorcycle least 3.1 mph (5 km/h) so that retailer. the ABS self-diagnosis can be...
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The range indicates the thorized workshop, preferably travel distance available DTC deactivated an authorized BMW Motorrad with the remaining fuel. The av- The DTC indicator light retailer. erage consumption employed lights up.
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The determined range is The general warning lamp an approximate reading. flashes yellow. Reserve fuel quantity BMW Motorrad therefore Stop symbol flashes briefly. recommends that you do not try to use the full range before Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) refueling.
Hill Start Control Pro The brake temperature odometer are shown for a short symbol is displayed. time after the Pre-Ride-Check. cannot be activated If the service is overdue the The general warning lamp DANGER General warning light briefly flashes yellow. shows yellow and the service Driving with overheated Stop symbol flashes briefly.
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If the countdown distance to rized BMW Motorrad retailer. the early service is less than 621 miles (1000 km), countdown distance 2 is displayed. NOTICE...
Ignition Steering and ignition Otherwise the angle of the ground determines whether lock Switching on ignition the handlebars are set to the Vehicle keys left or right. You are provided with 2 ignition Turn handlebars to left. keys. Should you lose your keys, refer to the information regard- ing the electronic immobilizer (EWS) (...
Emergency and spare keys are key has been recognized as "au- only available through an autho- thorized" for your motorcycle. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The keys are part of an inte- NOTICE grated security system, so the retailer is under an obligation to...
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the radio-operated key. The seat Locking handlebars On level ground, always turn lock, storage compartments and the handlebars to the left to set with Keyless Ride cases can be operated manually. the steering lock. Requirement Press and hold button 1. Handlebars are turned to left or NOTICE Steering lock audibly locks.
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Version 1 Version 1 Parking lights and all function circuits switched on. Engine can be started. Pre-Ride Check in progress. ABS self-diagnosis is being performed. ( DTC self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( Switch off ignition Briefly press button 1. Briefly press button 1. with Keyless Ride Parking lights and all function Light is switched off.
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Emergency and spare keys are Should you lose your keys, re- cle. only available through an autho- fer to the information regard- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As ing the electronic immobilizer NOTICE the radio-operated keys are part (EWS). of an integrated security system,...
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Replacing the battery of Press battery cover 2 upward at recess for key bit. the key fob transmitter Remove battery cover 2 and with Keyless Ride seal 3. If the key fob transmitter fails to Remove battery 4. react when the button is pressed Dispose of the old battery in briefly or is pressed and held: accordance with legal regula-...
Emergency on/off The engine can be switched Battery type off easily and quickly using the switch (kill switch) emergency on/off switch. for Keyless Ride radio-oper- ated key CR 2032 Install seal 3 and battery cover 2. Red LED in instrument panel flashes.
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Activating reverser Using reverser Motorcycle is standing. Engine is running. Transmission is in idle position. Side stand is retracted. Clutch is not pulled. Reversing should be done with- out a passenger. On downhill gradients, the re- verser is not able to provide any holding function as is the case Press button 1.
Lights Automatic cancellation High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Reversing is canceled automati- Parking lights cally: The parking lights come on au- if the gradient is too steep tomatically when the ignition is if there is an obstacle switched on. if the side stand is folded out if the brake is applied NOTICE before the reversing motor...
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Headlight range Select the Headlight menu item. 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 the auxiliary headlight with additional headlight Immediately after switching off ignition, push button 1 to left and hold it until parking lights...
Operating the ground light On: ground light comes on for a brief period after the ignition with central locking system is turned off. with ground light Off: ground light does not Requirement come on after the ignition is turned off. Ground light is allowed in your country.
Comfort turn signals Press button 1 to switch on Press button 1 to left to switch hazard warning flashers. on left-side turn signals. When button 1 is pressed to the Ignition can be switched off. Press button 1 to right to right or left, the turn signal au- switch on right-side turn To turn off the hazard warning...
to depict its position in the order Speed is above 60 mph next menu; the number of menus (100 km/h): after turn signal depends on the vehicle equip- of all menus. flashes five times. ment. NOTICE Direct access to a selectable When button 1 is pressed and menu is possible using button 3.
