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BMW Motorrad R 1200R 2014, Rider'S Manual

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Abbreviations and symbols, 6
ABS

Control, 15
Engineering details, 106
Indicator and warning lights, 40
operate, 69
Self-diagnosis, 92

Accessories

General instructions, 160

Actuality, 7
Air filter

Position on the motorcycle, 13

Ambient temperature

Outside temperature
warning, 31
Reading, 44

Anti-theft alarm

Indicator light, 18
operate, 67
Warning, 39

ASC

Control, 15
Engineering details, 109
operate, 71
Self-diagnosis, 93

Average values

Resetting, 62

B

Battery

Charging battery when
connected, 153
Charging battery when
disconnected, 153
Indicator light for battery
charge voltage, 38
Installation, 155
Maintenance instructions, 152
Removal, 154
Technical data, 188
Warning for battery voltage
low, 38

Brake fluid

Checking fluid level, front, 126
Checking fluid level, rear, 127
Reservoir, front, 13
Reservoir, rear, 13

Brake pads

Checking front, 124
Checking rear, 125
Running in, 94

Brakes

ABS Pro in detail, 108
ABS Pro depending on riding
mode, 96
Adjusting handlebar lever, 84
Checking function, 124
Safety instructions, 95
Technical data, 186

C

Cases, 161
Checklist, 90
Clock

adjusting, 64

Clutch

Adjusting handlebar lever, 83
Checking operation, 128
Technical data, 183

Coolant

Checking fill level, 128
Warning for overtemperat-
ure, 32

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Index

Summary of Contents for R 1200R 2014

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual R1200R BMW Motorrad ...

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

Page 3: ...ntains informa tion on maintenance and care to help you maintain your vehicle s reliability and safety as well as its value This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on your vehicle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims If the time comes to sell your BMW please remember to hand over this Rider s Manual to the new owner It is an important part of the vehicle S...

Page 4: ...ve 43 Oil level 43 Ambient temperature 44 Tyre pressure 44 Recommendation to up shift 45 Red rpm range 45 4 Operation 47 Ignition 48 Ignition with Key less Ride 50 Emergency off switch kill switch 55 Lights 55 Daytime riding light 57 Hazard warning lights sys tem 59 Turn indicators 60 Multifunction display 60 Anti theft alarm DWA 67 Anti lock brake system ABS 69 Automatic Stability Control ASC 71 ...

Page 5: ...yres 130 Wheels 130 Silencer 138 Light source 139 Jump starting 151 Battery 152 Fuses 156 Diagnostic connector 157 9 Accessories 159 General instructions 160 Power sockets 160 Cases 161 Topcase 164 Navigation system 167 10 Care 173 Care products 174 Washing the vehicle 174 Cleaning easily damaged components 175 Paint care 176 Protective wax coating 176 Laying up the motor cycle 176 Restoring motor...

Page 6: ...rvices 194 Maintenance work 194 Maintenance schedule 197 Maintenance confirma tions 198 Service confirmations 212 13 Appendix 215 Certificate for Electronic Immobiliser 216 Certificate for Key less Ride 218 Certificate for Tyre Pres sure Control RDC 220 14 Index 221 ...

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

Page 8: ...ION Low risk hazard Non avoidance can lead to slight or moderate injury WARNING Medium risk hazard Non avoidance can lead to fatal or severe injury DANGER High risk haz ard Non avoidance leads to fatal or severe injury ATTENTION Special notes and precautionary measures Non compliance can lead to damage to the vehicle or accessory and consequently to voiding of the warranty NOTICE Specific instruc ...

Page 9: ...u have not ordered Please note too that your motorcycle might not be exactly as illus trated in this manual on account of country specific differences If your motorcycle contains equipment that has not been described its description can be found in a separate manual Technical data All dimensions weights and power ratings stated in the Rider s Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the ...

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

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

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

Page 13: ... 1 with daytime riding lightOE with Headlight ProOE Manual daytime riding light 57 2 Clutch fluid reservoir 128 3 Fuel filler neck 98 4 Seat lock 79 5 Setting the rear damping down at the spring strut 85 2 11 z General views ...

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

Page 15: ... right Type plate on steering head left 4 Coolant level indicator 128 Coolant reservoir 129 5 Tyre pressure table 6 Oil filler neck 123 7 Engine oil level indicator 122 8 Behind the side trim panel Battery 152 Positive battery connection point 151 Diagnostic connector 157 9 Brake fluid reservoir rear 127 10 Power socket 160 2 13 z General views ...

Page 16: ...Underneath the seat 1 Fuses 156 2 Rider s Manual 3 Standard toolkit 120 4 Payload table 2 14 z General views ...

Page 17: ...rolOE Cruise control system 76 3 Hazard warning lights sys tem 59 4 ABS 69 ASC 71 with Dynamic Traction Control DTC OE DTC 71 5 with Dynamic ESAOE Dynamic ESA Possible set tings 72 6 with LED auxiliary head lightsOA LED auxiliary headlights 56 7 Turn indicators 60 8 Horn 2 15 z General views ...

Page 18: ...ion display 61 10 with preparation for nav igation systemOE Operating navigation sys tem 168 Multi Controller 11 with daytime riding lightOE with Headlight ProOE Manual daytime riding light 57 2 16 z General views ...

Page 19: ...Multifunction switch right 1 with heated gripsOE Operating the heated handlebar grips 78 2 Riding mode 73 3 Emergency off switch kill switch 55 4 Starter button Start engine 91 2 17 z General views ...

Page 20: ...htOE Photosensor for automatic daytime riding light with alarm system DWA OE Alarm system LED with Keyless RideOE Telltale light for the radio operated key 3 Indicator and warning lights 20 4 Multifunction display There is a choice of 3 dif ferent display views Full view 22 Sport view 23 Touring view 24 2 18 z General views ...

Page 21: ...play Full view 22 Multifunction display Sport view 23 Multifunction display Touring view 24 Warnings 25 Service due indicator 42 Fuel reserve 43 Oil level 43 Ambient temperature 44 Tyre pressure 44 Recommendation to upshift 45 Red rpm range 45 3 19 z Status indicators ...

Page 22: ...e display 25 2 Neutral 3 with LED auxiliary head lightsOA LED auxiliary headlights 56 4 High beam headlight 56 5 ASC 71 with Dynamic Traction Control DTC OE DTC 71 6 Turn indicators right 7 with EU market exportNV Malfunction indicator lamp Emissions warning 34 8 ABS 69 3 20 z Status indicators ...

Page 23: ...9 with daytime riding lightOE with Headlight ProOE Manual daytime riding light 57 10 Fuel reserve 43 11 with cruise controlOE Cruise control system 76 12 Turn indicators left 3 21 z Status indicators ...

Page 24: ...4 ESA setting 72 5 Red rpm range 45 6 Fuel level 7 Outside temperature warn ing 44 8 Riding mode 73 9 Tyre pressure monitoring Reifendruck Control RDC On board computer read ings 61 10 Automatic daytime riding light 57 11 Heating stages handlebar grips 78 12 Gear indicator N indic ates neutral 3 22 z Status indicators ...

Page 25: ... Red rpm range 45 4 Engine rpm 5 Fuel level 6 Automatic daytime riding light 57 7 Heating stages handlebar grips 78 8 Outside temperature warn ing 44 9 Riding mode 73 10 On board computer read ings 61 11 Gear indicator N indic ates neutral 3 23 z Status indicators ...

Page 26: ... 2 Speedometer 3 Fuel level 4 Outside temperature warn ing 44 5 Riding mode 73 6 On board computer read ings 61 7 Automatic daytime riding light 57 8 Heating stages handlebar grips 78 9 Gear indicator N indic ates neutral 3 24 z Status indicators ...

Page 27: ...ning symbols at position 2 appearing in succession from right to left These warning sym bols appear in their order of pri ority The highest priority is on the right The general warning light shows red or yellow de pending on the urgency of the warning If multiple warnings are active at the same time the three highest priority warnings are shown The possible warnings are listed on the next pages 3 ...

