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Rider's manual
R 1250 RS

BMW Motorrad

Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data
Model Vehicle Identification Number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number

Dealership details Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Phone number
Dealership address/phone number (company stamp)

Welcome to BMW
We congratulate you on your choice of a vehicle from BMW Motorrad and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations.
About this Rider's Manual
Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW. It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features. In addition, it contains information on maintenance and care to help you maintain your vehicle's reliability and safety, as well as its value. This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on

your vehicle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims. If the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual to the new owner. It is an important part of the vehicle.
Suggestions and criticism If you have questions concerning your vehicle, your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide advice and assistance.
We hope you will enjoy riding your BMW and that all your journeys will be pleasant and safe
BMW Motorrad.

01 40 9 446 751
*01409446751*

Table of Contents

1 General instructions . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currentness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Additional sources of information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Certificates and operating licences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Intelligent emergency call system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . 17 General view, left side . . . . . . . 19 General view, right side . . . . . 21 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 22 Multifunction switch, left . . . . 23 Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 27 Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 TFT display in Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 TFT display in view menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Intelligent emergency call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Day run lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Traction control (ASC/ DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Electronic Suspension Adjustment (DESA) . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 PRO riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . 87 Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 93 Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 96 Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . 96
5 TFT display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 General instructions . . . . . . . 100 Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 General settings . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Bluetooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 My vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Display software version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Display licence information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
6 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Gearshift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Footrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
7 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Safety information . . . . . . . . . 132 Comply with checklist . . . . . 134 Always before riding off: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 At every third refuelling stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
8 Engineering details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
General instructions . . . . . . . 150 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Traction control (ASC/ DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Dynamic ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Dynamic Brake Control . . . . 157 Tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . 161 ShiftCam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
9 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 165 General instructions . . . . . . . 166 Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Service tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 167

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 168 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Silencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Diagnostic connector . . . . . . 195
10 Accessories . . . . . . . . . 197 General instructions . . . . . . . 198 Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Navigation system . . . . . . . . . 204
11 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . 212 Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

Care of paintwork . . . . . . . . . 214 Vehicle preservation . . . . . . . 214 Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
12 Technical data . . . . . . 217 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 218 Screw connections . . . . . . . . 220 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 226 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 228 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 230 Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Riding specifications . . . . . . 233

13 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 236 BMW Motorrad Service history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 BMW Motorrad Mobility services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 237 BMW Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Maintenance schedule . . . . 241 Maintenance confirmations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Service confirmations . . . . . 256
14 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Certificate for electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Certificate for tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Certificate for TFT instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
15 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

General instructions

1

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

5

Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General instructions

Currentness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Additional sources of information . . . . 8

Certificates and operating licences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Intelligent emergency call

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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1 Overview An important aspect of this

Abbreviations and symbols

6 Rider's Manual is that it can

CAUTION Low-risk hazard.

be used for quick and easy

Non-avoidance can lead to

reference. Consulting the

slight or moderate injury.

extensive index at the end of this Rider's Manual is the fastest way to find information on a particular topic or item. To first read an

WARNING Medium-risk hazard. Non-avoidance can lead to fatal or severe injury.

General instructions

overview of your motorcycle,

DANGER High-risk haz-

please go to the "Overview"

ard. Non-avoidance leads

section. All maintenance and

to fatal or severe injury.

servicing work on the motorcycle

ATTENTION Special

is documented in the "Service"

notes and precautionary

section. This record of the

measures. Non-compliance can

maintenance work you have

lead to damage to the vehicle or

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had performed on your vehicle is a precondition for generous

treatment of goodwill claims.

accessory and, consequently, to

voiding of the warranty.

NV

When the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual;

NOTICE Specific instructions on how to operate, control, adjust or look after items

it is an important part of the mo- of equipment on the vehicle.

torcycle.

Indicates the end of an

item of information.

Instruction.
Result of an activity.
Reference to a page with more detailed information.
Indicates the end of a passage relating to specific accessories or items of equipment. Tightening torque.
Technical data.
National-market version.

OE Optional extras. The vehicles are assembled complete with all the BMW Motorrad optional extras originally ordered.
OA Optional accessories. You can obtain BMW Motorrad optional accessories through your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer; optional accessories have to be retrofitted to the vehicle.
ABS Anti-lock brake system.
ASC Automatic Stability Control.
D- Electronic chassis and ESA suspension adjustment.

DTC Dynamic Traction Control (optional extra only

1 viations to the motorcycle shown
are also possible.

in combination with Pro riding modes).

If your motorcycle has equipment that is not described, you will find 7

DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebstahlwarnanlage).

the relevant description in a separate manual.

General instructions

EWS Electronic immobiliser.

Technical data
All dimensions, weights and

RDC Tyre pressure monitoring.

power outputs in the rider's manual refer to the German

standard DIN (Deutsches Institut

Equipment

für Normung e. V.) and comply

with its specified tolerances.

When purchasing your BMW mo- Technical data and specifications

torcycle, you chose a model with in this rider's manual serve as

individual equipment. This rider's reference points. The vehiclemanual describes optional equip- specific data may deviate from

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ment (OE) and selected optional these, for example as a result of

accessories (OA) provided by

selected optional equipment,

BMW. Please make allowance

the national-market version or

for the fact that some equip-

country-specific measuring

ment specifications may be de- procedures. Detailed values

scribed that you have not selec- can be taken from the vehicle

ted. Equally, country-specific de- registration documents and

signs on the vehicle, or can be

1 obtained from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer or another qualified service partner 8 or specialist workshop. The
specifications in the vehicle documents always have priority over the information provided in this rider's manual.

Additional sources of information
BMW Motorrad Retailer Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Internet

Data memory
General
Control units are installed in the vehicle. Control units process data that they receive, for example, from vehicle sensors, or that they generate themselves or exchange between each other.

General instructions

Currentness

The rider's manual for your

Some control units are required

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The high safety and quality level of BMW motorcycles is ensured by constant further development in the areas of design, equipment and accessories. This may result in deviations between these operating instructions and your motorcycle. Also, mistakes cannot be completely excluded by BMW Motorrad. Please therefore

vehicle, operating and installation instructions for any accessories and general information on BMW Motorrad, for example relating to technology, are available at www.bmwmotorrad.com/service.
Certificates and operating licences

for the vehicle to function safely or provide assistance during riding, for example assistance systems. In addition, control units enable comfort or infotainment functions. Information on data that has been stored or exchanged can be obtained from the manufacturer of the vehicle, for example via a separate booklet.

understand that we do not ac-

The certificates for the vehicle

cept any liability for claims arising and the official operating licences Personal reference

from incorrect information, draw- for any accessories are available Each vehicle is identified with a

ings and descriptions.

at www.bmw-motorrad.com/ clear vehicle identification num-

certification.

ber. Depending on the country,

the vehicle identification num-

ber, the number plate and the corresponding authorities can

Manufacturer of the vehicle Qualified service partners

The vehicle owner can also request that a BMW Motorrad Re-

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be referenced to ascertain the vehicle owner. There are also other ways to use data obtained

Specialist workshops Service providers

tailer or another qualified service

partner or specialist workshop

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read out the data that is stored in

from the vehicle to trace the rider Vehicle users have the right to

the vehicle for a charge.

General instructions

or vehicle owner, for example using the ConnectedDrive user account.
Data protection rights

request information on what personal data has been stored, for what purpose the data is used, and where the data comes from. To obtain this information, proof

The vehicle data is read out using the legally prescribed socket for on-board diagnosis (OBD) in the vehicle.

In accordance with applicable

of ownership or use is required. Legal requirements for the

data protection laws, vehicle

The right to information also in- disclosure of data

users have certain rights in re-

cludes information about data

As part of its legal responsib-

lation to the manufacturer of the that has been shared with other vehicle or in relation to compan- companies or entities.

ilities, the manufacturer of the vehicle is obligated to make its

ies which collect or process per- The website of the vehicle man- stored data available to the rel-

sonal data.

ufacturer contains the applicable evant authorities. This data is

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Vehicle users have the right to data protection information. This provided in the required scope in

obtain full information at no cost data protection information in-

individual cases, for example to

from persons or entities storing cludes information on the right to clarify a criminal offence.

personal data of the vehicle user. These entities may include:

have data deleted or corrected. The manufacturer of the vehicle also provides their contact details and those of the data protection

In the context of applicable laws, public agencies are entitled in individual cases to read out data from the vehicle themselves.

officer on their website.

1 Operating data in the vehicle or the surrounding area, for exControl units process data to op- ample:

stored in incident or fault memories as required by events.

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erate the vehicle. This includes, for example:

Operating conditions of system If services are accessed, for excomponents, for example filling ample repairs, service processes,

Status reports of the vehicle

levels, tyre pressure

warranty cases and quality assur-

and its individual components,

Malfunctions and faults in im- ance measures, this technical in-

for example wheel revolutions,

portant system components,

formation can be read out of the

General instructions

wheel speed, deceleration

for example light and brakes

vehicle together with the vehicle

Environmental conditions, for

Response of the vehicle in

identification number.

example temperature

special riding situations, for

The information can be read out

example engagement of the

by a BMW Motorrad Retailer or

The data is only processed in

driving dynamics systems

another qualified service part-

the vehicle itself and is gener-

Information on incidents result- ner or specialist workshop. The

ally non-permanent. The data is

ing in damage to the vehicle

legally stipulated socket for on-

not stored beyond the operating

board diagnosis (OBD) in the

period.

The data is necessary for the

vehicle is used to read out the

Electronic components, for ex- provision of control unit functions. data.

z ample control units, contain com- Furthermore, the data is used to The data is obtained, processed

ponents for storing technical in- detect and rectify malfunctions and used by the relevant parts of

formation. Information can be

and to enable the vehicle manu- the retailer network. The data is

temporarily or permanently stored facturer to optimise vehicle func- used to document the technical

on the vehicle condition, com-

tions.

conditions of the vehicle, to help

ponent loads, incidents or errors. The vast majority of this data is with error localization, to comply

This information is generally used non-permanent and is only pro- with warranty obligations and to

to document the condition of a cessed in the vehicle itself. Only improve quality.

component, a module, a system a small amount of the data is

In addition, the manufacturer has various product monitoring ob-

Settings of the windscreen position

stored in the vehicle, the data can be deleted at any time.

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General instructions

ligations arising from product li-

Chassis and suspension set-

ability legislation. To meet these tings

This data is transferred to third

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obligations, the vehicle manu-

parties only if personally reques-

facturer requires technical data

If required, data can be entered ted within the context of using

from the vehicle. The data from in the entertainment and commu- online services. This depends on

the vehicle can also be used to nication system of the vehicle, for the selected settings when using

check warranty claims from the example using a smartphone.

the services.

customer.

Depending on the individual

Incorporation of mobile end

Error and incident memories in equipment, this includes:

devices

the vehicle can be reset dur-

Multimedia data, such as music Depending on the equipment,

ing servicing or repair work by

for playback

mobile end devices connected to

a BMW Motorrad Retailer or an-

Contacts data for use in con- the vehicle, for example smart-

other qualified service partner or

nection with a communication phones, can be controlled using

specialist workshop.

system or an integrated naviga- the operating elements of the

tion system

vehicle.

Data input and data transfer in the vehicle

Entered destinations Data on the use of internet

The image and sound of the mo- z
bile end device can then be out-

General Depending on the equipment, comfort and customised settings can be stored in the vehicle and can be changed or reset at any time. This includes, for example:

services. This data can be stored locally in the vehicle or is located on a device that is connected to the vehicle, for example smartphone, USB stick, MP3 player. If this data is

put via the multimedia system. At the same time, specific information is transferred to the mobile end device. Depending on the type of integration, this includes, for example, position data and additional general vehicle information. This enables optimal

1 use of the selected apps, for ex- manufacturer or by other proample navigation or music play- viders.

activated. Statutory functions are excluded from this.

back. 12 The type of additional data pro-

Services of the vehicle manu- Services from other providers

facturer

When using online services from

cessing is determined by the

For online services of the vehicle other providers, these services

provider of the respective app. manufacturer, the individual

are subject to the responsibil-

The scope of the possible set- functions are described at

ity and the data protection and

General instructions

tings depends on the corres-

suitable points, for example

operating conditions of the indi-

ponding app and the operating rider's manual, website of the

vidual provider. The vehicle man-

system of the mobile end device. manufacturer. At the same time, ufacturer has no influence on the

Services

information is also provided on content that is exchanged in this the relevant data protection law. instance. Information on the type,

General

Personal data may be used to

scope and purpose of the data

If the vehicle has a wireless con- provide online services. Data

capture and use of personal data

nection, this enables the ex-

is exchanged using a secure

as part of the services of third

change of data between the

connection, for example with

parties can be ascertained from

vehicle and other systems. The the IT systems provided by the the individual provider.

z wireless connection is enabled by vehicle manufacturer.

the vehicle's own transmitter and Obtaining, processing and us-

Intelligent emergency

receiver unit or using personally integrated mobile end devices, for example smartphones. Online functions can be used using

ing personal data outside of the normal provision of services requires legal permission, contractual agreement or consent. It is

call system
with intelligent emergency call OE

this wireless connection. These also possible to have the entire

include online services and apps data connection activated or de-

that are provided by the vehicle

Principle The intelligent emergency call

Protection of personal data: Directive 2002/58/EC of the

only with the agreement of the vehicle owner.

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system enables manual or automatic emergency calls, for ex-

European Parliament and of the The intelligent emergency call

Council.

system and other services with

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General instructions

ample in the event of an accident. The emergency calls are received by an emergency call centre that is commissioned by the vehicle manufacturer. For information on operating the intelligent emergency call system and its functions, please refer to "Intelligent emergency call".

The legal basis for the activation and function of the intelligent emergency call system is the concluded ConnectedRide contract for this function, as well as the corresponding laws, ordinances and directives of the European Parliament and of the European Council. The relevant ordinances and dir-

additional benefits may only process personal data with the express permission of the person affected by the data processing, for example the vehicle owner.
SIM card The intelligent emergency call system is operated by mobile radio using the SIM card installed in the vehicle. The SIM card is

Legal basis

ectives regulate the protection of permanently logged into the mo-

Processing of personal data using the intelligent emergency call system is in line with the following regulations:
Protection of personal data: Directive 95/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council.

natural persons during the processing of personal data. The processing of personal data by the intelligent emergency call system satisfies the European directives for the protection of personal data. The intelligent emergency call system processes personal data

bile phone network to enable rapid connection setup. Data is sent to the vehicle manufacturer in the event of an emergency.
Improving quality The data that is transferred in an emergency is also used by the manufacturer of the vehicle

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1 to improve product and service quality.

read out of the vehicle memory. In addition, the intelligent emerAs a rule, log data is only read gency call system sends the fol-

14 Location determination

out following a court order, and lowing additional information to this is only possible if the corres- an emergency call centre com-

The position of the vehicle can ponding devices are connected missioned by the vehicle man-

be determined exclusively by

directly to the vehicle.

ufacturer and, if required, to the

the mobile phone network pro-

emergency services:

General instructions

vider based on the mobile phone Automatic emergency call

Accident data, for example the

site locations. The provider can- The system is designed so that,

direction of impact detected

not link the vehicle identifica-

following a sufficiently serious

by the vehicle sensors, to as-

tion number and phone number accident, which is detected by

sist the emergency services

of the installed SIM card. Only sensors in the vehicle, an emer-

response.

the manufacturer of the vehicle gency call is automatically activ-

Contact details, for example the

can link the vehicle identification ated.

phone number of the installed

number and phone number of the installed SIM cards.

Sent information

SIM card and the phone number of the rider, if available, to

When making an emergency call
z Log data of emergency calls using the intelligent emergency

enable rapid contact with those involved in the accident if re-

The log data of emergency calls call system, the system forwards quired.

is stored in a memory of the

the same information to the des-

vehicle. The oldest log data is

ignated emergency call centre as Data storage

regularly deleted. The log data is forwarded to the public emer- The data for an activated

includes, for example, information gency operations centre by the emergency call is stored in

on when and where an emer-

statutory emergency call system the vehicle. The data contains

gency call was made. In excep- eCall.

information on the emergency

tional cases, the log data can be

General instructions

call, for example the location and time of the emergency call.

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The voice recordings of the

emergency call are stored at the

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emergency call centre.

The voice recordings of the cus-

tomer are stored for 24 hours in

case details of the emergency

call need to be analysed. After

this, the voice recordings are

deleted. The voice recordings

of the employee of the emer-

gency call centre are stored for

24 hours for quality assurance

purposes.

Information on personal data

The data that is processed as

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part of the intelligent emergency

call is processed exclusively to

carry out the emergency call. As

part of its statutory obligation,

the manufacturer of the vehicle

provides information about the

data that it has processed and

any data that it still has stored.

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General instructions

General views

2

General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

17

General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

General views

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General views

General view, left side
1 Clutch-fluid reservoir

2

( 175)

19

2 Fuel filler neck ( 143)

3 Seat lock ( 96)

4 Setting the rear damping

(down at the spring strut)

( 130)

General views

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20
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General views

General view, right side
1 Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 129)

9 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 174)
10 Power socket ( 198)

2
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2 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 173)

3 Vehicle identification num-

ber (VIN) (on steering head,

General views

right)

Type plate (on steering

head, left)

4 Coolant-level indicator

( 175)

Coolant expansion tank

( 176)

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5 Table of tyre pressures

6 Oil filler opening ( 170)

7 Engine oil level indicator

( 169)

8 Behind the side trim panel:

Battery ( 190)

Remote positive terminal

( 188)

Diagnostic connector

( 195)

General views

2 Underneath the seat 1 Fuses ( 194) 22 2 Rider's manual
3 Standard toolkit ( 166) 4 Payload table
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Multifunction switch, left

2

1 High-beam headlight and

23

headlight flasher ( 73)

2

with cruise control OE

Cruise-control system

General views

( 88).

3 Hazard warning lights sys-

tem ( 77)

4 ABS ( 78)

ASC/DTC ( 80)

5

with Dynamic ESA OE

Dynamic ESA possible settings ( 82)

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6 with LED additional

headlight OA

Additional headlight

( 74).

7 Turn indicators ( 77)

8 Horn

9 MENU rocker switch

( 101)

10 Multi-Controller

Controls ( 101)

2 11 with daytime riding light OE

Manual daytime riding light

24

( 75).

General views

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Multifunction switch, right

2

1

with heated grips OE

25

Heated handlebar grips

( 96).

2 Riding mode ( 84)

General views

3 Emergency off switch (kill

switch) ( 70)

4 Starter button

Starting the engine

( 135).

5 SOS button

Intelligent emergency call ( 71)

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2 Instrument panel 1 Indicator and warning lights

26

( 28)

2 TFT display ( 30)

( 32)

3 Alarm system LED

with anti-theft alarm

General views

(DWA) OE

Alarm signal ( 94)

with Keyless Ride OE

Indicator light for the radio-

operated key

Switching on ignition

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( 67).

4 Photosensor (for adapting

the brightness of the in-

strument lighting)

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Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . 28

27

TFT display in Pure Ride view . . . . . . 30

TFT display in view menu . . . . . . . . . . 32

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Status indicators

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3 Indicator and warning lights

28 1 Turn indicators, left

Operating the turn indicat-

ors ( 77).

2 High-beam ( 73)

Status indicators

3 General warning light

( 33)

4 Turn indicators, right

5 - with export to EU mar-

kets NV

Malfunction indicator lamp

Emissions warning ( 48)

6 ASC ( 56)

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with riding modes Pro OE

DTC ( 56)

7 ABS ( 78)

8 with daytime riding

light OE

Manual daytime riding light

( 75).

9 with LED additional headlight OA

3

Additional headlight

( 74).

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Status indicators

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3 TFT display in Pure Ride view

30 1 Hill Start Control ( 58)

2 Changing the operating

focus ( 105)

3 Engine speed display

Status indicators

( 108)

4 Speedometer

5 Driver info. status line

( 106)

6

with cruise control OE

Cruise-control system

( 88).

7 Speed Limit Info ( 107)

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9 Recommendation to up-

shift ( 109)

10 Gear indicator; "N" indic-

ates neutral.

11 Clock ( 109)

12 Connection status

( 111)

13 Muting ( 109)

14 Operator help

15 Heating stages, handlebar grips ( 96)

3

16 Automatic daytime riding

light ( 76)

31

17 Outside temperature warn-

ing ( 43)

18 Ambient temperature

Status indicators

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3 TFT display in view menu

32 1 Hill Start Control ( 58)

2 Speedometer

3

with cruise control OE

Cruise-control system

Status indicators

( 88).

4 Speed Limit Info ( 107)

5 Riding mode ( 84)

6 Driver info. status line

( 106)

7 Recommendation to up-

shift ( 109)

8 Gear indicator; "N" indic-

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ates neutral.

9 Clock

10 Connection status

11 Muting ( 109)

12 Operator help

13 Heating stages, handlebar

grips ( 96)

14 Automatic daytime riding

light ( 76)

15 Outside temperature warning ( 43)
16 Ambient temperature 17 Menu section

Warnings Mode of presentation

3

Warnings are indicated by the

33

corresponding warning lights.

Warnings are shown by the gen-

eral warning light in connec-

Status indicators

tion with a dialogue in the TFT

display. The general warning

light is yellow or red, depending on the urgency of the warning.

Check Control display The messages shown in the

The general warning light is display vary. Different colours

displayed according to the and symbols are used depending

most urgent warning.

on priority:

The possible warnings are listed on the following pages.

Green CHECK OK 1: no mes-

sage, optimum values.

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White circle with small "i" 2:

information.

Yellow warning triangle 3:

warning message, value not

optimum.

Red warning triangle 3: warn-

ing message, value critical

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White: (---) valid value not available. Instead of the value,

dashes 5 are displayed. 34

NOTICE

The assessment of some values

Status indicators

is only possible from a certain

journey duration or speed. If a

Values display

measured value is still not being Check Control dialogue

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The symbols 4 displayed vary. Different colours are used depending on assessment. Instead of numerical values 8 with units 7, texts 6 are displayed: Colour of the symbol

displayed because the conditions for measurement have not been met, dashes are displayed instead as a placeholder. If there are no valid measured values, there will be no assessment in the form of a coloured symbol.

Messages are output as a Check Control dialogue 1.
If several CC messages with the same priority are present, the messages alternate in the order they occurred until these

Green: (OK) current value is

are acknowledged.

optimum.

If the symbol 2 is actively being

Blue: (Cold!) current tempera-

displayed, it can be acknow-

ture is too low.

ledged by holding the Multi-

Yellow: (Low! / High!) current

Controller to the left.

value is too low or too high.

Check Control messages are

Red: (Hot! / High!) current temperature or value is too high.

dynamically attached as additional tabs on the pages in the menu My vehicle ( 103). You can go to the message

again as long as the fault persists.

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Status indicators

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3 Warnings, overview
36 Indicator and warning lights

Status indicators

General warning light shows yellow.
General warning light shows yellow.

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General warning

light shows yellow.

General warning light shows red.

Display text
Ice crystal symbol is displayed.
Remote key not in range.
Remote key battery at 50%.
Remote key battery weak. is displayed in yellow.
Vehicle voltage low. is displayed in red.
Vehicle voltage critical!

Meaning Outside temperature warning ( 43) Radio-operated key outside of reception area ( 43) Replacing battery of remote key ( 44)
Vehicle voltage too low ( 44)
Vehicle voltage critical ( 44)

Indicator and warning lights
General warning light shows yellow.
General warning light shows yellow.
General warning light shows red. The malfunction indicator lamp lights up. General warning light shows yellow.

Display text
The faulty light source is displayed. Alarm system battery weak.
Alarm system battery empty.
Engine oil level Check engine oil level. Coolant temperature too high!
Engine!
No communication with engine control.

Meaning

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Light source faulty ( 45)

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Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 46)

Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 46)

Electronic oil-level check: check the engine oil level. ( 47)

Status indicators

Coolant temperature too high ( 48)

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Emissions warning ( 48)

Engine control failed ( 48)

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38

General warning

light shows yellow.

General warning light flashes yellow.

General warning light shows yellow.

Status indicators

General warning

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light flashes red.

Display text
Fault in the engine control.
Serious fault in the engine control! is displayed in yellow.
Tyre pressure is not at setpoint. is displayed in red.
Tyre pressure is not at setpoint. Tyre press. control. Loss of pressure. "---"

Meaning Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 49) Serious fault in the engine control ( 49) Tyre pressure in limit range of the permitted tolerance ( 51)
Tyre pressure outside the permitted tolerance ( 51)
Transmission fault ( 52)

Indicator and warning lights
General warning light shows yellow.

Display text "---"

Meaning

3

Sensor faulty or system fault ( 53)

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General warning light shows yellow.

RDC sensor battery weak.

Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak ( 53)

Status indicators

Drop sensor faulty.

Drop sensor defective ( 54)

Engine start not possible.

Motorcycle dropped ( 54)

Intell. emerg.

Emergency call function restricted

call failure.

( 54)

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Side stand mon-

Side stand monitoring is faulty ( 54)

itoring faulty.

ABS indicator and warning light flashes.
ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

Off!

ABS self-diagnosis not completed ( 54)
ABS deactivated ( 55)

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ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

Status indicators

ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

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ASC/DTC indicator and warning light

flashes quickly.

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light flashes slowly.

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light comes on.

Display text ABS deactivated. Limited ABS availability! ABS failure!
ABS Pro failure!
Off!

Meaning ABS deactivated ( 55) ABS fault ( 55)
ABS failed ( 55)
ABS Pro failed ( 56)
ASC/DTC intervention ( 56)
ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed ( 56) ASC/DTC switched off ( 57)

Indicator and warning Display text lights

Meaning

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Traction con-

ASC/DTC switched off ( 57)

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trol deactiv-

ated.

Status indicators

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light comes on.

Traction control limited!

ASC/DTC restricted ( 57)

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light comes on.

Traction control failure!

ASC/DTC fault ( 57)

General warning

Spring strut

DESA fault ( 58)

light shows yellow.

adjustment

faulty!

