BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual R 1200 RT
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Welcome to BMW We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from BMW and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new motorcycle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW motorcycle. It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features.
Table of Contents You can also consult the index at the end of this Rider's Manual if you want to find a particular topic or item of information. 1 General instructions . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Actuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 Status indicators . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking your motorcycle . . . . Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 74 75 6 Engineering details . . . . . Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General instructions Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6 1 5 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Actuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 General instructions Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 General instructions 6 z Overview Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual will provide you with an initial overview of your motorcycle. All maintenance and repair work on the motorcycle is documented in Chapter 11. This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on your motorcycle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims. When the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual; it is an important part of the motorcycle.
Electronic Suspension Adjustment. RDC Tyre pressure monitoring (ReifenDruck-Control). Equipment When you ordered your BMW motorcycle, you chose various items of custom equipment. This Rider's Manual describes optional extras (OE) offered by BMW and selected optional accessories (OA). This explains why the manual may also contain descriptions of equipment which you have not ordered.
General instructions 1 8 z
General views General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2 9 Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 General views Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General views 2 10 z
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Headlight beam-throw adjustment ( 61) Brake-fluid reservoir, front ( 101) On-board socket (OE/OA) ( 88) Adjuster for damping characteristic, rear suspension ( 57) adjustable shift lever ( 56) Engine oil level indicator ( 97) Power socket ( 88) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (on steering-head bearing) 2 11 General views General view, left side z
General views 2 12 z
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Seat lock ( 62) with seat heating OE Control for rear-seat heating (underneath rear seat) ( 50) Tank bag adapter Fuel filler neck ( 75) Clutch-fluid reservoir electrically adjustable windscreen ( 56) Storage compartment ( 54) Engine-oil filler neck ( 98) 2 13 General views General view, right side z
General views 2 14 z
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Front-seat height adjustment ( 64) Battery ( 120) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 102) Rider's Manual Toolkit Helmet holder ( 64) Payload table Table of tyre pressures Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 56) 2 15 General views Underneath the seat z
2 Multifunction switch, left 16 1 General views 2 z 3 4 5 6 7 8 Operation of the audio system (OE, see separate instructions for use) High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( 47) with cruise-control system OE Cruise control system control ( 52) Hazard warning flashers ( 48) Windscreen control ( 56) Operation of the turn indicators ( 47) Horn with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA II) OE Operating ESA ( 58)
with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) OE Operating the ASC ( 51) 10 Select display ( 44) 2 17 General views 9 z
Multifunction switch, right 18 1 General views 2 z 2 3 4 with heated handlebar grips OE Operation of the heated handlebar grips ( 49) with seat heating OE Front seat heating control ( 50) Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( 48) Starter button ( 70)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Speedometer Warning and telltale lights ( 23) Multifunction display ( 22) Rev. counter Anti-theft alarm telltale light (OE, see separate instructions for use) Operation of the clock ( 43) Adjust the dimmer ( 46).
General views 2 20 z
Status indicators Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Warning and telltale lights . . . . . . . . . . . 23 3 21 Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Status indicators Telltale light of cruise control . . . . . . .
3 Multifunction display 1 22 Status indicators 2 3 z 4 5 6 7 8 9 The height of the column indicates the quantity of fuel left in the tank. Warnings ( 26) - with audio system (OE) Audio-system readings Gear indicator; "N" indicates neutral. The height of the column indicates engine temperature.
Warning and telltale lights 7 General warning light, in combination with warnings in the display ( 26) The ABS symbol might differ, depending on the specifics of national regulations.
24 Status indicators Service-due indicator is accompanied by the 'General' warning light showing yellow. The word "Service" remains permanently visible. If the service-due indicator appears more than a month before the service date, the date saved in the instrument cluster must be adjusted. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected for a prolonged period of time. If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
The calculated range is only an approximate figure. Consequently, BMW Motorrad recommends that you should not try to use the full range before refuelling. without on-board computer OE The range reading does not appear until the fuel is down to the reserve level. with on-board computer OE The figure for average consumption used to calculate range is not shown and might not be the same as the average-consumption reading that appears on the display.
Warnings 3 Mode of presentation Status indicators 26 z The tyre-pressure readings are based on a reference tyre temperature of 20 °C. The front tyre pressure is on the left 1; the reading on the right 2 is the rear tyre pressure. -- -appears directly after the ignition is switched on, because the sensors do not transmit tyre pressures until the first time the motorcycle accelerates to more than 30 km/h. If warning symbol 2 also shows, the reading is a warning. The critical tyre pressure flashes.
3 27 Status indicators The possible warnings are listed on the next page.
3 28 Warnings, overview Warning and telltale lights Lights up yellow Warning symbols on the display EWS ! appears on Meaning Electronic immobiliser active ( 32) Status indicators the display z Lights up yellow Flashes Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up yellow Appears on the display Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 32) Flashes red Appears on the display Insufficient engine oil pressure ( Lights up red Appears on the display Insufficient battery charge current ( 33) Lights up yellow Ap
Warning symbols on the display Meaning 3 + "Oil" appear on the display Engine-oil level too low ( + ambient-temperature reading flash Outside temperature warning ( Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed ( 35) Lights up ABS fault ( quick-flashes ASC intervention ( slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed ( 36) lights up ASC deactivated ( lights up ASC fault ( 35) 36) 35) 36) 29 34) 35) Status indicators Warning and telltale lights z
3 30 Warning and telltale lights Lights up yellow Warning symbols on the display Appears on the display Meaning Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( 36) Status indicators The critical pressure flashes. z Flashes red Appears on the display Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance ( 37) The critical pressure flashes. "--" or "-is displayed. Lights up yellow Appears on the display "--" or "-is displayed.
