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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Rider's manual R nineT /5...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 Read these operating instructions ing your vehicle, your authorised With the BMW R nineT /5 an- carefully before starting to use BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly niversary model, BMW Motorrad your new BMW. They contain provide advice and assistance. presents an edition that is remin-...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 3 Status indicators ..23 Seat ......54 Indicator and warning 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 Toolkit..... . . 82 components ....117 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 136 Tool for adjusting spring Care of paintwork .
  • Page 6 13 Appendix ... . . 159 Declaration of conform- ity for electronic immobil- iser ......160 Certificate for electronic immobiliser .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

    General instructions Quick & easy reference ....6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment ......7 Technical data .

  • Page 8: Quick & Easy Reference

    Go straight to the sembled complete with of equipment on the vehicle. "General views" chapter if you all the BMW Motorrad would like an initial overview of Indicates the end of an optional equipment ori- your motorcycle.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    The vehicle- supplied in these instructions. may also contain descriptions specific data may deviate from Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely of equipment that you might these, for example as a result of rule out errors and omissions. not have selected. Please...

  • Page 10: Additional Sources Of Information

    Control units process dealer other ways to use data obtained data that they receive, for ex- Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will from the vehicle to trace the rider ample, from vehicle sensors, or be happy to answer any ques-...
  • Page 11 Manufacturer of the vehicle The vehicle owner can also re- Operating data in the vehicle quest that a BMW Motorrad Re- Qualified service partners Control units process data to op- tailer or another qualified service Specialist workshops erate the vehicle.
  • Page 12 Response of the vehicle in customer. The information can be read out special riding situations, for Error and incident memories in by a BMW Motorrad Retailer or example engagement of the the vehicle can be reset dur- another qualified service part- driving dynamics systems ing servicing or repair work by ner or specialist workshop.
  • Page 13 stored in the vehicle, the data Settings of the windscreen po- use of the selected apps, for ex- sition can be deleted at any time. ample navigation or music play- back. Chassis and suspension set- This data is transferred to third tings The type of additional data pro- parties only if personally reques-...
  • Page 14 manufacturer or by other pro- activated. Statutory functions are viders. excluded from this. Services of the vehicle manu- Services from other providers facturer When using online services from For online services of the vehicle other providers, these services manufacturer, the individual are subject to the responsibil- functions are described at ity and the data protection and...

  • Page 15: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....15 General view, right side ... . . 17 Underneath the seat .

  • Page 17: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Check operation of the clutch ( 91). Fuel filler neck Fuel grade ( 70). Load correctly ( 62). Secure the luggage to mo- torcycle ( 113). Adjust the damping for rear wheel ( 59). Power socket ( 112) Check the engine oil level 85).

  • Page 19: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Top up the engine oil 86). Check the brake-fluid level, front brakes ( 89). Vehicle identification num- Check the brake-fluid level, rear brakes ( 90). Adjust the spring preload for rear wheel ( 58). Remove the seat ( 54).

  • Page 20: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Operating instructions Remote positive terminal 104) Fuse box Replace the fuses 107). Tyre pressures table Payload table Toolkit ( Diagnostic connector Disengage the diagnostic socket ( 109).

  • Page 21: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Hazard warning flashers Switch off the ABS 51). Switch off the ASC 52). Turn indicators ( Horn MENU rocker button Multifunction display Select displays. ( Reset trip distance re- corder. ( Call up SETUP.

  • Page 22: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated grips Operating the heated handlebar grips ( 53). Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button Start the engine ( 64).

  • Page 23: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Speedometer Indicator and warning lights Photosensor for the bright- ness control in the multi- function display with anti-theft alarm (DWA) DWA light-emitting diode Multifunction display Select the display ( 44).

  • Page 25: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Indicator and warning lights ..24 Multifunction display ....25 Warning indicator lights ... . . 26 Service-due indicator .

  • Page 26: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Indicator and warning lights Malfunction indicator lamp High beam indicator light Operation of high beam headlight and headlight flasher ( 41). General warning light Displayed in combination with warning symbols in the multifunction display Neutral indicator light ASC indicator and warning light ( Turn signal indicator light Operating the turn indicat-...

  • Page 27: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Value On-board computer Select the display ( 44). Unit Warning symbol Displayed in combination with the 'General' warning light (...

