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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual (US Model) C 650 GT...
  • 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 Welcome to BMW We hope that you enjoy your BMW Maxi-Scooter and wish you a safe and pleasant journey Congratulations on choosing a Maxi-Scooter from BMW Motorrad and welcome BMW Motorrad. to the community of BMW motorcycle owners and riders.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Distance covered since the Tires ......48 fuel reached the reserve Headlight ....48 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 Care products ... . . 112 Performance data ..129 BMW Motorrad ABS ..74 Washing your motorcy- Anti-theft alarm system .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

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

  • Page 8: Overview

    Special information on op- ual will provide you with an initial Optional extra. erating and inspecting your overview of your Maxi-Scooter. BMW Motorrad optional motorcycle as well as mainte- All maintenance and repair work extras are already com- nance and adjustment proce-...

  • Page 9: Equipment

    This Rid- Rider's Manual refer to the Ger- er's Manual describes optional man DIN standards and comply equipment (OE) offered by BMW with their tolerance specifications. and selected optional accessories Versions for individual countries (OA). This explains why the man- may differ.

  • Page 11: Overviews

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

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Brake-fluid reservoir for rear brake ( Fuel fill location (under cover) ( Adjustable pelvis support Adjusting spring preload Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick (under step plate) (...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Brake-fluid reservoir for front brake ( Type plate (on the right of the head tube) Battery (under fairing side panel) ( 106) Fuses (under fairing side panel) ( 101) Vehicle Identification Num- ber (on right frame tube) Coolant level indicator (through cutout in fairing side panel) (...

  • Page 16: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left Operation of high-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Using hazard warning flashers ( Windshield ( Turn indicators ( Horn INFO, operation of onboard computer ( TRIP, operation of odome- ter (...

  • Page 17: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Heated hand grip ( with seat heating Operation of seat heating Emergency-off switch (kill switch) ( Starter button (...

  • Page 18: Cockpit

    Cockpit Speedometer Multifunction display Owner's Manual (in the storage compartment) Tank cover release (inte- grated in steering and igni- tion lock) ( Seat release (integrated in steering and ignition lock) Storage compartment Outlet (in the storage com- partment) (...

  • Page 19: Underneath Seat

    Underneath seat Onboard tool kit ( Payload table Tire inflation pressure table Rider's Manual (on edge of carpet)

  • Page 21: Displays

    Displays Multifunction display ....20 Warning and indicator lamps ..21 Service display ..... . 22 Distance covered since the fuel reached the reserve level .

  • Page 22: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Fuel fill level indicator with seat heating Display of set seat heating level ( Text field for warnings Warning symbols ( Odometer ( Service display ( Display of mileage driven since reaching reserve quantity ( Tachometer Onboard computer dis- plays ( Clock ( with heated handlebar...

  • Page 23: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps Indicator light for left turn indicator General warning light Anti-theft alarm telltale light Indicator light for right turn indicator ABS warning light ( Fuel-reserve warning light Warning light for engine electronics ( Headlight high beam indi- cator light...

  • Page 24: Service Display

    Service display display. The "Service" message is displayed continuously. If the service display appears more than a month before the service date, the stored date must be adjusted in the instrument cluster. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected. If the motorcycle covers high annual mileages then shorter If the time remaining until the...

  • Page 25: Distance Covered Since The Fuel Reached The Reserve Level

    Distance covered since Ambient temperature the fuel reached the When ambient tempera- reserve level tures drop below 37 °F (3 °C) the temperature display responds by flashing a warning indicating possible ice formation on the road surface. The display automatically switches from any other mode to the temperature The displayed tire inflation pres- reading when the temperature...

