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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine bmw‑motorrad.com Rider's Manual F 700 GS...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 BMW. It contains im- We hope you will enjoy riding portant information on how to your BMW and that all your jour- operate the controls and how to neys will be pleasant and safe make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents On-board computer Electronic Suspension Ad- display ..... . 25 justment (ESA) ....52 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 Cases ..... 137 7 Riding ....75 9 Maintenance .
  • Page 6 Riding specifications ..163 13 Service ....165 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 166 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ....166 Maintenance work .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

    General instructions Overview ......6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment .

  • Page 8: Overview

    Technical data. If you sell your BMW some day, voiding of the warranty. please also remember to hand NOTICE Specific instruc- over the rider's manual; it is an tions on how to operate, Optional extras.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Actuality BMW Motorrad dealer; the optional extras (OE) offered optional accessories The high safety and quality by BMW and selected optional have to be retrofitted to standards of BMW motorcycles accessories (OA). This explains the vehicle. are maintained by constant...

  • Page 11: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Underneath the seat .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Power socket ( 136) Seat lock ( Oil filler opening and oil dipstick ( 102)

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Fuel filler cap ( Adjuster, spring preload Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 107) Brake-fluid tank, front 106) Vehicle identification num- ber, type plate (on steering head, right) Coolant level indicator (behind side trim panel) 109) Adjustment of damping characteristic (...

  • Page 16: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Stowage with first-aid kit First-aid kit Toolkit ( 100) Tyre pressure table Payload table Rider's Manual ( Diagnostic connector 131) Tool for adjusting spring preload (...

  • Page 17: Underneath The Trim Panel

    Underneath the trim panel Battery ( 127) Air filter housing ( 118) Socket for optional ac- cessories Fuse ( 130)

  • Page 18: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( INFO button Select display ( 46). with on-board com- puter Resetting the average val- ues ( 48). Hazard warning lights sys- tem ( Turn indicators ( Horn with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) ESA ( 53).

  • Page 19: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated grips Operating the heated handlebar grips ( 55). MODE button Setting riding mode 54). Starter ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) (...

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Indicator and warning lights Speedometer Pushbutton Setting the clock ( 48). with on-board com- puter Operate stopwatch 49). Multifunction display - without optional accessories standard) ( - with optional accessor- Pushbutton Select display ( 46). Resetting trip distance re- corder ( 47).
  • Page 21 Photosensor (brightness control) with on-board com- puter Activating the rpm redline warning ( 83). with alarm system (DWA) DWA light-emitting diode General information about the anti-theft alarm (DWA) Engine speed display...

  • Page 23: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Indicator and warning lights ..22 Multifunction display ....23 Multifunction display ....24 On-board computer display .

  • Page 24: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Indicator and warning lights with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ASC ( 51). ABS ( 50). Fuel reserve ( Fuel gauge ( Turn indicators, right Neutral Malfunction indicator lamp Turn indicators, left High-beam headlight General warning light...

  • Page 25: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display without heated grips without on-board computer without riding modes Pro without Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Indicator light for engine electronics ( Clock ( Indicator light for coolant temperature ( Service-due indicator Display area for values Odometer ( Trip distance recorder Fuel gauge ( Riding modes ( Warning symbol (...

  • Page 26: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display with heated grips with on-board computer with riding modes Pro with Electronic Suspension Ad- justment (ESA) Selected heating stage Stopwatch ( Displays for OE ESA ( rpm redline warning On-board computer display Symbols ( Riding modes ( Gear indicator, displays "N" in idle...

  • Page 27: On-Board Computer Display

    Warnings On-board computer display Mode of presentation with on-board computer Warnings are indicated by the corresponding warning lights. Distance travelled after hav- ing tapped into the fuel re- serve ( Average consumption In addition, the warning triangle 3 can also be displayed next to the values area 2.
  • Page 28 Warnings, overview Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up yellow + " " appears EWS active ( on the display lights up Fuel down to reserve ( lights up red flashes Coolant temperature too high ( lights up yellow Engine symbol Engine in emergency-operation mode...
  • Page 29 Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display Outside temperature warning ( x.x °C " " flashes flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed lights up ABS switched off ( lights up ABS fault ( quick-flashes ASC intervention ( slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed lights up ASC switched off (...
  • Page 30 Telltale and warning Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up yellow + " " appears DWA battery flat ( on the display lights up yellow + " " flashes Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( Tyre pressure outside permitted toler- flashes red + "...
  • Page 31 Have the defective key re- checked by a specialist Refuelling ( 87). placed, preferably by an au- workshop, preferably by a thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. BMW Motorrad partner. Coolant temperature too Fuel down to reserve high Possible cause: Warning light for fuel down...
  • Page 32 General warning light shows quickly as possible by a ing. yellow. specialist workshop, preferably If possible, have the vehicle an authorised BMW Motorrad brought in and the fault Engine symbol appears on dealer. rectified by a specialist the display. It is possible to continue riding,...
  • Page 33 Replacing bulb for parking light quickly as possible by a 121). General warning light shows specialist workshop, preferably Replacing LED for brake light yellow. an authorised BMW Motorrad and rear light ( 122). LAMP + " " appears on the dealer.
  • Page 34 ABS self-diagnosis not completed. quickly as possible by a completed specialist workshop, preferably ABS switched off ABS telltale and warning an authorised BMW Motorrad ABS telltale and warning light flashes. dealer. light shows. ASC intervention Possible cause: with Automatic Stability Control...
  • Page 35 Automatic Stability Control light slow-flashes. on situations that may lead to (ASC) an ASC fault ( 94). ASC telltale and warning Have the fault rectified as light shows. quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 36 NOTICE battery is disconnected. Before you adjust tyre pressure, Seek the advice of a specialist read the information on tempera- workshop, preferably an author- ture compensation and adjusting ised BMW Motorrad dealer. pressure in the section entitled "Engineering details".
  • Page 37 Have the fault rectified by a Tyre pressure outside per- with tyre pressure control specialist workshop, preferably mitted tolerance. (RDC) an authorised BMW Motorrad Impairment of the vehicle's hand- General warning light shows dealer. ling characteristics. yellow. Adapt your style of riding Battery of tyre-pressure accordingly.

