Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS 2020
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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL R 1250 GS MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
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Vehicle data Model Vehicle identification number Color number First registration License plate Retailer data Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Phone number Retailer's address/Phone (company stamp)
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YOUR BMW. We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the family of BMW riders. Familiarize your- self with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confi- dently in all traffic situations.
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GENERAL INSTRUC- OPERATION TIONS Ignition switch/steer- Overview ing lock Abbreviations and sym- Ignition with Key- bols less Ride Equipment Emergency-off switch Technical data Lights Timeliness of the status Hazard warning lights Turn indicators of this manual Traction control (DTC) Additional sources of Electronic chassis and information suspension adjustment...
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Displaying license in- TECHNOLOGY IN formation DETAIL General notes SETTING Anti-lock braking sys- tem (ABS) Mirrors Traction control Headlight (DTC) Windshield Dynamic engine Clutch brake control (MSR) Gearshift lever Dynamic ESA Brake Riding mode Footrests Dynamic Brake Con- Handlebars trol Seats Tire pressure control Spring preload...
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Cases Topcase SERVICE Navigation system Reporting safety de- fects CARE BMW Motorrad Service Care products BMW Motorrad Elec- Washing your motor- tronic service history cycle (eSH) Cleaning sensitive BMW Motorrad Mo- motorcycle parts bility Services Care of paintwork Maintenance proce-...
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APPENDIX Certificate for elec- tronic immobilizer Certificate for Key- less Ride Certificate for tire pressure control Certificate for TFT instrument cluster INDEX...
OVERVIEW ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA TIMELINESS OF THE STATUS OF THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING PERMITS DATA MEMORY...
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Hazard with OVERVIEW moderate risk. Failure to This Rider's Manual has been avoid this hazard can result in designed to provide quick and death or serious injury. efficient orientation. The quick- DANGER Hazard with est way for you to find infor- high risk.
Technical data. EQUIPMENT When you ordered your National-market ver- BMW Motorrad motorcycle, sion. you chose various items of custom equipment. These Optional equipment. operating instructions describe BMW Motorrad op- optional equipment (OE) tional equipment is offered by BMW and selected already completely in- optional accessories (OA).
INFORMATION ment, national-market version BMW Motorrad retailer or country-specific measuring Your BMW Motorrad retailer is procedures. Detailed values can always happy to answer any of be obtained from the registra- your questions. tion documents or requested...
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The vehicle owner can have sonal data. a BMW Motorrad retailer or Vehicle users have the right to other qualified service partner obtain comprehensive informa- or specialist workshop read out...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS the data stored in the vehicle stored beyond the period in for a fee if required. which the vehicle is operating. The vehicle data is read out via Electronic components such the vehicle's legally mandated as control units contain com- socket for onboard diagnosis ponents for storing technical (OBD).
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The fault memory and event memory. When a vehicle is serviced, data recorder in the vehicle can such as for repairs, servicing be reset by a BMW Motorrad processes, warranty cases and retailer or other qualified quality assurance measures, service partner or specialist...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Data about the use of Inter- lected apps, such as those for net services. This data can navigation or audio playback. The way the data is processed be stored locally in the ve- further is determined by the hicle or is on a device con- provider of the particular app nected to the vehicle, such...
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er's website. The relevant legal obtained from the particular information on data privacy is service provider. also provided there. Personal data may be used in order to provide online services. The data is exchanged over a se- cure connection, i.e. with the vehicle manufacturer's IT sys- tems which are intended for this purpose.
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OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Fuel filler opening 134) 12V socket Seat lock ( 113) Adjuster for rear damp- ing (at the bottom on the spring strut) ( 117) Tire pressure table (behind the side trim panel)
OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Adjuster for spring Coolant level indicator preload, rear ( 116) 171) Coolant tank ( 172) Air filter (under the center Oil filler opening ( 166) trim panel) ( 181) Engine oil indicator Brake fluid reservoir 165) for front wheel brake 10 Behind the side trim panel: 169)
MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High beams and headlight Rocker button MENU flasher ( with speed control 10 Multi-Controller Adaptive cruise control Operating elements 72). Hazard warning lights DTC ( with Dynamic ESA Dynamic ESA adjustment options ( with additional head- light Auxiliary headlights 61).
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( TFT display ( Anti-theft alarm system with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) Alarm signal ( with Keyless Ride Indicator light for radio- operated key Ignition with Keyless Ride 57). Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting)
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INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU INDICATOR LIGHTS...
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DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicator, left Operating turn indicators 62). High beams ( General warning light Turn indicator, right DTC ( ABS ( with additional head- light Auxiliary headlights 61).
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TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Hill Start Control ( 11 Clock ( Changing operating focus 12 Connection status ( 13 Muting ( 14 Operating assistance Tachometer ( 15 Passenger seat heating Driver info. status line Speedometer 16 Rider's seat heating Riding mode ( Upshift recommendation 17 Heated grips (...
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DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU Hill Start Control ( 12 Operating assistance Speedometer 13 Passenger seat heating with speed control Adaptive cruise control 14 Rider's seat heating 72). Speed Limit Info ( 15 Heated grips ( Riding mode ( 16 Outside temperature warn- Driver info.
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Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, values optimal. Layout White circle with small "i" 2: Warnings are displayed by information. means of the corresponding Yellow warning triangle 3: warning lights. warning message, value not Warnings are indicated by the optimal.
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DISPLAYS White: (---) there is no valid If the icon 2 is active, this can value. Instead of the value, be acknowledged by tilting dashes 5 are displayed. the Multi-Controller to the left. Check Control messages are The evaluation of the indi- dynamically attached as addi- vidual values is possible in tional tabs to the pages in the...
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Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside temper- ature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key outside re- in range. ception range lights up Replacing the bat- Remote key bat- yellow. tery of the key tery at 50%.
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up Anti-theft Anti-theft yellow. alarm battery alarm battery discharged discharged. Electronic oil- Engine oil level check: check level. Check engine oil level engine oil level. lights up Coolant temper- Coolant temper- red.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Tire pressure is Tire pressure outside the ap- not at set- proved tolerance point. range ( Tire Press. Monitor. Loss of pressure. " " Transmission fault lights up " " Sensor faulty yellow. or system fault lights up Battery of the tire...
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights flashes DTC self-diagno- slowly. sis not completed lights up. DTC switched off Off! Traction con- trol deacti- vated. lights up. Limited DTC Traction con- availability trol limited. lights up. DTC error Traction con- trol failure! lights up DESA fault...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Hazard warn- flashes in ing lights sys- green. tem switched on flashes in green. is displayed in Service due white. Service due! lights up is displayed in yel- Service date yellow. low. missed ( Service over- due!
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DISPLAYS Outside temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice, even TFT display. above 37 °F (3 °C) Engine heat can lead to spuri- Accident hazard ous readings the outside tem- At a low outside temper- perature when the motorcycle ature, icy conditions must...
