Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad F 850 GS Adventure 2021
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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) F 850 GS Adventure MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
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Vehicle data Model Vehicle identification number Color number First registration License plate Retailer data Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Phone number Retailer's address/Phone (company stamp)
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WELCOME TO We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the family of BMW riders. Familiarize your- self with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confi- dently in all traffic situations.
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GENERAL INSTRUC- OPERATION TIONS Ignition switch/steer- Quick & easy reference ing lock Abbreviations and sym- Ignition with Key- bols less Ride Equipment EWS Electronic immo- Technical data bilizer Timeliness of the status Emergency-off switch of this manual Lights Additional sources of Hazard warning lights Turn indicators information...
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Displaying software TECHNOLOGY IN version DETAIL Displaying license in- General notes formation Anti-lock braking sys- tem (ABS) SETTING Traction control (DTC) Mirrors Dynamic engine Headlight brake control Windshield Dynamic ESA Clutch Riding mode Brake Dynamic Brake Con- Shifting trol Spring preload Tire pressure control Damping (RDC)
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USB charging socket Cases SERVICE Topcase Reporting safety de- Navigation system fects BMW Motorrad CARE Service BMW Motorrad Elec- Care products tronic service history Washing your motor- (eSH) cycle BMW Motorrad Mo- Cleaning sensitive bility Services motorcycle parts Maintenance proce-...
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APPENDIX Certificate for elec- tronic immobilizer Certificate for Key- less Ride Declaration of confor- mity for tire pressure control Certificate for tire pressure control Certificate for TFT instrument cluster Declaration of con- formity for anti-theft alarm INDEX...
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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...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special in- QUICK & EASY REFERENCE structions and precaution- Chapter 2 of these operating ary measures. Non-compliance instructions will provide you can cause damage to the vehi- with an initial overview of your cle or accessories and warranty motorcycle.
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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.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Internet from your BMW Motorrad re- tailer or other qualified service The Operating Instructions for partner or specialist workshop. your motorcycle, the operating and installation instructions for The information on the vehicle optional accessories and gen- documents always takes prece-...
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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...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS The vehicle data is read out via Electronic components such the vehicle's legally mandated as control units contain com- socket for onboard diagnosis ponents for storing technical (OBD). information. This may be infor- mation about the vehicle's con- Legal requirements for the dition, component load, events disclosure of data...
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The fault memory and event such as for repairs, servicing data recorder in the vehicle can processes, warranty cases and be reset by a BMW Motorrad quality assurance measures, retailer or other qualified this technical information can service partner or specialist...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Data about the use of Inter- lected apps, such as those for net services. This data can navigation or audio playback. The way the data is processed be stored locally in the ve- further is determined by the hicle or is on a device con- provider of the particular app nected to the vehicle, such...
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er's website. The relevant legal obtained from the particular information on data privacy is service provider. also provided there. Personal data may be used in order to provide online services. The data is exchanged over a se- cure connection, i.e. with the vehicle manufacturer's IT sys- tems which are intended for this purpose.
OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Onboard power socket 188) USB charging socket 189) Seat lock ( Setting the damping 104) Oil filler opening and oil level dipstick ( 150)
OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Spring preload setting 103) Brake fluid reservoir for rear wheel brake ( 155) Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake 154) Vehicle identification num- ber, type plate (on steering head) Coolant level indicator (be- hind the side trim panel) 157)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( TFT display ( DWA LED ( with Keyless Ride Indicator light for radio- operated key ( Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting)
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INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU INDICATOR LIGHTS...
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DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicator, left ( High beams ( General warning light Turn indicator, right DTC ( ABS ( Auxiliary headlight (...
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TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Changing operating focus 12 Muting ( 13 Operating assistance Tachometer ( 14 Heated grip settings Rider info. status line 15 Outside temperature warn- Speedometer ing ( Riding mode ( 16 Outside temperature Upshift recommendation Gear indicator, "N"...
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DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU Speedometer 12 Heated grip settings Adaptive cruise control 13 Outside temperature warn- Speed Limit Info ( ing ( Riding mode ( 14 Outside temperature Rider info. status line 15 Menu area Upshift recommendation Gear indicator, "N"...
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Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, values optimal. Layout White circle with small "i" 2: Warnings are displayed by the information. corresponding warning lights. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the warning message, value not general warning light in con- optimal.
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DISPLAYS White: (---) There is no valid ing the Multi-Controller to the value. Instead of the value, left. Check Control messages are dashes 5 are displayed. dynamically attached as addi- The evaluation of the indi- tional tabs to the pages in the vidual values is possible in menu 79).
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Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside temper- ature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key outside re- in range. ception range lights up Replacing the Remote key bat- yellow. battery of the ra- tery at 50%.
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up Anti-theft Anti-theft yellow. alarm battery alarm battery discharged discharged. lights up Coolant temper- Coolant temper- red. ature too high ature too high! Drive malfunction Engine! flashes red. Severe drive mal- function ( lights up Engine control...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights " " Transmission fault lights up " " Sensor faulty yellow. or system fault lights up Battery of the tire TPM sensors yellow. pressure sensor battery low. weak ( Fall sensor defec- Fall sensor tive ( faulty.
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. Limited DTC Traction con- availability trol limited. lights up. DTC error Traction con- trol failure! lights up DESA fault Spring strut yellow. adjustment faulty! Fuel reserve is be- Fuel down to ing used up.
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Outside temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice, even TFT display. above 37 °F (3 °C) Engine heat can lead to spuri- Accident hazard ous readings the outside tem- At a low outside temper- perature when the motorcycle ature, icy conditions must...
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The vehicle voltage is too low. Have any faulty radio-op- If you continue riding, the mo- erated keys replaced by a torcycle electronics will dis- BMW Motorrad retailer. charge the battery. Possible cause: Replacing the battery of the Consumers with high electri- radio-operated key cal consumption, e.g.
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If the malfunction persists or preferably an authorized occurs without any consumers BMW Motorrad retailer. connected, have the malfunc- Bulb faulty tion corrected as soon as lights up yellow. possible at a specialist work-...
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Left auxiliary workshop, preferably an au- headlight faulty! thorized BMW Motorrad re- Right auxiliary tailer. headlight faulty! Anti-theft alarm battery low Have checked by a spe- charge cialist workshop.
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Possible cause: Contact a specialist work- The anti-theft alarm battery shop, preferably an authorized no longer has its full capacity. BMW Motorrad retailer. The operation of the anti-theft Coolant temperature too high alarm system is only ensured lights up red.
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Continued riding is possi- have the fault rectified as ble, however it is not recom- quickly as possible by a spe- mended. cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- Engine control failure tailer. lights up yellow. Drive malfunction Engine! Have checked...
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Have the malfunction workshop, preferably an au- corrected as soon as possible thorized BMW Motorrad re- at a specialist workshop, tailer. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause:...
