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BMW Motorrad
Supplementary rider's manual
R 1200 GS Rallye

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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Supplementary rider's manual R 1200 GS Rallye...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Initial operation Dealership address/phone number (com- Number on fork bridge pany stamp)
  • Page 3 R 1200 GS by the rider's manual of your BMW BMW Motorrad and welcome should you decide to sell it one you to the circle of BMW riders. day. It represents a vital element Familiarise yourself with your new of your vehicle.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Front footrests, ad- 6 Maintenance ... . 29 General instructions ..30 justable ..... . 44 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5: General Instructions

    General instructions Overview ......4 Abbreviations and symbols ..4 Equipment .
  • Page 6: Overview

    Chapter 2. accessory and, consequently, to Technical data. When the time comes to sell voiding of the warranty. your BMW, please remember NOTICE Specific instruc- to hand over this Rider's Manual; tions on how to operate, National-market version.
  • Page 7: Equipment

    Equipment Optional accessories. tolerance requirements of the Deutsches Institut für Normung You can obtain When you purchased your BMW e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual BMW Motorrad motorcycle, you chose a model optional accessories countries may differ. with individual equipment. This...
  • Page 9: General Views

    General views Overall view ......9...
  • Page 11: Overall View

    Overall view Rallye motorcycle seat (low) ( Protective caps ( Cross-spoked wheels Enduro footrest Frame guard ( Stainless steel radiator cowl Radiator guard ( Sports windshield (...
  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction Rallye style variant ....12...
  • Page 14: Rallye Style Variant

    Lupin Blue Metallic, clear- Radiator protective grilles, coated labels on the sides of the protect from stone chipping fuel tank in BMW Motorsport when riding closely behind colours and most of all the vehicles ahead. powder-coated Cordoba Blue...
  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation Rallye motorcycle seat ....14 Windscreen ......16 Sport suspension .
  • Page 16: Rallye Motorcycle Seat

    Rallye motorcycle seat Note height adjustment Remove the Rallye motorcycle seat The rear height adjustment 1 must always be adjusted to the The front height adjustment 1 low position (L identification). must always be adjusted to the high position (H identification). Unlock the seat lock 1 clock- wise using the ignition key and keep hold of the ignition key.
  • Page 17 Installing the Rallye Installing the frame guard motorcycle seat Requirement The frame guard was not in- stalled upon vehicle handover. Requirement The bonding areas must be dry and free from dust as well as grease. Position the frame guard 2 and press it on at the bond- ing areas.
  • Page 18: Windscreen

    Windscreen Sport suspension Adjusting windscreen with sport suspension Thanks to optimised suspension geometry the sports suspension generates more agility, improved handling and leeway when riding off road. Harder springs, longer spring struts and an extended spring travel enable improved off- road performance.
  • Page 19: Off-Road Use

    Off-road use Conversion ......18 Riding....... 22 Cleaning .
  • Page 20: Conversion

    Conversion Installing the luggage Removing the rear carrier covers footrest brackets Removing the luggage carrier NOTICE NOTICE Always install the rear footrests and grab handles for two-up Always install the rear footrests mode. and grab handles for two-up mode. Installing the rear-wheel stand 30).
  • Page 21 Removing the luggage Installing luggage carrier Removing the rear silencer 20). carrier covers Installing the rear-wheel stand 30). Installing the rear-wheel stand Remove the screws 1 and Clean the threads. 30). remove the right-hand rear Position the luggage carrier 1. Remove screws 1.
  • Page 22 Installing the rear footrest It is necessary to remove the Footrest bracket to rear silencer before installing the brackets frame right-hand rear footrest bracket. Removing the rear silencer 38 Nm 20). Installing the rear silencer 21). Removing the rear silencer Installing the rear-wheel stand 30).
  • Page 23 Remove the rear silencer 3 Lubricant including chafing protection washer 4 and clamp 5. Copper paste Installing the rear silencer Install the screw 3 including washer 4 and chafing protec- tion washer 5. Silencer to rear frame Loosen the nut 1 and slide the clamp 2 towards the rear.
  • Page 24: Riding

