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Rear wheel

Rear wheel design

Aluminum cast wheel

Rear-wheel rim size

5.5" x 17"

Rear tire designation

180/55 - 17

Load index for rear tire

At least 70

Permissible rear-wheel imbalance

max 1.6 oz (max 45 g)

Rear wheel load at unladen weight

298 lbs (135 kg)

Permissible rear wheel load

max 701 lbs (max 318 kg)

Tire inflation pressures

Tire pressure, front

36.3 psi (2.5 bar), with tire cold

Tire pressure, rear

42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with tire cold

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Summary of Contents for R 1200RT 2015

Page 1: ...Owner s Handbook US Model R1200RT BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine ProCarManuals com...

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

Page 3: ...portant information on how to operate the controls and how to get the most benefit from your BMW s advanced technical fea tures In addition it contains informa tion on maintenance and care to help you...

Page 4: ...lation pressures 41 4 Operation 43 Ignition 45 Ignition with Key less Ride 47 Multifunction display 53 Onboard computer 57 Tripmeter 59 Emergency on off switch kill switch 60 Headlight 60 Lights 61 Tu...

Page 5: ...ons 150 Onboard power sockets 150 Navigation system 151 Case 154 Topcase 156 9 Care 161 Care products 162 Washing your motorcy cle 162 Cleaning sensitive motorcy cle parts 163 Paint care 164 Store mot...

Page 6: ...ce 190 Confirmation of mainte nance work 191 Confirmation of service 196 12 Appendix 199 Certificate for Electronic Immobilizer 200 Certificate for Remote Key 202 Certificate for Key less Ride 206 Cer...

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

Page 9: ...actly as illustrated in this manual on account of country specific differences If your motorcycle comes with equipment not described here you can find the descriptions in a separate manual Technical d...

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

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

Page 12: ...2 10 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 13: ...d reservoir 126 2 Fuel filler opening 100 3 Seat lock 85 4 with seat heatingOE Passenger seat heater 74 5 2nd power socket 6 Left hand stow compart ment 77 7 Payload table Tire inflation pressure tabl...

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

Page 15: ...front 122 4 with audio systemOE Right storage compartment 77 5 Vehicle Identification Num ber at fork bearing Data plate at fork bearing 6 Coolant level indicator be hind side panel 124 7 Oil fill lo...

Page 16: ...Underneath seat 1 Adjuster for the rider s seat height 86 2 Standard tool kit 118 3 Tool for adjusting spring load 67 4 Fuses 147 2 14 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 17: ...ht and headlight flasher 61 2 with cruise controlOE Cruise control 65 3 Hazard warning flashers 63 4 Windshield adjustment 76 5 with additional LED headlightOA Auxiliary headlight 62 6 Turn indicator...

Page 18: ...ulti Controller and MENU button Multifunction display 53 ASC 63 with Dynamic ESAOE D ESA 69 with audio systemOE Audio system see audio system manual 9 Menu Favorite 56 2 16 z Overviews ProCarManuals c...

Page 19: ...Multifunction switch right 1 with central locking sys temOE Central locking 77 2 Riding mode 64 3 Emergency on off switch kill switch 60 4 Starting the engine 92 2 17 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

Page 20: ...on system 151 4 Ambient light sensor for brightness adjustment of instrument lighting 5 Tachometer 6 with navigation systemOA with preparation for navi gation systemOE Release for navigation slot 151...

Page 21: ...display and the instrument needle and gauge lighting is adapted automatically to suit ambient brightness 2 19 z Overviews ProCarManuals com...

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Page 23: ...cator lights 22 Multifunction display 23 Meaning of symbols 24 Warning lights 25 Ambient temperature 39 Cruising range 39 Oil level indicator 40 Service display 40 Tire inflation pressures 41 3 21 z D...

Page 24: ...ght 7 Electronic engine manage ment 8 DWA 83 with Keyless RideOE Indicator light for radio operated key 47 9 with additional LED headlightOA Auxiliary headlight 62 10 with cruise controlOE Cruise cont...

Page 25: ...handlebar grips 73 with Dynamic ESAOE D ESA settings 5 Onboard computer 57 with Tire Pressure Con trol TPC OE Tire inflation pressure 6 Clock 57 7 Odometer 8 Riding mode 64 9 with Hill Start ControlO...

Page 26: ...d since last reset 58 Ambient temperature 39 with Tire Pressure Control TPC OE Tire inflation pressures 41 Stopwatch 58 Travel times 58 Date display mode de pends on the time format selected 57 Oil le...

Page 27: ...amp 1 in conjunction with a warning symbol such as 2 shown on the multifunction display The universal warning lamp lights up in either yellow or red depending on the urgency of the warning Up to four...

