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Welcome to BMW

We congratulate you on yourchoice of a motorcycle fromBMW and welcome you to thecommunity of BMW riders.Familiarise yourself with your newmotorcycle so that you can ride itsafely and confidently in all trafficsituations.Please read this Rider's Manualcarefully before starting to useyour new BMW motorcycle. Itcontains important information onhow to operate the controls andhow to make the best possibleuse of all your BMW's technicalfeatures.In addition, it contains informationon maintenance and care to helpyou maintain your motorcycle'sreliability and safety, as well as itsvalue.If you have questions concerningyour motorcycle, your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer will gladlyprovide advice and assistance.

We hope that you will enjoy rid-ing your BMW and that all yourjourneys will be pleasant andsafe.

BMW Motorrad.

Table of Contents

You can also consult the index atthe end of this Rider's Manual ifyou want to find a particular topicor item of information.1 General instructions . . . . 5Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations andsymbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . 13Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . 14Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . 16Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 19Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 20Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 23Standard status indicat-ors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Status indicators with on-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Status indicators withtyre-pressure monitoring(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Status indicators with gripheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Status indicators with seatheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Telltale light with cruise con-trol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . 27Warnings issued by the on-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34ABS warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36ASC warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38RDC warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Anti-theft alarm warnings . . . . 45

4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Ignition switch and steeringlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Electronic immobiliser(EWS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Odometer andtripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 55On-board computer . . . . . . . . . 55Tyre pressure monitoringRDC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 61Emergency off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Grip heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Automatic Stability ControlASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Cruise-control system . . . . . . . 66Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Handlebars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Electronic Suspension Ad-justment ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Stowage compartment . . . . . . 77Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . 77Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 82Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Parking your motorcycle . . . . 89Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Securing motorcycle fortransportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

6 Engineering details. . . . . 93Brake system with BMWMotorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . 94Electronic engine manage-ment with BMW MotorradASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Tyre pressure monitoringRDC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Electronic Suspension Ad-justment ESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . 101General instructions . . . . . . . 102Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 109General instructions . . . . . . . 110Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 127Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Washing motorcycle. . . . . . . 140Cleaning easily damagedcomponents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Protective wax coating . . . . 142Laying up motorcycle . . . . . 142Restoring motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

10 Technical data . . . . . . 143Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 144Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 145Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 150

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152Wheels and tyres. . . . . . . . . . 152Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155Riding specifications . . . . . . 156

11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157BMW Motorrad service. . . . 158BMW Motorrad servicequality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158BMW Motorrad ServiceCard: on-the-spot break-down assistance . . . . . . . . . . 158BMW Motorrad servicenetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 159Confirmation of mainten-ance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160Confirmation of service . . . . 165

General instructions

General instructions

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

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

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

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

Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-al will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work onthe motorcycle is documented inChapter 11. This record of themaintenance work you have hadperformed on your motorcycle isa precondition for generous treat-ment of goodwill claims.When the time comes to sellyour BMW, please rememberto hand over this Rider's Manu-al; it is an important part of themotorcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings that youmust comply with for reas-

ons of your safety and the safetyof others, and to protect yourmotorcycle against damage.

Specific instructions onhow to operate, control, ad-

just or look after items of equip-ment on the motorcycle.

Indicates the end of anitem of information.

Instruction.

Result of an activity.

Reference to a page withmore detailed informa-tion.

Indicates the end of apassage relating to spe-cific accessories or itemsof equipment.

Tightening torque.

Item of technical data.

OE Optional extraThe motorcycles are as-sembled complete withall the BMW optional ex-tras originally ordered.

OA Optional accessoryYou can obtain option-al accessories throughyour authorised BMWMotorrad dealer; optionalaccessories have to beretrofitted to the motor-cycle.

EWS Electronic immobiliser(Elektronische Wegfahr-sicherung).

DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebs-tahlwarnanlage)

ABS Anti-lock brake system

ASC Automatic Stability Con-trol.

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ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustmentElectronic SuspensionAdjustment.

RDC Tyre pressure control(Reifendruck-Control)

EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmotorcycle, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describes option-al extras (OE) offered by BMWand selected optional accessor-ies (OA). This explains why themanual may also contain de-scriptions of equipment whichyou have not ordered. Pleasenote, too, that your motorcyclemight not be exactly as illus-trated in this manual on accountof country-specific differences.If your BMW was supplied withequipment not described inthis Rider's Manual, you will

find these features described inseparate manuals.

Technical dataAll dimensions, weights andpower ratings stated in theRider's Manual are quoted to thestandards and comply with thetolerance requirements of theDeutsche Institut für Normunge.V. Versions for individualcountries may differ.

CurrencyThe high safety and qualitystandards of BMW motorcyclesare maintained by constantdevelopment work on designs,equipment and accessories.Because of this, your motorcyclemay differ from the informationsupplied in the Rider's Manual.Nor can BMW Motorrad entirelyrule out errors and omissions.We hope you will appreciate thatno claims can be entertained on

the basis of the data, illustrationsor descriptions in this manual. 1

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General views

General views

General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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General view, left side1 Clutch-fluid reservoir

( 117)2 Adjuster for headlight

beam throw (underneaththe instrument cluster)( 76)

3 Seat lock (underneath therear light) ( 77)

4 Adjuster for spring preload,rear ( 71)

5 Adjuster for damping char-acteristic, rear suspension( 72)

6 Power socket ( 102)

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General view, right side1 Fuel filler neck ( 90)2 Battery compartment

( 137)3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 113)4 Storage compartment

( 77)5 Vehicle identification num-

ber (on side panel, frontright)

6 Type plate (on lower rearcross-tube)

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Handlebar fitting, left1 High-beam headlight and

headlight flasher ( 60)2 with cruise control sys-

tem OE

Cruise control system con-trol ( 66)

3 Hazard warning flashers( 61)

4 Windscreen control( 69)

5 Operation of the flashingturn indicators ( 61)

6 Horn7 with Electronic Suspen-

sion Adjustment (ESAII) OE

Operating ESA ( 73)8 with Automatic Stability

ControlOE

Operating ASC ( 65)

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9 Operating the odometer( 53)

with on-board com-puter OE

Operating the on-boardcomputer ( 55)

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Handlebar fitting, right1 with heated handlebar

grips OE

Grip heating control( 62)

2 with seat heatingOE

Front seat heating control( 63)

3 Emergency off switch (killswitch) ( 62)

4 Starter button ( 84)

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Underneath the seat1 Rider's Manual2 Payload table (at the bot-

tom of the rider's manual)3 Table of tyre pressures4 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 116)5 with seat heatingOE

Rear seat heating control( 64)

6 Storage for puncture repairkit (OA)

7 Toolkit ( 110)8 Helmet holder ( 79).9 Engine-oil filler neck

( 112)Oil dipstick ( 111)

10 Front-seat height adjust-ment ( 69)

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Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Telltale lights ( 24)3 Rev. counter4 Anti-theft alarm telltale light

(OE, see the instructionsfor use of the anti-theftalarm)

5 Operation of the clock( 53)Adjust the dimmer ( 55)

6 Multifunction display( 24)

7 Operating the odometer( 53)

8 Ambient-light brightnesssensor (for adapting thebrightness of the instru-ment lighting)

9 with cruise control sys-tem OE

Telltale light of cruise con-trol ( 66)

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The instrument-clusterlighting has automatic day

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Headlight1 Side light2 Low-beam headlight3 High-beam headlight

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Status indicators

Status indicators

Standard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . 24

Status indicators with on-boardcomputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Status indicators with tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Status indicators with grip heat-ing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Status indicators with seat heat-ing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Telltale light with cruise control . . . . . 27

Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Warnings issued by the on-boardcomputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

ABS warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

ASC warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

RDC warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Anti-theft alarm warnings . . . . . . . . . . . 45323

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Standard statusindicatorsMultifunction display

1 Fuel capacity ( 24)2 Gear indicator ( 24)3 Coolant temperature

( 24)4 Clock ( 53)5 Odometer6 Trip meter ( 53)

Telltale lights

1 Flashing turn indicators,left

2 High-beam headlight3 Idle4 Flashing turn indicators,

right

Fuel capacityThe column below the fuel-pump symbol indicates the

remaining quantity of fuel.When the fuel in the tank istopped up the gauge brieflyshows the original level, beforethe reading is updated.

Gear indicatorThe gear engaged or Nfor neutral appears on the

display.

If no gear is engaged, the'neutral' telltale light also

lights up.

Coolant temperatureThe column below the tem-perature symbol indicates

the coolant temperature.

Service-due indicator

If the next service is due in lessthan one month, the date for the

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next service is shown briefly afterthe Pre-Ride Check completes.The month and year are shownaccompanied by the wordingSERVICE. In this example, thedisplay shows "March 2007".

If the motorcycle covers long dis-tances in the course of the year,under certain circumstances itmight be necessary to have itserviced at a date in advanceof the forecast due date. If thecountdown distance to the odo-meter reading at which a servicewill be due is less than 1000 km,the distance is counted down in

steps of 100 km and is shownbriefly after the Pre-Ride Checkcompletes.

If service is overdue, the date orthe odometer reading is accom-panied by the 'General' warninglight showing yellow. The word"Service" remains permanentlyvisible.

If the sevice-due indicatorappears more than a month

before the service date, the datesaved in the instrument clustermust be adjusted. This situationcan occur if the battery was dis-connected for a prolonged periodof time.If you want to have the date setconsult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Status indicators withon-board computer

with on-board computerOE

1 Status-indicator panel ofthe on-board computer( 55)

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Status indicatorswith tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC)Display option 1

with tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OE

without on-board computerOE

1 with tyre pressure monit-oring (RDC)OE

Tyre-pressure readout( 59)

The figures shown in thetyre-pressure readings are

temperature-compensated (see

the section entitled "Engineeringdetails").

Display option 2with tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OE


1 with tyre pressure monit-oring (RDC)OE

Tyre-pressure readout( 59)

The figures shown in thetyre-pressure readings are

temperature-compensated (see

the section entitled "Engineeringdetails").

Status indicators withgrip heating

with heated handlebar grips OE

1 Display of the heatingstages ( 62)

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Status indicators withseat heating

with seat heatingOE

1 Display of the heatingstages ( 63)

Telltale light with cruisecontrol

with cruise control systemOE

1 Telltale light of cruise con-trol

Standard warningsMode of presentation

Warnings are indicated by 'Gen-eral' warning light 1 showingin combination with one of thewarning symbols 2. The 'Gen-eral' warning light shows red oryellow, depending on the ur-gency of the warning. If two ormore warnings occur at the sametime, all the appropriate warninglights and warning symbols ap-pear. The status of the 'General'warning light matches the mosturgent warning.

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The possible warnings are listedon the next page.3

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Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators Meaning

Lights up yellow EWS ! Appears onthe display

Electronic immobiliser active ( 31)

Lights up yellow Flashes Fuel down to reserve ( 31)

Lights up red Temperature read-ing flashes

Coolant temperature too high ( 31)

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis-play

Engine in emergency-operation mode( 32)

Flashes red Appears on the dis-play

Insufficient engine oil pressure ( 32)

Lights up red Appears on the dis-play

Insufficient battery charge current( 33)


Rear light bulb defective ( 33)

Appears on the dis-play

Front light bulb defective ( 33)

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Telltale lights Status indicators Meaning


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Electronic immobiliseractive

General warning light showsyellow.

EWS ! appears on the display.Possible cause:The key being used is not au-thorised for starting, or commu-nication between key and engineelectronics is disrupted.

Remove all other vehicle keysfrom the same ring as the igni-tion key.Use the reserve key.Have the defective key re-placed, preferably by an au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Fuel down to reserveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

Reserve fuel level symbolflashes

Lack of fuel can result inthe engine misfiring and

cutting out unexpectedly. Mis-firing can damage the catalyticconverter; a hazardous situationcan result if the engine cuts outunexpectedly.Do not run the fuel tank dry.

Possible cause:The fuel tank contains no morethan the reserve quantity of fuel.

Reserve fuel

~4 l

Refuelling ( 90).

Coolant temperature toohigh

General warning light showsred.

The temperature readingflashes.

Continuing to ride when theengine is overheated could

result in engine damage.You must comply with the in-structions below.

Possible cause:The coolant temperature is toohigh.

If possible, ride in the part-loadrange to cool down the engine.In traffic jams, switch off theengine, but leave the ignitionswitched on so that the radiat-or fan continues to operate.If the coolant temperature isfrequently too high, have thefault rectified as soon as pos-sible by a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

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Engine in emergency-operation mode


Engine symbol appears onthe display.

The engine is running inemergency operating mode.

Engine power might be reducedand this can cause hazardoussituations, particularly if you at-tempt to overtake other roadusers.Engine power level might belower than normal: adapt yourstyle of riding accordingly.

Possible cause:The engine control unit has dia-gnosed a fault. In exceptionalcases, the engine stops and re-fuses to start. Otherwise, the en-gine runs in emergency operatingmode.

You can continue to ride, butbear in mind that the usual en-gine power might not be avail-able.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Insufficient engine oilpressure

General warning lightflashes red.

Oil-can symbol appears onthe display.

The oil pressure in the lube-oilsystem is too low. Stop immedi-ately and switch off the engine ifthe warning light shows.

The insufficient oil pres-sure warning does not fulfil

the function of an oil gauge. Theonly way of checking whether the

oil level is correct is to check theoil level indicator.

Possible cause:The engine-oil level is too low.

Checking engine oil level( 111).

If the oil level is too low:Topping up engine oil ( 112).

Possible cause:The engine-oil pressure is insuffi-cient.

Riding when engine-oilpressure is low can result

in engine damage.Do not continue your journey.

Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

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Insufficient battery chargecurrent

General warning light showsred.

Battery symbol appears onthe display.

A discharged battery canrender various systems un-

available, for example the lights,the engine or the ABS. This canresult in dangerous situations.If possible, do not continue yourjourney.

Battery is not being charged. Ifyou continue to ride the motor-cycle the on-board electronicswill drain the battery.Possible cause:Alternator or alternator drive beltdefective

Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Rear light bulb defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

Bulb symbol with arrowpointing to the rear appears

on the display.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

Possible cause:Rear light or brake light bulb de-fective.

Replacing brake-light, rear-light and rear-indicator bulbs( 133).

Front light bulb defectiveBulb symbol with arrowpointing to the front ap-

pears on the display.



Possible cause:Low-beam headlight, high-beamheadlight, side light or turn indic-ator bulb defective.

Replacing low-beam and high-beam headlight bulb ( 129).Replacing parking-light bulb( 130).Replacing front turn indicatorbulbs ( 131).Replacing brake-light, rear-light and rear-indicator bulbs( 133).

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Bulbs defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

Bulb symbol with two ar-rows appears on the dis-

play.



Possible cause:A combination of the bulb de-fects described above has oc-curred.

See the fault descriptionsabove.

Warnings issued by theon-board computerMode of presentation


Warnings issued by the on-boardcomputer appear in panel 1.The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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Oil ! Appearson the display

Engine-oil level too low ( 36)


Ambient-temperat-ure reading flashes.

Ice warning ( 36)

Flashes

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Engine-oil level too lowOil ! appears on the display.

Oil-level symbol appears onthe display.

Possible cause:The electronic oil-level sensorhas registered an excessively lowoil level. Check the engine-oillevel at the oil-level indicator thenext time you stop to refuel:

Checking engine oil level( 111).

If the oil level is too low:Topping up engine oil ( 112).