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Making a setting An arrow 1 at the upper or lower Reset values: edge of the display indicates that Average values that are indicated Direct selection: additional menu items can be by an arrow 1 can be reset by a If the cursor is placed on a menu accessed by turning the Multi- long press of the Multi-Controller...
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Select from a list: Set numerical value: Set relative values: Selectable items in a selection If there are multiple numerical Settings between two limit val- list are indicated by a circle 2. values between the arrows 3, ues are made using a bar display. The current selection is indicated these can be increased or de- The value to be set can be in-...
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Exiting the menu To jump back to the next- Press and hold button 3. higher menu, press the Multi- The diamond appears to Arrow 3 is shown within sub- Controller 1 to the left; to return the right of the menu des- menus.
Language: display language Default status: restore fac- Ø consumption: average fuel (German, English, Spanish, Ital- tory defaults (when Reset! consumption ian, French, Dutch, Portuguese) appears on the display, press Consumption: current fuel the Multi-Controller to the right Time format - Clock for consumption and hold it in this position) mat: clock in 12-hour format...
Operating stopwatch Press and hold the Multi-Con- Total driving time since the troller 1 to the right to reset vehicle was last reset. Call up the Info menu and the stopwatch. then select the Stopwatch Immobilization period since menu item. Measuring travel times the vehicle was last reset.
trip odometer 2 has been re- The following odometers can be To deactivate the movement displayed: set. sensor (for example if you are about to transport the motorcy- Trip odometer 1 (Trip 1) Anti-theft alarm system cle on a train and the swaying Trip odometer 2 (Trip 2) movement of the moving train (DWA)
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Activation takes 30 seconds to complete. Turn signals are illuminated three times. Confirmation tone sounds three times (if programmed). The anti-theft alarm system is active; the movement sensor is deactivated. Press button 1 on the remote To deactivate the motion sen- Activate with remote key key or radio-operated key sor (for example if you are...
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Alarm signal Light signals on DWA LED: 1 flash: Motion sensor 1 The DWA alarm can be set off 2 flashes: Motion sensor 2 3 flashes: ignition turned on Motion sensor with unauthorized ignition key Switching on ignition with an 4 flashes: alarm system dis- unauthorized ignition key.
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Deactivate with remote tomatically after 30 seconds if Automatic mode - On: anti- "activation after ignition off" is theft alarm system is activated key or radio-operated key programmed. automatically after the ignition is turned off. Turn indicators light up once. Automatic mode - Off: anti- Confirmation tone sounds once theft alarm system must be...
Dynamic Traction Select Off (once) to turn off the DTC one time until the Control (DTC) next time the ignition is turned Turning the DTC function off and on The DTC indicator light will light up if the DTC is Switch on the ignition.
in gray during the adjustment Select the desired damping or move the cursor upwards to procedure. adjust the load. Riding mode NOTICE Setting riding mode The load setting cannot be ad- Switch on the ignition. justed while the motorcycle is underway.
Store speed Accelerating Riding modes can also be acti- vated by actuating the clutch. After the new riding mode is activated, the selection display disappears. The riding mode selected and its associated engine-charac- teristics and DTC adaptations are retained even after the igni- tion has been turned off.
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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.
Hill Start Control matic Hill Start Control is deacti- vated for the next 4 m. Using Alternatively, drive off in 1st or Hill Start Control Pro 2nd gear. ATTENTION NOTICE Drive-off assistant failure Hill Start Control Pro is deacti- Accident hazard vated automatically when driving Manually brake to secure the off.
Turning automatic Hill standstill and on a slope with at NOTICE least a 5% gradient, Hill Start Start Control Pro on and Control Pro is activated auto- Only motorcycles without Key- matically. less Ride have a separate remote Switch on the ignition. To turn off automatic Hill Start key for the central locking system Call up the Settings menu...