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The vehicle voltage is too low. Have the defective key fob If you continue riding, the ve- transmitter replaced by an hicle electronics will discharge authorized BMW Motorrad the battery. retailer. Possible cause: Replacing the battery of the Consumers with high electri- key fob transmitter cal consumption, e.g.
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If the malfunction persists or BMW Motorrad Retailer. occurs without any consumers Light source defect connected, have the malfunc- lights up yellow. tion corrected as soon as...
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Tail light faulty! Have the LED light source replaced in full; for details Brake light faulty! please contact a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorized BMW Motorrad re- Rear left turn tailer. signal faulty! Rear right turn signal Anti-theft alarm battery low...
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Contact an authorized service The operation of the anti-theft facility, preferably an autho- alarm system is only ensured rized BMW Motorrad retailer. for a limited time with the mo- torcycle battery disconnected. Electronic oil-level check Contact an authorized service...
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ESA is in the Auto loading Contact an authorized work- mode. shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. If the measurement is incom- plete or the conditions speci- Coolant temperature too high fied above are not fulfilled, an lights up red.
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Have the fault corrected as preferably an authorized soon as possible by a special- BMW Motorrad retailer. ist workshop, preferably an Continued riding is possi- authorized BMW Motorrad re- ble, however it is not recom- tailer. mended. Drive malfunction Engine control failure lights up yellow.
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The engine workshop, preferably an au- is running in the emergency- thorized BMW Motorrad re- operation mode. In exceptional tailer. cases, the engine stops and can no longer be started.
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DISPLAYS Tire pressure RDC sensor is not active with tire pressure monitor (TPM) min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) In addition to the MY VEHI- (The RDC sensor does not menu window and the transmit a signal to the mo- Check Control messages, there torcycle until this minimum is also the...
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On the back cover of the rid- For further information about er's manual the BMW Motorrad tire pres- Instrument cluster in the sure control (RDC), see the TIRE view "Technology in detail" chap- PRESSURE Sign underneath the seat ter from page ( 154).
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In this case: specialist workshop for dam- Have fault eliminated at a age, preferably an authorized specialist service facility, BMW Motorrad retailer. preferably an authorized The RDC warning mes- BMW Motorrad retailer. sage can be deactivated in the off-road mode.
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TPM control unit BMW Motorrad retailer. and the sensors. Observe the TPM display in Battery of the tire pressure different surroundings. sensor weak...
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Contact an authorized service minimum speed before the facility, preferably an autho- system can check operation rized BMW Motorrad retailer. of the wheel speed sensors: Side stand monitoring faulty 3 mph (5 km/h)) Side stand monitor- Ride off slowly.
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The monitoring of the ABS Pro an authorized specialist work- function has detected a fault. shop, preferably an authorized The ABS Pro function is not BMW Motorrad retailer. available. The ABS function re- mains available. ABS only sup- ABS failure ports braking in straight-ahead lights up.
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Damage to sensors, for ex- Contact a specialist work- ample, with the resultant mal- shop, preferably an authorized functions BMW Motorrad retailer. Do not carry along any ob- jects under the rider's or DTC switched off passenger's seat. lights up.
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BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. DTC error DESA fault lights up. lights up yellow. Traction control...
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DISPLAYS Fuel down to reserve volume Hill Start Control is Fuel reserve is being used automatically deactivated up. Drive to the nearest Yellow stop symbol filling station. flashes. Possible cause: WARNING Hill Start Control was deacti- vated automatically. Rough engine running or Side stand was folded out.
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BMW Motorrad retailer. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected.
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Have service performed reg- ularly by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The operating and road safety of the vehicle remains un- changed. The best-possible value reten- tion of the vehicle is ensured.
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IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK IGNITION WITH KEYLESS RIDE EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH LIGHTS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS TURN INDICATORS TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE PRO RIDING MODE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) HEATING...
Turn Please contact a specialist the key to position 1. workshop for this purpose, Parking lights and all function preferably a BMW Motorrad circuits are switched on. retailer. Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. 124) Locking the steering lock ABS self-diagnosis is per- Turn handlebars to left.
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Ignition keys can only be obtained from an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The keys are part of an integrated...
OPERATION safety system, so the retailer case), the vehicle cannot be is under an obligation to started. If the radio-operated key con- check the legitimacy of all tinues to be missing, the igni- applications for replacement/ tion is switched off after ap- extra ignition keys.
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Ignition, lights and all function Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. circuits switched off. 124) To unlock the steering lock, ABS self-diagnosis is per- briefly press button 1. formed. ( 125) Switching on the ignition Switching off the ignition Requirement Requirement The radio-operated key is The radio-operated key is within reception range.
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Ignition keys can only be The spare key or dead ra- obtained from an authorized dio-operated key must be BMW Motorrad retailer. As the touching the rear wheel cover. radio-operated keys are part of an integrated safety system, the retailer is under an obligation...
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Remove battery 3. Period in which the en- Dispose of the old battery in gine must be started. accordance with legal reg- Then unlocking must be re- ulations. Do not dispose of peated. the battery in the household 30 s waste.
OPERATION EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH Engine is switched off Operating position Emergency-off switch LIGHTS Low-beam headlight and WARNING parking lights Operation of the emergency The parking lights come on au- ON/OFF switch when riding tomatically when the ignition is Danger of falling due to switched on.
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front door after the vehicle is parked. Parking lights Switching off the ignition 55). Press switch 1 forward to switch on high beams. Pull switch 1 toward rear to actuate headlight flasher. Headlight courtesy delay feature Immediately after switching Switch off the ignition. off the ignition, push but- ton 1 to left and hold it until the parking lamps come on.
OPERATION Starting the engine ( 124). Press button 1 to switch on the hazard warning lights. Press button 1 to switch on Ignition can be switched off. the auxiliary headlight. To switch off the hazard The indicator light for the warning flasher, switch on additional headlight lights the ignition, as required, and...
Move button 1 to the center TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) position to switch off the turn Switching the DTC function indicators. Comfort turn indicators Switching on the ignition 54). The Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) can also be deactivated while riding. When button 1 is pushed to the right or left, the turn indi- cators automatically turn off under the following conditions:...
OPERATION short time. The ABS system Possible DTC system status status remains unchanged. displayed. continues to light up. The DTC function is switched without riding modes Pro The DTC function is switched Alternatively, turn the ignition off. off and on again. Switching the DTC function with riding modes Pro More information about trac-...
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1, the chassis and Auto suspension adjustment op- Fixed maximum spring tions for damping 2 and spring preload: Max preload 3 are displayed. BMW Motorrad recom- The display automatically dis- mends the chassis Auto appears again after a short and suspension adjustment.
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Repeatedly press and hold The selection arrow 4 is dis- button 1 until the desired set- played. ting is displayed. The selection arrow 4 goes BMW Motorrad recom- away after the changeover of mends the setting. Auto the status. can be used for easier dis-...
