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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL R 18 MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data Model Vehicle Identification Number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number Dealership details Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Phone number Dealership address/phone number (company stamp)
  • Page 3 YOUR BMW. We congratulate you on your choice of a vehicle from BMW Motorrad and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations.
  • Page 4 GENERAL INSTRUMENT INSTRUCTIONS CLUSTER Quick & easy reference Warnings Abbreviations and sym- Controls Operation bols Setup Equipment Display Technical data Settings Currency Additional sources of information OPERATION Certificates and operat- ing licences Steering lock Data memory Ignition Lighting Anti-theft alarm (DWA) GENERAL VIEWS Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
  • Page 5 RIDING MAINTENANCE Safety information General notes Regular check Toolkit Starting Side panel Running in fairing bracket Brakes Front-wheel stand Shifting with shift Rear-wheel stand Engine oil rocker Brake system Parking your motor- Clutch cycle Tyres Refuelling Wheel rims Securing motorcycle Wheels for transportation Silencer...
  • Page 6 Restoring motorcycle BMW Motorrad run- to use ning-in check Maintenance confirm- ations TECHNICAL DATA Troubleshooting chart APPENDIX Threaded fasteners Fuel Declaration of Con- Engine oil formity Engine Radio equipment Clutch electronic immobil- Transmission iser Final drive Certification Frame Tire Pressure Control...
  • Page 8 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY...
  • Page 10 WARNING Medium-risk Optional equipment. hazard. Non-avoidance The vehicles are can lead to fatal or severe in- assembled com- jury. plete with all the DANGER High-risk haz- BMW Motorrad ard. Non-avoidance leads optional equipment to fatal or severe injury. originally ordered.
  • Page 11 This rider's manual tration documents, or can be describes optional equipment obtained from your authorised (OE) and selected optional BMW Motorrad retailer or an- accessories (OA) provided other qualified service partner by BMW. This explains why or specialist workshop. The...
  • Page 12 BMW motorcycles tion instructions for accessories are maintained by constant and general information about development work on designs, BMW Motorrad, in relation to equipment and accessories. technology, for example, are Because of this, your vehicle available for download from may differ from the information bmw-motorrad.com/manuals.
  • Page 13 Vehicle users have the right to The vehicle owner can also re- obtain full information at no quest that a BMW Motorrad cost from persons or entities retailer or another qualified storing personal data of the service partner or specialist vehicle user.
  • Page 14 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS not stored beyond the operat- The vehicle data is read out ing period. using the legally prescribed Electronic components, for ex- socket for on-board diagnosis ample control units, contain (OBD) in the vehicle. components for storing tech- Legal requirements for the nical information.
  • Page 15 If services are accessed, for the vehicle can be reset during example repairs, service pro- servicing or repair work by a cesses, warranty cases and BMW Motorrad retailer or an- quality assurance measures, other qualified service partner this technical information can or specialist workshop.
  • Page 16 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Data on the use of internet ted apps, for example naviga- services. This data can be tion or music playback. stored locally in the vehicle The type of additional data pro- or is located on a device that cessing is determined by the is connected to the vehicle, provider of the respective app.
  • Page 17 At the same time, information ascertained from the individual is also provided on the provider. relevant data protection law. Personal data may be used to provide online services. Data is exchanged using a secure connection, for example with the IT systems provided by the vehicle manufacturer.
  • Page 18 GENERAL VIEWS...
  • Page 19 GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE BEHIND THE SIDE TRIM PANEL, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 20 GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Fuel filler neck ( Power socket ( 152) Tyre pressure table (be- hind the side trim panel) 117) Disengage diagnostic socket (behind fairing bracket) ( 148) Rider footrest Reverser ( Type plate...
  • Page 21 GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Brake-fluid reservoir, front 125) Steering lock ( Vehicle Identification Number Engine oil level indicator 120) Remote ground terminal 140) Oil filler opening (under the cylinder head cover) 121) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 126)
  • Page 22 GENERAL VIEWS BEHIND THE SIDE TRIM PANEL, RIGHT Toolkit ( 117) Payload table Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel ( Replacing fuses ( 146) Remote positive terminal 140)
  • Page 23 MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Adaptive cruise control Hazard warning lights Riding mode ( Turn indicators ( Horn MENU rocker button ASC (...
  • Page 24 GENERAL VIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Heated grips ( Ignition ( Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( with reverser Reverser (...
  • Page 25 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Speedometer Indicator and warning lights ( Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- strument lighting) Indicator light DWA ( Keyless Ride ( Multifunction display...
  • Page 26 STATUS INDICATORS...
  • Page 27 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY WARNING INDICATORS SERVICE DISPLAY...
  • Page 28 STATUS INDICATORS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS ABS ( High-beam headlight Daytime riding light Warning light, drive mal- function ( Neutral indicator light Cruise control ( ASC ( Turn indicators ( General warning light Displayed in combination with warning symbols in the multifunction display...
  • Page 29 MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY Value Riding mode ( Unit On-board computer Gear indicator Status Warning symbol Displayed in combination with the 'General' warning light (...
  • Page 30 STATUS INDICATORS WARNING INDICATORS Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the corresponding warning lights. If two or more warnings occur at the same time, all the ap- propriate warning lights and warning symbols appear. The possible warnings are lis- Acknowledging warnings ted on the next pages.
  • Page 31 Calling up active warnings Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until is displayed. WARN Along with the warning 4, the number of warnings 3 is dis- played as well. Press button 1 to call up the next warning 4 in the sequence.
  • Page 32 STATUS INDICATORS Warnings, overview Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. is displayed. Electronic im- mobiliser active lights up. is displayed. Radio-operated key out of range lights up. is displayed. Replace battery of radio-operated key ( is displayed. Engine tempe- flashes.
  • Page 33 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. is displayed. Voltage of the vehicle electrical system critical lights up. is displayed. Bulb faulty flashes. ABS self-dia- gnosis not com- pleted ( lights up. ABS fault ( quick- ASC intervention flashes.
  • Page 34 STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. is displayed. Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak ( lights up. is displayed in com- Fuel down to re- bination with dis- serve ( tance counter for reserve fuel KM R or, as applicable, MI R...
  • Page 35 Have defective vehicle keys replaced, preferably by an au- is displayed. thorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Possible cause: The integral battery in the ra- Radio-operated key out of dio-operated key has lost a...
  • Page 36 Throttle grip is in idle posi- quickly as possible by a spe- tion. cialist workshop, preferably an If the engine oil temperature authorised BMW Motorrad re- is frequently too high, have tailer. the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist work-...
  • Page 37 Have the fault rectified as cialist workshop, preferably an quickly as possible by a spe- authorised BMW Motorrad re- cialist workshop, preferably an tailer. authorised BMW Motorrad re- It is possible to continue to tailer.
  • Page 38 Have the fault rectified as electronics switch off the elec- quickly as possible by a spe- tricity supply to individual elec- cialist workshop, preferably an trical consumers. authorised BMW Motorrad re- Possible cause: tailer. Too many electrical consumers Bulb faulty are switched on. Particularly at low engine rpm and when lights up.
  • Page 39 Have the fault rectified as ABS self-diagnosis not quickly as possible by a spe- completed cialist workshop, preferably an The ABS function is not authorised BMW Motorrad re- available, because self- tailer. diagnosis did not complete. (The motorcycle has to reach ASC intervention a defined minimum speed quick-flashes.
  • Page 40 BMW Motorrad re- checked: min 5 km/h) tailer. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind that the ASC is not...
  • Page 41 'General' warning light flashes. pressure has dropped below the permissible limit. Tyre For further information about pressure reading 2 flashes. the BMW Motorrad TPM, Immediately after the ignition see the section entitled is switched on, only dashes "Engineering details" from are displayed.
  • Page 42 Have the tyre checked for damage by a specialist work- is displayed. The critical shop, preferably an authorised tyre pressure flashes. BMW Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure whether the WARNING vehicle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition: Tyre pressure outside the Do not continue your journey.
  • Page 43 Consult a specialist work- serve quantity. shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Fuel down to reserve lights up. Fuel reserve The amount of fuel remaining is displayed in combina-...
  • Page 44 Have your motorcycle ser- Possible cause: viced regularly by a specialist Hill Start Control has been workshop, preferably an au- automatically deactivated. thorised BMW Motorrad re- Side stand has been exten- tailer. ded. The vehicle remains oper- Hill Start Control is deactiv-...
  • Page 45 1000 km, symbol for service viced regularly by a specialist due 4 and countdown workshop, preferably an au- distance 3 are displayed and thorised BMW Motorrad re- the countdown proceeds tailer. in steps of 100 km. The The vehicle remains oper-...
  • Page 46 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 47: Table Of Contents

