BMW Motorrad G 650 X Challenge 2006 Rider'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...BMW Motorrad K15_Country_Titel fm Seite 9 Montag 6 November 2006 4 06 16 The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider s Manual G 650 Xcountry ProCarManuals com ...

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

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

Page 4: ...0 Warnings general 20 ABS warningsOE 23 4 Operation 27 Ignition switch and steering lock 28 Multifunction display 28 Emergency off switch kill switch 31 Lights 31 Headlight 32 Turn indicators 33 Seat 33 Mirrors 35 BMW Motorrad ABSOE 35 Suspension settings 36 Spring preload 37 Damping 38 Tyres 38 5 Riding 41 Safety instructions 42 Checklist 44 Starting 44 Running in 46 Park your motorcycle 47 Refue...

Page 5: ...eshooting chart 100 Threaded fasteners 101 Engine 103 Riding specifications 105 Clutch 105 Transmission 105 Rear wheel drive 106 Running gear 106 Brakes 107 Wheels and tyres 107 Electrics 109 Frame 110 Dimensions 111 Weights 111 10 Service 113 BMW Motorrad service 114 BMW Motorrad service quality 114 BMW Motorrad Service Card on the spot breakdown assistance 115 BMW Motorrad service network 115 Ma...

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

Page 8: ...age Specific instructions on how to operate control adjust or look after items of equipment on the motorcycle Indicates the end of an item of information Instruction Result of an activity Reference to a page with more detailed in formation Indicates the end of a passage relating to specific accessories or items of equipment Tightening torque Item of technical data OE Optional extra Your motorcycle...

Page 9: ...and power ratings stated in the Rider s Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the tolerance require ments of the Deutsche Institut für Normung e V Versions for individual countries may differ Currency The high safety and quality standards of BMW motor cycles are maintained by con stant development work on designs equipment and ac cessories Because of this your motorcycle may differ fr...

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Page 11: ... views General views General view left side 11 General view right side 13 Underneath the seat 14 Handlebar fitting left 15 Handlebar fitting right 16 Instrument cluster 17 2 9 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 13: ...General view left side 1 Adjuster spring preload rear 37 2 Power socketOE 56 3 Adjuster damping rear 38 4 Indicator for coolant level 67 2 11 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 15: ...eneral view right side 1 Seat lock 33 2 Filler neck fuel 48 3 Brake fluid reservoir front 66 4 ABS fuses behind the side panelOE 82 5 Brake fluid reservoir rear 67 2 13 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 16: ...Underneath the seat 1 Rider s Manual 2 Toolkit 60 3 Fuse box 81 4 Oil dipstick and filler neck for engine oil 61 2 14 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 17: ...Handlebar fitting left 1 Headlight flasher button 2 ABS buttonOE 35 3 Turn indicators 33 4 Horn button 5 Light switch 32 2 15 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 18: ...Handlebar fitting right 1 Emergency off switch kill switch 31 2 Starter button 44 2 16 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

Page 19: ...Instrument cluster 1 Set the clock 29 Reset the tripmeter 29 2 Warning and telltale lights 20 3 Multifunction display 20 4 Select readings 28 2 17 z General views ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 21: ...Status indicators Status indicators Multifunction display 20 Warning and telltale lights 20 Warnings general 20 ABS warningsOE 23 3 19 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 22: ... light right turn indicator 3 Telltale light neutral 4 Telltale light high beam headlight 5 Warning light fuel down to reserve 22 6 ABS warning lightOE 23 7 Warning light coolant temperature 23 8 Warning light engine oil pressure 22 Warnings general Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the appropriate warning lights 3 20 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 23: ...Warnings overview Meaning Lights up Fuel down to reserve 22 Lights up Insufficient engine oil pressure 22 Lights up Coolant temperature too high 23 3 21 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 24: ...gauge The only way of checking whether the oil level is correct is to check with the oil dipstick A low oil level is one reason why a warning indicating in sufficient oil pressure is is sued Checking engine oil level 61 If the oil level is too low Top up the engine oil 63 If the warning indicating in sufficient engine oil level is issued and a check indicates that the engine oil level is cor rect ...

Page 25: ...quickly as possible by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Insufficient cooling If possible ride in the part load range to cool down the engine In traffic jams switch off the engine but leave the igni tion switched on so that the radiator fan continues to op erate If the coolant temperature is frequently too high have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a spe...

