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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual F 800 R...
  • 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

    Table of Contents You can also consult the index at 3 Status indicators ..19 Heated handlebar grips ..43 the end of this Rider's Manual if Clutch ..... . . 44 Multifunction display .
  • Page 5 Care products ... . . 108 Riding specifications ..123 BMW Motorrad ABS ..64 Washing motorcycle..108 11 Service .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Reference to a page with accessories through When the time comes to sell more detailed informa- your authorised your BMW please remember to tion. BMW Motorrad dealer; hand over this Rider's Manual; it optional accessories have is an important part of the motor- to be retrofitted to the cycle.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    RDC Tyre pressure monitoring. Rider's Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the Equipment tolerance requirements of the When you ordered your BMW Deutsches Institut für Normung motorcycle, you chose various e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual items of custom equipment.

  • 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 Payload table (on left on steering-head bearing) 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 VIN, type plate (on steering-head bearing) Brake-fluid reservoir, front Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( Power socket ( Adjuster for damping char- acteristic ( Brake-fluid reservoir, rear...

  • Page 16: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Tool for adjusting spring preload ( Standard toolkit ( Rider's Manual Stowage with first-aid kit Location of the first-aid kit Table of tyre pressures Stowage with service toolkit Location of the service toolkit (...

  • Page 17: Underneath The Centre Trim

    Underneath the centre trim panel Battery ( 104) Stowage with tyre repair kit Location of the tyre repair...

  • Page 18: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( – with on-board computer (OE) Selecting reading in exten- ded area ( Hazard warning flashers Operation of the flashing turn indicators ( Horn...

  • Page 19: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Operation of the heated handlebar grips ( Starter button ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) (...

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Warning and telltale lights Speedometer Set clock ( 37). with on-board com- puter Operation of the stopwatch Multifunction display Select display ( 38). Reset the tripmeter 38). Photo-electric cell (for ad- apting the brightness of the instrument lighting) with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm telltale light (see the instructions for...

  • Page 21: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Multifunction display ....20 Meaning of symbols ....21 Warning and telltale lights .

  • Page 22: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Trip meter ( Warning for engine elec- tronics ( with on-board com- puter Stopwatch ( Time ( with tyre pressure monit- oring (RDC) Tyre pressures ( Warning for coolant tem- perature ( Service due ( Values area ( with on-board com- puter Symbols explaining the...

  • Page 23: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols 11 – with on-board computer (OE) with on-board computer Gear indicator; "N" indic- ates neutral Distance travelled after fuel 12 – with on-board computer down to reserve ( (OE) Fuel level Average consumption The horizontal bars above the fuel-pump symbol indicate the remaining Average speed...

  • Page 24: Warning And Telltale Lights

    Warning and telltale lights Oil-pressure warning light ABS warning light ( Warning light for fuel down to reserve ( General warning light, in combination with warnings in the display ( High-beam headlight tell- tale light Telltale light for right turn indicators Telltale light for neutral Telltale light for left turn...

  • Page 25: Service-Due Indicator

    Pre-Ride Check com- shop, preferably an authorised of the forecast due date. If the pletes. The month is shown as a BMW Motorrad dealer. countdown distance to the odo- two-digit number and the year as meter reading at which a service...

  • Page 26: Ambient Temperature

    If the effect The detailed description of of the engine's heat becomes ex- The tyre-pressure readings are BMW Motorrad RDC starts on cessive, temporarily appears based on a reference tyre tem- page ( 66).

