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BMW Motorrad Service, standard
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Oil change, engine, with filter

Renewing air cleaner insert
Checking valve clearance

Renewing all spark plugs
Check bearing for deflection at rear
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
Change brake fluid in entire system

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Summary of Contents for K 1600 GT

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual K1600GT BMW Motorrad bmw motorrad com The Ultimate Riding Machine...

Page 2: ...Vehicle data Model Vehicle Identification Number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number Dealership details Person to contact in Service department Ms Mr Phone number Dealership add...

Page 3: ...tains informa tion on maintenance and care to help you maintain your vehicle s reliability and safety as well as its value This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on your vehicle is...

Page 4: ...Operation 45 Ignition switch steering lock 46 Ignition 47 Ignition with Key less Ride 48 Emergency off switch kill switch 52 Intelligent emergency call 53 Reverser 54 Lights 55 Daytime riding light 58...

Page 5: ...ims and tyres 129 Wheels 129 Light source 136 Jump starting 140 Battery 141 Fuses 144 9 Accessories 147 General instructions 148 Power sockets 148 Cases 149 Topcase 151 Navigation device 155 10 Care 1...

Page 6: ...ork 180 Maintenance schedule 183 Confirmation of mainten ance work 184 Confirmation of service 198 13 Appendix 201 Certificate for Electronic Immobiliser 202 Certificate for Remote Con trol 204 Certif...

Page 7: ...General instructions Overview 6 Abbreviations and symbols 6 Equipment 7 Technical data 7 Actuality 7 1 5 z General instructions...

Page 8: ...voidance can lead to fatal or severe injury DANGER High risk haz ard Non avoidance leads to fatal or severe injury ATTENTION Special notes and precautionary measures Non compliance can lead to damage...

Page 9: ...as illus trated in this manual on account of country specific differences If your BMW was supplied with equipment not described in this Rider s Manual you will find these features described in separa...

Page 10: ...1 8 z General instructions...

Page 11: ...General views General view left side 11 General view right side 13 Underneath the seat 14 Multifunction switch left 15 Multifunction switch right 17 Instrument cluster 18 2 9 z General views...

Page 12: ...2 10 z General views...

Page 13: ...side 1 Fuel filler neck 101 2 Seat lock 87 3 Operation of the passenger seat heating on the pas senger seat 82 4 Payload table Tyre pressure table 5 Storage compartment 83 6 Slipstream deflector 87 2...

Page 14: ...2 12 z General views...

Page 15: ...2 Storage compartment 83 3 Power sockets 148 4 Brake fluid reservoir front 125 5 Coolant level indicator be hind side panel 127 6 Type plate on the front suspension 7 Slipstream deflector 87 8 Engine...

Page 16: ...Underneath the seat 1 Rider s Manual 2 Battery 141 3 Fuses 144 4 Standard toolkit 120 5 Seat height adjustment 88 2 14 z General views...

Page 17: ...beam headlight and headlight flasher 56 2 Daytime riding light 58 3 Cruise control system 73 4 Hazard warning lights sys tem 59 5 Reverser 54 6 Auxiliary headlights 57 7 Windscreen 86 8 Turn indicator...

Page 18: ...NU button Multifunction display 60 with ECE audio system and preparation for nav igation systemOE Audio system see the ap propriate operating instruc tions DTC 71 ESA 72 11 Selecting the favourites me...

Page 19: ...Multifunction switch right 1 Central locking 76 2 Selecting the riding mode 72 3 Emergency off switch kill switch 52 4 Start engine 94 5 Intelligent emergency call 53 2 17 z General views...

Page 20: ...n device 155 5 Ambient light brightness sensor for adapting the brightness of the instru ment lighting 6 Engine speed display 7 Multifunction display 23 NOTICE The brightness of the warning lights and...

Page 21: ...tor and warning lights 20 Meaning of symbols 21 Multifunction display 23 Warnings 24 Emergency call display 40 Service due indicator 41 Range 42 Oil level 43 Ambient temperature 43 Tyre pressures 43 3...

Page 22: ...erve 40 5 Daytime riding light 6 High beam headlight 7 Turn indicators right 8 Engine electronics warning light 9 DWA 67 10 Auxiliary headlights 57 11 Cruise control system 73 12 General warning light...

Page 23: ...antity 42 Average speed since the last reset 65 Ambient temperature 43 with tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE Tyre pressures 43 Stopwatch 65 Travelling times 66 Date figure depends on adjusted time form...

Page 24: ...5 Damping action 6 Loading 3 22 z Status indicators...

