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Attempting to adjust the
clutch lever while riding the

motorcycle can lead to accidents.
Do not attempt to adjust the
clutch lever unless the motor-
cycle is at a standstill.

Turn adjusting screw

clockwise to increase the span
between the clutch lever and
the handlebar grip.
Turn adjusting screw

counter-clockwise to reduce
the span between the clutch
lever and the handlebar grip.

The adjusting screw is
easier to turn if you push

the clutch lever forward.

Brakes

Adjust the handbrake
lever

Changing the position of
the brake-fluid reservoir can

allow air to penetrate the brake
system.
Do not twist the handlebar fitting
or the handlebars.

Attempting to adjust the
handbrake lever while riding

the motorcycle can lead to acci-
dents.
Do not attempt to adjust the
handbrake lever unless the mo-
torcycle is at a standstill.

Turn adjusting screw

clockwise to increase the span
between the brake lever and
the handlebar grip.
Turn adjusting screw

counter-clockwise to reduce
the span between the brake
lever and the handlebar grip.

The adjusting screw is
easier to turn if you push

the handbrake lever forward.

Operation

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Summary of Contents for R 1200 RT 2013

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual R1200RT BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine ProCarManuals com ...

Page 2: ...le 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 address phone number com pany stamp ProCarManuals com ...

Page 3: ...ation on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW s technical features In addition it contains informa tion on maintenance and care to help you maintain your vehicle s reliability and safety as well as its value If you have questions concerning your motorcycle your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide advice and assistance We hope that you wil...

Page 4: ... con trol 23 Service due indicator 24 Range 24 Ambient temperature 25 Tyre pressures 25 Warnings 26 4 Operation 41 Ignition switch steering lock 42 Electronic immobiliser EWS 43 Clock 43 Reading 44 Multifunction display 46 Lights 46 Turn indicators 47 Hazard warning flashers 48 Emergency off switch kill switch 48 Heated handlebar grips 49 Seat heating 50 Automatic Stability Control ASC 51 Cruise c...

Page 5: ...s 118 Jump starting 119 Battery 120 9 Care 125 Care products 126 Washing the motor cycle 126 Cleaning easily damaged components 126 Paint care 127 Protective wax coating 128 Laying up the motor cycle 128 Restoring motorcycle to use 128 10 Technical data 129 Troubleshooting chart 130 Threaded fasteners 131 Engine 133 Fuel 134 Engine oil 135 Clutch 135 Transmission 136 Rear wheel drive 136 Running g...

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

Page 8: ...e Specific instructions on how to operate control ad just or look after items of equip ment on the motorcycle Indicates the end of an item of information Instruction Result of an activity Reference to a page with more detailed informa tion Indicates the end of a passage relating to spe cific accessories or items of equipment Tightening torque Technical data OE Optional extra The motorcycles are as...

Page 9: ...l you will find these features described in separate manuals Technical data All dimensions weights and power ratings stated in the Rider s Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the tolerance requirements of the Deutsches Institut für Normung e V DIN Versions for individual countries may differ Actuality The high safety and quality standards of BMW motorcycles are maintained by constan...

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Page 11: ...neral views General view left side 11 General view right side 13 Underneath the seat 15 Multifunction switch left 16 Multifunction switch right 18 Instrument panel 19 2 9 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 13: ...ervoir front 101 3 On board socket OE OA 88 4 Adjuster for damping char acteristic rear suspension 57 5 adjustable shift lever 56 6 Engine oil level indicator 97 7 Power socket 88 8 Vehicle Identification Num ber VIN on steering head bearing 2 11 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 15: ...ngOE Control for rear seat heat ing underneath rear seat 50 3 Tank bag adapter 4 Fuel filler neck 75 5 Clutch fluid reservoir 6 electrically adjustable wind screen 56 7 Storage compartment 54 8 Engine oil filler neck 98 2 13 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 17: ... height adjust ment 64 2 Battery 120 3 Brake fluid reservoir rear 102 4 Rider s Manual 5 Toolkit 6 Helmet holder 64 7 Payload table 8 Table of tyre pressures 9 Adjuster for spring preload rear 56 2 15 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 18: ...m headlight and headlight flasher 47 3 with cruise control sys temOE Cruise control system con trol 52 4 Hazard warning flashers 48 5 Windscreen control 56 6 Operation of the turn indic ators 47 7 Horn 8 with Electronic Suspen sion Adjustment ESA II OE Operating ESA 58 2 16 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 19: ...9 with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE Operating the ASC 51 10 Select display 44 2 17 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 20: ...ht 1 with heated handlebar gripsOE Operation of the heated handlebar grips 49 2 with seat heatingOE Front seat heating control 50 3 Emergency off switch kill switch 48 4 Starter button 70 2 18 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 21: ...4 Rev counter 5 Anti theft alarm telltale light OE see separate instruc tions for use 6 Operation of the clock 43 Adjust the dimmer 46 7 Control for the odometer 44 8 Ambient light brightness sensor for adapting the brightness of the instru ment lighting 2 19 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 23: ...ultifunction display 22 Warning and telltale lights 23 Telltale light of cruise control 23 Service due indicator 24 Range 24 Ambient temperature 25 Tyre pressures 25 Warnings 26 3 21 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 24: ...em readings 4 Gear indicator N indic ates neutral 5 The height of the column indicates engine tempera ture 6 with seat heatingOE Seat heating indicator 50 7 Clock 43 8 with heated handlebar gripsOE Grip heating indicator 49 9 Odometer with on board com puterOE Odometer reading and trip meter reading 45 3 22 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 25: ...elltale light for neutral 4 ABS warning light 35 5 Telltale light for right turn indicators 6 with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE ASC warning light 36 7 General warning light in combination with warnings in the display 26 The ABS symbol might dif fer depending on the spe cifics of national regulations Telltale light of cruise control with cruise control systemOE 1 Telltale light of cruise con ...