Page 26: ...Warnings overview Meaning Flashes Self diagnosis not completed 25 Lights up ABS switched off 25 Lights up ABS fault 25 3 24 z Status indicators ProCarManuals com ...

Page 27: ...g light ON The rider has switched off the ABS system with OE BMW Motorrad ABS Activate the ABS function 36 ABS fault ABS warning light ON The ABS control unit has de tected a fault The ABS func tion is not available You can continue to ride Bear in mind that the ABS function is not available Bear in mind the more de tailed information on situ ations that can lead to an ABS fault 52 Have the fault ...

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Page 29: ...g lock 28 Multifunction display 28 Emergency off switch kill switch 31 Lights 31 Headlight 32 Turn indicators 33 Seat 33 Mirrors 35 BMW Motorrad ABSOE 35 Suspension settings 36 Spring preload 37 Damping 38 Tyres 38 4 27 z Operation ProCarManuals com ...

Page 30: ...BMW Motorrad ABS Turn the key to position 1 ABS self diagnosis is performed in addition to the checks outlined above 46 Switching off ignition Turn the key to position 2 Lights switched off Handlebars not locked Key can be removed Locking handlebars Turning handlebars all the way to the left Turn the key to position 3 while moving the handlebars slightly Ignition lights and all func tion circuits ...

Page 31: ...tarts with the current value and each time the button is pressed it moves one step through the following sequence Odometer ODO Tripmeter 1 Trip I Tripmeter 2 Trip II Clock Battery voltage Resetting tripmeter Switch on the ignition Select the desired tripmeter Press and hold down but ton 1 The tripmeter is reset to zero Setting clock Switch on the ignition You can make this ad justment only when th...

Page 32: ...ding 4 shows Press button 1 The minutes reading incre ments by one each time you press the button Press button 2 The minutes reading decre ments by one each time you press the button When the minutes reading is correct wait briefly The clock is now set and the time appears on the dis play The procedure is also ter minated if speed is greater than zero Battery voltage The battery voltage read ing 1...

Page 33: ... engine switched off You cannot start the engine unless the kill switch is in the run position Lights Side light The side lights switch on automatically when the ignition is switched on The side lights place a strain on the battery Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary Low beam headlight The low beam headlight switches on automatically when the ignition is switched on ...

Page 34: ...s asymmetric low beam head light will tend to dazzle on coming traffic Have the headlight set accordingly by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Headlight beam throw and spring preload Headlight beam throw is gen erally kept constant when spring preload is adjusted to suit load Spring preload adjustment might not suffice only if the motorcycle is very heavily loaded ...

Page 35: ... Left hand turn indicators switched on Telltale light for left hand turn indicators flashes Push the turn indicator but ton to the right Right hand turn indicators switched on Telltale light for right hand turn indicator flashes Push the turn indicator but ton forward Flashing turn indicators switched off Turn indicator telltale light is off Seat Removing seat Make sure the ground is level and fir...

Page 36: ...on left and right are in front of left and right holders 4 If too much pressure is applied in the forward direction there is a danger that the motorcycle will be pushed off its stand Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Lower seat 2 into position and push it forward as far as it will go Firmly press down on the seat at the rear The seat engages with an audible click ...

Page 37: ...t it does not move out of position Union nut mirror 20 Nm BMW Motorrad ABSOE Deactivatable ABS Under certain circumstances it can be best to dispense with ABS when you right on loose surfaces Consequently you have the option of temporarily deactivating this motorcycle s ABS function Note the detailed descrip tion of the ABS system which starts on page 50 Deactivating ABS function Switch on the ign...

Page 38: ...When the ABS warning light goes out release the ABS button within five seconds The ABS warning light re mains off If ABS self diagnosis did not complete the ABS warning light continues to flash The ABS function is activ ated Instead of pressing the ABS button you have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again If you switch the ignition off then on again and the ABS light comes bac...

Page 39: ...e the motorcycle is being ridden can lead to acci dents Do not attempt to adjust spring preload unless the motorcycle is at a standstill Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Note that there is a danger of coming into contact with the hot exhaust silencer when you turn the knob Allow the silencer to cool Adjust spring preload by turning knob 1 If you want to ...

