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Rider's Manual R 1200 R BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Motorcycle data/dealership details Motorcycle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Vehicle identification number Ms/Mr Colour code Phone number Date of first registration Registration number Dealership address/phone number (company stamp) Welcome to BMW We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from BMW and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new motorcycle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW motorcycle. 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 motorcycle's reliability and safety, as well as its value. If you have questions concerning your motorcycle, your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide advice and assistance. We hope that you will enjoy riding your BMW and that all your journeys will be pleasant and safe. BMW Motorrad. Table of Contents You can also consult the index at the end of this Rider's Manual if you want to find a particular topic or item of information. 1 General instructions . . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 General view, left side . . . . . . . . 11 General view, right side . . . . . . 13 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . 15 Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . 16 Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . 17 Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 21 Standard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Status indicators with onboard computer OE . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Status indicators with tyre-pressure monitoring (RDC) OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Warnings issued by the onboard computer (OE) . . . . . . . . . 29 ABS warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 ASC warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 RDC warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Anti-theft alarm warnings (OE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Electronic immobiliser (EWS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Odometer and tripmeters . . . . 44 On-board computer OE . . . . . . . 46 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . 51 Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Grip heating OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Automatic Stability Control ASC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Parking your motorcycle . . . . . 71 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 6 Engineering details . . . . . 75 Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS OE . . . . . . . . 76 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 84 Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Case OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Topcase OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 92 Toolkit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Brake system, general . . . . . . . . 95 Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 109 Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 110 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Washing motorcycle. . . . . . . . 126 Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Protective wax coating . . . . . 128 Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 10 Technical data . . . . . . . 129 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . 130 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . 131 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Wheels and tyres. . . . . . . . . . . 138 Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Riding specifications . . . . . . . 143 11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 BMW Motorrad service . . . . . 146 BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 146 BMW Motorrad service network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . 147 Confirmation of maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Confirmation of service . . . . . 153 General instructions 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 5 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 General instructions z 1 6 Overview Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual will provide you with an initial overview of your motorcycle. All maintenance and repair work on Specific instructions on OE how to operate, control, ad- just or look after items of equip- ment on the motorcycle. Indicates the end of an Optional extra The motorcycles are assembled complete with all the BMW optional extras originally ordered. the motorcycle is documented in item of information. OA Optional accessory Chapter 11. This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on your motorcycle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims. Instruction. Result of an activity. Reference to a page with You can obtain optional accessories through your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer; optional accessories have to be When the time comes to sell more detailed informa- retrofitted to the motor- your BMW, please remember tion. cycle. to hand over this Rider's Manu- General instructions al; it is an important part of the motorcycle. Indicates the end of a passage relating to spe- EWS Electronic immobiliser (Elektronische Wegfahr- z Abbreviations and symbols Indicates warnings that you cific accessories or items of equipment. Tightening torque. sicherung). DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebstahlwarnanlage) must comply with for reasons of your safety and the safety of others, and to protect your Item of technical data. ABS Anti-lock brake system ASC Automatic Stability Con- motorcycle against damage. trol. RDC Tyre pressure control (ReifenDruck-Control) find these features described in separate manuals. the basis of the data, illustrations or descriptions in this manual. 1 General instructions ESA Electronic Suspension Technical data 7 Adjustment Electronic Suspension Adjustment. All dimensions, weights and power ratings stated in the Rider's Manual are quoted to the Equipment standards and comply with the tolerance requirements of the When you ordered your BMW Deutsche Institut für Normung motorcycle, you chose various e.V. Versions for individual items of custom equipment. This countries may differ. Rider's Manual describes option- al extras (OE) offered by BMW Currency and selected optional accessor- The high safety and quality ies (OA). This explains why the standards of BMW motorcycles manual may also contain descriptions of equipment which are maintained by constant development work on designs, z you have not ordered. Please equipment and accessories. note, too, that your motorcycle Because of this, your motorcycle might not be exactly as illus- may differ from the information trated in this manual on account supplied in the Rider's Manual. of country-specific differences. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely If your BMW was supplied with rule out errors and omissions. equipment not described in We hope you will appreciate that this Rider's Manual, you will no claims can be entertained on 1 8 z General instructions General views 2 General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 9 General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 General views z 2 10 z General views General view, left side 1 Clutch-fluid reservoir 2 ( 100) 11 2 Fuel filler neck ( 73) 3 Power socket ( 84) 4 Adjuster for damping char- acteristic, rear suspension ( 57) 5 Engine-oil filler neck ( 94) 6 Engine oil level indicator ( 93) General views z 2 12 z General views General view, right side 1 Seat lock ( 61) 2 2 Vehicle identification num- 13 ber 3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front ( 98) General views z 2 14 z General views Underneath the seat 1 Battery ( 120) 2 2 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 15 ( 99) 3 Rider's Manual and toolkit ( 92) 4 Type plate 5 Air-pressures table 6 Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 56) General views z 2 Handlebar fitting, left 1 Operating the on-board 16 computer OE ( 46) 2 Operating ASC OE ( 53) 3 Operating ESA OE ( 58) 4 Horn 5 Flashing turn indicators, left ( 50), Hazard warn- ing flashers ( 51) 6 High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( 50) General views z Handlebar fitting, right 1 Emergency off switch (kill 2 switch) ( 52) 17 2 Starter button ( 66) 3 Grip heating OE ( 53) 4 Flashing turn indicators, right ( 51), Hazard warn- ing flashers ( 51) 5 Cancel button, flashing turn indicators ( 51), Pushbut- ton, cancel hazard warning flashers ( 52) General views z 2 Instrument cluster 1 Telltale lights ( 22) 18 2 Speedometer 3 Set the clock ( 44) 4 Multifunction display ( 22) 5 Select readings ( 44) Reset the tripmeter ( 45) 6 Telltale light, anti-theft alarm (OE), Sensor for instrument lighting 7 Rev. counter General views z The instrument-cluster lighting has automatic day and night switchover. Headlight 1 Low-beam headlight 2 2 High-beam headlight 19 3 Side light General views z 2 20 z General views Status indicators 3 Standard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 22 21 Status indicators with on-board com- puterOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Status indicators with tyre-pressure monitoring (RDC)OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Status indicators Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Warnings issued by the on-board computer (OE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 ABS warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 ASC warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 z RDC warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Anti-theft alarm warnings (OE) . . . . . . . 39 3 Standard status indicators 22 Multifunction display Telltale lights Service-due indicator Status indicators 1 Clock ( 44) 2 Odometer and tripmeters z ( 44) 3 Gear indicator ( 22) 1 High-beam headlight 2 Flashing turn indicators, left 3 Idle 4 Flashing turn indicators, right Gear indicator The gear engaged or N for neutral appears on the display. If no gear is engaged, the 'neutral' telltale light also lights up. If the next service is due in less than one month, the date for the next service is shown briefly after the Pre-Ride Check completes. The month is shown as a twodigit number and the year as a four-digit number, with a colon as separator, so in this example the next service is due in March 2007. panied by the 'General' warning light showing yellow. The word Status indicators with on-board computerOE 3 "Service" remains permanently visible. Multifunction display 23 Status indicators If the service-due indicat- or appears more than a month in advance of the actual due date or if the word "Service" does not show permanently even If the motorcycle covers long dis- though a service is overdue, the tances in the course of the year, date stored in memory in the in- under certain circumstances it strument cluster is incorrect and might be necessary to have it must be set. This situation can serviced at a date in advance occur if the battery was discon- 1 Status-indicator panel of of the forecast due date. If the nected for a prolonged period of the on-board computer OE countdown distance to the odo- time. ( 46) z meter reading at which a service will be due is less than 1000 km, the distance is counted down in If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW 2 Engine temperature ( 23) 3 Fuel capacity ( 24) steps of 100 km and is shown briefly after the Pre-Ride Check completes. Motorrad dealer. Engine temperature The horizontal bars above the temperature symbol If service is overdue, the due indicate the engine temperature. date or the odometer reading at which service was due is accom- 3 Fuel capacity The horizontal bars above 24 the fuel-pump symbol in- dicate the remaining quantity of fuel. The top bar is larger than the others and the quantity of fuel it represents is correspond- ingly larger. When the fuel in the tank is topped up the gauge briefly shows the original level, before the reading is updated. Status indicators with tyre-pressure monitoring (RDC)OE Status indicators 1 Tyre pressures alternate with the odometer read- z ings ( 49) Standard warnings Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the warning lights 1 and 2 or by 'General' warning light 3 showing in combination with a text warning or a warning symbol in the multifunction display. The 'General' warning light shows red or yellow, depending on the urgency of the warning. The possible warnings are listed on the next page. 3 25 Status indicators Warning symbol 1 can show on the multifunction display. Text warnings such as 2, for example, appear in the odometer panel and are accompanied by warning-triangle symbol 3. z If two or more warnings occur at the same time, all the appropriate warning lights and warning symbols appear. You can call up text warnings to alternate with the odometer readings ( 44). The status of the 'General' warning light matches the most urgent warning. 3 Warnings, overview 26 Lights up yellow Status indicators Lights up Lights up yellow Flashes Lights up z Lights up yellow Appears on the display EWS appears on the display. Appears on the display Appears on the display LAMP appears on the display. Meaning Electronic immobiliser active ( 27) Fuel down to reserve ( 27) Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 27) Insufficient engine oil pressure ( 27) Insufficient battery charge current ( 28) Bulb defective ( 28) Electronic immobiliser active converter; a hazardous situation General warning light shows can result if the engine cuts out tempt to overtake other road users. 3 yellow. unexpectedly. Do not run the fuel tank dry. Engine power level might be lower than normal: adapt your 27 Warning-triangle symbol appears on the display. The fuel tank contains no more style of riding accordingly. than the reserve quantity of fuel. The engine control unit has dia- EWS appears on the display. The key being used is not au- Reserve fuel gnosed a fault. In exceptional cases, the engine stops and re- Status indicators thorised for starting, or commu- fuses to start. Otherwise, the en- nication between key and engine electronics is disrupted. Remove all other vehicle keys 3l Refuelling ( 73) gine runs in emergency operating mode. You can continue to ride, but from the same ring as the ignition key. Use the reserve key. Have the defective key replaced, preferably by an au- Engine in emergencyoperation mode General warning light shows yellow. bear in mind that the usual en- gine power might not be avail- able. Have the fault rectified as z quickly as possible by a thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Engine symbol appears on specialist workshop, preferably Fuel down to reserve Warning light for fuel down to reserve shows. Lack of fuel can result in the engine misfiring and cutting out unexpectedly. Misfiring can damage the catalytic the display. The engine is running in emergency operating mode. Engine power might be reduced and this can cause hazardous situations, particularly if you at- an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Insufficient engine oil pressure Warning light for engine-oil pressure flashes. The oil pressure in the lube-oil 3 system is too low. Stop immediately and switch off the engine if an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. and that the battery could discharge until completely flat, the warning light shows. 28 Insufficient battery charge The insufficient oil pres- current sure warning does not fulfil the function of an oil gauge. The only way of checking whether the Warning light for battery shows. oil level is correct is to check the A discharged battery can oil sight glass. cause the engine to die in which case it might have suffered irreparable damage. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Status indicators A low oil level is one reason why suddenly, and this could result in Bulb defective a warning indicating insufficient oil pressure is issued. Check the engine oil level a dangerous situation in traffic. Have faults rectified as soon as possible. General warning light shows yellow. ( 93) z If the oil level is too low: Top up the engine oil. If the battery is not charging, continuing to ride can cause it to discharge completely, Warning-triangle symbol appears on the display. LAMP appears on the display. If the engine oil level is correct: Riding when engine-oil pressure is low can result in engine damage. Do not continue your journey. in which case it will suffer irreparable damage. If possible, do not continue your journey. Battery is not being charged. You can continue to ride until A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a Have the fault rectified as the battery is discharged. Bear complete set of spare bulbs if quickly as possible by a in mind, however, that the en- possible. specialist workshop, preferably gine could cut out suddenly Low-beam headlight, high-beam Warnings issued by danger of black ice is particularly headlight, side-light or turn-indic- the on-board computer high on bridges and where the 3 ator bulb defective. Replacing low-beam or high- (OE) road is in the shade. 