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MOTORRAD
RIDER'S MANUAL
(US MODEL)
S 1000 XR
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) S 1000 XR MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
  • Page 2 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)
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 GENERAL DISPLAYS INSTRUCTIONS Indicator and warning Quick & easy reference lights Abbreviations and sym- Menu view Pure Ride view bols Sport view Equipment My Vehicle view Technical data Indicator lights Currentness of this man- Additional sources of INSTRUMENT information CLUSTER Certificates and operat- ing permits Warnings...
  • Page 5 PRO riding mode TECHNOLOGY IN Cruise control DETAIL Laptimer General notes Hill Start Control Antilock braking sys- (HSC) tem (ABS) Shiftpoint light Dynamic traction con- Anti-theft alarm sys- trol (DTC) tem (DWA) Engine drag torque Tire Pressure Monitor control (TPM) Dynamic ESA Heated grips Riding mode...
  • Page 6 CARE BMW Motorrad Service Care products BMW Motorrad Washing the vehicle Cleaning sensitive service history BMW Motorrad mo- vehicle parts Care of paintwork bility services Paint preservation Maintenance work Storing the motorcy- Maintenance sched- Putting the motorcy- BMW Motorrad...
  • Page 7 Radio equipment in- telligent emergency call Radio equipment tyre pressure control (RDC) Certification Tire Pressure Control INDEX...
  • Page 8 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 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 BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIVITY FUNCTIONS...
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 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...
  • Page 12 CURRENTNESS OF THIS related to the technology or MANUAL other features are available at The high safety and quality lev- bmw-motorrad.com/manuals. els of BMW motorcycles are CERTIFICATES AND OPERAT- maintained by constant de- ING PERMITS velopment work on design, equipment and accessories.
  • Page 13 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...
  • Page 14 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.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 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...
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 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-...
  • Page 20 Devices with incorrectly im- support the current region. plemented Bluetooth radio For more information on re- standard. gional limitations: By nearby Bluetooth-capable support.bmw-motorrad.com devices. Shielding by metals or bodies. BLUETOOTH® Bluetooth is a close-range CONNECTIVITY FUNCTIONS wireless technology. Bluetooth Connectivity functions include...
  • Page 21 BMW Motorrad Connected App With the BMW Motorrad Con- nected App, you can call up in- formation about the vehicle and usage. To use some functions such as navigation, the app must be installed on the mo- bile terminal and be connected to the instrument cluster.
  • Page 22 OVERVIEWS...

  • Page 23: Table Of Contents

    OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 24: Overall View, Left Side

    OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Socket ( 196) Dynamic ESA spring strut, front ( Storage compartment 108) Dynamic ESA spring strut, rear ( Passenger grab handle Seat lock ( 107) Passenger footrest Note on chain sag Rider footrest 10 Nameplate (on the steer- ing-head bearing)

  • Page 25: Overall View, Right Side

    OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Brake fluid reservoir for rear wheel brake 166) Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake 165) Vehicle identification number (on the steering- head bearing) Coolant expansion tank 168) Engine oil indicator 161) Oil filler opening 162)

  • Page 26: Underneath The Seat

    OVERVIEWS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Battery ( 186) Onboard vehicle tool kit 159) Tire pressure table Payload table USB charging socket 197) Fuses ( 190) Diagnostic connector 191)

  • Page 27: Multifunction Switch, Left

    MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High beams and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning system Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) ( Dynamic ESA ( Auxiliary headlights Turn signals ( Horn Rocker button MENU 10 Multi-Controller (...

  • Page 28: Multifunction Switch, Right

    OVERVIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT with intelligent emergency call Heated grips ( 106) Riding mode ( Emergency-off switch Starter button ( 124) SOS button Intelligent emergency call...

  • Page 29: Multifunction Switch, Right

    MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT without intelligent emergency call Heated grips ( 106) Riding mode ( Emergency-off switch Starter button ( 124)

  • Page 30: Instrument Cluster

    OVERVIEWS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( Shiftpoint light ( 129) Display ( Indicator light DWA ( 104) Keyless Ride ( Photodiode (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting)
  • Page 32 DISPLAYS...
  • Page 33 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS MENU VIEW PURE RIDE VIEW SPORT VIEW MY VEHICLE VIEW INDICATOR LIGHTS...

  • Page 34: Indicator And Warning Lights

    DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn signal, left ( High beams ( General warning light Turn signal, right ( DTC ( Auxiliary headlights...

  • Page 35: Menu View

    MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( 13 External temperature warning ( Speedometer 14 Outside temperature Cruise control ( 15 Menu area Speed Limit Info ( Riding mode ( Rider info. status line Gear display Clock ( Connection status 10 Muting ( 11 Operating assistance 12 Heated grip settings 106)

  • Page 36: Pure Ride View

    DISPLAYS PURE RIDE VIEW START SCREEN Hill Start Control ( 13 Operating assistance Tachometer ( 14 Heated grip settings 106) Speedometer 15 External temperature Rider info. status line warning ( 16 Outside temperature Cruise control ( DYNAMIC PRO riding mode ( Speed Limit Info ( Riding mode ( Gear display...
  • Page 37 Tachometer consumption and the remaining fuel quantity. When the vehicle is propped on its side stand, the result- ing angle of inclination means that the sensor cannot regis- ter the fuel quantity correctly. For this reason, the range is only recalculated when the side stand is folded in.

  • Page 38: Sport View

    DISPLAYS SPORT VIEW SPORT 1 Maximum DTC torque re- duction Current DTC torque re- duction Tachometer Maximum braking decel- eration Current braking decelera- tion Current angle of inclina- tion Maximum angle of inclina- tion Unit for tachometer: 1000 RPM...
  • Page 39 SPORT 2 with sport style Maximum DTC torque re- Current lap time ( duction Unit for tachometer: Current DTC torque re- 1000 RPM duction Operating assistance Tachometer Difference between the last lap time and the ref- erence time, or difference between the current lap time and the reference time...

  • Page 40: My Vehicle View

    DISPLAYS MY VEHICLE VIEW START SCREEN Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( Odometer Service display ( Rear tire pressure ( Voltage of the vehicle electrical system 187) Front tire pressure...
  • Page 41 On-board computer and travel on-board computer The values on the left refer to the front wheel, and the values on the right refer to the rear ONBOARD COMPUTER wheel. menu TRIP COMPUTER The pressure differential is in- windows show the vehicle and dicated by the current and set- trip data, e.g.
  • Page 42 If the determined tire pressure is outside the permitted tolerance, the gen- eral warning light blinks red. For further information about the BMW Motorrad tire pres- sure control (TPM), see the Technology in detail ( 150) chapter.

