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MOTORRAD
RIDER'S MANUAL
(US MODEL)
R 1250 RS
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) R 1250 RS MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data Model Vehicle identification number Color number First registration License plate Retailer data Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Phone number Retailer's address/Phone (company stamp)
  • Page 3 YOUR BMW. We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the family of BMW riders. Familiarize your- self with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confi- dently in all traffic situations.
  • Page 4 GENERAL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Ignition switch/steer- Quick & easy reference ing lock Abbreviations and sym- Ignition with Key- bols less Ride Equipment Emergency-off switch Technical data Lights Timeliness of the status Hazard warning lights Turn signals of this manual Traction control (ASC/ Additional sources of DTC) information...
  • Page 5 Media TECHNOLOGY IN Phone DETAIL Displaying software General notes version Anti-lock braking sys- Displaying license in- tem (ABS) formation Traction control (ASC/DTC) SETTING Dynamic engine brake control (MSR) Mirrors Dynamic ESA Windshield Riding mode Headlights Dynamic Brake Con- Clutch trol Gearshift lever Tire pressure control Brake...
  • Page 6 Topcase Reporting safety de- Navigation system fects BMW Motorrad Service CARE BMW Motorrad Service History Care products BMW Motorrad Mo- Washing the vehicle Cleaning sensitive bility Services Maintenance work motorcycle parts BMW Motorrad Care of paintwork Paint preservation Service Store motorcycle...
  • Page 7 INDEX...
  • Page 8 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA TIMELINESS OF THE STATUS OF THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING PERMITS DATA MEMORY...
  • Page 10 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special QUICK & EASY REFERENCE instructions and pre- This rider's manual has been cautionary measures. Non- designed to provide quick and compliance can cause damage efficient orientation. The quick- to the vehicle or accessories est way for you to find infor- and warranty claims may be mation on specific topics is denied as a result.
  • Page 11 Optional equipment. EQUIPMENT BMW Motorrad op- When you ordered your tional equipment is BMW Motorrad motorcycle, already completely in- you chose various items of stalled during motor- custom equipment. These cycle production. operating instructions describe Optional accessories. optional equipment (OE)
  • Page 12 Authorized BMW Motorrad or country-specific measuring retailer procedures. Detailed values can Your BMW Motorrad retailer is be obtained from the registra- always happy to answer any of tion documents or requested your questions. from your BMW Motorrad re-...
  • Page 13 Internet. that collects or processes per- The vehicle owner can have sonal data. a BMW Motorrad retailer or Vehicle users have the right to other qualified service partner obtain comprehensive informa-...
  • Page 14 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS or specialist workshop read out The data is processed only in the data stored in the vehicle the vehicle itself and is usu- for a fee if required. ally temporary. The data is not The vehicle data is read out via stored beyond the period in the vehicle's legally mandated which the vehicle is operating.
  • Page 15 The fault memory and event memory. When a vehicle is serviced, data recorder in the vehicle can such as for repairs, servicing be reset by a BMW Motorrad processes, warranty cases and retailer or other qualified quality assurance measures, service partner or specialist...
  • Page 16 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS to the mobile end device. This Multimedia data, such as mu- includes for instance position sic for playback Address book data for use in data and other general vehi- combination with a commu- cle information, depending on nication system or integrated the type of incorporation, and navigation system makes it possible to optimize...
  • Page 17 over the content exchanged Vehicle manufacturer services In the case of the vehicle man- via these services. Informa- ufacturer's online services, the tion about the type, scope and particular functions are de- purpose of collecting and us- scribed at the appropriate lo- ing personal data as part of cation, such as in the rider's third-party services can be...
  • Page 18 OVERVIEWS...
  • Page 19 OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 20 OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Clutch fluid reservoir 167) Fuel filler opening 131) Seat lock ( Adjuster for rear damp- ing (at the bottom on the spring strut) ( 115)
  • Page 21 OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Adjuster for spring Engine oil indicator preload, rear ( 114) 160) Brake fluid reservoir Behind the side trim for front wheel brake panel: Battery ( 181) 165) Remote positive terminal Vehicle identification 180) number (on steering head Diagnostic socket at right) 187)
  • Page 22 OVERVIEWS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Fuses ( 186) Rider's manual Standard tool kit 159) Payload table...
  • Page 23 MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High beams and headlight Rocker button MENU flasher ( with cruise control 10 Multi-Controller Cruise control ( 71). Operating elements Hazard warning lights ASC/DTC ( with Dynamic ESA Dynamic ESA adjustment options ( with LED additional headlight Auxiliary headlights 62).
  • Page 24 OVERVIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT with heated grips Heated grips ( 79). Riding mode ( Emergency-off switch Starter button Starting the engine 121).
  • Page 25 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning Photodiode (for adjusting lights ( brightness of instrument with riding modes Pro lighting) Shiftpoint light ( 126) TFT display ( Anti-theft alarm system with anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) Alarm signal ( with Keyless Ride Indicator light for radio- operated key Turning on the ignition...
  • Page 26 DISPLAYS...
  • Page 27 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU INDICATOR LIGHTS...
  • Page 28 DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn signal, left ( High beams ( General warning light Turn signal, right ( ASC ( with riding modes Pro DTC ( ABS ( with LED additional headlight Auxiliary headlights 62).
  • Page 29 TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Hill Start Control ( 12 Connection status Changing operating focus 13 Muting ( Tachometer ( 14 Operating assistance Speedometer 15 Heated grip settings Status line ( with cruise control 16 Outside temperature Cruise control ( 71).
  • Page 30 DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU Hill Start Control ( 13 Heated grip settings Speedometer with cruise control 14 Outside temperature Cruise control ( 71). warning ( Speed Limit Info ( 15 Outside temperature Riding mode ( 16 Menu area Status line ( Upshift recommendation Gear display, "N"...
  • Page 31 Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, values optimal. Layout White circle with small "i" 2: Warnings are indicated by the information. corresponding warning light. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the warning message, value not general warning light in combi- optimal.
  • Page 32 DISPLAYS White: (---) There is no valid If the icon 2 is active, you can value. Instead of the value, acknowledge this by tilting dashes 5 are displayed. the Multi-Controller to the left. Check Control messages are The evaluation of the indi- dynamically attached as addi- vidual values is possible in tional tabs to the pages in the...
  • Page 33 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside temper- ature warning lights up Key remote out- Remote key not yellow. side of the recep- in range. tion area ( lights up Keyless Ride fail- Keyless Ride yellow.
  • Page 34 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft Anti-theft alarm battery alarm battery discharged discharged. DWA failure Anti-theft alarm system failure. Electronic oil- Engine oil level check: check level. Check engine oil level. engine oil level. lights up Coolant temper- Coolant temper- red.
  • Page 35 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed in red. Tire pressure is flashes red. outside the ap- proved tolerance Tire pressure range ( not at set- point. Tire Press. Monitor. Loss of pressure. " " Transmission fault lights up "...
  • Page 36 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. ABS fault ( lights up ABS failure ABS failure! yellow. lights up. lights up. ABS Pro failure ABS Pro fail- ure! flashes ASC/DTC inter- rapidly. vention ( flashes ASC/DTC self-di- slowly.
  • Page 37 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights blinks yellow. Hill Start Con- trol is automati- cally deactivated is displayed. Hill Start Control cannot be acti- vated ( Gear indicator Gear not trained flashes. Hazard warn- flashes in ing lights sys- green.
  • Page 38 DISPLAYS Outside temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice, even TFT display. above 37 °F (3 °C) Engine heat can lead to spuri- Accident hazard ous readings the outside tem- At a low outside temper- perature when the motorcycle ature, icy conditions must...
  • Page 39 Change battery. Have any faulty key remotes Possible cause: replaced by a BMW Motorrad The battery for the key fob partner. transmitter is no longer charged to full capacity. Keyless Ride failure Operation of the key fob lights up yellow.
  • Page 40 BMW Motorrad retailer. shop, preferably an authorized Vehicle voltage critical BMW Motorrad retailer. lights up yellow. Charging voltage critical flashes yellow.
  • Page 41 License plate light BMW Motorrad retailer. faulty! Light source defect Have checked by a spe- lights up yellow. cialist workshop. The faulty light source is WARNING displayed: Overlooking the vehicle in High beam faulty! traffic due to a defective...
  • Page 42 Have the malfunction cor- Contact an authorized service rected as soon as possible facility, preferably an autho- at a specialist workshop, rized BMW Motorrad retailer. preferably an authorized Anti-theft alarm battery BMW Motorrad retailer. discharged Possible cause:...
  • Page 43 Contact a specialist work- plete or the conditions speci- shop, preferably an authorized fied above are not fulfilled, an BMW Motorrad retailer. assessment of the oil level is DWA can no longer be acti- not possible. Dashes ( ) are vated or deactivated.
  • Page 44 Coolant temperature too high Have the fault corrected as lights up red. soon as possible by a special- ist workshop, preferably an Coolant tempera- authorized BMW Motorrad re- ture too high! Check tailer. coolant level. Carry Drive malfunction on at moderate pace to cool.
  • Page 45 The engine eliminated at a specialist is running in the emergency- workshop, preferably an au- operation mode. In exceptional thorized BMW Motorrad re- cases, the engine stops and can tailer. no longer be started.
  • Page 46 The pressure differential is in- an authorized specialist work- dicated by the current and set- shop, preferably an authorized point tire pressure. BMW Motorrad retailer. Immediately after turning on Tire pressure the ignition, only dashes are with tire pressure monitor displayed.
  • Page 47 150) Tire pressure adjustment For more information about the 151) BMW Motorrad tire pressure The target tire pressures can control, see the "Technology in be found in the following lo- detail" chapter starting on page cations: 150).
  • Page 48 Have the tires checked by a WARNING specialist workshop for dam- age, preferably an authorized Tire pressure is outside the BMW Motorrad retailer. approved tolerance range. In the event of uncertainty Risk of accident, deterioration about the driveability of the...
  • Page 49 Have fault eliminated at a The motorcycle has not specialist service facility, reached the minimum speed preferably an authorized 150). BMW Motorrad retailer. RDC sensor is not active Sensor faulty or system fault with tire pressure monitor (TPM) min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) (The RDC sensor does not lights up yellow.
  • Page 50 Tire pressure warnings not ing. available. Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an autho- Battery of the tire pressure rized BMW Motorrad retailer. sensor weak with tire pressure monitor Motorcycle has fallen over (TPM) Cannot start engine. lights up yellow.
  • Page 51 Contact a specialist work- Ride carefully to next shop, preferably an authorized specialist workshop. BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: ABS self-diagnosis not The ABS control unit has completed detected an error. The flashes.
  • Page 52 It remains possible to con- preferably an authorized tinue riding. Take note of ad- BMW Motorrad retailer. ditional information on special conditions that can lead to an ASC/DTC intervention ABS fault message ( 142).
  • Page 53 Do not carry along any ob- Contact an authorized work- jects under the rider's or shop, preferably an authorized passenger's seat. BMW Motorrad retailer. Secure vehicle tools. ASC/DTC switched off Do not damage the rotational lights up. speed sensor.
  • Page 54 DISPLAYS shop, preferably an authorized ASC/DTC error BMW Motorrad retailer. lights up. D­ESA fault with Dynamic ESA Traction control failure! Onward lights up yellow. journey possible. Ride carefully to the next Spring strut adjust- specialist workshop. ment faulty! Onward Possible cause: journey possible.
  • Page 55 Fuel down to reserve volume Hill Start Control is Fuel down to reserve. automatically deactivated Drive to the nearest fill- blinks yellow. ing station. Possible cause: WARNING Hill Start Control was deacti- vated automatically. Rough engine running or Side stand was folded out. switching off of the engine Hill Start Control is deacti- due to a fuel shortage...
  • Page 56 BMW Motorrad retailer. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected. Hazard warning lights system Service due switched on is displayed in white.
  • Page 57 Have service performed reg- ularly by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The operating and road safety of the vehicle remains un- changed. The best-possible value reten- tion of the vehicle is ensured.
  • Page 58 OPERATION...

