BMW Motorrad M 1000 RR 2020 Rider's Manual

BMW Motorrad M 1000 RR 2020 Rider's Manual

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RIDER'S MANUAL
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M 1000 RR
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) M 1000 RR 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 your- self with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confi- dently in all traffic situations.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    GENERAL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Ignition switch/steer- Overview ing lock Abbreviations and sym- Emergency-off switch Lights bols Hazard warning lights Equipment Turn indicators Technical data Dynamic Traction Con- Timeliness of the status trol (DTC) of this manual Riding mode Additional sources of Cruise control information Hill Start Control...
  • Page 5 SETTING Launch Control Pit Lane Limiter Mirrors Headlights Chassis and Brake suspension adjust- Adjusting the clutch ments for racing lever mode Footrest system Removing and in- Steering stalling mirror Spring preload Removing and in- Damping stalling license-plate Swinging arm carrier Ride height Switching off ABS when riding on the...
  • Page 6 Dimensions General notes Weights Connector for op- Performance data tional accessories USB charging socket SERVICE CARE Reporting safety de- fects Care products BMW Motorrad Washing your motor- Service cycle BMW Motorrad Cleaning sensitive Service History vehicle parts Care of paintwork...
  • Page 7 BMW Motorrad Mo- bility Services Maintenance work BMW Service Maintenance sched- Maintenance confir- mations Service confirmations APPENDIX Certificate for EWS Certificate for TFT INDEX...
  • Page 8: General Instructions

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 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 10: Overview

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special OVERVIEW instructions and pre- This rider's manual has been cautionary measures. Non- designed to provide quick and compliance can cause damage efficient orientation. The quick- to the vehicle or accessories est way for you to find infor- and warranty claims may be mation on specific topics is to denied as a result.
  • Page 11: Equipment

    These be obtained from the registra- operating instructions describe tion documents or requested optional equipment (OE) from your BMW Motorrad re- offered by BMW and selected tailer or other qualified service optional accessories (OA). This partner or specialist workshop.
  • Page 12: Timeliness Of The Status

    INFORMATION sistance systems. Control units BMW Motorrad retailer also make comfort and info- Your BMW Motorrad retailer is tainment functions possible. Information about the stored always happy to answer any of or exchanged data can be ob- your questions.
  • Page 13 The vehicle owner can have sonal data. a BMW Motorrad retailer or Vehicle users have the right to other qualified service partner obtain comprehensive informa- or specialist workshop read out...
  • Page 14 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ponent, module, system or the manufacturer. Providing this surrounding area; for example: data within the scope required Operating conditions of sys- is on a case-by-case basis, for tem components, such as fill instance to clarify a criminal of- levels and tire pressure fense.
  • Page 15 The information can be read Data input and data transfer out by a BMW Motorrad re- in the vehicle tailer or other qualified service General Depending on the equipment, partner or specialist workshop. comfort settings and individual- The power socket required...
  • Page 16 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS quest as part of the use of on- Services line services. The data trans- General If the vehicle has a mobile mitted depends on the selected phone connection, this settings when using the ser- connection makes it possible vices.
  • Page 17 Any collection, processing and use of personal data that goes beyond the provision of ser- vices take place only as per- mitted by law, on the basis of a contractual agreement or as a result of consent. It is also possible to have the entire data connection activated or deacti- vated.
  • Page 18: Overviews

    OVERVIEWS...
  • Page 19 OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT UNDER THE RIDER'S SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER(ICC6.5IN)
  • Page 20: Overall View, Left Side

    OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Rebound-stage damping on front wheel ( Spring preload on front wheel ( Compression damping on front wheel ( Compression damping on rear wheel ( Spring preload on rear wheel ( Hump cover lock ( Tire pressure table Chain adjustment values Rebound-stage damping on rear wheel (...
  • Page 21: Overall View, Right

    OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT Brake fluid reservoir for rear wheel brake ( 171) Vehicle identification num- ber (on the steering-head bearing) Type plate (on the steer- ing-head bearing) Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake 170) Coolant expansion tank 174) Engine oil indicator 167) Oil filler opening ( 168)
  • Page 22: Under The Rider's Seat

    OVERVIEWS UNDER THE RIDER'S SEAT Battery ( 192) Payload table Onboard vehicle tool kit 165) USB charging socket 202) Diagnostic socket 195) Fuses ( 194)
  • Page 23: Multifunction Switch, Left

    MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT Switch off DTC ( High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Cruise control ( Hazard warning lights Adapt DTC ( 133) Turn indicators ( Horn Multi-Controller Operating elements Rocker button MENU...
  • Page 24: Multifunction Switch, Right

    OVERVIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Heated grips ( Riding mode ( Emergency-off switch Starter button ( 108) Race start with Launch Control ( 130)
  • Page 25: Instrument Cluster(Icc6.5In)

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER(ICC6.5IN) Indicator and warning lights ( Shiftpoint light ( 113) TFT display ( DWA LED ( Photosensor (for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting)
  • Page 26: Displays

    DISPLAYS...
  • Page 27 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU INDICATOR LIGHTS...
  • Page 28: Indicator And Warning Lights

    DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS Turn indicator, left ( High-beam headlight General warning light Turn indicator, right DTC ( ABS ( 144)
  • Page 29: Tft Display In Pure Ride View

    TFT DISPLAY IN PURE RIDE VIEW Hill Start Control ( 14 Heated grip settings Tachometer ( Speedometer Upper status line ( Cruise control ( RACE PRO riding mode 129) Speed Limit Info ( Adapt DTC ( 133) Riding mode ( Gear indicator, "N"...
  • Page 30 DISPLAYS TFT DISPLAY IN THE VIEW MENU Hill Start Control ( 13 Heated grip settings Speedometer Cruise control ( 14 Menu area Speed Limit Info ( Adapt DTC ( 133) RACE PRO riding mode 129) Riding mode ( Upper status line ( Gear indicator, "N"...
  • Page 31: Indicator Lights

