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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual (US Model) R 1200 GS Adventure...
  • Page 2 Motorcycle/Dealer Data Motorcycle data Dealer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle identification number Phone number Color number Initial registration Dealer's address/phone number (company License plate stamp)
  • Page 3 About this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW. It contains im- portant information on how to operate the controls and how to get the most benefit from your BMW's advanced technical fea- tures.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1 General instructions ..5 Warning symbols in the dis- BMW Motorrad Inte- play panel ....22 gral ABS ....55 Overview .
  • Page 5 Suspension ....145 BMW Motorrad ASC ..92 Case ..... . 128 Brakes .
  • Page 6 Reporting safety defects ....154 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 155 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ....155 Maintenance proce- dures .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Optional accessory When the time comes to sell Instruction. BMW optional acces- your BMW, remember to hand sories can be purchased over this Rider's Manual; it is an Result of an activity. and installed at your au- important part of the motorcycle.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    German DIN standards (TPC). and comply with their tolerance specifications. Versions for indi- Equipment vidual countries may differ. When you ordered your BMW motorcycle, you chose various Notice concerning items of custom equipment. This current status Rider's Manual describes optional...

  • Page 11: Overviews

    Overviews General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Underneath seat ....14 Multifunction switch, left .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Fuel filler opening ( Seat lock ( Adjuster for rear damp- ing (at the bottom on the spring strut) (...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side 10 Battery (behind side panel) 118) Adjuster for spring preload, Auxiliary terminal for jump rear ( starting (behind side panel) Air cleaner (under center 117) fairing panel) ( 116) 11 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Brake-fluid reservoir, front 101) 100) Height adjuster for wind-...

  • Page 16: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Onboard tool kit ( Rider's Manual (US Model) Tire inflation pressure table Payload table Adjuster for the rider's seat height ( Fuses ( 121)

  • Page 17: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( with cruise control Cruise control ( Hazard warning flashers ABS ( ASC ( with dynamic ESA ESA ( with additional LED headlight Additional LED headlight Turn indicators ( Horn Multifunction display with preparation for navi- gation system Navigation system...

  • Page 18: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Heated handlebar grips Riding mode ( Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) ( Starting the engine...

  • Page 19: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Speedometer Tachometer Ambient light sensor (for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting) with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm system in- dicator lamp (see anti-theft alarm system operating in- structions) Warning and indicator lamps ( Multifunction display...

  • Page 21: Displays

    Displays Warning and indicator lamps ..20 Multifunction display ....21 Warning symbols in the display panel ....... 22 Warning lamps .

  • Page 22: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps with cruise control Cruise control ( Neutral position (idling) ASC ( Turn indicator, left ABS ( Turn indicator, right General warning lamp (in conjunction with warn- ing symbols on display) High-beam headlight with additional LED headlight Auxiliary headlight ( 11 Fuel reserve ( The ABS symbol can be...

  • Page 23: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Fuel level Upshift recommendation Gear indicator, shows "N" in neutral (idling) with heated handlebar grips Heated grip settings Odometer ( Service display (mainte- nance interval) ( 155) Warning symbols ( Onboard computer with dynamic ESA ESA setting ( 10 Riding mode ( 11 Clock ( 12 Outside temperature warn-...

  • Page 24: Warning Symbols In The Display

    Warning symbols in the display panel with Tire Pressure Con- trol (TPC/RDC) Tire inflation pressure Electronic immobilizer Coolant temperature Engine oil level ( Electronic engine manage- ment ( Battery charging ( 118) Warnings (...

  • Page 25: Warning Lamps

    Warning lamps The possible warnings are listed on the following pages. Display Warnings are displayed with the corresponding warning lamps. Warnings for which no separate warning lamp is provided are sig- naled by the general warning lamp 1 and are accompanied by a warning symbol in area 2 or by a warning notice in area 3.
  • Page 26 Overview of warning indicators Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel appears on the dis- Outside temperature warning ( play lights up yellow appears on the dis- Electronic immobilizer is active ( play lights up red appears on the dis- Coolant temperature too high ( play...
  • Page 27 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel lights up yellow Indicated with one Tire inflation pressure is at limit of ap- or two arrows and proved range ( critical tire-infla- tion pressure also flashes. flashes red Indicated with one Tire inflation pressure is outside ap- or two arrows and...
  • Page 28 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel lights up ABS error ( lights up ABS deactivated ( flashes rapidly ASC intervention ( flashes slowly ASC self-diagnosis not completed lights up ASC deactivated ( lights up ASC error ( lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Flashes...
  • Page 29 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel appears on the dis- Engine oil level too low ( play OILLVL CHECK is indicated lights up red appears on the dis- Battery charging voltage insufficient play...
  • Page 30 Have the defective key re- BMW Motorrad retailer. At low outside temperatures, icy placed, preferably by an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. conditions must especially be ex- Possible cause: pected on bridges and in shady The coolant temperature is too Coolant temperature too road areas.
  • Page 31 Continued driving is possible, rized BMW Motorrad retailer. however the accustomed en- motorcycle less noticeable to other road users. gine performance may not be Engine in emergency- available.
  • Page 32 Possible cause: the vehicle battery disconnected. shop, preferably an authorized The measured tire inflation pres- Contact an authorized work- BMW Motorrad retailer. sure is in the limit area of the shop, preferably an authorized permissible tolerance. BMW Motorrad retailer. Correct tire inflation pressure in...
  • Page 33 The down arrow facility, preferably an authorized compensation and on inflation indicates an inflation pressure BMW Motorrad retailer. pressure adjustment in the chap- problem on the rear wheel. If you are unsure about the tire's ter "Technology in detail".
  • Page 34 Possible cause: an authorized BMW Motorrad Watch the TCP/RDC display at a higher rate of speed. A con- retailer. 1 or 2 TCP/RDC sensors have tinuous error is only present if failed or a system error has oc- Battery of tire-inflation the general warning lamp also curred.

