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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL F 900 XR MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
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Vehicle data Model Vehicle Identification Number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number Dealership details Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Phone number Dealership address/phone number (company stamp)
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YOUR BMW. We congratulate you on your choice of a vehicle from BMW Motorrad and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations.
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GENERAL STATUS INSTRUCTIONS INDICATORS Overview Indicator and warning Abbreviations and sym- lights bols TFT display in Equipment Pure Ride view Technical data TFT display in Menu Currency view Additional sources of TFT display in Sport 1 information view Certificates and operat- Warning indicators ing licences Data memory...
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Tyre pressure control Shifting gear Shift light (RDC) Brakes Heated grips Parking your motor- Seat cycle Refuelling TFT DISPLAY Securing motorcycle for transportation General notes Principle Pure Ride view ENGINEERING DE- General settings TAILS Bluetooth My vehicle General notes On-board computer Antilock Brake Sys- Navigation tem (ABS)
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Clutch TECHNICAL DATA Coolant Troubleshooting chart Tyres Screw connections Wheel rims Fuel F 900 XR (0K21) Wheels Fuel Chain F 900 XR A2 (0K41) Lighting Engine oil Jump-starting Engine Battery F 900 XR (0K21) Fuses Engine Diagnostic connector F 900 XR A2 (0K41)
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Maintenance sched- Maintenance confirm- ations Service confirmations APPENDIX Declaration of Con- formity Certificate for elec- tronic immobiliser Certificate for Key- less Ride Certificate for tyre pressure control (RDC) Certificate for TFT instrument cluster INDEX...
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OVERVIEW ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM...
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WARNING Medium-risk The vehicles are hazard. Non-avoidance assembled com- can lead to fatal or severe in- plete with all the jury. BMW Motorrad DANGER High-risk haz- optional equipment ard. Non-avoidance leads originally ordered. to fatal or severe injury. ATTENTION Special notes and precautionary meas- ures.
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EQUIPMENT equipment, the national-mar- When you ordered your ket version or country-specific BMW Motorrad, you chose measuring procedures. De- various items of custom tailed values can be taken from equipment. These operating the vehicle registration docu-...
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Internet be obtained from the manufac- The rider's manual for your turer of the vehicle, for example vehicle, operating and installa- via a separate booklet. tion instructions for accessories and general information about BMW Motorrad, in relation to...
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The vehicle owner can also re- companies which collect or quest that a BMW Motorrad process personal data. retailer or another qualified Vehicle users have the right to service partner or specialist...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ently stored on the vehicle con- Legal requirements for the dition, component loads, incid- disclosure of data ents or errors. As part of its legal responsib- This information is generally ilities, the manufacturer of the used to document the condi- vehicle is obligated to make its tion of a component, a module, stored data available to the rel-...
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BMW Motorrad retailer or an- this technical information can other qualified service partner be read out of the vehicle to- or specialist workshop.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS or is located on a device that provider of the respective app. is connected to the vehicle, The scope of the possible set- for example smartphone, USB tings depends on the corres- stick, MP3 player. If this data ponding app and the operating is stored in the vehicle, the system of the mobile device.
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is exchanged using a secure INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY connection, for example with CALL SYSTEM the IT systems provided by the with intelligent emergency vehicle manufacturer. call Obtaining, processing and us- Principle ing personal data outside of The intelligent emergency call the normal provision of ser- vices requires legal permission, system enables manual or auto- contractual agreement or con-...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS gent emergency call system is network to enable rapid con- the concluded ConnectedRide nection setup. Data is sent to contract for this function, as the vehicle manufacturer in the well as the corresponding laws, event of an emergency. ordinances and directives of Improving quality the European Parliament and of...
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vehicle memory. As a rule, log Accident data, for example data is only read out following the direction of impact detec- a court order, and this is only ted by the vehicle sensors, to possible if the corresponding assist the emergency services devices are connected directly response.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Information on personal data The data that is processed as part of the intelligent emer- gency call is processed exclus- ively to carry out the emer- gency call. As part of its stat- utory obligation, the manufac- turer of the vehicle provides information about the data that it has processed and any data that it still has stored.
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GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Power socket ( 198) Seat lock ( Adjustment of damping 119) Oil filler opening and oil dipstick ( 165)
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GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Adjustment of spring pre- load ( 119) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 170) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 169) Vehicle identification number, type plate (on steering head) Coolant level indicator (behind the side trim pan- el) ( 172)
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GENERAL VIEWS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Toolkit ( 163) Battery ( 189) Main fuse ( 193) Diagnostic connector 195) Fuses ( 194)
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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High-beam headlight and 11 Manual daytime riding headlight flasher ( light ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning lights ASC/DTC ( Dynamic ESA ( with LED additional headlight Auxiliary headlights 70). Turn indicators ( Horn MENU rocker button 10 Multi-Controller Controls (...
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GENERAL VIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT with intelligent emergency call Operating heated handle- bar grips ( Selecting riding mode Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( 128) SOS button Intelligent emergency call...
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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT without intelligent emergency call Operating heated handle- bar grips ( Selecting riding mode Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( 128)
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GENERAL VIEWS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( Shift light TFT display ( DWA light-emitting diode with Keyless Ride Indicator light for the ra- dio-operated key ( Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- strument lighting)
STATUS INDICATORS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicators, left with LED additional headlight Auxiliary headlights High-beam headlight 70). General warning light Turn indicators, right Warning light, drive mal- function ( ASC/DTC ( ABS ( Manual daytime riding light (...
TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Rev. counter ( 14 Automatic daytime riding Speedometer light ( Status line ( 15 Outside temperature Cruise control ( warning ( Speed Limit Info ( 16 Ambient temperature Riding mode ( Recommendation to up- shift ( 100) Gear indicator;...
STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW Speedometer 13 Automatic daytime riding Cruise control ( light ( Speed Limit Info ( 14 Outside temperature Riding mode ( warning ( Status line ( 15 Ambient temperature Recommendation to up- 16 Menu section shift ( 100) Gear indicator;...
TFT DISPLAY IN SPORT 1 VIEW with riding modes Pro Maximum DTC torque re- duction Current DTC torque re- duction Rev. counter Maximum braking decel- eration Current braking decelera- tion Current lean angle Maximum lean angle Unit for rpm display: 1000 revolutions per minute...
STATUS INDICATORS Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- WARNING INDICATORS sage, optimum values. Mode of presentation White circle with small "i" 2: Warnings are indicated by the information. corresponding warning lights. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the warning, value not ideal.