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DISPLAYS Tire pressure RDC sensor is not active with tire pressure monitor (TPM) min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) For the tire pressure display, in (The RDC sensor transmits addition to the MY VEHICLE its signal to the vehicle only menu window and the Check once the minimum speed has Control messages, there is also...
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On the back cover of the op- For further information about erating instructions the BMW Motorrad tire pres- Instrument cluster in the sure control (RDC), see the TIRE view Technology in detail ( 141) PRESSURE Sign underneath the seat chapter.
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BMW Motorrad retailer. age, preferably by an autho- Possible cause: rized BMW Motorrad retailer. The radio link to the RDC sen- The RDC warning mes- sors is disrupted. There are sage can be deactivated radio systems in the surround- in the off-road mode.
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Function lim- rected at a specialist work- ited. Have checked by a shop, preferably an authorized specialist workshop. BMW Motorrad retailer. This fault message is only shown for a short time Sensor faulty or system fault immediately following the Pre- with tire pressure monitor Ride-Check.
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You may continue riding. Ob- Contact a specialist work- serve additional information shop, preferably an authorized on special situations that can BMW Motorrad retailer. lead to an ABS fault memory entry ( 133). ABS self-diagnosis not Have the malfunction...
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The indicator and at a specialist workshop, warning light flashes longer preferably an authorized than the DTC intervention lasts. BMW Motorrad retailer. This provides the rider with visual feedback for the control ABS Pro failure action that was taken even lights up.
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Possible cause: at a specialist workshop, The DTC system was deacti- preferably an authorized vated by the rider. BMW Motorrad retailer. Switching on DTC ( 60). DTC error Limited DTC availability lights up. lights up.
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Gear not taught in at a specialist workshop, with Gearshift Assistant Pro preferably an authorized The gear indicator BMW Motorrad retailer. flashes. The Gear Shift Fuel down to reserve volume Assistant Pro has no function. Fuel reserve is being used Possible cause: up.
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This situation can occur if the shop, preferably an authorized battery was disconnected. BMW Motorrad retailer. Service due Hazard warning lights system is displayed in white. switched on flashes in green.
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Have service performed reg- ularly by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The operating and road safety of the vehicle remains un- changed. The best-possible value reten- tion of the vehicle is ensured.
Please contact a specialist Engine can be started. workshop for this purpose, Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. preferably a BMW Motorrad 113) retailer. ABS self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 114) Locking handlebars DTC self-diagnosis is per- Turn handlebars to left.
Switch off ignition spare key. Should you lose your keys, refer to the notes regard- ing the electronic immobilizer (EWS) ( 54). The ignition, fuel filler cap and anti-theft alarm system are ac- tivated with the radio-operated key. The seat lock, Topcase and case can be operated man- ually.
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OPERATION Locking handlebars Version 1: Requirement Briefly press button 1. Parking lights and all function Handlebars are turned to the circuits are switched on. left. Key remote is within re- with additional headlight ception range. LED auxiliary headlights are switched on. Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
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operated key into the ring an- tenna under the seat. The ignition can be deacti- vated in two ways. Version 1: Removing seat ( 72). Briefly press button 1. Insert spare key or the dead Light is switched off. folded-in radio-operated Handlebars are not locked.
OPERATION Replacing the battery of the radio-operated key ATTENTION If the radio-operated key does Unsuitable or improperly in- not respond when a button serted batteries is pressed for a short or long Component damage time: Use a battery compliant with The battery for the radio-op- the manufacturer's specifi- erated key is not charged to...
WARNING If you lose an ignition key, you can have it disabled by your Operation of the emergency BMW Motorrad retailer. When ON/OFF switch when riding having a radio-operated key Danger of falling due to disabled you should also bring...
OPERATION High beams and headlight flasher Switching on the ignition 50). Engine is switched off Operating position LIGHTS Low beams and parking lights Press switch 1 forward to The parking lights come on au- switch on high beams. tomatically when the ignition is Pull switch 1 toward rear to switched on.
The vehicle lights light up for The auxiliary headlights one minute and then turn off are approved for use as automatically. fog lights and may only be This can be used, for example, used in poor weather condi- to illuminate the path to your tions.
OPERATION If a turn indicator button is pressed when hazard warning lights are on, the turn indicator function replaces the hazard warning light function for the duration of turn indica- tor operation. Once the turn in- dicator button is no longer be- ing pressed, the hazard warn- Press button 1 to the left to ing light function will resume.
Speed is under 18 mph (30 km/h): after distance of 165 ft (50 m) is covered. Speed is between 18 mph and 60 mph (30 km/h and 100 km/h): after a speed-de- pendent distance is covered or during acceleration. Speed is above 60 mph Press and hold button 1 un- (100 km/h): after turn til the DTC indicator light...
OPERATION Switching on DTC If the DTC indicator light lights up after switching the ignition off and on and then continuing to ride at the following minimum speed, a DTC fault has occurred. min 3 mph (min 5 km/h) More detailed information on the Dynamic Traction Control can be found in the Technol- Press and hold button 1 un-...
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Displaying chassis and Adjusting the suspension suspension adjustment Switching on the ignition 50). Switching on the ignition 50). Press button 1 briefly to Press button 1 briefly to display current setting. display current setting. To adjust the damping rate: Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the desired setting is displayed.
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OPERATION The following settings are avail- The following settings are avail- able: able: : damping for comfort- One-up Road able road travel : damping for Dynamic One-up with luggage dynamic road travel : damping for off- Enduro Two-up (with luggage) road riding.
RIDING MODE in the selected scenario. Use of the riding modes Riding mode preselection BMW Motorrad has developed with riding modes Pro riding scenarios for your mo- With the aid of the riding mode torcycle from which you can...
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OPERATION following message appears: Action not possible. Max. number reached. The compilation of the rid- ing modes in the riding mode preselection is retained, even after the ignition is switched off. Select riding mode Switching on the ignition ATTENTION 50). Turning on off-road mode (ENDURO and ENDURO PRO) when in road mode...
You can find more detailed in- Adjustment options formation regarding electronic The PRO riding modes can be stability control systems such adjusted individually. as ABS and DTC in the "Tech- Configuring the riding mode nology in detail" chapter. ENDURO PRO with riding modes Pro Switching on the ignition The availability of the riding...
OPERATION ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL with speed control Display while adjusting (Speed Limit Info not active) You can browse through the possible settings 3 and the re- lated descriptions 4. Adjust the system. Engine systems can all be adjusted in The symbol 1 for the adaptive the same way.
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Switching on the adaptive The motorcycle maintains cruise control your current cruising speed Requirement and the setting is saved. Adaptive cruise control only be- Accelerating comes available after changing out of the riding modes Enduro or Enduro Pro. Briefly push button 1 forward. Speed is increased by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the but- ton is pressed.
