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  • Page 1 Rider's Manual R 1100 S...
  • Page 2 Please note Warning: This symbol stands for pre- cautions and measures which are essential in order to pro- tect the rider or other persons from possibly severe or fatal injury. Caution: Instructions and precautions specifically intended to prevent damage to the motorcycle. Fail- ure to comply with them could invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 3 We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from reliability and safety, and advice BMW and welcome you to the on how to maintain the value of community of BMW riders. your motorcycle. Familiarise yourself with your...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    General information and Brake system - general..28-29 controls Brake system - without General view, left side ... 4 BMW Integral ABS ..30-32 General view, right side ..5 Brake system - with Cockpit ......... 6 BMW Integral ABS ..33-36 Telltale and warning lights ..
  • Page 5 ....62-63 Reliability......76-77 Riding and Service worldwide ....78 changing gear ....64-65 Environmental protection ..79 Brake system BMW rider's equipment..80 - general......66-67 BMW motorcycle Brake system - with accessories......81 BMW Integral ABS..68-75 Training means BMW Integral ABS extra safety ......

  • Page 6: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side 2 3 4 7 Dualseat lock ( 8 Lifting handle ( 54-55) 9 Rear suspension strut, shock absorber adjustment 1 Reservoir for clutch fluid 10 Main (centre) stand* 2 Front suspension strut, 11 Fuse box, left shock absorber adjustment (Service and Technical Booklet,...

  • Page 7: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side 20 19 17 Type plate 18 Vehicle identification number 12 Dualseat cover* 19 Power socket**, 12 V 13, 14) Provision for connecting 13 Storage compartment for additional equipment – – Toolkit ( with fuse, 15 A –...

  • Page 8: Cockpit

    Cockpit 7 Warning light, fuel level/with approx. 5 litres (1. 1 Imp. gal) in reserve yellow 25, 63) 1 Telltale and warning lights 8 Warning light, engine oil pressure red 2 Speedometer 9 Ignition switch and steering 3 Odometer lock ( 4 Trip meter 5 Trip meter reset knob ( ) Figures in brackets...

  • Page 9: Telltale And Warning Lights

    Telltale and warning lights 1 Telltale light, left turn indica- tor repeater green 6 Clock 2 Warning light, battery Adjust by pressing with a charge current red ballpoint pen or similar object at 3 Telltale light, high (main) point A (minutes) or beam blue point B (hours) 4 Telltale light, neutral green...

  • Page 10: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock

    A small self-adhesive label indi- Warning: cating the key number is also If the motorcycle is fitted with supplied. BMW Integral ABS , only RE- SIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION- ALITY is available when the * Accessories ignition is switched off (...
  • Page 11 Ignition switch and steering lock • Turn the handlebar fully to the left OFF Ignition off, steering lock engaged* Key positions Parking light on, ON Ignition and all electrical steering lock engaged* circuits switched on Ignition off, steering lock released* (Handlebars can be tur- Note: ned freely to left or right)

  • Page 12: Handlebar Fittings

    Left handlebar fitting 3 Headlight High (main) beam Low (dipped) beam Warning: Headlight flasher To prevent air from entering 4 Horn button the clutch system: do not turn 5 Left turn indicator switch the fitting on the handlebars. • Press –...
  • Page 13 Right handlebar fitting Warning: To prevent air from entering the brake circuit: do not turn the fitting on the handlebars. 10 Right turn indicator switch • Press 6 Switch for heated handlebar – Turn indicators flash grips* To switch off: A Heating off •...

  • Page 14: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard warning flashers Switching on the hazard warning flashers: • Switch on the ignition • Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 – Hazard warning flashers in operation – The left/right flashing turn indicator repeater on the telltale light panel ( flashes •...

