BMW Motorrad K 1600B Series Page 86 Rider'S Manual Download

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Disconnect plug

of the seat

heating and remove the seat.
Place the seat, upholstered
side down, on a clean surface.

Install seat

Connect plug connection

the seat heating.

Position the seat with
mounts

in rubber buffers

on left and right.

Lower the rear of the seat and
engage the seat in the latching
mechanism.

Storage compartments

with storage compartment

Operating the storage
compartment

with central locking system

Open the central locking sys-
tem, if necessary.

Turn key in the storage com-
partment lock to the position
indicated by the dot.

Operation

Summary of Contents for K 1600B Series

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model K1600B 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: ...information on maintenance and care to help you maintain your motorcycle s reliability and safety as well as its value Documentation confirming per formance of scheduled mainte nance is a preconditio...

Page 4: ...ing lights 28 4 Operation 49 Steering and ignition lock 50 Ignition 50 Ignition with Key less Ride 51 Emergency on off switch kill switch 56 Reverser 56 Lights 58 Hazard warning flashers 60 Turn indic...

Page 5: ...ne oil 122 Brake system 123 Clutch 127 Coolant 127 Tires 128 Rims and tires 129 Wheels 129 Light sources 136 Jump starting 141 Battery 142 Fuses 145 Diagnostic connector 146 9 Accessories 149 General...

Page 6: ...torrad Service History 179 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 180 Maintenance proce dures 180 Maintenance schedule 183 Maintenance confirma tions 184 Service confirmations 198 13 Appendix 201 Certificate...

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

Page 8: ...to avoid this 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...

Page 9: ...data contained this Rider s Manual refer to the Ger man DIN standards and comply with their tolerance specifications The technical data and speci fications in this Rider s Manual serve as points of r...

Page 10: ...nerated data or data ex changed between control units for example Some control units are required for safe vehicle op eration or provide driving assis tance such as driver assistance systems Control u...

Page 11: ...hicle owner can have a BMW Motorrad retailer or other qualified service partner or spe cialist workshop read out the data stored in the vehicle for a fee if required The vehicle data is read out via t...

Page 12: ...der and fault memory When a vehicle is serviced such as for repairs servicing processes warranty cases and quality assurance measures this technical information can be read out from the vehicle togeth...

Page 13: ...nal re quest as part of the use of online services The data transmitted depends on the selected settings when using the services Integrating mobile end de vices Depending on the equipment mobile end d...

Page 14: ...e manufacturer s IT sys tems which are intended for this purpose Any collection processing and use of personal data that goes beyond the provision of services take place only as permitted by law on th...

Page 15: ...Overviews General view left side 15 General view right side 17 Underneath the seat 18 Multifunction switch left 19 Multifunction switch right 21 Instrument cluster 22 2 13 z Overviews...

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

Page 17: ...Operating panel for the audio system see separate operating instructions 3 Seat lock 83 4 Passenger seat heating rocker switch 82 5 Load capacity table Tire inflation pressure table 6 Storage compart...

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

Page 19: ...d side panel 127 5 Type plate on the front suspension 6 Wind deflection wing 89 7 Engine number above the engine oil filler opening Vehicle identification num ber above the engine oil filler opening o...

Page 20: ...Underneath the seat 1 Rider s Manual US Model 2 Fuses 145 3 Battery 142 4 Standard tool kit 120 5 Data link connector 146 2 18 z Overviews...

Page 21: ...arning lights sys tem 60 4 with reverserOE Reverser 57 5 with additional head lightOE Additional headlight 59 6 Windshield 88 7 Turn indicators 61 8 Horn 9 Multi Controller and MENU button Multifuncti...

Page 22: ...10 Selecting the Favorite menu 65 2 20 z Overviews...

Page 23: ...Multifunction switch right 1 with central locking sys temOE Central locking system 77 2 Select riding mode 73 3 Emergency on off switch kill switch 56 4 Starting engine 94 2 21 z Overviews...

Page 24: ...eparationOE with navigation systemOA Navigation device 152 5 Photosensor for adjusting brightness of instrument lighting 6 Tachometer 7 Multifunction display 27 NOTICE The brightness of the indicator...

Page 25: ...Displays Indicator and warning lights 24 Meaning of symbols 25 Multifunction display 27 Warning lights 28 3 23 z Displays...

Page 26: ...44 3 Turn indicator left 4 Fuel reserve 46 5 High beam 6 Turn indicator right 7 Anti theft alarm system 68 8 Additional headlight 59 9 Cruise control 74 10 General warning light in conjunction with wa...

