Welcome to BMW BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide advice and assistance. We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from We hope that you will enjoy rid- BMW and welcome you to the ing your BMW and that all your community of BMW riders. journeys will be pleasant and Familiarise yourself with your new safe. motorcycle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic BMW Motorrad. situations. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW motorcycle. It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features. In addition, it contains information on maintenance and care to help you maintain your motorcycle's reliability and safety, as well as its value. If you have questions concerning your motorcycle, your authorised Table of Contents

You can also consult the index at 3 Status indicators ...... 23 4 Operation...... 49 the end of this Rider's Manual if Standard status indicat- Ignition switch and steering you want to find a particular topic ors ...... 24 lock ...... 51 or item of information. Status indicators with on- Electronic immobiliser 1 General instructions .... 5 board computer ...... 25 (EWS) ...... 52 Overview ...... 6 Status indicators with Clock ...... 53 Abbreviations and tyre-pressure monitoring Odometer and symbols ...... 6 (RDC) ...... 26 tripmeters ...... 53 Equipment ...... 7 Status indicators with grip Multifunction display ...... 55 Technical data ...... 7 heating ...... 26 On-board computer ...... 55 Currency ...... 7 Status indicators with seat Tyre pressure monitoring 2 General views ...... 9 heating ...... 27 RDC...... 59 General view, left side ...... 11 Telltale light with cruise con- Lights ...... 59 General view, right side . . . . . 13 trol ...... 27 Turn indicators ...... 61 Handlebar fitting, left ...... 14 Standard warnings ...... 27 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 61 Handlebar fitting, right ...... 16 Warnings issued by the on- Emergency off switch (kill Underneath the seat ...... 19 board computer ...... 34 switch) ...... 62 Instrument cluster ...... 20 ABS warnings ...... 36 Grip heating ...... 62 Headlight ...... 22 ASC warnings ...... 38 Seat heating ...... 63 RDC warnings ...... 40 Automatic Stability Control Anti-theft alarm warnings . . . . 45 ASC ...... 65 Cruise-control system ...... 66 Seat height ...... 69 Windscreen ...... 69 Clutch ...... 69 6 Engineering details..... 93 Rims ...... 118 Brakes ...... 70 Brake system with BMW Wheels ...... 118 Handlebars ...... 71 Motorrad Integral ABS ...... 94 Front-wheel stand ...... 127 Mirrors ...... 71 Electronic engine manage- Bulbs ...... 128 Spring preload ...... 71 ment with BMW Motorrad Jump starting ...... 134 Damping ...... 72 ASC ...... 96 Battery ...... 135 Electronic Suspension Ad- Tyre pressure monitoring 9 Care ...... 139 justment ESA ...... 73 RDC...... 98 Care products ...... 140 Tyres ...... 75 Electronic Suspension Ad- Washing motorcycle...... 140 Headlight ...... 75 justment ESA II ...... 99 Cleaning easily damaged Stowage compartment ...... 77 7 Accessories ...... 101 components ...... 140 Front and rear seats...... 77 General instructions ...... 102 Paint care ...... 141 Helmet holder ...... 79 Power socket ...... 102 Protective wax coating . . . . 142 5 Riding ...... 81 Luggage ...... 103 Laying up motorcycle . . . . . 142 Safety instructions ...... 82 Case ...... 104 Restoring motorcycle to Checklist ...... 84 Topcase...... 106 use ...... 142 Starting...... 84 8 Maintenance ...... 109 10 Technical data ...... 143 Running in ...... 87 General instructions ...... 110 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 144 Brakes ...... 87 Toolkit...... 110 Threaded fasteners ...... 145 Parking your motorcycle . . . . 89 Engine oil ...... 111 Engine ...... 147 Refuelling ...... 90 Brake system ...... 113 Fuel ...... 148 Securing motorcycle for Brake pads ...... 113 Engine oil ...... 148 transportation ...... 92 Brake fluid...... 115 Clutch ...... 149 Clutch ...... 117 Transmission ...... 149 Tyres ...... 118 Rear-wheel drive ...... 150 Running gear ...... 150 Brakes ...... 152 Wheels and tyres...... 152 Electrics ...... 153 Frame ...... 154 Dimensions ...... 155 Weights ...... 155 Riding specifications ...... 156 11 Service ...... 157 BMW Motorrad service. . . . 158 BMW Motorrad service quality ...... 158 BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot break- down assistance ...... 158 BMW Motorrad service network ...... 159 Maintenance work ...... 159 Confirmation of mainten- ance work ...... 160 Confirmation of service . . . . 165 General instructions

General instructions 1 Overview ...... 6 5 Abbreviations and symbols ...... 6 Equipment ...... 7 Technical data ...... 7 Currency ...... 7

z General instructions Overview Specific instructions on OE Optional extra how to operate, control, ad- The motorcycles are as- 1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manu- just or look after items of equip- sembled complete with al will provide you with an initial 6 ment on the motorcycle. all the BMW optional ex- overview of your motorcycle. All tras originally ordered. maintenance and repair work on Indicates the end of an item of information. the motorcycle is documented in OA Optional accessory Chapter 11. This record of the Instruction. You can obtain option- maintenance work you have had al accessories through performed on your motorcycle is Result of an activity. your authorised BMW a precondition for generous treat- Motorrad dealer; optional ment of goodwill claims. Reference to a page with accessories have to be When the time comes to sell more detailed informa- retrofitted to the motor- your BMW, please remember tion. cycle. to hand over this Rider's Manu- al; it is an important part of the Indicates the end of a EWS Electronic immobiliser motorcycle. passage relating to spe- (Elektronische Wegfahr- cific accessories or items sicherung). z General instructions Abbreviations and of equipment. symbols DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebs- Tightening torque. tahlwarnanlage) Indicates warnings that you must comply with for reas- ABS Anti-lock brake system ons of your safety and the safety Item of technical data. of others, and to protect your ASC Automatic Stability Con- motorcycle against damage. trol. ESA Electronic Suspension find these features described in the basis of the data, illustrations Adjustment separate manuals. or descriptions in this manual. 1 Electronic Suspension Adjustment. Technical data 7 All dimensions, weights and RDC Tyre pressure control power ratings stated in the (Reifendruck-Control) Rider's Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the Equipment tolerance requirements of the When you ordered your BMW Deutsche Institut für Normung motorcycle, you chose various e.V. Versions for individual items of custom equipment. This countries may differ. Rider's Manual describes option- al extras (OE) offered by BMW Currency and selected optional accessor- The high safety and quality ies (OA). This explains why the standards of BMW motorcycles manual may also contain de- are maintained by constant

z General instructions scriptions of equipment which development work on designs, you have not ordered. Please equipment and accessories. note, too, that your motorcycle Because of this, your motorcycle might not be exactly as illus- may differ from the information trated in this manual on account supplied in the Rider's Manual. of country-specific differences. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely If your BMW was supplied with rule out errors and omissions. equipment not described in We hope you will appreciate that this Rider's Manual, you will no claims can be entertained on 1 8

z General instructions General views

General views 2 General view, left side...... 11 9 General view, right side ...... 13 Handlebar fitting, left ...... 14 Handlebar fitting, right ...... 16 Underneath the seat ...... 19 Instrument cluster ...... 20 Headlight ...... 22

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z General views General view, left side 1 Clutch-fluid reservoir 2 ( 117) 11 2 Adjuster for headlight beam throw (underneath the instrument cluster) ( 76) 3 Seat lock (underneath the rear light) ( 77) 4 Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 71) 5 Adjuster for damping char- acteristic, rear suspension

( 72) z General views 6 Power socket ( 102) 2 12

z General views General view, right side 1 Fuel filler neck ( 90) 2 2 Battery compartment 13 ( 137) 3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front ( 113) 4 Storage compartment ( 77) 5 Vehicle identification num- ber (on side panel, front right) 6 Type plate (on lower rear cross-tube)

z General views Handlebar fitting, left 2 1 High-beam headlight and 14 headlight flasher ( 60) 2 with cruise control sys- tem OE Cruise control system con- trol ( 66) 3 Hazard warning flashers ( 61) 4 Windscreen control ( 69) 5 Operation of the flashing turn indicators ( 61)

z General views 6 Horn 7 with Electronic Suspen- sion Adjustment (ESA II) OE Operating ESA ( 73) 8 with Automatic Stability Control OE Operating ASC ( 65) 9 Operating the odometer ( 53) 2 with on-board com- puter OE 15 Operating the on-board computer ( 55)

z General views Handlebar fitting, right 2 1 with heated handlebar 16 grips OE Grip heating control ( 62) 2 with seat heating OE Front seat heating control ( 63) 3 Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( 62) 4 Starter button ( 84)

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z General views Underneath the seat 1 Rider's Manual 2 2 Payload table (at the bot- 19 tom of the rider's manual) 3 Table of tyre pressures 4 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 116) 5 with seat heating OE Rear seat heating control ( 64) 6 Storage for puncture repair kit (OA) 7 Toolkit ( 110)

8 Helmet holder ( 79). z General views 9 Engine-oil filler neck ( 112) Oil dipstick ( 111) 10 Front-seat height adjust- ment ( 69) Instrument cluster 2 1 Speedometer 20 2 Telltale lights ( 24) 3 Rev. counter 4 Anti-theft alarm telltale light (OE, see the instructions for use of the anti-theft alarm) 5 Operation of the clock ( 53) Adjust the dimmer ( 55) 6 Multifunction display ( 24)

z General views 7 Operating the odometer ( 53) 8 Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) 9 with cruise control sys- tem OE Telltale light of cruise con- trol ( 66) The instrument-cluster lighting has automatic day 2 and night switchover. 21

z General views Headlight 2 1 Side light 22 2 Low-beam headlight 3 High-beam headlight

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Status indicators 3 Standard status indicators ...... 24 Anti-theft alarm warnings ...... 45 23 Status indicators with on-board computer ...... 25 Status indicators with tyre-pressure monitoring (RDC) ...... 26 Status indicators with grip heat- ing ...... 26 Status indicators with seat heat- ing ...... 27 Telltale light with cruise control . . . . . 27

z Status indicators Standard warnings ...... 27 Warnings issued by the on-board computer ...... 34 ABS warnings ...... 36 ASC warnings ...... 38 RDC warnings ...... 40 Standard status Telltale lights Gear indicator 3 indicators The gear engaged or N 24 for neutral appears on the Multifunction display display. If no gear is engaged, the 'neutral' telltale light also lights up. Coolant temperature The column below the tem- 1 Flashing turn indicators, perature symbol indicates left the coolant temperature. 2 High-beam headlight 1 Fuel capacity ( 24) 3 Idle Service-due indicator 2 Gear indicator ( 24) 4 Flashing turn indicators, z Status indicators 3 Coolant temperature right ( 24) 4 Clock ( 53) Fuel capacity 5 Odometer The column below the fuel- 6 Trip meter ( 53) pump symbol indicates the remaining quantity of fuel. When the fuel in the tank is topped up the gauge briefly shows the original level, before If the next service is due in less the reading is updated. than one month, the date for the next service is shown briefly after steps of 100 km and is shown Status indicators with the Pre-Ride Check completes. briefly after the Pre-Ride Check on-board computer 3 The month and year are shown completes. accompanied by the wording with on-board computer OE 25 SERVICE. In this example, the If service is overdue, the date or display shows "March 2007". the odometer reading is accom- panied by the 'General' warning light showing yellow. The word "Service" remains permanently visible. If the sevice-due indicator appears more than a month before the service date, the date saved in the instrument cluster must be adjusted. This situation 1 Status-indicator panel of can occur if the battery was dis- the on-board computer

z Status indicators If the motorcycle covers long dis- connected for a prolonged period ( 55) tances in the course of the year, of time. under certain circumstances it If you want to have the date set might be necessary to have it consult a specialist workshop, serviced at a date in advance preferably an authorised BMW of the forecast due date. If the Motorrad dealer. countdown distance to the odo- meter reading at which a service will be due is less than 1000 km, the distance is counted down in Status indicators the section entitled "Engineering the section entitled "Engineering 3 with tyre-pressure details"). details"). 26 monitoring (RDC) Display option 2 Status indicators with Display option 1 with tyre pressure monitoring grip heating (RDC) OE with tyre pressure monitoring with heated handlebar grips OE (RDC) OE with on-board computer OE without on-board computer OE

z Status indicators 1 Display of the heating 1 with tyre pressure monit- stages ( 62) 1 with tyre pressure monit- oring (RDC) OE oring (RDC) OE Tyre-pressure readout Tyre-pressure readout ( 59) ( 59) The figures shown in the The figures shown in the tyre-pressure readings are tyre-pressure readings are temperature-compensated (see temperature-compensated (see Status indicators with Standard warnings seat heating Mode of presentation 3 with seat heating OE 27

1 Telltale light of cruise con- trol

Warnings are indicated by 'Gen- eral' warning light 1 showing 1 Display of the heating in combination with one of the stages ( 63) warning symbols 2. The 'Gen- z Status indicators eral' warning light shows red or Telltale light with cruise yellow, depending on the ur- control gency of the warning. If two or more warnings occur at the same with cruise control system OE time, all the appropriate warning lights and warning symbols ap- pear. The status of the 'General' warning light matches the most urgent warning. The possible warnings are listed 3 on the next page. 28

z Status indicators Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 3 Lights up yellow EWS ! Appears on Electronic immobiliser active ( 31) 29 the display

Lights up yellow Flashes Fuel down to reserve ( 31)

Lights up red Temperature read- Coolant temperature too high ( 31) ing flashes

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Engine in emergency-operation mode play ( 32)

Flashes red Appears on the dis- Insufficient engine oil pressure ( 32) play

z Status indicators Lights up red Appears on the dis- Insufficient battery charge current play ( 33)

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Rear light bulb defective ( 33) play

Appears on the dis- Front light bulb defective ( 33) play Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 3 Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Bulbs defective ( 34) 30 play

z Status indicators Electronic immobiliser Lack of fuel can result in Continuing to ride when the active the engine misfiring and engine is overheated could 3 cutting out unexpectedly. Mis- result in engine damage. General warning light shows 31 yellow. firing can damage the catalytic You must comply with the in- converter; a hazardous situation structions below. EWS ! appears on the display. can result if the engine cuts out Possible cause: Possible cause: unexpectedly. The coolant temperature is too The key being used is not au- Do not run the fuel tank dry. high. thorised for starting, or commu- Possible cause: If possible, ride in the part-load nication between key and engine The fuel tank contains no more range to cool down the engine. electronics is disrupted. than the reserve quantity of fuel. In traffic jams, switch off the Remove all other vehicle keys engine, but leave the ignition from the same ring as the igni- Reserve fuel switched on so that the radiat- tion key. or fan continues to operate. Use the reserve key. If the coolant temperature is Have the defective key re- ~4 l frequently too high, have the z Status indicators placed, preferably by an au- Refuelling ( 90). fault rectified as soon as pos- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Coolant temperature too sible by a specialist workshop, Fuel down to reserve high preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. General warning light shows General warning light shows yellow. red. Reserve fuel level symbol The temperature reading flashes flashes. Engine in emergency- You can continue to ride, but oil level is correct is to check the 3 operation mode bear in mind that the usual en- oil level indicator. General warning light shows gine power might not be avail- Possible cause: 32 able. yellow. The engine-oil level is too low. Have the fault rectified as Checking engine oil level Engine symbol appears on quickly as possible by a ( 111). the display. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad If the oil level is too low: The engine is running in dealer. Topping up engine oil ( 112). emergency operating mode. Engine power might be reduced Insufficient engine oil Possible cause: and this can cause hazardous pressure The engine-oil pressure is insuffi- situations, particularly if you at- cient. tempt to overtake other road General warning light flashes red. Riding when engine-oil users. pressure is low can result Engine power level might be Oil-can symbol appears on in engine damage. z Status indicators lower than normal: adapt your the display. Do not continue your journey. style of riding accordingly. The oil pressure in the lube-oil Have the fault rectified as Possible cause: system is too low. Stop immedi- quickly as possible by a The engine control unit has dia- ately and switch off the engine if specialist workshop, preferably gnosed a fault. In exceptional the warning light shows. an authorised BMW Motorrad cases, the engine stops and re- The insufficient oil pres- dealer. fuses to start. Otherwise, the en- sure warning does not fulfil gine runs in emergency operating the function of an oil gauge. The mode. only way of checking whether the Insufficient battery charge an authorised BMW Motorrad Front light bulb defective current dealer. Bulb symbol with arrow 3 General warning light shows Rear light bulb defective pointing to the front ap- 33 red. pears on the display. General warning light shows Battery symbol appears on yellow. A defective bulb places the display. your safety at risk because Bulb symbol with arrow it is easier for other users to A discharged battery can pointing to the rear appears oversee the motorcycle. render various systems un- on the display. Replace defective bulbs as available, for example the lights, A defective bulb places soon as possible; always carry a the engine or the ABS. This can your safety at risk because complete set of spare bulbs if result in dangerous situations. it is easier for other users to possible. If possible, do not continue your oversee the motorcycle. Possible cause: journey. Replace defective bulbs as Low-beam headlight, high-beam Battery is not being charged. If soon as possible; always carry a headlight, side light or turn indic- z Status indicators you continue to ride the motor- complete set of spare bulbs if ator bulb defective. cycle the on-board electronics possible. Replacing low-beam and high- will drain the battery. Possible cause: beam headlight bulb ( 129). Possible cause: Rear light or brake light bulb de- Replacing parking-light bulb Alternator or alternator drive belt fective. ( 130). defective Replacing brake-light, rear- Replacing front turn indicator Have the fault rectified as light and rear-indicator bulbs bulbs ( 131). quickly as possible by a ( 133). Replacing brake-light, rear- specialist workshop, preferably light and rear-indicator bulbs ( 133). Bulbs defective Warnings issued by the 3 General warning light shows on-board computer yellow. 34 Mode of presentation Bulb symbol with two ar- with on-board computer OE rows appears on the dis- play. A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible. Warnings issued by the on-board z Status indicators Possible cause: computer appear in panel 1. A combination of the bulb de- The possible warnings are listed fects described above has oc- on the next page. curred. See the fault descriptions above. Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 3 Oil ! Appears Engine-oil level too low ( 36) 35 on the display Appears on the dis- play Ambient-temperat- Ice warning ( 36) ure reading flashes.