OPERATION ate only to the cruising speed Speed is reduced by 1 mph saved in memory, even though (1.6 km/h) each time the but- you might have wanted to slow ton is pressed. Press button 1 back and hold. down to a lower speed. The speed is reduced continu- The indicator light for ously.
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Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. Turn indicators are illuminated twice. Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed). The anti-theft alarm system is active. with Keyless Ride To deactivate the movement sensor (for example if you are about to transport the motor- cycle on a train and the sway- ing movement of the moving train could trip the alarm sig-...
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5 flashes: motion sensor 3 flash. The type of alarm sound Deactivation can be set by an authorized Switching on the ignition BMW Motorrad retailer. 50). Turn indicators are illuminated with Keyless Ride once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed).
reactivate automatically after Deactivate the tilt sensor 30 seconds if "activation after when transporting the ve- ignition off" is programmed. hicle to avoid triggering the DWA. Turn indicators are illuminated once. : Confirmation Arming tone Confirmation tone sounds alarm tone after activating/de- once (if programmed).
OPERATION High heater output HEATED GRIPS with heated grips Medium heater output Operating heated grips Starting the engine ( 112). Low heater output The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is running. If no further changes are made, the selected heating The increase in power level is set.
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Press seat bench 2 in direc- tion of arrow 4 out of the holds 3. Remove seat bench in direc- tion of arrow 5 and place on spacer buffers on a clean sur- face. Install seat Push seat 2 in direction of arrow 4 into the brackets 3.
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE ONBOARD COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA PHONE DISPLAYING SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYING LICENSE INFORMATION...
Operate these systems or BMW Motorrad devices only if the traffic Connected App situation allows. With the BMW Motorrad Con- If necessary, stop and oper- nected App, you can call up ate the system or devices at information about the vehicle a standstill.
On some mobile devices, Functions of the Multi- e.g. with operating sys- Controller tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Turn the Multi-Controller up: Connected App must be called Move the mouse pointer up in up before using. lists. Make settings. Notice concerning current Increase volume.
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TFT DISPLAY Rocker button MENU Operating instructions in the functions main menu Navigation instructions are displayed as a dialog if the menu has Navigation not been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Briefly press the MENU up: In the menu view: move up one hierarchy level.
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Operating instructions in Show Pure Ride view submenus Press and hold the top MENU In addition to the operating in- rocker button. structions in the main menu, Switching functions on and there are additional operating instructions in submenus. Some items are preceded by a box.
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TFT DISPLAY Calling up the menu Moving the mouse pointer in lists Show Pure Ride view ( 79). Briefly press button 2 down- Calling up the menu ( 80). ward. To move the mouse pointer The following menus can be down in lists, turn the Multi- called up: Controller 1 down until the...
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Calling up the last menu used System status displays In the Pure Ride view: press The system status is displayed and hold the bottom of the in the lower menu area when a MENU rocker button. function has been switched on The last used menu is called or off.
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TFT DISPLAY played in the upper status Riding time 2 line. with tire pressure monitor Break 1 (TPM) In addition, information from Break 2 the RDC can be displayed. Selecting content of driver Average speed 1 info. status line ( 82).
Switching Speed Limit Info on 1000 RPM or off Requirement The vehicle is connected to a compatible mobile end de- vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- nected app is installed on the mobile end device. displays Speed Limit Info the currently permitted max-...
TFT DISPLAY Range Upshift recommendation The range 1 indicates how far The upshift recommendation you can ride with the remaining in the Pure Ride 1 view or in fuel. This distance is calculated the status line 2 indicates the on the basis of average con- best time for an upshift from sumption and the quantity of an economical perspective.
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Adjusting the date format Setting the units of measurement Call up menu Settings Call up menu System settings Date Settings and time Date format System settings Units Select desired setting. The following units of measure- Confirm setting. ment can be set: Distance covered Setting the clock Pressure...
TFT DISPLAY world without a license being The brightness of the display required. is dimmed to the set value if Although Bluetooth is designed ambient brightness falls be- for establishing robust con- low a defined value. nections over short distances, Resetting all settings faults are possible as with any All settings in the...
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On some mobile devices, Mobile device Rider's helmet e.g. with operating sys- Passenger helm. tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad The connection status for mo- Connected App must be called bile end devices is displayed. up before using. Connecting a mobile end...
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TFT DISPLAY chapter may provide assis- The connection is established tance. ( 208) and the connection status is Depending on the mobile updated. end device, telephone data If the connection cannot be is transferred to the vehicle established, the troubleshoot- automatically.
MY VEHICLE Start screen Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( Total mileage Service display ( Rear tire pressure 159) Vehicle voltage ( 178) Front tire pressure 159)
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TFT DISPLAY Operating instructions The following screens are in- cluded in the My Vehicle menu: MY VEHICLE ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tire pressure monitor (TPM) TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE present) Operating instructions 1: Tab Further information on the tire that shows how far to the left pressure and Check Control or right you can leaf.
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Service display If the time remaining until the next service is less than a month, or if the next service is due within 621 mi (1000 km), a white Check Control message is displayed.
TFT DISPLAY Press MENU rocker button ONBOARD COMPUTER down. Calling up the on-board Select Automatic reset computer Reset all values Call up the My vehicle confirm. menu. is se- Automatic reset Scroll to the right until the lected, the travel on-board menu ONBOARD COMPUTER computer is automatically re-...
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It is not possible On some mobile devices, to create new favorites on the e.g. with operating sys- TFT display. tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Call up menu Navigation Connected App must be called Favorites up before using.
TFT DISPLAY Call up menu Switching spoken instructions Navigation on or off POIs The following locations can be Connect the rider's helmet selected: and the passenger helmet 88). At current location The navigation can be read At destination Along the route out by a computer voice.
Call up the menu. Media Switch on or off. Shuffle BMW Motorrad recom- Select Repeat mends setting the volume (current title) or for media and conversations via mobile end devices to the max- PHONE imum before starting a journey.
TFT DISPLAY End call: Tilt Multi-Con- DISPLAYING LICENSE INFOR- troller 1 to the left. MATION Mute Call up menu Settings The microphone in the helmet formation Licenses can be muted during active conversations. Conversations with multiple users A second telephone call can be accepted during a conversation.
Have the headlights adapted to the relevant conditions by a specialist workshop, preferably by a BMW Motorrad retailer. Headlight beam throw and spring preload Slide protective cap 1 up over The headlight beam throw gen-...
If there are doubts as WINDSHIELD to the correct headlight Adjusting the windshield range, have the adjustment checked by a specialized work- shop, preferably by an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Adjusting the headlight beam throw WARNING Adjusting the windshield while driving Accident hazard...
SETTING WARNING Adjusting the brake lever while driving Risk of accident Do not attempt to adjust the brake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill. Turn the adjusting screw 1 clockwise to increase distance between clutch lever and han- dlebar grip.
