BMW Motorrad F 900 XR Rider'S Manual Download

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BMW Service

performed

on
Odometer reading

Next service
latest
on
or, if reached earlier
Odometer reading

Stamp, signature

Work performed

Yes

BMW Service

Engine oil change with filter
Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs

Replacing air cleaner element
Oil change - telescopic fork
Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

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Service

Summary of Contents for F 900 XR

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model F900XR BMW Motorrad...

Page 2: ...etailer Data Motorcycle Data Model Vehicle identification number Color number Initial registration License plate Retailer Data Contact in Service Ms Mr Phone number Retailer s address phone number com...

Page 3: ...s which are beneficial to op erating and road safety and help retain the value of your vehicle as much as possible Documentation confirming per formance of maintenance work is a precondition for gener...

Page 4: ...5 TFT display in the View menu 27 TFT display in Sport 1 view 29 Indicator lights 30 4 Operation 55 Ignition switch steering lock 56 Ignition with Key less Ride 57 EWS Electronic immobi lizer 60 Emerg...

Page 5: ...gine brake con trol 134 Dynamic ESA 135 Riding mode 135 Dynamic Brake Control 137 Tire pressure control RDC 138 Gear Shift Assistant 140 Adaptive front lighting 141 9 Maintenance 143 General notes 144...

Page 6: ...al system 211 Anti theft alarm system 213 Dimensions 213 Weights 214 Performance data 215 13 Service 217 Reporting safety defects 218 BMW Motorrad Service 219 BMW Motorrad Electronic Service Manual 21...

Page 7: ...s Overview 6 Abbreviations and symbols 6 Equipment 7 Technical data 7 Notice concerning current status 8 Additional sources of information 8 Certificates and operating permits 8 Data memory 8 1 5 z Ge...

Page 8: ...hazard can result in death or serious injury DANGER Hazard with high risk Failure to avoid this hazard results in death or serious injury ATTENTION Special in structions and precaution ary measures No...

Page 9: ...ustrated in this manual on account of country specific differences If your motorcycle features equipment that is not described here you can find these features described in a separate manual Technical...

Page 10: ...g permits The certificates for the vehicle and the official operating permits for possible accessories are avail able at bmw motorrad com certification Data memory General information Control units ar...

Page 11: ...information on the right to delete or correct data The vehicle manufacturer also provides the manufacturer contact information and the con tact information of the data secu rity officer The vehicle ow...

Page 12: ...o optimize vehicle functions The majority of this data is tem porary and is processed only within the vehicle itself Only a small amount of event driven data is stored in the event data recorder and f...

Page 13: ...device connected to the vehicle such as a smartphone USB stick or MP3 player If this data is saved in the vehi cle it can be deleted at any time This data is transmitted to third parties only upon pe...

Page 14: ...data may be used in order to provide online services The data is exchanged over a secure connection i e with the vehicle manufacturer s IT sys tems which are intended for this purpose Any collection p...

Page 15: ...Overviews Overall view left side 15 Overall view right side 17 Underneath the seat 18 Multifunction switch left 19 Multifunction switch right 20 Instrument cluster 21 2 13 z Overviews...

Page 16: ...2 14 z Overviews...

Page 17: ...Overall view left side 1 Onboard power socket 180 2 Seat lock 79 3 Setting the damping 107 4 Oil filler opening and oil level dipstick 146 2 15 z Overviews...

Page 18: ...2 16 z Overviews...

Page 19: ...tting 106 2 Brake fluid reservoir for rear wheel brake 151 3 Brake fluid reservoir for front wheel brake 150 4 Vehicle identification num ber nameplate on steering head 5 Coolant level indicator be hi...

Page 20: ...d kit behind operat ing instructions 2 Onboard vehicle tool kit 144 3 Connector for coding plug with riding modes ProOE Installing encoding plug 70 4 Battery 170 5 Replacing the main fuse 173 6 Diagno...

Page 21: ...flasher 62 2 with cruise controlOE Cruise control system 73 3 Hazard warning flasher 63 4 ASC DTC 64 5 with Dynamic ESAOE Adjustment options 66 6 Turn indicators 63 7 Horn 8 Rocker button MENU 83 9 Mu...

Page 22: ...Multifunction switch right 1 with heated gripsOE Operating heated grips 78 2 Riding mode 68 3 Emergency off switch 61 4 Starter button 113 2 20 z Overviews...

Page 23: ...3 TFT display 25 27 4 Anti theft alarm system LED with anti theft alarm sys tem DWA OE Alarm signal 76 with Keyless RideOE Indicator light for radio operated key Ignition with Keyless Ride 58 5 Photo...

Page 24: ...2 22 z Overviews...

Page 25: ...Displays Indicator and warning lights 24 TFT display in Pure Ride view 25 TFT display in the View menu 27 TFT display in Sport 1 view 29 Indicator lights 30 3 23 z Displays...

Page 26: ...icator and warning lights 1 Turn indicator left Operating turn indicators 63 2 High beams 62 3 General warning light 30 4 Turn indicator right 5 ASC DTC 49 6 ABS 48 7 Auxiliary headlight 3 24 z Displa...

Page 27: ...E Cruise control system 73 5 Coding plug with riding modes ProOE Installing encoding plug 70 6 Speed Limit Info 89 7 Riding mode 68 8 Upshift recommendation 90 9 Gear indicator N is dis played while i...

Page 28: ...14 Heated grip settings 78 15 Outside temperature warn ing 39 16 Outside temperature 3 26 z Displays...

Page 29: ...Limit Info 89 4 Coding plug with riding modes ProOE Installing encoding plug 70 5 Riding mode 68 6 Driver info status line 88 7 Upshift recommendation 90 8 Gear indicator N is dis played while in neu...