Page 27: ...now on board 45 Average speed since last reset 66 Ambient temperature 35 with tire pressure monitor TPM OE Tire pressures 38 Stopwatch 67 Travel times 67 Date display mode de pends on the time format...

Page 28: ...5 Damping 6 Vehicle load 3 26 z Displays...

Page 29: ...ghts 28 5 Menu panel 62 Area for messages relating to the audio system 6 Onboard computer 66 with tire pressure moni tor TPM OE TPM readings 7 Seat heating 82 Heated handlebar grips 81 D ESA settings...

Page 30: ...in combination with a warning symbol such as for ex ample 2 appearing in the mul tifunction display The universal warning lamp shows red or yel low depending on the urgency of the warning Up to four...

Page 31: ...mmobilizer is active 35 The remote key outside reception area symbol is dis played Radio operated key outside reception range 35 The battery symbol is displayed Replace battery of radio operated key 3...

Page 32: ...tire symbol is displayed The critical tire pressure is displayed in red Tire inflation pressure is outside ap proved range 38 The general warn ing light lights up yellow The tire symbol and or are di...

Page 33: ...e low beam headlight restricted 41 Headlamp with Left Right appears on the display Headlight aiming changed 41 The general warn ing light lights up yellow Bulb symbol with arrow pointing to the rear a...

Page 34: ...42 The general warn ing light lights up red The battery symbol is displayed Battery charge current insufficient 42 The anti theft alarm system battery symbol appears on the display Anti theft alarm b...

Page 35: ...ight up ABS error 44 The DTC indicator light flashes rapidly DTC intervention 44 The DTC indicator light flashes slowly DTC self diagnosis not completed 44 The DTC indicator light lights up DTC deacti...

Page 36: ...s yellow Stop symbol flashes briefly Hill Start Control Pro is automatically de activated 46 The general warn ing lamp flashes yellow Stop symbol flashes briefly Hill Start Control Pro cannot be activ...

Page 37: ...The ambient temperature mea sured at the vehicle is lower than 37 F 3 C WARNING Risk of black ice even above 37 F 3 C Accident hazard At a low outside temperature icy conditions must expected on bridg...

Page 38: ...ransmitter is no longer charged to full capacity Operation of the key fob transmitter is only ensured for a limited time Coolant temperature too high The general warning light lights up red The temper...

Page 39: ...a serious fault WARNING Damage to engine during emergency operation Accident hazard Drive slowly and avoid rapid acceleration and passing ma neuvers If possible have the vehicle picked up and the fau...

Page 40: ...the left side 1 indicates the front tire s inflation pressure while the figure on the right 2 shows the inflation pressure in the rear tire is displayed after the ignition is switched on as the tire p...

Page 41: ...If you are unsure about the tire s suitability for continued riding Do not continue riding Contact roadside service Sensor defective or system fault with tire pressure monitor TPM OE The general warn...

Page 42: ...Battery of tire inflation pressure sensor weak with tire pressure monitor TPM OE The general warning light lights up yellow The TPM battery symbol appears on the display NOTICE This fault message is o...

Page 43: ...ight is switched off Possible cause Headlight alignment has been changed from the as delivered condition Setting right or left hand traffic 59 Rear light failure The general warning light lights up ye...

Page 44: ...er or auxiliary headlights Onboard system voltage critical The general warning light lights up yellow The split battery symbol appears on the display Generator power is no longer sufficient to supply...

Page 45: ...ti theft alarm battery no longer has its full capacity The operation of the anti theft alarm system is only ensured for a lim ited time with the motorcycle battery disconnected Contact an authorized s...

Page 46: ...Observe additional information on situa tions which can lead to an ABS error 109 Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an au thorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re...

Page 47: ...control unit has de tected a fault Motorcycle damp ing is in this condition very firm and riding is rather uncomfortable in particular on rough roads Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possibl...

Page 48: ...Start Control Pro active Stop symbol is displayed Possible cause Hill Start Control Pro 117 was activated automatically or was activated by the driver Turn off Hill Start Control Pro Using Hill Start...

Page 49: ...riving with overheated brakes Risk of accident due to brake failure Adapt driving style Use the engine brake to avoid frequent braking WARNING Failure to observe mainte nance intervals Accident hazard...

Page 50: ...fore the service date the current day s date must be reset in the in strument cluster This situa tion can occur if the battery was disconnected Service overdue The service symbol is dis played The gen...

