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Topping up coolant

Open cap

1

of coolant expan-

sion tank and add coolant up
to specified level.
Coolant level lies between MIN
and MAX markings.
Close cap

1

.

Tyres

Checking tire pressure

WARNING

Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure

Poorer handling characteristic
of motorcycle, reduction of tire
service life

Ensure proper tire inflation
pressure.

WARNING

Automatic opening of verti-
cally installed valve cores at
high speeds.

Sudden loss of tyre inflation
pressure.

Use valve caps with rubber
sealing ring and screw on
firmly.
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Check tire pressures against
data below.

Tire pressure, front

36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire
cold)

Tire pressure, rear

42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (with tire
cold)

If tire pressure is too low:

Correct tire pressure.

Wheel rims and tyres

Check wheel rims

Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
Subject wheel rims to visual
inspection for defects.
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced
by a specialist service facil-

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Maintenance

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Summary of Contents for R 1200RS 2016

Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model R1200RS BMW Motorrad bmw motorrad com The Ultimate Riding Machine ProCarManuals com...

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

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

Page 4: ...s 24 Service display 40 Fuel reserve 40 Oil level indicator 41 Outside temperature 41 Tire inflation pressure 42 Upshift recommendation 43 Red speed range 43 4 Operation 45 Ignition 46 Ignition with K...

Page 5: ...116 Engine oil 116 Brake system 118 Clutch 122 Coolant 122 Tyres 123 Wheel rims and tyres 123 Wheels 124 Muffler 131 Light sources 133 Jump starting 140 Battery 141 Fuses 145 Diagnostic connector 146...

Page 6: ...orrad Service 185 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 185 Maintenance proce dures 185 Maintenance schedule 189 Confirmation of mainte nance work 190 Confirmation of service 204 13 Appendix 207 Certificate...

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: ...ons 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 hazard can result in death or s...

Page 9: ...plains why the man ual may also contain descriptions of equipment which you have not ordered Please note too that your motorcycle might not be ex actly as illustrated in this manual on account of coun...

Page 10: ...the total absence of errors We hope you will appreciate that no claims can be recognized based on the data illustrations or de scriptions in this manual 1 8 z General instructions ProCarManuals com...

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

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Page 13: ...General view left side 1 Clutch fluid reservoir 122 2 Fuel filler opening 94 3 Seat lock 74 4 Adjuster for rear damp ing at the bottom on the spring strut 82 2 11 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

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Page 15: ...on steering head at left 4 Coolant level indicator 122 Coolant expansion tank 123 5 Tyre inflation pressure ta ble 6 Oil fill location 117 7 Engine oil level indicator 116 8 Behind the side trim pane...

Page 16: ...Underneath seat 1 Fuses 145 2 Rider s Manual US Model 3 Standard tool kit 114 4 Load capacity table 2 14 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 17: ...uise control system 71 3 Hazard warning lights sys tem 54 4 ABS 65 ASC 66 with Dynamic Traction Control DTC OE DTC 66 5 with Dynamic ESAOE Dynamic ESA range of ad justment 67 6 with additional LED hea...

Page 18: ...9 Multifunction display 56 10 with preparation for navi gation systemOE Operating the navigation system 158 Multi Controller 2 16 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 19: ...function switch right 1 with heated handlebar gripsOE Operating heated grips 74 2 Riding mode 69 3 Emergency on off switch kill switch 52 4 Starter button Start engine 86 2 17 z Overviews ProCarManual...

Page 20: ...ti theft alarm sys tem DWA OE Alarm system LED with Keyless RideOE Indicator light for radio operated key 3 Indicator and warning lights 20 4 Multifunction display It is possible to switch be tween 3...

Page 21: ...ultifunction display Sport view 22 Multifunction display Touring view 23 Warning lights 24 Service display 40 Fuel reserve 40 Oil level indicator 41 Outside temperature 41 Tire inflation pressure 42 U...

Page 22: ...l position idling 3 with additional LED headlightOA Additional LED headlight 54 4 High beam headlamp 53 5 ASC 66 with Dynamic Traction Control DTC OE DTC 66 6 Turn indicator right 7 ABS 65 8 Fuel rese...

Page 23: ...omputer dis plays 56 4 ESA setting 67 5 Red speed range 43 6 Fuel level 7 Outside temperature warn ing 41 8 Riding mode 69 9 Tire Pressure Control Onboard computer dis plays 56 10 Heated grip settings...

Page 24: ...ine speed bar 3 Red speed range 43 4 Engine speed 5 Fuel level 6 Heated grip settings 74 7 Outside temperature warn ing 41 8 Riding mode 69 9 Onboard computer dis plays 56 10 Gear indicator shows N in...

