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RIDER'S MANUAL
(US MODEL)
R 18 Classic
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) R 18 Classic MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data Model Vehicle identification number Color number First registration License plate Retailer data Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Phone number Retailer's address/Phone (company stamp)
  • Page 3 YOUR BMW. We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the family of BMW riders. Familiarize yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confidently in all traffic situations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS SETTING Overview Mirrors Abbreviations and symbols Headlights Equipment Clutch Technical data Brake Timeliness of the status of this Spring preload manual Additional sources of information Certificates and operating permits RIDING Data memory Safety instructions Regular check OVERVIEWS Starting Breaking in Overall view, left side Brakes...
  • Page 5 Light source SERVICE Jump-starting Battery Reporting safety defects Fuses BMW Motorrad Service Diagnostic socket BMW Motorrad Service History BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- vices ACCESSORIES Maintenance work Maintenance schedule General notes Maintenance confirmations Onboard power sockets Service confirmations Luggage Optional accessories...

  • Page 6: General Instructions

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 7 OVERVIEW ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL DATA TIMELINESS OF THE STATUS OF THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION CERTIFICATES AND OPERATING PERMITS DATA MEMORY...

  • Page 8: Abbreviations And Symbols

    Failure to avoid this hazard can result EQUIPMENT in death or serious injury. When you ordered your BMW Motorrad mo- DANGER Hazard with high risk. Failure torcycle, you chose various items of custom to avoid this hazard results in death or equipment.

  • Page 9: Timeliness Of The Status Of This

    Detailed values can be obtained from General information the registration documents or requested Control units are installed in the vehicle. from your BMW Motorrad retailer or other Control units process data received from qualified service partner or specialist vehicle sensors, self-generated data or data workshop.
  • Page 10 This may be information about The fault memory and event data recorder in the vehicle's condition, component load, the vehicle can be reset by a BMW Motorrad events or faults stored temporarily or per- retailer or other qualified service partner or...
  • Page 11 specialist workshop as part of a repair or The way the data is processed further is de- servicing. termined by the provider of the particular app used. The range of possible settings Data input and data transfer in the vehicle depends on the particular app and the oper- General information ating system of the mobile end device.
  • Page 12 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS can be obtained from the particular service provider.

  • Page 14: Overviews

    OVERVIEWS...
  • Page 15 OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT BEHIND THE RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 16: Overall View, Left Side

    OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Fuel filler opening ( Onboard power sockets ( 110) Loosening the diagnostic socket (be- hind fairing bracket) ( 106) Reverser ( Tire pressure table Type plate (on the left steering head)

  • Page 17: Overall View, Right

    OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake ( Steering lock ( Vehicle identification number Engine oil indicator ( Ground support point ( 100) Oil filler opening (under the cylinder head cover) ( Brake fluid reservoir for rear wheel brake (...

  • Page 18: Behind The Right Side Trim Panel

    OVERVIEWS BEHIND THE RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL Onboard vehicle tool kit ( Payload table Adjusting the spring preload at the rear wheel ( Replacing fuses ( 105) Jump-start terminal ( 100)

  • Page 19: Multifunction Switch, Left

    MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning lights ( Riding mode ( Auxiliary headlight ( Turn signals ( Horn Rocker button MENU ( ASC (...

  • Page 20: Multifunction Switch, Right

    OVERVIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Heated grips ( Ignition ( Emergency-off switch ( Starter button ( with reverser Reverser (...

  • Page 21: Instrument Cluster

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Speedometer Indicator and warning lights ( Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting) Indicator light DWA ( Keyless Ride ( Multifunction display (...

  • Page 22: Displays

    DISPLAYS...
  • Page 23 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY INDICATOR LIGHTS SERVICE DISPLAY...

  • Page 24: Indicator And Warning Lights

    DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS ABS ( Auxiliary headlight ( High-beam headlight ( Neutral indicator light Cruise control ( ASC ( Turn signals ( General warning light Display in combination with warning symbols in the multifunction display...

