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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) S 1000 RR 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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Read this rider's manual before starting your new BMW. It con- tains important notes about operating the vehicle that will enable you to make full use of the technical assets of your BMW. You will also obtain preventive maintenance and care instructions, which are beneficial to operating and road safety and help retain the value of your vehicle as much as possible.
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GENERAL DISPLAYS INSTRUCTIONS Indicator and warning Quick & easy reference lights Abbreviations and sym- TFT display in bols Pure Ride view Equipment TFT display in the Technical data Menu view Currentness of this man- Indicator lights Additional sources of OPERATION information Certificates and operat- Ignition switch/steer-...
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TFT DISPLAY Parking the motorcy- General notes Refueling Principle Fastening motorcy- Pure Ride view cle in place for trans- Settings portation Bluetooth® My Vehicle Trip computer ON THE RACE- Navigation TRACK Media Displays for racing Telephone mode Software version LAPTIMER License information RACE PRO riding modes...
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TECHNOLOGY IN Jump-starting Battery DETAIL Fuses General notes Diagnostic connector Antilock braking sys- tem (ABS) ACCESSORIES Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) General notes Dynamic Traction Connector for op- Control (DTC) tional accessories Dynamic engine USB charging socket brake control (MSR) Riding mode CARE Dynamic Brake Con- trol...
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Electrical system Dimensions Weights Performance data SERVICE Reporting safety de- fects BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad service history BMW Motorrad mo- bility services Maintenance work Maintenance sched- BMW Motorrad break-in service Maintenance confir- mations Service confirmations APPENDIX Radio equipment electronic immo-...
QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENTNESS OF THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING PERMITS DATA MEMORY INTELLIGENT ASSIST SYSTEM...
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.
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...
CURRENTNESS OF THIS BMW Motorrad information MANUAL related to the technology or The high safety and quality lev- other features are available at els of BMW motorcycles are bmw-motorrad.com/manuals. maintained by constant de- CERTIFICATES AND OPERAT- velopment work on design, ING PERMITS equipment and accessories.
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Internet. locations that store the vehicle The vehicle owner can have user's personal data. an authorized BMW Motorrad These locations may be: dealer or other qualified service partner or repair shop read out the data stored in the vehicle...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Operating states of system The vehicle data is read out via components, such as fill levels the vehicle's legally mandated and tire pressure diagnostic socket. Malfunctions and faults in key Operating data in the vehicle system components, such as Control units process data so lights and brakes that the vehicle can run.
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BMW Motorrad dealer or other Data input and data transfer qualified service partner or in the vehicle repair shop. The vehicle's General information legally mandated diagnostic Depending on the equipment, socket is used to read out the comfort settings and individual- data.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS settings when using the ser- Services vices. General information If the vehicle has a mobile Incorporating mobile end phone connection, this devices connection makes it possible Depending on the equipment, to exchange data between mobile end devices connected the vehicle and other systems.
tems which are intended for INTELLIGENT ASSIST this purpose. SYSTEM Any collection, processing and with intelligent emergency use of personal data that goes call beyond the provision of ser- Principle vices take place only as per- The intelligent assist system mitted by law, on the basis of makes it possible to place a contractual agreement or as...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS The data is sent to the vehicle signed ConnectedRide con- manufacturer in the event of an tract for this function, as well emergency. as the corresponding laws, reg- ulations, and directives of the Quality improvement European Parliament and Euro- The data transmitted in the pean Council.
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read out only by court order Contact information, such as and can only be read out when the phone number of the in- the relevant devices are con- stalled SIM card and that of nected directly to the vehicle. the rider, if available, in order to expedite contact with the Automatic emergency call individuals involved in the ac-...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS if necessary as part of its legal obligation. Regional limitation For the built-in Intelligent Emergency Call system to func- tion properly, the respective national-market vehicle must support the current region. For more information on re- gional limitations: support.bmw-motorrad.com...
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OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDER THE RIDER'S SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (ICC6.5IN)
OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Rebound-stage damping Compression damping on on front wheel ( 116) rear wheel ( 117) Spring preload on front Spring preload on rear wheel ( 111) wheel ( 113) Compression damping on with Dynamic Damping front wheel ( 115) Control (DDC) Adjust the spring preload...
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Adjusting the swinging arm pivot point ( 118) Noise emission sign 10 Steering damper 110)
OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Brake fluid reservoir for rear wheel brake 200) Vehicle identification number (on the steering- head bearing) Nameplate (on the steer- ing-head bearing) Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake 199) Coolant expansion tank 202) Engine oil indicator 195) Oil filler opening 196)
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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 ( 164)
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TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Hill Start Control ( Tachometer ( Speedometer Status bar, top ( Cruise control ( Speed Limit Info ( DTC ( 152) Riding mode ( Gear display Clock ( 10 Connection status 11 Muting ( 12 Operating assistance 13 Heated grips (...
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DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN THE MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( Speedometer Cruise control ( Speed Limit Info ( DTC ( 152) Riding mode ( Status bar, top ( Gear display Clock ( Connection status 10 Muting ( 11 Operating assistance 12 Heated grips ( 13 Menu area...
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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 combi- Red warning triangle 3: warn- nation with a dialog in the TFT...
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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 Voltage of the Vehicle voltage vehicle electrical low. system too low Voltage of the lights up yel- Vehicle voltage vehicle electrical low. critical! system is critical Charging voltage flashes yel- Battery criti- critical ( low.
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Engine over- lights up red. Engine overheat- heated ( ing! Engine control lights up yel- No communication malfunction low. with engine con- lights up. trol. Engine in emer- lights up yel- Fault in the en- gency operation low.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Battery of the tire lights up yel- TPM sensors bat- pressure sensor low. tery low. weak ( Malfunction of fall Fall sensor sensor ( faulty. Motorcycle Cannot start en- has fallen over gine. Emergency call lights up yel- Emergency...
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights ABS failure lights up yel- ABS failure! low. lights up. ABS Pro failure lights up yel- ABS Pro failure! low. lights up. ABS-control on flashes irreg- front wheel only ularly. DTC intervention blinks rapidly.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights DTC Slide Control lights up yel- Slide Control and Brake Slide low. and Brake Slide Assist malfunc- Assist failed tioned ( Have checked by a specialist work- shop. DDC error lights up yel- Spring strut ad- low.
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DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Service due is displayed in white. Service due! Service appoint- lights up yel- is displayed in yellow. ment overdue low. Service overdue!
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BMW Motorrad authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. dealer. Charging voltage critical Voltage of the vehicle electrical system is critical flashes yellow.
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Have the malfunction cor- flashes yellow. rected as soon as possible at a repair shop, preferably The faulty light source is an authorized BMW Motorrad displayed: dealer. Active headlamp Faulty light source faulty. lights up yellow.
