Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad F 850 GS Adventure 2021
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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL F 850 GS Adventure 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 Quick & easy reference 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 Warning indicators information Certificates and operat- OPERATION ing licences Data memory...
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Seat Brakes Parking your motor- cycle TFT DISPLAY Refuelling Securing motorcycle General notes for transportation Principle Pure Ride view General settings ENGINEERING DE- Bluetooth TAILS My vehicle On-board computer General notes Navigation Antilock Brake Sys- Media tem (ABS) Telephone Traction control Display software ver- (DTC) sion...
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Care products BMW Motorrad Washing the vehicle Service Cleaning easily dam- BMW Motorrad aged components Service history Care of paintwork BMW Motorrad mo- Paintwork preserva- bility services tion Maintenance work Laying up motorcycle Maintenance sched- Restoring motorcycle to use Maintenance confirm-...
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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...
QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM...
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.
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-...
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.
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...
GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Power socket ( 204) USB charging socket 205) Seat lock ( Adjustment of damping 119) Oil filler opening and oil dipstick ( 165)
GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Adjustment of spring pre- load ( 118) 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)
GENERAL VIEWS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Toolkit ( 163) Payload table Battery ( 194) Replace the main fuse 197). Diagnostic connector 199) Replace the fuses 198).
GENERAL VIEWS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( 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)
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INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW WARNING INDICATORS...
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STATUS INDICATORS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicators, left with additional head- light Auxiliary headlights High-beam headlight 68). General warning light Turn indicators, right Warning light, drive mal- function ( DTC ( ABS ( Manual daytime riding light (...
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TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Change of operating fo- 14 Heating stages, handlebar cus ( grips ( Rev. counter ( 15 Automatic daytime riding Status line ( light ( Speedometer 16 Outside temperature Riding mode ( warning ( Recommendation to up- 17 Ambient temperature shift ( Gear indicator;...
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STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW Speedometer 14 Outside temperature Cruise control ( warning ( Speed Limit Info ( 15 Ambient temperature Riding mode ( 16 Menu section Status line ( Recommendation to up- shift ( Gear indicator; "N" indic- ates neutral.
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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. 'General' warning light showing Red warning triangle 3: warn- in combination with a dialogue...
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STATUS INDICATORS 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 93).
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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- yellow.
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights 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 ( in the engine control! flashes.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Tyre pressure Tyre press. outside permitted control. Loss tolerance ( of pressure. " " Transmission fault lights up " " Sensor faulty yellow. or system fault Battery for tyre RDC sensor bat- pressure sensor tery weak.
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up ABS Pro failed ABS Pro fail- yellow. ure! lights up. quick- DTC intervention flashes. slow- DTC self-dia- flashes. gnosis not com- pleted ( lights up. DTC switched off Off! Traction con- trol deactiv- ated.
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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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STATUS INDICATORS 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 with additional headlight quickly as possible by a spe- Left additional cialist workshop, preferably an headlight faulty! authorised BMW Motorrad re- Right additional tailer. headlight faulty! Bulb faulty Have it checked by a lights up yellow.
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Consult a specialist work- spare bulbs if possible. shop, preferably an authorised Possible cause: BMW Motorrad retailer. Bulb faulty. Anti-theft alarm battery flat Visually inspect to ascertain with anti-theft alarm (DWA) which bulb is faulty.
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If possible, ride in the part- Consult a specialist work- load range to cool down the shop, preferably an authorised engine. BMW Motorrad retailer. In traffic jams, switch off the DWA can no longer be activ- engine, but leave the ignition ated or deactivated.
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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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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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30 km/h (The RDC sensor does not transmit its For further information about signal to the vehicle until a BMW Motorrad RDC, see the certain minimum speed has section entitled "Engineering been reached.) details" ( 155).
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Have the tyre checked for Risk of accident, degradation damage by a specialist work- of the vehicle's driving char- shop, preferably an authorised acteristics. BMW Motorrad retailer. Adapt your style of riding You can deactivate RDC accordingly. warnings for riding in off- road mode.
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30 km/h (The RDC by a specialist workshop, sensor does not transmit its preferably an authorised signal to the vehicle until a BMW Motorrad retailer. certain minimum speed has Sensor faulty or system fault been reached.) 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 Bear in mind the more lights up yellow.
