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Brakes

Front wheel

Type of front brake

Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis-
ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs

Brake-pad material, front

Sintered metal

Rear wheel

Type of rear brake

Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston
floating caliper and fixed disc

Brake-pad material, rear

Organic material

Wheels and tyres

Recommended tyre sets

An overview of currently approved tyres is avail-
able from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer
or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com.

Speed category, front/rear tyres

W, required at least: 270 km/h

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Technical data

Summary of Contents for K 1600GT 2018

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual K1600GT BMW Motorrad...

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: ...ls 29 Multifunction display 31 Warnings 32 4 Operation 57 Ignition switch steering lock 58 Ignition 59 Ignition with Key less Ride 60 Emergency off switch kill switch 64 Intelligent emergency call 65...

Page 5: ...eel stand 132 Engine oil 134 Brake system 135 Clutch 139 Coolant 139 Tyres 140 Rims and tyres 141 Wheels 141 Light source 148 Jump starting 152 Battery 153 Fuses 156 9 Accessories 159 General instruct...

Page 6: ...rad Service history 192 BMW Motorrad Mobility services 193 Maintenance work 193 Maintenance schedule 197 Maintenance confirma tions 198 Service confirmations 212 13 Appendix 215 Certificate for electr...

Page 7: ...ew 6 Abbreviations and symbols 6 Equipment 7 Technical data 7 Currentness 8 Additional sources of information 8 Certificates and operating licences 8 Data memory 8 Intelligent emergency call system 12...

Page 8: ...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 to the vehicl...

Page 9: ...wn are also possible If your motorcycle has equipment that is not described you will find the relevant description in a sep arate manual Technical data All dimensions weights and power outputs in the...

Page 10: ...the vehicle and the official operating licences for any accessories are available at www bmw motorrad com certification Data memory General Control units are installed in the vehicle Control units pr...

Page 11: ...rmation in cludes information on the right to have data deleted or corrected The manufacturer of the vehicle also provides their contact details and those of the data protection officer on their websi...

Page 12: ...he vehicle manu facturer to optimise vehicle func tions The vast majority of this data is non permanent and is only pro cessed in the vehicle itself Only a small amount of the data is stored in incide...

Page 13: ...be stored locally in the vehicle or is located on a device that is connected to the vehicle for example smartphone USB stick MP3 player If this data is stored in the vehicle the data can be deleted a...

Page 14: ...for example with the IT systems provided by the vehicle manufacturer Obtaining processing and us ing personal data outside of the normal provision of services re quires legal permission contrac tual a...

Page 15: ...m satisfies the European directives for the protection of personal data The intelligent emergency call system processes personal data only with the agreement of the vehicle owner The intelligent emerg...

Page 16: ...ntre as is sent by the statutory emergency call system eCall to the emergency services In addition the intelligent emer gency call system sends the fol lowing additional information to an emergency ca...

Page 17: ...ed as part of the intelligent emergency call is processed exclusively to carry out the emergency call As part of its statutory obligation the manufacturer of the vehicle provides information about the...

Page 18: ...1 16 z General instructions...

Page 19: ...General views General view left side 19 General view right side 21 Underneath the seat 22 Multifunction switch left 23 Multifunction switch right 25 Instrument panel 26 2 17 z General views...

Page 20: ...2 18 z General views...

Page 21: ...side 1 Fuel filler neck 113 2 Seat lock 99 3 Operation of the passenger seat heating on the pas senger seat 95 4 Payload table Tyre pressure table 5 Storage compartment 96 6 Slipstream deflector 99 2...

Page 22: ...2 20 z General views...

Page 23: ...2 Storage compartment 96 3 Power sockets 160 4 Brake fluid reservoir front 137 5 Coolant level indicator be hind side panel 139 6 Type plate on the front suspension 7 Slipstream deflector 99 8 Engine...

Page 24: ...Underneath the seat 1 Rider s Manual 2 Battery 153 3 Fuses 156 4 Standard toolkit 132 5 Seat height adjustment 100 2 22 z General views...

