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Page 1: ...Rider s Manual US Model R1200RT BMW Motorrad bmw motorrad com The Ultimate Riding Machine ProCarManuals com ...

Page 2: ...Data 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 stamp ProCarManuals com ...

Page 3: ...tion 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 erous handling of out of warranty claims and goodwill warranty treatment Should you want to sell your BMW one day please also re member to turn over the Ride s Manual to the new owner it is an impor...

Page 4: ...eration 43 Steering and ignition lock 44 Ignition with Key less Ride 46 Emergency on off switch kill switch 51 Lights 52 Hazard warning lights sys tem 53 Turn indicators 54 Multifunction display 54 Onboard computer 59 Tripmeter 60 Automatic Stability Control ASC 61 Electronic suspension ad justment ESA 61 Riding mode 63 Cruise control system 64 Start off assistance 66 Anti theft alarm DWA 67 Heati...

Page 5: ...em 121 Clutch 125 Coolant 125 Tyres 127 Wheel rims and tyres 128 Muffler 129 Wheels 130 Light sources 137 Jump starting 143 Battery 145 Fuses 148 Diagnostic connector 150 9 Accessories 153 General notes 154 Onboard power sockets 154 Case 155 Topcase 157 Navigation system 160 10 Care 165 Care products 166 Washing your motorcy cle 166 Cleaning sensitive motorcy cle parts 167 Paint care 168 Protectiv...

Page 6: ...ility Services 187 Maintenance proce dures 187 BMW Service 188 Maintenance schedule 191 Confirmation of mainte nance work 192 Confirmation of service 206 13 Appendix 209 Certificate for Electronic Immobilizer 210 Certificate for Remote Key 212 Certificate for Key less Ride 216 Certificate for Tyre Pres sure Control 218 14 Index 219 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 7: ...General instructions Overview 6 Abbreviations and symbols 6 Equipment 7 Technical data 7 Notice concerning current status 7 1 5 z General instructions ProCarManuals com ...

Page 8: ...of the motorcycle Abbreviations and symbols CAUTION Hazard with low risk Failure to avoid this hazard can result in minor or moderate injury WARNING Hazard with moderate risk Failure to avoid this hazard can result in death or serious injury DANGER Hazard with high risk Failure to avoid this hazard results in death or serious injury ATTENTION Special in structions and precaution ary measures Non c...

Page 9: ...ex actly as illustrated in this manual on account of country specific differences If your motorcycle comes with equipment not described here you can find the descriptions in a separate manual Technical data All dimensions weights and out puts in the Rider s Manual relate to the German DIN standards and comply with their tolerance specifications Versions for indi vidual countries may differ Notice ...

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 16 Instrument cluster 17 2 9 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 13: ...Clutch fluid reservoir 125 2 Fuel filler opening 100 3 Seat lock 71 4 Passenger seat heater 70 5 2nd power socket 6 Left hand stow compart ment 75 7 Payload table Tire inflation pressure table 2 11 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 15: ...Vehicle Identification Num ber at fork bearing Data plate at fork bearing 6 Coolant level indicator be hind side panel 125 7 Oil fill location 120 8 Behind the engine spoiler Battery 145 Positive battery connection point 143 Diagnostic connector 150 9 Rear brake fluid reser voir behind side fairing 124 2 13 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

Page 16: ...Underneath seat 1 Adjuster for the rider s seat height 72 2 Standard tool kit 118 3 Tool for adjusting spring load 85 4 Fuses 148 2 14 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

Page 17: ...ing lights sys tem 53 4 Windshield adjustment 82 5 Additional headlight 53 6 Turn indicators 54 7 Horn 8 Multi Controller and MENU button Multifunction display 54 ASC 61 With Dynamic ESAOE D ESA 61 with audio systemOE Audio system see audio system manual 9 Menu Favorite 58 2 15 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

Page 18: ...Multifunction switch right 1 Central locking 75 2 Riding mode 63 3 Emergency on off switch kill switch 51 4 Starting the engine 92 2 16 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

Page 19: ...adjustment of instrument lighting 5 Tachometer 6 Release for navigation slot 160 7 Multifunction display 23 8 Tripmeter 60 NOTICE The brightness of the warning lights and telltale lights the display and the instrument needle and gauge lighting is adapted automatically to suit ambient brightness 2 17 z Overviews ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 21: ...arning lights 20 Meaning of symbols 21 Multifunction display 23 Warning lights 24 Service display 38 Cruising range 39 Oil level indicator 39 Ambient temperature 40 Tire inflation pressures 40 3 19 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 22: ...serve 38 5 High beam headlamp 6 Turn indicator right 7 Alarm system 67 Indicator light for radio operated key 46 8 Additional headlight 53 9 Cruise control 64 10 Universal warning light ap pears together with warn ing symbols in display panel 24 3 20 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 23: ... since last reset 59 Ambient temperature 40 with Tire Pressure Control TPC RDC OE Tire inflation pressures 40 Stopwatch 59 Travel times 60 Date display mode de pends on the time format selected 58 Oil level 39 Electrical system voltage 1 Heated handlebar grips switched on with seat heatingOE 2 Rider s seat heating ON 3 Rear seat heating ON 3 21 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 24: ...With Dynamic ESAOE 1 Damping 2 Vehicle load 3 22 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 25: ...ar grips 69 With Dynamic ESAOE Dynamic ESA range of ad justment 61 5 Onboard computer 59 with Tire Pressure Con trol TPC RDC OE Tire inflation pressure 6 Clock 58 7 Odometer 8 Riding mode 63 9 Hill Start Control 66 10 Gear indicator N appears in neutral 11 Coolant temperature Fuel level 3 23 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 26: ...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 warning symbols can be displayed at any given time The universal warning lamp lights up for the most urgent warning You will find an overview of the potential warnings on the follow ing pages 3 24 z Displays ProCarManuals...

Page 27: ...ts up yellow appears on the display Radio operated key outside reception range 29 lights up yellow Replace battery of radio operated key 29 lights up red Temperature read ing turns red Coolant temperature too high 30 appears on the display Engine oil level too low 30 lights up yellow appears on the display Engine fault 30 flashes yellow appears on the display Severe engine fault 31 3 25 z Displays...

Page 28: ...up yellow appears in the display Light failure 31 appears on the display DWA battery charge level low 32 lights up yellow appears on the display DWA battery drained 32 appears on the display Onboard system voltage low 32 lights up yellow appears on the display Onboard system voltage critical 33 lights up red appears on the display Battery charging voltage insufficient 33 3 26 z Displays ProCarManu...

