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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL R 18 B MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
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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)
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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.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TFT DISPLAY Quick & easy reference General notes Abbreviations and symbols Principle Equipment Pure Ride view Technical data Splitscreen Currency General settings Additional sources of information Bluetooth Certificates and operating licences WIFI Data memory My vehicle Intelligent emergency call system On-board computer Navigation Media...
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Tyres SERVICE Wheel rims Wheels Lighting Reporting safety-relevant de- Jump-starting fects Battery BMW Motorrad Service Fuses BMW Motorrad Service history Diagnostic connector BMW Motorrad mobility ser- vices Maintenance work ACCESSORIES Maintenance schedule Maintenance confirmations General notes Service confirmations Power sockets...
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Certificate for electronic immob- iliser Certificate for Keyless Ride Certificate for tyre pressure con- trol (Reifendruck-Control, RDC) INDEX...
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QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM...
DANGER High-risk hazard. Non-avoid- ance leads to fatal or severe injury. EQUIPMENT ATTENTION Special notes and precau- When you ordered your BMW Motorrad, you tionary measures. Non-compliance can chose various items of custom equipment. lead to damage to the vehicle or accessory...
Each vehicle is identified with a clear vehicle tion supplied in the Rider's Manual. Nor can identification number. Depending on the BMW Motorrad entirely rule out errors and country, the vehicle identification number, omissions. We hope you will appreciate that...
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Response of the vehicle in special riding The vehicle owner can also request that a BMW Motorrad retailer or another qualified situations, for example engagement of the service partner or specialist workshop read driving dynamics systems...
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BMW Motorrad retailer or another qual- Services ified service partner or specialist workshop. General If the vehicle has a wireless connection, this Data input and data transfer in the vehicle enables the exchange of data between the General vehicle and other systems.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS SIM card INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM The intelligent emergency call system oper- with intelligent emergency call ates via the mobile phone network using the SIM card installed in the vehicle. The SIM Principle card is permanently logged into the mobile The intelligent emergency call system en- phone network to enable rapid connection ables manual or automatic emergency calls,...
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Sent information When making an emergency call using the intelligent emergency call system, the system forwards the same information to the desig- nated emergency call centre as is forwarded to the public emergency operations centre by the statutory emergency call system eCall. In addition, the intelligent emergency call system sends the following additional in- formation to an emergency call centre com-...
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GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE OVERALL VIEW OF COCKPIT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Power socket ( 154) Toolkit (in the case) ( 132) Diagnostic socket (behind the side trim panel) ( 150) Reverser ( Type plate...
GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Brake-fluid reservoir, front ( 137) Vehicle Identification Number Engine oil level indicator ( 133) Remote ground terminal ( 144) Oil filler opening (under the cylinder head cover) ( 134) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 138) Remote positive terminal ( 144) Fuses (behind the side trim panel) 149)
GENERAL VIEWS OVERALL VIEW OF COCKPIT USB charging interface (in storage compartment) ( Fuel filler neck ( 114) Power socket ( 154) Payload table (on inside of the stor- age compartment flap) Tyre pressures table (on inside of the storage compartment flap)
GENERAL VIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Central locking system ( Ignition ( Emergency-off switch (kill switch) Starter button ( 109) with reverser Reverser (...
TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Speed Limit Info ( Hill Start Control ( Speedometer Adaptive cruise control ( Distance control (Active Cruise Con- trol ACC) ( Rider info. status line ( Riding mode ( Recommendation to upshift ( Gear indicator; "N" indicates neutral. Splitscreen ( Clock ( Connection status (...
STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( Speedometer Adaptive cruise control ( Distance control (Active Cruise Con- trol ACC) ( Rider info. status line ( Riding mode ( Gear indicator; "N" indicates neutral. Splitscreen ( Clock ( Connection status ( Operating pointer ( Central locking system (...
POWER RESERVE INDICATOR Check Control display The messages differ in how they show on The power reserve indicator shows the per- the display. Different colours and symbols centage of total drive power that remains in are used depending on priority: reserve to be called up when needed.
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STATUS INDICATORS White: (---) No valid value available. Dashes are displayed instead of a numerical value. The assessment of some values is only possible from a certain journey dura- tion or speed. If a measured value is still not being displayed because the conditions for measurement have not been met, dashes are displayed instead as a placeholder.
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Warnings, overview Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights is displayed. Outside temperature warning ( lights up yellow. Radio-operated key out Remote key not in range. of range ( lights up yellow. Keyless Ride failed Keyless Ride failure lights up yellow. Replace battery of radio- Remote key battery operated key (...
