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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Rider's Manual (US Model) C 650 GT...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle Data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial registration Retailer's address/phone number (com- License plate pany stamp)
  • Page 3 Welcome to BMW We hope that you enjoy your BMW Maxi-Scooter and wish you a safe and pleasant journey Congratulations on choosing a Maxi-Scooter from BMW Motorrad and welcome BMW Motorrad. to the community of BMW motorcycle owners and riders.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Automatic Stability Control 3 Displays ....23 Indicator and warning (ASC) ..... . . 52 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 ......128 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 145 Wheels ..... . 98 BMW Motorrad Service Light sources .
  • Page 6 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ....146 Maintenance proce- dures ..... . 146 Maintenance schedule .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Manual; it is an important part of Optional extra. specting your motorcycle as well your motorcycle. as maintenance and adjustment BMW Motorrad optional procedures. extras are already com- Abbreviations and pletely installed during Indicates the end of an symbols motorcycle production.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    This Rider's Manual vehicle-specific data may vary, Anti-theft alarm. describes optional equipment for instance due to the selected (OE) offered by BMW and se- optional equipment, national-mar- Anti-Lock Brake System. lected optional accessories (OA). ket version or country-specific...

  • Page 10: Notice Concerning Current Status

    BMW Motorrad retailers Electronic control units are in- vant authorities. There are also stalled in the vehicle. Electronic Your BMW Motorrad retailer is other ways to trace data ob- control units process data re- always happy to answer any of...
  • Page 11 Qualified service partners ual cases. The vehicle owner can have a Specialist workshops BMW Motorrad retailer or other Service providers Operating data in the vehicle qualified service partner or spe- Vehicle users may request in-...
  • Page 12 The information can be read out vation of dynamic driving sys- porary. The data is not stored by a BMW Motorrad retailer or tems beyond the period in which the other qualified service partner or Information about events caus- vehicle is operating.
  • Page 13 Multimedia data, such as music recorder in the vehicle can be to the vehicle, such as smart- for playback reset by a BMW Motorrad retailer phones, are controlled using the Address book data for use in or other qualified service partner vehicle's controls.
  • Page 14 used. The range of possible Vehicle manufacturer ser- the case for legally prescribed settings depends on the vices functions. particular app and the operating In the case of the vehicle man- Services of other providers system of the mobile end device. ufacturer's online services, the When using the online services particular functions are described...

  • Page 15: Overviews

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

  • Page 17: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Brake fluid expansion tank for the rear wheel brake Fuel filler opening (under the tank cover) ( Adjustable backrest Spring preload setting Oil filler opening and oil dipstick (under the running board) (...

  • Page 19: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Brake-fluid reservoir for front brake ( Type plate (on the right of the head tube) Under the fairing side panel: Battery ( 110) Fuses ( 112) Diagnostic connector 114) Vehicle identification num- ber (on the right-hand frame tube) Coolant level indicator (through cutout in fairing...

  • Page 20: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Onboard tool kit ( Load capacity table Tire inflation pressure table Note on calibrating the Rider's Manual (US Model)

  • Page 21: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Hazard warning lights sys- tem ( Windshield ( Turn indicators ( Horn TRIP/INFO rocker switch Selecting displays ( Resetting trip odometer Resetting average data Calling up the SETUP menu (...

  • Page 22: Right

    Multifunction switch, right Heated handlebar grips Seat heating ( Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button (...

  • Page 23: Dashboard

    Dashboard Speedometer Multifunction display Warning and indicator lights ( Storage compartment Unlocking mechanism of tank cover (integrated in the ignition switch/steering lock) ( Unlocking mechanism of the seat (integrated in the ignition switch/steering lock) ( Storage compartment Power socket (in the storage compartment) 118) Connector for optional ac-...

  • Page 25: Displays

    Displays Indicator and warning lights ..24 Multifunction display ....25 Warning lights ..... . 26 Service display .

  • Page 26: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Indicator and warning lights Turn indicator, left General warning light Photodiode for recording the ambient brightness Anti-theft alarm LED Turn indicator, right ABS ( Fuel reserve ( High beam ASC (...

  • Page 27: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Fuel fill level indicator Set heating stage ( Text field for warnings Warning symbols ( Tripmeter ( Service display ( Display of distance driven since reaching fuel reserve Tachometer Onboard computer dis- plays ( Clock ( Set heating stage (...

