Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad R 18 Transcontinental 2022
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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL R 18 Transcontinental MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
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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)
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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.
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GENERAL STATUS INSTRUCTIONS INDICATORS Quick & easy reference Indicator and warning Abbreviations and sym- lights bols TFT display in Equipment Pure Ride view Technical data TFT display in Menu Currency view Additional sources of Power reserve indic- information ator Certificates and operat- Warning indicators ing licences Data memory...
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TFT DISPLAY RIDING General notes Safety information Principle Regular check Pure Ride view Starting Splitscreen Running in General settings Brakes Bluetooth Shifting with shift WIFI rocker My vehicle Parking your motor- On-board computer cycle Navigation Refuelling Media Securing motorcycle Telephone for transportation Display software ver- sion...
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Speakers (vehicle- Power sockets dependent) Available optional ac- cessories SERVICE CARE Reporting safety-rel- evant defects Care products Recycling Washing the vehicle BMW Motorrad Cleaning easily dam- Service aged components BMW Motorrad Care of paintwork Paint preservation Service history Laying up motorcycle...
BMW Motorrad mo- INDEX bility services Maintenance work Maintenance sched- BMW Motorrad run- ning-in check Maintenance confirm- ations Service confirmations APPENDIX Declaration of Con- formity Certificate for dis- tance control Certificate for TFT instrument cluster Certificate for audio system Certificate for elec-...
QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM...
WARNING Medium-risk Optional equipment. hazard. Non-avoidance The vehicles are can lead to fatal or severe in- assembled com- jury. plete with all the DANGER High-risk haz- BMW Motorrad ard. Non-avoidance leads optional equipment to fatal or severe injury. originally ordered.
This rider's manual tration documents, or can be describes optional equipment obtained from your authorised (OE) and selected optional BMW Motorrad retailer or an- accessories (OA) provided other qualified service partner by BMW. This explains why or specialist workshop. The...
Because of this, your vehicle downloaded from may differ from the information bmw-motorrad.com/certifica- supplied in the rider's manual. tion. Nor can BMW Motorrad en- DATA MEMORY tirely rule out errors and omis- General sions. We hope you will ap- preciate that no claims can...
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The vehicle owner can also re- process personal data. quest that a BMW Motorrad Vehicle users have the right to retailer or another qualified obtain full information at no service partner or specialist...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS can be temporarily or perman- Legal requirements for the ently stored on the vehicle con- disclosure of data dition, component loads, incid- As part of its legal responsib- ents or errors. ilities, the manufacturer of the This information is generally vehicle is obligated to make its used to document the condi- stored data available to the rel-...
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If services are accessed, for the vehicle can be reset during example repairs, service pro- servicing or repair work by a cesses, warranty cases and BMW Motorrad retailer or an- quality assurance measures, other qualified service partner this technical information can or specialist workshop.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS tings depends on the corres- for example smartphone, USB ponding app and the operating stick, MP3 player. If this data system of the mobile device. is stored in the vehicle, the data can be deleted at any Services time.
the IT systems provided by the INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY vehicle manufacturer. CALL SYSTEM Obtaining, processing and us- with intelligent emergency ing personal data outside of call the normal provision of ser- Principle vices requires legal permission, contractual agreement or con- The intelligent emergency call sent.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ligent emergency call system logged into the mobile phone is the concluded Connected- network to enable rapid con- Ride contract for this function, nection setup. Data is sent to as well as the corresponding the vehicle manufacturer in the laws, ordinances and directives event of an emergency.
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In exceptional cases, the log Accident data, for example data can be read out of the the direction of impact detec- vehicle memory. As a rule, log ted by the vehicle sensors, to data is only read out following assist the emergency services a court order, and this is only response.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Information on personal data The data that is processed as part of the intelligent emer- gency call is processed exclus- ively to carry out the emer- gency call. As part of its stat- utory obligation, the manufac- turer of the vehicle provides information about the data that it has processed and any data that it still has stored.
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GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE OVERALL VIEW OF COCKPIT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Power socket ( 216) Retaining strap Passenger seat heating Toolkit (in the case) 186) Passenger footboard Diagnostic socket (be- hind the side trim panel) 213) Rider's footboards Reverser ( Slipstream deflector 10 Type plate...
GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Brake-fluid reservoir, front Fuses (behind the side 193) trim panel) ( 211) Vehicle Identification Number Engine oil level indicator 188) Remote ground terminal 204) Oil filler opening (under the cylinder head cover) 189) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 195) Remote positive terminal 204)
GENERAL VIEWS OVERALL VIEW OF COCKPIT USB charging interface (in storage compartment) Fuel filler neck ( 161) Power socket ( 216) Payload table (on inside of the storage compartment flap) Tyre pressures table (on inside of the storage com- partment flap)
STATUS INDICATORS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicators, left 10 Indicator light DWA ( Keyless Ride ( High-beam headlight 11 Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- General warning light strument lighting) Turn indicators, right Warning light, drive mal- function ( ASC ( ABS (...
TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Speed Limit Info 10 Splitscreen ( 115) 114) 11 Clock ( 116) Hill Start Control ( 12 Connection status Speedometer 119) Adaptive cruise control 13 Operating pointer 110) Distance control (Act- 14 Central locking system ive Cruise Control ACC) 15 Muting ( 116)
STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( 11 Operating pointer 110) Speedometer 12 Central locking system Adaptive cruise control 13 Muting ( 116) Distance control (Act- ive Cruise Control ACC) 14 Heating ( 15 Automatic daytime riding Rider info.
POWER RESERVE INDICATOR WARNING INDICATORS Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the corresponding warning lights. Warnings are indicated by the 'General' warning light showing in combination with a dialogue in the TFT display. Depending on how urgent the warning is, the general warning light will The power reserve indicator either light up or flash yellow or...
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STATUS INDICATORS Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- Red: ( ) Current Hot! High! sage, optimum values. temperature or value is too White circle with small "i" 2: high. information. White: (---) No valid value Yellow warning triangle 3: available. Dashes are dis- warning, value not ideal.
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If there are two or more Check Control messages of equal priority, the messages keep changing in the order of their occurrence until they are acknowledged. If symbol 2 is actively dis- played, it can be acknow- ledged by tilting the Multi- Controller to the left.
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STATUS INDICATORS 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-...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Alarm system battery weak batt. capacity weak. 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-...
STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up is displayed in yel- Tyre pressure yellow. low. close to limit of permitted toler- Tyre pressure ance ( does not match setpoint. is displayed in red. Tyre pressure flashes red. outside permitted tolerance ( Tyre pressure...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up Emergency call Emergency call yellow. function failed system error. lights up Side stand mon- Side stand mon- yellow. itoring is faulty itoring faulty. flashes. ABS self-dia- gnosis not com- pleted ( lights up ABS fault ( Limited ABS...
STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up ASC fault ( Traction con- yellow. trol failure! lights up. lights up Automatic load Spring strut yellow. compensation adjustment failed ( faulty! shows green. Hill Start Control active ( flashes yellow.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up Distance control Distance con- yellow. (Active Cruise trol failed. Control ACC) failed ( Temperature of Audio system audio system too too hot: Level high ( Voltage of audio Audio system system too high voltage high! Fuel down to re- Tank reserve...
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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...
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- dio-operated key can remain lights up yellow.
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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.
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Have the fault rectified as Rear left turn in- quickly as possible by a spe- dicator faulty! cialist workshop, preferably an Rear right turn indic- authorised BMW Motorrad re- ator faulty! tailer. Number plate light Bulb faulty faulty! lights up yellow.
One or more bulbs faulty. quickly as possible by a spe- Visually inspect to ascertain cialist workshop, preferably an which bulb is defective. authorised BMW Motorrad re- Have LED light sources re- tailer. placed as complete units; Anti-theft alarm battery weak...
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This error message shows Consult a specialist work- briefly only after the Pre- shop, preferably an authorised Ride-Check completes. BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: DWA failed The integral battery in the anti- with anti-theft alarm (DWA) theft alarm (DWA) has lost a...
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The engine can shop, preferably an authorised be restarted after the auto- BMW Motorrad Retailer. matic shutdown. The engine is shut down under the fol- Engine overheated lowing preconditions: lights up red.
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Have the fault rectified as authorised BMW Motorrad re- quickly as possible by a spe- tailer. cialist workshop, preferably an It is possible to continue to authorised BMW Motorrad re- ride but not recommended.
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STATUS INDICATORS authorised BMW Motorrad re- Serious fault in engine control tailer. flashes red. It is possible to continue to ride but not recommended. Serious fault in the Engine control failed engine control! Rid- lights up yellow. ing at mod. speed pos.
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30 km/h (The RDC sensor does not transmit its For further information about signal to the vehicle until a BMW Motorrad RDC, see the certain minimum speed has section entitled "Engineering been reached.) details" ( 179).
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STATUS INDICATORS Tyre pressure close to limit of Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance permitted tolerance with tyre pressure control with tyre pressure control (RDC) (RDC) lights up yellow. flashes red. is displayed in yellow. is displayed in red. Tyre pressure does Tyre pressure does not match setpoint.
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Have the tyre checked for by a specialist workshop, damage by a specialist work- preferably an authorised shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure whether the Possible cause: vehicle can be ridden with the...
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Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, " " preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: Battery for tyre pressure Motorcycle is fitted with sensor weak wheels not equipped with RDC with tyre pressure control sensors.
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Emergency call function communication fault. restricted Consult a specialist work- with intelligent emergency shop, preferably an authorised call BMW Motorrad retailer. lights up yellow. Tyre pressure warnings not available. Emergency call sys- Drop sensor defective tem restricted. If Drop sensor faulty.
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The ABS function is not Consult a specialist work- available, because self- shop, preferably an authorised diagnosis did not complete. BMW Motorrad retailer. (The motorcycle has to reach Side stand monitoring is a defined minimum speed faulty with the engine running for lights up yellow.
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Dynamic Brake Control cialist workshop, preferably an function have failed. The ABS authorised BMW Motorrad re- function is available, subject to tailer. restrictions. You can continue to ride. ASC intervention Bear in mind the more quick-flashes.
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ATTENTION light continues to flash: Consult a specialist work- Damaged components shop, preferably an authorised Damage to sensors, for ex- BMW Motorrad retailer. ample, which causes malfunc- ASC switched off tions Do not transport any ob- lights up. jects underneath the driver or passenger seat.
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Spring strut adjust- authorised BMW Motorrad re- ment faulty! Onward tailer. journey possible. Ride carefully to next spe- ASC fault cialist workshop. lights up yellow. Possible cause: The control unit of the auto- lights up. matic load compensation func- tion has detected a fault.
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STATUS INDICATORS Hill Start Control Hill Start Control is opera- automatically deactivated tional only while the engine with Hill Start Control is running. The temperature of the flashes yellow. HSC not brakes is too high available. Engine lights up yellow. not running.
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Have the fault rectified as Avoid frequent braking by quickly as possible by a spe- using the engine brake. cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. WARNING Failure to observe service intervals Risk of accident Observe the valid service...
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Possible cause: quickly as possible by a spe- The function of the radar cialist workshop, preferably sensor is impaired. an authorised BMW Motorrad Bear in mind that distance retailer. control (Active Cruise Control Temperature of audio system ACC) is temporarily unavail- too high able.
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Hazard warning lights ( 76). cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- Service-due indicator tailer. If service is overdue, the due date or the odometer Fuel down to reserve...
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STATUS INDICATORS thorised BMW Motorrad re- Service due tailer. is displayed in white. The vehicle remains oper- ationally reliable and road- Service due! Have worthy. service performed by a The vehicle retains its value. specialist workshop. Possible cause: Service is due, because of either distance covered or time expired.
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IGNITION INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL LIGHTING ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL DISTANCE CONTROL (ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACC) HILL START CONTROL REVERSER HEATING SLIPSTREAM DEFLECTOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM CASES TOPCASE SEAT...
OPERATION Locking the steering lock IGNITION Requirement Radio-operated key Handlebars are turned to the The telltale light for the left. Radio-operated key is radio-operated key flashes within range. while the search for the radio- operated key is in progress. The light goes out as soon as the radio-operated key or the emergency key is found.
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The steering lock disengages Version 2: with an audible click. Steering lock is engaged; press and hold down but- Switch on the ignition ton 1. Requirement The steering lock disengages. Radio-operated key is within Side lights and all function range. circuits switched on.
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OPERATION vehicle can be started by Version 1: simply inserting the folded Short-press button 1. radio-operated key into the Light is switched off. ring aerial under the seat. Handlebars (steering lock) are Removing seat ( 102). not locked. Insert the spare key or folded- Version 2: in radio-operated key with Turn the handlebars all the...
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Remote key battery weak. Function lim- ited. Change battery. DANGER Swallowing a battery Risk of injury or death An ignition key contains a Press button 1. button cell as its battery. Key bit flips out. Batteries or button cells, if Push battery cover 2 up.
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OPERATION If you lose an ignition key, you Battery type can have it barred by your au- thorised BMW Motorrad re- For Keyless Ride radio-oper- tailer. ated key If you wish to do this, you will CR 2032 need to bring all other keys for Install battery cover 2.
