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  • Page 3 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents You can also consult the index at 3 Status indicators ..21 Tyre pressure monitoring the end of this Rider's Manual if Standard status indicat- RDC ......49 you want to find a particular topic ors .
  • Page 5 7 Accessories ... . . 77 Cleaning easily damaged BMW Motorrad service ..138 General instructions ..78 components ....120 BMW Motorrad service Power socket .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: 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 9: Equipment

    This Rider's Manual are quoted to the Rider's Manual describes option- standards and comply with the al extras (OE) offered by BMW tolerance requirements of the and selected optional accessor- Deutsches Institut für Normung ies (OA). This explains why the e.V.

  • Page 11: General Views

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

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Payload table (on left of steering-head bearing) Seat lock ( Engine-oil filler neck Oil dipstick (...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Fuel filler neck ( Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( VIN, type plate (on steering-head bearing, right) Brake-fluid reservoir, front Coolant-level indicator with power socket Power socket ( Adjuster for damping char- acteristic, rear suspension Brake-fluid reservoir, rear...

  • Page 16: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Tool for adjusting spring preload ( Standard toolkit ( Rider's Manual Location of first-aid kit (OA) Table of tyre pressures with service toolkit Stowage for on-board tool- kit service kit (...

  • Page 17: Underneath The Trim Panel

    Underneath the trim panel Battery ( 115) Puncture kit (OA)

  • Page 18: Handlebar Fitting, Left

    Handlebar fitting, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( with on-board com- puter Operating the on-board computer ( Hazard warning flashers Operation of the flashing turn indicators ( Horn...

  • Page 19: Handlebar Fitting, Right

    Handlebar fitting, right with heated handlebar grips Grip heating ( Starter button ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) (...

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Telltale lights ( Speedometer Operation of the clock Multifunction display Operating the odometer with on-board com- puter Operation of the stopwatch Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) RPM redline warning with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm telltale light (see the instructions for use for the anti-theft alarm)
  • Page 21 The instrument-cluster lighting has automatic day and night switchover.

  • Page 22: Headlight

    Headlight Low-beam headlight High-beam headlight Parking light...

  • Page 23: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Standard status indicators ..22 Status indicators with on-board computer ......23 Status indicators with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) .

  • Page 24: Standard Status Indicators

    Standard status Telltale lights Service-due indicator indicators Multifunction display High-beam headlight If the next service is due in less Flashing turn indicators, than one month, the date for the next service 1 is shown briefly left Clock ( after the Pre-Ride Check com- Idle Odometer and tripmeters pletes.

  • Page 25: Status Indicators With On

    Gear indicator ( preferably an authorised BMW the forecast due date 2. If the Coolant temperature Motorrad dealer. countdown distance to the odo-...

  • Page 26: (Rdc)

    Standard warnings Coolant temperature The horizontal bars above Mode of presentation the temperature symbol indicate the coolant temperature. Fuel capacity The horizontal bars above the fuel-pump symbol in- dicate the remaining quantity of fuel. The top bar is larger than Tyre-pressure readout the others and the quantity of fuel it represents is significantly...
  • Page 27 The possible warnings are listed on the next page. Warning symbols 1 and 2 can appear on the multifunction dis- play. Text warnings such as 3, for example, appear in the odo- meter panel and are accompan- ied by warning-triangle symbol 4. If two or more warnings occur at the same time, all the appropriate warning lights and warning sym-...
  • Page 28 Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Electronic immobiliser active ( play appears on the display. Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up red Flashes Coolant temperature too high ( Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Engine in emergency-operation mode play...
  • Page 29 Coolant temperature too switched on so that the radiat- placed, preferably by an au- high or fan continues to operate. thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. General warning light shows If the coolant temperature is red. Fuel down to reserve frequently too high, have the...
  • Page 30 BMW gine runs in emergency operating Possible cause: mode. Motorrad dealer. The engine-oil level is too low. You can continue to ride, but Check the engine oil level Engine in emergency- bear in mind that the usual en- 89).