Page 51: ...0 Turn indicators 61 Multifunction display 62 On board computer 66 Trip recorder 67 Anti theft alarm system DWA 68 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 72 Electronic chassis and suspension adjustment D ESA 72...

Page 52: ...On level ground always turn the handlebars to the left to set the steering lock Otherwise the angle of the ground determines whether the handlebars are set to the left or right Turn handlebars to left...

Page 53: ...ore further vehicle keys separately from the ignition key If you lose an ignition key you can have it disabled by your BMW Motorrad partner When having a key disabled you should also bring all of the...

Page 54: ...ve Range of Keyless Ride radio operated key Approx 3 3 ft Approx 1 m Locking handlebars with Keyless RideOE Requirement Handlebars are turned to left or right Requirement Radio operated key is within...

Page 55: ...Pre Ride Check in progress 95 ABS self diagnosis is being performed 95 DTC self diagnosis is per formed 96 Switch off ignition with Keyless RideOE Requirement Radio operated key is within re ception r...

Page 56: ...ng a key dis abled you should also bring all of the motorcycle s remaining keys with you The engine can no longer be started using a disabled radio operated key however a dis abled radio operated key...

Page 57: ...battery of the key fob transmitter no longer has its full charging capacity Replace battery The battery symbol is dis played Press button 1 Key bit folds open Press battery cover 2 upward at recess fo...

Page 58: ...itch kill switch WARNING Operation of the emergency ON OFF switch when riding Danger of falling due to blocking of rear wheel Do not operate the emergency ON OFF switch when riding The engine can be s...

Page 59: ...ep gradients Gradient for reverser max 7 Activating reverser Press button 1 Gear indicator switches from N to R The reverser can be used as soon as the display R stops flashing Using reverser Press an...

Page 60: ...au tomatically when the ignition is switched on NOTICE The parking lights are a strain on the battery Do not leave the ignition switched on longer than absolutely necessary Headlight low beam The hea...

Page 61: ...in which the traffic drives on the right hand side of the road L hand traffic for coun tries in which the traffic drives on the left hand side of the road Headlight range The xenon headlight has con t...

Page 62: ...he ignition Call up the Settings menu and then select the Vehicle menu item Select the Ground light menu item On ground light comes on for a brief period after the ignition is turned off Off ground li...

Page 63: ...ess button 1 to right to switch on right side turn signals Move button 1 to center posi tion to switch off turn signals Comfort turn signals When button 1 is pressed to the right or left the turn sign...

Page 64: ...ext menu the number of menus depends on the vehicle equip ment Direct access to a selectable menu is possible using button 3 Up to the Audio area the Settings menu can only be called up when the vehic...

Page 65: ...be called up by pressing the Multi Controller to the right For differing meanings of average values and the list se lection see 63 Making a setting Direct selection If the cursor is placed on a menu i...

Page 66: ...Set numerical value If there are multiple numerical values between the arrows 3 these can be increased or de creased by turning the Multi Controller upwards or downwards respectively Switch between th...

Page 67: ...1 must be pressed to the left in a main menu Selecting the Favorite menu Select the desired main menu Press and hold button 3 The diamond appears to the right of the menu des ignation The selected men...

Page 68: ...when Reset appears on the display press the Multi Controller to the right and hold it in this position Make the desired settings us ing the Multi Controller On board computer Selecting display reading...

Page 69: ...troller 1 to the right to reset the stopwatch Measuring travel times Call up the Info menu and then select the Trav times menu item Press and hold the Multi Con troller 1 to the right to reset the tra...

Page 70: ...f applicable turn on the Au tomatic activation of the anti theft alarm after ignition OFF function Anti theft alarm system set tings 71 Switch off ignition Activation takes 30 seconds to complete Turn...

Page 71: ...ey twice NOTICE See also the other functions of the remote control for the central locking system Activation takes 30 seconds to complete Turn indicators are illuminated twice Confirmation tone sounds...

Page 72: ...u can cancel an alarm at any time without deactivating the DWA by pressing button 2 on the remote key or key fob trans mitter If an alarm was triggered while the motorcycle was unattended the rider is...

Page 73: ...deactivated Anti theft alarm system settings Call up the Settings menu and select the Vehicle Alarm system menu item The following settings are avail able Automatic mode On anti theft alarm system is...

Page 74: ...urn on the DTC Alternative turn the ignition off and on again The DTC indicator light goes out if self diagnosis has not been completed the DTC indicator light begins to flash Electronic chassis and s...

