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  • Page 1 Service and Technical Booklet C1 200...
  • Page 2 Please note Warning: This symbol stands for precau- tions and measures which are essential in order to protect the rider or other persons from pos- sibly severe or fatal injury. Important: Specific instructions and safety precautions intended to prevent damage to the vehicle. Disregard- ing them may render the warranty invalid.
  • Page 3 Dear BMW C1 enthusiast For safety reasons and to main- tain the value of your vehicle, Have service and inspection regular maintenance intervals work carried out by specialists, have been laid down. preferably by your authorised Always keep to the specified BMW dealer's specially trained, maintenance intervals.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    BMW cannot assess every sin- gle product of outside origin in order to decide whether it can be used on or with a BMW vehi- cle without constituting a safety hazard. Nor is approval by an official technical inspection authority,...

  • Page 5: Maintenance Work

    Maintenance work is divided up into Service, Inspection and Annual Service. Inspection after the first 1,000 km (600 miles) BMW Running-in Check after the first 1,000 km/600 miles. BMW Service After the first 7,500 km (4,500 miles) and each additional 15,000 km (9,000 miles)(22 500 km, 37 500 km…/...

  • Page 6: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule Read out the fault memory with the MoDiTeC or Dis Plus unit Change the engine oil while at regular operating temperature and replace the 1) *) oil filter element Clean oil strainer and the magnetic oil drain plug. Change transmission fluid, (every 30,000 km/18,000 miles or 3 years) Check coolant, top up if necessary,...
  • Page 7 Grease driving variator (C1 only - not C1 200) Replace driving variator assembly 5,6) (C1 only - not C1 200, every 22500 km/ 14,000 miles) Check wheel bearings for play; replace if necessary Check that trailing link bearing has zero...
  • Page 8 Maintenance schedule Check freedom of movement of Bow- den cables, check for abrasion and damage Easy-lift mechanism: check operation of mechanism and check freedom of movement Check windscreen washer system; adjust nozzles if necessary and top up washer fluid in reservoir Check windscreen wiper;...
  • Page 9 3) Every 2 years at the latest 4) Every 3 years at the latest 5) C1 only - not C1 200 6) Every 22,500 km (13,500 miles) 7) Every 30,000 km (18,500 miles) 8) Every 37,500 km (23,000 miles)

  • Page 10: Confirmation Of Maintenance Work

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Service Pre-delivery Check 7,500 km Carried out in accordance with Carried out in accordance with manufacturer's instructions manufacturer's instructions at odometer at odometer reading reading Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature BMW Inspection BMW Inspection...
  • Page 11 Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Service BMW Service 22,500 km 37,500 km Carried out in accordance with Carried out in accordance with manufacturer's instructions manufacturer's instructions at odometer at odometer reading reading Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature BMW Inspection...
  • Page 12 Confirmation of maintenance work Annual Service Annual Service Carried out in accordance with Carried out in accordance with manufacturer's instructions manufacturer's instructions Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Coolant changed: Coolant changed: Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature Annual Service Annual Service Carried out in accordance with Carried out in accordance with...
  • Page 13 Confirmation of maintenance work Annual Service Annual Service Carried out in accordance with Carried out in accordance with manufacturer's instructions manufacturer's instructions Brake fluid changed: Brake fluid changed: Coolant changed: Coolant changed: Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature Annual Service Annual Service Carried out in accordance with Carried out in accordance with...
  • Page 14 Confirmations of Service work Record of all work carried out in workshop Work details Odometer reading Date This list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, of the installation of accessories, and also to confirm that special campaign work has been carried out.
  • Page 15 Confirmations of Service work Record of all work carried out in workshop Work details Odometer reading Date This list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, of the installation of accessories, and also to confirm that special campaign work has been carried out.
  • Page 16 Confirmations of Service work Record of all work carried out in workshop Work details Odometer reading Date This list is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, of the installation of accessories, and also to confirm that special campaign work has been carried out.
  • Page 17 Confirmations of service work Odometer Odometer replaced replaced Odometer reading, Odometer reading, not total distance covered. not total distance covered. at odometer at odometer reading reading Date, stamp, signature Date, stamp, signature Odometer Odometer replaced replaced Odometer reading, Odometer reading, not total distance covered.