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z Status indicators Engine-oil level too low Ice warning ABS warnings 3 Oil ! appears on the display. The ambient-temperature read- Mode of presentation 36 Oil-level symbol appears on ing flashes. the display. Ice-crystal symbol flashes. Possible cause: The electronic oil-level sensor Possible cause: has registered an excessively low The air temperature measured oil level. Check the engine-oil at the motorcycle is lower than level at the oil-level indicator the 3 °C. next time you stop to refuel: The ice warning does not Checking engine oil level mean that there is no risk ( 111). of black ice forming at measured ABS warnings are indicated by If the oil level is too low: temperatures above 3 °C. ABS warning light 1. Topping up engine oil ( 112). Always take extra care and think The way in which the ABS warn- ing light indicates status can dif- Status indicators well ahead when temperatures z Possible cause: are low; remember that the fer in some countries. The oil sensor might be defective danger of black ice is particularly if the "Check oil level" message high on bridges and where the Possible national variant. appears even though a check of road is in the shade. the oil sight glass shows that the oil level is correct. Ride carefully and think well The detailed descriptions relating Seek the advice of a specialist ahead. to BMW Motorrad Integral ABS workshop, preferably an author- start on page ( 94), and you ised BMW Motorrad dealer. will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page. Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 3 Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed 37 ( 38)

Lights up ABS fault ( 38)

z Status indicators ABS self-diagnosis not You can continue to ride the 3 completed motorcycle, but make due pro- ABS warning light flashes. vision for the fact that the ABS 38 function is not available. Bear in mind the more detailed in- Possible cause: formation on situations that can The ABS function is not lead to an ABS fault ( 95). available, because self- Have the fault rectified as diagnosis did not complete. The quickly as possible by a motorcycle has to move forward specialist workshop, preferably ASC warnings are indicated by a few metres for the wheel an authorised BMW Motorrad ASC warning light 1. dealer. sensors to be tested. The detailed descriptions relating Pull away slowly. Bear in mind to BMW Motorrad ASC start on that the ABS function is not ASC warnings page ( 96), and you will find available until self-diagnosis has Mode of presentation an overview listing the possible completed. z Status indicators with Automatic Stability Con- warnings on the next page. ABS fault trol OE ABS warning light shows.

Possible cause: The ABS control unit has detec- ted a fault. The ABS function is not available. Warnings, overview Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 3 Quick-flashes ASC intervention ( 40) 39

Slow-flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 40)

Lights up ASC deactivated ( 40)

Lights up ASC fault ( 40)

z Status indicators ASC intervention Pull away slowly. Bear in mind is not available. Bear in mind 3 ASC warning light quick- that the ASC function is not the more detailed information available until self-diagnosis has on situations that can lead to 40 flashes. The ASC has detected a degree completed. an ASC fault ( 97). Have the fault rectified as of instability at the rear wheel ASC deactivated and has intervened to reduce quickly as possible by a torque. The warning light flashes ASC warning light shows. specialist workshop, preferably for longer than ASC intervention an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. lasts. This affords the rider visual Possible cause: feedback on control intervention The rider has switched off the RDC warnings even after the critical situation ASC system. has been dealt with. with Automatic Stability Con- Mode of presentation OE Self-diagnosis not trol with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE completed Activating ASC function ( 66). z Status indicators ASC warning light slow- flashes. ASC fault Possible cause: ASC warning light shows. Self-diagnosis did not complete, so the ASC function is not avail- Possible cause: able. The engine must be run- The ASC control unit has detec- ning and the motorcycle must ted a fault. The ASC function is reach a speed of at least 5 km/h not available. in order for ASC self-diagnosis to You can continue to ride. Bear complete. in mind that the ASC function with on-board computer OE 3 41

Warning symbol 2 indicates a The critical tyre press of the front critical tyre pressure; the corres- wheel 3 or as applicable the rear The critical tyre press of the front ponding reading flashes. wheel 4 flashes. wheel 3 or as applicable the rear If the critical value is close to the wheel 4 flashes. limit of the permissible tolerance range, 'General' warning light 1 The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad RDC start on shows yellow. If the tyre pres- z Status indicators sure registered by the sensor page ( 98), and you will find is outside the permissible toler- an overview listing the possible ance range, the 'General' warning warnings on the next page. light 1 flashes red. Warnings, overview 3 Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 42 Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted play tolerance ( 43)

The critical tyre pressure flashes. Flashes red Appears on the dis- Tyre pressure outside permitted toler- play ance ( 43)

The critical tyre pressure flashes. "--" or "-- --" Signal transmission disrupted ( 43) is displayed.

z Status indicators Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Sensor defective or system error play ( 44) "--" or "-- --" is displayed. Lights up yellow RDC Appears on Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak the display ( 45)

Appears on the dis- play Tyre pressure close Tyre pressure outside Correct the tyre pressure at the to limit of permitted permitted tolerance earliest possible opportunity. 3 tolerance General warning light Before you adjust tyre pres- 43 General warning light shows flashes red. sure, read the information yellow. on temperature compensation Tyre symbol appears on and adjusting pressure in the Tyre symbol appears on the display. section entitled "Engineering the display. The critical tyre pressure flashes. details". The critical tyre pressure flashes. Possible cause: Have the tyre checked for Possible cause: Measured tyre pressure is out- damage by a specialist Measured tyre pressure is close side permitted tolerance. workshop, preferably an to the limit of permitted toler- Check the tyre for damage and authorised BMW Motorrad ance. to ascertain whether the mo- dealer. Correct the tyre pressure as torcycle can be ridden with the If you are unsure whether the stated on the inside cover of tyre in its present condition. motorcycle can be ridden with the Rider's Manual. If the motorcycle can be ridden the tyre in its present condition: z Status indicators Before you adjust tyre pres- with the tyre in its present condi- Do not continue your journey. sure, read the information tion: Notify the breakdown service. Incorrect tyre pressures im- on temperature compensation Signal transmission and adjusting pressure in the pair the motorcycle's hand- section entitled "Engineering ling characteristics. disrupted details". If tyre pressure is incorrect it is "--" or "-- --" is displayed. essential to adapt your style of riding accordingly. Possible cause: Possible cause: Tyre symbol appears on 3 The motorcycle has not yet ac- Wireless communication with the the display. celerated past the threshold of RDC sensors has been disrupted. 44 "--" or "-- --" is displayed. approximately 30 km/h. The Possible causes include radio- Possible cause: RDC sensors do not start trans- communication systems operat- mitting signals until the motor- ing in the vicinity and interfering Motorcycle is fitted with wheels cycle reaches a speed above with the link between the RDC not equipped with RDC sensors. this threshold for the first time control unit and the sensors. Fit wheels and tyres equipped ( 98). Move to another location and with RDC sensors. Increase speed above this observe the RDC readings. As- Possible cause: threshold and observe the RDC sume that a permanent fault One or two RDC sensors have readings. Assume that a per- has not occurred unless the failed. manent fault has not occurred 'General' warning light comes Have the fault rectified by a unless the 'General' warning on to accompany the symp- specialist workshop, preferably light comes on to accompany toms. Under these circum- an authorised BMW Motorrad the symptoms. Under these stances: z Status indicators dealer. circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably Possible cause: specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad A system error has occurred. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Have the fault rectified by a dealer. Sensor defective or specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad system error dealer. General warning light shows yellow. Battery of tyre-pressure Anti-theft alarm sensor weak warnings 3 General warning light shows Mode of presentation 45 yellow. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE RDC appears on the display. Battery symbol appears on the display. This error message appears only briefly after the pre- ride check completes. Possible cause: The integral battery in the tyre- pressure sensor has lost a sig- nificant proportion of its original Anti-theft alarm warnings appear z Status indicators capacity. There is no assurance in panel 2 in combination with of how long the tyre pressure the 'General' warning light 1 control system can remain opera- showing after the Pre-Ride tional. Check and relate to the capacity Seek the advice of a specialist of the internal battery that workshop, preferably an author- supplies power to the anti-theft ised BMW Motorrad dealer. alarm. The possible warnings are listed on the next page. Warnings, overview 3 Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning 46 Appears on the dis- Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 47) play

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis- Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 47) play

z Status indicators Anti-theft alarm battery Anti-theft alarm battery weak flat 3 DWA appears on the display. General warning light shows 47 Battery symbol appears on yellow. the display. Battery symbol appears on This error message appears the display. only briefly after the pre- DWA appears on the display. ride check completes. This error message appears Possible cause: only briefly after the pre- The integral battery in the anti- ride check completes. theft alarm has lost a significant proportion of its original capa- Possible cause: city. There is no assurance of The integral battery in the anti- how long the anti-theft alarm can theft alarm has lost its entire ori- remain operational if the motor- ginal capacity. There is no assur- z Status indicators cycle's battery is disconnected. ance that the anti-theft alarm will Seek the advice of a specialist be operational if the motorcycle's workshop, preferably an author- battery is disconnected. ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. 3 48

z Status indicators Operation

Operation 4 Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . 51 Cruise-control system ...... 66 49 Electronic immobiliser (EWS) ...... 52 Seat height ...... 69 Clock ...... 53 Windscreen ...... 69 Odometer and tripmeters ...... 53 Clutch ...... 69 Multifunction display ...... 55 Brakes ...... 70 On-board computer...... 55 Handlebars ...... 71 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 59 Mirrors ...... 71 z Operation Lights ...... 59 Spring preload ...... 71 Turn indicators...... 61 Damping ...... 72 Hazard warning flashers...... 61 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA ...... 73 Emergency off switch (kill switch) ...... 62 Tyres ...... 75 Grip heating...... 62 Headlight ...... 75 Seat heating ...... 63 Stowage compartment ...... 77 Automatic Stability Control ASC . . . . 65 Front and rear seats ...... 77 4 Helmet holder ...... 79 50

z Operation Ignition switch and Switching on ignition Switching off ignition steering lock 4 Keys 51 You receive two master keys and one spare key. Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 52). Ignition switch and steering lock, tank filler cap lock and the seat and case locks are all operated Turn the key to position 1. Turn the key to position 2. with the same key. Side light and all function cir- Lights switched off. z Operation cuits switched on. Handlebars not locked. with large topcase OA Engine can be started. Key can be removed. or Pre-ride check is performed. Electrically powered accessor- with small topcase OA ( 85) ies remain operational for a lim- If you wish you can arrange to ABS self-diagnosis is ited period of time. have the topcase fitted with a performed. ( 85) The battery can be recharged lock that can be opened with this with Automatic Stability Con- via the on-board socket. key as well. Consult a specialist trol OE workshop, preferably an author- ASC self-diagnosis is per- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. formed. ( 86) Lock the handlebars Turn the key to position 3, engine cannot be started with a 4 while moving the handlebars key that has been barred. slightly. 52 Ignition, lights and all function In-key electronics circuits switched off. The motorcycle's electronics Handlebars locked. exchange certain continuously Key can be removed. changing signals with the elec- tronics in the key; these signals Electronic immobiliser are specific to your motorcycle (EWS) and they are transmitted via the ring aerial in the ignition lock. If the motorcycle is on the Protection against theft The ignition is not enabled for z Operation side stand, the surface of The electronic immobiliser helps starting until the key has been the ground will determine wheth- protect your BMW motorcycle recognised as "authorised" for er it is better to turn the handle- from theft, and this enhanced se- your motorcycle. bars to the left or right. However, curity is at your disposal without A spare key attached to the motorcycle is more stable on any need for you to set paramet- the same ring as the ig- a level surface with the handle- ers or activate additional systems. nition key used to start the en- bars turned to the left than with The engine of a motorcycle fit- gine could "irritate" the electron- the handlebars turned to the ted with this electronic immobil- ics, in which case the enabling right. iser can be started only with the signal for starting is not issued. On level ground, always turn the keys that belong to the vehicle. The EWS warning appears in the handlebars to the left to set the You can also have your author- multifunction display. steering lock. ised BMW Motorrad dealer bar Always keep the spare key sep- Turn the handlebars to the full individual keys, for example if a arately from the ignition key. left or right lock position. particular key goes missing. The Replacement and extra Switch on the ignition. Either press and hold down keys button 1 or wait without press- 4 ing a button. You can obtain replacement/extra 53 keys only through an authorised The clock is now set and the BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys time appears on the display. are part of an integrated secur- ity system, so the dealer is un- Odometer and der an obligation to check the tripmeters legitimacy of all applications for Selecting odometer replacement/extra keys. If you Switch on the ignition. want to have a lost key barred, you have to bring with you all Press and hold down button 1.

z Operation the other keys that belong to Hours reading 2 flashes. the motorcycle. A key that has Press button 1. been barred can subsequently be The hours reading increments cleared and reactivated for use. by one each time you press the button. Clock Press and hold down button 1. Setting clock Minutes reading 3 flashes. Press button 1. Attempting to set the clock The minutes reading incre- while riding the motorcycle ments by one each time you Press button 1. can lead to accidents. press the button. Set the clock only when the mo- torcycle is stationary. without on-board computer OE 4 54

The display starts with the cur- Press and hold down button 1. rent value and each time the but- Alternatively, press button 2. The tripmeter is reset to zero. ton is pressed it moves one step z Operation through the following sequence: Resetting tripmeter without on-board computer OE Switch on the ignition. Tripmeter 1 (Trip I) Select the desired tripmeter. Tripmeter 2 (Trip II) Residual range (once fuel level is down to reserve) with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE Tyre pressures

Alternatively, press button 2. Residual range the fuel-level reading nor the dimmer unless the motorcycle without on-board computer OE residual-range readout can be is at a standstill. 4 updated. Press button 1. 55 The calculated range is an The level of dimming appears approximate value. Con- in display field 2. sequently, BMW Motorrad re- Press button 1 again. commends that you should not The brightness of the dis- try to use the full residual range play increases one level each before refuelling. time you press the button. Each time you press the button Multifunction display after maximum brightness is reached, brightness is reduced The residual-range readout 1 in- Adjust the dimmer z Operation dicates how far you can ride with by one level. the fuel remaining in the tank. This reading is not displayed until On-board computer fuel level has dropped to reserve. with on-board computer OE This distance is calculated on the basis of fuel level and average Selecting readings consumption. Switch on the ignition. When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re- serve, as otherwise the sensor Attempting to adjust the will not be able to register the dimmer while riding the new level. If the sensor cannot motorcycle can lead to accidents. register the new level neither Do not attempt to adjust the Range If ambient temperature 4 Average speed drops below 3 °C a warn- Average consumption ing appears, drawing your atten- 56 Oil level tion to the risk of black ice form- with tyre pressure monitoring ing. The display automatically (RDC) OE switches from any other mode Tyre pressures to the temperature reading when the temperature drops below this Ambient temperature threshold for the first time. Press button 1. Range

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When the motorcycle is at a standstill the heat of the engine The display starts with the cur- can falsify ambient-temperature The description of the residual- rent value and each time the but- reading 1. If the effect of the en- range function ( 55) also cov- ton is pressed it moves one step gine's heat becomes excessive, ers range readout 1. You can through the following sequence: -- temporarily appears on the also view the range before the display. fuel level drops to reserve. Ambient temperature A special average-consumption Average speed figure is used to calculate range; 4 this figure is not necessarily the same as the value you can call 57 up for viewing on the display. 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 Press and hold down button 1. why the range is calculated only Average speed is reset to zero. when the motorcycle is on the Average speed 1 is calculated

on the basis of the time elapsed Operation move. Average consumption z since the last reset. Times The calculated range is only during which the engine was an approximate reading. stopped are excluded from the Consequently, BMW Motorrad calculation. recommends that you should not try to use the full range before Resetting average speed refuelling. Switch on the ignition. Select average speed.