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Have the malfunction cor- replaced in full; for details rected as soon as possible please contact a repair shop, at a repair shop, preferably preferably an authorized an authorized BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad retailer. dealer. Possible cause: Anti-theft alarm system Plug connection disconnected.
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If coolant level is too low: Anti-theft alarm Allow the engine to cool system failure. Have down. Top up coolant. Have checked by a specialist the cooling system checked at workshop. a repair shop, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Possible cause: an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. The temperature sensor has detected a high temperature in Possible cause: the engine. Engine is overheated. Ride in the partial load range Carefully come to a stop and if possible to cool the engine.
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Have the malfunction cor- The engine is in emergency op- rected as soon as possible eration. at a repair shop, preferably Continued riding is possi- an authorized BMW Motorrad ble, however it is not recom- dealer. mended.
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Have the malfunction cor- for the first time: rected as soon as possible RDC sensor is not active at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad min 19 mph (min 30 km/h) dealer. (The RDC sensor sends its Tire pressure...
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The target tire pressures can be found in the following lo- For further information about cations: the BMW Motorrad tire pres- On the back cover of the sure control (TPM), see the rider's manual Technology in detail (...
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In this case: Tire pressure adjustment Have the fault corrected at 186) a repair shop, preferably an The target tire pressures can authorized BMW Motorrad be found in the following lo- dealer. cations: On the back cover of the Possible cause:...
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The TPM control unit has diag- lights up. In this case: nosed a communication fault. Have the fault corrected at Contact a repair shop, a repair shop, preferably an preferably an authorized BMW authorized BMW Motorrad Motorrad dealer. dealer. Tire pressure warnings not available.
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Contact a repair shop, intelligent emergency call. preferably an authorized Contact a repair shop, BMW Motorrad dealer. preferably an authorized Motorcycle has fallen over BMW Motorrad dealer. Cannot start engine. Possible cause: Stand motorcycle up- Plug connection disconnected.
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DISPLAYS Possible cause: Contact a repair shop, preferably an authorized ABS self-diagnosis rou- BMW Motorrad dealer. tine not completed Possible cause: ABS function is not avail- Plug connection disconnected. able as self-diagnosis has not Connect the disconnected been completed. (The motor- plug connection.
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The ABS func- rected as soon as possible tion is limited. at a repair shop, preferably You may continue riding. an authorized BMW Motorrad Take note of additional dealer. information on special ABS Pro failure situations that can lead to an lights up yellow.
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You may continue riding. Use an authorized BMW Motorrad caution when riding. dealer. DTC self-diagnosis not ABS-control on front wheel...
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DTC fault ( 179). Have the malfunction cor- DTC error rected as soon as possible lights up yellow. at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad lights up. dealer. Limited DTC availability Traction control lights up yellow. failure! Onward journey possible.
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Possible cause: an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. The DDC control unit has de- tected an error. DTC Slide Control and Brake Have the malfunction cor-...
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Fuel has reached reserve Hill Start Control volume automatically deactivated blinks yellow. Low fuel. Ride to the next filling Possible cause: station. Hill Start Control was deacti- WARNING vated automatically. Side stand was folded out. Rough engine running or Hill Start Control is deacti- switching off of the engine vated when the side stand is due to a fuel shortage...
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If service is overdue, a yel- preferably an authorized low Check Control message BMW Motorrad dealer. is displayed. The displays for Hazard warning flasher service, service appointment switched on and remaining distance are also flashes in green.
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This situation can occur if BMW Motorrad dealer. the battery was disconnected. The operating safety and road Service due safety of the vehicle remains is displayed in white.
OPERATION Turning on the ignition IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK Ignition keys The motorcycle is shipped with one radio-operated key and one replacement key. If you lose your keys, observe the notes regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS) ( 61). A single radio-operated key Turn the ignition key to posi- fits the ignition switch/steering tion 1.
If you lose an ignition key, you blocking of rear wheel can have it disabled by your au- Do not operate the emer- thorized BMW Motorrad dealer. gency ON/OFF switch when For this purpose, you must riding. bring all of the motorcycle's...
BMW ( 11). Under unfavor- able conditions, data transfer can be limited or delayed. This can lead to delayed processing of the emergency call. Even if an emergency call via Open cover 1. BMW is not possible, a call to a...
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A light fall or crash has been Once the timer has expired, detected. a voice connection will be es- An acoustic signal is emitted. tablished with the BMW Call Center. The time until an emergency call is placed is displayed. The connection has been es-...
The emergency call is sent ignition. automatically without delay. If possible, remove helmet LIGHTING and stop the engine. Voice contact to the BMW Parking lights Call Center is established. The parking lights come on au- tomatically when the ignition is switched on.
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and the corresponding warn- ing message will appear on the display. If Light warnings deactivated, the warning is sup- pressed. Go to the Settings menu, hicle settings then select the menu Lights item. Immediately after turning off Turn on or Light warnings the ignition, pull switch 1 off.
OPERATION roadside parking lights turn Turn Comfort turn indi- on or off. cator Turn ignition on and then off again to turn off the roadside parking lights. Hazard warning system Turn on the ignition. ( The hazard warning sys- tem places a load on the battery.
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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.
RIDING MODE compiled in a preselection. Use of the riding modes Two to a maximum of four rid- BMW Motorrad has developed ing modes can be added to the riding scenarios for your mo- riding mode preselection. torcycle from which you can...
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Action not possible. Min. number reached. The compilation of the rid- ing modes in the riding mode preselection is retained, even after the ignition is switched off. Select riding mode Turn on the ignition. ( Press button 1 repeatedly un- til the desired riding mode is displayed.
OPERATION The new riding mode is ac- CRUISE CONTROL tivated while the vehicle is in with cruise control motion under the following Displayed value while conditions: adjusting (Speed Limit Info The throttle grip is in idle po- not active) sition. Brake is not engaged.
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Turning on cruise control Accelerating Slide switch 2 to the right. Briefly press button 1 for- Button 1 is unlocked. ward. The speed is increased by Saving the speed 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the button is pressed. Press button 1 forward and hold.
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OPERATION The speed is decreased by Resuming previous cruising 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time speed the button is pressed. Press button 1 back and hold. The speed is reduced continu- ously. If button 1 is no longer pressed, the speed reached is maintained and saved.
The system is turned off. Hill Start Control Pro can be Button 1 is locked. activated by firmly applying the handbrake or footbrake HILL START CONTROL (HSC) lever. Display During brake actuation for approximately one second af- ter the vehicle has come to a standstill and on a slope with at least a 3% gradient, Hill Start Control Pro is activated...
OPERATION If the throttle grip is de- pressed as you are driving off, Hill Start Control Pro is de- activated automatically. disappears after the brake has been released com- pletely. Hill Start Control Pro is deac- Apply brake lever 1 or foot- tivated.