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Unlocking tem are described in the corre- with storage compartment sponding chapter. with central locking system with ground light The ground light will be turned on briefly if the remote key is used to unlock the vehicle with the ignition turned off. Emergency release with central locking system Turn the key in the storage...
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Press button 2 on the remote Release buttons 1 and 2. If a remote key has been mis- key three times. LED 3 is illuminated. laid and a replacement acquired One acoustic signal sounds. Actuate the 1 button or 2 but- or if you are going to use an ad- Turn on the ignition within ten ton.
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If the central locking system If the LED lamp on the remote- stops responding to the sig- control unit fails to light up when nals from a remote control unit a button is pressed, or only lights then the unit will need to be up briefly: resynchronized.
Call up the Handle heat. ATTENTION menu. Unsuitable or improperly in- serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer's specifica- tions. When inserting the battery, Press button 1 twice. make sure that the polarity is LED 3 flashes for a few sec- correct.
NOTICE Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running. Call up the Seat heating menu. Symbol 1 appears on the display Symbol 1 appears on the display, indicating that the grip heating is indicating that the seat heating is turned on.
heating might have been tem- back to the first stage as soon as the seat is warm. porarily switched off. 2 Switch in middle position: Seat Heating off. 3 Switch in one-dot position: Removing seat 50 % heating output. 4 Switch in two-dot position: 100 % heating output.
Install seat Lower the rear of the seat and engage the seat in the latching mechanism. Storage compartments with storage compartment Operating the storage compartment Disconnect plug 2 of the seat with central locking system heating and remove the seat. Open the central locking sys- Connect plug connection 2 of Place the seat, upholstered...
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Press the unlocked lock barrel to open the flap. The description applies analo- gously to the storage compart- ment on the right side. ATTENTION High temperatures in storage compartments Damage to stored items or de- vices Refer to the device operating instructions for possible usage restrictions.
The proper functioning of the pressure-sensitive finger guard system cannot be ensured if a windshield that has not been ap- proved by BMW Motorrad has Press button 1 at the top to been installed. raise the windshield. In this case: Ensure the clear-...
Wind deflection wing rider. While doing so, observe the outer stop. Adjusting the wind deflection wing Clutch Adjusting clutch lever WARNING Modified position of the clutch fluid reservoir Turn adjusting wheel 1 into Air in the clutch system desired position. Do not turn the handlebar fit- ting on the handlebar.
Brakes Adjust brake lever WARNING Modified position of the brake fluid reservoir Air in the brake system Do not turn the handlebar fit- ting on the handlebar. Turn adjusting wheel 1 into desired position. WARNING NOTICE Adjusting the brake lever The adjustment wheel can be while driving turned more easily if you press...
Adjust spring preload, Insufficient tire inflation pres- of the year. Your authorized suspension damping rate sure BMW Motorrad retailer will be settings and tire inflation Poor tire tread happy to advise you and has pressures for the current gross Etc.
Do not run the engine in Do not run the fuel tank dry. NOTICE closed rooms. Do not run the engine with the spark-plug cap removed. As it is only possible to brake Burn hazard Stop the engine immediately if at the brake lever, observe the it misfires.
Always before riding off Starting Overheating due to insufficient cooling; in extreme cases vehicle Check operation of the brake Starting engine fire system. Switch on the ignition. Do not allow the engine to idle Check operation of the lighting Pre-Ride Check in progress. unnecessarily.
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The self-diagnosis routine checks lights up yellow. is too low. Recharge the battery whether the BMW Motorrad In- before you attempt to start the tegral ABS is ready for opera- Phase 2 engine again, or use jumper ca- tion.
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The self-diagnosis routine DTC self-diagnosis the ABS self-diagnosis can be is determining whether completed completed. BMW Motorrad DTC is ready for The ABS indicator and The DTC symbol is no longer operation. The self-diagnosis displayed. warning light flashes. routine runs automatically when If an DTC error is displayed after you switch on the ignition.
