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S 1000 RR

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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad Rider's Manual S 1000 RR...
  • Page 2: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3: Welcome To Bmw

    If you have questions concern- About this Rider's Manual ing your vehicle, your authorised Please read this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly carefully before starting to use provide advice and assistance. your new BMW. It contains im- We hope you will enjoy riding...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 3 Status indicators ..25 Cruise-control system ..60 Indicator and warning Speed warning ....62 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 SETUP MENU ... . 115 BMW Motorrad (DTC) ..... 150 SETUP DDC-SYS .
  • Page 6 Riding specifications ..221 13 Service ....223 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 224 BMW Motorrad Service history ..... 224 BMW Motorrad Mobility services .
  • Page 7: General Instructions

    General instructions Overview ......6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment .
  • Page 8: Abbreviations And Symbols

    Optional extras. The vehicles are as- Abbreviations and Indicates the end of an sembled complete with item of information. symbols all the BMW Motorrad CAUTION Low-risk hazard. optional extras originally Instruction. Non-avoidance can lead to ordered. Result of an activity.
  • Page 9: Equipment

    Anti-lock brake system. If your motorcycle has equipment BMW Motorrad Retailer or that is not described, you will find another qualified service partner Dynamic Damping Con- the relevant description in a sep- or specialist workshop.
  • Page 10: Currentness

    BMW Motorrad Retailer corresponding authorities can General Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will be referenced to ascertain the be happy to answer any ques- Control units are installed in the vehicle owner. There are also tions you may have.
  • Page 11 Operating data in the vehicle Manufacturer of the vehicle The vehicle owner can also re- Control units process data to op- quest that a BMW Motorrad Re- Qualified service partners erate the vehicle. tailer or another qualified service Specialist workshops...
  • Page 12 The information can be read out The data is only processed in driving dynamics systems by a BMW Motorrad Retailer or the vehicle itself and is gener- another qualified service part- Information on incidents result- ally non-permanent. The data is ing in damage to the vehicle ner or specialist workshop.
  • Page 13 Depending on the equipment, Multimedia data, such as music a BMW Motorrad Retailer or an- for playback mobile end devices connected to other qualified service partner or the vehicle, for example smart- Contacts data for use in con- specialist workshop.
  • Page 14 The scope of the possible set- functions are described at operating conditions of the indi- tings depends on the corres- suitable points, for example vidual provider. The vehicle man- ponding app and the operating rider's manual, website of the ufacturer has no influence on the system of the mobile end device.
  • Page 15: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....15 General view, left side, with DDC . . . 17 General view, right side ... . . 19 Underneath the seat .
  • Page 17: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Adjuster, spring preload, front ( Adjuster for front compression-stage damping (red scale) Adjuster for front compression-stage damping (red scale) Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Lock for tail-hump cover Seat lock ( Tyre pressure table Payload table Chain settings Engine oil level indicator 164)
  • Page 19: General View, Left Side, With Ddc

    General view, left side, with DDC with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) Adjusting spring preload for front wheel ( 73). Lock for tail-hump cover Seat lock ( Tyre pressure table Payload table Chain settings Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Engine oil level indicator 164) Socket for optional ac- cessories (...
  • Page 21: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 169) VIN and type plate (on steering-head, right) Brake-fluid tank, front 168) Adjuster for rear rebound- stage damping (yellow scale) without Dynamic Damp- ing Control (DDC) Adjust the rebound-stage damping for front wheel 77).
  • Page 22: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Battery ( 190) Helmet holder ( Rider's Manual Fuse box ( 192) Toolkit ( 160) Diagnostic connector 193)
  • Page 23: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left DTC Switching off ( ABS Switching off ( with ABS Pro ABS Pro Switching off High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Starting timing ( 104) Cruise-control system Hazard warning lights sys- tem ( DTC adjusting ( 131) Turn indicators ( Horn...
  • Page 24 Setting the clock ( Resetting trip distance re- corder ( Selecting readings ( Individualising lap timer 104) Selecting submenu 117)
  • Page 25: Right

    Multifunction switch, right Grip heating ( Control for selecting the ride mode ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button Start engine ( Launch control ( 132) Speed limiter for pit lane 134)
  • Page 26: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Indicator and warning light fields ( Engine speed display Gearshift light ( Photosensor (for adapting the brightness of the in- strument lighting) with anti-theft alarm (DWA) DWA light-emitting diode Multifunction display...
  • Page 27: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Indicator and warning lights ..26 Multifunction display ....27 ABS Pro indicator ....28 Warnings .
  • Page 28: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Indicator and warning lights DTC ( ABS ( Turn indicators, left General warning light, in combination with warning displays in the multifunc- tion display ( Turn indicators, right Fuel reserve ( Neutral High-beam Malfunction indicator lamp 10 Cruise control ( 11 Light for the best lap 106)
  • Page 29: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Speedometer Coolant temperature Odometer ( Clock ( Heated handlebar grips Gear indicator; "N" indic- ates neutral. Riding mode RAIN SPORT RACE Setting riding mode with riding modes Pro Additional riding modes SLICK USER NOTICE You will find information concern- ing the display modes for the race track in section 7.
  • Page 30: Abs Pro Indicator

    ABS Pro indicator with ABS Pro Warnings for which there is no dedicated warning light are indic- ated by 'General' warning light 1 During the Pre-Ride-Check, the showing in combination with a availability of the ABS Pro func- warning such as, for example, 2 tion is indicated by "ABS Pro"...
  • Page 31: Display Text

    Warnings, overview Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights EWS! appears on lights up red Electronic immobiliser active ( the display flashes red Coolant-tempera- Coolant temperature too high ( ture reading flashes Emissions warning ( The malfunction indicator lamp lights Engine! appears lights up yellow Engine in emergency-operation mode...
  • Page 32 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights LAMPF! appears on lights up yellow Bulbs for front parking light defective the display LAMPS! appears on lights up yellow Rear light and bulbs for side lights faulty the display Front lights defective ( VDS! appears on lights up yellow Motorcycle dropped (...
  • Page 33 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights quick-flashes DTC intervention ( slow-flashes DTC self-diagnosis not completed lights up DTC switched off ( lights up DTC fault ( lights up yellow DDC! Appears on DDC fault ( the display The gear indicator Gear not trained ( flashes.
  • Page 34 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning lights SPEED! appears on Shift indicator lights Speed warning ( the display up or flashes 0L-CON! appears Shift indicator lights Launch Control not ready ( on the display up or flashes NO CAN appears on lights up red CAN open circuit/short circuit ( the display...
  • Page 35 Have the fault rectified by a Engine damage EWS! appears on the display. specialist workshop, preferably Compliance with the Possible cause: an authorised BMW Motorrad information set out below is The key being used is not au- dealer. essential. thorised for starting, or commu- You can continue riding;...
  • Page 36 Possible cause: specialist workshop, preferably WARNING an authorised BMW Motorrad The engine control unit has dia- dealer. gnosed a fault. The engine is Engine damage when run- in emergency-operation mode. ning in emergency-operation Bulbs for flashing turn In exceptional cases, the engine...
  • Page 37 Replacing bulb for left parking Replace defective bulbs as workshop, preferably an author- light ( 183). soon as possible; always carry ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Replacing bulb for right side a complete set of spare bulbs if light ( 184). possible.
  • Page 38: Abs Fault

