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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL F 900 R 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.
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GENERAL STATUS INSTRUCTIONS INDICATORS Quick & easy reference Indicator and warning Abbreviations and sym- lights bols TFT display in Equipment Pure Ride view Technical data TFT display in Menu Currency view Additional sources of TFT display in Sport 1 information view Certificates and operat- TFT display in Sport 2...
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Tyre pressure monitor- Parking your motor- ing (RDC) cycle Heated grips Refuelling Seat Securing motorcycle for transportation TFT DISPLAY ENGINEERING DE- General notes TAILS Principle Pure Ride view General notes General settings Antilock Brake Sys- Bluetooth tem (ABS) My vehicle Traction control On-board computer (ASC/DTC)
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Care of paintwork Paint preservation Service Laying up motorcycle BMW Motorrad Restoring motorcycle service history to use BMW Motorrad mo- bility services Maintenance work TECHNICAL DATA Maintenance sched- Troubleshooting chart BMW Motorrad run- Threaded fasteners Fuel, F 900 R (0K11)
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APPENDIX Declaration of Con- formity Certificate for elec- tronic immobiliser Certificate for Key- less Ride HUF5794 Certificate for Key- less Ride HUF8485 Certificate for tyre pressure monitoring TPM (Reifendruck- Control, RDC) Certificate for TFT instrument cluster Radio equipment in- telligent emergency call 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...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special notes QUICK & EASY REFERENCE and precautionary meas- An important aspect of this ures. Non-compliance can lead rider's manual is that it can be to damage to the vehicle or ac- used for quick and easy refer- cessory and, consequently, to ence.
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Optional equipment. EQUIPMENT The vehicles are When you ordered your assembled com- BMW Motorrad, you chose plete with all the various items of custom BMW Motorrad equipment. This rider's manual optional equipment describes optional equipment originally ordered. (OE) and selected optional Optional accessories.
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Your authorised tration documents, or can be BMW Motorrad retailer obtained from your authorised will be happy to answer any BMW Motorrad retailer or an- questions you may have. other qualified service partner or specialist workshop. The Internet specifications in the vehicle...
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The vehicle owner can also re- process personal data. quest that a BMW Motorrad...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS retailer or another qualified Environmental conditions, for service partner or specialist example temperature workshop read out the data The data is only processed in that is stored in the vehicle for the vehicle itself and is gener- a charge. ally non-permanent.
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BMW Motorrad retailer or an- this technical information can other qualified service partner be read out of the vehicle to- or specialist workshop.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Multimedia data, such as mu- formation is transferred to the sic for playback mobile device. Depending on Contacts data for use in con- the type of integration, this in- nection with a communication cludes, for example, position system or an integrated navig- data and additional general ation system vehicle information.
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Services of the vehicle has no influence on the con- manufacturer tent that is exchanged in this instance. Information on the For online services of the type, scope and purpose of the vehicle manufacturer, the data capture and use of per- individual functions are sonal data as part of the ser- described at suitable points,...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Protection of personal data: press permission of the per- Directive 95/46/EC of the son affected by the data pro- European Parliament and of cessing, for example the vehicle the Council. owner. Protection of personal data: SIM card Directive 2002/58/EC of the The intelligent emergency call European Parliament and of system operates via the mobile...
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card installed in a particular tions centre by the statutory vehicle. emergency call system eCall. In addition, the intelligent Log data of emergency calls emergency call system sends The log data of emergency the following additional calls is stored in a memory of information to an emergency the vehicle.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS lysed. After this, the voice re- cordings are deleted. The voice recordings of the employee of the emergency call centre are stored for 24 hours for quality assurance purposes. Information on personal data The data that is processed as part of the intelligent emer- gency call is processed exclus- ively to carry out the emer-...
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GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Power socket ( 204) Seat lock ( Passenger grab handle Adjustment of damping 123) Rear footrest Rider footrest Oil filler opening and oil dipstick ( 168)
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GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Adjustment of spring pre- load ( 122) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 174) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 173) Vehicle identification number, type plate (on steering head) Coolant level indicator (behind the side trim pan- el) ( 176) Rider footrest rear footrest Passenger grab handle...
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GENERAL VIEWS UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Toolkit ( 167) Battery ( 194) Main fuse ( 198) Diagnostic connector 200) Fuses ( 199)
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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning lights ASC/DTC ( Dynamic ESA ( Turn indicators ( Horn MENU rocker button Multi-Controller Controls ( 10 Manual daytime riding light (...
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GENERAL VIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT with intelligent emergency call Operating heated handle- bar grips ( Select the riding mode Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( 132) SOS button Intelligent emergency call...
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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT without intelligent emergency call Operating heated handle- bar grips ( Select the riding mode Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( 132)
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GENERAL VIEWS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicator and warning lights ( Shift light TFT display ( DWA light-emitting diode with Keyless Ride Indicator light for the ra- dio-operated key ( Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- strument lighting)
INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN SPORT 1 VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN SPORT 2 VIEW WARNING INDICATORS...
STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN MENU VIEW Speedometer 13 Automatic daytime riding light ( Cruise control ( 14 Outside temperature Speed Limit Info warning ( 103) 15 Ambient temperature Riding mode ( 16 Menu section Status line ( 102) Recommendation to up- shift ( 105) Gear indicator...
TFT DISPLAY IN SPORT 1 VIEW with riding modes Pro Maximum DTC torque re- duction Current DTC torque re- duction Rev. counter Maximum braking decel- eration Current braking decelera- tion Current lean angle Maximum lean angle Unit for rpm display: 1000 revolutions per minute...
STATUS INDICATORS TFT DISPLAY IN SPORT 2 VIEW with riding modes Pro Maximum DTC torque re- Unit for rpm display: duction 1,000 revolutions per minute Current DTC torque re- duction Operating help Rev. counter Difference between the last lap time and refer- ence time or difference between current lap time and reference time...
Green CHECK OK 1: No mes- WARNING INDICATORS sage, optimum values. Mode of presentation White circle with small "i" 2: Warnings are indicated by the Information. corresponding warning lights. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the Warning, value not ideal. 'General' warning light showing Red warning triangle 3: in combination with a dialogue...
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STATUS INDICATORS their occurrence until they are White: (---) No valid value acknowledged. available. Dashes 5 are dis- If symbol 2 is actively dis- played instead of a numerical played, it can be acknow- value. ledged by tilting the Multi- To some extent, indi- Controller to the left.
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Warnings, overview Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Outside tempe- rature warning lights up Radio-operated Remote key not yellow. key out of range in range. lights up Keyless Ride Keyless Ride yellow. failed ( failure lights up Replacing battery Remote key bat- yellow.