Page 30: ...13 Heated grip settings 78 14 Outside temperature warn ing 39 15 Outside temperature 16 Menu area 3 28 z Displays...

Page 31: ...Maximum DTC torque re duction 2 Current DTC torque reduc tion 3 Tachometer 4 Maximum braking deceler ation 5 Current braking decelera tion 6 Current angle of inclination 7 Maximum angle of inclina ti...

Page 32: ...shown differently in the display Different colors and characters are used depending on the prior ity Green CHECK OK 1 no mes sage values optimal White circle with small i 2 information Yellow warning...

Page 33: ...no evaluation is carried out in the form of a colored symbol Check Control dialogue Messages are output as Check Control dialogue 1 If several Check Control mes sages of the same priority are present...

Page 34: ...o operated key outside reception range 39 General warning light lights up yel low Remote key bat tery at 50 Replacing the battery of the radio oper ated key 40 Remote key bat tery low General warning...

Page 35: ...tt capacity low Anti theft alarm battery low charge 42 General warning light lights up yel low Anti theft alarm battery discharged Anti theft alarm battery discharged 42 General warning light lights u...

Page 36: ...rol 44 General warning light lights up yel low Displayed in yellow Tire pressure is at limit of approved range 44 Tire pressure not at setpoint General warning light flashes red Displayed in red Tire...

Page 37: ...ttery of the tire pressure sensor weak 47 Fall sensor faulty Fall sensor defective 47 Side stand mon itoring faulty Side stand monitoring faulty 47 ABS indicator and warning light flashes ABS self dia...

Page 38: ...ASC DTC indicator and warning light flashes slowly ASC DTC self diagnosis not completed 49 ASC DTC indicator and warning light lights up Off ASC DTC switched off 49 Traction con trol deacti vated ASC...

Page 39: ...l reserve is be ing used up Ride to the nearest gas station Fuel down to reserve volume 51 Gear indicator flashes Gear not taught in 51 Left turn signal in dicator light flashes green Hazard warning l...

Page 40: ...Indicator and warning lights Display text Meaning General warning light lights up yel low Displayed in yellow Service appointment missed 52 Service over due 3 38 z Displays...

Page 41: ...ning Ice crystal symbol is dis played Possible cause The ambient temperature mea sured at the motorcycle is lower than 37 F 3 C WARNING Risk of black ice even above 37 F 3 C Accident hazard At a low o...

Page 42: ...erated key 60 Voltage of the vehicle electrical system too low General warning light lights up yellow Displayed in yellow Vehicle voltage low Switch off unneeded consumers WARNING Failure of vehicle s...

Page 43: ...attery faulty or fuse for alternator regulator blown Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Light source defect Ge...

Page 44: ...eft alarm system DWA OE Anti theft alarm batt capacity low No limitations Arrange an appointment at a specialist workshop NOTICE This fault message is only shown for a short time immediately fol lowin...

Page 45: ...Topping up coolant 154 Possible cause The coolant temperature is too high If possible continue riding in the partial load range to cool down the engine In traffic jams switch off the engine but keep...

Page 46: ...ney possible Damage possible Have checked by a workshop WARNING Damage to engine during emergency operation Accident hazard Drive slowly and avoid rapid acceleration and passing ma neuvers If possible...

Page 47: ...ance range with tire pressure monitor TPM OE General warning light flashes red Displayed in red Tire pressure not at setpoint Stop imme diately Check tire pres sure Tire Press Monitor Loss of pressure...

Page 48: ...signal to the vehicle only once the minimum speed has been exceeded Observe the TPC display at higher speed Only when the general warning light also lights up is this a permanent fault In this case H...

Page 49: ...e immediately fol lowing the Pre Ride Check Possible cause The battery for the tire pressure sensor is no longer charged to full capacity Operation of the TPC is only ensured for a limited time Contac...

Page 50: ...ons that can lead to an ABS fault memory entry 131 Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer ABS failure ABS indicato...

Page 51: ...ider with visual feedback confirming that the system has initiated active closed loop intervention even after the critical situation has passed ASC DTC self diagnosis not completed ASC DTC indicator a...

Page 52: ...n corrected as soon as possible at a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer ASC DTC error ASC DTC indicator and warning light lights up Traction control failure Onward jo...

Page 53: ...illing station WARNING Rough engine running or switching off of the engine due to a fuel shortage Accident hazard damage to cat alytic converter Do not drive to the extent that the fuel tank is comple...

Page 54: ...e is overdue a yellow CC message is displayed The dis plays for service service appoint ment and remaining distance are also highlighted with exclama tion marks in the menu windows MY VEHICLE and SERV...

Page 55: ...e is overdue because of the riding performance or the date Have service performed reg ularly by a specialist work shop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer The operating and road safety of t...

Page 56: ...3 54 z Displays...

Page 57: ...h 61 Lights 62 Hazard warning flasher 63 Turn indicators 63 Traction control ASC DTC 64 Electronic chassis and suspension adjustment D ESA 66 Riding mode 68 PRO riding mode 71 Cruise control system 72...

Page 58: ...t workshop for this purpose preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer Locking the steering lock Turn handlebars to left Turn key to position 1 while moving handlebars slightly Ignition lights and all electri...

Page 59: ...detected it lights up briefly You are provided with one radio operated key and one spare key Should you lose your keys refer to the notes regarding the elec tronic immobilizer EWS 60 The ignition fuel...

Page 60: ...ways to activate the ignition Version 1 Press button 1 briefly Parking lights and all function circuits are switched on Pre Ride Check is carried out 114 ABS self diagnosis is performed 114 ASC self...

Page 61: ...S Should you loose the radio operated key while riding the motorcycle can be started by using the spare key If the battery in the radio oper ated key is drained the vehicle can be started by simply di...