  • Page 27: Warnings

    Warnings Warnings in multifunction display A reading in values area 2 that constitutes a warning is accompanied by warning triangle 3. These warnings can Warnings that do not have warn- alternate with the odometer ing lights of their own are indic- readings ( 38).
  • Page 28 Warnings, overview Warning and telltale Warning symbols on Meaning lights the display 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...
  • Page 29 Warning and telltale Warning symbols on Meaning lights the display Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed Lights up ABS fault ( Lights up yellow + " " flashes Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( Flashes red Tyre pressure outside permitted toler- + "...
  • Page 30 Coolant temperature too engine, but leave the ignition placed, preferably by an au- high switched on so that the radi- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. General warning light shows ator fan continues to operate. red. Fuel down to reserve If the coolant temperature is of-...
  • Page 31 BMW Motorrad Possible cause: gine performance might not be dealer. available. The engine-oil level is too low. Have the fault rectified as Check engine oil level ( 77). Engine in emergency- quickly as possible by a If the oil level is too low:...
  • Page 32 Seek the advice of a specialist and rear light ( 98). and where the road is in shade. workshop, preferably an author- Replacing bulbs for front and ised BMW Motorrad dealer. rear turn indicators ( 99). Ride carefully and think well ahead.
  • Page 33 The ABS function is not the Rider's Manual. specialist workshop, preferably available, because self- Before you adjust tyre pres- an authorised BMW Motorrad diagnosis did not complete. The sure, read the information dealer. motorcycle has to move forward on temperature compensation...
  • Page 34 Have the fault rectified by a and to ascertain whether the dealer. specialist workshop, preferably vehicle can be ridden with the an authorised BMW Motorrad tyre in its present condition. Signal transmission dealer. If the vehicle can be ridden with...
  • Page 35 BMW Motorrad Possible cause: Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably dealer. The tyre-pressure battery is al- an authorised BMW Motorrad most at full capacity. There is no Possible cause: dealer. assurance of how long the tyre A system error has occurred.

  • Page 37: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch/steering lock ..36 Damping ......46 Electronic immobiliser (EWS) .

  • Page 38: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    Ignition switch/steering Parking lights and all function Electrically powered accessor- circuits switched on. ies remain operational for a lim- lock ited period of time. Engine can be started. Keys The battery can be recharged Pre-ride check is performed You receive 2 ignition keys. via the on-board socket.

  • Page 39: Electronic Immobiliser

    The keys only through an authorised engine control unit will only allow BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys the engine to be started if the are part of an integrated security Press and hold down button 1 key is identified as "authorised".

  • Page 40: Reading

    Reading with tyre pressure monitoring Average consumption (RDC) Select display Tyre pressures Current consumption Switching on ignition ( 36). Distance travelled after fuel Warnings, if applicable down to reserve with on-board computer Resetting tripmeter Switch on the ignition. Select the desired tripmeter. Press button 2 to select the reading in values area 3.

  • Page 41: Stopwatch

    Resetting average values Stopwatch use button 2 to operate the on- board computer. with on-board computer The stopwatch continues to time Switch on the ignition. in the background if you switch Select average consumption or back temporarily to the odometer average speed.

  • Page 42: Lights

    Changing button : Stopwatch operated by means of the INFO button on functions the handlebar fitting. : Stopwatch operated by means of button 2 in the in- strument panel. To save the setting, press button 1 and button 2 at the same time and hold them down until the reading When the stopwatch is...

  • Page 43: Turn Indicators

    Low-beam headlight The turn indicators are can- celled automatically after The low-beam headlight switches you have ridden for approximately on automatically when you start 10 seconds and covered a dis- the engine. tance of about 300 m. High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Immediately after switching off the ignition, push button 1 to...

  • Page 44: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard warning Emergency off switch flashers (kill switch) Operating hazard warning flashers Switch on the ignition. The hazard warning flash- ers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard Press button 1 to switch on warning flashers for longer than the hazard warning flashers.

  • Page 45: Heated Handlebar Grips

    The increase in power con- sumption caused by hav- ing the heated handlebar grips switched on can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, the heated handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the bat- tery's starting capability.

  • Page 46: Clutch

    Clutch the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip. Adjusting clutch lever The adjusting screw is Attempting to adjust the easier to turn if you push clutch lever while riding the the clutch lever forward. motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the Brakes clutch lever unless the motor-...

  • Page 47: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Locknut (mirror) to Adjusting mirrors clamping piece Joining compound: Multi- Wax spray 20 Nm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Spring preload Push protective cap 1 up over Setting the threaded fastener on the Turn the mirror to the correct It is essential to set spring pre- mirror arm.

  • Page 48: Damping

    Damping Adjust the damping characteristic to suit spring preload. Setting If you want to increase spring Damping must be adapted to suit preload, use the tool from the the condition of the surface on on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 which the motorcycle is ridden clockwise.

  • Page 49: Tyres

    Tyres Check tyre pressures against the data below. Checking tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front Incorrect tyre pressures im- pair the motorcycle's hand- ling characteristics and increase 2.5 bar (Tyre cold) the rate of tyre wear. Always check that the tyre pres- Tyre pressure, rear sures are correct.
  • Page 50 If there are doubts about Tighten screws 1 on left and Tighten screws 1 on left and the correct headlight range, right. right. seek the advice of a specialist Headlight to headlight workshop, preferably an author- bracket ised BMW Motorrad dealer. 8 Nm...