Fuel down to re-

Fuel down to reserve ( 58)

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serve. Go to a

filling station soon

Green holding symbol is displayed.

Hill Start Control active ( 58)

Yellow holding symbol flashes.

Hill Start Control automatically deactivated ( 59)

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Turn signal indicator light flashes green. Turn signal indicator light flashes green.
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General warning light shows yellow.

Display text
Crossed-out holding symbol is displayed. The gear indicator flashes.
is displayed in white. Service due! is displayed in yellow. Service overdue!

Meaning Hill Start Control cannot be activated ( 59) Gear not trained ( 59) Hazard warning lights system is switched on ( 60)
Service due ( 60)
Service-due date has passed ( 60)

Ambient temperature
The outside temperature is displayed in the status line of the TFT display. When the motorcycle is at a standstill, the heat of the engine can falsify the ambient-temperature reading. If the heat of the engine is affecting it too much, dashes are temporarily shown in place of the value.

Outside temperature warning
Ice crystal symbol is displayed.
Possible cause:
The air temperature measured at the vehicle is lower than:
approx. 3 °C

There is a risk of black ice if the outside temperature falls below the following limit value.
Threshold for ambient temperature
approx. 3 °C Once the temperature has fallen below that value, the outside temperature display along with a ice crystal symbol flashes in the status line on the TFT display.

WARNING
Risk of black ice also applicable at over 3 °C Risk of accident
Always take extra care when temperatures are low; remember that there is particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where the road is in shade.
Ride carefully and think well ahead.

Radio-operated key outside of reception area

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with Keyless Ride OE

43

General warning light shows yellow.

Status indicators

Remote key not in range. Not possible to switch on ignition again.
Possible cause:
Communication between radiooperated key and engine electronics is disturbed.
Check battery in the radio-op- z
erated key. with Keyless Ride OE Replacing battery of remote key ( 69). Use spare key for rest of journey. with Keyless Ride OE Loss of the radio-operated key ( 69).

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If the Check Control dialogue appears while riding, keep

only still ensured for a limited time.

NOTICE

calm. You can continue riding,

with Keyless Ride OE

44 the engine will not switch off.

Replacing battery of remote

The fuse for the alternator regulator can blow if the 12 V bat-

Have the faulty radio-operated

key ( 69).

tery is installed incorrectly or if

key replaced by an authorised

BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Vehicle voltage too low

the terminals are swapped (e.g. when using a starting aid).

Status indicators

General warning light shows

Replacing battery of

yellow.

Possible cause:

remote key

The alternator or alternator drive

General warning light shows

is displayed in yellow.

is faulty, battery is faulty or the

yellow.

fuse for the alternator regulator

Remote key battery at

Vehicle voltage low. Switch off unneces-

has blown. Have the fault rectified as

50%. No functional

sary consumers.

quickly as possible by a

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Remote key battery

WARNING

specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad

weak. Limited central

Retailer.

locking function. Change battery.

Failure of the vehicle systems

Vehicle voltage critical

Possible cause: The battery of the remote key

Risk of accident Do not continue your journey.

General warning light shows red.

has lost a significant propor-

The battery will not be charged.

is displayed in red.

tion of its original capacity. The By continuing to drive on, the

function of the remote key is vehicle electronics discharge the

battery.

Vehicle voltage crit- Possible cause: ical! Consumers have The alternator or alternator drive

Low-beam headlight faulty!

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been switched off. Check battery condition.

is faulty, battery is faulty or the fuse for the alternator regulator

Front side light faulty!

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has blown.

WARNING

Have the fault rectified as

with daytime riding light OE

Status indicators

Failure of the vehicle systems Risk of accident
Do not continue your journey.

quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Daytime riding light faulty!
with LED additional headlight OA

The battery will not be charged. Light source faulty

Left additional

By continuing to drive on, the

General warning light shows

headlight faulty!

vehicle electronics discharge the

yellow.

or Right additional

battery. NOTICE

headlight faulty!

The faulty light source is displayed:

Tail light faulty!

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The fuse for the alternator regulator can blow if the 12 V battery is installed incorrectly or if the terminals are swapped (e.g. when using a starting aid).

High beam faulty!

Brake light faulty!

Front left turn indicator faulty! or Front right turn indicator faulty!

Rear left turn indicator faulty! or Rear right turn indicator faulty!

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Number plate light faulty!

Replacing LED rear light ( 188).

Possible cause: The integral battery in the anti-

with LED flashing turn indic-

46

Have it checked by a spe-

ator OE

cialist workshop.

theft alarm has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity.

Replacing LED turn indicators There is no assurance of how

( 188).

long the anti-theft alarm can re-

Status indicators

WARNING
Vehicle overlooked in traffic due to failure of the lights on the vehicle Safety risk

Anti-theft alarm battery weak
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Alarm system

main operational if the vehicle's battery is disconnected.
Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Replace defective bulbs as

battery weak. No

Anti-theft alarm battery

soon as possible; always carry restrictions. Make

a complete set of spare bulbs if an appointment at a

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possible.

specialist workshop.

Possible cause:

One or more light sources are

NOTICE

flat with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
General warning light shows yellow.

faulty. Identify the faulty light source through a visual inspection.

This error message shows briefly

Alarm system battery

only after the Pre-Ride-Check

empty. No independent

completes.

alarm. Make an appoint-

Replacing the LED headlight

ment at a specialist work-

( 188).

shop.

Replacing bulbs for front and

rear turn indicators ( 186).

NOTICE

measurements might have to be appear on the display instead of

taken:

a reading.

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This error message shows briefly only after the Pre-Ride-Check completes.
Possible cause:
The integral battery in the antitheft alarm has lost its entire original capacity. There is no assurance that the anti-theft alarm will be operational if the vehicle's battery is disconnected.
Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Electronic oil-level check
The electronic oil-level check assesses the oil level in the engine with OK or Low!

Rider is sitting on the vehicle and vehicle has just been ridden at a speed of at least 10

Electronic oil-level check: 47 check the engine oil level.

km/h.

Engine oil level

Engine idling for at least 20

Check engine oil

Status indicators

seconds.

level.

Engine is at operating tempera- Possible cause:

ture.

The electronic oil-level sensor

Side stand is retracted and vehicle is not propped on its centre stand.

has registered a low oil level. If the vehicle is not standing upright on a smooth, level surface,

No brake applied and Hill Start the message might appear even

Control (HSC) is not active.

though the oil level is correct.

Vehicle is standing upright on a The next time you stop for fuel: z

smooth, level surface.

Checking engine oil level

The spring strut is appropri-

( 169).

ately set for the load status,

If the oil level in the sight glass is

or D-ESA is in the Auto load

too low:

mode.

Topping up the engine oil

The following preconditions have If measurement is incomplete or

( 170).

to be satisfied for electronic

if these conditions are not met, If the oil level is correct:

oil-level checking, and several

the oil level cannot be judged

by the system. Dashes (---)

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Check whether the preconditions for the electronic oil-level

Compliance with the information set out below is

an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

check are met.

essential.

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If the message appears repeatedly, even though the oil level is slightly below the maximum mark:
Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Possible cause:
The coolant level is too low. Check coolant level ( 175).
If the coolant level is too low: Allow the engine to cool down. Top up coolant ( 176).

Emissions warning The malfunction indicator lamp lights up.
Engine! Have it checked by a specialist workshop.

Have the cooling system

Possible cause:

Status indicators

Coolant temperature too

checked by a specialist

The engine control unit has dia-

high

workshop, preferably by a

gnosed a fault which affects the

General warning light shows BMW Motorrad partner.

pollutant emissions.

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red. Coolant temperature

Possible cause: The coolant temperature is too

Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad

too high! Check

high.

Retailer.

coolant level. Continue under part. load to cool

If possible, ride in the part-load range to cool down the engine.

You can continue riding; pollutant emissions are higher than

down.

If the coolant temperature is fre-

the threshold values.

quently too high:

ATTENTION

Have the fault rectified as

Engine control failed

Riding with overheated engine

quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably

General warning light shows yellow.

Engine damage

No communication with Possible cause: engine control. Mul- The engine control unit has

Serious fault in the engine control!

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tiple sys. affected. Ride diagnosed a fault which impairs carefully to the next spe- the engine performance or

Riding at mod. speed pos. Damage possible. Have

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cialist workshop.

throttle response. The engine is checked by workshop.

Status indicators

Engine in emergency-

in emergency-operation mode. In exceptional cases, the engine

WARNING

operation mode General warning light shows yellow.
Fault in the engine control. Riding at mod. speed pos. Ride carefully to next specialist workshop.
WARNING

stops and refuses to start. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. It is possible to continue riding, however the engine performance and engine speed range may be impaired and not function as normal.

Engine damage when running in emergency-operation mode Risk of accident
Ride slowly, avoid accelerating sharply and overtaking. If possible, have the vehicle picked up and have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised

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Unusual ride characterist-

BMW Motorrad Retailer.

ics when engine running in

Serious fault in the engine Possible cause:

emergency-operation mode control

The engine control unit has dia-

Risk of accident

General warning light

gnosed a fault which may cause

Avoid accelerating sharply and

flashes yellow.

severe secondary faults. The en-

overtaking.

gine is in emergency-operation

mode.

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It is possible to continue to ride but not recommended.

RDC sensor is not active

Avoid high load and rpm 50 ranges if possible.
Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor does not transmit its signal to the vehicle until a certain minimum speed has been reached.)

Status indicators

Tyre pressure

The left values refer to the front wheel, the right values to the rear

The tyre pressures are shown in the TFT

with tyre pressure control

wheel.

display as temperature

(RDC) OE

The pressure difference is dis-

In addition to the MY VEHICLE played via the actual and target

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menu screen and the Check Control messages, there is also

tyre pressure. Only dashes are displayed im-

compensated and always refer to the following tyre air temperature:
20 °C

the TYRE PRESSURE screen for mediately after the ignition is

the display of the tyre pressures: switched on. The transmission

If the tyre symbol is ad-

of the tyre pressure values be-

ditionally displayed in yel-

gins only after the first time the low or red, this is a warning. The

following minimum speed has

pressure difference is highlighted

been exceeded:

with an exclamation point in the

same colour.

If the value in question is close to the limit of the

General warning light shows On the back cover of the

yellow.

rider's manual

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permissible tolerance range, the general warning light also lights up in yellow.

is displayed in yellow.

Instrument cluster in the TYRE

PRESSURE view

51

Sign under the seat

If the tyre pressure registered by the sensor is

Tyre pressure is not at setpoint. Check tyre pressure.

Tyre pressure outside the permitted tolerance

Status indicators

outside the permissible tolerance Possible cause:

with tyre pressure control

range, the general warning light Measured tyre pressure is close

(RDC) OE

flashes red.

to the limit of permitted toler-

General warning light

ance. For further information about the Correct tyre pressure.

flashes red.

BMW Motorrad RDC, see the

Before adjusting the tyre pres-

is displayed in red.

section entitled "Engineering details" from page ( 158) onwards.

sure, observe the information on temperature compensation and pressure adaptation in the

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Tyre pressure is not at setpoint. Stop

Tyre pressure in limit range of the permitted

section entitled "Engineering details": Temperature compensation

immediately! Check tyre pressure.

tolerance

( 159)

Tyre press. control.

with tyre pressure control

Pressure adaptation ( 159)

Loss of pressure.

(RDC) OE

Find the correct tyre pressures Stop immediately! Check

in the following places:

tyre pressure.

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WARNING

section entitled "Engineering details":

Transmission fault with tyre pressure control

52 Tyre pressure outside the permitted tolerance. Risk of accident, degradation of the vehicle's driving characterist-

Temperature compensation ( 159) Pressure adaptation ( 159) Find the correct tyre pressures

(RDC) OE "---"

Status indicators

ics. Adapt your style of riding accordingly.
Possible cause:

in the following places: On the back cover of the rider's manual Instrument cluster in the TYRE PRESSURE view

Possible cause: The vehicle has not reached the minimum speed ( 158).
RDC sensor is not active

Measured tyre pressure is out-

Sign under the seat

side permitted tolerance.

Check the tyre for damage

and to ascertain whether the

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vehicle can be ridden with the

tyre in its present condition.

Have the tyre checked for damage by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor does not transmit its signal to the vehicle until a certain minimum speed has been

If the vehicle can be ridden with If you are unsure whether the

reached.)

the tyre in its present condition: vehicle can be ridden with the

Observe the RDC display at

Correct the tyre pressure at the tyre in its present condition:

higher speeds.

earliest possible opportunity.

Do not continue your journey.

A permanent fault is

Before adjusting the tyre pres-

Notify the breakdown service.

present only when the

sure, observe the information

general warning light also lights

on temperature compensation

up.

and pressure adaptation in the

Under these circumstances:

Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Possible cause:
The radio link to the RDC sensors is faulty. Radio systems are located in the surrounding area which are interfering with the transmission between the RDC control unit and the sensors.
Observe the RDC displays in other surrounding areas.
A permanent fault is present only when the general warning light also lights up. Under these circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Sensor faulty or system fault

Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak

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with tyre pressure control (RDC) OE

with tyre pressure control

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(RDC) OE

General warning light shows yellow.

General warning light shows yellow.

Status indicators

"---"

RDC sensor battery

weak. Function lim-

Possible cause: Wheels not equipped with RDC

ited. Have it checked by a specialist workshop.

sensors have been fitted. Fit wheels and tyres equipped

NOTICE

with RDC sensors. Possible cause:

This error message shows briefly

only after the Pre-Ride-Check

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completes.

One or two RDC sensors have failed or there is a system fault.
Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Possible cause:
The tyre pressure sensor battery no longer provides its full capacity. The tyre pressure monitoring function will be available for a limit time only.

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Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author-

Switch the ignition off and

Side stand monitoring is

then on again or switch the kill faulty

ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. 54

switch on and then off again.

Side stand monitor-

Drop sensor defective

Emergency call function

ing faulty. Onward

Drop sensor faulty. Have it checked by a specialist workshop.
Possible cause: The drop sensor is not available.
Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

restricted with intelligent emergency call OE
Intell. emerg. call failure. Have it checked by a specialist workshop. Possible cause:

journey possible. Engine stop. when stationary! Have checked by workshop.
Possible cause:
The side-stand switch or its wiring are damaged.
Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Status indicators

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Motorcycle dropped
Engine start not possible. Straighten up motorbike. Switch ignition off/on. Start en-

The emergency call cannot be cannot be made automatically or via BMW.
Observe the information on operating the intelligent emer-

ABS self-diagnosis not completed
ABS indicator and warning light flashes.

gine.

gency call from page ( 71)

Possible cause:
The drop sensor has detected a drop and has cut out the engine.

onwards. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Bring the motorcycle to the

upright position.

Possible cause:
ABS self-diagnosis not completed

Possible cause:
The rider has switched off the ABS system.
Activating the ABS function

that can lead to an ABS fault message ( 151).

3

Have the fault rectified as

quickly as possible by a

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Status indicators

The ABS function is not available, because self-diagnosis did not complete. (The motorcycle has to reach a defined minimum speed for the wheel speed sensors to be checked: 5 km/h)

( 79).
ABS fault ABS indicator and warning light comes on.
Limited ABS availability! Riding at mod.

specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ABS failed ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

Pull away slowly. Bear in mind speed pos. Ride carefully

ABS failure! Riding

that the ABS function is not

to next specialist work-

at mod. speed pos.

available until self-diagnosis has shop.

Ride carefully to next

completed. ABS deactivated

Possible cause: The ABS control unit has

specialist workshop.

Possible cause:

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ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

detected a fault. The partially integral function and the Dynamic Brake Control function

The ABS control unit has detected a fault. The ABS function is not available.

Off!

have failed. The ABS function

You can continue to ride. Take

has limited availability.

note of the more detailed in-

ABS deactivated.

You can continue to ride. Take note of the more detailed in-

formation on certain situations that can lead to an ABS fault

formation on certain situations

message ( 151).

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Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a

specialist workshop, preferably 56 an authorised BMW Motorrad

Retailer.

that can lead to an ABS Pro fault message ( 151). Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed
ASC/DTC indicator and warning light flashes slowly.

ABS Pro failed with riding modes Pro OE

an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ASC/DTC intervention

Possible cause:
ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed

Status indicators

ABS indicator and warning light comes on.

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light flashes

The ASC/DTC function is not available, because self-

ABS Pro failure!

quickly.

diagnosis did not complete.

Riding at mod. speed The ASC/DTC has detected a

(The motorcycle has to reach

pos. Ride carefully to

degree of instability at the rear

a defined minimum speed with

next specialist workshop. wheel and has intervened to re-

the engine running for the

z Possible cause:
The ABS Pro control unit has

duce torque. The indicator and warning light flashes longer than the ASC/DTC intervention lasts.

wheel-speed sensors to be checked: min 5 km/h)

detected a fault. The ABS Pro

This affords the rider visual feed-

Pull away slowly. The ASC/

function is not available. The

back on control intervention even DTC indicator and warning light

ABS function is still available.

after the critical situation has

must go out after a few metres.

ABS provides support only for

been dealt with.

If the ASC/DTC indicator and

braking in straight-ahead driving.

warning light continues flashing:

You can continue to ride. Take

Seek the advice of a specialist

note of the more detailed in-

workshop, preferably an author-

formation on certain situations

ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

ASC/DTC switched off
ASC/DTC indicator and warning light comes on.

Possible cause: The ASC/DTC control unit has

an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

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detected a fault.

ASC/DTC fault

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Off!

ATTENTION

ASC/DTC indicator and

Status indicators

Damaged components

warning light comes on.

Traction control de- Damage to sensors, for example,

Traction control

activated.

which causes malfunctions

failure! Riding

Possible cause:
The rider has switched off the ASC/DTC system.
Switch on the ASC/DTC func-

Do not transport any objects underneath the driver or passenger seat. Secure the toolkit.

at mod. speed pos. Ride carefully to next specialist workshop.
Possible cause:

tion ( 81).

Do not damage the angular

The ASC/DTC control unit has

rate sensor.

detected a fault.

ASC/DTC restricted ASC/DTC indicator and

Bear in mind that the ASC/ DTC function is restricted.

ATTENTION

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warning light comes on.
Traction control limited! Riding at mod. speed pos. Ride carefully to next specialist workshop.

You can continue to ride. Take note of the more detailed information on situations that can lead to an ASC/DTC fault ( 154). Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably

Damaged components Damage to sensors, for example, which causes malfunctions
Do not transport any objects underneath the driver or passenger seat. Secure the toolkit.

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Do not damage the angular rate sensor.

carefully to next specialist workshop.

WARNING

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Bear in mind that the ASC/ DTC function is not available

Possible cause:

Irregular engine operation or

The DESA control unit has de- engine shutdown due to lack

or the functionality is subject to tected a fault. The damping and/ of fuel

certain restrictions.

or spring adjuster may be the

Risk of accident, damage to cata-

You can continue to ride. Take cause. In Auto the cause may

lytic converter

Status indicators

note of the more detailed in- also be a fault in the riding posi-

Do not run the fuel tank dry.

formation on situations that can lead to an ASC/DTC fault

tion equaliser. In this condition, the motorcycle may have too

Possible cause:

( 154).

much damping and is uncom-

The fuel tank contains no more

Have the fault rectified as

fortable to drive, especially on

than the reserve quantity of fuel.

quickly as possible by a

roads in poor condition. Altern-

Fuel reserve

specialist workshop, preferably atively, the spring setting may be

an authorised BMW Motorrad set incorrectly.

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Retailer.

Have the fault rectified as

approx. 4 l

DESA fault with Dynamic ESA OE

quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad

Refuelling ( 143). Hill Start Control active

General warning light shows Retailer.

yellow.

Fuel down to reserve

Green holding symbol is displayed.

Spring strut adjustment faulty! Riding

Fuel down to reserve. Go to a filling station soon.

at mod. speed pos. Ride

Possible cause:

Hill Start Control cannot

The driver has activated Hill Start be activated

Possible cause: with shift assistant Pro OE

3

Control ( 161). Switch off Hill Start Control.

Crossed-out holding sym- The gearbox sensor is not fully

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bol is displayed.

trained.

Operate Hill Start Control ( 90).
Hill Start Control automatically deactivated

Possible cause:
Hill Start Control cannot be activated.
Fold in side stand.

Engage neutral gear N and, with the vehicle at a standstill, let the engine run for at least 10 seconds to train the idle gear.

Status indicators

Yellow holding symbol

Hill Start Control functions only Engage all gears with clutch

flashes.

when the side stands are fol-

actuation and ride at least 10

Possible cause:
Hill Start Control has been automatically deactivated.
Side stand has been folded out. Hill Start Control is deactivated when the side stand is folded out. Engine has been switched off. Hill Start Control is deactivated when the engine is switched off. Operate Hill Start Control ( 90).

ded in. Start the engine. Hill Start Control functions only when the engine is running.
Gear not trained with shift assistant Pro OE The gear indicator flashes. The Pro shift assistant is
not available.

seconds with the engaged gear.
The gear indicator starts to flash when the gearbox sensor
has been trained successfully. z
Shift assistant Pro will operate as described ( 160) once the transmission sensor has been completely taught-in.
If the training process was not successful, have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

3 Hazard warning lights system is switched on

60

Turn signal indicator light

flashes green.

Turn signal indicator light flashes green.

Possible cause:
The driver has switched on the hazard warning lights system.

and SERVICE REQUIREMENTS menu screens.
NOTICE
If the service-due indicator appears more than a month before the service date, the current date has to be corrected. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected.

The operational and road safety of the motorcycle remain intact. The motorcycle's value is maintained as best as possible.
Service-due date has passed
General warning light shows yellow.

Status indicators

Operating hazard warning flashers ( 77).

Service due

is displayed in white.

is displayed in yellow.

Service-due indicator

Service overdue! Have

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If service is overdue, the due date or the odometer reading at which service was due is accompanied by the general warning light showing yellow.
If the service is overdue, a yellow CC message is displayed. Exclamation marks also draw attention to the displays for service, service appointment and remain-

Service due! Have service performed by a specialist workshop. Possible cause:
Service is due because of the driving performance or the date.
Have your motorcycle serviced regularly by a specialist workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

service performed by a
specialist workshop. Possible cause:
Service is overdue because of the driving performance or the date.
Have your motorcycle serviced regularly by a specialist workshop, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

ing distance in the MY VEHICLE

The operational and road safety of the motorcycle remain

3

intact.

The motorcycle's value is

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maintained as best as possible.

Status indicators

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Status indicators

Operation

4

Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . 64

Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

63

Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Operation

Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Intelligent emergency call . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) . . . . 95 Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Day run lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 z
Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . . 77

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . 78

Traction control (ASC/DTC) . . . . . . . . . 80

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (DESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

PRO riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Operation

4 Ignition switch/steering lock
64 Keys
You receive 2 ignition keys. Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 65). Ignition switch/steering lock, fuel filler cap lock and seat lock are all operated with the same key.
z If you wish you can arrange to
have the cases and the topcase fitted with locks that can be opened with the ignition key as well. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Lock the handlebars
Turn the handlebars all the way to left.

Turn the key to position 1 while moving the handlebars slightly. Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched off. Handlebars are locked. Key can be removed.

Switching on ignition
Insert the vehicle key into the ignition switch and turn it to position 1. Side lights and all function circuits are switched on. with daytime riding light OE When the ignition is switched on the daytime riding light comes on briefly (welcome light). with LED additional headlight OA LED auxiliary headlights are switched on.

Pre-Ride-Check is performed. Switching off ignition ( 135)

with daytime riding light OE The daytime riding light goes

4

ABS self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 136)

out soon after the ignition is switched off.

65

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 137)

with LED additional headlight OA

Operation

Welcome lights

The LED auxiliary headlights

with daytime riding light OE
Switch on the ignition. The side lights briefly light up. The daytime riding lights briefly

Turn the ignition key to position 1.

go out soon after the ignition is switched off.

Electronic immobiliser

EWS

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light up. with LED additional headlight OA
The LED auxiliary headlights briefly light up.

When the ignition is switched off, the instrument cluster remains switched on for a short time and displays any existing fault messages. Handlebars not locked. Electrically powered accessories remain operational for a limited period of time.

The electronic design of the motorcycle allows it to access data stored in the ignition key by means of a ring antenna located in the ignition switch/steering lock. The engine control unit will not permit the engine to be started unless the key is identified as "authorised".

The battery can be recharged via the socket.

NOTICE

Key can be removed.

A spare key attached to the

same ring as the ignition key

4 used to start the engine could Ignition with "irritate" the electronics, in which Keyless Ride

case the enabling signal for

66 starting is not issued.

with Keyless Ride OE

Always keep the spare key separately from the ignition key.

Keys

the radio-operated key. Seat lock, topcase and cases can be locked and unlocked manually.
NOTICE
The vehicle cannot be started if

Operation

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If you lose your key, you can have it barred by your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If you wish to do this, you will need to bring all other keys for the motorcycle with you. The engine cannot be started by a barred key, but a key that has been barred can subsequently be reactivated. You can obtain emergency/extra keys only through an authorised

NOTICE
The telltale light for the radiooperated key flashes while the search for the radio-operated key is in progress. The telltale light goes out as soon as the radio-operated key or the emergency key is found. The telltale light goes out briefly if the search times out without the radio-operated key or the emergency key being found.

the radio control key is not within range (e.g. key inside one of the cases or the topcase). If the radio-operated key remains out of range the ignition is switched off after about 1.5 minutes to protect the battery. It is advisable to keep the radiooperated key closely on your person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to have the emergency key with you as an alternative.

BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys are part of an integrated security You receive one radio-operated system, so the dealer is under an key and one emergency key.

Range of the Keyless Ride radio-operated key

obligation to check the legitimacy Please consult the information on

of all applications for replace-

the electronic immobiliser (EWS)

ment/extra keys.

if a key is lost or mislaid ( 65).

with Keyless Ride OE approx. 1 m

Ignition, fuel filler cap and anti-

theft alarm system all work with

Locking the steering lock
Requirement
Handlebars are turned to the left. Radio-operated key is within range.