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ledged by tilting the Multi- White: (---) No valid value Controller to the left. available. Dashes 5 are dis- Check Control messages are played instead of a numerical dynamically attached as addi- value. tional tabs on the pages in the The assessment of some menu 95).
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STATUS INDICATORS Warnings, overview Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside tempe- rature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key out of range in range. lights up Keyless Ride Keyless Ride yellow. failed ( failure. lights up Replace battery Remote key bat-...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Alarm system battery flat battery empty. DWA failed Alarm system failure. lights up Coolant tempe- Coolant temper- yellow. rature too high ature too high! lights up. Drive malfunction Engine! flashes red. Serious drive mal- Serious fault function (...
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Tyre pressure Tyre pressure outside permitted does not match tolerance ( setpoint. Tyre press. control. Loss of pressure. " " Transmission fault lights up " " Sensor faulty yellow. or system fault Battery for tyre RDC sensor bat- pressure sensor...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up ABS failed ABS failure! yellow. lights up. lights up. ABS Pro failed ABS Pro fail- ure! quick- ASC/DTC inter- flashes. vention ( slow- ASC/DTC self- flashes. diagnosis not completed lights up. ASC/DTC Off! switched off...
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Hazard warning flashes lights system green. is switched on flashes green. is displayed in Service due white. Service due! lights up is displayed in yel- Service-due yellow. low. date has passed Service over- due!
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Ambient temperature The ambient temperature is WARNING displayed status line of the TFT Risk of black ice also applic- display. able at over 3 °C When the vehicle is at a stand- Risk of accident still, the heat of the engine can Always take extra care when falsify the ambient-temperature temperatures are low;...
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Possible cause: Have the faulty radio-operated The integral battery in the ra- key replaced by an authorised dio-operated key has lost a BMW Motorrad retailer. significant proportion of its Keyless Ride failed original capacity. There is no lights up yellow.
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Possible cause: quickly as possible by a spe- Consumers with high power cialist workshop, preferably an consumption are in operation authorised BMW Motorrad re- (such as heated body warm- tailer. ers), too many consumers are in operation at one time, or Voltage of the vehicle battery faulty.
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Have the fault rectified as Rear left turn in- quickly as possible by a spe- dicator faulty! cialist workshop, preferably an Rear right turn indic- authorised BMW Motorrad re- ator faulty! tailer. Number plate light Bulb faulty faulty! lights up yellow.
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Consult a specialist work- Safety risk shop, preferably an authorised Replace defective bulbs as BMW Motorrad retailer. soon as possible; always carry a complete set of Anti-theft alarm battery flat spare bulbs if possible. with anti-theft alarm (DWA)
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Possible cause: Consult a specialist work- The coolant level is too low. shop, preferably an authorised Check the coolant level BMW Motorrad retailer. 172). DWA failed If the coolant level is too low: with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Top up the coolant ( 172).
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In exceptional quickly as possible by a spe- cases, the engine stops and re- cialist workshop, preferably an fuses to start. Otherwise, the authorised BMW Motorrad re- engine runs in emergency op- tailer. erating mode. It is possible to continue to You can continue to ride, but ride but not recommended.
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STATUS INDICATORS authorised BMW Motorrad re- Severe fault in the engine tailer. control It is possible to continue to flashes red. ride but not recommended. Tyre pressure Serious fault in the with tyre pressure control engine control! Rid- (RDC) ing at mod. speed pos.
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RDC sensor is not active For further information about BMW Motorrad RDC, see the min 30 km/h (The RDC section entitled "Engineering sensor does not transmit its details" ( 155).
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Adapt your style of riding shop, preferably an authorised accordingly. BMW Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure whether the vehicle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition: Do not continue your journey.
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Have the fault rectified been reached.) by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Increase speed above this BMW Motorrad retailer. threshold and observe the RDC readings. Sensor faulty or system fault Assume that a permanent with tyre pressure control...
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Have the fault rectified (RDC) by a specialist workshop, lights up yellow. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Tyre pressure check Battery for tyre pressure failure! Function sensor weak limited. Have it checked with tyre pressure control...
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5 km/h. You can- lights up yellow. not resume your journey. Consult a specialist work- Emergency call shop, preferably an authorised failure. Make BMW Motorrad retailer. an appointment at a ABS self-diagnosis not specialist workshop. completed Possible cause: flashes.
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The ABS control unit has de- quickly as possible by a spe- tected a fault. The ABS func- cialist workshop, preferably an tion is available, subject to re- authorised BMW Motorrad re- strictions. tailer. You can continue to ride. ABS Pro failed...
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Seek the advice of a special- ASC/DTC intervention ist workshop, preferably an quick-flashes. authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The ASC/DTC has detected a degree of instability at the rear ASC/DTC switched off wheel and has intervened to lights up. reduce torque. The indicator...
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Bear in mind the more quickly as possible by a spe- detailed information on cialist workshop, preferably an situations that can lead to an authorised BMW Motorrad re- ASC/DTC fault ( 150). tailer. Have the fault rectified as ASC/DTC fault quickly as possible by a spe- lights up.
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Have the fault rectified as not available. quickly as possible by a spe- Possible cause: cialist workshop, preferably an with shift assistant Pro authorised BMW Motorrad re- The gearbox sensor is not fully tailer. trained. Select neutral and allow Fuel down to reserve the engine to idle for at least Fuel reserve reached.
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Operating hazard warning viced regularly by a specialist flashers ( 72). workshop, preferably by an Service display authorised BMW Motorrad re- If service is overdue, the tailer. due date or the odometer The vehicle remains oper- reading at which service was...
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Service is overdue because of the driving performance or the date. Have your motorcycle ser- viced regularly by a specialist workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The vehicle remains oper- ationally reliable and road- worthy. The vehicle retains its value.
Consult a specialist work- Engine can be started. shop, preferably an authorised Pre-Ride-Check is performed. BMW Motorrad retailer. 129) ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Engaging steering lock gress. ( 130)
Switching off ignition You receive one radio-operated key and one spare key. If a key is lost or mislaid, consult the notes on the electronic immob- iliser (EWS) ( 65). Ignition, fuel filler cap and anti- theft alarm system all work with the radio-operated key.
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OPERATION Engaging steering lock Requirement Handlebars are turned to the left. Radio-operated key is within range. There are two ways of activ- ating the ignition. Version 1: Short-press button 1. Side lights and all function circuits are switched on. Press and hold down but- with daytime riding light ton 1.
