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MOTORRAD
RIDER'S MANUAL
(US MODEL)
K 1600 B Grand America
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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  • Page 1 MOTORRAD RIDER'S MANUAL (US MODEL) K 1600 B Grand America MAKE LIFE A RIDE...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle Data Model Vehicle identification number Color number Initial registration License plate Retailer Data Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Phone number Retailer's address/phone number (company stamp)
  • Page 3 WELCOME TO We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the family of BMW drivers. Familiarize your- self with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely and confi- dently in all traffic situations.
  • Page 4 GENERAL INSTRUC- OPERATION TIONS Ignition switch/steer- Quick & easy reference ing lock Abbreviations and sym- Ignition Ignition with Key- bols Equipment less Ride Technical data EWS electronic immo- Timeliness of the status bilizer of this manual Emergency on/off Additional sources of switch (kill switch) information Reverser...
  • Page 5 AUDIO SYSTEM Electronic chassis and suspension adjust- General operation ment (D-ESA) Radio Riding mode Satellite radio Tire pressure control External devices (RDC) Gear Shift Assistant Hill Start Control SETTING Adaptive front light- Mirrors Windshield Wind deflection wing MAINTENANCE Clutch Brakes General notes Onboard vehicle tool RIDING...
  • Page 6 Reporting safety de- Cleaning sensitive fects motorcycle parts BMW Motorrad Paint care Service Protective wax coat- BMW Motorrad Elec- tronic service history Storing the motorcy- (eSH) BMW Motorrad Mo- Putting the motorcy- bility Services cle into operation Maintenance work...
  • Page 7 INDEX...
  • Page 8 GENERAL IN- STRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 QUICK & EASY REFERENCE 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 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION Special in- QUICK & EASY REFERENCE structions and precaution- Chapter 2 of these operating ary measures. Non-compliance instructions will provide you can cause damage to the vehi- with an initial overview of your cle or accessories and warranty motorcycle.
  • Page 11 Optional equipment. offered by BMW and selected BMW Motorrad op- optional accessories (OA). This tional equipment is explains why the manual may already completely in- also contain descriptions of stalled during motor- equipment which you have not cycle production. ordered. Please note, too, that your motorcycle might not be Optional accessories.
  • Page 12 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Internet from your BMW Motorrad re- tailer or other qualified service The Operating Instructions for partner or specialist workshop. your motorcycle, the operating and installation instructions for The information on the vehicle optional accessories and gen- documents always takes prece-...
  • Page 13 The vehicle owner can have user's personal data. a BMW Motorrad retailer or These locations may be: other qualified service partner or specialist workshop read out the data stored in the vehicle...
  • Page 14 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS The vehicle data is read out via Electronic components such the vehicle's legally mandated as control units contain com- socket for onboard diagnosis ponents for storing technical (OBD). information. This may be infor- mation about the vehicle's con- Legal requirements for the dition, component load, events disclosure of data...
  • Page 15 The fault memory and event such as for repairs, servicing data recorder in the vehicle can processes, warranty cases and be reset by a BMW Motorrad quality assurance measures, retailer or other qualified this technical information can service partner or specialist...
  • Page 16 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Data about the use of Inter- lected apps, such as those for net services. This data can navigation or audio playback. The way the data is processed be stored locally in the ve- further is determined by the hicle or is on a device con- provider of the particular app nected to the vehicle, such...
  • Page 17 er's website. The relevant legal obtained from the particular information on data privacy is service provider. also provided there. Personal data may be used in order to provide online services. The data is exchanged over a se- cure connection, i.e. with the vehicle manufacturer's IT sys- tems which are intended for this purpose.
  • Page 18 OVERVIEWS...
  • Page 19 OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE GENERAL VIEW FROM ABOVE UNDERNEATH THE SEAT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT CONTROL UNIT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 20 OVERVIEWS OVERALL VIEW, LEFT SIDE Fuel filler opening 125) Control unit for the audio system Seat release ( Payload table Tire inflation pressure ta- Wind deflection wing 109) Antenna...
  • Page 21 OVERALL VIEW, RIGHT SIDE Engine number (above the Oil fill location and oil dip- engine oil filler opening) stick ( 150) Vehicle identification num- Brake fluid reservoir for ber (above the engine oil rear wheel brake ( 155) filler opening at the main Operation of the passen- frame tail part) ger seat heating (at the...
  • Page 22 OVERVIEWS GENERAL VIEW FROM ABOVE Speaker Multifunction display Storage compartment with plug connector ( 104) Speaker Control unit ( Multifunction switch, left...
  • Page 23 UNDERNEATH THE SEAT Operating instructions Fuses ( 176) Battery ( 172) Standard tool kit ( 148) Diagnostic socket ( 177)
  • Page 24 OVERVIEWS MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, LEFT High beams and headlight Multi-Controller and MENU flasher ( button Multifunction display Adaptive cruise control with audio system US Hazard warning flasher version with navigation preparation Reverser ( Audio system ( Auxiliary headlight ( DTC ( Windshield ( 108) D-ESA (...
  • Page 25 MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH, RIGHT Central locking system Setting riding mode Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starting the engine 117)
  • Page 26 OVERVIEWS CONTROL UNIT Switching on audio system Switching off audio system Mute (MUTE) ( Select audio source Searching for station man- ually ( Playing stored station Select tuner mode for satellite radio ( 100) Finding and saving stations automatically ( Manually storing stations...
  • Page 27 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Speedometer The brightness of the in- Unlocking for navigation dicator and warning lights, slot the display and the instrument Indicator and warning needle and gage lighting is lights ( adapted automatically to suit with audio system US ambient brightness. version with navigation preparation with navigation system...
  • Page 28 DISPLAYS...
  • Page 29 INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS MEANING OF SYMBOLS MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY INDICATOR LIGHTS...
  • Page 30 DISPLAYS INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS ABS ( DTC ( Turn indicator, left Fuel reserve ( High beams Turn indicator, right Anti-theft alarm system Auxiliary headlight ( Adaptive cruise control 10 General warning light, in conjunction with warning symbols on display (...
  • Page 31 Stopwatch ( MEANING OF SYMBOLS Travel times ( Date (display mode de- pends on the time format selected) ( Vehicle voltage Meaning of the symbols at po- sition 1: Oil level ( Average fuel consumption since last reset ( Current fuel consumption Range with fuel quantity now on board ( Average speed since last...
  • Page 32 DISPLAYS 5 Damping 6 Vehicle load...
  • Page 33 MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY Riding mode ( Seat heating ( Grip heating ( Hill Start Control Pro D-ESA settings ( Trip distance ( Coolant temperature Total mileage Indicator lights ( 10 Clock ( Menu area ( 11 Fuel level with audio system US 12 Gear indicator version with navigation preparation...
  • Page 34 DISPLAYS INDICATOR LIGHTS Display Warnings are displayed with the corresponding warning lamps. Warnings for which there is no dedicated warning light are indicated by 'General' warning light 1 showing in combination with a warning symbol such as, for example, 2 appearing in the multifunction display.