  • Page 28: Warning Indicator Lights

    Warning indicator lights eral' warning light 2. The 'Gen- eral' warning light either shows Mode of presentation steadily or flashes, depending on Warnings are indicated by the the urgency of the warning. corresponding warning lights. If two or more warnings occur at the same time, all the appropriate warning lights and warning sym- bols appear.
  • Page 29 Warnings, overview Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights General warning Key symbol is dis- Electronic immobiliser active ( played. light lights up. Temperature sym- General warning Coolant temperature too high ( bol is displayed. light flashes. Engine symbol is Engine in emergency-operation mode General warning light lights up.
  • Page 30 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed and warning light flashes. ABS indicator ABS switched off ( and warning light comes on. ABS indicator ABS fault ( and warning light comes on. ASC indicator and ASC intervention ( warning light quick- flashes.
  • Page 31 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Symbol for the Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( DWA battery is dis- played. General warning Symbol for fuel re- Fuel down to reserve ( light lights up. serve and TRIP R countdown for distance that can potentially still be covered are dis-...
  • Page 32 If the engine-oil temperature placed, preferably by an au- The engine control unit has dia- is frequently too high, have thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. gnosed a fault. In exceptional the fault rectified as soon as Coolant temperature too cases, the engine stops and re- possible by a specialist work- fuses to start.
  • Page 33 The engine control unit has dia- specialist workshop, preferably Have the fault rectified by a gnosed a fault which may cause an authorised BMW Motorrad specialist workshop, preferably severe secondary faults. The en- dealer. an authorised BMW Motorrad gine is in emergency-operation dealer.
  • Page 34 Replacing bulbs for low-beam The ABS function is not avail- an authorised BMW Motorrad and high-beam headlight able, because self-diagnosis dealer. 101). did not complete. (The motor-...
  • Page 35 The ASC control unit has detec- specialist workshop, preferably ted a fault. The ASC function is an authorised BMW Motorrad The motorcycle has to reach not available. dealer. the following speed with the You can continue to ride. Bear...
  • Page 36 (fuel consumption) specialist workshop, preferably BMW Motorrad dealer. and the amount of fuel left in the an authorised BMW Motorrad tank. Fuel reserve dealer. After a refuelling stop, the dis- The amount of fuel remaining in...

  • Page 37: Service-Due Indicator

    Service-due indicator WARNING Irregular engine operation or engine shutdown due to lack of fuel Risk of accident, damage to cata- lytic converter Do not run the fuel tank dry. Possible cause: When a service is due within The fuel tank contains no more 1000 km, symbol for service When a service is due within one than the reserve quantity of fuel.
  • Page 38 occur if the battery has been dis- connected from the vehicle.

  • Page 39: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch/steering lock ..38 Emergency off switch (kill switch) ......40 Lights .

  • Page 40: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    Ignition switch/steering Switching on ignition lock Keys You receive 2 ignition keys and a special key for removing the seat 54). If a key is lost or mislaid, consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) ( 39). Turn the ignition key to pos- Ignition switch/steering lock and ition 1 and move the handle- Turn the ignition key to posi-...
  • Page 41 Electronic immobiliser If you lose your key, you can (EWS) have it barred by your author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. The on-board electronics access If you wish to do this, you will the data saved in the ignition need to bring all other keys for key via a ring aerial in the igni- the motorcycle with you.

  • Page 42: Emergency Off Switch

    Lights Emergency off switch The emergency off switch is a kill switch for switching off the (kill switch) Side light and low-beam engine quickly and easily. headlight The side lights switch on auto- matically when the ignition is switched on. NOTICE The side lights place a strain on the battery.
  • Page 43 High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Immediately after switching off Immediately after switching off the ignition, push button 1 to the ignition, pull switch 1 back the left and hold it in that po- and hold it in that position until Push switch 1 forward to sition until the parking lights the headlight courtesy delay...

  • Page 44: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard warning flashers Operating hazard warning flashers NOTICE The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Press button 1 to switch on Push button 1 to the left to Do not use the hazard warning the hazard warning lights sys- switch on the left turn indicat- flashers for longer than absolutely tem.
  • Page 45 Comfort turn indicator dicators only switch off automat- ically once the speed-dependent distance covered is reached. If button 1 has been pressed to the right or left, the turn indic- ators are automatically switched off under the following circum- stances: Speed below 30 km/h: after 50 m distance covered.

  • Page 46: Reading

    Reading Selecting display Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill. Switch on the ignition ( 38). The on-board computer read- ings appear on the display. Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until the desired value is displayed. Possible displays: Total distance travelled: ODO Trip distance 1: TRIP 1 Trip distance 2: TRIP 2 Automatic trip recorders:...
  • Page 47 Clock: CLOCK Call up the menu for settings: SETUP ENTER...
  • Page 48 Resetting trip recorder Switch on the ignition ( 38). Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until the trip recorder you want to reset 2 is displayed. Press and hold down button 1 until trip recorder 2 is reset.