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Anti-theft alarm Alarm system battery weak batt. capacity weak. Anti-theft alarm Alarm system battery flat battery empty. DWA failed Alarm system failure lights up Engine tempera- Engine temp. yellow. ture high ( high! lights up Engine over-...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up is displayed in yel- Tyre pressure yellow. low. close to limit of permitted toler- Tyre pressure ance ( does not match setpoint is displayed in red. Tyre pressure flashes red. outside permitted tolerance ( Tyre pressure does not match...
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up Emergency call Emergency call yellow. function failed system error. lights up Malfunction, side Side stand mon- yellow. stand monitor itoring faulty. flashes. ABS self-dia- gnosis not com- pleted ( lights up ABS fault ( Limited ABS...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up. ASC/DTC Off! switched off Traction con- trol deactiv- ated. lights up ASC/DTC restric- Traction con- yellow. ted ( trol limited! lights up. lights up ASC/DTC fault Traction con- yellow. trol failure! lights up.
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up is displayed in yel- Service-due yellow. low. date has passed Service over- due!
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Ambient temperature The outside temperature is dis- WARNING played in the status line of the Risk of black ice forming TFT display. even when temperature is When the vehicle is at a stand- above approx. 3 °C still, the heat of the electrical Risk of accident machine can falsify the ambi- Always take extra care when...
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The integral battery in the ra- Have the faulty radio-operated dio-operated key has lost a key replaced by an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. significant proportion of its original capacity. There is no Keyless Ride failed assurance of how long the ra-...
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Consumers with high power quickly as possible by a spe- consumption are in operation cialist workshop, preferably an (such as heated body warm- authorised BMW Motorrad re- ers), too many consumers are tailer. in operation at one time, or battery faulty.
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Have the fault rectified as faulty! quickly as possible by a spe- Have it checked by a cialist workshop, preferably an specialist workshop. authorised BMW Motorrad re- flashes yellow. tailer. Bulb faulty The faulty bulb is dis- lights up yellow.
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BMW Motorrad re- BMW Motorrad retailer. tailer. Light control failed Anti-theft alarm battery weak lights up yellow.
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Consult a specialist workshop, Consult a specialist work- preferably an authorised BMW shop, preferably an authorised Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. DWA can no longer be activ- Anti-theft alarm battery flat ated or deactivated. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) False alarm possible.
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Have the cooling system tial. checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an Possible cause: authorised BMW Motorrad The coolant level is too low. retailer. Check the coolant level. 176) Possible cause: If the coolant level is too low:...
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STATUS INDICATORS authorised BMW Motorrad re- Drive malfunction tailer. shows. It is possible to continue to ride but not recommended. Engine! Have it Engine control failed checked by a spe- lights up yellow. cialist workshop. Possible cause: The motor control unit has lights up.
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It is possible to continue to cialist workshop, preferably an ride but not recommended. Avoid high load and rpm authorised BMW Motorrad re- ranges if possible. tailer. Have the fault rectified as Serious fault in engine control quickly as possible by a spe- flashes red.
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STATUS INDICATORS Tyre pressure RDC sensor is not active with tyre pressure control (RDC) min 30 km/h (The RDC In addition to the MY VEHICLE sensor does not transmit its menu screen and the Check signal to the vehicle until a Control messages, there is also certain minimum speed has screen...
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Tyre pressures table For further information about BMW Motorrad RDC, see the Tyre pressure outside section entitled "Engineering permitted tolerance details" ( 160). with tyre pressure control (RDC) Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance flashes red. with tyre pressure control (RDC) is displayed in red.
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Un- shop, preferably an authorised der these circumstances: Have the fault rectified BMW Motorrad retailer. by a specialist workshop, If you are unsure whether the preferably an authorised vehicle can be ridden with the BMW Motorrad retailer.
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This error message is dis- preferably an authorised played briefly only after BMW Motorrad retailer. the Pre-Ride-Check completes. Possible cause: Sensor faulty or system fault The integral battery in the tyre- with tyre pressure control...
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( 70)ff. Tyre pressure warnings not Consult a specialist work- available. shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Malfunction, drop sensor Emergency call function failed Drop sensor faulty. with intelligent emergency Have it checked by a call specialist workshop.
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Have the fault rectified as flashes. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Possible cause: authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The ABS function is not avail- able, because self-diagnosis did ABS failed not complete. The motorcycle lights up yellow.
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. tailer. ABS control at front wheel...
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the section entitled "Engineer- Possible cause: ing details" ( 157). ASC/DTC self-diagnosis ASC/DTC intervention not completed quick-flashes. The ASC/DTC function is not available, because self- Possible cause: diagnosis did not complete. The ASC/DTC has detected a (The motorcycle has to reach degree of instability at the rear a defined minimum speed wheel and has intervened to...
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You can continue to ride. authorised BMW Motorrad re- Bear in mind the more tailer. detailed information on situations that can lead to a ASC/DTC fault ( 154).
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Fuel down to reserve Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- Fuel reserve reached. Go cialist workshop, preferably an to a filling station soon. authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. WARNING D-ESA fault Irregular engine operation or with Dynamic ESA engine shutdown due to lack lights up yellow.
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Have your motorcycle ser- Operate the hazard warning viced regularly by a specialist flashers. ( workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad re- Service display tailer. If service is overdue, the The vehicle remains oper- due date or the odometer...
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Service is overdue because of the driving performance or the date. Have your motorcycle ser- viced regularly by a specialist workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The vehicle remains oper- ationally reliable and road- worthy. The vehicle retains its value.
Engine can be started. well. Consult a specialist work- Pre-Ride-Check is performed. shop, preferably an authorised 133) BMW Motorrad retailer. ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Engaging steering lock gress. ( 134) Turn the handlebars all the ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is way to the left.
Handlebars not locked. The vehicle cannot be Key can be removed. started if the radio con- Electrically powered accessor- trol key is not within range (e.g. ies remain operational for a key inside one of the cases or limited period of time. the topcase).
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OPERATION Version 1: Short-press button 1. Side lights and all function circuits are switched on. with daytime riding light Daytime riding light is switched on. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. 133) ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- Press and hold down but- gress. ( 134) ton 1.
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vehicle can be started by simply inserting the folded radio-operated key into the ring aerial under the seat. There are two ways of deac- tivating the ignition. Version 1: Short-press button 1. Light is switched off. Remove the seat. ( Handlebars (steering lock) are Insert the spare key or folded- not locked.
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OPERATION Replacing battery of radio- operated key Requirement The radio-operated key does not react because the battery is weak. Remote key battery weak. Function lim- ited. Change battery. Press button 1. Key bit flips out. Push battery cover 2 up. DANGER Remove battery 3.
If you mislay a vehicle key, you Battery type can have the key in question barred by your authorised CR 2032 BMW Motorrad retailer. In Install battery cover 2. order to have a key barred Red LED in the instrument you must bring along all the cluster flashes.