  • Page 31: Warnings Issued By The On-Board Computer

    Replace defective bulbs as ABS warnings soon as possible; always carry a with BMW Motorrad ABS complete set of spare bulbs if possible. Mode of presentation Possible cause: Headlight bulb, bulb or turn-indic- Ambient-temperature reading 1 ator bulb defective.
  • Page 32 The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad ABS start on page ( 72), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page.
  • Page 33 Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning Flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( Lights up ABS fault (...

  • Page 34: Rdc Warnings

    The ABS function is not quickly as possible by a available, because self- specialist workshop, preferably diagnosis did not complete. The an authorised BMW Motorrad motorcycle has to move forward dealer. a few metres for the wheel Warning symbol 1 indicates a sensors to be tested.
  • Page 35 The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad RDC start on page ( 74), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page.
  • Page 36 Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted play tolerance ( The critical pres- sure flashes. Flashes red Appears on the dis- Tyre pressure outside permitted toler- play ance ( The critical pres-...
  • Page 37 General warning light shows workshop, preferably an yellow. Warning-triangle symbol authorised BMW Motorrad appears on the display. dealer. Warning-triangle symbol appears on the display. If you are unsure whether the The critical pressure flashes.
  • Page 38 RDC toms. Under these circum- specialist workshop, preferably stances: readings. Assume that a per- an authorised BMW Motorrad manent fault has not occurred Have the fault rectified by a dealer. unless the 'General' warning specialist workshop, preferably...

  • Page 39: Anti-Theft Alarm Warnings

    Seek the advice of a specialist only briefly after the pre- workshop, preferably an author- ride check completes. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Possible cause: The integral battery in the tyre- pressure sensor has lost a sig- nificant proportion of its original capacity.

  • Page 41: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch and steering lock ..40 Spring preload ..... . 54 Electronic immobiliser EWS ..41 Damping .

  • Page 42: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock

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

  • Page 43: Electronic Immobiliser Ews

    The motorcycle's electronics keys only through an authorised Handlebars locked. exchange certain continuously BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys Key can be removed. changing signals with the elec- are part of an integrated secur- tronics in the key; these signals...

  • Page 44: Clock

    been barred can subsequently be Repeatedly press the button with on-board computer cleared and reactivated for use. until the hours number is cor- rect. Clock Press and hold down the but- ton until the minutes number 3 Setting clock flashes. Attempting to set the clock Repeatedly press the button while riding the motorcycle...

  • Page 45: On-Board Computer

    The following values can be dis- Press and hold down button 2 Repeatedly press button 1 until played: until the tripmeter reading is the reading shows the value reset. you want. Total distance covered 3 On-board computer Trip I Tripmeter 1 ( Trip II Tripmeter 2 ( with on-board computer...

  • Page 46: Average Speed

    Average speed Average speed temporarily appears on the display. Average consumption If ambient temperature drops be- low 3 °C the temperature dis- play flashes to draw your atten- Current consumption tion to the risk of black ice form- ing. The display automatically Range switches from any other mode to the temperature reading when...

  • Page 47: Average Consumption

    Average consumption Press and hold down button 1 Press and hold down button 1 until the average-speed reading until the average-consumption Average consumption 1 is cal- is reset. reading is reset. culated by dividing the distance covered since the last reset by the corresponding amount of fuel used.

  • Page 48: Current Consumption

    The calculated range is only same as the average that can be an approximate reading. viewed on the display. Consequently, BMW Motorrad On account of the shape of the recommends that you should not tank, accurate measurement is try to use the full range before possible only when fill level is refuelling.

  • Page 49: Operating Stopwatch

    Stopwatch use button 2 to operate the on- board computer. The stopwatch continues to time in the background if you switch back temporarily to the odometer reading. Similarly, the stopwatch continues timing if you temporar- ily switch off the ignition. Operating stopwatch When the stopwatch is stopped, press button 2 to...
  • Page 50 Changing button INFO button on the handlebar dicate that the engine is red- lining. fitting. functions The signal remains active un- : Stopwatch and odomet- er operated by means of but- til you shift up or reduce engine speed. You can activate or deac- ton 2 in the instrument panel.

  • Page 51: Tyre Pressure Monitoring Rdc

    : Redline warning activated. ing on the right is the rear tyre -- -- pressure. appears dir- : Redline warning deactiv- ectly after the ignition is switched ated. on, because the sensors do not To save the setting, press transmit tyre pressures until the button 1 and button 2 at first time the motorcycle acceler- the same time and hold...