  • Page 25: Multifunction Display

    MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY Value Riding mode ( Unit Onboard computer ( Gear indicator Status Warning symbol Shown in conjunction with general warning light (...

  • Page 26: Indicator Lights

    DISPLAYS INDICATOR LIGHTS Layout Warnings are displayed by means of the cor- responding warning lights. If several warnings are present, all corre- sponding warning lights and warning sym- bols are displayed. You will find an overview of the potential warnings on the following pages. Go to active warnings Briefly press button 1 repeatedly until WARN...
  • Page 27 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights lights up. is displayed. Electronic immobilizer is active ( lights up. is displayed. Radio-operated key out- side reception range lights up. is displayed. Replacing the battery of the radio-operated key blinks.
  • Page 28 DISPLAYS Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights is displayed. Hill Start Control active lights up. blinks. Hill Start Control auto- matically deactivated blinks. Hill Start Control cannot be activated ( is displayed. Service due ( lights up. is displayed. Service overdue (...
  • Page 29 Should the engine oil temperature fre- Have any faulty radio-operated keys re- quently be too high, have the fault recti- placed by a BMW Motorrad retailer. fied as quickly as possible by an autho- Replacing the battery of the radio-...
  • Page 30 Have the malfunction corrected as soon as When driving at low rotational speed, possible at a specialist workshop, prefer- switch off electrical consumers that are ably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. not necessary for driving safety (e.g. heating vests). Engine warning blinks.
  • Page 31 Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at a specialist workshop, prefer- WARNING ably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Overlooking the vehicle in traffic due to ASC intervention a defective light source on the vehicle flashes rapidly. Safety risk Replace defective light sources as quickly as possible.
  • Page 32 Have the malfunction corrected as soon as Rough engine running or switching off possible at a specialist workshop, prefer- of the engine due to a fuel shortage ably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Accident hazard, damage to catalytic con- Anti-theft alarm battery discharged verter...

  • Page 33: Service Display

    1. date. Have service performed regularly by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. The operating safety and road safety of the vehicle remains unchanged. The best-possible value retention of the vehicle is ensured.

  • Page 34: Operation

    OPERATION...

  • Page 35: Steering Lock Ignition Lighting

    STEERING LOCK IGNITION LIGHTING MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY SETTINGS IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL REVERSER HEATED GRIPS SEATS WINDSHIELD SOFTBAGS...
  • Page 36 OPERATION Unlocking the steering lock STEERING LOCK Locking the steering lock WARNING Reduced steering angle due to locked steering column Accident hazard Unlock the steering lock before every journey. Remove the ignition key from the steer- ing lock before every journey. Turn the ignition key 2 in the steering lock counterclockwise 3.
  • Page 37 The battery of the radio-operated key is Range of Keyless Ride radio-oper- dead or the radio-operated key is lost ated key Approx. 3.3 ft (Approx. 1 m) Switching on ignition Requirement The radio-operated key is within reception range. If you lose your keys, refer to the notes re- garding the electronic immobilizer (EWS).
  • Page 38 Always store ignition keys separately from the ignition key used for starting the vehicle. If you lose an ignition key, you can have it Press button 1. disabled by your authorized BMW Motorrad Key bit folds open. retailer. Press battery cover 2 upward.
  • Page 39 system, so the retailer is under obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for spare keys. Emergency-off switch Engine is switched off Operating position The engine can only be started in the operating position. Emergency-off switch LIGHTING Low-beam headlight WARNING Switching on ignition ( 33).
  • Page 40 OPERATION High beams and headlight flasher Switching on ignition ( 33). Immediately after switching off the igni- tion, push button 1 to left and hold it until the parking lamps come on. Press switch 1 forwards to switch on high Switch ignition on and then off again to beams.
  • Page 41 Hazard warning lights Comfort turn indicators The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than ab- solutely necessary. Switching on ignition ( 33). When button 1 is pressed to the right or left, the turn indicators automatically turn off un- der the following conditions: Speed is under 18 mph (30 km/h): after...