Page 28: ...he display EWS active 30 lights up yellow appears on the display Radio operated key outside reception range 30 lights up yellow Replace battery of radio operated key 31 lights up red Temperature read...

Page 29: ...p yellow appears on the display Light failure 33 appears on the display DWA battery charge level low 33 lights up yellow appears on the display DWA battery drained 33 appears on the display Onboard sy...

Page 30: ...ABS error 35 flashes rapidly ASC intervention 35 flashes slowly ASC self diagnosis not completed 36 lights up ASC switched off 36 lights up ASC error 36 lights up yellow appears on the display ESA err...

Page 31: ...ed Sensor defective or system error 38 lights up yellow appears on the display Battery of tire inflation pressure sensor weak 38 appears on the display Central locking locked 38 briefly shows yellow a...

Page 32: ...s is disrupted Remove other motorcycle keys from the ignition key ring Have the defective key re placed preferably by an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Radio operated key outside reception range wi...

Page 33: ...overheated en gine Engine damage Be sure to observe the mea sures listed below Possible cause The coolant temperature is too high If possible continue driving in the part load range to cool down the...

Page 34: ...passing maneuvers If possible have the motorcycle picked up and the malfunction source eliminated by a special ized service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer If you continue to...

Page 35: ...a short time immediately fol lowing the Pre Ride Check Possible cause The DWA battery no longer has its full charging capacity The op eration of the DWA with the ve hicle battery disconnected is only...

Page 36: ...ridden the onboard electronics switch off the electricity supply to the onboard sockets and the auxiliary headlights In extreme cases the seat heating and the grip heating might also be shut down Pos...

Page 37: ...een completed ABS error lights up Possible cause The ABS control unit has de tected an error The ABS func tion is not available It is possible to continue riding the motorcycle if you make allowance f...

Page 38: ...le cause The ASC control unit has de tected an error The ASC func tion is not available It remains possible to continue riding It must be noted that the ASC function is not avail able You should also...

Page 39: ...are unsure about the tire s suitability for continued riding Do not continue riding Contact roadside service Transmission error with Tire Pressure Control TPC OE or is indi cated Possible cause The mo...

Page 40: ...ssible cause A system fault has occurred Have fault eliminated at a spe cialist service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Battery of tire inflation pressure sensor weak with Tire...

Page 41: ...Engine heat can lead to spurious readings of ambi ent temperature when the mo torcycle is stationary When the effects of engine heat on the monitored temperature become excessive the display responds...

Page 42: ...he en gine oil level The conditions for the oil level indicator are as follows Engine at operating tempera ture Engine idling for at least ten seconds Side stand retracted Motorcycle is vertical The r...

Page 43: ...s date must be reset in the in strument cluster This situa tion can occur if the battery was disconnected Tire inflation pressures with Tire Pressure Control TPC OE The tire pressures are shown adjust...

Page 44: ...mum speed has been exceeded If the pressure in a tire drops to a critical level the corresponding status indicator shows red The tire warning symbol also appears on the display The general warning lam...

Page 45: ...indicators 62 Hazard warning flashers 63 ASC 63 Riding mode 64 Cruise control 65 Spring preload 67 Damping 68 Electronic suspension adjust ment 69 Clutch 70 Brakes 71 Hill Start Control 71 Tyres 72 He...

Page 46: ...Passenger seat 87 4 44 z Operation ProCarManuals com...

Page 47: ...dlebars ATTENTION Incorrect steering angle when the motorcycle is parked on the side stands Component damage cause by tipping over On level ground always turn the handlebars to the left to set the ste...

Page 48: ...f time Battery can be recharged via onboard socket Key can now be removed with additional LED headlightOA The supplementary LED head lights switch off shortly after the ignition is switched off EWS El...

Page 49: ...o operated key or the emergency key is detected it goes out If the radio operated key or the emergency key is not detected it lights up briefly You are provided with one radio operated key and one eme...

Page 50: ...e left or right Press and hold button 1 Steering lock audibly locks Ignition lights and all electrical circuits switched off To unlock the steering lock briefly press the button 1 Switching on ignitio...

Page 51: ...is switched off Steering lock is locked EWS Electronic immobilizer The motorcycle s electronic cir cuitry monitors the data stored in the radio operated key through a ring antenna incorporated in the...

Page 52: ...lost emergency key available The emergency key is available Park the motorcycle ensuring that the support surface is firm and level Should you lose your keys re fer to the information regard ing the...

Page 53: ...isconnect plug connec tion 1 Fold out key bit Hold radio operated key by key bit 1 Hold radio operated key be hind instrument cluster 1 ar row at level of warning and indicator lights Period in which...

