Rider's Manual (US Model)

F 800 GS

BMW Motorrad

The UltimateRiding Machine

Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle data

Model

Vehicle Identification Number

Color number

First registration

Registration number

Retailer Data

Contact in Service

Ms./Mr.

Phone number

Retailer's address/phone number (com-pany stamp)

Welcome to BMW

We congratulate you on yourchoice of a motorcycle fromBMW and welcome you to thecommunity of BMW riders.Familiarize 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 any questions con-cerning your motorcycle, your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer

is always happy to provide adviceand assistance.

We wish you many miles of safeand enjoyable riding

BMW Motorrad.

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Notice concerning current sta-tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . 13Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Under fairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Multifunction switch, left . . . . 16Multifunction switch,right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 21Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 22Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 23Warning and indicatorlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 26Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . 27

4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Steering and ignitionlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36EWS Electronic immobi-lizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Stopwatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 42Emergency-off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 43

BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 44BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . 45Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Rider's Manual (USModel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 56Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Offroad riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Parking your motorcycle . . . . 64

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Securing motorcycle fortransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

6 Technology indetail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Brake system with BMWMotorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Engine management withBMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . 71

7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75General instructions . . . . . . . . . 76Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Auxiliary headlight . . . . . . . . . . . 77Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Aluminum case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Aluminum Topcase . . . . . . . . . 86

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 89General instructions . . . . . . . . . 90Onboard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 108Lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Fairings and Panels . . . . . . . 115Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122Washing your motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122Cleaning sensitive vehicleparts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Protective wax coating . . . . 124Storing motorcycle . . . . . . . . 124Returning motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

10 Technical data . . . . . . 125Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 126Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 127Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 132Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 134Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 136Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Riding specifications . . . . . . 139

11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Reporting safetydefects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142BMW Motorrad Service . . . 143BMW Motorrad MobilityServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 143Confirmation of mainte-nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Confirmation of service . . . . 150

12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

General instructions

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

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

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

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

Notice concerning current status . . . . 7

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Man-ual will provide you with an ini-tial overview of your motorcycle.All maintenance and repair workcarried out on your vehicle willbe documented in Chapter 11.Proof of the maintenance workperformed is a prerequisite forgenerous treatment of claims.When the time comes to sellyour BMW, please rememberto hand over this Rider's Manual;it is an important part of the mo-torcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings thatyou must comply with for

reasons of your safety and thesafety of others, and to protectyour motorcycle against damage.

Special information on op-erating and inspecting your

motorcycle as well as mainte-nance and adjustment proce-dures.

Indicates the end of anitem of information.

Instruction.

Result of an activity.

Reference to a page withmore detailed informa-tion.

Indicates the end of ac-cessory or equipment-dependent information.

Tightening torque.

Technical data.

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

OA Optional accessoryBMW optional acces-sories can be purchasedand installed at your au-thorized BMW Motorradretailer.

EWS Electronic immobilizer.

DWA Anti-theft alarm.

ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.

ASC Automatic Stability Con-trol.

ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustment.

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EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmotorcycle, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describes optionalequipment (OE) offered by BMWand selected optional accessories(OA). This explains why the man-ual may also contain descriptionsof equipment which you have notordered. Please note, too, thatyour motorcycle might not be ex-actly as illustrated in this manualon account of country-specificdifferences.If your BMW is equipped withoptions or accessories not de-scribed in this Rider's Manual,then this equipment is describedin a separate set of instructions.

Technical dataAll dimensions, weights and out-puts in the Rider's Manual referto the Deutsches Institut für Nor-mung e. V. (DIN) and comply withits tolerance regulations. Ver-sions for individual countries maydiffer.

Notice concerningcurrent statusThe high safety and quality stan-dards of BMW motorcycles aremaintained by constant devel-opment work on designs, equip-ment and accessories. Becauseof this, your motorcycle may dif-fer from the information suppliedin the Rider's Manual. In addition,BMW Motorrad cannot guaranteethe total absence of errors. Wehope you will appreciate that noclaims can be entertained on thebasis of the data, illustrations ordescriptions in this manual.

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Overviews

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

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

Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Under fairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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General view, left side1 Onboard socket ( 76)2 Seat lock ( 52)3 Engine oil fill location and

oil dipstick ( 91)

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General view, right side1 Fuel filler opening ( 65)2 Adjusting spring preload

( 48)3 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 95)4 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 94)5 Vehicle Identification

Number, type plate (onsteering-head bearing)

6 Coolant level indicator (be-hind side panel) ( 96)

7 Adjusting damping ( 49)

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Underneath seat1 Storage space

with first-aid kit OA

Storing first-aid kit2 Standard tool kit ( 90)3 Payload table4 Tire inflation pressure table5 Helmet holder ( 53)6 Rider's Manual (in vehicle

rear)with anti-theft alarm OE

Rider's Manual (under thecontrol unit) ( 53)

7 Tools for adjusting springpreload ( 48)

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Under fairing1 Battery ( 118)2 Air filter housing ( 116)

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Multifunction switch,left1 Headlight high beam and

flasher ( 41)2 Selecting display readings

( 38).with onboardcomputerOE

Resetting average data( 39).

3 Hazard warning flashers( 42)

4 with LED auxiliary head-light OA

Operating auxiliary head-lights ( 77)

5 Turn indicators ( 42)6 Horn7 with ESA OE

ESA control ( 50)8 ABS operation ( 44)

with ASC OE

ASC control ( 45)

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Multifunction switch,right1 with heated handlebar

grips OE

Heated hand grip ( 43)2 Starter button ( 58)3 Emergency-off switch (kill

switch) ( 43)

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Instrument cluster1 Warning and indicator

lamps ( 24)2 Speedometer3 Setting clock ( 37).

with onboardcomputerOE

Operation of stopwatch( 39)

4 Multifunction display( 22)

5 Selecting display readings( 38).Resetting tripmeter( 39).

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6 Ambient light sensor (forbrightness adjustment ofinstrument lighting)

with anti-theft alarm OE

Anti-theft alarm indicatorlight (see anti-theft alarmoperating instructions)

with onboardcomputerOE

Engine speed warning( 62)

7 Tachometer

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Status indicators

Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . 24

Fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Multifunction display1 Warning for electronic en-

gine management ( 31)2 with heated handlebar

grips OE

Display of the selectedheated handlebar grip set-ting ( 43)

3 with onboardcomputerOE

Stopwatch ( 39)4 Time ( 37)5 Coolant-temperature warn-

ing indicator ( 30)6 Service is due ( 26)7 Reading display range

( 38)8 with onboard

computerOE

Symbols for illustrating dis-play reading ( 23)

9 Coolant temperature dis-play

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10 – With onboard computer(OE)Gear indicator, "N" isshown for Neutral

11 Fuel level ( 25)12 – With onboard computer

(OE)Reading display range( 38)

13 A warning appears in thereading display range( 27)

14 Trip odometer ( 38)

Meaning of symbolswith onboard computerOE

Distance driven after reach-ing reserve quantity in mls

( 25)

Average consumption inmpg

Average speed in mph

Current consumption inmpg

Ambient temperature in °F( 26)

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Warning and indicatorlamps1 ABS warning lamp ( 32)2 with ASC OE

ASC warning lamp ( 33)3 Fuel-reserve warning lamp

( 25) ( 30)4 Universal warning lamp,

appears together withwarnings in display panel( 27)

5 Headlight high beam indi-cator lamp

6 Indicator lamp for right turnindicator

7 with LED auxiliary head-light OA

Telltale light for the auxil-iary headlights ( 77)

8 Neutral indicator lamp9 Indicator lamp for left turn

indicator

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The ABS symbol can beshown differently depend-

ing on the country.

Fuel levelDue to the complex fuel tank ge-ometry, the fill level cannot bedetermined in the upper fillingrange. For this reason, the fuellevel indicator only details thelower half of the filling range.

If the fill level indicator reachesthe 1/2-mark 1, the fuel tank isstill half full. Now, the fill level isexactly displayed.If the reserve quantity is reached,the fuel warning lamp is switchedon.

Fuel reserveThe fuel level in the fuel tank,when the fuel warning lampswitches on, depends on thedriving dynamics. The morethe fuel is moved within thetank (due to frequently changinginclined positions, frequentbraking and accelerating), themore difficult it is to determinethe reserve quantity. For thisreason, the reserve quantitycannot be accurately indicated.

with onboard computerOE

After the fuel warning lampis switched on, the distance

driven since this point in time isindicated.The distance, which can still bedriven with the reserve quantity,depends on the driving style (onthe consumption) and on the fuellevel, when the warning lamp wasswitched on.

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The odometer for the fuel re-serve is reset, if the fuel level isgreater than the reserve quantityafter refueling.

Service display

If the time remaining until thenext service will elapse withinone month, the service date 1appears briefly following the pre-ride check. The month and yearare shown with two and four dig-its respectively separated by acolon. In this example the displaymeans "June 2013".

