Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL F 750 GS special vehicle MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
Page 2 Vehicle data Model Vehicle Identification Number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number Dealership details Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Phone number Dealership address/phone number (company stamp)
Page 3 YOUR BMW. We congratulate you on your choice of a vehicle from BMW Motorrad and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations.
Page 4 GENERAL STATUS INSTRUCTIONS INDICATORS Quick & easy reference Overview, displays Abbreviations and sym- Warning indicators Overview, displays bols Equipment with connectivity Technical data Indicator lights with Currency Connectivity Additional sources of information OPERATION Certificates and operat- ing licences Ignition switch/steer- Data memory ing lock Intelligent emergency...
Page 5 Heated grips Brakes Seats Parking your motor- cycle Refuelling TFT DISPLAY Securing motorcycle for transportation General notes Principle Pure Ride view ENGINEERING DE- General settings TAILS Bluetooth My vehicle General notes On-board computer Antilock Brake Sys- Navigation tem (ABS) Media Traction control Telephone (DTC)
Page 6 Care products Reporting safety-rel- Washing the vehicle evant defects Cleaning easily dam- Recycling aged components BMW Motorrad Care of paintwork Service Paint preservation BMW Motorrad Laying up motorcycle Service history Restoring motorcycle BMW Motorrad mo- to use bility services Maintenance work...
Page 7 Maintenance sched- BMW Motorrad run- ning-in check Maintenance confirm- ations Service confirmations APPENDIX Declaration of Con- formity Certificate for elec- tronic immobiliser Certificate for Key- less Ride Certificate for Key- less Ride Certificate for Key- less Ride Certificate for Key-...
Page 8 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 9 QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM...
Page 10 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS DANGER High-risk haz- QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ard. Non-avoidance leads An important aspect of this to fatal or severe injury. rider's manual is that it can be ATTENTION Special notes used for quick and easy refer- and precautionary meas- ence.
Page 11 Optional equipment. EQUIPMENT The vehicles are When you ordered your assembled com- BMW Motorrad, you chose plete with all the various items of custom BMW Motorrad equipment. This rider's manual optional equipment describes optional equipment originally ordered. (OE) and selected optional Optional accessories.
Page 12 Your authorised tration documents, or can be BMW Motorrad retailer obtained from your authorised will be happy to answer any BMW Motorrad retailer or an- questions you may have. other qualified service partner or specialist workshop. The Internet specifications in the vehicle...
Page 13 each other. Some control units Vehicle users have the right to are required for the vehicle to obtain full information at no function safely or provide as- cost from persons or entities sistance during riding, for ex- storing personal data of the ample assistance systems.
Page 14 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS The vehicle owner can also re- Status reports of the vehicle quest that a BMW Motorrad and its individual components, retailer or another qualified for example wheel speed, service partner or specialist wheel circumferential velo- workshop read out the data...
Page 15 BMW Motorrad retailer or an- this technical information can other qualified service partner be read out of the vehicle to- or specialist workshop.
Page 16 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS vehicle, for example using a The image and sound of the smartphone. mobile device can then be out- Depending on the individual put via the multimedia system. equipment, this includes: At the same time, specific in- Multimedia data, such as mu- formation is transferred to the sic for playback mobile device.
Page 17 apps that are provided by the Services from other providers vehicle manufacturer or by When using online services other providers. from other providers, these services are subject to the re- Services of the vehicle sponsibility and the data pro- manufacturer tection and operating con- For online services of the ditions of the individual pro-...
Page 18 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS system and its functions see The intelligent emergency call 93). system processes personal data only with the agreement of the Legal basis vehicle owner. Processing of personal data The intelligent emergency call using the intelligent emergency system and other services with call system is in line with the additional benefits can process following regulations:...
Page 19 phone site locations. It is not Sent information possible for the provider to When making an emergency trace a connection between call using the intelligent emer- the vehicle's VIN and the phone gency call system, the system number of the installed SIM forwards the same information card.
Page 20 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS call, for example the location and time of the emergency call. The voice recordings of the emergency call are stored at the emergency call centre. The voice recordings of the customer are stored for 24 hours in case details of the emergency call need to be ana- lysed.
Page 22 GENERAL VIEWS...
Page 23: Table Of Contents
GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDER THE RIDER'S SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH CONNECTIVITY...
Page 24: General View, Left Side
GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Power socket ( 258) STOP signal indicator, rear ( 108) USB charging interface 259) Rear fog light ( 103) Microphone ( 111) 10 Cases ( 260) Case for special vehicle Speaker ( 111) 263) Radio communication unit 11 Fire extinguisher in the (see corresponding oper-...
Page 25: General View, Right Side
GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE 360° marker strobe Coolant level indicator 106) (behind the side trim pan- el) ( 221) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 218) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 219) Vehicle identification number, type plate (on Adjusting spring preload steering head) for rear wheel ( 167) LED flashing beacons, front (...
Page 26: Under The Rider's Seat
GENERAL VIEWS UNDER THE RIDER'S SEAT Toolkit ( 212) Tool for adjusting spring preload ( 167) Diagnostic connector 253) Battery ( 244) Fuses ( 252) Main fuse ( 251)
Page 27: Multifunction Switch, Left
MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High-beam headlight and Hailing system ( 109) headlight flasher ( Sound 1 and sound 2 Siren ( 110) Manual daytime riding light ( 101) Hailing system ( 109) Sound 3 and sound 4 Adaptive cruise control Siren ( 110) 128) 10 Turn indicators (...
Page 28 GENERAL VIEWS 11 Function buttons (codable, depending on equipment fitted and customer re- quest: see the section en- titled "Technical data" for information on coding for function buttons) Cruising Light ( 100) with radio preparation Radio communication unit (see corresponding oper- ating instructions) 12 Horn 13 MENU rocker button...
Page 29: Multifunction Switch, Right
MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT with intelligent emergency call Operating heated handle- bar grips ( 134) Select the riding mode 125) Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( 177)
Page 30 GENERAL VIEWS Function buttons (codable, depending on equipment fitted and customer re- quest: see the section headed "Technical data" for details of coding for function buttons) with km/h instrument cluster for special vehicle Set the road speed. 119) with radio preparation Radio communication unit (see corresponding oper- ating instructions)
Page 31: Multifunction Switch, Right
MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Operating heated handle- Function buttons (codable, bar grips ( 134) depending on equipment fitted and customer re- Select the riding mode quest: see the section 125) headed "Technical data" Emergency-off switch (kill for details of coding for switch) ( function buttons) Starter button (...
Page 32 GENERAL VIEWS STOP signal, rear 108) LED flashing beacon, front 104) LED 360° marker strobe 106) Rear fog light ( 103) Light deactivation 109)
Page 33: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Engine speed display, in- dicator and warning lights Multifunction display Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) with anti-theft alarm (DWA) DWA light-emitting diode Alarm signal ( 131)
Page 34: Instrument Cluster With Connectivity
GENERAL VIEWS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH CONNECTIVITY with Connectivity Indicator and warning lights with Connectivity TFT display ( DWA light-emitting diode 131) with Keyless Ride Indicator light for the ra- dio-operated key ( Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- strument lighting)
Page 36 STATUS INDICATORS...
Page 37 OVERVIEW, DISPLAYS WARNING INDICATORS OVERVIEW, DISPLAYS WITH CONNECTIVITY INDICATOR LIGHTS WITH CONNECTIVITY...
Page 38 STATUS INDICATORS OVERVIEW, DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Manual daytime riding General warning light light ( 101) ABS ( 47) ( 10 Turn indicators, right 103) Warning light, drive mal- function ( 11 Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- Turn indicators, left strument lighting) 103)
Page 39 MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY Riding mode ( 125) 10 Outside temperature warning ( Speedometer 11 Fuel reserve indicator light Automatic daytime riding light ( 101) 12 Recommendation to up- Fuel gauge shift ( Warning lights (see indic- 13 Gear indicator ator lights overview) 14 Time ( 115) Warning messages (see...
Page 40 STATUS INDICATORS WARNING INDICATORS Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the corresponding warning lights. Warnings for which there is no dedicated warning light are in- dicated by 'General' warning light 1 showing in combina- tion with a warning message at position 2 such as, for ex- ample, or a warning...
Page 41 Warnings, overview Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside tempe- rature warning lights up is displayed. Electronic im- yellow. mobiliser active lights up appears on the Radio-operated yellow. display. key out of range appears on lights up Replacing battery KEYLO! the display.
Page 42 STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Engine control flashes red. flashes. failed ( shows. is displayed. is displayed. lights up Bulb faulty LAMPF! LAMPR! is dis- yellow. LAMPS! played. is dis- Anti-theft alarm DWALO! played. battery weak lights up is displayed.
Page 43 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights flashes. ABS self-dia- gnosis not com- pleted ( lights up. ABS fault ( quick- DTC intervention flashes. slow- DTC self-dia- flashes. gnosis not com- pleted ( lights up. DTC switched off lights up. DTC fault ( lights up.
Page 44 STATUS INDICATORS Ambient temperature When the vehicle is at a stand- WARNING still, the heat of the electrical Risk of black ice forming machine can falsify the ambi- even when temperature is ent-temperature reading. If the above approx. 3 °C effect of the engine's heat be- Risk of accident comes excessive, “...
Page 45 BMW Motorrad Retailer. Use spare key. Replacing battery of radio- Have the defective key re- operated key placed, preferably by an au- with Keyless Ride thorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. lights up yellow. Radio-operated key out of range appears on the KEYLO! display.
Page 46 If the coolant temperature cialist workshop, preferably an is frequently too high, have authorised BMW Motorrad re- the fault rectified as soon as tailer. possible by a specialist work-...
