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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Rider's Manual (US Model) S 1000 XR...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle Data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial registration Retailer's address/phone number (com- License plate pany stamp)
  • Page 3 BMW motorcycle owners and riders. Familiarize yourself with Should you want to sell your your new motorcycle so that you BMW one day, please also re- can ride it safely and confidently member to turn over the Ride's in all highway traffic situations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Electronic chassis and 3 Displays ....23 Indicator and warning suspension adjustment 1 General instructions ..5 lights ......24 (ESA) .
  • Page 5 Securing motorcycle for Pro Gear Shift Assis- 10 Accessories ..163 transport ....86 tant .
  • Page 6 Reporting safety defects ....204 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 205 BMW Motorrad Service History ....205 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    When the time comes to sell claims may be denied as a result. your BMW, remember to hand NOTICE Special informa- National-market version. over this Rider's Manual; it is an tion on operating and in- important part of the motorcycle.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    BMW Motorrad optional equipment (OE) offered optional equipment, national-mar- retailer. by BMW and selected optional ket version or country-specific accessories (OA). This explains measuring procedures. Detailed Electronic immobilizer. why the manual may also contain...

  • Page 10: Notice Concerning Current Status

    The high safety and quality stan- are required for safe vehicle op- installation instructions for dards of BMW motorcycles are eration or provide driving assis- optional accessories and general maintained by consistent, on- tance, such as driver assistance...
  • Page 11 Qualified service partners ual cases. The vehicle owner can have a Specialist workshops BMW Motorrad retailer or other Service providers Operating data in the vehicle qualified service partner or spe- Vehicle users may request in-...
  • Page 12 The information can be read out vation of dynamic driving sys- porary. The data is not stored by a BMW Motorrad retailer or tems beyond the period in which the other qualified service partner or Information about events caus- vehicle is operating.
  • Page 13 Multimedia data, such as music recorder in the vehicle can be to the vehicle, such as smart- for playback reset by a BMW Motorrad retailer phones, are controlled using the Address book data for use in or other qualified service partner vehicle's controls.
  • Page 14 used. The range of possible Vehicle manufacturer ser- the case for legally prescribed settings depends on the vices functions. particular app and the operating In the case of the vehicle man- Services of other providers system of the mobile end device. ufacturer's online services, the When using the online services particular functions are described...

  • Page 15: Overviews

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

  • Page 17: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Onboard power socket Adjusting front compres- sion damping (red scale) Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Seat lock ( Tire inflation pressure table Load capacity table Chain adjustment values Engine oil level indicator 128)

  • Page 19: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 132) Vehicle identification num- ber and type plate (on steering head at right) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 131) Adjusting front rebound- stage damping (yellow scale) ( Checking coolant level 134) Connector for optional ac- cessories ( 178) Oil fill location (...

  • Page 20: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Fuse box ( 158) Battery ( 153) Rider's Manual (US Model) Onboard tool kit ( 126) Diagnostic connector 159)

  • Page 21: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Cruise-control system Hazard warning flashers ABS ( ASC ( with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) DTC ( Dynamic ESA ( 116) Turn indicators ( Horn...
  • Page 22 TRIP/INFO rocker switch Multifunction display Selecting displays ( Resetting the trip odome- ter ( Set clock ( Select submenu ( Individualizing lap timer Multi-Controller ( 174)

  • Page 23: Right

    Multifunction switch, right Heated handlebar grips Selecting riding mode Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button Starting engine (...

  • Page 24: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Indicator and warning light panels Indicator and warning lights Tachometer Shiftpoint light ( Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting) with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) DWA LED ( Multifunction display...

  • Page 25: Displays

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

  • Page 26: Indicator And Warning

    Indicator and warning lights ASC ( DTC ( ABS ( Turn indicator, left Universal warning light, appears together with warnings in multifunction display ( Turn indicator, right Neutral position (idling) High beam Cruise-control system...

  • Page 27: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Speedometer Gear indicator display, "N" indicates "neutral". Dynamic ESA setting 116) Heated handlebar grips Coolant temperature Onboard computer ( Clock ( Fuel level Riding mode RAIN ROAD Setting riding mode with riding modes Pro Additional riding modes DYNAMIC DYNAMIC PRO...

  • Page 28: Warning Lights

    Warning lights If several warnings are active, all corresponding warning lights and Display warning symbol are displayed; Warnings are displayed with ap- warnings appear alternately. propriate warning lights. You will find an overview of the potential warnings on the follow- ing pages.
  • Page 29 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up red EWS! is displayed Electronic immobilizer is active ( flashes red Coolant tempera- Coolant temperature too high ( ture display flashes lights up yellow Engine! is dis- Engine in emergency-operation mode played Engine! is dis-...
  • Page 30 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up yellow VDS! is shown in Motorcycle has fallen over ( the empty display lights up yellow VDS! is displayed Fall sensor defective ( flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed lights up ABS switched off ( lights up ABS error ( flashes rapidly...
  • Page 31 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up ASC error ( flashes rapidly DTC intervention ( flashes slowly DTC self-diagnosis not completed lights up DTC switched off ( lights up DTC error ( The gear indicator Gear not trained ( flashes.
  • Page 32 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up yellow D-ESA! is indi- Dynamic ESA error ( cated lights up red NO CAN is displayed CAN open/short circuit ( lights up yellow NO CODING is dis- Encoding missing ( played lights up yellow SERVICE! is dis- Service date missed (...
  • Page 33 BMW Motorrad retailer. as possible by an authorized Have the malfunction corrected Coolant temperature too workshop, preferably an autho-...
  • Page 34 Please contact a spe- picked up and the fault elim- cialist service facility, preferably inated at a specialist work- Overlooking the vehicle in an authorized BMW Motorrad shop, preferably an authorized traffic due to a defective light Retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 35 148). placed. Please contact a spe- VDS! (Vertical Down Sensor) is cialist service facility, preferably displayed. Possible cause: an authorized BMW Motorrad Possible cause: Light source for low-beam or Retailer. A defect was determined in the high-beam headlight defective. fall sensor.
  • Page 36 Possible cause: Contact an authorized service preferably an authorized facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Dealer. The ABS system has been deac- BMW Motorrad retailer. tivated by the rider. ASC intervention Activating ABS ( 54). ABS self-diagnosis not ASC indicator and warning...
  • Page 37 Dynamic Traction Control authorized service facility, (DTC) ASC switched off preferably an authorized ASC indicator and warning DTC indicator light flashes BMW Motorrad Dealer. light lights up. slowly. DTC intervention Possible cause: with Dynamic Traction Control The ASC system has been deac- (DTC) tivated by the rider.
  • Page 38 Possible cause: Possible cause: preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Dealer. The DTC system has been deac- DTC self-diagnosis not tivated by the rider. completed Gear not trained Switching on DTC ( 55). with Gearshift Assistant Pro The DTC function is not DTC error The gear indicator flashes.
  • Page 39 BMW Motorrad retailer. Contact an authorized service Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized facility, preferably an authorized DWA battery charge level BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 40 Contact an authorized service BMW Motorrad Dealer. facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. CAN open/short circuit Service date missed General warning light shows red. General warning light lights up yellow. NO CAN (Controller Area Network) is displayed.
  • Page 41 Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) shop to set the date, preferably The RANGE cruising range 1 in- Refueling ( 85). an authorized BMW Motorrad dicates the distance that can still Retailer. be driven with the remaining fuel. This distance is calculated based...
  • Page 42 display after the fuel reserve level is reached. After refueling, the travel range is recalculated when the fuel quantity is greater than the fuel reserve. The determined range is an approximate reading.

