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MOTORRAD
RIDER'S MANUAL
(US MODEL)
K 1600 Grand America
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) K 1600 Grand America MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
  • Page 2 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)
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 GENERAL Indicator lights INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Quick & easy reference Abbreviations and sym- Ignition switch/steer- bols ing lock Equipment Ignition with Key- Technical data less Ride Timeliness of the status Emergency-off switch of this manual Lighting Additional sources of Anti-theft alarm sys- information tem (DWA) Certificates and operat-...
  • Page 5 Bluetooth® Shifting Wi-Fi Brakes My Vehicle Parking the motorcy- Trip computer Navigation Refueling Media Securing motorcycle Telephone for transportation Programmable mem- ory buttons TECHNOLOGY IN Displaying software DETAIL version Displaying license in- General notes formation Antilock braking sys- tem (ABS) Dynamic Traction AUDIO SYSTEM Control (DTC)
  • Page 6 BMW Motorrad Care products Service Washing the vehicle BMW Motorrad Cleaning sensitive Service History vehicle parts BMW Motorrad Mo- Paint care Protective wax coat- bility Services Maintenance work Maintenance sched- Storing the motorcy- Maintenance confir- Putting the motorcy- mations...
  • Page 7 APPENDIX Certificate for TFT instrument cluster Certificate for audio system Certificate for elec- tronic immobilizer Certificate for Key- less Ride Certificate for Tire Pressure Monitor IP notice: DAB tuner INDEX...
  • Page 8 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA TIMELINESS OF THE STATUS OF THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING PERMITS DATA MEMORY...

  • Page 10: Quick & Easy Reference

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special QUICK & EASY REFERENCE instructions and pre- Chapter 2 of these operating cautionary measures. Non- instructions will provide you compliance can cause damage with an initial overview of your to the vehicle or accessories motorcycle. All maintenance and warranty claims may be and repair procedures carried denied as a result.

  • Page 11: Equipment

    Optional equipment. offered by BMW and selected BMW Motorrad op- optional accessories (OA). This tional equipment is explains why the manual may already completely in- also contain descriptions of stalled during motor- equipment which you have not cycle production. ordered. Please note, too, that your motorcycle might not be Optional accessories.

  • Page 12: Timeliness Of The Status Of This Manual

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Internet from your BMW Motorrad re- tailer or other qualified service The rider's manual for your partner or specialist workshop. vehicle, the operating and in- stallation instructions for op- The information on the vehicle tional accessories and general...
  • Page 13 Internet. locations that store the vehicle The vehicle owner can have user's personal data. a BMW Motorrad retailer or These locations may be: other qualified service partner or specialist workshop read out the data stored in the vehicle...
  • Page 14 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS The vehicle data is read out via Electronic components such the vehicle's legally mandated as control units contain com- diagnostic socket. ponents for storing technical information. This may be infor- Legal requirements for the mation about the vehicle's con- disclosure of data dition, component load, events The vehicle manufacture is re-...
  • Page 15 The fault memory and event memory. data recorder in the vehicle can When a vehicle is serviced, be reset by a BMW Motorrad such as for repairs, servicing retailer or other qualified processes, warranty cases and service partner or specialist...
  • Page 16 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS saved in the vehicle, it can be ticular app and the operating deleted at any time. system of the mobile end de- vice. This data is transmitted to third parties only upon personal re- Services quest as part of the use of on- General information line services.
  • Page 17 vehicle manufacturer's IT sys- tems which are intended for this purpose. Any collection, processing and use of personal data that goes beyond the provision of ser- vices take place only as per- mitted by law, on the basis of a contractual agreement or as a result of consent.
  • Page 18 OVERVIEWS...
  • Page 19 OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE OVERALL DASHBOARD VIEW UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 20: Overall View, Left Side

    OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Clutch fluid reservoir 179) Passenger socket 198) Seat unlocking ( Payload table Tire pressure table Wind deflection wing...

  • Page 21: Overall View, Right Side

    OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Engine number (above oil Oil filler opening filler neck) 172) Vehicle identification Brake fluid reservoir number (above the oil for rear wheel brake filler neck at the main 178) frame tail part) Passenger seat heater Socket ( 198) Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake...

  • Page 22: Overall Dashboard View

    OVERVIEWS OVERALL DASHBOARD VIEW Programmable memory buttons ( 114) Charging storage com- partment button ( Charging storage com- partment ( TFT display ( Ignition switch/steering lock ( Fuel filler opening 145)

  • Page 23: Underneath The Seat

    UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Fuses ( 194) Battery ( 189) Onboard vehicle tool kit 170) Diagnostic connector 195)

  • Page 24: Multifunction Switch, Left

    OVERVIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High beams and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning system Windshield ( 128) Reverser ( Auxiliary headlights Turn signals ( Horn Rocker button MENU 10 Multi-Controller (...

  • Page 25: Multifunction Switch, Right

    MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Central locking system Riding mode ( Emergency-off switch Starter button ( 137)