    WARNINGS CONTROLS OPERATION SETUP DISPLAY SETTINGS...

  • Page 48: Warnings

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGS CONTROLS MENU rocker button WARNING Operation of a smartphone while riding the vehicle Risk of accident Always comply with the road traffic regulations in force where you are riding. Do not use a smartphone while riding. This applies Short-press the top section of with the exception of ap- MENU rocker button 1:...

  • Page 49: Operation

    OPERATION SELECTING DISPLAY Requirement after the ignition is switched off and the date has changed. The vehicle is at a standstill. Distance ridden after fuel Switch on the ignition. down to reserve: KM R lectable only when fuel level is The on-board computer read- down to reserve.
  • Page 50 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER with tyre pressure control (RDC) Tyre pressure reading, rear wheel: R BAR with tyre pressure control (RDC) Tyre pressure reading, front wheel: F BAR Countdown distance to service: , selectable SERV only when next service is due within 1000 km or service is overdue.
  • Page 51 Resetting trip distance Press and hold down button 2 recorder until the average value you want 3 is reset. Switch on the ignition. Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until the trip distance recorder you want to reset 3 is displayed. Press and hold down button 2 until trip distance recorder 3 is reset.

  • Page 52: Setup

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER with anti-theft alarm (DWA) SETUP Automatically activate anti- Select SETUP theft alarm function when Requirement the ignition is switched off The vehicle is at a standstill. or leave the auto- DWA ON matic function switched off DWA OFF Set the time CLOCK Set the date...

  • Page 53: Display

    is displayed. SETUP ENTER DISPLAY Alternatively: Ride off. Configuring displays Speed for operation in Requirement SETUP mode The vehicle is at a standstill. max 10 km/h Switch on the ignition. is exited automatically SETUP if the permissible maximum Select SETUP. ( vehicle speed for menu oper- ation is exceeded.
  • Page 54 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER The following displays can be deactivated: Trip distance recorder reading Automatic trip distance Average speed On-board voltage Date Average consumption Current consumption Clock If you want to restore the Engine speed factory defaults, repeatedly with tyre pressure control short-press button 1 until (RDC) is dis-...

  • Page 55: Settings

    Repeatedly short-press button 1 or 2 until 3 is displayed. SET BRIGHT Long-press button 2 to call up SET BRIGHT The setting currently selected flashes. Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 or 2 until the desired brightness of the backlighting is set. Long-press button 2 to con- firm the setting.
  • Page 56 OPERATION...
  • Page 57 STEERING LOCK IGNITION LIGHTING ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL (HSC) REVERSER HEATED GRIPS RIDER'S SEAT...

  • Page 58: Steering Lock

    OPERATION STEERING LOCK Locking the steering lock WARNING Restricted steering angle when steering lock engaged Risk of falling Unlock the steering lock be- Turn vehicle key 2 counter- fore attempting to pull away. clockwise 3 in the steering Before pulling away, remove lock.