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up. Drive malfunction Engine! flashes red. Serious drive malfunction Serious fault in the en- gine control! flashes. lights up yellow. Engine in emergency- Fault in the engine con- operation mode ( trol.
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Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up yellow. Emergency call function Emergency call failed ( system error. lights up yellow. Side stand monitoring is Side stand monitoring faulty ( faulty. flashes. ABS self-diagnosis not completed ( lights up yellow. ABS fault ( Limited ABS availabil- ity!
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights is displayed. Hill Start Control cannot be activated ( HSC not available. En- gine not running. lights up yellow. The temperature of Brake temp. high! the brakes is too high lights up yellow. Temperature of brake Brake temp.
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Have the faulty radio-operated key re- line of the TFT display. placed by an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Outside temperature warning Keyless Ride failed is displayed.
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- sible by a specialist workshop, preferably Vehicle voltage critical! an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Consumers were switched off. Bulb faulty Check battery condition. lights up yellow.
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Front right turn Have LED light sources replaced as com- indicator faulty! plete units; consult a specialist workshop, Low-beam headlight faulty! preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Front side light faulty! Light control failed lights up yellow. with daytime riding light...
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If engine overheating is a frequent occur- rence, have the fault rectified as quickly as Riding with overheated engine possible by a specialist workshop, prefer- Engine damage ably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Compliance with the information set out below is essential.
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Serious drive malfunction not be available. flashes red. Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- sible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. flashes. Serious fault in engine control flashes red. Serious fault in the engine control! Riding at mod.
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'General' warning light flashes red. For further information about BMW Motorrad RDC, see the section entitled "Engineering details" ( 126). The values on the left are for the front wheel; those on the right are for the rear Tyre pressure in limit range of the wheel.
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Have the tyre checked for damage by a Find the correct tyre pressures in the fol- specialist workshop, preferably an author- lowing places: ised BMW Motorrad retailer. Back cover of the rider's manual If you are unsure whether the vehicle can be Instrument cluster in the...
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RDC sensor battery weak. Func- Consult a specialist workshop, preferably tion limited. Have it checked an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. by a specialist workshop. Tyre pressure warnings not available. This error message shows briefly only after the Pre-Ride-Check completes.
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(The Consult a specialist workshop, preferably motorcycle has to reach a defined min- an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. imum speed with the engine running for the wheel sensors to be checked: min Emergency call function failed...
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( 121). ASC restricted Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- lights up yellow. sible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. shows. ASC intervention quick-flashes. Traction control limited! On- ward journey possible. Ride The ASC has detected a degree of instabil-...
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- Hill Start Control cannot be activated sible by a specialist workshop, preferably with Hill Start Control an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. is displayed. Automatic load compensation failed lights up yellow. HSC not available. Engine not run- ning.
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Possible cause: BMW Motorrad retailer. The control unit has detected a fault. Bear in mind that adaptive cruise control Temperature of audio system too high and distance control (Active Cruise Control Audio system too hot: Level 3 ACC) are not available.
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If the service-due indicator appears sible by a specialist workshop, preferably more than a month before the service an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. date, the current date has to be corrected. This situation can occur if the battery was Fuel down to reserve disconnected.
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Possible cause: Service is overdue because of the driving performance or the date. Have your motorcycle serviced regularly by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad retailer. The vehicle remains operationally reliable and roadworthy. The vehicle retains its value.
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IGNITION INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL LIGHTING ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL DISTANCE CONTROL (ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACC) HILL START CONTROL REVERSER HEATING STORAGE COMPARTMENT CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM CASES SEAT...
OPERATION Ignition, lights and all function circuits IGNITION switched off. Radio-operated key Unlocking steering lock The telltale light for the radio-operated Requirement key flashes while the search for the Steering lock is engaged. Radio-operated radio-operated key is in progress. key is within range. The light goes out as soon as the radio-op- erated key or the emergency key is found.
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ASC self-diagnosis is performed. ( 111) Battery of the radio-operated key is empty or loss of the radio-operated key Version 2: Steering lock is engaged; press and hold down button 1. The steering lock disengages. Side lights and all function circuits switched on.
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Press button 1. If you lose an ignition key, you can have it Key bit flips out. barred by your authorised BMW Motorrad Push battery cover 2 up. retailer. Remove battery 3. If you wish to do this, you will need to bring Dispose of the old battery in accordance all other keys for the motorcycle with you.
The language for the emergency call can only be changed by the Operation of the kill switch while riding BMW Motorrad partner. The language Risk of fall due to rear wheel locking assigned to the vehicle differs from the Do not operate the kill switch when rid- display languages that can be selected by ing.