  • Page 15: Dualseat Cover

    Dualseat cover* Removing dualseat cover Note: Open/close the quick-release fastener 1 at the left/right with a • Pull dualseat cover 2 coin or similar. to the rear (arrow) out of its locating points 3 and • Open quick-release remove it fasteners 1 at the left/right by •...
  • Page 16 Dualseat cover* Installing dualseat cover Note: Open/close the quick-release fastener 1 at the left/right with a coin or similar. • Insert dualseat cover 2 • Lock quick-release from the rear (arrow) into fasteners 1 at the left/right by locating points 3 turning them in the direction •...

  • Page 17: Dualseat

    Dualseat Removing dualseat: • Take off the dualseat • Remove the dualseat – the toolkit, cover* ( – tyre repair kit and • Turn the key in the dualseat – printed information are then lock to the right, to position 1 accessible and hold it there Service and Technical...
  • Page 18 Dualseat Locking the dualseat: Caution: • Secure the dualseat in its lock When installing the dualseat, at the rear by pressing down make sure that it is firmly slightly located. • Install the dualseat cover* ( • Push the dualseat into the retainers at the front 1 * Optional extra...

  • Page 19: System Case

    System case* Warning: After an accident or if the Opening the System case motorcycle has fallen over, • Turn key in case lock to check that the System cases position A are correctly secured. • Pull up the carrying handle 1 Max.
  • Page 20 System case* Closing the System case Caution: Risk of breaking the locking tongue. Before closing handle 1 or lock- ing system 2, turn the key in the case lock to position A. Removing System case • Turn key in case lock to •...
  • Page 21 System case* Installing System case • Insert the System case into Caution: the holder (arrows), making Risk of breaking the locking sure that it is firmly seated in tongue. the lower holder and the Before closing handle 1 or lock- upper hook ing system 2, turn the key in the •...

  • Page 22: Checklist

    Service and Technical Booklet), or preferably, have it carried out by your authorised BMW motorcycle dealer. This is Your vehicle must be in perfect to ensure that your motorcycle technical order: this is a basic corresponds with road-vehicle prerequisite for your safety and use and safety laws.
  • Page 23 – Front/rear shock absorber If you encounter any problems setting and spring preload or difficulties, it is always best to – Condition of wheels and contact your authorised BMW tyres, tread depth and tyre Motorrad dealer. pressures He will provide the necessary advice and assistance.

  • Page 24: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Checking the oil level after the engine has only been used for a short time or is only just warm could lead to wrong interpretati- ons and thereby to an incorrect oil fill because the cold, more viscous oil takes longer to flow back into the sump.
  • Page 25 2 and top up the warning light goes out – the en- engine oil through the engine gine oil pressure warning light oil filler 1 should remain off while • Then retighten the oil filler the engine is running screw 2 BMW recommends Castrol...

  • Page 26: Fuel

    Fuel Refuelling Caution: Warning: Leaded fuel will destroy the Fuel is flammable and explo- catalytic converter. sive. Do not smoke. Never Do not run the fuel tank dry or bring a naked flame near the you may damage the engine or fuel tank.
  • Page 27 Fuel Quantity Note: The fuel gauge does not oper- ate unless the ignition is switched on. • Refuel – Refuel only with super – Maximum refuelling (premium) grade fuel to quantity 18 litres (3.9 Imp. gal) DIN 51607 standard or –...

  • Page 28: Handlebar Levers

    If you are doubtful about the re- liability of the hydraulic clutch • Turn knob A to set the most operating system, it is best to comfortable span: consult an authorised BMW – Setting 1: minimum distance motorcycle dealer. – Setting 3: maximum distance...
  • Page 29 Handlebar levers Adjusting handbrake lever Warning: • Turn knob B to set the most To prevent air from entering comfortable span: the brake circuit: do not turn – Setting 1: minimum distance the fitting on the handlebars. – Setting 4: maximum distance...