Average consumption 1 is cal- culated by dividing the distance covered since the last reset by the corresponding amount of fuel Oil level The readings mean: 4 used. Oil level is correct 58 Reset the average consumption Check the oil level with the Switch on the ignition. dipstick the next time you Select average speed. stop for fuel. If you call up anoth- er reading on the on-board com- puter, this symbol remains visible until the sensor again registers a Oil-level indicator 1 gives you correct oil level.

z Operation an indication of the engine oil Oil level cannot be meas- level. You can call up this read- ured (conditions as stated ing only when the motorcycle is above not satisfied). at a standstill. The most recently measured level is displayed for 5 seconds The preconditions for the oil level when you next switch on the ig- Press and hold down button 1. check are as follows: nition. Average consumption is reset Engine at operating temperat- to zero. ure. The oil-level sensor might Engine idling for at least 10 be defective if the "Check seconds. oil level" message appears even Side stand retracted. though the oil level in the oil Make sure the motorcycle is sight glass is correct. In this upright. case, consult your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Tyre pressure Indicates the reading for monitoring RDC tyre pressures. 4 with tyre pressure monitoring with on-board computer OE 59 (RDC) OE Viewing tyre-pressure readings Switch on the ignition. The tyre pressures are shown, accompanied by the wording RDC. The front tyre pressure z Operation is on the left; the reading on the right is the rear tyre pres- The tyre pressures are displayed sure. The tyre-pressure readings as an additional set of readings are based on a reference tyre by the on-board computer. temperature of 20 °C. -- -- appears directly after the ig- Lights nition is switched on, because Side light Repeatedly press button 1, un- the sensors do not transmit tyre The side lights switch on auto- til the tyre pressures are dis- pressures until the first time the played in the odometer panel. matically when the ignition is motorcycle accelerates to more switched on. than 30 km/h. The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely High-beam headlight Switching on parking 4 necessary. lights Switch off the ignition. 60 Low-beam headlight The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when you start the engine. When the engine is not running you can switch on the lights by switching on the ig- nition and either switching on the Press the high-beam headlight high-beam headlight or operating z Operation switch 1 forwards. the headlight flasher. High-beam headlight switched on. Immediately after switching off Return the high-beam head- the ignition, press turn-indicator light switch 1 to its initial posi- button 1 to the left and hold tion. down. High-beam headlight switched Parking light switches on. off. Pull the high-beam headlight Switching off parking switch 1 to the rear. lights The high-beam headlight is Switch the ignition on and then switched on until you release off again. the button (headlight flasher). Parking lights switched off. Turn indicators Centre the turn-indicator switch. Operating turn indicators 4 Flashing turn indicators switched off. 61 Turn indicator telltale light is off. Hazard warning flashers Switch on the hazard Press button 1 for the hazard warning flashers warning flashers.

If you press a turn-indicat- Operation Push turn-indicator button 1 to Switch on the ignition. z or button with the ignition the left. The hazard warning flash- switched on, the turn-indicator Left-hand turn indicators ers place a strain on the function is activated instead of switched on. battery. Do not use the hazard the hazard warning flashers, and Telltale light for left-hand turn warning flashers for longer than remains active until you release indicators flashes. absolutely necessary. the button. The hazard warning Push the turn-indicator button flashers recommence flashing as to the right. soon as the button is released. Right-hand turn indicators switched on. The hazard warning flashers Telltale light for right-hand turn are switched on. indicator flashes. Left and right turn indicator telltale lights flash. Switch off the ignition. The hazard warning flashers Emergency off switch 4 continue to operate. (kill switch) Left and right turn indicator 62 telltale lights are off. Switch off the hazard warning flashers

a Engine switched off b Normal operating position (run) z Operation 1 Emergency off switch (kill switch) Grip heating Operating the kill switch with heated handlebar grips OE when riding can cause Press button 1 for the hazard Operating grip heating warning flashers. the rear wheel to lock and thus Start the engine. Hazard warning flashers cause a fall. switched off. Do not operate the kill switch Grip heating can be activ- when riding. ated only when the en- The emergency off switch is a gine is running. If the engine is kill switch for switching off the switched off, grip heating must engine quickly and easily. be reactivated once the engine is switched on again. The increase in power con- The selected heating stage will sumption caused by the be saved if you allow a certain 4 grip heating can drain the bat- length of time to pass without tery if you are riding at low en- making further changes. 63 gine speeds. If the charge level is low, grip heating is switched Seat heating off to ensure the battery's start- with seat heating OE ing capability. Front-seat heating The handlebar grips have two- stage heating. Stage two is for heating the grips quickly: it is ad- z Operation visable to switch back to stage one as soon as the grips are warm. Grip heating can be ac- tivated only when the engine is running. Repeatedly press button 1 until Press button 1 to adjust the the desired heating stage ap- 1 Front seat heating switch heating stage. pears on the display. 50% heating power The front seat has two-stage heating. Stage two is for heating 100% heating power the seat quickly: it is advisable to switch back to stage one as soon as the seat is warm. Seat heating can be ac- Rear seat heating The increase in power con- 4 tivated only when the en- sumption caused by the gine is running. If the engine is seat heating can drain the bat- 64 switched off, seat heating must tery if you are riding at low en- be reactivated once the engine is gine speeds. If the charge level switched on again. is low, seat heating is switched The increase in power con- off to ensure the battery's start- sumption caused by the ing capability. seat heating can drain the bat- tery if you are riding at low en- gine speeds. If the charge level 1 Rear seat heating switch is low, seat heating is switched z Operation off to ensure the battery's start- The rear seat has two-stage ing capability. heating. Stage two is for heating the seat quickly: it is advisable to switch back to stage one as soon as the seat is warm. Seat heating can be ac- 2 Switch centred: Heating tivated only when the en- off. gine is running. If the engine is 3 Switch at point one: 50% switched off, seat heating must heating power. be reactivated once the engine is 4 Switch at point two: 100% switched on again. heating power. Indicator in multifunction Rear seat, 100 % heating display power 4 Automatic Stability 65 Control ASC with Automatic Stability Con- trol OE Deactivate the ASC function Press and hold down ASC but- ton 1. Switch on the ignition. ASC warning light starts to The symbols shown below ap- z Operation You have the option of de- pear on the display to indicate show. activating the ASC function which heating stage has been Release the ASC button within while the motorcycle is on the selected: two seconds. move. Front seat, 50 % heating ASC warning light remains power ON. Front seat, 100 % heating The ASC function is deactiv- power ated. Rear seat, 50 % heating power Activating ASC function switching the ignition off and Setting road speed 4 then on again. 66 An ASC fault has occurred if the ASC warning light shows when the motorcycle ac- celerates to a speed in excess of 10 km/h after the ignition was switched off and then on again. Cruise-control system Press and hold down ASC but- with cruise control system OE Briefly push button 2 towards

z Operation ton 1. the front. Switching on cruise ASC warning light goes out; Cruise control can be used control if self-diagnosis has not in the speed range from completed the ASC warning light 50 km/h to 180 km/h. starts flashing. Release the ASC button within Telltale light for cruise con- two seconds. trol shows. The ASC warning light re- The motorcycle maintains your mains off or continues to current cruising speed and the flash. setting is saved. The ASC function is activated. Instead of pressing the ASC button, you have the option of Slide switch 1 to the right. Button 2 is operational. Step-by-step acceleration Stepless acceleration Step-by-step deceleration 4 67

Briefly push button 2 towards Push and hold button 2 to- Briefly push button 2 towards

the front. wards the front. the back. z Operation Speed is increased by approx. The motorcycle accelerates Speed is decreased by approx. 2 km/h each time you push the steplessly. 2 km/h each time you push the button, and the new setting is Release button 2. button, and the new setting is saved. The motorcycle maintains your saved. current cruising speed and the setting is saved. Stepless deceleration The cruise-control system is though you might have intended 4 deactivated. slowing to a lower speed. Telltale light for cruise-control 68 Telltale light for cruise con- goes out. trol shows. Resuming former cruising The motorcycle resumes the speed previous cruising speed. Switch off cruise control

Push and hold button 2 to-

z Operation wards the back. The motorcycle decelerates steplessly. Release button 2. The motorcycle maintains your current cruising speed and the Briefly push button 2 towards setting is saved. the back. Slide switch 1 to the left. Opening the throttle does The system is deactivated. Deactivate cruise control not deactivate the cruise- Button 2 is disabled. Apply the brakes or pull the control system. If you release clutch or close the throttle (turn the twistgrip the motorcycle will the throttle twistgrip back past decelerate only to the cruising the idle position). speed saved in memory, even Seat height Adjusting seat height 4 Remove the front seat ( 78). 69

Push the seat height adjuster Press the top section of but- fully forward and up or down, ton 1. as applicable. Windscreen higher z Operation Limit position a: high seat pos- Press the bottom section of ition. button 1. Pull seat-height adjuster 1 to Limit position b: low seat posi- Windscreen lower the limit position. tion. Installing front seat ( 78). Clutch Windscreen Adjusting clutch lever If the position of the clutch Adjusting windscreen fluid reservoir is changed, Switch on the ignition. air can enter the clutch system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars. Attempting to adjust the Span between handlebar grip 4 clutch lever while riding the and clutch lever decreases. motorcycle can lead to accidents. 70 Do not attempt to adjust the Brakes clutch lever unless the motor- Adjusting handbrake lever cycle is at a standstill. Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- or the handlebars. wise.

Operation The adjusting screw is easi- z Attempting to adjust the er to turn if you push the brake lever while riding the handbrake lever forward. motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the Span between handlebar grip Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- brake lever unless the motorcycle and handbrake lever increases. wise. is at a standstill. Turn adjusting screw 1 The adjusting screw is easi- counter-clockwise. er to turn if you push the Span between handlebar grip clutch lever forward. and handlebar lever decreases. Span between handlebar grip and clutch lever increases. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise. Handlebars Mirrors accordingly when the motorcycle is lightly loaded. Adjustable handlebars Adjusting mirrors 4 Adjusting spring preload 71 for rear wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand.

Handlebars 1 are height-ad- Pivot the mirror to the correct z Operation justable. If you want to have the position by pressing gently at handlebars adjusted consult a the edge. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad deal- Spring preload er. Setting Your motorcycle's hand- It is essential to set spring pre- ling will suffer if you do not load of the rear suspension to match the spring-preload and suit the load carried by the mo- damping-characteristic settings. torcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily Adjust the damping characteristic loaded and reduce spring preload to suit spring preload. Adjusting spring preload Basic setting of spring Adjusting damping for while the motorcycle is be- 4 preload, rear rear wheel ing ridden can lead to accidents. 72 Make sure the ground is level Do not attempt to adjust spring Turn the knob as far as it will and firm and place the motor- preload unless the motorcycle is go in the direction indicated cycle on its stand. at a standstill. by the LOW arrow and then If you want to increase spring turn it back 13 clicks in the preload, turn knob 1 in the dir- direction indicated by the ection indicated by the HIGH HIGH arrow. (Full load of arrow. fuel, with rider 85 kg) If you want to reduce spring preload, turn knob 1 in the dir- Damping z Operation ection indicated by the LOW Setting arrow. Damping must be adapted to suit Basic setting of spring the surface on which the motor- Adjust the damping character- preload, rear cycle is ridden and to suit spring istic, using the tool from the preload. on-board toolkit to turn adjust- without Electronic Suspen- An uneven surface requires OE ing screw 1. sion Adjustment (ESA II) softer damping than a smooth surface. An increase in spring preload requires firmer damping, a re- duction in spring preload re- quires softer damping. load status must be set and the Basic setting of rear-sus- desired riding mode selected. pension damping charac- 4 teristic 73 Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go in the dir- ection indicated by the H arrow and then turn it back one and a half turns in the If you want a harder damping direction indicated by the S characteristic, turn adjusting arrow. (Full load of fuel, with screw 1 in the direction indic- rider 85 kg) z Operation ated by the H arrow. The selected riding mode is If you want a softer damping Electronic Suspension displayed in panel 1 of the characteristic, turn adjusting Adjustment ESA multifunction display and the load screw 1 in the direction indic- status is displayed in panel 2. with Electronic Suspension Ad- Three load statuses can be ated by the S arrow. OE justment (ESA II) set, with any of the three riding Basic setting of rear-sus- Settings modes available for each one. pension damping charac- The clock is not shown while the teristic Electronic Suspension Adjust- ESA readout is active. ment ESA provides a convenient without Electronic Suspen- way of adapting the motorcycle Further information on the ESA sion Adjustment (ESA II) OE to the load it carries and the sur- Electronic Suspension Adjust- face over which you intend riding. ment system can be found on on In order for this to happen, the page ( 99). Calling up settings changes. The display is auto- 4 Switch on the ignition. matically hidden again shortly after the settings are com- 74 pleted. Setting the load status Start the engine. The load status cannot be set while the motorcycle is Press button 1. in motion. The current setting is displayed. z Operation Press button 1. Press button 1 once at each The current setting is step. displayed. The display field starts at the The reading remains visible for current status and cycles through a few seconds before disap- the following sequence: pearing automatically. COMF: comfort mode Setting the riding mode NORM: normal mode Start the engine. SPORT: sport mode Press button 1. The riding mode can be set The setting shown on the dis- The current setting is while the motorcycle is in play is automatically accepted displayed. motion. as the riding mode if you al- Press and hold down button 1 low a certain length of time to until the reading changes. pass without making further The display field starts at the Always check that the tyre pres- Tyre pressure, rear current status and cycles through sures are correct. 4 the following sequence: At high road speeds, tyre 75 valves installed perpen- 2.9 bar (one-up, tyre cold) One-up dicular to the wheel rim have a 2.9 bar (two-up and/or with tendency to open as a result of luggage, tyre cold) One-up with luggage centrifugal force. If tyre pressure is too low: In order to avoid a sudden loss of Correct tyre pressure. tyre pressure, fit a valve cap with Two-up (with luggage) rubber sealing ring to the rear Headlight tyre and make sure that the cap The setting shown on the dis- is screwed on firmly. Adjusting headlight for z Operation play is automatically accep- Make sure the ground is level driving on left/driving on ted as the load status if you and firm and place the motor- right allow a certain length of time cycle on its stand. If the motorcycle is ridden in a to pass without making further Check tyre pressures against country where the opposite rule changes. the data below. of the road applies, its asymmet- ric low-beam headlight will tend Tyres Tyre pressure, front to dazzle oncoming traffic. Checking tyre pressure Have the headlight set accord- ingly by a specialist workshop, Incorrect tyre pressures im- 2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold) preferably an authorised BMW pair the motorcycle's hand- 2.5 bar (two-up and/or with Motorrad dealer. ling characteristics and increase luggage, tyre cold) the rate of tyre wear. Commercially available ad- the headlight basic setting is 4 hesive tape will damage the correct. plastic lens of the light. 76 Consult a specialist workshop, Headlight beam-throw preferably an authorised BMW adjustment Motorrad dealer, in order to avoid damaging the plastic lens of the light.