Page 25: ...rnings 24 5 Menu area 60 with ECE audio system and preparation for nav igation systemOE Area for audio system dis plays with intelligent emer gency callOE Area for emergency call system displays 40 6...

Page 26: ...s no dedicated warning light are indic ated by General warning light 1 showing in combination with a warning symbol such as for ex ample 2 appearing in the mul tifunction display The General warning l...

Page 27: ...pears on the display Electronic immobiliser active 30 Radio operated key out of range 30 Replace the battery of the radio oper ated key 31 lights up red Temperature read ing turns red Coolant temperat...

Page 28: ...oler ance 33 lights up yellow or appears on the display Sensor defective or system error 33 or appears on the display Signal transmission disrupted 34 lights up yellow appears on the display Battery o...

Page 29: ...low appears on the display Front light failure 36 lights up yellow appears on the display Light failure 36 appears on the display On board system voltage low 36 lights up yellow appears on the display...

Page 30: ...ery flat 38 appears on the display Central locking locked 38 briefly shows yellow appears on the display Service overdue 38 flashes ABS self diagnosis not completed 38 lights up ABS fault 38 quick fla...

Page 31: ...ing lights Warning symbols in the display Meaning lights up DTC fault 39 lights up yellow appears on the display ESA fault 40 lights up Fuel level reading turns yellow Fuel down to reserve 40 3 29 z S...

Page 32: ...ics is disrupted Remove all other vehicle keys from the same ring as the igni tion key Use the reserve key Have the defective key re placed preferably by an au thorised BMW Motorrad dealer Radio opera...

Page 33: ...down the engine In traffic jams switch off the engine but leave the ignition switched on so that the radi ator fan continues to operate If the coolant temperature is frequently too high have the faul...

Page 34: ...ion mode Risk of accident Adapt your style of riding ac cordingly ride slowly avoid sharp accelerating and overtak ing If possible have the vehicle brought in and the fault rectified by a specialist w...

Page 35: ...fore you adjust tyre pressure read the information on tempera ture compensation and adjusting pressure in the section entitled Engineering details Have the tyre checked for damage by a specialist work...

Page 36: ...authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Possible cause Wireless communication with the RDC sensors has been disrupted Possible causes include radio communication systems operat ing in the vicinity and interfe...

Page 37: ...ow beam headlight restricted General warning light flashes yellow The headlight with a zero is displayed Illumination of the road ahead is no longer optimum Possible cause Direction and headlight beam...

Page 38: ...pecialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer On board system voltage low The split battery symbol appears on the display Generator power is only just suf ficient to supply all consu...

Page 39: ...tinue your journey Battery is not being charged If you continue to ride the motor cycle the on board electronics will drain the battery Possible cause Alternator or alternator drive faulty Have the fa...

Page 40: ...ystem are locked Service overdue appears on the display General warning light briefly shows yellow after the pre ride check Possible cause A necessary service has not been carried out Have servicing c...

Page 41: ...sis did not complete so the DTC function is not avail able The engine must be run ning and the motorcycle must reach a minimum speed of 5 km h to complete Dynamic Traction Control self diagnosis Pull...

Page 42: ...torrad dealer Fuel down to reserve Reserve fuel symbol lights up Fuel level reading turns yellow WARNING Irregular engine operation or engine shutdown due to lack of fuel Risk of accident damage to ca...

Page 43: ...ed If emergency calls are not pos sible as a result of a technical fault this symbol 1 is displayed Service due indicator If a service is due for a brief period after the pre ride check the service sy...

Page 44: ...n ride with the fuel remaining in the tank The figure for average con sumption used to calculate range is not shown and might not be the same as the average con sumption reading that appears on the di...

Page 45: ...emporarily ap pears on the display If the ambient tempera ture drops to below 3 C a warning of potential black ice ap pears Regardless of the display settings the display automatically switches over t...

Page 46: ...The tyre warning symbol also appears on the display The General warning light flashes red The detailed description of BMW Motorrad RDC starts on page 115 3 44 z Status indicators...

Page 47: ...ing light 58 Hazard warning lights system 59 Turn indicators 60 Multifunction display 60 On board computer 65 Trip distance recorder 66 Anti theft alarm DWA 67 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 71 Electron...

Page 48: ...p preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Lock the handlebars ATTENTION Handlebars turned in wrong direction when motorcycle propped on side stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples On le...

Page 49: ...a a ring aerial in the R C ignition lock The ignition is not enabled for starting until the engine con trol unit has recognised the igni tion key as authorised for your motorcycle NOTICE A spare key a...