Page 26: ...Pre Ride Check completes If service is overdue the due date or the odometer reading at which service was due is accompanied by the Gener al warning light showing yellow The word Service remains per manently visible If the service due indicator appears more than a month before the service date the date saved in the instrument cluster must be adjusted This situation can occur if the battery was dis ...

Page 27: ...e range reading does not ap pear until the fuel is down to the reserve level with on board computerOE The figure for average consump tion used to calculate range is not shown and might not be the same as the average consump tion reading that appears on the display Ambient temperature with on board computerOE When the motorcycle is at a standstill the heat of the engine can falsify the ambient temp...

Page 28: ...ce range General warning light 1 also comes on and shows yellow If the tyre pressure registered by the sensor is outside the per missible tolerance range the general warning light 1 flashes red The detailed description of BMW Motorrad RDC starts on page 84 Warnings Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by Gen eral warning light 1 showing in combination with one of the warning symbols 2 The G...

Page 29: ...The possible warnings are listed on the next page 3 27 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 30: ...ars on the dis play Engine in emergency operation mode 32 Flashes red Appears on the dis play Insufficient engine oil pressure 33 Lights up red Appears on the dis play Insufficient battery charge current 33 Lights up yellow Appears on the dis play Rear light bulb defective 33 Appears on the dis play Front light bulb defective 34 Lights up yellow Appears on the dis play Bulbs defective 34 3 28 z St...

Page 31: ...ow 34 ambient tempera ture reading flash Outside temperature warning 35 Flashes ABS self diagnosis not completed 35 Lights up ABS fault 35 quick flashes ASC intervention 35 slow flashes ASC self diagnosis not completed 36 lights up ASC deactivated 36 lights up ASC fault 36 3 29 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 32: ...n the dis play Tyre pressure outside permitted toler ance 37 The critical pres sure flashes or is displayed Signal transmission disrupted 38 Lights up yellow Appears on the dis play Sensor defective or system error 38 or is displayed Lights up yellow RDC appears on the display Tyre pressure sensor battery weak 39 DWA appears on the display Anti theft alarm battery weak 39 3 30 z Status indicators ...

Page 33: ...Warning and telltale lights Warning symbols on the display Meaning Lights up yellow DWA appears on the display Anti theft alarm battery flat 39 3 31 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 34: ... fuel tank dry Possible cause The fuel tank contains no more than the reserve quantity of fuel Reserve fuel approx 4 l Refuelling 75 Engine in emergency operation mode General warning light shows yellow Engine symbol appears on the display The engine is running in emergency operating mode Unusual engine response is a possibility Adapt your style of riding accord ingly Avoid accelerating sharply an...

Page 35: ...by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Insufficient battery charge current General warning light shows red Battery symbol appears on the display A discharged battery can render various systems un available for example the lights the engine or the ABS This can result in dangerous situations Do not continue your journey Possible cause Alternator or alternator drive bel...

Page 36: ... brake light rear light and rear indicator bulbs 115 Bulbs defective General warning light shows yellow Bulb symbol with two ar rows appears on the dis play A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible Possible cause A combination of the b...

Page 37: ...de carefully and think well ahead ABS self diagnosis not completed ABS warning light flashes Possible cause The ABS function is not available because self diagnosis did not complete The motorcycle has to move forward a few metres for the wheel sensors to be tested Pull away slowly Bear in mind that the ABS function is not available until self diagnosis has completed ABS fault ABS warning light sho...

Page 38: ...hat the ASC function is not available until self diagnosis has completed ASC deactivated with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE ASC warning light shows Possible cause The rider has switched off the ASC system with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE Activating the ASC function 52 ASC fault with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE ASC warning light shows Possible cause The ASC control unit has detec...

Page 39: ...nd to ascertain whether the vehicle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition If the vehicle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition Out of tolerance tyre pres sures impair the motor cycle s handling characteristics Adapt your style of riding accordingly Correct the tyre pressure at the earliest possible opportunity Before you adjust tyre pres sure read the information on t...

Page 40: ...es include radio communication systems operat ing in the vicinity and interfering with the link between the RDC control unit and the sensors Move to another location and observe the RDC readings As sume that a permanent fault has not occurred unless the General warning light comes on to accompany the symp toms Under these circum stances Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop preferably ...

Page 41: ...This error message appears only briefly after the pre ride check completes Possible cause The integral battery in the anti theft alarm has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity There is no assurance of how long the anti theft alarm can re main operational if the vehicle s battery is disconnected Seek the advice of a specialist workshop preferably an author ised BMW Motorrad dealer...

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Page 43: ...y off switch kill switch 48 Heated handlebar grips 49 Seat heating 50 Automatic Stability Control ASC 51 Cruise control system 52 Stowage compartment 54 Clutch 54 Brakes 55 Shift mechanism 56 Mirrors 56 Windscreen 56 Spring preload 56 Damping 57 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA 58 Tyres 60 Headlight 61 Front and rear seats 62 Helmet holder 64 4 41 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 44: ...ck that can be opened with the same key Consult a specialist workshop preferably an author ised BMW Motorrad dealer Switching on ignition Turn the key to position 1 Parking lights and all function circuits switched on Engine can be started Pre ride check is performed 71 ABS self diagnosis is performed 71 with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE ASC self diagnosis is per formed 72 Switch off the ign...