    Green CHECK OK 1: no mes- INDICATOR LIGHTS sage, values optimal. Layout White circle with small "i" 2: Warnings are displayed by the information. corresponding warning light. Yellow warning triangle 3: Warnings are indicated by the warning message, value not general warning light in con- optimal.
  • Page 32 DISPLAYS White: (---) there is no valid If the icon 2 is active, you can value. Instead of the value, acknowledge this by tilting dashes are displayed. the Multi-Controller to the left. Check Control messages are The evaluation of the indi- dynamically attached as addi- vidual values is possible in tional tabs to the pages in the...
  • Page 33 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed in yel- Vehicle voltage low. too low ( Vehicle voltage low. lights up is displayed in yel- Vehicle voltage yellow. low. critical ( Vehicle voltage critical! blinks yel- is displayed in yel- Charging voltage low.
  • Page 34 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up Engine control No communica- yellow. failure ( tion with en- gine control. lights up. lights up Engine in emer- Fault in the en- yellow. gency-operation gine control. mode ( blinks red. Serious fault in Serious fault the engine control...
  • Page 35 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights lights up ABS Pro failure ABS Pro fail- yellow. ure! lights up. flashes DTC intervention rapidly. flashes DTC self-diagno- slowly. sis not completed lights up. DTC switched off Off! Traction con- trol deacti- vated.
  • Page 36 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights is displayed. Hill Start Control cannot be acti- vated ( blinks. Gear not trained Hazard warn- flashes in ing lights sys- green. tem switched on flashes in green. Shiftpoint Launch Control L-Con not light lights not ready ( available.
  • Page 37 If the malfunction persists or possible at a specialist work- occurs without any consumers shop, preferably an authorized connected, have the malfunc- BMW Motorrad retailer. tion corrected as soon as Vehicle voltage critical possible at a specialist work- lights up yellow.
  • Page 38 Have checked by a spe- blown. cialist workshop. Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Light source defect lights up yellow. The faulty light source is displayed:...
  • Page 39 The vehicle lighting has failed please contact a specialist partially or completely. workshop, preferably an au- Possible cause: thorized BMW Motorrad re- The light control unit has diag- tailer. nosed a communication error. If the license-plate car- Have the malfunction...
  • Page 40 Contact an authorized service immediately following the Pre- facility, preferably an autho- Ride-Check. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: Coolant temperature too high The anti-theft alarm battery lights up yellow. no longer has its full capacity.
  • Page 41 Engine control failure thorized workshop, preferably lights up yellow. an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. lights up. Drive malfunction Engine! Have checked by a specialist No communication workshop.
  • Page 42 The engine control unit has di- eliminated at a specialist agnosed a fault. In exceptional workshop, preferably an au- cases, the engine stops and thorized BMW Motorrad re- can no longer be started. Oth- tailer. erwise, the engine runs in the Possible cause: emergency operating mode.
  • Page 43 Contact an authorized service falls below 3 mph (5 km/h). facility, preferably an autho- The journey cannot be contin- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. ued. Vehicle has fallen over Contact a specialist work- Cannot start engine.
  • Page 44 152). lights up. Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible Off! at a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. ABS deactivated. ABS failure Possible cause: lights up yellow. The ABS system was turned off by the rider.
  • Page 45 DTC function is corrected as soon as possible not available until the self-di- at a specialist workshop, agnosis has been completed. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. DTC switched off DTC intervention lights up. flashes rapidly. Off!
  • Page 46 Switching on DTC ( 51). at a specialist workshop, DTC error preferably an authorized lights up yellow. BMW Motorrad retailer. Limited DTC availability lights up. lights up yellow. Traction control lights up. failure! Onward journey possible. Ride...
  • Page 47 Operating the Hill Start Con- at a specialist workshop, trol Pro ( 56). preferably an authorized Hill Start Control is BMW Motorrad retailer. automatically deactivated Fuel down to reserve volume blinks yellow. Fuel reserve is being used up. Ride to the nearest Possible cause: filling station.
  • Page 48 DISPLAYS Possible cause: corrected at a specialist work- The Hill Start Control can not shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. be activated. Fold in side stand. Hazard warning lights system Hill Start Control only func- switched on tions when the side stand is flashes in green.
  • Page 49 This situation can occur if the shop, preferably an authorized battery was disconnected. BMW Motorrad retailer. The operating and road safety Service due of the vehicle remains un- is displayed in white.
  • Page 50: Operation

    OPERATION...
  • Page 51 IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK EMERGENCY-OFF SWITCH LIGHTS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS TURN INDICATORS DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) RIDING MODE CRUISE CONTROL HILL START CONTROL SHIFTPOINT LIGHT ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) HEATED GRIPS ONBOARD COMPUTER RIDER SEAT AND PASSENGER SEAT...
  • Page 52: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    OPERATION Switching on the ignition IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK Ignition keys You are provided with 2 igni- tion keys. If you lose your keys, refer to the information regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS) 47). A single radio-operated key Turn the ignition key to posi- fits the ignition switch/steering tion 1.
  • Page 53: Emergency-Off Switch

    Emergency and spare keys are only available through an au- thorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. The ignition keys are...
  • Page 54: Lights

    OPERATION on longer than absolutely nec- essary. High beams and headlight flasher Switching on the ignition 46). Engine is switched off Operating position LIGHTS Switch on low-beam headlight Switch on the ignition. Start engine. Press switch 1 forward to switch on high beams. Pull switch 1 toward rear to actuate headlight flasher.
  • Page 55: Hazard Warning Lights

    light courtesy delay feature The hazard warning flash- turns on. ers place a strain on the The vehicle lights light up for battery. Do not use the haz- one minute and then turn off ard warning flashers for longer automatically. than absolutely necessary.
  • Page 56: Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc)

    OPERATION Speed is under 18 mph (30 km/h): after distance of 165 ft (50 m) is covered. Speed is between 18 mph and 60 mph (30 km/h and 100 km/h): after a speed-de- pendent distance is covered or during acceleration. Speed is above 60 mph Press button 1 to the left to (100 km/h): after blinking five...
  • Page 57 Switching on DTC Press and hold button 1 un- til the DTC indicator light Press and hold button 1 un- changes its behavior. til the DTC indicator light Immediately after pressing but- changes its behavior. ton 1, the DTC system sta- Immediately after pressing but- is displayed.
  • Page 58: Riding Mode

    How does Dynamic Traction Control work? ( 153) RIDING MODE Use of the riding modes BMW Motorrad has developed riding scenarios for your vehicle from which you can select the Press button 1. one matching your situation: RAIN: Riding on roads that are slick from rain.
  • Page 59: Cruise Control

    Display while adjusting (Speed Limit Info active) Press button 1 repeatedly un- til the desired riding mode is shown. The icon 1 for adaptive cruise For a changeover while riding, control is displayed in the the following steps must be Pure Ride view and in the carried out: upper status line.
  • Page 60 OPERATION Storing speed Press button 1 forward and hold. The speed increases continu- ously. If button 1 is no longer pressed, the speed reached is maintained and saved. Decelerating Briefly push button 1 forward. Adjustment range of the adaptive cruise control 12...130 mph (20...210 km/h) The indicator light for adaptive cruise control...
  • Page 61: Hill Start Control

    you might have wanted to slow When downshifting using down to a lower speed. the Pro Gear Shift Assis- tant, the adaptive cruise control The indicator light for is automatically deactivated for adaptive cruise control safety reasons. illuminates. During ABS or DTC in- Switching off cruise control terventions, the adaptive cruise control is automatically...
  • Page 62 OPERATION the vehicle has come to a Operating the standstill, with a gradient of Hill Start Control Pro at least 3%. Requirement is displayed in green. Vehicle is at a standstill with engine running. Hill Start Control Pro is acti- vated.
  • Page 63: Shiftpoint Light

    Adjusting Hill Start Control SHIFTPOINT LIGHT Turning the shiftpoint light on Switching on the ignition and off 46). Go to Settings Vehicle menu. settings Select HSC Pro To switch off Hill Start Con- trol Pro, select Hill Start Control Pro is deac- tivated.
  • Page 64: Anti-Theft Alarm System (Dwa)

    The type of alarm sound the ignition is switched off. Activation takes approximately can be set by an authorized 30 seconds to complete. BMW Motorrad retailer. Turn indicators are illuminated If an alarm was activated twice. while the motorcycle was...
  • Page 65: Heated Grips

    Deactivate DWA : Confirmation Arming tone alarm tone after activating/de- Switch on the ignition. Turn indicators light up once. activating the DWA in addition Confirmation tone sounds to flashing turn signals. once (if programmed). : Auto- Arm automatically DWA is now switched off. matic activation of the alarm function when turning off the Adjust DWA...
  • Page 66: Onboard Computer

    OPERATION level 2 is shown in front of Select Reset all values the heated grip icon 3. Reset individual values The handlebar grips can be and confirm. heated at three different lev- The following values can be els. reset individually: Low heater output Break Journey...
  • Page 67: Rider Seat And Passenger Seat

    Press the hump cover 1 down RIDER SEAT AND PASSEN- and lock it in place. GER SEAT Removing passenger seat Removing the hump cover with passenger package Park the motorcycle, making sure that the ground is firm Park the motorcycle, making and level.
  • Page 68 OPERATION Installing rider's seat Position the passenger seat 1; hook in the fixing mecha- Insert and position the rider's nism 2 when doing so. seat 1 at the front in the fix- Press the passenger seat 1 ing mechanism 4. down and lock it in place.
  • Page 70: Tft Display