Page 54: ...d held The battery of the radio oper ated key no longer has its full charging capacity Replace battery The battery symbol is dis played Press button 1 Key bit folds open Press battery cover 2 upward R...

Page 55: ...menus starting with the Dynamic ESA menu Each successive press of but ton 2 opens the next menu the total number of menus depends on the equipment options fitted on the motorcycle You can also use but...

Page 56: ...irection you can access additional menu items If the arrow 2 is shown on the cursor then you can call up a submenu by pressing the Multi Controller to the right different meaning for average values an...

Page 57: ...want to change the se lection move the cursor to an other item in the list and press the Multi Controller to the right to either activate or deactivate the parameter you selected Setting numerical va...

Page 58: ...lue to be set Exiting menu Arrow 1 appears when you are in a submenu Pressing the Multi Controller 1 to the left returns you to the next higher menu pressing the MENU button 2 returns you to the main...

Page 59: ...in month day year format mm dd yy Time format GPS time Accept GPS time and GPS date from the built in navigation system On Off Brightness Brightness of the display and the instru ments Start logo Sho...

Page 60: ...t the average value you want to reset Push the Multi Controller to the right and hold it in this po sition until the average value is reset Operating stopwatch Call up the Info menu and select Stopwat...

Page 61: ...standstill since the last reset Tripmeter Selecting tripmeter Switch on ignition Open the Trip menu with Multi Controller 1 then select the desired tripmeter 2 The following counters can be displayed...

Page 62: ...rally remains constant due to the ad justment of the spring preload to the loading state Spring preload adjustment may only be insufficient when the mo torcycle is very heavily loaded In this case the...

Page 63: ...d on longer than absolutely necessary Lowbeam headlamp The headlights automatically come on in their low beam mode as soon as you start the engine High beam headlight and headlight flasher Press switc...

Page 64: ...ghts The telltale light shows If this warning symbol ap pears it tells you that the onboard system voltage is low If applicable the additional head lights might have been temporar ily switched off Pre...

Page 65: ...ng flashers Ignition can be switched off To switch off the hazard warn ing flashers switch on the igni tion as required then press the button 1 once again ASC Switching ASC function off and on Switch...

Page 66: ...ch of those scenarios the optimum balance between en gine torque throttle response ABS control and ASC control for the situation concerned is pro vided with Dynamic ESAOE The suspension settings also...

Page 67: ...ing mode is activated the symbols for coolant temperature and fuel level are displayed again The riding mode selected and its associated engine charac teristic ABS ASC and Dy namic ESA settings are re...

Page 68: ...d Speed is decreased each time button is pressed 1 mph 2 km h Press button 1 back and hold The motorcycle decelerates steplessly If the button 1 is no longer pressed the speed achieved is maintained a...

Page 69: ...is locked Spring preload Setting It is essential to set the spring preload to suit the load carried by the motorcycle Increase spring preload when the vehicle is heav ily loaded and reduce spring prel...

Page 70: ...ring preload rear without Dynamic ESAOE Turn adjuster wheel counter clockwise as far as possible One up without load Turn adjuster wheel as far as possible counterclock wise then 10 turns clockwise On...

Page 71: ...r as possible clockwise then 2 clicks counterclockwise Two up with load Electronic suspension adjustment with Dynamic ESAOE Adjustment options Using the Dynamic ESA elec tronic suspension adjustment s...

Page 72: ...tting cannot be ad justed while the motorcycle is underway The possible settings for vehicle load appear on the display One up One up with luggage Two up with luggage Select the vehicle load variant y...

Page 73: ...Accident hazard Only adjust the brake lever when the motorcycle is stationary Turn adjusting wheel 1 into desired position NOTICE The adjustment wheel can be turned more easily if you press the handbr...

Page 74: ...splay Hill Start Control is now acti vated To switch off Hill Start Control pull brake lever 1 again NOTICE Hill Start Control is automatically deactivated after pulling away The general warning light...

Page 75: ...w Correct tyre pressure Heating Operating heated grips Start engine NOTICE The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is running Open the Handle heat menu The grips have five stage...

Page 76: ...the heating stage you want Symbol 1 appears on the display indicating that the seat heating is ON If this warning symbol ap pears it tells you that the onboard system voltage is low If applicable the...

Page 77: ...indicating that the rear seat heat ing is ON If this warning symbol ap pears it tells you that the onboard system voltage is low If applicable the seat heating might have been temporarily switched off...

Page 78: ...moves to the bottom limit posi tion If the windscreen encounters resistance before it reaches its limit position the pressure sensitive finger guard system goes active The windscreen is stopped and ra...

Page 79: ...heat sensitive objects in the stowage compartments Using right hand stow compartment with audio systemOE Use the ignition key to open or close lock 1 of the stowage compartment Push unlocked lock bar...