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STATUS INDICATORS DTC intervention DTC switched off quick-flashes. lights up. The DTC has detected a de- Off! gree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to Traction control de- reduce torque. The indicator activated. and warning light flashes for Possible cause: longer than DTC intervention The rider has switched off the...
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You can continue to ride. cialist workshop, preferably an Bear in mind the more authorised BMW Motorrad re- detailed information on tailer. situations that can lead to a DESA fault DTC fault ( 150).
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Do not run the fuel tank dry. have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, Possible cause: preferably an authorised The fuel tank contains no more BMW Motorrad retailer. than the reserve quantity of fuel. Hazard warning lights system is switched on Reserve fuel flashes green.
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Have your motorcycle ser- viced regularly by a specialist Service due workshop, preferably by an is displayed in white. authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Service due! Have The vehicle remains oper- service performed by a ationally reliable and road- specialist workshop.
Consult a specialist work- Engine can be started. shop, preferably an authorised Pre-Ride-Check is performed. BMW Motorrad retailer. 127) ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Engaging steering lock gress. ( 128)
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) ( 63). 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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ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Battery of the radio-operated gress. ( 128) key is empty or loss of the DTC self-diagnosis is in pro- radio-operated key gress. ( 129) If a key is lost or mislaid, con- sult the notes on the elec- Switching off ignition tronic immobiliser (EWS).
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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 ( 58). 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 WARNING shows. 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 Speed below 30 km/h: after Immediately after button 1 50 m distance covered. is pressed, the DTC system Speed between 30 km/h and status is displayed. 100 km/h: after a speed-de- lights up. pendent distance covered or in case of acceleration. Speed over 100 km/h: after Possible DTC system status flashing five times.
goes out; if self-diagnosis Viewing suspension settings has not completed it starts flashing. Possible DTC system status is displayed. Release button 1 once the status has changed. remains off or continues to flash. Switch on the ignition ( 58). The new DTC system status Short-press button 1 to view appears briefly on the display.
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OPERATION : Damping for Dynamic dynamic on-road riding : Damping for off- Enduro road riding. Available only in ENDURO ENDURO PRO riding mode and cannot be adjusted in either of these riding modes. A message is issued if a set- Short-press button 1 to view ting is not possible in the selec- the current setting.
One-up with luggage RIDING MODE Using riding modes Two-up (with luggage) BMW Motorrad has developed operational scenarios for your motorcycle from which you can The following message is select the scenario suitable for displayed if it is not possible your situation:...
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OPERATION with Dynamic ESA If more than four riding The chassis and suspension ad- modes are preselected, justment can also be adjusted this message is displayed: in the scenario selected. 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...
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for example Warning! ABS & DTC setting See the section entitled "En- gineering details" for more in- formation on riding dynamics control systems such as ABS and DTC. with riding modes Pro The availability of the rid- ing modes depends on the ATTENTION custom configuration of the riding modes preselection...
OPERATION RIDING MODE PRO with riding modes Pro Adjustment option The PRO riding modes can be set individually. Configuring ENDURO PRO riding mode Switch on the ignition ( 58). You can browse through the Navigate to Settings available settings 3 and the Vehicle settings Driv- corresponding explanations 4.
Switching on cruise control CRUISE CONTROL Requirement with cruise control Cruise control is not available Display when adjusting until after you exit the Enduro settings (Speed Limit Info not or Enduro Pro riding mode. active) Slide switch 1 to the right. The symbol 1 for cruise control Button 2 is operational.
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OPERATION The motorcycle maintains Speed is reduced by 1 km/h your current cruising speed each time you push the but- and the setting is saved. ton. Push button 1 back and hold Accelerating it in this position. The vehicle decelerates smoothly.
ates only to the speed saved in Anti-theft alarm is active. with Keyless Ride memory, even if the rider inten- ded slowing to a lower speed. Indicator light for cruise control comes on. Switching off cruise control Switch off the ignition. Press button 1 on the radio- operated key twice.
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(if programmed). type of acoustic alarm tone Motion sensor has been can be set by an authorised deactivated. BMW Motorrad retailer. Alarm signal with Keyless Ride A DWA alarm can be triggered Motion sensor Switch-on attempt with an unauthorised vehicle key.
