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1 General instructions . . . 5

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

Abbreviations and
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . .

7

Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7

2 General views . . . . . . . . . 9

General view, left side . . . 11
General view, right
side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Underneath the seat . . . . . 15
Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . 16
Handlebar fitting, right . . . 17
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . 18
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

3 Status indicators . . . . . 21

Multifunction display . . . . . 22
Warning and telltale
lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
ABS warning light

OE

. . . . . 22

Function indicators . . . . . . 22
Warnings, general . . . . . . . 23
Warnings issued by the
tyre pressure monitoring
system (RDC)

OE

. . . . . . . . . 31

ABS warnings

OE

. . . . . . . . . 35

4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Ignition switch and
steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Electronic immobiliser
(EWS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Hazard warning
flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Odometer and
tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Tyre pressure monitoring
RDC

OE

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

On-board computer

OE

. . . 46

Emergency off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Grip heating

OE

. . . . . . . . . . 50

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . 54
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Luggage loops . . . . . . . . . . 57
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . 59
Shock absorbers . . . . . . . . 60
Electronic Suspension
Adjustment ESA

OE

. . . . . . 61

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Safety instructions . . . . . . . 66
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Summary of Contents for K 1200 Rsport

Page 1: ...BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider s Manual K 1200 Rsport ...

Page 2: ... Motorcycle data Model Vehicle identification number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number Dealership details Person to contact in Service depart ment Ms Mr Phone number Dealership address phone number company stamp ...

Page 3: ...ycle It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW s technical features In addition it contains inform ation on maintenance and care to help you maintain your motorcycle s reliability and safety as well as its value If you have questions con cerning your motorcycle your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide ad vi...

Page 4: ...ltale lights 22 ABS warning lightOE 22 Function indicators 22 Warnings general 23 Warnings issued by the tyre pressure monitoring system RDC OE 31 ABS warningsOE 35 4 Operation 39 Ignition switch and steering lock 40 Electronic immobiliser EWS 41 Hazard warning flashers 42 Odometer and tripmeters 43 Clock 44 Tyre pressure monitoring RDCOE 46 On board computerOE 46 Emergency off switch kill switch ...

Page 5: ...g motorcycle 124 Cleaning easily damaged components 125 Paint care 126 Protective wax coating 126 Laying up the motorcycle 126 Restoring motorcycle to use 127 9 Technical data 129 Troubleshooting chart 130 Threaded fasteners 131 Engine 133 Performance figures 135 Clutch 135 Transmission 135 Rear wheel drive 136 Running gear 137 Brakes 138 Wheels and tyres 138 Electrics 139 Frame 141 Dimensions 141...

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

Page 8: ...thers and to pro tect your motorcycle against damage Specific instructions on how to operate control adjust or look after items of equipment on the motorcycle Indicates the end of an item of information Instruction Result of an activity Reference to a page with more detailed in formation Indicates the end of a passage relating to specific accessories or items of equipment Tightening torque Item of...

Page 9: ...s supplied with equipment not described in this Rider s Manual you will find these features described in separate manuals Technical data All dimensions weights and power ratings stated in the Rider s Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the tolerance require ments of the Deutsche Institut für Normung e V DIN Ver sions for individual countries may differ Currency The high safety and q...

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

Page 11: ...General views General view left side 11 General view right side 13 Underneath the seat 15 Handlebar fitting left 16 Handlebar fitting right 17 Instrument cluster 18 Headlight 19 2 9 z General views ...

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

Page 13: ...view left side 1 Clutch fluid reservoir 96 2 Adjuster spring preload rear 59 3 Seat lock beneath rear light 55 4 Adjuster rear shock ab sorber 60 5 Power socket 82 6 Adjuster beam throw 54 2 11 z General views ...

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

Page 15: ... side 1 Indicator for engine oil level 89 2 Filler neck fuel 73 3 Battery compartment 120 4 Brake fluid reservoir front 94 5 Type plate 6 Vehicle identification number 7 Brake fluid reservoir rear 95 2 13 z General views ...

Page 16: ...2 14 z General views ...

Page 17: ...Underneath the seat 1 Filler neck engine oil 90 2 Toolkit 88 3 Helmet holder 57 2 15 z General views ...

Page 18: ...t er 43 INFO button for on board computerOE 46 2 Pushbutton ESAOE 61 3 Pushbutton horn 4 Pushbutton left flashing turn indicators 54 Pushbutton hazard warning flashers 42 5 Switch high beam head light and headlight flash er 52 2 16 z General views ...

Page 19: ...witch 50 2 Pushbutton starter 68 3 Grip heating switchOE 50 4 Pushbutton right flashing turn indicators 54 Pushbutton hazard warning flashers 42 5 Cancel button flashing turn indicators 55 Pushbutton cancel hazard warning flashers 43 2 17 z General views ...

Page 20: ...r 3 Warning and telltale lights 22 4 Multifunction display 22 5 Telltale light anti theft alarm OE and sensor for instrument lighting 6 Control odometer 43 The instrument cluster lighting has automatic day and night switchover 2 18 z General views ...

Page 21: ...Headlight 1 High beam headlights 2 Low beam headlight 3 Side light bulb 2 19 z General views ...

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

Page 23: ...function display 22 Warning and telltale lights 22 ABS warning lightOE 22 Function indicators 22 Warnings general 23 Warnings issued by the tyre pressure monitoring system RDC OE 31 ABS warningsOE 35 3 21 z Status indicators ...

Page 24: ...t turn in dicator 2 Telltale light high beam headlight 3 Warning light general 4 Telltale light neutral 5 Warning light ABS OE 6 Telltale light right turn indicator ABS warning lightOE The way in which the ABS warning light indicates status can differ in some countries Possible national variant Function indicators Fuel capacity The horizontal bars be low the fuel pump sym bol indicate the remainin...

