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  • Page 1 Rider's Manual R 1200 R, Classic BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle data/dealership details Motorcycle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Vehicle identification number Ms/Mr Colour code Phone number Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2010 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
  • Page 4 Usable fuel capacity approx. 18 l Reserve fuel approx. 3 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, tyre cold BMW recommends *01418526771* Order No.: 01 41 8 526 771 *01418526771* 12.2010, 1st edition...
  • Page 5 We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from We hope that you will enjoy rid- BMW and welcome you to the ing your BMW and that all your community of BMW riders. journeys will be pleasant and Familiarise yourself with your new safe.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents You can also consult the index at Service-due indicator ..23 Damping ....49 the end of this Rider's Manual if Range .
  • Page 7 BMW Motorrad Cleaning easily damaged BMW Motorrad service ..136 ASC ......70 components .

  • Page 9: General Instructions

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

  • Page 10: Overview

    BMW optional ex- overview of your motorcycle. All tras originally ordered. Indicates the end of an maintenance and repair work on item of information.

  • Page 11: Equipment

    (DIN). Versions for individual items of custom equipment. This countries may differ. Rider's Manual describes option- Currency al extras (OE) offered by BMW and selected optional accessor- The high safety and quality ies (OA). This explains why the standards of BMW motorcycles...

  • Page 13: General Views

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

  • Page 15: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Clutch-fluid reservoir Fuel filler neck ( Power socket ( Adjuster for damping char- acteristic ( Engine oil level indicator...

  • Page 17: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Seat lock ( Engine-oil filler neck Brake-fluid reservoir, front Vehicle Identification Num- ber (VIN) (on steering-head bearing)

  • Page 18: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Battery ( 110) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Rider's Manual Toolkit Table of tyre pressures Payload table Adjuster, spring preload...

  • Page 19: Handlebar Fitting, Left

    Handlebar fitting, left Operating the on-board computer ( with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) Operating ASC ( with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA) Operating ESA ( Horn Flashing turn indicators, left ( Hazard warning flashers High-beam headlight and headlight flasher (...

  • Page 20: Handlebar Fitting, Right

    Handlebar fitting, right Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button ( with heated handlebar grips Grip heating ( Cancel button, flashing turn indicators ( Pushbutton, cancel hazard warning flashers ( Flashing turn indicators, right ( Hazard warning flashers...

  • Page 21: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Speedometer Warning and telltale lights Rev. counter Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm telltale light (see the instructions for use for the anti-theft alarm) Operation of the clock Multifunction display Control for the odometer...

  • Page 23: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Multifunction display ....20 Meaning of symbols ....21 Warning and telltale lights .

  • Page 24: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Trip meter ( Warning for engine elec- tronics ( with tyre pressure monit- oring (RDC) Tyre pressures ( Clock ( Service due ( Top values area with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA) ESA setting ( Symbols explaining the readings shown in the values area Coolant temperature The horizontal bars indic-...

  • Page 25: Meaning Of Symbols

    Meaning of symbols 11 Fuel level The horizontal bars indic- Range in km ( ate the quantity of fuel left in the tank. The top bar is larger than the others with on-board computer and the quantity of fuel it Average consumption in l/ represents is significantly 100 km...

  • Page 26: Warning And Telltale Lights

    ( Telltale light for neutral High-beam headlight tell- tale light Telltale light for right turn indicators with BMW Motorrad In- tegral ABS ABS warning light ( with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ASC warning light ( Warning light for fuel down...

  • Page 27: Service-Due Indicator

    1 is shown briefly consult a specialist workshop, serviced at a date in advance of after the Pre-Ride Check com- preferably an authorised BMW the forecast due date 2. If the pletes. The month is shown as a Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 28: Ambient Temperature

    The tyre-pressure readings are Consequently, BMW Motorrad on the display. based on a reference tyre tem- recommends that you should not perature of 20 °C. The front try to use the full range before If ambient temperature drops be- tyre pressure is on the left 1;...

