Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad M 1000 R 2023
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MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL M 1000 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 INSTRUMENT INSTRUCTIONS CLUSTER Quick & easy reference Warnings Abbreviations and sym- Controls Operation bols Settings Equipment Bluetooth Technical data Navigation Currency Media Additional sources of Telephone information Software version Certificates and operat- Licence information ing licences Data memory Bluetooth® OPERATION Connectivity functions Ignition...
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ADJUSTMENT Front turn indicator M Cover Kit Mirrors Switching off ABS Headlight when riding on the Brakes race track Clutch Gearshift-pattern re- Footrest system verser Steering Mirrors Spring preload Data recording and Damping 2D software Handlebars ENGINEERING DE- RIDING TAILS Safety information General notes Regular check...
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Care products BMW Motorrad Washing the vehicle Service Cleaning easily dam- BMW Motorrad aged components service history Care of paintwork BMW Motorrad mo- Paint preservation bility services Laying up motorcycle Maintenance work Restoring motorcycle Maintenance sched- to use BMW Motorrad run-...
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Maintenance confirm- ations Service confirmations APPENDIX Declaration of Con- formity Radio equipment electronic immobil- iser Certification Tire Pressure Control Radio equipment TFT instrument cluster INDEX...
QUICK & EASY REFERENCE ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA CURRENCY ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING LICENCES DATA MEMORY BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIVITY FUNCTIONS...
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.
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.
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.
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,...
Bluetooth- e.g. those with the compatible devices. iOS operating system, the shielding by metal objects or BMW Motorrad Connected app bodies. has to be opened prior to use. CONNECTIVITY FUNCTIONS Connectivity functions include media, telephony and navig- ation.
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GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE UNDER THE RIDER'S SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
GENERAL VIEWS GENERAL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Spring preload at front wheel ( 105) Adjust the spring pre- load for the rear wheel. 106) Lock for tail-hump cover Tyre pressures table Chain settings Rider footrest...
GENERAL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 179) Vehicle identification number (VIN) (frame, front, top right) Type plate (frame, front right, on steering head) Brake-fluid reservoir, front 178) Coolant expansion tank 182) Engine oil level indicator 174) Oil filler opening 175)
STATUS INDICATORS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicators, left High-beam headlight General warning light Turn indicators, right Warning light, drive mal- function ( DTC ( Automatic daytime riding light (...
MENU VIEW Hill Start Control ( 14 Outside temperature warning ( Speedometer 15 Ambient temperature Cruise control ( 16 Menu section Speed Limit Info ( Riding mode ( Status line, top ( Gear indicator Clock Connection status 10 Muting ( 11 Operating help 12 Heating stages, handlebar grips (...
STATUS INDICATORS PURE RIDE VIEW START SCREEN Hill Start Control ( 14 Automatic daytime riding light ( Rev. counter ( 15 Outside temperature Speedometer warning ( Status line, top ( 16 Ambient temperature Cruise control ( Speed Limit Info ( Riding mode ( Gear indicator Clock...
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REV. COUNTER engine speed range no longer Scale changes. Upper/red engine speed range The solid red rpm range indicates the current max- Needle imum engine speed, depending Secondary indicator for example on whether the The red engine speed running-in check still has to be range changes depend- performed, Launch Control is ing on the coolant temperature:...
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STATUS INDICATORS Range The calculated range is only an approximate figure. You can view the range 1 read- ing in the status line of the in- strument cluster ( 64). Range readout 1 indicates how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank.
MY VEHICLE VIEW START SCREEN Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( Odometer Service display ( Tyre pressure, rear On-board voltage 203) Tyre pressure, front...
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STATUS INDICATORS between them are displayed On-board computer and trip for each wheel. computer Immediately after the ignition is switched on, only dashes are displayed. The sensors do not start transmitting tyre pressure signals until the first time the vehicle accelerates to more than the minimum speed stated below: RDC sensor is not active...
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For further information about BMW Motorrad RDC, see the section entitled "Engineering details" ( 165). Service requirements When the next service is due...
STATUS INDICATORS 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.
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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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STATUS INDICATORS Warnings, overview Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Outside tempe- is displayed. rature warning Radio-operated lights up yel- Remote key not in key out of range low. range. Replacing battery lights up yel- Remote key bat- of radio-operated low.
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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 Engine tempera- lights up yel- Engine temp. ture high ( low. high! Engine over- lights up red.
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Tyre pressure lights up yel- Tyre pressure close to limit of low. does not match permitted toler- setpoint ance ( Tyre pressure flashes red. Tyre pressure outside permitted does not match tolerance ( setpoint Tyre press.
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights ABS deactivated shows. Off! ABS deactivated. ABS fault ( lights up yel- Limited ABS low. availability! shows. ABS failed lights up yel- ABS failure! low. shows. ABS Pro failed lights up yel- ABS Pro failure! low.
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STATUS INDICATORS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights DTC fault ( lights up yel- Traction control low. failure! shows. DTC restricted lights up yel- Traction control low. limited! shows. DDC fault lights up yel- Spring strut ad- low. justment faulty! Fuel down to re- Tank reserve serve (...
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Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights Launch Control Shift light L-Con not avail- not ready ( shows or able. Clutch too flashes. hot. Service due is displayed in white. Service due! Service-due lights up yel- is displayed in yellow. date has passed low.
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STATUS INDICATORS Ambient temperature The ambient temperature is WARNING displayed in the status line of Risk of black ice forming the instrument cluster. 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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Proceed as directly as pos- Have the faulty radio-operated sible to an authorised work- key replaced by an authorised shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. Motor start with Keyless Ride Replacing battery of radio- can no longer be initiated.
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If the fault persists or occurs cialist workshop, preferably an without consumers connec- authorised BMW Motorrad re- ted, have the fault rectified as tailer. quickly as possible by a spe- Voltage of the vehicle...
