Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad R 1250 RS 2022
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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) R 1250 RS MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
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Vehicle data Model Vehicle identification number Color number First registration License plate Retailer data Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Phone number Retailer's address/Phone (company stamp)
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YOUR BMW. We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the family of BMW riders. Familiarize your- self with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confi- dently in all traffic situations.
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GENERAL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Ignition switch/steer- Quick & easy reference ing lock Abbreviations and sym- Ignition with Key- bols less Ride Equipment Emergency-off switch Technical data Lighting Currentness of this man- Dynamic Traction Con- trol (DTC) Additional sources of Electronic chassis and information suspension adjustment Certificates and operat-...
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Displaying software TECHNOLOGY IN version DETAIL Displaying license in- General notes formation Antilock braking sys- tem (ABS) SETTING Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) Mirrors Dynamic engine Windshield brake control (MSR) Headlights Dynamic ESA Clutch Riding mode Gearshift lever Dynamic Brake Con- Brakes trol Footrests...
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Reporting safety de- Navigation system fects BMW Motorrad Service CARE BMW Motorrad Care products service history Washing the vehicle BMW Motorrad Mo- Cleaning sensitive bility Services motorcycle parts Maintenance work Care of paintwork BMW Service Paint preservation Maintenance sched- Store motorcycle...
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QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENTNESS OF THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING PERMITS DATA MEMORY...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special QUICK & EASY REFERENCE instructions and pre- This rider's manual has been cautionary measures. Non- designed to provide quick and compliance can cause damage efficient orientation. The quick- to the vehicle or accessories est way for you to find infor- and warranty claims may be mation on specific topics is to denied as a result.
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EQUIPMENT lected optional equipment, na- tional-market version or coun- When you ordered your try-specific measuring proce- BMW Motorrad, you chose var- dures. Detailed values can be ious custom equipment items. obtained from the registration This rider's manual describes documents or requested from...
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In addition, BMW Motorrad tion. cannot guarantee the total ab- DATA MEMORY sence of errors. We hope you will appreciate that no claims...
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Internet. locations that store the vehicle The vehicle owner can have user's personal data. a BMW Motorrad retailer or These locations may be: other qualified service partner or specialist workshop read out the data stored in the vehicle...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS stored beyond the period in The vehicle data is read out via which the vehicle is operating. the vehicle's legally mandated Electronic components such diagnostic socket. as control units contain com- Legal requirements for the ponents for storing technical disclosure of data information.
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The fault memory and event memory. data recorder in the vehicle can When a vehicle is serviced, be reset by a BMW Motorrad such as for repairs, servicing retailer or other qualified processes, warranty cases and service partner or specialist...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS as a smartphone, USB stick provider of the particular app or MP3 player. If this data is used. The range of possible saved in the vehicle, it can be settings depends on the par- deleted at any time. ticular app and the operating system of the mobile end de- This data is transmitted to third...
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data may be used in order to provide online services. The data is exchanged over a se- cure connection, i.e. with the vehicle manufacturer's IT sys- tems which are intended for this purpose. Any collection, processing and use of personal data that goes beyond the provision of ser- vices take place only as per- mitted by law, on the basis of...
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OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Clutch fluid reservoir 179) Fuel filler opening 140) Seat lock ( Passenger grab handle Passenger footrest Adjuster for rear damp- ing (at the bottom on the spring strut) ( 125) Rider footrest...
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OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Adjuster for spring Oil filler opening preload, rear ( 124) 173) Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil indicator for front wheel brake 172) 177) Behind the battery cover: USB charging interface Battery ( 194) 205) Jump-start terminal 192) Vehicle identification Diagnostic connector...
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OVERVIEWS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Fuses ( 198) Rider's manual Standard tool kit 171) Payload table Tire pressure table...
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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High beams and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning system DTC ( Dynamic ESA ( Auxiliary headlights Turn signals ( Horn Rocker button MENU 10 Multi-Controller Operating elements...
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INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN THE MENU VIEW INDICATOR LIGHTS...
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DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn signal, left ( High beams ( General warning light Turn signal, right ( DTC ( ABS ( Auxiliary headlights...
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TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Hill Start Control ( 14 Operating assistance Changing operating focus 15 Passenger seat heater Tachometer ( 16 Rider's seat heater Speedometer 17 Heated grip settings Status line ( Cruise control ( 18 External temperature Speed Limit Info ( warning ( Riding mode (...
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DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN THE MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( 14 Rider's seat heater Speedometer 15 Heated grip settings Cruise control ( Speed Limit Info ( 16 External temperature Riding mode ( warning ( Status line ( 17 Outside temperature Upshift recommendation 18 Menu area Gear display...
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Green CHECK OK 1: No mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, optimal values. Layout White circle with lowercase Warnings are indicated by the "i" 2: Information. corresponding warning light. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the Warning, value not optimal. general warning light in com- Red warning triangle 3: bination with a dialog in the...
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DISPLAYS White: (---) There is no valid If the icon 2 is active, you can value. Instead of the value, acknowledge this by tilting dashes 5 are displayed. the Multi-Controller to the left. Check Control messages are The evaluation of the indi- dynamically added to the vidual values is possible in screens in the...
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Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. External temper- ature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key outside re- in range. ception range lights up Keyless Ride mal- Keyless Ride yellow. function ( failure! lights up Replacing the...
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Anti-theft system battery is alarm batt. weak ( capacity low. Anti-theft alarm Anti-theft system battery alarm battery discharged discharged. DWA malfunction Anti-theft alarm system failure. lights up Low engine oil Engine oil yellow.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Tire pressure is Tire pressure the limit range of not at set- approved toler- point. ance ( is displayed in red. Tire pressure is flashes red. outside the ap- proved tolerance Tire pressure range ( not at set- point.
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights flashes reg- ABS self-diagno- ularly. sis not completed lights up ABS fault ( Limited ABS yellow. availability! lights up. lights up ABS failure ABS failure! yellow. lights up. lights up ABS Pro failure ABS Pro fail- yellow.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up DTC error Traction con- yellow. trol failure! lights up. lights up D-ESA error Spring strut yellow. adjustment faulty! Fuel down to re- Fuel has reached serve. Drive to the reserve volume nearest filling sta- tion is displayed in...
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up is displayed in yel- Service appoint- yellow. low. ment overdue Service over- due!
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Outside temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice, even TFT display. above Approx. 37 °F Engine heat can lead to spuri- (Approx. 3 °C) ous measurement readings of Risk of accident the outside temperature when At a low outside temper- the vehicle is stationary.