The type of alarm tone Turn off the ignition. ( can be set by an authorized If DWA is activated, DWA is BMW Motorrad dealer. automatically activated after the ignition is switched off. Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete.
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OPERATION Turning on and If an alarm signal has been Tilt sensor triggered while the motorcycle Turning on and was unattended, the rider is Arming tone notified accordingly by an Turning Arm automati- alarm tone sounding once on and off cally when the ignition is turned on.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (TPM) with tire pressure monitor (TPM) Switching setpoint pressure warning on or off When the minimum tire pressure is reached, a target Press the button 1 repeat- pressure warning can be edly until the desired heating displayed. level 2 is shown in front of Go to menu Settings...
OPERATION Position the hump cover 1; RIDER'S SEAT AND PASSEN- hook in the fixing mecha- GER SEAT nism 2 when doing so. Removing the hump cover Insert the hump cover 1 into Park the motorcycle, making the grommets 3 and uni- sure the ground is level and formly press it down.
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Installing the passenger seat Lay the rider's seat on a clean surface with the upholstered with passenger package side down. Installing the rider's seat Position the passenger seat 1; hook in the fixing mecha- nism 2 when doing so. Insert and position the rider's Press the passenger seat 1 seat 1 at the front in the fix- down and lock it in place.
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW SETTINGS BLUETOOTH® MY VEHICLE TRIP COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE SOFTWARE VERSION 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 back. In Menu view: Open After settings, return to menu Pure Ride view. In Pure Ride view: Change the view. In Menu view: Change a hier- operating focus to the naviga- archy level up.
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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- Operating instructions 2: You chical menu. One icon indi- can browse to the right. cates one submenu level.
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TFT DISPLAY Turning functions on and off Go to the menu Show Pure Ride view. ( Some menu items are pre- Briefly press button 2 down- ceded by a box. The box in- ward. dicates whether the function is You can go to the following turned 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. System status displays The system status is displayed in the lower menu area when a Go to the menu.
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TFT DISPLAY puter (e.g. ) and the TRIP 1 Current distance 2 travel on-board computer (e.g. ) in the TFT display. TRIP 2 Intake air temp. INTAKE The information can be dis- (aver- Consumption 1 played in the upper status age) line.
Turning Speed Limit Info on range or off Unit for tachometer: Requirement 1000 RPM The vehicle is connected to Needle a compatible mobile end de- Drag pointer vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- nected app is installed on the mobile end device.
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TFT DISPLAY Range The red engine speed range changes depend- ing on the coolant temperature: The colder the engine, the lower the speed at which the red engine speed range begins. The warmer the engine, the higher the speed at which the red engine speed range begins.
Multi-Controller up. The pairing of the ve- Decrease volume: Turn the hicle with the current Multi-Controller down. BMW Motorrad Connected- Mute: Turn the Multi-Con- Ride account is reset. troller all the way down. Configuring system settings BLUETOOTH®...
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Passenger helm. nals, e.g. with operating The connection status for mo- system iOS, you must go to the bile end devices is displayed. BMW Motorrad Connected App Connecting a mobile end before use. device During the pairing process, the Carry out pairing. (...
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Rider's helmet and con- Bluetooth connection may be Passenger helm. firm. restricted. BMW Motorrad Show the communication sys- recommends storing the tem of the helmet. mobile terminal above the fuel Select tank (e.g. in the jacket pocket).
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TFT DISPLAY chapter may provide assis- tance. ( 244) If the Bluetooth connection does not work as expected, the troubleshooting chart in the Technical data chap- ter may provide assistance. 245) Deleting connections Call up menu Settings Connections Select Delete connec- tions To delete an individual con- nection, select the connection...
MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( Odometer Service display ( Rear tire pressure ( Voltage of the vehicle electrical system 224) Front tire pressure...
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TFT DISPLAY Operating instructions The following screens are in- cluded in the My vehicle menu: MY VEHICLE ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tire pressure monitor (TPM) TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE Operating instructions 1: present) Tabs that show how far to the Further information on the tire left or right you can browse.
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Service requirements If the time remaining until the next service is less than a month, or if the next service is due within 620 mi (1000 km), a white Check Control message is displayed.
TFT DISPLAY Press MENU rocker button TRIP COMPUTER down. Calling up the on-board Select Automatic reset computer Reset all values Go to the menu. My vehicle confirm. Scroll to the right until the is se- Automatic reset menu ONBOARD COMPUTER lected, the travel on-board screen is displayed.
Call up menu BMW Motorrad Connected App Navigation before use. Favorites Select destination and con- Entering destination address firm. Connect mobile terminal. Select Start guidance Go to the BMW Motorrad Connected app and start the guidance.
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TFT DISPLAY Entering special destinations Display route info Special destinations, e.g. land- Go to the Navigation marks, can be displayed on menu, then select Settings the map. menu item. Route info Call up menu You can select between the Navigation following options: POIs The following locations can be...
Navigation Go to the menu. Media Active route guidance Turn Spoken instructions BMW Motorrad recom- on or off. mends setting the volume for media and conversations via Repeating the last spoken mobile terminals to the maxi- instruction mum before starting a journey.
TFT DISPLAY Muting Playback Pause For search and playback, se- The microphone in the helmet lect the category can be muted during active Now play- conversations. All artists All al- bums All tracks Conversations with multiple Select Playlists users In the sub- A second telephone call can be Audio settings...
If there are doubts as to the correct headlight range, have the setting checked by a repair shop, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad Move mirror into the desired dealer. position by pressing lightly on BRAKE the edge of the glass.
The adjustment wheel is CLUTCH easier to turn when the Adjusting the clutch lever brake lever is pressed forward slightly. WARNING Adjustment options: Position 1: Minimum distance Adjusting the clutch lever between handlebar grip and while driving brake lever Accident hazard Position 6: Maximum distance Adjust the clutch lever when between handlebar grip and...
SETTING with Billet pack The foot distance and the foot Turn the adjustment lever 1 position can be adjusted by to the desired position. means of the rotor 3. Loosen screw 1 in the The adjustment wheel is toothed port 2 until the easier to turn when the toothed port 2 can be pulled clutch lever is pressed forward...
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joints in conjunction with the adjustment position of the ro- WARNING tor. For example, if the rotor Incorrectly adjusted footrest is shifted one position clock- due to the rotor being wise, the footrest joint must be moved. shifted by one position coun- Accident hazard terclockwise.
SETTING The foot plate 2 can be Foot plate on footbrake moved along the longitudinal lever axis. M6 x 20 Adjust the desired foot Thread-locking compound: distance and tighten the micro-encapsulated screw 1. 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) Folding foot plate Adjusting the gearshift lever foot plate M6 x 16...