Page 25: ...re dis played by means of warn ing lights or by messages and symbols in the multifunc tion display In some cases they are accompanied by the General warning light show ing red or yellow If two or more warnings occur at the same time all the appropri ate telltale lights and warning symbols appear Warnings in plain text form alternate 3 23 z Status indicators ...

Page 26: ... Coolant temperature too high 26 Lights up yellow Appears on the display Engine electronics 27 Flashes red Appears on the display Insufficient engine oil pressure 27 Shows accom panied by the CHECK OIL warning Engine oil level too low 28 Lights up red Appears on the display Insufficient battery charge current 28 Lights up yellow The LAMPR warning appears on the display Rear light bulb defective 29...

Page 27: ... The LAMPS warning appears on the display Bulbs defective 29 Appears on the display Ice warning 29 The DWALO warning appears on the display Battery of anti theft alarm OE weak 30 Lights up yellow The DWA warn ing appears on the display Anti theft alarm battery flat OE 30 3 25 z Status indicators ...

Page 28: ...ts out unexpectedly Do not run the fuel tank dry The estimated residual range appears on the display The fuel tank contains no more than the reserve quant ity of fuel Fuel capacity reserve approx 4 l Refuelling 73 Coolant temperature too high General warning light lights up red The temperature reading flashes Continuing to ride when the engine is overheated could result in engine dam age You must ...

Page 29: ...ngine oil pressure General warning light flashes red Engine oil pressure sym bol appears on the dis play The oil pressure in the lube oil system is too low Stop immediately and switch off the engine if the warning light shows The insufficient oil pressure warning does not fulfil the function of an oil gauge The only way of checking whether the oil level is correct is to check the oil level indicat...

Page 30: ...spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motor rad dealer Insufficient battery charge current General warning light lights up red Battery charge current symbol is displayed A discharged battery can cause the engine to die suddenly and this could res ult in a dangerous situation in traffic Have faults rectified as soon as possible If the battery is not char ging continuing to ride can caus...

Page 31: ...ssible always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible Low beam headlight high beam headlight side light or turn indicator bulb defective Replacing low beam and high beam headlight bulb 109 Replacing parking light bulb 111 Replacing turn indicator bulbs front and rear 114 Bulbs defective General warning light shows yellow The LAMPS warning ap pears on the display A defective bulb places you...

Page 32: ...anti theft alarm has lost a sig nificant proportion of its ori ginal capacity There is no assurance of how long the anti theft alarm can remain operational if the motorcycle s battery is disconnected Seek the advice of a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motor rad dealer Anti theft alarm battery flat OE General warning light shows yellow The DWA warning appears on the display The i...

Page 33: ...e clock or the on board computer accompanied by the letters RDC The critical tyre pres sure flashes If the critical value is close to the limit of the permissible tol erance range the reading is accompanied by the Gen eral warning light showing yellow If the tyre pressure re gistered by the sensor is out side the permissible tolerance range the General warning light flashes red 3 31 z Status indic...

Page 34: ...d The critical tyre pressure flashes Tyre pressure outside permitted tol erance 33 or ap pears on the dis play Signal transmission disrupted 34 Lights up yellow Indicated by or Sensor defective or system error 34 Lights up yellow Indicated by the letters RDC ap pearing on the display Tyre pressure sensor battery weak 35 3 32 z Status indicators ...

Page 35: ...s amount Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance General warning light flashes red The critical tyre pressure flashes Measured tyre pressure is outside permitted tolerance Check the tyre for damage and to ascertain wheth er the motorcycle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition If the motorcycle can be rid den with the tyre in its present condition Incorrect tyre pressures impair th...

Page 36: ...ation systems operating in the vi cinity and interfering with the link between the RDC control unit and the sensors Move to another location and observe the RDC read ings Assume that a per manent fault has not oc curred unless the General warning light comes on to accompany the symptoms Under these circumstances Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authorised BMW Motorr...

Page 37: ...on of its original capacity There is no assurance of how long the tyre pressure control system can remain operational Seek the advice of a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motor rad dealer ABS warningsOE Mode of presentation ABS warnings are indic ated by the ABS warning light The warning light can show continuously or flash The way in which the ABS warning light indicates status ...

Page 38: ...Warnings overview Meaning Flashes Self diagnosis not completed 37 Lights up ABS fault 37 3 36 z Status indicators ...

Page 39: ...not available until self diagnosis has completed ABS fault ABS warning light ON The ABS control unit has de tected a fault The ABS func tion is not available You can continue to ride Bear in mind that the ABS function is not available Bear in mind the more de tailed information on situ ations that can lead to an ABS fault 78 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop ...

Page 40: ...3 38 z Status indicators ...

Page 41: ...ck 44 Tyre pressure monitoring RDCOE 46 On board computerOE 46 Emergency off switch kill switch 50 Grip heatingOE 50 Clutch 51 Brakes 51 Lights 52 Headlight 53 Turn indicators 54 Seat 55 Helmet holder 57 Luggage loops 57 Mirrors 58 Spring preload 59 Shock absorbers 60 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESAOE 61 Tyres 62 4 39 z Operation ...

Page 42: ...ecialist workshop prefer ably an authorised BMW Mo torrad dealer Switching on ignition Turn the key to position 1 Side light and all function circuits switched on Engine can be started Pre ride check is performed 69 with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Turn the key to position 1 ABS self diagnosis is performed in addition to the checks outlined above 70 Switching off ignition Turn the key to position...

Page 43: ...d security is at your disposal without any need for you to set parameters or ac tivate additional systems The engine of a motorcycle fitted with this electronic immobil iser can be started only with the keys that belong to the vehicle You can also have your authorised BMW Mo torrad dealer bar individual keys for example if a partic ular key goes missing The engine cannot be started with a key that...