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Function lim- the engine will not turn off. ited. Change battery. Have any faulty key remotes Possible cause: replaced by a BMW Motorrad The battery for the radio- partner. operated key is no longer Keyless Ride malfunction charged to full capacity. Op-...
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If the malfunction persists or BMW Motorrad retailer. occurs without any consumers connected, have the malfunc- Voltage of the vehicle tion corrected as soon as...
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Rear right turn signal rected as soon as possible at faulty! an authorized specialist work- shop, preferably an authorized License plate light BMW Motorrad retailer. faulty! Have checked by a spe- Faulty light source cialist workshop. lights up yellow. flashes yellow.
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BMW Motorrad retailer. torcycle battery disconnected. The vehicle lighting has failed Contact an authorized service partially or completely. facility, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Contact an authorized service den at least min 6 mph (min facility, preferably an autho- 10 km/h) beforehand. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Engine in Neutral for at least DWA malfunction 20 seconds. Engine is at operating tem- with anti-theft alarm system perature.
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If the measurement is incom- Contact an authorized work- plete or the conditions speci- shop, preferably an authorized fied above are not fulfilled, an BMW Motorrad retailer. assessment of the oil level is not possible. Dashes ( ) are Engine temperature high indicated in place of the note.
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If the engine overheats more authorized BMW Motorrad re- frequently, have the fault tailer. corrected as soon as possible Engine overheated...
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BMW Motorrad re- It is possible to continue rid- tailer. ing, however the engine per- formance and engine speed Engine in emergency range may be impaired and operation mode not function as normal. lights up yellow. Serious fault in the engine...
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RDC sensor is not active shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) Tire pressure (The RDC sensor does not with tire pressure monitor...
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162) The target tire pressures can For more information about the be found in the following lo- BMW Motorrad tire pressure cations: control, see the "Technology in On the back cover of the detail" chapter starting on page rider's manual 161).
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Have the tires checked by a in the handling characteristics specialist workshop for dam- of the vehicle. age, preferably an authorized Adjust the driving style. BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: In the event of uncertainty about the driveability of the The measured tire pressure tire: is outside of the permissible Do not continue riding.
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Have fault eliminated at a 1 or 2 TPM sensors have failed specialist service facility, or there is a system fault. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Have fault eliminated at a specialist service facility, Possible cause: preferably an authorized The radio link to the TPM sen- BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Side stand monitoring faulty limited time. lights up yellow. Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an autho- Side stand monitor- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. ing faulty Onward Fall sensor faulty journey possible. Stop Fall sensor faulty. engine when stationary! Have checked by a Have checked by work- specialist workshop.
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(The motor- shop, preferably an authorized cycle must reach a specified BMW Motorrad retailer. minimum speed before the ABS failure system can check operation lights up yellow. of the wheel speed sensors: 3 mph (5 km/h)) lights up.
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The indicator and warning light authorized BMW Motorrad re- flashes longer than the DTC in- tailer. tervention lasts. This provides the rider with visual feedback...
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DTC self-diagnosis not Limited DTC availability completed lights up yellow. flashes slowly. lights up. Possible cause: DTC+ self-diagnosis Traction control routine not completed limited. Onward journey possible. DTC+ is not available, as the Ride carefully to next self-diagnosis routine was specialist workshop.
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You should also an authorized specialist work- take note of the additional shop, preferably an authorized information on situations BMW Motorrad retailer. that can lead to a DTC fault 154). DTC error Have the malfunction cor- lights up yellow.
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Switch off Hill Start Control. BMW Motorrad retailer. Operate Hill Start Control. Fuel has reached reserve volume Hill Start Control automatically deactivated Fuel down to reserve.
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Fold in side stand. shop, preferably an authorized Hill Start Control only func- BMW Motorrad retailer. tions when the side stand is Hazard warning flasher folded in. switched on Start engine.
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Have service performed reg- the battery was disconnected. ularly by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorized Service due BMW Motorrad retailer. is displayed in white. The operating and road safety of the vehicle remains un- Service due! Have a changed.
IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK IGNITION WITH KEYLESS RIDE EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH LIGHTING DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE PRO RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL SHIFTPOINT LIGHT ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (TPM) HEATING SEATS...
Please contact a specialist and turn it to position 1. workshop for this purpose, Parking lights and all function preferably a BMW Motorrad circuits are turned on. retailer. with LED additional head- light Locking the steering lock Auxiliary LED headlights are Turn handlebars to left.
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If you lose an ignition key, you Battery can be recharged can have it disabled by your using the onboard power authorized BMW Motorrad re- socket. tailer. The ignition key can be re- For this purpose, you should moved.
OPERATION keys are part of an integrated case), the vehicle cannot be safety system, so the retailer started. is under an obligation to If the radio-operated key con- check the legitimacy of all tinues to be missing, the ig- applications for replacement/ nition will be turned off after extra ignition keys.
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Ignition, lights and all electri- Version 2: cal circuits turned off. Briefly press button 1. To unlock the steering lock, Parking lights and all function briefly press button 1. circuits are turned on. with LED additional head- Turning on the ignition light Requirement Auxiliary LED headlights are...
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Ignition keys can only be EWS Electronic immobilizer obtained from an authorized The motorcycle's electronics BMW Motorrad retailer. As the monitor the data stored in the radio-operated keys are part of radio-operated key through a an integrated safety system, the...
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the passenger seat with the Replacing the battery of the radio-operated key. radio-operated key If the radio-operated key does with single seater not respond when a button is pressed for a short or long time: The battery for the radio-op- erated key no longer has full capacity.
OPERATION Battery type For Keyless Ride radio-oper- ated key CR 2032 Install battery cover 2. Red LED in instrument cluster blinks. Press button 1. The radio-operated key is Key bit folds open. working again. Press battery cover 2 upward. EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH Remove battery 3.
The engine can be turned off easily and quickly using the emergency-off switch. Press switch 1 forward to turn on high beams. Pull switch 1 toward rear to actuate headlight flasher. Engine turned off Headlight courtesy delay Operating position feature Turn off the ignition.
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OPERATION front door after the vehicle is Start engine. ( 131) parked. Roadside parking lights Turn off the ignition. ( Press button 1 to turn on the auxiliary headlights. The indicator light for the additional headlight lights Immediately after turning off the ignition, push button 1 to Press button 1 again to turn the left and hold it until the...
