BMW Motorrad

Rider's Manual G 310GS Vehicle data/dealership details

Vehicle data Dealership details

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Registration number Dealership address/phone number (com- pany stamp) Welcome to BMW your vehicle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill We congratulate you on claims. your choice of a vehicle from If the time comes to sell your BMW Motorrad and welcome BMW, please remember to hand you to the community of BMW over this Rider's Manual to the riders. Familiarise yourself with new owner. It is an important your new vehicle so that you can part of the vehicle. ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations. Suggestions and criticism If you have questions concern- About this Rider's Manual ing your vehicle, your authorised Please read this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly carefully before starting to use provide advice and assistance. your new BMW. It contains im- portant information on how to We hope you will enjoy riding operate the controls and how to your BMW and that all your jour- make the best possible use of all neys will be pleasant and safe your BMW's technical features. In addition, it contains informa- BMW Motorrad. tion on maintenance and care to help you maintain your vehicle's reliability and safety, as well as its value. This record of the maintenance 01 40 9 898 911 work you have had performed on *01409898911* *01409898911* *01409898911* Table of Contents

3 Status indicators ...... 23 5 Adjustment ...... 45 1 General instructions .... 5 Warning and indicator Mirrors ...... 46 Quick & easy reference ...... 6 lights ...... 24 Headlight ...... 46 Abbreviations and Multifunction display ...... 25 Spring preload ...... 47 symbols ...... 6 Warnings ...... 26 6 Riding ...... 49 Equipment ...... 6 Service-due indicator ...... 32 Safety instructions ...... 50 Technical data ...... 7 Fuel reserve ...... 33 Checklist ...... 52 Currentness ...... 7 Engine speed display ...... 33 Starting...... 52 Additional sources of informa- 4 Operation...... 35 Running in ...... 55 tion ...... 7 Ignition ...... 36 Rpm redline warning ...... 55 Certificates and operating li- Lights ...... 38 Brakes ...... 56 cences ...... 8 Turn indicators ...... 38 Parking your motorcycle . . . . 57 Data memory...... 8 Multifunction display ...... 40 Refuelling ...... 58 2 General views ...... 13 Date and time ...... 41 Securing motorcycle for General view, left side ...... 15 Resetting the trip distance transportation ...... 60 General view, right side . . . . . 17 recorder ...... 41 7 Engineering details..... 63 Underneath the seat ...... 18 Resetting the average val- General instructions ...... 64 Multifunction switch, left . . . . 19 ues ...... 42 Anti-lock brake system ...... 64 Multifunction switch, Anti-lock brake system 8 Maintenance ...... 67 right ...... 20 (ABS)...... 42 General instructions ...... 68 Instrument panel ...... 21 Seat ...... 43 Toolkit...... 68 Front-wheel stand ...... 69 Rear-wheel stand ...... 70 Engine oil ...... 71 10 Care ...... 111 Electrical system ...... 128 Brake system ...... 72 Care products ...... 112 Dimensions ...... 129 Clutch ...... 77 Washing the vehicle ...... 112 Weights ...... 130 Coolant...... 78 Cleaning easily damaged Riding specifications ...... 130 Wheel rims and tyres...... 80 components ...... 113 Accessories ...... 130 Wheels ...... 81 Care of paintwork ...... 114 12 Service ...... 131 Chain ...... 89 Vehicle preservation ...... 114 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 132 Light source ...... 91 Laying up the motor- BMW Motorrad Service Jump-starting ...... 95 cycle ...... 114 history ...... 132 Battery ...... 96 Restoring motorcycle to BMW Motorrad Mobility Fuses ...... 99 use ...... 115 services ...... 133 Diagnostic connector ...... 101 11 Technical data ...... 117 Maintenance work ...... 133 9 Accessories ...... 103 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 118 Maintenance schedule . . . . 137 General instructions ...... 104 Screw connections ...... 119 Maintenance confirma- Heated handlebar grips . . . 104 Fuel ...... 121 tions...... 138 Power socket ...... 105 Engine oil ...... 121 Service confirmations . . . . . 152 Topcase...... 105 Engine ...... 122 13 Index ...... 154 Topcase Light...... 108 Clutch ...... 123 Maximum payload and Transmission ...... 123 maximum permissible Rear-wheel drive ...... 124 speed ...... 109 Frame ...... 124 Chassis and suspension ...... 125 Brakes ...... 125 Wheels and tyres...... 126

General instructions 1 Quick & easy reference ...... 6 5 Abbreviations and symbols ...... 6 Equipment ...... 6 Technical data ...... 7 Currentness ...... 7 Additional sources of information . . . . 7 Certificates and operating licences ...... 8 Data memory ...... 8

z General instructions Quick & easy reference accessory and, consequently, to Technical data. voiding of the warranty. 1 An important aspect of this NOTICE Specific instruc- 6 Rider's Manual is that it can ABS Anti-lock brake system. be used for quick and easy tions on how to operate, reference. Go straight to the control, adjust or look after items NV National-market version. "General views" chapter if you of equipment on the vehicle. would like an initial overview of Indicates the end of an OA Optional accessories. your motorcycle. item of information. You can obtain BMW Motorrad Abbreviations and Instruction. optional accessories symbols through your authorised Result of an activity. BMW Motorrad dealer; CAUTION Low-risk hazard. optional accessories Non-avoidance can lead to Reference to a page with have to be retrofitted to slight or moderate injury. more detailed informa- the vehicle. WARNING Medium-risk tion. hazard. Non-avoidance can Equipment z General instructions lead to fatal or severe injury. Indicates the end of a passage relating to spe- When purchasing your BMW mo- DANGER High-risk haz- cific accessories or items torcycle, you chose a model with ard. Non-avoidance leads of equipment. individual equipment. This rider's to fatal or severe injury. manual describes optional equip- ATTENTION Special Tightening torque. ment (OE) and selected optional notes and precautionary accessories (OA) provided by measures. Non-compliance can BMW. Please make allowance lead to damage to the vehicle or for the fact that some equip- ment specifications may be de- can be taken from the vehicle from incorrect information, draw- scribed that you have not selec- registration documents and ings and descriptions. 1 ted. Equally, country-specific de- signs on the vehicle, or can be viations to the motorcycle shown obtained from your authorised Additional sources of 7 are also possible. BMW Motorrad Retailer or information If your motorcycle has equipment another qualified service partner BMW Motorrad Retailer that is not described, you will find or specialist workshop. The the relevant description in a sep- specifications in the vehicle Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will arate manual. documents always have priority be happy to answer any ques- over the information provided in tions you may have. Technical data this rider's manual. Internet All dimensions, weights and Currentness The rider's manual for your power outputs in the rider's vehicle, operating and installation The high safety and quality level manual refer to the German instructions for any accessories of BMW motorcycles is ensured standard DIN (Deutsches Institut and general information on by constant further development für Normung e. V.) and comply BMW Motorrad, for example in the areas of design, equipment with its specified tolerances. relating to technology, are and accessories. This may res- z General instructions Technical data and specifications available at www.bmw- ult in deviations between these in this rider's manual serve as motorrad.com/service. reference points. The vehicle- operating instructions and your specific data may deviate from motorcycle. Also, mistakes can- these, for example as a result of not be completely excluded by selected optional equipment, BMW Motorrad. Please therefore the national-market version or understand that we do not ac- country-specific measuring cept any liability for claims arising procedures. Detailed values Certificates and be obtained from the manufac- ies which collect or process per- 1 operating licences turer of the vehicle, for example sonal data. via a separate booklet. Vehicle users have the right to 8 The certificates for the vehicle obtain full information at no cost and the official operating licences Personal reference from persons or entities storing for any accessories are available Each vehicle is identified with a personal data of the vehicle user. at www.bmw-motorrad.com/ clear vehicle identification num- These entities may include: certification. ber. Depending on the country, Manufacturer of the vehicle the vehicle identification num- Qualified service partners Data memory ber, the number plate and the Specialist workshops General corresponding authorities can Service providers Control units are installed in the be referenced to ascertain the vehicle. Control units process vehicle owner. There are also Vehicle users have the right to data that they receive, for ex- other ways to use data obtained request information on what per- ample, from vehicle sensors, or from the vehicle to trace the rider sonal data has been stored, for that they generate themselves or or vehicle owner, for example what purpose the data is used, exchange between each other. using the ConnectedDrive user and where the data comes from. z General instructions Some control units are required account. To obtain this information, proof for the vehicle to function safely of ownership or use is required. Data protection rights or provide assistance during rid- The right to information also in- ing, for example assistance sys- In accordance with applicable cludes information about data tems. In addition, control units data protection laws, vehicle that has been shared with other enable comfort or infotainment users have certain rights in re- companies or entities. functions. lation to the manufacturer of the The website of the vehicle man- Information on data that has vehicle or in relation to compan- ufacturer contains the applicable been stored or exchanged can data protection information. This data protection information in- individual cases, for example to formation. Information can be cludes information on the right to clarify a criminal offence. temporarily or permanently stored 1 have data deleted or corrected. In the context of applicable laws, on the vehicle condition, com- The manufacturer of the vehicle public agencies are entitled in ponent loads, incidents or errors. 9 also provides their contact details individual cases to read out data This information is generally used and those of the data protection from the vehicle themselves. to document the condition of a officer on their website. component, a module, a system The vehicle owner can also re- Operating data in the vehicle or the surrounding area, for ex- quest that a BMW Motorrad Re- Control units process data to op- ample: tailer or another qualified service erate the vehicle. Operating conditions of system partner or specialist workshop This includes, for example: components, for example filling read out the data that is stored in Status reports of the vehicle levels, tyre pressure the vehicle for a charge. and its individual components, Malfunctions and faults in im- The vehicle data is read out us- for example wheel revolutions, portant system components, ing the legally prescribed socket wheel speed, deceleration for example light and brakes for on-board diagnosis (OBD) in Environmental conditions, for Response of the vehicle in the vehicle. example temperature special riding situations, for

example engagement of the z General instructions Legal requirements for the The data is only processed in driving dynamics systems disclosure of data the vehicle itself and is gener- Information on incidents result- As part of its legal responsib- ally non-permanent. The data is ing in damage to the vehicle ilities, the manufacturer of the not stored beyond the operating vehicle is obligated to make its period. The data is necessary for the stored data available to the rel- Electronic components, for ex- provision of control unit functions. evant authorities. This data is ample control units, contain com- Furthermore, the data is used to provided in the required scope in ponents for storing technical in- detect and rectify malfunctions and to enable the vehicle manu- the retailer network. The data is Data input and data transfer 1 facturer to optimise vehicle func- used to document the technical in the vehicle tions. conditions of the vehicle, to help General 10 The vast majority of this data is with error localization, to comply Depending on the equipment, non-permanent and is only pro- with warranty obligations and to comfort and customised settings cessed in the vehicle itself. Only improve quality. can be stored in the vehicle and a small amount of the data is In addition, the manufacturer has can be changed or reset at any stored in incident or fault memor- various product monitoring ob- time. ies as required by events. ligations arising from product li- This includes, for example: If services are accessed, for ex- ability legislation. To meet these Settings of the windscreen po- ample repairs, service processes, obligations, the vehicle manu- sition warranty cases and quality assur- facturer requires technical data Chassis and suspension set- ance measures, this technical in- from the vehicle. The data from tings formation can be read out of the the vehicle can also be used to vehicle together with the vehicle check warranty claims from the If required, data can be entered identification number. customer. in the entertainment and commu- The information can be read out Error and incident memories in nication system of the vehicle, for

z General instructions by a BMW Motorrad Retailer or the vehicle can be reset dur- example using a smartphone. another qualified service part- ing servicing or repair work by Depending on the individual ner or specialist workshop. The a BMW Motorrad Retailer or an- equipment, this includes: legally stipulated socket for on- other qualified service partner or Multimedia data, such as music board diagnosis (OBD) in the specialist workshop. for playback vehicle is used to read out the Contacts data for use in con- data. nection with a communication The data is obtained, processed system or an integrated naviga- and used by the relevant parts of tion system Entered destinations The image and sound of the mo- vehicle and other systems. The Data on the use of internet bile end device can then be out- wireless connection is enabled by 1 services. This data can be put via the multimedia system. the vehicle's own transmitter and stored locally in the vehicle At the same time, specific in- receiver unit or using personally 11 or is located on a device that formation is transferred to the integrated mobile end devices, is connected to the vehicle, mobile end device. Depending for example smartphones. On- for example smartphone, USB on the type of integration, this in- line functions can be used using stick, MP3 player. If this data is cludes, for example, position data this wireless connection. These stored in the vehicle, the data and additional general vehicle in- include online services and apps can be deleted at any time. formation. This enables optimal that are provided by the vehicle use of the selected apps, for ex- manufacturer or by other pro- This data is transferred to third ample navigation or music play- viders. parties only if personally reques- back. Services of the vehicle manu- ted within the context of using The type of additional data pro- facturer online services. This depends on cessing is determined by the For online services of the vehicle the selected settings when using provider of the respective app. manufacturer, the individual the services. The scope of the possible set- functions are described at Incorporation of mobile end tings depends on the corres- suitable points, for example z General instructions devices ponding app and the operating rider's manual, website of the Depending on the equipment, system of the mobile end device. manufacturer. At the same time, mobile end devices connected to information is also provided on the vehicle, for example smart- Services the relevant data protection law. phones, can be controlled using General Personal data may be used to the operating elements of the If the vehicle has a wireless con- provide online services. Data vehicle. nection, this enables the ex- is exchanged using a secure change of data between the connection, for example with the IT systems provided by the 1 vehicle manufacturer. Obtaining, processing and us- 12 ing personal data outside of the normal provision of services re- quires legal permission, contrac- tual agreement or consent. It is also possible to have the entire data connection activated or de- activated. Statutory functions are excluded from this. Services from other providers When using online services from other providers, these services are subject to the responsibil- ity and the data protection and operating conditions of the indi-

z General instructions vidual provider. The vehicle man- ufacturer has no influence on the content that is exchanged in this instance. Information on the type, scope and purpose of the data capture and use of personal data as part of the services of third parties can be ascertained from the individual provider. General views 2 General view, left side...... 15 13 General view, right side ...... 17 Underneath the seat ...... 18 Multifunction switch, left ...... 19 Multifunction switch, right ...... 20 Instrument panel ...... 21