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Light signals issued by the if "Activation after ignition off" indicator light: is programmed. Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1 Turn indicators flash once. Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2 Confirmation tone sounds Flashes 3x: Ignition switched once (if programmed). on with unauthorised vehicle DWA has been switched off.
OPERATION When the vehicle is go- HEATED HANDLEBAR GRIPS ing to be transported, de- with heated grips activate the tilt sensor to pre- Operating heated handlebar vent the anti-theft alarm (DWA) grips from being triggered. Start the engine ( 127). : In addition to Arming tone The heating in the heated...
the grips quickly: it is advisable to switch back to a lower heat- ing power as soon as the grips are warm. High heating power Medium heating power Low heating power Turn the seat lock 1 to the right with the ignition key. Seat bench is unlocked.
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OPERATION Installing seat Work seat 2 in direction of arrow 4 to engage it in hold- ers 3. Press seat bench firmly in dir- ection of arrow 5. The seat bench audibly en- gages.
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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 ( 94). To move the cursor down in 93). 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 ( 96). 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 the Pure Ride view 1 or in fuel remaining in the tank. This the status line 2 indicates the distance is calculated on the best time to upshift economic- basis of average consump-...
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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 ( 58). 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". ( 225) Call up the Settings Con- menu. nections Connect rider's and Select Delete connec- passenger's helmet tions Pairing ( 101). 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 ( Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear 173) On-board voltage 194) 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 101). 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.
Have the headlights adjusted to the prevailing conditions by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. Headlight beam throw and Push protective cap 1 over spring preload the threaded fastener of the...
Adjusting windscreen If there are doubts about the correct headlight beam throw, have the setting checked by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Adjusting headlight beam throw WARNING Adjusting the windscreen while riding Risk of falling...
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.
you are going to stand on the footrests while riding. SHIFT MECHANISM Adjusting gearshift lever Push the tread 1 of the footrest to the left to unlock. Slacken screw 1. Turn peg 2 to the desired position. A peg that has been set too high or too low can lead to problems when shifting gear.
SETTING 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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Adjustment Damping must be adapted to suit the condition of the sur- face on which the motorcycle is ridden and to suit spring pre- load. An uneven surface requires softer damping than a smooth surface. Turn the adjusting screw 1 An increase in spring preload clockwise to harden the requires firmer damping, a...
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SAFETY INFORMATION REGULAR CHECK STARTING RUNNING IN SHIFTING GEAR OFF-ROAD USE BRAKES PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELLING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
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" ( 208). 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 topcase Note the maximum permiss- Loading correctly ible payload and maximum...
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RIDING instrument panel in the rider's Speed field of vision. If you ride at high speed, al- ways bear in mind that various Risk of poisoning boundary conditions can ad- Exhaust fumes contain carbon versely affect the handling of monoxide, which is colourless your motorcycle, e.g.: and odourless but highly toxic.
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Risk of burning Use only unleaded fuel Comply with all specified maintenance intervals. CAUTION Engine and exhaust system ATTENTION become very hot when the vehicle is in use Unburned fuel in catalytic Risk of burn injury converter When you park the vehicle Damage to catalytic converter make sure that no-one and Note the points listed for...
RIDING Tampering Check operation of the clutch 171). Check the tyre tread depth ATTENTION 174). Tampering with the motor- Check the tyre pressures cycle (e.g. engine manage- 173). ment ECU, throttle valves, Check security of cases and clutch) luggage. Damage to the affected parts, Every 3rd refuelling stop: failure of safety-relevant func- Check the engine oil level...
STARTING Starting engine ATTENTION Sufficient gearbox lubrica- tion only with the engine is running. Gearbox damage Press starter button 1. Do not allow the motorcycle The start attempt is auto- to roll for a lengthy period matically interrupted if of time or push it a long battery voltage is too low.
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ABS and DTC. Phase 2 ABS self-diagnosis The 'General' warning light BMW Motorrad ABS performs changes from red to yellow. self-diagnosis to ensure its op- erability. Self-diagnosis starts Phase 3 automatically when you switch All the indicator and warning on the ignition.
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(The motorcycle has to reach cialist workshop, preferably an a defined minimum speed authorised BMW Motorrad re- with the engine running for tailer. the wheel-speed sensors to DTC self-diagnosis be checked: min 5 km/h)
RIDING Brake pads RUNNING IN New brake pads have to bed Engine down before they can achieve Until the running-in check, their optimum friction levels. vary the throttle opening You can compensate for this and engine-speed range initial reduction in braking effi- frequently;...