  • Page 59: Table Of Contents

    IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK IGNITION WITH KEYLESS RIDE EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH LIGHTS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS TURN SIGNALS TRACTION CONTROL (ASC/DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE PRO RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL SHIFTPOINT LIGHT ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL (TPC) HEATED GRIPS RIDER SEAT AND PASSENGER SEAT...

  • Page 60: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    Please contact a specialist and turn it to position 1. workshop for this purpose, Parking lights and all function preferably a BMW Motorrad circuits are turned on. retailer. with LED additional head- light Locking the steering lock Auxiliary LED headlights are Turn handlebars to left.
  • Page 61 Battery can be recharged If you lose an ignition key, you using the onboard power can have it disabled by your socket. authorized BMW Motorrad re- The ignition key can be re- tailer. moved. For this purpose, you should also bring all of the motorcy-...

  • Page 62: Ignition With Keyless Ride

    OPERATION safety system, so the retailer case), the vehicle cannot be is under an obligation to started. If the radio-operated key con- check the legitimacy of all tinues to be missing, the igni- applications for replacement/ tion is switched off after ap- extra ignition keys.
  • Page 63 Ignition, lights and all electri- Steering lock is unlocked: cal circuits turned off. Briefly press button 1. To unlock the steering lock, Parking lights and all function briefly press button 1. circuits are turned on. with LED additional head- Turning on the ignition light Requirement Auxiliary LED headlights are...
  • Page 64 Ignition keys can only be EWS Electronic immobilizer obtained from an authorized The motorcycle's electronics BMW Motorrad retailer. As the monitor the data stored in the radio-operated keys are part of radio-operated key through a an integrated safety system, the...
  • Page 65 spare key is positioned over antenna 2. DANGER Period in which the en- Swallowing a battery gine must be started. Risk of injury or death Then unlocking must be re- An ignition key contains a peated. button cell as a battery. Bat- teries or button cells can be 30 s swallowed and cause severe...

  • Page 66: Emergency-Off Switch

    OPERATION ulations. Do not dispose of EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH the battery in the household waste. ATTENTION Unsuitable or improperly in- serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer's specifi- Emergency-off switch cations. When inserting the battery, make sure that the polarity WARNING is correct.

  • Page 67: Lights

    Engine turned off Press switch 1 forward to Operating position turn on high beams. Pull switch 1 toward rear to actuate headlight flasher. LIGHTS Low-beam headlight and Headlight courtesy delay parking lights feature The parking lights come on au- Turn off the ignition. tomatically when the ignition is switched on.

  • Page 68: Hazard Warning Lights

    OPERATION front door after the vehicle is Starting the engine ( 121). parked. Parking lights Turning off the ignition 55). Press button 1 to turn on the auxiliary headlights. The indicator light for the additional headlight lights Immediately after turning off Press button 1 again to turn the ignition, push button 1 to off the auxiliary headlights.