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Pre-Ride-Check is performed. Battery of the radio-operated 129) key is empty or loss of the ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- radio-operated key gress. ( 130) If a key is lost or mislaid, con- ASC self-diagnosis is in pro- sult the notes on the elec- gress.
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OPERATION Time during which the DANGER engine has to be started. The unlocking procedure has Swallowing a battery to be repeated if this time is Risk of injury or death allowed to expire. An ignition key contains a button cell as its battery. 30 s Batteries or button cells, if Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
If you lose a key, you can CR 2032 have it barred by your Install battery cover 2. BMW Motorrad authorised Red LED in the instrument retailer. In order to have a key cluster flashes. barred you must bring along all...
OPERATION You can obtain extra keys only through an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. The ignition keys are part of an integrated security system, so the retailer is under an obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys.
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A changeover of the lan- guage for the emergency call can only be performed by the BMW Motorrad partner. The time until transmission The language assigned to the of the emergency call is dis- vehicle varies from the select- played.
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OPERATION possible to cancel the emer- gency call. If possible, remove helmet and stop engine. A voice contact connection to the BMW Call Center is established. Provide information to the emergency services using the microphone 3 and speaker 4. Automatic emergency call The intelligent emergency call is active after the ignition is switched on and reacts if a fall...
The emergency call is placed High-beam headlight and automatically without delay. headlight flasher Switch on the ignition ( 60). LIGHTS Low-beam headlight and sidelights The side lights switch on auto- matically when the ignition is switched on. The side lights place a strain on the battery.
OPERATION The vehicle's lights come The auxiliary headlights on for one minute and then have approval as fog switch off automatically. lights and their use is permiss- This can be used to light up ible in bad weather conditions the path to the house door only.
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The indicator light for the daytime riding light lights WARNING Switching on the daytime The low-beam headlight riding light in the dark. and the front side lights are Risk of accident Do not use the daytime rid- switched off. In the dark or in tunnels: ing light in the dark.
OPERATION Automatic daytime riding light The indicator light for the daytime riding light shows if the daytime riding light is WARNING active. The automatic daytime rid- Manual operation of the light ing light is not a substitute when the automatic system is for the rider's personal switched on judgement of the light...
If you press a turn-indic- ator button while the haz- ard warning lights are switched on, the turn-indicator function is activated instead of the haz- ard warning flashers and re- mains active until you release the button. The hazard warn- ing flashers recommence flash- Push button 1 to the left ing as soon as the button is...
OPERATION and warning light changes its Speed below 30 km/h: after status. 50 m distance covered. Immediately after button 1 Speed between 30 km/h and is pressed, ASC/DTC system 100 km/h: after a speed-de- status is displayed. pendent distance covered or in case of acceleration.
Immediately after button 1 ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION is pressed, ASC/DTC system ADJUSTMENT (DESA) status is displayed. OFF! with Dynamic ESA goes out; if self-diagnosis Possibilities for adjustment has not completed it Dynamic ESA (electronic starts flashing. chassis and suspension adjustment) provides a Possible ASC system status ON convenient way of adapting is displayed.
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OPERATION The settings for damping 2 and Selection arrow 4 is displayed. spring preload 3 are displayed. The selection arrow 4 dis- The setting shows briefly, appears after the status is then disappears automatic- changed. The following settings are avail- ally.
1. The following settings are avail- able: RIDING MODE One-up riding Using riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed One-up with luggage operational scenarios for your motorcycle from which you can Two-up (with luggage) select the scenario suitable for...
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OPERATION with Dynamic ESA If more than four riding The chassis and suspension modes are preselected, settings can also be adapted in this message is displayed: the selected scenario. Action not possible. Max. number reached. Riding-mode preselection The list of preselected riding with riding modes Pro modes is retained in memory, Riding mode preselection is...
mode is activated after approximately 2 seconds. The following conditions must be satisfied for activation of a new riding mode while riding: Throttle grip is in idle posi- tion. Brake is not applied. Cruise control is deactivated. The selected riding mode is Repeatedly press button 1 un- retained with the engine-char- til the riding mode you want...
OPERATION Resetting riding mode settings Configure DYNAMIC PRO 79). riding mode Select and confirm. Reset The following factory settings apply for DYNAMIC PRO rid- ing mode DYNAMIC PRO system has been DYNAMIC Engine selected. The current setting is Engine DYNAMIC displayed as a diagram 1 with CRUISE CONTROL explanatory texts relating to the...
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Display when adjusting Setting road speed settings (Speed Limit Info active) Short-push button 1 forward. Adjustment range for The symbol 1 for cruise control cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride 30...210 km/h view and the top status line. Indicator light for cruise Switching on cruise control control comes on.
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OPERATION The vehicle accelerates Resuming former cruising smoothly. speed The current speed is main- tained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again. Decelerating Short-push button 1 back to return to the speed saved be- forehand. Opening the throttle does not deactivate cruise con- Short-push button 1 back.
Button 2 is disabled. demonstrated by the shift light with it briefly lighting up SHIFT LIGHT or flashing. with riding modes Pro ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) Switching shift light on and Activation with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Switch on the ignition ( 60).
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An alarm lasts for approx- Motion sensor has been imately 26 seconds. While deactivated. an alarm is in progress an alarm tone sounds and the turn indicators flash. The type of acoustic alarm tone can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer.
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with Keyless Ride Deactivation with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Switch on the ignition ( 60). Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed). DWA has been switched off. with Keyless Ride You can cancel an alarm at any time by pressing button 2 on the radio-operated key;...
OPERATION Customising anti-theft alarm : In addition to Arming tone settings turn indicators flashing, alarm tone sounds as confirmation of Switch on the ignition ( 60). Navigate to activation/deactivation of the Settings DWA. Vehicle settings Alarm : Auto- Arm automatically system The following settings are matic activation of the alarm...
The increase in power Low heating power consumption caused by having the heated handlebar The selected heating stage grips switched on can drain the will be saved if you allow battery if you are riding at low a certain length of time to engine speeds.
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OPERATION Slightly raise seat 2 in direc- tion of arrow 4. Work seat 2 in direction of arrow 5 to disengage it from holder 3. Lay seat 2 on a clean surface. Installing seat Work seat 2 in direction of arrow 4 to engage it in hold- ers 3.
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE DISPLAY SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMATION...
