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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Rider's Manual (US Model) R 1250 GS Adventure...
  • 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 BMW motorcycle owners and riders. Familiarize yourself with Should you want to sell your your new motorcycle so that you BMW one day, please also re- can ride it safely and confidently member to turn over the Ride's in all highway traffic situations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 3 Displays ....23 Electronic chassis and Indicator and warning suspension adjustment (D- 1 General instructions ..5 ESA) .
  • Page 5 Media ..... 113 Off-road use ....135 9 Maintenance .
  • Page 6 ..... . 232 BMW Service ... . . 232 Fuel .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    When the time comes to sell claims may be denied as a result. your BMW, remember to hand NOTICE Special informa- National-market version. over this Rider's Manual; it is an tion on operating and in- important part of the motorcycle.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    This Rider's Manual describes optional equipment, national-mar- retailer. optional equipment (OE) offered ket version or country-specific by BMW and selected optional measuring procedures. Detailed Anti-Lock Brake System. accessories (OA). This explains values can be obtained from the why the manual may also contain...

  • Page 10: Notice Concerning Current Status

    The high safety and quality stan- are required for safe vehicle op- installation instructions for dards of BMW motorcycles are eration or provide driving assis- optional accessories and general maintained by consistent, on- tance, such as driver assistance...
  • Page 11 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- that the vehicle can run.
  • Page 12 The information can be read out vation of dynamic driving sys- porary. The data is not stored by a BMW Motorrad retailer or tems beyond the period in which the other qualified service partner or Information about events caus- vehicle is operating.
  • Page 13 Multimedia data, such as music recorder in the vehicle can be to the vehicle, such as smart- for playback reset by a BMW Motorrad retailer phones, are controlled using the Address book data for use in or other qualified service partner vehicle's controls.
  • Page 14 used. The range of possible In the case of the vehicle man- Services of other providers settings depends on the ufacturer's online services, the When using the online services particular app and the operating particular functions are described of other providers, these services system of the mobile end device.

  • Page 15: Overviews

    Overviews General view, left side ....15 General view, right side ... . . 17 Underneath the seat ....18 Multifunction switch, left .

  • Page 17: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Fuel filler opening 140) Seat lock ( Adjuster for rear damp- ing (at the bottom on the spring strut) ( 126) Tire pressure table (behind the side trim panel)

  • Page 19: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side 10 Behind the side trim panel: Battery ( 183) Adjuster for spring preload, Remote positive terminal rear ( 125) 182) Air filter (under the center Data link connector trim panel) ( 179) 189) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 11 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 168) 169)

  • Page 20: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Standard tool kit ( 162) Rider's Manual (US Model) Load capacity table Adjustment of driver's seat height ( Fuses ( 187)

  • Page 21: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( with cruise control Cruise-control system 80). Hazard warning flashers ABS ( ASC ( with riding modes Pro DTC ( with Dynamic ESA Dynamic ESA adjustment options ( with LED additional headlight Additional headlight 65).
  • Page 22 10 Multi-Controller Operating elements...

  • Page 23: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated grips Heated grips ( 88). Riding mode ( Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button Starting engine ( 131). SOS button...

  • Page 24: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Indicator and warning lights TFT display ( Anti-theft alarm LED with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) Alarm signal ( with Keyless Ride Indicator light for radio- operated key Switching on ignition 61). Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting)

  • Page 25: Displays

    Displays Indicator and warning lights ..24 TFT display in Pure Ride view ..25 TFT display in the View menu ..27 Warning lights .

  • Page 26: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Indicator and warning lights Turn indicator, left Operating turn signals 66). High beam ( General warning light Turn indicator, right ASC ( with riding modes Pro DTC ( ABS ( with LED additional headlight Additional headlight 65).

  • Page 27: Tft Display In Pure Ride View

    TFT display in Pure Ride view Hill Start Control ( Operating focus change Tachometer ( 101) Driver info. status line 100) Speedometer Coding plug ( Riding mode ( Upshift recommendation 102) Gear indicator, shows "N" in neutral (idling). 10 Speed Limit Info ( 101) with cruise control Cruise-control system...
  • Page 28 16 Heated grip settings 17 Outside temperature warn- ing ( 18 Outside temperature...

  • Page 29: Tft Display In The View Menu

    TFT display in the View menu Hill Start Control ( Speedometer with cruise control Cruise-control system 80). Speed Limit Info ( 101) Coding plug ( Riding mode ( Driver info. status line 100) Upshift recommendation 102) Gear indicator, shows "N" in neutral (idling).

