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Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel

77.2 in (1960 mm), without rider at unladen
weight

with low seat

75.6 in (1920 mm), without rider at unladen
weight

Weights

Unladen weight

505 lbs (229 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for
road, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE

Permissible gross weight

1001 lbs (454 kg)

Maximum payload

496 lbs (225 kg)

Performance data

Top speed

Approx. 120 mph (Approx. 193 km/h)

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Technical Data

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Summary of Contents for F 800 GS Adventure 2015

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model F800GSAdventure BMW Motorrad 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: ...portant information on how to operate the controls and how to get the most benefit from your BMW s advanced technical fea tures In addition it contains informa tion on maintenance and care to help you...

Page 4: ...uel reserve 34 Service display 34 Outside temperature 35 4 Operation 37 Steering and ignition lock 38 Electronic immobilizer EWS 39 Clock 39 Display 40 Stopwatch 42 Lights 43 Turn indicators 45 Hazard...

Page 5: ...el stand 114 Light sources 115 Fairings and panels 121 Air filter 122 Jump starting 123 Battery 125 9 Accessories 129 General instructions 130 Onboard sockets 130 Luggage 131 Aluminum case 131 Aluminu...

Page 6: ...BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 157 Maintenance proce dures 157 Maintenance schedule 161 Standard BMW Service 162 Confirmation of mainte nance work 163 Confirmation of service 168 13 Appendix 171 Certi...

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: ...of 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 haz...

Page 9: ...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 separate manual Techn...

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

Page 11: ...ws General view left side 11 General view right side 13 Underneath seat 14 Under fairing 15 Multifunction switch left 16 Multifunction switch right 18 Instrument cluster 19 2 9 z Overviews ProCarManua...

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Page 13: ...General view left side 1 Onboard power socket 130 2 Seat lock 58 3 Engine oil fill location and oil dipstick 95 2 11 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 14: ...2 12 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 15: ...pring preload 53 3 Brake fluid reservoir rear 99 4 Brake fluid reservoir front 98 5 Vehicle identification number type plate on steering head bearing 6 Coolant level indicator be hind side fairing 100...

Page 16: ...ith first aid kitOA Storing first aid kit 2 Standard tool kit 94 3 Rider s Manual US Model 4 Payload table 5 Tire inflation pressure table 6 Helmet holder 59 7 Tools for adjusting spring preload 53 2...

Page 17: ...Under fairing 1 Battery 125 2 Air cleaner housing 122 2 15 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 18: ...rd computerOE Resetting average data 41 3 Hazard warning flashers 45 4 Not included in standard equipment with additional LED headlightOE Auxiliary headlight 44 5 Turn indicator 45 6 Horn 7 Not includ...

Page 19: ...8 ABS 47 with Automatic Stability Control ASC OE ASC 48 2 17 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 20: ...luded in standard equipment with heated handlebar gripsOE Heated grips 46 2 Not included in standard equipment with ABS and ASCOE Off road mode 50 3 Starter 75 4 Emergency on off switch kill switch 46...

Page 21: ...of stopwatch 42 4 Multifunction display 24 5 Select display readings 40 Resetting trip odometer 41 6 Ambient light sensor for instrument lighting control with anti theft alarm sys tem DWA OE Alarm sy...

Page 22: ...7 Tachometer 2 20 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 23: ...Warning and indicator lamps 22 Multifunction display 24 Warning lights 25 Onboard computer display 33 Fuel level 33 Fuel reserve 34 Service display 34 Outside temperature 35 3 21 z Displays ProCarMan...

Page 24: ...C OE ASC 32 3 Fuel reserve 34 29 4 Universal warning lamp appears together with warnings in display panel 25 5 High beam headlight 6 Turn indicator right 7 Not included in standard equipment with addi...

Page 25: ...NOTICE The ABS symbol can be shown differently depending on the country 3 23 z Displays ProCarManuals com...

Page 26: ...with heated handlebar gripsOE Display of the selected heated handlebar grip set ting 46 3 Not included in standard equipment with onboard computerOE Stopwatch 42 4 Time 39 5 Coolant temperature warn i...

Page 27: ...riding mode 50 13 A warning appears in the reading display area of the odometer 25 14 A trip odometer is dis played 40 Warning lights Displays Warnings are displayed with the corresponding warning la...