Page 25: ...view 1 Clock 59 2 Speedometer 3 Fuel level 4 Outside temperature warn ing 41 5 Riding mode 69 6 Onboard computer dis plays 56 7 Heated grip settings 74 8 Gear indicator shows N in neutral idling 3 23...

Page 26: ...osition 2 which appear from right to left These are displayed sorted by prior ity The highest priority is on the right The universal warning light lights up in either yellow or red depending on the ur...

Page 27: ...perated key outside reception range 29 lights up yellow appears on the display Replace battery of radio operated key 29 flashes red appears on the display Coolant temperature too high 30 appears on th...

Page 28: ...low appears on the display Sensor defective or system error 32 or is indicated or is indicated Transmission error 33 lights up yellow appears on the display Battery of tire inflation pressure sensor w...

Page 29: ...ltage critical 35 lights up red appears on the display Battery charging voltage insufficient 36 appears on the display DWA battery charge level low 36 lights up yellow appears on the display DWA batte...

Page 30: ...C DTC intervention 38 flashes slowly ASC DTC self diagnosis not completed 38 lights up ASC DTC switched off 38 lights up ASC DTC error 38 lights up yellow appears on the display ESA error 39 The gear...

Page 31: ...ey ring Using emergency key Have the defective key re placed preferably by an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Radio operated key outside reception range with Keyless RideOE shows yellow appears on t...

Page 32: ...ause The coolant temperature is too high If possible continue driving in the part load range to cool down the engine Should the coolant temperature frequently be too high have the fault rectified as q...

Page 33: ...e management system flashes yellow appears on the display WARNING Damage to the engine when it is in the emergency operat ing mode Accident hazard Adapt riding style ride slowly avoid rapid accelerati...

Page 34: ...he measured tire inflation pres sure is outside the approved tol erance range Check tire for damage and suitability for continued use If it is still possible to drive with tire Correct tire inflation...

Page 35: ...warning light also lights up In this case Have fault eliminated at a spe cialist service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Possible cause There is a fault in the radio con necti...

Page 36: ...low and high beam light sources in headlight 133 Replacing light source for park ing light 135 Replacing front and rear turn indicator light sources 136 Replacing LED tail light 139 Front light failu...

Page 37: ...sumers switched on Onboard system voltage tends to drop particularly at low engine rpm and when the engine is idling When riding at low engine revs switch off all electrical equip ment that is not nec...

Page 38: ...malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer DWA battery charge level low with anti theft alarm system DWA OE appears on t...

Page 39: ...gnosis rou tine not completed ABS is not available as the self diagnosis routine was not completed The motorcycle must reach a specified mini mum speed before the system can check operation of the whe...

Page 40: ...m speed before the system can check operation of the wheel speed sensors 3 mph 5 km h Ride off slowly The ASC DTC indicator and warning light must go out after a few yards If the ASC DTC indicator and...

Page 41: ...ast 10 sec onds while standing to program the idle gear Shift through all gears by op erating the clutch and ride in each engaged gear for at least 10 seconds The gear indicator stops flash ing after...

Page 42: ...s been dis connected for a longer time Consult a certified workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer for setting of the date Fuel reserve The fuel level in the fuel tank when the fuel wa...

Page 43: ...above mentioned conditions not met If the oil level must be checked symbol 1 is displayed until the oil level is detected again as correct Outside temperature Engine heat can lead to spuri ous reading...

Page 44: ...he front tire s inflation pressure while the figure on the right 3 shows the inflation pres sure in the rear tire Immediately after switching on the ignition is indicated TPC RDC sensor is not active...

Page 45: ...best point in time for upshifting Red speed range The red speed range on the tachometer changes depending on engine temperature Engine cold Red speed range 1 The engine has not yet reached its operat...

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Page 47: ...ights system 54 Turn indicators 55 Multifunction display 56 Anti theft alarm DWA 63 Antilock Brake System ABS 65 Automatic Stability Control ASC 66 Electronic suspension adjustment ESA 67 Riding mode...

Page 48: ...orized BMW Motorrad re tailer Locking handlebars Turn handlebars to left Turn key to position 1 while moving handlebars slightly Ignition lights and all electrical circuits switched off Handlebars are...

Page 49: ...rized for your motorcycle NOTICE If a further key for the vehicle is attached to the same ring as the ignition key and used to start the engine this could impair the electronics and prevent the en gin...

Page 50: ...ase and case can be operated manually NOTICE When the range of the radio key is exceeded e g in case or Top case the motorcycle cannot be started If the radio operated key contin ues to be missing the...