  • Page 30: Warning Lights

    Warning lights 16 Outside temperature 17 Menu area Display Warnings are displayed with ap- propriate warning lights. Warnings are indicated by the general warning light in conjunc- tion with a dialog in the TFT display. The universal warning light lights up in either yellow or Check Control display red depending on the urgency of The messages in the display are...
  • Page 31 Red: (Hot! /High!) Current temperature or value is too high. White: (---) There is no valid value. Instead of the value, dashes 5 are displayed. NOTICE The evaluation of the individual Value display Check Control dialog values is possible in part only af- The symbols 4 differ in their Messages are output as Check ter a certain riding duration or...
  • Page 32 message can be called up as long as the error persists.
  • Page 33 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Ice crystal symbol Outside temperature warning ( is displayed. Key remote not General warning Radio-operated key outside reception in range. range ( light lights up yel- low. Key remote bat- General warning Replacing the battery of the key fob tery at 50%.
  • Page 34 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Vehicle voltage Vehicle voltage critical ( critical! General warning The faulty light Light source defect ( light lights up yel- source is displayed. low. Anti-theft Anti-theft alarm battery low charge alarm batt. capacity low. General warning Anti-theft Anti-theft alarm system battery...
  • Page 35 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights General warning Fault in the en- Engine in emergency-operation mode light lights up yel- gine control. low. General warning Serious fault Serious fault in the engine control light flashes yellow. in engine con- trol.
  • Page 36 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights "---" Transmission fault ( General warning "---" Sensor faulty or system fault ( light lights up yel- low. TPM sensors General warning Battery of the tire pressure sensor weak battery low.. light lights up yel- low.
  • Page 37 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights ABS indicator light Limited ABS ABS fault ( lights up. availability! ABS indicator light ABS failure! ABS failure ( lights up. ABS indicator light ABS Pro fail- ABS Pro failure ( lights up. ure! ASC indicator ASC intervention (...
  • Page 38 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights ASC indicator and Traction con- ASC fault ( warning light lights trol failure! DTC indicator DTC intervention ( and warning light flashes quickly. DTC indicator DTC self-diagnosis not completed and warning light flashes slowly. Off! DTC indicator and DTC switched off (...
  • Page 39 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Fuel reserve is be- Fuel down to reserve ( ing used up. Drive to the nearest filling station. Green stop symbol Hill Start Control active ( is displayed. Yellow stop symbol Hill Start Control is automatically deacti- flashes.
  • Page 40 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Displayed in white. Service due ( Service due! Displayed in yellow. General warning Service date missed ( light lights up yel- low. Service over- due!
  • Page 41 Ambient temperature Radio-operated key crystal symbol will flash in the status line of the TFT display. outside reception range The outside temperature is shown in the status line of the with Keyless Ride Outside temperature TFT display. warning General warning light lights Engine heat can lead to spuri- up yellow.
  • Page 42 If the 12-V battery is inserted transmitter replaced by an au- with Keyless Ride incorrectly or the terminals re- thorized BMW Motorrad re- Replacing the battery of the versed (e.g. when jump starting), tailer. key fob transmitter ( 63).
  • Page 43 Left auxiliary preferably an authorized headlight faulty! or WARNING BMW Motorrad retailer. Right auxiliary headlight faulty! Failure of vehicle systems Light source defect Accident hazard Tail light faulty! General warning light lights Do not continue riding.
  • Page 44 Replacing LED tail light Contact an authorized service License plate light 182). facility, preferably an authorized faulty! BMW Motorrad retailer. Have checked by a spe- Anti-theft alarm battery cialist workshop. Anti-theft alarm system low charge battery discharged with anti-theft alarm system...
  • Page 45 Carry on at Contact an authorized service moderate pace to cool. facility, preferably an authorized Low engine oil level BMW Motorrad retailer. Oil level too low! ATTENTION Check oil level. Electronic oil-level check Riding with overheated en-...
  • Page 46 Unusual handling when the Serious fault in the engine workshop, preferably an autho- engine is in emergency oper- control rized BMW Motorrad retailer. ation General warning light Engine control failure Accident hazard flashes yellow. Avoid rapid acceleration and General warning light lights passing maneuvers.
  • Page 47 WARNING as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, Damage to engine during preferably an authorized emergency operation BMW Motorrad Retailer. Accident hazard Drive slowly and avoid rapid Tire inflation pressure acceleration and passing ma- with tire pressure monitor neuvers.
  • Page 48 Before adjusting the tire pres- Further information about the compensation and are always sure, check the information on BMW Motorrad TPM can be based on the following tire air temperature compensation and found in the "Technology in de- temperature: tire pressure adjustment in the tail"...
  • Page 49 Displayed in red. Check the tires for damage and BMW Motorrad retailer. driveability. NOTICE Tire pressure not at Can the tire still be driven on: setpoint. Stop imme-...
  • Page 50 Transmission fault an authorized BMW Motorrad Sensor faulty or system retailer. fault with tire pressure monitor (TPM) with tire pressure monitor Possible cause: (TPM) There is a fault in the radio con- "---" nection to the TPC/RDC sensors. General warning light lights Possible causes are radio sys- up yellow.
  • Page 51 Battery of the tire Possible cause: Contact an authorized work- shop, preferably an authorized pressure sensor weak The side-stand switch or its BMW Motorrad retailer. wiring is damaged. with tire pressure monitor Contact an authorized service (TPM) Fall sensor defective facility, preferably an authorized Fall sensor faulty.
  • Page 52 Possible cause: Have the malfunction corrected preferably an authorized The ABS system was deacti- as soon as possible at an BMW Motorrad Retailer. vated by the rider. authorized specialist workshop, Switch on ABS function ABS Pro failure preferably an authorized 69).
  • Page 53 If the ASC indicator and warning BMW Motorrad Retailer. light continues to flash: Contact an authorized work- ASC intervention shop, preferably an authorized without riding modes Pro BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 54 Pro authorized service facility, Possible cause: Activating ASC function preferably an authorized 70). BMW Motorrad Retailer. DTC self-diagnosis not completed ASC fault DTC intervention ASC indicator and warning The DTC function is not with riding modes Pro light lights up.
  • Page 55 DTC switched off Possible cause: preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer. The DTC control unit has de- with riding modes Pro tected an error. D­ESA fault DTC indicator and warning ATTENTION light lights up. General warning light lights up yellow.
  • Page 56 Engine was stopped. Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) BMW Motorrad Retailer. Hill Start Control is deactivated Refueling procedure ( 140). when the engine is stopped. Fuel down to reserve Using Hill Start Control ( 82).
  • Page 57 The gear indicator flashes. shop, preferably an authorized and remaining distance are also The gearshift assistant Pro BMW Motorrad retailer. highlighted with exclamation has no function. marks in the menu windows MY Hazard warning lights...
  • Page 58 Have service performed reg- ularly by a specialist work- Have service performed reg- shop, preferably an authorized ularly by a specialist work- BMW Motorrad retailer. shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The operating and road safety of the vehicle remains un- The operating and road safety changed.

  • Page 59: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 58 Hill Start Control ....82 Ignition with Keyless Ride .

  • Page 60: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. the same key on request. Please 131) contact an authorized workshop without riding modes Pro for this purpose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- ASC self-diagnosis in progress. tailer. 132) with riding modes Pro Locking handlebars DTC self-diagnosis is per- Turn handlebars to left.
  • Page 61 If you lose one of your motorcy- lights switch off shortly after cle keys, you can have it disabled the ignition is switched off. by your authorized BMW motor- EWS Electronic cycle retailer. immobilizer When having a key disabled you...

  • Page 62: Ignition With Keyless Ride

    ing the electronic immobilizer plications for replacement/extra Range of Keyless Ride keys. (EWS) ( 59). radio-operated key The ignition, tank filler cap and Ignition with anti-theft alarm system are con- with Keyless Ride Keyless Ride trolled with the radio-operated Approx. 3.3 ft (Approx. 1 m) key.
  • Page 63 Switch off ignition To unlock the steering lock, without riding modes Pro briefly press button 1. ASC self-diagnosis in progress. Requirement 132) Radio-operated key is within re- Switching on ignition with riding modes Pro ception range. Requirement DTC self-diagnosis is per- Radio-operated key is within re- formed.
  • Page 64 Emergency and spare keys are NOTICE only available through an autho- Should you lose your keys, re- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As An additional key attached to fer to the information regard- the radio-operated keys are part the same ring as the radio-oper-...
  • Page 65 cover with the radio-operated Replacing the battery of Remove battery 3. key. Dispose of the old battery in the key fob transmitter Hold emergency key 1 or com- accordance with legal regula- If the key fob transmitter fails to pletely drained radio-operated tions.

  • Page 66: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Lights Install battery cover 2. Danger of falling due to blocking of rear wheel Red LED in instrument panel Low-beam headlight and flashes. Do not operate the emergency parking lights ON/OFF switch when riding. The key fob transmitter is The parking lights come on au- working again.
  • Page 67 Press switch 1 toward front to Immediately after turning off Immediately after switching off switch on high beam. the ignition, pull switch 1 back the ignition, push button 1 to and hold until the headlight left and hold it until the parking Pull switch 1 toward rear to courtesy delay feature turns lamps come on.

  • Page 68: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Press button 1 again to turn off NOTICE the additional headlight. The auxiliary headlights are Hazard warning approved for use as fog lights flashers and may only be used in poor weather conditions. Comply with Operating hazard warning the country-specific road traffic flashers regulations.

  • Page 69: Antilock Braking System

    Comfort turn signals Speed is above 60 mph (100 km/h): after turn signal flashes five times. When button 1 is pressed and held slightly longer to the right or left, the turn signals will only turn off automatically after reaching the distance depending on the speed.
  • Page 70 Possible ABS system status ABS function is turned off. OFF! is displayed. More information about braking Release button 1 after systems with BMW Motorrad changeover of the ABS system Integral ABS can be found in status. the section "Technology in de- ASC⁄DTC system status remains...

  • Page 71: Automatic Stability Control

    Switch on ABS function Release button 1 after with riding modes Pro changeover of the ABS system If the coding plug is not in- status. stalled, the ignition can also be ABS indicator light remains turned off and then on again as off or continues to flash.
  • Page 72 light changes its display behav- The new ASC system status OFF! is displayed for a ior. short time. The ABS system Immediately after pressing the status remains unchanged. button 1, the ASC system sta- tus OFF! and current ABS sys- ASC indicator and warning tem status are displayed.