SHIFTING GEAR load-change reaction. with shift assistant Pro BMW Motorrad recommends Gear Shift Assistant Pro disengaging the clutch for shifts in these circumstances. For safety reasons, cruise It is advisable to avoid using control is automatically...
RIDING OFF-ROAD USE ATTENTION After off-roading BMW Motorrad recommends Riding on unsurfaced or checking the following after dirty roads riding the motorcycle off-road: Increased brake pad wear Check the thickness of the Tyre pressure brake pads more frequently and replace the brake pads WARNING in good time.
Un- der these circumstances the BRAKES front wheel can lock up. How can stopping distance be BMW Motorrad ABS prevents minimised? the front wheel from locking Each time the brakes are ap- plied, a load distribution shift...
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RIDING Descending mountain passes WARNING WARNING Wetness and dirt result in diminished braking effi- Braking mostly with the rear ciency brake on mountain descents Brake fade, destruction of the Risk of accident Apply the brakes lightly brakes due to overheating while riding to remove Use both front and rear wetness and dirt, or...
Possibility of a fall not PARKING YOUR precluded MOTORCYCLE Although ABS Pro provides the Side stand rider with valuable assistance Switch off the engine. and constitutes a huge advance in safety for braking with the ATTENTION motorcycle banked for corner- ing, it cannot under any circum- Poor ground underneath the stances be considered as re-...
More Do not lean or sit on the information is available from vehicle with the centre stand your authorised BMW Motorrad extended. retailer. Extend the centre stand and Recommended fuel lift the motorcycle on to the grade stand.
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Recommended fuel ATTENTION grade Wetting of plastic surfaces with regular-grade fuel, un- by fuel leaded Damage to the surfaces (sur- Regular unleaded (maximum faces become unsightly or 15% ethanol, E15) dull) 91 ROZ/RON Clean plastic surfaces im- 87 AKI mediately after contact with Pay attention to the following fuel.
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RIDING Remove the ignition key and close the protective cap. Refuelling with Keyless Ride Requirement The steering lock is disen- gaged. Do not fill the tank past the WARNING bottom edge of the filler neck. Fuel is highly flammable When refuelling after run- Risk of fire and explosion ning on reserve, make Do not smoke.
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Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its side stand. with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. with Keyless Ride Switch off the ignition Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel 61).
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BMW Motorrad re- The "usable fuel capacity" tailer. specified in the technical data is the quantity that the...
Close the fuel filler cap emer- gency release ( 141). Closing fuel filler cap emergency release with Keyless Ride Requirement Fuel filler cap is in closed posi- tion. ATTENTION Vehicle topples to side when being lifted on to stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Secure the vehicle to pre- vent it toppling, preferably...
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RIDING 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 frame on both sides and tighten the straps.
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GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT...
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 DTC is de- gradient for the start of brake signed as an assistant system application. This slows the for the rider and for use on build-up of brake pressure to a public roads.
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Do not take risks that would The BMW Motorrad Traction negate the additional safety Control can shut down auto- offered by this system. matically under the exceptional...
DTC ENDURO riding. setting corresponds to the rid- ing mode. In the same way as riding mode, BMW Motorrad DTC dynamic ENDURO PRO DTC can be parameterised dif- traction control, dynamic ferently. engine brake control compares the wheel circumferential...
ENGINEERING DETAILS velocities of the front and rear Dynamic ESA function wheels calculated from the Dynamic ESA uses a ride height wheel speeds and the tyre sensor to detect movements in radius. Dynamic engine brake the suspension and responds control uses this differential to by adjusting the damper valve.
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with riding modes Pro up differently using SETUP with Pro riding modes 78). DYNAMIC ENDURO Rear wheel lift-off detection is ENDURO PRO activated in all riding modes For each of these riding modes, except ENDURO PRO. there is a matching setting In DYNAMIC and ENDURO for the ABS, DTC systems, for riding modes, rear wheel lift-...
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ENGINEERING DETAILS good. Assistance is less than corners and brief wheelies are in ROAD riding mode and also possible. In ENDURO riding mode, the instead, the system is set up DTC intervenes even later to achieve maximised braking than in the other modes and effect.