  • Page 38: Service-Due Indicator

    'General' warning specialist workshop, preferably pressure control system can re- light comes on to accompany an authorised BMW Motorrad main operational. the symptoms. dealer. Seek the advice of a specialist Under these circumstances:...

  • Page 39: Fuel Gauge

    1000 km, shop, preferably an authorised tank is over half full. the countdown distance 1 ap- BMW Motorrad dealer. If the fuel gauge drops below pears on the display in steps of mark 1, the fuel tank is 100 km.

  • Page 40: Fuel Reserve

    remaining at the time the light the temperature drops below this The fuel reserve indicator light switches on upon tapping into came on (see explanation above). threshold for the first time. the fuel reserve. After a refuelling stop, the dis- tance counter for reserve fuel is Tyre pressures Fuel reserve...
  • Page 41 'General' warning light shows yellow. If the tyre pres- sure registered by the sensor is outside the permissible tolerance range, the 'General' warning light flashes red. The detailed description of BMW Motorrad RDC starts on page ( 95).

  • Page 43: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch/steering lock ..42 Seat ....... . 56 Emergency off switch (kill switch) .

  • Page 44: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    Pre-Ride-Check is performed. opened with this key as well. Consult a specialist workshop, ABS self-diagnosis is preferably an authorised performed ( BMW Motorrad dealer. ASC self-diagnosis is per- Lock the handlebars formed ( Turn the handlebars all the way to left.
  • Page 45 Switching off ignition Electronic immobiliser If you lose an ignition key, you (EWS) can have your BMW Motorrad partner block it. If you wish to The electronic design of the do this, you will need to bring motorcycle allows it to access...

  • Page 46: Emergency Off Switch

    Emergency off switch The emergency off switch is a NOTICE kill switch for switching off the (kill switch) engine quickly and easily. The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than abso- lutely necessary.

  • Page 47: Hazard Warning Lights System

    High-beam headlight and NOTICE headlight flasher The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. NOTICE Immediately after switching off If you press a turn-indicator the ignition, push button 1 to button with the hazard warning the left and hold it in this po- Push switch 1 forward to...

  • Page 48: Turn Indicators

    Reading can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Select display Switching on ignition ( 42). Press button 1 to switch on the hazard warning flashers. Ignition can be switched off. Push button 1 to the left to Press button 1 again to switch switch on the left turn indicat- off the hazard warning flashers.
  • Page 49 Warnings, if applicable Average consumption The desired trip distance re- corder has been selected. with on-board computer TRIP I TRIP II Current consumption pears on the display. Distance travelled since fuel down to reserve Press button 3 to select the display in the value range 4.

  • Page 50: Clock

    with on-board computer The symbol of the desired av- Switching on ignition ( 42). erage value is displayed. Press and hold down button 1 Press and hold down button 1 until the tripmeter 2 reading is Press and hold INFO 1 until until the hours number 2 reset.

  • Page 51: Stopwatch

    Stopwatch Operate stopwatch Laptimer with on-board computer Stopwatch function If necessary, use button 1 to To improve operation of the stopwatch when riding (as switch from the odometer to the stopwatch. Laptimer), the functions of the INFO button 1 and the functions When the stopwatch is You can switch from the odo- of the 2 button can be swapped.

  • Page 52: Anti-Lock Brake System

    : stopwatch operated by means of button 2 in the in- strument panel. To save the setting, press button 1 and button 2 at the same time and hold them down until the reading changes. Anti-lock brake system Press button 1 and button 2 Press and hold the 1 button (ABS) at the same time and hold...