Page 50: ...Seat lock stowage compartments topcase and cases can be locked and un locked manually NOTICE The vehicle cannot be started or the central locking system locked or unlocked if the radio operated key i...

Page 51: ...g the ignition Version 1 Short press button 1 Parking lights and all function circuits switched on Engine can be started Pre Ride Check is performed 95 Running ABS self diagnosis 96 DTC self diagnosis...

Page 52: ...same ring as the ignition key used to start the engine could irritate the electronics in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued The EWS warning appears in the multifunction display...

Page 53: ...tank cover will start the engine Hold emergency key 1 or radio operated key with empty battery 2 at the tank cover above aerial 3 Time during which the engine has to be started The unlocking procedur...

Page 54: ...th the manufacturer s specifica tions When inserting the battery always make sure polarity is correct Insert the new battery with the positive terminal up Battery type for Keyless Ride radio oper ated...

Page 55: ...lic emergency call number This depends on the respective mobile phone network and the national regulations For technical reasons the emer gency call cannot be ensured if the conditions are unfavorable...

Page 56: ...formation The following prerequisites must have been met to be able to use the reverser Motorcycle at standstill Engine running Transmission in idle Side stand has been retracted Clutch is not disenga...

Page 57: ...or has over heated If the side stand has been ex tended If the front brake is operated If reversing is cancelled R flashes on the display Deactivating the reverser Press button 1 Gear indicator switch...

Page 58: ...the parking lights come on Switch the ignition on and off again to switch off the parking lights Adjusting right hand or left hand traffic with adaptive cornering lightOE Switch on the ignition Open...

Page 59: ...w If applicable the auxiliary head lights might have been temporar ily switched off Press button 1 again to switch off the auxiliary headlights Operating the ground light with ground lightingOA Switch...

Page 60: ...me riding light The indicator light for the daytime riding light illumin ates The low beam headlight the front side lights and the auxili ary headlight are switched off In the dark or in tunnels Press...

Page 61: ...and then select Vehicle Select the DRL menu item and switch Automatic DRL to On The symbol for the auto matic daytime riding light shows in the display If the ambient brightness de creases below a ce...

Page 62: ...travelled can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Push button 1 to the left to switch on the left turn indicat ors Push button 1 to the right to switch on the right turn indicat ors Operate ce...

Page 63: ...sequence of all menus NOTICE See the separate Quick Refer ence Guide for an overview of all menus Selecting menu items Move the cursor within the menu using the Multi Controller 1 An arrow 1 on the to...

Page 64: ...h an arrow 1 press and hold the Multi Controller to wards the right to reset them Selecting from a list Items for selection highlighted by a circle 2 represent selection lists The current selection ha...

Page 65: ...uce them Press the Multi Controller towards the right or left to change between values Adjusting relative values Adjust settings between two limit values using a bar display Turn the Multi Controller...

Page 66: ...ignition Open the Settings menu and select the User menu item You can configure the following settings Language display language German English Spanish Italian French Dutch Por tuguese Time format Cl...

Page 67: ...umption Consumption current consumption Range range with remaining fuel speed average speed Temperature ambient temperature Tyre pressure tyre pressures Stopwatch stopwatch Trav times travelling times...

Page 68: ...e Info menu and then select the Trav times menu item Press and hold the Multi Con troller 1 towards the right to reset the travelling time The time is also tracked if you select other displays or the...

Page 69: ...larm system DWA OE Activation without remote control or radio operated key If applicable switch on the function to automatically ac tivate the alarm system after ignition OFF Customising anti theft al...

Page 70: ...shipped accompanied by a separate remote control for the central locking system and the alarm system Switch off the ignition Press button 1 on the remote control or the radio operated key twice NOTIC...

Page 71: ...if the internal battery of the DWA anti theft alarm system is flat the only difference is that an alarm cannot be triggered if the system is disconnected from the motor cycle s battery An alarm lasts...

Page 72: ...ted Deactivation with remote control or radio operated key Press button 2 on the remote control or the radio operated key once NOTICE See also the other functions of the remote control for the central...

Page 73: ...tem on or off Adjust the settings as desired using the Multi Controller Dynamic Traction Control DTC Switching the DTC function off on Switch on the ignition Open the Settings menu and then select the...

Page 74: ...rty damping characteristic Select the desired damping action or move the cursor to wards the top to adjust the load NOTICE The load cannot be set while the motorcycle is in motion The spring preload r...