  • Page 49: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)

    Anti-theft alarm (DWA) an authorised BMW Motorrad Motion sensor dealer. An attempt to use an unauthor- with anti-theft alarm (DWA) ised ignition key to switch on If a DWA alarm was triggered the ignition. Activating DWA while the motorcycle was un-...

  • Page 50: Clock

    Deactivating DWA Clock SET DWA is displayed. Switch on the ignition ( 38). Setting the clock Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once WARNING (if programmed). Adjusting the clock when rid- Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is deac- tivated. Risk of accident Adjusting DWA settings Set the clock only when the motorcycle is stationary.

  • Page 51: Date

    Long-press button 1 to open Short-press button 1 to in- crease the minutes number SETUP. by one. Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until SET CLOCK is dis- Short-press button 2 to reduce played. the minutes number by one. The minutes are set. Press and hold down button 2 until the minutes number stops flashing.

  • Page 52: Adjusting Brightness

    Adjusting brightness Press and hold down button 2 until SET YEAR is displayed. Adjusting display brightness Switch on the ignition ( 38). Press and hold down button 2 until day number 3 flashes. Short-press button 1 to in- Short-press button 1 to in- crease the day number by one.

  • Page 53: Antilock Brake System

    Release button 1 within two NOTICE seconds. ABS indicator and warning You have the option of deactiv- light remains on. ating the ABS function while the motorcycle is on the move. ABS is switched off. Switching on ABS Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until the desired value for display brightness 3 is set.

  • Page 54: Automatic Stability Control

    ABS indicator and warn- ASC indicator and warning NOTICE ing light goes out; if self- light remains on. diagnosis has not completed, it You have the option of deactiv- starts flashing. ASC is switched off. ating the ASC function while the You also have the option of motorcycle is on the move.

  • Page 55: Heated Handlebar Grips

    Operating the heated ASC indicator and warning light remains off or contin- handlebar grips ues to flash. NOTICE ASC is switched on. The heating in the heated You also have the option of handlebar grips can be activated switching the ignition off and only when the engine is then on again.

  • Page 56: Seat

    length of time to pass without Pull seat 1 to the rear and re- making further changes. move. To switch off the heated grips, Installing seat repeatedly press button 1 un- til heated grip symbol 2 is no longer shown on the display. Seat Removing seat Make sure the ground is level...

  • Page 57: Adjustment

    Adjustment Mirrors ......56 Headlight ......56 Clutch .

  • Page 58: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Adjusting mirrors Headlight Headlight adjustment for right- or left-hand traffic This motorcycle has a symmetric-beam low-beam headlight. If the motorcycle is ridden in a country where Push the protective cap up the opposite rule of the road over the screw connection on applies, its symmetric low-...

  • Page 59: Clutch

    5: largest distance thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. between the handlebar grip and the clutch lever Clutch Brakes Adjusting clutch lever...

  • Page 60: Spring Preload

    Adjusting spring preload WARNING NOTICE for rear wheel Adjusting the brake lever The adjusting screw is easier to Requirement while riding turn if you push the brake lever Setting the spring preload re- forward. Risk of accident quires 2 hook wrenches that are Do not attempt to adjust the not included in the toolkit, but are Adjustment options:...

  • Page 61: Damping

    holding adjusting ring 2 with a An uneven surface requires second hook wrench. softer damping than a smooth surface. To increase spring preload, turn adjusting ring 2 in direc- An increase in spring preload tion A with the hook wrench. requires firmer damping, a re- duction in spring preload re- To reduce spring preload, turn...
  • Page 62 on-board toolkit to turn adjust- Recommended ing screw 1. suspension setting for one-up riding Turn the adjusting screw all the way clockwise, then back it off 1.75 turns (Damping) Recommended suspension setting for riding with load 21 mm to the beginning of the Turn the adjusting screw 1 thread (Spring preload) clockwise to harden the damp-...

  • Page 63: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....62 Checklist ......64 Starting .

  • Page 64: Safety Instructions

    Insufficient tyre pressure of the year. Your authorised Payload of tank rucksack Poor tyre tread BMW Motorrad dealer will be On-board luggage systems glad to advise you on the correct such as a tank bag or rear soft- clothing for every purpose.
  • Page 65 Catalytic converter Risk of overheating WARNING If misfiring causes unburned fuel ATTENTION to enter the catalytic converter, Exhaust gases adversely af- there is a danger of overheating fecting health Engine running for prolonged and damage. Risk of asphyxiation period with vehicle at stand- The following guidelines must be Do not inhale exhaust fumes.