Page 80: ...locked manually The locked symbol appears on the display with anti theft alarm system DWA OE The functionality and operation of the remote control of the alarm system are described in the correspondin...

Page 81: ...e lock barrel The release lever pops open Logon of remote controls with central locking systemOE with anti theft alarm system DWA OE without Keyless RideOE If a remote control has been mis laid and a...

Page 82: ...th central locking systemOE with anti theft alarm system DWA OE without Keyless RideOE If the central locking system stops responding to the sig nals from a remote control unit then the unit will need...

Page 83: ...Do not dispose of the battery in the household waste ATTENTION Unsuitable of improperly in serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer s specifica tions When insert...

Page 84: ...larm system Switch off ignition Press button 1 on the remote key or radio operated key twice NOTICE See also the other functions of the remote control for the central locking system Activation takes 3...

Page 85: ...ut ton 2 on the remote key or radio operated key If an alarm was triggered while the motorcycle was unattended the rider is notified accordingly by an alarm tone sounding once when the ignition is swi...

Page 86: ...ey Press button 2 on the remote key or radio operated key once NOTICE See also the other functions of the remote control for the central locking system NOTICE If the alarm function is deactivated by m...

Page 87: ...when the alarm is switched on or off Operat tone Off Turn indicators flash as only confirmation when anti theft alarm is switched on or off Make the desired adjustment using the Multi Controller Ride...

Page 88: ...ers 1 on the left and right Lower the rear of the rider s seat and engage the seat in the latching mechanism Adjusting front seat height Removing rider s seat 85 Pull latch 1 to the front and remove a...

Page 89: ...atch 1 Installing driver s seat 86 Passenger seat Remove passenger seat Switch off ignition Removing rider s seat 85 Remove screws 1 Pull the rear seat slightly for ward and lift the seat slightly wit...

Page 90: ...Install the passenger seat with seat heatingOE Connect plug 1 of the seat heating Position pillion seat on the mounts 1 Install screws 1 4 88 z Operation ProCarManuals com...

Page 91: ...afety information 90 Observe checklist 92 Starting 92 Running in 95 Shifting gears 96 Brakes 97 Parking your motorcycle 98 Refueling 99 Fastening motorcycle for trans port 103 5 89 z Riding ProCarManu...

Page 92: ...ight 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 payload and maximum spe...

Page 93: ...not run the engine in closed rooms Burn hazard CAUTION Engine and exhaust system become very hot when the motorcycle is in use Burn hazard After parking the motorcycle make sure that no persons or obj...

Page 94: ...t to check your motorcycle at regu lar intervals Before every journey Function of the brake system Function of the lighting and signal system Check clutch function 126 Checking tire tread depth 126 Fi...

Page 95: ...pted if battery voltage is too low Recharge the battery before you attempt to start the engine again or use jumper ca bles and a donor battery to start More detailed information can be found in the Ma...

Page 96: ...nostic sys tem while vehicle is parked flashes Phase 2 Checking wheel sensors while starting off flashes ABS self diagnosis completed ABS warning lamp goes out ABS self diagnosis rou tine not complete...

Page 97: ...system can check operation of the wheel sensors min 3 mph min 5 km h If an ASC error is indicated fol lowing completion of the ASC self diagnosis routine It remains possible to continue riding It mus...

Page 98: ...aximum grip WARNING Loss of adhesion of new tires on wet roads and at extreme angles Accident hazard Always think well ahead and avoid extreme angles Shifting gears with Pro shift assistantOE Gearshif...

Page 99: ...he first gear change Brakes How do you achieve the shortest stopping distances The dynamic load distribution be tween the front and rear wheel changes during braking The heavier you brake the greater...

Page 100: ...ain and through puddles After washing the vehicle When driving on roads spread with salt After working on the brakes due to oil or grease residues When driving on soiled roads or offroad WARNING Moist...

Page 101: ...uphill and engage 1st gear Refueling Fuel specifications For optimal fuel economy the gasoline should be sulfur free or very low in sulfur content ATTENTION Leaded fuel Damage to the catalytic con ver...

Page 102: ...orcycle on the center stand ensuring that it is resting on a firm and level support sur face Open protective cap 2 Unlock fuel tank cap 1 with ig nition key by turning clockwise then swivel it up Do n...

Page 103: ...tank Accident hazard Do not overfill the fuel tank ATTENTION Fuel attacks plastic surfaces Surfaces become unattractive or cloudy Immediately clean plastic parts after contact with fuel Place motorcy...

Page 104: ...er than lower edge of filler neck NOTICE When refueling after running on reserve make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re serve as otherwise the sensor will not be able to register the n...