  • Page 42: Multifunction Display

    OPERATION MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY Selecting the display Requirement Clock: Rotational speed: The vehicle is stationary. Remaining distance covered until service: Switching on ignition ( 33). can only be selected if service is due SERV The onboard computer is displayed. within 600 mi (1000 km) or if service is Repeatedly short-press button 1 until de- overdue.
  • Page 43 Resetting the trip meter Switching on ignition ( 33). Press the button 1 briefly and repeatedly until the trip meter to be reset 3 is dis- played. Press and hold button 2 until trip meter 3 is reset. Resetting average values Switching on ignition ( 33).

  • Page 44: Settings In The Instrument Cluster

    OPERATION SETTINGS IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Selecting SETUP Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill. Press and hold button 1. is displayed. SETUP ENTER Settings have been saved. Alternative method: briefly press button 1 repeatedly until is displayed. SETUP EXIT Press and hold button 2.
  • Page 45 Briefly press button 1 repeatedly until is displayed. SET CLOCK Briefly press button 1 repeatedly until is displayed. SETUP RESET Press and hold button 2 until the Press and hold button 2 until hours 3 flash. display 3 flashes. Briefly press button 1 to increment hours. function also resets SETUP RESET Briefly press button 2 to decrement hours.
  • Page 46 OPERATION Press and hold button 2 to open is displayed. SETUP SETUP ENTER Repeatedly short-press button 1 until Adjusting brightness of backlighting is displayed. DATE Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill. Switching on ignition ( 33). Selecting SETUP ( 40).
  • Page 47 Briefly press button 1 in each case to se- Configuring displays lect the parameters in Requirement SET UNIT Change fuel consumption display indicator The vehicle is stationary. L/100 KM/L Switching on ignition ( 33). Change the time display to Selecting SETUP ( 40).

  • Page 48: Anti-Theft Alarm System (Dwa)

    OPERATION If you want to complete the configuration, press button 1 repeatedly until is displayed. SET DISPLAY EXIT Press and hold button 2 to exit SET DISPLAY is displayed. SET UNIT ENTER Switch off the ignition. Press button 1 on the radio-operated key twice.
  • Page 49 26 seconds. During the DWA alarm, an alarm tone sounds and the turn indicators flash. The type of alarm tone can be set by a Briefly press button 1. BMW Motorrad retailer. Turn indicators are illuminated once. DWA is switched off. Setting the DWA Switching on ignition ( 33).

  • Page 50: Automatic Stability Control (Asc)

    3 mph (min 5 km/h) RIDING MODE Use of the riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed riding sce- narios for your vehicle from which you can select the one matching your situation: RAIN: riding on roads that are slick from rain.

  • Page 51: Cruise Control

    Storing speed Press button 1 repeatedly until the desired riding mode 2 is displayed. Briefly press button 1 forwards. When at a vehicle standstill, the selected Adjustment range of the cruise con- riding mode is activated after approx. trol (gear-dependent) 2 seconds.

  • Page 52: Hill Start Control

    OPERATION Decelerating Cruise control is not deactivated by accelerating. If you release the throttle grip, the motorcycle will decelerate only to the cruising speed saved in memory, even though you might have wanted to slow down to a lower speed. lights up.

  • Page 53: Reverser

    Switch Hill Start Control on and off Switching on ignition ( 33). Selecting SETUP ( 40). Apply handbrake lever 1 or footbrake lever firmly and then release again. is displayed. Briefly press button 1 repeatedly until is displayed. Hill Start Control is activated. SET HSC Briefly press button 2 to change the ad- To switch off the Hill Start Control, actuate...

  • Page 54: Heated Grips

    OPERATION Automatic cancellation Reversing should be done without a passen- ger. Reversing is canceled automatically: On downhill gradients, the reverser is not if the gradient is too steep able to provide any holding function as is the if there is an obstacle case when a gear is engaged.

