Page 1 Rider's Manual (US Model) K 1300 S BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine...
Page 2 Motorcycle/Retailer Data Motorcycle data Retailer Data Model Contact in Service Ms./Mr. Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Color number First registration Retailer's address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
Page 3 We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from We wish you many miles of safe BMW and welcome you to the and enjoyable riding community of BMW riders. Familiarize yourself with your new BMW Motorrad.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
3 Status indicators ..23 or item of information. BMW Motorrad Integral Multifunction display ..24 ABS ......52 1 General instructions .
Page 5 Electrical system ..137 BMW Motorrad ASC ..80 Frame ..... 139 TPC Tire Pressure Con- 9 Care .
Page 6 Confirmation of mainte- nance work ....145 Confirmation of service ..150 12 Index ....152...
Page 7: General Instructions
General instructions Overview ......6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment .
Page 8: Overview
Chapter 2 of this Rider's Man- motorcycle as well as mainte- sembled complete with ual will provide you with an initial nance and adjustment proce- all the BMW optional ex- overview of your motorcycle. All dures. tras originally ordered. maintenance and repair work car-...
Page 9: Equipment
If your BMW is equipped with ment and accessories. Because options or accessories not de- of this, your motorcycle may dif- scribed in this Rider's Manual,...
Page 11: Overviews
Overviews General view, left side ....11 General view of left side of special model with HP package... . . 13 General view, right side .
Page 13: General View, Left Side
General view, left side Clutch fluid reservoir Headlight range adjust- ment (below instrument cluster) ( Seat lock (below tail light) Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Adjustment of rear damp- ing rate ( Onboard socket (...
Page 15: General View Of Left Side Of
General view of left side of special model with HP package with special model K 1300 S with HP package Tinted windshield Aluminum plate with model name and serial number Carbon passenger seat cover ( Adjustable HP footrest with adjustable shift lever...
Page 17: General View, Right Side
General view, right side Engine oil level indicator Fuel filler opening ( Battery compartment 120) Brake-fluid reservoir, front Vehicle identification num- ber (on the upper front wheel control) Type plate (on rear cross tube) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear...
Page 19: General View Of Right Side Of Special Model With Hp Package
General view of right side of special model with HP package with special model K 1300 S with HP package Carbon center fairing panel Adjustable HP footrest with adjustable brake lever Paddock stand Use like BMW rear wheel stand ( 110) Akrapovič...
Page 20: Multifunction Switch, Left
Multifunction switch, left Headlight high beam and flasher ( Selecting display readings 47). with onboard computer Resetting average data 48). Hazard warning flashers Turn signals ( Horn with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA ESA control ( ABS operation ( with automatic Stability Control ASC control (...
Page 21: Right
Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Heated hand grip ( Starter button ( Emergency ON/OFF switch (...
Page 22: Underneath Seat
Underneath seat Luggage loops Rider's Manual (US Model) Tire inflation pressure table Payload table Helmet holder ( Standard tool kit ( Engine oil fill location...
Page 23: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Tachometer Speedometer Warning and indicator lamps ( Multifunction display Ambient light sensor (for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting) with anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm indicator light (see anti-theft alarm operating instructions) Operating odometer Operating clock (...
Page 25: Status Indicators
Status indicators Multifunction display ....24 Meanings of displays ....25 Warning and indicator lamps .
Page 26: Multifunction Display
Multifunction display The horizontal bars indi- cate the remaining fuel level. Gear indicator display, "N" indicates "neutral." Sector for warning displays with automatic Stability Control ASC warning and indicator display ( Warning indicators ( The horizontal bars indi- cate the level of the engine temperature.
Page 27: Meanings Of Displays
Warning and indicator Meanings of displays with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA lamps with onboard computer ESA setting ( CLOCK : Time display 10 Odometer ( TEMP : Ambient temperature 11 Clock ( with onboard computer Ø SPEED : Average speed since Onboard computer data last reset sector (...
Page 28: Service Display
If the motorcycle covers high an- Consult a certified workshop, nual mileages then shorter ser- preferably an authorized BMW vice intervals may be required. Motorrad retailer, for setting of When the odometer reading for the date.