Switching on ignition Requirement Radio-operated key is within range.

with LED additional headlight OA

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LED auxiliary headlights are switched on.

67

Pre-Ride-Check is performed.

( 135)

ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-

gress. ( 136)

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in

progress. ( 137)

Operation

The steering lock is disen-

gaged:

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Briefly press button 1.

Press and hold down button 1. The steering lock engages with an audible click. Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched off. To unlock the steering lock, briefly press button 1.

The steering lock can be unlocked once the ignition is switched on. Steering lock is engaged: Press and hold down button 1. The steering lock disengages. Side lights and all function circuits are switched on. with daytime riding light OE
Daytime riding light is switched on.

Side lights and all function circuits are switched on. with daytime riding light OE
Daytime riding light is switched on. with LED additional headlight OA
LED auxiliary headlights are switched on. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. ( 135)

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ABS self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 136)

Press and hold down button 1. Light is switched off.

NOTICE

Operation

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in 68 progress. ( 137)
Switching off ignition Requirement Radio-operated key is within range.
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The steering lock engages.
To switch off the ignition and do not engage the steering lock:
Briefly press button 1. Light is switched off. The steering lock does not engage. Locking the steering lock ( 67).

A spare key attached to the same ring as the radio-operated key used to start the engine could 'irritate' the electronics, in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued. Always keep the spare key separate from the radio-operated key.
If you mislay a radio-operated key

Electronic immobiliser EWS
The on-board electronics access

you can have the key in question barred by your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. In order to have a key barred you must

the data saved in the radio-op- bring along all the other keys be-

erated key via a ring aerial. The longing to the motorcycle.

The steering lock can be locked once the ignition is switched off. To switch off the ignition and engage the steering lock:

ignition is not enabled for starting until the engine control unit has recognised the radio-operated key as "authorised" for your motorcycle.

The engine cannot be started by a barred radio-operated key, but a radio-operated key that has been barred can subsequently be reactivated.

Turn the handlebars all the way

You can obtain emergency/ex-

to left.

tra keys only through an author-

ised BMW Motorrad dealer. The radio-operated keys are part of an integrated security system, so the dealer is under an obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys.
Loss of the radiooperated key
NOTICE
Note the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid. If you happen to loose the radiooperated key during the journey, you can start the vehicle using the emergency key.

Emergency key can be removed.

4

Starting the engine ( 135). 69

Replacing battery of

remote key

Operation

If the radio-operated key does not react to a short or long keystroke:

Insert emergency key 1 into the slot between front seat

Battery of the radio-operated key is not at full capacity.

and rear seat, in such a way that the emergency key is posi-

Remote key battery

z

weak. Limited central

tioned above aerial 2.

locking function. Change

Time during which the

battery.

engine has to be started.

The unlocking procedure has

to be repeated if this time is

allowed to expire.

30 s
Pre-Ride-Check is performed. Emergency key has been recognised. Engine can be started.

Press button 1.

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Key bit folds out. Push battery cover 2 up.

70

Remove battery 3. Dispose of the used battery

in line with statutory require-

ments, do not dispose of the

battery in household waste.

Operation

ATTENTION

Unsuitable or incorrectly inserted batteries
z Component damage
Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer's specifications. When inserting the battery, always make sure polarity is correct.
Insert new battery with the positive terminal to the top.
Battery type

For Keyless Ride radio-operated key

Battery type
CR 2032 Install battery cover 2. Red LED in the instrument cluster flashes. The radio-operated key is now operational again.
Emergency off switch (kill switch)

WARNING
Operation of the kill switch while riding Risk of fall due to rear wheel locking
Do not operate the kill switch when riding.
The emergency off switch is a kill switch for switching off the engine quickly and easily.

1 Emergency off switch (kill switch)

A Engine switched off B Normal operating position
(run)

Intelligent emergency call

Language for emergency call

4

with intelligent emergency

Each vehicle has a language as-

71

call OE

signed to it depending on the

market for which it is intended.

Emergency call via BMW The BMW Call Center answers in

Press the SOS button in an

this language.

Operation

emergency only. Even if an emergency call using

NOTICE

BMW is not possible, the system The language for the emergency Open cover 1.

may make an emergency call to call can only be changed by the

Briefly press SOS button 2.

a public emergency call number. BMW Motorrad partner. The lan-

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This depends on the respective guage assigned to the vehicle

mobile phone network and the differs from the display languages

national regulations.

that can be selected by the rider

The emergency call is not able to in the TFT display.

be ensured because of technical reasons due to unfavourable con- Manual emergency call

ditions, e.g. in areas where there Requirement

is no mobile phone reception.

An emergency call has occurred.

The vehicle is at a standstill. The

ignition is switched on.

The time until transmission of

an emergency call is displayed.

During that time, it is possible to

cancel the emergency call.

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Operate the emergency-off switch to stop the engine.

Remove helmet. 72 After expiry of the timer, a

voice contact to the BMW Call

Center is established.

Operation

Provide information to the

The time until transmission of

emergency services using the an emergency call is displayed.

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microphone 3 and speaker 4. During that time, it is possible to

cancel the emergency call.

Automatic emergency call If possible, remove helmet and

The intelligent emergency call

stop engine.

The connection was established. is active after the ignition is switched on and reacts if a fall or

A voice contact connection to the BMW Call Center is estab-

crash occurs.

lished.

Emergency call in the event of a light fall
A minor fall or a crash is detected. An acoustic signal is sounded.

Emergency call in the event of a severe fall
A severe fall or a crash is detected. The emergency call is placed automatically without delay.

The connection was established.

Lights
Low-beam headlight and sidelights
The side lights switch on automatically when the ignition is switched on.

with daytime riding light OE In daytime the daytime riding

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light can be switched on as an alternative to the low-beam head-

73

light.

High-beam headlight and headlight flasher
Switching on ignition ( 64).

Operation

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NOTICE

Open cover 1. Provide information to the emergency services using the microphone 3 and speaker 4.

The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary.
The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when the engine is started.

Push switch 1 forward to switch on the high-beam headlight. Pull switch 1 back to operate the headlight flasher.

4 Headlight courtesy delay feature 74 Switch off the ignition.

Parking lights Switching off ignition ( 65).

Requirement
The additional headlights are active only when the low-beam headlight is active.

NOTICE

Operation

The auxiliary headlights have ap-

proval as fog lights and their use

is permissible in bad weather

conditions only. Always comply

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with the road traffic regulations in Immediately after switching off force in the country in which the

Immediately after switching off

the ignition, push button 1 to vehicle is used.

the ignition, pull switch 1 back

the left and hold it in that po-

Starting the engine ( 135).

and hold it in that position until sition until the parking lights

the headlight courtesy delay

come on.

feature comes on.

Switch the ignition on and off

The vehicle lighting lights for

again to switch off the parking

one minute and is automatically lights.

switched back off. This can be used after parking the vehicle, for example, to light the way to the house door.

Additional headlight
with LED additional headlight OA

Manual daytime riding light

switch off the Auto. dayt. rid. light function.

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Requirement

75

Automatic daytime riding light is

switched off.

Operation

Press button 1 to switch on the additional headlights.
The indicator light for the auxiliary headlight illuminates. Press button 1 again to switch off the additional headlights.
Day run lights
with daytime riding light OE

WARNING
Switching on the daytime riding light in the dark. Risk of accident
Do not use the daytime riding light in the dark.
NOTICE
By comparison with the lowbeam headlight, the daytime running light makes the vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic. This improves daytime visibility.
Starting the engine ( 135). In the Settings, Vehicle settings, Lights menu,

Press button 1 to switch on

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the daytime riding light.

The indicator light for the

daytime riding light lights

up.

The low-beam headlight and the front side lights are switched off. In the dark or in tunnels: Press button 1 again to switch off the daytime riding light and switch on the low-beam headlight and front side light.

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NOTICE

Operation

76 If the high-beam headlight is switched on while the daytime riding light is on, the daytime riding light is switched off after approx. 2 seconds and the high-beam headlight, low-beam headlight and front side light are switched on. If the high beam headlight is
z switched off again, the daytime
running light is not automatically reactivated, but must be switched on again if required.

Automatic daytime riding light

NOTICE
The changeover between daytime riding light and lowbeam headlight including front side lights can be effected automatically.

WARNING
The automatic daytime riding light does not replace the personal assessment of the light conditions Risk of accident
Switch off the automatic daytime riding light in poor light conditions.
In the Settings, Vehicle settings, Lights menu, switch on the Auto. dayt. rid. light function.
The indicator light for the automatic daytime riding light lights up.
If the ambient brightness decreases below a certain value, the low beam headlight is automatically switched on (e. B. in a tunnel). When sufficient ambient brightness is detected, the

daytime riding light is switched back on.
The indicator light for the daytime riding light shows if the daytime riding light is active.
Manual operation of the light when the automatic system is switched on
If you press the button for the daytime riding light, the automatic daytime riding light is switched off and the lowbeam headlight and front side lights are switched on (e.g. when you ride into a tunnel and the response of the automatic daytime riding light to the change in ambient brightness is delayed). The auxiliary headlight switches on again when the daytime riding light is switched off. Pressing the daytime riding light button again reactivates the automatic daytime riding

light, in other words, the daytime riding light is switched on again when ambient brightness is adequate.

Hazard warning lights system
Operating hazard warning flashers
Switching on ignition ( 64).
NOTICE
The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary.

Press button 1 to switch on the hazard warning lights system. Ignition can be switched off. To switch off the hazard warning lights system, switch on the ignition if necessary and press button 1 again.
Turn indicators
Operating the turn indicators
Switching on ignition ( 64).

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77
Press button 1 to the left to switch on the left turn indicator.
Press button 1 to the right to z
switch on the right turn indicator. Operate button 1 in the centre position to switch off the turn indicator.

Operation

4 Comfort turn indicator
78

dicators only switch off automatically once the speed-dependent distance covered is reached.
Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Deactivating the ABS

Operation

function

Switching on ignition ( 64).

Press and hold button 1 until

If button 1 has been pressed to

NOTICE

the ABS indicator and warning

z the right or left, the turn indic-

light changes its display beha-

ators are automatically switched You have the option of deactiv-

viour.

off under the following circum- ating the ABS function while the Immediately after the button 1 is

stances:

motorcycle is on the move.

pressed, the system statuses for

Speed below 30 km/h: after

ASC/DTC and ABS are displayed

50 m distance covered.

as ON.

Speed between 30 km/h and 100 km/h: after a speed-dependent distance covered or in case of acceleration. Speed over 100 km/h: after flashing five times.
If button 1 is pressed to the right or left slightly longer, the turn in-

First the ASC indicator and warning light changes its display behaviour. Press and hold down button 1 until the ABS indicator and warning light responds. Under these circumstances, there is no

change in the ASC/DTC setting.
ABS indicator and warning light comes on.
Possible ABS system status OFF! is displayed.
Release button 1 after the ABS system status changes over. The ASC/DTC system status remains unchanged and a new ABS system status OFF! is briefly displayed.
ABS indicator and warning light remains on.
The ABS function is switched off. The integral function remains active. without riding modes Pro OE Hill Start Control is still activated.

with riding modes Pro OE Hill Start Control Pro is still

Activating the ABS function

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activated. with riding modes Pro OE

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The function of the Dynamic Brake Control is also switched off when the ABS function is switched off.

Operation

See the section entitled "Engineering details" for more information on brake systems with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: Partially integral brakes ( 150) Hill Start Control function ( 161) with riding modes Pro OE
Dynamic Brake Control function ( 157)

Press and hold button 1 until z
the ABS indicator and warning light changes its display behaviour. Immediately after the button 1 is pressed, the system statuses for ASC/DTC and ABS are displayed as OFF!.

ABS indicator and warning

light goes out; if self-dia-

gnosis has not been completed, it starts to flash.

4 Possible ABS system status ON is displayed. Release button 1 after the ABS 80 system status changes over.
ABS indicator and warning light remains off or continues to flash.

An ABS fault has occurred if the ABS indicator and warning light shows when the motorcycle accelerates to a speed in excess of the minimum stated below after the ignition was switched

Operation

The ASC/DTC system status

off and then on again.

remains unchanged and a new

min 10 km/h

ABS system status ON is briefly

displayed.
z

Traction control (ASC/

The ABS function is switched DTC)

on.

Switch off the ASC/DTC

You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again.

function Switching on ignition ( 64).

Press and hold button 1 until the ASC/DTC indicator and warning light changes its display behaviour. Immediately after button 1 is pressed, ASC/DTC system status ON and current ABS system status are displayed.

NOTICE
You have the option of deactivating the ASC/DTC function while the motorcycle is on the move.

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light comes on.
Possible ASC/DTC system status OFF! is displayed.
Release button 1 after the ASC/DTC system status changes.

The new ASC/DTC system status OFF! is displayed briefly. The ABS system status remains unchanged.

Immediately after button 1 is pressed, ASC/DTC system status OFF! and current ABS system status are displayed.

4 without riding modes Pro OE
Alternatively, switch the ignition

off and on again.

81

with riding modes Pro OE

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light remains on.

ASC/DTC indicator and warning light goes out; if

If the coding plug is not inserted, you have the alternative of

Operation

self-diagnosis has not been com- switching the ignition off and

The ASC/DTC function is

pleted, it starts to flash.

then on again.

switched off.
Switch on the ASC/DTC function

Possible ASC system status ON is displayed.
Release button 1 once the status has changed.
ASC indicator and warning light remains off or contin-

See the section entitled "En-

gineering details" for more in-

formation on traction control

(ASC/DTC):

z

How does traction control

work? ( 153)

ues to flash.

Electronic Suspension

Possible ASC/DTC system

Adjustment (DESA)

status ON is displayed.

with Dynamic ESA OE

Press and hold button 1 until the ASC/DTC indicator and warning light changes its display behaviour.

The ASC/DTC function is switched on.

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NOTICE

82 The electronic chassis and

BMW Motorrad recommends the

suspension setting Dynamic ESA Auto chassis and suspension

is able to adjust your motorcycle setting.

automatically to the load. If the spring setting is set to Auto, the Viewing suspension

rider does not have to change

settings

the load setting.

Switching on ignition ( 64).

See the "Engineering details"

Immediately after pressing

section for more information on

the button 1, the chassis and

Operation

z Dynamic ESA ( 155).
Available damping modes

suspension adjustments for damping action 2 and spring setting 3 are displayed.

For on-road mode: Road and Dynamic

The setting shows briefly, then disappears automatically.

Available load settings
Predefined minimum spring setting: Min Active riding position equaliser with automatic spring setting:

Press button 1 view the current setting.

Adjusting the chassis and suspension
Switching on ignition ( 64).

Auto

Predefined maximum spring

setting: Max

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Operation

Press button 1 view the current setting. To adjust damping: Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the setting you want to use appears on the display.
NOTICE
You can adjust the damping characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move.

The selection arrow 4 is dis-

To make the spring setting:

played.

Starting the engine ( 135).

The selection arrow 4 disappears after the status is changed.

Repeatedly press and hold but- z
ton 1 until the setting you want to use appears on the display.

The following settings are avail-

NOTICE

able:

Road: damping for comfortable on-road riding

The spring setting cannot be changed while riding.

Dynamic: damping action for dynamic on-road riding

The following message is displayed if no setting is possible:

Load adjustment only

avail. stopped.

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The settings for damping and spring setting shown on the

The chassis and suspension settings disappear once adjust-

display are automatically ac-

ment is complete.

84

cepted if you allow a certain

In Auto loading mode, the

length of time to pass without

spring setting is adjusted only

pressing button 1.

once the motorcycle is driven

off.

Operation

Riding mode

The selection arrow 4 is dis-

Using the riding modes

played.

BMW Motorrad has developed

z

The selection arrow 4

operational scenarios for your motorcycle from which you can

disappears after the status is

select the scenario suitable for

changed.

your situation:

The following settings are avail- The new chassis and suspension Series

able: Min: Minimum spring setting (only suitable for one-up mode) Auto: Automatic spring setting (recommended chassis and

adjustments for damping action 2 and spring setting 3 are briefly displayed.
If the temperature is very low,

RAIN: Riding on a rain-wet roadway. ROAD: Riding on a dry roadway.

suspension setting)

take the weight off the mo-

Max: Maximum spring setting

torcycle before increasing the

(only suitable for two-up mode) spring setting; if applicable,

have your passenger dismount.

with riding modes Pro OE with Pro riding modes
DYNAMIC: Dynamic riding on a dry roadway. DYNAMIC PRO: For dynamic riding on dry roadways while taking into account the settings made by the rider.

The optimum interplay of engine characteristic, ABS control and ASC/DTC is provided for each of these scenarios.

Press button 1.

with Dynamic ESA OE The chassis and suspension adjustment can also be adjusted in the scenario selected. See the "Engineering details" section for more information on the riding modes ( 156).
Selecting riding mode Switching on ignition ( 64).

The riding mode currently active 2 is sent to the back and the first selectable riding mode 3 is displayed. The guide 4 displays

4 how many riding modes are avail-
able. 85
Repeatedly press button 1 until z
the riding mode you want appears on the display. The following ride modes can be selected: RAIN: for riding on a rain-wet roadway. ROAD: for riding on a dry roadway. with riding modes Pro OE The following riding mode can be selected:

Operation

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DYNAMIC: for dynamic riding on a dry roadway.

PRO riding mode
with riding modes Pro OE

86

With the motorcycle at a standstill, the selected mode is ac-

Adjustment option

tivated after approximately two The PRO riding modes can be

seconds.

set individually.

Operation

The newly selected riding

Setting up PRO riding

z

mode is activated as you ride only when the following preconditions are satisfied: Throttle grip is in the idle position. Brake is not applied. Cruise control is not active.

mode
Switching on ignition ( 64). Call up the Settings, Vehicle settings menu. The following PRO riding mode can be adapted:

The Engine system has been selected. The current setting is displayed as a diagram 1 with explanatory texts relating to the system 2.

The selected riding mode

DYNAMIC PRO riding mode

Select system and confirm.

is retained with the engine-

Select and confirm riding

characteristic, ASC/DTC and

mode.

Dynamic ESA adaptation settings even after the ignition has been switched off.

Adjusting Dynamic Pro with riding modes Pro OE Setting up PRO riding mode

( 86).

4 The following factory settings Display when adjusting
apply for DYNAMIC PRO RID- settings (Speed Limit Info

ING MODE: DTC: Dynamic

active)

87

ENGINE: Dynamic

Cruise-control system
with cruise control OE

Operation

You can browse through the

Display when adjusting

available settings 3 and the cor- settings (Speed Limit Info

responding explanations 4. Set up system. The Engine and DTC systems can be set up in the same way. The settings can be reset to

not active)

z
The symbol 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and the top status line.

the factory settings:

Resetting riding mode settings

( 87).

Resetting riding mode settings
Setting up PRO riding mode ( 86). Select Reset and confirm.

The symbol 1 for cruise control is displayed in the Pure Ride view and the top status line.

4 Switching on cruise control 88

Saving road speed

Accelerating

Operation

Briefly push button 1 forward.

Briefly push button 1 forward.

z

Slide switch 1 to the right.

Button 2 is enabled for opera-

tion.

Adjustment range for cruise control

Speed is increased by approx. 1 km/h each time you push the button.

20...210 km/h
Indicator light for cruise control lights up.

Push button 1 forward and hold it in this position. The motorcycle accelerates with infinite variability (no

The motorcycle maintains your current cruising speed and the setting is saved.

steps). The current speed is maintained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again.

Decelerating

Deactivating cruise control

4 Resuming former cruising
speed

Brake, pull the clutch lever

89

or turn the throttle twistgrip

(close the throttle by turning

the twistgrip back past the

idle position) to deactivate the

cruise-control system.

Operation

NOTICE

Briefly push button 1 back.

Whenever the Pro shift assist-

Speed is reduced by approx. ant shifts gears, cruise control

Briefly push button 1 back to z

1 km/h each time you push the is automatically disengaged for

return to the speed saved be-

button.

safety reasons.

forehand.

Push button 1 back and hold it

in this position.

NOTICE

NOTICE

The motorcycle decelerates with infinite variability (no steps). The current speed is maintained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again.

For safety reasons, cruise control is deactivated automatically when the ASC and DTC systems intervene.
Telltale light for cruise control goes out.

Opening the throttle does not deactivate the cruise-control system. If you release the twistgrip the motorcycle will decelerate only to the cruising speed saved in memory, even though you might have intended slowing to

a lower speed.

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Indicator light for cruise control lights up.

90 Switching off cruise control

Operation

z
Slide switch 1 to the left. The system is deactivated. Button 2 is disabled.

Hill Start Control Reading

Secure the vehicle by braking manually.
NOTICE
Hill Start Control is purely a comfort system to facilitate holding the machine and pulling way on uphill gradients and should not be confused with a parking brake.

The 1 symbol for the driveoff assistant is displayed in the Pure Ride view and in the top status line.
Operate Hill Start Control Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill.
ATTENTION
Failure of the drive-off assistant Risk of accident

Operate the brake lever 1 or footbrake lever strongly and release again quickly.

Green holding symbol is displayed.

Hill Start Control function ( 161)

Hill Start Control has been activated. To switch off Hill Start Control, operate the brake lever 1 or footbrake lever again.
The holding symbol disappears. Alternatively, ride off in 1st or 2nd gear.
NOTICE
When riding off, Hill Start Control is automatically deactivated.
Once the brake has been fully released, the holding symbol disappears.
Hill Start Control is deactivated. See the "Engineering details" section for more information on Hill Start Control:

Switching Hill Start Control on or off
Switching on ignition ( 64). Call up the Settings, Vehicle settings menu. Switch Hill Start Control on or off.
Operating Hill Start Control Pro
with riding modes Pro OE
ATTENTION
Failure of the drive-off assistant Risk of accident
Secure the vehicle by braking manually.

NOTICE

4

The drive-off assistant Hill Start 91 Control Pro is only a comfort system to enable easier riding off on gradients and should not be confused with an electromechanical holding brake.

Operation

NOTICE

The Hill Start Control Pro driveoff assistant should not be used

z

on inclines of over 40 %.

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NOTICE

Hill Start Control function ( 161)

92

If Hill Start Control Pro has been Adjusting Hill Start

deactivated using the brake lever, automatic Hill Start Control is

Control Pro

deactivated for the next 4 m.

with riding modes Pro OE

The holding symbol disap-

Switching on ignition ( 64).

Operation

pears.

Call up the Settings,

z

Operate the brake lever 1 or footbrake lever strongly and release again quickly. Alternatively, apply the brake for about one second beyond the vehicle reaching a standstill on an incline of at least 5 %.
Green holding symbol is displayed.

Alternatively, ride off in 1st or 2nd gear.
NOTICE
When riding off, Hill Start Control Pro is automatically deactivated.
Once the brake has been fully released, the holding symbol disappears.

Vehicle settings menu. Select Hill Start Control Pro. To switch off Hill Start Control Pro, select Off. Hill Start Control Pro is deactivated. To switch on manual Hill Start Control Pro, select Manual. Hill Start Control Pro can be

Hill Start Control Pro is activated. To switch off the Hill Start Control Pro, operate the brake lever 1 or footbrake lever again.

Hill Start Control Pro is deactivated. See the "Engineering details" section for more information on Hill Start Control Pro:

activated by forcefully operating the handbrake or footbrake lever. To switch on automatic Hill Start Control Pro, select Auto. Hill Start Control Pro can be activated by forcefully operat-

ing the handbrake or footbrake lever. If the brake is actuated for approximately one second after the vehicle has come to a standstill and the motorcycle is on a gradient of at least 5%, Hill Start Control Pro is automatically activated. The selected setting remains stored even after the ignition is switched off.
Anti-theft alarm (DWA)
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Activation
Switching on ignition ( 64). Customising anti-theft alarm settings ( 95). Switch off the ignition. If the alarm system is activated, then the alarm system will be automatically activated when the ignition is switched off.

Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. Turn indicators flash twice. Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed). Anti-theft alarm is active. with Keyless Ride OE
Switch off the ignition. Press button 1 on the radiooperated key twice. Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. Turn indicators flash twice. Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed).

Anti-theft alarm is active.

4

93

Operation

Press button 1 again on the radio-operated key during the

z

activation phase to deactiv-

ate the motion sensor (e.g. to

transport the motorcycle by

train when the severe move-

ments may activate the alarm).

Turn indicators flash three

times.

Confirmation tone sounds three

times (if programmed).

Motion sensor has been deac-

tivated.

4 Alarm signal A DWA alarm can be triggered 94 by:
motion sensor switch-on attempt with an un-

type of alarm tone can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
with Keyless Ride OE

the reason for the alarm for one minute. Light signals issued by the DWA LED:
Flashes 1x: motion sensor 1

authorised vehicle key.

Flashes 2x: motion sensor 2

disconnection of the DWA anti-

Flashes 3x: ignition switched

Operation

theft alarm from the motor-

on with unauthorised vehicle

cycle's battery (DWA internal

key

battery in the anti-theft alarm

Flashes 4x: disconnection of

provides power - alarm tone

the anti-theft alarm from the

z

only, the turn indicators do not

flash).

motorcycle's battery Flashes 5x: motion sensor 3

All functions are sustained even if the internal battery of the DWA anti-theft alarm system is flat; the only difference is that an alarm cannot be triggered if the system is disconnected from the motorcycle's battery.
An alarm lasts for approximately 26 seconds. While an alarm is in progress an alarm tone sounds and the turn indicators flash. The

The activated alarm can be aborted at any time by pressing the 1 button on the radio-operated key, without deactivating the anti-theft alarm.
If an alarm was triggered while the motorcycle was unattended, the rider is notified accordingly by an alarm tone sounding once when the ignition is switched on. The DWA LED then indicates

DWA Deactivating Switch on the ignition.

with Keyless Ride OE

Adapt Warning signal Switch Tilt alarm sensor

deactivated the DWA in addition to flashing turn indicators.

4

on or off

Arm automatically:

Switch Arming tone on or off Automatic activation of the alarm

95

Switch Arm automatically function after the ignition is

on or off

switched off.