  • Page 55: Seats

    Remove screw 2. Remove holder 3. Pull passenger seat 1 toward rear and re- move. Removing the rider's seat Removing passenger seat ( 51). Press button 1 repeatedly until desired heating level 2 is displayed. The following settings are available: Heating off Low heater output Remove screws 3.

  • Page 56: Windshield

    OPERATION Installing the passenger seat Open up the retaining clips 1 on the left and right. Insert the passenger seat 2 in the retaining bracket 1. Position the passenger seat 2 in the rear area and install the holder 4 using the screw 3.

  • Page 57: Softbags

    Attaching the windscreen Position the windscreen 1 so that the con- ical nut 3 sits in the insertion sleeves on Insert the insert sleeves 1 in the spring the left and right 4. forks 2. Turn the conical nut 3 on the left and right clockwise.
  • Page 58 OPERATION connection of the rear wheel cover with the Screw connection left/right for soft- rear frame. bag holder to main frame Park the motorcycle, making sure that the M8 x 25 ground is firm and level. Observe the notes on microencapsulated Thread-locking compound: micro-encap- screws in the Chapter "Preventive mainte- sulated...
  • Page 59 Screw connection left/right for soft- bag holder to main frame M8 x 25 Thread-locking compound: micro-encap- sulated 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Secure softbag 2 using screws 1. The Softbags must not be fastened us- ing the short blind screws. Screwing the softbag to the rear frame Thread-locking compound: micro-encap- sulated...
  • Page 60 SETTING...
  • Page 61 MIRRORS HEADLIGHTS CLUTCH BRAKE SPRING PRELOAD...

  • Page 62: Mirrors

    If there are doubts as to the correct headlight range, have the adjustment checked by a specialized workshop, prefer- ably by an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Move mirrors into desired position by ro- tating. Headlight beam throw adjust...

  • Page 63: Clutch

    Have the headlight default setting read- tween handlebar grip and clutch lever justed by a specialist workshop, preferably To position 5: Largest distance between an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. handlebar grip and clutch lever CLUTCH BRAKE Adjusting the clutch lever...

  • Page 64: Spring Preload

    SETTING Turn the adjustment wheel 1 to the de- sired position by applying gentle pressure ATTENTION from the rear. Improper adjustment The adjustment screw is easier to turn Damage to the adjustment mechanism when the brake lever is pressed for- Adhere to an adjustment range of a ward.
  • Page 66 RIDING...
  • Page 67 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN BRAKES SHIFTING WITH SHIFT PADDLE PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...

  • Page 68: Safety Instructions

    This applies even to short journeys, and to Etc. every season of the year. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer will be happy to ad- Risk of poisoning vise you and has the correct clothing for ev- Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, ery purpose.

  • Page 69: Regular Check

    Catalytic converter REGULAR CHECK There is a danger of overheating and dam- Observe checklist age if misfiring causes unburned fuel to Use the following checklist to check your enter the catalytic converter. motorcycle at regular intervals. The following must be observed: Do not run the fuel tank dry.
  • Page 70 BMW Motorrad retailer. ABS self-diagnosis The self-diagnosis routine checks whether the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is ready for operation. The self-diagnosis starts automat- ically when you start the ignition.

  • Page 71: Breaking In

    ASC self-diagnosis engine load and engine speed ranges, The self-diagnosis routine checks whether avoiding extended periods at constant the BMW Motorrad ASC is ready for oper- rpm. ation. The self-diagnosis runs automatically Choose curvy, slightly hilly sections of road when you switch on the ignition.

  • Page 72: Brakes

    Brake early. Locking up of the front wheel is prevented by BMW Motorrad Integral ABS. Tires New tires have a smooth surface. They WARNING must be roughened by riding in a restrained...

  • Page 73: Shifting With Shift Paddle

    SHIFTING WITH SHIFT PADDLE DANGER with running board Driving with overheated brakes Operating the shift paddle Risk of accident due to brake failure When using running boards, the Adapt driving style. gearshift lever cannot be operated by Use the engine brake to avoid frequent lifting up by foot.