Page 25: ...beam headlight and headlight flasher 69 2 Daytime riding light 71 3 Cruise control system 86 4 Hazard warning lights sys tem 72 5 Reverser 67 6 Auxiliary headlights 70 7 Windscreen 98 8 Turn indicator...

Page 26: ...NU button Multifunction display 74 with ECE audio system and preparation for nav igation systemOE Audio system see the ap propriate operating instruc tions DTC 84 ESA 85 11 Selecting the favourites me...

Page 27: ...Multifunction switch right 1 Central locking 90 2 Select the riding mode 85 3 Emergency off switch kill switch 64 4 Start the engine 106 5 Intelligent emergency call 65 2 25 z General views...

Page 28: ...4 Navigation device 167 5 Photosensor for adapting the brightness of the in strument lighting 6 Engine speed display 7 Multifunction display 31 NOTICE The brightness of the warning lights and indicat...

Page 29: ...Status indicators Indicator and warning lights 28 Meaning of symbols 29 Multifunction display 31 Warnings 32 3 27 z Status indicators...

Page 30: ...ng light 6 High beam headlight 7 Turn indicators right 8 with export to EU mar ketsNV Malfunction indicator lamp Emissions warning 41 9 DWA 80 10 Auxiliary headlights 70 11 Cruise control system 86 12...

Page 31: ...tity 51 Average speed since the last reset 78 Outside temperature 40 with tyre pressure control RDC OE Tyre pressures 43 Stopwatch 79 Travelling times 79 Date figure depends on adjusted time format 77...

Page 32: ...5 Damping 6 Load 3 30 z Status indicators...

Page 33: ...32 5 Menu area 74 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 54 6 On boar...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...ic immobiliser active 40 The symbol for radio operated key not in reception area is displayed Radio operated key out of range 40 The battery sym bol appears on the display Replace the battery of the r...

Page 36: ...oil can sym bol appears on the display Engine oil level too low 43 The General warning light flashes red The tyre symbol appears on the display The crit ical tyre pressure is shown in red Tyre pressur...

Page 37: ...known 46 General warning light flashes yellow The headlight with a zero is displayed Beam throw adjustment of the low beam headlight restricted 46 The headlight with left right is dis played Headlight...

Page 38: ...hts up yel low The split battery symbol appears on the display On board system voltage critical 48 The General warning light shows red The battery sym bol appears on the display Insufficient battery c...

Page 39: ...shes ABS self diagnosis not completed 49 The ABS indicator and warning light shows ABS fault 50 The DTC indicator light flashes quickly DTC intervention 50 The DTC indicator light flashes slowly DTC s...

Page 40: ...e 52 General warning light flashes yellow The holding symbol flashes briefly Hill Start Control Pro automatically deac tivated 52 General warning light flashes yellow The holding symbol flashes briefl...

Page 41: ...Indicator and warning lights Display text Meaning The symbol for emergency call fault is displayed Emergency call fault 54 3 39 z Status indicators...

Page 42: ...lic able at over 3 C Risk of accident Always take extra care when temperatures are low remember that there is particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where the road is in shade Ride care...

Page 43: ...nce of how long the R C key can remain operational Coolant temperature too high The General warning light shows red The temperature reading turns red ATTENTION Riding with overheated en gine Engine da...

Page 44: ...pecialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Major engine fault General warning light flashes yellow The engine symbol is dis played Possible cause The engine control unit has dia g...

Page 45: ...or has registered an excessively low oil level Check the engine oil level using the oil dipstick at the next refuelling stop Checking engine oil level 134 If the oil level is too low Top up the engine...

Page 46: ...ridden with the tyre in its present condition WARNING Tyre pressure outside the permitted tolerance Risk of accident degradation of the vehicle s driving characterist ics Adapt your style of riding ac...