Page 28: ...a warning triangle 3 may also appear These warn ings alternate with the odometers 40 The universal warning lamp lights up for the most urgent warning The following page contains a list of potential wa...

Page 29: ...l down to reserve 29 lights up red flashes Coolant temperature too high 29 lights up yellow appears on the display Engine in emergency operation mode 30 lights up yellow LAMP is indi cated Bulb defect...

Page 30: ...e display panel Meaning lights up ABS deactivated 31 lights up ABS error 32 flashes rapidly ASC intervention 32 flashes slowly ASC self diagnosis not completed 32 lights up ASC deactivated 32 lights u...

Page 31: ...tage Accident hazard Damage to the catalytic converter Do not drive to the extent that the fuel tank is completely empty Possible cause At the most the fuel tank still contains the reserve fuel quanti...

Page 32: ...and can no longer be started Otherwise the engine runs in the emer gency operating mode Continued driving is possible however the accustomed en gine performance may not be available Have the malfunct...

Page 33: ...ng lamp shows yellow dWA is indicated NOTICE This fault message is only shown for a short time immediately fol lowing the Pre Ride Check Possible cause The anti theft alarm system bat tery has no capa...

Page 34: ...s longer than the duration of the ASC interven tion This feature continues to furnish the rider with visual feed back confirming that the system has initiated active closed loop intervention even afte...

Page 35: ...rad retailer Onboard computer display with onboard computerOE Distance covered since the fuel reached the reserve level 34 Average fuel consumption Average speed Current fuel consumption Outside tempe...

Page 36: ...ption and on the fuel quantity that was still available at the time of switch on see previ ous explanation The odometer for the fuel reserve is reset when the fuel quantity after refueling is greater...

Page 37: ...emper ature drops below 37 F 3 C the temperature display responds by flashing a warning indicating possible ice formation on the road surface The display automatically switches from any other mode to...

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Page 39: ...rs 45 Hazard warning flashers 45 Emergency on off switch kill switch 46 Heated grips 46 BMW Motorrad ABS 47 BMW Motorrad ASC 48 Riding mode 49 Clutch 51 Brakes 52 Mirrors 52 Spring preload 53 Damping...

Page 40: ...bly an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Switching on ignition Insert key into the steering and ignition lock Turn key to posi tion 1 Parking lamps and all function circuits are switched on Engine can...

Page 41: ...S warning is shown in the multifunction display Always store further vehicle keys separately from the ignition key If you lose your vehicle key you can have it disabled by your au thorized BMW Motorra...

Page 42: ...ed Display Selecting display readings Switch on ignition 38 Press button 1 to select the display in value area 2 The following values can be indi cated Total miles in illustration Trip odometer 1 Trip...

Page 43: ...Trip II Warnings if necessary Resetting trip odometer Switch on ignition 38 Select desired trip odometer Press and hold button 1 until trip odometer 2 has been re set with onboard computerOE Press and...

Page 44: ...d by dots The stopwatch continues to run in the background when the display is temporarily switched over to the odometer The stopwatch also continues to run when the ignition is temporarily switched o...

Page 45: ...e speed warn ing indicator and ON or OFF are shown Press button 2 LAP Lap Timer and ON or OFF are shown Press button 1 repeatedly until desired state is shown ON Operation of stopwatch with INFO butto...

Page 46: ...High beam headlamp and headlight flasher Press switch 1 toward front to switch on high beams Pull switch 1 rearward to oper ate headlight flasher Parking light Switch off ignition 38 Immediately after...

Page 47: ...ignition 38 Press button 1 to the left to switch on the left side turn in dicators Press button 1 to the right to switch on the right side turn indicators Press button 1 to switch off the turn indicat...

Page 48: ...cy on off switch kill switch 1 Emergency on off switch kill switch WARNING Operation of the emergency ON OFF switch when riding Danger of falling due to blocking of rear wheel Do not operate the emerg...

Page 49: ...tput If no further changes are made the selected heating level is adopted as the setting To switch off the heated grip press button 1 repeatedly until heated grip symbol 2 is not shown anymore in the...

Page 50: ...light remains off or continues to flash ABS function is now activated As an alternative the ignition can also be switched off and then on again NOTICE If the ABS indicator light lights up after switc...

Page 51: ...is activated As an alternative the ignition can also be switched off and then on again NOTICE If the ASC indicator and warn ing light lights up after switching the ignition off and on and then contin...