  • Page 59: Ignition

    Remove vehicle key 2. Range of the Keyless Ride radio-operated key IGNITION approx. 1 m Radio-operated key The telltale light for the Switching on ignition radio-operated key flashes Requirement while the search for the radio- Radio-operated key is within operated key is in progress. range.
  • Page 60 OPERATION radio-operated key into the ring aerial under the seat. Remove the rider's seat. Insert the spare key or folded- in radio-operated key with the empty battery 1 into ring aerial 2. The spare key or the Press button 1. closed radio-operated key Lights and all function circuits with the empty battery must...
  • Page 61 Key bit flips out. is displayed. Push battery cover 2 up. Remove battery 3. Dispose of the old battery in DANGER accordance with all applicable laws and regulations; do not Swallowing a battery attempt to dispose of batter- Risk of injury or death ies as domestic waste.
  • Page 62 If you lose an ignition key, you Operation of the kill switch can have it barred by your au- while riding thorised BMW Motorrad re- Risk of fall due to rear wheel tailer. locking If you wish to do this, you will...

  • Page 63: Lighting

    Alternatively: With the ignition Engine switched off switched on, pull switch 1. Normal operating position The low-beam headlight is (run) switched on. You cannot start the en- High-beam headlight and gine unless the kill switch headlight flasher is in the run position. Switch on the ignition.
  • Page 64 OPERATION Headlight courtesy delay feature Switch off the ignition. Immediately after switching off the ignition, push but- ton 1 to the left and hold it in that position until the park- ing lights come on. Immediately after switching Switch the ignition on and off off the ignition, pull switch 1 again to switch off the park- back and hold it in that posi-...
  • Page 65 Switch on the ignition. : Automatic day- DRL A OFF time riding light is deactiv- ated. If the ambient brightness de- creases below a certain value (e.g. in a tunnel) while the daytime riding light function is active, the low-beam head- light is automatically switched on.

  • Page 66: Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)

    OPERATION Alternatively: Press button 1 to cancel the turn indicators. ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Activating DWA Switch on the ignition. Adjust the DWA. ( Press button 1 to switch on Switch off the ignition. the hazard warning lights sys- If the alarm system ( DWA) tem.
  • Page 67 Turn indicators flash three can be set by an authorised times. BMW Motorrad retailer. Tilt sensor is deactivated. Alarm signal A DWA alarm can be triggered Tilt sensor An attempt to use an unau- thorised ignition key to switch on the ignition.
  • Page 68 OPERATION Adjusting DWA If a DWA alarm was triggered Switch on the ignition. while the motorcycle was un- attended, the rider is notified Select SETUP. ( accordingly by an alarm tone sounding once when the igni- tion is switched on. The DWA LED then indicates the reason for the DWA alarm for one minute.

  • Page 69: Automatic Stability Control (Asc)

    Switch on ASC AUTOMATIC STABILITY CON- TROL (ASC) Switching off ASC Switch on the ignition. You have the option of deactivating the ASC func- tion while the motorcycle is on the move. Press and hold down button 1 until ASC indicator and warn- ing light 2 changes its state.

  • Page 70: Riding Mode

    OPERATION The current riding mode 2 is RIDING MODE displayed. Using riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed operational scenarios for the motorcycle from which you can select the scenario suitable for your situation: RAIN: Riding on rain-wet roads. ROLL: Riding on dry roads.

  • Page 71: Cruise Control

    The motorcycle maintains CRUISE CONTROL your current cruising speed with cruise control and the setting is saved. Switching on cruise control Accelerating Slide switch 2 to the right. Short-push button 1 forward. Button 1 is enabled for opera- Speed is increased by approx. tion.
  • Page 72 OPERATION Speed is reduced by approx. Resuming former cruising 1 km/h each time you push speed the button. Push button 1 back and hold it in this position. The vehicle decelerates smoothly. The current speed is main- tained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again.

  • Page 73: Hill Start Control (Hsc)

    The system is deactivated. Long-press button 2 to call up Button 1 is disabled. SET HSC The setting currently selected HILL START CONTROL (HSC) flashes. Short-press button 1 or 2 to with Hill Start Control change the setting. Display The following settings are avail- able: : Hill Start Control is HSC ON...

  • Page 74: Reverser

    OPERATION sequently, is not to be confused See the "Engineering details" with a parking brake. section for more information on Hill Start Control ( 112). REVERSER with reverser General information The following prerequisites must have been met to be able to use the reverser: Motorcycle at standstill.
  • Page 75 Activating reverser Automatic termination Reversing is cancelled automat- ically: On excessive uphill/downhill gradients In the event of obstructions If the reversing motor has overheated If the side stand has been ex- tended If the front brake is operated Turn selector lever 1 to the R position.

  • Page 76: Heated Grips

    OPERATION Turn selector lever 1 to the F The following settings are avail- position. able: Gear indicator 2 switches Heating off from Low heating power HEATED GRIPS with heated grips Medium heating power The heating in the heated handlebar grips can be High heating power activated only when the engine is running.

  • Page 77: Rider's Seat

    Pull passenger seat 1 to the RIDER'S SEAT rear and remove. Removing rider's seat without two-up riding pack- Remove screws 3. Remove retaining bracket 2. Pull rider's seat 1 to the rear Make sure the ground is level and remove. and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
  • Page 78 OPERATION with two-up riding package Insert rider's seat 1 into mount 4. Manoeuvre rider's seat 1 into position at rear and install re- tainer 3 with screws 2. Position passenger seat 2 in retainer 1. Manoeuvre passenger seat 2 into position at rear and install holder 4 with screw 3.
  • Page 80 ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 81 MIRRORS HEADLIGHT CLUTCH BRAKES TURN INDICATORS SPRING PRELOAD GEARSHIFT LEVER...

  • Page 82: Mirrors

    BMW Motorrad retailer. Use the tool from the on- board toolkit to slacken nut 1. Turn mirror arm 2 to the ap- propriate position.

  • Page 83: Clutch

    Have the basic settings of the headlight restored by a spe- Applying light pressure from cialist workshop, preferably an behind, turn adjuster knob 1 authorised BMW Motorrad re- to the desired position. tailer. The adjusting screw can be turned more easily if...