Page 47: ...threshold for the first time 127 Increase speed above this threshold and observe the RDC readings Assume that a per manent fault has not occurred unless the General warning light comes on to accompan...

Page 48: ...longer optimum there is a possibility of dazzling oncoming traffic Possible cause Direction and headlight beam throw of the low beam headlight are unknown re adjustment is no longer possible If it is...

Page 49: ...yellow Bulb symbol with arrow pointing to the front ap pears on the display Possible cause Low beam headlight high beam headlight parking light or front flashing turn indicator defective The low beam...

Page 50: ...ating and the grip heating might also be shut down Possible cause Too many consumers switched on On board system voltage tends to drop particularly at low engine rpm and when the engine is idling When...

Page 51: ...ter the Pre Ride Check completes Possible cause The integral battery in the anti theft alarm has lost its entire ori ginal capacity There is no as surance that the anti theft alarm will be operational...

Page 52: ...after the critical situation has been dealt with DTC self diagnosis not completed The DTC indicator light flashes slowly Possible cause Self diagnosis did not complete so the DTC function is not avai...

Page 53: ...fuel tank for the new level to be registered correctly If the sensor cannot register the new level the range readout can not be updated When the motorcycle is propped on its side stand the slight ang...

Page 54: ...rt Control Pro is deac tivated when the side stand is folded out Engine has been switched off Hill Start Control Pro is de activated when the engine is switched off The motorcycle was ridden off with...

Page 55: ...ervice is overdue the General warning light briefly shows yellow and the service symbol lights up and re mains ON If the countdown to the next service is less than one month the service due date 1 app...

Page 56: ...gent emergency callOE The symbol for emergency call fault is displayed Possible cause The control unit for emergency call has detected a fault No emergency call is possible Have the fault rectified as...

Page 57: ...it was not possible to establish a connection If there is no mobile phone sig nal the symbol 1 is displayed If emergency calls are not pos sible as a result of a technical fault the symbol 1 is displa...

Page 58: ...3 56 z Status indicators...

Page 59: ...lights 71 Hazard warning lights system 72 Turn indicators 73 Multifunction display 74 On board computer 78 Trip recorder 79 Anti theft alarm DWA 80 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 84 Electronic Suspensio...

Page 60: ...be opened with the same ignition key Consult a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Lock the handlebars ATTENTION Incorrect handlebar angle upon parking on the side stand...

Page 61: ...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 attached t...

Page 62: ...key 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 k...

Page 63: ...e ignition Version 1 Short press button 1 Parking lights and all function circuits switched on Engine can be started Pre Ride Check is performed 107 Running ABS self diagnosis 108 DTC self diagnosis i...

Page 64: ...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 warning is displayed on the multifunction display with the...

Page 65: ...the 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 proc...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...y call is not able to be ensured because of technical reasons due to unfavourable con ditions e g in areas where there is no mobile phone reception Language for emergency call Each vehicle has a langu...

Page 68: ...ter expiry of the timer a voice contact to the BMW Call Center is established The connection was established Provide information to the emergency services using the microphone 3 and speaker 4 Automati...

Page 69: ...e microphone 3 and speaker 4 Emergency call in the event of a severe fall A severe fall or a crash is de tected The emergency call is placed automatically without delay Reverser with reverserOE Genera...

Page 70: ...everse NOTICE The vehicle is not automatically braked and may therefore con tinue to roll after having released the starter button Automatic termination Reversing is cancelled automatic ally On excess...

Page 71: ...h on the high beam headlight Pull switch 1 back to operate the headlight flasher NOTICE The high beam headlight can also be switched on when the engine is not running Parking lights Switch off the ign...

Page 72: ...lights and their use is permissible in bad weather conditions only Always comply with the road traffic regulations in force in the country in which the vehicle is used Press button 1 to switch on the...

Page 73: ...itching on the daytime riding light in the dark Risk of accident Do not use the daytime riding light in the dark NOTICE By comparison with the low beam headlight the daytime running light makes the ve...