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Always replace a faulty bulb Front side light at the earliest possible op- faulty! portunity. Consult a special- ist workshop, preferably an Daytime riding light authorised BMW Motorrad faulty! Retailer. Tail light faulty! Possible cause: One or more bulbs faulty. Brake light faulty! Identify faulty bulb or bulbs by visual check.
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This error message is dis- quickly as possible by a spe- played briefly only after cialist workshop, preferably an the Pre-Ride-Check completes. authorised BMW Motorrad re- Possible cause: tailer. The integral battery in the anti- Anti-theft alarm battery weak theft alarm (DWA) has lost its with anti-theft alarm (DWA) entire original capacity.
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Possible cause: Consult a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised The coolant level is too low. BMW Motorrad retailer. Check the coolant level. 182) DWA failed If the coolant level is too low: with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Allow the motor to cool down.
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If the coolant level is too low: preferably an authorised Allow the motor to cool BMW Motorrad retailer. down. Top up the coolant. You can continue riding; pol- Have the cooling system lutant emissions are higher checked by a specialist than the threshold values.
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BMW Motorrad re- Avoid high load and rpm tailer. ranges if possible. It is possible to continue to Have the fault rectified as ride but not recommended. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Serious fault in engine control authorised BMW Motorrad re- flashes red.
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Have the fault rectified as flashes red. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- Tyre pressure does tailer. not match setpoint Stop immediately! Check Tyre pressure close to limit of tyre pressure.
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Risk of accident, degradation shop, preferably an authorised of the vehicle's driving char- BMW Motorrad retailer. acteristics. If you are unsure whether the Adapt your style of riding vehicle can be ridden with the accordingly.
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STATUS INDICATORS Possible cause: preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. The integral battery in the tyre- pressure sensor has lost a sig- Possible cause: nificant proportion of its ori- Wireless communication with ginal capacity. There is no as- the RDC sensors has been dis- surance of how long the tyre rupted.
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Consult a specialist work- minimum threshold. You can- shop, preferably an authorised not resume your journey. BMW Motorrad retailer. min 5 km/h Motorcycle dropped Consult a specialist work- Cannot start engine. shop, preferably an authorised Stand motorcycle up- BMW Motorrad retailer.
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ABS deactivated 156). shows. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Off! authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. ABS deactivated. ABS failed Possible cause: lights up yellow. The rider has switched off the ABS system.
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You can continue to ride. quickly as possible by a spe- Bear in mind the more cialist workshop, preferably an detailed information on authorised BMW Motorrad re- certain situations that can tailer. lead to an ABS fault message 156). ABS control at front wheel...
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STATUS INDICATORS Possible cause: DTC switched off The DTC has detected a de- shows. gree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to re- Off! duce torque. The indicator and warning light Traction control de- flashes longer than the duration activated.
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You can continue to ride. quickly as possible by a spe- Bear in mind the more cialist workshop, preferably an detailed information on authorised BMW Motorrad re- situations that can lead to a tailer. DTC fault ( 159). Have the fault rectified as...
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Do not run the fuel tank dry. quickly as possible by a spe- Possible cause: cialist workshop, preferably an The fuel tank contains no more authorised BMW Motorrad re- than the reserve quantity of tailer. In this condition, the motor- fuel.
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Possible cause: preferably an authorised Hill Start Control cannot be ac- BMW Motorrad retailer. tivated. Hazard warning lights system Retract the side stand. is switched on Hill Start Control is opera- flashes green.
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Have your vehicle serviced 136) regularly by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised Service display BMW Motorrad retailer. If service is overdue, the The vehicle remains oper- due date or the odometer ationally reliable and road- reading at which service was worthy.
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Service is overdue because of the driving performance or the date. Have your vehicle serviced regularly by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. The vehicle remains oper- ationally reliable and road- worthy. The vehicle retains its value.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGS CONTROLS Multi-Controller WARNING Operation of a smartphone while riding the vehicle Risk of accident Always comply with the road traffic regulations in force where you are riding. Do not use a smartphone while riding. This applies Multi-Controller with the exception of ap- Move the cursor up in lists plications without opera-...
MENU rocker button top section of the rocker but- ton. Instructions given by the navigation system are displayed as a dialogue if the menu has not Navigation been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Short-press the top section of OPERATION MENU rocker button 1: Calling up menu...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER information can be displayed menu can Settings in the top status line. only be called up when Information from the tyre the vehicle is stationary. pressure monitoring can also System status displays be displayed. The system status is displayed Information from the tyre in the lower area of the menu if pressure monitoring can also...
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Call up the on-board (Aver- Consumption 2 computer age) Call up the My vehicle Riding time 1 menu. Scroll to the right until the Riding time 2 menu ON-BOARD COMPUTER screen is displayed. Break 1 Reset the on-board computer Call up the My vehicle Break 2 menu.
Switch on the ignition. The pairing of the vehicle to the current Navigate to Settings Sys- BMW Motorrad Connected- tem settings Ride account is reset. You can change the following system settings here: BLUETOOTH Date and time...
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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. ( During the pairing process, the...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Follow the instructions on the Select Pair new rider's mobile device. helmet Pair new pas- Confirm that the code and confirm. seng. helmet matches. Helmets are searched for. The connection is established flashes in the bottom and the connection status up- status line during pairing.
Enter the destination address plications without opera- Connect a mobile device. tion, such as hands-free tele- phony. Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app and start the route guidance. WARNING In the instrument cluster, call Distraction from the road up the menu.
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FAVOURITES Route type shows all the destinations Avoid saved as favourites in the Select desired Route type BMW Motorrad Connec- Switch desired on or Avoid ted app. You cannot use the off. instrument cluster to add The number of avoidances ac- favourites to the list.
Requirement Select Start guidance Vehicle is connected to a overwrite the current destina- compatible mobile device. The tion. BMW Motorrad Connected app is installed on the mobile End route guidance device. Navigate to Navigation Active route guidance shows...