  • Page 26: Oil Level Indicator

    Additional information on the The oil level indicator 1 provides symbol is displayed. BMW Motorrad TPC/RDC is pro- information on the oil level in the vided starting on page ( 76). engine. It can only be displayed Warning lamps when the vehicle is stopped.
  • Page 27 Warnings for which no separate warning light is provided are sig- naled by the universal warning light 1 and are accompanied by a warning notice at position 2 or one of the warning symbols 3 in the multifunction display. The universal warning light lights up in either yellow or red depending on the urgency of the warning.
  • Page 28 Overview of warning indicators Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel EWS! Lights up yellow is indicated Electronic immobilizer is active ( Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up red Appears on the dis- Coolant temperature too high ( play Appears on the dis-...
  • Page 29 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel LAMP! Lights up yellow is dis- Taillight defective ( played LAMP! Lights up yellow is dis- Headlight bulb defective ( played LAMP! Lights up yellow is dis- Tail light and headlight bulb defective played Appears on the dis- Outside temperature warning (...
  • Page 30 Warning and indicator Warning symbols in the Meaning lamps display panel Flashes red Appears on the dis- Tire inflation pressure of both tires is play outside approved range ( Tire inflation pres- sures flash --:-- " " or " " Transmission error ( is indicated Lights up yellow...
  • Page 31 Have the defective key re- ature too high. placed, preferably by an autho- If possible, continue driving Coolant temperature too rized BMW Motorrad retailer. in the part-load range to cool high down the engine. Fuel down to reserve General warning light shows...
  • Page 32 Engine in emergency- an authorized BMW Motorrad Possible cause: retailer. operation mode The self-diagnosis routine was not completed; the ABS func- Engine symbol appears on Engine oil level too low tion is not available. The Scooter the display. General warning light shows...
  • Page 33 Possible cause: thorized workshop, preferably If the taillight is defective: Low-beam headlight or high- an authorized BMW Motorrad The diode taillight must be re- beam headlight defective. retailer. placed. Please contact a spe- Replacing bulbs for low-beam...
  • Page 34 37 °F (3 °C). BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: If you are unsure about the tire's The measured front tire inflation The outside temperature...
  • Page 35 Tire inflation pressures flash. flashes. facility, preferably an authorized Possible cause: BMW Motorrad retailer. Possible cause: The measured tire inflation pres- If you are unsure about the tire's The measured rear tire inflation sure of both tires is outside the...
  • Page 36 Have fault eliminated at a spe- their signal until after this speed flation pressure, observe cialist service facility, preferably has been exceeded for the first the information on temperature an authorized BMW Motorrad time ( 76). compensation and on inflation retailer. Watch the TCP/RDC display pressure adjustment in the chap- at a higher rate of speed.
  • Page 37 Contact an authorized service charged to full capacity. Oper- an authorized BMW Motorrad facility, preferably an authorized ation of the tire inflation pressure retailer. BMW Motorrad retailer. control is only ensured for a lim- Possible cause: ited time.
  • Page 38 Contact an authorized service Have the malfunction corrected facility, preferably an authorized as soon as possible at an au- BMW Motorrad retailer. thorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Battery charging voltage retailer. insufficient General warning light shows red. Battery symbol appears in the display.

  • Page 39: Operation

    Operation Steering and ignition lock ... 38 Tires ....... . 48 Time and date .

  • Page 40: Steering And Ignition Lock

    Please contact an au- thorized workshop for this pur- pose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Turn key to position 3 while moving handlebars slightly. Switching on ignition Ignition, lights and all electrical circuits switched off.

  • Page 41: Time And Date

    Time and date Set flashing value with but- tons 1 (TRIP) and 2 (INFO). Setting time Press and hold button 1 (TRIP) Switch off engine and switch until display no longer flashes. on ignition. Setting is completed. Setting can be ended after each step: Do not press buttons until dis- play no longer flashes.

  • Page 42: Display

    ØSPEED Setting is completed. Total distance covered Average speed ( Trip 1 Setting can be ended after each Tripmeter 1 ( Average consumption ØFUEL step: Trip 2 Tripmeter 2 ( FUEL Do not press buttons until dis- Trip A Current consumption ( Auto tripmeter ( ), is Date...