  • Page 66: Checklist

    Every 3rd refuelling stop a gear engaged. The engine will Do not tamper with the vehicle in any way that could result in switch itself off if you start it with Check the engine oil level tuned performance. the gearbox in neutral and then 85).
  • Page 67 ON to flashing. dealer. The needle 4 for the speed indicator moves to maximum ABS self-diagnosis speed. BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- Phase 3 forms self-diagnosis to ensure its Needle 4 for the speedometer operability. Self-diagnosis starts drops to the zero position.
  • Page 68 ASC self-diagnosis ABS self-diagnosis not the ignition. BMW Motorrad ASC performs completed self-diagnosis to ensure its op- Phase 1 The ABS function is not avail- erability. Self-diagnosis is per- Test of the diagnosis-compat- able, because self-diagnosis...

  • Page 69: Running In

    Running-in speeds optimum frictional force. You can an authorised BMW Motorrad compensate for this initial reduc- dealer. tion in braking efficiency by ex- 0...1000 km erting greater pressure on the max 50 km/h (1st gear) levers.

  • Page 70: Brakes

    The sharper the motor- BMW Motorrad ABS prevents Tyres cycle decelerates, the more load the front wheel from locking up. New tyres have a smooth sur- is shifted to the front wheel.

  • Page 71: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Emergency braking Wet and dirty brakes Apply the brakes lightly while riding to remove wetness and If you brake sharply from a speed Wetness and dirt on the brake dirt, or dismount and clean the in excess of 50 km/h the brake discs and the brake pads dimin- brakes.

  • Page 72: Refuelling

    Alternative fuel grade ATTENTION ATTENTION Additional weight placing Engine operation with leaded Premium unleaded (max- strain on the side stand fuel imum 15% ethanol, E15) Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Damage to catalytic converter 95 ROZ/RON topples Do not attempt to run the Do not sit or lean on the vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel vehicle while it is propped on...
  • Page 73 tank past the bottom edge of ATTENTION the filler neck 3. Component damage NOTICE Component damage caused by overfilled fuel tank When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top Overfilling the fuel tank will up the tank to a level above re- cause excess fuel to penetrate serve, so that the new level is the carbon canister and cause...

  • Page 74: Securing Motorcycle For Transportation

    Fuel reserve approx. 3.5 l Press the fuel filler cap down firmly to close. Remove the ignition key and close the protective cap. Securing motorcycle ATTENTION ATTENTION for transportation Vehicle topples to side when Trapping of components Make sure that all components being lifted on to stand Component damage that might come into contact...
  • Page 75 At the rear, secure the straps to the frame for the passenger footrests on both sides and tighten the straps. Uniformly tighten all the straps. The vehicle's springs are com- pressed.

  • Page 77: Engineering Details

    Engineering details General instructions ....76 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ..76 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ....... 78...

  • Page 78: General Instructions

    If road surface. Loose stones, ice BMW Motorrad ABS will be this happens the braking force and snow or a wet road all have unable to prevent the rear wheel...
  • Page 79 Within the limits imposed by If a fault message is issued on the ABS function is deactivated physics, the BMW Motorrad ABS account of exceptional riding for safety reasons and an ABS ensures directional stability on conditions, you can reactivate fault message is issued.

  • Page 80: Automatic Stability Control

    In order to ensure that the safety offered by this system. BMW Motorrad ABS is always The speeds of the front and maintained in optimum condi- Automatic Stability rear wheels are compared as...
  • Page 81 The BMW Motorrad ASC is un- a gear engaged able to control a situation of this nature.

  • Page 83: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....82 Fuses ......107 Toolkit .

  • Page 84: General Instructions

    Width across flats 14 light ( 102). ance and repair work is available Adjust the mirror arm from your BMW Motorrad author- 56). ised dealer in the form of a DVD. Reversible screwdriver blade Some of the work requires spe-...

  • Page 85: Tool For Adjusting Spring Struts

    Centre the front wheel stand The basic stand and its ac- cessory components are avail- relative to the front wheel and Installing front-wheel able from your BMW Motorrad push it into position at the front stand axle. authorised dealer. ATTENTION...

  • Page 86: Rear-Wheel Stand

    ATTENTION that the front forks are securely available from your authorised seated. Auxiliary stand lifts clear if BMW Motorrad dealer. Tighten clamping bolts 1. the motorcycle is lifted too high Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples...

  • Page 87: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Checking engine oil level ATTENTION Misinterpretation of oil level reading, because oil level is temperature-dependent (the higher the temperature, the higher the oil level) Push the rear-wheel stand from ATTENTION Engine damage the right onto the rear axle. Check the oil level only Push the retaining disc on from Vehicle topples to side when...
  • Page 88 If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Check the oil level in the Wipe the area around the oil display 1. filler opening clean.