Page 44: ...ing flashers Switching on hazard warning flashers Switch on the ignition Simultaneously press but ton 1 for left turn indicators and button 2 for right turn indicators The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary If you press a turn in dicator button with the ignition switched on the turn indicator function is...

Page 45: ...d RDC you have the alternative of using INFO button 1 to operate the odometer as described here Selecting readings Switch on the ignition When you switch on the ignition the odometer reading shown when the igni tion was switched off always reappears on the multifunc tion display Press button 1 once briefly The display starts with the current value and each time the button is pressed it 4 43 z Oper...

Page 46: ...the fuel remaining in the tank This reading is not displayed until fuel level has dropped to reserve This distance is calculated on the basis of fuel level and average consumption When you refuel the increase in fuel level is not registered unless several litres are ad ded to the fuel already in the tank The calculated range is an approximate value Consequently BMW Motorrad recommends that you sho...

Page 47: ...ton in the instrument cluster operates only the tripmeters Hold down the button Hours reading 3 flashes Press the button The hours reading incre ments by one each time you press the button Hold down the button Minutes reading 4 flashes Press the button The minutes reading incre ments by one each time you press the button Hold down the button The clock is now set and the time appears on the dis pla...

Page 48: ... is on the left the reading on the right is the rear tyre pressure If your motorcycle is fitted with an on board computer the tyre pressures are displayed as an additional set of readings by the on board computer On board computerOE Selecting readings Switch on the ignition Press INFO button 1 once at each step The on board computer s dis play field starts with the cur rent value and cycles throug...

Page 49: ...ding drops below 3 C The display automatically switches from any other mode to the temperature reading when the temperature drops below this threshold for the first time Average speed Average speed 1 is calcu lated on the basis of the time elapsed since the last re set Times during which the engine was stopped are ex cluded from the calculation Resetting average speed Repeatedly press INFO button ...

Page 50: ...pears in the display Press and hold down the INFO button until the read ing changes RESET The display shows l 100 km Range The description of the residual range function 44 also covers the residual range readout You can also view range 1 before the fuel level drops to reserve A special average consumption figure is used to calculate range this figure is not necessarily the same as the value you ca...

Page 51: ...st 10 seconds Side stand retracted Make sure the motorcycle is upright The readings mean OK Oil level is correct CHECK Check the oil level the next time you stop for fuel Remains visible until the sensor subsequently re gisters a correct oil level Oil level cannot be measured conditions as stated above not satisfied The most recently measured level is displayed for 5 seconds when you next switch o...

Page 52: ...l operating posi tion run B Engine switched off You cannot start the engine unless the kill switch is in the run position Grip heatingOE 1 Grip heating switch The handlebar grips have two stage heating Grip heating can be activated only when the engine is running The increase in power consumption caused by the grip heating can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds If the charge ...

Page 53: ...justing screw 1 clockwise The adjusting screw is indexed and is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever forward Span between handlebar grip and clutch lever in creases Turn adjusting screw 1 counter clockwise Span between handlebar grip and clutch lever de creases Brakes Adjusting the handbrake lever Changing the position of the brake fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system...

Page 54: ...witch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary Low beam headlight The low beam headlight switches on automatically when you start the engine When the engine is not running you can switch on the lights by switching on the ignition and either switch ing on the high beam head light or operating the head light flasher Switching on high beam headlight Press the top part of switch 1 for the ...

Page 55: ... road applies its asymmetric low beam head light will tend to dazzle on coming traffic Have the headlight set accordingly by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Commercially available adhesive tape will dam age the plastic lens of the light Consult a specialist work shop preferably an author ised BMW Motorrad dealer in order to avoid damaging the plastic lens of the ...

Page 56: ...ght beam throw so as not to dazzle oncoming traffic A Neutral position B Position for heavy load Turn indicators Switching on left flashing turn indicators Switch on the ignition Press left hand turn indicat or button 1 The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after you have ridden for ap proximately 10 seconds or covered a distance of about 200 m Left hand turn indicators switched on Tellt...

Page 57: ...icators switched on Telltale light for right hand turn indicator flashes Cancelling turn indicators Press cancel button 3 Flashing turn indicators switched off Turn indicator telltale light is off Seat Removing the seat Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Turn the key counter clock wise in the seat lock Press the seat down at the same time 4 55 z Operation ...

Page 58: ...he seat back out of its holder Installing the seat If too much pressure is applied in the forward direction there is a danger that the motorcycle will be pushed off its stand Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Push the seat forward into holders 1 Push down firmly on the seat applying pressure to the point above the latch The seat engages with an audible click 4 56 ...

Page 59: ...ycle on its stand Removing the seat 55 The helmet catch can scratch the panelling Make sure the lock is out of the way when you hook the helmet into position On the right hand side of the motorcycle the helmet could be damaged by heat from the end silencer Attach the helmet on the left hand side of the motorcycle only Use the wire rope available as an optional extra to se cure the helmet to helmet...

Page 60: ...irrors Adjusting mirrors Move the mirror to the de sired position by pressing it lightly close to the edge Adjusting mirror arm Push the protective cap up over the threaded fastener on the mirror arm Back off nut 1 by turning it clockwise left hand thread Turn the mirror arm to the appropriate position Retighten the nut Mirror to clamping piece 22 Nm Push the protective cap over the threaded faste...

Page 61: ... is being ridden can lead to acci dents Do not attempt to adjust spring preload unless the motorcycle is at a standstill Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand If you want to increase spring preload turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the HIGH arrow If you want to reduce spring preload turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the LOW arrow One click cor...