  • Page 35 Overview of warning indicators Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights The ice crystal sym- Outside temper- bol is displayed. ature warning The gen- The key symbol is Electronic immo- eral warn- displayed. bilizer is active ing light lights up yellow.
  • Page 36 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights The oil can symbol Engine-oil level is displayed. too low ( The gen- The tire symbol is Tire inflation eral warn- displayed. The crit- pressure is ing light ical tire pressure is outside approved flashes red.
  • Page 37 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights The gen- Bulb symbol with Rear light failure eral warn- arrow pointing to ing light the rear appears on lights up the display. yellow. The gen- Bulb symbol with Front light failure eral warn- arrow pointing to ing light the front appears...
  • Page 38 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights The gen- The anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm eral warn- system battery sym- battery drained ing light bol appears on the lights up display. yellow. The locked sym- Central locking bol appears on the locked ( display.
  • Page 39 Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights The DTC DTC error ( indicator light lights The gen- The D­ESA fault D­ESA fault eral warn- symbol is displayed. ing light lights up yellow. Fuel re- Fuel down to re- The fuel-level read- serve sym- serve ( ing is displayed in...
  • Page 40 DISPLAYS Indicator and Display text Meaning warning lights The service symbol Service overdue general is displayed. warning light briefly lights up yellow.
  • Page 41 The ambient temperature mea- Remove other ignition keys sured at the vehicle is lower from the ignition key ring. Use the spare key. than 37 °F (3 °C). Have the defective ignition key replaced, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 42 The coolant temperature is too Have any faulty radio-op- high. erated keys replaced by a If possible, continue driving BMW Motorrad retailer. in the part-load range to cool down the engine. Replace battery of radio- In traffic jams, switch off the...
  • Page 43 BMW Motorrad The engine symbol ap- retailer. pears on the display. Possible cause: Engine fault The engine control unit has di- The general warning light agnosed a serious fault. lights up yellow. The engine symbol ap- WARNING pears on the display.
  • Page 44 DISPLAYS tire pressures The following conditions must with tire pressure monitor be satisfied in order to use the (TPM) electronic oil-level check: Engine at operating tempera- ture. Engine idling for at least ten seconds. No brake applied. Side stand retracted. The motorcycle is standing upright.
  • Page 45 Additional information about pensation and tire pressure ad- the BMW Motorrad TPM is justment in the "Technology in provided starting on page detail" chapter. 141). Have the tire checked for...
  • Page 46 DISPLAYS Possible cause: preferably an authorized One or two TPM sensors have BMW Motorrad retailer. failed. Possible cause: Have fault eliminated at a There is a fault in the radio specialist service facility, connection to the TPC/RDC preferably an authorized sensors.
  • Page 47 Contact an authorized service Illumination of the road ahead facility, preferably an autho- is no longer optimum. rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: Light direction of the low- Only restricted adjustment of beam headlight not known...
  • Page 48 Please contact a specialized tive. The LED tail light must be re- workshop, preferably an au- placed. thorized BMW Motorrad re- Please contact a specialized tailer. workshop, preferably an au- Onboard system voltage low thorized BMW Motorrad re- The split battery symbol tailer.
  • Page 49 Possible cause: BMW Motorrad Retailer. Too many consumers switched on. On-board system voltage Anti-theft alarm battery low tends to drop particularly at...
  • Page 50 ABS self-diagnosis not Contact an authorized service completed facility, preferably an autho- The ABS indicator and rized BMW Motorrad retailer. warning light flashes. Anti-theft alarm battery Possible cause: drained The self-diagnosis routine with anti-theft alarm system was not completed;...
  • Page 51 DTC deactivated preferably an authorized The DTC indicator light BMW Motorrad retailer. lights up. DTC intervention Possible cause: The DTC indicator light The DTC system has been de- flashes rapidly.
  • Page 52 The determined range is Possible cause: an approximate reading. The D­ESA control unit has BMW Motorrad therefore rec- detected a fault. Motorcycle ommends that you do not try damping is in this condition to use the full range before re- very firm and riding is rather fueling.
  • Page 53 Hill Start Control Pro active Start engine. Hill Start Control Pro only Green stop symbol is dis- works when the engine is run- played. ning. Possible cause: The Hill Start Control Pro Hill Start Control Pro is 143) was activated automatically deactivated automatically or was activated The general warning lamp...
  • Page 54 DISPLAYS DANGER Driving with overheated brakes Risk of accident due to brake failure Adapt driving style. Use the engine brake to avoid frequent braking. If the countdown to the next service is less than one month, service due date 1 is displayed. WARNING Failure to observe mainte- nance intervals...
  • Page 55 The general warning light briefly shows yellow after the Pre-Ride-Check. Possible cause: The required service has not yet been performed. Have the service performed as soon as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
  • Page 56 OPERATION...
  • Page 57 IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK IGNITION IGNITION WITH KEYLESS RIDE EWS ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER EMERGENCY ON/OFF SWITCH (KILL SWITCH) REVERSER LIGHTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER TURN INDICATORS MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ON-BOARD COMPUTER TRIP RECORDER ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (DWA) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL...
  • Page 58 OPERATION IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCK Ignition key You are provided with 2 igni- tion keys. Should you lose your keys, refer to the information regarding the electronic immo- bilizer (EWS) ( 57). The ignition steering lock, fuel Turn the ignition key to posi- filler cap, seat lock, cases and tion 1 while moving the han- topcase are all operated with...
  • Page 59 alarm system are controlled ABS self-diagnosis is being with the radio-operated key. performed. ( 118) DTC self-diagnosis is per- The seat lock, topcase and case formed. ( 119) can be operated manually. Switching off ignition When the range of the ra- dio key is exceeded (e.g.
  • Page 60 OPERATION There are two ways to acti- vate the ignition. ATTENTION Version 1: Incorrect handlebar angle Press button 1 briefly. when parking on side stand Engine can be started. Component damage cause by Pre-Ride Check in progress. tipping over 118) On level ground, always turn ABS self-diagnosis is being the handlebars to the left to...
  • Page 61 Switching off ignition Battery of the radio-operated key is drained or the radio- Requirement operated key is lost Radio-operated key is within reception range. The antenna is located in front of the tank filler cap or under the tank cover. Should you lose your keys, re- fer to the information regard- ing the electronic immobilizer...
  • Page 62 OPERATION Remove battery cover 2 and Period in which the en- seal 3. gine must be started. Remove battery 4. Then unlocking must be re- Dispose of the old battery in peated. accordance with legal reg- 30 s ulations. Do not dispose of Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
  • Page 63 Ignition keys can only be The motorcycle's electronic cir- obtained from an authorized cuitry monitors the data stored BMW Motorrad retailer. The in the ignition key through a keys are part of an integrated ring antenna incorporated in safety system, so the retailer the ignition lock.
  • Page 64 OPERATION The engine can be switched Gradient for reverser off easily and quickly using the emergency on/off switch. max 7 % Activating reverser Engine is switched off Operating position Press button 1. Gear indicator switches from REVERSER " " to " ".
  • Page 65 The motorcycle is not de- LIGHTS celerated automatically Parking lights after releasing the starter but- The parking lights come on au- ton and can therefore continue tomatically when the ignition is to roll. switched on. The engine speed lowers to The parking lights are a idle speed again.