  • Page 69: Turn Signals

    Move button 1 to the center position to turn off the turn signals. Comfort turn signals Press button 1 to turn on the hazard warning lights. Ignition can be turned off. To turn off the hazard warn- ing lights, turn on the ignition, If button 1 has been pushed to as required, and press but- the right or left, the turn signals...

  • Page 70: Traction Control (Asc/Dtc)

    OPERATION continues to light up. TRACTION CONTROL (ASC/ DTC) Turning off the ASC/DTC The ASC/DTC function is function switched off. Turning on the ignition Turning on the ASC/DTC 54). function The ASC/DTC function can also be deactivated while you are riding. Press and hold button 1 un- til the ASC/DTC indicator and warning light changes...

  • Page 71: Electronic Chassis And Suspension Adjust

    Auto More information about trac- Fixed maximum spring set- tion control (ASC/DTC) can ting: Max be found in the "Technology BMW Motorrad recom- in detail" chapter: mends the chassis Auto How does traction control and suspension adjustment.
  • Page 72 OPERATION To adjust the damping rate: Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the desired setting is displayed. The damping cannot be adjusted while the motor- cycle is being ridden. Immediately after the button 1 is pressed, the chassis and suspension adjustments op- tions for damping 2 and spring setting 3 are displayed.
  • Page 73 In the loading mode Auto the spring setting is only ad- justed after riding off. Adjusting spring preload The selection arrow 4 is dis- played. The selection arrow 4 goes away after the changeover of To adjust the spring preload: the status.

  • Page 74: Riding Mode

    "Technology in detail" chapter ( 147). RIDING MODE Select riding mode Use of the riding modes Turning on the ignition BMW Motorrad has developed 54). riding scenarios for your mo- torcycle from which you can select the one matching your situation:...

  • Page 75: Pro Riding Mode

    One of the following riding modes can be selected: : for riding on rain- RAIN slicked roads. : for riding on dry roads. ROAD with riding modes Pro The following riding mode can also be selected: : for dynamic riding DYNAMIC Press button 1.
  • Page 76 OPERATION Adjustment options The PRO riding modes can be adjusted individually. Setting up the PRO riding mode Turning on the ignition 54). Go to Settings Vehicle menu. settings You can browse through the The following PRO riding possible settings 3 and the re- mode can be adjusted: lated descriptions 4.

  • Page 77: Cruise Control

    Turning on the cruise control CRUISE CONTROL with cruise control Display while adjusting (Speed Limit Info not active) Slide switch 1 to the right. Button 2 is unlocked. Saving the speed The icon 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and in the upper status line.
  • Page 78 OPERATION Accelerating Press button 1 back and hold. The speed is reduced continu- ously. If button 1 is no longer pressed, the speed reached is maintained and saved. Deactivating the cruise control Actuate the brakes, coupling or throttle grip (ease the Briefly push button 1 forward.

  • Page 79: Hill Start Control

    Resuming previous cruising The system is turned off. Button 2 is locked. speed HILL START CONTROL Display Briefly push button 1 back to return to the speed saved beforehand. The icon 1 for the Hill Start Cruise control is not de- Control is displayed in the activated by accelerating.
  • Page 80 OPERATION Hill Start Control function 153) Switch Hill Start Control on and off Turning on the ignition 54). Go to Settings Vehicle menu. settings Turn Hill Start Control Apply handbrake lever 1 or on or off. footbrake lever firmly and Operating the then release again.
  • Page 81 Hill Start Control Pro is deactivated automatically when driving off. The stop icon disappears after the brake has been released completely. Hill Start Control Pro is deac- tivated. More information about Hill Apply handbrake lever 1 or Start Control Pro can be footbrake lever firmly and found in the "Technology in then release again.

  • Page 82: Shiftpoint Light

    OPERATION the handbrake or footbrake Changes to the brightness lever. and the flashing frequency are When applying the brake for signaled by the shiftpoint light approximately one second af- lighting up or flashing. ter the vehicle has come to a ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM standstill and on a slope with (DWA)
  • Page 83 26 seconds. Dur- Confirmation tone sounds ing the alarm, an alarm signal three times (if programmed). sounds, and the turn signals Motion sensor is blink. The type of alarm tone deactivated. can be set by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 84 OPERATION with Keyless Ride Deactivating the DWA Turn on the ignition. with Keyless Ride You can cancel a triggered alarm signal at any time by Briefly press button 1. pressing the button 1 of the Turn signals flash once. radio-operated key without de- Confirmation tone sounds activating the DWA.

  • Page 85: Tire Pressure Control (Tpc)

    Adjustment options Switch Target pressure on or off. : Set rising warn. Warning signal and falling or intermittent alarm HEATED GRIPS tone. : Activate the tilt with heated grips Tilt sensor alarm sensor to monitor the tilt Operating heated grips of the vehicle.

  • Page 86: Rider Seat And Passenger Seat

    OPERATION Medium heater output the seat lock 1 to the left with the ignition key and holding it. Lift passenger seat at front High heater output and release key. Take off the passenger seat 2 The 2nd heating level is used and set it on a clean surface for fast heat-up of the grips;...
  • Page 87 Installing the rider's seat Removing the passenger seat 80). Press the rider's seat into the front mounts 1 up to the stop and then lay on at rear.
  • Page 88 TFT DISPLAY...
  • Page 89 GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE SPORT NAVIGATION MEDIA PHONE DISPLAYING SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYING LICENSE INFORMATION...

  • Page 90: General Notes

    Operate these systems or BMW Motorrad devices only if the traffic Connected App situation allows. With the BMW Motorrad Con- If necessary, stop and oper- nected App, you can call up ate the system or devices at information about the vehicle a standstill.

  • Page 91: Principle

    Controller Turn the Multi-Controller up: On some mobile devices, Move the cursor up in lists. e.g. with operating sys- Make settings. tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Increase volume. Connected App must be called Turn the Multi-Controller up before using. down: Currentness of this manual Move the cursor down in lists.
  • Page 92 TFT DISPLAY Rocker button MENU Operating instructions in the functions main menu Navigation instructions are displayed as a dialog if the menu has Navigation not been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Briefly press the MENU up: In the menu view: move up one hierarchy level.
  • Page 93 Operating instructions in Show Pure Ride view submenus Press and hold the top MENU In addition to the operating rocker button. instructions in the main menu, Switching functions on and there are additional operating instructions in submenus. Some items are preceded by a box.
  • Page 94 TFT DISPLAY Going to a menu Moving the cursor in lists Show Pure Ride view ( 87). Going to a menu ( 88). Briefly press button 2 down- To move the cursor down ward. in lists, turn the Multi-Con- The following menus can be troller 1 down until the de- called up: sired entry is marked.
  • Page 95 Calling up the last menu used System status displays In the Pure Ride view: press The system status is displayed and hold the bottom of the in the lower menu area when a MENU rocker button. function has been turned on or The last used menu is called off.
  • Page 96 TFT DISPLAY with tire pressure monitor Riding time 1 (TPM) In addition, information from Riding time 2 the tire pressure control can be displayed. Break 1 Selecting status line content 90). Break 2 (average) Speed 1 (average) Speed 2 with tire pressure monitor (TPM) Tire pressure Press and hold button 1 to...

  • Page 97: Pure Ride View

    The red engine speed a compatible mobile end de- range changes depend- ing on the coolant temperature: vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- The colder the engine, the nected app is installed on the lower the speed at which the mobile end device.