Tires authorized service facility, Engine run-in speed preferably an authorized New tires have a smooth sur- BMW Motorrad Retailer. face. This must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at no full throttle (Mileage Breaking in various heel angles until the tires 0...621 miles (0...1000 km))
DANGER surface. changes during braking. The Driving with overheated heavier you brake, the greater BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- brakes the weight transfer to the front vents the front wheel from lock- Risk of accident due to brake wheel. Increases in the load on ing.
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Wet, soiled brakes is still possible to exceed those Brake early until the full braking action is available again. limits through misjudgments or Moisture and dirt on the brake riding errors. In extreme cases disks and the brake pads result in ABS Pro this my result in a fall.
Parking your If the slope of the road permits, Do not sit on the motorcycle turn the handlebars to the left. while it is resting on the center motorcycle stand. On a grade, the motorcycle Side stand should always face uphill; se- Fold out center stand and jack Switch off engine.
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Damage to the engine and fuel ATTENTION supply Do not refuel with E85, i.e. Contact of fuel and plastic fuel with an ethanol content surfaces of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel. Damage to surfaces (become unattractive or cloudy) Recommended fuel qual- Immediately clean plastic sur- faces after contact with fuel.
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greater than the fuel reserve so Make sure ground is level and WARNING that the new fill level is detected firm and place motorcycle on and the fuel reserve indicator side stand. Fuel is highly flammable light is switched off. Fire and explosion hazard NOTICE Do not smoke.
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Version 2 There are 2 ways to open the fuel filler cap: with Keyless Ride Within the after-running period. Requirement After the after-running period expires. After run-on time expires Version 1 Bring radio-operated key into reception range. with Keyless Ride Slowly pull up lug 1.
steering lock is locked or dur- Secure the motorcycle against NOTICE ing starting. tipping to the side, preferably with the assistance of a second The "usable fuel quantity" spec- Securing motorcycle person. ified in the technical data is the for transport fuel quantity, which can be re- Push motorcycle onto transport fueled if the fuel tank was com-...
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Protect painted components from scratching with a cloth. Pass the straps on left and right through the front suspension and strap the motorcycle down. Place straps at rear on both sides on rear frame and ten- sion. Do not pull the straps over the footrests.
If the rear brake. dry, clean asphalt surface. The braking is carried out in this sit- The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS poorer the friction coefficient of uation, ABS must reduce the adapts the braking force distribu-...
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ABS? optimum brake pressure. lock up until very late, if at all. The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Consequently, ABS does not in- How is the BMW Motorrad ensures driving stability on any tervene until very late, if at all.
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ABS to ABS Pro Unusual driving conditions: tion, it is vital that the specified In the past, the BMW Motorrad service intervals be observed. Heating up on the main or aux- ABS system provided for a very...
BMW Motorrad DTC? How does DTC work? Dynamic Traction Control DTC BMW Motorrad DTC is designed and for Dynamic ESA. The BMW Motorrad DTC com- as an assistant system for the With an increasing inclination, the pares the wheel speeds of the rider and for use on public roads.
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The BMW Motorrad DTC can quickly as possible. Do not reduce the system's ex- issue an error message under tra safety margin with careless...
Electronic chassis and riding mode can be changed by Each riding mode affects the the rider. behavior of the motorcycle in suspension adjustment Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at a different way. DTC can be (D-ESA) regular intervals when the vehicle switched off in each mode;...
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cle remains stable on road sur- Changing setting RAIN faces with high to moderate co- The engine output is only par- It is only possible to change efficients of friction (traction) (dry tially available. Power increase functions in the engine control and wet asphalt as well as dry when you open the throttle is and the DTC there is no drive...
riding mode has been switched A fault message is generated if a indicated by the gauges at fill- over. TPM control unit is fitted but the ing stations will usually vary from wheels have no sensors. those appearing in the multifunc- Tire pressure control tion display.
in order to produce the correct Throttle does not have to be leased before the gearshift assis- tire inflation pressure. closed when changing gear tant Pro can execute a new gear under acceleration. change. When changing gear us- Shift assistant ing the gearshift assistant func- During deceleration and down- tion, the throttle setting (throt-...
continuously operate the brake Behavior when the vehicle is Maximum engine speed lever. When Hill Start Control Pro rolling or slipping is activated, pressure builds up in The brake pressure increases the rear brake system so that the when the vehicle is rolling with max 8500 min motorcycle remains stationary on Hill Start Control Pro active.