  • Page 89: Brake System

    85). qualified specialists. Install cap 3. Have the brakes checked by a Brake system specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Checking operation of the dealer. brakes Checking front brake pad Operate the brake lever. Visually inspect the left and...
  • Page 90 Look out for wear indicating marks. If the wear indicating marks are no longer clearly visible: Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 91 2 rings visible: brake pad thick- by a specialist workshop, cycle upright. ness is at least 50 % preferably an authorised 1 ring visible: brake pad thick- BMW Motorrad dealer. ness is at least 25 %...
  • Page 92 If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 93: Clutch

    Have the clutch checked by a Check brake fluid level on the Brake fluid level, rear specialist workshop, preferably brake fluid expansion tank 1. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. NOTICE Brake fluid, DOT4 Wear of the brake pads causes Tyres...

  • Page 94: Rims And Tyres

    Have the spokes checked by a rubber sealing rings and tighten specialist workshop, preferably Rims and tyres firmly. an authorised BMW Motorrad Make sure the ground is level Checking rims dealer. and firm and place the motor- Make sure the ground is level Checking tyre tread depth cycle on its stand.

  • Page 95: Wheels

    Wheels Measure the tyre tread depth workshop beforehand, preferably in the main tread grooves with an authorised BMW Motorrad Effect of wheel size on wear marks. dealer. In some cases, the data programmed into the control NOTICE The wheel size has a large in-...
  • Page 96 Loosen left brake caliper 2. back and forth against brake disc 3. ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on attempt to install the brake caliper or be- cause brake pads have to be Remove screw 1. forced apart Release wheel speed sensor 2.
  • Page 97 Remove screw 2. Withdraw quick-release axle 3, Remove spacer bush 4 from support the front wheel when the wheel hub. Slacken clamping bolts 1 on doing this. left and right. Installing front wheel Set down front wheel and Press quick-release axle slightly roll forwards out of the front toward the inside, so as to be WARNING...
  • Page 98 Front wheel installed wrong the fasteners checked by a way round Lubricate quick-release axle 3. specialist workshop, preferably Risk of accident an authorised BMW Motorrad Note direction-of-rotation ar- Lubricant dealer. rows on tyre or rim. Roll the front wheel into posi- Optimoly TA tion between the front forks.
  • Page 99 Lift the front wheel and insert Tighten clamping bolts 1 on quick-release axle 3. the left and right to the spe- cified torque. Remove front-wheel stand and firmly compress front forks sev- eral times. Do not operate the brake lever in this process. Install the front-wheel stand 83).
  • Page 100 Wheel-speed sensor to Removing rear wheel fork leg 38 Nm Lift the motorcycle, preferably 8 Nm with a BMW Motorrad rear- wheel stand. Secure cable 3 in holder 4. Install the rear-wheel stand Operate the brake several 84). times until the brake pads are Engage first gear.

  • Page 101: Headlight

    Installing rear wheel WARNING Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions in control attempts made by the ABS and ASC See the information on the ef- fect of wheel size on the ABS and ASC systems at the start Support the wheel and remove Install screws 1.
  • Page 102 Install the reflector Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. WARNING Position reflector 1 behind lug 2 and pivot it down. Deformation of the clamp Centre reflector 1. due to heavy impact on the Slacken screw 1 several turns.

  • Page 103: Lighting

    Lighting Replacing bulbs for low- beam and high-beam headlight Switch off the ignition ( 39). Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Removing reflector ( 100). Press wire spring clip 1 down Insert bulb 1 into the light and swing it aside clear of the housing.
  • Page 104 Connect connector 2 for the low-beam and high-beam headlight. Install the reflector. Replacing bulb for side light Switch off the ignition ( 39). Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Remove bulb 1 from socket 2. Insert bulb 1 for the side light cycle on its stand.
  • Page 105 Replacing bulbs for front Replace the defective bulb. and rear turn indicators Bulbs for flashing turn Switch off the ignition ( 39). indicators, front Make sure the ground is level RY10W / 12 V / 10 W and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.

  • Page 106: Jump-Starting

    Under these circumstances: to the battery terminals; never Consult a specialist workshop, attempt to jump-start the en- preferably an authorised gine by connecting leads to the BMW Motorrad dealer. on-board socket. Jump-starting ATTENTION Working from the inboard side, CAUTION insert the glass into the light Contact between crocodile housing and close the housing.

  • Page 107: Battery

    attempt in order to protect the Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage starter motor and the donor rating of 12 V. battery. Make sure the ground is level NOTICE and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
  • Page 108 NOTICE low is important in order to max- BMW Motorrad dealer. imise battery life: BMW Motorrad has developed a Disconnect devices plugged Keep the surface of the battery float charger specially designed into the socket. clean and dry.