  • Page 52: Turn Indicators

    Parking light Turn indicators When the engine is not running you can switch on Switch off the ignition. Operating flashing turn the lights by switching on the ig- indicators nition and either switching on the Switch on the ignition. high-beam headlight or operating the headlight flasher.

  • Page 53: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Emergency off switch Centre button 1 to cancel the flashing turn indicators. (kill switch) Hazard warning flashers Operating hazard warning flashers Switch on the ignition. The hazard warning flash- Press button 1 to switch on ers place a strain on the the hazard warning flashers.

  • Page 54: Grip Heating

    The increase in power con- sumption caused by the grip heating can drain the bat- tery if you are riding at low en- gine speeds. If the charge level is low, grip heating is switched off to ensure the battery's start- ing capability.

  • Page 55: Clutch

    Clutch the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip. Adjusting clutch lever The adjusting screw is easi- Attempting to adjust the er to turn if you push the clutch lever while riding the clutch lever forward. motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the Brakes clutch lever unless the motor-...

  • Page 56: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Adjusting mirrors 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 when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload Push protective cap 1 up over...

  • Page 57: Damping

    Adjust the damping characteristic to suit spring preload. If you want to increase spring preload, use the tool from the on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 clockwise. If you want to reduce spring preload, use the tool from the on-board toolkit to turn knob 2 Remove on-board toolkit 1.

  • Page 58: Tyres

    Tyres Adjusting damping for rear wheel Checking tyre pressure Make sure the ground is level Incorrect tyre pressures im- and firm and place the motor- pair the motorcycle's hand- cycle on its stand. ling characteristics and increase the rate of tyre wear. Always check that the tyre pres- sures are correct.

  • Page 59: Headlight

    Adjusting headlight beam Check tyre pressures against preferably an authorised BMW the data below. Motorrad dealer. throw Tyre pressure, front Headlight beam throw and spring preload Headlight beam throw is gener- 2.5 bar (Tyre cold) ally kept constant when spring Tyre pressure, rear preload is adjusted to suit load.

  • Page 60: Seat

    Beam-throw basic setting Remove the seat and place it, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. Installing seat Turn the key to the left in seat lock 1 and hold it in this pos- Slacken screws 1 on left and ition while pressing down the right.

  • Page 61: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....60 Checklist ......62 Starting .

  • Page 62: Safety Instructions

    Do not exceed the permissible fatal consequences. the year. Your authorised BMW gross weight and be sure to Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Motorrad dealer will be glad to...

  • Page 63: Catalytic Converter

    Tampering with the Catalytic converter Risk of fire control unit of the If misfiring causes unburned fuel Temperatures at the exhaust are electronic engine- to enter the catalytic converter, high. there is a danger of overheating management system Flammable materials (e.g. and damage.

  • Page 64: Checklist

    Pre-ride check is performed. Brakes switch itself off if you start it with Brake-fluid levels, front and rear the gearbox in neutral and then with BMW Motorrad ABS Clutch engage a gear before retracting ABS self-diagnosis is Damping-characteristic setting the side stand.

  • Page 65: Pre-Ride Check

    "Technical data". ( 124) Warning light for oil pressure If a needle did not move or if a Pre-ride check with BMW Motorrad ABS warning light or telltale light did plus: The instrument panel runs a test not show as specified above:...

  • Page 66: Running In

    Test of the wheel sensors as The first 1000 km specialist workshop, preferably the motorcycle pulls away from While running in the motor- an authorised BMW Motorrad rest. cycle, vary the throttle opening dealer. ABS warning light flashes. and engine-speed range fre- ABS self-diagnosis quently.

  • Page 67: Brakes

    The with BMW Motorrad ABS Apply the brakes in good time. higher the wheel load, the more ABS has to intervene to keep braking force can be transmitted the front wheel from locking;...

  • Page 68: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Descending mountain Salt on brakes moisture on the discs or brake pads. passes The brakes may fail to take Apply the brakes in good time effect immediately if the There is a danger of the until the brakes have been motorcycle was ridden on salt- brakes fading if you use cleaned.