Page 47 Have the fault rectified as Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. tailer.
Page 48 Have the fault rectified as fault rectified by a specialist quickly as possible by a spe- workshop, preferably an cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad authorised BMW Motorrad re- Retailer. tailer. It is possible to continue to Possible cause: ride but not recommended.
Page 49 Consult a specialist work- on the vehicle shop, preferably an authorised Safety risk BMW Motorrad retailer. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always Anti-theft alarm battery flat carry a complete set of with anti-theft alarm (DWA) spare bulbs if possible.
Page 50 (RDC) the 'General' warning light flashes red. For more information on the BMW Motorrad RDC system of tyre pressure monitoring, see 205). Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance with tyre pressure control...
Page 51 Risk of accident, degradation shop, preferably an authorised of the vehicle's driving char- BMW Motorrad Retailer. acteristics. If you are unsure whether the Adapt your style of riding vehicle can be ridden with the accordingly.
Page 52 Have the fault rectified or there is a system fault. by a specialist workshop, Have the fault rectified preferably an authorised by a specialist workshop, BMW Motorrad retailer. preferably an authorised Possible cause: BMW Motorrad retailer. Wireless communication with Transmission fault...
Page 53 ABS Pro fault BMW Motorrad retailer. message ( 197). Have the fault rectified as ABS self-diagnosis not quickly as possible by a spe- completed cialist workshop, preferably an flashes. authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
Page 54 5 km/h) quickly as possible by a spe- Pull away slowly. Bear in cialist workshop, preferably an mind that the DTC function authorised BMW Motorrad re- is not available until self- tailer. diagnosis has completed. DTC intervention DTC switched off quick-flashes.
Page 55 The more the fuel authorised BMW Motorrad re- moves around in the fluid tank tailer. (caused by frequent changes in lean angle, frequent braking...
Page 56 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- When a service is due within cialist workshop, preferably 1000 kilometres, the wording an authorised BMW Motorrad 3 and countdown dis- Retailer. SERVD! tance 4 are displayed and the...
Page 57 Message 1 is displayed if an The message 1 is displayed emergency call is triggered once a connection has been manually by the rider while rid- established. ing.. The message 1 is displayed if it A countdown 1 is displayed be- was not possible to establish a low the 2 message while...
Page 58 STATUS INDICATORS Messages 1 and SOS! 2 are displayed if emer- ERROR gency calls are not possible as a result of a technical fault. Recommendation to upshift The upshift recommendation must be activated in the display settings ( 114). Upshift recommendation 1 in- dicates the best time to upshift economically.
Page 59 OVERVIEW, DISPLAYS WITH CONNECTIVITY Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the corresponding warning lights. Warnings for which there is no dedicated warning light are in- dicated by 'General' warning light 1 showing in combina- tion with a warning message at position 2 such as, for ex- ample, or a warning...
Page 60 STATUS INDICATORS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS WITH CONNECTIVITY with Connectivity Turn indicators, left with additional head- 103) light LED auxiliary headlights. High-beam headlight General warning light Turn indicators, right 103) Warning light, drive mal- function ( DTC ( ABS ( Manual daytime riding light ( 101)
Page 61 TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW with Connectivity Change of operating fo- 11 Connection status cus ( 145) 151) Rev. counter ( 148) 12 Muting ( 149) Status line ( 146) 13 Operating help Speedometer 14 Heating stages, handlebar grips ( 134) Riding mode ( 124)
Page 62 STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW with Connectivity Speedometer 12 Heating stages, handlebar grips ( 134) Cruise control ( 128) 13 Automatic daytime riding Speed Limit Info light ( 102) 147) 14 Outside temperature Riding mode ( 124) warning ( Status line ( 146) 15 Ambient temperature...
Page 63 Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS WITH sage, optimum values. CONNECTIVITY White circle with small "i" 2: Mode of presentation information. Warnings are indicated by the Yellow warning triangle 3: corresponding warning lights. warning, value not ideal. Warnings are indicated by the Red warning triangle 3: warn- 'General' warning light showing ing, value critical...
Page 64 STATUS INDICATORS Red: ( ) Current If there are two or more Hot! High! temperature or value is too Check Control messages of high. equal priority, the messages White: (---) No valid value keep changing in the order of their occurrence until they are available.
Page 65 Warnings, overview Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside tempe- rature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key out of range in range. lights up Keyless Ride Keyless Ride yellow. failed ( failure lights up Replacing battery Remote key bat- yellow.
Page 66 STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Alarm system battery flat battery empty. DWA failed Alarm system failure lights up Engine tempera- Engine temp. yellow. ture high ( high! lights up Engine over- Engine over- red. heated ( heating! shows.
Page 67 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed in red. Tyre pressure flashes red. outside permitted tolerance ( Tyre pressure does not match setpoint Tyre press. control. Loss of pressure. " " Transmission fault lights up " " Sensor faulty yellow.
Page 68 STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up ABS fault ( Limited ABS yellow. availability! lights up. lights up ABS failed ABS failure! yellow. lights up. lights up ABS Pro failed ABS Pro fail- yellow. ure! lights up. quick- DTC intervention flashes.
Page 69 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up D-ESA fault Spring strut yellow. adjustment faulty! Fuel reserve Fuel down to re- reached. Go to a serve ( filling station soon flashes. Gear not trained Hazard warning flashes lights system green.
Page 70 STATUS INDICATORS Ambient temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice forming TFT display. even when temperature is When the vehicle is at a stand- above approx. 3 °C still, the heat of the electrical Risk of accident machine can falsify the ambi- Always take extra care when...
Page 71 The integral battery in the ra- Have the faulty radio-operated dio-operated key has lost a key replaced by an authorised significant proportion of its BMW Motorrad Retailer. original capacity. There is no Keyless Ride failed assurance of how long the ra- with Keyless Ride dio-operated key can remain operational.
Page 72 Possible cause: quickly as possible by a spe- Consumers with high power cialist workshop, preferably an consumption are in operation authorised BMW Motorrad re- (such as heated body warm- tailer. ers), too many consumers are in operation at one time, or Voltage of the vehicle battery faulty.
Page 73 Have the fault rectified as headlight faulty! quickly as possible by a spe- Rear left turn in- cialist workshop, preferably an dicator faulty! authorised BMW Motorrad re- Rear right turn indic- tailer. ator faulty! Bulb faulty Number plate light lights up yellow.
Page 74 BMW Motorrad retailer. authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Light control failed Anti-theft alarm battery weak lights up yellow. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Light control fail- Alarm system batt.
Page 75 Consult a specialist workshop, Consult a specialist work- preferably an authorised BMW shop, preferably an authorised Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. DWA can no longer be activ- Anti-theft alarm battery flat ated or deactivated. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) False alarm possible.
Page 76 BMW Motorrad retailer. If engine overheating is a fre- quent occurrence, have the Engine overheated fault rectified as quickly as lights up red.
Page 77 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- flashes. cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- Serious fault in the tailer. engine control! Rid- Engine in emergency- ing at mod. speed pos.
Page 78 It is possible to continue to quickly as possible by a spe- ride but not recommended. cialist workshop, preferably an Avoid high load and rpm authorised BMW Motorrad re- ranges if possible. tailer. Have the fault rectified as Serious fault in engine control quickly as possible by a spe- flashes red.
Page 79 Tyre pressure RDC sensor is not active with tyre pressure control (RDC) min 30 km/h (The RDC In addition to the MY VEHICLE sensor does not transmit its menu screen and the Check signal to the vehicle until a Control messages, there is also certain minimum speed has screen TYRE PRESSURE...
Page 80 Instrument cluster in the TYRE For further information about view PRESSURE BMW Motorrad RDC, see the Sign under the seat section entitled "Engineering Tyre pressure outside details" ( 205). permitted tolerance Tyre pressure close to limit of...
Page 81 Have the tyre checked for fault has not occurred un- damage by a specialist work- less the 'General' warning light shop, preferably an authorised comes on to accompany the BMW Motorrad retailer. symptoms. Under these circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop,...
Page 82 STATUS INDICATORS Possible cause: preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Vehicle is fitted with wheels not equipped with RDC Possible cause: sensors. Wireless communication with Fit wheels and tyres equipped the RDC sensors has been dis- with RDC sensors. rupted. Radio systems are loc-...
Page 83 Emergency call function Consult a specialist work- restricted shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. with intelligent emergency call Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) failed lights up yellow. lights up yellow. Emergency call sys- Tyre pressure check tem error. Make an...
Page 84 The motorcycle Consult a specialist work- has to move forward a few shop, preferably an authorised metres for the wheel sensors BMW Motorrad retailer. to be tested. Pull away slowly. Bear in Side stand monitoring is mind that the ABS function...
Page 85 197). lights up yellow. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- lights up. cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- ABS Pro failure! On- tailer. ward journey pos- ABS failed sible. Ride carefully lights up yellow.
Page 86 STATUS INDICATORS Possible cause: DTC switched off The DTC has detected a de- lights up. gree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to re- Off! duce torque. The indicator and warning light Traction control de- flashes longer than the duration activated.
Page 87 Bear in mind that the DTC cialist workshop, preferably an function is restricted. authorised BMW Motorrad re- You can continue to ride. tailer. Bear in mind the more detailed information on D-ESA fault situations that can lead to a lights up yellow.
Page 88 The gearbox sensor is not fully quickly as possible by a spe- trained. cialist workshop, preferably an Select neutral and allow authorised BMW Motorrad re- the engine to idle for at least tailer. 10 seconds to teach the neut- ral position. Fuel down to reserve Use clutch control to engage Fuel reserve reached.