Lights up yellow Warning symbols on the display + "DWA" appears on the display Meaning Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 3 39) 31 Status indicators Warning and telltale lights z
3 32 Electronic immobiliser active General warning light shows yellow. Status indicators EWS ! appears on the display. z Possible cause: The key being used is not authorised for starting, or communication between key and engine electronics is disrupted. Remove all other vehicle keys from the same ring as the ignition key. Use the reserve key. Have the defective key replaced, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Fuel down to reserve General warning light shows yellow.
General warning light flashes red. Oil-can symbol appears on the display. The oil pressure in the lube-oil system is too low. Stop immediately and switch off the engine. The insufficient oil pressure warning does not fulfil the function of an oil gauge. The only way of checking whether the oil level is correct is to check the oil level indicator. Possible cause: The engine-oil level is too low. Checking engine oil level ( 97). If the oil level is too low: Top up the engine oil.
3 Status indicators 34 z Possible cause: Rear light or brake light bulb defective. Replacing brake-light, rearlight and rear-indicator bulbs ( 115). Front light bulb defective Bulb symbol with arrow pointing to the front appears on the display. A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible.
Outside temperature warning with on-board computer OE + ambient-temperature reading flash. Possible cause: The air temperature measured at the motorcycle is lower than 3 °C. The ambient temperature warning does not mean that there is no risk of ice forming at measured temperatures above 3 °C. Always take extra care when temperatures are low; remember that the danger of black ice forming is particularly high on bridges and where the road is in shade. Ride carefully and think well ahead.
3 Status indicators 36 z ASC warning light quickflashes. The ASC has detected a degree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to reduce torque. The warning light flashes for longer than ASC intervention lasts. This affords the rider visual feedback on control intervention even after the critical situation has been dealt with. ASC self-diagnosis not completed with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) OE ASC warning light slowflashes.
General warning light flashes red. Tyre symbol appears on the display. Tyre symbol appears on the display. The critical pressure flashes. Possible cause: Measured tyre pressure is close to the limit of permitted tolerance. Correct the tyre pressure as stated on the inside cover of the Rider's Manual. Before you adjust tyre pressure, read the information on temperature compensation and adjusting pressure in the section entitled "Engineering details".
3 Status indicators 38 z Signal transmission disrupted with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE "--" or "-- --" is displayed. Possible cause: The vehicle has not yet accelerated past the threshold of approximately 30 km/h. The RDC sensors do not start transmitting signals until the motorcycle reaches a speed above this threshold for the first time ( 84). Increase speed above this threshold and observe the RDC readings.
Tyre-pressure sensor battery weak with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE General warning light shows yellow. + "RDC" appears on the display. This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. Possible cause: The integral battery in the tyrepressure sensor has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity. There is no assurance of how long the tyre pressure control system can remain operational.
Status indicators 3 40 z
Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . 42 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Electronic immobiliser EWS . . . . . . . . . 43 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Shift mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch/steering lock workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 42 Keys Switching on ignition Operation 4 z You receive two master keys and one emergency key. The emergency key is small and light so that it can always be kept in a wallet or purse, for example. It is designed for occasional use, for example when no master key is available; it is not intended for constant use. Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 43).
Turn the handlebars to the full left or right lock position. Turn the key to position 3, while moving the handlebars slightly. Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched off. Handlebars locked. Key can be removed. Electronic immobiliser EWS The on-board electronics access the data saved in the ignition key via a ring aerial in the ignition lock. The ignition is not enabled for starting until the engine control unit has recognised the key as "authorised" for your motorcycle.
4 44 Set the clock only when the motorcycle is stationary. Switch on the ignition. Hold down the button until the minutes number stops flashing. This completes the process. Reading Selecting readings Operation Switch on the ignition. without on-board computer OE Residual range (RANGE, once fuel level is down to reserve) with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE Tyre pressures (RDC) with on-board computer OE z Press and hold down button 1 until the hours number 2 flashes.
Select the desired tripmeter. without on-board computer OE with on-board computer OE 4 Press button 4 to select the reading in display area 2. The following values can be displayed: Ambient temperature Range Average speed Average consumption Oil-level reminder (Oil) with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE Tyre pressures (RDC) Resetting tripmeter Switch on the ignition. Press and hold down button 1 until the tripmeter reading in display area 2 has reset.
Lights 46 The side lights switch on automatically when the ignition is switched on. Operation 4 z Side light Press and hold down button 4 until the reading in display area 2 has reset. Multifunction display Adjust the dimmer Attempting to adjust the dimmer while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the dimmer unless the motorcycle is at a standstill. Switch on the ignition. Press button 1. The current level of dimming appears in display field 2.