  • Page 66 OPERATION Parking lights Switch off the ignition. : for coun- R­hand traffic tries in which the traffic drives Immediately after switching on the right-hand side of the off the ignition, push but- road. ton 1 to left and hold it until : for coun- L­hand traffic the parking lamps come on.
  • Page 67 Press button 1 to switch on Press button 1 to switch on the auxiliary headlight. the hazard warning lights. The telltale light shows. Ignition can be switched off. To switch off the hazard warn- ing lights: If this warning symbol is Turn on ignition and press displayed, the vehicle volt- button 1.
  • Page 68 OPERATION Move button 1 to center posi- MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY tion to switch off turn indica- Selecting a menu tors. Comfort turn indicators The possible menus are called up using button 2, starting with When button 1 is pressed to menu. Pressing but- Info the right or left, the turn indi- ton 2 again will call up the next...
  • Page 69 Position 1 displays the type of An arrow 1 on the upper or menu, the cursor 2 shows the lower edge of the display in- current selection. Each bar 3 dicates that, by turning the represents a selectable menu. Multi-Controller in the corre- The bar of the current menu is sponding direction, you can ac- hidden to depict its position in...
  • Page 70 OPERATION Making a setting Select from a list: Selectable items in a selection Direct selection: If the cursor is placed on a list are indicated by a circle 2. The current selection is indi- menu item that does not re- cated by a dot within the circle.
  • Page 71 tween the values by pressing the Multi-Controller to the right or left. Pressing the Multi-Controller 1 to the left returns you to the next higher menu; pressing the button 2 returns you to MENU Set relative values: the main menu. Settings between two limit To hide the menus, press the values are made using a bar...
  • Page 72 OPERATION up whenever you press the : 6-cylinder logo, Logo Speed button 3. : digital speed indicator ind. : restore fac- Initial state Adapting the display tory defaults (when Reset! Switch on the ignition. appears on the display, press Call up the menu Settings the Multi-Controller to the...
  • Page 73 display is selected or the : tire pres- Tire pressure ignition is turned off. sures With the stopwatch running, : stopwatch Stopwatch : travel times press the Multi-Controller 1 Travel times : current date to the right to stop the stop- Date : vehicle Vehicle volt.
  • Page 74 OPERATION TRIP RECORDER Selecting the trip recorder Switch on the ignition. Press and hold the Multi-Con- troller 1 to the right until the trip recorder 2 is reset. ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM Call up the menu using Trip (DWA) the 1 button and then select the desired trip recorder 2.
  • Page 75 about to transport the motor- locking system and alarm sys- cycle on a train and the sway- tem. ing movement of the moving Switch off ignition. train could trip the alarm), call up the menu be- Settings fore turning off the ignition. Select the Vehicle Sen­...
  • Page 76 OPERATION If the DWA battery is dis- charged all functions remain operational; the only difference is that the alarm cannot be set off if the system is discon- nected from the motorcycle battery. The duration of the alarm is ap- prox.
  • Page 77 LED then signals the reason for See also the other func- the alarm for one minute. tions of the remote con- Light signals on DWA LED: trol for the central locking sys- 1 flash: Motion sensor 1 tem. 2 flashes: Motion sensor 2 If the alarm function is de- 3 flashes: ignition turned on activated using the radio-...
  • Page 78 OPERATION : anti-theft Automatic alarm system must be acti- vated with the remote key after the ignition is turned off. : type of alarm Alarm tone tone. : turn Operating tone signals flash and one tone sounds as confirmation when the anti-theft alarm system is Select to turn...
  • Page 79 One-up with luggage Two-up (with luggage) Select desired load variant. The chassis and suspension are set according to the se- lection and the Dynamic ESA display is adapted to the new The damping is displayed in setting. The symbols for load- the multifunction display in ing and damping are shown area 1, and spring preload is...
  • Page 80 OPERATION ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Switching on the adaptive cruise control The current setting is shown at position 2; each time the button is pressed one of the possible riding modes is shown Slide switch 1 to the right. at position 3. Button 2 can be operated.
  • Page 81 The motorcycle maintains Decreasing speed your current cruising speed and the setting is saved. Accelerating Briefly press button 2 back- ward. The speed is decreased by 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time Briefly press button 2 for- the button is pressed. ward.
  • Page 82 OPERATION Resuming former cruising Switching off the adaptive speed cruise control Briefly push button 2 back Push switch 1 to the left. The system is switched off. to return to the speed saved Button 2 is locked. beforehand. Cruise control is not de- HILL START CONTROL activated by accelerating.
  • Page 83 tomatic Hill Start Control Pro is turned on. Hill Start Control Pro is now deactivated. For more information on Hill Start Control Pro, see Chap- ter "Technology in detail" 143). Turning automatic Hill Start Apply brake lever 1 firmly and Control Pro on and off then release.
  • Page 84 OPERATION Start Control Pro is activated with anti-theft alarm system automatically. (DWA) To turn off automatic Hill The functions of the remote Start Control Pro, select control for the anti-theft alarm The selected setting is re- system are described in the tained even after the ignition corresponding chapter.
  • Page 85 Emergency unlocking One sound signal is issued. Turn off the ignition within with central locking system ten seconds. If the central locking system Press button 2 on the remote can no longer be opened, you control three times. can open the cases and top- One sound signal is issued.
  • Page 86 OPERATION four remote controls have been registered. if you have logged on the first remote key and then do not press a button within approxi- mately 30 seconds. Synchronizing the remote controls with central locking system Hold down buttons 1 and 2. with anti-theft alarm system LED 3 flashes for about ten (DWA)
  • Page 87 The LED on the remote con- trol lights up; the remote con- trol has to be synchronized. Open lid of battery compart- ment 1. Dispose of the old battery in accordance with legal reg- Press button 1 twice. ulations. Do not dispose of LED 3 flashes for a few sec- the battery in the household onds.
  • Page 88 OPERATION SEAT HEATING Rider's seat heating Start engine. Seat heating can be acti- vated only when the en- gine is running. Call up the Seat heating menu. The grips have five-stage heat- ing. Stage five is for heating the grips quickly. It is advisable to switch back to a lower stage as soon as the grips are warm.
  • Page 89 Symbol 1 appears on the The passenger seat has two- display, indicating that the seat stage heating. The second heating is ON. stage is used for heating the seat quickly. It is advisable to If this warning symbol is switch back to the first stage displayed, the vehicle volt- as soon as the seat is warm.
  • Page 90 OPERATION If this warning symbol is Installing seat displayed, the vehicle volt- age is low. If applicable, the seat heating might have been temporarily switched off. SEAT Removing seat Connect seat heating plug connection 2. Open left case. Actuate unlocking mecha- nism 1 and raise seat at rear.
  • Page 91 Close case Turn the key in the case lock from LOCK to the position Pull release lever 2 all the way indicated by the dot. Close case lid. Ensure that no items are trapped between cover and case. The case can also be locked if the lock is in the LOCK position.