  • Page 98: General Settings

    TFT DISPLAY engine speed range display will Upshift recommendation no longer change. Range The upshift recommendation in the Pure Ride view 1 or in the status line 2 indicates the The range 1 indicates how far best time for an upshift from you can ride with the remaining an economical perspective.
  • Page 99 Adjusting the date format The following languages can be set: Call up menu Settings German System settings Date English (UK) and time Date format English (US) Select desired setting. Spanish Confirm setting. French Setting the clock Italian Turning on the ignition Dutch 54).

  • Page 100: Bluetooth

    On some mobile devices, faults are possible as with any e.g. with operating sys- other wireless technology. tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Connections can be subject Connected App must be called to interference, can be briefly up before using.
  • Page 101 The Bluetooth function of the Select Mobile device device must be enabled confirm. The device must be "visible" Select Pair new mobile to others and confirm. device The device must support the Mobile end devices are A2DP profile searched for. Other Bluetooth-capable de- blinks in the lower status vices must be switched off...
  • Page 102 TFT DISPLAY in the Technical data chap- Deleting connections ter may provide assistance. Call up menu Settings 215) Connections Select Delete connec- Connect the rider's helmet tions and the passenger helmet To delete an individual con- Pairing ( 95). nection, select the connection Select Rider's helmet and confirm.

  • Page 103: My Vehicle

    MY VEHICLE Start screen Check Control display Layout ( Coolant temperature Range ( Odometer Service display ( Rear tire pressure ( Voltage of the vehicle electrical system 182) Engine oil level ( Front tire pressure...
  • Page 104 TFT DISPLAY Operating instructions MY VEHICLE Check Control messages (if present) ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tire pressure monitor (TPM) TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS More information about tire pressure and Check Control Operating instructions 1: tabs messages can be found in the that show how far to the left "Displays"...
  • Page 105 Select Service requirements Reset all values Reset individual values and confirm. The following values can be reset individually: Break Journey Current TRIP 1 Speed Consump. If the time remaining until Call up travel on-board the next service is less than a computer month, or if the next service is Call up on-board computer...

  • Page 106: Sport

    TFT DISPLAY SPORT with riding modes Pro Sport overview Maximum DTC torque re- Maximum deceleration duction Current DTC torque re- duction Rotational-speed sensor Maximum angle of inclina- tion to left Current angle of inclina- tion during cornering for left and right Maximum angle of inclina- tion to right Current deceleration dur-...
  • Page 107 Resetting the maximum values The maximum values for DTC torque reduction, angle of in- clination and deceleration are automatically reset after the ig- nition is switched off.

  • Page 108: Navigation

    On some mobile devices, running e.g. with operating sys- Risk of accident tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Observe the relevant road Connected App must be called traffic regulations. Do not use while riding (ex- up before using.
  • Page 109 FAVORITES Route criteria The following criteria can be all destinations that have selected: been saved as a favorite in the BMW Motorrad Con- Route type Avoid nected app. It is not possible Select desired Route type to create new favorites on the Turn desired on or off.

  • Page 110: Media

    Shuffle Go to the menu. Media : Select Repeat BMW Motorrad recom- (current track), or mends setting the volume for media and conversations via PHONE mobile end devices to the max- Prerequisite imum before starting a journey.

  • Page 111: Displaying Software Version

    Accept call: Tilt Multi-Con- DISPLAYING SOFTWARE troller 1 to the right. VERSION Reject call: Tilt Multi-Con- Call up menu Settings troller 1 to the left. Information Software End call: Tilt Multi-Con- version troller 1 to the left. Mute DISPLAYING LICENSE INFOR- The microphone in the helmet MATION can be muted during active...
  • Page 112 SETTING...
  • Page 113 MIRRORS WINDSHIELD HEADLIGHTS CLUTCH GEARSHIFT LEVER BRAKE FOOTRESTS SPRING PRELOAD DAMPING...

  • Page 114: Mirrors

    SETTING MIRRORS Adjusting the mirrors Line up mark 1. WINDSHIELD Move mirror body to the de- Adjusting the windshield sired position by turning it. Requirement Adjusting the mirror arm The motorcycle is stopped. ATTENTION Collision between mirror arm and other components. Component damage Correctly adjust the mirror arm.

  • Page 115: Headlights

    If there are doubts as the windshield. to the correct headlight range, have the adjustment checked by a specialized work- shop, preferably by an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. CLUTCH Adjusting the clutch lever WARNING Position windshield on corre- Adjusting the clutch lever...

  • Page 116: Gearshift Lever

    SETTING with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II with Option 719 Billet pack Shadow II Turn the adjustment wheel 1 into the desired position. The adjustment wheel can be turned more easily if you press the clutch lever for- ward when doing so.

  • Page 117: Brake

    Adjusting the gearshift lever Foot piece to gearshift foot plate lever 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) BRAKE Adjusting the brake lever WARNING Adjusting the brake lever while driving You can adjust the horizon- Risk of accident tal and vertical distance of Do not attempt to adjust the foot relative to the foot the brake lever unless the...
  • Page 118 SETTING Position 4: greatest distance Adjusting the footbrake lever between handlebar grip and foot plate brake lever with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II with Option 719 Billet pack Shadow II...

  • Page 119: Footrests

    Install the foot plate 2 in posi- tion A or B as desired. Turn the foot plate 2 into the desired position. Install the new screw 1. Foot piece on footbrake lever M6 x 20 Thread-locking compound: Remove screws 1. micro-encapsulated Remove the footrest 3 from the clamping block 2.

  • Page 120: Spring Preload

    SETTING ingly when the vehicle is lightly Clamping block on loaded. footrest hinge Adjusting the spring preload M8 x 25 at the rear wheel 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm. Position footrest 3 on clamp- ing block 2.

  • Page 121: Damping

    To decrease spring preload, Adjusting damping at the rear turn the adjustment wheel 1 wheel in the arrow direction LOW. Park the motorcycle, making To increase spring preload, sure the ground is level and turn the adjustment wheel 1 firm. in the arrow direction HIGH.
  • Page 122 RIDING...
  • Page 123 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN SHIFTING BRAKES PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE REFUELING FASTENING MOTORCYCLE IN PLACE FOR TRANS- PORTATION...

  • Page 124: Safety Instructions

    Observe the maximum pay- of the year. Your authorized load and maximum speed as BMW Motorrad retailer will be indicated on the label in the happy to advise you and has topcase (see also the Acces- the correct clothing for every sories chapter).
  • Page 125 Burn hazard Incorrect settings of spring- strut and shock absorber sys- CAUTION Unevenly distributed load Intense heating up of engine Loose clothing and exhaust system while Insufficient tire inflation pres- riding sure Burn hazard Tire tread in poor condition After parking the motorcy- Etc.

  • Page 126: Regular Check

    RIDING Comply with all specified Modifications maintenance intervals. ATTENTION ATTENTION Modifications to the motor- cycle (e.g. engine control Unburned fuel in the cat- unit, throttle valves, clutch) alytic converter Damage to the affected parts, Damage to catalytic converter failure of safety-relevant func- Note the points listed for tions, expiration of warranty protection of the catalytic...