Page 29: ...w or is indicated Sensor defective or system error 34 or is indicated Transmission error 34 lights up yellow appears on the display Battery of tire inflation pressure sensor weak 35 flashes ABS self diagnosis routine not com pleted 35 lights up ABS error 36 flashes rapidly ASC intervention 36 flashes slowly ASC self diagnosis not completed 36 3 27 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 30: ... lights up yellow appears on the display ESA error 37 appears on the display Central locking locked 37 The gear indicator flashes The gear has not been programmed 37 briefly shows yellow appears on the display Service overdue 38 lights up Fuel level reading turns yellow Fuel down to reserve 38 3 28 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

Page 31: ...he radio operated key and the en gine electronics is disrupted Check battery in radio operated key with Keyless RideOE Replace battery of radio oper ated key 50 Use an emergency key or a completely drained remote control key to continue driv ing with Keyless RideOE Battery of radio operated key is drained emergency key is not available 49 Radio operated key lost emer gency key available 48 Should ...

Page 32: ...possible by an authorized workshop preferably an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Engine oil level too low appears on the display Possible cause The electronic oil level sensor has detected that the engine s oil level is too low At next refueling stop Check engine oil level 120 If oil level is too low Topping up engine oil 121 Engine fault shows yellow appears on the display Possible cause The en...

Page 33: ...e the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer Front light failure shows yellow appears on the display Possible cause Low beam headlight high beam headlight parking light or front turn indicator defective The low beam headlight or one of the LED turn indicators must be replaced Please contact a specialist service fac...

Page 34: ...ry drained with anti theft alarm system DWA OE shows yellow appears on the display NOTICE This fault message is only shown for a short time immediately fol lowing the Pre Ride Check Possible cause The DWA battery no longer has any charging capacity Operation of the DWA is no longer guaran teed when the vehicle battery is disconnected Contact an authorized service facility preferably an authorized ...

Page 35: ...at low engine revs switch off all electrical equip ment that is not necessary for road safety e g heated body warmer or supplementary headlight Battery charging voltage insufficient shows red appears on the display WARNING Discharged battery causes various motorcycle systems to fail such as the lighting engine or ABS Accident hazard Do not continue riding The battery is not being charged If you co...

Page 36: ...re unsure about the tire s suitability for continued riding Do not continue riding Contact roadside service Sensor defective or system error with Tire Pressure Control TPC RDC OE shows yellow or is indi cated Possible cause Wheels without RDC sensors are mounted Retrofit wheel set with RDC sensors Possible cause 1 or 2 RDC sensors have failed or a system fault has occurred Have fault eliminated at...

Page 37: ...the RDC display in a different environment A con tinuous error is only present if the general warning lamp also lights up In this case Have fault eliminated at a spe cialist service facility preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Battery of tire inflation pressure sensor weak with Tire Pressure Control TPC RDC OE shows yellow appears on the display NOTICE This fault message is only shown f...

Page 38: ... possible at an au thorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer ASC intervention flashes rapidly ASC has detected insta bility at the rear wheel and re sponded by reducing the torque The indicator and warning light flashes longer than the ASC in tervention lasts This feature continues to furnish the rider with visual feedback confirm ing that the system has initiated active clo...

Page 39: ...lay Possible cause The ESA control unit has detected an error Motorcycle damping is in this condition very firm and riding is rather uncomfortable in particular on rough roads Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an au thorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Central locking locked with central locking systemOE The locked symbol appears on the display All l...

Page 40: ...orkshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Fuel down to reserve lights up Fuel level reading turns yellow WARNING Rough engine running or switching off of the engine due to a fuel shortage Accident hazard damage to cat alytic converter Do not drive to the extent that the fuel tank is completely empty Possible cause At the most the fuel tank still contains the reserve fuel quantity Res...

Page 41: ...umption employed to calculate the remaining travel range does not appear in the display and may vary from the indicated average consumption You must put at least five liters of fuel into the fuel tank for the new level to be registered correctly If the sensor cannot register the new level the range display can not be updated If the motorcycle is standing on its side stand the motorcycle s inclined...

Page 42: ...g If the ambient temperature drops below the borderline range this warning of possible black ice formation appears The display automatically switches from any other mode to the tem perature reading when the tem perature drops below this thresh old for the first time Limit range for outside temperature Approx 37 F Approx 3 C Tire inflation pressures with Tire Pressure Control TPC RDC OE The tire pr...

Page 43: ... minimum speed has been exceeded If the pressure in a tire drops to a critical level the corresponding display shows red The tire warning symbol also appears on the display The general warning light flashes red Further information on BMW Motorrad RDC can be found starting from page 113 3 41 z Displays ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 45: ...dicators 54 Multifunction display 54 Onboard computer 59 Tripmeter 60 Automatic Stability Control ASC 61 Electronic suspension adjustment ESA 61 Riding mode 63 Cruise control system 64 Start off assistance 66 Anti theft alarm DWA 67 Heating 69 Rider s seat 71 Pillion seat 73 Storage compartment 75 Central locking system 75 4 43 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 46: ...dio stow compartment 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 locked Key can now be removed Switch on ignition Insert key into the steering and ignition lock Turn key to posi tion 1 Parking lights and all function circuits are switched on Pre Ride Check in progress 93 A...

Page 47: ...a ring antenna incorporated in the steering and ignition lock The engine management system does not enable engine starting until this key has been recognized as authorized for your motorcycle NOTICE A further key attached to the same ring as the ignition key used to start the engine could irritate the electronics in which case the enabling signal for start ing is not issued The warning with the ke...

Page 48: ...r cap and anti theft alarm system are con trolled with the radio operated key The seat lock storage com partment Topcase and case can be operated manually NOTICE When the range of the radio op erated key is exceeded e g in case or Topcase the motorcycle cannot be started and the central locking system cannot be locked unlocked If the range is exceeded the igni tion is switched off after approx 1 5...

Page 49: ...iagnosis is performed 94 ASC self diagnosis in progress 95 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 in progress 93 ABS self diagnosis is performed 94 ASC self diagnosis in progress 95 Switch off ignition Requirement Radio operated key is within re ception range The ignition can be deactiv...

Page 50: ...W Motorrad re tailer 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 operated key can be enabled again Emergency and spare keys are only available through an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer As the radio operated keys are part of an integrated securit...

Page 51: ...attery of radio operated key is drained emergency key is not available Park motorcycle ensuring that support surface is firm and level Remove screws 2 Remove speaker cover 1 side ways to right with audio systemOE Remove screws 1 Carefully remove speaker unit 2 paying attention to the electrical connector Disconnect the plug 1 Fold out key bit 4 49 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 52: ...n be started Starting the engine 92 with audio systemOE Connect electrical connector 1 Locate speaker unit 2 in mount Install screws 1 Place speaker cover 1 in posi tion and fit screws 2 Replace battery of radio operated key If the key fob transmitter fails to react when the button is pressed briefly or is pressed and held The battery of the key fob transmitter no longer has its full charging capa...