Close the throttle twistgrip. Behaviour during accidental Release the brake levers. actuation of the throttle grip Deactivate cruise control. If the throttle is accidentally opened (throttle grip posi- The desired riding mode is ini- tion > 5 %) during emergency tially preselected.
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ENGINEERING DETAILS Each sensor has a centrifu- Tyre pressure within permit- gal-force tripswitch that does ted tolerance. Tyre pressure close to limit of not enable transmission of the permitted tolerance. measured values until the mo- Tyre pressure outside permit- torcycle has accelerated to a ted tolerance.
Pressure adaptation Shift assistant Pro Compare the RDC value on the Your vehicle is equipped with display with the value in the the shift assistant Pro, which table on the back cover of the was initially developed for ra- rider's manual. Then use the cing and has been adapted for air-line gauge at a service sta- touring.
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ENGINEERING DETAILS and keep the shift lever in this Upshifting position until the gearshift is Upshifting is assisted until idle completed. It is not necessary rpm for the target gear to be to increase the force applied to selected is reached. This prevents the engine from the shift lever while shifting is dropping below idle speed.
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GENERAL NOTES TOOLKIT SERVICE TOOL KIT FRONT-WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TYRES WHEEL RIMS WHEELS CHAIN AIR FILTER LIGHTING TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR...
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 114). Torx wrench, T25/T30 ATTENTION T25 on short end, T30 on Use of the BMW Motorrad long end front-wheel stand without Remove the tank cover also using the auxiliary 191). 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.
Pull radiator cowl 1 from its Insert radiator cowl 1 into the brackets 2. brackets 2. The radiator cowl engages with an audible click. Open cap 1 of the expansion tank. Using a suitable funnel, top up Tighten the radiator cowl 1 with coolant until the level is screws from the inside.
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MAINTENANCE Checking tyre tread depth WARNING WARNING Tendency of valve inserts installed vertically to open Riding with badly worn tyres Risk of accident due to im- by themselves at high riding paired handling speeds If applicable, have the tyres Sudden loss of tyre pressure Install valve caps fitted with changed in good time be- rubber sealing rings and...
BMW Motorrad. Place the motorcycle on its Detailed information is stand on firm, even ground. available from your authorised Visually inspect the rims for BMW Motorrad retailer or defects. online from Have damaged rims inspec- bmw-motorrad.com/service ted by a specialist workshop...
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MAINTENANCE beforehand, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. In some cases, the data programmed into the control units can be changed to suit the new wheel sizes. Removing front wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Remove screw 3 and remove cycle on its stand.
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Mask off the parts of the Raise front of motorcycle un- wheel rim that could be til the front wheel can turn scratched in the process of freely. BMW Motorrad recom- removing the brake calipers. mends the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle.
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MAINTENANCE Roll the front wheel forward to remove. Remove axle screw 10. Slacken left axle clamping screws 11. Remove spacing bushing 14 from the left-hand side of the wheel hub. Installing front wheel WARNING Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions in operation of ABS and DTC Slacken right axle clamping See the information on the...
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Roll the front wheel into posi- of the fasteners checked tion between the forks of the by a specialist workshop, front suspension. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Lubricate the quick-release axle 13. Lubricate the running surface Lubricant of spacer bush 14.
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MAINTENANCE quick-release axle on the right side. WARNING Axle screw in front Improper installation of the quick-release axle quick-release axle Loosening of the front wheel M20 x 1.5 After securing the brake cal- 50 Nm ipers and relieving the front Tighten left axle clamping forks, tighten the quick- screws 11 to the specified...
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Tighten right axle clamping Tighten securing screws 6 of screws 12 to the specified the left and right brake cal- tightening torque. ipers to the specified torque. Brake caliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 45 38 Nm Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim.
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MAINTENANCE Front-wheel cover to telescopic fork Thread-locking compound: micro-encapsulated 3 Nm Remove the front-wheel stand. without centre stand Insert the wheel speed sensor Remove the auxiliary stand. into the bore and tighten Place the motorcycle on its new screw 3 to the specified side 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. Remove chain tensioner 6 and push the axle in as far 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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Roll the rear wheel farther Insert right chain tensioner 6 into the swinging arm, while into the swinging arm. Lubricate quick-release axle 5 pushing brake-caliper car- and install it in brake-caliper rier 1 forward at the same carrier 4 and the rear wheel. time.