  • Page 127: Starting

    with Dynamic ESA itself off if it is started with Adjusting spring preload the transmission in neutral and 67). then a gear is engaged before retracting the side stand. Adjusting damping ( 66). In the case of cold start or Check that the case and lug- under cold temperatures: Pull gage are firmly secured.
  • Page 128 Check". Starting the engine The self-diagnosis rou- before the test routine is com- tine checks whether the pleted will cancel the remain- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS der of the routine. is ready for operation. The Phase 1 self-diagnosis routine runs...
  • Page 129 ABS at an authorized service facil- self-diagnosis routine. ity, preferably an authorized It remains possible to con- BMW Motorrad Retailer. tinue riding. Please be aware ABS self-diagnosis that neither the ABS nor the The self-diagnosis routine integral function are available.

  • Page 130: Breaking In

    ASC/DTC self-diagnosis The self-diagnosis routine routine not completed is determining whether ASC/DTC is not available, as BMW Motorrad ASC/DTC the self-diagnosis routine was is ready for operation. The not completed. (The motor- self-diagnosis routine runs cycle must reach a specified...

  • Page 131: Shifting

    Tires Engine break-in speeds New tires have a smooth sur- face. This must be roughened <5000 min (Mileage by riding in a restrained man- 0...621 miles (0...1000 km)) ner at various lean angles until No full throttle (Mileage the tires are run in. This run- 0...621 miles (0...1000 km)) ning in procedure is essential Observe mileage, after which...
  • Page 132 RPMs and attempt to shift gears without clutch control, it can cause a strong load-change response. BMW Motorrad recommends clutch control for shifting gears in these riding situa- tions. Use of the Pro Gear Shift Assistant should be...

  • Page 133: Brakes

    Set- not possible. tings Vehicle settings Locking up of the front wheel menu, see also the Operation is prevented by BMW Motorrad 76) chapter. Integral ABS. BRAKES How do you achieve the shortest stopping distances? The dynamic load distribution...
  • Page 134 RIDING Descending mountain passes WARNING WARNING Poorer braking action due to moisture and dirt Braking should be done pre- Accident hazard dominantly using the rear Brake until brakes are dry or wheel brake when riding on clean; clean if necessary. downhill routes Brake early until the full Loss of braking effect, de-...

  • Page 135: Parking The Motorcycle

    Falling cannot be excluded PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE Although ABS Pro and Side stand Dynamic Brake Control Switch off engine. represent valuable support and an enormous safety advantage ATTENTION for the rider when braking in an inclined position, they by no Poor ground conditions in means redefine the physical area of stand...

  • Page 136: Refueling

    REFUELING of downtime. Your authorized Fuel grade BMW Motorrad retailer can Requirement provide you with more detailed For optimal fuel consumption, information. the fuel should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
  • Page 137 Recommended fuel WARNING quality Escaping of fuel due to ex- Super unleaded (max 15% pansion under exposure to ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) heat with overfilled fuel tank 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) Accident hazard 90 AKI Do not overfill the fuel tank. Alternative fuel quality ATTENTION Regular unleaded (restric- tions with regard to power...
  • Page 138 RIDING Unlock the fuel tank cap in a Fuel level clockwise direction using the ignition key 1 and fold it up. Approx. 4.8 gal (Approx. 18 l) Fuel reserve Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Press the fuel tank cap down firmly to close it.
  • Page 139 Version 1 with Keyless Ride ATTENTION Requirement Contact of fuel and plastic Within the run-on time: surfaces Damage to surfaces (become unattractive or cloudy) Immediately clean plastic surfaces after contact with fuel. Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on side stand.
  • Page 140 The "usable fuel quantity" cialist workshop, preferably an specified in the technical authorized BMW Motorrad re- data is the fuel quantity, which tailer. can be refueled if the fuel tank was completely emptied, i.e., if the engine dies off due to lack of fuel.

  • Page 141: Fastening Motorcycle In Place For Trans- Portation

    Remove emergency release 2. Fuel filler cap unlocked. Open fuel filler cap com- pletely. Refueling procedure ( 132). Close fuel filler cap emergency release with Keyless Ride Requirement Fuel filler cap is closed. ATTENTION Motorcycle tips to the side when raising Component damage cause by tipping over Secure the motorcycle...
  • Page 142 RIDING Tension all luggage straps evenly so that the vehicle is securely fastened. ATTENTION Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch components, e.g. brake lines or wiring harnesses. Pass the luggage straps on the left and right through the fork bridge and strap the mo- torcycle down.
  • Page 144 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL...
  • Page 145 GENERAL NOTES ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (ASC/DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL (MSR) DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL (HILL START CONTROL) SHIFTCAM...

  • Page 146: General Notes

    BMW Motorrad Integral ABS begin to lock and driving adapts the brake force distri- stability is lost, and a fall can bution between the front and result.
  • Page 147 this situation, ABS must reduce Lifting off rear wheel the brake pressure to ensure However, during extremely driving stability when restor- heavy and rapid decelerations it ing contact to the road. At this is possible that the ABS cannot point in time, the ABS must prevent the rear wheel from assume extremely low friction lifting off the ground.
  • Page 148 Apart from problems with the BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual Reserves for safety riding conditions can also But remember: the potentially cause a fault message to be shorter braking distances which...

  • Page 149: Traction Control (Asc/Dtc)

    ABS Pro control is more uniform. with riding modes Pro Advantages for the rider In the past, the BMW Motorrad The advantages of ABS Pro for ABS system provided for the rider are sensitive response a very high level of safety...
  • Page 150 Special situations the slip limit is exceeded. As lean angles increase, accel- The BMW Motorrad ASC/DTC eration capability is also pro- is designed as an assistance gressively restricted by the system for the rider and for laws of physics.

  • Page 151: Dynamic Engine Brake Control (Msr)

    This activation case cannot be controlled by min 3 mph (min 5 km/h) BMW Motorrad DTC. Dynamic engine brake control prevents If the front wheel loses con- this unstable riding state. tact with the ground under ex-...

  • Page 152: Dynamic Esa

    , the rider does not Auto have to worry about adjusting Like the DTC traction control, the load. the dynamic engine brake con- BMW Motorrad recom- trol compares the wheel cir- mends the chassis Auto cumferential velocities of the and suspension adjustment.

  • Page 153: Riding Mode

    Adjustment options For each of these riding modes, Damping modes there is a coordinated setting Road: Damping for comfort- for the ABS and ASC/DTC sys- able road travel tems as well as for the throttle Dynamic: Damping for response. dynamic road travel with Dynamic ESA Load settings Coordination of the Dynamic...
  • Page 154 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL tion is avoided wherever pos- with riding modes Pro In the RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC sible. In the DTC settings RAIN and and DYNAMIC PRO riding ROAD, the front wheel is pre- modes, ABS Pro is available to vented from lifting off.

  • Page 155: Dynamic Brake Control

    Turn back throttle grip. In the event of partial braking Do not actuate brake lever. with high brake pressure gra- Deactivate the cruise control. dients, Dynamic Brake Con- trol will increase the inte- First, the desired riding mode gral brake pressure on the is preselected.

  • Page 156: Tire Pressure Control (Rdc)

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL sors, a fault message is gener- TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL ated. (RDC) Tire inflation pressure ranges with tire pressure monitor The RDC control unit distin- (TPM) guishes between three inflation Operation pressure ranges matched to A sensor located in each tire the motorcycle: monitors the air temperature Inflation pressure within the...

  • Page 157: Gear Shift Assistant

    in most cases the values dis- GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT played there do not match with Gearshift Assistant Pro the values shown in the TFT Shift assistant Pro display. Your motorcycle is equipped Tire pressure adjustment with a Pro gearshift assistant Compare the RDC value in the originally developed for rac- TFT display with the value on...
  • Page 158 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Downshifts For the system to detect the Downshifts are assisted up to rider's intention to change gear, the speed at which the engine the gearshift lever previously reaches maximum rpm in the not operated must be moved gear to be engaged.