Emergency-off switch (kill switch) Engine switched off Normal operating position Emergency-off switch (kill (run) switch) You cannot start the en- gine unless the kill switch is in the run position. WARNING INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY Operation of the kill switch CALL while riding Risk of fall due to rear wheel with intelligent emergency locking...
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During this time, the emer- BMW Motorrad partner. The gency call can be cancelled by language assigned to the pressing and holding the SOS vehicle differs from the display button.
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The connection was estab- The time until transmission of lished. the emergency call is displayed. During this time, the emer- gency call can be cancelled by pressing and holding the SOS button. If possible, remove helmet and stop engine. After expiry of the timer, a voice contact to the BMW Call Center is established.
OPERATION The low-beam headlight is switched on. Side light The side lights switch on auto- matically when the ignition is switched on. The side lights place a strain on the battery; leave the ignition switched on for a Open cover 1. limited time only.
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in that position until the park- ing lights come on. Switch the ignition on and off again to switch off the park- ing lights. Auxiliary headlights Requirement The low-beam headlight is switched on. Immediately after switching off the ignition, pull switch 1 The auxiliary headlights back and hold it in that posi- have approval as fog...
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OPERATION Automatic daytime riding light Navigate to Settings with daytime riding light Vehicle settings select Lights Switch Auto. daytime WARNING on or off. light is displayed. The automatic daytime rid- ing light is not a substitute for the rider's personal If the ambient brightness de- judgement of the light creases below a certain value...
Press button 1 to switch on Push button 1 to the left the hazard warning lights sys- or right, as appropriate, to tem. switch on the turn indicators. Ignition can be switched off. If the comfort turn indicators function is switched on, the To switch off the hazard warning flashers, switch turn indicators are cancelled...
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OPERATION on a train and the swaying Confirmation tone sounds movement of the moving train twice (if programmed). could trip the alarm), press Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is act- button 1 on the radio-oper- ive. ated key again during the ac- tivation phase.
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Flashes 4x: Disconnection type of acoustic alarm tone of the DWA anti-theft alarm can be set by an authorised from the motorcycle's battery BMW Motorrad retailer. Flashes 5x: Tilt sensor 3 Deactivation Switch on the ignition ( 67). Turn indicators flash once.
OPERATION 30 seconds if vent the anti-theft alarm (DWA) Arm automat- is switched on. from being triggered. ically Turn indicators flash once. : In addition to Arming tone Confirmation tone sounds turn indicators flashing, alarm once (if programmed). tone sounds as confirmation of activation/deactivation of the DWA is switched off.
(ASC) see the section entitled "Engineering details" 172). RIDING MODE Using riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed operational scenarios for your motorcycle from which you can Press button 1. select the scenario suitable for your situation: RAIN: Riding on rain-wet roads.
OPERATION WARNING Use of cruise control in un- suitable road conditions Risk of falling Do not use cruise control when road conditions are unsuitable, for example in snow, ice, heavy rain, off- Repeatedly press button 1 un- road or on slippery surfaces. til the riding mode you want Do not use cruise control on is displayed.
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Setting road speed Short-push button 1 forward. Short-push button 1 forward. Speed is increased by approx. 1 km/h or 1 mph, as applic- Cruise control can also able, each time you push the apply the brakes. button. Adjustment range for Push button 1 forward and adaptive cruise control hold it in this position.
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OPERATION Automatic deactivation Adaptive cruise control is de- activated automatically in the following situations: When engine speed drops below the minimum threshold (to prevent stalling). After several seconds when the vehicle is ridden at max- Short-push button 1 back. imum engine speed. Speed is reduced by 1 km/h During ABS or ASC interven- or 1 mph, as applicable, each...
Opening the throttle does The following settings for ac- not deactivate cruise con- celeration and deceleration trol. When the twistgrip is re- are possible: leased the motorcycle deceler- : Balanced ac- Comfortable ates only to the speed saved in celeration and deceleration of memory, even if the rider inten- the vehicle.
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OPERATION WARNING WARNING ACC cannot react to all ob- ACC is not functional in cer- jects and traffic situations tain situations Risk of accident Risk of accident due to non- ACC reacts only to the application of the brakes and vehicle travelling ahead prompt to assume control of you.
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WARNING WARNING ACC cannot detect all ob- ACC cannot compensate for jects and traffic situations or excessive speed differences interpret them correctly Risk of accident ACC cannot perform emer- Risk of accident ACC might not be able to gency braking. Retardation detect certain objects or and the rate at which retard- complex traffic situations...
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OPERATION WARNING ATTENTION ACC can lose sight of an ob- ACC might incorrectly detect ject detected beforehand certain objects and traffic situations Risk of accident When ACC incorrectly Risk of injury due to unexpec- deselects a detected object, ted brake intervention the motorcycle accelerates ACC might issue an unjus- back up to the road speed...
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Toggling between cruise control and ACC Comply with the safety instructions ( 85). Switch on the ignition ( 67). WARNING Reduced assistance after changeover to cruise control Alternatively, long-press but- Risk of accident ton 1. By contrast with ACC, cruise This toggles between cruise control does not react to control and ACC.
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OPERATION regulates to the maximum Indicator lights speed of 160 km/h. No object detected: shows green. Object detected: shows green. Rider overrides by twisting the throttle grip to open the throttle: shows green. To switch on, short-press but- ton 1. ACC is switched on.
Setting approach distance Medium approach dis- tance Long approach distance When the ACC detects a vehicle travelling in front, a depiction of a car appears in the symbol shown here to alert the rider. Short-press button 1. The approach-distance setting The approach distance you is retained in memory, even set appears briefly on the...
OPERATION Operating Hill Start Control shows green. Requirement Vehicle stationary and upright, Hill Start Control is activated. engine running. Hill Start Con- To switch off Hill Start trol is switched on. Control, operate handbrake lever 1 or the footbrake lever ATTENTION again.
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Using the reverser Clutch is not disengaged. Reverse without passenger. On uphill/downhill gradients the reverser cannot guarantee the vehicle is held, as would be the case if a gear were en- gaged. The reverser cannot be used on gradients steeper than max 20 %.
OPERATION Deactivating the reverser The increase in power consumption caused by having the heated handlebar grips switched on can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, the heated handle- bar grips are switched off to ensure the battery's starting capability.
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Select the desired heating stage. Selected heating stage 1 and heated-grip symbol 2 are dis- played. Selected heating stage 1 and Operating rider's seat heating seat-heating symbol 2 are dis- Seat heating can be activ- played. ated only when the engine Operating passenger-seat is running.