Possible cause:The oil sensor might be defectiveif the "Check oil level" messageappears even though a check ofthe oil sight glass shows that theoil level is correct.

Seek the advice of a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Ice warningThe ambient-temperature read-ing flashes.

Ice-crystal symbol flashes.

Possible cause:The air temperature measuredat the motorcycle is lower than3 °C.

The ice warning does notmean that there is no risk

of black ice forming at measuredtemperatures above 3 °C.Always take extra care and thinkwell ahead when temperaturesare low; remember that thedanger of black ice is particularlyhigh on bridges and where theroad is in the shade.

Ride carefully and think wellahead.

ABS warningsMode of presentation

ABS warnings are indicated byABS warning light 1.The way in which the ABS warn-ing light indicates status can dif-fer in some countries.

Possible national variant.

The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad Integral ABSstart on page ( 94), and youwill find an overview listing thepossible warnings on the nextpage.

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Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed( 38)

Lights up ABS fault ( 38)

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ABS self-diagnosis notcompleted

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible cause:The ABS function is notavailable, because self-diagnosis did not complete. Themotorcycle has to move forwarda few metres for the wheelsensors to be tested.

Pull away slowly. Bear in mindthat the ABS function is notavailable until self-diagnosis hascompleted.

ABS faultABS warning light shows.

Possible cause:The ABS control unit has detec-ted a fault. The ABS function isnot available.

You can continue to ride themotorcycle, but make due pro-vision for the fact that the ABSfunction is not available. Bearin mind the more detailed in-formation on situations that canlead to an ABS fault ( 95).Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ASC warningsMode of presentation

with Automatic Stability Con-trol OE

ASC warnings are indicated byASC warning light 1.The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad ASC start onpage ( 96), and you will findan overview listing the possiblewarnings on the next page.

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Quick-flashes ASC intervention ( 40)

Slow-flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 40)

Lights up ASC deactivated ( 40)

Lights up ASC fault ( 40)

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ASC interventionASC warning light quick-flashes.

The ASC has detected a degreeof instability at the rear wheeland has intervened to reducetorque. The warning light flashesfor longer than ASC interventionlasts. This affords the rider visualfeedback on control interventioneven after the critical situationhas been dealt with.

Self-diagnosis notcompleted

ASC warning light slow-flashes.

Possible cause:Self-diagnosis did not complete,so the ASC function is not avail-able. The engine must be run-ning and the motorcycle mustreach a speed of at least 5 km/hin order for ASC self-diagnosis tocomplete.

Pull away slowly. Bear in mindthat the ASC function is notavailable until self-diagnosis hascompleted.

ASC deactivatedASC warning light shows.

Possible cause:The rider has switched off theASC system.


Activating ASC function( 66).

ASC faultASC warning light shows.

Possible cause:The ASC control unit has detec-ted a fault. The ASC function isnot available.

You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that the ASC function

is not available. Bear in mindthe more detailed informationon situations that can lead toan ASC fault ( 97).Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

RDC warningsMode of presentation


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Warning symbol 2 indicates acritical tyre pressure; the corres-ponding reading flashes.If the critical value is close to thelimit of the permissible tolerancerange, 'General' warning light 1shows yellow. If the tyre pres-sure registered by the sensoris outside the permissible toler-ance range, the 'General' warninglight 1 flashes red.

The critical tyre press of the frontwheel 3 or as applicable the rearwheel 4 flashes.


The critical tyre press of the frontwheel 3 or as applicable the rearwheel 4 flashes.

The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad RDC start onpage ( 98), and you will findan overview listing the possiblewarnings on the next page.

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Tyre pressure close to limit of permittedtolerance ( 43)

The critical tyrepressure flashes.

Flashes red Appears on the dis-play

Tyre pressure outside permitted toler-ance ( 43)

The critical tyrepressure flashes.

"--" or "-- --"is displayed.

Signal transmission disrupted ( 43)


Sensor defective or system error( 44)

"--" or "-- --"is displayed.

Lights up yellow RDC Appears onthe display

Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak( 45)


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Tyre pressure closeto limit of permittedtolerance


Tyre symbol appears onthe display.

The critical tyre pressure flashes.Possible cause:Measured tyre pressure is closeto the limit of permitted toler-ance.

Correct the tyre pressure asstated on the inside cover ofthe Rider's Manual.

Before you adjust tyre pres-sure, read the information

on temperature compensationand adjusting pressure in thesection entitled "Engineeringdetails".

Tyre pressure outsidepermitted tolerance

General warning lightflashes red.


The critical tyre pressure flashes.Possible cause:Measured tyre pressure is out-side permitted tolerance.

Check the tyre for damage andto ascertain whether the mo-torcycle can be ridden with thetyre in its present condition.

If the motorcycle can be riddenwith the tyre in its present condi-tion:

Incorrect tyre pressures im-pair the motorcycle's hand-

ling characteristics.If tyre pressure is incorrect it isessential to adapt your style ofriding accordingly.

Correct the tyre pressure at theearliest possible opportunity.

Before you adjust tyre pres-sure, read the information

on temperature compensationand adjusting pressure in thesection entitled "Engineeringdetails".

Have the tyre checked fordamage by a specialistworkshop, preferably anauthorised BMW Motorraddealer.

If you are unsure whether themotorcycle can be ridden withthe tyre in its present condition:

Do not continue your journey.Notify the breakdown service.

Signal transmissiondisrupted"--" or "-- --" is displayed.

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Possible cause:The motorcycle has not yet ac-celerated past the threshold ofapproximately 30 km/h. TheRDC sensors do not start trans-mitting signals until the motor-cycle reaches a speed abovethis threshold for the first time( 98).

Increase speed above thisthreshold and observe the RDCreadings. Assume that a per-manent fault has not occurredunless the 'General' warninglight comes on to accompanythe symptoms. Under thesecircumstances:Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Possible cause:Wireless communication with theRDC sensors has been disrupted.Possible causes include radio-communication systems operat-ing in the vicinity and interferingwith the link between the RDCcontrol unit and the sensors.

Move to another location andobserve the RDC readings. As-sume that a permanent faulthas not occurred unless the'General' warning light comeson to accompany the symp-toms. Under these circum-stances:Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Sensor defective orsystem error



"--" or "-- --" is displayed.Possible cause:Motorcycle is fitted with wheelsnot equipped with RDC sensors.

Fit wheels and tyres equippedwith RDC sensors.

Possible cause:One or two RDC sensors havefailed.

Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Possible cause:A system error has occurred.

Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

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Battery of tyre-pressuresensor weak


RDC appears on the display.Battery symbol appears onthe display.

This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-

ride check completes.

Possible cause:The integral battery in the tyre-pressure sensor has lost a sig-nificant proportion of its originalcapacity. There is no assuranceof how long the tyre pressurecontrol system can remain opera-tional.


Anti-theft alarmwarningsMode of presentation

with anti-theft alarm (DWA)OE

Anti-theft alarm warnings appearin panel 2 in combination withthe 'General' warning light 1showing after the Pre-RideCheck and relate to the capacityof the internal battery thatsupplies power to the anti-theftalarm.The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 47)


Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 47)

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Anti-theft alarm batteryweakDWA appears on the display.




Possible cause:The integral battery in the anti-theft alarm has lost a significantproportion of its original capa-city. There is no assurance ofhow long the anti-theft alarm canremain operational if the motor-cycle's battery is disconnected.


Anti-theft alarm batteryflat



DWA appears on the display.



Possible cause:The integral battery in the anti-theft alarm has lost its entire ori-ginal capacity. There is no assur-ance that the anti-theft alarm willbe operational if the motorcycle'sbattery is disconnected.


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Operation

Operation

Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . 51

Electronic immobiliser (EWS) . . . . . . . 52

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 59

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Emergency off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Grip heating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Automatic Stability Control ASC . . . . 65

Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Handlebars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Electronic Suspension AdjustmentESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Stowage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive two master keys andone spare key. Please consultthe information on the electronicimmobiliser (EWS) if a key is lostor mislaid ( 52).Ignition switch and steering lock,tank filler cap lock and the seatand case locks are all operatedwith the same key.

with large topcaseOA

orwith small topcaseOA

If you wish you can arrange tohave the topcase fitted with alock that can be opened with thiskey as well. Consult a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Switching on ignition

Turn the key to position 1.Side light and all function cir-cuits switched on.Engine can be started.Pre-ride check is performed.( 85)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 85)with Automatic Stability Con-trol OE

ASC self-diagnosis is per-formed. ( 86)

Switching off ignition

Turn the key to position 2.Lights switched off.Handlebars not locked.Key can be removed.Electrically powered accessor-ies remain operational for a lim-ited period of time.The battery can be rechargedvia the on-board socket.

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Lock the handlebars

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface of

the ground will determine wheth-er it is better to turn the handle-bars to the left or right. However,the motorcycle is more stable ona level surface with the handle-bars turned to the left than withthe handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars to the left to set thesteering lock.

Turn the handlebars to the fullleft or right lock position.

Turn the key to position 3,while moving the handlebarsslightly.Ignition, lights and all functioncircuits switched off.Handlebars locked.Key can be removed.

Electronic immobiliser(EWS)Protection against theftThe electronic immobiliser helpsprotect your BMW motorcyclefrom theft, and this enhanced se-curity is at your disposal withoutany need for you to set paramet-ers or activate additional systems.The engine of a motorcycle fit-ted with this electronic immobil-iser can be started only with thekeys that belong to the vehicle.You can also have your author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer barindividual keys, for example if aparticular key goes missing. The

engine cannot be started with akey that has been barred.

In-key electronicsThe motorcycle's electronicsexchange certain continuouslychanging signals with the elec-tronics in the key; these signalsare specific to your motorcycleand they are transmitted via thering aerial in the ignition lock.The ignition is not enabled forstarting until the key has beenrecognised as "authorised" foryour motorcycle.

A spare key attached tothe same ring as the ig-

nition key used to start the en-gine could "irritate" the electron-ics, in which case the enablingsignal for starting is not issued.The EWS warning appears in themultifunction display.Always keep the spare key sep-arately from the ignition key.

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Replacement and extrakeysYou can obtain replacement/extrakeys only through an authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer. The keysare part of an integrated secur-ity system, so the dealer is un-der an obligation to check thelegitimacy of all applications forreplacement/extra keys. If youwant to have a lost key barred,you have to bring with you allthe other keys that belong tothe motorcycle. A key that hasbeen barred can subsequently becleared and reactivated for use.

ClockSetting clock

Attempting to set the clockwhile riding the motorcycle

can lead to accidents.Set the clock only when the mo-torcycle is stationary.

Switch on the ignition.

Press and hold down button 1.Hours reading 2 flashes.Press button 1.The hours reading incrementsby one each time you pressthe button.Press and hold down button 1.Minutes reading 3 flashes.Press button 1.The minutes reading incre-ments by one each time youpress the button.

Either press and hold downbutton 1 or wait without press-ing a button.The clock is now set and thetime appears on the display.

Odometer andtripmetersSelecting odometer


Press button 1.

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The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:

Tripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tripmeter 2 (Trip II)Residual range (once fuel levelis down to reserve)with tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OE

Tyre pressures


Alternatively, press button 2.

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on the ignition.Select the desired tripmeter.

Press and hold down button 1.The tripmeter is reset to zero.


Alternatively, press button 2.

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Residual rangewithout on-board computerOE

The residual-range readout 1 in-dicates how far you can ride withthe fuel remaining in the tank.This reading is not displayed untilfuel level has dropped to reserve.This distance is calculated on thebasis of fuel level and averageconsumption.When refuelling after running onreserve, make sure that you topup the tank to a level above re-serve, as otherwise the sensorwill not be able to register thenew level. If the sensor cannotregister the new level neither

the fuel-level reading nor theresidual-range readout can beupdated.

The calculated range is anapproximate value. Con-

sequently, BMW Motorrad re-commends that you should nottry to use the full residual rangebefore refuelling.

Multifunction displayAdjust the dimmer

Attempting to adjust thedimmer while riding the

motorcycle can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust the

dimmer unless the motorcycleis at a standstill.

Press button 1.The level of dimming appearsin display field 2.Press button 1 again.The brightness of the dis-play increases one level eachtime you press the button.Each time you press the buttonafter maximum brightness isreached, brightness is reducedby one level.

On-board computerwith on-board computerOE

Selecting readingsSwitch on the ignition.

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Press button 1.

The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:

Ambient temperature

RangeAverage speedAverage consumptionOil levelwith tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OE

Tyre pressures

Ambient temperature

When the motorcycle is at astandstill the heat of the enginecan falsify ambient-temperaturereading 1. If the effect of the en-gine's heat becomes excessive,-- temporarily appears on thedisplay.

If ambient temperaturedrops below 3 °C a warn-

ing appears, drawing your atten-tion to the risk of black ice form-ing. The display automaticallyswitches from any other modeto the temperature reading whenthe temperature drops below thisthreshold for the first time.

Range

The description of the residual-range function ( 55) also cov-ers range readout 1. You canalso view the range before thefuel level drops to reserve.

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A special average-consumptionfigure is used to calculate range;this figure is not necessarily thesame as the value you can callup for viewing on the display.When the motorcycle is proppedon its side stand the slight angleof inclination means that thesensor cannot register the fuellevel correctly. This is the reasonwhy the range is calculated onlywhen the motorcycle is on themove.

The calculated range is onlyan approximate reading.

Consequently, BMW Motorradrecommends that you should nottry to use the full range beforerefuelling.

Average speed

Average speed 1 is calculatedon the basis of the time elapsedsince the last reset. Timesduring which the engine wasstopped are excluded from thecalculation.

Resetting average speedSwitch on the ignition.Select average speed.

Press and hold down button 1.Average speed is reset to zero.

Average consumption

Average consumption 1 is cal-culated by dividing the distancecovered since the last reset by

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the corresponding amount of fuelused.

Reset the averageconsumption

Switch on the ignition.Select average speed.

Press and hold down button 1.Average consumption is resetto zero.

Oil level

Oil-level indicator 1 gives youan indication of the engine oillevel. You can call up this read-ing only when the motorcycle isat a standstill.

The preconditions for the oil levelcheck are as follows:

Engine at operating temperat-ure.Engine idling for at least 10seconds.Side stand retracted.Make sure the motorcycle isupright.

The readings mean:

Oil level is correct

Check the oil level with thedipstick the next time you

stop for fuel. If you call up anoth-er reading on the on-board com-puter, this symbol remains visibleuntil the sensor again registers acorrect oil level.

Oil level cannot be meas-ured (conditions as stated

above not satisfied).

The most recently measuredlevel is displayed for 5 secondswhen you next switch on the ig-nition.

The oil-level sensor mightbe defective if the "Check

oil level" message appears eventhough the oil level in the oilsight glass is correct. In thiscase, consult your authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer.

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Tyre pressuremonitoring RDC


Viewing tyre-pressurereadings


Repeatedly press button 1, un-til the tyre pressures are dis-played in the odometer panel.

The tyre pressures are shown,accompanied by the wordingRDC. The front tyre pressureis on the left; the reading onthe right is the rear tyre pres-sure. The tyre-pressure readingsare based on a reference tyretemperature of 20 °C. -- --appears directly after the ig-nition is switched on, becausethe sensors do not transmit tyrepressures until the first time themotorcycle accelerates to morethan 30 km/h.

Indicates the reading fortyre pressures.


The tyre pressures are displayedas an additional set of readingsby the on-board computer.

LightsSide lightThe side lights switch on auto-matically when the ignition isswitched on.

The side lights placea strain on the battery.

