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Summary of Contents for R 1200GS Adventure 2016

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model R1200GSAdventure BMW Motorrad bmw motorrad com The Ultimate Riding Machine ProCarManuals com...

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

Page 3: ...ion on maintenance and care to help you maintain your motorcycle s reliability and safety as well as its value Documentation confirming per formance of scheduled mainte nance is a precondition for gen...

Page 4: ...Tire inflation pressure 41 Upshift recommendation 41 4 Operation 43 Steering and ignition lock 44 Ignition with Key less Ride 46 Emergency on off switch kill switch 50 Lights 50 Hazard warning lights...

Page 5: ...122 Coolant 122 Tires 123 Wheel rims and tires 123 Wheels 124 Air filter 131 Light sources 132 Jump starting 137 Battery 138 Fuses 142 Diagnostic connector 143 9 Accessories 145 General notes 146 Onb...

Page 6: ...MW Motorrad Mobility Services 181 Maintenance proce dures 181 BMW Service 182 Maintenance schedule 185 Confirmation of mainte nance work 186 Confirmation of service 200 13 Appendix 203 Certificate for...

Page 7: ...General instructions Overview 6 Abbreviations and symbols 6 Equipment 7 Technical data 7 Notice concerning current status 7 1 5 z General instructions ProCarManuals com...

Page 8: ...f the motorcycle Abbreviations and symbols CAUTION Hazard with low risk Failure to avoid this hazard can result in minor or moderate injury WARNING Hazard with moderate risk Failure to avoid this haza...

Page 9: ...cle might not be ex actly as illustrated in this manual on account of country specific differences If your motorcycle comes with equipment not described here you can find the descriptions in a separat...

Page 10: ...from the information illustrations and descriptions in this manual 1 8 z General instructions ProCarManuals com...

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

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Page 13: ...General view left side 1 Fuel filler opening 95 2 Seat lock 72 3 Adjuster for rear damp ing at the bottom on the spring strut 81 2 11 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

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Page 15: ...d 77 5 Power socket 146 6 Vehicle Identification Num ber at fork bearing Data plate at fork bearing 7 Coolant level indicator 122 Coolant tank 122 8 Oil fill location 117 9 Engine oil level indicator...

Page 16: ...rneath seat 1 Standard tool kit 114 2 Rider s Manual US Model 3 Tire inflation pressure table 4 Load capacity table 5 Adjuster for the rider s seat height 73 6 Fuses 142 2 14 z Overviews ProCarManuals...

Page 17: ...ntrolOE Cruise control system 67 3 Hazard warning lights sys tem 52 4 ABS 59 ASC 60 5 with Dynamic ESAOE Dynamic ESA range of ad justment 62 6 with additional LED headlightOA Additional headlight 51 7...

Page 18: ...10 with preparation for navi gation systemOE Operating the navigation system 153 Multi Controller 2 16 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 19: ...tion switch right 1 with heated handlebar gripsOE Heated handlebar grips 71 2 Riding mode 64 3 Emergency on off switch kill switch 50 4 Starter button Starting the engine 87 2 17 z Overviews ProCarMan...

Page 20: ...ng brightness of instrument lighting with anti theft alarm sys tem DWA OE Alarm system LED with Keyless RideOE Indicator light for radio operated key Switching on ignition 47 4 Indicator and warning l...

Page 21: ...function display 22 Warning symbols in the display panel 23 Warning lights 24 Service display 39 Fuel reserve 39 Oil level indicator 40 Outside temperature 40 Tire inflation pressure 41 Upshift recomm...

Page 22: ...ASC 60 4 Turn indicators 5 ABS 59 6 General warning light in conjunction with warn ing symbols on display 24 7 with anti theft alarm sys tem DWA OE Alarm signal 69 with Keyless RideOE Indicator light...

Page 23: ...9 with additional LED headlightOA Additional headlight 51 10 Fuel reserve 39 NOTICE The ABS symbol can be shown differently depending on the country 3 21 z Displays ProCarManuals com...

Page 24: ...idling 4 with heated handlebar gripsOE Heated handlebar grips 71 Heated grip settings 5 Odometer 53 6 Service display mainte nance interval 181 7 Warning symbols 24 8 Onboard computer 9 ESA setting 62...

Page 25: ...nel 1 with Tire Pressure Con trol TPC RDC OE Tire inflation pressure 41 2 EWS 29 3 Coolant temperature 30 4 Engine oil level 38 5 Electronic engine manage ment 30 6 Battery charging 139 7 Warnings 24...