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OPERATION Automatic emergency call The intelligent emergency call is active after the ignition is switched on and reacts if a fall or crash occurs. Emergency call in the event of a light fall A light fall or a crash was detected. An acoustic signal is sounded.
Side light The side lights switch on automatically when the ignition is switched on. The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary. High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Switch on the ignition ( 48).
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OPERATION Parking lights Switch on the ignition ( 48). Call up the menu and then se- Switching off ignition ( 49). Settings lect Vehicle settings Select and switch Lights Auto. day- on or off. time light is displayed. If the ambient brightness decreases be- low a certain value (e.g.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Activation Switch on the ignition ( 48). Adapting DWA ( 57). Switching off ignition ( 49). If the anti-theft alarm system (DWA) is ac- tivated, the alarm system is armed auto- matically when you switch the ignition off. Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete.
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An alarm lasts for approximately 26 seconds. While an alarm is in progress an alarm tone sounds and the turn indicators flash. The type of acoustic alarm tone can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer.
Settings Vehicle set- Using riding modes and select tings Alarm system BMW Motorrad has developed operational The following adaptation settings are avail- scenarios for your motorcycle from which able: you can select the scenario suitable for your Adapt Warning signal...
OPERATION Setting riding mode With the motorcycle at a standstill, the se- lected mode is activated after approxim- Switch on the ignition ( 48). ately 2 seconds. The following conditions must be satisfied for activation of a new riding mode while riding: Throttle grip is in idle position.
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Setting road speed Push button 1 forward and hold it in this position. Speed is increased in steps of 10 km/h or 5 mph, as applicable. The current speed is maintained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again. Decelerating Depending on which unit of speed is selected in the instrument cluster,...
OPERATION Automatic deactivation Switching off cruise control Adaptive cruise control is deactivated auto- matically in the following situations: When engine speed drops below the min- imum threshold (to prevent stalling). After several seconds when the vehicle is ridden at minimum engine speed. On ABS or ASC intervention.
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Safety information WARNING WARNING ACC is not functional in certain situ- ations ACC does not relieve the motorcyclist of Risk of accident due to non-application of their responsibility to ride safely the brakes and prompt to assume control Risk of accident due to misjudgement by The radar requires a clear viewing the system panel for object detection to work well.
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OPERATION WARNING ATTENTION ACC cannot compensate for excessive ACC might incorrectly detect certain ob- speed differences jects and traffic situations Risk of accident Risk of injury due to unexpected brake ACC cannot perform emergency brak- intervention ing. Retardation and the rate at which ACC might issue an unjustified warn- retardation increases are limited.
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The approach distance you set appears briefly on the display. To switch off: Toggle to cruise control or switch off cruise control. Bear in mind the information on automatic deactivation ( 60). For more information on distance con- trol with Active Cruise Control (ACC) see the section entitled "Engineering details"...
OPERATION Setting approach distance HILL START CONTROL with Hill Start Control Activating and deactivating Hill Start Control Switch on the ignition ( 48). Navigate to and activ- Settings Assist ate or deactivate Hill Start Control Short-press button 1. The approach distance you set appears briefly on the display.
Reverse without passenger. On uphill/downhill gradients the reverser cannot guarantee the vehicle is held, as would be the case if a gear were engaged. The reverser cannot be used on gradients steeper than max 20 %. Activating the reverser Apply firm pressure to handbrake lever 1 or to the footbrake lever and then quickly release the lever.
OPERATION Deactivating the reverser The grips have five-stage heating. Stage five is for heating the grips quickly: it is advis- Turn selector lever 1 to the F position. able to switch back to a lower stage as soon Depending on the gradient of the road- as the grips are warm.
To close: Firmly press storage compart- ment lid 2 into the lock. The storage compartment cannot be locked. ATTENTION High temperatures in the storage com- partments, particularly in summer Damage to objects stowed away, partic- ularly electronic devices, such as mobile phones and MP3 players The rider's seat has five-stage heating.
3 any lay it, display up, in the storage compartment. CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM BMW Motorrad recommends using the with central locking system BMW Motorrad USB cable for charging smartphones inside the storage compart- Lock ment. Another commercially available char- Requirement ging cable might not have sufficient space in Radio-operated key is within range.
Press button 1. Press lock barrel 1 down. Alternatively: Press button 2 on the radio- Release lever 2 pops up. operated key. Pull release lever 2 all the way up and Cases are unlocked. open the case lid. Emergency unlocking Close the cases If the central locking system refuses to un- lock, you can open the cases manually.