Page 74: ...light conditions NOTICE The changeover between daytime riding light and low beam headlight including front side lights can be effected automatically NOTICE For reasons of available space the beams of...

Page 75: ...switch on the left turn indicator Press button 1 to the right to switch on the right turn indic ator Operate button 1 in the centre position to switch off the turn indicator Comfort turn indicator If...

Page 76: ...ccess a menu available for se lection With the exception of the Audio section you cannot access the Settings menu unless the vehicle is at a standstill Position 1 shows the type of menu the cursor 2 s...

Page 77: ...ontroller towards the right to open a sub menu See 75 for deviating meanings of average values and the list selection Configuring settings Direct selection Move the cursor to a menu item that does not...

Page 78: ...ng numerical values If one or more numerical val ues are located between the ar rows 3 turn the Multi Controller towards the top to increase them and turn towards the bottom to reduce them Press the M...

Page 79: ...r 1 to wards the left in one of the main menus to hide the menus Selecting the favourites menu Select the desired main menu Press and hold the button 3 The diamond is shown to the right of the menu de...

Page 80: ...speed indicator Default status restore factory conditions if Reset is displayed press and hold the Multi Controller towards the right Configure the desired settings using the Multi Controller On boar...

Page 81: ...owards the right to stop the stopwatch Press and hold the Multi Con troller 1 towards the right to reset the stopwatch Tracking travelling times Open the Info menu and then select the Trav times menu...

Page 82: ...ght until the trip distance recorder 2 has been reset Anti theft alarm DWA with anti theft alarm DWA OE Activation without remote control or radio operated key If applicable switch on the function to...

Page 83: ...t Keyless Ride are 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 operat...

Page 84: ...nctions are sustained even 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 cycl...

Page 85: ...deactivated 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...

Page 86: ...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 DT...

Page 87: ...ping 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 range of...

Page 88: ...ect 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 fully closed po siti...

Page 89: ...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 Briefly pus...

Page 90: ...he cruising speed saved in memory even though you might have intended slowing to a lower speed Telltale light for cruise con trol shows Switching off cruise control Slide switch 1 to the left The syst...

Page 91: ...Pro is switched off once the brake has been fully released the holding symbol dis appears If automatic Hill Start Control Pro is switched on the white holding symbol appears Hill Start Control Pro is...

Page 92: ...te control or radio operated key The storage compartments in the side trim panels and the cases are locked with topcaseOA Topcase locks These locks can no longer be unlocked manually The locked symbol...

Page 93: ...r age compartments if it is no longer possible to unlock the central locking system Remove cases 162 Open cases 161 In a first step turn the integ rated key in the topcase lock by 45 beyond the LOCK p...

Page 94: ...ger flashes LED 3 flashes for approxim ately ten seconds Release the 1 and 2 buttons LED 3 lights up Press button 1 or button 2 One sound signal LED 3 switches off Proceed as follows to complete logon...

Page 95: ...ontrol and the LED does not show or lights up only briefly Replace the battery of remote control Open lid of battery compart ment 1 Dispose of the old battery in accordance with all applicable laws an...

Page 96: ...ndle heat menu There are five stages of grip heating Stage five is intended to quickly heat up the grips sub sequently switch to one of the lower stages Select the desired heating stage If the grip he...

Page 97: ...ating stage Symbol 1 appears on the display indicating that the seat heating is ON The vehicle voltage is low if this warning symbol is displayed If applicable the seat heating might have been tempor...

Page 98: ...he storage compartment with central locking systemOE If necessary unlock the central locking system Turn the integrated key in the storage compartment lock to the position with the dot Press the unloc...

Page 99: ...Adjustment Mirrors 98 Windscreen 98 Slipstream deflector 99 Front seat 99 Clutch 101 Brakes 101 5 97 z Adjustment...

Page 100: ...ndscreen 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 the end...

Page 101: ...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 using th...