29 Ride carefully and think well beam headlight bulb ( 112) ahead. Replacing parking-light bulb ( 113) ABS warningsOE Replacing turn indicator bulb, front/rear ( 117) Mode of presentation Status indicators Rear light or brake light bulb de- fective. Replacing brake light and rear light bulb ( 115) The ambient-temperature read- ing flashes. z The air temperature measured at the motorcycle is lower than 3 °C. ABS warnings are indicated by The ice warning does not mean that there is no risk of black ice forming at measured temperatures above 3 °C. ABS warning light 1. The way in which the ABS warning light indicates status can differ in some countries. Always take extra care and think well ahead when temperatures are low; remember that the 3 Possible national variant. 30 The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad Integral ABS start on page ( 76), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page. Status indicators z Warnings, overview Flashes Lights up Meaning 3 Self-diagnosis not completed ( 32) 31 ABS fault ( 32) Status indicators z 3 Self-diagnosis not completed ABS warning light flashes. formation on situations that can an overview listing the possible lead to an ABS fault ( 77). warnings on the next page. 32 The ABS function is not available, because selfdiagnosis did not complete. The motorcycle has to move forward Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. a few metres for the wheel sensors to be tested. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind ASC warningsOE Mode of presentation that the ABS function is not available until self-diagnosis has completed. Status indicators ABS fault z ABS warning light shows. The ABS control unit has detected a fault. The ABS function is not available. You can continue to ride the motorcycle, but make due provision for the fact that the ABS function is not available. Bear in mind the more detailed in- ASC warnings are indicated by ASC warning light 1. The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad ASC start on page ( 78), and you will find Warnings, overview Quick-flashes Slow-flashes Lights up Lights up Meaning 3 ASC intervention ( 34) 33 Self-diagnosis not completed ( 34) ASC fault ( 34) ASC switched off ( 34) Status indicators z 3 ASC intervention ASC warning light quick- available until self-diagnosis has The rider has switched off the completed. ASC system. 34 flashes. The ASC has detected a degree ASC fault of instability at the rear wheel ASC warning light shows. with OE Automatic Stability Control (ASC): Activate the ASC function and has intervened to reduce ( 54) Status indicators torque. The warning light flashes for longer than ASC intervention lasts. This affords the rider visual feedback on control intervention even after the critical situation has been dealt with. The ASC control unit has detected a fault. The ASC function is not available. You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that the ASC function is not available. Bear in mind RDC warningsOE Mode of presentation Self-diagnosis not completed the more detailed information on situations that can lead to ASC warning light slow- an ASC fault ( 79). z flashes. Have the fault rectified as Self-diagnosis did not complete, quickly as possible by a so the ASC function is not avail- specialist workshop, preferably able. The engine must be running and the motorcycle must reach a speed of at least 5 km/h in order for ASC self-diagnosis to complete. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. ASC switched off ASC warning light shows. Warning symbol 1 indicates a critical tyre pressure, and the corresponding reading for the front tyre pressure 2 or the rear tyre pressure 3 flashes. that the ASC function is not If the critical value is close to the limit of the permiss- 3 ible tolerance range, the reading is accompanied by the 'General' 35 warning light showing yellow. If the tyre pressure registered by the sensor is outside the per- missible tolerance range, the 'General' warning light shows red. The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad RDC start on page ( 80), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page. Status indicators z 3 Warnings, overview 36 Lights up yellow Flashes red Status indicators z Lights up yellow Lights up yellow Appears on the display Critical tyre pressure flashes Appears on the display Critical tyre pressure flashes "--" or "-- --" appears on the display Appears on the display "--" or "-- --" appears on the display Appears on the display RdC appears on the display. Meaning Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( 37) Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance ( 37) Signal transmission disrupted ( 37) Sensor defective or system error ( 38) Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak ( 38) Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance shown by the RDC system. Use If tyre pressure is incorrect it is the public air line at a petrol sta- essential to adapt your style of 3 General warning light shows yellow. Warning-triangle symbol tion or motorway service area to adjust the tyre pressure by this amount. riding accordingly. 37 Correct the tyre pressure at the earliest possible opportunity. appears on the display. Tyre pressure outside Have the tyre checked for Status indicators The critical tyre pressure flashes. Measured tyre pressure is close to the limit of permitted toler- permitted tolerance General warning light flashes red. damage by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. ance. Warning-triangle symbol If you are unsure whether the Correct the tyre pressure as appears on the display. motorcycle can be ridden with stated on the inside cover of the Rider's Manual. The critical tyre pressure flashes. the tyre in its present condition: Measured tyre pressure is out- Do not continue your journey. The tyre-pressures listed on the inside cover are side permitted tolerance. Check the tyre for damage and Notify the breakdown service. Have the tyre checked for z temperature-compensated; the to ascertain whether the mo- damage by a specialist reference tyre temperature for torcycle can be ridden with the workshop, preferably an these readings is always 20 °C. tyre in its present condition. authorised BMW Motorrad The procedure for correctly tyre If the motorcycle can be ridden dealer. pressures when the tyres are not at this reference temperature is as follows: with the tyre in its present condition: Signal transmission disrupted Calculate the difference between the specified value stated in the Rider's Manual and the reading Incorrect tyre pressures impair the motorcycle's handling characteristics. "--" or "-- --" appears on the display. 3 The motorcycle has not yet accelerated past the threshold of with the link between the RDC control unit and the sensors. Motorcycle is fitted with wheels not equipped with RDC sensors. 38 approximately 30 km/h. The RDC sensors do not start trans- Move to another location and observe the RDC readings. As- Fit wheels and tyres equipped with RDC sensors. mitting signals until the motor- sume that a permanent fault cycle reaches a speed above this has not occurred unless the One or two RDC sensors have threshold ( 80). 'General' warning light comes failed. Status indicators Increase speed above this on to accompany the symp- Have the fault rectified by a threshold observe the RDC toms. Under these circum- specialist workshop, preferably readings. Assume that a per- stances: an authorised BMW Motorrad manent fault has not occurred Have the fault rectified by a dealer. z unless the 'General' warning light comes on to accompany the symptoms. Under these circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Sensor defective or system error A system error has occurred. Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. General warning light shows Battery of tyre-pressure yellow. sensor weak Wireless communication with the RDC sensors has been disrupted. Warning-triangle symbol appears on the display. General warning light shows yellow. Possible causes include radiocommunication systems operating in the vicinity and interfering "--" or "-- --" appears on the display. Warning-triangle symbol appears on the display. RdC appears on the display. This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. The integral battery in the tyrepressure sensor has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity. There is no assurance of how long the tyre pressure monitoring system can remain operational. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The text warning dWA appears, accompanied by a warning-triangle symbol to indicate that this is a warning. Anti-theft alarm warnings (OE) General warning light shows yellow. This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. 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 motorcycle's battery is disconnected. 3 Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 39 z Status indicators 3 40 z Status indicators Operation 4 Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . 42 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 41 Electronic immobiliser (EWS) . . . . . . . . 43 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Operation On-board computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Electronic Suspension Adjustment Tyre pressure monitoring ESA OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 RDCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 z Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . 52 Grip heatingOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Automatic Stability Control ASC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 4 Ignition switch and steering lock 42 Keys You receive one master key and one spare key. Please consult the information on the electronic Operation immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 43). Ignition switch and steering lock, tank filler cap lock and seat lock z are all operated with the same key. with OA Case and with OA Topcase: If you wish you can arrange to have the cases and the topcase fitted with locks that can be opened with this key as well. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Switching on ignition Turn the key to position 1. Side light and all function circuits switched on. Engine can be started. Pre-ride check is performed. ( 67) with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: Turn the key to position 1. ABS self-diagnosis is performed in addition to the checks outlined above. ( 68) with OE Automatic Stability Control (ASC): Turn the key to position 1. ASC self-diagnosis is performed in addition to the checks outlined above. ( 69) Switching off ignition Turn the key to position 2. Lights switched off. Handlebars not locked. Key can be removed. Electrically powered accessories remain operational for a limited period of time. The battery can be recharged via the on-board socket. Turn the handlebars to the full individual keys, for example if a left or right lock position. particular key goes missing. The 4 Locking handlebars Turn the key to position 3, engine cannot be started with a while moving the handlebars key that has been barred. 43 slightly. Ignition, lights and all function In-key electronics circuits switched off. The motorcycle's electronics Operation Handlebars locked. Key can be removed. exchange certain continuously changing signals with the electronics in the key; these signals Electronic immobiliser are specific to your motorcycle (EWS) and they are transmitted via the ring aerial in the ignition lock. z If the motorcycle is on the side stand, the surface of the ground will determine whether it is better to turn the handlebars to the left or right. However, the motorcycle is more stable on a level surface with the handlebars turned to the left than with the handlebars turned to the right. On level ground, always turn the handlebars to the left to set the steering lock. Protection against theft The electronic immobiliser helps protect your BMW motorcycle from theft, and this enhanced security is at your disposal without any need for you to set parameters or activate additional systems. The engine of a motorcycle fitted with this electronic immobiliser can be started only with the keys that belong to the vehicle. You can also have your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer bar The ignition is not enabled for starting until the key has been recognised as "authorised" for your motorcycle. A spare key attached to the same ring as the ignition key used to start the engine could "irritate" the electronics, in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued. The EWS warning appears in the multifunction display. 4 Always keep the spare key separately from the ignition key. 44 Replacement and extra keys Set the clock only when the motorcycle is stationary. Switch on the ignition. Either press and hold down button 1 or wait without pressing any button. The clock is now set and the time appears on the display. You can obtain replacement/extra keys only through an authorised Odometer and Operation BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys tripmeters are part of an integrated security system, so the dealer is under an obligation to check the Selecting readings Switch on the ignition. z legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys. If you want to have a lost key barred, you have to bring with you all the other keys that belong to the motorcycle. A key that has been barred can subsequently be cleared and reactivated for use. Press and hold down button 1. Hours reading 2 flashes. Press button 1. The hours reading increments by one each time you press the button. Clock Setting clock Press and hold down button 1. Minutes reading 3 flashes. Press button 1. Press button 2. Attempting to set the clock while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. The minutes reading increments by one each time you press the button. Residual range without OE On-board computer: 4 45 Operation The display starts with the current value and each time the button is pressed it moves one step through the following sequence: Total distance covered Tripmeter 1 (Trip I) Tripmeter 2 (Trip II) Tyre pressures (OE) Warnings, if applicable Resetting tripmeter Switch on the ignition. Select the desired tripmeter. Press and hold down button 2. The tripmeter is reset to zero. The residual-range readout in- z dicates how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank. This reading is not displayed until fuel level has dropped to reserve. This distance is calculated on the basis of fuel level and average consumption. When you refuel, the increase in fuel level is not registered unless several litres are added to the fuel already in the tank. When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above re- 4 serve, as otherwise the sensor will not be able to register the new level. If the sensor cannot 46 register the new level neither the fuel-level reading nor the residual-range readout can be updated. Operation The calculated range is an approximate value. Con- sequently, BMW Motorrad re- commends that you should not z try to use the full residual range before refuelling. On-board computerOE Selecting readings Switch on the ignition. Average speed Average consumption Range Ambient temperature Press button 1. The display starts with the current value and each time the button is pressed it moves one step through the following sequence: Ambient temperature When the motorcycle is at a standstill the heat of the engine can falsify the ambient-temperature reading. If the effect of the engine's heat becomes excess- ive, -- temporarily appears on the display. If ambient temperature drops below 3 °C the temperature display flashes to draw your attention to the risk of black ice form- ing. The display automatically switches from any other mode to the temperature reading when the temperature drops below this threshold for the first time. Average speed Select average speed. Average consumption 4 47 Operation Average speed is calculated on the basis of the time elapsed since the last reset. Times during which the engine was stopped are excluded from the calculation. Resetting average speed Switch on the ignition. Average consumption is calcu- Press and hold down button 1. lated by dividing the distance Average speed is reset to zero. covered since the last reset by z the corresponding amount of fuel used. Resetting average consumption Switch on the ignition. Select average consumption. 4 Range more accurate figure for range is shown as soon as the fuel level can be measured exactly. 