  • Page 69: Centre Stand

    Switch off the engine. the handlebars turned to the Hold the motorcycle upright right. and balanced. Pull the handbrake lever. On level ground, always turn the Hold the motorcycle upright An extended side stand can handlebars to the left to set the and balanced.

  • Page 70: Refuelling

    Removing motorcycle Dismount and keep your left onto the road surface. This could hand on the left handlebar grip. cause a fall. from centre stand Grip the rear frame with your Do not fill the tank past the bot- with centre stand right hand.

  • Page 71: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    The volume of the tank can Recommended fuel be utilised to the full only grade when the motorcycle is propped on its side stand. 95 ROZ/RON (Super un- leaded) Usable fuel capacity approx. 16 l Refuel with fuel of the grade stated below;...
  • Page 72 tected against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose. At the rear, secure the straps Risk of damaging compon- to the rear footrests on both ents. sides and tighten the straps. Take care not to trap Tighten all the straps uniformly;...

  • Page 73: Engineering Details

    Engineering details Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABS ....... . 72...

  • Page 74: Brake System With Bmw

    BMW Motorrad ABS will ing force that can be transmit- much lower coefficients of fric- be unable to prevent the rear ted to the road can drop to zero.

  • Page 75: Motorrad Abs

    The system is not op- of maintenance. Rear wheel rotating with the timised for special requirements In order to ensure that the BMW motorcycle held stationary by that apply under extreme com- Motorrad ABS is always main- applying the front brake (burn-...

  • Page 76: Tyre Pressure Monitoring Rdc

    BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to stop. is always 20 °C. The air lines counteract their effects. available to the public in petrol The control unit can adminis-...
  • Page 77 A warning is also issued if tyre pressure drops sharply but stays within the permitted tolerance.

  • Page 79: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....78 Power socket ..... . . 78 Luggage .

  • Page 80: General Instructions

    Ratings for your motorcycle that are ap- nection with BMW motorcycles proved by BMW for this purpose. without constituting a safety haz- Genuine BMW parts and ac- ard. Country-specific official au-...

  • Page 81: Luggage

    Luggage order to ensure that the drain on speed limit for riding with cases the on-board power supply sys- on the motorcycle. Correct loading tem is minimised, the supply to Payload of cases Overloading and imbal- the power socket is cut off ap- anced loads can adversely proximately 15 minutes after the affect the motorcycle's handling.

  • Page 82: Case

    Maximum permissible speed for riding with top- case fitted to the motorcycle see label in topcase with tank rucksack Note the maximum permissible payload of the tank rucksack. Pull luggage strap 1 through Pass luggage strap 1 through Payload of tank rucksack underneath the seat in the vi- luggage rack 3 and pull it tight.
  • Page 83 Opening cases Pull the grey release lever (OPEN) up again and simultaneously pull case lid 3 out of the retainer. Closing cases Push lock straps 1 out and pull them up. Turn the lock barrel to the This expands the case to max- OPEN position.
  • Page 84 Installing cases Press the case lid against the case body. The case volume adapts to the contents. Removing cases Pull the black release lever 1 (RELEASE) up and simultan- Hook the case into the bottom eously pull the case out. holder.

  • Page 85: Topcase

    Secure attachment Opening topcase Screws 1 inside the case allow you to make this adjustment. If a case wobbles or is difficult Turn the key to the OPEN pos- to fit, it has to be adapted to the ition in the topcase lock. Topcase gap between the top and bottom holders.
  • Page 86 Pull the release lever all the way up. The lid of the topcase opens. Closing 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 remove the key from the lock.
  • Page 87 Hook the topcase into position Push handle 3 down until it on the luggage carrier. Make engages. sure that hooks 4 are securely Turn the key in the topcase seated in the corresponding lock to the LOCK position and keepers 5. remove the key from the lock.

  • Page 89: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....88 Battery ......115 Toolkit .

  • Page 90: General Instructions

    Some of the work calls for spe- Adjust the headlight cial tools and a thorough know- beam throw ( 57). ledge of motorcycle technology. Service toolkit If you are in doubt consult a spe- cialist workshop, preferably your with service toolkit authorised BMW Motorrad deal-...