  • Page 28: Warning Lights

    Warning lights If several warnings are active, all corresponding warning lights and Display warning symbol are displayed; Warnings are displayed with ap- warnings appear alternately. propriate warning lights. You will find an overview of the potential warnings on the follow- ing pages.
  • Page 29 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights EWS! is indicated General warning EWS active ( light shows yellow. appears on the Outside temperature warning ( display lights up Fuel down to reserve ( appears on the General warning Coolant temperature too high ( light shows red.
  • Page 30 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights General warning + LAMP! is dis- Taillight defective ( light shows yellow. played General warning + LAMP! is dis- Headlight bulb defective ( played light shows yellow. + LAMP! is dis- General warning Tail light and headlight bulb defective played light shows yellow.
  • Page 31 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights tire inflation pres- Tire inflation pressure of both tires is sures flash outside approved range ( "--" or "--:--" is Transmission error ( indicated General warning appears on the RDC sensor defective or system fault light shows yellow.
  • Page 32 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up ASC switched off ( lights up ASC error ( lights up CAL. flashes. ASC calibration not yet completed DWA! is displayed Anti-theft alarm battery low charge General warning DWA! is displayed Anti-theft alarm system battery light shows yellow.
  • Page 33 Think well ahead when driving. Have the defective ignition Refueling ( 75). key replaced, preferably by a Fuel down to reserve Coolant temperature too BMW Motorrad partner. high Fuel reserve symbol lights Outside temperature General warning light shows warning red.
  • Page 34 Engine in emergency- ATTENTION authorized workshop, preferably operation mode an authorized BMW Motorrad Riding with overheated en- General warning light lights retailer. gine up yellow. Engine damage Engine oil level too low Engine symbol appears on Be sure to observe the mea- the display.
  • Page 35 The diode taillight must be re- authorized specialist workshop, placed. Please contact a spe- preferably an authorized WARNING cialist service facility, preferably BMW Motorrad retailer. an authorized BMW Motorrad Damage to engine during Retailer. Taillight defective emergency operation Accident hazard General warning light lights Headlight bulb defective up yellow.
  • Page 36 + LAMP! is displayed. preferably an authorized Tire symbol with arrow BMW Motorrad Retailer. pointing upward is dis- played. Tail light and headlight WARNING The critical tire-inflation pressure bulb defective flashes. Overlooking the vehicle in General warning light lights Possible cause: traffic due to a defective light up yellow.
  • Page 37 Check tire for damage and facility, preferably an authorized facility, preferably an authorized suitability for continued use. BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. If it is still possible to drive with If you are unsure about the tire's If you are unsure about the tire's...
  • Page 38 Check tire for damage and age at an authorized service cialist service facility, preferably suitability for continued use. facility, preferably an authorized an authorized BMW Motorrad Are the tires still suitable for driv- BMW Motorrad retailer. retailer. ing: If you are unsure about the driv-...
  • Page 39 Possible cause: Have fault eliminated at a spe- NOTICE cialist service facility, preferably One or two RDC sensors have an authorized BMW Motorrad failed. This fault message is only shown retailer. Have fault eliminated at a spe- for a short time immediately fol- cialist service facility, preferably lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
  • Page 40 ABS error ( 81). Possible cause: Have the malfunction corrected The ASC system has been deac- as soon as possible at an au- tivated by the rider. thorized workshop, preferably Switch on ASC ( 53). an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 41 ASC warning light lights up. Contact an authorized service completed facility, preferably an authorized Finish or repeat ASC Possible cause: BMW Motorrad retailer. calibration. The ASC control unit has de- Calibrating ASC ( 54). Anti-theft alarm system tected an error.

  • Page 42: Service Display

    Contact an authorized service authorized service facility, facility, preferably an authorized preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad Retailer. Battery charge current Service display insufficient General warning light shows red. Battery symbol appears in If service is due within 700 miles, the display.

  • Page 43: Distance Traveled Since Fuel Reached Reserve Level

    Distance traveled since Oil level indicator NOTICE fuel reached reserve If the service display appears level more than a month before the service date, the current day's date must be reset in the in- strument cluster. This situa- tion can occur if the battery was disconnected.

  • Page 44: Outside Temperature

    Further information on Outside temperature The displayed tire inflation pres- BMW Motorrad RDC can be When the outside temper- sures refer to a tire air temper- found from page ( ature drops below 37 °F ature of 68 °F (20 °C).

  • Page 45: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 44 Storage compartments ... . . 59 Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ......45 Lights .

  • Page 46: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Turn the ignition key to posi- pose, preferably an authorized Ignition, lights and all electrical tion ON. BMW Motorrad retailer. circuits are switched off. The windshield moves to the Handlebars are locked. Locking handlebars driving position.

  • Page 47: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Switch off ignition Emergency on/off The engine can be switched off easily and quickly using the switch (kill switch) emergency on/off switch. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Emergency on/off switch The windshield moves to the (kill switch) Engine is switched off park position.