Page 53: ...he battery make sure that the polarity is correct Insert the new battery with the positive side up Battery type for Keyless Ride radio oper ated key CR 2032 Install seal 1 and battery cover 2 Red LED in instrument cluster flashes The key fob transmitter is again ready to be used Emergency on off switch kill switch 1 Emergency on off switch kill switch WARNING Operation of the emergency ON OFF swit...

Page 54: ...eadlights automatically come on in their low beam mode as soon as you start the engine High beam headlight and headlight flasher Press switch 1 toward front to switch on high beams Pull switch 1 rearward to actu ate headlight flasher NOTICE The high beam headlight can also be switched on when the engine is not running Parking light Switch off ignition Immediately after switching off the ignition p...

Page 55: ...button 1 to switch on the additional LED headlights 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 Press button 1 again to switch off the additional LED head lights Hazard warning lights system Operating hazard warning flashers Switch on ignition 44 NOTIC...

Page 56: ... po sition to switch off turn indica tors Turn indicator cancella tion The turn indicators automati cally switch off when the de fined driving time and distance have been reached Multifunction display Selecting menu Press button 2 to proceed through the sequence of menus starting with the Dynamic ESA menu Each successive press of button 2 opens the next menu the total number of menus depends on th...

Page 57: ...Ref erence Guide Selecting menu item Move the cursor within the menu using the Multi Controller 1 An arrow 1 on the upper or lower edge of the display indicates that by turning the Multi Controller in the corresponding direction 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 f...

Page 58: ...g the Multi Controller to the right Selecting from a list A circle 1 beside each selectable item means that the items are part of a selection list A circle with a dot indicates the item that is currently selected If you 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 4...

Page 59: ... by turning it down By pressing the Multi Controller to the right or left you can change between the values Setting relative values A bar indicator enables you to set a value in a range between two limits Turning the Multi Controller up increases or turning it down decreases the value to be set Exiting menu Arrow 1 appears when you are in a submenu 4 57 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 60: ...all up the Settings menu and select User The settings you can choose are as follows Language display language German English Spanish Ital ian French Dutch Portuguese Time format 24h 12h clock in 12 hour format 12 h or in 24 hour format 24 h Time format Date format date in day month year format dd mm yy or in month day year format mm dd yy Time format GPS time accept the GPS time and GPS date from ...

Page 61: ...onsump average con sumption Consumption current consumption Range range with fuel re maining in the fuel tank ØSpeed average speed Temperature ambient temperature Tire pressure tire pressures Stopwatch stopwatch Travel times travel times Date current date Oil level engine oil level Elec voltage vehicle voltage Off no reading Resetting average data Call up the Info menu and select the average value...

Page 62: ...ght and hold it in this po sition to reset the travel time Timing continues even if you select some other reading or switch off the ignition Time during which the mo torcycle was on the move since the last reset Time during which the mo torcycle was at a standstill since the last reset Tripmeter Selecting tripmeter Switch on the ignition Call up the Trip menu with Multi Controller 1 and then selec...

Page 63: ...t On to switch the ASC on Alternate method Switch the ignition off and then on ASC indicator and warning light goes out if the self diagnosis routine has not been completed the ASC indicator and warning light begins to flash Electronic suspension adjustment ESA with Dynamic ESAOE Dynamic ESA range of adjustment Using the Dynamic ESA elec tronic suspension adjustment system you can easily adjust yo...

Page 64: ...an be changed by the rider Setting suspension compliance Start engine NOTICE The damping cannot be adjusted while the motorcycle is being ridden Call up the ESA menu The possible settings for the damping characteristic appear on the display Soft comfortable damping Normal normal damping Hard sporty damping Select the damping charac teristic you want or move the cursor down to set the vehicle load ...

Page 65: ...ng on dry roads with Pro riding modesOE Brisk riding on dry roads For each of these three scenar ios an optimum balance is pro vided between engine torque throttle response ABS control and ASC control with Dynamic ESAOE The suspension settings also ad just to the selected scenario Setting riding mode Switch on ignition 44 Press button 1 NOTICE Details on the selectable driving modes are provided i...

Page 66: ... 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 tained even after the ignition has been switched off Cruise control system with cruise controlOE Switch on cruise control system Push switch 1 to right Button 2 is unlocked Setting road speed Briefly pr...

Page 67: ...ed 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 and saved Deactivate cruise control Actuate brakes clutch or throt tle grip take back throttle be yond back position to deacti vate cruise control system Cruise control indicator light goes out Resumi...

Page 68: ...cked Start off assistance with Hill Start ControlOE Hill Start Control Operating ATTENTION Switching off the engine or ignition folding out the side stand timeout approx 20 minutes or in the event of a fault Hill Start Control brake failure It is imperative to secure the motorcycle by manual braking NOTICE Hill Start Control is only a con venience system for easier hill starting and should therefo...

Page 69: ...after the ignition is switched off Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete Turn indicators are illuminated twice Confirmation tone sounds twice if programmed Alarm system is activated Alarm signal The DWA alarm can be set off by Motion sensor Switching on ignition with an unauthorized motorcycle key Disconnecting the DWA from the motorcycle battery DWA battery takes over the power su...

Page 70: ...authorized motorcycle key 4 flashes DWA disconnected from motorcycle battery 5 flashes motion sensor 3 Deactivation with anti theft alarm system DWA OE Emergency on off switch kill switch in normal operating po sition Switch on the ignition Turn indicators light up once Confirmation tone sounds once if programmed Alarm system is deactivated DWA Adapting with anti theft alarm system DWA OE Call up ...

Page 71: ...ips Start engine NOTICE The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is running Call up the Handle heat menu The grips have five stage heat ing Stage five is for heating the grips quickly it is advisable to switch back to a lower stage as soon as the grips are warm Select the desired heating level Symbol 1 appears on the display indicating that the handlebar grip heating is ON Rid...

Page 72: ...he 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 seat heating might have been temporarily switched off Pillion passenger seat heater with seat heatingOE Start engine NOTICE Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running Select desired heating level with switch 1 4 70 z Operation Pr...

Page 73: ...ating output 4 Switch in two dot position 100 heating output Symbol 1 appears on the display 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 Rider s seat Removing rider s seat Turn ignition key 2 clockwise Lift up front seat 1 slightly at the rear...

Page 74: ...and dry surface with upholstered side facing down Installing driver s seat with seat heatingOE Connect plug 1 of the seat heating Locate front seat lugs 2 in the rubber buffers 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 71 4 72 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 75: ...ion H to obtain the higher seat height Insert the adjuster plate into mounts 2 in the desired posi tion and then press it into the catch 1 Installing driver s seat 72 Pillion seat Remove passenger seat Switch off ignition Removing rider s seat 71 Remove screws 1 Pull the rear seat slightly for ward and lift the seat slightly 4 73 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 76: ...eating and remove the rear seat Lay the seat on the cover side on a clean surface 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 74 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 77: ...e heat sensitive objects in the storage 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 barrel downward to open lid ATTENTION High temperatures in the storage compartments es pecially in summer Damage to objects housed here particularly electronic devices such as cellular phones and MP3 pl...