  • Page 26: Instrument Cluster

    OVERVIEWS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( TFT display ( Indicator light DWA ( Keyless Ride ( Photodiode (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting)
  • Page 28 DISPLAYS...
  • Page 29 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW INDICATOR LIGHTS...
  • Page 30 DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn signal, left ( High beams ( General warning light Turn signal, right ( DTC ( ABS ( Auxiliary headlights...
  • Page 31 TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Tachometer ( 13 Operating instructions Speed Limit Info ( Hill Start Control ( 14 Central locking system Speedometer Cruise control ( 15 Muting ( 101) Rider info. status line 16 Heating ( 17 External temperature Riding mode ( warning ( Split screen (...
  • Page 32 DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( 12 Muting ( 101) Speedometer 13 Heating ( Cruise control ( 14 External temperature Rider info. status line warning ( 15 Outside temperature Riding mode ( 16 Menu area Gear display, "N" (Neutral) is displayed in the neutral position.
  • Page 33 Green CHECK OK 1: No mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, optimal values. Layout White circle with lowercase Warnings are indicated by the "i" 2: Information. corresponding warning light. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the Warning, value not optimal. general warning light in combi- Red warning triangle 3: nation with a dialog in the TFT...
  • Page 34 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 added to the vidual values is possible in screens in the...
  • Page 35 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. External temper- ature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key outside re- in range. ception range lights up Keyless Ride mal- Keyless Ride yellow. function ( failure! lights up Replacing the...
  • Page 36 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Anti-theft battery low alarm batt. charge ( capacity low. Anti-theft Anti-theft alarm battery alarm battery discharged discharged. DWA malfunction Anti-theft alarm system failure. lights up Low engine oil Engine oil yellow.
  • Page 37 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights blinks red. is displayed in yel- Tire pressure is low. outside the ap- proved tolerance Tire pressure range ( not at set- point. Tire Press. Monitor. Loss of pressure. " " Transmission fault lights up "...
  • Page 38 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. ABS fault ( lights up ABS Pro failure ABS Pro fail- yellow. ure! lights up. flashes DTC intervention rapidly. flashes DTC self-diagno- slowly. sis not completed lights up. DTC switched off Off! Traction con- trol deacti-...
  • Page 39 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Hill Start Control HSC not avail- automatically de- able. Side activated ( stand lined. is displayed. Hill Start Control cannot be acti- vated ( HSC not avail- able. Engine not running. lights up Brake temper- Brake tempera- yellow.
  • Page 40 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed in Service due white. Service due! lights up is displayed in yel- Service date yellow. low. missed ( Service over- due!
  • Page 41 Outside temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice, even TFT display. above Approx. 37 °F Motor heat can lead to spuri- (Approx. 3 °C) ous measurement readings of Risk of accident the outside temperature when At a low outside temper- the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 42 Do not shut off the engine. consumers. Visit a specialist workshop The vehicle voltage is too low. immediately if possible, ideally If you continue riding, the ve- an authorized BMW Motorrad hicle electronics will discharge retailer. the battery. Engine start using Keyless Possible cause: Ride is no longer possible.
  • Page 43 BMW Motorrad retailer. If the malfunction persists or Vehicle voltage critical occurs without any consumers lights up yellow. connected, have the malfunc- tion corrected as soon as is displayed in yellow.
  • Page 44 Have checked by a spe- at an authorized service facil- cialist workshop. ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer. blinks yellow. Faulty light source The faulty light source is lights up yellow. displayed: The faulty light source is...
  • Page 45 Anti-theft alarm battery low workshop, preferably an au- charge thorized BMW Motorrad re- with anti-theft alarm system tailer. (DWA) Light control unit failed Anti-theft alarm lights up yellow. batt. capacity low. No limitations. Arrange an appointment at a spe- Light control fail- cialist workshop.
  • Page 46 Contact an authorized service center stand. facility, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. If the measurement is incom- plete or the conditions speci- DWA malfunction fied above are not fulfilled, an...
  • Page 47 Check quickly as possible by an au- coolant level. Carry thorized workshop, preferably on at moderate pace to an authorized BMW Motorrad cool. retailer. Engine control malfunction ATTENTION lights up yellow. Riding with overheated en- gine lights up.
  • Page 48 The engine control unit has di- eliminated at a specialist agnosed a fault. In exceptional workshop, preferably an au- cases, the engine stops and can thorized BMW Motorrad re- no longer be started. Other- tailer. wise, the engine runs in emer- Possible cause: gency operation.
  • Page 49 Tire pressure RDC sensor is not active In addition to the MY VEHICLE menu screen and the Check min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) Control messages, there is also (The RDC sensor transmits screen to TIRE PRESSURE its signal to the vehicle only display the tire pressures: once the minimum speed has been exceeded.)
  • Page 50 DISPLAYS Tire pressure is outside the For more information about approved tolerance range the BMW Motorrad Tire Pres- blinks red. sure Monitor (TPM), see the "Technology in detail" chapter 161). is displayed in yellow. Tire pressure is the limit range of approved tolerance Tire pressure not at lights up yellow.
  • Page 51 TPM control unit rized BMW Motorrad retailer. and the sensors. If you are unsure about the Observe the RDC display in a tire's ridability: different environment.
  • Page 52 The battery for the tire shop, preferably an authorized pressure sensor is no longer BMW Motorrad retailer. charged to full capacity. Operation of the Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Monitor is only ensured for a malfunction limited time.
  • Page 53 Contact a specialist work- Ride carefully to next shop, preferably an authorized specialist workshop. BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: The ABS control unit has de- ABS self-diagnosis not tected an fault. The partially in- completed tegral brake has malfunctioned.
  • Page 54 DTC has detected instability at at a specialist workshop, the rear wheel and responded preferably an authorized by reducing the torque. The BMW Motorrad retailer. indicator and warning light ABS Pro failure flashes longer than the DTC intervention lasts. This provides lights up yellow.
  • Page 55 Possible cause: at a specialist workshop, The DTC control unit has de- preferably an authorized tected an fault. BMW Motorrad retailer. DTC error lights up yellow. lights up. Traction control failure! Onward journey possible. Ride...
  • Page 56 Secure vehicle tools. ity, preferably an authorized Do not damage the angular BMW Motorrad Retailer. rate sensor. Hill Start Control active Note that the DTC function is displayed in green. and the engine drag torque control are not available.
  • Page 57 Possible cause: Hill Start Control was switched DANGER off automatically. Driving with overheated Fold in side stand. brakes Hill Start Control only func- Risk of accident due to brake tions when the side stand is failure folded in. Adapt driving style. Start engine.
  • Page 58 Adapt driving style. corrected as soon as possible Use the engine brake to at a specialist workshop, avoid frequent braking. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. WARNING Audio system temperature too high Failure to observe mainte- Audio system Level 3...
  • Page 59 Engage neutral and run the preferably an authorized engine for at least 10 seconds BMW Motorrad retailer. while parked to teach in the Fuel down to reserve volume neutral position. Shift all gears with clutch con- Low fuel.
  • Page 60 67). ularly by a specialist work- Service display shop, preferably an authorized If service is overdue, the BMW Motorrad retailer. service date or the dis- The operating safety and road tance covered at which service safety of the vehicle remains should have been completed unchanged.
  • Page 62 OPERATION...
  • Page 63 IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK IGNITION WITH KEYLESS RIDE EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH LIGHTING ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL REVERSER CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM HEATING WIND DEFLECTION WING SEAT CASE TOPCASE...

  • Page 64: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    OPERATION IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK Ignition keys You are provided with 2 igni- tion keys. If you lose your keys, refer to the notes regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS) 62). The same key fits the following Turn the ignition key to posi- locks: tion 1 while moving the han- Ignition switch/steering lock...

  • Page 65: Ignition With Keyless Ride

    Turning off the ignition IGNITION WITH KEY- LESS RIDE Ignition keys with Keyless Ride The indicator light for the radio-operated key flashes as long as the radio-operated key is being searched for. If the radio-operated key or the Turn the ignition key to posi- spare key is detected, it goes tion 1.
  • Page 66 OPERATION central locking system is not locked. It is advisable to carry the ra- dio-operated key directly on your person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to also carry the spare key as an alternative. Range of Keyless Ride radio-operated key Approx.
  • Page 67 Turning off the ignition with Keyless Ride Requirement Radio-operated key is within reception area. There are two ways to acti- vate the ignition. Version 1: Briefly press button 1. Parking lights and all function circuits are turned on. Auxiliary LED headlights are The ignition can be deacti- turned on.
  • Page 68 If you lose an ignition key, you a little while and indicates any can have it disabled by your existing fault messages. BMW Motorrad retailer. For The windshield moves to the this purpose, you must bring all lower end position.
  • Page 69 electronic immobilizer (EWS) Replacing the battery of the 62). radio-operated key Should you lose the radio- with Keyless Ride operated key during a trip, the If the radio-operated key does vehicle can be started using not respond when a button the spare key.

  • Page 70: Emergency-Off Switch

    OPERATION Battery type For Keyless Ride radio-oper- ated key CR 2032 Install battery cover 2. The indicator light in the in- strument cluster blinks. The radio-operated key is Press button 1. Key bit folds open. working again. Press battery cover 2 upward. EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH Remove battery 3.