  • Page 43: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 42 Cruise-control system ....58 Emergency on/off switch (kill Heated handlebar grips ... . . 61 switch) .

  • Page 44: Steering And Ignition Lock

    The ignition key can now be the same key on request. Please If the slope of the road permits, removed. contact an authorized workshop turn the handlebars to the left. for this purpose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
  • Page 45 Switching on ignition with Dynamic Traction Control Battery can be recharged via (DTC) onboard socket. The ignition key can now be DTC self-diagnosis is per- removed. formed. ( EWS Electronic Switch off ignition immobilizer The motorcycle's electronic circuitry monitors the data stored in the ignition key through a ring antenna incorporated Insert motorcycle key into the...

  • Page 46: Emergency On/Off Switch

    Always store further vehicle keys separately from the ignition key. If you lose one of your motorcy- cle keys, you can have it disabled by your authorized BMW motor- cycle retailer. When having a key disabled you should also bring all of the mo- torcycle's remaining keys with you.
  • Page 47 minate the path to the house Pull switch 1 toward rear to NOTICE actuate headlight flasher. door, for instance. The parking lights are a strain Headlight courtesy delay Parking lights on the battery. Do not leave the feature Switch off ignition ( 43).

  • Page 48: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard warning flashers Operating hazard warning flashers Switch on ignition ( 43). NOTICE The hazard warning flashers Press button 1 to switch on Press button 1 to left to switch place a strain on the battery. hazard warning flashers. on left-side turn signals. Do not use the hazard warning Ignition can be switched off.
  • Page 49 Comfort turn signals Speed is above 60 mph (100 km/h): after turn signal flashes five times. When button 1 is pressed and held slightly longer to the right or left, the turn signals will only turn off automatically after reaching the distance depending on the speed.

  • Page 50: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Overview of main menu Odometer Standard display Select displays in multi- function display ( 49). LAPTIMER ( RACE INFO ( 101) SETUP MENU ( TRIP 1 / TRIP 2 Resetting the trip odome- ter ( 50). Average consumption and average speed Reset average data 50).
  • Page 51 Selecting displays in Cruising range RANGE Repeatedly press INFO 2 until desired display is selected. Trip distance 1 (TRIP 1) multifunction display The following displays are avail- Trip distance 2 (TRIP 2) Switch on ignition. able: Average consumption AVG in All information required for LAPTIMER: the lap times and volume per distance or vice...
  • Page 52 Resetting average data and hold INFO 2 to open the respective menu. Switching on ignition. Resetting the trip odometer Switch on the ignition. Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly until average value to be reset is displayed. AVG is indicated. Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly Press and hold TRIP 1 until until desired trip odometer is selected value has been reset.

  • Page 53: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    26 seconds. Dur- Confirmation tone sounds once ing the DWA alarm, an alarm (if programmed). tone sounds and the indica- DWA is now switched off. tors flash. The type of alarm sound can be set by an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 54 Adjust DWA Switch on ignition ( 43). Briefly press INFO 1 repeat- Briefly press INFO 1 repeatedly edly until SETUP EQUIPMENT until menu item SETUP EQIP: ENTER is displayed. DWA is displayed. Press and hold INFO 1 to open Display line 2 shows AUTO. Briefly press INFO 1 repeatedly until SETUP MENU ENTER is Set value ON/OFF appears in...

  • Page 55: Clock

    Antilock Braking Clock The SETUP EQUIPMENT menu is opened. System (ABS) Setting clock Briefly press INFO 2 repeat- Deactivate ABS Requirement edly until SETUP EQIP:CLOCK The motorcycle is stopped. Switch on the ignition. TIME is displayed. Press and hold INFO 2. Switch on ignition.

  • Page 56: Automatic Stability Control

    The ASC/DTC setting remains tor light 3 and then the ABS unchanged. indicator and warning light 2 change their display behavior. ABS indicator light lights The ASC/DTC setting remains unchanged. Release button 1 within two ABS indicator light goes seconds. out, and starts to flash if ABS indicator light contin- self-diagnosis has not been com-...

  • Page 57: Dynamic Traction Control

    Dynamic Traction Switch on ASC DTC indicator light starts to light up. Control (DTC) Release button 1 within two with Dynamic Traction Control seconds. (DTC) DTC indicator light contin- ues to be lit up. Deactivating DTC Switch on the ignition. DTC is deactivated.

  • Page 58: Electronic Chassis And Suspension

    has not been completed, it be- To set the spring preload: gins to flash. Start engine ( 75). Release button 1 within two Press and hold button 3 in seconds. each case until desired set- DTC indicator light remains ting is displayed. off or continues to flash.

  • Page 59: Riding Mode

    Dynamic ESA NOTICE Use of the riding modes Each time the riding mode is BMW Motorrad has developed 4 changed, first the basic damp- Details on the selectable driving riding scenarios for your motor- ing setting is provided. Then it...

  • Page 60: Cruise-Control System

    DYNAMIC PRO: for sporty riding. When the motorcycle is sta- tionary, the selected riding mode is activated after approx. 2 seconds. The new riding mode is acti- vated during operation under the following conditions: Throttle grip is in idle position. The riding modes 1 are dis- Press button 1 repeatedly un- Brake levers are not operated.
  • Page 61 Switch on cruise-control Press button 1 forward and Adjustment range of hold. system cruise-control system The motorcycle accelerates steplessly. 12...112 mph (20...180 km/h) If button 1 is no longer Cruise-control system indi- pressed, the speed reached is cator light lights up. maintained and saved.
  • Page 62 tion, the cruise-control system grip, the motorcycle will decel- The motorcycle decelerates steplessly. is automatically deactivated for erate only to the cruising speed safety reasons. saved in memory, even though If button 1 is no longer you might have intended slowing pressed, the speed reached is Cruise-control system indicator to a lower speed.