  • Page 84: Brakes

    ADJUSTMENT the clutch lever is pushed for- ward. Adjustment options: From position 1: Narrowest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever To position 5: Widest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever Applying light pressure from BRAKES behind, turn adjuster knob 1 to the desired position.

  • Page 85: Spring Preload

    spring preload accordingly when the motorcycle is lightly loaded. Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel Remove the side panel. 117) Slacken nuts with left-hand thread 1 on left and right. Turn indicators 2 move freely. ATTENTION Incorrect setting Damage to adjustment mech- Align the turn indicators hori- anism zontally and vertically at right...

  • Page 86: Gearshift Lever

    ADJUSTMENT GEARSHIFT LEVER Basic setting of the rear spring preload Adjusting gearshift lever Turn hexagon anti-clockwise ATTENTION to limit position. (filled up, with driver's weight of ap- Unintentional operation of prox. 85 kg) the gearshift lever Turn hexagon anti-clockwise Damage to the gearbox to limit position, then 6 turns Check that the gearshift clockwise.
  • Page 87 Gearshift lever to se- lector shaft 8 Nm Adjusting shift rocker with footboard ATTENTION Remove screw 1. Unintentional operation of Disengage rear gearshift the gearshift lever lever 2 from gearshift shaft 3. Damage to the gearbox Hold rear gearshift lever 2 Check that the gearshift in the desired position relat- lever is in the correct pos-...
  • Page 88 ADJUSTMENT Adjusting peg with footboard ATTENTION Unintentional operation of the gearshift lever Damage to the gearbox Check that the gearshift Hold front gearshift lever 1 lever is in the correct pos- in the desired position relat- ition. ive to the gearshift shaft and Make sure that the gearshift push it on to gearshift shaft 3.
  • Page 89 Note minimum distance D between bottom edge of peg 1 and top edge of footrest 2 of min 25 mm.
  • Page 90 RIDING...
  • Page 91 SAFETY INFORMATION REGULAR CHECK STARTING RUNNING IN BRAKES SHIFTING WITH SHIFT ROCKER PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELLING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...

  • Page 92: Safety Information

    Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer will Adjust spring preload and tyre be happy to advise you on pressures to suit total weight. the correct clothing for every Pack heavy items at the bot- purpose.
  • Page 93 Catalytic converter WARNING If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic con- Exhaust gases adversely af- verter, there is a danger of fecting health overheating and damage. Risk of asphyxiation The following guidelines must Do not inhale exhaust be observed: fumes.

  • Page 94: Regular Check

    RIDING Risk of overheating REGULAR CHECK Comply with checklist ATTENTION At regular intervals, use the checklist below to check your Engine running for pro- motorcycle. longed period with vehicle at standstill When load status changes: Overheating due to insuf- Adjust the spring preload for ficient cooling;...

  • Page 95: Starting

    STARTING Starting engine Switch on the ignition. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- gress. ( ASC self-diagnosis is per- Press starter button 1. formed. ( The start attempt is auto- Pull the clutch lever. matically interrupted if You cannot start the mo- battery voltage is too low.
  • Page 96 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. ABS self-diagnosis All indicator and warning BMW Motorrad Integral ABS lights 2 are switched on.
  • Page 97 (The motorcycle has to reach authorised BMW Motorrad re- a defined minimum speed tailer. for the wheel sensors to be checked: min 5 km/h)

  • Page 98: Running In

    RIDING authorised BMW Motorrad re- Brake pads tailer. New brake pads have to bed down before they can achieve RUNNING IN their optimum friction levels. Engine You can compensate for this Until the running-in check, initial reduction in braking effi-...

  • Page 99: Brakes

    BRAKES of the road. How can stopping distance be BMW Motorrad Integral ABS minimised? prevents the front wheel from Each time the brakes are ap- locking up. plied, a load distribution shift takes place with the load shift-...
  • Page 100 RIDING Descending mountain passes Wet and dirty brakes WARNING WARNING Braking mostly with the rear Wetness and dirt result in brake on mountain descents diminished braking effi- ciency Brake fade, destruction of the brakes due to overheating Risk of accident Use both front and rear Apply the brakes lightly brakes, and make use of the...

  • Page 101: Shifting With Shift Rocker

    SHIFTING WITH SHIFT ATTENTION ROCKER with footboard Additional weight placing strain on the side stand Operating shift rocker Risk of damage to parts if With footboards installed, vehicle topples gearshifts are performed Do not sit or lean on the by means of a shift rocker. vehicle while it is propped on the side stand.
  • Page 102 More information is available from ATTENTION your authorised BMW Motorrad Component damage retailer. Component damage caused Recommended fuel by overfilled fuel tank...
  • Page 103 Turn filler cap of fuel tank 1 Refuel with fuel of the grade counter-clockwise and re- stated; do not fill the tank move. past the bottom edge of filler neck 1. with lockable fuel filler cap When refuelling after run- ning on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above reserve, so that...

  • Page 104: Securing Motorcycle For Transportation

    RIDING Set the filler cap of the fuel tank in position and turn it clockwise to close. with lockable fuel filler cap Use the vehicle key to lock the filler cap of the fuel tank by turning it clockwise. Remove the vehicle key and pivot the protective cap closed over the fuel tank lock.
  • Page 105 and pass them down through the rear wheel swinging arm. Uniformly tighten all the straps. The vehicle's springs are com- pressed. ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage Do not trap components such as brake lines or cable legs. Run the strap over the steer- ing head and tighten it down.
  • Page 106 ENGINEERING DETAILS...
  • Page 107 GENERAL NOTES GENERAL DRIVE FUNCTIONS ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) HILL START CONTROL (HSC) ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...

  • Page 108: General Notes

    While the brakes are slow- engine speed is limited to a ing the motorcycle, the maximum of 3600 rpm: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS adapts braking-force distribution between front and...
  • Page 109 rear brakes to suit the load on this situation can occur, ABS the motorcycle. intervenes and adapts brak- ing pressure to the maximum ATTENTION transferable braking force. The wheels continue to turn and the Attempted burn-out despite driving stability is retained irre- integral braking function spective of the road condition.
  • Page 110 BMW Motorrad ABS will be un- speeds the BMW Motorrad able to prevent the rear wheel ABS cannot provide optimum from lifting clear of the ground.
  • Page 111 Brake system not regularly messages can be issued. serviced In addition to problems with Risk of accident the BMW Motorrad ABS, ex- In order to ensure that ceptional riding conditions can the BMW Motorrad ABS lead to a fault message being...