Page 102: ...right Press down the rider s seat at the rear and press it into the lock Adjusting the front seat height Removing front seat 99 Pull the lock 1 towards the rear and remove the adjust ing plate 2 Turn...

Page 103: ...ident Adjust the clutch lever only when the motorcycle 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 settings...

Page 104: ...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 105: ...Riding Safety information 104 Comply with checklist 106 Starting 106 Running in 109 Brakes 110 Parking your motorcycle 111 Refuelling 112 Securing motorcycle for transporta tion 116 6 103 z Riding...

Page 106: ...g Set spring preload damping characteristic and tyre pres sures to suit total weight Make sure that the weight is uniformly distributed between right and left Pack heavy items at the bot tom and towar...

Page 107: ...icle is in use Risk of burn injury When you park the vehicle make sure that no one and no objects can come into contact with the hot engine and ex haust system Catalytic converter If misfiring causes...

Page 108: ...ystem Check operation of the lights and signalling equipment Checking clutch function 139 Check the tyre tread depth 141 Check that cases and luggage are securely held in place Requirement Every 3rd r...

Page 109: ...ne re fuses to start 178 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 needl...

Page 110: ...de Note 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 Mot...

Page 111: ...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 c...

Page 112: ...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 113: ...ll 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 circums...

Page 114: ...gine ATTENTION Poor ground underneath the stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm ATTENTION Centre stand folds in due to sharp m...

Page 115: ...ome unsightly 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...

Page 116: ...g Do not overfill the fuel tank ATTENTION Wetting of plastic surfaces by fuel Damage to the surfaces surfaces become unsightly or dull Clean plastic surfaces immedi ately after contact with fuel Make...

Page 117: ...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 Fully open the fuel filler cap Refuel with fue...

Page 118: ...Make sure that all compon ents that may come into con tact with tensioning straps are adequately protected against scratching For instance use adhesive tape or soft cloths for this purpose ATTENTION...

Page 119: ...straps through the front suspension on the left and right and then tighten towards the bottom Secure and tighten the rear tensioning straps on both sides of the rear frame Do not pull the tensioning...

Page 120: ...6 118 z Riding...

Page 121: ...uctions 120 Antilock Brake System ABS 120 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 123 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA 125 Riding mode 125 Tyre pressure control RDC 127 Shift assistant 128 Hill Start Control...

Page 122: ...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 123: ...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 124: ...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 125: ...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 126: ...DTC 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...

Page 127: ...le 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 128: ...ift 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 re...

Page 129: ...g 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 on...

Page 130: ...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 po...

Page 131: ...n this case the brakes are quickly released when driving off The motorcycle can be moved off more gently It is not necessary to turn the throttle grip again If the motorcycle is stopped on a steep inc...

Page 132: ...ABS brake system sets a speed of approx 3 km h The rider must brake the mo torcycle manually After two minutes or when the brake is actuated Hill Start Control Pro is completely de activated NOTICE Th...

Page 133: ...nstructions 132 Toolkit 132 Front wheel stand 132 Engine oil 134 Brake system 135 Clutch 139 Coolant 139 Tyres 140 Rims and tyres 141 Wheels 141 Light source 148 Jump starting 152 Battery 153 Fuses 15...

Page 134: ...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 135: ...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 calliper anchorages just...

Page 136: ...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 137: ...ake sure that the oil level is correct Top up the engine oil to the specified level Checking engine oil level 134 Install the oil dipstick Brake system Checking function of brakes Make sure the ground...

Page 138: ...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 139: ...raking effect dam age to the brakes In order to ensure the depend ability of the brake system do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum per missible thickness Have the brake pads replaced...

Page 140: ...cle on an even 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 pr...

Page 141: ...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 142: ...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 143: ...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 144: ...Motorrad 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 control RDC OE ATTENTION Tyre removal not in compli anc...