OPERATION Maximum payload and maximum speed with seat heating Note the maximum payload and the max- imum permissible speed. The values for the combination described here are as follows: Maximum speed for riding with a loaded case max 160 km/h Payload per case max 10 kg Make sure the ground is level and firm and...
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Installing seat Work grab strap 2 into seat 1. Insert seat 1 into mount 5. Manoeuvre seat 1 into position at rear and install holder 4 with screw 3. with seat heating Hold seat 1 in position and connect plug connection 2.
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW SPLITSCREEN GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH WIFI MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE DISPLAY SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMATION...
TFT DISPLAY BMW Motorrad Connected app GENERAL NOTES The BMW Motorrad Connected app enables Warnings the user to call up usage data and vehicle status information. For some functions such as navigation, for example, the app has to WARNING be installed on the mobile device and paired Operation of a smartphone while riding to the TFT display.
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Functions of the Multi-Controller Long-press the top section of the MENU button: Turn Multi-Controller up: In Menu view: Call up Pure Ride view. Move the cursor up in lists. Adjust settings. Short-press the bottom section of the Increase volume. MENU button: Turn Multi-Controller down: Change down a level.
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TFT DISPLAY Display Pure Ride view Long-press the top section of the MENU rocker button. Switching functions on and off Meaning of the operating pointers: Operating pointer 1: Left end reached. Operating pointer 2: You can scroll to the right. Operating pointer 3: You can scroll down.
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Call up the last menu used My vehicle In Pure Ride view: press and hold the Radio MENU rocker button. Navigation The last menu exited by long-pressing the Media top section of the button is called up. Telephone Settings Changing display for rider info. status line Repeatedly short-push Multi-Controller 1 Display Pure Ride view ( 76).
Break 1 Switching Speed Limit Info on or off Requirement Break 2 Vehicle is connected with a compatible mo- bile device. The BMW Motorrad Connec- (Average) ted app is installed on the mobile device. Speed 1 shows the maximum Speed Limit Info...
The calculated range is only an approxim- MEDIA ate figure. can be displayed, depend- MEDIA RADIO Recommendation to upshift ing on the selected audio source. The display you select is retained in memory, even after the ignition is switched off. Switching off splitscreen The recommendation to upshift in the Pure Ride view 1 or in the status...
TFT DISPLAY Set date format Adjusting brightness Navigate to Navigate to Settings System set- Settings Display tings Date and time Date format Brightness Select the desired setting. Adjust display brightness. Confirm setting. When ambient brightness drops below a defined threshold, the display is dimmed Setting clock to the brightness set here.
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On some mobile devices, e.g. those The connection is established and the con- with iOS operating systems, the nection status updated. BMW Motorrad Connected App must be If the connection is not established, consult opened before use. the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data".
TFT DISPLAY The connection is established and the con- nection status updated. If the connection is not established, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 164) If the Bluetooth connection does not work as expected, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data".
MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Mode of presentation ( Range ( Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear ( On-board voltage ( 145) Tyre pressure, front (...
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TFT DISPLAY Operating pointers Check Control messages are attached dynamically to the menu screens as additional tabs in the menu. My vehicle On-board computer and trip computer ON-BOARD COMPUTER TRIP COM- menu screens display vehicle and trip PUTER data, such as average values. Service requirements Operating pointer 1: Indicators showing how far you can scroll to the left or right.
Scroll to the right until the TRIP COM- menu screen is displayed. PUTER The BMW Motorrad Connected app is in- Alternatively, the trip computer can also be stalled on the connected mobile device. shown on the splitscreen. Switching on splitscreen view and select- On some mobile devices, e.g.
Route type Connect mobile device ( 81). Switch desired on or off. Avoid Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app The number of avoidances activated is dis- and start the route guidance. played in brackets. Call up the menu. Navigation Active route guidance is displayed.
The vehicle is connected to a compatible mobile device and helmet. Telephone calls Call up the menu. Media BMW Motorrad recommends setting the volume on the mobile end device for media and calls to maximum before set- ting off. Call up the menu.
TFT DISPLAY DISPLAY SOFTWARE VERSION Navigate to Settings Information Software version DISPLAY LICENCE INFORMATION Navigate to Settings Information Licences...
AUDIO SYSTEM RADIO Starting Switch on the ignition ( 48). The radio menu becomes available shortly after the ignition is switched Switching radio on and off Call up the menu and switch Radio on or off. When the radio is switched off, Radio appears in the bottom status line.
Favourites list Selected stations or frequencies can be saved as favourites. Up to 20 favourites can be saved. There are two ways of adding favourites to the list: Variant 1 Selecting station ( 92). Select Add to Favourites The station selected beforehand appears in the favourites list.