Press button 1 to turn on the Press button 1 to the left or hazard warning system. right to turn on the turn sig- nals. Ignition can be turned off. If the comfort turn signal is To turn off the hazard warn- turned on, the turn signal au- ing system, turn on the ig- nition as required and press...
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OPERATION Turn on the DTC Press and hold button 1 un- til the DTC indicator light Press and hold button 1 un- changes its behavior. til the DTC indicator light Immediately after the button 1 changes its behavior. is pressed, the DTC system sta- Immediately after the button 1 is displayed.
Auto suspension adjustments op- Fixed maximum spring set- tions for damping 2 and spring setting 3 are displayed. ting: Max BMW Motorrad recom- The display automatically dis- mends the chassis appears again after a short Auto and suspension adjustment.
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OPERATION Adjusting damping The selection arrow 4 goes with Dynamic ESA away after the changeover of the status. Turn on the ignition. ( The following settings are avail- able: : damping for comfort- Road able road travel : damping for Dynamic dynamic road travel At very low temperatures, un-...
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Adjusting spring preload The selection arrow 4 goes away after the changeover of the status. The following settings are avail- able: : Minimum spring set- ting (only suitable for one-up mode) : Automatic spring set- Auto ting (recommended chassis To adjust the spring preload: and suspension adjustment) Start engine.
RIDING MODE detail" Chapter ( 157). Use of the riding modes Riding mode preselection BMW Motorrad has developed riding scenarios for your vehicle The available riding modes can from which you can select the be preselected. Between two one matching your situation:...
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: For riding on rain- RAIN slicked roads. : For riding on dry roads. ROAD with riding modes Pro The following riding mode can also be selected: : For dynamic riding DYNAMIC on dry roads. : For dynamic The active riding mode 2 fades DYNAMIC PRO riding on dry roads, taking into the background and is...
OPERATION e.g. The throttle grip is in idle po- Caution! ABS set- sition. ting. The ABS indicator light flashes Brake is not engaged. irregularly. Adaptive cruise control is not You can find more detailed in- active. formation regarding road han- The riding mode selected and dling control systems such as its associated engine charac-...
Selection ( 157) The settings can be reset to factory settings: Reset the riding mode set- tings. ( Riding mode settings reset Select PRO riding mode. Select and confirm. Reset system is se- Engine The following factory settings lected. The current setting is apply to DYNAMIC PRO RID- displayed as a diagram 1 with...
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OPERATION Displayed value while Saving the speed adjusting (Speed Limit Info active) Briefly press button 1 for- ward. The icon 1 for cruise control is Adjustment range of displayed in the Pure Ride view cruise control (gear-de- and in the upper status line. pendent) Turning on cruise control 12...130 mph (20...210 km/h)
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Deactivating cruise control The speed is increased by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time Actuate the brakes, coupling the button is pressed. or throttle grip (ease the Press button 1 forward and throttle beyond the default hold. setting) to deactivate the adaptive cruise control.
OPERATION Cruise control is not de- HILL START CONTROL activated by accelerating. Display If you release the throttle grip, the motorcycle will deceler- ate only to the cruising speed saved in memory, even though you might have intended slow- ing to a lower speed. is displayed.
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Hill Start Control function 164) Turn Hill Start Control on and Turn on the ignition. ( Call up menu Settings hicle settings Turn Hill Start Control on or off. Apply brake lever 1 or foot- brake lever firmly and then Operating release again.
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OPERATION If the throttle grip is de- pressed as you are driving off, Hill Start Control Pro is de- activated automatically. is hidden. Hill Start Control Pro is deac- tivated. Apply brake lever 1 or foot- More information about the brake lever firmly and then Hill Start Control Pro can be release again.
Hill Start Control Pro can be . A flashing fre- Frequency activated by firmly applying quency of 0 Hz corresponds the handbrake or footbrake to continuous lighting. lever. Changes to the brightness During brake actuation for and the flashing frequency are approximately one second af- signaled by the shiftpoint light ter the vehicle has come to a...
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OPERATION the radio-operated key again with Keyless Ride during the activation phase. Turn signals flash three times. Confirmation tone sounds three times (if programmed). Motion sensor is deactivated. Alarm signal The DWA alarm signal can be triggered by: Turn off the ignition. Motion sensor Press button 1 on the radio- Switch-on attempt with an...
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3 blinks: ignition turned on blink. The type of alarm tone with unauthorized ignition key can be set by an authorized 4 blinks: anti-theft alarm sys- BMW Motorrad retailer. tem disconnected from vehi- cle battery with Keyless Ride 5 blinks: motion sensor 3...
OPERATION 30 seconds if Deactivate the tilt sensor Arm automati- is turned on. when transporting the ve- cally hicle to avoid triggering the Turn signals flash once. DWA. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed). : Confirmation Arming tone DWA is turned off. alarm tone after activating/de- activating the DWA in addition Adjusting the anti-theft alarm...
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then the switch should be The heated grips option switched back to the 1st level. can only be activated If no further changes are when the engine is running. made, the selected heating The increase in power level is set. consumption caused by To turn off the heated grips, the heated grips can drain the...
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OPERATION The selected heating level is shown in the display to the left of the heating symbols 2. Press the 1 button to close menu. HEATING To switch the heater off or on again using the previously selected heating levels, press and hold the 1 button.
Take off the passenger seat 2 SEATS and set it on a clean surface Removing the passenger seat with the upholstered side fac- Park the motorcycle, making ing down. sure the ground is level and Installing the passenger seat firm. ATTENTION Damage to components Damage to sensors, for ex-...
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OPERATION with upholstered side facing downward. Installing the rider's seat Remove the rear seat. ( with seat heating First slide the passenger seat 1 into the mounts in the rear area. Press passenger seat 1 down firmly at front. Passenger seat audibly en- Connect the plug connec- gages.
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Removing the hump cover Press the hump cover 1 down with single seater and lock it in place. Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm. Using the ignition key 1, un- lock the hump cover 2. Remove the hump cover 2 by unhooking the fixing mecha- nism 3.
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH® MY VEHICLE SPORT NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE DISPLAYING SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYING LICENSE INFORMATION...
Connectivity functions may be tem. limited. BMW Motorrad WARNING Connected App With the BMW Motorrad Con- Distraction from traffic con- nected App, you can call up in- ditions and loss of control formation about the vehicle and Risk of accident through the usage.
BMW Motorrad PRINCIPLE Connected App Operating elements With the BMW Motorrad Con- nected App, you can call up information about the vehicle and usage. To use some fea- tures such as navigation, the app must be installed on the mobile end device and be con- nected to the TFT display.