  • Page 43: Lights

    The parking lights are a strain on the battery. Do not leave the ignition switched on longer than absolutely necessary. The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when the engine is switched on. Press the button 1 and Press and hold button 2 (INFO) Headlight high beam and continue to hold it until the until displayed value in area 4...

  • Page 44: Turn Indicator

    Turn indicator Hazard warning Parking light flashers Switch off ignition. Operating turn indicator Operating hazard warning Switch on ignition. flashers Switch on ignition. The hazard warning flash- ers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary.

  • Page 45: Emergency-Off Switch

    Emergency-off switch (kill switch) Press button 1 to switch on Engine switched off hazard warning flashers. Operating position Ignition can be switched off. Emergency-off switch (kill Switch on ignition and press Heated handlebar grips switch) button 1 again to switch off with heated handlebar grips hazard warning flashers.

  • Page 46: Seat Heating

    100 % heating output 50 % heating output Seat heating with seat heating Operating driver's seat Press button 1 repeatedly un- Press button 1 repeatedly un- heater til desired heating level 2 is til desired heating level 2 is Start engine. shown.

  • Page 47: Brakes

    100 % heating output Press button 1 on side with 100 % heating output one dot to switch on low heat- ing output (LOW). 50 % heating output Brakes Move button 1 into center po- sition to switch off seat heater. Adjusting handbrake lever Operating passenger seat Changing the position of...

  • Page 48: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting mirrors Turn adjusting screw 1 of left- Press button 1 at top to raise hand brake lever or adjusting windshield. screw 2 of right-hand brake Press button 1 at bottom to Move mirror into desired posi- lever into desired position. lower windshield.

  • Page 49: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments Operating rear storage Spring preload compartment Operating front storage Setting Open seat. compartments It is essential to set the spring The lighting of the storage preload of the rear suspension compartment is switched to suit the load carried by the on when the ignition is switched Scooter.

  • Page 50: Tires

    Tires Tire pressure, front Checking tire pressure Incorrect tire inflation pres- 34.8 psi (2.4 bar) (With tire sure results in poorer hand- cold) ing characteristics of the Scoot- ers and reduces the life of the Tire pressure, rear tires. Ensure proper tire inflation 36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Single rider, pressure.

  • Page 51: Seat

    Loosen screw 2 by ten turns. consult a specialized workshop, Loosen screw 3 by ten turns. preferably an authorized Repeat this sequence until the BMW Motorrad retailer. pelvis support can be removed. Do not remove screws from Seat the seat.
  • Page 52 Tighten screw 3 five turns. Repeat this sequence until the pelvis support is installed. Here, tighten the screws only hand-tight. Pelvis support on the seat 118). Close seat. Align the mounts 4 on the pelvis support in the desired position using the screws on the seat.

  • Page 53: Anti-Theft Alarm Sys

    Anti-theft alarm system DWA Overview ......52 Activation ......52 Alarm function .

  • Page 54: Overview

    Overview Controls Protection of motorcycle battery with anti-theft alarm To protect the motorcycle bat- tery and to maintain the start- General information on ing capability, the activated DWA switches off automatically after Any attempt to move the motor- several days. However, it remains cycle, change its position, start it active for at least 10 days.
  • Page 55 Activation with motion Protection of the battery If the alarm function is to be acti- vated after the ignition has been sensor switched off for more than one minute, then the button 1 must be pressed for longer than one second.

  • Page 56: Alarm Function

    could result in an accidental trig- Alarm function Alarm gering of the alarm. with anti-theft alarm Deactivating motion Alarm triggering sensor The alarm can be set off by: The motion sensor Switching on the ignition with an unauthorized key Disconnection of the DWA from the motorcycle battery (DWA battery assumes the The duration of the alarm...

  • Page 57: Deactivation

    Deactivation Reason for triggering of function is automatically reacti- vated after 30 seconds if "Acti- the alarm with anti-theft alarm vation after ignition off" has been After the alarm function has been programmed. Deactivate alarm function deactivated, the DWA indicator light signals the reason for any Turn indicators light up once.
  • Page 58 Programming options Programming DWA The programming function is active. The anti-theft alarm system can The actual programming is car- be adapted to individual needs in ried out in four steps, and Step 2 the following points: is not assigned any function. The Confirmation alarm tone after number of flashing signals on the activation/deactivation of the...