    TFT DISPLAY...
  • Page 71 GENERAL NOTES PRINCIPLE PURE RIDE VIEW GENERAL SETTINGS BLUETOOTH MY VEHICLE NAVIGATION MEDIA PHONE DISPLAYING SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYING LICENSE INFORMATION...
  • Page 72: General Notes

    Operate these systems or BMW Motorrad devices only if the traffic Connected App situation allows. With the BMW Motorrad Con- If necessary, stop and oper- nected App, you can call up ate the system or devices at information about the vehicle a standstill.
  • Page 73: Principle

    On some mobile devices, Functions of the Multi- e.g. with operating sys- Controller tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad Turn the Multi-Controller up: Connected App must be called Moving the mouse pointer up up before using. in lists. Make settings. Notice concerning current Increase volume.
  • Page 74 TFT DISPLAY Rocker button MENU Operating instructions in the functions main menu Navigation instructions are displayed as a dialog if the menu has Navigation not been called up. Operation of the MENU rocker button is temporarily restricted. Briefly press the MENU up: In the menu view: move up one hierarchy level.
  • Page 75 Operating instructions in Show Pure Ride view submenus Press and hold the top MENU In addition to the operating rocker button. instructions in the main menu, Switching functions on and there are additional operating instructions in submenus. Some items are preceded by a box.
  • Page 76 TFT DISPLAY Go to the menu Moving the mouse pointer in lists Show Pure Ride view ( 69). Briefly press button 2 down- Go to the menu ( 70). ward. To move the mouse pointer You can go to the following down in lists, turn the Multi- menus: Controller 1 down until the...
  • Page 77 Calling up the last menu used able from the on-board com- puter (e.g. ) and the In the Pure Ride view: press TRIP 1 and hold the bottom of the travel on-board computer (e.g. ) in the TFT display. MENU rocker button. TRIP 2 The last used menu is called The information can be dis-...
  • Page 78 Requirement displays are selected, only the The vehicle is connected to range is shown. a compatible mobile end de- vice. The BMW Motorrad Con- nected app is installed on the mobile end device. displays Speed Limit Info the currently permitted max-...
  • Page 79: Pure Ride View

    Go to When the operating tempera- Settings Display menu. ture has been reached, the red Turn engine speed range display will Speed Limit Info or off. no longer change. The Speed Limit Info is Range not available if Settings is activated. Racetrack PURE RIDE VIEW Tachometer...
  • Page 80: General Settings

    TFT DISPLAY Setting the time format GENERAL SETTINGS Call up menu Settings Adjusting the volume System settings Date Connect the rider's helmet and time Time format and the passenger helmet Select desired setting. 77). Confirm setting. Increase volume: turn Multi- Setting the units of Controller up.
  • Page 81: Bluetooth

    operated anywhere in the Thai world without a license being Adjusting brightness required. Call up menu Settings Although Bluetooth is designed Display Brightness for establishing robust con- Adjust brightness. nections over short distances, The brightness of the display faults are possible as with any is dimmed to the set value if other wireless technology.
  • Page 82 On some mobile devices, Mobile device Rider's helmet e.g. with operating sys- Passenger helm. tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad The connection status for mo- Connected App must be called bile end devices is displayed. up before using. Connecting a mobile end...
  • Page 83 chapter may provide assis- The connection is established tance. ( 212) and the connection status is Depending on the mobile updated. end device, telephone data If the connection cannot be is transferred to the vehicle established, the troubleshoot- automatically. ing chart in the Technical data Telephone data ( chapter may provide assis- If the phone book is not dis-...
  • Page 84: My Vehicle

    TFT DISPLAY MY VEHICLE Start screen Check Control display Coolant temperature Range ( Odometer Service display ( Vehicle voltage ( 192)
  • Page 85 Operating instructions MY VEHICLE ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER SERVICE REQUIREMENTS Check Control messages (if present) Further information on the tire pressure and Check Control messages can be found in the Displays ( 25) chapter. Check-Control messages Operating instructions 1: are dynamically added to Tabs that show how far to the the menu screens in the left or right you can scroll.
  • Page 86 TFT DISPLAY due within 600 mi (1000 km), a white Check Control message is displayed.
  • Page 87: Navigation

    On some mobile devices, Accident hazard e.g. with operating sys- Observe the relevant road tem iOS, the BMW Motorrad traffic regulations. Do not use while riding (ex- Connected App must be called cept for applications without up before using.
  • Page 88 FAVORITES Route criteria The following criteria can be all destinations that have selected: been saved as a favorite in the BMW Motorrad Con- Route type Avoid nected app. It is not possible Select desired Route type to create new favorites on the Turn desired on or off.
  • Page 89: Media

    Turn on or off. Shuffle Go to menu. Media : Select Repeat BMW Motorrad recom- (current track), or mends setting the volume for media and conversations via PHONE mobile end devices to the max- Prerequisite imum before starting a journey.
  • Page 90: Displaying Software Version

    TFT DISPLAY Accept call: Tilt Multi-Con- DISPLAYING SOFTWARE troller 1 to the right. VERSION Reject call: Tilt Multi-Con- Call up menu Settings troller 1 to the left. Information Software End call: Tilt Multi-Con- version troller 1 to the left. Mute DISPLAYING LICENSE INFOR- The microphone in the helmet MATION...
  • Page 92 SETTING...
  • Page 93 MIRRORS HEADLIGHTS BRAKE ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH LEVER FOOTREST SYSTEM STEERING SPRING PRELOAD DAMPING SWINGING ARM RIDE HEIGHT...
  • Page 94: Mirrors

    MIRRORS to the correct headlight Adjusting mirrors range, have the adjustment checked by a specialized work- shop, preferably by an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. BRAKE Adjusting the brake lever WARNING Move mirror into the desired Adjusting the brake lever...
  • Page 95: Adjusting The Clutch Lever

    From position 1: smallest dis- ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH tance between handlebar grip LEVER and brake lever Clutch to position 6: largest distance between handlebar grip and WARNING brake lever Adjusting the clutch lever with Billet pack while driving Accident hazard Adjust the clutch lever when the motorcycle is stationary.
  • Page 96: Footrest System

    SETTING with Billet pack The foot distance and the foot Turn the adjustment lever 1 position can be adjusted by to the desired position. means of the rotor 3. Loosen screw 1 in the The adjustment wheel can toothed port 2 until the be turned more easily if toothed port 2 can be pulled you press the clutch lever for-...
  • Page 97 adjustment position of the ro- tor. For example, if the rotor WARNING is shifted one position clock- Incorrectly adjusted footrest wise, the footrest joint must be due to the rotor being shifted by one position coun- moved. terclockwise. Accident hazard Tighten screw 3.
  • Page 98: Steering

    SETTING STEERING Foot piece on footbrake lever Adjust the steering damper Thread-locking compound: micro-encapsulated 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) Adjusting gearshift lever foot piece WARNING Adjusting the steering damper while riding. Accident hazard Never adjust the steering The foot distance can be ad- damper except while the justed by moving the foot motorcycle is stationary.
  • Page 99: Spring Preload