  • Page 53: Automatic Stability Control

    Automatic Stability ABS telltale and warning ABS telltale and warning light remains on. light goes out; if self- Control (ASC) diagnosis has not completed it with Automatic Stability Control starts flashing. ABS function is switched off. (ASC) Release button 1 within two Switch on the ABS seconds.

  • Page 54: Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    Switch on the ASC Release button 1 within two seconds. function ASC telltale and warning light remains off or contin- ues to flash. ASC function is switched on. You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again. Press and hold the 1 button until the ASC indicator and NOTICE...
  • Page 55 Possible settings display at 1. The meanings of the readings are as follows: Use the electronic chassis and COMF : Comfortable damping suspension adjustment ESA to action conveniently adapt the damping NORM : Normal damping action action at the rear wheel to the SPORt : Sporty damping ac- surface.

  • Page 56: Riding Mode

    To make different adjustment to that can be selected. the damping action: Using the riding modes Repeatedly press button 1 until BMW Motorrad has developed Setting riding mode the setting you want to use 3 operational scenarios for your Switching on ignition ( 42).

  • Page 57: Heated Handlebar Grips

    Operate MODE 1 until the se- When riding on dry roadways NOTICE lection arrow 2 indicates the with road tyres: desired riding mode. ROAD Activate riding mode. The heating in the heated The riding mode configured handlebar grips can be activated with riding modes Pro last 3 remains on-screen.

  • Page 58: Seat

    ition while pressing down the length of time to pass without making further changes. front part of the seat. In order to switch off the heated grips, repeatedly press button 1 until the heated grip symbol 2 is no longer shown on the display.
  • Page 59 Installing the seat Engage the seat in holders 3. Firmly press down on the seat at the front. The seat engages with an aud- ible click.

  • Page 61: Anti-Theft Alarm

    Anti-theft alarm Overview ......60 Activation ......60 Alarm function .

  • Page 62: Overview

    Overview Controls Conserving power in the vehicle's starter battery with alarm system (DWA) In order to conserve the power of the starter battery and en- General information about sure that the vehicle will start, the anti-theft alarm (DWA) the DWA anti-theft alarm auto- Any attempt to move the vehicle, matically switches off the alarm change its position, disconnect...
  • Page 63 Activation with motion movements occurring in transit Activation of the alarm function is indicated by the turn indicators could trigger the alarm. sensor flashing twice and the alarm tone Deactivating motion sounding twice. sensor Conserving battery in the control unit (DWA deactivated) The DWA switches off to con- serve the battery if it has been...

  • Page 64: Alarm Function

    Alarm function Alarm Reason for an alarm Once you have deactivated the with alarm system (DWA) alarm function, the DWA LED Alarm triggers indicates the reason for potential alarm activation for one minute: A DWA alarm can be triggered Flashes once: motion sensor: motorcycle was tilted towards Motion sensor.

  • Page 65: Deactivation

    Deactivation you want to deactivate the alarm function after the receiver has with alarm system (DWA) shut down in this way, you have to switch the ignition on. Deactivating alarm function Programming NOTICE with alarm system (DWA) Note that you can deactivate the Programming options alarm function with the ignition You can customise the follow-...
  • Page 66 Default settings Press button 1 three times. Step 1: Do you want a con- firmation tone to sound after Acknowledgement tone sounds The anti-theft alarm ships with activation/deactivation of the once. the following default settings: alarm system (DWA)? Within ten seconds, switch off Confirmation alarm tone after Yes: the ignition.

  • Page 67: Registering Additional Remote Con

    Registering remote The DWA LED goes out and four Yes: confirmation tones sound. control Press button 1. Registering additional Press button 2. remote controls Under what with alarm system (DWA) circumstances is When is it necessary to programming aborted? register a remote control? Programming is cancelled by If you want to register an addi- switching off the ignition prior...

  • Page 68: Mote Controls

    Termination of When is it necessary to Acknowledgement tone sounds twice. synchronise the remote registration You can now log on a maximum control? Registration is terminated in the of four remote control units to following situations: The remote control has to be the alarm system.

  • Page 69: Battery

    Battery Synchronising remote control with alarm system (DWA) When does the battery have to be changed? The batteries in the remote con- trol must be renewed after ap- proximately 2-3 years. You can tell that the battery is weak if the Remove screw 1 and remove LED does not light up or lights bottom part of housing 2.
  • Page 70 To activate the remote con- trol, make sure that it is within range of the receiver and press button 1 twice. LED 2 starts flashing and then goes out after a few seconds. The remote control is again ready for use.

  • Page 71: Adjustment

    Adjustment Mirrors ......70 Headlight ......70 Clutch .

  • Page 72: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Locknut (mirror) to Adjusting mirrors clamping piece Joining compound: Multi-wax spray 20 Nm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Headlight Push protective cap 1 up over Adjusting headlight for the threaded fastener on the Turn the mirror to the desired driving on left/driving on mirror arm.
  • Page 73 3. rect headlight beam throw, have horizontal axis. Tighten screws 1 on left and the setting checked by a special- Tighten screws 1 on left and right. ist workshop, preferably an au- right. thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 74: Clutch

    Clutch Turn adjusting screw 1 Do not attempt to adjust the counter-clockwise to reduce brake lever unless the motor- Adjusting the clutch lever the span between the clutch cycle is at a standstill. lever and the handlebar grip. WARNING NOTICE Adjusting the clutch lever while riding The adjusting screw is easier to...