Do not switch the ignition

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on for longer than absolutelynecessary.

Low-beam headlightThe low-beam headlight switcheson automatically when you startthe engine.

When the engine is notrunning you can switch on

the lights by switching on the ig-nition and either switching on thehigh-beam headlight or operatingthe headlight flasher.

High-beam headlight

Press the high-beam headlightswitch 1 forwards.High-beam headlight switchedon.Return the high-beam head-light switch 1 to its initial posi-tion.High-beam headlight switchedoff.Pull the high-beam headlightswitch 1 to the rear.The high-beam headlight isswitched on until you releasethe button (headlight flasher).

Switching on parkinglights

Switch off the ignition.

Immediately after switching offthe ignition, press turn-indicatorbutton 1 to the left and holddown.Parking light switches on.

Switching off parkinglights

Switch the ignition on and thenoff again.Parking lights switched off.

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Turn indicatorsOperating turn indicators

Push turn-indicator button 1 tothe left.Left-hand turn indicatorsswitched on.Telltale light for left-hand turnindicators flashes.Push the turn-indicator buttonto the right.Right-hand turn indicatorsswitched on.Telltale light for right-hand turnindicator flashes.

Centre the turn-indicatorswitch.Flashing turn indicatorsswitched off.Turn indicator telltale light isoff.

Hazard warningflashersSwitch on the hazardwarning flashers


The hazard warning flash-ers place a strain on the

battery. Do not use the hazardwarning flashers for longer thanabsolutely necessary.

Press button 1 for the hazardwarning flashers.

If you press a turn-indicat-or button with the ignition

switched on, the turn-indicatorfunction is activated instead ofthe hazard warning flashers, andremains active until you releasethe button. The hazard warningflashers recommence flashing assoon as the button is released.

The hazard warning flashersare switched on.Left and right turn indicatortelltale lights flash.Switch off the ignition.

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The hazard warning flasherscontinue to operate.Left and right turn indicatortelltale lights are off.

Switch off the hazardwarning flashers

Press button 1 for the hazardwarning flashers.Hazard warning flashersswitched off.

Emergency off switch(kill switch)

1 Emergency off switch (killswitch)

Operating the kill switchwhen riding can cause

the rear wheel to lock and thuscause a fall.Do not operate the kill switchwhen riding.

The emergency off switch is akill switch for switching off theengine quickly and easily.

a Engine switched offb Normal operating position

(run)

Grip heatingwith heated handlebar grips OE

Operating grip heatingStart the engine.

Grip heating can be activ-ated only when the en-

gine is running. If the engine isswitched off, grip heating mustbe reactivated once the engine isswitched on again.

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The increase in power con-sumption caused by the

grip heating can drain the bat-tery if you are riding at low en-gine speeds. If the charge levelis low, grip heating is switchedoff to ensure the battery's start-ing capability.

Press button 1 to adjust theheating stage.

The handlebar grips have two-stage heating. Stage two is forheating the grips quickly: it is ad-visable to switch back to stageone as soon as the grips arewarm. Grip heating can be ac-tivated only when the engine isrunning.

Repeatedly press button 1 untilthe desired heating stage ap-pears on the display.

50% heating power

100% heating power

The selected heating stage willbe saved if you allow a certainlength of time to pass withoutmaking further changes.

Seat heatingwith seat heatingOE

Front-seat heating

1 Front seat heating switch

The front seat has two-stageheating. Stage two is for heatingthe seat quickly: it is advisable toswitch back to stage one as soonas the seat is warm.

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Seat heating can be ac-tivated only when the en-

gine is running. If the engine isswitched off, seat heating mustbe reactivated once the engine isswitched on again.


seat heating can drain the bat-tery if you are riding at low en-gine speeds. If the charge levelis low, seat heating is switchedoff to ensure the battery's start-ing capability.

Rear seat heating

1 Rear seat heating switch

The rear seat has two-stageheating. Stage two is for heatingthe seat quickly: it is advisable toswitch back to stage one as soonas the seat is warm.

Seat heating can be ac-tivated only when the en-

gine is running. If the engine isswitched off, seat heating mustbe reactivated once the engine isswitched on again.


seat heating can drain the bat-tery if you are riding at low en-gine speeds. If the charge levelis low, seat heating is switchedoff to ensure the battery's start-ing capability.

2 Switch centred: Heatingoff.

3 Switch at point one: 50%heating power.

4 Switch at point two: 100%heating power.

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Indicator in multifunctiondisplay

The symbols shown below ap-pear on the display to indicatewhich heating stage has beenselected:

Front seat, 50 % heatingpower

Front seat, 100 % heatingpower

Rear seat, 50 % heatingpower

Rear seat, 100 % heatingpower

Automatic StabilityControl ASC


Deactivate the ASCfunction


You have the option of de-activating the ASC function

while the motorcycle is on themove.

Press and hold down ASC but-ton 1.

ASC warning light starts toshow.

Release the ASC button withintwo seconds.

ASC warning light remainsON.

The ASC function is deactiv-ated.

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Activating ASC function

Press and hold down ASC but-ton 1.

ASC warning light goes out;if self-diagnosis has not

completed the ASC warning lightstarts flashing.

Release the ASC button withintwo seconds.

The ASC warning light re-mains off or continues to

flash.

The ASC function is activated.Instead of pressing the ASCbutton, you have the option of

switching the ignition off andthen on again.

An ASC fault has occurredif the ASC warning light

shows when the motorcycle ac-celerates to a speed in excessof 10 km/h after the ignition wasswitched off and then on again.

Cruise-control systemwith cruise control systemOE

Switching on cruisecontrol

Slide switch 1 to the right.Button 2 is operational.

Setting road speed

Briefly push button 2 towardsthe front.

Cruise control can be usedin the speed range from

50 km/h to 180 km/h.

Telltale light for cruise con-trol shows.

The motorcycle maintains yourcurrent cruising speed and thesetting is saved.

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Step-by-step acceleration

Briefly push button 2 towardsthe front.Speed is increased by approx.2 km/h each time you push thebutton, and the new setting issaved.

Stepless acceleration

Push and hold button 2 to-wards the front.The motorcycle acceleratessteplessly.Release button 2.The motorcycle maintains yourcurrent cruising speed and thesetting is saved.

Step-by-step deceleration

Briefly push button 2 towardsthe back.Speed is decreased by approx.2 km/h each time you push thebutton, and the new setting issaved.

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Stepless deceleration

Push and hold button 2 to-wards the back.The motorcycle deceleratessteplessly.Release button 2.The motorcycle maintains yourcurrent cruising speed and thesetting is saved.

Deactivate cruise controlApply the brakes or pull theclutch or close the throttle (turnthe throttle twistgrip back pastthe idle position).

The cruise-control system isdeactivated.Telltale light for cruise-controlgoes out.

Resuming former cruisingspeed

Briefly push button 2 towardsthe back.

Opening the throttle doesnot deactivate the cruise-

control system. If you releasethe twistgrip the motorcycle willdecelerate only to the cruisingspeed saved in memory, even

though you might have intendedslowing to a lower speed.

Telltale light for cruise con-trol shows.

The motorcycle resumes theprevious cruising speed.

Switch off cruise control

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

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Seat heightAdjusting seat height

Remove the front seat ( 78).

Pull seat-height adjuster 1 tothe limit position.

Push the seat height adjusterfully forward and up or down,as applicable.Limit position a: high seat pos-ition.Limit position b: low seat posi-tion.Installing front seat ( 78).

WindscreenAdjusting windscreen


Press the top section of but-ton 1.Windscreen higherPress the bottom section ofbutton 1.Windscreen lower

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

If the position of the clutchfluid reservoir is changed,

air can enter the clutch system.Do not twist the handlebar fittingor the handlebars.

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Attempting to adjust theclutch lever while riding the

motorcycle can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust theclutch lever unless the motor-cycle is at a standstill.

Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw is easi-er to turn if you push the

clutch lever forward.

Span between handlebar gripand clutch lever increases.Turn adjusting screw 1counter-clockwise.

Span between handlebar gripand clutch lever decreases.

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

allow air to penetrate the brakesystem.Do not twist the handlebar fittingor the handlebars.

Attempting to adjust thebrake lever while riding the

motorcycle can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust thebrake lever unless the motorcycleis at a standstill.

Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw is easi-er to turn if you push the

handbrake lever forward.

Span between handlebar gripand handbrake lever increases.Turn adjusting screw 1counter-clockwise.Span between handlebar gripand handlebar lever decreases.

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HandlebarsAdjustable handlebars

Handlebars 1 are height-ad-justable. If you want to have thehandlebars adjusted consult aspecialist workshop, preferably anauthorised BMW Motorrad deal-er.

MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Pivot the mirror to the correctposition by pressing gently atthe edge.

Spring preloadSettingIt is essential to set spring pre-load of the rear suspension tosuit the load carried by the mo-torcycle. Increase spring preloadwhen the motorcycle is heavilyloaded and reduce spring preload

accordingly when the motorcycleis lightly loaded.

Adjusting spring preloadfor rear wheel

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Your motorcycle's hand-ling will suffer if you do not

match the spring-preload anddamping-characteristic settings.Adjust the damping characteristicto suit spring preload.

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Adjusting spring preloadwhile the motorcycle is be-

ing ridden can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust springpreload unless the motorcycle isat a standstill.

If you want to increase springpreload, turn knob 1 in the dir-ection indicated by the HIGHarrow.If you want to reduce springpreload, turn knob 1 in the dir-ection indicated by the LOWarrow.

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

without Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA II) OE

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

Turn the knob as far as it willgo in the direction indicatedby the LOW arrow and thenturn it back 13 clicks in thedirection indicated by theHIGH arrow. (Full load offuel, with rider 85 kg)

DampingSettingDamping must be adapted to suitthe surface on which the motor-cycle is ridden and to suit springpreload.

An uneven surface requiressofter damping than a smoothsurface.An increase in spring preloadrequires firmer damping, a re-duction in spring preload re-quires softer damping.

Adjusting damping forrear wheel


Adjust the damping character-istic, using the tool from theon-board toolkit to turn adjust-ing screw 1.

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If you want a harder dampingcharacteristic, turn adjustingscrew 1 in the direction indic-ated by the H arrow.If you want a softer dampingcharacteristic, turn adjustingscrew 1 in the direction indic-ated by the S arrow.

Basic setting of rear-sus-pension damping charac-

teristic

without Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA II) OE

Basic setting of rear-sus-pension damping charac-

teristic

Turn the adjusting screw asfar as it will go in the dir-ection indicated by the Harrow and then turn it backone and a half turns in thedirection indicated by the Sarrow. (Full load of fuel, withrider 85 kg)

Electronic SuspensionAdjustment ESA

with Electronic Suspension Ad-justment (ESA II) OE

SettingsElectronic Suspension Adjust-ment ESA provides a convenientway of adapting the motorcycleto the load it carries and the sur-face over which you intend riding.In order for this to happen, the

load status must be set and thedesired riding mode selected.

The selected riding mode isdisplayed in panel 1 of themultifunction display and the loadstatus is displayed in panel 2.Three load statuses can beset, with any of the three ridingmodes available for each one.The clock is not shown while theESA readout is active.

Further information on the ESAElectronic Suspension Adjust-ment system can be found on onpage ( 99).

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Calling up settingsSwitch on the ignition.

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.The reading remains visible fora few seconds before disap-pearing automatically.

Setting the riding modeStart the engine.

The riding mode can be setwhile the motorcycle is in

motion.

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.Press button 1 once at eachstep.

The display field starts at thecurrent status and cycles throughthe following sequence:

COMF: comfort modeNORM: normal modeSPORT: sport modeThe setting shown on the dis-play is automatically acceptedas the riding mode if you al-low a certain length of time topass without making further

changes. The display is auto-matically hidden again shortlyafter the settings are com-pleted.

Setting the load statusStart the engine.

The load status cannot beset while the motorcycle is

in motion.

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.Press and hold down button 1until the reading changes.

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The display field starts at thecurrent status and cycles throughthe following sequence:

One-up

One-up with luggage

Two-up (with luggage)

The setting shown on the dis-play is automatically accep-ted as the load status if youallow a certain length of timeto pass without making furtherchanges.

TyresChecking tyre pressure

Incorrect tyre pressures im-pair the motorcycle's hand-

ling characteristics and increasethe rate of tyre wear.

Always check that the tyre pres-sures are correct.

At high road speeds, tyrevalves installed perpen-

dicular to the wheel rim have atendency to open as a result ofcentrifugal force.In order to avoid a sudden loss oftyre pressure, fit a valve cap withrubber sealing ring to the reartyre and make sure that the capis screwed on firmly.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Check tyre pressures againstthe data below.

Tyre pressure, front

2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold)

2.5 bar (two-up and/or withluggage, tyre cold)

Tyre pressure, rear

2.9 bar (one-up, tyre cold)

2.9 bar (two-up and/or withluggage, tyre cold)

If tyre pressure is too low:Correct tyre pressure.

HeadlightAdjusting headlight fordriving on left/driving onrightIf the motorcycle is ridden in acountry where the opposite ruleof the road applies, its asymmet-ric low-beam headlight will tendto dazzle oncoming traffic.Have the headlight set accord-ingly by a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

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Commercially available ad-hesive tape will damage the

plastic lens of the light.Consult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer, in order to avoiddamaging the plastic lens of thelight.

Headlight beam throw andspring preloadHeadlight beam throw is gener-ally kept constant when springpreload is adjusted to suit load.Spring preload adjustment mightnot suffice only if the motorcycleis very heavily loaded. Underthese circumstances, headlightbeam throw has to be adjustedto suit the weight carried by themotorcycle.

Consult a specialist work-shop, preferably an au-

thorised BMW Motorrad deal-er, if you are unsure whether

the headlight basic setting iscorrect.

Headlight beam-throwadjustment

1 Headlight beam-throw ad-justment

Spring preload adjustment mightnot suffice if the motorcycle isvery heavily loaded. Moving thepivot lever adjusts headlightbeam throw so as not to dazzleoncoming traffic.

a Neutral positionb Position for heavy load

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Stowage compartmentOperating the stowagecompartment

Use the ignition key to turnlock barrel 1 to right angleswith the forward direction oftravel.Lock of the stowage compart-ment locked.Turn the lock barrel 1 in direc-tion of travel using the ignitionkey.Lock of the stowage compart-ment unlocked.

To open the lid, push the un-locked lock barrel downwards.The lid opens.

Front and rear seatsRemove the rear seat


Turn the key anti-clockwise inthe seat lock 1.

Lift the seat at the rear andrelease the key.

with seat heatingOE

Disconnect plug 2 usinglatch 3.

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Pull the seat to the rear to re-lease it from its holders.Place the seat, upholsteredside down, on a clean surface.

Remove the front seatRemove the rear seat ( 77).

Lift the rear of the front seat.

with seat heatingOE

Disconnect plug 2 usinglatch 3.

Lift the seat up to remove.Place the seat, upholsteredside down, on a clean surface.

Installing front seatwith seat heatingOE

Connect plug 2.

Push the front seat forward in-to seat height adjuster 4. Make

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sure that the seat is correctlylocated.Installing rear seat ( 79).

Installing rear seatInstalling front seat ( 78).with seat heatingOE

Connect plug 2.

Slide the rear seat underneathfront seat a and push it downfirmly at the rear b.The seat engages with an aud-ible click.

Helmet holderRemove the rear seat ( 77).

The helmet catch canscratch the panelling.