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TFT DISPLAY MENU long press up: Activate function to the left or In Menu view: Open back. Pure Ride view. After settings, return to menu view. In Pure Ride view: Change the operating focus to the naviga- In Menu view: Change a hier- tor.
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Meaning of the operating Meaning of the operating instructions: instructions: Operating instructions 1: The Operating instructions 1: The left end has been reached. current display is in a hierar- chical menu. One icon indi- Operating instructions 2: You can scroll to the right. cates one submenu level.
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TFT DISPLAY Switching functions on and Go to the menu Show Pure Ride view. ( Some items are preceded Briefly press button 2 down- by a box. The box indicates ward. whether the function is turned The following menus can be on or off.
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Moving the cursor in lists Go to the last menu used In Pure Ride view: Press and hold the bottom of the MENU rocker button. The last used menu is called up. The last marked entry is selected. Changing operating focus with preparation for naviga- tion system Go to the menu.
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TFT DISPLAY (e.g. 1) and the travel with preparation for naviga- TRIP on-board computer (e.g. tion system 2). The information with navigation system TRIP can be displayed in the upper Operating the navigation sys- status line. tem ( 213) with tire pressure monitor System status displays (TPM) The system status is displayed...
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Selecting content of upper The vehicle is connected to status line a compatible mobile end de- Go to menu Settings vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- Display Status line nected app is installed on the content mobile end device. Turn on desired displays.
TFT DISPLAY information is provided by the The warmer the engine, the editor of the maps in the navi- higher the speed at which the gation system. red engine speed range begins. Call up menu Settings When the operating tempera- Display ture has been reached, the red Turn...
tity is greater than the fuel Setting the date reserve. Turn on the ignition. ( The calculated range is only Go to menu Settings Sys- an approximate figure. tem settings Date and time Set date Upshift recommendation , and Month Year Confirm setting.
TFT DISPLAY ambient brightness falls be- with tire pressure monitor low a defined value. (TPM) Pressure Resetting all settings Temperature All settings in the Settings Consumption menu can be reset to the fac- tory settings. Setting the language Go to the menu.
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BMW Motorrad Connected App other wireless technology. before use. Connections can be subject During the pairing process, the to interference, can be briefly instrument cluster searches for interrupted or lost entirely. other Bluetooth-compatible de- Especially when several devices vices within its reception range.
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Connect the rider's helmet the instrument cluster, the and the passenger helmet Bluetooth connection may be Carry out pairing. ( 101) restricted. BMW Motorrad Select Rider's helmet recommends storing the and con- Passenger helm. mobile terminal above the fuel firm.
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blinks in the lower status line during pairing. Visible helmets are displayed. Select helmet and confirm. The connection is established and the connection status is updated. If the connection cannot be established, the troubleshoot- ing chart in the Technical data chapter may provide assis- tance.
TFT DISPLAY MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Layout ( Coolant temperature Range ( Odometer Service display ( Rear tire pressure ( Voltage of the vehicle electrical system 194) Engine oil level ( Front tire pressure...
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Operating instructions The following screens are in- cluded in the My Vehicle menu: MY VEHICLE Check Control messages (if present) ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tire pressure monitor (TPM) TIRE PRESSURE Operating instructions 1: tabs SERVICE REQUIREMENTS that show how far to the left Further information on the tire or right you can scroll.
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TFT DISPLAY Resetting the on-board Press MENU rocker button computer down. Select Go to the on-board computer. Automatic reset 105) Reset all values confirm. Press MENU rocker button is se- down. Automatic reset lected, the travel on-board Select Reset all values computer is automatically re- Reset individual values set if at least 6 hours have...
SPORT SPORT OVERVIEW Maximum DTC torque re- duction Current DTC torque re- duction Rotational-speed sensor Maximum angle of inclina- tion to left Current angle of inclina- tion during cornering for left and right Maximum angle of inclina- tion to right Current deceleration dur- ing braking Maximum deceleration...
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TFT DISPLAY Resetting the maximum values The maximum values for DTC torque reduction, angle of in- clination and deceleration are automatically reset after the ig- nition is turned off.
Entering destination address calls using a hands-free sys- Connect mobile terminal. tem. 102) Go to the BMW Motorrad WARNING Connected app and start the guidance. Distraction from traffic con- Call up menu in...
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FAVORITES Route criteria all destinations that have The following criteria can be been saved as a favorite in selected: the BMW Motorrad Con- Route type nected app. It is not possible Avoid to create new favorites in the Select desired Route type instrument cluster.
Connect the rider's helmet and the passenger helmet. 102) Go to the menu. Media The navigation can be read BMW Motorrad recom- out by a computer voice. mends setting the volume To do this, the Spoken for media and conversations via must be...
TFT DISPLAY Making a phone call Fast forward: Tilt Multi-Con- troller 1 to the right for an extended period. Fast rewind: Tilt Multi-Con- troller 1 to the left for an ex- tended period. Go to context menu: Press button 2 downward. Depending on the mobile terminal, the scope of the Go to the...
Telephone data Depending on the mobile end device, telephone data is trans- ferred to the vehicle automati- cally after pairing ( 101). : List of contacts Phone book saved in the mobile terminal : List of calls with Call list the mobile terminal : List of favorites Favorites...
SETTING MIRRORS Adjusting the mirrors Line up mark 1. Adjusting the mirrors with Option 719 Billet pack Move mirror body to the de- Classic II sired position by turning it. Adjusting the mirror arm with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II ATTENTION with Option 719 Billet pack Collision between mirror...
Adjusting the mirror arm Mirror on handlebars with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II M10 x 30 18 lb/ft (25 Nm) with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II WINDSHIELD Adjusting the windshield with Option 719 Billet pack Requirement Shadow II The motorcycle is stopped.
If there are doubts as to the correct headlight range, have the setting checked by a repair shop, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. CLUTCH Adjusting the clutch lever Position windshield on corre-...
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with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II with Option 719 Billet pack Shadow II Turn the adjustment wheel 1 into the desired position. The adjustment wheel is easier to turn when the clutch lever is pressed forward slightly.
SETTING GEARSHIFT LEVER with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II with Option 719 Billet pack Shadow II Clean the thread. Turn the foot plate 2 into the Adjusting the gearshift lever desired position. foot plate Install the new screw 1.
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with Option 719 Billet pack Classic II with Option 719 Billet pack Storm II with Option 719 Billet pack Shadow II Turn the adjustment wheel 1 into the desired position. The adjustment wheel is easier to turn when the brake lever is pressed forward slightly.