RIDING MODE settings. Use of the riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed riding scenarios for your mo- torcycle from which you can select the one matching your situation:...
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OPERATION Standard Riding mode preselection ECO: Range-optimized riding. The available modes while riding can be preselected. RAIN: Riding on roads that are Between two and four riding slick from rain. modes can be selected at a ROAD: Riding on dry roads. time.
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how many riding modes are account of the settings made available. by the rider. : For off-road ENDURO PRO riding with knobby off-road tires, taking account of the settings made by the rider. Select riding mode Switching on the ignition 54).
OPERATION activated after approx. 2 sec- Adjusting Enduro Pro onds. with riding modes Pro The new riding mode is ac- Select PRO riding mode tivated while the vehicle is in 70). motion under the following conditions: The throttle grip is in neutral. Brake is not engaged.
The settings can be reset to Display while adjusting factory settings: (Speed Limit Info not active) Riding mode settings reset 71). Adjusting Dynamic Pro Select PRO riding mode 70). Set systems as for ENDURO PRO riding mode Riding mode settings reset Select PRO riding mode The icon 1 for the adaptive 70).
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OPERATION Switching on the adaptive The indicator light for cruise control adaptive cruise control illuminates. Requirement Cruise control is only avail- The motorcycle maintains able after switching from the your current cruising speed ENDURO or ENDURO PRO rid- and the setting is saved. ing modes.
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Decelerating is automatically deactivated for safety reasons. The indicator light for adap- tive cruise control goes out. Resuming previous cruising speed Briefly press button 1 back- ward. Speed is reduced by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the but- ton is pressed. Press button 1 back and hold.
OPERATION Switching off the adaptive Operating the cruise control Hill Start Control Requirement Vehicle is at a standstill with engine running. ATTENTION Failure of the drive-off assis- tant Risk of accident Push switch 1 to the left. Secure the vehicle through The system is switched off.
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brake lever 1 or the footbrake Operating the lever again. Hill Start Control Pro Stop symbol disappears. with riding modes Pro Requirement Alternatively, drive off in 1st Vehicle is at a standstill with or 2nd gear. engine running. For driving off with Hill Start Control, the ATTENTION throttle grip must be actuated...
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OPERATION Alternatively, apply the brake be found in the chapter for about one second after "Technology in detail": Hill Start Control function the vehicle has come to a 157) standstill, with a gradient of at least 3%. Adjust Hill Start Control Pro Green stop symbol is dis- with riding modes Pro played.
The selected setting is re- Press button 1 on the radio- tained even after the ignition operated key twice. Activation takes approximately is turned off. 30 seconds to complete. ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM Turn signals are illuminated (DWA) twice. Confirmation tone sounds Activation twice (if programmed).
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The type of alarm sound 2 flashes: motion sensor 2 can be set by an authorized 3 flashes: ignition turned on BMW Motorrad retailer. with unauthorized ignition key 4 flashes: anti-theft alarm sys- tem disconnected from vehi- cle battery...
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Deactivation The anti-theft alarm system is turned off. with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Adjust DWA Emergency-off switch in oper- Switching on the ignition ating position. 54). Turn on the ignition. Call up menu Settings Turn indicators are illuminated hicle settings Alarm once.
OPERATION Deactivate the tilt sensor The increase in power when transporting the ve- consumption caused by hicle to avoid triggering the the heated grips can drain the DWA. battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the battery : Confirmation Arming tone is inadequately charged, the...
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selected heating levels, press To switch off the heated and hold the 1 button. grips, press the button 1 repeatedly until the heated The heat level settings are grip icon 3 goes out. retained even after the ignition is turned off. Operating the heating with heated grips Operating passenger seat...
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE NAVIGATION MEDIA PHONE DISPLAY SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYING LICENSE INFORMATION...
Operate these systems or BMW Motorrad devices only if the traffic Connected App situation allows. With the BMW Motorrad Con- If necessary, stop and oper- nected App, you can call up ate the system or devices at information about the vehicle a standstill.
On some mobile devices, Functions of the Multi- e.g. with operating sys- Controller tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Turn the Multi-Controller up: Connected App must be called Move the mouse pointer up in up before using. lists. Make settings. Notice concerning current Increase volume.
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TFT DISPLAY Rocker button MENU Operating instructions in the functions main menu Navigation instructions are displayed as a dialog if the menu has Navigation not been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Briefly press the MENU up: In the menu view: move up one hierarchy level.
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Operating instructions in Show Pure Ride view submenus Press and hold the top MENU In addition to the operating in- rocker button. structions in the main menu, Switching functions on and there are additional operating instructions in submenus. Some items are preceded by a box.
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TFT DISPLAY Calling up the menu Moving the mouse pointer in lists Show Pure Ride view ( 87). Briefly press button 2 down- Calling up the menu ( 88). ward. To move the mouse pointer The following menus can be down in lists, turn the Multi- called up: Controller 1 down until the...
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Calling up the last menu used System status displays In the Pure Ride view: press The system status is displayed and hold the bottom of the in the lower menu area when a MENU rocker button. function has been switched on The last used menu is called or off.
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TFT DISPLAY played in the upper status Riding time 1 line. with tire pressure monitor Riding time 2 (TPM) In addition, information from Break 1 the tire pressure control (RDC) can be displayed. Select content of driver info. Break 2 status line ( 90).
TFT DISPLAY engine speed range display will Upshift recommendation no longer change. Range The upshift recommendation in the Pure Ride 2 view or in the status line 1 indicates the The range 1 indicates how far best time for an upshift from you can ride with the remaining an economical perspective.
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Adjusting the date format Setting the units of measurement Call up menu Settings Call up menu System settings Date Settings and time Date format System settings Units Select desired setting. The following units of measure- Confirm setting. ment can be set: Distance covered Setting the clock Pressure...
2.402 GHz and conducted only once, on initial 2.480 GHz. They can be op- contact. erated anywhere in the world On some mobile devices, without requiring a license. e.g. with operating sys- tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad...
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Connected App must be called Passenger helm. The connection status for mo- up before using. bile end devices is displayed. During the pairing process, the Connect mobile end device TFT display searches for other Perform pairing ( 95). Bluetooth-compatible devices Activate the Bluetooth func- within its reception range.
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TFT DISPLAY ing chart in the "Technical is transferred to the vehicle data" chapter may provide as- automatically. Telephone data ( 103) sistance. ( 222) If the phone book is not dis- If the Bluetooth connection played, the troubleshooting does not work as expected, chart in the "Technical data"...
MY VEHICLE Start screen Check Control display Layout ( Coolant temperature Range ( Total mileage Service display ( Rear tire pressure ( Vehicle voltage ( 186) Engine oil level ( Front tire pressure...
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TFT DISPLAY Operating instructions MY VEHICLE Check Control messages (if present) ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tire pressure monitor (TPM) TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS Further information on the tire pressure and CC messages Operating instructions 1: Tab can be found in the chapter that shows how far to the left "Displays".