If the vehicle covers high annualmileages then shorter service in-tervals may be required. Whenthe odometer reading for the re-calculated early service falls towithin 621 miles (1000 km), theremaining miles (kilometers) 2are counted down in 62-mile(100 km) increments and brieflydisplayed following the pre-ridecheck.

When a service dateelapses without service, the

universal warning lamp lights upin yellow, appearing together withthe date and mileage (kilometer)

display. The "Service" messageis displayed continuously.

If the service displayappears more than a month

before the service date, thestored date must be adjustedin the instrument cluster. Thissituation can occur if the batteryhas been disconnected for alonger time.Consult a certified workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer, for setting ofthe date.

Ambient temperaturewith onboard computerOE

Engine heat can lead tospurious readings of ambi-

ent temperature when the mo-torcycle is stationary. When theeffects of engine heat on themonitored temperature becomeexcessive the display responds

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by temporarily reverting to -- asthe display reading.When ambient temperaturesdrop below 37°F (3°C) the tem-perature display responds byflashing a warning indicating pos-sible ice formation on the roadsurface. The display automat-ically switches from any othermode to the temperature read-ing when the temperature dropsbelow this threshold for the firsttime.

Warning indicatorsDisplayWarnings are displayed with thecorresponding warning lamps.

Warnings for which no separatewarning light is available, are in-dicated with the 'General' warn-ing light 1 in conjunction with awarning or a warning symbol inthe multifunction display. Theuniversal warning lamp lights upin either red or yellow dependingon the urgency of the warning.

If the display in the value area 2shows a warning, then this issymbolized with the warning tri-angle 3. These warnings can bedisplayed in alternation with theodometers ( 38).

The 'General' warning light isshown in accordance with themost urgent warning.

The following page contains a listof potential warnings.

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Overview of warning indicatorsWarning light Displays Meaning

Lights up yellow + "EWS" is indi-cated

Electronic immobilizer is active ( 30)

Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 30)

Lights up red Flashes Coolant temperature too high ( 30)

Lights up yellow appears on the dis-play

Engine in emergency-operation mode( 31)

Lights up yellow + "LAMP" is indi-cated

Bulb defective ( 31)

"x.x °F" flashes Ice warning ( 31)

Lights up yellow + "dWA" is indi-cated

Anti-theft alarm battery drained ( 32)

Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed( 32)

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Warning light Displays Meaning

Lights up ABS deactivated ( 32)

Lights up ABS error ( 32)

Flashes rapidly ASC intervention ( 33)

Flashes slowly ASC self-diagnosis not completed( 33)

Lights up ASC deactivated ( 33)

Lights up ASC error ( 33)

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Electronic immobilizer isactive

General warning light showsyellow.

+ "EWS" is indicated.

Possible cause:The key being used is not autho-rized for starting, or communica-tion between the key and engineelectronics is disrupted.

Remove other motorcycle keysfrom the ignition key ring.Use the reserve key.Have the defective key re-placed, preferably by an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Fuel down to reserveFuel-reserve warning lightlights up.

A fuel shortage can lead tomisfiring and to the engine

dying unexpectedly. Misfiring can

damage the catalytic converter,and the engine dying unexpectedcan lead to accidents.Do not drive to the extent thatthe fuel tank is completelyempty.

Possible cause:At the most, the fuel tank stillcontains the reserve fuel quantity.

Reserve fuel quantity

min 2.9 quarts (min 2.7 l)

Refueling ( 65).

Coolant temperature toohigh

General warning light showsred.

The temperature symbolflashes.

Continued driving with anoverheated engine can re-

sult in engine damage.

Be sure to observe the measureslisted below.

Possible cause:Coolant level is too low.

Checking coolant level ( 96).If coolant level is too low:

Topping up coolant ( 97).

Possible cause:The coolant temperature is toohigh.

If possible, continue drivingin the part-load range to cooldown the engine.In traffic jams, switch off theengine, but keep the ignitionswitched on so that the radia-tor fan continues to operate.Should the coolant temperaturefrequently be too high, havethe fault rectified as quickly aspossible by a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

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Engine in emergency-operation mode

General warning light showsyellow.

Engine symbol appears onthe display.

The engine is in the emer-gency operating mode. Un-

usual engine response is a possi-bility.Adapt your style of riding accord-ingly. Avoid accelerating sharplyand overtaking.

Possible cause:The engine control unit has di-agnosed a fault. In exceptionalcases, the engine stops and canno longer be started. Otherwise,the engine runs in the emer-gency operating mode.

Continued driving is possible,however the accustomed en-gine performance may not beavailable.

Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Bulb defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

+ "LAMP" is indicated.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

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

Possible cause:Bulb defective.

Locate defective bulb with vi-sual check.

Replacing low-beam and high-beam bulb ( 109).Replacing parking light bulb( 110).Replacing brake and tail lightbulb ( 112).Replacing front and rear turnindicator bulbs ( 112).with LED auxiliary headlight OA

Replacing auxiliary driving light( 114).

Ice warningwith onboard computerOE

"x.x °F" (the ambient temper-ature) flashes.Possible cause:The ambient temperature mea-sured at the motorcycle is lowerthan 37 °F (3 °C).

The ice warning does notmean that there is no risk

of black ice forming at measuredtemperatures above 37 °F (3 °C).At low outside temperatures,

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black ice must especially be ex-pected on bridges and in shadyroad areas.

Think well ahead when driving.

Anti-theft alarm batterydrained

with anti-theft alarm OE

General warning light showsyellow.

+ "dWA" is indicated.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

Possible cause:The anti-theft alarm battery hasno capacity. The operation of theanti-theft alarm is no longer en-sured with the motorcycle batterydisconnected.

Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

ABS self-diagnosis notcompleted

ABS warning lamp flashes.

Possible cause:The ABS function is not avail-able, because the self-diagno-sis has not been completed. Tocheck the wheel sensors, themotorcycle must be driven a fewyards.

Ride off slowly. It must benoted that the ABS functionis not available until the self-diagnosis has been completed.

ABS deactivatedABS warning lamp lightsup.

Possible cause:The ABS system has been deac-tivated by the driver.

Switching on ABS function( 44).

ABS errorABS warning lamp lightsup.

Possible cause:The ABS control unit has de-tected an error. The ABS func-tion is not available.

Continued driving is possible.It must be noted that the ABSfunction is not available. Ob-serve additional information onsituations which can lead to anABS error ( 71).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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ASC interventionwith ASC OE

ASC warning light flashesrapidly.

The ASC has detected insta-bility at the rear wheel and hasreduced the torque. The warn-ing light flashes longer than theASC intervention lasts. This fea-ture continues to furnish the riderwith optical feedback confirm-ing that the system has initiatedactive closed-loop interventioneven after the critical situationhas passed.

ASC self-diagnosis notcompleted

with ASC OE

ASC warning light flashesslowly.

Possible cause:The self-diagnosis was not com-pleted; the ASC function is notavailable. So that the ASC self-diagnosis can be completed, theengine must be running and themotorcycle must be moved at aspeed of at least 3.1 mph (5 km/h).

Ride off slowly. It must benoted that the ASC functionis not available until the self-diagnosis has been completed.

ASC deactivatedwith ASC OE

ASC warning light lights up.

Possible cause:The ASC system has been deac-tivated by the driver.

Switch on ASC.

ASC errorwith ASC OE

ASC warning light lights up.

Possible cause:The ASC control unit has de-tected an error. The ASC func-tion is not available.

It remains possible to con-tinue riding. Please be awarethat ASC functionality is nolonger available. Observe addi-tional information on situationswhich can lead to an ASC error( 72).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible at a spe-cialist service facility, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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Operation

Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 36

EWS Electronic immobilizer . . . . . . . . . 37

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Emergency-off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

ESA Electronic Suspension Adjust-ment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Rider's Manual (US Model) . . . . . . . . . 53

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Steering and ignitionlockKeysTwo main keys and one emer-gency key are provided with thevehicle. The emergency key fea-tures a light, compact design, al-lowing it to be carried in a wallet,etc. This key is intended for usewhen no main key is immediatelyavailable, and is not suitable forcontinuous use.Should you lose your keys pleaserefer to the information regardingthe electronic immobilizer (EWS)( 37).The steering and ignition lock,tank lock and seat lock are oper-ated with the same key.

with case OA

with TopcaseOA

The cases and the Topcase canalso be ordered with locks forthe same key on request. Pleasecontact a specialist service fa-cility for this purpose, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Switching on ignition

Turn key to position 1.Parking lights and all functioncircuits switched on.Engine can be started.

Pre-ride check is performed.( 59)ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 60)with ASC OE

ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 60)

Switching off ignition

Turn key to position 2.Light switched off.Handlebars not locked.Key can be removed.Electrically powered acces-sories remain operational fora limited period of time.

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Battery can be recharged viaonboard socket.

Locking handlebarsTurn handlebars to left.