Page 89 Have your motorcycle ser- viced regularly by a specialist Service display workshop, preferably by an If service is overdue, the authorised BMW Motorrad re- due date or the odometer tailer. reading at which service was The vehicle remains oper- due is accompanied by the...
Page 90 OPERATION...
Page 91 IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK IGNITION WITH KEYLESS RIDE ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER EWS EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH (KILL SWITCH) INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL LIGHTING LIGHT SIGNALS SOUND SIGNALS MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY AUTHORITY-VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING (RDC) HEATED GRIPS SEATS...
Page 92: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
Consult a specialist work- Engine can be started. shop, preferably an authorised Pre-Ride-Check is performed. BMW Motorrad retailer. 177) ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Engaging steering lock gress. ( 178)
Page 93: Ignition With Keyless Ride
Plug connection for auxiliary Lights switched off. battery Handlebars not locked. with auxiliary battery Key can be removed. Electrically powered accessor- Prerequisite for operation with ies remain operational for a auxiliary battery and the asso- limited period of time. ciated special functions is that The battery can be recharged the bridge has been inserted via the vehicle socket.
Page 94 OPERATION The vehicle cannot be started if the radio con- trol key is not within range (e.g. key inside one of the cases or the topcase). If the radio-operated key re- mains out of range the igni- tion is switched off after about 90 seconds to protect the bat- Press and hold down but- tery.
Page 95 Switching off ignition Version 1: Requirement Short-press button 1. Side lights and all function Radio-operated key is within circuits are switched on. range. with daytime riding light Daytime riding light is switched on. with additional headlight LED auxiliary headlights are switched on.
Page 96 OPERATION simply inserting the folded To switch the function on, ex- radio-operated key into the tend the side stand with the ring aerial under the seat. transmission in neutral and the engine running. Remove the radio-operated key from the vehicle. The engine continues running and charges the battery.
Page 97 Replacing battery of radio- with Connectivity operated key Remote key battery Requirement weak. Function lim- The radio-operated key does ited. Change battery. not react because the battery is Change the battery. weak. appears on the KEYLO! display. DANGER Swallowing a battery Risk of injury or death An ignition key contains a button cell as its battery.
Page 98: Electronic Immobiliser Ews
You can obtain extra keys only through an authorised ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER BMW Motorrad retailer. The ignition keys are part of an The on-board electronics integrated security system, access the data saved in the so the retailer is under an...
Page 99: Emergency-Off Switch (Kill Switch)
EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH (KILL SWITCH) Engine switched off Normal operating position (run) Emergency-off switch (kill switch) INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL WARNING with intelligent emergency call Operation of the kill switch Emergency call via BMW while riding Press the SOS button in an Risk of fall due to rear wheel emergency only.
Page 100 A changeover of the lan- guage for the emergency call can only be performed by the BMW Motorrad partner. The time until transmission of The language assigned to the the emergency call 1 is dis- vehicle varies from the select- played.
Page 101 with Connectivity The reception symbol 1 indic- ates that the connection has been established. The time until transmission with Connectivity of the emergency call is dis- played. During that time, it is possible to cancel the emer- gency call. To cancel an emergency call: Press SOS button 2 and hold it down for two seconds.
Page 102 OPERATION possible to cancel the emer- gency call. with Connectivity Provide information to the emergency services using the microphone 3 and speaker 4. Automatic emergency call The intelligent emergency call The time until transmission is active after the ignition is of the emergency call is dis- switched on and reacts if a fall played.
Page 103: Lighting
Provide information to the emergency services using the microphone 3 and speaker 4. Emergency call in the event of a severe fall A severe fall or a crash is de- tected. The emergency call is placed automatically without delay. The reception symbol 1 indic- ates that the connection has LIGHTING been established.
Page 104 OPERATION with daytime riding light In daytime the daytime riding light can be switched on as an alternative to the low-beam headlight. High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Switch on the ignition. Immediately after switching off the ignition, pull switch 1 back and hold it in that posi- tion until the headlight cour- tesy delay feature comes on.
Page 105 in that position until the park- ing lights come on. WARNING Switch the ignition on and off Riding with the 360° marker again to switch off the park- strobe extended. ing lights. Risk of accident Surround lighting Do not ride the motorcycle with LED 360°...
Page 106 OPERATION Press bottom section of but- Press 1 (F2) to switch on the ton 1 to switch on the LED Cruising Light. auxiliary headlights. The LED 360° marker strobe Press the button again to and the LED flashing beacons switch off the LED auxiliary are dimmed.
Page 107 function. (For mode detailed The LED 360° marker strobe information on how to and the LED flashing beacons operate the MultiController, show at full brightness. see the section entitled “TFT Press the function button for display ( 141)“.) Cruising Light (F2) to switch off the Cruising Light (only if function is coded accordingly).
Page 108 OPERATION low-beam headlight and front The indicator light for the side light are switched on. automatic daytime riding If the high beam headlight is light shows. switched off again, the daytime If ambient brightness drops running light is not automat- below a certain value, the ically reactivated, but must be low-beam headlight is auto-...
Page 109 switched on again when am- bient light is bright enough. Operating rear fog light with rear fog light Press button 1 to switch on the hazard warning lights sys- tem. Ignition can be switched off. To switch off the hazard Press button 1 at the top to warning lights system, switch switch on the rear fog light.
Page 110: Light Signals
To have the coding LED marker strobes for a lim- changed consult a ited time period only. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Press the top section of but- retailer. ton 1 to switch on the front See "Technical data" for details LED flashing beacons.
Page 111 The alternating front lights value (for example when you function is coded by your au- ride into a tunnel) the altern- thorised BMW Motorrad re- ating front lights function is tailer. automatically switched off. The alternating front lights...
Page 112 OPERATION Your BMW Motorrad re- tailer can parameterise WARNING the switch-off function for the Riding with the 360° marker alternating front lights. The last strobe extended. setting is either saved perman- Risk of accident ently or reset when the ignition Do not ride the motorcycle is switched off.
Page 113 Press button again to switch off the 360° marker strobe. To have the coding changed consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. See "Technical data" for details of the special functions. Short-press top section of The blue indicator light goes button 1 to switch on front out.
Page 114 STOP signal The front/rear stop signals can Your authorised be encoded depending on the BMW Motorrad retailer equipment and customer re- can encode the displayed text. quest. To change the cod- ing consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 115: Sound Signals
For a complete list of all en- switched off separately. codable stop signals, please contact a specialist workshop, Low-beam headlight, side preferably a BMW Motorrad lights and rear light are partner. switched off. with Connectivity Light deactivation...
Page 116 The type of acoustic sig- nal is country-specific and can be encoded by your au- thorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. See "Technical data" for details Operate switch 1 at top to of the country-specific encod- switch the warning and com- ing of the acoustic signals.
Page 117 Operate switch 3 at bottom to operate the emergency power siren "airhorn" with the horn button 2. The siren signals "hold & peak", "airhorn" and "hilo" have a higher priority than "wail/yelp". The siren remains on for as Operate switch 1 at top to long as horn button 2 is oper- switch the emergency power ated.
Page 118: Multifunction Display
OPERATION Adjust volume using the po- Automatic tripmeter TRIP A tentiometer 4. Turn the po- is reset automatically 6 hours tentiometer while making after the ignition is switched sure to avoid feedback. off and the date has changed. Release the intercom button 3 Call up the settings menu: between announcements.
Page 119 with tyre pressure control (RDC) Tyre pressure control Battery voltage VOLTGE Riding time RDTIME Date DATE Reset the trip distance recorder Press and hold Switch on the ignition. down MENU rocker Select the tripmeter. button bottom section 2 until The tripmeter you want is dis- displayed average value 4 is played.
Page 120 OPERATION Riding time starts at Switch upshift recommend- ation off or on 00:00:00 ECOSFT OFF ECOSFT ON Select SETUP Adjust the brightness of the Requirement backlighting in the instrument The vehicle is at a standstill. cluster BRIGHT with daytime riding light Activate automatic daytime riding light A DRL ON...
Page 121 Set the clock Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill. Switch on the ignition. Select SETUP. ( 114) is displayed. SETUP CLOCK Long-press MENU rocker but- ton top section 1. is displayed. SETUP ENTER Alternatively: Repeatedly short-press the MENU rocker button top section 1 until is displayed.
Page 122 OPERATION Press the bottom part of the Press the top part of the MENU rocker button briefly to MENU rocker button briefly to go back a minute. advance the day. Press and hold the bottom Press the bottom part of the part of the MENU rocker but- MENU rocker button briefly to ton once the desired minute...
Page 123 Set the units Press and hold the top part of Requirement the MENU rocker button. is displayed. The vehicle is at a standstill. SETUP ENTER Adjusting the brightness Switch on the ignition. of the backlighting in the Select SETUP. ( 114) instrument cluster Repeatedly short-press the...
Page 124 OPERATION press the MENU rocker Change date format between button top section 1 until SETUP UNIT RESET displayed. Long press the MENU rocker button bottom section 2 until 3 flashes. RESET Units have been reset to the factory setting. is dis- SETUP UNIT EXIT played.
Page 125: Authority-Vehicle Speedometer
Date and time can also be Minimum speed for the reset to a default value by activation of the author- using the func- SETUP RESET ities speed indicator tion. min 5 km/h A time of is displayed. 12:00 Hold down the right side of Long-press MENU rocker the 1 button to save the ac- button top section 1 to exit...
Page 126: Traction Control (Dtc)
OPERATION stored speed is shown at the Release button 1 once the top left for 10 seconds. status has changed. To stop the cyclic recording, remains lit. release the 1 button or stop the motorcycle. with Connectivity TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) The new DTC system status appears briefly on...