  • Page 71: Lighting

    Engine turned off Alternative: With the ignition Operating position turned on, pull the switch 1. The low beams burden LIGHTING the battery. When the en- gine is not running, only turn on Parking lights the low beams for a limited pe- The parking lights come on au- riod of time.
  • Page 72 OPERATION The high-beam headlight Ground light can also be switched on with ground light when the engine is not running. The ground light lights up for The high beams burden a brief time after the ignition the battery. When the en- has been turned off or after gine is not running, only turn the anti-theft alarm system has...
  • Page 73 The auxiliary headlights are approved for use as fog lights and may only be used in poor weather condi- tions. Comply with the country- specific road traffic regulations. Press button 1 to turn on the hazard warning system. Ignition can be turned off. To turn off the hazard warn- ing system, turn on the ig- nition as required and press...

  • Page 74: Anti-Theft Alarm System (Dwa)

    OPERATION Move button 1 to the center ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM position to turn off the turn (DWA) signals. with anti-theft alarm system Comfort turn signals (DWA) Activation Turning on the ignition 58). Adapting DWA ( 71). Turning off the ignition 59).
  • Page 75 26 seconds. Dur- Confirmation tone sounds ing the alarm, an alarm tone three times (if programmed). sounds and the turn signals Tilt sensor is deactivated. blink. The type of alarm tone can be set by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 76 OPERATION Deactivation Turning on the ignition 58). Turn signals flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed). DWA is turned off. with central locking system with Keyless Ride A triggered alarm signal can be canceled at any time by press- ing the button 2 of the radio- operated key without deactivat- ing the DWA.

  • Page 77: Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc)

    Adapting DWA function when the ignition is turned off. Turning on the ignition 58). DYNAMIC TRACTION CON- Go to the Settings Vehi- TROL (DTC) menu and se- cle settings lect the menu Turning DTC function off and Alarm system item. The following adjustments are Turning on the ignition available:...

  • Page 78: Electronic Chassis And Suspension Adjustment (D-Esa)

    RIDING MODE menu item. Damping Select the desired damping setting. BMW Motorrad has developed The damping cannot be riding scenarios for your vehicle adjusted while the motor- from which you can select the cycle is being ridden. one matching your situation: RAIN: Riding on wet roads.
  • Page 79 You can find more de- tailed information regard- ing the selectable riding modes in the "Technology in detail" chapter. Setting riding mode Turning on the ignition 58). Press button 1 repeatedly un- til the desired riding mode is shown. When the vehicle is at a standstill, the selected riding mode is activated after approx.

  • Page 80: Cruise Control

    OPERATION Turning on cruise control CRUISE CONTROL Displayed value while WARNING adjusting (Speed Limit Info not active) Use of the cruise control in unfavorable road conditions Accident hazard Do not use the cruise con- trol in unfavorable road con- ditions, e.g. in snow, on ice, in torrential rain, in off-road use and on slippery surfaces.
  • Page 81 If button 1 is no longer Adjustment range of pressed, the speed reached is cruise control (gear-de- maintained and saved. pendent) Decelerating 9...137 mph (15...220 km/h) Depending on the set is displayed. speed unit in the instru- ment cluster, the speed is in- The vehicle maintains your creased or reduced in km/h or current cruising speed and the...

  • Page 82: Hill Start Control

    OPERATION If the clutch remains Turning off cruise control pulled for more than 1.5 seconds, cruise control is deactivated. A message is shown in the display. Resuming previous cruising speed Push switch 1 to the left. The system is turned off. is hidden.
  • Page 83 Hill Start Control Pro can be activated by firmly applying ATTENTION the handbrake or footbrake Failure of the drive-off assis- lever. tant During brake actuation for Risk of accident approximately one second af- Secure the vehicle through ter the vehicle has come to a manual braking.

  • Page 84: Reverser

    OPERATION is displayed in green. REVERSER Requirements The following prerequisites Hill Start Control Pro is acti- must be fulfilled to use the re- vated. To turn off Hill Start Control verser: Motorcycle is standing. Pro, activate the brake lever 1 Engine is running.

  • Page 85: Central Locking System

    Gear display 2 switches from Deactivating reverser The reverser can be used as soon as the display stops blinking. Using reverser Press button 1. Gear display switches from CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM with central locking system Release brake. To reverse, press and hold Locking starter button 1.

  • Page 86: Heating

    OPERATION Unlocking HEATING Operating heated grips The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is running. The increase in power consumption caused by the heated grips can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the battery Turn on ignition and press button 1.
  • Page 87 Select the desired heating level. The selected heating level 1 and the heated grip icon 2 are shown in the display. The selected heating level 1 Operating the rider's seat and the seat heating icon 2 are heater shown in the display. Seat heating can be acti- Operating the passenger seat vated only when the en-...

  • Page 88: Wind Deflection Wing

    OPERATION WIND DEFLECTION WING The passenger seat has two- level heating. The second level Wind deflection wing is used for heating the seat quickly. It is advisable to switch back to the first level as soon WARNING as the seat is warm. Adjusting the slipstream de- 2 Switch in middle position: flectors.

  • Page 89: Seat

    Disconnect plug connection 2 of the helmet. of the seat heating and re- BMW Motorrad recommends move the seat. closing the wind deflection Place the seat, upholstered wings before riding at high side down, on a clean surface.

  • Page 90: Case

    OPERATION Installing the seat Turn the key in the case lock Connect seat heating plug to the position indicated by connection 2. the dot. Position the seat with Press the lock cylinder 1 downward. mounts 3 into the stop The release lever 2 pops pads 4 on the left and right.

  • Page 91: Topcase

    Closing a case Maximum speed when riding with a loaded case max 81 mph (max 130 km/h) Payload per case max 22 lbs (max 10 kg) Pull release lever 2 all the way TOPCASE Opening topcase Close case lid and press with central locking system down.
  • Page 92 To prevent damage if smartphones are used, BMW Motorrad recommends the use of the BMW Motorrad smartphone Pull release lever 2 all the way case.

  • Page 93: Charging Storage Compartment

    Automatic shutoff Adjusting the windshield 128). The USB‑A charging socket is automatically switched off under the following conditions: If the battery voltage is too low to retain the starting ca- pability of the vehicle. If the maximum loadability is exceeded. During the starting procedure.
  • Page 94 Ignition is turned on. BMW Motorrad recom- mends the use of the Open charging storage com- BMW Motorrad USB cable partment. for charging smartphones in the storage compartment. The space in the storage compart- ment may be insufficient for...
  • Page 95 6.2 in (158 mm) x 3.1 in (78 mm) x 0.39 in (10 mm). For small mobile phones that might not be held securely by the holder, BMW Motorrad recommends the use of a BMW Motorrad smartphone case. Charge current This is a 5 V USB‑C charging...
  • Page 96 TFT DISPLAY...
  • Page 97 GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW SPLIT SCREEN GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH® WI-FI MY VEHICLE TRIP COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY BUTTONS DISPLAYING SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYING LICENSE INFORMATION...