Lifting the motorcycle Turn the adjustment screw 1 An engine jack is required to in B direction. set the spring preload recom- mended by BMW Motorrad. Steering damper basic Details on how to use the jack setting are not specified further.
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SETTING Remove the engine jack. Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm. Load motorcycle with rider. With the assistance of a helper, measure the distance D between points 1 and 2 again and calculate the difference (compression) between the measured values.
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included in the onboard tool the difference (compression) kit. between the measured values. Adjusting the spring preload Adjustment of spring at the rear wheel preload dependent on without Dynamic Damping loading Control (DDC) Spring deflection of rear wheel Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and ±0.1 in (30...
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SETTING direction A using a tool from the onboard tool kit. To increase the compression (reduce the spring preload), turn the adjustment ring 2 in direction B using a tool from the onboard tool kit. Tighten screw 1 to the speci- fied torque.
DAMPING Setting Damping must be adjusted to the road conditions and the spring preload. A rough road surface requires softer damping than a smooth road surface. An increase in spring preload requires firmer damping, a WARNING reduction in spring preload requires softer damping.
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SETTING For increasing the damping: Adjust rebound-stage damp- Turn the adjustment screw ing using adjustment screw 1 with tool from onboard tool and red scale on right-hand kit so that the mark 2 points fork leg. to a higher scale value. For reducing the damping: Turn the adjustment screw with tool from onboard tool...
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turn the adjustment screw to Rebound stage, basic the right in the + direction. setting, front For reducing the damping: Position 5 (Road mode with Use the onboard tool kit to rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) turn the adjustment screw to the left in the - direction.
1. whether this work is within your skill range, please contact a repair shop, preferably an au- thorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Adjusting the swinging arm pivot point Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm.
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Loosen quick-release axle Loosen the swing axle 1. Remove the nut 2. nut 1. Loosen the lock nuts 3 on the left and right. Use the adjustment screws 2 on the left and right to greatly increase chain sag. Make sure that the same scale value 4 is set on the left and right.
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SETTING Nut for bushing, swing- ing arm pivot point on frame M36 x 0.75 Thread-locking compound: Loctite 270, high-strength 52 lb/ft (70 Nm) Tighten the swing axle 1 to Turn the left bushing 2 in al- the specified torque. ternation with the right bush- Swing axle on frame ing by a maximum of 90°...
Nut on swing axle Rear-wheel quick-re- lease axle in swinging M18 x 1.5 M24 x 1.5 Thread-locking compound: Thread-locking compound: mechanical mechanical 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) 92 lb/ft (125 Nm) Check chain sag. ( 214) Remove engine jack. After changing the swing- ing arm pivot point, the ride height must be corrected at the traction strut.
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Measure the gap dimension D BMW Motorrad dealer. at the traction strut 1. Adjust the ride height to the Traction strut gap di- swinging arm pivot point...
If the calibration is still unsuc- auxiliary stand. Do not sit cessful after several attempts, on the motorcycle during please contact a repair shop, the calibration. Remove any preferably an BMW Motorrad pieces of luggage. Partner.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN SHIFTING BRAKES PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE REFUELING FASTENING MOTORCYCLE IN PLACE FOR TRANS- PORTATION...
Your authorized Adjust the setting of the BMW Motorrad dealer will be spring preload and damping happy to advise you and has for the current gross vehicle the correct clothing for every weight.
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BMW Motorrad dealer, after Risk of accident, expiration of a fall or a significant impact operating permit for public (e.g. riding through a pot-...
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RIDING Risk of burning Use unleaded fuel only. Comply with all specified maintenance intervals. CAUTION Intense heating up of engine ATTENTION and exhaust system while riding Unburned fuel in the cat- Burn hazard alytic converter After parking the motorcy- Damage to catalytic converter cle, make sure that no per- Note the points listed for sons or objects come into...
Modifications Always before riding off Check operation of the brake system ( 197). ATTENTION Check operation of the light- Modifications to the motor- ing and signal system. cycle (e.g. engine control Check clutch function unit, throttle valves, clutch) 201). Damage to the affected parts, Check tire tread depth failure of safety-relevant func- 204).
RIDING STARTING Starting the engine Turn on the ignition. ( Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. 130) ABS self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 131) DTC self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 132) Press starter button 1. Engage Neutral, or pull back The starting attempt is the clutch lever if a gear is automatically interrupted engaged.
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ABS self-diagnosis vehicle, an animation is dis- The self-diagnosis rou- played during the system start. tine checks whether BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is Phase 2 ready for operation. The self- The general warning light diagnosis starts automatically changes from red to yellow.
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DTC self-diagnosis running: min 3 mph (min The operational readiness of 5 km/h)) the BMW Motorrad DTC is If an DTC error is displayed af- checked through self-diagnosis. ter the DTC self-diagnosis is The self-diagnosis runs auto-...
BMW Motorrad Brake pads dealer. New brake pads must be run in before they achieve their opti- BREAKING IN mum friction force. This initial Engine reduction in braking efficiency Up to the first break-in in- can be compensated for by ex-...
RPMs, shifting gears with- When the shiftpoint light out clutch control can cause flashes, the drag pointer strong power-off reactions. flashes, too, except in the solid BMW Motorrad recommends red RPM range.
Shiftpoint light blinks at the Locking up of the front wheel set frequency: The shifting is prevented by BMW Motorrad speed will soon be reached ABS Pro. Shiftpoint light goes off: Shift- With the frequently instructed ing speed has been reached "emergency braking,"...
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RIDING Wet, soiled brakes ABS Pro Physical riding limits WARNING WARNING Decreased braking effect due to moisture and dirt Braking in curves Risk of accident Danger of falling despite Dry brakes or clean them ABS Pro through braking; if neces- The rider is always respon- sary, clean them manually.
riding errors. In extreme cases this my result in a fall. ATTENTION Use on public roads Poor ground conditions in On public roads, ABS Pro and area of stand Dynamic Brake Control help Component damage cause by make riding your motorcy- tipping over cle even safer.
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WARNING ary periods. Your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer can pro- Escaping of fuel due to ex- vide you with more detailed pansion under exposure to information. heat with overfilled fuel tank Accident hazard Do not overfill the fuel tank.
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ATTENTION Contact of fuel and plastic surfaces Damage to surfaces (become unattractive or cloudy) Immediately clean plastic surfaces after contact with fuel. Refuel with a fuel quality as specified above, but no higher Make sure the ground is level than the lower edge of the and firm and put the motorcy- fuel filler neck.
RIDING Fuel reserve Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Press the fuel tank cap down firmly to lock it. Remove the ignition key and close the protective flap. FASTENING MOTORCYCLE IN PLACE FOR TRANSPORTA- ATTENTION TION Motorcycle tips to the side Protect all component sur- when raising faces against which straps are...
