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Page 1 Rider's Manual R 1100 S BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad On-board On-board On-board...
Page 2 Important notes Warning: This symbol stands for precau-tions and measures which are essential in order to protect the rider or other persons from possibly severe or fatal injury. Attention: Instructions and precautions specifically intended to prevent damage to the motorcycle. Disregarding them may render the warranty invalid.
Page 3 We congratulate you on your and rider, to ensure maximum 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 9 Lifting handle ( 54-55) 10 Rear suspension strut,shock absorber 1 Reservoir for clutch fluid adjustment ( 11 Main (centre) stand 2 Front suspension strut, 12 Primary spark plug, left shock absorber adjustment ( 13 Secondary spark plug, left 3 Fuel filler cap ( 14 Fuse box, left 4 Engine oil level sight glass...
Page 7: General View, Right Side
General view, right side 15 Storage compartment for 21 Type plate 22 Vehicle identification number – Toolkit ( 23 Power socket – Printed information ( , 12 V 16 Helmet holder Provision for connecting addi- 17 Brake fluid reservoir for front tional equipment –...
Page 8: Cockpit
Cockpit 7 Warning light, fuel level/with approx. 5 litres (1.1 Imp. gal) in reserve yellow 25, 63) 8 Warning light, engine oil pressure 1 Telltale and warning lights ( 2 Speedometer 9 Ignition switch and steering lock 3 Odometer 4 Trip meter 5 Trip meter reset knob ( ) Figures in brackets page number for...
Page 9: Telltale And Warning Lights
Telltale and warning lights 1 Telltale light, left turn indicator 6 Clock repeater green 2 Warning light, battery charge Adjust by pressing with a ball- current red point pen or similar object at point A (minutes) or point B (hours) 3 Telltale light, high (main) beam 7 Warning light, general red blue...
Page 10: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock
Warning: The key number is on the If the motorcycle is fitted with accompanying plastic tag. BMW Integral ABS , only RE- SIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION- ALITY is available when the Optional accessories ignition is switched off (...
Page 11 Ignition switch and steering lock • Turn the handlebars to full left Key positions lock. Warning: Attention: Never turn the key to OFF or Engage the steering lock with while riding the the handlebars in this position motorcycle! only. ON Operating position, OFF* Ignition and lights off, ignition, lights and all steering locked...
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. 6 Switch for heated handlebar grip- A Heating off 10 Right turn indicator switch B 50% (centre position) • Press C 100% –...
Page 14: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard warning flashers • Operate hazard warning lights switch 1 – Hazard warning lights in oper- ation – The left/right flashing turn Hazard warning lights indicator repeater on the tell- tale light panel ( 7) flashes • Switch off the ignition Note: –...
Page 15: Dualseat Cover
Dualseat cover Removing dualseat cover Note: • Pull dualseat cover 2 Open/close the quick-release fastener 1 at the left/right with a coin to the rear (arrow) out of its locating points 3 and remove it or similar. • Make sure quick-release fastener 1 •...
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 fasteners 1 at the from the rear (arrow) into locating left/right by turning them in the points 3 direction indicated by the arrow.
Page 17: Dualseat
Dualseat Removing dualseat • Remove the dualseat cover • Take off the dualseat • Turn the key in the dualseat lock to – the toolkit and the right, to position 1 – printed information are then acces- and hold it there sible •...
Page 18 Dualseat Locking the dualseat Attention: • Secure the dualseat in its lock at the When installing the dualseat, make rear by pressing down slightly sure that it is firmly 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 motorcycle has fallen over, Opening the System case check that the System cases • Turn key in case lock to position A are correctly secured. • Pull up the carrying handle 1 and Max.
Page 20 System case Closing the System case Attention: Risk of breaking the locking tongue. Before closing handle 1 or locking system 2, turn the key in the case lock Removing System case to position A. • Turn key in case lock to position A •...
Page 21 System case Installing System case Attention: Risk of breaking the locking tongue. Before closing handle 1 or locking system 2, turn the key in the case lock • Insert the System case into the to position A. holder (arrows), making sure that it is firmly seated in the lower holder and the upper hook Warning:...
Page 22: Checklist
Maintenance Instructions), or preferably, have it carried out by your authorised BMW motor- cycle dealer. This is to ensure Your vehicle must be in perfect that your motorcycle corre-...
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 –...
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 – the red engine oil pressure oil filler 1 warning light should remain • Then retighten the oil filler off while the engine is running. screw 2 BMW recommends Castrol...
Page 26: Fuel
Fuel Attention: Refuelling Leaded fuel will destroy the cat- alytic converter. Do not run the fuel tank dry or Warning: you may damage the engine or Fuel is flammable and explo- the catalytic converter. sive. Do not smoke. Never Wipe off plastic parts immedi- bring a naked flame near the ately if they are wetted with fuel.
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 equiv- –...