SETTING Adjusting the footbrake lever Clean the thread. foot plate Install the foot plate 2 in posi- with Option 719 Billet pack tion A or B as desired. Classic II Turn the foot plate 2 into the desired position. with Option 719 Billet pack Install the new screw 1.
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Remove screws 1. Install clamping block 1 in the Remove the footrest 3 from desired position A or B and tighten screw 2. the clamping block 2. Clamping block on footrest hinge M8 x 25 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Remove screw 2. Remove clamping block 1 from position A or B.
SETTING Remove and install the footrest on the other side in the same way. SPRING PRELOAD without Dynamic ESA Setting It is essential to set the spring preload to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase WARNING spring preload when the ve- Uncoordinated settings of hicle is heavily loaded and re- spring preload and spring...
Basic setting of spring preload, rear Turn the adjustment wheel in direction LOW to the stop. (One-up without load) Turn the adjustment wheel in direction LOW to the stop, then turn 15 revolutions in direction HIGH. (One-up with Turn the adjustment wheel 1 load) clockwise to increase damp- Turn the adjustment wheel in...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN SHIFTING BRAKES PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE REFUELING FASTENING MOTORCYCLE IN PLACE FOR TRANS- PORTATION...
(also see the chapter "Acces- journeys, and to every season sories"). of the year. Your authorized with topcase BMW Motorrad retailer will be Observe the maximum pay- happy to advise you and has load and maximum speed the correct clothing for every (also see the chapter "Acces-...
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Payload of tank bag WARNING Harmful exhaust gas max 11 lbs (max 5 kg) Danger of suffocation Speed limit for riding Do not inhale exhaust with large tank bag fumes. max 81 mph (max Do not run the engine in 130 km/h) closed rooms.
RIDING Danger of overheating WARNING ATTENTION Opening the radiator cap Risk of burning Engine idling for a lengthy Do not open the radiator period while at a standstill cap when it is hot. Overheating due to insuf- Check the coolant level ex- ficient cooling;...
Before every ride: STARTING Check operation of the brake Starting the engine system. Turn on the ignition. Check operation of the light- Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. ing and signal system. 132) Check the clutch function. ABS self-diagnosis is per- 179) formed.
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– this is the "Pre-Ride- at a repair shop, preferably an Check". Starting the engine authorized BMW Motorrad re- before the test is completed tailer. will cancel the remainder of the with riding modes Pro test.
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BMW Motorrad Retailer. Check wheel sensors while DTC self-diagnosis starting off. The operational readiness of blinks. the BMW Motorrad DTC is checked through self-diagnosis. ABS self-diagnosis completed The self-diagnosis runs auto- The ABS indicator and warn- matically when you turn on the ing light goes out.
Have the malfunction cor- rected as soon as possible Phase 2 at a repair shop, preferably an Check of the system compo- authorized BMW Motorrad re- nents with diagnostic capa- tailer. bility while the vehicle is in motion. BREAKING IN blinks slowly.
Mileage until running-in WARNING check Loss of adhesion of new 311...746 miles tires on wet roads and at (500...1200 km) extreme angles Brake pads Accident hazard New brake pads must be run in Always think well ahead and before they achieve their opti- avoid extreme angles.
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RPMs and attempt to Shiftpoint light shift gears without clutch control, it can cause a strong load-change response. BMW Motorrad recommends only shifting gears with clutch control in these riding situations. Use of the Pro Gear Shift Assistant should be avoided at RPMs within the speed limiter range.
Vehicle settings face is not possible. menu, see also the Operation Locking up of the front wheel 79) chapter. is prevented by BMW Motorrad BRAKES Integral ABS Pro. How do you achieve the Descending mountain passes shortest braking distance?
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RIDING Falling cannot be excluded After working on the brakes due to oil or grease residues. Although ABS Pro and When riding on dirty roads. Dynamic Brake Control represent valuable support and an enormous safety advantage WARNING for the rider when braking in an inclined position, they by no Poorer braking action due to means redefine the physical...
Center stand PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE with center stand Side stand Turn off the ignition. ( Turn off the ignition. ( ATTENTION ATTENTION Poor ground conditions in Poor ground conditions in area of stand area of stand Component damage cause by Component damage cause by tipping over tipping over...
Do not smoke. Never bring fuel injection system and a naked flame near the fuel the combustion area. Fuel ad- tank. ditives should be used when refueling with low-quality fu- els or during longer periods of downtime. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer can...
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ATTENTION Component damage Component damage due to overfilled fuel tank If the fuel tank is overfilled, the excess fuel will flow into the carbon canister and lead to component damage Open the protective flap 2. there. Unlock the fuel tank cap in a Only fill the fuel tank to the clockwise direction using the lower edge of the fuel filler...
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RIDING The "usable fuel quantity" specified in the technical WARNING data is the fuel quantity, which Escaping of fuel due to ex- can be refueled if the fuel tank pansion under exposure to was completely emptied, i.e., if heat with overfilled fuel tank the engine dies off due to lack Accident hazard of fuel.
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Requirement After-running period for After run-on time expires: opening the fuel filler Bring radio-operated key into reception range. 2 min Slowly pull up tab 1. There are 2 ways to open the The indicator light for the ra- fuel filler cap: dio-operated key blinks as Within the after-run period.
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BMW Motorrad re- can be refueled if the fuel tank tailer. was completely emptied, i.e., if the engine dies off due to lack of fuel.
Position the emergency un- locking 2. ATTENTION Install screws 1. Motorcycle tips to the side when raising FASTENING MOTORCYCLE Component damage cause by IN PLACE FOR TRANSPORTA- tipping over TION Secure the motorcycle Protect all component sur- against tipping to the faces against which straps are side, preferably with the routed against scratching.
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RIDING With single seater ATTENTION Fasten tensioning straps at rear on both sides of frame Pinching of components and tension. Component damage Tension all luggage straps Do not pinch components, evenly so that the vehicle is e.g. brake lines or wiring securely fastened.
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GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL (MSR) DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL (HSC) SHIFTCAM...
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS begin to lock and driving adapts the brake force distri- stability is lost, and a fall can bution between the front and result.
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If the ABS system has to re- from lifting off the ground. duce the braking force due How is the BMW Motorrad to the conditions described Integral ABS Pro designed? above, then vibrations can be felt through the brake lever.
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Apart from problems with the BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual Reserves for safety riding conditions can also The potentially shorter cause a fault message to be stopping distances which...