  • Page 35: Asc Intervention

    BMW Motorrad even after the critical situation pleted. (To check the wheel retailer. has passed. sensors, the motorcycle must...

  • Page 36: Asc Error

    BMW Motorrad retailer. 92). Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Have the malfunction corrected ASC deactivated as soon as possible at an au- Refueling procedure ( 84). The ASC warning lamp thorized workshop, preferably lights up. an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
  • Page 37 The general warning lamp The general warning lamp an authorized BMW Motorrad lights up red. flashes yellow. retailer. The engine symbol flashes. The battery symbol is dis- Engine oil level too low played.

  • Page 38: Outside Temperature

    BMW Motorrad ing at measured temperatures retailer. above 37 °F (3 °C). At low outside temperatures, icy Outside temperature conditions must especially be ex- pected on bridges and in shady Engine heat can lead to spurious road areas.

  • Page 39: Oil Level Indicator

    depends on the driving style (on Service display The conditions for the oil level the consumption) and on the fuel indicator are as follows: level when the warning lamp was Engine at operating tempera- initially activated (see the expla- ture nation above).

  • Page 40: Tire Inflation Pressure

    If the monitored tire inflation The figure on the left side 1 in- BMW Motorrad retailer, for pressure is outside the specified dicates the front tire's inflation setting of the date.
  • Page 41 Upshift recommendation 1 sig- nals the economically best point in time for upshifting.

  • Page 43: Operation

    Mirrors ......71 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ..55 Windshield .

  • Page 44: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Please contact an authorized workshop Insert key into the steering and for this purpose, preferably an ignition lock. Turn key to posi- authorized BMW Motorrad re- tion 1. tailer. Parking lights and all function circuits are switched on.

  • Page 45: Ews Electronic Immobilizer

    BMW Motorrad retailer. possibly present fault codes. recognized as "authorized" for The keys are part of an inte- Handlebars not locked.

  • Page 46: Multifunction Display

    SETUP Multifunction display displayed and selected per push SETUP menu ( ), while stationary only of a button: Selecting display readings Outside temperature Switch on ignition ( 42). with onboard computer Pro EXTEMP The following information is ad- Engine temperature ditionally displayed using the on- ENGTMP board computer Pro:...
  • Page 47 with onboard computer Pro Stopwatch driving time RDTIME Reset tripmeter Switch on ignition ( 42). Repeat pressing button 1 Repeat pressing button 1 briefly, until the average value briefly, until in the top line of SETUP ENTER to be reset is shown in the the display 2 bottom line of the display 2.

  • Page 48: Setting The Clock

    with preparation for navigation system GPS TM : If a navigation sys- tem is installed: apply GPS time and GPS date ( ) re- spectively do not apply them CLOCK : Setting the clock DATE : Setting the date ECOSFT : Show upshift rec- SETUP Press button 1 briefly to re-...
  • Page 49 SETUP In the menu, select Press and hold button 2, until SETUP CLOCK menu the minutes flash in the bottom item. line of display 3. Increase the flashing value us- ing button 1 respectively de- crease it using button 2. Press and hold button 2, until the minutes stop flashing.
  • Page 50 SETUP BC BASIC Increase the flashing value us- In the individualization menu it is ing button 1 respectively de- selected, the factory set- possible to adjust, which infor- crease it using button 2. ting becomes active again. The mation should be shown in which CUSTOM individualization re- Press and hold button 2, until...
  • Page 51 CONS 2 : The value is not indi- : Average consump- BELOW cated. tion 2 ( CONS C Press button 1 briefly to : Current fuel con- change the adjusted value. sumption ( ØSPEED The following menu items can be : Average speed BELOW selected.