Page 145: ...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 146: ...do 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 147: ...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 148: ...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 149: ...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 150: ...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 151: ...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 152: ...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 153: ...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 154: ...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 155: ...at 100 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 156: ...the battery terminals 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 authorised B...

Page 157: ...the 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...

Page 158: ...nition Removing front seat 99 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 159: ...d preparation for nav igation systemOE or with preparation for nav igation systemOE 7 5 A Audio system 3 Not used with anti theft alarm DWA OE or with central locking sys temOE 7 5 A Anti theft alarm...

Page 160: ...8 158 z Maintenance...

Page 161: ...Accessories General instructions 160 Power sockets 160 Cases 161 Topcase 163 Navigation device 167 9 159 z Accessories...

Page 162: ...sory products of any kind Legal provisions must be taken into account when any changes are made Please refer to the road traffic licensing regulations in Germany StVZO for your country Your BMW Motorr...

Page 163: ...truct handling Make 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 indica...

Page 164: ...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 165: ...lues for the combination described here are as follows Maximum speed for rid ing with a loaded case max 180 km h Payload per case max 10 kg Topcase Opening topcase with topcaseOA with central locking...

Page 166: ...t left inside 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 R...

Page 167: ...under the mountings 3 and push it down Install screws 1 Removing topcase with topcaseOA Removing front seat 99 Removing rear seat 164 Disconnect plug 1 Work the topcase end plug through to the rear Op...

Page 168: ...e rear and remove it from the luggage carrier Install the rear seat 165 Installing front seat 100 Installing topcase with topcaseOA Removing front seat 99 Removing rear seat 164 If applicable empty th...

Page 169: ...Maximum payload 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...

Page 170: ...he 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 navigation device into the slot unt...

Page 171: ...snaps into position Insert cap 2 Operating the navigation device with preparation for navigation systemOE with navigation systemOA If necessary switch on the nav igation device Open the Navigation men...

Page 172: ...tor Traffic reports TMC If an audio system is installed in the vehicle this transmits traffic information to the Navigator The symbol described in the operat ing instructions of the Navigator appears...

Page 173: ...this vehicle A maximum of five vehicle identi fication numbers can be stored If the Navigator is then switched on in one of these vehicles by switching on the ignition the PIN no longer needs to be e...

Page 174: ...9 172 z Accessories...

Page 175: ...Care products 174 Washing the vehicle 174 Cleaning easily damaged compon ents 175 Care of paintwork 176 Vehicle preservation 176 Laying up the motorcycle 176 Restoring motorcycle to use 176 10 173 z...

Page 176: ...cle 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 during...

Page 177: ...affected areas with a wet cloth Chrome Carefully clean chrome sections with a generous amount of water and motorcycle cleaner from the care series BMW Motorrad Care Products This applies especially w...

Page 178: ...clean cloth or cotton pad BMW Motorrad recommends that tar spots be removed using BMW tar remover The paint should then be preserved in these areas Vehicle preservation If water no longer rolls off th...

Page 179: ...180 Engine oil 180 Engine 181 Clutch 182 Transmission 182 Rear wheel drive 183 Frame 183 Chassis and suspension 184 Brakes 185 Wheels and tyres 185 Electrical system 187 Anti theft alarm 188 Dimension...

Page 180: ...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 113 Ba...

Page 181: ...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 M10 x 1 25...

Page 182: ...Exhaust emissions standard Euro 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 the...

Page 183: ...two overhead 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 Compressi...

Page 184: ...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 185: ...d Paralever 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 Top right wheel carrier Position of the...

Page 186: ...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 187: ...rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2 piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake pad material rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets An overview of currently appr...

Page 188: ...2 kg 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 min 75 Wheel load rear...

Page 189: ...6 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI 8 Lighting Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulbs for the low beam headlight Xenon D1S 12 V 35 W Bulb for parking light L...

Page 190: ...Anti theft alarm Activation time on arming approx 30 s Alarm duration approx 26 s Activation time between two alarms 15 s Battery type CR 1632 A Remote control Range of the remote control approx 10 m...