Page 75: ...ill the mode you select is activated after a short time The newly selected riding mode is activated as you ride only when the following preconditions are satisfied Brake not operated Throttle grip in...

Page 76: ...ime you push the button Push button 2 forward and hold it in this position The motorcycle accelerates steplessly The current speed is main tained and saved if button 2 is not pushed again Decelerating...

Page 77: ...ntended slowing to a lower speed Telltale light for cruise con trol shows Switching off cruise control Slide switch 1 to the left The system is deactivated Button 2 is disabled Hill Start Control with...

Page 78: ...The general warning light and the indicator light briefly light up on the display and after having released the brake both indicator lights for Hill Start Control go out Hill Start Control has been s...

Page 79: ...anels and the cases are unlocked with topcaseOA Topcase unlocks Locks that have been locked manually must also be manu ally unlocked again with alarm system DWA OE The remote control functions for the...

Page 80: ...ment flap opens Logging on the remote control with central locking systemOE with alarm system DWA OE without Keyless RideOE If you intend to replace a lost re mote control or use an additional remote...

Page 81: ...within 30 seconds after having logged on the first remote control Synchronise the remote controls with central locking systemOE with alarm system DWA OE without Keyless RideOE If the central locking s...

Page 82: ...rectly in serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer s specifica tions When inserting the battery always make sure polarity is correct Insert the new battery with...

Page 83: ...it tells you that the on board system voltage is low If applicable the handlebar grip heating might have been tempor arily switched off Seat heating Rider s seat heating Start the engine NOTICE Seat h...

Page 84: ...r seat heating Start the engine NOTICE Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running Set switch 1 to the desired heating stage The passenger seat can be heated in two stages Stage two...

Page 85: ...in the storage compartment lock to the position with the dot Press the unlocked lock barrel towards the bottom to open the flap The description also applies to the storage compartment on the right han...

Page 86: ...4 84 z Operation...

Page 87: ...Adjustment Mirrors 86 Windscreen 86 Slipstream deflector 87 Front seat 87 Clutch 89 Brakes 89 5 85 z Adjustment...

Page 88: ...r the wind screen Switch off the ignition The windscreen automatically moves to the bottom end posi tion The anti trap mechanism ac tivates if the windscreen en counters a resistance prior to reaching...

Page 89: ...Turn the slipstream deflector 1 towards the inside or outside to adjust the air flow for the rider In this process note the outside limit position Front seat Removing front seat Unlock the seat lock 1...

Page 90: ...right Press down the rider s seat at the rear and press it into the lock Adjusting the front seat height Removing front seat 87 Pull the lock 1 towards the rear and remove the adjust ing plate 2 Turn...

Page 91: ...not attempt to adjust the clutch lever unless the motor cycle is at a standstill Turn knob 1 to the desired po sition NOTICE The adjuster is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever forward Four s...

Page 92: ...or cycle is at a standstill Turn knob 1 to the desired po sition NOTICE The adjuster is easier to turn if you push the brake lever forward Four settings are possible Position 1 smallest distance betwe...

Page 93: ...Riding Safety instructions 92 Comply with checklist 94 Starting 94 Running in 97 Brakes 98 Parking your motorcycle 100 Refuelling 100 Securing motorcycle for transporta tion 104 6 91 z Riding...

Page 94: ...tributed between right and left Pack heavy items at the bot tom and toward the inboard side Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with cases fitted as stated on the label...

Page 95: ...e into contact with the hot engine and ex haust system Catalytic converter If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic converter there is a danger of overheating and damage The following...

Page 96: ...utch function 127 Check the tyre tread depth 129 Check that cases and luggage are securely held in place Requirement Every 3rd refuelling stop Checking engine oil level 122 Checking front brake pad th...

Page 97: ...6 Pre Ride Check After having switched on the ignition the instrument cluster tests the ABS and ASC indic ator and warning lights the gen eral warning light as well as the needles The logo appears on...

Page 98: ...that neither the ABS function nor the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS function are available Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad de...

Page 99: ...m 6500 min 1 Odometer read ing 300 1000 km No full load Odometer reading 0 1000 km Have the first running in check carried out after 500 1200 km Brake pads New brake pads have to bed down before they...

Page 100: ...h the increase in deceleration and the tyres cannot transmit the full braking force to the surface of the road BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre vents the front wheel from lock ing up Hazard braking If yo...

Page 101: ...fall not precluded Although ABS Pro provides the rider with valuable assistance and constitutes a huge advance in safety for braking with the mo torcycle banked for cornering it cannot under any circ...