Page 26: ...warning light 1 and are accompanied by a warning symbol in area 2 or by a warning notice in area 3 The universal warning light shows red or yellow depending on the ur gency of the warning The univers...

Page 27: ...appears in the display Radio operated key outside reception range 29 lights up yellow appears in the display Replace battery of radio operated key 30 lights up red appears on the display Coolant temp...

Page 28: ...hes Tire inflation pressure is at limit of ap proved range 32 flashes red Displayed with one or two arrows and critical tire pres sure indicator also flashes Tire inflation pressure is outside ap prov...

Page 29: ...nosis not completed 35 lights up ABS error 35 lights up ABS deactivated 35 flashes rapidly ASC intervention 35 flashes slowly ASC self diagnosis not completed 35 lights up ASC deactivated 36 lights up...

Page 30: ...programmed 36 Lights up Fuel down to reserve 37 flashes yellow Flashes Severe fault in the engine management system 37 appears on the display Engine oil level too low 38 OILLVL CHECK is indicated lig...

Page 31: ...is disrupted Remove other motorcycle keys from the ignition key ring Using emergency key Have the defective key re placed preferably by an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Radio operated key outside...

Page 32: ...en gine Engine damage Be sure to observe the mea sures listed below Possible cause Coolant level is too low Checking coolant level 122 If coolant level is too low Have the coolant level refilled and...

Page 33: ...ght taillight turn indicator or license plate illumination defective LAMPF Low beam head light high beam headlight parking lights or front turn in dicator defective LAMPS Several bulbs de fective WARN...

Page 34: ...m is no longer ensured when the motorcycle s battery is disconnected Contact an authorized service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Tire inflation pressure is at limit of approv...

Page 35: ...possible to drive with tire Correct tire inflation pressure at the next opportunity NOTICE Before adjusting the tire inflation pressure observe the information on temperature compensation and on infla...

Page 36: ...radio con nection to the TPC RDC sensors Possible causes are radio sys tems in the surrounding area which interfere with the connec tion between the TPC RDC con trol unit and the sensors Watch the TP...

Page 37: ...on special conditions that can lead to an ABS error message 103 Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an au thorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer ABS deacti...

Page 38: ...unit has de tected an error The ASC func tion is not available It remains possible to con tinue riding Please be aware that ASC functionality is no longer available Observe addi tional information on...

Page 39: ...own to reserve Fuel reserve warning lamp lights up WARNING Rough engine running or switching off of the engine due to a fuel shortage Accident hazard damage to cat alytic converter Do not drive to the...

Page 40: ...is correct Contact an authorized work shop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Battery charging voltage insufficient The general warning lamp lights up red The battery symbol is dis played...

Page 41: ...ed workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer for setting of the date Fuel reserve The fuel level in the fuel tank when the fuel warning lamp switches on depends on the driving dynamics T...

Page 42: ...f the oil level must be checked symbol 2 is displayed until the oil level is detected again as correct Outside temperature Engine heat can lead to spuri ous readings of outside tem perature when the m...

Page 43: ...18 mph 30 km h is exceeded for the first time The displayed tire inflation pressures refer to a tire air temperature of 68 F 20 C If the 3 symbol appears at the same time the display is a warning The...

Page 44: ...Upshift recommendation 1 sig nals the economically best point in time for upshifting 3 42 z Displays ProCarManuals com...

Page 45: ...ts system 52 Turn indicators 52 Multifunction display 53 Antilock Brake System ABS 59 Automatic Stability Control ASC 60 Electronic suspension adjustment ESA 62 Riding mode 64 Cruise control system 67...

Page 46: ...his purpose preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Locking handlebars Turn handlebars to left Turn key to position 1 while moving handlebars slightly Ignition lights and all electrical circui...

Page 47: ...system does not enable engine starting until this key has been recognized as authorized for your motorcycle NOTICE A further key attached to the same ring as the ignition key used to start the engine...

Page 48: ...d key The seat lock topcase and case can be operated manually NOTICE When the range of the radio op erated key is exceeded e g in case or topcase the motorcycle cannot be started and the central locki...

Page 49: ...iagnosis in progress 89 Version 2 Steering lock is locked press and hold button 1 Steering lock is unlocked Parking lights and all function circuits switched on Pre Ride Check in progress 88 ASC self...

Page 50: ...ized BMW Motorrad re tailer When having a key dis abled you should also bring all of the motorcycle s remaining keys with you The engine can no longer be started using a disabled radio operated key ho...