  • Page 92 OPERATION Pull the release lever all the Payload per case way up and open the lid of the topcase. max 22 lbs (max 10 kg) Close topcase TOPCASE Open topcase with central locking system Open the central locking sys- tem, if necessary. Pull release lever 2 all the way Close topcase lid and hold it down.
  • Page 93 Maximum speed when ATTENTION riding with a loaded topcase High temperatures in the storage compartments, es- max 81 mph (max pecially in summer 130 km/h) Damage to objects housed Payload of Topcase here, particularly electronic devices such as cellular max 22 lbs (max 10 kg) phones and MP3 players Refer to the operating in- STORAGE COMPARTMENTS...
  • Page 94 AUDIO SYSTEM...
  • Page 95 GENERAL OPERATION RADIO SATELLITE RADIO EXTERNAL DEVICES...
  • Page 96 AUDIO SYSTEM GENERAL OPERATION Multifunction display Text field Audio source ( Symbol for the audio source Playback mode (depends on audio source) Mute (MUTE) (...
  • Page 97 Audio system storage compartment Lock Storage compartment for audio systems and mobile phone Connection for USB con- nector and 3.5 mm jack 103)
  • Page 98 AUDIO SYSTEM button and hold it down until Switching on audio system the audio system switches off. Switch on ignition. If the audio system was Select audio source switched on before switching off the ignition, the system is automatically switched on again.
  • Page 99 Adjusting the volume Mute (MUTE) Turn Multi-Controller 1 in di- Press the ON button. All sound output is switched rection A to increase volume. Turn Multi-Controller 1 in di- off. The speaker symbol ap- rection B to increase volume. pears on the display. Press the ON button again to turn mute off.
  • Page 100 AUDIO SYSTEM Volume and speed : speakers on. : speakers off. The audio system can auto- matically adapt the volume to Adjusting sound settings the speed of the motorcycle. Call up the menu Settings The rate at which the volume and select the Audio increases in relation to vehi-...
  • Page 101 FM, AM and WB. wise the stations not found up Saving stations to that point cannot be taken The BMW Motorrad audio sys- into account. tem has 24 station memory The twelve stations with the slots for each frequency band.
  • Page 102 AUDIO SYSTEM Searching for station manually Manually storing stations Selecting the band ( 95). Select a station or frequency from the frequency band. It is also possible to select stations from the system memory or the personal mem- ory and then move them to a different slot in the personal memory.
  • Page 103 The current assignment of this memory slot flashes in the display. appears at position 1 and the active memory slot appears at position 2. To select a station from per- Press MEM button again to sonal memory, repeatedly save station/frequency to se- press the MODE button un- lected memory slot.
  • Page 104 Subscribing to a station can : Switch RDS on or off generate costs not borne by Select the desired menu item, BMW Motorrad. make the adjustment and Information on the available leave the menu. channels can be retrieved from www.sirius.com or Radio Data System (RDS) www.siriusxm.com.
  • Page 105 Multifunction display Good signal Very good signal Selecting station information Call up the menu Settings and select Audio Sirius Sirius Info Sirius radio audio source Playback mode: SR: Play a channel from the personal list of presets 102) CAT: Play a channel from the list of categories 100) Text field for selectable...
  • Page 106 AUDIO SYSTEM Selecting category and channel A list of the categories corre- sponding to the channels for If the audio system is in the which a subscription has been playback mode ( paid appears on the display. Preset in the display) or if you want All channels for which no sub- scription has been taken out to change the category: press...
  • Page 107 If the audio system is already Press Multi-Controller 1 in playback mode: direction A or B to select de- Genre press multi-controller 1 in di- sired memory location. The current assignment of rection A or B to go to the this memory slot flashes in next station in the category the display.
  • Page 108 AUDIO SYSTEM Calling stored station The list of memory slots ap- If the audio system is in the pears on the display. playback mode ( Genre The solid circle indicates the showing on the display): current selection. press the MODE button. Select the memory slot you want.
  • Page 109 " " CALL 888­539 ­SIRI To subscribe to this station, the hotline must be called. Sirius Hotline: 1.888.539.7474 " " INVALID CHANNEL The stations is no longer valid. " " LINKING Signal is being searched for. If the audio system is already "...
  • Page 110 92). ATTENTION Increased mechanical stress- ing of unsuitable audio de- vices Component damage, no liabil- ity for BMW Motorrad Refer to the operating in- structions of your audio de- vice for any possible usage Connect the USB device to restrictions.
  • Page 112 SETTING...
  • Page 113 MIRRORS WINDSHIELD WIND DEFLECTION WING CLUTCH BRAKES...
  • Page 114 The windshield does not re- spond to pressing the button 1: Please contact a specialist workshop, preferably an au- thorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Press top button 1 to raise the windshield. Press bottom button 1 to lower the windshield.
  • Page 115 Clutch system cannot be ensured if a windshield that has not been WARNING approved by BMW Motorrad has been installed. Modified position of the In this case: Ensure the clear- clutch fluid reservoir ance of the windshield before...
  • Page 116 SETTING Position 1: smallest distance between handlebar grip and clutch lever. Position 4: largest distance between handlebar grip and clutch lever. BRAKES Adjust brake lever Turn adjusting wheel 1 into desired position. WARNING The adjustment wheel can Modified position of the be turned more easily if brake fluid reservoir you press the handbrake lever...
  • Page 118 RIDING...
  • Page 119 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGULAR CHECK STARTING BREAKING IN BRAKES PARKING YOUR MOTORCYCLE REFUELING SECURING MOTORCYCLE FOR TRANSPORTATION...
  • Page 120 Your authorized rotating vehicle parts. BMW Motorrad retailer will be Keep luggage items as well happy to advise you and has as tension belts and lash- the correct clothing for every ing straps away from open, purpose.
  • Page 121 Make sure that weight is uni- As it is only possible to formly distributed between brake at the brake lever, right and left. observe the maximum speed Pack heavy pieces of luggage for trips with running boards: and cargo as low and as close Risk of poisoning to the center of the motorcy- Exhaust gas contains carbon...
  • Page 122 RIDING Burn hazard ATTENTION CAUTION Unburned fuel in the cat- Intense heating up of engine alytic converter Damage to catalytic converter and exhaust system while Note the points listed for riding protection of the catalytic Burn hazard After parking the motorcy- converter.
  • Page 123 REGULAR CHECK STARTING Observe checklist Starting engine Use the following checklist Switch on the ignition. Pre-Ride Check in progress. to check your motorcycle at 118) regular intervals. ABS self-diagnosis is being Always before riding off performed. ( 118) Check operation of the brake DTC self-diagnosis is per- system.
  • Page 124 The self-diagnosis rou- and warning lights of the ABS, tine checks whether the the ASC, the universal warning BMW Motorrad Integral ABS light and the indicators. The is ready for operation. The logo is shown in the display self-diagnosis routine launches during this.
  • Page 125 It must be noted The self-diagnosis routine that the DTC function is not is determining whether available. BMW Motorrad DTC is Have the malfunction cor- ready for operation. The rected as soon as possible self-diagnosis routine runs at an authorized service facil-...
  • Page 126 RIDING erting greater pressure on the BREAKING IN brake levers. Engine While running in the motorcy- WARNING cle, vary the throttle opening and engine-speed range fre- New brake pads Extension of the braking dis- quently; avoid driving for long tance, accident hazard periods at a constant speed.