Page 52: ...1 The mode setting function is active Symbol for road mode 2 flashes Press button 1 again Symbol for off road mode 2 flashes While riding The off mode road is now activated provided that the conditio...

Page 53: ...ted below are sat isfied Throttle grip in neutral position Brakes not engaged Clutch disengaged At standstill Activation takes place after approx 2 seconds Symbol for road operation 2 is continuously...

Page 54: ...WARNING Adjusting the brake lever while driving Accident hazard Only adjust the brake lever when the motorcycle is stationary Turn the adjusting screw 1 clockwise in order to increase the clearance b...

Page 55: ...y Locknut mirror on clamping piece 15 lb ft 20 Nm Slide protective cap over threaded fastener Spring preload Setting It is essential to set the spring preload to suit the load carried by the motorcycl...

Page 56: ...se One up with load Turn adjustment wheel clock wise as far as possible Two up and load Remount toolkit Install the seat 59 Damping Setting Damping must be adjusted to the road conditions and the spri...

Page 57: ...w as far as possible clockwise then turn back 1 turn Two up with load ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment with Electronic Suspension Ad justment ESA OE Adjustment options You can use the ESA Electron...

Page 58: ...ains unpressed for an extended period the dis played damping setting is acti vated The ESA display disappears once the setting procedure has been completed Tires Checking tire pressure WARNING Incorre...

Page 59: ...uthorized service facility preferably an au thorized BMW Motorrad retailer ATTENTION Use of standard commer cially available adhesive tapes Damage to the plastic lens To prevent damage to the plastic...

Page 60: ...left and right Adjust headlight by tilting slightly so that tip 2 points to marking 3 Tighten screws 1 on left and right Seat Removing the seat Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle...

Page 61: ...lmet holder Securing helmet on motorcycle Remove the seat 58 Fasten helmet on helmet holder 1 on left or right using a steel cable ATTENTION Fastening the helmet on the left hand side of the motor cyc...

Page 62: ...When hooking on the helmet watch the position of the hel met lock Guide steel cable through hel met and bracket and position as shown Install the seat 59 4 60 z Operation ProCarManuals com...

Page 63: ...heft alarm system DWA Overview 62 Activation 62 Alarm function 64 Deactivation 65 Programming 66 Logging on remote control 67 Synchronizing 68 Battery 69 5 61 z Anti theft alarm system DWA ProCarManua...

Page 64: ...ou can adjust the behavior of your DWA in partial areas to meet your needs Protection of motorcycle battery To protect the motorcycle bat tery and to maintain the start ing capability the activated DW...

Page 65: ...sed for longer than one second Activation phase The anti theft alarm system re quires 15 seconds until it is com pletely activated No alarm trig gering takes place during this time Protection of the b...

Page 66: ...theft alarm system DWA OE Alarm triggering The alarm can be set off by the motion sensor Switching on the ignition with an unauthorized key Disconnection of the DWA from the motorcycle battery DWA ba...

Page 67: ...ress button 1 of remote con trol once or switch on ignition with an authorized key NOTICE The alarm function can only be deactivated with the ignition key if the emergency ON OFF switch is in the oper...

Page 68: ...ion is switched off no Programming DWA Deactivate alarm function Switch on ignition Press button 1 three times Acknowledgment tone sounds once Switch off the ignition within ten seconds Press button 2...

Page 69: ...etween two programming steps The data are not saved when programming is canceled Save programming There are two ways to save pro gramming By switching off the ignition after the last programming step...

Page 70: ...sounds once LED goes out Remote control is logged on Repeat the three previous work steps for each additional re mote control Logon ended The logon is ended in the follow ing situations 4 remote cont...

Page 71: ...is a battery change required The batteries of the remote con trol must be replaced after ap prox 2 3 years A weak battery can be recognized from the fact that the LED does not light up at all or only...

Page 72: ...hing two guide pins 6 Install screw The LED of the remote control lights up i e the remote con trol must be activated To activate the remote control within the range of the receiver press the button 1...

Page 73: ...tions 72 Observe checklist 74 Starting 75 Breaking in 77 Speed 78 Off road riding 79 Brakes 80 Parking your motorcycle 81 Refueling 82 Fuel quality 83 Fastening motorcycle for trans port 84 6 71 z Rid...