Page 51: ...elf diagnosis is per formed 89 Version 2 Steering lock is locked press and hold button 1 Steering lock is unlocked Parking lights and all function circuits switched on Pre Ride Check is carried out 87...

Page 52: ...r When having a key dis abled you should also bring all of the motorcycle s remaining keys with you The engine can no longer be started using a disabled radio operated key however a dis abled radio op...

Page 53: ...Check is carried out Key fob transmitter was de tected Engine can be started Key fob transmitter can be re moved Start engine 86 Install the passenger seat 75 Replace battery of radio operated key If...

Page 54: ...specifica tions When inserting the battery make sure that the polarity is correct Insert the new battery 3 with the positive side up Install battery cover 2 Press button 1 and fold closed key bit The...

Page 55: ...headlight switches on automatically when the engine is started High beam headlight and headlight flasher Switch on ignition 46 Press switch 1 toward front to switch on high beam headlight Pull switch...

Page 56: ...t The low beam is active NOTICE The auxiliary headlights are approved for use as fog lights and may only be used in poor weather conditions Comply with the country specific road traffic regulations St...

Page 57: ...n Press button 1 to switch on hazard warning flashers Ignition can be switched off To switch off hazard warning flashers switch on the ignition and press button 1 again Turn indicators Operate turn in...

Page 58: ...ers have the following meaning information 0 Full view 1 Sport view 2 Touring view The selected Display view is shown in the area 2 Selecting view on onboard computer Switch on ignition 46 Press butto...

Page 59: ...re Control TPC RDC OE Tire inflation pressures option TPC RDC Date DATE Oil level indicator OIL LVL with Pro onboard computerOE Onboard electrical system volt age VOLTG with Pro onboard computerOE Sto...

Page 60: ...1 briefly until SETUP EN TER is shown in top line of display 2 Press and hold button 1 to start SETUP menu The following is indicated in the display depending on the equipment selected Press button 1...

Page 61: ...htness from normal 0 to bright 5 Clock Format Setting the format for the clock display Date Format Setting the format for the date display with Pro onboard computerOE BC Switch between BC Pro and BC B...

Page 62: ...fore the adjust ment is completed Set date Switch on ignition 46 In the SETUP menu select the DATE menu item Press and hold button 2 until day flashes in bottom line of display 3 NOTICE If is indicate...

Page 63: ...ly to change to BC Pro 2 Individualization menu In the individualization menu it is possible to adjust which information should be shown in which display line Press and hold button 1 to display first...

Page 64: ...NG T Engine temperature BOTTOM RANGE Range TOP CONS 1 Average consump tion 1 BOTTOM CONS 2 Average consump tion 2 BOTTOM CONS Current fuel con sumption TOP SPEED Average speed BOTTOM RDC Tire inflatio...

Page 65: ...d the turn indicators flash The type of alarm sound can be set by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer If an alarm was triggered while the motorcycle was unattended the rider is notified accordingly by...

Page 66: ...ctivated Activate DWA Switch on ignition 46 DWA Adjusting 63 Switch off ignition If the DWA is activated the DWA is automatically activated after the ignition is switched off Activation takes approxim...

Page 67: ...t Press and hold button 1 until the ABS indica tor and warning light reacts In this case ASC DTC setting does not change lights up Release button 1 within two seconds continues to light up ABS is swit...

Page 68: ...ility Control ASC Deactivating ASC DTC NOTICE You can find more detailed in formation regarding ASC and DTC in the Technology in de tail chapter Switch on ignition 46 Press and hold button 1 until the...

Page 69: ...stment ESA with Dynamic ESAOE Dynamic ESA range of adjustment Using the Dynamic ESA elec tronic suspension adjustment system you can easily adjust your motorcycle to the load being car ried Using a le...

Page 70: ...AD Comfortable damping DYNAMIC Sporty performance oriented damping To set the spring preload Start engine 86 Press and hold button 1 in each case until desired set ting is displayed NOTICE The spring...

Page 71: ...W Motorrad has developed 3 riding scenarios for your motor cycle from which you can select the one matching your situation Riding on wet roads Riding on dry roads with Pro riding modesOE Sporty riding...

Page 72: ...ode is activated after approx 2 seconds While the motorcycle is mov ing the new riding mode will only be activated if the accel erator twist grip is in the idling position and the brakes are not being...

Page 73: ...he following menu items in the top line of the display 2 ENGINE DTC Repeatedly press button 4 briefly until the desired value is shown in the bottom line 3 of the display Repeatedly press button 1 bri...

Page 74: ...by 1 2 mph 2 km h each time the button is pressed Press button 1 forward and hold The motorcycle accelerates steplessly If the button 1 is no longer pressed the speed achieved is maintained and saved...