High-beam headlight and headlight flasher Parking lights Switch off the ignition. Immediately after switching off the ignition, push button 1 to the left and hold it in this position until the parking lights come on. Switch the ignition on and off again to switch off the parking lights. Turn indicators Operating the turn indicators Switch on the ignition. 4 47 Operation Push switch 1 forward to switch on the high-beam headlight. Pull switch 1 back to operate the headlight flasher.
4 Hazard warning flashers 48 Operating hazard warning flashers Emergency off switch (kill switch) Operation Switch on the ignition. z The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. If you press a turn-indicator button with the ignition switched on, the turn-indicator function is activated instead of the hazard warning flashers, and remains active until you release the button.
The increase in power consumption caused by having the heated handlebar grips switched on can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, the heated handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the battery's starting capability. Engine switched off Normal operating position (run) Heated handlebar grips with heated handlebar grips OE Operating the heated handlebar grips Start the engine.
4 Operation 50 z with seat heating OE soon as the seat is warm. The heating stage you have selected is indicated by the symbol in the multifunction display 2. 50% heating power Front-seat heating 100% heating power length of time to pass without making further changes. Seat heating Start the engine. Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running. The increase in power consumption caused by the seat heating can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds.
Automatic Stability Control ASC with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) OE Deactivating the ASC function Switch on the ignition. You have the option of deactivating the ASC function while the motorcycle is on the move. Set switch 1 to the desired heating stage. The heating stage you have selected is indicated by the symbol in the multifunction display 5. 50% heating power The rear seat has two-stage heating.
4 Operation 52 z ASC warning light shows. Release button 1 within two seconds. ASC warning light remains ON. The ASC function is deactivated. Activating the ASC function ASC warning light goes out; if self-diagnosis has not completed it starts flashing. Switching on cruise control Release button 1 within two seconds. The ASC warning light remains off or continues to flash. The ASC function is activated. You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again.
Telltale light for cruise control shows. The motorcycle maintains your current cruising speed and the setting is saved. Push button 2 forward and hold it in this position. The motorcycle accelerates steplessly. The current speed is maintained and saved if button 2 is not pushed again. 4 53 Decelerating Push button 2 back and hold it in this position. The motorcycle decelerates steplessly. The current speed is maintained and saved if button 2 is not pushed again.
4 Resuming former cruising speed Operation 54 z Telltale light for cruise control shows. Switch off cruise control Briefly push button 2 back to return to the speed saved beforehand. Opening the throttle does not deactivate the cruisecontrol system. If you release the twistgrip the motorcycle will decelerate only to the cruising speed saved in memory, even though you might have intended slowing to a lower speed. Slide switch 1 to the left. The system is deactivated. Button 2 is disabled.
The adjusting screw is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever forward. 55 Brakes Adjust the handbrake lever Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars. Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise to increase the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise to reduce the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip.
4 Shift mechanism Mirrors Adjusting shift lever Adjust the mirrors Operation 56 z Slacken screw 1. Turn peg 2 to the desired position. Tighten screw 1 to the specified tightening torque. Selector lever to selector shaft 8 Nm Pivot the mirror to the correct position by pressing gently at the edge. Windscreen Adjusting windscreen Switch on the ignition. Press top section of button 1 to raise the windscreen. Press bottom section of button 1 to lower the windscreen.
Your motorcycle's handling will suffer if you do not match the spring-preload and damping-characteristic settings. Adjust the damping characteristic to suit spring preload. Remove the rear seat ( If you want to reduce spring preload, turn the knob in the direction indicated by the LOW arrow. 62). Basic setting of spring preload, rear Adjust spring preload by turning knob 1. If you want to increase spring preload, turn the knob in the direction indicated by the HIGH arrow.
4 Basic setting of rear-suspension damping characteristic Operation 58 z There is a risk of injury by burns if you adjust the damping characteristic while the silencer is hot. Use a screwdriver extension and wear protective gloves. Adjust the damping characteristic, using the tool from the on-board toolkit to turn adjusting screw 1. If you want a harder damping characteristic, turn adjusting screw 1 in the direction indicated by the H arrow.
Call up settings Switch on the ignition. Press button 1 to view the current setting. One-up with luggage 4 Two-up (with luggage) 59 The setting shows briefly, then disappears automatically. The damping you select is shown in panel 1 of the multifunction display and load mode is shown in panel 2.
4 Operation 60 z setting you want to use appears on the display. You can adjust the damping characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move. To set the load mode, repeatedly long-press button 1 until the setting you want to use appears on the display. The load cannot be set while the motorcycle is in motion.