Page 45: ... to the same ring as the ig nition key used to start the en gine could irritate the electron ics in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued The EWS warning appears in the multifunction display Always keep the spare key sep arately from the ignition key If you mislay a key you can have the key in question barred by your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer In order to have a key barred ...

Page 46: ...ps flashing This completes the process Reading Selecting readings Switch on the ignition without on board computerOE Press button 1 to select the reading in display area 2 The following values can be dis played Tripmeter 1 Trip I Tripmeter 2 Trip II Residual range RANGE once fuel level is down to reserve with tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE Tyre pressures RDC with on board computerOE Press button ...

Page 47: ...ing tripmeter Switch on the ignition Select the desired tripmeter without on board computerOE Press and hold down button 1 until the tripmeter reading in display area 2 has reset with on board computerOE Press and hold down button 1 until the tripmeter reading in display area 3 has reset Resetting average values with on board computerOE Switch on the ignition Select average consumption or average ...

Page 48: ...e dis play increases one level each time you press the button Each time you press the but ton after maximum brightness is reached brightness is re duced by one level Lights Side light The side lights switch on auto matically when the ignition is switched on The side lights place a strain on the battery Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary Low beam headlight The low be...

Page 49: ...lights come on Switch the ignition on and off again to switch off the parking lights Turn indicators Operating the turn indicators Switch on the ignition The turn indicators are can celled automatically after you have ridden for approximately 10 seconds and covered a dis tance of about 300 m Push button 1 to the left to switch on the left turn indicat ors Push button 1 to the right to switch on th...

Page 50: ...ntil you release the button The hazard warning flashers recommence flashing as soon as the button is released Press button 1 to switch on the hazard warning flashers Ignition can be switched off Press button 1 again to switch off the hazard warning flashers Emergency off switch kill switch 1 Emergency off switch kill switch Operating the kill switch when riding can cause the rear wheel to lock and...

Page 51: ...ne speeds If the charge level is low the heated handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the bat tery s starting capability Repeatedly press button 1 until the desired heating stage ap pears on the display The handlebar grips have two stage heating Stage two is for heating the grips quickly it is ad visable to switch back to stage one as soon as the grips are warm The heating stage you have sele...

Page 52: ...tage ap pears on the display The front seat has two stage heating Stage two is for heating the seat quickly it is advisable to switch back to stage one as soon as the seat is warm The heating stage you have selected is indicated by the symbol in the multifunction display 2 50 heating power 100 heating power Rear seat heating Start the engine Seat heating can be activ ated only when the engine is r...

Page 53: ...forward 100 heating power The heating stage you have se lected is indicated by the symbol in the multifunction display 5 50 heating power 100 heating power Automatic Stability Control ASC with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE Deactivating the ASC function Switch on the ignition You have the option of de activating the ASC function while the motorcycle is on the move Press and hold down button 1 ...

Page 54: ...ASC warning light re mains off or continues to flash The ASC function is activated You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again An ASC fault has occurred if the ASC warning light shows when the motorcycle ac celerates to a speed in excess of 5 km h after the ignition was switched off and then on again Cruise control system with cruise control systemOE Switching on cruis...

Page 55: ...speed is main tained and saved if button 2 is not pushed again Decelerating Briefly push button 2 back Speed is reduced by approx 2 km h each time you push the button Push button 2 back and hold it in this position The motorcycle decelerates steplessly The current speed is main tained and saved if button 2 is not pushed again Deactivate cruise control Brake pull the clutch lever or turn the thrott...

Page 56: ...g to a lower speed Telltale light for cruise con trol shows Switch off cruise control Slide switch 1 to the left The system is deactivated Button 2 is disabled Stowage compartment Opening stowage compartment Open lock barrel 1 with the ignition key To open the lid push the un locked lock barrel downwards Clutch Adjusting clutch lever If the position of the clutch fluid reservoir is changed air can...

Page 57: ...st the handbrake lever Changing the position of the brake fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars Attempting to adjust the handbrake lever while riding the motorcycle can lead to acci dents Do not attempt to adjust the handbrake lever unless the mo torcycle is at a standstill Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise to increase the s...

Page 58: ... edge Windscreen Adjusting windscreen Switch on the ignition Press top section of button 1 to raise the windscreen Press bottom section of but ton 1 to lower the windscreen Spring preload Setting It is essential to set spring pre load of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the mo torcycle Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingl...

Page 59: ...f spring preload rear without Electronic Suspen sion Adjustment ESA II OE Turn the knob as far as it will go in the LOW direction then preload the spring by 10 clicks Full load of fuel with rider 85 kg Install the rear seat 63 Damping Setting Damping must be adapted to suit the surface on which the motor cycle is ridden and to suit spring preload An uneven surface requires softer damping than a sm...

Page 60: ...rrow Basic setting of rear sus pension damping charac teristic without Electronic Suspen sion Adjustment ESA II OE Basic setting of rear sus pension damping charac teristic Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go in the direc tion indicated by the H arrow and then turn it back three quarters of a turn in the dir ection indicated by the S arrow Full load of fuel with rider 85 kg Electronic Su...

Page 61: ... of the multifunction display and load mode is shown in panel 2 The meanings of the readings are as follows COMF Comfortable damping characteristic NORM Normal damping char acteristic SPORT Sporty damping characteristic One up One up with luggage Two up with luggage The setting shows briefly then disappears automatically Adjusting the chassis and suspension Start the engine Press button 1 once to ...