  • Page 63: Heated Handlebar Grips

    Heated handlebar grips NOTICE with heated grips If the heated handlebar grips Operating heated grips threaten to overheat, they are automatically switched off. Start engine. NOTICE The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is The icon for the second heating running.

  • Page 64: Seat

    Icon for heating stages is hid- Lay the seat on a clean sur- den. face. The heating is deactivated. Install seat Seat Removing seat Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and level. Position the seat with mounts 1 in buffers 2 on left and right.

  • Page 65: Setting

    Setting Mirrors ......64 Headlight ......64 Wind shield .

  • Page 66: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Slide protective cap 1 over screw fitting. Adjusting mirrors Headlight Adjusting headlight for RHD/LHD traffic This motorcycle's headlight fea- tures a symmetrical low beam. No special adjustments or proce- dures are required prior to oper- Slide up protective cap 1 for ating the motorcycle in a coun- threaded connection on mirror try where traffic travels on the...

  • Page 67: Wind Shield

    If there are doubts as to the cor- Requirement rect headlight range, have the The motorcycle is stopped. adjustment checked by a spe- cialized workshop, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Headlight range When the spring pretension ad- adjustment justment is no longer able to...

  • Page 68: Brakes

    Spring preload Move windshield up or down. When adjusting, make sure the without Dynamic ESA windshield is not scratched. The windshield is held in the Setting upper or lower end positions The spring preload must be by spring force. adjusted to the weight of the rider, passenger and load.
  • Page 69 Make sure there is no load on Adjustment of spring the motorcycle, removing any preload dependent on cargo or luggage. loading Spring deflection of rear wheel 0.39 in (10 mm) (One-up with- out load) 0.6 in (16 mm) (One-up with load) Hold motorcycle in vertical po- 1 in (26 mm) (Two-up with...

  • Page 70: Damping

    tool kit to turn the adjustment An increase in spring preload ring 2 in direction B. requires firmer damping, a re- duction in spring preload re- To decrease the spring deflec- tion (increase spring preload), quires softer damping. use the tool from the onboard Adjust compression tool kit to turn the adjustment damping on front wheel...
  • Page 71 Compression stage, ba- Rebound stage, basic sic setting, front setting, front Position 3 (standard setting Position 3 (standard setting with rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) with rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) Position 7 (sport-oriented set- Position 7 (sport-oriented set- ting with rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) ting with rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) Rebound-stage damping Factory settings at front...
  • Page 72 ing 2 points to higher figure on scale. To decrease damping: turn adjusting screw with tool from onboard tool kit so that mark- ing 2 points to a lower figure on the scale. Rebound stage, basic setting, rear Adjust rebound-stage damping Position 5 (One-up without with adjusting screw 1 and yel- load)

  • Page 73: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....72 Observe checklist ....74 Starting .

  • Page 74: Safety Instructions

    Your authorized Test the clearance of your mo- loading information. BMW Motorrad retailer will be torcycle at an angle in safe sit- happy to advise you and has Adjust spring preload and uations.
  • Page 75 Top speed to the center of the motorcycle Speed limit for driving as possible. with tank rucksack DANGER Observe the maximum pay- load and maximum speed as max 99 mph (max 160 km/h) Maximum speed of the mo- indicated on the label in the torcycle is higher than the case (see also the chapter Speed...

  • Page 76: Observe Checklist

    Burn hazard Modifications Use unleaded fuel only. Comply with all specified main- CAUTION ATTENTION tenance intervals. Intense heating up of engine Modifications to the motor- ATTENTION and exhaust system while cycle (e.g. engine control riding unit, throttle valves, clutch) Unburned fuel in the catalytic Burn hazard Damage to the affected parts, converter...

  • Page 77: Starting

    a gear engaged. The engine will Check tire tread depth Checking coolant level 136). 134). switch itself off if it is started with the transmission in neutral and Check secure hold of cases Lubricate chain ( 160). then a gear is engaged before and luggage.
  • Page 78 engine again, or use jumper ca- Phase 1 with cruise control bles and a donor battery to start. Depending on the equipment, More detailed information can the indicator and warning lights 5 be found in the "Maintenance" light up. chapter under "Jump-starting". The tachometer needle 3 is Engine starts.
  • Page 79 The self-diagnosis routine Phase 2 as soon as possible at an is determining whether Check wheel sensors while authorized specialist workshop, BMW Motorrad ASC is ready for starting off. preferably an authorized operation. The self-diagnosis ABS indicator light flashes. BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 80 The self-diagnosis routine Check the display of all indica- is determining whether tor and warning lights. The ASC function is not BMW Motorrad DTC is ready for available, as the self-diagnosis DTC self-diagnosis not operation. The self-diagnosis function has not been...

  • Page 81: Breaking In

    (300...1000 km)) authorized service facility, no full throttle (Odometer preferably an authorized Brake pads reading 0...621 miles BMW Motorrad Retailer. New brake pads must be run in (0...1000 km)) before they achieve their opti- Breaking in Observe mileage, after which mum friction force.

  • Page 82: Shifting Gears

    Tires Shifting gears Shiftpoint light goes out: shift- ing speed reached. New tires have a smooth sur- Shiftpoint light face. This must be roughened by The engine rpm limits and the riding in a restrained manner at shiftpoint lamp's display char- various lean angles until the tires acteristics can both be adjusted are run in.
  • Page 83 To engage idle, pull clutch and reaction. BMW Motorrad actuate shift lever. recommends disengaging the clutch for shifts in these circumstances. Riders should avoid using the Gear Shift...

  • Page 84: Brakes

    Brakes Locking up of the front wheel Reduced of braking action, de- is prevented by BMW Motorrad struction of the brakes caused by How do you achieve Race ABS. overheating the shortest stopping With the frequently instructed Use both front and rear brakes, distances? "forced braking,"...

  • Page 85: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Use on public roads ABS Pro is available in all rid- WARNING ing modes. Support varies de- ABS Pro helps make riding your pending on the selected riding motorcycle on public roads even Poorer braking action due to mode and decreases from RAIN safer.

  • Page 86: Refueling

    Center stand On slopes point the motorcycle ATTENTION uphill and engage 1st gear. with center stand Poor ground conditions in Refueling Switch off engine. area of stand Fuel specifications Component damage cause by ATTENTION tipping over Requirement Poor ground conditions in Always check that the ground For optimal fuel economy, the area of stand...
  • Page 87 Refueling procedure Do not refuel with E85, i.e. Damage to surfaces (become fuel with an ethanol content unattractive or cloudy) of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel. WARNING Immediately clean plastic sur- faces after contact with fuel. Fuels with a maximum ethanol Fuel is highly flammable content of 10 %, i.e.