  • Page 74: Refueling

    Your authorized Immediately clean plastic surfaces after BMW Motorrad retailer can provide you with contact with fuel. more detailed information. Park the vehicle, making sure that the Recommended fuel quality ground is firm and level.

  • Page 75: Securing Motorcycle For Transportation

    If refueling is carried out after running on fuel reserve, the resulting filling ca- pacity must be greater than the fuel reserve so that the new fill level is detected and the fuel reserve indicator light is switched off. The "usable fuel quantity" specified in the technical data is the fuel quantity, which can be refueled if the fuel tank was completely emptied, i.e., if the engine dies...
  • Page 76 RIDING First, guide the tensioning straps on the left and right through the rear wheel ATTENTION swinging arm. Motorcycle tips to the side when raising Guide the tensioning straps on the left Component damage cause by tipping over and right upwards between the rear wheel Secure the motorcycle against tipping to cover and the rear frame.

  • Page 78: Technology In Detail

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL...
  • Page 79 GENERAL NOTES GENERAL DRIVE FUNCTIONS ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) RIDING MODE DYNAMIC ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS...

  • Page 80: General Notes

    The footbrake lever acts only on the rear wheel brake. Shifting speed control The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS adapts the If the clutch is operated while riding and the braking force distribution between the front...
  • Page 81 BMW Motorrad ABS? Rough roads can briefly lead to a loss of The BMW Motorrad ABS ensures riding sta- contact between the tires and the road bility on any surface within the limits of rid- surface. The transferable braking force is ing physics.

  • Page 82: Automatic Stability Control (Asc)

    Unusual riding conditions: The potentially shorter stopping distances Riding on the rear wheel (wheelie) for an which BMW Motorrad ABS permits must not extended period with ASC deactivated be used as an excuse for a careless driving Rear wheel spinning when stationary with style.

  • Page 83: Dynamic Engine Brake Control

    In the ROLL riding mode: high perfor- Hard brake onset in sporty riding style. mance on dry roads. In poor road condi- Like the BMW Motorrad ASC, the dynamic tions, optimum stability cannot be guaran- engine brake control compares the wheel teed.

  • Page 84: Dynamic Brake Control

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL Dynamic Brake Control function with Hill Start Control The Dynamic Brake Control function helps Hill Start Control function the rider in the event of emergency braking. The Hill Start Control drive-off assistant Detection of emergency braking function prevents uncontrolled rolling back Emergency braking is detected when the...

  • Page 85: Adaptive Headlights

    ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS with Adaptive Lights Function In addition to the low beams, high beams and daytime running lights or parking lights, the headlight is equipped with separate LED elements with their own reflectors. Depend- ing on the angle, the LED elements are also switched on for the low beams in order to improve the illumination of the interior range of the curve.

  • Page 86: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 87 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT SIDE PANELS FAIRING BRACKET FRONT WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH TIRES RIMS WHEELS MUFFLER LIGHT SOURCE JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET...

  • Page 88: General Notes

    The work steps described here for the knowledge are required to carry out some of right side trim panel also logically apply the work described here. If you are in doubt, to the left side. consult a specialist workshop, preferably your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

  • Page 89: Fairing Bracket

    Loosen the side trim panel 2 from retain- Remove screws 1 from the left fairing sup- ing pins 1. port 2. Loosen the left-side fairing support 2 from Installing side trim panel grommets 3 and remove. Park motorcycle. Ensure that the ground is Installing fairing bracket, left firm and level.

  • Page 90: Front Wheel Stand

    Installing fairing bracket, right For a description of the correct installa- tion, please refer to the instructions for the front-wheel stand. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer will be very happy to assist you in choos- ing a suitable auxiliary stand. REAR-WHEEL STAND...
  • Page 91 Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain into ist workshop, preferably an authorized the oil pan. BMW Motorrad retailer. BMW Motorrad recommends occa- sionally checking the motor oil after a journey of at least 31 mi (50 km) in order to reduce the environmental impact.