Page 51: ...briefly or is pressed and held The battery of the key fob transmitter no longer has its full charging capacity Replace battery appears in the display Press button 1 Key bit folds open Press battery c...

Page 52: ...be switched off easily and quickly using the emergency on off switch A Engine switched off B Operating position Lights Lowbeam headlamp and parking lamps The parking lamps come on au tomatically when...

Page 53: ...a minute and then switch off again automatically This can be used after park ing the vehicle in order to illu minate the path to the house door for instance Parking lights Switch off ignition 45 Immed...

Page 54: ...zard warning flashers Switch on ignition 44 NOTICE The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary Press button 1...

Page 55: ...llowing values can be displayed and selected per push of a button Total mileage ODO Trip distance 1 TRIP I Trip distance 2 TRIP II Range RANGE SETUP menu SETUP while stationary only with Pro onboard c...

Page 56: ...E with Pro onboard computerOE Stopwatch driving time RDTIME Resetting trip odometer Switch on ignition 44 Repeat pressing button 1 briefly until the odometer to be reset is shown in the top line of th...

Page 57: ...riefly to change the adjusted value The following menu items can be selected with anti theft alarm system DWA OE DWA Switches alarm system on ON or off OFF with preparation for navigation systemOE GPS...

Page 58: ...y to the instrument cluster was in terrupted e g the battery was disconnected Increase the flashing value us ing button 1 respectively de crease it using button 2 Press and hold button 2 until the min...

Page 59: ...ress and hold button 2 until the year flashes in the bottom line of display 3 Increase the flashing value us ing button 1 respectively de crease it using button 2 Press and hold button 2 until the yea...

Page 60: ...ine of the display 3 The adjusted value appears in the bottom line of the display 4 The following values can be adjusted TOP The value is indicated in the top line of the display BELOW The value is in...

Page 61: ...E Stopwatch driving time BELOW DATE Date BELOW SERV T Date of next service OFF SERV D Remaining mileage until next service OFF OILLVL Oil level indicator BELOW EXIT exit Individualization menu In orde...

Page 62: ...lf diagnosis has not been com pleted Release button 1 within two seconds ABS indicator light remains off or continues to flash The ABS function is switched on As an alternative the ignition can also b...

Page 63: ...tor and warning light is no longer lit if self diagnosis is incomplete it begins flashing Release button 1 within two seconds The ASC indicator and warning light remains off or continues flashing The...

Page 64: ...engine is running to ensure that the sys tem is functioning properly The chassis and suspension cannot be adjusted while the system is being calibrated with Pro riding modesOE The running gear adjustm...

Page 65: ...gine 87 Press and hold button 1 re peatedly until desired setting is displayed NOTICE The spring preload cannot be adjusted while the motorcycle is being ridden The following settings are avail able O...

Page 66: ...road For each of those 5 scenarios the optimum balance between engine torque throttle response ABS and ASC control for the sit uation concerned is provided with Dynamic ESAOE The suspension settings...

Page 67: ...wet roads ROAD When riding on dry roads with Pro riding modesOE The following riding modes can also be selected DYNA For brisk riding on dry roads Enduro When driving off road Enduro PRO When riding...

Page 68: ...nu item The top line of the display 2 shows RDC The adjusted value appears in the bottom line of the display 3 Press button 4 briefly to change the adjusted value The following settings are avail able...

Page 69: ...coding plug Switch on the ignition Symbol 1 for the coding plug appears on the display Riding mode 2 Enduro PRO can be selected Install rider s seat 74 Cruise control system with cruise controlOE Swi...

Page 70: ...ed Press button 1 forward and hold The motorcycle accelerates steplessly If the button 1 is no longer pressed the speed achieved is maintained and saved Decreasing speed Briefly press button 1 back wa...

Page 71: ...ed Indicator lamp for cruise control system lights up Switch off cruise control Push switch 1 to left The system is deactivated Button 2 is locked Anti theft alarm DWA with anti theft alarm system DWA...

Page 72: ...otified accordingly by an alarm tone sounding once when the ignition is switched on The DWA alarm system LED then indicates the reason for the alarm signal for one minute Light signals on DWA LED 1 fl...

Page 73: ...eated grips NOTICE The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is running NOTICE The increase in power consumption caused by the heated grips can drain the battery if you are riding...

Page 74: ...73 Turn ignition key 1 clockwise Slide pillion seat 2 forwards and lift up to remove Place pillion seat on clean sur face with the fabric side facing down Installing passenger seat Fit passenger seat...