48 When the motorcycle is propped on its side stand the slight angle of inclination means that the sensor cannot register the fuel Operation level correctly. This is the reason why the range is calculated only Press and hold down button 1. when the motorcycle is on the z Average consumption is reset to zero. The description of the residualrange function ( 45) also cov- move. When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top ers the range readout. You can up the tank to a level above re- also view the range before the serve, as otherwise the sensor fuel level drops to reserve. A will not be able to register the special average-consumption fig- new level. If the sensor cannot ure is used to calculate range; register the new level neither the this figure is not necessarily the fuel-level reading nor the range same as the value you can call readout can be updated. up for viewing on the display. The system cannot tell exactly The calculated range is only how much fuel is on board when an approximate reading. the tank is completely full. Under Consequently, BMW Motorrad these circumstances the display recommends that you should not shows a minimum-range figure try to use the full range before accompanied by a > symbol. A refuelling. Tyre pressure monitoring RDCOE Lights Side light 4 Viewing tyre-pressure The side lights switch on auto- 49 readings matically when the ignition is Switch on the ignition. switched on. The side lights place Operation a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition The tyre-pressure readings alternate with the odometer read- on for longer than absolutely necessary. ing. The front tyre pressure is on the left; the reading on the Low-beam headlight z right is the rear tyre pressure. The low-beam headlight switches -- -- appears directly after the on automatically when you start ignition is switched on, because the engine. Repeatedly press button 2 un- the sensors do not transmit tyre When the engine is not til the tyre-pressure readings appear on the display. pressures until the motorcycle accelerates to 30 km/h. running you can switch on the lights by switching on the ig- Indicates a reading for tyre nition and either switching on the pressure. high-beam headlight or operating the headlight flasher. 4 High-beam headlight 50 Switching on parking lights Switch off the ignition. Turn indicators Switching on left flashing turn indicators Switch on the ignition. Operation The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after you have ridden for approximately 10 seconds, or covered a distance of about 200 m. Press the top section of full- z beam headlight switch 1. High-beam headlight switched on. Immediately after switching Move full-beam headlight off the ignition, press and hold switch 1 to the centre position. down button 1 for the left turn High-beam headlight switched indicators. off. Parking light switches on. Press the bottom section of full-beam headlight switch 1. The high-beam headlight is switched on until you release the button (headlight flasher). Switching off parking lights Switch the ignition on and then off again. Parking lights switched off. Press button 1 for the left turn indicators. Left-hand turn indicators switched on. Telltale light for left-hand turn indicators flashes. Switching on right flashing turn indicators Cancelling turn indicators 4 Switch on the ignition. 51 The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after you have ridden for approximately 10 seconds, or covered a distance of about 200 m. Operation Press cancel button 3. Flashing turn indicators switched off. Turn indicator telltale light is off. Press button 2 for the right turn indicators. Right-hand turn indicators switched on. Telltale light for right-hand turn indicator flashes. Hazard warning flashers Switching on hazard warning flashers Switch on the ignition. Simultaneously press button 1 for left turn indicators and but- ton 2 for right turn indicators. z The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. If you press a turn-indicator button with the ignition switched on, the turn-indicator function is activated instead of the hazard warning flashers, and remains active until you release the button. The hazard warning 4 flashers recommence flashing as soon as the button is released. Hazard warning flashers switched off. Operation 52 Hazard warning flashers in operation. Left/right turn indicator telltale lights flash. Switch off the ignition. The hazard warning flashers continue to operate. Left/right turn indicator telltale lights off. z Switching off hazard warning flashers Emergency off switch (kill switch) 1 Emergency off switch (kill switch) Press cancel button 1. Operating the kill switch when riding can cause the rear wheel to lock and thus cause a fall. Do not operate the kill switch when riding. The emergency off switch is a kill switch for switching off the engine quickly and easily. A Normal operating position (run) B Engine switched off. You cannot start the engine unless the kill switch is in the run position. Grip heatingOE 4 53 Operation 1 Grip-heating switch The handlebar grips have twostage heating. Grip heating can be activated only when the engine is running. The increase in power consumption caused by the grip heating can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, grip heating is switched off to ensure the battery's starting capability. 2 Heating off. 3 50 % heat output (one dot visible) 4 100 % heat output (three dots visible) Automatic Stability Control ASC OE Deactivating ASC function Switch on the ignition. You have the option of deactivating the ASC function while the motorcycle is on the move. Press and hold down ASC button 1. ASC warning light starts to z show. Release the ASC button within three seconds. ASC warning light remains ON. The ASC function is deactivated. 4 Activating ASC function 54 switching the ignition off and then on again. An ASC fault has occurred if the ASC warning light shows when the motorcycle accelerates to a speed in excess of 10 km/h after the ignition was switched off and then on again. Operation Clutch Turn adjusting screw 1 clock- Press and hold down ASC but- Adjusting clutch lever wise. z ton 1. If the position of the clutch The adjusting screw is ASC warning light goes out; fluid reservoir is changed, indexed and is easier to if self-diagnosis has not air can enter the clutch system. turn if you push the clutch lever completed the ASC warning light Do not twist the handlebar fitting forward. starts flashing. or the handlebars. Span between handlebar grip Release the ASC button within three seconds. The ASC warning light remains off or continues to flash. Attempting to adjust the clutch lever while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the clutch lever unless the motor- and clutch lever increases. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise. Span between handlebar grip and clutch lever decreases. The ASC function is activated. cycle is at a standstill. Instead of pressing the ASC button, you have the option of Brakes Adjusting handbrake lever Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars. Mirrors Adjusting mirrors 4 55 Operation Attempting to adjust the brake lever while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the brake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill. Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise. The adjusting screw is indexed and is easier to turn if you push the handbrake lever forward. Turn the mirror to the correct z position. Span between handlebar grip and handbrake lever increases. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise. Span between handlebar grip and handlebar lever decreases. 4 Adjusting mirror arm 56 Operation Push the protective cap up z over the threaded fastener on the mirror arm. Slacken nut 1 (left-hand thread). Turn the mirror arm to the ap- propriate position. Tighten the nut to the spe- cified tightening torque, while holding the mirror arm to en- sure that it does not move out of position. Mirror to clamping piece 22 Nm Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Spring preload Spring preload It is essential to set spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the motorcycle is lightly loaded. Your motorcycle's handling will suffer if you do not match the spring-preload and damping-characteristic settings. Adjust the damping characteristic to suit spring preload. Adjust spring preload by turning knob 1. Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel Remove the seat ( 61) Adjusting damping for rear wheel 4 Make sure the ground is level 57 and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Operation If you want to increase spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the HIGH Basic setting of spring preload, rear z arrow. Knob at "STD" mark at side If you want to reduce spring (Rider weighing 85 kg, mo- preload, turn knob 1 in the dir- torcycle fully fuelled) ection indicated by the LOW There is a risk of injury arrow. Damping by burns if you adjust the Setting damping characteristic while the silencer is hot. Damping must be adapted to suit Use a screwdriver extension and spring preload and the surface on wear protective gloves. which the motorcycle is ridden. An increase in spring preload requires firmer damping, a reduction in spring preload requires softer damping. Adjust the rear shock absorber, using the tool from the onboard toolkit to turn adjusting screw 1. 4 Basic setting of rear-suspension damping charac- load it carries and the surface over which you want to ride. 58 teristic Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go in the dir- ection indicated by the H Operation arrow and then turn it back one and a half turns in the If you want a harder damping direction indicated by the S characteristic, turn adjusting arrow. (Full load of fuel, with z screw 1 in the direction indic- ated by the H arrow. rider 85 kg) The damping characteristic is If you want a softer damping Electronic Suspension shown in panel 1 of the multi- characteristic, turn adjusting Adjustment ESA OE function display, and spring pre- screw 1 in the direction indicated by the S arrow. Settings load in panel 2. The odometer readings are not shown while the Electronic Suspension Adjust- ESA readout is active. ment ESA provides a convenient way of adapting the motorcycle Calling up settings to different conditions. Three Switch on the ignition. spring preload settings can be combined with three damping characteristics to fine-tune the motorcycle's suspension to the as the damping characteristic if you allow a certain length of 4 time to pass without pressing button 1. 59 Operation Adjusting spring preload Start the engine. You cannot adjust spring preload while the motor- Press button 1. Press button 1. cycle is on the move. The current setting is The current setting is displayed. displayed. z The reading remains visible for Press button 1 once at each a few seconds before disap- step. pearing automatically. The display field starts at the Adjusting suspension damping current status and cycles through the following sequence: COMF Comfortable damping Switch on the ignition. characteristic You can adjust the damping characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move. NORM Normal damping char- acteristic SPORT Sporty damping char- acteristic Press button 1. The current setting is displayed. The setting shown on the display is automatically accepted Press and hold down button 1 until the reading changes. 4 The display field starts at the current status and cycles through Incorrect tyre pressures impair the motorcycle's hand- Tyre pressure, rear 60 the following sequence: One-up One-up with luggage Two-up (with luggage) ling characteristics and increase the rate of tyre wear. Always check that the tyre pressures are correct. At high road speeds, tyre valves have a tendency to open as a result of centrifugal 2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold) 2.9 bar (two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold) If tyre pressure is too low: Correct tyre pressure. Operation force. Headlight The setting shown on the dis- Fit metal valve caps with rubber z play is automatically accepted seals and screw them on firmly Adjusting headlight for as the spring preload if you al- to prevent sudden deflation. driving on left/driving on low a certain length of time to pass without pressing button 1. The reading flashes while adjustment is in progress. Check tyre pressures against the data below. Tyre pressure, front right If the motorcycle is ridden in a country where the opposite rule of the road applies, its asymmet- Tyres Checking tyre pressures Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. 2.2 bar (one-up, tyre cold) 2.5 bar (two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold) ric low-beam headlight will tend to dazzle oncoming traffic. Have the headlight set accordingly by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Commercially available ad- Seat hesive tape will damage the plastic lens of the light. Removing seat 4 Consult a specialist workshop, Make sure the ground is level 61 preferably an authorised BMW and firm and place the motor- Motorrad dealer, in order to avoid cycle on its stand. damaging the plastic lens of the light. Operation Headlight beam throw and spring preload Headlight beam throw is kept constant when spring preload is adjusted to suit load. Lift seat 2 up to remove. Installing seat z Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer, if you are unsure whether the headlight basic setting is correct. Turn the key 1 clockwise in the seat lock. Engage seat 2 at the rear in such a way that rests 3 are seated on the rear trim panels. 4 Check that the seat is secure. 62 Operation Engage the seat at the front. Make sure that both sides of z the seat are engaged in re- cesses 4 of the body panels. If too much pressure is applied in the forward direction, there is a danger that the motorcycle will be pushed off its stand. Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported. Firmly press down on the seat at the rear. The seat engages with an audible click. Riding 5 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 63 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Riding Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 z Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 5 Safety instructions Rider's equipment Settings of the spring-strut and Do not ride your motorcycle after shock-absorber system consuming alcohol, drugs and/or Imbalanced load medication. 64 Do not ride without the correct Loose clothing clothing. Always wear: Insufficient tyre pressure Risk of poisoning Helmet Poor tyre tread Exhaust fumes contain carbon Motorcycling jacket and Etc. monoxide, which is colourless Riding trousers and odourless but highly toxic. z Gloves Boots This applies even to short jour- Correct loading Overloading and imbalanced loads can adversely Inhaling the exhaust fumes therefore represents a health hazard and can even neys, and to every season of the affect the motorcycle's handling. cause loss of consciousness with year. Your authorised BMW Mo- Do not exceed the permissible fatal consequences. torrad dealer will be glad to ad- gross weight and be sure to Do not inhale exhaust fumes. vise you on the correct clothing comply with the instructions on Do not run the engine in an en- for every purpose. loading. closed space. Speed If you ride at high speed, always bear in mind that various boundary conditions can adversely affect the handling of your motorcycle: Alcohol and drugs Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs will adversely affect your perception and your ability to assess situations and make decisions, and slow down your reflexes. Medication can exacerbate these effects. High voltage Touching live parts of the ignition system with the engine running can cause electric shock. Do not touch parts of the ignition system when the engine is running. Catalytic converter If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic converter, there is a danger of overheating and damage. Risk of overheating if allowed to come into contact with the hot exhaust pipe. 5 Do not permit flammable materials to come into contact with the 65 hot exhaust system. For this reason, observe the fol- Cooling would be lowing points: inadequate if the engine Riding Do not run the fuel tank dry. were allowed to idle for a lengthy Do not attempt to start or run period with the motorcycle at the engine with a spark-plug cap disconnected. Riding without the slip- a standstill: overheating would result. In extreme cases, the z Stop the engine immediately if stream deflectors installed motorcycle could catch fire. it misfires. can cause the engine to over- Do not allow the engine to idle Use only unleaded fuel. heat. unnecessarily. Ride away imme- Comply with all specified main- Do not ride the motorcycle un- diately after starting the engine. tenance intervals. Unburned fuel will destroy less the slipstream deflectors are installed. Tampering with the engine control unit the catalytic converter. Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter. Risk of fire Temperatures at the exhaust are high. Tampering with the engine control unit can damage the motorcycle and cause acci- Flammable materials (e.g. hay, leaves, grass, clothing and luggage, etc.) could ignite dents. Do not tamper with the engine control unit. 5 Tampering with the engine control unit can result in Cases correctly installed and luggage secured ignition, as otherwise the engine will refuse to start. mechanical loads that the mo66 torcycle's components are not At regular intervals: Starting engine. designed to withstand. Damage Engine oil level (every refuelling caused in this way is not covered stop) by the warranty. Brake-pad wear (every third Do not tamper with the engine refuelling stop) Riding control unit. Starting z Checklist Side stand Use the following checklist to check important functions, settings and wear limits before you ride off. Brakes Brake-fluid levels, front and rear Clutch Clutch fluid level Shock absorber setting and spring preload Tyre-tread depth and tyre pressures 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. Gearbox You can start the engine when the gearbox is in neutral or if you pull the clutch with a gear engaged. Do not pull the clutch until after you have switched on the Kill switch in run position A. Switch on the ignition. Pre-ride check is performed. ( 67) with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: Switch on the ignition. Pre-ride check is performed. ( 67) ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ( 68) with OE Automatic Stability Control (ASC): 0 °C, disengage the clutch after Phase 1 switching on the ignition. The rev. counter and speedo- 5 Switch on the ignition. Pre-ride check is performed. ( 67) ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ( 68) The start attempt is automatically interrupted if bat- meter needles both swing to the limit values on their scales. 67 tery voltage is too low. Recharge At the same time, the following the battery before you start the warning lights and telltale lights engine, or use jump leads and a are switched on in succession: Riding ASC self-diagnosis is per- donor battery to start. Telltale light for high-beam formed. ( 69) The engine starts. Consult the troubleshooting chart below if the engine refuses to start. ( 130) headlight and telltale light for left turn indicators General warning light, yellow z Warning light for fuel down to reserve and neutral telltale light Pre-ride check The instrument cluster runs a test of the instruments and the telltale and warning lights when the ignition is switched on: this Warning light for oil pressure and warning light for battery charge current Telltale light for right turn indicators Press starter button 1. If ambient temperatures are very low, you might find it necessary to open the throttle slightly when starting the engine. is the Pre-Ride-Check The test is aborted if you start the engine before it completes. with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: The ABS warning light is switched on with the telltale light for the left turn indicators. At ambient temperatures below 5 with OE Automatic Stability Control (ASC): and telltale lights come on in the pre-ride check. Possible national variant of the ABS warning light. 68 The ASC warning light is switched on with the 'General' warning light showing yellow. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably Phase 2 General warning light changes from yellow to red. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. ABS self-diagnosisOE Phase 2 Test of the wheel sensors as the motorcycle pulls away from rest. ABS warning light flashes. Riding z Phase 3 The rev. counter and speedo- BMW Motorrad Integral ABS performs self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis is Possible national variant of the ABS warning light. meter needles both swing back to rest. At the same time, all the warning lights and telltale lights switched on in the initial phase are switched off in reverse sequence. If a needle did not move or if a warning light or telltale light did not show as specified above: Some malfunctions cannot be indicated if one of the warning lights fails to show. Make sure that all the warning performed automatically when you switch on the ignition. The motorcycle has to move forward at a speed above 5 km/h for the wheel sensors to be tested. Phase 1 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components with the motorcycle at a standstill. ABS warning light flashes. ABS self-diagnosis completed The ABS warning light goes out. If an indicator showing an ABS fault appears when ABS self-diagnosis completes: You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that neither the ABS function nor the integral braking function is available. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad ASC warning light slowflashes. Try to do most of your riding during this initial period on 5 dealer. ASC self-diagnosisOE ASC self-diagnosis completed twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoiding high-speed main roads and 69 highways if possible. Riding BMW Motorrad ASC performs self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis is performed automatically when you switch on the ignition. The engine must be running and the motorcycle must reach a speed of at least 5 km/h in order for ASC self-diagnosis to complete. Phase 1 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components with the motorcycle at a standstill. The ASC warning light goes Exceeding the specified en- out. gine speeds while running If an indicator showing an ASC in will lead to increased engine fault appears when ASC self- wear. diagnosis completes: Keep to the specified engine You can continue to ride. Bear speeds for running in. z in mind that the ASC function is not available. Have the fault rectified as Do not exceed the rpm limits recommended for running in. quickly as possible by a Running-in speed specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. <4000 min-1 ASC warning light slowflashes. Running in No full-load acceleration. Avoid low engine speeds at full Phase 2 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components while the motorcycle is on the move. The first 1000 km While running in the motorcycle, vary the throttle opening and engine-speed range frequently. load. Do not omit the first inspection after 500 - 1200 km. 5 Brake pads New brake pads must "bed is a risk of accidents at extreme ations" that are trained so fre- angles of heel. quently braking force is applied 70 down" and therefore do not achieve their optimum friction Avoid extreme angles of heel. as rapidly as possible and with the rider's full force exerted on levels during the first 500 Brakes the brake levers; under these cir- Riding km. You can compensate for this initial reduction in braking efficiency by exerting greater pressure on the levers. How can stopping distance be minimised? Each time the brakes are applied, a load distribution shift takes cumstances the dynamic shift in load distribution cannot keep pace with the increase in deceleration and the tyres cannot transmit the full braking force to z New brake pads can ex- place with the load shifting for- the surface of the road. ABS has tend stopping distance by a ward from the rear to the front to intervene to keep the front significant margin. wheel. The sharper the motor- wheel from locking; this increases Apply the brakes in good time. cycle decelerates, the more load stopping distance. Tyres is shifted to the front wheel. The higher the wheel load, the more Descending mountain New tyres have a smooth sur- braking force can be transmitted passes face. This must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in. This running in procedure is essential if the tyres are to achieve maximum grip. Tyres do not have their full grip when new and there without the wheel locking. To optimise stopping distance, apply the front brakes rapidly and keep on increasing the force you 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 There is a danger of the brakes fading if you use only the rear brakes when descending mountain passes. Under extreme conditions, the brakes could overheat and suffer severe damage. Use both front and rear brakes, time. In the "panic braking situ- and make use of the engine's braking effect as well. 5 Oil or grease on brakes pads more frequently and replace Oil and grease on the brake the brake pads in good time. Wet brakes After the motorcycle has been washed, ridden through water or ridden in the rain, the brake discs and pads might be wet and the discs and pads considerably diminish braking efficiency. Parking your 71 Especially after repair and main- motorcycle tenance work, make sure that the Placing motorcycle on brake discs and brake pads are free of oil and grease. side stand If the ground is soft or un- Riding brakes might not take effect immediately. Apply the brakes in good time until the brakes have dried out. Salt on brakes Dirt or mud on brakes When riding on loose surfaces or muddy roads, the brakes may fail to take effect immediately because of dirt or moisture on the discs or brake even, there is no guarantee that the motorcycle will rest firmly on the stand. Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm. z The brakes may fail to take pads. Switch off the engine. effect immediately if the motorcycle was ridden on salt- Apply the brakes in good time until the brakes have been Pull the handbrake lever. Hold the motorcycle upright covered roads and the brakes were not applied for some time. Apply the brakes in good time until the salt layer on the brake discs and brake pads has been removed. cleaned. The brake pads will wear more rapidly if you ride frequently on unsurfaced tracks or poor roads. Check the thickness of the brake and balanced. Use your left foot to extend the side stand fully. The side stand is designed to support only the weight of the motorcycle. Do not lean or sit on the 5 motorcycle with the side stand extended. On a gradient, the motorcycle should always face Placing motorcycle on centre standOA 72 Slowly lean the motorcycle to uphill; select 1st gear. the side until its weight is taken Lock the steering lock. If the ground is soft or uneven, there is no guaran- by the stand and dismount to the left. If the motorcycle is on the side stand, the surface of Removing motorcycle from side stand Unlock the steering lock. tee that the motorcycle will rest firmly on the stand. Always check that the ground under the stand is level and Riding the ground will determine wheth- From the left, grip the handle- firm. z er it is better to turn the handle- bars with both hands. Switch off the engine. bars to the left or right. However, Pull the handbrake lever. Dismount and keep your left the motorcycle is more stable on Swing your right leg over the hand on the left handlebar grip. a level surface with the handlebars turned to the left than with seat and lift the motorcycle to the upright position. With your right hand, grip the rear grab handle or the rear the handlebars turned to the Hold the motorcycle upright frame. right. and balanced. Place your right foot on the pin On level ground, always turn the An extended side stand can of the centre stand, and press handlebars to the left to set the catch on the ground when the stand down until its curved steering lock. the motorcycle is moving and feet touch the ground. Turn the handlebars to full left lead to a fall. Place your full body weight on or right lock. Retract the side stand before the centre stand and at the Check that the motorcycle is moving the motorcycle. same time pull the motorcycle standing firmly. Sit on the motorcycle and use to the rear. your left foot to retract the side stand. Excessive movements could cause the centre stand to retract, and the motorcycle would topple in consequence. Do not lean or sit on the motorcycle with the centre stand extended. Refuelling Fuel is highly flammable. A naked flame close to the Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. 5 73 fuel tank can cause a fire or ex- plosion. Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank. Riding Check that the motorcycle is standing firmly. Lock the steering lock. Fuel expands when hot. Fuel escaping from an overfilled tank could make its way onto the rear tyre. This could z Removing motorcycle from centre standOA Unlock the steering lock. Place your left hand on the left handlebar grip. With your right hand, grip the rear grab handle or the rear frame. cause a fall. Do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck. Fuel attacks plastics, which become dull or unsightly. Wipe off plastic parts immediately if they come into contact with fuel. Open the protective cap. Open the fuel tank cap with the ignition key by turning it counter-clockwise. Push the motorcycle forward Leaded fuel will destroy the off the centre stand. catalytic converter. Check that the centre stand has fully retracted. Use only unleaded fuel. 5 Usable fuel capacity 74 18 l Reserve fuel Riding 3l z Refuel with fuel of the grade stated below; do not fill the Press the fuel tank cap down firmly to close. tank past the bottom edge of Remove the key and close the the filler neck. protective cap. Recommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON (Premium plus unleaded) 95 ROZ/RON (Premium unleaded (fuel grade, usable with power- and consumption-related restrictions)) Engineering details 6 Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABSOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 75 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Tyre pressure monitoring RDCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Engineering details z 6 Brake system with How does ABS work? What are the effects of BMW Motorrad Integral The amount of braking force that surface irregularities? 76 ABS OE Partially integral brakes can be transferred to the road depends on factors hat include the coefficient of friction of the Humps and surface irregularities can cause the wheels to lose contact temporarily with the Your motorcycle is equipped with road surface. Loose stones, ice road surface; if this happens the partially integral brakes. Both and snow or a wet road all have braking force that can be trans- Engineering details front and rear brakes are applied much lower coefficients of fric- mitted to the road can drop to when you pull the handbrake tion than a clean, dry asphalt sur- zero. If the brakes are applied lever. The footbrake lever acts face. The lower the coefficient under these circumstances the only on the rear brake. of friction, the longer the braking ABS has to reduce braking force While the brakes are slowing the distance. to ensure that directional sta- motorcycle, the BMW Motorrad If the rider increases braking bility is maintained when the Integral ABS adapts braking-force pressure to the extent that brak- wheels regain contact with the distribution between front and ing force exceeds the maxim- road surface. At this instant the rear brakes to suit the load on um transferrable limit, the wheels BMW Motorrad Integral ABS z the motorcycle. start to lock and the motorcycle must assume an extremely low The integral braking func- loses its directional stability; a fall coefficient of friction, so that the tion makes it very difficult is imminent. Before this situation wheels will continue to rotate un- to spin the rear wheel by opening can occur, ABS intervenes and der all imaginable circumstances, the throttle with the front brake adapts braking pressure to the because this is the precondition applied to keep the motorcycle maximum transferrable braking for ensuring directional stability. stationary (burn-out). Attempted force, so the wheels continue As soon as is registers the ac- burn-outs can result in damage to turn and directional stability tual circumstances, the system to the rear brake and the clutch. is maintained irrespective of the reacts instantly and adjusts brak- Do not attempt burn-outs. condition of the road surface. ing force accordingly to achieve optimum braking. Rear wheel lift Even under severe braking, a What is the design baseline for BMW 6 What feedback does the rider receive from the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS? high level of tyre grip can mean that the front wheel does not Motorrad Integral ABS? Within the limits imposed by 77 lock up until very late, if at all. physics, the BMW Motorrad In- Consequently, ABS does not in- tegral ABS ensures directional tervene until very late, if at all. stability on any surface. The sys- If the ABS system has to reduce Under these circumstances the tem is not optimised for special braking force on account of the rear wheel can lift off the ground, requirements that apply under circumstances described above, and the outcome can be a high- extreme competitive situations vibration is perceptible through siding situation in which the mo- off-road or on the track. the handbrake lever. torcycle can flip over. Engineering details When the handbrake lever is pulled, brake pressure is also built up at the rear wheel by Severe braking can cause the rear wheel to lift off the ground. Special situations The speeds of the front and rear wheels are compared as one the integral function. If the When you brake, bear in mind means of detecting a wheel's brake pedal is depressed after that ABS control cannot be relied incipient tendency to lock. If the z the handbrake lever is pulled, on in all circumstances to prevent system registers implausible val- the brake pressure built up the rear wheel from lifting clear of ues for a lengthy period the ABS beforehand is perceptible as the ground. function is deactivated for safety counter-pressure sooner than is reasons and an ABS fault mes- the case when the brake pedal is sage is issued. Self-diagnos- depressed either before or at the is has to complete before fault same time as the brake lever is messages can be issued. pulled. In addition to problems with the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, 6 exceptional riding conditions can What significance lead to a fault message being devolves on regular momentum take over and even BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is issued. 