Adjusting headlight for driving on left/driving on right If the motorcycle is ridden in a country where the opposite rule of the road applies, its asymmetric low-beam headlight will tend to dazzle oncoming traffic. Have the headlight set accordingly by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Commercially available adhesive tape will damage the plastic lens of the light.
with seat heating OE 4 Operation 62 z a b Turn the knob as far as it will go in the UP direction: Neutral position. Turn the knob in the DOWN direction until the headlight beam no longer dazzles oncoming traffic. Front and rear seats Remove the rear seat Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Turn the key to unlatch seat lock 1 and hold it in this position while pressing down the rear part of the rear seat. Lift the rear seat at the rear and release the key.
with seat heating OE Install the front seat with seat heating OE that the seat is correctly located. 4 Disengage the latch and disconnect plug 3. Connect plug 3. Remove the front seat and place it, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. If you install the seat in the low position, check that the seat's rubber buffers 5 are in the bottom positions in mounts 6. Firmly press the front seat into the mounts. Install the rear seat ( 63).
4 with seat heating OE 64 The rear seat engages with an audible click. Adjusting seat height Operation Remove the front seat ( 62). Use a plastic-sheathed steel cable to secure the helmet to helmet holder 1. Connect plug 2. z Remove seat supporting rod 1 and reinsert it at the desired height. Install the front seat ( 63). Helmet holder Slide the rear seat underneath the front seat and push it down firmly at the rear. Securing helmet to motorcycle Remove the rear seat ( 62).
Pass the steel cable through the helmet and the holder and position cable and helmet as shown here. Install the rear seat ( 63). 4 65 Operation way when you hook the helmet into position.
Operation 4 66 z
Riding Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 5 67 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions 68 Do not ride without the correct clothing! Always wear: Helmet Motorcycling jacket and trousers Gloves Boots Riding 5 z Rider's equipment This applies even to short journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be glad to advise you on the correct clothing for every purpose.
with tank rucksack OA Note the maximum permissible payload of the tank bag. Payload of tank bag ≤5 kg Speed If you ride at high speed, always bear in mind that various boundary conditions can adversely affect the handling of your motorcycle: Settings of the spring-strut and shock-absorber system Imbalanced load Loose clothing Insufficient tyre pressure Poor tyre tread Risk of poisoning Catalytic converter Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless but highly toxic.
5 Riding 70 z Risk of overheating Checklist Starting Cooling would be inadequate if the engine were allowed to idle for a lengthy period with the motorcycle at a standstill: overheating would result. In extreme cases, the motorcycle could catch fire. Do not allow the engine to idle unnecessarily. Ride away immediately after starting the engine.
Pre-ride check The instrument panel runs a test of the 'General' warning light when the ignition is switched on: this is the "Pre-Ride-Check. The test is aborted if you start the engine before it completes. Phase 1 General warning light shows red. Press starter button 1. The start attempt is automatically interrupted if battery voltage is too low. Recharge the battery before you start the engine, or use jump leads and a donor battery to start. The engine starts.
5 Riding 72 z Phase 1 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components with the vehicle at a standstill. ABS warning light flashes. Phase 2 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components while the motorcycle is on the move (speed at least 5 km/h)). ABS warning light flashes. ABS self-diagnosis completed The ABS warning light goes out. If an indicator showing an ABS fault appears when ABS self-diagnosis completes: You can continue to ride.
Engine Until the first inspection, vary the throttle opening and engine-speed range frequently; avoid riding at constant engine rpm for prolonged periods. Try to do most of your riding during this initial period on twisting, fairly hilly roads. Comply with the rpm limits for running in. Running-in speeds <5500 min-1 (Odometer reading 0...200 km) <6500 min-1 (Odometer reading 200...400 km) <7500 min-1 (Odometer reading 400...600 km) maximum engine rpm for short bursts (Odometer reading 600...
5 Riding 74 z the front wheel. Remember to pull the clutch at the same time. In the "panic braking situations" that are trained so frequently braking force is applied as rapidly as possible and with the rider's full force exerted on the brake levers; under these circumstances the dynamic shift in load distribution cannot keep pace with the increase in deceleration and the tyres cannot transmit the full braking force to the surface of the road.
If the camber of the roadway permits, turn the handlebars all the way to the left. On a gradient, the motorcycle should always face uphill; select 1st gear. Centre stand Switch off the engine. If the ground is soft or uneven, there is no guarantee that the motorcycle will rest firmly on the stand. Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm. Excessive movements could cause the centre stand to retract, and the vehicle would topple in consequence.
5 Riding 76 z Fuel expands when hot. Fuel escaping from an overfilled tank could make its way onto the road surface. This could cause a fall. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel attacks plastics, which become dull or unsightly. Wipe plastic parts immediately after contact with fuel. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.
Securing motorcycle for transportation Make sure that all components that might come into contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are adequately protected against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose. pling; this is best done with the support of a 2nd person. Push the motorcycle onto the transportation flat and hold it in position: do not place it on the side stand or centre stand. Pass the straps through the leading link and tighten the straps.
Riding 5 78 z
Engineering details Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 6 79 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 84 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Engineering details Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 80 Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Engineering details Partially integral brakes z Your motorcycle is equipped with partially integral brakes. Both front and rear brakes are applied when you pull the handbrake lever. The footbrake lever acts only on the rear brake. While the brakes are slowing the motorcycle, the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS adapts braking-force distribution between front and rear brakes to suit the load on the motorcycle.
What feedback does the rider receive from the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS? If the ABS system has to reduce braking force on account of the circumstances described above, vibration is perceptible through the handbrake lever. When the handbrake lever is pulled, brake pressure is also built up at the rear wheel by the integral function.