Page 75: ...s seat 73 In order to remove the front height adjustment 1 press locking mechanism 2 down to remove the height adjustment upwards In order to adjust the low seat position install the front height adju...

Page 76: ...stall rider s seat Fit front seat 1 into seat mount 2 on left and right and place loosely on motorcycle Press rider s seat slightly for ward in rear area and then firmly downward until locking mechani...

Page 77: ...Setting Mirrors 76 Headlight 76 Windshield 77 Clutch 78 Brakes 78 Shifting 80 Handlebars 80 Spring preload 80 Damping 81 5 75 z Setting ProCarManuals com...

Page 78: ...hand thread Slide protective cap over threaded fastener Headlight Headlamp range and spring preload The headlamp range generally remains constant due to the ad justment of the spring preload to the lo...

Page 79: ...eadlight default set ting readjusted by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer with LED headlightsOE A swiveling lever is used for the headlight range adjustment A Neu...

Page 80: ...nt wheel can be turned more easily if you press the clutch lever forward when doing so Four settings are available Position 1 smallest distance between handlebar grip and clutch lever Position 4 large...

Page 81: ...and brake lever Position 4 largest distance between handlebar grip and brake lever Adjusting footbrake lever Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Slide treadplate 1 of footrest side...

Page 82: ...r cycle handlebars can be ad justed within the 1 markings Consult an authorized work shop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer for ad justment of the handlebars Spring preload Setting withou...

Page 83: ...g preload rear without Dynamic ESAOE Turn adjustment wheel as far as possible into LOW direc tion One up without load Turn adjuster wheel as far as possible in LOW direction then rotate 15 turns in HI...

Page 84: ...ustment screw 1 counterclock wise Basic setting of rear wheel rear wheel damp ing without Dynamic ESAOE Turn adjustment wheel as far as possible clockwise then 8 clicks counterclockwise One up without...

Page 85: ...t 86 Before every journey 86 At every third refueling stop 87 Starting 87 Running in 89 Off road riding 90 Shifting gears 91 Brakes 92 Parking your motorcycle 94 Refueling 95 Fastening motorcycle for...

Page 86: ...of your mo torcycle at an angle in safe sit uations Remember to take the limited ground clearance of your motorcycle into account when driving over curbs and similar ob stacles The lowering of the mo...

Page 87: ...thing Insufficient tire inflation pres sure Tire tread in poor condition Etc Maximum speed with studded or winter tyres DANGER Maximum speed of the mo torcycle is higher than the permissible maximum r...

Page 88: ...r Damage to catalytic converter Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter Danger of overheating ATTENTION Engine idling for a lengthy period while at a standstill Overheating du...

Page 89: ...witch on ignition Pre Ride Check in progress 88 ASC self diagnosis in progress 89 Engage neutral or pull back clutch lever if a gear is en gaged NOTICE You cannot start the motorcycle with the side st...

Page 90: ...ghts did not turn on Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer ABS self diagnosis The self diagnosis routine c...

Page 91: ...he ASC indicator and warning light goes out Check the display of all indica tor and warning lights If an ASC error is indicated fol lowing completion of the ASC self diagnosis routine It remains possi...

Page 92: ...al if the tires are to achieve maximum grip WARNING Loss of adhesion of new tires on wet roads and at extreme angles Accident hazard Always think well ahead and avoid extreme angles Off road riding Af...

Page 93: ...an or replace if necessary Use under very dusty conditions deserts savannas etc requires the use air cleaner inserts spe cially developed for these kinds of applications Shifting gears with Pro shift...

Page 94: ...he first gear change Brakes How do you achieve the shortest stopping distances The dynamic load distribution be tween the front and rear wheel changes during braking The heavier you brake the greater...

Page 95: ...NG Poorer braking action due to moisture and dirt Accident hazard Brake until brakes are dry or clean clean if necessary Brake early until the full braking action is available again ABS Pro with ABS P...

Page 96: ...Loading of the side stand with additional weight Component damage cause by tipping over Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is parked on the side stands Fold out side stand and park motorcycle Turn h...

Page 97: ...Ethanol should satisfy the quality standards for US ASTM 4806 xx and Canada CGSB 3 511 xx xx com ply with the current standard in each case Recommended fuel qual ity Super unleaded max 10 ethanol E10...

Page 98: ...cap of fuel tank 1 with ignition key by turning it clock wise and fold it up Do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck NOTICE When refueling after running on fuel reserve the resul...

Page 99: ...tic surfaces Damage to surfaces become unattractive or cloudy Immediately clean plastic sur faces after contact with fuel Place motorcycle on center stand ensuring that it is resting on a firm and lev...