Further development of ABS lation in the range of the ABS to ABS Pro control is more uniform. In the past, the BMW Motorrad ABS system provided for Advantages for the rider a very high level of safety The advantages of ABS Pro for...
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Under the following un- road and racetrack use. The usual riding conditions, BMW Motorrad DTC can be BMW Motorrad Traction switched off in such instances. Control may be deactivated automatically. WARNING...
This case cannot be controlled trol compares the wheel cir- by the BMW Motorrad DTC. cumferential velocities of the Engine drag torque control pre- front and rear wheel. With the vents this unstable riding state.
Auto have to deal with adjusting the setting of spring setting and load. damping (recommended chassis and suspension BMW Motorrad recom- adjustment) mends the chassis Auto Min: Minimum spring set- and suspension adjustment. ting (only suitable for one-...
Max: Maximum spring set- with Dynamic ESA ting (only suitable for two-up Coordination of the mode) Dynamic ESA also depends on the selected riding mode. The Min and Max spring preloads may be selected by DTC can be switched off in any the rider, but they cannot be riding mode.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL responds to the DYNAMIC In the DYNAMIC PRO riding riding mode. mode, the ABS setting can be In the DYNAMIC PRO riding set differently. mode, ABS can be set dif- In the ABS setting ferently via the configuration DYNAMIC PRO, ABS Pro is 72).
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ECO mode In the ECO, RAIN, ROAD, and DYNAMIC riding modes, the The ShiftCam technology DTC setting corresponds to the bridges the gap between riding mode. maximum dynamics and maximum efficiency. While In the DYNAMIC PRO riding mode, DTC can be set differ- the full load cams make the ently ( 72).
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL switching threshold. The length DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL of the bar here represents Dynamic Brake Control the remaining load reserve to function the point of the switch to the The Dynamic Brake Con- full load cam. The color turns trol function is active in gray if the load requirement all riding modes.
Behavior in the event of Operation accidental activation of the A sensor located in each tire throttle grip monitors the air temperature If the throttle grip is acciden- and the inflation pressure in- tally actuated during emer- side the tire and transmits this gency braking (throttle posi- information to the control unit.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL the values shown in the TFT Tire inflation pressure ranges display. The RDC control unit distin- guishes between three inflation Tire pressure adjustment pressure ranges matched to Compare the RDC value in the the motorcycle: TFT display with the value on Inflation pressure within the the back cover of the operat- permissible tolerance.
For the system to detect the GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT rider's intention to change gear, with Gearshift Assistant Pro the gearshift lever previously Shift assistant Pro not operated must be moved Your motorcycle is equipped against the force of the spring with a Pro gearshift assistant by a certain amount of "over- originally developed for rac-...
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Downshifts Release thresholds Downshifts are assisted up to the speed at which the engine min 1550 min reaches maximum rpm in the 6th gear gear to be engaged. Over- min 1600 min revving is thus prevented. HILL START CONTROL (HSC) Maximum engine speed Hill Start Control function The Hill Start Control drive-...
Stopping on a steeper slope In addition to indicator and increases the amount of brake warning lights, the following pressure built up. The brake vehicle behavior should make is a bit slower to release the rider aware that the Hill when riding off.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL ogy is a one-piece intake trip This allows for the actuation camshaft that has two cams of the intake valves depending per valve to be actuated: one on load and motor speed and, for partial load and one for full as a result, an uncompromising load.
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GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD TOOL SET FRONT WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES RIMS WHEELS SILENCER LIGHT SOURCES JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR...
For reinstallation, cables and shop, preferably your autho- wires that were cut free must rized BMW Motorrad retailer. be secured with new dispos- able cable ties. Microencapsulated screws Protrusions should be cut off The microencapsulation is a with cable tie pliers.
ONBOARD TOOL SET FRONT WHEEL STAND Installing front wheel stand ATTENTION Use of BMW Motorrad front wheel stand without addi- tional center or auxiliary stand Component damage cause by tipping over Screwdriver handle Place the motorcycle on a Use with screwdriver...
MAINTENANCE BMW Motorrad offers a suitable auxiliary stand for each vehicle. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer will be very happy to assist you in choosing the suitable auxiliary stand. ENGINE OIL For a description of the cor- Checking the engine oil level...
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Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain into the oil pan. BMW Motorrad rec- ommends occasionally checking the engine oil after a journey of min 31 miles (min 50 km) in order to reduce the environmental impact. Specified level of engine...
Engine damage system carried out by ex- Always make sure that the perts. oil level is correct. Have the brakes checked Top up the engine oil to the by a specialist workshop, specified level. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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In order to ensure the oper- ating reliability of the brake system, make sure that the brake pads are not worn be- yond their minimum thick- ness. Have brake pads renewed at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Have brake pads renewed at Conduct a visual inspection a repair shop, preferably an of the brake pad thickness. authorized BMW Motorrad Direction of view: from rear, retailer. looking at brake pads 1. Rear brake-pad wear limit 0.04 in (1.0 mm) (Only fric-...
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Checking the front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient or contaminated brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power caused by air, dirt or Check brake fluid level at water in the brake system brake fluid reservoir for front Stop riding immediately until wheel brake 1.
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If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking the rear brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level at...
If the brake fluid level falls be- low the approved level: Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. CLUTCH Check coolant level at expan- Checking the clutch function sion tank 1.
MAINTENANCE Topping up coolant TIRES Checking tire pressure WARNING WARNING Opening the radiator cap Risk of burning Incorrect tire inflation pres- Do not open the radiator sure cap when it is hot. Poorer handling characteristic Check the coolant level ex- of motorcycle, reduction of clusively at the expansion tire service life...
Have damaged rims checked Risk of accident due to and, if necessary, renewed by poorer rideability a repair shop, preferably an If necessary, replace the authorized BMW Motorrad tyres before the legally spec- retailer. ified minimum tread depth is reached. WHEELS...
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Mask off areas of the wheel please contact a specialist rim that could get scratched workshop, preferably a in the process of removing BMW Motorrad retailer. In the brake calipers. some cases, the data stored in the control units can be ATTENTION adapted for the new wheel sizes.
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Raise the front of motor- cycle, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front wheel stand, until the front wheel rotates freely. Mount the front wheel stand. 171)
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Remove the spacer bushing 1 specialized workshop, from the wheel hub. preferably an authorized Installing the front wheel BMW Motorrad retailer. WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series spec- ifications Malfunctions during control...
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ATTENTION Front wheel installation op- posite the running direction Accident hazard Observe running direction arrows on tire or rim. Roll the front wheel into the Install the screw 1 to the front suspension. specified torque. Brace quick- release axle on the right side at the same time.
