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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Rider's Manual (US Model) R nineT Racer...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle Data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial operation Retailer's address/phone number (com- Number on fork bridge pany stamp)
  • Page 3 Welcome to BMW Documentation confirming per- formance of scheduled mainte- nance is a precondition for gen- Congratulations on choosing a motorcycle from BMW Motorrad erous handling of out-of-warranty claims and goodwill warranty and welcome to the community treatment. of BMW motorcycle owners and riders.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 4 Operation ....33 5 Setting ....53 Steering and ignition Mirrors .
  • Page 5 Protective wax coating ..120 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 139 Clutch ..... . . 93 Store motorcycle .
  • Page 6 14 Index ....164...

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Quick & Easy Reference

    Optional extra. NOTICE Special informa- your motorcycle. BMW Motorrad optional tion on operating and in- extras are already com- Abbreviations and specting your motorcycle as well pletely installed during...

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Rider's Manual. In addition, BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee the total absence of errors. We hope you will appreciate that no claims can be recognized based...

  • Page 11: Overviews

    Overviews General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Underneath seat ....14 Multifunction switch, left .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Check clutch function 93). Fuel filler opening Refueling ( 72). Correct loading ( 64). Secure luggage on motor- cycle ( 115). Adjusting damping on rear wheel ( 57). Power socket ( 114) Check engine oil level 87).

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Topping up engine oil 88). Checking the front brake fluid level ( 91). Vehicle identification num- Checking rear brake fluid level ( 92). Adjusting spring preload at rear wheel ( 57). Remove rider's seat 51). Removing tail-hump cover 51).

  • Page 16: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Rider's Manual (US Model) Positive battery connection point ( 107) Fuse box Replace fuses ( 110). Load capacity table Tool kit ( Diagnostic connector Removing the diagnostic connector ( 111).

  • Page 17: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High beam and headlight flasher ( Hazard warning lights sys- tem ( with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) Deactivate ABS ( 48). with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) Deactivating ASC ( 49). Turn indicators ( Horn Rocker button MENU Multifunction displays Select displays.

  • Page 18: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated grips Operating heated grips 50). Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button Starting engine ( 66).

  • Page 19: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Speedometer Indicator and warning lights Photosensor for brightness control in multifunction dis- plays with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) DWA LED ( Multifunction displays Tachometer...

  • Page 21: Displays

    Displays Indicator and warning lights ..20 Multifunction displays ....21 Warning lights ..... . 22 Service display .

  • Page 22: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Indicator and warning lights Headlight high beam indi- cator light Operate the high beam and headlight flasher 37). General warning light Shown in conjunction with warning symbols in multi- function display ( Neutral indicator light - with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ASC indicator and warning light ( Turn signal indicator light...

  • Page 23: Multifunction Displays

    Multifunction displays Onboard computer Select display readings 39). Unit Value Warning symbol Shown in conjunction with general warning light Gear indicator...

  • Page 24: Warning Lights

    Warning lights in connection with the general warning lamp 2. The universal Displays warning light lights up or flashes Warnings are displayed with ap- depending on the urgency of the propriate warning lights. warning. If several warnings are active, all of the corresponding warning lamps and warning symbols will appear in the display.
  • Page 25 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Universal warning Key symbol is dis- Electronic immobilizer is active ( light lights up. played. Universal warning Temperature sym- Coolant temperature too high ( light flashes. bol is displayed. Universal warning Engine symbol Engine in emergency-operation mode...
  • Page 26 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights ABS indicator light ABS switched off ( lights up. ABS indicator light ABS error ( lights up. ASC indicator ASC intervention ( and warning light flashes rapidly. ASC indicator ASC self-diagnosis not completed and warning light flashes slowly.
  • Page 27 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights Universal warning Symbols for fuel re- Fuel down to reserve ( light lights up. serve and odome- TRIP R displayed. Universal warning Symbol for service Service appointment has passed ( light lights up. is displayed.
  • Page 28 BMW Motorrad retailer. quickly as possible by a spe- Possible cause: cialist workshop, preferably an Coolant temperature too The engine control unit has di-...
  • Page 29 Battery symbol appears in available. an authorized BMW Motorrad the display. Retailer. Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an WARNING Possible cause: authorized service facility, The engine control unit has di-...
  • Page 30 ABS self-diagnosis not ABS switched off WARNING completed with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) Overlooking the vehicle in ABS indicator light flashes. traffic due to a defective light ABS indicator light lights source on the vehicle Possible cause: Safety risk Possible cause: Replace defective bulbs as ABS self-diagnosis rou- The ABS system has been deac-...
  • Page 31 ASC indicator and warning authorized service facility, ASC indicator and warning light lights up. preferably an authorized light flashes slowly. BMW Motorrad Retailer. Possible cause: Possible cause: ASC intervention The ASC system has been deac- with Automatic Stability Control tivated by the rider.
  • Page 32 Contact an authorized service preferably an authorized warning lamp was switched on. facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer. The odometer for the fuel BMW Motorrad retailer. reserve is reset when the fuel Anti-theft alarm system...