Page 62: ...dispose of the battery in the household waste ATTENTION Unsuitable or improperly in serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer s specifica tions When inserting th...

Page 63: ...bring all of the motorcycle s remaining keys with you The engine can no longer be started using a disabled ignition key however a disabled ignition key can be enabled again Spare keys are available o...

Page 64: ...m headlight with the ignition switched on or by operating the headlight flasher High beams and headlight flasher Switching on ignition 56 Press switch 1 toward front to switch on high beams Pull switc...

Page 65: ...than absolutely necessary NOTICE If a turn signal button is pressed when operating readiness is present the turn signal function replaces the hazard warning lights function for the duration of operat...

Page 66: ...165 ft 50 m Speed is between 18 mph and 60 mph 30 km h and 100 km h after covering a particular distance travelled de pending on the speed or when accelerating Speed is above 60 mph 100 km h after tu...

Page 67: ...tched off Switching on the ASC DTC function Press and hold button 1 until the ASC DTC indicator and warning light changes its display behavior Immediately after pressing but ton 1 the ASC DTC system s...

Page 68: ...ustment D ESA with Dynamic ESAOE Adjustment options Using the electronic chassis and suspension adjustment Dynamic ESA you can adjust the damping on the rear wheel comfortably to the road surface Two...

Page 69: ...d The selection arrow 4 goes away after the changeover of the status The following settings are avail able ROAD damping for comfortable road travel DYNAMIC damping for dynamic road travel To adjust th...

Page 70: ...rom which you can select the one matching your situation Series RAIN riding on rain slicked roads ROAD riding on dry roads with riding modes ProOE With Pro riding modes DYNAMIC dynamic riding on dry r...

Page 71: ...lection DYNAMIC For dynamic riding on dry roads with riding modes ProOE With coding plug installed DYNAMIC PRO For sporty rid ing on dry roads When the motorcycle is sta tionary the selected riding mo...

Page 72: ...ove connector 2 from holding clip 3 ATTENTION Penetration of dirt and mois ture in the open connector Malfunctions After removing the encoding plug refit the cover cap Take off cover cap 4 Insert the...

Page 73: ...ode with riding modes ProOE Adjustment options The PRO riding modes can be adjusted individually Setting up the PRO riding mode Installing encoding plug 70 Switching on ignition 56 Call up menu Settin...

Page 74: ...ttings reset 72 Riding mode settings reset Setting up the PRO riding mode 71 Select Reset and confirm The following factory settings apply to DYNAMIC PRO rid ing mode DTC DYNAMIC PRO ABS Dynamic Engin...

Page 75: ...o the right Button 2 can be operated Store speed Short press button 1 forward Adjustment range of the cruise control 19 130 mph 30 210 km h Cruise control indicator light lights up The motorcycle main...

Page 76: ...s maintained and saved Deactivating cruise control system Actuate the brakes coupling or throttle grip ease the throttle beyond the default setting to deactivate the cruise control Cruise control indi...

Page 77: ...under Shift light The following settings are avail able Start RPM End RPM Brightness Frequency A flashing fre quency of 0 Hz corresponds to continuous lighting Changes to the brightness and the flash...

Page 78: ...ey during the activation phase Turn indicators are illuminated three times Confirmation tone sounds three times if programmed Movement sensor is deacti vated Alarm signal with anti theft alarm system...

Page 79: ...turned on with unauthorized ignition key 4 flashes anti theft alarm sys tem disconnected from vehicle battery 5 flashes motion sensor 3 Deactivation with anti theft alarm system DWA OE Emergency off s...

Page 80: ...ponds for example in the event of attempted wheel theft or towing away NOTICE Deactivate the tilt sensor when transporting the vehicle to avoid triggering the DWA Arming tone Confirmation alarm tone a...

Page 81: ...ont of the heated grip symbol 3 The handlebar grips can be heated at three different levels The third level is used for heating the grips quickly It is advisable to switch back to the second or first...

Page 82: ...cked Lift seat 2 in arrow direction 4 Pull seat 2 in arrow direction 5 from the holder 3 Put seat 2 on a clean surface Installing seat Push seat 2 in direction of ar row 4 onto the brackets 3 Forcibly...

Page 83: ...es 82 Principle 83 Pure Ride view 89 General settings 90 Bluetooth 92 My Vehicle 95 Onboard computer 98 Navigation 98 Media 100 Phone 101 Displaying software version 102 Displaying license information...

Page 84: ...navigation Connectivity functions can be used if the TFT display is con nected with a mobile end de vice and a helmet 92 You can find more information about the Connectivity functions at bmw motorrad...

Page 85: ...ENU 2 The following functions are pos sible depending on the context Functions of the Multi Controller Turn the Multi Controller up Move cursor up in lists Make settings Increase volume Turn the Multi...

Page 86: ...w Change display for driver info status line MENU long press up In the menu view Open Pure Ride view In the Pure Ride view change the operating focus to the navi gator MENU short press down Change a h...

Page 87: ...the main menu there are additional operating in structions in submenus Meaning of the operating instructions Operating instruction 1 the current display is in a hierar chical menu One symbol in dicate...

Page 88: ...3 indicates that the function can be switched off Symbol 4 indicates that the function can be switched on Calling up the menu Show Pure Ride view 85 Briefly press button 2 down ward The following menu...

Page 89: ...tween the operation of the Navigator and the TFT display Changing the operating focus with preparation for navigation systemOE Securely fasten navigation de vice 187 Show Pure Ride view 85 Press and h...

Page 90: ...e dis played in the upper status line with tire pressure monitor TPM OE In addition information from the TPC can be displayed Selecting content of driver info status line 89 Press and hold button 1 to...