SHIFTING Adjusting shift lever Slide step plate 1 of footrest to the left to unlock. Loosen screw 1. Turn peg 2 to the desired po- sition. If the toe piece is set too high or too low, this can cause problems when shifting gears.
SETTING and reduce spring preload ac- Basic setting of spring cordingly if the payload de- preload, rear creases. Turn adjustment wheel coun- Adjusting spring preload for terclockwise as far as possi- rear wheel ble. (One-up without load) Removing seat ( 72).
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Basic setting of rear wheel damping Turn adjusting screw clock- wise as far as possible, then back a quarter turn. (Two-up with load) Adjust damping via the ad- justing screw 1. To increase damping, turn the adjusting screw 1 clockwise. To reduce damping, turn the adjusting screw 1 counter- clockwise.
This applies even to short data). journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorized WARNING BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to advise you and has When cornering with low- the correct clothing for every ered motorcycles, motor- purpose.
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the spring preload should be also see the Accessories adjusted accordingly. 193) chapter. Payload of Topcase Correct loading WARNING max 11 lbs (max 5 kg) Reduced riding stability with tank bag caused by overloading and Observe the maximum pay- uneven loading load of the tank bag.
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RIDING Maximum speed with studded or winter tires WARNING Inhalation of vapors that are DANGER harmful to health Damage to health Maximum speed of the mo- Do not inhale vapors from torcycle is higher than the operating fluids and plastics. permissible maximum rated Only use the vehicle out- speed of the tires.
Comply with all specified Modifications maintenance intervals. ATTENTION ATTENTION Modifications to the motor- cycle (e.g. engine control Unburned fuel in the cat- unit, throttle valves, clutch) alytic converter Damage to the affected parts, Damage to catalytic converter failure of safety-relevant func- Note the points listed for tions, expiration of warranty protection of the catalytic...
RIDING Checking clutch function STARTING 156). Starting the engine Checking tire tread depth 160). ATTENTION Checking tire pressure 159). Sufficient transmission gear- Check secure hold of cases box lubrication only when and luggage. the engine is running. Transmission damage At every third refueling stop: Do not allow the motorcycle Checking engine oil level to roll for longer periods or...
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Engine starts. at a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized If the engine fails to start, the BMW Motorrad retailer. troubleshooting chart in the Depending on the riding Technical Data chapter may mode or its configuration, provide assistance.
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ABS is not available, as the The self-diagnosis routine self-diagnosis routine was is determining whether not completed. (The motor- BMW Motorrad ABS is ready cycle must reach a specified for operation. The self- minimum speed before the diagnosis routine launches...
BMW Motorrad retailer. Phase 2 BREAKING IN Checking system components Engine capable of diagnosis while In the period preceding the riding off. break-in service, attempt to flashes slowly. engine load and engine speed ranges as frequently as pos-...
RIDING Brake pads SHIFTING GEARS New brake pads must be run with Gearshift Assistant Pro in before they achieve their op- Gear Shift Assistant Pro timum friction force. This ini- tial reduction in braking effect Due to safety reasons, the can be compensated for by ex- cruise control is automati- erting greater pressure on the...
RPM, an attempt to shift OFF-ROAD USE gears without clutch control After riding off-road can cause a strong load- BMW Motorrad recommends change response. the following after riding off- BMW Motorrad recommends road: clutch control for shifting gears in these riding circum- Tire pressure stances.
The heavier you brake, the greater the weight transfer to Rims the front wheel. Increases in BMW Motorrad recommends the load on an individual wheel checking the rims for possible are accompanied by a rise in damage after riding off-road.
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The front After working on the brakes wheel can lock up. due to oil or grease residues. Locking up of the front wheel When driving on soiled roads is prevented by BMW Motorrad or offroad. ABS. Descending mountain passes WARNING WARNING...
RIDING ABS Pro and slipping of the wheels is prevented within the scope of Physical riding limits the physical riding limits. WARNING ABS Pro was not devel- oped to increase the indi- Braking in curves vidual braking performance in Danger of falling despite the inclined position.
Fuel ad- Fold down center stand and ditives should be used when prop up motorcycle. refueling with low-quality fu- els or during longer periods of downtime. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer can...
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RIDING provide you with more detailed Put the motorcycle up on the information. side stand, ensuring that it is resting on a firm and level Recommended fuel support surface. quality with center stand Regular unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) WARNING 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) Fuel is highly flammable 87 AKI...
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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. Usable fuel quantity Open the protective cover 1. Unlock the fuel tank cap 2 in Approx.
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RIDING 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 with center stand Accident hazard Do not overfill the fuel tank.
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with Keyless Ride Open fuel filler cap com- Switch off ignition ( 52). pletely. After the ignition is Version 2 switched off, the fuel filler with Keyless Ride cap can be opened within the Requirement specified run-on time even After run-on time expires without the radio-operated key being within the reception area.
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BMW Motorrad re- the engine dies off due to lack tailer. of fuel. Usable fuel quantity Approx.
Position the emergency re- lease 2. ATTENTION Install screws 1. Motorcycle tips to the side when raising SECURING MOTORCYCLE Component damage cause by FOR TRANSPORTATION tipping over Make sure that all compo- Secure the motorcycle nents that might come into against tipping to the contact with tensioning straps side, preferably with the...
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RIDING ATTENTION Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch components, e.g. brake lines or wiring harnesses. Fasten the front tensioning straps on both sides on the lower fork bridge and tighten them. Fasten the rear tensioning straps on both sides on the rear frame and tighten them.
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GENERAL NOTES ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT...
At this on the coefficient of friction point, the BMW Motorrad ABS of the road. Gravel, ice, snow must assume extremely low and wet roads offer a consider-...
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Apart from problems with the BMW Motorrad ABS? BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual The BMW Motorrad ABS en- riding conditions can also sures riding stability on any sur- cause a fault memory entry to face within the limits of riding be generated: physics.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL How important is regular Further development of ABS maintenance? to ABS Pro In the past, the BMW Motorrad ABS system provided for WARNING a very high level of safety Brake system not regularly while braking during straight- serviced ahead riding.
BMW Motorrad DTC can be TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) switched off in such instances. How does traction control work? WARNING...
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, the front wheel ENDURO Under the following un- lift-off detection permits brief usual riding conditions, wheelies. BMW Motorrad Traction The front wheel lift-off detec- Control may be deactivated tion is switched off in riding automatically. mode ENDURO PRO...
Hopping when shifting gears down. tires. Hard brake onset in sporty riding style. Like the BMW Motorrad DTC traction control, the dynamic engine brake control compares the wheel centrifugal veloc- ity of the front and rear wheel, which are calculated from the...
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE with Dynamic ESA Selection In order to adjust the motorcy- Dynamic ESA function cle to the road condition and Using a ride height sensor, the desired riding experience, it Dynamic ESA detects move- is possible to select one of the ments of the chassis and following riding modes:...