Headlight beam throw and a Neutral position spring preload b Position for heavy load Headlight beam throw is gener- z Operation ally kept constant when spring preload is adjusted to suit load. Spring preload adjustment might 1 Headlight beam-throw ad- not suffice only if the motorcycle justment is very heavily loaded. Under these circumstances, headlight Spring preload adjustment might beam throw has to be adjusted not suffice if the motorcycle is to suit the weight carried by the very heavily loaded. Moving the motorcycle. pivot lever adjusts headlight beam throw so as not to dazzle Consult a specialist work- oncoming traffic. shop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad deal- er, if you are unsure whether Stowage compartment To open the lid, push the un- locked lock barrel downwards. Operating the stowage 4 The lid opens. compartment 77 Front and rear seats Remove the rear seat Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Lift the seat at the rear and release the key.

z Operation with seat heating OE Use the ignition key to turn lock barrel 1 to right angles with the forward direction of travel. Lock of the stowage compart- ment locked. Turn the lock barrel 1 in direc- Turn the key anti-clockwise in tion of travel using the ignition the seat lock 1. key. Lock of the stowage compart- Disconnect plug 2 using ment unlocked. latch 3. Pull the seat to the rear to re- with seat heating OE Installing front seat 4 lease it from its holders. with seat heating OE Place the seat, upholstered 78 side down, on a clean surface. Remove the front seat Remove the rear seat ( 77).

Disconnect plug 2 using latch 3. z Operation Connect plug 2. Lift the seat up to remove. Place the seat, upholstered side down, on a clean surface.

Lift the rear of the front seat.

Push the front seat forward in- to seat height adjuster 4. Make sure that the seat is correctly located. 4 Installing rear seat ( 79). 79 Installing rear seat Installing front seat ( 78). with seat heating OE

Slide the rear seat underneath The helmet catch can front seat a and push it down scratch the panelling. firmly at the rear b. Make sure the lock is out of the z Operation The seat engages with an aud- way when you hook the helmet ible click. into position. Helmet holder Hang the helmet's chinstrap on helmet holder 1. Connect plug 2. Remove the rear seat ( 77). Installing rear seat ( 79). 4 80

z Operation Riding

Riding 5 Safety instructions ...... 82 81 Checklist...... 84 Starting ...... 84 Running in ...... 87 Brakes ...... 87

Parking your motorcycle ...... 89 z Riding Refuelling ...... 90 Securing motorcycle for transporta- tion ...... 92 Safety instructions Settings of the spring-strut and Do not ride your motorcycle after shock-absorber system consuming alcohol, drugs and/or 5 Rider's equipment Imbalanced load medication. 82 Do not ride without the correct Loose clothing clothing. Always wear: Insufficient tyre pressure Risk of poisoning Helmet Poor tyre tread Exhaust fumes contain carbon Motorcycling jacket and Etc. monoxide, which is colourless trousers and odourless but highly toxic. Gloves Correct loading Inhaling the exhaust fumes Boots Overloading and imbal- therefore represents a z Riding This applies even to short jour- anced loads can adversely health hazard and can even neys, and to every season of affect the motorcycle's handling. cause loss of consciousness with the year. Your authorised BMW Do not exceed the permissible fatal consequences. Motorrad dealer will be glad to gross weight and be sure to Do not inhale exhaust fumes. advise you on the correct cloth- comply with the instructions on Do not run the engine in an en- ing for every purpose. loading. closed space. Speed Alcohol and drugs High voltage If you ride at high speed, always Even small amounts of Touching live parts of the bear in mind that various bound- alcohol or drugs will ad- ignition system with the ary conditions can adversely af- versely affect your perception engine running can cause electric fect the handling of your motor- and your ability to assess situ- shock. cycle: ations and make decisions, and Do not touch parts of the igni- slow down your reflexes. Med- tion system when the engine is ication can exacerbate these ef- running. fects. Catalytic converter Risk of fire Tampering with the If misfiring causes unburned fuel Temperatures at the exhaust are control unit of the 5 to enter the catalytic converter, high. electronic engine- 83 there is a danger of overheating Flammable materials (e.g. management system and damage. hay, leaves, grass, clothing Tampering with the engine For this reason, observe the fol- and luggage, etc.) could ignite control unit can damage lowing points: if allowed to come into contact the motorcycle and cause acci- Do not run the fuel tank dry. with the hot exhaust pipe. dents. Do not attempt to start or run Do not permit flammable materi- Do not tamper with the engine the engine with a spark-plug als to come into contact with the control unit. z Riding cap disconnected. hot exhaust system. Stop the engine immediately if Tampering with the engine it misfires. Cooling would be control unit can result in inadequate if the engine Use only unleaded fuel. mechanical loads that the mo- were allowed to idle for a lengthy Comply with all specified main- torcycle's components are not period with the motorcycle at tenance intervals. designed to withstand. Damage a standstill: overheating would caused in this way is not covered Unburned fuel will destroy result. In extreme cases, the by the warranty. the catalytic converter. motorcycle could catch fire. Do not tamper with the engine Note the points listed for protec- Do not allow the engine to idle control unit. tion of the catalytic converter. unnecessarily. Ride away imme- diately after starting the engine. Checklist Starting Starting engine 5 Use the following checklist to Side stand Switch on the ignition. Pre-ride check is performed. 84 check important functions, set- You cannot start the motorcycle ( 85) tings and wear limits before you with the side stand extended and ABS self-diagnosis is ride off. a gear engaged. The engine will performed. ( 85) Brakes switch itself off if you start it with Brake-fluid levels, front and rear the gearbox in neutral and then with Automatic Stability Con- OE Clutch engage a gear before retracting trol Clutch fluid level the side stand. ASC self-diagnosis is per- Shock absorber setting and formed. ( 86) z Riding spring preload Gearbox Tyre-tread depth and tyre You can start the engine when pressures the gearbox is in neutral or if you Cases correctly installed and pull the clutch with a gear en- luggage secured gaged. Do not pull the clutch un- til after you have switched on the At regular intervals: ignition, as otherwise the engine Engine oil level (every refuelling will refuse to start. When the stop) gearbox is in neutral, the green Brake-pad wear (every third neutral telltale light is on and the refuelling stop) gear indicator in the multifunction Press starter button 1. display shows N. If ambient temperatures are very low, you might find it necessary to open the throttle slightly when starting the engine. At ambient temperatures below For initialisation, the exhaust flap Check that the 'General' warning 0 °C, disengage the clutch after is opened fully once and then light comes on, and that it shows 5 switching on the ignition. closed again. red and yellow. 85 The start attempt is auto- Phase 1 Have the fault rectified as matically interrupted if bat- quickly as possible by a tery voltage is too low. Recharge General warning light shows specialist workshop, preferably the battery before you start the red. an authorised BMW Motorrad engine, or use jump leads and a CHECK! appears on the dis- dealer. donor battery to start. play. ABS self-diagnosis The engine starts. Phase 2 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- z Riding Consult the troubleshooting General warning light shows forms self-diagnosis to ensure chart below if the engine re- yellow. its operability. Self-diagnosis is fuses to start. ( 144) performed automatically when appears on the dis- CHECK! you switch on the ignition. The Pre-ride check play. motorcycle has to move forward The instrument panel runs a test OE with cruise control system at a speed above 5 km/h for the of the 'General' warning light The SET light lights up. wheel sensors to be tested. when the ignition is switched on: this is the "Pre-Ride-Check" Phase 1 The warning light shows first red If the 'General' warning light does Test of the diagnosis-compat- and then yellow, so that you can not show: ible system components with check that it is in working order. Some malfunctions cannot the motorcycle at a standstill. The test is aborted if you start be indicated if the 'Gener- ABS warning light flashes. the engine before it completes. al' warning light cannot be dis- played. Possible national variant of specialist workshop, preferably Phase 2 5 the ABS warning light. an authorised BMW Motorrad Test of the diagnosis-compat- dealer. ible system components while 86 Phase 2 the motorcycle is on the move. Test of the wheel sensors as ASC self-diagnosis ASC warning light slow- the motorcycle pulls away from with Automatic Stability Con- flashes. rest. trol OE ABS warning light flashes. ASC self-diagnosis BMW Motorrad ASC performs completed self-diagnosis to ensure its op- Possible national variant of erability. Self-diagnosis is per- The ASC symbol no longer z Riding the ABS warning light. formed automatically when you shows. switch on the ignition. The en- If an indicator showing an ASC ABS self-diagnosis gine must be running and the fault appears when ASC self- completed motorcycle must reach a speed diagnosis completes: The ABS warning light goes of at least 5 km/h in order for You can continue to ride. Bear out. ASC self-diagnosis to complete. in mind that the ASC function If an indicator showing an ABS Phase 1 is not available. Have the fault rectified as fault appears when ABS self-dia- Test of the diagnosis-compat- quickly as possible by a gnosis completes: ible system components with specialist workshop, preferably You can continue to ride. Bear the motorcycle at a standstill. an authorised BMW Motorrad in mind that neither the ABS ASC warning light slow- dealer. function nor the integral brak- flashes. ing function is available. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a Running in Avoid low engine speeds at full cedure is essential if the tyres are load. to achieve maximum grip. The first 1000 km 5 Do not omit the first inspection Tyres do not have their full While running in the motor- 87 after 500 - 1200 km. grip when new and there cycle, vary the throttle opening is a risk of accidents at extreme and engine-speed range fre- Brake pads angles of heel. quently. New brake pads must "bed Avoid extreme angles of heel. Try to do most of your rid- down" and therefore do not ing during this initial period on achieve their optimum friction Brakes twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- levels during the first 500 km. How can stopping ing high-speed main roads and You can compensate for this z Riding highways if possible. initial reduction in braking distance be minimised? Exceeding the specified en- efficiency by exerting greater Each time the brakes are applied, gine speeds while running pressure on the levers. a load distribution shift takes in will lead to increased engine New brake pads can ex- place with the load shifting for- wear. tend stopping distance by a ward from the rear to the front Keep to the specified engine significant margin. wheel. The sharper the motor- speeds for running in. Apply the brakes in good time. cycle decelerates, the more load is shifted to the front wheel. The Do not exceed the rpm limits higher the wheel load, the more recommended for running in. Tyres New tyres have a smooth sur- braking force can be transmitted Running-in speed face. This must be roughened by without the wheel locking. riding in a restrained manner at To optimise stopping distance, various heel angles until the tyres apply the front brakes rapidly and <7000 min-1 are run in. This running in pro- keep on increasing the force you No full-load acceleration. apply to the brake lever. This makes the best possible use extreme conditions, the brakes Salt on brakes of the dynamic increase in load could overheat and suffer severe 5 The brakes may fail to take at the front wheel. Remember damage. effect immediately if the 88 to pull the clutch at the same With the BMW integrated motorcycle was ridden on salt- time. In the "panic braking situ- brake system, the rear brake is covered roads and the brakes ations" that are trained so fre- activated when the handbrake were not applied for some time. quently braking force is applied lever is pressed. This protects Apply the brakes in good time as rapidly as possible and with against overheating.Only use the until the salt layer on the brake the rider's full force applied to front brake and utilise engine discs and brake pads has been the brake levers; under these cir- braking. removed. z Riding cumstances the dynamic shift in load distribution cannot keep Wet brakes Oil or grease on brakes pace with the increase in de- After the motorcycle has Oil and grease on the brake celeration and the tyres cannot been washed, ridden discs and pads considerably transmit the full braking force to through water or ridden in diminish braking efficiency. the surface of the road. ABS has the rain, the brake discs and Especially after repair and main- to intervene to keep the front pads might be wet and the tenance work, make sure that the wheel from locking; this increases brakes might not take effect brake discs and brake pads are stopping distance. immediately. free of oil and grease. Descending mountain Apply the brakes in good time until the brakes have dried out. passes Dirt or mud on brakes There is a danger of the When riding on loose sur- brakes fading if you use faces or muddy roads, the only the rear brakes when des- brakes may fail to take effect cending mountain passes. Under immediately because of dirt or moisture on the discs or brake The side stand is designed Check that the motorcycle is pads. to support only the weight standing firmly. 5 Apply the brakes in good time of the motorcycle. On a gradient, the motor- 89 until the brakes have been Do not lean or sit on the cycle should always face cleaned. motorcycle with the side stand uphill; select 1st gear. extended. Lock the steering lock. Parking your Slowly lean the motorcycle to motorcycle the side until its weight is taken Removing motorcycle Placing motorcycle on by the stand and dismount to from side stand the left. side stand Unlock the steering lock. z Riding If the ground is soft or un- If the motorcycle is on the From the left, grip the handle- even, there is no guaran- side stand, the surface of bars with both hands. tee that the motorcycle will rest the ground will determine wheth- Pull the handbrake lever. firmly on the stand. er it is better to turn the handle- Swing your right leg over the bars to the left or right. However, Always check that the ground seat and lift the motorcycle to the motorcycle is more stable on under the stand is level and the upright position. a level surface with the handle- firm. Hold the motorcycle upright bars turned to the left than with and balanced. Switch off the engine. the handlebars turned to the An extended side stand can Pull the handbrake lever. right. catch on the ground when Hold the motorcycle upright On level ground, always turn the the motorcycle is moving and and balanced. handlebars to the left to set the lead to a fall. Use your left foot to extend the steering lock. side stand fully. Retract the side stand before Turn the handlebars to full left moving the motorcycle. or right lock. Sit on the motorcycle and use same time pull the motorcycle Check that the centre stand 5 your left foot to retract the side to the rear. has fully retracted. stand. Excessive movements 90 Refuelling Placing motorcycle on could cause the centre stand to retract, and the Fuel is highly flammable. A centre stand motorcycle would topple in naked flame close to the If the ground is soft or un- consequence. fuel tank can cause a fire or ex- even, there is no guaran- Do not lean or sit on the mo- plosion. tee that the motorcycle will rest torcycle with the centre stand Do not smoke. Never bring a firmly on the stand. extended. naked flame near the fuel tank. z Riding Always check that the ground Check that the motorcycle is Fuel expands when hot. under the stand is level and standing firmly. Fuel escaping from an firm. Lock the steering lock. overfilled tank could make its way Switch off the engine. onto the rear tyre. This could Dismount and keep your left Removing motorcycle cause a fall. hand on the left handlebar grip. from centre stand Do not fill the tank past the bot- With your right hand, grip the Unlock the steering lock. tom edge of the filler neck. rear grab handle or the rear Place your left hand on the left Fuel attacks plastics, which frame. handlebar grip. become dull or unsightly. Use your right foot on the pin With your right hand, grip the Wipe off plastic parts immediately of the centre stand to press rear grab handle or the rear if they come into contact with the stand down until its curved frame. fuel. feet touch the ground. Push the motorcycle forward Place your full body weight on off the centre stand. the centre stand and at the Fuel can attack the material tank past the bottom edge of of the windscreen, which the filler neck. 5 becomes dull or unsightly. Recommended fuel Wipe off the windscreen immedi- 91 grade ately if it comes into contact with fuel. 98 ROZ/RON (Premium plus Leaded fuel will destroy the unleaded) catalytic converter. 95 ROZ/RON (Premium Use only unleaded fuel. unleaded (fuel grade, Open the fuel tank cap with usable with power- and

Make sure the ground is level Riding the ignition key by turning it z and firm and place the motor- consumption-related counter-clockwise. cycle on its stand. restrictions)) Open the protective cap. Usable fuel capacity

approx. 24 l

Reserve fuel

~4 l Press the fuel tank cap down Refuel with fuel of the grade firmly to close. stated below; do not fill the Remove the key and close the protective cap. Securing motorcycle Push the motorcycle onto the 5 for transportation transportation flat and hold it in position: do not place it on the 92 Make sure that all compon- side stand or centre stand. ents that might come into con- tact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are adequately protected against scratching. Z. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose. At the rear, secure the straps z Riding to the rear footrests on both sides and tighten the straps. Tighten all the straps uniformly; the motorcycle's suspension Risk of damaging compon- should be compressed as ents. tightly as possible front and Take care not to trap rear. components such as brake lines or wires. At the front, place the strap The motorcycle can topple over the frame and route it and fall on its side. downwards. Make sure that the motorcycle Feed the strap forwards cannot topple sideways. through the wheel carrier and tighten it downwards. Engineering details