  • Page 52: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    The alarm press and hold button 2. vated. tone type can be adjusted by All adjustments applied until an authorized BMW Motorrad Alarm then will be stored. retailer. The alarm can be set off by: Anti-theft alarm system...
  • Page 53 cator lamp then signals the rea- Customize anti-theft son for the alarm for one minute. alarm system settings The meanings of the flash codes Switch on ignition ( 42). are as follows: Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1 Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2 Flashes 3x: Ignition switched on with unauthorized key Flashes 4x: Alarm system is...

  • Page 54: Emergency On/Off Switch

    : DWA is deactivated. If there are questions whether the headlight Emergency on/off range is correct, consult a specialized workshop, preferably switch (kill switch) an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Headlight range adjustment Engine switched off Operating position Headlight Headlamp range and...

  • Page 55: Lights

    The parking lamps come on au- rized workshop, preferably an tomatically when the ignition is authorized BMW Motorrad re- switched on. tailer. The parking lights are a with LED headlights strain on the battery. Do...

  • Page 56: Turn Indicators

    Turn indicators Operate turn indicator Switch on ignition ( 42). Immediately after switching off Press button 1 to switch on the ignition push button 1 to the auxiliary headlights. the left and hold until the park- The indicator lamp for the ing lights come on.

  • Page 57: Hazard Warning Flashers

    BMW Motorrad pressed. If the turn indicator but- Turn indicator cancella- ton is released, the emergency Integral ABS tion flasher function becomes active Switching off ABS again. The turn indicators automat- function ically switch off after the de- Switch on ignition ( 42).

  • Page 58: Gral Abs

    The ASC function can occurred. also be deactivated while driving. More detailed information on the BMW Motorrad Inte- The ASC warning lamp Press and hold button 1 until gral ABS braking system can be lights up. the ABS warning lamp's display found in the section "Technology...

  • Page 59: Riding Mode

    The ASC warning lamp still continues to light up. does not light up respec- Use of the riding modes tively continues flashing. BMW Motorrad has developed 5 The ASC function is switched riding scenarios for your motor- The ASC function is switched off.
  • Page 60 (Enduro and Enduro Pro) on dur- with dynamic ESA ing road operation can result in The suspension settings is ad- unstable riding conditions when justed to the selected scenario braking in ABS or accelerating in as well. ASC. This results in a danger of Setting riding mode falling.
  • Page 61 ROAD : When riding on dry tions of the engine character- roads. istics, ABS, ASC and dynamic ESA is maintained, even after with Pro driving modes the ignition is switched off. The following driving modes Switching off TCP/RDC in can also be selected: off-road mode DYNA : When riding dynami-...
  • Page 62 : The TCP/RDC display Remove cover cap of the plug warning symbol is not shown connection 1. in the Enduro and Enduro Pro driving modes. Install coding plug with Pro driving modes Switch off ignition ( 43). Remove rider's seat ( 73).

  • Page 63: Cruise Control

    Enduro or Enduro Pro driving Setting road speed mode has been deactivated. Symbol 1 for the coding plug appears on the display. Riding Briefly press button 1 forward. Enduro PRO mode 2 can be Push switch 1 to right. Adjustment range for selected.
  • Page 64 Acceleration Decreasing speed yond back position) to deacti- vate cruise-control system. Cruise control indicator lamp goes out. Resuming former cruising speed Briefly press button 1 forward. Briefly press button 1 back- ward. Speed is increased by 1.2 mph (2 km/h) each time button is Speed is decreased by pressed.

  • Page 65: Spring Preload

    though you might have intended Spring preload slowing to a lower speed. Setting Indicator lamp for cruise- It is essential to set the spring control system lights up. preload to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring Switching off cruise preload when the vehicle is heav- control ily loaded and reduce spring...

  • Page 66: Damping

    Damping To increase the spring preload, turn the adjustment wheel 1 Setting in the direction of the arrow The damping must be adjusted HIGH. to the road conditions and the Basic setting of spring spring preload. preload, rear A rough road surface requires softer damping than a smooth without dynamic ESA road surface.

  • Page 67: Dynamic Esa, Electronic Suspension Adjustment

    running gear and responds to Display suspension Basic setting of rear them by adjusting the damper setting wheel rear-wheel damp- valves. As a result, the running Switch on ignition ( 42). gear is adjusted to the conditions of the ground. Turn adjuster wheel as far as Based on the NORMAL default possible clockwise, then 4...
  • Page 68 with Pro driving modes In the ENDURO and ENDURO PRO modes two adjustments are possible only: SOFT : Comfortable damping HARD : Sporty, performance- oriented damping To set the spring preload: Starting the engine ( 78). Damping is displayed in the mul- Press button 1 briefly to dis- Press and hold button 1 re- tifunction display in area 1, and...