  • Page 48: Hazard Warning Lights System

    Hazard warning lights Pull switch 1 toward rear to NOTICE actuate headlight flasher. system The parking lights are a strain Parking lights Operate hazard warning on the battery. Do not leave the flashers Switch off ignition. ignition switched on longer than Switch on the ignition.

  • Page 49: Turn Indicators

    The following data can be dis- been reached. The defined rid- played: ing time and distance can be set Odometer by an authorized BMW Motorrad Trip odometer 1 TRIP 1 retailer. Trip odometer 2 TRIP 2...
  • Page 50 The automatic trip distance Average speed ØSPEED TRIP A is automatically reset if Average fuel consumption at least five hours have passed ØFUEL since the ignition was switched Current fuel consumption FUEL off and the date has changed. Date DATE Fuel reserve reached: Distance Oil level indicator OIL traveled since this point in time...

  • Page 51: Setup

    Briefly press TRIP 1 in each case to select the following parameter in SETUP. with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Activate alarm function of anti-theft alarm system automatically after switching off the ignition DWA ON or leave switched off DWA OFF. Press and hold down INFO 2 Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly Switch the ASC on or off ASC...

  • Page 52: Time And Date

    Speed for the operation is in SETUP max 6 mph (max 10 km/h) When the permissible speed for operation is exceeded, SETUP ends. The on-board computer is dis- played. Press and hold TRIP 1. Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly All settings are saved irrespec- until SETUP 3 is displayed.
  • Page 53 When the minutes have been set as desired, press and hold INFO 2. The minutes 6 no longer flash. Check the setting on the time display 8. The clock is now set. Press and hold TRIP 1. The on-board computer is dis- played.

  • Page 54: Automatic Stability Control

    Briefly press TRIP 1 to move Press and hold TRIP 1. SETUP ASC is displayed. the year forwards. The on-board computer is dis- Briefly press INFO 2 to move played. the year backwards. Automatic Stability When the year has been set as desired, press and hold Control (ASC) INFO 2.
  • Page 55 of the rear wheel while clear of on again, an ASC fault has oc- the ground. This is in order to curred. protect the drive train. Calibrating Switch on ASC Calibrating means that the con- Requirement trol is adapted to the effective tire radii of the front and rear The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.

  • Page 56: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)

    Calibrating ASC The menu item can only be Speed range for ASC closed by switching the ignition Requirement calibration off and on. Reduced stability reserves of the Calibration starts up and waits 19...31 mph (30...50 km/h) ASC control after tire change. for the Maxi­Scooter to be ASC is calibrated.
  • Page 57 The type of alarm (if programmed). twice (if programmed). sound can be set by an autho- DWA is now switched off. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Alarm signal Adjust DWA If a DWA alarm was activated The DWA alarm can be set off...

  • Page 58: Heated Handlebar Grips

    The following settings are avail- able: DWA ON: DWA is activated re- spectively is activated auto- matically when the ignition is switched off. DWA OFF: DWA is deactivated. Press and hold TRIP 1 to exit SETUP. The onboard computer is dis- SETUP 3 has been started.

  • Page 59: Seat Heating

    100 % heating output 100 % heating output Approx. 50 % heater out- Approx. 50 % heater out- Operating passenger seat Seat heating heater with seat heating Start engine. Operating driver's seat Press button 1 repeatedly un- NOTICE heater til desired heating level 2 is Start engine.

  • Page 60: Seat

    switch on the high heater out- Approx. 50 % heater out- put HIGH. Operate the rocker switch 1 on 100 % heating output the side with one dot, to switch on the low heater output LOW. Set the rocker switch 1 to the Seat center position, to switch off seat heating.

  • Page 61: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments Operating rear storage the helmets as shown in the picture. compartment Operating front storage Close seat. Open seat. compartments Operate the seat ( 58). NOTICE The lighting of the storage com- partment is switched on when the ignition is switched on. After switching off the ignition, the storage compartment lighting remains lit for a short time.

  • Page 63: Setting

    Setting Mirrors ......62 Headlight ......62 Windshield .

  • Page 64: Mirrors

    The parking position is approx- BMW Motorrad retailer. Headlight imately in the middle of the ad- Windshield justment range. Adjusting headlight for Automatic park position after...
  • Page 65 is higher than the parking posi- Automatic drive stops imme- tion. diately if the windshield rocker switch is operated. If the windshield encounters resistance before it reaches If the ignition is switched on its limit position the pressure- during automatic drive the sensitive finger guard system windshield moves towards the goes active.

  • Page 66: Wind Deflection Wing

    Backrest Wind deflection wing Adjusting slipstream Adjust backrest deflectors Requirement The backrest is delivered in the rearmost of three possible posi- tions. Position the mountings 4 in the required position above the seat bench 3. WARNING Adjusting the slipstream de- flectors.

