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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual F 800 GS...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle data/dealership details Motorcycle 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 We hope that you will enjoy rid- BMW and welcome you to the ing your BMW and that all your community of BMW riders. journeys will be pleasant and safe Familiarise yourself with your new motorcycle so that you can ride it BMW Motorrad.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    You can also consult the index at 3 Status indicators ..21 BMW Motorrad ABS ..44 the end of this Rider's Manual if BMW Motorrad ASC ..45 Multifunction display .
  • Page 5 Power sockets ....78 Cleaning easily damaged BMW Motorrad Service . . . 144 Luggage ....79 components .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    BMW optional ex- overview of your motorcycle. tras originally ordered. Indicates the end of an All maintenance and repair work item of information.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Rider's Manual. of country-specific differences. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely If your BMW was supplied with rule out errors and omissions. equipment not described in We hope you will appreciate that...

  • Page 11: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Underneath the seat .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Power socket ( Seat lock ( Engine-oil filler neck and oil dipstick (...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Fuel filler neck ( Adjuster, spring preload Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Brake-fluid reservoir, front VIN, type plate (on steering-head bearing) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( Adjuster for damping char- acteristic (...

  • Page 16: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Stowage with first-aid kit Location of the first-aid kit Standard toolkit ( Payload table Table of tyre pressures Helmet holder ( Rider's Manual (in rear of vehicle) with anti-theft alarm Rider's Manual (below con- trol unit) ( Tool for adjusting spring preload (...

  • Page 17: Underneath The Trim Panel

    Underneath the trim panel Battery ( 121) Air-filter housing ( 119)

  • Page 18: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Selecting readings ( 38). with on-board com- puter Resetting average values 39). Hazard warning flashers with LED auxiliary head- lights Operation of the auxiliary headlights ( Operation of the flashing turn indicators ( Horn with ESA Operating ESA (...

  • Page 19: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Grip heating control Starter button ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) (...

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Warning and telltale lights Speedometer Setting clock ( 37). with on-board com- puter Operation of the stopwatch Multifunction display Selecting readings ( 38). Resetting tripmeter 39). Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm telltale light (see the instructions for...
  • Page 21 Rev. counter...

  • Page 23: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Multifunction display ....22 Meaning of symbols ....23 Warning and telltale lights .

  • Page 24: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Warning for engine elec- tronics ( with heated handlebar grips Display showing chosen level of grip heating with on-board com- puter Stopwatch ( Time ( Warning for coolant tem- perature ( Service due ( Values area ( with on-board com- puter Symbols explaining the readings shown in the val-...

  • Page 25: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols 10 – with on-board computer (OE) with on-board computer Gear indicator; "N" indic- ates neutral distance travelled after 11 Fuel level ( fuel down to reserve in km 12 – with on-board computer (OE) Values area ( Average consumption in l/ 13 a warning is shown in the 100 km...

  • Page 26: Warning And Telltale Lights

    Warning and telltale lights ABS warning light ( with ASC ASC warning light ( Warning light for fuel down to reserve ( 25) ( General warning light, in combination with warnings in the display ( High-beam headlight tell- tale light Telltale light for right turn indicators with LED auxiliary head-...

  • Page 27: Fuel Level

    Fuel level Fuel reserve The odometer for the fuel re- serve is reset when the amount Due to the complex shape of the The amount of fuel present in of fuel is greater than the reserve fuel tank, it is impossible to de- the fuel tank when the fuel warn- volume.