Page 127: Electronic Suspension Adjustment (D-Esa)
Possible settings Release button 1 once the status has changed. Dynamic ESA (electronic chassis and suspension remains off or continues to flash. adjustment) enables you to adjust rear-wheel damping with Connectivity to the road surface. Three The new DTC system status damper settings and three appears briefly on the display.
Page 128 OPERATION display in area 1; the spring To adjust damping: preload is displayed in area 2. Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until the setting you with Connectivity want to use is displayed. You can adjust the damp- ing characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move.
Page 129 to adjust a setting: with Connectivity Load A message is issued if a set- adjustment only avail. ting is not possible in the selec- stopped. ted riding mode. Example: with Connectivity ENDURO riding mode damp. not adjustable. Selection arrow 4 is displayed. To adjust spring preload: The selection arrow 4 dis- Start the engine.
Page 130: Riding Mode
Riding-mode preselection RIDING MODE with riding modes Pro Using riding modes with Connectivity BMW Motorrad has developed Riding mode preselection is operational scenarios for your a function for shortlisting the motorcycle from which you can rider's subset of preferred rid- select the scenario suitable for ing modes.
Page 131 The list of preselected riding with Connectivity modes is retained in memory, even after the ignition is switched off. Select the riding mode Switch on the ignition. The riding mode currently act- ive 2 is sent to the back and is displayed in the popup 3.
Page 132 OPERATION Adaptive cruise control deac- tivated. The selected riding mode is retained with the engine- characteristic, ABS, DTC and Dynamic ESA adaptation set- tings even after the ignition has been switched off. with riding modes Pro with Connectivity ATTENTION Activation of the off-road mode (ENDURO) when rid- ing on-road Risk of crash due to lack of...
Page 133: Cruise Control
Repeatedly press button 1 un- The selected riding mode til the riding mode you want is retained with the engine- is displayed in the pop-up. characteristic, ABS, DTC and Dynamic ESA adaptation set- The intervention of riding tings even after the ignition dynamics control systems has been switched off.
Page 134 OPERATION Setting road speed with cruise control Symbol 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and in the top status line. Short-push button 1 forward. Switching on cruise control Adjustment range for with cruise control adaptive cruise control Requirement 10...190 km/h Adaptive cruise control is not...
Page 135 Deactivating cruise control Speed is increased by approx. 1 km/h each time you push with cruise control the button. Brake, pull the clutch lever or Push button 1 forward and turn the throttle grip (close hold it in this position. the throttle by turning the grip The vehicle accelerates back past the idle position)
Page 136: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)
OPERATION shows. Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed). Anti-theft alarm is active. Switching off cruise control with Keyless Ride with cruise control Switch off the ignition. Slide switch 1 to the left. Press button 1 on the radio- The system is deactivated. operated key twice.
Page 137 (if programmed). type of acoustic alarm tone Motion sensor has been deac- can be set by an authorised tivated. BMW Motorrad retailer. Alarm signal with Keyless Ride with anti-theft alarm (DWA) A DWA alarm can be triggered Motion sensor Switch-on attempt with an unauthorised vehicle key.
Page 138 OPERATION Light signals issued by the the alarm function is automat- indicator light: ically reactivated after approx. 30 seconds if Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1 Arm automat- is switched on. Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2 ically Flashes 3x: Ignition switched Turn indicators flash once.
Page 139 (DWA) DWA. The alarm system can be adap- : Auto- Arm automatically ted to your particular needs in matic activation of the alarm the following respects by your function when the ignition is authorised BMW Motorrad Re- switched off. tailer:...
Page 140: Tyre Pressure Monitoring (Rdc)
OPERATION Default settings HEATED GRIPS The anti-theft alarm ships with with heated grips the following default settings: Operating heated handlebar Confirmation alarm tone after grips having activated/deactivated Start the engine. ( 177) the DWA: no. Alarm tone: intermittent. The heating in the heated handlebar grips can be TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR- activated only when the engine...
Page 141: Seats
ing power as soon as the grips heating power is for heating are warm. the grips quickly: it is advisable High heating power to switch back to a lower heat- ing power as soon as the grips are warm. Medium heating power High heating power Low heating power Medium heating power...
Page 142 OPERATION Removing passenger seat Front seat is unlocked. Switch off the ignition. Push rider’s seat 1 in direction of arrow out of holders 2. Remove screws 2. Remove the rider's seat and Push passenger seat 1 in dir- place it, upholstered side ection of arrow 4 out of hold- down, on a clean, dry surface.
Page 144 TFT DISPLAY...
Page 145 GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE DISPLAY SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMATION...
Page 146: General Notes
BMW Motorrad driving results in a risk of ac- Connected app cident The BMW Motorrad Connec- Operate those systems or ted app enables the user to devices only when the traffic call up usage data and vehicle situation allows for it.
Page 147: Principle
On some mobile devices, Adjust settings. e.g. those with iOS Increase volume. operating systems, the Turn the Multi-Controller BMW Motorrad Connected App must be opened before use. down: Move the cursor down in lists. Currency Adjust settings. Updates of the TFT display Decrease volume.
Page 148 TFT DISPLAY MENU rocker button functions Operating pointers in the main menu Instructions given by the navigation system are displayed in a dialogue box if menu has Navigation not been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Short-press the top section of the MENU button: In Menu view: Change up one...
Page 149 Operating pointers in Display Pure Ride view submenus Long-press the top section of In addition to the operating the MENU rocker button. pointers in the main menu, Switching functions on and there are additional operating pointers in the submenus. Some menu items have a Meaning of the operating check box in front of them.
Page 150 TFT DISPLAY Calling up menu Moving cursor in lists Display the Pure Ride view. Call up a menu. ( 144) 143) To move the cursor down in Short-press the bottom sec- a list, turn Multi-Controller 1 tion of button 2. down until the entry you want is highlighted.
Page 151 Call up the last menu used Display the Pure Ride view. In Pure Ride view: Long-press 143) the bottom section of the Long-press the top section of MENU rocker button. the MENU rocker button. The last menu used is called Operating focus changes to up.
Page 152 TFT DISPLAY Select the content of the top status line. ( 147) Examples of what the system statuses mean: System status 1: DTC func- Long-press button 1 to obtain tion is switched on. the Pure Ride view. Change the display for the Repeatedly short-press but- status line ton 1 to select the value in...
Page 153 You can switch between the Vehicle is connected to a selected displays in the top compatible mobile device. The status line. If no displays are BMW Motorrad Connected app selected, only the range will is installed on the mobile be displayed. device.
Page 154: Pure Ride View
TFT DISPLAY Range publisher of the map material in the navigation system. Navigate to Settings Display Switch Speed Limit Info on or off. PURE RIDE VIEW Rev. counter The range readout 1 indicates how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank.
Page 155: General Settings
Recommendation to upshift Set date format Navigate to Settings Sys- tem settings Date and time Date format Select the desired setting. Confirm setting. Set the clock Switch on the ignition. Navigate to Settings Sys- The recommendation to upshift tem settings Date and in the status line 1 or in the time...
Page 156: Bluetooth
TFT DISPLAY Set the language Reset all settings Navigate to All the settings in the Settings Sys- Set- menu can be reset to tem settings Language tings the factory settings. The following languages can be set: Call up the menu. Settings German Select...
Page 157 Mobile device only once, on initial contact. Rider's helmet On some mobile devices, Passenger helm. The connection status for mo- e.g. those with iOS bile devices is displayed. operating systems, the BMW Motorrad Connected App must be opened before use.
Page 158 TFT DISPLAY Connect mobile device transferred to the vehicle automatically. Perform pairing. ( 151) Telephone data ( 161) Activate the mobile device's If the telephone book is Bluetooth function (see mo- not displayed, consult the bile device's operating in- troubleshooting chart in the structions).
Page 159 If the connection is not established, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 285) If the Bluetooth connection does not work as expected, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 285) Delete connections Navigate to Settings Con-...
Page 160: My Vehicle
TFT DISPLAY MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( 148) Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear 223) On-board voltage 244) Tyre pressure, front 223)
Page 161 Operating pointers To scroll to the left, short- press Multi-Controller 1 to the left. The My Vehicle menu contains the following screens: MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tyre pressure control (RDC) Operating pointer 1: TYRE PRESSURE Indicators showing how far SERVICE REQUIREMENTS you can scroll to the left or (if available)
Page 162 TFT DISPLAY Service requirements When the next service is due within less than a month or within 1000 km, a white Check Control message is displayed.
Page 163: On-Board Computer
Select ON-BOARD COMPUTER Autom. reset and con- Reset all values Call up the on-board firm. computer is selected, Autom. reset Call up the My vehicle the trip computer is automat- menu. ically reset when a minimum Scroll to the right until the of 6 hours have passed and menu ON-BOARD COMPUTER...
Page 164 Navigation BMW Motorrad Connected App Favourites must be opened before use. Select and confirm destina- Enter the destination address tion. Connect a mobile device. Select Start guidance 152) Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app and start the route guidance.
Page 165: Media
Enter special destinations End route guidance Special destinations, such as Navigate to Navigation points of interest, can be dis- Active route guidance played on the map. Select End route guidance Navigate to and confirm, or tilt the Mul- Navigation tiController to the left. POIs The following locations can be Switch spoken instructions on...
Page 166: Telephone
Shuffle Select Call up the menu. Repeat Media (current track) or BMW Motorrad recom- mends setting the volume TELEPHONE on the mobile end device for Precondition media and calls to maximum The vehicle is connected to a before setting off.