  • Page 159: Hill Start Control (Hill Start Control)

    Stopping on a steeper slope Release thresholds increases the amount of brake pressure built up. The brake min 1550 min is a bit slower to release 6th gear when driving off. More min 1600 min torque is required to drive off, making additional turning of HILL START CONTROL the throttle grip necessary.

  • Page 160: Shiftcam

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL and smooth running. The par- Brake warning jerk tial load cam reduces both the The brake is released briefly valve timings adapted for this and is immediately reacti- purpose and the intake valve vated. This causes a jerking behavior stroke.
  • Page 162 MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 163 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD TOOL SET SERVICE TOOL SET FRONT WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES RIMS AND TIRES WHEELS SILENCER LIGHT SOURCE JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET...

  • Page 164: General Notes

    During ist workshop, preferably your installation, a new microencap- authorized BMW Motorrad re- sulated screw must be used. tailer. Therefore, before removal, ensure that you have suitable tools for cleaning the thread and have a replacement screw.

  • Page 165: Onboard Tool Set

    FRONT WHEEL STAND Reversible screwdriver insert Installing front wheel stand Phillips PH1 and Torx ATTENTION Removing light sources Use of the BMW Motorrad from front and rear turn front wheel stand without an signals ( 178). additional center or auxiliary Reposition windshield stand 109).

  • Page 166: Rear-Wheel Stand

    For a description of the cor- rect installation, please re- fer to the instructions for the rear-wheel stand. BMW Motorrad offers a suit- able auxiliary stand for each motorcycle. Your authorized For a description of the cor- BMW Motorrad retailer will...
  • Page 167 Wait five minutes to allow oil ond person. to drain into the oil pan. Read oil level on the display 1. BMW Motorrad recom- mends occasionally check- ing the motor oil after a jour- ney of at least 31 mi in order to reduce the environmental impact.

  • Page 168: Brake System

    Engine damage Always make sure that the BMW Motorrad retailer. oil level is correct. Topping up the engine oil Park the motorcycle, making Top up the engine oil to the sure the ground is level and specified level.
  • Page 169 The wear marks preferably an authorized (grooves) must be clearly visi- BMW Motorrad retailer. ble.) Checking the front brake pad If the wear marks are no longer thickness clearly visible:...
  • Page 170 Visually inspect the brake pad at a specialist workshop, thickness. Direction of view: preferably an authorized from rear, looking at brake BMW Motorrad retailer. pads 1. Rear brake-pad wear limit 0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only fric- tion material without carrier...
  • Page 171 Checking the front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient or contaminated brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power caused by air, dirt or Check brake fluid level at water in the brake system brake fluid reservoir for front Stop riding immediately until wheel brake 1.
  • Page 172 If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking the rear brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level at...

  • Page 173: Clutch

    If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. CLUTCH Check coolant level at expan- Check clutch function sion tank 1.

  • Page 174: Tires

    Use valve caps with rubber ity, preferably an authorized sealing ring and screw on BMW Motorrad retailer. firmly. Checking tire tread depth Park motorcycle, ensuring that support surface is firm and WARNING level.

  • Page 175: Wheels

    If the tire preferably a BMW Motorrad tread has worn down to the retailer. In some cases the data level of the marks, the tire is stored in the control units can completely worn.
  • Page 176 MAINTENANCE in the process of removing Raise the front of motor- the brake calipers. cycle, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front wheel ATTENTION stand, until the front wheel rotates freely. Unintentional pressing to- Installing front wheel stand gether of brake pads 159).
  • Page 177 ATTENTION Tightening of screwed connections with incorrect tightening torque Damage or loosening of screwed connections Always have the tightening Remove the spacer bushing 1 torques checked by a from the wheel hub. specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 178 MAINTENANCE Lubricate the contact surface Lubricate the quick-release on the spacer bushing 1. axle 1. Lubricant Lubricant Optimoly TA Optimoly TA Insert the spacer bushing 1 Lift the front wheel and install into the wheel hub on the left the quick-release axle 1. Remove front wheel stand side.
  • Page 179 Quick-release axle in telescopic fork M20 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Tighten axle clamping screws 2 to the specified torque. Tighten axle clamping screws 1 to the specified torque. Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork Tightening sequence: Tighten Clamping screw for the screws 6 times, alter- quick-release axle in...
  • Page 180 MAINTENANCE Put the brake calipers on the Insert cable for wheel speed left and right onto the brake sensor in holding clip 3. Insert the wheel speed sen- discs. sor into the bore and install screw 1. Wheel speed sensor on fork M6 x 16 Joint compound: Micro-...

  • Page 181: Silencer

    Do not touch hot exhaust BMW Motorrad retailer. system. Place rear wheel on rear Let the end muffler cool wheel support. down. Make sure ground is level and firm and place motor- cycle on a suitable auxiliary stand. BMW Motorrad rec-...
  • Page 182 MAINTENANCE ommends the BMW Motorrad with M sports muffler rear-wheel stand. Installing rear-wheel stand CAUTION 160). Hot exhaust system with center stand Burn hazard Put the motorcycle up on its Do not touch hot exhaust center stand, making sure the system.
  • Page 183 Always have the tightening Push silencer 1 up to the torques checked by a stop. specialized workshop, Install screw 2 and washer 3. preferably an authorized Muffler on rear frame BMW Motorrad retailer. M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

  • Page 184: Light Source

    MAINTENANCE LIGHT SOURCE Replacing front and rear turn indicator light sources Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm. Turn off the ignition. Push the circlip onto the si- lencer. Push silencer 1 up to the stop. Install screw 2 and washer 3.
  • Page 185 To prevent contaminants from Install the light source 1 by being deposited on the glass turning it clockwise into the surface, always use a clean, light housing. dry cloth to hold the light source. Remove light source 1 from the light housing by turning it counterclockwise.

  • Page 186: Jump-Starting

    For details please contact a specialist service facility, Current too high when jump- preferably an authorized starting the motorcycle BMW Motorrad Dealer. Cable fire or damage to the motorcycle electronics Replace LED headlights Do not jump-start the mo- LED headlights can only be torcycle using the power replaced as a complete unit.

  • Page 187: Battery

    to protect the starter motor Removing the battery cover and the donor battery. 183). Allow both engines to idle for Do not disconnect the battery a few minutes before discon- from the electrical system for necting jumper cables. an external start. Disconnect the jumper cable from the negative terminal first, then from the positive...
  • Page 188 4 weeks, connect ATTENTION a trickle-charger to the A fully discharged battery battery. must be charged via a BMW Motorrad has de- power socket or extra veloped a trickle-charger socket. specially designed for com- Damage to vehicle electronics...
  • Page 189 The correct charger is avail- must be recharged regularly. able through your authorized See the instructions for caring BMW Motorrad retailer. for your battery. Always fully Charge disconnected battery recharge the battery before re- via onboard socket.
  • Page 190 MAINTENANCE Disconnect the negative Disconnect the positive bat- battery cable 1 and rubber tery cable 1 and pull out the strap 2. battery. Insulate the negative battery Installing a battery cable 1 with adhesive strip. If the 12-V battery is in- serted incorrectly or the terminals reversed (e.g.
  • Page 191 First press retaining plate into Insert battery cover into the mounts 1 and then press mount 1 and press it into the under the battery at point 2. mount 2. Remove the adhesive strip Install the screw 1. from the negative battery ca- Setting the clock ( 93).