  • Page 109: Fuses

    Charge the disconnected bat- discharged battery via the workshop, preferably an author- tery directly at the terminals. power socket or extra socket ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. Damage to the vehicle electron- Recharging disconnected Fuses battery If a battery has discharged to...
  • Page 110 Fuse assignment Remove the seat ( 54). preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Consult the fuse assignment diagram below and replace the defective fuse. Fuse assignment ( 108) Re-install cap 3. Make sure that lock 4 engages. Push the fuse box into holder 2 until hook 1 engages.

  • Page 111: Diagnostic Connector

    Securing diagnostic Have the work performed by Fuse 2 appropriately trained staff. socket Refer to the vehicle manufac- Disconnect the interface for turer specifications. 4 A (ABS control unit, engine the diagnosis and information control unit, output of isolat- system. Remove the seat ( 54).

  • Page 113: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....112 Power sockets ..... 112 Luggage .

  • Page 114: General Instructions

    During the starting operation surance. Tests conducted by try. these instances cannot make Your BMW Motorrad dealer can Connection of electrical provision for all operating con- offer expert advice on the choice devices ditions experienced by BMW...

  • Page 115: Luggage

    You can obtain additional in- Luggage formation on luggage systems Securing luggage to and how to secure them cor- motorcycle rectly from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. WARNING Handling adversely affected by overloading and imbal- anced loads Risk of falling...

  • Page 117: Care

    Care Care products ..... 116 Washing the vehicle ....116 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 118: Care Products

    To remove road salt, clean the Damage to vehicle parts BMW Motorrad dealer. The motorcycle with cold water im- Dilute in accordance with the substances in BMW Motorrad mediately after every trip.

  • Page 119: Cleaning Easily Damaged

    Damage due to high water hard, scouring surfaces. plenty of water and motorcycle pressure from high pressure cleaner from the BMW Motorrad cleaners or steam cleaners Trim panel components Care Products range. This is par- Corrosion or short circuit, dam-...

  • Page 120: Care Of Paintwork

    For this, we For paint preservation, recommend BMW Motorrad ATTENTION BMW Motorrad recommends solvent cleaner followed by the use of BMW Motorrad gloss Application of silicone sprays BMW Motorrad gloss polish for polish or agents containing to rubber seals preservation.

  • Page 121: Restoring Motorcycle To Use

    Restoring motorcycle to use Remove the protective wax coating. Clean the motorcycle. Install a charged battery. Comply with checklist ( 64).

  • Page 123: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 122 Performance figures ....134 Screw connections ....123 Fuel.

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart The engine does not start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand is extended and gear is engaged. Retract the side stand. Gear is engaged and clutch is not pressed. Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. Fuel tank is empty. Fuel grade ( 70).

  • Page 125: Screw Connections

    Screw connections Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper to telescopic fork M10 x 40 x 1.25 38 Nm Clamping bolts in axle holder M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Screw to quick-release axle M20 x 1.5 50 Nm Wheel-speed sensor to fork leg...
  • Page 126 Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror (lock nut) to adapter M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 22 Nm Adapter to clamping block 25 Nm...

  • Page 127: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super plus, unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 98 ROZ/RON 93 AKI Alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (maximum 15% ethanol, E15) 95 ROZ/RON Fuel tank capacity approx. 17.0 l Fuel reserve approx. 3.5 l Fuel consumption 5.3 l/100 km, according to WMTC CO2 emission 123 g/km, according to WMTC...

  • Page 128: Engine Oil

    SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.5 l, Difference between MIN and MAX...

  • Page 129: Clutch

    Nominal capacity 81 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min Torque 116 Nm, at engine speed: 6000 min Maximum engine speed max 8500 min ±50 Idle speed 1150 , Engine at regular operating tempe- rature Clutch Clutch type Single-plate dry clutch Transmission Type of transmission Helically cut 6-speed transmission with integrated...

  • Page 130: Final Drive

    Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm featuring BMW Motorrad Paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2.910 (32/11 teeth) Rear axle differential oil SAE 70W-80 / Hypoid Axle G3...

  • Page 131: Chassis

    125 mm, at wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm featuring BMW Motorrad Paralever Type of rear-wheel suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound stage damping and spring preload Spring travel at rear wheel...

  • Page 132: Brakes

    Brakes Front wheel Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis- ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal Brake disc thickness, front min 4 mm, Wear limit Rear wheel Type of rear brake Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake-pad material, rear...

  • Page 133: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and tyres Speed category, front/rear tyres V, required at least: 240 km/h Front wheel Front-wheel type Spoked wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.5" x 17" Tyre designation, front 120/70 ZR 17 Load index, front tyre min. 58 Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g Rear wheel Rear-wheel type...