Make sure the lock is out of theway when you hook the helmetinto position.

Hang the helmet's chinstrap onhelmet holder 1.Installing rear seat ( 79).

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Riding

Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Securing motorcycle for transporta-tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

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Safety instructionsRider's equipmentDo not ride without the correctclothing. Always wear:

HelmetMotorcycling jacket andtrousersGlovesBoots

This applies even to short jour-neys, and to every season ofthe year. Your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer will be glad toadvise you on the correct cloth-ing for every purpose.

SpeedIf you ride at high speed, alwaysbear in mind that various bound-ary conditions can adversely af-fect the handling of your motor-cycle:

Settings of the spring-strut andshock-absorber systemImbalanced loadLoose clothingInsufficient tyre pressurePoor tyre treadEtc.

Correct loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.Do not exceed the permissiblegross weight and be sure tocomply with the instructions onloading.

Alcohol and drugs

Even small amounts ofalcohol or drugs will ad-

versely affect your perceptionand your ability to assess situ-ations and make decisions, andslow down your reflexes. Med-ication can exacerbate these ef-fects.

Do not ride your motorcycle afterconsuming alcohol, drugs and/ormedication.

Risk of poisoningExhaust fumes contain carbonmonoxide, which is colourlessand odourless but highly toxic.

Inhaling the exhaust fumestherefore represents a

health hazard and can evencause loss of consciousness withfatal consequences.Do not inhale exhaust fumes.Do not run the engine in an en-closed space.

High voltage

Touching live parts of theignition system with the

engine running can cause electricshock.Do not touch parts of the igni-tion system when the engine isrunning.

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Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, observe the fol-lowing points:

Do not run the fuel tank dry.Do not attempt to start or runthe engine with a spark-plugcap disconnected.Stop the engine immediately ifit misfires.Use only unleaded fuel.Comply with all specified main-tenance intervals.

Unburned fuel will destroythe catalytic converter.

Note the points listed for protec-tion of the catalytic converter.

Risk of fireTemperatures at the exhaust arehigh.

Flammable materials (e.g.hay, leaves, grass, clothing

and luggage, etc.) could igniteif allowed to come into contactwith the hot exhaust pipe.Do not permit flammable materi-als to come into contact with thehot exhaust system.

Cooling would beinadequate if the engine

were allowed to idle for a lengthyperiod with the motorcycle ata standstill: overheating wouldresult. In extreme cases, themotorcycle could catch fire.Do not allow the engine to idleunnecessarily. Ride away imme-diately after starting the engine.

Tampering with thecontrol unit of theelectronic engine-management system

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can damage

the motorcycle and cause acci-dents.Do not tamper with the enginecontrol unit.

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can result in

mechanical loads that the mo-torcycle's components are notdesigned to withstand. Damagecaused in this way is not coveredby the warranty.Do not tamper with the enginecontrol unit.

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ChecklistUse the following checklist tocheck important functions, set-tings and wear limits before youride off.

BrakesBrake-fluid levels, front and rearClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTyre-tread depth and tyrepressuresCases correctly installed andluggage secured

At regular intervals:Engine oil level (every refuellingstop)Brake-pad wear (every thirdrefuelling stop)

StartingSide standYou cannot start the motorcyclewith the side stand extended anda gear engaged. The engine willswitch itself off if you start it withthe gearbox in neutral and thenengage a gear before retractingthe side stand.

GearboxYou can start the engine whenthe gearbox is in neutral or if youpull the clutch with a gear en-gaged. Do not pull the clutch un-til after you have switched on theignition, as otherwise the enginewill refuse to start. When thegearbox is in neutral, the greenneutral telltale light is on and thegear indicator in the multifunctiondisplay shows N.

Starting engineSwitch on the ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 85)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 85)with Automatic Stability Con-trol OE

ASC self-diagnosis is per-formed. ( 86)

Press starter button 1.

If ambient temperatures arevery low, you might find it

necessary to open the throttleslightly when starting the engine.

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At ambient temperatures below0 °C, disengage the clutch afterswitching on the ignition.

The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-

tery voltage is too low. Rechargethe battery before you start theengine, or use jump leads and adonor battery to start.

The engine starts.Consult the troubleshootingchart below if the engine re-fuses to start. ( 144)

Pre-ride checkThe instrument panel runs a testof the 'General' warning lightwhen the ignition is switchedon: this is the "Pre-Ride-Check"The warning light shows first redand then yellow, so that you cancheck that it is in working order.The test is aborted if you startthe engine before it completes.

For initialisation, the exhaust flapis opened fully once and thenclosed again.

Phase 1General warning light showsred.

CHECK! appears on the dis-play.

Phase 2General warning light showsyellow.

CHECK! appears on the dis-play.with cruise control systemOE

The SET light lights up.

If the 'General' warning light doesnot show:

Some malfunctions cannotbe indicated if the 'Gener-

al' warning light cannot be dis-played.

Check that the 'General' warninglight comes on, and that it showsred and yellow.

Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ABS self-diagnosisBMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-forms self-diagnosis to ensureits operability. Self-diagnosis isperformed automatically whenyou switch on the ignition. Themotorcycle has to move forwardat a speed above 5 km/h for thewheel sensors to be tested.

Phase 1Test of the diagnosis-compat-ible system components withthe motorcycle at a standstill.


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Possible national variant ofthe ABS warning light.

Phase 2Test of the wheel sensors asthe motorcycle pulls away fromrest.


Possible national variant ofthe ABS warning light.

ABS self-diagnosiscompleted

The ABS warning light goesout.

If an indicator showing an ABSfault appears when ABS self-dia-gnosis completes:

You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that neither the ABSfunction nor the integral brak-ing function is available.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by a

specialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ASC self-diagnosiswith Automatic Stability Con-trol OE

BMW Motorrad ASC performsself-diagnosis to ensure its op-erability. Self-diagnosis is per-formed automatically when youswitch on the ignition. The en-gine must be running and themotorcycle must reach a speedof at least 5 km/h in order forASC self-diagnosis to complete.

Phase 1Test of the diagnosis-compat-ible system components withthe motorcycle at a standstill.


Phase 2Test of the diagnosis-compat-ible system components whilethe motorcycle is on the move.


ASC self-diagnosiscompleted

The ASC symbol no longershows.

If an indicator showing an ASCfault appears when ASC self-diagnosis completes:

You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that the ASC functionis not available.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

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Running inThe first 1000 km

While running in the motor-cycle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently.Try to do most of your rid-ing during this initial period ontwisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-ing high-speed main roads andhighways if possible.

Exceeding the specified en-gine speeds while running

in will lead to increased enginewear.Keep to the specified enginespeeds for running in.

Do not exceed the rpm limitsrecommended for running in.

Running-in speed

<7000 min-1

No full-load acceleration.

Avoid low engine speeds at fullload.Do not omit the first inspectionafter 500 - 1200 km.

Brake padsNew brake pads must "beddown" and therefore do notachieve their optimum frictionlevels during the first 500 km.You can compensate for thisinitial reduction in brakingefficiency by exerting greaterpressure on the levers.

New brake pads can ex-tend stopping distance by a

significant margin.Apply the brakes in good time.

TyresNew tyres have a smooth sur-face. This must be roughened byriding in a restrained manner atvarious heel angles until the tyresare run in. This running in pro-

cedure is essential if the tyres areto achieve maximum grip.

Tyres do not have their fullgrip when new and there

is a risk of accidents at extremeangles of heel.Avoid extreme angles of heel.

BrakesHow can stoppingdistance be minimised?Each time the brakes are applied,a load distribution shift takesplace with the load shifting for-ward from the rear to the frontwheel. The sharper the motor-cycle decelerates, the more loadis shifted to the front wheel. Thehigher the wheel load, the morebraking force can be transmittedwithout the wheel locking.To optimise stopping distance,apply the front brakes rapidly andkeep on increasing the force youapply to the brake lever. This

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makes the best possible useof the dynamic increase in loadat the front wheel. Rememberto pull the clutch at the sametime. In the "panic braking situ-ations" that are trained so fre-quently braking force is appliedas rapidly as possible and withthe rider's full force applied tothe brake levers; under these cir-cumstances the dynamic shiftin load distribution cannot keeppace with the increase in de-celeration and the tyres cannottransmit the full braking force tothe surface of the road. ABS hasto intervene to keep the frontwheel from locking; this increasesstopping distance.

Descending mountainpasses

There is a danger of thebrakes fading if you use

only the rear brakes when des-cending mountain passes. Under

extreme conditions, the brakescould overheat and suffer severedamage.With the BMW integratedbrake system, the rear brake isactivated when the handbrakelever is pressed. This protectsagainst overheating.Only use thefront brake and utilise enginebraking.

Wet brakes

After the motorcycle hasbeen washed, ridden

through water or ridden inthe rain, the brake discs andpads might be wet and thebrakes might not take effectimmediately.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have dried out.

Salt on brakes

The brakes may fail to takeeffect immediately if the

motorcycle was ridden on salt-covered roads and the brakeswere not applied for some time.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the salt layer on the brakediscs and brake pads has beenremoved.

Oil or grease on brakes

Oil and grease on the brakediscs and pads considerably

diminish braking efficiency.Especially after repair and main-tenance work, make sure that thebrake discs and brake pads arefree of oil and grease.

Dirt or mud on brakes

When riding on loose sur-faces or muddy roads, the

brakes may fail to take effectimmediately because of dirt or

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moisture on the discs or brakepads.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have beencleaned.

Parking yourmotorcyclePlacing motorcycle onside stand

If the ground is soft or un-even, there is no guaran-

tee that the motorcycle will restfirmly on the stand.Always check that the groundunder the stand is level andfirm.

Switch off the engine.Pull the handbrake lever.Hold the motorcycle uprightand balanced.Use your left foot to extend theside stand fully.

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

of the motorcycle.Do not lean or sit on themotorcycle with the side standextended.

Slowly lean the motorcycle tothe side until its weight is takenby the stand and dismount tothe left.

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface of

the ground will determine wheth-er it is better to turn the handle-bars to the left or right. However,the motorcycle is more stable ona level surface with the handle-bars turned to the left than withthe handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars to the left to set thesteering lock.

Turn the handlebars to full leftor right lock.

Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.

On a gradient, the motor-cycle should always face

uphill; select 1st gear.

Lock the steering lock.

Removing motorcyclefrom side stand

Unlock the steering lock.From the left, grip the handle-bars with both hands.Pull the handbrake lever.Swing your right leg over theseat and lift the motorcycle tothe upright position.Hold the motorcycle uprightand balanced.

An extended side stand cancatch on the ground when

the motorcycle is moving andlead to a fall.Retract the side stand beforemoving the motorcycle.

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Sit on the motorcycle and useyour left foot to retract the sidestand.

Placing motorcycle oncentre stand

If the ground is soft or un-even, there is no guaran-

tee that the motorcycle will restfirmly on the stand.Always check that the groundunder the stand is level andfirm.

Switch off the engine.Dismount and keep your lefthand on the left handlebar grip.With your right hand, grip therear grab handle or the rearframe.Use your right foot on the pinof the centre stand to pressthe stand down until its curvedfeet touch the ground.Place your full body weight onthe centre stand and at the

same time pull the motorcycleto the rear.

Excessive movementscould cause the centre

stand to retract, and themotorcycle would topple inconsequence.Do not lean or sit on the mo-torcycle with the centre standextended.

Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.Lock the steering lock.

Removing motorcyclefrom centre stand

Unlock the steering lock.Place your left hand on the lefthandlebar grip.With your right hand, grip therear grab handle or the rearframe.Push the motorcycle forwardoff the centre stand.

Check that the centre standhas fully retracted.

RefuellingFuel is highly flammable. Anaked flame close to the

fuel tank can cause a fire or ex-plosion.Do not smoke. Never bring anaked flame near the fuel tank.

Fuel expands when hot.Fuel escaping from an

overfilled tank could make its wayonto the rear tyre. This couldcause a fall.Do not fill the tank past the bot-tom edge of the filler neck.

Fuel attacks plastics, whichbecome dull or unsightly.

Wipe off plastic parts immediatelyif they come into contact withfuel.

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Fuel can attack the materialof the windscreen, which

becomes dull or unsightly.Wipe off the windscreen immedi-ately if it comes into contact withfuel.

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Open the protective cap.

Open the fuel tank cap withthe ignition key by turning itcounter-clockwise.

Refuel with fuel of the gradestated below; do not fill the

tank past the bottom edge ofthe filler neck.

Recommended fuelgrade

98 ROZ/RON (Premium plusunleaded)

95 ROZ/RON (Premiumunleaded (fuel grade,usable with power- andconsumption-relatedrestrictions))

Usable fuel capacity

approx. 24 l

Reserve fuel

~4 l

Press the fuel tank cap downfirmly to close.Remove the key and close theprotective cap.

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Securing motorcyclefor transportation

Make sure that all compon-ents that might come into con-tact with straps used to securethe motorcycle are adequatelyprotected against scratching.Z. Use adhesive tape or softcloths, for example, for thispurpose.

The motorcycle can toppleand fall on its side.

Make sure that the motorcyclecannot topple sideways.

Push the motorcycle onto thetransportation flat and hold it inposition: do not place it on theside stand or centre stand.

Risk of damaging compon-ents.

Take care not to trapcomponents such as brake linesor wires.

At the front, place the strapover the frame and route itdownwards.Feed the strap forwardsthrough the wheel carrier andtighten it downwards.

At the rear, secure the strapsto the rear footrests on bothsides and tighten the straps.Tighten all the straps uniformly;the motorcycle's suspensionshould be compressed astightly as possible front andrear.

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Engineering details

Engineering details

Brake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Electronic engine management withBMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 98

Electronic Suspension AdjustmentESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABSPartially integral brakesYour motorcycle is equipped withpartially integral brakes. Bothfront and rear brakes are appliedwhen you pull the handbrakelever. The footbrake lever actsonly on the rear brake.While the brakes are slowing themotorcycle, the BMW MotorradIntegral ABS adapts braking-forcedistribution between front andrear brakes to suit the load onthe motorcycle.

The integral braking func-tion makes it very difficult

to spin the rear wheel by openingthe throttle with the front brakeapplied to keep the motorcyclestationary (burn-out). Attemptedburn-outs can result in damageto the rear brake and the clutch.Do not attempt burn-outs.

How does ABS work?The amount of braking force thatcan be transferred to the roaddepends on factors hat includethe coefficient of friction of theroad surface. Loose stones, iceand snow or a wet road all havemuch lower coefficients of fric-tion than a clean, dry asphalt sur-face. The lower the coefficientof friction, the longer the brakingdistance.If the rider increases brakingpressure to the extent that brak-ing force exceeds the maxim-um transferrable limit, the wheelsstart to lock and the motorcycleloses its directional stability; a fallis imminent. Before this situationcan occur, ABS intervenes andadapts braking pressure to themaximum transferrable brakingforce, so the wheels continueto turn and directional stabilityis maintained irrespective of thecondition of the road surface.

What are the effects ofsurface irregularities?Humps and surface irregular-ities can cause the wheels tolose contact temporarily with theroad surface; if this happens thebraking force that can be trans-mitted to the road can drop tozero. If the brakes are appliedunder these circumstances theABS has to reduce braking forceto ensure that directional sta-bility is maintained when thewheels regain contact with theroad surface. At this instant theBMW Motorrad Integral ABSmust assume an extremely lowcoefficient of friction, so that thewheels will continue to rotate un-der all imaginable circumstances,because this is the preconditionfor ensuring directional stability.As soon as is registers the ac-tual circumstances, the systemreacts instantly and adjusts brak-

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ing force accordingly to achieveoptimum braking.