BMW Motorrad cident Connected app Operate those systems or The BMW Motorrad Connec- devices only when the traffic ted app contains usage and situation allows for it. vehicle information. For some If necessary, stop and oper-...
Multi-Controller functions e.g. those with iOS Turn the Multi-Controller up: operating systems, the Move the cursor up in lists. Adjust settings. BMW Motorrad Connected App Increase volume. must be opened before use. Turn the Multi-Controller Currency down: The TFT display may be up- Move the cursor down in lists.
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TFT DISPLAY MENU rocker button functions Operating pointers in the main menu Instructions given by the navigation system are displayed in a dialogue box if menu has Navigation not been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Short-press the top section of the MENU button: In Menu view: Change up one...
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Operating pointers in Display Pure Ride view submenus Long-press the top section of In addition to the operating the MENU rocker button. pointers in the main menu, Switching functions on and there are additional operating pointers in the submenus. Some menu items have a check box in front of them.
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TFT DISPLAY Calling up menu Moving cursor in lists Display Pure Ride view Call up the menu ( 96). To move the cursor down in 95). Short-press the bottom sec- a list, turn Multi-Controller 1 tion of button 2. down until the entry you want The following menus can be is highlighted.
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Call up the last menu used System status displays In Pure Ride view: press and The system status is displayed hold the MENU rocker button. in the lower area of the menu if The last menu used is called a function is switched on or off. up.
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TFT DISPLAY with tyre pressure control Riding time 1 (RDC) Information from the tyre Riding time 2 pressure control can also be displayed. Break 1 Select the content of the status line ( 98). Break 2 (Average) Speed 1 (Average) Speed 2 with tyre pressure control (RDC)
1000 revolutions per Requirement minute Vehicle is connected with a compatible mobile device. The BMW Motorrad Connected app is installed on the mobile device. shows Speed Limit Info the maximum speed permit- ted at the time, if this inform-...
TFT DISPLAY Range Recommendation to upshift The range readout 1 indicates The recommendation to upshift how far you can ride with the in 1 view 2 or in status line in- fuel remaining in the tank. This dicates the best time to upshift distance is calculated on the to conserve fuel.
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Set date format English (UK) English (US) Navigate to Settings Sys- Spanish tem settings Date and French time Date format Italian Select the desired setting. Dutch Confirm setting. Polish Setting clock Portuguese Switch on the ignition ( 60). Turkish Navigate to Russian Settings Sys-...
Interference can BMW Motorrad Connected App affect connections or connec- must be opened before use. tions can sometimes fail. Par- During the pairing process, the...
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The device's Bluetooth func- Select Pair new mobile tion must be active and confirm. device The device must be "visible" Mobile devices are being to others searched for. The device must support the The Bluetooth symbol A2DP profile flashes in the bottom Other Bluetooth-compatible status line during pairing.
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TFT DISPLAY chart in the section entitled Deleting connections "Technical data". ( 219) Call up the Settings Con- menu. nections Connect rider's and Select Delete connec- passenger's helmet tions Pairing ( 103). To delete an individual con- Select Rider's helmet nection, select the connection and con- Passenger helm.
MY VEHICLE Start screen Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( 100) Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear 173) On-board voltage 189) Tyre pressure, front 173)
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TFT DISPLAY Operating pointers The My Vehicle menu contains the following screens: MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tyre pressure control (RDC) TYRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS (if available) CC MESSAGE For more information on tyre Operating pointer 1: pressures and Check Control Indicators showing how far messages, see the section on you can scroll to the left or...
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Service requirements When the next service is due within less than a month or within 1000 km, a white Check Control message is displayed.
TFT DISPLAY Select Autom. reset ON-BOARD COMPUTER and con- Reset all values Calling up on-board computer firm. Call up the My vehicle is selected, Autom. reset menu. the trip computer is automat- Scroll to the right until the ically reset when a minimum menu ON-BOARD COMPUTER of 6 hours have passed and...
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BMW Motorrad Connected App Navigate to Navigation must be opened before use. Favourites Select and confirm destina- Entering destination address tion. Connect mobile device Select Start guidance 103). Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app and start the route guidance.
TFT DISPLAY Entering special destinations Ending route guidance Special destinations, such as Call up the Navigation points of interest, can be dis- Active route guidance played on the map. menu. Call up the Select Navigation End route guidance menu. and confirm. POIs The following locations can be Switching spoken instructions...
Shuffle Select Repeat Call up the menu. Media (current track) or BMW Motorrad recom- mends setting the volume TELEPHONE on the mobile end device for Precondition media and calls to maximum The vehicle is connected to a before setting off.
TFT DISPLAY Muting DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMA- During active phone calls, the TION microphone in the helmet can Navigate to Settings be muted. formation Licences Phone calls with multiple participants While a phone call is in pro- gress, a second call can be ac- cepted.
Adjusting headlight beam throw WARNING If, for a high load, the adjust- Adjusting the windscreen ment of the spring pre-load while riding is no longer sufficient not to Risk of falling dazzle oncoming traffic: Do not attempt to adjust Use adjusting screws 1 on the windscreen unless the left and right to adjust beam motorcycle is at a standstill.
SETTING WARNING Adjusting the handbrake lever while riding Risk of accident Do not attempt to adjust the handbrake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill. Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- wise to increase the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip.
If you want to increase spring SPRING PRELOAD preload, use the tool from the without Dynamic ESA on-board toolkit to turn ad- Adjustment juster knob 1 clockwise. It is essential to set spring pre- If you want to reduce spring load of the rear suspension preload, use the tool from the to suit the load carried by the...
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SETTING An uneven surface requires Turn the adjusting screw 1 softer damping than a smooth anticlockwise to soften the surface. damping action. An increase in spring preload Basic setting of rear- requires firmer damping, a suspension damping reduction in spring preload characteristic requires softer damping.
This applies even to short tion entitled "Technical data"). journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised WARNING BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to advise you on When a motorcycle with the correct clothing for every lowered suspension is cor- purpose.
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also the section entitled Lowering the motorcycle's "Accessories" ( 201). suspension shortens suspension travel. Ride comfort Payload per case might be restricted as a result. Be sure to adjust spring max 8 kg preload accordingly, particularly for riding two-up. with case Note the maximum permiss- Loading correctly ible payload and maximum...
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RIDING Spring-strut and shock-ab- Risk of burning sorber system not set up cor- rectly CAUTION Imbalanced load Engine and exhaust system Loose clothing become very hot when the Insufficient tyre pressure vehicle is in use Poor tyre tread Risk of burn injury Added luggage systems such When you park the vehicle as cases, topcase and tank...