Page 75: ...control system indicator light goes out Resume former cruising speed Briefly push button 1 back to return to the speed saved be forehand NOTICE Opening the throttle does not deactivate the cruise con...

Page 76: ...l 2 is shown The handlebar grips can be heated at two different levels First heating stage 50 heating capacity Second heating stage 100 heating capacity The second heating level is used for fast heat...

Page 77: ...assenger seat First slide passenger seat 1 into mounts in rear area Firmly press down passenger seat 1 at front Passenger seat clicks audibly into place Remove rider s seat Remove passenger seat 74 Dr...

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Page 79: ...Setting Mirrors 78 Windshield 78 Headlight 79 Clutch 80 Brakes 80 Spring preload 81 Damping 82 5 77 z Setting ProCarManuals com...

Page 80: ...tion Windshield Adjusting windshield Requirement The motorcycle is stopped WARNING Adjusting the windshield while driving Accident hazard Only adjust the windshield when the motorcycle is stationary F...

Page 81: ...2 lb ft 2 5 Nm Headlight Headlight range and spring preload The headlight range generally remains constant due to the ad justment of the spring preload to the loading state Spring preload adjustment m...

Page 82: ...d clutch lever Position 4 largest distance between handlebar grip and clutch lever Brakes Adjusting handbrake lever WARNING Adjusting the brake lever while driving Accident hazard Only adjust the brak...

Page 83: ...amping characteristic to changed spring preload WARNING Adjusting the spring preload while riding Accident hazard Adjust the spring preload only when the motorcycle is stationary To decrease spring lo...

Page 84: ...rt surface is firm and level Adjust damping from the left side of the vehicle Turn adjuster wheel 1 clock wise to increase damping Turn adjuster wheel 1 counter clockwise to decrease damp ing Basic se...

Page 85: ...ing Safety information 84 Checklist 86 Starting 86 Running in 89 Shifting gears 90 Brakes 91 Parking your motorcycle 93 Refueling 94 Securing motorcycle for trans port 98 6 83 z Riding ProCarManuals c...

Page 86: ...l Make sure that weight is uni formly distributed between right and left Pack heavy pieces of luggage and cargo as low and as close to the center of the motorcycle as possible Observe the maximum payl...

Page 87: ...t inhale exhaust fumes Do not run the engine in closed rooms Burn hazard CAUTION Intense heating up of engine and exhaust system while riding Burn hazard After parking the motorcycle make sure that no...

Page 88: ...le at regu lar intervals Before every journey Check operation of the brake system Check operation of the lighting and signal system Check clutch function 122 Checking tire tread depth 124 Checking tir...

Page 89: ...r battery to start More detailed information can be found in the Maintenance chapter under Jump starting Engine starts If the engine fails to start the troubleshooting table in the chapter Technical D...

Page 90: ...on system components monitored by the diagnostic system while motorcycle is parked flashes Phase 2 Check wheel sensors while starting off flashes ABS self diagnosis completed The ABS indicator and wa...

Page 91: ...routine was not completed The motor cycle must reach a specified minimum speed before the system can check operation of the wheel speed sensors 3 mph 5 km h If an ASC DTC error is displayed after the...

Page 92: ...ires have a smooth sur face This must be roughened by riding 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 achiev...

Page 93: ...fully released after the first gear change Brakes How do you achieve the shortest stopping distances The dynamic load distribution be tween the front and rear wheel changes during braking The heavier...

Page 94: ...working on the brakes due to oil or grease residues When riding on dirty roads WARNING Poorer braking action due to moisture and dirt Accident hazard Brake until brakes are dry or clean clean if neces...

Page 95: ...rea of stand Component damage cause by tipping over Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm ATTENTION Loading of the side stand with additional weight Component damage cause by...

Page 96: ...f 85 or with Flex Fuel Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 meaning E10 may be used for refuel ing Ethanol should satisfy the quality standards for the US ASTM 4806 xx and Canada CGSB 3 511 xx x...

Page 97: ...e resulting total fuel quantity must be greater than the fuel reserve so that the new filling level is detected and the fuel warning light is switched off NOTICE The usable fuel quantity spec ified in...

Page 98: ...fter contact with fuel Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on side stand Switch off ignition 47 NOTICE After the ignition is switched off the fuel filler cap can be opened within t...

Page 99: ...ng after running on fuel reserve the resulting total fuel quantity must be greater than the fuel reserve so that the new filling level is detected and the fuel warning light is switched off NOTICE The...

Page 100: ...e of a second person Push motorcycle onto transport surface and do not place on side stand or center stand ATTENTION Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch components e g brake lines or...