Engineering details 6 Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ...... 94 93 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC ...... 96 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 98 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA II ...... 99

z Engineering details Brake system with How does ABS work? What are the effects of 6 BMW Motorrad Integral The amount of braking force that surface irregularities? 94 ABS can be transferred to the road Humps and surface irregular- depends on factors hat include ities can cause the wheels to Partially integral brakes the coefficient of friction of the lose contact temporarily with the Your motorcycle is equipped with road surface. Loose stones, ice road surface; if this happens the partially integral brakes. Both and snow or a wet road all have braking force that can be trans- front and rear brakes are applied much lower coefficients of fric- mitted to the road can drop to when you pull the handbrake tion than a clean, dry asphalt sur- zero. If the brakes are applied lever. The footbrake lever acts face. The lower the coefficient under these circumstances the only on the rear brake. of friction, the longer the braking ABS has to reduce braking force While the brakes are slowing the distance. to ensure that directional sta- motorcycle, the BMW Motorrad If the rider increases braking bility is maintained when the Integral ABS adapts braking-force pressure to the extent that brak- wheels regain contact with the distribution between front and ing force exceeds the maxim- road surface. At this instant the rear brakes to suit the load on um transferrable limit, the wheels BMW Motorrad Integral ABS the motorcycle. start to lock and the motorcycle must assume an extremely low z Engineering details The integral braking func- loses its directional stability; a fall coefficient of friction, so that the tion makes it very difficult is imminent. Before this situation wheels will continue to rotate un- to spin the rear wheel by opening can occur, ABS intervenes and der all imaginable circumstances, the throttle with the front brake adapts braking pressure to the because this is the precondition applied to keep the motorcycle maximum transferrable braking for ensuring directional stability. stationary (burn-out). Attempted force, so the wheels continue As soon as is registers the ac- burn-outs can result in damage to turn and directional stability tual circumstances, the system to the rear brake and the clutch. is maintained irrespective of the reacts instantly and adjusts brak- Do not attempt burn-outs. condition of the road surface. ing force accordingly to achieve Rear wheel lift What is the design optimum braking. Even under severe braking, a baseline for BMW 6 What feedback does the high level of tyre grip can mean Motorrad Integral ABS? 95 that the front wheel does not rider receive from the Within the limits imposed by lock up until very late, if at all. physics, the BMW Motorrad In- BMW Motorrad Integral Consequently, ABS does not in- tegral ABS ensures directional ABS? tervene until very late, if at all. stability on any surface. The sys- If the ABS system has to reduce Under these circumstances the tem is not optimised for special braking force on account of the rear wheel can lift off the ground, requirements that apply under circumstances described above, and the outcome can be a high- extreme competitive situations vibration is perceptible through siding situation in which the mo- off-road or on the track. the handbrake lever. torcycle can flip over. When the handbrake lever is Severe braking can cause Special situations pulled, brake pressure is also the rear wheel to lift off the The speeds of the front and rear built up at the rear wheel by ground. wheels are compared as one the integral function. If the When you brake, bear in mind means of detecting a wheel's brake pedal is depressed after that ABS control cannot be relied incipient tendency to lock. If the z Engineering details the handbrake lever is pulled, on in all circumstances to prevent system registers implausible val- the brake pressure built up the rear wheel from lifting clear of ues for a lengthy period the ABS beforehand is perceptible as the ground. function is deactivated for safety counter-pressure sooner than is reasons and an ABS fault mes- the case when the brake pedal is sage is issued. Self-diagnos- depressed either before or at the is has to complete before fault same time as the brake lever is messages can be issued. pulled. In addition to problems with the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, exceptional riding conditions can What significance momentum take over and even 6 lead to a fault message being devolves on regular BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is issued. maintenance? unable to counteract their effects. 96 Exceptional riding conditions: Invariably, a technical sys- Electronic engine tem cannot perform beyond Heating up with the motorcycle management with BMW the abilities dictated by its level on the centre stand or an auxil- of maintenance. Motorrad ASC iary stand, engine idling or with In order to ensure that the BMW a gear engaged. with Automatic Stability Con- Motorrad ABS is always main- OE Rear wheel locked by the en- trol tained in optimum condition, it gine brake for a lengthy period, is essential for you to comply How does ASC work? for example while descending strictly with the specified inspec- The BMW Motorrad ASC com- off-road. tion intervals. pares the speed of rotation of the If a fault message is issued on front wheel and the rear wheel. account of exceptional riding Reserves for safety The differential is used to com- conditions as outlined above, you The potentially shorter braking pute slip as a measure of the z Engineering details can reactivate the ABS function distances which BMW Motorrad reserves of stability available at by switching the ignition off and Integral ABS permits must not be the rear wheel. If slip exceeds a on again. used as an excuse for careless certain limit the electronic engine riding. ABS is primarily a means management system intervenes, of ensuring a safety margin in adapting engine torque accord- genuine emergencies. ingly. Take care when cornering. When you apply the brakes on a corner, the motorcycle's weight and What is the design conditions and adopting his or is has to complete before fault baseline for BMW her style of riding accordingly. messages can be issued. 6 Motorrad ASC? Do not take risks that would neg- The BMW Motorrad ASC can ate the additional safety offered shut down automatically under 97 BMW Motorrad ASC is designed by this system. the exceptional riding conditions as an assistant system for the outlined below. rider and for use on public roads. Special situations Exceptional riding The extent to which the rider af- conditions: fects ASC control can be consid- In accordance with the laws of erable (weight shifts when cor- physics, the ability to accelerate Riding for a lengthy period with nering, items of luggage loose is restricted more and more as the front wheel lifted off the on the motorcycle), especially the angle of heel increases. Con- ground (wheelie) and ASC de- when style of riding takes rider sequently, there can be a per- activated. and machine close to the limits ceptible lag in acceleration out of Rear wheel rotating with the imposed by physics. The system very tight bends. motorcycle held stationary by is not optimised for special re- applying the front brake (burn- The speeds of the front and quirements that apply under ex- out). rear wheels are compared as Heating up with the motorcycle treme competitive situations off- Engineering details one means of detecting the rear z road or on the track. You have on the centre stand or an auxil- wheel's incipient tendency to the option of deactivating the iary stand, engine idling or with spin or slip sideways. If the sys- BMW Motorrad ASC system for a gear engaged. tem registers implausible values these circumstances. for a lengthy period the ASC Accelerating the motorcycle to Even ASC is constrained by function is deactivated for safety a speed in excess of 10 km/h the laws of physics. Invari- reasons and an ASC fault mes- after switching the ignition off ably, the rider bears responsibil- sage is issued. Self-diagnos- and then on again reactivates the ity for assessing road and traffic ASC. If the front wheel lifts clear of the Tyre pressure ferent sets of wheels with RDC 6 ground under severe accelera- monitoring RDC sensors can be alternated on tion, the ASC reduces engine the motorcycle. An error mes- 98 torque until the front wheel re- with tyre pressure monitoring sage is issued if wheels without gains contact with the ground. (RDC) OE sensors are fitted to a motorcycle equipped with an RDC control Under these circumstances, Function BMW Motorrad recommends unit. rolling the throttle slightly closed A sensor integrated into each so as to restore stability with the tyre measures the air temperat- Tyre-pressure ranges least possible delay. ure and the air pressure inside The RDC control unit differenti- the tyre and transmits this in- ates between three tyre-pressure When riding on a slippery sur- formation to the control unit. ranges, all of which are paramet- face, never snap the throttle Each sensor has a centrifugal- erised for the motorcycle: twistgrip fully closed without force tripswitch that does not Tyre pressure within permitted pulling the clutch at the same enable transmission of the meas- tolerance. time. Engine braking torque can ured values until the motorcycle Tyre pressure close to limit of cause the rear wheel to lock, with has accelerated to about 30 km/ permitted tolerance. z Engineering details a corresponding loss of stability. h. The display shows -- for Tyre pressure outside permit- The BWM Motorrad ASC is un- each tyre until the tyre-pressure ted tolerance. able to control a situation of this signal is received for the first nature. time. The sensors continue to Temperature transmit the measured-value sig- compensation nals for approximately 15 minutes The tyre-pressure readings after the motorcycle comes to a shown by the multifunction stop. display are temperature- The control unit can adminis- compensated; the reference tyre trate four sensors, so two dif- temperature for these readings 2.4 bar. You must now increase istics on both spring struts and is always 20 °C. The air lines tyre pressure by the 0.2 bar dif- the spring rate on the rear spring 6 available to the public in petrol ference between the value in the strut are also adjusted. This al- stations and motorway service table and the RDC reading; when lows the suspension to be very 99 areas almost invariably show the air-line gauge shows 2.6 bar, accurately adapted to all riding temperature-dependent tyre the tyre is inflated to the correct conditions, even when the motor- pressures, so in most instances pressure. cycle is in motion. these gauge readings will not The combination of spring tally with the readings shown by Electronic Suspension mount, suspension and spring the multifunction display. Adjustment ESA II rate ensure that the suspension geometry is always perfectly with Electronic Suspension Ad- Pressure adaptation adjusted. justment (ESA II) OE Compare the RDC readings The static normal position is on the multifunction display Suspension adjustments almost maintained even while with the value in the table on riding. Depending on the load on the the inside cover of the Rider's The different riding conditions motorcycle, the appropriate load Manual. Then use the air line to and load statuses are com-

status must first be selected z Engineering details compensate for the difference pensated, so that the handling when the motorcycle is station- between the RDC reading and of the motorcycle remains con- ary. The damping characterist- the value in the table. stant. ics on both spring struts and the Example: According to the Rider- spring mount and the spring rate It is possible to change the 's Manual, tyre pressure should on the rear spring strut are ad- spring rate electronically by be 2.5 bar, but the reading in the justed on the basis of the rid- combining a conventional coil multifunction display is 2.3 bar, ing mode that is then selected. spring and a plastic element so pressure is low by 0.2 bar. If the selected driving mode is (Elastogran), the lateral expansion The gauge on the air line shows changed, the damping character- of which can be restricted 6 electro-hydraulically using a displaceable sleeve. The 100 more the sleeve encloses the plastic element, the more the expansion of the plastic element is restricted, causing the spring rate to increase. The maximum spring rate is achieved when the sleeve completely encloses the plastic element and rests on the steel spring. By the same token, the spring rate decreases when the sleeve allows the plastic element to expand further.

z Engineering details Accessories

Accessories 7 General instructions...... 102 101 Power socket ...... 102 Luggage ...... 103 Case ...... 104 Topcase ...... 106

z Accessories General instructions without constituting a safety haz- Power socket ard. Country-specific official au- 7 BMW Motorrad recommends thorisation does not suffice as Ratings the use of parts and accessories 102 assurance. Tests conducted by for your motorcycle that are ap- these instances cannot make proved by BMW for this purpose. provision for all operating con- Genuine BMW parts and ac- ditions experienced by BMW mo- cessories and other products torcycles and, consequently, they which BMW has approved can are not sufficient in some circum- be obtained from your authorised stances. BMW Motorrad dealer, together Use only parts and accessor- with expert advice on their install- ies approved by BMW for your ation and use. motorcycle. These parts and products have The supply to the socket 1 is cut z Accessories off automatically if battery voltage been tested by BMW for safety, Whenever you are planning is too low or the load exceeds function and suitability. BMW modifications, comply with all the maximum rating. accepts product liability for them. the legal requirements. Make sure that the motorcycle does Conversely, BMW is unable to Operating electrical not infringe national road-vehicle accept any liability whatsoever accessories for parts and accessories which it construction and use regulations. has not approved. You can start using electrical ac- cessories only when the ignition BMW Motorrad cannot is switched on. The accessory assess each non-BMW remains operational if the ignition product to determine wheth- is subsequently switched off. In er it can be used on or in con- order to ensure that the drain on nection with BMW motorcycles the on-board power supply sys- tem is minimised, the supply to Luggage Payload of cases the power socket is cut off ap- 7 proximately 15 minutes after the Correct loading 103 ignition is switched off, and it is Overloading and imbal- }8 kg also temporarily interrupted dur- anced loads can adversely ing the start procedure. affect the motorcycle's handling. Maximum permissible Do not exceed the permissible speed for riding with Cable routing gross weight and be sure to cases fitted to the motorcycle The cables from the power sock- comply with the instructions on et to the auxiliary device must be loading. }180 km/h routed in such a way that they: with large topcase OA Set spring preload, damping or Do not impede the rider characteristic and tyre pres- OA Do not restrict or obstruct the sures to suit total weight. with small topcase

z Accessories steering angle and handling Ensure that the case volumes Note the maximum permiss- characteristics on the left and right are equal. ible payload of the topcase and Cannot be trapped Make sure that the weight is the speed limit for riding with a topcase on the motorcycle. Incorrectly routed cables uniformly distributed between can impede the rider. right and left. Payload of topcase Route the cables as described Pack heavy items at the bot- above. tom and toward the inboard side. with small topcase OA Note the maximum permissible }5 kg payload of the cases and the with large topcase OA speed limit for riding with cases on the motorcycle. }10 kg Lever 2 pops up. Maximum permissible Case Pull the release lever up. 7 speed for riding with top- Opening cases The lid of the case opens. 104 case fitted to the motorcycle }180 km/h Closing cases

with tank rucksack OA Note the maximum permissible payload of the tank rucksack. Payload of tank rucksack

max 5 kg Turn the key to the OPEN pos- z Accessories ition in the case lock. The case is unlocked. Pull release lever 2 all the way up. Close the lid of the case and press it down. Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case.

Press lock barrel 1. Removing the case The case is released and can be removed. 7 Installing cases 105 Pull the handle up as far as it will go.

Push release lever 2 down. The release lever engages. Turn the key to the RELEASE Turn the key to the LOCK pos- position in the case lock. ition in the case lock. The handle pops out. z Accessories The case is closed.

Seat the case in holders 4.

Pull handle 3 out and then pull it up as far as it will go. Opening topcase Pull the release lever up. 7 The lid of the topcase opens. 106 Closing topcase

Push handle 3 down until it engages. Turn the key to the OPEN pos- The case is correctly engaged ition in the topcase lock. on its holders. The topcase is unlocked. z Accessories Turn the key to the LOCK pos- Pull release lever 2 all the way ition in the case lock. up. The case is closed. Close the lid of the topcase Check that the case is secure. and press it down. Check that nothing is trapped between the Topcase lid and the case. with large topcase OA or with small topcase OA

Press lock barrel 1. Lever 2 pops up. 7 107

Push release lever 2 down. Pull handle 3 up as far as it will Hook the topcase into position The release lever engages. go. on the luggage carrier. Make Turn the key to the LOCK pos- Lift the topcase at the rear and sure that hooks 4 are securely ition in the topcase lock. pull it off the luggage carrier. seated in the corresponding

z Accessories The topcase is locked. keepers 5. Installing topcase Removing topcase Pull the handle up as far as it Turn the key to the RELEASE will go. position in the topcase lock. The handle pops out. 7 108

Push handle 3 down until it engages. The topcase is correctly en- gaged on its carrier. z Accessories Turn the key to the LOCK pos- ition in the topcase lock. The topcase is locked. Check that the topcase is se- cure. Maintenance

Maintenance 8 General instructions...... 110 109 Toolkit ...... 110 Engine oil ...... 111 Brake system ...... 113 Brake pads ...... 113 Brake fluid ...... 115 Clutch ...... 117

Tyres ...... 118 z Maintenance Rims ...... 118 Wheels ...... 118 Front-wheel stand ...... 127 Bulbs ...... 128 Jump starting ...... 134 Battery ...... 135 General instructions Toolkit 2 Torx bit, T25 Replacing brake-light, 8 The Maintenance chapter de- Toolkit rear-light and rear-indic- scribes straightforward proced- 110 ator bulbs ( 133). ures for checking and replacing Remove the battery- certain wear parts. compartment cover Special tightening torques are lis- ( 138). ted as applicable. The tightening 3 Torx wrench, T45 torques for the threaded fasten- ers on your motorcycle are listed Adjusting handlebar in the section entitled "Technical height data". You will find information on more On-board toolkit service extensive maintenance and repair 1 Reversible-blade screw- kit

Maintenance driver with star-head and z work in the Repair Manual on with service toolkit OA plain tips DVD for your motorcycle, which is available from your authorised Adjusting damping for BMW Motorrad dealer. rear wheel ( 72). Replacing front turn in- Some of the work calls for spe- dicator bulbs ( 131). cial tools and a thorough know- Removing battery ledge of motorcycle technology. ( 137). If you are in doubt consult a spe- cialist workshop, preferably your authorised BMW Motorrad deal- er. 6 Adapter that the engine will be operated To accommodate the 1/ with the incorrect quantity of oil. 8 4" bits and the 9x12 mm In order to ensure that the en- and the 3/8" universal-joint gine oil level is read correctly, 111 adapter check the oil level only after a lengthy trip. Engine oil Check that the engine is at op- Checking engine oil level erating temperature, make sure the ground is level and firm 1 Extending tool holder The engine can seize if the and place the motorcycle on its holds all tools by means of oil level is low, and this can centre stand. adapters, and for removing lead to accidents. Allow the engine to idle for one the spark plug Always make sure that the oil minute. level is correct. 2 1/4" bits Switching off ignition z Maintenance Bits of various sizes Oil can collect in the sump Remove the front seat ( 78). 3 3/8" adapter for socket- if the motorcycle is out of Wipe the area around the oil head screws, w/f 22 use for an extended period of filler neck clean. for removing the quick- time; this oil has to be pumped release axle from the front into the oil tank before the level wheel is read. The engine oil must be 4 Electric torch at operating temperature to do 5 Socket this. Checking the oil level with Open-ended spanners of the engine cold or after no more various sizes than a short ride will lead to mis- interpretation; this in turn, means Seat the oil dipstick on the oil If the oil level is below the MIN 8 filler neck, but do not engage mark: the threads. Top up the engine oil. 112 Remove the oil dipstick and check the oil level. If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Remove oil filler cap 1 by turn- ing it counter-clockwise. Install the oil dipstick. Installing front seat ( 78).