Page 28: ...out of range 31 lights up yellow appears on the display Replace the battery of the radio oper ated key 32 flashes red appears on the display Coolant temperature too high 32 appears on the display Engine has not yet warmed up to oper ating temperature 32 lights up yellow appears on the display Engine in emergency operation mode 33 flashes yellow appears on the display Severe fault in the engine con...

Page 29: ...e pressure outside the permitted tol erance 34 lights up yellow appears on the display Sensor faulty or system fault 35 or is displayed or is displayed Transmission fault 35 lights up yellow appears on the display Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak 36 lights up yellow appears on the display Light failure 36 lights up yellow appears on the display Front light failure 37 3 27 z Status indicators ...

Page 30: ... yellow appears on the display On board system voltage critical 38 lights up red appears on the display Battery charge voltage insufficient 38 appears on the display DWA battery weak 39 lights up yellow appears on the display DWA battery flat 39 shows yellow briefly appears on the display Service overdue 39 flashes ABS self diagnosis not completed 40 3 28 z Status indicators ...

Page 31: ...tched off 40 quick flashes ASC DTC intervention 40 slow flashes ASC DTC self diagnosis not completed 40 lights up ASC DTC switched off 41 lights up ASC DTC fault 41 lights up yellow appears on the display ESA fault 41 The gear indicator flashes Gear not calibrated 41 3 29 z Status indicators ...

Page 32: ...Indicator and warning lights Display text Meaning lights up Fuel down to reserve 42 3 30 z Status indicators ...

Page 33: ...is disrupted Remove all other vehicle keys from the same ring as the igni tion key Use the emergency key Have the defective key re placed preferably by an au thorised BMW Motorrad dealer Radio operated key out of range with Keyless RideOE lights up yellow appears on the display Possible cause Communication between R C key and engine electronics is disrup ted Check the battery in the radio operated...

Page 34: ...nt level is too low Top up the coolant and have the coolant system checked by a specialist workshop preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Possible cause The coolant temperature is too high If possible ride in the part load range to cool down the engine If the coolant temperature is frequently too high have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist workshop preferably an aut...

Page 35: ... gine runs in emergency operating mode You can continue to ride but bear in mind that the usual en gine performance might not be available Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Severe fault in the engine control unit flashes yellow appears on the display WARNING Engine damage when run ning in emergency operation mode R...

Page 36: ...an excessively low oil level The next time you stop for fuel Checking engine oil level 122 If the oil level is too low Topping up the engine oil 123 If the oil level is correct Seek the advice of a specialist workshop preferably an author ised BMW Motorrad dealer Tyre pressure outside the permitted tolerance with tyre pressure control RDC OE flashes red appears on the display WARNING Tyre pressure...

Page 37: ...and tyres equipped with RDC sensors Possible cause 1 or 2 RDC sensors have failed or a system error has occurred Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Transmission fault with tyre pressure control RDC OE or is displayed Possible cause The vehicle did not reach the minimum required speed 114 RDC sensor is not active min 30 km h The RDC sensor...

Page 38: ...ressure control RDC OE lights up yellow appears on the display NOTICE This error message shows briefly only after the Pre Ride Check completes Possible cause The integral battery in the tyre pressure sensor has lost a sig nificant proportion of its original capacity There is no assurance of how long the tyre pressure control system can remain opera tional Seek the advice of a specialist workshop p...

Page 39: ... light or front turn indicator bulb faulty Faulty bulbs have to be replaced Replacing bulbs for low beam and high beam headlight 139 Replacing bulb for parking light 143 Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators 147 Replacing LED turn indicators 150 Replacing LED daytime riding light 150 Replacing LED additional head lights 150 Rear light failure lights up yellow appears on the display WA...

Page 40: ... that the engine can be started and the motorcycle ridden the on board electronics switch off the electricity supply to the on board sockets and the auxiliary headlights In extreme cases the seat heating and the grip heating might also be shut down Possible cause Too many consumers switched on On board system voltage tends to drop particularly at low engine rpm and when the engine is idling When r...

Page 41: ...vice of a specialist workshop preferably an author ised BMW Motorrad dealer DWA battery flat with alarm system DWA OE lights up yellow appears on the display NOTICE This error message shows briefly only after the Pre Ride Check completes Possible cause The integral battery in the anti theft alarm DWA has lost its en tire original capacity There is no assurance that the DWA anti theft alarm will be...

Page 42: ...he more detailed in formation on certain situations that can lead to an ABS fault message 107 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer ABS switched off lights up Possible cause The rider has switched off the ABS system Switch on the ABS function ASC DTC intervention quick flashes The ASC DTC has detec ted a degree of inst...

Page 43: ...has detected a fault The ASC DTC function is not available You can continue to ride Bear in mind that the ASC DTC function is not available Bear in mind the more detailed in formation on situations that can lead to a fault 110 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer ESA fault with Dynamic ESAOE lights up yellow appears o...

Page 44: ...st workshop we recommend a BMW Motorrad Partner Fuel down to reserve lights up WARNING Irregular engine operation or engine shutdown due to lack of fuel Risk of accident damage to cata lytic converter Do not run the fuel tank dry Possible cause The fuel tank contains no more than the reserve quantity of fuel Reserve fuel approx 4 l Refuelling 98 Service due indicator The service due date 1 shows w...

Page 45: ...more difficult it becomes to determine the reserve volume For this reason the fuel reserve volume cannot be displayed ex actly After the fuel warning light has switched on the range is displayed automatically The distance that can still be travelled using the reserve volume depends on the style of driving usage and the amount of fuel remaining at the time the light came on see explanation above Th...

Page 46: ... temporarily appears on the display If ambient temperature drops be low the threshold a warning ap pears drawing your attention to the risk of black ice forming The display automatically switches from any other mode to tempe rature reading 1 and the reading flashes when ambient tempera ture drops below this threshold for the first time Threshold for ambient temperature approx 3 C In addition the i...

Page 47: ... reached If the 1 symbol also shows this is a warning The crit ical tyre pressure flashes If the value in question is close to the limit of the permissible tolerance range the reading is accompanied by the General warning light showing yellow If the tyre pressure re gistered by the sensor is outside the permissible tolerance range the General warning light flashes red For more information about BM...

Page 48: ...ld Red rpm range 1 Engine has not yet reached its operating temperature 4000 min 1 Engine at operating temperature Red rpm range 2 Engine has reached its operating temperature 8500 min 1 3 46 z Status indicators ...

Page 49: ...ht 57 Hazard warning lights system 59 Turn indicators 60 Multifunction display 60 Anti theft alarm DWA 67 Anti lock brake system ABS 69 Automatic Stability Control ASC 71 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA 72 Riding mode 73 Cruise control system 76 Heated handlebar grips 78 Front and rear seats 79 4 47 z Operation ...

Page 50: ...sed BMW Motorrad dealer Lock the handlebars Turn the handlebars all the way to left Turn the key to position 1 while moving the handlebars slightly Ignition lights and all function circuits switched off Handlebars are locked Key can be removed Switching on ignition Insert the vehicle key into the ignition switch and turn it to position 1 Side lights and all function cir cuits are switched on with ...

Page 51: ...tched off Electronic immobiliser EWS The electronic design of the motorcycle allows it to access data stored in the ignition key by means of a ring antenna loc ated in the ignition switch steer ing lock The engine control unit will not permit the engine to be started unless the key is identi fied as authorised NOTICE A spare vehicle key attached to the same ring as the ignition key used to start t...

Page 52: ...e radio operated key and one emergency key Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser EWS if a key is lost or mislaid 52 Ignition fuel filler cap and anti theft alarm system all work with the radio operated key Seat lock topcase and cases can be locked and unlocked manually NOTICE The vehicle cannot be started if the radio control key is not within range e g key inside one of the...