OPERATION EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH (KILL SWITCH) Engine switched off Normal operating position (run) Emergency-off switch (kill switch) INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL with intelligent emergency WARNING call Operation of the kill switch Emergency call via BMW while riding Press the SOS button in an Risk of fall due to rear wheel emergency only.
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A changeover of the lan- guage for the emergency call can only be performed by the BMW Motorrad partner. The time until transmission The language assigned to the of the emergency call is dis- vehicle varies from the select- played.
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OPERATION The connection was estab- The time until transmission lished. of the emergency call is dis- played. During that time, it is possible to cancel the emer- gency call. To cancel an emergency call: Press the SOS button and hold it down for two seconds. If possible, remove helmet and stop engine.
The low-beam headlight switches on automatically under the following conditions: When the engine is started. If the vehicle is pushed while the ignition is on. When the engine is not running you can switch on the lights by switching on the Open cover 1.
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OPERATION Pull switch 1 back to operate the headlight flasher. Headlight courtesy delay feature Switch off the ignition. Immediately after switching off the ignition, push but- ton 1 to the left and hold it in that position until the park- ing lights come on.
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coming traffic. This improves off after approx. two seconds daytime visibility. and the high-beam headlight, low-beam headlight and front Start the engine. ( 132) side light are switched on. Navigate to Settings If the high beam headlight is Vehicle settings switched off again, the daytime and switch off the Lights...
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OPERATION switched on again when am- The indicator light for the bient light is bright enough. automatic daytime riding light lights up. Operating hazard warning flashers If ambient brightness drops Switch on the ignition. below a certain value, the low-beam headlight is auto- The hazard warning flash- matically switched on (e.g.
Push button 1 to the left Press and hold down button 1 or right, as appropriate, to until the ASC/DTC indicator switch on the turn indicators. and warning light changes its If the comfort turn indicators status. function is switched on, the Immediately after button 1 turn indicators are cancelled is pressed, ASC/DTC system...
OPERATION Switching on ASC/DTC If the ASC/DTC indic- function ator and warning light remains on even though the vehicle has accelerated past the minimum speed stated below after the ignition was switched off and then on again, an ASC/DTC fault has occurred.
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Viewing suspension settings Short-press button 1 to view Switch on the ignition. the current setting. To adjust damping: Short-press button 1 to view Repeatedly short-press but- the current setting. ton 1 until the setting you want to use is displayed. You can adjust the damp- ing characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move.
1. able: One-up riding RIDING MODE Using riding modes One-up with luggage BMW Motorrad has developed operational scenarios for your Two-up (with luggage) motorcycle from which you can select the scenario suitable for your situation: The following message is...
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with riding modes Pro Configure riding-mode with Pro riding modes preselection DYNAMIC: Dynamic riding on with riding modes Pro a dry road surface. Switch on the ignition. DYNAMIC PRO: Dynamic rid- ing on a dry road surface with Navigate to Settings provision for the rider's cus- Vehicle settings...
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OPERATION with riding modes Pro The intervention of riding dynamics control systems can be restricted, depending on which riding mode is selected and how the selected mode is configured. Possible restrictions are indic- ated by a pop-up message, for Press button 1. example Warning! ABS set- ting.
Select system and confirm. acteristic, ABS, ASC/DTC and Dynamic ESA adaptation set- tings even after the ignition has been switched off. RIDING MODE PRO with riding modes Pro Adjustment option The PRO riding modes can be set individually. You can browse through the Configuring DYNAMIC PRO available settings 3 and the riding mode...
OPERATION Switching on cruise control CRUISE CONTROL with cruise control Display when adjusting settings (Speed Limit Info not active) Slide switch 2 to the right. Button 1 is operational. Setting road speed The symbol 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and the top status line.
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Accelerating Push button 1 back and hold it in this position. The vehicle decelerates smoothly. The current speed is main- tained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again. Deactivating cruise control Brake, pull the clutch lever or turn the throttle grip (close Short-push button 1 forward.
OPERATION you might have intended slow- Every time you cross the ing to a lower speed. start/finish line, press but- ton 1 again to start recording shows. for the next lap. The data of the preceding lap Switching off cruise control are written into memory.
Best-ever lap All laps can be deleted with The best-ever lap ( Delete all laps Best Ever You can use is the fastest of all recorded Reset Best to reset the all-time laps and is updated once a Ever best lap ( faster lap has been recorded.
OPERATION Switch the shift light on and ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) Activation with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Switch on the ignition. Customise the anti-theft alarm settings. ( Switch off the ignition. If the alarm system is activ- ated, then the alarm system will be automatically activated Navigate to Settings...
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Turn indicators flash three type of acoustic alarm tone times. can be set by an authorised Confirmation tone sounds BMW Motorrad retailer. three times (if programmed). Tilt sensor is deactivated. Alarm signal with anti-theft alarm (DWA) A DWA alarm can be triggered...
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OPERATION with Keyless Ride Deactivation with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Switch on the ignition. Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed). DWA has been switched off. with Keyless Ride You can cancel an alarm at any time by pressing button 2 on the radio-operated key;...
Customise the anti-theft alarm vent the anti-theft alarm (DWA) settings from being triggered. Switch on the ignition. : In addition to Arming tone turn indicators flashing, alarm Navigate to Settings tone sounds as confirmation of Vehicle settings Alarm activation/deactivation of the system DWA.
OPERATION The heating in the heated High heating power handlebar grips can be activated only when the engine Medium heating power is running. The increase in power Low heating power consumption caused by having the heated handlebar The selected heating stage grips switched on can drain the will be saved if you allow battery if you are riding at low...
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Slightly lift seat 2 in direction of arrow 4. Pull seat 2 in direction of ar- row 5 out of holders 3. Place seat 2 on a clean sur- face. Installing seat Push seat 2 in direction of arrow 4 on to holders 3. Press seat firmly in direction of arrow 5.
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GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER NAVIGATION MEDIA TELEPHONE SOFTWARE VERSION LICENCE INFORMATION...
BMW Motorrad Connected app WARNING The BMW Motorrad Connec- ted app enables the user to Distraction from the road call up usage data and vehicle and loss of control status information. For some...
BMW Motorrad PRINCIPLE Connected app Controls The BMW Motorrad Connec- ted app enables the user to call up usage data and vehicle status information. For some functions such as navigation, for example, the app has to be installed on the mobile device and paired to the TFT display.
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TFT DISPLAY Go back to the Menu view Short-press the bottom after making the settings. section of the MENU button: In Menu view: Change up one Change down a level. level. No function if the lowest In the My Vehicle menu: ad- hierarchical level has been vance one menu screen.
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Meaning of the operating Meaning of the operating pointers: pointers: Operating pointer 1: Left end Operating pointer 1: The cur- reached. rent display is in a hierarchical Operating pointer 2: You can menu. The number of sym- scroll to the right. bols indicates up to three Operating pointer 3: You can submenu levels.