Page 78: ...nlocked 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 corresponding section Unlocking with central locking systemOE Switch on ignition and press button 1 Alternatively Press button 2 on remote control or radio op erated key The storage compartment in the left side ...

Page 79: ...he 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 replacement acquired or if you are going to use an ad ditional remote control you must invariably log on all the remote controls in the set Enable logon of the remote controls as follows Switch on th...

Page 80: ...ith 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 to be resynchronized This scenario can arise for example after the remote control unit s buttons have been pressed frequently while the unit was beyond the range of the alarm system Synchronize the ...

Page 81: ... Do not dispose of the battery in the household waste ATTENTION Unsuitable or improperly in serted batteries Component damage Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer s specifica tions When inserting the battery make sure that the polarity is correct Insert the new battery with the positive side up Battery type for remote control central locking system CR 1632 The LED on the remote con trol l...

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Page 83: ...Setting Mirrors 82 Headlight 82 Windshield 82 Instrument cluster 83 Clutch 84 Brakes 84 Spring preload 85 Damping 86 5 81 z Setting ProCarManuals com ...

Page 84: ... the cor rect headlight range have the adjustment checked by a spe cialized workshop preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Headlight range adjustment Requirement When the spring pretension ad justment is no longer able to maintain the correct beam height to avoid blinding oncoming traffic owing to high vehicle loads A swiveling lever is used for the headlight range adjustment Position ...

Page 85: ...ve to the bottom limit position There is no guarantee that the pressure sensitive finger guard system will function correctly if a windscreen that does not have BMW Motorrad approval is in stalled Under these circumstances Before switching off the igni tion always check that there is nothing to obstruct movement of the windscreen Instrument cluster Adjusting the instrument cluster NOTICE The instr...

Page 86: ...nd 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 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 handbrake lever forward when doing so Fou...

Page 87: ...le is stationary Park the motorcycle ensuring that the support surface is firm and level Pull bottom of cover 1 slightly outward at position 2 To avoid damaging the cover and the mounts lift off cover at the positions 3 WARNING Uncoordinated settings of spring preload and spring strut damping Poorer handling Adjust damping characteristic to changed spring preload To raise the spring preload turn t...

Page 88: ...ing The damping must be adjusted to the road conditions and the spring preload A rough road surface requires softer damping than a smooth road surface An increase in spring preload requires firmer damping a re duction in spring preload re quires softer damping Adjusting damping on rear wheel Park the motorcycle ensuring that the support surface is firm and level Adjust damping from the left side o...

Page 89: ... possible clockwise then 6 clicks counterclockwise One up without load Turn the adjuster knob as far as possible clockwise then 4 clicks counterclockwise One up with load Turn the adjuster knob as far as possible clockwise then 2 clicks counterclockwise Two up with load 5 87 z Setting ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 91: ...checklist 92 Always before riding off 92 At every third refueling stop 92 Starting 92 Running in 95 Shifting gears 96 Brakes 97 Parking your motorcycle 99 Refueling 100 Securing motorcycle for trans port 103 6 89 z Riding ProCarManuals com ...

Page 92: ...eight 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 speed as indi cated on the label in the case see also the chapter Acces sories Observe the maximum pay load and maximum speed as indicated on the label in the topcase see also the chapter Accessories wi...

Page 93: ...aust 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 persons or objects come into contact with the engine and exhaust system Catalytic converter If misfire causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic converter there is a danger of overheating and damage The follow...

Page 94: ...Always before riding off Check operation of the brake system Check operation of the lighting and signal system Check clutch function 125 Checking tire tread depth 128 Checking tyre pressure 127 Check secure holing of cases and luggage without Dynamic ESAOE Adjusting spring preload at rear wheel 85 Adjusting damping on rear wheel 86 with Dynamic ESAOE Setting suspension compliance 62 At every third...

Page 95: ...upted 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 Maintenance chapter under Jump starting Engine starts If the engine fails to start the troubleshooting table in the chapter Technical Data may provide assistance 170 Pre Ride Check The instrument clust...

Page 96: ... by diagnostic sys tem while motorcycle is parked flashes Phase 2 Check wheel sensors while starting off flashes ABS self diagnosis completed The ABS indicator and warning light goes out ABS self diagnosis 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 whee...

Page 97: ... a specified minimum speed before the 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 must be noted that the ASC function is not avail able Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility preferably an authorized BM...

Page 98: ...ial if the tires are to achieve maximum 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 Pro shift assistant Requirement The gearshift assistant provides help with upward and downward gear shifts without the clutch or the accelerator having to be op erated This is...

Page 99: ...ed 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 you brake the greater the weight transfer to the front wheel Increases in the load at an individual wheel are accom panied by a rise in the effective braking force that the wheel can provide To achieve the shorte...

Page 100: ...ng on the brakes due to oil or grease residues When driving on soiled roads or offroad WARNING Poorer braking action due to moisture and dirt Accident hazard Brake until brakes are dry or clean clean if necessary Brake early until the full braking action is available again ABS Pro with ABS ProOE Physical riding limits WARNING Braking in curves Danger of falling despite ABS Pro The rider is always ...

Page 101: ...itions in area 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 tipping over Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is parked on the side stands Fold out side stand and park motorcycle Turn the handlebars to left On slopes point the motorcycle uphill and ...

Page 102: ...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 xx com ply with the current standard in each case Recommended fuel qual ity Super unleaded max 10 ethanol E10 89 AKI 95 ROZ RON 89 AKI Refueling procedure WARNING Fuel is highly flammable Fire and expl...

Page 103: ... 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 the technical data is the fuel quantity which can be re fueled if the fuel tank was com pletely emptied i e if the engine dies off due to lack of fuel Usable fuel quantity Approx 6 6 gal Approx 25 l Reserve fuel quantity Approx 1 1 gal Approx 4 l Press fuel ta...

Page 104: ...d level support sur face with Keyless RideOE Switch off ignition 47 NOTICE After the ignition is switched off the fuel filler cap can be opened within the specified run on time even without the radio operated key being within the reception area After running period for opening the fuel filler cap 2 min There are 2 ways to open the fuel filler cap Within the after running period After the after run...

Page 105: ... and the fuel warning light is switched off NOTICE The usable fuel quantity spec ified in the technical data is the fuel quantity which can be re fueled if the fuel tank was com pletely emptied i e if the engine dies off due to lack of fuel Usable fuel quantity Approx 6 6 gal Approx 25 l Reserve fuel quantity Approx 1 1 gal Approx 4 l Press fuel filler cap of fuel tank down firmly Fuel filler cap ...