Page 91: ...s present tilt Multi Controller 1 to the right If no operating instruction is present tilt Multi Controller 1 to the left The setting is saved Switching Speed Limit Info on or off Requirement Vehicle...

Page 92: ...r than the fuel reserve The calculated range is only an approximate figure Upshift recommendation The upshift recommendation in the Pure Ride view 1 or in the status line 2 indicates the best time for...

Page 93: ...measurement Call up menu Settings Sys tem settings Units The following units of measure ment can be set Consumption Pressure Temperature Setting the language Call up menu Settings Sys tem settings La...

Page 94: ...eral devices are operated in one Bluetooth network there is no guarantee for smooth operation in every situation Possible sources of interference Interference fields due to trans mission towers and s...

Page 95: ...e Select Mobile device and confirm Select Pair new mobile de vice and confirm Mobile end devices are searched for During the pairing the Bluetooth symbol flashes in the lower status line Visible mobil...

Page 96: ...confirm The connection is established and the connection status is updated If the connection cannot be es tablished the troubleshooting chart in the chapter Technical data may provide assistance 201...

Page 97: ...Start screen 1 Check Control display Layout 30 2 Coolant temperature 43 3 Range 90 4 Total mileage 5 Service display 52 6 Rear tire pressure 155 7 Vehicle voltage 170 8 Front tire pressure 155 5 95 z...

Page 98: ...he following screens are in cluded in the My Vehicle menu MY VEHICLE CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE if present ONBOARD COMPUTER TRIP COMPUTER with tire pressure monitor TPM OE TIRE PRESSURE SERVICE REQUIREMENT...

Page 99: ...Service display If the time remaining until the next service is less than a month or if the next service is due within 620 mi 1000 km a white CC message is displayed 5 97 z TFT display...

Page 100: ...ight until the TRIP COMPUTER menu panel is displayed Resetting the travel on board computer Calling up the travel on board computer 98 Press MENU rocker button down Select Automatic reset or Reset all...

Page 101: ...ination address Connecting a mobile end de vice 93 Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected app and start the route guidance Call up menu Navigation in the TFT display Active route guidance is dis played If...

Page 102: ...void Select desired Route type Turn desired Avoid on or off The number of enabled avoid ances is displayed in brackets Ending route guidance Call up menu Navigation Active route guidance Select End ro...

Page 103: ...and hold the Multi Controller 1 to the left Call up context menu Press button 2 down NOTICE Depending on the mobile end device the scope of the Connec tivity functions may be limited The following fun...

Page 104: ...e number of active telephone calls is displayed in the Telephone menu It is possible to switch between two conversa tions Telephone data Depending on the mobile end device telephone data is trans ferr...

Page 105: ...Setting Mirrors 104 Headlight 104 Windshield 105 Clutch 105 Brakes 106 Spring preload 106 Damping 107 6 103 z Setting...

Page 106: ...protective cap over screw connection Headlight Headlight beam throw and spring preload The headlight beam throw gener ally remains constant due to the adjustment of the spring preload to the load stat...

Page 107: ...store basic setting of head light Windshield Adjusting the windshield Requirement The motorcycle is stopped WARNING Adjusting the windshield while driving Accident hazard Only adjust the windshield wh...

Page 108: ...er when the motorcycle is stationary Turn the adjusting screw 1 counterclockwise to increase the distance between the brake lever and handlebar grip Turn the adjusting screw 1 clockwise to decrease th...

Page 109: ...as far as it will go One up without load Turn adjustment wheel coun terclockwise as far as possi ble then 20 turns clockwise One up with load Turn adjuster wheel clockwise as far as it will go Two up...

Page 110: ...without Dynamic ESAOE Turn adjusting screw as far as possible clockwise then turn back 1 5 turns One up without load Basic setting of rear wheel damping Turn adjusting screw clock wise up to the stop...

Page 111: ...formation 110 Regular checking 112 Starting 113 Breaking in 116 Shifting gears 117 Shiftpoint light 118 Brakes 119 Parking your motorcycle 120 Refueling 121 Securing motorcycle for transporta tion 126...

Page 112: ...position and adjust your riding style accordingly Test the clearance of your mo torcycle at an angle in safe sit uations Remember to take the limited ground clearance of your motorcycle into account...

Page 113: ...cases and tank rucksacks Risk of poisoning Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide which is colorless and odorless but highly toxic WARNING Harmful exhaust gas Danger of suffocation Do not inhale exhaust...

Page 114: ...lutch Damage to the affected parts failure of safety relevant func tions expiration of warranty Do not make any modifications Regular checking Observe checklist Use the following checklist to check yo...

Page 115: ...gnosis is performed 114 ASC self diagnosis is per formed 115 with riding modes ProOE DTC self diagnosis is per formed 116 Engage neutral or pull back clutch lever if a gear is en gaged NOTICE You cann...

Page 116: ...ched on indicator and warning lights are switched off one after the other in reverse or der If one of the indicator and warn ing lights has not been switched on Have the malfunction corrected as soon...

Page 117: ...n Phase 1 Check of system components monitored by the diagnostic system while motorcycle is parked ASC indicator and warning light flashes slowly Phase 2 Check of the diagnosable sys tem components wh...

Page 118: ...TC self diagnosis not completed The DTC function is not available as the self diagnosis function has not been completed To check wheel speed sensors motorcycle must reach a minimum speed with engine r...

Page 119: ...Brake early Tires New tires have a smooth sur face They must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at varying lean angles until the tires are run in This running in procedure is essential if...

Page 120: ...ssistance is not available in the following situations With clutch actuated Gearshift lever not in its initial position When upshifting with closed throttle valve coasting overrun or when decelerating...