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Select Service display Reset all values Reset individual values and confirm. The following values can be reset individually: Break Journey Current TRIP 1 Speed Consump. If the time remaining until Call up travel on-board the next service is less than a computer month, or if the next service is Call up on-board computer...
On some mobile devices, gine running e.g. with operating sys- Accident hazard tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Observe the relevant road Connected App must be called traffic regulations. Do not use while riding (ex- up before using.
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FAVORITES Route criteria The following criteria can be all destinations that have selected: been saved as a favorite in the BMW Motorrad Con- Route type Avoid nected app. It is not possible Select desired Route type to create new favorites on the...
Switch on or off. Shuffle Go to menu Media : Select Repeat BMW Motorrad recom- (current track), or mends setting the volume PHONE for media and conversations via mobile end devices to the max- Prerequisite imum before starting a journey.
Telephone data Making a phone call Depending on the mobile end device, telephone data is trans- ferred to the vehicle automati- cally after pairing ( 94). : List of contacts Phone book saved in the mobile end device : List of telephone Call list calls with the mobile end de- vice...
SETTING MIRRORS Mirror (locknut) on adapter Adjusting mirrors 16 lb/ft (22 Nm) (Left-hand thread) Slide protective cap 1 over screw connection. Adjusting mirrors with Option 719 Milled Parts Set Classic with Option 719 Milled Parts Move mirror into desired po- Set Storm sition by twisting.
If there are doubts as to the correct headlight range, have the adjustment checked by a specialized work- shop, preferably by an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Adjusting the headlight beam Remove screw 1 and remove throw cover 2. Requirement...
SETTING WINDSHIELD CLUTCH Adjusting the windshield Clutch WARNING Adjusting the clutch lever while driving Accident hazard Adjust the clutch lever when the motorcycle is stationary. WARNING Adjusting the windshield while driving Accident hazard Only adjust the windshield when the motorcycle is sta- tionary.
with Option 719 Milled Parts turning the foot plate into dif- Set Classic ferent positions. Remove the screw 1. with Option 719 Milled Parts Set Storm Clean the thread. Turn the foot plate 2 into the Turn the adjustment lever 1 desired position.
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SETTING with Option 719 Milled Parts Set Classic with Option 719 Milled Parts Set Storm Turn the adjustment wheel 1 into the desired position. The adjustment wheel can be turned more easily if you press the handbrake lever Turn the adjustment lever 1 forward when doing so.
Foot piece on footbrake lever 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) FOOTRESTS with Option 719 Milled Parts Set Classic with Option 719 Milled Parts The distance between the Set Storm feet and the height of the foot plate 1 can be adjusted Adjust footrests by turning them by 180°...
SETTING Remove the screw 2. Position footrest 3 on clamp- Remove clamping block 1. ing block 2. Install screws 1. Footrest on clamping block 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) Remove and install the footrest on the other side in the same way. HANDLEBARS Install clamping block 1 in the Adjustable handlebars...
Have the handlebars adjusted ATTENTION by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized Damage to components Damage to sensors, for ex- BMW Motorrad retailer. ample, with the resultant mal- SEATS functions Do not carry along any ob- Removing passenger seat jects under the rider's or Park the motorcycle, making passenger's seat.
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SETTING The passenger seat can be placed in two different seat positions. Use the two lugs 1 to place the passenger seat in the cen- ter of the mount. Rear seat position: push the passenger seat back A. Front seat position: push the passenger seat forward B.
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height adjustment in an up- wards direction. In order to adjust the low seat position, swivel the rear height adjustment 1 into posi- To adjust the low seat posi- tion 3 (identification L). tion, install the front height In order to adjust the low adjustment in direction 1 seat position, swivel the rear (identification L).
SETTING Adjusting the spring preload at the rear wheel WARNING Adjusting the spring preload while riding. Accident hazard Adjust the spring preload only when the motorcycle is Insert the rider's seat into the stationary. fixtures 1 on the left and right and place it loosely on the Park the motorcycle, making motorcycle.
To decrease spring load, turn Adjusting damping at the rear the adjustment wheel 1 in the wheel arrow direction LOW. Park the motorcycle, making sure that the ground is firm Basic setting of spring and level. preload, rear Adjust damping from the left Turn adjustment wheel as far side of the vehicle.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OBSERVE CHECKLIST ALWAYS BEFORE RIDING OFF AT EVERY THIRD REFUELING STOP STARTING BREAKING IN OFF-ROAD USE SHIFTING GEARS BRAKES PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
Your authorized your riding style accordingly. BMW Motorrad Dealer will be happy to advise you and has Test the clearance of your mo- the correct clothing for every torcycle at an angle in safe sit- purpose.
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Load with tank bag Observe maximum payload of tank rucksack. WARNING Payload of tank bag Reduced riding stability caused by overloading and uneven loading max 11 lbs (max 5 kg) Accident hazard Speed Do not exceed the gross If you ride at high speed, al- weight limit and observe the ways bear in mind that various loading information.
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RIDING Burn hazard speed for the tyres must be observed. Attach a label specifying the CAUTION maximum permissible speed in Intense heating up of engine the field of view of the instru- and exhaust system while ment cluster. riding Risk of poisoning Burn hazard Exhaust gas contains carbon After parking the motorcy-...
OBSERVE CHECKLIST ATTENTION Use the following checklist to check your motorcycle at Unburned fuel in the cat- regular intervals. alytic converter Damage to catalytic converter ALWAYS BEFORE RIDING Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter. Check operation of the brake system.
RIDING STARTING Starting the engine Turn on the ignition. Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. 124) ABS self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 125) DTC self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 126) Press starter button 1. Engage neutral, or pull back Engine starts. the clutch lever if a gear is If the engine fails to start, the engaged.
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(The motor- at a specialist workshop, cycle must reach a specified preferably an authorized minimum speed before the BMW Motorrad retailer. system can check operation ABS self-diagnosis of the wheel speed sensors: The self-diagnosis rou- 3 mph (5 km/h))
The DTC function is not The self-diagnosis routine available, as the self-diagnosis is determining whether function has not been BMW Motorrad DTC is ready completed. (To check wheel for operation. The self-diagno- speed sensors, motorcycle sis runs automatically when you must reach a minimum speed switch on the ignition.
Tires Engine break-in speeds New tires have a smooth sur- face. This must be roughened <5000 min (Mileage by riding in a restrained man- 0...621 miles (0...1000 km)) ner at various heel angles until No full throttle (Mileage the tires are run in. This run- 0...621 miles (0...1000 km)) ning in procedure is essential Observe mileage, after which...
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RIDING After riding off-road BMW Motorrad recommends ATTENTION the following after riding off- Riding on unpaved or dirty road: roads Tire pressure Increased brake pad wear Check the brake pad thick- ness more often and replace WARNING the brake pads sooner.