Page 40: ... and place the motorcycle on its stand Adjust damping by turning nut 1 If you want to increase damping turn nut 1 in direction A If you want to reduce damping turn nut 1 in direction B Damping Turn the bottom knob as far as it will go in the A direction then back it off 13 clicks in the B direc tion Full load of fuel with rider 85 kg Tyres Checking tyre pressures Incorrect tyre pressures impair th...

Page 41: ...g to the rear tyre and make sure that the cap is screwed on firmly Incorrect tyre pressure reduces the operating life of the tyres Always check that the tyre pressures are correct Check tyre pressures against the data below Tyre pressure front 1 9 bar one up tyre cold 2 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 1 bar one up tyre cold 2 3 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold...

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Page 43: ...ng Riding Safety instructions 42 Checklist 44 Starting 44 Running in 46 Park your motorcycle 47 Refuelling 48 Brake system general 49 Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABSOE 50 5 41 z Riding ProCarManuals com ...

Page 44: ...ading and imbal anced loads can ad versely affect the motorcycle s handling Do not exceed the permiss ible gross weight and be sure to comply with the instruc tions on loading Alcohol and drugs Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs will ad versely affect your percep tion and your ability to as sess situations and make de cisions and slow down your reflexes Medication can ex acerbate these effects...

Page 45: ... e g hay leaves grass clothing and luggage etc could ignite if allowed to come into contact with the hot exhaust pipe Do not permit flammable ma terials to come into contact with the hot exhaust system Cooling would be inadequate if the engine were allowed to idle for a lengthy period with the motorcycle at a standstill overheating would result In extreme cases the motorcycle could catch fire Do n...

Page 46: ...ing stop Starting Side stand You cannot start the motor cycle with the side stand ex tended and a gear engaged The engine will switch itself off if you start it with the gearbox in neutral and then engage a gear before retracting the side stand Gearbox You can start the engine when the gearbox is in neutral or if you pull the clutch with a gear engaged Starting engine Kill switch in operating posi...

Page 47: ... when starting the engine At ambient tem peratures below 0 C disen gage the clutch after switch ing on the ignition If the engine fails to start even though the starter turns insufficient battery voltage might be causing the problem Recharge the battery before you start the engine or use jump leads and a donor battery to start The engine starts Consult the troubleshooting chart below if the engine...

Page 48: ... metres for the wheel sensors to be tested Phase 1 Test of the diagnosis com patible system components with the motorcycle at a standstill ABS warning light flashes Phase 2 Test of the wheel sensors as the motorcycle pulls away from rest ABS warning light flashes ABS self diagnosis completed The ABS warning light goes out If an indicator showing an ABS fault appears when ABS self diagnosis complet...

Page 49: ...g greater pressure on the levers New brake pads can ex tend stopping distance by a significant margin Apply the brakes in good time Tyres New tyres have a smooth surface This must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in This running in procedure is essential if the tyres are to achieve maximum grip Tyres do not have their full grip when new a...

Page 50: ...orcycle should always face uphill select 1st gear Removing motorcycle from side stand Unlock the steering lock Switch on the ignition From the left grip the handlebars with both hands Pull the handbrake lever Swing your right leg over the seat and lift the motor cycle to the upright position Hold the motorcycle upright and balanced An extended side stand can catch on the ground when the motorcycle...

Page 51: ...eaded Usable fuel capacity 10 l Reserve fuel 2 l Place the fuel tank cap in position in the filler neck Close the fuel tank cap with the ignition key by turning it clockwise Brake system general Descending mountain passes There is a danger of the brakes fading if you use only the rear brakes when descending mountain passes Under extreme conditions the brakes could overheat and suffer severe damage...

Page 52: ...ood time until the brakes have been cleaned The brake pads will wear more rapidly if you ride frequently on unsurfaced tracks or poor roads Check the thickness of the brake pads more frequently and replace the brake pads in good time Brake system with BMW Motorrad ABSOE How does ABS work The amount of braking force that can be transferred to the road depends on factors hat include the coefficient ...

Page 53: ...rce accordingly to achieve optimum braking How can stopping distance be minimised Each time the brakes are applied a load distribution shift takes place with the load shifting forward from the rear to the front wheel The sharper the motorcycle decelerates the more load is shifted to the front wheel The higher the wheel load the more braking force can be transmitted without the wheel locking To opt...