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.
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IGNITION EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH (KILL SWITCH) LIGHTING DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC DAMPING CONTROL (DDC) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL (HSC) SHIFT LIGHT ANTI-THEFT ALARM (DWA) TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING (RDC) HEATED GRIPS FRONT AND REAR SEATS...
OPERATION IGNITION Range of the Keyless Ride radio-operated key Radio-operated key The telltale light for the approx. 1 m radio-operated key flashes Locking the steering lock while the search for the radio- Requirement operated key is in progress. The handlebars are turned to- The light goes out as soon as wards the left.
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ABS self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 117) DTC self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 118) Switching off ignition Requirement Radio-operated key is within range. The steering lock can be un- locked once the ignition is switched on. Steering lock is engaged: Press and hold down but- ton 1.
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You can obtain spare keys allowed to expire. only through an authorised 30 s BMW Motorrad retailer. The Pre-Ride-Check is performed. keys are part of an integrated Spare key has been recog- security system, so the retailer nised.
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Engine can be started. Change the battery. Spare key can be removed. Start the engine. ( 115) Replacing battery of radio- operated key If the radio-operated key does not react when you short-press or long-press a button: Battery of the radio-operated key is not at full capacity.
OPERATION The emergency off switch is a Battery type kill switch for switching off the engine quickly and easily. For Keyless Ride radio-oper- ated key CR 2032 Install battery cover 2. Red LED in the instrument cluster flashes. The radio-operated key is again ready for use.
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Alternatively: With the ignition Immediately after switching switched on, pull switch 1. off the ignition, pull switch 1 back and hold it in that posi- High-beam headlight and tion until the headlight cour- headlight flasher tesy delay feature comes on. Switch on the ignition.
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OPERATION in that position until the park- ambient brightness is detec- ing lights come on. ted, the daytime riding light is Switch the ignition on and off switched back on. again to switch off the park- shows when daytime rid- ing lights.
Navigate to Settings Vehicle settings select Lights Switch Comfort turn in- on or off. dicator Press and hold down button 1 until the DTC indicator light changes status. Immediately after button 1 is pressed, DTC system status is displayed. Push button 1 to the left or right, as appropriate, to shows.
OPERATION Switch on DTC A DTC fault has oc- curred if the DTC warn- ing light shows when the motorcycle accelerates to a speed in excess of the min- imum stated below after the ignition was switched off and then on again. min 5 km/h Press and hold down button 1 For more information on...
RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC and RIDING MODE RACE Using riding modes Configure riding-mode BMW Motorrad has developed preselection operational scenarios for your Switch on the ignition. motorcycle from which you can select the scenario suitable for Navigate to Settings your situation:...
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OPERATION 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 example Warning! ABS Press button 1. &...
Switching on cruise control CRUISE CONTROL Display when adjusting settings (Speed Limit Info not active) Slide switch 2 to the right. Button 1 is enabled for opera- tion. Setting road speed Symbol 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and in the top status line.
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OPERATION 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.
Resuming former cruising The system is deactivated. Button 1 is disabled. speed HILL START CONTROL (HSC) Display Short-push button 1 back to return to the speed saved be- forehand. Symbol 1 for Hill Start Control Opening the throttle does is displayed in the Pure Ride not deactivate cruise con- view and in the top status line.
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OPERATION Hill Start Control Pro can be activated by forcefully oper- ating the handbrake or foot- brake lever. If the brake is actuated for approximately one second after the vehicle has come to a standstill and the motor- cycle is on a gradient of at Apply firm pressure to hand- least 3%, Hill Start Control brake lever 1 or to the foot-...
Set the shift light Pulling away from rest Switch on the with the throttle grip Shift light function. turned to open the throttle Navigate to automatically deactivates Settings Hill Start Control Pro. Vehicle settings (under Configuration disappears as soon as the Shift light brake is fully released.
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OPERATION on a train and the swaying Turn indicators flash twice. Confirmation tone sounds movement of the moving train twice (if programmed). could trip the alarm), press Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is act- button 1 on the radio-oper- ive. ated key again during the ac- tivation phase.
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Deactivating anti-theft alarm type of acoustic alarm tone system (DWA) can be set by an authorised Switch on the ignition. BMW Motorrad retailer. Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed). DWA is switched off. Customise the anti-theft alarm settings Switch on the ignition.
OPERATION or lift the vehicle for towing, for HEATED GRIPS example. Operating heated handlebar When the vehicle is go- grips ing to be transported, de- The heating in the heated activate the tilt sensor to pre- handlebar grips can be vent the anti-theft alarm (DWA) activated only when the engine from being triggered.
Low heating power Medium heating power High heating power High heating power is for heating the grips quickly: it Flip open lock cap 1 and use is advisable to switch back the ignition key to unlock the to a lower heating power as lock for tail-hump cover 2.
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OPERATION Removing rider's seat Flip open lock cap 1 and use the ignition key to unlock the Push the rider's seat cover 1 lock for passenger seat 2. forward slightly on the seat Remove passenger seat 3; to cushion surface and expose do so, unhook fixing 4.
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cushion surface and expose tab 2. Position and install bolt 3.
DANGER checked by a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorised Functional restriction due to BMW Motorrad retailer. incorrect installation posi- tion BRAKES Risk of crash and accident Adjusting handbrake lever Do not change the installa- tion position of the mirror.
Turn adjustment lever 1 to Turn adjustment lever 1 to the desired position. the desired position. The adjuster knob is The adjuster knob is easier to turn when the easier to turn when the handbrake lever is pushed clutch lever is pushed slightly slightly forward.
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ADJUSTMENT The footrest may only fold upwards and slightly towards the rear. Adjusting footrest hinge Setting of the footrest joint is the same on the right and left. Rotor 1 enables foot clear- ance and foot position to be adjusted. Slacken screw 2.