z Maintenance Topping up engine oil Remove the front seat ( 78). Engine oil, specified level Wipe the area around the filler neck clean.

between min and max marks (Seat the oil dipstick on the oil filler neck, but do not en- Use a dry cloth to wipe oil dip- gage the threads.) stick 2 clean Brake system The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. Reliability 8 Press the footbrake lever. 113 A fully functional brake system is The pressure point must be a basic requirement for the road clearly perceptible. safety of your motorcycle. Do not ride the motorcycle if you Brake pads have any doubts about the de- pendability of the brake system. Checking front brake pad Under these circumstances have thickness Remove cap of oil filler neck 1 the brake system checked by a Brake pads worn past the by turning it counter-clockwise. specialist workshop, preferably minimum permissible thick- Damage to the engine an authorised BMW Motorrad ness can cause a reduction in can result if it is operated dealer. braking efficiency and under z Maintenance without enough oil, but the same certain circumstances they can also applies if the oil level is too Incorrect working practices cause damage to the brake sys- high. endanger the reliability of tem. Always make sure that the oil the brakes. In order to ensure the dependab- level is correct. Have all work on the brake sys- ility of the brake system, do not tem performed by a specialist Top up the engine oil to the permit the brake pads to wear workshop, preferably an author- specified level. past the minimum permissible ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking engine oil level thickness. ( 111). Check operation of the Make sure the ground is level Install cap of oil filler neck 1 brakes and firm and place the motor- and turn it clockwise to close. cycle on its stand. Installing front seat ( 78). Pull the handbrake lever. Checking rear brake pad 8 thickness 114 Brake pads worn past the minimum permissible thick- ness can cause a reduction in braking efficiency and under certain circumstances they can cause damage to the brake sys- tem. Visually inspect the left and Brake-pad wear limit, In order to ensure the dependab- right brake pads to ascertain front ility of the brake system, do not their thickness. Viewing direc- permit the brake pads to wear tion: Between wheel and front min 1 mm (Friction pad only, past the minimum permissible z Maintenance suspension toward brake cal- without backing plate. The thickness. liper 1. wear indicators (grooves) Make sure the ground is level must be clearly visible.) and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. If the wear indicating mark is no longer clearly visible: Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Brake fluid Checking brake-fluid 8 level, front brakes 115 Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Move the handlebars to the straight-ahead position. Visually inspect the brake pads Brake-pad wear limit, rear to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: from the right toward brake calliper 1. min 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. z Maintenance Make sure that the brake disc is not visible through the bore in the inboard brake pad.) A low fluid level in the If the brake disc is visible: brake reservoir can allow air Have the brake pads replaced to penetrate the brake system. by a specialist workshop, This significantly reduces braking preferably an authorised BMW efficiency. Motorrad dealer. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals. Check the brake fluid level in If the brake fluid level drops be- 8 brake fluid reservoir 1. low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as 116 The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir drops quickly as possible by a spe- as the brake pads wear. cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes A low fluid level in the Make sure the ground is level brake reservoir can allow air and firm and place the motor- to penetrate the brake system. cycle on its centre stand. This significantly reduces braking z Maintenance Remove the rear seat ( 77). efficiency. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals. Brake fluid level, front Check the brake fluid level in brake fluid reservoir 1. DOT4 brake fluid The brake fluid level in the Do not permit the brake fluid brake fluid reservoir drops level to drop below the MIN as the brake pads wear. mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal, motorcycle up- right and handlebars centred) authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 8 Installing rear seat ( 79). 117 Clutch Checking clutch operation Pull the clutch lever. The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. Check the clutch fluid level in Brake fluid level, rear If the pressure point is not clearly clutch fluid reservoir 1. perceptible: Wear of the clutch causes DOT4 brake fluid Have the clutch checked by a the fluid level in the clutch

specialist workshop, preferably z Maintenance Do not permit the brake fluid fluid reservoir to rise. an authorised BMW Motorrad level to drop below the MIN dealer. mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir Clutch-fluid level (visual inspection) horizontal, motorcycle up- Checking the clutch fluid right) level Do not permit the clutch flu- Make sure the ground is level id level to drop. If the brake fluid level drops be- and firm and place the motor- low the permitted level: If the fluid level drops: cycle on its centre stand. Have the defect rectified as Unsuitable hydraulic fluids Move the handlebars to the quickly as possible by a spe- could cause damage to the straight-ahead position. cialist workshop, preferably an clutch system. Do not attempt to top up the Make sure the ground is level Visually inspect the rims for 8 system with fluids of any kind. and firm and place the motor- defects. cycle on its stand. Have damaged rims checked 118 Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- Measure the tyre tread depth and, if necessary, replaced by a cialist workshop, preferably in the main tread grooves with specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad wear marks. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Tyres have wear indicators dealer. integrated into the main The clutch system is filled Wheels with a special hydraulic tread grooves. The tyre is worn fluid that does not have to be out when the tyre tread has worn Tyre recommendation changed. down to the level of the marks. For each size of tyre BMW The locations of the marks are Motorrad tests and classifies Tyres indicated on the edge of the tyre, as roadworthy certain makes. z Maintenance e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or by Checking tyre tread depth BMW Motorrad cannot assess an arrow. the suitability or provide any Your motorcycle's handling If the tyre tread is worn to minim- guarantee of road safety for other and grip can be impaired um: tyres. even before the tyres wear to Replace tyre or tyres, as applic- BMW Motorrad recommends the minimum tyre tread depth able. using only tyres tested by BMW permitted by law. Motorrad. Have the tyres changed in good Rims You can obtain detailed informa- time before they wear to the Checking rims tion from your authorised BMW minimum permissible tread Motorrad dealer or on the Inter- depth. Make sure the ground is level net at www.bmw-motorrad.com. and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Effect of wheel size ant to consult a specialist work- cialist workshop that the wheel is on suspension-control shop beforehand, preferably an fitted with an RDC sensor. 8 systems authorised BMW Motorrad deal- If the motorcycle is equipped er. In some cases, the data pro- 119 Wheel size is very important as with RDC, each wheel rim bears grammed into the control units a parameter for the suspension- an adhesive label indicating the can be changed to suit the new control systems ABS and ASC. position of the RDC sensor. wheel sizes. In particular, the diameter and the When changing the tyre, take width of a motorcycle's wheels RDC label care not to damage the RDC are programmed into the control sensor. Be sure to draw the with tyre pressure monitoring unit and are fundamental to all attention of the authorised BMW (RDC) OE calculations. Any change in these Motorrad dealer or specialist influencing variables, caused for workshop to the fact that the example by a switch to wheels wheel is fitted with an RDC other than those installed ex- sensor. z Maintenance works, can have serious effects on the performance of the con- Remove the front wheel trol systems. Make sure the ground is level The sensor rings are essential and firm and place the motor- for correct road-speed calcula- cycle on its centre stand. tion, and they too must match the motorcycle's control sys- tems and consequently cannot Incorrect tyre-removal pro- be changed. cedures can result in dam- age to the RDC sensors. If you decide that you would like to fit non-standard wheels to Be sure to notify the authorised your motorcycle, it is very import- BMW Motorrad dealer or spe- Mask off the parts of the wheel Remove securing screws 2 of 8 rim that could be scratched in the left and right brake calipers. the process of removing the 120 brake calipers.

Remove screws 1 on left and right. Pull the front-wheel cover for- ward to remove. Force the brake pads 3 slightly

z Maintenance apart by rocking brake cal- Once the calipers have liper 4 back and forth against been removed, there is brake disc 5. a risk of the brake pads being Carefully pull the brake calipers pressed together to the extent back and out until clear of the that they cannot be slipped back brake discs. over the brake disc on reas- When removing the left brake sembly. caliper, take care not to dam- Do not operate the handbrake age the ABS sensor cable. lever when the brake calipers Unclip the two retaining clips 1 have been removed. holding the ABS sensor cable to the brake line. Remove right-hand axle clamp- ing screw 2. 8 Remove quick-release axle 3, while supporting the wheel. 121 Lower the front wheel to the ground between the front forks. Take care not to dam- age the ABS sensor when rolling out the front wheel. Remove screw 1 and remove The left axle clamping Note the ABS sensor when the ABS sensor from its bore. screw locates the threaded rolling out the front wheel. Raise front of motorcycle until bush in the front suspension. Roll the front wheel forward to the front wheel can turn freely. If the threaded bush is not remove. BMW Motorrad recommends correctly aligned the gap z Maintenance the BMW Motorrad front-wheel between the ABS sensor ring Installing front wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle. and the ABS sensor will not be Possible malfunctions when Installing front-wheel stand correct and this can cause the ABS and ASC systems in- ( 127). ABS to malfunction or allow the tervene if non-standard wheels ABS sensor to be damaged. are installed. In order to ensure that the See the information on the effect threaded bush remains correctly of wheel size on the ABS and aligned, do not slacken or ASC systems at the start of this remove the left axle camping chapter. screw. Threaded fasteners not 8 tightened to the specified torque can work loose or their 122 threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. The front wheel must be installed right way round to Raise the front wheel, insert Insert the ABS sensor into its rotate in the correct direction. quick-release axle 3 and tight- bore and install screw 1. Note the direction-of-rotation ar- en to specified torque. rows on the tyre or the wheel Ease the brake calipers on to Quick-release axle in z Maintenance rim. the brake discs. threaded bush Roll the front wheel into posi- tion between the front forks. 50 Nm Tighten right axle clamping screw 2 to the specified tight- ening torque. Clamping bolt in wheel carrier

19 Nm Remove the front-wheel stand. 8 123

Install securing screws 2 on Clip on the two retaining Hold the front-wheel cover in left and right and tighten to clips 1 holding the ABS sensor position and install bolts 1 on specified tightening torque. cable to the brake line. left and right. Remove the adhesive tape Front brake caliper to from the wheel rim. Removing rear wheel z Maintenance wheel carrier Firmly pull the handbrake lever Make sure the ground is level 30 Nm until the pressure point is per- and firm and place the motor- ceptible, and repeat this opera- cycle on its centre stand. tion several times. 8 124

Remove screw 1 from silencer Slacken bolt 3 on the clamp Remove bolt 4 on the rear cover 2. so that the clamp can just be footrest while supporting the Pull the cover to the rear to turned. end silencer. remove. Do not remove the sealing z Maintenance grease from the clamp.

First turn the end silencer slightly downwards and then turn it out. Engage first gear. ASC systems at the start of this chapter. 8 Threaded fasteners not 125 tightened to the specified torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Fit five bolts 1 and tighten to the specified torque in diagon- Roll the rear wheel into position Remove five bolts 1 from the ally opposite sequence. at the rear-wheel adapter and rear wheel, while supporting attach it. Rear wheel to wheel the wheel. z Maintenance Lower the rear wheel to the flange ground and roll it out to the Tightening sequence: tight- rear. en in diagonally opposite se- Installing rear wheel quence Possible malfunctions when 60 Nm ABS and ASC systems in- Turn the end silencer to its tervene if non-standard wheels initial position. are installed. See the information on the effect of wheel size on the ABS and Tighten bolt 3 of the clamp to 8 the specified tightening torque. 126 Silencer with ball-joint clamp on manifold

35 Nm Seat silencer cover in mount 4.

Fit bolt 4 on the rear footrest Arrange the end silencer and tighten to the specified so that the handle of the tightening torque. reversible-blade screwdriver (toolkit) can fit between the Silencer to rear footrest z Maintenance wheel and the end silencer.

22 Nm

Install screw 1.

Position the clamp as shown. Front-wheel stand Installing front-wheel 8 stand 127 The BMW Motorrad front wheel stand is not designed to support motorcycles not fitted with a centre stand or without other auxiliary stands. A motor- cycle resting only on the front Slacken adjusting screws 1. There is a risk of damaging wheel stand and the rear wheel Push the two pins 2 apart un- the sensor ring of the BMW can topple. til the front suspension fits Motorrad Integral ABS. Place the motorcycle on its between them. Push the left pin in just far centre stand or another auxiliary Use locating pins 3 to set the enough to ensure that it clears z Maintenance stand before lifting the front front-wheel stand to the de- the sensor ring. wheel with the BMW Motorrad sired height. front-wheel stand. Push both mounting pins 2 Centre the front-wheel stand through the triangles of the Use basic stand with tool num- relative to the front wheel and brake caliper anchorages just ber (0 402 241) in combina- push it against the front axle. far enough to allow the front tion with front-wheel adapter wheel to be rolled between (0 402 243). them. Make sure the ground is level Tighten adjusting screws 1. and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand. Bulbs in the section entitled "Technical data". 8 General instructions 128 A warning appears in the multi- Do not touch the glass of function display if a bulb is de- new bulbs with your fingers. fective. If the brake or rear light Use a clean, dry cloth to hold fails, the symbol is accompan- the bulbs when handling them. ied by the 'General' warning light, Dirt deposits, in particular oil and which lights up yellow. grease, interfere with heat radi- ation from the bulb. This leads If the motorcycle is on the A defective bulb places to overheating and shortens the centre stand and is raised your safety at risk because bulb's operating life. too far, the centre stand will lift it is easier for other users to clear of the ground and the mo- oversee the motorcycle. Replace xenon bulb z Maintenance torcycle could topple to one side. Replace defective bulbs as with Xenon light OE When raising the motorcycle, soon as possible; always carry a make sure that the centre stand complete set of spare bulbs if Xenon lights operate with remains on the ground. possible. high voltage; incorrect working procedures can result in Apply uniform pressure to push The bulb is pressurised and can cause injury if dam- fatalities. the front-wheel stand down Have all work on the xenon light and raise the motorcycle. aged. Wear protective goggles and system, including bulb replace- gloves when changing bulbs. ment, performed by a specialist workshop, preferably by an au- The types of bulb fitted to thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. your motorcycle are listed For the time being, ride with Swing the cover back and the high-beam headlight remove. 8 switched on. In order not to dazzle oncom- 129 ing traffic, set the headlight beam throw adjuster to the po- sition for riding with maximum payload. Have the bulb replaced as soon as possible by a specialist Turn the covers 1 of the high- workshop, preferably a BMW beam headlight anti-clockwise Motorrad authorised dealer. and remove. Disconnect plug 3. Replacing low-beam and OE without Xenon light z Maintenance high-beam headlight bulb The plug arrangement can differ from the illustration, depending on the bulb to be replaced. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition. Remove the cover 2 of the Release spring clip 4 at left low-beam headlight by pushing and right and swing it up. locking lever 3 downwards. Remove bulb 5. Replace the defective bulb. 8 Bulbs for the low-beam 130 headlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W with Xenon light OE D1R / 35 W

Bulb for high-beam headlight Engage spring clip 4 in the Fit high-beam headlight cov- catch on left and right. ers 1 or low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W cover 2.

z Maintenance Replacing parking-light bulb Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition.

Close plug 3. Install bulb 5, making sure that tab 6 is correctly positioned. 8 131

Remove left side light bulb Remove bulb 3 from the bulb Insert bulb 3 into the bulb socket 1 by turning it anti- holder. socket. clockwise. Install bulb socket in the ap- Replace the defective bulb. propriate place by turning it

Bulb for parking light clockwise. z Maintenance Replacing front turn W5W / 12 V / 5 W indicator bulbs Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition.

Remove right side light bulb socket 2 by turning it anti- clockwise. Turn bulb holder 3 counter- 8 clockwise to remove it from the bulb housing. 132

Remove screw 1. Press bulb 4 into socket 3 and Pull the bulb housing forward turn it clockwise to install. to remove

z Maintenance Press bulb 4 into bulb socket 3 and remove by turning it anti- clockwise.