  • Page 88: Securing Motorcycle For Trans

    Securing motorcycle NOTICE for transport The "usable fuel quantity" spec- Protect all component surfaces ified in the technical data is the against which straps are routed fuel quantity, which can be re- against scratching. For exam- fueled if the fuel tank was com- ple, use adhesive tape or soft pletely emptied, i.e., if the engine cloths.
  • Page 89 with the assistance of a second Tension straps downward. person. Push motorcycle onto transport surface, and do not place on side stand. Fasten rear straps on both sides to the brackets of the passenger footrests and then tighten them. Tension all straps evenly; the motorcycle should be pulled ATTENTION down against its springs with...

  • Page 91: On The Racetrack

    On the racetrack SETUP MENU ..... . 90 SETUP EQUIPMENT ....94 LAPTIMER .

  • Page 92: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU Overview SETUP MENU Select submenu ( 91). SETUP EQUIPMENT Display submenu. with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) SETUP RACETRACK Display submenu. Exit SETUP MENU Exit settings ( 93). — Solid line means: briefly press TRIP/INFO rocker switch. ‑ ‑ Dotted line means: press and hold TRIP/INFO rocker switch.
  • Page 93 Selecting submenu ignition DWA AUTO ON or leave the start and finally to the desired display. deactivated DWA AUTO OFF. Requirement Set time display CLOCK TIME. Press and hold INFO 2. The motorcycle is stopped. Set brightness DISP BRIGHT. The first submenu SETUP Switch-on speed for shiftpoint Requirement EQUIPMENT ENTER is offered.
  • Page 94 SETUP RACETRACK with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with Dynamic Traction Control Changeover of the headlight (DTC) flasher button for starting time Set LAPTIMER display version: recording. LAPTM TRIG AUTO: Running lap time LAPTM RUN, Operation via headlight flasher the required time for the button or infrared receiver;...
  • Page 95 Exiting settings Repeatedly press TRIP 1 or INFO 2 until SETUP MENU EXIT is displayed. Press and hold INFO 2 to exit SETUP MENU. SETUP MENU ENTER is indi- cated. Press and hold TRIP 1 until multifunction display is switched over to standard display.

  • Page 96: Setup Equipment

    SETUP EQUIPMENT Switch-on speed of Switch-off speed of shifting flasher shifting flasher Display brightness Adjustment of the switch-on Adjustment of the switch-off Five different intensities are avail- speed for the shiftpoint light. speed for the shiftpoint light. able for adjusting the display Reading display range Reading display range brightness.
  • Page 97 Brightness of shifting Flashing frequency of GPS time flasher shiftpoint light with preparation for navigation system with navigation system Adjustment of shifting flasher Adjustment of flashing frequency brightness as a percentage of of shifting flasher in Hz (1/s). the maximum brightness. Reading display range Selection of the time: The The shifting flasher remains...

  • Page 98: Laptimer

    LAPTIMER LAP TIMER The fastest of the stored laps, marked with "BESTLAP" The display in these lines Multifunction display can be switched over. The all-time best lap time, without a marking Individualize LAPTIMER 98). The running time of the current LAPTIMER display struc- ture ( 107)
  • Page 99 Overview of LAP TIMER Interrupt/continue time en- try. ( Start time recording 98). Individualize LAPTIMER 98). — Solid line means: briefly press TRIP/INFO rocker switch. ‑ ‑ Dotted line means: press and hold TRIP/INFO rocker switch.
  • Page 100 Individualizing LAPTIMER LAPTIMER display structure Time recording RUN 2 is run- 107) ning. When driving over Start/Finish Starting time recording line, press button 1 again to start recording for next race Requirement lap. The LAPTIMER is opened. The data of the preceding race lap will be saved.
  • Page 101 Interrupting time entry the right-hand fairing side panel 178). Requirement In the SETUP RACETRACK, Time recording is running. the LAPTIMER trigger mode must be set to LAPTM TRIG AUTO or LAPTM TRIG EX- TERN ( 109). Operation with the headlight flasher button is also possible Press and hold TRIP 1 to stop with the integrated infrared re-...
  • Page 102 does counting begin at lap 1 again. ODO is displayed.

  • Page 103: Race Info

    RACE INFO RACE INFO Part 1 Delete all-time best lap. Information on current best Three displays in alterna- tion Information on race lap 103) Deleting currently best lap. Information on last lap Deleting the last lap. Information on additional laps Select saved lap ( 103).
  • Page 104 RACE INFO Part 2 Information on lap 01 Select saved lap ( 103). Information on race lap 103) Delete lap ( 104). Information on lap 02 Total of all lap times and lap distances Clear recording ( 104). Delete all-time best lap. Exit RACE INFO ( 105).
  • Page 105 Selecting saved lap Information on race lap Each time that INFO 2 is pressed, the saved laps and Requirement functions are displayed in the The motorcycle is stopped. following order; each time that TRIP 1 is pressed, they are Requirement displayed in reverse order: RACE INFO is displayed.
  • Page 106 Time of displayed race lap. Either briefly press INFO 2 to If the all-time best lap does not skip deleting of all-time best have a lap number, it is from a Driving mode used most lap. recording that has already been for driving;...
  • Page 107 Exiting RACE INFO Activating standard If one of the recorded laps is deleted, it is replaced as fol- display lows: BEST: The lap that previously had been the second best lap is adopted as the new best lap. LAST: The lap that previously had been the second-to-the- last lap is adopted as the new last lap.
  • Page 108 ODO is displayed.

  • Page 109: Setup Racetrack

    SETUP RACETRACK with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) LAPTIMER display structure The LAPTIMER display struc- ture can be selected from six ver- sions. Version 2 Version 3 The required time of the previous The required time of the previous lap is shown in the third line and lap is shown in the third line and the running time of the current the best lap time of the stored...
  • Page 110 Version 4 Version 5 Version 6 Running time of the current lap The funning time of the cur- The third line remains empty and is shown in the third line and the rent lap is shown in the third line the running time of the current total of all lap times is shown in and the all-time best lap time...
  • Page 111 Display duration for last Anti-rebound time for Reading display range stopped time starting a new lap OFF, 10, 30, 45, 60 Factory setting: 10 LAP TIMER trigger mode Adjustment of the display dura- When determining the lap times, tion in seconds. the time can be set which must elapse after the first received sig- After the start of a new lap, the...
  • Page 112 MANUAL: Only the headlight flasher button is accepted as a trigger source.

  • Page 113: Technology In De

    Technology in detail General notes ..... . 112 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ..112 Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) .