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MAINTENANCE Clamping screw for Clamping screw for quick-release axle in quick-release axle in telescopic fork telescopic fork Tightening sequence: Tighten Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alter- the screws 6 times, alter- nating between one and the nating between one and the other each time other each time M8 x 50...
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on left and right to the speci- Removing rear wheel fied torque. CAUTION Brake caliper on tele- scopic forks Hot exhaust system M10 x 65 Burn hazard Do not touch hot exhaust 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) system. Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim.
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Install the lug bolts 1 to the torques checked by a specified torque. specialized workshop, Tighten rear wheel on preferably an authorized wheel flange BMW Motorrad retailer. Tightening sequence: Tighten crosswise M10 x 1.25 x 40 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) Install muffler. ( 190)
Remove screw 2 and Make sure ground is level washer 3. and firm and place motor- Remove muffler 1. cycle on a suitable auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recom- with sports muffler mends the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. CAUTION Mount the rear-wheel stand.
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MAINTENANCE Installing the silencer with center stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and put the motorcy- cle on its center stand. Lightly lubricate the inside of the circlip. Lubricant Loosen nut 1 to push the cir- clip 2 to the rear. Optimoly TA Push the circlip onto the si- lencer.
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Damage or loosening of screwed connections Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Tighten the nut 1 on the cir- clip 2. Clamp on silencer and exhaust manifold 16 lb/ft (22 Nm)
For details please ATTENTION contact a specialist service facility, preferably an Current too high when jump- authorized BMW Motorrad starting the motorcycle Retailer. Cable fire or damage to the motorcycle electronics All light sources on the vehi- Do not jump-start the mo- cle are LED light sources.
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Then clamp one end of the ATTENTION black jumper cable to the donor battery's negative ter- Jump-starting with a voltage minal 3 while connecting the higher than 12 V other end to the empty bat- Damage to the motorcycle's tery's negative terminal. electronics Run engine of donor vehicle The battery of the donor...
MAINTENANCE BMW Motorrad has de- BATTERY veloped a trickle-charger Maintenance instructions specially designed for compat- Correct battery maintenance ibility with the electronics of combined with proper charg- your motorcycle. Using this ing and storage procedures ex- device, you can keep the bat-...
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The correct charger is avail- is not being used, the battery able through your authorized must be recharged regularly. BMW Motorrad retailer. See the instructions for caring for your battery. Always fully Charge connected battery via recharge the battery before re- onboard power socket.
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MAINTENANCE Removing battery Insulate the negative battery cable 1 with adhesive strip. Turn off the ignition. Remove screw 1. Pull the retaining plate at po- Pull battery cover at top sition 1 outward and remove slightly forward at positions 2. it upward.
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Installing a battery If the 12 V battery is in- stalled incorrectly or the terminals are reversed (e.g. when jump starting), it can burn through the fuse for the alternator regulator. First press retaining plate into the mounts 1 and then press under the battery at point 2.
Set the date. ( Consult the fuse assignment diagram and replace the de- fective fuse. If the fuses are faulty frequently, have the electrical system checked by a repair shop, preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer. Insert connector 1. Install the rider's seat. (...
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Instrument cluster Alternator regulator Anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Have the fuse exchanged Ignition lock by a specialist workshop, Main relay preferably an authorized Diagnostic socket BMW Motorrad dealer. 7.5 A Multifunction switch, left Tire pressure control (T- Yaw rate sensor...
2 by Vehicle experiences malfunc- pulling it upwards. tions Do not have the diagnos- tic socket disconnected ex- cept during BMW Motorrad service by a specialist work- shop or other authorized persons. Have work carried out by appropriately trained per- sonnel.
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Insert the diagnostic socket 2 into the holder 4. The locking mechanisms 3 engage on both sides. Connect the bracket 4 to the mount 1. Make sure that the hook 5 engages. Install the battery cover. 198)
Your authorized Safety risk BMW Motorrad retailer BMW Motorrad cannot ex- offers you qualified advice for amine or test each product choosing original BMW parts, of outside origin to ensure accessories and other products.
Automatic shutoff Automatic shutoff The onboard sockets are au- The USB charging sockets are tomatically switched off dur- automatically switched off un- ing the starting procedure. der the following conditions: To relieve the electrical sys- If the battery voltage is too tem, the sockets are turned low to retain the starting ca- off 60 seconds after the ig-...
ACCESSORIES Closing a case Cables must not impede the rider. Cables must not restrict the steering angle and handling characteristics. Cables must not become trapped. CASE with touring case Turn the key 1 counterclock- Opening a case wise to the OPEN position. Press the clasps 2 of the case lid into the locks 3.
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Removing a case Attaching a case Turn the key 1 to the RE- Turn the key 1 to the RE- LEASE position. LEASE position. Pull the black release lever 1 Insert the case in the case RELEASE upward while si- carrier 1, then swing to the multaneously pulling the case stop and onto the mount 2.
ACCESSORIES Maximum payload and maximum speed WARNING Observe maximum payload and Improperly installed case. maximum speed. Impairment of riding safety. The following values apply to Cases may not shake and the combination described must be fastened play-free. here: If some play is determined Maximum speed for rid- after longer use, readjust the ing with case...
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Opening topcase Closing topcase Turn the key in the topcase Pull the release lever 1 all the lock to the 1 position. way up. Close Topcase lid and hold it down. Ensure that nothing gets trapped between the lid and case. The topcase can also be locked if the lock is in the LOCK position.
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ACCESSORIES Removing the topcase Installing the topcase WARNING Topcase not properly se- cured Driving safety is impaired Topcase must not shake and must be fastened clearance- free. Turn the key in the topcase Fold the carrying handle up to lock to the 1 position. the stop.
The navigation prepara- tion is suitable as from the BMW Motorrad Naviga- tor IV. The locking system of the Mount Cradle offers no protection against theft. Remove the navigation system...
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ACCESSORIES Remove navigation system Press in the locking mecha- and install cover nism 3. The Mount Cradle is unlocked with preparation for naviga- and the cover 4 can be tion system removed with a rotational with navigation system movement toward the front. ATTENTION Dust and dirt on the con- tacts of the Mount Cradle...
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In this case, please contact your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Mount the cover 1 in the If the BMW Motorrad Navigator lower area and swing upward is installed and the operating with a rotational movement. focus is changed to the Naviga- Cover audibly engages.