6 Engineering details 82 z In addition to problems with the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, exceptional riding conditions can lead to a fault message being issued. Exceptional riding conditions: Heating up with the motorcycle on the centre stand or an auxiliary stand, engine idling or with a gear engaged. Rear wheel locked by the engine brake for a lengthy period, for example while descending on a loose or slippery surface.
BMW Motorrad ASC is designed as an assistant system for the rider and for use on public roads. The extent to which the rider affects the ASC can be considerable (weight shifts when cornering, items of luggage loose on the motorcycle), especially when style of riding takes rider and machine close to the limits imposed by physics. The system is not optimised for special requirements that apply under extreme competitive situations off-road or on the track.
6 Engineering details 84 z If the front wheel lifts clear of the ground under severe acceleration, the ASC reduces engine torque until the front wheel regains contact with the ground. Under these circumstances, BMW Motorrad recommends rolling the throttle slightly closed so as to restore stability with the least possible delay. When riding on a slippery surface, never snap the throttle twistgrip fully closed without pulling the clutch at the same time.
Tyre pressure is a temperaturesensitive variable: pressure increases as tyre temperature rises and decreases as tyre temperature drops. Tyre temperature depends on ambient temperature, on the style of riding and the duration of the ride. The tyre-pressure readings shown by the multifunction display are temperaturecompensated; the reference tyre temperature for these readings is always 20 °C. The gauges on service station air lines do not compensate for temperature.
6 Engineering details 86 z The combination of spring mount, suspension and spring rate ensure that the suspension geometry is always perfectly adjusted. The static normal position is almost maintained even while riding. The different riding conditions and load statuses are compensated, so that the handling of the motorcycle remains constant.
Accessories General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 7 87 Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Accessories Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Accessories 88 z General instructions BMW Motorrad recommends the use of parts and accessories for your motorcycle that are approved by BMW for this purpose. Genuine BMW parts and accessories and other products which BMW has approved can be obtained from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer, together with expert advice on their installation and use. These parts and products have been tested by BMW for safety, function and suitability. BMW accepts product liability for them.
Cable routing The cables from the power sockets to the auxiliary devices must be routed in such a way that they: Do not impede the rider Do not restrict the steering angle or obstruct handling Cannot be trapped. Cases Opening cases Lever 2 pops up. Pull the release lever all the way up. The lid of the case opens. 7 89 Closing cases Accessories remains operational if the ignition is subsequently switched off.
7 case, ensure that the vehicle key is not left in the cases. Remove the cases 90 The case is released and can be removed. Installing cases Accessories Pull the case handle up as far as it will go. z Push release lever 2 down until it engages. Turn the key in the case lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock. Turn the key to the RELEASE position in the case lock. The handle pops out. Seat the case in holders 4. Pull handle 3 out and then pull it up as far as it will go.
Opening topcase Pull the release lever all the way up. The lid of the topcase opens. 7 91 Push case handle 3 down until it engages. Turn the key in the case lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock. Accessories Closing topcase Turn the key to the OPEN position in the topcase lock. z Pull release lever 2 all the way up. Close the lid of the topcase and hold it down. Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case. Topcase with topcase OA Push lock barrel 1 forward.
Removing topcase 7 92 Lift the topcase at the rear and remove it from the luggage carrier. Installing topcase Accessories Pull the handle up as far as it will go. z Push release lever 2 down until it engages. Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock. Turn the key to the RELEASE position in the topcase lock. The handle pops out. Hook the topcase into position on the luggage carrier.
7 Push handle 3 down until it engages. Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock.
Accessories 7 94 z
Maintenance General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 8 95 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Maintenance 96 z General instructions Toolkit The "Maintenance" chapter describes straightforward procedures for checking and replacing certain wear parts. Special tightening torques are listed as applicable. The tightening torques for the threaded fasteners on your vehicle are listed in the section entitled "Technical data".
the engine cold or after no more than a short ride will lead to misinterpretation of oil level. In order to ensure that the engine oil level is read correctly, check the oil level only after at engine operating temperature. 97 Check the oil level in oil-level indicator 1. z Engine oil Checking engine oil level The oil level varies with the temperature of the oil. The higher the temperature, the higher the level of oil in the sump.
8 Maintenance 98 z Use the tool from the toolkit to install the cap in the engine-oil filler neck. Engine oil, capacity Products recommended by BMW Motorrad max 4.0 l (with filter change) If the oil level is below the MIN mark: Top up the engine oil ( 98). If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Top up the engine oil Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.
Brake-pad wear limit, front 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. The wear indicators (grooves) must be clearly visible.) If the wear indicating marks are no longer clearly visible: Brake pads worn past the minimum permissible thickness can cause a reduction in braking efficiency and under certain circumstances they can 8 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
In order to ensure the dependability of the brake system, do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible thickness. 8 Maintenance 100 z Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Visually inspect the brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: From the left toward brake caliper 1. Brake-pad wear limit, rear 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate.
Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2 is between the brake pads. How to interpret the marks: Three rings visible: brake-pad thickness is at least 75 % Two rings visible: Brake-pad thickness is at least 50 % One ring visible: Brake-pad thickness is at least 25 % No rings visible: Brake pads worn to wear limit; check as described above A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. This significantly reduces braking efficiency.