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Carefully unclip the cover 3 Fasten the rear tensioning from the holders 4 and re- belts on both sides on the move it. rear frame and tighten them. Remove the screws 1 and Tighten all tensioning belts fork partition 2. evenly;...
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DISPLAYS FOR RACING MODE LAPTIMER RACE PRO RIDING MODES LAUNCH CONTROL PIT LANE LIMITER CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS FOR RAC- ING MODE MIRRORS LICENSE-PLATE CARRIER HUMP COVER M COVER KIT SWITCHING OFF ABS WHEN RIDING ON THE RACE- TRACK DEACTIVATING THE INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL WHEN RIDING ON THE RACETRACK SHIFT PATTERN REVERSAL DATA RECORDING AND 2D SOFTWARE...
ON THE RACETRACK DISPLAYS FOR RACING MODE SPORT 1 DISPLAY Maximum DTC torque re- Unit for tachometer: duction 1000 RPM Current DTC torque re- duction DTC control value Tachometer Maximum braking decel- eration Current braking decelera- tion Maximum angle of inclina- tion Current angle of inclina- tion...
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SPORT 2 DISPLAY Maximum DTC torque re- Current lap time duction Unit for tachometer: Current DTC torque re- 1000 RPM duction Operating assistance DTC control value Tachometer Difference between the last lap time and the ref- erence time, or difference between the current lap time and the reference time...
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ON THE RACETRACK SPORT 3 DISPLAY Current DTC torque re- 10 Difference between the duction last lap time and the ref- erence time, or difference Maximum DTC torque re- between the current lap duction time and the reference DTC control value time Tachometer 11 Unit for tachometer:...
Ending time recording and LAPTIMER managing times Starting time recording Requirement Go to menu and Sport The Sport 2 or Sport 3 display change to the Sport 2 or is shown. Sport 3 display. Start engine. Press MENU rocker button down.
ON THE RACETRACK : Changeover of op- Best ever racing lap Trigger eration. : Triggering The best ever racing lap ( Manual Best by means of headlight flasher. ) is the fastest of all Ever : Triggering by recorded racing laps and is External means of M GPSLaptrigger.
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and weather conditions can be taken into account in this way. The following parameters can be set: Engine Engine Brake Traction (DTC) Wheelie (DTC) Select a configuration. with Dynamic Damping Con- trol (DDC) For more detailed informa- tion on the parameters, see 181).
ON THE RACETRACK e.g. L-Con: 3 starts still LAUNCH CONTROL available. Racing start with Launch Operating Launch Control Control with riding modes Pro CAUTION Launch Control supports the rider in maintaining the ideal Launch Control allows max- RPM for a racing start. imum acceleration, which could cause unfamiliar riding Engine speed after the...
is dis- Clutch too hot. PIT LANE LIMITER played. with riding modes Pro Let the clutch cool down. Restricting the speed with the Cooling phase of the Pit Lane Limiter clutch The Pit Lane Limiter is a sup- Approx. 3 min (with the en- port function designed to com- gine running) ply with a speed restriction, e.g.
ON THE RACETRACK Hold down the starter but- with riding modes Pro ton 1. The control can be adjusted in Open the throttle grip until detail as part of the configu- the set maximum RPM has ration of the RACE PRO riding been reached.
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WARNING Loss of stability with spin- ning rear wheel caused by reduction of DTC control. Accident hazard Reduce DTC control on race tracks only. Change the DTC control by RACE PRO riding mode only one stage at a time and activated, then Speed Limit carefully test the impact on...
(DDC) much that forward motion is Adjusting the spring preload at no longer possible. In this case, the rear wheel ( 114). BMW Motorrad recommends without Dynamic Damping turning off the DTC temporar- Control (DDC) ily. Adjusting the compression...
with Dynamic Damping Con- trol (DDC) with riding modes Pro The Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) can be set individually for the front and rear wheel 149). Adjust the ride height 122). Remove the screws 1 and 2. Adjust the swinging arm Remove the windshield in 118).
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Use the M Cover Kit from BMW Motorrad to cover the exposed screw holes and re-secure the components. The M Cover Kit also contains dummy plugs for open plug...
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Position the windshield in Remove the screws 1 and 2. Remove the windshield in the arrow direction. Install the screws 1 and 2. the arrow direction. Windshield on air inlet M5 x 16 1 lb/ft (1 Nm) Upper section of fairing on windshield M5 ×...
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ON THE RACETRACK Insert the mirrors on the left Check function of the turn and right into the mounts 1. signals. Install the new nuts 1 and 2 Insert the air inlet flap at the on the back of the trim panel bottom 1 and clip in at the and tighten them to the speci- top 2.
If the license-plate carrier LICENSE-PLATE CARRIER is removed for racetrack Removing the license-plate use, the vehicle electronics will carrier interpret this as a defective light or light source and the ATTENTION corresponding warning mes- sage will appear in the display. Removing the number plate This warning is suppressed by carrier...
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Protect exposed plug con- nal 3. nections from the penetra- tion of moisture, ideally using the dummy connectors in- cluded in the BMW Motorrad M Cover Kit. with passenger package Install the passenger seat. Install the hump cover. Remove screws 1.
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Install screws 1. Connect the connector for the left-hand turn signal 1. License-plate carrier on Install the cable tie 1. rear frame The cable tie lock is in the M5 x 25 recess provided for this pur- 1 lb/ft (2 Nm) pose.
ON THE RACETRACK Install the hump cover. HUMP COVER with passenger package Removing the tail section for the passenger seat Remove the rear seat. ( If necessary, lubricate the grommets 1. Insert the tail section 2 into the grommets 1. Install screw 3.
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After removing the M Cover Kit, the mirrors and license- plate carrier must be rein- stalled. Install the license-plate carrier. 160) Install mirrors. ( 157) Installing the M Cover Kit Hook in and position the cover for the license-plate carrier 1. Insert the cover for the mirror mount 1.
ON THE RACETRACK Removing the M Cover Kit Remove screws 2. Remove the cover for the mir- Remove screws 1. ror mount 1. Install mirrors. ( 157) SWITCHING OFF ABS WHEN RIDING ON THE RACETRACK Turning off the ABS function Requirement License-plate carrier is removed.
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More detailed information pleted, it begins to flash. about brake systems with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS The ABS function is switched can be found in the chapter Turning the ignition off and "Technology in detail":...
ON THE RACETRACK DEACTIVATING THE INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL WHEN RIDING ON THE RACETRACK with intelligent emergency call Disabling Intelligent Emergency Call Press the control unit for the To prevent an emergency call intelligent emergency call 1 from being placed automati- out of the locking mecha- cally if the rider falls on a race- nism 3 and carefully remove...