  • Page 28: Ambient Temperature

    Mode of presentation preferably an authorised BMW of the forecast due date. If the Warnings are indicated by the Motorrad dealer. countdown distance to the odo- corresponding warning lights.
  • Page 29 Warnings that do not have warn- A reading in values area 2 ing lights of their own are indic- that constitutes a warning ated by 'General' warning light 1 is accompanied by warning showing in combination with a triangle 3. These warnings can text warning or a warning symbol alternate with the odometer in the multifunction display.
  • Page 30 Warnings, overview Warning light Status indicators Meaning Lights up yellow + " " appears Electronic immobiliser active ( on the display Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up red Flashes Coolant temperature too high ( Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Engine in emergency-operation mode play...
  • Page 31 Warning light Status indicators Meaning Lights up ABS deactivated ( Lights up ABS fault ( Quick-flashes ASC intervention ( Slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed Lights up ASC deactivated ( Lights up ASC fault (...
  • Page 32 Have the defective key re- engine, but leave the ignition placed, preferably by an au- Coolant temperature too switched on so that the radi- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. high ator fan continues to operate. General warning light shows Fuel down to reserve If the coolant temperature is red.
  • Page 33 Possible cause: preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. able. Bulb defective. Have the fault rectified as Visually inspect to ascertain Engine in emergency- quickly as possible by a which bulb is defective. operation mode...
  • Page 34 Seek the advice of a specialist ABS system. ing is particularly high on bridges workshop, preferably an author- Activating ABS function and where the road is in shade. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. 45). Ride carefully and think well ABS self-diagnosis not ABS fault ahead.
  • Page 35 ASC system. with ASC quickly as possible by a Activate ASC specialist workshop, preferably ASC warning light slow- ASC fault an authorised BMW Motorrad flashes. dealer. with ASC Possible cause: ASC intervention Self-diagnosis did not complete, ASC warning light shows.

  • Page 37: Operation

    Grip heating......43 BMW Motorrad ABS ....44 BMW Motorrad ASC .

  • Page 38: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    Ignition switch/steering Switch off the ignition Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW lock Motorrad dealer. Keys Switching on ignition You receive two master keys and one emergency key. The emer- gency key is small and light so that it can always be kept in a wallet or purse, for example.

  • Page 39: Electronic Immobiliser Ews

    If you lose your key, you can Handlebars locked. have it barred by your BMW Switch on the ignition. Key can be removed. Motorrad authorised dealer. If you wish to do this, you will need...

  • Page 40: Reading

    Reading with on-board computer Selecting readings Switch on the ignition. Press and hold down button 1 until the hours number 2 Press button 1 to select the flashes. reading in values area 2. Repeatedly press the button The following values can be dis- until the hours number is cor- played: Press button 1 to select the...

  • Page 41: Stopwatch

    Stopwatch distance travelled after fuel Select average consumption or down to reserve in km average speed. Resetting tripmeter Switch on the ignition. Select the desired tripmeter. You can switch from the odo- meter reading to a stopwatch 2. Press and hold down button 1 The readout is in hours, minutes, until the value shown is reset.
  • Page 42 use button 1 to operate the on- Changing button board computer. functions The stopwatch continues to time in the background if you switch back temporarily to the odometer reading. Similarly, the stopwatch continues timing if you temporar- ily switch off the ignition. Operating stopwatch When the stopwatch is stopped, press button 2 to...

  • Page 43: Lights

    Low-beam headlight High-beam headlight and : Stopwatch operated by means of the INFO button on headlight flasher The low-beam headlight comes the handlebar fitting. on automatically under the fol- : Stopwatch operated by lowing conditions: means of button 2 in the in- If the engine is started strument panel.

  • Page 44: Turn Indicators

    Hazard warning The turn indicators are can- celled automatically after flashers you have ridden for approximately Operating hazard warning 10 seconds and covered a dis- flashers tance of about 300 m. Switch on the ignition. The hazard warning flash- ers place a strain on the battery.

  • Page 45: Emergency Off Switch

    Emergency off switch (kill switch) Press button 1 to switch on Engine switched off the hazard warning flashers. Normal operating position Ignition can be switched off. (run) Emergency off switch (kill Press button 1 again to switch switch) off the hazard warning flashers. Grip heating with heated handlebar grips Operating the kill switch...

  • Page 46: Bmw Motorrad Abs

    BMW Motorrad ABS gine speeds. If the charge level is low, grip heating is switched Deactivating ABS function off to ensure the battery's start- Bring the motorcycle to a stop ing capability. or, if the motorcycle is at a standstill, switch on the igni- tion.