Page 62: ...otorcycle on its stand Adjust the rear shock ab sorber using a screwdriver to turn adjusting screw 1 If you want a harder damp ing characteristic use a screwdriver to turn the ad justing screw in the direc tion indicated by the H ar row If you want a softer damping characteristic use a screw driver to turn the adjusting screw in the direction in dicted by the S arrow The adjusting screw can be tur...

Page 63: ...he mul tifunction display and spring preload in panel 2 The odometer readings are not shown while the ESA readout is active Calling up settings Switch on the ignition Press button 1 The current setting is dis played The reading remains visible for a few seconds before disappearing automatically Adjusting suspension damping Switch on the ignition You can adjust the damping characteristic while the ...

Page 64: ...old down button 1 until the reading changes The display field starts at the current status and cycles through the following sequence One up One up with luggage Two up with luggage The setting shown on the display is automatically accepted as the spring preload if you allow a certain length of time to pass without pressing button 1 During the setting procedure the display flashes Tyres Check the ty...

Page 65: ...g life of the tyres Always check that the tyre pressures are correct Check that tyre pressures are correct as per the data below Tyre pressure front 2 5 bar One up tyre cold 2 5 bar Two up and or with luggage tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 9 bar One up tyre cold 2 9 bar Two up and or with luggage tyre cold If tyre pressure is too low Correct the tyre pressures 4 63 z Operation ...

Page 66: ...4 64 z Operation ...

Page 67: ...ety instructions 66 Checklist 68 Starting 68 Running in 70 Parking your motorcycle 71 Refuelling 73 Tyre pressure monitoring RDCOE 74 Brake system general 75 Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABSOE 76 5 65 z Riding ...

Page 68: ...ng Overloading and imbal anced loads can ad versely affect the motorcycle s handling Do not exceed the permiss ible gross weight and be sure to comply with the instruc tions on loading Alcohol and drugs Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs will ad versely affect your percep tion and your ability to as sess situations and make de cisions and slow down your reflexes Medication can ex acerbate thes...

Page 69: ...high Flammable materials e g hay leaves grass clothing and luggage etc could ignite if allowed to come into contact with the hot exhaust pipe Do not permit flammable ma terials to come into contact with the hot exhaust system Cooling would be inadequate if the engine were allowed to idle for a lengthy period with the motorcycle at a standstill overheating would result In extreme cases the motorcyc...

Page 70: ...ke pad wear every third refuelling stop Starting Side stand You cannot start the motor cycle with the side stand ex tended and a gear engaged The engine will switch itself off if you start it with the gearbox in neutral and then engage a gear before retracting the side stand Gearbox You can start the engine when the gearbox is in neutral or if you pull the clutch with a gear engaged Do not pull th...

Page 71: ...e engine refuses to start 130 Pre ride check The instrument cluster runs a test of the General warn ing light when the ignition is switched on The warn ing light shows first red and then yellow so that you can check that it is in working or der This pre ride check is in dicated by the word CHECK appearing in the display The test is aborted if you start the engine before it completes Phase 1 Genera...

Page 72: ...Possible national variant of the ABS warning light ABS self diagnosis completed The ABS warning light goes out If an indicator showing an ABS fault appears when ABS self diagnosis completes You can continue to ride Bear in mind that neither the ABS function nor the integral braking function is available Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authori...

Page 73: ...ng in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in This running in procedure is essential if the tyres are to achieve maximum grip Tyres do not have their full grip when new and there is a risk of accidents at extreme angles of heel Avoid extreme angles of heel Parking your motorcycle Place the motorcycle on side stand If the ground is soft or uneven there is no guar antee...

Page 74: ...th hands Pull the handbrake lever Swing your right leg over the seat and lift the motor cycle to the upright position Hold the motorcycle upright and balanced An extended side stand can catch on the ground when the motorcycle is mov ing and lead to a fall Retract the side stand before moving the motorcycle Sit on the motorcycle and use your left foot to retract the side stand Place the motorcycle ...

Page 75: ...uelling Fuel is highly flammable A naked flame close to the fuel tank can cause a fire or explosion Do not smoke Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank Fuel expands when hot Fuel escaping from an overfilled tank could make its way onto the rear tyre This could cause a fall Do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck Fuel attacks plastics which become dull or unsightly Wipe o...

Page 76: ...r pressure inside the tyre and transmits this information to the control unit Each sensor has a centrifugal force tripswitch that does not enable transmission of the measured values until the motorcycle has accelerated to about 30 km h The display shows for each tyre until the tyre pressure signal is received for the first time The sensors continue to transmit the measured value signals for approx...

Page 77: ...e Air pressure outside permit ted tolerance Brake system general Descending mountain passes There is a danger of the brakes fading if you use only the rear brakes when descending mountain passes Under extreme conditions the brakes could overheat and suffer severe damage Use both front and rear brakes and make use of the engine s braking effect as well Wet brakes After the motorcycle has been washe...

Page 78: ...ABS adapts braking force distribution between front and rear brakes to suit the load on the motorcycle The integral braking function makes it very difficult to spin the rear wheel by opening the throttle with the front brake applied to keep the motorcycle stationary burn out Attempted burn outs can result in damage to the rear brake and the clutch Do not attempt burn outs How does ABS work The amo...

Page 79: ... soon as is registers the actu al circumstances the system reacts instantly and adjusts braking force accordingly to achieve optimum braking What feedback does the rider receive from the BMW Motorrad ABS If the ABS system has to re duce braking force on ac count of the circumstances described above vibration is perceptible through the hand brake lever When the handbrake lever is pulled brake press...

Page 80: ...il very late if at all Consequently ABS does not intervene until very late if at all Under these circumstances the rear wheel can lift off the ground and the outcome can be a highsiding situation in which the motor cycle can flip over Severe braking can cause the rear wheel to lift off the ground When you brake bear in mind that ABS control cannot be relied on in all circumstances to prevent the r...