Page 121: ...ont wheel The clutch should also be disengaged at the same time With the frequently instructed emergency braking in which the brake pressure is gener ated as quickly as possible and with great force d...

Page 122: ...risks ABS Pro is available in all riding modes except for Dynamic PRO Falling cannot be excluded Although ABS Pro represents valuable support and an enor mous safety advantage for the rider when braki...

Page 123: ...e by tipping over Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm ATTENTION Folding in the center stand in case of strong movements Component damage cause by tipping over Do not sit on...

Page 124: ...not overfill the fuel tank ATTENTION Contact of fuel and plastic surfaces Damage to surfaces become unattractive or cloudy Immediately clean plastic sur faces after contact with fuel Put the motorcyc...

Page 125: ...Remove the ignition key and close the protective flap Refueling procedure with Keyless RideOE Requirement Steering lock is unlocked WARNING Fuel is highly flammable Fire and explosion hazard Do not sm...

Page 126: ...ithin the after run period Slowly pull the lug 1 of the fuel cap upward Fuel filler cap unlocked Open fuel filler cap completely Version 2 with Keyless RideOE Requirement After the end of the after ru...

Page 127: ...ox 3 5 l Press fuel filler cap of fuel tank down firmly Fuel filler cap audibly engages Fuel filler cap automatically locks after the end of the after run period The engaged fuel cap locks immediately...

Page 128: ...is purpose ATTENTION Motorcycle tips to the side when raising Component damage cause by tipping over Secure the motorcycle against tipping to the side preferably with the assistance of a second person...

Page 129: ...Fasten rear tensioning straps on both sides to the passen ger footrests and then tighten them Tighten all tensioning straps evenly 7 127 z Riding...

Page 130: ...7 128 z Riding...

Page 131: ...king System ABS 130 Traction control ASC DTC 132 Dynamic engine brake control 134 Dynamic ESA 135 Riding mode 135 Dynamic Brake Control 137 Tire pressure control RDC 138 Gear Shift Assistant 140 Adapt...

Page 132: ...e encountered Bumpy or rough roads can briefly lead to a loss of contact between the tires and the road surface until the transferable braking force is reduced to zero If the brakes are applied in thi...

Page 133: ...reasons and an ABS error is displayed A self diagnosis routine must be completed before the fault mem ory entry will be displayed Apart from problems with the BMW Motorrad ABS unusual rid ing conditio...

Page 134: ...the occurrence of in advertent lift off of the vehicle ABS control From a technical standpoint ABS Pro adjusts the ABS con trol to the angle of inclination of the motorcycle in dependence on the respe...

Page 135: ...itched off in such instances WARNING Risky riding style Accident hazard despite ASC DTC The rider is always responsi ble for adapting his her driving style Do not reduce the system s ex tra safety mar...

Page 136: ...re turn to a stable riding condition as quickly as possible In the RAIN ROAD and DYNAMIC riding modes the DTC settings corresponds to the riding mode DTC can be set differently in the DYNAMIC PRO ridi...

Page 137: ...ic ESA detects the movements of the suspension and responds to them by adjusting the EDC valves As a result the suspension is adjusted to the conditions of the surface Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at...

Page 138: ...C driving mode to achieve greater brak ing effect In the DYNAMIC PRO riding mode the ABS can be set dif ferently with riding modes ProOE ABS Pro In RAIN and ROAD riding modes all ABS Pro functions are...

Page 139: ...l with the ignition switched on A changeover while riding is pos sible under the following condi tions No drive torque at rear wheel No brake pressure in the brak ing system For a changeover while rid...

Page 140: ...red by the rider in a controlled manner Tire pressure control RDC with tire pressure monitor TPM OE Function A sensor located in each tire monitors the air temperature and the pressure inside the tire...

Page 141: ...gas sta tions do not make any compen sation for the air temperature the tire pressure indicated de pends on the temperature of the air in the tire As a result in most cases the values displayed there...

Page 142: ...ift lever previously not operated must be moved against the spring force by a cer tain amount of overtravel in the desired direction with a normal to brisk action and held in that position until the g...

Page 143: ...or parking lights the headlight is equipped with sepa rate LED elements with their own reflectors Depending on the an gle the LED elements are also switched on for the low beams in order to improve t...

Page 144: ...8 142 z Technology in detail...

Page 145: ...l set 145 Front wheel stand 145 Engine oil 146 Brake system 148 Clutch 152 Coolant 154 Tires 155 Wheel rims and tires 155 Wheels 156 Fairing 165 Air filter 166 Light sources 167 Jump starting 169 Batt...

Page 146: ...ich you can obtain from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Special tools and thorough spe cialized knowledge are required to carry out some of the work described here If you are in doubt consult a...

Page 147: ...n auxiliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand Place motorcycle on a suitable auxiliary stand with center standOE Make sure the ground is level and firm and p...

Page 148: ...remains on the ground Adjust the height of the front wheel stand if necessary Ensure that motorcycle is standing securely Engine oil Checking engine oil level ATTENTION Misinterpretation of the oil f...

Page 149: ...g to the side preferably with the assistance of a second person Make sure the surface is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its main stand at oper ating temperature Wait five minutes to allow...

Page 150: ...level dipstick 1 ATTENTION Use of too little or too much engine oil Engine damage Always make sure that the oil level is correct Top up the engine oil to the specified level Checking engine oil level...

Page 151: ...mark ings i e the grooves must be clearly visible If the wear marks are no longer clearly visible WARNING Dropping below the minimum pad thickness Reduced braking action damage to the brake In order...

Page 152: ...rized BMW Motorrad retailer Checking the front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient or contaminated brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power caused by air dirt or...

Page 153: ...fluid reservoir horizon tal motorcycle standing up right If the brake fluid level falls below the approved level Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe cialist workshop preferably...