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Adjust the footbrake lever Adjusting gearshift lever peg ATTENTION Unintentional operation of the gearshift lever Damage to the gearbox Check that the gearshift lever is in the correct pos- ition. Make sure that the gearshift lever is under no load ex- Foot clearance and height re- cept when gearshifting is in lative to peg 1 can be adjus-...
Lifting the motorcycle justing screw 1 in direction A. Adjusting spring preload as re- To increase damping: Turn commended by BMW Motorrad adjusting screw 1 in direc- requires the use of an engine tion B. lifter. The procedure for use of...
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Adjust the spring preload for Load-dependent adjust- front wheel ment of spring preload Make sure the ground is level Negative spring displacement and firm and place the motor- of front wheel cycle on its stand. 50 mm (with rider 85 kg) Lift the motorcycle with an engine lifter until there is no load on the front wheel.
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ADJUSTMENT in direction B. The toolkit in- Make sure the ground is level cludes an appropriate adapter and firm and place the motor- that protects the screw from cycle on its stand. Subject the motorcycle to scratches. load with a rider, and possibly Adjusting spring preload for with luggage.
DAMPING Correct setting for the damping characteristic WARNING Incorrect spring-preload and spring-strut damping set- tings. Impaired handling. WARNING Adapt spring preload and spring strut damping to the Spring preload setting and payload carried by the mo- spring-strut damping setting torcycle. not matched.
Adjusting handlebar position The handlebars can be adjus- ted to either of two positions by turning handlebar clamping blocks 1 through 180°. Have the handlebar pos- ition adjusted by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION REGULAR CHECK STARTING RUNNING IN SHIFTING GEAR BRAKES PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELLING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
This applies even to short sure to comply with the journeys, and to every season instructions on loading. of the year. Your authorised BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to advise you on ATTENTION the correct clothing for every purpose.
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Settings of the spring-strut and shock-absorber system WARNING Imbalanced load Inhalation of harmful va- Loose clothing pours Insufficient tyre pressure Poor tyre tread Health hazard Do not inhale vapours from Parts removed operating fluids and plastics. Use the vehicle only out- ATTENTION doors.
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RIDING Catalytic converter Risk of overheating If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic con- ATTENTION verter, there is a danger of Engine running for pro- overheating and damage. longed period with vehicle The following guidelines must at standstill be observed: Overheating due to insuf- Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Check security of luggage. REGULAR CHECK Every 3rd refuelling stop Comply with checklist Check the engine oil level At regular intervals, use the 174). checklist below to check your Check the brake pad thick- motorcycle. ness, front brakes ( 176). When load status changes: Check the brake pad thick- Adjust the spring preload for...
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RIDING gage a gear before retracting Consult the troubleshooting the side stand. chart below if the engine re- fuses to start. ( 226) To ensure rapid opera- tional readiness of the Pre-Ride-Check catalytic converter, idle speed The instrument cluster runs a is increased for a short time test of the instruments and the after engine start.
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- flashes. cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- Phase 2 tailer. Test of the wheel-speed The intervention of riding sensors as the vehicle pulls dynamics control systems away from rest.
BMW Motorrad re- completed tailer. The DTC function is not DTC self-diagnosis available, because self- The BMW Motorrad DTC per- diagnosis did not complete. forms self-diagnosis to ensure (The motorcycle has to reach its operability. Self-diagnosis is a defined minimum speed...
Tyres Comply with the running-in speeds. New tyres have a smooth sur- face. This must be roughened Running-in speed by riding in a restrained man- ner at various heel angles until <7000 min (Odometer the tyres are run in. This run- reading 0...300 km) ning in procedure is essential No full load (Odometer read-...
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Shift light goes out: Engine reaction to the load change. revving at upshift rpm BMW Motorrad recommends disengaging the clutch for The engine-speed thresholds shifts in these circumstances. and the way in which the shift...
Remember to pull ate and vehicle speed reaches the clutch at the same time. 20 km/h. BMW Motorrad ABS prevents the front wheel from locking In the "emergency braking situ- ations" that are trained so fre- quently, braking force is ap-...
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RIDING Descending mountain passes Riding in the rain or through puddles of water. After the vehicle has been WARNING washed. Braking mostly with the rear Riding on salted or gritted brake on mountain descents roads. Brake fade, destruction of the After work has been carried brakes due to overheating on the brakes, due to traces...
Possibility of a fall not ABS Pro was not precluded developed to enhance Although ABS Pro and Dynamic individual braking performance Brake Control provide the rider with the motorcycle banked with valuable assistance and into corners. constitute a huge advance in PARKING YOUR safety for braking with the mo- MOTORCYCLE...
Fuel is highly flammable a lengthy period of time. More Risk of fire and explosion information is available from Do not smoke. Never bring your authorised BMW Motorrad a naked flame near the fuel retailer. tank.
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clockwise in the lock and pop the cap open. WARNING Escape of fuel due to heat- induced expansion if fuel tank is overfilled Risk of falling Do not overfill the fuel tank. ATTENTION Wetting of plastic surfaces Refuel with fuel of the grade by fuel stated above;...
RIDING Fuel reserve approx. 4 l Press the fuel tank cap down firmly to close. Remove the ignition key and close the protective cap. SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION ATTENTION Make sure that all compon- Vehicle topples to side when ents that might come into being lifted on to stand contact with tensioning straps Risk of damage to parts if...
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suspension should be compressed as tightly as possible front and rear. ATTENTION Trapping of components Component damage Do not trap components such as brake lines or cable legs. At the front, loop a strap over the bottom fork bridge on each side.
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STATUS INDICATORS FOR RACING LAPTIMER RACE PRO RIDING MODES LAUNCH CONTROL PIT LANE LIMITER NUMBER PLATE CARRIER FRONT TURN INDICATOR M COVER KIT SWITCHING OFF ABS WHEN RIDING ON THE RACE TRACK GEARSHIFT-PATTERN REVERSER MIRRORS DATA RECORDING AND 2D SOFTWARE...