AUDIO SYSTEM sound profile. All other sound profiles are When a BMW Motorrad communication sys- optimised for in-helmet playback. tem with Bluetooth standard 2.0 or higher is paired, the Multi-Controller can be used Adjusting sound settings to control volume ( 96).
Turn Multi-Controller 1 in direction A or B nel can result in costs that are not borne by to select the channel of your choice from BMW Motorrad. the selected category. For information on the available channels go to siriusxm.com.
The favourites list appears on the display. Push the Multi-Controller to the right to If a rider's helmet is paired with a select the channel you want. BMW Motorrad communication system with Bluetooth standard 2.0: System messages The volume of playback via the in-helmet...
Have the basic settings of the headlight tion. restored by a specialist workshop, prefer- Tighten nut 1, while holding mirror arm 2 ably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. to ensure that it does not move out of po- sition. Mirror to handlebar fitting...
CLUTCH BRAKES Adjusting clutch lever Adjusting handbrake lever WARNING WARNING Relocated clutch-fluid reservoir Relocated brake fluid tank Air in the clutch system Air in the brake system Do not turn the handlebars or the Do not turn the handlebars or the handlebar fitting on the handlebar.
ADJUSTMENT GEARSHIFT LEVER ATTENTION Adjusting gearshift lever Unintentional operation of the gearshift lever ATTENTION Damage to the gearbox Unintentional operation of the gearshift Check that the gearshift lever is in the lever correct position. Damage to the gearbox Make sure that the gearshift lever is un- Check that the gearshift lever is in the der no load except when gearshifting is correct position.
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Check the freedom of movement of the rear gearshift lever. If the gearshift lever touches the exhaust cover when operated: Correct the setting of the rear gearshift lever. Install screw 1. Gearshift lever to selector shaft M6 x 25 8 Nm Note minimum distance D between lower edge of peg 1 and upper edge of foot- board 2 of min 25 mm.
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ADJUSTMENT Foot plate eccentric to gearshift lever 8 Nm Note minimum distance D between lower edge of peg 1 and upper edge of foot- board 2 of min 25 mm.
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SAFETY INFORMATION REGULAR CHECK STARTING RUNNING IN BRAKES SHIFTING WITH SHIFT ROCKER PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELLING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
Etc. This applies even to short journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised Maximum permissible speed with winter BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to ad- tyres vise you on the correct clothing for every purpose. DANGER...
Risk of burning Tampering CAUTION ATTENTION Engine and exhaust system become very Tampering with the motorcycle (e.g. en- hot when the vehicle is in use gine management ECU, throttle valves, Risk of burning clutch) Always wear helmet, suit, gloves and Damage to the affected parts, failure of boots.
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- sible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. ABS self-diagnosis BMW Motorrad fully integral ABS performs self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self- diagnosis starts automatically when you Press starter button 1.
Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- motorcycle has to reach a defined min- sible by a specialist workshop, preferably imum speed with the engine running for an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. the wheel sensors to be checked: min 5 km/h) RUNNING IN...
BMW Motorrad fully integral ABS prevents WARNING the front wheel from locking up. Failure to observe service intervals Risk of accident Observe the valid service intervals for brakes.
Wet and dirty brakes PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE Wetness and dirt on the brake discs and the Side stand brake pads diminish braking efficiency. Switch off the engine. Delayed braking action or poor braking effi- ciency must be reckoned with in the follow- ing situations: ATTENTION Riding in the rain or through puddles of...
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RIDING period of time. More information is avail- able from your authorised BMW Motorrad ATTENTION retailer. Component damage Recommended fuel grade Component damage caused by overfilled fuel tank Overfilling the fuel tank will cause ex- Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol,...
When refuelling after running on re- serve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above reserve, so that the new level is detected and the fuel reserve indicator light is switched off. The "usable fuel capacity" specified in the technical data is the quantity that the fuel tank could hold if refilled after it had been run dry and the engine had cut out due...
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RIDING ted against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this pur- pose. ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage Do not trap components such as brake ATTENTION lines or cable legs. Vehicle topples to side when being lifted on to stand Run the strap over the steering head and Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples...
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GENERAL NOTES GENERAL DRIVE FUNCTIONS ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DISTANCE CONTROL (ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACC) AUTOMATIC LOAD COMPENSATION DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) HILL START CONTROL ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...
Gearshift speed control plied. When the clutch is disengaged and the The BMW Motorrad fully integral ABS throttle grip closed while the vehicle is system adapts braking-force distribution on the move, engine speed does not between front and rear brakes to suit the immediately drop to idle speed.