  • Page 98: General Notes

    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 vehi- a standstill.

  • Page 99: Principle

    On some mobile devices, e.g. with operating sys- tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Connected App must be called up before using. Currentness of this manual All content on the display is...
  • Page 100 TFT DISPLAY After settings, return to menu Briefly press the MENU up: view. In the menu view: move up In the menu view: move up one hierarchy level. one hierarchy level. In the Pure Ride view: Change In the menu: display for rider info.
  • Page 101 Operating instructions in the Operating instructions in main menu submenus In addition to the operating instructions in the main menu, there are additional operating instructions in submenus. The operating instructions indi- cate whether and which inter- actions are possible. Meaning of the operating instructions: Operating instructions 1: The current display is in a hierar-...
  • Page 102 TFT DISPLAY Show Pure Ride view Go to the menu Press and hold the top MENU rocker button. Turning functions on and off Show Pure Ride view ( 96). Briefly press button 2 down- ward. You can go to the following Some menu items are pre- menus: ceded by a box.
  • Page 103 Moving the cursor in lists Go to the last menu used In Pure Ride view: Press and hold the bottom of the MENU rocker button. You go to the last used menu, which was exited by pressing and holding upwards. Changing the display for rider info.
  • Page 104 TFT DISPLAY Break 2 (average) Speed 1 (average) Speed 2 Tire pressure Press and hold button 1 to Fuel tank level display the Pure Ride view. Press button 1 briefly to se- Range lect the value in the upper sta- tus line 2.

  • Page 105: Pure Ride View

    The colder the engine, the vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- lower the speed at which the nected app is installed on the red engine speed range begins.

  • Page 106: Split Screen

    TFT DISPLAY engine speed range display will Upshift recommendation no longer change. Range The upshift recommendation in the Pure Ride 1 view or in the status line 2 signals the The range 1 indicates how far best time for an upshift from you can ride with the remaining an economical perspective.

  • Page 107: General Settings

    selected display in the split GENERAL SETTINGS screen. Adjusting the volume The following displays can be Connect the rider's helmet selected: and the passenger helmet ONBOARD COMPUTER 104). TRIP COMPUTER Increasing the volume: turn Navigation Multi-Controller upwards. MEDIA Reducing the volume: turn Depending on the selected Multi-Controller downwards.
  • Page 108 TFT DISPLAY Setting the time format Thai Call up menu Settings Adjusting brightness System settings Date Go to Settings Display and time Time format menu. Brightness Select desired setting. Adjust brightness. Confirm setting. The brightness of the display Setting the units of is dimmed to the set value if measurement ambient brightness falls be-...

  • Page 109: Bluetooth

    On some mobile devices, Although Bluetooth is designed e.g. with operating sys- for establishing robust con- tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad nections over short distances, Connected App must be called faults are possible as with any up before using.
  • Page 110 TFT DISPLAY Please consult the operating Select the mobile end device instructions for your communi- and confirm. Observe the instructions for cation system. the mobile end device. Pairing Confirm that the codes match. Call up menu Settings The connection is established Connections and the connection status is Bluetooth connections can...

  • Page 111: Wi-Fi

    Show the communication sys- WI-FI tem of the helmet. WiFi connection Select Pair new rider's A WiFi connection is used to helmet Pair new pas- transmit the map view from and confirm. seng. helmet a mobile phone to the TFT Helmets are searched for.

  • Page 112: My Vehicle

    TFT DISPLAY MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Layout ( Coolant temperature Range ( 100) Odometer Service display ( Rear tire pressure ( Voltage of the vehicle electrical system 190) Engine oil level ( Front tire pressure...
  • Page 113 Operating instructions The following displays are in- cluded in the My vehicle menu: MY VEHICLE ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE present) Further information on the Operating instructions 1: Check Control messages Tabs that show how far to the can be found in the Displays left or right you can browse.
  • Page 114 TFT DISPLAY Service requirement If the time remaining until the next service is less than a month, or if the next service is due within 620 mi (1000 km), a white Check Control message is displayed.

  • Page 115: Trip Computer

    Consump. TRIP COMPUTER Calling up the on-board Calling up the travel on-board computer computer Go to menu. My vehicle Scroll to the right until the Calling up the on-board com- menu puter ( 109). ONBOARD COMPUTER Scroll to the right until the panel is displayed.

  • Page 116: Navigation

    On some mobile devices, Observe the valid road traf- e.g. with operating sys- fic regulations. Do not use any smartphone tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad while riding. Applications Connected App must be called that do not involve operation up before using.
  • Page 117 Go to the Navigation menu. Connecting a mobile end de- vorites Select destination and con- vice ( 104). Go to the BMW Motorrad firm. Select Connected app and start the Start guidance guidance. Entering special destinations Go to the Navigation Special destinations, e.g.

  • Page 118: Media

    Connect the rider's helmet and the passenger helmet 104). Go to the menu. Media The navigation can be read BMW Motorrad recom- out by a computer voice. mends setting the volume To do this, the Spoken for media and conversations via must be...

  • Page 119: Telephone

    When a call comes in, a All artists All al- pop-up opens. bums All tracks Select Playlists Accepting a call: Tilt the Multi-Controller 1 to the right. In the sub- Audio settings Rejecting a call: Tilt the Multi- menu, you can adjust the fol- Controller 1 to the left.

  • Page 120: Programmable Memory Buttons

    TFT DISPLAY PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY DISPLAYING SOFTWARE BUTTONS VERSION Operating the programmable Call up menu Settings memory buttons Information Software version DISPLAYING LICENSE INFOR- MATION Call up menu Settings formation Licenses You can assign individual func- tions to the programmable memory buttons. Press a button lightly.
  • Page 122 AUDIO SYSTEM...
  • Page 123 RADIO AUDIO SETTINGS PLAYER SATELLITE RADIO HD RADIO EMPFANG AUDIO PLAYBACK VIA HELMET...

  • Page 124: Radio

    AUDIO SYSTEM RADIO Starting Turning on the ignition 58). After the ignition is switched on, the radio menu will be available after a short time. Turn the Multi-Controller 1 Turning the radio on and off in the A or B direction to Call up menu and turn Radio...
  • Page 125 lowing selection options are available: Select to refrain from Cancel saving the selected station. Select in order to over- Save write the memory location. The station list reopens. Favorites list Selected stations or frequen- Briefly press Multi-Con- cies can be added as favorites. troller 1 to the left or right A total of up to 20 favorites to set the desired frequency...

  • Page 126: Audio Settings

    Output device The following settings are If a BMW Motorrad communi- available: cation system with Bluetooth : speaker for audio Speakers radio standard 2.0 or higher is playback selected.

  • Page 127: Player

    Selecting a sound profile boost (1) or select a level (2...4). Go to the Radio Audio Select the desired menu item, menu and select settings make the adjustment and exit menu Sound profile the menu. item. The sound settings take effect The following settings are only if is selected...