  • Page 47: Bmw Motorrad Asc

    ASC warning light fault in the ABS. changes status. ASC warning light shows. BMW Motorrad ASC with ASC Release button 1 within two seconds. Deactivating ASC function Press and hold down button 1...

  • Page 48: Clutch

    Activating ASC function You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again. An ASC fault has occurred if the ASC warning light shows when the motorcycle ac- celerates to a speed in excess of 5 km/h after the ignition was switched off and then on again.

  • Page 49: Brakes

    Brakes Mirrors Adjust the handbrake Adjust the mirrors lever Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars. Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise to increase the span Attempting to adjust the between the brake lever and handbrake lever while riding...

  • Page 50: Spring Preload

    Adjusting mirror arm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Spring preload Setting It is essential to set spring pre- load of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the mo- torcycle. Increase spring preload Remove on-board toolkit 1. when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload Push protective cap 1 up over...

  • Page 51: Damping

    Adjust the damping characteristic Stow the on-board toolkit in its to suit spring preload. correct position. Installing seat ( 53). If you want to increase spring preload, use the tool from the Damping on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 clockwise. Setting If you want to reduce spring Damping must be adapted to suit...

  • Page 52: Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    in the direction indicated by the Basic setting of rear-sus- H arrow. pension damping charac- If you want a softer damping teristic characteristic, use a screw- driver to turn adjusting screw 1 Turn the adjusting screw in the direction indicated by the clockwise as far as it will go, S arrow.

  • Page 53: Tyres

    COMF Comfortable damping Always check that the tyre pres- To make different adjustment to characteristic sures are correct. the damping: NORM Normal damping char- Repeatedly press button 1 until At high road speeds, tyre acteristic the setting you want to use valves installed perpen- SPORt Sporty damping char-...

  • Page 54: Headlight

    Consult a specialist work- right. right shop, preferably an au- Adjust beam throw by tilting thorised BMW Motorrad dealer, If the motorcycle is ridden in a the headlight slightly about its if you are unsure whether the country where the opposite rule horizontal axis.

  • Page 55: Seat

    Beam-throw basic setting Remove the seat and place it, rubber buffers down, on a clean surface. Installing seat Turn the key to the left in seat lock 1 and hold it in this pos- Slacken screws 1 on left and ition while pressing down the right.

  • Page 56: Rider's Manual

    met being damaged by the hot end silencer. If possible, attach the helmet on the right-hand side of the motorcycle. The helmet catch can scratch the panelling. Make sure the lock is out of the way when you hook the helmet Use a plastic-sheathed steel Make the opening side of the into position.
  • Page 57 with anti-theft alarm Slightly raise the leads 2. Push the pocket backwards underneath the cables and rear frame strut 3 until the rolled- up edge of the pocket is below the rear frame strut. Remove protective film 4 and attach the velcro to the pocket in such a way that it cannot slide around any further.

  • Page 59: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....58 Checklist ......60 Starting .

  • Page 60: Safety Instructions

    Your authorised BMW involve risk. When riding over Ensure that the case volumes Motorrad dealer will be glad to...
  • Page 61 Speed Note the maximum permissible Maximum permissible payload and the speed limit If you ride at high speed, always speed for riding with the for riding with cases fitted, as bear in mind that various bound- tank bag fitted to the motor- stated on the label inside the ary conditions can adversely af- cycle...

  • Page 62: Checklist

    Do not run the engine in an en- Tampering Stop the engine immediately if closed space. it misfires. Tampering with motor- Use only unleaded fuel. cycle settings (e.g. elec- Risk of burn injury Comply with all specified main- tronic engine management unit, tenance intervals.

  • Page 63: Starting

    Tyre-tread depth and tyre Pre-ride check is performed. pressures Cases correctly installed and ABS self-diagnosis is luggage secured performed. ( with ASC At regular intervals: ASC self-diagnosis is per- Engine oil level (every refuelling formed. ( stop) Select neutral or, if a gear is Brake-pad wear (every third engaged, pull the clutch lever.
  • Page 64 At the same time, all the warn- quickly as possible by a ABS warning light flashes. ing lights and telltale lights are specialist workshop, preferably switched on in succession. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Phase 2 ABS self-diagnosis completed The 'General' warning light ABS self-diagnosis changes from yellow to red.