Page 75: ...wn in gray during the adjustment procedure Riding mode Setting riding mode Switch on the ignition Press button 1 NOTICE Details on the selectable driving modes are provided in the chap ter Technology...

Page 76: ...operable Store speed Briefly press button 2 forward NOTICE The cruise control can be set within a speed range from 19 mph 30 km h to 124 mph 200 km h Indicator light for cruise control system lights...

Page 77: ...acti vate cruise control system Cruise control indicator lamp goes out Resuming former cruising speed Briefly push button 2 back to return to the speed saved be forehand NOTICE Opening the throttle do...

Page 78: ...brake lever 1 again NOTICE If Hill Start Control Pro is deacti vated using the brake lever auto matic Hill Start Control is deacti vated for the next 4 m Alternatively drive off in 1st or 2nd gear NO...

Page 79: ...Control Pro select Off The selected setting is retained even after the ignition is turned off Central locking system Locking with central locking systemOE Turn on ignition and press but ton 3 NOTICE...

Page 80: ...ghtOA The ground light will be turned on briefly if the remote key is used to unlock the vehicle with the ignition turned off Emergency release with central locking systemOE If the central locking sys...

Page 81: ...l the remote keys Step through the following pro cedure with each remote key in turn Press and hold down buttons 1 and 2 until LED 3 stops flash ing LED 3 flashes for about ten seconds Release buttons...

Page 82: ...d 2 until LED 3 stops flash ing LED 3 flashes for about ten seconds Release buttons 1 and 2 LED 3 is illuminated Press button 1 or button 2 LED 3 goes out Replacing battery in the remote control unit...

Page 83: ...control lights up the remote control has to be synchronized Press button 1 twice LED 3 flashes for a few sec onds The remote control is again ready to be used Handle heat Operating the grip heating S...

Page 84: ...up the Seat heating menu The rider s seat has five stage heating Stage five is for heating the seat quickly it is advisable to switch back to a lower stage as soon as the seat is warm Select the desir...

Page 85: ...position Heating off 3 Switch in one dot position 50 heating output 4 Switch in two dot position 100 heating output Symbol 1 appears on the display indicating that the rear seat heat ing is ON If this...

Page 86: ...seat with mounts 3 in rubber buffers 4 on left and right Lower the rear of the seat and engage the seat in the latching mechanism Storage compartments with storage compartmentOE Operating the storage...

Page 87: ...mpart ment on the right side ATTENTION High temperatures in storage compartments Damage to stored items or de vices Refer to the device operating instructions for possible usage restrictions Do not pl...

Page 88: ...4 86 z Operation...

Page 89: ...Setting Mirrors 88 Windshield 88 Wind deflection wing 89 Clutch 89 Brakes 90 5 87 z Setting...

Page 90: ...ield Turn off ignition The windshield automatically moves to the lower end posi tion If the windshield encounters re sistance before reaching the end position the pressure sensitive finger guard syste...

Page 91: ...sition of the clutch fluid reservoir Air in the clutch system Do not turn the handlebar fit ting on the handlebar WARNING Adjusting the clutch lever while driving Accident hazard Adjust the clutch lev...

Page 92: ...cident hazard Only adjust the brake lever when the motorcycle is stationary Turn adjusting wheel 1 into desired position NOTICE The adjustment wheel can be turned more easily if you press the handbrak...

Page 93: ...tion 92 Observe checklist 94 Always before riding off 94 At every third refueling stop 94 Starting 94 Breaking in 97 Brakes 98 Parking your motorcycle 100 Refueling 100 Securing motorcycle for trans p...

Page 94: ...pension damping rate settings and tire inflation pressures for the current gross motorcycle weight Make sure that weight is uni formly distributed between right and left Pack heavy pieces of luggage a...

Page 95: ...arking the motorcycle make sure that no persons or objects come into contact with the engine and exhaust system Catalytic converter There is a danger of overheating and damage if misfiring causes unbu...

Page 96: ...ng tire tread depth 129 Check secure hold of cases and luggage At every third refueling stop Check engine oil level 122 Check front brake pad thick ness 124 Check rear brake pad thickness 124 Checking...

Page 97: ...g light and the indicators The logo is shown in the display during this Phase 1 The ABS indicator and warning light light up The general warning light lights up yellow Phase 2 The ABS indicator and wa...

Page 98: ...n authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer DTC self diagnosis The self diagnosis routine is determining whether BMW Motorrad DTC is ready for operation The self diagnosis routine runs automatically when you s...