  • Page 43: Indicator Lights

    Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, optimal values. Layout White circle with lowercase Warnings are indicated by the "i" 2: information. corresponding warning light. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the warning, value not optimal. general warning light in com- Red warning triangle 3: warn- bination with a dialog in the...
  • Page 44 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...
  • Page 45 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights External temper- is displayed. ature warning Radio-operated lights up yel- Remote key not in key outside re- low. range. ception range Keyless Ride mal- lights up yel- Keyless Ride function ( low.
  • Page 46 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm system battery is batt. capacity weak ( low. Anti-theft alarm Anti-theft system battery alarm battery discharged discharged. DWA malfunction Anti-theft alarm system failure. Engine tempera- lights up yel- Engine too hot! ture high ( low.
  • Page 47 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Tire pressure is blinks red. Tire pressure outside the ap- not at setpoint. proved tolerance Tire Press. Mon- range ( itor. Loss of pressure. Transmission fault " " Sensor faulty lights up yel- "...
  • Page 48 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Malfunction of lights up yel- Side stand moni- side stand moni- low. toring faulty tor ( ABS self-diagno- flashes regu- sis not completed larly. ABS fault ( lights up yel- Limited ABS low.
  • Page 49 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights DTC error lights up yel- Traction control low. failure! lights up. Limited DTC lights up yel- Traction control availability low. limited. lights up. D-ESA error lights up yel- Spring strut ad- low. justment faulty! Fuel has reached Low fuel.
  • Page 50 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!
  • Page 51 Outside temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice, even instrument cluster. above approx. 37 °F Engine heat can lead to spuri- (approx. 3 °C) ous measurement readings of Risk of accident the outside temperature when At a low outside temper- the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 52 The battery for the radio- Have a faulty radio-operated operated key is no longer key replaced by an authorized charged to full capacity. Op- BMW Motorrad retailer. eration of the radio-operated key is only ensured for a lim- Keyless Ride malfunction ited time.
  • Page 53 BMW Motorrad battery is defective. Switch off electrical loads that dealer. are not needed or disconnect...
  • Page 54 Left auxiliary as soon as possible. Please headlight faulty! contact a repair shop for Right auxiliary this purpose, preferably an headlight faulty! authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Tail light faulty! Possible cause: Brake light faulty! One or more light sources are faulty.
  • Page 55 Have the malfunction cor- No independent alarm. rected as soon as possible Arrange an appointment at a repair shop, preferably at a specialist work- an authorized BMW Motorrad shop. dealer. This fault message is only Anti-theft alarm system shown for a short time...
  • Page 56 Top up coolant. Have workshop. the cooling system checked at Possible cause: a repair shop, preferably by The DWA control unit has diag- an authorized BMW Motorrad nosed a communication fault. dealer. Contact a repair shop, Possible cause: preferably an authorized The temperature sensor has BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 57 Allow the engine to cool corrected as soon as possible down. Top up coolant. Have at a repair shop, preferably the cooling system checked at an authorized BMW Motorrad a repair shop, preferably by dealer. an authorized BMW Motorrad Engine in emergency dealer.
  • Page 58 BMW Motorrad an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. dealer. Possible cause: Serious fault in the engine The engine control unit has di-...
  • Page 59 Tire pressure is the limit Tire pressure is outside the range of approved tolerance approved tolerance range lights up yellow. blinks red. Tire pressure not at Tire pressure not at setpoint. Check tire setpoint. Stop im- pressure. mediately! Check tire Possible cause: pressure.
  • Page 60 In this case: On the back cover of the Have the fault corrected at rider's manual a repair shop, preferably an Instrument cluster in the TIRE authorized BMW Motorrad view PRESSURE dealer. Tire pressure table Possible cause: Have the tire checked by...
  • Page 61 Have the fault corrected at charged to full capacity. a repair shop, preferably an Operation of the Tire Pressure authorized BMW Motorrad Monitor is only ensured for a dealer. limited time. Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
  • Page 62 DISPLAYS Motorcycle has fallen over Contact a repair shop, preferably an authorized Cannot start engine. BMW Motorrad dealer. Stand motorcycle up- right. Switch ignition Emergency call function failed on/off. Start the en- with intelligent emergency gine. call Possible cause: lights up yellow.
  • Page 63 The ABS function is not rected as soon as possible available, as the self-diagnosis at a repair shop, preferably function has not been an authorized BMW Motorrad completed. (To check wheel dealer. speed sensors, the vehicle ABS failure must reach a minimum speed lights up yellow.
  • Page 64 The ABS func- rected as soon as possible tion is not available. at a repair shop, preferably You may continue riding. an authorized BMW Motorrad Take note of additional dealer. information on special situations that can lead to an...
  • Page 65 Possible cause: for the control action that was taken even after the critical rid- The DTC system was turned ing situation has passed. off by the rider. You may continue riding. Use Turn on the DTC. ( caution when riding. DTC error DTC self-diagnosis not lights up yellow.
  • Page 66 You may continue riding. Ob- rected as soon as possible serve additional information at a repair shop, preferably on situations that can lead to an authorized BMW Motorrad a DTC fault ( 144). Have the malfunction cor- dealer. rected as soon as possible...
  • Page 67 BMW Motorrad Possible cause: dealer. The Hill Start Control ( 153) was activated by the rider. Fuel has reached reserve Turn off the Hill Start Control. volume Operate Hill Start Control Pro. Low fuel. Ride to 102) the next filling Hill Start Control station.
  • Page 68 DISPLAYS Hill Start Control only func- preferably an authorized tions when the side stand is BMW Motorrad dealer. folded away. Hazard warning flasher Start engine. switched on Hill Start Control only func- flashes in green. tions with the engine running.
  • Page 69 Service is due because of the mileage or the date. Have service performed regularly by a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. The operating safety and road safety of the vehicle remains unchanged. The best-possible value reten- tion of the vehicle is ensured.
  • Page 70 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 71 WARNINGS OPERATING ELEMENTS OPERATION SETTINGS BLUETOOTH® OPERATING FOCUS NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE SOFTWARE VERSION LICENSE INFORMATION...

  • Page 72: Warnings

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGS OPERATING ELEMENTS Multi-Controller WARNING Operation of a smartphone while riding Risk of accident Observe the valid road traf- fic regulations. Do not use any smartphone while riding. Applications that do not involve operation Multi-Controller are exempt, such as phone Move the cursor up in lists calls using a hands-free sys- Increases the volume...

  • Page 73: Operation

    Rocker button MENU Navigation instructions are displayed as a dia- log if you have not gone to the menu. Operation Navigation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. OPERATION Go to the menu Briefly press the top of the MENU 1: In Menu view: Change a hier- archy level up.
  • Page 74 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER travel on-board computer Press down the bottom of (e.g. ). The informa- the rocker button MENU 2 to TRIP 2 tion can be displayed in the open the respective menu. upper status line. menu can Settings with tire pressure monitor only be called up when (TPM) stationary.
  • Page 75 displays are selected, only the (aver- Consumption 1 range is shown. age) (aver- Calling up the on-board Consumption 2 age) computer Go to the menu. My vehicle Riding time 1 Scroll to the right until the menu ONBOARD COMPUTER Riding time 2 screen is displayed.

  • Page 76: Settings

    Decrease volume: Turn the The pairing of the ve- Multi-Controller down. hicle with the current Mute: Turn the Multi-Con- BMW Motorrad Connected- troller all the way down. Ride account is reset. Configuring system settings BLUETOOTH® Turn on the ignition. (...
  • Page 77 The connection status for mo- nals, e.g. with operating bile end devices is displayed. system iOS, you must go to the Connecting a mobile end BMW Motorrad Connected App device before use. Carry out pairing. ( During the pairing process, the...
  • Page 78 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Observe the instructions for Select Pair new rider's the mobile end device. helmet Pair new pas- Confirm that the codes match. and confirm. seng. helmet The connection is established Helmets are searched for. and the connection status is blinks in the lower status updated.