Page 100: ...fuel is no higher than lower edge of filler neck NOTICE When refueling after running on fuel reserve the resulting total fuel quantity must be greater than the fuel reserve so that the new filling lev...

Page 101: ...bly with the assistance of a second person Push motorcycle onto transport surface and do not place on side stand or center stand ATTENTION Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch componen...

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Page 103: ...in detail General notes 102 Antilock Brake System ABS 102 Automatic Stability Control ASC 105 Riding mode 107 Tire pressure control TPC RDC 108 Shift assistant 110 7 101 z Technology in detail ProCarM...

Page 104: ...t than a dry clean asphalt surface The poorer the friction coefficient of the road surface is the longer the braking distance will be If the maximum transferable brak ing force is exceeded when the ri...

Page 105: ...the rear wheel from lifting off the ground In these cases the motorcycle can also flip end over end WARNING Lifting off of the rear wheel due to heavy braking Accident hazard When braking heavily bea...

Page 106: ...ety But remember the potentially shorter braking distances which BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per mits must not be used as an ex cuse for careless riding ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety mar...

Page 107: ...on the rear wheel are determined When a slip limit is exceeded the engine torque is adapted by the engine management system What are the design characteristics of the BMW Motorrad ASC BMW Motorrad ASC...

Page 108: ...aux iliary stand at idle or with gear engaged ASC is reactivated by turning the ignition off and on and then riding at a speed above 6 mph 10 km h With extremely knobbly tires it is possible that due...

Page 109: ...ic ABS The rear wheel lift assistant is active in all riding modes In RAIN ROAD and DYNAMIC riding modes ABS is set to road operation In Enduro riding mode ABS is set to off road operation using road...

Page 110: ...No brake pressure in the brak ing system This operating mode is active when the motorcycle is stopped with the ignition switched ON As an alternative the following steps must be carried out Turn throt...

Page 111: ...that appear in the multifunction display are generated with temperature compensation they are adjusted for a tire temperature of 68 F 20 C No temperature compensation takes place in the inflation pre...

Page 112: ...ever must be moved in the de sired direction against the force of the spring and with a certain amount of overtravel at a stan dard to rapid travel speed and then maintained in this posi tion until ex...

Page 113: ...supported until the idling speed is reached in the target gear This prevents the idling speed from being dropped below Idle speed 1150 min 1 Engine at operat ing temperature 7 111 z Technology in det...

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Page 115: ...l kit 115 Front wheel stand 115 Engine oil 116 Brake system 118 Clutch 122 Coolant 122 Tires 123 Wheel rims and tires 123 Wheels 124 Air filter 131 Light sources 132 Jump starting 137 Battery 138 Fuse...

Page 116: ...ad re tailer Special tools and thorough spe cialized knowledge are required to carry out some of the work If you are in doubt consult an authorized workshop preferably your authorized BMW Motorrad ret...

Page 117: ...over Place the motorcycle on the center stand or an auxiliary stand before lifting it with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand Place motorcycle on the center stand ensuring that it is resting on a firm...

Page 118: ...stand down and raise motorcycle Engine oil Check engine oil level ATTENTION Misinterpretation of the oil filling quantity as the oil level is temperature depen dent the higher the tempera ture the hig...

Page 119: ...ound oil fill loca tion to clean it To be able to apply force more easily insert the interchange able screwdriver bit 1 Torx end first into the screwdriver han dle 2 from motorcycle toolkit Locate the...

Page 120: ...rake sys tem carried out by experts Have the brakes checked at an authorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Checking front brake pad thickness Park the motorcycle ensuring tha...

Page 121: ...an authorized service facil ity preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Checking rear brake pad thickness Park the motorcycle ensuring that the support surface is firm and level Conduct a visu...

Page 122: ...in the brake system Check brake fluid level regularly Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on its center stand Move handlebars into straight ahead position Check brake fluid level...

Page 123: ...ake fluid in rear brake fluid reservoir 1 NOTICE The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir drops due to brake pad wear Rear brake fluid level Brake fluid DOT4 The brake fluid level must not f...

Page 124: ...t level CAUTION Working on hot cooling sys tem Burn hazard Only carry out work on the cooling system when it has cooled down Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Read off co...

Page 125: ...ps with rubber sealing ring and screw on firmly Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Check tyre pressures against data below Tire pressure front 36 3 psi 2 5 bar with tire c...

Page 126: ...rk motorcycle Sweep across spokes with a screwdriver handle or similar item paying attention to the sound that they emit as you proceed If the tone does not remain con sistent Have spokes checked by a...