  • Page 33: Service Display

    Service appointment has WARNING passed Rough engine running or Universal warning light switching off of the engine lights up. due to a fuel shortage Symbol for service is dis- Accident hazard, damage to cat- played. alytic converter Do not drive to the extent that Service display the fuel tank is completely If service is due within 700 miles,...

  • Page 35: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 34 Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ......36 Lights .

  • Page 36: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Steering and ignition Switching on ignition lock Vehicle keys You will receive 2 ignition keys as well as a key to remove the tail- hump cover ( 51). Should you lose your keys, re- fer to the information regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS) Turn the ignition key to posi- 35).
  • Page 37 Light switched off. only through an authorized Handlebars not locked. NOTICE BMW Motorrad retailer. The Ignition key can now be re- keys are part of an integrated A further key attached to the moved. security system, so the retailer is...

  • Page 38: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Lights Emergency on/off The engine can be switched off easily and quickly using the switch (kill switch) Parking lights and low- emergency on/off switch. beam headlight The parking lamps come on au- tomatically when the ignition is switched on. NOTICE The parking lights are a strain on the battery.
  • Page 39 High beam and headlight flasher Immediately after switching off Immediately after turning off ignition, push button 1 to left the ignition, pull switch 1 back and hold it until parking lights and hold until the headlight Press switch 1 toward front to come on.

  • Page 40: Hazard Warning Lights System

    The hazard warning flashers Switching on ignition ( 34). can be set by an authorized place a strain on the battery. BMW Motorrad retailer. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. Switching on ignition ( 34).

  • Page 41: Display

    Display Select display readings Requirement The motorcycle is stopped. Switching on ignition ( 34). The onboard computer is dis- played. Briefly press button 1 repeat- edly until desired value is dis- played. Possible displays: Total distance covered: TRIP 1 Trip distance 1: TRIP 2 Trip distance 2: The automatic trip distance...
  • Page 42 Coolant temperature: ENGTMP CLOCK Clock: Call up the settings menu: SETUP ENTER...
  • Page 43 Selecting displays in the rotational-speed sensor Requirement The motorcycle is stopped. Switching on ignition ( 34). The onboard computer is dis- played. Briefly press button 1 repeat- edly until desired value is dis- played. Possible displays: DATE Date: Average fuel consumption: CONS1 Current fuel consumption: CONS.
  • Page 44 Resetting the trip odometer Switching on ignition ( 34). Repeatedly press button 1 Repeatedly press button 1 SPEED CONS1 briefly until is dis- briefly until is dis- played. played. Press and hold button 1 until Press and hold button 1 until the average speed 2 is reset.
  • Page 45 Repeatedly press button 1 RDTIME briefly until is dis- played. Press and hold button 1 until driving time 2 is reset.

  • Page 46: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)

    The type of alarm Turn indicators light up once. Alarm signal sound can be set by an autho- Confirmation tone sounds once rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The DWA alarm can be set off (if programmed). DWA is now switched off.

  • Page 47: Clock

    Adjust DWA Clock Switching on ignition ( 34). Set clock WARNING Adjusting the clock while rid- Accident hazard Adjust the clock only when the motorcycle is stationary. Press button 2 briefly to change the adjusted value. Switching on ignition ( 34).

  • Page 48: Date

    Press and hold button 1 to Briefly press button 1 to incre- SETUP open ment minutes. Repeatedly press button 1 Briefly press button 2 to decre- SET CLOCK briefly until ment minutes. displayed. The minutes are set. Press and hold button 2 until minutes no longer flash.