Gearshift Assistant Pro can cause a strong load- Gear Shift Assistant Pro change response. When downshifting using BMW Motorrad recommends the Pro Gear Shift Assis- clutch control for shifting tant, the adaptive cruise control gears in these riding circum- is automatically deactivated for stances.
Pro Locking up of the front wheel Shift assistant Pro ( 155) is prevented by BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro. BRAKES Descending mountain passes How do you achieve the shortest braking distance?
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Delayed or poorer braking ac- ABS Pro tion must be expected in the Physical riding limits following situations: When driving in the rain and WARNING through puddles. Braking in curves After washing the vehicle. Danger of falling despite When driving on roads spread ABS Pro with salt.
RIDING Use on public roads ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake ATTENTION Control help make riding your Loading of the side stand motorcycle on public roads with additional weight even safer. When braking Component damage cause by due to unexpected hazards tipping over in curves, ABS Pro prevents Do not sit on the motorcy-...
ATTENTION ATTENTION Folding in the center stand Use of Ethanol E85 as fuel Damage to the engine and in case of strong movements Component damage cause by fuel supply Do not refuel with E85, i.e. tipping over Do not sit on the vehicle fuel with an ethanol content while it is resting on the of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel.
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RIDING Refueling procedure is resting on a firm and level support surface. WARNING Fuel is highly flammable Fire and explosion hazard Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank. ATTENTION Open the protective cap 2. Component damage Unlock the fuel tank cap in a Component damage due to clockwise direction using the...
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The "usable fuel quantity" specified in the technical WARNING data is the fuel quantity, which Escaping of fuel due to ex- can be refueled if the fuel tank pansion under exposure to was completely emptied, i.e., if heat with overfilled fuel tank the engine dies off due to lack Accident hazard of fuel.
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RIDING There are 2 ways to open the Slowly pull the tab 1 of the fuel filler cap: fuel cap upward again. Within the run-on time. Fuel filler cap unlocked. After the run-on time expires. Open fuel filler cap com- pletely.
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Fuel filler cap is closed. with Keyless Ride The fuel filler cap cannot be opened. Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Position the emergency re- lease 2. Install screws 1.
RIDING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION Protect all component sur- faces against which tension- ing straps are routed against scratching. For example, use adhesive tape or soft cloths. ATTENTION Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch components, e.g. brake lines or wiring harnesses.
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Tension all tensioning straps evenly so that the vehicle is securely fastened.
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GENERAL NOTES ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL (MSR) DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL SHIFTCAM ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS...
The footbrake lever acts brake pressure, the wheels only on the rear wheel brake. begin to lock and driving BMW Motorrad Integral stability is lost, and a fall can ABS Pro adapts the brake force result. Before this situation...
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At this point in BMW Motorrad Integral time, the BMW Motorrad In- ABS Pro cannot prevent the tegral ABS Pro must assume rear wheel from lifting off the extremely low friction coef- ground.
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Apart from problems with the served. BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual riding conditions can also Reserves for safety cause a fault message to be The potentially shorter...
Further development of ABS lation in the range of the ABS to ABS Pro control is more uniform. In the past, the BMW Motorrad Advantages for the rider ABS system provided for The advantages of ABS Pro for a very high level of safety...
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BMW Motorrad Traction conditions of competitive Control may be deactivated off-road and racetrack use. automatically. BMW Motorrad DTC can be Unusual riding conditions: switched off in such instances. Riding on the rear wheel (wheelie) for a longer period. Rear wheel spinning in place...
In the DTC settings BMW Motorrad DTC. MSR DYNAMIC , the prevents this unstable driving ENDURO PRO front wheel lift-off detection state. is switched off. DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE The riding modes ENDURO CONTROL (MSR) are designed for ENDURO PRO off-road riding and are not suit- with riding modes Pro able for road operation.
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL does not have to deal with ad- cumferential velocities of the justing the vehicle load. front and rear wheel. With the When the motorcycle is started aid of more information on and while it is being driven, the the angle, the dynamic engine system monitors the compres- brake control can determine...
Load settings selection. Only up to a maxi- mum of four riding modes can Auto: Active riding position be selected at a time. compensation with automatic adjustment of spring preload For each of these riding modes, and damping a setting designed to comple- Min: Minimum spring preload ment the systems DTC, ABS Max: Maximum spring...
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Rear wheel lift-off detection Setting In the ECO, RAIN, ROAD and In the ROAD, DYNAMIC, ENDURO riding modes, the rider is given maximum sup- ENDURO and ENDURO PRO port by the rear wheel lift-off riding modes, the ABS setting detection.
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In the DTC setting ENDURO, the DTC intervenes even later Tires and is set to off-road use so In the DTC settings RAIN, that longer drifts and brief ROAD and DYNAMIC, DTC wheelies are possible at the is attuned for road use with end of curves.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL is agitated more thoroughly No drive torque at rear wheel. No brake pressure in the and burned more effectively, braking system. and the fuel consumption drops. For a changeover while riding, The ECO mode supports the the following steps must be rider by means of the ECO in- carried out: dicator and engine character-...
the bar is gray, the ECO mode Detection of emergency provides advantages with braking regard to an efficient riding Emergency braking is de- style by reducing the maximum tected when the front wheel available torque and peak brake is applied quickly and power output.
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL If the gas is shut off (throttle Minimum speed for the position <5%) during transmission of the RDC the intervention of the measured values: Dynamic Brake Control, the min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) engine torque required by Before initial reception of the the ABS brake system will be tire pressure,...
Temperature compensation Example The tire inflation pressure is temperature dependent, i.e. According to the rider's man- it increases or decreases to- ual, the tire pressure should gether with the tire air temper- have the following value: ature. The tire temperature is 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) dependent on the outside tem- The following value is dis-...
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Benefits gear change. The load factor (throttle grip position) should 70-80 % of all gear changes remain constant both prior to can be performed without using the clutch. and during execution of shifts Less movement between pi- using the Pro gearshift assis- lot and pillion due to shorter tant.
The brake pressure in the Idle speed brake system depends on the gradient. 1050 min (Engine at oper- Influence of gradient on ating temperature) brake pressure and starting behavior Release thresholds Stopping on a slight incline builds up only a small amount 1st gear of brake pressure.
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Releasing the brake when SHIFTCAM switching off the engine or Principle of ShiftCam function during timeout The motorcycle is equipped Hill Start Control is deactivated with the BMW ShiftCam tech- when the engine is switched nology - a technique for vary- off using the emergency-off ing the valve timing and the switch, when the side stand is...
mance and releases the max- around an axis, depending on imum intake valve stroke. In the angle, and compensates for order to vary the valve timing the angle of roll of the vehicle. and the valve stroke, the in- The angle of rotation is 70° take camshaft is shifted axially.
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GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT SERVICE TOOL SET FRONT-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES WHEEL RIMS AND TIRES WHEELS AIR FILTER LIGHT SOURCES JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET...