  • Page 134: Electrical System

    Electrical system Fuses Fuse 1 10 A, Instrument cluster, anti-theft alarm system (DWA), ignition switch, OBD diagnostic socket, ignition coil isolating relay Fuse 2 4 A, ABS control unit, engine control unit, output of isolating relay, speedometer, rev counter, al- ternator Electrical rating of on-board socket Battery...

  • Page 135: Dimensions

    Lighting Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 60/55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Dimensions...

  • Page 136: Weights

    Weights Vehicle kerb weight 219 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross vehicle weight 430 kg Maximum payload 211 kg Performance figures Top speed >200 km/h...

  • Page 137: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 136 BMW Motorrad Service history ..136 BMW Motorrad mobility services ......137 Maintenance work .

  • Page 138: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad Service specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad history BMW Motorrad has an extensive dealer. network of dealerships in place Entries to look after you and your mo- In order to help ensure that your...

  • Page 139: Bmw Motorrad Mobility

    Riders who cover long distances BMW Motorrad Retailer or a spe- in a year might have to bring in cialist workshop in the electronic Maintenance work their vehicles for service before service booklet along with the the next scheduled date.
  • Page 140 To find out more about service go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service The maintenance tasks neces- sary for your vehicle are set out in the maintenance schedule be- low.

  • Page 143: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule for the first time after one year, then every two years BMW running-in check or 40.000 km (whichever (including oil change) comes first) BMW Service, standard every six years or every scope 40.000 km (whichever Engine-oil change, with comes first) filter for the first time after one...

  • Page 144: Maintenance Confirmations

    Checking spoke tension, adjusting if necessary Check lighting and signalling system Function test, engine start suppression Final inspection and check for road safety Set service date and remaining distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Checking battery state of charge Confirming BMW service in on-board literature...
  • Page 145 BMW pre-delivery BMW Running-in check Check carried out carried out at km Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 146 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 147 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 148 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 149 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 150 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 151 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 152 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 153 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 154 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 155 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 156 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...
  • Page 157 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Change gearbox oil at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Replacing belt for generator at km...