  • Page 51: Seat

    Seat Installing seat Removing seat Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Lift the seat at the rear and release the key. Engage the seat in holder 2. Remove the seat and place it, Firmly press down on the seat upholstered side down, on a at the rear.

  • Page 53: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....52 Checklist ......53 Starting .

  • Page 54: Safety Instructions

    Poor tyre tread of the year. Your authorised Payload of tank bag Added luggage systems such BMW Motorrad dealer will be as cases, topcase and tank glad to advise you on the correct rucksack clothing for every purpose.

  • Page 55: Checklist

    cycle in any way that could result cause loss of consciousness with Note the points listed for protec- fatal consequences. tion of the catalytic converter. in tuned performance. Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Checklist Risk of overheating Do not run the engine in an en- closed space.

  • Page 56: Starting

    Starting neutral and then engage a gear If the engine refuses to start, before retracting the side stand. consult the troubleshooting Starting engine chart in the section entitled When starting a cold engine Gearbox lubrication is en- "Technical data" ( 112).

  • Page 57: Running In

    ABS warning light flashes. quence. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad If a needle did not move or if a dealer. Phase 2 warning light or telltale light did...

  • Page 58: Speed

    Tyres Redline warning Comply with the rpm limits for running in. New tyres have a smooth sur- face. This must be roughened by Running-in speed riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in. This running in pro- <5000 min cedure is essential if the tyres are Do not omit the first running-in...

  • Page 59: Brakes

    The changes. higher the wheel load, the more BMW Motorrad ABS prevents FLASH the front wheel from locking up. (redline warning) ap- braking force can be transmitted without the wheel locking.

  • Page 60: Parking Your Motorcycle

    motorcycle with the side stand Use both front and rear brakes, Wetness and dirt result in and make use of the engine's poor braking efficiency. extended. braking effect as well. Apply the brakes lightly while Extend the side stand and prop riding to remove wetness and the motorcycle on the stand.

  • Page 61: Refuel

    stand to retract, and the vehicle Wipe plastic parts immediately Recommended fuel would topple in consequence. after contact with fuel. grade Do not lean or sit on the mo- Leaded fuel will destroy the torcycle with the centre stand Premium unleaded, (max. 10 catalytic converter.

  • Page 62: Secure Motorcycle For Transporta

    tank past the bottom edge of Press the fuel tank cap down the filler neck. firmly to close. Remove the key and close the If filling occurs after the fuel protective cap. level has gone below the reserve limit, the amount filled Secure motorcycle for must be greater than the reserve transportation...
  • Page 63 pling; this is best done with the support of a 2nd person. Push the motorcycle onto the transportation flat and hold it in position: do not place it on the side stand or centre stand. At the rear, secure the straps to the rear footrests on both sides and tighten the straps.

  • Page 65: Engineering Details

    Engineering details Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABS ....... . 64...

  • Page 66: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Abs

    Loose stones, ice porarily with the road surface. If sible that the BMW Motorrad and snow or a wet road all have this happens the braking force ABS will be unable to prevent...
  • Page 67 Within the limits imposed by Invariably, a technical sys- Riding for a lengthy period with physics, the BMW Motorrad ABS tem cannot perform beyond the front wheel lifted off the ensures directional stability on the abilities dictated by its level ground (wheelie) any surface.The system is not...

  • Page 68: Tyre Pressure Monitoring

    The tyre-pressure readings BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to approximately 15 minutes after shown by the multifunction counteract their effects. the motorcycle comes to a stop. display are temperature- compensated; the reference tyre...
  • Page 69 Pressure adaptation Compare the RDC readings on the multifunction display with the value in the table on the inside cover of the Rider's Manual. Then use the air line to compensate for the difference between the RDC reading and the value in the table. Example: according to the Rider's Manual, tyre pressure should be 2.5 bar, but the...

  • Page 71: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....70 Power sockets ..... . 70 Luggage .

  • Page 72: General Instructions

    BMW parts, accessor- Use only parts and accessor- obstruct handling. ies and other products. ies approved by BMW for your The cables must not be You can check out the entire motorcycle. trapped.