Page 81: ...i tion off and on again What significance devolves on regular maintenance Invariably a technical system cannot perform beyond the abilities dictated by its level of maintenance In order to ensure that the BMW Motorrad ABS is always maintained in optimum condi tion it is essential for you to comply strictly with the spe cified inspection intervals Reserves for safety The potentially shorter braking...

Page 82: ...5 80 z Riding ...

Page 83: ...Accessories General instructions 82 Power socket 82 Luggage 83 CaseOA 83 6 81 z Accessories ...

Page 84: ...tituting a safety hazard Country specific official authorisa tion does not suffice as as surance Tests conducted by these instances cannot make provision for all operat ing conditions experienced by BMW motorcycles and con sequently they are not suffi cient in some circumstances Use only parts and accessor ies approved by BMW for your motorcycle Whenever you are planning modifications comply with ...

Page 85: ...d imbal anced loads can ad versely affect the motorcycle s handling Do not exceed the permiss ible gross weight and be sure to comply with the instruc tions on loading The maximum speed recom mended for riding with loaded cases is 180 km h Set spring preload damping characteristic and tyre pres sures to suit total weight Ensure that the case volumes on the left and right are equal Make sure that t...

Page 86: ...atches 1 of the case lid into retainers 2 The catches engage with an audible click Press catches 3 on the lock straps into retainers 2 The catches engage with an audible click Check that the catches are locked securely into place Adjusting case volume Close the case lid Turn the lock strap buckles 1 of the lock straps out Pull the lock straps up and out This expands the case to maximum volume 6 84...

Page 87: ...st the case body The case volume adapts to the contents Removing cases Turn the lock barrel in the RELEASE direction Pull the black release lever RELEASE up Pull the case out of the top holder Lift the case out of the bot tom holder 6 85 z Accessories ...

Page 88: ...LEASE down The case is locked into place Lock the case Check that it is correctly en gaged Secure attachment If a case wobbles or is difficult to fit it has to be adapted to the gap between the upper and lower mounting The bot tom bracket on the case can be moved up or down for this purpose Adapting case Open the case Remove screws 1 Adjust the height of the holder Tighten screws 1 6 86 z Accessor...

Page 89: ...uctions 88 Toolkit 88 Engine oil 89 Brake system general 91 Brake pads 92 Brake fluid 94 Clutch 96 Tyres 97 Rims 97 Wheels 97 Front wheel stand 105 Rear wheel stand 107 Bulbs 108 Jump starting 116 Battery 117 7 87 z Maintenance ...

Page 90: ...uthorised BMW Motorrad dealer Toolkit Standard on board toolkit 1 Screwdriver with reversible blade Removing and installing turn indicator glass Disconnecting leads from battery terminals 2 Torx wrench T25 Removing and installing body panels Removing and installing bat tery retainer 3 Screwdriver small Removing and installing turn indicator glass 4 Open ended spanner w f 14 Adjusting mirror arm On...

Page 91: ...mped into the oil tank before the level is read The engine oil must be at oper ating temperature to do this Checking the oil level with the engine cold or after no more than a short ride will lead to misinterpretation this in turn means that the engine will be operated with the incorrect quantity of oil In order to ensure that the en gine oil level is read correctly check the oil level only after ...

Page 92: ...op up the engine oil If the oil level is above the MAX mark Drain off the engine oil Top up the engine oil Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Removing the seat 55 Damage to the engine can result if it is oper ated without enough oil but the same also applies if the oil level is too high Always make sure that the oil level is correct Wipe the area around th...

Page 93: ...the transparent tube into the oil tank and engage the retainer Store or dispose of the ex cess engine oil in an envir onmentally compatible man ner Installing the seat 56 Brake system general Reliability A fully functional brake sys tem is a basic requirement for the road safety of your motor cycle Do not ride the motorcycle if you have any doubts about the dependability of the brake system Under ...

Page 94: ...hey can cause damage to the brake system In order to ensure the de pendability of the brake sys tem do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minim um permissible thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Visually inspect the left and right brake pads to ascer tain their thickness Brake pad thickness front The wear indicators on the brake pads must ...

Page 95: ...wear past the minim um permissible thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Visually inspect the brake pads from the right to as certain their thickness Brake pad wear limit rear 1 mm Friction pad only without backing plate Make sure that the brake disc is not visible through the bore in the inboard brake block If the brake disc is visible Have the bra...

Page 96: ... the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand Move the handlebars to the straight ahead position Check the brake fluid level in front reservoir 1 The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reser voir drops as the brake pads wear Brake fluid level front DOT4 brake fluid Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark Brake fluid reservoir horizontal If the ...

Page 97: ...nd is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand Check the brake fluid level in brake fluid reservoir 1 The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reser voir drops as the brake pads wear Brake fluid level rear DOT4 brake fluid Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark Brake fluid reservoir horizontal If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level Have ...

Page 98: ...A Centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand Move the handlebars to the straight ahead position Check the clutch fluid level in clutch fluid reservoir 1 Wear of the clutch causes the fluid level in the clutch fluid reservoir to rise Clutch fluid level Do not permit the clutch fluid level to drop If the fluid level drops Unsuitable hydraulic flu...

Page 99: ... worn down to the level of the marks The loca tions of the marks are indic ated on the edge of the tyre e g by the letters TI TWI or by an arrow If the tyre tread is worn to minimum Replace tyre or tyres as ap plicable Rims Checking rims Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Visually inspect the rims for defects Have damaged rims checked and if necessary repl...

Page 100: ...rrad deal er or specialist workshop to the fact that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor Removing front wheel Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand BMW Motor rad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand Install the rear wheel stand 107 with OA Centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand Once the calipers have been removed there is a ...