  • Page 69: Clutch

    Clutch Two-up (with luggage) Position 1: smallest distance between handlebar grip and Adjusting clutch lever clutch lever Wait for the adjustment rou- Adjusting the clutch lever Position 4: largest distance tine to finish before starting off while driving can lead to between handlebar grip and again.
  • Page 70 Adjusting footbrake lever Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. Turn adjusting wheel 1 into Fold step plate upward up desired position. to detent when riding while seated. The adjustment wheel can be turned more easily if Slide treadplate 1 of footrest you press the handbrake lever sideways to the left to unlock.

  • Page 71: Shifting

    Shifting Make sure ground is level and Treadplate (fixing) on firm and park motorcycle. gear lever Adjusting shift lever Check tire pressures against data below. 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Tire pressure, front Tires Check tire pressure 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire Incorrect tire inflation pres- cold) sure results in poorer hand-...

  • Page 72: Handlebars

    50 % heating output Consult an authorized work- shop, preferably an authorized 100 % heating output BMW Motorrad retailer, for ad- justment of the handlebars. Heated handlebar grips The 2nd heating level is used for fast heat-up of the grips;...

  • Page 73: Mirrors

    Adjust mirror arm If no further changes are made Slide protective cap over the selected heating level is threaded fastener. adopted as the setting. Windshield To switch off heated grips, press button 1 until heated grip Adjust windshield symbol 2 is no longer shown in the display.

  • Page 74: Rider And Passenger Seats

    Rider and passenger Installing passenger seat seats Remove passenger seat Remove rider's seat ( 73). Firmly press pillion seat 1 downwards. Fit passenger seat centered Passenger seat clicks audibly in rear mounts 1 and in front into place. mount 2. Install rider's seat ( 73).
  • Page 75 Remove rider's seat Install rider's seat In order to remove the front height adjustment 1, press Turn vehicle key 1 counter- Fit front seat 1 into seat locking mechanism 2 down to clockwise and hold while lifting mount 2 on left and right and remove the height adjustment rider's seat 2 in rear area .

  • Page 76: Storage Compartment

    adjustment in orientation 1 (L Storage compartment marking). Opening and locking stow In order to adjust the high seat compartment position, install the front height adjustment in orientation 2 (H marking). In order to adjust the low seat position, swivel rear height ad- justment 1 into position 3 (L marking).

  • Page 77: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....76 Checklist ......78 Starting .

  • Page 78: Safety Instructions

    Settings of spring-strut and of the year. Your authorized Observe maximum payload and shock absorber system BMW Motorrad retailer will be top speed as indicated on label Unevenly distributed load happy to advise you and has in case.

  • Page 79: Catalytic Converter

    Maximum speed with Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Stop the engine immediately if Do not run the engine in closed it misfires massive-bar tires rooms. Use unleaded fuel only The maximum speed spec- Comply with all specified main- ified for the motorcycle may Burn hazard tenance intervals.

  • Page 80: Checklist

    Modifications it is started with the transmission Firm seating of cases and lug- gage in neutral and then a gear is en- Modifications of the mo- gaged before retracting the side torcycle (e.g. engine man- At regular intervals stand. agement system, throttle valves, Engine oil level (every time you In the case of cold start or un- clutch) can cause damage to the...
  • Page 81 The self-diagnosis routine The ABS warning lamp goes switched on consecutively: is determining whether the out. BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is Phase 2 ready for operation. The self- If an ABS error is indicated fol- The universal warning lamp diagnosis routine launches lowing completion of the ABS changes from yellow to red.

  • Page 82: Breaking In

    The self-diagnosis routine Choose curvy, slightly hilly sec- is determining whether the ASC self-diagnosis tions of road if possible. BMW Motorrad Integral ASC is completed Observe the engine run-in ready for operation. The self- The ASC symbol is no longer speeds.

  • Page 83: Brakes

    New brake pads can extend Locking up of the front wheel is tween the front and rear wheel stopping distance by a sig- prevented by the BMW Motorrad changes during braking. The nificant margin. Integral ABS. heavier you brake, the greater Brake early.

  • Page 84: Parking Your Motorcycle

    brakes could overheat and suffer Poor braking action due to Fold out side stand and park severe damage. moisture and dirt. motorcycle. Use both front and rear brakes, Brake until brakes are dry or If the slope of the road permits, and make use of the engine's clean;...

  • Page 85: Off-Road Riding

    BMW Motorrad recommends Check the brake pad thickness that the following be observed Use under very dusty conditions more often and replace the brake after driving offroad: (deserts, savannas, etc.) requires...
  • Page 86 Ethanol should satisfy firm and place motorcycle on programmed first by your au- the quality standards for US side stand. thorized BMW Motorrad re- (ASTM 4806–xx) and Canada The available fuel tank vol- tailer.) (CGSB-3.511–xx). “xx” - com- ume can only be optimally...