Page 99: ...0 1000 km Have the first break in service performed after 300 750 mls 500 1200 km Brake pads New brake pads must be run in before they achieve their opti mum friction force This initial reduction in b...

Page 100: ...d with great force dynamic load distribution lags behind the progressive in creases in deceleration rate and the braking force cannot be com pletely transferred to the road surface BMW Motorrad Integr...

Page 101: ...e rider is always responsi ble for adapting his her driving style Do not reduce the system s ex tra safety margin with careless riding or unnecessary risks ABS Pro is available in all riding modes Fal...

Page 102: ...tand with center standOE Switch off engine ATTENTION Poor ground conditions in area of stand Component damage cause by tipping over Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm ATTEN...

Page 103: ...ces become unattractive or cloudy Immediately clean plastic sur faces after contact with fuel Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Open protective cap Unlock fuel tank with...

Page 104: ...under exposure to heat with overfilled fuel tank Accident hazard Do not overfill the fuel tank ATTENTION Contact of fuel and plastic surfaces Damage to surfaces become unattractive or cloudy Immediate...

Page 105: ...owly pull up lug 1 The indicator light for the radio operated key flashes as long as the radio operated key is being searched for Slowly pull lug 1 of fuel filler cap upward again Fuel filler cap unlo...

Page 106: ...locks immediately when the steering lock is locked or dur ing starting Securing motorcycle for transport Protect against scratching all components where tensioning straps are routed For exam ple use a...

Page 107: ...a cloth Pass the straps on left and right through the front suspension and strap the motorcycle down Place straps at rear on both sides on rear frame and ten sion Do not pull the straps over the foot...

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

Page 109: ...ntilock Braking System ABS 108 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 111 Electronic chassis and suspension adjustment D ESA 113 Riding mode 113 Tire pressure control TPC RDC 115 Shift assistant 116 Hill Start...

Page 110: ...ficient than a dry clean asphalt surface The poorer the friction coefficient of the road surface is the longer the braking distance will be If the maximum transferrable braking force is exceeded when...

Page 111: ...f at all Under these circumstances the rear wheel can lift off the ground and the outcome can be a high siding situation in which the mo torcycle can flip over WARNING Lifting off of the rear wheel du...

Page 112: ...for careless riding ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety margin in genuine emer gencies Be careful in curves When you apply the brakes on a corner the motorcycle s weight and momentum take ov...

Page 113: ...thus the sta bility reserves at the rear wheel The engine management system adapts the engine torque when the slip limit is exceeded WARNING Risky riding style Risk of accident despite DTC The rider...

Page 114: ...ill be displayed The BMW Motorrad DTC can issue an error message under the exceptional riding conditions outlined below Unusual riding conditions Driving on the rear wheel wheelie for a longer period...

Page 115: ...is functioning properly The chassis and suspension cannot be adjusted while the system is being calibrated Riding mode Selection Three riding modes allow the motorcycle s characteristics to adapt to t...

Page 116: ...tones Slight rear wheel drift is perceptible Movements of the tail are clearly perceptible on slippery road surfaces wet bi tumen or wet cobblestones DYNAMIC The DYNAMIC mode is the sportiest mode Pow...

Page 117: ...re as well as in response to driving style and trip duration The tire pressures are shown temperature compensated in the multifunction display they refer to a tire temperature of 68 F 20 C No temperat...

Page 118: ...hange gear the gearshift lever previously not op erated must be moved against the force of the spring by a cer tain amount of overtravel in the desired direction with a normal to brisk action and held...

Page 119: ...The brake is released quickly when driving off making it possible to drive off more smoothly Additional turning of the throttle grip is hardly necessary Stopping on a steeper slope increases the amoun...

Page 120: ...l integral ABS brake system sets a speed of approx 3 km h The driver must brake the vehi cle manually After two minutes or when the brake is applied Hill Start Con trol Pro is deactivated com pletely...

Page 121: ...0 Tool kit 120 Front wheel stand 120 Engine oil 122 Brake system 123 Clutch 127 Coolant 127 Tires 128 Rims and tires 129 Wheels 129 Light sources 136 Jump starting 141 Battery 142 Fuses 145 Diagnostic...

Page 122: ...are in doubt consult an authorized workshop preferably your au thorized BMW Motorrad retailer Tool kit Standard tool kit 1 Screwdriver handle 2 Reversible screwdriver in sert Phillips PH1 and Torx T25...