Page 102: ...always face uphill se lect 1st gear Centre stand Switch off the engine ATTENTION Poor ground underneath the stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Always check that the ground under the stan...

Page 103: ...nsightly or dull Clean plastic surfaces immedi ately after contact with fuel Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm even ground Open the protective cap Unlock and open the fuel tank lock using the...

Page 104: ...to heat induced expansion if fuel tank is overfilled Risk of falling Do not overfill the fuel tank ATTENTION Wetting of plastic surfaces by fuel Damage to the surfaces surfaces become unsightly or du...

Page 105: ...pull tab 1 up The telltale light for the radio operated key flashes while the search for the radio operated key is in progress Again slowly pull up tab 1 of the fuel filler cap Fuel filler cap unlocks...

Page 106: ...ler cap locks immediately when you secure the steering lock or switch on the ignition Securing motorcycle for transportation Make sure that all compon ents that may come into con tact with tensioning...

Page 107: ...ng straps Use a cloth to protect painted components from scratches Guide the tensioning straps through the front suspension on the left and right and then tighten towards the bottom Secure and tighten...

Page 108: ...6 106 z Riding...

Page 109: ...tions 108 Anti lock brake system ABS 108 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 111 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA 113 Riding mode 113 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC 115 Shift assistant 116 Pullaway assista...

Page 110: ...The lower the coefficient of fric tion the longer the braking dis tance If the rider increases braking pressure to the extent that brak ing force exceeds the maximum transferrable limit the wheels st...

Page 111: ...king a high level of tyre grip can mean that the front wheel does not lock up until very late if at all Consequently ABS does not in tervene until very late if at all Under these circumstances the rea...

Page 112: ...ondition it is essen tial for you to comply strictly with the specified inspection intervals Reserves for safety The potentially shorter braking distances which BMW Motorrad Integral ABS permits must...

Page 113: ...Control DTC How does DTC work The BMW Motorrad DTC com pares the speed of rotation of the front wheel and the rear wheel The differential is used to com pute slip as a measure of the reserves of stabi...

Page 114: ...TC function is switched off Under these circumstances the indicator for a DTC fault is displayed Self diagnosis has to complete before fault messages can be issued The BMW Motorrad DTC can issue an er...

Page 115: ...ple of the system Dur ing this calibration chassis and suspension adjustment is not possible Riding mode Selection Three riding modes enable the motorcycle s characteristics to adapt to the prevailing...

Page 116: ...drift is perceptible Movements of the tail are clearly perceptible on slippery road surfaces wet bitumen or wet cobblestones DYNAMIC The DYNAMIC mode is the spor tiest mode Power increase and engine r...

Page 117: ...ding and the duration of the ride The tyre pressure readings shown by the multifunction display are temperature compensated the reference tyre temperature for these readings is always 20 C The gauges...

Page 118: ...to move the shift lever from its idle position in the desired dir ection against the force of the spring through a certain over travel at ordinary speed or rap idly and keep the shift lever in this p...

Page 119: ...lOE Hill Start Control is a pullaway assistant that operates on the partially integral ABS system to prevent the vehicle from rolling back on a gradient without the rider having to keep pressure ap pl...

Page 120: ...7 118 z Engineering details...

Page 121: ...nstructions 120 Toolkit 120 Front wheel stand 120 Engine oil 122 Brake system 123 Clutch 127 Coolant 127 Tyres 128 Rims and tyres 129 Wheels 129 Light source 136 Jump starting 140 Battery 141 Fuses 14...

Page 122: ...bly your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Toolkit Standard toolkit 1 Screwdriver handle 2 Reversible screwdriver blade Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 3 Torx wrench T25 T30 T25 on short end T30 on long end Re...

Page 123: ...slide the left hand mount ing bolt towards the inside so that it does not come into con tact with the sensor ring Push both mounting pins 2 through the triangles of the brake caliper anchorages just...

Page 124: ...e the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand Allow the engine to idle until the fan starts up then allow it to idle one minute longer Switch off the engine and wait for...

Page 125: ...ake sure that the oil level is correct Top up the engine oil to the specified level Checking engine oil level 122 Install the oil dipstick Brake system Checking function of brakes Make sure the ground...

Page 126: ...only without backing plate The wear indicators grooves must be clearly visible If the wear indicating marks are no longer clearly visible WARNING Brake pad thickness less than permissible minimum Dim...

Page 127: ...t dam age to the brakes In order to ensure the depend ability of the brake system do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum per missible thickness Have the brake pads replaced by a special...