  • Page 73: Dynamic Traction Control

    Deactivating DTC The ASC function is switched DTC indicator and warning light lights up. Switch on the ignition. Alternatively, turn the ignition off and on again. NOTICE Possible DTC system status OFF! is displayed. If the ASC indicator and The Dynamic Traction Control Release button 1 after warning light lights up (DTC) can also be deactivated...

  • Page 74: Electronic Chassis And Suspension

    Switching on DTC Release button 1 after More detailed information on changeover of the status. the Dynamic Traction Control can be found in the "Technol- DTC indicator and warning ogy in detail" chapter: light remains off or contin- ues to flash. How does Traction Control function? ( 150)
  • Page 75 Available damping modes for damping 2 and spring preload 3 are displayed. For road use: Road and Dynamic The display automatically dis- For off-road use: Enduro appears again after a short time. Available load settings Fixed minimum spring preload: Setting suspension compliance Active riding position compen- Switching on ignition (...
  • Page 76 The selection arrow 4 is dis- NOTICE played. BMW Motorrad recommends the Auto setting. Min can be used The selection arrow 4 goes for easier dismounting and Max, away after the changeover of for example, for off-road use.

  • Page 77: Riding Mode

    Riding mode Use of the riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed riding scenarios for your motor- cycle from which you can select the one matching your situation: Series The selection arrow 4 is dis- RAIN: Riding on rain-slicked played.
  • Page 78 with riding modes Pro For each of these scenarios, the With pro riding modes optimum interaction between throttle response, ABS control DYNAMIC: Dynamic riding on and ASC ⁄ DTC control is pro- dry roads. vided. ENDURO: For off-road riding with road tires. with Dynamic ESA With pro riding modes and The chassis and suspension ad-...
  • Page 79 the riding modes ENDURO and NOTICE DYNAMIC. DYNAMIC PRO: For dynamic In the factory setting, the ABS riding on dry roads, taking ac- control for the rear wheel is de- count of the settings made by activated when the ENDURO PRO the rider.

  • Page 80: Pro Riding Mode

    Adjusting Enduro Pro tained even after the ignition has been switched off. with riding modes Pro Setting up the PRO riding PRO riding mode mode ( 78). with riding modes Pro Adjustment option The PRO riding modes can be set individually. You can browse through the pos- Setting up the PRO riding sible settings 3 and the related...
  • Page 81 Remove rider's seat ( 90). NOTICE ABS can only be adjusted in ENDURO PRO riding mode. Resetting the riding mode settings Setting up the PRO riding mode ( 78). To do this, push in the lock 1 Select Reset and confirm. and pull off the cap.

  • Page 82: Cruise-Control System

    DYNAMIC PRO can be selected Display while adjusting and replace the riding modes (road sign detection ENDURO and DYNAMIC. active) Install rider's seat ( 92). Cruise-control system with cruise control Display while adjusting (road sign detection not Slide switch 1 to the right. active) Button 2 is unlocked.
  • Page 83 Press button 1 forward and The motorcycle decelerates Adjustment range for hold. steplessly. cruise control The motorcycle accelerates If button 1 is no longer steplessly. pressed, the speed reached is 19...130 mph (30...210 km/h) maintained and saved. If button 1 is no longer Cruise-control indicator light pressed, the speed reached is lights up.

  • Page 84: Hill Start Control

    Resuming former cruising Cruise-control indicator light lights up. speed Switch off cruise control The symbol 1 for the drive- off assistant is displayed in the Pure Ride view and in the upper Briefly push button 1 back to status line. return to the speed saved be- Push switch 1 to left.
  • Page 85 lever 1 or the footbrake lever Call up menu Settings, Ve- NOTICE again. hicle settings. Stop symbol disappears. Turn Hill Start Control Hill Start Control is only a con- on or off. venience system for easier hill- Alternatively, drive off in 1st or starting and should, therefore, Using 2nd gear.
  • Page 86 Hill Start Control Pro is now Hill Start Control Pro is now NOTICE activated. deactivated. To switch off Hill Start Con- More information about Hill Hill Start Control Pro drive-off trol Pro, activate the handbrake Start Control Pro can be found assistant should not be used for lever 1 or the footbrake lever in the section "Technology in...

  • Page 87: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-theft alarm system Hill Start Control Pro can be with Keyless Ride activated by firmly applying the (DWA) handbrake or footbrake lever. Activation To turn on automatic Hill Start with anti-theft alarm system Control Pro, select Auto. (DWA) Hill Start Control Pro can be activated by firmly applying the Switching on ignition ( 58).
  • Page 88 Alarm signal by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) with Keyless Ride The DWA alarm can be set off motion sensor Switch-on attempt with an unauthorized ignition key. disconnecting the DWA from To deactivate the movement...
  • Page 89 Adjust DWA the reason for the alarm for one with Keyless Ride minute. Switching on ignition ( 58). Light signals on DWA LED: Call up menu Settings, Ve- 1 flash: motion sensor 1 hicle settings, Alarm 2 flashes: motion sensor 2 system.

  • Page 90: Tire Pressure Monitor

    reached, a minimum pressure grips are switched off to ensure NOTICE warning can be displayed. starting capability. Call up menu Settings, Ve- Deactivate the tilt sensor when Starting engine ( 131). hicle settings, RDC. transporting the vehicle to avoid Turn Nom. pressure warn- triggering the DWA.

  • Page 91: Onboard Computer

    The 2nd heating level is used Select Reset all values or Select Automatic reset or for fast heat-up of the grips; Reset all and confirm. Reset individual values then the switch should be and confirm. If Automatic reset has been switched back to the 1st level.
  • Page 92 Remove rider's seat Slide pillion seat 2 forwards and lift up to remove Place pillion seat on clean sur- face with the fabric side facing down. Installing passenger seat Firmly press pillion seat 1 downwards. Turn vehicle key 1 counter- Passenger seat clicks audibly clockwise and hold while lifting into place.
  • Page 93 ment in direction 1 (identifica- tion L). To adjust the high seat po- sition, install the front height adjustment in direction 2 (iden- tification H). To remove the front height ad- In order to adjust the low seat justment 1 push the lock 2 for- position, swivel the rear height wards and remove the height adjustment 1 into position 3...

  • Page 94: Storage Compartment

    Install rider's seat Storage compartment Opening and locking the storage compartment Fit front seat 1 into seat mount 2 on left and right and place loosely on motorcycle. To open the storage com- Press rider's seat slightly for- partment 1, turn the handle ward in rear area and then through 90°...

  • Page 95: Tft Display

    TFT display General notes ..... . . 94 Principle ......95 Pure Ride view .

  • Page 96: General Notes

    Connected App be used if the TFT display is Do not use while riding (except With the BMW Motorrad Con- connected with a mobile end for applications without opera- nected App, you can call up in- device and a helmet ( 105).