What feedback does therider receive from theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS?If the ABS system has to reducebraking force on account of thecircumstances described above,vibration is perceptible throughthe handbrake lever.When the handbrake lever ispulled, brake pressure is alsobuilt up at the rear wheel bythe integral function. If thebrake pedal is depressed afterthe handbrake lever is pulled,the brake pressure built upbeforehand is perceptible ascounter-pressure sooner than isthe case when the brake pedal isdepressed either before or at thesame time as the brake lever ispulled.

Rear wheel liftEven under severe braking, ahigh level of tyre grip can meanthat the front wheel does notlock up until very late, if at all.Consequently, ABS does not in-tervene until very late, if at all.Under these circumstances therear wheel can lift off the ground,and the outcome can be a high-siding situation in which the mo-torcycle can flip over.

Severe braking can causethe rear wheel to lift off the

ground.When you brake, bear in mindthat ABS control cannot be reliedon in all circumstances to preventthe rear wheel from lifting clear ofthe ground.

What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad Integral ABS?Within the limits imposed byphysics, the BMW Motorrad In-tegral ABS ensures directionalstability on any surface. The sys-tem is not optimised for specialrequirements that apply underextreme competitive situationsoff-road or on the track.

Special situationsThe speeds of the front and rearwheels are compared as onemeans of detecting a wheel'sincipient tendency to lock. If thesystem registers implausible val-ues for a lengthy period the ABSfunction is deactivated for safetyreasons and an ABS fault mes-sage is issued. Self-diagnos-is has to complete before faultmessages can be issued.In addition to problems with theBMW Motorrad Integral ABS,

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exceptional riding conditions canlead to a fault message beingissued.Exceptional ridingconditions:

Heating up with the motorcycleon the centre stand or an auxil-iary stand, engine idling or witha gear engaged.Rear wheel locked by the en-gine brake for a lengthy period,for example while descendingoff-road.

If a fault message is issued onaccount of exceptional ridingconditions as outlined above, youcan reactivate the ABS functionby switching the ignition off andon again.

What significancedevolves on regularmaintenance?

Invariably, a technical sys-tem cannot perform beyond

the abilities dictated by its levelof maintenance.In order to ensure that the BMWMotorrad ABS is always main-tained in optimum condition, itis essential for you to complystrictly with the specified inspec-tion intervals.

Reserves for safetyThe potentially shorter brakingdistances which BMW MotorradIntegral ABS permits must not beused as an excuse for carelessriding. ABS is primarily a meansof ensuring a safety margin ingenuine emergencies.Take care when cornering. Whenyou apply the brakes on a corner,the motorcycle's weight and

momentum take over and evenBMW Motorrad Integral ABS isunable to counteract their effects.

Electronic enginemanagement with BMWMotorrad ASC


How does ASC work?The BMW Motorrad ASC com-pares the speed of rotation of thefront wheel and the rear wheel.The differential is used to com-pute slip as a measure of thereserves of stability available atthe rear wheel. If slip exceeds acertain limit the electronic enginemanagement system intervenes,adapting engine torque accord-ingly.

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What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad ASC?BMW Motorrad ASC is designedas an assistant system for therider and for use on public roads.The extent to which the rider af-fects ASC control can be consid-erable (weight shifts when cor-nering, items of luggage looseon the motorcycle), especiallywhen style of riding takes riderand machine close to the limitsimposed by physics. The systemis not optimised for special re-quirements that apply under ex-treme competitive situations off-road or on the track. You havethe option of deactivating theBMW Motorrad ASC system forthese circumstances.

Even ASC is constrained bythe laws of physics. Invari-

ably, the rider bears responsibil-ity for assessing road and traffic

conditions and adopting his orher style of riding accordingly.Do not take risks that would neg-ate the additional safety offeredby this system.

Special situationsIn accordance with the laws ofphysics, the ability to accelerateis restricted more and more asthe angle of heel increases. Con-sequently, there can be a per-ceptible lag in acceleration out ofvery tight bends.

The speeds of the front andrear wheels are compared asone means of detecting the rearwheel's incipient tendency tospin or slip sideways. If the sys-tem registers implausible valuesfor a lengthy period the ASCfunction is deactivated for safetyreasons and an ASC fault mes-sage is issued. Self-diagnos-

is has to complete before faultmessages can be issued.The BMW Motorrad ASC canshut down automatically underthe exceptional riding conditionsoutlined below.Exceptional ridingconditions:

Riding for a lengthy period withthe front wheel lifted off theground (wheelie) and ASC de-activated.Rear wheel rotating with themotorcycle held stationary byapplying the front brake (burn-out).Heating up with the motorcycleon the centre stand or an auxil-iary stand, engine idling or witha gear engaged.

Accelerating the motorcycle toa speed in excess of 10 km/hafter switching the ignition offand then on again reactivates theASC.

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If the front wheel lifts clear of theground under severe accelera-tion, the ASC reduces enginetorque until the front wheel re-gains contact with the ground.Under these circumstances,BMW Motorrad recommendsrolling the throttle slightly closedso as to restore stability with theleast possible delay.

When riding on a slippery sur-face, never snap the throttletwistgrip fully closed withoutpulling the clutch at the sametime. Engine braking torque cancause the rear wheel to lock, witha corresponding loss of stability.The BWM Motorrad ASC is un-able to control a situation of thisnature.

Tyre pressuremonitoring RDC


FunctionA sensor integrated into eachtyre measures the air temperat-ure and the air pressure insidethe tyre and transmits this in-formation to the control unit.Each sensor has a centrifugal-force tripswitch that does notenable transmission of the meas-ured values until the motorcyclehas accelerated to about 30 km/h. The display shows -- foreach tyre until the tyre-pressuresignal is received for the firsttime. The sensors continue totransmit the measured-value sig-nals for approximately 15 minutesafter the motorcycle comes to astop.The control unit can adminis-trate four sensors, so two dif-

ferent sets of wheels with RDCsensors can be alternated onthe motorcycle. An error mes-sage is issued if wheels withoutsensors are fitted to a motorcycleequipped with an RDC controlunit.

Tyre-pressure rangesThe RDC control unit differenti-ates between three tyre-pressureranges, all of which are paramet-erised for the motorcycle:

Tyre pressure within permittedtolerance.Tyre pressure close to limit ofpermitted tolerance.Tyre pressure outside permit-ted tolerance.

TemperaturecompensationThe tyre-pressure readingsshown by the multifunctiondisplay are temperature-compensated; the reference tyre

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temperature for these readingsis always 20 °C. The air linesavailable to the public in petrolstations and motorway serviceareas almost invariably showtemperature-dependent tyrepressures, so in most instancesthese gauge readings will nottally with the readings shown bythe multifunction display.

Pressure adaptationCompare the RDC readingson the multifunction displaywith the value in the table onthe inside cover of the Rider'sManual. Then use the air line tocompensate for the differencebetween the RDC reading andthe value in the table.

Example: According to the Rider-'s Manual, tyre pressure shouldbe 2.5 bar, but the reading in themultifunction display is 2.3 bar,so pressure is low by 0.2 bar.The gauge on the air line shows

2.4 bar. You must now increasetyre pressure by the 0.2 bar dif-ference between the value in thetable and the RDC reading; whenthe air-line gauge shows 2.6 bar,the tyre is inflated to the correctpressure.

Electronic SuspensionAdjustment ESA II

with Electronic Suspension Ad-justment (ESA II) OE

Suspension adjustmentsDepending on the load on themotorcycle, the appropriate loadstatus must first be selectedwhen the motorcycle is station-ary. The damping characterist-ics on both spring struts and thespring mount and the spring rateon the rear spring strut are ad-justed on the basis of the rid-ing mode that is then selected.If the selected driving mode ischanged, the damping character-

istics on both spring struts andthe spring rate on the rear springstrut are also adjusted. This al-lows the suspension to be veryaccurately adapted to all ridingconditions, even when the motor-cycle is in motion.

The combination of springmount, suspension and springrate ensure that the suspensiongeometry is always perfectlyadjusted.The static normal position isalmost maintained even whileriding.The different riding conditionsand load statuses are com-pensated, so that the handlingof the motorcycle remains con-stant.

It is possible to change thespring rate electronically bycombining a conventional coilspring and a plastic element(Elastogran), the lateral expansion

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of which can be restrictedelectro-hydraulically usinga displaceable sleeve. Themore the sleeve encloses theplastic element, the more theexpansion of the plastic elementis restricted, causing the springrate to increase. The maximumspring rate is achieved when thesleeve completely encloses theplastic element and rests on thesteel spring. By the same token,the spring rate decreases whenthe sleeve allows the plasticelement to expand further.

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Accessories

Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Genuine BMW parts and ac-cessories and other productswhich BMW has approved canbe obtained from your authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer, togetherwith expert advice on their install-ation and use.These parts and products havebeen tested by BMW for safety,function and suitability. BMWaccepts product liability for them.Conversely, BMW is unable toaccept any liability whatsoeverfor parts and accessories which ithas not approved.

BMW Motorrad cannotassess each non-BMW

product to determine wheth-er it can be used on or in con-nection with BMW motorcycles

without constituting a safety haz-ard. Country-specific official au-thorisation does not suffice asassurance. Tests conducted bythese instances cannot makeprovision for all operating con-ditions experienced by BMW mo-torcycles and, consequently, theyare not sufficient in some circum-stances.Use only parts and accessor-ies approved by BMW for yourmotorcycle.

Whenever you are planningmodifications, comply with allthe legal requirements. Makesure that the motorcycle doesnot infringe national road-vehicleconstruction and use regulations.

Power socketRatings

The supply to the socket 1 is cutoff automatically if battery voltageis too low or the load exceedsthe maximum rating.

Operating electricalaccessoriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories only when the ignitionis switched on. The accessoryremains operational if the ignitionis subsequently switched off. Inorder to ensure that the drain onthe on-board power supply sys-

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tem is minimised, the supply tothe power socket is cut off ap-proximately 15 minutes after theignition is switched off, and it isalso temporarily interrupted dur-ing the start procedure.

Cable routingThe cables from the power sock-et to the auxiliary device must berouted in such a way that they:

Do not impede the riderDo not restrict or obstruct thesteering angle and handlingcharacteristicsCannot be trapped

Incorrectly routed cablescan impede the rider.

Route the cables as describedabove.

LuggageCorrect loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.Do not exceed the permissiblegross weight and be sure tocomply with the instructions onloading.

Set spring preload, dampingcharacteristic and tyre pres-sures to suit total weight.Ensure that the case volumeson the left and right are equal.Make sure that the weight isuniformly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy items at the bot-tom and toward the inboardside.Note the maximum permissiblepayload of the cases and thespeed limit for riding with caseson the motorcycle.

Payload of cases

}8 kg

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with

cases fitted to the motorcycle

}180 km/h



Note the maximum permiss-ible payload of the topcase andthe speed limit for riding with atopcase on the motorcycle.

Payload of topcase

with small topcaseOA

}5 kg


}10 kg

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Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with top-

case fitted to the motorcycle

}180 km/h

with tank rucksackOA

Note the maximum permissiblepayload of the tank rucksack.

Payload of tank rucksack

max 5 kg

CaseOpening cases

Turn the key to the OPEN pos-ition in the case lock.The case is unlocked.

Press lock barrel 1.

Lever 2 pops up.Pull the release lever up.The lid of the case opens.

Closing cases

Pull release lever 2 all the wayup.Close the lid of the case andpress it down. Check thatnothing is trapped between thelid and the case.

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Push release lever 2 down.The release lever engages.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the case lock.The case is closed.

Removing the case

Turn the key to the RELEASEposition in the case lock.The handle pops out.

Pull handle 3 out and then pullit up as far as it will go.

The case is released and canbe removed.

Installing casesPull the handle up as far as itwill go.

Seat the case in holders 4.

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Push handle 3 down until itengages.The case is correctly engagedon its holders.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the case lock.The case is closed.Check that the case is secure.

Topcasewith large topcaseOA


Opening topcase

Turn the key to the OPEN pos-ition in the topcase lock.The topcase is unlocked.

Press lock barrel 1.Lever 2 pops up.

Pull the release lever up.The lid of the topcase opens.

Closing topcase

Pull release lever 2 all the wayup.Close the lid of the topcaseand press it down. Check thatnothing is trapped between thelid and the case.

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Push release lever 2 down.The release lever engages.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the topcase lock.The topcase is locked.

Removing topcaseTurn the key to the RELEASEposition in the topcase lock.The handle pops out.

Pull handle 3 up as far as it willgo.Lift the topcase at the rear andpull it off the luggage carrier.

Installing topcasePull the handle up as far as itwill go.

Hook the topcase into positionon the luggage carrier. Makesure that hooks 4 are securelyseated in the correspondingkeepers 5.

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Push handle 3 down until itengages.The topcase is correctly en-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.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

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General instructionsThe Maintenance chapter de-scribes straightforward proced-ures for checking and replacingcertain wear parts.Special tightening torques are lis-ted as applicable. The tighteningtorques for the threaded fasten-ers on your motorcycle are listedin the section entitled "Technicaldata".You will find information on moreextensive maintenance and repairwork in the Repair Manual onDVD for your motorcycle, whichis available from your authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer.

Some of the work calls for spe-cial tools and a thorough know-ledge of motorcycle technology.If you are in doubt consult a spe-cialist workshop, preferably yourauthorised BMW Motorrad deal-er.

ToolkitToolkit

1 Reversible-blade screw-driver with star-head andplain tips

Adjusting damping forrear wheel ( 72).Replacing front turn in-dicator bulbs ( 131).Removing battery( 137).

2 Torx bit, T25Replacing brake-light,rear-light and rear-indic-ator bulbs ( 133).Remove the battery-compartment cover( 138).

3 Torx wrench, T45Adjusting handlebarheight

On-board toolkit servicekit

with service toolkitOA

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1 Extending tool holderholds all tools by means ofadapters, and for removingthe spark plug

2 1/4" bitsBits of various sizes

3 3/8" adapter for socket-head screws, w/f 22for removing the quick-release axle from the frontwheel

4 Electric torch5 Socket

Open-ended spanners ofvarious sizes

6 AdapterTo accommodate the 1/4" bits and the 9x12 mmand the 3/8" universal-jointadapter

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

The engine can seize if theoil level is low, and this can

lead to accidents.Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Oil can collect in the sumpif the motorcycle is out of

use for an extended period oftime; this oil has to be pumpedinto the oil tank before the levelis read. The engine oil must beat operating temperature to dothis. Checking the oil level withthe engine cold or after no morethan a short ride will lead to mis-interpretation; this in turn, means

that the engine will be operatedwith the incorrect quantity of oil.In order to ensure that the en-gine oil level is read correctly,check the oil level only after alengthy trip.

Check that the engine is at op-erating temperature, make surethe ground is level and firmand place the motorcycle on itscentre stand.Allow the engine to idle for oneminute.Switching off ignitionRemove the front seat ( 78).Wipe the area around the oilfiller neck clean.

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Remove oil filler cap 1 by turn-ing it counter-clockwise.

Use a dry cloth to wipe oil dip-stick 2 clean

Seat the oil dipstick on the oilfiller neck, but do not engagethe threads.Remove the oil dipstick andcheck the oil level.

Engine oil, specified level

between min and max marks(Seat the oil dipstick on theoil filler neck, but do not en-gage the threads.)