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Brake warning jerk The brake is released briefly and is immediately reactivated. This causes a jerking behavior that the driver can feel. The partial integral ABS brake system sets a speed of approx. 3 km/h. The driver must brake the vehi- cle manually.
ATTENTION a minimum of effort. Use of the BMW Motorrad If special tightening torques are front wheel stand without an to be taken into account for additional center or auxiliary assembly, these are listed.
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Damage to the sensor ring of the Component damage cause by Use locating pins 3 to set front BMW Motorrad Integral ABS tipping over wheel stand to desired height. Only push the left mounting When raising the motorcy-...
Engine oil with center stand Position oil dipstick on oil filler opening, but do not screw in. Make sure ground is level and Check engine oil level Remove oil dipstick and read firm and place motorcycle at fluid level. operating temperature on its WARNING center stand.
Have all work on the brake sys- level. Check engine oil level ( 122). tem carried out by experts. Clean area adjacent to oil fill Install oil dipstick. Have the brakes checked at an location. authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized Front brake-pad wear BMW Motorrad retailer. limit Check rear brake pad min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm) thickness (Only friction material without...
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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)
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If brake fluid level falls below the fluid reservoir drops due to brake cally. approved level: pad wear. Have defect corrected as soon as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Clutch Check clutch function Pull back the clutch lever. Pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If no clear pressure point can be Read brake fluid level at rear felt: Rear brake fluid level brake-fluid reservoir 1.
If coolant level drops below ap- proved level: Tire pressure, front Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho- rized workshop, preferably an 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (One-up and authorized BMW Motorrad re- two-up riding with load; with tailer. cold tires)
Tire recommendation before the legally specified For every size of tire, Rims and tires minimum tread depth is BMW Motorrad has tested and reached. Check wheel rims approved certain makes as roadworthy. BMW Motorrad Make sure ground is level and...
TPC/RDC sensor and width of the wheels stored is not damaged. Inform the in the control unit have particular BMW Motorrad retailer or the significance as the basis for all authorized workshop of the TPC/ necessary calculations. A change RDC sensor.
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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 the front wheel cover Push brake pads 4 apart to the front.
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.
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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...
Install securing screws 3 on left Clip retaining clip 1 of the sen- Install front wheel cover and fit and right with specified torque. sor cable to the brake line. screws 1 on left and right. Secure new cable tie 2. Front brake caliper at Removing rear wheel Remove adhesive tape from...
Lower the rear wheel to the Damage or loosening of screwed ground and roll out toward rear. connections Always have the tightening torques checked by a spe- cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Roll and mount rear wheel onto rear wheel support. Folding out license-plate car- Turn wind deflection wing 1 rier 1. out. Install screws 2. Remove screw 2 and work Fit five bolts 1 and tighten di- side cover 3 to the rear and Light sources agonally with specified torque.
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with audio system US version with navigation preparation Pull off wind deflector 2 to the Turn on ignition and raise rear. windshield to its highest position. Remove screws 1. Remove screw 1. Work speaker unit 2 to the rear Remove screw 2 and work to remove.
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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 connec- Disconnect plug 2. tion 3. Install bulb 4 while ensuring correct position of lug 5.
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with audio system US version with navigation preparation Connect plug 2. Install screws 1. Connect plug connection 3. Turn on ignition and raise Turn covers 1 clockwise to in- windshield to its highest stall. position. Set speaker unit in mount 4. Fit hand guard 3 and install screw 2.
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Attach mount 4 and fit headlight screws 3. with additional headlight The auxiliary LED headlight can only be replaced as a complete unit. For details please contact a specialist service facility, preferably an authorized Tighten screw 1. BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Current too high when jump- pose, preferably an authorized The battery of the donor mo- starting the motorcycle BMW Motorrad retailer. torcycle must have a voltage of Cable fire or damage to the mo- 12 V. torcycle electronics...