    If you are distance D between points 1 not sure whether this work is and 2 again and calculate within your skill range, please the difference (compression) contact a specialist workshop, between the measured values. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 100 SETTING turn the adjustment screw 3 Adjustment of spring in direction B using a tool preload dependent on from the onboard tool kit. A loading suitable adapter to protect the Compressing front wheel screw against scratches is in- 1.4 in (35 mm) (With rider cluded in the onboard tool kit.
  • Page 101: Damping

    and 2 again and calculate direction A using a tool from the difference (compression) the onboard tool kit. To increase the compression between the measured values. (reduce the spring preload), Adjustment of spring turn the adjustment ring 2 in preload dependent on direction B using a tool from loading the onboard tool kit.
  • Page 102 SETTING Adjusting the compression Compression stage, ba- damping on the front wheel sic setting, front Position 5 (With rider 187 lbs (85 kg)) Adjusting the rebound-stage damping on front wheel Adjust compression damping using adjustment screw 1 and yellow scale on left-hand fork leg.
  • Page 103 from onboard tool kit so that in + direction using tool from the mark 2 points to a lower onboard tool kit. To reduce damping: turn ad- scale value. justment screw to the left in – Rebound stage, basic direction using tool from on- setting, front board tool kit.
  • Page 104: Swinging Arm

    1. within your skill range, please contact a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Adjusting the swinging arm pivot point Park the vehicle, making sure that the ground is firm and level.
  • Page 105 Loosen quick-release axle Loosen the swing axle 1. Remove the nut 2. nut 1. Loosen the lock nuts 3 on the left and right. Use the adjustment screws 2 on the left and right to greatly increase chain sag. Make sure that the same scale value 4 is set on the left and right.
  • Page 106 SETTING Nut for swinging arm pivot point connector on frame Thread-locking compound: Loctite 270, high-strength 52 lb/ft (70 Nm) Tighten the swing axle 1 to the specified torque. Turn the left-hand connec- Swing axle on frame tor 2 alternately with the right-hand connector and 4 lb/ft (5 Nm) incrementally by a maximum...
  • Page 107: Ride Height

    If you are not sure whether lease axle in swinging this work is within your skill range, please contact a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an Thread-locking compound: authorized BMW Motorrad re- mechanical tailer. 92 lb/ft (125 Nm) Checking chain sag ( 184).
  • Page 108 SETTING Adjust the ride height to the Adjusting the eccentric swinging arm pivot point strut to compensate for setting the swinging arm pivot point Park the vehicle, making sure adjustment that the ground is firm and Swinging arm pivot point ba- level.
  • Page 110 RIDING...
  • Page 111 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN SHIFTING GEARS SHIFTPOINT LIGHT BRAKES PARKING YOUR VEHICLE REFUELING SECURING VEHICLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
  • Page 112: Safety Instructions

    Your authorized Adjust spring preload and BMW Motorrad retailer will be damping rate for the current happy to advise you and has gross motorcycle weight. the correct clothing for every Speed purpose.
  • Page 113 Catalytic converter There is a danger of overheat- WARNING ing and damage if misfiring Harmful exhaust gas causes unburned fuel to enter Danger of suffocation the catalytic converter. Do not inhale exhaust For this reason, observe the fumes. following points: Do not run the engine in Do not run the fuel tank dry.
  • Page 114: Regular Check

    RIDING Danger of overheating Checking clutch function 172). Check tire tread depth ATTENTION 175). Engine idling for a lengthy Checking the tire pressure period while at a standstill 175). Overheating due to insuf- In racetrack operation: check ficient cooling; in extreme engine oil level.
  • Page 115 DTC self-diagnosis is per- formed. ( 111) Engage neutral, or pull back the clutch lever if a gear is engaged. You cannot start the mo- torcycle with the side stand extended and a gear en- gaged. The engine will switch Press starter button 1.
  • Page 116 ABS self-diagnosis is The self-diagnosis rou- completed: tine checks whether the It remains possible to con- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS tinue riding. Bear in mind that is ready for operation. The neither the ABS function nor self-diagnosis routine launches...
  • Page 117: Breaking In

    DTC self-diagnosis DTC self-diagnosis not The self-diagnosis routine completed is determining whether The DTC function is not BMW Motorrad DTC is available as the self-diagnosis ready for operation. The function has not been self-diagnosis routine runs completed. (To check automatically when you switch wheel speed sensors, the on the ignition.
  • Page 118: Shifting Gears

    RIDING Observe the engine run-in speeds. WARNING Engine run-in speed New brake pads Extension of the braking dis- tance, accident hazard <7000 min (Odometer Brake early. reading 0...186 miles (0...300 km)) Tires <9000 min (Odometer New tires have a smooth sur- reading 311...621 miles face.
  • Page 119: Shiftpoint Light

    RPM, an attempt to shift gears without clutch control can cause a strong load-change response. BMW Motorrad recommends clutch control for shifting The shiftpoint light 1 signals to gears in these riding circum- the rider that the engine speed stances.
  • Page 120: Brakes

    Locking up of the front wheel sult in a decrease in the brak- is prevented by BMW Motorrad ing action. ABS Pro. Delayed or poorer braking ac- With the frequently instructed tion must be expected in the "emergency braking,"...
  • Page 121 When driving in the rain and ABS Pro is activated in through puddles. RAIN ROAD After washing the vehicle. riding modes. In DYNAMIC When driving on roads spread the Dynamic Pro riding mode, with salt. ABS Pro can be set individually. After working on the brakes Falling cannot be excluded due to oil or grease residues.
  • Page 122: Parking Your Vehicle

    Fuel ad- side stands. ditives should be used when If the slope of the road per- refueling with low-quality fu- mits, turn the handlebars to els or during longer periods the left. of downtime. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer can...
  • Page 123 provide you with more detailed information. ATTENTION Recommended fuel Contact of fuel and plastic quality surfaces Damage to surfaces (become Premium unleaded (93) (max. unattractive or cloudy) 5 % ethanol, E5) Immediately clean plastic 91 AKI (98 ROZ/RON) surfaces after contact with 93 AKI fuel.
  • Page 124: Securing Vehicle For Transportation

    RIDING Fuel reserve Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Press fuel tank cap down firmly to close it. Remove the ignition key and close the protective flap. SECURING VEHICLE FOR Refuel with a fuel meeting the TRANSPORTATION specifications above, continu- Protect all component sur- ing until fuel is no higher than faces against which tension-...
  • Page 125 ATTENTION ATTENTION Motorcycle tips to the side Pinching of components Component damage when raising Do not pinch components, Component damage cause by e.g. brake lines or wiring tipping over Secure the motorcycle harnesses. against tipping to the Lay tensioning straps over the side, preferably with the lower fork bridge in front on assistance of a second...
  • Page 126 RIDING be pulled down with the suspension compressed as much as possible. After transportation, position the fork partition 2 and install the screws 1. Fork partition on lower fork bridge Thread-locking compound: micro-encapsulated 1 lb/ft (2 Nm)
  • Page 128: On The Race- Track

    ON THE RACE- TRACK...
  • Page 129 DISPLAYS FOR RACING MODE LAPTIMER VEHICLE SETTINGS FOR RACING MODE RACE PRO RIDING MODES LAUNCH CONTROL PIT LANE LIMITER CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS FOR RAC- ING MODE REMOVING AND INSTALLING MIRROR REMOVING AND INSTALLING LICENSE-PLATE CAR- RIER SWITCHING OFF ABS WHEN RIDING ON THE RACE- TRACK GEARSHIFT-PATTERN REVERSER...
  • Page 130: Displays For Racing Mode

    ON THE RACETRACK DISPLAYS FOR RACING MODE Sport 1 display Adapt DTC ( 133). Maximum DTC torque re- duction Current DTC torque reduc- tion Tachometer Maximum braking deceler- ation Current braking decelera- tion Maximum angle of inclina- tion Current angle of inclination Unit for displaying RPM: 1000 RPM...
  • Page 131 Sport 2 display Adapt DTC ( 133). Current lap time Maximum DTC torque re- Unit for displaying RPM: duction 1000 RPM Current DTC torque reduc- Operating assistance tion Tachometer Difference between the last lap time and the ref- erence time, or difference between the current lap time and the reference time...
  • Page 132 ON THE RACETRACK Sport 3 display Adapt DTC ( 133). 10 Difference between the Maximum DTC torque re- last lap time and the ref- duction erence time, or difference Current DTC torque reduc- between the current lap tion time and the reference Tachometer time Current angle of inclination...
  • Page 133: Laptimer