  • Page 192: Fuses

    Consult the fuse assignment diagram and replace the de- fective fuse. If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Insert connector 1. Installing the rider's seat 81).

  • Page 193: Diagnostic Socket

    Vehicle experiences malfunc- 50 A tions Alternator regulator Do not have the diagnos- tic socket disconnected ex- cept during BMW Motorrad service by a specialist work- shop or other authorized persons. Have work carried out by appropriately trained per- sonnel.
  • Page 194 MAINTENANCE Press the hook 1 and remove Plug the diagnostic socket 2 the diagnostic socket 2 by into the bracket 4. The locking mechanisms 3 pulling it upwards. engage on both sides. Connect the bracket 4 to the mount 1. Press the locks 3 on both sides.
  • Page 196 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 197 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD POWER SOCKETS CASE TOPCASE NAVIGATION SYSTEM...

  • Page 198: General Notes

    Use of products from other More information on the topic manufacturers of accessories is available at: Safety risk bmw-motorrad.com/equip- BMW Motorrad cannot ex- ment amine or test each product of outside origin to ensure ONBOARD POWER SOCKETS that it can be used on or...

  • Page 199: Case

    onboard electrical system. Closing a case Additional devices with low power consumption are pos- sibly not detected by the vehi- cle electronics. In these cases, onboard sockets are already switched off shortly after the ignition is switched off. In case of insufficient battery voltage, the onboard sockets Turn the key 1 counterclock- are switched off to maintain...
  • Page 200 ACCESSORIES Removing a case Attaching a case Turn the key 1 to position RE- Turn the key 1 to position RE- LEASE. LEASE. Pull the black release lever 1 Insert the case in the case RELEASE upward while si- carrier 1, then swing as far multaneously pulling the case as possible onto mount 2.
  • Page 201 If you cannot find your combination of vehicle and case on the sign, contact your If a case wobbles or is difficult BMW Motorrad partner. to fit, it must be adapted to the The following values apply for gap between the upper and the combination described lower mount.

  • Page 202: Topcase

    ACCESSORIES Use the screws 1 inside the Press the lock cylinder 1 for- case for this purpose. ward. The release lever 2 pops up. TOPCASE Closing a topcase with topcase Opening a topcase Pull the release lever 1 all the way up.
  • Page 203 Press release lever 1 down Fold carrying handle 1 all the until it engages. way up. Turn key in topcase lock to Raise the rear of the topcase the LOCK position and re- and pull it off the luggage move. rack.

  • Page 204: Navigation System

    If you cannot find your combi- nation of motorcycle and top- Hook the topcase into the case on the sign, contact your luggage rack. Make sure authorized BMW Motorrad re- that the hooks 1 are securely tailer. seated in corresponding The following values apply for mounts 2.
  • Page 205 swing backward with a rota- The locking system of the tional movement. Mount Cradle offers no Navigation system audibly en- protection against theft. gages. Remove the navigation system Slide the shut-off lock 2 com- and store in a safe place after pletely to the right.
  • Page 206 Pull the shut-off lock 2 com- BMW Motorrad Navigator V pletely to the left. and the BMW Motorrad Navi- The locking mechanism 3 is gator VI. The BMW Motorrad unlocked. Slide the locking mecha- Navigator IV does not offer all nism 3 completely to the left.
  • Page 207 Press the bottom of the aplayer screen: Increase or MENU 2 rocker button decrease the volume of a Change the operating focus to BMW Motorrad communication the Pure Ride view. system connected via Blue- tooth. In detail, the following functions...
  • Page 208 Turning increases or de- be output via "Speak". All creases the volume of a other sound outputs remain BMW Motorrad communi- switched on. cation system connected via Switching off display: Switch Bluetooth. off display. The Mediaplayer function...
  • Page 209 Navigator. If the mes- sage is active, the nearest filling If a BMW Motorrad com- stations are displayed when the munication system is con- message is pressed. nected, an acoustic signal is...
  • Page 210 ACCESSORIES vehicles, then a PIN no longer needs to be entered. If the Navigator is removed from the vehicle while it is turned on, then for security rea- sons a PIN prompt is started. Screen brightness Screen brightness is adjusted by the motorcycle while the unit is installed.
  • Page 212 CARE...
  • Page 213 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING SENSITIVE MOTORCYCLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...

  • Page 214: Care Products

    BMW Insect Re- products available at your au- mover to soften and wash off thorized BMW Motorrad re- insects and stubborn dirt from tailer. BMW Care Products painted parts before washing have been materials tested, lab- the vehicle.

  • Page 215: Cleaning Sensitive Motorcycle Parts

    Increased effect of salt caused by warm water Fairings and panels Corrosion Clean trim panel components Only use cold water to re- with water and BMW Motorrad move road salt. solvent cleaner. Windshields and lenses are ATTENTION manufactured in plastic...

  • Page 216: Care Of Paintwork

    This is required in particular for CARE OF PAINTWORK removing road salt. Washing the motorcycle reg- Use BMW Motorrad metal pol- ularly will help counteract the ish for additional treatment. long-term effects of substances Radiator that damage the paint, espe-...

  • Page 217: Paint Preservation

    BMW Motorrad recommends removing tar Protect metal and chrome- stains with BMW tar remover. plated parts with an acid-free Then add a protective wax grease (Vaseline).
  • Page 218 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 219 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART THREADED FASTENERS FUEL ENGINE OIL ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION REAR-WHEEL DRIVE FRAME SUSPENSION BRAKES WHEELS AND TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE DATA...

  • Page 220: Troubleshooting Chart

    TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear Fold in side stand. engaged Gear engaged and clutch not Place transmission in neutral or operated disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling procedure ( 131).
  • Page 221 Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile end device be- transferred.

  • Page 222: Threaded Fasteners

    TECHNICAL DATA THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on tele- scopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Quick-release axle in telescopic fork M20 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork M8 x 50 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws...
  • Page 223 Footbrake lever Value Valid Foot piece on foot- brake lever M6 x 20 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) micro-encapsulated Footrests Value Valid Clamping block on footrest hinge M8 x 25 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Footrest on clamping block M6 x 20 / M6 x 12 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) Handlebars Value...

  • Page 224: Fuel

    TECHNICAL DATA FUEL Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption.) (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Fuel level Approx.

  • Page 225: Engine Oil

    JASO MA2, Additives (for instance, molybdenum-based substances) are prohibited, because they would attack the coatings on engine components, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.8 quarts (max 0.8 l), Difference between MIN and...

  • Page 226: Clutch

    REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear-wheel guide Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Par- alever Gear ratio of rear-wheel drive 2.818 (31/11 teeth) Rear axle differential oil SAE 70W-80 / hypoid axle G3...

  • Page 227: Frame

    FRAME Frame design Steel-tube frame with par- tially self-supporting drive unit, steel-tube rear frame Location of type plate Frame at front left on steering head Location of the vehicle identifi- Frame at front right on steer- cation number ing head SUSPENSION Front wheel Type of front suspension...

  • Page 228: Wheels And Tires

    WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combina- An overview of the current tions tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com. Speed category of front/rear W, minimum requirement: tires 168 mph (270 km/h)

  • Page 229: Electrical System

    Tire inflation pressures Front tire pressure 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-up mode 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Sporting Rear tire pressure 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-up mode 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Sporting ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Electrical rating of onboard max 5 A, all onboard sockets...