  • Page 92: Brake System

    MAINTENANCE Clean the area around the oil filler open- Attach the cover 2 and install screws 1. ing. Cylinder head cover on cylinder head To be able to apply force more easily, in- sert the interchangeable screwdriver in- sert 1 Phillips-end first, into the screw- driver handle 2 (from on-board toolkit).
  • Page 93 Have all work on the brake system car- ried out by experts. Have the brakes checked by a special- ist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Front brake-pad wear limit Checking the front brake pad thickness Park motorcycle. Ensure that the ground is min 0.04 in (min 1 mm) (Only friction...
  • Page 94 MAINTENANCE Have brake pads renewed at a special- ist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking the front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient or contaminated brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power caused by air, dirt or water in the brake...
  • Page 95 If the brake fluid level falls below the ap- proved level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, prefer- ably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking the rear brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient or contaminated brake fluid...

  • Page 96: Clutch

    Check tire pressure against data below. Have damaged rims checked and, if nec- Front tire pressure essary, renewed by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire cold) Checking spokes Rear tire pressure Park motorcycle.

  • Page 97: Wheels

    If you want to convert your motorcycle to different wheels, please contact a specialist workshop, preferably a BMW Motorrad re- tailer. In some cases the data stored in the control units must be adapted to the new wheel sizes.
  • Page 98 MAINTENANCE ATTENTION Unintentional pressing together of brake pads Component damage when mounting the brake caliper or when pressing the brake pads apart Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper removed. ATTENTION Pull out the quick-release axle 4 while sup- porting the front wheel.
  • Page 99 Damage or loosening of screwed connec- tions Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Lubricate the quick-release axle 4. Lubricant Optimoly TA Lubricate the tire tread on the spacer bush 5.
  • Page 100 MAINTENANCE Remove front wheel stand and firmly com- press front forks. Do not actuate hand- brake lever at the same time. Attaching front wheel stand ( 86). Position brake caliper 1 on left and install screws 3. Brake caliper on telescopic forks Install screw 1.
  • Page 101 Tighten the clamping bolts on left 1 and Remove cable tie 4 Remove screws 3. right 2 to the appropriate torque. ATTENTION Actuation of the front wheel brake or rear wheel brake with removed brake calipers and brake pads (the front wheel brake also actuates the rear wheel brake (integral brake)) Pushing out the brake piston...
  • Page 102 Damage or loosening of screwed connec- tions Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Remove screw 2. Remove quick-release axle 4, let sensor holder 3 hang on the cable.

  • Page 103: Muffler

    Attach the sensor holder 4 and quick-re- lease axle 2. Align the identification markings 3 on the sensor holder 4 and rear wheel swinging arm 1 to each other. Insert the quick-release axle 2. Attach the brake caliper 1 to the brake disc 2.

  • Page 104: Light Source

    If an LED light source is Installing the silencer faulty, please contact a specialist workshop, The work steps described here for the preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. right silencer also logically apply to the left silencer.

  • Page 105: Battery

    Begin by connecting one end of the red the battery. jumper cable to the jump-start terminal 1 BMW Motorrad has developed a on the discharged battery and the other trickle-charger specially designed for end to the positive terminal of the donor compatibility with the electronics of your battery.
  • Page 106 Use suitable BMW chargers. The correct charger's terminal clips from battery termi- charger is available through your autho- nals. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. In the case of longer periods when the Disconnect any devices connected to the motorcycle is not being used, the bat- onboard power socket.
  • Page 107 On the right side of the motorcycle, re- Fasten cable ties 2 as an installation aid on move the adapter cable for the positive the adapter cable for the positive termi- terminal 2 with the screw 1. nal 1. ATTENTION ATTENTION Battery makes contact with the silencer Battery makes contact with the silencer...
  • Page 108 MAINTENANCE On the right side of the motorcycle, grasp the adapter cable for the positive termi- ATTENTION nal 1 at the opening (arrow) by the cable tie and thread it in. Incorrect battery connection Remove cable tie 2. Danger of short circuit Follow the installation sequence.