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 A 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 work on the brake systems system. carried out by a specialist Immediately seek the advice 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 ( Maintenance Instruc- BMW motorcycle dealer. tions, 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 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 • Center the handlebar.
Page 34 Brake system - without BMW Integral ABS Checking brake fluid level Warning: Never permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN • Check brake fluid level at mark on the brake fluid opening 1 in the side panel...
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 FUNC- TION 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 • Hold the motorcycle upright or lift it on to the main stand Checking rear brake fluid – Make sure the ground is level level and firm • Check the brake fluid level...
Page 39: Clutch
– Make sure the ground is specialist workshop, preferably level and firm an authorised BMW motorcycle • Turn the handlebars fully to dealer. the right • Check fluid level at sight glass...
Page 40: Lights
Maintenance Instructions, Check brake light or tail light. Chapter 2) If the tail light is defective the Your BMW motorcycle dealer brake light is dimmed and acts will be glad to provide any as a tail light. When you apply the assistance you may require.
Page 41 Have the headlight basic set- load ( 46): ting adjusted by a specialist 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...
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. Attention: • Make sure that the weight is Do not exceed the gross weight uniformly distributed between limit of 450 kg (992 lbs). right and left Do not exceed the wheel load •...
Page 49: Your First Journey
Your first journey Attention: BMW Integral ABS incorpo- rates a brake booster, so brak- ing efficiency is significantly higher than with conventional brake systems. Handling your motorcycle Warning: safely The tyres need to cover a cer- Each motorcycle has a charac- tain distance ter all its own.
Page 50 Your first journey Warning: Do not ride the motorcycle after drinking alcoholic beverages. Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs, Safe motorcycling doesn't depend on particularly if taken in con- the motorcycle alone. junction with medicines, will Your own skill and common-sense are adversely affect your percep- needed too.
Page 51: Important Notes
Risk of fatal accident Your motorcycle is equipped Warning: with Digital Motor Electronics When the ignition is switched (Motronic) and high-power off or if the BMW Integral ABS ignition system. fails, only a RESIDUAL BRAK- ING FUNCTION remains available for slowing the Warning: motorcycle ( 71).
Page 52 Important notes Warning: Make sure that whether riding or standing still or when the motorcycle is parked, no eas- ily flammable material (for example hay, grass, leaves, clothing or luggage etc.) can come into contact with the hot exhaust system. Do not allow the engine to idle unnecessarily or for pro- longed periods...
Page 53 • In the event of misfiring or a severe air mixture preparation system cause drop in engine power, consult a spe- unburned fuel to reach the catalytic cialist workshop, preferably an converter, there is a risk of it overheat- authorised BMW motorcycle dealer. ing and being damaged.
Page 54: Side Stand
Side stand Placing motorcycle on side (prop) stand Warning: For safety reasons, never sit • Switch off the ignition on the motorcycle with the • Hold the left handlebar grip with side stand extended. your left hand • Place your right hand on the dualseat •...
Page 55 Warning: – Handelbar lock disengaged When the ignition of a motor- • Hold the left handlebar grip with cycle fitted with BMW Integral your left hand is switched off, only a • Keep your right hand on the right “RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- handlebar grip and the brake lever TION”...
Page 56: Main (Centre) Stand
Main (centre) stand Placing motorcycle on • Switch off the ignition centre stand • Hold the left handlebar grip with your left hand • Hold the handle or the case holder Warning: with your right hand For safety reasons, never sit •...
Page 57 • Ignition key in the “R” or “ON” Warning: position ( If the motorcycle is fitted with – Handelbar lock disengaged BMW Integral ABS , only • Hold the left handlebar grip with RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC- your left hand TION is available when the ig- •...
Page 58: Running In
Attention: 1,000 km (600 miles). Exceeding the specified engine speeds Make an appointment with your while running in will lead to increased authorised BMW motorcycle dealer engine wear. in good time, so that the work can be performed punctually. Note:...
Page 59 This must be rough- ened by riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles Attention: until the tyres are run in. Comply with the notes on BMW Inte- This running-in procedure is gral ABS 68-75). essential if the tyres are to achieve maximum grip.
Page 60: Before You Start
If you move the kill switch to the B po- sition while the ignition is on (switch – Make sure the kill switch 1 is in the in ON position), the BMW Integral run position A remains operational ( 69).
Page 61 Before you start Fully retracting the side stand Note: Engine does not start: Note: – Move the gear lever to the posi- If the side stand is extended and a gear tion or disengage the clutch engaged, you cannot start the motorcy- Engine stops when first gear is cle.
Page 62: Starting
Starting Warning: Do not warm up the engine with the motorcycle at a standstill — risk of overheating Starting or fire! Ride away immediately after starting the engine. Attention: To avoid overheating the air- cooled engine and possible If you attempt to start the engine when damage as a result, avoid the battery is flat, you will hear the re- even short warm-up periods...
Page 63 Starting Note: Do not turn the throttle twistgrip when starting the engine. Choke • Correct position of choke lever 1: • Press starter pushbutton 2 – Lever up, in position A: – The engine starts cold start • Turn the throttle twistgrip carefully –...