Use only unleaded fuel Tampering Comply with all specified maintenance intervals. ATTENTION Tampering with the motor- ATTENTION cycle (e.g. engine manage- ment ECU, throttle valves, Unburned fuel in catalytic clutch) converter Damage to the affected parts, Damage to catalytic converter failure of safety-relevant func- Note the points listed for tions, voiding of warranty...
RIDING Check operation of the clutch STARTING 171). Starting engine Check the tyre tread depth 173). ATTENTION Check the tyre pressures 173). Sufficient gearbox lubrica- Check security of cases and tion only with the engine is luggage. running. Gearbox damage Every 3rd refuelling stop: Do not allow the motorcycle Check the engine oil level...
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Have the fault rectified as If the engine refuses to start, quickly as possible by a spe- consult the troubleshooting cialist workshop, preferably an chart in the section entitled authorised BMW Motorrad re- "Technical data". ( 218) tailer. Pre-Ride-Check The intervention of riding...
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(The motorcycle has to reach and ASC/DTC. a defined minimum speed for ABS self-diagnosis the wheel speed sensors to BMW Motorrad ABS performs be checked: 5 km/h) self-diagnosis to ensure its op- If an indicator showing an ABS erability. Self-diagnosis starts...
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Phase 2 DTC self-diagnosis Test of the diagnosis-com- BMW Motorrad DTC performs patible system components self-diagnosis to ensure its op- while the motorcycle is on the erability. Self-diagnosis is per- move. formed automatically when you ASC indicator and warn- switch on the ignition.
Have the fault rectified as Mileage until the first quickly as possible by a spe- running-in check cialist workshop, preferably an 500...1200 km authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Brake pads New brake pads have to bed RUNNING IN down before they can achieve Engine their optimum friction levels.
Pro clutch can cause a severe load-change reaction. Gear Shift Assistant Pro BMW Motorrad recommends For safety reasons, cruise disengaging the clutch for control is automatically shifts in these circumstances. deactivated when Gear Shift It is advisable to avoid using Assistant Pro downshifts.
RIDING other gearshift with the Gear BRAKES Shift Assistant Pro can take How can stopping distance be place. More detailed informa- minimised? tion on the Gear Shift Assist- Each time the brakes are ap- ant Pro ( 157). plied, a load distribution shift takes place with the load shift- SHIFT LIGHT ing forward from the rear to...
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Wet and dirty brakes front wheel can lock up. Wetness and dirt on the brake BMW Motorrad ABS prevents discs and the brake pads di- the front wheel from locking minish braking efficiency. Delayed braking action or poor...
RIDING ABS Pro Use on public roads with riding modes Pro ABS Pro helps make the mo- torcycle even safer for riding Physical limits applicable to on public roads. When the motorcycling brakes are applied because of an unforeseen hazard when WARNING the motorcycle is banked for Braking when cornering...
ATTENTION ATTENTION Additional weight placing Centre stand retracts due to strain on the side stand severe movements Risk of damage to parts if Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples vehicle topples Do not sit or lean on the Do not lean or sit on the vehicle while it is propped vehicle with the centre stand...
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Risk of fire and explosion Recommen- Do not smoke. Never bring ded fuel grade, a naked flame near the fuel F 900 XR A2 (0K41) tank. A different fuel grade can be used for the A2 version. See the more detailed information WARNING in the "Technical data"...
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with centre stand The "usable fuel capacity" Make sure the ground is level specified in the technical and firm and place the motor- data is the quantity that the cycle on its centre stand. fuel tank could hold if refilled after it had been run dry and the engine had cut out due to a lack of fuel.
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RIDING Waiting time for open- WARNING ing the fuel filler cap Escape of fuel due to heat- 2 min induced expansion if fuel There are two variant ways tank is overfilled of opening the fuel filler cap: Risk of falling Within the waiting time.
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BMW Motorrad re- is switched off. tailer. The "usable fuel capacity" specified in the technical...
RIDING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION Make sure that all compon- ents that might come into contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are ad- equately protected against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for Remove screws 1. this purpose.
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ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage Do not trap components such as brake lines or cable legs. At the front, secure the straps to the bottom fork bridge on both sides and tighten the straps. At the rear, secure the straps to the rear footrests on both sides and tighten the straps.
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GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (ASC/DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...
At this ficients of friction than a clean, instant the BMW Motorrad ABS dry asphalt surface. The lower must assume an extremely the coefficient of friction, the low coefficient of friction longer the stopping distance.
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BMW Motorrad ABS cannot sible that the BMW Motorrad provide optimum assistance on ABS will be unable to prevent all surfaces. the rear wheel from lifting clear The system is not optimised of the ground.
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If a fault message is issued on and momentum take over and account of exceptional riding even BMW Motorrad ABS is conditions, you can reactivate unable to counteract their ef- the ABS function by switching fects.
BMW Motorrad ASC/DTC is designed as an assistant sys- tem for the rider and for use on public roads. The extent to which the rider affects ASC/...
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Pro itive situations off-road or on If the electronic processor the track. The BMW Motorrad receives values for the bank ASC/DTC can be deactivated in angle that it considers implaus- these cases.
Sharp braking during sporty mode. riding. riding mode, DYNAMIC PRO In the same way as DTC can be set differently. BMW Motorrad DTC dynamic traction control, dynamic engine brake control compares the wheel circumferential...
ENGINEERING DETAILS velocities of the front and rear Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at wheels calculated from the regular intervals to ensure the wheel speeds and the tyre system functions correctly. radius. Dynamic engine brake Possibilities for adjustment control uses this differential to Damping modes compute slip as a measure of Road: Damping for comfort-...
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with Dynamic ESA In DYNAMIC PRO riding Dynamic ESA can be paramet- mode, ABS can be set up rised independently of the se- differently. lected riding mode. with riding modes Pro ASC⁄DTC can be switched off ABS Pro in each riding mode. The ex- In the RAIN and ROAD rid- planations below always refer ing modes, ABS Pro is fully...
ENGINEERING DETAILS Mode changes prevents the rear wheel from spinning whenever possible. The riding mode can be changed while the vehicle is with riding modes Pro stationary with the ignition on. Under the following Tyres precondition, it is also possible DTC is set up for on-road rid- to change modes while riding: ing with road tyres in all rid-...