78 Exceptional riding maintenance? unable to counteract their effects. conditions: Invariably, a technical sys- Electronic engine Engineering details Heating up with the motorcycle on the centre stand or an auxiliary stand, engine idling or with a gear engaged. Rear wheel locked by the engine brake for a lengthy period, for example while descending off-road. tem cannot perform beyond the abilities dictated by its level of maintenance. In order to ensure that the BMW Motorrad ABS is always maintained in optimum condition, it is essential for you to comply strictly with the specified inspection intervals. management with BMW Motorrad ASCOE How does ASC work? The BMW Motorrad ASC compares the speed of rotation of the front wheel and the rear wheel. The differential is used to compute slip as a measure of the If a fault message is issued on account of exceptional riding Reserves for safety reserves of stability available at the rear wheel. If slip exceeds a z conditions as outlined above, you The potentially shorter braking certain limit the electronic engine can reactivate the ABS function distances which BMW Motorrad management system intervenes, by switching the ignition off and Integral ABS permits must not be adapting engine torque accord- on again. used as an excuse for careless ingly. riding. ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a safety margin in genuine emergencies. Take care when cornering. When you apply the brakes on a corner, the motorcycle's weight and What is the design baseline for BMW conditions and adopting his or her style of riding accordingly. is has to complete before fault messages can be issued. 6 Engineering details Motorrad ASC? BMW Motorrad ASC is designed as an assistant system for the rider and for use on public roads. The extent to which the rider af- Do not take risks that would negate the additional safety offered by this system. Special situations The BMW Motorrad ASC can shut down automatically under the exceptional riding conditions outlined below. Exceptional riding 79 fects ASC control can be consid- In accordance with the laws of conditions: erable (weight shifts when cor- physics, the ability to accelerate Riding for a lengthy period with nering, items of luggage loose is restricted more and more as the front wheel lifted off the on the motorcycle), especially the angle of heel increases. Con- ground (wheelie) and ASC de- when style of riding takes rider sequently, there can be a per- activated. and machine close to the limits ceptible lag in acceleration out of Rear wheel rotating with the imposed by physics. The system very tight bends. motorcycle held stationary by is not optimised for special requirements that apply under extreme competitive situations offroad or on the track. You have the option of deactivating the BMW Motorrad ASC system for these circumstances. The speeds of the front and rear wheels are compared as one means of detecting the rear wheel's incipient tendency to spin or slip sideways. If the system registers implausible values for a lengthy period the ASC applying the front brake (burnout). Heating up with the motorcycle z on the centre stand or an auxiliary stand, engine idling or with a gear engaged. Accelerating the motorcycle to Even ASC is constrained by function is deactivated for safety a speed in excess of 10 km/h the laws of physics. Invari- reasons and an ASC fault mes- after switching the ignition off ably, the rider bears responsibil- sage is issued. Self-diagnos- and then on again reactivates the ity for assessing road and traffic ASC. 6 If the front wheel lifts clear of the Tyre pressure ground under severe accelera- monitoring RDC OE tion, the ASC reduces engine 80 torque until the front wheel re- Function the motorcycle. An error message is issued if wheels without sensors are fitted to a motorcycle equipped with an RDC control gains contact with the ground. A sensor integrated into each unit. Under these circumstances, BMW Motorrad recommends rolling the throttle slightly closed tyre measures the air temperature and the air pressure inside the tyre and transmits this in- Temperature compensation Engineering details so as to restore stability with the formation to the control unit. The tyre-pressure readings least possible delay. Each sensor has a centrifugal- shown by the multifunction force tripswitch that does not display are temperature- When riding on a slippery sur- enable transmission of the meas- compensated; the reference tyre face, never snap the throttle ured values until the motorcycle temperature for these readings twistgrip fully closed without has accelerated to about 30 km/ is always 20 °C. The air lines pulling the clutch at the same h. The display shows -- for available to the public in petrol time. Engine braking torque can each tyre until the tyre-pressure stations and motorway service z cause the rear wheel to lock, with signal is received for the first a corresponding loss of stability. time. The sensors continue to areas almost invariably show temperature-dependent tyre The BWM Motorrad ASC is un- transmit the measured-value sig- pressures, so in most instances able to control a situation of this nals for approximately 15 minutes these gauge readings will not nature. after the motorcycle comes to a tally with the readings shown by stop. the multifunction display. The control unit can adminis- trate four sensors, so two dif- ferent sets of wheels with RDC sensors can be alternated on Tyre-pressure ranges The RDC control unit differenti- 6 ates between three air-pressure ranges, all of which are paramet- 81 erised for the motorcycle: Air pressure within permitted tolerance. Air pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance. Air pressure outside permitted tolerance. Engineering details z 6 82 z Engineering details Accessories 7 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 83 Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Case OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 TopcaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Accessories z 7 84 General instructions BMW Motorrad recommends the use of parts and accessories for your motorcycle that are approved by BMW for this purpose. without constituting a safety hazard. Country-specific official authorisation does not suffice as assurance. Tests conducted by these instances cannot make provision for all operating con- Power socket Ratings Genuine BMW parts and ac- ditions experienced by BMW mo- Accessories cessories and other products which BMW has approved can torcycles and, consequently, they are not sufficient in some circum- be obtained from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer, together with expert advice on their installation and use. stances. Use only parts and accessories approved by BMW for your motorcycle. z These parts and products have been tested by BMW for safety, Whenever you are planning The supply to socket 1 is cut off automatically if battery voltage function and suitability. BMW modifications, comply with all accepts product liability for them. the legal requirements. Make is low or the load exceeds the maximum rating. Conversely, BMW is unable to accept any liability whatsoever for parts and accessories which it sure that the motorcycle does not infringe national road-vehicle construction and use regulations. Operating electrical accessories has not approved. You can start using electrical ac- cessories only when the ignition BMW Motorrad cannot is switched on. The accessory assess each non-BMW remains operational if the ignition product to determine wheth- is subsequently switched off. In er it can be used on or in con- order to ensure that the drain on nection with BMW motorcycles the on-board power supply sys- tem is minimised, the supply to the power socket is cut off approximately 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off, and it is also temporarily interrupted during the start procedure. Cable routing The cables from the power socket to the auxiliary device must be routed in such a way that they: do not impede the rider do not restrict or obstruct the steering angle and handling characteristics cannot be trapped Incorrectly routed cables can impede the rider. Route the cables as described above. Luggage Correct loading Overloading and imbalanced loads can adversely affect the motorcycle's handling. Do not exceed the permissible gross weight and be sure to comply with the instructions on loading. Set spring preload, damping characteristic and tyre pressures to suit 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 payload of the cases and the speed limit for riding with cases on the motorcycle. Payload of cases 7 85 with OA Case: 10 kg Accessories Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle with OA Case: 180 km/h Note the maximum permiss- z ible payload of the topcase and the speed limit for riding with a topcase on the motorcycle. Payload of topcase with OA Topcase: 5 kg 7 Maximum permissible speed for riding with top- Case OA Opening cases 86 case fitted to the motorcycle with OA Topcase: 180 km/h Note the maximum permissible payload of the tank rucksack. Payload of tank rucksack Lever 2 pops up. Pull the release lever all the way up. Open the lid. Closing cases Accessories with OA Tank rucksack: z 5 kg Turn the key to the OPEN position in the case lock. Note the maximum permissible The case is unlocked. payload of the luggage carrier. Pull release lever 2 all the way Payload of luggage carrier to the back. Close the lid of the case and press it down. Check that with OA Case carrier with luggage rack: nothing is trapped between the lid and the case. 5 kg Press lock barrel 1. Removing cases The case is released and can be removed. 7 Installing case 87 Pull the handle up as far as it will go. Accessories Push release lever 2 down. The release lever engages. Turn the key to the RELEASE Turn the key to the LOCK pos- position in the case lock. ition in the case lock. The handle pops out. z The case is closed. Seat the case in holders 4. Pull handle 3 out and then pull it up as far as it will go. 7 88 Topcase OA Opening topcase Lever 2 pops up. Pull the release lever up. The lid of the topcase opens. Closing topcase Accessories Push handle 3 down until it engages. The case is correctly engaged z on its holders. Turn the key to the LOCK pos- Turn the key to the OPEN position in the topcase lock. ition in the case lock. The topcase is unlocked. Pull release lever 2 up. The case is closed. Close the lid of the topcase Check that the case is secure. and press it down. Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case. Press lock barrel 1. 7 89 Accessories Push release lever 2 down. The release lever engages. Turn the key to the LOCK position in the topcase lock. The topcase is locked. Removing topcase Turn the key to the RELEASE position in the topcase lock. The handle pops out. Pull handle 3 up as far as it will go. Lift the topcase at the rear and pull it off the luggage carrier. Installing topcase Pull the topcase handle up as far as it will go. Hook the topcase into pos- ition on the luggage carrier. Make sure that front and rear hooks 4 are securely seated in corresponding keepers 5. z 7 90 Accessories Push handle 3 down until it engages. The topcase is correctly en- z gaged on its carrier. Turn the key to the LOCK pos- ition in the topcase lock. The topcase is locked. Check that the topcase is se- cure. Maintenance 8 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 91 Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Brake system, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Maintenance Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 z Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 8 General instructions The Maintenance chapter de- Toolkit Removing toolkit 92 scribes straightforward procedures for checking and replacing certain wear parts. Special tightening torques are listed as applicable. The tightening Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Remove the seat ( 61) Maintenance torques for the threaded fasten- ers on your motorcycle are listed in the section entitled "Technical data". You will find information on more z extensive maintenance and repair work in the Repair Manual on DVD/CD-ROM (RepROM) for your motorcycle, which is avail- able from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Remove rubber strap 1 and remove the tools wallet. Some of the work calls for special tools and a thorough knowledge of motorcycles. If you are in doubt consult a specialist workshop, preferably your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Standard on-board toolkit 1 Screwdriver, reversible blade, with two blades Replacing low-beam headlight bulb Replacing high-beam headlight bulb Replacing parking-light bulb Replacing rear-light/brake-light bulb 2 Extension for screwdriver with plain tip: adjusting compression-stage characteristic 3 Open-ended spanner, w/ f 17 4 Electric torch LED bulb 8 Adjust the mirror arm 5 Socket 93 4 Tool for oil cap 3x open-ended spanner, for Opening and closing cap of oil example for connecting and filler neck disconnecting leads to battery Maintenance 5 Torx wrench, T40 terminals Removing and installing headlight 1 Extending tool holder 6 Adapter Adapter for 1/4" bits Adapters to accommodate all 9x12 mm and 3/8" swivel ad- On-board toolkit service tools apters kit Your authorised BMW Motor- Removing and installing spark plugs Engine oil z rad dealer can provide the onboard toolkit service kit that you will need if you are considering undertaking more extensive work. You will find information on undertaking work of this nature in the Repair Manual on the DVD/ CD-ROM also obtainable from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 2 1/4" bits 5x Torx, for example for removing and installing rear wheel 2x cross-head bits 1x plain screwdriver bit 3 3/8" adapter for sockethead screws, w/f 22 Removing and installing front axle Checking engine oil level The engine can seize if the oil level is low, and this can lead to accidents. Always make sure that the oil level is correct. The oil level varies with the temperature of the oil. The higher the temperature, the higher the level of oil in the sump. 8 Checking the oil level with the engine cold or after no more than a short ride will lead to misinter94 pretation; this in turn, means that the engine will be operated with the incorrect quantity of oil. In order to ensure that the engine oil level is read correctly, check the oil level only after a lengthy trip. Maintenance Check that the engine is at op- erating temperature, make sure that the ground is level and z firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Wait five minutes after switch- ing off the engine at operating temperature. Hold the motorcycle upright. with OA Centre stand: Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand. Check the oil level in oil-level indicator 1. Engine oil level Between MIN and MAX marks Engine oil level max 0.5 l (Difference between MIN and MAX) If the oil level is below the MIN mark: Top up the engine oil ( 94) 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 engine oil Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.5 l (Difference between MIN and MAX) Check the engine oil level ( 93) Incorrect working practices endanger the reliability of 8 the brakes. Have all work on the brake sys- 95 tem performed by a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Maintenance Wipe the area around the filler neck clean. Use the tool from the toolkit to install the cap of the engine-oil filler neck. Checking operation of brakes Pull the handbrake lever. Use the tool from the toolkit to Brake system, general The pressure point must be remove cap 1 from the engineoil filler neck. Dependability of the brake clearly perceptible. Press the footbrake lever. z Damage to the engine can result if it is operated without enough oil, but the same also applies if the oil level is too system A fully functional brake system is a basic requirement for the road safety of your motorcycle. The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If pressure points are not clearly perceptible: high. Do not ride the motorcycle if you Have the brakes checked by a Always make sure that the oil level is correct. have any doubts about the dependability of the brake system. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Under these circumstances have dealer. Top up the engine oil to the the brake system checked by a specified level. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Maintenance 8 Brake pads Checking front brake pad 96 thickness Brake pads worn past the minimum permissible brake-pad thickness can cause a reduction in braking efficiency and under certain circumstances they can cause damage to the brake system. In order to ensure the dependability of the brake system, do not z permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible brake-pad thickness. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Visually inspect the left and right brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: Between wheel and fork tube toward the brake caliper. Brake-pad wear limit, front min 1 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate) The wear indicators (grooves) must be clearly visible. If the wear indicating marks are no longer clearly visible: Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking rear brake pad thickness Brake pads worn past the minimum permissible brake-pad thickness can cause a reduction in braking efficiency and under certain circumstances they can cause damage to the brake system. In order to ensure the dependability of the brake system, do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible brake-pad thickness. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. 8 97 Maintenance Visually inspect the brake pads of the rear brake caliper from the left to ascertain their thickness. Brake-pad wear limit, rear 1 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate) z Make sure that the brake disc is not visible through the bore in the inboard brake block. If the brake pad is too thin: Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 8 Brake-pad wear Brake fluid The rear brake has a mechanical Checking brake-fluid 98 brake-pad wear indicator. level, front brakes A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Maintenance This significantly reduces braking efficiency. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals. Check the brake fluid level in front reservoir 1. Make sure the ground is level Wear of the brake pads z Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2 and firm and hold the motorcycle upright. causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink. is between the brake pads. with OA Centre stand: How to interpret the marks: Make sure the ground is level Three rings visible: brake-pad and firm and place the motor- thickness is at least 75 % cycle on its centre stand. Two rings visible: brake-pad thickness is at least 50 % One ring visible: brake-pad thickness is at least 25 % No rings visible: brake pads worn to wear limit; check as described above Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes 8 Remove the seat ( 61) 99 A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. This significantly reduces braking efficiency. Maintenance Check the brake-fluid level at Brake fluid level, front regular intervals. Check the brake fluid level in reservoir 1. Make sure the ground is level DOT4 brake fluid Do not permit the brake fluid and firm and hold the motorcycle upright. with OA Centre stand: Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level z in the reservoir to sink. level to drop below the MIN Make sure the ground is level mark. and firm and place the motor- If the brake fluid level drops be- cycle on its centre stand. low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 8 100 Maintenance Brake fluid level, rear z DOT4 brake fluid Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark. 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 dealer. Install the seat ( 61) Clutch Checking clutch operation Pull the clutch lever. The pressure point must be clearly perceptible. If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible: Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking clutch fluid level Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motorcycle upright. with OA Centre stand: Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand. Check the clutch fluid level in reservoir 1. Wear of the clutch causes the fluid level in the clutch fluid reservoir to rise. The clutch system is filled with a special hydraulic fluid that does not have to be changed. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. down to the level of the marks. The locations of the marks are 8 Tyres indicated on the edge of the tyre, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or by 101 Measuring tread depth of an arrow. tyres If the tyre tread no longer com- Maintenance Your motorcycle's handling and grip can be impaired even before the tyres wear to plies with the minimum legally required tread depth: Replace tyre. Clutch fluid level the minimum tyre tread depth permitted by law. Rims Have the tyres changed in good Visual inspection Do not permit the clutch fluid level to drop. time before they wear to the minimum permissible tread Make sure the ground is level z and firm and place the motor- If the fluid level drops: Unsuitable hydraulic fluids could cause damage to the clutch system. Do not attempt to top up the system with fluids of any kind. Have the defect rectified as depth. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Measure the tyre tread depth in the main tread grooves with wear marks. Tyres have wear indicators cycle on its stand. Visually inspect the rims for defects. Have damaged rims checked and, if necessary, replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. quickly as possible by a spe- integrated into the main cialist workshop, preferably tread grooves. The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn 8 Wheels Recommended tyres 102 For each size of tyre BMW Mo- torrad tests and classifies as roadworthy certain makes. BMW Motorrad cannot assess the suit- ability or provide any guarantee Maintenance of road safety for other tyres. BMW Motorrad recommends using only tyres tested by BMW Motorrad. You can obtain detailed informa- z tion from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Inter- net at www.bmw-motorrad.com. RDC label OE Incorrect tyre-removal procedures can result in damage to the RDC sensors. Be sure to notify the authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or specialist workshop that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor. If the motorcycle is equipped with RDC, each wheel rim bears an adhesive label indicating the position of the RDC sensor. When changing the tyre, take care not to damage the RDC sensor. Be sure to draw the attention of the authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or specialist workshop to the fact that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor. Removing front wheel Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. Fit the rear-wheel stand ( 110) with OA Centre stand: Place the motorcycle on its centre stand. with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: 8 103 Maintenance Once the calipers have been removed, there is a risk of the brake pads being pressed together to the extent that they cannot be slipped back over the brake disc on reassembly. Do not operate the handbrake lever when the brake calipers have been removed. Remove securing screws 1 of the brake calipers on left and right. Force the brake pads slightly apart by rocking brake calipers 2 back and forth A against brake discs 3. Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched in the process of removing the brake calipers. Carefully pull the brake calipers back and out until clear of the brake discs. Unclip the ABS cable from holders 9. When removing the left brake z caliper, take care not to dam- age the ABS sensor cable. Raise front of motorcycle until the front wheel can turn freely. BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle. Install the front-wheel stand ( 109) 8 Threaded fasteners not tightened to the specified torque can work loose or their 104 threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Maintenance There is a risk of damaging Remove axle clamping screw 4. Remove spacing bushing 6 parts of the front brake, Remove quick-release axle 5, from the left-hand side of the particularly the BMW Integral while supporting the wheel. wheel hub. ABS, in the course of the pro- Roll the front wheel forward to z remove. Installing front wheel cedure described below. Take care not to damage the ABS malfunctions on ac- brake system, in particular the with OE BMW Motorrad Integral count of incorrect speed ABS sensor with cable and the ABS: signal. ABS sensor ring. Do not damage the ABS sensor on the left-hand side when rolling out the wheel. Segmentation differs between individual types of sensor ring; it is very important to ensure that the correct sensor ring is installed. Install only the sensor ring that matches the motorcycle's construction status. The front wheel must be installed right way round to rotate in the correct direction. Note the direction-of-rotation arrows on the tyre or the wheel rim. with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: 8 105 Maintenance Install spacing bushing 6 in the wheel hub. Roll the front wheel into position between the front forks. with OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS: Do not damage the ABS sensor on the left-hand side when rolling in the wheel. Raise the front wheel, insert quick-release axle 5 and tight- en to specified torque. The cable of the ABS Quick-release axle in axle holder sensor could chafe through if it comes into contact with the z brake disc. 50 Nm Make sure that the ABS sensor Tighten axle clamping screw 4 cable is routed snugly along the to the specified torque. front suspension. Quick-release axle clamp screws Route ABS sensor cable 7 as illustrated here. Make sure that the ABS sensor 19 Nm Remove the front-wheel stand. cable is clipped into holders 8 and 9. Ease the brake calipers on to the brake discs. 8 Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded. 106 Remove the auxiliary stand, if installed beforehand. Remove the rear wheel Maintenance Parts of the exhaust system can be hot. Install securing screws 1 and tighten to specified torque. Do not touch hot parts of the exhaust system. Brake caliper to slider Place the motorcycle on an z tube auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motor- 30 Nm Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim. Braking efficiency is impaired if the brake pads are not correctly bedded against the discs. rad rear-wheel stand. Fit the rear-wheel stand ( 110) with OE Centre stand: Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand. Before riding off, always check that the brakes bite as soon as the brake lever is pulled or the brake pedal depressed. Slacken clamp 1. Remove screw 2 for the bracket of the silencer from the rear footrest. Turn the silencer out. Engage first gear. Roll the rear wheel out toward the rear. 8 Installing rear wheel 107 Maintenance Threaded fasteners not tightened to the specified torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Hand-tighten wheel studs 1 and then tighten to specified torque. Check that the wheel centering spigot and contact surfaces of the wheel hub are free of Rear wheel to wheel car- z rier grease. Insert the rear wheel into the centering hole. Tightening sequence: tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm Remove studs 1 from the rear wheel, while supporting the wheel. 8 108 Maintenance Turn the silencer to its initial position. z Align clamp 1 so that mark A is in line with the mark on the silencer and tighten the screw to the specified torque. Clamp to silencer and manifold 55 Nm If the gap between the rear wheel and the silencer is too small, the rear wheel can overheat. The gap between the rear wheel and the silencer must be at least 15 mm. Tighten screw 2 for the bracket of the silencer in the rear footrest to the specified torque. Install screw 2 for the bracket of the silencer in the rear footrest, but do not tighten it at this point. Silencer to footrest system 19 Nm Remove the auxiliary stand, if installed beforehand. Front-wheel stand Use A front-wheel stand for simple, safe changing of the front wheel is available from BMW Motorrad. You can obtain the front-wheel stand from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The BMW Motorrad front wheel stand is not designed to support motorcycles not fitted with a centre stand or without other auxiliary stands. A motorcycle resting only on the front wheel stand and the rear wheel can topple. Place the motorcycle on its centre stand or another auxiliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Installing front-wheel stand Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. Fit the rear-wheel stand ( 110) with OE Centre stand: Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand. Slacken adjusting screws 1. Push the two adapters 2 apart until the front forks fit between 8 them. Use locating pins 3 to set the 109 front-wheel stand to the de- sired height. Centre the front-wheel stand relative to the front wheel and push it against the front axle. Maintenance z Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely seated. Tighten adjusting screws 1. 8 Rear-wheel stand Use 110 BMW Motorrad offers a rear- wheel stand for holding motor- cycles (including those without centre stands) securely upright for maintenance work. You can Maintenance obtain the rear-wheel stand from If the motorcycle is on the centre stand and is raised your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. too far, the centre stand will lift Fit the rear-wheel stand clear of the ground and the mo- z torcycle could topple to one side. When raising the motorcycle, make sure that the centre stand remains on the ground. Apply uniform pressure to push the front-wheel stand down and raise the motorcycle. Use screws 1 to set the rearwheel stand to the desired height. Remove retaining disc 2. To do so, press release button 3. Push the rear-wheel stand from the right onto the rear axle. Push on retaining disc 2 from the left, while holding the unlock button down. Take a grip on the motorcycle with your left hand, and place your right hand on lever 4 of the rear-wheel stand. light fails the second filament of the brake light shines at reduced 8 Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with your fingers. brightness to double as a rear Use a clean, dry cloth to hold light. Even though you have this the bulbs when handling them. 111 substitute rear light, the indicat- Dirt deposits, in particular oil and ors in the display tell you that a grease, interfere with heat radi- bulb defect has occurred. ation from the bulb. This leads Maintenance A defective bulb places to overheating and shortens the your safety at risk because bulb's operating life. Lift the motorcycle upright, simultaneously pressing the lever down until the stand sup- it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as Removing headlight from housing ports the motorcycle in the up- soon as possible; always carry a Make sure the ground is level right position. complete set of spare bulbs if and firm and place the motor- z Press the lever down to the possible. cycle on its stand. ground. The bulb is pressurised and Switch off the ignition. Bulbs can cause injury if damaged. General instructions Wear protective goggles and A warning appears in the multi- gloves when changing bulbs. function display if a bulb is de- The types of bulb fitted to fective. If the brake or rear light your motorcycle are listed fails, the symbol is accompan- in the section entitled "Technical ied by the 'General' warning light, data". which lights up yellow. If the rear Maintenance 8 112 Remove screw 1 at bottom. Remove cover 2. z Replacing low-beam or high-beam headlight bulb If it is not standing firmly, the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below. Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported. Remove the headlight from housing ( 111) Turn bulb socket of high-beam headlight 2 counter-clockwise to remove. If necessary, remove the bulb socket of the parking-light bulb to facilitate removal of the high-beam headlight bulb socket. Remove screw 3. Carefully remove headlight 4 from the housing. Turn bulb socket of low-beam headlight 1 counter-clockwise to remove. Squeeze clips of bulb socket 4 together on left and right and remove bulb 3 from the bulb socket. Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H11 / 12 V / 55 W Install bulb 3 for the low-beam headlight or the high-beam headlight in bulb socket 4. the colour coding of the wire is correct: high-beam 8 headlight=white. Install the headlight in housing 113 ( 115) Maintenance Replacing parking-light bulb If it is not standing firmly, There is a risk of mixing up the motorcycle could topple the full-beam headlight bulb in the course of the operations and the low-beam headlight bulb described below. when installing the bulb sockets. Always make sure that the Note the colour-coding of the motorcycle is stable and firmly z wires for the low-beam headlight supported. (yellow) and the high-beam headlight (white). Remove the headlight from housing ( 111) Turn bulb socket for low-beam headlight 1 clockwise to install. Make sure that the colour coding of the wire is correct: lowbeam headlight=yellow. Turn bulb socket for highbeam headlight 2 clockwise to install. Make sure that 8 Bulb for parking light 114 W5W / 12 V / 5 W Maintenance Remove bulb socket 1 from the housing. z Install bulb 2 in bulb socket 1. Install bulb socket 1 in the housing. Install the headlight in housing ( 115) Remove bulb 2 from bulb socket 1. Replace the defective bulb. Installing headlight in housing Install headlight 4 in the housing. Install screw 3. 8 Replacing brake light and rear light bulb If it is not standing firmly, 115 the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below. Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly Install cover 2; make sure that tabs 5 of the cover engage the corresponding holders. supported. Switch off the ignition. Remove the seat ( 61) Maintenance z Install screw 1 at bottom. Remove 3 screws 1. Remove cover 2. 8 Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for tail light/brake 116 light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Maintenance Remove screw 3. z Turn bulb socket 5 counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. Press bulb 6 into socket 7 and turn it clockwise to install. Pull the bulb housing to the rear until it is clear of holders 4. Press bulb 6 into socket 7 and remove by turning it counterclockwise. Turn bulb socket 5 clockwise to install it in the bulb housing. Install screw 3. Replacing turn indicator bulb, front/rear 8 If it is not standing firmly, 117 the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below. Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly supported. Maintenance Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition. z Seat the bulb housing in holders 4. Install cover 2 with 3 screws 1. Install the seat ( 61) Remove screw 1. 8 Replace the defective bulb. Bulbs for flashing turn 118 indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Maintenance Pull the glass out of the reflector housing at the threadedfastener side. Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear R10W / 12 V / 10 W z with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install it in the bulb housing. Turn bulb 2 counter-clockwise and remove it from the bulb housing. Working from the inboard side, insert the glass into the bulb housing and close the housing. Install screw 1. Jump starting The wires leading to the power socket do not have a load-capacity rating adequate for jump-starting the engine. Excessively high current can lead to a cable fire or damage to the vehicle electronics. Do not use the on-board socket to jump-start the engine of the motorcycle. Touching live parts of the ignition system with the engine running can cause electric shock. Do not touch parts of the ignition system when the engine is running. A short-circuit can result if the crocodile clips of the jump leads are accidentally brought into contact with the motorcycle. Use only jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both ends. Jump-starting with a donorbattery voltage higher than 12 V can damage the vehicle electronics. Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Remove the seat ( 61) 8 119 Maintenance When jump-starting the engine, do not disconnect the battery from the on-board electrical system. Remove the protective cap z from the battery's positive ter- minal 1. Run the engine of the donor vehicle during jump-starting. Begin by connecting one end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal of the dis- charged battery and the other end to the positive terminal of the donor battery. Then connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative 8 terminal of the donor battery, and the other end to negative Install the seat ( 61) If the battery is not disconnected, the on-board elec- terminal 2 of the discharged Battery tronics (e.g. clock, etc.) gradually 120 battery. Maintenance instructions drain the battery. This can cause Start the engine of the vehicle the battery to run flat. If this hap- with the discharged battery Correct upkeep, recharging and pens, warranty claims will not be in the usual way; if the en- storage will prolong the life of accepted. gine does not start, wait a few the battery and are essential if If the motorcycle is to be out of Maintenance minutes before repeating the warranty claims are to be con- use for more than four weeks, attempt in order to protect the sidered. disconnect the battery or con- starter motor and the donor Compliance with the points be- nect a suitable trickle charger to battery. low is important in order to max- the battery. z Allow both engines to idle for a few minutes before disconnecting the jump leads. Disconnect the jump lead from the negative terminals 2 first, then disconnect the second jump lead from the positive terminals 1. Reinstall the protective cap on battery positive terminal 1. Do not use proprietary imise battery life: Keep the surface of the battery clean and dry Do not open the battery Do not top up with water Be sure to read and comply with the instructions for charging the battery on the following pages Do not turn the battery upside down BMW Motorrad has developed a float charger specially designed for compatibility with the electronics of your motorcycle. Using this charger, you can keep the battery charged during long periods of disuse, without having to disconnect the battery from the motorcycle's on-board systems. You can obtain additional information from start-assist sprays or oth- your authorised BMW Motorrad er products to start the engine. dealer. Charging battery when connected systems and connect the charger on-board socket is switched off directly to the battery. when this happens. 8 Charging the connected If you switch on the igni- Charging battery when 121 battery directly at the battery terminals can damage the vehicle electronics. Always disconnect the battery from the on-board circuits before recharging it with a charger tion and the multifunction display and telltale lights fail to light up, the battery is completely flat. Attempting to charge a completely flat battery via the onboard socket can cause damage disconnected Charge the battery using a suitable charger. Comply with the operating instructions of the charger. Maintenance connected directly to the battery to the motorcycle's electronics. Once the battery is fully posts. If a battery has discharged to the charged, disconnect the extent that it is completely flat, it charger's terminal clips from Only chargers suitable for has to be disconnected from the the battery terminals. this mode of charging can be used to recharge the battery via the on-board socket. Unsuitable chargers could cause damage to the motorcycle's on-board electrics. Use BMW chargers with the part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 on-board circuits and charged with the charger connected directly to the battery posts. Charge via the power socket, with the battery connected to the motorcycle's on-board electrical system. The battery has to be recharged at regular intervals in the course of a lengthy period of disuse. See the instructions for caring for your battery. Always fully recharge the battery before restoring it to use z (220 V) or, as applicable, 71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If you are in doubt, disconnect the battery from the on-board Comply with the operating instructions of the charger. The motorcycle's on-board electronics know when the Removing battery Switch off the ignition. Remove the seat ( 61) battery is fully charged. The 8 122 Maintenance Disconnection in the wrong Remove screw 3 and remove sequence increases the risk the battery retainer. of short-circuits. Lift the battery up and out; z Always proceed in the correct sequence. work it slightly back and forth if it is difficult to remove. Slip the battery retainer over the battery and install screw 3. Disconnect negative lead 2 first. Then pull back protective cap 1 and disconnect the positive cable. Installing battery Switch off the ignition. Insert the battery into the battery compartment, with the positive terminal on the right as viewed in the forward direction of travel. Installation in the wrong sequence increases the risk of short-circuits. Always proceed in the correct sequence. 8 Never install the battery without 123 the protective cap. Connect the positive lead to the positive terminal. Install protective cap 1. Connect negative lead 2 to the negative terminal. Maintenance If the battery was discon- nected from the motorcycle for a prolonged period of time it will be necessary to enter the z current date in the instrument cluster, in order to ensure that the service-due indicator func- tions correctly. If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Install the seat ( 61) Set the clock ( 44) 8 124 z Maintenance Care 9 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 125 Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Care Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 z Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 128 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 128 Care 9 126 z Care products BMW Motorrad recommends that you use the cleaning and care products you can obtain from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The substances in BMW Care Products have been tested in laboratories and in practice; they provide optimised care and protection for the materials painted parts prior to washing the motorcycle. To prevent stains, do not wash the motorcycle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sunlight and do not wash it in the sun. Make sure that the motorcycle is washed frequently, especially during the winter months. Use only cold water to wash off road salt. The high pressure of steam cleaners can damage seals, the hydraulic brake system, the electrical system, and the seat. Do not use a steam jet or highpressure cleaning equipment. Cleaning easily used in your vehicle. To remove road salt, clean the motorcycle with cold water im- damaged components The use of unsuitable mediately after every trip. Plastics cleaning and care products can damage vehicle components. Do not use solvents such as cellulose thinners, cold cleaners, fuel or the like, and do not use cleaning products that contain alcohol. After the motorcycle has been washed, ridden through water or ridden in the rain, the brake discs and pads might be wet and the brakes might not take effect immediately. Clean plastic parts with water and BMW plastic care emulsion. This includes in particular: Windscreen and slipstream deflectors Headlight lens made of plastic Glass cover of the instrument Washing motorcycle BMW Motorrad recommends that you use BMW insect remover to soften and wash off Apply the brakes in good time until the brakes have dried out. Warm water intensifies the effect of salt. cluster Black, unpainted parts If plastic parts are cleaned using unsuitable cleaning insects and stubborn dirt on agents, the surfaces can be dam- Chrome aged. Use plenty of water and BMW Do not use silicone sprays or other care products that contain 9 Do not use cleaning agents that contain alcohol, solvents or abrasives to clean plastic parts. shampoo to clean chrome, particularly if it has been exposed to road salt. Use chrome polish for silicon. Paint care 127 Even fly-remover pads or cleaning pads with hard surfaces can produce scratches. additional treatment. Radiator Washing the motorcycle regularly will help counteract the long-term effects of substances that dam- Care Soften stubborn dirt and Clean the radiator regularly to insects by covering the af- prevent overheating of the en- age the paint, especially if your motorcycle is ridden in areas z fected areas with a wet cloth. gine due to inadequate cooling. with high air pollution or natural For example, use a garden hose sources of dirt, for example tree Windscreen with low water pressure. resin or pollen. Clean off dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water. Fuel and chemical solvents attack the material of the windscreen; the windscreen becomes opaque or dull. Do not use cleaning agents. Cooling fins can be bent easily. Take care not to bend the fins when cleaning the radiator. Rubber Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber-care products. Using silicone sprays for the care of rubber seals can cause damage. Remove particularly aggressive substances immediately, however, as otherwise the paint can be affected or become discoloured. Substances of this nature include spilt fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid and bird droppings. We recommend BMW vehicle polish or BMW paint cleaner for this purpose. Marks on the paintwork are particularly easy to see after the motorcycle has been washed. Care 9 Remove stains of this kind immediately, using cleaning-grade benzene or petroleum spirit on a 128 clean cloth or ball of cotton wool. BMW Motorrad recommends BMW tar remover for removing specks of tar. Remember to wax the parts treated in this way. z Protective wax coating pivots and the centre stand pivots (if the motorcycle is fitted with a centre stand) 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. BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or products containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax. It is time to rewax the paintwork when water "puddles" on the surface, instead of forming beads. Laying up the motorcycle Clean the motorcycle. Remove the battery. Spray the brake and clutch lever pivots, the side stand Before laying the vehicle up out of use, have the engine oil and the oil filter element changed by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Combine work for laying up/restoring to use with a BMW service or inspection. Restoring motorcycle to use Remove the protective wax coating. Clean the motorcycle. Install a charged battery. Before starting: work through the checklist. Technical data 10 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 129 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Technical data Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 z Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 10 Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start. 