Page 101: ...ock Brake System ABS 100 Automatic Stability Control ASC 103 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 104 Electronic suspension adjustment ESA 106 Riding mode 107 Tire pressure control RDC 108 Pro shift assistant...

Page 102: ...siderably lower friction coefficient than a dry clean asphalt surface The poorer the friction coefficient of the road surface is the longer the braking distance will be If the maximum transferable bra...

Page 103: ...he ground In these cases the motorcycle can also flip end over end WARNING Lifting off of the rear wheel due to heavy braking Accident hazard When braking heavily bear in mind that the ABS control can...

Page 104: ...careless riding ABS is primarily a means of en suring a safety margin in genuine emergencies WARNING Braking in curves Risk of accident despite ABS The rider is always responsi ble for adapting his he...

Page 105: ...e engine torque when the slip limit is exceeded What are the design features of ASC ASC is an assistance system for the rider and is designed for riding on public roads The ex tent to which the rider...

Page 106: ...min 10 km h If the front wheel loses contact with the ground under extreme acceleration the ASC reduces the engine torque maintain ing the reduction until the front wheel makes contact with the groun...

Page 107: ...e 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 accel eration potential is als...

Page 108: ...completely unless the clutch is disengaged at the same time The engine braking torque can cause the rear wheel to slip resulting in an unstable driving state DTC is unable to intervene effectively un...

Page 109: ...in the ROAD mode direct In DYNAMIC mode dynamic RAIN mode The ASC DTC system intervenes early enough to prevent the rear wheel from spinning On roads with high to medium friction co efficients dry and...

Page 110: ...sent in all af fected systems Tire pressure control RDC with Tire Pressure Control TPC RDC OE Operation A sensor located in each tire monitors the air temperature and the inflation pressure inside the...

Page 111: ...re compensation takes place in the inflation pres sure testers at filling stations meaning that the measured tire inflation pressure varies accord ing to tire temperature As a re sult in most cases th...

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

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

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Page 115: ...tand 114 Rear wheel stand 116 Engine oil 116 Brake system 118 Clutch 122 Coolant 122 Tyres 123 Wheel rims and tyres 123 Wheels 124 Muffler 131 Light sources 133 Jump starting 140 Battery 141 Fuses 145...

Page 116: ...uthorized workshop preferably your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Tool kit Standard tool kit 1 Screwdriver handle Use with screwdriver bit Topping up engine oil 117 2 Open ended wrench Wrench size 8...

Page 117: ...se locating pins 3 to set front wheel stand to desired height Center front wheel stand rela tive to front wheel and push it against front axle Align two mounts 2 so that front suspension rests securel...

Page 118: ...the unlock but ton 3 Push the rear wheel stand from the right onto the rear axle Apply the retaining disk from the left to do so press the un lock button Position motorcycle upright while simultaneou...

Page 119: ...vel support surface Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain to the oil pan Read oil level in display 1 Specified level of engine oil between MIN and MAX mark If the oil level is below MIN mark Topping...

Page 120: ...3 Brake system Check brake operation Actuate the handbrake lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible Actuate the footbrake lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible If no clear pressure...

Page 121: ...r to ensure the operat ing reliability of the brake sys tem make sure that the brake pads are not worn beyond their minimum thickness Have brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil ity prefer...

Page 122: ...er Checking front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking performance caused by air in the brake system Check brake fluid level reg...

Page 123: ...fluid level WARNING Insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking performance caused by air in the brake system Check brake fluid level regularly with center stand...

Page 124: ...oint can be felt Have the clutch checked by an authorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Coolant Checking coolant level Fold out side stand and posi tion yourself on right han...

Page 125: ...n loss of tyre inflation pressure Use valve caps with rubber sealing ring and screw on firmly Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Check tire pressures against data below Ti...

Page 126: ...s as roadworthy BMW Motorrad cannot evaluate the suitability of other tires and can therefore take no responsibility for their driving safety BMW Motorrad recommends only using the tires tested and ap...

Page 127: ...it is important to take care not to damage the TPC RDC sensor Draw the at tention of the BMW Motorrad re tailer or tire fitter to the TPC RDC sensor Removing front wheel Place motorcycle on an auxil i...

Page 128: ...rake rotor 3 Carefully pull brake calipers back and outward to remove them from brake rotors Raise front of motorcy cle preferably using a BMW Motorrad front wheel stand continuing until the wheel rot...

Page 129: ...l inter ventions by ABS and ASC DTC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and ASC DTC chassis control systems at the begin ning of this chapter ATTENTION Tightening of scr...

Page 130: ...not actuate handbrake lever at the same time Mount front wheel stand 114 Install screw 1 with specified torque Brace quick release axle on the right side at the same time Quick release axle in telesco...