Page 62: ... ling characteristics and increase the rate of tyre wear Always check that the tyre pres sures are correct At high road speeds tyre valves installed perpen dicular to the wheel rim have a tendency to open as a result of centrifugal force In order to avoid a sudden loss of tyre pressure fit a valve cap with rubber sealing ring to the rear tyre and make sure that the cap is screwed on firmly Make su...

Page 63: ...ht beam throw and spring preload Headlight beam throw is gener ally kept constant when spring preload is adjusted to suit load Spring preload adjustment might not suffice only if the motorcycle is very heavily loaded Under these circumstances headlight beam throw has to be adjusted to suit the weight carried by the motorcycle If there are doubts about the correct headlight range seek the advice of...

Page 64: ...nd place the motor cycle on its stand Turn the key to unlatch seat lock 1 and hold it in this pos ition while pressing down the rear part of the rear seat Lift the rear seat at the rear and release the key with seat heatingOE Disengage the latch and dis connect plug 2 Remove the rear seat and place it upholstered side down on a clean surface Remove the front seat Remove the rear seat 62 Lift the r...

Page 65: ...Connect plug 3 Push the front seat into seat supporting rod 4 Make sure that the seat is correctly loc ated If you install the seat in the low position check that the seat s rubber buffers 5 are in the bot tom positions in mounts 6 Firmly press the front seat into the mounts Install the rear seat 63 Install the rear seat Install the front seat 63 4 63 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 66: ...height Remove the front seat 62 Remove seat supporting rod 1 and reinsert it at the desired height Install the front seat 63 Helmet holder Securing helmet to motorcycle Remove the rear seat 62 Use a plastic sheathed steel cable to secure the helmet to helmet holder 1 The helmet catch can scratch the panelling Make sure the lock is out of the 4 64 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 67: ...way when you hook the helmet into position Pass the steel cable through the helmet and the holder and position cable and helmet as shown here Install the rear seat 63 4 65 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 69: ...Riding Safety instructions 68 Checklist 70 Starting 70 Running in 73 Brakes 73 Parking your motorcycle 74 Refuelling 75 Securing motorcycle for transporta tion 77 5 67 z Riding ProCarManuals com ...

Page 70: ...ve risk When riding over kerbs and similar obstacles bear in mind that your motorcycle s ground clearance is limited Lowering the motorcycle s sus pension shortens suspension travel see the section entitled Technical Data Ride comfort might be restricted as a result Be sure to adjust spring preload accordingly particularly for riding two up Correct loading Overloading and imbal anced loads can adv...

Page 71: ... Do not inhale exhaust fumes Do not run the engine in an en closed space Risk of burn injury Engine and exhaust system become very hot when the vehicle is in use There is a risk of burn injuries by contact with hot surfaces When you park the motorcycle make sure that no one comes into contact with the engine and exhaust system Catalytic converter If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the cata...

Page 72: ...s and wear limits before you ride off Brakes Brake fluid levels front and rear Clutch function Clutch fluid level Damping characteristic setting and spring preload Tyre tread depth and tyre pres sures Cases correctly installed and luggage secured At regular intervals Engine oil level every refuelling stop Brake pad wear every third refuelling stop Starting Starting engine Switch on the ignition Pr...

Page 73: ...it completes Phase 1 General warning light shows red CHECK appears on the dis play Phase 2 General warning light shows yellow CHECK appears on the dis play with cruise control systemOE with cruise control system SET light shows If the General warning light does not show Some malfunctions cannot be indicated if the Gener al warning light cannot be dis played Check that the General warning light com...

Page 74: ...SC self diagnosis with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE BMW Motorrad ASC performs self diagnosis to ensure its op erability Self diagnosis is per formed automatically when you switch on the ignition Phase 1 Test of the diagnosis compat ible system components with the vehicle at a standstill ASC warning light slow flashes Phase 2 Test of the diagnosis compat ible system components while the motor...

Page 75: ...nt margin Apply the brakes in good time Tyres New tyres have a smooth sur face This must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in This running in pro cedure is essential if the tyres are to achieve maximum grip New tyres do not provide full grip straight away Wet roads and extremely sharp in clines pose a risk of accident Ride carefully and av...

Page 76: ...ell Wet and dirty brakes Wetness and dirt on the brake discs and the brake pads dimin ish braking efficiency Delayed braking action or poor braking efficiency must be reckoned with in the following situations Riding in the rain or through puddles of water After the motorcycle has been washed Riding on salted or gritted roads After work has been carried on the brakes due to traces of oil or grease ...

Page 77: ...the centre stand extended Extend the centre stand and lift the motorcycle onto the stand Refuelling Fuel grade For optimum fuel consumption fuel should be sulphur free or with the lowest sulphur content possible Leaded fuel will destroy the catalytic converter Do not attempt to run the vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel with metal lic additives e g manganese or iron You can run the engine on fuel with...

Page 78: ...tective cap Use the ignition key to unlock the fuel filler cap and pop the cap open Do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck If filling occurs after the fuel level has gone below the reserve limit the amount filled must be greater than the reserve amount for the new fuel level to be recognised and the warning light to switch off The usable fuel capacity specified in the technic...

Page 79: ...pport of a 2nd person Push the motorcycle onto the transportation flat and hold it in position do not place it on the side stand or centre stand Risk of damaging compon ents Take care not to trap components such as brake lines or wires At the front secure the straps to the top fork bridge on both sides Pass the straps through the leading link and tighten the straps At the rear secure the straps to...