  • Page 67: Brakes

    Tighten the longer screws 2 WARNING NOTICE five turns. Repeat this sequence until Adjusting the handbrake The adjusting screw is easier to the backrest is firmly secured. lever while driving. turn if you push the brake lever Here, tighten the screws only forwards.
  • Page 68 Adjusting spring preload Basic setting of spring at rear wheel preload, rear Make sure ground is level and Increase from lowest preload firm and place Maxi-Scooter on by 3 notches. (One-up without its center stand. load) Increase from lowest preload by 4 notches.

  • Page 69: Riding

    Riding Safety information ....68 Observe checklist ....70 Starting .

  • Page 70: Safety Information

    Your authorized of your Maxi-Scooter: BMW Motorrad retailer will be max 20 lbs (max 9 kg) Setting for the suspension sys- happy to advise you and has...
  • Page 71 Catalytic converter Danger of overheating WARNING If misfiring causes unburned fuel ATTENTION to enter the catalytic converter, Harmful exhaust gas there is a danger of overheating Danger of suffocation Engine idling for a lengthy and damage. Do not inhale exhaust fumes. period while at a standstill The following must be observed: Do not run the engine in...

  • Page 72: Observe Checklist

    stand is extended with engine Do not make any Check front brake pad thick- modifications. ness ( 90). running, engine stops. Checking rear brake pad thick- Observe checklist ness ( 91). Checking brake fluid level of Use the following checklist to front brake ( 93).
  • Page 73 The self-diagnosis routine completed is determining whether ABS warning light goes out. Phase 2 BMW Motorrad ABS is ready for The speedometer pointer is operation. The self-diagnosis If an ABS error is displayed after moved back. The switched-on routine runs automatically when...

  • Page 74: Riding

    The self-diagnosis routine refer to the troubleshooting ta- is determining whether ASC self-diagnosis rou- ble for help. ( 130) BMW Motorrad ASC is ready for tine not completed operation. The self-diagnosis Riding routine runs automatically when The Maxi­Scooter must reach you switch on the ignition.

  • Page 75: Breaking In

    Breaking in Brakes Extension of the braking distance, accident hazard Engine How do you achieve Brake early. the shortest stopping Drive in frequently changing distances? load ranges prior to the pre- Tires delivery check. During braking the load distri- New tires have a smooth sur- Try to do most of your rid- bution changes dynamically be- face.

  • Page 76: Park The Maxi-Scooter

    When driving in the rain and ATTENTION Locking up of the front wheel through puddles. is prevented by BMW Motorrad Poor ground conditions in After washing the vehicle. ABS. area of stand When driving on roads spread Component damage cause by with salt.

  • Page 77: Refueling

    Component damage cause by Component damage cause by Make sure the ground is level tipping over tipping over and firm and place the Maxi- Scooter on its center stand. Do not sit on the motorcycle Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is parked on the side while it is resting on the center stands.
  • Page 78 Refuel with a fuel meeting the specifications listed, continu- ing until the fuel is no higher than the lower edge of the filler neck. NOTICE If refueling is carried out after running on fuel reserve, the re- If it is difficult to move, press sulting filling capacity must be WARNING the tank cover 1 to the rear...

  • Page 79: Secure The Vehicle For Trans

    Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.1 gal (Approx. 15.5 l) Fuel reserve Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. Press the tank cover 1 into the 3 l) ATTENTION locking mechanism. Motorcycle tips to the side Secure the vehicle for when raising transportation Component damage cause by tipping over Protect all component surfaces Secure the motorcycle against...
  • Page 80 Tension all straps evenly; the motorcycle should be pulled down against its springs with the suspension compressed as much as possible. Lay the rear right tensioning ATTENTION strap around the retainer spike of the silencer and tension it. Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch components, e.g.

  • Page 81: Technology In

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

  • Page 82: General Notes

    If the maximum transferable the road. At this point in time, brake force is exceeded when the BMW Motorrad ABS must the driver increases the brake assume extremely low friction pressure, the wheels begin to coefficients (gravel, ice, snow) lock and driving stability is lost.
  • Page 83 To ensure that the the back wheel lifted off the tions encountered under extreme BMW Motorrad ABS is in a ground (wheelie) weather during off-road and race- properly maintained condition, Rear wheel rotating with the track use.

  • Page 84: Automatic Stability Control

    Reserves for safety serves at the rear wheel. The en- tended period may cause the gine management system adapts ASC of the BMW Motorrad to But remember: the potentially the engine torque when the slip switch off automatically. shorter braking distances which limit is exceeded.