    Ending time recording and LAPTIMER managing times Start time recording Requirement Go to menu Sport The Sport 2 or Sport 3 display switch to the Sport 2 or is shown. Sport 3 display. Press MENU rocker button Start engine. down. The menu is dis- LAPTIMER...
  • Page 134: Vehicle Settings For Racing Mode

    ON THE RACETRACK with M GPS­Laptrigger Best ever racing lap : Changeover of op- The best ever racing lap ( Trigger Best eration. : Trigger- ) is the fastest of all Manual Ever ing by means of headlight recorded racing laps and is flasher.
  • Page 135: Race Pro Riding Modes

    Turning on the racetrack RACE PRO RIDING MODES functions deactivates the Configuration for the Connectivity functions Media racetrack , and Telephone Naviga- The RACE PRO riding modes tion allow you to adjust the elec- Select Configuration tronic stability control systems professionally in detail.
  • Page 136: Launch Control

    ON THE RACETRACK The current setting is dis- RACE PRO riding mode played graphically and numer- deactivated, all predefined rid- ically. Explanatory texts for ing modes are available again the respective setting are also and the ROAD riding mode is displayed.
  • Page 137 limiter is deactivated as from a Bring motorcycle in start posi- defined speed. tion. Vehicle is standing, engine is Speed for deactivation running. of the engine speed lim- itation for Launch Control Approx. 43 mph (Approx. 70 km/h) Launch Control is switched off under the following conditions: Third gear is engaged.
  • Page 138: Pit Lane Limiter

    ON THE RACETRACK Shiftpoint light lights up or PIT LANE LIMITER flashes. Restricting the speed with the The Launch Control controls Pit Lane Limiter the ideal torque on the rear The Pit Lane Limiter is a sup- wheel and keeps the engine port function designed to com- speed constant up to the ply with a speed restriction, e.g.
  • Page 139: Dtc

    Hold down the starter but- Configuring the RACE PRO rid- ton 1. ing modes ( 130) Open the throttle grip until the set maximum RPM has been reached. The engine speed is limited with ignition interruption. WARNING When the starter button is released, the engine acceler- While riding, the DTC rocker ates according to the posi-...
  • Page 140 Loss of stability with spin- rear wheel no longer turns ning rear wheel caused by sufficiently. In this case, reduction of DTC control. BMW Motorrad recommends Accident hazard switching off the DTC tem- Reduce DTC control on race porarily. tracks only.
  • Page 141: Chassis And Suspension Adjustments For Racing Mode

    CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION REMOVING AND INSTALLING ADJUSTMENTS FOR RACING MIRROR MODE Removing mirrors Observe the recommendations for racing mode: ATTENTION Adjusting the steering damper Removal of the mirrors 92). Expiration of operating li- cense for public roads Adjust the spring preload at the Do not ride on public roads rear wheel ( 94).
  • Page 142 Fasten the trim panel 1 on the dummy plugs included in the left-hand and right-hand fair- BMW Motorrad M Cover Kit. ing bracket 2. If cable straps If the mirrors with inte- are used, protect areas that...
  • Page 143 Use the M Cover Kit from Windshield on air inlet BMW Motorrad to cover the exposed screw holes and 1 lb/ft (1 Nm) re-secure the components. The M Cover Kit also contains Installing mirrors dummy plugs for open plug Park the vehicle, making sure...
  • Page 144 ON THE RACETRACK and remove it in a downward motion. Connect the connector for the right-hand turn indicator 1 and the left-hand turn indica- Carefully feed in the cable for tor 2. the turn indicator. Check function of the turn Insert the mirrors on the left signals.
  • Page 145: Removing And Installing License-Plate Carrier

    with passenger package Removing passenger seat 61). Removing the hump cover 61). Position the windshield in the arrow direction. Install screws 1. Install screws 2 with washers. Windshield on air inlet Remove the screws 1 and 2. Carefully unclip the tail cowl- 1 lb/ft (1 Nm) ing on the left and right in the arrow direction.
  • Page 146 ON THE RACETRACK Remove the cable tie 1. Disconnect the connector for Disconnect the connector for the right-hand turn indica- the license plate light 2 and tor 1. left-hand turn indicator 3. If the license-plate car- rier is removed for race- track use, the vehicle electron- ics will interpret this as a de- fective light or light source...
  • Page 147 BMW Motorrad M Cover Kit. Remove the screws 1, paying attention to the collar bush- ings 2. Carefully clip in the tail cowl- ing 1 on the left and right be-...
  • Page 148 ON THE RACETRACK Installing the license-plate carrier Park the vehicle, making sure that the ground is firm and level. with passenger package Removing passenger seat 61). Removing the hump cover Position the license-plate car- 61). rier 1 and carefully feed in the cable.
  • Page 149 Feed in cable for the right Connect the connector for the turn signal 1 and fasten it in license plate light 2 and left- the holder 4. hand turn indicator 3. Feed out the cables for the Install the cable tie 1. Check function of the lighting left turn signal 2 and license and turn signals.
  • Page 150: Switching Off Abs When Riding On The Racetrack

    The ABS function can also the ignition off and back on be deactivated while driv- again. ing. More detailed information about brake systems with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS can be found in the chapter Technology in detail:...
  • Page 151: Gearshift-Pattern Reverser

    Partially integral brake If the ABS indicator and 150) warning light lights up Hill Start Control function after switching the ignition 159) off and on and then contin- Dynamic Brake Control func- uing driving above the mini- tion ( 157) mum speed, an ABS fault has Switch on ABS function occurred.
  • Page 152 ON THE RACETRACK Shift rod on gearshift lever 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Slide on the protective cap 5. The shift pattern reversal for racing mode is set up. Clean the thread 1. Detach the protective cap 2 and slide it on the gearshift rod 4.
  • Page 154: Technology In Detail

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL...
  • Page 155 GENERAL NOTES ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) RIDING MODE DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL (HILL START CONTROL PRO)
  • Page 156: General Notes

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL How does ABS work? GENERAL NOTES The maximum braking force More information on the topic that can be transferred to the of technology is available at: road surface is partially depen- bmw-motorrad.com/technol- dent on the friction coefficient of the road surface.
  • Page 157 At this point, the the brakes are applied force- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS fully. Consequently, ABS does must assume extremely low not intervene until very late, friction coefficients (gravel, ice, if at all.
  • Page 158 Apart from problems on the BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, un- Reserves for safety usual riding conditions can also But remember: the potentially cause a fault memory entry to shorter braking distances which be generated.
  • Page 159: Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc)

    ABS Pro Advantages for the rider ABS Pro increases safety, in The advantages of ABS Pro for particular when braking in the rider are sensitive response corners. ABS Pro stops the and high braking and riding wheels from locking up, even if stability with the best possible the brakes are actuated quickly.
  • Page 160: Riding Mode

    Under the following un- usual riding conditions, the WARNING BMW Motorrad Traction Risky riding style Control may be switched off Risk of accident despite DTC automatically. The rider is always respon-...
  • Page 161 RAIN In the RACE PRO riding ROAD modes, additionally: soft DYNAMIC throttle response, maximum RACE torque. RACE PRO 1 Engine braking effect RACE PRO 2 In the RAIN and ROAD riding RACE PRO 3 modes: maximum braking Once activated, the RACE PRO effect from the engine.
  • Page 162 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL trol can be finely adjusted In the RACE PRO riding while riding in the RACE PRO modes: the use of the ABS riding modes using the DTC can be individually adjusted. rocker button. Switchover Riding modes can be changed Wheelie (DTC) –...
  • Page 163: Dynamic Brake Control