Possible settings ( 95)

Tyre pressure

Operation

Possible settings

monitoring (RDC)

Short-press button 1. Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once

Warning signal: Set the increasing and decreasing or intermittent alarm tone. Tilt alarm sensor: Activate

with tyre pressure control (RDC) OE
Switching the minimum

z

(if programmed).

tilt sensor to monitor the inclin- pressure warning on or off

Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is deactivated.

ation of the vehicle. The DWA responds, for example, to wheel theft or being towed away.

The minimum pressure of the tyres can be freely selected. When the minimum pressure is

Customising anti-theft alarm settings

NOTICE

reached, a minimum pressure warning can be displayed.

Switching on ignition ( 64). Call up the Settings, Vehicle settings, Alarm system menu.

Deactivate the tilt sensor when transporting the vehicle in order to prevent the DWA from tripping.

Call up the Settings, Vehicle settings, RDC menu. Switch Nom. pressure

The following settings are avail- Arming tone: Confirmation

able:

alarm tone after having activated/

warning on or off.

4 Heated handlebar grips with heated grips OE 96 Operating the heated
handlebar grips
NOTICE

The selected heating stage will be saved if you allow a certain length of time to pass without making further changes. To switch off the heated grips, repeatedly press button 1 until the heated grip 3 is hidden.

Operation

The heating in the heated

Front and rear seats

handlebar grips can be activated only when the engine is running.
z

Repeatedly press button 1 until the desired heating level 2 appears in front of the heated

Removing rear seat
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor-

NOTICE

grip symbol 3. The handlebar grips have two-

cycle on its stand.

The increase in power consump- stage heating.

tion caused by having the heated

50% heating power

handlebar grips switched on can

drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the

100% heating power

charge level is low, the heated

handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the battery's starting capability.
Starting the engine ( 135).

Stage 2 is for heating the grips quickly: it is advisable to switch back to stage 1 as soon as the grips are warm.

Press down on the front part of rear seat 2 and at the same

time turn seat lock 1 to the left Removing front seat with the vehicle key and hold it Removing rear seat ( 96).

4

in this position. Lift the rear seat at the front

Front seat is unlocked. Work the front seat to the

97

and release the key.

rear to remove and place it,

Remove rear seat 2 and place

upholstered side down, on a

it, upholstered side down, on a clean surface.

clean surface.

Install the rear seat

Installing front seat Removing rear seat ( 96).

Operation

z

Begin by slipping rear seat 1 into the mounts at the back. Firmly press down on front seat 1 at the front. The rear seat engages with an audible click.

Push the front seat all the way into front mounts 1 and then lower it into position at the back.

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98
z

Operation

TFT display

5

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

99

Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

General settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

TFT display

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

My vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

z

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Display software version . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Display licence information . . . . . . . . . 120

5 General instructions Warnings
100 WARNING

Operate those systems or devices only when the traffic situation allows for it. If necessary, stop and operate the systems or devices when

Using a smartphone during

stationary.

the journey or while the en-

gine is running

Connectivity functions

TFT display

Risk of accident

Connectivity functions include

Always observe the relevant

media, telephony and navigation.

road traffic regulations.

Connectivity functions can

Do not use the smartphone

be used if the TFT display is

z

during the journey (apart from connected to a mobile end applications that do not require device and a helmet ( 111).

operation, e.g. making tele-

For more information on the

phone calls with the hands-free Connectivity functions go

system).

to bmwmotorrad.com/

connectivity

WARNING

Distraction from the road and loss of control Operating the integrated information system and communication devices while driving results in a risk of accident

NOTICE
If the fuel tank is between the mobile device and the TFT display, the Bluetooth connection may be restricted. BMW Motorrad recommends

storing the device above the fuel tank (e.g. in your jacket pocket).
NOTICE
Depending on the mobile device, the scope of the Connectivity functions may be restricted.
BMW Motorrad Connected App The BMW Motorrad Connected App contains usage and vehicle information. For some functions, such as navigation, the app must be installed on the mobile end device and connected to the TFT display. The app is used to start route guidance and adjust the navigation.
NOTICE
On some mobile devices, e.g. those with iOS operating systems, the BMW Motorrad Con-

nected App must be opened before use.
Currentness The TFT display may be updated after the publication date. Because of this, your motorcycle may differ from the information supplied in the Rider's Manual. Up-to-date information is available at: bmw-motorrad.com

Principle Controls
All contents of the display are operated using the multi-controller 1 and the MENU 2 rocker button. Depending on the context, the following functions are possible.

Multi-controller functions
Turn the multi-controller upwards:
Move the cursor upwards in lists. Adjust settings. Increase volume.

Turn the multi-controller downwards:

5

Move the cursor downwards in lists.

101

Adjust settings.

Decrease volume.

TFT display

Tilt the multi-controller to

the left:

Activate the function in accordance with the operation feedback.

Activate the function to the left or back.

z

Go back to the View menu after settings.

In the View menu, change up a level.

In the My Vehicle menu: advance one menu screen.

Tilt the multi-controller to the right:
Activate the function in accordance with the operation feedback.

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Confirm selection. Confirm settings.

102

Advance a menu step. Scroll to the right in lists.

In the My Vehicle menu: ad-

vance one menu screen.

Press and hold the top part of the MENU rocker button:
In the View menu: call up Pure Ride view. In Pure Ride view: change operating focus to the Navigator.

TFT display

MENU rocker button

Briefly push MENU down:

functions

Change down a level.

NOTICE

No function if the lowest hierarchical level has been

Instructions given by the navig-

reached.

z ation system are displayed in a Hold MENU down:

dialogue box if the Navigation menu has not been called up.

Change back to the last menu after a previous menu change

Operation of the MENU rocker

by holding up the MENU

button is temporarily restricted.

rocker button.

Briefly push MENU up:

In the View menu, change up a

level.

In the Pure Ride view: change

the display for rider info status

line.

Operating instructions in the main menu
Operating instructions show whether interactions are possible, and which ones.

Operating instructions in submenus
In addition to the operating instructions in the main menu, there are additional operating instructions in the submenus.

pending on whether you can return to a higher level.

5

Operating instruction 2: An

additional submenu level can

103

be called up.

Operating instruction 3: There

are more entries than can be

displayed.

TFT display

Meaning of the operating instructions:
Operating instruction 1: the left

Display Pure Ride view
Press and hold rocker button MENU up.

end has been reached.

z

Operating instruction 2: it is

possible to scroll to the right.

Operating instruction 3: it is

possible to scroll down.

Meaning of the operating

Operating instruction 4: it is

instructions:

possible to scroll to the left.

Operating instruction 1: The

Operating instruction 5: the

current display is located in a

right end has been reached.

hierarchical menu. A submenu

level is shown with a symbol.

Two symbols indicate two or

more submenu levels. The col-

our of the symbol changes de-

5 Switching functions on and off 104

Symbol 3 shows that the function can be switched off. Symbol 4 shows that the function can be switched on.
Call up the menu

Repeatedly press the multicontroller 1 briefly to the right until the desired menu item is highlighted. Briefly push button 2 down.
NOTICE

TFT display

The Settings menu can only be called up when the vehicle is stationary.

Some menu items have a check
z box in front of them. The check

box shows whether the function

is on or off. Action symbols after the menu items show what will be switched by tilting the multicontroller briefly to the right. Examples for switching on and off:

Display Pure Ride view ( 103). Briefly push button 2 down. The following menus can be called up:

Symbol 1 shows that the function is switched on. Symbol 2 shows that the function is switched off.

My vehicle Navigation Media Telephone

Settings

Move the cursor in lists
Call up the menu ( 104). To move the cursor down in lists, turn the multi-controller 1

down until the desired entry is highlighted. To move the cursor up in lists, turn the multi-controller 1 up until the desired entry is highlighted.
Confirm selection

The last menu used is called up. The last entry highlighted is selected.
Changing the operating focus
with preparation for navigation system OE

If the Navigator is connected, it is possible to switch between operation of the Navigator and the TFT display.

Select the desired entry. Briefly press the multi-controller 1 to the right.
Call up the last menu used In Pure Ride view: press and hold the MENU rocker button.

Changing the operating focus
with preparation for navigation system OE
with preparation for navigation system OE with navigation system OA Securing navigation system ( 204). Display Pure Ride view ( 103).

Press and hold rocker button MENU up.

5

Operating focus switches

to the Navigator or the TFT

105

display. The active device is

marked on the left in the upper

status line. Operator actions

affect the currently active

device until the operating focus

is changed again.

Operating navigation system

( 206)

TFT display

System status displays

z

The system status is displayed in the lower area of the menu if a function is switched on or off.

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106

TFT display

Examples of what the system

statuses mean:

System status 1: ASC/DTC

z

function is switched on.

System status 2: ABS function

is switched off.

Switches the display for driver info. status line
Requirement
The vehicle is at a standstill. The Pure Ride view appears on the display.

Switching on ignition ( 64). All necessary information from the on-board computer for op-

eration on public roads (e.g. TRIP 1) and trip computer (e.g. TRIP 2) are available in the TFT display. The information can be displayed in the top status line. with tyre pressure control (RDC) OE
Information from the tyre pressure control can also be displayed. Select content of the rider info. status line ( 107).

Briefly press button 1 to select the value in the top status line 2. The following values can be displayed: Odometer Total Trip distance 1 TRIP 1 Trip distance 2 TRIP 2
Average consumption 1
Average consumption 2
Riding time 1

Riding time 2

Break 1

Break 2

Press and hold the button 1 to display the Pure Ride view.

Average speed 1 Average speed 2 Tyre pressure Fuel gauge

Adjust settings

Switching Speed Limit Info on or off

5

Requirement

107

Vehicle is connected with a com-

patible mobile end device. The

BMW Motorrad Connected app

is installed on the mobile end

device.

TFT display

Range
Select content of the rider info. status line
Call up the Settings, Display, Status line content menu. Switch on the desired displays. It is possible to switch between the selected displays in the rider info. status line. If no displays are selected, only the range will be displayed.

Select and confirm the desired settings menu. Turn the multi-controller 1 downwards until the desired setting is highlighted. If there are operating instructions, tilt the multi-controller 1 to the right. If there are no operating instructions, tilt the multi-controller 1 to the left. The setting is saved.

Speed Limit Info displays

the maximum speed currently

permitted.

Call up the Settings,

z

Display menu.

Switch Speed Limit Info on

or off.

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TFT display

z

1 Scale 2 Lower engine speed range

3 Upper/red engine speed

range

4 Needle

5 Secondary indicator

6 Engine speed display unit:

1,000 revolutions per

minute

NOTICE
The red engine speed range changes depending on the coolant temperature: The colder the engine, the lower the speed at which the red engine speed range starts. The warmer the engine, the higher the speed at which the red engine speed range starts. When the operating temperature is reached, the display of the red engine speed range no longer changes. The upshift recommendation is dynamically adapted.

Range
The range readout 1 indicates how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is calculated on the basis of average consumption and the quantity of fuel on board.
When the motorcycle is propped on its side stand the slight angle of inclination means that the sensor cannot register the fuel level correctly. This is the reason why the range is recalculated only when the side stand is in the retracted position.

The range is shown together with a warning once the fuel reserve has been reached. After a refuelling stop, range is recalculated if the amount of fuel in the tank is greater than the reserve quantity.

General settings
Adjust the volume Connect rider's and passenger's helmet ( 112). Increase volume: turn the multi-controller upwards.

Setting the clock Switching on ignition ( 64).

5

Call up the Settings, Sys- 109 tem settings, Date and

time, Set time menu.

Adjust Hour and Minute.

TFT display

The calculated range is only an Decrease volume: turn the

Setting time format

approximate figure.
Recommendation to upshift

multi-controller downwards. Mute: turn the multi-controller all the way down.
Setting the date

Call up the Settings, System settings, Date and time, Time format menu. Select the desired setting.

Switching on ignition ( 64).

Confirm setting.

z

Call up the Settings, System settings, Date and time, Set date menu. Adjust Day, Month and Year. Confirm setting.

Switching GPS synchronisation on or off
with preparation for navigation system OE

The upshift recommendation 1 signals the economically best point in time for upshift.

Set date format
Call up the Settings, System settings, Date and time, Date format menu. Select the desired setting. Confirm setting.

Call up the Settings, System settings, Date and time menu. Switch GPS synchronisation on or off. When the respective option is activated in the Navigator,

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the time from the Navigator is applied.

with navigation system OA 110 Special functions ( 209)

Setting units of

measurement

TFT display

Call up the Settings, System settings, Units menu. The following units of measurement can be set:

Distance covered

z

Pressure

Temperature

Speed

Consumption

Setting the language
Call up the Settings, System settings, Language menu. The following languages can be adjusted: Chinese German

English Spanish French Italian Dutch Portuguese Russian Ukrainian Polish Turkish
Adjusting brightness Call up the Settings, Display, Brightness menu. Adjusting display brightness.
Resetting all settings All the settings in the Settings menu can be reset to the factory settings. Call up the Settings menu. Select Reset all and confirm.
The settings in the following menus are reset:
Vehicle settings

System settings Connections Display Information
Existing Bluetooth connections are not deleted.
Bluetooth
Short-range wireless technology The Bluetooth function might not be available in certain countries.
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology. Bluetooth devices are short-range devices transmitting on the license-free ISM band (Industrial, Scientific, Medical) between 2.402 GHz and 2.480 GHz. They can be operated anywhere in the world without a licence being required. Although Bluetooth is designed to establish and sustain robust connections over short distances,

as with every other wireless technology disruptions are

recognition is known as pairing. When two devices have paired

The device must support the A2DP profile

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possible. Interference can affect they remember each other, so

Other Bluetooth-compatible

connections or connections can the pairing process is conducted devices must be OFF (e.g.

111

sometimes fail. Particularly when only once, on initial contact.

mobile phones and navigation

multiple devices operate in a Bluetooth network, with wireless

NOTICE

systems).

TFT display

technology of this nature it is not possible to ensure faultfree communications in every situation.

On some mobile devices, e.g. those with iOS operating systems, the BMW Motorrad Connected App must be opened be-

Please consult the operating instructions for your communication system.
Pairing

Possible sources of

fore use.

Call up the Settings, Con-

interference:
interference zones due to transmission masts and similar. devices with non-compliant Bluetooth implementations. proximity of other Bluetooth-

During the pairing process, the TFT display searches for other Bluetooth-compatible devices within its reception range. The conditions that have to be satisfied before the audio system can

nections menu.

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Bluetooth connections can

be established, managed and

deleted in the CONNECTIONS

menu. The following Bluetooth

connections are displayed:

compatible devices.

recognise another device are as

Mobile device

Pairing

follows: The Bluetooth function of the

Rider's helmet Passenger helm.

Two Bluetooth devices must de- device must be activated

The connection status for mobile

tect each other before they can

The device must be "visible" to end devices is displayed.

create a connection with each

others

other. This process of mutual

TFT display

5 Connect mobile end device
112 Pairing ( 111). Activate the mobile end device's Bluetooth function (see mobile end device's operating instructions). Select Mobile device and confirm. Select Pair new mobile device and confirm.
Mobile end devices are being
z searched for.
The Bluetooth symbol flashes in the bottom status line during pairing.
Mobile end devices found are displayed.
Select and confirm mobile end device. Follow the instructions on the mobile end device. Confirm that the code matches.

The connection is established and the connection status updated. If the connection is not established, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 218) Depending on the mobile end device, telephone data is transferred to the vehicle automatically. Telephone data ( 120) If the telephone book is not displayed, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 219) If the Bluetooth connection is not working as expected, consult the troubleshooting chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 219)

Connect rider's and passenger's helmet
Pairing ( 111). Select Rider's helmet or Passenger helm. and confirm. Make the helmet's communication system visible. Select PAIRING NEW HELMETS or PAIRING NEW PASS. HELM. and confirm. Helmets are searched for.
The Bluetooth symbol flashes in the bottom status line during pairing.
Helmets found are displayed. Select and confirm helmet. The connection is established and the connection status updated. If the connection is not established, consult the troubleshooting chart in the

section entitled "Technical data". ( 218)

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If the Bluetooth connection is

not working as expected, con-

113

sult the troubleshooting chart

in the section entitled "Tech-

nical data". ( 219)

TFT display

Deleting connections

Call up the Settings, Con-

nections menu.

Select Delete connections.

To delete an individual connection, select the connection and

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confirm.

To delete all connections, select Delete all connections and confirm.

5 My vehicle Start screen

114 1 Check Control display

Mode of presentation

( 33)

2 Coolant temperature

TFT display

( 48)

3 Range ( 108)

4 Total distance travelled

5 Service-due indicator

( 60)

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6 Rear tyre pressure ( 50) 7 On-board voltage ( 190)

8 Engine oil level ( 47)

9 Front tyre pressure

( 50)

Operating instructions
Operating instruction 1: tabs which show how far to the left or right can be scrolled. Operating instruction 2: tab which shows the position of the current menu screen.

Scrolling through menu screens

with tyre pressure control (RDC) OE

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TYRE PRESSURE

115

SERVICE REQUIREMENTS

For more information on tyre

pressure and Check Control

messages, see the "Displays"

section.

TFT display

NOTICE

Check control messages are at-

Call up the My vehicle menu. tached dynamically to the My

To scroll to the right, briefly

Vehicle menu screen as addi-

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press Multi-Controller 1 to the tional tabs.

right. To scroll to the left, briefly press Multi-Controller 1 to the

On-board computer and trip computer

left. The My Vehicle menu contains the following screens:
MY VEHICLE

The ON-BOARD COMPUTER and TRIP COMPUT. menu screens display vehicle and trip data, such as average values.

Check Control messages (if any)
ON-BOARD COMPUTER

Calling up the on-board computer

TRIP COMPUT.

Call up the My vehicle menu.

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Scroll to the right until the ON-BOARD COMPUTER menu

screen is displayed. 116

Resetting on-board

computer

Calling up the on-board com-

TFT display

puter ( 115).

Press down the MENU rocker

button.

Select Reset all values

or Reset individual val.

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and confirm.

The following values can be re-

set:

Break

Journey

Current (TRIP 1)

Av. spee.

Av. consump.

Calling up the trip computer
Calling up the on-board computer ( 115).

Scroll to the right until the TRIP COMPUT. menu screen is displayed.

Service requirements

Resetting trip computer
Calling up the trip computer ( 116). Press down the MENU rocker button. Select Reset automatically or Reset all and confirm. If Reset automatically is selected, the on-board computer is automatically reset if a minimum of six hours have passed and the date has changed since the ignition was switched off.

If the time remaining to the next service is less than a month or if the next service is due within 1000 km, a white CC message is displayed.

Navigation
Warnings
WARNING
Using a smartphone during the journey or while the engine is running Risk of accident
Always observe the relevant road traffic regulations. Do not use the smartphone during the journey (apart from applications that do not require operation, e.g. making telephone calls with the hands-free system).

Operate those systems or devices only when the traffic situation allows for it. If necessary, stop and operate the systems or devices when stationary.
Precondition The vehicle is connected to a compatible mobile end device.
The BMW Motorrad Connected app is installed on the connected mobile end device.
NOTICE

Entering destination address

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Connect mobile end device

117

( 112).

Call up the BMW Motorrad Connected App and start the route guidance.

TFT display

Call up the Navigation menu in the TFT display.

Active route guidance is displayed.

If the active route guidance

is not displayed, consult the

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troubleshooting chart in the

section entitled "Technical

data". ( 219)

On some mobile devices, e.g.

Selecting destination from

WARNING
Distraction from the road and loss of control Operating the integrated information system and communication devices while driving results in a

those with iOS operating systems, the BMW Motorrad Connected App must be opened before use.

recent destinations
Call up the Navigation, Recent destinations menu. Select and confirm destination. Select Start route guidance.

risk of accident

5 Selecting destination from favourites

Along the route Select where the special des-

Ending route guidance Call up the Navigation,

118

The FAVOURITES menu displays all destinations which

tinations should be looked for. e.g. the following special destina-

Active route guidance menu.

have been saved as favourites tion can be selected:

Select End route guidance

in the BMW Motorrad Con-

Filling station

and confirm.

TFT display

nected app. No new favourites can be added using the TFT display.

Select and confirm the special destination. Select Start route guid-

Switching spoken instructions on or off

Call up the Navigation, Fa-

ance and confirm.

Connect rider's and passen-

vourites menu. Select and confirm destination.

Setting route criteria

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Select Start guidance.

Call up the Navigation, Route criteria menu.

Entering special

The following criteria can be se-

ger's helmet ( 112). The navigation can be read out by a computer voice. For this purpose, Spoken instructions must be switched on.

destinations

lected:

Call up the Navigation,

Special destinations, such as

Route type

Active route guidance

points of interest, can be dis-

Avoid

menu.

played on the map.

Select desired Route type.

Switch Spoken instruc-

Call up the Navigation,

Switch desired Avoid on or

tions on or off.

POIs menu. The following locations can be selected:

off.

The number of avoidances activ- Repeating last spoken

ated is displayed in brackets.

instruction

At current location

Call up the Navigation,

At destination

Active route guidance

menu.

Select Current instruction and confirm.
Media Precondition
The vehicle is connected to a compatible mobile end device and helmet. Control music playback
Call up the Media menu.

end device for media and calls to maximum before setting off.

5 Select the Now playing, All
artists, All albums or All

Adjust the volume ( 109). Next track: briefly tilt MultiController 1 to the right.

tracks category for search

and playback.

119

Select Playlists.

TFT display

Last track or start of the current track: briefly tilt Multi-Controller 1 to the left. Fast forward: hold Multi-Controller 1 to the right. Rewind: hold Multi-Controller 1 to the left.

You can adjust the following settings in the Audio options submenu:
Switch Shuffle on or off. Select Repeat: Off, One (current track) or All.

Call up the context menu:

Phone

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press the bottom part of the

button 2.

Precondition

NOTICE

The vehicle is connected to a compatible mobile end device

Depending on the mobile device, and helmet.

the scope of the Connectivity

functions may be restricted.

NOTICE
BMW Motorrad recommends setting the volume on the mobile

The following functions can be used in the context menu: Start playback or Pause playback.

5 Telephone calls
120

Phone calls with multiple participants
A second call can be accepted while you are on a call. The first phone call is put on hold. The number of active telephone calls is shown in the Telephone menu. It is possible to switch between two phone calls.

TFT display

Call up the Telephone menu. Telephone data

Accept call: tilt Multi-Control- Depending on the mobile end

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ler 1 to the right.

device, telephone data may be

Reject call: tilt Multi-Controller 1 to the left. End the call: tilt Multi-Controller 1 to the left.

transmitted to the vehicle automatically once pairing is complete ( 111). Phone book: list of contacts saved on the mobile end device

Muting
During active phone calls, the microphone in the helmet can be muted.

Call list: list of calls with the mobile end device Favourites: list of favourites saved on the mobile end device

Display software version
Call up the Settings, Information, Software version menu.
Display licence information
Call up the Settings, Information, Licences menu.

Adjustment

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Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

121

Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Adjustment

Gearshift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Footrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

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Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

6 Mirrors Adjusting mirrors 122

Adjustment

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Turn the mirror head to the

desired position.

Adjusting mirror arm

ATTENTION
Clash of mirror arm with other components. Component damage
Adjust mirror arm correctly. Note marking on the mirror arm.

Turn mirror arm. Align marking 1.

Windscreen Adjust windscreen
Requirement The motorcycle is at a standstill.
WARNING Adjusting the windscreen while riding Risk of falling
Do not attempt to adjust the windscreen unless the motorcycle is at a standstill. Move the windscreen up or down.

The windscreen is held at the top or bottom limit position by spring force. Repositioning windscreen The windscreen can be secured to the vehicle at either of two different positions.
To reposition the windscreen 1, remove all screws 2 and remove the windscreen.

6 Headlight
Headlight beam throw and

spring setting

123

Adjustment

The headlight beam throw gen-

erally remains constant by adjust-

ment of the spring setting to the

load status.

Adjustment of the spring setting

Position the windscreen at the appropriate hole 3, noting bushing 4 (inserted from below) and rubber grommet 5.

may only be inadequate if the load is very high. In this case, the headlight beam throw must be adjusted to the weight.

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Install all four screws 6.

NOTICE

Windscreen to holder 2.4 Nm

If there are doubts about the correct headlight beam throw, have the setting checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Adjustment

6 Clutch Adjust the clutch lever 124
WARNING
Adjusting the clutch lever while riding Risk of accident
Adjust the clutch lever only when the motorcycle is at a standstill.
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NOTICE
The adjuster is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever forward.
Four settings are possible: Position 1: smallest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever Position 4: largest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever

with Option 719 Milled Part Set Classic OE
or
with Option 719 Milled Part Set Storm OE
or with HP milled part package OE

Turn adjuster knob 1 to the desired position.

Turn the adjustment lever 1 into the desired position. Adjustment options: From position A: narrowest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever. In 5 steps in direction of position B for enlarging the dis-

tance between handlebar grip Adjusting gearshift lever

and clutch lever.

peg

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Gearshift lever

125

Adjustment

with Option 719 Milled Part Set Classic OE
or
with Option 719 Milled Part Set Storm OE
or with HP milled part package OE

Clean the threads.

Turn the peg 2 in the desired

Foot distance and height to

position.

peg 2 can be adjusted by turn- Fit new bolt 1.

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ing to different positions. Remove the bolt 1.

Peg to gearshift lever

Thread-locking compound: Micro-encapsulated
10 Nm

Adjustment

6 Brakes Adjust the handbrake 126 lever
WARNING
Adjusting the brake lever while riding Risk of accident
Do not attempt to adjust the brake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.
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NOTICE
The adjuster is easier to turn if you push the brake lever forward.
Four settings are possible: Position 1: smallest span between handlebar grip and brake lever Position 4: largest span between handlebar grip and brake lever

with Option 719 Milled Part Set Classic OE
or
with Option 719 Milled Part Set Storm OE
or with HP milled part package OE

Turn adjuster knob 1 to the desired position.