Page 131: ...and the other each time 14 lb ft 19 Nm Remove front wheel stand Slide the brake calipers on the left hand and right had side onto the brake rotors Install retaining clip 3 on left and securing screws...

Page 132: ...t into first gear Remove bolts 1 of rear wheel holding wheel as you do so Roll rear wheel out toward rear Installing rear wheel WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications...

Page 133: ...system Let rear muffler cool down Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on a suitable auxiliary stand BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear wheel stand Mounting rear wheel s...

Page 134: ...wed connections Always have the tightening torques checked by a spe cialized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Turn muffler 3 clockwise until it rests on passenger footpeg bracke...

Page 135: ...h levels of heat radiation can damage the headlight assembly NOTICE The operations for replacing the low beam headlight described here apply similarly to the high beam headlight Park motorcycle ensuri...

Page 136: ...for high beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W To protect the glass against soiling only grasp the light source by the base Install light source 1 Start by inserting the lug 2 then press the light source into t...

Page 137: ...parking light light source described here apply similarly to the right hand light source Push locking mechanism 2 downward using a screwdriver if necessary and pull socket 2 from the headlight housin...

Page 138: ...tion and fasten by turning it clockwise Replacing front and rear turn indicator light sources Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Switch off ignition Remove the screw 1 Rem...

Page 139: ...ng by turning it counterclockwise Replace defective light source Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front RY10W 12 V 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear RY10W 12 V 10 W Install light source 1...

Page 140: ...nd take off cover for license plate carrier 3 Pull license plate light 4 out of light housing Remove light source 5 from the socket Replace defective light source Light source for license plate light...

Page 141: ...e LED tail light can only be completely replaced For details please contact a specialist service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Dealer Replace additional LED headlight with additional...

Page 142: ...ry cover 143 Do not disconnect the battery from the onboard electrical sys tem when jump starting the engine Remove the protective cap 1 Begin by connecting one end of the red jumper cable to the auxi...

Page 143: ...e battery upside down ATTENTION Discharging of the connected battery by the vehicle elec tronics e g clock Total discharge of battery leading to a rejection of warranty claims During riding breaks of...

Page 144: ...e battery is fully charged The onboard socket is switched off when this happens Comply with operating instruc tions of charger NOTICE If you are unable to charge the battery via the onboard socket you...

Page 145: ...if necessary Remove negative battery ca ble 1 and rubber strap 2 Pull mounting plate on posi tion 1 outward and remove it upward Lift battery slightly out of holder sufficiently for positive terminal...

Page 146: ...ate into supports 1 Next press it un der the battery at position 2 Fasten negative battery ca ble 1 Fasten battery with rubber strap 2 Insert the battery cover into mount 1 and press it into mount 2 F...

Page 147: ...ive fuse NOTICE If the fuses blow frequently have the electrical system checked by an authorized specialized work shop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Install connector 1 Installing dri...

Page 148: ...nector disconnected by a spe cialist workshop or other autho rized persons during your next BMW Service appointment Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff Refer to the vehicle manufac...

Page 149: ...ctor Disconnect the diagnosis and information system interface Insert data link connector 2 into bracket 4 Locks 3 engage on both sides Mount bracket 4 onto fixture 1 Make sure that hook 5 en gages In...

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Page 151: ...Accessories General instructions 150 Onboard power sockets 150 Case 151 Topcase 153 Navigation system 156 9 149 z Accessories ProCarManuals com...

Page 152: ...oducts of any kind Whenever you are planning mod ifications comply with all the le gal requirements The vehicle must not violate the regulations governing vehicle approval for highway use applicable i...

Page 153: ...adability specified in the technical data is exceeded the onboard sockets are switched off Case Open case with Touring caseOA Turn key 1 to position OPEN Pull gray release lever 2 OPEN upward and simu...

Page 154: ...Touring caseOA Turn key 1 to position RE LEASE Insert case in case carrier 1 then swing as far as possible onto mount 2 Pull black release lever 3 RE LEASE upward while simulta neously pushing the ca...

Page 155: ...ax 112 mph max 180 km h Payload per case max 22 lbs max 10 kg Secure hold with Touring caseOA If a case wobbles or is difficult to fit it must be adapted to the gap between the upper and lower mount W...

Page 156: ...Close topcase lid and hold it down Ensure that no items are trapped between cover and case NOTICE The topcase can also be locked if the lock is in the LOCK posi tion Under such circumstances ensure th...

Page 157: ...A WARNING Topcase not properly se cured Driving safety is impaired Topcase must not shake and must be fastened clearance free Fold up handle as far as possi ble Hook topcase into luggage rack Make sur...