    Behavior in the event of DYNAMIC BRAKE CONTROL accidental activation of the Dynamic Brake Control throttle grip function If the throttle grip is acciden- The Dynamic Brake Con- tally actuated during emer- trol function is active in gency braking (throttle posi- all riding modes.
  • Page 164: Gear Shift Assistant

    TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL spring by a certain amount GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT of "overtravel" in the desired Shift assistant Pro direction with a normal to brisk Your motorcycle is equipped action and held in that position with a gearshift assistant orig- until the gear change is inally developed for racing but completed.
  • Page 165: Hill Start Control (Hill Start Control Pro)

    Influence of gradient on Maximum engine speed brake pressure and starting behavior max 15100 min Stopping on a slight incline Upshifts builds up only a small amount The gearshift assistant does of brake pressure. The brake not provide added support is released quickly when rid- when the engine speed falls ing off, making it possible to...
  • Page 166 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL Releasing the brake when switching off the engine or during timeout Hill Start Control Pro is de- activated when the engine is switched off using the emer- gency-off switch, when the side stand is folded out, or after it times out (10 minutes).
  • Page 168: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 169 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT FRONT-WHEEL STAND REAR-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES RIMS WHEELS DRIVE CHAIN LIGHT SOURCE TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET...
  • Page 170: General Notes

    During ist workshop, preferably your installation, a new microencap- authorized BMW Motorrad re- sulated screw must be used. tailer. Therefore, before removal, ensure that you have suitable tools for cleaning the thread and have a replacement screw.
  • Page 171: Onboard Vehicle Tool Kit

    Removing battery Mounting front-wheel stand 194). Adjusting the spring preload on the front ATTENTION wheel ( 93). Use of the BMW Motorrad Reversible screwdriver front wheel stand without an insert additional center or auxiliary Slotted blade and T25 stand torx...
  • Page 172: Rear-Wheel Stand

    For a description of the cor- rect installation, please re- fer to the instructions for the rear-wheel stand. BMW Motorrad offers a suit- able auxiliary stand for each motorcycle. Your authorized For a description of the cor- BMW Motorrad retailer will...
  • Page 173: Engine Oil

    Switch off the ignition. Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain into the oil pan. BMW Motorrad recom- mends occasionally check- ing the motor oil after a jour- ney of at least 31 mi in order...
  • Page 174: Brake System

    Have the oil level corrected ing 1. at a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BRAKE SYSTEM BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking function of brakes Topping up the engine oil Actuate brake lever. Park the motorcycle, making The pressure point must be sure that the ground is firm clearly perceptible.
  • Page 175 BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the front brake pad thickness Park the vehicle, making sure that the ground is firm and level. Turn handlebars. Front brake-pad wear limit min 0.04 in (min 1 mm) (Only friction material without carrier plate.
  • Page 176 Conduct a visual inspection at a specialist workshop, of the brake pad thickness. preferably an authorized Viewing direction: from be- BMW Motorrad retailer. low toward brake pads 1. Checking the front brake fluid level Hold the vehicle upright, mak- ing sure that the ground is firm and level.
  • Page 177 Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Front brake fluid level Checking the rear brake fluid level Brake fluid, DOT4...
  • Page 178: Clutch

    Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- Rear brake fluid level tailer. CLUTCH Brake fluid, DOT4 The brake fluid level must Checking clutch function not fall below the MIN mark.
  • Page 179 0.12...0.2 in (3...5 mm) (mea- an authorized workshop, sured along the outside of preferably an authorized the clutch lever, handlebars in BMW Motorrad retailer. the straight-ahead position, Checking clutch lever play when the engine is cold) Requirement If clutch play is outside of toler- The engine is cold.
  • Page 180: Coolant

    MAINTENANCE Tighten lock nut 1; hold down adjusting screw 2 while doing COOLANT Checking the coolant level Park the vehicle, making sure that the ground is firm and level. Turn handlebars to left. Coolant, specified level Between MIN and MAX marks on the expansion tank (cold engine) If the coolant level drops below...
  • Page 181: Tires

    Park motorcycle on a level, Coolant top-up quantity firm surface. Check tyre pressures against 0.2 quarts (0.15 l) (Difference data below. between MIN and MAX) Front tire pressure 2.5 quarts (2.4 l) (Entire coolant circuit) 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire Coolant FROSTOX HT­12 cold) Checking the coolant level...
  • Page 182: Rims

    Replace the worn tires. wheels, please contact a RIMS specialist service facility, preferably a BMW Motorrad Checking wheel rims retailer. In some cases the data Park motorcycle on a level, stored in the control units must firm surface.
  • Page 183 ATTENTION Raise front of vehicle, prefer- Unintentional pressing to- ably using a BMW Motorrad gether of brake pads front-wheel stand, continuing Component damage when until the front wheel rotates mounting the brake caliper or freely.
  • Page 184 Loosen clamping bolts 2. specialized workshop, Remove the quick-release preferably an authorized axle 1 while supporting the BMW Motorrad retailer. wheel. Roll the front wheel forward to remove it. ATTENTION Front wheel installation op- posite the running direction...
  • Page 185 ATTENTION Improper installation of the front wheel Damage to the wheel speed sensor When rolling in the front wheel, pay attention to the wheel speed sensor. Clamping bolts in axle Roll the front wheel into the mount front suspension. Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alter- nating between one and the other each time...
  • Page 186 Removing the rear wheel Fasten the cable for the wheel Raise vehicle, preferably with speed sensor in the holder 1. a BMW Motorrad rear-wheel Insert the wheel speed sensor stand. into the bore and fasten with Installing rear-wheel stand the screw 2.
  • Page 187 200 ⁄ 55 ZR 17 or vice versa, the parameters of the control systems must be en- Remove quick-release axle 1. coded by a BMW authorized workshop, preferably by a BMW Motorrad retailer. ATTENTION Tightening of screwed connections with incorrect tightening torque Damage or loosening of...
  • Page 188 MAINTENANCE Check judder damper ele- Roll the rear wheel as far for- ments 2 for damage, defor- ward as possible and lay the mation and wear, replace as drive chain 1 on the chain appropriate. sprocket. Lubricate judder damper ele- ments 2 and install them.
  • Page 189: Drive Chain

    To extend and maximize that the braking effect kicks the chain's service life in without any delay. BMW Motorrad recommends using BMW Motorrad chain Engage the brakes repeatedly, lubricant or: continuing until the brake pads make contact with the Lubricant discs.
  • Page 190 For racetrack operation, and apply chain lubricant. BMW Motorrad recom- mends having chain sag close To extend and maximize the chain's service life to the specified maximum BMW Motorrad recommends dimension and inspection at using BMW Motorrad chain shorter intervals. lubricant or:...
  • Page 191 Chain sag ATTENTION The rear wheel is crooked 1.8...2 in (45...50 mm) (Mo- due to uneven adjustment of torcycle unloaded on side the screws stand) Increased wear on the rear If the measured value is outside wheel and chain drive the approved tolerance: Make sure the toe setting Chain sag adjust (...
  • Page 192 Riveting is OK. If one or more rivet heads has rotated: Contact a specialist work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Permissible chain length max 5.7 in (max 144 mm) (measured over the center of 10 rivets, drive chain under...
  • Page 193: Light Source