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At this What is the design baseline for instant the BMW Motorrad fully integral ABS BMW Motorrad ABS? must assume an extremely low coefficient of Within the limits imposed by physics, the friction, so that the wheels will continue to...
The BMW Motorrad ASC can switch off AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) automatically under the exceptional riding conditions outlined below. How does ASC work?
Sharp braking during sporty riding. In the ROLL riding mode: high perform- ance on dry roads. In the event of poor In the same way as BMW Motorrad ASC, road conditions, optimum stability cannot dynamic engine brake control compares the be guaranteed.
Active Cruise Control and the system attempts to achieve a BMW Motorrad ACC is a cruise control sys- comfortable bank angle (e.g. 20°). As tem with approach distance control. The bank angle increases, moreover, braking...
Detected objects: The radar sensor's ob- Influence on the performance of ACC ject detection capability is restricted to the with Active Cruise Control vehicle directly ahead in the lane. The rider can assist the performance of ACC Radar range: The radar has a maximum viewing range of approx.
ENGINEERING DETAILS Behaviour during accidental actuation of Tyre pressure within permitted tolerance. Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted the throttle grip tolerance. If the throttle is accidentally opened Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance. (throttle grip position > 5 %) during emergency braking, Dynamic Brake Temperature compensation Control ensures the desired braking effect...
Brake release when engine is stopped or Example after time-out Hill Start Control is deactivated if the rider stops the engine by hitting the emergency- 2.6 bar off switch (kill switch) or when the side stand is extended, or after time-out (10 HILL START CONTROL minutes).
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ENGINEERING DETAILS angle through corners. The two movements are superimposed, so as the motorcycle is steered through a bend the headlight beam is directed into the bend for better illumin- ation of the road ahead. The results are considerably better illumination of the road ahead when the motorcycle corners, and a huge increase in active riding safety.
If you are in doubt, consult a spe- place the motorcycle on its stand. cialist workshop, preferably your authorised The procedure described here for the BMW Motorrad retailer. right side panel applies by analogy to the left side as well. First disengage side trim panel 1 from...
Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer The procedure described here for the will be happy to assist you in selecting a right side panel applies by analogy to suitable assembly stand.
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If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a special- ist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. To protect the environment, BMW Motorrad recommends Wipe the area around the oil filler opening occasionally checking the engine oil after a clean.
Cylinder head cover to cylinder head Have all work on the brake system un- dertaken by trained and qualified spe- cialists. Joining compound: Oil rubber grommet Have the brakes checked by a special- ist workshop, preferably an authorised 10 Nm BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Have the brake pads replaced by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake pad thickness, rear brakes Make sure the ground is level and firm and Visually inspect the left and right brake place the motorcycle on its stand.
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Brake fluid level, front Have the brake pads replaced by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised Brake fluid, DOT4 BMW Motorrad retailer. The brake fluid level may not drop below the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir hori- Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes zontal.)
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as pos- If the brake fluid level drops below the per- sible by a specialist workshop, preferably mitted level: an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes WARNING Make sure the ground is level and firm and Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid hold the motorcycle upright.
Make sure the ground is level and firm and Have damaged rims checked and, if ne- place the motorcycle on its stand. cessary, replaced by a specialist workshop, Check tyre pressures against the data be- preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad low. retailer. Tyre pressure, front WHEELS 2.9 bar (with cold tyre;...
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BMW Motorrad retailer. In these cases, the data programmed into the control units has to be changed to suit the new wheel sizes.
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Tightening threaded fasteners to incor- rect tightening torque Damage, or threaded fasteners work loose Always have the security of the fasten- ers checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Withdraw quick-release axle 1, support the dealer. front wheel when doing this.
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MAINTENANCE Lubricate the friction face of spacer bush- Lubricate quick-release axle 1. ing 1. Lubricant Lubricant Optimoly TA Optimoly TA Insert spacer bushing 1, turned with the WARNING collar facing out, into the wheel hub on the left-hand side. Improper installation of the quick-re- lease axle Loosening of the front wheel ATTENTION...
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Bolt on quick-release axle WARNING Brake pads not lying against the brake M20 x 1,5 - 8.8 disc 50 Nm Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect. Before driving, check that the brakes respond without delay. Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded.
Always replace a faulty bulb at the earli- est possible opportunity. Consult a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an author- ATTENTION ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. Jump-starting with a voltage greater than 12 V All light sources of the vehicle are LED light Damage to the on-board electronics sources.
Do not turn the battery upside down. tifunction display remain off when the ignition is switched on) always charge BMW Motorrad has developed a float the disconnected battery with the char- charger specially designed for com- ger connected directly to the battery patibility with the electronics of your motor- terminals.