  • Page 79: Operating Focus

    OPERATING FOCUS NAVIGATION with preparation for naviga- Warnings tion system WARNING Changing operating focus When the Navigator is con- Operation of a smartphone nected, you can change be- while riding tween operation of the Nav- Risk of accident igator and of the instrument Observe the valid road traf- cluster.
  • Page 80 Select destination and con- Entering destination address firm. Connect mobile terminal. Select Start guidance Entering special destinations Go to the BMW Motorrad Special destinations, e.g. land- Connected app and start the marks, can be displayed on guidance. Call up menu in the map.
  • Page 81 Select Select Start route guid- Edit route guid- and confirm. in the destination entry. ance ance Select to add the Add stop Specifying route criteria selected destination as a way- Call up menu Navigation point. Route criteria Select Start guidance The following criteria can be overwrite the current destina- selected:...

  • Page 82: Media

    The vehicle is connected to mum before starting a journey. a compatible mobile end de- vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- Adjust the volume. ( nected app is installed on the Next title: Briefly tilt Multi- mobile end device.

  • Page 83: Telephone

    Select Conversations with multiple Repeat (current track) or users A second telephone call can be TELEPHONE accepted during a conversa- Prerequisite tion. The first conversation will The vehicle is connected to a be put on hold. The number of compatible mobile end device active calls is displayed in the and a compatible helmet.
  • Page 84 OPERATION...
  • Page 85 IGNITION EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL LIGHTING DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D­ESA) RIDING MODE PRO RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL LAPTIMER HILL START CONTROL (HSC) SHIFTPOINT LIGHT ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (TPM) HEATED GRIPS SEAT STORAGE COMPARTMENT...

  • Page 86: Ignition

    OPERATION your person (e.g. in a jacket IGNITION pocket) and to also carry the Radio-operated key spare key as an alternative. The indicator light for the Range of Keyless Ride radio-operated key flashes radio-operated key as long as the radio-operated key is being searched for.
  • Page 87 Turning off the ignition Requirement Radio-operated key is within reception area. The steering lock can be un- locked by switching on the ignition. Steering lock is locked: Press and hold button 1. The steering lock can be Steering lock is unlocked. locked by switching off the Parking lights and all function ignition.
  • Page 88 Spare keys are available Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. only through an authorized Spare key has been detected. Engine can be started. BMW Motorrad dealer. As the Spare key can be removed. radio-operated keys are part of Start engine. ( 124)
  • Page 89 Replacing the battery of the radio-operated key If the radio-operated key does not respond when a button is pressed for a short or long time: The battery for the radio-op- erated key no longer has full capacity. Press button 1. Remote key battery Key bit folds open.

  • Page 90: Emergency-Off Switch

    EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH Engine turned off Operating position INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL with intelligent emergency call Emergency call via BMW Only press the SOS button in Emergency-off switch an emergency. Emergency call cannot be en- sured if the conditions are un- WARNING...
  • Page 91 Even if an emergency call via BMW is not possible, a call to a public emergency call number may be established. This de- pends on the respective mobile phone network and the national regulations.
  • Page 92 SOS button for two seconds or turn off the ignition. If possible, remove helmet and stop the engine. Voice contact to the BMW Call Center is established. Use the microphone 3 and speaker 4 to relay information to the rescue services.

  • Page 93: Lighting

    Open cover 1. Alternative: Pull the 1 switch Use the microphone 3 and if the ignition is turned on. speaker 4 to relay information High beams and headlight to the rescue services. flasher Emergency call in the event of Turn on the ignition. ( a heavy fall A heavy fall or crash has been detected.
  • Page 94 OPERATION roadside parking lights turn Turn ignition on and then off again to turn off the roadside parking lights. Auxiliary headlights with additional headlight Requirement The low beams must be turned Immediately after turning off the ignition, pull switch 1 back and hold until the head- The auxiliary headlights light courtesy delay feature...

  • Page 95: Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc)

    Hazard warning system Turn on the ignition. ( The hazard warning sys- tem places a load on the battery. Only switch the haz- ard warning lights system on briefly. Press button 1 to the left or right to turn on the turn sig- nals.
  • Page 96 OPERATION Turn on the DTC Press and hold button 1 un- til the DTC indicator light Press and hold button 1 un- changes its behavior. til the DTC indicator light The new DTC system sta- changes its behavior. is displayed. Immediately after the button 1 OFF! is pressed, the DTC system sta-...

  • Page 97: Electronic Chassis And Suspension Adjustment (D­esa)

    riding mode, the most re- cently selected DTC status is retained after turning on the ignition again. If the DTC indicator light lights up after turning the ignition off and on and then continuing to ride at the following minimum speed, a Press button 1 briefly to DTC fault has occurred.
  • Page 98 OPERATION with Dynamic ESA Pro required. Damping not changed. with Dynamic ESA Pro To adjust the damping rate: Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the desired setting is displayed. The damping cannot be adjusted while the motor- cycle is being ridden. Immediately after the button 1 is pressed, the chassis and suspension adjustment op-...
  • Page 99 Adjusting spring preload with Dynamic ESA Pro The selection arrow 4 is dis- To adjust the spring preload: Start engine. ( 124) played and goes away after the Repeatedly press and hold changeover of the status. button 1 until the desired set- The following settings are ting is displayed.

  • Page 100: Riding Mode

    RIDING MODE Activate or deactivate riding Use of the riding modes modes for the riding mode BMW Motorrad has developed preselection. riding scenarios for your vehicle The activated riding modes from which you can select the are available for selection.
  • Page 101 Depending on the riding mode or its configuration, the intervention of electronic stability control systems can be restricted. Possible restrictions are dis- played as a pop-up message, e.g. Caution! ABS set- ting. Press button 1. The ABS indicator light flashes irregularly.

  • Page 102: Pro Riding Mode

    OPERATION PRO RIDING MODE Adjustment options The DYNAMIC PRO riding mode can be set individually. Select Pro riding mode Turn on the ignition. ( Go to menu Settings hicle settings Riding You can scroll through the pos- mode preselection Select sible settings 3 and the related DYNAMIC PRO riding descriptions 4.

  • Page 103: Cruise Control

    Turning on cruise control CRUISE CONTROL with cruise control Displayed value while adjusting (Speed Limit Info not active) Slide switch 2 to the right. Button 1 is unlocked. Saving the speed The icon 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and in the upper status line.
  • Page 104 OPERATION Accelerating The speed is decreased by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time 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.

  • Page 105: Laptimer

    Resuming previous cruising Turning off cruise control speed Push switch 2 to the left. The system is turned off. Briefly push button 1 back Button 1 is locked. to return to the speed saved beforehand. LAPTIMER Cruise control is not de- with sport style activated by accelerating, Starting time recording...
  • Page 106 OPERATION recording for the next racing can be Reset Best Ever lap. used to reset the best ever The data of the preceding racing lap ( Best Ever race lap will be saved. Setting the Laptimer The time for the current lap Go to menu Settings restarts at...