    If an LED light source is faulty, please contact a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Bend the engine spoiler 2 down slightly and remove the TRIM PANEL COMPONENTS screw 1.
  • Page 194 MAINTENANCE Loosen the fairing side Install screws 1 (6 mm with panel 1 from the nozzles 2 collar). Install screws 2 (3 mm with and remove it. collar). Install fairing side panel Install screw 3 (9 mm with collar). Removing the hump trim panel with passenger package Removing passenger seat...
  • Page 195 Carefully unclip the tail cowl- Remove the short screws 1 ing 1 on the left and right, and the long screws 3 from first horizontally 2, then verti- the hump trim panel 2. Carefully unclip the trims 4 in cally 3. the arrow direction.
  • Page 196 MAINTENANCE Installing the hump trim panel Insert and position the rider's Position the hump trim seat 1 at the front in the fix- panel 1 on the retaining tab 2. ing mechanism 4. Press the cover of the rider's seat 1 slightly forward on the seat surface and expose the lug 2.
  • Page 197: Jump-Starting

    ATTENTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and mo- torcycle Danger of short circuit Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends. Carefully clip in the tail cowl- ing in the arrow direction. Install screws 1 and 2. ATTENTION with passenger package Jump-starting with a voltage...
  • Page 198: Battery

    4 weeks, connect negative terminals first, then a trickle-charger to the disconnect second cable from battery. positive terminals. BMW Motorrad has de- Installing rider's seat ( 62). veloped a trickle-charger specially designed for com- BATTERY patibility with the electronics Maintenance instructions of your motorcycle.
  • Page 199 Removing the rider's seat Connecting battery to vehicle 62). with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Switch off the DWA if it is switched on. ATTENTION Incorrect battery connection Danger of short circuit Follow the installation se- quence. ATTENTION Position the wiring harness Incorrect battery disconnec- positive terminal 1 and install tion...
  • Page 200: Fuses

    MAINTENANCE Once battery is fully charged, Connecting battery to vehicle disconnect charger's terminal 193). clips from battery terminals. Installing rider's seat ( 62). In the case of longer peri- Setting the clock ( 74). ods when the motorcycle FUSES is not being used, the battery must be recharged regularly.
  • Page 201: Diagnostic Socket

    CAUTION electrical system checked by an authorized specialized Incorrect procedure followed workshop, preferably an when disconnecting the data authorized BMW Motorrad link connector for the On- retailer. Board Diagnostics. Motorcycle experiences mal- Install the fuse box 1 in the functions holder.
  • Page 202 MAINTENANCE Installing the hump cover 61). Press locking mechanisms 1. Loosen the diagnostic socket 2 from the bracket 3. The interface for the diagno- sis and information system can be connected to the diag- nostic socket 2. Fastening the diagnostic socket Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information...
  • Page 204 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 205 GENERAL NOTES CONNECTOR FOR OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES USB CHARGING SOCKET...
  • Page 206 Use of products from other More information on the topic manufacturers of accessories is available at: Safety risk bmw-motorrad.com/equip- BMW Motorrad cannot ex- ment amine or test each product of outside origin to ensure CONNECTOR FOR OPTIONAL that it can be used on or...
  • Page 207 Under the hump cover Under the hump trim panel with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Connector for optional ac- cessories at the rear Connector for DWA and Mount special and racing M data logger accessories Anti-theft alarm system Requirement To access connectors, remove Under the hump cover respective fairing side panel, without anti-theft alarm sys-...
  • Page 208: Usb Charging Socket

    61). off. Installing the hump cover To protect against water and 61). vibrations, BMW Motorrad Installing the hump trim panel recommends the use of the 190). BMW Motorrad smartphone protective sleeve. When no device is connected,...
  • Page 209 socket should be closed to pre- vent contamination. Cable routing When routing the cables, en- sure that the cables cannot get jammed.
  • Page 210 CARE...
  • Page 211 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING YOUR MOTORCYCLE CLEANING SENSITIVE VEHICLE PARTS CARE OF PAINTWORK PAINT PRESERVATION STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...
  • Page 212: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends products available at your au- that you use BMW Insect Re- thorized BMW Motorrad re- mover to soften and wash off tailer. BMW Care Products insects and stubborn dirt from have been materials tested, lab-...
  • Page 213: Cleaning Sensitive Vehicle Parts

    BMW Motorrad Care Products Windshields and wind deflec- motorcycle cleaner. This tors is required in particular for Headlight diffusers made of removing road salt. plastic Use BMW Motorrad metal pol- Glass cover of the instrument ish for additional treatment. cluster...
  • Page 214: Care Of Paintwork

    ATTENTION It is recommended to use BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner Bending of radiator fins and then apply BMW Motorrad Damage to radiator fins high gloss polish to preserve When cleaning, ensure that the paint. the cooler fins are not bent.
  • Page 215: Storing The Motorcycle

    Fuel ad- ditives should be used when refueling with low-quality fu- els or during longer periods of downtime. Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer can provide you with more detailed information. Clean the motorcycle. Removing battery ( 194).
  • Page 216: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 217 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SCREW CONNECTIONS FUEL ENGINE OIL COOLANT ENGINE CLUTCH TRANSMISSION REAR-WHEEL DRIVE FRAME CHASSIS BRAKES WHEELS AND TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS PERFORMANCE DATA...
  • Page 218: Troubleshooting Chart

    TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear Fold in side stand. engaged Gear engaged and clutch not Place transmission in neutral or operated disengage clutch.
  • Page 219 Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display. Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the Call up the BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad Con- Connected App on the con- nected App was not nected mobile end device be- transferred.
  • Page 220: Screw Connections

    TECHNICAL DATA SCREW CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Clamping bolts in axle mount M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Radial brake caliper in...
  • Page 221 Rear wheel Value Valid Nut for swinging arm pivot point connector on frame M36 x 0.75, Renew 52 lb/ft (70 Nm) Loctite 270, high- strength Nut on swing axle M18 x 1.5, Replace nut 74 lb/ft (100 Nm) mechanical Rear-wheel quick-re- lease axle in swinging M24 x 1.5 92 lb/ft (125 Nm)
  • Page 222 TECHNICAL DATA Footrest system Value Valid Screw connection for footrest adjustment M8 x 40 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) with Billet mechanical pack Clamping bolt for rider footrest M8 x 25 15 lb/ft (20 Nm) with Billet mechanical pack Foot piece on foot- brake lever M6 x 20 7 lb/ft (10 Nm)
  • Page 223: Fuel

    FUEL Recommended fuel quality Premium unleaded (93) (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 91 AKI (98 ROZ/RON) 93 AKI Alternative fuel quality Premium unleaded (91; re- strictions with regard to power and fuel consumption) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx.
  • Page 224: Engine Oil

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping max 1.4 quarts (max 1.3 l), Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends...
  • Page 225: Clutch

    Piston stroke 2 in (49.7 mm) Compression ratio 13.5:1 Nominal capacity 202 hp (151 kW), at RPM: 13000 min with Torque optimized 177 hp (132 kW), at RPM: calibration 11500 min Torque 83 lb/ft (113 Nm), at RPM: 11000 min Maximum engine speed max 15100 min Idle speed...
  • Page 226: Rear-Wheel Drive

    TECHNICAL DATA REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Chain drive Chain sag 1.8...2 in (45...50 mm), Motor- cycle unloaded on side stand Permissible chain length max 5.7 in (max 144 mm), measured over the center of 10 rivets, drive chain under tension Number of teeth of rear-wheel 17:46 drive (Pinion/sprocket)
  • Page 227: Brakes

    Rear wheel Type of rear-wheel guide Two-arm aluminum swinging Design of rear-wheel Central spring strut with coil suspension spring, adjustable rebound- stage and compression damp- ing and spring preload Spring travel, rear 4.6 in (118 mm), on rear wheel BRAKES Front wheel Type of front wheel brake Two-rotor disk brake, diameter...
  • Page 228: Wheels And Tires