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MAINTENANCE ATTENTION Charging the battery that is connected to the vehicle via the battery terminals Damage to the on-board electronics Disconnect the battery at the battery terminals before charging. Charge the disconnected battery directly at the terminals. Recharging disconnected battery Remove screws 2.
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Remove battery 2 completely, noting ad- apter cable for remote positive terminal 1. ATTENTION Installing battery Battery not disconnected in accordance If the vehicle has been disconnected with correct procedure from the battery for a significant time, Risk of short-circuit the current date will have to be entered in Always proceed in compliance with the the instrument cluster to guarantee correct...
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MAINTENANCE Slide battery 2 into position, adapter cable Push the battery all the way in, noting the for remote positive terminal 1 first. routing of adapter cable for remote posit- Route adapter cable for remote posit- ive terminal 1. ive terminal 1 as close as possible to the Adapter cable for remote positive opening (arrow).
Malfunctions of the vehicle Do not disconnect the diagnostic socket Fuse 1 or allow it to be disconnected except in the course of a BMW Motorrad service by a specialist workshop or by other au- 10 A (Anti-theft alarm system, instrument thorised persons.
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Press locks 1. Disengage diagnostic socket 2 from holder 3. The interface to the diagnosis and inform- ation system can be connected to the dia- gnostic connector 2. Securing diagnostic socket Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information system. Insert diagnostic socket 2 into holder 3.
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GENERAL NOTES POWER SOCKETS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES...
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During the starting operation Use of other-make products Connection of electrical devices Safety risk BMW Motorrad cannot examine or test You can start using electrical devices each product of outside origin to ensure connected to the motorcycle's sockets only that it can be used on or in connection when the ignition is switched on.
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED COMPONENTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINTWORK PRESERVATION LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE RESTORING MOTORCYCLE TO USE...
After a ride in the rain, when humid- CARE PRODUCTS ity is high or after the vehicle has been BMW Motorrad recommends that you use washed, condensation might form inside the the cleaning and care products you can headlight. This can cause temporary fogging obtain from your authorised BMW Motorrad on the headlight lens.
Chrome Carefully clean chrome parts with plenty of water and motorcycle cleaner from the BMW Motorrad Care Products range. This is particularly important to counter the effects Clean radar sensor 1 with a cloth moistened of road salt.
PAINTWORK PRESERVATION If water no longer rolls off the paint, the paint must be preserved. For paint preservation, BMW Motorrad re- commends the use of BMW Motorrad gloss polish or agents containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax. LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank.
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The engine does not start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand is extended and gear is Retract the side stand. engaged. Clutch lever not pulled. In neutral or if a gear is engaged, pull the clutch lever. Fuel tank is empty.
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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Rectification Navigation from the BMW Motorrad Con- Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app nected app was not transmitted. on the paired mobile device prior to depar- ture.
TECHNICAL DATA THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Brake calliper to telescopic 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 sequence 19 Nm Bolt on quick-release axle M20 x 1,5 - 8.8 50 Nm...
Engine oil, capacity 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 up max 0.5 l, Difference between MIN and BMW recommends ENGINE...
6.5 mm, Wear limit WHEELS AND TYRES Recommended tyre combinations An overview of currently approved tyres is available from your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com/service. Speed category, front/rear tyres H, required at least: 210 km/h Front wheel...
DIMENSIONS Length of motorcycle 2560 mm, over spray guard Height of motorcycle 1400 mm, over windscreen, at DIN vehicle kerb weight Width of motorcycle 1040 mm, with mirrors Height of rider's seat ±5 mm, without rider, at DIN vehicle kerb weight with comfort seat, high ±5 mm, without rider, at DIN vehicle...
TECHNICAL DATA SPEAKERS (VEHICLE-DEPENDENT) Impedance, cockpit speakers 4 Ω Impedance, case speakers with audio system Marshall Gold Series 2 Ω, per case Stage 1 Output power, cockpit speakers 25 W, RMS, per speaker unit Output power, case speakers with audio system Marshall Gold Series 90 W, RMS, per speaker unit Stage 1 Frequency range...
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REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
SERVICE REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS with Canada export If you think that your motorcycle has a fault which may cause an accident, injury or death, you must inform the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) immediately and BMW of North America, LLC. If the NHTSA receives other similar complaints, it may open an investigation.
A BMW Motorrad retailer or a spe- your motorcycle in more than 100 countries. cialist workshop can also view data that is Authorised BMW Motorrad retailers have stored in the electronic service booklet.