Page 154: ...in the brake fluid reservoir drops due to brake pad wear Rear brake fluid level vi sual inspection Brake fluid DOT4 Rear brake fluid level vi sual inspection The brake fluid level must not fall below...

Page 155: ...Adjust clutch pedal free play 153 Adjust clutch pedal free play Loosen lock nut 1 To increase clutch pedal free play turn adjusting screw 2 into the handlebar fitting To reduce clutch pedal free play...

Page 156: ...pening and into the right side trim panel Required coolant level Between the MIN MAX marks on the expansion tank Engine cold If coolant level drops below ap proved level Top up coolant Topping up cool...

Page 157: ...e pressure is too low Correct tire pressure Wheel rims and tires Checking wheel rims Park motorcycle Ensure that the ground is firm and level Visually inspect rims for de fects Have damaged rims check...

Page 158: ...ms The wheel sizes play a major role in the ABS and ASC suspension control systems The diameter and width of the wheels stored in the control unit have particular significance as the basis for all nec...

Page 159: ...ake pads Component damage when mounting the brake caliper or when pressing the brake pads apart Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper removed Carefully pull the brake calipers back and outw...

Page 160: ...l forward to re move it Remove spacer bushing 5 on left side from wheel hub Installing the front wheel WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications Malfunctions during cont...

Page 161: ...tion ar rows on tire or rim Roll front wheel into front suspension while guiding the brake disc between the brake pads on the left brake caliper Raise front wheel and insert axle 4 as far as possible...

Page 162: ...me 14 lb ft 19 Nm Tighten right axle clamping screws 1 using an appropri ate torque Pinch bolt on quick re lease axle Tightening sequence Tighten the screws 6 times alternating between one and the oth...

Page 163: ...ake repeatedly continuing until the brake pads seat against the rotors Insert the wheel speed sensor cable into the holding clips 2 and 3 Insert the wheel speed sensor into the bore and tighten the sc...

Page 164: ...he screw 3 and re move the wheel speed sensor from the bore Remove the axle nut 4 and washer 5 Loosen the adjustment screws 7 on both sides Remove chain tensioner 6 and push axle forward as far as pos...

Page 165: ...ring control inter ventions by ABS and ASC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and ASC chassis control systems at the beginning of this chapter ATTENTION Tightening of s...

Page 166: ...in ten sioner Insert chain tensioner left 4 Install washer 3 and axle nut 2 but do not tighten yet without center standOE Remove the auxiliary stand Insert the wheel speed sensor into the bore and tig...

Page 167: ...the brake pads seat against the discs Checking chain sag 176 Chain sag adjust 176 Fairing Removing the tank cover Removing seat 79 Remove the screws 1 on the left and right Remove screws 2 Loosen the...

Page 168: ...filter Removing seat 79 Removing the tank cover 165 Unclip the hose 1 from the re taining lugs 2 To unlock hold down button 3 in the arrow direction 1 Pull the frame 4 from the bracket in the arrow d...

Page 169: ...the LED high beams can only be replaced as a whole unit For details please contact a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Replacing the LED for the parking lights The L...

Page 170: ...ndicator glass on screw connection side out of mirror housing Remove light source 2 from the light housing by turning it counterclockwise Replace defective light source Bulbs for flashing turn indicat...

Page 171: ...eads and mo torcycle Danger of short circuit Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends ATTENTION Jump starting with a voltage higher than 12 V Damage to the motorcycle s...

Page 172: ...om positive terminals NOTICE To start the engine do not use start sprays or similar items Installing seat 80 Battery Maintenance instructions Correct battery maintenance combined with proper charging...

Page 173: ...he correct charger is avail able through your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer ATTENTION A fully discharged battery must be charged via a power socket or extra socket Damage to vehicle electronics A f...

Page 174: ...theft alarm system DWA OE Switch off anti theft alarm if necessary Switch off the ignition ATTENTION Incorrect battery disconnec tion Danger of short circuit Follow the disconnection sequence First re...

Page 175: ...attery cable 4 Close positive terminal cover 5 Install negative battery cable 1 as shown 8 with anti theft alarm system DWA OE If necessary switch on anti theft alarm system Installing seat 80 Setting...

Page 176: ...ircuit and fire Do not bypass defective fuses Replace defective fuses with new fuses Replace faulty fuse 1 or 2 ac cording to assignment NOTICE If the fuses blow frequently have the electrical system...

Page 177: ...he vehicle manufac turer specifications Removing seat 79 Press locking mechanisms 1 on both sides Loosen the diagnostic socket 2 from the bracket 3 The interface for the diagnosis and information syst...

Page 178: ...W Motorrad retailer Wipe off excess lubricant Checking chain sag Park motorcycle Ensure that the ground is firm and level Turn the rear wheel until the position with the lowest chain sag is reached Us...

Page 179: ...h screw head 3 and correct if necessary Checking chain wear Requirement Chain sag is correctly adjusted Park motorcycle Ensure that the ground is firm and level Check whether the third marker line 1 i...

Page 180: ...the max imum approved length Contact a specialist workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Check to see whether a rivet head 1 has rotated Rivet heads should be parallel to the centerli...

Page 181: ...Accessories General notes 180 Onboard power sockets 180 Touring case 181 Softcase 183 Topcase 184 Navigation system 186 10 179 z Accessories...

Page 182: ...ducts of any kind Comply with legal requirements for any modifications The mo torcycle shall not violate the reg ulations governing motorcycle approval for highway use applica ble in your own country...

Page 183: ...apped Touring case Opening the touring case with case carrier left rightOE with touring caseOA Turn the key 1 counterclock wise to the OPEN position Pull the gray release lever 2 OPEN upward and simul...