  • Page 73: Luggage

    Luggage The power supply to the sock- ets is switched off no more Lashing luggage than 15 minutes after the igni- Remove the seat ( 49). tion is switched off, in order to prevent overloading of the on- board electrics. Low-wattage electrical accessories might not be recognised by the vehicle’s electronics.
  • Page 74 Opening topcase Pull the release lever all the way up. The lid of the topcase opens. Closing topcase Push release lever 1 down until it engages. OPEN Turn the key to the Turn the key in the topcase sition in the topcase lock. LOCK lock to the position and...
  • Page 75 Removing the topcase Pull handle 1 up as far as it will Hook the topcase into position on the luggage carrier. Make Turn the key to the sure that hooks 4 are securely Lift the topcase at the rear and RELEASE position in the seated in the corresponding...
  • Page 76 Push handle 3 down until it engages. Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....76 Toolkit ......76 Engine oil .

  • Page 78: General Instructions

    Further information on mainten- Screwdriver handle Removing body panels. ance and repair works is available Open-ended spanner from your BMW Motorrad author- Width across flats 17 ised dealer in the form of a DVD. Adjust the mirror arm 45). Some of the work requires spe-...

  • Page 79: Engine Oil

    Wipe the area around the oil filler neck clean. Allow the engine to idle until BMW Motorrad has assembled the fan starts up, then allow it The motorcycle can topple a service toolkit that is ideal for to idle one minute longer.
  • Page 80 If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Use a dry cloth to wipe gauge Engine oil, specified level length 2 clean. Install the oil dipstick.

  • Page 81: Brake System

    Viewing direc- can result if it is operated specialist workshop, preferably tion: between wheel and front without enough oil, but the same an authorised BMW Motorrad suspension toward brake cal- also applies if the oil level is too dealer. ipers 1.
  • Page 82 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Visually inspect the brake pads Brake-pad wear limit, BMW Motorrad dealer. to ascertain their thickness. front Viewing direction: from the rear Check rear brake pad toward brake caliper 1.
  • Page 83 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Brake-pad wear limit, BMW Motorrad dealer. rear Check brake-fluid level, min 1.0 mm (Friction pad front brakes only, without backing plate. A low fluid level in the...
  • Page 84 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 85: Coolant

    Topping up coolant the expansion tank. Have the defect rectified as Remove the right side panel quickly as possible by a spe- 101). cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 86: Clutch

    Adjust clutch play ( 84). Have the clutch checked by a Adjust clutch play specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the clutch play Open cap 1 of the expansion tank. Top up coolant to specified level.

  • Page 87: Rims And Tyres

    The locations of the Switch the ignition off and se- marks are indicated on the edge ised BMW Motorrad dealer. lect neutral. of the tyre, e.g. by the letters TI, Clean the drive chain with a Check the tyre tread TWI or by an arrow.
  • Page 88 Check chain sag Chain deflection Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. 30...40 mm (Motorcycle with no weight applied, supported Turn the rear wheel until it reaches the position with the on its side stand) lowest amount of chain sag.

  • Page 89: Wheels

    1 to the specified tight- that it certifies as roadworthy. If ening torque. BMW Motorrad has not approved the wheels and tyres, it cannot Rear quick-release axle assess their suitability or provide in swinging arm any guarantee of road safety.
  • Page 90 If you decide that you would like Be sure to explain to the au- the speed sensor from its bore. to fit non-standard wheels to thorised BMW Motorrad dealer your motorcycle, it is very im- or the specialist workshop that portant to consult a specialist...
  • Page 91 Raise front of motorcycle until the front wheel can turn freely. BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle. Force the brake pads 3 slightly Once the calipers have Install the front-wheel stand...
  • Page 92 Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Remove spacing bushing 3 from the left-hand side of the wheel hub. Raise the front wheel, insert...
  • Page 93 Remove the rear wheel Clamp of quick-release Brake caliper on fork leg axle 20 Nm 30 Nm Remove the front-wheel stand. Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim. without centre stand Operate the brake several Remove the auxiliary stand. times until the brake pads are bedded.
  • Page 94 Roll the rear wheel as far Always have the security of the forward as possible and fasteners checked by a specialist disengage chain 8 from the workshop, preferably an author- sprocket. ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 95 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 Install nut 2, but do not tighten quick-release axle 6 in the it at this point.