  • Page 91: Engine Oil

    Adapter check the oil level only after a lengthy trip. To accommodate the 1/ 4" bits and the 9x12 mm Wipe the area around the oil and the 3/8" universal-joint filler neck clean. adapter Allow the engine to idle until the fan starts up, then allow it Engine oil to idle one minute longer.
  • Page 92 Have the oil level corrected Remove the oil dipstick and by a specialist workshop, check the oil level. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Install the oil dipstick. Topping up engine oil Remove oil dipstick 1. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.

  • Page 93: Brake System, General

    Brake pads Damage to the engine an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. can result if it is operated Checking front brake pad without enough oil, but the same thickness Incorrect working practices also applies if the oil level is too endanger the reliability of Make sure the ground is level high.
  • Page 94 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Visually inspect the brake pads Brake-pad wear limit, Motorrad dealer. to ascertain their thickness. front...

  • Page 95: Brake Fluid

    Have the brake pads replaced Move the handlebars to the by a specialist workshop, straight-ahead position. preferably an authorised BMW Brake-pad wear limit, rear Motorrad dealer. Brake fluid min 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate.
  • Page 96 If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 97: Coolant

    Topping up coolant the expansion tank. Have the defect rectified as Remove the centre trim panel quickly as possible by a spe- 116). cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 98 swing it down and snap it into mounts 5 and 6. Remove circlip 1 and washer 2. Open cap of expansion tank 1. Top up coolant to specified level. Install screw 3. Close the cap of the expansion tank. Remove screw 3. Raise the side panel slightly at the rear and then work it to the Install washer 2 and circlip 1.

  • Page 99: Clutch

    Have the clutch checked by a lever. To increase clutch play: screw specialist workshop, preferably Measure clutch play A nut 2 up. an authorised BMW Motorrad between the handlebar fitting dealer. To reduce clutch play: screw and the clutch cable. nut 2 down.

  • Page 100: Tyres

    Clean the drive chain with a an authorised BMW Motorrad Tyres have wear indicators suitable cleaning product, dry it dealer. integrated into the main and apply chain lubricant.
  • Page 101 Checking chain tension Chain deflection Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. 30...40 mm (Motorcycle with no weight applied, supported Turn the rear wheel until it on its side stand) reaches the position with the lowest amount of chain sag.

  • Page 102: Wheels

    Wheels Locknut of the final-drive Tyre recommendation chain tensioning screw For each size of tyre BMW 19 Nm Motorrad tests certain makes, Tighten quick-release axle and approves those that it nut 1 to the specified tight- certifies as roadworthy. If BMW ening torque.

  • Page 103: Removing Front Wheel

    Any change in these sensor. Be sure to draw the with tyre pressure monitoring influencing variables, caused for attention of the authorised BMW (RDC) example by a switch to wheels Motorrad dealer or specialist other than those installed ex-...
  • Page 104 BMW Motorrad recommends Force the brake pads 2 slightly Once the calipers have the BMW Motorrad front-wheel apart by rocking brake caliper 3 been removed, there is stand for lifting the motorcycle. back and forth against brake...

  • Page 105: Installing Front Wheel

    Remove quick-release axle 2, workshop, preferably an author- while supporting the wheel. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Roll the front wheel forward to remove. Raise the front wheel, insert quick-release axle 2 and tight- en to specified torque. Slip spacing bushing 3 onto...

  • Page 106: Remove The Rear Wheel

    Remove the front-wheel stand. times until the brake pads are without centre stand bedded. Remove the auxiliary stand. with BMW Motorrad ABS Ease the brake calipers on to the brake discs. Remove screw 1 and remove the speed sensor from its bore.

  • Page 107: Installing Rear Wheel

    Always have the security of the push the axle in as far as it will fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Roll the rear wheel into the swinging arm, making sure that the brake disc passes between Roll the rear wheel as far for- the brake pads.

  • Page 108: Front-Wheel Stand

    Install right adjusting plate 4. Install nut 1, but do not tighten Installing front-wheel it at this point. stand The BMW Motorrad front without centre stand wheel stand is not designed Remove the auxiliary stand. to support the motorcycle without the assistance of an Seat left adjusting plate 6 in auxiliary stand.
  • Page 109 Place the motorcycle on an aux- iliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the mo- torcycle on a suitable auxiliary stand.