Page 106: ...stand ATTENTION Pinching of components Component damage Do not pinch components e g brake lines or wiring harnesses Route tie down straps through the left and right sides of the fork brace and then tighten them by pulling down Secure and tighten the luggage straps at the rear on the brack ets for the passenger footrests on both sides Tension all of the straps evenly to ensure that the vehicle is s...

Page 107: ...6 Antilock Brake System ABS 106 Automatic Stability Control ASC 109 Electronic suspension adjustment ESA 110 Riding mode 111 Tire pressure control RDC 113 Shift assistant 114 Hill start assistant 115 7 105 z Technology in detail ProCarManuals com ...

Page 108: ...erably 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 brak ing force is exceeded when the 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 br...

Page 109: ...event the rear wheel from lifting off the ground In these cases the mo torcycle 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 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 Integra...

Page 110: ... ex cuse for careless riding ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety margin in genuine emer gencies WARNING Braking in curves Risk of accident despite ABS The rider is always responsi ble for adapting his her driving style Do not reduce the additional safety function with careless riding or unnecessary risks Further development of ABS to ABS Pro with ABS ProOE In the past the BMW Motorrad AB...

Page 111: ...e management system What are the design features of ASC BMW Motorrad ASC is an assis tance system for the driver and is designed for riding on public roads The extent to which the rider affects ASC control can be considerable weight shifts when cornering loose luggage on the motorcycle especially when ap proaching the limits imposed by the laws of physics The system is not optimized for the specia...

Page 112: ...ecific minimum speed reactivates the ASC Minimum speed for ASC activation min 6 mph 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 ground again BMW Motorrad recommends that you respond to this condi tion by twisting back the throttle grip somewhat to re...

Page 113: ...AD with Pro riding modesOE DYNAMIC Each riding mode affects the behavior of the motorcycle in a different way The ASC can be switched off in any mode the fol lowing explanations apply exclu sively to the system s response when it is switched on The last selected riding mode is reacti vated automatically after the igni tion is switched off and on again The following rule always applies selection of...

Page 114: ... possible under sharp acceleration when corner ing ABS The rear wheel lift assistant is active in all modes The ABS is set for use on pub lic roads with ABS ProOE In the RAIN and ROAD riding modes ABS Pro is fully avail able The inclination the mo torcycle has when braking in curves is reduced to a mini mum In the DYNAMIC riding mode ABS Pro is only available un der good frictional conditions Supp...

Page 115: ... display for each tire The sensors 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 RDC control unit is fitted but the wheels have no sensors a fault message is generated Tire inflation pressure ranges The RDC control unit distin guishes between three inflation pressure rang...

Page 116: ...e 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 The tester at the filling station shows 34 8 psi 2 4 bar To obtain the correct tire pres sure that has to be increased to the following figure 37 7 psi 2 6 bar Shift assistant with Pro shift assistantOE Pro shift assistant Your vehicle is equi...

Page 117: ...ant before and during the gear change sequence Changing the position of the throttle grip while the shift is in progress can lead to cancellation of the function and or shifting errors No sup port is provided by the Gear Shift Assistant during gear changes made using the clutch Downshifts Downshifts are assisted up to the speed at which the engine reaches maximum rpm in the gear to be engaged Over...

Page 118: ...cuit to ensure that the motorcycle remains sta tionary on a sloping surface The brake system s actual holding pressure varies according to the inclination angle of the slope 7 116 z Technology in detail ProCarManuals com ...

Page 119: ...tool kit 118 Front wheel stand 119 Engine oil 120 Brake system 121 Clutch 125 Coolant 125 Tyres 127 Wheel rims and tyres 128 Muffler 129 Wheels 130 Light sources 137 Jump starting 143 Battery 145 Fuses 148 Diagnostic connector 150 8 117 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 120: ... required to carry out some of the work If you are in doubt consult an authorized workshop preferably your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Standard tool kit 1 Screwdriver handle 2 Reversible screwdriver in sert Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 Removing rider s seat 71 Removing and installing body panels 3 Tool for oil cap Topping up engine oil 121 Remove passenger seat 73 Install the passenger seat 74 4...

Page 121: ...ce motorcycle on center stand Use basic stand with front wheel mount The basic stand and its accessories are avail able through your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Loosen mounting screw 1 Push the two mounts 2 out ward continuing until the front supension fits between them Use locating pins 3 to set front wheel stand to desired height Center front wheel stand rela tive to front wheel and push it...

Page 122: ...ation of the oil filling quantity as the oil level is temperature depen dent the higher the tempera ture the higher the oil level Engine damage Only check the oil level after a longer journey or when the engine is warm Switch off engine at operating temperature Make sure ground is level and firm and place motorcycle on center stand Wait five minutes to allow oil to drain to the oil pan Read the oi...

Page 123: ...e oil Engine damage Always make sure that the oil level is correct Add engine oil up to specified level Engine oil quantity for topping up max 1 quarts max 0 95 l Dif ference between MIN and MAX Check engine oil level 120 Install the oil filler cover 2 Brake system Checking brake operation Actuate the handbrake lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible Actuate the footbrake lever Pressure p...

Page 124: ...ust be clearly visible If the wear indicators are no longer clearly visible WARNING Dropping below the minimum pad thickness Reduced braking action damage to the brake In order 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 the brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil ity preferably an authorized BM...

Page 125: ...ability 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 authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Check 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 l...

Page 126: ... right If brake fluid level falls below the approved level Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Checking rear 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 regularly Make sure ground ...

Page 127: ...below the approved level Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Clutch Check clutch function Pull back the clutch lever Pressure point must be clearly perceptible If no clear pressure point can be felt Have the clutch checked by an authorized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Coolant Check coola...

Page 128: ...ld If coolant level drops below ap proved level Have the defect corrected as soon as possible by an autho rized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad re tailer Topping up coolant Remove screws 1 Pull the front of the side fairing panel 3 outward Lugs 4 are pulled out of grom mets 8 126 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 129: ...coolant expansion tank Locate side fairing panel 1 on side panel 2 paying attention to position of lugs Swivel side fairing panel 3 in ward Lugs 4 are pressed into grom mets Install screws 1 Tyres Checking tyre pressure WARNING Incorrect tire inflation pres sure Poorer handling characteristic of motorcycle reduction of tire service life Ensure proper tire inflation pressure 8 127 z Maintenance Pro...

Page 130: ...or defects Have damaged rims checked and if necessary replaced by a specialist service facil ity preferably an authorized BMW 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 tread depth is reached Make sure ground is level and firm and park motorcycle Ch...

Page 131: ... cool down Remove screws 1 at front with washer 2 Take off muffler cover 3 Loosen screw 1 of clip Remove screw 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 Always have the tightening torques checked by a spe cialized workshop preferably an authorize...