  • Page 107: Hill Start Control (Hsc)

    ing or : Best ever Best Ever HILL START CONTROL (HSC) time measured. Display Best lap in progress When this function is acti- vated, the display does not show the difference between the last lap time and the ref- erence time, but rather the difference between the cur- rent lap time and the refer- ence time.
  • Page 108 OPERATION the handbrake or footbrake lever. 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 automatically. Apply brake lever 1 or foot- The selected setting is re- brake lever firmly and then tained even after the ignition...

  • Page 109: Shiftpoint Light

    Setting shifting flash If the throttle grip is de- Turn on the pressed as you are driving Shift light function. off, Hill Start Control Pro is de- Go to menu activated automatically. Settings hicle settings Con- disappears after the brake (under figuration Shift...
  • Page 110 OPERATION ton 1 on the radio-operated Confirmation tone sounds key again during the activa- twice (if programmed). DWA is armed. tion phase. Turn signals flash three times. Confirmation tone sounds three times (if programmed). Tilt sensor is deactivated. Alarm signal The DWA alarm signal can be triggered by: Tilt alarm sensor...
  • Page 111 Flashes 3x: Ignition is turned blink. The type of alarm tone on using an unauthorized igni- can be set by an authorized tion key BMW Motorrad dealer. Flashes 4x: DWA discon- nected from vehicle battery Flashes 5x: Tilt sensor 3 Deactivating the DWA Turn on the ignition.

  • Page 112: Tire Pressure Monitor (Tpm)

    OPERATION Possible settings Go to menu Settings : Set in- hicle settings Warning signal Turn creasing and decreasing or in- Target pressure on or off. termittent alarm tone. warn. : Activate the tilt Tilt sensor HEATED GRIPS sensor to monitor the inclina- with heated grips tion of the vehicle.

  • Page 113: Seat

    lieve the strain on the lock, The handlebar grips can be unlock the seat lock by turn- heated at three different lev- ing the ignition key 1 counter- els. clockwise. Low heater output Lift seat at rear and remove. Lay the seat on a clean sur- Medium heater output face.

  • Page 114: Storage Compartment

    OPERATION STORAGE COMPARTMENT Opening and closing the storage compartment ATTENTION High temperatures in the storage compartments, es- pecially in summer To open the storage compart- Damage to objects housed ment, press the button 1 and here, particularly electronic fold open the storage com- devices such as mobile partment lid.
  • Page 116 SETTING...
  • Page 117 MIRRORS HEADLIGHTS WINDSHIELD BRAKES CLUTCH FOOTREST SYSTEM...

  • Page 118: Mirrors

    If there are doubts as to the correct headlight range, have the setting checked by a repair shop, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Slide up protective cap 1 for screw connection on mirror arm.

  • Page 119: Windshield

    Adjusting the headlight range If the spring preload adjust- WARNING ment is no longer able to main- Adjusting the windshield tain the correct beam height to while driving avoid dazzling oncoming traffic Accident hazard owing to high vehicle payloads: Only adjust the windshield Adjust the height of the head- when the motorcycle is sta- light range at the adjustment...

  • Page 120: Clutch

    SETTING with Billet pack WARNING Adjusting the brake lever while driving Risk of accident Only adjust the brake lever when the vehicle is station- ary. Turn the adjustment lever 1 to the desired position. The adjustment wheel is easier to turn when the brake lever is pressed forward slightly.

  • Page 121: Footrest System

    The adjustment wheel is easier to turn when the clutch lever is pressed forward slightly. Adjustment options: From position A: Minimum distance between handlebar grip and clutch lever. Four steps toward position B Turn the adjustment wheel 1 to increase the distance be- into the desired position.
  • Page 122 SETTING The rotor 1 can be adjusted to 5 positions along the rotary axis. The rotor 1 can be adjusted to 3 positions along the longi- tudinal axis. Align the rotor 1 to the de- sired position and tighten the screw 2.
  • Page 123 Loosen screw 1. Install the foot plate 2 in the mount A or B. Turn the foot plate• 2 to the desired position. If the foot plate is set too high or too low, it can lead to problems with shifting. In the event of shifting prob- lems, check the toe piece set- ting.
  • Page 124 RIDING...
  • Page 125 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN SHIFTING BRAKES PARKING THE MOTORCYCLE REFUELING FASTENING MOTORCYCLE IN PLACE FOR TRANS- PORTATION...

  • Page 126: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 127 Reduced clearance in inclined Lowering the motorcycle position reduces the spring travel. with lowered This may result in reduction of the usual driving comfort. Motorcycles with lowered chas- Especially in two-up mode, sis have a reduced ground the spring preload should be clearance in angular position adjusted accordingly.
  • Page 128 RIDING Catalytic converter WARNING There is a danger of overheat- ing and damage if misfiring Inhalation of vapors that are causes unburned fuel to enter harmful to health the catalytic converter. Damage to health The following must be ob- Do not inhale vapors from served: operating fluids and plastics.

  • Page 129: Regular Check

    Danger of overheating Always before riding off Check operation of the brake system ( 163). ATTENTION Check operation of the light- Engine idling for a lengthy ing and signal system. period while at a standstill Check clutch function Overheating due to insuf- 167).

  • Page 130: Starting

    RIDING STARTING Starting the engine Turn on the ignition. Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. 124) ABS self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 125) DTC self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 126) Press and hold the starter Engage Neutral, or pull back button 1 until the engine the clutch lever if a gear is starts.
  • Page 131 ABS self-diagnosis After a longer standstill of the The operational readiness of vehicle, an animation is dis- the BMW Motorrad Integral played during the system start. ABS is checked through self- Phase 2 diagnosis. The self-diagnosis starts automatically when you The general warning light turn on the ignition.
  • Page 132 DTC self-diagnosis motorcycle must reach a The operational readiness of minimum speed with engine the BMW Motorrad DTC is running: min 3 mph (min checked through self-diagnosis. 5 km/h)) The self-diagnosis runs auto- If an DTC error is displayed af-...

  • Page 133: Breaking In

    Brake pads BREAKING IN New brake pads must be run Engine in before they achieve their op- In the period preceding the timum friction force. This re- break-in service, ride in fre- duction in braking effect can be quently changing engine load compensated for by exerting and engine speed ranges, greater pressure on the brake...

  • Page 134: Shifting

    Pro Gear Shift Assis- strong power-off reactions. tant, the cruise control is auto- BMW Motorrad recommends matically deactivated for safety shifting gears with clutch con- reasons. During upshifting, the trol in these driving situations.

  • Page 135: Brakes

    Locking up of the front wheel Shiftpoint light blinks at the is prevented by BMW Motorrad set frequency: The shifting ABS. speed will soon be reached With the frequently instructed Shiftpoint light goes off: Shift- "emergency braking,"...
  • Page 136 RIDING Descending mountain passes When riding in the rain and through puddles. After washing the vehicle. WARNING When riding on salted roads. Braking should be done pre- After working on the brakes dominantly using the rear due to oil or grease residues. When riding on soiled roads wheel brake when riding on or offroad.