OPERATION SLIPSTREAM DEFLECTOR The passenger seat has two- stage heating. Stage two is Slipstream deflector for heating the seat quickly: it is advisable to switch back to stage one as soon as the seat WARNING is warm. Adjusting the slipstream de- 2 Switch centred: Heating off.
Damage to mobile phones negative effect on riding com- carried on the vehicle fort. Make sure that the mobile BMW Motorrad recommends phone carried on the vehicle closing the slipstream deflect- is suitable for use on the ors in preparation for riding at motorcycle.
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BMW Motorrad re- partment is less than 25 °C. commends using the Charging smartphone BMW Motorrad USB cable for Requirement charging smartphones inside Ignition on. the storage compartment. Another commercially available Open the storage compart- charging cable might not have ment.
162 mm x 78 mm x 8.8 mm in size. For small mobile phones that might not be held securely by the holder, BMW Motorrad recommends using the BMW Motorrad smartphone pouch. Charge current Press button 1. Alternatively: Press button 2 This is a 5 V USB‑C charging...
OPERATION Unlocking Requirement Radio-operated key is within range. Turn the vehicle key in the case lock to the dot position and remove the key from the lock. Press button 1. with central locking system Alternatively: Press button 2 If applicable, first turn the on the radio-operated key.
Close the cases Maximum speed for rid- ing with a loaded case max 160 km/h Payload per case max 10 kg TOPCASE Opening topcase Pull release lever 2 all the way with central locking system If necessary, unlock the cent- Close the lid of the case and ral locking system.
OPERATION Push release lever 2 down until it engages. Turn the vehicle key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock. Maximum payload and maximum speed Note the maximum payload Press lock barrel 1 down. and the maximum permissible Release lever 2 pops up.
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Remove screws 1, using the Using the tool from the appropriate tool from the on- on-board toolkit, remove board toolkit. screw 1. Work backrest 1 down to un- Ease seat 1 in the direction hook it and remove. indicated by the arrow to re- move, while carefully disenga- Closing topcase ( 102).
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OPERATION Disconnect plug connection 2 Using the tool from the on- and remove seat 1. board toolkit, install screw 1. Opening topcase ( 101). Installing seat Hold seat 1 in position and Hold backrest 1 in position connect plug connection 2. and lift it up to engage the hooks.
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Install screws 1, using the ap- propriate tool from the on- board toolkit. Closing topcase ( 102).
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW SPLITSCREEN GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH WIFI MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE DISPLAY SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMATION...
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.
On some mobile devices, Turn Multi-Controller up: e.g. those with iOS Move the cursor up in lists. operating systems, the Adjust settings. BMW Motorrad Connected App Increase volume. must be opened before use. Turn Multi-Controller down: Currency Move the cursor down in lists.
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TFT DISPLAY Long-press the bottom Confirm selection. section of the MENU button: Confirm settings. Change back to the last menu Advance a menu step. after a previous menu change Scroll to the right in lists. effected by long-pressing In the menu: My vehicle the top section of the MENU...
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Operating pointer 2: You can Operating pointer 2: One scroll to the right. more choice can be accessed. Operating pointer 3: You can Operating pointer 3: There scroll down. are more entries than can be displayed. Operating pointer 4: You can scroll to the left.
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TFT DISPLAY Moving cursor in lists Symbol 4 shows that the function can be switched on. Calling up menu Calling up menu ( 112). To move the cursor down in a list, turn Multi-Controller 1 Display Pure Ride view down until the entry you want 111).
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Call up the last menu used Repeatedly short-press but- In Pure Ride view: press and ton 1 to select the value in hold the MENU rocker button. the top status line 2. The following values can be The last menu exited by long- pressing the top section of displayed: the button is called up.
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Settings Vehicle is connected to a Display Status line compatible mobile device. The content BMW Motorrad Connected app Switch on the desired dis- is installed on the mobile plays. device. You can switch between the selected displays in the top...
The calculated range is only PURE RIDE VIEW an approximate figure. Range Recommendation to upshift The range readout 1 indicates The recommendation to upshift how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank. This in the Pure Ride view 1 or in distance is calculated on the the status line 2 indicates the best time to upshift economic-...
TFT DISPLAY Alternatively: Long-push Multi- GENERAL SETTINGS Controller 1 to the right to Adjusting volume return to the display last se- Connect rider's and passen- lected in splitscreen view. ger's helmet ( 120). The following displays can be To increase volume: Turn selected: Multi-Controller up.
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Setting time format Russian Navigate to Ukrainian Settings Sys- Chinese tem settings Date and Japanese time Time format Select the desired setting. Korean Confirm setting. Thai Setting units of measurement Adjusting brightness Navigate to Navigate to Settings Sys- Settings tem settings Units Display Brightness...
BMW Motorrad Connected App wireless technology disruptions must be opened before use. are possible. Interference can affect connections or connec- During the pairing process, the tions can sometimes fail.
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paired (e.g. mobile phones flashes in the bottom and navigation systems) must status line during pairing. be OFF. Mobile devices found are dis- Please consult the operating played. instructions for your commu- Select and confirm mobile nication system. device. Follow the instructions on the Pairing mobile device.
TFT DISPLAY Connect rider's and To delete an individual con- passenger's helmet nection, select the connection Pairing ( 119). and confirm. To delete all connections, se- Select Rider's helmet and con- lect Passenger helm. Delete all connec- firm. and confirm. tions Make the helmet's communic- WIFI...
MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Mode of presentation Range ( 115) Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear On-board voltage 206) Tyre pressure, front...
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TFT DISPLAY Operating pointers To scroll to the left, short- push Multi-Controller 1 to the left. menu con- My vehicle tains 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...
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Service requirements When the next service is due within less than a month or within 1000 km, a white Check Control message is displayed.
TFT DISPLAY Calling up trip computer ON-BOARD COMPUTER Call up the on-board com- Calling up on-board computer puter ( 124). Call up the My vehicle Scroll to the right until the menu. menu TRIP COMPUTER Scroll to the right until the screen is displayed.
WiFi is activated on the phony. Bluetooth-paired mobile device. Connect mobile device WARNING 119). Distraction from the road Call up the BMW Motorrad and loss of control Connected app. Operating the integrated in- Call up the Navigation formation system and com- menu.
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Entering destination address TFT display to add favourites to the list. Connect mobile device Navigate to 119). Navigation Call up the BMW Motorrad Favourites Select and confirm destina- Connected app and start the tion. route guidance. Select Call up the...
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Ending route guidance Select desired Route type Switch desired on or Call up the Avoid Navigation off. Active route guidance menu. The number of avoidances ac- tivated is displayed in brackets. Select End route guidance and confirm. Viewing route information Switching spoken instructions Navigate to Navigation...