If the oil level is below the MINmark:

Top up the engine oil.

If the oil level is above the MAXmark:

Have the oil level correctedby a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Install the oil dipstick.Installing front seat ( 78).

Topping up engine oilRemove the front seat ( 78).Wipe the area around the fillerneck clean.

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Remove cap of oil filler neck 1by turning it counter-clockwise.

Damage to the enginecan result if it is operated

without enough oil, but the samealso applies if the oil level is toohigh.Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Top up the engine oil to thespecified level.Checking engine oil level( 111).Install cap of oil filler neck 1and turn it clockwise to close.Installing front seat ( 78).

Brake systemReliabilityA fully functional brake system isa basic requirement for the roadsafety of your motorcycle.Do not ride the motorcycle if youhave any doubts about the de-pendability of the brake system.Under these circumstances havethe brake system checked by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability of

the brakes.Have all work on the brake sys-tem performed by a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Check operation of thebrakes

Pull the handbrake lever.

The pressure point must beclearly perceptible.Press the footbrake lever.The pressure point must beclearly perceptible.

Brake padsChecking front brake padthickness

Brake pads worn past theminimum permissible thick-

ness can cause a reduction inbraking efficiency and undercertain circumstances they cancause damage to the brake sys-tem.In order to ensure the dependab-ility of the brake system, do notpermit the brake pads to wearpast the minimum permissiblethickness.


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Visually inspect the left andright brake pads to ascertaintheir thickness. Viewing direc-tion: Between wheel and frontsuspension toward brake cal-liper 1.

Brake-pad wear limit,front

min 1 mm (Friction pad only,without backing plate. Thewear indicators (grooves)must be clearly visible.)

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger clearly visible:

Have the brake pads replacedby a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Checking rear brake padthickness

Brake pads worn past theminimum permissible thick-

ness can cause a reduction inbraking efficiency and undercertain circumstances they cancause damage to the brake sys-tem.In order to ensure the dependab-ility of the brake system, do notpermit the brake pads to wearpast the minimum permissiblethickness.


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Visually inspect the brake padsto ascertain their thickness.Viewing direction: from theright toward brake calliper 1.

Brake-pad wear limit, rear

min 1.0 mm (Friction padonly, without backing plate.Make sure that the brakedisc is not visible throughthe bore in the inboard brakepad.)

If the brake disc is visible:Have the brake pads replacedby a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Brake fluidChecking brake-fluidlevel, front brakes

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.Move the handlebars to thestraight-ahead position.

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

to penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check the brake-fluid level atregular intervals.

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Check the brake fluid level inbrake fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake fluid reservoir drops

as the brake pads wear.

Brake fluid level, front

DOT4 brake fluid

Do not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal, motorcycle up-right and handlebars centred)

If the brake fluid level drops be-low the permitted level:

Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Checking brake-fluidlevel, rear brakes

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.Remove the rear seat ( 77).

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

to penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check the brake-fluid level atregular intervals.

Check the brake fluid level inbrake fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake fluid reservoir drops

as the brake pads wear.

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Brake fluid level, rear

DOT4 brake fluid

Do not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal, motorcycle up-right)

If the brake fluid level drops be-low the permitted level:

Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferably an

authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Installing rear seat ( 79).

ClutchChecking clutch operation

Pull the clutch lever.The pressure point must beclearly perceptible.

If the pressure point is not clearlyperceptible:

Have the clutch checked by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Checking the clutch fluidlevel

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.Move the handlebars to thestraight-ahead position.

Check the clutch fluid level inclutch fluid reservoir 1.

Wear of the clutch causesthe fluid level in the clutch

fluid reservoir to rise.

Clutch-fluid level (visualinspection)

Do not permit the clutch flu-id level to drop.

If the fluid level drops:

Unsuitable hydraulic fluidscould cause damage to the

clutch system.

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Do not attempt to top up thesystem with fluids of any kind.

Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

The clutch system is filledwith a special hydraulic

fluid that does not have to bechanged.

TyresChecking tyre tread depth

Your motorcycle's handlingand grip can be impaired

even before the tyres wear tothe minimum tyre tread depthpermitted by law.Have the tyres changed in goodtime before they wear to theminimum permissible treaddepth.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Measure the tyre tread depthin the main tread grooves withwear marks.

Tyres have wear indicatorsintegrated into the main

tread grooves. The tyre is wornout when the tyre tread has worndown to the level of the marks.The locations of the marks areindicated on the edge of the tyre,e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or byan arrow.

If the tyre tread is worn to minim-um:

Replace tyre or tyres, as applic-able.

RimsChecking rims


Visually inspect the rims fordefects.Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replaced by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

WheelsTyre recommendationFor each size of tyre BMWMotorrad tests and classifiesas roadworthy certain makes.BMW Motorrad cannot assessthe suitability or provide anyguarantee of road safety for othertyres.BMW Motorrad recommendsusing only tyres tested by BMWMotorrad.You can obtain detailed informa-tion from your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer or on the Inter-net at www.bmw-motorrad.com.

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Effect of wheel sizeon suspension-controlsystemsWheel size is very important asa parameter for the suspension-control systems ABS and ASC.In particular, the diameter and thewidth of a motorcycle's wheelsare programmed into the controlunit and are fundamental to allcalculations. Any change in theseinfluencing variables, caused forexample by a switch to wheelsother than those installed ex-works, can have serious effectson the performance of the con-trol systems.The sensor rings are essentialfor correct road-speed calcula-tion, and they too must matchthe motorcycle's control sys-tems and consequently cannotbe changed.If you decide that you would liketo fit non-standard wheels toyour motorcycle, it is very import-

ant to consult a specialist work-shop beforehand, preferably anauthorised BMW Motorrad deal-er. In some cases, the data pro-grammed into the control unitscan be changed to suit the newwheel sizes.

RDC labelwith tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OE

Incorrect tyre-removal pro-cedures can result in dam-

age to the RDC sensors.Be sure to notify the authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer or spe-

cialist workshop that the wheel isfitted with an RDC sensor.

If the motorcycle is equippedwith RDC, each wheel rim bearsan adhesive label indicating theposition of the RDC sensor.When changing the tyre, takecare not to damage the RDCsensor. Be sure to draw theattention of the authorised BMWMotorrad dealer or specialistworkshop to the fact that thewheel is fitted with an RDCsensor.

Remove the front wheelMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

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Remove screws 1 on left andright.Pull the front-wheel cover for-ward to remove.

Unclip the two retaining clips 1holding the ABS sensor cableto the brake line.

Mask off the parts of the wheelrim that could be scratched inthe process of removing thebrake calipers.

Once the calipers havebeen removed, there is

a risk of the brake pads beingpressed together to the extentthat they cannot be slipped backover the brake disc on reas-sembly.Do not operate the handbrakelever when the brake calipershave been removed.

Remove securing screws 2 ofthe left and right brake calipers.

Force the brake pads 3 slightlyapart by rocking brake cal-liper 4 back and forth againstbrake disc 5.Carefully pull the brake calipersback and out until clear of thebrake discs.When removing the left brakecaliper, take care not to dam-age the ABS sensor cable.

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Remove screw 1 and removethe ABS sensor from its bore.Raise front of motorcycle untilthe front wheel can turn freely.BMW Motorrad recommendsthe BMW Motorrad front-wheelstand for lifting the motorcycle.Installing front-wheel stand( 127).

The left axle clampingscrew locates the threaded

bush in the front suspension.If the threaded bush is notcorrectly aligned the gapbetween the ABS sensor ringand the ABS sensor will not becorrect and this can cause theABS to malfunction or allow theABS sensor to be damaged.In order to ensure that thethreaded bush remains correctlyaligned, do not slacken orremove the left axle campingscrew.

Remove right-hand axle clamp-ing screw 2.Remove quick-release axle 3,while supporting the wheel.Lower the front wheel to theground between the front forks.

Take care not to dam-age the ABS sensor when

rolling out the front wheel.Note the ABS sensor whenrolling out the front wheel.

Roll the front wheel forward toremove.

Installing front wheel

Possible malfunctions whenABS and ASC systems in-

tervene if non-standard wheelsare installed.See the information on the effectof wheel size on the ABS andASC systems at the start of thischapter.

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Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

torque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of thefasteners checked by a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

The front wheel must beinstalled right way round to

rotate in the correct direction.Note the direction-of-rotation ar-rows on the tyre or the wheelrim.

Roll the front wheel into posi-tion between the front forks.

Raise the front wheel, insertquick-release axle 3 and tight-en to specified torque.

Quick-release axle inthreaded bush

50 Nm

Tighten right axle clampingscrew 2 to the specified tight-ening torque.

Clamping bolt in wheelcarrier

19 Nm

Remove the front-wheel stand.

Insert the ABS sensor into itsbore and install screw 1.

Ease the brake calipers on tothe brake discs.

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Install securing screws 2 onleft and right and tighten tospecified tightening torque.

Front brake caliper towheel carrier

30 Nm

Clip on the two retainingclips 1 holding the ABS sensorcable to the brake line.Remove the adhesive tapefrom the wheel rim.Firmly pull the handbrake leveruntil the pressure point is per-ceptible, and repeat this opera-tion several times.

Hold the front-wheel cover inposition and install bolts 1 onleft and right.

Removing rear wheelMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

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Remove screw 1 from silencercover 2.Pull the cover to the rear toremove.

Slacken bolt 3 on the clampso that the clamp can just beturned.Do not remove the sealinggrease from the clamp.

Remove bolt 4 on the rearfootrest while supporting theend silencer.

First turn the end silencerslightly downwards and thenturn it out.

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Engage first gear.

Remove five bolts 1 from therear wheel, while supportingthe wheel.Lower the rear wheel to theground and roll it out to therear.

Installing rear wheel

Possible malfunctions whenABS and ASC systems in-

tervene if non-standard wheelsare installed.See the information on the effectof wheel size on the ABS and

ASC systems at the start of thischapter.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

torque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of thefasteners checked by a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Roll the rear wheel into positionat the rear-wheel adapter andattach it.

Fit five bolts 1 and tighten tothe specified torque in diagon-ally opposite sequence.

Rear wheel to wheelflange

Tightening sequence: tight-en in diagonally opposite se-quence

60 Nm

Turn the end silencer to itsinitial position.

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Fit bolt 4 on the rear footrestand tighten to the specifiedtightening torque.

Silencer to rear footrest

22 Nm

Arrange the end silencerso that the handle of thereversible-blade screwdriver(toolkit) can fit between thewheel and the end silencer.

Position the clamp as shown.

Tighten bolt 3 of the clamp tothe specified tightening torque.

Silencer with ball-jointclamp on manifold

35 Nm

Seat silencer cover in mount 4.

Install screw 1.

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Front-wheel standInstalling front-wheelstand

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

to support motorcycles not fittedwith a centre stand or withoutother auxiliary stands. A motor-cycle resting only on the frontwheel stand and the rear wheelcan topple.Place the motorcycle on itscentre stand or another auxiliarystand before lifting the frontwheel with the BMW Motorradfront-wheel stand.

Use basic stand with tool num-ber (0 402 241) in combina-tion with front-wheel adapter(0 402 243).Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

Slacken adjusting screws 1.Push the two pins 2 apart un-til the front suspension fitsbetween them.Use locating pins 3 to set thefront-wheel stand to the de-sired height.Centre the front-wheel standrelative to the front wheel andpush it against the front axle.

There is a risk of damagingthe sensor ring of the BMW

Motorrad Integral ABS.Push the left pin in just farenough to ensure that it clearsthe sensor ring.

Push both mounting pins 2through the triangles of thebrake caliper anchorages justfar enough to allow the frontwheel to be rolled betweenthem.Tighten adjusting screws 1.

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If the motorcycle is on thecentre stand and is raised

too far, the centre stand will liftclear of the ground and the mo-torcycle could topple to one side.When raising the motorcycle,make sure that the centre standremains on the ground.

Apply uniform pressure to pushthe front-wheel stand downand raise the motorcycle.

BulbsGeneral instructionsA warning appears in the multi-function display if a bulb is de-fective. If the brake or rear lightfails, the symbol is accompan-ied by the 'General' warning light,which lights up yellow.



The bulb is pressurised andcan cause injury if dam-

aged.Wear protective goggles andgloves when changing bulbs.

The types of bulb fitted toyour motorcycle are listed

in the section entitled "Technicaldata".

Do not touch the glass ofnew bulbs with your fingers.

Use a clean, dry cloth to holdthe bulbs when handling them.Dirt deposits, in particular oil andgrease, interfere with heat radi-ation from the bulb. This leadsto overheating and shortens thebulb's operating life.

Replace xenon bulbwith Xenon light OE

Xenon lights operate withhigh voltage; incorrect

working procedures can result infatalities.Have all work on the xenon lightsystem, including bulb replace-ment, performed by a specialistworkshop, preferably by an au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

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For the time being, ride withthe high-beam headlightswitched on.In order not to dazzle oncom-ing traffic, set the headlightbeam throw adjuster to the po-sition for riding with maximumpayload.Have the bulb replaced assoon as possible by a specialistworkshop, preferably a BMWMotorrad authorised dealer.

Replacing low-beam andhigh-beam headlight bulb

The plug arrangement candiffer from the illustration,

depending on the bulb to bereplaced.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.

Turn the covers 1 of the high-beam headlight anti-clockwiseand remove.

without Xenon light OE

Remove the cover 2 of thelow-beam headlight by pushinglocking lever 3 downwards.

Swing the cover back andremove.

Disconnect plug 3.

Release spring clip 4 at leftand right and swing it up.Remove bulb 5.

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Replace the defective bulb.

Bulbs for the low-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

with Xenon light OE

D1R / 35 W

Bulb for high-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Install bulb 5, making sure thattab 6 is correctly positioned.

Engage spring clip 4 in thecatch on left and right.

Close plug 3.

Fit high-beam headlight cov-ers 1 or low-beam headlightcover 2.

Replacing parking-lightbulb


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Remove left side light bulbsocket 1 by turning it anti-clockwise.

Remove right side light bulbsocket 2 by turning it anti-clockwise.

Remove bulb 3 from the bulbholder.


Bulb for parking light

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Insert bulb 3 into the bulbsocket.Install bulb socket in the ap-propriate place by turning itclockwise.

Replacing front turnindicator bulbs


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Remove screw 1.Pull the bulb housing forwardto remove

Disconnect plug 2.

Turn bulb holder 3 counter-clockwise to remove it from thebulb housing.

Press bulb 4 into bulb socket 3and remove by turning it anti-clockwise.

Replace the defective bulb

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, front

P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Press bulb 4 into socket 3 andturn it clockwise to install.

Turn bulb socket 3 clockwiseto install it in the bulb housing.Connect plug 2.

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Seat the bulb housing in thefairing.Install screw 1.

Replacing brake-light,rear-light and rear-indicator bulbs


Remove screws 1.Pull the bulb housing to therear until it is clear of the hold-ers.

Turn bulb socket 2 (indicatorbulb) or bulb socket 3 (brake-light/rear-light bulb) anti-clock-

wise to remove it from the bulbhousing.

Press bulb 4 into socket 5 andremove by turning it anti-clock-wise.


Bulb for tail light/brakelight

P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rear

P21W / 12 V / 21 W

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Press bulb 4 into socket 5 andturn it clockwise to install.

Turn bulb socket 2 (indicatorbulb) or bulb socket 3 (brake-light/rear-light bulb) clockwiseto install it in the bulb housing.

Seat the bulb housing in hold-ers 6. Make sure that the wiresare not trapped.