Page 132: ... nose arrow Tighten clamp Clamp on muffler and exhaust manifold 16 lb ft 22 Nm Lay on muffler cover 3 Install screws 1 at front with washer 2 Wheels Tyre recommendation For every size of tyre BMW Motorrad has tested and approved certain makes as roadworthy BMW Motorrad cannot evaluate the suitability of other tyres and can therefore take no responsibility for their driving safety 8 130 z Maintenan...

Page 133: ...The sensor rings required for wheel speed detection must also match the installed control sys tems and may not be replaced If you want to equip your motorcycle with different wheels please contact a specialist service facility preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer In some cases the data stored in the control units can be adapted for the new wheel sizes RDC sticker with Tire Pressure Control TPC RDC O...

Page 134: ...l pressing to gether of brake pads Component damage when mounting the brake caliper or when pressing the brake pads apart Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper removed Remove securing screws 4 of left and right brake calipers Push brake pads 1 slightly apart by turning the brake caliper 2 back and forth against the brake rotor 3 Carefully pull brake calipers back and outward to remove t...

Page 135: ... Place front wheel down 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 during control inter ventions by ABS and ASC Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and ASC chassis control systems at the beginning of this chapter 8 ...

Page 136: ...direction 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 compress front forks Do not actuate handbrake lever at the same time Mounting front wheel stand 119 Install screw 1 with specified torque Brace quick release axle on the right side at the same time Qu...

Page 137: ... tele scopic forks 28 lb ft 38 Nm Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim WARNING Brake pads do not contact the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect Before driving off check that the braking effect kicks in with out any delay Engage the brakes repeatedly continuing until the brake pads seat against the rotors Fix ABS sensor lead in retain ing clips 1 and 2 Insert ABS sensor into s...

Page 138: ...d 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 tightening torques checked by a spe cialized workshop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Place rear wheel on rear wheel support Install wheel studs 1 with spec ified torque Tighten rear w...

Page 139: ...t support surface is firm and level Switch off ignition Remove cover 1 by turning it counterclockwise to replace low beam headlight bulb Disconnect plug 1 Remove wire spring 1 from catch and fold to one side Remove 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 8 137 z Maintenance ProCarMa...

Page 140: ...tion and fix by turning it clockwise Replacing high beam headlight light source NOTICE The description below steps you through the procedure for replac 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 side ways to the left 8 138 z Maintenance ProCarManuals...

Page 141: ...1 Remove cover 1 by pulling on lever Disconnect plug 1 Release wire spring 1 from catch on left and right and fold down Remove bulb 2 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 8 139 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 142: ...ect position NOTICE The alignment of the bulb may differ from the illustration Fit wire spring 1 Connect connector 1 Install cover 1 Connect electrical connector 1 Locate speaker unit 2 in mount Install screws 1 8 140 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 143: ... 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 side ways to the left Remove screws 1 Carefully remove speaker unit 2 paying attention to the electrical connector Disconnect plug connection 1 Remove cover panel 1 by turn ing counterclockwise 8 141 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 144: ...ht W5W 12 V 5 W with Pro HeadlightOE Lighting rings integrated into headlight To prevent contaminants 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 cover 1 by turning clock wise 8 142 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 145: ...a special ist service facility for this pur pose preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Replacing LED supplementary headlight with additional LED headlightOA The LED supplementary head lights can only be replaced as a complete unit it is not possible to replace individual LEDs Please contact a specialized workshop preferably an autho rized BMW Motorrad retailer Jump starting ATTENTION Curr...

Page 146: ...tion point 2 on the discharged bat tery and the other end to the positive terminal of the donor battery Connect black jumper cable to negative terminal on donor battery and then to negative terminal 3 of discharged bat tery Run engine of donor motorcy cle during jump starting proce dure Start engine of motorcycle with discharged battery in usual way if engine does not start wait a few minutes befo...

Page 147: ...W Motorrad has developed a trickle charger specially designed for compatibility with the elec tronics of your motorcycle Using this charger you can keep the battery charged during long pe riods when the motorcycle is not being used without having to dis connect the battery from the mo torcycle s onboard systems Ad ditional information is available at your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Charge co...

Page 148: ... a charger that is not compatible with your mo torcycle s electronics In this case charge the battery directly from the terminals of the battery disconnected from the vehicle Charging disconnected battery Charge battery using a suitable charger Comply with operating instruc tions of charger Once battery is fully charged disconnect charger s terminal clips from battery terminals NOTICE In the case ...

Page 149: ...e terminal to be accessible Remove positive battery ca ble 1 and pull out battery The battery has been removed Install battery 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 battery into holder 8 147 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 150: ...tery cover into mount 1 and press into mounts 1 and 2 Install screws 1 Switch on the ignition Set the time in Settings Time and set the date in Settings Date Fuses Replace fuses Switch off ignition Removing rider s seat 71 Disconnect plug 1 ATTENTION Bypassing defective fuses Risk of short circuit and fire Do not bypass defective fuses 8 148 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 151: ...zed specialized work shop preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer Installing driver s seat 72 Fuse assignments Fuse box 15 A Slot 1 instrument 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 regula tor 8 149 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 152: ...d by appropriately trained staff Refer to the vehicle manufac turer specifications Remove battery cover 146 Push on hook 1 and pull diag nostic connector 2 up and out Press locks 3 on both sides Remove diagnostic connec tor 2 from bracket 4 The diagnosis and information system interface can be con nected at the diagnostic con nector 2 Secure the data link connector Disconnect the diagnosis and inf...

Page 153: ...Make sure that hook 5 en gages Installing battery cover 148 8 151 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 155: ...Accessories General notes 154 Onboard power sockets 154 Case 155 Topcase 157 Navigation system 160 9 153 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

Page 156: ... of any kind Whenever you are planning mod ifications comply with all the le gal requirements The motorcy cle must not violate the regula tions governing motorcycle ap proval for highway use applicable in your own country Your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer offers you qualified advice in choosing genuine BMW parts accessories and other products More information on the topic of accessories is ava...

Page 157: ...5 min In case of insufficient battery voltage the onboard sockets are switched off to maintain the ability to start the motorcycle If the maximum loadability specified in the technical data is exceeded the onboard sockets are switched off 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 Pre...

Page 158: ...such circumstances en sure that the ignition key is not in the case Push release lever 2 down continuing until it engages Turn key to LOCK position in pannier lock and remove 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 9 156 z Accessories ProCar...

Page 159: ...n of motorcycle and case on the label contact your BMW Motorrad Retailer The following values apply to the combination described here Maximum 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 locking Turn the key to the in the top case lock to the position in...

Page 160: ...be locked if the lock is in the LOCK posi tion Under such circumstances ensure that the ignition key is not in the topcase Push release lever 2 down continuing until it engages Turn key in topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove Remove topcase Removing rider s seat 71 Remove passenger seat 73 with topcaseOA Disconnect plug connection 1 Thread out the connector from the topcase to the rear Ope...