  • Page 59: Logging On Remote Con

    When is it necessary to Step 3: Which alarm tone is to or automatically if more than be selected? 30 seconds pass between two log on a remote control? programming steps. Rising and falling: Should you log on an additional Press button 1.

  • Page 60: Synchronization

    When is it necessary to Acknowledgment tone sounds Repeat the three previous work once. steps for each additional re- synchronize the remote mote control. Switch off the ignition within control? ten seconds. The remote control must be syn- Logon ended Press button 2 three times.

  • Page 61: Battery

    Replace battery LED flashes for ten seconds. Position lower housing section on nose 6 of front edge and As soon as the LED goes out, close while watching two guide release button 1 and button 2. pins 4. LED lights up. Install screw 2.

  • Page 63: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....62 Checklist ......63 Starting .

  • Page 64: Safety Instructions

    Topcase sure of the year. Your authorized Observe maximum payload and Poor tire tread BMW Motorrad retailer will be permissible top speed of Top- Etc. happy to advise you and has case. the correct clothing for every Risk of poisoning purpose.

  • Page 65: Checklist

    Do not run the engine in closed Modifications Stop the engine immediately if rooms. it misfires Modifications of the Maxi- Use unleaded fuel only Scooter (e.g. engine man- Burn hazard Comply with all specified main- agement system, throttle valves, tenance intervals. Engine and exhaust system clutch) can cause damage to the become very hot when the...

  • Page 66: Starting

    Have the malfunction corrected cancel the remainder of the rou- as soon as possible at an au- tine. thorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Phase 1 retailer. The pointer of the speedometer is run up to the end stop. The warning and indicator lights are Press starter button 1.

  • Page 67: Riding

    ABS self-diagnosis completed Maxi-Scooter starts off. The readiness for operation The ABS warning light goes of the BMW Motorrad ABS is In the range from approx. out. checked by the self-diagnosis. 31 mph (50 km/h) to approx. The self-diagnosis routine runs...

  • Page 68: Brakes

    Locking up of the front wheel is wheel. The heavier you brake, Brake early. prevented by the BMW Motorrad the greater the weight transfer ABS. Tires to the front wheel. Increases in...

  • Page 69: Maxi-Scooter Parking

    Descending mountain After working on the brakes The parking brake prevents the due to oil or grease residues. motorcycle from rolling. passes When driving on soiled roads The side stand is designed There is a danger of the or offroad. to support only the weight brakes fading if you use of the motorcycle.

  • Page 70: Refueling

    Do not sit on the motorcycle while it is resting on the center stand. Extend center stand and jack up Maxi-Scooter. Refueling Fuel is highly flammable. Fire at the fuel tank can Press motorcycle key down- Open fuel filler cap 2. result in fire and explosion.
  • Page 71 Do not overfill the fuel tank. Recommended fuel qual- Leaded fuel will destroy the catalytic converter. Super unleaded (max. 10 % Do not refuel with leaded gaso- ethanol, E10) line or gasoline with metallic 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) additives, e. g. manganese or 89 AKI Iron.

  • Page 72: Secure Motorcycle For Transport

    Secure motorcycle for Push motorcycle onto transport surface, and do not place on transport side stand or center stand. Protect all components, along which straps are routed, against scratching. For example, use adhesive tape or soft cloths. Lay strap at rear right around retaining pin of muffler and ten- sion.
  • Page 73 down against its springs with the suspension compressed as much as possible.

  • Page 75: Technology In

    Technology in detail Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABS ....... . 74...

  • Page 76: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Abs

    At this point in time, that the ABS control cannot the driver increases the brake the BMW Motorrad ABS must always be relied on to prevent pressure, the wheels begin to assume extremely low friction co-...