  • Page 109: Fuses

    If the fuses blow frequently, have the Fuse 4 electrical system checked by an autho- rized specialized workshop, preferably an 15 A (OA connector fuse block) authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Replace defective fuse in accordance with following fuse assignment diagram. Fuse assignment ( 105) Insert the fuse box 2.

  • Page 110: Diagnostic Socket

    Vehicle experiences malfunctions Do not have the diagnostic socket disconnected except during BMW Motorrad service by a specialist Insert the diagnostic socket 2 into the workshop or other authorized persons. bracket 3. Have work carried out by appropriately The locks 1 engage.
  • Page 112 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 113 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD POWER SOCKETS LUGGAGE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES...

  • Page 114: Onboard Power Sockets

    WARNING in your own country. Reduced riding stability caused by over- Your BMW Motorrad retailer offers you ex- loading and uneven loading pert advice when choosing genuine BMW Accident hazard parts, accessories and other products.

  • Page 115: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Available optional accessories Your BMW Motorrad retailer offers you ex- pert advice when choosing genuine BMW parts, accessories and other products such as luggage systems or windscreens. You can find all optional accessories from BMW Motorrad on our website:...
  • Page 116 CARE...
  • Page 117 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING THE VEHICLE CLEANING SENSITIVE MOTORCYCLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...

  • Page 118: Care Products

    CARE CARE PRODUCTS WARNING BMW Motorrad recommends that you use cleaning and care products available at Damp brake disks and brake pads af- your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. ter washing the motorcycle, after riding BMW Motorrad Care Products have been...

  • Page 119: Attention

    It is recommended to use larly in the event of exposure to road salt. BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner and then Use BMW Motorrad metal polish for addi- apply BMW Motorrad high gloss polish to tional treatment. preserve the paint.

  • Page 120: Bmw Motorrad Retailer Can Provide You With

    CARE BMW Motorrad retailer can provide you with more detailed information. Clean the motorcycle. Removing the battery ( 102). Spray the brake lever and clutch lever as well as side stand pivots with a suitable lubricant. Preserve bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-free grease (petroleum jelly).

  • Page 122: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 123 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SCREW CONNECTIONS FUEL ENGINE OIL ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION REAR-WHEEL DRIVE FRAME CHASSIS BRAKES WHEELS AND TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE DATA...

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting Chart

    TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended and gear is Fold in side stand. engaged. Clutch is not pulled. Pull back the clutch lever in neutral or when a gear is engaged. Fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 125: Screw Connections

    SCREW CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on telescopic forks M10 x 40 - 10.9 41 lb/ft (56 Nm) Clamping bolts in the axle adapter M8 x 35 - 8.8 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Screw on quick-release axle...
  • Page 126 TECHNICAL DATA Frame Value Valid Support for side cover on frame M5 x 14 4 lb/ft (5 Nm) micro-encapsulated...

  • Page 127: Recommended Fuel Quality

    Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4.0 l), with filter replacement Engine oil specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro. Engine oil refilling quantity max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l), Difference be- tween MIN and MAX BMW recommends...

  • Page 128: Clutch

    TECHNICAL DATA CLUTCH Clutch design Single-plate dry clutch TRANSMISSION Transmission design Claw-shift 6-speed transmission in separate transmission housing Transmission oil FUCHS Titan EG 4218 SAE 70W-80 Transmission gear ratios 1.160, Primary gear ratio 2.438 (39:16), 1st gear 1.696 (39:23), 2nd gear 1.296 (35:27), 3rd gear 1.065 (33:31), 4th gear 0.903 (28:31), 5th gear...

  • Page 129: Brakes

    0.26 in (min 6.5 mm), Wear limit WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw­motorrad.com/service. Speed category of front/rear tires H, minimum requirement: 130 mph (210 km/h)

  • Page 130: Electrical System

    TECHNICAL DATA Front wheel Front wheel design Spoked wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.00" x 16" Front tire designation 130/90 B16 Load index for front tire Permitted front wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g) Rear wheel Rear wheel design Spoked wheel Rear-wheel rim size 5.0"...