Page 191: ...ycle 1000 mm Across mirrors Front seat height 810 830 mm Without rider at DIN unladen weight with rider s seat lowOE 780 800 mm Without rider at DIN unladen weight Rider s inside leg arc heel to heel...

Page 192: ...OE Permissible gross weight 540 kg Maximum payload 206 kg Payload per case max 10 kg Payload of topcase max 10 kg Riding specifications Top speed 200 km h Maximum speed for riding with a loaded case m...

Page 193: ...W Motorrad Service 192 BMW Motorrad Service history 192 BMW Motorrad Mobility services 193 Maintenance work 193 Maintenance schedule 197 Maintenance confirmations 198 Service confirmations 212 12 191...

Page 194: ...nce 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 ment of claims submitted after...

Page 195: ...sed BMW Motorrad dealer conducts the BMW pre delivery check before handing over the vehicle to you BMW Running in Check The BMW running in check has to be performed when the mo torcycle has covered be...

Page 196: ...The scope of maintenance work required for your vehicle can be found in the following mainten ance schedule 12 194 z Service...

Page 197: ...12 195 z Service...

Page 198: ...12 196 z Service...

Page 199: ...ck valve clearance 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...

Page 200: ...e 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 level Checking tyre pressures...

Page 201: ...BMW pre delivery check carried out at Stamp signature BMW Running in Check carried out at at km Next service at the latest at or when reached earlier at km Stamp signature 12 199 z Service...

Page 202: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 203: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 204: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 205: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 206: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 207: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 208: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 209: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 210: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 211: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 212: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 213: ...signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Renewing air cleaner insert Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Check bearing for deflection at rear wheel swin...

Page 214: ...Service confirmations The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur chased special promotions Work performed at km Date 12 212 z Service...

Page 215: ...Work performed at km Date 12 213 z Service...

Page 216: ...12 214 z Service...

Page 217: ...Appendix Certificate for electronic immobil iser 216 Certificate for remote key 218 Certificate for Keyless Ride 222 Certificate for tyre pressure control RDC 224 13 215 z Appendix...

Page 218: ...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 219: ...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 220: ...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 221: ...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 222: ...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 223: ...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 224: ...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 225: ...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 226: ...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 227: ...e 22 remove 155 Technical data 187 Warning for battery charge current 48 Warning for battery voltage low 47 Brake fluid Checking fluid level front 137 Checking fluid level rear 138 Reservoir front 21...

Page 228: ...Electrics Technical data 187 Emergency call Automatically in the event of a light fall 66 Automatically in the event of a severe fall 67 Information 12 Language 65 operate 65 Reading 54 Emergency off...

Page 229: ...lay 31 Right multifunction switch 25 Right side of vehicle 21 Underneath the seat 22 Ground lighting operate 70 H Hazard warning flashers Control 23 operate 72 Headlight Adjusting right hand left hand...

Page 230: ...flasher operating 69 High beam headlight operating 69 Low beam headlight 69 Manual daytime riding light 71 Parking lights operating 69 Side light 69 Luggage Instructions for loading 104 M Maintenance...

Page 231: ...g details 125 Running gear Technical data 184 Running in 109 S Safety instructions for brakes 110 For riding 104 Seat heating Control 19 operate 94 Service 192 Service history 192 Warning 54 Service d...

Page 232: ...depth 141 Pressures 186 Recommendation 141 Running in 109 Table of tyre pressures 22 Technical data 185 V Vehicle Laying up 176 restoring to use 176 Vehicle Identification Number Position on the vehi...

Page 233: ...ad table 22 Technical data 190 Wheels Change of size 141 Checking rims 141 Installing front wheel 144 Installing rear wheel 147 Remove the front wheel 142 Remove the rear wheel 146 Technical data 185...

Page 234: ...14 232 z Index...

Page 235: ...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 236: ...uel 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 You can find further information on all aspects of your vehi...

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