Page 123: ...W Motorrad Integral ABS Only push the left mounting pin so far inward that it does not touch the sensor ring Push two mounting pins 2 through triangles of brake caliper support toward the inside so th...

Page 124: ...t op erating temperature vertically with center standOE Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle at operating temperature on its center stand Allow engine to idle until fan starts then...

Page 125: ...l Engine damage Always make sure that the oil level is correct Add engine oil up to specified level Check engine oil level 122 Install oil dipstick Brake system Checking brake operation Make sure grou...

Page 126: ...ings grooves must be clearly visible If the wear indicators are no longer clearly visible WARNING Dropping below the minimum pad thickness Reduced braking action damage to the brake In order to ensur...

Page 127: ...tion damage to the brake In order to ensure the operat ing reliability of the brake sys tem make sure that the brake pads are not worn beyond their minimum thickness Have the brake pads replaced at an...

Page 128: ...raight ahead If brake fluid level falls below the approved level Have defect corrected as soon as possible by an authorized workshop preferably an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Checking rear brake...

Page 129: ...falls below the approved level Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Clutch Check clutch function Pull back the clutc...

Page 130: ...kshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Tires Checking tire pressure WARNING Incorrect tire inflation pres sure Poorer handling characteristic of motorcycle reduction of tire service lif...

Page 131: ...asure tire tread depth in main tread grooves with wear indicating marks NOTICE Tread wear marks are integrated into the main grooves on every tire If the tire tread has worn down to the level of the m...

Page 132: ...t wheels please contact a specialist service facility preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer In some cases the data stored in the control units can be adapted for the new wheel sizes TPC RDC sticker with...

Page 133: ...ipers ATTENTION Unintentional pressing to gether of brake pads Component damage when mounting the brake caliper or when pressing the brake pads apart Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper r...

Page 134: ...hreaded bushing in position and must not be loosened or removed Remove right hand axle clamp ing screw 2 Remove quick release axle 3 while supporting wheel Roll front wheel forward to re move it Insta...

Page 135: ...m Roll front wheel into front suspension Lift front wheel and install quick release axle 3 with torque Quick release axle in threaded bush wheel carrier 37 lb ft 50 Nm Tighten the right hand axle clam...

Page 136: ...ke line Secure new cable tie 2 Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim Press handbrake lever firmly a number of times until resis tance point is noticeable Install front wheel cover and fit screws 1 on le...

Page 137: ...f a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications Malfunctions during control inter ventions by ABS and DTC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and DTC chassis...

Page 138: ...b ft 60 Nm Folding out license plate car rier 1 Install screws 2 Light sources Replacing high beam light source NOTICE The description below steps you through the procedure for replac ing the left bul...

Page 139: ...ts highest position Remove screw 1 Remove screw 2 and work hand guard 3 to the side to remove Turn off the ignition and wait until the windshield has moved to its lowest position with audio system US...

Page 140: ...g clip 3 at left and right and swing it up Remove bulb 4 Replace defective light source Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W To protect the glass against soiling only grasp the light source by th...

Page 141: ...with audio system US version with navigation preparationOE Connect plug connection 3 Set speaker unit in mount 4 Install screws 1 Turn on ignition and raise windshield to its highest position Fit han...

Page 142: ...all three lugs are firmly seated in the mount Tighten screw 1 Fit side cover 3 and install screw 2 Align wind deflection wing 1 Replace additional LED headlight with additional headlightOE The auxili...

Page 143: ...ycle electronics Do not jump start the motor cycle using the power socket only via the battery terminal ATTENTION Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and mo torcycle Danger of short circuit...

Page 144: ...not open the battery Do not top up with water Be sure to read and comply with the instructions for charg ing the battery on the following pages Do not turn the battery upside down ATTENTION Dischargin...

Page 145: ...know when the battery is fully charged The onboard socket is switched off when this happens Comply with operating instruc tions of charger NOTICE If you are unable to charge the battery via the onboa...

Page 146: ...negative battery cable 1 Detach the protective cap 2 and remove the positive battery cable 3 Lift the battery up and out use tilting movements if it is difficult to move Install battery Place battery...

Page 147: ...tion Disconnect fuse connector 1 ATTENTION Bypassing defective fuses Risk of short circuit and fire Do not bypass defective fuses Replace defective fuses with new fuses Consult the fuse assignment dia...

Page 148: ...alfunc tions Only have the data link con nector disconnected by a spe cialist workshop or other autho rized persons during your next BMW Service appointment Have the work performed by appropriately tr...