ON THE RACE TRACK STATUS INDICATORS FOR RACING SPORT 1 DISPLAY Maximum DTC torque re- duction Current DTC torque re- duction DTC control value Rev. counter Maximum braking decel- eration Current braking decelera- tion Current lean angle Maximum lean angle Unit for engine speed display: 1000 revolutions per minute...
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SPORT 2 DISPLAY Maximum DTC torque re- Unit for engine speed duction display: 1000 revolutions per minute Current DTC torque re- duction Operating help DTC control value Rev. counter Difference between the last lap time and refer- ence time or difference between current lap time and reference time Reference time: Fastest of...
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ON THE RACE TRACK SPORT 3 DISPLAY Current DTC torque re- 10 Difference between the duction last lap time and refer- ence time or difference Maximum DTC torque re- between current lap time duction and reference time DTC control value 11 Unit for engine speed Rev.
Ending time recording and LAPTIMER managing times Start the timing Requirement Call up the menu and Sport Sport 2 or Sport 3 display is change to the Sport 2 or shown. Sport 3 display. Start the engine. ( 115) Press down the MENU rocker button.
ON THE RACE TRACK recorded laps are deleted. This with M GPSLaptrigger : Change of means that other races can Trigger actuation. : Actu- subsequently be timed and Manual ation by headlight flasher. the lap times of those races : Actuation by compared with the best-ever External M GPSLaptrigger.
Engine Engine Brake Traction (DTC) Wheelie (DTC) For further information about the parameters, see ( 161). Three RACE PRO riding modes Select a parameter. The current setting is dis- can be configured. played graphically and numer- One RACE PRO riding mode ically.
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ON THE RACE TRACK Operating Launch Control When Launch Control is act- ive engine torque is reduced so that forward propulsion is CAUTION maximised on the flat with the Launch Control permits max- front wheel just starting to lift imum acceleration, so unfa- off the ground.
PIT LANE LIMITER Clutch cooling time Limiting speed with Pit Lane Limiter approx. 3 min (with engine The Pit Lane Limiter is an as- running) sistance system for comply- approx. 20 min (with engine ing with a speed limit, for ex- stopped) ample in the pit lane.
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ON THE RACE TRACK Press and hold down starter Control can be fine-tuned button 1. in the configuration of Open throttle grip until the the RACE PRO riding modes. set maximum rpm has been Configuring RACE PRO riding reached. modes ( 135) Engine speed is limited to the set rpm.
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WARNING Loss of stability because of rear wheel spinning when DTC control is reduced. Risk of falling Reduce DTC for riding on racing circuits only. Only change DTC control RACE PRO riding mode by one level at a time and is activated, Speed Limit carefully test the effects on...
Removal of the number cannot propel itself forward. plate carrier Under these circumstances, Voiding of homologation for BMW Motorrad recommends riding on public roads temporarily switching off DTC. With the number-plate car- Bear in mind that the rear rier removed, do not ride...
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Prevent moisture from mak- and remove. Remove cables for left turn ing its way into open plug indicator 2 and number plate connections, preferably by light 3. inserting the correspond- ing blanking plugs from the BMW Motorrad M Cover Kit.
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ON THE RACE TRACK Install the tail-hump trim panel. ( 201) Install the number plate carrier with M Cover Kit Remove the M Cover Kit. 146) Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Install screws 1 through cycle on its stand.
FRONT TURN INDICATOR Remove the front turn indicators ATTENTION Removal of the turn indicators Voiding of homologation for Connect connector for right riding on public roads turn indicator 1. With the turn indicators re- Install cable strap 2. moved, do not ride the mo- torcycle on public roads.
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ON THE RACE TRACK Remove cable strap 1. Remove cables for turn Disconnect connector for left indicators 2 left and right turn indicator 2. from cable guide 1. Remove cable strap 1. Remove screw 1 on left and Disconnect connector for right right.
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Install the front turn indicators Connect connector for right Work the cables into position turn indicator 2. Install cable strap 1. and hold turn indicators 2 left and right in position. Install screw 1 on left and right. Turn indicator to turn- indicator holder M6 x 20 3 Nm...
ON THE RACE TRACK indicated by the arrow, noting lug 3. Install screw 1 on left and right. M COVER KIT with M Cover Kit Covering body openings Requirement Hook in and position number The M Cover Kit is for profes- plate carrier cover 1.
Switch on the ignition. For more information on brake systems with You have the option of BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, deactivating the ABS func- see the section entitled tion while the motorcycle is on "Engineering details": the move.
ON THE RACE TRACK Switch on the ABS function GEARSHIFT-PATTERN RE- VERSER Shift pattern for racing The shift pattern can be re- versed for racing by changing the position of the selector rod. Reversing the shift pat- tern means that the gearshift lever is lifted up for 1st gear and pressed down for all the Press button 1 for at least...
Pull off protective cap 2 and MIRRORS slide on the gearshift rod 4. Remove the mirrors Remove screw 3 with the washer. ATTENTION Transfer the gearshift rod 4 to the thread for the inverted Removal of the mirrors gearshift pattern 1. Voiding of homologation for riding on public roads With the mirrors removed,...
ON THE RACE TRACK Install the mirrors DATA RECORDING AND 2D SOFTWARE with M GPSLaptrigger Data recording and 2D software You can access all the inform- ation about and support for working with the software from 2D, exporting and ana- Hold decoupling element 7 lysing the performance logs by in position on handlebars 5,...
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GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC DAMPING CONTROL (DDC) RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL TYRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT...
ENGINEERING DETAILS How does ABS work? GENERAL NOTES The amount of braking force To find out more about that can be transferred to the engineering, go to road depends on factors that bmw-motorrad.com/technik. include the coefficient of fric- tion of the road surface. Loose ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM stones, ice and snow or a wet (ABS)
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What feedback does the Risk of falling rider receive from the When you brake sharply, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro? bear in mind that ABS con- If the ABS has to reduce brak- trol cannot always be re- ing force on account of the cir-...