Page 167: Display Software Version
Muting DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMA- During active phone calls, the TION microphone in the helmet can Navigate to Settings be muted. formation Licences Phone calls with multiple participants While a phone call is in pro- gress, a second call can be ac- cepted.
Page 168 ADJUSTMENT...
Page 169 MIRRORS HEADLIGHT WINDSCREEN CLUTCH BRAKES SPRING PRELOAD DAMPING...
Page 170: Mirrors
Have the headlights adjusted to the prevailing conditions by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. Headlight beam throw and Push protective cap 1 over spring preload the threaded fastener of the...
Page 171: Windscreen
If there are doubts about the correct headlight beam throw, have the setting checked by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Adjusting headlight beam throw WARNING Adjusting the windscreen while riding Risk of falling...
Page 172: Brakes
ADJUSTMENT WARNING Adjusting the handbrake lever while riding Risk of accident Do not attempt to adjust the handbrake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill. Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- wise to increase the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip.
Page 173: Spring Preload
SPRING PRELOAD without Dynamic ESA Adjustment It is essential to set spring pre- load of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce WARNING spring preload accordingly when the motorcycle is lightly Spring preload setting and loaded.
Page 174: Damping
ADJUSTMENT Adjusting damping for rear Basic setting of spring wheel preload, rear Make sure the ground is level Turn the adjuster knob and firm and place the motor- counter-clockwise as far as cycle on its stand. it will go, then back it off 20 turns in the clockwise direction.
Page 175 Basic setting of rear- suspension damping characteristic Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go clockwise, then back it off 1.5 turns. (One-up without luggage) Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go clockwise, then back it off 0.5 turns. (One-up with luggage) Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go clockwise,...
Page 176 RIDING...
Page 177 SAFETY INFORMATION REGULAR CHECK STARTING RUNNING IN SHIFTING GEAR OFF-ROAD USE BRAKES PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELLING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
Page 178: Safety Information
This applies even to short tion entitled "Technical data"). journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised WARNING BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to advise you on When a motorcycle with the correct clothing for every lowered suspension is cor- purpose.
Page 179 also the section entitled Lowering the motorcycle's "Accessories" ( 263). suspension shortens spring travel. Ride comfort might be Payload per case restricted as a result. Be sure to adjust spring preload ac- max 8 kg cordingly, particularly for riding two-up. Maximum permissible speed for riding with Loading correctly...
Page 180 RIDING Risk of poisoning Spring-strut and shock-ab- sorber system not set up cor- Exhaust fumes contain carbon rectly monoxide, which is colourless Imbalanced load and odourless but highly toxic. Loose clothing Insufficient tyre pressure WARNING Poor tyre tread Exhaust gases adversely af- Added luggage systems such fecting health as cases, topcase and tank...
Page 181 Risk of burning Stop the engine immediately if it misfires Use only unleaded fuel CAUTION Comply with all specified Engine and exhaust system maintenance intervals. become very hot when the vehicle is in use ATTENTION Risk of burn injury When you park the vehicle Unburned fuel in catalytic make sure that no-one and converter...
Page 182: Regular Check
RIDING Tampering Check operation of the clutch. 220) Check the tyre tread depth. ATTENTION 224) Tampering with the motor- Check the tyre pressures. cycle (e.g. engine manage- 223) ment ECU, throttle valves, Check security of cases and clutch) luggage. Damage to the affected parts, Every 3rd refuelling stop: failure of safety-relevant func- Check the engine oil level.
Page 183: Starting
STARTING Starting engine ATTENTION Sufficient gearbox lubrica- tion only with the engine is running. Gearbox damage Press starter button 1. Do not allow the motorcycle The start attempt is auto- to roll for a lengthy period matically interrupted if of time or push it a long battery voltage is too low.
Page 184 The intervention of riding quickly as possible by a spe- dynamics control systems cialist workshop, preferably an can be restricted, depending on authorised BMW Motorrad re- which riding mode is selected tailer. and how the selected mode is configured. ABS self-diagnosis...
Page 185 (The motorcycle has to reach quickly as possible by a spe- a defined minimum speed cialist workshop, preferably an with the engine running for authorised BMW Motorrad re- the wheel-speed sensors to tailer. be checked: min 5 km/h) DTC self-diagnosis...
Page 186: Running In
RIDING authorised BMW Motorrad re- Brake pads tailer. New brake pads have to bed down before they can achieve RUNNING IN their optimum friction levels. Engine You can compensate for this Until the running-in check, initial reduction in braking effi-...
Page 187: Shifting Gear
Pro clutch can cause a severe Gear Shift Assistant Pro load-change reaction. BMW Motorrad recommends For safety reasons, ad- disengaging the clutch for aptive cruise control is shifts in these circumstances. automatically deactivated when...
Page 188: Off-Road Use
RIDING OFF-ROAD USE ATTENTION After off-roading BMW Motorrad recommends Riding on unsurfaced or checking the following after dirty roads off-roading: Increased brake pad wear Check the thickness of the Tyre pressure brake pads more frequently and replace the brake pads WARNING in good time.
Page 189: Brakes
Un- nature. der these circumstances the front wheel can lock up. BRAKES BMW Motorrad ABS prevents How can stopping distance be the front wheel from locking minimised? Each time the brakes are ap- plied, a load distribution shift...
Page 190 RIDING ate and vehicle speed reaches 20 km/h. WARNING Descending mountain passes Wetness and dirt result in diminished braking effi- WARNING ciency Risk of accident Braking mostly with the rear Apply the brakes lightly brake on mountain descents while riding to remove Brake fade, destruction of the wetness and dirt, or brakes due to overheating...
Page 191: Parking Your Motorcycle
in safety for braking with the motorcycle banked for corner- ATTENTION ing, it cannot under any circum- Poor ground underneath the stances be considered as re- stand defining the physical limits that Risk of damage to parts if apply to motorcycling. It is still vehicle topples possible for these limits to be Always check that the...
Page 192: Refuelling
More Extend the centre stand and information is available from lift the motorcycle on to the your authorised BMW Motorrad stand. retailer. Recommended fuel REFUELLING grade...
Page 193 with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Refuelling WARNING Fuel is highly flammable Risk of fire and explosion Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank.
Page 194 RIDING the fuel reserve indicator light is switched off. WARNING The "usable fuel capacity" Escape of fuel due to heat- specified in the technical induced expansion if fuel data is the quantity that the tank is overfilled fuel tank could hold if refilled Risk of falling after it had been run dry and Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Page 195 Slowly pull tab 1 up. Waiting time for open- The indicator light for the ra- ing the fuel filler cap dio-operated key flashes while 2 min the search for the radio-oper- There are two variant ways ated key is in progress. of opening the fuel filler cap: Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel Within the waiting time.
Page 196 Keyless Ride Fuel filler cap cannot be opened. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Hold emergency release 2 in position. Install screws 1.
Page 197: Securing Motorcycle For Transportation
SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION Make sure that all compon- ents that might come into contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are ad- equately protected against scratching, e.g. adhesive tape or soft cloths should be used for this purpose. ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage...
Page 198 RIDING compressed as tightly as possible front and rear.
Page 200 ENGINEERING DETAILS...
Page 201 GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT ENGINE RUN-ON CIRCUIT...
Page 202: General Notes
At this ficients of friction than a clean, instant the BMW Motorrad ABS dry asphalt surface. The lower must assume an extremely the coefficient of friction, the low coefficient of friction longer the stopping distance.
Page 203 BMW Motorrad ABS can sible that the BMW Motorrad ensure directional stability on any surface. Limitations ABS will be unable to prevent inherent to the design principle...
Page 204 Take care when cornering! When you apply the brakes on a corner, the vehicle's weight and momentum take over and even BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to counteract their ef- fects.
Page 205: Traction Control (Dtc)
Evolution of ABS to ABS Pro more uniform across the range Until now, BMW Motorrad ABS of ABS intervention. has helped ensure a very high degree of safety for braking Advantages for the rider with the motorcycle upright The advantages of ABS Pro for and travelling in a straight line.
Page 206 The BMW Motorrad DTC dummy value is used for the can be deactivated in these bank angle or the DTC function cases.
Page 207: Dynamic Engine Brake Control
Sharp braking during sporty wheel in order to reach a stable riding. driving condition again as soon In the same way as as possible. BMW Motorrad DTC dynamic traction control, dynamic engine brake control compares the wheel circumferential...
Page 208: Dynamic Esa
ENGINEERING DETAILS velocities of the front and rear Dynamic ESA function wheels calculated from the Dynamic ESA uses a ride height wheel speeds and the tyre sensor to detect movements in radius. Dynamic engine brake the suspension and responds control uses this differential to by adjusting the damper valve.
Page 209 Standard RAIN The rear wheel lift-off detec- tion is activated in all riding ROAD (default mode) modes. with riding modes Pro In DYNAMIC and ENDURO with Pro riding modes riding modes, rear wheel lift- DYNAMIC off detection is reduced to ENDURO achieve an enhanced braking effect.
Page 210: Dynamic Brake Control
ENGINEERING DETAILS Mode changes Tyres The riding mode can be changed while the vehicle is In RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC stationary with the ignition riding modes, DTC is set up for on-road riding with road on. Under the following tyres. precondition, it is also possible to change modes while riding: In ENDURO riding mode, DTC...
Page 211: Tyre Pressure Control (Rdc)
How Dynamic Brake Control If emergency braking ceases works and the rider still has not The Dynamic Brake Control changed the position of the function assists the rider in throttle grip, Dynamic Brake emergency braking situations. Control steadily ramps engine Detection of emergency torque back to the rider's braking...