  • Page 112: Automatic Stability Control (Asc)

    Self-dia- of safety offered by this sys- gnosis has to complete before tem. fault messages can be issued. The BMW Motorrad ASC can AUTOMATIC STABILITY CON- switch off automatically under TROL (ASC) the exceptional riding condi- How does ASC work? tions outlined below.

  • Page 113: Riding Mode

    There are matched settings Under these circumstances, for the ASC, dynamic engine BMW Motorrad recommends brake control and engine rolling the throttle slightly characteristic for each riding closed so as to restore stability mode. In the ROCK riding with the least possible delay.

  • Page 114: Dynamic Engine Brake Control

    ENGINEERING DETAILS Automatic Stability Control The desired riding mode is ini- (ASC) tially preselected. The mode In the RAIN riding mode: change does not take place un- maximum stability on wet til the systems in question are roads. There may be reduced all in the appropriate state.

  • Page 115: Dynamic Brake Control

    Sharp braking during sporty works riding. The Dynamic Brake Control In the same way as function assists the rider in BMW Motorrad ASC, dynamic emergency braking situations. engine brake control compares Detection of emergency the wheel circumferential braking velocities of the front and rear Sudden, sharp application of wheels.

  • Page 116: Tyre Pressure Control (Rdc)

    ENGINEERING DETAILS effectiveness of emergency Minimum speed for braking is ensured. transmission of the RDC If the throttle is closed measured values: (throttle grip position < 5 %) min 30 km/h while Dynamic Brake Control is in action, the engine torque The display shows for each requested by the ABS brake...

  • Page 117: Hill Start Control (Hsc)

    Temperature compensation Pressure adaptation Tyre pressure is a temperature- Compare the RDC value on the sensitive variable: pressure in- display with the value in the creases as tyre-air temperature table on the back cover of the rises and decreases as tyre- rider's manual.

  • Page 118: Adaptive Headlight

    ENGINEERING DETAILS How Hill Start Control works Control has been deactivated by the following behaviour: Hill Start Control is a pullaway Brake warning jolt assistant that operates on the The brake is released briefly partially integral ABS system to and reactivated immediately. prevent the vehicle from rolling This creates a jolt which the back on a gradient, without...
  • Page 119 ate the inside of the bend as the motorcycle banks for cor- nering. The cornering headlight is optimised for slight to mod- erate bank angles. The adaptive cornering head- light is activated under the fol- lowing conditions: Cornering at a slight to mod- erate bank angle.
  • Page 120 MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 121 GENERAL NOTES TOOLKIT SIDE PANEL FAIRING BRACKET FRONT-WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH TYRES WHEEL RIMS WHEELS SILENCER LIGHTING JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR...

  • Page 122: General Notes

    If in doubt consult a Non-reusable cable ties specialist workshop, preferably Non-reusable cable ties are an authorised BMW Motorrad used at some points to secure retailer. cables and lines. To prevent damage to cables and lines...

  • Page 123: Toolkit

    TOOLKIT SIDE PANEL Removing side trim panel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. The procedure described here for the right side panel applies by analogy to the left side as well. Reversible screwdriver blade Slotted bit and Torx T25...

  • Page 124: Fairing Bracket

    MAINTENANCE Installing left fairing bracket Snap side trim panel 2 into retaining pins 1. Clean the threads for screws 1. FAIRING BRACKET Engage left trim panel car- rier 2 in grommets 3. Removing left fairing bracket Install screws 1 in left trim Remove the side panel.

  • Page 125: Front-Wheel Stand

    Install screws 3 in right trim ure for installation. panel carrier 2. Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer Carrier for side cover to will be happy to assist you in frame selecting a suitable assembly M5 x 14 stand.

  • Page 126: Rear-Wheel Stand

    The description of how to fit the rear-wheel stand cor- rectly will be found in the instructions for the stand. Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to assist you in selecting a suitable assembly ATTENTION stand. Vehicle toppling sideways...
  • Page 127 As a contribution to re- Remove screws 1 with the ducing environmental im- tool from the on-board toolkit pact, BMW Motorrad recom- and remove cover 2. mends checking the engine oil on occasion after a trip of at least min 50 km.

  • Page 128: Brake System

    MAINTENANCE Cylinder head cover to ATTENTION cylinder head Use of insufficient engine oil Joining compound: Oil rub- or too much engine oil ber grommet Engine damage due to incor- 10 Nm rect oil filling with Option 719 design pack- Always make sure that the age Aero engine oil level is correct.
  • Page 129 1 mm (Friction pad only, by a specialist workshop, without backing plate. The preferably an authorised wear indicators (grooves) BMW Motorrad retailer. must be clearly visible.) Checking brake pad thickness, If the wear indicating marks are front brakes no longer visible:...
  • Page 130 MAINTENANCE preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake pad thickness, rear brakes Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Brake-pad wear limit, rear min 1 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. The wear indicators (grooves) must be clearly visible.)
  • Page 131 Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes WARNING Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid reservoir, or con- taminants in brake fluid Considerably reduced braking power due to presence of air, Turn the handlebars to a pos- contaminants or water in the ition in which the brake fluid brake system reservoir is horizontal.
  • Page 132 If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes Check the brake fluid level in brake fluid reservoir 1.

  • Page 133: Clutch

    BMW Motorrad re- tailer. WARNING CLUTCH Tendency of valve inserts to open by themselves at high Checking operation of the riding speeds clutch Sudden loss of tyre pressure Pull the clutch lever. Install valve caps fitted with There is a clearly perceptible rubber sealing rings and pressure point.