Page 105: ...ycle tips to the side when raising Component damage cause by tipping over Secure the motorcycle against tipping to the side preferably with the assistance of a second person Push motorcycle onto trans...

Page 106: ...Fasten rear straps on both sides to the passenger foot pegs and then tighten them Tighten all straps evenly so that the motorcycle is fixed se curely 5 104 z Riding ProCarManuals com...

Page 107: ...echnology in detail Riding mode 106 Gear Shift Assistant Pro 107 Hill Start Control 108 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS 108 BMW Motorrad ASC 111 TPC 113 ESA 114 6 105 z Technology in detail ProCarManuals co...

Page 108: ...ned in the ROAD mode direct with Pro riding modesOE in DYNAMIC mode dynamic RAIN mode The ASC system intervenes early enough to prevent the rear wheel from slipping The vehi cle remains extremely stab...

Page 109: ...riginally developed for racing but now specially adapted for touring use It allows you upshift and downshift under almost any load conditions and in virtually all engine speed ranges without op eratin...

Page 110: ...evented Maximum engine speed max 9000 min 1 Upshifts The Gear Shift Assistant does not provide added support when the engine speed would fall below idle in the new gear Idle speed 1150 min 1 Engine at...

Page 111: ...e rider increases the brake pres sure the wheels begin to lock and driving stability is lost and a fall can result Before this sit uation occurs ABS is activated and the brake pressure is ad justed to...

Page 112: ...not always be relied on to pre vent the rear wheel from lifting off the ground What are the design characteristics of the Integral ABS The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS ensures driving stability on any su...

Page 113: ...onal safety function with careless riding or unnecessary risks BMW Motorrad ASC How does ASC work BMW Motorrad ASC compares the wheel speeds of the front and rear wheels From the speed difference the...

Page 114: ...he rear wheel per forming Wheelies for an ex tended period with the ASC deactivated Spinning the rear wheel with the front brake applied and the motorcycle stationary Burn Out Warm up on the center or...

Page 115: ...continue to transmit the measured readings for some af ter the vehicle comes to a stop Duration of measured data transmission after motorcycle is stationary min 15 min If an TPC control unit is fitted...

Page 116: ...According to the Rider s Man ual the tire pressure should be as follows 36 3 psi 2 5 bar The multifunction display shows the following figure 33 4 psi 2 3 bar The shortfall is thus 2 9 psi 0 2 bar Th...

Page 117: ...with Pro riding modesOE The suspension setting depends on the riding mode selected Damping set by the riding mode can be changed by the rider 6 115 z Technology in detail ProCarManuals com...

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Page 119: ...8 Tool kit 118 Engine oil 119 Brake system 120 Coolant 124 Clutch 126 Wheel rims and tyres 126 Wheels 127 Muffler 133 Front wheel stand 134 Light sources 135 Jump starting 142 Battery 143 Fuses 147 7...

Page 120: ...ed to carry out some of the work If you are in doubt consult an authorized workshop preferably your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Tool kit Standard tool kit 1 Screwdriver handle 2 Reversible screwd...

Page 121: ...ce motorcycle on center stand Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain to the oil pan Read the oil level in the display 1 Specified level of engine oil between MIN and MAX mark ing If the oil level is...

Page 122: ...handbrake lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible Actuate the footbrake lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible If no clear pressure points are perceptible ATTENTION Improper working...

Page 123: ...perat ing reliability of the brake sys tem make sure that the brake pads are not worn beyond their minimum thickness Have the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil ity preferably an autho...

Page 124: ...authorized service facil ity preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Check front brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking per...

Page 125: ...authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Checking rear brake fluid level WARNING Insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking performance caused by air in the brake sys...

Page 126: ...bly an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Coolant Check coolant level Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Allow the engine to cool down Read off coolant level on ex pansion tank 1 Co...

Page 127: ...paying at tention to lugs arrows when doing so Open cap 1 of coolant expan sion tank and add coolant up to specified level Check coolant level 124 Close cap of coolant expansion tank Locate side fair...

Page 128: ...W Motorrad retailer Checking tire tread depth WARNING Riding with heavily worn tyres Risk of accident due to poorer rideability If necessary replace the tyres before the legally specified minimum trea...

Page 129: ...sion to wheels not installed as standard equipment can seri ously affect the control efficiency of these systems The sensor rings required for wheel speed detection must also match the installed contr...

Page 130: ...ake caliper removed The brake caliper cannot be mounted over the brake disc Do not actuate the brake lever with the brake caliper removed Remove securing screws 4 of left and right brake calipers Push...

Page 131: ...n and roll it forward out of the front suspension Remove spacer bushing 1 from the wheel hub Install front wheel WARNING Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci fications Malfunctions d...