Turn the adjustment lever 1 into the desired position. Adjustment options: From position A: narrowest span between handlebar grip and handbrake lever. In 5 steps in direction of position B for enlarging the dis-

tance between handlebar grip and handbrake lever.
Adjust footbrake lever peg
with Option 719 Milled Part Set Classic OE or with Option 719 Milled Part Set Storm OE or with HP milled part package OE

Remove the bolt 1.
Clean the threads. Install peg 2 in desired position A or B. Turn the peg 2 in the desired position. Fit new bolt 1.
Peg to footbrake lever

Footrests
with Option 719 Milled Part

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Set Classic OE

127

or

with Option 719 Milled Part

Set Storm OE

or

with HP milled part package OE

Adjustment

Adjusting footrests

The footrest is adjusted on the

right and left in the same way.

The position of the footrest

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must be set identically on the

right and on the left.

Foot distance and height to peg 1 can be adjusted by turning through 180° and installation in position A or B.

Thread-locking compound: Micro-encapsulated
10 Nm

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128

Adjustment

Remove screws 1.

Install clamping block 1 in re-

Position footrest 3 on clamping

Remove footrest 3 from clamp- quired position A or B and

block 2.

ing block 2.

tighten bolt 2.

Install screws 1.

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Clamping block on

Footrest on clamping

footrest hinge

block

20 Nm

10 Nm
Remove and refit the footrest on the other side in the same way.

Remove bolt 2. Remove clamping block 1.

Spring preload
without Dynamic ESA OE

Adjustment
It is essential to set spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring preload when the vehicle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the vehicle is lightly loaded.

Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

WARNING
Spring preload setting and spring-strut damping setting not matched. Impaired handling.
Adjust spring-strut damping to suit spring preload.

WARNING
Adjusting spring preload while riding. Risk of accident

6 Do not attempt to adjust spring
preload unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.
129 If you want to reduce spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the LOW arrow. If you want to increase spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the HIGH arrow.

Adjustment

Basic setting of spring preload, rear

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Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go in the LOW direction. (One-up without luggage)
Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go in the LOW direction, then turn it 15 turns in the HIGH direction. (One-up with luggage)
Turn the knob as far as it will go in the HIGH direction. (Two-up with luggage)

6 Damping without Dynamic ESA OE

130 Adjustment

Damping must be adapted to suit

the surface on which the motor-

cycle is ridden and to suit spring

Adjustment

preload.

An uneven surface requires

softer damping than a smooth

surface.

An increase in spring preload

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requires firmer damping, a re-

duction in spring preload re-

quires softer damping.

Adjusting the damping characteristic for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Set the damping from the lefthand vehicle side.

Turn knob 1 clockwise to increase damping. Turn knob 1 counter-clockwise to reduce damping.
Basic setting of rearsuspension damping characteristic
Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go, then back it off 6 clicks in the counter-clockwise direction. (One-up riding without luggage)

Basic setting of rearsuspension damping characteristic
Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go, then back it off 4 clicks in the counter-clockwise direction. (One-up with luggage)
Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go. (Two-up with luggage)

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7

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

131

Comply with checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Always before riding off: . . . . . . . . . . . 134

At every third refuelling stop . . . . . . . 135

Riding

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

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Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Riding

7 Safety information Rider's equipment 132 Do not ride without the correct
clothing! Always wear: Helmet Motorcycling jacket and trousers Gloves Boots
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This applies even to short journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be glad to advise you on the correct clothing for every purpose.
Restricted angle of heel
A motorcycle with lowered suspension has less ground clearance and cannot corner at angles of heel as extreme as those achievable by a counterpart motorcycle with standard-height suspension.

WARNING
When a motorcycle with lowered suspension is cornering, certain components can come into contact with the surface at a bank angle less than that to which the rider is accustomed. Risk of falling
Carefully try out the limits of the motorcycle's bank angle and adapt your style of riding accordingly.
Test your motorcycle's angle of heel in situations that do not involve risk. When riding over kerbs and similar obstacles, bear in mind that your motorcycle's ground clearance is limited.
Lowering the motorcycle's suspension shortens suspension travel (see the section entitled "Technical Data"). Ride comfort might be restricted as a result.

Be sure to adjust the spring setting accordingly, particularly for riding two-up.
Loading
WARNING
Handling adversely affected by overloading and imbalanced loads Risk of falling
Do not exceed the permissible gross weight and be sure to comply with the instructions on loading.
Adapt spring setting and damping adjustment to the total weight. Ensure that the case volumes on the left and right are equal. Make sure that the weight is uniformly distributed between right and left.

Pack heavy items at the bottom and toward the inboard side. Note the maximum permissible

Speed limit for riding with tank rucksack, small, fitted to the vehicle

Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless but highly toxic.

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133

payload and maximum speed

max 180 km/h

for riding with cases fitted, as

WARNING

Riding

stated on the label inside the Speed

case (see also the chapter "Accessories"). with topcase OA
Note the maximum permissible

If you ride at high speed, always bear in mind that various boundary conditions can adversely affect the handling of your motor-

Exhaust gases adversely affecting health Risk of asphyxiation
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.

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payload and maximum speed cycle:

Do not run the engine in an

for riding with topcase fitted, as Spring-strut and shock-ab-

enclosed space.

stated on the label inside the topcase (see also the chapter

sorber system not set up correctly

Risk of burn injury

"Accessories").
with tank bag, small OA Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with the small tank rucksack fitted.

Imbalanced load Loose clothing Insufficient tyre pressure Poor tyre tread Etc.

CAUTION
Engine and exhaust system become very hot when the vehicle is in use Risk of burn injury
When you park the vehicle

Payload of the tank ruck-

make sure that no-one and no

sack, small

objects can come into contact

with the hot engine and ex-

max 5 kg

haust system.

7 Catalytic converter

Risk of overheating

If misfiring causes unburned fuel

Do not tamper with the vehicle in any way that could result in

134 to enter the catalytic converter,

ATTENTION

tuned performance.

there is a danger of overheating and damage.

Engine running for prolonged Comply with checklist
period with vehicle at stand-

The following guidelines must be still

At regular intervals, use the

observed:

Overheating due to insufficient

checklist below to check your

Do not run the fuel tank dry.

cooling; in extreme cases vehicle

motorcycle.

Riding

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Do not attempt to start or run the engine with a spark-plug cap disconnected.

fire Do not allow the engine to idle

Always before riding

unnecessarily.

off:

Immediately stop the engine in case of misfires. Use only unleaded fuel. Comply with all specified maintenance intervals.

Ride away immediately after starting the engine.
Tampering
ATTENTION

Check operation of the brake system. Check operation of the lights and signalling equipment. Checking clutch function ( 175).

ATTENTION

Tampering with the motor-

Checking tyre tread depth

Unburned fuel in catalytic converter Damage to catalytic converter
Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter.

cycle (e.g. engine management ECU, throttle valves, clutch) Damage to the affected parts, failure of safety-relevant functions, voiding of warranty

( 177). Checking tyre pressure ( 176). Check that cases and luggage are securely held in place.

At every third refuelling stop

Select neutral or, if a gear is engaged, pull the clutch lever.

NOTICE

7

Checking engine oil level

NOTICE

The start attempt is automatic- 135

( 169).

ally interrupted if battery voltage

Riding

Checking front brake pad thickness ( 171). Check rear brake pad thickness ( 172). Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes ( 173). Checking the brake-fluid level,

You cannot start the motorcycle with the side stand extended 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.

is too low. Recharge the battery before you start the engine, or use jump leads and a donor battery to start. See the subsection on jump starting in "Maintenance" for more details.

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rear brakes ( 174).

For a cold engine start and low The engine starts.

Check coolant level ( 175).

temperatures: pull clutch.

If the engine refuses to start,

consult the troubleshooting

Starting Starting the engine

chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 218)

Switch on the ignition.

Pre-Ride-Check

Pre-Ride-Check is performed.

When the ignition is switched

( 135)

on, the instrument cluster runs a

ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-

test of the instrument dials and

gress. ( 136)

the indicator and warning lights

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in

known as the "Pre-Ride-Check".

progress. ( 137)

Press the starter button 1.

The test is aborted if you start the engine before it completes.

7 Phase 1 All indicator and warning lights

Check all the telltale and warning lights.

ABS indicator and warning light flashes.

136

are switched on. After a longer vehicle standstill

period, an animation is displayed

when the system starts up.

Phase 2

Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

ABS self-diagnosis completed
The ABS telltale and warning light goes out.

Riding

The general warning light

ABS self-diagnosis

Check all the indicator and

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changes from red to yellow.
Phase 3 All the indicator and warning lights switched on in the initial phase are switched off in reverse

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS performs self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis is performed automatically when you switch on the ignition

warning lights.
ABS self-diagnosis not completed
The ABS function is not available, because self-diagnosis

sequence.

Phase 1

did not complete. (The motor-

The malfunction indicator lamp only goes out after 15 seconds.

Test of the diagnosable system components with the vehicle at a standstill.

cycle has to reach a defined minimum speed for the wheel speed sensors to be checked:

If one of the indicator and warning lights did not switch on:

ABS indicator and warning 5 km/h)

light flashes.

If an indicator showing an ABS

WARNING

Phase 2

fault appears when ABS self-diagnosis completes:

Faulty warning lights No indication of malfunctions

Test of the wheel-speed sensors as the vehicle pulls away from rest.

You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that neither the ABS

function nor the integral braking function is available.

Phase 2

If an indicator showing an ASC/

Test of the diagnosis-compat- DTC fault appears when ASC/

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Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a

ible system components while DTC self-diagnosis completes: the motorcycle is on the move. You can continue to ride. Bear

137

specialist workshop, preferably

ASC indicator and warning

in mind that the ASC/DTC

an authorised BMW Motorrad

light flashes slowly.

function is not available.

dealer.

Have the fault rectified as

Riding

ASC/DTC selfdiagnosis
The BMW Motorrad ASC/DTC

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis completed
The ASC/DTC indicator and warning light goes out.

quickly as possible by a

specialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorrad

dealer.

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performs self-diagnosis to ensure

its operability. Self-diagnosis is

Check all the indicator and

Running in

performed automatically when you switch on the ignition.
Phase 1

warning lights.
ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed

Engine
Until the running-in check, vary the throttle opening and

Test of the diagnosable system components with the vehicle at a standstill.
ASC indicator and warning light flashes slowly.

The ASC/DTC function is not available, because self-diagnosis did not complete. (The motorcycle has to reach a defined minimum speed for the wheel speed sensors to be checked: 5 km/h)

engine-speed range frequently; avoid riding at constant engine rpm for prolonged periods. Try to do most of your riding during this initial period on twisting, fairly hilly roads. Comply with the rpm limits for running in.

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Running-in speeds

WARNING

Shifting gear
with shift assistant Pro OE

138 <5000 min-1 (Odometer read-

New brake pads Longer stopping distance, risk of Shift assistant Pro

ing 0...1000 km)

accident

No full load (Odometer reading

Apply the brakes in good

NOTICE

0...1000 km)

time.

Whenever the Pro shift assist-

Riding

Note the mileage after which the running-in check should be

Tyres

ant shifts gears, cruise control is automatically disengaged for

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carried out.

New tyres have a smooth sur-

safety reasons.

face. This must be roughened by

Mileage until the

riding in a restrained manner at

running-in check

various heel angles until the tyres

500...1200 km

are run in. This running in procedure is essential if the tyres are

Brake pads

to achieve maximum grip.

New brake pads have to bed down before they can achieve their optimum friction levels. You can compensate for this initial reduction in braking efficiency by exerting greater pressure on the levers.

WARNING
New tyres losing grip on wet roads and at extreme bank angles Risk of accident
Ride carefully and avoid extremely sharp inclines.

You select the gear in the usual way by means of the foot-operated shift lever. The shift assistant assists upshifts and downshifts without

the rider having to pull the clutch or close the throttle. This is not an automatic-shift system. The rider is the most important part of the system and decides when to shift gears. The sensor 1 on the gearshift shaft registers the gearshift request and triggers shift assistance. When riding at a steady speed in a low gear at high engine rpm, an attempt to shift gear without pulling the clutch can cause a severe load-change reaction. BMW Motorrad recommends disengaging the clutch for shifts in these circumstances. It is advisable to avoid using the Pro shift assistant at engine speeds close to the limits at which the governor cuts in to limit engine rpm. Shift assistance is not available in the following situations:

With clutch lever pulled. Shift lever not in its initial position Upshifts with the throttle valve

Brakes
How can stopping distance be minimised?

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closed (coasting overrun) and Each time the brakes are applied,

when decelerating.

a load distribution shift takes

When shifting down with the

place with the load shifting for-

Riding

throttle valve open or when

ward from the rear to the front

accelerating.

wheel. The sharper the vehicle

After a gear change, the shift decelerates, the more load is

lever has to be fully released

shifted to the front wheel. The

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before another gear change

higher the wheel load, the more

with the Pro shift assistant can braking force can be transmitted

take place.

without the wheel locking.

See the section "Engineering To optimise stopping distance,

details" for more information on apply the front brakes rapidly and

the Pro shift assistant:

keep on increasing the force you

Shift assistant Pro ( 160)

apply to the brake lever. This

makes the best possible use of

the dynamic increase in load at

the front wheel. Remember to

pull the clutch at the same time.

In the extreme sudden-stop brak-

ing situations that are trained so

frequently, braking force is ap-

plied as rapidly as possible and

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Descending mountain passes
WARNING

Riding on salted or gritted roads. After work has been carried on the brakes, due to traces of oil

pace with the increase in de-

or grease.

celeration and the tyres cannot Braking only with the rear

Riding on dirty surfaces.

transmit the full braking force to brake on mountain descents

Riding

the surface of the road.

Brake fade, destruction of the

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- brakes due to overheating

WARNING

vents the front wheel from lock-

Use both front and rear brakes, Wetness and dirt result in

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and make use of the engine's diminished braking efficiency

braking effect as well. Panic braking If you brake sharply from a speed Wet and dirty brakes

Risk of accident Apply the brakes lightly while riding to remove wetness and

in excess of 50 km/h, the brake Wetness and dirt on the brake

dirt, or dismount and clean the

light flashes rapidly as an addi- discs and the brake pads dimin-

brakes.

tional warning for road users be- ish braking efficiency.

Think ahead and brake in good

hind you.

Delayed braking action or poor

time until full braking efficiency

The hazard warning lights sys- braking efficiency must be

is restored.

tem switches on if you brake to reckoned with in the following

below 15 km/h in this process. situations: The hazard warning lights system Riding in the rain or through automatically switches off from a puddles of water.

ABS Pro with riding modes Pro OE

speed of 20 km/h.

After the vehicle has been

washed.

Physical limits applicable to cornering, it cannot under any

is accidentally actuated during

motorcycling

circumstances be considered as the braking process.

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redefining the physical limits that

WARNING

apply to motorcycling. It is still

NOTICE

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Braking when cornering Risk of crash despite ABS Pro
Invariably, it remains the rider's responsibility to adapt riding

possible for these limits to be overshot due to misjudgement or rider error. In extreme cases this can result in a crash.

ABS Pro was not developed to enhance individual braking performance with the motorcycle banked into corners.

Riding

style to riding conditions. Do not take risks that would negate the additional safety

Use on public roads
ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control

Parking your motorcycle

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offered by this system.

help make the motorcycle even Side stand

ABS Pro and the assisting function of the

safer for riding on public roads. When the brakes are applied

Switch off the engine.

Dynamic Brake Control are

because of an unforeseen hazard

ATTENTION

available in all riding modes.
Possibility of a fall not precluded Although ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control provide the rider with valuable assistance and constitutes a huge advance

when the motorcycle is banked for cornering, within the physical limits that apply to motorcycling the ABS Pro system prevents the wheels from locking and skidding away. During emergency braking, Dynamic Brake Control increases the braking effect and

Poor ground underneath the stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm.

in safety for braking with

intervenes when the throttle grip

the motorcycle banked for

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ATTENTION

142 Additional weight placing strain on the side stand

Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Always check that the ground under the stand is level and

Refuelling Fuel grade
Requirement

Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Do not sit or lean on the

firm. ATTENTION

To ensure optimal fuel consumption, fuel should be sulphur-free or as low-sulphur as possible.

Riding

vehicle while it is propped on the side stand.

Centre stand folds in due to sharp movements

ATTENTION

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Extend the side stand and prop Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Engine operation with leaded

the motorcycle on the stand. topples

fuel

Turn the handlebars all the way to left. On a gradient, the motorcycle should always face uphill; select 1st gear.

Do not lean or sit on the vehicle with the centre stand extended.
Extend the centre stand and lift the motorcycle onto the stand.

Damage to catalytic converter Do not attempt to run the vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel with metallic additives (e.g. manganese or iron).

Centre stand with centre stand OE

On a gradient, the motorcycle should always face uphill; select 1st gear.

Observe the maximum ethanol content of the fuel.

Switch off the engine.

ATTENTION

Poor ground underneath the stand

Recommended fuel grade
Super unleaded (max 15 % ethanol, E0/E5/ E10/E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI
Alternative fuel grade
Normal unleaded (powerand consumption-related restrictions.) (max 15 % ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Pay attention to the following symbols in the fuel filler cap and on the fuel pump:

After refuelling with fuels of poor-quality, sporadic knocking noises may be perceptible.
Refuelling
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable Risk of fire and explosion
Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank.

ATTENTION

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Wetting of plastic surfaces

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by fuel

Damage to the surfaces (surfaces

become unsightly or dull)

Clean plastic surfaces immedi-

ately after contact with fuel.

Riding

Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor- z
cycle on its side stand.

WARNING
Escape of fuel due to heatinduced expansion if fuel tank is overfilled Risk of falling
Do not overfill the fuel tank.

Open the protective cap 2. Unlock the fuel tank cap by turning the ignition key 1 clockwise and open up.

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Refuel with fuel of the grade stated above; do not fill the

tank past the bottom edge of

the filler neck.

NOTICE

When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above reserve, so that the new level is detected and the fuel reserve indicator light is switched off.

NOTICE
The "usable fuel capacity" specified in the technical data is the

quantity that the fuel tank could hold if refilled after it had been run dry and the engine had cut out due to a lack of fuel.
Fuel level
approx. 18 l
Fuel reserve
approx. 4 l Press the fuel tank cap down firmly to close. Remove the ignition key and close the protective cap.
Refuelling with Keyless Ride OE
Requirement The steering lock is disengaged.

WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable Risk of fire and explosion
Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank.
WARNING
Escape of fuel due to heatinduced expansion if fuel tank is overfilled Risk of falling
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
ATTENTION
Wetting of plastic surfaces by fuel Damage to the surfaces (surfaces become unsightly or dull)
Clean plastic surfaces immediately after contact with fuel.

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its side stand. Switching off ignition ( 65).
NOTICE

Version 1 with Keyless Ride OE
Requirement Within the waiting time:

The fuel filler cap can be opened within the defined waiting time after the ignition has been switched off, without the radiooperated key being within range.

Waiting time for opening fuel filler cap
2 min There are two variant ways of opening the fuel filler cap: Within the after-running period. After the after-running period has expired.

Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel filler cap up. Fuel filler cap unlocks. Fully open the fuel filler cap.
Version 2 with Keyless Ride OE
Requirement After the waiting time has expired:

Bring the radio-operated key into range.

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Slowly pull tab 1 up. The telltale light for the radio- 145

operated key flashes while the

search for the radio-operated

key is in progress.

Riding

Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel

filler cap up again.

Fuel filler cap unlocks.

Fully open the fuel filler cap.

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Refuel with fuel of the grade stated above; do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck.

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NOTICE

146 When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above reserve, so that the new level is detected and the fuel reserve indicator light is switched off.

Riding

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NOTICE

The "usable fuel capacity" specified in the technical data is the quantity that the fuel tank could hold if refilled after it had been run dry and the engine had cut out due to a lack of fuel.

Fuel level

approx. 18 l Fuel reserve

Press down firmly on the filler cap of the fuel tank. The fuel filler cap engages with an audible click. The fuel filler cap locks automatically when the waiting time expires. The engaged fuel filler cap locks immediately when you secure the steering lock or switch on the ignition.

ATTENTION

Securing motorcycle for transportation
Make sure that all components that might come into contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are adequately protected against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose.

Vehicle topples to side when being lifted on to stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Secure the vehicle to prevent it toppling, preferably with the assistance of a second person.
Push the motorcycle onto the transportation flat and hold it in position: do not place it on the side stand or centre stand.

approx. 4 l

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Riding

ATTENTION

Secure the tensioning straps behind on both sides on the

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Trapping of components Component damage
Do not trap components such as brake lines or cable legs.
Guide left and right tensioning

bracket for the rear footrest and tighten. Tension all tensioning straps evenly so that the motorcycle is securely fastened.

straps through the fork bridge

and tension at the bottom.

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Engineering details

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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

149

Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . 150

Traction control (ASC/DTC) . . . . . . . . 153

Dynamic ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Engineering details

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Dynamic Brake Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . 158

Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

ShiftCam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

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8 General instructions To find out more about engineer-

ATTENTION

150 ing, go to: bmw-motorrad.com/techno-

Attempted burn-out despite Integral braking function

logy

Damage to rear brake and clutch

Do not burn out tyres.

Antilock Brake System

can occur, ABS intervenes and adapts braking pressure to the maximum transferable braking force. The wheels continue to turn and the driving stability is retained irrespective of the road condition.

Engineering details

(ABS)

How does ABS work?

What are the effects of

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Partially integral brakes
Your motorcycle is equipped with partially integral brakes. Both front and rear brakes are applied when you pull the handbrake lever. The footbrake lever acts only on the rear brake. When actively intervening in the braking process, the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS adapts braking-force distribution between front and rear brakes to suit the load on the motorcycle, and so ABS intervention helps achieve the shortest possible stopping distance.

The amount of braking force that can be transferred to the road depends on factors that include the coefficient of friction of the road surface. Loose stones, ice and snow or a wet road all have much lower coefficients of friction than a clean and dry asphalt surface. The lower the coefficient of friction, the longer the braking distance. If the rider increases braking pressure to the extent that braking force exceeds the maximum transferable limit, the wheels start to lock and the vehicle loses its directional stability; a fall is imminent. Before this situation

surface irregularities?
Humps and surface irregularities can cause the wheels to lose contact temporarily with the road surface; if this happens the braking force that can be transmitted to the road can drop to zero. If the brakes are applied under these circumstances the ABS has to reduce braking force to ensure that directional stability is maintained when the wheels regain contact with the road surface. At this instant the ABS must assume an extremely low coefficient of friction, so that the wheels will continue to rotate un-

der all imaginable circumstances, the case when the brake pedal is What is the design because this is the precondition depressed either before or at the baseline for ABS?

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Engineering details

for ensuring directional stability. As soon as is registers the ac-

same time as the brake lever is pulled.

Within the limits imposed by physics, the ABS ensures dir-

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tual circumstances, the system reacts instantly and adjusts brak- Rear wheel lift

ectional stability on any surface. The system is not optimised for

ing force accordingly to achieve Under very severe and sudden

special requirements that apply

optimum braking.

deceleration, however, under cer- under extreme competitive situ-

What feedback does the rider receive from the ABS?
If the ABS has to reduce braking

tain circumstances it is possible that the ABS will be unable to prevent the rear wheel from lifting clear of the ground. If this happens the outcome can be a

ations on the track. The driving behaviour should be adapted to actual driving skills and the road conditions.

force on account of the circum- highsiding situation in which the Special situations

stances described above, vibra- motorcycle can flip over.

The speeds of the front and rear

tion is perceptible through the handbrake lever.

WARNING

wheels are compared as one

means of detecting a wheel's

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When the handbrake lever is

Rear wheel lift due to severe incipient tendency to lock. If

pulled, brake pressure is also

braking

the system registers implaus-

built up at the rear wheel by

Risk of falling

ible values for a lengthy period

the integral function. If the

When you brake sharply, bear the ABS function is deactivated

brake pedal is depressed after

in mind that ABS control can- for safety reasons and an ABS

the handbrake lever is pulled,

not always be relied on to pre- fault message is issued. Self-dia-

the brake pressure built up

vent the rear wheel from lifting gnosis has to complete before

beforehand is perceptible as

clear of the ground.

fault messages can be issued.

counter-pressure sooner than is

8 In addition to problems with the Risk of accident BMW Motorrad ABS, exceptional In order to ensure that the ABS

Do not take risks that would negate the additional margin of

riding conditions can also cause 152 a fault message to be issued:
Heating up with the motorcycle

is always maintained in optimum condition, it is essential for you to comply strictly

safety offered by this system. Evolution of ABS to

on the centre stand or an auxil- with the specified inspection ABS Pro

iary stand, engine idling or with a gear engaged.

intervals.

with riding modes Pro OE

Engineering details

Rear wheel locked by the en- Reserves for safety

Until now, the BMW Motorrad

gine brake for a lengthy period, The potentially shorter brak-

ABS helped ensure a very high

for example while descending ing distances which ABS per-

degree of safety for braking

on a loose or slippery surface. mits must not be used as an ex- with the motorcycle upright

cuse for careless riding. ABS is and travelling in a straight line.

If a fault message is issued on

primarily a means of ensuring a Now ABS Pro offers enhanced

account of exceptional riding

safety margin in genuine emer- safety for braking in corners

conditions, you can reactivate

gencies.

as well. ABS Pro prevents the

the ABS function by switching
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WARNING

wheels from locking even under sharp braking. ABS Pro reduces

What significance devolves on regular maintenance?
WARNING
Brake system not regularly serviced.

Braking when cornering Risk of accident despite ABS
Invariably, the rider bears responsibility for assessing road and traffic conditions and adopting his or her style of riding accordingly.

abrupt changes in steering force, particularly in panicbraking situations, counteracting the vehicle's otherwise natural but undesirable tendency to straighten up.

ABS intervention

deceleration of the motorcycle,

Technically speaking, depending even when cornering.