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Throttle response ABS is adjusted to off-road In the RAIN riding mode: Soft use with cleated tires. throttle response. ABS Pro In the ROAD riding mode: In the RAIN and ROAD riding Optimal throttle response. modes, all ABS Pro functions with riding modes Pro are available.
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Riding stability possible to flip over back- wards in extreme cases! In the RAIN riding mode, the DTC intervenes early enough Switchover to ensure maximum riding Riding modes can be changed stability is achieved. when the vehicle is at a stand- In the ROAD riding mode, still with the ignition switched the DTC intervenes at a later...
Dynamic Brake Control Dynamic Brake Control, the function engine torque required by the ABS brake system will be The Dynamic Brake Control function helps the rider in the restored. If the emergency braking is event of emergency braking. Detection of emergency stopped and the throttle grip is still under actuation, the braking...
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL sensors continue to transmit The tire pressures are the measured readings for shown in the display some time after the vehicle with temperature compen- comes to a stop. sation and are always based Transmission time of on the following tire air tem- the measured values af- perature: ter vehicle standstill:...
Benefits Example 70-80 % of all gear changes can be performed without The following value is indi- using the clutch. cated in the display: Less movement between pi- 33.4 psi (2.3 bar) lot and pillion due to shorter The shortfall is thus: gear-change intervals.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL gear change. The load factor Idle speed (throttle grip position) should remain constant both prior to 1250 ±50 (Engine at and during execution of shifts operating temperature) using the Pro gearshift assis- tant. Changing the accelerator twist-grip position during the gear-shift operation may cause the function to abort and/or the gear change to fail.
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GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT SERVICE TOOL SET FRONT-WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES RIMS WHEELS DRIVE CHAIN AIR FILTER LIGHT SOURCE TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET...
If you 100). are in doubt, consult a special- Torx wrench, T25/T30 ist workshop, preferably your T25 on short end, T30 on authorized BMW Motorrad re- long end tailer. Removing the tank cover 176). Keys Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel ( 104).
You can obtain the toolkit from rect installation, please re- your BMW Motorrad retailer. fer to the instructions for the FRONT-WHEEL STAND front-wheel stand. BMW Motorrad offers a suit- Attaching front-wheel stand able auxiliary stand for each motorcycle. Your authorized ATTENTION BMW Motorrad retailer will...
Clean the area around the oil BMW Motorrad offers a suit- filler opening. able auxiliary stand for each Allow the engine to idle in motorcycle. Your authorized...
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BMW Motorrad recommends Place oil dipstick on oil filler the use of a suitable auxiliary opening, but do not install. Remove the oil level dipstick stand. with center stand and check oil level. Make sure the surface is level and firm and place the mo- torcycle on its center stand at operating temperature.
MAINTENANCE BMW Motorrad recom- BRAKE SYSTEM mends occasionally check- Checking function of brakes ing the motor oil after a jour- Actuate brake lever. ney of at least 31 mi in order The pressure point must be to reduce the environmental clearly perceptible.
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1. Have brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking the rear brake pad thickness Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and level. Front brake-pad wear limit min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
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Make sure ground is level and an authorized service facil- firm and place the motorcycle ity, preferably an authorized on its center stand. BMW Motorrad retailer. Move handlebars to straight- ahead position. Hold the motorcycle upright, making sure that the ground is firm and level.
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If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking the rear brake fluid level Check brake fluid level at...
MAINTENANCE authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. CLUTCH Checking clutch function Pull back the clutch lever. A rising force must be per- ceptible upon increasing oper- ation. Check the brake fluid level at If no rising force can be felt the brake fluid reservoir for...
Clutch cable play BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking clutch pedal free 0.12...0.2 in (3...5 mm) (along play ( 156). the outside of the hand lever, Tighten lock nut 1, hold down handlebars in the straight- adjusting screw 2 while doing...
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MAINTENANCE Pull the radiator cowl 1 out of Required coolant level the holders 2. Between the MIN - MAX marks on the expansion tank (Engine cold) If coolant level drops below approved level: Top up coolant. Topping up coolant Open the expansion tank cap 1.
TIRES Checking tire pressure WARNING Incorrect tire inflation pres- sure Poorer handling characteristic of motorcycle, reduction of Insert the radiator cowl 1 into tire service life the holders 2. Ensure proper tire inflation The radiator cowl will audibly pressure. engage. WARNING Automatic opening of verti- cally installed valve inserts...
Checking tire tread depth and, if necessary, renewed by a specialist workshop, WARNING preferably an authorized Riding with heavily worn BMW Motorrad retailer. tyres Checking spokes Risk of accident due to Park motorcycle, ensuring that poorer rideability support surface is firm and If necessary, replace the level.
BMW Motorrad. sure that the ground is firm Detailed information can be and level. obtained from your authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer or on- line at bmw-motorrad.com/service Effect of wheel sizes on suspension control systems The wheel sizes play an im- portant role with suspension control systems.
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MAINTENANCE Remove screw 1 and remove Push the brake pads 3 apart wheel speed sensor from the slightly by turning the brake drilled hole. caliper 4 against the brake disc 5. ATTENTION Using hard or sharp-edged objects near the component Component damage Do not scratch components, if necessary tape off or...
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1. and firm and place the motor- cycle on its center stand. Raise front of motorcycle until the front wheel can turn freely. BMW Motorrad recommends using the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand for propping up the motorcycle.
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Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized Remove spacer bushing 5 on BMW Motorrad retailer. left side from wheel hub. Installing the front wheel WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series spec-...
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ATTENTION WARNING Front wheel installation op- Improper installation of posite the running direction quick-release axle Accident hazard Loosening of the front wheel Observe running direction After the brake caliper is arrows on tire or rim. fastened and the spring fork is relaxed, tighten the Roll the front wheel into the quick-release axle and axle front suspension.
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MAINTENANCE Axle screw in front quick-release axle 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Tighten the left-side axle clamping screws 3 to the specified torque. Pinch bolt on quick-re- lease axle Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alter- nating between one and the other each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Pinch bolt on quick-re-...
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Brake caliper on tele- Wheel speed sensor at scopic forks front on fork Thread-locking compound: 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) micro-encapsulated Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim. 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) WARNING Brake pads do not contact the brake disc Risk of accident due to de- layed braking effect.
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MAINTENANCE Removing the rear wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and prop the motor- cycle up on a suitable auxiliary stand. Mounting the rear-wheel stand ( 150). with center stand Make sure the ground is level Remove the screw 3 and re- and firm and place the motor- move the wheel speed sensor cycle on its center stand.
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while pulling brake caliper carrier 10 toward rear until rear-wheel rim can be guided past it. The camshaft sprocket and the spacing bushings on the left and right are loosely inserted in the wheel. During removal, make sure that the Remove the quick-release parts are not damaged or lost.
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Roll rear wheel further into specialized workshop, swinging arm while simulta- preferably an authorized neously pushing brake caliper BMW Motorrad retailer. carrier 1 toward front. Roll the rear wheel on the support into the swinging arm until the brake-caliper support can be installed.