  • Page 75: Spring Preload

    Spring preload Basic setting of spring Adjustment preload, rear It is essential to set spring pre- Turn the adjuster knob load of the rear suspension to counter-clockwise to the suit the load carried by the mo- limit position. (One-up riding torcycle.

  • Page 76: Damping

    Damping screw 1 in the direction indic- ated by the H arrow. Adjustment If you want a softer damping Damping must be adapted to suit characteristic, turn adjusting the condition of the surface on screw 1 in the direction indic- which the motorcycle is ridden ated by the S arrow.

  • Page 77: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....76 Comply with checklist ....78 When changing the load status: .

  • Page 78: Safety Instructions

    Your authorised right and left. Payload of tank rucksack BMW Motorrad dealer will be Pack heavy items at the bot- glad to advise you on the correct tom of the cases and toward clothing for every purpose.
  • Page 79 Maximum speed with Risk of poisoning with rear softbag knobbly tyres or winter Note the maximum payload Exhaust fumes contain carbon and the speed limit for riding tyres monoxide, which is colourless with the rear softbag fitted. and odourless but highly toxic. DANGER Payload of rear softbag WARNING...

  • Page 80: Comply With Checklist

    Catalytic converter Risk of overheating Do not tamper with the vehicle in any way that could result in If misfiring causes unburned fuel ATTENTION tuned performance. to enter the catalytic converter, there is a danger of overheating Engine running for prolonged Comply with checklist and damage.

  • Page 81: Always Before Riding Off

    Always before riding Check the brake-fluid level, rear ASC self-diagnosis is per- brakes ( 107). formed ( off: Checking coolant level Select neutral or, if a gear is Check operation of the brake 109). engaged, pull the clutch lever. system. Lubricate the chain ( 132).
  • Page 82 See the subsection on jump dealer. starting in "Maintenance" for Phase 2 more details. ABS self-diagnosis The 'General' warning light The engine starts. changes from yellow to red. BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- forms self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis starts...
  • Page 83 ASC self-diagnosis ABS self-diagnosis not the ignition. BMW Motorrad ASC performs completed self-diagnosis to ensure its op- Phase 1 The ABS function is not avail- erability. Self-diagnosis is per- Test of the diagnosis-compat- able, because self-diagnosis...

  • Page 84: Running In

    <5000 min Have the fault rectified as Apply the brakes in good Note the mileage after which quickly as possible by a time. the running-in check should be specialist workshop, preferably carried out. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 85: Shifting Gear

    Tyres rpm redline warning New tyres have a smooth sur- face. This must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in. Only once the surface has been roughened can the tyres achieve maximum grip. WARNING Press button 1 and button 2 at the same time and hold...

  • Page 86: Off-Roading

    Apply the brakes in good time Off-roading characteristics before you re- until the brakes have been turn to surfaced roads. cleaned. After off-roading BMW Motorrad recommends Rims ATTENTION checking the following after riding BMW Motorrad recommends the motorcycle off-road: Riding on unsurfaced or dirty...

  • Page 87: Brakes

    Riding in the rain or through decelerates, the more load is puddles of water. shifted to the front wheel. The BMW Motorrad ABS prevents After the vehicle has been higher the wheel load, the more the front wheel from locking up.

  • Page 88: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Centre stand Always check that the ground WARNING under the stand is level and with centre stand firm. Wetness and dirt result in Switch off the engine. diminished braking efficiency ATTENTION Risk of accident ATTENTION Apply the brakes lightly while Additional weight placing Poor ground underneath the riding to remove wetness and...

  • Page 89: Refuelling

    On a gradient, the motorcycle Recommended fuel WARNING should always face uphill; se- grade lect 1st gear. Escape of fuel due to heat- Super unleaded (max. 10 % induced expansion if fuel Refuelling ethanol, E10) tank is overfilled Fuel grade 95 ROZ/RON Risk of falling 89 AKI...

  • Page 90: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    tank beyond the bottom edge Reserve fuel of the fuel filler neck. NOTICE min 2.7 l When refuelling after having Press the fuel tank cap down tapped into the fuel reserve, firmly to close. the resulting capacity must be Remove the ignition key and greater than the fuel reserve close the protective cap.
  • Page 91 At the rear, secure the straps ATTENTION ATTENTION to the rear frame on both sides and tighten the straps. Vehicle topples to side when Trapping of components Tighten all the straps uniformly; being lifted on to stand Component damage the vehicle's suspension should Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Do not trap components such be compressed as tightly as...

  • Page 93: Engineering Details

    Engineering details General instructions ....92 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..92 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ....... 94 Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) .