  • Page 29: Warnings

    'General' warning light flashes red. Warnings that do not have warn- The detailed description of BMW ing lights of their own are indic- Motorrad RDC starts on page ated by 'General' warning light 1 72).
  • Page 30 Warnings, overview Warning light Status indicators Meaning Lights up yellow + " " appears Electronic immobiliser active ( on the display Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Engine in emergency-operation mode play Lights up Insufficient battery charge current LAMP...
  • Page 31 Warning light Status indicators Meaning Lights up ABS fault ( Quick-flashes ASC intervention ( Slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed Lights up ASC switched off ( Lights up ASC fault ( Lights up yellow + " " flashes Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( Flashes red + "...
  • Page 32 Warning light Status indicators Meaning Lights up yellow + " " or " Sensor defective or system error " appears on the display. Lights up yellow + " " appears Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak on the display.
  • Page 33 You can continue to ride, but placed, preferably by an au- Engine in emergency- bear in mind that the usual en- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. operation mode gine power might not be avail- General warning light shows Fuel down to reserve able.
  • Page 34 BMW Motorrad Bulb defective Replacing turn indicator bulb, dealer. front/rear ( 106). General warning light shows yellow. Insufficient battery charge Ice warning LAMP current + " " appears on the with on-board computer display. Warning light for battery The ambient-temperature read- shows.

  • Page 35: Asc Intervention

    Anti-theft alarm battery ABS self-diagnosis not ABS warning light shows. flat completed with anti-theft alarm with BMW Motorrad Integral Possible cause: The ABS control unit has detec- General warning light shows ted a fault. The ABS function is yellow. ABS warning light flashes.

  • Page 36: Asc Switched Off

    Have the fault rectified as ASC warning light shows. has been dealt with. quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably ASC self-diagnosis not an authorised BMW Motorrad Possible cause: completed dealer. The rider has switched off the with Automatic Stability Control ASC system.
  • Page 37 Measured tyre pressure is close Measured tyre pressure is out- workshop, preferably an to the limit of permitted toler- side permitted tolerance. authorised BMW Motorrad ance. Check the tyre for damage and dealer. Correct the tyre pressure as to ascertain whether the mo-...
  • Page 38 Have the fault rectified by a Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably One or two RDC sensors have specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad failed. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Have the fault rectified by a dealer.
  • Page 39 A system error has occurred. Seek the advice of a specialist Have the fault rectified by a workshop, preferably an author- specialist workshop, preferably ised BMW Motorrad dealer. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak with tyre pressure monitoring...

  • Page 41: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch and steering lock ..38 Damping ......49 Electronic immobiliser EWS .

  • Page 42: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock

    Electrically powered accessor- with topcase, small ies remain operational for a lim- If you wish you can arrange to with BMW Motorrad Integral ited period of time. have the cases and the top- The battery can be recharged case fitted with locks that can via the socket.

  • Page 43: Electronic Immobiliser Ews

    You can obtain replacement/extra for starting until the engine con- keys only through an authorised trol unit has recognised the key BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys as "authorised" for your motor- are part of an integrated security cycle. system, so the dealer is under an...

  • Page 44: Reading

    Trip II Set the clock only when the mo- Hold down the button until the Tripmeter 2 ( torcycle is stationary. minutes number stops flashing. Warnings, if applicable This completes the process. Switch on the ignition. with on-board computer Reading Select the readings Switch on the ignition.

  • Page 45: Lights

    Reset the average values Current consumption in l/ The side lights place 100 km a strain on the battery. with on-board computer Do not switch the ignition Range in km Switch on the ignition. on for longer than absolutely Select average consumption or necessary.

  • Page 46: Turn Indicators

    High-beam headlight and ately 10 seconds and covered a distance of about 300 m. headlight flasher Immediately after switching off the ignition, push button 1 and hold it in this position until the Press top section of switch 1 Press button 1 to switch on parking lights come on.