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z General views General view, left side 1 with extra socket OA 2 Power socket ( 105) 15 2 Adjuster ring for spring preload (behind the side panel) ( 47) 3 Seat lock ( 43) 4 Chain settings ( 90) 5 Type plate 6 Engine oil level indicator ( 71) 7 Tyre pressure table (on left fork leg) ( 80)

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z General views General view, right side 1 Fuel filler neck ( 59) 2 2 Brake-fluid tank, front 17 ( 75) 3 Vehicle Identification Num- ber 4 Coolant expansion tank ( 78) 5 Oil filler neck ( 72) 6 Rear brake-fluid tank (be- hind side panel) ( 76) 7 Grab handle ( 50)

z General views Underneath the seat 2 1 Battery ( 96) 18 2 Diagnostic connector ( 101) 3 Fuses ( 99) 4 Rider's Manual ( 6) 5 Toolkit ( 68) 6 Reserve fuses

z General views Multifunction switch, left 2 1 Headlight flasher ( 38) 19 2 High beam/low-beam headlight rocker switch ( 38) 3 ABS ( 42). 4 Turn indicators ( 38) 5 Horn

z General views Multifunction switch, 2 right 20 1 Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( 37) 2 Starter button ( 37) ( 52)

z General views Instrument panel 1 Button 2 Select display ( 40). 21 2 Indicator lights ( 24) 3 Multifunction display ( 25) 4 Warning lights ( 24) 5 Photosensor for the bright- ness control in the multi- function display Rpm redline warning ( 55).

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z General views Status indicators 3 Warning and indicator lights...... 24 23 Multifunction display ...... 25 Warnings ...... 26 Service-due indicator ...... 32 Fuel reserve ...... 33 Engine speed display ...... 33

z Status indicators Warning and indicator 3 lights 24 1 Neutral indicator light 2 High beam indicator light ( 38) 3 Turn signal indicator light ( 38) 4 Fuel reserve indicator light ( 31) ( 33) 5 Warning light for vehicle voltage ( 29) 6 General warning light ( 26) 7 ABS warning light ( 31) 8 Malfunction indicator lamp z Status indicators ( 30) Multifunction display 1 On-board computer 3 ( 40) 25 2 Display area for values 3 Service-due indicator ( 32) 4 Clock ( 41) 5 Warning symbols ( 26) 6 Gear; "N" indicates neutral 7 Speed 8 Engine Speed ( 33) 9 Fuel level ( 31) ( 33)

z Status indicators Warnings pending on how urgent the warn- 3 ing is, the general warning light Mode of presentation will either light up or flash red or 26 Warnings are indicated by the yellow. corresponding warning lights. If two or more warnings occur at the same time, all the appropriate warning lights and warning sym- bols appear. The possible warnings are listed on the next pages.

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Warnings for which there are no separate warning lights are rep- resented by a warning symbol 1 in the multifunction display and the general warning light 2. De- Warnings, overview 3 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning 27 lights Warning light for Vehicle voltage is too low ( 29) vehicle voltage lights up. General warning Temperature sym- Coolant temperature too high ( 29) light flashes red. bol appears on the display. General warning The engine elec- Engine in emergency-operation mode light shows yellow. tronics symbol ( 29) appears on the display.

General warning The engine elec- Engine warning ( 30) z Status indicators light flashes yellow. tronics symbol appears on the display. The malfunction Emissions warning ( 30) indicator lamp lights up. Indicator and warning Display text Meaning 3 lights 28 ABS telltale and ABS self-diagnosis not completed warning light ( 31) flashes. ABS telltale and ABS fault ( 31) warning light shows. ABS telltale and ABS switched off ( 31) warning light shows. Fuel reserve indic- Fuel down to reserve ( 31) ator light lights up.

z Status indicators General warning SERVICE is dis- Service appointment has passed ( 32) light shows yellow. played permanently. Vehicle voltage is too low Temperature symbol ap- an authorised BMW Motorrad Warning light for vehicle pears on the display. dealer. 3 voltage lights up. Possible cause: 29 ATTENTION The coolant circuit is faulty. WARNING Riding with overheated en- If possible, allow the engine to Failure of the vehicle sys- gine cool down. tems Engine damage Only ride in partial load range. Risk of accident Compliance with the If the coolant temperature is of- Do not continue your journey. information set out below is ten too high, have the fault rec- essential. tified as soon as possible by a Possible cause: Possible cause: specialist workshop, preferably Battery is faulty. an authorised BMW Motorrad Have the fault rectified as The coolant level is too low. dealer. quickly as possible by a Check coolant level ( 78). specialist workshop, preferably If the coolant level is too low: Engine in emergency- an authorised BMW Motorrad Top up coolant ( 79). operation mode z Status indicators dealer. Possible cause: General warning light shows yellow. Coolant temperature too The radiator is dirty. high Clean radiator ( 113). The engine electronics symbol appears on the General warning light Possible cause: flashes red. display. The fan or fan control is faulty. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably may be impaired and not func- Possible cause: WARNING 3 tion as normal. The engine control unit has dia- gnosed a fault which may cause 30 Unusual ride characterist- Engine warning ics when engine running in severe secondary faults. The en- emergency-operation mode General warning light gine is in emergency-operation flashes yellow. Risk of accident mode. Avoid accelerating sharply and The engine electronics Avoid high load and rpm overtaking. symbol appears on the ranges if possible. display. Have the fault rectified as Possible cause: quickly as possible by a The engine control unit has WARNING specialist workshop, preferably diagnosed a fault which impairs an authorised BMW Motorrad the engine performance or Engine damage when run- dealer. throttle response. The engine is ning in emergency-operation It is possible to continue to ride in emergency-operation mode. mode but not recommended. In exceptional cases, the engine Risk of accident z Status indicators stops and refuses to start. Ride slowly, avoid accelerating Emissions warning Have the fault rectified as sharply and overtaking. The malfunction indicator quickly as possible by a If possible, have the vehicle lamp lights up. specialist workshop, preferably picked up and have the fault Possible cause: an authorised BMW Motorrad rectified by a specialist work- dealer. shop, preferably an authorised The engine control unit has dia- It is possible to continue riding, BMW Motorrad Retailer. gnosed a fault which affects the however the engine perform- pollutant emissions. ance and engine speed range Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad ABS fault ABS switched off dealer. ABS telltale and warning ABS telltale and warning 3 You can continue riding; pollut- light shows. light shows. ant emissions are higher than 31 the threshold values. Possible cause: Possible cause: The ABS control unit has detec- The rider has switched off the ABS self-diagnosis not ted a fault. The ABS function is ABS. completed not available or the functionality ABS Switching on ( 43). ABS telltale and warning is subject to certain restrictions. light flashes. You can continue to ride the Fuel down to reserve vehicle, but make due provi- Fuel reserve indicator light Possible cause: sion for the fact that the ABS lights up. ABS self-diagnosis not function is not available or is completed only conditionally available. WARNING Please refer to the more de- The ABS function is not avail- tailed information on situations Irregular engine operation or z Status indicators able, because self-diagnosis that may lead to an ABS fault engine shutdown due to lack did not complete. (The motor- ( 65). of fuel cycle has to reach a defined Have the fault rectified as Risk of accident, damage to cata- minimum speed for the wheel quickly as possible by a lytic converter sensors to be checked: min specialist workshop, preferably Do not run the fuel tank dry. 5 km/h) an authorised BMW Motorrad Possible cause: dealer. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind The fuel has all been used up; that the ABS function is not only the fuel reserve remains. available until self-diagnosis has completed. The value of the motorcycle Fuel reserve 3 is preserved to the greatest possible extent. 32 approx. 1 l Service-due indicator Refuelling ( 59). Remaining distance until Service appointment has service is due and service passed due date General warning light shows yellow. If the next service is due within one month, the SERVICE sym- SERVICE is displayed perman- bol 1 and the service date 3 are ently. displayed. Possible cause: The driving performance or the

z Status indicators date indicate that servicing is due. Have your motorcycle serviced regularly by a specialist work- If a service is due within the next shop, preferably an authorised 1000 km, the SERVICE sym- BMW Motorrad dealer. bol 1 and the remaining dis- The motorcycle remains op- tance 2 are displayed, counting erationally safe and is suitably down in steps of 100 km. This road-safe. reading appears briefly after the If the service is due as a result Pre-Ride-Check completes. of the distance covered or the date, the SERVICE symbol 1, the remaining distance 2 and the Fuel reserve The range reading appears service date 3 are displayed. automatically on the multifunc- 3 Range tion display when fuel is down Permanent SERVICE to the reserve level. 33 symbol After a refuelling stop, the range is recalculated if the quantity of fuel in the tank is greater than the reserve quantity. The calculated range is only an approximate figure.

The range RANGE 1 indicates Engine speed display how far you can ride 2 with the If the service appointment is remaining fuel in the tank. This distance is calculated on the missed or the service distance z Status indicators is exceeded, SERVICE 1 is dis- basis of average consumption played permanently during opera- and the quantity of fuel on board. tion. When the motorcycle is propped on its side stand the slight angle of inclination means that the sensor cannot register the fuel level correctly. This is the reason why the 1 Engine speed display unit: range is recalculated only when 1000 revolutions per the side stand is folded in. minute 2 Lower engine speed range 3 3 Engine speed display seg- ments 34 4 Upper engine speed range 5 Rpm redline warning ( 55).

z Status indicators Operation 4 Ignition...... 36 35 Lights ...... 38 Turn indicators...... 38 Multifunction display ...... 40 Date and time ...... 41 Resetting the trip distance recorder ...... 41

z Operation Resetting the average values ...... 42 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...... 42 Seat ...... 43 Ignition If the camber of the roadway Switching on ignition 4 permits, turn the handlebars all Keys the way to the left. 36 You receive 2 vehicle keys. Ignition switch/steering lock, fuel filler cap lock and seat lock are all operated with the same key. Lock the handlebars

ATTENTION Insert the ignition key 1 into Handlebars turned in wrong

Operation the ignition steering lock and z direction when motorcycle turn it to the ON position. propped on side stand Push the ignition key 1 into Side light, low-beam head- Risk of damage to parts if vehicle the steering lock and turn to light and all function circuits topples the LOCK position, moving the are switched on. On level ground, always turn handlebars slightly as you do Engine can be started. the handlebars to the left to set this. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. the steering lock. Ignition, lights and all function ( 53) In all other cases it is the lie of circuits are switched off. ABS self-diagnosis is per- the ground that determines the Handlebars are locked. formed ( 54) direction in which the handle- Vehicle key can be removed. bars should be turned. Switching off ignition Emergency off switch (kill Do not operate the kill switch switch) when riding. 4 37

Turn the ignition key 1 to

the OFF position. A = Operation mode Push the emergency-off z Operation Handlebars (steering lock) are switch 1 forwards to switch off not locked. the engine quickly and easily. B = Emergency-off (engine Vehicle key can be removed. Push the emergency-off is switched off) switch 1 back to start the Emergency-off or engine. operation mode

WARNING Operation of the kill switch while riding Risk of fall due to rear wheel locking Lights High-beam headlight, Headlight flasher, 4 Low-beam headlight and operating operating 38 sidelights The low-beam headlight and side light switch on automatic- ally when the ignition is switched on.

NOTICE The low-beam headlight and the side light drain the battery. z Operation Push the switch 1 forward. Press button 1. Do not switch the ignition The high beam is switched on. on for longer than absolutely The high beam is switched on necessary. High beam indicator light for as long as the button is ac- lights up. tuated. Push the switch 1 backwards. The blue high beam indicator Turn indicators light goes out. Operating the turn The low-beam headlight is indicators switched on. Switching on ignition ( 36). 4 39

Push the switch 1 to the left. The left turn indicator is switched on. z Operation The turn indicator telltale light flashes. Push the switch 1 to the right. The right turn indicator is switched on. The turn indicator telltale light flashes. Centre the switch 1 to cancel the turn indicators. Multifunction display 4 Select display 40 Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill.