Turn key to position 3 whilemoving handlebars slightly.Ignition, lights and all electricalcircuits switched off.Handlebars locked.Key can now be removed.

EWS ElectronicimmobilizerThe motorcycle's electroniccircuitry monitors the data storedin the ignition key througha ring antenna incorporatedin the steering and ignitionlock. The engine managementsystem does not enable enginestarting until this key has beenrecognized as "authorized" foryour motorcycle.

A spare key attached tothe same ring as the igni-

tion key used to start the enginecould "irritate" the electronics,in which case the enabling sig-nal for starting is not issued. TheEWS warning is shown in themultifunction display.Always store the spare key sepa-rately from the ignition key.

If you lose a vehicle key, you canhave it disabled by your BMWMotorrad partner. When havinga key disabled you should alsobring all of the motorcycle's re-maining vehicle keys with you.The engine can no longer bestarted using a disabled key;however, a disabled key can beenabled again.Replacement and spare keys areonly available through an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.The keys are part of an inte-grated security system, so theretailer is under an obligation tocheck the legitimacy of all ap-plications for replacement/extrakeys.

ClockSetting clock

Attempting to set the clockwhile riding the motorcycle

can lead to accidents.

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Adjust the clock only when themotorcycle is stationary.

Switch on ignition.

Press and hold button 1 untilhours 2 flash.Press button repeatedly untildesired hours are shown.Press and hold button untilminutes 3 flash.Press button repeatedly untildesired minutes are shown.Press and hold button untilminutes no longer flash.Setting is completed.

DisplaySelecting display readings

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1 to select thedisplay in value area 2.

The following values can be dis-played:

Total kilometers (in illustration)Tripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tripmeter 2 (Trip II)Warnings if necessary

with onboard computerOE

Press button 1 to select thedisplay in value area 2.

The following values can be dis-played:

Ambient temperature (°F)Average speed in mph

Average consumption inmpg

Current consumption inmph

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Distance driven sincereaching reserve quantity in

mls

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on ignition.Select desired trip odometer.

Press and hold button 1 untiltrip odometer has been reset.

Resetting average datawith onboard computerOE

Switch on ignition.

Select average fuel consump-tion or average speed.

Press and hold button 1 untildisplayed value has been reset.

Stopwatchwith onboard computerOE

Stopwatch

As an alternative to the odome-ter, the stopwatch 2 can be dis-played. The display consists ofhours, minutes, seconds andtenths of a second separated bydots.In enable improved operation ofthe stopwatch while driving (asa lap timer), the functions of thebutton 1 and the functions of theINFO button on the handlebarcan be interchanged. The stop-watch and the odometer are thenoperated with the INFO button;

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the onboard computer must beoperated with the button 1.The stopwatch continues to runin the background when the dis-play is temporarily switched overto the odometer. The stopwatchalso continues to run when theignition is temporarily switchedoff.

Operating stopwatch

If necessary, switch over fromodometer to stopwatch withbutton 1.

With stopwatch stopped, pressbutton 2 to start stopwatch.With stopwatch running, pressbutton 2 to stop stopwatch.Press and hold button 2 to re-set stopwatch.

Interchanging buttonfunctions

Press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untildisplay changes.FLASH (engine speed warn-ing indicator) and ON or OFFare shown.Press button 2.LAP (Lap-Timer) and ON orOFF are shown.Press button 1 repeatedly untildesired state is shown.ON: Operation of stopwatchwith INFO button on handlebarfitting.

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OFF: operation of stopwatchwith button 2 in instrumentcluster.To save the setting made,press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untilthe display changes.

LightsParking lightsThe parking lights switch on au-tomatically when the ignition isswitched on.

The parking lights are astrain on the battery. Do

not leave the ignition switchedon longer than absolutelynecessary.

Headlight low beamThe low-beam headlight is auto-matically switched on under thefollowing conditions:

If the engine was started.If the vehicle is pushed whilethe ignition is switched on.

With the engine switchedoff, you can switch on the

lights by switching on the high-beam headlight with the ignitionswitched on or by operating theheadlight flasher.

Headlight high beam andflasher

Press switch 1 toward front toswitch on high beams.Pull switch 1 rearward to oper-ate headlight flasher.

Parking lightSwitch off ignition.

Immediately after switchingoff the ignition push the but-ton 1 to the left and maintainpressure until the parking lightscome on.Switch ignition on and thenoff again to switch off parkinglights.

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Turn indicatorsOperating turn indicator

Switch on ignition.

After driving for approx.ten seconds or after cov-

ering a distance of approx. 980 ft(300 m), the turn indicators areautomatically switched off.

Press button 1 toward left toswitch on left-hand turn indica-tor.Press button 1 toward rightto switch on right-hand turnindicator.

Press button 1 into center po-sition to switch off turn indica-tors.

Hazard warningflashersOperating hazard warningflashers

Switch on ignition.

The hazard warning flash-ers place a strain on the

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

If a turn indicator button ispressed with the ignition

switched on, the flashing functionreplaces the emergency flashingfunction as long as the button ispressed. If the turn indicator but-ton is released, the emergencyflasher function becomes activeagain.

Press button 1 to switch onhazard warning flashers.Ignition can be switched off.Press button 1 again to switchoff hazard warning flashers.

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Emergency-off switch(kill switch)

1 Emergency-off switch (killswitch)

Operating the emergencyON/OFF switch when riding

can cause the rear wheel to lockand thus cause a fall.Do not operate the emergencyON/OFF switch when riding.

The engine can be switchedoff easily and quickly using theemergency kill switch.

a Engine switched offb Operating position

Heated handlebar gripswith heated handlebar grips OE

Operating heatedhandlebar grips

Start engine.

The heated hand grips op-tion can only be activated

when the engine is running.

The increase in power con-sumption caused by the

heated hand grips can drain the

battery if you are riding at lowengine speeds. If the battery isinadequately charged, the heatedhand grips are switched off toensure starting capability.

Press button 1 repeatedly untildesired heating level is shown.

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The handlebar grips can beheated at two different levels.The second level 2 is used forfast heat-up of the grips; thenthe switch should be switchedback to the first level.

50 % heating output

100 % heating output

If no further changes are madethe selected heating level isadopted as the setting.

BMW Motorrad ABSSwitching off ABSfunction

Stop motorcycle or switch onignition with motorcycle sta-tionary.

Press and hold button 1 untilABS warning lamp's displaychanges.

ABS warning lamp lightsup.

with ASC OE

First the ASC symbol changesits display behavior. Press

and hold button 1 until ABSwarning light reacts. In thiscase, the ASC setting doesnot change.Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ABS warning lamp remainson.

ABS function is switched off.

Switching on ABSfunction

Press and hold button 1 untilABS warning lamp's displaychanges.

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ABS warning light goesout; if self-diagnosis has

not been completed, it begins toflash.

Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ABS warning lamp remainsoff or continues to flash.

ABS function is switched on.As an alternative, the ignitioncan also be switched off andthen on again.

If the ABS light continuesto light up after switching

the ignition off and then on again,an ABS fault has occurred.

BMW Motorrad ASCwith ASC OE

Deactivating ASC functionSwitch on ignition.

The ASC function canalso be deactivated while

driving.

Press the 1 button and con-tinue to hold it down until thestatus indicated by the ASCwarning lamp changes.

ASC warning light lights up.

Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ASC warning lamp contin-ues to light up.

ASC function is deactivated.

Activating ASC function

Press the 1 button and con-tinue to hold it down until thestatus indicated by the ASCwarning lamp changes.

ASC warning lamp goesout; if self-diagnosis has

not been completed, it begins toflash.

Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ASC warning light remainsoff or continues to flash.

ASC function is activated.

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As an alternative, the ignitioncan also be switched off andthen on again.

If the ASC warning lightlights up after switching the

ignition off and on and then con-tinued driving over 3 mph (5 km/h), an ASC error has occurred.

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

Adjusting the clutch leverwhile driving can lead to

accidents.Only adjust the clutch lever whenthe motorcycle is stationary.

Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise to increase distance be-tween clutch lever and handle-bar grip.Turn adjusting screw 1 coun-terclockwise to decrease dis-tance between clutch lever andhandlebar grip.

The adjusting screw can beturned more easily if you

press the clutch lever forwardwhen doing so.

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

allow air to penetrate the brakesystem.Do not reposition the handlebarcontrols on the handlebars or thehandlebars in their mounts.

Adjusting the handbrakelever while driving can lead

to accidents.Only adjust the handbrakelever when the motorcycle isstationary.

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Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise to increase distance be-tween brake lever and handle-bar grip.Turn adjusting screw 1 coun-terclockwise to decrease dis-tance between brake lever andhandlebar grip.

The adjusting screw canbe turned more easily if

you press the handbrake leverforward when doing so.

MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Move mirror into desired posi-tion by twisting.