How Dynamic Brake Control changed the position of the works throttle grip, Dynamic Brake Control steadily ramps engine The Dynamic Brake Control function assists the rider in torque back to the rider's emergency braking situations. requested level. Detection of emergency TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL braking (RDC)
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ENGINEERING DETAILS Time for transmission of The tyre pressures are measured values after shown in the display as vehicle comes to a stop: temperature compensated and always refer to the fol- min 15 min lowing tyre air temperature: An error message is issued if 20 °C wheels without sensors are fit- ted to a vehicle equipped with...
because the shift pauses are Example shorter. It is not necessary to close the The following value is shown throttle valve when shifting in the display: under acceleration. 2.3 bar When braking and downshift- ing (throttle valve closed), So pressure is low by: engine speed is adjusted by 0.2 bar blipping the throttle.
ENGINEERING DETAILS A change in the position of ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT the throttle twistgrip during with adaptive head light a gearshift can cause the Function function to abort and/or lead In addition to the bulbs for low to a missed shift. Gear Shift beam, high beam and daytime Assistant Pro provides no riding light, or side light, the...
DVD for your cure connection between bolt vehicle, available from your and nut or between screw and authorised BMW Motorrad component. Consequently, mi- retailer. croencapsulated screws are for once-only use and are not in-...
Width across flats 14 mm Adjust the mirror arm Installing front-wheel stand 116). Torx wrench, T25/T30 ATTENTION T25 on short end, T30 on Use of the BMW Motorrad long end front-wheel stand without Keys also using the auxiliary Adjust the spring stand...
The description of how to fit the rear-wheel stand cor- rectly will be found in the instructions for the stand. BMW Motorrad offers an aux- iliary stand suitable for every vehicle. Your BMW Motorrad See the instructions issued retailer will be happy to help...
Secure the vehicle, prefer- ably with the assistance of a second person, so that it Clean measuring area 2 with cannot topple sideways. a dry cloth Make sure the engine is at operating temperature and hold the motorcycle upright. BMW Motorrad recommends...
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MAINTENANCE Seat the oil dipstick on the oil To protect the environ- filler neck, but do not engage ment, BMW Motorrad re- the threads. commends occasionally check- Remove the oil dipstick and ing the engine oil after a jour- check the oil level.
Have the brakes checked Brake-pad wear limit, by a specialist workshop, front preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. min 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. Checking brake pad thickness, The wear indicators, i.e. the front brakes grooves, must be clearly vis- Make sure the ground is level ible.)
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BMW Motorrad retailer. minimum permissible thick- ness. Checking brake pad thickness, rear brakes Have the brake pads replaced...
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Checking brake-fluid level, Move the handlebars to the front brakes straight-ahead position. WARNING Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid reservoir, or con- taminants in brake fluid Considerably reduced braking power due to presence of air, contaminants or water in the brake system Check the brake fluid level in Cease operation of the...
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Have the fault rectified as cycle on its centre stand. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes WARNING Not enough brake fluid in...
3...5 mm (at the outer end of quickly as possible by a spe- the handlebar lever, handle- cialist workshop, preferably an bars in straight-ahead posi- authorised BMW Motorrad re- tion, engine cold) tailer. Clutch play is out of tolerance: Adjust the clutch play CLUTCH 171).
MAINTENANCE set the correct clutch play by unscrewing further. Checking the clutch play 171). Tighten lock nut 1 while hold- ing adjusting screw 2. COOLANT Checking coolant level Make sure the ground is level Specified coolant level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
Close cap 1 of expansion Tyre pressure, rear tank 2. TYRES 2.9 bar (tyre cold) If tyre pressure is too low: Checking tyre pressures Correct tyre pressure. WARNING Checking tyre tread depth Incorrect tyre pressure WARNING Impaired handling charac- teristics of the motorcycle, Riding with badly worn tyres shorter useful tyre life Risk of accident due to im-...
The sensor rings are essential Tyre recommendation for correct road-speed calcula- For each size of tyre, tion, and they too must match BMW Motorrad tests and the motorcycle's control sys- classifies as roadworthy certain tems and consequently cannot makes. BMW Motorrad cannot be changed.
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Removing front wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Force brake pads 5 slightly apart by rocking brake cal- iper 6 back and forth against brake disc 7. Remove screw 1 and remove ATTENTION the wheel speed sensor from its bore.
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MAINTENANCE ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on at- tempt to install the brake cal- iper or because brake pads have to be forced apart Do not operate the brakes Remove axle screw 8. with a brake caliper not cor- Slacken left axle clamping rectly secured.
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Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Remove spacing bushing 12 BMW Motorrad dealer. from the left-hand side of the wheel hub. Installing front wheel WARNING Use of a non-standard wheel...
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MAINTENANCE Raise the front wheel and in- sert quick-release axle 11 un- ATTENTION til seated. Front wheel installed wrong Remove front-wheel stand way round and firmly compress front Risk of accident forks several times. Do not Note direction-of-rotation operate the brake lever in this arrows on tyre or rim.
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Clamp of quick-release Clamp of quick-release axle axle Tightening sequence: Tighten Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate screws six times in alternate sequence sequence M8 x 35 M8 x 35 19 Nm 19 Nm Position left and right brake calipers on the brake discs.
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MAINTENANCE Remove the adhesive tape Wheel-speed sensor, from the wheel rim. front, to fork leg Thread-locking compound: WARNING micro-encapsulated Brake pads not lying against 8 Nm the brake disc Remove the front-wheel Risk of accident due to stand. delayed braking effect. without centre stand Before driving, check that Remove the auxiliary stand.
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Slip wooden chocks or sim- ilar under the rear wheel to prevent it from dropping out after the quick-release axle has been removed. Remove axle nut 4 and washer 5. Back off adjusting screws 7 on both sides. Remove chain tensioner 6 and push the axle forward as far Press the brake caliper 1 as it will go.
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Roll the rear wheel to the rear BMW Motorrad dealer. and clear of the swinging arm Roll the rear wheel on the and at the same time pull support into the swinging arm...
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Insert the brake-caliper car- Roll the rear wheel as far for- rier 1 into guide 2. ward as possible and loop chain 7 over the sprocket. Roll the rear wheel farther into the swinging arm, while Insert right chain tensioner 6 pushing brake-caliper car- into the swinging arm.
MAINTENANCE WARNING Brake pads not lying against the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect. Before driving, check that the brakes respond without delay. Insert left chain tensioner 4. Install washer 3 and axle After completing work, op- nut 2, but do not tighten yet.