  • Page 30: Brake System - General

    To ensure reliability have all the safety of the brake system. work on the brake systems Immediately seek the advice carried out by a specialist workshop, preferably an of a specialist workshop, authorised BMW motorcycle preferably an authorised dealer. BMW motorcycle dealer.
  • Page 31 To ensure reliable operation of have the work performed by the brakes: do not allow lining a specialist workshop, thickness to fall below minimum preferably an authorised value (Service and Technical BMW motorcycle dealer. Booklet Chapter 2)!

  • Page 32: Brake System - Without Bmw Integral Abs

    Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS Checking brake fluid level Changing brake fluid Gradual wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to drop. Warning: Brake fluid is subject to Warning: severe thermal loads and...
  • Page 33 Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS Checking brake fluid level, front Note: Gradual wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to drop. • Placing motorcycle on side (prop) stand Warning: • Center the handlebar.
  • Page 34 Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS Checking brake fluid level Warning: • Check brake fluid level at Never permit the brake fluid opening 1 in the side panel level to drop below the MIN Maximum level mark on the brake fluid...

  • Page 35: Brake System - With Bmw Integral Abs

    Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Checking brake fluid level Warning: On a motorcycle equipped with BMW Integral ABS, the brake fluid level in the reser- voir does NOT drop as the Changing brake fluid brake pads wear ( 35, 36).
  • Page 36 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Residual braking function Warning: When the ignition is switched off, before and during self-diagnosis ( 72), or if the BMW Integral ABS* fails, only a RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION remains available for slowing the motorcycle Warning: 71).
  • Page 37 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Checking front brake fluid level Warning: • Turn the handlebars fully to Never permit the brake fluid the left level to drop below the mini- • Check brake fluid level on mum level (MIN mark)
  • Page 38 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* • Make sure that the motorcycle is upright Checking rear brake fluid – Make sure the ground is level level and firm • Check the brake fluid level Minimum level Warning: Never permit the brake fluid...

  • Page 39: Clutch

    Have the clutch system checked immediately by a • Make sure that the motor- specialist workshop, preferably cycle is upright an authorised BMW motorcycle – Make sure the ground is dealer. level and firm • Turn the handlebars fully to...

  • Page 40: Lights

    (Service and Technical brake light is dimmed and acts Booklet, Chapter 2). as a tail light. When you apply the Your BMW motorcycle dealer brakes the brake light shines at will be glad to provide any full brightness. assistance you may require.
  • Page 41 Adjusting to suit ting adjusted by a specialist load ( 46): workshop, preferably an • Change the spring strut set- authorised BMW motorcycle ting to suit the load dealer. 41-42) – Spring preload has an effect on headlight throw Note:...

  • Page 42: Shock Absorbers

    Adjusting front shock absorber Basic setting (one-up): Warning: • Turn knob 1 fully clockwise, Before the journey starts, as indicated by the H arrow adjust the front shock ab- • Turn knob 1 six clicks coun- sorber to suit road condition ter-clockwise, in the direction and riding style.
  • Page 43 Adjusting rear shock absorber Basic setting (one-up): • Turn adjusting screw 1 fully clockwise, in the direction Warning: indicated by the H arrow Before the journey starts, • Turn adjusting screw 1 half a adjust the rear shock absorb- turn counter-clockwise, in the er to suit the gross weight/ direction indicated by the S load on the motorcycle.

  • Page 44: Suspension Spring Preload

    Suspension spring preload Warning: Before riding off, always set spring preload to suit total weight. For safety reasons, Basic setting, one-up: never attempt to alter spring • Turn knob 1 as far as it will go preload while the motorcycle counter-clockwise as indi- is being ridden.

  • Page 45: Wheels

    Checking wheel rims Warning: Have damaged wheel rims checked and, if necessary, replaced by a specialist work- shop, preferably an author- ised BMW motorcycle dealer. Checking tyre treads Screw valve caps on tightly Warning: Comply with statutory legal requirements concerning minimum tread depth.
  • Page 46 Wheels – Tyres cold: • Remove valve caps • Check/correct tyre pressure Checking tyre pressures Tyre pressures: Front Rear Warning: One-up 2.2 bar 2.5 bar Incorrect tyre pressures have (31.3 psi) (35.5 psi) a considerable influence on Two-up 2.5 bar 2.7 bar handling and on tyre life.