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TFT DISPLAY Switching functions on and Calling up menu Display the Pure Ride view. Some menu items have a Short-press the bottom sec- check box in front of them. tion of button 2. The check box shows whether The following menus can be the function is on or off.
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Moving cursor in lists Call up the last menu used In Pure Ride view: Long-press the bottom section of the MENU rocker button. The last menu used is called up. The last entry highlighted is selected. Change of operating focus with preparation for naviga- tion system Call up a menu.
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TFT DISPLAY System status displays with tyre pressure control (RDC) The system status is displayed Information from the tyre in the lower area of the menu if pressure monitoring can also a function is switched on or off. be displayed. Select the content of the top status line.
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Settings Vehicle is connected to a Display Status line compatible mobile device. The content BMW Motorrad Connected app Switch on the desired dis- is installed on the mobile plays. device. You can switch between the selected displays in the top...
TFT DISPLAY Range publisher of the map material in the navigation system. Navigate to Settings Display Switch Speed Limit Info on or off. PURE RIDE VIEW Rev. counter The range readout 1 indicates how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank.
Recommendation to upshift Select the desired setting. Confirm setting. Set the clock Navigate to Settings Sys- tem settings Date and time Set time Hour Minute Set the time format Navigate to Settings Sys- tem settings Date and The recommendation to upshift time Time format in Pure Ride view 1 or in status...
TFT DISPLAY Dutch BMW Motorrad Connected- Polish Ride account is reset. Portuguese (Brazil) BLUETOOTH Portuguese (Portugal) Turkish Bluetooth® Romanian Bluetooth is a short-range Russian wireless technology. Bluetooth Ukrainian devices are short-range devices Chinese transmitting on the license- Japanese free ISM band (Industrial,...
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Passenger helm. e.g. those with the The connection status for mo- iOS operating system, the bile devices is displayed. BMW Motorrad Connected app Connect mobile device has to be opened prior to use. Perform pairing. ( 107) Activate the mobile device's...
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Connect rider's and the instrument cluster, the passenger's helmet Bluetooth connection may be Perform pairing. ( 107) restricted. BMW Motorrad Select Rider's helmet recommends keeping the and con- Passenger helm. mobile device above the fuel firm.
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Delete connections Navigate to Settings Con- nections Select Delete connec- tions To delete an individual con- nection, select the connection and confirm. To delete all connections, se- lect Delete all connec- and confirm. tions...
TFT DISPLAY MY VEHICLE START SCREEN Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( 104) Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear 177) On-board voltage 194) Tyre pressure, front 177)
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Operating pointers The My Vehicle menu contains the following screens: MY VEHICLE ON-BOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tyre pressure control (RDC) TYRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS (if available) CC MESSAGE For more information on tyre Operating pointer 1: pressures and Check Control Indicators showing how far messages, see the section on you can scroll to the left or...
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TFT DISPLAY Service requirements When the next service is due within less than a month or within 1000 km, a white Check Control message is displayed.
Select Autom. reset ON-BOARD COMPUTER and con- Reset all values Call up the on-board firm. computer is selected, Autom. reset Call up the My vehicle the trip computer is automat- menu. ically reset when a minimum Scroll to the right until the of 6 hours have passed and menu ON-BOARD COMPUTER...
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BMW Motorrad Connected app Favourites Select and confirm destina- has to be opened prior to use. tion. Enter the destination address Select Start guidance Connect a mobile device. 107) Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app and start the route guidance.
Enter special destinations End route guidance Special destinations, such as Navigate to Navigation points of interest, can be dis- Active route guidance Select played on the map. End route guidance Navigate to and confirm or tilt the Multi- Navigation Controller to the left. POIs The following locations can be Switching spoken instructions...
Shuffle Select Repeat Call up the menu. Media (current track) or BMW Motorrad recom- mends setting the volume TELEPHONE for media and phone calls on Precondition the mobile device to maximum The vehicle is connected to a before riding off.
Muting During active phone calls, the microphone in the helmet can be muted. Phone calls with multiple participants While a phone call is in pro- gress, a second call can be ac- cepted. The first phone call is put on hold. The number of active calls is shown in the menu.
Adjusting headlight beam CLUTCH throw Adjusting clutch lever WARNING Adjusting the clutch lever while riding Risk of accident Adjust the clutch lever only when the motorcycle is at a standstill. If, for a high load, the adjust- ment of the spring pre-load is no longer sufficient not to dazzle oncoming traffic: Use adjusting screws 1 on...
ADJUSTMENT between the brake lever and BRAKES the handlebar grip. Adjusting brake lever The adjusting screw is easier to turn when the WARNING handbrake lever is pushed for- ward. Relocated brake fluid tank Air in the brake system SPRING PRELOAD Do not turn the handlebars without Dynamic ESA or the handlebar fitting on...
Basic setting of spring preload, rear One-up with luggage (Turn the adjuster as far as it will go counter-clockwise, then back it off 20 turns in the clockwise direction.) Two-up with luggage (Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go.) WARNING Stow the on-board toolkit in Spring preload setting and...
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ADJUSTMENT Basic setting of rear- suspension damping characteristic Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to the limit posi- tion, and then 0.5 turns an- ticlockwise. (One-up with luggage) Adjust the damping action by Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go clockwise, turning adjusting screw 1.
This applies even to short tion entitled "Technical data"). journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised WARNING BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to advise you on When a motorcycle with the correct clothing for every lowered suspension is cor- purpose.
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also the section entitled Lowering the motorcycle's "Accessories" ( 206). suspension shortens spring travel. Ride comfort might be Payload per case restricted as a result. Be sure to adjust spring preload ac- max 5 kg cordingly, particularly for riding two-up. Maximum permissible speed for riding with Loading correctly...
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RIDING Spring-strut and shock-ab- Risk of burning sorber system not set up cor- rectly CAUTION Imbalanced load Engine and exhaust system Loose clothing become very hot when the Insufficient tyre pressure Poor tyre tread vehicle is in use Added luggage systems such Risk of burn injury as cases, topcase and tank When you park the vehicle...
Use only unleaded fuel Tampering Comply with all specified maintenance intervals. ATTENTION Tampering with the motor- ATTENTION cycle (e.g. engine manage- ment ECU, throttle valves, Unburned fuel in catalytic clutch) converter Damage to the affected parts, Damage to catalytic converter failure of safety-relevant func- Note the points listed for tions, voiding of warranty...
RIDING Check the tyre tread depth. STARTING 178) Starting engine Check the tyre pressures. 177) ATTENTION Check security of cases and luggage. Sufficient gearbox lubrica- Every 3rd refuelling stop: tion only with the engine is Check the engine oil level. running.