  • Page 128: Satellite Radio

    Category : Shows all Subscribing to a station can Unsub. channel stations not subscribed to generate costs not borne by Select the desired station. BMW Motorrad. You can find more information on the available transmitters at siriusxm.com.
  • Page 129 If a station is already saved in the selected memory location, a message opens. The fol- lowing selection options are available: Select to refrain from Cancel saving the selected station. Select in order to over- Save write the memory location. Turn the Multi-Controller 1 in The Favorites list closes au- tomatically and redirects the...

  • Page 130: Hd Radio Empfang

    During the switchover, a short interruption may occur. If If a rider's helmet with AM has been selected as the BMW Motorrad communication source, significantly inferior system is connected using sound quality can be heard Bluetooth® radio standard 2.0: after the switchover.
  • Page 132 SETTING...
  • Page 133 MIRRORS WINDSHIELD CLUTCH BRAKES...
  • Page 134 1. nition was turned off. Please contact a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The proper functioning of the pressure-sensitive jam pro- tection cannot be ensured if a windshield that has not been approved by BMW Motorrad has been installed.
  • Page 135 Position 1: Minimum distance CLUTCH between handlebar grip and Adjusting the clutch lever clutch lever Position 4: Maximum distance WARNING between handlebar grip and clutch lever Modified position of the clutch fluid reservoir BRAKES Air in the clutch system Setting the brake lever Do not turn the handlebar fitting on the handlebar.
  • Page 136 SETTING Turn the adjustment wheel 1 into the desired position. The adjustment wheel can be turned more easily if you press the handbrake lever forward when doing so. Adjustment options: Position 1: Minimum distance between handlebar grip and brake lever Position 4: Maximum distance between handlebar grip and brake lever...
  • Page 138 RIDING...
  • Page 139 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN SHIFTING BRAKES PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE REFUELING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...

  • Page 140: Safety Instructions

    Your authorized rotating vehicle parts. BMW Motorrad retailer will be Keep luggage items as well happy to advise you and has as tension belts and lash- the correct clothing for every ing straps away from open, purpose.
  • Page 141 Observe the maximum pay- Risk of poisoning load and maximum speed Exhaust gas contains carbon with cases; see also the Chap- monoxide, which is colorless ter "Operation". and odorless but highly toxic. Observe the maximum pay- load and maximum speed WARNING with topcase;...

  • Page 142: Regular Check

    RIDING Danger of overheating WARNING ATTENTION Opening the radiator cap Risk of burning Engine idling for a lengthy Do not open the radiator period while at a standstill cap when it is hot. Overheating due to insuf- Check the coolant level ex- ficient cooling;...

  • Page 143: Starting

    Always before riding off Engage Neutral, or pull back the clutch lever if a gear is Check operation of the brake system ( 174). engaged. Check operation of the light- You cannot start the mo- ing and signal system. torcycle with the side Check clutch function stand extended and a gear en- 179).
  • Page 144 ABS self-diagnosis chart if the engine refuses to The self-diagnosis rou- start. ( 208) tine checks whether the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pre-Ride-Check Pro is ready for operation. After the ignition is turned on, The self-diagnosis starts the instrument cluster performs...
  • Page 145 The self-diagnosis routine minimum speed with engine is determining whether running: min 3 mph (min BMW Motorrad DTC is ready 5 km/h)) for operation. The self- If a DTC fault is displayed after diagnosis runs automatically the DTC self-diagnosis is com- when you turn on the ignition.

  • Page 146: Breaking In

    RIDING Brake pads BREAKING IN New brake pads must be run in Engine before they achieve their opti- In the period preceding the mum friction force. This initial break-in service, ride in fre- reduction in braking efficiency quently changing engine load can be compensated for by ex- and engine speed ranges, erting greater pressure on the...

  • Page 147: Shifting

    Increases in the load on load-change response. an individual wheel are accom- BMW Motorrad recommends panied by a rise in the effective only shifting gears with brake force that the wheel can clutch control in these riding provide.
  • Page 148 Use the engine brake to completely transferred to the avoid frequent braking. road. Locking up of the front wheel is prevented by BMW Motorrad WARNING Integral ABS. Failure to observe mainte- nance intervals WARNING Accident hazard...

  • Page 149: Parking The Motorcycle

    ceed those limits through mis- judgments or riding errors. In WARNING extreme cases this my result in Poorer braking action due to a fall. moisture and dirt Use on public roads Accident hazard ABS Pro helps make riding Brake until brakes are dry or your motorcycle on public clean;...

  • Page 150: Refueling

    RIDING ATTENTION ATTENTION Loading of the side stand Folding in the center stand with additional weight in case of strong movements Component damage cause by Component damage cause by tipping over tipping over Do not sit on the motorcy- Do not sit on the vehicle cle when it is parked on the while it is resting on the side stands.
  • Page 151 Do not smoke. Never bring refueling with low-quality fu- a naked flame near the fuel els or during longer periods tank. of downtime. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer can provide you with more detailed WARNING information. Escaping of fuel due to ex- Recommended fuel...
  • Page 152 RIDING Park the motorcycle, making fuel reserve indicator light is sure the ground is level and switched off. firm. The "usable fuel quantity" specified in the technical data is the fuel quantity, which can be refueled if the fuel tank was completely emptied, i.e., if the engine dies off due to lack of fuel.
  • Page 153 There are 2 ways to open the fuel filler cap: WARNING Within the after-run period. Escaping of fuel due to ex- After the after-run period is pansion under exposure to over. heat with overfilled fuel tank Version 1 Accident hazard Requirement Do not overfill the fuel tank.
  • Page 154 The "usable fuel quantity" cialist workshop, preferably an specified in the technical authorized BMW Motorrad re- data is the fuel quantity, which tailer. can be refueled if the fuel tank was completely emptied, i.e., if the engine dies off due to lack of fuel.

  • Page 155: Securing Motorcycle For Transportation

    SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION Protect all components from being scratched where ten- sioning belts are routed, for example, by using adhesive tape or soft cloths. Remove screws 1. Remove emergency unlock- ing 2. Fuel filler cap unlocked. Open fuel filler cap com- pletely.
  • Page 156 RIDING Do not pull the tensioning belts over the footrests. Tighten all tensioning belts evenly; the vehicle should be pulled down with the springs compressed as much as pos- sible. ATTENTION Improper placement of the tensioning straps Damage to brake lines, ca- bles, bearings and trim panels Route tensioning straps carefully.
  • Page 158 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL...
  • Page 159 GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ENGINE DRAG TORQUE CONTROL ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT RIDING MODE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...

  • Page 160: General Notes

    If the maximum transferrable brake lever acts only on the braking force is exceeded rear brake. when the rider increases the The BMW Motorrad Integral brake pressure, the wheels ABS adapts the braking force begin to lock and riding distribution between the front...
  • Page 161 When braking heavily, bear tem adjusts the optimum brake in mind that the ABS control pressure. cannot always be relied on How is the BMW Motorrad to prevent the rear wheel Integral ABS noticeable to the from lifting off the ground. rider?
  • Page 162 At lower speeds, riod, for example while de- the BMW Motorrad ABS cannot scending on a loose surface. provide optimal support on all surfaces due to system Should a fault message occur limitations.