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Remove the Intelligent Emergency Call control panel. 167) Removing the Intelligent Emergency Call control panel Turn handlebars to left. Pull out the cable with connector 1 from bottom to top through the tensioning straps 2. Remove the cable tie 3. Remove the cable tie 2.
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ON THE RACETRACK Installing the Intelligent Emergency Call control panel Connect the plug connection for the control panel 1 and 3. Secure the plug connection Attach the control panel 2. and excess cable lengths with Install screw 1. cable tie 2. Switch for Intelligent Install the control unit for the Emergency Call on...
Connect the control unit for Reversing shift pattern the intelligent emergency call 1 with the connector 2. ATTENTION Riding with shift pattern re- versal on public roads Expiry of operating license for public roads Do not use shift pattern re- versal on public roads.
ON THE RACETRACK 2d-datarecording.com/en/m- gps-laptrigger. Insert the new screw 1 through the ball joint 2 and washer 3. Install the new screw 1 in the thread for the shift pattern reversal 4. Shift rod on gearshift lever M6 x 20 Thread-locking compound: micro-encapsulated 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
More information on the topic that can be transferred to the of technology is available at road is partially dependent on bmw-motorrad.com/technik. the coefficient of friction of the road surface. Gravel, ice, snow ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM and wet roads offer a consider-...
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How is the BMW Motorrad If the brake lever is pulled, then Integral ABS Pro designed? braking pressure is also built...
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Reserves for safety sage can be displayed. In addition to problems at the But remember: the potentially BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, un- shorter braking distances which usual riding conditions can also ABS permits must not be used result in a fault message.
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Pro are used to determine the in- Brake Slide Assist is an exten- clination of the vehicle. They sion of the BMW Motorrad come from the angular rate ABS Pro and is conceived of sensor, which is already used...
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Possible settings If the drift angle exceeds a limit calculated by Brake Slide As- Depending on the selected rid- sist, the slip is reduced and the ing mode, DDC is preset to a motorcycle is stabilized through suitable setting.
accessory) must be installed on heavily on the road surface, the front forks. road temperatures, tire selec- tion and tire temperature. If If an additional leveling unsuitable tires are used, there sensor is installed on the is a risk of overheating on race- front forks, an existing ride tracks.
Under the following un- and external factors such as usual riding conditions, the road conditions and chassis BMW Motorrad Traction and suspension adjustments Control may be switched off have a significant impact on automatically. the control options of the Unusual riding conditions: DTC Slide Control.
slip that is dependent on the RIDING MODE mode and angle. Selection Causes of excess slip at the To adjust the motorcycle to the rear wheel: road condition and the desired Riding in coasting overrun on riding experience, you can se- a road with low coefficient of lect from the following riding friction (e.g.
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Torque and throttle response Traction control (DTC) In RAIN riding mode: soft In RAIN riding mode: Maxi- throttle response, reduced mum stability on wet roads. torque in low gears. Acceleration may be reduced In the ROAD and DYNAMIC on dry roads.
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tires, slight drifts are possible at the end of curves. In the RAIN, ROAD, and In the RACE PRO riding DYNAMIC riding modes, the modes with setting 2: rear-wheel lift-off detection is Maximum performance. active. Depending on the road In the RAIN, ROAD and condition and the tires, drifts DYNAMIC riding modes, the are possible at the end of...
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL In the RACE PRO riding No drive torque at rear wheel. No brake pressure in the modes with setting 1: Brake braking system. Slide Assist is inactive. The rear wheel can lock up during For a changeover while riding, hard braking processes.
the throttle grip. This ensures The Dynamic Brake Control the effectiveness of emer- function helps the rider in the gency braking. event of emergency braking. If the gas is shut off (throt- Detection of emergency tle position <5%) during the braking intervention of the Dynamic Emergency braking is de-...
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TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL until the minimum speed is ex- Temperature compensation ceeded for the first time. The tire pressure is tempera- ture dependent, i.e. it increases Minimum speed for the or decreases together with the transmission of the RDC tire air temperature. The tire measured values: temperature is dependent on min 19 mph (min 30 km/h)
Benefits Example 70-80 % of all gear shifts can be performed without using According to the rider's man- the clutch. ual, the tire pressure should Less movement between rider have the following value: and passenger due to shorter 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) gear-change intervals.
TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL execute a new gear change. Idle speed When shifting gears using the Gear Shift Assistant Pro, the 1270 ±50 (Engine at load condition (throttle grip operating temperature) position) must remain constant both prior to and during the HILL START CONTROL gear shift.
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Stopping on a steeper slope Brake warning jerk increases the amount of brake The brake is released briefly pressure built up. The brake and is immediately reacti- is a bit slower to release vated. This causes a jerking behavior when riding off. More torque that the rider can feel.
If in doubt, contact a repair For reinstallation, cables and shop, preferably an authorized wires that were cut free must BMW Motorrad dealer. be secured with new dispos- able cable ties. Microencapsulated screws Protrusions should be cut off The microencapsulation is a with cable tie pliers.
Reversible screwdriver ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL insert Slotted blade and T25 torx Remove and install trim panel components. Remove the rider`s seat. without Dynamic Damp- ing Control (DDC) Adjusting the compres- Lever sion damping on the front wheel. ( 115) without Dynamic Damp- ing Control (DDC) without Dynamic Damp- ing Control (DDC)
For a description of the cor- rect installation, please re- ATTENTION fer to the instructions for the front wheel stand. Use of the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad offers a front wheel stand without an suitable auxiliary stand for additional center or auxiliary each vehicle.
BMW Motorrad offers a suitable auxiliary stand for each vehicle. Your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer will be very happy to assist you in choosing the suitable auxiliary stand. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil level ATTENTION ATTENTION Lateral tipping of the vehicle...
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Top up the engine oil to the Have the oil level corrected specified level. at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Engine oil, quantity for dealer. topping up Topping up the engine oil max 1.4 quarts (max 1.3 l)
Have all work on the brake system carried out by ex- perts. Have the brakes checked by a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Front brake-pad wear limit Checking the front brake pad thickness min 0.04 in (min 1 mm)
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Inspect the chamfer 2. brake pads are not worn be- yond their minimum thick- ness. Have brake pads renewed at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the rear brake pad thickness Rear brake-pad wear Park the motorcycle, making...
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The brake fluid level in the ness. brake fluid reservoir drops due to brake pad wear. Have brake pads renewed at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the front brake fluid level Position the motorcycle ver- tically, making sure that the ground is firm and level.
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Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the rear brake fluid level Rear brake fluid level Position the motorcycle ver-...
If no rising force can be felt low the approved level: upon increasing operation: Have the clutch checked by a repair shop, preferably an WARNING authorized BMW Motorrad Insufficient or contaminated dealer. brake fluid in the brake fluid Checking clutch lever play reservoir...