Page 127: ...pecialist service facility preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer In some cases the data stored in the control units can be adapted for the new wheel sizes TPC RDC sticker with Tire Pressure Control TPC R...

Page 128: ...pads apart Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper removed Remove securing screws 4 of left and right brake calipers Push brake pads 1 slightly apart by turning the brake caliper 2 back and...

Page 129: ...wn and roll it forward out of the front suspension Remove spacer bushing 1 from the wheel hub Installing front wheel WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications Malfunctio...

Page 130: ...irection Accident hazard Observe running direction ar rows on tire or rim Roll front wheel into front suspension Lift front wheel and install quick release axle 1 Remove front wheel stand and firmly c...

Page 131: ...caliper on tele scopic forks 28 lb ft 38 Nm Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim WARNING Brake pads do not contact the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect Before driving off check...

Page 132: ...and ASC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and ASC chassis control systems at the beginning of this chapter ATTENTION Tightening of screwed con nections with incorrect...

Page 133: ...eplacing air cleaner insert Remove rider s seat 73 Open stow compartment lid 1 Remove screws 2 3 and 4 Remove fuel tank cover Remove screws 1 Remove air cleaner housing cover Remove frame 1 and air fi...

Page 134: ...headlight without LED headlightsOE NOTICE The alignment of connector spring wire strap and bulb may differ from that shown in the fol lowing illustrations Park motorcycle ensuring that support surfac...

Page 135: ...LED Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W with LED headlightsOE LED To avoid leaving contamina tion deposits on the new bulb s glass surface always hold it by its base Insert bulb 2 while ensuring...

Page 136: ...witch off ignition Remove cover panel 1 by turn ing counterclockwise Remove bulb holder 1 from the headlight housing Remove bulb 1 from the socket Replace defective light source Bulb for parking light...

Page 137: ...ing clockwise Replacing front and rear turn indicator light sources Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Switch off ignition Remove screw 1 Pull glass on screw connection side out of...

Page 138: ...using inner side first and close Fit the screw 1 Replacing LED tail light The LED tail light can only be completely replaced Please contact a specialist service facility for this pur pose preferably a...

Page 139: ...NTION Jump starting with a voltage higher than 12 V Damage to the motorcycle s electronics The battery of the donor mo torcycle must have a voltage of 12 V Park motorcycle ensuring that support surfac...

Page 140: ...n order to maxi mize battery life Keep the surface of the battery clean and dry Do not open the battery Do not top up with water Be sure to read and comply with the instructions for charg ing the batt...

Page 141: ...charger is avail able through your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Charge disconnected battery via onboard socket NOTICE The motorcycle s onboard elec tronics know when the battery is fully charged T...

Page 142: ...ions 2 In order not to damage the bat tery cover and the mount re move the battery cover upward at position 3 with anti theft alarm system DWA OE Switch off anti theft alarm sys tem if necessary Remov...

Page 143: ...tart ing the fuse for the alternator regulator may blow Fasten positive battery cable 1 Slide battery into holder First insert mounting plate into supports 1 Next press it un der the battery at positi...

Page 144: ...d fire Do not bypass defective fuses Replace defective fuses with new fuses Consult the fuse assignment diagram and replace the defec tive fuse NOTICE If the fuses blow frequently have the electrical...

Page 145: ...t procedure followed when disconnecting the data link connector for the On Board Diagnostics Motorcycle experiences malfunc tions Only have the data link con nector disconnected by a spe cialist works...

Page 146: ...at the diagnostic con nector 2 Secure the data link connector Disconnect the diagnosis and information system interface Plug the seat data link connec tor 2 into the bracket 4 The locking mechanisms 3...

Page 147: ...Accessories General notes 146 Onboard power sockets 146 Case 147 Topcase 149 Navigation system 151 9 145 z Accessories ProCarManuals com...

Page 148: ...f any kind Whenever you are planning mod ifications comply with all the le gal requirements The motorcy cle must not violate the regula tions governing motorcycle ap proval for highway use applicable...

Page 149: ...mum loadability specified in the technical data is exceeded the onboard sockets are switched off Case Open case with aluminum caseOA Turn key 1 counterclockwise NOTICE The case cover can be opened wit...

Page 150: ...oward closed side Hook in lid retaining cable 1 Close case lid Close second lock of case lid Remove case with aluminum caseOA Turn key 1 counterclockwise Press lock housing 2 to side to release lockin...