Switch on the ignition. The on-board computer read- ings appear on the display. Repeatedly short-press but- ton 1 until the reading shows the value you want. z Operation Possible displays: Total distance travelled: ODO Trip distance 1: TRIP1 Trip distance 2: TRIP2 Coolant temperature: ENGIN Range: RANGE Average fuel consumption: CONS1 Current fuel consumption: CONSA Average speed: SPEED Date: DATE Settings: SETUP Date and time Press and hold button 1 once Press button 1 briefly to in- the desired minute has been crease the month 6. Setting the clock 4 set. Press and hold button 1 once Select display ( 40). The time has not yet been the desired month has been 41 SETUP 2 is displayed. saved. set. Setting the date ( 41). Year 5 flashes. Setting the date Press button 1 briefly to in- Requirement crease the year. The clock has been adjusted. Press and hold button 1 once the desired year has been set. The date and time setting has

been saved. z Operation Resetting the trip Press and hold button 1. distance recorder The hours 3 flash. Select display ( 40). Press button 1 briefly to in- The trip distance to be reset 2 crease the hour 3. has been selected. Press and hold button 1 once TRIP1 or TRIP2 appears on the desired hour has been set. Press button 1 briefly to in- the display. The minutes 4 flash. crease the date 7. Press button 1 briefly to in- Press and hold button 1 once crease the minutes. the desired date has been set. Month 6 flashes. 4 42

Press and hold down button 1 Press and hold down button 1 Press and hold the 1 button until the value shown 3 is re- until the value shown 3 is re- until the ABS indicator and set. set. warning light react. z Operation Release the 1 button. Resetting the average Anti-lock brake system ABS telltale and warning values (ABS) light shows. Select display ( 40). ABS Switching off ABS is switched off. The average value to be reset Switching on ignition ( 36). 2 has been selected. CONSI or SPEED appears on NOTICE the display. You have the option of deactiv- ating the ABS function while the motorcycle is on the move. ABS Switching on An ABS fault has oc- curred if the ABS telltale 4 and warning light shows when 43 the motorcycle accelerates to a speed in excess of the min- imum stated below after the ignition was switched off and then on again.

min 5 km/h Press down on the rear part of Press and hold the 1 button seat 2 to relieve the strain on Seat the lock and at the same time until the ABS indicator and z Operation warning light 2 change status. Removing seat unlock the seat lock by turning ABS telltale and warning vehicle key 1 clockwise. light goes out; if self- ATTENTION Lift the seat at the rear and diagnosis has not completed it remove. Vehicle not securely propped starts flashing. Lay the seat on a clean sur- Risk of damage to parts if vehicle face. Anti-theft alarm (ABS) is topples switched on. Prop the vehicle securely. You also have the option of Place the motorcycle on its switching the ignition off and stand on firm, even ground. then on again. Installing the seat 4 44

Connect the motorcycle seat 1

z Operation with the mounting 3 at the centre of the battery tray 4. Connect the detent pin 2 and push into the lock. Adjustment 5 Mirrors ...... 46 45 Headlight ...... 46 Spring preload ...... 47

z Adjustment Adjusting mirror arm Mirrors Left mirror (lock nut) to 5 Adjusting mirrors adapter 46 22 Nm Push protective cap 1 over the threaded fastener. Headlight Adjusting headlight for driving on left/driving on Push protective cap 1 for the right threaded fastener up on the Turn the mirror to the desired This motorcycle has a z Adjustment mirror arm. position. Slacken locknut 2. symmetric-beam low-beam Turn the mirror arm to the ap- headlight. If the motorcycle propriate position. is ridden in a country where the opposite rule of the road Tighten the locknut to the spe- applies, its symmetric low- cified tightening torque, while beam headlight means that holding the mirror arm to en- no measures are necessary to sure that it does not move out prevent the headlight beam from of position. dazzling oncoming traffic. Right mirror (lock nut) to adapter

22 Nm (Left-hand thread) Headlight beam throw and Spring preload spring preload Adjustment 5 Headlight beam throw is gener- Spring preload has to be 47 ally kept constant when spring adjusted to suit the weight of preload is adjusted to suit load. rider, passenger and luggage. Headlight beam throw is set cor- Increase spring preload for rectly ex-works. heavier riders, decrease spring NOTICE preload for lighter riders. If there are doubts about the cor- Loosen the bolt 1 on both Adjusting spring preload rect headlight beam throw, have sides. for rear wheel the setting checked by a special- Turn the headlight around the Place the motorcycle on its ist workshop, preferably an au- bolt axis to adjust the headlight stand on firm, even ground. z Adjustment thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. beam throw. Tighten the bolt 1 on both Adjusting headlight beam sides. throw When the motorcycle is again ridden with a lower load: Requirement Readjust the headlight beam Despite the spring preload being throw. adjusted, oncoming traffic is still dazzled if the payload is high.

Remove screw 2. Pull the side panel 3 out of the Basic setting of spring grommets and remove it. 5 preload, rear 48 Stage 10 (Two-up and with luggage)

Install screw 2.

To increase the spring preload, z Adjustment turn the adjusting ring 1 using the hook wrench in direction A. To decrease the spring pre- Insert the side panel 3 into the load, turn the adjusting ring 1 grommets 4. using the hook wrench in dir- Align the side panel 3 with the ection B. flat nut 5. Basic setting of spring preload, rear

Stage 1 (One-up riding without luggage) Stage 5 (One-up with luggage) Riding 6 Safety instructions ...... 50 49 Checklist...... 52 Starting ...... 52 Running in ...... 55 Rpm redline warning ...... 55

Brakes ...... 56 z Riding Parking your motorcycle ...... 57 Refuelling ...... 58 Securing motorcycle for transporta- tion ...... 60 Safety instructions Do not exceed the permissible 6 gross weight and be sure to Rider's equipment comply with the instructions on 50 Do not ride without the correct loading. clothing: Adjust the setting of the spring Helmet preload to the total weight. Motorcycling jacket and with topcase OA trousers or Gloves with topcase Light OA Boots Note the maximum permissible Lash the luggage 1 securely. z Riding This applies even to short payload and the speed limit Thread the retaining strap 2 journeys, and to every season for riding with topcase fitted, through the eyes 4 on the lug- of the year. Your authorised as stated on the label inside gage rack 3 and tighten. BMW Motorrad dealer will be the case (see also the section glad to advise you on the correct entitled "Accessories"). Speed clothing for every purpose. If you ride at high speed, always Make sure that the weight is bear in mind that various bound- Loading uniformly distributed between ary conditions can adversely af- right and left. fect the handling of your motor- WARNING Store heavy items of luggage cycle: underneath. Incorrect adjustment of the Handling adversely affected spring system by overloading and imbal- Imbalanced load anced loads Loose clothing Risk of falling Insufficient tyre pressure Poor tyre tread Do not run the engine in an Do not run the fuel tank dry. Etc. enclosed space. Do not remove the spark plug 6 connector while the engine is Top speed Risk of burn injury running. 51 Stop the engine immediately if DANGER CAUTION it misfires. Maximum speed of the mo- Engine and exhaust system Use only unleaded fuel. torcycle is higher than the become very hot when the Comply with all specified main- permissible maximum rated vehicle is in use tenance intervals. speed of the tyres Risk of burn injury

z Riding Risk of accident due to tyre dam- When you park the vehicle ATTENTION age at high speed make sure that no-one and no Comply with the tyre-specific objects can come into contact Unburned fuel in catalytic speed restrictions. with the hot engine and ex- converter haust system. Damage to catalytic converter Risk of poisoning Note the points listed for Exhaust fumes contain carbon Catalytic converter protection of the catalytic monoxide, which is colourless If misfiring causes unburned fuel converter. and odourless but highly toxic. to enter the catalytic converter, there is a danger of overheating Risk of overheating WARNING and damage. ATTENTION Exhaust gases adversely af- For this reason, observe the fol- fecting health lowing points: Engine running for prolonged Risk of asphyxiation period with vehicle at stand- Do not inhale exhaust fumes. still Overheating due to insufficient Checklist Check rear brake pad thickness 6 cooling; in extreme cases vehicle ( 74). fire Comply with checklist Checking brake-fluid level, front 52 Do not allow the engine to idle At regular intervals, use the brakes ( 75). unnecessarily. checklist below to check your Checking the brake-fluid level, Ride away immediately after motorcycle. rear brakes ( 76). starting the engine. Always before riding off Check coolant level ( 78). Lubricating chain ( 90). Checking function of brakes Tampering Checking chain tension ( 90). ( 72). z Riding ATTENTION Check that the lights and sig- Starting nalling equipment function. Tampering with the motor- Checking clutch function Starting the engine cycle (e.g. engine manage- ( 77). Switch on the ignition. ment ECU, throttle valves, Checking tyre tread depth Pre-Ride-Check is performed. clutch) ( 80). ( 53) Damage to the affected parts, Checking tyre pressure ( 80). ABS self-diagnosis is per- failure of safety-relevant func- Check that the luggage is se- formed ( 54) tions, voiding of warranty cure. Shift to idle. Do not tamper with the vehicle Idle mode indicator light in any way that could result in Every 3rd refuelling stop lights up. tuned performance. Checking engine oil level ( 71). Idle mode appears on the Checking front brake pad thick- display. ness ( 73). Alternative: If a gear is en- gaged, pull the clutch. is known as the Pre-Ride-Check. NOTICE The test is aborted if you start 6 the engine before it completes. You cannot start the motorcycle 53 with the side stand extended and Phase 1 a gear engaged. The engine will switch itself off if you start it with the gearbox in neutral and then engage a gear before retracting the side stand. Set the emergency-off

z Riding NOTICE switch 1 to Operation. Switch is in operation Keep throttle grip closed or turn mode. it only slightly. Press the starter button 2. "General" warning light 1 shows When starting a cold engine The engine starts. at low ambient temperatures: red. disengage the clutch and turn The indicator lights 2 light up. the throttle grip slightly to open Consult the troubleshooting the throttle. chart below if the engine re- The display 3 shows the display fuses to start. ( 118) last active.

Pre-Ride-Check The rpm redline warning 4 lights The instrument cluster runs a up. test of the warning and indicator lights and the display when the The warning lights 5 light up. ignition is switched on. This test Phase 2 specialist workshop, preferably ABS self-diagnosis 6 'General' warning light 1 changes an authorised BMW Motorrad completed from red to yellow. Retailer. The ABS indicator and warning 54 light goes out. Phase 3 ABS self-diagnosis The indicator and warning lights BMW Motorrad ABS performs ABS self-diagnosis not and the rpm redline warning go self-diagnosis to ensure its op- completed out or assume operational status, erability. Self-diagnosis starts as applicable. automatically when you switch on The ABS function is not avail- the ignition. able, because self-diagnosis z Riding The malfunction indicator lamp did not complete. (The motor- Phase 1 only goes out after 15 seconds. cycle has to reach a defined Test of the diagnosis-compat- minimum speed for the wheel The Service due is shown for a ible system components with sensors to be checked: min brief time, if appropriate. the vehicle at a standstill. 5 km/h) ABS telltale and warning If one of the warning or indicator If an indicator showing an ABS light flashes. lights does not show: fault appears when ABS self-dia- Phase 2 gnosis completes: WARNING You can continue to ride. Bear Test of the wheel-speed in mind that the ABS function Faulty warning lights sensors as the vehicle pulls is not available. No indication of malfunctions away from rest. Have the fault rectified as Check all the telltale and warn- ABS telltale and warning quickly as possible by a ing lights. light flashes. specialist workshop, preferably Have the fault rectified as an authorised BMW Motorrad quickly as possible by a Retailer. Tyres Running in Mileage until the Engine running-in check New tyres have a smooth sur- 6 face. This must be roughened Until the running-in check, 55 500...1200 km by riding in a restrained manner vary the throttle opening and at various heel angles until the engine-speed range frequently; Brake pads tyres are run in. Only once the avoid riding at constant engine surface has been roughened can rpm for prolonged periods. New brake pads have to bedded the tyres achieve maximum grip. Try to do most of your rid- in before they can achieve their optimum frictional force. You can ing during this initial period on WARNING compensate for this initial reduc-