Page 149: ...Plug the diagnostic connec tor 2 into the seat bracket 3 The locks 1 engage Install seat 84 8 147 z Maintenance...

Page 150: ...8 148 z Maintenance...

Page 151: ...Accessories General notes 150 Onboard power outlets 150 Case 151 Navigation device 152 9 149 z Accessories...

Page 152: ...irements for any modifications The mo torcycle must not violate the reg ulations governing motorcycle approval for highway use applica ble in your own country Note the information on the im portance o...

Page 153: ...t ing cable from power sockets to additional devices Cables must not hinder the rider s movement Cables must not restrict the steering angle and driving char acteristics Cables must not become trapped...

Page 154: ...oad ac cording to sign in the case If you cannot find your combination of motorcycle and case on the label contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer The following values apply to the combination described he...

Page 155: ...cradle with navigation device into the slot until it snaps into position Remove navigation device with navigation systemOA Switch on the ignition Press button 1 to open the slot for the navigation de...

Page 156: ...om puter Zoom performs functions marked with a sign in the navigation system In the map view for instance the view zooms in on the map detail Zoom performs functions marked with a sign in the navigati...

Page 157: ...r transmits the time and date to the motorcycle In order for the instrument cluster to accept this information it has to be activated in the user set tings of the motorcycle Security settings A four d...

Page 158: ...9 156 z Accessories...

Page 159: ...Care Care products 158 Washing your motorcycle 158 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 159 Paint care 160 Protective wax coating 160 Store motorcycle 160 Return motorcycle to use 160 10 157 z Care...

Page 160: ...cle To prevent stains do not wash the motorcycle immediately after it has been exposed to bright sunlight and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the motorcycle is washed frequently especially du...

Page 161: ...ing the affected areas with a wet cloth Chrome Carefully clean chrome parts with plenty of water and BMW Motorrad Care Products motorcycle cleaner This is particularly important in the case of road sa...

Page 162: ...ean cloth or cotton ball BMW Motorrad recom mends removing tar stains with BMW tar remover Then add a protective wax coating to the paint at these locations Protective wax coating Apply a preservative...

Page 163: ...Fuel 164 Engine oil 164 Engine 165 Clutch 166 Transmission 166 Rear wheel drive 167 Frame 167 Suspension 168 Brakes 168 Wheels and tires 169 Electrical system 171 Anti theft alarm system 173 Dimensio...

Page 164: ...aged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch No fuel in tank Refueling 101 Battery drained Charge battery Overheating protection for starter motor has ac tivated Starter motor can only be ac...

Page 165: ...m Clamping screw for quick re lease axle to wheel carrier M8 x 30 14 lb ft 19 Nm Quick release axle in threaded bush wheel carrier M24 x 1 5 37 lb ft 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Tighten rear wheel on...

Page 166: ...pprox 41 mpg Approx 5 7 l 100 km accord ing to WMTC Engine oil Engine oil capacity Approx 1 2 gal Approx 4 5 l with filter replace ment Specification SAE 5W 40 API SL JASO MA2 Additives for in stance...

Page 167: ...jection integral six speed cassette gearbox dry sump lu brication Displacement 1649 cc 1649 cm3 Cylinder bore 2 8 in 72 0 mm Piston stroke 2 7 in 67 5 mm Compression ratio 12 2 1 Rated output 160 hp 1...

Page 168: ...gn Claw shifted 6 speed transmission with helical cut splines Transmission gear ratios 1 617 Primary gear ratio 2 230 1st gear 1 641 2nd gear 1 319 3rd gear 1 101 4th gear 0 926 5th gear 0 788 6th gea...

Page 169: ...lever Number of teeth in bevel gears gear ratio 2 750 33 12 Frame Frame design Aluminum composite bridge frame integrated en gine Location of type plate Wheel carrier front top right Location of the v...

Page 170: ...ing adjustable rebound stage damping and spring preload Spring travel rear 4 9 in 125 mm on wheel Brakes Front wheel Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin rotor disk brake with 4 piston fixe...

Page 171: ...min 4 9 mm Wear limit Blow by clearance of footbrake lever min 0 04 in min 1 mm Measuring point between piston and pushrod Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tir...

Page 172: ...ront wheel load max 467 lbs max 212 kg Permissible front wheel imbalance max 0 2 oz max 5 g Rear wheel Rear wheel design Cast aluminum Rear wheel rim size 6 00 x 17 Rear tire designation 190 55 ZR 17...