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The potentially shorter braking In addition to problems with distances which ABS permits the BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, must not be used as an excuse exceptional riding conditions for careless riding. The system can lead to a fault message be- is primarily a means of ensur- ing issued.
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to calculate bank angle. They come from the angular rate WARNING sensor, an integral component Braking when cornering of Dynamic Traction Control Risk of accident despite ABS (DTC). Invariably, the rider bears As the motorcycle is heeled responsibility for assessing over more and more as road and traffic conditions it banks into a corner, an...
ENGINEERING DETAILS Brake Slide Assist DYNAMIC TRACTION CON- Brake Slide Assist is an TROL (DTC) extension of BMW Motorrad How does traction control ABS Pro and is designed as work? a rider assistance system Traction control compares the for riding with slicks on race front and rear wheel circum- tracks.
DTC fault shows. Self-dia- gnosis has to complete before WARNING fault messages can be issued. Risky riding The BMW Motorrad Traction Risk of accident despite DTC Control can shut down auto- Invariably, the rider bears matically under the exceptional...
ENGINEERING DETAILS Dynamic engine brake control DYNAMIC DAMPING CON- limits this slip at the rear wheel TROL (DDC) to a safe mode-dependent and How does DDC work? bank-angle-dependent regu- Dynamic Damping Control lated slip. (DDC) is as semi-active Causes for excessive slip at suspension-adaptation system the rear wheel: that reacts automatically to...
Race: Damping for riding on RIDING MODE the race track (default setting Selection in RACE riding mode) To adjust the motorcycle to the In addition, the damping val- road condition and the desired ues for the front wheel and driving experience, the follow- the rear wheel can be set in ing riding modes can be selec- ted:...
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ENGINEERING DETAILS Torque and throttle response Traction control (DTC) In RAIN riding mode: Gentle In RAIN riding mode: Max- throttle response, reduced imum stability on wet roads. torque in low gears. Acceleration on dry roads In ROAD and DYNAMIC riding might be reduced.
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possible. The rider has to In RACE PRO riding modes control the speed of the rear with setting 1: Brake Slide wheel to prevent the Wheelie. Assist is inactive. The rear The system only intervenes wheel can lock up under late.
ENGINEERING DETAILS Close the throttle twistgrip. Behaviour in emergency Release the brake levers. braking Deactivate cruise control. If emergency braking occurs at a speed in excess of min The desired riding mode is ini- 10 km/h, the ABS function is tially preselected.
Control steadily ramps engine Time for transmission of torque back to the rider's measured values after requested level. vehicle comes to a stop: When ABS is switched min 15 min off, the Dynamic Brake An error message is issued if Control function is switched off wheels without sensors are fit- as well.
ENGINEERING DETAILS are always referenced to a tyre- Example air temperature of 20 °C. The air lines available to the 0.2 bar public in petrol stations and The gauge on the air line motorway service areas have shows: gauges that do not compensate 2.4 bar for temperature;...
engine speed is adjusted by assistance for the gearshift if blipping the throttle. the rider declutches. Shift time is shorter than a Downshifting gearshift with clutch actu- Downshifting is assisted until ation. 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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ENGINEERING DETAILS tivated, pressure is built up in approx. 1 m. This prevents the rear brake system to keep the vehicle slipping with a the machine at a standstill on a locked rear wheel, for ex- gradient. The brake pressure in ample.
control is completely deactiv- ated. The holding pressure is released immediately without a brake warning jolt as soon as the ignition is switched off. ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT Function In addition to the bulbs for low beam, high beam and, if ap- plicable, daytime riding light or side light, the headlight has separate LED elements com-...
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 Install the front-wheel stand ATTENTION Use of the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand without accompanying use of centre stand or auxiliary stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Open-ended spanner Place the motorcycle on Width across flats 10/...
(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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Check the oil level in the preferably an authorised display 1. BMW Motorrad retailer. Topping up engine oil Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
Engine oil, quantity for Have the brakes checked topping up by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised max 1.3 l (Difference BMW Motorrad retailer. between MIN and MAX) Check the engine oil level. Checking brake pad thickness, 174) front brakes...
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1. Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake pad thickness, rear brakes Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
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1. Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motor- cycle upright.
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Brake fluid, DOT4 quickly as possible by a spe- It is not permissible for the cialist workshop, preferably an brake fluid level to be below authorised BMW Motorrad re- the MIN mark (Brake-fluid tailer. reservoir horizontal) Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes...
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MAINTENANCE Brake fluid level, rear ATTENTION Vehicle toppling sideways Brake fluid, DOT4 Risk of damage to parts if It is not permissible for the vehicle topples brake fluid level to be below Secure the vehicle, prefer- the MIN mark (Brake-fluid ably with the assistance of reservoir horizontal) a second person, so that it...
Make sure that only fresh Move the handlebars to the brake fluid from a sealed straight-ahead position. container is used. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
A. stated intervals consult a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Clutch-lever play authorised BMW Motorrad re- tailer. 3...5 mm (measured at the outer end of the clutch lever, Distance between handlebars in straight-ahead...
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Turn the handlebars all the If the coolant drops below the way to the left. permitted level: Top up the coolant. Topping up coolant WARNING Opening radiator cap Risk of burning Do not open the radiator cap when the system is hot. Check and, if necessary, top Check the coolant level in ex- up the coolant in the expan-...
MAINTENANCE Check tyre pressures against Coolant top-up quantity the data below. Tyre pressure, front FROSTOX HT12 (Coolant) Check the coolant level. 2.5 bar (tyre cold) 182) Close cap 1 of expansion Tyre pressure, rear tank 2. Install the fairing side panel. 2.9 bar (tyre cold) 198) If tyre pressure is too low:...