Page 158: ...tion system Fasten navigation system securely with preparation for navigation systemOE with navigation systemOA NOTICE The navigation preparation is suitable for the BMW Motorrad Navigator IV and the...

Page 159: ...emOE with navigation systemOA ATTENTION Dust and dirt on the contacts of the Mount Cradle Damage to the contacts Reinstall the cover after end of each drive Turn ignition key 1 counter clockwise Pull...

Page 160: ...the Multi Controller The Multi Controller is operated using six motions Turning up and down Short actuation to the left and right Long actuation to the left and right Turning the Multi Controller in c...

Page 161: ...in the display shows a crossed out lip icon Nav igation announcements can still be output via Speak All other sound outputs remain switched on Switching off display Switch off display Call home Calls...

Page 162: ...than one message Additional information is display when a message is selected NOTICE Detailed information cannot be displayed for all warnings Special functions with navigation systemOA Due to integra...

Page 163: ...es the vehicle identification number A maximum of five VINs can be saved in this way When the Navigator is subse quently switched on by switching on the ignition on one of those motorcycles entry of t...

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Page 165: ...re products 164 Washing your motorcycle 164 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 165 Paint care 166 Protective wax coating 166 Store motorcycle 166 Return motorcycle to use 166 10 163 z Care ProCarManu...

Page 166: ...To prevent stains do not wash the motorcycle immediately after it has been exposed to bright sunlight and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the motorcycle is washed frequently especially durin...

Page 167: ...he affected areas with a wet cloth Clean with water and sponge only Do not use chemical cleansers Chrome Especially in the case of road salt carefully clean chrome parts with plenty of water and BMW a...

Page 168: ...h or cotton ball BMW Motorrad recom mends using BMW tar remover for removing tar spots Then add a protective wax coating to the paint at these locations Protective wax coating Paint must be protected...

Page 169: ...l 171 Engine oil 172 Engine 172 Clutch 173 Transmission 174 Rear wheel drive 175 Frame 175 Suspension 176 Brakes 177 Wheels and tyres 177 Electrical system 179 Alarm system 180 Dimensions 181 Weights...

Page 170: ...ansmission in neutral or disengage clutch No fuel in tank Refueling procedure 94 Battery drained Charge connected battery 141 Overheating protection for starter motor has ac tivated Starter motor can...

Page 171: ...ork M20 x 1 5 37 lb ft 50 Nm Clamping screw for quick re lease axle in telescopic fork M8 x 50 Tighten the screws 6 times alternating between one and the other each time 14 lb ft 19 Nm Rear wheel Valu...

Page 172: ...e Valid Handlebar bridge on fork bridge M8 x 35 14 lb ft 19 Nm M8 x 30 14 lb ft 19 Nm with prepa ration for navigation systemOE or with prepa ration for navigation systemOA 11 170 z Technical data Pro...

Page 173: ...power and fuel consumption If the engine should for example be operated with 91 RON in countries with lower fuel quality the motorcycle must be respectively programmed first by your authorized BMW Mot...

Page 174: ...Ultimate Oil Engine oil quantity for topping up max 1 quarts max 0 95 l Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends Engine Engine number location Lower right of engine block beneath the starter Engi...

Page 175: ...n 1 Torque 92 lb ft 125 Nm at engine speed 6500 min 1 with power reductionOE 90 lb ft 122 Nm at engine speed 5250 min 1 Maximum engine speed max 9000 min 1 Idle speed 1150 min 1 Engine at operating te...

Page 176: ...60 teeth Primary gear ratio 1 650 33 20 teeth Transmission input ratio 2 438 39 16 teeth 1st gear 1 714 36 21 teeth 2nd gear 1 296 35 27 teeth 3rd gear 1 059 36 34 teeth 4th gear 0 943 33 35 teeth 5t...

Page 177: ...paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2 818 31 11 teeth Frame Frame design Steel tube frame with partially self supporting drive unit steel tube rear frame Location of type plate Frame at front left on...

Page 178: ...st aluminum single swing arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring adjustable rebound stage damping and spring preload with Dynamic ESAOE Central sp...

Page 179: ...ly operated disk brake with 2 piston floating caliper and fixed brake disk Rear brake pad material Sintered metal Wheels and tyres Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approva...

Page 180: ...ax 0 2 oz max 5 g Rear wheel Rear wheel design Aluminum cast wheel Rear wheel rim size 5 5 x 17 Rear tire designation 180 55 ZR 17 Load index for rear tire At least 67 Permissible rear wheel imbalance...

Page 181: ...5 A Slot 2 left multifunction switch Tire Pres sure Control TPC RDC yaw rate sensor Fuse carrier 50 A Fuse 1 Voltage regulator Battery Battery design AGM Absorptive Glass Mat battery Battery voltage 1...