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"Technical data". ( 224) authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Pre-Ride-Check with riding modes Pro The instrument cluster runs a The intervention of riding...
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ABS. be checked: 5 km/h) ABS self-diagnosis If an indicator showing an ABS BMW Motorrad ABS performs fault appears when ABS self- self-diagnosis to ensure its op- diagnosis completes: erability. Self-diagnosis starts You can continue to ride.
You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that the ASC/ 500...1200 km DTC function is not available. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
RIDING Brake pads SHIFTING GEAR New brake pads have to bed with shift assistant Pro down before they can achieve Gear Shift Assistant Pro their optimum friction levels. For safety reasons, cruise You can compensate for this control is automatically initial reduction in braking effi- deactivated when Gear Shift ciency by exerting greater pres-...
Function shift gear without pulling the clutch can cause a severe load-change reaction. BMW Motorrad recommends disengaging the clutch for shifts in these circumstances. It is advisable to avoid using Gear Shift Assistant Pro at...
RIDING der these circumstances the BRAKES front wheel can lock up. How can stopping distance be BMW Motorrad ABS prevents minimised? the front wheel from locking Each time the brakes are ap- plied, a load distribution shift Emergency braking takes place with the load shift-...
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Wet and dirty brakes ABS Pro with riding modes Pro WARNING Physical limits applicable to motorcycling Wetness and dirt result in diminished braking effi- WARNING ciency Risk of accident Braking when cornering Apply the brakes lightly Risk of crash despite ABS Pro while riding to remove Invariably, it remains the wetness and dirt, or...
RIDING Use on public roads ABS Pro helps make the mo- ATTENTION torcycle even safer for riding Additional weight placing on public roads. When the strain on the side stand brakes are applied because of Risk of damage to parts if an unforeseen hazard when vehicle topples the motorcycle is banked for...
More Risk of damage to parts if information is available from vehicle topples your authorised BMW Motorrad Do not lean or sit on the retailer. vehicle with the centre stand Recommen- extended.
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RIDING with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Refuelling WARNING Fuel is highly flammable Risk of fire and explosion Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank.
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the fuel reserve indicator light is switched off. WARNING The "usable fuel capacity" Escape of fuel due to heat- specified in the technical induced expansion if fuel data is the quantity that the tank is overfilled fuel tank could hold if refilled Risk of falling after it had been run dry and Do not overfill the fuel tank.
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RIDING The indicator light for the ra- Waiting time for open- dio-operated key flashes while ing the fuel filler cap the search for the radio-oper- 2 min ated key is in progress. There are two variant ways Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel of opening the fuel filler cap: filler cap up again.
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Fuel filler cap is in closed posi- with Keyless Ride tion. Fuel filler cap cannot be opened. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Hold emergency release 2 in position. Install screws 1.
RIDING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION Make sure that all compon- ents that might come into contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are ad- equately protected against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose. ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage...
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GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TRACTION CONTROL (ASC/DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC ESA RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...
At this ficients of friction than a clean, instant the BMW Motorrad ABS dry asphalt surface. The lower must assume an extremely the coefficient of friction, the low coefficient of friction longer the stopping distance.
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BMW Motorrad ABS can sible that the BMW Motorrad ensure directional stability on any surface. Limitations ABS will be unable to prevent inherent to the design principle...
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Take care when cornering! When you apply the brakes on a corner, the vehicle's weight and momentum take over and even BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to counteract their ef- fects.
Evolution of ABS to ABS Pro tionally, pressure modulation is with riding modes Pro more uniform across the range Until now, the BMW Motorrad of ABS intervention. ABS helped ensure a very high Advantages for the rider degree of safety for braking...
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The speeds of the front and the track. The BMW Motorrad rear wheels are compared and ASC/DTC can be deactivated in DTC, unlike ASC, also takes the these cases.
The BMW Motorrad Traction wheel in order to reach a stable Control can shut down auto- driving condition again as soon matically under the exceptional as possible.
Sharp braking during sporty riding. DYNAMIC ESA In the same way as with Dynamic ESA BMW Motorrad DTC dynamic Dynamic ESA function traction control, dynamic Dynamic ESA uses a ride height engine brake control compares sensor to detect movements in...
Throttle response Load settings In RAIN riding mode: the en- One-up riding One-up with luggage gine’s throttle response is Two-up (with luggage) soft. In ROAD riding mode: the RIDING MODE engine’s throttle is optimum. Selection In DYNAMIC riding mode: The engine’s throttle response To adjust the motorcycle to the is direct.
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ENGINEERING DETAILS nering is reduced to a min- Riding stability imum. In the DTC setting RAIN, DTC In DYNAMIC riding mode, intervenes early enough to ABS Pro is available only achieve maximum riding sta- when the tyre-to-surface bility. coefficient of friction is high. In the DTC setting ROAD, Assistance is less than in RAIN DTC intervenes later than in...
No drive torque on the rear Behaviour in emergency wheel. braking No brake pressure in the If emergency braking oc- brake system. curs at a speed in excess of 10 km/h, the ABS function is The following steps must be further assisted by Dynamic taken to change the riding Brake Control.
ENGINEERING DETAILS An error message is issued if TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL wheels without sensors are fit- (RDC) ted to a vehicle equipped with with tyre pressure control an RDC control unit. (RDC) Tyre pressure ranges Function The RDC control unit distin- A sensor integrated into each guishes between three tyre tyre measures the air tempera-...
gauges that do not compensate Example for temperature; the reading shown by a gauge of this You must now increase tyre nature is the temperature- pressure until the value is: dependent tyre-air pressure. As 2.6 bar a result, the values displayed there usually do not correspond GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT to the values displayed in the...
ENGINEERING DETAILS Shift time is shorter than a gearshift with clutch actu- Downshifting ation. Downshifting is assisted until maximum rpm for the tar- In order for the system get gear to be selected is to identify a request for a reached.
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tion of bank angle in addition to the low-beam headlight, en- abling the headlight to illumin- ate the inside of the bend as the motorcycle banks for cor- nering. The adaptive cornering headlight is optimised for slight to moderate bank angles. The adaptive cornering head- light is activated under the fol- lowing conditions:...
If in doubt consult a Non-reusable cable ties specialist workshop, preferably Non-reusable cable ties are an authorised BMW Motorrad used at some points to secure retailer. cables and lines. To prevent damage to cables and lines...
TOOLKIT FRONT-WHEEL STAND Installing front-wheel stand ATTENTION Use of the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand without also using the auxiliary stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Screwdriver handle Place the motorcycle on an Reversible screwdriver auxiliary stand before lift-...
(the procedure for installation. higher the temperature, the BMW Motorrad offers an aux- higher the oil level) iliary stand suitable for every Engine damage due to incor- vehicle. Your BMW Motorrad...