  • Page 87: Fastening Motorcycle For Trans

    the engine dies off due to lack of fuel. Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7.9 gal (Approx. 30 l) Reserve fuel quantity Open protective cap 2. Refuel with quality listed below Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) at most until lower edge of filler Unlock cap of fuel tank 1 with neck is reached.
  • Page 88 Fasten rear straps on both The motorcycle can tip Components can be dam- sides to the passenger foot- away to the side and fall aged. pegs and then tighten them. over. Do not pinch components, e.g. Tension all straps evenly; the Secure motorcycle against tip- brake lines or wiring harnesses.

  • Page 89: Technology In

    Integral ABS ......89 Engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC ....92 Tire Pressure Control TCP/RDC ..93...

  • Page 90: Riding Mode

    Riding mode is aligned to off-road operation ABS and/or ASC can be using massive-bar tires. switched off in each mode; the Selection following explanations always In order to adjust the motorcycle refer to the activated systems. to the road condition, one of 5 The front wheel lift assistant is riding modes can be selected: Throttle response...

  • Page 91: Brake System With

    Turn throttle twist-grip back The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS If the maximum transferable brak- Do not actuate brake lever adapts the braking force distribu- ing force is exceeded when the Actuate clutch.
  • Page 92 BMW Motorrad Inte- justed to the maximum transfer- After detecting the actual con- gral ABS will not prevent the rear able braking force.
  • Page 93 Any technical system is al- of time, the ABS function is de- even BMW Motorrad ABS is un- ways only as good as its activated for safety reasons and able to counteract their effects.

  • Page 94: Engine Management With Bmw Motorrad Asc

    When a tions off-road or on the racetrack. rear wheel are compared. If slip limit is exceeded, the engine ASC BMW Motorrad can be de- implausible values are detected torque is adapted by the engine activated for these cases.

  • Page 95: Tire Pressure Control Tcp

    ASC deactivated. the engine torque until the front (TPC/RDC) wheel touches the ground again. Rear wheel spinning in place In this case, BMW Motorrad rec- with front brake engaged (burn Function out). ommends turning back the throt- A sensor is located in each tire,...
  • Page 96 the outside temperature and on compensated with the air pres- of wheels with TCP/RDC sen- sors can be driven. If a TCP/RDC the driving style and duration. sure tester at the filling station. control unit is installed, however The tire inflation pressures are Example: according to the the wheels have no sensors, then shown temperature-compen-...

  • Page 97: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....96 Onboard tool kit ....96 Engine oil .

  • Page 98: General Instructions

    Top up engine oil 119). obtained on DVD through your 98). Open-ended wrench authorized BMW Motorrad re- Wrench size: 14 tailer. Adjust mirror arm Special tools and thorough spe- 71). cialized knowledge are required Torx wrench T30 to carry out some of the work.

  • Page 99: Engine Oil

    For more extensive service op- engine oil level is correct, only erations (such as wheel removal check the oil level with the en- and installation), BMW Motorrad gine at operating temperature. has put together a service tool kit Switch off engine at operating matched to your motorcycle.

  • Page 100: Brake System

    Engine oil, quantity for Have the brakes checked at an topping up authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l) (dif- retailer. ference between MIN and MAX) Check front brake pad...
  • Page 101 Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking rear brake pad thickness Visually inspect left and right Front brake-pad wear brake pads to determine their...
  • Page 102 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Check front brake fluid level Check brake fluid level in front brake-fluid reservoir 1. A low fluid level in the...
  • Page 103 MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- tal, motorcycle standing up- right) If brake fluid level falls below the approved level: Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho- rized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.

  • Page 104: Coolant

    If brake fluid level falls below the approved level: Have the defect corrected as Read off coolant level on ex- soon as possible by an autho- pansion tank 1. rized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re- tailer.

  • Page 105: Clutch

    If no clear pressure point can be sound that they emit as you felt: proceed. Have the clutch checked by an If the tone does not remain con- authorized workshop, preferably sistent: an authorized BMW Motorrad Have spokes checked by an retailer. authorized service facility,...

  • Page 106: Wheels

    A change in these sizes For every size of tire, Have tires replaced even be- due to conversion to others than BMW Motorrad has tested and fore the minimum tread depth the wheels installed as standard approved certain makes as is reached.

  • Page 107: Removing Front Wheel

    TPC/RDC sensor bore. (TPC/RDC) is not damaged. Inform the Mask off areas of wheel rim BMW Motorrad retailer or the that could be scratched in the authorized workshop of the TPC/ process of removing the brake RDC sensor.
  • Page 108 Raise front of motorcycle until roll it forward out of the front the front wheel can turn freely. suspension. BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle. Remove screw 1. Mounting front wheel stand Remove left axle clamping 110).