  • Page 94: General Instructions

    BMW Motorrad pens the braking force that can much lower coefficients of friction ABS will be unable to prevent be transmitted to the road can than a clean, dry asphalt surface.
  • Page 95 Within the limits imposed by a fault message to be issued: WARNING physics, BMW Motorrad ABS en- Riding for a lengthy period with sures directional stability on any Brake system not regularly the front wheel lifted off the surface.

  • Page 96: Automatic Stability Control

    ABS is primarily a means of en- ASC been configured? suring a safety margin in genuine Risky riding The BMW Motorrad ASC is an emergencies. Risk of accident despite ASC assistant system for the rider for Take care when cornering! When Invariably, the rider bears re- use on public roads.

  • Page 97: Tyre Pressure Monitoring

    The BMW Motorrad ASC is un- Heating up with the motorcycle able to control a situation of this proximately 15 minutes after the on the centre stand or an auxil- vehicle comes to a stop.

  • Page 98: Riding Mode

    Temperature Tyre-pressure ranges display is 2.3 bar. The gauge on the air line shows 2.4 bar. You compensation The RDC control unit differenti- must now increase tyre pressure ates between three tyre-pressure Tyre pressure is a temperature- by the 0,2 bar difference ranges, all of which are paramet- sensitive variable: pressure in- between the value in the table...
  • Page 99 ity. This also applies to the rear prevents the rear wheel from In each mode ABS and/or ASC wheel lift-off detection. spinning whenever possible. can be switched off. The follow- In ENDURO riding mode the ENDURO riding mode is de- ing descriptions always apply to ABS is set to off-road mode signed for road tyres in off-road...
  • Page 100 Close the throttle twistgrip. Release the brake levers. The desired riding mode is ini- tially preselected. The mode change does not take place until the systems in question are all in the appropriate state.

  • Page 101: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....100 Battery ......127 Toolkit .

  • Page 102: General Instructions

    122). ledge of the technology involved. Replacing the light If you are in doubt consult a source of the number specialist workshop, preferably plate light ( 124). your authorised BMW Motorrad Removing battery dealer. 129).

  • Page 103: Front-Wheel Stand

    Front-wheel stand Installing the 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 BMW Motorrad has assembled Use basic stand (83 30 0 402 topples a service toolkit that is ideal for...

  • Page 104: Engine Oil

    Make sure the motorcycle is standing firmly. Engine oil Check engine oil level ATTENTION Misinterpretation of oil level reading, because oil level is Align the two adapters 2 so Apply uniform pressure to push temperature-dependent (the that the front forks are securely the front-wheel stand down higher the temperature, the seated.
  • Page 105 Vehicle topples to side when attack coated components of being lifted on to stand the engine, BMW Motorrad Risk of damage to parts if vehicle recommends BMW Motorrad topples ADVANTEC Pro oil.

  • Page 106: Brake System

    Check engine oil level ( 102). qualified specialists. cycle on its stand. Install the oil dipstick. Have the brakes checked by a Wipe the area around the filler specialist workshop, preferably neck clean. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 107 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised Brake-pad wear limit, BMW Motorrad dealer. front Check rear brake pad min 1.0 mm (Friction pad thickness only, without backing plate.
  • Page 108 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Visually inspect the brake pads Check brake-fluid level, WARNING to ascertain their thickness. front brakes...
  • Page 109 Have the defect rectified as NOTICE quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably Wear of the brake pads causes an authorised BMW Motorrad the brake fluid level in the reser- dealer. voir to sink. Check the brake-fluid level, rear brakes...

  • Page 110: Clutch

    Have the defect rectified as NOTICE quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably Wear of the brake pads causes an authorised BMW Motorrad the brake fluid level in the reser- dealer. voir to sink. Clutch Checking clutch function Pull the clutch lever.

  • Page 111: Coolant

    Tighten nut 2 while holding the Clutch play is out of tolerance: adjusting screw 3 in position. Adjust clutch play ( 109). Fasten the rubber grommet 1 Adjust clutch play over the nut. Coolant Checking coolant level Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.

  • Page 112: Tyres

    Topping up coolant Impaired handling characteristics Tyre pressure, front of the motorcycle, shorter useful tyre life Always check that the tyre 2.2 bar (two-up and/or with pressures are correct. luggage, tyre cold) Tyre pressure, rear WARNING Tendency of valve inserts in- stalled vertically top open 2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold) by themselves at high riding...