    Seek the advice of a specialist Possible cause: light ( 181). workshop, preferably an author- The rider has switched off the ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Motorcycle dropped ABS. ABS self-diagnosis not ABS Switching on ( 55). General warning light shows completed yellow.
  • Page 39 DTC indicator and warning DTC self-diagnosis not specialist workshop, preferably light shows. completed an authorised BMW Motorrad Possible cause: dealer. The DTC function is not avail- The DTC control unit has detec- able, because self-diagnosis DTC intervention ted a fault.
  • Page 40 BMW Motorrad dealer. Possible cause: specialist workshop, preferably with shift assistant Pro DWA battery weak an authorised BMW Motorrad The gearbox sensor is not fully dealer. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) trained. In this condition, the motor-...
  • Page 41: Speed Warning

    The number of racing starts pos- Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author- sible with Launch Control has workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. been exceeded. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Allow the clutch to cool. Speed warning...
  • Page 42 General warning light shows Consult a specialist workshop, yellow. preferably an authorised When a service is due within SERVICE! appears on the BMW Motorrad dealer to set the 1000 km (700 miles), the date. display countdown distance 1 is shown...
  • Page 43 This distance is calculated on the The fuel tank contains no more an approximate figure. Con- basis of average consumption than the reserve quantity of fuel. sequently, BMW Motorrad re- and the quantity of fuel on board. commends that you should not Fuel reserve RANGE...
  • Page 45: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch/steering lock ..44 Heated handlebar grips ... . . 63 Electronic immobiliser ....45 Rider's seat and tail-hump cover .
  • Page 46: Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

    Ignition switch/steering Switching on ignition lock Keys You receive 2 ignition keys. Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 45). Ignition switch/steering lock, fuel filler cap lock and seat lock are all Turn the vehicle key to operated with the same key.
  • Page 47: Electronic Immobiliser

    Switching off ignition ised BMW Motorrad dealer. The NOTICE ignition keys are part of an in- tegrated security system, so the A spare key attached to the dealer is under an obligation to same ring as the ignition key check the legitimacy of all applic- used to start the engine could ations for replacement/extra keys.
  • Page 48: Lights

    Lights WARNING Side light Operation of the kill switch The side lights switch on auto- while riding matically when the ignition is Risk of fall due to rear wheel switched on. locking Do not operate the kill switch NOTICE when riding. The side lights place a strain on The emergency off switch is a the battery.
  • Page 49: Hazard Warning Lights System

    Hazard warning lights Ignition can be switched off. To switch off the hazard warn- system ing flashers, switch on the igni- Switching on hazard tion and press button 1 again. warning flashers Turn indicators Switch on the ignition. Operating the turn NOTICE indicators The hazard warning flashers...
  • Page 50 Operate button 1 in the centre position to switch off the turn indicator. NOTICE The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after the defined riding time and distance. The defined time and distance can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 51: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Overview — Solid line: short-press the button. ‑ ‑ Broken line: press and hold down the button. Odometer Default display Select the readings in the multifunction display 50). LAPTIMER ( 103) LIMIT ( Factory setting for WARN SPEED ( 122) RACE INFO ( 107)
  • Page 52 Selecting readings in Range RANGE Repeatedly short-press SET 2 until the reading you want is Tripmeter 1 TRIP 1 multifunction display selected. Tripmeter 2 TRIP 2 Switch on the ignition. The display readouts at your dis- Average consumption AVG in All the information necessary posal are as follows: units of volume per unit of dis-...
  • Page 53: Resetting The Average Values

    you want appears on the When the display shows AVG appears on the display. LIMIT, long-press SET 2 to display. Press and hold down TRIP 1 set the current speed as the TRIP 1 or TRIP 2 appears on until the value you selected has new limit.
  • Page 54: Clock

    Clock Anti-theft alarm (DWA) Repeatedly short-press SET 2 until SETUP EQIP:CLOCK Setting the clock with anti-theft alarm (DWA) TIME appears on the display. Switch on the ignition. Long-press SET 2. Activation Minutes reading 4 flashes. Switching on ignition ( 44). Short-press TRIP 1 to step the DWA adjusting ( 53).
  • Page 55 BMW Motorrad motion sensor Switch on the ignition. Retailer. an attempt to use an unauthor- Turn indicators flash once. ised vehicle key to switch on Confirmation tone sounds once If an alarm was triggered while the ignition (if programmed).
  • Page 56: Anti-Lock Brake System

    The following settings are avail- ABS Pro is used in much the NOTICE able: same way as BMW Motorrad DWA AUTO ON: The DWA anti- Race ABS. If you scroll down too far, press theft alarm is active and will be TRIP briefly to scroll back up.
  • Page 57 Release button 1 within two ABS telltale and warning NOTICE seconds. light goes out; if self- diagnosis has not completed it ABS telltale and warning You have the option of deactiv- starts flashing. light remains on. ating the ABS function while the motorcycle is on the move.
  • Page 58: Dynamic Traction Control

    Dynamic Traction diagnosis has not completed, it DTC indicator and warning light starts to show. starts flashing. Control (DTC) Release button 1 within two Release button 1 within two DTC Switching off seconds. seconds. Switch on the ignition. DTC indicator and warning DTC indicator and warning light remains off or contin- light remains on.
  • Page 59: Riding Mode

    Riding mode with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) Using the riding modes The chassis adjustment also ad- BMW Motorrad has developed apts to the selected scenario. 5 operational scenarios for your motorcycle from which you can Setting riding mode select the scenario suitable for Switching on ignition ( 44).
  • Page 60 tivated after approximately two seconds. Selection arrow 2 and the in- active riding modes are hidden. The newly selected riding mode is activated as you ride only when the following preconditions are satisfied: Throttle twistgrip is in idle posi- tion. with riding modes Pro WARNING Brake levers are in the released...
  • Page 61 with riding modes Pro When SLICK riding mode is selected: be aware of limited SLICK: For riding on race cir- ABS control for the rear wheel cuits with slicks (only with cod- (see section "Engineering de- ing plug installed). tails"). with riding modes Pro The values set in the SETUP USER: The rider can custom-...
  • Page 62: Cruise-Control System

    Cruise-control system Saving road speed with cruise control Switching on cruise control To do so, press in latch 2 and remove the cap. Briefly push button 1 forward. Install the coding plug. Adjustment range for Switch on the ignition. cruise control Setting riding mode ( 57).
  • Page 63: Deactivating Cruise Control

    Accelerating Decelerating Deactivating cruise control Brake, pull the clutch lever or turn the throttle twistgrip (close the throttle by turning the twistgrip back past the idle position) to deactivate cruise control. NOTICE Briefly push button 1 forward. Briefly push button 1 back. Whenever the Pro shift assist- ant shifts gears, cruise control Increase speed...
  • Page 64: Speed Warning

    Resuming former cruising Telltale light for cruise con- section headed "On the race trol shows. track": speed Speed warning ( 122) Switching off cruise control Briefly push button 1 back to return to the speed saved be- Repeatedly short-press SET 2 forehand.
  • Page 65: Heated Handlebar Grips

    The current speed is shown on the display To increase the preset speed: Short-press TRIP 1. Speed is increased by approx. 10 km/h each time you press the button. The current speed setting or OFF To switch off the speed warn- appears on the display.
  • Page 66: Rider's Seat And Tail-Hump Cover