Page 53: ...e riding lightOE with Headlight ProOE Daytime riding light is switched on with LED auxiliary headlightsOA LED auxiliary headlights are switched on Pre Ride Check is performed 91 ABS self diagnosis is in pro gress 92 ASC DTC self diagnosis is in progress 93 Version 2 Steering lock is engaged press and hold down button 1 The steering lock disengages Parking lights and all function circuits switched ...

Page 54: ...peration of the electronics in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued The warning with the key symbol appears in the multifunc tion display Always keep the spare key sep arately from the radio operated key If you mislay a radio operated key you can have the key in ques tion barred by your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer In order to have a key barred you must bring along all the o...

Page 55: ...which the engine has to be started The unlocking procedure has to be repeated if this time is allowed to expire 30 s Pre Ride Check is performed Emergency key has been re cognised Engine can be started Emergency key can be re moved Start engine 91 Battery of the radio operated key is empty Removing rear seat 79 Lay radio operated key 1 in position 2 Time during which the engine has to be started T...

Page 56: ...ss button 2 Bitted key flips out Push up battery cover 1 Remove battery 3 Battery type for Keyless Ride radio oper ated key CR 2032 Dispose of the old battery in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations do not attempt to dispose of batteries as domestic waste ATTENTION Unsuitable or incorrectly in serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer s specific...

Page 57: ...or switching off the engine quickly and easily A Engine switched off B Normal operating position run Lights Low beam headlight and sidelights The side lights switch on auto matically when the ignition is switched on NOTICE The side lights place a strain on the battery Do not switch the ignition on for longer than abso lutely necessary The low beam headlight switches on automatically when the engin...

Page 58: ...on The vehicle lights light up for one minute before they are automatically switched off For instance use this feature to light up the way to the front door after having parked the vehicle Parking lights Switching off ignition 49 Immediately after switching off the ignition push button 1 to the left and hold it in this po sition until the parking lights come on Switch the ignition on and off again...

Page 59: ...g lightOE with Headlight ProOE Requirement Automatic daytime riding light switched off WARNING Activation of daytime riding light in the dark Poorer vision and oncoming traffic dazzled Do not use the daytime run ning light when it is dark NOTICE By comparison with the low beam headlight the daytime running light makes the vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic This improves daytime visibility St...

Page 60: ...beam headlight low beam headlight and front side light are switched on If the high beam headlight is switched off again the daytime running light is not automat ically reactivated but must be switched on again if required Automatic daytime riding light with daytime riding lightOE NOTICE The changeover between daytime running light and low beam headlight including front side lights can be effected ...

Page 61: ...eadlight and front side lights are switched on e g when you ride into a tunnel and the response of the auto matic daytime riding light to the change in ambient bright ness is delayed The auxiliary headlight switches on again when the daytime riding light is switched off Pressing the daytime riding light button again reactivates the automatic daytime riding light in other words the day time riding ...

Page 62: ... the right turn indicat ors Centre button 1 to cancel the turn indicators NOTICE The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after the defined riding time and distance The defined time and distance can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Multifunction display Assistance with menu guidance The meanings of the arrows that appear on the display are as fol lows Arrows 1 and 3 Press and hol...

Page 63: ... line 2 In the standard equipment the following values can be displayed and selected at the press of a button Tripmeter 1 TRIP 1 Tripmeter 2 TRIP 2 Range RANGE Total distance travelled ODO SETUP menu SETUP only when stationary with on board computer ProOE The following information is ad ditionally displayed by means of the on board computer Pro Automatic trip distance TRIP A Current consumption CO...

Page 64: ...Switching on ignition 48 Press button 1 briefly repeatedly until the trip distance recorder to be reset appears in top display line 2 Press and hold button 1 until the value shown is reset with on board computer ProOE Automatic trip distance re corder TRIP A automatically resets six hours after the igni tion has been switched off Resetting the average values Switching on ignition 48 Repeatedly sho...

Page 65: ...e selected with alarm system DWA OE Auto Alarm Switch alarm system ON or OFF with preparation for navigation systemOE GPS Time Navigation sys tem installed Accept GPS time and GPS date ON or do not accept OFF with riding modes ProOE User Mode User specific settings for the riding mode Clock Setting the clock Date Setting the date Shift Indicator Display upshift recommenda tion in the display ON or...

Page 66: ...and hold down button 2 until the hours in the bottom display line 3 flash NOTICE If is displayed instead of the time the voltage supply of the instrument cluster has been interrupted e g by disconnecting the battery Press button 1 to increase the flashing value or button 2 to reduce the same Press and hold down button 2 until the minutes in the bottom display line 3 flash Press button 1 to increas...

Page 67: ...ld down button 2 until the month in the bottom display line 3 starts to flash Press button 1 to increase the flashing value or button 2 to reduce the same Press and hold down button 2 until the year in the bottom display line 3 starts to flash Press button 1 to increase the flashing value or button 2 to reduce the same Press and hold down button 2 until the year stops flashing Setting is complete ...

Page 68: ...ttom display line 4 shows the preset value The following values can be set TOP The value is displayed in the top display line BOTTOM The value is dis played in the bottom display line BOTH The value is displayed in both display lines OFF The value is not dis played Short press button 1 to change the setting The following menu items can be selected the works setting is shown in brackets Some menu i...

Page 69: ...menu item 3 selected short press button 2 To exit the individualisation menu at any point press and hold down button 1 All settings made until then will be saved Anti theft alarm DWA with alarm system DWA OE Alarm signal A DWA alarm can be triggered by motion sensor an attempt to use an unauthor ised vehicle key to switch on the ignition disconnection of the DWA anti theft alarm from the motor cyc...

Page 70: ...s 3x Ignition switched on with unauthorised vehicle key Flashes 4x Disconnection of the DWA anti theft alarm from the motorcycle s battery Flashes 5x Motion sensor 3 DWA adjusting Switching on ignition 48 Repeatedly short press but ton 1 until top display line 2 shows ENTER Press and hold down button 1 to start the SETUP menu Repeatedly short press but ton 1 to select the Auto Alarm menu item In t...

Page 71: ... twice Confirmation tone sounds twice if programmed Anti theft alarm DWA is act ive DWA Deactivating Switch on the ignition with Keyless RideOE Short press button 1 Turn indicators flash once Confirmation tone sounds once if programmed Anti theft alarm DWA is deac tivated Anti lock brake system ABS ABS Switching off NOTICE See the section entitled En gineering details for more in formation on brak...

Page 72: ...S indicator and warning light display changes NOTICE You have the option of activating the ABS function while the mo torcycle is on the move goes out If self diagnosis has not completed the in dicator and warning light starts flashing Release button 1 within two seconds remains off or continues to flash Anti theft alarm ABS is switched on You also have the option of switching the ignition off and ...

Page 73: ... ing the ASC DTC function while the motorcycle is on the move lights up Release button 1 within two seconds remains lit ASC DTC is switched off Switching on ASC DTC Press and hold the 1 button until the ASC DTC indicator and warning light display beha viour changes NOTICE You have the option of activating the ASC DTC function while the motorcycle is on the move goes out If self diagnosis has not c...

Page 74: ...cle s suspension to suit the load and the road conditions By interpreting ride height sensor signals Dynamic ESA detects movements in the chassis and suspension and responds by ad justing the damper valves The chassis and suspension will thus be adapted to the characteristics of the terrain You can set the damping to a harder DYNAMIC setting than the basic setting ROAD Dynamic ESA calibrates itsel...

Page 75: ...ith luggage Two up with luggage Wait for the mechanism to complete all adjustments be fore you ride off The settings for damping and spring preload shown on the display are automatically ac cepted if you allow a certain length of time to pass without pressing button 1 The ESA indicator flashes while adjust ment is in progress If the temperature is low take the weight off the motorcycle before incr...

Page 76: ...1 The current setting is shown at position 2 Each time the button is pressed one of the possible riding modes appears at posi tion 1 Repeatedly press button 1 until the riding mode you want ap pears on the display The following ride modes can be selected RAIN For riding on a rain wet road surface ROAD For riding on a dry road surface with riding modes ProOE The following riding modes are additiona...