  • Page 113: Wheels

    BMW Motorrad dealer. to the level of the marks. The these control systems. locations of the marks are indic- The sensor rings are essential Check the tyre tread ated on the edge of the tyre, e.g.
  • Page 114 Lift the front of the motorcycle brake caliper. until the front wheel is clear of the ground, preferably using ATTENTION a BMW Motorrad front-wheel Unwanted inward movement stand. of the brake pads Installing the front-wheel stand Remove screws 2 from the Component damage on attempt 101).
  • Page 115 Be sure to explain to the spe- (RDC) Roll the front wheel forward to cialist workshop or authorised remove. BMW Motorrad dealer that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor. If the motorcycle is equipped with RDC, each wheel rim bears an adhesive label indicating the position of the RDC sensor.
  • Page 116 Remove the auxiliary stand. Roll the front wheel into posi- specialist workshop, preferably tion between the forks, making an authorised BMW Motorrad Ease the right brake caliper sure that the brake disc passes dealer. onto the brake disc.
  • Page 117 Tighten screws 2 to the spe- Insert the ABS sensor into its Tighten right axle clamping cified tightening torque. bore and install screw 1. screw 1 to the specified tight- ening torque. Remove the adhesive tape Brake caliper to tele- from the wheel rim.
  • Page 118 with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Remove axle nut 2. Remove quick-release axle 6 and remove adjusting plate 7. Slacken locknuts 3 on left and right by turning them counter- clockwise.
  • Page 119 Roll the rear wheel as far specialist workshop, preferably forward as possible and loop an authorised BMW Motorrad Installing the rear wheel dealer. chain 8 over the sprocket. Roll the rear wheel into the...

  • Page 120: Air Filter

    brake caliper and the rear Check chain sag ( 132). wheel. Air filter Make sure that the axle fits into the recess of the adjust- Removing the air filter ing plate. Remove centre trim panel 125). Install nut 2, but do not tighten it at this point.

  • Page 121: Light Source

    Remove air filter 3. Place air filter cover 2 in posi- Turn cover 1 for the high- tion, easing the side trim pan- beam headlight or cover 2 Installing the air filter els out slightly to do so. for the low-beam headlight counter-clockwise.
  • Page 122 Hold the new bulb by the base only, in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Disengage spring wire clips 1 Connect plug 3. from the fastenings and swing them aside. Remove bulb 2. Insert the bulb, making sure Replace the defective bulb.
  • Page 123 Replacing bulb for parking Replace the defective bulb. light Bulb for parking light Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. W5W / 12 V / 5 W Switch off the ignition. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.
  • Page 124 Replacing LED for brake workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. light and rear light The LED rear light can be without LED flashing turn indic- replaced only as a complete ators unit. Consult a specialist work- Place the motorcycle on its shop, preferably an authorised stand on firm, even ground.
  • Page 125 Replace the defective bulb. Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W with LED flashing turn indic- ators Use a clean, dry cloth to hold Pull the glass out of the re- Working from the inboard side, the new bulb in order to keep flector housing at the threaded- insert the glass into the bulb...
  • Page 126 Replacing the light source Replace the defective bulb. of the number plate light Light source for the Place the motorcycle on its number plate light stand on firm, even ground. W5W / 12 V / 5 W Switch off the ignition. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.

  • Page 127: Trim Panel Components

    Trim panel components Remove centre trim panel Remove seat ( 56). Seat bulb holder 1 in the light Remove screws 2. carrier. Disconnect the plug from socket 1. Remove the centre trim panel. Remove screws 1 on left and Installing centre trim right.

  • Page 128: Jump-Starting

    gine by connecting leads to the on-board socket. ATTENTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and vehicle Risk of short-circuit Use jump leads fitted with fully Manoeuvre the centre trim Install screws 1 on left and insulated crocodile clips at both panel into position.

  • Page 129: Battery

    charged battery (negative on When jump-starting the engine, Installing the seat ( 57). do not disconnect the battery this vehicle: position 1). Battery from the on-board electrical Run the engine of the donor system. vehicle during jump-starting. Maintenance instructions Start the engine of the vehicle Correct upkeep, recharging and with the discharged battery storage will prolong the life of...
  • Page 130 Disconnect the battery at NOTICE electronics the battery terminals before Use suitable BMW chargers. charging. BMW Motorrad has developed a The suitable charger is float charger specially designed available from your authorised ATTENTION for compatibility with the elec- BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 131 socket is switched off when this NOTICE happens. The battery has to be recharged Comply with the operating in- at regular intervals in the course structions of the charger. of a lengthy period of disuse. NOTICE See the instructions for caring for your battery.

  • Page 132: Fuses

    Always replace a defective fuse BMW Motorrad dealer. Risk of short-circuit with a new fuse of the same Switch off the ignition. Always proceed in compli- amperage.

  • Page 133: Diagnostic Connector

    BMW connector 2. preferably an authorised Service appointment. BMW Motorrad dealer. Securing the diagnostic...

  • Page 134: Chain

    Lubricate the drive chain every 1000 km at the latest. Lubric- ate the chain more frequently if the motorcycle is ridden in wet, dusty or dirty conditions. Switch the ignition off and se- lect neutral. Clean the drive chain with a suitable cleaning product, dry it Seat diagnostic connector 2 in Use a screwdriver to push the...
  • Page 135 Make sure that scale read- Turn the rear wheel in the nor- If measured value is outside per- ings 4 are the same on left and mal direction of travel until the mitted tolerance: right. chain is tensioned. Adjust chain sag ( 133).
  • Page 136 If the chain has stretched to the maximum permissible length: Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 137: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....136 Power sockets ..... 136 Luggage .