  • Page 85: Tire Pressure Control

    The sensors are equipped with temperature-compensated; they In this case, BMW Motorrad rec- a centrifugal controller that sup- are adjusted for a tire air tem- ommends switching off the ASC presses transmission of the mea- perature of 68 °F (20 °C).
  • Page 86 Adjusting inflation pressure Compare the TCP/RDC value in the multifunction display with the value on the back cover of the Rider's Manual. The difference between the two values must be compensated with the tire inflation pressure tester at the filling station. Example: according to the Rider's Manual, the tire inflation pressure is to be 36 psi (2.5 bar),...

  • Page 87: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....86 Standard tool kit ....86 Front wheel stand .

  • Page 88: General Instructions

    Torx wrench T30 sories are available through your provided in the repair manual Checking engine oil level authorized BMW Motorrad re- for your vehicle on DVD, which 88). tailer. you can obtain from your Topping up coolant BMW Motorrad partner.
  • Page 89 Push mounts 3 on left and right far enough apart that front suspension fits between them. Use locating pins 4 on left and right to set front wheel stand to desired height. Center front wheel stand rela- tive to front wheel and push it against front axle.

  • Page 90: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Wipe area around oil fill loca- tion to clean it. Checking engine oil level ATTENTION Incorrect oil level display af- ter long immobilization pe- riod caused by oil collecting in the oil sump instead of the oil reservoir Remove the running board Misinterpretation of the oil capac- rest 1.
  • Page 91 Install cover 2. MAX) If oil level is above MAX mark: Have fluid level corrected by an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Specified level of engine Install oil dipstick. Between MIN and MAX marking (Engine at operating temperature, merely put the Insert the running board rest 1.

  • Page 92: Brake System

    Maxi-Scooter can of the brake pad thickness. ble.) be pushed: Viewing direction: left and Have the brakes checked at an right between wheel and front authorized workshop, preferably suspension toward brake an authorized BMW Motorrad pads 1. retailer.
  • Page 93 (Only friction material without Have brake pads replaced at carrier plate.) an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking rear brake pad thickness Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
  • Page 94 Brake-pad wear limit of ity, preferably an authorized tem, make sure that the brake parking brake pads are not worn beyond their BMW Motorrad retailer. minimum thickness. The brake disc must not be visible through the bore holes Have brake pads replaced at...
  • Page 95 Align handlebars so that brake- If brake fluid level falls below the fluid reservoir is positioned hor- approved level: izontally. Have defect corrected as soon as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 96 (Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- its center stand. pad wear. tal) 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 97: Coolant

    Coolant Topping up coolant Checking coolant level Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Setpoint setting for Take off step plate support 1. coolant in expansion tank Between MIN and MAX mark- ing (With cold engine) If coolant level drops below ap- proved level: Read off coolant level on ex-...

  • Page 98: Tires

    Tires Checking tire pressure WARNING Incorrect tire inflation pres- sure. Scooter driving characteristics impaired. ASC control character- istics impaired and tire service life Open the cap 2 of the coolant Lay on cover and install reduced. expansion tank and top up with screw 1.

  • Page 99: Rims And Tires

    Tread wear marks are integrated Tire pressure, front BMW Motorrad retailer. into the main grooves on every tire. If the tire tread has worn Check tire tread depth 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire...

  • Page 100: Wheels

    The ASC grips despite good ad- please speak to a specialized hesion workshop, and preferably a Check the wear and pressure BMW Motorrad retailer. In some of both tires. cases the data stored in the Calibrate the ASC after every tire change.
  • Page 101 BMW Motorrad retailer or tire fit- ter to the RDC sensor. Removing front wheel Remove screw 1 and take ATTENTION wheel speed sensor out of bore. Improper tire removal Mask off areas of wheel rim Damage to the RDC sensors...
  • Page 102 Install front wheel Do not actuate the brakes with Raise Maxi-Scooter at the brake caliper removed. front, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front wheel WARNING Remove screws 2 of brake stand, until the front wheel calipers on left and right.
  • Page 103 Remove front wheel stand. Quick-release axle in axle ATTENTION mount Slide the brake calipers onto Front wheel installation op- the brake rotors. 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) posite the running direction Accident hazard Tighten clamping screws 1 to Observe running direction ar- specified torque.
  • Page 104 Removing rear wheel Sensor cable wearing through Make sure that sensor cable is Make sure ground is level and routed correctly. firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Insert wheel speed sensor in bore and install screw 1. Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim.
  • Page 105 Always have the tightening torques checked by a spe- Lower rear wheel to the ground cialized workshop, preferably and roll out toward rear. an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install rear wheel Roll and mount rear wheel onto Remove screw 6 by counter- WARNING rear wheel support.
  • Page 106 counter-holding the nut on this inside. Muffler on bracket 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Fit five screws 8 and tighten Coat silencer pipe with high diagonally with specified temperature grease. torque. Push rear silencer 7 onto front silencer and hold. Rear wheel to output shaft Tightening sequence: Tighten crosswise...