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Page 81: ... Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS 80 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC 82 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC 84 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA II 85 6 79 z Engineering details ProCarManuals com ...

Page 82: ...e to the extent that brak ing force exceeds the maximum transferrable limit the wheels start to lock and the motorcycle loses its directional stability a fall is imminent Before this situation can occur ABS intervenes and adapts braking pressure to the maximum transferrable braking force so the wheels continue to turn and directional stability is maintained irrespective of the condition of the roa...

Page 83: ...heel from lifting clear of the ground If this happens the outcome can be a highsiding situation in which the motorcycle can flip over Severe braking can cause the rear wheel to lift off the ground When you brake bear in mind that ABS control cannot always be relied on to prevent the rear wheel from lifting clear of the ground What is the design baseline for BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Within the lim...

Page 84: ...ained in optimum condition it is essential 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 not be used as an excuse for careless riding ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety margin in genuine emergencies Take care when cornering When you apply the brakes on a corner...

Page 85: ...lerating ability is restricted more and more as the heel angle increases Con sequently there can be a per ceptible lag in acceleration out of very tight bends The speeds of the front and rear wheels are compared as one means of detecting the rear wheel s incipient tendency to spin or slip sideways If the sys tem registers implausible values for a lengthy period the ASC function is deactivated for ...

Page 86: ...s in formation to the control unit Each sensor has a centrifugal force tripswitch that does not enable transmission of the measured values until the motorcycle has accelerated to about 30 km h The display shows for each tyre until the tyre pressure signal is received for the first time The sensors continue to transmit the measured value signals for approximately 15 minutes after the motorcycle com...

Page 87: ...ue in the table Example According to the Rider s Manual tyre pressure should be 2 5 bar but the reading in the multifunction display is 2 3 bar The gauge on the air line shows 2 4 bar You must now increase tyre pressure by the 0 2 bar difference between the value in the table and the RDC reading when the air line gauge shows 2 6 bar the tyre is inflated to the correct pressure Electronic Suspensio...

Page 88: ...ning a conventional coil spring and a plastic element Elastogran the lateral expansion of which can be restricted electro hydraulically using a displaceable sleeve The more the sleeve encloses the plastic element the more the expansion of the plastic element is restricted causing the spring rate to increase The maximum spring rate is achieved when the sleeve completely encloses the plastic element...

Page 89: ...Accessories General instructions 88 Power sockets 88 Cases 89 Topcase 91 7 87 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

Page 90: ...suffice as assurance Tests conducted by these instances cannot make provision for all operating conditions experienced by BMW motorcycles and consequently they are not sufficient in some circumstances Use only parts and accessor ies approved by BMW for your motorcycle Whenever you are planning modifications comply with all the legal requirements Make sure that the vehicle does not infringe the nat...

Page 91: ...ot impede the rider Do not restrict the steering angle or obstruct handling Cannot be trapped Cases Opening cases Turn the key to the OPEN pos ition in the case lock Push lock barrel 1 down Lever 2 pops up Pull the release lever all the way up The lid of the case opens Closing cases Pull release lever 2 all the way up Close the lid of the case and press it down Check that nothing is trapped betwee...

Page 92: ...n and re move the key from the lock Remove the cases Turn the key to the RELEASE position in the case lock The handle pops out Pull handle 3 out and then pull it up as far as it will go The case is released and can be removed Installing cases Pull the case handle up as far as it will go Seat the case in holders 4 7 90 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

Page 93: ...arrel 1 forward Lever 2 pops up Pull the release lever all the way up The lid of the topcase opens Closing topcase Pull release lever 2 all the way up Close the lid of the topcase and hold it down Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case The topcase can also be locked by turning the lock to the LOCK position In this case ensure that the vehicle key is not left in the topcase 7 91...

Page 94: ...osition in the topcase lock The handle pops out Pull handle 3 up as far as it will go Lift the topcase at the rear and remove it from the luggage carrier Installing topcase Pull the handle up as far as it will go Hook the topcase into position on the luggage carrier Make sure that hooks 4 are securely seated in the corresponding keepers 5 7 92 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

Page 95: ...Push handle 3 down until it engages Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock 7 93 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 97: ...eral instructions 96 Toolkit 96 Engine oil 97 Brake system 98 Clutch 103 Rims and tyres 103 Wheels 104 Front wheel stand 111 Bulbs 112 Body panels 118 Jump starting 119 Battery 120 8 95 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 98: ...al tools and a thorough know ledge of the technology involved If you are in doubt consult a specialist workshop preferably your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Toolkit Standard toolkit 1 Extension for screwdriver blade Adjusting the damping characteristic for rear wheel 57 2 Screwdriver handle 3 Reversible blade screw driver with star head and plain tips Adjusting the damping characteristic for rea...

Page 99: ...hecking the oil level with the engine cold or after no more than a short ride will lead to mis interpretation of oil level In order to ensure that the en gine oil level is read correctly check the oil level only after at engine operating temperature Switch off the engine when it is at operating temperature Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Wait fi...

Page 100: ...ted without enough oil but the same also applies if the oil level is too high Always make sure that the oil level is correct Top up the engine oil to the specified level Checking engine oil level 97 Use the tool from the toolkit to install the cap in the engine oil filler neck Brake system Checking function of brakes Pull the front brake lever The pressure point must be clearly perceptible Press t...

Page 101: ...ads worn past the minimum permissible thick ness can cause a reduction in braking efficiency and under certain circumstances they can cause damage to the brake sys tem In order to ensure the dependab ility of the brake system do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible thickness Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer...