Page 74: ...stributed between right and left Pack heavy pieces of luggage to bottom and inside of cases Observe the maximum pay load and maximum speed as indicated on the label in the case see also the chapter Ac...

Page 75: ...d Attach a label specifying the maximum permissible speed in the field of view of the instrument cluster Risk of poisoning Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which is colorless and odorless but hig...

Page 76: ...t func tions Damage caused by modifi cations invalidates the warranty Do not make any modifications Observe checklist Use the following checklist to check your motorcycle at regu lar intervals Before...

Page 77: ...TICE You cannot start the motorcycle with the side stand extended and a gear engaged The engine will switch itself off if it is started with the transmission in neutral and then a gear is engaged befo...

Page 78: ...g and indicator lamps are now switched off in reverse se quence If one of the needles fails to move or if one of the warning and indicator lamps fails to light up Have the malfunction corrected as soo...

Page 79: ...diagnostic system evalu ates status of monitored sys tem components while vehicle is underway at least 3 1 mph 5 km h ASC indicator and warning light flashes slowly ASC self diagnosis completed ASC w...

Page 80: ...ng in a restrained manner at various lean angles until the tires are run in This running in proce dure is essential if the tires are to achieve maximum grip WARNING Loss of adhesion of new tires on we...

Page 81: ...hat the following be observed after driving offroad Tire inflation pressure WARNING When riding off road re duced tyre pressure when riding on paved surfaces Risk of accident due to poorer driving cha...

Page 82: ...in the load at an individual wheel are accom panied by a rise in the effective braking force that the wheel can provide To achieve the shortest possible braking distance the front brake must be applie...

Page 83: ...ng your motorcycle Side stand Switch off engine ATTENTION Poor ground conditions in area of stand Component damage caused by tipping over Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm...

Page 84: ...aping of fuel due to ex pansion under exposure to heat with overfilled fuel tank Accident hazard Do not overfill the fuel tank ATTENTION Fuel attacks plastic surfaces Surfaces become unattractive or c...

Page 85: ...y to close Remove key and close protec tive cap Fuel quality For the best fuel economy the gasoline should be sulfur free or very low in sulfur content ATTENTION Leaded fuel Damage to the catalytic co...

Page 86: ...adhesive tape or soft cloths ATTENTION Motorcycle tips to the side when raising Component damage cause by tipping over Secure the motorcycle against tipping to the side preferably with the assistance...

Page 87: ...at rear on both sides on rear frame and ten sion Tension all straps evenly the vehicle should be pulled down against its springs with the suspension compressed as much as possible 6 85 z Riding ProCa...

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Page 89: ...Technology in detail Riding mode 88 Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABS 88 Engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC 90 7 87 z Technology in detail ProCarManuals com...

Page 90: ...opera tion In the ENDURO mode ASC is calibrated for off road opera tion Changing the setting The process of changing the ABS and ASC riding modes while the motorcycle is underway is only possible und...

Page 91: ...ts gravel ice snow so that the wheels turn in every imaginable case and driving sta bility is ensured After detecting the actual conditions the system adjusts the optimum brake pres sure Lifting off r...

Page 92: ...ensure that the BMW Motorrad ABS is in a properly maintained condition it is vital that the specified service intervals are kept to Reserves for safety But remember the potentially shorter braking di...

Page 93: ...rider is always responsi ble for adapting his her driving style Do not reduce the system s ex tra safety margin with careless riding or unnecessary risks Special situations As lean angles increase ac...

Page 94: ...recommends twisting back the throttle grip somewhat to return to stable dynamic operating con ditions as quickly as possible On slippery surfaces the throt tle grip should never be sud denly twisted b...

Page 95: ...it 94 Engine oil 95 Brake system 97 Coolant 100 Clutch 101 Wheel rims and tires 102 Chain 103 Wheels 105 Front wheel stand 114 Light sources 115 Fairings and panels 121 Air filter 122 Jump starting 12...

Page 96: ...ugh 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 retailer Onboard tool kit Standard tool...

Page 97: ...er loca tion clean Allow engine to idle until fan starts then let it continue run ning for an additional minute NOTICE To minimize environmental im pact BMW Motorrad recom mends occasionally checking...

Page 98: ...f ference between MIN and MAX If the oil level is below MIN mark Top up engine oil 96 If oil level is above MAX mark Have fluid level corrected by an authorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW M...