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without center stand Remove the auxiliary stand. Insert the right-hand chain tensioner 6 into the swinging arm. Insert the wheel speed sensor Lubricate the quick-release into the bore and tighten the axle 5 and install it in the screw 1 using an appropriate brake caliper carrier 4 and torque.
1.6...2 in (40...50 mm) (Mo- To extend and maximize torcycle unloaded on side the chain's service life stand) BMW Motorrad recommends with lowered using BMW Motorrad chain with seat, low lubricant or: 1.4...1.8 in (35...45 mm) (Mo- Lubricant torcycle unloaded on side stand)
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If the measured value is outside the approved tolerance: Adjusting chain tension 173). Adjusting chain tension Park the motorcycle, making sure that the ground is firm and level. Check whether washer 4 is in full contact with screw head 3 and correct if necessary.
Turn the rear wheel in the di- Contact a specialist work- rection of travel and calculate shop, preferably an authorized the chain length at 3 different BMW Motorrad retailer. spots. AIR FILTER Permissible chain length Removing the air filter Removing the tank cover max 5.7 in (max 144 mm)
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To unlock, hold down but- Make sure that the air filter 5 ton 3 (arrow 1). is attached to the lugs 6 on Pull the frame 4 from the the frame 4 correctly. bracket (arrow 2). Install frame 4. Remove the frame 4. Take out the air filter 5.
Make sure that the six hold- cialist workshop, preferably an ers 2 engage in the retaining authorized BMW Motorrad re- lugs 3 and the four connec- tailer. tors 5 engage in the mount- ing clips 4.
ATTENTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and mo- torcycle Danger of short circuit Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends. Install screws 2. Install screws 1. Install seat ( 73). ATTENTION JUMP-STARTING Jump-starting with a voltage higher than 12 V Damage to the motorcycle's CAUTION...
MAINTENANCE First connect the positive ter- To start the engine, do minal of the drained battery not use start sprays or to the positive terminal on similar items. the donor battery using the Install seat ( 73). red jumper cable (positive BATTERY terminal on this vehicle: po- sition 2).
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4 weeks, connect a trickle-charger to the ATTENTION battery. Unsuitable chargers con- BMW Motorrad has de- nected to the power socket veloped a trickle-charger Damage to charger and vehi- specially designed for com- cle electronics patibility with the electronics Use suitable BMW chargers.
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MAINTENANCE Charging disconnected battery ATTENTION Charge battery using a suit- A fully discharged battery able charger. must be charged via a Comply with operating in- power socket or extra structions of charger. socket. After charging, remove the Damage to vehicle electronics terminal clips of the charger A fully discharged battery from the battery poles.
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make sure the service display is working properly. Switch off the ignition. Insert the battery into the bat- tery compartment with pos- itive terminal on the right in the direction of travel. ATTENTION Incorrect battery disconnec- tion Danger of short circuit Follow the disconnection sequence.
(DWA) by an authorized specialized Switch on the anti-theft alarm workshop, preferably an system if necessary. authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install seat ( 73). Setting the clock ( 85). Main fuse Setting the date ( 84).
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Replacing fuses If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Fuse box Switch off the ignition. 10 A (Slot 1: Instrument clus- Removing seat ( 72). ter, anti-theft alarm system Pull off the fuse box 1.
MAINTENANCE Unplug the data link connec- DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET tor 2 from the bracket 3. Removing the diagnostic The diagnosis and information connector system interface can be con- nected at the data link con- CAUTION nector 2. Incorrect procedure followed Secure the data link connector when disconnecting the data Disconnect the diagnosis and link connector for the On-...
Safety risk way use applicable in your own BMW Motorrad cannot ex- country. amine or test each product Your BMW Motorrad retailer of outside origin to ensure offers you expert advice when...
Operating electrical USB CHARGING SOCKET accessories Notes about use: The ignition must be switched Charge current on before any accessories con- This is a 5 V USB charging nected to the power sockets socket providing a maximum can be operated. If the igni- charge current of 2.4 A.
ACCESSORIES Cable routing Closing cases Observe the following when routing cables from USB charg- ing sockets to additional de- vices: Cables must not impede the rider. Cables must not restrict the steering angle and handling characteristics. Cables must not become Close the case lid.
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Installing the case lid Pull case forwards up to limit position and remove side- Place case lid on case. Close one closure of the case ways. lid. Attaching a case Open case lid towards closed side. Place case on case carrier and slide backwards so that Attach lid retaining cable 1.
If you cannot find your combination of vehicle and case on the sign, contact your Turn key 1 counterclockwise. BMW Motorrad partner. Push the lock housing 2 up- The following values apply for wards to unlock the closing the combination described claw 3.
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If you cannot find your combi- nation of vehicle and topcase on the sign, contact your autho- Place topcase on topcase car- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. rier and slide forwards so that The following values apply for mounts on topcase carrier 1 the combination described and topcase 2 interlock.
4 can be The navigation prepara- removed with a rotational tion is suitable as from movement toward the front. the BMW Motorrad Naviga- tor IV. The locking system of the Mount Cradle offers no protection against theft.
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BMW Motorrad Navigator V Pull the shut-off lock 2 com- and the BMW Motorrad Navi- pletely to the left. gator VI. The BMW Motorrad The locking mechanism 3 is Navigator IV does not offer all unlocked.
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In this case, please to the right contact your authorized Switch between the main BMW Motorrad retailer. pages of the Navigator: If the BMW Motorrad Naviga- Map view tor is installed and the oper- Compass Mediaplayer ating focus is switched to the...
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Navigate home: Starts navi- using a Bluetooth device as gation to the home address per A2DP standard, e.g., a (is grayed-out if no home ad- BMW Motorrad communication dress is set). Mute: Switch automatic system. navigation announcements Mediaplayer...
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Security settings than one message. The BMW Motorrad Naviga- Additional information is tor V and the BMW Motorrad display when a message is Navigator VI can be secured selected. against unauthorized use with a Detailed information can- four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock).
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to add the motorcycle to the list of secured vehicles. If you confirm this question by an- swering "yes", then the Naviga- tor will save the vehicle identifi- cation number of this vehicle. A maximum of five VINs can be saved in this way.
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING YOUR MOTORCYCLE CLEANING SENSITIVE MOTORCYCLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...
BMW Motorrad recommends products available at your au- that you use BMW Insect Re- thorized BMW Motorrad re- mover to soften and wash off tailer. BMW Care Products insects and stubborn dirt from have been materials tested, lab-...
Trim panel components to hydraulic brake system, to Clean trim panel components the electrical system and the with water and BMW Motorrad seat cleaning agent. Exercise caution when using Windshields and turn indica- high-pressure or steam-jet tor glass are manufactured of devices.