    Rider's seat and tail- NOTICE hump cover The increase in power consump- Removing front seat tion caused by having the heated handlebar grips switched on can drain the battery if you are rid- ing at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, the heated handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the battery's starting...
  • Page 67 Installing front seat Push the upholstery of the Unlock lock 2 in tail-hump rider’s seat forward slightly cover 1 using the ignition key. Engage the rider's seat in above the screw holes and Lift the rear tail-hump cover, mount 2, then position above hold it in this position.
  • Page 68 Installing tail-hump cover holstered side down on a clean Close lock using the ignition key. surface. Removing rear seat Install the rear seat with two-up riding package with two-up riding package Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Insert tail-hump cover in the mounts 1 on left and right.
  • Page 69: Helmet Holder

    with two-up riding package Removing rear seat ( 66). Turn the rear seat upside down. Fold the passenger seat down- ATTENTION wards, and press forwards lightly. Incorrect positioning of the Lock seat lock using the igni- helmet lock tion key. Scratch marks on trim panel Make sure the lock is out of ATTENTION...
  • Page 70: Luggage Loops

    Install the rear seat ( 66). Install the rear seat ( 66). Place the helmet on the front seat. Luggage loops with two-up riding package Securing luggage to motorcycle Removing rear seat ( 66). Turn the rear seat upside Use luggage loops 1 and the down.
  • Page 71: Adjustment

    Adjustment Mirrors ......70 Headlight ......70 Brakes .
  • Page 72: Mirrors

    If there are doubts about the cor- position. rect headlight beam throw, have the setting checked by a special- Headlight ist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Adjusting headlight for driving on left/driving on Brakes right Adjusting brake lever...
  • Page 73: Steering

    Steering Steering damper basic NOTICE Adjusting steering damper setting The adjusting screw is easier to Open 8 clicks (from fully turn if you push the brake lever closed) (Public roads) forward. Open 5 clicks (from fully Adjustment options: closed) (Race track) from position 1: smallest span between handlebar grip and Spring preload...
  • Page 74 Adjusting spring preload Apply the rider's weight to the motorcycle. for front wheel With the assistance of a without Dynamic Damping second person, measure Control (DDC) distance D between points 1 and 2 again and calculate the Place the motorcycle on its difference (negative spring stand on firm, even ground.
  • Page 75 tate the adjusting screws 3 in person (do not use the side direction B. stand). Make sure that the same val- Measure distance D between ues are set on the left and on the lower edge 1 of the slider the right.
  • Page 76 preload, in other words), use number plate carrier to screw 2 the tool from the on-board of the chain guard. toolkit to turn adjusting screw 3 Apply the rider's weight to the in direction B. motorcycle. With the assistance of a Adjusting spring preload second person, measure for rear wheel...
  • Page 77 preload, in other words), use switched on, because only then the tool from the on-board are the electric valves active. toolkit to turn adjusting ring 2 in direction A. Tighten screw 1 to the spe- cified tightening torque. Screw in adjusting ring 3 Nm WARNING Adjusting spring preload...
  • Page 78: Damping

    (negative spring displacement) spring preload), use the tool between the two values. from the toolkit to turn adjust- ing ring 1 in direction B. Load-dependent adjust- ment of spring preload Damping Adjustment Suspension compression at rear wheel Damping must be adapted to suit the condition of the surface on 8...12 mm (With rider 85 kg) which the motorcycle is ridden...
  • Page 79 appropriate direction so that appropriate direction so that mark 2 points to a higher read- mark 2 points to a higher read- ing on the scale. ing on the scale. To reduce damping: Use the To reduce damping: Use the tool from the on-board kit to tool from the on-board kit to turn the adjusting screw in the...
  • Page 80 screw 1 and reading the red Factory default settings Compression stage, ba- scale. for compression/rebound sic setting, rear stages, front Position 2 (comfortable setting Position 4 with rider 85 kg) Position 4 (normal setting with Adjusting compression- rider 85 kg) stage damping for rear Position 9 (sports setting with wheel...
  • Page 81: Ddc

    appropriate direction so that Factory default settings mark 2 points to a higher read- for compression/rebound ing on the scale. stages, rear To reduce damping: Use the tool from the on-board kit to Position 4 turn the adjusting screw in the appropriate direction so that mark 2 points to a lower read- Adjustment...
  • Page 82 Adjusting the damping REAR and line 4 shows REB: Use TRIP 1 and SET 2 to ad- (Rebound). just damping as desired. characteristic for rear Long-press SET 2. Press and hold down SET 2 wheel until the value stops flashing. The value beside REB: flashes.
  • Page 83 Performing a zero position Make sure the ground is level NOTICE and firm and place the motor- alignment cycle on its stand. Display differs if a spring travel with Dynamic Damping Control Select the submenu ( 117). sensor is used for the front forks (DDC) The SETUP DDC-SYS sub- (racing accessories).
  • Page 84 SET 2 until CALIB (Calibration) shop, preferably an authorised is displayed in line 4. BMW Motorrad dealer. Long-press SET 2 until CALIB starts to flash. CALIB flashes. Zero position is aligned. To indicate that calibration was successful, lines 3 and 4 show CALIB DONE.
  • Page 85: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....84 Checklist ......85 Starting .
  • Page 86: Safety Instructions

    Your authorised cycle: Risk of burn injury BMW Motorrad dealer will be Settings of the spring-strut and glad to advise you on the correct shock-absorber system clothing for every purpose.
  • Page 87: Catalytic Converter

    Catalytic converter Risk of overheating Do not tamper with the vehicle in any way that could result in If misfiring causes unburned fuel ATTENTION tuned performance. to enter the catalytic converter, there is a danger of overheating Engine running for prolonged Checklist and damage.
  • Page 88: Starting

    At every third refuelling Starting stop Start engine without Dynamic Damping Switch on the ignition. Control (DDC) Pre-Ride-Check is performed. Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel ( 74). ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- gress. ( with Dynamic Damping Control DTC self-diagnosis is in pro- (DDC) gress.
  • Page 89: Pre-Ride-Check

    The needle of the revolution counter moves to the position Phase 1 ABS self-diagnosis for zero engine revolutions. BMW Motorrad Race ABS per- The telltale and warning lights go forms self-diagnosis to ensure its out. operability. Self-diagnosis is per- with ABS Pro...
  • Page 90 Phase 2 DTC self-diagnosis Check all the indicator and warning lights. Test of the wheel-speed BMW Motorrad DTC performs sensors as the vehicle pulls self-diagnosis to ensure its op- DTC self-diagnosis not away from rest. erability. Self-diagnosis is per- completed...
  • Page 91: Running In

    The authorised BMW Motorrad rpm for prolonged periods. levers. dealer deactivates this rpm Try to do most of your rid-...
  • Page 92: Shifting Gear

    Shift assistant Pro Shift speed WARNING When the motorcycle is on the with shift assistant Pro move, the gearshift light indicates New tyres losing grip on wet the engine speed at which the roads and at extreme bank NOTICE rider should upshift. angles The gearshift light flashes See the section entitled "Engin-...
  • Page 93: Brakes