Page 101: ...mmends the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand for lifting the motor cycle Fitting the front wheel stand 105 Remove right hand axle clamping screw 4 with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS The left axle clamping screw locates the threaded bush in the front suspension If the threaded bush is not correctly aligned the gap between the ABS sensor ring and the ABS sensor will not be correct and this can cause the...

Page 102: ...oose or their threads can suffer damage Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authorised BMW Mo torrad dealer The front wheel must be installed right way round to rotate in the correct direc tion Note the direction of rotation arrows on the tyre or the wheel rim Roll the front wheel into position between the front forks with OE BMW Motorrad Integ...

Page 103: ... discs with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS The cable of the ABS sensor could chafe through if it comes into contact with the brake disc Make sure that the ABS sensor cable is routed correctly Carefully route the ABS cable Make sure that the ABS sensor cable is clipped into holders 6 Install securing screws 1 Front brake caliper to wheel carrier 30 Nm Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim Firml...

Page 104: ...Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand Remove screw 1 from silen cer cover 2 Pull the cover to the rear to remove Remove clamp 3 from the silencer Do not remove the sealing grease from the clamp Remove screw 4 for the bracket of the end silencer from the rear footrest Turn the end silencer out Engage first gear 7 102 z Maintenance ...

Page 105: ...ays have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authorised BMW Mo torrad dealer If you are using the BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand remove the retaining disc Roll the rear wheel into po sition at the rear wheel ad apter Seat the rear wheel on the rear wheel adapter If you are using the BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand reinstall the retaining disc Install wheel st...

Page 106: ...nd silencer to the specified tightening torque Silencer to manifold 35 Nm If the gap between the rear wheel and the end silencer is too small the rear wheel can overheat The clearance between the rear wheel and the end silen cer must be at least 10 mm Tighten screw 4 for the bracket of the end silencer in the rear footrest to the specified torque Silencer to rear footrest right 22 Nm 7 104 z Maint...

Page 107: ... The BMW Motorrad front wheel stand is not designed to support motorcycles not fitted with a centre stand or without other auxiliary stands A motorcycle resting only on the front wheel stand and the rear wheel can topple Place the motorcycle on its centre stand or another aux iliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand Fitting the front wheel stand Place the...

Page 108: ... low the front wheel to be rolled between them There is a risk of dam aging the ABS sensor ring of the BMW ABS Push the pin in just far enough to ensure that it clears the sensor ring of the BMW ABS Tighten adjusting screws 1 If the motorcycle is on the centre stand and is raised too far the centre stand will lift clear of the ground and the motorcycle could topple to one side When raising the mot...

Page 109: ...our authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Installing rear wheel stand Use screws 1 to set the rear wheel stand to the de sired height Remove retaining disc 2 To do so press release but ton 3 Push the rear wheel stand from the left into the rear axle Install the retaining disc from the right to do so press the unlock button Place your left hand on the left grab handle of the mo torcycle 4 and your right h...

Page 110: ...brake light shines at reduced brightness to double as a rear light Even though you have this substitute rear light the indicators in the display tell you that a bulb defect has oc curred A defective bulb places your safety at risk be cause it is easier for other users to oversee you and your motorcycle Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possib...

Page 111: ...b If it is not standing firmly the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Turn the handlebars to the left to facilitate access Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Switch off the ignition Remove cover 1 low beam headlight or cover 2 high beam headlight by pul...

Page 112: ...2 V 55 W Low beam headlight bulb H7 12 V 55 W Insert the bulb make sure that projection 6 is correctly positioned high beam headlight down low beam headlight up and make check that the bulb engages correctly Close and lock spring clips 4 Connect plug 3 7 110 z Maintenance ...

Page 113: ...course of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Switch off the ignition Turn the handlebars to the left to facilitate access Remove cap 1 Disconnect plug 2 Turn bulb socket 3 counter clockwise to remove 7 111 z Maintenance ...

Page 114: ...e bulb 4 from the bulb holder Replace the defective bulb Parking light bulb W5W 12 V 5 W Push bulb 4 into its socket Turn bulb socket 3 clock wise to install Connect plug 2 Install cap 1 7 112 z Maintenance ...

Page 115: ...the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Removing the seat 55 Switch off the ignition Remove screw 1 Pull the bulb housing to the rear until it is clear of hold ers 2 Turn bulb holder 3 counter clockwise to remove it from the bulb housing Press bulb 4 into socket 5 and remove by turning it counter clockwise Replace the defective bulb Bulb of tail light brake light P21W 12...

Page 116: ...all screw 1 Replacing turn indicator bulbs front and rear If it is not standing firmly the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Switch off the ignition Remove screw 1 7 114 z Maintenance ...

Page 117: ...ounter clockwise Replace the defective bulb Front flashing turn in dicator bulbs R10W 12 V 10 W with OE White turn indicat ors RY10W 12 V 10 W Rear flashing turn in dicator bulbs R10W 12 V 10 W Rear flashing turn in dicator bulbs with OE White turn indicat ors RY10W 12 V 10 W Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install it in bulb socket 3 7 115 z Maintenance ...

Page 118: ... running A short circuit can result if the crocodile clips of the jump leads are accident ally brought into contact with the motorcycle Use only jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends Jump starting with a donor battery voltage higher than 12 V can damage the vehicle electronics Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V If it is not st...

Page 119: ...y compartment cover 119 Battery Maintenance instructions Correct upkeep recharging and storage will prolong the life of the battery and are es sential if warranty claims are to be considered Compliance with the points below is important in order to maximise battery life Keep the surface of the bat tery clean and dry Do not open the battery Do not top up with water Be sure to read and com ply with ...

Page 120: ...harger directly to the battery If you switch on the ig nition and the multifunc tion display and telltale lights fail to light up the battery is completely flat Attempting to charge a completely flat bat tery via the on board socket can cause damage to the mo torcycle s electronics If a battery has discharged to the extent that it is completely flat it has to be disconnec ted from the on board cir...