  • Page 47: Accessories And Loads

    Accessories and loads Warning: BMW cannot examine or test every product of outside origin to ensure that it does not represent a safety risk if used on or in connection with your BMW motorcycle. Even approval by an official inspec-...
  • Page 48 Accessories and loads Correct loading Warning: Overloading can impair handling. Caution: Do not exceed the gross weight • Make sure that the weight is limit of 450 kg (992 lbs). uniformly distributed between Do not exceed the wheel load right and left limits of 180 kg (397 lbs) at the •...

  • Page 49: Your First Journey

    Please remember too that if the motorcycle has not yet covered 1,000 km (approx. 600 miles), the engine is not yet fully run in. Caution: BMW Integral ABS* incorpo- rates a brake booster, so brak- Handling your motorcycle ing efficiency is significantly safely higher than with conventional Every motorcycle has a “char-...
  • Page 50 Your first journey Warning: Do not ride the motorcycle Safe motorcycling doesn't after drinking alcoholic depend on the motorcycle beverages. Even small alone. amounts of alcohol or drugs, Your own skill and common- particularly if taken in con- sense are needed too. junction with medicines, will The key to genuine safety on adversely affect your percep-...

  • Page 51: Important Notes

    BMW Integral ABS* ( CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Warning: When the ignition is switched Warning: off or if the BMW Integral ABS Engine exhaust, some of its fails, only a “RESIDUAL BRA- constituents, and certain KING FUNCTION” is available vehicle components contain 71).
  • Page 52 Important notes Risk of poisoning Risk of fatal accident Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which is colourless Your motorcycle is equipped and odourless but highly toxic. with Digital Motor Electronics (Motronic) and an increased- output ignition system. Warning: Inhaling the exhaust fumes therefore represents a health Warning: hazard and can even cause...
  • Page 53 • In the event of misfiring or a fuel-air mixture preparation severe drop in engine power, system cause unburned fuel to consult a specialist work- reach the catalytic converter, shop, preferably an author- there is a risk of it overheating ised BMW motorcycle dealer. and being damaged.

  • Page 54: Side Stand

    Side stand Placing motorcycle on side (prop) stand • Switch off the ignition Warning: • Hold the left handlebar grip For safety reasons, never sit with your left hand on the motorcycle with the • Place your right hand on the side stand extended.
  • Page 55 • Hold the left handlebar grip Warning: with your left hand When the ignition of a motor- • Keep your right hand on the cycle fitted with BMW Integral right handlebar grip and the ABS* is switched off, only a brake lever “RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- •...

  • Page 56: Main (Centre) Stand

    Main (centre) stand* • Switch off the ignition Placing motorcycle on • Hold the left handlebar grip centre stand* with your left hand • Hold the handle or the case holder* with your right hand Warning: • Place the right foot on the For safety reasons, never sit extension pin and press it on the motorcycle with the...
  • Page 57 Warning: • Ignition key in the “R” or “ON” If the motorcycle is fitted with position ( BMW Integral ABS*, only – Handelbar lock disengaged RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- • Hold the left handlebar grip TION is available when the ig-...

  • Page 58: Running In

    Caution: (600 miles). Exceeding the specified engine Make an appointment with speeds while running in will lead your authorised BMW motor- to increased engine wear. cycle dealer in good time, so that the work can be per- formed punctually. Note:...
  • Page 59 This running-in procedure is Caution: essential if the tyres are to Comply with the notes on BMW achieve maximum grip. Integral ABS ( 68-75).