    Riding Maximum speed with Clamp to silencer and knobbly tyres or winter exhaust manifold Riding with off-road tyres tyres The R 1200 GS can be equipped 22 Nm with off-road tyres for off-road DANGER applications. Maximum speed of the mo- torcycle is higher than the NOTICE permissible maximum rated...
  • Page 25 Deactivate the RDC for off-roading with riding modes Pro Requirement The motorcycle should be driven with reduced tyre pressure when off road. Requirement Repeatedly press button 1 Press button 1 briefly to go to Either the ENDURO or ENDURO briefly until the top display the next menu item PRO riding mode has been set SETUP ENTER...
  • Page 26 Delayed braking effect due to After off-roading dirty brake discs and brake pads. damping for riding off-road. BMW Motorrad recommends Apply the brakes in good time Impaired handling characteristics checking the following after riding on surfaced roads.
  • Page 27: Cleaning

    Cleaning Removing the radiator Air filter element protective grille Cleaning after having ATTENTION been off road Dirty air filter element Engine damage NOTICE If you ride in dusty terrain Refer to the rider's manual of check the air filter element for the vehicle for general notes on clogging at shorter intervals;...
  • Page 28 Installing the radiator protective grille Press together the retaining Install screws 1. hook 1. Install screw 2. Installing the rear-wheel stand Removing engine guard 30). Insert the radiator protective grille 1 with the retaining lug 2 and the retaining hook 3 in the fixtures on the radiator 4.
  • Page 29 Remove windscreen Remove the screws 1 and re- move the engine guard 2. Installing the engine guard Remove screws 1. Loosen the windshield 2 to- Installing the rear-wheel stand wards the bottom and re- 30). move it. Turn the adjuster knob 1 anti- clockwise and adjust the wind- Installing the rear-wheel stand shield to maximum height.
  • Page 30 Fit windscreen Installing the rear-wheel stand 30). Place windscreen 1 in position. Install screws 2. Windscreen to wind- screen adjuster 4 Nm...
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....30 Service toolkit ..... . . 30 Rear-wheel stand .
  • Page 32: General Instructions

    Further information on mainten- BMW Motorrad has assembled ance and repair work is available a service toolkit that is ideal for from your BMW Motorrad author- carrying out extended service ised dealer in the form of a DVD. work (e.g. removing and installing wheels) on this motorcycle.
  • Page 33: Tyres

    Tyres Remove retaining disc 2. To do so, press release button 3. Checking tyre pressure WARNING Incorrect tyre pressure Impaired handling characteristics of the motorcycle, shorter useful tyre life Always check that the tyre ATTENTION pressures are correct. Vehicle topples to side when Slide the rear-wheel stand into WARNING being lifted on to stand...
  • Page 34: Rims

    The tyre is worn out when 2.9 bar (tyre cold) preferably by an authorised the tyre tread has worn down BMW Motorrad dealer. If tyre pressure is too low: to the level of the marks. The Correct tyre pressure.
  • Page 35: Maintenance Work After Off

    If the side stand is stiff: Have the side stand checked by a specialist workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. Checking the side-stand switch function Check the gearshift lever mount 1 and deflection Switch off the engine and fold points 2 for ease of movement.
  • Page 36 Have the side-stand switch checked by a specialist work- Checking the air filter shop, preferably by an author- element, replacing it if ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. necessary Checking the gaiter Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground.
  • Page 37 Remove the frame 3. Fit the air filter cover 2. Attach the centre trim panel 1. Removing the air filter ele- Install screws 1. Press the right and left ment 4. clamps 3 and 5 into the fixtures 4 and 6 while watching for the retaining lugs 2.
  • Page 38 Installing the Rallye motorcycle seat ( 15).
  • Page 39: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....38 Preparation for navigation system ......45 Accessories for Rallye style vari- ant .
  • Page 40: General Instructions

    Use only parts and accessor- accessories ies approved by BMW for your vehicle. BMW has conducted extens- ive testing of the parts and ac-...
  • Page 43: Rallye Style Variant Accessories