  • Page 77: Tire Pressure Control Tcp

    BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to compared. If implausible values counteract their effects. are detected over a longer period...
  • Page 78 Operation Tire temperature, in turn, varies Adjusting inflation according to the ambient temper- pressure A sensor located in each tire ature as well as in response to monitors the air temperature and Compare the TCP/RDC value in driving style and trip duration. the inflation pressure inside the the multifunction display with the tire and transmits this information...

  • Page 79: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....78 Onboard power sockets ... . 78 Topcase ......78 Scooter lock .

  • Page 80: General Instructions

    You will find all BMW Motorrad BMW motorcycles and, conse- do not limit steering angles and optional accessories on quently, they are not sufficient in handling characteristics our website: "www.bmw-...
  • Page 81 Opening the Topcase Closing the Topcase Pull release lever behind cover 3 toward rear. Turn key in Topcase lock 1 to Make sure that Topcase han- Topcase lid opens. OPEN position. dle 2 is extended. Open Topcase lid. Close Topcase lid and press into locking device.
  • Page 82 Removing Topcase Mounting the Topcase Turn key in Topcase lock to RELEASE position. Turn key in Topcase lock 1 to Make sure that the Topcase Pull release lever 4 toward OPEN position. handle 2 is extended and that rear while simultaneously lifting the key is in the Topcase lock Topcase by carrying handle.

  • Page 83: Scooter Lock

    Scooter lock Lock Scooter lock and remove key. with Scooter lock Locking motorcycle Turn handlebars toward left and guide Scooter lock to end of handlebars. As an alternative, the Maxi- Scooter can be connected to a Thread rear end piece 1 of solid object, e.g.

  • Page 85: Maintenance

    Wheels ......93 BMW Motorrad front wheel stand ....... 99 Fuses .

  • Page 86: General Instructions

    Topping up coolant gine oil can collect in the oil pan; rized BMW Motorrad retailer. 92). this must be pumped into the oil Spare fuses with gripper tank before the reading is taken.
  • Page 87 To ensure that the display of the engine oil level is correct, only check the oil level after a longer trip. Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Let the engine run in neutral for one minute.

  • Page 88: Brake System

    If oil level is above MAX mark: Have fluid level corrected by an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Install oil dipstick. Mount step plate support 1. Specified level of engine Brake system Between MIN and MAX mark-...
  • Page 89 If no clear resistance points can be felt or if the Maxi-Scooter can be pushed: Have the brakes checked at an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking front brake pad thickness Conduct a visual inspection of Front brake-pad wear Make sure ground is level and the brake pad thickness.
  • Page 90 Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- Have the brake pads replaced ity, preferably an authorized at an authorized service facil- BMW Motorrad retailer. ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking rear brake pad Checking brake pad...
  • Page 91 Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil- ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Checking brake fluid level of front brake Conduct a visual inspection of Brake-pad wear limit of the brake pad thickness. View-...
  • Page 92 If brake fluid level falls below the approved level: Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho- rized workshop, preferably an Read off brake fluid level on authorized BMW Motorrad re- left-hand brake-fluid reser- tailer. voir 1.

  • Page 93: Coolant

    The brake fluid level in the rized workshop, preferably an brake-fluid reservoir drops authorized BMW Motorrad re- due to brake pad wear. tailer. Coolant Checking coolant level Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
  • Page 94 Topping up coolant Open cap 2 of coolant expan- Lay on cover and install sion tank and add coolant up screw 1. Take off step plate support 1. to specified level. Checking coolant level ( 91). Close cap of coolant expansion tank.

  • Page 95: Wheel Rims And Tires

    Subject wheel rims to visual available at your authorized tread has worn down to the inspection for defects. BMW Motorrad retailer or on level of the marks, the tire is Have damaged rims checked the Internet at www.bmw- completely worn. The locations and, if necessary, replaced motorrad.com.