Adjust mirror arm

Slide protective cap 1 up overscrew connection on mirrorarm.Loosen the nut 2.Turn mirror arm into desiredposition.Tighten the nut to the spec-ified torque while holding themirror arm to ensure that itdoes not move out of position.

Locknut (mirror) onclamping piece

15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

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Slide protective cap overthreaded fastener.

Spring preloadSettingIt is essential to set the springpreload of the rear suspension tosuit the load carried by the mo-torcycle. Increase spring preloadwhen the motorcycle is heavilyloaded and reduce spring preloadaccordingly when the motorcycleis lightly loaded.

Adjusting spring preloadat rear wheel

Remove seat ( 52).

Remove toolkit 1.

Your motorcycle's han-dling will suffer if you do

not match the spring-preload anddamping-characteristic settings.

Adjust the damping characteristicto suit the spring preload.

To increase spring preload,turn handwheel 2 clockwiseusing toolkit.To decrease spring preload,turn handwheel 2 counter-clockwise using toolkit.

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

Turn adjusting wheel coun-terclockwise as far as possi-ble (One-up without load)

Turn the adjusting wheel asfar as possible counterclock-wise, then 12 turns clock-wise. (One-up with load)

Turn adjusting wheelclockwise as far as possible(Driver with passenger andload 187 lbs (85 kg))

Remount toolkit.Installing seat ( 53).

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DampingSettingThe damping must be adjustedto the road conditions and thespring preload.

A rough road surface requiressofter damping than a smoothroad surface.An increase in spring preloadrequires firmer damping, a re-duction in spring preload re-quires softer damping.

Adjusting damping on rearwheel

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Adjust damping via adjustingscrew 1.

To increase absorption, turnadjusting screw 1 in arrow di-rection H.

To reduce absorption, turn ad-justing screw 1 in arrow direc-tion S.

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

ing

without ESA OE

Turn adjusting screw as faras possible clockwise, thenturn back 1.5 turns (One-upwithout load)

Turn adjusting screw as faras possible clockwise, thenturn back 1.5 turns (One-upwith load)

Turn adjusting screw as faras possible clockwise, thenturn back 1 turn (Driver withpassenger and load)

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ESA ElectronicSuspensionAdjustment

with ESA OE

Adjustment optionsYou can use the ESA ElectronicSuspension Adjustment featureto adapt damping on the rearwheel to the road surface. Threedamping settings are available.

Calling up settingsSwitch on ignition.

Press button 1 to display cur-rent adjustment.

The adjusted damping is shownin the multifunction display, inarea 1. The displays provide thefollowing information:

COMF comfortable dampingNORM normal dampingSPORt sporty dampingThe display is automaticallyhidden again after a short time.

Adjusting the suspensionSwitch on ignition.

Press button 1 to display cur-rent adjustment.

In order to adjust different damp-ing:

Press button 1 repeatedly untildesired setting is displayed.

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The damping can be ad-justed while the motorcycle

is being ridden.

If button 1 is not pressed for alonger time, damping is set asindicated.The ESA display disappearsonce the adjustment procedurehas been completed.

TiresChecking tire pressure

Incorrect tire inflation pres-sure results in poorer han-

dling characteristics of the motor-cycle and reduces the life of thetires.Ensure proper tire inflationpressure.

At high road speeds, tirevalves installed perpen-

dicular to the wheel rim have atendency to open as a result ofcentrifugal force.To avoid a sudden loss of tire in-

flation pressure, use valve capswith a rubber sealing ring forvalves installed vertically to thewheel rim and tighten firmly.

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Check tire pressures againstdata below.

Tire pressure, front

31.9 psi (2.2 bar) (Singlerider, with cold tires)

34.8 psi (2.4 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, withcold tire)

Tire pressure, rear

34.8 psi (2.4 bar) (Singlerider, with cold tires)

40.6 psi (2.8 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, withcold tire)

If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pressure.

HeadlightAdjusting headlight forRHD/LHD trafficIf 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 adjusted tothe relevant conditions by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

Headlight range andspring preloadThe headlight range generallyremains constant due to the ad-justment of the spring preload tothe loading state.Spring preload adjustment mayonly be insufficient when the mo-

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torcycle is very heavily loaded.In this case, the headlight rangemust be adjusted to the weight.

If you are unsure whetherthe headlight range is cor-

rect, consult a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Adjusting headlight range

Loosen screws 1 on left andright.Adjust headlight by tiltingslightly.Tighten screws 1 on left andright.

Basic headlight rangeadjustment

Loosen screws 1 on left andright.Adjust headlight by tiltingslightly so that tip 2 points tomarking 3.Tighten screws 1 on left andright.

SeatRemove seat

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Turn seat lock 1 to left withignition key and hold whilepressing seat downward atfront to support movement.

Raise seat 2 at front and re-lease key.

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Take off seat and place ona clean surface with rubberbuffers facing downward.

Installing seat

Insert seat in brackets 3.Firmly press down on seat atfront.The seat's detent mechanismwill be heard to engage.

Helmet holderLocking helmet onmotorcycle

Remove seat ( 52).

Secure helmet on helmetholder 1 on left or right using asteel cable.

If the helmet is securedon the left-hand side of

the motorcycle, damage can becaused by the hot end muffler.Attach the helmet to the right-hand side of the motorcycle ifpossible.

The helmet catch canscratch the paneling.

When hooking on the helmet,watch the position of the helmetlock.

Guide steel cable through hel-met and bracket and positionas shown.Installing seat ( 53).

Rider's Manual (USModel)Stowing the Owner'sManual

Place Owner's Manual(s) intothe provided bag.

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Tightly fold the open side ofthe bag several times andclose subsequently usingVelcro fastener 1.Stow bag in the vehicle rear.

with anti-theft alarm OE

Slightly lift wires 2.Slide bag backwards underthe wires and the rear framestrut 3, until the rolled-up edgeof the bag is under the rearframe strut.Remove protective foil 4 andattach the piece of Velcro toensure that the bag cannot slipfurther to the back.

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Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Offroad riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Securing motorcycle for trans-port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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

HelmetRider's suitGlovesBoots

This applies even to short jour-neys, and to every season ofthe year. Your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer will be happy toadvise you and has the correctclothing for every purpose.

Reduced clearance ininclined position

with loweringOE

Motorcycles with lowered runninggear have a reduced clearancein inclined position and to theground compared to motorcycleswith standard running gear (seethe chapter "Technical Data").

Danger of accident due tothe motorcycle contacting

the ground unexpectedly early.Observe the reduced groundclearance of lowered motorcy-cles in all positions.

Test the clearance of your mo-torcycle at an angle in safe sit-uations. Remember to take thelimited ground clearance of yourmotorcycle into account whendriving over curbs and similar ob-stacles.

Lowering the motorcycle reducesthe spring travel. A possible re-duction in the accustomed driv-ing comfort may result. Espe-cially when riding with a passen-ger, the spring preload should beadjusted accordingly.

Correct loading

Overloading and unevenloading can diminish the

riding stability of the motorcycle.

Do not exceed the gross weightlimit and observe the loadinginformation.

Adjust spring preload, suspen-sion damping rate settings andtire inflation pressures for thecurrent gross vehicle weight.with case OA

Ensure that case volumes onleft and right are equal.

with case OA

orwith aluminum case OA

Make sure that weight is uni-formly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy pieces of luggageto bottom and inside of cases.Observe maximum payload andtop speed as indicated on labelin case.

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with TopcaseOA

orwith aluminum TopcaseOA

Observe maximum payload andtop speed as indicated on labelin Topcase.

with tank rucksackOA

Observe maximum payload oftank rucksack and correspond-ing top speed.

Payload of tank rucksack

max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith tank rucksack

max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)

with rear softbagOA

Observe maximum payload ofrear bag and corresponding topspeed.

Payload of rear bag

max 3 lbs (max 1.5 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith rear bag

max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)

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 spring-strut andshock absorber systemImbalanced loadLoose clothingInsufficient tire inflation pres-surePoor tire treadEtc.

Risk of poisoningExhaust fumes contain carbonmonoxide, which is colorless andodorless but highly toxic.

Inhaling 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 closedrooms.

Danger of burns

Engine and exhaust systembecome very hot when the

motorcycle is in use. There is arisk of burn injuries by contactwith hot surfaces, particularly atthe silencer.When you park the motorcyclemake sure that no-one comesinto contact with the engine andexhaust system.

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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 dryDo not run the engine with thespark-plug cap removedStop the engine immediately ifit misfiresUse unleaded fuel onlyComply with all specified main-tenance intervals.

Unburned fuel will destroythe catalytic converter.

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

Danger of overheating

Cooling would be inade-quate if the engine were al-

lowed to idle for a lengthy periodwith the motorcycle at a stand-

still: overheating would result. Inextreme cases, the motorcyclecould catch fire.Do not allow the engine to idleunnecessarily. After starting, rideoff immediately.