Page 77: ... The riding mode selected in this way is retained with the engine characteristic and ASC DTC adaptation settings even after the ignition has been switched off Individualising riding mode with riding modes ProOE Select the USER riding mode Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the top display line shows 2 SETUP ENTER Press and hold down button 1 to start the SETUP menu Repeatedly short press but ...

Page 78: ...on 1 until User EXIT ap pears on the display Press and hold down button 4 to exit the User menu Cruise control system with cruise controlOE Switching on cruise control Slide switch 1 to the right Button 2 is enabled for opera tion Saving road speed Briefly push button 1 forward Adjustment range for cruise control 20 210 km h Telltale light for cruise con trol lights up The motorcycle maintains you...

Page 79: ...is position The motorcycle decelerates steplessly The current speed is main tained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again Deactivating cruise control Brake pull the clutch lever or turn the throttle twistgrip close the throttle by turning the twistgrip back past the idle position to deactivate the cruise control system NOTICE Whenever the Pro shift assist ant shifts gears cruise control is auto...

Page 80: ...itching off cruise control Slide switch 1 to the left The system is deactivated Button 2 is disabled Heated handlebar grips with heated gripsOE Operating the heated handlebar grips NOTICE The heating in the heated handlebar grips can be activated only when the engine is running NOTICE The increase in power consump tion caused by having the heated handlebar grips switched on can drain the battery i...

Page 81: ...handlebar grips press button 1 until heated handlebar grip symbol 2 disappears Front and rear seats Removing rear seat Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its stand Press down on the front part of rear seat 2 and at the same time turn seat lock 1 to the left with the vehicle key and hold it in this position Lift rear seat 2 at the front and release the vehicle key R...

Page 82: ...locked Work the front seat to the rear to remove and place it upholstered side down on a clean surface Installing front seat Removing rear seat 79 Push the front seat all the way into front mounts 1 and then lower it into position at the back 4 80 z Operation ...

Page 83: ...Adjustment Mirrors 82 Headlight 82 Clutch 83 Brakes 84 Spring preload 84 Damping 85 5 81 z Adjustment ...

Page 84: ... hand thread Push protective cap 1 over the threaded fastener Headlight Headlight 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 moto...

Page 85: ...ad Have the basic settings of the headlight restored by a special ist workshop best of all by a BMW Motorrad dealer Tighten screws 1 with the tool from the on board toolkit Clutch Adjusting the clutch lever WARNING Adjusting the clutch lever while riding Risk of accident Do not attempt to adjust the clutch lever unless the motor cycle is at a standstill Turn knob 1 to the desired po sition NOTICE ...

Page 86: ...pan between handlebar grip and brake lever Spring preload without Dynamic ESAOE Adjustment It is essential to set spring pre load of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the mo torcycle Increase spring pre load when the vehicle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the vehicle is lightly loaded Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel Make sure the ground is level ...

Page 87: ...r ection then turn it 15 turns in the HIGH direction One up with luggage Turn the knob as far as it will go in the HIGH direction Two up with luggage Damping without Dynamic ESAOE Adjustment 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 smooth surface An increase in spring preload requires ...

Page 88: ... then back it off 6 clicks in the counter clock wise direction One up riding without luggage Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go then back it off 4 clicks in the counter clockwise direction One up with lug gage Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go Two up with luggage 5 86 z Adjustment ...

Page 89: ...Riding Safety instructions 88 Checklist 90 Starting 91 Running in 93 Shifting gear 94 Brakes 95 Parking your motorcycle 97 Refuelling 98 Securing motorcycle for transporta tion 102 6 87 z Riding ...

Page 90: ...is uniformly distributed between right and left Pack heavy items at the bot tom and toward the inboard side Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with cases fitted as stated on the label inside the case see also the section en titled Accessories with topcaseOA Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted as stated on the labe...

Page 91: ...umes Do not run the engine in an enclosed space Risk of burn injury CAUTION Engine and exhaust system become very hot when the vehicle is in use Risk of burn injury When you park the vehicle make sure that no one and no objects can come into contact with the hot engine and ex haust system Catalytic converter If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic converter there is a danger of ov...

Page 92: ...regular intervals use the checklist below to check your motorcycle Always before riding off Check operation of the brake system Check operation of the lights and signalling equipment Checking clutch function 128 Checking tyre tread depth 130 Checking tyre pressure 129 Check that cases and luggage are securely held in place Every 3rd refuelling stop without Dynamic ESAOE Adjusting spring preload fo...

Page 93: ... and a donor bat tery to start See the subsection on jump starting in Maintenance for more details The engine starts If the engine refuses to start consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled Technical data 178 Pre Ride Check When the ignition is switched on the instrument cluster runs a test of the instrument dials and the indicator and warning lights known as the Pre Ride Check The...

Page 94: ... of the diagnosable system components with the vehicle at a standstill flashes Phase 2 Test of the wheel speed sensors as the vehicle pulls away from rest flashes ABS self diagnosis completed The ABS telltale and warning light goes out Check all the indicator and warning lights ABS self diagnosis not completed The ABS function is not avail able because self diagnosis did not complete The motor cyc...

Page 95: ... a defined minimum speed for the wheel speed sensors to be checked 5 km h If an indicator showing an ASC DTC fault appears when ASC DTC self diagnosis completes You can continue to ride Bear in mind that the ASC DTC function is not available Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Running in Engine Until the first runnin...

Page 96: ...ssential if the tyres are to achieve maximum grip WARNING New tyres losing grip on wet roads and at extreme bank angles Risk of accident Ride carefully and avoid ex tremely sharp inclines Shifting gear with shift assistant ProOE Shift assistant Pro NOTICE The Pro shift assistant assists upshifts and downshifts without the rider having to disengage the clutch or close the throttle This is not an au...

Page 97: ...the Pro shift assistant can take place Brakes How can stopping distance be minimised Each time the brakes are applied a load distribution shift takes place with the load shifting for ward from the rear to the front wheel The sharper the vehicle decelerates the more load is shifted to the front wheel The higher the wheel load the more braking force can be transmitted without the wheel locking To op...

Page 98: ...nd rear brakes and make use of the engine s braking effect as well 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 vehicle has been washed Riding on salted or gritted roads After work ha...

Page 99: ...eme cases this can result in a crash Use on public roads ABS Pro helps make the mo torcycle even safer for riding on public roads When the brakes are applied because of an un foreseen hazard when the mo torcycle is banked for cornering within the physical limits that ap ply to motorcycling the system prevents the wheels from locking and skidding away NOTICE ABS Pro was not developed to enhance ind...

Page 100: ...xtend the centre stand and lift the motorcycle onto the stand On a gradient the motorcycle should always face uphill se lect 1st gear Refuelling Fuel grade Requirement For optimum fuel consumption fuel should be sulphur free or with the lowest sulphur content possible ATTENTION Engine operation with leaded fuel Damage to catalytic converter Do not attempt to run the vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel ...

Page 101: ...turning it clockwise and flip the cap open Refuel with fuel of the grade stated above do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck NOTICE When refuelling after running on reserve make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re serve as otherwise the new level will not be registered and the fuel warning light indicating that the level is down to reserve will not be switched o...

Page 102: ...c surfaces by fuel Damage to the surfaces surfaces become unsightly or dull Clean plastic surfaces immedi ately after contact with fuel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its side stand Switching off ignition 49 NOTICE The fuel filler cap can be opened within the defined waiting time after the ignition has been switched off without the radio operated key being with...

Page 103: ...above do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck NOTICE When refuelling after running on reserve make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re serve as otherwise the new level will not be registered and the fuel warning light indicating that the level is down to reserve will not be switched off NOTICE The usable fuel capacity spe cified in the technical data is the quant...

Page 104: ... soft cloths for example for this purpose ATTENTION Vehicle topples to side when being lifted on to stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples Secure the vehicle to prevent it toppling preferably with the as sistance of a second person Push the motorcycle onto the transportation flat and hold it in position do not place it on the side stand or centre stand ATTENTION Trapping of components Co...