8 used to compute slip as a meas-
ure of the reserves of stability

on the riding situation ABS Pro adapts ABS intervention to the

Traction control (ASC/

available at the rear wheel. If slip

exceeds a certain limit, the en-

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motorcycle's bank angle. Signals DTC)

gine management system inter-

for rate of roll and rate of yaw and lateral acceleration are used to calculate bank angle.

venes and adapts engine torque

How does traction control accordingly.

work?

BMW Motorrad ASC/DTC is de-

Engineering details

As the motorcycle is heeled over Traction control is available in

signed as an assistant system

more and more as it banks into two versions

for the rider and for use on pub-

a corner, an increasingly strict

without provision for the bank lic roads. The extent to which

limit is imposed on the brake-

angle: Automatic Stability Con- the rider affects ASC/DTC con-

pressure gradient for the start of

trol ASC

trol can be considerable (weight

brake application. This slows the ASC is a rudimentary function shifts when cornering, items of

build-up of brake pressure to a

intended to prevent falls.

luggage loose on the motor-

corresponding degree. Addition- with provision for bank angle: cycle), especially when the style

ally, pressure modulation is more uniform across the range of ABS

Dynamic Traction Control DTC of riding takes rider and machine

DTC regulation is more del-

close to the limits imposed by

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intervention.

icate and more comfortable

physics.

thanks to the additional bank Activate Enduro riding mode for

Advantages for the rider

angle and acceleration informa- off-roading. This mode delays

The advantages of ABS Pro for

tion.

ASC/DTC intervention slightly in

the rider are sensitive response and high braking and directional stability combined with best-case

Traction control compares the front and rear wheel circumferential velocities. The differential is

order to permit controlled drifting. The system is not optimised for special requirements that apply under extreme competit-

8 ive situations off-road or on the The speeds of the front and rear Exceptional riding track. The BMW Motorrad ASC/ wheels are compared and DTC, conditions:

DTC can be deactivated in these 154 cases.

unlike ASC, also takes the bank angle into account in processing

Riding for a lengthy period with the front wheel lifted off the

WARNING

data to detect the rear wheel's incipient tendency to spin or slip

ground (wheelie). Rear wheel rotating with the

Engineering details

Risky riding Risk of accident despite ASC/ DTC
Invariably, it remains the rider's responsibility to adapt riding style to riding conditions. Do not take risks that would negate the additional safety offered by this system.

sideways.
with riding modes Pro OE If the electronic processor receives values for the bank angle that it considers implausible over a lengthy period, a dummy value is used for the bank angle or the DTC function is switched off. Under these circumstances the

vehicle held stationary by applying the front brake (burnout). Heating up with the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand, in neutral or with a gear engaged.
Minimum speed for activation of DTC

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indicator for a DTC fault shows. Self-diagnosis has to complete

min 5 km/h

In accordance with the laws of physics, the ability to accelerate is restricted more and more as the angle of heel increases. Consequently, there can be a perceptible reduction in acceleration out of very tight bends.

before fault messages can be issued. The BMW Motorrad Traction Control can shut down automatically under the exceptional riding conditions outlined below.

If the front wheel lifts clear of the ground under severe acceleration, the ASC or DTC reduces engine torque in the RAIN and ROAD riding modes until the front wheel regains contact with the

ground.

In the DTC settings for DYNAMIC, and DYNAMIC PRO, the front wheel lift-off detection allows for short wheelies. In RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC riding modes, the DTC setting corresponds to the riding mode. In the DYNAMIC PRO riding mode, DTC can be set differently ( 86). BMW Motorrad recommends turning the throttle grip back

Dynamic ESA
with Dynamic ESA OE

movements in the chassis and suspension and responds by

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adjusting the EDC valves. The

Riding position equaliser chassis and suspension will thus 155

The electronic chassis and suspension setting Dynamic ESA is able to adjust your motorcycle automatically to the load. If the spring setting is set to Auto, the

be adapted to the characteristics of the terrain. Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at regular intervals to ensure the system functions correctly.

rider does not have to change the load setting.

Possible settings Damping modes

Engineering details

slightly when lifting the front

NOTICE

Road: Damping action for

wheel in order to reach a stable

comfortable on-road riding

driving condition again as soon BMW Motorrad recommends the Dynamic: Damping action for

as possible.

Auto chassis and suspension

dynamic on-road riding

When riding on a slippery sur-

setting. When driving off and when rid-

Load settings

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face, never snap the throttle grip ing, the system monitors the

Auto: Active riding position

fully closed without pulling the

suspension at the rear wheel

equaliser with automatic ad-

clutch at the same time. En-

and corrects the spring setting

justment of the spring setting

gine braking torque can cause

in order to set the correct riding

and damping (recommended

the rear wheel to skid, with a cor- position. The damping is also ad- chassis and suspension adjust-

responding loss of stability. The justed automatically to the load.

ment)

BMW Motorrad DTC is unable to Via ride height sensors,

Min: Minimum spring setting

control a situation of this nature. Dynamic ESA detects the

(only suitable for one-up mode)

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Max: Minimum spring setting ABS and/or ASC/DTC can be (only suitable for two-up mode) switched off in each riding mode.

with riding modes Pro OE In RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC and

156 Riding mode

The following explanations always DYNAMIC PRO riding modes,

refer to the driving safety sys-

ABS Pro is fully available. The

Engineering details

Selection To adjust the motorcycle to the road condition and the desired driving experience, the following riding modes can be selected:
RAIN ROAD (standard mode)
with riding modes Pro OE DYNAMIC DYNAMIC PRO

tems that are switched on.
Throttle response In RAIN riding mode: Limited In ROAD riding mode: Direct In DYNAMIC and DYNAMIC PRO riding modes: dynamic In DYNAMIC PRO riding mode, the throttle response can be adjusted differently using the SETUP ( 84).

tendency of the motorcycle to straighten up when the brakes are applied with the machine banked for cornering is reduced to a minimum.
ASC
The front wheel lift-off detection is activated in all riding modes. ASC is calibrated for on-road operation.

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For each of these riding modes, there is a matching setting for

ABS The rear wheel lift-off detection

ASC provides high driving stability in ROAD riding mode and

the ABS and ASC/DTC systems

is activated in all riding modes.

maximum driving stability in

and for throttle response.

In RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC

RAIN riding mode.

with Dynamic ESA OE

and DYNAMIC PRO riding modes, the ABS is set to on-

The adjustment of the Dynamic

road mode.

ESA also depends on the riding

mode selected.

with riding modes Pro OE DTC
Tyres
In the DTC settings for RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC, DTC is calibrated to on-road mode with road tyres.
Driving stability
In the DTC setting for RAIN, DTC intervenes early enough to achieve maximum driving stability. In the DTC setting for ROAD, DTC intervenes later than in the RAIN riding mode. This prevents the rear wheel from spinning whenever possible. In the DTC settings for RAIN and ROAD, the front wheel is prevented from lifting. In the DTC setting for DYNAMIC, DTC intervenes later than in the DTC setting for ROAD, meaning that the motorcycle may drift slightly

when coming out of the corner or do short wheelies.

Deactivate the cruise control.

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The desired riding mode is ini-

In RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC tially preselected. The mode

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riding modes, the DTC setting

change does not take place until

corresponds to the riding mode. the systems in question are all in

In DYNAMIC PRO riding mode, the appropriate state.

Engineering details

the DTC can be set differently ( 86).

The selection menu does not disappear from the display un-

Mode changes

til the mode change has taken place.

The riding mode can be changed

while the vehicle is stationary

Dynamic Brake Control

with the ignition on. It is possible to change it while driving under

with riding modes Pro OE

the following conditions:

Dynamic Brake Control

No drive torque on the rear wheel.

function

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No brake pressure in the brake system.

NOTICE

The following steps must be taken to change the riding mode:
Close the throttle twistgrip.

The Dynamic Brake Control function is active in all riding modes when the ABS is switched on.

Release the brake levers.

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Behaviour during accidental actuation of the throttle grip

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emergency braking. Detection of emergency

If, during emergency braking, the throttle grip is

braking

accidentally actuated (grip

Emergency braking is detected when the front brake is actuated quickly and forcefully.

position > 5 %), the actual braking effect caused by the Dynamic Brake Control is guaranteed by closing the

Engineering details

Behaviour during emergency gas. The effect of emergency

braking

braking is guaranteed.

If emergency braking is initiated If, during the intervention of

at a speed above 10 km/h, the the Dynamic Brake Control,

Dynamic Brake Control takes

the gas is closed (throttle grip

effect in addition to the ABS

position < 5 %), the engine

function.

torque requested by the ABS

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If partial braking at high brake

brake system is restored.

pressure gradients is initiated,

If emergency braking

the Dynamic Brake Control in- finishes and the throttle

creases the integral brake pres- grip is still actuated, the

sure on the rear wheel. The

Dynamic Brake Control will

stopping distance shortens and reduce the engine torque

controlled braking is possible.

to the driver's choice in a

controlled manner.

NOTICE
The function of the Dynamic Brake Control is switched off at the same time as the ABS is switched off.
Tyre pressure control (RDC)
with tyre pressure control (RDC) OE
Function A sensor integrated into each tyre measures the air temperature and the air pressure inside the tyre and transmits this information to the control unit. Each sensor has a centrifugalforce tripswitch that does not enable transmission of the measured values until the motorcycle has exceeded a defined minimum speed for the first time.

Minimum speed for transmission of the RDC

Tyre pressure ranges The RDC control unit differenti-

The tyre pressures are shown in the TFT

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measured values: min 30 km/h

ates between three tyre-pressure display as temperature

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ranges, all of which are paramet- compensated and always

erised for the motorcycle:

refer to the following tyre air

The display shows "--" for each Tyre pressure within permitted temperature:

tyre until the tyre-pressure signal tolerance.

is received for the first time. The Tyre pressure close to limit of 20 °C

Engineering details

sensors continue to transmit the permitted tolerance.

The air lines available to the pub-

measured-value signals for some Tyre pressure outside permit- lic in petrol stations and motor-

time after the vehicle comes to a ted tolerance.

way service areas have gauges

stop.
Time for transmission of measured values after vehicle comes to a stop:

Temperature compensation
Tyre pressure is a temperaturesensitive variable: pressure in-

that do not compensate for temperature; the reading shown by a gauge of this nature is the temperature-dependent tyre-air pressure. As a result, the val-

min 15 min

creases as tyre-air temperature ues displayed there usually do

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An error message is issued if

rises and decreases as tyre-air

not correspond to the values dis-

wheels without sensors are fit-

temperature drops. Tyre-air tem- played in the TFT display.

ted to a vehicle equipped with an perature depends on ambient

RDC control unit.

temperature as well as on the

Pressure adaptation

style of riding and the duration of Compare the RDC value on the

the ride.

TFT display with the value in the

table on the back cover of the

Rider's Manual. Then use the

air-line gauge at a service station

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Example

Engineering details

According to the Rider's Manual, the tyre pressure should be the following value:

2.5 bar

The following display is shown in the TFT display:

2.3 bar

Missing:

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0.2 bar

The tester on the filling station shows:

2.4 bar

The tyre pressure must be increased to the following value to reach the correct tyre pressure:

Example
2.6 bar
Shift assistant
with shift assistant Pro OE
Shift assistant Pro Your vehicle is equipped with a Pro shift assistant, a system originally developed for racing and now adapted for touring. It permits upshifts and downshifts without declutching or closing the throttle in virtually all load and rpm ranges.
Advantages 70-80 % of all gearshifts on a trip can be done without using the clutch. Less relative movement between rider and passenger

because the shift pauses are shorter. It is not necessary to close the throttle valve when shifting under acceleration. When braking and downshifting (throttle valve closed), engine speed is adjusted by blipping the throttle. Shift time is shorter than a gearshift with clutch actuation.
In order for the system to identify a gearshift request, the rider has to move the gearshift lever from its idle position in the desired direction against the spring force through a certain "overtravel" at ordinary speed or rapidly and keep the gearshift lever in this position until the gearshift is completed. It is not necessary to increase the force applied to the shift lever while shifting is in progress. Once the gearshift has completed the shift lever has to

be fully released before another gearshift with the Pro shift assistant can take place. When shifting gears with the Pro shift assistant, the rider has to keep load state (throttle grip position) constant before and during the gearshift. A change in the position of the throttle grip during a gearshift can cause the function to abort and/or lead to a missed shift. The Pro shift assistant provides no assistance for the gearshift if the rider declutches.

Upshifting Upshifting is only possible when the current speed is higher than the respective release threshold of the next higher gear. This prevents the engine from dropping below idle speed.
Idle speed
1050 min-1 (Engine at regular operating temperature)

Downshifting Downshifting is assisted until maximum rpm for the target gear to be selected is reached. This prevents overrevving.
Maximum engine speed
max 9000 min-1

Release thresholds
1st gear min 1350 min-1 2nd gear min 1400 min-1 3rd gear min 1450 min-1 4th gear

Release thresholds

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min 1500 min-1

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5th gear

min 1550 min-1

6th gear

min 1600 min-1

Engineering details

Hill Start Control

Hill Start Control function

Hill Start Control assistant pre-

vents the motorcycle from rolling

backwards uncontrolled on gradi-

ents by intervening specific-

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ally with the ABS brake system

without the driver having to con-

stantly operate the brake lever.

Pressure in the rear brake sys-

tem is built up when Hill Start

Control is activated in order to

keep the motorcycle stationary

on an incline.

8 The brake pressure in the brake Behaviour when the

system is dependent on the

motorcycle rolls or slips

Brake warning jolt The brake is released briefly

gradient. 162 Effect of an incline on brake

If the motorcycle rolls when Hill Start Control is activated, the

and reactivated immediately. This creates a jolt which the

pressure and drive-off

brake pressure is increased.

rider feels.

behaviour

If the rear wheel slips, the

The ABS brake system with

If the motorcycle is stopped on brake is released again after

partially integral function sets a

Engineering details

a gentle incline, only low brake approx. 1 m. This prevents,

speed of approx. 1-2 km/h.

pressure is built up. In this

for example, slipping due to a

The rider must brake the mo-

case, the brakes are quickly

blocked rear wheel.

torcycle manually.

released when driving off. The motorcycle can be moved off more gently. It is not necessary to turn the throttle grip again.

Releasing brake when stopping the engine or timeout

After two minutes, or when the brake is actuated, Hill Start Control is completely deactivated.

If the motorcycle is stopped

Hill Start Control is deactivated

on a steep incline, high brake when the engine is stopped us-

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pressure is built up. In this

ing the emergency-off switch,

NOTICE

case, the brakes take longer to when the side stand is folded out The holding pressure is released

release when driving off. More or after timeout (10 minutes).

immediately without a brake

torque is required for driving off In addition to the indicator and warning jolt as soon as the

which also requires the rider to warning lights, the rider should ignition is switched off.

turn the throttle grip again.

be made aware that Hill Start

Control has been deactivated by

the following behaviour:

ShiftCam Functional principle of

also differs. The advantage: The fuel/air mixture flowing into the combustion chamber is swirled

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ShiftCam

more thoroughly and combusted

163

The vehicle features BMW Shift- effectively - so all in all the fuel

Cam technology for varying valve is utilised more efficiently and

timing and valve lift on the in-

engine operation is perceptibly

Engineering details

take side. The heart of this tech- smoother. The full-load cam is

nology is a one-piece shifting

designed for optimised engine

intake camshaft that has two

power and it maximises intake

lobes for each valve: a partial-

valve lift. The intake camshaft is

load cam and a full-load cam.

shifted axially to vary valve tim-

The partial-load cam is fine-

ing and valve lift. The pins of an

tuned for consumption optim-

electromechanical actuator en-

isation and engine smoothness. gage a shift gate on the intake

As well as adapting valve timing, camshaft. This permits load-de-

the partial-load cam also reduces pendent and speed-dependent intake-valve lift. With the partial- actuation of the intake valves

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load cams activated, moreover, and, consequently, a no-com-

the lobes for the cylinder's left

promises combination of per-

and right intake valves produce formance and low fuel consump-

staggered valve lift and offset

tion.

angles of rotation. Consequently

the two intake valves open at

very slightly different times and

the distance to which they open

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Engineering details

Maintenance

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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

165

Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Service tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

Maintenance

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

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Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

Silencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

9 General instructions

Tool kit

The "Maintenance" chapter de-

166 scribes straightforward proced-

ures for checking and replacing

certain wear parts.

Special tightening torques are lis-

ted as applicable. The tightening

Maintenance

torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your vehicle are listed in

the section entitled "Technical

data".

1 Screwdriver handle

You will find information on more

Use with screwdriver in-

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extensive maintenance and repair work in the Repair Manual on

sert Topping up the engine

DVD for your vehicle, which is

oil ( 170).

available from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

2 Open-ended spanner Width across flats 8/10

Some of the work calls for special tools and a thorough knowledge of the technology involved. 3 If you are in doubt, consult a

Removing battery ( 191). Open-ended spanner Width across flats 14

specialist workshop, preferably

4 Reversible screwdriver

your authorised BMW Motorrad

blade

Retailer.

Phillips PH1 and Torx T25

4 Removing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators ( 186). Repositioning windscreen ( 123).
5 Torx wrench, T40
Service tool kit
with service toolkit OA
BMW Motorrad has put together a service tool set suitable for your motorcycle for more advanced service operations (e.g. removing and refitting the wheels). This tool set is

available from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Front-wheel stand
Installing the front-wheel stand
ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand without also using the auxiliary stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand.
Place the motorcycle on a suitable auxiliary stand. with centre stand OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

Use basic stand with frontwheel adapter. The basic stand and its accessory parts are available from your BMW Motorrad dealer.
Loosen the mounting bolts 1. Push the two adapters 2 apart until the front forks fit between them. Use retaining pins 3 to set the front-wheel stand to the desired height. Centre the front-wheel stand relative to the front wheel and push it against the front axle.

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Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely seated. Tighten mounting bolts 1.
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Maintenance

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Make sure the motorcycle is standing firmly.

168

Rear-wheel stand

Install the rear-wheel stand

Make sure the ground is level

Maintenance

and firm and place the motor-

Apply uniform pressure to push the front-wheel stand down and raise the motorcycle.

cycle on its stand. Use basic stand with rear axle adapter. The basic stand and its accessory components

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with centre stand OE

are available from your BMW Motorrad authorised

ATTENTION

dealer.

Centre stand retracts if the vehicle lifted too high Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
When raising the vehicle, make sure that the centre stand remains on the ground. If necessary, adjust the height of the front-wheel stand.

Use screws 1 to set the rearwheel stand to the desired height. Remove retaining disc 2. To do so, press release button 3.

handle of the stand back until occasionally checking the both rollers of the stand are on engine oil after a journey of at

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the ground.

least 50 km.

Then press the handle down to

169

the ground.

Engine oil Checking engine oil level

Maintenance

Push the rear-wheel stand from

NOTICE

the right onto the rear axle.

Push the retaining disc on from Incorrect interpretation of the

the left, while holding the un- oil capacity is possible because

lock button down.

the oil level is temperaturedependent.

Check the oil level in the

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display 1.

Let engine idle until the fan

turns on.

Switch off the engine when it is

at operating temperature.

Wait five minutes for the oil to

drain into the oil pan.

NOTICE

To protect the environment,

Hold the motorcycle upright

BMW Motorrad recommends

and at the same time press the

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170

Maintenance

Engine oil, specified level

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Between MIN and MAX marks

If the oil level is below the MIN mark:
Topping up the engine oil ( 170).

If the oil level is above the MAX mark:
Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Topping up the engine oil
Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground.

ATTENTION
Use of insufficient engine oil or too much engine oil Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil level is correct.
Top up the engine oil to the specified level.
Engine oil, quantity for topping up

Wipe the area around the oil filler opening clean. Insert Torx end of reversible screwdriver insert 1 into screwdriver handle 2 (toolkit) for additional leverage. Engage this tool in cap 3 of the oil filler opening and turn anti-clockwise to remove. Checking engine oil level ( 169).

max 0.8 l (Difference between MIN and MAX) Checking engine oil level ( 169). Install cap 3 of the oil filler opening.
Brake system
Checking function of brakes
Pull the front brake lever.

The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. Press the footbrake lever. The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible:

Checking front brake pad thickness
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

ATTENTION

Work on brake system not in compliance with correct procedure Risk to operational reliability of the brake system
Have all work on the brake system undertaken by trained and qualified specialists.
Have the brakes checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Visually inspect the left and right brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: between wheel and front suspension toward brake pads 1.

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Maintenance

Brake-pad wear limit, front

1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. The

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wear indicators (grooves) must

be clearly visible.)

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WARNING

Maintenance

Brake-pad thickness less than permissible minimum Diminished braking effect, damage to the brakes
In order to ensure the dependability of the brake system, do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible thickness.
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Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Check rear brake pad 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: From the rear toward brake pads 1.

Brake-pad wear limit, rear
1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate)

If the wear limit has been reached:

Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake

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system

WARNING

Adjust the riding mode imme-

173

Brake-pad thickness less than permissible minimum Diminished braking effect, dam-

diately until the fault is rectified. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals.

Maintenance

age to the brakes

Make sure the ground is level

In order to ensure the depend- and firm and hold the motor-

ability of the brake system, do

cycle upright.

Check the brake fluid level in

not permit the brake pads to

with centre stand OE

the brake fluid tank front 1.

wear past the minimum permissible thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

NOTICE Wear of the brake pads causes

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by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Turn the handlebars to a position in which the brake fluid reservoir is horizontal.

the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink.

Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes

WARNING
Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid tank

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Maintenance

Brake fluid level, front

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Brake fluid, DOT4

It is impermissible for the

brake fluid level to drop below

the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid

reservoir horizontal, motorcycle

upright)

If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Checking the brake-fluid level, rear brakes

WARNING

Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid tank Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake system
Adjust the riding mode immediately until the fault is rectified. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals.
Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motorcycle upright. with centre stand OE
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid tank rear 1.
NOTICE
Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink.

Clutch Checking clutch function

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Pull the clutch lever.

175

The pressure point must be

clearly perceptible.

If the pressure point is not clearly

Maintenance

perceptible:

Have the clutch checked by a

specialist workshop, preferably

Brake fluid level, rear

an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

CAUTION Hot engine

Brake fluid, DOT4

Coolant

Risk of burn injury

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It is impermissible for the brake fluid level to drop below

Check coolant level

Keep ell clear of all hot engine components.

the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid

Make sure the ground is level

Do not touch hot engine

reservoir horizontal, motorcycle

and firm and hold the motor-

components.

upright)

cycle upright. with centre stand OE

Check the coolant level in ex-

If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe-

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

pansion tank 1. The coolant level must be between the MIN and MAX marks.

cialist workshop, preferably an

authorised BMW Motorrad Re-

tailer.

Maintenance

9 If the coolant level drops below the MIN mark: 176 Top up the coolant.
Top up coolant
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Open cap 1 of the coolant expansion tank and top up the coolant to the specified level. The coolant level is between the MIN and MAX marks. Close cap 1.

Tyres Checking tyre pressure
WARNING

Check tyre pressures against the data below.
Tyre pressure, front

Incorrect tyre pressure Impaired handling characteristics of the motorcycle, shorter useful tyre life
Always check that the tyre pressures are correct.

2.5 bar (One-up, tyre cold) 2.5 bar (Two-up mode with loading, with a cold tyre) 2.5 bar (for motor sports)
Tyre pressure, rear

WARNING
Tendency of valve inserts installed vertically to open by themselves at high riding speeds Sudden loss of tyre pressure
Install valve caps fitted with rubber sealing rings and tighten firmly.

2.9 bar (One-up, tyre cold)
2.9 bar (Two-up mode with loading, with a cold tyre)
2.9 bar (for motor sports) If tyre pressure is too low:
Correct tyre pressure.

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

Rims and tyres Checking rims

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

Wheels Effect of wheel size on

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Make sure the ground is level

Measure the tyre tread depth chassis and suspension

177

and firm and place the motor-

in the main tread grooves with control systems

cycle on its stand.

wear marks.

Wheel size is very important as

Visually inspect the rims for

a parameter for the frame and

Maintenance

defects.

NOTICE

suspension control systems ABS

Have any damaged rims inspected by a specialist workshop and replaced if necessary, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Checking tyre tread depth

Wear indicators are built into the main profile grooves on each tyre. The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn down to the level of the marks. The locations of the marks are indicated on the edge of the tyre, e.g.

and ASC/DTC. In particular, the diameter and the width of the vehicle's wheels are programmed into the control unit and are fundamental to all calculations. Any change in these influencing variables, caused for example by

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WARNING

by the letters TI, TWI or by an arrow.

a switch to wheels other than those installed ex-works, can

Riding with badly worn tyres

have serious effects on the per-

Risk of accident due to impaired handling

If the tyre tread is worn to minimum:

formance of the control systems. The sensor rings are essential

If applicable, have the tyres

Replace tyre or tyres, as applic- for correct road-speed calcula-

changed in good time before

able.

tion, and they too must match

they wear to the minimum

the motorcycle's control sys-

tread depth permitted by law.

tems and consequently cannot

be changed.

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workshop beforehand, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. In some cases, the data programmed into the control units can be changed to suit the new wheel sizes.

Maintenance

RDC sticker

with tyre pressure control

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(RDC) OE

ATTENTION
Tyre removal not in compliance with correct procedure Damage to RDC sensors
Be sure to explain to the specialist workshop or authorised BMW Motorrad dealer that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor.
An appropriate sticker will be found on the rim at the position of the RDC sensor on motorcycles fitted with RDC. Take care that the RDC sensor is not damaged when the tyre is

changed. Draw the attention of your BMW Motorrad retailer or the specialist workshop to the RDC sensor. Removing front wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motorcycle upright. with centre stand OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
Remove bolt 1 and remove the wheel speed sensor from its bore.

Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched in the process of removing the brake calipers.
ATTENTION
Unwanted inward movement of the brake pads Component damage on attempt to install the brake caliper or because brake pads have to be forced apart
Do not operate the brakes with a brake caliper not correctly secured.
Remove mounting bolts 2 of the left and right brake calipers and remove holding clip 3.