  • Page 137: Parking The Motorcycle

    limits through misjudgments or riding errors. In extreme cases ATTENTION this my result in a fall. Poor ground conditions in Use on public roads area of stand On public roads, ABS Pro and Component damage cause by Dynamic Brake Control help tipping over make riding your motorcy- Always check that the...

  • Page 138: Refueling

    Requirement els or during longer station- For optimal fuel consumption, ary periods. Your authorized the fuel should be sulfur-free or BMW Motorrad dealer can pro- very low in sulfur content. vide you with more detailed information.
  • Page 139 Recommended fuel ATTENTION quality Contact of fuel and plastic Premium unleaded (93) (max. surfaces of 5% ethanol, E5) ROZ 98 Damage to surfaces (become 93 AKI unattractive or cloudy) Alternative fuel quality Immediately clean plastic surfaces after contact with Premium unleaded (91; fuel.
  • Page 140 RIDING Version 1 Requirement Within the after-run period Refuel with a fuel quality as specified above, but no higher than the lower edge of the fuel filler neck. This is the Slowly pull up the fuel cap maximum level. tab 1. If refueling is carried out Fuel filler cap unlocked.

  • Page 141: Fastening Motorcycle In Place For Trans- Portation

    2. Have the fault rectified as Install screws 1. soon as possible by a repair shop, preferably an authorized FASTENING MOTORCYCLE BMW Motorrad dealer. IN PLACE FOR TRANSPORTA- TION Protect all components, along which tensioning straps are routed, against being...
  • Page 142 RIDING ATTENTION ATTENTION Motorcycle tips to the side Pinching of components when raising Component damage Do not pinch components, Component damage cause by e.g. brake lines or wiring tipping over Secure the motorcycle harnesses. against tipping to the Lay tensioning belts over the side, preferably with the lower fork bridge in front on assistance of a second...
  • Page 143 pulled down with the springs compressed as much as pos- sible.
  • Page 144 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL...
  • Page 145 GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ENGINE DRAG TORQUE CONTROL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT RIDE-OFF ASSISTANT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...

  • Page 146: General Notes

    The footbrake lever acts The maximum braking force only on the rear wheel brake. that can be transferred to the The BMW Motorrad partial in- road is partially dependent on tegral ABS adapts the brake the coefficient of friction of the force distribution between the road surface.
  • Page 147 to the maximum transferable In what ways is the ABS braking force. This enables noticeable to the rider? the wheels to continue to If the ABS system has to re- turn and maintains riding duce the braking force due stability regardless of the road to the conditions described condition.
  • Page 148 What are the design features sage can be displayed. of the ABS? In addition to problems at the The BMW Motorrad ABS en- BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual sures riding stability on any sur- riding conditions can also result face within the limits of riding in a fault message: physics.
  • Page 149 How important is regular ABS Pro preventive maintenance? ABS Pro increases safety, par- ticularly for braking processes in curves. ABS Pro prevents the WARNING wheels from locking up, even Failure to have maintenance in the event that the brakes are performed on the brake sys- applied quickly.

  • Page 150: Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc)

    The curves. BMW Motorrad DTC can be ABS Pro is activated in switched off in such instances. the RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC riding modes. In the...

  • Page 151: Engine Drag Torque Control

    Under the following un- Riding in coasting overrun on usual riding conditions, a road with low coefficient of BMW Motorrad Traction friction (e.g. wet leaves). Control may be deactivated Hopping when shifting gears automatically. down. Hard brake onset in sporty Unusual riding conditions: riding style.

  • Page 152: Dynamic Esa

    Auto have to deal with adjusting the riding experience, you can se- load. lect from the following riding modes: BMW Motorrad recom- mends the chassis Auto and suspension adjustment. When the motorcycle is started and while it is being ridden,...
  • Page 153 RAIN Engine braking effect ROAD RAIN and ROAD: Maximum DYNAMIC engine braking effect and DYNAMIC PRO maximum stability. DYNAMIC and For each riding mode, a co- DYNAMIC PRO: Medium ordinated setting is available engine braking effect and for the following systems: high stability.
  • Page 154 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL roads or if using unsuitable DYNAMIC: Minimum support, tires. significant lift-off of the rear wheel is possible. Wheelie (DTC) - front wheel DYNAMIC PRO: The rear lifts off the road wheel lift-off detection is RAIN and DYNAMIC PRO: inactive.

  • Page 155: Dynamic Brake Control

    rear wheel is further reduced Detection of emergency compared to DYNAMIC. braking DYNAMIC PRO additionally: Emergency braking is de- The distribution of brake tected when the front wheel power to the rear wheel can brake is applied quickly and be adjusted individually. with force.

  • Page 156: Tire Pressure Monitor (Rdc)

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL If the gas is shut off (throt- the display for each tire. The tle position <5%) during the sensors continue to transmit intervention of the Dynamic the measured values for some Brake Control, the engine time after the vehicle comes to torque required by the ABS a stop.

  • Page 157: Gear Shift Assistant

    The tire pressures are Example shown in the instru- ment cluster with tempera- The following value is dis- ture compensation and are played in the instrument clus- always based on the follow- ter: ing tire air temperature: 33.4 psi (2.3 bar) 68 °F (20 °C) The shortfall is thus: Tire pressure gauges at filling...
  • Page 158 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Assistant Pro can execute a Desired target gear Engine speed new gear change. To achieve The position of the throttle optimum shift quality with grip the Gearshift Assistant Pro, the respective load condition The decision about using the (throttle position) must be kept Gearshift Assistant lies with constant before and during the...

  • Page 159: Ride-Off Assistant

    Behavior when the vehicle is RIDE-OFF ASSISTANT rolling back or slipping Hill Start Control function The brake pressure increases The Hill Start Control Pro drive- when the vehicle is rolling off assistant function prevents back with the Hill Start Con- uncontrolled rolling back on trol Pro activated.

  • Page 160: Adaptive Headlight

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL of approx. 1...1 mph (approx. Riding at slight to moderate 1...2 km/h). lean angle. The rider must brake the vehi- The speed is min 6 mph (min cle manually. 10 km/h). After two minutes, or if the The low beams are switched brake is actuated, the partial integral ABS brake system...
  • Page 162 MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 163 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT FRONT WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES RIMS WHEELS DRIVE CHAIN LIGHT SOURCES JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR...

  • Page 164: General Notes

    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.

  • Page 165: Onboard Vehicle Tool Kit

    FRONT WHEEL STAND Adjust the mirror arm. Installing front wheel stand 112) Open-ended wrench ATTENTION Key range: 8/10 mm Use of BMW Motorrad front Disconnecting battery wheel stand without addi- from motorcycle. tional center or auxiliary 188) stand Reversible screwdriver...

  • Page 166: Rear-Wheel Stand

    Lifting off the center stand if suitable auxiliary stand for the vehicle is raised too high each vehicle. Your authorized Component damage caused BMW Motorrad dealer will be by tipping over very happy to assist you in When raising the motorcy- choosing the suitable auxiliary cle, make sure that the cen- stand.