  • Page 114: General Notes

    More information on the topic of How does ABS work? technology is available at: What happens when The maximum braking force that bmw-motorrad.com/technol- rough roads are can be transferred to the road encountered? surface is partially dependent on the friction coefficient of the road...
  • Page 115 Under these circumstances the nosis routine must be completed rear wheel can lift off the ground, before the error will be displayed. BMW Motorrad Race ABS and the outcome can be a high- Apart from problems on the noticeable to the rider?
  • Page 116 ABS Pro adjusts the ABS con- momentum take over and even WARNING trol to the angle of inclination of BMW Motorrad Race ABS is un- the motorcycle in dependence Failure to have maintenance able to counteract their effects. on the respective riding situa- performed on the brake sys- tion.

  • Page 117: Dynamic Traction Control

    Special situations Advantages for the rider more precise and comfortable adjustments. The advantages of ABS Pro for As lean angles increase, accel- the rider are sensitive response eration potential is also progres- Traction Control compares the and high braking and riding sta- sively restricted by the laws of wheel circumferential speeds of bility with the best possible de-...

  • Page 118: Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    This case cannot engaged. Starting from the ROAD basic set- be controlled by BMW Motorrad ting, the damping can also be set DTC. If the front wheel loses con- harder with DYNAMIC.

  • Page 119: Riding Mode

    No brake pressure in the brake riding with series tires recom- with riding modes Pro system. mended by BMW Motorrad. The DYNAMIC DYNAMIC PRO driving mode as- To retain this state, one of the DYNAMIC PRO...

  • Page 120: Rain Riding Mode

    ABS for rear wheel is activated. with Dynamic Traction Control First the desired riding mode is (DTC) The rear wheel lift-off detec- preselected. The new selection tion function is activated. The is not activated until the specified rear wheel is to remain on the conditions are present in all af- The DTC system intervenes ground at all times.

  • Page 121: Road Riding Mode

    The maximum torque is not ABS for rear wheel is activated. with Dynamic Traction Control provided. The torque curve for (DTC) The rear wheel lift-off detec- rain applies. tion function is activated. The The overrun cutoff is activated. rear wheel is to remain on the The DTC system intervenes ground at all times.

  • Page 122: Dynamic Riding Mode

    The overrun acoustics are de- ABS for rear wheel is activated. Basic setting = DYNAMIC activated. Support is reduced compared Throttle response to the ROAD riding mode. DYNAMIC riding mode The engine's response is opti- ABS Pro is available. Support mal and direct.
  • Page 123 one-up using tires with very good after the ignition is switched off If DTC has been deactivated, adhesion. and then on again. DTC remains deactivated even after the ignition is switched off and then on again. The ABS system intervenes The DTC controller assumes with Dynamic ESA later in this riding mode than...

  • Page 124: Switchable Chassis Control Sys

    Switchable chassis The rear wheel lift-off detection The front wheel lift-off detec- is deactivated. The rear wheel tion is deactivated. Any desired control systems can lift off the ground! wheelies are possible. Flipping Riding without ABS, ASC over backwards is possible! with ABS Pro or DTC Pro Gear Shift...
  • Page 125 upshifting, but must instead Gear Shift Assistant can exe- Upshifts remain open. cute a new gear change. The Upshifting is supported until load factor (throttle grip position) During deceleration and down- the idling speed is reached in should remain constant both prior shifts (throttle valve closed) the the target gear.

  • Page 127: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....126 Fuses ......158 Onboard tool kit .

  • Page 128: General Instructions

    DVD, which sert Adjusting rebound-stage you can obtain from your autho- Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 damping at rear wheel rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Removing fairing side 69). panel ( 151). Special tools and thorough spe- Spare fuses with puller tool...

  • Page 129: Front Wheel Stand

    Removing battery without center stand 156). stand. Place motorcycle on an auxil- iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- Rear-wheel stand Front wheel stand ommends the BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand. Mounting rear-wheel Mounting front-wheel Mounting rear-wheel stand...

  • Page 130: Engine Oil

    Read oil level in display 1. level is temperature-depen- BMW Motorrad recommends dent (the higher the tempera- BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC ture, the higher the oil level) Ultimate oil.

  • Page 131: Brake System

    Add engine oil up to specified Have the brakes checked at an level. authorized workshop, preferably Park motorcycle, ensuring that an authorized BMW Motorrad Check engine oil level ( 128). support surface is firm and retailer. Install cap of oil fill location 1.
  • Page 132 Park motorcycle, ensuring that an authorized service facil- support surface is firm and ity, preferably an authorized level. BMW Motorrad retailer. If genuine BMW Motorrad brake pads are not installed, be sure to check thickness of brake-pad carrier plate. Front brake-pad wear limit WARNING min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
  • Page 133 Have brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- Align handlebars so that brake- ity, preferably an authorized fluid reservoir is positioned hor- BMW Motorrad retailer. izontally. Checking front brake fluid level Rear brake-pad wear limit WARNING min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
  • Page 134 If brake fluid level falls below the The brake fluid level in the brake- approved level: approved level: fluid reservoir drops due to brake Have defect corrected as soon pad wear. as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 135: Clutch

    Have the clutch checked by an Insufficient brake fluid in the authorized workshop, preferably 0.02...0.04 in (0.5...1.0 mm) brake-fluid reservoir an authorized BMW Motorrad (on the handlebar fitting, when Considerably reduced braking retailer. the engine is cold) performance caused by air in the...

  • Page 136: Coolant

    To decrease clutch play: turn the screw 2 out of handlebar fitting. Check clutch lever play 133). Repeat these operations until the clutch play is correctly ad- justed. Coolant Read off coolant level on ex- Required coolant level pansion tank 1. Direction of Checking coolant level view: from front looking at in- Park motorcycle, ensuring that...

  • Page 137: Tires

    Close cap of expansion tank. level. by a specialist service facil- ity, preferably an authorized Check tire pressures against Tires BMW Motorrad retailer. data below. Checking tire pressure Tire pressure, front WARNING 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) Incorrect tire inflation pres-...