Shuffle Select Repeat Call up the menu. (current track) or Media Select BMW Motorrad recom- Output device Select mends setting the volume Sound profile Set up on the mobile end device for Equaliser media and calls to maximum If the playlist is not shown on before setting off.
Telephone calls Telephone data Depending on the mobile device, when pairing ( 118) completes telephone data are automatically sent to the vehicle. : List of contacts Phone book saved on the mobile device : List of calls with Call list the mobile device Call up the Telephone...
AUDIO SYSTEM with Canada export RADIO Select the source ( 132). Starting Select the menu. FM station Switch on the ignition ( 67). There is a corresponding The radio menu becomes transmitter menu for each available shortly after the selectable source. ignition is switched on.
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with Canada export Call up the menu and Source select In the AM options menu, go to options Search selection select the Frequency setting. Switch to the player. Turn Multi-Controller 1 in dir- HD Radio stations: several ection A or B to select the program streams select- memory slot of your choice.
The station you selected has audio playback via the speakers been saved as a favourite. is available. Variant 2 When a BMW Motorrad Selecting station ( 132). communication system with Push the Multi-Controller to Bluetooth standard 2.0 or the right again.
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profiles are optimised for in- Turn Multi-Controller 1 in dir- helmet playback. ection B to reduce volume. Adjusting sound settings Selecting output device Navigate to Navigate to Radio Audio Media Audio and select and select settings settings Out- Equaliser put device The following settings are The following settings are available:...
Artist Track You have to subscribe to a Waveband channel in order to listen to it. Subscribing to a channel can result in costs that are not borne by BMW Motorrad. For information on the available channels go to siriusxm.com.
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Activation of channels To activate a channel, call 1- 888-539-7474. The Radio is also required. Calling up information Navigate to Radio SiriusXM to view the fol- information lowing list entry: Radio ID: XXXXXXXXXXX Turn Multi-Controller 1 in dir- For support, please con- ection A or B to select the tact SiriusXM Customer channel of your choice from...
AUDIO SYSTEM The current assignment of SiriusXM Subscription this memory slot appears on updated. the display. Updating subscription. If a station has already been SiriusXM Channel not assigned to the memory slot subscribed. you select, a message to this No subscription to this channel. effect appears on the display.
IN-HELMET AUDIO PLAY- BACK Rider's helmet paired If a rider's helmet is paired with a BMW Motorrad commu- nication system with Bluetooth standard 2.0: The volume of playback via the in-helmet speakers can be set directly using Multi- Controller 1.
When the motorcycle is again ridden with a lower load: Have the basic settings of the headlight restored by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Applying light pressure from behind, turn adjuster knob 1 to the desired position.
ADJUSTMENT the clutch lever is pushed for- ward. Adjustment options: From position 1: Narrowest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever To position 5: Widest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever Applying light pressure from behind, turn adjuster knob 1 BRAKES to the desired position.
SHIFT ROCKER Adjusting shift rocker ATTENTION Unintentional operation of the gearshift lever Damage to the gearbox Check that the gearshift Remove screw 1. lever is in the correct pos- Disengage rear gearshift ition. lever 2 from gearshift shaft 3. Make sure that the gearshift Hold rear gearshift lever 2 lever is under no load ex- in the desired position relat-...
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ADJUSTMENT Adjusting peg ATTENTION Unintentional operation of the gearshift lever Damage to the gearbox Check that the gearshift lever is in the correct pos- ition. Hold front gearshift lever 1 Make sure that the gearshift in the desired position relat- lever is under no load ex- ive to the gearshift shaft and cept when gearshifting is in...
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Note minimum distance D between lower edge of peg 1 and upper edge of footboard 2 of min 25 mm.
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SAFETY INFORMATION REGULAR CHECK STARTING RUNNING IN BRAKES SHIFTING WITH SHIFT ROCKER PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELLING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer will Adjust tyre pressures to suit be happy to advise you on total weight. the correct clothing for every Ensure that the case volumes purpose.
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Imbalanced load Loose clothing WARNING Insufficient tyre pressure Exhaust gases adversely af- Poor tyre tread fecting health Etc. Risk of asphyxiation Maximum permissible speed Do not inhale exhaust with winter tyres fumes. Do not run the engine in an enclosed space. DANGER Maximum speed of the mo- WARNING...
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RIDING Catalytic converter Risk of overheating If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic con- ATTENTION verter, there is a danger of Engine running for pro- overheating and damage. longed period with vehicle The following guidelines must at standstill be observed: Overheating due to insuf- Do not run the fuel tank dry.
REGULAR CHECK STARTING Comply with checklist Starting engine At regular intervals, use the Switch on the ignition ( 67). checklist below to check your Pre-Ride-Check is performed. motorcycle. 154) ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Always before riding off gress. ( 154) Check operation of the brake ASC self-diagnosis is per-...
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- Pre-Ride-Check cialist workshop, preferably an The instrument cluster runs a authorised BMW Motorrad re- test of the instruments and the tailer. indicator and warning lights when the ignition is switched ABS self-diagnosis on.
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Have the fault rectified as Test of the diagnosis-compat- quickly as possible by a spe- ible system components with cialist workshop, preferably an the vehicle at a standstill. authorised BMW Motorrad re- flashes. tailer. ASC self-diagnosis Phase 2 BMW Motorrad ASC performs...
Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- 500...1200 km cialist workshop, preferably an Brake pads authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. New brake pads have to bed down before they can achieve RUNNING IN their optimum friction levels.
Ride carefully and avoid ex- full braking force to the surface tremely sharp inclines. of the road. BMW Motorrad fully integ- BRAKES ral ABS prevents the front How can stopping distance be wheel from locking up.
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RIDING Descending mountain passes WARNING WARNING Rear wheel lift due to severe braking Braking mostly with the rear Risk of falling brake on mountain descents When you brake sharply, Brake fade, destruction of the bear in mind that ABS con- brakes due to overheating trol cannot always be re- Use both front and rear...
Wet and dirty brakes SHIFTING WITH SHIFT Wetness and dirt on the brake ROCKER discs and the brake pads di- Operating shift rocker minish braking efficiency. With footboards installed, Delayed braking action or poor gearshifts are performed braking efficiency must be by means of a shift rocker.
1st gear. vehicle is to be out of use for a lengthy period of time. More REFUELLING information is available from Fuel grade your authorised BMW Motorrad Requirement retailer. For optimum fuel consumption, Recommended fuel fuel should be sulphur-free or grade as low-sulphur as possible.
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Alternative fuel grade ATTENTION Component damage Regular, unleaded (max. Component damage caused 15% ethanol, E15) by overfilled fuel tank 91 ROZ/RON Overfilling the fuel tank will 87 AKI cause excess fuel to penet- Look for these symbols on the rate the carbon canister and inside of the fuel tank flap and cause component damage.