twisting, fairly hilly roads. z Riding tion in braking efficiency by ex- Comply with the rpm limits for New tyres losing grip on wet erting greater pressure on the running in. roads and at extreme bank levers. angles Running-in speed Risk of accident WARNING Ride carefully and avoid ex- tremely sharp inclines. <6000 min-1 (Odometer read- New brake pads ing 0...300 km) Longer stopping distance, risk of accident Rpm redline warning No full load (Odometer reading Apply the brakes in good 0...1000 km) Requirement time. Note the mileage after which The motorcycle is not yet in 6th the running-in check should be gear and maximum acceleration carried out. is being called for. Brakes BMW Motorrad ABS prevents the front wheels from locking. 6 How can stopping In the "panic braking situations" 56 distance be minimised? that are trained so frequently, Each time the brakes are applied, braking force is applied as rap- a load distribution shift takes idly as possible and with the place with the load shifting for- rider's full force applied to the ward from the rear to the front brake levers; under these circum- wheel. The sharper the vehicle stances, the dynamic shift in load decelerates, the more load is Accelerating. distribution cannot keep pace z Riding shifted to the front wheel. The with the increase in deceleration The rpm redline warning 1 higher the wheel load, the more and the tyres cannot transmit lights up when the following braking force can be transmitted the full braking force to the sur- engine speed is reached: without the wheel locking. face of the road. In the absence >10000 min-1 In order to achieve the shortest of load on the wheel the ABS Take care not to exceed the stopping distance, the front has to intervene to prevent the following engine speed: wheel brake must be pulled front wheel from locking even if Maximum engine speed quickly until ABS activates, the the brakes are applied only very pressure point held and the rear lightly. This leads to a reduced wheel brake operated at the braking effect. max 10800 min-1 same time. This makes the best Shift to the next gear. possible use of the dynamic increase in load at the front wheel. Remember to pull the clutch at the same time. Descending mountain Riding on salted or gritted Parking your passes roads motorcycle 6 After work has been carried on 57 WARNING the brakes, due to traces of oil Side stand or grease Switch off the engine. Braking only with the rear Riding on dirt-covered surfaces On a gradient, the motorcycle brake on mountain descents or off-road should always face uphill; se- Brake fade, destruction of the lect 1st gear. brakes due to overheating Use both front and rear brakes, WARNING ATTENTION

and make use of the engine's Wetness and dirt result in z Riding braking effect as well. Poor ground underneath the diminished braking efficiency stand Risk of accident Wet and dirty brakes Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Apply the brakes lightly while Wetness and dirt on the brake topples riding to remove wetness and Always check that the ground discs and the brake pads dimin- dirt, or dismount and clean the ish braking efficiency. under the stand is level and brakes. firm. Delayed braking action or poor Think ahead and brake in good braking efficiency must be time until full braking efficiency Extend the side stand and prop reckoned with in the following is restored. the motorcycle on the stand. situations: Riding in the rain or through ATTENTION puddles of water Additional weight placing After the vehicle has been strain on the side stand washed Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Do not sit or lean on the Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Do not attempt to run the 6 vehicle while it is propped on topples vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel the side stand. Do not lean or sit on the with metallic additives (e.g. 58 If the camber of the roadway vehicle with the centre stand manganese or iron). permits, turn the handlebars all extended. the way to the left. Extend the centre stand and lift ATTENTION the motorcycle onto the stand. Centre stand Engine operation with eth- On a gradient, the motorcycle anol E85 with centre stand OA should always face uphill; se- Damage to engine and fuel sup- lect 1st gear. z Riding Switch off the engine. ply system Do not attempt to run the en- ATTENTION Refuelling gine on ethanol E85, i.e. a Fuel grade fuel with an ethanol content Poor ground underneath the of 85 %, or flex fuel. stand Requirement Risk of damage to parts if vehicle For optimum fuel consumption, Note fuel grade. fuel is where possible sulphur- topples Recommended fuel free or with the lowest sulphur Always check that the ground grade under the stand is level and content possible. firm. Regular, unleaded (max- ATTENTION imum 15 % ethanol, ATTENTION E15) Engine operation with leaded 91 ROZ/RON Centre stand folds in due to fuel 87 AKI sharp movements Damage to catalytic converter Pay attention to the following the carbon canister and cause symbols in the fuel filler cap component damage. 6 and on the fuel pump: Fill the fuel tank up to the lower edge of the filler neck 59 only.

ATTENTION Wetting of plastic surfaces Refuelling by fuel Open the protective cap 2.

Damage to the surfaces (surfaces z Riding WARNING become unsightly or dull) Use ignition key 1 to unlock fuel filler cap by turning it Clean plastic surfaces immedi- Fuel is highly flammable clockwise, and flip the cap ately after contact with fuel. Risk of fire and explosion open. Do not smoke. Never bring Make sure the ground is level a naked flame near the fuel and firm and place the motor- tank. cycle on its side stand.

ATTENTION Component damage Component damage caused by overfilled fuel tank Overfilling the fuel tank will cause excess fuel to penetrate Refuel with fuel of the grade stated above; do not fill the tank beyond the lower edge of Usable fuel capacity 6 the filler neck 3. When doing this, be aware of the bridge in 60 the filler neck and ensure that approx. 11 l no fuel can spurt out. Fuel reserve NOTICE

When refuelling after running on approx. 1 l reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re- Use ignition key 1 to unlock z Riding serve, so that the new level is the fuel filler cap by turning it ATTENTION clockwise, and close it force- detected and the fuel reserve in- Vehicle topples to side when dicator light is switched off. fully. Remove the ignition key and being lifted on to stand close the protective cap. Risk of damage to parts if vehicle NOTICE topples The "usable fuel capacity" spe- Securing motorcycle Secure the vehicle to prevent it cified in the technical data is the for transportation toppling, preferably with the as- quantity that the fuel tank could sistance of a second person. Make sure that all compon- hold if refilled after it had been Push the motorcycle onto the ents that may come into con- run dry and the engine had cut transportation flat and hold it in tact with tensioning straps are out due to a lack of fuel. position: do not place it on the adequately protected against side stand. scratching. For instance, use adhesive tape or soft cloths for this purpose. 6 61

Secure the rear tensioning ATTENTION straps on both sides on the z Riding Trapping of components holders for the rear footrests and tension them. Component damage Tighten all tensioning straps Do not trap components such evenly. as brake lines or cable legs. The vehicle's springs are com- At the front, loop a strap over pressed. the bottom fork bridge on each side. Pull the straps down and tight. 6 62

z Riding Engineering details 7 General instructions...... 64 63 Anti-lock brake system ...... 64

z Engineering details General instructions ation can occur, ABS intervenes der all imaginable circumstances, and adapts brake pressure to because this is the precondition 7 To find out more on the subject the maximum transferable brake for ensuring directional stability. of engineering go to: 64 force, so the wheels continue to As soon as is registers the ac- bmw-motorrad.com/technik turn and driving stability is main- tual circumstances, the system tained irrespective of the condi- reacts instantly and adjusts brak- Anti-lock brake system tion of the road surface. ing force accordingly to achieve How does ABS work? optimum braking. What are the effects of The amount of braking force that Rear wheel lift can be transferred to the road surface irregularities? depends on factors that include Humps and surface irregularit- Even under severe braking, a the coefficient of friction of the ies can cause the wheels to lose high level of tyre grip can mean road surface. Loose stones, ice contact temporarily with the road that the front wheel does not and snow or a wet road all have surface; if this happens the brak- lock up until very late, if at all. much lower coefficients of friction ing force that can be transmit- Consequently, ABS does not in- than a clean, dry asphalt surface. ted to the road can drop to zero. tervene until very late, if at all. The lower the coefficient of fric- If the brakes are applied under Under these circumstances the z Engineering details tion, the longer the braking dis- these circumstances the ABS rear wheel can lift off the ground, tance. has to reduce braking force to and the outcome can be a high- If the rider increases braking ensure that directional stability is siding situation in which the mo- pressure to the extent that brak- maintained when the wheels re- torcycle can flip over. ing force exceeds the maximum gain contact with the road sur- transferable limit, the wheels face. At this instant the ABS start to lock and the motorcycle must assume an extremely low loses its directional stability. A coefficient of friction, so that the fall is imminent. Before this situ- wheels will continue to rotate un- riding conditions can lead to a Risk of accident WARNING fault message being issued. In order to ensure that the 7 If a fault message should BMW Motorrad ABS is always Rear wheel lift due to severe 65 braking be triggered due to one of maintained in optimum condi- Risk of falling the above-described driving tion, it is essential for you to conditions, the ABS function can comply strictly with the spe- When you brake sharply, bear be re-activated by switching the cified inspection intervals. in mind that ABS control can- ignition off and then on again. not always be relied on to pre- Reserves for safety vent the rear wheel from lifting Exceptional riding clear of the ground. The potentially shorter stopping conditions: distances which BMW Motorrad Special situations Heating up with the motorcycle ABS permits must not be used on an auxiliary stand, in neutral as an excuse for careless riding. The speeds of the front and rear or with a gear engaged. ABS is primarily a means of en- wheels are compared as one Rear wheel locked by the en- suring a safety margin in genuine means of detecting a wheel's gine brake for a lengthy period, emergencies. incipient tendency to lock. If for example while descending Take care when cornering! When the system registers implaus- z Engineering details steep gradients. ible values for a lengthy period you apply the brakes on a corner, the ABS function is deactivated the motorcycle's weight and What significance momentum take over and even for safety reasons and an ABS devolves on regular fault message is issued. Self-dia- BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to maintenance? gnosis has to complete before counteract their effects. fault messages can be issued. WARNING In addition to problems with the BMW Motorrad ABS, exceptional Brake system not regularly serviced 7 66

z Engineering details Maintenance 8 General instructions...... 68 Diagnostic connector ...... 101 67 Toolkit ...... 68 Front-wheel stand ...... 69 Rear-wheel stand ...... 70 Engine oil ...... 71 Brake system ...... 72 Clutch ...... 77

Coolant ...... 78 z Maintenance Wheel rims and tyres ...... 80 Wheels ...... 81 Chain ...... 89 Light source ...... 91 Jump-starting...... 95 Battery ...... 96 Fuses ...... 99 General instructions Toolkit 4 Adjusting headlight beam throw ( 47). 8 The Maintenance chapter de- 5 Ring spanner 68 scribes straightforward proced- Width across flats 27 ures for checking and replacing certain wear parts. Removing rear wheel ( 85). Special tightening torques are lis- ted as applicable. The tightening Adjust the chain tension torques for the threaded fasten- ( 89). ers on your vehicle are listed in 6 Extension for hook wrench the section entitled "Technical and ring spanner 7 Reversible screwdriver data". 1 Open-ended spanner You will find information on more blade Width across flats 12/13 with cross head extensive maintenance and repair Adjust the chain tension z Maintenance Replacing bulbs for front work in the Repair Instruction on ( 89). DVD for your vehicle, which is and rear turn indicators 2 Open-ended spanner available from your authorised ( 93). Width across flats 10/16 BMW Motorrad dealer. 8 Screwdriver handle Adjusting mirror arm 9 Gripping clamp Some of the work calls for spe- ( 46). Gripping clamp is affixed to cial tools and a thorough know- Removing battery the battery holder. ledge of the technology involved. ( 98). Replace fuses ( 99). If you are in doubt, consult a 3 Hook wrench 10 Fuses specialist workshop, preferably Adjusting spring preload 10 A, 15 A and 30 A your authorised BMW Motorrad for rear wheel ( 47). dealer. 4 Allen key 5 mm 10 The reserve fuses are with centre stand OA connected in the fuse Make sure the ground is level 8 box and suspended from and firm and place the motor- 69 the cable for the dia- cycle on its centre stand. gnostic connector. without centre stand OA Front-wheel stand Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; Installing the front-wheel BMW Motorrad recommends stand the BMW Motorrad auxiliary Slacken clamping screws 1. stand. Push the two adapters 2 apart ATTENTION Install the rear-wheel stand until the front forks fit between ( 70). Use of the BMW Motorrad them. front wheel stand without ac- Use basic stand with front- Use locating pins 3 to set the z Maintenance companying use of centre wheel adapter. front-wheel stand to the de- stand or auxiliary stand The basic stand and its ac- sired height. Risk of damage to parts if vehicle cessory parts are available from Centre the front-wheel stand topples your BMW Motorrad dealer. relative to the front wheel and Place the motorcycle on its push it against the front axle. centre stand or another auxili- ary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Rear-wheel stand 8 Install the rear-wheel 70 stand

Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely ATTENTION seated. Centre stand retracts if mo- Tighten clamping screws 1. torcycle is lifted too high z Maintenance Set the height of the stand 3 Risk of damage to parts if vehicle so that it raises the rear wheel topples slightly off the ground. When raising the vehicle, make Ensure that the stand height is sure that the centre stand re- the same on the left and right, mains on the ground. and secure the mount 3 on Apply uniform pressure to push either side with bolts 1. the front-wheel stand down Set the mounts 3 to the width and raise the motorcycle. of the rear wheel swinging arm 4 and secure using clamp- ing bolts 2. Ensure you do not cover the axle 5. Engine oil Alternatively: hold the motor- cycle upright, preferably with 8 Checking engine oil level the help of another person. Requirement 71 The engine is at operating tem- perature.