Page 212 ENGINEERING DETAILS for some time after the vehicle The tyre pressures are comes to a stop. shown in the display as Time for transmission of temperature compensated measured values after and always refer to the fol- vehicle comes to a stop: lowing tyre air temperature: min 15 min 20 °C...
Page 213: Gear Shift Assistant
It is not necessary to close the Example throttle valve when shifting under acceleration. The following value is shown When braking and downshift- in the display: ing (throttle valve closed), 2.3 bar engine speed is adjusted by So pressure is low by: blipping the throttle.
Page 214: Engine Run-On Circuit
ENGINEERING DETAILS a gearshift can cause the ENGINE RUN-ON CIRCUIT function to abort and/or lead with Keyless Ride to a missed shift. The shift Engine run-on circuit function assistant Pro provides no assistance for the gear change The vehicle is secured against if the rider declutches.
Page 216 MAINTENANCE...
Page 217 GENERAL NOTES TOOLKIT FRONT-WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TYRES RIMS AND TYRES WHEELS CHAIN AIR FILTER LIGHTING TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR...
Page 218: General Notes
If you are in doubt, ening torques for the threaded consult a specialist workshop, fasteners on your vehicle are preferably your authorised listed in the section entitled BMW Motorrad retailer. "Technical data". Microencapsulated screws TOOLKIT The microencapsulation is a chemical thread-locker. An ad-...
Page 219: Front-Wheel Stand
FRONT-WHEEL STAND with the front-wheel stand for the details of the correct Installing front-wheel stand procedure for installation. BMW Motorrad offers an aux- ATTENTION iliary stand suitable for every Use of the BMW Motorrad vehicle. Your BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand without...
Page 220: Engine Oil
MAINTENANCE rectly will be found in the instructions for the stand. ATTENTION BMW Motorrad offers an aux- Vehicle toppling sideways iliary stand suitable for every Risk of damage to parts if vehicle. Your BMW Motorrad vehicle topples retailer will be happy to help...
Page 221 Remove the oil dipstick and As a contribution to re- check the oil level. ducing environmental im- pact, BMW Motorrad recom- mends checking the engine oil on occasion after a trip of min 50 km. Topping up engine oil...
Page 222: Brake System
Engine damage by a specialist workshop, Always make sure that the preferably an authorised oil level is correct. BMW Motorrad retailer. Top up the engine oil to the Checking brake pad thickness, specified level. front brakes Check the engine oil level.
Page 223 Have the brake pads replaced and front suspension toward by a specialist workshop, brake calipers 1. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake pad thickness, rear brakes Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
Page 224 Check the brake-fluid levels BMW Motorrad retailer. at regular intervals. Always make sure that the lid of the brake fluid reser- voir and the area around the lid are cleaned before open- ing.
Page 225 If the brake fluid level drops straight-ahead position. below the permitted level: Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes WARNING Check the brake fluid level in...
Page 226: Clutch
If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. CLUTCH Checking operation of the Check the brake fluid level in...
Page 227: Coolant
Consult a specialist workshop, tight against the grip. preferably an authorised Pull clutch lever 1 gently until BMW Motorrad retailer, if the resistance is perceptible, ob- distance has to be exceeded serving the clutch play A. in order to obtain the correct Clutch cable play clutch play.
Page 228 MAINTENANCE Make sure the ground is level If the coolant drops below the and firm and position the mo- permitted level: torcycle upright. Top up the coolant. Turn the handlebars all the Topping up coolant way to the right. Undo screws for the radiator cowl 1 from the inside.
Page 229: Tyres
Open cap 1 of the expansion Tighten screws for the radi- tank. ator cowl screws 1 from the inside. Using a suitable funnel, top up with coolant until the level is TYRES correct. Check the tyre pressures Check the coolant level. 221) Close cap 1 of the expansion WARNING...
Page 230: Rims And Tyres
If applicable, have the tyres by a specialist workshop, changed in good time be- preferably an authorised fore they wear to the min- BMW Motorrad retailer. imum tread depth permitted by law. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor-...
Page 231: Wheels
Tyre recommendation be changed. For each size of tyre, If you decide that you would BMW Motorrad tests and like to fit non-standard classifies as roadworthy certain wheels to your motorcycle, makes. BMW Motorrad cannot it is very important to con-...
Page 232 MAINTENANCE ATTENTION Use of hard or sharp-edged objects in proximity to com- ponent Component damage Take care not to scratch components; cover or mask as necessary. Disengage the cable for the wheel speed sensor from Mask off the parts of the holding clips 2 and 3.
Page 233 Raise front of motorcycle un- til the front wheel can turn freely. BMW Motorrad recom- mends the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting Remove axle 11, while sup- the motorcycle.
Page 234 Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Lubricate the quick-release axle 11. Lubricant Unirex N3 Lubricate the running surface of spacer bush 12.
Page 235 forks several times. Do not operate the handbrake lever WARNING in this process. Improper installation of the Install the front-wheel stand. quick-release axle 213) Loosening of the front wheel Tighten left axle clamping After securing the brake cal- screws 9 to the specified ipers and relieving the front torque.
Page 236 MAINTENANCE Tighten right axle clamping Tighten securing screws 4 of screws 10 to the specified the left and right brake cal- tightening torque. ipers to the specified torque. Brake caliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 45 38 Nm Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim.
Page 237 Removing rear wheel ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on at- tempt to install the brake cal- iper or because brake pads have to be forced apart Insert the wheel speed sensor Do not operate the brakes into the bore and tighten with a brake caliper not cor- new screw 1 to the specified...
Page 238 MAINTENANCE Press the brake caliper 1 Remove axle nut 4 and against the brake disc 2. washer 5. Brake pistons are pushed Back off adjusting screws 7 back. on both sides. Remove chain tensioner 6 and push the axle in as far as pos- sible.
Page 239 Roll the rear wheel to the rear BMW Motorrad dealer. and clear of the swinging arm and at the same time pull The chain sprocket and brake-caliper carrier 10 back...
Page 240 MAINTENANCE loop chain 7 over the chain sprocket. Insert brake-caliper mounting bracket 1 into guide 2. Insert right chain tensioner 6 into the swinging arm. Lubricate quick-release axle 5 and install it in brake caliper mounting bracket 4 and rear wheel.
Page 241: Chain
Risk of accident due to To prolong chain life, delayed braking effect. BMW Motorrad recommends Before driving, check that using BMW Motorrad chain the brakes respond without lubricant, or: delay.
Page 242 MAINTENANCE dry it and apply chain lub- Lubricant ricant. To prolong chain life, BMW Motorrad recommends Chain spray, O-ring compat- the use of BMW Motorrad ible chain lubricant or: Wipe off excess lubricant. Lubricant Lubricating and caring for low-maintenance chain...
Page 243 Make sure that scale read- Chain deflection ings 2 are the same on left and right. 30...40 mm (Motorcycle with Tighten quick-release axle no weight applied, supported nut 1 to the specified torque. on its side stand) Rear quick-release axle with low-slung in swinging arm 25...35 mm (Motorcycle with...
Page 244 Consult a specialist work- Measure the length of the shop, preferably an authorised chain, rivet centre to rivet BMW Motorrad retailer. centre, over 10 rivets below the rear wheel swinging arm. Turn the rear wheel in the for- ward direction of travel and measure chain length at 3 dif- ferent points.
Page 245: Air Filter
Chain riveting is OK. If one or more rivet heads have twisted out of line: Consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. AIR FILTER Remove the air filter Remove frame 4. Remove the tank cover. Remove air filter insert 5.
Page 246: Lighting
Button 3 snaps into engage- at the earliest possible op- ment. portunity. Consult a special- ist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. All light sources of the vehicle are LED light sources. The service life of the LED light sources is longer than the presumed vehicle service life.
Page 247 Light source for the BMW Motorrad retailer. number plate light Removing number-plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Make sure the ground is level Use a clean, dry cloth to hold and firm and place the motor- the new bulb in order to keep cycle on its stand.
Page 248: Trim Panel Components
MAINTENANCE Install tank cover 1. TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS Remove the tank cover Remove the front seat. 135) Install screws 2. Install screws 1. Install the rider's seat. 136) Remove screws 1 on left and right. JUMP-STARTING Remove screws 2. Remove tank cover 3, noting CAUTION the mounting clips and retain- ing lugs.
Page 249 Remove the front seat. ATTENTION 135) When jump-starting the en- Excessive current flowing gine, do not disconnect the when the motorcycle is battery from the on-board jump-started electrical system. Wiring smoulders/ignites or damage to the on-board elec- tronics If the motorcycle has to be jump-started connect the leads to the battery termin- als;...
Page 250: Battery
MAINTENANCE The spring-strut screw BATTERY can be used as an altern- Maintenance instructions ative to the battery's negative Correct upkeep, recharging and terminal. storage will prolong the life of Run the engine of the donor the battery and are essential if vehicle during jump-starting.
Page 251 BMW Motorrad has de- veloped a float charger ATTENTION specially designed for com- Charging the battery that is patibility with the electronics connected to the vehicle via of your motorcycle. Using this the battery terminals charger, you can keep the bat-...
Page 252 MAINTENANCE you may be using a charger that is not compatible with ATTENTION your motorcycle's electronics. Recharging a fully dis- In this case, directly charge charged battery via the the battery at the terminals power socket or extra of the battery that has been socket disconnected from the vehicle.
Page 253 Installing battery Switch off the ignition. If the vehicle has been disconnected from the battery for a significant time, the current date will have to be entered in the instrument cluster to guarantee correct operation of the service display. Switch off the ignition. Insert the battery into the bat- tery compartment, with the ATTENTION...