  • Page 163: Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc)

    Further development of ABS slower pressure buildup. In ad- to ABS Pro dition, the pressure modulation In the past, the BMW Motorrad in the range of the ABS control ABS system provided for a very is more uniform. high level of safety while brak-...
  • Page 164 Special situations the slip limit is exceeded. As the lean angle increases, BMW Motorrad DTC is de- the capacity to accelerate is signed as an assistance sys- also increasingly limited by the tem for the rider and for riding laws of physics.

  • Page 165: Engine Drag Torque Control

    Hard brake onset in sporty ment can automatically adapt riding style. your motorcycle to the vehicle load. If the suspension adjust- Like the BMW Motorrad DTC ment is set to , the rider Auto traction control, the dynamic does not have to deal with ad- engine brake control engine justing the vehicle load.

  • Page 166: Riding Mode

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL BMW Motorrad recom- setting of spring setting and mends the chassis damping (recommended Auto and suspension adjustment. chassis and suspension adjustment setting) When the motorcycle is started and while it is being ridden, RIDING MODE the system monitors the spring...

  • Page 167: Tire Pressure Monitor (Rdc)

    In DYNAMIC riding mode: Di- No drive torque at rear wheel. No brake pressure in the rect throttle response. braking system. Traction control DTC For a changeover while riding, In RAIN riding mode: Maxi- the following steps must be mum stability on wet roads. carried out: Acceleration may be reduced Turn back throttle grip.
  • Page 168 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Temperature compensation Minimum speed for the The tire pressure is tempera- transmission of the RDC ture-dependent: it increases measured values: or decreases together with the min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) tire air temperature. The tire Before initial reception of the temperature is dependent on tire pressure, is shown in...

  • Page 169: Gear Shift Assistant

    Benefits Example 70-80 % of all gear shifts can be performed without using According to the Operating the clutch. Instructions, the tire pressure Less movement between rider should have the following and passenger due to shorter value: gear-change intervals. 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) Throttle valve does not have to be closed when changing The following value is dis-...

  • Page 170: Hill Start Control

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL When changing gear using the HILL START CONTROL Gear Shift Assistant, the throt- Hill Start Control function tle setting (throttle grip posi- The Hill Start Control Pro pre- tion) must be kept constant be- vents uncontrolled rollback on fore and during the gear shift.

  • Page 171: Adaptive Headlight

    Behavior when the vehicle is After two minutes, or upon rolling back or slipping brake actuation, Hill Start Control Pro is deactivated The brake pressure increases when the vehicle is rolling completely. back with the Hill Start Con- When the ignition trol Pro activated.
  • Page 172 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL light learns to compensate for the angle at which riding takes place. Both movements are overlaid so that a highlight in the curve results. This results in significantly improved illu- mination of the road when rid- ing around curves and thus an enormous increase in active safety.
  • Page 174 MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 175 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT FRONT WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES RIMS WHEELS LIGHT SOURCES JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR...

  • Page 176: General Notes

    BMW Motorrad re- of effort. tailer. If specific tightening torques are to be taken into account for ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL installation, these are listed.

  • Page 177: Front Wheel Stand

    Attaching the front wheel without center stand stand Put the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; ATTENTION BMW Motorrad recommends Use of BMW Motorrad front the BMW Motorrad rear- wheel stand without addi- wheel stand. tional center or auxiliary Attaching the rear-wheel stand stand ( 172).

  • Page 178: Rear-Wheel Stand

    Make sure the surface is level fer to the instructions for the and firm and place the mo- rear-wheel stand. torcycle on its center stand at BMW Motorrad offers a suit- operating temperature. able auxiliary stand for each motorcycle. Your authorized without center stand...
  • Page 179 Remove the oil level dipstick preferably an authorized and check oil level. BMW Motorrad retailer. Install oil level dipstick. Topping up the engine oil Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm.

  • Page 180: Brake System

    MAINTENANCE Have the brakes checked at an authorized workshop, ATTENTION preferably an authorized Use of too little or too much BMW Motorrad retailer. engine oil Checking the front brake pad Engine damage thickness Always make sure that the Park the motorcycle, making oil level is correct.
  • Page 181 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm) ness. (Only friction lining without Have brake pads renewed carrier plate. The wear mark- at a specialist workshop, ings (grooves) must not be preferably an authorized reached.) BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 182 Make sure that brake fluid BMW Motorrad retailer. is used from a sealed con- tainer only. with center stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and put the motorcy- cle on its center stand.
  • Page 183 If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Check brake fluid level at brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake 1.
  • Page 184 MAINTENANCE Checking the rear brake fluid Hold the motorcycle upright, level making sure that the ground is firm and level. WARNING Insufficient or contaminated brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power caused by air, dirt or water in the brake system Stop riding immediately until fault is rectified.

  • Page 185: Clutch

    Allow the engine to cool (Engine cold) down. If the coolant level drops below the permitted level: Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.

  • Page 186: Tires

    Sudden loss of tire inflation BMW Motorrad cannot evaluate pressure Use valve caps with rubber the suitability of any other sealing ring and screw on tires, and therefore cannot take firmly.

  • Page 187: Rims

    Risk of accident due to by a specialist service facil- poorer rideability ity, preferably an authorized If necessary, replace the BMW Motorrad retailer. tyres before the legally spec- ified minimum tread depth WHEELS is reached. Affect of wheel sizes on...
  • Page 188 MAINTENANCE wheels, please contact a specialist service facility, preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer. In some cases the data stored in the control units can be adapted for the new wheel sizes. Removing front wheel with center stand Take the cable for the wheel...
  • Page 189 ATTENTION Using hard or sharp-edged objects near the component Component damage Do not scratch components, if necessary tape off or cover. Loosen the right axle clamp- Mask off areas of the wheel ing screw 2. rim that could get scratched Remove the quick-release in the process of removing axle 1 while supporting the...
  • Page 190 After the brake caliper is specialized workshop, fastened and the spring preferably an authorized fork is relaxed, tighten the BMW Motorrad retailer. quick-release axle and axle clamping with the specified ATTENTION torque. Front wheel installation op-...
  • Page 191 Put the brake calipers on the Insert cable for wheel speed left and right onto the brake sensor in holding clip 1 and disks. install cable tie 2. Insert the wheel speed sensor into the bore and install the screw 3. Wheel speed sensor on the front suspension/ rear brake caliper...
  • Page 192 Make sure the ground is level and firm and put the motorcy- cle on its center stand. without center stand Put the motorcycle on an aux- iliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends you use the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel CAUTION stand. Attaching the rear-wheel...
  • Page 193 Always have the tightening torques checked by a Install the screws 1 and specialized workshop, tighten to the appropriate preferably an authorized torque. BMW Motorrad retailer. Tighten rear wheel on wheel flange ATTENTION Tightening sequence: Tighten crosswise Rear wheel installation M10 x 1.25 x 40...

  • Page 194: Light Sources

    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.