  • Page 167: Engine Oil

    To prevent unnecessary Read oil level on the display 1. pollution of the environ- ment, BMW Motorrad recom- mends checking the engine oil after riding min 31 miles (min 50 km).
  • Page 168 Have the oil level corrected Top up the engine oil to the at a repair shop, preferably specified level. an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Engine oil, top-up quan- tity Topping up the engine oil Park the motorcycle, making max 1.4 quarts (max 1.3 l)

  • Page 169: Brake System

    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 1.0 mm)
  • Page 170 BMW Motorrad of the brake pad thickness. dealer. Direction of view: from rear, If original BMW Motorrad looking at brake pads 1. brake pads are not installed, be sure to check the thickness of the brake pad carrier plate.
  • Page 171 Have brake pads renewed at a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the front brake fluid level with center stand Make sure the ground is level...
  • Page 172 1. soon as possible by a repair The brake fluid level in the shop, preferably an authorized brake fluid reservoir drops BMW Motorrad dealer. due to brake pad wear. Checking the rear brake fluid level Position the motorcycle ver- tically, making sure that the ground is firm and level.

  • Page 173: Clutch

    Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. CLUTCH Checking the clutch function Pull the clutch lever. The resistance point must be clearly perceptible.

  • Page 174: Coolant

    MAINTENANCE Checking clutch lever play Adjusting clutch lever play Operate clutch lever 1 until Loosen lock nut 1. To increase clutch pedal free resistance is felt. Measure the clutch pedal free play: Turn the screw 2 into play A between the handlebar the handlebar fitting.
  • Page 175 Topping up coolant WARNING Opening the radiator cap Risk of burning Do not open the radiator cap when it is hot. Check the coolant level ex- clusively at the expansion Check coolant level at expan- tank and top up if necessary. sion tank 1.

  • Page 176: Tires

    MAINTENANCE Park the motorcycle, making Coolant top-up quantity sure the ground is level and firm. 0.2 quarts (0.15 l) (Difference Check tire pressure against between MIN and MAX) data below. 2.5 quarts (2.4 l) (Entire Front tire pressure coolant circuit) FROSTOX HT­12 (Coolant) 33.4 psi (2.3 bar) (One-up Check the coolant level.

  • Page 177: Rims

    Wear marks are inte- preferably an authorized grated into the main BMW Motorrad dealer, after grooves on every tire. If the tire a fall or a significant impact tread has worn down to the (e.g. riding through a pot- level of the marks, the tire is hole).
  • Page 178 If you want to convert your motorcycle to different wheels, please contact a repair shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. In some cases the data stored in the control units must be adapted to the new wheel sizes. Detach wheel speed sensor...
  • Page 179 Raise the front of motor- Damage to the wheel speed cycle, preferably using a sensor. ABS malfunction BMW Motorrad front wheel The left clamp fixes the stand, until the front wheel threaded bushing in position rotates freely. and must not be loosened Mount the front wheel stand.
  • Page 180 Have the tightening torques checked by a repair shop, Remove the quick-release preferably by an authorized axle 1 while supporting the BMW Motorrad dealer. front wheel. Place front wheel down and roll it forward out of the front ATTENTION suspension.
  • Page 181 Lubricant Unirex N3 Lift the front wheel and install the quick-release axle 1 using an appropriate torque. Quick-release axle in threaded bush Clamping bolts in sub- M24 x 1.5 frame 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alter- nating between one and the other each time M8 x 35...
  • Page 182 MAINTENANCE Removing the rear wheel Radial brake calipers on Raise motorcycle, preferably the axle adapter using a BMW Motorrad rear- M10 x 65 wheel stand. 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Mount the rear-wheel stand. 160) Insert the wheel speed sensor Support the rear wheel, e.g.
  • Page 183 Loosen the adjustment screws 3 on the left and right. Remove the adjustment plate 4 and push the axle in as far as possible. Remove screw 1 and detach brake line from bracket 2. Remove the quick-release axle 2 and take out the ad- justment plate 1.
  • Page 184 Have the new parameters with arrows. encoded by a repair shop, Lubricant preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Unirex N3 ATTENTION Tightening screw connec- tions with incorrect tighten- ing torque Damage to or loosening of...
  • Page 185 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. Lubricate judder damper ele- Make sure that the wheel ments 2 and install them.
  • Page 186 MAINTENANCE mounting bracket and rear wheel. Make sure that the quick-re- lease axle meets the recess for mounting flats. Roll the rear wheel as far forward as possible and lay the chain 1 on the camshaft sprocket. Insert the left-hand adjust- ment plate 1.

  • Page 187: Drive Chain

    camshaft sprocket and measure the chain sag A. WARNING Chain sag Brake pads do not contact the brake disc 1.8...2 in (45...50 mm) (Mo- Risk of accident due to de- torcycle unloaded on side layed braking effect. Before driving off, check stand) that the braking effect kicks If the chain sag is outside the...
  • Page 188 Lock nut of the drive To extend and maximize chain tensioning screw the chain's service life BMW Motorrad recommends 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) using BMW Motorrad chain lubricant or: Tighten nut 1 to the specified torque. Lubricant Rear-wheel quick-re- lease axle in swinging Chain spray, O-ring compati- Wipe off excess lubricant.
  • Page 189 To extend and maximize the chain's service life Permissible chain length BMW Motorrad recommends using BMW Motorrad chain max 5.7 in (max 144 mm) lubricant or: (Measured over the center of Lubricant 10 rivets, drive chain under...

  • Page 190: Light Sources

    Contact a repair shop, Electrocution preferably an authorized Do not touch parts of the BMW Motorrad dealer. ignition system when the LIGHT SOURCES engine is running. Replacing the LED light source ATTENTION...
  • Page 191 ATTENTION Jump-starting with a voltage higher than 12 V Damage to the motorcycle's electronics The battery of the donor vehicle must not exceed a voltage of 12 V. Begin by connecting one end of the red jumper cable to Do not disconnect battery the positive terminal of the from onboard electrical sys- discharged battery 2 and the...

  • Page 192: Battery

    BMW Motorrad has de- Compliance with the points veloped a trickle-charger below is important in order to specially designed for compat-...
  • Page 193 BMW Motorrad dealer. ATTENTION Charging connected battery Improper battery chargers connected to a socket ATTENTION Damage to battery charger and vehicle electronics Charging the battery con- Use suitable BMW battery nected to the vehicle using chargers. You can obtain...
  • Page 194 MAINTENANCE Charging disconnected battery Disconnecting battery from motorcycle. ( 188) Charge battery using a suit- able charger. Comply with operating instructions of charger. Once battery is fully charged, disconnect charger's terminal Remove the positive terminal clips from battery terminals. cover 1. In the case of longer peri- ods when the motorcycle is not being used, the battery...
  • Page 195 Connecting battery to vehicle Remove screws 1. Loosen the holder 2 from the First install the positive bat- bracket 3 and remove it. tery cable 2. Lift the battery 4 up and out; Then install the negative bat- use tilting movements in the tery cable 1.