Page 132: ...irection Accident hazard Observe running direction ar rows on tire or rim Roll front wheel into front suspension Lift front wheel and install quick release axle 1 Remove front wheel stand and firmly c...

Page 133: ...caliper on tele scopic forks 28 lb ft 38 Nm Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim WARNING Brake pads do not contact the brake disk Delayed braking action Before driving off check that the braking effec...

Page 134: ...ASC chassis control systems at the beginning of this chapter ATTENTION Tightening of screwed con nections with incorrect tight ening torque Damage or loosening of screwed connections Always have the...

Page 135: ...rew 2 and mounting plate 3 Turn muffler 4 outward clock wise Mounting muffler ATTENTION Tightening of screwed con nections with incorrect tight ening torque Damage or loosening of screwed connections...

Page 136: ...nt wheel stand without an additional center or auxiliary stand Component damage caused by tipping over Place the motorcycle on the center stand or an auxiliary stand before lifting it with the BMW Mot...

Page 137: ...the main stand if the motorcycle is raised too high Component damage caused by tipping over When raising the motorcy cle make sure that the center stand remains on the ground Apply uniform pressure t...

Page 138: ...bulb 2 Replace defective light source Bulbs for low beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W To protect the glass against soiling only grasp the light source by the base Insert bulb 2 ensuring that the lug is in...

Page 139: ...eplac ing the left bulb Replacement is carried out in the same way on the right side Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Switch off ignition Remove screws 2 Remove speaker cover 1 s...

Page 140: ...Replace defective light source Bulb for high beam headlight H1 12 V 55 W To protect the glass against soiling only grasp the light source by the base Fit bulb 2 ensuring that the lug is in the correct...

Page 141: ...er 1 in posi tion and fit screws 2 Replacing bulb for parking light NOTICE The description below steps you through the procedure for replac ing the left bulb Replacement is carried out in the same way...

Page 142: ...e speaker unit 2 paying attention to the electrical connector Disconnect plug connection 1 Remove cover panel 1 by turn ing counterclockwise Remove bulb holder 1 from headlight housing 2 taking care n...

Page 143: ...ants from being deposited on the glass surface always use a clean dry cloth to hold the light source Insert light source 1 in light source socket Insert bulb holder 1 into head light housing 2 Install...

Page 144: ...ual LEDs Please contact a specialized workshop preferably an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Jump starting ATTENTION Current too high when jump starting the motorcycle Cable fire or damage to the ve...

Page 145: ...idle for a few minutes before disconnect ing jumper cables Disconnect jumper cable from negative terminals first then disconnect second cable from positive terminals NOTICE To start the engine do not...

Page 146: ...mi nals Damage to the motorcycle s electronics Disconnect the battery be fore charging on the battery terminals ATTENTION Charge a fully discharged battery via the power socket or additional socket Da...

Page 147: ...harged disconnect charger s terminal clips from battery terminals NOTICE In the case of longer periods when the motorcycle is not be ing used the battery must be recharged regularly See the instructio...

Page 148: ...tery Fasten positive battery cable 1 NOTICE If the 12 V battery is installed in correctly or if the terminals are swapped e g when jump start ing the fuse for the alternator regulator may blow Slide b...

Page 149: ...moving rider s seat 85 Disconnect plug 1 ATTENTION Bypassing defective fuses Risk of short circuit and fire Replace defective fuses with new fuses Consult the fuse assignment diagram and replace the d...

Page 150: ...nt clus ter anti theft alarm system DWA ignition lock diagnostic socket Topcase light 7 5 A Slot 2 left multifunction switch Tire Pressure Monitor TPM audio system Fuse carrier 50 A Fuse 1 Voltage reg...

Page 151: ...Accessories General instructions 150 Onboard power sockets 150 Navigation system 151 Case 154 Topcase 156 8 149 z Accessories ProCarManuals com...

Page 152: ...products 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...

Page 153: ...motorcycle If the maximum loadability specified in the technical data is exceeded the onboard sockets are switched off Navigation system Securely fasten navigation device with navigation systemOA wit...

Page 154: ...h preparation for navigation systemOE Press catch release 1 and re move navigation device 2 Install cover 2 Check that the cover is secure in the cradle The top retain ing catch 1 should be fully en g...

Page 155: ...igator V there may be differences from the descriptions in the instruction manual for the Navigator Reserve fuel level warning The settings for the fuel gauge allow you to define a distance that is co...

Page 156: ...equest as a security measure Case Open case with central locking systemOE If applicable open the central locking Turn the key to the in the case lock to the position indicated by the dot Press lock ba...

Page 157: ...Remove case Turn key to RELEASE position in pannier lock Handle pops out Pull carry handle 3 up as far as it will go Case is released and can be removed Mount case Fold up handle as far as possi ble I...