Page 54: ...ntrol cannot be relied on in all circumstances to prevent the rear wheel from lifting clear of the ground What is the design baseline for BMW Motorrad ABS Within the limits imposed by physics BMW Motorrad ABS ensures directional stabil ity on any surface The sys tem is not optimised for spe cial requirements that apply under extreme competitive situations off road or on the track Special situation...

Page 55: ... conditions as outlined above you can reactivate the ABS function by switching the igni tion off and on again What significance devolves on regular maintenance Invariably a technical system cannot perform beyond the abilities dictated by its level of maintenance In order to ensure that the BMW Motorrad ABS is always maintained in optimum condi tion it is essential for you to comply strictly with t...

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Page 57: ...Accessories Accessories General instructions 56 Power socketOE 56 6 55 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

Page 58: ...constitut ing a safety hazard Country specific official authorisa tion does not suffice as as surance Tests conducted by these instances cannot make provision for all operat ing conditions experienced by BMW motorcycles and con sequently they are not suffi cient in some circumstances Use only parts and accessor ies approved by BMW for your motorcycle Whenever you are planning modifications comply ...

Page 59: ...st be routed in such a way that they Do not impede the rider Do not restrict or obstruct the steering angle and handling characteristics Cannot be trapped Incorrectly routed cables can impede the rider Route the cables as described above 6 57 z Accessories ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 61: ...kit 60 Engine oil 61 Brake system general 63 Brake pads 64 Brake fluid 66 Coolant 67 Clutch 69 Tyres 70 Rims 70 Chain 71 Wheels 72 Auxiliary stand 78 Front wheel stand 79 Fuses 81 Bulbs 82 Jump starting 89 Battery 90 7 59 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 62: ...rk in the Repair Manual on CD DVD ROM RepROM for your motor cycle which is available from your authorised BMW Motor rad dealer Toolkit Standard on board toolkit 1 Fuse puller Replacing fuses 2 Open ended spanner w f 8 10 Adjusting chain tension 3 Open ended spanner w f 14 Adjusting mirror arm 4 Open ended spanner w f 15 Adjusting mirror arm 5 Screwdriver handle Holder for screwdriver blade 6 Allen...

Page 63: ...holder Adapters to accommodate all tools 2 1 4 bits Star head Plain tip Adapter 1 4 hex to 1 4 square 2x socket wrench insert removing and installing front wheel Allen key 3 mm replacing headlight bulb Allen key 4 mm removing and installing fairing Allen key 6 mm adjusting headlight beam throw 3 Ring spanner w f 27 Removing and installing wheels 4 Electric torch LED bulb 5 3x socket Adjusting chai...

Page 64: ...ngine is at operating temperature and hold the motorcycle upright Allow the engine to idle until the fan starts up then allow it to idle one minute longer Switch off the engine Wipe the area around the oil filler neck clean Remove oil filler cap 1 by turning it counter clock wise Use a dry cloth to wipe oil dipstick 2 clean Install the oil dipstick Remove the oil dipstick and check the oil level E...

Page 65: ...ystem A fully functional brake sys tem is a basic requirement for the road safety of your motor cycle Do not ride the motorcycle if you have any doubts about the dependability of the brake system Under these circumstances have the brake system checked by a specialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Incorrect working prac tices endanger the reli ability of the brakes Have all ...

Page 66: ...not permit the brake pads to wear past the minim um permissible thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Visually inspect the brake pads to ascertain their thickness Viewing direction Above the wheel axle between wheel and fork tube toward the brake caliper Brake pad wear limit front 1 mm Friction pad only without backing plate The wear indicators groo...

Page 67: ...r past the minim um permissible thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Visually inspect rear brake pads 1 from behind to as certain their thickness Brake pad wear limit rear 1 mm Friction pad only without backing plate The wear indicators must be clearly visible If the wear indicating marks are no longer visible Have the brake pads re placed by a spe...

Page 68: ...andlebars to the straight ahead position Check the brake fluid level in front reservoir 1 Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink Brake fluid level front DOT4 brake fluid Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark Brake fluid reservoir horizontal If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level Have the defect rectified as quickly as...

Page 69: ...es the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink Brake fluid level rear DOT4 brake fluid Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark Brake fluid reservoir horizontal If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Coolant Checking coolant level Make s...