  • Page 196: Fuses

    Turn off the ignition. electrical system checked by Park the motorcycle, making a repair shop, preferably a sure the ground is level and BMW Motorrad dealer. firm. Reinsert the fuse box 2. Make Remove the seat. ( 107) sure that the lock 1 snaps in on both sides.

  • Page 197: Diagnostic Connector

    Fuse layout Vehicle experiences malfunc- tions Do not have the diagnos- tic socket disconnected ex- cept during BMW Motorrad service by a repair shop or other authorized persons. Have work carried out by appropriately trained per- 15 A sonnel.
  • Page 198 MAINTENANCE Press locking mechanisms 1. Detach the diagnostic socket 2 from the holder 3. The interface for the diagnos- tics and information system can be connected to the diag- nostic connector 2. Fastening the diagnostic connector Disconnect the interface for the diagnostics and informa- tion system.
  • Page 200 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 201 GENERAL NOTES SOCKET USB CHARGING SOCKET CASE TOPCASE NAVIGATION SYSTEM...

  • Page 202: General Notes

    Cable layout stances. The cables from the on-board Use only parts and acces- sockets to the auxiliary de- sories approved by BMW for vices must be routed in such your motorcycle. a way that they do not im- pede the rider.

  • Page 203: Usb Charging Socket

    If the maximum loadability To protect against water and specified in the technical data vibrations, BMW Motorrad is exceeded, the onboard recommends the use of the socket is switched off. BMW Motorrad smartphone protective sleeve.

  • Page 204: Case

    ACCESSORIES Cable layout Release lever 2 is in the folded-out position. When routing the cables, en- Press the clasps 3 of the case sure that the cables cannot get lid into the locks 4. Ensure jammed. that no objects are trapped CASE between lid and case.
  • Page 205 Lift the case 1 and remove it Press the release lever 1 from the brackets 2. down. Lever 1 audibly snaps in. Attaching a case Turn the key 2 to the LOCK position and remove it. Maximum payload and maximum speed Observe maximum payload and maximum speed.

  • Page 206: Topcase

    ACCESSORIES Closing topcase TOPCASE with topcase with topcase, large with luggage rack Opening topcase Pull the release lever 1 all the way up. Close Topcase lid and hold it down. Ensure that nothing gets trapped between the lid Turn the key in the topcase and case.
  • Page 207 Removing the topcase Installing the topcase WARNING Topcase not properly se- cured Driving safety is impaired Topcase must not shake and must be fastened clearance- free. Turn the key in the topcase Fold the carrying handle up to lock to the 1 position. the stop.

  • Page 208: Navigation System

    Press the carrying handle 1 tion system down until it snaps in. with navigation system The navigation prepa- ration is suitable for BMW Motorrad Navigator IV and later. The locking system of the Mount Cradle offers no protection against theft. Remove the navigation system...
  • Page 209 Press in the locking mecha- Remove navigation system nism 3. and install cover The Mount Cradle is unlocked with preparation for naviga- and the cover 1 can be tion system removed with a rotational with navigation system movement toward the front. ATTENTION Dust and dirt on the con- tacts of the Mount Cradle...
  • Page 210 ACCESSORIES If the BMW Motorrad ConnectedRide Navigator is installed and the operating focus is changed to the Navigator ( 73), some of its functions can be operated directly from the handlebars. If the BMW Motorrad ConnectedRide Navigator is Mount the cover 1 in the...
  • Page 211 The ConnectedRide Naviga- tor is equipped with an auto- matic operating focus changer. For more information, see the operating instructions of the ConnectedRide Navigator. Security settings The safety instructions in the operating instructions of the BMW Motorrad ConnectedRide Navigator must be observed.
  • Page 212 CARE...
  • Page 213 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING SENSITIVE VEHICLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...

  • Page 214: Care Products

    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.

  • Page 215: Cleaning Sensitive Vehicle Parts

    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-...

  • Page 216: Care Of Paintwork

    Carefully clean chrome parts Do not use silicone sprays with plenty of water and mo- or care products that con- torcycle cleaner of the BMW tain silicone. Care Products series. This is Treat rubber parts with water particularly important in case of or BMW rubber care product.

  • Page 217: Paint Preservation

    Completely fill the motorcy- It is recommended to use cle's fuel tank. BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner Fuel additives clean the and then apply BMW Motorrad fuel injection system and high-gloss polish to preserve the combustion area. Fuel ad- the paint.
  • Page 218 CARE Observe checklist ( 123).
  • Page 220 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 221 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART THREADED CONNECTIONS FUEL ENGINE OIL COOLANT ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION REAR-WHEEL DRIVE FRAME RUNNING GEAR BRAKES WHEELS AND TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE DATA...

  • Page 222: Troubleshooting Chart

    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 Shift transmission to neutral or disengaged disengage clutch.
  • Page 223 77). Active destination guidance is not displayed in the instrument cluster. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Go to the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile terminal before transferred. riding.

  • Page 224: Threaded Connections

    TECHNICAL DATA THREADED CONNECTIONS 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 calipers on the axle adapter...
  • Page 225 Rear wheel Value Valid Swinging-arm adapter on rear wheel swing- ing arm M8 x 30 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) Spring strut on the relay lever M12 x 1.5 x 75- 10.9 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) micro-encapsulated Mirrors Value Valid Mirror with lock nut on adapter M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread,...

  • Page 226: Fuel

    Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4.0 l), with filter replacement Specification SAE 5W-40, API SJ/ 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. BMW recommends...

  • Page 227: Coolant

    Engine oil, top-up quantity max 1.4 quarts (max 1.3 l), Difference between MIN and BMW recommends COOLANT Coolant top-up quantity 0.2 quarts (0.15 l), Difference between MIN and MAX 2.5 quarts (2.4 l), Entire coolant circuit FROSTOX HT­12, Coolant ENGINE...

  • Page 228: Clutch

    TECHNICAL DATA CLUTCH Clutch design Multiple-disc oil bath (anti- hopping) with self-reinforce- ment TRANSMISSION Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed manual transmission integrated in en- gine housing REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Chain 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),...

  • Page 229: Running Gear

    RUNNING GEAR Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks Spring travel, front 5.9 in (150 mm), on wheel with lowered 4.7 in (120 mm), on wheel Rear wheel Type of rear-wheel guide Two-arm aluminum swinging Design of rear-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring and expansion tank, ad-...

  • Page 230: Wheels And Tires

    Wear limit WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combina- An overview of the current tions tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer. Speed category of front/rear W, minimum requirement: tires 168 mph (270 km/h) Front wheel Front wheel design...

  • Page 231: Electrical System

    Tire pressure Front tire pressure 33.4 psi (2.3 bar), One-up mode, with cold tires 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Two-up mode with load, with cold tires Rear tire pressure 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), One-up mode, with cold tires 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Two-up mode with load, with cold tires ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Fuses...

  • Page 232: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    TECHNICAL DATA Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and NGK LMAR9FI-10G designation Light sources All light sources ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM Activation time Approx. 30 s Alarm duration Approx. 28 s Battery type (For Keyless Ride CR 2032 radio-operated key) DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 84.9 in (2156 mm), over rear wheel Motorcycle height...