BMW Motorrad re- authorised BMW Motorrad tailer. retailer. In these cases, the data programmed into the control...
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Removing front wheel Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear- wheel stand. Install the rear-wheel stand. Disengage the cable for the 174) wheel speed sensor from holding clips 1 and 2.
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Damage to wheel speed cycle until the front wheel is sensor. ABS malfunction clear of the ground, preferably Left clamp locates the using a BMW Motorrad front- threaded bush; do not wheel stand. loosen or remove this clamp. Install the front-wheel stand.
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M24 x 1.5 of the fasteners checked 50 Nm by a specialist workshop, Tighten clamping screws 2 preferably an authorised to the specified tightening BMW Motorrad dealer. torque. ATTENTION Front wheel installed wrong way round Risk of accident Note direction-of-rotation arrows on tyre or rim.
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Radial brake caliper to axle holder 38 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate Secure cable for wheel speed sequence sensor in holder 1. M8 x 35 Insert the wheel speed sensor 19 Nm into the bore hole and secure it with new screw 2.
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MAINTENANCE Removing rear wheel Lift the motorcycle, preferably with a BMW Motorrad rear- wheel stand. Install the rear-wheel stand. 174) Slip wooden chocks or sim- ilar under the rear wheel to prevent it from dropping out Place brake caliper 2 on the...
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Change in tyre size Effect on control systems Have the new paramet- ers encoded by a specialist workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad Roll the rear wheel as far for- Retailer. ward as possible and disen- gage chain 1 from the chain...
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Check judder damping ele- by a specialist workshop, ments 2 for damage, deform- preferably an authorised ation and wear; replace if ne- BMW Motorrad dealer. cessary. The adaptation values have to be reset with the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system after replacement of the judder-damper elements.
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Roll rear wheel on the support Roll the rear wheel as far into the swinging arm. forward as possible and loop chain 1 over the chain sprocket. Insert brake caliper 1 with brake-caliper support 2 into the guide 3 of the swinging Install adjustment plate on the arm.
MAINTENANCE Make sure that the quick-re- CHAIN lease axle fits into the recess Check chain sag for the flats. Push the motorcycle to turn the rear wheel and find the position at which chain sag is at its minimum. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
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Adjust the chain sag Make sure that scale read- ings 4 are the same on left Make sure the ground is level and right. and firm and place the motor- Check chain sag. ( 194) cycle on its stand. Tighten lock nuts 3 on left and right to the specified tightening torque.
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To prolong chain life, Permissible chain length BMW Motorrad recommends the use of BMW Motorrad chain lubricant or: max 144 mm (measured from the centre of 10 rivets, Lubricant...
If an LED light source is faulty contact a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer. Check whether a rivet head 1 has twisted out of line. TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS Rivet heads are parallel to the Remove the fairing side panel chain centreline 2.
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MAINTENANCE Ease engine spoiler 2 to the rear to remove, noting hook 1. Remove screws 1 (3 mm with collar). Remove screw 2 (25 mm without collar). Remove screws 2 (9 mm with collar). Disengage fairing side panel 3 from grommet 1 and remove. Installing side panel Disengage trim cover 1 from securing clips 2 and remove.
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Install screw 2 (25 mm without collar). Hold engine spoiler 2 in posi- tion, noting hook 1. Install engine spoiler 2 in se- Hold winglet 1 in position. curing clip 4. Install screws 2. Install screw 3. Winglet to trim panel M5 ×...
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MAINTENANCE Remove screws 1. Remove screws 3 (3 mm with collar). Remove screws 1 (6 mm with collar). Remove screws 4. Carefully unclip trim panels 5 in the direction of arrow from tail-hump trim panel 2. Remove screws 1. Lift tail-hump trim panel 1 in the direction of arrow and remove from retaining tab 2.
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Installing tail-hump trim panel Begin by carefully easing rear Position tail-hump trim trim panels 1 left and right panel 1 at retaining tab 2. vertically into position and clipping them in 4, then en- gage lugs 2 in holders 3. Carefully clip in panels 5 in the direction of arrow to the tail-hump trim panel 2.
MAINTENANCE with two-up riding package Install the passenger seat. ATTENTION Jump-starting with a voltage Install the tail-hump cover. greater than 12 V Damage to the on-board Install the rider's seat. ( electronics Make sure that the battery JUMP-STARTING of the donor vehicle does not exceed a voltage of CAUTION 12 V.
BATTERY more than four weeks. Maintenance instructions Correct upkeep, recharging and BMW Motorrad has de- storage will prolong the life of veloped a float charger the battery and are essential if specially designed for com-...
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MAINTENANCE Disconnecting battery from Connecting battery to motorcycle motorcycle Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Remove the front seat. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) If applicable, switch off the DWA. ATTENTION Battery not connected in ac- cordance with correct pro- cedure...
Comply with the operating terminal on the left in the dir- instructions of the charger. ection of travel. Once the battery is fully Connect the battery to the charged, disconnect the motorcycle. ( 204) Change the system settings. charger's terminal clips from the battery terminals.
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40 A quently have the electric Alternator regulator circuits checked by a specialist Isolating relay workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad re- BMS-O tailer. Install fuse box 1 in the Fuse box (slot 1 direct holder. Install the rider's seat. (...
The interface to the diagnosis it to be disconnected and information system except in the course of a can be connected to the BMW Motorrad service by diagnostic connector 2. a specialist workshop or by Securing diagnostic socket other authorised persons.
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GENERAL NOTES CONNECTOR FOR OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES USB CHARGING SOCKET...
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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...
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Underneath the left side panel Under the tail-hump cover without anti-theft alarm (DWA) Plug for optional accessories and racing accessories: Terminating resistor Voltage supply and LIN Connector for DWA and Spring travel sensor for M data logger front forks (racing access- ory) Under the tail-hump cover Under the tail-hump trim...