Page 184: ...si multaneously pulling the case outward 2 Then lift case out of lower mounting Attaching the touring case with case carrier left rightOE with touring caseOA Turn the key 1 clockwise to the RELEASE p...

Page 185: ...imum speed Maximum speed for rid ing with case max 112 mph max 180 km h Payload per case max 18 lbs max 8 kg Softcase Attaching the softcase with case carrier left rightOE with caseOA Hook softcase 1...

Page 186: ...ed with case carrier left rightOE with caseOA Observe maximum load and max imum speed Maximum speed for rid ing with case max 112 mph max 180 km h Payload per case max 11 lbs max 5 kg Topcase Opening...

Page 187: ...d between cover and case NOTICE You can also lock the topcase by turning the lock to the LOCK position Under such circum stances ensure that the key is not in the topcase Press release lever 1 down un...

Page 188: ...e securely seated in corre sponding mounts 2 1 Press the carrying handle down until it engages Turn key in topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove Maximum load and maximum speed with topcaseOA wi...

Page 189: ...ise Pull the shut off lock 2 to the left Press in the locking mecha nism 3 The Mount Cradle is unlocked and the cover 4 can be re moved with a rotational move ment toward the front Mount the navigatio...

Page 190: ...ent Mount the cover 1 in the lower area and swing upward with a rotational movement Cover audibly engages Slide the shut off lock 2 to the right Turn the ignition key 3 clock wise The cover 1 is secur...

Page 191: ...e Navigator Map view Compass Mediaplayer BMW special menu My motorcycle page Tilt and hold the Multi Controller 1 to the left and to the right Activate certain functions on the Navigator display These...

Page 192: ...Changes the number of the displayed data Touching a data field on the display opens a menu for se lecting the data The values available for selec tion depend on the optional equipment that is install...

Page 193: ...System settings Date and time the function GPS synchronization also needs to be activated Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navigator V and the BMW Motorrad Navi gator VI can be secured against unaut...

Page 194: ...10 192 z Accessories...

Page 195: ...products 194 Washing your motorcycle 194 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 195 Care of paintwork 196 Paint preservation 196 Storing the motorcycle 196 Taking the motorcycle into opera tion 197 11 1...

Page 196: ...al kaline cleaning agents Washing your motorcycle BMW Motorrad recommends that you use BMW Insect Re mover to soften and wash off insects and stubborn dirt from painted parts before washing the motor...

Page 197: ...and BMW Motorrad cleaning agent Windshields and turn indica tor glass are manufactured of plastic Clean off dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water NOTICE Soften stubborn dirt and dead...

Page 198: ...e BMW Motorrad solvent cleaning agent and then apply BMW Motorrad high gloss polish to preserve the paint Contamination on the paint finish is particularly easy to see after the motorcycle has been wa...

Page 199: ...eight from both wheels preferably using the front wheel and rear wheel stands offered by BMW Motorrad Taking the motorcycle into operation Remove the protective wax coating Clean motorcycle Installing...

Page 200: ...11 198 z Care...

Page 201: ...Fuel 205 Engine oil 205 Engine 206 Clutch 207 Transmission 207 Rear wheel drive 208 Frame 208 Suspension 208 Brakes 209 Wheels and tires 210 Electrical system 211 Anti theft alarm system 213 Dimension...

Page 202: ...not disengaged Shift transmission to neutral or disengage clutch No fuel in tank Refueling Battery drained Charge the connected battery Overheating protection for starter motor has trig gered Starter...

Page 203: ...ing entries in the helmet see the operating instructions of the communication sys tem There are additional vehicles with Bluetooth capa ble devices nearby Avoid simultaneous pairing with multiple vehi...

Page 204: ...102 Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display Possible cause Remedy Navigation from the BMW Motorrad Con nected App was not transferred Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected App on the c...

Page 205: ...ic forks M5 x 14 Renew bolt micro encapsulated 1 lb ft 2 Nm Brake caliper on telescopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb ft 38 Nm Pinch bolt on quick release axle M8 x 35 Tightening sequence Tighten the screws 6...

Page 206: ...t micro encapsulated 6 lb ft 8 Nm Rear wheel quick release axle in swinging arm M24 x 1 5 mechanical 74 lb ft 100 Nm Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror locknut on clamping piece M10 x 1 25 Left hand thread...

Page 207: ...ording to WMTC CO2 emissions 99 g km According to WMTC Emission standard EU 5 Engine oil Engine oil capacity Approx 3 2 quarts Approx 3 0 l with filter re placement Specification SAE 5W 40 API SL JASO...

Page 208: ...ose to oil heat ex changer Engine type A24A09A Engine design Water cooled 2 cylinder four stroke engine with four valves operated via rocker arms per cylinder two overhead camshafts and dry sump lubri...

Page 209: ...l bath anti hopping Transmission Transmission design Claw shifted 6 speed manual gearbox integrated in engine housing Transmission gear ratios 1 821 Primary gear ratio 1 2 833 1st gear 1 2 067 2nd gea...

Page 210: ...44 Frame Frame design Steel bridge frame in shell construction Location of type plate Frame at front left on steering head Location of the vehicle identification number Frame front right Suspension Fr...

Page 211: ...on rear wheel with loweredOE 6 in 152 mm on rear wheel Brakes Front wheel Type of front wheel brake Hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 4 pis ton radial brake calipers and floating brake disk...

Page 212: ...tween brake light switch ac tuator and footrest plate Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is avail able from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer...

Page 213: ...ure Front tire pressure 36 3 psi 2 5 bar with tire cold Rear tire pressure 42 1 psi 2 9 bar with tire cold Electrical system Main fuse 40 A Voltage regulator Fuse box 10 A Slot 1 instrument cluster an...