130 Possible cause Kill switch activated Side stand extended and gear engaged Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Clutch pulled when ignition was OFF No fuel in tank Battery not adequately charged Remedy Kill switch in operating position Retract the side stand. ( 66) Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 66) Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever Refuelling ( 73) Charge the battery when connected ( 121) Technical data z Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Brake caliper to slider tube M8 x 32 - 10.9 Quick-release axle clamp screws M8 x 35 Quick-release axle in axle holder M24 x 1.5 30 Nm 19 Nm 50 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid 10 131 Valid Technical data Clamp to silencer and manifold z M8 55 Nm Silencer to footrest system M8 x 35 19 Nm Rear wheel to wheel carrier M10 x 40 x 1.25 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm 10 Mirror arm Mirror to clamping piece 132 M10 x 1.25, left-hand thread Clamping piece to clamping block M10 Value 22 Nm 25 Nm Technical data z Valid Engine Engine design Displacement Cylinder bore Piston stroke Compression ratio Nominal output Torque Maximum engine speed Idle speed 10 four-stroke opposed twin, air-cooled with oil- cooled exhaust ports, installed longitudinally, 133 two overhead camshafts, electronic engine management 1170 cm3 Technical data 101 mm 73 mm 12.0 : 1 80 kW, Over: 7500 min-1 115 Nm, Over: 6000 min-1 max 8000 min-1 z 1150±50 min-1 10 Fuel Recommended fuel grade 134 Technical data Usable fuel capacity Reserve fuel Engine oil Engine oil, capacity Lubricant z Engine oil, quantity for topping up Oil grades 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded 95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, usable with power- and consumption-related restrictions) 18 l 3l max 4 l, with filter change Engine oil, 20W-50 max 0.5 l, Difference between MIN and MAX Engine oils of API classification SF or better. Engine oils of ACEA classification A2 or better. BMW Motorrad recommends not using synthetic oils for the first 10,000 km. Please do not hesitate to contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle. Permissible viscosity classes SAE 5 W- 30 SAE 10 W-40 SAE 15 W- 40 SAE 20 W- 40 SAE 5 W- 50 SAE 10 W- 50 Clutch Clutch type 10 -20...20 °C, Operation at low temperatures -10...30 °C, Operation at moderate temperatures 135 0 °C 0 °C -20 °C, High-grade and synthetic oils, operation in all temperature ranges -20 °C, High-grade and synthetic oils, operation in all temperature ranges Technical data Single-plate dry clutch z Technical data 10 Transmission Gearbox type 136 Gear ratios Gearbox transmission ratios z Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Type of rear suspension Gear ratio of final drive Helical 6-speed gearbox with integral reaction damper, claw-action shift by sliding sleeves 1.824 (31:17 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 2.277 (41:18 teeth), 1st gear 1.583 (38:24 teeth), 2nd gear 1.259 (34:27 teeth), 3rd gear 1.033 (31:30 teeth), 4th gear 0.903 (28:31 teeth), 5th gear 0.805 (29:36 teeth), 6th gear Shaft drive with bevel gears BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy single swinging arm with two joints and torque reaction link 2,75 : 1 Running gear Type of front suspension Spring travel, front Type of rear suspension with OE Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA): Spring travel at rear wheel 10 BMW Telelever, leading link pivot-mounted on engine and telescopic forks, central spring strut 137 supported by leading link and main frame 120 mm, At wheel Technical data Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filled shock absorber, steplessly adjustable rebound damping and hydraulically adjustable spring preload Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filled shock absorber, electrically adjustable rebound damping with three settings and electro-hydraulic- ally adjustable spring preload with three settings z 140 mm 10 Brakes Type of front brake 138 Brake-pad material, front Type of rear brake Brake-pad material, rear hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-piston fixed calipers and floating brake discs Sintered metal Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Organic material Technical data Wheels and tyres Tyre combinations recommended at time of going Front: Continental Conti Road Attack Z, 120/55 to press (As at: 12.04.2007) ZR17 M/C (73W) z Rear: Continental Conti Road Attack C, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) Front: Michelin Pilot Road B F TL, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) Rear: Michelin, Pilot Road K TL, 180/55 ZR17 M/ C (73W) Front: Bridgestone BT014 F Radial SE, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) Rear: Bridgestone BT014 R Radial M, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) Front wheel Front wheel, type Front wheel rim size Tyre designation, front Rear wheel Rear wheel type Rear wheel rim size Tyre designation, rear Front: Dunlop D220F ST P, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) 10 Rear: Dunlop D220 ST P, 180/55 ZR17 M/C 139 (73W) Front: Metzeler Roadtec Z6 Front, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) Rear: Metzeler Roadtec Z6 C, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com". Technical data Cast wheel with 5 double spokes, MT H2 z 3.50" x 17" 120/70 ZR17 Cast wheel with 5 double spokes, MT H2 5.50" x 17" 180/55 ZR17 Technical data 10 Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 140 Tyre pressure, rear Electrics Rating of on-board socket with OA Extra socket: Fuses z Battery Battery type Battery rated voltage Battery rated capacity 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold 5 A, Per on-board socket 5 A, Total for all sockets All circuits are electronically protected, so plugin fuses are no longer necessary. If an electronic fuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified. AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery 12 V 14 Ah Spark plugs 10 Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation Bosch YR5LDE NGK DCPR 8 EKC 141 Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8±0.1 mm, When new max 1 mm, Wear limit Technical data Secondary spark plugs, manufacturer and designation Bosch YR5LDE NGK DCPR 8 EKC Electrode gap of secondary spark plug 0.8±0.1 mm, When new max 1 mm, Wear limit Lighting Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H11 / 12 V / 55 W z Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Bulb for tail light/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear R10W / 12 V / 10 W with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W 10 Frame Frame type 142 Type plate location VIN location Dimensions Length of motorcycle Height of motorcycle Technical data Width of motorcycle z Front-seat height with OE Double seat, low: with OE Double seat, high: Tubular steel front frame with tubular steel rear frame, load-bearing drive unit Rear frame, centre, under rear seat Front frame top centre 2145 mm 1160 mm, in DIN normal-load position; without mirrors 845 mm, Width across handlebars without mirrors 800 mm, Without rider at unladen weight 770 mm, Without rider at unladen weight 835 mm, Without rider at unladen weight Weights Unladen weight Permissible gross weight Maximum payload Riding specifications Top speed 10 223 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras 143 450 kg 227 kg >200 km/h Technical data z 10 144 z Technical data Service 11 BMW Motorrad service . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 145 BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 146 BMW Motorrad Service Card: onthe-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 146 Service BMW Motorrad service network . . . 147 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Confirmation of maintenance z work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 11 BMW Motorrad service Advanced technology requires 146 specially adapted methods of maintenance and repair. the necessary technical knowhow. BMW Motorrad recommends that you contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you have questions regarding Certain signs of wear, moreover, may otherwise not be noticed until it is too late to put them right at moderate cost. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer's If maintenance and re- your motorcycle. mechanics know every detail of pair work is performed in- your motorcycle and can take re- Service expertly, it could result in con- BMW Motorrad service medial action if necessary before sequential damage and thus con- quality minor faults develop into serious stitute a safety risk. problems. By having the neces- z BMW Motorrad recommends you Along with its reputation for en- sary repairs done properly and to have all the associated work gineering quality and high reliab- in good time, you save time and on your motorcycle carried out ility, BMW Motorrad is a byword money in the long run. by a specialist workshop, prefer- for excellent quality of service. ably an authorised BMW Motor- To ensure that your BMW is al- BMW Motorrad Service rad dealer. ways in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad recommends that you Card: on-the-spot Your authorised BMW Motorrad have the maintenance work re- breakdown assistance dealer can provide information on BMW services and the work undertaken as part of each service. Have all maintenance and repair work carried out confirmed in the "Service" chapter in this manual. Authorised BMW Motorrad dealers are supplied with the latest technical information and have quired for your motorcycle carried out regularly, preferably by your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. For generous treatment of claims submitted after the warranty period has expired, evidence of regular maintenance is essential. In the event of a breakdown, the BMW Motorrad Service Card issued with each new BMW motorcycle enables you to access an extensive range of services such as breakdown assistance, motorcycle transportation etc. (details can differ from country to country). In the event of a break- down, contact the Mobile Service "Service Contact Europe" or organisation of BMW Motorrad. "Service Contact Africa, Amer- the date when the next service will be due. 11 The specialists will provide the ica, Asia, Australia, Oceania". necessary advice and assistance. Riders who cover long distances in a year might have to bring in 147 You will find important country- Maintenance work their motorcycles for service be- Service specific contact addresses and the after-sales service organisation phone numbers in the "Service Kontakt / Service Contact" brochures, along with information on Mobile Service and the dealership network. BMW Motorrad service network BMW Motorrad has an extensive after-sales service network in place to look after you and your motorcycle in more than 100 countries. In Germany alone, you BMW Pre-delivery Check Your authorised BMW motorcycle dealer conducts the BMW pre-delivery check before handing over the motorcycle to you. BMW Running-in Check The BMW running-in check has to be performed when the motorcycle has covered between 500 km and 1,200 km BMW Service The BMW Service is carried out once a year; the extent of servi- fore the next scheduled date. It is to allow for these cases that a maximum odometer reading is entered as well in the confirma- tion of service. Servicing has to be brought forward if this odometer reading is reached before z the next scheduled date for the service. The service-due indicator in the multifunction 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. have the best possible access cing can vary, depending on the to approximately 200 authorised age of the motorcycle and the BMW Motorrad dealers. distance it has covered. Your au- All information concerning the in- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer ternational dealership network confirms that the service work can be found in the brochure has been carried out and enters 11 Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery 148 Check BMW Running-in Check Completed Completed on on Service Odometer reading Next service z at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service 11 Completed 149 on Odometer reading Service Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, z Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 11 BMW Service Completed 150 on Odometer reading Service Next service at the latest on z or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service 11 Completed 151 on Odometer reading Service Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, z Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 11 BMW Service Completed 152 on Odometer reading Service Next service at the latest on z or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading BMW Service Completed on Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installation of optional 11 accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. 153 Item Odometer Date reading Service z Service 11 Item 154 z Odometer reading Date A Abbreviations and symbols, 6 BMW Motorrad service, 146 BMW Motorrad Service Technical data, 141 Warning for bulb failure, 28 12 ABS Card, 146 Self-diagnosis, 68 Brake fluid C 155 Warnings, 29 Checking level, front, 13, 98 Case Accessories Checking level, rear, 15, 99 Closing, 86 General instructions, 84 Brake pads Installing, 87 Index Anti-theft alarm, 18 Checking front, 96 Opening, 86 ASC Pushbutton, 16 Self-diagnosis, 69 Switching off, 53 Checking rear, 97 Removing, 87 Running in, 70 Brakes Adjusting handbrake lever, 55 Centre stand Placing motorcycle on centre stand, 72 z Switching on, 53, 54 Checking operation, 95 Removing motorcycle from Warnings, 32 B Battery, 15 Charging battery when connected, 121 Charging battery when disconnected, 121 Installation, 122 Maintenance instructions, 120 Removal, 121 Technical data, 138 Bulbs General instructions, 111 Replacing brake light and rear light bulb, 115 Replacing low-beam or highbeam headlight bulb, 112 Replacing parking-light bulb, 113 Replacing turn indicator bulb, centre stand, 73 Checklist, 66 Clock, 22 Adjusting, 18, 44 Clutch Adjusting clutch lever, 54 Checking level, 100 Checking operation, 100 Fluid reservoir, 11 Technical data, 135 Warning for battery charge front/rear, 117 current, 28 Index 12 Confirmation of maintenance work, 148 156 Currency, 7 D Damping Adjusting, 11, 57 Dimensions Technical data, 142 zE Electrics Technical data, 140 Emergency off switch (kill switch), 17, 52 Engine Starting, 66 Technical data, 133 Warning for engine electronics, 27 Engine oil Checking level, 93 Filler neck, 11 Oil sight glass, 11 Technical data, 134 Temperature gauge, 23 Topping up, 94 Warning for engine oil pressure, 27 Equipment, 7 ESA, 58 Adjust spring preload, 59 Adjust suspension damping, 59 Calling up settings, 58 Pushbutton, 16 EWS Function description, 43 Warning, 27 F Frame Technical data, 142 Front-wheel stand, 109 Fuel Quantity reading, 24 Refuelling, 73 Technical data, 134 Warning for fuel down to reserve, 27 Fuel tank, 11 Fuses, 140 G Gear indicator, 22 Grip heating, 17, 53 H Handlebar fittings General view, left side, 16 General view, right side, 17 Hazard warning flashers, 16 Switching off, 52 Switching on, 51 Headlight Adjustment for driving on left/ driving on right, 60 Beam throw, 61 High-beam headlight, 19 Low-beam headlight, 19 Side light, 19 Headlight flasher, 16 High-beam headlight, 16 Telltale light, 22 Horn, 16 I Idle Telltale light, 22 Ignition Switching off, 42 Luggage Correct loading, 85 Range, 48 Select readings, 46 12 Switching on, 42 Immobiliser M P 157 Function description, 43 Maintenance Power socket, 11 Index Warning, 27 Instrument cluster Overview, 18 Sensor for instrument cluster lighting, 18 General instructions, 92 Mirrors Adjusting, 55, 56 Motorcycle General view, left side, 11 General view, right side, 13 Pre-ride check, 67 R Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 136 Rear-wheel stand, 110 z J Jump starting, 119 K Laying up, 128 Restoring to use, 128 Multifunction display, 18 Refuelling, 73 Reserve Warning, 27 Residual range, 45 Keys, 42, 44 O Restoring to use, 128 L Laying up, 128 Lights Headlight flasher, 50 High-beam headlight, 50 Low-beam headlight, 49 Parking light, 50 Side light, 49 Odometer and tripmeters Resetting, 45 Scale range, 22 Select readings, 44 On-board computer Ambient temperature, 46 Average consumption, 47 Average speed, 47 Pushbutton, 16 Rev. counter, 18 Running gear Technical data, 137 S Safety instructions, 63 Seat Installation, 61 Removal, 61 Seat lock, 13 12 Service, 146 Status indicators on the 158 display, 22 Service Card, 146 Side stand For starting, 66 Placing motorcycle on side Index stand, 71 Removing motorcycle from z side stand, 72 Spark plugs Technical data, 141 Speedometer, 18 Spring preload Adjusting, 15, 56 Starter, 17 Steering lock, 43 T Technical data Brakes, 138 Bulbs, 141 Clutch, 135 Dimensions, 142 Electrics, 140 Engine, 133 Engine oil, 134 Frame, 142 Fuel, 134 Rear-wheel drive, 136 Running gear, 137 Spark plugs, 141 Standards, 7 Transmission, 136 Weights, 143 Wheels and tyres, 138 Telltale lights, 18 Overview, 22 Toolkit, 15 Service kit, 93 Standard equipment, 92 Topcase Closing, 88 Installing, 89 Opening, 88 Removing, 89 Torques, 131 Transmission For starting, 66 Technical data, 136 Troubleshooting chart, 130 Turn indicators Left, 16, 50 Right, 17, 51 Switching off, 17, 51 Telltale light, 22 Type plate, 15 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Label on wheel rim, 102 Status indicators, 49 Warnings, 34 Tyres Checking inflation pressure, 60 Recommended tyres, 102 Running in, 70 Technical data, 138 V Vehicle identification number, 13 W Warnings 12 Mode of presentation, 24 Warnings, overview, 26, 31, 33, 159 36 Weights Technical data, 143 Index Wheels Installing front wheel, 104 Installing rear wheel, 107 z Remove the rear wheel, 106 Removing front wheel, 102 Technical data, 138 Details described or illustrated in this booklet may differ from the motorcycle'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. © 2007 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany. Important data for refuelling Fuel Recommended fuel grade Usable fuel capacity Reserve fuel Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front Tyre pressure, rear BMW recommends Order No. 01 41 7 707 401 06.2007, 2nd edition 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded 95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, usable with powerand consumption-related restrictions) 18 l 3l 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold *01417707401*Acrobat Distiller 9.3.0 (Windows)