Page 70: ...k the advice of a spe cialist workshop preferably an authorised BMW Motor rad dealer Topping up coolant Remove the seat 33 Remove screw 1 Remove screws 2 Work the side panel down to remove Open cap of the expansion tank for coolant 1 Top up the coolant to the specified level Close the cap of the expan sion tank for coolant 7 68 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 71: ...ew 1 Install the seat 34 Clutch Checking clutch lever play Pull the clutch lever until resistance is perceptible Measure clutch lever play A Clutch lever play 1 2 mm Clutch lever play is out of tol erance Adjust the clutch 70 7 69 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 72: ...vel and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Measure the tyre tread depth in the main tread grooves with wear marks Tyres have wear indic ators integrated into the main tread grooves The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn down to the level of the marks The loca tions of the marks are indic ated on the edge of the tyre e g by the letters TI TWI or by an arrow If the tyre tread no l...

Page 73: ...acken quick release axle nut 1 Slacken locknuts 2 on left and right by turning them counter clockwise Use adjusting screws 3 on left and right to adjust chain tension Turning screws clockwise reduces chain tension Turning screws counter clockwise increases chain tension Check chain tension 71 Make sure that scale read ings 4 are the same on left and right Tighten locknuts 2 on left and right by tu...

Page 74: ...mended tyres For each size of tyre BMW Motorrad tests and classifies as roadworthy certain makes BMW Motorrad cannot as sess the suitability or provide any guarantee of road safety for other tyres BMW Motorrad recommends using only tyres tested by BMW Motorrad You can obtain detailed in formation from your author ised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at www bmw motorrad com Removing front wh...

Page 75: ...he brake pads be ing pressed together to the extent that they cannot be slipped back over the brake disc on reassembly Do not operate the handbrake lever when the brake calipers have been removed Roll the front wheel clear of the forks Remove spacer sleeve 7 Install the front wheel Threaded fasteners not tightened to the spe cified torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage Always ha...

Page 76: ...rks making sure that the brake disc passes between the brake pads Install axle 5 Tighten axle screw 3 to the specified torque if neces sary use a screwdriver to counter hold at the right hand side Nut on quick release axle front 80 Nm Without operating the brakes firmly compress the forks and release repeat the procedure several times Tighten left axle clamping screws 2 to the specified tightening...

Page 77: ... in the holder and install screw 1 of the ABS sensor Firmly pull the brake lever several times to seat the brake pads against the brake disc Remove the auxiliary stand Remove the rear wheel Fit the auxiliary stand 78 Remove screws 1 Remove screw 3 of the speed sensor and remove speed sensor from the holder 7 75 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 78: ...s clear of the swinging arm The sprocket and the spacer sleeves on left and right are loose fits in the wheel Make sure that these parts are not damaged or lost on removal Installing rear wheel Threaded fasteners not tightened to the spe cified torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop prefer ably an authoris...

Page 79: ...m and in stall quick release axle 8 in the brake caliper and the rear wheel Make sure that the axle fits into the recess of the ad justing plate Install right adjusting plate 7 Install quick release axle nut 4 but do not tighten it at this point Seat the speed sensor in the holder and install 7 77 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 80: ...ary stand from your authorised BMW Motor rad dealer Fitting auxiliary stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Use the auxiliary stand with the number 001631 and the H adapter with the num ber 001639 With the lifting lever to the left slip the auxiliary stand into position underneath the motorcycle between the side stand and the rear wheel On the left hand...

Page 81: ...heel stand Use A front wheel stand for simple safe changing of the front wheel is available from BMW Motorrad You can obtain the front wheel stand from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer Fitting front wheel stand The BMW Motorrad front wheel stand is not designed to support motorcycles not fitted with a centre stand or without other auxiliary stands A motorcycle resting only on the front wheel st...

Page 82: ...t Centre the front wheel stand relative to the front wheel and push it against the front axle Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are se curely seated Tighten adjusting screws 1 If the front of the motor cycle is raised too far the auxiliary stand will lift clear of the ground and the mo torcycle could topple to one side When raising the motorcycle make sure that the auxiliary stand r...

Page 83: ...ve the seat 33 Switch off the ignition Push latching lever 1 and open the fuse cover Check the fuse assignment diagram and pull the defect ive fuse up and out of the fuse box Fuse assignment A ABS OE 10 A B Engine management control unit 15 A C Low beam headlight 7 5 A D Brake light horn instru ment cluster diagnosis plug 7 5 A E Side light number plate light headlight flash er high beam headlight...