  • Page 134: Wheel Rims

    BMW Motorrad retailer. Make sure the ground is level Check the spokes and firm and place the motor- Make sure the ground is level cycle on its stand.

  • Page 135: Wheels

    The sensor rings are essential clear of the ground, preferably for correct road-speed calcula- using a BMW Motorrad front- tion, and they too must match wheel stand. the motorcycle's control sys- Install the front-wheel stand.
  • Page 136 MAINTENANCE Remove screws 3. Loosen left brake caliper 1. ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on at- tempt to install the brake cal- iper or because brake pads have to be forced apart Do not operate the brakes with a brake caliper not cor- rectly secured.
  • Page 137 ATTENTION Removal of front wheel not in compliance with correct procedure Damage to wheel speed sensor Note the wheel-speed sensor when rolling out the Slacken screw 1 but do not front wheel. remove it. Press quick-release axle with Set down front wheel and screw 1 slightly toward the roll forwards out of the front inside, so as to be better able...
  • Page 138 Damage to wheel speed by a specialist workshop, sensor preferably an authorised Note the wheel-speed BMW Motorrad dealer. sensor when rolling in the front wheel. Roll the front wheel into posi- tion between the forks of the front suspension.
  • Page 139 Lubricate quick-release axle 1. Install screw 1. In this pro- cess, counter-hold the quick- Lubricant release axle on the right side. Bolt on quick-release Optimoly TA axle M20 x 1.5 - 8.8 WARNING 50 Nm Improper installation of the quick-release axle Loosening of the front wheel After securing the brake cal- ipers and relieving the front...
  • Page 140 MAINTENANCE Hold left brake caliper 1 in Tighten clamping bolts 1 on position and install screws 3. left and right to the specified torque. Brake calliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 40 - 10.9 56 Nm Secure cable ties 2. WARNING Brake pads not lying against the brake disc...
  • Page 141 Removing rear wheel Lift the motorcycle, preferably ATTENTION with a rear-wheel stand. Use of hard or sharp-edged Engage first gear. objects in proximity to com- Install the rear-wheel stand. ponent 120) Component damage Remove the silencer. ( 138) Take care not to scratch Remove the license plate.

  • Page 142: Installing Rear Wheel

    MAINTENANCE Remove quick-release axle 2, Check judder-damper rubber allow sensor holder 3 to element 1; replace if neces- dangle from the cable. sary. Remove bush 1. Installing rear wheel WARNING Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions in control at- tempts made by the ABS and See the information on the effect of wheel size on the ABS and ASC systems at the...
  • Page 143 Install bush 5. by a specialist workshop, Hold sensor holder 4 and preferably an authorised quick-release axle 2 in posi- BMW Motorrad dealer. tion. Bring marks 3 on sensor holder 4 and rear-wheel swinging arm 1 into align- ment.

  • Page 144: Silencer

    MAINTENANCE WARNING Brake pads not lying against the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect. Before driving, check that the brakes respond without delay. Install screw 1. Bolt to rear wheel quick- Operate the brake several release axle times until the brake pads are bedded.

  • Page 145: Lighting

    Position silencer 1 at hold- Safety risk ers 2 and 4. Push silencer 1 on to exhaust Always replace a faulty bulb at the earliest possible op- manifold 3. portunity. Consult a special- ist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

  • Page 146: Jump-Starting

    If an LED light source is faulty Wiring smoulders/ignites or contact a specialist workshop, damage to the on-board elec- preferably an authorised tronics BMW Motorrad retailer. If the motorcycle has to be jump-started connect the JUMP-STARTING leads to the battery termin- als; never attempt to jump-...
  • Page 147 ATTENTION Contact between remote positive terminal and vehicle Short-circuit hazard Remove the protective cap only to permit use of the remote positive terminal and re-install the protective cap Remove protective cap 2. after use. Begin by connecting one end of the red jump lead to re- mote positive terminal 1 and ATTENTION the other end to the positive...

  • Page 148: Battery

    MAINTENANCE authorised BMW Motorrad re- Disconnect the jump lead tailer. from remote ground ter- minal 3 first, then disconnect Recharging connected battery the second jump lead from remote positive terminal 1. ATTENTION Install protective cap 2. Unsuitable chargers connec- BATTERY...
  • Page 149 the battery that is disconnected Recharging disconnected from the vehicle. battery Charge the battery using a suitable charger. ATTENTION Comply with the operating Recharging a fully dis- instructions of the charger. charged battery via the Once the battery is fully power socket or extra charged, disconnect the socket...
  • Page 150 MAINTENANCE ATTENTION ATTENTION Battery not disconnected Battery comes into contact in accordance with correct with the silencer during re- procedure moval/installation Risk of short-circuit Component damage Always proceed in compli- Use a piece of cardboard, ance with the specified dis- for example, to protect the connection sequence.
  • Page 151 Route adapter cable for re- mote positive terminal 1 as close as possible to the open- ing (arrow). To facilitate installation, se- cure cable tie 2 to adapter cable for remote positive ter- minal 1. On the right side of the vehicle, grip adapter cable for remote positive terminal 1 at the opening (arrow) by...

  • Page 152: Fuses

    MAINTENANCE the battery and the battery holder. Do not trap adapter cable for remote positive terminal 1 between the battery and the battery holder. Install negative battery cable 1 with screw 2. Install the left fairing bracket. 118) with anti-theft alarm (DWA) If applicable, switch on the anti-theft alarm.
  • Page 153 Round instrument circuits checked by a specialist Sensor box workshop, preferably an au- 50 A thorised BMW Motorrad re- Main fuse tailer. 15 A Consult the fuse assignment Fuse carrier, OA con- diagram below and replace nector the defective fuse.