Page 214: ...park plugs manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8J 9E Light sources Bulb for high beam headlight LED Bulbs for low beam headlight LED Bulb for parking light LED Bulb for taillight brake light LED Ligh...

Page 215: ...mm over windshield at DIN unloaded vehicle weight with loweredOE 51 2 55 1 in 1300 1400 mm over windshield at DIN unloaded vehicle weight Motorcycle width 33 9 in 860 mm using handlebar levers Front s...

Page 216: ...e weight Weights Unloaded vehicle weight 483 lbs 219 kg DIN unloaded vehicle weight ready for road 90 full tank of gas without OE Front wheel load at unloaded vehicle weight 247 lbs 112 kg Permissible...

Page 217: ...Performance data Maximum speed 124 mph 200 km h 12 215 z Technical data...

Page 218: ...12 216 z Technical data...

Page 219: ...cts 218 BMW Motorrad Service 219 BMW Motorrad Electronic Service Manual 219 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 220 Maintenance work 220 Maintenance schedule 223 Maintenance confirmations 224 Service confi...

Page 220: ...ay order the manufac turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign However the NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or BMW of North Ame...

Page 221: ...nce intervals Have all maintenance and repair tasks confirmed in the chapter Service in these Operating In structions Documented proof of scheduled preventive mainte nance is essential for generous tr...

Page 222: ...s the motorcycle over to you BMW Running in check The BMW running in check must be carried out between 300 mi 500 km and 750 mi 1200 km BMW Service BMW Service is carried out once a year The scope of...

Page 223: ...13 221 z Service...

Page 224: ...13 222 z Service...

Page 225: ...ge with fil ter 4 Check valve clearance 5 Replace all spark plugs 6 Replace air filter insert 7 Oil change in the tele scopic forks 8 Change brake fluid in en tire system a annually or every 6000 mi 1...

Page 226: ...r wear Checking the front and rear brake fluid level Visual inspection of the brake lines brake hoses and connections Checking the tire pressure and tread depth Checking and lubricating the chain driv...

Page 227: ...BMW pre delivery check performed on Stamp signature BMW Running in Check performed on Odometer reading Next service latest on or if reached earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature 13 225 z Service...

Page 228: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 229: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 230: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 231: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 232: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 233: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 234: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 235: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 236: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 237: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 238: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 239: ...earlier Odometer reading Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Oil change tel...

Page 240: ...onfirmations The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional acces sories and special campaigns performed Work performed Odometer reading Date 13 238...

Page 241: ...Work performed Odometer reading Date 13 239 z Service...

Page 242: ...13 240 z Service...

Page 243: ...Appendix Certificate for electronic immobi lizer 242 Certificate for Keyless Ride 244 Certificate for tire pressure con trol 246 Certificate for TFT instrument clus ter 247 14 241 z Appendix...

Page 244: ...plies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful inter ference and 2 this device must accept any interference received inclu...

Page 245: ...ie 15 des r gles de la FCC Son utilisation est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes 1 Le dispositif ne doit pas produire d interf rences nuisibles et 2 le dispositif doit pouvoir accepter toutes les...

Page 246: ...eceived including interference that may cause undesired operation USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not caus...

Page 247: ...01 489 3 V1 4 1 08 2002 Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters ERM Electromagnetic compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 3 Specific conditions for short ra...

Page 248: ...pareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouilla...

Page 249: ...bert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH Adress Robert Bosch Str 200 31139 Hildesheim GERMANY Turkey Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH ICC6 5in tipi telsiz sisteminin 2014 53 EU nolu y netmeli e uygun oldu unu b...

Page 250: ...e pr sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produi...

Page 251: ...e Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Le pr sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie...

Page 252: ...132 B Battery Charging connected battery 171 Charging disconnected battery 172 Indicator light for vehicle voltage 40 Installing 172 Maintenance instructions 170 Removing 172 Technical data 212 Bluet...

Page 253: ...vehicle 18 Dimensions Technical data 213 DTC Indicator and warning light 49 Operating 64 Self diagnosis 116 Technology in detail 132 DWA Technical data 213 Dynamic Brake Control 137 Technology in deta...

Page 254: ...ight beam throw 104 Headlight beam throw adjustment 105 Headlight courtesy delay feature 62 Headlight range Adjusting 105 Heated grips Operating 78 Operating element 20 Horn 19 I Ignition Switching of...

Page 255: ...ay feature 62 Low beams 62 Operating element 19 Operating headlight flasher 62 Operating high beam headlight 62 Operating the parking lights 62 Parking lights 62 Lowered suspension Limitations 110 Lug...

Page 256: ...yless Ride 123 124 Remote control Replacing the battery 60 Rider info status line Adjusting 88 89 Rider s Manual US Model Position on the vehicle 18 Riding mode 68 Setting the PRO riding mode 71 Road...

Page 257: ...Tires Breaking in 117 Checking tire pressure 155 Checking tread depth 155 Recommendation 156 Technical data 210 Tire pressures 211 Topcase Operating 184 Torques 203 Traction Control ASC 132 DTC 132 Tr...

Page 258: ...Size change 156 Technical data 210 Windshield Adjusting 105 15 256 z Index...

Page 259: ...15 257 z Index...

Page 260: ...ation of this work in whole or part are pro hibited without the express writ ten approval of BMW Motorrad Aftersales Original Rider s Manual printed in Germany WARNING Harmful substances Operating ser...

Page 261: ...15 5 l Reserve fuel quantity Approx 3 7 quarts Approx 3 5 l Tire pressure Front tire pressure 36 3 psi 2 5 bar with tire cold Rear tire pressure 42 1 psi 2 9 bar with tire cold You can find further i...

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