Page 161: ...nd pull it off luggage rack Install the passenger seat 74 Installing driver s seat 72 Mounting topcase Removing rider s seat 71 Remove passenger seat 73 with topcaseOA If applicable empty the top case and lift out the bottom mat Set the topcase on the lug gage carrier Opening topcase 157 Turn rotary fastener 3 as far as it will go in the direction in dicated by the LOCK arrow 9 159 z Accessories P...

Page 162: ...ayload and maximum speed Observe maximum payload 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 combination described here Maximum speed for rid ing with Vario topcase max 112 mph max 180 km h Payload of Vario topcase max 11 lbs max 5 kg Navigation sy...

Page 163: ...rst locate navigation device 1 in the cradle and then swing it backwards 2 Press on the navigation device at the upper edge until it en gages Check that the navigation de vice is secure in the cradle The catch 1 must be fully en gaged At that point the catch mechanism should be pressed flat and no longer visible Removing navigation device with navigation systemOA with preparation for navigation sy...

Page 164: ...map and on board computer Zoom performs functions marked with a in the naviga tion system In the map view for instance the view zooms in on the map detail Zoom performs functions marked with a in the naviga tion system In the map view for instance the view zooms out from the map detail Speak the last navigation announcement is spoken again The announcement is spoken again even if automatic spo ken...

Page 165: ... data to the instrument cluster must be activated in the cluster s SETUP menu Security settings The BMW Motorrad Navigator V can be secured against unau thorized use with a four digit PIN Garmin Lock When this func tion is activated once the Nav igator GPS receiver is cradled on the motorcycle and the igni tion is switched on you will re ceive a prompt asking whether the motorcycle should be added...

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Page 167: ...are products 166 Washing your motorcycle 166 Cleaning sensitive motorcycle parts 167 Paint care 168 Protective wax coating 168 Store motorcycle 168 Return motorcycle to use 168 10 165 z Care ProCarManuals com ...

Page 168: ...e 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 during the winter months To remove road salt clean the motorcycle with cold water im mediately after completion of ev ery trip WARNING Damp brake disks and brake pads after washing the mo torcycle after r...

Page 169: ...a wet cloth Clean with water and sponge only Do not use chemical cleansers Chrome Carefully clean chrome parts with plenty of water and BMW car shampoo especially if the mo torcycle has been exposed to gritting salt Use chrome polish for additional treatment Radiator Clean the radiator regularly to prevent overheating of the en gine due to inadequate cooling For example use a garden hose with low ...

Page 170: ...on a clean cloth or cotton pad BMW Motorrad recommends 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 if water no longer pearls up on it To preserve the finish of your vehicle BMW Motorrad recom mends BMW Car Wax or agents that contain carnauba or syn thetic waxes Store motorcycle Clean m...

Page 171: ...el 173 Engine oil 173 Engine 174 Clutch 175 Transmission 175 Rear wheel drive 176 Frame 176 Suspension 177 Brakes 178 Wheels and tyres 179 Electrical system 181 Alarm system 182 Dimensions 183 Weights 184 Performance data 184 11 169 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 172: ...ansmission in neutral or disengage clutch No fuel in tank Refueling procedure 100 Battery drained Charge connected battery 145 Overheating protection for starter motor has ac tivated Starter motor can only be actuated for a limited period Leave the starter motor to cool down for around 1 minute until it becomes available again 11 170 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 173: ...elescopic 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 wheel Value Valid Tighten rear wheel on wheel flange M10 x 1 25 x 40 tighten diagonally 44 lb ft 60 Nm 11 171 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 174: ...alue 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 11 172 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 175: ...l 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 coatings on engine components BMW Motorrad recom mends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate Oil Engine oil quantity for topping up max 1 quarts max 0 95 l Difference between MIN and MAX BMW recommends 11 173 z Tec...

Page 176: ...iven 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 speed 7750 min 1 Torque 92 lb ft 125 Nm at engine speed 6500 min 1 Maximum engine speed max 9000 min 1 Idle speed 1150 min 1 Engine at operating temperature 11 174 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 177: ... 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 teeth 4th gear 0 943 33 35 teeth 5th gear 0 848 28 33 teeth 6th gear 1 061 35 33 teeth Transmission output ratio 11 175 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 178: ...paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2 75 33 12 teeth Frame Frame design Steel tube frame with partially self supporting drive unit aluminum rear frame Location of type plate Frame at front right next to spring strut Location of the vehicle identification number Frame at front right on steering head 11 176 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 179: ...lectrically adjustable rebound stage and compression damping Spring travel front 4 7 in 120 mm on wheel Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast 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 spring strut with coil spring and expan sion tank electricall...

Page 180: ... Wear limit Free travel of brake actuation Front wheel brake Approx 0 07 in Approx 1 85 mm at piston Rear wheel Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disk brake with 2 piston floating caliper and fixed brake disk Rear brake pad material Organic Rear brake disk thickness min 0 18 in min 4 5 mm Wear limit Blow by clearance of footbrake lever 0 04 in 1 mm Between frame and footbrake lever 11 178 ...

Page 181: ... 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 designation 120 70 17 Load index for front tire At least 52 Front wheel load at unladen weight 306 lbs 139 kg Permissible front wheel load max 390 lbs max 177 kg Permissible front wheel imbalance max 0 2 oz max 5 g 11 179 z Technical data ProCarManuals...

Page 182: ... At least 70 Rear wheel load at unladen weight 298 lbs 135 kg Permissible rear wheel load max 701 lbs max 318 kg Permissible rear wheel imbalance max 1 6 oz max 45 g 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 11 180 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 183: ... 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 Battery capacity 16 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8D J Electrode gap of spark plug 0 03 0 01 in 0 8 0 1 mm New 0 04 in 1 0 mm Wear limit 11 181 z Technical data ProCarM...

Page 184: ... 5 W with Pro HeadlightOE Lighting rings integrated into headlight Bulb for taillight brake light LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators front LED Bulbs for flashing turn indicators rear LED Alarm system Activation time Approx 30 s Alarm duration Approx 26 s Battery type CR 123 A 11 182 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 185: ...atOE 29 9 30 7 in 760 780 mm without rider at un laden weight with high rider s seatOE 32 7 33 5 in 830 850 mm without rider at un laden weight Rider s inside leg arc heel to heel 71 3 72 8 in 1810 1850 mm without rider at unladen weight with low rider s seatOE 68 5 70 1 in 1740 1780 mm without rider at unladen weight with high rider s seatOE 73 8 75 4 in 1875 1915 mm without rider at unladen weig...