  • Page 47: Hazard Warning Flashers

    If you press a turn-indicat- or button with the ignition switched on, the turn-indicator function is activated instead of the hazard warning flashers, and remains active until you release the button. The hazard warning flashers recommence flashing as soon as the button is released. Press button 3 to switch off Press button 3 to switch off the flashing turn indicators.

  • Page 48: Emergency Off Switch

    Emergency off switch (kill switch) Normal operating position Grip-heating switch (run) Engine switched off. The handlebar grips have two- Emergency off switch (kill stage heating. Stage two is for You cannot start the engine switch) heating the grips quickly: it is ad- unless the kill switch is in visable to switch back to stage the run position.

  • Page 49: Automatic Stability Control Asc

    Deactivating ASC function off to ensure the battery's start- ASC warning light remains ing capability. Switch on the ignition. The ASC function is deactiv- You have the option of de- ated. activating the ASC function while the motorcycle is on the Activating ASC function move.

  • Page 50: Clutch

    The ASC warning light re- Attempting to adjust the The adjusting screw is easi- mains off or continues to clutch lever while riding the er to turn if you push the flash. motorcycle can lead to accidents. clutch lever forward. Do not attempt to adjust the The ASC function is activated.

  • Page 51: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Adjust the mirrors Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise to increase the span Push the protective cap up between the brake lever and over the threaded fastener on Turn the mirror to the correct the handlebar grip. the mirror arm.

  • Page 52: Spring Preload

    Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Spring preload Setting It is essential to set spring pre- load of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the mo- torcycle. Increase spring preload Your motorcycle's hand- when the motorcycle is heavily Basic setting of spring ling will suffer if you do not loaded and reduce spring preload...

  • Page 53: Damping

    Damping Setting Damping must be adapted to suit the surface on which the motor- cycle is ridden and to suit spring preload. An uneven surface requires softer damping than a smooth surface. If you want a harder damping There is a risk of injury An increase in spring preload characteristic, turn adjusting by burns if you adjust the...

  • Page 54: Electronic Suspension Ad

    Three spring-preload stages can Basic setting of rear-sus- be combined with any of three pension damping charac- damper settings. teristic Calling up settings Turn the adjusting screw as Switch on the ignition. far as it will go in the direc- tion indicated by the H arrow and then turn it back one and a half turns in the direc-...
  • Page 55 In order to ensure rapid adjust- cycle before increasing spring ment at ambient temperatures Press button 1 to view the cur- preload; if applicable, have your below 0 °C, BMW Motorrad re- rent setting. passenger dismount. commends adjusting the sus- Repeatedly press button 1 until...

  • Page 56: Tyres

    Tyres Repeatedly press button 1 until Check tyre pressures against the setting you want to use the data below. Checking tyre pressure appears on the display. Tyre pressure, front Incorrect tyre pressures im- The display field starts at the pair the motorcycle's hand- current status and cycles through ling characteristics and increase the following sequence:...

  • Page 57: Seat

    Seat preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Remove the seat Commercially available ad- Make sure the ground is level hesive tape will damage the and firm and place the motor- plastic lens of the light. cycle on its stand. Consult a specialist workshop,...
  • Page 58 Installing seat Introduce seat 2 into mounts 3. Firmly press down on the seat at the rear. The seat engages with an aud- ible click.

  • Page 59: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....56 Checklist ......58 Starting .

  • Page 60: Safety Instructions

    When riding over with cases the year. Your authorised BMW kerbs and similar obstacles, bear Make sure that the weight is Motorrad dealer will be glad to...

  • Page 61: Catalytic Converter

    with topcase, small cause loss of consciousness with Payload of luggage carri- fatal consequences. Note the maximum permissible Do not inhale exhaust fumes. payload and the speed limit for Do not run the engine in an en- riding with topcase fitted, as }5 kg closed space.