  • Page 109: Installing Front Wheel

    Roll front wheel into front sus- threads can suffer damage. pension. Always have the tightening torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Remove spacer bushing 1 from the wheel hub. Installing front wheel Malfunctions may occur...
  • Page 110 Install screw 1 with specified Tighten the right-hand axle Install securing screws 4 on left torque. Brace quick-release clamping screw 1 with the and right with specified torque. axle on the right side at the specified torque. Brake caliper on tele- same time.

  • Page 111: Removing Rear Wheel

    Always have the tightening and 2. torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an Insert wheel speed sensor in authorized BMW Motorrad bore and install screw 3. retailer. Wheel speed sensor on Remove bolts 1 of rear wheel, Place rear wheel on rear wheel telescopic fork/right-an- holding wheel as you do so.

  • Page 112: Front Wheel Stand

    Use only wheel studs with the center stand or an auxiliary same permitted length code stand before lifting it with the numbers. Do not lubricate the BMW Motorrad front wheel lug bolts. stand. Install wheel studs 1 with spec- Make sure ground is level and ified torque.

  • Page 113: Bulbs

    Bulbs Replacing bulbs for dipped and main-beam headlights The alignment of connec- tor, spring wire strap and bulb may differ from that shown in the following illustrations. Align two mounts 2 so that If the motorcycle is resting Make sure ground is level and front suspension rests securely on the center stand: The firm and park motorcycle.
  • Page 114 Bulb for high-beam headlight with LED headlights To avoid contamination of the glass of the new bulb, only hold the bulb by its metal cap. Remove cover 1 by turning it Remove spring strap 1 from counterclockwise to replace detent and fold to side. high-beam headlight bulb.
  • Page 115 Insert spring clip 1 into catch. Remove cover panel 1 by turn- Remove bulb 1 from the ing counterclockwise. socket. Insert plug 1. Replace defective bulb. Position cover panel and install it by turning clockwise. Bulb for parking light Replacing bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Make sure ground is level and...
  • Page 116 Replacing bulb for front and rear turn indicator Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle. Switch off ignition. Insert bulb 1 in bulb socket. Pull glass on screw connection side out of mirror housing. Remove screw 1. Insert bulb holder 1 into the headlight housing.
  • Page 117 Please contact a specialist service facility for this pur- RY10W / 12 V / 10 W pose, preferably an authorized Bulbs for flashing turn BMW Motorrad retailer. indicators, rear Replacing the LED RY10W / 12 V / 10 W headlight...

  • Page 118: Air Cleaner

    The LED additional headlights can only be completely replaced; it is not possible to replace indi- vidual LEDs. Please contact a specialized workshop, preferably an autho- rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Air cleaner Remove screws 1. Attach air cleaner housing Replacing air cleaner cover.

  • Page 119: Jump-Start

    A short-circuit can result if the crocodile clips of the jump leads are accidentally brought into contact with the motorcycle. Use only jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends. Jump-starting with a donor- Install screws 1, 2 and 3. Begin by connecting one end battery voltage higher than 12 V can damage the motorcycle...

  • Page 120: Battery

    BMW Motorrad retailer. Do not turn the battery upside To start the engine, do not down. use start sprays or similar Charge connected battery items.
  • Page 121 Unsuitable chargers can result in Charging disconnected damage to the motorcycle elec- battery tronics. Charge battery using a suitable Use suitable BMW chargers. charger. The correct charger is available Comply with operating instruc- through your authorized Switch off ignition. tions of charger.
  • Page 122 Slightly lift and remove battery Slide battery into holder. from holder until positive termi- nal becomes accessible. Remove negative battery ca- ble 1 and rubber strap 2. First, insert mounting plate into supports 1. Next, press it un- Remove positive cable 1. der the battery at position 2.

  • Page 123: Fuses

    Fuses If the fuses blow frequently, have the electrical system Replace fuses checked by an authorized spe- cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install connector 1. Install rider's seat ( 73). Insert battery cover into mount 1 and press it into mounts 2.
  • Page 124 Fuse assignment 10 A Instrument cluster Anti-theft alarm system (DWA) Ignition switch Diagnostic socket 7.5 A Multifunction switch, left Tire Pressure Control (TCP/RDC)

  • Page 125: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....124 Onboard power sockets ... 124 Navigation system ....125 Case .

  • Page 126: General Instructions

    Cables must not be trapped. erating conditions experienced by products. BMW motorcycles and, conse- Automatic deactivation You will find all BMW Motorrad quently, they are not sufficient in optional accessories on The onboard sockets are au- some circumstances. tomatically switched off during our website: "www.bmw-...