Page 84: ... 20 A Installing ABS fusesOE Remove the defective fuse and replace it with a fuse of the correct amperage rat ing Installing right side panel 93 Bulbs General instructions A defective bulb places your safety at risk be cause it is easier for other users to oversee you and your motorcycle Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible The bulb is ...

Page 85: ...pple in the course of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Switch off the ignition While holding the headlight remove three screws 1 Remove cover 2 and lift the headlight out of the hous ing Disconnect plugs 1 2 and 3 Replacing low beam and high beam headlight ...

Page 86: ...using Replace the defective bulb Bulb of low beam and high beam headlight H4 12 V 55 60 W Insert bulb 3 into the head light housing Close and lock spring clips 2 Position the rubber cap 1 on the headlight housing and push it into place Install the headlight 84 Installing headlight Switch off the ignition 7 84 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 87: ...e of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Removing headlight 83 Remove rubber cap 1 Pull bulb socket 2 out of the headlight housing Press bulb 3 into fitting 4 and remove by turning it counter clockwise Replace the defective bulb 7 85 z Maintenance ProCarManual...

Page 88: ...d push it into place Install the headlight 84 Replacing turn indicator bulbs front and rear If it is not standing firmly the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Remove screw 1 7 86 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 89: ...using Replace the defective bulb Front flashing turn in dicator bulbs RY10W 12 V 10 W Rear flashing turn in dicator bulbs RY10W 12 V 10 W Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install it in the bulb housing Working from the inboard side insert the glass into the bulb housing and close the housing Install screw 1 7 87 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 90: ...motorcycle is stable and firmly supported Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand Pull bulb holder 1 out of the light carrier Pull bulb 2 out of socket 3 Replace the defective bulb Bulb of number plate light W5W 12 V 5 W Insert bulb 2 into socket 3 Seat bulb holder 1 in the light carrier 7 88 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 91: ...sult if the crocodile clips of the jump leads are accident ally brought into contact with the motorcycle Use only jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends Jump starting with a donor battery voltage higher than 12 V can damage the vehicle electronics Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V Removing right side panel 92 When jump startin...

Page 92: ...om the negative terminal and the ground point first then disconnect the second jump lead from positive ter minal 3 Do not use proprietary start assist sprays or other products to start the engine Installing right side panel 93 Battery Maintenance instructions Correct upkeep recharging and storage will prolong the life of the battery and are es sential if warranty claims are to be considered Compli...

Page 93: ...If a battery has discharged to the extent that it is completely flat it has to be disconnected from the on board circuits and charged with the char ger connected directly to the battery posts Charge via the power sock et OE with the battery connected to the motor cycle s on board electrical system Comply with the operating instructions of the charger Charging battery when disconnected Charge the b...

Page 94: ... battery Installation in the wrong sequence increases the risk of short circuits Always proceed in the correct sequence Connect battery positive lead 3 first The connect battery negat ive lead 4 Install battery 2 negative terminal first Engage retaining strap 1 Installing right side panel 93 Set the clock 29 Removing right side panel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle ...

Page 95: ...33 Remove screw 1 Remove screws 2 Work the side panel down to remove Installing right side panel Seat the side panel in mounts 3 Install screws 2 Install screw 1 Install the seat 34 7 93 z Maintenance ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 97: ...re Care products 96 Washing motorcycle 96 Cleaning easily damaged components 97 Paint care 97 Protective wax coating 98 Laying up the motorcycle 98 Restoring motorcycle to use 98 8 95 z Care ProCarManuals com ...

Page 98: ...ts prior to washing the motorcycle To prevent stains do not wash the motorcycle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sunlight and do not wash it in the sun Make sure that the motor cycle is washed frequently especially during the winter months To remove road salt clean the motorcycle with cold wa ter immediately after every trip After the motorcycle has been washed ridden through water ...

Page 99: ...o to clean chrome particularly if it has been exposed to road salt Use chrome polish for additional treatment Radiator Clean the radiator regularly to prevent overheating of the en gine due to inadequate cool ing For example use a garden hose with low water pressure Cooling fins can be bent easily Take care not to bend the fins when cleaning the radiator Rubber Treat rubber components with water o...