Page 128: ...en surface and handlebars in straight ahead position If the brake fluid level drops be low the permitted level Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe cialist workshop preferably an...

Page 129: ...e permitted level Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Clutch Checking clutch function Pull the clutch lever The pres...

Page 130: ...preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Tyres Checking tyre pressure WARNING Incorrect tyre pressure Impaired handling characteristics of the motorcycle shorter useful tyre life Always check tha...

Page 131: ...re built into the main profile grooves on each tyre The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn down to the level of the marks The locations of the marks are indic ated on the edge of the tyre e...

Page 132: ...torrad dealer In some cases the data programmed into the control units can be changed to suit the new wheel sizes RDC label with tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE ATTENTION Tyre removal not in compli an...

Page 133: ...NTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on attempt to install the brake caliper or be cause brake pads have to be forced apart Do not operate the brakes with a brake caliper...

Page 134: ...o not loosen or remove this clamp Remove right hand axle clamp ing screw 2 Remove quick release axle 3 while supporting the wheel Roll the front wheel forward to remove Installing front wheel WARNING...

Page 135: ...nsert quick release axle 3 and tighten to specified torque Quick release axle in threaded bush wheel carrier 50 Nm Tighten right axle clamping screw 2 to the specified tight ening torque Clamping scre...

Page 136: ...ine Secure new cable tie 2 Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim Firmly pull the handbrake lever several times until a pressure point is perceptible Position the front wheel cover and install th...

Page 137: ...it out of the frame towards the rear Installing rear wheel WARNING Use of a non standard wheel Malfunctions in operation of ABS and DTC See the information on the ef fect of wheel size on the ABS and...

Page 138: ...uence 60 Nm Position the number plate car rier Install screws 1 on left and right Light source Replacing bulb for high beam headlight NOTICE The description below steps you through the procedure for r...

Page 139: ...otector 3 to wards the side Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to the bottom position with ECE audio system and preparation for navigation sys temOE Remove screws 1 Work s...

Page 140: ...the defective bulb Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Hold the bulb by the base only in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter Install bulb 4 making sure that tab 5 is correctly positio...

Page 141: ...aise the windscreen to the limit po sition Position the hand protector 3 and install the screw 2 Install screw 1 Switch off the ignition and wait until the windscreen has moved to the bottom position...

Page 142: ...the igni tion system when the engine is running ATTENTION Excessive current flowing when the motorcycle is jump started Wiring smoulders ignites or dam age to the on board electronics If the motorcycl...

Page 143: ...at 88 Battery Maintenance instructions Correct upkeep recharging and storage will prolong the life of the battery and are essential if warranty claims are to be con sidered Compliance with the points...

Page 144: ...ected directly to the battery posts ATTENTION Unsuitable chargers connec ted to a socket Damage to charger and vehicle electronics Use suitable BMW chargers The suitable charger is available from your...

Page 145: ...he ignition ATTENTION Battery not disconnected in accordance with correct pro cedure Risk of short circuit Always proceed in compliance with the specified disconnec tion sequence Remove the battery ea...

Page 146: ...nition Removing front seat 87 Pull off the fuse connector 1 ATTENTION Jumpering of blown fuses Risk of short circuit and fire Never attempt to jumper a blown fuse Always replace a defective fuse with...

Page 147: ...and preparation for nav igation systemOE or with preparation for nav igation systemOE 7 5 A Audio system 3 Not used with alarm system DWA OE or with central locking sys temOE 7 5 A Anti theft alarm Ce...

Page 148: ...8 146 z Maintenance...

Page 149: ...Accessories General instructions 148 Power sockets 148 Cases 149 Topcase 151 Navigation device 155 9 147 z Accessories...

Page 150: ...legal requirements Make sure that the vehicle does not infringe the national road vehicle construction and use regulations applicable in your country Also bear in mind the informa tion on the effect...

Page 151: ...ake sure that cables cannot be trapped Cases Open cases with central locking systemOE If applicable open the central locking Turn the key to the in the case lock to the position indicated by the dot P...

Page 152: ...Turn the key to the RELEASE position in the case lock The handle pops out Pull carry handle 3 up as far as it will go The case is released and can be removed Install cases Pull the handle up as far a...

Page 153: ...ombination described here are as follows Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle max 180 km h Payload per case max 10 kg Topcase Opening topcase with topcaseOA with ce...

Page 154: ...is not left in the topcase Push release lever 2 down until it engages Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock Removing rear seat Switch off the ignition...