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ACCESSORIES BMW Motorrad communication Press the rocker button system. MENU 2 at the bottom In the BMW special menu: Se- Change the operating focus to lect menu items. the Pure Ride view. Briefly tilt the Multi- In detail, the following functions...
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The values available for selec- If a BMW Motorrad com- tion depend on the optional munication system is con- equipment that is installed. nected, an acoustic signal is...
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Security settings The BMW Motorrad Naviga- tor V can be secured against unauthorized use with a four- digit PIN (Garmin Lock). If this function is activated while the...
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING SENSITIVE MOTORCYCLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...
BMW Insect Re- products available at your au- mover to soften and wash off thorized BMW Motorrad re- insects and stubborn dirt from tailer. BMW Care Products painted parts before washing have been materials tested, the motorcycle.
ATTENTION an ongoing basis, contact a re- pair shop, preferably an autho- Use of unsuitable cleaning rized BMW Motorrad retailer. agents Damage to plastic surfaces Do not use abrasive cleaners WARNING or cleaners containing alco- Damp brake disks and brake hol or solvents.
CARE OF PAINTWORK particularly important in case of Washing the motorcycle reg- exposure to salt. ularly will help counteract the Use BMW Motorrad metal pol- long-term effects of substances ish for additional treatment. that damage the paint, espe- Radiator cially if your motorcycle is rid-...
STORE MOTORCYCLE or cotton ball. BMW Motorrad Clean the motorcycle. recommends removing tar stains with BMW tar remover. Completely fill the motorcy- Then add a protective wax cle's fuel tank. coating to the paint at these Fuel additives clean the locations.
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CARE Clean the motorcycle. Install the battery. ( 197) Observe checklist. ( 130)
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear Fold in side stand. engaged Gear engaged and clutch not Place transmission in neutral or operated disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling procedure. 140) Battery drained Charge the connected battery.
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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile end device be- transferred.
TECHNICAL DATA THREADED CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on tele- scopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Quick-release axle in telescopic fork M20 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork M8 x 50 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws...
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Footbrake lever Value Valid Foot piece on foot- brake lever M6 x 20 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) micro-encapsulated Footrests Value Valid Clamping block on footrest hinge M8 x 25 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Footrest on clamping block M6 x 20 / M6 x 12 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) Handlebars Value...
TECHNICAL DATA FUEL Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption.) (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Fuel level Approx.
JASO MA2, Additives (for instance, molybdenum-based substances) are prohibited, because they would attack the coatings on engine components, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.8 quarts (max 0.8 l), Difference between MIN and...
TECHNICAL DATA Compression ratio 12.5:1 Nominal capacity 134 hp (100 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min Torque 105 lb/ft (143 Nm), at engine speed: 6250 min Maximum engine speed max 9000 min Idle speed 1050 min , Engine at operat- ing temperature CLUTCH Clutch design...
REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear-wheel guide Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad Par- alever Gear ratio of rear-wheel drive 2.818 (31/11 teeth) Rear axle differential oil SAE 70W-80 / hypoid axle G3...
TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Design of rear-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring, adjustable rebound- stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESA ESA2 with spring rate adjust- ment Spring travel on the rear wheel 5.5 in (140 mm) Rear brake disc thickness 0.2 in (5 mm), New condition min 0.18 in (min 4.5 mm),...
WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combina- An overview of the current tions tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Speed category of front/rear W, minimum requirement: tires 168 mph (270 km/h) Front wheel Front wheel design Aluminum cast wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.50"...
TECHNICAL DATA Tire inflation pressures Front tire pressure 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-up mode 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Sporting Rear tire pressure 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with cold tires, one-up and two-up mode 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Sporting ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Electrical rating of onboard max 5 A, all onboard sockets...
Light sources Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indica- tors Light source for license plate W5W 12 V 5 W light ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM Activation time Approx.
TECHNICAL DATA Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 72.4 in (1840 mm), without heel rider at unladen weight with rider's seat, low 67.7 in (1720 mm), without rider at unladen weight with seat Sport 73.8 in (1875 mm), without rider at unladen weight WEIGHTS Unloaded vehicle weight 536 lbs (243 kg), DIN unladen...
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK BMW SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW MOTORRAD BREAK-IN SERVICE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
However, the NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems between you, your autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer or BMW of North America, LLC. You can contact the NHTSA by calling 1–888–327–4236 to reach the Vehicle Safety Hotline (Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting the...
BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE always in optimum condition, With its worldwide retailer net- BMW Motorrad recommends work, BMW Motorrad can at- that you comply with the main- tend to you and your motor- tenance intervals specified for cycle in over 100 countries your motorcycle.
An autho- services. rized BMW Motorrad retailer or MAINTENANCE WORK repair shop can view the data BMW pre-delivery check entered in the service history. The BMW pre-delivery check is...
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entered in the confirmation of service. If this odometer read- ing is reached before the next service appointment, service must be performed sooner. The service display in the multi- function display reminds you of the next service date ap- prox. one month or 620 miles (1000 km) before the entered values.
(including oil and oil filter (10000 km)(whichever change) comes first) Standard scope of every 2 years or Every BMW Motorrad service 12000 mi (20000 km) (whichever comes first) Engine oil change with filter At first after one year, then every two years...
BMW MOTORRAD BREAK-IN SERVICE BMW Motorrad break-in service The BMW Motorrad break-in service repair procedures are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance required for your vehicle may differ. Setting the service date and remaining distance Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic...
SERVICE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Motorrad Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic...
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BMW Motorrad pre- BMW Motorrad break-in delivery check service performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
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BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Oil change in engine with filter Oil change in bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air filter insert...
SERVICE SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional accessories and special cam- paigns performed. Work performed at km Date...
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CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE HUF5750 CERTIFICATE FOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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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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Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride Key For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF5750 Belarus Philippines Technical information Frequenzy band: 434,42 MHz Output/Transmission Power: 10 mW Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
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CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
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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 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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INDEX Brakes Abbreviations and symbols, 4 ABS Pro in detail, 153 ABS Pro depends on riding Displays, 46 mode, 138 Indicator lights, 47, 48 Adjusting the footbrake Self-diagnosis, 133 lever, 122 Technology in detail, 150 Adjusting the handlebar Ambient temperature, 33 lever, 120 Anti-theft alarm system Checking function, 174...
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Reprinting, in whole or in hands frequently when ser- part, is only permitted with vicing your vehicle. the written permission of Further information is avail- BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. able at: Original Rider's Manual, printed www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in Germany. passenger_vehicle...
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Important data for refueling stop: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption.) (max 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Fuel level Approx.
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