8 Maintenance 102 z If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If the bottom edge of the black diaphragm in the brake-fluid reservoir is below the MAX mark: Checking front brake pad thickness ( 98). Checking the brake-fluid level, rear brakes A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system.
63). Do not attempt to top up the system with fluids of any kind. Clutch Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking clutch function Pull the clutch lever. The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible: Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
8 Maintenance 104 z the minimum tyre tread depth permitted by law. Have the tyres changed in good time before they wear to the minimum permissible tread depth. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Measure the tyre tread depth in the main tread grooves with wear marks. Wear indicators are built into the main profile grooves on each tyre. The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn down to the level of the marks.
RDC label with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE position of the RDC sensor. When changing the tyre, take care not to damage the RDC sensor. Be sure to draw the attention of the authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or specialist workshop to the fact that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor. Work the front-wheel cover forward to remove, pulling the two sides slightly apart. Remove the front wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
8 Maintenance 106 z Once the calipers have been removed, there is a risk of the brake pads being pressed together to the extent that they cannot be slipped back over the brake disc on reassembly. Do not operate the handbrake lever when the brake calipers have been removed. Remove screws 2 of the brake calipers on left and right. Force the brake pads 3 slightly apart by rocking brake caliper 4 back and forth against brake disc 5.
Possible malfunctions when ABS and ASC intervene, if any other wheel but the series standard wheel is installed. See the information on the effect of wheel size on chassis and suspension control units ABS and ASC at the start of this chapter. Threaded fasteners not tightened to the specified torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim. 8 Maintenance 108 Clip in two clips 1 holding the sensor cable to the brake line. z Braking efficiency is impaired if the brake pads are not correctly bedded against the discs. Before riding off, always check that the brakes bite as soon as the brake lever is pulled or the brake pedal depressed. Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded. Hold the front-wheel cover in position and install bolts 1 on left and right.
8 Risk of burning due to hot exhaust system. Do not touch any hot parts of the exhaust system. Slacken screw 1 of the clamp and slip the clamp to the rear. Do not remove the sealing grease from the clamp. Remove screw 2 for the bracket of the end silencer from the rear footrest. Work the end silencer to the rear to remove and lay it on a padded rest. Engage first gear. Remove studs 3 from the rear wheel, while supporting the wheel. Lower the rear wheel to the ground and roll it out to the rear.
8 Maintenance 110 Threaded fasteners not tightened to the specified torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Seat the rear wheel on the rear-wheel adapter. Rear wheel to wheel carrier Tightening sequence: tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm Push the end silencer onto the pipe at the exhaust-flow control valve and turn it to its initial position.
Tighten screw 1 to the specified tightening torque. Clamp to silencer and manifold 28 Nm If applicable, install the cases. Front-wheel stand 8 Installing the front-wheel stand The BMW Motorrad front wheel stand is not designed to support motorcycles not fitted with a centre stand or without other auxiliary stands. A motorcycle resting only on the front wheel stand and the rear wheel can topple.
Bulbs 8 Replacing low-beam and high-beam headlight bulb Maintenance 112 z The positions of the plug, the spring wire retainer and the bulb might not be as illustrated below. Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely seated. Tighten securing screws 1. If the motorcycle is on the centre stand and is raised too far, the centre stand will lift clear of the ground and the motorcycle could topple to one side.
Replace the defective bulb. 8 Bulbs for the low-beam headlight 113 Bulb for high-beam headlight Disconnect plug 3. Release spring clip 4 at left and right and swing it up. Remove bulb 5. H7 / 12 V / 55 W Hold the new bulb by the base only, in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Engage spring clip 4 in the catch on left and right. z Close plug 3. Install bulb 5, making sure that tab 6 is correctly positioned.
8 Maintenance 114 z Install cover 1 for the highbeam headlight or covers 2 for the low-beam headlights. Remove the side-light bulb through opening 1. Remove bulb 3 from the bulb holder. Replace the defective bulb. Replacing parking-light bulb Bulb for parking light Remove the flashing turn indicator with fairing panel ( 118). W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.
Installing flashing turn indicator with fairing panel ( 119). 8 Replacing brake-light, rear-light and rearindicator bulbs Remove screws 1 on left and right and work the bulb housing to the rear to remove. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition. If applicable, remove the cases. Insert the bulb holder into the headlight housing and turn lever 2 clockwise to latch it in position. Maintenance Fit the bulb 3 in the bulb holder.
8 to remove them from the bulb housing. Maintenance 116 z Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Engage the bulb housing at position 5. Press bulb 4 into its socket and turn it counter-clockwise to remove. Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for tail light/brake light Press bulb 4 into its socket and turn it clockwise to install.
Replacing front turn indicator bulb 8 Remove the flashing turn indicator with fairing panel ( 118). Press bulb 2 into its socket and turn it counter-clockwise to remove. Turn bulb holder 1 counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb housing. Press bulb 2 into its socket and turn it clockwise to install. Maintenance 117 z Replace the defective bulb.