Modifications

Modifications of the mo-torcycle (e.g. engine man-

agement system, throttle valves,clutch) can cause damage to theaffected components and fail-ure of safety-related functions.Damage caused in this way isnot covered by the warranty.Do not make any modifications.

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

BrakesFront and rear brake fluid levelsClutchDamping setting and springpreloadTread depth and tire inflationpressureFirm seating of cases and lug-gage

At regular intervals:Engine oil level (every time yourefuel)Brake pad wear (during everythird stop for refueling)Tension and lubrication of drivechain

StartingStarting the engine

Transmission lubricationis only ensured when the

engine is running. Insufficient lu-brication can lead to transmissiondamage.

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Do not allow the motorcycle toroll for longer periods or push itover longer distances with theengine switched off.

Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 59)ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 60)with ASC OE

ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 60)Engage neutral, or pull backclutch lever if a gear is en-gaged.

You cannot start the mo-torcycle with the side stand

extended and a gear engaged.The engine will switch itself off ifit is started with the transmissionin neutral and then a gear is en-gaged before retracting the sidestand.

For cold starts and at lowambient temperatures: pull the

lever to disengage the clutchand twist the throttle gripslightly.

Press starter button 1.

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.

Engine starts.If the engine fails to start, thetroubleshooting table in thechapter "Technical Data" mayprovide assistance. ( 126)

Pre-ride checkAfter the ignition is switched on,the instrument cluster conductsa test of the pointer instrumentsand the warning and indicatorlights, i.e. the "Pre-Ride-Check".The test is aborted if the engineis started before it is completed.

Phase 1The pointers of the tachometerand speedometer are run up tothe end stop. At the same time,all warning and indicator lightsare switched on consecutively.

Phase 2The general warning lightchanges from yellow to red.

Phase 3The pointers of the tachometerand speedometer are run back.At the same time, all switched-onwarning and indicator lights are

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switched off consecutively in thereverse order.

If a pointer has not been moved,or if one of the warning andindicator lights has not beenswitched on:

If it was not possible toswitch on the warning

lights, possible malfunctionscannot be indicated.Watch all warning and indicatorlights on the display.

Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

ABS self-diagnosisThe readiness for operationof the BMW Motorrad ABS ischecked by the self-diagnosis.The self-diagnosis routine runsautomatically when you switch onthe ignition. To check the wheel

sensors, the motorcycle must bedriven a few yards.

Phase 1Check on system componentsmonitored by diagnostic sys-tem while vehicle is parked.

ABS warning lamp flashes.

Phase 2Checking wheel sensors whilestarting off.

ABS warning lamp flashes.

ABS self-diagnosiscompleted

The ABS warning lamp goesout.

If an ABS error is indicated fol-lowing completion of the ABSself-diagnosis routine:

It remains possible to continueriding. It must be noted that

the ABS function is not avail-able.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible at a spe-cialist service facility, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

ASC self-diagnosiswith ASC OE

The self-diagnosis routine is de-termining whether the BMWMotorrad Integral ASC is readyfor operation. The self-diagnosisroutine runs automatically whenyou switch on the ignition.

Phase 1Check on system componentsmonitored by diagnostic sys-tem while vehicle is parked.

ASC warning light flashesslowly.

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Phase 2Diagnostic system evaluatesstatus of monitored systemcomponents while vehicle isunderway (at least 3.1 mph[5 km/h]).

ASC warning light flashesslowly.

ASC self-diagnosiscompleted

ASC warning lamp goes out.

If an ABS error is indicated fol-lowing completion of the ABSself-diagnosis routine:

It remains possible to continueriding. Please be aware thatASC functionality is no longeravailable.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible at a spe-cialist service facility, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Breaking inThe first 620 mls(1,000 km)

While running in the motorcy-cle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently; avoid driving for longperiods at a constant speed.Choose curvy, slightly hilly sec-tions of road if possible.Observe the engine run-inspeeds.

Engine run-in speed

<5000 min-1

Have the first inspection carriedout after 300 - 750 mls (500 -1200 km).

Brake padsNew brake pads must be run inbefore they achieve their opti-mum friction force. This initialreduction in braking efficiencycan be compensated for by ex-erting greater pressure on thebrake levers.

New brake pads can extendstopping distance by a sig-

nificant margin.Brake early.

TiresNew tires have a smooth sur-face. This must be roughened byriding in a restrained manner atvarious heel angles until the tiresare run in. This running in proce-dure is essential if the tires are toachieve maximum grip.

New tires have notachieved their full adhesion

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accidents when driving atextreme angles.Avoid extreme angles.

Speedwith onboard computerOE

Engine speed warning

The engine speed warning sig-nals to the driver that the redengine speed range has beenreached. This signal is shown inred by the flashing of the anti-theft alarm indicator light 1.The signal is maintained until thetransmission is upshifted or theengine speed is reduced. It can

be activated or deactivated bythe driver.

Activating engine speedwarning

Press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untildisplay changes.FLASH (engine speed warn-ing indicator) and ON or OFFare shown.Press button 1 until desiredstate is shown.ON: engine speed warning ac-tivated.

OFF: engine speed warningdeactivated.To save the setting made,press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untilthe display changes.

Offroad ridingAfter driving offroadBMW Motorrad recommendsthat the following be observedafter driving offroad:

Tire inflation pressure

A tire inflation pressure re-duced for offroad driving

leads to poorer handling of themotorcycle on paved roads andcan result in accidents.Ensure proper tire inflationpressure.

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Brakes

When the motorcycle isridden on loose surfaces

or muddy roads, the brakes mayfail to take effect immediatelybecause of dirt or moisture onthe disks or brake pads.Brake early until the brakes arebraked clean.

Driving on unpaved or dirtyroads leads to increased

brake pad wear.Check the brake pad thicknessmore often and replace the brakepads sooner.

Spring preload and damping

Spring preload and damp-ing values that have been

changed for offroad use reducehandling characteristics on pavedsurfaces.Before returning to on-road use,reset correct spring preload andcorrect damping.

RimsBMW Motorrad recommendschecking the rims for possibledamage after riding offroad.

Air filter insert

Engine damage due tosoiled air filter insert.

When driving in dusty terrain,check air filter insert for soilingat short intervals and clean or re-place if necessary.

Use under very dusty conditions(deserts, savannas, etc.) requiresthe use air filter inserts speciallydeveloped for these kinds of ap-plications.

BrakesHow do you achievethe shortest stoppingdistances?The dynamic load distribution be-tween the front and rear wheelchanges during braking. Theheavier you brake, the greaterthe weight transfer to the frontwheel. Increases in the load atan individual wheel are accom-panied by a rise in the effectivebraking force that the wheel canprovide.To achieve the shortest possi-ble braking distance, the frontbrake must be applied quicklyand with increasing force. Thisprocedure provides ideal exploita-tion of the extra weight transferto the front wheel. The clutchshould also be disengaged atthe same time. With the "forcedbraking" often practiced in whichthe brake pressure is generated

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as quickly as possible and withgreat force, the dynamic loaddistribution cannot follow theincreased deceleration and thebraking force cannot be com-pletely transferred to the roadsurface. The front wheel can lockup.Locking up of the front wheel isprevented by the BMW MotorradABS.

Descending mountainpasses

There is a danger of thebrakes fading if you use

only the rear brakes whendescending mountain passes.Under extreme conditions, thebrakes could overheat and suffersevere damage.Use both front and rear brakes,and make use of the engine'sbraking effect as well.

Wet, soiled brakesMoisture and dirt on the brakedisks and the brake pads result ina decrease in the braking action.Delayed or poorer braking actionmust be expected in the follow-ing situations:

When driving in the rain andthrough puddles.After washing the motorcycle.When driving on roads spreadwith salt.After working on the brakesdue to oil or grease residues.When driving on soiled roadsor offroad.

Poor braking action due tomoisture and dirt.

Brake until brakes are dry orclean; clean if necessary.Brake early until the full brakingaction is available again.

Parking yourmotorcycleSide stand

Switch off engine.

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.

Fold out side stand and parkmotorcycle.

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

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

If the slope of the road per-mits, turn the handlebars to theleft.

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On a grade, the motorcycleshould always face uphill; se-lect 1st gear.

Center standwith center stand OE

Switch off engine.

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.

Excessive movementscould result in the center

stand retracting, and themotorcycle would topple as aresult.Do not sit on the motorcyclewhile it is resting on the centerstand.

Fold out center stand and jackup motorcycle.

RefuelingFuel is highly flammable.Fire at the fuel tank can

result in fire and explosion.Do not smoke. Never bring anaked flame near the fuel tank.

Fuel expands when ex-posed to heat. When the

tank is overfilled, fuel can escapeand get onto the road. This re-sults in a danger of falling.Do not overfill the fuel tank.

Fuel attacks plastic sur-faces, making them cloudy

or unattractive.Wipe off any fuel that gets ontoplastic parts immediately.

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onside stand.

The available fuel tank vol-ume can only be optimally

used with the vehicle standing onthe side stand.