    Rallye style variant accessories LED flashing turn indicat- ors ( Sport suspension ( Handlebar levers, milled Hand protectors ( Preparation for navigation system ( Headlight guard ( Enduro engine guard Crash bars ( Cylinder-head cover guard 10 Front footrests, adjustable Footbrake lever, adjustable 11 Off-road tyres ( 12 Sports silencer (...
  • Page 44: Headlight Guard

    Headlight guard Handlebar levers, LED flashing turn milled indicators Protects the headlight lens against stone chipping when Milled clutch and brake levers Attractive flashing turn indicators riding off road. on stalks with state-of-the-art, made of a high-strength alu- Snap-lock system for straight- minium alloy, with anodised grey non-wearing LED technology.
  • Page 45: Hand Protectors

    Hand protectors Enduro engine guard Crash bars Protection for the rider's hands Protects the bottom of the en- Effectively protecting cylinders and the controls against wind and heads from damage in minor gine against flying stones and and adverse weather, and a de- contact with the ground.
  • Page 46: Cylinder-Head Cover Guard

    Footbrake lever, Cylinder-head cover Front footrests, adjustable guard adjustable Brake-lever pedal now wider and Comprehensively protects High-quality, forged footrests, the cylinder head cover from anodised gold finish, three height height-adjustable at the hinge mechanism. scratches and stone chipping. settings. The footbrake is easier to use Outer plastic contact guard, re- Spring-loaded footplate for com- placeable.
  • Page 47: Sports Silencer

    Completely made of titanium, bracket, Advanced Mount Cradle road terrain. end cap and heat shield made of featuring lock barrel and Multi- CFRP. Controller to operate the Increased torque in the bottom BMW Motorrad Navigator using and mid-range engine speed the handlebars. range.
  • Page 48: Case System

    Case system Optionally available case hold- ers allow the installation of dur- able, off-road-capable aluminium cases. These can be locked, are watertight as well as dustproof and also visually underscore the suitability of the R 1200 GS for use as an enduro.
  • Page 49: Technical Data

    Technical data Frame ......48 Chassis and suspension ... . 48 Wheels and tyres .
  • Page 50: Frame

    Frame, front right, on steering head Chassis and suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, with anti-dive top fork bridge, leading link pivot-mounted on engine and tele- scopic forks, central spring strut supported by leading link and frame...
  • Page 51 Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm featuring BMW Motorrad Paralever Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESA Central spring strut with coil spring and reservoir, electrically adjustable rebound-.stage...
  • Page 52: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets An overview of currently approved tyres is avail- able from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com. Speed category, front/rear tyres V, required at least: 240 km/h Front wheel Front wheel type...
  • Page 53: Dimensions

    Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, tyre cold Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2207 mm, via spray guard Height of motorcycle 1430...1490 mm, via windscreen at DIN unladen weight with style 1 1312...1372 mm, via windscreen at DIN unladen weight with style 1 1332...1392 mm, via windscreen at DIN unladen...
  • Page 54 with low rider's seat 820...840 mm, without rider at unladen weight with style 1 860 mm, without rider at unladen weight with style 1 880 mm, without rider at unladen weight with motorcycle seat, extra high with style 1 850...870 mm, without rider at unladen weight with passenger package with style 1 880 mm, without rider at unladen weight...
  • Page 55 with style 1 1920 mm, without rider at unladen weight with motorcycle seat, extra high with style 1 1870...1910 mm, without rider at unladen weight with passenger package with style 1 1920 mm, without rider at unladen weight with sport suspension with style 1 1960 mm, without rider at unladen weight with sport suspension...
  • Page 56: Index

    Running gear Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Gaiter Technical data, 48 Check, 34 Accessories, 38 Actuality, 5 Shift lever Air filter Luggage carrier Check, 33 Checking (renewing) the install, 19 Side stand insert, 34 remove, 18 Checking the switch, 33 Luggage carrier protective caps Test, 33 Dimensions install, 18...
  • Page 57 Wheels Checking rims, 32 Checking spokes, 32 Technical data, 50 Windscreen Adjusting, 16...
  • Page 59 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2017 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 60 You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01408403401* Order No.: 01 40 8 403 401 07.2017, 2nd edition, 01...

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