  • Page 62: Checklist

    result. In extreme cases, the Checklist Note the points listed for protec- motorcycle could catch fire. tion of the catalytic converter. Use the following checklist to Do not allow the engine to idle check important functions, set- Risk of overheating unnecessarily.

  • Page 63: Starting

    Starting with BMW Motorrad Integral The start attempt is auto- matically interrupted if bat- Side stand tery voltage is too low. Recharge ABS self-diagnosis is You cannot start the motorcycle the battery before you start the performed. ( with the side stand extended and...
  • Page 64 The ABS warning light goes The rev. counter and speedo- out. meter needles both swing back BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- to rest. At the same time, all the If an indicator showing an ABS warning lights and telltale lights...

  • Page 65: Running In

    The ASC warning light goes (ASC) ing high-speed main roads and out. BMW Motorrad ASC performs highways if possible. If an indicator showing an ASC self-diagnosis to ensure its op- Comply with the rpm limits for fault appears when ASC self- erability.

  • Page 66: Brakes

    Apply the brakes in good time. is shifted to the front wheel. The with BMW Motorrad Integral higher the wheel load, the more Tyres braking force can be transmitted ABS has to intervene to keep New tyres have a smooth sur- without the wheel locking.

  • Page 67: Parking Your Motorcycle

    could overheat and suffer severe Wetness and dirt result in The side stand is designed damage. poor braking efficiency. to support only the weight of the motorcycle. Use both front and rear brakes, Apply the brakes lightly while and make use of the engine's riding to remove wetness and Do not lean or sit on the braking effect as well.

  • Page 68: Refuelling

    motorcycle would topple in Fuel attacks plastics, which consequence. become dull or unsightly. Do not lean or sit on the mo- Wipe off plastic parts immediately torcycle with the centre stand if they come into contact with extended. fuel. Extend the centre stand and Leaded fuel will destroy the lift the motorcycle onto the catalytic converter.

  • Page 69: Secure The Motorcycle For Transport

    Remove the key and close the Make sure that the motorcycle Recommended fuel protective cap. cannot topple sideways. grade Push the motorcycle onto the Secure the motorcycle Premium plus unleaded transportation flat and hold it in for transportation 98 ROZ/RON position: do not place it on the 91 AKI side stand or centre stand.
  • Page 70 Pass the straps through the leading link and tighten the straps. At the rear, secure the straps to the rear footrests on both sides and tighten the straps. Tighten all the straps uniformly; the motorcycle's suspension should be compressed as tightly as possible front and rear.

  • Page 71: Engineering Details

    Integral ABS ......68 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC ....70 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC ..72...

  • Page 72: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Integral Abs

    Do not attempt burn-outs. condition of the road surface. How does ABS work? with BMW Motorrad Integral What are the effects of The amount of braking force that surface irregularities? can be transferred to the road...

  • Page 73: Bmw Motorrad Integral

    Motorrad Integral ABS? reacts instantly and adjusts brak- Within the limits imposed by Rear wheel lift ing force accordingly to achieve physics, the BMW Motorrad In- Under very severe and sudden optimum braking. tegral ABS ensures directional deceleration, however, under cer- stability on any surface.

  • Page 74: Electronic Engine Manage

    Motorrad ASC of maintenance. iary stand, engine idling or with In order to ensure that the BMW with Automatic Stability Control a gear engaged. Motorrad Integral ABS is always (ASC)
  • Page 75 BMW Do not take risks that would neg- The BMW Motorrad ASC can Motorrad ASC? ate the additional safety offered shut down automatically under BMW Motorrad ASC is designed by this system.

  • Page 76: Tyre Pressure Monitoring Rdc

    30 km/ a corresponding loss of stability. Tyre pressure close to limit of h. The display shows The BMW Motorrad ASC is un- permitted tolerance. each tyre until the tyre-pressure able to control a situation of this...
  • Page 77 Temperature the pressures shown by the multifunction display. compensation Tyre pressure is a temperature- Pressure adaptation sensitive variable: pressure in- Compare the RDC readings creases as tyre temperature rises on the multifunction display and decreases as tyre temper- with the value in the table on ature drops.