  • Page 154: Diagnostic Connector

    Malfunctions of the vehicle Do not disconnect the diagnostic socket or allow it to be disconnected except in the course of a BMW Motorrad service by a specialist workshop or by other authorised persons. Have the work carried out by appropriately trained per- sonnel.
  • Page 156 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 157 GENERAL NOTES POWER SOCKETS LUGGAGE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 158 Use of other-make products tion and use regulations applic- Safety risk able in your country. BMW Motorrad cannot ex- Your authorised amine or test each product BMW Motorrad retailer of outside origin to ensure can offer expert advice on the...
  • Page 159 Load correctly. ( sockets to items of electrical Stow luggage in genuine equipment: BMW Motorrad accessories Make sure that cables do not such as side bags, for impede the rider. Make sure that cables do not example.
  • Page 160 Available optional accessories Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer can offer expert advice on the choice of genuine BMW parts, accessories and other produces, such as luggage systems or windscreens. You can examine all the optional accessories from BMW Motorrad by visiting: bmw-motorrad.com.
  • Page 162 CARE...
  • Page 163 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED COMPONENTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE RESTORING MOTORCYCLE TO USE...

  • Page 164: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad retailer. The BMW Motorrad recommends substances in BMW Care that you use BMW insect re- Products have been tested in mover to soften and wash off laboratories and in practice;...

  • Page 165: Cleaning Easily Damaged Components

    BMW Motorrad re- the vehicle. tailer. To prevent stains, do not wash CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED the vehicle immediately after COMPONENTS it has been exposed to strong Plastics sunlight and do not wash it in the sun.

  • Page 166: Care Of Paintwork

    Bending of radiator fins recommend BMW Motorrad Damage to radiator fins solvent cleaner followed by Take care not to bend the BMW Motorrad gloss polish for radiator fins when cleaning. preservation. Rubber Marks on the paintwork are particularly easy to see after...

  • Page 167: Paint Preservation

    For paint preservation, BMW Motorrad recommends RESTORING MOTORCYCLE the use of BMW Motorrad TO USE gloss polish or agents contain- Remove the protective wax ing carnauba wax or synthetic coating.
  • Page 168 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 169 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART THREADED FASTENERS FUEL ENGINE OIL ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION FINAL DRIVE FRAME CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION BRAKES WHEELS AND TYRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE FIGURES...

  • Page 170: Troubleshooting Chart

    TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The engine does not start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand is extended and Retract the side stand. gear is engaged. Clutch lever not pulled. In neutral or if a gear is en- gaged, pull the clutch lever. Fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 171: Threaded Fasteners

    THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Brake calliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 40 - 10.9 56 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder M8 x 35 - 8.8 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate se- quence 19 Nm Bolt on quick-release axle M20 x 1.5 - 8.8...
  • Page 172 TECHNICAL DATA Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror to handlebar fitting 12 Nm Frame Value Valid Carrier for side cover to frame M5 x 14 5 Nm micro-encapsulated...

  • Page 173: Fuel

    ENGINE OIL Engine oil, capacity approx. 4.0 l, with filter change Engine-oil specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.5 l, Difference between MIN and MAX...

  • Page 174: Engine

    TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE Engine number location Crankcase bottom section, left Engine type A70B18A Engine design Air-cooled/oil-cooled 2-cyl- inder 4-cycle opposed-twin engine with two chain-driven camshafts located above the crankshaft Displacement 1802 cm Compression ratio 9.6:1 Nominal capacity 67 kW, at engine speed: 4750 min with power reduction to 35 kW, at engine speed:...

  • Page 175: Transmission

    TRANSMISSION Type of transmission Claw-switched 6-gear trans- mission with separate trans- mission housing FINAL DRIVE Gear ratio of the final drive 3.091 (34:11) Rear axle differential oil FUCHS Titan EG 4218 SAE 70W-80 FRAME Type plate location Frame steering head, middle Position of the vehicle identi- Front frame under steering fication number...

  • Page 176: Brakes

    TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Steel double armed swinging Spring travel at rear wheel 90 mm, at rear wheel Basic setting of the rear spring Turn hexagon anti-clockwise preload to limit position, filled up, with driver's weight of approx. 85 Turn hexagon anti-clockwise to limit position, then 6 turns clockwise, One-up with load of...

  • Page 177: Wheels And Tyres

    WHEELS AND TYRES Speed category, front/rear H, required at least: 210 km/h tyres Front wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.5" x 19" Tyre designation, front 120/70 R 19 Load index, front tyre min. 54 Rear wheel Rear wheel rim size 5.0" x 16" Tyre designation, rear 180/65 B16 Load index, rear tyre...

  • Page 178: Dimensions

    TECHNICAL DATA Battery Battery type Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 26 Ah Battery type (For Keyless Ride CR 2032 radio-operated key) Range of the remote control 10 m Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and NGK MAR8AI-10DS designation Lighting All light sources DIMENSIONS...

  • Page 179: Weights

    WEIGHTS Vehicle kerb weight 345 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras (OE) Permissible gross vehicle 560 kg weight Maximum payload 215 kg PERFORMANCE FIGURES Top speed 180 km/h with power reduction to 156 km/h 35 kW...
  • Page 180 SERVICE...
  • Page 181 REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS RECYCLING BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW MOTORRAD RUNNING-IN CHECK MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS...

  • Page 182: Reporting Safety-Relevant Defects

    SERVICE REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS with Canada export If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately in- form the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) in addition to notifying the BMW of North America, LLC. If the NHTSA receives other, similar complaints, it may open an investigation.

  • Page 183: Recycling

    In order to help ensure BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE that your BMW is always in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad has an BMW Motorrad recommends extensive network of retailers compliance with the mainten- in place to look after you and...

  • Page 184: Bmw Motorrad Service History

    When an entry is made in the from the protection afforded electronic service booklet of by the various BMW Motorrad the vehicle, service-relevant mobility services (e.g. BMW data is saved in the central IT Mobile Service, breakdown...
  • Page 185 500 km and 1200 km. approaching. BMW Motorrad Service To find out more about service The BMW Motorrad Service go to: is carried out once a year; the bmw-motorrad.com/service extent of servicing can vary,...

  • Page 186: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Motorrad running- annually or every in check (including oil 10000 km (whichever change and oil filter comes first) change) every two years or every BMW Motorrad Service, 20000 km (whichever standard scope comes first) Engine-oil change, with...