  • Page 127 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS BRAKES prevents the front wheel from How do you achieve the locking. shortest braking distance? Brake force display The dynamic load distribution If the rider brakes heavily, the between the front and rear turn signal lamps are turned on...
  • Page 128 RIDING WARNING WARNING Failure to observe mainte- Poorer braking action due to nance intervals moisture and dirt Accident hazard Accident hazard Comply with the mainte- Brake until brakes are dry or nance intervals applicable clean; clean if necessary. Brake early until the full for the brakes.
  • Page 129 ceed those limits through mis- judgments or riding errors. In ATTENTION extreme cases this my result in Loading of the side stand a fall. with additional weight Use on public roads Component damage cause by ABS Pro helps make riding tipping over your motorcycle on public Do not sit on the motorcy-...
  • Page 130 Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer can ATTENTION provide you with more detailed Refueling with leaded fuel information. Damage to catalytic converter...
  • Page 131 Refueling procedure WARNING Fuel is highly flammable Fire and explosion hazard Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank. WARNING ATTENTION Escaping of fuel due to ex- Contact of fuel and plastic pansion under exposure to surfaces heat with overfilled fuel tank Damage to surfaces (become...
  • Page 132 RIDING After the ignition is Reserve fuel quantity switched off, the fuel filler cap can be opened within the Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) specified run-on time even Press fuel tank cap down without the radio-operated key firmly to close. being within the reception area.
  • Page 133 Version 2 higher than lower edge of fuel filler neck. with Keyless Ride If refueling is carried out Requirement after running on fuel re- After run-on time expires serve, the resulting filling ca- Bring radio-operated key into pacity must be greater than the reception range.
  • Page 134 Fuel filler cap is closed. The fuel filler cap cannot be opened. Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer. Position the emergency re- lease 2. Install screws 1. SECURING MOTORCYCLE...
  • Page 135 ATTENTION ATTENTION Motorcycle tips to the side Improper placement of the when raising tensioning straps Component damage cause by Damage to brake lines, ca- tipping over bles, bearings and trim panels Secure the motorcycle Route tensioning straps against tipping to the carefully.
  • Page 136 RIDING Do not pull the tensioning straps over the footrests. Tighten all tensioning straps evenly.
  • Page 138 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL...
  • Page 139 GENERAL NOTES ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) ELECTRONIC CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION ADJUST- MENT (D-ESA) RIDING MODE TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL (RDC) GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT HILL START CONTROL ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING...
  • Page 140 The BMW Motorrad Integral stability is lost, and a fall can ABS adapts the braking force result. Before this situation distribution between the front...
  • Page 141 WARNING How is the BMW Motorrad Lifting off of the rear wheel Integral ABS noticeable to the due to heavy braking rider? Accident hazard...
  • Page 142 At lower speeds, riod, for example while de- the BMW Motorrad ABS cannot scending on a loose surface. provide optimal support on all surfaces due to system Should a fault code result due limitations.
  • Page 143 Further development of ABS is increasingly limited at the to ABS Pro start of braking. This results in In the past, the BMW Motorrad a slower pressure buildup. In ABS system provided for addition, the pressure modu- a very high level of safety...
  • Page 144 What is the design baseline eration potential is also pro- for BMW Motorrad DTC? gressively restricted by the BMW Motorrad DTC is de- laws of physics. This can result signed as an assistant system in reduced acceleration when for the rider and for use on coming out of very tight curves.
  • Page 145 This ing properly. The chassis and case cannot be controlled by suspension cannot be adjusted the BMW Motorrad DTC. while the system is being cali- brated.
  • Page 146 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL RAIN RIDING MODE The engine output is only par- Selection tially available. Power increase Three riding modes allow the when you open the throttle is motorcycle's characteristics to reserved, engine response is adapt to the prevailing weather correspondingly soft.
  • Page 147 til the riding mode has been DYNAMIC The DYNAMIC mode is the switched over. sportiest mode. TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL Power increase and engine (RDC) response are the same as in ROAD mode. However, the with tire pressure monitor driver's request is implemented (TPM) much more directly.
  • Page 148 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL temperature as well as in re- tifunction display. The tester sponse to driving style and trip at the filling station indicates duration. 36 psi (2.5 bar). This value The tire pressures are shown must be increased by 3 psi temperature-compensated in (0.2 bar) to 39 psi (2.7 bar) in the multifunction display;...
  • Page 149 throttle to obtain the correct sistant during gear changes engine speed. made using the clutch. Shifting times are faster than Downshifts when the clutch is used to Downshifts are assisted up to change gears. the speed at which the engine For the system to detect the reaches maximum rpm in the rider's intention to change gear,...
  • Page 150 TECHNOLOGY IN DETAIL pressure builds up in the rear with the rear wheel locked up, brake system so that the mo- for example. torcycle remains stationary on a Releasing the brake when sloping surface. stopping the engine The brake pressure in the The Hill Start Control Pro is de- brake system depends on the activated when the engine is...
  • Page 151 ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING with Adaptive Lights How does the adaptive front lighting work? The standard installed dimming unit in the headlight consists of a centrally arranged, movable xenon projection module with reflection mirror. Ride height sensors at the front and rear wheel suspension provide data for ongoing headlight distance control.
  • Page 152 MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 153 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD VEHICLE TOOL KIT FRONT-WHEEL STAND ENGINE OIL BRAKE SYSTEM CLUTCH COOLANT TIRES WHEEL RIMS AND TIRES WHEELS LIGHT SOURCE JUMP-STARTING BATTERY FUSES DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET...
  • Page 154 ( 165). specialized knowledge are re- Removing the license quired to carry out some of the plate carrier. work described here. If you are in doubt, consult a special- ist workshop, preferably your authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.
  • Page 155 Use locating pins 3 to set front wheel stand to desired ATTENTION height. Center the front-wheel stand Use of BMW Motorrad front relative to the front wheel and wheel stand without addi- push it against the front axle. tional center or auxiliary...
  • Page 156 MAINTENANCE Tighten the retaining ENGINE OIL screws 1. Checking engine oil level WARNING Engine oil level too low Risk of accident due to en- gine seizure Always make sure that the oil level is correct. ATTENTION ATTENTION Misinterpretation of the oil Lifting off the center stand if filling quantity, as the oil the motorcycle is raised too...
  • Page 157 If oil level is above MAX mark: Have oil level corrected at a specialist workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Remove the oil dipstick 1 and Install oil level dipstick. clean using a dry cloth. Topping up engine oil...
  • Page 158 MAINTENANCE Have the brakes checked at an authorized workshop, ATTENTION preferably an authorized Use of too little or too much BMW Motorrad retailer. engine oil Check front brake pad Engine damage thickness Always make sure that the Make sure ground is level and oil level is correct.
  • Page 159 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm) yond their minimum thick- (Only friction material without ness. carrier plate. The wear mark- Have the brake pads replaced ings (grooves) must not be at an authorized service facil- reached.) ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 160 Make sure that brake fluid BMW Motorrad dealer. is used from a sealed con- tainer only. Make sure ground is level and firm and hold motorcycle ver- tically.