  • Page 127: Navigation System

    ics. In these cases, onboard and store in a safe place after sockets are already switched every drive. off shortly after the ignition is switched off. In case of insufficient battery voltage, the onboard sockets are switched off to maintain the ability to start the motorcycle.
  • Page 128 Turning the Multi-Controller in- Navigator display. These func- system creases respectively decreases tions are marked with small ar- the volume of a BMW Motorrad If BMW Motorrad Navigator is rows above the respective touch communication system con- installed, some of its functions field or by a plus respectively mi- nected via Bluetooth.
  • Page 129 Security settings Store current way point as fa- Due to integration of the The BMW Motorrad Navigator IV vorite. BMW Motorrad Navigator, there can be secured against unau- Navigate home. are a number of differences from thorized use with a four-digit PIN...

  • Page 130: Case

    are prompted to add the motor- Case Close case cycle to the list of secured vehi- with aluminum case cles. If you answer "Yes" to this question, the Navigator saves the Open case VIN of the present motorcycle in its internal memory. A maximum of five VINs can be saved in this way.
  • Page 131 Press lock housing 2 to side to release locking claw 3. Pull locking claw 3 to side while holding case in place. Pull case forward as far as pos- sible and remove to side. Mount case Detach lid retaining cable 1. Hook in lid retaining cable 1.

  • Page 132: Topcase

    Opening topcase Close topcase Position locking claw 1 on case carrier while holding case in Turn key 1 counterclockwise. Close topcase lid. place. Press lock housing 2 upward Position locking claw 1 on lid. Press lock housing 2 to side to release locking claw 3.
  • Page 133 Remove topcase Mounting topcase Position locking claw 1 on top- case carrier. Turn key 1 counterclockwise. Position topcase on topcase Press lock housing 2 upward rack and slide forward so that Press lock housing 2 down- while making sure that claw tabs on topcase rack 1 engage ward to release locking claw 3.

  • Page 135: Care

    Care Care products ..... 134 Washing your vehicle ....134 Cleaning sensitive vehicle parts .

  • Page 136: Care Products

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends Warm water intensifies the that you use BMW Insect Re- that you use cleaning and effect of salt. care products available at your mover to soften and wash off...

  • Page 137: Paint Care

    Especially in the case of road silicone. 'Insect sponges' or sponges with salt, carefully clean chrome parts hard surfaces can also lead to with plenty of water and BMW Paint care scratches. auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- ish for additional treatment.

  • Page 138: Storing Motorcycle

    To preserve the finish of your using BMW tar remover for vehicle, BMW Motorrad recom- removing tar spots. Then add mends BMW BMW Car Wax or a protective wax coating to the agents that contain carnauba or paint at these locations.

  • Page 139: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 138 Weights ......151 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 140: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Emergency on/off switch (kill switch) Adjust emergency on/off switch (kill switch) to nor- mal operating position. Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.

  • Page 141: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on telescopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb/ft (38 Nm) Clamping screw for quick-re- lease axle in telescopic fork M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Wheel speed sensor on tele- scopic fork/right-angle drive M6 x 16 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Rear wheel...
  • Page 142 Mirror arm Value Valid Adapter on clamping block M10 x 14 - 4.8 18 lb/ft (25 Nm) Handlebars Value Valid Clamping block (handlebar clamp) on fork bridge M8 x 35 Tighten on block in front (in the direc- tion of travel) 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

  • Page 143: Engine

    Engine Engine design Air/liquid-cooled two-cylinder, four-stroke opposed-twin engine with two spur gear-driven overhead camshafts and one counterbalance shaft. Displacement 1170 cc (1170 cm Cylinder bore 4 in (101 mm) Piston stroke 2.9 in (73 mm) Compression ratio 12.5:1 Rated output 125 hp (92 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min Torque 92 lb/ft (125 Nm), at engine speed: 6500 min...

  • Page 144: Fuel

    BMW Motorrad retailer.) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7.9 gal (Approx. 30 l) Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) BMW recommends the use of BP fuel...

  • Page 145: Engine Oil

    Engine oil, capacity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l), with filter replace- ment Viscosity class Product recommended by BMW Motorrad: Cas- SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2 trol Power 1 Racing Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 1 quarts (max 0.95 l), difference between...

  • Page 146: Transmission

    0.848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear 1.061 (35:33 teeth), transmission output ratio Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2.91 (32:11 teeth)

  • Page 147: Suspension

    Suspension Front wheel Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, upper fork bridge tilt decoupled, leading link mounted in engine and on telescopic fork, centrally positioned spring strut supported on leading link and frame Design of the front-wheel suspension Central spring strut with coil spring...

  • Page 148: Brakes

    Organic Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the cur- rent tire approvals from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at www.bmw–motorrad.com. Front wheel Front wheel design Cross spoke wheel Front-wheel rim size 3.0"x19"...