Compliance with the points be- BMW Motorrad has developed a battery's negative terminal. low is important in order to maxi- trickle-charger specially designed Start engine of motorcycle with...
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Charging disconnected Disconnect the battery be- fore charging on the battery BMW Motorrad retailer. battery terminals. Charge disconnected battery Charge battery using a suitable via onboard socket. charger. ATTENTION Comply with operating instruc- NOTICE tions of charger.
Install battery Place battery in battery com- partment, positive terminal on right in direction of travel. Remove screw 1. ATTENTION Lift up the cover 2 paying at- tention to the retaining lugs 3. Incorrect battery disconnec- tion with anti-theft alarm system Danger of short circuit (DWA) Follow the disconnection...
Turn off ignition. If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Fasten fuse connector 1. Installing battery cover 145). Position cover 1 with the re- Install seat ( 84).
Diagnostic connector Fuse assignments Removing the diagnostic connector CAUTION Incorrect procedure followed when disconnecting the data link connector for the On- Board Diagnostics. Press locking mechanisms 1. Motorcycle experiences malfunc- Unplug the diagnostic connec- 40 A tions tor 2 from the seat bracket 3. Main fuse Only have the data link con- The diagnosis and information...
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Plug the diagnostic connec- tor 2 into the seat bracket 3. The locks 1 engage. Install seat ( 84).
You can find all optional acces- circumstances. sories from BMW Motorrad on Operating electrical Use only parts and accessories our Internet site: "www.bmw- accessories approved by BMW for your motorrad.com".
only be turned on when the ig- Case nition is turned on. If the load is Open case high, the onboard power sockets with central locking system will also be turned off when the Open the central locking sys- ignition is subsequently turned tem, if necessary.
If you cannot find your combination of motorcycle and case on the label, contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer. Press button 1 to open the slot The following values apply to the for the navigation device.
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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. Remove navigation device with navigation system Switch on the ignition.
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Operating navigation menu, map and on-board com- puter. device Zoom +: performs functions with audio system US version marked with a + sign in the with navigation preparation navigation system. In the map with navigation system view, for instance, the view zooms in on the map detail.
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Screen brightness gator IV, BMW Motorrad Naviga- appears on the display. Screen brightness is adjusted tor V and BMW Motorrad Navi- The BMW Motorrad audio sys- by the motorcycle while the unit gator VI from unauthorized use tem is unable to receive paid (Garmin Lock).
Washing your Care products torcycle, after riding through water or in the rain motorcycle BMW Motorrad recommends Poorer braking action, accident that you use cleaning and BMW Motorrad recommends hazard care products available at your that you use BMW Insect Re-...
Use of silicone sprays for Do not use insect sponges or of road salt. care of rubber seals sponges with a hard surface. Use BMW Motorrad metal polish Damage to rubber seals for additional treatment. Do not use silicone sprays Fairings and panels...
However, remove particularly BMW Motorrad recommends from both wheels (preferably aggressive materials immediately; BMW Motorrad high gloss polish using the front wheel and otherwise changes in the paint or or agents that contain carnauba rear-wheel stand offered by discoloration can occur.
Troubleshooting chart Engine does not 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 ( 101). Battery drained Charge battery. Overheating protection for starter motor has ac- Leave the starter motor to cool down for around 1 tivated.
Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Front brake caliper at wheel car- rier M8 x 30 - 10.9 21 lb/ft (28 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)
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...
Engine Engine number location Above oil filler neck Engine type 166EA Engine design Transverse in-line six cylinder four-stroke engine with four valves per cylinder and two overhead camshafts; liquid cooling, electronic fuel injection, integral six-speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lu- brication. Displacement 1649 cc (1649 cm Cylinder bore...
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) 2.750 (33:12) Frame Frame design Aluminum composite bridge frame, integrated en-...
Suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever Design of the front-wheel suspension Central suspension strut with electrically adjustable damping. Spring travel, front 4.5 in (115 mm), on wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable...