Page 99: ...zed workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Checking front brake pad thickness Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Visually inspect left and right brake pads from th...

Page 100: ...ke caliper 1 Rear brake pad wear limit min 0 04 in min 1 0 mm Only friction material without carrier plate If brake pads are worn WARNING Dropping below the minimum pad thickness Reduced braking actio...

Page 101: ...id level must not fall below the MIN mark If brake fluid level falls below the approved level Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Moto...

Page 102: ...rk If brake fluid level falls below the approved level Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Coolant Checking coolant...

Page 103: ...Clutch Check clutch function Pull back the clutch lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible If no clear pressure point can be felt Have the clutch checked by an authorized workshop preferably...

Page 104: ...res Check wheel rims Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Subject wheel rims to visual inspection for defects Have damaged rims checked and if necessary replaced by a specialist serv...

Page 105: ...icient cleaning and lu brication of the drive chain Increased wear Clean and lubricate the drive chain regularly Lubricate drive chain at least every 620 mls 1000 km After driving though water or dust...

Page 106: ...rive chain tensioning screw 14 lb ft 19 Nm Tighten quick release axle nut 1 to specified torque Rear wheel quick release axle in swinging arm 74 lb ft 100 Nm Check chain wear Make sure ground is level...

Page 107: ...he wheel sizes play a major role for the ABS and ASC suspension control systems The diameter and width of the wheels stored in the control unit have particular significance as the basis for all necess...

Page 108: ...process of removing brake calipers Carefully pull brake calipers back to remove them from the brake rotors Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand preferably a BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand The re...

Page 109: ...xle Roll front wheel forward to re move it Remove spacer bushing 1 on left side from wheel hub Install front wheel WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications Malfunctions...

Page 110: ...wheel installation op posite the running direction Accident hazard Observe running direction ar rows on tire or rim Roll front wheel into front suspension Lift front wheel and insert axle 1 as far as...

Page 111: ...quick re lease axle Tightening sequence Tighten the screws 6 times alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb ft 19 Nm If they have been tightened loosen right hand axle clamping screws 1 a...

Page 112: ...Insert ABS sensor into the bore and install screw 1 Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim Operate brakes several times until brake pads contact brake disk Firmly compress the spring forks several times...

Page 113: ...uitable auxiliary stand with center standOE Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on center stand Remove screw 1 and take speed sensor out of bore Remove axle nut 1 Loosen lock nuts...

Page 114: ...WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications Malfunctions during control inter ventions by ABS and ASC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS a...

Page 115: ...se axle 1 in brake caliper and rear wheel Support the wheel Make sure that the quick re lease axle fits in cutout of ad justing plate Insert right hand adjusting plate 1 Install axle nut 1 however do...

Page 116: ...auxiliary stand with center standOE Place motorcycle on center stand ensuring that it is rest ing on a firm and level support surface Use base stand with front wheel mount The base stand and its acces...

Page 117: ...e ground Adjust the height of the front wheel stand if necessary Ensure that motorcycle is standing securely Light sources Replacing low and high beam bulbs in headlight Park motorcycle ensuring that...

Page 118: ...face always hold it by its base Insert the bulb 1 ensuring that the lug is in the correct posi tion Close and lock wire spring clip 2 Connect connector 1 Install cover 1 or 2 Replacing parking light b...

Page 119: ...socket Replacing a defective bulb Bulb for parking light W5W 12 V 5 W To protect the glass on the new bulb against contamina tion always use a clean dry cloth to hold it do not touch with bare finger...

Page 120: ...ferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Remove light sources in front and rear turn indicators Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Switch off ignition Remove the screw...

Page 121: ...gainst contamina tion always use a clean dry cloth to hold it do not touch with bare fingers Install the light source 1 in the light housing by pressing it in and turning it clockwise Insert inside en...

Page 122: ...the socket Replacing defective bulb Bulb for license plate light W5W 12 V 5 W To protect the glass on the new bulb against contamina tion always use a clean dry cloth to hold it do not touch with bare...

Page 123: ...t service facility for this pur pose preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Fairings and panels Removing center fairing panel Remove the seat 58 Remove screws 1 on left and right Remove four s...

Page 124: ...Install four screws 1 Install screws 1 on left and right Install the seat 59 Air filter Removing air cleaner Remove center fairing panel 121 Remove two screws 1 on left and right Remove four screws 1...