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Seat the oil dipstick on the oil operating temperature and filler neck, but do not engage hold the motorcycle upright. the threads. Turn the dip- BMW Motorrad recommends stick one full turn backward using a suitable auxiliary to make the oil level easier to stand.
Always make sure that the As a contribution to re- engine oil level is correct. ducing environmental im- pact, BMW Motorrad recom- Top up the engine oil to the mends checking the engine oil specified level. Check the engine oil level.
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1.0 mm (Friction pad by a specialist workshop, only, without backing plate. preferably an authorised The wear indicators, i.e. the BMW Motorrad retailer. grooves, must be clearly vis- ible.) Checking brake pad thickness, front brakes If the wear indicating marks are...
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MAINTENANCE Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, WARNING preferably an authorised Brake-pad thickness less BMW Motorrad retailer. than permissible minimum Checking brake pad thickness, Diminished braking effect, rear brakes damage to the brakes Make sure the ground is level...
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Checking brake-fluid level, Move the handlebars to the front brakes straight-ahead position. WARNING Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid reservoir, or con- taminants in brake fluid Considerably reduced braking power due to presence of air, contaminants or water in the brake system Check the brake fluid level in Cease operation of the...
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Have the fault rectified as cycle on its centre stand. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes WARNING Not enough brake fluid in...
If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. CLUTCH Checking operation of the Repeatedly pull clutch lever 1 clutch tight against the grip.
1. Viewing dir- Consult a specialist workshop, ection: from behind through preferably an authorised opening in right-hand side BMW Motorrad retailer, if the trim panel. distance has to be exceeded in order to obtain the correct clutch play.
Topping up coolant WARNING Tendency of valve inserts installed vertically to open by themselves at high riding speeds Sudden loss of tyre pressure Install valve caps fitted with rubber sealing rings and tighten firmly. Open cap 1 of expansion tank 2. Make sure the ground is level Using a suitable container and firm and place the motor-...
Tyre recommendation Measure the tyre tread depth For each size of tyre, in the main tread grooves BMW Motorrad tests and with wear marks. classifies as roadworthy certain Each tyre has wear makes. BMW Motorrad cannot...
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2 and 3. beforehand, preferably an Remove securing screws 4 authorised BMW Motorrad from the left and right brake retailer. In some cases, the calipers. data programmed into the control units can be changed to...
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MAINTENANCE ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on at- tempt to install the brake cal- iper or because brake pads have to be forced apart Do not operate the brakes Force brake pads 5 slightly with a brake caliper not cor- apart by rocking brake cal- rectly secured.
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Roll the front wheel forward to remove. Remove axle screw 8. Slacken left axle clamping screws 9. Remove spacing bushing 12 from the left-hand side of the wheel hub. Installing front wheel WARNING Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions during ABS and ASC/DTC intervention Slacken right axle clamping See the information on the...
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Roll the front wheel into posi- of the fasteners checked tion between the forks of the by a specialist workshop, front suspension. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Lubricate the quick-release axle 11. Lubricate the running surface of spacer bush 12. WARNING...
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Raise the front wheel and in- sert quick-release axle 11 un- til seated. Clamp of quick-release axle Tightening sequence: Tighten Install axle screw 8 and screws six times in alternate tighten to the specified sequence torque. In this process, M8 x 35 counter-hold the quick-release 19 Nm axle on the right side.
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MAINTENANCE Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim. WARNING Brake pads not lying against the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect. Before driving, check that Clamp of quick-release the brakes respond without axle delay. Tightening sequence: Tighten Operate the brake several screws six times in alternate times until the brake pads are...
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Slip wooden chocks or sim- Wheel-speed sensor, ilar under the rear wheel to front, to fork leg prevent it from dropping out Thread-locking compound: after the quick-release axle micro-encapsulated has been removed. 8 Nm Remove the front-wheel stand. without centre stand Remove the auxiliary stand.
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MAINTENANCE Remove axle nut 4 and Roll the rear wheel as far washer 5. forward as possible and Back off adjusting screws 7 disengage chain 9 from the on both sides. sprocket. Remove chain tensioner 6 and push the axle forward as far as it will go.
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Roll the rear wheel farther by a specialist workshop, into the swinging arm, while preferably an authorised pushing brake-caliper car- BMW Motorrad dealer. rier 1 forward at the same time. The chain sprocket and the spacer bushes on left and right are loose fits in the wheel.
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MAINTENANCE loop chain 7 over the chain without centre stand sprocket. Remove the auxiliary stand. Insert the wheel speed sensor Insert right chain tensioner 6 into the bore and tighten into the swinging arm. new screw 1 to the specified Lubricate quick-release axle 5 torque.
To prolong chain life, and dirt, carry out lubrication at BMW Motorrad recommends correspondingly more frequent using BMW Motorrad chain intervals. lubricant, or: Switch the ignition off and select neutral. Clean the drive chain with...
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MAINTENANCE dry it and apply chain lub- Chain deflection ricant. To prolong chain life, BMW Motorrad recommends 35...45 mm (Motorcycle with the use of BMW Motorrad no weight applied, supported chain lubricant or: on its side stand) Lubricant with low-slung 30...40 mm (Motorcycle with...
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Make sure that scale read- ings 2 are the same on left and right. Tighten quick-release axle nut 1 to the specified torque. Rear quick-release axle in swinging arm M24 x 1.5 125 Nm Check whether third marker line 1 is fully visible. If third marker line 1 is fully visible, check chain length: Engage 1st gear.
2. Chain riveting is OK. If one or more rivet heads have twisted out of line: Consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. LIGHTING Permissible chain length Replacing LED light sources max 144 mm (measured WARNING...
JUMP-STARTING ATTENTION CAUTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and Touching live parts of the vehicle ignition system when the Risk of short-circuit engine is running Use jump leads fitted with Electric shock fully insulated crocodile clips Do not touch parts of the at both ends.
MAINTENANCE gine does not start, wait a few minutes before repeat- ing the attempt in order to protect the starter motor and the donor battery. Allow both engines to idle for a few minutes before discon- necting the jump leads. Disconnect the jump lead Press in the lock and flip open from the negative termin-...
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ATTENTION is to remain out of use for Unsuitable chargers connec- more than four weeks. ted to a socket BMW Motorrad has de- Damage to charger and veloped a float charger vehicle electronics specially designed for com- Use suitable BMW chargers.
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MAINTENANCE you may be using a charger that is not compatible with ATTENTION your motorcycle's electronics. If Recharging a fully dis- this happens, charge the bat- charged battery via the tery directly at the terminals of power socket or extra the battery that is disconnected socket from the vehicle.
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Installing battery If the vehicle has been disconnected from the battery for a significant time, the current date will have to be reset to guarantee correct operation of the service display. Switch off the ignition. Insert the battery into the bat- tery compartment, with the ATTENTION positive terminal on the right...