Page 158: ...ximum speed for rid ing with case max 112 mph max 180 km h Payload per case max 22 lbs max 10 kg Topcase Opening topcase with TopcaseOA with central locking systemOE If applicable open the central loc...

Page 159: ...engages Turn key in topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove Remove topcase Removing rider s seat 85 Remove passenger seat 87 with TopcaseOA Disconnect plug connection 1 Thread out the connector...

Page 160: ...topcase on the lug gage carrier Opening topcase 156 Turn rotary fastener 3 as far as it will go in the direction in dicated by the LOCK arrow while pressing down on the back edge of the topcase Releas...

Page 161: ...oad and maximum speed as indicated on label in the topcase If you cannot find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer The following values apply to the...

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Page 163: ...re products 162 Washing your motorcycle 162 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 163 Paint care 164 Store motorcycle 164 Protective wax coating 164 Return motorcycle to use 165 9 161 z Care ProCarManua...

Page 164: ...torcycle 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 especial...

Page 165: ...ater and BMW plastic cleaner Windshields and lenses are manufactured in plastic Clean off dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water NOTICE Soften stubborn dirt and dead insects by coveri...

Page 166: ...aint finish is particularly easy to see after the motorcycle has been washed Remove such marks as soon as possible using white spirit or methylated spirits on a clean cloth or cotton pad BMW Motorrad...

Page 167: ...Return motorcycle to use Remove the protective wax coating Clean motorcycle Install battery 146 Observe checklist 92 9 165 z Care ProCarManuals com...

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Page 169: ...ine 171 Fuel 172 Engine oil 172 Clutch 173 Transmission 173 Rear wheel drive 174 Suspension 174 Brakes 175 Wheels and tyres 176 Electrical system 178 Frame 179 Alarm system 180 Dimensions 180 Weights...

Page 170: ...le cause Remedy Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch No fuel in tank Refueling procedure 100...

Page 171: ...lescopic fork M8 x 35 14 lb ft 19 Nm Wheel speed sensor on fork M6 x 16 Micro encapsulated or medium strength screw lock 6 lb ft 8 Nm Quick release axle in telescopic fork M12 x 20 22 lb ft 30 Nm Rear...

Page 172: ...lue Valid Muffler on footpeg bracket M8 x 35 14 lb ft 19 Nm Clamp on muffler and exhaust manifold 16 lb ft 22 Nm Mirror arm Value Valid Mirror on bracket M6 x 50 6 lb ft 8 Nm 10 170 z Technical Data P...

Page 173: ...ven overhead camshafts and one counterbalance shaft Displacement 1170 cc 1170 cm3 Cylinder bore 4 in 101 mm Piston stroke 2 9 in 73 mm Compression ratio 12 5 1 Rated output 125 hp 92 kW at engine spee...

Page 174: ...gine oil capacity max 1 1 gal max 4 l with filter replacement Specification SAE 5W 40 API SL JASO MA2 Additives for in stance molybdenum based substances are pro hibited because they would attack the...

Page 175: ...Transmission gear ratios 1 000 60 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 te...

Page 176: ...upper fork bridge tilt decoupled leading link mounted in engine and on telescopic fork centrally positioned spring strut supported on leading link and frame Design of the front wheel suspension Centra...

Page 177: ...stable spring preload Spring travel at rear wheel 5 3 in 135 mm Brakes Type of front brake Hydraulically operated double disc brakes with 4 piston radial monobloc calipers and floating brake discs Bra...

Page 178: ...nternet at bmw motorrad com Speed category of front rear tires W minimum requirement 168 mph 270 km h Front wheel Front wheel design Aluminum cast wheel Front wheel rim size 3 5 x17 Front tire designa...

Page 179: ...At least 70 Permissible rear wheel imbalance max 1 6 oz max 45 g Rear wheel load at unladen weight 298 lbs 135 kg Permissible rear wheel load max 701 lbs max 318 kg Tire inflation pressures Tire press...

Page 180: ...5 A Slot 2 left multifunction switch Tire Pres sure Monitor TPM audio system Fuse carrier 50 A Fuse 1 Voltage regulator Battery Battery design AGM Absorptive Glass Mat battery Battery voltage 12 V Bat...

Page 181: ...llight brake light LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear LED Frame Frame design Steel tube frame with partially self supporting drive unit aluminum r...

Page 182: ...le height 55 3 in 1405 mm At DIN unladen weight Motorcycle width 38 6 in 980 mm across mirrors Rider s seat height 31 7 32 5 in 805 825 mm without rider at un laden weight with low rider s seatOE 29 9...