  • Page 149: Electrical System

    Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cross spoke wheel Rear-wheel rim size 4.50"x17" Rear tire designation 170/60 - 17 Tire inflation pressures Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 5 A, all onboard sockets together...
  • Page 150 Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8D-J ±0.01 ±0.1 Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 Bulbs Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W with LED headlights Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W with LED headlights Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W...

  • Page 151: Frame

    Frame Frame design Steel-tube frame with partially self-supporting drive unit, steel-tube rear frame Location of type plate Frame at front right (next to spring strut) Location of the vehicle identification number Frame at front right on steering head Anti-theft alarm system Activation time Approx.

  • Page 152: Dimensions

    Dimensions Motorcycle length 88.8 in (2255 mm), above luggage rack Motorcycle height 57.1 in (1450 mm), windshield in highest position Motorcycle width 37.5 in (952 mm), across mirrors 38.6 in (980 mm), across hand protectors Rider's seat height 35...35.8 in (890...910 mm), without rider at un- laden weight with low seat 33.1...33.9 in (840...860 mm), without rider at un-...

  • Page 153: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 573 lbs (260 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, fuel tank 90 % full, without OE Permissible gross weight 1058 lbs (480 kg) Maximum payload 485 lbs (220 kg) Performance data Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

  • Page 155: Service

    Service Reporting safety defects ... 154 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 155 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......155 Maintenance procedures .

  • Page 156: Reporting Safety Defects

    National Highway Traffic Safety Ad- ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 157: Bmw Motorrad Service

    Services With its worldwide dealer network, BMW Motorrad The BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- To ensure that your BMW con- can attend to you and your vices furnish you and your new sistently remains in optimal con- motorcycle in over 100 countries...
  • Page 158 300 mls (500 km) and 750 mls before the entered values. (1200 km). BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be de- pendent on the vehicle owner and the mileage driven. Your...

  • Page 159: Confirmation Of Mainte

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-Delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if reached sooner, Odometer reading Stamp, Signature Stamp, Signature...
  • Page 160 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
  • Page 161 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
  • Page 162 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...
  • Page 163 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Conducted Conducted Conducted Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner, or, if reached sooner,...

  • Page 164: Confirmation Of Service

    Confirmation of service The table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and any special campaign (recall) work carried out. Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 165 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 167: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate ......166...
  • Page 168 Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils RSS standard(s).

  • Page 169: Index

    Average values Brakes Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Adjusting brake lever, 67 Resetting, 45 Checking operation, 98 Control, 15 Safety instructions, 81 Operating, 55 Battery Technical data, 146 Charging connected Self-diagnosis, 79 Breaking in, 80 battery, 118 Technology in detail, 89 Bulbs Charging disconnected Warning indicators, 33...
  • Page 170 Warning for engine oil level, 35 Case Indicator lamp, 17 Equipment, 7 Operating, 128 Technical data, 149 Checklist, 78 Control, 15 Clock Operating, 65 Electrical system Adjusting, 46 Technical data, 147 Clutch Adjusting handlebar lever, 67 Emergency on/off switch (kill Frame Technical data, 149 Checking operation, 103...
  • Page 171 Hazard warning flashers Mirrors Jump-start, 117 Adjusting, 71 Control, 15, 16 Mobility Services, 155 Operating, 55 Motorcycle Headlight Keys, 42 Care, 133 Headlamp range, 52 Cleaning, 133 Headlight courtesy delay Lashing down, 85 Lights feature, 42 Control, 15 Parking, 82 Heated handlebar grips Lowbeam headlamp, 53 Control, 16...
  • Page 172 Warning and indicator Odometer Safety instructions lamps, 20 Resetting, 45 On braking, 81 Warning symbols, 22 Offroad riding, 83 On riding, 76 Onboard power socket Seat Parking light, 53 Information on use, 124 Height adjustment position, 14 Pre-Ride-Check, 79 Position on vehicle, 13 Seats Adjusting seat height, 73 Onboard tool kit...
  • Page 173 Steering lock Weights, 151 Type plate Locking, 42 Position on vehicle, 13 Wheels and tires, 146 Suspension Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC Display, 38 Technical data, 145 Vehicle identification number Tires Switching off, 82 Position on vehicle, 13 Checking tire inflation pressures, 69 Tachometer, 17 Checking tire tread depth, 104...
  • Page 174 Weights Payload table, 14 Technical data, 151 Wheels Check wheel rims, 103 Checking spokes, 103 Install rear wheel, 109 Installing front wheel, 107 Removing front wheel, 105 Size change, 104 Technical data, 146 Windshield Adjusting, 71 Adjustment element, 13...
  • Page 175 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2013 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Reprints and duplication of this work, in whole or part, are pro- hibited without the express writ- ten approval of BMW Motorrad, Aftersales.
  • Page 176 If the engine should for example be operated with 91 RON in countries with lower fuel quality, the motorcycle must be respectively programmed first by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.) 87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON) 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx.

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