  • Page 96: Front-Wheel Stand

    Place the motorcycle on an aux- Slacken adjusting screws 1. iliary stand before lifting the front Push the two adapters 2 apart wheel with the BMW Motorrad until the front forks fit between front-wheel stand. them. Adjust the adapter studs to suit the front suspension.

  • Page 97: Lighting

    Make sure the motorcycle is standing firmly. Lighting Replacing bulbs for low- beam headlight and high- beam headlight Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Apply uniform pressure to push Disconnect plug 3. cycle on its stand. the front-wheel stand down Switch off the ignition.
  • Page 98 Replacing bulb for parking Replace the defective bulb. Close and lock spring clips 4. light 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 99 Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Remove bulb 3 for the parking Insert parking light 3 into the light from the bulb housing.
  • Page 100 Replacing bulb for brake light and rear light Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition. Remove bulb 2 for the brake Install bulb 2 for the brake light light and rear light.
  • Page 101 R10W / 12 V / 10 W Consult a specialist workshop, with white turn indicators preferably an authorised RY10W / 12 V / 10 W BMW Motorrad dealer. Replacing bulbs for front Bulbs for flashing turn Pull the glass out of the bulb indicators, rear...

  • Page 102: Body Panels

    Consult a centre trim panel. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Working from the inboard side, insert the glass into the bulb housing and close the housing.
  • Page 103 Installing centre trim panel Install four screws 1 on left and Remove circlip 1. right. Install the seat ( 49). Slip the centre trim panel un- derneath the left and right side Removing right side panel panels at position 2 and then Remove the centre trim panel seat it in guides 3 on left and 100).
  • Page 104 Installing right side panel Remove screw 3. Install screw 2. Raise the side panel slightly at Begin by positioning the side the rear and then work it to the panel on retaining pin 4, then side to remove. swing it down and snap it into mounts 5 and 6.

  • Page 105: Jump Starting

    Jump starting donor vehicle has a voltage rating Then connect one end of the of 12 V. black jump lead to the negat- The wires leading to the ive terminal of the donor bat- Remove the centre trim panel power socket do not have tery and the other end to the 100).

  • Page 106: Battery

    Do not top up with water. electrics. battery from the motorcycle's Be sure to read and comply Use suitable BMW chargers. The on-board systems. You can ob- with the instructions for char-...
  • Page 107 The battery has to be re- your authorised BMW Motorrad when this happens. charged at regular intervals dealer. in the course of a lengthy period Comply with the operating in- of disuse.
  • Page 108 3. sequence increases the risk shop, preferably an authorised of short-circuits. Connection in the wrong BMW Motorrad dealer. Always proceed in the correct sequence increases the risk sequence. of short-circuits. Switch off the ignition.

  • Page 109: Care

    Care Care products ..... 108 Washing motorcycle ....108 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 110: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends brakes might not take effect that you use BMW insect re- that you use the cleaning immediately. and care products you can mover to soften and wash off...

  • Page 111: Paint Care

    We recommend products. BMW Motorrad BMW vehicle Chrome parts Using silicone sprays for polish or BMW paint cleaner for the care of rubber seals can Use plenty of water and BMW this purpose. cause damage. shampoo to clean chrome, par-...

  • Page 112: Laying Up Motorcycle

    Protective wax coating specks of tar be removed with BMW tar remover and the parts If water is no longer forming treated with this product should beads on the paint surface, it subsequently be waxed. must be waxed. BMW Motorrad recommends...

  • Page 113: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 112 Riding specifications ....123 Threaded fasteners ....113 Engine .

  • Page 114: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear engaged Select neutral or retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 59).

  • Page 115: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on fork leg M10 x 1.25 x 35 - 10.9 30 Nm Clamp of quick-release axle M8 x 40 20 Nm Quick-release axle in fork leg M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Locknut of the final-drive chain...
  • Page 116 Mirrors Value Valid Locknut (mirror) to clamping piece M14 x 1 20 Nm Multi-Wax spray Headlight Value Valid Headlight to headlight bracket M8 x 16 8 Nm...

  • Page 117: Engine

    Engine Engine design Two-cylinder four-stroke, DOHC with chain-and- sprocket drive, 4 valves operated by cam follow- ers, balancing conrod, liquid-cooled cylinders and heads, integral water pump, 6-speed gearbox and dry sump lubrication Displacement 798 cm Cylinder bore 82 mm Piston stroke 75.6 mm Compression ratio 12 : 1...