Page 254 MAINTENANCE Wiring harness to bat- ATTENTION tery Battery not connected in ac- M6 x 13.5 cordance with correct pro- 5 Nm cedure with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Risk of short-circuit If applicable, switch on the Always proceed in compli- anti-theft alarm. ance with specified installa- tion sequence.
Page 255 If the alarm function is with single seat with radio deactivated by the radio- transceiver box operated key and the ignition is not subsequently switched on, the alarm function is automat- ically reactivated after approx. 30 seconds if Arm automat- is switched on.
Page 256 MAINTENANCE with single seat with radio transceiver box Remove bolt 1 and loosen negative battery cable 2. Remove bolt 3 and loosen Mount battery cover 3. positive battery cable 4. Install screws 2. Remove auxiliary battery 5. Place on radio transceiver Pull off hook-and-loop tape 6.
Page 257: Fuses
30 seconds to complete. If fuse defects recur fre- Turn indicators flash twice. quently have the electric Confirmation tone sounds circuits checked by a specialist twice (if programmed). workshop, preferably an au- Anti-theft alarm is active. thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Page 258 1 or 2. If fuse defects recur fre- quently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Fuse box 10 A (Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic...
Page 259: Diagnostic Connector
7.5 A (Slot 2: multifunction it to be disconnected switch left, tyre pressure con- except in the course of a trol (RDC), unlocking for radio BMW Motorrad service by transceiver box) a specialist workshop or by other authorised persons. Insert the fuse box.
Page 260 MAINTENANCE Disengage diagnostic socket 2 from holder 3. The interface to the diagnosis and information system can be connected to the diagnostic connector 2. Securing diagnostic socket Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information system. Insert diagnostic socket 2 into holder 3.
Page 262 ACCESSORIES...
Page 263 GENERAL NOTES POWER SOCKETS USB CHARGING SOCKET CASES CASE FOR SPECIAL VEHICLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER TWO-WAY RADIO BOX TOPCASE NAVIGATION SYSTEM...
Page 264: General Notes
Use of other-make products tion and use regulations applic- Safety risk able in your country. BMW Motorrad cannot ex- Your authorised amine or test each product BMW Motorrad retailer of outside origin to ensure can offer expert advice on the...
Page 265: Usb Charging Socket
Operating electrical Automatic shutdown accessories The USB charging sockets are You can start using electrical shut down automatically under accessories connected to the the following circumstances: sockets only when the ignition If battery charge state is too is switched on. low, to maintain the motor- Low-wattage electrical cycle's start capability.
Page 266: Cases
ACCESSORIES Cable routing Note the following with regard to the routing of cables from USB charging sockets to items of electronic equipment: Make sure that cables do not impede the rider. Make sure that cables do not restrict the steering angle or Push yellow button 1 down, obstruct handling.
Page 267 Capacity, left case 25...35 l Capacity, right case 15...23 l Closing cases with case ATTENTION Turn the lock with the key un- Closure of carrying handle til it is at right angles to the with case lock latched forward direction of travel. Damage to locking tab Close the case lid.
Page 268 ACCESSORIES Press and hold down yel- low latch 2 and pull out carry handle 3. Insert case into brackets 1 and 2 from above. Pull red release lever 1 up. Latching flap 2 pops up. Fully open the latching flap. Take a firm grip of the carry handle and lift the case out of the holder.
Page 269: Case For Special Vehicle
Payload per case max 8 kg CASE FOR SPECIAL VEHICLE with painted case with holder for special vehicle Opening cases ATTENTION Closure of carrying handle with case lock latched Damage to locking tab Make sure that the case lock is at right angles to the forward direction of travel when you close the carry Open case lock 1 with igni-...
Page 270: Fire Extinguisher
ACCESSORIES Installing fire extinguisher FIRE EXTINGUISHER with fire extinguisher with holder Removing fire extinguisher Requirement The fire extinguisher is inside the left case. with painted case with holder for special vehicle Hold the fire extinguisher by Open the case. ( 263) carry handle 1 and engage retraining strap 2.
Page 271 40 seconds for opening the two-way radio box after the ignition has been switched off. Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer can change this run-on time to any of various settings (0, 20, 40 or 60 seconds). Move screwdriver 2 in open- ing 1, to shift lever 3 (arrow).
Page 272: Topcase
ACCESSORIES Close the two-way radio box Adjust the topcase volume Close the lid and press it with topcase shut until the latch engages. Open the topcase and remove Check that nothing is trapped all its contents. between the lid and the case. TOPCASE Opening topcase with topcase...
Page 273 Press and hold down yel- low latch 2 and pull out carry handle 3. ATTENTION Closure of carrying handle Pull red lever 1 to the rear. with case lock latched Latching flap 2 pops up. Damage to locking tab Make sure that the topcase Fully open the latching flap.
Page 274 ACCESSORIES Engage the topcase in front holders 1 of the topcase car- ATTENTION rier plate. Closure of carrying handle Press the rear of the top- with case lock latched case on to the topcase carrier Damage to locking tab plate. Make sure that the topcase lock is vertical when you close the carry handle.
Page 275: Navigation System
Secure the navigation device Navigation prepara- tion is suitable from BMW Motorrad Navigator IV. Insert navigation device 1 at The latching system of bottom and pivot it toward the Mount Cradle is not the rear.
Page 276 The description be- low is based on the BMW Motorrad Navigator V Turn ignition key 1 counter- and the BMW Motorrad Nav- clockwise. igator VI. The BMW Motorrad Pull the lock retainer 2 all the Navigator IV does not support way to the left.
Page 277 Increase MENU rocker button 2 or decrease the volume Switch operating focus to of a Bluetooth-connected Pure Ride view. BMW Motorrad communication system. In detail, the following functions In the BMW special menu: Se- can be controlled: lect menu item.
Page 278 The values available fr selec- the top left in the map view. tion depend on the optional extras installed on the vehicle. If a BMW Motorrad com- munication system is con- The Mediaplayer function nected, warnings are accom- is only available when a panied by an acoustic signal.
Page 279 Navigator if desired. Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navig- ator V and the BMW Motorrad Navigator VI can be secured against unauthorised use with a four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock). If this function is activated, while...
Page 280 CARE...
Page 281 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED COMPONENTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE RESTORING MOTORCYCLE TO USE...
Page 282: Care Products
Use of strongly acidic or and care products you can strongly alkaline cleaning obtain from your authorised agents BMW Motorrad retailer. The Damage to vehicle parts substances in BMW Care Dilute in accordance with Products have been tested in the dilution ratio stated on laboratories and in practice;...
Page 283: Cleaning Easily Damaged Components
Exercise restraint when us- cialist workshop, preferably an ing a steam jet or high pres- authorised BMW Motorrad re- sure cleaning equipment. tailer. CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED WARNING COMPONENTS...
Page 284: Care Of Paintwork
Do not use silicone sprays with plenty of water and or care products that con- motorcycle cleaner from the tain silicon. BMW Motorrad Care Products range. This is particularly CARE OF PAINTWORK important to counter the Washing the vehicle regularly effects of road salt.
Page 285: Paint Preservation
For this, we wax. recommend BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner followed by Do not use chrome polish BMW Motorrad gloss polish for to preserve chrome paints. preservation. Use only the agents recom- Marks on the paintwork are mended by BMW Motorrad.
Page 286: Restoring Motorcycle To Use
(preferably using the front- procedure wheel and rear-wheel stands Risk of short-circuit from BMW Motorrad). Always proceed in compli- ance with the specified dis- RESTORING MOTORCYCLE connection sequence. TO USE...
Page 288 TECHNICAL DATA...
Page 289 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART THREADED FASTENERS FUEL ENGINE OIL ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION FINAL DRIVE FRAME CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION BRAKES WHEELS AND TYRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE FIGURES COUNTRY-SPECIFIC CODING FOR HAILING-SYSTEM SOUND SIGNALS FUNCTION-BUTTON ASSIGNMENT SPECIAL FUNCTIONS...
Page 290: Troubleshooting Chart
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Special functions or optional equipment for authorities not work- ing or available only while the vehicle is on the move. Possible cause Rectification Plug connection for auxiliary Insert bridge in isolating plug battery is disconnected. The engine does not start: Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear...
Page 291 The Bluetooth connection is not established. Possible cause Rectification The steps required for pairing Check the necessary steps were not carried out. for pairing in the operating instructions for the communic- ation system. The communication system Switch off the helmet's com- was not connected automatic- munication system and recon- ally despite successful pairing.
Page 292 Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Rectification Navigation from the The BMW Motorrad Connec- BMW Motorrad Connec- ted app is opened on the con- ted app was not transmitted. nected mobile device prior to departure.
Page 293: Threaded Fasteners
THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 45 38 Nm Clamp of quick-re- lease axle M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate se- quence 19 Nm Axle screw in front quick-release axle M20 x 1.5 50 Nm...
Page 294: Fuel
Engine oil, capacity approx. 3.0 l, with filter change Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. BMW recommends...
Page 295: Engine
Please do not hesit- ate to contact your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle.
Page 296: Clutch
TECHNICAL DATA Torque 83 Nm, at engine speed: 6000 min with power reduction to 63 Nm, at engine speed: 35 kW 4500 min Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Idle speed 1250 ±50 , Engine at reg- ular operating temperature CLUTCH Clutch type Multiplate oil-bath clutch (anti-...
Page 297: Frame
Permissible chain length max 144 mm, measured from the centre of 10 rivets, chain pulled taut Final drive, number of teeth 17/44 (Pinion / sprocket) Secondary transmission ratio 2.588 FRAME Frame type Bridge-type steel frame in shell construction Type plate location Frame, front left at steering head Position of the vehicle identi-...