  • Page 96: Bmw Motorrad Front Wheel

    If you want to equip your Maxi- Scooter with different wheels, please speak to a specialized workshop, and preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer. In some cases the data stored in the Remove screw 1 and extract control unit can be adapted to the ABS sensor from its the new wheel sizes.
  • Page 97 Always have the tightening Lift front wheel and install torques checked by a specialized workshop, preferably an quick-release axle 2 with authorized BMW Motorrad torque. retailer. Quick-release axle in axle The front wheel must be mount...
  • Page 98 Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim. Press handbrake lever firmly a number of times until resis- tance point is noticeable. Install screws 2 on left and Clamping screws (quick- right with appropriate torque. release axle) in tele- scopic forks Brake caliper on fork leg Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating 21 lb/ft (28 Nm)
  • Page 99 Remove screw 2 and take off Turn end muffler out. Danger of burns from the cover. hot exhaust system. Operate rear-wheel brake or Do not touch the exhaust sys- fold out side stand to activate tem. If necessary, do not con- parking brake.
  • Page 100 Always have the tightening nally torques checked by a specialized 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Remove five screws 1 on rear Roll and mount rear wheel onto wheel, holding wheel as you do rear wheel support.

  • Page 101: Stand

    BMW Motorrad front wheel stand Mounting front wheel stand Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Use basic stand with tool number (83 30 0 402 241) in Install screw 3 with appropriate...
  • Page 102 Loosen fastening screws 2 on Align two mounts 3 on left and If the Maxi-Scooter is raised left and right. right so that front suspension too far at the front, the cen- rests securely on them. Push mounts 3 on left and ter stand lifts off the ground and right far enough apart that front Tighten fastening screws 2 on...

  • Page 103: Fuses

    Installing side panel ( 109). danger of fire. cialized workshop, preferably Replace defective fuses with new Bulbs an authorized BMW Motorrad fuses. retailer. Replacing bulbs for low- Switch off ignition. beam and high-beam Installing fuse...
  • Page 104 glass surface, always hold it by its base. To replace bulb for high-beam Remove wire spring clip 4 from headlight, remove cover 1. retainers and fold it up. To replace bulb for low-beam Remove bulb 5. Insert bulb 5, ensuring that the headlight, remove cover 2.
  • Page 105 Replacing brake light bulb Open seat. Attach the plug 3. Remove socket 2 from tail light housing by turning it counter- clockwise. Pull locking device at lower edge of cover 1 upward and remove cover. Install cover 1 or cover 2. Installing side panel ( 109).
  • Page 106 Replacing license plate Replacing defective bulb. light Bulbs for flashing turn Make sure ground is level and indicators, front firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Switch off ignition. To protect the glass on the new bulb against contamina- tion, always use a clean, dry cloth to hold it;...

  • Page 107: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting The wires leading to the power socket do not have a load-capacity rating adequate for jump-starting the Maxi-Scooter. Excessively high current can lead to a cable fire or damage to the motorcycle electronics. Do not use the onboard socket Remove bulb from socket.

  • Page 108: Battery

    Make sure ground is level and Allow both engines to run for Keep the surface of the battery firm and place Maxi-Scooter on several minutes before discon- clean and dry its center stand. necting the jumper cables. Be sure to read and comply Removing right-hand side First disconnect jumper ca- with the instructions for charg-...
  • Page 109 tery terminals can damage the Charging disconnected Removing right-hand side motorcycle electronics. panel. battery To charge the battery via the Charge battery using a suitable battery terminals, disconnect the charger. battery first. Comply with operating instruc- If the multifunction display tions of charger.

  • Page 110: Fairings And Panels

    Installing battery Setting time and date ( 39). Place battery in battery com- Fairings and panels partment with positive terminal on left-hand side. Removing side panel Remove screws 2. Open storage compartment 3. Remove screw 1. Push retaining strap over bat- This description is provided tery and install screw 3.
  • Page 111 This description is provided based on the right-hand side panel, however also applies in the same way to the left side panel. Tilt side panel upward and press into mount 5. Pull side panel at upper edge Install screws 2. out of mount at position 5.