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To prolong chain life, BMW Motorrad recommends with low-slung the use of BMW Motorrad 30...40 mm (Motorcycle with chain lubricant, or: no weight applied, supported on its side stand) Lubricant...
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MAINTENANCE Tighten quick-release axle nut 1 to the specified torque. Rear quick-release axle in swinging arm M24 x 1.5 Thread-locking compound: mechanical 100 Nm Check whether the third marker line 1 can be fully seen. Check chain length if the third marker line 1 can be fully seen: Engage 1st gear.
LIGHTING maximum permissible length: Replacing LED light sources Consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised WARNING BMW Motorrad retailer. Vehicle overlooked in traffic due to failure of the lights on the vehicle Safety risk Always replace a faulty bulb at the earliest possible op- portunity.
MAINTENANCE JUMP-STARTING ATTENTION CAUTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and Touching live parts of the vehicle ignition system when the Risk of short-circuit engine is running Use jump leads fitted with Electric shock fully insulated crocodile clips Do not touch parts of the at both ends.
Begin by connecting one end second lead from the positive of the red jump lead to the terminals. positive terminal of the dis- Do not use proprietary charged battery and the other start-assist sprays or other end to the positive terminal products to start the engine.
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BMW Motorrad has de- ATTENTION veloped a float charger Unsuitable chargers connec- specially designed for com- ted to a socket...
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that is not compatible with your motorcycle's electronics. ATTENTION In this case, directly charge Recharging a fully dis- the battery at the terminals charged battery via the of the battery that has been power socket or extra disconnected from the vehicle. socket Charging battery when Damage to the vehicle elec-...
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MAINTENANCE Installing battery If the vehicle has been disconnected from the battery for a significant time, the current date will have to be entered in the instrument cluster to guarantee correct operation of the service display. Switch off the ignition. Insert the battery into the bat- ATTENTION tery compartment, with the...
If applicable, switch on the anti-theft alarm. If fuse defects recur fre- quently have the electric Install the seat ( 88). circuits checked by a specialist Set the clock ( 101). workshop, preferably an au- Set the date ( 100). thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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1 or 2. If fuse defects recur fre- quently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Fuse box 10 A (Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic...
Do not disconnect the system. diagnostic socket or allow it to be disconnected except in the course of a BMW Motorrad service by a specialist workshop or by other authorised persons. Have the work carried out by appropriately trained per- sonnel.
Use of other-make products tion and use regulations applic- Safety risk BMW Motorrad cannot ex- able in your country. Your authorised amine or test each product BMW Motorrad retailer of outside origin to ensure...
accessory remains operational if the ignition is subsequently switched off. The power sock- ets are switched off approx- imately 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off, in order to prevent overloading of the on-board electrical system. Low-wattage electrical Turn key 1 counter-clockwise accessories might not be to the OPEN position.
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ACCESSORIES simultaneously close the case Then lift the case out of bot- lid. tom mount 2. The lid engages with an aud- Installing touring cases ible click. with case holder, left/right Turn key 1 in the case lock with touring cases to the position in which it is parallel with the direction of travel and remove the key.
holders 4 and seat the case Turn the key in the case lock against latch 2. to the position in which it is parallel with the direction of travel and remove the key. Maximum payload and maximum speed with case holder, left/right with touring cases Note the maximum payload and the maximum permissible...
ACCESSORIES TOPCASE Opening topcase with topcase with luggage carrier Ease soft case 1 in direction of arrow 1 until it disengages from latch 2. Then lift soft case 1 in direction of arrow 2 and disengage it from retain- Turn key 1 counter-clock- ing lugs 3.
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Closing topcase Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and with topcase with luggage carrier remove the key from the lock. Removing topcase with topcase with luggage carrier Pull release lever 1 all the way Close the lid of the topcase and hold it down.
2. Securing navigation device Navigation prepara- tion is suitable from BMW Motorrad Navigator IV. The latching system of the Mount Cradle is not designed to protect against theft. Always remove the navigation...
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The navigation device is se- cured and the ignition key can be removed. Removing navigation device and installing cover ATTENTION Dust and dirt on the Turn ignition key 1 counter- Mount Cradle contacts clockwise. Damaged contacts Pull the lock retainer 2 to the Always reinstall the cover as left.
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ACCESSORIES If the BMW Motorrad Navigator is installed and the operating focus is switched to the Navig- ator ( 97), some of its func- tions can be operated without the rider removing a hand from the handlebars. Insert cover 1 in the lower section and swing to the top with a rotational movement.
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Map view Home: Starts navigation to Compass home address (greyed if Mediaplayer no home address has been BMW special menu defined). My Motorcycle page Mute: Switch automatic nav- igation announcements off Long-tilting Multi-Controller 1 or on (off: a crossed-out lips to the left and right symbol appears in the top line Activate certain functions on...
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ACCESSORIES The Mediaplayer function If a BMW Motorrad com- is only available when a munication system is con- Bluetooth device complying nected, warnings are accom- with the A2DP standard panied by an acoustic signal. is used, for example a If there are two or more active...
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Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navig- ator V and the BMW Motorrad Navigator VI can be secured against unauthorised use with a four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock). If this function is activated, while the Navigator is cradled on the vehicle and the ignition is...
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED COMPONENTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINTWORK PRESERVATION LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE RESTORING MOTORCYCLE TO USE...
Use of strongly acidic or and care products you can strongly alkaline cleaning obtain from your authorised agents BMW Motorrad retailer. The Damage to vehicle parts Dilute in accordance with substances in BMW Care the dilution ratio stated on Products have been tested in the packaging of the clean- laboratories and in practice;...
Effect of road salt intensi- hard, scouring surfaces. fied by warm water Corrosion Trim panel components Use only cold water to wash Clean trim panel components off road salt. with water and BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner.
Damage to the rubber seals with plenty of water and Do not use silicone sprays motorcycle cleaner from the or care products that con- BMW Motorrad Care Products tain silicon. range. This is particularly important to counter the CARE OF PAINTWORK effects of road salt.
BMW Motorrad with low-grade fuel or if the solvent cleaner followed by vehicle is to be out of use for BMW Motorrad gloss polish for a lengthy period of time. More preservation. information is available from Marks on the paintwork are...
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The engine does not start: Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear Select neutral or retract the engaged side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not Select neutral or pull the clutch disengaged lever. No fuel in tank Refuel.