  • Page 118: Fuel

    16 l Fuel reserve approx. 3 l BMW recommends BP fuels Engine oil Engine oil, capacity 3 l, with filter change Products recommended by BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad High Performance oil SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 BMW recommends...

  • Page 119: Clutch

    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 120: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 20 / 47 Running gear Front wheel Type of front suspension Telescopic forks Spring travel, front 125 mm, at wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Type of rear suspension Direct-acting central spring strut with adjustable...

  • Page 121: Brakes

    Brake-pad material, rear Sintered metal 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 Cast aluminium, MT H2 Front wheel rim size 3.50"...

  • Page 122: Electrics

    Rear wheel Rear wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2 Rear wheel rim size 5.5" x 17" Tyre designation, rear 180 / 55 ZR 17 Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, tyre cold Electrics Electrical rating of on-board sockets 5 A, One on-board socket...
  • Page 123 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 124: Frame

    Frame Frame type Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steel rear frame Type plate location Steering head, right Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Steering head, right Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2145 mm Height of motorcycle 1150 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 905 mm, across mirrors without mirrors Front-seat height...

  • Page 125: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 199 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 405 kg Maximum payload 206 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h with reduced power output, 35 kW 170 km/h with reduced power output, 25 kW 155 km/h...

  • Page 127: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 126 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ......126 Maintenance work .

  • Page 128: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad dealer. services BMW Motorrad has an extensive network of dealerships in place As owner of a new BMW In order to help ensure that your to look after you and your mo- motorcycle, in circumstances BMW is always in optimum...
  • Page 129 1000 km BMW Service in advance when the time for a The BMW Service is carried out service is approaching, on the once a year; the extent of ser- basis of the programmed values.

  • Page 130: 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 131 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 132 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 133 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 134 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 135: 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 136 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 137: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate ......136...

  • Page 138: Certificate

    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 139: Index

    Position on the motorcycle, 15 Clock Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Adjusting, 37 Removal, 105 Control, 18 Technical data, 120 Engineering details, 64 Clutch Brake fluid Self-diagnosis, 55 Adjusting handlebar lever, 44 Checking fluid level, front, 81 Warnings, 31 Adjusting play, 84 Checking fluid level, rear, 82 Accessories Checking operation, 84...
  • Page 140 Front-wheel stand Electrics Hazard warning flashers Installing, 94 Technical data, 120 Control, 16 Fuel Emergency off switch (kill Filler neck, 13 Operation, 42 switch), 17 Refuelling, 59 Headlight Operation, 42 Technical data, 116 Adjusting headlight beam Engine throw, 48 Fuel reserve Starting, 54 Distance covered, 23 Adjustment for driving on left/...
  • Page 141 Low-beam headlight, 41 Multifunction display, 18 Jump starting, 103 Control, 16 Parking lights, operating, 41 Meaning of symbols, 21 Side light, 40 Overview, 20 Luggage Keys, 36 Select display, 38 Instructions for loading, 52 Multifunction switch lashing, 71 General view, left side, 16 Lighting Lashing, 71 Replacing bulb for brake light...
  • Page 142 Redline warning Spark plugs Engine oil, 116 Switching on, 56 Technical data, 121 Frame, 122 Warning light, 18 Speedometer, 18 Fuel, 116 Spring preload Refuelling, 59 Rear-wheel drive, 118 Adjuster, 13 Rev. counter, 18 Running gear, 118 Adjusting, 45 Rider's Manual Spark plugs, 121 Position on the motorcycle, 14 Tools, 14...
  • Page 143 Turn indicators Remove the rear wheel, 91 Warning lights, 18 Control, 16 Removing front wheel, 88 Overview, 22 Operation, 41 Technical data, 119 Warnings Type plate ABS, 31 Position on the motorcycle, 13 Anti-theft alarm, 30 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Bulb defect, 29 Adhesive label for rim, 88 Coolant temperature, 28...
  • Page 144 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. ©2013 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Reprinting, even only in extracts, is only permitted with written au- thorization by BMW Motorrad, Aftersales.
  • Page 145 Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l Fuel reserve approx. 3 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, tyre cold BMW recommends *01418550171* Order No.: 01 41 8 550 171 08.2013, 6th edition, 01...

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