  • Page 49: Adjusting Brightness

    Adjusting brightness Press and hold button 2 until SET YEAR is displayed. Adjusting display brightness Switching on ignition ( 34). Press and hold button 2 until day 4 flashes. Briefly press button 1 to incre- Briefly press 1 to increment ment day.

  • Page 50: Antilock Brake System

    Deactivate ABS ABS indicator light lights Switching on ignition ( 34). Release button 1 within two NOTICE seconds. ABS indicator light contin- The ABS function can also be ues to be lit up. deactivated while driving. ABS is deactivated. Activating ABS Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the desired value for display brightness 3 is set.

  • Page 51: Automatic Stability Control

    Deactivating ASC The ASC setting remains un- Release button 1 within two changed. seconds. Switching on ignition ( 34). ABS indicator light goes ASC indicator and warning out, and starts to flash if NOTICE light continues to be lit up. self-diagnosis has not been com- The ASC function can also be pleted.

  • Page 52: Heated Handlebar Grips

    Operating heated grips Release button 1 within two seconds. NOTICE ASC indicator and warning light remains off or contin- The heated grips option can only ues to flash. be activated when the engine is running. ASC activated. As an alternative, the ignition NOTICE can also be switched off and then on again.

  • Page 53: Rider's Seat And Tail-Hump Cover

    Removing tail-hump cover If no further changes are made Pull rider's seat 2 toward rear the selected heating level is and remove. adopted as the setting. Installing rider's seat To turn off grip heating, press button 1 repeatedly until the heated grip symbol 2 is no longer shown in the display.

  • Page 54: Cover

    Installing tail-hump cover Open tail-hump cover Close tail-hump cover Insert tail-hump cover 1 in re- Pull backrest padding 1 up out Insert backrest padding 1 in taining bracket, ensuring that of the center of the lock. mounts 2 of the tail-hump the spacer buffers are seated cover.

  • Page 55: Setting

    Setting Mirrors ......54 Headlight ......54 Clutch .

  • Page 56: Mirrors

    BMW Motorrad try where traffic travels on the retailer. side of the road opposite to that of your home country (left-hand...

  • Page 57: Clutch

    Clutch with Option 719 Milled parts package Classic Adjusting clutch lever with Option 719 Milled parts WARNING package Storm Modified position of the clutch fluid reservoir with Option 719 Milled parts Air in the clutch system package Club Sport Do not twist the handlebar fit- ting or the handlebars.

  • Page 58: Brakes

    the handlebar grip and clutch with Option 719 Milled parts lever. package Classic Brakes with Option 719 Milled parts package Storm Adjust brake lever with Option 719 Milled parts WARNING package Club Sport Modified position of the brake fluid reservoir Rotate the adjusting screw 1 Air in the brake system into the desired position by...

  • Page 59: Spring Preload

    the handlebar grip and brake Adjust damping to changed lever. spring preload. Adjusting damping on rear Spring preload wheel ( 57). Setting Damping It is essential to set the spring Setting preload to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring Damping must be adjusted to the preload when the vehicle is heav- road conditions and the spring...
  • Page 60 Use vehicle tools to adjust Recommendation on damping via adjusting screw 1. chassis adjustment for one-up operation 11 mm (Spring preload) Turn adjusting screw clock- wise up to stop, then turn back by 1.75 turns (Damping) Recommendation on chassis adjustment for CAUTION two-up operation Adjusting the spring strut...

  • Page 61: Adjustable Footrest System

    Adjustable footrest The position of the rotor must have the same setting on the system right and left. with Option 719 Milled parts package Classic with Option 719 Milled parts package Storm with Option 719 Milled parts Install the rotor 1 in the de- package Club Sport sired position and tighten the screw 2.
  • Page 62 The footrest can only fold up- ward and slightly backward. Adjusting the footrest joint The footrest joint is adjusted in the same way on the left and right. Remove the screw 1. When ultimately installed on the rotor 2, the opening arrow Pull the footrest joint 2 from of the footrest joint 1 must the rotor 3.
  • Page 63 footrest joint and footrest adjusted by turning the foot body 3. piece into different positions. Fit screw 4. Remove the screw 2. Remove and install the footrest body on the side of the switch unit in the same way. Footrest body on footrest joint Attach the spring 1 to the eye 2 lb/ft (3 Nm)
  • Page 64 Adjusting gearshift lever foot piece Clean the thread. Turn the foot piece 1 into the desired position. The distance between the foot Install the new screw 2. and the foot piece 1 can be adjusted by turning the foot Foot piece on gearshift piece into different positions.