During ist workshop, preferably your installation, a new microencap- authorized BMW Motorrad re- sulated screw must be used. tailer. Therefore, before removal, ensure that you have suitable tools for cleaning the thread and have a replacement screw.
FRONT-WHEEL STAND Remove battery cover Attaching front-wheel stand 187). Open-ended wrench ATTENTION Key range: 8/10 mm Use of the BMW Motorrad Removing battery front wheel stand without an 187). additional center or auxiliary Open-ended wrench stand Key range: 14 mm...
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Use basic stand with front wheel mount. The basic stand and its accessories are avail- able through your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Align the two mounts 2 so that front suspension rests securely on them. Tighten screws 1.
Read oil level on the display 1. Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain into the oil pan. BMW Motorrad recom- mends occasionally check- ing the motor oil after a jour- ney of at least 31 mi in order to reduce the environmental impact.
Have the oil level corrected Checking engine oil level at a specialist workshop, 165). preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. ATTENTION Topping up the engine oil Use of too little or too much Park the motorcycle, making engine oil...
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Have the brakes checked at an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking the front brake pad thickness Park the motorcycle, making sure that the ground is firm and level.
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1. Have brake pads replaced at a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking the rear brake pad thickness Park the motorcycle, making sure that the ground is firm and level.
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Make sure that the lid of preferably an authorized the brake fluid reservoir is BMW Motorrad retailer. cleaned before opening. Make sure that brake fluid is used from a sealed con- tainer only. Make sure the ground is level and firm and put the motorcy- cle up on its center stand.
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If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking the rear brake fluid level Check brake fluid level at...
If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. CLUTCH Check brake fluid level at Checking clutch function brake fluid reservoir for rear Pull back the clutch lever.
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MAINTENANCE If the coolant level drops below the permitted level: Topping up coolant ( 172). Topping up coolant CAUTION Hot engine Burn hazard Remove screws 1. Maintain a safe distance from the hot engine. Do not touch the hot engine. Read the coolant level on the expansion tank 1.
Open the cap 1. Install screws 1. Add coolant up to specified level. Checking coolant level 171). Close the expansion tank cap. Install screws 1. TIRES Checking tire pressure Insert side trim panel 1 into WARNING the slots 2. Engage the clamp 3. Incorrect tire inflation pres- sure Poorer handling characteristic...
Have spokes checked by is reached. a specialist workshop, Park motorcycle, ensuring that preferably by an authorized support surface is firm and BMW Motorrad Retailer. level. Check tire tread depth in WHEELS main tread grooves with wear Effect of wheel sizes on indicators.
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ATTENTION please contact a specialist Unintentional pressing to- workshop, preferably a gether of brake pads BMW Motorrad retailer. In Component damage when some cases, the data stored mounting the brake caliper or in the control units can be when pressing the brake pads...
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Raise front of motorcy- cle, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand, continuing until the front wheel rotates freely. Attaching front-wheel stand 163). Pull out the quick-release axle 1 while supporting the front wheel. Place front wheel down and roll it forward out of the front suspension.
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Lubricate the quick-release specialized workshop, axle 1. preferably an authorized Lubricant BMW Motorrad retailer. Optimoly TA Remove front wheel stand and firmly compress front forks. Do not actuate hand- brake lever at the same time. Attaching front-wheel stand 163).
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Install screw 1 with specified Tighten right-hand axle torque. Brace quick-release clamping screw 1 with axle on the right side at the appropriate torque. same time. Clamping screw for Quick-release axle in quick-release axle in telescopic fork telescopic fork 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Remove the front-wheel Tighten left-hand axle clamp-...
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MAINTENANCE Removing rear wheel Radial brake calipers on Make sure ground is level and telescopic forks firm and place motorcycle on 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) its center stand. Remove adhesive tape from Shift into first gear. wheel rim. CAUTION WARNING Hot exhaust system Brake pads do not contact Burn hazard...
Replacing air cleaner insert Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Place rear wheel on rear wheel support. Removing the rider's seat 114). Remove screws 1, 2 and 3.
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MAINTENANCE During removal, pay attention Remove screws 1. Remove air filter cover 2. to the retaining lugs 2 and detach the holders 4 from the retaining lugs 3. Remove center fairing panel 1. Remove the frame 3. Remove the air filter insert 4. Remove screws 1.
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Put air filter cover 2 in place. When installing the retaining Install screws 1. lugs 2, observe the brackets 4 and make sure that they en- Air filter cover on intake gage into the retaining lugs 3. silencer Install the tank cover 1. Tightening sequence: Tighten crosswise 2 lb/ft (3 Nm)
If an LED light source is ATTENTION faulty, please contact a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Contact between crocodile authorized BMW Motorrad re- clips of jump leads and mo- tailer. torcycle Danger of short circuit Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends.
battery's negative terminal 3 while connecting the other ATTENTION end to the drained battery's Jump-starting with a voltage negative terminal. higher than 12 V Run the engine of the donor Damage to the motorcycle's vehicle during jump-starting. electronics Start the engine of the vehicle The battery of the donor with the drained battery in the motorcycle must have a volt-...
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A fully discharged battery battery. (battery voltage less than 12 V, indicator lights and BMW Motorrad has de- multifunction display re- veloped a trickle-charger main off when ignition is specially designed for com- switched on) must always...
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The correct charger is avail- must be recharged regularly. able through your authorized See the instructions for caring BMW Motorrad retailer. for your battery. Always fully Charge disconnected battery recharge the battery before re- via onboard socket.
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MAINTENANCE Release the negative battery Remove positive battery ca- cable 1 and rubber strap 2. ble 1 and pull out battery. Install battery If the 12-V battery is in- serted incorrectly or the terminals reversed (e.g. when jump starting), it can blow the fuse for the alternator regula- tor.
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First press retaining plate into Insert battery cover into the mounts 1 and then press mount 1 and press it into the under the battery at point 2. mount 2. Fasten negative battery ca- Install screw 1. ble 1. Setting the clock ( 93).
Sensor box Seat heating Consult the fuse assignment diagram and replace the de- fective fuse. If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Insert connector 1.
Have the fuse exchanged specialist workshop or other by a specialist workshop, authorized persons during preferably an authorized your next BMW Service ap- BMW Motorrad dealer. pointment. Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff. Refer to the vehicle manu- facturer specifications.
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MAINTENANCE Press the hook 1 and remove Plug the diagnostic socket 2 the diagnostic socket 2 by into the bracket 4. The locking mechanisms 3 pulling it upwards. engage on both sides. Connect the bracket 4 to the mount 1. Press locking mechanisms 3 on both sides.
Safety risk way use applicable in your own BMW Motorrad cannot ex- country. amine or test each product Your BMW Motorrad retailer of outside origin to ensure offers you expert advice when...