    Remember to cause a severe load-change pull the clutch at the same time. reaction. BMW Motorrad re- BMW Motorrad RACE ABS pre- commends disengaging the vents the front wheel from lock- clutch for shifts in these cir- ing up.
  • Page 94 In the "panic braking situations" Brake fade, destruction of the WARNING that are trained so frequently, brakes due to overheating braking force is applied as rap- Use both front and rear brakes, Wetness and dirt result in idly as possible and with the and make use of the engine's diminished braking efficiency rider's full force applied to the...
  • Page 95 Physical limits applicable to the brakes are applied because Possibility of a fall not motorcycling precluded of an unforeseen hazard when the motorcycle is banked for cor- Although ABS Pro provides the WARNING nering, within the physical limits rider with valuable assistance and that apply to motorcycling the constitutes a huge advance in Braking when cornering...
  • Page 96: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Parking your Do not sit or lean on the Fuels with a maximum ethanol vehicle while it is propped on content of 10%, that is E10, motorcycle the side stand. can be used. Side stand If the camber of the roadway Recommended fuel Switch off the engine.
  • Page 97 Clean plastic surfaces immedi- key clockwise, and flip the cap ately after contact with fuel. open. Make sure the ground is level Refuelling and firm and place the motor- cycle on its side stand. WARNING NOTICE Fuel is highly flammable Risk of fire and explosion The fuel tank capacity can only Do not smoke.
  • Page 98: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    Securing motorcycle Secure the vehicle to prevent it NOTICE toppling, preferably with the as- for transportation sistance of a second person. The "usable fuel capacity" spe- Make sure that all components cified in the technical data is the Push the motorcycle onto the that might come into contact quantity that the fuel tank could transportation flat and hold it in...
  • Page 99 At the front, loop a strap over the bottom fork bridge on each side. Pull the straps down and tight. Secure the straps behind on both sides on the rear frame and tighten. Tighten all the straps uniformly; the vehicle's suspension should be compressed as tightly as possible front and rear.
  • Page 101: On The Race Track

    On the race track Status indicators for racing ..100 Gearshift-pattern reverser ..140 LAPTIMER ......102 Socket for optional accessories .
  • Page 102: Status Indicators For Racing

    Status indicators for racing Multifunction display Current heel angle when cornering Direction for heel angle \ = left | = vertical / = right Maximum heel angle for left and right Factory setting for BANK DISP ( 123) ABS control intervention during braking process ABS Switching off ( 54).
  • Page 103 DTC torque reduction Factory setting for DTC DISP ( 123) DTC setting DTC Adapting ( 131).
  • Page 104: Laptimer

    LAPTIMER LAPTIMER The following times can be dis- played in the fourth line: The readings in these lines Multifunction display can be changed by the The fastest lap saved, labelled rider. "BESTLAP". Individualise the The all-time best lap, no label. LAPTIMER ( 104).
  • Page 105 Overview, LAPTIMER — Solid line: short-press the button. ‑ ‑ Broken line: press and hold down the button. Odometer Default display Select the readings in the multifunction display 50). Individualise the LAPTIMER ( 104). Starting timing ( 104). Pause/resume timing 105)
  • Page 106: Infrared Receiver

    Individualising LAPTIMER Your chosen LAPTIMER for the headlight-flasher signal to display layout is accepted and be detected. saved in memory. Timing RUN 2 is running. LAPTIMER display layout Every time you cross the start/ 125) finish line, press button 1 again to start timing for the next lap.
  • Page 107 Interrupting timing The infrared receiver available as an optional accessory has to Requirement be connected to the plug for Timing is running. optional accessories located underneath the right side panel 142). In SETUP RACETRACK, the LAPTIMER trigger mode has to be set to LAPTM TRIG AUTO or LAPTM TRIG EX- Long-press TRIP 1 to pause TERN (...
  • Page 108 timing session in the RACE INFO best time can be expected. The display mode. "Fastest Lap" light 1 is switched ODO appears on the display. Expected fastest lap This function must be activ- ated in the SETUP RACETRACK 128). After starting a new lap, the sec- tor time is stopped every 100 m and compared with the corres- ponding sector time from the...
  • Page 109: Race Info

    RACE INFO RACE INFO part 1 — Solid line: short-press the button. ‑ ‑ Broken line: press and hold down the button. Delete the all-time best lap. Information about the cur- rent best lap. Succession of three read- ings. Information per lap 110) Delete current best lap.
  • Page 110 RACE INFO part 2 — Solid line: short-press the button. ‑ ‑ Broken line: press and hold down the button. Information about lap 01. Select a saved lap 109). Information per lap 110) Delete the lap ( 112). Information about lap 02. Total of all lap times and distances.
  • Page 111 Selecting saved lap quence described below; each time TRIP 1 is pressed they are Requirement shown in reverse sequence: RACE INFO appears on the Best-ever lap BEST-EVER. display. Best lap logged in memory BEST. Last lap logged in memory LAST. All other laps logged in memory LAP 01 …...
  • Page 112 Information per lap In succession for the lap currently displayed: Maximum speed (max) Average speed (Ø) Minimum speed (min) Maximum heel angle for left and right of the lap currently displayed Lap for which the data on the display apply Lap time for the lap cur- rently displayed In succession for the lap...
  • Page 113 ABS control intervention: "ABS" shown = lap with ABS control intervention "ABS" hidden = lap without ABS control intervention Maximum deceleration in the lap currently displayed Maximum DTC torque re- duction in the lap currently displayed 10 DTC setting in the lap cur- rently displayed 11 Riding mode in the lap cur- rently displayed...
  • Page 114 Clearing all saved data Or long-press SET 2 to delete appropriate lap number. If the the data for the best-ever lap best-ever lap shows without a lap Requirement time. number, this lack of a lap number RACE INFO appears on the indicates that the time is from a BEST-EVER is deleted: display.
  • Page 115 Activating default reading Long-press SET 2 to delete The numbering of the remain- the lap. ing laps remains unchanged. When a logged lap has been Exiting RACE INFO deleted from memory it is su- perseded as follows: BEST-EVER: The best race-lap time still in memory becomes the new all-time best lap.
  • Page 116 LIMIT: pressing and holding TRIP switches speed limit warn- ing (LIMIT OFF). ODO appears on the display.
  • Page 117: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU Overview, SETUP MENU — Solid line: short-press the button. ‑ ‑ Broken line: press and hold down the button. Select the submenu 117). Call up submenu with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) SETUP DDC-SYS ( 117) Setting parameters 119). Call up submenu SETUP EQUIPMENT 117)
  • Page 118 Call up submenu Only when the USER rid- ing mode is active with riding modes Pro SETUP USER-MODE 119) Reset all parameters FACTORY RESET Exit SETUP MENU Exiting SETUP mode 120).
  • Page 119 Selecting submenu you want appears on the With spring travel sensor for display. front forks: Front compression- stage damping FRONT COM Long-press SET 2 to call up the submenu you want. Calibration CALIB Each time SET 2 is pressed the Damping adjustable while possible parameters are shown in riding: Switch function on...
  • Page 120 average consumption and time SETUP RACETRACK Adjust display brightness UNITS DISP BRIGHT. SETUP RACETRACK Switch speed warning on WARN Switch-on speed for gearshift SETUP EQIP:UNITS SPEED ON or off WARN SPEED light GSL ON-RPM (Gear Shift OFF. SETUP EQIP:UNITS Light) Switch warning for defective Change unit of measure for Switch-off speed for gearshift...
  • Page 121 SETUP USER-MODE flasher button for LAPTIMER Throttle response for racing LAPTM DEB-TM in seconds or ENGINE RACE with riding modes Pro LAPTM DEB-TM CUSTOM in Throttle response for wet sur- minutes and seconds. face ENGINE RAIN SETUP USER-MODE Have a lap that is anticipated Reset all USER mode settings Antilock brake system for ra- as the fastest lap indicated by...
  • Page 122: Exiting Setup Mode