  • Page 65: Running In

    (speed at least 3.1 mph (5 km/ and engine-speed range fre- specialist workshop, preferably h)). quently; avoid riding at constant an authorised BMW Motorrad ASC warning light slow- engine rpm for prolonged peri- dealer. flashes. ods.

  • Page 66: Speed

    Brake pads speed. You can activate or deac- Avoid extreme angles of heel. tivate the redline warning. New brake pads have to bed Speed down before they can achieve Activating redline warning their optimum friction levels. You with on-board computer can compensate for this initial re- Redline warning duction in braking efficiency by...

  • Page 67: Off-Roading

    Rims them down until the reading Apply the brakes in good time BMW Motorrad recommends changes. until the brakes have been checking the rims for damage cleaned. Off-roading after off-roading.

  • Page 68: Brakes

    Riding in the rain or through decelerates, the more load is puddles of water. shifted to the front wheel. The BMW Motorrad ABS prevents After the motorcycle has been higher the wheel load, the more the front wheel from locking up.

  • Page 69: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Think ahead and brake in good If the camber of the roadway Extend the centre stand and time until full braking efficiency is permits, turn the handlebars all lift the motorcycle onto the restored. the way to the left. stand. On a gradient, the motorcycle Parking your Refuelling...
  • Page 70 and the engine has subsequently Leaded fuel will destroy the catalytic converter. cut out due to insufficient fuel. Use only unleaded fuel. Recommended fuel Make sure the ground is level grade and firm and place the motor- cycle on its side stand. Super unleaded 95 ROZ/RON The volume of the tank can...

  • Page 71: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    Press the fuel tank cap down firmly to close. Remove the key and close the protective cap. Securing motorcycle for transportation Make sure that all components that might come into contact The motorcycle can topple Risk of damaging compon- with straps used to secure the and fall on its side.
  • Page 72 At the rear, secure the straps to the rear frame on both sides and tighten the straps. Tighten all the straps uniformly; the vehicle's suspension should be compressed as tightly as possible front and rear.

  • Page 73: Engineering Details

    ABS ....... . 72 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC ....74...

  • Page 74: Brake System With Bmw

    Severe braking can cause transferrable limit, the wheels face. At this instant the BMW the rear wheel to lift off the start to lock and the motorcycle Motorrad ABS must assume an ground.
  • Page 75 The system is not op- of maintenance. Rear wheel rotating with the timised for special requirements In order to ensure that the BMW vehicle held stationary by ap- that apply under extreme com- Motorrad ABS is always main- plying the front brake (burn-...

  • Page 76: Electronic Engine Manage

    What is the design conditions and adopting his or BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to her style of riding accordingly. baseline for BMW counteract their effects. Do not take risks that would neg- Motorrad ASC?
  • Page 77 Heating up with the motorcycle a corresponding loss of stability. on the centre stand or an auxil- The BMW Motorrad ASC is un- iary stand, engine idling or with able to control a situation of this a gear engaged.

  • Page 79: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....78 Power sockets ..... . 78 Luggage .

  • Page 80: General Instructions

    BMW Power sockets are shut down proved by BMW for this purpose. motorcycles without constituting automatically under the following Genuine BMW parts and ac- a safety hazard. Country-specific...

  • Page 81: Luggage

    Luggage off, power sockets are switched off to lessen the burden on the Lashing luggage on-board electrical system. Low-wattage electrical accessor- ies might not be recognised by the vehicle’s electronics. In such cases, power sockets are switched off very shortly after the ignition is turned off.