  • Page 65: Riding

    Riding Safety information ....64 Checklist ......66 Starting .

  • Page 66: Safety Information

    Incorrect settings of spring- of the year. Your authorized with tank bag strut and shock absorber sys- BMW Motorrad retailer will be Observe maximum payload of happy to advise you and has Unevenly distributed load tank rucksack. the correct clothing for every Loose clothing purpose.
  • Page 67 Risk of poisoning Catalytic converter Danger of overheating Exhaust fumes contain carbon If misfire causes unburned fuel ATTENTION monoxide, which is colorless and to enter the catalytic converter, odorless but highly toxic. there is a danger of overheating Engine idling for a lengthy and damage.

  • Page 68: Checklist

    Checklist Check rear brake pad thickness then a gear is engaged before 90). retracting the side stand. Observe checklist Checking the front brake fluid During cold start and at low Use the following checklist to level ( 91). temperatures: check your motorcycle at regu- Checking rear brake fluid level Pull clutch.
  • Page 69 The needle 4 for the speedome- BMW Motorrad Retailer. ter moves to the maximum speed. The needle 5 for the speed moves to the maximum speed.
  • Page 70 ABS self-diagnosis rou- The self-diagnosis routine checks The self-diagnosis routine checks tine not completed whether the BMW Motorrad In- whether the BMW Motorrad ASC tegral ABS is ready for opera- ABS is not available, as the is ready for operation. The self- tion.

  • Page 71: Running In

    Engine run-in speed authorized service facility, Check the display of all indica- preferably an authorized tor and warning lights. BMW Motorrad Retailer. <5000 min (Mileage ASC self-diagnosis rou- 0...621 miles (0...1000 km)) Running in...

  • Page 72: Brakes

    New tires have a smooth sur- Locking up of the front wheel heavier you brake, the greater face. This must be roughened is prevented by BMW Motorrad the weight transfer to the front by riding in a restrained manner ABS.

  • Page 73: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Wet, soiled brakes Brake early until the full braking WARNING action is available again. Moisture and dirt on the brake disks and the brake pads result in Lifting off of the rear wheel Parking your a decrease in the braking action. due to heavy braking motorcycle Delayed or poorer braking action...

  • Page 74: Refueling

    Refueling Switch off engine. Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %, meaning Fuel specifications "E10," may be used for refuel- Requirement ing. Ethanol should satisfy the For optimal fuel economy, the quality standards for the US gasoline should be sulfur-free or (ASTM 4806–xx) and Canada very low in sulfur content.
  • Page 75 Component damage due to over- Alternative fuel quality filled fuel tank If the fuel tank is overfilled, the excess fuel will flow into the Midgrade unleaded fuel (slight carbon canister and lead to reduction in performance component damage there. and potentially higher Only fill the fuel tank to the consumption) - premium grade lower edge of the fuel filler...

  • Page 76: Securing Motorcycle For Trans

    ing until fuel is no higher than Fuel reserve lower edge of filler neck 3. NOTICE Approx. 3.7 quarts (Approx. 3.5 l) When refueling after running on fuel reserve, the resulting total Press fuel tank cap down firmly fuel quantity must be greater to close.
  • Page 77 Fasten tensioning straps at rear ATTENTION on both sides of frame and tension. Pinching of components Tighten all straps evenly. Component damage The vehicle is pulled down Do not pinch components, against its springs with the e.g. brake lines or wiring suspension compressed harnesses.

  • Page 79: Detail

    Technology in detail General instructions ....78 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ..78 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ....... 80...

  • Page 80: General Instructions

    During extremely heavy and rapid (ABS) decelerations it is possible that surface condition. the BMW Motorrad ABS can- How does ABS work? What happens when not prevent the rear wheel from The maximum braking force that rough roads are lifting off the ground.
  • Page 81 The system is not optimized for To ensure that the gaged (burn out) the special conditions encoun- BMW Motorrad ABS is in a Heating up on the main or ad- tered under extreme weather properly maintained condition, ditional stand at idle or with...