Page 100: ...thetic wax It is time to rewax the paint work when water puddles on the surface instead of forming beads Laying up the motorcycle Clean the motorcycle Remove the battery Spray the brake and clutch lever pivots the side stand pivots and the centre stand pivots if the motorcycle is fitted with a centre stand with a suitable lubricant Coat bright metal and chrome plated parts with an acid free grease...

Page 101: ... 100 Threaded fasteners 101 Engine 103 Riding specifications 105 Clutch 105 Transmission 105 Rear wheel drive 106 Running gear 106 Brakes 107 Wheels and tyres 107 Electrics 109 Frame 110 Dimensions 111 Weights 111 9 99 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 102: ...d Kill switch in operating position run Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand 44 Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever 44 No fuel in tank Refuelling 48 Battery not adequately charged Charge the battery when connected 91 9 100 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 103: ...t on quick release axle front M20 x 1 25 80 Nm Front axle retainer M6 10 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Nut on quick release axle rear M20 x 1 25 80 Nm Locknut of the final drive chain tensioning screw M8 25 Nm 9 101 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 104: ...Mirror arm Value Valid Union nut mirror 20 Nm Clamping screw mirror to handlebar fitting 21 Nm 9 102 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 105: ...ed gearbox and dry sump lubrication Effective displacement 652 cm3 Cylinder bore 100 mm Piston stroke 83 mm Compression ratio 11 5 1 Nominal output 39 kW at engine speed 7500 min 1 Maximum torque 60 Nm at engine speed 5250 min 1 Maximum engine speed 7500 min 1 Idle speed 1480 min 1 Fuel Recommended fuel grade 95 ROZ RON Super unleaded Usable fuel capacity 10 l Reserve fuel 2 l 9 103 z Technical da...

Page 106: ...tives because they can have a detri mental effect on clutch operation BMW Mo torrad recommends not using synthetic oils for the first 10 000 km Please do not hesit ate to contact your authorised BMW Motor rad dealer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle Permissible viscosity classes SAE 10 W 40 20 C Operation at low temperatures SAE 15 W 40 10 C...

Page 107: ...ransmission Gearbox type claw shift 5 speed gearbox Gearbox transmission ratios 1 946 37 72 teeth Primary transmission ra tio 2 750 12 33 teeth 1st gear 1 750 16 28 teeth 2nd gear 1 313 16 21 teeth 3rd gear 1 045 22 23 teeth 4th gear 0 875 24 21 teeth 5th gear 9 105 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 108: ...2 9 16 47 teeth Running gear Front suspension Upside down telescopic fork Front suspension spring travel 240 mm At wheel Rear suspension type Directly pivot mounted central spring strut with coil spring and single tube gas filled shock absorber Total spring travel at rear wheel 210 mm At wheel 9 106 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 109: ... Hydraulically operated single disc brake with 1 piston floating caliper and fixed disc Brake pad material rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Front wheel type Spoked wheel Front wheel rim size 2 50 x 19 Tyre designation front 100 90 19 Rear wheel type Spoked wheel Rear wheel rim size 3 00 x 17 Tyre designation rear 130 80 17 9 107 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 110: ... to date list of approved tyres from your au thorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at www bmw motorrad com Tyre pressures Tyre pressure front 1 9 bar one up tyre cold 2 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 1 bar one up tyre cold 2 3 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold 9 108 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 111: ...n Minifuses with ratings of 10 A 20 A and 30 A Battery Battery designation ETZ 10 S Battery type AGM Absorptive Glass Mat battery Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 10 Ah Spark plugs Spark plug manufacturer and designation NGK DR8 EB Spark plug electrode gap 0 6 0 7 mm When new 0 9 mm Wear limit 9 109 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 112: ...dicator bulbs RY10W 12 V 10 W Rear flashing turn indicator bulbs RY10W 12 V 10 W Bulb of number plate light W5W 12 V 5 W Frame Frame type Bridge type steel frame load bearing drive unit and bolt on rear frame Type plate location Front frame right VIN location Front frame right 9 110 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

Page 113: ... with mirrors Width of motorcycle 907 mm Across mirrors Front seat height 865 mm Without rider at unladen weight Weights Unladen weight 160 kg DIN unladen weight ready for road 90 load of fuel without optional extras Permissible gross weight 335 kg Maximum payload 175 kg 9 111 z Technical data ProCarManuals com ...