  • Page 233: Weights

    with lowered 31.1 in (790 mm), without rider, at DIN unloaded vehi- cle weight Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 75 in (1905 mm), without heel rider, at DIN unloaded vehi- cle weight with M sport seat, low 73.6 in (1870 mm), without rider, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with rider's seat, low...

  • Page 234: Performance Data

    TECHNICAL DATA PERFORMANCE DATA Maximum speed >124 mph (>200 km/h) Maximum speed for riding max 112 mph (max with case 180 km/h) Maximum speed when riding max 112 mph (max with a loaded topcase 180 km/h)
  • Page 236 SERVICE...
  • Page 237 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...

  • Page 238: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, the NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems between you, your autho- rizedBMW 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...

  • Page 239: Bmw Motorrad Service

    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.

  • Page 240: Bmw Motorrad Mobility Services

    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...
  • Page 241 620 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...

  • Page 242: Maintenance Schedule

    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...

  • Page 243: Bmw Motorrad Break-In Service

    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...

  • Page 244: Maintenance Confirmations

    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...
  • Page 245 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...
  • Page 246 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...
  • Page 247 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...
  • Page 248 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...
  • Page 249 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...
  • Page 250 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...
  • Page 251 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...
  • Page 252 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...
  • Page 253 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...
  • Page 254 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...
  • Page 255 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...

  • Page 256: Service Confirmations

    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...
  • Page 257 Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 258 RADIO EQUIPMENT TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER RADIO EQUIPMENT ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER KEYLESS RIDE KEY KEYLESS RIDE ECU RADIO EQUIPMENT INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL RADIO EQUIPMENT TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) CERTIFICATION TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL...

  • Page 259: Radio Equipment Tft Instrument Cluster

    RADIO EQUIPMENT TFT IN- Changes or modifications not STRUMENT CLUSTER expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance For all Countries without EU could void the user's author- Model name: ICC6.5in ity to operate the equipment. Manufacturer Le présent appareil est con- Robert Bosch GmbH forme aux CNR d'Industrie Robert Bosch Str.

  • Page 260: Radio Equipment Electronic Immobiliser

    APPENDIX could void the user's author- Le présent appareil est con- ity to operate the equipment. forme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux ap- RADIO EQUIPMENT ELEC- pareils radio exempts de li- TRONIC IMMOBILISER cence. L'exploitation est au- For all countries without EU torisée aux deux conditions suivantes : Model name: EWS 4...

  • Page 261: Keyless Ride Key

    Changes or modifications not (1) This device may not cause expressly approved by the party interference. responsible for compliance (2) This device must accept could void the user's author- any interference, including in- ity to operate the equipment. terference that may cause un- RF Exposure Requirements desired operation of the device.

  • Page 262: Keyless Ride Ecu

    APPENDIX licence. L’exploitation est responsible for compliance could void the user's author- autorisée aux deux conditions ity to operate the equipment. suivantes : (1) L’appareil ne doit pas pro- KEYLESS RIDE ECU duire de brouillage; For all Countries without EU (2) L’utilisateur de l'appareil doit acceptor tout brouillage Model name: HUF8485...

  • Page 263: Radio Equipment Intelligent Emergency Call

    RADIO EQUIPMENT INTELLI- Avis d’Industrie Canada sur l’ex- GENT EMERGENCY CALL position aux rayonnements Cet appareil est conforme For all countries without EU aux limites d’exposition aux Model name: TL1P22 rayonnements d’Industrie Manufacturer Canada pour un environment LG ELECTRONICS INC. non contrôlé.

  • Page 264: Radio Equipment Tyre Pressure Control (Rdc)

    APPENDIX part 15 of the FCC Rules. Changes or modifications not These limits are designed to expressly approved by the provide reasonable protection grantee of this device could against harmful interference in void the user's authority to a residential installation. This operate the equipment.

  • Page 265: Certification Tire Pressure Control

    Model name: CERTIFICATION TIRE PRES- Wus moto gen 3 SURE CONTROL Manufacturer LDL Technology S.A.S. United States (USA) Parc Technologique du Canal, 3 FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 rue Giotto, 31520 Ramonville, This device complies with Part France 15 of the FCC Rules and with Technical information Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 266 APPENDIX torisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas pro- duire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonction- nement. WARNING: Changes or mod- ifications not expressively ap- proved by the party responsi- ble for compliance could void...
  • Page 268 INDEX Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Breaking in, 127 Checking the front, 163 Displays, 57 Checking the rear, 164 Indicator lights, 57, 58 Brakes Self-diagnosis, 125 ABS Pro, 143 Technology in detail, 140 ABS Pro depends on riding Air filter mode, 130 Position in vehicle, 19 Adjusting the handlebar...
  • Page 269 Clutch, 114 Emergency call Adjusting play, 168 automatically, for a heavy Checking function, 167 fall, 87 Checking play, 168 automatically, for a minor Technical data, 222 fall, 86 Coolant Button, 22 Checking the fill level, 168 Indicator lights, 56 Technical data, 221 Language, 85 manual, 85 Notes, 11...
  • Page 270 INDEX Fuel reserve Hill Start Control Pro Indicator lights, 61 Operating, 102 Range, 31 Setting, 101 Fuses Technology in detail, 153 Position on vehicle, 20 Horn, 21 Replacing, 190 Technical data, 225 Immobilizer Spare key, 81 Indicator lights, 24 Gearshift assistant, 128 ABS, 57, 58 Gear not taught in, 62 Anti-theft alarm system, 49...
  • Page 271 Instrument cluster Operating headlight Operating, 64, 67, 68 flasher, 87 Operating element, 21 Operating high beams, 87 Overview, 24, 29, 30 Operating the auxiliary Selecting the display, 66 headlights, 88 Parking lights, 87 Roadside parking lights, 88 Jump-starting, 184 Lowered suspension Limitations, 121 Keyless Ride Luggage...
  • Page 272 INDEX Navigation Radio-operated key Operating, 73 Indicator lights, 45, 46 Replacing the battery, 83 Onboard vehicle toolkit Indicator lights, 53, 54, 55 Contents of onboard Technology in detail, 150 toolkit, 159 Rear-wheel drive Position on vehicle, 20 Technical data, 222 Operating focus Rear-wheel stand change, 73...
  • Page 273 Shifting gears Spark plugs, 226 Shiftpoint light, 129 Transmission, 222 Socket Weights, 227 Information on use, 196 Wheels and tires, 224 Position on vehicle, 18 Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC Spark plugs Display, 35 Technical data, 226 Tires Speed control, 21 Breaking in, 127 Operating, 97 Checking tire pressure, 170...
  • Page 274 INDEX Warning lights, 24 Overview, 28 Weights Payload table, 18 Technical data, 227 Wheels Checking rims, 171 Installing the front wheel, 174 Installing the rear wheel, 178 Removing the front wheel, 172 Removing the rear wheel, 176 Size change, 171 Technical data, 224 Windshield Adjusting element, 19...
  • Page 275 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...
  • Page 276 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), One-up mode, with cold tires 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Two-up mode with load, with cold tires You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw-motorrad.com Order No.: 01 40 5 A90 A66 *01405A90A66* 08-2023, 1st edition, 07...

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