Replace the defective bulb Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front

P21W / 12 V / 21 W Turn bulb socket 3 clockwise Disconnect plug 2. to install it in the bulb housing. Connect plug 2. wise to remove it from the bulb housing. 8 133

Seat the bulb housing in the Remove screws 1. fairing. Pull the bulb housing to the Install screw 1. rear until it is clear of the hold- ers. Press bulb 4 into socket 5 and

Replacing brake-light, remove by turning it anti-clock- z Maintenance rear-light and rear- wise. indicator bulbs Replace the defective bulb. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Bulb for tail light/brake cycle on its stand. light Switch off the ignition. P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear Turn bulb socket 2 (indicator bulb) or bulb socket 3 (brake- P21W / 12 V / 21 W light/rear-light bulb) anti-clock- Jump starting 8 The wires leading to the 134 power socket do not have a load-capacity rating adequate for jump-starting the engine. Ex- cessively high current can lead to a cable fire or damage to the vehicle electronics. Do not use the on-board socket Press bulb 4 into socket 5 and Seat the bulb housing in hold- to jump-start the engine of the turn it clockwise to install. ers 6. Make sure that the wires motorcycle. are not trapped. Touching live parts of the ignition system with the z Maintenance engine running can cause electric shock. Do not touch parts of the igni- tion system when the engine is running. A short-circuit can res- ult if the crocodile clips Turn bulb socket 2 (indicator of the jump leads are accident- bulb) or bulb socket 3 (brake- Install screws 1. ally brought into contact with the light/rear-light bulb) clockwise motorcycle. to install it in the bulb housing. Use only jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at terminal of the donor battery, Battery both ends. and the other end to the neg- Maintenance instructions 8 Jump-starting with a donor- ative terminal of the discharged battery. Correct upkeep, recharging and 135 battery voltage higher than storage will prolong the life of 12 V can damage the vehicle Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery the battery and are essential if electronics. warranty claims are to be con- Make sure that the battery of the in the usual way; if the en- gine does not start, wait a few sidered. donor vehicle has a voltage rating Compliance with the points be- of 12 V. minutes before repeating the attempt in order to protect the low is important in order to max- When jump-starting the engine, starter motor and the donor imise battery life: do not disconnect the battery battery. Keep the surface of the battery from the on-board electrical Allow both engines to idle for a clean and dry system. few minutes before disconnect- Do not open the battery z Maintenance Remove the battery-compart- ing the jump leads. Do not top up with water ment cover ( 138). Disconnect the jump lead from Be sure to read and comply Run the engine of the donor the negative terminals first, with the instructions for char- vehicle during jump-starting. then disconnect the second ging the battery on the follow- Begin by connecting one end lead from the positive termin- ing pages of the red jump lead to the als. Do not turn the battery upside positive terminal of the dis- Installing battery-compartment down charged battery and the other cover ( 138). end to the positive terminal of If the battery is not discon- the donor battery. nected, the on-board elec- Then connect one end of the tronics (e.g. clock, etc.) gradually black jump lead to the negative drain the battery. This can cause the battery to run flat. If this hap- pens, warranty claims will not be Charging battery when Only chargers suitable for 8 accepted. connected this mode of charging can If the motorcycle is to be out of be used to recharge the battery Charging the connected 136 use for more than four weeks, via the on-board socket. Unsuit- battery directly at the bat- disconnect the battery or con- able chargers could cause dam- tery terminals can damage the nect a suitable trickle charger to age to the motorcycle's on-board vehicle electronics. the battery. electrics. Always disconnect the battery Use BMW chargers with the BMW Motorrad has de- from the on-board circuits be- part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 veloped a float charger spe- fore recharging it with a charger (220 V) or, as applicable, cially designed for compatibility connected directly to the battery 71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If with the electronics of your mo- posts. torcycle. Using this charger, you you are in doubt, disconnect If you switch on the igni- can keep the battery charged the battery from the on-board tion and the multifunction systems and connect the charger z Maintenance during long periods of disuse, display and telltale lights fail to without having to disconnect the directly to the battery. light up, the battery is completely battery from the motorcycle's Charge via the power sock- flat. Attempting to charge a com- on-board systems. You can ob- et, with the battery connected pletely flat battery via the on- tain additional information from to the motorcycle's on-board board socket can cause damage your authorised BMW Motorrad electrical system. to the motorcycle's electronics. dealer. If a battery has discharged to the The motorcycle's on-board extent that it is completely flat, it electronics know when the has to be disconnected from the battery is fully charged. The on-board circuits and charged on-board socket is switched off with the charger connected dir- when this happens. ectly to the battery posts. Comply with the operating in- for caring for your battery. Al- Then disconnect positive structions of the charger. ways fully recharge the battery lead 2. 8 If you are unable to charge before restoring it to use Remove screws 3 and push retaining bracket to the rear. 137 the battery through the on- Removing battery board socket, you may be using Lift the battery up and out; a charger that is not compatible Remove the battery-compart- work it slightly back and forth with your motorcycle's electron- ment cover ( 138). if it is difficult to remove. ics. If this happens, disconnect Installing battery the battery from the on-board systems and connect the charger Place the battery in the battery directly to the battery. compartment, positive termin- al on the right in the forward Charging battery when direction of travel.

disconnected z Maintenance Charge the battery using a suitable charger. Comply with the operating in- structions of the charger. Disconnection in the wrong Once the battery is fully sequence increases the risk charged, disconnect the of short-circuits. charger's terminal clips from Always proceed in the correct the battery terminals. sequence. The battery has to be re- Disconnect negative lead 1 Slip the battery retainer charged at regular intervals first. over the battery and install in the course of a lengthy period screws 3. of disuse. See the instructions Installation in the wrong Remove the battery- Installing battery- 8 sequence increases the risk compartment cover compartment cover of short-circuits. 138 Make sure the ground is level Always proceed in the correct and firm and place the motor- sequence. cycle on its stand. Connect battery positive lead 2 first. The connect battery negative lead 1. If the battery was discon- nected from the motorcycle for a prolonged period of time Seat the battery-compartment it will be necessary to enter the cover in mounts 2 and close. z Maintenance current date in the instrument panel, in order to ensure that the service-due indicator functions Remove screws 1. correctly. Lift the battery compartment If you want to have the date set cover up and back to remove. consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Installing battery-compartment cover ( 138). Install screws 1. Setting clock ( 53). Care

Care 9 Care products ...... 140 139 Washing motorcycle ...... 140 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents...... 140 Paint care ...... 141

Protective wax coating ...... 142 z Care Laying up motorcycle ...... 142 Restoring motorcycle to use ...... 142 Care products painted parts prior to washing Use only cold water to wash off the motorcycle. road salt. 9 BMW Motorrad recommends To prevent stains, do not wash that you use the cleaning and The high pressure of steam 140 the motorcycle immediately after care products you can obtain cleaners can damage seals, it has been exposed to strong from your authorised BMW the hydraulic brake system, the sunlight and do not wash it in the Motorrad dealer. The substances electrical system, and the seat. sun. in BMW CareProducts have been Do not use a steam jet or high- Make sure that the motorcycle tested in laboratories and in pressure cleaning equipment. is washed frequently, especially practice; they provide optimised z Care during the winter months. care and protection for the Cleaning easily materials used in your vehicle. To remove road salt, clean the motorcycle with cold water im- damaged components The use of unsuitable mediately after every trip. Plastics cleaning and care products Clean plastic parts with water can damage vehicle components. After the motorcycle has been washed, ridden and BMW plastic care emulsion. Do not use solvents such as cel- through water or ridden in This includes in particular: lulose thinners, cold cleaners, the rain, the brake discs and Windscreen and slipstream de- fuel or the like, and do not use pads might be wet and the flectors cleaning products that contain brakes might not take effect Headlight lens made of plastic alcohol. immediately. Glass cover of the instrument Washing motorcycle Apply the brakes in good time cluster until the brakes have dried out. Black, unpainted parts BMW Motorrad recommends that you use BMW insect re- Warm water intensifies the If plastic parts are cleaned mover to soften and wash off effect of salt. using unsuitable cleaning insects and stubborn dirt on agents, the surfaces can be dam- Chrome Do not use silicone sprays or aged. Use plenty of water and BMW other care products that contain 9 Do not use cleaning agents that silicon. shampoo to clean chrome, par- 141 contain alcohol, solvents or ab- ticularly if it has been exposed to rasives to clean plastic parts. road salt. Use chrome polish for Paint care Even fly-remover pads or clean- additional treatment. Washing the motorcycle regularly ing pads with hard surfaces can will help counteract the long-term produce scratches. Radiator effects of substances that dam- Soften stubborn dirt and Clean the radiator regularly to age the paint, especially if your insects by covering the af- prevent overheating of the en- motorcycle is ridden in areas z Care fected areas with a wet cloth. gine due to inadequate cooling. with high air pollution or natural For example, use a garden hose sources of dirt, for example tree Windscreen with low water pressure. resin or pollen. Clean off dirt and insects with a Cooling fins can be bent Remove particularly aggressive soft sponge and plenty of water. easily. substances immediately, how- ever, as otherwise the paint can Fuel and chemical solvents Take care not to bend the fins be affected or become discol- attack the material of the when cleaning the radiator. oured. Substances of this nature windscreen; the windscreen be- include spilt fuel, oil, grease, comes opaque or dull. Rubber brake fluid and bird droppings. Do not use cleaning agents. Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber-care We recommend BMW vehicle products. polish or BMW paint cleaner for this purpose. Using silicone sprays for Marks on the paintwork are par- the care of rubber seals can ticularly easy to see after the cause damage. motorcycle has been washed. Remove stains of this kind im- side stand pivots with a suit- Before starting: work through 9 mediately, using cleaning-grade able lubricant. the checklist. benzene or petroleum spirit on a Coat bright metal and chrome- 142 clean cloth or ball of cotton wool. plated parts with an acid-free BMW Motorrad recommends grease (e.g. Vaseline). BMW tar remover for removing Stand the motorcycle in a dry specks of tar. Remember to wax room in such a way that there the parts treated in this way. is no load on either wheel. Before laying the vehicle z Care Protective wax coating up out of use, have the en- BMW Motorrad recommends gine oil and the oil filter element applying only BMW car wax or changed by a specialist work- products containing carnauba shop, preferably an authorised wax or synthetic wax. BMW Motorrad dealer. Com- It is time to rewax the paint- bine work for laying up/restoring work when water "puddles" on to use with a BMW service or the surface, instead of forming inspection. beads. Restoring motorcycle Laying up motorcycle to use Clean the motorcycle. Remove the protective wax Remove the battery. coating. Spray the brake and clutch Clean the motorcycle. lever pivots and the main and Install a charged battery. Technical data

Technical data 10 Troubleshooting chart ...... 144 Riding specifications ...... 156 143 Threaded fasteners ...... 145 Engine ...... 147 Fuel...... 148 Engine oil ...... 148 Clutch ...... 149 Transmission ...... 149 Rear-wheel drive ...... 150

z Technical data Running gear ...... 150 Brakes ...... 152 Wheels and tyres ...... 152 Electrics ...... 153 Frame ...... 154 Dimensions ...... 155 Weights...... 155 Troubleshooting chart 10 Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start. 144 Possible cause Remedy

Side stand Retract the side stand ( 84). Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 84). Clutch pulled before ignition was switched on Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 90). Battery flat Charge the battery when connected ( 136).

z Technical data Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid 10 145 Front brake caliper to wheel car- rier M8 x 32 - 10.9 30 Nm Clamping bolt in wheel carrier M8 x 30 19 Nm Quick-release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid z Technical data Silencer to rear footrest M8 x 30 22 Nm Silencer with ball-joint clamp on manifold M8 x 60 35 Nm Cover to silencer M5 x 8 3 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid 10 Rear wheel to wheel flange 146 M10 x 1.25 x 40 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm Handlebars Value Valid

Handlebar adjustment screws on threaded bushes M8 x 45 20 Nm

z Technical data Engine 10 Engine design Transversely mounted, four-cylinder four-stroke in-line engine tilted 55° forward, with four valves 147 per cylinder, two overhead camshafts with cam followers; liquid cooled, with electronic fuel injec- tion, integrated six-speed cassette gearbox, dry- sump lubrication. Displacement 1293 cm3 Cylinder bore 80 mm Piston stroke 64.3 mm Compression ratio 13:1 Nominal output 118 kW, - at engine speed: 9000 min-1

z Technical data with reduced power output, 79 kW OE 79 kW, - at engine speed: 9000 min-1 Torque 135 Nm, - at engine speed: 8000 min-1 with reduced power output, 79 kW OE 118 Nm, Over: 3750 min-1 Maximum engine speed max 11000 min-1 Idle speed 1050±50 min-1 10 Fuel Recommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded 148 95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, us- able with power- and consumption-related restric- tions) Usable fuel capacity approx. 24 l Reserve fuel ~4 l

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 3.5 l, with filter change 0.5 l, Difference between MIN / MAX marks Engine oils, products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally permitted viscosity classes z Technical data Castrol Power 1 Racing SAE 5W-40 ~-20 °C SAE 5W-40 ~-20 °C SAE 10W-50 ~-20 °C Oil grades Engine oils of API classification SJ or better. En- gine oils of JASO classification MA or better. Clutch 10 Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath 149 Transmission

Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en- gine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.559 (92:59 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 2.294 (39:17 teeth), 1st gear 1.789 (34:19 teeth), 2nd gear 1.458 (35:24 teeth), 3rd gear 1.240 (31:25 teeth), 4th gear 1.094 (35:32 teeth), 5th gear

0.971 (33:34 teeth), 6th gear z Technical data 1.045 (23:22 teeth), Angular drive 10 Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears 150 Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy single swinging arm with two joints and torque reaction link Number of teeth on rear-wheel drive (gear ratio) 2.82 (31:11)

Running gear

Front wheel Type of front suspension Double leading link Spring strut, front, type Central spring strut with coil spring and single-

z Technical data tube gas-filled shock absorber. with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filled II) OE shock absorber and electrically adjustable rebound-stage damping. Spring travel, front 125 mm, At wheel Rear wheel 10 Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy single swinging arm with two joints and torque reaction 151 link Type of rear suspension Central spring strut pivoted to lever system with coil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock ab- sorber. Spring preload steplessly hydraulically ad- justable, rebound stage damping steplessly ad- justable. with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA Central spring strut pivoted to lever system II) OE with coil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock absorber, electrically adjustable rebound-stage damping and electro-hydraulically adjustable

spring preload z Technical data Spring travel, rear 135 mm, At wheel 10 Brakes Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis- 152 ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake-pad material, rear Organic material

Wheels and tyres

Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com". z Technical data Front wheel Front wheel, type Cast aluminium, MT H2 Front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17" Tyre designation, front 120 / 70 ZR 17 Rear wheel Rear wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2 Rear wheel rim size 5.5" x 17" Tyre designation, rear 180 / 55 ZR 17 Tyre pressure 10 Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold 153 Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold

Electrics

Electrical rating of on-board socket max 8 A Fuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug- in fuses are no longer necessary. If an electronic fuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after

the fault has been rectified. z Technical data Battery Battery, manufacturer and designation 19Ah Gel Exide Battery type Gel battery Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 19 Ah Technical data Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK KR9CI Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8 mm, When new 10 Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W 154 Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W with Xenon light OE D1R / 35 W Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light P21W / 12 V / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front P21W / 12 V / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Frame

Frame type Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steel

z Technical data rear frame Type plate location Frame cross-tube, rear VIN location Frame side section, front right Dimensions 10 Length of motorcycle 2318 mm 155 Height of motorcycle 1438 mm, To windscreen at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 982 mm, Across cases Front-seat height 820...840 mm, Without rider with low seat OE 800...820 mm, Without rider Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1800...1840 mm, Without rider with low seat OE 1760...1800 mm, Without rider

Weights

Unladen weight 288 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % z Technical data load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 520 kg Maximum payload 232 kg 10 Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h 156

z Technical data Service

Service 11 BMW Motorrad service ...... 158 157 BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 158 BMW Motorrad Service Card: on- the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 158 BMW Motorrad service network ...... 159