  • Page 107: Light Sources

    side panel improves the align- The bolts 4 are placed in the grommets 3 . ment. Fit the screw 1. Calibrating ASC ( 54). Light sources Replacing bulbs for low- beam and high-beam headlight Place cover with bolts 4 onto grommets 3.
  • Page 108 Replace defective light source. Install the wire spring clip 4 in the retainers. Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Disconnect plug 3. To avoid leaving contamina- tion deposits on the new bulb's glass surface, always hold it by Connect plug 3.
  • Page 109 Replacing bulb for Replace defective light source. license-plate light Light source for license Make sure ground is level and plate light firm and place Maxi-Scooter on W5W 12 V 5 W its center stand. Switch off ignition. To protect the glass on the new bulb against contamina- tion, always use a clean, dry cloth to hold it;...

  • Page 110: Fairings And Panels

    Fairings and panels Removing fairing side panel Insert socket 4 into spacer 3. Remove screws 2. Open storage compartment 3. Remove the screw 1. NOTICE This description is based on the right fairing side panel, but also applies to the left fairing side panel.
  • Page 111 Install fairing side panel Pull panel from top edge out of Install screw 4 in right-hand the bracket to the position 5. storage compartment. Seat the side panel in Then slightly raise the side Close storage compartment. mounts 6. panel and remove. NOTICE This description is based on the right fairing side panel, but also...

  • Page 112: Battery

    ing the battery on the following Damage to the motorcycle's pages electronics Do not turn the battery upside Disconnect the battery be- down fore charging on the battery terminals. ATTENTION ATTENTION Discharging of the connected A fully discharged battery battery by the vehicle elec- must be charged via a power tronics (e.g.
  • Page 113 Charging a disconnected Turn off ignition. Then remove positive battery cable 2. with anti-theft alarm system battery (DWA) Remove screw 3 and take off Charge battery using a suitable mounting bracket. Switch off anti-theft alarm sys- charger. Remove battery from the tem if necessary.

  • Page 114: Fuses

    First install positive battery ca- an authorized specialized work- ble 2. Switch off ignition. shop, preferably an authorized Then install negative battery Removing fairing side panel BMW Motorrad retailer. cable 1. 108). Install the fuse Install fairing side panel 109). Set clock ( 50).

  • Page 115: Jump-Starting

    The locking mechanism should Install fairing side panel ATTENTION audibly engage. 109). Jump-starting with a voltage Jump-starting higher than 12 V Damage to the motorcycle's ATTENTION electronics The battery of the donor mo- Current too strong when torcycle must have a voltage of jump-starting the Maxi- 12 V.

  • Page 116: Data Link Connector

    Data link connector Allow engine on support mo- torcycle to run while jump- Removing the diagnostic starting. connector Start engine of vehicle with dis- Requirement charged battery in usual way; if engine does not start, wait The diagnostic connector is lo- a few minutes before repeat- cated under the fairing side panel ing attempt in order to protect...
  • Page 117 Seat diagnostic connector 2 into the bracket 3. The locks 1 engage. Install fairing side panel 109).

  • Page 119: Accessories

    Accessories General notes ..... . 118 Onboard power sockets ... 118 Topcase .

  • Page 120: General Notes

    General notes Onboard power sockets The safety, operation and suit- ability of BMW parts and ac- Information on using onboard cessory products have been CAUTION power sockets: checked extensively. Therefore, Use of products from other BMW assumes responsibility for Operating electrical acces- manufacturers these products.

  • Page 121: Topcase

    Cables must not restrict the steering angle and driving char- acteristics. Cables must not become trapped. Charger NOTICE Turn the key 1 in the topcase Pull release lever behind The power socket in the front left storage compartment is not lock to the OPEN position.
  • Page 122 Make sure that Topcase han- Turn the key 1 in the topcase Turn key in Topcase lock to dle 2 is extended. lock to the OPEN position. RELEASE position. Close Topcase lid and press Pull release lever 4 toward into locking device. Ensure that rear while simultaneously lifting no items are trapped between Topcase by carrying handle.

  • Page 123: Scooter Lock

    Topcase. If you cannot find your combi- nation of motorcycle and top- case on the label, contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer. Make sure that the topcase The following values apply to the handle 2 is folded out and the...

  • Page 124: Navigation System

    Navigation system Lock the Scooter lock and re- move the key. with navigation system Install navigation device Turn the handlebars to the left and guide the Scooter lock to the end of the handlebars. Alternatively, the Maxi-Scooter can be connected to a fixed ob- Insert the navigation device 1 ject such as a pillar.
  • Page 125 Remove navigation device Swing the navigation device 1 toward the front and press into Press the release 2. the latch mechanism 3 at the The red mark 3 indicates the upper edge. release. Navigation device engages. Remove navigation device 1. Check that the navigation de- vice is secure in the cradle.