  • Page 195: Battery

    tect the starter motor and the donor battery. ATTENTION Idle both engines for a few Jump-starting with a voltage minutes before disconnecting higher than 12 V the jumper cables. Damage to the motorcycle's Disconnect jumper cables first electronics from negative, then from pos- The battery of the donor itive terminal.
  • Page 196 4 weeks, connect terminals. a trickle-charger to the battery. ATTENTION BMW Motorrad has de- A fully discharged battery veloped a trickle-charger must be charged via a specially designed for com- power socket or extra patibility with the electronics socket.
  • Page 197 Use suitable BMW chargers. the battery terminals The correct charger is avail- Damage to the motorcycle's able through your authorized electronics BMW Motorrad retailer. Disconnect the battery be- fore charging on the battery Charge disconnected battery terminals. using the socket on the dash- board.
  • Page 198 MAINTENANCE Removing the battery cover Removing the seat ( 83). Removing the battery cover 192). Remove screw 1. Lift up the cover 2 paying at- tention to the retaining lugs 3. Installing the battery cover ATTENTION Incorrect battery disconnec- tion Danger of short circuit Follow the disconnection sequence.
  • Page 199 First install the positive bat- Lift the battery 1 up and out; tery cable 2. use tilting movements in the Then install the negative bat- event of stiff movement. tery cable 1. Installing the battery Installing the battery cover 192). Installing the seat ( 84).

  • Page 200: Fuses

    MAINTENANCE authorized BMW Motorrad Setting the date ( 101). retailer. FUSES Reinsert the fuse box 2. Make Replacing fuse sure that the lock 1 snaps in Turning off the ignition on both sides. 59). Installing the battery cover Removing the seat ( 83).

  • Page 201: Diagnostic Connector

    Vehicle experiences malfunc- tions Do not have the diagnos- tic socket disconnected ex- cept during BMW Motorrad service by a specialist work- shop or other authorized persons. Have work carried out by appropriately trained per- Plug the diagnostic connec- sonnel.
  • Page 202 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 203 GENERAL NOTES SOCKETS...
  • Page 204 Your authorized Safety risk BMW Motorrad retailer BMW Motorrad cannot ex- offers you qualified advice for amine or test each product choosing original BMW parts, of outside origin to ensure accessories and other products.
  • Page 205 Automatic shutoff The onboard sockets are au- tomatically turned off during the starting procedure. To reduce the load on the electrical system, the power sockets are turned off a cer- tain amount of time after the ignition is turned off. Acces- sories with low electrical con- sumption are possibly not de- tected by the vehicle electron-...
  • Page 206 CARE...
  • Page 207 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING SENSITIVE VEHICLE PARTS PAINT CARE PROTECTIVE WAX COATING STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...

  • Page 208: Care Products

    BMW Insect Re- products available at your au- mover to soften and wash off thorized BMW Motorrad re- insects and stubborn dirt from tailer. BMW Care Products painted parts before washing have been materials tested, lab- the vehicle.

  • Page 209: Cleaning Sensitive Vehicle Parts

    CLEANING SENSITIVE VEHI- WARNING CLE PARTS Plastics Damp brake disks and brake pads after washing the mo- torcycle, after riding through ATTENTION water or in the rain Use of unsuitable cleaning Poorer braking action, acci- agents dent hazard Damage to plastic surfaces Brake early until the brake Do not use abrasive cleaners rotors and brake pads are...

  • Page 210: Paint Care

    PAINT CARE particularly important in the Washing the motorcycle reg- case of road salt. ularly will help counteract the Use BMW Motorrad metal pol- long-term effects of substances ish for additional treatment. that damage the paint, espe- Radiator cially if your motorcycle is rid-...

  • Page 211: Protective Wax Coating

    BMW Motorrad rec- able lubricant. Preserve bare metal and ommends removing tar stains chrome-plated parts with an with BMW tar remover. Then acid-free grease (Vaseline).
  • Page 212 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 213 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART THREADED CONNECTIONS FUEL ENGINE OIL ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION REAR-WHEEL DRIVE FRAME RUNNING GEAR BRAKES WHEELS AND TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE DATA...

  • Page 214: Troubleshooting Chart

    TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not Place transmission in neutral or disengaged disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 145). Battery drained Charge battery.
  • Page 215 Bluetooth® connection is faulty. Possible cause Remedy Bluetooth® connection to the Turn off energy saving mode. mobile end device is inter- rupted. Bluetooth connection to the Turn off the communication helmet is interrupted. system of the helmet and con- nect again after one to two minutes.
  • Page 216 Active destination guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Go to the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile end device be- transferred.

  • Page 217: Threaded Connections

    THREADED CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Front brake caliper at wheel carrier M8 x 30 - 10.9 21 lb/ft (28 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-release axle to wheel carrier M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Quick-release axle in threaded bush (wheel carrier) M24 x 1,5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
  • Page 218 TECHNICAL DATA Battery Value Valid Battery bracket on rear carrier part M6 x 14,5 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)

  • Page 219: Fuel

    FUEL Recommended fuel quality Premium unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, 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.

  • Page 220: Engine Oil

    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, top-up quantity max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l), Difference between MIN and...

  • Page 221: Clutch

    0.686 (24:35 teeth), 6. Gear 0.913 (21:23 teeth), Transmis- sion output ratio REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Gear ratio of rear-wheel drive 2.75 (33:12 teeth) Type of rear-wheel guide Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad par- alever...

  • Page 222: Frame

    RUNNING GEAR Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever Design of the front-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring Spring travel, front 4.5 in (115 mm), on wheel...

  • Page 223: Wheels And Tires

    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 W, minimum requirement: tires 168 mph (270 km/h)

  • Page 224: Electrical System

    TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Rear wheel design Aluminum cast wheel with Option 719 Classic Aluminum forged wheel forged wheels Rear-wheel rim size 6.00" x 17" Rear tire designation 190/55 ZR 17 Load index for rear tire At least 75 Rear wheel load at unloaded 428 lbs (194 kg) vehicle weight Permissible rear wheel load...

  • Page 225: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Light sources Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indica- tors Bulbs for flashing turn indica- tors, rear Light source for license plate Integrated in tail light light Fuses Main fuse...

  • Page 226: Dimensions

    TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 100.8 in (2560 mm), over topcase Motorcycle height 56.7...62.2 in (1440...1580 mm), over windshield, at DIN un- loaded vehicle weight Motorcycle width 39.4 in (1000 mm), with mir- rors Front-seat height 29.5 in (750 mm), without rider, at DIN unloaded vehi- cle weight with seat, high...

  • Page 227: Performance Data

    PERFORMANCE DATA Maximum speed 101 mph (162 km/h) Maximum speed when riding max 81 mph (max 130 km/h) with a loaded case Maximum speed when riding max 81 mph (max 130 km/h) with a loaded topcase...
  • Page 228 SERVICE...
  • Page 229 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...

  • Page 230: Reporting Safety Defects

    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...

  • Page 231: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE your motorcycle. With its worldwide retailer net- Have all preventive mainte- work, BMW Motorrad can at- nance and repair procedures tend to you and your motor- confirmed in the Service chap- cycle in over 100 countries ter in this manual.