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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Rectification Navigation from the The BMW Motorrad Connec- BMW Motorrad Connec- ted app is opened on the con- ted app was not transmitted. nected mobile device prior to departure.
TECHNICAL DATA SCREW CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Wheel-speed sensor, front, to fork leg M6 x 16, Replace 8 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Front-wheel cover to telescopic fork M5 x 14, Replace 2 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Brake caliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 65 38 Nm Clamp of quick-re-...
TECHNICAL DATA FUEL F 900 XR A2 (0K41) Recommended fuel grade Regular unleaded (maximum 15% ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Fuel tank capacity approx. 15.5 l Reserve fuel approx. 3.5 l Fuel consumption 4.2 l/100 km, in accordance with WMTC...
BMW Motorrad retailer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle. BMW recommends ENGINE F 900 XR (0K21) Engine number location Crankcase top section, near oil/coolant heat exchanger Engine type A24A09A...
Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Idle speed 1250 ±50 , Engine at reg- ular operating temperature ENGINE F 900 XR A2 (0K41) Engine number location Crankcase top section, near oil/coolant heat exchanger Engine type A24A09A Engine design Water-cooled, 2-cylinder 4-...
TECHNICAL DATA FRAME Frame type Monocoque bridge-type steel frame Type plate location Frame, front left at steering head Position of the vehicle identi- Frame, front right fication number CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork Spring travel, front 170 mm, at front wheel with low-slung...
WHEELS AND TYRES Recommended tyre combina- An overview of currently tions approved tyres is available from your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com. Speed category, front/rear W, required at least: 270 km/h tyres...
TECHNICAL DATA Front wheel Front-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17" Tyre designation, front 120/70 ZR 17 Load index, front tyre Permissible front-wheel imbal- max 5 g ance Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Rear wheel rim size 5.50"...
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Length of motorcycle 2160 mm, over rear wheel with low-slung 2150 mm, over rear wheel Height of motorcycle 1320...1420 mm, over wind- screen, at DIN unladen weight with low-slung 1300...1400 mm, over wind- screen, at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 860 mm, using the hand lever with case...
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REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
SERVICE REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS with Canada export If you think that your motorcycle has a fault which may cause an accident, injury or death, you must inform the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) immediately and BMW of North America, LLC. If the NHTSA receives other similar complaints, it may open an investigation.
In order to help ensure BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE that your BMW is always BMW Motorrad has an in optimum condition, extensive network of retailers BMW Motorrad recommends in place to look after you and compliance with the mainten- your motorcycle in more than ance intervals specified for your 100 countries.
A MAINTENANCE WORK BMW Motorrad retailer or a BMW pre-delivery check specialist workshop can also Your authorised view data that is stored in the BMW Motorrad retailer electronic service booklet.
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uled date. It is to allow for these cases that a maximum odometer reading is entered as well in the confirmation of service. Servicing has to be brought forward if this odo- meter reading is reached be- fore the next scheduled date for the service.
SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Running-in check BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Engine-oil change, with filter Check valve clearances Replace all spark plugs Replace air-filter element Oil change in the tele- scopic forks Change brake fluid, entire system annually or every...
The tasks included in the BMW_Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance work applic- able for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Checking coolant level Checking/adjusting clutch play Checking front brake pads and brake discs for wear...
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SERVICE BMW pre-delivery check BMW Running-in Check carried out carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert...
SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, technical campaign work. Work performed odometer Date reading...
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SERVICE Work performed odometer Date reading...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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dress: DECLARATION OF CON- bmw-motorrad.com/certifica- FORMITY tion Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity under RED (2014/ Keyless Ride HUF5750 53/EU). Technical information Frequency band: 434,42 MHz Transmission Power: 10 mW Manufacturer Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str. 17, 42551 Vel- bert, Germany Hereby, Huf Hülsbeck &...
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APPENDIX Tyre pressure control (RDC) Hereby, Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst BC5A4 GmbH & Co. KG declares Technical information that the radio equipment type Frequency band: 433.895 - HUF8465 is in compliance with 433.945 MHz Directive 2014/53/EU. The full Output Power: <10 mW e.r.p. text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the Manufacturer...
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following internet address: Hereby, Bury Sp. z o.o. de- bmw-motorrad.com/certifica- clares that the radio equipment tion type WCA Motorrad-Ladesta- ufach is in compliance with Dir- TFT instrument cluster ective 2014/53/EU. The full ICC10in text of the EU declaration of Technical information conformity is available at the The ICC10in can operate in following internet address:...
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APPENDIX dress: bmw-motorrad.com/certifica- bmw-motorrad.com/certifica- tion tion Intelligent emergency call Mid Range Radar TPM E-CALL EU MRRe14FCR Technical information Technical information Antenna internal: Frequenzy band: 76 - 77 GHz Frequency band: 880 MHz - Nominal radiated power: e.i.r.p. 915 MHz (peak detector): 32 dBm Radiated Power [TRP]: <...
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment electronic United Arab Emirates immobiliser (EWS4) For all countries without EU Technical information Frequency Band: 134 kHz (Transponder: TMS37145 / Type DST80, TMS3705 Transponder Base Station IC) Philippiens Output Power: 50 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: BECOM Electronics GmbH Address: Technikerstraße 1,...
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Indonesia Taiwan 72790/SDPPI/2021 13349 低功 電波 射性電機管 辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低 功率射頻電 機,非經許可,公 司、商號或使用者均不得擅 自 變更頻率、加大功率或變更原 設計之特性及 功能。第十四條 Dilarang melakukan perubahan 低功率射頻電機之使用不 得影 Spesifikasi yang dapat 響飛航安全及干擾合法通信; Menimbulkan gangguan fisik 經發現有干 擾現象時,應立即 dan/atau elektromagnetik 停用,並改善至無干擾時方 得 terhadap lingkungan sekitarnya 繼續使用。 前項合法通信,指 依電信法規定作業之無線電...
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United States (USA) Canada Contains FCC ID: Contains IC: ODE-MREWS5012 10430A-MREWS5012 FCC § 15.19 Labelling This device complies with part 15 requirements of the FCC Rules and Industry This device complies with part Canada license-exempt RSS 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry standard(s).
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
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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: <...
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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...
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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.
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Regular, unleaded (controlled de- leaded pending on country) (max. 15% ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Recommended fuel grade F 900 XR A2 (0K41): see the section entitled "Technical data". Fuel tank capacity approx. 15.5 l Reserve fuel approx. 3.5 l Tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold...
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