  • Page 113: Care

    Care Care products ..... 112 Washing your motorcycle ..112 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .

  • Page 114: Care Products

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

  • Page 115: Paint Care

    Using silicone sprays for the affected areas with a wet It is advisable to use BMW Car the care of rubber seals can cloth. Polish or BMW Paint Cleaner in cause damage.

  • Page 116: Maxi-Scooter Storage

    Coat bare metal and chrome- list. plated parts with an acid-free grease (Vaseline). Park motorcycle in a dry room, raising it to remove weight from both wheels. Protective wax coating BMW Motorrad recommends that you apply BMW Car Wax or another wax containing carnauba...

  • Page 117: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 116 Performance data ....129 Threaded fasteners ....117 Anti-theft alarm system .

  • Page 118: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Side stand extended. Retract side stand. Starting without actuating brake Actuate a brake lever during starting. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 68). Battery drained Charge battery.

  • Page 119: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Quick-release axle in axle mount M18 x 1.5 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping screws (quick-release axle) in telescopic forks M6 x 30 Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time 6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Brake caliper on fork leg M8 x 32...
  • Page 120 Seat Value Valid Pelvis support on the seat Middle screw, M6 x 30 1 lb/ft (2 Nm) Outer screws, M6 x 40 1 lb/ft (2 Nm)

  • Page 121: Engine

    Engine Engine number location Crankcase, on left below alternator Engine type 652EA Engine design Two-cylinder, four-stroke engine, DOHC control, 4 bucket tappet operated valves, two countershafts, liquid cooling, dry-sump lubrication Displacement 647 cc (647 cm Cylinder bore 3.1 in (79 mm) Piston stroke 2.6 in (66 mm) Compression ratio...

  • Page 122: Fuel

    Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 89 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx. 16 l) Fuel reserve Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. 3 l) Emission standard EU 3 BMW recommends BP fuel...

  • Page 123: Engine Oil

    Viscosity rating Specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ/JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. on a molybdenum basis) are not permitted, as they will attack coated engine components, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad High Performance Oil SAE 15W-50, API SJ/ JASO MA2 BMW recommends...

  • Page 124: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch design Centrifugal clutch Transmission Transmission design CVT (Continously Variable Transmission) Primary gear ratio 1:1.06 Gear ratio of secondary transmission 1:2.72 Gear ratio of CVT transmission 1:10.7...4.6 Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive in oil bath Number of teeth of rear-wheel drive (Pinion/ 16 / 27 sprocket) Secondary gear ratio...

  • Page 125: Suspension

    Suspension Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic forks Spring travel, front 4.5 in (115 mm), on wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swinging arm Type of rear suspension Directly linked spring strut with adjustable spring preload Spring travel, rear 4.5 in (115 mm), on wheel Brakes Type of front brake...

  • Page 126: Wheels And Tires

    Approx. 0.4 in (Approx. 11 mm), on end of lever Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the current tire approvals from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at www.bmw- motorrad.com. Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Front-wheel rim size 3.50"...

  • Page 127: Electrical System

    Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 34.8 psi (2.4 bar), with tire cold Tire pressure, rear 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), single rider, with cold tires 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), driver with passenger and/or load, with cold tire Electrical system Battery Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery Battery voltage...
  • Page 128 Bulbs Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear Bulb for taillight/brake light LED / PR-21W / 12 V / 21 W Bulb for license-plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W...
  • Page 129 Fuses Fuse carrier 30 A, Fuse 9: control unit for instrument cluster/ ignition switch 30 A, Fuse 10: control unit for anti-lock brake system (ABS) Fuse box 15 A, Fuse 1: DME main relay 10 A, Fuse 2: control unit for Digital Motor Elec- tronics (DME) 4 A, Fuse 3: control unit for anti-theft alarm (DWA) / Tire Pressure Control (TPC)

  • Page 130: Frame

    Frame Frame design Steel bridge frame with screwed-on side panels of cast light alloy Location of the vehicle identification number Front right frame tube Location of type plate Steering head at front right Dimensions Motorcycle length 87.3 in (2218 mm) Motorcycle height 55.5 in (1410 mm), across windshield at DIN un- laden weight...