  • Page 97: Principle

    Move cursor down in lists. On some mobile devices, e.g. Make settings. with operating system iOS, the Reduce volume. BMW Motorrad Connected App must be called up before using. Tilt Multi-Controller to the left: Notice concerning current Activate the function according status to the operating feedback.
  • Page 98 Operating instructions in Scroll to right in lists. In the Pure Ride view: change the operating focus to the navi- In the My Vehicle menu: leaf to the main menu gator. the next menu sheet. MENU short press down: Rocker button MENU functions Change a hierarchy level down.
  • Page 99 Operating instructions in on whether it is possible to re- turn to the top. submenus Operating instruction 2: an- In addition to the operating in- other submenu level can be structions in the main menu, called up. there are additional operating in- Operating instruction 3: there structions in submenus.
  • Page 100 Switching functions on Symbol 3 indicates that the Press Multi-Controller 1 re- function can be switched off. peatedly briefly to the right un- and off til the desired menu item is Symbol 4 indicates that the marked. function can be switched on. Briefly press button 2 down- Calling up the menu ward.
  • Page 101 down until the desired entry is The last used menu is called Operating actions affect the marked. up. The last marked entry is active device until the operating selected. focus is changed again. To move the cursor up in lists, turn the Multi-Controller 1 Operating the navigation sys- Operating focus change...
  • Page 102 System status 2: ABS function Select content of driver info. Average consumption 2 is switched off. status line ( 101). Driving time 1 Changing the display for rider info status line Requirement Driving time 2 The vehicle is at a standstill. The Pure Ride view is displayed.

  • Page 103: Pure Ride View

    Making settings Requirement Vehicle is connected with the Scale Navigator or a compatible mobile Low engine speed range end device. The BMW Motorrad High / red engine speed Connected app is installed on the range mobile end device. Needle Speed Limit Info displays...
  • Page 104 Range The range is displayed to- NOTICE gether with a warning once the fuel reserve is reached. The red engine speed range After refueling, the range is re- changes depending on the oil calculated if the fuel quantity is temperature: greater than the fuel reserve.

  • Page 105: General Settings

    General settings Set clock Call up menu Settings, Sys- tem settings, Date and Switching on ignition ( 58). Adjusting the volume time, Time format. Connect the rider's helmet and WARNING Select desired setting. the passenger helmet ( 106). Confirm setting. Adjusting the clock while rid- Increase volume: turn Multi- Switch GPS...

  • Page 106: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Adjusting brightness The following units of measure- ment can be set: Call up menu Settings, Short-range radio Distance covered Display, Brightness. technology Pressure Adjust brightness. The Bluetooth function may not Temperature be offered depending on the Reset all settings Consumption country of use.
  • Page 107 Perform pairing no guarantee for smooth opera- BMW Motorrad Connected App tion in every situation. must be called up before using. Call up menu Settings, Con- nections. Possible sources of During the pairing process, the Bluetooth connections can be interference:...
  • Page 108 Select PAIR NEW MOBILE DE- ferred to the vehicle automati- Helmets are searched for. VICE and confirm. cally. During the pairing, the Mobile end devices are searched Telephone data ( 114) Bluetooth symbol flashes in for. If the phone book is not dis- the lower status line.
  • Page 109 To delete an individual connec- tion, select the connection and confirm. To delete all connections, se- lect Delete all connec- tions and confirm.

  • Page 110: My Vehicle

    My vehicle Start screen Check Control display Display ( Coolant temperature Range ( 102) Total distance covered Service display ( Tire pressure, rear ( Vehicle voltage ( 183) Engine oil level ( Tire pressure, front...
  • Page 111 Operating instructions Scroll through menu with tire pressure monitor (TPM) windows TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS Further information on the tire pressure and CC messages can be found in the section "Displays". NOTICE Check Control messages are Operating instruction 1: tab dynamically added as additional that shows how far to the left Call up menu My vehicle.
  • Page 112 Service display If the time remaining until the next service is less than a month, or if the next service is due within 700 miles (1000 km), a white CC message is displayed.

  • Page 113: Navigation

    Navigation Operate these systems or de- Call up the BMW Motorrad vices only if the traffic situation Connected app and start the Warnings allows. route guidance. If necessary, stop and oper- Call up menu Navigation in WARNING ate the system or devices at a the TFT display.
  • Page 114 Switch spoken directions favorite in the BMW Motorrad Select special destination and Connected app. It is not confirm. on or off possible to create new favorites Select Start route guid- Connect the rider's helmet and on the TFT display. ance and confirm.

  • Page 115: Media

    Call up menu Media. The following functions can be NOTICE used in the context menu: Start playback or Pause BMW Motorrad recommends playback. setting the volume for media For search and playback, select and conversations via mobile end the category Now playing,...

  • Page 116: Display Software Version

    Make a phone call Conversations with Display software multiple users version A second telephone call can be Call up menu Settings, In- accepted during a conversation. formation, Software ver- The first conversation will be put sion. on hold. The number of active telephone calls is displayed in the Display license Telephone menu.

  • Page 117: Setting

    Setting Mirrors ......116 Headlight ......117 Windshield .

  • Page 118: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjust mirror arm Slide protective cap over threaded fastener. Adjust mirrors Adjusting mirrors with Option 719 milled part package, Classic with Option 719 milled part package, Storm with HP machined-parts pack- Slide protective cap 1 up over screw connection on mirror Move mirror into desired posi- arm.

  • Page 119: Headlight

    Mirror on handlebars NOTICE To adjust the mirror arm, a small 18 lb/ft (25 Nm) and a large angle screwdriver are included with the vehicle. Headlight Headlamp range and spring preload The headlamp range generally Move mirror 1 into desired po- remains constant due to the ad- sition by turning it.

  • Page 120: Windshield

    Windshield an authorized BMW Motorrad Turn the adjustment wheel 1 retailer. counter-clockwise to raise the Adjusting windshield windshield. Headlight range WARNING Clutch adjustment Adjusting the windshield Requirement Adjusting clutch lever while driving When the spring pretension ad- Accident hazard WARNING...

  • Page 121: Brakes

    tween the handlebar grip and with Option 719 milled part NOTICE package, Classic the clutch lever. The adjustment wheel can be Brakes with Option 719 milled part turned more easily if you press package, Storm Adjust brake lever the clutch lever forward when doing so.
  • Page 122 tween the handlebar grip and with Option 719 milled part NOTICE package, Classic the handbrake lever. The adjustment wheel can be Adjusting footbrake lever with Option 719 milled part turned more easily if you press Make sure ground is level and package, Storm the handbrake lever forward firm and park motorcycle.
  • Page 123 Adjusting the footbrake stalling them in position A or B. lever foot piece Remove screw 1. with Option 719 milled part package, Classic with Option 719 milled part package, Storm with HP machined-parts pack- Fold step plate upward up to detent when riding while seated.

  • Page 124: Shifting

    Shifting Treadplate (fixing) on gear lever Adjusting shift lever 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Adjusting gearshift lever foot piece with Option 719 milled part package, Classic The distance between the feet and the height of the foot with Option 719 milled part piece 2 can be adjusted by package, Storm Slacken screw 1.

  • Page 125: Footrests

    Footrests with Option 719 milled part package, Classic with Option 719 milled part package, Storm with HP machined-parts pack- Clean the thread. Remove screws 1. Adjust footrests Turn the foot piece 2 into the Remove the footrest 3 from desired position. the clamping block 2.

  • Page 126: Handlebars

    1. Have the handlebars adjusted by 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) a specialist workshop, preferably Remove and install the footrest an authorized BMW Motorrad on the other side in the same retailer. way.

  • Page 127: Spring Preload

    Spring preload Adjust the spring preload only when the motorcycle is Setting stationary. without Dynamic ESA To increase the spring preload, turn the adjustment wheel 1 It is essential to set the spring in the direction of the arrow preload to suit the load carried by HIGH.