Page 186: ...tion tank 90 full incl case without OE Permissible gross weight 1091 lbs 495 kg Maximum payload 483 lbs 219 kg without OE Performance data Start off capacity on uphill grades with permissi ble total weight 20 Top speed 124 mph 200 km h 11 184 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 187: ...s 186 BMW Motorrad Service 187 BMW Motorrad Mobility Services 187 Maintenance procedures 187 BMW Service 188 Maintenance schedule 191 Confirmation of maintenance work 192 Confirmation of service 206 12 185 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 188: ... 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 You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hotline on 1 888 327 4236 Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired 1 800 424 9153 for free by visiting the website at http www safercar gov ...

Page 189: ...he 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 claims sub mitted after the warranty period has expired goodwill You can obtain information on the contents of the BMW Ser vices from your BMW Motorrad retailer BMW Motorrad Mobility Services The ...

Page 190: ...y 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 reading is reached be fore the next service date service must be performed sooner The service display in the multi function display reminds you of the next service date approx one month or 620 mls 1000 km b...

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Page 193: ...bevel gear 5 Check valve clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Replacing air cleaner insert 8 Change brake fluid in en tire system a annually or every 6000 miles whichever comes first b annually or every 12000 miles whichever comes first c for the first time after one year then every two years 12 191 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 194: ...sks 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 coolant level Checking side stand for ease of movement Checking the center stand for ease of movement Check the tire tread depth and tire pressure Checking the lighting and signal system Functional check for engine starting suppression Final ins...

Page 195: ...livery 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 12 193 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 196: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 194 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 197: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 195 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 198: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 196 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 199: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 197 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 200: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 198 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 201: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 199 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 202: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 200 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 203: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 201 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 204: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 202 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 205: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 203 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 206: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 204 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 207: ... reading Stamp 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 element Changing brake fluid in entire system Information 12 205 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 208: ...ce 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 12 206 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 211: ...Appendix Certificate for Electronic Immobi lizer 210 Certificate for Remote Key 212 Certificate for Keyless Ride 216 Certificate for Tyre Pressure Con trol 218 13 209 z Appendix ProCarManuals com ...

Page 212: ...th Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful inter ference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment ProCa...

Page 213: ...es règles de la FCC Son utilisation est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes 1 Le dispositif ne doit pas produire d interférences nuisibles et 2 le dispositif doit pouvoir accepter toutes les interférences extérieures y compris celles qui pourraient provoquer une activation inopportune Toute modification qui n aurait pas été approuvée expressément par l organisme responsa ble de l homologation pe...

Page 214: ...en grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet Eesti Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S p A seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele English Hereby Meta System S p A declares that this PF240009 is in compliance with the essential requirements and ot...

Page 215: ...aruoja kad šis PF240009 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Nederlands Hierbij verklaart Meta System S p A dat het toestel PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Malti Hawnhekk Meta System S p A jiddikjara li dan PF240009 jikkonforma mal ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn releva...

Page 216: ...amgår av direktiv 1999 5 EG Íslenska Hér með lýsir Meta System S p A yfir því að PF240009 er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999 5 EC Norsk Meta System S p A erklærer herved at utstyret PF240009 er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF USA Canada Product name TX BMW MR FCC ID P3O98400 IC 4429A TXBMWMR This device com...

Page 217: ...ch 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 Health Safety art 3 1 EN 60950 1 EMC art 3 2 ETSI EN 301 489 1 3 Spectrum ETSI EN 300 220 2 Human exposure EN 62311 According to Directive 1999 5 CE Reggio Emilia 14 07 2010 Technical Director Lasagn...

Page 218: ...including interference that may cause undesired operation USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon...

Page 219: ... V1 4 1 08 2002 Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters ERM Electromagnetic compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 3 Specific conditions for short range devices SRD operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and 40 GHz 3 Means of the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum article 3 2 EN 300 220 1 2 V2 4 1 05 2012 electromagnetic compatibility and radio...

Page 220: ...radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement WARNING Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void ...

Page 221: ...s 145 Removing 146 Technical data 181 Warning for battery charging voltage 33 Warning for battery voltage low 32 Brake fluid Checking fluid level at rear 124 Checking front fluid level 123 Front reservoir 13 Rear reservoir 13 Brake pads Breaking in 96 Check front 122 Check rear 122 Brakes ABS Pro in detail 108 ABS Pro dependent on riding mode 98 Adjusting handlebar lever 84 Checking operation 121 ...

Page 222: ...l system Technical Data 181 Emergency on off switch kill switch 16 Operating 51 Engine Starting 92 Technical Data 174 Warning light for electronic engine management 30 Engine oil Checking level 120 Filling location 13 Oil dipstick 13 Oil level indicator 39 Technical Data 173 Topping up 121 Warning for engine oil level 30 Equipment 7 ESA Control 15 Operating 61 Technology in detail 110 F Frame Tech...

Page 223: ...ng 83 Ambient light photosensor 17 Overview 17 J Jump start 143 K Keyless Ride Battery of radio operated key is drained 49 EWS Electronic immobilizer 48 If radio key is lost 48 Locking handlebars 46 Switch off ignition 47 Switching on ignition 47 Unlocking fuel filler cap 101 102 Warning indicator 29 Keys 44 46 L Lights Control 15 Headlight flasher 52 High beam headlight 52 Lowbeam headlamp 52 Par...

Page 224: ... on motorcycle 13 Onboard tool kit Contents 118 Position on vehicle 14 Overview of warning indicators 25 Overviews Indicator and warning lights 20 Instrument cluster 17 Left side of vehicle 11 Left side multifunction switch 15 Multifunction display 23 Right side of motorcycle 13 Right hand multifunction switch 16 Underneath seat 14 P Passenger seat Installing 73 74 Removing 73 Performance data Tec...

Page 225: ...ment Operating 75 Position on motorcycle 13 Position on vehicle 11 Suspension Technical Data 177 Switching off 99 Symbols Meaning 21 T Tachometer 17 Technical data Alarm system 182 Battery 181 Brakes 178 Bulbs 182 Clutch 175 Dimensions 183 Electrical system 181 Engine 174 Engine oil 173 Frame 176 Fuel 173 Performance data 184 Rear wheel drive 176 Spark plugs 181 Standards 7 Suspension 177 Transmis...

Page 226: ...b defective 31 Central locking 37 Coolant temperature 30 Display 24 Electronic engine management 30 Engine oil level 30 Fuel reserve 38 Immobilizer 29 Outside temperature warning 29 Overview 20 Service 38 The gear has not been programmed 37 TPC RDC 33 Undervoltage 32 Weights Technical Data 184 Wheels Check wheel rims 128 Checking wheel rims 128 Install front wheel 133 Installing rear wheel 136 Rem...

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Page 228: ...imensions 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 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich Germany Reprints and duplication of this work in whole or part are pro hibited without the express writ ten approval of BMW Motorrad Aftersales O...

Page 229: ... 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 information on all aspects of your motorcycle at bmw motorrad com BMW recommends Order No 01 40 8 358 117 04 2016 6th edition 07 01408358117 01408358117 01408358117 ProCarManuals com ...

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