Force the brake pads 1 slightly apart by rotational movement of the brake caliper 2 against brake disc 3. Carefully ease the brake calipers back and out until clear of the brake discs.
Lift the front of the motorcycle until the front wheel is clear of the ground, preferably using a BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Installing the front-wheel stand ( 167).

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Slacken axle clamping screws 1.
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Remove screw 1. Slacken axle clamping screws 2. Press quick-release axle slightly toward the inside, so as to be

Maintenance

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better able to grip it on the right-hand side.

ATTENTION

180

Tightening threaded fasten-

ers to incorrect tightening

torque

Damage, or threaded fasteners

work loose

Maintenance

Always have the security of

the fasteners checked by a

Remove spacer bush 1 from

specialist workshop, preferably

the wheel hub.

an authorised BMW Motorrad

Withdraw quick-release axle 1, Installing front wheel

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support the front wheel when

doing this.

WARNING

dealer.

Set down front wheel and roll forwards out of the front suspension.

Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions during ABS and ASC/DTC intervention

See the information on the ef-

fect of wheel size on the ABS

and ASC/DTC systems at the

start of this chapter.

Slip spacing bushing 1 into

the wheel hub on the left-hand

side.

ATTENTION
Front wheel installed wrong way round Risk of accident
Note direction-of-rotation arrows on tyre or rim.
Roll the front wheel into position between the front forks.

Installing the front-wheel stand ( 167).

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Maintenance

Clamping screw for

quick-release axle in

Install screw 1 and tighten to

telescopic fork

specified torque. Counter-hold Tightening sequence: Tighten z

quick-release axle on the right- screws six times in alternate

hand side.

sequence

Quick-release axle in telescopic forks

19 Nm

Lift front wheel and fit quickrelease axle 1. Remove front-wheel stand and firmly compress front forks several times. Do not operate front break lever.

50 Nm
Tighten axle clamping screws 2 to the specified tightening torque.

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Maintenance

Tighten axle clamping screws 1 to the specified tightening torque.

Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork

Install holding clip 3 on left and mounting bolts 2 on left and right and tighten to the specified torque.

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Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence

Brake caliper to telescopic fork

19 Nm

38 Nm

Removing the front-wheel stand.

Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim.

Position left and right brake callipers on the brake discs.

WARNING
Brake pads not lying against the brake disc

Removing rear wheel Removing silencer ( 184).

See the information on the effect of wheel size on the ABS

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and ASC/DTC systems at the

start of this chapter.

183

Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect.

ATTENTION

Maintenance

Before driving, check that the brakes respond without delay.

Tightening threaded fasteners to incorrect tightening

Operate the brake several

torque

times until the brake pads are

Damage, or threaded fasteners

bedded.

work loose

Seat the cable for the wheel speed sensor in holding clip 3. Insert the wheel speed sensor into the bore hole and install bolt 1.
Wheel-speed sensor to fork leg

Engage first gear. Remove studs 1 from the rear wheel, while supporting the wheel. Roll the rear wheel out toward the rear.
Installing the rear wheel

Always have the security of

the fasteners checked by a

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specialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorrad

dealer.

Seat the rear wheel on the rear-wheel adapter.

Joining compound: Micro-

encapsulated or medium-

WARNING

strength thread-locking compound
8 Nm

Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions during ABS and ASC/DTC intervention

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Silencer Removing silencer

184 CAUTION

Hot exhaust system

Risk of burn injury

Maintenance

Do not touch a hot exhaust

system.

Install wheel studs 1 and tighten to specified torque.

Allow rear silencer to cool down.

Rear wheel on wheel

Make sure the ground is level

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flange

and firm and place the motorcycle on a suitable auxili-

Tightening sequence: Tighten in a crosswise pattern
60 Nm Install the silencer ( 185).

ary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. Install the rear-wheel stand ( 168). with centre stand OE

Make sure the ground is level

and firm and place the motor-

cycle on its centre stand.

Remove the bolt 1 from the cover 2. Remove the bolt 3 from the clamp 4.
Remove the bolt 3 and washer 2.

Remove the silencer 1.
with HP Sports silencer OE
CAUTION
Hot exhaust system Risk of burn injury
Do not touch a hot exhaust system.
Allow rear silencer to cool down. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on a suitable auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. Install the rear-wheel stand ( 168). with centre stand OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

Loosen nut 1 to slide the clamp 2 back.
Remove the bolt 3 and washer 2. Remove the silencer 1.

Install the silencer

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185

Maintenance

Slip clamp onto the silencer.

Push on the silencer 1 until

seated. Fit shim 3 and screw 2.

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Silencer to rear frame

19 Nm

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Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a

specialist workshop, preferably

186

an authorised BMW Motorrad

dealer.

Maintenance

Tighten the nut 3 of the clamp 4.

Clamp to silencer and

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exhaust manifold

22 Nm Fit the bolt 2 of the cover 1.

with HP Sports silencer OE

ATTENTION
Tightening threaded fasteners to incorrect tightening torque Damage, or threaded fasteners work loose

Slip clamp onto the silencer. Push on the silencer 1 until seated. Fit shim 3 and screw 2.
Silencer to rear frame
19 Nm

Tighten the nut 1 of the clamp 2.
Clamp to silencer and exhaust manifold
22 Nm
Lighting Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators
Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Switch off the ignition.

Remove screw 1.
Pull the glass out of the light housing at the threadedfastener side.

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear

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187 RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

with LED flashing turn indicator OE

LED

Maintenance

Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Turn bulb 1 counter-clockwise and remove it from the light housing.
Replace the defective bulb.
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front
RY10W / 12 V / 10 W with LED flashing turn indicator OE
LED

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Turn bulb 1 clockwise to install it in the light housing.

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Replacing LED rear light The LED rear light can be re-

Replacing LED auxiliary headlights

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placed only as a complete unit.

with LED additional

Consult a specialist workshop,

headlight OA

preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

The LED auxiliary headlights can only be replaced as a unit; it is

Maintenance

Replacing LED turn

not possible to replace individual

indicators

LEDs.

Working from the inboard side, insert the glass into the light housing and close the housing.

with LED flashing turn indicator OE
LED turn indicators can be re-

Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

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placed only as a complete unit. Jump-starting

Consult a specialist workshop,

preferably an authorised

ATTENTION

BMW Motorrad dealer.

Excessive current flowing

Replacing the LED

when the motorcycle is

headlight

jump-started

Install screw 1.

LED headlights can only be replaced as a complete unit. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer.

Wiring smoulders/ignites or damage to the on-board electronics
If the motorcycle has to be jump-started connect the leads to the battery terminals; never attempt to jump-start the en-

gine by connecting leads to the on-board socket.
ATTENTION
Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and vehicle Risk of short-circuit
Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends.
ATTENTION
Jump-starting with a voltage greater than 12 V Damage to the on-board electronics
Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V.
Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Removing battery cover ( 191).

When jump-starting the engine, do not disconnect the battery

Run the engine of the donor vehicle during jump-starting.

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from the on-board electrical system.

Start the engine of the vehicle

with the discharged battery

189

in the usual way; if the en-

gine does not start, wait a few

minutes before repeating the

Maintenance

attempt in order to protect the

starter motor and the donor

battery.

Allow both engines to idle for a

few minutes before disconnect-

ing the jump leads.

Remove the protective cap 1. Use the red jump lead to connect the positive battery connection point 2 of the drained

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the negative terminals first,
then disconnect the second
lead from the positive termin-
als.

battery to the positive terminal of the donor battery.

NOTICE

Then connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative terminal of the donor battery, and the other end to the negative terminal 3 of the drained

Do not use proprietary start-assist sprays or other products to start the engine.
Install the protective cap.

battery.

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Installing the battery cover ( 193).

ATTENTION

190 Battery

On-board electronics (e.g. clock) draining connected

Maintenance instructions battery

Correct upkeep, recharging and storage will prolong the life of

Battery is deep-discharged; this voids the guarantee

Maintenance

the battery and are essential if

Connect a float charger to the

warranty claims are to be con-

battery if the motorcycle is to

sidered.

remain out of use for more

Compliance with the points be-

than four weeks.

low is important in order to max-

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imise battery life: Keep the surface of the battery clean and dry. Do not open the battery. Do not top up with water.

NOTICE
BMW Motorrad has developed a float charger specially designed for compatibility with the electronics of your motorcycle. Us-

Be sure to read and comply

ing this charger, you can keep

with the instructions for char- the battery charged during long

ging the battery on the follow- periods of disuse, without having

ing pages.

to disconnect the battery from

Do not turn the battery upside the motorcycle's on-board sys-

down.

tems. You can obtain additional

information from your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer.

Charge battery when connected
ATTENTION
Charging the battery that is connected to the vehicle via the battery terminals Damage to the on-board electronics
Disconnect the battery at the battery terminals before charging.
ATTENTION
Recharging a fully discharged battery via the power socket or extra socket Damage to the vehicle electronics
If a battery has discharged to the extent that it is completely flat (battery voltage less than 12 V, indicator lights and multifunction display remain off when the ignition is switched

on) always charge the disconnected battery with the char-

Comply with the operating instructions of the charger.

NOTICE

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ger connected directly to the battery terminals.

NOTICE

The battery has to be recharged 191 at regular intervals in the course

ATTENTION

If you are unable to charge the battery through the on-board

of a lengthy period of disuse. See the instructions for caring

Maintenance

Unsuitable chargers connec- socket, you may be using a char- for your battery. Always fully re-

ted to a socket

ger that is not compatible with

charge the battery before restor-

Damage to charger and vehicle your motorcycle's electronics. In ing it to use.

electronics Use suitable BMW chargers. The suitable charger is available from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

this case, directly charge the battery at the terminals of the battery that has been disconnected from the vehicle.

Removing battery

Charge battery when

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Charge via the charging socket, disconnected

with the battery connected to the motorcycle's on-board electrical system.

Charge the battery using a suitable charger. Comply with the operating in-

NOTICE
The motorcycle's on-board electronics know when the battery is fully charged. The on-board socket is switched off when this happens.

structions of the charger. Once the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger's terminal clips from the battery terminals.

Switch off the ignition. Remove bolt 1. Pull the battery cover slightly forward at the top at positions 2.

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In order not to damage the battery cover or the mounting,

work the battery cover up at 192 position 3 to remove.

with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE If applicable, switch off the antitheft alarm.

Maintenance

Pull retaining panel in posi-

Disconnect battery negative

tion 1 outwards and remove

lead 1 and remove the battery.

in an upward direction.

Slightly lift the battery and ease Installing battery

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it clear of the holder until the

battery positive terminal is ac-

NOTICE

cessible.

The fuse for the alternator reg-

ulator can blow if the 12 V bat-

Disconnect battery earth lead 1 and disengage rubber strap 2.

tery is installed incorrectly or if the terminals are swapped (e.g. when using a starting aid).

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Maintenance

Secure positive battery cable 1. Secure negative battery

Install bolt 1.

Push battery into the mounting. cable 1.

Secure the battery with rubber

Setting the clock ( 109).

strap 2.

Setting the date ( 109).

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First insert retaining plate into the mountings 1 and then push under the battery in position 2.

Place battery cover into the mounting 1 and press into the mounting 2.

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Replace faulty fuse in accordance with the fuse allocation diagram.
NOTICE

Fuse assignment

Maintenance

If fuse defects recur frequently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Switch off the ignition.

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Removing front seat ( 97).

Pull off connector 1.

Install plug 1. Installing front seat ( 97).

ATTENTION

Jumpering of blown fuses Risk of short-circuit and fire
Never attempt to jumper a blown fuse. Always replace a defective fuse with a new fuse of the same amperage.

1 10 A Instrument panel Anti-theft alarm (DWA) Ignition switch Diagnostic socket
2 7.5 A Multifunction switch, left Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC)

Fuse for the alternator regulator
1 50 A Alternator regulator

Motorcycle experiences malfunctions
Only have the diagnostic connector loosened by a specialist workshop or other authorised persons during your next BMW Service appointment. Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer specifications.
Removing battery cover ( 191).

Diagnostic connector
Disengaging diagnostic connector

CAUTION
Incorrect procedure followed when loosening the diagnostic connector for the on-board diagnosis

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Press the hook 1 and pull out the diagnostic connector 2 towards the top.
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Press the locks 3 on both sides.

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Loosen the diagnostic connector 2 from the bracket 4.

The interface to the diagnosis 196 and information system can

be connected to diagnostic

connector 2.

Securing the diagnostic connector
Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information system.

Maintenance

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Connect the bracket 4 to the mounting 1.
Make sure the hook 5 engages. Installing the battery cover ( 193).

Insert the diagnostic connector 2 into the bracket 4. The locks 3 engage on both sides.

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CAUTION

Use of other-make products

Safety risk

BMW Motorrad cannot exam-

Accessories

ine or test each product of out-

side origin to ensure that it can

be used on or in connection

with BMW vehicles without

constituting a safety hazard.

Country-specific official author-

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isation does not suffice as as-

surance. Tests conducted by

these instances cannot make

provision for all operating con-

ditions experienced by BMW

vehicles and, consequently,

they are not sufficient in some

circumstances.

Use only parts and accessor-

ies approved by BMW for your

vehicle.

The components and accessory products have been thoroughly

checked by BMW for safety, function and suitability. BMW therefore takes responsibility for the products. BMW does not accept liability for unauthorised parts and accessory products of any kind. Legal provisions must be taken into account when any changes are made. Please refer to the road traffic licensing regulations (in Germany StVZO) for your country. Your BMW Motorrad Retailer offers you qualified advice when choosing original BMW components, accessories and other products. To find out more about accessories, go to: bmw-motorrad.com/equipment

Power sockets
Connection of electrical devices
You can start using electrical devices connected to the motorcycle's sockets only when the ignition is switched on.
Cable routing The cables from the power sockets to the auxiliary devices must be routed in such a way that they do not impede the rider. The cable routing should not restrict the steering angle or obstruct handling. The cables must not be trapped.
Automatic shutdown The sockets will be automatically switched off during the start procedure.

The power supply to the sockets is switched off no more than 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off, in order to prevent overloading of the onboard electrics. Low-wattage electrical accessories might not be recognised by the vehicle's electronics. In such cases, power sockets are switched off very shortly after the ignition is turned off. If the battery charge state is too low to maintain the motorcycle's start capability, the power sockets are switched off. The power sockets are also switched off when the maximum load capability as stated in the technical data is exceeded.

Cases
with touring cases OA Open cases
Turn the key 1 to position OPEN. Pull the grey release leaver 2 (OPEN) all the way up and simultaneously open the case lid.

Closing cases

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Accessories

Turn the key 1 to position

OPEN.

Press catches 2 of the case

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lid into retainers 3. Check that

nothing is trapped between the

lid and the case.

Pull the grey release lever 4

(OPEN) all the way up and sim-

ultaneously open the case lid.

The lid engages with an aud-

ible click.

Turn the key 1 in the case lock

so that it is parallel with the

direction of travel and remove.

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Then lift the case out of the bottom holder.
Install cases

Accessories

Position the case in case

Turn the key 1 to position RE-

holder 1, then pivot it until it is

LEASE.

seated at mount 2.

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Turn the key 1 to position RE-

Pull the black release lever 3 (RELEASE) up and simultan-

LEASE.

eously push the case into the

upper holder 2.

Push black release lever 3

(RELEASE) down until it en-

gages.

Turn the key in the case lock

so that it is parallel with the

direction of travel and remove.

Pull the black release lever 1 (RELEASE) up and simultaneously pull the case out.

Maximum payload and maximum speed Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with cases fitted, as stated on the label inside the case. Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and cases on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows:
Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle
max 180 km/h
Payload per case
max 10 kg

Secure attachment
If a case wobbles or is difficult to fit, it has to be adapted to the gap between the top and bottom holders.
WARNING Case installation not in compliance with correct procedure. Impairment of road safety.
Cases may not wobble and must be secured free from play. Re-adjust the retainer if play develops over the course of time.

Screws 1 inside the case allow you to make this adjustment.
Topcase
with topcase OA

Accessories

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Closing topcase

Accessories

Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1.
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Pull release lever 1 all the way up. Close the lid of the topcase and hold it down. Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case.

Push release lever 1 down until it engages. Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock.

NOTICE

Push lock barrel 1 forward. Release lever 2 pops up.

The topcase can also be locked by turning the lock to the LOCK position. In this case, make sure that the key is not left inside the topcase.

Removing the topcase
Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1. The handle pops out.

Lift the topcase at the rear and remove it from the luggage carrier.
Installing topcase
WARNING
Topcase not properly secured Driving safety is impaired
The topcase must not wobble and must be secured free from play.
Pull the handle up as far as it will go.

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Accessories

Hook the topcase into position

on the luggage carrier. Make

sure that hooks 1 are securely

seated in the corresponding keepers 2.

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Pull handle 1 up as far as it will go.

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Push handle 1 down until it engages.
Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1 and remove the key from the lock.

Maximum payload and maximum speed Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted, as stated on the label inside the topcase. Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows:
Maximum speed for riding with a laden Vario topcase
max 180 km/h
Payload of Vario topcase
max 5 kg

Navigation system Securing navigation system
with preparation for navigation system OE with navigation system OA
NOTICE
Navigation preparation is suitable from BMW Motorrad Navigator IV.
NOTICE
The latching system of the Mount Cradle is not designed to protect against theft. Always remove the navigation system and stow it away safely as soon as you finish your ride.

Removing navigation system and installing cover
with preparation for navigation system OE with navigation system OA

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Accessories

ATTENTION

Turn ignition key 1 anti-clock-

Insert the navigation system 1 Dust and dirt on the

wise.

at the bottom and swing it to- Mount Cradle contacts

Pull the lock retainer 2 to the

wards the rear in one rotational Damaged contacts

left. Press the lock 3 in.

movement. The navigation system en-

Always reinstall the cover as

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soon as you finish your ride.

Mount Cradle is unlocked and

gages with an audible click.

cover 4 can be removed to the Push the lock retainer 2 all the

front in a swivelling motion.

way to the right.

Lock 3 is locked.

Turn ignition key 4 clockwise.

The navigation system is se-

cured and the ignition key can

be removed.

Turn ignition key 1 anti-clockwise.

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Pull the lock retainer 2 all the way to the left. Lock 3 is unlocked. Push lock 3 all the way to the left. Navigation system 4 is unlocked. Tilt navigation system 4 and work it downward to remove.

Push lock retainer 2 to the right. Turn ignition key 3 clockwise. The cover 1 is secured.
Operating navigation system
with preparation for navigation system OE

be necessary. If this is the case, consult your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
If the BMW Motorrad Navigator is installed and the operating focus is switched to the Navigator, ( 105), several of its functions can be operated directly from the handlebars.

Accessories

NOTICE

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The description below is based on the BMW Motorrad Navig-

ator V and the BMW Motorrad

Navigator VI. The BMW Motorrad

Navigator IV does not support all

the options described here.

Insert cover 1 in the lower section and swing to the top with a rotational movement. The cover engages with an audible click.

NOTICE
Only the latest version of the BMW Motorrad communication system is supported. A software update of the BMW Motorrad communication system may

The navigation system is operated using the Multi-Controller 1 and the rocker button MENU 2.

Turn the Multi-Controller 1 up and down In the compass and Mediaplayer page: increase or decrease the volume of a Bluetooth-connected BMW Motorrad communication system. In the BMW special menu: select menu item.
Tilt Multi-Controller 1 briefly to the left and right Switch between the main pages of the Navigator:
Map view Compass Mediaplayer BMW special menu My Motorcycle page
Long tilt Multi-Controller 1 to the left and right Activate certain functions on the Navigator display. An arrow to the right or to the left above the corresponding button area on the

display indicates a function that can be activated in this way.
Long-push to the right to activate this function.
Long-push to the left to activate this function.
Press rocker button MENU 2 down Switch operating focus to Pure Ride view.
In detail, the following functions can be controlled: Map view
Turn up: Zoom in. Turn down: Zoom out.
Compass page Turning increases or decreases the volume of a BMW Motorrad communication

system connected via Bluetooth.
BMW special menu
Speak: Repeat most recent navigation announcement. Waypoint: Save current location as a favourite. Home: Starts navigation to home address (greyed if no home address has been defined). Mute: Switch automatic navigation announcements off or on (off: a crossed-out lips symbol appears in the top line of the display). "Speak" will still activate navigation announcements. All other acoustic outputs remain switched on. Switch off display: Deactivate the display. Dial home number: Dials the home phone number saved in the Navigator (not shown unless a communication system

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and a telephone are connected). Diversion: Activates the diversion function (not shown unless a route is active). Skip: Skips the next waypoint (not shown unless the route has waypoints).

Accessories

My Motorcycle

Turn: Changes the number of

data shown.

Touch a data field on the

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display to open the menu for

selecting data.

The values available fr selection

depend on the optional extras

installed on the vehicle.

Mediaplayer
Push to the left and hold: Play preceding track. Push to the right and hold: Play next track. Turning increases or decreases the volume of a

BMW Motorrad communication system connected via Bluetooth.
NOTICE
The Mediaplayer function is only available when a Bluetooth device complying with the A2DP standard is used, for example a BMW Motorrad communication system.
Warnings and status messages
with navigation system OA

Warning and status messages from the motorcycle are indicated by a symbol 1 appearing at the top left in the map view.
NOTICE
If a BMW Motorrad communication system is connected, warnings are accompanied by an acoustic signal.
If there are two or more active warnings the number appears below the warning triangle. Touching the warning triangle when more than one warning

is active opens a list of all the warnings. Additional information appears as soon as a message is selected.
NOTICE
Detailed information cannot be displayed for all warnings.
Special functions with navigation system OA
Integration of the BMW Motorrad Navigator can result in deviations from the descriptions in the operating instructions for the Navigator.
Fuel reserve warning The settings for the fuel gauge are not available, because the reserve fuel level warning is sent by the vehicle to the Navigator. Touch the message when it is active to view the locations of the nearest filling stations.

Date and time display
The Navigator sends the time and date to the motorcycle. To accept the time in the TFT display, the GPS synchronisation function must also be activated in the menu Settings, System settings, Date and time.
Security settings
The BMW Motorrad Navigator V can be secured against unauthorised use with a four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock). If this function is activated while the Navigator is installed in the vehicle and the ignition is switched on, you will be asked whether you want to add this vehicle to the list of secured vehicles. If you answer "Yes" at the prompt, the Navigator saves the VIN of this vehicle in its internal memory. A maximum of five VINs can be saved in this way.

10 It is then no longer necessary to
enter the PIN when the Navigator

is switched on by ignition ON on

any of these vehicles.

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If the Navigator is removed from

the vehicle while switched on, a

security prompt is issued asking

for the PIN to be entered.

Accessories

Screen brightness

In the installed condition, the

screen brightness is specified

by the motorcycle. Manual input

is not necessary.

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Automatic setting can be

switched off in the display

settings for the Navigator if

desired.

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Care Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Care of paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Vehicle preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 214 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 215

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11 Care products BMW Motorrad recommends

212 that you use the cleaning

and care products you can

obtain from your authorised

BMW Motorrad Retailer. The

substances in BMW Care

Care

Products have been tested in

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laboratories and in practice; they provide optimised care and

protection for the materials used

in your vehicle.

ATTENTION

Use of unsuitable cleaning and care products Damage to vehicle parts
Do not use solvents such as cellulose thinners, cold cleaners, fuel or the like, and do not use cleaning products that contain alcohol.

ATTENTION
Use of strongly acidic or strongly alkaline cleaning agents Damage to vehicle parts
Dilute in accordance with the dilution ratio stated on the packaging of the cleaning agent. Do not use strongly acidic or strongly alkaline cleaning agents.
Washing the vehicle
BMW Motorrad recommends that you use BMW insect remover to soften and wash off insects and stubborn dirt on painted parts prior to washing the vehicle. To prevent stains, do not wash the vehicle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sun-

light and do not wash it in the sun. Make sure that the vehicle is washed frequently, especially during the winter months. To remove road salt, clean the motorcycle with cold water immediately after every trip.
WARNING
Wet brake discs and brake pads after vehicle wash, after riding through water and in rainy conditions Diminished braking effect, risk of accident
Apply the brakes in good time to allow the friction and heat to dry the brake discs and brake pads.
ATTENTION
Effect of road salt intensified by warm water Corrosion

Use only cold water to wash off road salt.
ATTENTION
Damage due to high water pressure from high pressure cleaners or steam cleaners Corrosion or short circuit, damage to labels, seals, hydraulic brake system, electrical system and the motorcycle seat
Exercise restraint when using a steam jet or high pressure cleaning equipment.
Cleaning easily damaged components Plastics
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning agents Damage to plastic surfaces

Do not use cleaning agents that contain alcohol, solvents or abrasives. Do not use insect-remover pads or cleaning pads with hard, scouring surfaces.
Body panels Clean trim panel components with water and BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner.
Plastic windscreens and headlight lenses Remove dirt and insects with a soft sponge and generous amounts of water.
NOTICE
Soften stubborn dirt and insects by covering the affected areas with a wet cloth.
Clean with water and sponge only.

Do not use any chemical cleaning agents.
TFT display Clean the TFT display with warm water and washing-up liquid. Then dry it with a clean cloth, e.g. a paper towel.
Chrome Carefully clean chrome sections with a generous amount of water and motorcycle cleaner from the care series BMW Motorrad Care Products. This applies especially where road salt has been in use. For an additional treatment, use BMW Motorrad metal polish.
Radiator Clean the radiator regularly to prevent overheating of the engine due to inadequate cooling. For example, use a garden hose with low water pressure.

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ATTENTION

214 Bending of radiator fins Damage to radiator fins Take care not to bend the radiator fins when cleaning.

Care

Rubber

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Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber-care

products.

ATTENTION
Application of silicone sprays to rubber seals Damage to the rubber seals
Do not use silicone sprays or care products that contain silicon.