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RIDING Use the ignition key to un- lock filler cap of fuel tank 2 by turning it counter-clockwise. Turn filler cap of fuel tank 2 counter-clockwise and re- move. Open filler cap flap 1 by pressing arrow button 2. Refuel with fuel of the grade stated;...
SECURING MOTORCYCLE Usable fuel capacity FOR TRANSPORTATION Make sure that all compon- approx. 24 l ents that might come into Fuel reserve contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are ad- approx. 4 l equately protected against scratching. Use adhesive tape Set the filler cap of the fuel or soft cloths, for example, for tank in position and turn it...
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RIDING Have a helper hold the mo- Uniformly tighten all the torcycle to make sure that it straps. cannot topple. The vehicle's springs are com- pressed. Installing seat ( 104). ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage Do not trap components such as brake lines or cable legs.
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GENERAL NOTES GENERAL DRIVE FUNCTIONS ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DISTANCE CONTROL (ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACC) AUTOMATIC LOAD COMPENSATION DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) HILL START CONTROL ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...
To prevent unwanted forward rear brakes are applied. crawl away from a standstill, The BMW Motorrad fully integ- under the following conditions ral ABS system adapts brak- engine speed is limited to a ing-force distribution between...
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Loose road surface. At this instant the stones, ice and snow or a wet BMW Motorrad fully integral road all have much lower coef- ABS must assume an extremely ficients of friction than a clean low coefficient of friction, so and dry asphalt surface.
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Under very severe and sudden stability on any surface. Lim- deceleration, however, it is pos- itations inherent to the design sible that the BMW Motorrad principle mean that at lower fully integral ABS will be un- speeds the BMW Motorrad...
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Brake system not regularly messages can be issued. serviced In addition to problems with Risk of accident the BMW Motorrad ABS, ex- In order to ensure that ceptional riding conditions can the BMW Motorrad ABS lead to a fault message being...
TROL (ASC) ate is restricted more and more How does ASC work? as the angle of heel increases. The BMW Motorrad ASC sys- Consequently, there can be a tem compares the wheel cir- perceptible lag in acceleration cumferential velocity of front out of very tight bends.
Slippery surface The BMW Motorrad ASC can On very loose surfaces (for switch off automatically under example sand or snow), the the exceptional riding condi- ASC's attempts to control tions outlined below.
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ENGINEERING DETAILS spirited idle that makes a clear Mode changes statement about the potency The riding mode can be selec- of the opposed-twin engine ted while the vehicle is station- even when the vehicle is just ary with the ignition on. Under ticking over at a standstill.
What is ACC? Riding with engine overrun with Active Cruise Control on a surface with a low coef- BMW Motorrad ACC is a cruise ficient of friction (e.g. wet control system with approach leaves). distance control. The function...
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ENGINEERING DETAILS approach distance is less than Control functions of ACC this preset, speed is reduced with Active Cruise Control until the distance between the Active Cruise Control (ACC) two vehicles again matches the is divided into three control rider's preferred setting. functions, as follows: Responsibility remains with the Cruise control: Cruising...
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your lane can cause the sys- Speed range of ACC tem to assign vehicles detec- The ACC function can be ac- ted ahead to the wrong lane. tivated in the following speed If this happens approach dis- ranges: tance control is applied to the 30...160 km/h wrong vehicle and this can If ACC is activated in the...
ENGINEERING DETAILS Disruptive reflections: Strong AUTOMATIC LOAD COM- reflections at tunnel entrances PENSATION for example or where crash Riding position equaliser barriers are high can hinder Automatic load compensation object detection. automatically adapts the spring Influence on the performance setting to the load carried by of ACC the vehicle.
further assisted by Dynamic TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL Brake Control. (RDC) When partially integral brak- with tyre pressure control ing at a high brake pressure (RDC) gradient is initiated, Dynamic Function Brake Control increases the integral brake pressure at the A sensor integrated into each rear wheel.
ENGINEERING DETAILS Pressure adaptation Tyre pressure within permit- ted tolerance. Compare the RDC value on the Tyre pressure close to limit of display with the value in the permitted tolerance. table on the back cover of the rider's manual. Then use the Tyre pressure outside permit- ted tolerance.
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Hill Start Control function Behaviour when the motorcycle rolls or slips Hill Start Control is a pullaway assistant that operates on the If the vehicle starts to roll fully integral ABS system to while Hill Start Control is prevent the vehicle from rolling active, brake pressure is back on a gradient, without increased.
ENGINEERING DETAILS bank angle, compensating for The rider must brake the mo- the vehicle's angle of lean. The torcycle manually. angle of rotation is 70° (±35°). After two minutes, or when Along with pitch compensa- the brake is actuated, speed tion, therefore, the throw of the control is completely deactiv- low-beam headlight also com-...
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-...
Installing side trim panel Topping up engine oil 189). Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Removing seat cycle on its stand. 102). Open-ended spanner The procedure described Width across flats 10/ here for the right side 13 mm panel applies by analogy to the left side as well.
Use of the front wheel stand instructions for the stand. without accompanying use Your authorised of auxiliary stand BMW Motorrad retailer Risk of damage to parts if will be happy to assist you in vehicle topples selecting a suitable assembly Place the motorcycle on an stand.
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ATTENTION As a contribution to re- Vehicle toppling sideways ducing environmental im- Risk of damage to parts if pact, BMW Motorrad recom- vehicle topples mends checking the engine oil Secure the vehicle, prefer- on occasion after a trip of min ably with the assistance of 50 km.
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MAINTENANCE with Option 719 design pack- age Aero ATTENTION Use of insufficient engine oil or too much engine oil Engine damage Always make sure that the oil level is correct. Slowly and gradually top up the engine oil to the specified level.
Have the brakes checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Hold cover 1 in position and BMW Motorrad retailer. install screws 2. Checking brake pad thickness, Ignition coil cover to front brakes bracket Make sure the ground is level...
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1. Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, 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.
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1. Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motor- cycle upright.
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Have the fault rectified as Brake fluid level, front quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Brake fluid, DOT4 authorised BMW Motorrad re- The brake fluid level may not tailer. drop below the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir hori-...
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Checking brake-fluid level, Brake fluid level, rear rear brakes Make sure the ground is level The brake fluid level may not and firm and hold the motor- drop below the MIN mark. cycle upright. (Brake-fluid reservoir hori- zontal) If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: WARNING Not enough brake fluid in...
MAINTENANCE authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. WARNING CLUTCH Tendency of valve inserts to open by themselves at high Checking operation of the riding speeds clutch Sudden loss of tyre pressure Pull the clutch lever. Install valve caps fitted with There is a clearly perceptible rubber sealing rings and pressure point.