  • Page 82: (Asc)

    In the following unusual driving WARNING limit is exceeded. conditions, the BMW Motorrad ASC may possibly switch off au- Braking in curves Special situations tomatically. Risk of accident despite ABS with Automatic Stability Control...
  • Page 83 In this case, BMW Motorrad rec- ommends switching off the ASC BMW Motorrad recommends that you respond to this condi- temporarily. tion by twisting back the throttle Bear in mind that the rear wheel...

  • Page 85: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....84 Diagnostic connector ....111 Tool kit ......84 Front wheel stand .

  • Page 86: General Instructions

    Phillips and straight ATTENTION blade Special tools and thorough spe- Adjusting damping on cialized knowledge are required Use of the BMW Motorrad rear wheel ( 57). to carry out some of the work. front wheel stand without an Replacing front and...
  • Page 87 BMW Motorrad front wheel stand. Place motorcycle on an auxil- iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- ommends the BMW Motorrad auxiliary stand. Loosen clamping bolt 1. Align two mounts 2 so that Installing rear-wheel stand 86).

  • Page 88: Rear-Wheel Stand

    Push the rear-wheel stand from available through your autho- ATTENTION the right onto the rear axle. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Apply the retaining disk from Center stand retracts if mo- the left; to do so, press the un- torcycle is lifted too high.

  • Page 89: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Check engine oil level ATTENTION Misinterpretation of the oil filling quantity, as the oil level is temperature-depen- dent (the higher the tempera- ture, the higher the oil level) Read oil level in display 1. ATTENTION Engine damage Only check the oil level after Motorcycle tips to the side a longer journey or when the when raising...

  • Page 90: Brake System

    MAX) To reduce the environmental tion to clean it. Check engine oil level ( 87). impact, BMW Motorrad recom- To be able to apply force more Install the cap 3. mends checking the engine oil easily, insert the interchange- after every journey of at least...
  • Page 91 Front brake-pad wear limit Have the brakes checked at an authorized workshop, preferably 0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only friction an authorized BMW Motorrad material without carrier plate. retailer. Wear markings (grooves) must Check front brake pad be clearly visible.)
  • Page 92 Brake disk must not be visi- support surface is firm and an authorized service facil- ble through bore hole of inner level. ity, preferably an authorized brake pad.) BMW Motorrad retailer. Brake pad wear The rear brake has a brake-pad wear indicator.
  • Page 93 Checking the front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient brake fluid in the brake-fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking performance caused by air in the brake system Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2 Align handlebars so that brake Stop riding immediately until is between the brake pads.
  • Page 94 (Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- cally. tal, motorcycle standing up- right.) If brake fluid level falls below the approved level: Have defect corrected as soon as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 95: Clutch

    Have the clutch checked by an firmly. authorized workshop, preferably Park motorcycle, ensuring that Rear brake fluid level an authorized BMW Motorrad support surface is firm and retailer. level. Brake fluid, DOT4 Tires Check tyre pressures against data below.

  • Page 96: Rims And Tires

    If the tire tread has worn preferably by an authorized Park motorcycle, ensuring that down to the level of the marks, BMW Motorrad Retailer. support surface is firm and the tire is completely worn. The level. Check tire tread depth...

  • Page 97: Wheels

    If you want to equip your when removing the brake motorcycle with different wheels, caliper. please contact a specialist service facility, preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer. In some Remove screws 1. cases the data stored in the...
  • Page 98 Loosen the left-hand brake Carefully pull brake calipers caliper 2. back and outward to remove them from brake rotors. Push brake pads 1 slightly apart by turning the brake caliper 2 back and forth against Remove screws 1. the brake rotor 3. Remove screw 2.
  • Page 99 Pull quick-release axle 3 out Remove spacer bushing 4 from cialized workshop, preferably while supporting the front the wheel hub. an authorized BMW Motorrad wheel. retailer. Install front wheel Place front wheel down and roll it forward out of the front WARNING suspension.
  • Page 100 Lift the front wheel and install Lubricant the quick-release axle 3. Optimoly TA Install the spacer bush 4. ATTENTION Front wheel installation op- posite the running direction Lubricate quick-release axle 3. Accident hazard Observe running direction ar- Lubricant rows on tire or rim. Install screw 2.
  • Page 101 Position brake caliper 2 on Position the left-hand brake Clamping screw in axle right and install screws 1. caliper 2 and install the adapter screws 1. Brake caliper on tele- Tightening sequence: tighten scopic forks Brake caliper on tele- the screws 6 times, alternating scopic forks between one and the other 28 lb/ft (38 Nm)
  • Page 102 Removing rear wheel porting wheel. Install screw 2. Raise motorcycle, preferably Fasten the cable 3 in the ATTENTION with a BMW Motorrad rear- bracket 4. wheel stand. Engage the brakes repeatedly, Using hard or sharp-edged Installing rear-wheel stand continuing until the brake pads objects near the component 86).