  • Page 79: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....76 Power sockets ..... . 76 Case .

  • Page 80: General Instructions

    BMW The power sockets are shut proved by BMW for this purpose. motorcycles without constituting down automatically under the Genuine BMW parts and ac- a safety hazard. Country-specific...

  • Page 81: Case

    Un- considerable amount of heat on der these circumstances your au- account of the position of the thorised BMW motorcycle dealer rear silencer. will supply a retrofit heat shield. Severe damage to the left case caused by heat from Push lock barrel 1 down.
  • Page 82 Remove the cases Pull the release lever all the way up. The lid of the case opens. Closing cases Push release lever 2 down until it engages. Turn the key to the RELEASE Turn the key in the case lock position in the case lock.

  • Page 83: Topcase

    Opening topcase The case is released and can be removed. Installing cases Pull the case handle up as far as it will go. Push handle 3 down until it engages. Turn the key to the OPEN pos- Turn the key in the case lock ition in the topcase lock.
  • Page 84 Pull the release lever all the way up. The lid of the topcase opens. Close the topcase Push release lever 2 down until Pull handle 3 up as far as it will it engages. Turn the key in the topcase Lift the topcase at the rear and lock to the LOCK position and remove it from the luggage...
  • Page 85 Hook the topcase into position Push handle 3 down until it on the luggage carrier. Make engages. sure that the four hooks on the Turn the key in the topcase topcase are securely seated in lock to the LOCK position and the corresponding keepers in remove the key from the lock.

  • Page 87: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....84 Toolkit ......84 Engine oil .

  • Page 88: General Instructions

    Some of the work calls for spe- blade cial tools and a thorough know- Adjusting damping for ledge of motorcycle technology. rear wheel ( 49). If you are in doubt consult a spe- cialist workshop, preferably your authorised BMW Motorrad deal-...

  • Page 89: Engine Oil

    In order to ensure that the en- gine oil level is read correctly, check the oil level only after a BMW Motorrad has assembled lengthy trip. a tools service set that is ideal Switch off the engine when it is for carrying out extended service at operating temperature.

  • Page 90: Brake System

    Have the oil level corrected 85). by a specialist workshop, Install the cap of the engine oil preferably an authorised BMW filler neck, making sure that the Motorrad dealer. Use the tool from the toolkit to sealing ring is correctly posi-...
  • Page 91 Have the brakes checked by a In order to ensure the dependab- specialist workshop, preferably ility of the brake system, do not an authorised BMW Motorrad permit the brake pads to wear dealer. past the minimum permissible Check the front brake pad thickness.
  • Page 92 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Visually inspect the brake pads Brake-pad wear limit, Brake-pad wear to ascertain their thickness.
  • Page 93 Check the brake-fluid level, front brakes A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. This significantly reduces braking efficiency. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals. Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2 Check the brake fluid level in Make sure the ground is level is between the brake pads.
  • Page 94 Consult a If the brake fluid level drops be- specialist workshop, preferably low the permitted level: an authorised BMW Motorrad Have the defect rectified as dealer. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 95: Clutch

    Have the clutch checked by a Brake fluid level, rear rear reservoir 1. specialist workshop, preferably Wear of the brake pads an authorised BMW Motorrad DOT4 brake fluid causes the brake fluid level dealer. in the reservoir to sink. It is impermissible for the...

  • Page 96: Rims And Tyres

    Check the clutch fluid level in an authorised BMW Motorrad spokes. reservoir 1. dealer. If the notes vary: Wear of the clutch causes...

  • Page 97: Wheels

    Tyre recommendation calculations. Any change in these Make sure the ground is level For each size of tyre BMW influencing variables, caused for and firm and place the motor- Motorrad tests and classifies example by a switch to wheels cycle on its stand.