  • Page 128: Damping

    Adjusting damping on rear Basic setting of spring Basic setting of rear wheel preload, rear wheel rear-wheel damp- Park the motorcycle, ensuring Turn adjuster wheel as far as that the support surface is firm Turn adjustment wheel as far possible in LOW direction, and level.

  • Page 129: Riding

    Riding Safety information ....128 Observe checklist ....130 Before every journey: .

  • Page 130: Safety Information

    Your authorized Test the clearance of your mo- loading information. BMW Motorrad Dealer will be torcycle at an angle in safe sit- happy to advise you and has Adjust spring preload and uations.
  • Page 131 Maximum speed with Observe the maximum payload WARNING and maximum speed as indi- studded or winter tyres cated on the label in the case Harmful exhaust gas (see also the chapter "Acces- DANGER Danger of suffocation sories"). Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Maximum speed of the mo- Observe the maximum pay- Do not run the engine in...

  • Page 132: Observe Checklist

    Catalytic converter Danger of overheating Observe checklist If misfire causes unburned fuel Use the following checklist to ATTENTION to enter the catalytic converter, check your motorcycle at regu- there is a danger of overheating lar intervals. Engine idling for a lengthy and damage.

  • Page 133: Starting

    Checking rear brake pad thick- NOTICE NOTICE ness ( 167). Check front brake fluid level You cannot start the motorcycle The starting attempt is automati- 168). with the side stand extended and cally interrupted if battery voltage Checking rear brake fluid level a gear engaged.
  • Page 134 ABS self-diagnosis routine. completed The self-diagnosis routine checks ABS warning light goes out. whether the BMW Motorcycle In- Phase 1 tegral ABS is ready for operation. All indicator and warning lights Check the display of all indica- The self-diagnosis routine runs are switched on.
  • Page 135 The self-diagnosis routine is determining whether ASC self-diagnosis Check the display of all indica- BMW Motorrad DTC is ready for completed tor and warning lights. operation. The self-diagnosis The ASC indicator and warning routine runs automatically when light goes out.

  • Page 136: Breaking In

    0...621 miles available at all. accident hazard (0...1000 km)) Have the malfunction corrected Brake early. as soon as possible at an Observe mileage, after which authorized service facility, the running-in check should be preferably an authorized performed. BMW Motorrad Retailer.

  • Page 137: Off-Road Use

    Delayed braking effect due to Rims Off-road use dirty brake discs and brake pads BMW Motorrad recommends Brake early until the brakes are After driving offroad checking the rims for possible clean again. BMW Motorrad recommends damage after riding offroad.

  • Page 138: Shifting Gears

    Shift assistant Pro without pulling the clutch can Requirement cause a severe load-change reaction. BMW Motorrad rec- The Gearshift Assistant provides ommends disengaging the assistance for upshifts and down- clutch for shifts in these cir- shifts, without the rider having cumstances.

  • Page 139: Brakes

    Locking up of the front wheel is Shift lever not in its initial posi- changes during braking. The prevented by the BMW Motorrad tion. heavier you brake, the greater Integral ABS. When upshifting with closed...
  • Page 140 Wet, soiled brakes Falling cannot be excluded Brake early until the full braking action is available again. Although ABS Pro and Moisture and dirt on the brake Dynamic Brake Control represent rotors and the brake pads result ABS Pro valuable support and an in a decrease in the braking ac- with ABS Pro enormous safety advantage for...

  • Page 141: Parking Your Motorcycle

    the braking effect and intervenes Always check that the ground ATTENTION if the throttle grip is accidentally under the stand is level and actuated during braking. firm. Loading of the side stand with additional weight NOTICE ATTENTION Component damage cause by ABS Pro was not developed tipping over Center stand folds if subject...
  • Page 142 Do not smoke. Never bring Recommended fuel qual- ATTENTION a naked flame near the fuel tank. Refueling with leaded fuel Super unleaded (max. 15 % Damage to catalytic converter WARNING ethanol, E15) Do not refuel with leaded gaso- 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) line or gasoline with metallic Escaping of fuel due to ex- 90 AKI...
  • Page 143 Reserve fuel quantity NOTICE If refueling is carried out after Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) running on fuel reserve, the re- sulting filling capacity must be Press fuel tank cap down firmly greater than the fuel reserve so to close. that the new fill level is detected Remove key and close protec- and the fuel reserve indicator...
  • Page 144 WARNING NOTICE Escaping of fuel due to ex- After the ignition is switched off, pansion under exposure to the fuel filler cap can be opened heat with overfilled fuel tank within the specified run-on time even without the radio-operated Accident hazard key being within the reception Do not overfill the fuel tank.

  • Page 145: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    long as the radio-operated key that the new fill level is detected The engaged fuel filler cap is being searched for. and the fuel reserve indicator locks immediately when the light is switched off. steering lock is locked or dur- Slowly pull lug 1 of fuel filler cap upward again.
  • Page 146 Fasten the rear tensioning ATTENTION ATTENTION straps on both sides of the holder for the passenger Motorcycle tips to the side Pinching of components footrests and tighten. when raising Component damage Tension all straps evenly; the Component damage cause by Do not pinch components, motorcycle should be pulled tipping over...

  • Page 147: Technology In De

    Technology in detail General notes ..... . 146 Antilock Braking System (ABS) ..146 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) .

  • Page 148: General Notes

    If the the rear brake. dry, clean asphalt surface. The brakes are applied in this sit- The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS poorer the friction coefficient of uation, the ABS must reduce adapts the braking force distribu-...
  • Page 149 After detecting the actual con- BMW Motorrad Integral and rapid deceleration it is possi- ditions, the system adjusts the ble that the BMW Motorrad Inte- ABS? optimum brake pressure. gral ABS will not prevent the rear The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS wheel from lifting off the ground.
  • Page 150 ABS Pro tion, it is vital that the specified gine brake, e.g. when riding service intervals be observed. In the past, the BMW Motorrad downhill on slippery surfaces. ABS system provided for a very Reserves for safety Should a fault code occur due to...

  • Page 151: Automatic Stability Control

    BMW Motorrad ASC can be and rear wheels. From the speed Signals for the roll and yaw rate switched off under these condi-...

  • Page 152: Dynamic Traction Control

    Under the following unusual rid- more precise and comfortable sively restricted by the laws of ing conditions, BMW Motorrad adjustments. physics. This can result in re- Traction Control may be deacti- duced acceleration when coming Traction Control compares the vated automatically.

  • Page 153: Dtc

    This case cannot turning the ignition off and on In the DTC setting ENDURO PRO, be controlled by BMW Motorrad again and then riding the motor- the front wheel lift-off detection DTC. cycle at a minimum speed reacti- is turned off.

  • Page 154: Riding Mode

    sion of the rear wheel and cor- Enduro: Damping for off-road possible to select one of the fol- rects the spring preload to en- riding lowing riding modes: sure that the correct driving po- RAIN Load settings sition is set. The damping is also ROAD (standard mode) automatically adjusted to the Auto: Active riding position...
  • Page 155 modes, theABS is set for road In the riding mode ENDURO, ABS and/or ASC/DTC can be use. the support of ABS Pro is re- switched off in each riding mode. duced compared to ROAD. In the ENDURO riding mode, The following explanations always ABS is set for off-road use with In riding mode ENDURO PRO, refer to the riding safety systems...
  • Page 156 Changing setting In the DTC setting ENDURO that longer drifts and brief PRO, the DTC is set for off- wheelies are possible at the Riding modes can be changed road use with lugged tires. end of curves. when the vehicle is at a standstill In the DTC setting ENDURO with the ignition switched on.