Page 298: Brakes
WHEELS AND TYRES Recommended tyre combina- Your authorised tions BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to supply an up- to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations. Speed category, front/rear V, required at least: 240 km/h...
Page 299 Front wheel Front-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Front-wheel rim size 2.50" x 19" MTH2 Tyre designation, front 110/80 R 19 Load index, front tyre Permissible front-wheel imbal- max 5 g ance Balance weight for front wheel max 80 g (Weights have to be affixed with one half on the left and one half on the right, in other words centred on the rim)
Page 300: Electrical System
TECHNICAL DATA ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Main fuse 40 A, Voltage regulator Fuse box 10 A, Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic socket, coil main relay 7.5 A, Slot 2: multifunction switch left, tyre pressure con- trol (RDC) with single seat with radio 10 A, Slot 1: instrument transceiver box...
Page 301: Dimensions
Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and NGK LMAR9J-9E designation Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for the low-beam head- light Bulb for parking light Bulb for tail light/brake light Light source for the number W5W / 12 V / 5 W plate light Bulbs for turn indicators DIMENSIONS...
Page 302: Weights
TECHNICAL DATA Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 1790 mm, without rider, at heel DIN vehicle kerb weight with low-slung 1750 mm, without rider, at DIN vehicle kerb weight WEIGHTS Vehicle kerb weight 274 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional equip- ment Permissible gross vehicle...
Page 303: Function-Button Assignment
F1 to F4, depending on equip- ment fitted and customer re- quest. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer, to have changes made to the coding. Marker light + sound signal with radio preparation...
Page 304: Special Functions
Depending on the equipment and customer request, the fol- lowing special functions can be encoded. To change the coding consult a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Alternating frontal light Flash pattern Flash sequence Marker lights, circuits...
Page 306 SERVICE...
Page 307 REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS RECYCLING BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW MOTORRAD RUNNING-IN CHECK MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
Page 308: Reporting Safety-Relevant Defects
SERVICE REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS with Canada export If you think that your motorcycle has a fault which may cause an accident, injury or death, you must inform the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) immediately and BMW of North America, LLC. If the NHTSA receives other similar complaints, it may open an investigation.
Page 309: Recycling
Information about recycling and sustainability BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE can be viewed on the country- BMW Motorrad has an specific websites of the extensive network of retailers manufacturer. Additional in place to look after you and...
Page 310: Bmw Motorrad Service History
A firmed in the "Service" chapter BMW Motorrad retailer or a in this manual. Evidence of specialist workshop can also regular preventive maintenance view data that is stored in the is essential for generous electronic service booklet.
Page 311: Bmw Motorrad Mobility Services
500 km and 1200 km. In this instance, no entry is BMW Motorrad Service made in the electronic service The BMW Motorrad Service booklet of the vehicle. is carried out once a year; the extent of servicing can vary, BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY...
Page 312 SERVICE The service-due indicator in the display reminds you about one month or 1000 km in advance when the time for a service is approaching, on the basis of the programmed values. To find out more about service go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service The maintenance tasks neces- sary for your vehicle are set out...
Page 313: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Motorrad running- annually or every in check (including oil 10,000 km (whichever change and oil filter comes first) change) If the vehicle is used off- BMW Motorrad Service, road, annually or every standard scope 10000 km (whichever comes first).
Page 314: Bmw Motorrad Running-In Check
SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD RUNNING-IN CHECK BMW Motorrad running-in check The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad running-in check are listed below. The actual scope of work applicable for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
Page 315: Maintenance Confirmations
MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance work applic- able for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
Page 316 SERVICE BMW Motorrad pre- BMW Motorrad running-in delivery check check carried out carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
Page 317 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 318 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 319 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 320 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 321 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 322 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 323 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 324 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 325 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 326 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
Page 327: Service Confirmations
SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, technical campaign work. Work performed odometer Date reading...
Page 328 SERVICE Work performed odometer Date reading...
Page 330 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RE- IFENDRUCK-CONTROL, RDC) CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 331 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Petuelring 130, 80809 Munich, Germany Hereby, BMW AG declares that the radio equipment components listed below are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/ EU and with Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 of the United Kingdom. The full text of the EU/UK declarations of conformity are available at the following internet address: bmw-motorrad.com/certification Simplified UK Declaration of Conformity according to Radio...
Page 332 APPENDIX Technical information Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power EWS4 134 kHz 50 dBμV/m Keyless 434,42 MHz 10 mW HUF5750 Ride Keyless 134,45 kHz 42 dBμV/m HUF8465 Ride Keyless 433,92 MHz 10 mW HUF5794 Ride Keyless 134,45 kHz 42 dBμV/m...
Page 333 Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Instru- Bluetooth: ICC10in Bluetooth: 2402 MHz - ment < +4 dBm 2480 MHz WLAN: < WLAN: 2402 MHz – Cluster +14 dBm 2472 MHz Peak max. 76 - 77 GHz e14FCR 32 dBm Nom max.
Page 334 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment electronic United Arab Emirates immobiliser (EWS4) For all countries without EU Technical information Frequency Band: 134 kHz (Transponder: TMS37145 / Type DST80, TMS3705 Transponder Base Station IC) Philippiens Output Power: 50 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: BECOM Electronics GmbH Address: Technikerstraße 1,...
Page 335 Indonesia Taiwan 72790/SDPPI/2021 13349 低功電波射性電機管辦法第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。第十四條低功 Dilarang melakukan perubahan 率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航 Spesifikasi yang dapat 安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有 Menimbulkan gangguan fisik 干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改 dan/atau elektromagnetik 善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前 terhadap lingkungan sekitarnya 項合法通信，指依電信法規定作...
Page 336 United States (USA) Canada Contains FCC ID: Contains IC: ODE-MREWS5012 10430A-MREWS5012 FCC § 15.19 Labelling This device complies with part 15 requirements of the FCC Rules and Industry This device complies with part Canada license-exempt RSS 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry standard(s).
Page 337 Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride ECU For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF8485 Philippines Pakistan Technical information Frequenzy band: 134,45 kHz Output/Transmission Power: 42 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Oman Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
Page 338 CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
Page 339 Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride Key For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF5794 Philippines Pakistan Technical information Frequenzy band: 433,92 MHz Output/Transmission Power: 10 mW Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Belarus Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
Page 340 CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
Page 341 Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride ECU For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF8465 Philippines Singapore Technical information Frequenzy band: 134,45 kHz Output/Transmission Power: 42 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
Page 342 CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
Page 343 Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride Key For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF5750 Belarus Philippines Technical information Frequenzy band: 434,42 MHz Output/Transmission Power: 10 mW Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
Page 344 CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
Page 345 Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
Page 346 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Argentina cluster For all Countries without EU C-24711 Technical information Brazil BT operating frq. Range: Este equipamento opera em 2402 – 2480 MHz caráter secundário, isto é, não BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE) tem direito a proteção contra BT output power: <...
Page 347 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...
Page 348 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.
Page 350 INDEX Brakes 360° marker strobe, 106 ABS Pro, 184, 199 Adjusting brake lever, 166 Checking operation, 216 Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Safety information, 183 Technical data, 292 Engineering details, 196 Self-diagnosis, 178 Warning indicators, 47, 78, Care Care products, 276 Ambient temperature, 38, 64 Chrome, 278 Auxiliary battery...
Page 351 Cruising light Emergency call Function, 100 automatic, 96, 97 operating, 100 Language, 94 manual, 94 Notes, 11 Damping, 18 Reading, 50 Date, 112 Warning indicators, 77 Daytime riding lights, 101, 102 Emergency off switch (kill Default settings, 134 switch) Diagnostic connector Control, 23, 25 disengaging, 253 operating, 93...
Page 352 INDEX Fuel Headlight Fuel grade, 186 Headlight beam throw, 164, Fuel reserve, 49 Right- or left-hand traffic, 164 refuelling, 187, 188, 189 Headlight courtesy delay Technical data, 288 feature, 98 Fuel filler cap emergency Heated handlebar grips release, 190 Control, 23, 25 Fuel reserve operating, 134 Range, 148...
Page 353 Warning indicators, 39, 64, Motorcycle care, 274 Keys, 86, 87 cleaning, 274 lashing, 191 laying up, 279 Light signals parking, 185 STOP signal, front, 107 restoring to use, 280 STOP signal, rear, 108 Multifunction display, 27 Lighting Control, 21 replacing, 240 Display, 112 Technical data, 295 operating, 112...
Page 354 INDEX Power socket Service Notes on use, 258 BMW Motorrad Service, 303 Position on the vehicle, 18 Reporting safety-relevant Pre-Ride-Check, 177 defects, 302 Pure Ride, 55 Service history, 304 Warning indicators, 83 Service-due indicator, 50 Radio-operated key SETUP Replacing battery, 91...
Page 355 Topcase, 266 Electrical machine tempera- Torques, 287 ture, 69, 70 Traction control, 199 Emergency call, 77 Transmission, 290 Engine, 41, 71 Trim panels, 242 Engine electronics, 41, 71 Tripmeter, 113 Engine warning, 42 Troubleshooting chart, 284 EWS, 39 Turn indicators, 103 Fuel reserve, 49, 82 Control, 21 Gear not trained, 82...
Page 356 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2022 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Original rider’s manual, printed in Germany.
Page 357 Important data for refuelling: Fuel Regular unleaded (max- Recommended fuel grade imum 15 % ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON min 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 15 l Reserve fuel approx. 3.5 l Tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, One-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, Two-up and/or with lug- gage, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear...

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