Page 121: ...standing firmly the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Removing the seat 55 Remove screws 1 Lift battery compartment cover 2 up and forward to remove Installing battery compartment cover If it is not standing firmly th...

Page 122: ...tery lead 2 Remove screws 3 and pull the retainer to the rear Lift the battery up and out work it slightly back and forth if it is difficult to re move Installing battery Switch off the ignition Place the battery in the bat tery compartment positive terminal on the right in the forward direction of travel Slip the battery retainer over the battery and install screws 3 Installation in the wrong seq...

Page 123: ...tive lead 2 first The connect battery negat ive lead 1 Installing battery compartment cover 119 Switch on the ignition Fully open the throttle once or twice The engine management system registers the throttle valve position Set the clock 44 7 121 z Maintenance ...

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Page 125: ...Care Care products 124 Washing motorcycle 124 Cleaning easily damaged components 125 Paint care 126 Protective wax coating 126 Laying up the motorcycle 126 Restoring motorcycle to use 127 8 123 z Care ...

Page 126: ...prior to washing the motorcycle To prevent stains do not wash the motorcycle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sunlight and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the motor cycle is washed frequently especially during the winter months To remove road salt clean the motorcycle with cold wa ter immediately after every trip After the motorcycle has been washed ridden through water or ...

Page 127: ...dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water Fuel and chemical solvents attack the material of the windscreen the windscreen becomes opaque or dull Do not use cleaning agents Chrome Use plenty of water and BMW shampoo to clean chrome particularly if it has been exposed to road salt Use chrome polish for additional treatment Radiator Clean the radiator regularly to prevent overheating of...

Page 128: ...l of cotton wool We recommend that specks of tar be removed with BMW tar remover Remember to wax the parts treated in this way Protective wax coating BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or products containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax It is time to rewax the paint work when water puddles on the surface instead of forming beads Laying up the motorcycle Clean the motorcycle Remove ...

Page 129: ...Restoring motorcycle to use Remove the protective wax coating Clean the motorcycle Install a charged battery Before starting work through the checklist 8 127 z Care ...

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Page 131: ...rt 130 Threaded fasteners 131 Engine 133 Performance figures 135 Clutch 135 Transmission 135 Rear wheel drive 136 Running gear 137 Brakes 138 Wheels and tyres 138 Electrics 139 Frame 141 Dimensions 141 Weights 142 9 129 z Technical data ...

Page 132: ...on run Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand 68 Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever 68 Clutch pulled when ignition was OFF Switch on the ignition then pull the clutch lever No fuel in tank Refuelling 73 Battery not adequately charged Charging battery when connected 118 9 130 z Technical data ...

Page 133: ...Clamping screw for quick release axle in wheel carrier M8 x 30 19 Nm Quick release axle in threaded bush M24 x 1 5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Rear wheel to wheel flange M10 x 40 x 1 25 Tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm Silencer to rear footrest right M8 x 30 22 Nm 9 131 z Technical data ...

Page 134: ...r wheel Value Valid Silencer to manifold M8 x 60 10 9 35 Nm Mirrors Value Valid Mirror to clamping piece M10 x 1 25 left hand thread 22 Nm Clamping piece to clamping block M10 25 Nm 9 132 z Technical data ...

Page 135: ...ed six speed cassette gearbox dry sump lubrication Effective displacement 1157 cm3 Cylinder bore 79 mm Piston stroke 59 mm Compression ratio 13 1 Nominal output 120 kW Over 10250 min 1 with OE Reduced power output 79 kW 79 kW Over 8750 min 1 Max torque 127 Nm Over 8250 min 1 with OE Reduced power output 79 kW 103 Nm Over 4500 min 1 Maximum permissible engine speed 11000 min 1 Idle speed 1150 50 mi...

Page 136: ...filter change 0 5 l Difference between MIN MAX marks Lubricant Castrol GPS 10W 40 SAE 10W40 API SG JASO MA Oil grades Mineral oils of API classification SF through SH BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil additives because they can have a detri mental effect on clutch operation Please do not hesitate to contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you have any questions re lating the choice of a...

Page 137: ...ation at low temperatures SAE 15 W 40 10 C Performance figures Top speed 200 km h Clutch Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath Transmission Gearbox type Claw shift 6 speed cassette gearbox integ rated into engine block 9 135 z Technical data ...

Page 138: ... teeth 1st gear 1 789 34 19 teeth 2nd gear 1 458 35 24 teeth 3rd gear 1 240 31 25 teeth 4th gear 1 094 35 32 teeth 5th gear 0 971 33 34 teeth 6th gear 1 045 23 22 teeth Angular drive Rear wheel drive Final drive type Shaft drive with bevel gears Final drive gear ratio 2 91 1 9 136 z Technical data ...

Page 139: ...orber Spring preload steplessly hydraulically adjustable rebound stage damping steplessly adjustable with OE Electronic Suspension Adjust ment ESA Central spring strut pivoted to lever system with coil spring and single tube gas filled shock absorber Spring basic setting three way adjustable compression and rebound stages each three way adjustable Rear suspension spring travel 135 mm At wheel 9 13...

Page 140: ...e with 2 piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake pad material rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Front wheel type Cast aluminium MT H2 Front wheel rim size 3 50 x 17 Front wheel tyre designation 120 70 ZR17 Rear wheel type Cast aluminium MT H2 Rear wheel rim size 5 50 x 17 with OE Sports wheel 6 00 x 17 Rear wheel tyre designation 180 55 ZR17 with OE Sports wheel 190 50 ZR17 9 138 z Techn...