Open protective cap.

Unlock cap of fuel tank withignition key and fold up.

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Refuel with quality listed belowat most until lower edge of fillerneck is reached.

When refueling after run-ning on reserve, make sure

that you top up the tank to alevel above reserve, as other-wise the sensor will not be ableto register the new level and thefuel warning lamp will not beswitched off.

The "usable fuel quantity"indicated in the Technical

data is the fuel quantity, whichcan be refueled, if the fuel tankwas completely emptied, i.e., if

the engine dies off due to lack offuel.

Recommended fuel qual-ity

Super unleaded (E10)89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKI

with regular unleaded gaso-line (RON 91) OE

Regular unleaded (minorrestrictions with regard topower and fuel consump-tion)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity

Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx.16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

min 2.9 quarts (min 2.7 l)

Press fuel tank cap down firmlyto close.Remove key and close protec-tive cap.

Securing motorcyclefor transport

Protect all component surfacesagainst which straps are routedagainst scratching. For exam-ple, use adhesive tape or softcloths.

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The motorcycle can tipaway to the side and fall

over.Secure the motorcycle againsttipping away to the side.

Push motorcycle onto transportsurface, and do not place onside stand or center stand.

Components can be dam-aged.

Do not pinch components, e.g.brake lines or wiring harnesses.

Secure straps at front on bothsides on lower fork bridge andtension.

Secure straps at rear on bothsides on rear frame and ten-sion.Tension all straps evenly; thevehicle should be pulled downagainst its springs with the sus-pension compressed as muchas possible.

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Technology in detail

Brake system with BMW MotorradABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad ABSHow does ABS work?The maximum braking force thatcan be transferred to the roadsurface is partially dependent onthe friction coefficient of the roadsurface. Gravel, ice, snow andwet roads offer a considerablypoorer friction coefficient than adry, clean asphalt surface. Thepoorer the friction coefficient ofthe road surface is, the longerthe braking distance will be.If the maximum transferable brak-ing force is exceeded when thedriver increases the brake pres-sure, the wheels begin to lockand driving stability is lost, and afall can result. Before this situa-tion occurs, ABS intervenes andadjusts the brake pressure to themaximum transferable brakingforce. This enables the wheelsto continue to turn and maintains

driving stability regardless of theroad surface condition.

What happens whenrough roads areencountered?Bumpy or rough roads can brieflylead to a loss of contact betweenthe tires and the road surface,until the transferable brakingforce is reduced to zero. If brak-ing is carried out in this situa-tion, ABS must reduce the brakepressure to ensure driving sta-bility when restoring contact tothe road. At this point in time,the BMW MotorradABS mustassume extremely low friction co-efficients (gravel, ice, snow) sothat the running wheels turn inevery imaginable case and thedriving stability is ensured. Afterdetecting the actual conditions,the system adjusts the optimumbrake pressure.

Lifting off rear wheelHowever, during extremely heavyand rapid decelerations it is pos-sible that the BMW MotorradABS cannot prevent the rearwheel from lifting off the ground.In these cases, the motorcyclecan also flip end over end.

Heavy braking can lead tothe rear wheel lifting off the

ground.When braking, bear in mind thatthe ABS control cannot be reliedon in all circumstances to preventthe rear wheel from lifting off theground.

What are the designcharacteristics of theBMW Motorrad ABS?The BMW Motorrad ABS en-sures driving stability on any sur-face within the limits of drivingphysics. The system is not op-timized for special requirements

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resulting under extreme weatherconditions offroad or on the race-track.

Special situationsTo detect the tendency of thewheels to lock up, the speedsof the front and rear wheel arecompared. If implausible valuesare detected over a longer periodof time, the ABS function is de-activated for safety reasons andan ABS fault is indicated. Thecondition for a fault message isthe completed self-diagnosis.In addition to problems on theBMW Motorrad ABS, unusualdriving conditions can also leadto a fault message.Unusual driving conditions:

Driving on the rear wheel(wheely) for a longer period.Rear wheel spinning in placewith front brake pulled (burnout).

Heating up on the main or aux-iliary stand at idle or with gearengaged.Locked-up rear wheel for alonger period of time, e.g.when riding downhill offroad.

Should a fault message resultdue to one of the driving condi-tions described above, the ABSfunction can be reactivated byswitching the ignition off andthen on again.

How important is regularmaintenance?

Any technical system is al-ways only as good as its

maintenance condition.To ensure that the BMW Motor-rad ABS is in an optimally main-tained condition, it is vital that thespecified inspection intervals becomplied with.

Reserves for safetyBut remember: the potentiallyshorter braking distances whichBMW Motorrad ABS permitsmust not be used as an excusefor careless riding. ABS is pri-marily a means of ensuring asafety margin in genuine emer-gencies.Take care when cornering. Whenyou apply the brakes on a cor-ner, the motorcycle's weight andmomentum take over and evenBMW Motorrad ABS is unable tocounteract their effects.

Engine managementwith BMW MotorradASC

with ASC OE

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How does ASC work?The BMW Motorrad ASC com-pares the wheel speeds of thefront and rear wheel. From thespeed difference the slip, andwith it the stability reserves onthe rear wheel are determined.When a slip limit is exceeded, theengine torque is adapted by theengine management system.

What are the designcharacteristics of theBMW Motorrad ASC?The BMW Motorrad ASC is anassistance system for the driverand is designed for driving onpublic roads. Especially in atthe limits of driving physics, thedriver has a considerable in-fluence on the control optionsof the ASC (shifting weight incurves, loose loads).The system is not optimized forspecial requirements resultingunder extreme weather condi-

tions offroad or on the racetrack.The BMW Motorrad ASC can bedeactivated for these cases.

Even with ASC, physicallaws cannot be overridden.

The driver is always responsiblefor adapting his/her driving style.Do not reduce the additionalsafety provided with riskydriving.

Special situationsAt an increasing angle, the accel-eration performance is increas-ingly limited in accordance withphysical laws. This can result indelayed acceleration when com-ing out of very tight curves.

To detect spinning or slippingaway of the rear wheel, thespeeds of the front andrear wheel are compared. Ifimplausible values are detectedover a longer period of time, theASC function is deactivated for

safety reasons and an ASC faultis indicated. The condition for afault message is the completedself-diagnosis.In the following unusual drivingstates, the BMW Motorrad ASCcan be automatically deactivated.Unusual driving conditions:

Driving on the rear wheel(wheely) for a longer periodwith ASC deactivated.Rear wheel spinning in placewith front brake pulled (burnout).Heating up on the main or aux-iliary stand at idle or with gearengaged.

The ASC is reactivated byswitching the ignition on andoff and then driving at a speedabove 3 mph (5 km/h).

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If the front wheel loses contactto the ground during extremeacceleration, the ASC reducesthe engine torque until the frontwheel touches the ground again.In this case, BMW Motorrad rec-ommends turning back the throt-tle grip somewhat to achievea stable driving state again asquickly as possible.

On a slippery surface, the throt-tle grip should never be suddenlyturned back completely withoutpull the clutch at the same time.The engine braking torque cancause the rear wheel to block,resulting in an unstable drivingstate. This case cannot be con-trolled by the BMW MotorradASC.

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Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Auxiliary headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Aluminum case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Aluminum Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Your authorized BMW Motorradretailer is the right place to gofor genuine BMW parts and ac-cessories,other BMW approvedproducts, and expert advice ontheir installation and use.These parts and products havebeen tested by BMW for safety,function and suitability. BMWaccepts product liability for theseproducts.Conversely, BMW is unable toaccept any liability whatsoeverfor parts and accessories which ithas not approved.Observe the information on theimportance of tire sizes for chas-sis control systems ( 100).

BMW Motorrad cannot ex-amine or test each product

of outside origin to ensure that itcan be used on or in connectionwith BMW motorcycles withoutconstituting a safety hazard. Noris this guarantee provided whenthe official approval of a specificcountry has been granted. Testsconducted by these instancescannot make provision for all op-erating conditions experienced byBMW motorcycles and, conse-quently, they are not sufficient insome circumstances.Use only parts and accessoriesapproved by BMW for yourmotorcycle.

Whenever you are planning mod-ifications, comply with all the le-gal requirements. The motorcy-cle must not infringe on nationalroad-vehicle construction anduse regulations of your country.

Onboard socketsInformation on using onboardsockets:

automatic switch-offOnboard sockets are switched offautomatically under the followingconditions:

In case of insufficient batteryvoltage to maintain the abilityto start the motorcycleIf the maximum loadabilityspecified in the technical datais exceededDuring starting

Operating electrical acces-soriesAdditional devices connected toonboard sockets can only be putinto operation when the ignitionis switched on. The accessoryremains operational if the igni-tion is subsequently switched off.Onboard sockets are switched offapprox. 15 minutes after switch-

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ing off the ignition to reduce thestrain on the onboard electricalsystem.Additional devices with lowpower consumption are possiblynot detected by the vehicleelectronics. In these cases,onboard sockets are alreadyswitched off shortly after theignition is switched off.