  • Page 187: Bmw Motorrad Running-In Check

    BMW MOTORRAD RUNNING-IN CHECK BMW Motorrad running-in check The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad running-in check are listed below. The actual scope of work applicable for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system Setting the service date and service for remaining distance with...

  • Page 188: Maintenance Confirmations

    SERVICE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance work applic- able for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
  • Page 189 BMW Motorrad pre- BMW Motorrad running-in delivery check check carried out carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 190 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 191 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 192 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 193 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 194 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 195 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 196 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 197 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 198 SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 199 BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Engine oil change with filter Replacing the air filter element Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
  • Page 200 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY RADIO EQUIPMENT ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATION TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL RADIO EQUIPMENT INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL...
  • Page 201 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Petuelring 130, 80809 Munich, Germany Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity according to EU RED (2014/53/EU). Simplified UK Declaration of Conformity according to Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 of the United Kingdom. Hereby, BMW AG declares that the radio equipment components listed below are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/ EU and with Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 of the United Kingdom.
  • Page 202 APPENDIX Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Keyless allowed ZB001 134.5 kHz Ride 66 dBµA/ m @ 10m max. Keyless ZB002 433.92 MHz 10 dBm Ride e.r.p TXBM- 433.05 MHz - 434.79 MHz 18,8 dBm RDC3 433.92 MHz <...
  • Page 203 Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Peak max. 76 - 77 GHz Re14FCR 32 dBm Nom max. 27 dBm Front Peak max. ARS513 77 GHz radar 30 dBm Rear Peak max. SRR521 77 GHz radar 30 dBm Intelli- TL1P22...
  • Page 204 APPENDIX Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Keyless ZB006 134,5 kHz < 10 mW 433,92 MHz Ride Act- e.r.p. ive Key...
  • Page 205 RADIO EQUIPMENT Brunei ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER For all countries without EU Model name: EWS 4 Manufacturer TA No: DTA‑007061 BECOM Electronics GmbH Canada Technikerstraße 1, A-7442 Contains IC: Hochstraß, Austria 10430A‑MREWS5012 Technical information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Frequency Band: 134 kHz Industry Canada license-exempt Transponder: TMS37145/Type...
  • Page 206 APPENDIX India Philippines ETA‑SD‑20200905860 Israel ‫דרשמ לש יטוחלא רושיא רפסמ‬ ‫אוה תרושקתה‬ 51­74908 Type Approved ‫לש תירוקמה הנטנאה תא ףילחהל רוסא‬ No.: ESD‑RCE‑2023298 ‫ינכט יוניש לכ וב תושעל אלו רישכמה‬ Serbia ‫רחא‬ Malaysia P1620118300 Singapore Complies with RFCL/47A/0920/S(20‑3358) IMDA Standards Indonesia N3504‑20 72790/SDPPI/2021...
  • Page 207 Taiwan radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage 低功 電波 射性電機管 辦法 第十 radioélectrique subi, même si 二條 經型式認證合格之低 功率射 le brouillage est susceptible 頻電...
  • Page 208 APPENDIX Country minimale de 3.5 centimétres entre la source de rayonnements Canada et votre corps. L'exploitation est IC: 2703H-TM04ANNABM1 autorisée aux deux conditions This equipment complies with suivantes : IC radiation exposure limits (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire set forth for an uncontrolled de brouillage, et environment.
  • Page 210 INDEX removing, 143 Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Technical data, 172 Voltage of the vehicle Engineering details, 102 electrical system critical, 32 Indicator and warning Brake fluid light, 33 Checking fluid level, Self-diagnosis, 90 front, 125 Adaptive Headlight Checking fluid level, rear, 126 Engineering details, 112 Reservoir, front, 15 Anti-theft alarm...
  • Page 211 Date Final drive adjusting, 49 Technical data, 169 Daytime riding lights Frame automatic daytime riding Technical data, 169 Front-wheel stand light, 58 installing, 119 Diagnostic connector Fuel disengaging, 148 Filler neck, 14 Position on the vehicle, 14 Fuel reserve, 37 securing, 148 Refuelling, 96 Dimensions...
  • Page 212 INDEX Headlight Keyless Ride Adjusting headlight beam Battery of the radio-operated throw, 77 key is empty or loss of the Headlight beam throw, 76 radio-operated key, 54 Headlight courtesy delay Replacing battery of radio- feature, 58 Heated handlebar grips operated key, 54 operating, 70 Warning light, 29 Hill Start Control, 67, 112...
  • Page 213 Power socket Maintenance Notes on use, 152 Maintenance schedule, 180 Position on the vehicle, 14 Maintenance confirmati- Pre-Ride-Check, 89 ons, 182 Maintenance intervals, 178 Mirrors Engineering details, 110 adjusting, 76 Warning indicators, 35 Mobility services, 178 Rear-wheel stand Motorcycle installing, 120 care, 156 Recycling, 177 cleaning, 156...
  • Page 214 INDEX Shift lever Transmission Adjusting gearshift lever, 80 Technical data, 169 Silencer, 138, 139 Trim panels, 117 Spark plugs Tripmeter Technical data, 172 Display: KM 1 or KM A, 43 Speedometer, 19, 23 Troubleshooting chart, 164 Spring preload Turn indicators adjusting, 79 Control, 17 Starting, 89...
  • Page 215 Voltage of the vehicle electrical system critical, 32 Warning light, drive malfunc- tion, 31 Warning lights, 19 Warnings, overview, 26 Weights Technical data, 173 Wheels Change of size, 129 Check the spokes, 128 Checking rims, 128 Installing rear wheel, 136 Removing rear wheel, 135 Technical data, 171...
  • Page 216 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2023 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Original rider’s manual, printed in Germany.
  • Page 217 Important data for refuelling: Fuel Super unleaded (max. 15% Recommended fuel grade ethanol, E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI Regular, unleaded (max. Alternative fuel grade 15% ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l Fuel reserve approx. 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, Tyre cold...

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