Page 105: ... straps at the rear on both sides to the frame for the rear footrest and tighten the straps Tighten all the straps uniformly the vehicle s suspension should be compressed as tightly as possible front and rear 6 103 z Riding ...

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Page 107: ...06 Anti lock brake system ABS 106 Automatic Stability Control ASC 109 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 110 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA 112 Riding mode 113 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC 114 Shift assistant Pro 116 7 105 z Engineering details ...

Page 108: ...ts of friction than a clean and dry asphalt sur face The lower the coefficient of friction the longer the braking distance If the rider increases braking pressure to the extent that brak ing force exceeds the maximum transferable limit the wheels start to lock and the vehicle loses its directional stability a fall is im minent Before this situation can occur ABS intervenes and adapts braking press...

Page 109: ...s possible that the ABS will be unable to prevent the rear wheel from lift ing clear of the ground If this happens the outcome can be a highsiding situation in which the motorcycle can flip over WARNING Rear wheel lift due to severe braking Risk of falling When you brake sharply bear in mind that ABS control can not always be relied on to pre vent the rear wheel from lifting clear of the ground Wh...

Page 110: ...potentially shorter brak ing distances which ABS per mits must not be used as an ex cuse for careless riding ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety margin in genuine emer gencies WARNING Braking when cornering Risk of accident despite ABS Invariably the rider bears re sponsibility for assessing road and traffic conditions and ad opting his or her style of riding accordingly Do not take risk...

Page 111: ...ion of the front wheel and the rear wheel The differential is used to compute slip as a measure of the reserves of stability available at the rear wheel If slip exceeds a certain limit the engine control inter venes and adapts the engine torque accordingly What is the design baseline for the ASC ASC is designed as an assist ance system for the rider and for use on public roads The ex tent to which...

Page 112: ...stationary by ap plying the front brake burn out Heating up with the motorcycle on the centre stand or an auxil iary stand engine idling or with a gear engaged Accelerating the motorcycle to a defined minimum speed after switching the ignition off and then on again reactivates the ASC Minimum speed for ac tivation of ASC min 5 km h If the front wheel lifts clear of the ground under severe accelera...

Page 113: ... of riding takes rider and ma chine close to the limits imposed by physics The system is not optimised for special requirements that apply under extreme competitive situ ations on the track You have the option of deactivating the DTC for these circumstances WARNING Risky riding Risk of accident despite DTC Invariably the rider bears re sponsibility for assessing road and traffic conditions and ad ...

Page 114: ...ching the ignition off and then on again reactivates the DTC Minimum speed for ac tivation of DTC min 5 km h If the front wheel lifts clear of the ground under severe accelera tion the DTC reduces engine torque until the front wheel re gains contact with the ground Under these circumstances BMW Motorrad recommends rolling the throttle slightly closed so as to restore stability with the least possi...

Page 115: ...king The more dynamic the selected mode the more ASC DTC assistance is re duced Consequently you must always bear the following in mind with regard to your selection of a ride mode the more dynamic the setting the greater the chal lenge to your riding skill Throttle response In the RAIN mode Restrained In the ROAD mode Direct In the DYNAMIC mode Dynamic RAIN mode The ASC DTC system intervenes earl...

Page 116: ...her circumstances you must proceed as follows Close the throttle twistgrip Release the brake levers The desired riding mode is ini tially preselected The mode change does not take place until the systems in question are all in the appropriate state Tyre pressure monitoring RDC with tyre pressure control RDC OE Function A sensor integrated into each tyre measures the air tempera ture and the air pr...

Page 117: ...of the ride The tyre pressure read ings in the multifunction display are temperature com pensated and are always refer enced to the following tyre air temperature 20 C The air lines available to the pub lic in petrol stations and motor way service areas have gauges that do not compensate for tem perature the reading shown by a gauge of this nature is the temperature dependent tyre pressure In most...

Page 118: ... shorter than a gearshift with clutch actuation In order for the system to identify a request for a gearshift the rider has to move the shift lever from its idle position in the desired dir ection against the force of the spring through a certain over travel at ordinary speed or rap idly and keep the shift lever in this position until the gearshift is completed It is not necessary to increase the ...

Page 119: ... This prevents overreving Maximum engine speed max 9000 min 1 Upshifting Upshifting is assisted until idle rpm for the target gear to be selected is reached This prevents the engine from dropping below idle speed Idle speed 1150 min 1 Engine at regular operating temperature 7 117 z Engineering details ...

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Page 121: ...ront wheel stand 120 Rear wheel stand 122 Engine oil 122 Brake system 124 Clutch 128 Coolant 128 Tyres 129 Rims and tyres 130 Wheels 130 Silencer 138 Light source 139 Jump starting 151 Battery 152 Fuses 156 Diagnostic connector 157 8 119 z Maintenance ...

Page 122: ...rkshop preferably your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Toolkit Standard toolkit 1 Screwdriver handle Use with screwdriver in sert Topping up the engine oil 123 2 Open ended spanner Width across flats 8 10 Removing battery 154 3 Open ended spanner Width across flats 14 Adjusting mirror arm 82 4 Reversible screwdriver blade Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 Removing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators 1...

Page 123: ...rks fit between them Use locating pins 3 to set the front wheel stand to the de sired height Centre the front wheel stand relative to the front wheel and push it against the front axle Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely seated Tighten securing screws 1 ATTENTION Centre stand retracts if mo torcycle is lifted too high Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples When raisin...

Page 124: ...ht Remove retaining disc 2 To do so press release button 3 Push the rear wheel stand from the right onto the rear axle Push the retaining disc on from the left while holding the un lock button down Hold the motorcycle upright and at the same time press the handle of the stand back until both rollers of the stand are on the ground Then press the handle down to the ground Engine oil Checking engine ...

Page 125: ... ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Wait five minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan Check the oil level in oil level indicator 1 Engine oil specified level between MIN and MAX marks If the oil level is below the MIN mark Topping up the engine oil 123 If the oil level is above the MAX mark Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop preferably a...

Page 126: ...ing engine oil level 122 Install cap 3 of the oil filler neck Brake system Checking function of brakes Pull the front brake lever The pressure point must be clearly perceptible Press the footbrake lever The pressure point must be clearly perceptible If pressure points are not clearly perceptible ATTENTION Work on brake system not in compliance with correct procedure Risk to operational reliability...

Page 127: ...rks are no longer clearly visible WARNING Brake pad thickness less than permissible minimum Diminished braking effect dam age to the brakes In order to ensure the depend ability of the brake system do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum per missible thickness Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Check rear brake pad thick...

Page 128: ... system do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum per missible thickness Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Checking brake fluid level front brakes WARNING Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid tank Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake system Adjust the riding mode imme diately until the fault is rect...

Page 129: ...ight If the brake fluid level drops be low the permitted level Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Checking the brake fluid level rear brakes WARNING Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid tank Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake system Adjust the riding mode imme diately until the fault is re...

Page 130: ...ly as possible by a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Clutch Checking clutch function Pull the clutch lever The pressure point must be clearly perceptible If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Coolant Check coolant level Extend the side stand and take up a positi...

Page 131: ...coolant to the specified level Check coolant level 128 Close cap 1 of the coolant ex pansion tank Tyres Checking tyre pressure WARNING Incorrect tyre pressure Impaired handling characteristics of the motorcycle shorter useful tyre life Always check that the tyre pressures are correct WARNING Tendency of valve inserts installed vertically to open by themselves at high riding speeds Sudden loss of t...

Page 132: ...rmitted by law Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its stand Measure the tyre tread depth in the main tread grooves with wear marks NOTICE Wear indicators are built into the main profile grooves on each tyre The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn down to the level of the marks The locations of the marks are indic ated on the edge of the tyre e g by the le...

Page 133: ...hey too must match the motorcycle s control sys tems and consequently cannot be changed If you decide that you would like to fit non standard wheels to your motorcycle it is very im portant to consult a specialist workshop beforehand preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer In some cases the data programmed into the control units can be changed to suit the new wheel sizes RDC sticker with tyre...