  • Page 232: Bmw Motorrad Mobility Services

    The BMW pre-delivery check is electronic Service History. carried out by your authorized Objection BMW Motorrad retailer before At the BMW Motorrad retailer it turns over the vehicle to you. or specialist workshop, the ve- BMW Running-in Check hicle owner can object to the...
  • Page 233 The service display in the mul- tifunction display reminds you of the next service appointment approx. one month or 620 mi (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 be found in the following main- tenance schedule.

  • Page 234: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Motorrad break-in Annually or every 6000 mi inspection (including oil (whichever comes first) and oil filter change) every 2 years or every Standard scope of 12,000 mi (whichever BMW Motorrad service comes first) Engine oil change with...

  • Page 235: Maintenance Confirmations

    MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Motorrad Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic...
  • Page 236 SERVICE BMW pre-delivery check BMW running-in check performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 237 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 238 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 239 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 240 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 241 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 242 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 243 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 244 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 245 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...
  • Page 246 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel...

  • Page 247: Service Confirmations

    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 at km Date...
  • Page 248 SERVICE Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 250 CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CERTIFICATE FOR AUDIO SYSTEM CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR IP NOTICE: DAB TUNER...
  • Page 251 Declaration of Conformity Turkey Radio equipment TFT Robert Bosch GmbH, ICC10in tipi instrument cluster telsiz sisteminin 2014/53/EU nolu yönetmeliğe uygun olduğunu beyan For all Countries without EU eder. AB Uygunluk Beyanı'nın tam Model name: ICC10in metni, aşağıdaki internet adresinden görülebilir: http://cert.bosch- carmultimedia.net Technical information The ICC10in can operate in...
  • Page 252 Canada L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de This device contains licence- licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
  • Page 253 United States (USA) However, there is no guarantee This device complies with part that interference will not occur in 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation a particular installation. If this is subject to the following two equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television conditions: reception, which can be...
  • Page 254 Japan Mexico La operación de este equipo This device is granted pursuant to está sujeta a las siguientes dos (電波法) the Japanese Radio Law condiciones: and the Japanese (1) es posible que este equipo o Telecommunications Business Law dispositivo no cause interferencia (電気通信事業法) perjudicial y 本製品は、電波法と電気通信事業...
  • Page 255 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment audio system Model name: MCR001 This device complies with part Cet appareil est conforme à la 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation partie 15 des règles FCC. Son is subject to the following two fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions: deux conditions suivantes : (1) This device may not cause...
  • Page 256 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment electronic United Arab Emirates immobiliser (EWS4) For all countries without EU Technical information Frequency Band: 134 kHz (Transponder: TMS37145 / Type DST80, TMS3705 Transponder Base Station IC) Philippiens Output Power: 50 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: BECOM Electronics GmbH Address: Technikerstraße 1,...
  • Page 257 Indonesia Taiwan 72790/SDPPI/2021 13349 低功 電波 射性電機管 辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低 功率射頻電 機，非經許可，公 司、商號或使用者均不得擅 自變 更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計 之特性及 功能。第十四條 低功 Dilarang melakukan perubahan 率射頻電機之使用不 得影響飛航 Spesifikasi yang dapat 安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有 Menimbulkan gangguan fisik 干 擾現象時，應立即停用，並改 dan/atau elektromagnetik 善至無干擾時方 得繼續使用。 前 terhadap lingkungan sekitarnya 項合法通信，指依電信法規定作...
  • Page 258 United States (USA) Canada Contains FCC ID: Contains IC: ODE-MREWS5012 10430A-MREWS5012 FCC § 15.19 Labelling This device complies with part 15 requirements of the FCC Rules and Industry This device complies with part Canada license-exempt RSS 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry standard(s).
  • Page 259 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...
  • Page 260 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...
  • Page 261 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.
  • Page 262 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...
  • Page 263 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).
  • Page 264 IP notice: HD Radio™ HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S. and Foreign Patents. For patents see http://dts.com/patents. HD Radio, Artist Experience, and the HD, HD Radio, and "ARC" logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 266 INDEX Bluetooth, 103 Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Helmet, 124 Pairing, 103 Displays, 47 Brake fluid Self-diagnosis, 138 Checking the front fill Technology in detail, 154 level, 176 Accessories Checking the rear fill General notes, 198 level, 178 Adaptive front lighting, 165 Front expansion tank, 15 Ambient temperature Rear expansion tank, 15...
  • Page 267 Chassis Dynamic ESA Technical data, 216 Operating, 72 Check Control Dialog, 27 Electrical system Display, 27 Technical data, 218 Clock Emergency-off switch, 19 Adjusting, 101 Operating, 64 Clutch Adjusting the handlebar Engine Indicator light for engine lever, 129 Checking function, 179 control, 42 Fluid reservoir, 14 Starting, 137...
  • Page 268 INDEX Technical data, 213 Immobilizer Spare key, 62 Fuel filler cap emergency Indicator lights, 20 release, 148, 149 ABS, 47 Fuel reserve Anti-theft alarm system, 39 Indicator light, 53 Audio system, 52, 53 Range, 100 Brake temperature, 51 Fuses Position on vehicle, 17 Coolant temperature, 41 Replacing, 194 Cruise control, 52...
  • Page 269 Keyless Ride, 36 Maintenance General notes, 170 Battery of radio-operated key Maintenance schedule, 228 is dead or radio-operated key Maintenance confirma- is lost, 62 tions, 229 Indicator light, 35, 36 Maintenance intervals, 226 Locking the steering lock, 60 Media Turning off the ignition, 61 Operating, 112 Turning on the ignition, 60 Menu...
  • Page 270 INDEX Overviews Remote control Indicator and warning Replacing the battery, 63 Reverser, 78 lights, 24 Operating element, 18 Instrument cluster, 20 Riding mode Left side of vehicle, 14 Operating element, 19 Left-side multifunction Setting, 72 switch, 18 Technology in detail, 160 My Vehicle, 106 Road sign detection Right side of vehicle, 15...
  • Page 271 Spark plugs Weights, 220 Technical Data, 218 Wheels and tires, 217 Speed control TFT display, 16, 20 Operating, 74 Operating, 96, 97, 100, 101 Operating element, 18 Operating element, 18 Split screen, 100 Overview, 25, 26 Selecting the display, 100 Selecting the display, 93 Turning off, 101 Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC...
  • Page 272 INDEX Warning lights, 20 Overview, 24 Weights Technical data, 220 Wheels Check wheel rims, 181 Checking rims, 181 Installing front wheel, 183 Installing the rear wheel, 186 Removing front wheel, 182 Removing the rear wheel, 186 Size change, 181 Technical data, 217 WiFi, 105 Wind deflection wing Operating, 82...
  • Page 273 Reprinting, in whole or in hands frequently when ser- part, is only permitted with vicing your vehicle. the written permission of Further information is avail- BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. able at: Original Rider's Manual, printed www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in Germany. passenger_vehicle...
  • Page 274 Important data for refueling stop: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Premium unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, 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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