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Position the rear-wheel Use of insufficient engine oil stand 6. or too much engine oil Engine damage ATTENTION Always make sure that the oil level is correct. Check the oil level in the z Maintenance Vehicle toppling to side OA display 1. Risk of damage to parts if vehicle with centre stand topples Make sure the ground is level Make sure that the vehicle and firm and place the motor- is secured so that it cannot cycle on its centre stand. topple sideways. without centre stand OA Push the rear-wheel stand Place the motorcycle down until the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; is standing upright and the BMW Motorrad recommends handle of the rear-wheel stand the BMW Motorrad auxiliary is resting on the floor. stand. If the oil level is above the max- ATTENTION 8 imum mark MAX: Have the oil level corrected 72 Use of insufficient engine oil by a specialist workshop, or too much engine oil preferably an authorised Engine damage BMW Motorrad dealer. Always make sure that the oil Topping up the engine oil level is correct. Make sure the ground is level Top up the engine oil to the and firm and place the motor- specified level. Engine oil, specified level cycle on its stand. Checking engine oil level Wipe the area around the oil ( 71). filler neck clean. Install oil filler cap 1. between MIN and MAX mark z Maintenance (Engine at operating tempera- Brake system ture, vehicle is in vertical posi- tion) Checking function of brakes Engine oil, quantity for Operate the brake lever. topping up There is a clearly perceptible pressure point. max 185 ml (Difference Press the footbrake lever. between MIN and MAX) There is a clearly perceptible If the oil level is below the min- pressure point. imum mark MIN: Remove cap 1 of the oil filler Topping up the engine oil neck. ( 72). If pressure points are not clearly perceptible: 8 ATTENTION 73 Work on brake system not in compliance with correct procedure Risk to operational reliability of the brake system Have all work on the brake sys- Turn the handlebars all the way Check the wear indicators 2. to the right. tem undertaken by trained and Brake-pad wear limit, The brake pads 1 can be seen qualified specialists. front from the rear. Have the brakes checked by a Visually inspect the brake pads z Maintenance specialist workshop, preferably min 1.0 mm (Friction lining to ascertain their thickness. an authorised BMW Motorrad without carrier plate) dealer. If the wear indicating marks are no longer visible: Checking front brake pad thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. 8 WARNING 74 Brake-pad thickness less than permissible minimum Diminished braking effect, dam- age to the brakes In order to ensure the depend- ability of the brake system, do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum per- Inspect the chamfer 2. missible thickness. WARNING Brake-pad wear limit, Have the brake pads replaced Brake-pad thickness less rear by a specialist workshop, than permissible minimum z Maintenance preferably an authorised Diminished braking effect, dam- min 1.0 mm (Friction lining BMW Motorrad dealer. age to the brakes without carrier plate) BMW Motorrad recommends In order to ensure the depend- If the chamfer is no longer visible: you only install genuine brake ability of the brake system, do Have the brake pads replaced pads from BMW Motorrad. not permit the brake pads to by a specialist workshop, wear past the minimum per- preferably an authorised Check rear brake pad missible thickness. BMW Motorrad dealer. thickness Visually inspect the brake pads Make sure the ground is level to ascertain their thickness. and firm and place the motor- Viewing direction: from the rear cycle on its stand. toward brake pads 1. Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes 8 75 WARNING Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid tank Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake system Set the handlebars so that the Adjust the riding mode imme- Brake fluid level, front brake fluid tank is horizontal. diately until the fault is rectified. Check the brake fluid level in Check the brake-fluid level at the sight glass 1. regular intervals. Brake fluid, DOT4 z Maintenance NOTICE You should never allow the brake fluid level to drop below Wear of the brake pads causes the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid the brake fluid level in the reser- reservoir horizontal) voir to sink. If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking the brake-fluid 8 level, rear brakes 76 Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motor- cycle upright.

Check the brake fluid level on Brake fluid level, rear brake fluid tank 3.

NOTICE Brake fluid, DOT4 z Maintenance Wear of the brake pads causes You should never allow the the brake fluid level in the reser- brake fluid level to drop below Remove screw 1. voir to sink. the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid Pull the side panel 2 out of the reservoir horizontal) grommets and remove it. If the brake fluid level drops be- low the permitted level: Clutch WARNING Checking clutch function 8 Not enough brake fluid in Pull the clutch lever. 77 brake fluid tank The clutch must fully disen- Considerably reduced braking gage. Signs that the clutch is power due to air in the brake fully disengaged: system Easy to change gear Adjust the riding mode imme- Easy to switch to idling diately until the fault is rectified. If this is not the case, or there is Check the brake-fluid level at Insert the side panel 2 into the a lack of power transmission after regular intervals. grommets 4. the clutch has engaged: Align the side panel 2 with the Have the defect rectified as flat nut 5. Have the clutch checked by a quickly as possible by a spe- specialist workshop, preferably z Maintenance cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. dealer.

Install screw 1. Checking clutch-lever Clutch-lever play is out of toler- To reduce clutch-lever play: 8 play ance: unscrew the adjusting sleeve 3 Adjust the clutch-lever play from the hand lever. 78 ( 78). Lock the adjusting sleeve 3 using the knurled nut 2. Clutch-lever play is in tolerance: Checking clutch-lever play Install cover 2. ( 78). Repeat the steps until the Adjust the clutch-lever clutch-lever play is set play correctly. Install cover 4. Loosen cover 2. Coolant Pull clutch lever 1 until resist- z Maintenance ance is perceptible. Check coolant level In this position, measure the Requirement clutch-lever play A between The engine is cold. the clutch-lever fitting and the clutch lever. Hold the motorcycle upright, preferably with the help of an- Clutch-lever play Loosen cover 4. other person. Loosen the knurled nut 2. Lift the clutch cable to relieve 1...2 mm (on the manual con- the adjusting sleeve 3. trols, handlebars in straight- To increase clutch-lever play: ahead position, with cold en- screw the adjusting sleeve 3 gine) into the hand lever. Top up coolant 8 79

Check the coolant level in Coolant, specified level the coolant expansion tank 1. Turn the handlebars all the way Viewing direction: From in front to left. toward the inside of the right between MIN and MAX Open cap 1 of the coolant ex- side panel. marks on the expansion tank pansion tank. z Maintenance (Engine is cold, motorcycle is Top up coolant to specified upright) level. Use a funnel with filler If the coolant drops below the adapter or hose. permitted level: Coolant full quantity Top up coolant ( 79).

Antifreeze and corrosion inhib- itor 150 ml (Difference between MIN- and MAX-mark) Check coolant level ( 78). If applicable, have the tyres Central Motor Vehicles Rules 8 When the specified level for the changed in good time before (CMVR), 1989. coolant is reached: they wear to the minimum 80 If the tyre tread is worn to min- Close the cap of the coolant tread depth permitted by law. imum: expansion tank. Place the motorcycle on its Replace tyre or tyres, as applic- stand on firm, even ground. able. Wheel rims and tyres Measure the tyre tread depth Checking rims in the main tread grooves with Checking tyre pressure wear marks. Make sure the ground is level WARNING and firm and place the motor- NOTICE cycle on its stand. Incorrect tyre pressure Visually inspect the rims for Wear indicators are built into the Impaired handling characteristics defects. main profile grooves on each of the motorcycle, shorter useful z Maintenance Have any damaged rims in- tyre. The tyre is worn out when tyre life spected by a specialist work- the tyre tread has worn down Always check that the tyre shop and replaced if neces- to the level of the marks. The pressures are correct. sary, preferably by an author- locations of the marks are indic- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. ated on the edge of the tyre, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or by an Checking tyre tread depth arrow.

WARNING NOTICE Riding with badly worn tyres The tyres fitted on the vehicle Risk of accident due to impaired meet the requirements of the handling BIS and the requirements of the If tyre pressure is too low: If you decide that you would like WARNING Correct tyre pressure. to fit non-standard wheels to 8 your motorcycle, it is very im- Tendency of valve inserts to 81 open by themselves at high Wheels portant to consult a specialist riding speeds workshop beforehand, preferably Effect of wheel size on an authorised BMW Motorrad Sudden loss of tyre pressure chassis and suspension dealer. Install valve caps fitted with control systems rubber sealing rings and tighten Removing front wheel firmly. The wheel sizes are very im- portant for the ABS. In particu- with centre stand OA Make sure the ground is level lar, the diameter and the width Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- of the vehicle's wheels are pro- and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. grammed into the control unit cycle on its centre stand. Check tyre pressures against and are fundamental to all cal- OA z Maintenance the data below. culations. Any change to these without centre stand Place the motorcycle on an Tyre pressure, front dimensions, caused for example by a switch to wheels other than auxiliary stand. BMW Motorrad the standard installed ones, can recommends you use the 1.7 bar (with cold tyre; one-up seriously affect the performance BMW Motorrad rear-wheel and two-up) of the control systems. stand. The sensor rings are essential Install the rear-wheel stand Tyre pressure, rear for correct wheel speed detec- ( 70). tion; they too must match the Lift the front of the motorcycle motorcycle's control systems and until the front wheel is clear of 1.9 bar (with cold tyre; one-up consequently cannot be replaced. and two-up) the ground, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front-wheel 8 stand. Installing the front-wheel stand 82 ( 69). Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched when removing the brake cal- iper. Push apart the brake pads a little. Remove screw 3. Withdraw quick-release axle 4, Slacken clamping screws 2. support the front wheel when Press quick-release axle slightly doing this. toward the inside, so as to be Set down front wheel and z Maintenance better able to grip it on the roll forwards out of the front right-hand side. suspension. Ensure you do not damage the wheel speed sensor in the process.

Slacken clamping screws 1. Installing front wheel 8 WARNING 83 Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions in ABS operation See the information on the effect of wheel size on the ABS system at the start of this chapter. Slip spacing bushing 5 into ATTENTION the wheel hub on the left-hand ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement side. of the brake pads Tightening threaded fasten-

ATTENTION z Maintenance Component damage on attempt ers to incorrect tightening to install the brake caliper or be- torque Front wheel installed wrong cause brake pads have to be Damage, or threaded fasteners way round forced apart work loose Risk of accident Do not operate the brakes with Always have the security of Note direction-of-rotation ar- a brake caliper not correctly the fasteners checked by a rows on tyre or rim. secured. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Roll the front wheel into pos- Remove spacer bush 5 from dealer. ition between the front forks. the wheel hub. In this process, take care not to damage the wheel speed sensor. 8 84

Lift front wheel and fit quick- Install screw 3 and tighten to Clamping screws in axle release axle 4. specified torque. Counter-hold holder Remove front-wheel stand and quick-release axle on the right- firmly compress front forks sev- hand side. Tightening sequence: tighten z Maintenance eral times. Do not operate the Screw in front-wheel screws six times in alternate brake lever in this process. quick-release axle sequence Installing the front-wheel stand 19 Nm ( 69). 50 Nm Tighten clamping bolts 2 to the specified tightening torque. Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect. 8 Before driving, check that the brakes respond without delay. 85 Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded. Removing rear wheel Tighten clamping bolts 1 to the with centre stand OA Clamping screws in axle specified tightening torque. holder Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Tightening sequence: tighten cycle on its centre stand. screws six times in alternate z Maintenance without centre stand OA sequence Lift the motorcycle, preferably 19 Nm with a BMW Motorrad rear- Removing the front-wheel wheel stand. stand. Install the rear-wheel stand Remove the adhesive tape ( 70). from the wheel rim. Slip wooden chocks or similar WARNING under the rear wheel to prevent it from dropping out after the Brake pads not lying against the brake disc quick-release axle has been 8 removed. 86

Remove nut 6 using the right Remove the quick-release tool from the toolkit. axle 8 and remove the chain Remove washer. tensioner 7. Press brake caliper 1 against Slacken locknuts 3 on left and z Maintenance brake disc 2. right. Brake piston has been pushed Screw in the adjusting back. screws 4 on the left and right. Remove the chain tensioner 5 and push the quick-release axle to the right as far as it will go.