Automatic deactivation Automatic shut-off The onboard sockets are au- The USB charging sockets are tomatically switched off dur- automatically switched off un- ing starting. der the following conditions: These sockets are switched To retain the starting capabil- off approx. 15 minutes af- ity if the battery voltage is too ter switching off the ignition low.
ACCESSORIES Cables must not impede the Adjusting case volume rider. Open case and empty it. Cables must not restrict the steering angle and handling characteristics. Cables must not become trapped. CASES with case Opening case Engage swivel arm 1 into its upper end position to obtain the smallest volume.
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Press and hold yellow locking mechanism 2 and open carry- ing handle 3. ATTENTION Folding down the carrying Pull the red release lever 1 handle when the case is upwards. locked Locking mechanism 2 springs Damage to the locking tab open.
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The locking mechanism en- for riding with cases fitted, as gages. stated on the label inside the case. If you cannot find your combination of vehicle and case on the sign, contact your BMW Motorrad partner.
The following values apply for the combination described here: Maximum speed for rid- ing with Vario case max 112 mph (max 180 km/h) Payload per Vario case Push forward yellow button 1 and open topcase lid at the max 22 lbs (max 10 kg) same time.
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ACCESSORIES Closing the topcase with topcase Close topcase lid forcefully. Turn key 1 clockwise. Press and hold yellow locking mechanism 2 and open carry- ing handle 3. ATTENTION Folding down the carrying handle when the case is locked Damage to the locking tab Before folding down the carrying handle, make sure that the slot of the topcase...
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Pull back red lever 1. Push locking mechanism 1 Locking mechanism 2 springs forward until you feel resis- open. tance. Fully open the locking mecha- Then push forward locking nism. mechanism and red release lever 2 at the same time. The locking mechanism en- gages.
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ACCESSORIES authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The following values apply for the combination described here: Maximum speed when riding with loaded Vario topcase max 112 mph (max 180 km/h) ATTENTION Payload of Vario topcase Folding down the carrying handle when the case is...
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Fold up carrying handle 1 to Turn key in topcase lock to the stop. the 1 position and remove. Top speed for rid- ing with topcase 2 large, 50 l max 112 mph (max 180 km/h) Payload of topcase 2 large, 50 l max 11 lbs (max 5 kg) Hook topcase into luggage Do not exceed values for...
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ACCESSORIES circumstances, ensure that the key is not in the topcase. Press the lock cylinder 1 for- ward. The release lever 2 pops up. Press release lever 1 down Pull release lever all the way until it engages. Turn key 2 in topcase lock Topcase lid opens.
Securely fastening navigation device The navigation prepara- tion is suitable as from the BMW Motorrad Naviga- tor IV. The locking system of the Mount Cradle offers no protection against theft. Remove the navigation system...
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Turn the ignition key 1 coun- BMW Motorrad Navigator V terclockwise. and the BMW Motorrad Navi- Pull the shut-off lock 2 com- gator VI. The BMW Motorrad pletely to the left. Navigator IV does not offer all The locking mechanism 3 is options described.
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Blue- Only the latest version tooth. of the BMW Motorrad On the BMW special menu: Se- communication system is lect menu items. supported. A software update may be required for the Briefly tilt the Multi- BMW Motorrad communication Controller 1 to the left and system.
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(only displayed if route is pro- Turning increases or vided with waypoints). reduces the volume of a My Motorcycle BMW Motorrad communi- Turn: Changes the number of cation system connected via data displayed. Bluetooth. Tapping a data field on the...
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Security settings A list of all warning messages The BMW Motorrad Naviga- is opened by pressing on the tor V and the BMW Motorrad warning triangle with more Navigator VI can be secured than one message. against unauthorized use with Additional information is a four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock).
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ACCESSORIES once the Navigator GPS re- ceiver is cradled on the mo- torcycle and the ignition is switched on you will receive a prompt asking whether the motorcycle should be added to the list of secure vehicles. If you confirm this question by answering "yes", then the Navigator will save the vehicle identification number of this...
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING YOUR MOTORCYCLE CLEANING SENSITIVE MOTORCYCLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...
BMW Motorrad recommends products available at your au- that you use BMW Insect Re- thorized BMW Motorrad re- mover to soften and wash off tailer. BMW Care Products insects and stubborn dirt from have been materials tested, lab-...
Fairings and panels to hydraulic brake system, to Clean trim panel components the electrical system and the with water and BMW Motorrad seat solvent cleaner. Exercise caution when using Windshields and lenses are high-pressure or steam-jet manufactured in plastic devices.
This is required in particular for CARE OF PAINTWORK removing road salt. Washing the motorcycle reg- Use BMW Motorrad metal pol- ularly will help counteract the ish for additional treatment. long-term effects of substances Radiator that damage the paint, espe-...
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear Retract side stand. engaged Gear engaged and clutch not Place transmission in neutral or disengaged disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling procedure ( 134).
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103). Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile end device be- transferred.
TECHNICAL DATA THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in telescopic fork M12 x 20 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Radial brake calipers on telescopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Wheel speed sensor...
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Mirrors Value Valid Mirror on handlebars M10 x 30 18 lb/ft (25 Nm) M10 x 50 18 lb/ft (25 Nm) with hand protection Gearshift lever Value Valid Foot piece to gearshift lever M6 x 20 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) micro-encapsulated Footbrake lever Value Valid...
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TECHNICAL DATA Handlebars Value Valid Clamping block (han- dlebar clamp) to fork bridge M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: tighten to block at front in direction of travel 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
FUEL Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max 15% ethanol, E10/E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption). (max 15% ethanol, E10/E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx.
JASO MA2, Additives (for instance, molybdenum- based substances) are prohibited, because they would attack the coatings on engine components, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.8 quarts (max 0.8 l), Difference between MIN...
Compression ratio 12.5:1 Nominal capacity 134 hp (100 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min Torque 105 lb/ft (143 Nm), at engine speed: 6250 min Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Idle speed 1050 min , Engine at operat- ing temperature CLUTCH Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch, slip-...
REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear-wheel guide Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Par- alever Gear ratio of rear-wheel drive 2.91 (32:11 teeth) Rear axle differential oil SAE 70W-80, above 5 °C and below 5 °C...
SUSPENSION Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, upper fork bridge tilt decoupled, leading link mounted in engine and on telescopic fork, centrally posi- tioned spring strut supported on leading link and frame Design of the front-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring with Dynamic ESA...
TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Type of rear-wheel guide Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Par- alever Design of rear-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring, adjustable rebound- stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESA Central spring strut with coil...
WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combina- An overview of the current tions tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw- motorrad.com. Speed category of front/rear V, minimum requirement: tires 149 mph (240 km/h)
Fuse carrier 50 A, Fuse 1: Voltage regula- Battery Battery design AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery, maintenance-free with M Lightweight battery Lithium ion battery Battery voltage 12 V with M Lightweight battery 12 V Battery capacity 14 Ah with M Lightweight battery 10 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and...