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ACCESSORIES Connect the optional accessories and racing ATTENTION accessories Dirt and damp penetrating Requirement inside open connectors Remove the side panel, rear Malfunctions seat or tail-hump cover, as ap- Reinstall the cap or termin- plicable, to gain access to the ating resistor, as applicable, plugs.
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60 seconds after the ignition is switched off, in order to pre- vent overloading of the on- board electrics BMW Motorrad recommends using the BMW Motorrad pouch for smartphone to protect your smartphone against water and vibration. To prevent dirtying, keep the...
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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.
Damage to radiator fins this nature include spilt fuel, Take care not to bend the oil, grease, brake fluid and radiator fins when cleaning. bird droppings. For this, we recommend BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner followed by BMW Motorrad gloss polish for preservation.
Stand the motorcycle in a dry For paint preservation, room in such a way that there BMW Motorrad recommends is no load on either wheel. the use of BMW Motorrad RESTORING MOTORCYCLE gloss polish or agents contain- TO USE ing carnauba wax or synthetic wax.
TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear Retract the side stand. engaged 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 instrument cluster. Possible cause Rectification Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Connec- Connected app on the paired ted app was not transmitted. mobile device prior to depar- ture.
TECHNICAL DATA THREADED FASTENERS Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate se- quence 19 Nm Radial brake caliper to axle holder M10 x 65 38 Nm...
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Rear wheel Value Valid Swinging-arm ad- apter to rear wheel swinging arm M8 x 30 20 Nm Spring strut at deflec- tion lever M12 x 1.5 x 75 - 10.9 100 Nm micro-encapsulated Mirrors Value Valid Mirror with lock nut to adapter M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread,...
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TECHNICAL DATA Footrest system Value Valid Peg to footbrake lever M6 x 25 9 Nm with Billet pack Peg to gearshift lever M6 x 25 9 Nm with Billet pack...
SAE 5W-40, API SJ / 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. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 1.3 l, Difference between MIN and MAX...
Nominal capacity 154 kW, at engine speed: 13750 min with Torque optimized 132 kW, at engine speed: calibration 11500 min with Canada export Torque 113 Nm, at engine speed: 11000 min Maximum engine speed max 14600 min Idle speed 1270 ±50 , Engine at reg- ular operating temperature...
TECHNICAL DATA FINAL DRIVE Type of final drive Chain drive Chain deflection 35...45 mm, Motorcycle with no weight applied, supported on its side stand Permissible chain length max 144 mm, measured from the centre of 10 rivets, chain pulled taut Final drive, number of teeth 17/47 (Pinion / sprocket)
4.5 mm, Wear limit WHEELS AND TYRES Recommended tyre combina- Your authorised tions BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to supply an up- to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations. Speed category, front/rear W, required at least: 270 km/h...
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TECHNICAL DATA Front wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17" Tyre designation, front 120/70 ZR 17 Load index, front tyre min. 58 Permissible front-wheel imbal- max 5 g ance Permissible wheel load, front max 160 kg Wheel load, front, at unladen 105 kg weight Rear wheel...
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Length of motorcycle 2085 mm, over rear wheel Height of motorcycle 1176 mm, over mirrors, at DIN vehicle kerb weight 1112 mm, without mirrors, at DIN vehicle kerb weight Width of motorcycle 996 mm, with mirrors 849 mm, over handlebar weights Height of rider's seat 830 mm, without rider, at DIN...
Permissible wheel load, rear max 264 kg Permissible gross vehicle 407 kg weight Maximum payload 210 kg PERFORMANCE FIGURES Top speed >200 km/h with Torque optimized >200 km/h calibration with Canada export...
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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.
In order to help ensure BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE that your BMW is always in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad has an BMW Motorrad recommends extensive network of retailers compliance with the mainten- in place to look after you and...
An authorised services available to you. BMW Motorrad retailer or a specialist workshop can also MAINTENANCE WORK view data that is stored in the BMW pre-delivery check electronic service booklet.
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500 km and 1200 km. approaching. BMW Motorrad Service To find out more about service The BMW Motorrad Service go to: is carried out once a year; the bmw-motorrad.com/service extent of servicing can vary,...
SERVICE 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...
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. Setting service-due date and countdown distance with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
SERVICE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The tasks included in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance work applic- able for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
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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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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 Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) 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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) 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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) 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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) 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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) Renewing all spark plugs...
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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 Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) 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 Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Checking the timing (cylinder head cover removed) Renewing all spark plugs...
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 RADIO EQUIPMENT ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER CERTIFICATION TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL RADIO EQUIPMENT TFT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
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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 Compo- Frequency band Output/ equip- nent 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 Compo- Frequency band Output/ equip- nent 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 ra- Peak max. SRR521 77 GHz 30 dBm Intelli- TL1P22...
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APPENDIX Radio Compo- Frequency band Output/ equip- nent Transmis- ment sion Power Keyless ZB006 134,5 kHz < 10 mW 433,92 MHz Ride Ac- e.r.p. tive Key...
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RADIO EQUIPMENT ELEC- Brunei TRONIC IMMOBILISER For all countries without EU Model name: EWS 4 Manufacturer TA No: DTA‑007061 BECOM Electronics GmbH Canada Technikerstraße 1, A-7442 Contains IC: Hochstraß, Austria 10430A‑MREWS5012 Technical information This device complies with part Frequency Band: 134 kHz 15 of the FCC Rules and In- Transponder: TMS37145/Type dustry Canada license-exempt...
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radio exempts de licence. L'- Taiwan exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas pro- duire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage 低功 電波 射性電機管 辦法 第十 radioélectrique subi, même si le 二條...
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APPENDIX Technical Information Le présent appareil est con- BT operating frq. Range: forme aux CNR d'Industrie Ca- 2402 ‑ 2480 MHz nada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'- BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE) exploitation est autorisée aux BT output power: < 4 dBm deux conditions suivantes : WLAN operating frq.
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