    Repeatedly short-press TRIP 1 Alternatively: Repeatedly press or SET 2 until the value you TRIP 1 or SET 2 until SETUP … want appears on the display. EXIT appears in the submenu. When the value you want is Long-press SET 2 to exit the shown: submenu.
  • Page 123: Setup Ddc-Sys

    -7 … +7 Range of values Factory setting: 0 -7 (soft) … +7 (hard) Factory setting: 0 NOTICE The spring travel sensor required for separate adjustment of rebound and compression stages is not offered by BMW Motorrad. It is available...
  • Page 124: Setup Equipment

    as a racing accessory. You SETUP EQUIPMENT Speed warning can request further information Display brightness from "hp-race-support@bmw- motorrad.com". Calibration of height sensor You can set a LIMIT speed. If your speed exceeds this limit You can set display brightness to SPEED! appears as a warning any of five levels.
  • Page 125 Bulb fault heel angle Dynamic Traction Control If the turn indicators are removed Status-indicator display settings Setting the displays for DTC: for bank angle: Bank angle, dir- in preparation for a race-track current and maximum DTC session, the electronics detect a ection for bank angle and max- torque reduction and DTC bulb failure and the appropriate...
  • Page 126: Setup Racetrack

    Braking SETUP RACETRACK Engine speed for shift light OFF Engine speed for shift light ON Status-indicator display settings for braking: Current and max- Switch-off rpm setting for the imum braking rate in m⁄s², and gearshift light. Switch-on rpm setting for the ABS intervention.
  • Page 127 Shift-light brightness Shift-light flash frequency LAPTIMER display layout There is a choice of six LAP- TIMER display layouts. Setting for gearshift-light bright- Settings for the frequency at ness as a percentage of max- which the gearshift light and the imum brightness. speed warning flash, in Hz (1/s).
  • Page 128 Version 2 Version 3 Version 4 Line 3 shows the time recorded Line 3 shows the time needed Line 3 shows the running time for the preceding lap, the running for the preceding lap, the best for the current lap, the total time time for the current lap is shown lap currently logged in memory is for all the laps currently logged in...
  • Page 129 Display-freeze period for the most recent time Version 5 Version 6 Line 3 shows the running time Line 3 is blank, line 4 shows the for the current lap, the all-time running time for the current lap. Setting for HOLD time in best lap ( 112) is shown in seconds.
  • Page 130 Minimum lap time Fastest lap Range of values 0, 10, 30, 45, 60, CUSTOM Factory setting: 10 You can set the minimum time The "Fastest lap anticipated" that must elapse from when 106) function is switched on the first signal is received until or off, as applicable.
  • Page 131: Setup User-Mode

    Speed limiter for pit lane SETUP USER-MODE with riding modes Pro There are the various options for starting lap timing. Range of values Setting for maximum engine rpm ABS antilock brake system set- AUTO, EXTERN, MANUAL (±100) for riding in the pit lane ting in USER-MODE mode.
  • Page 132 ENGINE with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) Settings for Dynamic Traction Settings for throttle response Control DTC in USER-MODE ENGINE in USER-MODE mode. mode. Range of values Setting for Dynamic Damping Range of values Control DDC in USER-MODE. RAIN, RACE, SLICK Range of values RAIN, SPORT, RACE, SLICK Factory setting: SLICK...
  • Page 133: Dtc

    Short press button 2 (-) to re- NOTICE Under these circumstances, duce the value 3. It is also possible to adjust BMW Motorrad recommends The set value 3 is shown on the DTC settings while on the temporarily switching off DTC. the multifunction display and is move.
  • Page 134: Racing Start

    close the throttle in good time Racing start with Launch tect front-wheel lift. Engine rpm before you reach a firm surface. limitation is deactivated when Control the motorcycle reaches a certain Then reactivate DTC. speed. CAUTION Racing start Speed when deactivating Launch Control permits max- with riding modes Pro engine speed limitation...
  • Page 135 Start with Launch Control pos- Clutch cooling time sible. Start as described below. approx. 20 min (With engine stopped) Proceed in the normal way when starting; open the throttle only as far as necessary to reach the rpm limit. Press and hold down starter After engaging the clutch, open button 1 until the reading on the throttle completely.
  • Page 136: Speed Limiter For Pit Lane

    Speed when deactivating WARNING engine speed limitation As soon as the starter button for Launch Control is released the vehicle accel- approx. 70 km/h erates in accordance with the As soon as rpm limitation position of the throttle twist- ceases, engine rpm increases grip.
  • Page 137: Removing And Installing Number

    Mirror to front panel car- NOTICE rier Use the HP Race Cover Kit from Thread-locking compound: BMW Motorrad to cover the mechanical screw holes and restore the se- cure fastening of the mount. 8 Nm Install mirror...
  • Page 138 on the display. Activating the DWA has been deactivated in the Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. EQIP WARN LAMP function in the SETUP MENU. SETUP MENU suppresses this with two-up riding package Remove screw 4. warning.
  • Page 139 with two-up riding package with anti-theft alarm (DWA) Removing rear seat ( 66). Removing the tail-hump cover 65). Remove screws 4 and wash- ers 3. Install bracket 3 for DWA. Remove number plate carrier 2 Install expanding rivet 2. and feed the wiring harness 1 Secure plug connection 1 for out.
  • Page 140: Removing And Installing Front Turn

    with two-up riding package Install the rear seat ( 66). Installing tail-hump cover 66). Removing and installing front turn indicators Removing front flashing turn indicator Insert DWA 2, attaching it in Feed plug connection 1 and bracket 3. cable through the tail bottom NOTICE section 2.
  • Page 141 Disengage cable 3 from Insert fairing side panel 7 in Install screw 1. holder 4. the mounting 8 on the engine Installing front flashing spoiler. turn indicator Remove screw 1 and remove turn indicator 2. Secure fairing side panel in Remove screw 1 on the inside grommet 3 and detent pin 4.
  • Page 142: Gearshift-Pattern Reverser

    Gearshift-pattern reverser Shift pattern for racing The shift pattern can be reversed for racing by changing the posi- tion of the selector rod. Revers- ing the shift pattern means that the gearshift lever is lifted up for 1st gear and pressed down for Remove screws 2.
  • Page 143 with shift assistant Pro Clean thread 1. Insert screw through ball joint and washer and install in thread Push protective cap 2 onto Clean thread 1. for gearshift-pattern reverser. gearshift rod 4. Push protective cap 2 onto Remove screw 3. gearshift rod 4.
  • Page 144: Socket For Optional Accessories

    Socket for optional Underneath the right side panel accessories Equipment The vehicle is fitted with the following plugs for optional ac- cessories and racing accessories: Infrared receiver Spring-travel sensor Optional accessory Insert screw through ball joint HP Race data logger and washer and install in thread for gearshift-pattern reverser.
  • Page 145 Underneath the left side panel Plug for DWA and HP Plug for DWA and HP Race data logger Race data logger Terminating resistor Optional accessory (plug with power supply + LIN; Beneath the tail-hump Connecting optional for example for navigation cover accessories and racing system)
  • Page 146 Removing the tail-hump cover ATTENTION 65). Unlock the protective cap or Dirt and damp penetrating terminating resistor, as applic- inside open connectors able, and disconnect it from the Malfunctions plug. Reinstall the cap or terminating Connect the optional accessory resistor, as applicable, after re- or racing accessory, as applic- moving the plug.
  • Page 147: Engineering Details