Page 29: Range
The determined range is an ary. When the effects of engine approximate reading. BMW heat on the monitored tempera- Motorrad therefore recommends ture become excessive the dis- that you do not try to use the full play responds by temporarily range before refueling.
Page 30: Tire Inflation Pressures
68 °F (20 °C). The Additional information on the Engine at operating tempera- figure on the left side 1 indicates BMW Motorrad Tire Pressure ture. the front tire's inflation pressure, Monitor is provided starting on Engine idling for at least ten...
Page 31: Warning Indicators
The readings mean: : Oil level correct. CHECK : Check oil level during next refueling stop. : No measurement possible (above-mentioned conditions not met). If other information of the onboard computer is dis- Warnings for which no separate played, this symbol continues to warning lamp is provided are sig- be shown until the oil level is de- naled by the universal warning...
Page 32 Overview of warning indicators Warning light Displays Meaning EWS ! Lights up yellow Electronic immobilizer is active ( is indicated FUEL ! Lights up yellow is indi- Fuel down to reserve ( cated Lights up red Temperature dis- Coolant temperature too high ( play flashes Lights up yellow appears on the dis-...
Page 33 Warning light Displays Meaning LAMPS ! Lights up yellow is indi- Bulbs defective ( cated Is indicated Engine oil level too low ( Check Oil indicated appears on the dis- Ice warning ( play Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed Lights up ABS deactivated ( Lights up ABS error (...
Page 34 Warning light Displays Meaning appears on the dis- ASC deactivated ( play Lights up yellow appears on the dis- ASC error ( play Lights up yellow appears on the dis- Tire inflation pressure is at limit of ap- play proved range ( The critical tire inflation pressure flashes...
Page 35 Warning light Displays Meaning -- -- " " or " " Sensor defective or system fault ( is indicated RDC! Lights up yellow is indicated Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensor weak ( DWA ! Lights up yellow is indicated Anti-theft alarm battery discharged DWALO ! is indi- Anti-theft alarm battery weak (...
Page 36 Have the defective key re- the fault rectified as quickly as placed, preferably by an autho- possible by a specialized work- Coolant temperature too rized BMW Motorrad retailer. shop, preferably an authorized high BMW Motorrad retailer. Fuel down to reserve...
Page 37 Possible cause: The warning on insufficient an authorized BMW Motorrad The engine control unit has di- engine oil pressure is retailer. agnosed a fault. In exceptional...
Page 38 Please contact a spe- 113). Possible cause: cialized workshop, preferably Replacing front turn indicator Alternator or alternator drive de- an authorized BMW Motorrad bulbs ( 114). fective retailer. Replacing rear turn indicator Have the malfunction corrected Headlight bulb or turn bulbs ( 116).
Page 39 Possible cause: Ice warning Possible cause: A combination of several bulb The self-diagnosis routine was with onboard computer defects is present. not completed; the ABS func- Ice crystal symbol appears tion is not available. The motor- See the fault descriptions on the display.
Page 40 Have the malfunction corrected ASC symbol is displayed. as soon as possible by a spe- ASC self-diagnosis not cialized workshop, preferably completed an authorized BMW Motorrad Possible cause: with automatic Stability Con- retailer. The ASC system has been deac- trol tivated by the driver.
Page 41 The measured tire inflation pres- cialized workshop, preferably sure is outside the permissible Before adjusting the tire in- an authorized BMW Motorrad tolerance. flation pressure, observe retailer. Check tire for damage and the information on temperature Tire inflation pressure is drivability.
Page 42 Have fault eliminated by a spe- their signal until after this speed flation pressure, observe cialized workshop, preferably has been exceeded for the first the information on temperature an authorized BMW Motorrad time ( 81). compensation and on inflation retailer. Watch TPC/RDC display at pressure adjustment in the chap- higher speed.
Page 43 Contact a specialized work- its full capacity. The operation of cialized workshop, preferably shop, preferably an authorized the tire inflation pressure control an authorized BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad retailer. is only ensured for a limited time. retailer. Contact a specialized work-...
Page 44 Contact a specialized work- shop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Page 45: Operation
Luggage loops ..... . 63 Heated handlebar grips ... . . 51 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ..52 ASC Automatic Stability Control ..53 Clutch .