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Page 115: ...vice quality 114 BMW Motorrad Service Card on the spot breakdown assistance 115 BMW Motorrad service network 115 Maintenance work 115 Maintenance schedules 116 Confirmation of maintenance work 117 Confirmation of service 122 10 113 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 116: ...sed BMW Motorrad dealer if you have questions regarding your mo torcycle BMW Motorrad service quality Along with its reputation for engineering quality and high reliability BMW Motorrad is a byword for excellent quality of service To ensure that your BMW is always in optimum condition BMW Motorrad recommends that you have the mainten ance work required for your motorcycle carried out reg ularly pr...

Page 117: ...ice network BMW Motorrad has an ex tensive after sales service network in place to look after you and your motorcycle in more than 100 countries In Germany alone you have the best possible access to ap proximately 200 authorised BMW Motorrad dealers All information concerning the international dealership network can be found in the brochures entitled Service Contact Europe and Service Contact Afri...

Page 118: ...000 km 40 000 km 60 000 km 80 000 km etc if this distance is covered within a year Maintenance schedules The maintenance schedule for your motorcycle depends on the equipment fitted and on the motorcycle s age and the distance it has covered Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply a copy of the current mainten ance schedule for your motor cycle on request 10 116 z Service ProCa...

Page 119: ...eck Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Date stamp signature BMW Running in Check Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 117 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 120: ...Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 118 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 121: ...Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 119 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 122: ...Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 120 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 123: ...Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature BMW Service BMW Annual In spection BMW Service BMW Inspection Carried out in accord ance with manufacturer s instructions Odometer reading Brake fluid new Date stamp signature 10 121 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 124: ... The table is intended as a record of maintenance warranty and repair work the installation of optional accessories and if appropriate special campaign recall work Item Odometer reading Date 10 122 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 125: ...Item Odometer reading Date 10 123 z Service ProCarManuals com ...

Page 126: ...ng operation 63 Safety instructions 49 Technical data 107 Bulbs General instructions 82 Removing headlight 83 Replacing front turn indicator bulb 86 Replacing high beam headlight bulb 83 Replacing low beam headlight bulb 83 Replacing number plate light 88 Replacing rear turn indicator bulb 86 Replacing side light bulb 85 Technical data 110 C Care 95 Checklist 44 Cleaning 95 Clock Adjusting 29 Clut...

Page 127: ...llation 82 Removal 81 H Handlebar fittings General view left side 15 General view right side 16 Headlight Adjustment for driving on left driving on right 32 Beam throw 32 Headlight flasher 15 High beam headlight 15 Horn 15 I Ignition Switching off 28 Switching on 28 J Jump starting 89 K Keys 28 L Laying up 98 Lights Headlight flasher 32 High beam headlight 32 Low beam headlight 31 Side light 31 M ...

Page 128: ...load Adjusting 36 Adjusting for rear wheel 37 Spring preload rear 11 Starter 16 Starting 44 Steering lock 28 Suspension damping rear 11 38 T Technical data Battery 109 Brakes 107 Bulbs 110 Clutch 105 Dimensions 111 Electrics 109 Engine 103 Engine oil 104 Frame 110 Fuel 4 103 Rear wheel drive 106 Running gear 106 Spark plugs 109 Standards 7 Transmission 105 Weights 111 Wheels and tyres 107 Toolkit ...

Page 129: ...eaning 95 General view left side 11 General view right side 13 Laying up 98 Parking 47 Restoring to use 98 W Warnings Mode of presentation 20 Warnings overview 21 24 Weights Technical data 111 Wheels Install the front wheel 73 Installing rear wheel 76 Remove the rear wheel 75 Removing front wheel 72 Technical data 107 11 127 z Index ProCarManuals com ...

Page 130: ...entertained as a result of such discrepancies Dimensions weights fuel consumption and perform ance data are quoted to the customary tolerances The right to modify designs equipment and accessories is reserved Errors and omissions excep ted 2006 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without writ ten permission from BMW Motorrad After Sales Printed in Germany ProCarManuals com ...

Page 131: ...e fuel 2 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure front 1 9 bar one up tyre cold 2 bar two up and or with lug gage tyre cold Tyre pressure rear 2 1 bar one up tyre cold 2 3 bar two up and or with luggage tyre cold BMW recommends Order No 01 41 7 708 151 10 2006 1st edition 01417708151 01417708151 01417708151 ProCarManuals com ...

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