  • Page 82: Cases

    Opening cases Press button 1 to switch on Push yellow button 4 down the auxiliary headlights. and at the same time open the Turn key 1 in the case lock to lid of the case. The telltale light for the right angles with the forward auxiliary headlights is on.
  • Page 83 Adjusting case volume Removing cases Open the case and remove all its contents. Closing the carry handle while the case lock is in Turn key 1 in the case lock to line with the forward direction of right angles with the forward travel can result in damage to the direction of travel.
  • Page 84 Pull red release lever 4 up. Fully open latching flap 5, if ne- Push latching flap 5 down as cessary pulling up red release far as it will go and hold it in Latching flap 5 pops up. lever 4. this position.

  • Page 85: Topcase

    Turn the key parallel with the direction of travel and remove. Topcase with topcase Opening topcase Push yellow button 4 forward Press down firmly on the top- and at the same time push the case lid to close. topcase lid up. Closing the carry handle while the topcase lock is Closing topcase...
  • Page 86 Adjusting topcase volume Removing topcase Open the topcase and remove all its contents. Pull red lever 4 back as far as it will go. Turn key 1 in the topcase lock Latching flap 5 pops up. to the vertical position. Fully open latching flap 5.

  • Page 87: Aluminium Cases

    is vertical when you close the Press the topcase onto the topcase carrier plate at the carry handle. rear. Close the carry handle. Turn the key to the horizontal position and remove. Aluminium cases with aluminium case Fully open latching flap 5, if Opening cases necessary pulling red release lever 4 to the rear.
  • Page 88 Push lock housing 2 upwards in order to release the catch 3. Pull the latch 3 to one side and open the lid. Closing cases Disengage retainer 1. Engage retainer 1. Close the case lid. Close the case lid. Open the second catch of the Close the second latch of the case lid.

  • Page 89: Aluminium Topcase

    Installing cases Push lock housing 2 to one side in order to release the catch 3. Push the latch 3 to one side while holding the case. The left case and the case carrier can become hot on long rides. Allow the case and the case car- rier to cool down before remov- Place the latch 3 on the case...
  • Page 90 Topcase and off-roading Closing topcase Removing topcase It is advisable to either remove the topcase or fit the backrest cushion available as an optional accessory if you intend off-road- ing. Opening topcase Close the topcase lid. Turn key 1 counter-clockwise. Push lock housing 2 down- Set the latch 3 on the lid.
  • Page 91 Installing topcase Set the latch 3 on the topcase holders. Set the topcase on the top- Push lock housing 2 up, mak- case rack and push it forward ing sure that the latch toggle in such a way that mounts on grips firmly on the carrier.

  • Page 93: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....92 Toolkit ......92 Engine oil .

  • Page 94: General Instructions

    Torx wrench, T40 Some of the work calls for spe- Adjusting headlight beam cial tools and a thorough know- throw ( 52). ledge of motorcycle technology. If you are in doubt consult a specialist workshop, preferably your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 95: Engine Oil

    BMW Motorrad Reversible screwdriver Make sure the engine is at op- blade dealer. erating temperature and hold the motorcycle upright. With star-head and Torx Engine oil with centre stand Removing centre trim Check that the engine is at op-...
  • Page 96 Have the oil level corrected without enough oil, but the same by a specialist workshop, also applies if the oil level is too preferably an authorised BMW high. Motorrad dealer. Always make sure that the oil level is correct.

  • Page 97: Brake System

    BMW Motorrad Top up the engine oil to the specified level. dealer. Check the engine oil level Checking front brake pad 93). thickness Install the oil dipstick. Make sure the ground is level Brake system and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
  • Page 98 Have the brake pads replaced Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Visually inspect the brake pads preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. to ascertain their thickness. Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 99 If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Wear of the brake pads Have the defect rectified as causes the brake fluid level quickly as possible by a spe- in the reservoir to sink. cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 100: Coolant

    Check the coolant level in low the permitted level: expansion tank 1. Viewing Have the defect rectified as direction: From in front, quickly as possible by a spe- between windscreen and right cialist workshop, preferably side panel. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 101: Clutch

    Topping up coolant If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible: Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Check the clutch play Turn the handlebars all the way to left Coolant, specified level Open cap 1 of the expansion tank.