Install screws 1.

Jump startingThe wires leading to thepower socket do not have

a load-capacity rating adequatefor jump-starting the engine. Ex-cessively high current can leadto a cable fire or damage to thevehicle electronics.Do not use the on-board socketto jump-start the engine of themotorcycle.

Touching live parts of theignition system with the

engine running can cause electricshock.Do not touch parts of the igni-tion system when the engine isrunning.

A short-circuit can res-ult if the crocodile clips

of the jump leads are accident-ally brought into contact with themotorcycle.Use only jump leads fitted with

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fully insulated crocodile clips atboth ends.

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

12 V can damage the vehicleelectronics.Make sure that the battery of thedonor vehicle has a voltage ratingof 12 V.

When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the on-board electricalsystem.Remove the battery-compart-ment cover ( 138).Run the engine of the donorvehicle during jump-starting.Begin by connecting one endof the red jump lead to thepositive terminal of the dis-charged battery and the otherend to the positive terminal ofthe donor battery.Then connect one end of theblack jump lead to the negative

terminal of the donor battery,and the other end to the neg-ative terminal of the dischargedbattery.Start the engine of the vehiclewith the discharged batteryin the usual way; if the en-gine does not start, wait a fewminutes before repeating theattempt in order to protect thestarter motor and the donorbattery.Allow both engines to idle for afew minutes before disconnect-ing the jump leads.Disconnect the jump lead fromthe negative terminals first,then disconnect the secondlead from the positive termin-als.Installing battery-compartmentcover ( 138).

BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery and are essential ifwarranty claims are to be con-sidered.Compliance with the points be-low is important in order to max-imise battery life:

Keep the surface of the batteryclean and dryDo not open the batteryDo not top up with waterBe sure to read and complywith the instructions for char-ging the battery on the follow-ing pagesDo not turn the battery upsidedown

If the battery is not discon-nected, the on-board elec-

tronics (e.g. clock, etc.) graduallydrain the battery. This can causethe battery to run flat. If this hap-

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pens, warranty claims will not beaccepted.If the motorcycle is to be out ofuse for more than four weeks,disconnect the battery or con-nect a suitable trickle charger tothe battery.

BMW Motorrad has de-veloped a float charger spe-

cially designed for compatibilitywith the electronics of your mo-torcycle. Using this charger, youcan keep the battery chargedduring long periods of disuse,without having to disconnect thebattery from the motorcycle'son-board systems. You can ob-tain additional information fromyour authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Charging battery whenconnected

Charging the connectedbattery directly at the bat-

tery terminals can damage thevehicle electronics.Always disconnect the batteryfrom the on-board circuits be-fore recharging it with a chargerconnected directly to the batteryposts.

If you switch on the igni-tion and the multifunction

display and telltale lights fail tolight up, the battery is completelyflat. Attempting to charge a com-pletely flat battery via the on-board socket can cause damageto the motorcycle's electronics.If a battery has discharged to theextent that it is completely flat, ithas to be disconnected from theon-board circuits and chargedwith the charger connected dir-ectly to the battery posts.

Only chargers suitable forthis mode of charging can

be used to recharge the batteryvia the on-board socket. Unsuit-able chargers could cause dam-age to the motorcycle's on-boardelectrics.Use BMW chargers with thepart numbers 71 60 7 688 864(220 V) or, as applicable,71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). Ifyou are in doubt, disconnectthe battery from the on-boardsystems and connect the chargerdirectly to the battery.

Charge via the power sock-et, with the battery connectedto the motorcycle's on-boardelectrical system.

The motorcycle's on-boardelectronics know when the

battery is fully charged. Theon-board socket is switched offwhen this happens.

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Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.

If you are unable to chargethe battery through the on-

board socket, you may be usinga charger that is not compatiblewith your motorcycle's electron-ics. If this happens, disconnectthe battery from the on-boardsystems and connect the chargerdirectly to the battery.

Charging battery whendisconnected

Charge the battery using asuitable charger.Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.Once the battery is fullycharged, disconnect thecharger's terminal clips fromthe battery terminals.

The battery has to be re-charged at regular intervals

in the course of a lengthy periodof disuse. See the instructions

for caring for your battery. Al-ways fully recharge the batterybefore restoring it to use

Removing batteryRemove the battery-compart-ment cover ( 138).

Disconnection in the wrongsequence increases the risk

of short-circuits.Always proceed in the correctsequence.

Disconnect negative lead 1first.

Then disconnect positivelead 2.Remove screws 3 and pushretaining bracket to the rear.Lift the battery up and out;work it slightly back and forthif it is difficult to remove.

Installing batteryPlace the battery in the batterycompartment, positive termin-al on the right in the forwarddirection of travel.

Slip the battery retainerover the battery and installscrews 3.

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Installation in the wrongsequence increases the risk

of short-circuits.Always proceed in the correctsequence.

Connect battery positive lead 2first.The connect battery negativelead 1.

If the battery was discon-nected from the motorcycle

for a prolonged period of timeit will be necessary to enter thecurrent date in the instrumentpanel, in order to ensure that theservice-due indicator functionscorrectly.If you want to have the date setconsult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Installing battery-compartmentcover ( 138).

Setting clock ( 53).

Remove the battery-compartment cover


Remove screws 1.Lift the battery compartmentcover up and back to remove.

Installing battery-compartment cover

Seat the battery-compartmentcover in mounts 2 and close.

Install screws 1.

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Care

Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Cleaning easily damaged compon-ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 142

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Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use the cleaning andcare products you can obtainfrom your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer. The substancesin BMW CareProducts have beentested in laboratories and inpractice; they provide optimisedcare and protection for thematerials used in your vehicle.

The use of unsuitablecleaning and care products

can damage vehicle components.Do not use solvents such as cel-lulose thinners, cold cleaners,fuel or the like, and do not usecleaning products that containalcohol.

Washing motorcycleBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use BMW insect re-mover to soften and wash offinsects and stubborn dirt on

painted parts prior to washingthe motorcycle.To prevent stains, do not washthe motorcycle immediately afterit has been exposed to strongsunlight and do not wash it in thesun.Make sure that the motorcycleis washed frequently, especiallyduring the winter months.To remove road salt, clean themotorcycle with cold water im-mediately after every trip.

After the motorcycle hasbeen washed, ridden

through water or ridden inthe rain, the brake discs andpads might be wet and thebrakes might not take effectimmediately.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have dried out.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Use only cold water to wash offroad salt.

The high pressure of steamcleaners can damage seals,

the hydraulic brake system, theelectrical system, and the seat.Do not use a steam jet or high-pressure cleaning equipment.

Cleaning easilydamaged componentsPlasticsClean plastic parts with waterand BMW plastic care emulsion.This includes in particular:

Windscreen and slipstream de-flectorsHeadlight lens made of plasticGlass cover of the instrumentclusterBlack, unpainted parts

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaning

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agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain alcohol, solvents or ab-rasives to clean plastic parts.Even fly-remover pads or clean-ing pads with hard surfaces canproduce scratches.

Soften stubborn dirt andinsects by covering the af-

fected areas with a wet cloth.

WindscreenClean off dirt and insects with asoft sponge and plenty of water.

Fuel and chemical solventsattack the material of the

windscreen; the windscreen be-comes opaque or dull.Do not use cleaning agents.

ChromeUse plenty of water and BMWshampoo to clean chrome, par-ticularly if it has been exposed toroad salt. Use chrome polish foradditional treatment.

RadiatorClean the radiator regularly toprevent overheating of the en-gine due to inadequate cooling.For example, use a garden hosewith low water pressure.

Cooling fins can be benteasily.

Take care not to bend the finswhen cleaning the radiator.

RubberTreat rubber components withwater or BMW rubber-careproducts.

Using silicone sprays forthe care of rubber seals can

cause damage.

Do not use silicone sprays orother care products that containsilicon.

Paint careWashing the motorcycle regularlywill help counteract the long-termeffects of substances that dam-age the paint, especially if yourmotorcycle is ridden in areaswith high air pollution or naturalsources of dirt, for example treeresin or pollen.Remove particularly aggressivesubstances immediately, how-ever, as otherwise the paint canbe affected or become discol-oured. Substances of this natureinclude spilt fuel, oil, grease,brake fluid and bird droppings.We recommend BMW vehiclepolish or BMW paint cleaner forthis purpose.Marks on the paintwork are par-ticularly easy to see after themotorcycle has been washed.

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Remove stains of this kind im-mediately, using cleaning-gradebenzene or petroleum spirit on aclean cloth or ball of cotton wool.BMW Motorrad recommendsBMW tar remover for removingspecks of tar. Remember to waxthe parts treated in this way.

Protective wax coatingBMW Motorrad recommendsapplying only BMW car wax orproducts containing carnaubawax or synthetic wax.It is time to rewax the paint-work when water "puddles" onthe surface, instead of formingbeads.

Laying up motorcycleClean the motorcycle.Remove the battery.Spray the brake and clutchlever pivots and the main and

side stand pivots with a suit-able lubricant.Coat bright metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g. Vaseline).Stand the motorcycle in a dryroom in such a way that thereis no load on either wheel.

Before laying the vehicleup out of use, have the en-

gine oil and the oil filter elementchanged by a specialist work-shop, preferably an authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer. Com-bine work for laying up/restoringto use with a BMW service orinspection.

Restoring motorcycleto use

Remove the protective waxcoating.Clean the motorcycle.Install a charged battery.

Before starting: work throughthe checklist.9

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Technical data

Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15610143

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Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is difficult to start.

Possible cause Remedy

Side stand Retract the side stand ( 84).

Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 84).

Clutch pulled before ignition was switched on Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever.

No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 90).

Battery flat Charge the battery when connected ( 136).

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Front brake caliper to wheel car-rier

M8 x 32 - 10.9 30 Nm

Clamping bolt in wheel carrier

M8 x 30 19 Nm

Quick-release axle in threadedbush

M24 x 1.5 50 Nm

Rear wheel Value Valid

Silencer to rear footrest

M8 x 30 22 Nm

Silencer with ball-joint clamp onmanifold

M8 x 60 35 Nm

Cover to silencer

M5 x 8 3 Nm

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Rear wheel Value Valid

Rear wheel to wheel flange

M10 x 1.25 x 40 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence

60 Nm

Handlebars Value Valid

Handlebar adjustment screws onthreaded bushes

M8 x 45 20 Nm

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Engine

Engine design Transversely mounted, four-cylinder four-strokein-line engine tilted 55° forward, with four valvesper cylinder, two overhead camshafts with camfollowers; liquid cooled, with electronic fuel injec-tion, integrated six-speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lubrication.

Displacement 1293 cm3

Cylinder bore 80 mm

Piston stroke 64.3 mm

Compression ratio 13:1

Nominal output 118 kW, - at engine speed: 9000 min-1

with reduced power output, 79 kW OE 79 kW, - at engine speed: 9000 min-1

Torque 135 Nm, - at engine speed: 8000 min-1

with reduced power output, 79 kW OE 118 Nm, Over: 3750 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 11000 min-1

Idle speed 1050±50 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, us-able with power- and consumption-related restric-tions)

Usable fuel capacity approx. 24 l

Reserve fuel ~4 l

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 3.5 l, with filter change0.5 l, Difference between MIN / MAX marks

Engine oils, products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally permitted viscosity classes

Castrol Power 1 Racing SAE 5W-40 ~-20 °C

SAE 5W-40 ~-20 °C

SAE 10W-50 ~-20 °C

Oil grades Engine oils of API classification SJ or better. En-gine oils of JASO classification MA or better.

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Clutch

Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath

Transmission

Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en-gine block

Gearbox transmission ratios 1.559 (92:59 teeth), Primary transmission ratio2.294 (39:17 teeth), 1st gear1.789 (34:19 teeth), 2nd gear1.458 (35:24 teeth), 3rd gear1.240 (31:25 teeth), 4th gear1.094 (35:32 teeth), 5th gear0.971 (33:34 teeth), 6th gear1.045 (23:22 teeth), Angular drive

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Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears

Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy singleswinging arm with two joints and torque reactionlink

Number of teeth on rear-wheel drive (gear ratio) 2.82 (31:11)

Running gear

Front wheel

Type of front suspension Double leading link

Spring strut, front, type Central spring strut with coil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock absorber.

with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESAII) OE

Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filledshock absorber and electrically adjustablerebound-stage damping.

Spring travel, front 125 mm, At wheel

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Rear wheel

Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy singleswinging arm with two joints and torque reactionlink

Type of rear suspension Central spring strut pivoted to lever system withcoil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock ab-sorber. Spring preload steplessly hydraulically ad-justable, rebound stage damping steplessly ad-justable.

with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESAII) OE

Central spring strut pivoted to lever systemwith coil spring and single-tube gas-filled shockabsorber, electrically adjustable rebound-stagedamping and electro-hydraulically adjustablespring preload

Spring travel, rear 135 mm, At wheel

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Brakes

Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis-ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-pistonfloating caliper and fixed disc

Brake-pad material, rear Organic material

Wheels and tyres

Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approvedtyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealeror on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com".

Front wheel

Front wheel, type Cast aluminium, MT H2

Front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"

Tyre designation, front 120 / 70 ZR 17

Rear wheel

Rear wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2

Rear wheel rim size 5.5" x 17"

Tyre designation, rear 180 / 55 ZR 17

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Tyre pressure

Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold

Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, one-up, tyre cold2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold

Electrics

Electrical rating of on-board socket max 8 A

Fuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug-in fuses are no longer necessary. If an electronicfuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit isactive as soon as the ignition is switched on afterthe fault has been rectified.

Battery

Battery, manufacturer and designation 19Ah Gel Exide

Battery type Gel battery

Battery rated voltage 12 V

Battery rated capacity 19 Ah

Technical data

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK KR9CI

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8 mm, When new

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Lighting

Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W

with Xenon light OE D1R / 35 W

Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb for tail light/brake light P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Frame

Frame type Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steelrear frame

Type plate location Frame cross-tube, rear

VIN location Frame side section, front right

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Dimensions

Length of motorcycle 2318 mm

Height of motorcycle 1438 mm, To windscreen at DIN unladen weight

Width of motorcycle 982 mm, Across cases

Front-seat height 820...840 mm, Without rider

with low seat OE 800...820 mm, Without rider

Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1800...1840 mm, Without rider

with low seat OE 1760...1800 mm, Without rider

Weights

Unladen weight 288 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %load of fuel, without optional extras

Permissible gross weight 520 kg

Maximum payload 232 kg

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Riding specifications

Top speed >200 km/h10156

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Service

Service

BMW Motorrad service . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 158

BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 158

BMW Motorrad servicenetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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BMW Motorrad serviceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.

If maintenance and re-pair work is performed in-

expertly, it could result in con-sequential damage and thus con-stitute a safety risk.BMW Motorrad recommends youto have all the associated workon your motorcycle carried outby a specialist workshop, prefer-ably an authorised BMW Motor-rad dealer.

Your authorised BMW Motorraddealer can provide information onBMW services and the work un-dertaken as part of each service.Have all maintenance and repairwork carried out confirmed in the"Service" chapter in this manual.Authorised BMW Motorrad deal-ers are supplied with the latesttechnical information and have

the necessary technical know-how. BMW Motorrad recom-mends that you contact your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealerif you have questions regardingyour motorcycle.