  • Page 127: Care

    Care Care products ..... 126 Washing your motorcycle ..126 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 128: Care Products

    Brake early until the brake ro- that you use cleaning and BMW Motorrad recommends tors and brake pads are dry. care products available at your that you use BMW insect re- authorized BMW Motorrad mover to soften and wash off ATTENTION retailer. BMW CareProducts...

  • Page 129: Cleaning Sensitive Motorcycle

    Soften stubborn dirt and dead Plastics insects by covering the affected Rubber areas with a wet cloth. ATTENTION Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber protection Chrome Use of unsuitable cleaning coating agent. agents Carefully clean chrome parts Damage to plastic surfaces...

  • Page 130: Protective Wax Coating

    BMW Motorrad recommends discoloration can occur. These Returning to use BMW Motorrad high gloss polish include spilled fuel, oil, grease or agents that contain carnauba Remove the protective wax and brake fluid as well as bird or synthetic wax to protect the coating.

  • Page 131: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 130 Weights ......142 Screw connections .

  • Page 132: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended Retract side stand. Starting without actuating brake Actuate a brake lever during starting. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 75). Battery drained Charging battery ( 111).

  • Page 133: Screw Connections

    Screw connections Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in axle mount M18 x 1.5 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping screws (quick-release axle) in telescopic forks M6 x 30 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Brake caliper on fork leg M8 x 32 - 10.9...
  • Page 134 Rear wheel Value Valid End muffler on front muffler M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

  • Page 135: Fuel

    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 136: Engine

    Engine Engine number location Crankcase, on left below alternator Engine type 652EA Engine design Water-cooled 2-cylinder four-stroke engine with four rocker-arm-actuated valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts and dry-sump lubrication Displacement 647 cc (647 cm Cylinder bore 3.1 in (79 mm) Piston stroke 2.6 in (66 mm) Compression ratio...

  • Page 137: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch design Centrifugal clutch Transmission Transmission design CVT (Continously Variable Transmission) Primary gear ratio 1:1.06 Gear ratio of secondary transmission 1:3.28 Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Number of teeth of rear-wheel drive (Pinion/ 16/27 sprocket) Secondary gear ratio 1.688...

  • Page 138: Frame

    Frame Frame design Steel-tube frame with partially self-supporting drive unit, steel-tube rear frame Location of the vehicle identification number Main frame front right at bottom Location of type plate Frame at front left on steering head Chassis and suspension Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks Spring travel, front 4.5 in (115 mm), on front wheel...

  • Page 139: Brakes

    Brakes Front wheel Type of front brake Dual brake disc, rigid, diameter 270 mm, 2­piston floating calliper Front brake pad material Sintered metal Front brake-disk thickness 0.2 in (5.0 mm), New 0.18 in (4.5 mm), Wear limit Rear wheel Type of rear brake Hydraulically disk brake with 2-piston floating caliper, Service brake Cable-operated disk brake with 1-piston floating...

  • Page 140: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires Speed category of front/rear tires S, minimum requirement: 112 mph (180 km/h) Front wheel Front wheel design Aluminum cast wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 15" Front tire designation 120/70 R 15 Load index for front tire Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g) Rear wheel...

  • Page 141: Electrical System

    Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 7.5 A, Power socket in the rear storage com- partment Battery Battery design Absorbent Glass Mat Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 14 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8D-J Light sources Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W...
  • Page 142 Fuses Fuse 1 15 A, DME main relay Fuse 2 10 A, Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit Fuse 3 5 A, Alarm system (DWA)/tire pressure control (RDC) control unit, diagnostic socket, power socket in the rear storage compartment Fuse 4 4 A, Brake light switch/connector for optional ac- cessories Fuse 5...

  • Page 143: Alarm System

    Alarm system with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Activation time Approx. 30 s Alarm duration Approx. 26 s Activation time between two alarms 12 s Temperature range -40...185 °F (-40...85 °C) Operating voltage 9...16 V Dimensions Motorcycle length 88 in (2235 mm), measured across license-plate carrier Motorcycle height 55.9...60.8 in (1420...1545 mm), measured above...

  • Page 144: Weights

    Weights Vehicle curb weight 575 lbs (261 kg) Permissible front wheel load max 375 lbs (max 170 kg) Permissible rear wheel load max 606 lbs (max 275 kg) Permissible gross weight 981 lbs (445 kg) Maximum payload 406 lbs (184 kg) Performance data Top speed 112 mph (180 km/h)

  • Page 145: Service

    Reporting safety defects ... 144 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 145 BMW Motorrad Service History ..145 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services .