8 Maintenance 118 Installing flashing turn indicator with fairing panel ( 119). Body panels Removing flashing turn indicator with fairing panel Guide tool from toolkit parallel to edge 1 of the speaker grille and through aperture 2. Work the flashing turn indicator and the fairing panel forward to remove. Remove screw 3 inside the aperture, while holding the firing panel in position. Disconnect plug 4. Lay the fairing panel on a padded rest. z Press the mirror down and out.
Work the flashing turn indicator with fairing panel into place at positions 5 and 6. Connect plug 4. Install screw 3 while holding the fairing panel in position. Adjust the mirror. The wires leading to the power socket do not have a load-capacity rating adequate for jump-starting the engine. Excessively high current can lead to a cable fire or damage to the vehicle electronics. Do not use the on-board socket to jump-start the engine of the motorcycle.
donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V. 120 Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Remove the front seat ( 62). When jump-starting the engine, do not disconnect the battery from the on-board electrical system. Remove the protective cap from the battery's positive terminal. Begin by connecting one end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal of the discharged battery and the other end to the positive terminal of the donor battery.
BMW Motorrad has developed a float charger specially designed for compatibility with the electronics of your motorcycle. Using this charger, you can keep the battery charged during long periods of disuse, without having to disconnect the battery from the motorcycle's on-board systems. You can obtain additional information from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Charge the battery when connected Charging the connected battery directly at the bat- tery terminals can damage the vehicle electronics.
8 Maintenance 122 z the battery from the on-board systems and connect the charger directly to the battery. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE If applicable, switch off the antitheft alarm. Charging battery when disconnected Switch off the ignition. Remove the front seat ( 62). Charge the battery using a suitable charger. Comply with the operating instructions of the charger. Once the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger's terminal clips from the battery terminals.
Installation in the wrong sequence increases the risk of short-circuits. Always proceed in the correct sequence. Never install the battery without the protective cap. Connect battery positive lead 4 first. Fit protective cap 3 to the positive terminal of the battery. The connect battery negative lead 1. Install the front seat ( Setting clock ( 43). 63). 8 123 Maintenance Engage the retainer at the bottom, push it over the battery and install screw 2.
Maintenance 8 124 z
Care Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Washing the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . 126 9 125 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 128 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 128 Care Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Care 126 z Care products BMW Motorrad recommends that you use the cleaning and care products you can obtain from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The substances in BMW CareProducts have been tested in laboratories and in practice; they provide optimised care and protection for the materials used in your vehicle. The use of unsuitable cleaning and care products can damage vehicle components.
Body panels Clean the trim panels with water and BMW plastic care emulsion. Windscreens and lenses made of plastic Clean off dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water. Soften stubborn dirt and insects by covering the affected areas with a wet cloth. Chrome Use plenty of water and BMW shampoo to clean chrome, particularly if it has been exposed to road salt. Use chrome polish for additional treatment.
9 128 BMW Motorrad recommends BMW tar remover for removing specks of tar. Remember to wax the parts treated in this way. Care Protective wax coating z BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or products containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax. It is time to rewax the paintwork when water "puddles" on the surface, instead of forming beads. Laying up the motorcycle Clean the motorcycle. Removing battery ( 122).
Technical data Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 10 129 Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 Technical data 130 z Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Kill switch activated Kill switch in operating position Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( Battery flat Charge the battery when connected ( 75). 121).
Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid 131 Brake caliper to slider tube M8 - 10.9 10 30 Nm M8 x 35 19 Nm Quick-release axle in axle holder M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Clamp to silencer and manifold M8 x 40 - 10.9 28 Nm Silencer to rear frame M8 x 35 19 Nm Rear wheel to wheel carrier M10 x 1.
10 Technical data 132 z Shift lever Value Selector lever to selector shaft M6 x 25 8 Nm Valid
Engine design Four-stroke opposed twin, air-cooled with oilcooled exhaust ports, installed longitudinally, two overhead camshafts and four radially positioned valves per cylinder, electronic engine management. Displacement 1170 cm3 Cylinder bore 101 mm Piston stroke 73 mm Compression ratio 12.
10 Technical data 134 z Fuel Recommended fuel grade Premium plus unleaded, (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 98 ROZ/RON 91 AKI Alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions), (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 25 l Reserve fuel approx.
Engine oil, capacity max 4.0 l, with filter change Products recommended by BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad High Performance oil SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.
10 Technical data 136 z Transmission Gearbox type Helical 6-speed gearbox with integral reaction damper, claw-action shift by sliding sleeves Gearbox transmission ratios 1.737 2.375 1.696 1.296 1.065 0.939 0.
Running gear 10 Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, with anti-dive top fork bridge, leading link pivot-mounted on engine and telescopic forks, central spring strut supported by leading link and front frame Design of front wheel suspension Central spring strut with coil spring with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA II) OE Spring travel, front with lowered suspension OE Central spring strut with electrically adjustable rebound-stage damping.
10 Technical data 138 z Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Type of rear suspension central suspension strut pivoted to lever system, with coil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock absorber.
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-piston fixed calipers and floating brake discs Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake-pad material, rear Sintered metal Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.