  • Page 60: Before You Start

    Switching on the ignition the B position while the ignition is on (switch in ON position), the – Make sure the kill switch 1 is BMW Integral ABS* remains in the run position A operational ( 69). • The ignition switch must...
  • Page 61 Before you start Fully retracting the side Note: stand Engine does not start: – Move the gear lever to the position or disengage the Note: clutch If the side stand is extended Engine stops when first gear is and a gear engaged, you can- engaged: not start the motorcycle.

  • Page 62: Starting

    Starting Warning: Do not warm up the engine with the motorcycle at a Starting standstill — risk of overheating or fire! Ride away immediately after starting the engine. Caution: If you attempt to start the en- To avoid overheating the air- gine when the battery is flat, you cooled engine and possible will hear the relay chattering.
  • Page 63 Starting Note: Do not turn the throttle twistgrip when starting the engine. Choke • Correct position of choke • Press starter pushbutton 2 lever 1: – The engine starts – Lever up, in position A: • Turn the throttle twistgrip cold start carefully –...

  • Page 64: Telltale And Warning Lights

    ABS warning/brake failure light* Caution: The ABS warning/brake failure If warning light 1 comes on light 2 lights up if the BMW Inte- during the journey: Immediately gral ABS develops a fault consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW motorcycle dealer.
  • Page 65 5 litres (1.1 Imp. gal) of • Check engine oil level ( fuel in the tank If the oil level is correct, always consult a specialist workshop Engine oil pressure without delay, preferably a Telltale light 5 goes out above BMW motorcycle dealer. idle speed.

  • Page 66: Riding And Changing Gear

    Riding and changing gear Opening and closing throttle Engine speed Limit engine speed in accord- ance with engine temperature, Warning: using the highest engine Try not to open or close the speeds only when the engine throttle abruptly, particularly has reached its regular operat- on wet or slippery roads.
  • Page 67 Riding and changing gear Moving off and upshifts: • Pull the clutch lever in • Press down on the gearshift lever (to select first gear) and take your foot off the lever • Smoothly re-engage the clutch • Increase engine speed Downshifts: slightly as necessary •...

  • Page 68: Brake System - General

    Brake system - general Wet brakes After the motorcycle has been Salt on brakes washed, ridden through water The full braking effect can be or ridden in the rain, the brake delayed if the motorcycle is discs and pads may be wet ridden on salt-covered roads (or iced-over in winter), and and the brakes are not applied...
  • Page 69 The brake system is The brakes must first be applied until the discs and defective. pads are clean. Immediately consult a specialist Dirt on the brakes increases workshop, preferably an autho- the rate of pad wear. rised BMW motorcycle dealer.

  • Page 70: Brake System - With Bmw Integral Abs

    Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* BMW Integral ABS is the latest- Sensitive electronic generation BMW ABS develop- control ment: by preventing both It takes skill and sensitive con- wheels from locking and opti- trol of the brakes to pull up mising braking-force distribu- safely on a motorcycle.
  • Page 71 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Safety margin But remember: the potentially shorter braking distances which BMW Integral ABS per- mits must not be used as an excuse for careless riding. ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety margin in genuine emergencies.
  • Page 72 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Partially integral brakes The integral brake function Brake servo interlinks the front and rear The hydraulic pump in the BMW brakes, so both wheels are Integral ABS* actively boosts braked when you operate the the braking force acting on the brake lever.
  • Page 73 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION If the BMW Integral ABS* develops a fault, a RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION only is available in the brake circuits in question. The RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION is the braking efficiency without the hydraulic servo assist- ance of the BMW Integral ABS*.
  • Page 74 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* • Release the brake levers, if necessary. Self-diagnosis with • Switch on the ignition pull-away test Initially: The BMW Integral ABS per- – ABS warning/brake failure forms self-diagnosis and a pull- light 1:...
  • Page 75 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Note: Starting on gradients: Always switch on the ignition with gear engaged, clutch lever released and both brake levers released. Self-diagnosis cannot be per- formed if you do not follow this • Start the engine.
  • Page 76 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS* Warning: Warning: If the BMW Integral ABS fails If there is a fault in the ABS in both brake circuits, a RESI- system, the reserves of safety DUAL BRAKING FUNCTION normally afforded by ABS are only is available.