  • Page 146: 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 147: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad retailer. History With its worldwide dealer net- work, BMW Motorrad can attend Entries To ensure that your BMW Maxi- to you and your Maxi-Scooter in Scooter consistently remains in Maintenance work that has been over 100 countries around the...

  • Page 148: Bmw Motorrad Mobility

    BMW motorcycle with extra se- nance work for your motorcy- curity by offering a wide array of BMW service is carried out once cle can be found in the following assistance services in the event a year. The scope of the ser-...

  • Page 151: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW Running-in check (including oil change) BMW Service Standard Scope Engine oil change with fil- Replace air cleaner insert Replacing the CVT belt with rollers Replacing the chain kit Replace all spark plugs Check valve clearance Changing the transmission...

  • Page 152: Maintenance Confirmations

    Maintenance confirmations BMW Service standard scope The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Checking charging state of battery Performing the brief test using the BMW Motorrad diagnosis system...
  • Page 153 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 154 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 155 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 156 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 157 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 158 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 159 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 160 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 161 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 162 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 163 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 164 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)
  • Page 165 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Replacing air cleaner element Replace CVT belt Next service Replacing chain set latest Replacing all spark plugs Checking valve clearance or, if reached earlier Change transmission oil (during maint.)

  • Page 166: 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 167 Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 169 Appendix Certificate ......168...
  • Page 170 Certification RDC (tire pressure control / FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 Contrôle de pression des pneus) IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 EWS (electronic immobilizer / FCC ID: 2AACW-K18KMMG FCC ID: 2AACW-K19KMMG antidémarrage électronique) IC: 11117A-K18KMMG IC: 11117A-K19KMMG 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...
  • Page 171 Recharging connected Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Calibrating, 54 battery, 110 Loss of the adaptation values Removing, 111 Self-diagnosis, 71 for the radii of the tires, 98 Technical data, 139 Technology in detail, 80 Operating, 52 Warning for battery charge Warning indicators, 37 Self-diagnosis, 72 current, 40 Accessories...
  • Page 172 Bulbs Clutch Electrical system Replacing bulb for license-plate Centrifugal clutch, 72 Technical data, 139 light, 107 Technical data, 135 Emergency on/off switch (kill Replacing high-beam headlight Continuously variable switch) bulb, 105 transmission CVT, 72 Operating, 45 Replacing LED tail light, 33 Coolant Check fill level, 95 Position on motorcycle, 20...
  • Page 173 Fuses Immobilizer Electronic immobilizer, 31 Position on motorcycle, 17 EWS Warning indicator, 31 Replacing, 112 Indicator lights Overview, 24 Technical Data, 140 Fairing Instrument cluster Install fairing side panel, 109 Overview, 21 Removing fairing side Hazard warning flashers panel, 108 Control, 19 Jump-start, 113 Frame...
  • Page 174 Multifunction switch Outside temperature Maintenance General view, left, 19 Display, 42 General instructions, 86 General view, right, 20 Outside temperature Maintenance schedule, 149 warning, 31 Maintenance confirmations, 150 Overview of warning Navigation devices Maintenance intervals, 146 indicators, 27 Installing, 122 Maxi-Scooter Overviews Care, 125...
  • Page 175 Service, 145 Steering lock Electronic Service Manual, 145 Locking, 44 Display, 42 Reporting safety defects, 144 Storage compartment RDC sticker, 98 Service display, 40 front, 59 Technology in detail, 83 Settings Operating, 59 Rear-wheel drive Backrest, 64 Position on motorcycle, 21 Technical data, 135 Handbrake lever, 65 Rear, 59...
  • Page 176 Fuel, 133 Traction Control Electronic engine ASC, 82 management, 32 General notes, 7 Transmission Electronic immobilizer EWS, 31 Light sources, 139 Technical data, 135 Engine management Performance data, 142 Tripmeter system, 33 Rear-wheel drive, 135 Resetting, 48 Engine oil level, 32 Spark plugs, 139 Status indicators, 47 EWS, 31...
  • Page 177 Removing front wheel, 99 Removing rear wheel, 102 Size change, 98 Technical data, 138 Wind deflection wing Adjusting, 64 Windshield, 62 Adjusting, 63 Automatic park- and drive position, 62...
  • Page 179 80788 Munich, Germany quently when servicing your Reprints and duplication of this vehicle. work, in whole or part, are pro- For more information visit: hibited without the express writ- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ ten approval of BMW Motorrad, passenger-vehicle Aftersales.
  • Page 180 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01401615157* Order No.: 01 40 1 615 157 06.2019, 5th edition, 07...

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