Maintenance work ...... 159 z Service Confirmation of maintenance work ...... 160 Confirmation of service ...... 165 BMW Motorrad service the necessary technical know- Certain signs of wear, moreover, how. BMW Motorrad recom- may otherwise not be noticed 11 Advanced technology requires mends that you contact your au- until it is too late to put them specially adapted methods of 158 thorised BMW Motorrad dealer right at moderate cost. Your au- maintenance and repair. if you have questions regarding thorised BMW Motorrad dealer's If maintenance and re- your motorcycle. mechanics know every detail of pair work is performed in- your motorcycle and can take re- expertly, it could result in con- BMW Motorrad service medial action if necessary before sequential damage and thus con- quality minor faults develop into serious stitute a safety risk. problems. By having the neces- BMW Motorrad recommends you Along with its reputation for en- sary repairs done properly and

z Service to have all the associated work gineering quality and high reliab- in good time, you save time and on your motorcycle carried out ility, BMW Motorrad is a byword money in the long run. by a specialist workshop, prefer- for excellent quality of service. ably an authorised BMW Motor- To ensure that your BMW is al- BMW Motorrad Service rad dealer. ways in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad recommends that you Card: on-the-spot Your authorised BMW Motorrad have the maintenance work re- breakdown assistance dealer can provide information on quired for your motorcycle car- In the event of a breakdown, the BMW services and the work un- ried out regularly, preferably by BMW Motorrad Service Card is- dertaken as part of each service. your authorised BMW Motor- sued with each new BMW mo- Have all maintenance and repair rad dealer. For generous treat- torcycle enables you to access work carried out confirmed in the ment of claims submitted after an extensive range of services "Service" chapter in this manual. the warranty period has expired, such as breakdown assistance, Authorised BMW Motorrad deal- evidence of regular maintenance motorcycle transportation etc. ers are supplied with the latest is essential. (details can differ from country to technical information and have country). In the event of a break- down, contact the Mobile Service "Service Contact Europe" or the date when the next service organisation of BMW Motorrad. "Service Contact Africa, Amer- will be due. 11 The specialists will provide the ica, Asia, Australia, Oceania". Riders who cover long distances necessary advice and assistance. in a year might have to bring in 159 You will find important country- Maintenance work their motorcycles for service be- specific contact addresses and BMW Pre-delivery Check fore the next scheduled date. It the after-sales service organisa- is to allow for these cases that tion phone numbers in the "Ser- Your authorised BMW Motorrad a maximum odometer reading is vice Kontakt / Service Contact" dealer conducts the BMW pre- entered as well in the confirma- brochures, along with informa- delivery check before handing tion of service. Servicing has to tion on Mobile Service and the over the motorcycle to you. be brought forward if this odo-

z Service dealership network. BMW Running-in Check meter reading is reached before the next scheduled date for the BMW Motorrad service The BMW running-in check has annual service. to be performed when the mo- The service-due indicator in the network torcycle has covered between multifunction display reminds you BMW Motorrad has an extens- 500 km and 1,200 km about one month or 1000 km ive after-sales service network in in advance when the time for a place to look after you and your BMW Service service is approaching, on the motorcycle in more than 100 The BMW Service is carried out basis of the programmed values. countries. In Germany alone, you once a year; the extent of servi- have the best possible access cing can vary, depending on the to approximately 200 authorised age of the motorcycle and the BMW Motorrad dealers. distance it has covered. Your au- All information concerning the in- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer ternational dealership network confirms that the service work can be found in the brochure has been carried out and enters 11 Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in 160 Check Check Completed Completed

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Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service 11 Completed Completed Completed 163 on on on

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Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories 11 and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. 165 Item Odometer Date reading

z Service Item Odometer Date 11 reading 166

z Service A Closing the battery- Bulbs Abbreviations and symbols, 6 compartment, 138 General instructions, 128 12 ABS Installation, 137 Overview, headlights, 22 Engineering details, 94 167 Opening the battery- Replace xenon bulb, 128 Self-diagnosis, 85 compartment, 138 Replacing brake-light bulb, 133 Warnings, 36 Removal, 137 Replacing front turn indicator Anti-theft alarm Stowage, 13 bulbs, 131 Telltale light, 20 Technical data, 153 Replacing high-beam headlight Warnings, 45 Warning for battery charge bulb, 129 ASC current, 33 Replacing low-beam headlight z Index Control, 14 BMW Motorrad Service bulb, 129 Engineering details, 96 Card, 158 Replacing parking-light Operation, 65 Brake fluid bulb, 130 Self-diagnosis, 86 Checking fluid levels, 115 Replacing rear light bulb, 133 Switching off, 65 Reservoir, front, 13 Replacing rear-indicator Switching on, 66 Reservoir, rear, 19 bulbs, 133 Warning, 40 Brake pads Technical data, 154 Warnings, 38 Checking brake-pad Warning for bulb failure, 33, 34 thickness, 113 B Running in, 87 C Battery Brakes Case Charging battery when Adjusting brake lever, 70 Operation, 104 connected, 136 Checking operation, 113 Checklist, 84 Charging battery when Safety instructions, 87 Clock, 24 disconnected, 137 Adjusting, 53 Technical data, 152 Clutch E ESA 12 Adjusting clutch lever, 69 Electrics Control, 14 Checking fluid level, 117 Technical data, 153 Engineering details, 99 168 Checking operation, 117 Electronic immobiliser (EWS) Operation, 73 Warning, 31 Fluid reservoir, 11 Technical data, 149 Emergency off switch (kill F switch), 16, 62 Frame Confirmation of maintenance Technical data, 154 work, 160 Engine Control, 16 Front seat Coolant Starting, 84 Height adjuster, 19

z Index Temperature gauge, 24 Technical data, 147 Front-wheel stand Warning, 31 Installing, 127 Temperature gauge, 24 Cruise-control system Fuel Control, 14 Warning for engine Fill-level indicator, 24 Operation, 66 electronics, 32 Filler neck, 13 Telltale light, 20, 27 Engine oil Refuelling, 90 Currency, 7 Checking level, 111 Technical data, 148 Filler neck, 19 Warning for fuel down to D Oil dipstick, 19 reserve, 31 Damping Technical data, 148 Fuses, 153 Adjuster, rear, 11 Topping up, 112 Adjusting, 72 Warning for engine oil level, 36 G Dimensions Warning for engine oil Gear indicator, 24 Technical data, 155 pressure, 32 General views Equipment, 7 Headlight, 22 Instrument cluster, 20 Left handlebar fitting, 14 Headlight J Left side of motorcycle, 11 Adjustment for driving on left/ Jump starting, 134 12 Multifunction display, 24 driving on right, 75 K 169 Right handlebar fitting, 16 Beam throw, 76 Keys, 51 Right side of motorcycle, 13 Headlight beam-throw Underneath the seat, 19 adjustment, 11 L Grip heating, 62 Overview, 22 Laying up, 142 Control, 16 Helmet holder, 19, 79 Lights High-beam headlight Control, 14

H Switching on, 60 Headlight flasher, 14, 60 z Index Handlebar fittings Telltale light, 24 High-beam headlight, 14 General view, left side, 14 Horn, 14 Switching on low-beam General view, right side, 16 headlight, 60 Handlebars I Switching on parking lights, 60 Adjusting, 71 Idle Telltale light, 24 Switching on the high-beam Hazard warning flashers headlight, 60 Control, 14 Ignition Switching on the side lights, 59 Operation, 61 Switching off, 51 Luggage Switching on, 51 Instructions for loading and Immobiliser, 52 securing objects, 103 Warning, 31 Instrument cluster M Ambient-light brightness Maintenance sensor, 20 General instructions, 110 Overview, 20 Maintenance intervals, 159 Mirrors P Seat 12 Adjusting, 71 Parking, 89 Adjusting seat height, 69 Motorcycle Parking light Lock, 11 170 Laying up, 142 Switching on, 60 Seat heating, 63 Parking, 89 Power socket, 11, 102 Control, 16, 19 Restoring to use, 142 Pre-ride check, 85 Seats Multifunction display, 20 Installing front seat, 78 R Adjust the dimmer, 55 Installing rear seat, 79 Rear-wheel drive Remove the front seat, 78 Overview, 24 Technical data, 150

Index Remove the rear seat, 77 z Refuelling, 90 O Service, 158 Odometer and tripmeters, 24 Reserve volume Warning, 31 Service Card, 158 Control, 14 Residual range, 55 Service-due indicator, 24 Operation, 53 Restoring to use, 142 Side stand Resetting, 54 For starting, 84 Rev. counter, 20 Selecting readings, 53 Spark plugs, 153 Rider's Manual On-board computer Stowage, 19 Speedometer, 20 Ambient temperature, 56 Running gear Spring preload Average consumption, 57 Technical data, 150 Adjuster, rear, 11 Average speed, 57 Running in, 87 Adjusting, 71 Control, 14 Starting, 84 Oil level, 58 S Status indicators Operation, 55 Safety instructions See also warnings, 24 Range, 56 Brakes, 87 Standard status indicators, 24 Warnings, 34 General, 82 Warnings, 27 Steering lock Telltale lights, 20 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Locking, 52 Overview, 24 Adhesive label for rim, 119 12 Storage compartment, 13 Toolkit Engineering details, 98 171 Stowage compartment, 77 Contents, 110 Operation, 59 Stowage, 19 Warnings, 40 T Topcase Tyres Technical data Closing, 106 Checking inflation pressure, 75 Battery, 153 Installing, 107 Checking tread depth, 118 Brakes, 152 Opening, 106 Recommendation, 118 Bulbs, 154 Operation, 106 Running in, 87 z Index Clutch, 149 Removing, 107 Dimensions, 155 Table of tyre pressures, 19 Torques, 145 Electrics, 153 Technical data, 152 Transmission Engine, 147 For starting, 84 V Engine oil, 148 Technical data, 149 Vehicle identification number, 13 Frame, 154 Transportation Fuel, 148 Lashing, 92 W Warning lights, 20 Rear-wheel drive, 150 Troubleshooting chart, 144 Warnings, 27 Running gear, 150 Turn indicators Spark plugs, 153 Control, 14 Mode of presentation, 27 Standards, 7 Operation, 61 With ABS, 36 Transmission, 149 Telltale light, 24 With anti-theft alarm, 45 Weights, 155 Type plate, 13 With ASC, 38 Wheels and tyres, 152 With on-board computer, 34 With RDC, 40 12 Warnings, overview, 29, 35, 37, 39, 42, 46 172 Weights Payload table, 19 Technical data, 155 Wheels Change of size, 119 Checking rims, 118

z Index Installing front wheel, 121 Installing rear wheel, 125 Remove the front wheel, 119 Removing rear wheel, 123 Technical data, 152 Windscreen Adjusting, 69 Control, 14                                                                                                         !  

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Möglicher Bremsleistungsverlust an der Vorderradbremse. Nach allen Arbeiten, die Einfluss auf den Flüssigkeitsstand im vorderen Bremskreislauf haben (z. B. Bremsbeläge erneuern oder Bremsflüssigkeit wechseln), muss der Gittereinsatz 1 im vorderen Ausgleichsbehälter für Bremsflüssigkeit erneuert werden. Wenden Sie sich dazu an eine Fachwerkstatt, am besten an einen BMW Motorrad Partner.

Possible loss of stopping power at front brake. Screen insert 1 in the front brake-fluid reservoir always has to be replaced on completion of work that affects the level of fluid in the front braking circuit (for example replacing brake pads or changing brake fluid). Please contact a specialized workshop for this purpose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Perte possible d'efficacité du frein avant. Après des travaux qui influent sur le niveau de liquide de frein dans le circuit de frein avant (p. ex. remplacement des plaquettes ou renouvellement du liquide de frein), il est impératif de remplacer la grille 1 à l'intérieur du réservoir de liquide de frein avant. Adressez-vous pour cela à un atelier spécialisé, de préférence à un concessionnaire BMW Motorrad.

Posible pérdida de la capacidad de frenado en el freno de la rueda delantera. Una vez finalizados todos los trabajos que influyen en el nivel de líquido del circuito de freno delantero (p. ej., cambio de las pastillas de freno o del líquido de frenos), se tiene que sustituir la rejilla 1 del depósito de compensación delantero para el líquido de frenos. Para ello, póngase en contacto con un taller especializado, preferentemente un concesionario de motocicletas BMW.

Possibile diminuzione dell'effetto frenante del freno della ruota anteriore. Dopo aver eseguito tutti i lavori che comportano delle variazioni nel livello del liquido nel circuito freni anteriore (ad es. sostituzione delle pastiglie o del liquido freni), occorre sostituire l'inserto 1 nel serbatoio di espansione del liquido freni. Rivolgersi a tal fine ad un'officina autorizzata, preferibilmente ad un Concessionario BMW Motorrad.

Framhjulsbromsens bromseffekt kan försämras. Efter alla arbeten som påverkar vätskenivån i den främre bromskretsen (t.ex. byte av bromsbelägg eller hydraulvätska) måste gallerinsats 1 i det främre expansionskärlet för hydraulvätska bytas ut. Kontakta en fackverkstad för detta, företrädesvis en BMW Motorrad-partner.

Mogelijk verlies van remvermogen van de voorrem. Na alle reparaties, die invloed kunnen hebben op het remvloeistofpeil in het voorremcircuit (bijv. remblokken vervangen of remvloeistof verversen), moet het rasterelement 1 in het voorste remvloeistofreservoir worden vervangen. Hiervoor contact opnemen met een specialist, bij voorkeur een BMW Motorrad dealer.

Possível perda de eficácia de travagem no travão dianteiro. Depois de se efectuarem todos os trabalhos que têm influência sobre o nível do líquido no circuito de travão dianteiro (p. ex., substituir pastilhas de travão ou mudar o óleo dos travões), é necessário substituir a grelha 1 no depósito de compensação dianteiro para o óleo dos travões. Para o efeito, dirija-se a uma oficina especializada, de preferência a um concessionário BMW Motorrad.

Etujarrun jarrutusteho saattaa olla heikentynyt. Aina sellaisten töiden jälkeen, joilla on vaikutusta etujarrupiirin jarrunestemäärään (esimerkiksi jarrupalojen tai jarrunesteen vaihto), täytyy jarrunesteen etumaisen tasaussäiliön ritilä 1 vaihtaa. Käänny tässä asiassa ammattitaitoisen huoltopisteen, mieluiten BMW Motorrad huoltopisteen puoleen.

Πιθανή απώλεια ιζ σύορ θπένων ζ ηο θπένο μπποζηινού ηποσού. Μεηά ηην ππαγμαηοποίηζ η επγαζ ιών, οι οποίερ επηπεάζοςν ηη ζ ηάθμη ηος ςγπού ζ ηο μπποζηινό κύκλωμα θπένων (π.σ. ανηικαηάζ ηαζ η ηακακιών θπένων ή αλλαγή ςγπού θπένων), ππέπει να ανηικαηαζ ηαθεί ηο ζ ηοισείο πλέγμαηορ 1 ζ ηο μπποζηινό δοσείο ςγπών θπένων. Απεςθςνθείηε για ηο ζ κοπό αςηό ζ ε ένα εξειδικεςμένο ζ ςνεπγείο ή ακόμη καλύηεπα ζ ε έναν Επίζ ημο Επιζ κεςαζ ηή BMW Motorrad.

フロントブレーキの制動力損失のおそれ。 フロントブレーキに対して、パッド交換やフルード交換など、サーキット内のフルードレベ ルに影響する作業を行った場合には、必ずフロントブレーキフルードリザーバータンク内のスクリー

ンインサート 1 を交換してください。交換の詳細については専門の整備工場か、可能な限り BMW Motorrad 正規ディーラーにお問い合わせください。

Možna izguba zavorne moči na zavori za sprednje kolo. Po vseh delih, ki vplivajo na nivo zavorne količine v sprednjem zavornem krogotoku (npr. menjava zavornih ploščic ali menjava zavorne tekočine), je treba zamenjati mrežasti vložek 1 v sprednji izenačevalni posodi za zavorno tekočino. V zvezi s tem se obrnite na specializirano servisno delavnico, najbolje na partnerja BMW Motorrad.

Možná strata brzdného výkonu na brzde predného kolesa. Po skončení všech prací, které mají vliv na stav kapaliny v předním brzdovém okruhu (např. výměna brzdového obložení nebo brzdové kapaliny), musí být vyměněna mřížková vložka 1 v přední expanzní nádobce brzdové kapaliny. V tejto súvislosti sa obráťte na odbornú dielňu, najlepšie na niektorého partnera BMW Motorrad.

Možná ztráta brzdného účinku brzdy předního kola. Po skončení všech prací, které mají vliv na stav kapaliny v předním brzdovém okruhu (např. výměna brzdového obložení nebo brzdové kapaliny), musí být vyměněna mřížková vložka 1 v přední expanzní nádobce brzdové kapaliny. Obraťte se na odborný servis, nejlépe na partnera BMW Motorrad.

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