  • Page 18: General Instructions

    General instructions Your vehicle is equipped with a digital electronic engine man- agement system (BMS) and a high-output ignition system. If you intend to perform the Warning: maintenance and general care When the engine is running or work described in the following the ignition is switched on, do section yourself, you must pos- not touch electrically live...
  • Page 19 General instructions Your BMW dealer has the nec- essary technical know-how and specially trained mechanics. He can guarantee that your vehicle is always maintained in a fault-free technical condition. Remember: the safety and reli- ability of your vehicle are the most important considerations.
  • Page 20 Your authorised BMW dealer will gladly advise you on techni- Warning: cal requirements, the manufac- The data stored in the BMW turer's recommendations and engine management system the overall benefit likely to be (BMS) control unit derive from obtained.
  • Page 21 Toolkit Repair kit for tubeless tyres For repair procedure, please refer to the accompanying instructions Warning: • The toolkit is stowed behind Do not repair tyre damage the seat backrest exceeding 4 mm (0.16 in) in diameter. Contents Max. permitted speed: 1 tyre repair kit 60 km/h (approx.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Problem: Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start Possible cause Remedy Page Wrong ignition key Operate correctly Rider's Manual position Engine kill switch in Operate correctly Rider's Manual wrong position Left brake lever not Pull left brake lever Rider's Manual pulled...
  • Page 23 Troubleshooting chart Problem: BMW C1 does not pull away from rest Possible cause Remedy Page Seat belt(s) not buck- Operate correctly Rider's Manual Stand (easy-lift mech- Operate correctly Rider's Manual anism) extended 58, 61 Switch of stand (easy- Renew lift mechanism) defec-...

  • Page 24: Checking Brake Pads

    Checking brake pads Front brake Warning: See the notes on safety in the Rider's Manual, page 34-35! • Place the BMW C1 on its stand – after making sure that the Important: ground is level and firm Renew pads before the mini- •...

  • Page 25: Rear Brake

    Checking brake pads Rear brake Warning: See the notes on safety in the Rider's Manual, page 34-35! • Place the BMW C1 on its stand – after making sure that the Important: ground is level and firm Renew pads before the mini- •...

  • Page 26: Topping Up Coolant

    Topping up coolant Important: Use only nitrite-free antifreeze • Place the BMW C1 on its and corrosion inhibitor. stand Check coolant level only when – after making sure that the the engine is cold. ground is level and firm If coolant loss is slight, add •...
  • Page 27 Side service panel Removing: Installing: • Place the BMW C1 on its • Engage securing eyes 1 at stand the front – after making sure that the • Engage upper securing ground is level and firm hook 2 • Loosen the screws 3 •...

  • Page 28: Changing Spark Plug

    Changing spark plug Warning: Work on the electrical system only when the circuit has been interrupted (switch off ignition and lights). For greater safety, disconnect and insulate the negative bat- tery lead. When the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, do not touch electrically live Your vehicle is equipped with a components, terminals or...
  • Page 29 Changing spark plug • Place the BMW C1 on its stand – after making sure that the ground is level and firm • Remove side service panel • Tighten spark plug 1 to spec- ified torque • Release ignition cable 3 from •...
  • Page 30 Wiper blade 1 is asymmetric. release it from latch 5 by pushing it toward the wiper Changing wiper blade • Place the BMW C1 on its • Disengage wiper blade 1 and stand lift it up to remove – after making sure that the •...
  • Page 31 Changing wiper blade Note: Wiper blade 1 is asymmetric. • Swing wiper arm 4 clear of windscreen • Install the spray nozzle in the – Check that long section B of fourth hole A of wiper blade 1 wiper blade 1 is at the bot- –...

  • Page 32: Notes On Changing Bulbs

    Notes on changing bulbs Important: Your vehicle has a high-beam/ low-beam bulb, a parking-light Your vehicle is equipped with a bulb, a brake-light bulb and a digital electronic engine man- rear-light bulb. agement system (BMS) and a If any of these bulbs fail, you high-output ignition system.

  • Page 33: Changing Bulbs

    Changing bulbs • Place the BMW C1 on its Rear turn indicators stand – after making sure that the ground is level and firm Important: • Take out retaining screw 1 Always switch off the ignition • Take off turn indicator glass 2 before changing bulbs.
  • Page 34 Changing bulbs Rear light/brake light Important: Always switch off the ignition • Place the BMW C1 on its before changing bulbs. stand – after making sure that the ground is level and firm Note: • Open the stowage compart- Do not touch the glass of new ment bulbs with the fingers.
  • Page 35 Changing bulbs • Press in bulb 2 and simultane- ously turn it to the left to release it • Take out bulb 2 • Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure – Brake/rear light bulb: 12 V 21/5 W...

  • Page 36: Front Turn Indicators

    Changing bulbs Front turn indicators • Place the BMW C1 on its stand, after making sure that the ground is level and firm Important: • Take out retaining screw 2 Always switch off the ignition • Take off turn indicator glass 3 before changing bulbs.
  • Page 37 • Remove H4 bulb 4 • Installation is the reverse of • Place the BMW C1 on its stand the removal procedure – after making sure that the – Low beam/high beam ground is level and firm...
  • Page 38 Changing bulbs • Place the BMW C1 on its stand – after making sure that the Parking light ground is level and firm • Remove front fairing panel • Open quick-release Important: fastener 2 by turning it coun- Always switch off the ignition ter-clockwise and swing the before changing bulbs.