Page 64: Telltale And Warning Lights
Warning light 1 goes out above idle ABS warning speed. The ABS warning 2 lights up if the BMW Integral ABS develops a fault Attention: If warning light 1 comes on during the journey: Immediately consult a spe- Optional extra...
Page 65 5 litres (1.1 Imp. even though the oil level is cor- gal) of fuel in the tank rect, you must consult a spe- Engine oil pressure cialist workshop, preferably an authorised Telltale light 5 goes out above idle BMW motorcycle dealer. speed.
Page 66: Riding And Changing Gear
Riding and changing gear Opening and closing throttle Engine speed Warning: Limit engine speed in accordance with Try not to open or close the engine temperature, using the highest throttle abruptly, particularly engine speeds only when the engine on wet or slippery roads. has reached its regular operating tem- perature.
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 slightly as Downshifts: necessary •...
Page 68: Brake System - General
Brake system - general Wet brakes Salt on brakes After the motorcycle has been washed, The full braking effect can be delayed ridden through water or ridden in the if the motorcycle is ridden on salt-cov- rain, the brake discs and pads may be ered roads and the brakes are not wet (or iced-over in winter), and may applied for some time.
Page 69 The brakes must first be draulic fault. The brake system is 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-gener- Sensitive electronic ation BMW ABS development: by control preventing both wheels from locking and optimising braking-force distribu- It takes skill and sensitive control of tion by means of the integral function,...
Page 71 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS Safety margin But remember: the potentially shorter braking distances which BMW Inte- gral ABS permits 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 Brake servo Partially integral brakes The hydraulic pump in the BMW Inte- The integral brake function interlinks gral ABS actively boosts the braking the front and rear brakes, so both force acting on the wheel when the wheels are braked when you operate brakes are applied.
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 assistance of the BMW Integral ABS.
Page 74 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS Self-diagnosis with pull-away test The BMW Integral ABS performs • Release the brake levers, if neces- self-diagnosis and a pull-away test to sary. ensure its operability. • Switch on the ignition Self-diagnosis is performed automati- Initially: cally when you switch on the ignition.
Page 75 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS Note: Starting on gradients: Always switch on the ignition with gear engaged, clutch lever released and • Start the engine. both brake levers released. • Move off Self-diagnosis cannot be performed if – ABS warning/brake failure light 1: you do not follow this procedure.
Page 76 Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS Warning: If the BMW Integral ABS fails Warning: in both brake circuits, a RESI- If there is a fault in the ABS DUAL BRAKING FUNCTION system, the reserves of safety only is available. (...
Page 77: Bmw Integral Abs - Fault Table
The brake system is defective if the test outcome is negative. Alternate Alternate flas- Fluid level in the BMW Integral ABS is too flashing at 4 hing at 4 Hz low, perform the checks listed above. Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION...
Page 78: Reliability
To be sure of achieving the necessary example the special tools standard, it is always advisable to con- developed by BMW such as the BMW diagnosis system or sult your authorised BMW motorcycle exhaust 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 warranty period has expired, evidence of regular maintenance by an authorised BMW motorcycle dealer is essential.
Page 80: Service Worldwide
Note: practical advice on what to do Call us if you have any ques- next and can make arrange- tions about the BMW dealer- ments on your behalf, for exam- ship network. You can reach us ple notifying local emergency...
Page 81: Environmental Protection
Environmental protection Development… Motorcyclists have an intensive rela- tionship with nature. BMW has made sure that they continue to enjoy the best possible prospects for successful riding in the future. For instance, your new Boxer is avail- able with exhaust emission control by closed-loop, three-way catalytic con- …recycling...
Page 82: Bmw Rider's Equipment
• Suit you simply can't set your sights too • Gloves high. It's good to know that the BMW • Boots brand can be trusted to supply you with safe, high-quality rider's clothing as It's foolhardy to ride without these well.
Page 83: Bmw Motorcycle Accessories
This is our motto – and it's one we live itself. This calls for a great deal of expe- up to. For many years now, BMW has rience, but our engineers are themselves offered the enthusiast everything capa-...
Page 84: Training Means Extra Safety
BMW has a worthwhile safety contri- acceleration bution to make in this area too – BMW – approach bends slower than you feel Safety Training. they can be taken; a neat riding style These programmes are a wonderful...
Page 85: Concluding Thoughts
– BMW Repair Manual fectly matched to your BMW – BMW set of circuit diagrams • Your BMW Motorrad dealer is best placed to service your motorcycle It is good to know you have thought of • Do not under any circumstances...
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 G - 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 Residual braking, 34...
Page 91 ©2002 BMW Motorrad discrepancies. Not to be reproduced either wholly Dimensions, weights, fuel con- or in part without written sumption and performance data permission from BMW Motorrad, are quoted to the customary After Sales. tolerances. Printed in Germany...
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