  • Page 103: Headlight

    Headlight Installing rear wheel Mount rear wheel from left rear and position on wheel carrier. Removing center fairing WARNING panel Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci- fications Malfunctions during control inter- ventions by ABS and ASC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and ASC chassis control...
  • Page 104 Installing the reflector Loosen screw 1 with several WARNING rotations. Position the reflector 1 behind Carefully pull reflector 2 for- the lug 2 and swivel downward. Bent clamp due to appli- ward in the lower area in direc- Align the reflector 1 in the cen- cation of force on the lamp tion arrow and lift off.

  • Page 105: Light Sources

    Installing the center trim Remove reflector ( 101). panel Press wire spring clip 1 down and swivel out of the locking to Disconnect connector 1 for the side, then fold wire spring Fit center trim panel and install high and low beams. clip up.
  • Page 106 Connect connector 2 for high and low beams. Install reflector. Installing the center trim panel 103). Replacing parking light light source Switch off ignition ( 35). Park motorcycle, ensuring that Insert light source 1 into the Remove socket 1 for side light support surface is firm and light housing.
  • Page 107 Replace defective light source. Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W To prevent contaminants from being deposited on the glass surface, always use a clean, dry cloth to hold the light source. Insert socket 1 for parking Remove the screw 1.
  • Page 108 In this case: indicators, front Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized RY10W / 12 V / 10 W BMW Motorrad retailer. Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Insert inside end of lens into To prevent contaminants from light housing and close it.

  • Page 109: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Danger of short circuit Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both CAUTION ends. Touching live parts of the ig- nition system when the en- ATTENTION gine is running Jump-starting with a voltage Electrocution higher than 12 V Do not touch parts of the igni- Damage to the motorcycle's tion system when the engine is...

  • Page 110: Battery

    Compliance with the points be- wait a few minutes before re- low is important in order to maxi- peating attempt in order to pro- BMW Motorrad has developed a mize battery life: tect starter motor and donor trickle-charger specially designed Keep surface of battery clean battery.
  • Page 111 Disconnect the battery be- from the terminals of the battery fore charging on the battery able through your authorized disconnected from the vehicle. BMW Motorrad retailer. terminals. Disconnect any devices con- Charge a disconnected battery ATTENTION nected to the socket.

  • Page 112: Fuses

    Contact a specialist workshop, Fuse assignments ( 111) preferably an authorized Install cap 3 again. Make sure BMW Motorrad retailer, if the that the locking mechanism 4 battery is faulty. engages. Slide fuse box into bracket 2 Fuses until hook 1 engages.

  • Page 113: Diagnostic Connector

    Fuse assignments rized persons during your next Fuse 2 BMW Service appointment. Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff. 7.5 A (DSC control unit, en- Refer to the vehicle manufac- gine control unit, output for turer specifications. cut-off relay, speedometer, rotational-speed sensor, alter- Removing tail-hump cover nator)
  • Page 114 nected at the diagnostic con- nector 2. Secure the data link connector Disconnect the diagnosis and information system interface. Seat diagnostic connector 2 into the bracket 3. The locks 1 engage. Installing rider's seat ( 51). Installing tail-hump cover 52).

  • Page 115: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....114 Onboard power sockets ... 114 Luggage ......115 Optional accessory .

  • Page 116: General Instructions

    The power sockets are automat- Safety risk be liable for unapproved parts ically deactivated under the fol- and accessory products of any BMW Motorrad cannot exam- lowing conditions: ine or test each product of out- kind. If the battery voltage falls below...

  • Page 117: Luggage

    Secure luggage on ment is available from your au- frame. motorcycle thorized BMW Motorrad re- You will find all BMW Motorrad tailer. optional accessories on WARNING our website: "www.bmw- motorrad.com". Reduced riding stability...