  • Page 39: Fuse Assignment

    2 Parking light, tail light... 4 A It is advisable to have the vehi- 1 Instrument panel, cle checked by a specialist brake light....4 A workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW dealer, if fuses blow frequently. * Optional extra...
  • Page 40 Renewing fuses Changing fuses Important: • Place the BMW C1 on its Before changing a fuse, switch stand the ignition off. – after making sure that the Always install replacement ground is level and firm fuses, never attempt to repair a •...
  • Page 41 • Reinstall backrest It is advisable to have the vehi- • Close and lock the seat cle checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW dealer, if fuses ( ) Figure in brackets page number for blow frequently. description...

  • Page 42: Battery Safety Instructions

    Battery: safety instructions Warning: For all work involving the bat- tery, protective goggles and gloves should be worn. If anyone comes into contact with battery acid or is exposed to toxic fumes from the battery, have them exam- ined by a physician without delay.

  • Page 43: Battery Maintenance Instructions

    – In case of doubt ask a spe- Regular maintenance, together cialist, preferably an author- with correct storage and charg- ised BMW dealer, to prepare ing, will increase battery life and the vehicle for laying up and must have been performed cor-...
  • Page 44 Battery Check battery acid level – Check the acid level regularly Note: • Place the BMW C1 on its Top up only with distilled water, stand not acid. – after making sure that the Use combination pliers to un- ground is level and firm screw and tighten the cell •...

  • Page 45: Removing The Battery

    Battery • Place the BMW C1 on its stand – after making sure that the ground is level and firm • Open the stowage compart- ment Removing the battery • Disengage cover 4 by press- ing down and simultaneously pulling toward the rear and...

  • Page 46: Installing The Battery

    Battery Installing the battery Warning: • Grease the battery posts Before connecting the bat- • Install the battery tery, switch off the ignition. • Reconnect breather hose 4 To avoid short-circuits: – Make sure that the battery • Reconnect positive battery breather hose is not kinked cable (+) 2 first, or blocked.
  • Page 47 Cleaning/care Important: Avoid damage to rubber and plastic parts and seat belts caused by aggressive or pene- Note: trating cleaning agents or sol- Regular cleaning, using the cor- vents. rect methods, is an important Do not use a steam jet or high- factor in maintaining the value pressure cleaning equipment.
  • Page 48 • Remove tar splashes only Washing with an approved product – • Place the BMW C1 on its rinse thoroughly with water stand afterwards – after making sure that the • Clean flies and other insects...
  • Page 49 Cleaning/care Cleaning the seat belts Important: Removing road salt When cleaning, make sure that • Wash the vehicle down imme- cleaning agent does not pene- diately with cold water at the trate inside the belt buckles. end of the journey –...

  • Page 50: Cleaning Leather

    Dust and dirt from the road collect in Note: the pores and folds, and have a Use only a 1:50 dilution of BMW strongly abrasive action as well cleaner for leather to wash as making the leather surface leather-trimmed parts.
  • Page 51 Cleaning/care • Using the BMW cleaner for leather correctly diluted with • Dilute the BMW cleaner for water, thoroughly wash out all leather 1:50 with water dirt and stains • Allow the leather to dry thor- oughly; this can take about 24...
  • Page 52 BMW impregnating oil for leather. – The effects of the weather, This oil and the BMW cleaner contact with clothing etc. for leather are also ideal for cause a patina to develop treating leather motorcycling –...
  • Page 53 • Clean the leather surfaces of the leather and tend to clog • Treat leather surfaces with the pores of the material. If this BMW impregnating oil for happens the leather loses its leather unique abilities to breathe and If usage is normal, it is advisa-...
  • Page 54 Cleaning/care Touching up paint damage • Minor damage caused by stones striking the painted surface can be touched up with a BMW paint pencil of the correct colour Important: Comply with the manufacturer's working instructions and safety precautions. Cleaning the silencer •...
  • Page 55 ( a specialist workshop, prefera- • Coat bright metal/chrome- bly an authorised BMW dealer. plated parts with an acid-free If possible, do not restart the grease (e.g. Vaseline) engine after this work has been •...