    Engineering details Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..146 Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) ......149 Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) .
  • Page 148: Anti-Lock Brake System

    At this instant the lever. The footbrake lever acts transferable limit, the wheels start only on the rear brake. BMW Motorrad Integral ABS to lock and the vehicle loses its must assume an extremely low directional stability; a fall is im-...
  • Page 149 In addition to problems with the function. If the brake pedal is WARNING BMW Motorrad Race ABS, ex- depressed after the brake lever ceptional riding conditions can is pulled, the brake pressure built...
  • Page 150 Technically speaking, depending momentum take over and even Brake system not regularly on the riding situation ABS Pro BMW Motorrad Race ABS is un- serviced. adapts ABS intervention to the able to counteract their effects. Risk of accident motorcycle's bank angle.
  • Page 151: Dynamic Damping Control

    Dynamic Damping limit is imposed on the brake- A spring travel sensor (racing pressure gradient for the start of accessory) has to be installed Control (DDC) brake application. This slows the on the front forks for separate build-up of brake pressure to a compression-stage and rebound- corresponding degree.
  • Page 152: Dynamic Traction Control

    Con- The BMW Motorrad Traction wheel and the rear wheel. The sequently, there can be a per- Control can shut down automat-...
  • Page 153: Riding Mode

    The sportier the setting, below invariably apply to the be- a corresponding loss of stability. the greater the challenge to your haviour of the motorcycle with The BMW Motorrad DTC is un- riding skill! these systems active. The mode...
  • Page 154 RAIN It is possible to make a fine ad- justment to the damping action Throttle response The ABS always intervenes using the instrument cluster. early enough to prevent as ef- The engine's maximum torque fectively as possible the wheels is not made available. The SPORT from locking and the rear wheel torque curve for rain is im-...
  • Page 155 It is possible to make a fine ad- justment to the damping action The behaviour of the ABS is The ABS always intervenes using the instrument cluster. the same as in RAIN mode. early enough to prevent the wheels locking wherever pos- The ABS always intervenes RACE sible.
  • Page 156 Throttle response Front-wheel lift detection is deactivated. Setting for damping action: The engine's maximum torque DTC changeover is switched Dynamic = sporty damping ac- is made available. tion Engine response is optimum Launch Control (L-CON) is and direct. It is possible to make a fine ad- switched on.
  • Page 157 Rear-wheel lift detection is de- Throttle response (ENGINE) SLICK activated. RAIN DTC off RACE ABS Pro DTC assistance is deactivated. SLICK Anti-theft alarm (ABS Pro) is Front-wheel lift detection is deactivated. deactivated. DTC changeover is switched RAIN off. SPORT Setting for damping action: Launch Control (L-CON) may RACE Track = sporty damping ac-...
  • Page 158: Mode Changes

    Mode changes The selection menu does not It is not necessary to close the disappear from the display un- throttle valve when shifting un- A changeover of the functions til the mode change has taken der acceleration. in the engine control, the ABS place.
  • Page 159 drops below idle during an up- ant can take place. When shift- ing gears with the shift assistant, shift. the rider has to keep load state (throttle twistgrip position) con- Idle speed stant before and during the gear- shift. A change in the position 1270 min (Engine at regular of the throttle twistgrip during a...
  • Page 161: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....160 Fuses ......192 Toolkit .
  • Page 162: General Instructions

    Removing front seat If you are in doubt, consult a 64). specialist workshop, preferably Replacing bulbs for front your authorised BMW Motorrad and rear turn indicators dealer. 185).
  • Page 163: Front-Wheel Stand

    Plastic cap wheel ( 76). ary stand before lifting the front with Dynamic Damping wheel with the BMW Motorrad without Dynamic Damp- Control (DDC) front-wheel stand. ing Control (DDC) Adjusting spring preload Adjust the rebound- for front wheel ( 73).
  • Page 164 Use basic stand (83 30 0 402 Turn brackets 2 with long ends Engage the auxiliary stand in 241) with the adapters (83 30 facing inwards. the front suspension and apply 2 152 839). even pressure to push it down Adjust adapters 3 to the width to the ground.
  • Page 165: Rear-Wheel Stand

    Rear-wheel stand Install the rear-wheel stand Install service adapters (83 30 Turn brackets 2 long ends out. 2 152 841) 1 in the rear wheel Adjust adapters 3 to the width swinging arm on left and right of the service adapters inserted and tighten to the specified in the rear wheel swinging arm.
  • Page 166: Engine Oil

    Check the oil level in oil-level attack coated components of temperature-dependent (the indicator 1. the engine, BMW Motorrad higher the temperature, the recommends BMW Motorrad higher the oil level) ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine damage...
  • Page 167: Brake System

    Use of insufficient engine oil preferably an authorised Work on brake system not or too much engine oil BMW Motorrad dealer. in compliance with correct Engine damage procedure Always make sure that the oil Topping up the engine oil Risk to operational reliability of level is correct.
  • Page 168 BMW Motorrad wear past the minimum per- dealer. missible thickness. Have the brake pads replaced Checking front brake pad by a specialist workshop, thickness preferably an authorised Place the motorcycle on its BMW Motorrad dealer. stand on firm, even ground.
  • Page 169 BMW Motorrad recommends installing only genuine BMW Motorrad brake pads. Check rear brake pad thickness Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Thickness of brake-pad Brake-pad wear limit, carrier plate rear min 4.5 mm min 0.9 mm (friction pad only, without backing plate.)
  • Page 170 Wear of the brake pads causes The brake fluid level may not BMW Motorrad dealer. the brake fluid level in the reser- drop below the MIN mark. voir to sink. (Brake-fluid reservoir hori-...
  • Page 171 Wear of the brake pads causes cialist workshop, preferably The brake fluid level may not the brake fluid level in the reser- an authorised BMW Motorrad drop below the MIN mark. voir to sink. dealer. (Brake-fluid reservoir hori-...
  • Page 172: Clutch

    Have the clutch checked by a Not enough brake fluid in specialist workshop, preferably 0.5...1.0 mm (at the handlebar brake fluid tank an authorised BMW Motorrad fitting, with engine cold) Considerably reduced braking dealer. power due to air in the brake...
  • Page 173: Coolant

    To reduce clutch play: turn screw 2 in the loosening direc- tion, i.e. out of the handlebar fitting. Checking clutch-lever play 170). Repeat the steps in this pro- cedure until clutch play is set correctly. Check the coolant level in ex- Coolant Coolant, specified level pansion tank 1.
  • Page 174: Tyres

    Installing side panel ( 188). preferably by an authorised Check tyre pressures against BMW Motorrad dealer. the data below. Tyres Tyre pressure, front Checking tyre pressure WARNING 2.5 bar (Tyre cold)
  • Page 175: Wheels

    BMW Motorrad Place the motorcycle on its dealer. In these cases, the data stand on firm, even ground. The wheel sizes play an essen-...
  • Page 176 Do not operate the brakes with on an auxiliary stand; a brake caliper not correctly BMW Motorrad recommends secured. the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. Remove screws 2 of the brake Install the rear-wheel stand callipers on left and right. 163).
  • Page 177: Installing Front Wheel