  • Page 157: Dynamic Brake Control

    riding mode has been switched Behavior during emergency shutting off the gas. This en- over. braking sures activation of emergency braking. If emergency braking is Dynamic Brake Control If the gas is shut off (throttle applied at a speed of more position <5%) during than 10 km/h, in addition with riding modes Pro...

  • Page 158: Tire Pressure Control

    Tire pressure control continue to transmit the mea- Temperature sured readings for some time compensation (TPC/RDC) after the vehicle comes to a stop. The tire inflation pressure is tem- with tire pressure monitor perature dependent, i.e. it in- Transmission time of the (TPM) creases or decreases together measured values after...

  • Page 159: Shift Assistant

    do not match the values shown speed ranges without operating Example in the TFT display. the clutch or accelerator. Tire pressure adjustment Benefits 2.9 psi (0.2 bar) Compare the TPC/RDC value in 70-80 % of all gear changes The tester at the filling station the TFT display with the value can be performed without us- shows:...

  • Page 160: Hill Start Control

    tain amount of "overtravel" in the Downshifts Release thresholds desired direction with a normal Downshifts are assisted up to to brisk action and held in that the speed at which the engine position until the gear change is reaches maximum rpm in the 1st gear completed.
  • Page 161 made aware about the deactiva- ABS brake system, without the quired to drive off, making ad- rider having to continuously op- ditional turning of the throttle tion of the Hill Start Control by erate the brake lever. When Hill grip necessary. the following behavior: Start Control is activated, pres- Brake warning jerk...

  • Page 163: Maintenance

    Maintenance General notes ..... . 162 Fuses ......187 Onboard tool set .

  • Page 164: General Notes

    165). your vehicle on DVD, which you Reversible screwdriver in- can obtain from your authorized sert BMW Motorrad retailer. Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 Remove light sources in Special tools and thorough spe- front and rear turn indi- cialized knowledge are required cators ( 180).

  • Page 165: Service Tool Set

    Use locating pins 3 to set front BMW Motorrad has set up a BMW Motorrad front wheel wheel stand to desired height. service toolkit designed for your stand.

  • Page 166: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Checking the engine oil level NOTICE It is possible to misinterpret the oil capacity as the oil level de- pends on the temperature. Align the two mounts 2 so that Check that the motorcycle is ATTENTION front suspension rests securely at operating temperature and on them.
  • Page 167 Topping up the engine oil NOTICE Park motorcycle on a level, firm surface. BMW Motorrad recommends oc- casionally checking the motor oil after a journey of at least 50 km in order to reduce the environ- mental impact. Specified level of engine...

  • Page 168: Brake System

    Checking the engine oil level tem carried out by experts. suspension toward brake 164). pads1. Have the brakes checked at an Install the cap 3 of the oil filler authorized workshop, preferably opening. an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 169 Have brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Conduct a visual inspection of Front brake-pad wear Checking rear brake pad the brake pad thickness. View-...
  • Page 170 Move handlebars into straight- minimum thickness. ahead position. Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Check front brake fluid level Rear brake-pad wear WARNING limit Insufficient brake fluid in the Check brake fluid level in front 0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only friction...
  • Page 171 (Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- its center stand. tal, motorcycle standing up- right) If brake fluid level falls below the approved level: Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho- rized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.

  • Page 172: Clutch

    If no clear pressure point can be felt: Have the clutch checked by an authorized workshop, preferably Rear brake fluid level an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Read the coolant level on the Brake fluid, DOT4 Coolant expansion tank 1.

  • Page 173: Tires

    Topping up coolant Checking coolant level Poorer handling characteristic 170). of motorcycle, reduction of tire service life Close the cap of the coolant expansion tank. Ensure proper tire inflation pressure. WARNING Automatic opening of verti- cally installed valve inserts at high speeds Remove screw 1 and remove Sudden loss of tire inflation pres-...

  • Page 174: Wheel Rims And Tires

    NOTICE preferably an authorized Subject wheel rims to visual BMW Motorrad retailer. Tread wear marks are integrated inspection for defects. into the main grooves on every Have damaged rims checked tire. If the tire tread has worn...

  • Page 175: Wheels

    TPC/RDC sensor in the control unit have particular is not damaged. Inform the significance as the basis for all BMW Motorrad retailer or the necessary calculations. A change authorized workshop of the TPC/ in these sizes resulting from con- RDC sensor.
  • Page 176 Raise front of motorcy- apart cle, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front wheel Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper removed. stand, continuing until the wheel rotates freely. Remove mounting bolts 4 of Mount front wheel stand the left and right brake calipers.
  • Page 177 Remove screw 1. Pull out the quick-release Remove the spacer bushing 1 axle 1 while supporting the from the wheel hub. Release the left axle clamping front wheel. screw 2. Installing the front wheel Place front wheel down and Slightly press the quick-release roll it forward out of the front axle inward for a better grip on WARNING...
  • Page 178 Always have the tightening Roll front wheel into front torques checked by a spe- suspension. cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install screw 1 with specified torque. Brace quick-release axle on the right side at the same time.
  • Page 179 Slide the brake calipers on the Clamping screw for WARNING left-hand and right-had side quick-release axle in onto the brake rotors. Brake pads do not contact telescopic fork the brake disc 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect.
  • Page 180 CAUTION Roll rear wheel out toward rear. an authorized BMW Motorrad Hot exhaust system retailer. Installing rear wheel Burn hazard Place rear wheel on rear wheel...

  • Page 181: Air Filter

    Tighten rear wheel on wheel flange Tightening sequence: Tighten crosswise 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) Air filter Replacing air cleaner Remove screws 1. WARNING insert Take off air filter housing lid. Mixed installation of wheel bolts for spoked wheels and cast wheels Accident hazard Use only wheel bolts with the same permitted length code...

  • Page 182: Light Sources

    row) is underneath the upper Insert air filter element 2 and frame 1. front wheel cover 2. Remove frame 1 and air filter element 2. Insert new air filter element 2 Fit air filter housing lid. Install screws 1, 2 and 3. and frame 1.
  • Page 183 use a clean, dry cloth to hold it; Turn off ignition. do not touch with bare fingers. Remove light source 1 from the mirror housing by turning it Remove screw 1. counterclockwise. Fit bulb 1 in mirror housing by Replace defective light source. turning it clockwise.

  • Page 184: Jump-Starting

    Please contact a specialized Fit the screw 1. workshop, preferably an autho- ATTENTION Replacing LED tail light rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Jump-starting with a voltage The LED tail light can only be Jump-starting higher than 12 V completely replaced.

  • Page 185: Battery

    Battery tem when jump-starting the Allow engine on support mo- engine. torcycle to run while jump- Maintenance instructions starting. Correct battery maintenance Start engine of motorcycle with combined with proper charging discharged battery in usual and storage procedures extends way; if engine does not start, the battery's service life, and is wait a few minutes before re- also required for warranty claims.
  • Page 186 The correct charger is avail- able through your authorized fore charging on the battery NOTICE terminals. BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad has developed a Charge disconnected battery ATTENTION trickle-charger specially designed via onboard socket. for compatibility with the elec- A fully discharged battery NOTICE tronics of your motorcycle.
  • Page 187 recharged regularly. See the with anti-theft alarm system NOTICE instructions for caring for your (DWA) battery. Always fully recharge Switch off anti-theft alarm sys- If you are unable to charge the the battery before returning it to tem if necessary. battery via the onboard socket, use.
  • Page 188 Pull mounting plate on posi- Remove positive battery ca- Fasten positive battery cable 1. tion 1 outwards and remove it ble 1 and pull out battery. Slide battery into holder. upwards. Install battery Lift battery slightly out of holder sufficiently for positive NOTICE terminal to be accessible.