Page 125: ...Install center fairing panel 121 Jump starting ATTENTION Current too high when jump starting the motorcycle Cable fire or damage to the vehi cle electronics Do not jump start the motor cycle using th...

Page 126: ...of donor battery and then to negative terminal of the discharged bat tery negative terminal on this motorcycle position 1 Allow engine on support mo torcycle to run while jump starting Start engine o...

Page 127: ...ally designed for compatibility with the elec tronics of your motorcycle Using this charger you can keep the battery charged during long pe riods when the motorcycle is not being used without having t...

Page 128: ...ase charge the battery directly at the terminals of the discon nected battery Charging disconnected battery Charge battery using a suitable charger Comply with operating instruc tions of charger After...

Page 129: ...entered in the instrument cluster to ensure the proper operation of the service display Consult a certified service fa cility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer for set ting of the date Sw...

Page 130: ...Install the seat 59 Set the clock 39 with anti theft alarm system DWA OE Switch on the alarm system if necessary 8 128 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com...

Page 131: ...Accessories General instructions 130 Onboard sockets 130 Luggage 131 Aluminum case 131 Aluminum Topcase 134 9 129 z Accessories ProCarManuals com...

Page 132: ...ducts of 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 appl...

Page 133: ...nt battery voltage the onboard sockets are switched off to maintain the ability to start the motorcycle If the maximum loadability specified in the technical data is exceeded the onboard sockets are s...

Page 134: ...Position locking claw 2 on lid Press lock housing 3 down ward while making sure that claw grips into lid To lock turn key 1 clockwise and remove Removing case lid with aluminum caseOA Open one lock of...

Page 135: ...case in place CAUTION Heating of the left hand case and case carrier during long journeys Burn hazard Allow case and case carrier to cool down before removing case Pull aluminum case back as far as po...

Page 136: ...he combination described here Maximum speed for rid ing with aluminum case max 112 mph max 180 km h Payload per aluminum case max 18 lbs max 8 kg Aluminum Topcase Aluminum topcase when driving offroad...

Page 137: ...caseOA Turn key 1 counterclockwise Press lock housing 2 down ward to release locking claw 3 Pull locking claw 3 back First pull aluminum topcase toward rear and then remove upward Mounting the aluminu...

Page 138: ...ve maximum payload and top speed as indicated on label in Topcase If you cannot find your combina tion of motorcycle and topcase on the label contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer The following values ap...

Page 139: ...re products 138 Washing your motorcycle 138 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 139 Paint care 140 Store motorcycle 140 Protective wax coating 140 Return motorcycle to use 140 10 137 z Care ProCarManu...

Page 140: ...motorcycle 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 especi...

Page 141: ...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 wet cloth Chrome Especially in the case...

Page 142: ...ov ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re mover Then add a protective wax coating to the paint at these locations Store motorcycle Clean motorcycle Completely fill the motorcycle s fuel tank Removing battery 1...

Page 143: ...s 143 Engine 145 Fuel 146 Engine oil 147 Clutch 148 Transmission 148 Rear wheel drive 149 Suspension 149 Brakes 150 Wheels and tires 150 Electrical system 152 Frame 153 Dimensions 153 Weights 154 Perf...

Page 144: ...mergency on off switch kill switch to nor mal operating position Side stand extended and gear engaged Engage neutral or fold up the side stand Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission...

Page 145: ...ten the screws 6 times alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb ft 19 Nm Axle screw in front quick re lease axle M14 x 1 5 22 lb ft 30 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Locknut of drive chain ten...

Page 146: ...Mirror arm Value Valid Locknut mirror on clamping piece M10 x 1 5 Multi Wax Spray 15 lb ft 20 Nm Clamping piece mirror on clamping block M10 22 lb ft 30 Nm 11 144 z Technical Data ProCarManuals com...

Page 147: ...cm3 Cylinder bore 3 2 in 82 mm Piston stroke 3 in 75 6 mm Compression ratio 12 1 Rated output 86 hp 63 kW at engine speed 7500 min 1 with unleaded regular gasolineOE 83 hp 61 kW at engine speed 7500...

Page 148: ...ith unleaded regular gasolineOE Regular unleaded minor restrictions with regard to power and fuel consumption max 10 ethanol E10 87 AKI 91 ROZ RON 87 AKI Usable fuel quantity Approx 6 3 gal Approx 24...