Page 46: Steering And Ignition Lock
Steering and ignition Switching off ignition preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. lock Switching on ignition Keys Two main keys and one emer- gency key are provided with the vehicle. The emergency key fea- tures a light, compact design, al- lowing it to be carried in a wallet, etc.
Page 47: Ews Electronic Immobilizer
Handlebars locked. If you lose a key, you can have it However, the motorcycle is more Key can be removed. disabled by your BMW Motorrad stable on a level surface with the partner. When having a key dis- EWS Electronic...
Page 48 Adjust the clock only when the with onboard computer motorcycle is stationary. with Tire Pressure Control Switch on ignition. (TPC/RDC) without onboard computer without Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC) Press and hold button until hours 3 flash. Press button repeatedly until desired hours are shown.
Page 49: Display
Display Operating range (after reaching reserve level) Selecting display readings with onboard computer Switch on ignition. without onboard computer with Tire Pressure Control without Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC) (TPC/RDC) Press the button 1 to select a display in the sector 4. with onboard computer The following data can be dis- played:...
Page 50: Lights
the trip odometer in the sec- with Tire Pressure Control Select average fuel consump- (TPC/RDC) tor 3 resets. tion or average speed. The following data can be dis- with onboard computer played: with Tire Pressure Control Tire inflation pressure (TPC/RDC) (RDC P) Resetting trip odometer Switch on ignition.
Page 51: Turn Indicators
on longer than absolutely Headlight high beam and necessary. flasher Headlight low beam The headlights automatically come on in their low-beam mode as soon as you start the engine. With the engine switched off, you can switch on the lights by switching on the high- Immediately after switching beam headlight with the ignition off the ignition push the but-...
Page 52: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard warning (300 m), the turn indicators are automatically switched off. flashers Operating hazard warning flashers Switch on ignition. The hazard warning flash- ers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard Press button 1 to switch on warning flashers for longer than hazard warning flashers.
Page 53: Emergency On/Off Switch
Emergency ON/OFF battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the battery is switch inadequately charged, the heated hand grips are switched off to ensure starting capability. Engine switched off Operating position Emergency ON/OFF Heated handlebar grips switch with heated handlebar grips Operating the emergency Press button 1 repeatedly until...
Page 54: Bmw Motorrad Integral Abs
BMW Motorrad Integral case, the ASC setting does not change. ABS warning light lights up. Switch off ABS function Stop motorcycle or switch on Release button 1 within two ignition with motorcycle sta- seconds. tionary. ABS warning light contin- ues to light up.
Page 55: Asc Automatic Stability Control
Switching on ABS As an alternative, the ignition can also be switched off and function then on again. If the ABS light continues to light up after switching the ignition off and then on again, an ABS fault has occurred. ASC Automatic Stability Control Press and hold button 1 until...
Page 56: Clutch
Activating ASC function If the ASC warning light lights up after switching the ignition off and on and then con- tinued driving over 3 mph (5 km/ h), an ASC error has occurred. Clutch Adjusting clutch lever Changing the position of Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- the clutch-fluid reservoir wise to increase distance be-...
Page 57: Brakes
Brakes footrest system Adjusting handbrake lever with special model K 1300 S with HP package Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can Adjusting footrests allow air to penetrate the brake Make sure ground is level and system. firm and park motorcycle.
Page 58 Lowest position: arrow 2 points to the number 1. Install screws 1 with specified torque. Footrest on bracket with HP footrest system 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Remove bolt 1 while bracing Remove screw 1. Install footrests on left and right nut 2.
Page 59: Mirrors
Mirrors preload accordingly when the Adjusting the spring preload motorcycle is lightly loaded. while the motorcycle is be- Adjusting mirrors ing ridden can lead to accidents. Adjusting spring preload Adjust the spring preload for rear wheel only when the motorcycle is stationary.
Page 60: Damping
Damping To decrease damping, turn ad- justing screw 1 in arrow direc- Setting tion S. The damping must be adjusted Basic setting of rear to the road conditions and the wheel rear-wheel damp- spring preload. A rough road surface requires softer damping than a smooth without Electronic Suspen- road surface.