CARE OF PAINTWORK is required in particular for Washing the motorcycle reg- removing 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-...
Coat bare metal and chrome or cotton ball. BMW Motorrad plated parts with an acid-free recommends removing tar grease (petroleum jelly). Park motorcycle in a dry stains with BMW tar remover. room, raising it to relieve...
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start: Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear Engage neutral or fold in side engaged stand. Gear engaged and clutch not Shift transmission to neutral or disengaged disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling.
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96). Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile end device be- transferred.
TECHNICAL DATA SCREW CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Wheel speed sensor at front on fork M6 x 16, Renew bolt 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) micro-encapsulated Front wheel cover on telescopic forks M6 x 16, Renew bolt 2 lb/ft (3 Nm) micro-encapsulated Front wheel cover on telescopic forks...
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Rear wheel Value Valid Rear wheel speed sensor on the brake caliper carrier M6 x 16, Renew bolt 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) micro-encapsulated Rear-wheel quick-re- lease axle in swinging M24 x 1.5 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) mechanical Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror (locknut) on clamping piece...
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. 3.0 l), with filter replacement Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL/ 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. BMW recommends...
Oil additives BMW Motorrad does not recommend the use of oil additives, as these can adversely affect the operation of the clutch. Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engine oils suitable for your motorcycle. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l), Difference between MIN...
FRAME Frame design Steel weigh-bridge frame in shell construction Location of type plate Frame at front left on steering head Location of the vehicle identifi- Frame at front right next to cation number steering head CHASSIS Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks Spring travel, front 9.1 in (230 mm), on front...
WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combina- An overview of the current tions tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw- motorrad.com. Speed category of front/rear V, minimum requirement: tires 149 mph (240 km/h)
Front wheel Front wheel design Cross spoke wheel Front-wheel rim size 2.15" x 21" MTH2 Front tire designation 90/90-21 Load index for front tire Permissible front-wheel imbal- max 0.2 oz (max 5 g) ance Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cross spoke wheel Rear-wheel rim size 4.25"...
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TECHNICAL DATA Fuse box 10 A, Slot 1: Instrument clus- ter, anti-theft alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnos- tic socket, main relay coil 7.5 A, Slot 2: Multifunction switch left, tire pressure con- trol (RDC) Fuses All electrical circuits are elec- tronically protected.
Light source Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for taillight/brake light Light source for license plate W5W 12 V 5 W light Bulbs for flashing turn indica- tors DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 90.6 in (2300 mm), over li- cense-plate carrier with lowered 90.2 in (2290 mm), over li-...
TECHNICAL DATA Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 76.8 in (1950 mm), without heel rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with seat, low 73.6 in (1870 mm), without rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with lowered 72 in (1830 mm), without rider, at DIN unloaded vehi- cle weight WEIGHTS...
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD ELECTRONIC SERVICE HISTORY (ESH) BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
However, the NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems between you, your autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC. You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hot- line on 1–888–327–4236 (Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting the website at...
BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE torcycle. With its worldwide retailer net- Have all maintenance and re- work, BMW Motorrad can at- pair tasks confirmed in the tend to you and your motor- Service chapter in this manual. cycle in over 100 countries Documented proof of sched- around the globe.
PROCEDURES Service Manual. BMW pre-delivery check Objection The BMW pre-delivery check is At the BMW Motorrad retailer carried out by your authorized or specialist workshop, the ve- BMW Motorrad retailer before hicle owner can object to the it turns the motorcycle over to entry of data in the electronic you.
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The service interval indicator in the display reminds you of the next service appointment approx. one month or 621 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 motorcycle can be found in the following maintenance schedule:...
SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW running-in check when used off-road, an- BMW standard scope of nually or every 6000 mi service (whichever comes first) Engine oil change with fil- at first after one year, then every two years Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Replace air filter insert Check or replace air filter...
The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applica- ble for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system Checking coolant level Checking/adjusting clutch play...
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SERVICE BMW pre-delivery check BMW Running-in Check performed performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
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SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking or replacing air cleaner element (maintenance) Oil change - telescopic fork Changing brake fluid in entire system...
SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional accessories and special cam- paigns performed. Work performed Odometer Date reading...
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SERVICE Work performed Odometer Date reading...
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CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR ANTI-THEFT ALARM...
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FCC Approval Approbation de la FCC Ring aerial in the ignition Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur switch d'allumage To verify the authorization of Pour vérifier l'autorisation de the ignition key, the electronic la clé de contact, le système immobilizer exchanges d'immobilisation électronique information with the ignition échange des informations...
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Toute modification qui n'aurait qui n'aurait pas été approuvée expressément par l'organisme responsable de l'homologation peut annuler l'autorisation accordée à l'utilisateur pour utiliser le dispositif.
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Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device USA, Canada: Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and...
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USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Argentina: H-17115...
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Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose.
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The product is Iabeted with the CE marking: Velbert, October 15 th , 2013 Benjamin A. Müller Product Development Systems Car Access and Immobilization - Electronics Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert...
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Declaration of Conformity Austria Radio equipment tyre pressure control (RDC) Hiermit erklärt Schrader Electronics Ltd., dass der Simplified EU Declaration of Funkanlagentyp BC5A4 der Richtlinie Conformity acc. Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU after 2014/53/EU entspricht. 12.06.2016 and during transition Der vollständige Text der EU- period Konformitätserklärung ist unter der folgenden Internetadresse...
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Cyprus Denmark Hermed erklærer Schrader Με την παρούσα ο/η Schrader Electronics Ltd., δηλώνει ότι ο Electronics Ltd., at ραδιοεξοπλισμός BC5A4 πληροί radioudstyrstypen BC5A4 er i την οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. overensstemmelse med direktiv Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης 2014/53/EU. συμμόρφωσης ΕΕ διατίθεται στην ακόλουθη...
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Finland Greece Schrader Electronics Ltd. Με την παρούσα ο/η Schrader vakuuttaa, että radiolaitetyyppi Electronics Ltd., δηλώνει ότι ο BC5A4 on direktiivin 2014/53/EU ραδιοεξοπλισμός BC5A4 πληροί mukainen. την οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutukse συμμόρφωσης ΕΕ διατίθεται στην n täysimittainen teksti on saatavilla ακόλουθη...
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Ireland Luxembourg Hereby, Schrader Electronics Ltd. Le soussigné, Schrader declares that the radio equipment Electronics Ltd., déclare que type BC5A4 is in compliance with l'équipement radioélectrique du Directive 2014/53/EU. type BC5A4 est conforme à la The full text of the EU declaration directive 2014/53/UE.
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Netherlands Romania Hierbij verklaar ik, Schrader Prin prezenta, Schrader Electronics Ltd., dat het type Electronics Ltd. declară că tipul de radioapparatuur BC5A4 conform echipamente radio BC5A4 este în is met Richtlijn 2014/53/EU. conformitate cu Directiva De volledige tekst van de EU- 2014/53/UE.