  • Page 110: Bulbs

    Make sure the motorcycle is in the section entitled "Technical data". standing firmly. Do not touch the glass of Bulbs new bulbs with your fingers. General instructions Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulbs when handling them. A warning appears in the multi- Dirt deposits, in particular oil and function display if a bulb is de- grease, interfere with heat radi-...
  • Page 111 Remove cover 1 for the high- Disengage spring clips 4 from Install bulb 5, making sure that beam headlight or cover 2 for the fastenings and swing them alignment is correct at posi- the low-beam headlight. aside. tion 6. Remove bulb 5. Close and lock spring clips 4.
  • Page 112 Install cover 1 or cover 2, as Remove cover 2. Remove the bulb from the bulb applicable. holder. Replacing parking-light Replace the defective bulb. bulb Bulb for parking light Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.
  • Page 113 Push the bulb into the bulb Install cover 2. Remove screw 1. socket. Replacing turn indicator bulbs, front and rear Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition. Pull the glass out of the reflect- Insert parking-light bulb 3 into or housing at the threaded-...
  • Page 114 Turn bulb 2 counter-clockwise Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install Install screw 1. and remove it from the bulb it in the bulb housing. Replacing the brake light housing. and rear light bulbs Replace the defective bulb. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Bulbs for flashing turn cycle on its stand.

  • Page 115: Jump Starting

    Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for tail light/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Remove screws 1. Hold the bulb housing in posi- tion and install screws 1. Pull the bulb housing to the rear to remove. Jump starting The wires leading to the power socket do not have...
  • Page 116 Touching live parts of the When jump-starting the engine, terminal 1 of the discharged ignition system with the do not disconnect the battery battery. engine running can cause electric from the on-board electrical Start the engine of the vehicle shock. system.

  • Page 117: Battery

    BMW Motorrad Use BMW chargers with the Do not turn the battery upside dealer. down part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 (220 V) or, as applicable, If the battery is not discon- 71 60 7 688 865 (110 V).
  • Page 118 systems and connect the charger Comply with the operating in- of disuse. See the instructions directly to the battery. structions of the charger. for caring for your battery. Al- ways fully recharge the battery If you are unable to charge If you switch on the igni- before restoring it to use the battery through the on-...

  • Page 119: Removing Battery

    Installing centre trim panel Install four screws 1 on left and Disconnection in the wrong right. sequence increases the risk Install the seat ( 58). of short-circuits. Slip the centre trim panel un- Always proceed in the correct derneath the left and right side Removing battery sequence.

  • Page 120: Installing Battery

    If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Install the centre trim panel 117). Slip the battery holder over the Set the clock ( 42).

  • Page 121: Care

    Care Care products ..... 120 Washing motorcycle ....120 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 122: Care Products

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

  • Page 123: Paint Care

    If plastic parts are cleaned Chrome Do not use silicone sprays or using unsuitable cleaning other care products that contain Use plenty of water and BMW agents, the surfaces can be dam- silicon. shampoo to clean chrome, par- aged. ticularly if it has been exposed to...

  • Page 124: Protective Wax Coating

    BMW Motorrad dealer. Com- It is time to rewax the paint- bine work for laying up/restoring work when water "puddles" on to use with a BMW service or the surface, instead of forming inspection. beads. Restoring motorcycle...

  • Page 125: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 124 Riding specifications ....135 Threaded fasteners ....125 Engine .

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Emergency off switch (kill switch) Kill switch in operating position (run). Side stand Retract the side stand ( 62). Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged. Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 62).

  • Page 127: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on fork leg M10 x 1.25 x 35 - 10.9 30 Nm Clamp of quick-release axle M8 x 40 20 Nm Quick-release axle in fork leg M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Locknut of the final-drive chain...
  • Page 128 Mirrors Value Valid Locknut, mirror to clamp ele- ment 10 Nm...