  • Page 161 If brake fluid level falls below the approved level: Have defect corrected as soon as possible by an au- thorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking the rear brake fluid level Check brake fluid level in front brake-fluid reservoir 1.
  • Page 162 Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by a BMW authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. CLUTCH Check brake fluid level at Check clutch function brake fluid reservoir for rear Pull back the clutch lever.
  • Page 163 Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho- Rear tire pressure rized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (One-up tailer. and two-up riding with load; with cold tires)
  • Page 164 BMW Motorrad has ity, preferably an authorized tested and approved certain BMW Motorrad retailer. tire brands as roadworthy. BMW Motorrad cannot evaluate Checking tire tread depth the suitability of any other tires, and can therefore take no WARNING responsibility for their riding Riding with heavily worn safety.
  • Page 165 If you want to equip your motorcycle with different wheels, please contact a specialist service facility, preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer. In some cases the data stored in the control units can be adapted for the new wheel sizes.
  • Page 166 Raise front of motorcy- when pressing the brake pads cle, preferably using a apart BMW Motorrad front wheel Do not actuate the brakes stand, continuing until the with the brake caliper re- wheel rotates freely.
  • Page 167 Remove right-hand axle specialized workshop, clamping screw 2. preferably an authorized Remove quick-release axle 3 BMW Motorrad retailer. while supporting wheel. Roll front wheel forward to remove it. ATTENTION Front wheel installation op- posite the running direction...
  • Page 168 MAINTENANCE Roll the front wheel into the front suspension. Insert ABS sensor into the bore and install screw 1. Wheel speed sensor on Lift the front wheel and install the front suspension/ the quick-release axle 3 using rear brake caliper an appropriate torque.
  • Page 169 Removing the rear wheel Park the motorcycle securely. Ensure that the ground is firm and level. Clip retaining clip 1 of the sensor cable to the brake line. Secure new cable tie 2. Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim. Remove screws 1. Press handbrake lever firmly Folding up the license-plate a number of times until resis-...
  • Page 170 Tightening sequence: Tighten Tightening of screwed crosswise connections with incorrect tightening torque 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) Damage or loosening of screwed connections Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 171 Folding down the license- Turn wind deflection wing 1 plate carrier 1. out. Install screws 2. Remove screw 2 and work side cover 3 to the rear and Splash guard at the rear remove. wheel cover 1 lb/ft (2 Nm) LIGHT SOURCE Replacing high beam light source...
  • Page 172 MAINTENANCE with audio system US version with navigation preparation Remove screws 3 and remove mount 4. Remove screws 1. Work speaker unit 2 to the rear to remove. Turn on ignition and raise windshield to its highest posi- tion. Remove screw 1. Disconnect plug connec- Remove screw 2 and work tion 3.
  • Page 173 Disconnect plug 2. Install bulb 4 while ensuring correct position of lug 5. Insert spring clip 3. Release spring clip 3 at left and right and swing it up. Remove bulb 4. Connect plug 2. Replace defective light source. Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W To protect the glass against...
  • Page 174 MAINTENANCE with audio system US version Speaker on the bracket/ with navigation preparation upper section of fairing 2 lb/ft (2.5 Nm) Turn on ignition and raise windshield to its highest posi- tion until the stop. Connect plug connection 3. Attach the hand guard 3 and hook into guides (arrows).
  • Page 175 For details please contact three lugs are firmly seated in a BMW authorized work- the mount. shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Replace additional LED headlight with additional headlight The auxiliary LED headlight can only be replaced as a complete unit.
  • Page 176 Please contact a specialist service facility for this pur- pose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Replace LED tail light Pull the socket 1 out of the The LED tail light can only be license plate light 2.
  • Page 177 ATTENTION Current too high when jump- starting the motorcycle Cable fire or damage to the motorcycle electronics Do not jump-start the mo- torcycle using the power socket, only via the battery Insert the socket 1 into the terminal. license plate light 2. ATTENTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and mo-...
  • Page 178 MAINTENANCE Allow engine on support mo- BATTERY torcycle to run while jump- Maintenance instructions starting. Correct battery maintenance Begin by clamping one end of combined with proper charg- the red jumper cable to the ing and storage procedures ex- positive terminal of the dis- tends the battery's service life, charged battery and clamping and is also required for war-...
  • Page 179 BMW Motorrad has de- veloped a trickle-charger ATTENTION specially designed for com- A fully discharged battery patibility with the electronics must be charged via a of your motorcycle. Using this power socket or extra charger, you can keep the bat- socket.
  • Page 180 MAINTENANCE Comply with operating in- structions of charger. If you are unable to charge the battery via the onboard socket, you may be using a charger that is not compatible with your motorcycle's electronics. In this case, charge the battery Remove screw 1.
  • Page 181 Remove the negative battery with anti-theft alarm system cable 1. (DWA) Detach the protective cap 2 Switch on the anti-theft alarm and remove the positive bat- system. tery cable 3. Switch on the ignition. Lift the battery up and out; Set time and date in menu use tilting movements in the Settings...
  • Page 182 Central locking system fective fuse. If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Fasten fuse connector 1. Installing battery cover 175). Installing seat ( 84).
  • Page 183 Unplug the diagnostic connec- DIAGNOSTIC SOCKET tor 2 from the seat bracket 3. Removing the diagnostic The diagnosis and informa- connector tion system interface can be connected at the diagnostic CAUTION connector 2. Incorrect procedure followed Secure the data link connector when disconnecting the data Disconnect the diagnosis and link connector for the On-...
  • Page 184 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 185 GENERAL NOTES ONBOARD POWER SOCKETS NAVIGATION DEVICE...
  • Page 186 Safety risk country. BMW Motorrad cannot ex- Note the information on the amine or test each product importance of wheel sizes for of outside origin to ensure suspension control systems that it can be used on or 158).
  • Page 187 The power sockets are also NAVIGATION DEVICE switched off during starting Install navigation device operation and if the maximum with audio system US version load capacity specified in the with navigation preparation technical data is exceeded. with navigation system If multiple onboard power Switch on the ignition.
  • Page 188 ACCESSORIES Pull slot cover up as far as it will go. Initially insert the navigation device into mount 5, then press it into detent 6. Operate latch 3, pull the nav- Check that the navigation de- igation device forward out of vice is secure in the cradle.
  • Page 189 The control options for the nav- Integration of the igation device are shown. BMW Motorrad Naviga- : you can page from View tors has produced a number view to view; the choices of deviations for a few...
  • Page 190 (Garmin Lock). If this function the display. is activated, while the Navigator The BMW Motorrad audio sys- is cradled on the motorcycle tem is unable to receive paid and the ignition is switched subscription traffic information.
  • Page 192 CARE...
  • Page 193 CARE PRODUCTS WASHING YOUR MOTORCYCLE CLEANING SENSITIVE MOTORCYCLE PARTS PAINT CARE PROTECTIVE WAX COATING STORING THE MOTORCYCLE PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO OPERATION...