Page 61 Settings The displays provide the follow- ing information: You can use the ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment feature COMF : Comfortable damping to adapt your motorcycle to its NORM : Normal damping current load as well as the road SPORT : Sport, performance- surface.
Page 62: Tires
the desired setting appears in At high road speeds, tire the display. valves installed perpen- dicular to the wheel rim have a The load setting cannot be tendency to open as a result of adjusted while the motorcy- centrifugal force. cle is underway.
Page 63: Headlight
In the case of very high payloads, shop, preferably an authorized authorized BMW Motorrad re- the available spring preload ad- BMW Motorrad retailer. tailer. justment might not be adequate.
Page 64: Seat
The seat can be heard to lock into place. Removing passenger seat cover with special model K 1300 S with HP package Raise seat at rear and release key. Removing seat ( 62).
Page 65: Helmet Holder
Turn over seat. Turn over seat. The helmet catch can scratch the paneling. Remove screws 1 and pull off Take loops 1 out of holders 2 When hooking on the helmet, passenger seat cover toward and lay outwards. watch the position of the helmet rear.
Page 66 with luggage belts to lash lug- gage down to the passenger seat.
Page 67: Riding
Riding Safety instructions ....66 Checklist ......68 Starting .
Page 68: Safety Instructions
Payload of tank rucksack ter of the motorcycle as possi- neys, and to every season of ble. the year. Your authorized BMW Observe maximum payload and max 11 lbs (max 5 kg) Motorrad retailer will be happy to top speed as indicated on label advise you and has the correct in case.
Page 69 Risk of poisoning Catalytic converter Payload of tank bag Exhaust fumes contain carbon If misfiring causes unburned fuel monoxide, which is colorless and to enter the catalytic converter, ≤11 lbs (≤5 kg) odorless but highly toxic. there is a danger of overheating and damage.
Page 70: Checklist
still: overheating would result. In Brakes with automatic Stability Con- extreme cases, the motorcycle trol Front and rear brake fluid levels could catch fire. Clutch ABS self-diagnosis in progress. Do not allow the engine to idle Clutch fluid level unnecessarily. After starting, ride Engage neutral, or pull back Shock absorber setting and off immediately.
Page 71 Press starter button 1. cialized workshop, preferably closed again. an authorized BMW Motorrad The start attempt is auto- retailer. Phase 1 matically interrupted if bat- tery voltage is too low. Recharge...
Page 72 Checking system components cialist service facility, preferably capable of diagnosis while Phase 2 an authorized BMW Motorrad starting off. So that the ASC retailer. Checking wheel sensors while self-diagnosis can be com- starting off. The motorcycle...
Page 73: Breaking In
Brake pads accidents when driving at cialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad extreme angles. New brake pads must be run in retailer. Avoid extreme angles. before they achieve their opti- mum friction force. This initial Breaking in Shifting gears...
Page 74: Brakes
The dynamic load distribution be- When driving at constant speed BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- tween the front and rear wheel in low gears at high engine vents the front wheel from lock- changes during braking.
Page 75: Parking Your Motorcycle
The side stand is designed severe damage. or offroad. to support only the weight of the motorcycle. The BMW integrated braking Poor braking action due to function ensures that the rear Do not lean or sit on the moisture and dirt.
Page 76: Refueling
Excessive movements Fold up tank lock cover. could result in the center stand retracting, and the motorcycle would topple as a result. Do not sit on the motorcycle while it is resting on the center stand. Fold out center stand and jack up motorcycle.
Page 77: Securing Motorcycle For Transport
wise the sensor will not be able Securing motorcycle to register the new level. Other- for transport wise neither the fill level nor the Protect all component surfaces range display can be updated. against which straps are routed against scratching. For exam- Recommended fuel qual- ple, use adhesive tape or soft cloths.
Page 78 Fasten straps at rear on both sides on passenger footrests and tighten them. Tension all straps evenly; the motorcycle should be pulled down against its springs with the suspension compressed as much as possible.
Page 79: Technology In
Technology in detail Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ......78 Engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC ..... . 80 TPC Tire Pressure Control .
Page 80: Brake System With Bmw Motorrad Integral Abs
The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS If the maximum transferrable tact to the road. At this point in adapts the braking force distribu-...