Page 102: ... Brake pads worn past the minimum permissible thick ness can cause a reduction in braking efficiency and under certain circumstances they can cause damage to the brake sys tem In order to ensure the dependab ility of the brake system do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible thickness Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorra...

Page 103: ... allow air to penetrate the brake system This significantly reduces braking efficiency Check the brake fluid level at regular intervals Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Check the brake fluid level in front reservoir 1 Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink The drop in fluid level is compensated by a clearly v...

Page 104: ...ing efficiency Check the brake fluid level at regular intervals Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Remove the front seat 62 Check the brake fluid level in rear reservoir 1 Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink Brake fluid level rear Brake fluid DOT4 Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mar...

Page 105: ...visual inspection It is impermissible for the clutch fluid level to drop If the clutch fluid level drops Unsuitable hydraulic fluids could cause damage to the clutch system Do not attempt to top up the system with fluids of any kind Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Rims and tyres Checking rims Make sure the grou...

Page 106: ...ed by BMW Motorrad You can obtain detailed information from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at www bmw motorrad com Effect of wheel size on chassis and suspension control systems Wheel size is very important as a parameter for the chassis and suspension control sys tems ABS and ASC In particu lar the diameter and the width of a vehicle s wheels are pro grammed into the contr...

Page 107: ...e take care not to damage the RDC sensor Be sure to draw the attention of the authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or specialist workshop to the fact that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor Remove the front wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Remove screws 1 on left and right Work the front wheel cover forward to remove pulling the two sides sli...

Page 108: ...arefully pull the brake callipers back and out until clear of the brake discs Raise front of motorcycle until the front wheel can turn freely BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle Installing the front wheel stand 111 Release axle clamping screw 1 Remove quick release axle 2 while supporting the wheel Do not remove the grease from the quick release ax...

Page 109: ...to the left hand side of the wheel hub The front wheel must be installed right way round to rotate in the correct direction Note the direction of rotation ar rows on the tyre or the wheel rim Roll the front wheel into posi tion between the forks noting the ABS sensor on the left hand side Raise the front wheel insert quick release axle 2 and tighten to specified torque Quick release axle in axle h...

Page 110: ...inst the discs Before riding off always check that the brakes bite as soon as the brake lever is pulled or the brake pedal depressed Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded Hold the front wheel cover in position and install bolts 1 on left and right Removing rear wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand If applicable remove ...

Page 111: ... to the rear to remove and lay it on a padded rest Engage first gear Remove studs 3 from the rear wheel while supporting the wheel Lower the rear wheel to the ground and roll it out to the rear Install the rear wheel Possible malfunctions when ABS and ASC intervene if any other wheel but the series standard wheel is installed See the information on the effect of wheel size on chassis and sus pensi...

Page 112: ...wheel car rier Tightening sequence tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm Push the end silencer onto the pipe at the exhaust flow control valve and turn it to its initial position If the gap between the rear wheel and the silencer is too small the rear wheel can overheat The gap between the rear wheel and the silencer must be at least 20 mm Align the silencer install screw 2 and tighten to ...

Page 113: ...ple Place the motorcycle on its centre stand or another auxiliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Use basic stand with tool num ber 83 30 0 402 241 in com bination with front wheel ad apter 83 30 0 402 242 Loosen the fastening screws 1 Push the two adapters 2 apart unti...

Page 114: ...he centre stand remains on the ground Apply uniform pressure to push the front wheel stand down and raise the motorcycle Bulbs Replacing low beam and high beam headlight bulb The positions of the plug the spring wire retainer and the bulb might not be as illus trated below Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its stand Switch off the ignition Remove cover 1 for the h...

Page 115: ...the low beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Hold the new bulb by the base only in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter Install bulb 5 making sure that tab 6 is correctly positioned Engage spring clip 4 in the catch on left and right Close plug 3 8 113 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 116: ...l 118 Remove the side light bulb through opening 1 Remove the bulb holder from the headlight housing by turn ing lever 2 counter clockwise Remove bulb 3 from the bulb holder Replace the defective bulb Bulb for parking light W5W 12 V 5 W Use a clean dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter 8 114 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 117: ...orrectly may topple over when the follow ing work is being carried out Make sure that the motorcycle is standing up safely Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its stand Switch off the ignition If applicable remove the cases Remove screws 1 on left and right and work the bulb hous ing to the rear to remove Turn bulb holders 2 for the indicator bulbs or bulb hold ers ...

Page 118: ...rs rear PY21W 12 V 21 W Use a clean dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter Press bulb 4 into its socket and turn it clockwise to install Insert the bulb holder removed beforehand into the bulb hous ing and turn the bulb holder clockwise to latch it in position Engage the bulb housing at position 5 Install screws 1 on left and right 8 116 z Maintenance ProC...

Page 119: ...t counter clockwise to remove Replace the defective bulb Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front PY21W 12 V 21 W Use a clean dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter Press bulb 2 into its socket and turn it clockwise to install Insert bulb holder 1 into the bulb housing and turn the bulb holder clockwise to latch it in position 8 117 z Maintenance ProCarMan...

Page 120: ... and out Guide tool from toolkit parallel to edge 1 of the speaker grille and through aperture 2 Remove screw 3 inside the aperture while holding the fir ing panel in position Work the flashing turn indicator and the fairing panel forward to remove Disconnect plug 4 Lay the fairing panel on a pad ded rest 8 118 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 121: ... the engine Ex cessively high current can lead to a cable fire or damage to the vehicle electronics Do not use the on board socket to jump start the engine of the motorcycle A short circuit can res ult if the crocodile clips of the jump leads are accident ally brought into contact with the motorcycle Use only jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends Jump starting with a ...