Roll the rear wheel as far forward as possible and disengage chain 9 from the Installing the rear wheel sprocket. 8 ATTENTION 87 Tightening threaded fasten- ers to incorrect tightening torque Damage, or threaded fasteners work loose Always have the security of Roll the rear wheel to the rear the fasteners checked by a and clear of the swinging arm specialist workshop, preferably and at the same time pull an authorised BMW Motorrad When rolling the rear wheel brake-caliper carrier 11 back dealer. clear of the motorcycle, take far enough to allow the rear z Maintenance care not to damage wheel- wheel to clear it. Roll the rear wheel on the sup- speed sensor 10. port into the swinging arm as NOTICE far as necessary to permit the brake-caliper carrier to be in- The sprocket and the spacer serted. bushes on left and right are loose fits in the wheel. Make sure that these parts are not damaged or get lost on removal. 8 88

Insert the brake-caliper sup- Roll the rear wheel further into Roll the rear wheel as far port 1 into guide 2. the swinging arm, while push- forward as possible and loop ing brake-caliper carrier 11 for- chain 9 over the sprocket. ward at the same time.

z Maintenance

When rolling the rear wheel into position, take care not Insert the quick-release axle 8 to damage wheel-speed and the chain tensioner 7 into sensor 10. the swinging arm, brake-caliper support and rear wheel, inter- locking the quick-release axle Operate the brake several Use adjusting screws 4 on left with the chain tensioner. times until the brake pads are and right to adjust chain ten- 8 bedded. sion. Checking chain tension ( 90). 89 Adjust the chain tension Ensure that the notch in the ( 89). chain tensioner 5 is adjusted to the same scale value on the Chain right and left. Adjust the chain tension Tighten locknuts 3 on left and Make sure the ground is level right to the specified tightening and firm and place the motor- torque. cycle on its stand. Locknut of the final-drive Insert the left chain ten- chain tensioning screw

sioner 5. z Maintenance Install nut 6 with its washer, 19 Nm but do not tighten the nut at Tighten nut 6 to the specified this point. tightening torque. WARNING Rear quick-release axle in swinging arm Brake pads not lying against the brake disc 100 Nm Risk of accident due to delayed Once you have tightened the braking effect. Slacken nut 6. rear wheel quick-release axle, Before driving, check that the Slacken locknuts 3 on left and complete the following tasks brakes respond without delay. right. again: Checking chain tension ( 90). ridden in wet, dusty or dirty Chain deflection 8 conditions. Checking chain tension Switch the ignition off and se- 90 Place the motorcycle on its 40...50 mm (Motorcycle with lect neutral. stand on firm, even ground. no weight applied, supported Clean the drive chain with a Turn the rear wheel until it on its side stand) suitable cleaning product, dry it reaches the position with the and apply chain lubricant. If chain deflection is outside per- lowest amount of chain sag. mitted tolerance: To prolong chain life, BMW Motorrad recommends Adjust the chain tension the use of BMW Motorrad ( 89). chain lubricant, or: Lubricating chain Lubricant

z Maintenance ATTENTION Chain spray Inadequate cleaning and lub- rication of the drive chain Wipe off excess lubricant. Accelerated wear Checking the chain wear Use a screwdriver to push the Clean and lubricate the drive chain at regular intervals. Engage 1st gear. chain 1 up and down at a point Turn the rear wheel in the nor- midway along the run between Lubricate the drive chain every mal direction of travel until the the chain thrust roller and the third fuel stop. chain is tensioned. chain sprocket and measure Lubricate the chain more fre- Measure chain length under- chain tension A. quently if the motorcycle is neath the rear wheel swinging arm. Light source Replacing bulbs for low- 8 beam headlight and high- 91 beam headlight

Remove cover 2. Permissible chain length Loosen the wire spring clip 3 from the catch and open it. max 144.30 mm (measured from the centre of 10 rivets, z Maintenance chain pulled taut) Loosen the connector 1. If the chain has stretched to the maximum permissible length: Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Pull the bulbs 4 from the socket 5. Replace the defective bulb. Replacing bulb for parking 8 light NOTICE 92 Bulbs with higher light-intensity ratings are available through af- termarket suppliers. These bulbs burn out more rapidly and gener- ate more heat than conventional bulbs. Under adverse conditions the extra heat can cause damage Align the bulb 4 and press it to the headlight. into the socket 5. Install the wire spring clip 3. Pull the socket 1 out of the Bulb for low-beam and headlight housing. z Maintenance high-beam headlight

H4 / 12 V / 60 W / 55 W Hold the bulb 4 by the base only, in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.

Install cover 2. Connect plug 1. Pull the light source 2 out of the socket 1. Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light 8 93 W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.

Insert the bulb 1 into the head- Remove screw 1. light housing 3. Replacing bulbs for front

and rear turn indicators z Maintenance Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Switch off the ignition.

Insert the bulb 2 into the socket 1. Pull the glass out of the light housing at the threaded- fastener side. glass free of dirt and foreign 8 matter. 94

Turn bulb 2 counter-clockwise Working from the inboard side, and remove it from the light insert the glass into the light housing. housing and close the housing. Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install

z Maintenance Replace the defective bulb. it in the light housing. Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Install screw 1. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the Replacing LED turn Seek the advice of a specialist gine by connecting leads to the indicators workshop, preferably an author- on-board socket. 8 ised BMW Motorrad dealer. with LED flashing turn indic- 95 ator OA ATTENTION Jump-starting If the LED flashing turn indicators Contact between crocodile fail, they must be replaced. Un- CAUTION clips of jump leads and der these circumstances: vehicle Seek the advice of a specialist Touching live parts of the ig- Risk of short-circuit workshop, preferably an author- nition system when the en- Use jump leads fitted with fully ised BMW Motorrad dealer. gine is running insulated crocodile clips at both Electric shock ends. Replacing LED rear light Do not touch parts of the igni- If the LEDs in the rear light fail, tion system when the engine is ATTENTION z Maintenance the rear light must be replaced. running. Jump-starting with a voltage Under these circumstances: greater than 12 V Seek the advice of a specialist ATTENTION Damage to the on-board elec- workshop, preferably an author- Excessive current flowing tronics ised BMW Motorrad dealer. when the motorcycle is Make sure that the battery of Replacing number-plate jump-started the donor vehicle does not ex- light Wiring smoulders/ignites or dam- ceed a voltage of 12 V. age to the on-board electronics If the LEDs for the number plate When jump-starting the engine, If the motorcycle has to be light in the rear light fail, the rear do not disconnect the battery jump-started connect the leads light must be replaced. Under from the on-board electrical to the battery terminals; never these circumstances: system. attempt to jump-start the en- Removing seat ( 43). Disconnect the jump lead from Do not turn the battery upside 8 Run the engine of the donor the negative terminal first, then down. vehicle during jump-starting. disconnect the second lead 96 from the positive terminal. Begin by connecting one end ATTENTION of the red jump lead to the Installing the seat ( 44). positive terminal of the dis- On-board electronics (e.g. charged battery and the other Battery clock) draining connected end to the positive terminal of Maintenance instructions battery the donor battery. Battery is deep-discharged; this Correct upkeep, recharging and Then connect one end of the voids the guarantee storage will prolong the life of black jump lead to the negative Connect a float charger to the the battery and are essential if terminal of the donor battery, battery if the motorcycle is to warranty claims are to be con- and the other end to the neg- remain out of use for more sidered.

Maintenance ative terminal of the discharged than four weeks. z Compliance with the points be- battery. low is important in order to max- Start the engine of the vehicle Recharging connected imise battery life: with the discharged battery battery Keep the surface of the battery in the usual way; if the en- clean and dry. gine does not start, wait a few ATTENTION minutes before repeating the Do not open the battery. Charging the battery that is attempt in order to protect the Do not top up with water. connected to the vehicle via starter motor and the donor Be sure to read and comply the battery terminals battery. with the instructions for char- Damage to the on-board elec- Allow both engines to run for a ging the battery on the follow- tronics few minutes before disconnect- ing pages. ing the jump leads. Disconnect the battery at charge the battery before restor- the battery terminals before ing it to use. 8 charging. Connecting battery to motor- 97 Disconnecting battery from cycle ( 98). motorcycle ( 97). Disconnecting battery Recharging disconnected from motorcycle battery Make sure the ground is level Disconnecting battery from and firm and place the motor- motorcycle ( 97). cycle on its stand. Charge the battery using a Removing seat ( 43). ATTENTION suitable charger. Battery not disconnected in Comply with the operating in- accordance with correct pro-

z Maintenance structions of the charger. cedure Once the battery is fully Risk of short-circuit charged, disconnect the Always proceed in compliance charger's terminal clips from with the specified disconnec- the battery terminals. tion sequence. NOTICE Disconnect the battery earth lead 1 first. The battery has to be recharged Then push the protective at regular intervals in the course cap 3 to the side and of a lengthy period of disuse. disconnect the positive battery See the instructions for caring cable 2. for your battery. Always fully re- Connecting battery to The holder is now only at- 8 motorcycle tached to the wiring harness 3. Push the holder and the wiring 98 harness to the right out of the way. You can now remove the bat- tery. Lift the battery 4 up and out. Work it back and forth slightly if Remove screw 1. it is difficult to remove. Installing battery First install the positive battery cable 2 and cover with the pro- z Maintenance tective cap 3. Then install battery negative lead 1. Installing the seat ( 44). Removing battery Removing seat ( 43). Disconnecting battery from Unhook and lift up the holder 1 motorcycle ( 97). on the left. Place the battery 4 in the bat- Unloosen the holder from the tery compartment with the battery tray 2 on the right. positive terminal on the right in the direction of travel. Attach the right side of the have to be entered in the instru- holder to the battery tray 2. ment cluster to guarantee correct 8 Fold the holder 1 down and operation of the service display. attach on the left. 99 The wiring harness 3 is now Setting the date ( 41). back in its initial position. Fuses Replace fuses

ATTENTION Press latch 1. Jumpering of blown fuses Open the fuse box 2. Risk of short-circuit and fire Consult the fuse assignment Never attempt to jumper a diagram below and replace the z Maintenance blown fuse. defective fuse. Always replace a defective fuse Fuse assignment ( 100) Close the fuse box 2 again. Install screw 1. with a new fuse of the same amperage. Make sure that the lock 1 has Connecting battery to motor- engaged. cycle ( 98). Switch off the ignition. Installing the seat ( 44). Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. NOTICE Removing seat ( 43). If the vehicle has been discon- nected from the battery for a sig- nificant time, the current date will preferably an authorised Fuse 2 8 BMW Motorrad dealer. 100 Installing the seat ( 44). 7.5 A (Heated grip, diagnostic Fuse assignment connector, engine control unit, extra socket, ABS-pressure modulator)

Fuse 3 Press the lock 4 in on both sides. 30 A (Main fuse) Remove cap 5. Consult the fuse assignment Fuse 4 z Maintenance diagram below and replace the defective fuse. Fuse assignment ( 100) Fuse 1 20 A (ABS pressure modu- Install cap 5. Make sure that lator) the lock 4 on the fuse box 3 7.5 A (Oxygen sensor, tank Fuse 5 engages. vent valve, secondary air sys- NOTICE tem, injection system, electric fuel pump) 15 A (Lighting, horn) If fuse defects recur frequently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, Fuse 6 Diagnostic connector Disengaging diagnostic 8 connector 101 10 A (Instrument cluster, en- gine control unit) CAUTION Reserve fuses 7 Incorrect procedure followed when loosening the diagnostic connector for the on-board diagnosis Press in retainers 1. Motorcycle experiences malfunc- Disengage diagnostic con- tions nector 2 from holder 3. Only have the diagnostic con- The interface to the diagnosis

nector loosened by a specialist and information system can z Maintenance workshop or other authorised be connected to diagnostic persons during your next BMW connector 2. Service appointment. Fuse 8 for radiator fan Have the work performed by Securing the diagnostic Fuse for radiator fan appropriately trained staff. connector Refer to the vehicle manufac- Disconnect the interface for turer specifications. the diagnosis and information 7.5 A (Radiator fan) Removing seat ( 43). system. 8 102

Seat diagnostic connector 2 in bracket 3. Retainers 1 engage with an audible click. z Maintenance Installing the seat ( 44). Accessories 9 General instructions...... 104 103 Heated handlebar grips ...... 104 Power socket ...... 105 Topcase ...... 105 Topcase Light ...... 108 Maximum payload and maximum permissible speed ...... 109

z Accessories General instructions cessory products to establish Heated handlebar grips that they are safe, functional and 9 with heated grips OA CAUTION suitable. Consequently, BMW 104 accepts product liability. BMW Operating the heated Use of other-make products accepts no liability whatsoever for handlebar grips Safety risk parts and accessories that it has BMW Motorrad cannot exam- not approved. Start the engine. ine or test each product of out- Whenever you are planning NOTICE side origin to ensure that it can modifications, comply with all be used on or in connection the legal requirements. Make The heating in the heated with BMW vehicles without sure that the vehicle does not handlebar grips can be activated constituting a safety hazard. infringe the national road-vehicle only when the engine is Country-specific official author- construction and use regulations running.

z Accessories isation does not suffice as as- applicable in your country. surance. Tests conducted by Your BMW Motorrad dealer can NOTICE these instances cannot make offer expert advice on the choice provision for all operating con- of genuine BMW parts, accessor- The increase in power consump- ditions experienced by BMW ies and other products. tion caused by having the heated vehicles and, consequently, To find out more about handlebar grips switched on can they are not sufficient in some accessories go to: drain the battery if you are riding circumstances. bmw-motorrad.com/ at low engine speeds. Use only parts and accessor- accessories ies approved by BMW for your NOTICE vehicle. The handlebar grips have two- BMW has conducted extens- stage heating. Stage two is for ive testing of the parts and ac- heating the grips quickly: it is advisable to switch to stage one Power socket Topcase as soon as the grips are warm. with extra socket OA with topcase OA 9 105 Connection of electrical Installing topcase devices You can start using electrical WARNING devices connected to the mo- Topcase not properly se- torcycle's sockets only when cured the ignition is switched on. Driving safety is impaired Cable routing The topcase must not wobble and must be secured free from The cables from the power play. Press the rocker switch 1 sockets to the auxiliary devices

z Accessories on the side with two dots to must be routed in such a way switch on the high heater that they do not impede the output setting. rider. Press the rocker switch 1 on The cable routing should not the side with one dot to switch restrict the steering angle or on the low heater output set- obstruct handling. ting. The cables must not be Centre the rocker switch 1 to trapped. switch the heating system off. Pull handle 1 up as far as it will go. 9 106

Hook the topcase into the Turn the key in the topcase Push lock barrel 1 forward. luggage carrier 4. Make sure lock to position 1 and remove Release lever 2 pops up. that the hooks 2 fit securely the key from the lock. Pull the release lever all the into the corresponding mount- way up. z Accessories ings 3. Opening topcase The lid of the topcase opens. Push handle 1 down until it engages.

Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1. Removing the topcase Closing topcase 9 107

Push release lever 1 down until Pull release lever 1 all the way it engages. Turn the key in the topcase up. Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1. Close the lid of the topcase lock to the LOCK position and The handle pops out. z Accessories and hold it down. Check that remove the key from the lock. nothing is trapped between the lid and the case.

NOTICE The topcase can also be locked by turning the lock to the LOCK position. In this case, make sure that the key is not left inside the topcase. Pull handle 1 up as far as it will go. Lift the topcase at the rear and 9 remove it from the luggage NOTICE carrier. 108 The release levers are locked when the key is in the horizontal Topcase Light position. with luggage carrier OA with topcase Light OA Installing topcase Light Insert the base 5 into the WARNING slot 4. Topcase not properly se- Fit the mounting 6 onto the cured hook 2. z Accessories Driving safety is impaired Ensure that the release lever 1 The topcase must not wobble engages and the topcase is and must be secured free from connected securely to the ad- Push the release lever 1 in the play. apter 3. direction of the arrow. To lock the release lever, turn Open the topcase lid 2. Turn the key until it is vertical the key until it is horizontal in in the lock. the lock and pull it out. Closing topcase Light Turn the key until it is vertical Opening topcase Light in the lock. Turn the key until it is vertical in the lock. cannot find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label. 9 The values for the combination described here are as follows: 109 Maximum speed for rid- ing with a loaded top- case with topcase OA Close the topcase lid 1. Push the release lever 1 in the or OA Check that nothing is trapped direction of the arrow. with topcase Light between the lid and case and Lift the topcase at the rear and max 130 km/h that the release lever 2 clicks remove from the adapter 3.

z Accessories into place. Payload of topcase Turn the key in the topcase Maximum payload and lock 3 until it is horizontal and maximum permissible with topcase OA remove the key from the lock. speed The release levers are locked. max 5 kg You can neither open the top- Note the maximum permissible with topcase Light OA payload and the speed limit for case nor remove it from the max 3 kg adapter. riding with topcase fitted, as stated on the label inside the Removing the topcase topcase. Light Contact your authorised Turn the key until it is vertical BMW Motorrad dealer if you in the lock. 9 110

z Accessories Care 10 Care products ...... 112 111 Washing the vehicle ...... 112 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents...... 113 Care of paintwork ...... 114

Vehicle preservation ...... 114 z Care Laying up the motorcycle ...... 114 Restoring motorcycle to use ...... 115 Care products Washing the vehicle dry the brake discs and brake pads. 10 BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends 112 that you use the cleaning that you use BMW insect re- ATTENTION and care products you can mover to soften and wash off obtain from your authorised insects and stubborn dirt on Effect of road salt intensified BMW Motorrad dealer. The sub- painted parts prior to washing by warm water stances in BMW CareProducts the motorcycle. Corrosion have been tested in laboratories To prevent stains, do not wash Use only cold water to wash off and in practice; they provide the vehicle immediately after it road salt. z Care optimised care and protection has been exposed to strong sun- for the materials used in your light and do not wash it in the ATTENTION vehicle. sun. To remove road salt, clean the Damage due to high water ATTENTION motorcycle with cold water im- pressure from high pressure Use of unsuitable cleaning mediately after every trip. cleaners or steam cleaners and care products Corrosion or short circuit, dam- WARNING Damage to vehicle parts age to labels, seals, hydraulic Do not use solvents such as Wet brake discs and brake brake system, electrical system cellulose thinners, cold clean- pads after vehicle wash, after and the motorcycle seat ers, fuel or the like, and do riding through water and in Exercise restraint when using not use cleaning products that rainy conditions a steam jet or high pressure contain alcohol. Diminished braking effect, risk of cleaning equipment. accident Apply the brakes in good time to allow the friction and heat to Body panels Products. This applies especially NOTICE Clean trim panel components where road salt has been in use. 10 with water and BMW Motorrad For an additional treatment, use The case and topcase do not 113 have any surface coating. The solvent cleaner. BMW Motorrad metal polish. following care steps will ensure NOTICE Radiator the best-possible appearance: Remove road salt and corrosive Soften stubborn dirt and insects ATTENTION deposits immediately at the end by covering the affected areas of the journey with cold water. with a wet cloth. Bending of radiator fins Damage to radiator fins z Care Cleaning easily Light topcase Take care not to bend the radi- damaged components ator fins when cleaning. ATTENTION Plastics Clean radiator regularly. Use a Use of unsuitable cleaning hose with low water pressure, ATTENTION and care products for example, to do this. Damage to the surface This prevents the engine from Use of unsuitable cleaning Clean the surface using only overheating due to insufficient agents water and a microfibre cloth. cooling. Damage to plastic surfaces Do not use cleaning agents Chrome Rubber that contain alcohol, solvents or Carefully clean chrome sections Treat rubber components with abrasives. with a generous amount of water water or BMW rubber-care Do not use insect-remover products. and motorcycle cleaner from the pads or cleaning pads with care series BMW Motorrad Care hard, scouring surfaces. For this, we recommend Laying up the ATTENTION 10 BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner motorcycle followed by BMW Motorrad gloss 114 Application of silicone sprays Clean the motorcycle. to rubber seals polish for preservation. Contamination of the paint Damage to the rubber seals Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank. surface can be seen particularly Do not use silicone sprays clearly after a vehicle wash. or care products that contain Removing battery ( 98). These areas should be cleaned silicon. Spray the brake and clutch immediately using benzine or lever pivots and the main and

z Care Care of paintwork spirit, applied with a clean cloth side stand pivots with a suit- or cotton pad. BMW Motorrad able lubricant. The long-term effects of mater- recommends that tar spots ials that are damaging to paint be removed using BMW tar Coat bright metal and chrome- can be prevented by regular remover. The paint should then plated parts with an acid-free vehicle washes, particularly if be preserved in these areas. grease (e.g. Vaseline). your vehicle is ridden in areas susceptible to high levels of air Vehicle preservation Stand the motorcycle in a dry pollution or natural contamination, room in such a way that there If water no longer rolls off the for example tree resin or pollen. is no load on either wheel paint, the paint must be pre- Particularly aggressive materials, (preferably using the front- served. however, should be removed wheel and rear-wheel stands For paint preservation, immediately, otherwise changes from BMW Motorrad). BMW Motorrad recommends to or discolouration of the paint the use of BMW Motorrad gloss can result. These include, for polish or agents containing example, spilled fuel, oil, grease, carnauba wax or synthetic wax. brake fluid or bird excrement. Restoring motorcycle to use 10 Remove the protective wax 115 coating. Clean the motorcycle. Installing battery ( 98). Comply with checklist ( 52).

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z Care Technical data 11 Troubleshooting chart ...... 118 Riding specifications ...... 130 117 Screw connections ...... 119 Accessories...... 130 Fuel...... 121 Engine oil ...... 121 Engine ...... 122 Clutch ...... 123 Transmission ...... 123 Rear-wheel drive ...... 124

z Technical data Frame ...... 124 Chassis and suspension ...... 125 Brakes ...... 125 Wheels and tyres ...... 126 Electrical system ...... 128 Dimensions ...... 129 Weights...... 130 Troubleshooting chart 11 The engine doesn't start. 118 Possible cause Rectification

Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. Kill switch activated Set emergency-off switch to operation mode ( 37). Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Operate the clutch or put the transmission into idle so that the idle mode indicator light lights up. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 59). Battery flat Recharging disconnected battery ( 97).

z Technical data Screw connections Front wheel Value Valid 11 119 Screw in front-wheel quick-re- lease axle M12 x 20 50 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder M8 x 30 Tightening sequence: tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid

Locknut of the final-drive chain z Technical data tensioning screw M8 19 Nm Rear quick-release axle in swinging arm M18 x 1.5 100 Nm 11 Mirrors Value Valid Right mirror (lock nut) to ad- 120 apter M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 22 Nm Left mirror (lock nut) to adapter M10 x 1.25 22 Nm

z Technical data Fuel 11 Recommended fuel grade Regular, unleaded (maximum 15 % ethanol, E15) 121 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 11 l Fuel reserve approx. 1 l Fuel consumption according to WMTC 3.3 l/100 km

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity approx. 1.65 l, with filter change

Viscosity class z Technical data SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not per- missible because they can attack coated compon- ents of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro oil. Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 185 ml, Difference between MIN and MAX

BMW recommends 11 Engine Location of engine number Crankcase, bottom right 122 Engine type A82A03A Engine design Water-cooled 1-cylinder 4-stroke engine with four valves operated via rocker arms, two overhead camshafts and counterbalance shaft Displacement 313 cm3 Cylinder bore 80 mm Piston stroke 62.1 mm Compression ratio 10.9:1 Nominal output 25 kW, at engine speed: 9500 min-1

z Technical data Torque 28 Nm, at engine speed: 7500 min-1 Maximum engine speed max 10800 min-1 Idle speed 1600±100 min-1, Engine at regular operating tem- perature Exhaust emissions standard Euro 4 Clutch 11 Clutch type Multi-plate oil-bath clutch 123 Clutch-lever play 1...2 mm, on the manual controls, handlebars in straight-ahead position, with cold engine

Transmission

Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en- gine block Gearbox transmission ratios 3.083, Primary transmission ratio 1:3.000, 1st gear 1:2.063, 2nd gear 1:1.588, 3rd gear

z Technical data 1:1.286, 4th gear 1:1.095, 5th gear 1:0.955, 6th gear 11 Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Continuous Z-ring chain with jerk damping in the 124 rear hub Chain deflection 40...50 mm, Motorcycle with no weight applied, supported on its side stand Permissible chain length max 144.30 mm, measured from the centre of 10 rivets, chain pulled taut Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 16/40 Secondary transmission ratio 2.500

Frame

z Technical data Frame type Tubular spaceframe Type plate location Frame, left Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right at steering head Chassis and suspension 11 Front wheel 125 Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork Spring travel, front 180 mm, at wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Two-arm aluminium swing arm Spring travel, rear 180 mm, at wheel

Brakes

Front wheel Type of front brake 4-piston fixed caliper z Technical data Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal Brake disc thickness, front 5.0 mm, when new min 4.5 mm, Wear limit 11 Rear wheel Type of rear brake 1-piston floating caliper 126 Brake-pad material, rear Organic material Brake disc thickness, rear 4.5 mm, when new min 4 mm, Wear limit Blow-by clearance of the footbrake lever 2.0...2.5 mm, between footbrake lever and footrest plate limit position

Wheels and tyres

Speed category, front/rear tyres H, required at least: 210 km/h Front wheel

z Technical data Front wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Front wheel rim size 2.50-19 MTH2 Tyre designation, front 110/80 R 19 Load index, front tyre 59 Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g Rear wheel 11 Rear-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel 127 Rear wheel rim size 4.0 " x 17 " Tyre designation, rear 150/70 R 17 Load index, rear tyre 69 Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 45 g Tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front 1.7 bar, with cold tyre; one-up and two-up Tyre pressure, rear 1.9 bar, with cold tyre; one-up and two-up

z Technical data 11 Electrical system Fuses 128 Fuse 1 7.5 A, Oxygen sensor, tank vent valve, secondary air system, injection system, electric fuel pump Fuse 2 7.5 A, Heated grip, diagnostic connector, engine control unit, extra socket, ABS-pressure modulator Fuse 3 30 A, Main fuse Fuse 4 20 A, ABS pressure modulator Fuse 5 15 A, Lighting, horn Fuse 6 10 A, Instrument cluster, engine control unit Fuse for radiator fan 7.5 A, Radiator fan

z Technical data Battery Battery type AGM battery (Absorbent Glass Mat) Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 8 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR9D-J Lighting 11 Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 60 W / 55 W 129 Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light LED Light source for the number plate light LED integrated in rear light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Dimensions

Length of motorcycle 2075 mm, over number-plate carrier Height of motorcycle 1230 mm, via windscreen at DIN unladen weight

z Technical data Width of motorcycle 880 mm, using the hand lever 860 mm, without mounted parts Front-seat height 835 mm, Without rider, at DIN unladen weight Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1870 mm, Without rider, at DIN unladen weight 11 Weights Vehicle kerb weight 169.5 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 130 90 % load of fuel, without OE Permissible gross weight 345 kg Maximum payload 175.5 kg