  • Page 194 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 195 Fairings and panels to hydraulic brake system, to Clean trim panel components the electrical system and the with water and BMW Motorrad seat solvent cleaner. Exercise caution when using Windshields and lenses are high-pressure or steam-jet manufactured in plastic devices.
  • Page 196 CARE particularly important in the PAINT CARE case of road salt. Washing the motorcycle reg- Use BMW Motorrad metal pol- ularly will help counteract the ish for additional treatment. long-term effects of substances Radiator that damage the paint, espe- Clean the radiator regularly to...
  • Page 197 BMW Motorrad). painted surface. BMW Motorrad recommends PUTTING THE MOTORCYCLE BMW Motorrad high gloss pol- INTO OPERATION ish or agents that contain car- Remove the protective wax nauba or synthetic wax to pro- coating.
  • Page 198 TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 199 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 RADIO EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES SPEAKER...
  • Page 200 TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine does not start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not Place transmission in neutral or disengaged disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 125). Battery drained Charge battery.
  • Page 201 SCREW CONNECTIONS Front wheel Value Valid Front brake caliper at wheel carrier M8 x 30 - 10.9 21 lb/ft (28 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-release axle to wheel carrier M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Quick-release axle in threaded bush (wheel carrier) M24 x 1,5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
  • Page 202 TECHNICAL DATA Wind deflector Value Valid Wind deflector on the wind deflector base plate M5 x 20 1 lb/ft (2 Nm)
  • Page 203 Approx. 1.2 gal (Approx. 4.5 l), with filter replacement Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL/ JASO MA2, Additives (for instance, molybdenum- based substances) are prohibited, because they would attack the coatings on engine components, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. BMW recommends...
  • Page 204 TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE Engine number location Above oil filler neck Engine type 166EA Engine design Transverse in-line six cylinder four-stroke engine with four valves per cylinder and two overhead camshafts; liquid cooling, electronic fuel injec- tion, integral six-speed cas- sette gearbox, dry-sump lubri- cation.
  • Page 205 REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear-wheel guide Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad par- alever Number of teeth in bevel gears 2.750 (12:33) (gear ratio) FRAME Frame design...
  • Page 206 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever Design of the front-wheel Central suspension strut with suspension electrically adjustable damping. Spring travel, front 4.5 in (115 mm), on wheel Rear wheel Design of rear-wheel Central spring strut with coil...
  • Page 207 Rear wheel Type of rear wheel brake Hydraulically operated disk brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed brake disk Rear brake pad material Organic Rear brake disc thickness 0.22 in (5.5 mm), New min 0.19 in (min 4.9 mm), Wear limit Blow-by clearance of foot- min 0.04 in (min 1 mm), Mea- brake lever...
  • Page 208 TECHNICAL DATA Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cast aluminum Rear-wheel rim size 6.00" x 17" Rear tire designation 190/55 ZR 17 Load index for rear tire At least 75 Rear wheel load at unloaded 428 lbs (194 kg) vehicle weight Permissible rear wheel load max 811 lbs (max 368 kg) Permissible rear-wheel imbal-...
  • Page 209 Light sources Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulbs for low-beam headlight Xenon D1S 12 V 35 W Bulb for parking light LED ring light Bulb for taillight/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indica- tors Bulbs for flashing turn indica- tors, rear Light source for license plate W5W 12 V 5 W...
  • Page 210 TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Motorcycle length 100.8 in (2560 mm), over topcase Motorcycle height 56.7...61.4 in (1440...1560 mm), over windshield, at DIN unloaded vehicle weight Motorcycle width 39.4 in (1000 mm) Front-seat height 29.5 in (750 mm), without rider at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with seat, high 30.7 in (780 mm), without...
  • Page 211 WEIGHTS Unloaded vehicle weight 802 lbs (364 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90% full tank of gas, without addi- tional OE Gross vehicle weight 1235 lbs (560 kg) Maximum payload 432 lbs (196 kg) PERFORMANCE DATA Maximum speed 101 mph (162 km/h) Maximum speed when riding max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)
  • Page 212 TECHNICAL DATA SPEAKER Impedance 4 Ω Output power 15 W, RMS, per speaker unit Frequency range 2.402...2.480 GHz...
  • Page 214 SERVICE...
  • Page 215 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS BMW MOTORRAD SERVICE BMW MOTORRAD ELECTRONIC SERVICE HISTORY (ESH) BMW MOTORRAD MOBILITY SERVICES MAINTENANCE WORK MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATIONS SERVICE CONFIRMATIONS...
  • Page 216 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 217 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 218 MAINTENANCE WORK Service Manual. 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 over the vehicle to you.
  • Page 219 The service information on the multifunction display reminds you of the next service date, which is approx. one month or 621 miles (1000 km) before reaching the input values. More information on the topic of service is available at: bmw-motorrad.com/service The required scope of mainte- nance work for your motorcycle can be found in the following...
  • Page 220 SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BMW Running-in check annually or every (including oil change) 6000 miles (10000 km) BMW Service Standard (whichever comes first) Scope annually or ev- Engine oil change with fil- ery 12000 miles (20000 km) (whichever Replace air cleaner insert comes first) Check valve clearance for the first time after one...
  • Page 221 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 Draining the oil condensate hose Visual inspection of the brake lines, brake hoses, and connec-...
  • Page 222 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 223 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 224 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 225 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 226 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 227 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 228 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 229 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 230 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 231 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 232 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 233 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 234 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 Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Oil change in rear bevel gears Changing brake fluid in entire system Stamp, signature Information...
  • Page 235 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 236 SERVICE Work performed Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 238 CERTIFICATE FOR ELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CERTIFICATE FOR REMOTE CONTROL CERTIFICATE FOR KEYLESS RIDE CERTIFICATE FOR TIRE PRESSURE CONTROL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR ANTI-THEFT ALARM CERTIFICATE FOR AUDIO SYSTEM...
  • Page 239 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 240 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 241 Certifications Remote Control for central locking system Eesti Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. English Hereby, Meta System S.p.A., declares that this PF240009 is in Česky compliance with the essential Meta System S.p.A.
  • Page 242 Français Magyar Par la présente Meta System S.p.A. Alulírott, Meta System S.p.A. déclare que l'appareil PF240009 nyilatkozom, hogy a PF240009 est conforme aux exigences megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ essentielles et aux autres követelményeknek és az 1999/5/ dispositions pertinentes de la EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
  • Page 243 Svenska Härmed intygar Meta System S.p.A. att denna PF240009 står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/ Íslenska Hér með lýsir Meta System S.p.A. yfir því að PF240009 er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í...
  • Page 244 Declaration Of Conformity R&TTE Declaration Of Conformity (DoC) 0470 Meta System S.p.A. with the address: Via Majakovskij 10 b/c/ d/e 42124 Reggio Emilia –Italy Declare Under own responsibility that the product: TX BMW MR To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC).
  • Page 245 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 246 USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Argentina: H-17115...
  • Page 247 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.
  • Page 248 The product is Iabeted with the CE marking: Velbert, October 15 th , 2013 Benjamin A. Müller Product Development Systems Car Access and Immobilization - Electronics Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert...