  • Page 138: Wheels

    Replace the worn tires. Risk of accident due to poorer BMW Motorrad retailer. In some rideability cases the data stored in the Wheels If necessary, replace the tyres control units must be adapted to...
  • Page 139 Carefully pull brake calipers back and outward to remove them from brake rotors. Raise front of motorcy- cle, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front wheel stand, continuing until the wheel rotates freely. Mounting front-wheel stand Detach wheel speed sensor Push brake pads 1 slightly 127).
  • Page 140 Remove the screw 1. Pull quick-release axle 1 out Remove spacer bushing 1 from while supporting the front the wheel hub. Loosen axle clamping wheel. screws 2. Installing front wheel Place front wheel down and Slightly press the quick-release roll it forward out of the front axle inward for a better grip on WARNING suspension.
  • Page 141 Always have the tightening Roll front wheel into front torques checked by a spe- suspension. cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install screw 1 with specified torque. Brace quick-release axle on the right side at the same time.
  • Page 142 Tighten axle clamping screws 1 Clamping screw in axle Clamping screw in axle to appropriate torque. adapter adapter Tightening sequence: Tighten Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other between one and the other each time each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
  • Page 143 Remove adhesive tape from 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) back. wheel rim. Removing rear wheel WARNING Raise motorcycle, preferably with a BMW Motorrad rear- Brake pads do not contact wheel stand. the brake disc Mounting rear-wheel stand Risk of accident due to delayed 127).
  • Page 144 Remove nut 1 with washer. Remove quick-release axle 2 Remove screw 1 and detach and take out adjusting plate 1. brake line from bracket 2. Loosen lock nuts 2 on left and right. Loosen adjusting screws 3 on left and right. Remove adjusting plate 4 and slide axle as far as possible to- ward inside.
  • Page 145 During removal, make an authorized BMW Motorrad sure that the parts are not dam- retailer. Make sure that wheel speed aged or lost.
  • Page 146 through the shim in the brake- caliper support and the rear wheel. Make sure that quick-release axle meets the recess for key surfaces. Roll rear wheel further into Roll rear wheel as far forward swing arm while simultaneously as possible and lay chain 1 on pushing brake caliper carrier 1 sprocket.

  • Page 147: Light Sources

    Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and level. Turn off ignition. Fasten brake line in holder 2 Remove cover 2 to replace and install screw 1. light source for high-beam headlight. Adjust chain tension ( 161). Light sources Remove cover 1 to replace light source for low-beam Replacing light sources...
  • Page 148 circumstances the high levels of heat radiation can damage the headlight assembly. Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for high-beam Release wire spring 4 from headlight Install light source 5. Start by catch on left and right and fold inserting lug 6, then press light H7 / 12 V / 55 W source into socket.
  • Page 149 Install cover. Replace defective light source. Bulb for parking light Replacing light source for left-hand side light Park motorcycle, ensuring that W5W / 12 V / 5 W support surface is firm and To prevent dirt from being de- level. posited on the glass surface, Turn off ignition.
  • Page 150 Insert socket 3 in headlight Remove cover 1. Remove light source 4 from housing so that retainer 2 en- socket. gages. Replace defective light source. Install cover. Bulb for parking light Replacing light source for right-hand side light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and To prevent contaminants from...
  • Page 151 Install cover. Replacing front and rear turn indicator light sources Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and level. Switch off ignition. Insert light source 4 in light Remove the lens from the source socket. housing by pulling it outward on the side with the screw.
  • Page 152 In hold the light source. this case: Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. License plate light If the taillight LEDs for the li- cense plate light have failed, the Insert inside end of lens into taillight must be replaced.

  • Page 153: Fairings And Panels

    Installing fairing side Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized panel BMW Motorrad retailer. Fairings and panels Removing fairing side panel NOTICE Remove screw 1 on inside of The working steps described fairing side panel. here for the right fairing side...

  • Page 154: Jump-Starting

    Releasing inner trim Align inner trim and insert in upper section of fairing 3. Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and level. Release inner trim 2. Do not pull on cable 4 for power socket when doing so. Install screws 1.

  • Page 155: Battery

    ing attempt in order to protect The battery of the donor vehi- ATTENTION cle must not exceed a voltage starter motor and donor bat- of 12 V. tery. Current too high when jump- Allow both engines to idle for a starting the motorcycle Do not disconnect battery from few minutes before disconnect-...
  • Page 156 Disconnect the battery be- BMW Motorrad retailer. NOTICE fore charging on the battery Charge disconnected battery terminals. BMW Motorrad has developed a via onboard socket. trickle-charger specially designed ATTENTION for compatibility with the elec- NOTICE tronics of your motorcycle. Using...
  • Page 157 socket is switched off when this Once battery is fully charged, happens. disconnect charger's terminal clips from battery terminals. Comply with operating instruc- tions of charger. NOTICE NOTICE In the case of longer periods when the motorcycle is not be- If you are unable to charge the ing used, the battery must be battery via the onboard socket,...
  • Page 158 Connecting battery to with anti-theft alarm system with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) (DWA) vehicle First install positive battery ca- First install positive battery ca- ATTENTION ble 2. ble 2. Then install negative battery Incorrect battery disconnec- Then install negative battery cable 1.
  • Page 159 cluster to make sure the service with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) display is working properly. Remove the screw 1. Remove bracket 2. Lift out battery 3 upwards; if it Remove the screw 1. Place battery 3 in battery com- is difficult to move, moving it Remove bracket 2.

  • Page 160: Fuses

    156). an authorized specialized work- Install seat ( 62). shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Set clock ( 53). Remount fuse box 2. Make sure that lock 1 engages on both sides. Install seat (...

  • Page 161: Data Link Connector

    Only have the data link con- nected at the diagnostic con- 7.5 A (Lap trigger, left mul- nector disconnected by a spe- nector 2. tifunction switch, rotational cialist workshop or other autho- speed sensor) rized persons during your next BMW Service appointment.

  • Page 162: Chain

    62). Clean drive chain with suitable cleaning agent, dry and apply chain lubricant. To extend and maximize the chain's service life BMW Motorrad recommends Using a screwdriver, push the using BMW Motorrad chain chain in the middle between lubricant or:...
  • Page 163 the pinion and sprocket and Tighten nut 1 to the specified measure the chain sag A. torque. Chain sag Rear-wheel quick-release axle in swinging arm 1.8...2 in (45...50 mm) (Motor- Thread-locking compound: cycle unloaded on side stand) mechanical with lowered 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) 1.4...1.8 in (35...45 mm) (Mo- Loosen nut 1.
  • Page 164 Permissible chain length max 5.7 in (max 144.30 mm) (Measured over the center of 10 rivets, chain tensioned) If the chain has reached the max- imum approved length: Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 165: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....164 Onboard power sockets ... 164 Case ....... 165 Topcase .

  • Page 166: General Instructions

    Use of products from other BMW assumes responsibility for connected to the power sock- manufacturers these products. BMW shall not ets can be operated. Safety risk be liable for unapproved parts and accessory products of any...

  • Page 167: Case

    switching off the ignition to re- duce the strain on the onboard electrical system. Additional devices with low power con- sumption are possibly not de- tected by the vehicle electron- ics. In these cases, onboard sockets are already switched off shortly after the ignition is switched off.
  • Page 168 Removing cases multaneously pulling the case outward. with case carrier, left/right Then lift case out of lower mounting. Installing cases with case carrier, left/right Insert the case in the case car- rier 1, then swing as far as possible onto mount 2. Turn the key 1 to position RE- Pull the black release lever 3 LEASE.