BMW Motorrad retailer. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- WHEELS cycle on its stand. Effect of wheel size on...
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Remove cable tie 2. authorised BMW Motorrad Remove screws 3. retailer. In these cases, the data Loosen left brake caliper 1. programmed into the control units has to be changed to suit the new wheel sizes.
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iper 2 back and forth against brake disc 3. ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on at- tempt to install the brake cal- iper or because brake pads Slacken screw 1, but do not have to be forced apart remove it.
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Damage, or threaded fasten- ers work loose Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Remove spacer bushing 1 BMW Motorrad dealer. from the wheel hub. Lubricate the friction face of spacer bushing 1.
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Lubricant Optimoly TA Insert spacer bushing 1, turned with the collar facing out, into the wheel hub on the left-hand side. ATTENTION Lubricate quick-release axle 1. Lubricant Front wheel installed wrong way round Risk of accident Optimoly TA Note direction-of-rotation arrows on tyre or rim.
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MAINTENANCE Install screw 1. In this pro- Hold left brake caliper 1 in cess, counter-hold the quick- position and install screws 3. release axle on the right side. Brake calliper to tele- Bolt on quick-release scopic fork axle M10 x 40 - 10.9 M20 x 1,5 - 8.8 56 Nm 50 Nm...
Consequently, when a wheel change is necessary consult a specialist workshop, preferably Tighten clamping bolts on an authorised BMW Motorrad left 1 and right 2 to the spe- retailer. cified torque. LIGHTING Replacing LED light sources...
MAINTENANCE preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. ATTENTION Contact between crocodile JUMP-STARTING clips of jump leads and vehicle CAUTION Risk of short-circuit Touching live parts of the Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips ignition system when the at both ends.
Do not turn the battery upside gine does not start, wait a down. few minutes before repeat- BMW Motorrad has de- ing the attempt in order to veloped a float charger protect the starter motor and specially designed for com- the donor battery.
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In this case, directly charge tems. You can obtain additional the battery at the terminals information from your author- of the battery that has been ised BMW Motorrad dealer. disconnected from the vehicle. Recharging connected battery ATTENTION ATTENTION Recharging a fully dis-...
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Charge the disconnected bat- tery directly at the terminals. Recharging disconnected battery Charge the battery using a suitable charger. Comply with the operating instructions of the charger. Once the battery is fully Remove screws 2. charged, disconnect the Remove silencer cover 1, not- charger's terminal clips from ing rubber buffers 3.
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MAINTENANCE Disengage battery cover 2 from grommets 3 and re- move. On the right side of the vehicle, remove adapter cable for remote positive terminal 2 with screw 1. ATTENTION Battery not disconnected in accordance with correct procedure Risk of short-circuit Always proceed in compli- ance with the specified dis- connection sequence.
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To facilitate installation, se- On the right side of the cure cable tie 2 to adapter vehicle, grip adapter cable for cable for remote positive ter- remote positive terminal 1 at minal 1. the opening (arrow) by cable tie 2 and work it into position. Remove cable tie 2.
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MAINTENANCE between the battery and the Install retaining strap 3. battery holder. Seat battery cover 2 in grom- mets 3. ATTENTION Install screws 1. Support for side cover Battery not connected in ac- to frame cordance with correct pro- cedure M5 x 14 Risk of short-circuit Thread-locking compound:...
Press locks 1 on both sides. Set the clock ( 116). Remove fuse box 2. Set the date ( 116). If fuse defects recur fre- quently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Have the fuse replaced 10 A (Anti-theft alarm sys- by a specialist workshop, tem, instrument cluster, OBD preferably an authorised connector, isolating relay, ig- BMW Motorrad retailer. nition switch) Fuse 2 7.5 A (Sensor box, round in- strument, left multifunction switch)
Do not disconnect the diagnostic socket or allow it to be disconnected except in the course of a BMW Motorrad service by a specialist workshop or by other authorised persons. Have the work carried out by appropriately trained per- sonnel.
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GENERAL NOTES POWER SOCKETS AVAILABLE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES...
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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...
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You can examine all the Make sure that cables do not optional accessories from impede the rider. BMW Motorrad by visiting: Make sure that cables do not bmw-motorrad.com. restrict the steering angle or obstruct handling. Make sure that cables cannot...
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED COMPONENTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE RESTORING MOTORCYCLE TO USE...
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;...
BMW Motorrad re- Exercise restraint when us- tailer. ing a steam jet or high pres- sure cleaning equipment. WARNING...
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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 Radar sensor important to counter the with Active Cruise Control effects of road salt.
For paint preservation, can be affected or become BMW Motorrad recommends discoloured. Substances of the use of BMW Motorrad this nature include spilt fuel, gloss polish or agents contain- oil, grease, brake fluid and ing carnauba wax or synthetic bird droppings.
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The engine does not start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand is extended and Retract the side stand. gear is engaged. Clutch lever not pulled. In neutral or if a gear is en- gaged, pull the clutch lever. Fuel tank is empty.
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Bluetooth connection is interrupted. Possible cause Rectification The Bluetooth connection to Switch off energy saving the mobile device is interrup- mode. ted. The Bluetooth connection to Switch off the helmet's com- the helmet is interrupted. munication system and recon- nect it after a minute or two. Bluetooth connection interrup- The temperature of the TFT ted.
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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Rectification Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Connec- Connected app on the paired ted app was not transmitted. mobile device prior to depar- ture.
THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Brake calliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 40 - 10.9 56 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder M8 x 35 - 8.8 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate se- quence 19 Nm Bolt on quick-release axle M20 x 1,5 - 8.8...
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TECHNICAL DATA Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror to handlebar fitting 12 Nm...
TIER 2, measured to FTP75 ENGINE OIL Engine oil, capacity 4.0 l, with filter change Engine-oil specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.5 l, Difference between MIN and MAX...
TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE Engine number location Crankcase bottom section, left Engine type A70B18A Engine design Air-cooled/oil-cooled 2-cyl- inder 4-cycle opposed-twin engine with two chain-driven camshafts located above the crankshaft Displacement 1802 cm Cylinder bore 107.1 mm Piston stroke 100 mm Compression ratio 9.6:1 Nominal capacity...
TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION Front wheel Type of front suspension Telescopic forks Spring travel, front 120 mm, at front wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Steel double armed swinging Design of the rear-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring, electro-hydraulic spring preload with automatic ride...
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 H, required at least: 210 km/h tyres Front wheel Front-wheel type...