  • Page 77: Bmw Integral Abs - Fault Table

    Flashes at At least one brake circuit in RESIDUAL 4 Hz BRAKING FUNCTION mode ( Alternate Alternate Fluid level in BMW Integral ABS too low. flashing at flashing at Check the motorcycle as follows: 1 Hz 1 Hz – Ignition OFF: is brake pressure OK at the brake levers? –...

  • Page 78: Reliability

    To be sure of achieving the latest technical facilities, for necessary standard, it is always example the special tools advisable to consult your developed by BMW such as the authorised BMW motorcycle BMW MoDiTeC or exhaust dealer. emissions tester.
  • Page 79 They are the only way to be genuinely certain that your BMW is being kept in perfect working order. For goodwill work after the war- ranty period has expired, evi- dence of regular maintenance by an authorised BMW motor- cycle dealer is essential.

  • Page 80: Service Worldwide

    Service worldwide BMW Service Card A Service Card is now available for all new BMW motorcycles. A wide range of emergency- assistance services is in place to help you in the unlikely event of a problem occurring some- where far from home.

  • Page 81: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Development… Motorcyclists have an intensive relationship with nature. BMW has made sure that they con- tinue to enjoy the best possible prospects for successful riding in the future. For instance, your new Boxer is available with exhaust emission control by closed-loop, three- way catalytic converter.

  • Page 82: Bmw Rider's Equipment

    • Gloves too high. It's good to know that • Boots the BMW brand can be trusted to supply you with safe, high- It's foolhardy to ride without quality rider's clothing as well. these items of clothing. This...

  • Page 83: Bmw Motorcycle Accessories

    This is our motto – and it's one standards of design, function we live up to. For many years and quality as the motorcycle now, BMW has offered the itself. This calls for a great deal enthusiast everything capable of experience, but our engineers...

  • Page 84: Training Means Extra Safety

    Work up to the wheel lock limit – take bends smoothly and gradually. rhythmically, avoiding violent BMW has a worthwhile safety braking and acceleration contribution to make in this area – approach bends slower than too – BMW Safety Training.

  • Page 85: Concluding Thoughts

    We want you to reach your des- • Technical modification should tination safely – and for riding be performed by a trained your BMW Boxer to be the most mechanic at your BMW delightful leisure pastime in the Motorrad dealership...
  • Page 86 63 Brake system Engine speed, 64 checking, 28 Environmental protection, 79 general, 28, 29, 66 with BMW Integral ABS*, 33-35, 68-75 Front brake, 31 without BMW Integral brake fluid reservoir, 5 ABS, 30, 31, 32 fluid level, 31, 35...
  • Page 87 F - P Instruments, 6 Gear shifts, 64, 65 Integral brake, 70 General view left side, 4 Kill switch, 11 right side, 5 Light switch, 11 Handbrake lever, 27 Lights Handlebar fitting general instructions, 38, 39 left, 10 headlight beam throw, 38, 39 right, 11 Load, 45, 46 Handlebar levers, 26, 27...
  • Page 88 R - Z Rear brake Tank capacity, 25 brake fluid reservoir, 5 Telltale and warning lights Rear shock absorber, 41 ABS, 7, 62 adjusting, 40 battery charge, 7, 62 Refuelling, 24 engine oil pressure, 6, 63 Reliability, 76, 77 fuel level, 6, 63 Removing System case, 18 general, 62 Repair kit for tubeless tyres, 5...
  • Page 91 Printing and other errors and omis- specification. Please note that sions excepted. no claims will be entertained on © 2000 BMW Motorrad the basis of such discrepan- Not to be reproduced either wholly cies. or in part without written permis-...
  • Page 92 BMW recommends Castrol BMW Motorrad Order No. 01 41 7 664 931 10.00 edition GB / RF...

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