  • Page 102: Rims And Tyres

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

  • Page 103: Chain

    minimum permissible tread Chain Checking chain sag depth. Make sure the ground is level Lubricating chain and firm and place the motor- Make sure the ground is level Dirt, dust and inadequate cycle on its stand. and firm and place the motor- lubrication will result in ac- Turn the rear wheel until it cycle on its stand.
  • Page 104 Chain deflection Locknut of the final-drive chain tensioning screw 35...45 mm (Motorcycle with 19 Nm no weight applied, supported Tighten quick-release axle on its side stand) nut 1 to the specified tight- If measured value is outside per- ening torque. mitted tolerance: Rear quick-release axle Adjust the chain sag (...

  • Page 105: Wheels

    Tyre recommendation and are fundamental to all cal- For each size of tyre BMW culations. Any change in these Motorrad tests certain makes, influencing variables, caused for and approves those that it example by a switch to wheels certifies as roadworthy.
  • Page 106 Removing front wheel Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched in Make sure the ground is level the process of removing the and firm and place the motor- brake calipers. cycle on its stand. Once the calipers have been removed, there is a risk of the brake pads being pressed together to the extent...
  • Page 107 Raise front of motorcycle until the front wheel can turn freely. BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle. Installing front-wheel stand 111). Remove axle screw 2. Remove axle 4, while support- ing the wheel. Slacken left axle clamping screws 3.
  • Page 108 Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist between the brake pads of the brake caliper on the left. workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Remove spacing bushing 5 from the left-hand side of the wheel hub. Installing front wheel...
  • Page 109 Tighten left axle clamping without centre stand Clamp of quick-release screws 3 to the specified Remove the auxiliary stand. axle tightening torque. Ease the right brake caliper Tightening sequence: Clamp of quick-release onto the brake disc. Tighten alternately axle 19 Nm Tightening sequence: Tighten alternately 19 Nm...
  • Page 110 with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Insert the ABS sensor into its Tighten right axle clamping bore and install screw 1. screws 1 to the specified tight- ening torque.
  • Page 111 Roll the rear wheel back until it is clear of the swinging arm. The sprocket and the spacer sleeves on left and right are loose fits in the wheel. Make sure that these parts are not damaged or lost on removal.
  • Page 112 BMW Motorrad dealer. Roll the rear wheel into the swinging arm, making sure that the brake disc passes between the brake pads. Seat left adjusting plate 7 in Install right adjusting plate 5. the swinging arm and install...

  • Page 113: Front-Wheel Stand

    Place the motorcycle on an aux- Push the two adapters 2 apart iliary stand before lifting the front until the front forks fit between wheel with the BMW Motorrad them. Adjust the adapter studs front-wheel stand. to suit the front suspension.

  • Page 114: Bulbs

    Make sure the motorcycle is standing firmly. Bulbs Replacing low-beam and high-beam headlight bulb Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Apply uniform pressure to push Disconnect plug 3. Switch off the ignition. the front-wheel stand down and raise the motorcycle.
  • Page 115 Replacing parking-light Replace the defective bulb. Close and lock spring clips 4. bulb Bulb for high-beam Make sure the ground is level headlight and firm and place the motor- H7 / 12 V / 55 W cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition.
  • Page 116 Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Pull parking-light bulb 3 out of Insert parking-light bulb 3 into the headlight housing.
  • Page 117 Replacing brake light and rear light bulb The LED rear light can be re- placed only as a complete unit. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Replacing turn indicator bulbs, front and rear Remove screw 1.
  • Page 118 Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install Install screw 1. Remove screw 1 from the it in the bulb housing. mudguard cover and remove Replacing number-plate the cover. light bulbs Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
  • Page 119 Use a clean, dry cloth to hold be replaced in its entirety. the new bulb in order to keep Consult a specialist workshop, the glass free of foreign matter. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Seat bulb holder 2 in the light carrier.

  • Page 120: Body Panels

    Body panels Removing centre trim panel Removing seat ( 53). Remove four screws 2. Manoeuvre the centre trim panel into position. Make sure Disconnect the plug from that all three tabs 4 on left and socket 3. right engage the side panels. Remove the centre trim panel.