  • Page 98: Remove The Front Wheel

    Mask off the parts of the wheel sensor. Be sure to draw the rim that could be scratched in with tyre pressure monitoring attention of the authorised BMW the process of removing the (RDC) Motorrad dealer or specialist brake calipers.

  • Page 99: Installing Front Wheel

    Remove screws 2 on left and the BMW Motorrad front-wheel wheel. right. stand for lifting the motorcycle. Install the front-wheel stand Roll the front wheel forward to 100). remove. Force the brake pads 3 slightly...
  • Page 100 ASC systems at the start of this with BMW Motorrad Integral chapter. Take care not to damage the Threaded fasteners not ABS sensor on the left-hand tightened to the specified side when rolling the wheel into torque can work loose or their position.
  • Page 101 Ease the brake calipers on to with BMW Motorrad Integral the brake discs. The cable of the ABS sensor could chafe through if it comes into contact with the Clip on two retaining clips 1 Tighten screws 2 on left and brake disc.

  • Page 102: Removing Rear Wheel

    the brake lever is pulled or the Slacken screw 1 of the clamp brake pedal depressed. and slip the clamp to the rear. Do not remove the sealing Operate the brake several grease from the clamp. times until the brake pads are bedded.
  • Page 103 Install screws 1 and tighten to ised BMW Motorrad dealer. the specified tightening torque. Seat the rear wheel on the Rear wheel to wheel car- rear-wheel adapter.

  • Page 104: Front-Wheel Stand

    bination with front-wheel ad- Silencer to rear frame apter (83 30 0 402 242). 19 Nm Tighten screw 1 to the spe- cified tightening torque. Clamp to silencer and Slacken adjusting screws 1. manifold Push the two adapters 2 apart until the front forks fit between Slip the clamp forward as far as 28 Nm...

  • Page 105: Bulbs

    Bulbs General instructions A warning appears in the multi- function display if a bulb is de- fective. If the brake or rear light fails, the symbol is accompan- ied by the 'General' warning light, which lights up yellow. If the rear light fails the second filament of Align the two adapters 2 so If the motorcycle is on the...
  • Page 106 The bulb is pressurised and remove bulb 3 from the bulb can cause injury if dam- socket. aged. Replace the defective bulb. Wear protective goggles and gloves when changing bulbs. Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight The types of bulb fitted to your motorcycle are listed H11 / 12 V / 55 W in the section entitled "Technical...
  • Page 107 Installing headlight in housing 108). Replacing parking-light bulb Remove the headlight ( 107). Remove bulb 2 from bulb There is a risk of mixing up socket 1. the full-beam headlight bulb and the low-beam headlight bulb Replace the defective bulb. when installing the bulb sockets.
  • Page 108 Replacing brake light and rear light bulb The steps in the procedure described here also apply by analogy to a motorcycle with a luggage carrier. Remove the seat ( 53). Install bulb 2 in bulb socket 1. Remove screw 1. Work the bulb housing to the rear to remove.
  • Page 109 Press bulb 3 into its socket Press bulb 3 into its socket Seat the bulb housing in hold- and turn it counter-clockwise to and turn it clockwise to install. ers 4. remove. Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for tail light/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Turn bulb socket 2 clockwise...
  • Page 110 Replacing turn indicator bulb, front/rear Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Slip the tail trim into position Pull the glass out of the reflect- underneath the passenger grab or housing at the threaded- handle.

  • Page 111: Headlight

    Replace the defective bulb. Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W with LED turn indicators Bulbs for flashing turn Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install Install screw 1. indicators, rear it in the bulb housing. Headlight RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Remove the headlight...
  • Page 112 Installing headlight in housing Remove screw 1. Install cover 2; make sure that tabs 5 of the cover engage the Ease cover 2 forward to re- corresponding holders. move. Position the headlight in the housing. Install screw 3. Install screw 1. Remove screw 3.

  • Page 113: Jump Starting

    Jump starting donor vehicle has a voltage rating tery and the other end to the of 12 V. negative terminal of the dis- The wires leading to the charged battery (negative on Make sure the ground is level power socket do not have this vehicle: position 2).