Page 81 How is the BMW Motorrad Under these circumstances the conditions offroad or on the race- rear wheel can lift off the ground, track. Integral ABS noticeable to and the outcome can be a high- the rider? Special situations siding situation in which the mo- If the ABS system must reduce torcycle can flip over.
Page 82: Engine Management With Bmw Motorrad Asc
Take care when cornering. When BMW Motorrad ASC? function can be reactivated by you apply the brakes on a cor- The BMW Motorrad ASC is an switching the ignition off and ner, the motorcycle's weight and assistance system for the driver then on again.
Page 83: Tpc Tire Pressure Con
The ASC is reactivated by state. This case cannot be con- switching the ignition on and To detect spinning or slipping trolled by the BMW Motorrad off and then driving at a speed away of the rear wheel, the ASC.
Page 84 the tire temperature. As a result, til a speed of approx. 18 mph Inflation pressure within the (30 km/h) is reached. Before ini- permissible tolerance. the values displayed there do tial reception of the tire inflation not match the values shown in Inflation pressure at the limits the multifunction display in most pressure,...
Page 85: Esa Ii Electronic Suspension Adjust
the chassis to all riding condi- completely encloses the plastic produce the correct tire inflation pressure. tions, including while riding. element and sits on the steel spring. Accordingly, the spring The combination of spring ESA II Electronic rate is lower, the less the sleeve base, damping and spring rate limits the expansion of the plastic ensures the chassis geometry...
Page 87: Accessories
Accessories General instructions ....86 Onboard sockets ....86 Case .
Page 88: General Instructions
BMW motorcycles without automatic switch-off proved by BMW for this purpose. constituting a safety hazard. Nor Onboard sockets are switched off Your authorized BMW Motorrad is this guarantee provided when...
Page 89: Case
strain on the onboard electrical Opening case Pull gray release lever (OPEN) system. upwards again while simultane- ously pulling case lid 3 out of Cable routing retainer. The cables from the onboard Close case sockets to the auxiliary devices must be routed in such a way that they: Do not impede the rider Do not restrict the steering an-...
Page 90 Press case lid against case body. The case volume is adapted to the contents. Removing case Also press locks 3 of lock Press lock straps 1 outward straps into locking devices 2 and pull upward. until they engage. The maximum volume has been set.
Page 91 Secure hold Pull black release lever 1 (RE- Pull black release lever 1 (RE- LEASE) upwards while simul- LEASE) upwards while simulta- If a case wobbles or is difficult to taneously pulling the case out- neously pushing the case into fit, it must be adapted to the gap ward.
Page 92: Tire Repair Kit
Use the screws 1 inside the case Remove screws 1 and side Position flat tire kit using a rub- for this purpose. trim. ber strap as shown. To protect the side panel Tire repair kit from scratches, lay it on the seat.
Page 93: Maintenance
Maintenance General instructions ....92 Onboard tool kit ....92 Engine oil .
Page 94: General Instructions
If special tightening torques are Auxiliary tool kit to be taken into account for with special model K 1300 S assembly, these are listed. An with HP package overview of all required tightening torques is contained in the chapter "Technical Data".
Page 95: Engine Oil
Torx wrench T30 Make sure ground is level and firm and hold motorcycle at op- Adjust footbrake lever. erating temperature vertically. Angled screwdriver with with center stand Generation Phillips blade Adjust shift lever. Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle at Engine oil operating temperature on its Checking engine oil level...
Page 96 Both too little and too Have oil level corrected by much engine oil can lead to a specialized workshop, engine damage. preferably an authorized BMW Always make sure that the oil Motorrad retailer. level is correct. Add engine oil up to specified...
Page 97: Brake System
Have the brakes checked at control to brake calipers 1. 0.5 quarts (0.5 l) (Difference a specialist service facility, between Min and Max) preferably an authorized BMW Checking engine oil level Motorrad retailer. 93). Reinstall engine oil fill location cap.
Page 98 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Check the brake pad thickness Front brake-pad wear Checking rear brake pad with visual inspection.