  • Page 119: Care

    Care Care products ..... 118 Washing your motorcycle ..118 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 120: Care Products

    BMW Insect Re- Brake early until the brake ro- thorized BMW Motorrad retailer. mover to soften and wash off tors and brake pads are dry. BMW Motorrad Care Products insects and stubborn dirt from...

  • Page 121: Cleaning Sensitive Motorcy

    Fairings and panels with plenty of water and a solvent Use of silicone sprays for Clean fairings and panels with cleaner from the BMW Motorrad care of rubber seals water and BMW plastic cleaner. Care Products range. This is re-...

  • Page 122: Paint Care

    Store motorcycle droppings. We recommend you use BMW Motorrad gloss polish Completely fill the motorcycle's or a BMW paint cleaning agent. fuel tank. Contamination on the paint Clean the motorcycle.

  • Page 123: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 122 Performance data ....135 Screw connections ....123 Fuel.

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended and gear is engaged. Fold in side stand. Gear is engaged and clutch is not operated. Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch. Fuel tank is empty. Refueling ( 72).

  • Page 125: Screw Connections

    Screw connections Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on telescopic forks M10 x 40 x 1.25 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Clamping screw in axle adapter M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Rear wheel Value...

  • Page 126: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel quality Normal unleaded 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Alternative fuel quality Midgrade unleaded fuel (slight reduction in per- formance and potentially higher consumption) - premium grade unleaded fuel (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89...91 AKI (95...98 ROZ/RON) 90...93 AKI Fuel level Approx.

  • Page 127: Engine Oil

    SAE 15W-50, API SJ/JASO MA2, Additives (for instance, molybdenum-based substances) are prohibited, because they would attack the coat- ings on engine components, BMW Motorrad rec- ommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro Oil Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l), Difference between...

  • Page 128: Engine

    Engine Engine number location On crankcase at lower right, below starter motor Engine type 12 2E J Engine design Air-/oil-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke opposed- twin engine with double overhead camshaft and a counterbalance shaft Displacement 1170 cc (1170 cm Cylinder bore 4 in (101 mm) Piston stroke 2.9 in (73 mm)

  • Page 129: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch design Single-plate dry clutch Transmission Transmission design Helical 6-gear transmission with integrated torsional vibration damper, claw shift via sliding sleeves Transmission gear ratios 1.737, Primary gear ratio 2.375 (38:16 teeth), 1st gear 1.696 (39:23 teeth), 2nd gear 1.296 (35:27 teeth), 3rd gear 1.065 (33:31 teeth), 4th gear 0.939 (31:33 teeth), 5th gear 0.848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 130: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2.910 (32/11 teeth) Frame Frame design Lattice-tube frame with supporting drive unit...
  • Page 131 Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound-stage damping and spring preload Spring travel at rear wheel 4.7 in (120 mm) Recommendation on chassis adjustment for one-...

  • Page 132: Brakes

    Brakes Front wheel Type of front brake Hydraulically operated two-rotor disk brake with 4- piston fixed calipers and floating brake discs Front brake pad material Sintered metal Front brake-disk thickness min 0.16 in (min 4 mm), Wear limit Rear wheel Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed brake disc...

  • Page 133: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires Speed category of front/rear tires V, minimum requirement: 149 mph (240 km/h) Front wheel Front wheel design Aluminum cast wheel with spoke wheels Spoked wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.5" x 17" Front tire designation 120/70 ZR 17 Load index for front tire Front wheel load at unladen weight 243 lbs (110 kg)

  • Page 134: Electrical System

    Load index for rear tire Rear wheel load at unladen weight 243 lbs (110 kg) Permissible rear wheel load max 661 lbs (max 300 kg) Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g) Tire inflation pressures Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), One-up and use with passen- ger, on cold tire Tire pressure, rear...
  • Page 135 Battery Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 12 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK MAR8B-JDS Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm) Bulbs Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 60/55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W...

  • Page 136: Dimensions

    Dimensions Motorcycle length 82.9 in (2105 mm), measured above rear wheel Motorcycle height 43.5 in (1105 mm), measured above mirror, at DIN unladen weight Motorcycle width 36.2 in (920 mm), measured with mirror Rider's seat height 31.7 in (805 mm), measured without rider, at DIN unladen weight Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 70.3 in (1785 mm), measured without rider, at...