  • Page 121: Air Filter

    Installing air filter Install screws 1 on left and Remove four screws 1. right. Remove the air filter cover 2, Install air filter 3. Installing seat ( 53). slightly pushing the side trim panel outwards to do so. Air filter Removing air filter Removing centre trim panel 118).

  • Page 122: Jump Starting

    charged battery and the other Install screws 1 with the wash- Jump-starting with a donor- ers. battery voltage higher than end to the positive terminal of 12 V can damage the vehicle the donor battery (positive on Installing centre trim panel this vehicle: position 2).

  • Page 123: Battery

    BMW Motorrad als. ing pages dealer. Do not turn the battery upside Do not use proprietary...
  • Page 124 Charge the battery using a Charge via the power socket, electrics. suitable charger. with the battery connected BMW Use chargers with the Comply with the operating in- to the motorcycle's on-board part numbers 77 02 7 722 470 structions of the charger.
  • Page 125 If you want to have the date set Install screws 3 on left and Always proceed in the correct consult a specialist workshop, right. preferably an authorised BMW sequence. Connection in the wrong Motorrad dealer. Disconnect negative lead 1 sequence increases the risk first.
  • Page 126 Always proceed in the correct sequence. Connect positive lead 2 to the battery's positive terminal. Connect negative lead 1 to the battery's negative terminal. Installing centre trim panel 118). Setting clock ( 37).

  • Page 127: Care

    Care Care products ..... 126 Washing motorcycle ....126 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 128: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends pads have dried out. rasives to clean plastic parts. that you use BMW insect re- Even fly-remover pads or clean- mover to soften and wash off ing pads with hard surfaces can insects and stubborn dirt on produce scratches.

  • Page 129: Paint Care

    Treat rubber components with soft sponge and plenty of water. We recommend BMW vehicle water or BMW rubber-care polish or BMW paint cleaner for products. Soften stubborn dirt and this purpose. insects by covering the af-...

  • Page 130: Protective Wax Coating

    Protective wax coating Restoring motorcycle to use BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or Remove the protective wax products containing carnauba coating. wax or synthetic wax. Clean the motorcycle. It is time to rewax the paint- Install a charged battery.

  • Page 131: Technical Data

    Technical data troubleshooting chart ....130 Riding specifications ....142 Threaded fasteners ....131 Engine .

  • Page 132: Troubleshooting Chart

    troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Kill switch activated Kill switch in operating position (run). Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged. Select neutral or pull the clutch lever.

  • Page 133: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Valid Brake caliper on telescopic fork M10 x 40 38 Nm Clamp of quick-release axle M8 x 25 Tighten alternately 19 Nm Quick-release axle, front, in axle holder M14 x 1.5 30 Nm Rear wheel Valid Locknut of the final-drive chain tensioning screw 19 Nm...
  • Page 134 Mirror arm Valid Locknut (mirror) to clamping piece M14 x 1 20 Nm Clamping piece (mirror) to clamping block 30 Nm...

  • Page 135: Engine

    Engine Engine design Twin-cylinder 4-stroke engine, DOHC steering, 4 valves operated by rocker arm, liquid cooling for cylinder and cylinder head, integrated coolant pump, 6-speed gearbox and dry-sump lubrication Displacement 798 cm Cylinder bore 82 mm Piston stroke 75.6 mm Compression ratio 12 : 1 Nominal output...

  • Page 136: Fuel

    Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI with regular unleaded (RON 91) Regular unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l Reserve fuel min 2.7 l BMW recommends BP fuels...

  • Page 137: Engine Oil

    BMW Motorrad High Performance oil SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 Oil additives BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil addit- ives, because they can have a detrimental effect on clutch operation. Please do not hesitate to contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle.

  • Page 138: Clutch

    Clutch clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath Transmission gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en- gine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 1:2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear 1:1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear 1:1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear 1:1.174 (23/27 teeth), 4th gear 1:1.042 (24/25 teeth), 5th gear 1:0.960 (25/24 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 139: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive chain drive Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Number of teeth, rear-wheel drive (Pinion / 16 / 42 sprocket) Running gear Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down fork Spring travel, front 230 mm, At wheel with lowered suspension 190 mm, At wheel...