ANTI-THEFT ALARM Activation time on arming approx. 30 s Alarm duration approx. 26 s Battery type (For Keyless Ride CR 2032 radio-operated key) DIMENSIONS Length of motorcycle 2640 mm, over topcase Height of motorcycle 1500 mm, over windscreen, at DIN vehicle kerb weight Width of motorcycle 1040 mm, with mirrors Height of rider's seat...
TECHNICAL DATA Maximum payload 203 kg Payload per case max 10 kg Payload of topcase max 10 kg PERFORMANCE FIGURES Top speed 180 km/h with power reduction to 144 km/h 35 kW Maximum speed for riding max 160 km/h with a loaded case Maximum speed for riding max 160 km/h with a loaded topcase...
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Impedance, case speakers with audio system Marshall 2 Ω, per case Gold Series Stage 1 with audio system Marshall Gold Series Stage 2 Impedance, topcase speakers with audio system Marshall 4 Ω Gold Series Stage 2 Output power, cockpit speak- 25 W, RMS, per speaker unit Output power, case speakers with audio system Marshall...
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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...
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.
In order to help ensure that your BMW is always BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad has an BMW Motorrad recommends extensive network of retailers compliance with the mainten- in place to look after you and...
The vehicle owner can object can provide information on to entries being made by the BMW Motorrad services and BMW Motorrad retailer or a the work undertaken as part of specialist workshop in the elec- each service. tronic service booklet along...
500 km and 1200 km. bmw-motorrad.com/service BMW Motorrad Service The maintenance tasks neces- The BMW Motorrad Service sary for your vehicle are set out is carried out once a year; the in the maintenance schedule extent of servicing can vary, below.
SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Motorrad running- annually or every in check (including oil 10000 km (whichever change and oil filter comes first) change) every 2 years or every BMW Motorrad Service, 20000 km (whichever standard scope comes first) Engine-oil change, with...
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 Setting the service date and service for remaining distance with...
SERVICE 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 diagnosis system...
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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...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
SERVICE 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...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE FOR DISTANCE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CERTIFICATE FOR AUDIO SYSTEM 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)
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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...
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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...
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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.
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Declaration of Conformity Mid Range Radar For all Countries without EU C-20030 Model name: MRRe14FCR Technical information Frequenzy band: 76 - 77 GHz Nominal radiated power: e.i.r.p. (peak detector): 32 dBm Nominal radiated power: e.i.r.p. (RMS detector): 27 dBm IFETEL: RCPBOMR17-0598 Manufacturer and Address TRC No.
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Canada Le présent appareil est conforme NOTICE: aux CNR d’Industrie Canada This device complies with Industry applicables aux appareils radio Canada licence-exempt RSS exempts de licence. L’exploitation standard(s). Operation is subject to est autorisée aux deux conditions the following two conditions: suivantes : (1) This device may not cause (1) L’appareil ne doit pas produire...
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United States (USA) Radiofrequency radiation exposure NOTICE: Information: This device complies with part 15 This equipment complies with FCC of the FCC Rules. Operation is radiation exposure limits set forth subject to the following two for an uncontrolled environment. conditions: This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum (1) This device may not cause...
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Japan South Korea [Class B Equipment] 当該機器には電波法に基づく、技 術基準適合証明等を受けた特定無 B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재) 線設備を装着している。 이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기 Translation: This equipment 기로서 주로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 contains specified radio 목적으로 하며, equipment that has been certified 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다. Translation: This equipment has to the technical regulation conformity certification under the...
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Declaration of Conformity Turkey Radio equipment TFT Robert Bosch GmbH, ICC10in tipi instrument cluster telsiz sisteminin 2014/53/EU nolu yönetmeliğe uygun olduğunu beyan For all Countries without EU eder. AB Uygunluk Beyanı'nın tam Model name: ICC10in metni, aşağıdaki internet adresinden görülebilir: http://cert.bosch- carmultimedia.net Technical information The ICC10in can operate in...
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Canada L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de This device contains licence- licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
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United States (USA) However, there is no guarantee This device complies with part that interference will not occur in 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation a particular installation. If this is subject to the following two equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television conditions: reception, which can be...
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Japan Mexico La operación de este equipo This device is granted pursuant to está sujeta a las siguientes dos (電波法) the Japanese Radio Law condiciones: and the Japanese (1) es posible que este equipo o Telecommunications Business Law dispositivo no cause interferencia (電気通信事業法) perjudicial y 本製品は、電波法と電気通信事業...
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment audio system Model name: MCR001 This device complies with part Cet appareil est conforme à la 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation partie 15 des règles FCC. Son is subject to the following two fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions: deux conditions suivantes : (1) This device may not cause...
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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,...
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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...
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
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INDEX Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Battery installing, 208 Engineering details, 168 Maintenance instructions, 205 Self-diagnosis, 154 Position on the vehicle, 19 Status indicators, 54 recharging connected Warning indicators, 54, 55 battery, 206 recharging disconnected activating, 89 battery, 207 Control, 21 removing, 207 deactivating, 89 Technical data, 238...
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Dimensions Care Technical data, 239 Care products, 220 Drop sensor Chrome, 222 Indicator light, 53 Paintwork preservation, 223 Radar sensor, 222 Warning indicator lights, 45 Washing the vehicle, 220 Warning indicators, 44, 45 Cases Dynamic Brake Control, 178 operating, 100 Engineering details, 178 Central locking Dynamic engine brake...
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Keyless Ride Maintenance Battery of the radio-operated Maintenance schedule, 248 Maintenance confirma- key is empty or loss of the tions, 250 radio-operated key, 68 Maintenance intervals, 247 Locking the steering lock, 66 Media Replacing battery of radio- operating, 128 operated key, 68 Menu Unlocking steering lock, 66 calling up, 112...
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INDEX Payload table Safety instructions Position on the vehicle, 20 for brakes, 157 for riding, 150 adjusting, 146 Satellite radio Performance figures Availability, 136 Technical data, 240 Calling up channel saved in Phone operating, 128 memory, 138 Power socket Saving channel, 137 Notes on use, 216 Selecting category and Position on the vehicle, 18, 20...
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Splitscreen, 115 Toolkit Selecting display, 115 Contents, 186 switching off, 116 Position on the vehicle, 18 switching on, 115 Topcase operating, 101 Starting, 153 Control, 22, 23 Torques, 231 Status line, top, 114 Transmission adjusting, 113 Technical data, 235 Stowage compartment Trim panels, 187 operating, 97 Troubleshooting chart, 228...
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Important data for refuelling: Fuel Super unleaded (max. 15% Recommended fuel grade ethanol, E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI Regular, unleaded (max. Alternative fuel grade 15% ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 24 l Fuel reserve approx. 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.9 bar, with cold tyre;...
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