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SERVICE service before the next scheduled date. It is to allow for these cases that a maximum odometer reading is entered as well in the confirmation of service. Servicing has to be brought forward if this odometer reading is reached before the next scheduled date for the service.
Check lighting and signalling system Function test, engine start suppression Checking battery state of charge Final inspection and check for road safety Setting service-due date and countdown distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Confirming BMW Motorrad service in on-board literature...
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BMW pre-delivery check BMW Running-in Check carried out carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs...
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BMW Motorrad service carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Work performed BMW Motorrad service Oil change, engine, with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
SERVICE SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, technical campaign work. Work performed odometer Date reading...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE FOR DISTANCE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CERTIFICATE FOR AUDIO SYSTEM CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (REIFENDRUCK-CONTROL, RDC)
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG declares that the radio equipment Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity un- type HUF5750 is in compliance with der RED (2014/53/EU). Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: bmw-motorrad.com/certification Keyless Ride HUF8465...
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APPENDIX Manufacturer Hereby, Robert Bosch Car Multimedia Schrader Electronics Ltd. GmbH declares that the radio equipment Technology Park, N. Ireland BT41 1QS An- type ICC6.5in is in compliance with Directive trim, United Kingdom 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available Hereby, Schrader Electronics Ltd.
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Manufacturer Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH Robert Bosch Str. 200, 31139 Hildesheim, Germany Hereby, Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH declares that the radio equipment type TPM E-CALL EU is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: bmw-motorrad.com/certification Mid Range Radar MRRe14FCR...
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Declaration of Conformity Mid Range Radar For all Countries without EU Model name: MRRe14FCR Technical information Frequency band: 76 - 77 GHz Nominal radiated power: e.i.r.p. (peak detector): 32 dBm Nominal radiated power: e.i.r.p. (RMS detector): 27 dBm Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: Robert Bosch GmbH Address: Robert-Bosch-Platz 1, 70839 Gerlingen, Germany...
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United States (USA) Canada NOTICE: NOTICE: This device complies with part 15 of the This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the subject to the following two conditions: following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference.
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South Korea [Class B Equipment] B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재)이 기기는 가정 용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주로 가정에서 사용 하는 것을목적으로 하며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다. Translation: This equipment has been approved under EMC Registration as a Class B device (for domestic use) and can be used in both residential and commercial areas.
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument cluster Argentina For all Countries without EU C-25636 Model name: ICC10in Japan Technical information The ICC10in can This device is granted pursuant to the Japanese operate in one of two operating modes: Radio Law (電波法) and the Japanese 1.
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Canada United States (USA) This device contains licence-exempt This device complies with part 15 of the FCC transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Rules. Operation is subject to the following Innovation, Science and Economic two conditions: Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). (1) This device may not cause harmful Operation is subject to the following two interference, and conditions:...
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment audio system Model name: MCR001 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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FCC Approval Approbation de la FCC Ring aerial in the ignition switch Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur d'allumage To verify the authorization of the ignition Pour vérifier l'autorisation de la clé de key, the electronic immobilizer exchanges contact, le système d'immobilisation information with the ignition key via the électronique échange des informations ring aerial.
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Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device USA, Canada: Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and...
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Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards: 1.
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Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 of the Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR FCC Rules and with Industry Canada d'Industrie Canada applicables aux license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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INDEX Bluetooth, 80 Abbreviations and Daytime riding lights Helmet, 96 automatic daytime riding symbols, 4 Pairing, 81 light, 54 Brake fluid Engineering details, 120 Checking fluid level, Diagnostic connector Self-diagnosis, 110 disengaging, 150 front, 137 Status indicators, 39 Position on the vehicle, 12 Checking fluid level, securing, 151 rear, 138...
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operating, 64 Loudspeaker Final drive Relationship with switching on and off, 64 Technical data, 168 Bluetooth, 93 Horn, 15 Frame switching off, 94 Technical data, 168 Front-wheel stand Ignition installing, 133 Control, 16, 17 Maintenance Fuel general notes, 132 Switch on the ignition, 48 Refuelling, 114 Maintenance Switching off ignition, 49...
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INDEX Power socket Shift lever Transmission Notes on use, 154 Adjusting gearshift Technical data, 168 Position on the vehicle, 12, Trim panels, 132 lever, 102 Troubleshooting chart, 164 Shifting gear Pre-Ride-Check, 110 Recommendation to Turn indicators Pure Ride Control, 15 upshift, 79 Overview, 23 operating, 53...
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Important data for refuelling: Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI Alternative fuel grade Regular, unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 24 l Fuel reserve approx. 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.9 bar, with cold tyre;...
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