  • Page 129: Engine

    Engine Engine design Two-cylinder four-stroke, DOHC with chain-and- sprocket drive, 4 valves operated by cam follow- ers, balancing conrod, liquid-cooled cylinders and heads, integral water pump, 6-speed gearbox and dry sump lubrication Displacement 798 cm Cylinder bore 82 mm Piston stroke 75.6 mm Compression ratio 12 : 1...

  • Page 130: Fuel

    Engine oil, capacity 3 l, with filter change 0.3 l, additional, if swing-arm shaft cover is re- moved of products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally admissible viscosity classes Castrol GPS SAE 10W-40 ~-20 °C SAE 10W-40 ~-20 °C, Operation in winter SAE 15W-40 ~-10 °C...

  • Page 131: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath Transmission Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en- gine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 1:2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear 1:1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear 1:1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear 1:1.227 (22/27 teeth), 4th gear 1:1.130 (23/26 teeth), 5th gear 1:1.042 (24/25 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 132: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Secondary transmission ratio 2,350 Running gear Front wheel Type of front suspension Telescopic forks Spring travel, front 125 mm, At wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Type of rear suspension Direct-pivot central spring strut with steplessly adjustable rebound-stage damping Spring travel at rear wheel...

  • Page 133: Brakes

    Brake-pad material, rear 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 Front wheel rim size 3.50"...

  • Page 134: Electrics

    Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, Tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, Tyre cold Electrics Electrical rating of on-board socket 5 A, One on-board socket Fuses Electronic fuses protect the circuits. If an elec- tronic fuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified.
  • Page 135 Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 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 R10W / 12 V / 10 W...

  • Page 136: Frame

    Frame Frame type Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steel rear frame Type plate location Steering head, right VIN location Steering head, right Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2082 mm Height of motorcycle 1240 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 812 mm, across mirrors without mirrors Front-seat height...

  • Page 137: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 199 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 405 kg Maximum payload 201 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h with power reduction 155 km/h...

  • Page 139: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad service ... . 138 BMW Motorrad service quality ..138 BMW Motorrad mobility services - roadside assistance ....138 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: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Service place to look after you and your service is approaching, on the The BMW Service is carried out motorcycle in more than 100 basis of the programmed values. once a year; the extent of servi- countries.

  • Page 142: Ance Work

    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 Brakes Chain Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Adjusting handlebar lever, 53 Adjusting tension, 99 Checking operation, 91 Checking tension, 99 Self-diagnosis, 64 Safety instructions, 65 Checking wear, 100 Accessories Technical data, 131 Lubricating, 98 General instructions, 78 Bulbs Checklist, 62 Anti-theft alarm General instructions, 108 Cleaning, 119 Telltale light, 18...
  • Page 150 Warning for engine oil Right side of motorcycle, 13 Damping pressure, 28 Underneath the seat, 14 Adjuster, rear, 13 Equipment, 7 Grip heating Adjusting, 55 Control, 17 Dimensions Operation, 52 Technical data, 134 First-aid kit Stowage, 14 Frame Handlebar fittings Electrics Technical data, 134 General view, left side, 16...
  • Page 151 Ignition Low-beam headlight Odometer and tripmeters, 22 Switching off, 40 Switching on, 49 Control, 16, 18 Switching on, 40 Luggage Select the readings, 42 Correct loading, 79 Immobiliser, 41 On-board computer Instrument cluster Instructions for loading and Ambient temperature, 44 Ambient-light brightness securing objects, 79 Average consumption, 45...
  • Page 152 Side light Rear-wheel drive, 130 Rear-wheel drive Switching on, 49 Running gear, 130 Technical data, 130 Spark plugs Spark plugs, 132 Redline warning Technical data, 132 Standards, 7 Reading, 18 Speedometer, 18 Transmission, 129 Refuelling, 68 Spring preload Weights, 135 Reserve volume Adjuster, rear, 13 Wheels and tyres, 131...
  • Page 153 Turn indicators Warnings Control, 16 Mode of presentation, 24 Operation, 50 With anti-theft alarm, 37 Telltale light, 22 With on-board computer, 29 Type plate, 13 Warnings, overview, 26, 31, 34 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Weights Adhesive label for rim, 101 Payload table, 11 Operation, 49 Technical data, 135...
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