  • Page 131: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Light source Bulb for parking light Bulbs for low-beam headlight Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM Activation time Approx. 30 s Alarm duration Approx. 26 s Battery type (For Keyless Ride radio-oper- CR 2032 ated key) DIMENSIONS...

  • Page 132: Performance Data

    TECHNICAL DATA PERFORMANCE DATA Maximum speed 112 mph (180 km/h)
  • Page 134 SERVICE...
  • Page 135 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...

  • Page 136: Reporting Safety Defects

    NHTSA may order the manufacturer to per- form a recall and remedy campaign. However, the NHTSA cannot become involved in in- dividual problems between you, your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC.

  • Page 137: Bmw Motorrad Service History

    BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY With its worldwide retailer network, Entries BMW Motorrad can attend to you and your Maintenance work that has been performed motorcycle in over 100 countries around the is recorded in the diagnostics and informa- globe.
  • Page 138 300 mi and 750 mi (500 km and 1200 km). BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the services performed may be dependent on the age of the vehicle and the mileage ridden. Your...

  • Page 139: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Oil change (including engine and bevel gears) Standard scope of BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replace the air filter insert Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Oil change in the bevel gears Change transmission oil...

  • Page 140: Maintenance Confirmations

    MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS BMW Motorrad Service standard scope The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Motorrad Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system...
  • Page 141 BMW pre-delivery check BMW running-in check performed performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 142 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 143 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 144 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 145 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 146 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 147 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 148 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 149 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 150 SERVICE BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...
  • Page 151 BMW Motorrad Service performed at km Next service latest or, if reached earlier at km Work performed BMW Motorrad Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears...

  • Page 152: Service Confirmations

    SERVICE SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional accessories and special campaigns performed. Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 153 Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 154 CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE...
  • Page 155 FCC Approval Approbation de la FCC Ring aerial in the ignition switch Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur d'allumage To verify the authorization of the ignition Pour vérifier l'autorisation de la clé de key, the electronic immobilizer exchanges contact, le système d'immobilisation information with the ignition key via the électronique échange des informations ring aerial.
  • Page 156 Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device USA, Canada: Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and...
  • Page 157 Declaration Of Conformity We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750) camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards: 1.
  • Page 158 INDEX Brake pads Engine temperature Abbreviations and Breaking in, 68 too high, 25 symbols, 4 Checking the front, 89 Warning light for Checking the rear, 89 overtemperature, 25 Indicator and warning Brakes Equipment, 4 light, 27 Adjusting handlebar Self-diagnosis, 66 lever, 59 Technology in detail, 76 Fairing, 84...
  • Page 159 Immobilizer Operating headlight Overviews Indicator light, 25 Behind the right side trim flasher, 36 Spare key, 34 panel, 14 Operating high-beam Indicator lights, 17 Indicator and warning headlight, 36 ABS, 27 lights, 20 Operating the auxiliary Anti-theft alarm system Instrument cluster, 17 headlight, 36 (DWA), 28 Left side of vehicle, 12...
  • Page 160 INDEX Socket Trip distance recorder Information on use, 110 Resetting, 39 Position on the vehicle, 12 Trip odometer Spark plugs Display: MI 1 or MI A, 38 Technical data, 126 Troubleshooting chart, 120 Speed control Turn signals Operating, 47 Operating, 35 Operating element, 15 Operating element, 15 Speedometer, 17, 21...
  • Page 161 © 2020 Bayerische Motoren Werke Ak- tiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Reprinting, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the written permission of BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. Original Rider's Manual, printed in Germany. WARNING Harmful substances Operating, servicing and maintaining a...
  • Page 162 Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Premium unleaded (91) (max. 15% ethanol, E15) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Alternative fuel quality Regular unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx. 16 l) Fuel reserve Approx.

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