  • Page 169: Topcase

    If you cannot find your combination of motorcycle and case on the label, contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer. If a case wobbles or is difficult to Use the screws 1 inside the case The following values apply to the fit, it must be adapted to the gap for this purpose.
  • Page 170 tion. Under such circumstances, Pull release lever all the way ensure that the key is not in the Topcase. Topcase lid can be opened. Closing Topcase with luggage rack Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1. Press release lever 1 down un- til it engages.
  • Page 171 Mounting Topcase with luggage rack WARNING Topcase not properly se- cured Driving safety is impaired Topcase must not shake and Turn key in Topcase lock into must be fastened clearance- Hook Topcase into luggage Position 1. free. rack. Make sure that hooks 2 engage securely in their re- Handle pops out.
  • Page 172 2, large, 49 l tion of motorcycle and topcase with luggage rack on the sign, contact your autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The following values apply to the combination described here: Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1.
  • Page 173 Pull release lever 1 all the way Press release lever 1 down un- Turn key in Topcase lock into til it engages. Position 1. Close topcase lid and hold it Turn key 2 in Topcase lock Handle pops out. down. Ensure that no items to the LOCK position and re- are trapped between cover and move.
  • Page 174 Mount Topcase with topcase 2, large, 49 l with luggage rack WARNING Topcase not properly se- cured Driving safety is impaired Hook the topcase into the lug- Turn key in Topcase lock into Topcase must not shake and gage rack 1. Make sure that Position 1 and remove.

  • Page 175: Navigation System

    Navigation system Navigation device engages. Check that the navigation de- Install navigation device vice is secure in the cradle. with preparation for navigation The red mark 2 must no longer system be visible. with navigation system Remove navigation device with preparation for navigation system with navigation system Insert the navigation device into...
  • Page 176 3. NOTICE The following description refers to the BMW Motorrad Naviga- tor V and the BMW Motorrad Navigator VI. The BMW Motorrad Navigator IV does not offer all options described. Swing the cover 5 to the front...
  • Page 177 Compass and Medi- grayed-out if no home address long actuation to the left. aplayer page. is set). Menu items on the BMW special Mute: Switch automatic navi- menu are selected by turning the gation announcements (off: the Multi-Controller.
  • Page 178 Bluetooth Call home: Calls the phone device as per A2DP standard, number stored in the navigator e.g., a BMW Motorrad communi- (only displayed when a phone cation system. is connected). Mediaplayer Warning and status displays of...
  • Page 179 Security settings the motorcycle while switched Detailed information cannot be on, a security prompt asking for The BMW Motorrad Navigator V displayed for all warnings. the PIN to be entered is issued. can be secured against unau- thorized use with a four-digit PIN...

  • Page 180: Connector For Optional Ac

    Connector for optional Under right-hand fairing Under left-hand fairing side panel side panel accessories Equipment The vehicle is equipped with the following connectors for special and racing accessories: Infrared receiver Spring travel sensor Optional accessory HP Race Data Logger Connector for infrared re- Plug for special and racing ceiver accessories:...
  • Page 181 Underneath seat Under rear carrier with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Connector for DWA and HP Race data logger Plug for rear additional on- Terminating resistor board socket Connector for DWA and NOTICE HP Race data logger The connector for the additional onboard socket 1 tied back be- Underneath seat hind the rear trim panel 2 on the...

  • Page 182: Sories

    Mounting special and sion, the cable times must not be tightened until the end. racing accessories Requirement ATTENTION To access connectors, remove respective fairing side panel, pas- Penetration of dirt and mois- senger seat and/or hump cover. ture in the open connector Malfunctions Remove fairing side panel Remount cover cap or termi-...

  • Page 183: Care

    Care Care products ..... 182 Washing your motorcycle ..182 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 184: Care Products

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

  • Page 185: Cleaning Sensitive Motorcy

    Rubber Use of unsuitable cleaning Chrome Treat rubber components with agents water or BMW rubber protection Carefully clean chrome parts Damage to plastic surfaces coating agent. with plenty of water and Do not use abrasive cleaners or...

  • Page 186: Paint Care

    Spray the brake and clutch mends removing tar stains with lever, and the center and side Washing the motorcycle regu- BMW tar remover. Then add stand pivots with a suitable lu- larly will help counteract the long- a protective wax coating to the bricant.

  • Page 187: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 186 Performance data ....201 Threaded fasteners ....187 Fuel.

  • Page 188: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 85). Battery drained Charge connected battery ( 154).

  • Page 189: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Screw in front-wheel quick-re- lease axle M20 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Clamping screw in axle adapter M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Radial brake calipers on the axle adapter...
  • Page 190 Rear wheel Value Valid Lock nut of the drive chain ten- sioning screw 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Rear-wheel quick-release axle in swinging arm M24 x 1.5 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) mechanical Swinging-arm adapter on rear wheel swinging arm M8 x 40 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Screw on adjustment ring M5 x 25...

  • Page 191: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel quality Premium grade unleaded fuel (max. 5 % ethanol, 91 AKI (98 ROZ/RON) 93 AKI Alternative fuel quality Super unleaded - with performance penalty (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 89 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx.

  • Page 192: Engine Oil

    SAE 5W-40, API SJ/JASO MA2, Additives (for in- stance, molybdenum-based substances) are pro- hibited, because they would attack the coatings on engine components, BMW Motorrad recom- mends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.8 quarts (max 0.8 l), Difference between...

  • Page 193: Engine

    Engine Engine number location Right crankcase lower section, behind the coolant pump Engine type 104EC Engine design Water/oil-cooled 4-cylinder four-cycle in-line en- gine with four valves per cylinders and two over- head cams Displacement 999 cc (999 cm Cylinder bore 3.1 in (80 mm) Piston stroke 2 in (49.7 mm)

  • Page 194: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch, slipper clutch Transmission Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated in engine housing Transmission gear ratios 1.652 (76/46 teeth), Primary gear ratio 2.647 (45/17 teeth), 1st gear 2.091 (46:22 teeth), 2nd gear 1.727 (38:22 teeth), 3rd gear 1.500 (33:22 teeth), 4th gear 1.360 (34:25 teeth), 5th gear 1.261 (29:23 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 195: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Type of rear suspension Aluminum swinging arm Number of teeth of rear-wheel drive (Pinion/ 17/45 sprocket) Secondary gear ratio 2.647 Frame Frame design Aluminum composite bridge frame, load-sharing engine Location of type plate Frame at front right on steering head Location of the vehicle identification number Frame at front right on steering head...

  • Page 196: Suspension

    Suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks Spring travel, front 5.9 in (150 mm), on front wheel with lowered 4.7 in (120 mm), on front wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Aluminum swinging arm Type of final drive Chain drive Spring travel, rear 5.5 in (140 mm), on rear wheel...