Care of paintwork
The long-term effects of materials that are damaging to paint can be prevented by regular vehicle washes, particularly if

your vehicle is ridden in areas susceptible to high levels of air pollution or natural contamination, for example tree resin or pollen. Particularly aggressive materials, however, should be removed immediately, otherwise changes to or discolouration of the paint can result. These include, for example, spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid or bird excrement. For this, we recommend BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner followed by BMW Motorrad gloss polish for preservation. Contamination of the paint surface can be seen particularly clearly after a vehicle wash. These areas should be cleaned immediately using benzine or spirit, applied with a clean cloth or cotton pad. BMW Motorrad recommends that tar spots be removed using BMW tar remover. The paint should then be preserved in these areas.

Vehicle preservation
If water no longer rolls off the paint, the paint must be preserved. For paint preservation, BMW Motorrad recommends the use of BMW Motorrad gloss polish or agents containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax.
Laying up the motorcycle
Clean the motorcycle.
Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank.
Removing battery ( 191). Spray the brake and clutch lever pivots and the main and side stand pivots with a suitable lubricant.
Coat bright metal and chromeplated parts with an acid-free grease (e.g. Vaseline).

Stand the motorcycle in a dry room in such a way that there is no load on either wheel (preferably using the frontwheel and rear-wheel stands from BMW Motorrad).
Restoring motorcycle to use
Remove the protective wax coating. Clean the motorcycle.
Installing battery ( 192). Comply with checklist ( 134).

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Technical data Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

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12 Troubleshooting chart The engine doesn't start. 218 Possible cause

Rectification

Technical data

Side stand extended and gear engaged
Gear engaged and clutch not pressed
No fuel in tank
Battery flat
Overheating protection for starter motor has been activated. Starter motor can only be operated for a limited period of time.

Fold in side stand. Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. Refuelling ( 143). Charge battery when connected ( 190). Allow the starter motor to cool down for approx. 1 minute before using it again.

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Rectification

The steps required for pairing were not carried out.
The communication system was not connected automatically despite successful pairing.
Too many Bluetooth devices are saved on the helmet.
There are other vehicles with Bluetooth-capable devices in the vicinity.

Check the necessary steps for pairing in the operating instructions for the communication system.
Switch off the helmet's communication system and reconnect it after a minute or two.
All pairing entries on the helmet are deleted (see the communication system operating instructions).
Avoid simultaneously pairing with more vehicles.

Bluetooth connection is interrupted. Possible cause

Rectification

The Bluetooth connection to the mobile end device is interrupted.
The Bluetooth connection to the helmet is interrupted.
The volume in the helmet cannot be adjusted.

Switch off energy saving mode.
Switch off the helmet's communication system and reconnect it after a minute or two. Switch off the helmet's communication system and reconnect it after a minute or two.

The telephone book is not displayed in the TFT display.

Possible cause

Rectification

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Technical data

The phone book was not transmitted to the vehicle.

Confirm transmission of the phone data ( 120) when pairing the mobile device.

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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display.

Possible cause

Rectification

Navigation from the BMW Motorrad Connected App was not transmitted.
The route guidance cannot be started.

The BMW Motorrad Connected App is opened on the connected mobile end device prior to departure.
Secure the mobile device's data connection and check the map data on the mobile end device.

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Brake caliper to telescopic fork M10 x 65 Quick-release axle in telescopic forks M20 x 1.5 Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork M8 x 50
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Rear wheel

Value
38 Nm
50 Nm
Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Value

Rear wheel on wheel flange M10 x 1.25 x 40

Tightening sequence: Tighten in a crosswise pattern
60 Nm

Valid Valid

Gearshift lever
Peg to gearshift lever M6 x 20 Micro-encapsulated
Footbrake lever
Peg to footbrake lever M6 x 20 Micro-encapsulated
Footrests
Clamping block on footrest hinge M8 x 25 Footrest on clamping block M6 x 20 / M6 x 12

Value 10 Nm Value 10 Nm Value
20 Nm 10 Nm

Valid Valid

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Handlebars
Handlebar bridge to fork bridge M8 x 35 M8 x 30

Value
19 Nm 19 Nm

Technical data

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Valid
with preparation for navigation system OE

Fuel
Recommended fuel grade
Alternative fuel grade
Fuel level Fuel reserve Fuel consumption
with power reduction OE CO2 emission
with power reduction OE Exhaust emissions standard

Super unleaded (max 15 % ethanol, E0/E5/ E10/E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI
Normal unleaded (power- and consumptionrelated restrictions.) (max 15 % ethanol, E0/ E5/E10/E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI
approx. 18 l
approx. 4 l
4.75 l/100 km, following world-wide harmonised motorcycle test cycle (WMTC)
4.88 l/100 km, following world-wide harmonised motorcycle test cycle (WMTC)
110 g/km, following world-wide harmonised motorcycle test cycle (WMTC)
113 g/km, following world-wide harmonised motorcycle test cycle (WMTC)
Euro4

Technical data

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12 Engine oil Engine oil, capacity 224
Specification
Engine oil, quantity for topping up BMW recommends
Engine z
Location of engine number Engine type Engine design
Displacement Cylinder bore Piston stroke

max 4 l, with filter change SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. max 0.8 l, Difference between MIN and MAX
Crankcase, bottom right, below starter motor A74B12M Air/liquid-cooled, two-cylinder four-stroke opposed-twin engine with two overlying, spurgear-driven camshafts, a counterbalance shaft and BMW ShiftCam variable intake camshaft control 1254 cm3 102.5 mm 76 mm

Compression ratio Nominal output
with power reduction OE Torque
with power reduction OE Maximum engine speed Idle speed
Clutch
Clutch type

12.5:1 100 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min-1 79 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min-1 143 Nm, at engine speed: 6250 min-1 140 Nm, at engine speed: 5000 min-1 max 9000 min-1 1050 min-1, Engine at regular operating temperature

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Technical data

Multiplate oil-bath clutch, anti-hopping

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Gearbox transmission ratios

Technical data

Rear-wheel drive

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Type of final drive

Type of rear suspension

Gear ratio of final drive Rear axle differential oil

Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox with helical gearing 1.650 (33 : 20), Primary transmission ratio 2.438 (39 : 16), 1st gear 1.714 (36 : 21), 2nd gear 1.296 (35 : 27), 3rd gear 1.059 (36 : 34), 4th gear 0.943 (33 : 35), 5th gear 0.848 (28 : 33), 6th gear 1.061 (35 : 33), Transmission output ratio
Shaft drive with bevel gears Cast aluminium single swinging arm featuring BMW Motorrad Paralever 2.818 (31/11 teeth) SAE 70W-80 / Hypoid Axle G3

Frame
Frame type
Type plate location Position of the Vehicle Identification Number
Chassis and suspension
Front wheel Type of front suspension Spring travel, front Rear wheel Type of rear suspension
with Dynamic ESA OE Spring travel at rear wheel

Tubular steel frame with supporting drive unit, steel pipe rear frames
Frame, front left at steering head
Frame, front right, on steering head

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Technical data

Upside-down telescopic fork 140 mm, at front wheel
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Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound-stage damping and spring preload ESA2 with spring rate setting 140 mm

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Type of front brake

Technical data

Brake-pad material, front Rear wheel Type of rear brake

Brake-pad material, rear

Wheels and tyres

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Recommended tyre sets

Speed category, front/rear tyres

Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-piston radial brake calipers and floating brake discs Sintered metal
Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Sintered metal
An overview of currently approved tyres is available from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com. W, required at least: 270 km/h

Front wheel Front wheel type Front wheel rim size Tyre designation, front Load index, front tyre Permissible wheel load, front Permissible front-wheel imbalance Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Rear wheel rim size Tyre designation, rear Load index, rear tyre Permissible wheel load, rear Permissible rear-wheel imbalance

Aluminium cast wheel 3.5" x 17" 120/70 - ZR 17 min. 58 max 180 kg max 5 g
Aluminium cast wheel 5.5" x 17" 180/55 - ZR 17 min. 73 max 325 kg max 45 g

Technical data

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12 Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 230
Tyre pressure, rear

Technical data

Electrical system

Electrical rating of on-board sockets

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Fuse carrier 1

Fuse holder Battery Battery type Battery rated voltage Battery rated capacity

2.5 bar, One-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, Two-up mode with loading, with a cold tyre 2.5 bar, for motor sports 2.9 bar, One-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, Two-up mode with loading, with a cold tyre 2.9 bar, for motor sports
max 5 A, total for all sockets 10 A, Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, main relay, diagnostic socket 7.5 A, Slot 2: multifunction switch left, tyre pressure control (RDC), angular rate sensor 50 A, Fuse 1: Voltage regulator
AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery 12 V 12 Ah

Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for the low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for tail light/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front
with LED flashing turn indicator OE Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear
with LED flashing turn indicator OE

NGK LMAR8AI-10
LED LED LED LED RY10W / 12 V / 10 W LED RY10W / 12 V / 10 W LED

Technical data

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12 Anti-theft alarm Activation time on arming 232
Alarm duration Battery type
Dimensions
Length of motorcycle Height of motorcycle

Technical data

Width of motorcycle

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Front-seat height

with rider's seat, low OE

with Sport seat OE

Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel

with rider's seat, low OE

with Sport seat OE

approx. 30 s approx. 26 s CR 123 A
2202 mm, over number-plate carrier 1255...1340 mm, TARGET measured: over windscreen at unladen weight 925 mm, with mirrors 999 mm, with cases 820 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight 760 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight 840 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight 1840 mm, without rider at unladen weight 1720 mm, without rider at unladen weight 1875 mm, without rider at unladen weight

Weights
Vehicle kerb weight
Permissible gross weight Maximum payload
Riding specifications
Top speed with touring cases OA with topcase OA

243 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras
460 kg
217 kg

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>200 km/h 180 km/h 180 km/h
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Service BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 BMW Motorrad Service history . . . . 236 BMW Motorrad Mobility services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 BMW Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Maintenance confirmations . . . . . . . . 242 Service confirmations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

Service

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Service

13 BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad has an extensive 236 network of dealerships in place
to look after you and your motorcycle in more than 100 countries. Authorised BMW Motorrad dealerships have the technical information and the technical know-how to carry out reliably all maintenance and repair work
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You can locate your nearest authorised BMW Motorrad dealership by visiting our website: bmw-motorrad.com
WARNING
Maintenance and repair work not in compliance with correct procedure Risk of accident due to consequential damage
BMW Motorrad recommends having work of this nature carried out on the vehicle by a

specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
In order to help ensure that your BMW is always in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad recommends compliance with the maintenance intervals specified for your motorcycle. Have all maintenance and repair work that is carried out confirmed in the "Service" chapter in this manual. For generous treatment of claims submitted after the warranty period has expired, evidence of regular maintenance is essential.
Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer can provide information on BMW services and the work undertaken as part of each service.

BMW Motorrad Service history
Entries
Maintenance work that has been carried out is entered in the proof of maintenance. The entries are like a Service Booklet and provide proof of regular maintenance. If an entry is made in the electronic service booklet of the vehicle, service-relevant data is saved in the central IT systems of BMW AG, Munich. If there is a change in vehicle owner, the data saved in the electronic service booklet can also be viewed by the new vehicle owner. A BMW Motorrad Retailer or a specialist workshop can also view data that is stored in the electronic service booklet.

Objection
The vehicle owner can object to entries being made by the BMW Motorrad Retailer or a specialist workshop in the electronic service booklet along with the corresponding storage of data in the vehicle and transfer of data to the vehicle manufacturer for the period of time that they are the vehicle owner. In this instance, no entry is made in the electronic service booklet of the vehicle.
BMW Motorrad Mobility services
As owner of a new BMW vehicle, in circumstances in which assistance is required you can benefit from the protection afforded by the various BMW Motorrad mobility services (e.g. Mobile Service, breakdown service, vehicle recovery service).

Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy provide information about the mobility services available to you.
Maintenance work BMW pre-delivery check
Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer conducts the BMW predelivery check before handing over the vehicle to you.
BMW Running-in check
Running-in check
500...1200 km
BMW Service
The BMW Service is carried out once a year. The scope of the service depends on the age of the vehicle and the mileage ridden. Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will confirm the service that

has been carried out for you and will enter the deadline for the next service. For riders with a high mileage it may be necessary to have a service before the specified deadline. In this case, a corresponding maximum mileage is entered in the service confirmation. If this mileage is reached before the next service deadline, the service must be brought forward. The Service Interval Indicator in the TFT display reminds you about one month or 1000 km in advance when the time for a service is approaching, on the basis of the programmed values.

Service

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To find out more about service, go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service

13 The scope of maintenance work required for your vehicle can be

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found in the following maintenance schedule:

Service

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Service

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Service

Maintenance schedule
1 BMW running-in check (including oil change)
2 BMW Service standard scope
3 Engine-oil change, with filter
4 Oil change in bevel gears rear
5 Check valve clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Replace air filter element 8 Oil change in the tele-
scopic forks 9 Change brake fluid, entire
system a annually or every
10000 km (whichever comes first) b every 2 years or every 20000 km (whichever comes first) c for the first time after one year, then every two years

Service

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13 Maintenance confirmations BMW Service standard scope

242 The repair tasks in the BMW Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance

work applicable for your vehicle may vary.

Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system

Visual inspection of clutch system

Service

Visual inspection of the brake lines, brake hoses and connections

Check front brake pads and brake discs for wear

Checking the brake fluid level of the front wheel brake

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Check rear brake pads and brake disc for wear

Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes

Check coolant level

Check the side stand's ease of movement

Check the centre stand's ease of movement

Check tyre pressure and tread depth

Check the tension of the spokes, retighten if necessary

Check lights and signalling system

Function test, engine start suppression

Final inspection and check for road safety

Set service date and remaining distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system

Check state of charge of the battery

Confirm BMW service in on-board literature

BMW pre-delivery check carried out
at

BMW Running-in Check carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Stamp, signature

Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service carried out
at at km
Next service at the latest at or, when reached earlier at km

Work performed BMW Service

Yes No

Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Checking or replacing air filter element (for maintenance) Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

13 Service confirmations The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur-

256 chased special promotions.

Work performed

at km

Date

Service

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Work performed

at km

Date

Service

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Appendix
Certificate for electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . 262
Certificate for tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Certificate for TFT instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

Appendix

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FCC Approval Ring aerial in the ignition switch
To verify the authorization of the ignition key, the electronic immobilizer exchanges information with the ignition key via the ring aerial.

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 responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Approbation de la FCC Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur d'allumage
Pour vérifier l'autorisation de la clé de contact, le système d'immobilisation électronique échange des

informations avec la clé de contact via l'antenne annulaire. Le présent dispositif est conforme à la partie 15 des 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 responsable de l'homologation peut annuler l'autorisation accordée à l'utilisateur pour utiliser le dispositif.

Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device
USA, Canada Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750

Canada: 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. 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 responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Declaration Of Conformity

We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750)
camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards: 1. Health and safety requirements contained in article 3 (1) a)
· EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011; Information technology equipment- Safety 2. Protection requirements with respect to electromagnetic compatibility article 3 (1) b)
· EN 301 489-1 (V1 .9.2, 09/2011 ), Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements
· EN 301 489-3 (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 spectrum matters (ERM); Short range devices (SRD); Radio equipment tobe used in the 25 MHz to 1000 MHz frequency range with power Ieveis ranging up to 500 mW; Part 1: Technical characteristics and test methods. Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 ofthe R&TIE directive
The product is Iabeted wilh the CE marking:

Velbert, October 15th, 2013

Benjamin A. Müller
Product Development Systems Car Access and Immobilization ­ Electronics Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert

Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC)

FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4

FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils 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 the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Declaration of Conformity
Radio equipment TFT instrument cluster For all Countries without EU Technical information BT operating frq. Range: 2402 ­ 2480 MHz BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE) BT output power: < 4 dBm WLAN operating frq. Range: 2412 ­ 2462 MHz WLAN standards: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n WLAN output power: < 20 dBm Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH Adress: Robert Bosch Str. 200, 31139 Hildesheim, GERMANY

Turkey Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH, ICC6.5in tipi telsiz sisteminin 2014/53/EU nolu yönetmelie uygun olduunu beyan eder. AB Uygunluk Beyani'nin tam metni, aaidaki internet adresinden görülebilir: http://cert.boschcarmultimedia.net Brazil Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.

Canada This device complies with Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Mexico La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada.
Taiwan, Republic of  NCC  :            

Thailand
      .
(This telecommunication equipments is in compliance with NTC requirements)
United States (USA) This device complies with Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Korea    R-CMM-RBR-ICC65IN  : Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH : ICC6.5in  :   ( )    : Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH /   :                    .

15 A Abbreviations and symbols, 6

ABS 268 Control, 23

Engineering details, 150

operate, 78

Self-diagnosis, 136

Index

Status indicators, 54

Accessories

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General instructions, 198

Actuality, 8

Air filter Position on the motorcycle, 21

Ambient temperature

Outside temperature

warning, 43

Reading, 43

Anti-theft alarm Indicator light, 26

operate, 93

Warning, 46

ASC Control, 23 Engineering details, 153 Indicator and warning light , 56 operate, 80 Self-diagnosis, 137
B Battery
Charging battery when connected, 190 Charging battery when disconnected, 191 Indicator light for vehicle voltage, 44 install, 192 Maintenance instructions, 190 Removal, 191 Technical data, 230 Bluetooth, 110 Pairing, 111

Brake fluid Checking fluid level, front, 173 Checking fluid level, rear, 174 Reservoir, front, 21 Reservoir, rear, 21
brake lever Adjusting brake lever, 126
Brake pads Checking front, 171 Checking rear, 172 Running in, 138
Brakes ABS Pro in detail, 152 ABS Pro depending on riding mode, 140 Adjust hand lever, 126 Adjusting footbrake lever, 127 Checking function, 170 Safety information, 139 Technical data, 228
C Care
Chrome, 213 Paintwork preservation, 214 Cases, 199

Check control Dialogue, 33 Reading, 33
Checklist, 134 Clock
adjust, 109 Clutch
Adjust hand lever, 124 Adjusting clutch, 124 Checking operation, 175 Technical data, 225 Coolant Checking fill level, 175 Indicator light for excess temperature, 48 Topping up, 176 Cruise-control system operate, 87
D Damping
adjust, 130 Adjuster, rear, 19

Daytime riding lights Automatic daytime riding light, 76 Manual daytime riding light, 75
Diagnostic connector Loosen, 195 secure, 196
Dimensions Technical data, 232
Drop sensor Indicator light, 54
DTC Engineering details, 153 Indicator and warning light , 56 operate, 80
DWA Technical data, 232
Dynamic Brake Control, 157 Engineering details, 157
E Electrics
Technical data, 230

Emergency call Automatically in the event of a light fall, 72 Automatically in the event of a severe fall, 73 Information, 12 Language, 71 manual, 71 operate, 71
Emergency off switch (kill switch), 25 operate, 70
Emissions warning light, 48 Engine
Indicator light for engine control, 49 Indicator light for engine electronics, 49 Malfunction indicator lamp, 48 starting, 135 Technical data, 224 Engine oil Checking fill level, 169 Electronic oil-level check, 47 Filler neck, 21

Index

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Index

15 Fill-level indicator, 21 Indicator light for engine oil 270 level, 47
Technical data, 224
Topping up, 170
Equipment, 7
ESA Control, 23
operate, 81
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F Frame
Technical data, 227
Front-wheel stand install, 167
Fuel Filler neck, 19
Fuel grade, 142
refuelling, 143, 144
Refuelling, 143, 144
refuelling with Keyless Ride, 145
Technical data, 223
Fuel reserve Range, 108
Warning, 58

Fuses Replacing, 194 Technical data, 230
G General views
Indicator and warning lights, 28 Instrument panel, 26 Left multifunction switch, 23 Left side of vehicle, 19 My vehicle, 114 Right multifunction switch, 25 Right side of vehicle, 21 TFT display, 30, 32 Underneath the seat, 22
H Hazard warning flashers
Control, 23, 25 operate, 77 Headlight Headlight beam throw, 123 Headlight beam-throw adjustment, 19 Headlight courtesy delay feature, 64, 74

Heated handlebar grips Control, 25 operate, 96
Hill Start Control, 90, 161 cannot be activated, 59 Engineering details, 161 Indicator and warning lights, 58, 59 operate, 90 switching on/off, 91
Hill Start Control Pro adjust, 92 Engineering details, 161 operate, 91
Horn, 23
I Ignition
switching off, 65 switching on, 64 Immobiliser emergency key, 68 Reserve key, 65

Instrument panel Ambient-light brightness sensor, 26 Overview, 26
J Jump-start, 188
K Keyless Ride
Electronic immobiliser EWS, 68 Fuel filler cap, unlocking, 144, 145 Locking the steering lock, 67 Loss of the radio-operated key, 69 Switching off ignition, 68 Switching on ignition, 67 Warning, 43, 44 Keys, 64, 66
L Lighting
Replacing LED auxiliary headlights, 188 Replacing LED rear light, 188

Replacing the LED headlight, 188 Technical data, 231 Turn indicators, 186 Warning for faulty light source, 45 Lights Automatic daytime riding light, 76 Control, 23 Headlight courtesy delay feature, 74 Headlight flasher, operating, 73 High-beam headlight, operating, 73 Low-beam headlight, 73 Manual daytime riding light, 75 Operating additional headlights, 74 Parking lights, 74 Side light, 73 Lowered suspension Restrictions, 132 Luggage Instructions for loading, 132

M Maintenance
Maintenance schedule, 241 Maintenance confirmations, 242 Maintenance intervals, 237 Media
operate, 119 Menu
Call up, 104 Mirrors
adjust, 122 Mobility services, 237 Motorcycle
Care, 211 Cleaning, 211 Lashing, 146 Laying up, 214 Parking, 141 Multifunction switch General view, left side, 23 General view, right side, 25
N Navigation
operate, 117

Index

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Index

15 O On-board computer, 114 On-board voltage 272 Warning, 44
Operating focus change, 105
P Pairing, 111
z Parking, 141
Parking light, 74 Phone
operate, 119 Power socket
Notes on use, 198 Position on the vehicle, 21 Pre-Ride-Check, 135 Pure Ride Overview, 30
R RDC
Engineering details, 158 Rim sticker, 178 Warnings, 51

Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 226
Rear-wheel stand install, 168
Refuelling, 143, 144 Fuel grade, 142
with Keyless Ride, 145
Remote control Replacing battery, 69
Rev. counter, 26 Engine speed display, 108
Rider info status line adjust, 106, 107
Rider's Manual Position on the vehicle, 22
Riding mode adjust, 84
Control, 25 Engineering details, 156
Setting PRO riding mode, 86
Running gear Technical data, 227
Running in, 137

S Safety instructions
for brakes, 139 For riding, 132
Seat Position of the height adjustment, 22
Seats Lock, 19 Removing and installing, 96
Service, 236 Service history, 236
Service-due indicator, 60 Shift assistant, 138
Engineering details, 160
Gear not trained, 59 Riding, 138
Shift lever Adjust the peg, 125
ShiftCam, 163 Engineering details, 163
Shifting gear Recommendation to upshift, 109

Silencer Install the silencer, 185 Removing silencer, 184
Spark plugs Technical data, 231
Speed Limit Info Switching on or off, 107
Speedometer, 26 Spring preload
adjust, 128 Adjuster, rear, 21 Starting, 135 Control, 25 Steering lock Locking, 64
T Technical data
Anti-theft alarm, 232 Battery, 230 Brakes, 228 Chassis and suspension, 227 Clutch, 225 Dimensions, 232 Electrical system, 230

Engine, 224 Engine oil, 224 Frame, 227 Fuel, 223 General instructions, 7 Lighting, 231 Rear-wheel drive, 226 Spark plugs, 231 Standards, 7 Transmission, 226 Weights, 233 Wheels and tyres, 228 Telltale lights, 26 Overview, 28 TFT display, 26 Control, 23 operate, 104, 105, 106 Overview, 30, 32 Select display, 101 Toolkit Position on the vehicle, 22 Standard toolkit, 166 Topcase operate, 201 Torques, 220

Traction control ASC, 153 DTC, 153
Transmission Technical data, 226
Troubleshooting chart, 218 Turn indicators
Control, 23 Control, right, 25 operate, 77 Type plate Position on the vehicle, 21 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Reading, 50 Tyres Check filling pressure, 176 Check tread depth, 177 Checking tread depth, 177 Pressures, 230 Running in, 138 Table of tyre pressures, 22 Technical data, 228
V Value
Reading, 33

Index

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15 Vehicle Put into operation, 215 Vehicle Identification Number 274 Position on the vehicle, 21

W Warning lights, 26

Overview, 28

Index

Warnings

z

ABS, 54 Anti-theft alarm, 46

ASC, 56

Coolant temperature, 48

Drop sensor, 54

DTC, 56

Engine control unit, 49

Engine electronics, 49

Engine oil level, 47

Fuel reserve, 58

Gear not trained, 59

Hill Start Control, 58, 59

Light source faulty, 45

Malfunction indicator lamp, 48

Mode of presentation, 33

My vehicle, 114

On-board voltage, 44 Outside temperature warning, 43 RDC, 51 Warnings, overview, 36 Weights Payload table, 22 Technical data, 233 Wheels Change of size, 177 Check wheel rims, 177 Checking rims, 177 Installing front wheel, 180 Installing the rear wheel, 183 Removing front wheel, 178 Technical data, 228 Windscreen adjust, 122

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Index

Details described or illustrated in this booklet may differ from the vehicle's actual specification as purchased, the accessories fitted or the national-market specification. No claims will be entertained as a result of such discrepancies. Dimensions, weights, fuel consumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tolerances. The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted.

Original rider's manual, printed in Germany.

© 2019 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written permission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.

Important data for refuelling: Fuel Recommended fuel grade
Alternative fuel grade
Fuel level Fuel reserve Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front Tyre pressure, rear

Super unleaded (max 15 % ethanol, E0/E5/E10/ E15) 95 ROZ/RON 90 AKI
Normal unleaded (power- and consumption-related restrictions.) (max 15 % ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI
approx. 18 l approx. 4 l
2.5 bar, One-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, One-up, tyre cold

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