Cable routingThe cables from the onboardsockets to the auxiliary devicesmust be routed in such a waythat they:

Do not impede the riderDo not restrict the steering an-gle and the driving characteris-ticsCannot be trapped

LuggageLashing down luggage

Route luggage belts betweenmotorcycle and along anti-sliplocks 1.

Route luggage belt 2 as shownusing example of a luggage roll.Check piece of luggage for se-cure hold.

Auxiliary headlightwith LED auxiliary headlight OA

Operating auxiliary drivinglight

Start engine.

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Press button 1 to switch onthe auxiliary headlights.

The indicator lamp ofthe auxiliary headlights is

switched on.

If the auxiliary headlights wereswitched on prior to switchingoff the engine, they are auto-matically switched on againwhen starting the engine.Press button 1 again to switchoff the auxiliary headlights.

Casewith case OA

Open case

Turn key 1 in case lock per-pendicular to direction of travel.Hold down yellow locking de-vice 2 and fold out carryinghandle 3.

Press yellow button 4 down-ward while opening case lid.

Close caseTurn key in case lock perpen-dicular to direction of travel.Close case lid.The lid clicks audibly into place.

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If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

of the case lock is oriented in thedirection of travel, the lock tabcan be damaged.Before folding down the carryinghandle, make sure that the slot ofthe case lock is perpendicular tothe direction of travel.

Fold carrying handle 3 down.Turn key in case lock in thedirection of travel and remove.

Adjust case volumeOpen and empty case.

Engage pivot lever 1 in upperend position to obtain smallervolume.Engage pivot lever 1 in lowerend position to set larger vol-ume.Close case.

Remove case

Turn key 1 in case lock per-pendicular to direction of travel.Hold down yellow locking de-vice 2 and fold out carryinghandle 3.

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Pull up red release lever 4.Locking flap 5 pops up.Fold locking flap all the wayopen.Remove case from mount byits handle.

Mounting caseTurn key in case lock perpen-dicular to direction of travel.

Fold up locking flap 5 com-pletely by pulling red releaselever 4 upward if necessary.

Insert case in case carrier 6,then swing as far as possibleonto mount 7.

Press locking flap 5 downwardas far as possible and hold inplace.Press red release lever 4downward.The locking flap 5 clicks intoplace.

If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

of the case lock is oriented in thedirection of travel, the lock tabcan be damaged.Before folding down the carryinghandle, make sure that the slot ofthe case lock is perpendicular tothe direction of travel.

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Fold carrying handle down.Turn key in direction of traveland remove.

Topcasewith TopcaseOA

Open the Topcase

Turn key 1 in Topcase lockinto vertical position.Hold down yellow locking de-vice 2 and fold out carryinghandle 3.

Press yellow button 4 towardfront while pressing Topcaselid upward.

Closing the TopcaseTurn key in Topcase lock intovertical position.

Close Topcase lid with firmpressure.

If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

of the Topcase lock is horizontal,the lock tab can be damaged.Before folding down the carryinghandle, make sure that the slot ofthe Topcase lock is vertical.

Fold carrying handle 3 down.Carrying handle audibly en-gages.Turn key in Topcase lock intohorizontal position and remove.

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Adjusting Topcasevolume

Open and empty Topcase.

Engage pivot lever 1 in frontend position to set larger vol-ume.Engage pivot lever 1 in rearend position to set smaller vol-ume.Close Topcase.

Removing Topcase

Turn key 1 in Topcase lockinto vertical position.Hold down yellow locking de-vice 2 and fold out carryinghandle 3.

Pull red lever 4 toward rear.Locking flap 5 pops up.Fold locking flap 5 all the wayopen.Remove Topcase from mount-ing by its handle.

Mounting the TopcaseTurn key in Topcase lock intovertical position.

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Fold up locking flap 5 com-pletely by pulling red releaselever 4 toward rear if neces-sary.

Hook Topcase into front hold-ers 6 of Topcase retainingplate.Press Topcase onto Topcaseretaining plate at rear.

Fold locking flap 5 closed asfar as possible and hold inplace.Press red release lever 4 to-ward front.Locking flap clicks into place.

If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

of the Topcase lock is horizontal,the lock tab can be damaged.Before folding down the carryinghandle, make sure that the slot ofthe Topcase lock is vertical.

Fold carrying handle down.Turn key into horizontal posi-tion and remove.

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Aluminum casewith aluminum case OA

Open case

Turn key 1 counterclockwise.

The case cover can beopened with both the left

and the right latch.

Press lock housing 2 upwardto release locking claw 3.Pull locking claw 3 to side andopen cover lid.

Close case

Close case lid.Position locking claw 3 on lid.Press lock housing 2 down-ward while making sure thatclaw grips into lid.To lock lock, turn key clock-wise and remove.

Removing case lidOpen one lock of case lid.

Detach lid retaining cable 1.Close case lid.Open second latch of case lid.Remove case lid.

Installing case lidLay case lid on case.Close one lock of case lid.Open case lid toward closedside.

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Hook in lid retaining cable 1.Close case lid.Close second lock of case lid.

Remove case

Turn key 1 counterclockwise.

Press lock housing 2 to side torelease locking claw 3.Pull locking claw 3 to sidewhile holding case in place.

On longer drives, left caseand case carrier may be-

come hot.Allow case and case carrier tocool down before removingcase.

Pull case back as far as possi-ble and remove toward outside.

Mounting case

Position case on case carrierand slide toward front so that

mounts on case carrier 5 andon case 4 mesh.

Position locking claw 3 on casecarrier while holding case inplace.Press lock housing 2 to sidewhile ensuring that claw gripsaround bracket.Turn key clockwise and re-move.

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Topcase when drivingoffroadWhen driving offroad, the Top-case should be removed or theback padding available as an op-tional accessory should be used.

Open the Topcase

Turn key 1 counterclockwise.Press lock housing 2 upwardto release locking claw 3.Pull locking claw 3 toward rearand open lid.

Closing Topcase

Close Topcase lid.Position locking claw 3 on lid.Press lock housing 2 down-ward while making sure thatclaw grips into lid.To lock lock, turn key clock-wise and remove.

Removing Topcase

Turn key 1 counterclockwise.Press lock housing 2 down-ward to release locking claw 3.Pull locking claw 3 back.First pull Topcase toward rearand then remove upward.

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Mounting the Topcase

Position Topcase on Topcasecarrier and slide forward so thatmounts on Topcase carrier 5and on Topcase 4 mesh.

Position locking claw 3 onTopcase carrier.Press lock housing 2 upwardwhile making sure that clawgrips around carrier.To lock lock, turn key clock-wise and remove.

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Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Onboard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Fairings and Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

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General instructionsThe "Maintenance" chapter de-scribes work involving the check-ing and replacement of wearparts that can be performed witha minimum of effort.If special tightening torques areto be taken into account forassembly, these are listed. Anoverview of all required tighteningtorques is contained in thechapter "Technical Data".Information on additional main-tenance and repair work is pro-vided in the Repair Manual foryour motorcycle on DVD, whichyou can obtain from your autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Special tools and thorough spe-cialized knowledge are requiredto carry out some of the workdescribed here. If you are indoubt, consult a certified work-shop, preferably your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Onboard tool kitStandard tool kit

1 Screwdriver handle2 Reversible screwdriver in-

sertwith Phillips and straightblade

Replacing front andrear turn indicator bulbs( 112).Replacing license-platebulb ( 113).Removing battery( 119).

3 Open-ended wrenchWrench size: 17 mm

Adjust mirror arm( 47).

4 Torx wrench T40Adjusting headlight range( 52).

5 Reversible screwdriver in-sertwith Phillips and Torx T25blade

Removing center fairingpanel ( 115).

Service tool kitwith service toolkitOA

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For expanded service work (e.g.removing and installing wheels),BMW Motorrad has put togethera service tool kit matched to yourmotorcycle. You can purchasethis tool kit from your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

The oil level varies withthe temperature of the

oil. The higher the temperature,the higher the level of oil in thesump. Checking the oil level withthe engine cold or after a short

trip leads to misinterpretationsand therefore to incorrect oil fillquantities.To ensure that the display of theengine oil level is correct, onlycheck the oil level after a longertrip.

Wipe area around oil filler loca-tion clean.Allow engine to idle until fanstarts, then let it continue run-ning for an additional minute.Switch off engine.Make sure ground is level andfirm and hold motorcycle at op-erating temperature vertically.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle atoperating temperature on itscenter stand.

Remove oil dipstick 1.

Wipe off the graduated sec-tion 2 with a dry clothPosition oil dipstick on oil filleropening, but do not screw in.

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Remove oil dipstick and readoil level.

Specified level of engineoil

between MIN and MAXmarking

If oil level is below MIN mark:Topping up engine oil ( 92).