  • Page 114: Battery

    You can ob- Do not turn the battery upside Use BMW chargers with the tain additional information from down part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 your authorised BMW Motorrad (220 V) or, as applicable, dealer.

  • Page 115: Removing Battery

    the battery from the on-board on-board socket is switched off The battery has to be re- systems and connect the charger when this happens. charged at regular intervals directly to the battery. in the course of a lengthy period Comply with the operating in- of disuse.

  • Page 116: Installing Battery

    Remove screw 3, disengage Engage the retainer at the bot- Disconnection in the wrong the retaining strap at the bot- tom, push it over the battery sequence increases the risk tom and remove. and install screw 3. of short-circuits. Lift the battery up and out; Always proceed in the correct work it slightly back and forth sequence.
  • Page 117 If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Installing seat ( 54). Setting clock ( 39).

  • Page 119: Care

    Care Care products ..... 116 Washing motorcycle ....116 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 120: Care Products

    Headlight lens made of plastic until the brake discs and brake BMW Motorrad recommends pads have dried out. Glass of the instrument panel that you use BMW insect re- Black, unpainted parts mover to soften and wash off insects and stubborn dirt on...

  • Page 121: Paint Care

    BMW rubber-care Chrome include spilt fuel, oil, grease, products. brake fluid and bird droppings. Use plenty of water and BMW Using silicone sprays for We recommend BMW vehicle shampoo to clean chrome, par- the care of rubber seals can...

  • Page 122: Protective Wax Coating

    "puddles" on BMW Motorrad dealer. Com- the surface, instead of forming bine work for laying up/restoring beads. to use with a BMW service or inspection. Laying up motorcycle Restoring motorcycle Clean the motorcycle. to use Removing battery ( 111).

  • Page 123: Technical Data

    Technical data troubleshooting chart ....120 Riding specifications ....134 Threaded fasteners ....121 Engine .

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting Chart

    troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Emergency off switch (kill switch) Kill switch in operating position Side stand Retract the side stand ( Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 64).

  • Page 125: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper to slider tube M8 x 30 - 10.9 30 Nm Clamping screw (quick-release axle) in slider tube M8 x 35 19 Nm Quick-release axle in axle holder M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid...
  • Page 126 Mirror arm Value Valid Locknut (mirror) to adapter M10 x 1.25 22 Nm Adapter (mirror) to clamp 25 Nm Headlight Value Valid Headlight to fairing bracket M8 x 30 8 Nm Micro-encapsulated...

  • Page 127: Engine

    Engine Engine design Four-stroke opposed twin, air-cooled with oil- cooled exhaust ports, installed longitudinally, two overhead camshafts and four radially positioned valves per cylinder, electronic engine manage- ment. Displacement 1170 cm Cylinder bore 101 mm Piston stroke 73 mm Compression ratio 12.0 : 1 Nominal output 81 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min...

  • Page 128: Fuel

    Fuel Recommended fuel grade Premium plus unleaded 98 ROZ/RON 91 AKI alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 18 l Reserve fuel approx. 3 l BMW recommends BP fuels...

  • Page 129: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Engine oil, capacity max 4.0 l, with filter change of products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally admissible viscosity classes SAE 5W-40, API SF / ACEA A2, or better ~-20 °C SAE 5W-~50, API SF / ACEA A2, or better ~-20 °C...

  • Page 130: Clutch

    Clutch clutch type Single-plate dry clutch Transmission gearbox type Helical 6-speed gearbox with integral reaction damper, claw-action shift by sliding sleeves Gearbox transmission ratios 1,737, Primary transmission ratio 2.375 (38:16 teeth), 1st gear 1.696 (39:23 teeth), 2nd gear 1.296 (35:27 teeth), 3rd gear 1.065 (33:31 teeth), 4th gear 0.939 (31:33 teeth), 5th gear 0.848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 131: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy single swinging arm with two joints and torque reaction link Gear ratio of final drive 2,75 : 1 Running gear...
  • Page 132 Rear wheel Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy single swinging arm with two joints and torque reaction link Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filled shock absorber, steplessly adjustable rebound damping and hydraulically adjustable spring pre-...