0.12...0.2 in (3...5 mm) (mea- Have the clutch checked by sured along the outside of a repair shop, preferably an the clutch lever, handlebars in authorized BMW Motorrad the straight-ahead position, dealer. when the engine is cold) Check clutch lever play.
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Open cap 1 of expansion Required coolant level tank. Top up coolant to the speci- Between MIN and MAX fied level using a suitable fun- marks on the expansion tank nel. (cold engine) Coolant top-up quantity If the coolant level drops below the permitted level: 0.2 quarts (0.15 l) (Difference Top up coolant.
MAINTENANCE If tire pressure is too low: TIRES Correct the tire pressure. Checking tire pressure Checking tire tread depth WARNING WARNING Incorrect tire pressure Riding with heavily worn Worse handling characteris- tires tics of the motorcycle, reduc- Risk of accident due to tion in the service life of the poorer rideability tires...
Risk of accident Have the carbon wheels preferably an authorized checked by a repair shop, BMW Motorrad dealer. In some preferably an authorized cases the data stored in the BMW Motorrad dealer, after control units must be adapted a fall or a significant impact to the new wheel sizes.
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Raise the front of motor- cycle, preferably using a ATTENTION BMW Motorrad front wheel Unintentional pressing to- stand, until the front wheel gether of brake pads rotates freely. Component damage when Mount the front wheel stand.
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Have the tightening torques checked by a repair shop, Loosen clamping bolts 2. preferably by an authorized Remove the quick-release BMW Motorrad dealer. axle 1 while supporting the wheel. Roll the front wheel forward ATTENTION to remove it.
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MAINTENANCE Roll the front wheel into the front suspension. Clamping bolts in sub- frame Lubricate the quick-release Tightening sequence: Tighten axle 1. the screws 6 times, alter- nating between one and the Lubricant other each time M8 x 35 Optimoly TA 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Lift the front wheel and install the quick-release axle 1 using...
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Radial brake calipers on the axle adapter M10 x 60 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Position the brake caliper 2 on the right and install the screws 1 with the appropriate torque. Radial brake calipers on the axle adapter Fasten the cable for the wheel speed sensor in the holder 1.
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Loosen the adjustment screws 3 on the left and right. Raise motorcycle, preferably To slacken the drive chain, re- using a BMW Motorrad rear- move the adjustment plate 4 wheel stand. Mount the rear-wheel stand. and slide axle as far forward 194) as possible.
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Pull out the brake-caliper sup- preferably by an authorized port 1 to the front and set it BMW Motorrad dealer. to the side. Roll the rear wheel toward rear and out of the rocker. The camshaft sprocket...
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After the judder damper elements are renewed, the adaptation values must be reset with the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system. Please con- tact a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Insert the brake caliper 1 with...
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caliper mounting bracket and install the rear wheel. Make sure that the quick-re- lease axle 2 makes a positive connection in the adjustment plate 1. Roll the rear wheel as far for- ward as possible and lay the drive chain 1 on the camshaft sprocket.
MAINTENANCE Adjusting chain sag DRIVE CHAIN Park the motorcycle, making Checking chain sag sure the ground is level and Push the motorcycle until the firm. position with the lowest chain sag is reached. Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm.
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497 miles (min 800 km) chain tensioning screw To extend and maximize the chain's service life 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) BMW Motorrad recommends using BMW Motorrad chain Tighten quick-release axle lubricant or: nut 1 to the specified torque. Lubricant Rear-wheel quick-re-...
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Clean drive chain with suitable cleaning agent, dry and apply chain lubricant. To extend and maximize the chain's service life BMW Motorrad recommends using BMW Motorrad chain lubricant or: Permissible chain length Lubricant max 5.7 in (max 144 mm) Chain spray, O-ring compati-...
2. this purpose, preferably an Riveting is OK. authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. If one or more rivet heads has rotated: All light sources on the ve- Contact a repair shop, hicle are LED light sources.
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MAINTENANCE Park the motorcycle, making sure the ground is level and firm. Bend the engine spoiler 2 down a little, remove the screw 1. Remove screws 2. Remove the trim panel com- ponent 1. Detach and remove the fair- ing side panel 1 from the grommets 2;...
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Install fairing side panel Install screws 1 (0.24 in (6 Insert the fairing side panel 1 mm) with collar). Install screws 2 (0.12 in (3 into the grommets 2; to do mm) with collar). so, carefully bend the upper Install screw 3 (0.35 in (9 section of fairing to the side, mm) with collar).
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MAINTENANCE with passenger package Remove screws 5 (0.24 in (6 mm) with collar). Remove screws 6 (0.12 in (3 mm) with collar). Remove screw 3. Detach and remove the tail section 2 from the grom- mets 1. Carefully unclip the trim 2 in the arrow direction.
with passenger package Install screws 5 (0.24 in (6 If necessary, lubricate the mm) with collar). Install screws 6 (0.12 in (3 grommets 1. Insert the tail section 2 into mm) with collar). Clip in the plug connection 4. the grommets 1. Install screw 3.
MAINTENANCE the other end to the positive terminal of the donor battery. ATTENTION Clamp the black jumper cable Contact between crocodile first to the donor battery's clips of jump leads and mo- negative terminal and then to torcycle the drained battery's negative Danger of short circuit terminal.
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Do not open the battery. For more information, contact Do not top up with water. an authorized BMW Motorrad Be sure to read and com- dealer. ply with the instructions for Disconnecting battery from...
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MAINTENANCE Remove the screw 1, take off Charging the battery the negative battery cable 2 Disconnecting battery from and push it forward. motorcycle. ( 223) Remove the screw 3 and take Charge battery using a suit- off the positive battery ca- able charger.
with intelligent emergency with intelligent emergency call call Remove screw 2. Attach the battery carrier 1; Remove the battery carrier 1; while doing so, insert the while doing so, pay attention lug 3 into the hole. to the lug 3. Install screw 2.
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40 A If the fuses are faulty fre- Alternator regulator quently, have the electri- cal system checked by a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Install the fuse box 1 in the holder. Install the rider's seat. (...
The interface for the diagnos- Do not have the diagnos- tics and information system tic socket disconnected ex- can be connected to the diag- cept during BMW Motorrad nostic connector 2. service by a repair shop or Fastening the diagnostic other authorized persons.
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GENERAL NOTES CONNECTOR FOR OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES USB CHARGING SOCKET...
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M data logger sufficient in some circum- Optional accessory stances. Use only parts and acces- sories approved by BMW for your motorcycle. The safety, function and suit- ability of the parts and acces- sory products have been thor- oughly tested by BMW. There- fore, BMW assumes responsi- bility for these products.