  • Page 249 Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 Le présent appareil est conforme of the FCC Rules and with aux CNR d'Industrie Canada Industry Canada license-exempt applicables aux appareils radio RSS standard(s).
  • Page 250 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment anti-theft alarm Belgium (DWA) Le soussigné, Meta System S.p.A., déclare que l'équipement Simplified EU Declaration of radioélectrique du type Conformity acc. Radio Equip- TXBMWMR est conforme à la ment Directive 2014/53/EU directive 2014/53/UE. after 12.06.2016 and during Le texte complet de la déclaration transition period UE de conformité...
  • Page 251 Czech Republic Estonia Tímto Meta System S.p.A. Käesolevaga deklareerib Meta prohlašuje, že typ rádiového System S.p.A., et käesolev zařízení TXBMWMR je v souladu raadioseadme tüüp TXBMWMR se směrnicí 2014/53/EU. vastab direktiivi 2014/53/EL Úplné znění EU prohlášení o nõuetele. shodě je k dispozici na této ELi vastavusdeklaratsiooni täielik internetové...
  • Page 252 Hungary France Le soussigné, Meta System S.p.A., Meta System S.p.A. igazolja, hogy a TXBMWMR típusú déclare que l'équipement radioélectrique du type rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EU irányelvnek. TXBMWMR est conforme à la directive 2014/53/U 5 3 E Az EU-megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövege elérhető a Le texte complet de la déclaration UE de conformité...
  • Page 253 Netherlands Lithuania Hierbij verklaar ik, Meta System Aš, Meta System S.p.A., patvirtinu, S.p.A., dat het type kad radijo įrenginių tipas radioapparatuur TXBMWMR TXBMWMR atitinka Direktyvą conform is met Richtlijn 2014/53/ES. 2014/53/EU. Visas ES atitikties deklaracijos De volledige tekst van de EU- tekstas prieinamas šiuo interneto conformiteitsverklaring kan adresu: https://...
  • Page 254 Romania Prin prezenta, Meta System S.p.A. declară că tipul de echipamente radio TXBMWMR este în conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE. Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate este disponibil la următoarea adresă internet: https:// docs.metasystem.it/ Sweden Härmed försäkrar Meta System S.p.A. att denna typ av radioutrustning TXBMWMR överensstämmer med direktiv 2014/53/EU.
  • Page 255 Declaration of Conformity Radio equipment audio system Product name: 9443643 Model name: K48/K52/K61 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 256 INDEX Brake fluid Abbreviations and symbols, 4 Check front fluid level, 154 Checking the rear fluid Indicator and warning level, 155 lights, 44 Front reservoir, 15 Self-diagnosis, 118 Rear reservoir, 15 Technology in detail, 134 Brake pads Accessories Checking front, 152 General notes, 180 Checking rear, 153 Adaptive front lighting, 145...
  • Page 257 Clutch Engine Adjusting handlebar Starting, 117 lever, 109 Technical data, 198 Checking function, 156 Warning light for electronic Technical data, 198 engine management, 37 Coolant Engine oil Checking level, 156 Checking fill level, 150 Filling level indicator, 15 Electronic oil-level check, 37 Overtemperature warning Oil filler opening, 15 indicator, 36...
  • Page 258 INDEX Bulb defective, 42 Gearshift assistant, 142 Central locking, 44 Technology in detail, 142 Coolant temperature, 36 Display, 28 DTC, 45 Handlebar operating unit Electronic engine manage- Position on the vehicle, 16 Hazard warning flasher ment, 37 Operating element, 18 Electronic immobilizer, 35 Operation, 61 Engine oil level, 38...
  • Page 259 Motorcycle Light sources Care, 186 High beam, 165 Cleaning, 186 Replace additional LED Lashing down, 128 headlight, 169 Parking, 123 Replace LED tail light, 170 Putting into operation, 191 Replacing the LED turn Storage, 191 indicator, 170 Multifunction display, 16, 21 Replacing the low-beam Meaning of symbols, 25 headlight light source, 169...
  • Page 260 INDEX Overviews Riding mode Display with satellite radio, 99 Adjusting, 73 Indicator and warning Technology in detail, 140 lights, 24 Instrument cluster, 21 Safety information Left side of vehicle, 14 On braking, 121 Left-side multifunction On riding, 114 switch, 18 Satellite radio Multifunction display, 27 Availability, 98...
  • Page 261 Spring preload Running in, 120 Adjusting, 72 Technical data, 201 Start, 117 Topcase Operating element, 19 Operation, 86 Steering lock Torques, 195 Locking, 52 Transmission Technical data, 199 Storage compartment, 91 Troubleshooting chart, 194 Operation, 87 Turn signals Switching off, 123 Operating element, 18 Symbols Operation, 61...
  • Page 262 INDEX Windshield Adjusting, 108 Operating element, 18...
  • Page 263 80788 Munich, Germany servicing your vehicle. Reprints and duplication of For more information visit: this work, in whole or part, www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ are prohibited without the passenger-vehicle express written approval of BMW Motorrad, Aftersales. Original Rider's Manual, printed in Germany.
  • Page 264 Important data for refueling: Fuel Recommended fuel quality Regular unleaded (max. 15 % ethanol, E15) min 87 AKI (min 91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l) Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Tire inflation pressure Front tire pressure 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and...
  • Page 265 Huomioi seuraavat seikat käyttöohjeen lisäksi. MERKNAD Feil batterier i bilnøkkelen kan skade bilnøkkelen. Det er VAROITUS fare for materielle skader. Bytt ut utladet batteri kun med Auton avaimessa on nappiparisto. Paristot tai nappiparistot et batteri med samme spenning, størrelse og voivat joutua nieluun ja johtaa kahden tunnin sisällä...
  • Page 266 Suplimentar faţă de manualul de utilizare, respectaţi UPOZORNĚNÍ următoarele. Nevhodné baterie v klíči vozidla mohou klíč vozidla poškodit. Hrozí nebezpečí hmotných škod. Vybitou baterii AVERTIZARE vyměňte pouze za baterii se stejným napětím, stejnými Cheia autovehiculului conţine o baterie sub forma unui rozměry a stejnou specifikací.
  • Page 267 A kezelési útmutató mellett vegye figyelembe a Poleg navodil za uporabo upoštevajte še naslednje. következőket. OPOZORILO FIGYELMEZTETÉS Avtomobilski ključ ima gumbasto celico kot baterijo. V A járműkulcs egy gombelemmel működik. Az elemek, primeru, če pride do zaužitja baterije ali gumbaste celice, illetve a gombelemek lenyelhetők, és két órán belül súlyos lahko to v dveh urah povzroči resne telesne poškodbe ali vagy halálos sérüléseket okozhatnak, például belső...
  • Page 268 Please note the following in addition to the information Zusätzlich zur Betriebsanleitung folgendes beachten. provided in the Owner's Handbook. WARNING WARNUNG Der Fahrzeugschlüssel enthält als Batterie eine Knopfzelle. he battery inside the vehicle key is a button cell. Batteries Batterien oder Knopfzellen können verschluckt werden und or button cells can be swallowed, causing serious or even innerhalb von zwei Stunden zu schweren oder tödlichen fatal injuries within two hours, e.g.