10 Technical data 140 z Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Electrics Electrical rating of on-board sockets max 10 A, all sockets electronic fuse Electronic fuses protect all the circuits.
Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light P21W / 12 V / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front PY21W / 12 V / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear PY21W / 12 V / 21 W Frame Frame type Tubular steel front frame and rear frame, with load-bearing drive unit type plate location underneath rear seat Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Front fram
10 142 Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2230 mm Height of motorcycle 1430 mm, To top of windscreen when lowered, at DIN unladen weight Technical data with lowered suspension OE z 1410 mm, To top of windscreen when lowered, at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 905 mm, with mirrors Front-seat height 820...840 mm, At unladen weight with low front seat OE 780...800 mm, At unladen weight with lowered suspension OE 750 mm, At unladen weight rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1880...
Unladen weight 263 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross weight 495 kg Maximum payload 232 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h 10 143 Technical data Weights z
Technical data 10 144 z
Service BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 BMW Motorrad Mobility services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 11 145 Confirmation of maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Service Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Service 146 z BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad has an extensive network of dealerships in place to look after you and your motorcycle in more than 100 countries. Authorised BMW Motorrad dealerships have the technical information and the technical know-how to reliably carry out all maintenance and repair work on your BMW. Visit our website www.bmwmotorrad.com to find out where the nearest authorised BMW Motorrad dealership is located.
The BMW running-in check has to be performed when the motorcycle has covered between 500 km and 1200 km. BMW Service The BMW Service is carried out once a year; the extent of servicing can vary, depending on the age of the vehicle and the distance it has covered. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer confirms that the service work has been carried out and enters the date when the next service will be due.
11 BMW Pre-delivery Check BMW Running-in Check Completed Completed on on Service 148 Confirmation of maintenance work Odometer reading Next service at the latest z on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature
BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 11 149 Service BMW Service z
11 Service 150 z BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature
BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 11 151 Service BMW Service z
11 Service 152 z BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature
Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work.
11 Service 154 z Item Odometer reading Date
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Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
B Battery Charging battery when connected, 121 Charging battery when disconnected, 122 Installation, 122 Maintenance instructions, 120 Position on the motorcycle, 15 Removal, 122 Technical data, 140 Warning for battery charge current, 33 Brake fluid Checking fluid level, front, 101 Checking fluid level, rear, 102 Reservoir, front, 11 Reservoir, rear, 15 Brake pads Checking front, 98 Checking rear, 99 Running in, 73 Brakes Adjusting handlebar lever, 55 Checking function, 98 Safety instructions, 73 Technical
158 Cruise-control system Control, 16 Operation, 52 Telltale light, 23 Currency, 7 Index D Damping Adjuster, rear, 11 Adjusting, 57 Dimensions Technical data, 142 13 z E Electrics Technical data, 140 Emergency off switch (kill switch), 18 Operation, 48 Engine Starting, 70 Technical data, 133 Warning for engine electronics, 32 Engine oil Checking fill level, 97 Filler neck, 13 Fill-level indicator, 11 Technical data, 135 Topping up, 98 Warning for engine oil level, 34 Warning for engine oil pressure,
I Ignition Switching off, 42 Switching on, 42 Immobiliser Reserve key, 43 Warning, 32 Instrument panel Ambient-light brightness sensor, 19 Overview, 19 J Jump starting, 119 K Keys, 42 L Lighting Replacing brake-light bulb, 115 Replacing front turn indicator bulb, 117 Replacing high-beam headlight bulb, 112 Replacing low-beam headlight bulb, 112 Replacing parking-light bulb, 114 Replacing rear light bulb, 115 Replacing rear turn indicator bulb, 115 Technical data, 141 Warning for bulb failure, 33 Lights Con
13 Index 160 z Multifunction display, 19 Adjust the dimmer, 46 Control, 16 Overview, 22 Selecting readings, 44 Multifunction switch General view, left side, 16 General view, right side, 18 O Odometer and tripmeters Control, 19 Resetting, 45 P Parking, 74 Power socket Notes on use, 88 Position on the motorcycle, 11 Pre-ride check, 71 R Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 136 Refuelling, 75 Rev.
Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Adhesive label for rim, 105 Engineering details, 84 Reading, 25 Warnings, 36 Tyres Checking inflation pressure, 60 Checking tread depth, 103 Pressures, 140 Recommendation, 104 Running in, 73 Table of tyre pressures, 15 Technical data, 139 V Vehicle Restoring to use, 128 Vehicle Identification Number Position on the motorcycle, 11 W Warning lights Overview, 23 Warnings ABS, 35 Anti-theft alarm, 39 ASC, 35 Battery charge current, 33 Bulb defect, 33 Engine electronics, 32 Engine o
13 Index 162 z Windscreen Control, 16 Operation, 56
Details described or illustrated in this booklet may differ from the vehicle's actual specification as purchased, the accessories fitted or the national-market specification. No claims will be entertained as a result of such discrepancies. Dimensions, weights, fuel consumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tolerances. The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted.
The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart: Fuel Recommended fuel grade Premium plus unleaded, (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 98 ROZ/RON 91 AKI Alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions), (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 25 l Reserve fuel approx. 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.