Risk of accident due to To prolong chain life, delayed braking effect. BMW Motorrad recommends Before driving, check that the use of BMW Motorrad the brakes respond without chain lubricant, or: delay. Lubricant After completing work, op-...
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Checking chain tension If measured value is outside Make sure the ground is level permitted tolerance: and firm and place the motor- Adjust the chain tension cycle on its stand. 187). Turn the rear wheel until it Adjusting chain tension reaches the position of least Make sure the ground is level chain sag.
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If the chain has stretched to the cycle on its stand. maximum permissible length: Consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Check whether the third marker line 1 can be fully seen. Check chain length if the third...
Chain riveting is OK. If one or more rivet heads have twisted out of line: Consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. AIR FILTER Removing air filter Remove frame 4. Remove the tank cover Remove air filter 5.
If an LED Install the frame 4. light source is faulty contact a Button 3 latches. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Removing number-plate light Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
Remove bulb socket 1 from Insert the bulb into the socket. the bulb carrier. Insert bulb socket 1 into the Pull the bulb out of the bulb bulb support. socket. TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS Installing number-plate light Removing tank cover Replace the defective bulb. Remove the seat ( 85).
MAINTENANCE Remove screws 2. JUMP-STARTING Remove tank cover 3, noting the securing clips and retain- CAUTION ing lugs. Touching live parts of the Installing tank cover ignition system when the engine is running Electric shock Do not touch parts of the ignition system when the engine is running.
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Begin by connecting one end of the red jump lead to the ATTENTION positive terminal of the dis- Contact between crocodile charged battery and the other clips of jump leads and end to the positive terminal vehicle of the donor battery (positive Risk of short-circuit terminal on this vehicle: posi- Use jump leads fitted with...
BMW Motorrad has de- warranty claims are to be con- veloped a float charger sidered. specially designed for com-...
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The suitable charger is avail- battery terminals. able from your authorised With the battery connected to BMW Motorrad dealer. the vehicle's on-board elec- trical system, charge via the power socket. The motorcycle's on- board electronics know when the battery is fully charged.
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MAINTENANCE that is not compatible with your motorcycle's electronics. In this case, directly charge the battery at the terminals of the battery that has been disconnected from the vehicle. Charging battery when disconnected Charge the battery using a suitable charger. ATTENTION Comply with the operating instructions of the charger.
be entered in the instrument cluster to guarantee correct operation of the service display. Switch off the ignition. Insert the battery into the bat- tery compartment, with the positive terminal on the right in the direction of travel. Install negative battery cable 3 right way round, as illustrated 6, making sure that there is adequate clearance...
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Remove fuse box 1. Replace blown fuse 1. If fuse defects recur fre- quently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Main fuse ATTENTION 40 A (Voltage regulator) Install the seat ( 86).
DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR quently have the electric Disengaging diagnostic circuits checked by a specialist socket workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. CAUTION Fuse box Incorrect disconnection of the diagnostic socket for on- 10 A (Slot 1: instrument board diagnosis...
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MAINTENANCE The interface to the diagnosis and information system can be connected to the diagnostic connector 2. Securing diagnostic socket Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information system. Insert diagnostic socket 2 into holder 3. The locks 1 engage. Install the seat ( 86).
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 Automatic shutdown if the ignition is subsequently The USB charging sockets are switched off. The power sock- shut down automatically under ets are switched off approx- the following circumstances: If battery charge state is too imately 15 minutes after the low, to maintain the motor- ignition is switched off, in order cycle's start capability.
ACCESSORIES Make sure that cables do not Closing cases impede the rider. Make sure that cables do not restrict the steering angle or obstruct handling. Make sure that cables cannot be trapped. CASES with aluminium case Close the case lid. Opening cases Position locking claw 1 on the lid.
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Installing case lid Pull the case forward as far as it will go and then to the side Place the case lid on the case. Close one latch of the case to remove. lid. Installing cases Using the locked side as a hinge, open the case lid.
Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer if you cannot find your combination Turn key 1 anticlockwise. of vehicle and cases on the Push lock housing 2 up to un- label.
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Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination Place the topcase on the top- of vehicle and topcase on the case holder and push for- sign.