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)
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Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17" Front tire designation 120/70 ZR 17 Load index for front tire At least 58 Front wheel load at unladen weight 362 lbs (164 kg) Permissible front wheel load max 467 lbs (max 212 kg) Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g)
Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with load; with cold tires Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with load; with cold tires Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A, all slots in total Battery Battery design...
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Light sources Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulbs for low-beam headlight Xenon D1S 12 V 35 W Bulb for parking light LED ring light Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear Light source for license plate light W5W 12 V 5 W Fuses...
Anti-theft alarm system Anti-theft alarm Activation time Approx. 30 s Alarm duration Approx. 26 s Activation time between two alarms 15 s Battery type CR 1632 A Remote control Range of remote control Approx. 32.8 ft (Approx. 10 m) Signal frequency 20 kHz, wideband Transmission frequency 433 MHz...
Dimensions Motorcycle length 97.2 in (2470 mm) Motorcycle height 51.2 in (1300 mm), over windshield, at DIN un- laden weight Motorcycle width 39.4 in (1000 mm) Rider's seat height 29.5 in (750 mm), without rider, at DIN unladen weight Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 67.7 in (1720 mm), without rider, at DIN unladen weight Weights...
Performance data Top speed 124 mph (200 km/h) Top speed with running board max 112 mph (max 180 km/h), Maximum speed when riding with running boards...
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Reporting safety defects ... 178 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 179 BMW Motorrad Service History ..179 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services .
NHTSA may order the manufac- turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign. However, the NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC.
100 countries sistently remains in optimal con- performed is recorded in the di- around the globe. Authorized dition BMW Motorrad urges you agnostics and information sys- BMW Motorrad retailers have to observe the recommended tem. Like a Service Booklet, the technical information and service intervals.
Objection additional information on available formed and enters the date for mobility-maintenance services. the next service. At the BMW Motorrad retailer For riders who drive long dis- or specialist workshop, the ve- Maintenance tances annually, it may be neces- hicle owner can object to the...
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The required scope of mainte- nance work for your motorcy- cle can be found in the following maintenance schedule:...
Maintenance schedule for the first time after one year, then every two years BMW Running-in check (including oil change) BMW Service Standard Scope Engine oil change with fil- Replace air cleaner insert Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Check bearing for deflec- tion at rear wheel swinging Oil change in the rear bevel gears...
Checking the lighting and signal system Functional check for engine starting suppression Final inspection and check for road safety Set service due date and remaining distance before next service using the BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Checking charging state of battery...
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BMW pre-delivery BMW Running-in check Check performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm or, if reached earlier Oil change in rear bevel gears at km Changing brake fluid in entire system...
Service confirmations The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional acces- sories and special campaigns performed. Work performed at km Date...
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-...
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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.
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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...
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Certifications Ελληνική Nederlands ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤΑ 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 ΟΤΙΩΔΕΙ ΑΠΑΙΣΗΕΙ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ ΛΟΙΠΕ essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen ΦΕΣΙΚΕ...
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Certifications Slovensko Norsk Meta System S.p.A. izjavlja, da je ta PF240009 v Meta System S.p.A. erklærer herved at utstyret skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi PF240009 er i samsvar med de grunnleggende relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Slovensky USA, Canada Meta System S.p.A.
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Declaration Of Conformity R&TTE Declaration Of Conformity (DoC) 0470 Meta System S.p.A. with the address: Via Majakovskij 10 b/c/d/e 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).
Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,...
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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.
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).
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Removing, 143 Bulbs Abbreviations and symbols, 6 High beam, 136 Technical data, 171 Replace additional LED Warning for battery charge Indicator and warning lights, 44 headlight, 140 current, 42 Self-diagnosis, 95 Replace LED tail light, 141 Warning for battery voltage Technology in detail, 108 Replacing the LED turn low, 42...
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80788 Munich, Germany quently when servicing your Reprints and duplication of this vehicle. work, in whole or part, are pro- For more information visit: hibited without the express writ- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ ten approval of BMW Motorrad, passenger-vehicle Aftersales.
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Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 15 % ethanol, E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l) Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with load;...
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