Page 99 Have the brake pads replaced Move handlebars into straight- by a specialist service facility, ahead position. preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. Rear brake-pad wear Checking front brake fluid limit level A low fluid level in the min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
Page 100 BMW Motorrad re- Checking rear brake fluid tailer. level Make sure ground is level and Replacing screen insert firm and hold motorcycle verti- cally. with center stand Generation Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on its center stand.
Page 101: Clutch
Check level of brake fluid in by a specialized workshop, The brake fluid level must rear brake-fluid reservoir 1. preferably an authorized BMW not fall below the MIN mark. The brake fluid level in the Motorrad retailer. (Brake-fluid reservoir hori-...
Page 102: Rims And Tires
Make sure ground is level and authorized BMW Motorrad re- firm and park motorcycle. tailer. Measure tire tread depth in main tread grooves with wear Rims and Tires indicators.
Page 103: Wheels
A change in these sizes Tire recommendation due to conversion to others than For every size of tire, BMW the wheels installed as standard Motorrad has tested and equipment can seriously affect approved certain makes as the control comfort of these sys- roadworthy.
Page 104 BMW Motorrad retailer or the specialized workshop of the TPC/ RDC sensor. Removing front wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and park the motorcy- cle. Unclip two retaining clips 1 of Once the calipers have sensor cable on brake line.
Page 105 4 back and forth against Place motorcycle on an auxil- the brake rotor 5. iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- Carefully pull brake calipers ommends BMW Motorrad rear back to remove them from the wheel stand.
Page 106 Quick-release axle in clamping screw. workshop, preferably an threaded bush authorized BMW Motorrad Remove right-hand axle clamp- retailer. 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) ing screw 2. The front wheel must be...
Page 107 Removing rear wheel speed sensor could chafe through if it comes into contact Place motorcycle on an auxil- with the brake disk. iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec- Make sure that sensor cable is ommends BMW Motorrad rear routed correctly. wheel stand.
Page 108 with center stand Generation Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on its center stand. Loosen screw 3 on clamp far Remove screw 4 on the rear enough that the clip can be footrest while supporting the twisted.
Page 109 Installing rear wheel Engage first gear. When using the BMW Motor- rad rear wheel stand: remount Malfunctions may occur the lock washer. during control interventions by ABS and ASC if a wheel other than the standard wheel is in- stalled.
Page 110 Turn the end muffler to its ini- tial position. Align end muffler so that speci- Align clip as shown. fied distance is complied with. Tighten screw 3 on the ball pipe clip with the appropriate Distance from muffler to torque. Tighten screw 4 on the rear tire footrest with the appropriate...
Page 111: Front Wheel Stand
Place the motorcycle on the cen- ter stand or an auxiliary stand before lifting it with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand. Use basic stand with part number (83 30 0 402 241) in...
Page 112: Rear Wheel Stand
Use basic stand with part num- ber (83 30 0 402 245) with rear axle adapter (83 30 0 402 250). with special model K 1300 S with HP package The sensor ring of the If the motorcycle is resting...
Page 113: Lamps
Remove the lock washer 2; to do so, press the unlock but- ton 3. Make sure ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its side stand. Position motorcycle upright To ensure a secure position, while simultaneously pressing install lever 4 on the short side grip of stand back so that both of the stand.
Page 114 where other than on its metal Switch off the ignition. socket base. Remove spring strap 4 from detents and fold up. Remove the covers 1 on the Remove bulb 5. high-beam bulbs and/or the Insert bulb 5 while ensuring Replace defective bulb. that the lug 6 is in the correct cover 2 on the low-beam bulbs by turning counterclockwise.
Page 115 Replacing parking light bulb Make sure the ground is level and firm and park the motorcy- cle. Switch off the ignition. Attach the plug 3. Remove bulb socket 3 from the headlight housing from be- low by turning it counterclock- wise.
Page 116 Replacing front turn Replace defective bulb. indicator bulbs Bulb for parking light Make sure the ground is level and firm and park the motorcy- W5W / 12 V / 5 W cle. Switch off the ignition. To prevent contaminants from being deposited on the new bulb's glass surface, always use a clean, dry cloth to hold it.
Page 117 Pull lamp housing on screw Remove bulb 3 from bulb Install bulb 3 in bulb socket. connection side out of mirror holder. housing. Replacing defective bulb Remove bulb holder 2 from lamp housing by turning it Bulbs for flashing turn counterclockwise.