Insert navigation device 1 at Navigation prepara- bottom and pivot it toward tion is suitable from the rear. BMW Motorrad Navigator IV. The navigation device en- The latching system of gages with an audible click. the Mount Cradle is not...
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Operating navigation system The description be- low is based on the BMW Motorrad Navigator V and the BMW Motorrad Nav- igator VI. The BMW Motorrad Turn ignition key 1 counter- Navigator IV does not support clockwise.
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Increase MENU rocker button 2 or decrease the volume Switch operating focus to of a Bluetooth-connected Pure Ride view. BMW Motorrad communication system. In detail, the following functions In the BMW special menu: Se- can be controlled: lect menu item.
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1 which appears at selecting data. the top left in the map view. The values available fr selec- If a BMW Motorrad com- tion depend on the optional munication system is con- extras installed on the vehicle. nected, warnings are accom- panied by an acoustic signal.
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Navigator if of the nearest filling stations. desired. 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...
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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 M6 x 16, Replace 3 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Front-wheel cover to telescopic fork M6 x 16, Replace 3 Nm screw...
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Rear wheel Value Valid Wheel-speed sensor, rear, to brake caliper carrier M6 x 16, Replace 8 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Rear quick-release axle in swinging arm M24 x 1.5 100 Nm mechanical Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror (locknut) to clamping piece M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 22 Nm...
Please do not hesit- ate to contact your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle.
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TECHNICAL DATA Engine design Water-cooled 2-cylinder four- stroke engine with four valves per cylinder operated via rocker arms, two overhead camshafts and dry-sump lubrication Displacement 853 cm Cylinder bore 84 mm Piston stroke 77 mm Compression ratio 12.7 g/cm Nominal capacity 70 kW, at engine speed: 8250 min with power reduction to...
TECHNICAL DATA FRAME Frame type Bridge-type steel frame in shell construction Type plate location Frame, front left at steering head Position of the vehicle identi- Frame, front right by steering fication number head CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork Spring travel, front 230 mm, at front wheel...
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 V, required at least: 240 km/h tyres...
TECHNICAL DATA Front wheel Front-wheel type Cross-spoked wheel Front-wheel rim size 2.15" x 21" MTH2 Tyre designation, front 90/90-21 Load index, front tyre Permissible front-wheel imbal- max 5 g ance Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Cross-spoked wheel Rear wheel rim size 4.25"...
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Fuses All circuits are protected elec- tronically. If a circuit has been switched off by the electronic fuse, the circuit is once again active after having switched on the ignition and as soon as the activating fault has been elim- inated.
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Length of motorcycle 2300 mm, over number-plate carrier with low-slung 2290 mm, over number-plate carrier Height of motorcycle 1437...1492 mm, over wind- screen, at DIN vehicle kerb weight with low-slung 1315...1370 mm, over wind- with Sport windscreen screen, at DIN vehicle kerb weight with low-slung...
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 1950 mm, without rider, at heel DIN unladen weight with seat, low 1870 mm, without rider, at DIN unladen weight with low-slung 1830 mm, without rider, at DIN unladen weight WEIGHTS Vehicle kerb weight 248 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras (OE)
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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 if vehicle is used off- BMW Motorrad Service, road, annually or every standard scope 10000 km (whichever Engine-oil change, with comes first) filter for the first time after one Check valve clearances year, then every two years...
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 Checking or replacing air filter element (for...
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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 Checking or replacing air filter element (for...
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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 Checking or replacing air filter element (for...
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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 Checking or replacing air filter element (for...
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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 Checking or replacing air filter element (for...
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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 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...
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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: 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).
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Brazil cluster Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não For all Countries without EU tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e Technical information não pode causar interferência a BT operating frq.
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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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INDEX Brakes Abbreviations and symbols, 4 ABS Pro in detail, 148 ABS Pro depending on riding Engineering details, 146 mode, 134 Self-diagnosis, 128 Adjusting brake lever, 116 Status indicators, 50 Checking operation, 167 Accessories Safety information, 133 General notes, 204 Technical data, 233 Ambient temperature Display, 38...
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Cruise control Emergency call operating, 79 Automatically in the event of a Currency, 6 light fall, 66 Automatically in the event of a severe fall, 66 Damping Language, 65 Adjuster, 18 manual, 65 Daytime riding lights Notes, 11 automatic daytime riding operating, 64 light, 70 Emergency off switch (kill...
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