BMW Motorrad servicequalityAlong with its reputation for en-gineering quality and high reliab-ility, BMW Motorrad is a bywordfor excellent quality of service.To ensure that your BMW is al-ways in optimum condition, BMWMotorrad recommends that youhave the maintenance work re-quired for your motorcycle car-ried out regularly, preferably byyour authorised BMW Motor-rad dealer. For generous treat-ment of claims submitted afterthe warranty period has expired,evidence of regular maintenanceis essential.

Certain signs of wear, moreover,may otherwise not be noticeduntil it is too late to put themright at moderate cost. Your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealer'smechanics know every detail ofyour motorcycle and can take re-medial action if necessary beforeminor faults develop into seriousproblems. By having the neces-sary repairs done properly andin good time, you save time andmoney in the long run.

BMW Motorrad ServiceCard: on-the-spotbreakdown assistanceIn the event of a breakdown, theBMW Motorrad Service Card is-sued with each new BMW mo-torcycle enables you to accessan extensive range of servicessuch as breakdown assistance,motorcycle transportation etc.(details can differ from country tocountry). In the event of a break-

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down, contact the Mobile Serviceorganisation of BMW Motorrad.The specialists will provide thenecessary advice and assistance.You will find important country-specific contact addresses andthe after-sales service organisa-tion phone numbers in the "Ser-vice Kontakt / Service Contact"brochures, along with informa-tion on Mobile Service and thedealership network.

BMW Motorrad servicenetworkBMW Motorrad has an extens-ive after-sales service network inplace to look after you and yourmotorcycle in more than 100countries. In Germany alone, youhave the best possible accessto approximately 200 authorisedBMW Motorrad dealers.All information concerning the in-ternational dealership networkcan be found in the brochure

"Service Contact Europe" or"Service Contact Africa, Amer-ica, Asia, Australia, Oceania".

Maintenance workBMW Pre-delivery CheckYour authorised BMW Motorraddealer conducts the BMW pre-delivery check before handingover the motorcycle to you.

BMW Running-in CheckThe BMW running-in check hasto be performed when the mo-torcycle has covered between500 km and 1,200 km

BMW ServiceThe BMW Service is carried outonce a year; the extent of servi-cing can vary, depending on theage of the motorcycle and thedistance it has covered. Your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealerconfirms that the service workhas been carried out and enters

the date when the next servicewill be due.Riders who cover long distancesin a year might have to bring intheir motorcycles for service be-fore the next scheduled date. Itis to allow for these cases thata maximum odometer reading isentered as well in the confirma-tion of service. Servicing has tobe brought forward if this odo-meter reading is reached beforethe next scheduled date for theannual service.The service-due indicator in themultifunction display reminds youabout one month or 1000 kmin advance when the time for aservice is approaching, on thebasis of the programmed values.

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Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessoriesand, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work.

Item Odometerreading

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS

Engineering details, 94Self-diagnosis, 85Warnings, 36

Anti-theft alarmTelltale light, 20Warnings, 45

ASCControl, 14Engineering details, 96Operation, 65Self-diagnosis, 86Switching off, 65Switching on, 66Warning, 40Warnings, 38

BBattery

Charging battery whenconnected, 136Charging battery whendisconnected, 137

Closing the battery-compartment, 138Installation, 137Opening the battery-compartment, 138Removal, 137Stowage, 13Technical data, 153Warning for battery chargecurrent, 33

BMW Motorrad ServiceCard, 158

Brake fluidChecking fluid levels, 115Reservoir, front, 13Reservoir, rear, 19

Brake padsChecking brake-padthickness, 113Running in, 87

BrakesAdjusting brake lever, 70Checking operation, 113Safety instructions, 87Technical data, 152

BulbsGeneral instructions, 128Overview, headlights, 22Replace xenon bulb, 128Replacing brake-light bulb, 133Replacing front turn indicatorbulbs, 131Replacing high-beam headlightbulb, 129Replacing low-beam headlightbulb, 129Replacing parking-lightbulb, 130Replacing rear light bulb, 133Replacing rear-indicatorbulbs, 133Technical data, 154Warning for bulb failure, 33, 34

CCase

Operation, 104Checklist, 84Clock, 24

Adjusting, 53

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ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 69Checking fluid level, 117Checking operation, 117Fluid reservoir, 11Technical data, 149

Confirmation of maintenancework, 160

CoolantTemperature gauge, 24Warning, 31

Cruise-control systemControl, 14Operation, 66Telltale light, 20, 27

Currency, 7

DDamping

Adjuster, rear, 11Adjusting, 72

DimensionsTechnical data, 155

EElectrics

Technical data, 153Electronic immobiliser (EWS)

Warning, 31Emergency off switch (kill

switch), 16, 62Engine

Control, 16Starting, 84Technical data, 147Temperature gauge, 24Warning for engineelectronics, 32

Engine oilChecking level, 111Filler neck, 19Oil dipstick, 19Technical data, 148Topping up, 112Warning for engine oil level, 36Warning for engine oilpressure, 32

Equipment, 7

ESAControl, 14Engineering details, 99Operation, 73

FFrame

Technical data, 154Front seat

Height adjuster, 19Front-wheel stand

Installing, 127Fuel

Fill-level indicator, 24Filler neck, 13Refuelling, 90Technical data, 148Warning for fuel down toreserve, 31

Fuses, 153

GGear indicator, 24General views

Headlight, 22Instrument cluster, 20

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Left handlebar fitting, 14Left side of motorcycle, 11Multifunction display, 24Right handlebar fitting, 16Right side of motorcycle, 13Underneath the seat, 19

Grip heating, 62Control, 16

HHandlebar fittings

General view, left side, 14General view, right side, 16

HandlebarsAdjusting, 71

Hazard warning flashersControl, 14Operation, 61

HeadlightAdjustment for driving on left/driving on right, 75Beam throw, 76Headlight beam-throwadjustment, 11Overview, 22

Helmet holder, 19, 79High-beam headlight

Switching on, 60Telltale light, 24

Horn, 14

IIdle

Telltale light, 24Ignition

Switching off, 51Switching on, 51

Immobiliser, 52Warning, 31

Instrument clusterAmbient-light brightnesssensor, 20Overview, 20

JJump starting, 134

KKeys, 51

LLaying up, 142Lights

Control, 14Headlight flasher, 14, 60High-beam headlight, 14Switching on low-beamheadlight, 60Switching on parking lights, 60Switching on the high-beamheadlight, 60Switching on the side lights, 59

LuggageInstructions for loading andsecuring objects, 103

MMaintenance

General instructions, 110Maintenance intervals, 159

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MirrorsAdjusting, 71

MotorcycleLaying up, 142Parking, 89Restoring to use, 142

Multifunction display, 20Adjust the dimmer, 55Overview, 24

OOdometer and tripmeters, 24

Control, 14Operation, 53Resetting, 54Selecting readings, 53

On-board computerAmbient temperature, 56Average consumption, 57Average speed, 57Control, 14Oil level, 58Operation, 55Range, 56Warnings, 34

PParking, 89Parking light

Switching on, 60Power socket, 11, 102Pre-ride check, 85

RRear-wheel drive

Technical data, 150Refuelling, 90Reserve volume

Warning, 31Residual range, 55Restoring to use, 142Rev. counter, 20Rider's Manual

Stowage, 19Running gear

Technical data, 150Running in, 87

SSafety instructions

Brakes, 87General, 82

SeatAdjusting seat height, 69Lock, 11

Seat heating, 63Control, 16, 19

SeatsInstalling front seat, 78Installing rear seat, 79Remove the front seat, 78Remove the rear seat, 77

Service, 158Service Card, 158Service-due indicator, 24Side stand

For starting, 84Spark plugs, 153Speedometer, 20Spring preload

Adjuster, rear, 11Adjusting, 71

Starting, 84Status indicators

See also warnings, 24Standard status indicators, 24Warnings, 27

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Steering lockLocking, 52

Storage compartment, 13Stowage compartment, 77

TTechnical data

Battery, 153Brakes, 152Bulbs, 154Clutch, 149Dimensions, 155Electrics, 153Engine, 147Engine oil, 148Frame, 154Fuel, 148Rear-wheel drive, 150Running gear, 150Spark plugs, 153Standards, 7Transmission, 149Weights, 155Wheels and tyres, 152

Telltale lights, 20Overview, 24

ToolkitContents, 110Stowage, 19

TopcaseClosing, 106Installing, 107Opening, 106Operation, 106Removing, 107

Torques, 145Transmission

For starting, 84Technical data, 149

TransportationLashing, 92

Troubleshooting chart, 144Turn indicators

Control, 14Operation, 61Telltale light, 24

Type plate, 13

Tyre pressure monitoring RDCAdhesive label for rim, 119Engineering details, 98Operation, 59Warnings, 40

TyresChecking inflation pressure, 75Checking tread depth, 118Recommendation, 118Running in, 87Table of tyre pressures, 19Technical data, 152

VVehicle identification number, 13

WWarning lights, 20Warnings, 27

Mode of presentation, 27With ABS, 36With anti-theft alarm, 45With ASC, 38With on-board computer, 34

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With RDC, 40Warnings, overview, 29, 35, 37,

39, 42, 46Weights

Payload table, 19Technical data, 155

WheelsChange of size, 119Checking rims, 118Installing front wheel, 121Installing rear wheel, 125Remove the front wheel, 119Removing rear wheel, 123Technical data, 152

WindscreenAdjusting, 69Control, 14

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Möglicher Bremsleistungsverlust an der Vorderradbremse.

Nach allen Arbeiten, die Einfluss auf den Flüssigkeitsstand im vorderen Bremskreislauf haben (z. B. Bremsbeläge erneuern oder Bremsflüssigkeit wechseln), muss der Gittereinsatz 1 im vorderen Ausgleichsbehälter für Bremsflüssigkeit erneuert werden. Wenden Sie sich dazu an eine Fachwerkstatt, am besten an einen BMW Motorrad Partner.

Possible loss of stopping power at front brake. Screen insert 1 in the front brake-fluid reservoir always has to be replaced on

completion of work that affects the level of fluid in the front braking circuit (for example replacing brake pads or changing brake fluid). Please contact a specialized workshop for this purpose, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Perte possible d'efficacité du frein avant. Après des travaux qui influent sur le niveau de liquide de frein dans le circuit de frein avant (p. ex. remplacement des plaquettes

ou renouvellement du liquide de frein), il est impératif de remplacer la grille 1 à l'intérieur du réservoir de liquide de frein avant. Adressez-vous pour cela à un atelier spécialisé, de préférence à un concessionnaire BMW Motorrad.

Posible pérdida de la capacidad de frenado en el freno de la rueda delantera. Una vez finalizados todos los trabajos que influyen en el nivel de líquido del circuito de

freno delantero (p. ej., cambio de las pastillas de freno o del líquido de frenos), se tiene que sustituir la rejilla 1 del depósito de compensación delantero para el líquido de frenos. Para ello, póngase en contacto con un taller especializado, preferentemente un concesionario de motocicletas BMW.

Possibile diminuzione dell'effetto frenante del freno della ruota anteriore. Dopo aver eseguito tutti i lavori che comportano delle variazioni nel livello del liquido nel

circuito freni anteriore (ad es. sostituzione delle pastiglie o del liquido freni), occorre sostituire l'inserto 1 nel serbatoio di espansione del liquido freni. Rivolgersi a tal fine ad un'officina autorizzata, preferibilmente ad un Concessionario BMW Motorrad.

Framhjulsbromsens bromseffekt kan försämras. Efter alla arbeten som påverkar vätskenivån i den främre bromskretsen (t.ex. byte av bromsbelägg eller

hydraulvätska) måste gallerinsats 1 i det främre expansionskärlet för hydraulvätska bytas ut. Kontakta en fackverkstad för detta, företrädesvis en BMW Motorrad-partner.

Mogelijk verlies van remvermogen van de voorrem. Na alle reparaties, die invloed kunnen hebben op het remvloeistofpeil in het voorremcircuit (bijv. remblokken

vervangen of remvloeistof verversen), moet het rasterelement 1 in het voorste remvloeistofreservoir worden vervangen. Hiervoor contact opnemen met een specialist, bij voorkeur een BMW Motorrad dealer.

Possível perda de eficácia de travagem no travão dianteiro. Depois de se efectuarem todos os trabalhos que têm influência sobre o nível do líquido no

circuito de travão dianteiro (p. ex., substituir pastilhas de travão ou mudar o óleo dos travões), é necessário substituir a grelha 1 no depósito de compensação dianteiro para o óleo dos travões. Para o efeito, dirija-se a uma oficina especializada, de preferência a um concessionário BMW Motorrad.

Etujarrun jarrutusteho saattaa olla heikentynyt. Aina sellaisten töiden jälkeen, joilla on vaikutusta etujarrupiirin jarrunestemäärään (esimerkiksi jarrupalojen tai

jarrunesteen vaihto), täytyy jarrunesteen etumaisen tasaussäiliön ritilä 1 vaihtaa. Käänny tässä asiassa ammattitaitoisen huoltopisteen, mieluiten BMW Motorrad huoltopisteen puoleen.

Πιθανή απώλεια ιζ σύορ θπένων ζ ηο θπένο μπποζ ηινού ηποσού. Μεηά ηην ππαγμαηοποίηζ η επγαζ ιών, οι οποίερ επηπεάζοςν ηη ζ ηάθμη ηος ςγπού ζ ηο

μπποζ ηινό κύκλωμα θπένων (π.σ. ανηικαηάζ ηαζ η ηακακιών θπένων ή αλλαγή ςγπού θπένων), ππέπει να ανηικαηαζ ηαθεί ηο ζ ηοισείο πλέγμαηορ 1 ζ ηο μπποζ ηινό δοσείο ςγπών θπένων. Απεςθςνθείηε για ηο ζ κοπό αςηό ζ ε ένα εξειδικεςμένο ζ ςνεπγείο ή ακόμη καλύηεπα ζ ε έναν Επίζ ημο Επιζ κεςαζ ηή BMW Motorrad.

フロントブレーキの制動力損失のおそれ。

フロントブレーキに対して、パッド交換やフルード交換など、サーキット内のフルードレベ

ルに影響する作業を行った場合には、必ずフロントブレーキフルードリザーバータンク内のスクリー

ンインサート 1 を交換してください。交換の詳細については専門の整備工場か、可能な限り BMW

Motorrad 正規ディーラーにお問い合わせください。

Možna izguba zavorne moči na zavori za sprednje kolo. Po vseh delih, ki vplivajo na nivo zavorne količine v sprednjem zavornem krogotoku (npr. menjava zavornih

ploščic ali menjava zavorne tekočine), je treba zamenjati mrežasti vložek 1 v sprednji izenačevalni posodi za zavorno tekočino. V zvezi s tem se obrnite na specializirano servisno delavnico, najbolje na partnerja BMW Motorrad.

Možná strata brzdného výkonu na brzde predného kolesa. Po skončení všech prací, které mají vliv na stav kapaliny v předním brzdovém okruhu (např. výměna

brzdového obložení nebo brzdové kapaliny), musí být vyměněna mřížková vložka 1 v přední expanzní nádobce brzdové kapaliny. V tejto súvislosti sa obráťte na odbornú dielňu, najlepšie na niektorého partnera BMW Motorrad.

Možná ztráta brzdného účinku brzdy předního kola. Po skončení všech prací, které mají vliv na stav kapaliny v předním brzdovém okruhu (např. výměna brzdového

obložení nebo brzdové kapaliny), musí být vyměněna mřížková vložka 1 v přední expanzní nádobce brzdové kapaliny. Obraťte se na odborný servis, nejlépe na partnera BMW Motorrad.

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