  • Page 197: Brakes

    Brakes Front wheel Type of front brake Hydraulic radially operated twin disc brake with 4- piston radial fixed caliper and floating brake discs Front brake pad material Sintered metal Front brake-disk thickness 0.18 in (4.5 mm), New min 0.16 in (min 4.0 mm), Wear limit ±0.02 ±0.4 Free travel of brake actuation (Front wheel brake)

  • Page 198: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is avail- able from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com. Speed category of front/rear tires W, minimum requirement: 168 mph (270 km/h)
  • Page 199 Rear wheel Rear wheel design Aluminum cast wheel Rear-wheel rim size 6.0" x 17" Rear tire designation 190/55 ZR 17 Load index for rear tire Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 1.6 oz (max 45 g) Balance weight for rear wheel (Half of each max 2.8 oz (max 80 g) weights must be attached on the right and left of the rim respectively)

  • Page 200: Electrical System

    Electrical system Fuses Fuse 1 15 A, Instrument cluster, anti-theft alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic socket, coil for main relay Fuse 2 7.5 A, Lap trigger, left multifunction switch, rota- tional speed sensor Fuse 3 30 A, Voltage regulator, basic module, main relay, engine electronics, ABS, Dynamic ESA Battery Battery design...

  • Page 201: Dimensions

    Bulb for taillight/brake light Light source for license plate light Integrated in taillight Maximum number of defective LEDS in the tail- lamp Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Dimensions Motorcycle length...

  • Page 202: Weights

    Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 74.6 in (1894 mm), without rider at unladen weight with rider's seat, low 73.2 in (1859 mm), without rider at unladen weight with lowered 70.5 in (1790 mm), without rider at unladen weight Weights Vehicle curb weight 503 lbs (228 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE...

  • Page 203: Performance Data

    Performance data Top speed Approx. 155 mph (Approx. 250 km/h)

  • Page 205: Service

    Reporting safety defects ... 204 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 205 BMW Motorrad Service History ..205 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services .

  • Page 206: Reporting Safety Defects

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

  • Page 207: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad retailer. network, BMW Motorrad Entries can attend to you and your To ensure that your BMW con- Maintenance work that has been motorcycle in over 100 countries sistently remains in optimal con- performed is recorded in the di- around the globe.

  • Page 208: Bmw Motorrad Mobility

    More information on the topic of BMW Service assistance services in the event service is available at: BMW service is carried out once of a breakdown (BMW Roadside bmw-motorrad.com/service a year. The scope of the ser- Assistance, breakdown assis-...
  • Page 209 The required scope of mainte- nance work for your motorcy- cle can be found in the following maintenance schedule:...

  • Page 211: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW Running-in check (including oil change) BMW standard scope of service Engine oil change with fil- Check valve clearance Check timing Replace all spark plugs Replace air filter Oil change in the tele- scopic forks Change brake fluid in en-...

  • Page 212: Maintenance Confirmations

    Checking the lighting and signal system Functional check for engine starting suppression Final inspection and check for road safety Setting the service due date and remaining distance before next service using the BMW Motorrad diag- nosis system Checking charging state of battery...
  • Page 213 Confirm the BMW service in the vehicle literature...
  • Page 214 BMW pre-delivery BMW Running-in check Check performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 215 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 216 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 217 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 218 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 219 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 220 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 221 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 222 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 223 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 224 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 225 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...
  • Page 226 BMW Service Work performed performed BMW Service Engine oil change with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) latest Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element or, if reached earlier Oil change - telescopic fork...

  • Page 227: Service Confirmations

    Service confirmations The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional acces- sories and special campaigns performed. Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 228 Work performed at km Date...

  • Page 229: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi- lizer ....... . 228...

  • Page 230: Immobilizer

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 231 Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été la FCC annulaire. approuvée expressément Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa- conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut présente dans le des règles de la FCC.

  • Page 232: Index

    Technology in detail, 115 Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Breaking in, 79 Warning light, 34 Check front, 129 Average values Control, 19 Check rear, 130 Resetting, 50 Operating, 53 Brakes Self-diagnosis, 77 ABS Pro in detail, 114 Technology in detail, 112 Battery ABS Pro dependent on riding Charging connected...
  • Page 233 Clutch Date Care Adjusting play, 133 Adjusting, 38 Care products, 182 Checking operation, 133 Diagnostic connector Chrome, 183 fasten, 160 Checking play, 133 Fairings and panels, 183 Loosen, 159 Technical Data, 192 Paint preservation, 184 Dimensions Coolant Plastics, 183 Technical Data, 199 Check fill level, 134 Radiator, 183 Fluid level indicator, 17...
  • Page 234 Emergency on/off switch (kill Fall sensor Hazard warning flashers Indicator light, 33 switch) Control, 19 Frame Operating, 44 Technical Data, 193 Operating, 46 Position on motorcycle, 21 Front wheel stand Headlight Engine Mounting, 127 Adjusting for RHD/LHD Engine-electronics warning Fuel traffic, 64 light, 31 Fuel specifications, 84...
  • Page 235 Indicator lights, 22 Operation, 96 Mirrors Adjusting, 64 Overview, 24 RACE INFO, 101 Mobility Services, 206 Instrument cluster Starting time recording, 98 Indicator and warning light Motorcycle Lights panels, 22 Care, 181 Control, 19 Overview, 22 Cleaning, 181 Headlight courtesy delay Photosensor, 22 Parking, 83 feature, 45...
  • Page 236 Multifunction switch Left-side multifunction Rider's Manual (US Model) General view, left, 19 switch, 19 Position on motorcycle, 18 General view, right, 21 Multifunction display, 25 Riding mode Adjusting, 57 Right side of vehicle, 17 Right-hand multifunction Control, 21 Navigation device switch, 21 DYNAMIC, 120 Control, 19...
  • Page 237 SETUP Technical data Tires EQUIPMENT, 94 Battery, 198 Breaking in, 80 MENU, 90 Brakes, 195 Checking tire inflation pressures, 135 Shifting gears Clutch, 192 Shiftpoint light, 80 Checking tire tread depth, 135 Dimensions, 199 Spark plugs Inflation pressures, 197 Electrical system, 198 Technical data, 198 Engine, 191 Technical Data, 196...
  • Page 238 Overview, 24 Vehicle identification number Taillight and lights for parking Position on vehicle, 17 lights defective, 33 Weights Vehicle identification Load capacity table, 15 number, 17 Technical Data, 200 Wheels Checking wheel rims, 135 Warning lamps, 22 ABS, 34 Installing front wheel, 138 Alarm system, 37 Installing rear wheel, 143 ASC, 34...
  • Page 240 80788 Munich, Germany quently when servicing your Reprints and duplication of this vehicle. work, in whole or part, are pro- For more information visit: hibited without the express writ- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ ten approval of BMW Motorrad, passenger-vehicle Aftersales.
  • Page 241 Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01409467217* Order No.: 01 40 9 467 217 04.2018, 4th edition, 07...

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