MAINTENANCE with anti-theft alarm (DWA) If applicable, switch on the ATTENTION anti-theft alarm. Battery not connected in ac- Install the seat. ( cordance with correct pro- Set the clock. ( 105) cedure Set the date. ( 105) Risk of short-circuit Always proceed in compli- FUSES ance with specified installa-...
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If fuse defects recur fre- quently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Main fuse 40 A (Voltage regulator) ATTENTION Install the seat. ( Replacing fuses Jumpering of blown fuses...
Do not disconnect the system. diagnostic socket or allow it to be disconnected except in the course of a BMW Motorrad service by a specialist workshop or by other authorised persons. Have the work carried out by appropriately trained per- sonnel.
Use of other-make products tion and use regulations applic- Safety risk able in your country. BMW Motorrad cannot ex- Your authorised amine or test each product BMW Motorrad retailer of outside origin to ensure can offer expert advice on the...
Operating electrical accessories You can start using electrical accessories connected to the sockets only when the ignition is switched on. Low-wattage electrical accessories might not be recognised by the vehicle’s Lower soft case 1 with re- electronics. In such cases, taining lugs 3 from above into power sockets are switched off holders 4 and against latch 2.
ACCESSORIES Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle max 180 km/h Payload per case max 5 kg Turn key 1 opposite to the TOPCASE direction of travel. Opening topcase with topcase with luggage carrier Pull soft case 1 in direction of arrow 1 to disengage it from latch 2.
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Pull release lever 2 all the way up and open the lid of the topcase. Closing topcase with topcase with luggage carrier Push release lever 1 down until it engages. Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock.
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ACCESSORIES Pull carry handle 1 up as far Push carry handle 1 down un- as it will go. til it engages. Lift the topcase at the rear Turn the key in the topcase and remove it from the lug- lock to the LOCK position and gage carrier.
Secure the navigation device Navigation prepara- tion is suitable from BMW Motorrad Navigator IV onward. Insert navigation device 1 at The latching system of bottom and pivot it toward the Mount Cradle is not the rear.
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Operating navigation system The description be- low is based on the BMW Motorrad Navigator V and the BMW Motorrad Nav- igator VI. The BMW Motorrad Navigator IV does not support Turn ignition key 1 counter- all the options described here.
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Increase MENU rocker button 2 or decrease the volume Switch operating focus to of a Bluetooth-connected Pure Ride view. BMW Motorrad communication system. In detail, the following functions In the BMW special menu: Se- can be controlled: lect menu item.
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1 which appears at selecting data. the top left in the map view. The values available fr selec- If a BMW Motorrad com- tion depend on the optional munication system is con- extras installed on the vehicle. nected, warnings are accom- panied by an acoustic signal.
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Navigator if desired. Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navig- ator V and the BMW Motorrad Navigator VI can be secured against unauthorised use with a four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock). If this function is activated, while...
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CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED COMPONENTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION LAYING UP MOTORCYCLE RESTORING MOTORCYCLE TO USE...
BMW Motorrad retailer. The BMW Motorrad recommends substances in BMW Care that you use BMW insect re- Products have been tested in mover to soften and wash off laboratories and in practice;...
BMW Motorrad re- the vehicle. tailer. To prevent stains, do not wash CLEANING EASILY DAMAGED the vehicle immediately after COMPONENTS it has been exposed to strong Plastics sunlight and do not wash it in the sun.
Substances of this nature include spilt fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid and bird droppings. For this, we recommend BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner followed by BMW Motorrad gloss polish for preservation.
For paint preservation, room in such a way that there BMW Motorrad recommends is no load on either wheel the use of BMW Motorrad (preferably using the front- gloss polish or agents contain- wheel and rear-wheel stands ing carnauba wax or synthetic from BMW Motorrad).
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART THREADED FASTENERS FUEL, F 900 R (0K11) FUEL, F 900 R A2 (0K31) ENGINE OIL COOLANT ENGINE, F 900 R (0K11) ENGINE, F 900 R A2 (0K31) CLUTCH TRANSMISSION FINAL DRIVE FRAME CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION BRAKES WHEELS AND TYRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS...
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART The engine does not start: Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear Select neutral or retract the engaged side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not Select neutral or pull the clutch disengaged lever. No fuel in tank Refuel.
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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Rectification Navigation from the The BMW Motorrad Connec- BMW Motorrad Connec- ted app is opened on the con- ted app was not transmitted. nected mobile device prior to departure.
TECHNICAL DATA THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Wheel-speed sensor, front, to fork leg M6 x 16, Replace 8 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Front-wheel cover to telescopic fork M5 x 14, Replace 2 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Brake caliper to tele- scopic fork M10 x 65 38 Nm Clamp of quick-re-...
Rear wheel Value Valid Wheel-speed sensor, rear, to brake caliper carrier M6 x 16, Replace 8 Nm screw micro-encapsulated Rear quick-release axle in swinging arm M24 x 1.5 125 Nm Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror (locknut) to clamping piece M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 22 Nm Adapter to clamping...
Engine oil, capacity approx. 3.0 l, with filter change Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. BMW recommends...
Engine oil, quantity for topping max 0.5 l, Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends COOLANT Coolant topping up quantity 0.2 l, Difference between MIN and MAX marks 1.8 l, Coolant circuit, total ENGINE, F 900 R (0K11) Engine number location Crankcase top section, near oil/coolant heat exchanger Engine type...
TECHNICAL DATA Idle speed 1250 ±50 , Engine at reg- ular operating temperature ENGINE, F 900 R A2 (0K31) Engine number location Crankcase top section, near oil/coolant heat exchanger Engine type A24A09A Engine design Water-cooled, 2-cylinder 4- stroke engine with four valves per cylinder operated via rocker arms, two overhead camshafts and dry-sump...
TRANSMISSION Type of transmission Claw-shifted 6-speed manual gearbox integrated in the en- gine housing FINAL DRIVE Gear ratio of the final drive 2.588 (44/17 teeth) FRAME Type plate location Frame, front left at steering head Position of the vehicle identi- Frame, front right fication number CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION...
TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium double swinging arm Spring travel at rear wheel 142 mm, at rear wheel with low-slung 122 mm, at rear wheel Basic setting of spring preload, rear without Dynamic ESA One-up riding without luggage, Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go counter-clockwise.
Rear wheel Type of rear brake Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 1-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake-pad material, rear Organic material Brake disc thickness, rear 5.0 mm, When new min 4.5 mm, Wear limit WHEELS AND TYRES Speed category, front/rear W, required at least: 270 km/h tyres Front wheel...
Height of rider's seat 815 mm, without rider, at DIN unladen weight with seat, low 790 mm, without rider, at DIN unladen weight with seat, extra high 865 mm, without rider, at DIN unladen weight with low-slung 770 mm, without rider, at DIN unladen weight Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to 1820 mm, without rider, at...