  • Page 56: Restoring To Use

    Restoring to use • Run all safety checks (Rider's Manual 28-49) Restoring to use • Check brakes (Rider's Manual • If necessary, remove protec- 34-38) tive wax coating • Check tyre pressures, adjust • Clean the vehicle ( 45-52) if necessary (Rider's Manual •...
  • Page 57 Engine C1 200 Engine, type Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke engine with four push- rod-actuated valves, 2 overhead camshafts and sump lubrication Displacement 125 cc 176 cc Max. nominal power output acc. to DIN 70 020 11 kW 13 kW - at engine speed 9,250 rpm 9.000 rpm...
  • Page 58 Transmission C1 200 Automatic gearbox Gear ratios 1 : 3.0 - 0.9 Power transmission from automatic gearbox to rear wheel drive Belt Rear wheel drive Transmission ratio of rear wheel drive 1 : 9.05 1 : 8.37...

  • Page 59: Frame And Suspension

    Frame and suspension C1 200 Frame Central frame made of extruded aluminium sections and die-cast components; roof frame and shoul- der bars bolted; engine carried on vibration-damping mounts in frame Location of type plate Riveted to frame beneath seat Position...
  • Page 60 Frame and suspension C1 200 Suspension Front Telelever system with aluminium leading link, central spring strut and kinematic spring and damper pro- gression, anti-dive control, dive- decoupled link Spring element Spring strut with coil spring and single-tube gas-filled damper Total travel 75 mm (3.0 in)
  • Page 61 Frame and suspension C1 200 Wheels and tyres Tubeless cross-ply tyres Front wheel Size and designation 3.5S” J x13 MT-H2 Tyre size and designation 120/70-13 53 L 53 P Rear wheel Size and designation 3.5” J x12 MT-H2 Tyre size and designation...

  • Page 62: Fluids And Lubricants

    “Special Oils” are approved individually by BMW AG and are available from your authorised BMW dealer. All engine oils supplied by BMW are subjected to regular BMW quality assurance checks. BMW does not approve the use of any upper-cylinder lubricants or similar oil additives.
  • Page 63 150 °C...230 °C, high corrosion protection, good water oxidation resistance; e.g. Shell Retinax A Brake fluid DOT 4 We recommend BMW brake fluids Important: Fill only with new brake fluid to DOT 4 specification Coolant Brand-name long-life antifreeze...

  • Page 64: Electrical System

    Electrical system C1 200 Spark plug Approved makes/types NGK CR 8EB Electrode gap 0.8 mm (0.03 in) Wear limit 0.9 mm (0.03 in) Fuses “Minifuse” flat-socket fuses Load ratings 4 A and 15 A Headlight Halogen-bulb, rectangular Bulbs High/low beam...

  • Page 65: Dimensions And Weights

    Dimensions and weights C1 200 Overall length 2,075 mm (81.7 in) Width across mirrors 1,026 mm (40.4 in) across side crash ele- ments 850 mm (33.5 in) across handlebars 650 ± 0.1 mm (25.6 ± 0.004 in) Overall height 1,766 mm (69.5 in) Seat height at unladen 701 mm (27.6 in)

  • Page 66: Performance Data

    Performance data C1 200 Top speed acc. to type approval test 103 km/h 112 km/h (64 mph) (70 mph) Power-weight ratio ready for road, with driver 24 kg/kW 20 kg/kW (53 lbs/kW) (44 lbs/kW) at gross weight limit 33 kg/kW...
  • Page 67 A – E Castor, 58 Acceleration, 64 Cleaning/care Annual Service, confirmation of General instructions, 45 maintenance, 10 Leather, 48, 50 Annual Service, notes, 3 Paint damage, 52 Removing road salt, 47 Seat belts, 47 Battery Silencer system, 52 Charging, 41 Washing, 46 Installation, 44 Colour code, 52...
  • Page 68 E – P Engine oil Idle speed, 55 Consumption, 60 Inspection Filling capacity, 60 1,000 km (600 miles), 3 Technical data, 60 Inspection (running-in check), Viscosity, 60 notes, 3 Engine speed, maximum, 55 Exhaust system, care products, Laying up the vehicle, 53 Leather Care, 50 Filling capacity...
  • Page 69 P – Z Power-weight ratio, 64 Technical data, from page, 55 Technical modifications, 17 Toolkit, 19 Rear brake Top speed, 64 Technical data, 57 Torque, 55 Rear light/brake light, 32 Tread depth, 59 Rear wheel Troubleshooting chart, 20 Technical data, 59 Turn indicator, 31, 34 Rear wheel drive, technical data, Type plate, 57...

  • Page 70: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Model Frame No. Colour No. First registered on Licence plate No. Dealer data Person to contact for Service work Ms./Mr. Tel. No. Dealer’s address with telephone No. (company stamp)
  • Page 71 Not to be reproduced either wholly Dimensions, weights, fuel con- or in part without written permis- sumption and performance data sion from BMW Motorrad, After are quoted to the customary toler- Sales. ances. Printed in Germany...

  • Page 72: Bmw Motorrad

    BMW recommends Castrol BMW Motorrad Order No. 01 41 7 665 641 12.00 4th edition GB/RF...

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