  • Page 133: Brakes

    BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Sintered metal Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com". Front wheel front wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2...

  • Page 134: Electrics

    Rear wheel rear-wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2 with spoked wheels Spoked wheel with 40 spokes rear wheel rim size 5.50" x 17" Tyre designation, rear 180 / 55 ZR 17 Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, tyre cold Electrics...
  • Page 135 Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK MAR8B-JDS Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8 mm Lighting Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H11 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front...

  • Page 136: Frame

    Frame Frame type Tubular steel front frame and rear frame, with load-bearing drive unit type plate location Rear frame, on right below seat VIN location Front frame top centre Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2145 mm Height of motorcycle 1317 mm, in DIN normal-load position; with mir- rors with lowered suspension 1302 mm, in DIN normal-load position;...

  • Page 137: Weights

    rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1840 mm, Without rider with comfort seat, high 1860 mm, Without rider with dual seat, low 1740 mm, Without rider with lowered suspension 1720 mm, Without rider with dual seat, low with dual seat 1800 mm, Without rider Weights Unladen weight...

  • Page 138: Riding Specifications

    Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h...

  • Page 139: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad service ... . 136 BMW Motorrad service quality ..136 BMW Motorrad mobility services - roadside assistance ....136 BMW Motorrad service network .

  • Page 140: Bmw Motorrad Service

    To ensure that your BMW is al- BMW Motorrad mobility ably an authorised BMW Motor- ways in optimum condition, BMW rad dealer.

  • Page 141: Network

    BMW Service place to look after you and your advance when the time for a ser- The BMW Service is carried out motorcycle in more than 100 vice is approaching, on the basis once a year; the extent of servi- countries.

  • Page 142: Confirmation Of Mainten

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 143 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 144 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 145 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 146 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...

  • Page 147: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Item Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 148 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 149: Index

    Warning, battery charge Replacing parking-light Abbreviations and symbols, 6 current, 30 bulb, 103 BMW Motorrad service, 136 Replacing rear light bulb, 104 Engineering details, 68 Brake fluid Replacing turn indicator bulb, Self-diagnosis, 60 Checking fluid level, front, 89 front/rear, 106...
  • Page 150 Underneath the seat, 14 Damping Control, 15 Warning and telltale lights, 22 Adjuster, 11 Operation, 50 Grip heating, 44 Adjusting, 49 Control, 16 Dimensions Frame Technical data, 132 Technical data, 132 Handlebar fittings Front-wheel stand General view, left side , 15 Installing, 100 Electrics General view, right side, 16...
  • Page 151 Lights Multifunction display, 17 Ignition Headlight flasher, 42 Overview, 20 Switching off, 38 Parking light, 42 Select the readings, 40 Switching on, 38 Switch on the high-beam Immobiliser headlight, 42 Reserve key, 39 Odometer and tripmeters Switching on low-beam Control, 17 Warning, 29 headlight, 41 On-board computer...
  • Page 152 Running gear topcase Technical data Technical data, 127 Operation, 79 Brakes, 129 Running in, 61 Torques, 121 Bulbs, 131 Transmission Clutch, 126 Technical data, 126 Dimensions, 132 Safety instructions Transportation for brakes, 62 Electrics, 130 Lashing, 65 for riding, 56 Engine, 123 troubleshooting chart, 120 Seat...
  • Page 153 Vehicle identification number Position on the motorcycle, 13 Warning lights, 17 Overview, 22 Warnings Mode of presentation, 25 With anti-theft alarm, 31 With on-board computer, 30 Warnings, overview, 26 Weights Payload table, 14 Technical data, 133 Wheels Change of size, 93 Checking rims, 92 Checking spokes, 92 Install the rear wheel, 98...

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