Page 134: ...ew 3 and remove the wheel speed sensor from its bore Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched in the process of removing the brake calipers ATTENTION Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on attempt to install the brake caliper or be cause brake pads have to be forced apart Do not operate the brakes with a brake caliper not correctly secured Remove securing...

Page 135: ...l stand 120 Slacken axle clamping screws 1 Remove screw 1 Slacken axle clamping screws 2 Press quick release axle slightly toward the inside so as to be better able to grip it on the right hand side Withdraw quick release axle 1 support the front wheel when doing this Set down front wheel and roll forwards out of the front suspension 8 133 z Maintenance ...

Page 136: ...fasteners work loose Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Slip spacing bushing 1 into the wheel hub on the left hand side ATTENTION Front wheel installed wrong way round Risk of accident Note direction of rotation ar rows on tyre or rim Roll the front wheel into posi tion between the front forks Lift front wheel and...

Page 137: ... the right hand side Quick release axle in telescopic forks 50 Nm Tighten axle clamping screws 2 to the specified tightening torque Clamping screws in axle holder Tightening sequence Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Tighten axle clamping screws 1 to the specified tightening torque 8 135 z Maintenance ...

Page 138: ...m the wheel rim WARNING Brake pads not lying against the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect Before driving check that the brakes respond without delay Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded Seat the cable for the wheel speed sensor in retaining clips 1 and 2 Insert the wheel speed sensor into the bore and install screw 3 Wheel speed sensor to fork le...

Page 139: ...systems at the start of this chapter ATTENTION Tightening threaded fasten ers to incorrect tightening torque Damage or threaded fasteners work loose Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Seat the rear wheel on the rear wheel adapter Install wheel studs 1 and tighten to specified torque Rear wheel to wheel flange Tigh...

Page 140: ...wheel stand 122 with centre standOE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand Remove screws 1 Ease cover 2 out of holder 3 and remove Slacken nut 1 to loosen clamp 2 slightly Remove screw 1 and washer 2 Turn silencer 3 counter clock wise Securing silencer ATTENTION Tightening threaded fasten ers to incorrect tightening torque Damage or threaded fasteners ...

Page 141: ...her 2 Silencer to rear frame 19 Nm Tighten nut 1 of clamp 2 Clamp to silencer and exhaust manifold 22 Nm Secure cover 2 in holder 3 and hold in position Install screws 1 Light source Replacing bulbs for low beam and high beam headlight NOTICE The positions of the plugs and the bulbs might not be as illus trated below 8 139 z Maintenance ...

Page 142: ... off the ignition with windshield PureOE Remove screws 1 Make sure that the shouldered bushings from the grommets are not mislaid Remove windscreen 2 Remove screws 2 and initially ease cover 1 out slightly at the top and then remove Slacken screw 1 through 2 turns Remove screw 1 and swivel the headlight aside Press retaining hooks 2 down slightly and remove cover 1 by pulling retaining hooks 2 8 1...

Page 143: ...bulb by the base only in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter Remove bulb 3 from plug 1 Make sure that holder 2 re mains on the plug Replace the defective bulb Bulbs for the low beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Insert plug with bulb 1 for the low beam headlight into the light housing and turn it clock wise Insert plug with bulb 2 for the high beam hea...

Page 144: ... bottom on connector 2 and secure retaining hooks 1 at the top Swing the headlight back to its original position and install screw 1 Headlight to front panel carrier 19 Nm Tighten screw 1 Adjuster to headlight 8 Nm 8 142 z Maintenance ...

Page 145: ... holder with windscreen sportOE or with windshield PureOE or with windscreen sportOA or with windshield highOA 4 Nm Replacing bulb for parking light Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm even ground Switch off the ignition with windshield PureOE Remove screws 1 Make sure that the shouldered bushings from the grommets are not mislaid Remove windscreen 2 8 143 z Maintenance ...

Page 146: ...2 turns Remove screw 1 and swivel the headlight aside Remove cover 1 by pulling re taining hooks 2 Pull socket 1 out of the head light housing Use a clean dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of dirt and foreign matter 8 144 z Maintenance ...

Page 147: ...ulb Bulb for parking light W5W 12 V 5 W with Headlight ProOE LED Insert bulb 1 into the socket Insert socket 1 into the head light housing Hold the cover in position at the bottom on connector 2 and secure retaining hooks 1 at the top 8 145 z Maintenance ...

Page 148: ... original position and install screw 1 Headlight to front panel carrier 19 Nm Tighten screw 1 Adjuster to headlight 8 Nm Clip both retaining hooks 2 into holders 1 Engage cover 1 at the bottom and install screws 2 8 146 z Maintenance ...

Page 149: ... sportOA or with windshield highOA 4 Nm Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm even ground Switch off the ignition Remove screw 1 Pull the glass out of the light housing at the threaded fastener side Use a clean dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter 8 147 z Maintenance ...

Page 150: ...g turn indicators rear RY10W 12 V 10 W with LED flashing turn indic atorsOE LED Turn bulb 1 clockwise to install it in the light housing Working from the inboard side insert the glass into the light housing and close the housing Install screw 1 Replacing bulb for number plate light Removing front seat 80 Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor cycle on its centre stand 8 148 z M...

Page 151: ...plate light bulb 4 out of the light housing Remove bulb 5 from the socket Replace the defective bulb Light source for the number plate light W5W 12 V 5 W Use a clean dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter Press bulb 5 into the socket 8 149 z Maintenance ...

Page 152: ...ing turn indicat orsOE LED turn indicators can be re placed only as a complete unit Consult a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Replacing LED daytime riding light with daytime riding lightOE The LED daytime riding light can only be replaced as a unit with the headlight it is not possible to replace individual LEDs Consult a specialist workshop preferably an authorise...

Page 153: ...e greater than 12 V Damage to the on board elec tronics Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm even ground Removing battery cover 154 When jump starting the engine do not disconnect the battery from the on board electrical system Remove protective cap 1 Connect the red jump lead to the positive battery connection point...

Page 154: ...nt in order to max imise 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 char ging the battery on the follow ing pages Do not turn the battery upside down ATTENTION On board electronics e g clock draining connected battery Battery is deep discharged this voids the guarantee Connect a fl...

Page 155: ...age to charger and vehicle electronics Use suitable BMW chargers The suitable charger is available from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Charge via the charging socket with the battery connected to the motorcycle s on board electrical system NOTICE The motorcycle s on board elec tronics know when the battery is fully charged The on board socket is switched off when this happens Comply with the ...

Page 156: ...screw 1 Each battery cover slightly for ward at the top at positions 2 In order not to damage the bat tery cover or the mount work the battery cover up at posi tion 3 to remove with alarm system DWA OE If applicable switch off the anti theft alarm Disconnect battery negative lead 1 and disengage rubber strap 2 Pull retaining plate in position 1 outwards and remove in an upward direction Slightly l...

Page 157: ... jump start the vehicle this can cause the fuse for the alternator regulator to blow Secure battery positive lead 1 Push battery into the mounting First insert retaining plate into the mountings 1 and then push under the battery in position 2 Secure battery negative lead 1 Secure the battery with rubber strap 2 Place battery cover into the mounting 1 and press into the mountings 2 8 155 z Maintena...

Page 158: ...ircuit and fire Never attempt to jumper a blown fuse Always replace a defective fuse with a new fuse of the same amperage Replace faulty fuse in accord ance with the fuse allocation diagram NOTICE If fuse defects recur frequently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Install plug 1 Installing front seat 80 8 156 z Maintenance ...

Page 159: ...ctor Disengaging diagnostic connector CAUTION Incorrect procedure followed when loosening the diagnostic connector for the on board diagnosis Motorcycle experiences malfunc tions Only have the diagnostic con nector loosened by a specialist workshop or other authorised persons during your next BMW Service appointment Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff Refer to the vehicle manufa...