Page 151: ...e and re move Maximum payload and maximum speed Observe maximum payload and maximum speed as indicated on label in case If you cannot find your combination of motorcycle and case on the label contact...

Page 152: ...w 1 on lid Press lock housing 2 down ward while making sure that claw grips into lid To lock turn key 3 clockwise and remove Remove topcase with aluminum topcaseOA Turn key 1 counterclockwise Press lo...

Page 153: ...d your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer The following values apply to the combination described here Maximum speed for rid ing with aluminum top case...

Page 154: ...tating movement Navigation device audibly en gages Slide shut off lock 2 com pletely to right Locking device 3 is locked Turn ignition key 4 clockwise Navigation device is locked and ignition key can...

Page 155: ...tem is supported A soft ware update may be required for the BMW Motorrad commu nication system In this case please contact your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer If BMW Motorrad Navigator is installed...

Page 156: ...a BMW Motorrad communication system con nected via Bluetooth BMW special menu Speak Repeat last navigation announcement Way point Save current way point as favorite Navigate home Starts naviga tion t...

Page 157: ...an acoustic signal is also sounds in case of a warning If several warning messages are active the number of messages is indicated below the warning triangle A list of all warning messages is opened b...

Page 158: ...cure vehicles If you answer Yes to this question the Navigator saves the vehicle identification number VIN of this motorcycle in its internal mem ory A maximum of five VINs can be saved in this way Wh...

Page 159: ...re products 158 Washing your motorcycle 158 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 159 Paint care 160 Protective wax coating 160 Store motorcycle 160 Return motorcycle to use 161 10 157 z Care ProCarManu...

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

Page 161: ...indshields and lenses are manufactured in plastic Clean off dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water NOTICE Soften stubborn dirt and dead insects by covering the affected areas with a w...

Page 162: ...articularly easy to see after the motorcycle has been washed Remove this type of soiling with cleaning naphtha or spirit on a clean cloth or cotton ball BMW Motorrad recom mends using BMW tar remover...

Page 163: ...Return motorcycle to use Remove the protective wax coating Clean motorcycle Install battery 141 Observe checklist 86 10 161 z Care ProCarManuals com...

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Page 165: ...l 167 Engine oil 168 Engine 168 Clutch 169 Transmission 169 Rear wheel drive 170 Frame 170 Suspension 171 Brakes 172 Wheels and tires 173 Electrical system 175 Alarm system 176 Dimensions 177 Weights...

Page 166: ...stand Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch No fuel in tank Refueling procedure 95 Battery drained Charging connected battery 139 Overheating protect...

Page 167: ...n telescopic fork M8 x 35 14 lb ft 19 Nm Brake caliper on telescopic forks M10 x 65 28 lb ft 38 Nm Wheel speed sensor on fork M6 x 16 Micro encapsulated or medium strength screw lock 6 lb ft 8 Nm Rear...

Page 168: ...d thread 16 lb ft 22 Nm Adapter on clamping block M10 x 14 4 8 18 lb ft 25 Nm Handlebars Value Valid Clamping block handlebar clamp on fork bridge M8 x 35 Tighten on block in front in the direc tion o...

Page 169: ...the engine should for example be operated with 91 RON in countries with lower fuel quality the motorcycle must be respectively programmed first by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer max 10 ethanol...

Page 170: ...Ultimate Oil Engine oil quantity for topping up max 1 quarts max 0 95 l Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends Engine Engine number location Lower right of engine block beneath the starter Engi...

Page 171: ...lutch slipper clutch Transmission Transmission design 6 speed transmission with helical cut dog ring gears Transmission gear ratios 1 000 60 60 teeth Primary gear ratio 1 650 33 20 teeth Transmission...

Page 172: ...ralever Gear ratio of final drive 2 91 32 11 teeth Frame Frame design Steel tube frame with partially self supporting drive unit steel tube rear frame Location of type plate Frame at front right next...

Page 173: ...ectrically adjustable rebound stage and compression damping Spring travel front 8 3 in 210 mm on wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Typ...

Page 174: ...Wear limit Free travel of brake actuation Front wheel brake Approx 0 07 in Approx 1 85 mm at piston Rear wheel Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2 piston floating caliper and f...

Page 175: ...front rear tires V minimum requirement 149 mph 240 km h Front wheel Front wheel design Cross spoke wheel Front wheel rim size 3 0 x19 Front tire designation 120 70 19 Load index for front tire At lea...

Page 176: ...t least 71 Rear wheel load at unladen weight 278 lbs 126 kg Permissible rear wheel load max 677 lbs max 307 kg Permissible rear wheel imbalance max 1 6 oz max 45 g Tire inflation pressures Tire pressu...