    Left clamp locates the Damage, or threaded fasteners a BMW Motorrad front-wheel threaded bush; do not loosen work loose stand. or remove this clamp. Always have the security of Installing auxiliary stand at front the fasteners checked by a Loosen clamping bolts 2.
  • Page 178 Lift front wheel and fit quick- Place brake calliper 1 on left Clamping screws in axle release axle 1 with torque. and position cable routing 2. holder Install screws 3 and tighten to Quick-release axle in specified torque. Tightening sequence: Tighten threaded bush screws six times in alternate Radial brake caliper to...
  • Page 179: Removing Rear Wheel

    2. screw 1. Brake pistons are pushed back. Lift the motorcycle, preferably with a BMW Motorrad rear- wheel stand. Install the rear-wheel stand 163). Slip wooden chocks or similar under the rear wheel to prevent...
  • Page 180 Slacken locknuts 2 on left and right. Slacken adjusting screws 3 on left and right. Remove adjusting plate 4 and push the axle in as far as it will Roll the rear wheel as far Remove screw 1 and forward as possible and disengage the brake line from disengage chain 1 from the holder 2.
  • Page 181: Installing The Rear Wheel

    Installing the rear wheel an authorised BMW Motorrad speed sensor 1. dealer. ATTENTION Roll the rear wheel on the sup- port into the swinging arm as Change in tyre size far as necessary to permit the...
  • Page 182 ing brake-caliper carrier 1 for- ward at the same time. When rolling the rear wheel Install right adjusting plate 1 in into position, take care not to the swinging arm. damage wheel-speed sensor 1. Lift the rear wheel and work Roll the rear wheel as far quick-release axle 2 through forward as possible and loop...
  • Page 183: Lighting

    Adjust the chain tension 195). Lighting Replacing bulbs for low- beam headlight and high- beam headlight NOTICE Insert left adjusting plate 1. Remove cover panel 1 to re- The alignment of the connector place the bulb for the low- Install axle nut 2 with its may differ from the illustration beam headlight.
  • Page 184 Replace the defective bulb. NOTICE Bulbs with higher light-intensity ratings are available through af- termarket suppliers. These bulbs burn out more rapidly and gener- ate more heat than conventional bulbs. Under adverse conditions Disconnect plug 3. the extra heat can cause damage Install bulb 5.
  • Page 185 Install the cover. Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light Replacing bulb for left parking light Place the motorcycle on its W5W / 12 V / 5 W stand on firm, even ground. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold Switch off the ignition.
  • Page 186 Insert socket 3 into the head- Remove cover 1. Remove bulb 4 from the light housing, making sure that socket. retainer 2 engages. Replace the defective bulb. Install the cover. Bulb for parking light Replacing bulb for right side light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground.
  • Page 187 Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Switch off the ignition. Insert bulb 4 into the socket. Pull the glass out of the re- flector housing at the threaded- fastener side.
  • Page 188 Un- der these circumstances: Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Working from the inboard side, insert the glass into the light housing and close the housing.
  • Page 189: Body Panels

    Replacing bulb for Replace the defective bulb. number-plate light Light source for the number plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Press number-plate light bulb 1 into the light housing.
  • Page 190 Installing side panel Remove screw 1 from the in- Disconnect plug 5 for turn in- board side of the side panel. dicator. Insert fairing side panel 7 in Remove the side panel. the mounting 8 on the engine Protect connector 6 on vehicle spoiler.
  • Page 191: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting ATTENTION CAUTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and Touching live parts of the ig- vehicle nition system when the en- Risk of short-circuit gine is running Use jump leads fitted with fully Electric shock insulated crocodile clips at both Do not touch parts of the igni- ends.
  • Page 192: Battery

    NOTICE low is important in order to max- in the usual way; if the en- imise battery life: BMW Motorrad has developed a gine does not start, wait a few Keep the surface of the battery float charger specially designed minutes before repeating the clean and dry.
  • Page 193 You can obtain additional Connecting battery to information from your authorised motorcycle BMW Motorrad dealer. Disconnecting battery from motorcycle Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Removing front seat ( 64). with anti-theft alarm (DWA) ATTENTION If applicable, switch off DWA.
  • Page 194: Fuses

    Removing battery Installing front seat ( 65). Connecting battery to motor- cycle ( 191). Removing front seat ( 64). Recharging battery Disconnecting battery from Installing front seat ( 65). Disconnecting battery from motorcycle ( 191). Setting the clock ( 52). motorcycle ( 191).
  • Page 195: Diagnostic Connector

    BMW by a specialist workshop, Service appointment. preferably an authorised Closing the fuse cover. Have the work performed by BMW Motorrad dealer. The latch engages with an appropriately trained staff. audible click. Refer to the vehicle manufac- turer specifications.
  • Page 196: Chain

    Install the rear seat ( 66). be connected to diagnostic and apply chain lubricant. Installing tail-hump cover connector 2. To prolong chain life, 66). BMW Motorrad recommends the use of BMW Motorrad chain lubricant, or:...
  • Page 197: Checking Chain Tension

    pinion and sprocket and meas- Lubricant ure difference A. Chain deflection Chain spray Wipe off excess lubricant. 45...50 mm (Motorcycle with Checking chain tension no weight applied, supported on its side stand) Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. If measured value is outside per- Slacken quick-release axle Turn the rear wheel until it...
  • Page 198: Checking The Chain Wear

    Seek the advice of a specialist mal direction of travel until the workshop, preferably an author- chain is tensioned. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Determine the length of the chain underneath the rear wheel swinging arm above the middle of 10 rivets in 3...
  • Page 199: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....198 BMW Motorrad ABS Pro ..198...
  • Page 200: General Instructions

    Ever since it introduced Race constituting a safety hazard. BMW Motorrad dealer, together ABS, BMW Motorrad has been Country-specific official author- with expert advice on their install- able to offer ABS tailored to the isation does not suffice as as- ation and use.
  • Page 201 BMW Motorrad dealer as an optional accessory.
  • Page 203: Care

    Care Care products ..... 202 Washing the vehicle ....202 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .
  • Page 204: Care Products

    Washing the vehicle Care products Diminished braking effect, risk of accident BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends Apply the brakes in good time that you use BMW insect re- that you use the cleaning to allow the friction and heat to...
  • Page 205: Cleaning Easily Damaged

    Treat rubber components with abrasives. care series BMW Motorrad Care water or BMW rubber-care Do not use insect-remover Products. This applies especially products. pads or cleaning pads with where road salt has been in use.
  • Page 206: Care Of Paintwork

    BMW Motorrad recommends (preferably using the front- immediately, otherwise changes the use of BMW Motorrad gloss wheel and rear-wheel stands to or discolouration of the paint polish or agents containing from BMW Motorrad).
  • Page 207: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 206 Riding specifications ....221 Screw connections ....207 Fuel.
  • Page 208: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 95).
  • Page 209: Screw Connections

    Screw connections Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Radial brake caliper to axle mount M10 x 65 38 Nm...
  • Page 210 Rear wheel Value Valid Swinging-arm adapter to rear wheel swinging arm M8 x 30 20 Nm Screw in adjusting ring M5 x 25 3 Nm without Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) Spring strut to main frame M10 x 65 - 10.9 56 Nm Mirrors Value...
  • Page 211 Selector rod to gearshift Value Valid lever Selector rod to gearshift lever M6 x 20, Replace screw 8 Nm Micro-encapsulated...
  • Page 212: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super Plus, unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 98 ROZ/RON 93 AKI Alternative fuel grade Super unleaded recommended (max- imum 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 17.5 l Fuel reserve approx.
  • Page 213: Engine Oil

    SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.8 l, Difference between MIN and MAX...
  • Page 214: Clutch

    Compression ratio 13:1 Nominal output 146 kW, at engine speed: 13500 min with power reduction 79 kW, at engine speed: 8000 min Torque 113 Nm, at engine speed: 10500 min with power reduction 95 Nm, at engine speed: 7000 min Maximum engine speed max 14200 min Idle speed...
  • Page 215: Transmission

    Transmission Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en- gine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.652 (76:46 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 2.647 (45:17 teeth), 1st gear 2.091 (46:22 teeth), 2nd gear 1.727 (38:22 teeth), 3rd gear 1.500 (33:22 teeth), 4th gear 1.360 (34:25 teeth), 5th gear 1.261 (29:23 teeth), 6th gear Rear-wheel drive...
  • Page 216: Frame

    Frame Frame type Aluminium composite bridge frame, load-bearing engine Type plate location Frame, front right, on steering head Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right, on steering head Chassis and suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork Spring travel, front 120 mm, at wheel Rear wheel...
  • Page 217: Brakes

    Brakes Front wheel Type of front brake Hydraulically radially operated twin disc brake with 4-piston radial fixed calipers and floating brake discs Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal Brake disc thickness, front 5.0 mm, When new min 4.5 mm, Wear limit Play of brake controls (Front brake) 0.6...1.4 mm, on the piston Rear wheel...
  • Page 218: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply an up-to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations, or you can check the in- formation posted on the bmw-motorrad.com web- site. Speed category, front/rear tyres...
  • Page 219 Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Rear wheel rim size 6.0" x 17" Tyre designation, rear 190/55 ZR 17 with forged wheels 200/55 ZR 17 Load index, rear tyre Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 45 g Balance weight for the rear wheel (One half of max 80 g the weights must be attached to the left and the other half to the right of the wheel rim)
  • Page 220: Electrical System

    Electrical system Fuses Fuse 1 10 A, Instrument panel Fuse 2 4 A, Master relay, diagnosis plug, anti-theft alarm Fuse 3 Not used Fuse 4 7.5 A, Low-beam headlight Fuse 5 7.5 A, High-beam headlight Fuse 6 7.5 A, Socket for optional accessories, number- plate light Fuse 7 4 A, Ignition lock / electronic immobiliser (EWS)
  • Page 221 Battery Battery type AGM battery (Absorbent Glass Mat) with HP battery lithium ion battery Battery rated voltage 12 V with HP battery 12.8 V Battery rated capacity 9 Ah with HP battery 5 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR9D-J Light source Bulb for high-beam headlight...
  • Page 222: Dimensions

    Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2050 mm, via spray guard Height of motorcycle 1140 mm, To windscreen at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 826 mm, via mirror Front-seat height 815 mm, Without rider Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1805 mm, Without rider Weights Vehicle kerb weight 208 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %...
  • Page 223: Riding Specifications

    Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h...
  • Page 225: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 224 BMW Motorrad Service history ..224 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ......225 Maintenance work .
  • Page 226: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad Service specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad history BMW Motorrad has an extensive dealer. network of dealerships in place Entries to look after you and your mo- In order to help ensure that your...
  • Page 227: Bmw Motorrad Mobility

    For riders with a high mileage BMW Motorrad Retailer or a spe- it may be necessary to have cialist workshop in the electronic Maintenance work a service before the specified service booklet along with the deadline.
  • Page 228 increased wear and tear associ- ated with this mode of use. To find out more about service, go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service The scope of maintenance work required for your vehicle can be found in the following mainten- ance schedule:...
  • Page 231: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW running-in check (including oil change) BMW Standard scope of service Engine-oil change, with filter Check valve clearance Checking timing Replace all spark plugs Replace air filter Oil change in the tele- scopic forks Change brake fluid in the entire system annually or every 10000 km (whichever...
  • Page 232: Maintenance Confirmations

    Check the lights and signalling equipment Function test, engine start suppression Final inspection and check of roadworthiness Setting the service date and service for remaining distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Checking battery charge state Confirm BMW service in on-board literature...
  • Page 233 BMW pre-delivery BMW Running-in check Check carried out carried out at km Next service at the latest or, when reached earlier at km Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 234 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 235 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 236 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 237 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 238 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 239 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 240 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 241 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 242 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 243 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 244 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 245 BMW Service Work performed carried out BMW Service Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Checking valve timing (cylinder head Next service cover removed) at the latest Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert or, when reached earlier Oil change in telescopic front forks at km Change brake fluid in entire system...
  • Page 246: Service Confirmations

    Service confirmations The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur- chased special promotions. Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 247 Work performed at km Date...
  • Page 249: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for electronic immobil- iser ....... . 248...
  • Page 250: Immobiliser

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 251 Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été la FCC annulaire. approuvée expressément Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa- conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut présente dans le des règles de la FCC.
  • Page 252: Index

    Installation, 192 Chain Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Adjusting tension, 195 Maintenance instructions, 190 Checking tension, 195 Position on the vehicle, 20 ABS Pro display, 28 Checking wear, 196 Removal, 192 Control, 21 Lubricating, 194 Technical data, 219 Engineering details, 146 Checklist, 85 Brake fluid Indicator and warning light, 36...
  • Page 253 switching off, 56 Technical data, 211 Damping switching on, 56 Topping up, 165 Adjuster, front, 15 Equipment, 7 Adjuster, rear, 15, 19 Warning light, 38, 39 adjusting, 76 Frame adjusting, with DDC, 79 Technical data, 214 Electrics adjusting, without DDC, 76 Technical data, 218 Front-wheel stand Emergency off switch (kill switch)
  • Page 254 Left side of vehicle, 15, 17 Helmet holder Ending timing, 105 Helmet, securing, 67 Multifunction display, 27 Expected fastest lap, 106 Position on the vehicle, 20 Right multifunction switch, 23 individualising, 104 Horn, 21 Right side of vehicle, 19 Information per lap, 110 SETUP DDC-SYS, 121 Infrared receiver, 104 SETUP EQUIPMENT, 122...
  • Page 255 High-beam headlight, Laying up, 204 Odometer and tripmeters operating, 46 parking, 94 reset, 51 Low-beam headlight, 46 restoring to use, 204 Parking lights, operating, 46 Multifunction display, 24 Side light, 46 Control, 21 Parking, 94 Luggage Displays for racing, 100 Parking light, 46 Instructions for loading, 84 Exiting SETUP mode, 120...
  • Page 256 Rider's Manual Shifting gear Electrical system, 218 Position on the vehicle, 20 Gearshift light, 24, 90 Engine, 211 Riding mode Spark plugs, 219 Engine oil, 211 Adjusting, 57 Speed warning Frame, 214 Control, 23 Adjusting, 62 Fuel, 210 Engineering details, 151 Speedometer, 27 Fuses, 218 Running gear...
  • Page 257 Trim panels Warnings Removing front wheel, 173 Installing side panel, 188 ABS, 36 Removing rear wheel, 177 Remove the side panel, 187 Anti-theft alarm, 38, 39 Technical data, 216 Troubleshooting chart, 206 Bulb faulty, 35 Drop sensor, 36 Turn indicators Control, 21 DTC, 37 operate, 47...
  • Page 259 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2018 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 260 Important data for refuelling: Fuel Recommended fuel grade Super Plus, unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5) 98 ROZ/RON 93 AKI Alternative fuel grade Super unleaded recommended (maximum 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 17.5 l Fuel reserve approx.

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