  • Page 138: General Instructions

    BMW BMW is unable to accept any li- circumstances: vehicles and, consequently, ability whatsoever for parts and If the battery voltage is too low...

  • Page 139: Luggage

    Operating electrical Make sure that cables do not Check that the luggage is se- accessories impede the rider. cure. Make sure that cables do not You can start using electrical Cases restrict the steering angle or accessories connected to the obstruct handling.
  • Page 140 Adjusting case volume with cases Open the case and remove all its contents. Push yellow button 4 down ATTENTION and at the same time open the lid of the case. Closure of carrying handle with case lock latched Close cases Damage to locking tab with cases Make sure that the case lock...
  • Page 141 Removing cases with cases Pull red release lever 4 up. Fully open latching flap 5, if ne- cessary pulling up red release Latching flap 5 pops up. lever 4. Fully open the latching flap. Turn key 1 in the case lock to Take a firm grip of the handle right angles with the forward and lift the case out of the...

  • Page 142: Topcase

    Push latching flap 5 down as Contact your authorised far as it will go and hold it in BMW Motorrad dealer if you this position. cannot find your combination of Push red release lever 4 down.
  • Page 143 and remove the key from the lock. Adjusting topcase volume with topcase Open the topcase and remove all its contents. Push yellow button 4 forward Press down firmly on the top- and at the same time push the case lid to close. topcase lid up.
  • Page 144 Removing the topcase with topcase Pull back red release lever 4. Fully open latching flap 5, if necessary pulling red release Latching flap 5 pops up. lever 4 to the rear. Fully open latching flap 5. Turn key 1 in the topcase lock Take a firm grip of the handle to the vertical position.
  • Page 145 Push latching flap 5 fully stated on the label inside the closed and hold it in this topcase. position. Contact your authorised BMW Push red release lever 4 for- Motorrad dealer if you cannot ward. find your combination of vehicle The latching flap engages.

  • Page 147: Care

    Care Care products ..... 146 Washing the vehicle ....146 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 148: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends Apply the brakes in good time that you use BMW insect re- that you use the cleaning and to allow the friction and heat to care products obtainable from mover to soften and wash off...

  • Page 149: Cleaning Easily Damaged

    Do not use silicone sprays or care products that contain Trim panel components Radiator silicon. Clean the trim panels with water Clean the radiator regularly to and BMW plastic care product. prevent overheating of the en- gine due to inadequate cooling.

  • Page 150: Paint Care

    Paint care BMW Motorrad recommends us- Spray the brake and clutch ing BMW tar remover for remov- lever pivots and the main and Washing the vehicle regularly ing specks of tar. Remember to side stand pivots with a suit- will help counteract the long- wax the parts treated in this way.

  • Page 151: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 150 Riding specifications ....163 Screw connections ....151 Fuel.

  • Page 152: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart The engine does not start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear engaged Select neutral or retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 87).

  • Page 153: Screw Connections

    Screw connections Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper to telescopic fork M10 x 40 38 Nm Clamping screw (quick-release axle) in telescopic fork M8 x 20 19 Nm Quick-release axle, front, in axle holder M16 x 1.5 30 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Locknut of the final-drive chain...
  • Page 154 Mirrors Value Valid Locknut (mirror) to clamping piece M10 x 1.5 20 Nm Multi-wax spray Clamping piece (mirror) to clamping block M10 x 1.5 30 Nm...

  • Page 155: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI with regular-grade fuel, lead-free Regular unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l Reserve fuel min 2.7 l Exhaust emissions standard...

  • Page 156: Engine Oil

    SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not per- missible because they can attack coated compon- ents of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro oil. Oil additives BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil addit- ives, because they can have a detrimental effect on clutch operation.

  • Page 157: Engine

    Engine Location of engine number Crankcase, bottom right Engine design Water cooled 2 cylinder four stroke engine with four valves operated via rocker arm per cylinder, two camshafts above and dry-sump lubrication Displacement 798 cm Cylinder bore 82 mm Piston stroke 75.6 mm Compression ratio 12 : 1...

  • Page 158: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath Transmission Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed transmission, integrated into engine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 1:2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear 1:1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear 1:1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear 1:1.174 (23/27 teeth), 4th gear 1:1.042 (24/25 teeth), 5th gear 1:0.960 (25/24 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 159: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 17/42 Frame Frame type Tubular spaceframe Type plate location Frame, front left at steering head Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right, on steering head Chassis and suspension Front wheel...

  • Page 160: Brakes

    Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Type of rear suspension without Electronic Suspension Adjustment Direct-acting central spring strut with steplessly (ESA) adjustable, rebound-stage damping with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Direct-acting central spring strut with electronically adjustable, rebound-stage damping Spring travel at rear wheel 170 mm, At wheel with lowered suspension...