Riding specifications

Top speed 143 km/h

Accessories

Maximum speed for riding with a loaded topcase

z Technical data with topcase OA max 130 km/h or with topcase Light OA Payload of topcase with topcase OA max 5 kg with topcase Light OA max 3 kg Service 12 BMW Motorrad Service ...... 132 131 BMW Motorrad Service history . . . . 132 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ...... 133 Maintenance work ...... 133 Maintenance schedule ...... 137

z Service Maintenance confirmations ...... 138 Service confirmations ...... 152 BMW Motorrad Service specialist workshop, preferably BMW Motorrad Service an authorised BMW Motorrad 12 BMW Motorrad has an extensive history dealer. 132 network of dealerships in place Entries to look after you and your mo- In order to help ensure that your Maintenance work that has been torcycle in more than 100 coun- BMW is always in optimum carried out is entered in the proof tries. Authorised BMW Motorrad condition, BMW Motorrad of maintenance. The entries dealerships have the technical recommends compliance with are like a Service Booklet and information and the technical the maintenance intervals provide proof of regular mainten- know-how to carry out reliably specified for your motorcycle. ance. all maintenance and repair work Have all maintenance and re- If an entry is made in the

z Service on your BMW. pair work that is carried out con- electronic service booklet of the You can locate your nearest au- firmed in the "Service" chapter in vehicle, service-relevant data is thorised BMW Motorrad dealer- this manual. For generous treat- saved in the central IT systems ship by visiting our website: ment of claims submitted after of BMW AG, Munich. bmw-motorrad.com the warranty period has expired, If there is a change in vehicle evidence of regular maintenance WARNING owner, the data saved in the is essential. electronic service booklet can Maintenance and repair work also be viewed by the new not in compliance with cor- Your authorised BMW Motorrad vehicle owner. A BMW Motorrad rect procedure dealer can provide information on Retailer or a specialist workshop Risk of accident due to con- BMW services and the work un- can also view data that is stored sequential damage dertaken as part of each service. in the electronic service booklet. BMW Motorrad recommends having work of this nature car- ried out on the vehicle by a Objection Your authorised BMW Motorrad confirms that the service work The vehicle owner can object dealer will be happy provide in- has been carried out and enters 12 to entries being made by the formation about the mobility ser- the date when the next service 133 BMW Motorrad Retailer or a spe- vices available to you. will be due. cialist workshop in the electronic Riders who cover long distances service booklet along with the Maintenance work in a year might have to bring in corresponding storage of data in BMW pre-delivery check their vehicles for service before the vehicle and transfer of data the next scheduled date. It is Your authorised BMW Motorrad to the vehicle manufacturer for to allow for these cases that a dealer conducts the BMW pre- the period of time that they are maximum odometer reading is delivery check before handing the vehicle owner. In this in- entered as well in the confirma- over the vehicle to you. z Service stance, no entry is made in the tion of service. Servicing has to electronic service booklet of the BMW Running-in check be brought forward if this odo- vehicle. meter reading is reached before Mileage until the the next scheduled date for the BMW Motorrad Mobility running-in check service. services The service-due indicator in the 500...1200 km multifunction display reminds you As the owner of a new BMW about one month or 1000 km motorcycle, in the event of a BMW Service in advance when the time for a breakdown you can benefit from The BMW Service is carried out service is approaching, on the the protection afforded by the once a year; the extent of ser- basis of the programmed values. various BMW Motorrad mobility vicing can vary, depending on services (e.g. BMW Mobile the age of the vehicle and the Service, breakdown service, distance it has covered. Your au- vehicle recovery service). thorised BMW Motorrad dealer To find out more about service 12 go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service 134 The maintenance tasks neces- sary for your vehicle are set out in the maintenance schedule be- low:

z Service 12 135

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z Service Maintenance schedule c every 40000 km or every 4 years (whichever comes 1 BMW running-in check 12 first) (including oil change) 137 2 Standard BMW service 3 Engine-oil change, with filter 4 Replace air filter element 5 Replace spark plug 6 Check valve clearance 7 Oil change in the tele-

scopic forks z Service 8 Replace fuel filters and fuel hoses 9 Replace intake silencer hoses for the cylinder head and tank vent valve 10 Change brake fluid, entire system a annually or every 10000 km (whichever comes first) b for the first time after one year, then every 2 years Maintenance confirmations 12 BMW Service standard scope 138 The repair tasks in the BMW Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may vary. Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Check coolant level Check/adjust the clutch play Check the freedom of movement of the throttle cable and check for kinks and chafing Checking the front brake pads and brake disc for wear Checking the rear brake pads and brake disc for wear

z Service Visually inspecting the brake lines, brake hoses and connections Checking tyre pressures and tread depth Checking and lubricating chain drive Checking the brake fluid level of the front wheel brake Checking the brake fluid level of the rear wheel brake Checking the steering-head bearing Lubricate the side stand Check the lights and signalling equipment Function test, engine start suppression Final inspection and check for road safety Setting the service date and service for remaining distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system Checking battery charge state Confirming the BMW service in the on-board literature BMW pre-delivery BMW Running-in check Check 12 carried out carried out 139 at at at km

Next service at the latest at

or, when reached earlier z Service at km

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 140 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

z Service Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 141 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z Service or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 142 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

z Service Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 143 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z Service or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 144 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

z Service Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 145 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z Service or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 146 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

z Service Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 147 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z Service or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 148 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

z Service Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 149 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z Service or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 150 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

z Service Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature 12 BMW Service Work performed 151 carried out Yes No BMW Service at Oil change, engine, with filter at km Checking valve clearance Next service Renewing air cleaner insert at the latest Oil change in telescopic front forks Renewing all spark plugs at

Replacing fuel filters and fuel hoses (at z Service or, when reached earlier maintenance) at km Replace hoses from intake silencer to cylinder head and tank vent valve (at maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature Service confirmations 12 The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur- 152 chased special promotions. Work performed at km Date

z Service Work performed at km Date 12 153

z Service A Maintenance instructions, 96 C 13 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Position on the vehicle, 18 Care Body panels, 113 ABS recharging connected 154 Engineering details, 64 battery, 96 Care products, 112 Indicator and warning light, 31 recharging disconnected Chrome, 113 operate, 42 battery, 97 Paintwork preservation, 114 Self-diagnosis, 54 remove, 98 Plastics, 113 Accessories Technical data, 128 Radiator, 113 General instructions, 104 Vehicle voltage is too low, 29 Rubber, 113 Power socket, 105 Washing the vehicle, 112 z Index Beam throw Topcase, 105, 108 Adjusting, 47 Chain Actuality, 7 Brake fluid Adjusting tension, 89 Anti-lock brake system ABS, 56 Checking fluid level, front, 75 Adjustment value, 15 Average values Checking fluid level, rear, 76 Checking tension, 90 Displaying average Reservoir, front, 17 Checking wear, 90 consumption (CONS1), 40 Reservoir, rear, 17 Lubricating, 90 Displaying average speed Brake pads Checklist, 52 (SPEED), 40 Checking front, 73 Clock reset, 42 checking rear, 74 Adjusting, 41 Running in, 55 Clutch B Adjusting play, 78 Battery Brakes Checking function, 72 Checking function, 77 connecting to motorcycle, 98 Safety instructions, 56 Checking play, 78 disconnecting from Technical data, 123 motorcycle, 97 Technical data, 125 install, 98 Coolant Emergency off switch (kill switch) Front-wheel stand Checking fill level, 78 Emergency-off, 37 Installing, 69 13 Filling level indicator, 17 operate, 37 Fuel 155 topping up, 79 Operation mode, 37 Displaying current consumption (CONSA), 40 Topping up, 79 Position on the vehicle, 20 Fuel grade, 58 Warning light for Emissions warning light, 30 Oil filler opening, 17, 59 overheating, 29 Engine Coolant temperature In emergency operation, 29 refuelling, 59 Displaying (ENGIN), 40 Malfunction indicator lamp, 30 Technical data, 121

too high, 29 parking, 37 Fuel reserve z Index Range, 33 Severe fault, 30 D Telltale light, 31 starting, 52 Date Fuel reserve indicator light, 31 Technical data, 122 Adjusting, 41 Fuses Displaying (DATE), 40 Engine oil Position on the vehicle, 18 Service due date, 32 Checking fill level, 71 replacing, 99 Diagnostic connector Oil filler neck, 15 Technical data, 128 Loosen, 101 Technical data, 121 secure, 101 topping up, 71, 72 G Dimensions Topping up, 71, 72 General views Technical data, 129 Equipment, 6 Instrument panel, 21 Left multifunction switch, 19 E F Left side of vehicle, 15 Electrics Frame Multifunction display, 25 Technical data, 128 Technical data, 124 Right multifunction switch, 20 Right side of vehicle, 17 Underneath the seat, 18 Instrument panel Replacing number-plate 13 Warning and indicator lights, 24 Overview, 21 light, 95 Photosensor, 21 Technical data, 129 156 H Redline warning, 21 Lights Headlight Warning and indicator lights, 21 Adjusting headlight, 46 Adjusting, 46 Control, 19 Adjusting headlight beam J Headlight flasher, operating, 38 throw, 47 Jump-start, 95 High-beam headlight, Adjustment for driving on left/ operating, 38 driving on right, 46 K z Index Low-beam headlight, Headlight beam throw and Keys, 36 operating, 38 spring preload, 47 L Parking lights, operating, 38 Headlight flasher Laying up, 114 Luggage operate, 38 Lighting Grab handle, 17 Heated handlebar grips Replacing bulb for parking Instructions for loading, 50 operate, 104 light, 92 High-beam headlight Replacing bulbs for front and M switching on, 38 rear turn indicators, 93 Maintenance Horn, 19 Replacing bulbs for low-beam General instructions, 68 headlight and high-beam Maintenance intervals, 133 I headlight, 91 Maintenance schedule, 137 Ignition Replacing LED rear light, 95 Maintenance confirmations, 138 switching off, 37 Mirrors switching on, 36 Replacing LED turn indicators, 95 Adjusting, 46 Mobility services, 133 Motorcycle Power socket S care, 111 Notes on use, 105 Safety instructions 13 cleaning, 111 Position on the vehicle, 15 for brakes, 56 157 Lashing, 60 Pre-Ride-Check, 53 for riding, 50 laying up, 114 Seat R install, 44 parking, 57 Range Lock, 15 restoring to use, 115 Displaying (RANGE), 40 remove, 43 Multifunction display, 21 Rear-wheel drive Service, 132 Overview, 25 Technical data, 124 Reading, 32 Select display, 40 z Index Rear-wheel stand Service history, 132 Multifunction switch Installing, 70 Service-due indicator, 32 General view, left side, 19 Redline warning, 55 Settings General view, right side, 20 Refuelling, 59 Displaying (SETUP), 40 Fuel grade, 58 O Headlight, 46 Rev. counter Odometer Engine speed display, 33 Mirrors, 46 Displaying (ODO), 40 Rider's Manual Spring preload, 47 Odometer and tripmeters Position on the vehicle, 18 Spark plugs reset, 41 Riding specifications Technical data, 128 Speedometer, 25 P Technical data, 130 Parking, 57 Running gear Spring preload Photosensor, 21 Technical data, 125 Adjuster, rear, 15 Running in, 55 Adjusting, 47 Starting, 52 Control, 20 Steering lock Telltale lights, 21 Tyres 13 Locking, 36 Fuel reserve, 31 Checking tread depth, 80 Overview, 24 Checking tyre pressure, 80 158 T Threaded fasteners, 119 Pressures, 127 Technical data Toolkit Battery, 128 Running in, 55 Contents, 68 Brakes, 125 Technical data, 126 Position on the vehicle, 18 Chassis and suspension, 125 Top speed, 51 Topcase Tyre pressure table, 15 Clutch, 123 operate, 105, 108 Dimensions, 129

z Index Torques, 119 V Electrical system, 128 Transmission Vehicle Identification Number Engine, 122 Technical data, 123 Position on the vehicle, 17 Engine oil, 121 Trim panels VIN Frame, 124 Removing and installing front Vehicle Identification Fuel, 121 trim panel, 47 Number, 17 Fuses, 128 Trip meter W General instructions, 7 Displaying (TRIP1, TRIP2), 40 Warning lights, 21 Lighting, 129 Troubleshooting chart, 118 On-board voltage, 29 Rear-wheel drive, 124 Turn indicators Overview, 24 Control, 19 Riding specifications, 130 Warnings operate, 38 Spark plugs, 128 ABS, 31 Type plate Standards, 7 Coolant temperature, 29 Position on the vehicle, 15 Transmission, 123 Engine warning, 30 Weights, 130 Malfunction indicator lamp, 30 Wheels and tyres, 126 Mode of presentation, 26 Overtemperature, 29 Symbol for engine 13 electronics, 29 159 Warnings, overview, 27 Weights Payload table, 15 Technical data, 130 Wheels Change of size, 81

Checking rims, 80 z Index Installing front wheel, 83 Installing the rear wheel, 87 Removing front wheel, 81 Removing rear wheel, 85 Technical data, 126 13 160

z Index Details described or illustrated Original rider’s manual, printed in in this booklet may differ from Germany. the vehicle's actual specification as purchased, the accessories fitted or the national-market spe- cification. No claims will be en- tertained as a result of such dis- crepancies. Dimensions, weights, fuel con- sumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tol- erances. The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted.

© 2018 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Important data for refuelling:

Fuel Recommended fuel grade Regular, unleaded (maximum 15 % ethanol, E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI

Usable fuel capacity approx. 11 l Fuel reserve approx. 1 l Tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front 1.7 bar, with cold tyre; one-up and two-up Tyre pressure, rear 1.9 bar, with cold tyre; one-up and two-up

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