Page 122: ...er motor and the donor battery Allow both engines to idle for a few minutes before disconnect ing the jump leads Disconnect the jump lead from the negative terminals first then disconnect the second lead from the positive termin als Reinstall the protective cap on the battery positive terminal Do not use proprietary start assist sprays or other products to start the engine Install the front seat 6...

Page 123: ...age is less than 9 V Attempting to charge a completely flat battery via the extra socket can cause damage to the motorcycle s electronics If a battery has discharged to the extent that it is completely flat it has to be disconnected from the on board circuits and charged with the charger connected dir ectly to the battery posts Only chargers suitable for this mode of charging can be used to rechar...

Page 124: ...e sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its stand with anti theft alarm DWA OE If applicable switch off the anti theft alarm Switch off the ignition Remove the front seat 62 Disconnection in the wrong sequence increases the risk of short circuits Always proceed in the correct sequence Disconnect negative battery lead 1 first Then pull back protective cap 3 and disconnect b...

Page 125: ... cap 3 to the pos itive terminal of the battery The connect battery negative lead 1 If the battery was discon nected from the motorcycle for a prolonged period of time it will be necessary to enter the current date in the instrument panel in order to ensure that the service due indicator functions correctly If you want to have the date set consult a specialist work shop preferably an authorised BM...

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Page 127: ...roducts 126 Washing the motorcycle 126 Cleaning easily damaged compon ents 126 Paint care 127 Protective wax coating 128 Laying up the motorcycle 128 Restoring motorcycle to use 128 9 125 z Care ProCarManuals com ...

Page 128: ...tely after it has been exposed to strong sunlight and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the vehicle is washed frequently especially during the winter months To remove road salt clean the motorcycle with cold water im mediately after every trip After the motorcycle has been washed ridden through water or ridden in the rain the brake discs and pads might be wet and the brakes might not take e...

Page 129: ...when cleaning the radiator Rubber Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber care products Using silicone sprays for the care of rubber seals can cause damage Do not use silicone sprays or care products that contain silicon Paint care Washing the vehicle regularly will help counteract the long term effects of substances that damage the paint especially if your vehicle is ridden in areas with...

Page 130: ...an the motorcycle Removing battery 122 Spray the brake and clutch lever pivots and the main and side stand pivots with a suit able lubricant Coat bright metal and chrome plated parts with an acid free grease e g Vaseline Stand the motorcycle in a dry room in such a way that there is no load on either wheel Au thorised BMW Motorrad deal ers can provide suitable auxili ary stands Restoring motorcycl...

Page 131: ...rs 131 Engine 133 Fuel 134 Engine oil 135 Clutch 135 Transmission 136 Rear wheel drive 136 Running gear 137 Brakes 139 Wheels and tyres 139 Electrics 140 Frame 141 Dimensions 142 Weights 143 Riding specifications 143 10 129 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 132: ...ch activated Kill switch in operating position Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever No fuel in tank Refuelling 75 Battery flat Charge the battery when connected 121 10 130 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 133: ...screws M8 x 35 19 Nm Quick release axle in axle holder M24 x 1 5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Clamp to silencer and manifold M8 x 40 10 9 28 Nm Silencer to rear frame M8 x 35 19 Nm Rear wheel to wheel carrier M10 x 1 25 x 40 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm 10 131 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 134: ...Shift lever Value Valid Selector lever to selector shaft M6 x 25 8 Nm 10 132 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 135: ...ment 1170 cm3 Cylinder bore 101 mm Piston stroke 73 mm Compression ratio 12 0 1 Nominal output 81 kW at engine speed 7750 min 1 with power reductionOE 79 kW at engine speed 7750 min 1 with power reductionOE 72 kW at engine speed 7750 min 1 Torque 120 Nm at engine speed 6000 min 1 Maximum engine speed max 8500 min 1 Idle speed 1150 50 min 1 Engine at regular operating tempe rature 10 133 z Technica...

Page 136: ...0 98 ROZ RON 91 AKI Alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded slight power and consumption related restrictions max 10 ethanol E10 95 ROZ RON 89 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx 25 l Reserve fuel approx 4 l BMW recommends BP fuels 10 134 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 137: ...ts recommended by BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad High Performance oil SAE 15W 50 API SJ JASO MA2 Engine oil quantity for topping up max 0 5 l Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends Clutch Clutch type Single plate dry clutch 10 135 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 138: ...5 38 16 teeth 1st gear 1 696 39 23 teeth 2nd gear 1 296 35 27 teeth 3rd gear 1 065 33 31 teeth 4th gear 0 939 31 33 teeth 5th gear 0 848 28 33 teeth 6th gear Rear wheel drive Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2 620 34 13 teeth 10 136 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 139: ...spring strut supported by leading link and front frame Design of front wheel suspension Central spring strut with coil spring with Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA II OE Central spring strut with electrically adjustable rebound stage damping Spring travel front 120 mm At wheel with lowered suspensionOE 94 mm At wheel 10 137 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 140: ...er Spring preload and rebound stage damping steplessly adjustable with Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA II OE central suspension strut pivoted to lever system with coil and elastomeric springs and single tube gas filled shock absorber Electrically adjustable damping and spring preload spring rate Spring travel at rear wheel 135 mm At wheel with lowered suspensionOE 109 mm At wheel 10 138 z Tec...