  • Page 161: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and tyres Speed category, front/rear tyres H, required at least: 210 km/h Front wheel Front wheel type Cast aluminium wheel, MT H2 Front wheel rim size 2.50" x 19" MT H2 Tyre designation, front 110/80 R 19 Load index, front tyre min.

  • Page 162: Electrical System

    Tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.2 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Electrical system Main fuse 30 A, Voltage regulator Fuses Electronic fuses protect all the circuits.
  • Page 163 Light source Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light Maximum number of defective LEDs in rear-light 6, Brake light/rear light unit...

  • Page 164: Dimensions

    Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2280 mm, across front wheel to number-plate carrier Height of motorcycle 1215 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un- laden weight (as per DIN standard) with lowered suspension 1185 mm, across windscreen, without rider at un- laden weight (as per DIN standard) Width of motorcycle 880 mm, with mirrors...

  • Page 165: Weights

    Weights Vehicle kerb weight 212 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross weight 436 kg with lowered suspension 349 kg Maximum payload 224 kg with lowered suspension 137 kg Riding specifications Top speed 192 km/h with regular-grade fuel, lead-free...

  • Page 167: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 166 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ......166 Maintenance work .

  • Page 168: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad has an extensive dealer. network of dealerships in place As owner of a new BMW to look after you and your mo- motorcycle, in circumstances In order to help ensure that your torcycle in more than 100 coun-...
  • Page 169 1000 km BMW Service in advance when the time for a The BMW Service is carried out service is approaching, on the once a year; the extent of ser- basis of the programmed values.

  • Page 171: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW Running-in check BMW Service standard scope Engine-oil change, with filter Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Replace air filter element Check or replace air-filter element Change brake fluid, entire system annually or every 10000 km (whichever...

  • Page 172: Confirmation Of Mainten

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope The activities in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of main- tenance work for your vehicle may differ. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
  • Page 173 BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 174 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 175 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 176 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 177 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 178 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 179 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 180 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 181 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 182 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 183 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 184 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...
  • Page 185 BMW Service Item Completed BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope Odometer reading Oil change, engine, with filter Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing all spark plugs at the latest Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element or, if reached beforehand...

  • Page 186: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Item Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 187 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 189: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobil- iser ....... . 188...

  • Page 190: Immobiliser

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 191 Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été la FCC annulaire. approuvée expressément Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa- conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut présente dans le des règles de la FCC.
  • Page 192 Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Control, 16 Checking front, 105 operate, 51 checking rear, 105 Control, 16 Self-diagnosis, 81 Running in, 82 Engineering details, 92 Warning light, 32 Brakes operate, 50 Adjusting handlebar lever, 72 Average values Self-diagnosis, 80 reset, 48 Checking function, 104 Warning light, 32...

  • Page 193: Confirmation Of Maintenance

    Clutch Dimensions Adjusting handlebar lever, 72 Technical data, 162 Control, 16 Adjusting play, 109 operate, 52 Checking function, 108 Electrics Checking play, 108 Technical data, 160 First-aid kit Technical data, 156 Emergency off switch (kill switch) Position on the vehicle, 14 Confirmation of maintenance Control, 17 Frame...
  • Page 194 Multifunction display, 23, 24 Replacing low-beam headlight Ignition bulb, 119 Multifunction switch, left, 16 switching off, 43 Replacing the side light, 121 Multifunction switch, right, 17 switching on, 42 Technical data, 161 Right side of vehicle, 13 Immobiliser Turn indicators, 122 Underneath the seat, 14 Reserve key, 43 Warning for bulb failure, 31...
  • Page 195 Mirrors Off-road mode Registration Adjusting, 70 Adjusting, 54 Remote control, 65 Mobility services, 166 Engineering details, 96 Remote control registration, 65 Motion sensor Off-roading, 84 Deactivating, 61 synchronising, 67 Motorcycle Rev. counter, 18 Paint care, 148 care, 145 Rider's Manual Parking, 86 Position on the vehicle, 14 cleaning, 145...
  • Page 196 Spark plugs Engine oil, 154 Trim panels Technical data, 160 Installing centre trim panel, 125 Frame, 157 Speedometer, 18 Removing centre trim Fuel, 153 panel, 125 Spring preload Light source, 161 Adjusting, 73 Troubleshooting chart, 150 Rear-wheel drive, 157 Turn indicators Adjusting element, 13 Riding specifications, 163 Control, 16...
  • Page 197 Installing front wheel, 114 Warning lights Installing the rear wheel, 117 Overview, 22 Removing front wheel, 111 Warnings Removing rear wheel, 115 ABS, 32 Technical data, 159 Anti-theft alarm, 34 ASC, 32 Bulb defect, 31 Coolant temperature, 29 Electronic immobiliser, 29 Engine electronics, 30 Engine warning, 30 Fuel reserve, 29...
  • Page 199 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2016 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 200 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at: bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01408393981* Order No.: 01 40 8 393 981 04.2016, 2nd edition, 01...

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