Page 177: ...e carrier 50 A Fuse 1 Voltage regulator Battery Battery design AGM Absorptive Glass Mat battery Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 12 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs manufacturer and designation NGK LMA...

Page 178: ...taillight brake light LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front RY10W 12 V 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear RY10W 12 V 10 W Alarm system Activation time Approx 30 s Alarm duration Appro...

Page 179: ...1 33 9 in 840 860 mm without rider at un laden weight with Rally seatOA 35 2 in 895 mm without rider at unladen weight with lowered suspensionOE 33 1 33 9 in 840 860 mm without rider at un laden weig...

Page 180: ...t rider at unladen weight Weights Vehicle curb weight 580 lbs 263 kg DIN unladen weight ready for road fuel tank 90 full without OE Permissible gross weight 1058 lbs 480 kg Maximum payload 478 lbs 217...

Page 181: ...180 BMW Motorrad Service 181 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 181 Maintenance procedures 181 BMW Service 182 Maintenance schedule 185 Confirmation of maintenance work 186 Confirmation of service 200 12...

Page 182: ...the manufac turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign However the NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or BMW of North America LLC...

Page 183: ...e recommended service intervals Have all maintenance and repair work confirmed in the Service chapter in this manual Doc umentation confirming regular maintenance is essential for gen erous treatment...

Page 184: ...s sary to come in for service before the entered date In this case a corresponding maximum odome ter reading will also be entered in the confirmation of service If this odometer reading is reached be...

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Page 187: ...s 7 Replacing air cleaner insert 8 Check or replace the air filter element 9 Change brake fluid in en tire system a annually or every 6000 miles whichever comes first b annually or every 12000 miles w...

Page 188: ...fluid level of front brake Checking rear brake pads and brake disk for wear Checking brake fluid level for rear brake Checking coolant level Checking side stand for ease of movement Checking the cente...

Page 189: ...ivery Check Conducted on Stamp Signature BMW Running in Check Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature 12 187 z Service ProCarM...

Page 190: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 191: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 192: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 193: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 194: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 195: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 196: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 197: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 198: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 199: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 200: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 201: ...k carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner element Checking o...

Page 202: ...e The table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work the installed optional accessories and any special campaign recall work carried out Work carried out Odometer reading Date 12 200 z Serv...

Page 203: ...Work carried out Odometer reading Date 12 201 z Service ProCarManuals com...

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Page 205: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi lizer 204 Certificate for Keyless Ride 206 Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con trol 208 13 203 z Appendix ProCarManuals com...

Page 206: ...h 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 including inte...

Page 207: ...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 interf re...

Page 208: ...ncluding 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 cause harmful...

Page 209: ...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 range devic...

Page 210: ...adio 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 brouillage radio...

Page 211: ...nnected battery 139 Installing 141 Maintenance instructions 138 Removing 140 Technical data 175 Warning for battery charging voltage 38 Brake fluid Checking fluid level at rear 121 Checking front flui...

Page 212: ...em Technical Data 175 Emergency on off switch kill switch 17 Operating 50 Engine Starting 87 Technical Data 168 Warning for electronic engine management 30 Warning for the engine management system 37...

Page 213: ...ss Ride Battery of radio operated key is completely drained or radio operated key has been lost 48 EWS Electronic immobilizer 48 Locking handlebars 46 Switch off ignition 47 Switching on ignition 47 U...

Page 214: ...ators 25 Overviews Indicator and warning lights 20 Instrument cluster 18 Left side of motorcycle 11 Left side multifunction switch 15 Multifunction display 22 Right side of motorcycle 13 Right hand mu...

Page 215: ...Battery 175 Brakes 172 Bulbs 175 Clutch 169 Dimensions 177 Electrical system 175 Engine 168 Engine oil 168 Frame 170 Fuel 167 Performance data 178 Rear wheel drive 170 Spark plugs 175 Standards 7 Susp...

Page 216: ...Engine management system 37 Engine oil level 38 Fuel reserve 37 Gear not programmed 36 Immobilizer 29 Light source defect 31 Outside temperature warning 29 Overview 20 23 Tire Pressure Monitor 32 Weig...

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Page 218: ...mensions 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 2016 Bay...

Page 219: ...tively programmed first by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer max 10 ethanol E10 87 AKI 91 ROZ RON 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx 7 9 gal Approx 30 l Reserve fuel quantity Approx 1 1 gal Approx...

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