Page 173: ...42 1 psi 2 9 bar One up and two up riding with load with cold tires Electrical system Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A all slots in total Battery Battery design Absorbent Glass Mat Batte...

Page 174: ...Bulb for taillight brake light LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear LED Light source for license plate light W5W 12 V 5 W Fuses Fuse carrier 1 40 A...

Page 175: ...Approx 26 s Activation time between two alarms 15 s Battery type CR 1632 A Remote control Range of remote control Approx 32 8 ft Approx 10 m Signal frequency 20 kHz wideband Transmission frequency 433...

Page 176: ...s seat height 29 5 in 750 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight Rider s inside leg arc heel to heel 67 7 in 1720 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight Weights Vehicle curb weight 741 lbs 336 kg DIN...

Page 177: ...Performance data Top speed 124 mph 200 km h Top speed with running boardOE max 112 mph max 180 km h Maximum speed when riding with running boards 11 175 z Technical data...

Page 178: ...11 176 z Technical data...

Page 179: ...fects 178 BMW Motorrad Service 179 BMW Motorrad Service History 179 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 180 Maintenance procedures 180 Maintenance schedule 183 Maintenance confirmations 184 Service confirm...

Page 180: ...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 181: ...mmended service intervals Have all maintenance and repair work confirmed in the Service chapter in this manual Doc umentation confirming regular maintenance is essential for gen erous treatment of cla...

Page 182: ...by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer before it turns over the vehicle to you BMW Running in Check The BMW running in check must be carried out between 300 mls 500 km and 750 mls 1200 km BMW Servi...

Page 183: ...The required scope of mainte nance work for your motorcy cle can be found in the following maintenance schedule 12 181 z Service...

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

Page 185: ...clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Check bearing for deflec tion at rear wheel swinging arm 8 Oil change in the rear bevel gears 9 Change brake fluid in en tire system a annually or every 6000 mile...

Page 186: ...el of the front wheel brake Checking rear brake pads and brake disk for wear Checking brake fluid level in rear wheel brake Checking the clutch system Checking coolant level Checking the tire pressure...

Page 187: ...BMW pre delivery check performed on Stamp signature BMW Running in Check performed on at km Next service latest on or if reached earlier at km Stamp signature 12 185 z Service...

Page 188: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 189: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 190: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 191: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 192: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 193: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 194: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 195: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 196: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 197: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 198: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 199: ...Work performed Yes No BMW Service Engine oil change with filter Replacing air cleaner element Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swinging arm...

Page 200: ...ice confirmations The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional acces sories and special campaigns performed Work performed at km Date 12 198 z Serv...

Page 201: ...Work performed at km Date 12 199 z Service...

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

Page 203: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi lizer 202 Certificate for Remote Key 204 Certificate for Keyless Ride 208 Certificate for Tire Pressure Con trol 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: ...voltage low 42 Brake fluid Check fluid level at rear 126 Check front fluid level 125 Front reservoir 17 Rear reservoir 17 Brake pads Checking front 124 Checking rear 124 Running in 97 Brake temperatu...

Page 214: ...4 DWA Technical Data 173 E Electrical system Technical Data 171 Emergency on off switch kill switch 21 Operating 56 Engine Starting 94 Technical Data 165 Warning light for electronic engine management...

Page 215: ...Indicator lights 22 DTC 44 Overview 24 Instrument cluster Ambient light photosensor 22 Overview 22 J Jump starting 141 K Keyless Ride Battery of the key fob transmitter is empty or the key fob transmi...

Page 216: ...ntents 120 Position on motorcycle 18 Outside temperature Display 35 Outside temperature warning 35 Overview of warning indicators 29 Overviews Indicator and warning lights 24 Instrument cluster 22 Lef...

Page 217: ...Steering lock Locking 50 Storage compartment Operating 84 Position on motorcycle 15 17 Suspension Technical Data 168 Switching off 100 Symbols Meaning 25 T Tachometer 22 Technical data Anti theft ala...

Page 218: ...onic engine management 36 Electronic immobilizer 35 Engine oil level 38 Fuel reserve 46 Headlight for LHD RHD traffic 41 Headlight in unknown position 40 Hill Start Control Pro 46 47 Outside temperatu...

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

Page 220: ...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 221: ...gal Approx 4 l Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure front 42 1 psi 2 9 bar One up and two up riding with load with cold tires Tire pressure rear 42 1 psi 2 9 bar One up and two up riding with load w...

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