Page 141: ...terial rear Sintered metal Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up to date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at www bmw motorrad com Front wheel Front wheel type Cast aluminium MT H2 Front wheel rim size 3 50 x 17 Tyre designation front 120 70 ZR 17 Rear wheel Rear wheel type Cast aluminium MT H2 Rear wheel rim size 5 50 x 17 Tyr...

Page 142: ... sockets electronic fuse Electronic fuses protect all the circuits If an elec tronic fuse trips and de energises a circuit the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified Battery battery type Gel battery battery rated voltage 12 V battery rated capacity 19 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs manufacturer and designation NGK MAR8B JDS Electrode gap of spark pl...

Page 143: ...P21W 12 V 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front PY21W 12 V 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear PY21W 12 V 21 W Frame Frame type Tubular steel front frame and rear frame with load bearing drive unit type plate location underneath rear seat Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Front frame top centre 10 141 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 144: ...hen lowered at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 905 mm with mirrors Front seat height 820 840 mm At unladen weight with low front seatOE 780 800 mm At unladen weight with lowered suspensionOE 750 mm At unladen weight rider s inside leg arc heel to heel 1880 1920 mm with low front seatOE 1800 1840 mm with lowered suspensionOE 1750 mm 10 142 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 145: ...en weight 263 kg DIN unladen weight ready for road 90 load of fuel without OE Permissible gross weight 495 kg Maximum payload 232 kg Riding specifications Top speed 200 km h 10 143 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 147: ...Service BMW Motorrad Service 146 BMW Motorrad Mobility services 146 Maintenance work 146 Confirmation of maintenance work 148 Confirmation of service 153 11 145 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 148: ...ommends compliance with the maintenance intervals specified for your motorcycle Have all maintenance and re pair work that is carried out con firmed in the Service chapter in this manual For generous treat ment of claims submitted after the warranty period has expired evidence of regular maintenance is essential Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer can provide information on BMW services and the wo...

Page 149: ...next service will be due Riders who cover long distances in a year might have to bring in their vehicles for service before the next scheduled date It is to allow for these cases that a maximum odometer reading is entered as well in the confirma tion of service Servicing has to be brought forward if this odo meter reading is reached before the next scheduled date for the service The service due in...

Page 150: ...work BMW Pre delivery Check Completed on Stamp signature BMW Running in Check Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature 11 148 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 151: ...ng Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature 11 149 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 152: ...ng Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature 11 150 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 153: ...ng Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature 11 151 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 154: ...ng Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if logged beforehand Odometer reading Stamp signature 11 152 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 155: ...vice The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work the installation of optional accessories and if appropriate special campaign recall work Item Odometer reading Date 11 153 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 157: ...Appendix Certificate 156 12 155 z Appendix ProCarManuals com ...

Page 158: ...radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement WARNING Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void ...

Page 159: ...Maintenance instructions 120 Position on the motorcycle 15 Removal 122 Technical data 140 Warning for battery charge current 33 Brake fluid Checking fluid level front 101 Checking fluid level rear 102 Reservoir front 11 Reservoir rear 15 Brake pads Checking front 98 Checking rear 99 Running in 73 Brakes Adjusting handlebar lever 55 Checking function 98 Safety instructions 73 Technical data 139 Wea...

Page 160: ...rning for engine oil level 34 Warning for engine oil pressure 33 Equipment 7 ESA Control 16 Engineering details 85 Operation 58 F Frame Technical data 141 Front wheel stand Installing 111 Fuel Filler neck 13 Refuelling 75 Technical data 134 Fuel reserve Range 24 Warning 32 Fuses Technical data 140 G General views Instrument panel 19 Left multifunction switch 16 Left side of motorcycle 11 Multifunc...

Page 161: ...r bulb 117 Replacing high beam headlight bulb 112 Replacing low beam headlight bulb 112 Replacing parking light bulb 114 Replacing rear light bulb 115 Replacing rear turn indicator bulb 115 Technical data 141 Warning for bulb failure 33 Lights Control 16 Headlight flasher operating 47 High beam headlight operating 47 Low beam headlight 46 Parking lights operating 47 Side light 46 Lowered suspensio...

Page 162: ... Technical data 137 Running in 73 S Safety instructions for brakes 73 For riding 68 Seat heating Control 13 18 Operation 50 Seats Adjusting seat height 64 Height adjuster 15 Installation 62 Lock 13 Removal 62 Service 146 Service due indicator 24 Shift lever Adjusting 56 Spark plugs Technical data 140 Speedometer 19 Spring preload Adjuster rear 15 Adjusting 56 Starting 70 Control 18 Steering lock L...

Page 163: ...h 103 Pressures 140 Recommendation 104 Running in 73 Table of tyre pressures 15 Technical data 139 V Vehicle Restoring to use 128 Vehicle Identification Number Position on the motorcycle 11 W Warning lights Overview 23 Warnings ABS 35 Anti theft alarm 39 ASC 35 Battery charge current 33 Bulb defect 33 Engine electronics 32 Engine oil level 34 Engine oil pressure 33 Fuel reserve 32 Immobiliser 32 M...

Page 164: ...Windscreen Control 16 Operation 56 13 162 z Index ProCarManuals com ...

Page 165: ...es 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 2013 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich Germany Reprinting even only in extracts is only permitted with written au thorization by BMW Motorrad Aftersales Original instruction manual...

Page 166: ...sumption re lated restrictions max 10 ethanol E10 95 ROZ RON 89 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx 25 l Reserve fuel approx 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure front 2 2 bar one up tyre cold 2 5 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 5 bar one up tyre cold 2 9 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold BMW recommends Order No 01 41 8 551 001 08 2013 4th edition 01 01418551001 014185...

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