  • Page 189: Fuses

    Fuses Replace fuses Fasten negative battery ca- Fit the screw 1. ble 1. Set clock ( 103). Fasten battery with rubber Set date ( 103). Switch off ignition. strap 2. Remove rider's seat ( 90). Disconnect plug 1. ATTENTION Bypassing defective fuses Risk of short circuit and fire Do not bypass defective fuses.
  • Page 190 Fuse for alternator NOTICE regulator If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install connector 1. Install rider's seat ( 92). 10 A Instrument cluster 50 A...

  • Page 191: Data Link Connector

    Only have the data link con- nector disconnected by a spe- cialist workshop or other autho- rized persons during your next BMW Service appointment. Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff. Plug the seat data link connec- Refer to the vehicle manufac- tor 2 into the bracket 4.
  • Page 192 Make sure that the hook 5 has engaged. Installing battery cover 187).

  • Page 193: Accessories

    Accessories General notes ..... . 192 Onboard power sockets ... 192 Case .

  • Page 194: General Notes

    The ignition must be switched Use of products from other BMW assumes responsibility for on before electrical devices manufacturers these products. BMW is not be connected to the power sock- Safety risk liable for unapproved parts and ets can be operated.

  • Page 195: Case

    switching off the ignition to re- duce the strain on the onboard electrical system. Additional devices with low power con- sumption are possibly not de- tected by the vehicle electron- ics. In these cases, onboard sockets are already switched off shortly after the ignition is switched off.
  • Page 196 Detach lid retaining cable 1. Hook in lid retaining cable 1. Turn key 1 counterclockwise. Close case lid. Close case lid. Press lock housing 2 to side to release locking claw 3. Open second latch of case lid. Close second lock of case lid. Pull locking claw 3 to side Remove case lid.

  • Page 197: Topcase

    BMW Motorrad Retailer. The following values apply to the combination described here: Maximum speed for rid- ing with aluminum case max 112 mph (max 180 km/h) Payload per aluminum Position pannier on pannier Position locking claw 1 on case...
  • Page 198 Turn key 1 counterclockwise. Close topcase lid. Turn key 1 counterclockwise. Press lock housing 2 upward Position locking claw 1 on lid. Press lock housing 2 down- to release locking claw 3. ward to release locking claw 3. Press lock housing 2 down- Pull locking claw 3 toward rear ward while making sure that Pull locking claw 3 back.

  • Page 199: Navigation System

    1 engage combination of vehicle and with lugs on topcase 2. NOTICE topcase on the label, contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer. The navigation preparation The following values apply to the is suitable as from the combination described here: BMW Motorrad Navigator IV.
  • Page 200 Removing navigation device and installing cover ATTENTION Dust and dirt on the contacts of the Mount Cradle Damage to the contacts Reinstall the cover after end of Turn ignition key 1 counter- Mount navigation device 1 in each drive. clockwise. lower area and swing toward rear with a rotating movement.
  • Page 201 Remove navigation device 4 The following description refers downward with a tilting move- to the BMW Motorrad Naviga- ment. tor V and the BMW Motorrad Navigator VI. The BMW Motorrad Navigator IV does not offer all options described. The navigation system is oper-...
  • Page 202 Turning increases or reduces navigator (only displayed when responding touch field. volume of a BMW Motorrad a communication system and a communication system con- phone are connected). The function is triggered by nected via Bluetooth.
  • Page 203 NOTICE NOTICE (only displayed if route is pro- vided with way points). The Mediaplayer function is only If a BMW Motorrad communi- available when using a Bluetooth cation system is connected, an My Motorcycle device as per A2DP standard, acoustic signal is also sounds in Turn: Changes the number of e.g., a BMW Motorrad communi-...
  • Page 204 Special functions on will launch a new PIN request Security settings as a security measure. The BMW Motorrad Navigator V Due to integration of the and the BMW Motorrad Navi- BMW Motorrad Navigator Screen brightness gator VI can be secured against...

  • Page 205: Care

    Care Care products ..... 204 Washing your motorcycle ..204 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 206: Care Products

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

  • Page 207: Cleaning Sensitive Motorcy

    Fairings and panels BMW Motorrad Care Products Clean trim panel components NOTICE motorcycle cleaner. This is with water and BMW Motorrad particularly important in the case Cases and topcases made of alu- solvent cleaner. of road salt. minum have no surface coating.

  • Page 208: Paint Care

    These include or synthetic wax to protect the Treat rubber components with spilled fuel, oil, grease and brake paint finish. water or BMW rubber protection fluid as well as bird droppings. coating agent. Store motorcycle BMW Motorrad recommends us-...

  • Page 209: Return Motorcycle To Use

    Return motorcycle to Remove the protective wax coating. Clean motorcycle. Install battery ( 186). Observe checklist ( 130).

  • Page 211: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 210 Weights ......227 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 212: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) Adjust emergency on/off switch (kill switch) to nor- mal operating position. Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.
  • Page 213 Bluetooth connection is not established. Possible cause Remedy Necessary pairing steps were not performed. Refer to the operating instructions of the commu- nication system for the necessary steps for pair- ing. The communication system is not connected au- Switch off the communication system of the hel- tomatically despite successful pairing.
  • Page 214 Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the BMW Motorrad Con- Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected App on nected App was not transferred. the connected mobile end device before riding. Route guidance cannot be started.

  • Page 215: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Hexagon screw on quick-release axle M12 x 20 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-re- lease axle in telescopic fork M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Brake caliper on telescopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Wheel speed sensor on fork M6 x 16...
  • Page 216 Rear wheel Value Valid Tighten rear wheel on wheel flange M10 x 1.25 x 40 Tightening sequence: Tighten cross- wise 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) Mirrors Value Valid Mirror (locknut) on adapter M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 16 lb/ft (22 Nm) Adapter on clamping block M10 x 14 - 4.8 18 lb/ft (25 Nm)

  • Page 217: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 15 % ethanol, E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Normal unleaded (with performance penalty) (max. 15 % ethanol, E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7.9 gal (Approx. 30 l) Reserve fuel quantity Approx.

  • Page 218: Engine Oil

    Lower right of engine block beneath the starter Engine type A74B12M Engine design Air-cooled/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke opposed-twin engine with two overhead, spur- gear-driven camshafts, a counterbalance shaft, and variable intake camshaft control BMW Shift- Displacement 1254 cc (1254 cm Cylinder bore 4 in (102.5 mm)

  • Page 219: Clutch

    Piston stroke 3 in (76 mm) Compression ratio 12.5:1 Rated output 136 hp (100 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min Torque 105 lb/ft (143 Nm), at engine speed: 6250 min Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Idle speed 1050 min , Engine at operating temperature Clutch Clutch design...

  • Page 220: 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 Gear ratio of final drive 2.91 (32:11 teeth) Rear axle differential oil SAE 70W-80 / hypoid axle G3...