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 86.9 in (2207 mm), over splash guard Motorcycle height 56.3...58.7 in (1430...1490 mm), over windshield, at DIN un- loaded vehicle weight with Style Rallye 52.4...54.3 in (1330...1380 mm), with lowered over windshield, at DIN un- with passenger package, loaded vehicle weight with Style Rallye...
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with Style Rallye 57.1...59.4 in (1450...1510 mm), with passenger package over windshield, at DIN un- with sports suspension loaded vehicle weight Motorcycle width 37.5 in (952 mm), with mir- rors with hand protection 38.6 in (980 mm), with hand protector 35.2 in (895 mm), without mounted parts Front-seat height...
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TECHNICAL DATA with passenger package 34.3...35 in (870...890 mm), with sports suspension without rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with sports suspension 34.6 in (880 mm), without with Rallye seat, low rider, at DIN unloaded vehi- cle weight Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 73.6...75.2 in (1870...1910 mm), heel without rider, at DIN unloaded...
with passenger package 75.2...76.8 in (1910...1950 mm), with sports suspension without rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with sports suspension 75.6 in (1920 mm), without with Rallye seat, low rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with seat heating 75.6...76.4 in (1920...1940 mm), without rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight WEIGHTS...
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD ELECTRONIC SERVICE HISTORY (ESH) BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES BMW SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
However, the NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems between you, your autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC. You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hot- line on 1–888–327–4236 (Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting the website at...
BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE pair work confirmed in the With its worldwide retailer net- "Service" chapter in this man- work, BMW Motorrad can at- ual. Documentation confirming tend to you and your motor- regular maintenance is essen- cycle in over 100 countries tial for generous treatment of around the globe.
MAINTENANCE Service Manual. PROCEDURES Objection BMW pre-delivery check At the BMW Motorrad retailer The BMW pre-delivery check is or specialist workshop, the ve- carried out by your authorized hicle owner can object to the BMW Motorrad retailer before...
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service must be performed sooner. The service interval indicator in the display reminds you of the next service date approx. one month or 620 miles (1000 km) before the entered values. More information on the topic of service is available at: bmw-motorrad.com/service The required scope of mainte- nance work for your vehicle can...
SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Running-in check annually or every (including oil change) 6000 miles (10000 km) BMW Service Standard (whichever comes first) Scope annually or ev- Engine oil change with fil- ery 12000 miles (20000 km) (whichever Oil change in the rear comes first) bevel gears when used off-road, annu-...
The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applica- ble for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system Visual inspection of the clutch system...
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SERVICE BMW pre-delivery check BMW Running-in Check performed performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Changing brake fluid in entire system...
SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional accessories and special cam- paigns performed. Work performed Odometer Date reading...
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SERVICE Work performed Odometer Date reading...
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CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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FCC Approval Approbation de la FCC Ring aerial in the ignition Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur switch d'allumage To verify the authorization of Pour vérifier l'autorisation de the ignition key, the electronic la clé de contact, le système immobilizer exchanges d'immobilisation électronique information with the ignition échange des informations...
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Toute modification qui n'aurait qui n'aurait pas été approuvée expressément par l'organisme responsable de l'homologation peut annuler l'autorisation accordée à l'utilisateur pour utiliser le dispositif.
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Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device USA, Canada: Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and...
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USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Argentina: H-17115...
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Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose.
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The product is Iabeted with the CE marking: Velbert, October 15 th , 2013 Benjamin A. Müller Product Development Systems Car Access and Immobilization - Electronics Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert...
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Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Brazil cluster Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não For all Countries without EU tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e Technical information não pode causar interferência a BT operating frq.
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Mexico Le présent appareil est conforme La operación de este equipo está aux CNR d'Industrie Canada sujeta a las siguientes dos applicables aux appareils radio condiciones: exempts de licence. L'exploitation (1) es posible que este equipo o est autorisée aux deux conditions dispositivo no cause interferencia suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit perjudicial y...
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Thailand เครื ่ อ งโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น้ ี มี ค วามสอดคล้ อ งตามข้ อ กํ า หนดของ กทช. (This telecommunication equipments is in compliance with NTC requirements) United States (USA) This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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INDEX Brake fluid Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Checking the front fluid level, 169 Displays, 44 Checking the rear fluid Self-diagnosis, 125 level, 170 Technology in detail, 142 Front expansion tank, 15 Accessories Rear expansion tank, 15 General notes, 196 Brake pads Adaptive front lighting, 159 Checking the front, 167 Air filter...
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INDEX Removing front wheel, 176 Size change, 175 Technical Data, 233 Windshield Adjusting, 108 Adjusting element, 15...
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Werke Aktiengesellschaft your hands frequently when 80788 Munich, Germany servicing your vehicle. Reprinting, in whole or in For more information visit: part, is only permitted with www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ the written permission of passenger-vehicle BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. Original Rider's Manual, printed in Germany.
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Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max 15% ethanol, E10/E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption). (max 15% ethanol, E10/E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx.
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Huomioi seuraavat seikat käyttöohjeen lisäksi. MERKNAD Feil batterier i bilnøkkelen kan skade bilnøkkelen. Det er VAROITUS fare for materielle skader. Bytt ut utladet batteri kun med Auton avaimessa on nappiparisto. Paristot tai nappiparistot et batteri med samme spenning, størrelse og voivat joutua nieluun ja johtaa kahden tunnin sisällä...
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Suplimentar faţă de manualul de utilizare, respectaţi UPOZORNĚNÍ următoarele. Nevhodné baterie v klíči vozidla mohou klíč vozidla poškodit. Hrozí nebezpečí hmotných škod. Vybitou baterii AVERTIZARE vyměňte pouze za baterii se stejným napětím, stejnými Cheia autovehiculului conţine o baterie sub forma unui rozměry a stejnou specifikací.
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A kezelési útmutató mellett vegye figyelembe a Poleg navodil za uporabo upoštevajte še naslednje. következőket. OPOZORILO FIGYELMEZTETÉS Avtomobilski ključ ima gumbasto celico kot baterijo. V A járműkulcs egy gombelemmel működik. Az elemek, primeru, če pride do zaužitja baterije ali gumbaste celice, illetve a gombelemek lenyelhetők, és két órán belül súlyos lahko to v dveh urah povzroči resne telesne poškodbe ali vagy halálos sérüléseket okozhatnak, például belső...
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Please note the following in addition to the information Zusätzlich zur Betriebsanleitung folgendes beachten. provided in the Owner's Handbook. WARNING WARNUNG Der Fahrzeugschlüssel enthält als Batterie eine Knopfzelle. he battery inside the vehicle key is a button cell. Batteries Batterien oder Knopfzellen können verschluckt werden und or button cells can be swallowed, causing serious or even innerhalb von zwei Stunden zu schweren oder tödlichen fatal injuries within two hours, e.g.
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