  • Page 230: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    TECHNICAL DATA Light sources Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indica- RY10W / 12 V / 10 W tors ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM Activation time Approx. 30 s Alarm duration Approx.

  • Page 231: Weights

    Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 72.4 in (1840 mm), without heel rider at unladen weight with rider's seat, low 67.7 in (1720 mm), without rider at unladen weight with seat Sport 73.8 in (1875 mm), without rider at unladen weight WEIGHTS Unloaded vehicle weight 536 lbs (243 kg), DIN unladen...
  • Page 232 SERVICE...
  • Page 233 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...

  • Page 234: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, the NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems between you, your autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC. You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hot- line on 1–888–327–4236 (Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting the website at...

  • Page 235: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE your motorcycle. With its worldwide retailer net- Have all preventive mainte- work, BMW Motorrad can at- nance and repair procedures tend to you and your motor- that have been carried out con- cycle in over 100 countries firmed in the "Service"...

  • Page 236: Bmw Motorrad Mobility Services

    Service History. BMW Motorrad retailer before Objection it turns the motorcycle over to At the BMW Motorrad retailer you. or specialist workshop, the ve- BMW Running-in check hicle owner can object to the Carrying out the run-...
  • Page 237 appointment, service must be performed sooner. The service display in the display reminds you of the next service appointment approx. one month or 620 mi (1000 km) before the entered values. More information on the topic of service is available at: bmw-motorrad.com/service The required scope of mainte- nance work for your vehicle can...

  • Page 238: Maintenance Schedule

    BMW break-in service (in- Annually or every 6000 mi cluding oil change) (whichever comes first) Standard scope of Annually or every BMW Motorrad service 12,000 mi (whichever Engine oil change with comes first) filter At first after one year, Oil change in the bevel...

  • Page 239: Maintenance Confirmations

    MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Motorrad Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic...
  • Page 240 SERVICE BMW pre-delivery check BMW running-in check performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 241 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 242 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 243 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 244 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 245 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 246 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 247 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 248 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 249 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 250 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...

  • Page 251: Service Confirmations

    SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional accessories and special cam- paigns performed. Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 252 SERVICE Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 254 CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 255 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment electronic United Arab Emirates immobiliser (EWS4) For all countries without EU Technical information Frequency Band: 134 kHz (Transponder: TMS37145 / Type DST80, TMS3705 Transponder Base Station IC) Philippiens Output Power: 50 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: BECOM Electronics GmbH Address: Technikerstraße 1,...
  • Page 256 Indonesia Taiwan 72790/SDPPI/2021 13349 低功 電波 射性電機管 辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低 功率射頻電 機，非經許可，公 司、商號或使用者均不得擅 自變 更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計 之特性及 功能。第十四條 低功 Dilarang melakukan perubahan 率射頻電機之使用不 得影響飛航 Spesifikasi yang dapat 安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有 Menimbulkan gangguan fisik 干 擾現象時，應立即停用，並改 dan/atau elektromagnetik 善至無干擾時方 得繼續使用。 前 terhadap lingkungan sekitarnya 項合法通信，指依電信法規定作...
  • Page 257 United States (USA) Canada Contains FCC ID: Contains IC: ODE-MREWS5012 10430A-MREWS5012 FCC § 15.19 Labelling This device complies with part 15 requirements of the FCC Rules and Industry This device complies with part Canada license-exempt RSS 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry standard(s).
  • Page 258 Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device USA, Canada: Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and...
  • Page 259 USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Argentina: H-17115...
  • Page 260 Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose.
  • Page 261 The product is Iabeted with the CE marking: Velbert, October 15 th , 2013 Benjamin A. Müller Product Development Systems Car Access and Immobilization - Electronics Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert...
  • Page 262 Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
  • Page 263 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Argentina cluster For all Countries without EU C-24711 Technical information Brazil BT operating frq. Range: Este equipamento opera em 2402 – 2480 MHz caráter secundário, isto é, não BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE) tem direito a proteção contra BT output power: <...
  • Page 264 Mexico Le présent appareil est conforme La operación de este equipo está aux CNR d'Industrie Canada sujeta a las siguientes dos applicables aux appareils radio condiciones: exempts de licence. L'exploitation (1) es posible que este equipo o est autorisée aux deux conditions dispositivo no cause interferencia suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit perjudicial y...
  • Page 265 Thailand เครื ่ อ งโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น้ ี มี ค วามสอดคล้ อ งตามข้ อ กํ า หนดของ กทช. (This telecommunication equipments is in compliance with NTC requirements) United States (USA) This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 266 INDEX Brake fluid Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Checking the front fill level, 165 Displays, 45 Checking the rear fill Self-diagnosis, 122, 123 level, 166 Technology in detail, 140 Front expansion tank, 15 Accessories Rear expansion tank, 15 General notes, 192 Brake lever Air filter Adjusting the brake lever, 111...
  • Page 267 Clutch Emergency-off switch, 18 Adjusting clutch, 109 Operating, 60 Adjusting handlebar Engine lever, 109 Drive malfunction warning Checking operation, 167 light, 38 Technical Data, 220 Indicator light for engine Coolant control, 39 Checking the fill level, 167 Starting, 121 Indicator light for excess Technical Data, 219 temperature, 38 Warning light for electronic...
  • Page 268 INDEX Technical Data, 218 Hill Start Control Pro Adjusting, 75 Fuel filler cap emergency Operating, 74 release, 134, 135 Technology in detail, 153 Fuel reserve Indicator light, 49 Horn, 17 Range, 92 Fuses Ignition Replacing, 186 Turning off, 55 Technical Data, 223 Turning on, 54 Immobilizer, 58 Gearshift assistant, 125...
  • Page 269 TPM Tire Pressure Moni- Operating headlight tor, 41 flasher, 61 Vehicle voltage, 33, 34 Operating high beams, 61 Instrument cluster Operating the auxiliary Ambient light sensor, 19 headlights, 62 Overview, 19 Parking lights, 61, 62 Luggage Loading information, 118 Jump-starting, 180 Maintenance Keyless Ride, 33 Maintenance schedule, 232...
  • Page 270 INDEX Rear-wheel stand Onboard computer, 97 Attaching, 160 Onboard vehicle toolkit Refueling, 131, 132 Position on vehicle, 16 Fuel grade, 130 Standard tool kit, 159 with Keyless Ride, 133 Operating focus Remote control change, 89 Replacing the battery, 59 Outside temperature Rider's Manual (US Model) Display, 32 Position on vehicle, 16...
  • Page 271 Shifting gears Standards, 5 Shiftpoint light, 126 Suspension, 221 Upshift recommendation, 92 Transmission, 220 Weights, 225 Socket Information on use, 192 Wheels and tires, 222 Position on vehicle, 15 TFT display, 19 Spark plugs Operating, 88, 89 Technical Data, 223 Operating element, 17 Speed control Overview, 23, 24...
  • Page 272 INDEX Vehicle identification number Position on vehicle, 15 Vehicle voltage Indicator light, 33, 34 Warning lights, 19 Overview, 22 Weights Payload table, 16 Technical Data, 225 Wheels Check wheel rims, 168 Checking rims, 168 Installing front wheel, 171 Installing rear wheel, 175 Removing front wheel, 169 Size change, 169 Technical Data, 222...
  • Page 273 Reprinting, in whole or in hands frequently when ser- part, is only permitted with vicing your vehicle. the written permission of Further information is avail- BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. able at: Original Rider's Manual, printed www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in Germany. passenger_vehicle...
  • Page 274 Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption.) (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Fuel level Approx.

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