  • Page 137: Performance Data

    Performance data Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

  • Page 139: Service

    Service Reporting safety defects ... 138 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 139 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......139 Maintenance procedures .

  • Page 140: Defects

    NHTSA may order the manufac- turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign. However, the NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC.

  • Page 141: Bmw Motorrad Service

    Authorized various BMW Motorrad mobility dition BMW Motorrad urges you BMW Motorrad retailers have services in the event of a break- to observe the recommended the technical information and down (e.g., BMW Roadside As-...
  • Page 142 Your The required scope of mainte- BMW Motorrad retailer confirms nance work for your motorcy- that the service has been per- cle can be found in the following formed and enters the date for maintenance schedule.

  • Page 145: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule for the first time after one year, then every two years BMW Running-in check or 24000 mls (40000 km) (including oil change) (whichever comes first) BMW Service Standard every six years or every Scope 24000 mls (40000 km) Engine oil change with fil- (whichever comes first) for the first time after one...

  • Page 146: Maintenance Confirmations

    The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Perform a vehicle test with the BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Visual inspection of hydraulic clutch system Checking steering-head bearing...
  • Page 147 BMW pre-delivery BMW Running-in check Check performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 148 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 149 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 150 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 151 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 152 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 153 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 154 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 155 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 156 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 157 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 158 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...
  • Page 159 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Next service Changing gear oil latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Replacing alternator drive belt at km Adjusting engine synchronization...

  • Page 160: Service Confirmations

    Service confirmations The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional acces- sories and special campaigns performed. Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 161 Work performed at km Date...

  • Page 163: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi- lizer ....... . 162...

  • Page 164: Immobilizer

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 165 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 166 Average fuel consumption Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 6 display: CONS, 41 Breaking in, 70 Resetting, 42 Check front, 89 Indicator and warning light, 28 Check rear, 90 Average speed Operating, 48 display: SPEED, 41 Brakes Self-diagnosis, 68 Adjusting handlebar lever, 56 Resetting, 42 Technology in detail, 78 Checking operation, 88...
  • Page 167 Clock Dimensions Frame Adjusting, 45 Technical data, 134 Technical data, 128 display: CLOCK, 39 Display Front wheel stand Adjusting brightness, 47 Clutch Mounting, 84 Adjusting handlebar lever, 55 Fuel Checking operation, 93 Filler neck, 11 Electrical system Fluid reservoir, 11 Fuel reserve, 30 Technical data, 132 Technical data, 127...
  • Page 168 Headlight Motorcycle Keys, 34 Adjusting for RHD/LHD Care, 117 traffic, 54 Cleaning, 117 Headlamp range, 54 Parking, 71 Lights Removing and installing, 101 Returning to use, 120 Control, 15 Headlight courtesy delay Storage, 120 Headlight courtesy delay feature, 37 Tying down, 74 feature, 37 Heated handlebar grips Multifunction display, 17...
  • Page 169 Onboard tool kit Rear-wheel stand Spark plugs Position on motorcycle, 14 Mounting, 86 Technical data, 133 Overview of warning Refueling, 73 Speedometer, 17, 21 indicators, 23 Rider's Manual (US Model) Spring preload Overviews Position on motorcycle, 14 Adjusting, 57 Indicator and warning lights, 20 Rider's seat Rear adjuster, 13 Instrument panel, 17...
  • Page 170 Clutch, 127 Technical data, 131 Displays, 22 Dimensions, 134 Torques, 123 Electronic engine management, 26 Electrical system, 132 Transmission Technical data, 127 Electronic immobilizer, 26 Engine, 126 Tripmeter Engine warning, 27 Engine oil, 125 display: TRIP 1, TRIP 2 or Fuel reserve, 30 Frame, 128 TRIP A, 39...
  • Page 172 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2017 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft D-80788 Munich, Germany Reprinting, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the written approval of BMW Motorrad, Af- tersales.
  • Page 173 Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Normal unleaded 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Alternative fuel quality Midgrade unleaded fuel (slight reduction in performance and potentially higher consumption) - premium grade un- leaded fuel (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89...91 AKI (95...98 ROZ/RON) 90...93 AKI Fuel level...

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