  • Page 158: Service Confirmations

    Service confirmations The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur- chased special promotions. Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 159 Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 161 Appendix Declaration of conformity for elec- tronic immobiliser ....160 Certificate for electronic immobil- iser ....... . 166 Certificate for anti-theft alarm .
  • Page 162 Declaration of Conformity Austria Hiermit erklärt BECOM Electronics GmbH, dass der Funkanlagentyp EWS4 der Richtlinie Radio equipment electronic immobiliser 2014/53/EU entspricht. (EWS) Der vollständige Text der EU- Konformitätserklärung ist unter der folgenden Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity acc. Internetadresse verfügbar: Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU after http://www.becom.at/de/download/ 12.06.2016 and during transition period...
  • Page 163 Cyprus Denmark Με την παρούσα ο/η BECOM Electronics GmbH, Hermed erklærer BECOM Electronics GmbH, at δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός EWS4 πληροί την radioudstyrstypen EWS4 er i overensstemmelse οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. med direktiv 2014/53/EU. Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης EU-overensstemmelseserklæringens fulde tekst ΕΕ...
  • Page 164 Finland Greece BECOM Electronics GmbH vakuuttaa, että Με την παρούσα ο/η BECOM Electronics GmbH, radiolaitetyyppi EWS4 on direktiivin 2014/53/EU δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός EWS4 πληροί την mukainen. οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. EU-vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutuksen Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης täysimittainen teksti on saatavilla seuraavassa ΕΕ...
  • Page 165 Ireland Luxembourg Hereby, BECOM Electronics GmbH declares that Le soussigné, BECOM Electronics GmbH, the radio equipment type EWS4 is in compliance déclare que l'équipement radioélectrique du type with Directive 2014/53/EU. EWS4 est conforme à la directive 2014/53/UE. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is Le texte complet de la déclaration UE de available at the following internet address: conformité...
  • Page 166 Netherlands Romania Hierbij verklaar ik, BECOM Electronics GmbH, dat Prin prezenta, BECOM Electronics GmbH declară het type radioapparatuur EWS4 conform is met că tipul de echipamente radio EWS4 este în Richtlijn 2014/53/EU. conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE. De volledige tekst van de EU- Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate conformiteitsverklaring kan worden geraadpleegd este disponibil la următoarea adresă...
  • Page 167 Slovakia BECOM Electronics GmbH týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie typu EWS4 je v súlade so smernicou 2014/53/EÚ. Úplné EÚ vyhlásenie o zhode je k dispozícii na tejto internetovej adrese: http://www.becom.at/de/download/...
  • Page 168 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 169 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 170 Declaration of Conformity Austria Hiermit erklärt Meta System S.p.A., dass der Funkanlagentyp TXBMWMR der Richtlinie Radio equipment anti-theft alarm (DWA) 2014/53/EU entspricht. Der vollständige Text der EU- Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity acc. Konformitätserklärung ist unter der folgenden Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU after Internetadresse verfügbar: 12.06.2016 and during transition period https://docs.metasystem.it/...
  • Page 171 Cyprus Denmark Με την παρούσα ο/η Meta System S.p.A., Hermed erklærer Meta System S.p.A., at δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός TXBMWMR radioudstyrstypen TXBMWMR er i πληροί την οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. overensstemmelse med direktiv 2014/53/EU. Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης EU-overensstemmelseserklæringens fulde tekst ΕΕ...
  • Page 172 Finland Greece Meta System S.p.A. vakuuttaa, että Με την παρούσα ο/η Meta System S.p.A., radiolaitetyyppi TXBMWMR on direktiivin δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός TXBMWMR 2014/53/EU mukainen. πληροί την οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. EU-vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutuksen Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης täysimittainen teksti on saatavilla seuraavassa ΕΕ...
  • Page 173 Ireland Luxembourg Hereby, Meta System S.p.A. declares that the Le soussigné, Meta System S.p.A., déclare que radio equipment type TXBMWMR is in l'équipement radioélectrique du type TXBMWMR compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. est conforme à la directive 2014/53/UE. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is Le texte complet de la déclaration UE de available at the following internet address: conformité...
  • Page 174 Netherlands Romania Hierbij verklaar ik, Meta System S.p.A., dat het Prin prezenta, Meta System S.p.A. declară că tipul type radioapparatuur TXBMWMR conform is met de echipamente radio TXBMWMR este în Richtlijn 2014/53/EU. conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE. De volledige tekst van de EU- Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate conformiteitsverklaring kan worden geraadpleegd este disponibil la următoarea adresă...
  • Page 175 Slovakia Meta System S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie typu TXBMWMR je v súlade so smernicou 2014/53/EÚ. Úplné EÚ vyhlásenie o zhode je k dispozícii na tejto internetovej adrese: https://docs.metasystem.it/...
  • Page 176 Brakes Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Battery Adjusting handlebar levers, 57 Maintenance instructions, 105 Checking function, 87 Engineering details, 76 Position on the vehicle, 18 Safety instructions, 68 Indicator and warning light, 32 recharging connected Technical data, 130 operating, 51 battery, 106 Wear indicator, 89 Self-diagnosis, 65 recharging disconnected...
  • Page 177 Coolant temperature Emergency off switch (kill Fuel Filler neck, 15 switch), 20 Display: ENGTMP, 44 Fuel reserve, 34 operating, 40 too high, 30 Refuelling, 70 Engine Currency, 7 Technical data, 125 Engine electronics indicator light, 30 Fuel reserve Damping Display distance covered: Malfunction indicator lamp, 31 adjusting, 59 TRIP R, 44...
  • Page 178 Instrument cluster High-beam headlight, Hazard warning flashers Ambient-light brightness operating, 41 Control, 19 sensor, 21 Low-beam headlight, 40 operating, 42 Overview, 21 Parking lights, operating, 41 Headlight Side light, 40 Adjustment for right-hand/left- Luggage Jump-starting, 104 hand traffic, 56 lashing, 113 Headlight beam throw, 56 Removing and installing, 99 Keys, 38...
  • Page 179 Multifunction display, 21 Spring preload Rear-wheel stand Overview, 25 Adjuster, rear, 17 installing, 84 Selecting display, 44 adjusting, 58 Refuelling, 70 Multifunction switch Starting, 64 Rev. counter, 21 Overview, left side, 19 Control, 20 Running in, 67 Overview, right side, 20 Steering lock, 38 Safety instructions Odometer...
  • Page 180 Standards, 7 Tyres Overview, 24 Checking tread depth, 92 Transmission, 127 Voltage of the vehicle electrical system too low, 31 Checking tyre pressure, 91 Weights, 134 Warning lights, 21 Wheels and tyres, 131 Pressures, 131 Warnings, overview, 27 Running in, 68 Toolkit Position on the vehicle, 18 Technical data, 131...
  • Page 182 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2019 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 183 Important data for refuelling: Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super plus, unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 98 ROZ/RON 93 AKI Alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (maximum 15% ethanol, E15) 95 ROZ/RON Fuel tank capacity approx. 17.0 l Fuel reserve approx. 3.5 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, One-up and two-up with luggage, tyre cold...

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