Page 155: ...under the mountings 3 and push it down Install screws 1 Removing topcase with topcaseOA Removing front seat 87 Removing rear seat 152 Disconnect plug 1 Work the topcase end plug through to the rear Op...

Page 156: ...he rear and remove it from the luggage carrier Install the rear seat 153 Installing front seat 88 Installing topcase with topcaseOA Removing front seat 87 Removing rear seat 152 If applicable empty th...

Page 157: ...load and maximum permissible speed Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted as stated on the label inside the topcase Contact your authorised BMW Motorra...

Page 158: ...cover 4 Initially insert the navigation device into mount 5 then press it into latching mechanism 6 Check that the navigation device is secure in the cradle Press cover 7 to push cradle with navigatio...

Page 159: ...ve Install cover 4 Press cover 7 to push the cradle into the compartment until it snaps into position Install cap 2 Operating the navigation device with preparation for navigation systemOE with naviga...

Page 160: ...e Navigator Traffic channel TMC If the motorcycle is fitted with an audio system the audio system sends the traffic announcements to the Navigator The symbol de scribed in the operating instruc tions...

Page 161: ...saved in this way Subsequently the PIN does not have to be entered when the Navigator is switched on by ig nition ON while cradled in any of these vehicles If the Navigator is removed from the vehicle...

Page 162: ...9 160 z Accessories...

Page 163: ...re Care products 162 Washing the vehicle 162 Cleaning easily damaged compon ents 163 Paint care 163 Protective wax coating 164 Laying up the motorcycle 164 Restoring motorcycle to use 164 10 161 z Car...

Page 164: ...e vehicle To prevent stains do not wash the vehicle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sun light and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the vehicle is washed frequently especially d...

Page 165: ...et cloth Chrome Use plenty of water and BMW shampoo to clean chrome par ticularly if it has been exposed to road salt Use chrome polish for additional treatment Radiator Clean the radiator regularly t...

Page 166: ...pecks of tar Remember to wax the parts treated in this way Protective wax coating BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or products containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax It is time to r...

Page 167: ...el 168 Engine oil 168 Engine 169 Clutch 170 Transmission 170 Final drive 171 Frame 171 Chassis and suspension 172 Brakes 173 Wheels and tyres 173 Electrical system 175 Anti theft alarm 176 Dimensions...

Page 168: ...ult to start Possible cause Rectification Side stand is extended Retract the side stand Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever No fuel in tank Refuelling 101 Ba...

Page 169: ...30 10 9 30 Nm Clamping screw for quick re lease axle to wheel carrier M8 x 30 19 Nm Quick release axle in threaded bush wheel carrier M24 x 1 5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Rear wheel to wheel flange...

Page 170: ...Exhaust emissions standard EU 4 Engine oil Engine oil capacity approx 4 5 l with filter change Specification SAE 5W 40 API SL JASO MA2 Additives e g molybdenum based are not permissible because they c...

Page 171: ...head camshafts liquid cool ing electronic fuel injection integrated six speed cassette gearbox dry sump lubrication Displacement 1649 cm3 Cylinder bore 72 0 mm Piston stroke 67 5 mm Compression ratio...

Page 172: ...shift 6 speed gearbox with helical gearing Gearbox transmission ratios 1 617 Primary transmission ratio 2 230 1st gear 1 641 2nd gear 1 319 3rd gear 1 101 4th gear 0 926 5th gear 0 788 6th gear 0 913...

Page 173: ...ralever Number of teeth in bevel gears gear ratio 2 750 33 12 Frame Frame type Aluminium composite bridge frame engine also load bearing Type plate location Front right wheel carrier Position of the V...

Page 174: ...al suspension strut with electrically adjustable damping action Spring travel front 115 mm at wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Central suspension strut activated using a lever system Electrica...

Page 175: ...rear brake Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 2 piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake pad material rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets An overview of currently app...

Page 176: ...in 58 Permissible front wheel imbalance max 5 g Rear wheel Rear wheel type Aluminium casting Rear wheel rim size 6 00 x 17 Tyre designation rear 190 55 ZR 17 Load index rear tyre 75 Permissible rear w...

Page 177: ...ufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI 8 Electrode gap of spark plug 0 8 0 1 mm when new 1 mm Wear limit Lighting Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulbs for the low beam headlight Xenon D1S 12...

Page 178: ...i theft alarm Activation time on arming approx 30 s Alarm duration approx 26 s Activation time between two alarms 15 s Battery type CR 123 A Remote control Range of the remote control approx 10 m Sign...