Page 118 Install screw 1. Remove screw 1. Press bulb 2 into socket and turn counterclockwise to re- Replacing rear turn move. indicator bulbs Replace defective bulb. Make sure the ground is level and firm and park the motorcy- Bulbs for flashing turn cle.
Page 119: Jump-Starting
Use only jump leads fitted with Contact a specialized work- fully insulated crocodile clips at shop, preferably an authorized both ends. BMW Motorrad retailer. Jump-starting with a donor- Maximum number of de- battery voltage higher than Insert lamp glass in turn indica-...
Page 120: Battery
Compliance with the points be- battery's negative terminal. BMW Motorrad has devel- low is important in order to maxi- Start engine of the vehicle with oped a trickle-charger spe- mize battery life: discharged battery in usual cially designed for compatibility way;...
Page 121 Charging disconnected Charging the connected Use BMW chargers with the battery battery directly at the bat- part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 tery terminals can damage the (220 V) or, as applicable, Charge battery using a suitable motorcycle electronics.
Page 122 Installing battery be recharged regularly. See the instructions for caring for your Place battery in battery com- battery. Always fully recharge partment, positive terminal on the battery before returning it to right in direction of travel. use. Removing battery Removing battery compartment cover ( 121).
Page 123 Consult a certified workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer, for setting of Remove screws 1. the date. Remove battery compartment Installing battery compartment...
Page 125: Care
Care Care products ..... 124 Washing your motorcycle ..124 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts .
Page 126: 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 127: Paint Care
Remove this type of soiling with with plenty of water and BMW cleaning naphtha or spirit on a auto shampoo. Use chrome pol- clean cloth or cotton ball. BMW ish for additional treatment. Motorrad recommends remov- ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-...
Page 128: Protective Wax Coating
Protective wax coating Returning motorcycle to use To preserve the finish of your motorcycle, BMW Motorrad rec- Remove the protective wax ommends using BMW Car Wax coating. or agents that contain carnauba Clean the motorcycle. or synthetic waxes. Install a charged battery.
Page 129: Technical Data
Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 128 Riding specifications ....140 Threaded fasteners ....129 Engine .
Page 130: Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start Possible cause Remedy Side stand is extended Retract side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch. No fuel in tank Refueling ( 74).
Page 131: Threaded Fasteners
Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Front brake caliper on wheel carrier M8 x 32 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm) Clamping bolt in wheel carrier M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm) Rear wheel Value...
Page 132 Rear wheel Value Valid Tighten rear wheel on wheel flange M10 x 1.25 x 40 diagonally 44 lb/ft (60 Nm) Footrests Value Valid Footrest on bracket M8 x 20 14 lb/ft (19 Nm) with HP footrest sys- Foot piece on foot lever 7 lb/ft (10 Nm) with HP footrest sys-...
Page 133: Engine
Engine Engine design Transverse-mounted four-cylinder, four-stroke in- line engine, angled 55° toward front. With four valves per cylinder, actuated by two overhead camshafts and trailing valve levers; liquid cooled, electronic fuel injection, integrated six-speed cas- sette transmission, dry-sump lubrication Displacement 1293 cc (1293 cm Cylinder bore 3.1 in (80 mm)
Page 134: Fuel
1.1 gal (4 l), with filter change (larger marked container) 0.5 quarts (0.5 l), Difference between Min and products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally permissible viscosity classes Castrol Power 1 Racing SAE 5W-40 Engine oil, API SL / JASO MA2 ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C)
Page 135: Clutch
Engine oil for motorcycles with wet clutch, API SJ / JASO MA2 ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C) SAE 10W-50 Engine oil for motorcycles with wet clutch, API SJ / JASO MA2 ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C) BMW recommends Clutch Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch...
Page 136: Transmission
0.971 (33:34 teeth), 6th gear 1.045 (23:22 teeth), Angle drive 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 Number of teeth in bevel gears (gear ratio) 2.82 (31:11)
Page 137: Running Gear
Spring travel, front 4.9 in (125 mm), On wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Type of rear suspension Central strut with coil spring and single-tube gas- filled shock absorber controlled by linkage system.