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REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS RECYCLING BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW MOTORRAD RUNNING-IN CHECK MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
SERVICE REPORTING SAFETY-RELEVANT DEFECTS with Canada export If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately in- form the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) in addition to notifying the BMW of North America, LLC. If the NHTSA receives other, similar complaints, it may open an investigation.
Information about recycling and sustainability BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE can be viewed on the country- BMW Motorrad has an specific websites of the extensive network of retailers manufacturer. Additional in place to look after you and...
An authorised firmed in the "Service" chapter BMW Motorrad retailer or a in this manual. Evidence of specialist workshop can also regular preventive maintenance view data that is stored in the is essential for generous electronic service booklet.
500 km and 1200 km. the vehicle owner. In this in- BMW Motorrad Service stance, no entry is made in the The BMW Motorrad Service electronic service booklet of is carried out once a year; the the vehicle. extent of servicing can vary,...
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SERVICE The service-due indicator in the display reminds you about one month or 1000 km in advance when the time for a service is approaching. To find out more about service go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service The maintenance tasks neces- sary for your vehicle are set out in the maintenance sched- ule below.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Motorrad running- annually or every in check (including oil 10000 km (whichever change and oil filter comes first) change) for the first time after one BMW Motorrad Service, year, then every two years standard scope Engine-oil change, with...
SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD RUNNING-IN CHECK BMW Motorrad running-in check The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad running-in check are listed below. The actual scope of work applicable for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance work applic- able for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
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SERVICE BMW Motorrad pre- BMW Motorrad running-in delivery check check carried out carried out odometer reading Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Replacing the air filter element...
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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SERVICE Work performed odometer Date reading...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE HUF5794 CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE HUF8485 CERTIFICATE FOR TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING TPM (REIFENDRUCK-CONTROL, RDC) CERTIFICATE FOR TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER RADIO EQUIPMENT INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY CALL...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Petuelring 130, 80809 Munich, Germany Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity according to EU RED (2014/53/EU). Simplified UK Declaration of Conformity according to Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 of the United Kingdom. Hereby, BMW AG declares that the radio equipment components listed below are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/ EU and with Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 of the United Kingdom.
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APPENDIX Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Keyless allowed ZB001 134.5 kHz Ride 66 dBµA/ m @ 10m max. Keyless ZB002 433.92 MHz 10 dBm Ride e.r.p TXBM- 433.05 MHz - 434.79 MHz 18,8 dBm RDC3 433.92 MHz <...
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Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Peak max. 76 - 77 GHz Re14FCR 32 dBm Nom max. 27 dBm Front Peak max. ARS513 77 GHz radar 30 dBm Rear Peak max. SRR521 77 GHz radar 30 dBm Intelli- TL1P22...
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APPENDIX Radio Com- Frequency band Output/ equip- ponent Transmis- ment sion Power Keyless ZB006 134,5 kHz < 10 mW 433,92 MHz Ride Act- e.r.p. ive Key...
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment electronic United Arab Emirates immobiliser (EWS4) For all countries without EU Technical information Frequency Band: 134 kHz (Transponder: TMS37145 / Type DST80, TMS3705 Transponder Base Station IC) Philippiens Output Power: 50 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: BECOM Electronics GmbH Address: Technikerstraße 1,...
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Indonesia Taiwan 72790/SDPPI/2021 13349 低功 電波 射性電機管 辦法 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低 功率射頻電 機,非經許可,公 司、商號或使用者均不得擅 自變 更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計 之特性及 功能。第十四條 低功 Dilarang melakukan perubahan 率射頻電機之使用不 得影響飛航 Spesifikasi yang dapat 安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有 Menimbulkan gangguan fisik 干 擾現象時,應立即停用,並改 dan/atau elektromagnetik 善至無干擾時方 得繼續使用。 前 terhadap lingkungan sekitarnya 項合法通信,指依電信法規定作...
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United States (USA) Canada Contains FCC ID: Contains IC: ODE-MREWS5012 10430A-MREWS5012 FCC § 15.19 Labelling This device complies with part 15 requirements of the FCC Rules and Industry This device complies with part Canada license-exempt RSS 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry standard(s).
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Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride Key For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF5794 Philippines Pakistan Technical information Frequenzy band: 433,92 MHz Output/Transmission Power: 10 mW Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Belarus Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
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CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
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Declaration of Malaysia Paraguay Conformity Keyless Ride ECU For all Countries without EU Model name: HUF8485 Philippines Pakistan Technical information Frequenzy band: 134,45 kHz Output/Transmission Power: 42 dBµV/m Manufacturer and Address Huf Hülsbeck & South Africa Oman Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Str.
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CAUTION: Canada Changes or modifications not This device complies with part expressly approved by the party 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry responsible for compliance could Canada licence-exempt RSS void the user's authority to operate standard(s). Operation is subject the equipment.
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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 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
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Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Argentina cluster For all Countries without EU C-24711 Technical information Brazil BT operating frq. Range: Este equipamento opera em 2402 – 2480 MHz caráter secundário, isto é, não BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE) tem direito a proteção contra BT output power: <...
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Mexico Le présent appareil est conforme La operación de este equipo está aux CNR d'Industrie Canada sujeta a las siguientes dos applicables aux appareils radio condiciones: exempts de licence. L'exploitation (1) es posible que este equipo o est autorisée aux deux conditions dispositivo no cause interferencia suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit perjudicial y...
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Thailand เครื ่ อ งโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น้ ี มี ค วามสอดคล้ อ งตามข้ อ กํ า หนดของ กทช. (This telecommunication equipments is in compliance with NTC requirements) United States (USA) This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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APPENDIX RADIO EQUIPMENT to this equipment. Such INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY modifications could void the CALL user’s authority to operate the equipment. For all countries without EU Avis d’Industrie Canada sur l’exposition aux rayonnements Model name: TL1P22 Cet appareil est conforme Manufacturer aux limites d’exposition aux LG ELECTRONICS INC.
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INDEX Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Care Care products, 216 Engineering details, 150 Chrome, 218 Self-diagnosis, 134 Paintwork preservation, 219 Warning indicators, 55, 56 Washing the vehicle, 216 Adaptive Headlight, 162 Cases, 205 Ambient temperature, 41 Chain Checking wear, 191 Control, 21 Lubricating, 189 Engineering details, 153 Sag, 190...
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Important data for refuelling: Fuel Premium unleaded (max- Recommended fuel grade imum 15% ethanol, E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI with regular-grade fuel, un- Regular, unleaded (control is na- leaded tional-market-specific) (maximum 15% ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Recommended fuel grade F 900 R A2 (0K31): see the sec- tion entitled "Technical data".
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