Page 160: ...he diagnosis and information system can be connected to diagnostic connector 2 Securing the diagnostic connector Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information system Insert the diagnostic connector 2 into the bracket 4 The locks 3 engage on both sides Connect the bracket 4 to the mounting 1 Make sure the hook 5 en gages Fitting battery cover 155 8 158 z Maintenance ...

Page 161: ...Accessories General instructions 160 Power sockets 160 Cases 161 Topcase 164 Navigation system 167 9 159 z Accessories ...

Page 162: ...for parts and accessories that it has not approved Whenever you are planning modifications comply with all the legal requirements Make sure that the vehicle does not infringe the national road vehicle construction and use regulations applicable in your country Your BMW Motorrad dealer can offer expert advice on the choice of genuine BMW parts accessor ies and other products To find out more about ...

Page 163: ...ckets are also switched off when the max imum load capability as stated in the technical data is ex ceeded Cases Open cases with touring casesOA Turn the key 1 to position OPEN Pull the grey release leaver 2 OPEN all the way up and simultaneously open the case lid Closing cases with touring casesOA Turn the key 1 to position OPEN Press catches 2 of the case lid into retainers 3 Check that nothing ...

Page 164: ...E up and simultan eously pull the case out Then lift the case out of the bottom holder Install cases with touring casesOA Turn the key 1 to position RELEASE Position the case in case holder 1 then pivot it until it is seated at mount 2 Pull the black release lever 3 RELEASE up and simultan 9 162 z Accessories ...

Page 165: ... cannot find your combination of vehicle and cases on the label The values for the combination described here are as follows Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle max 180 km h Payload per case max 10 kg Secure attachment with touring casesOA If a case wobbles or is difficult to fit it has to be adapted to the gap between the top and bottom holders WARNING Case in...

Page 166: ...ease lever 2 opens Pull the release lever all the way up Topcase lid can be opened Closing topcase with topcaseOA Pull release lever 1 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 NOTICE The topcase can also be locked by turning the lock to the LOCK position In this case ensure that 9 164 z Accessories ...

Page 167: ...pcaseOA Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1 The handle pops out Pull handle 1 up as far as it will go Lift the topcase at the rear and remove it from the luggage carrier Installing topcase with topcaseOA WARNING Topcase not properly se cured Driving safety is impaired The topcase must not wobble and must be secured free from play Pull the handle up as far as it will go 9 165 z Accessori...

Page 168: ...ad and maximum permissible speed Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted as stated on the label inside the topcase Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label The values for the combination described here are as follows Maximum speed for rid ing with a laden Vario topcase max 180...

Page 169: ...ystem and stow it away safely as soon as you finish your ride Turn ignition key 1 counter clockwise Pull the lock retainer 2 to the left Press in the lock 3 Mount Cradle is unblocked and cover 4 can be removed to the front through a swivelling motion Insert navigation system 1 in the lower section and swing to the rear in a rotational move ment The navigation system en gages audibly Push the lock ...

Page 170: ...e bottom Insert cover 1 in the lower sec tion and swing to the top with a swivelling motion The cover engages audibly Push lock retainer 2 to the right Turn ignition key 3 clockwise The cover 1 is secured Operating navigation system with preparation for navigation systemOE with navigation systemOA NOTICE The description below is based on the Navigator V The Navig ator IV does not support all the p...

Page 171: ...on troller to the left or right changes between the main pages of the Navigator Map view Compass Mediaplayer BMW special menu My Motorcycle page Long pushing the Multi Control ler corresponds to activating cer tain functions on the Navigator display An arrow to the right or to the left above the correspond ing button area on the display indicates a function that can be activated in this way Long p...

Page 172: ...y Motorcycle Turn Changes the number of data shown Touch a data field on the display to open the menu for selecting data The values available fr selection depend on the optional extras installed on the vehicle NOTICE The Mediaplayer function is avail able only with a Bluetooth device supporting the A2DP standard for example a BMW Motorrad communication system Mediaplayer Long push to the left Play...

Page 173: ...hese data into the instrument cluster must be activ ated in the SETUP menu of the instrument cluster Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navigator V can be secured against unau thorised use with a four digit PIN Garmin Lock If this function is activated while the Navigator is cradled on the motorcycle and the ignition is switched on you are prompted to add the mo torcycle to the list of secured veh...

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Page 175: ...are Care products 174 Washing the vehicle 174 Cleaning easily damaged compon ents 175 Paint care 176 Protective wax coating 176 Laying up the motorcycle 176 Restoring motorcycle to use 176 10 173 z Care ...

Page 176: ...icle To prevent stains do not wash the vehicle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sun light and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the vehicle is washed frequently especially during the winter months To remove road salt clean the motorcycle with cold water im mediately after every trip WARNING Wet brake discs and brake pads after vehicle wash after riding through water and in ra...

Page 177: ...sects by covering the affected areas with a wet cloth Clean with water and sponge only Do not use any chemical cleaning agents Chrome Use plenty of water and BMW shampoo to clean chrome par ticularly if it has been exposed to road salt Use chrome polish for additional treatment Radiator Clean the radiator regularly to prevent overheating of the en gine due to inadequate cooling For example use a g...

Page 178: ...h or ball of cotton BMW Motorrad recommends us ing BMW tar remover for remov ing specks of tar Remember to wax the parts treated in this way Protective wax coating If water is no longer forming beads on the paint surface it must be waxed BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or products containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax Laying up the motorcycle Clean the motorcycle Fill the moto...

Page 179: ... 181 Engine oil 182 Engine 182 Clutch 183 Transmission 184 Rear wheel drive 184 Frame 185 Chassis and suspension 185 Brakes 186 Wheels and tyres 186 Electrical system 188 Anti theft alarm 189 Dimensions 190 Weights 191 Riding specifications 191 11 177 z Technical data ...

Page 180: ...h not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever No fuel in tank Refuelling 98 Battery flat Charge battery when connected 153 Overheating protection for starter motor has been activated Starter motor can only be operated for a limited period of time Allow the starter motor to cool down for approx 1 minute before using it again 11 178 z Technical data ...

Page 181: ...le in telescopic forks M20 x 1 5 50 Nm Clamping screws in axle holder M8 x 35 Tightening sequence Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Rear wheel to wheel flange M10 x 1 25 x 40 Tightening sequence tighten in diagon ally opposite sequence 60 Nm 11 179 z Technical data ...

Page 182: ...e Valid Clamping block handlebar clamp to fork bridge M8 x 35 Tightening sequence in the forward direction of travel tighten until seated 19 Nm M8 x 30 Tightening sequence in the forward direction of travel tighten until seated with pre paration for navigation systemOE or with pre paration for navigation systemOA 19 Nm 11 180 z Technical data ...

Page 183: ...onsumption re lated restrictions If e g the engine is to be op erated in countries with low fuel grades at 91 re search octane number then the motorcycle must first be programmed appropriately at your author ised BMW motorcycle dealer 91 ROZ RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx 18 l Reserve fuel approx 4 l 11 181 z Technical data ...

Page 184: ...timate oil Engine oil quantity for topping up max 0 95 l Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends Engine Location of engine number Crankcase bottom right below starter motor Engine type 122EN Engine design Air liquid cooled two cylinder four stroke opposed twin engine with two overhead spur gear driven camshafts and one balancing shaft Displacement 1170 cm3 Cylinder bore 101 mm Piston stroke ...

Page 185: ...ue 125 Nm at engine speed 6500 min 1 with reduction of powerOE 122 Nm at engine speed 5250 min 1 Maximum engine speed max 9000 min 1 Idle speed 1150 min 1 Engine at regular operating tempera ture Exhaust emissions standard Euro 4 Clutch Clutch type Multiplate oil bath clutch anti hopping 11 183 z Technical data ...

Page 186: ... 1st gear 1 714 36 21 teeth 2nd gear 1 296 35 27 teeth 3rd gear 1 059 36 34 teeth 4th gear 0 943 33 35 teeth 5th gear 0 848 28 33 teeth 6th gear 1 061 35 33 teeth Transmission output ratio 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 2 818 31 11 teeth 11 184 z Techn...