    WHEELS AND TIRES Recommended tire combina- An overview of the current tions tire approvals is available from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at bmw- motorrad.com. Speed category of front/rear W, minimum requirement: tires 168 mph (270 km/h)
  • Page 229: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Fuses Main fuse 40 A, Alternator regulator Fuse 1 15 A, DWA/OBD/ignition switch/instrument cluster/cut- off relay Fuse 2 7.5 A, Multifunction switch on left, sensor box Battery Battery design Lithium-ion, maintenance-free Battery voltage 13.2 V Battery capacity 5 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and NGK LMAR9FI-10G...
  • Page 230: Dimensions

    TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 81.6 in (2073 mm), over rear wheel Motorcycle height 47.1 in (1197 mm), over windshield, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight Motorcycle width 33.4 in (848 mm), with mir- rors 29.1 in (740 mm), without add-on parts with passenger package 30.1 in (765 mm), without add-on parts...
  • Page 231: Performance Data

    PERFORMANCE DATA Maximum speed >124 mph (>200 km/h) with Torque optimized >124 mph (>200 km/h) calibration...
  • Page 232 SERVICE...
  • Page 233 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE HISTORY BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK BMW SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
  • Page 234: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, the NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems between you, your autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer, or BMW of North America, LLC. You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hot- line on 1–888–327–4236 (Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting the website at...
  • Page 235: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE pair tasks confirmed in the With its worldwide retailer net- Service chapter in this manual. work, BMW Motorrad can at- Documented proof of sched- tend to you and your motor- uled preventive maintenance cycle in over 100 countries is essential for generous treat- around the globe.
  • Page 236: Bmw Motorrad Mobility Services

    MAINTENANCE WORK electronic Service History. BMW pre-delivery check Objection The BMW pre-delivery check is At the BMW Motorrad retailer carried out by your authorized or specialist workshop, the ve- BMW Motorrad retailer before hicle owner can object to the it turns the motorcycle over to entry of data in the electronic you.
  • Page 237 The service display in the display reminds you of the next service appointment approx. one month or 620 mi (1,000 km) before the entered values. More information on the topic of service is available at: bmw-motorrad.com/service The required scope of mainte- nance work for your vehicle can be found in the following main- tenance schedule:...
  • Page 238: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Running-in check 11 Change brake fluid in the (including oil change) entire system Standard scope of BMW annually or every 6000 mi Service (10000 km) (whichever Engine oil change with fil- comes first) Engine service Replace potentiometer for gear display Replace oxygen control sensors...
  • Page 239: Maintenance Confirmations

    The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual maintenance work applica- ble for your vehicle may differ. Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnostic system Check wear of the switching-cam adjusters with BMW...
  • Page 240 SERVICE BMW pre-delivery check BMW Running-in Check performed performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 241 BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 242 SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs...
  • Page 243 BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 244 SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs...
  • Page 245 BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 246 SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs...
  • Page 247 BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 248 SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs...
  • Page 249 BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 250 SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs...
  • Page 251 BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element...
  • Page 252 SERVICE BMW Service performed Odometer reading Next service latest or, if reached earlier Odometer reading Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Engine service Replacing potentiometer for gear display (during maintenance) Replace oxygen control sensors (during maintenance) Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs...
  • Page 253: Service Confirmations

    SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional accessories and special cam- paigns performed. Work performed Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 254 SERVICE Work performed Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 256 CERTIFICATE FOR EWS CERTIFICATE FOR TFT...
  • Page 257 FCC Approval Approbation de la FCC Ring aerial in the ignition Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur switch d'allumage To verify the authorization of Pour vérifier l'autorisation de the ignition key, the electronic la clé de contact, le système immobilizer exchanges d'immobilisation électronique information with the ignition échange des informations...
  • Page 258 Toute modification qui n'aurait qui n'aurait pas été approuvée expressément par l'organisme responsable de l'homologation peut annuler l'autorisation accordée à l'utilisateur pour utiliser le dispositif.
  • Page 259 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment TFT instrument Brazil cluster Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não For all Countries without EU tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e Technical information não pode causar interferência a BT operating frq.
  • Page 260 Mexico Le présent appareil est conforme La operación de este equipo está aux CNR d'Industrie Canada sujeta a las siguientes dos applicables aux appareils radio condiciones: exempts de licence. L'exploitation (1) es posible que este equipo o est autorisée aux deux conditions dispositivo no cause interferencia suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit perjudicial y...
  • Page 261 Thailand เครื ่ อ งโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น้ ี มี ค วามสอดคล้ อ งตามข้ อ กํ า หนดของ กทช. (This telecommunication equipments is in compliance with NTC requirements) United States (USA) This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 262 INDEX Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Breaking in, 112 ABS, 144 Check front, 169 Displays, 37 Checking rear, 170 Self-diagnosis, 110 Brakes Technology in detail, 150 ABS Pro, 153 Accessories ABS Pro dependent on riding Connector for optional mode, 115 accessories, 200 Adjusting handlebar lever, 88 General notes, 200...
  • Page 263 Clutch Electrical system Adjusting play, 173 Technical data, 223 Adjusting the clutch lever, 89 Emergency call Checking operation, 172 Deactivating, 129 Checking play, 173 Emergency-off switch, 18 Technical data, 219 Operation, 47 Coolant Engine, 35 Checking the fill level, 174 Drive malfunction warning Indicator light for excess light, 35...
  • Page 264 INDEX Fuel Hill Start Control Pro Fuel grade, 116 Adjusting, 57 Refueling, 117 Operating, 56 Technical data, 217 Technology in detail, 159 Technical Data, 217 Horn, 17 Fuel reserve Hump trim panel Indicator light, 41 Installing, 190 Range, 73 Removing, 188 Fuses Position on the vehicle, 16 Ignition...
  • Page 265 Jump-starting, 191 Maintenance Maintenance schedule, 232 Maintenance confirma- Keys, 46 tions, 233 Maintenance intervals, 230 Laptimer Media Operating, 83 Adjusting, 127 Menu Ending time recording, 127 Go to, 70 Operating, 127 Mirrors Start time recording, 127 Adjusting, 88 Launchcontrol, 130 Removing/installing, 135 Start of race, 131 Mobility Services, 230...
  • Page 266 INDEX Overviews Rear-wheel stand Indicator and warning Mounting, 166 Refueling, 117 lights, 22 Fuel grade, 116 Instrument cluster, 19 Ride height Left side of vehicle, 14 Adjusting, 101 Left-side multifunction Riding mode, 129 switch, 17 Adjusting, 52 My Vehicle, 78 Operating element, 18 Right side of vehicle, 15 Technology in detail, 154...
  • Page 267 Spring preload Standards, 5 Adjusting, 93 Transmission, 219 Weights, 224 Front adjusting element, 14 Wheels and tires, 222 Rear adjusting element, 14, TFT display, 19 Operating, 70, 71 Start, 108 Operating element, 18 Operating element, 17 Status bar, top Overview, 23, 24 Adjusting, 71, 72 Selecting the display, 67 Steering damper...
  • Page 268 INDEX Warning lights, 19 Overview, 22 Weights Payload table, 16 Technical data, 224 Wheels Checking wheel rims, 176 Install rear wheel, 181 Installing the front wheel, 178 Removing front wheel, 176 Removing the rear wheel, 180 Size change, 176 Technical data, 222 Windshield Adjusting element, 15...
  • Page 269 Werke Aktiengesellschaft servicing your vehicle. 80788 Munich, Germany For more information visit: Reprinting, in whole or in www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ part, is only permitted with passenger-vehicle the written permission of BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. Original Rider's Manual, printed in Germany.
  • Page 270 Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Premium unleaded (93) (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 91 AKI (98 ROZ/RON) 93 AKI Alternative fuel quality Premium unleaded (91; restric- tions with regard to power and fuel consumption) (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 90 AKI...

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