Page 182: ...parking light W5W 12 V 5 W Bulb for taillight brake light LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front RY10W 12 V 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear RY10W 12 V 10 W Alarm system Activation t...

Page 183: ...t height 32 3 in 820 mm without driver at DIN unladen weight with low rider s seatOE 29 9 in 760 mm without driver at DIN unladen weight with Sport seatOE 33 1 in 840 mm without driver at DIN unladen...

Page 184: ...gross weight 992 lbs 450 kg Maximum payload 472 lbs 214 kg Permissible front wheel load max 397 lbs max 180 kg Permissible rear wheel load max 661 lbs max 300 kg Performance data Start off capacity on...

Page 185: ...defects 184 BMW Motorrad Service 185 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 185 Maintenance procedures 185 Maintenance schedule 189 Confirmation of maintenance work 190 Confirmation of service 204 12 183 z S...

Page 186: ...the manufac turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign However the NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or BMW of North America LLC...

Page 187: ...recommended service intervals Have all maintenance and repair work confirmed in the Service chapter in this manual Doc umentation confirming regular maintenance is essential for gen erous treatment of...

Page 188: ...in for service before the entered date In this case a corresponding maximum odome ter reading will also be entered in the confirmation of service If this odometer reading is reached be fore the next...

Page 189: ...12 187 z Service ProCarManuals com...

Page 190: ...12 188 z Service ProCarManuals com...

Page 191: ...ck valve clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Replacing air cleaner insert 8 Telescopic fork oil change 9 Change brake fluid in en tire system a annually or every 6000 miles whichever comes first b a...

Page 192: ...rake disks for wear Checking brake fluid level of front brake Checking rear brake pads and brake disk for wear Checking brake fluid level for rear brake Checking steering head bearing Checking coolant...

Page 193: ...ivery Check Conducted on Stamp Signature BMW Running in Check Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature 12 191 z Service ProCarM...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Page 202: ...Signature Work carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner elem...

Page 203: ...Signature Work carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner elem...

Page 204: ...Signature Work carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner elem...

Page 205: ...Signature Work carried out Yes No BMW Service standard scope Engine oil change with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Replacing all spark plugs Replacing air cleaner elem...

Page 206: ...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 12 204 z Serv...

Page 207: ...Work carried out Odometer reading Date 12 205 z Service ProCarManuals com...

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Page 209: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi lizer 208 Certificate for Keyless Ride 210 Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con trol 212 13 207 z Appendix ProCarManuals com...

Page 210: ...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 211: ...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 212: ...ncluding interference that may cause undesired operation USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful...

Page 213: ...V1 4 1 08 2002 Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters ERM Electromagnetic compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 3 Specific conditions for short range devic...

Page 214: ...adio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio...

Page 215: ...g for battery charging voltage 36 Warning for battery voltage low 35 Brake fluid Check fluid level at rear 121 Check front fluid level 120 Front reservoir 13 Rear reservoir 13 Brake lever Adjusting br...

Page 216: ...witch 17 Operating 52 Engine Engine electronics warning light 31 Starting 86 Technical Data 172 Warning for the engine management system 31 Engine oil Check fill level 116 Filling location 13 Fluid le...

Page 217: ...ster Ambient light photosensor 18 Overview 18 J Jump start 140 K Keyless Ride Battery of radio operated key drained 51 EWS Electronic immobilizer 50 If radio key is lost 50 Locking handlebars 48 Switc...

Page 218: ...cycle 13 Onboard tool kit Contents 114 Position on vehicle 14 Outside temperature Display 41 Outside temperature warning 29 Overview of warning indicators 25 Overviews Indicator and warning lights 20...

Page 219: ...ing 46 Suspension Technical Data 176 Switching off 93 T Tachometer 18 Technical data Alarm system 180 Battery 179 Brakes 177 Clutch 173 Dimensions 181 Electrical system 179 Engine 172 Engine oil 172 F...

Page 220: ...management 31 Engine management system 31 Engine oil level 31 Engine temperature 30 Fuel reserve 39 Immobilizer 29 Light source defect 35 Outside temperature warning 29 Overview 20 Service 37 The gear...

Page 221: ...14 219 z Index ProCarManuals com...

Page 222: ...mensions weights fuel con sumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tol erances The right to modify designs equipment and accessories is reserved Errors and omissions excepted 2016 Bay...

Page 223: ...ycle must be respectively programmed first by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer 87 AKI 91 ROZ RON 87 AKI Fuel level Approx 4 8 gal Approx 18 l Fuel reserve Approx 1 1 gal Approx 4 l Tire inflation...

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