Page 183: ...thout rider at unladen weight with high rider s seatOE 73 8 75 4 in 1875 1915 mm without rider at unladen weight Weights Unladen weight 604 lbs 274 kg DIN curb weight ready for oper ation tank 90 full...

Page 184: ...Performance data Start off capacity on uphill grades with permissi ble total weight 20 Top speed 124 mph 200 km h 10 182 z Technical Data ProCarManuals com...

Page 185: ...BMW Motorrad Service 185 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 185 Maintenance procedures 185 Maintenance schedule 189 Standard BMW Service 190 Confirmation of maintenance work 191 Confirmation of service 19...

Page 186: ...fect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your retailer or BMW of North America LLC To contac...

Page 187: ...observe the recommended service intervals Have all maintenance and repair work confirmed in the Service chapter in this manual For gen erous treatment of claims sub mitted after the warranty period h...

Page 188: ...ly it may be neces sary to come in for service before the entered date In this case a corresponding maximum odome ter reading will also be entered in the confirmation of service If this odometer readi...

Page 189: ...11 187 z Service ProCarManuals com...

Page 190: ...11 188 z Service ProCarManuals com...

Page 191: ...gear 5 Check valve clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Replacing air cleaner insert 8 Change the brake fluid in the entire system a annually or every 6000 miles whichever comes first b annually or e...

Page 192: ...ng the front rear brake fluid level Checking the coolant level Checking the side stands for ease of movement Checking the center stand for ease of movement Checking the tyre pressure and tread depth C...

Page 193: ...work BMW Pre Delivery Check Conducted on Stamp Signature BMW Running in Check Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature 11 191...

Page 194: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 195: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 196: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 197: ...ing Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or if reached sooner Odometer reading Stamp Signature BMW Service Conducted on Odometer reading Next service...

Page 198: ...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 11 196 z Serv...

Page 199: ...Work carried out Odometer reading Date 11 197 z Service ProCarManuals com...

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Page 201: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi lizer 200 Certificate for Remote Key 202 Certificate for Keyless Ride 206 Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con trol 208 12 199 z Appendix ProCarManuals com...

Page 202: ...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 203: ...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 204: ...rundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschl gigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet Eesti K esolevaga kinnitab Meta System S p A seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 E p hin...

Page 205: ...itas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Nederlands Hierbij verklaart Meta System S p A dat het toestel PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlij...

Page 206: ...ramg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG slenska H r me l sir Meta System S p A yfir v a PF240009 er samr mi vi grunnkr fur og a rar kr fur sem ger ar eru tilskipun 1999 5 EC Norsk Meta System S p A erkl rer herv...

Page 207: ...h this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC This product is in conformity with the following standards...

Page 208: ...ncluding interference that may cause undesired operation USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful...

Page 209: ...V1 4 1 08 2002 Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters ERM Electromagnetic compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 3 Specific conditions for short range devic...

Page 210: ...adio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio...

Page 211: ...structions 143 Removing 145 Technical data 178 Warning for battery charging voltage 34 Warning for battery voltage low 34 Brake fluid Checking fluid level at rear 123 Checking front fluid level 122 Fr...

Page 212: ...ator light 18 E Electrical system Technical Data 178 Emergency on off switch kill switch 17 Operating 60 Engine Starting 92 Technical Data 171 Warning lamp for electronic engine management 31 Engine o...

Page 213: ...light photosensor 18 Overview 18 J Jump start 142 K Keyless Ride Battery of radio operated key is drained 50 EWS Electronic immobilizer 49 If radio key is lost 50 Locking handlebars 48 Switch off ign...

Page 214: ...on on vehicle 14 Overview of warning indicators 26 Overviews Instrument cluster 18 Left side of vehicle 11 Left side multifunction switch 15 Multifunction display 23 Right side of vehicle 13 Right han...

Page 215: ...f 98 Symbols Meaning 24 T Tachometer 18 Technical data Battery 178 Brakes 175 Bulbs 179 Clutch 173 Dimensions 180 Electrical system 178 Engine 171 Engine oil 172 Frame 179 Fuel 172 Rear wheel drive 17...

Page 216: ...Electronic engine management 31 Engine oil level 31 Fuel reserve 39 Immobilizer 30 Outside temperature warning 30 Overview 22 Service 39 TPC 37 Undervoltage 34 Weights Technical Data 181 Wheels Check...

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Page 218: ...mensions weights fuel con sumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tol erances The right to modify designs equipment and accessories is reserved Errors and omissions excepted 2015 Bay...

Page 219: ...Reserve fuel quantity Approx 1 1 gal Approx 4 l Tire inflation pressures Tire pressure front 36 3 psi 2 5 bar with tire cold Tire pressure rear 42 1 psi 2 9 bar with tire cold You ll find additional i...

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