  • Page 140: Brakes

    Brake-pad material, rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com". Front wheel front wheel type Spoked wheel, MT H2 front wheel rim size 2.15"...

  • Page 141: Electrics

    Rear wheel rear-wheel type Spoked wheel, MT H2 rear wheel rim size 4.25" x 17" Tyre designation, rear 150 / 70 - 17 Tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.4 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.4 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.8 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold...
  • Page 142 Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8...0.9 mm, When new Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light...

  • Page 143: Frame

    Frame Frame type tubular spaceframe type plate location Steering head, front top VIN location Steering head, right Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2300 mm, across front wheel to number-plate carrier Height of motorcycle 1345 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un- laden weight (as per DIN standard) with lowered suspension 1315 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un-...

  • Page 144: Weights

    with lowered suspension 1790 mm, Without rider at unladen weight Weights Unladen weight 214 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross weight 444 kg Maximum payload 230 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h...

  • Page 145: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 144 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ......144 Maintenance work .

  • Page 146: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad has an extens- ive after-sales service network As owner of a new BMW mo- In order to help ensure that your in place to look after you and torcycle, in circumstances in BMW is always in optimum...
  • Page 147 1000 km in BMW Service advance when the time for a ser- The BMW Service is carried out vice is approaching, on the basis once a year; the extent of servi- of the programmed values.

  • Page 148: Confirmation Of Mainten

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 149 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 150 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 151 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 152 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...

  • Page 153: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Item Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 154 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 155: Index

    Brake fluid Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Control, 16 Checking fluid level, front, 96 Engineering details, 74 Checking fluid level, rear, 97 Control, 16 Operation, 45 Reservoir, front, 13 Engineering details, 72 Self-diagnosis, 63 Reservoir, rear, 13 Operation, 44 Brake pads Warnings, 33 Self-diagnosis, 62 Checking front, 95...
  • Page 156 Replacing the brake light and Technical data, 136 Engine rear light bulbs, 115 Starting, 61 Confirmation of maintenance work, 146 Replacing turn indicator Technical data, 133 bulbs, 115 Coolant Warning for engine Checking fill level, 98 Technical data, 140 electronics, 31 Fill-level indicator, 13 Warning for bulb failure, 31 Engine oil...
  • Page 157 Fuel Hazard warning flashers Jump starting, 120 Filler neck, 13 Control, 16 Fill-level indicator, 25 Operation, 42 Refuelling, 67 Keys, 36 Headlight Reserve volume, 25 Adjusting headlight beam Technical data, 134 throw, 52 Fuel reserve Lights Beam throw, 52 Warning, 30 Control, 16 Driving on right/driving on Fuses, 139...
  • Page 158 Mirrors Power socket Seat Adjusting, 47 Notes on use, 78 Installation, 53 Mobility services, 144 Position on the vehicle, 11 Lock, 11 Motorcycle Pre-ride check, 62 Removal, 53 Care, 125 Service, 144 Service-due indicator, 25 Cleaning, 125 Rear-wheel drive Spark plugs Lashing, 69 Technical data, 137 Technical data, 140...
  • Page 159 topcase Technical data Vehicle Operation, 83 Battery, 139 Restoring to use, 128 Torques, 131 Brakes, 138 Vehicle identification number Transmission Position on the vehicle, 13 Bulbs, 140 Technical data, 136 Clutch, 136 Trim panels Dimensions, 141 Installing centre trim panel, 118 Warning lights Electrics, 139 Removing centre trim...
  • Page 160 Wheels Change of size, 103 Checking rims, 100 Checking spokes, 100 Install the rear wheel, 109 Installing front wheel, 106 Removing front wheel, 104 Removing rear wheel, 108 Technical data, 138...
  • Page 161 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2012 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
  • Page 162 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.4 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.4 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.8 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold BMW recommends *01418533821* Order No.: 01 41 8 533 821 06.2012, 1st edition...

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