Page 149: ...rohibited because they would attack the coatings on engine components BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro Oil Oil additives BMW Motorrad does not recommend the use of oil additives as th...

Page 150: ...ission inte grated in engine housing Transmission gear ratios 1 943 35 68 teeth Primary gear ratio 1 2 462 13 32 teeth 1st gear 1 1 750 16 28 teeth 2nd gear 1 1 381 21 29 teeth 3rd gear 1 1 174 23 27...

Page 151: ...Front wheel Type of front suspension Upside down forks Spring travel front 9 1 in 230 mm On wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Two arm cast aluminum swinging arm Type of rear suspension Directly...

Page 152: ...lically operated disk brake with 1 piston floating caliper and fixed brake disk Brake pad material rear Organic Wheels and tires Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals...

Page 153: ...el rim size 4 25 x 17 Rear tire designation 150 70 17 Load index for rear tire At least 68 Permissible rear wheel imbalance max 1 6 oz max 45 g Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure front 31 9 psi 2 2...

Page 154: ...ult has been rectified Battery Battery design AGM Absorptive Glass Mat battery Battery voltage 12 V Battery capacity 12 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E Electrode g...

Page 155: ...ead Location of the vehicle identification number Frame at front right on steering head Dimensions Motorcycle length 90 6 in 2300 mm across front wheel to license plate carrier Motorcycle height 57 1...

Page 156: ...0 mm without rider at unladen weight Weights Unladen weight 505 lbs 229 kg DIN unladen weight ready for road 90 full tank of gas without OE Permissible gross weight 1001 lbs 454 kg Maximum payload 496...

Page 157: ...BMW Motorrad Service 157 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 157 Maintenance procedures 157 Maintenance schedule 161 Standard BMW Service 162 Confirmation of maintenance work 163 Confirmation of service 16...

Page 158: ...nds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your retailer or BMW of North A...

Page 159: ...o observe the 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 erou...

Page 160: ...ces 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 b...

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Page 163: ...air cleaner insert 7 Check or replace the air filter element 8 Telescopic fork oil change 9 Change the brake fluid in the entire system a annually or every 10000 km whichever comes first b when used...

Page 164: ...e hoses and connections Checking tension of spokes and tightening as needed Checking the tyre pressure and tread depth Checking and lubricating chain drive Checking the side stands for ease of movemen...

Page 165: ...work BMW Pre Delivery 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 12 163...

Page 166: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 167: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 168: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 169: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 170: ...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 12 168 z Serv...

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Page 173: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi lizer 172 13 171 z Appendix ProCarManuals com...

Page 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...t Operating 44 Average values Resetting 41 B Battery change 69 Charging connected battery 125 Charging disconnected battery 126 Installing 127 Maintenance instructions 125 Position on vehicle 15 Remov...

Page 177: ...9 D Damping Adjusting 54 Adjustment element 13 Deactivating Alarm 65 Motion sensor 64 Dimensions Technical Data 153 DWA Indicator light 19 Warning indicators 31 E Electrical system Technical Data 152...

Page 178: ...n vehicle 14 Securing helmet 59 Horn Control 16 I Ignition Switching off 38 Switching on 38 Immobilizer Spare key 39 Warning lamp 29 Indicator lights Overview 22 Instrument cluster Ambient light photo...

Page 179: ...t Information on use 130 Position on vehicle 11 Onboard tool kit Contents 94 Position on vehicle 14 Outside temperature Display 35 Overview of warning indicators 27 Overviews Instrument cluster 19 Lef...

Page 180: ...145 Engine oil 147 Frame 153 Fuel 146 Rear wheel drive 149 Spark plugs 152 Standards 7 Suspension 149 Transmission 148 Weights 154 Wheels and tires 150 Tires Breaking in 78 Checking tire inflation pre...

Page 181: ...Fuel reserve 29 Outside temperature warning 31 Overview 22 Weights Payload table 14 Technical Data 154 Wheels Check spokes 102 Check wheel rims 102 Install front wheel 107 Installing rear wheel 112 R...

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Page 183: ...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 2015 Bay...

Page 184: ...erve fuel quantity min 2 9 quarts min 2 7 l Tire inflation pressure Tire pressure front 31 9 psi 2 2 bar One up with cold tires 36 3 psi 2 5 bar Driver with passenger and or load with cold tire Tire p...

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