  • Page 131: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 575 lbs (261 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE Permissible gross weight 981 lbs (445 kg) Maximum payload 406 lbs (184 kg) Performance data Start-off capacity on uphill grades (with permissi- 20 % ble total weight) Top speed...

  • Page 132: Remote Control

    Remote control with anti-theft alarm Range of remote control 32.8 ft (10 m) Readiness for reception of remote control 1 h, after ignition off Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband Transmission frequency 433.92 MHz Battery voltage (for remote control) Battery type (for remote control) CR 2032 lithium...

  • Page 133: Service

    Service Reporting safety defects ... 132 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 133 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......133 Maintenance procedures .

  • Page 134: 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 135: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad Service assistance services in the event To ensure that your BMW Maxi- Scooter consistently remains in of a breakdown (BMW Roadside With its worldwide service net- optimal condition BMW Motorrad Assistance, breakdown assis- work, BMW Motorrad can attend...
  • Page 136 BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be depen- dent on the motorcycle owner and the mileage driven. Your BMW Motorrad retailer confirms that the service has been per- formed and enters the date for the next service.

  • Page 137: 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 138 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 139 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 140 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 141 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 142: 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 143 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 145: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate ......144...

  • Page 146: Certificate

    Certification RDC (tire pressure control / FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 Contrôle de pression des pneus) IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 EWS (electronic immobilizer / FCC ID: 2AACW-K18KMMG FCC ID: 2AACW-K19KMMG antidémarrage électronique) IC: 11117A-K18KMMG IC: 11117A-K19KMMG 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...

  • Page 147: Index

    Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Battery Check front, 87 Change, 59 Check rear, 88 Self-diagnosis, 65 Charging connected Checking parking brake, 88 Technology in detail, 74 battery, 106 Running in, 66 Warning indicators, 30 Charging disconnected Brakes Accessories battery, 107 Adjusting handlebar lever, 45 General instructions, 78 Installing, 108...
  • Page 148 Clock Emergency on/off switch (kill Fuel Adjusting, 39 Fill location, 11 switch), 15 Clutch Refueling, 68 Operating, 43 Technical data, 122 Tank release , 16 Engine Confirmation of maintenance Technical data, 120 Starting, 64 work, 135 Fuel reserve Technical data, 119 Coolant Mileage covered, 23 Warning for electronic engine...
  • Page 149 logon Multifunction switch Ignition General view, left, 14 Remote control, 57 Switching off, 38 General view, right, 15 Luggage Switching on, 38 Loading information, 62 Immobilizer Notice concerning current Warning indicator, 29 status, 7 Maintenance Indicator lights General instructions, 84 Overview, 21 Maintenance intervals, 133 Instrument cluster...
  • Page 150 Right-hand multifunction Seat Tachometer, 20 Adjust the pelvis support, 49 switch, 15 Technical data Operating, 49 Underneath seat, 17 Battery, 125 Release, 16 Warning and indicator Brakes, 123 lamps, 21 Seat heating Bulbs, 126 Operating, 44 Clutch, 122 Service, 133 Pre-Ride-Check, 64 Dimensions, 128 Reporting safety defects, 132...
  • Page 151 Tires Size change, 93 Warning lamps Checking tire inflation Technical data, 124 ABS, 30 pressures, 48 Windshield Anti-theft alarm system, 35 Checking tire tread depth, 93 Operating, 46 Battery charge current, 36 Inflation pressure table, 17 Bulb defect, 31 Inflation pressures, 125 Coolant temperature, 29 Recommendations, 93 Display, 24...
  • Page 152 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2014 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 153 34.8 psi (2.4 bar), with tire cold Tire pressure, rear 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), single rider, with cold tires 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), driver with passenger and/or load, with cold tire BMW recommends *01418550607* Order No.: 01 41 8 550 607 12.2013, 4th edition, 07...

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