Page 138: Brakes
Organic 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-motor- rad.com. Front wheel Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Front-wheel rim size 3.50"...
Page 139: Electrical System
Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2 Rear-wheel rim size 6.0" x 17" Rear tire designation 190 / 55 ZR 17 Tire inflation pressure 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...
Page 140 Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK KR9CI Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm), New Bulbs Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulbs for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for taillight/brake light...
Page 141: Frame
Frame Frame design Cast light allow - welded design with screwed-on tubular steel rear frame Location of type plate On right wheel carrier Location of vehicle identification number Front right side frame section Dimensions Motorcycle length 86.5 in (2196 mm) Motorcycle height 48.1 in (1221 mm), Across windshield at DIN un- laden weight...
Page 142: Weights
Weights Unladen weight 560 lbs (254 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE Permissible gross weight 1014 lbs (460 kg) Maximum payload 454 lbs (206 kg) Riding specifications Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)
Page 143: Service
Service Reporting safety defects ... 142 BMW Motorrad Service ... . 143 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services ......143 Maintenance work .
Page 144: 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 145: Bmw Motorrad Service
BMW Motorrad Service of a breakdown (Mobile Service, To ensure that your BMW con- breakdown assistance, vehicle re- sistently remains in optimal con- With its worldwide service net- covery and retrieval, etc.). dition BMW Motorrad urges you work, BMW Motorrad can attend...
Page 146 BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the ser- vices performed may be depen- dent on the vehicle owner and the mileage driven. Your BMW Motorrad retailer confirms that the service has been performed and enters the date for the next service.
Page 147: Confirmation Of Maintenance
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 148 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 149 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 150 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 151 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 152: 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 153 Work carried out Odometer Date reading...
Page 154 Brake pads Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Battery Check front, 95 Charging connected Check rear, 96 Control, 18 battery, 119 Running in, 71 Operating, 52 Charging disconnected Brakes Self-diagnosis, 69 battery, 119 Adjusting handlebar lever, 55 Technology in detail, 78 Closing battery Checking operation, 95 compartment, 121 Warning indicators, 37...
Page 155 Coolant Oil level indicator, 28 Fuel reserve Overtemperature warning Range, 27 Technical data, 132 indicator, 34 Warning indicator, 34 Topping up, 94 Currentness of this manual, 7 Fuses Warning for engine oil level, 37 Technical data, 137 Warning for engine oil pressure, 35 Damping Equipment, 7...
Page 156 Replacing parking light Mirrors Ignition Adjusting, 57 bulb, 113 Switching off, 44 Mobility Services, 143 Replacing rear light, 117 Switching on, 44 Motorcycle Replacing rear turn indicator Immobilizer Care, 123 bulbs, 116 Spare key, 45 Cleaning, 123 Technical data, 138 Warning indicator, 34 Parking, 73 Warning for bulb failure, 36...
Page 157 Onboard toolkit Rear-wheel stand Spring preload Contents, 92 Mounting, 110 Adjusting, 57 Position on motorcycle, 20 Refueling, 74 Rear adjuster, 11 Overview of warning Rider's Manual (US Model) Starting, 68 indicators, 30 Position on motorcycle, 20 Control, 19 Overviews Running gear Steering lock Instrument cluster, 21 Technical data, 135...
Page 158 Running gear, 135 Transmission Immobilizer, 34 Technical data, 134 Spark plugs, 138 Tire Pressure Monitor, 39 Troubleshooting chart, 128 Warning lamps, 21 Standards, 7 Turn indicators Overview, 25 Transmission, 134 Control, 18 Weights Weights, 140 Operating, 49 Payload table, 20 Wheels and tires, 136 Type plate, 15 Technical data, 140...
Page 159 The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2011 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
Page 160 Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), With tire cold Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold BMW recommends *01418525127* Order No.: 01 41 8 525 127 10.2011, 3rd Edition...

BMW K 1300 S Rider's Manual

Table of Contents

Overviews 2

Status Indicators 3

Operation 4

Riding 5

Technology in Detail 6

Accessories 7

Maintenance 8

Care 9

Technical Data 10

Service 11

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