  • Page 221: Frame

    Frame at front right on steering head Suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, upper fork bridge tilt decoupled, leading link mounted in engine and on telescopic fork, centrally positioned spring strut supported on leading link and frame...

  • Page 222: Brakes

    Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound-stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESA Central spring strut with coil spring and expan-...

  • Page 223: Wheels And Tires

    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 V, minimum requirement: 149 mph (240 km/h)
  • Page 224 Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cross spoke wheel Rear-wheel rim size 4.50"x17" Rear tire designation 170/60 - R17 Load index for rear tire At least 72 Permissible rear wheel load max 705 lbs (max 320 kg) Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 1.6 oz (max 45 g) Tire inflation pressures Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold...

  • Page 225: Electrical System

    Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 5 A, all onboard sockets together Fuse carrier 1 10 A, Slot 1: instrument cluster, anti-theft alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic socket 7.5 A, Slot 2: left multifunction switch, Tire Pres- sure Control (TCP/RDC) Fuse carrier 50 A, Fuse 1: Voltage regulator...

  • Page 226: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Bulbs Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Anti-theft alarm system Activation time Approx.

  • Page 227: Dimensions

    Dimensions Motorcycle length 89.4 in (2270 mm), over splash guard Motorcycle height 57.5...59.8 in (1460...1520 mm), over windshield, at DIN unladen weight with HP style 57.1...59.4 in (1450...1510 mm), over windshield, at DIN unladen weight with HP style 57.5...59.8 in (1460...1520 mm), over windshield, at DIN unladen weight with passenger package with lowered...
  • Page 228 with lowered 33.1...33.9 in (840...860 mm), without driver at DIN unladen weight with lowered 32.3...33.1 in (820...840 mm), without driver at DIN unladen weight with seat, black Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 76.8...78.3 in (1950...1990 mm), without rider at unladen weight with HP style 75.6 in (1920 mm), without rider at unladen...

  • Page 229: Weights

    Weights Vehicle curb weight 591 lbs (268 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, fuel tank 90 % full, without OE Permissible gross weight 1069 lbs (485 kg) Maximum payload 478 lbs (217 kg) Performance data Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

  • Page 231: Service

    Maintenance procedures ..232 BMW Service ..... . 232 Maintenance schedule ... . . 235 Maintenance confirmations .

  • Page 232: Defects

    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.

  • Page 233: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad retailer. network, BMW Motorrad Entries can attend to you and your To ensure that your BMW con- Maintenance work that has been motorcycle in over 100 countries sistently remains in optimal con- performed is recorded in the di- around the globe.

  • Page 234: Bmw Motorrad Mobility

    BMW motorcycle with extra se- More information on the topic of curity by offering a wide array of service is available at: BMW Service is carried out once assistance services in the event bmw-motorrad.com/service a year. The scope of the ser-...

  • Page 237: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule when used off-road, annu- ally or every 6000 miles BMW Running-in check (10000 km) (whichever (including oil change) comes first) BMW Service Standard for the first time after one Scope year, then every two years Engine oil change with fil-...

  • Page 238: Maintenance Confirmations

    Maintenance confirmations BMW Service standard scope The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Visual inspection of the clutch system...
  • Page 239 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...
  • Page 240 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 241 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 242 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 243 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 244 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 245 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 246 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 247 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 248 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 249 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 250 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...
  • Page 251 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Replacing all spark plugs latest Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner ele-...

  • Page 252: Service Confirmations

    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...
  • Page 253 Work performed at km Date...

  • Page 255: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi- lizer ....... . 254 Certificate for Keyless Ride ..256 Certificate for Tire Pressure Con- trol .

  • Page 256: 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 257 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 258: 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 259 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 260: 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 261: Ment Cluster

    Declaration of Conformity Turkey Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH, ICC6.5in tipi telsiz sisteminin 2014/53/EU Radio equipment TFT instrument cluster nolu yönetmeliğe uygun olduğunu beyan eder. AB Uygunluk Beyanı'nın tam metni, aşağıdaki For all Countries without EU internet adresinden görülebilir: http://cert.bosch- carmultimedia.net Technical information BT operating frq.
  • Page 262 Canada Mexico This device complies with Industry Canada’s La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC siguientes dos condiciones: Rules. Operation is subject to the following two (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no conditions: cause interferencia perjudicial y (1) this device may not cause interference, and...
  • Page 263 Thailand Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR เครื ่ อ งโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น ี ้ d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée มี ค วามสอดคล้ อ งตามข้ อ กํ า หนดของ กทช. aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne (This telecommunication equipments is in doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil compliance with NTC requirements)

  • Page 264: Index

    Brake fluid -Coding plug Control, 19 Checking fluid level at rear, 169 Installing, 79 Display, 51 Checking front fluid level, 168 Operating, 69 Front reservoir, 17 Self-diagnosis, 132 Rear reservoir, 17 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Brake pads Technology in detail, 150 Control, 19 Check rear, 167 Displays, 49...
  • Page 265 Replacing tail light, 182 Cruise-control system Electrical system Operating, 80 Technical data, 224 Technical Data, 223 Turn indicators, 180 Emergency on/off switch (kill Warning indicator for defective Damping switch), 21 bulb, 41 Rear adjuster, 15 Operating, 64 D­ESA Engine Control, 19 Indicator light for engine Care Chrome, 205...

  • Page 266: Overview 6

    Hazard warning flashers Frame Ignition Control, 19, 21 Technical Data, 219 Switching off, 59 Operating, 66 Front wheel stand Switching on, 58 Headlight Mounting, 163 Immobilizer Headlamp range, 117 Fuel Emergency key, 62 Headlight range adjustment, 15 Filling location, 15 Spare key, 59 Headlight courtesy delay Fuel specifications, 139...
  • Page 267 Unlocking fuel filler cap, 141, Maintenance Navigation Maintenance schedule, 235 Operating, 111 Warning indicator, 39, 40 Maintenance confirmations, 236 Notice concerning current Keys, 58, 60 Maintenance intervals, 232 status, 8 Media Operating, 113 Lights Offroad riding, 135 Control, 19 Menu Calling up, 98 Onboard computer, 89 Headlight courtesy delay...
  • Page 268 My Vehicle, 108 Refueling, 140 Seats Adjusting the seat height, 90 Fuel specifications, 139 Right side of vehicle, 17 Locking mechanism, 15 with Keyless Ride, 141, 142 Right-hand multifunction Removing and installing, 89 switch, 21 Remote control Replacing the battery, 63 Service, 231 TFT display, 25, 27 Rider info status line...
  • Page 269 TFT display, 22 Transmission Tachometer, 22 Technical Data, 217 Control, 19 Tachometer, 101 Troubleshooting chart, 210 Operating, 98, 99, 100 Technical data Turn indicators Overview, 25, 27 Anti-theft alarm system, 224 Control, 19 Selecting display readings, 95 Battery, 223 Control, right, 21 Threaded fasteners, 213 Brakes, 220 Operating, 66...
  • Page 270 Electronic engine Size change, 173 management, 44 Technical Data, 221 Engine management Windshield Adjusting, 118 system, 44 Adjusting element, 17 Engine oil level, 43 Fuel reserve, 54 Gear not trained, 55 Hill Start Control, 54 Light source defect, 41 My Vehicle, 108 Outside temperature warning, 39 Overview, 24...
  • Page 272 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.
  • Page 273 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01409899687* Order No.: 01 40 9 899 687 06.2018, 1st edition, 07...

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