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Slovakia Schrader Electronics Ltd. týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie typu BC5A4 je v súlade so smernicou 2014/53/EÚ. Úplné EÚ vyhlásenie o zhode je k dispozícii na tejto internetovej adrese: http://www.tpmseuroshop.com/ documents/ declaration_conformities Bulgaria С настоящото Schrader Electronics Ltd. декларира, че този...
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Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Brazil cluster Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não For all Countries without EU tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e Technical information não pode causar interferência a BT operating frq.
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Mexico Le présent appareil est conforme La operación de este equipo está aux CNR d'Industrie Canada sujeta a las siguientes dos applicables aux appareils radio condiciones: exempts de licence. L'exploitation (1) es posible que este equipo o est autorisée aux deux conditions dispositivo no cause interferencia suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit perjudicial y...
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Thailand เครื ่ อ งโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น้ ี มี ค วามสอดคล้ อ งตามข้ อ กํ า หนดของ กทช. (This telecommunication equipments is in compliance with NTC requirements) United States (USA) This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment anti-theft alarm Belgium (DWA) Le soussigné, Meta System S.p.A., déclare que l'équipement Simplified EU Declaration of radioélectrique du type Conformity acc. Radio Equip- TXBMWMR est conforme à la ment Directive 2014/53/EU directive 2014/53/UE. after 12.06.2016 and during Le texte complet de la déclaration transition period UE de conformité...
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Czech Republic Estonia Tímto Meta System S.p.A. Käesolevaga deklareerib Meta prohlašuje, že typ rádiového System S.p.A., et käesolev zařízení TXBMWMR je v souladu raadioseadme tüüp TXBMWMR se směrnicí 2014/53/EU. vastab direktiivi 2014/53/EL Úplné znění EU prohlášení o nõuetele. shodě je k dispozici na této ELi vastavusdeklaratsiooni täielik internetové...
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Hungary France Le soussigné, Meta System S.p.A., Meta System S.p.A. igazolja, hogy a TXBMWMR típusú déclare que l'équipement radioélectrique du type rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EU irányelvnek. TXBMWMR est conforme à la directive 2014/53/U 5 3 E Az EU-megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövege elérhető a Le texte complet de la déclaration UE de conformité...
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Netherlands Lithuania Hierbij verklaar ik, Meta System Aš, Meta System S.p.A., patvirtinu, S.p.A., dat het type kad radijo įrenginių tipas radioapparatuur TXBMWMR TXBMWMR atitinka Direktyvą conform is met Richtlijn 2014/53/ES. 2014/53/EU. Visas ES atitikties deklaracijos De volledige tekst van de EU- tekstas prieinamas šiuo interneto conformiteitsverklaring kan adresu: https://...
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Romania Prin prezenta, Meta System S.p.A. declară că tipul de echipamente radio TXBMWMR este în conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE. Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate este disponibil la următoarea adresă internet: https:// docs.metasystem.it/ Sweden Härmed försäkrar Meta System S.p.A. att denna typ av radioutrustning TXBMWMR överensstämmer med direktiv 2014/53/EU.
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INDEX Brakes Abbreviations and symbols, 4 ABS Pro in detail, 134 ABS Pro dependent on riding Displays, 42 mode, 120 Self-diagnosis, 114 Adjusting the brake lever, 102 Technology in detail, 132 Checking function, 152 Accessories Safety instructions, 118 General notes, 188 Technical data, 216 Ambient temperature Break-in, 115...
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Coolant Engine, 36 Checking fill level, 157 Drive malfunction warning Fill level indicator, 15 light, 36 Indicator light for excess Indicator light for engine temperature, 35 control, 37 Topping up, 158 Indicator light for engine electronics, 36 Starting, 112 Damping Technical data, 213 Adjusting element, 14 Engine oil...
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INDEX Gear not taught in, 45 Gearshift assistant Layout, 25 Gear not taught in, 45 My Vehicle, 89 Riding, 116 Outside temperature Technology in detail, 143 warning, 31 Overview, 22 Hazard warning flasher RDC, 39 Operating element, 17 Vehicle voltage, 32, 33 Operation, 57 Instrument cluster Ambient light sensor, 19...
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INDEX Pure Ride Shifting gears Overview, 23 Upshift recommendation, 84 Socket Information on use, 188 Position on the vehicle, 14 Indicator lights, 39 Spark plugs Technology in detail, 141 Technical data, 218 Rear-wheel drive Speed control Technical data, 214 Operation, 66 Rear-wheel stand Mounting, 150 Speedometer, 19...
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Werke Aktiengesellschaft your hands frequently when 80788 Munich, Germany servicing your vehicle. Reprinting, in whole or in For more information visit: part, is only permitted with www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ the written permission of passenger-vehicle BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. Original Rider's Manual, printed in Germany.
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Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Regular unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 6.1 gal (Approx. 23 l) Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 3.7 quarts (Approx. 3.5 l) Tire pressure Front tire pressure 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), One-up, with cold tires...
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Huomioi seuraavat seikat käyttöohjeen lisäksi. MERKNAD Feil batterier i bilnøkkelen kan skade bilnøkkelen. Det er VAROITUS fare for materielle skader. Bytt ut utladet batteri kun med Auton avaimessa on nappiparisto. Paristot tai nappiparistot et batteri med samme spenning, størrelse og voivat joutua nieluun ja johtaa kahden tunnin sisällä...
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Suplimentar faţă de manualul de utilizare, respectaţi UPOZORNĚNÍ următoarele. Nevhodné baterie v klíči vozidla mohou klíč vozidla poškodit. Hrozí nebezpečí hmotných škod. Vybitou baterii AVERTIZARE vyměňte pouze za baterii se stejným napětím, stejnými Cheia autovehiculului conţine o baterie sub forma unui rozměry a stejnou specifikací.
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A kezelési útmutató mellett vegye figyelembe a Poleg navodil za uporabo upoštevajte še naslednje. következőket. OPOZORILO FIGYELMEZTETÉS Avtomobilski ključ ima gumbasto celico kot baterijo. V A járműkulcs egy gombelemmel működik. Az elemek, primeru, če pride do zaužitja baterije ali gumbaste celice, illetve a gombelemek lenyelhetők, és két órán belül súlyos lahko to v dveh urah povzroči resne telesne poškodbe ali vagy halálos sérüléseket okozhatnak, például belső...
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Please note the following in addition to the information Zusätzlich zur Betriebsanleitung folgendes beachten. provided in the Owner's Handbook. WARNING WARNUNG Der Fahrzeugschlüssel enthält als Batterie eine Knopfzelle. he battery inside the vehicle key is a button cell. Batteries Batterien oder Knopfzellen können verschluckt werden und or button cells can be swallowed, causing serious or even innerhalb von zwei Stunden zu schweren oder tödlichen fatal injuries within two hours, e.g.
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