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Under the hump cover Under left-hand fairing side panel without anti-theft alarm sys- tem (DWA) Plug for special and racing accessories: Terminating resistor Power supply and LIN Connector for DWA and Spring travel sensor for M data logger front forks (racing acces- Under the hump cover sory) Under the hump trim panel...
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ACCESSORIES Remove the fairing side panel Install fairing side panel. with engine spoiler. ( 218) 219) with passenger package with passenger package Remove the rear seat. ( Install the passenger seat. Remove the hump cover. Install the hump cover. Unlock cover cap or terminat- ing resistor and pull off con- Install the hump trim panel.
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60 seconds after the ignition has been turned off. To protect against water and vibrations, BMW Motorrad recommends the use of the BMW Motorrad smartphone protective sleeve. When no device is connected, the cover of the USB charging socket should be closed to pre- vent contamination.
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING SENSITIVE VEHICLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...
BMW Motorrad recommends mum vehicle care and protec- that you use BMW Insect Re- tion for the materials used in mover to soften and wash off your vehicle. insects and stubborn dirt from painted parts before washing the motorcycle.
Corrosion Only use cold water to re- Clean plastic components with move salt deposits. water and BMW plastic care emulsion. This includes in par- To remove salt deposits, clean ticular: the vehicle and any add-on Windshields and wind deflec-...
Chrome Carefully clean chrome parts Treat rubber parts with water with plenty of water and mo- or BMW rubber care product. torcycle cleaner of the BMW CARE OF PAINTWORK Care Products series. This is particularly important in case of Washing the motorcycle reg- exposure to salt.
Fuel additives clean the or cotton ball. BMW Motorrad fuel injection system and recommends removing tar the combustion area. Fuel ad- stains with BMW tar remover.
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to 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.
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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 Frame Value Valid Positioning of bush- ing, swinging arm pivot point in the main frame right M6 x 26.7 4 lb/ft (5 Nm) Positioning of bush- ing, swinging arm pivot point in the main frame left M6 x 12 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Swing axle on frame...
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Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Clamping bolts in subframe M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Radial brake caliper in axle mount M10 x 65...
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TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Value Valid Screw on adjustment ring M5 x 16 4 lb/ft (6 Nm) without Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) Spring strut on the relay lever M12 x 75 - 10.9 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) micro-encapsulated Clamping bolt on ad- justment strut M6 x 25 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
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Footrest system Value Valid Clamping bolt for rider footrest M8 x 25 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) with Billet mechanical pack Foot plate on foot- brake lever M6 x 20 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) with Billet micro-encapsulated pack Folding foot plate M6 x 16 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) with Billet...
TECHNICAL DATA FUEL Recommended fuel quality Premium unleaded (93) (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 91 AKI (98 ROZ/RON) 93 AKI Alternative fuel quality Premium unleaded (91; re- strictions with regard to power and fuel consumption) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Usable fuel quantity...
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 1.4 quarts (max 1.3 l), Difference between MIN and...
TECHNICAL DATA Nominal capacity 202 hp (151 kW), at RPM: 13000 min with Torque optimized 177 hp (132 kW), at RPM: calibration 11500 min Torque 83 lb/ft (113 Nm), at RPM: 11000 min Maximum engine speed max 14600 min Idle speed 1270 , Engine at op- ±50...
REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Chain sag 1.8...2 in (45...50 mm), Motor- cycle unloaded on side stand Permissible chain length max 5.7 in (max 144 mm), measured over the center of 10 rivets, drive chain under tension Number of teeth of rear-wheel 17:46 drive (Pinion/sprocket) Secondary gear ratio 2.706...
TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Type of rear-wheel guide Two-arm aluminum swinging Spring travel, rear 4.6 in (118 mm), on rear wheel BRAKES Front wheel Type of front wheel brake Two-rotor disk brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper Front brake pad material Sintered metal Front brake disc thickness 0.18 in (4.5 mm), New condi-...
Rear wheel Type of rear wheel brake Single-disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 1piston floating caliper Rear brake pad material Organic Rear brake disc thickness 0.2 in (5 mm), New min 0.18 in (min 4.5 mm), Wear limit Blow-by clearance of foot- 0.08...0.12 in (2...3 mm), be- brake lever tween footbrake lever and...
DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 81.6 in (2073 mm), over rear wheel Motorcycle height 47.4 in (1205 mm), across mirrors at DIN unladen weight 47.4 in (1205 mm), Without mirror and with DIN unladen weight Motorcycle width 33.4 in (848 mm), with mir- rors 29.1 in (740 mm), over han- dlebar weights...
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK 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 dealer 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...
To ensure that your BMW is BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE always in optimum condition, With its worldwide dealer 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.
BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY dealer confirms that the service SERVICES has been performed and enters As the owner of a new BMW the date for the next service. motorcycle, in the event of a For riders with a high annual breakdown you can benefit...
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620 mi (1000 km) before the entered values. More information on the topic of service is available at: bmw-motorrad.com/service The required scope of main- tenance work for your vehicle can be found in the following maintenance schedule. The...
SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Motorrad break-in Annually or every 6000 mi inspection (including oil (10000 km) (whichever and oil filter change) comes first) Standard scope of At first after one year, BMW Motorrad service then every two years Engine oil change with...
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. Set the service date and remaining distance using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking valve clearance Checking timing (cylinder head cover re- moved) Replacing all spark plugs...
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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RADIO EQUIPMENT ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATION TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL RADIO EQUIPMENT TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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RADIO EQUIPMENT ELEC- exploitation est autorisée aux TRONIC IMMOBILISER deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas pro- For all countries without EU duire de brouillage, et Model name: EWS 4 (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil Manufacturer doit accepter tout brouillage BECOM Electronics GmbH radioélectrique subi, même si le Technikerstraße 1, A-7442...
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APPENDIX Canada To comply with FCC RF expos- ure compliance requirements, IC: 2546A-BC5A4 the device must be installed to Le présent appareil est con- provide a separation distance forme aux CNR d'Industrie Ca- of at least 20 cm from all per- nada applicables aux appareils sons.
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could void the user's authority Model name: ICC6.5in to operate the equipment. Manufacturer Le présent appareil est con- Robert Bosch GmbH forme aux CNR d'Industrie Ca- Robert Bosch Str. 200, 31139 nada applicables aux appareils Hildesheim, Germany radio exempts de licence. L'- Technical information exploitation est autorisée aux Technical Information...
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INDEX Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Breaking in, 133 ABS, 177 Checking the front, 197 Displays, 50 Checking the rear, 198 Indicator lights, 50, 51, 52 Brakes Self-diagnosis, 131 ABS Pro, 177 Technology in detail, 174 ABS Pro depends on riding Accessories mode, 136 Connector for optional...
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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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36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold Rear tire pressure 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw-motorrad.com Order No.: 01 40 5 A90 7D4 *01405A907D4* 04-2023, 2nd edition, 07...