Page 187: ...suspension Upside down telescopic fork Spring travel front 140 mm at front wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Type of rear suspension Central shock absorber complete with torsion spring adjustable rebound stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESAOE Central spring strut with coil spring electrically adjustable damping and ...

Page 188: ...y actuated disc brake with 2 piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake pad material rear Sintered metal Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply an up to date list of the approved wheel tyre combinations or you can check the in formation posted on the bmw motorrad com web site Speed category front rear tyres W required at least 270 km h ...

Page 189: ...eel load front max 180 kg Permissible front wheel imbalance max 5 g Rear wheel Rear wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Rear wheel rim size 5 5 x 17 Tyre designation rear 180 55 ZR 17 Load index rear tyre min 73 Permissible wheel load rear max 300 kg Permissible rear wheel imbalance max 45 g Tyre pressures Tyre pressure front 2 5 bar tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 9 bar tyre cold 11 187 z Technical da...

Page 190: ... sensor Fuse holder 50 A Fuse 1 Voltage regulator Battery Battery type AGM Absorbent Glass Mat battery Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 12 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8D J Electrode gap of spark plug 0 8 0 1 mm when new 1 0 mm Wear limit Lighting Bulb for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulbs for the low beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W Bulb for par...

Page 191: ...RY10W 12 V 10 W with LED flashing turn indicatorsOE LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear RY10W 12 V 10 W with LED flashing turn indicatorsOE LED Anti theft alarm Activation time on arming approx 30 s Alarm duration approx 26 s Battery type CR 123 A 11 189 z Technical data ...

Page 192: ... 790 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight with low rider s seatOE 760 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight with high rider s seatOE 820 mm without rider at DIN unladen weight Rider s inside leg arc heel to heel 1780 mm without rider at unladen weight with low rider s seatOE 1720 mm without rider at unladen weight with high rider s seatOE 1835 mm without rider at unladen weight 11 190 z Technic...

Page 193: ... Vehicle kerb weight 232 kg DIN unladen weight ready for road 90 load of fuel without OE Permissible gross weight 450 kg Maximum payload 218 kg Riding specifications Top speed 200 km h 11 191 z Technical data ...

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Page 195: ...Service BMW Motorrad Service 194 BMW Motorrad Mobility services 194 Maintenance work 194 Maintenance schedule 197 Maintenance confirmations 198 Service confirmations 212 12 193 z Service ...

Page 196: ...ds 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 work un...

Page 197: ... 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 indicator in the multifunction display reminds you about one month or 1000 km in advance when the time for a s...

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Page 199: ...el gears rear 5 Check valve clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Replace air filter element 8 Oil change in the tele scopic forks 9 Change brake fluid entire system a annually or every 10000 km whichever comes first b every 2 years or every 20000 km whichever comes first c for the first time after one year then every two years 12 197 z Service ...

Page 200: ...e pads and brake discs for wear Checking brake fluid level front brakes Checking rear brake pads and brake disc for wear Checking brake fluid level rear brakes Checking steering head bearing Checking coolant level Checking ease of movement of side stand Checking tyre tread depth and tyre pressure Check the lights and signalling equipment Function test engine start suppression Final inspection and ...

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

Page 202: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 200 z Service ...

Page 203: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 201 z Service ...

Page 204: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 202 z Service ...

Page 205: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 203 z Service ...

Page 206: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 204 z Service ...

Page 207: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 205 z Service ...

Page 208: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 206 z Service ...

Page 209: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 207 z Service ...

Page 210: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 208 z Service ...

Page 211: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 209 z Service ...

Page 212: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 210 z Service ...

Page 213: ...t km Stamp signature Work performed Yes No BMW Service Oil change engine with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system Notes 12 211 z Service ...

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

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

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

Page 217: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobil iser 216 Certificate for Keyless Ride 218 Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con trol RDC 220 13 215 z Appendix ...

Page 218: ...mplies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful inter ference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipm...

Page 219: ...rtie 15 des règles de la FCC Son utilisation est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes 1 Le dispositif ne doit pas produire d interférences nuisibles et 2 le dispositif doit pouvoir accepter toutes les interférences extérieures y compris celles qui pourraient provoquer une activation inopportune Toute modification qui n aurait pas été approuvée expressément par l organisme responsa ble de l homolo...

Page 220: ...received including interference that may cause undesired operation USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the par...

Page 221: ...301 489 3 V1 4 1 08 2002 Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters ERM Electromagnetic compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 3 Specific conditions for short range devices SRD operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and 40 GHz 3 Means of the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum article 3 2 EN 300 220 1 2 V2 4 1 05 2012 electromagnetic compatibility ...

Page 222: ...ppareils 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 co...

Page 223: ...disconnected 153 Indicator light for battery charge voltage 38 Installation 155 Maintenance instructions 152 Removal 154 Technical data 188 Warning for battery voltage low 38 Brake fluid Checking fluid level front 126 Checking fluid level rear 127 Reservoir front 13 Reservoir rear 13 Brake pads Checking front 124 Checking rear 125 Running in 94 Brakes ABS Pro in detail 108 ABS Pro depending on rid...

Page 224: ...3 Malfunction indicator lamp 34 starting 91 Technical data 182 Warning light for engine electronics 33 Engine oil Checking fill level 122 Filling level indicator 13 Oil filler opening 13 Oil level 43 Technical data 182 Topping up 123 Warning for engine oil level 34 Engine temperature Warning for overtemperat ure 32 Equipment 7 ESA Control 15 Engineering details 112 operate 72 F Frame Technical dat...

Page 225: ...ning 31 Instrument panel Ambient light brightness sensor 18 Overview 18 J Jump start 151 K Keyless Ride Battery of radio operated key flat 53 Electronic immobiliser EWS 52 Fuel filler cap unlocking 100 101 Lock the handlebars 50 Loss of the radio operated key 53 Switching off ignition 51 Switching on ignition 51 Warning 31 32 Keys 48 50 L Lighting High beam headlight 139 LED auxiliary headlights 1...

Page 226: ...l 15 Operation 61 Overview 22 23 24 Select display 60 Selecting multifunction display view 60 Multifunction switch General view left side 15 General view right side 17 O Odometer and tripmeters reset 62 P Parking 97 Parking light 56 Power socket Notes on use 160 Position on the vehicle 13 Pre Ride Check 91 R RDC Engineering details 114 Rim sticker 131 Rear wheel drive Technical data 184 Rear wheel...

Page 227: ...8 T Technical data Anti theft alarm 189 Battery 188 Brakes 186 Chassis and suspension 185 Clutch 183 Dimensions 190 Electrical system 188 Engine 182 Engine oil 182 Frame 185 Fuel 181 Lighting 188 Rear wheel drive 184 Spark plugs 188 Standards 7 Transmission 184 Weights 191 Wheels and tyres 186 Telltale lights 18 Overview 20 Toolkit Contents 120 Position on the vehicle 14 Topcase Operation 164 Torq...

Page 228: ...erature 32 Engine control unit 33 Engine electronics 33 Engine oil level 34 Engine temperature 32 Fuel reserve 42 Gear not calibrated 41 Immobiliser 31 Malfunction indicator lamp 34 Mode of presentation 25 Outside temperature warning 31 Service 39 Undervoltage 38 Warnings overview 26 Weights Payload table 14 Technical data 191 Wheels Change of size 131 Checking rims 130 Installing front wheel 134 ...

Page 229: ...14 227 z Index ...

Page 230: ...ncies 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 2017 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever wholly or in part without the written per mission of BMW Motorrad After Sales Origina...

Page 231: ... research octane number then the motorcycle must first be programmed appropriately at your authorised BMW motorcycle dealer 91 ROZ RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx 18 l Reserve fuel approx 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure front 2 5 bar tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 9 bar tyre cold You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at bmw motorrad com BMW recommends Order No 01 ...

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