Page 141: ...g of on board socket 5 A Fuses All circuits are electronically protected so plug in fuses are no longer necessary If an electronic fuse trips and de energises a cir cuit the circuit is active as soon as the igni tion is switched on after the fault has been rectified Type Battery type AGM Absorptive Glass Mat battery Technical data Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 14 Ah 9 139 z Tec...

Page 142: ...7 12 V 55 W Low beam headlight bulb H7 12 V 55 W Parking light bulb W5W 12 V 5 W Bulb of tail light brake light P21W 12 V 21 W Front flashing turn indicator bulbs R10W 12 V 10 W with OE White turn indicators RY10W 12 V 10 W Rear flashing turn indicator bulbs R10W 12 V 10 W with OE White turn indicators RY10W 12 V 10 W 9 140 z Technical data ...

Page 143: ...ear VIN location Frame side section front right Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2288 mm Height of motorcycle 1180 mm at unladen weight measured across mirrors Width of motorcycle 856 mm Across mirrors Front seat height 820 mm At unladen weight with OE Double seat low 790 mm At unladen weight 9 141 z Technical data ...

Page 144: ...Weights Unladen weight 241 kg DIN unladen weight ready for road 90 load of fuel without optional extras Permissible gross weight 450 kg Maximum payload 209 kg 9 142 z Technical data ...

Page 145: ...d service quality 144 BMW Motorrad Service Card on the spot breakdown assistance 145 BMW Motorrad service network 145 Maintenance work 145 Maintenance schedules 146 Confirmation of maintenance work 147 Confirmation of service 152 10 143 z Service ...

Page 146: ...mends that you contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you have questions regarding your mo torcycle BMW Motorrad service quality Along with its reputation for engineering quality and high reliability BMW Motorrad is a byword for excellent quality of service To ensure that your BMW is always in optimum condi tion we recommend that you have the maintenance work required for your motorcycle c...

Page 147: ...W Motorrad service network Our extensive after sales ser vice network is in place to look after you and your mo torcycle in more than 100 countries In Germany alone you have the best possible access to approximately 200 authorised BMW Motorrad dealers All information concerning the international dealership network can be found in the brochures entitled Service Contact Europe and Service Contact Af...

Page 148: ...ional 20 000 km 40 000 km 60 000 km 80 000 km etc if this distance is covered within a year Maintenance schedules The maintenance schedule for your motorcycle depends on the equipment fitted and on the motorcycle s age and the distance it has covered Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply a copy of the current mainten ance schedule for your motor cycle on request 10 146 z Serv...

Page 149: ...livery Check Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Date stamp signature BMW Running in Check Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 147 z Service ...

Page 150: ...ture BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 148 z Service ...

Page 151: ...ture BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 149 z Service ...

Page 152: ...ture BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 150 z Service ...

Page 153: ...ture BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 151 z Service ...

Page 154: ...f service The table is intended as a record of maintenance warranty and repair work the installation of optional accessories and if appropriate special campaign recall work Item Odometer reading Date 10 152 z Service ...

Page 155: ...Item Odometer reading Date 10 153 z Service ...

Page 156: ...uid reservoir 13 Technical data 138 Bulbs General instructions 108 Replacing brake light bulb 113 Replacing front turn indicator bulbs 114 Replacing high beam headlight bulb 109 Replacing low beam headlight bulb 109 Replacing parking light bulb 111 Replacing rear light bulb 113 Replacing rear turn indicator bulbs 114 Technical data 140 Warning bulb failure 29 C Case Adapting 86 Adjusting 84 Closin...

Page 157: ... settings 61 EWS Warning 26 F Final drive Technical data 136 Frame Technical data 141 Front wheel stand Installing 105 Fuel Filler neck 13 Quantity reading 22 Refuelling 73 Technical data 134 Warning fuel down to reserve 26 Fuses 139 G Gear indicator 22 Grip heating 17 50 H Handlebar fittings General view left side 16 General view right side 17 Hazard warning flashers 16 17 Switching off 43 Switch...

Page 158: ... 58 Multifunction display 18 22 O Odometer and tripmeters 22 Operation 43 Pushbutton 16 Resetting tripmeter 44 Selecting readings 43 On board computer Ambient temperature 47 Average consumption 48 Average speed 47 Oil level 49 Pushbutton 16 Range 48 Reset the average con sumption 48 Reset the average speed 47 Select readings 46 P Power socket 11 Pre ride check 69 R Rear wheel stand Installing 107 ...

Page 159: ...ights 142 Wheels and tyres 138 Telltale lights 18 Toolkit 15 Service kit 88 Standard kit 88 Torques 131 Transmission Starting the engine 68 Technical data 135 Troubleshooting chart 130 Turn indicators Left 16 54 Right 17 54 Switching off 17 55 Tyre pressure control ReifenDruck Control Label on wheel rim 98 Operation 46 Reading 22 Tyres Checking tread depth 97 Checking tyre pressures 62 Recommended...

Page 160: ...Weights Technical data 142 Wheels Installing front wheel 100 Installing rear wheel 103 Removing front wheel 98 Removing rear wheel 102 Technical data 138 11 158 z Index ...

Page 161: ... will be entertained as a result of such discrepancies Dimensions weights fuel consumption and perform ance data are quoted to the customary tolerances The right to modify designs equipment and accessories is reserved Errors and omissions excep ted 2006 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without writ ten permission from BMW Motorrad After Sales Printed in Germany ...

Page 162: ...with power and consumption related restrictions Fuel capacity usable 19 l Fuel capacity reserve approx 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure front 2 5 bar One up tyre cold 2 5 bar Two up and or with luggage tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 9 bar One up tyre cold 2 9 bar Two up and or with luggage tyre cold BMW recommends Order No 01 41 7 706 701 08 2006 1st edition 01417706701 01417706701 01417706701 ...

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