Page 179: ...rcycle 1000 mm beyond mirrors Front seat height 810 830 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight with front seat lowOE 780 800 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight Rider s inside leg arc heel to heel...

Page 180: ...ehicle kerb weight 334 kg DIN unladen weight ready for operation 90 refuelled without OE Permissible gross weight 540 kg Maximum payload 206 kg Riding specifications Top speed 200 km h 11 178 z Techni...

Page 181: ...Service BMW Motorrad Service 180 BMW Motorrad Mobility services 180 Maintenance work 180 Maintenance schedule 183 Confirmation of maintenance work 184 Confirmation of service 198 12 179 z Service...

Page 182: ...compliance with the maintenance intervals specified for your motorcycle Have all maintenance and re pair work that is carried out con firmed in the Service chapter in this manual For generous treat me...

Page 183: ...might have to bring in their vehicles for service before the next scheduled date It is to allow for these cases that a maximum odometer reading is entered as well in the confirma tion of service Serv...

Page 184: ...12 182 z Service...

Page 185: ...earance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Check the bearing for de flection on the rear wheel swinging arm 8 Oil change in bevel gears rear 9 Change brake fluid entire system a annually or every 10000 km wh...

Page 186: ...or wear Checking the brake fluid level of the front wheel brake Checking rear brake pads and brake disc for wear Checking brake fluid level rear brakes Checking the clutch system Checking coolant leve...

Page 187: ...Pre delivery Check Completed on Stamp signature BMW Running in Check Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature 12 185 z Serv...

Page 188: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 189: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 190: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 191: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 192: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 193: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 194: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 195: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 196: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 197: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 198: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 199: ...amp signature Item Yes No BMW Motorrad Service standard scope Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection a...

Page 200: ...n of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work the installation of optional accessories and if appropriate special campaign recall work Item Odometer reading Date 12 198...

Page 201: ...Item Odometer reading Date 12 199 z Service...

Page 202: ...12 200 z Service...

Page 203: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobil iser 202 Certificate for Remote Control 204 Certificate for Keyless Ride 208 Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con trol RDC 210 13 201 z Appendix...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...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 206: ...mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschl gigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet Eesti K esolevaga kinnitab Meta System S p A seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999 5...

Page 207: ...imus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Nederlands Hierbij verklaart Meta System S p A dat het toestel PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van...

Page 208: ...ser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG slenska H r me l sir Meta System S p A yfir v a PF240009 er samr mi vi grunnkr fur og a rar kr fur sem ger ar eru tilskipun 1999 5 EC Norsk Meta System S p A erkl...

Page 209: ...R To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC This product is in conformity with the following s...

Page 210: ...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 211: ...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 212: ...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 213: ...he vehicle 14 remove 143 Technical data 175 Warning for battery charge current 37 Warning for battery voltage low 36 Brake fluid Checking fluid level front 125 Checking fluid level rear 126 Reservoir...

Page 214: ...Electrics Technical data 175 Emergency call operate 53 Reading 40 Emergency off switch kill switch 17 operate 52 Emissions warning light 31 Engine Indicator light for engine electronics 31 Malfunctio...

Page 215: ...5 Operating 59 Headlight Adjusting right hand left hand traffic 56 Headlight beam throw adjustment 11 Warning for driving on left driving on right 35 Warning for unknown position 35 Heated handlebar g...

Page 216: ...structions 120 Maintenance schedule 183 Maintenance intervals 180 Mirrors Adjusting 86 Mobility services 180 Motorcycle care 161 cleaning 161 Lashing 104 parking 100 Multifunction display 18 Control 1...

Page 217: ...ering details 116 slipstream deflector Adjusting 87 Spark plugs Technical data 175 Speedometer 18 Spring preload Adjuster rear 11 Adjusting 72 Starting 94 Control 17 Steering lock Locking 46 Stowage c...

Page 218: ...theft alarm 37 Battery charge current 37 Bulb defect 35 Central locking 38 Coolant temperature 31 DTC 39 Electronic immobiliser 30 Engine electronics 31 Engine oil level 32 Fuel reserve 40 Headlight i...

Page 219: ...14 217 z Index...

Page 220: ...cies Dimensions weights fuel con sumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tol erances The right to modify designs equipment and accessories is reserved Errors and omissions excepted 2...

Page 221: ...el capacity approx 26 5 l Reserve fuel approx 4 l Tyre pressure Tyre pressure front 2 9 bar Tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 9 bar Tyre cold For further information on all aspects of your motorcycle vis...

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