If oil level is above MAX mark:Have oil level corrected bya specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Install oil dipstick.

Topping up engine oilMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Wipe area around fill locationclean.

Remove oil dipstick 1.

Both too little and toomuch engine oil can lead to

engine damage.Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Add engine oil up to specifiedlevel.

Checking engine oil level( 91).Install oil dipstick.

Brake systemChecking brake operation

Pull handbrake lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.Press footbrake lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure points areperceptible:

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability of

the brakes.Have all work on the brake sys-tem carried out by specialists.

Have the brakes checked by acertified workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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Checking front brake padthickness

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Visually inspect left and rightbrake pads to determine theirthickness. Direction of view:between wheel and front wheelcontrol to brake calipers 1.

Front brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction materialwithout carrier plate. Wearmarkings (grooves) must beclearly visible.)

If the wear indicators are nolonger clearly visible:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performanceand may result in damage to thebrakes.

In order to ensure the operatingreliability of the brake system,make sure that the brake padsare not worn beyond their mini-mum thickness.

Have the brake pads replacedby a specialist service facility,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking rear brake padthickness

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

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tion of view: from rear at brakecaliper 1.

Rear brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction material with-out carrier plate.)

If brake pads are worn:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performanceand may result in damage to thebrakes.In order to ensure the operatingreliability of the brake system,make sure that the brake padsare not worn beyond their mini-mum thickness.

Have the brake pads replacedby a specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking front brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

to penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check brake fluid levelregularly.

Make sure ground is level andfirm and hold motorcycle verti-cally.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

Move handlebars into straight-ahead position.

Check brake fluid level in frontbrake-fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

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Front brake fluid level(visual check)

Brake fluid (DOT4)

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.

If brake fluid level falls below theapproved level:

Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ist service facility, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

Checking rear brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

to penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check brake fluid levelregularly.

Make sure ground is level andfirm and hold motorcycle verti-cally.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

Read brake fluid level at rearbrake-fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

due to brake pad wear.

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Rear brake fluid level (vi-sual check)

Brake fluid (DOT4)

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.

If brake fluid level falls below theapproved level:

Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ist service facility, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

CoolantChecking coolant level

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Turn handlebars to the right.

Read off coolant level on ex-pansion tank 1. Viewing di-rection: from front throughwindshield and right-hand sidepanel.

Coolant, specified level

Radiator antifreeze

between MIN and MAXmarks on the expansion tank

If coolant level drops below ap-proved level:

Add coolant.

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Topping up coolant

Open cap 1 of expansion tank.Add coolant up to specifiedlevel using a suitable funnel.Close cap of expansion tank.

ClutchChecking clutch operation

Pull the clutch lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure point can befelt:

Have the clutch checkedby a specialized workshop,

preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking clutch playTurn handlebars to left.

Actuate the clutch lever untilresistance can be felt. Observecut-out 1 in the handlebar fit-ting.The edge of cable mount 2should move to the edge ofhandlebar fitting 3.

Clutch cable play

0.2 in (5 mm) (Turn handle-bars to the left)

If clutch play is outside tolerance:Adjusting clutch play ( 97).

Adjusting clutch play

Slide rubber grommet 1 to theside.Loosen the nut 2.To increase clutch play: turnadjusting screw 3 into handle-bar fitting.

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To decrease clutch play: turnadjusting screw 3 out of han-dlebar fitting.Checking clutch play ( 97).Tighten nut 2 while holdingadjusting screw 3 to ensurethat it does not move out ofposition.Pull rubber grommet 1 over thenuts.

Rims and tiresChecking rims

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Visually inspect rims for de-fects.Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replacedby a specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking spokesMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Sweep across spokes with ascrewdriver handle or similaritem, paying attention to result-ing series of notes.

If you hear an uneven series ofnotes:

Have spokes checked by a cer-tified workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

Checking tire tread depth

The handling of your mo-torcycle can already change

for the worse before the legallyprescribed minimum tread depthis reached.Have tires replaced even be-fore the minimum tread depthis reached.

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Measure tire tread depth inmain tread grooves with wearindicating marks.

Tires have wear indicatorsintegrated into the main

tread grooves. If the tire treadhas worn down to the level ofthe marks, the tire is completelyworn. The locations of the marksare indicated on the edge of thetire, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI orby an arrow.

When the minimum tread depthis reached:

Replace tires concerned.

ChainLubricating chain

Dirt, dust and insufficientlubrication will considerably

shorten the service life of thedrive chain.Clean and lubricate the drivechain regularly.

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Lubricate drive chain at leastevery 620 mls (1000 km). Af-ter driving though water or dustand dirt, carry out lubricate ear-lier accordingly.Switch off ignition and engageNeutral.Clean drive chain with suitablecleaning agent, dry and applychain lubricant.Wipe off excess lubricant.

Checking chain sagMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Turn the rear wheel until theposition with the lowest chainsag is reached.

Press chain upward and down-ward using a screwdriver andmeasure difference A.

Chain sag

1.4...1.8 in (35...45 mm)(Motorcycle unloaded onside stand)

If the measured value is outsidethe permissible tolerance:

Adjust chain sag ( 99).

Adjusting chain sagMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Loosen quick-release axlenut 1.Loosen lock nuts 2 on left andright.Adjust chain sag with adjustingscrews 3 on left and right.Checking chain sag ( 99).Make sure that the same scalevalue 4 is set on the left andright.Tighten locknuts 2 on left andright with appropriate torque.

Locknut of drive-chaintensioning screw

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

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Tighten quick-release axlenut 1 to appropriate torque.

Rear-wheel quick-releaseaxle in swinging arm

74 lb/ft (100 Nm)

Checking chain wearMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Engage 1st gear.Rotate rear wheel toward frontof vehicle until the chain is ten-sioned.Determine chain length belowthe rear wheel swing arm with9 rivets.

Permissible chain length

max 5.7 in (max 144.30 mm)(Measured over 9 rivets,chain tensioned)

If the chain has reached the max-imum approved length:

Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

WheelsTire recommendationFor every size of tire, BMWMotorrad has tested certainmakes and approved those ithas found to be roadworthy.If you use wheels and tiresthat have not been approved,BMW Motorrad cannot assesstheir suitability or provide anyguarantee as to their road safety.Use only wheels and tires thatBMW Motorrad has approved foryour type of motorcycle.Extensive information is availableat your authorized BMW Motor-rad retailer or on the Internet atwww.bmw-motorrad.com.

Affect of wheel sizes onchassis control systemsThe wheel sizes play a major rolein the chassis control systemsABS and ASC. Especially the di-ameter and width of the wheels

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are stored in the control unit asthe basis for all necessary calcu-lations. A change in these sizesdue to conversion to others thanthe wheels installed as standardequipment can seriously affectthe control comfort of these sys-tems.The sensor wheels required forwheel speed detection must alsomatch the control systems in-stalled and may not be replaced.If you want to equip your mo-torcycle with different wheels,please speak to a specializedworkshop, and preferably a BMWMotorrad retailer. In some casesthe data stored in the controlunits can be adapted to the newwheel sizes.

Removing front wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Remove screw 1 and extractthe ABS sensor from itssocket.

Remove screws 2 of right-handbrake caliper.

Push brake pads 3 apartslightly by turning the brakecaliper 4 back and forth againstthe brake rotor 5.Mask off area of wheel rim thatcould be scratched in processof removing brake 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 disk on reassem-bly.Do not operate the handbrake

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lever when the brake calipershave been removed.

Carefully pull brake calipersback to remove them from thebrake rotors.

Place motorcycle on a suitableauxiliary stand.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle oncenter stand.

Raise front of motorcycle un-til the front wheel can turnfreely. To lift motorcycle, BMWMotorrad recommends usingBMW Motorrad front wheelstand.Mounting front wheel stand( 108).

Unscrew right-hand axle clamp-ing screws 1.

Remove axle screw 2.Unscrew left-hand axle clamp-ing screws 3.

Push axle as far as possibletoward inside.

Remove axle 4 while support-ing wheel.Do not remove grease on axle.Roll front wheel forward to re-move.

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Remove spacing bushing 5 onleft side from wheel hub.

Installing front wheel

Malfunctions may occurduring control interventions

by ABS and ASC if a wheel otherthan the standard wheel is in-stalled.Please see the information onthe effect of wheel sizes on thechassis control systems ABSand ASC at the beginning of thischapter.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

torque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the tighteningtorques checked by a specializedworkshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Mount spacing bushing 5 onleft side on wheel hub.

The front wheel must beinstalled right way round to

rotate in the correct direction.Observe the direction of rota-

tion arrows on the tires or on therim.

Roll front wheel into front sus-pension while guiding brakedisk between brake pads ofleft-hand brake caliper.

Lift front wheel and insertaxle 4 as far as possible.Tighten right-hand axle clamp-ing screws 1 with specifiedtorque or use suitable tool tobrace for next work step.

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Pinch bolt of quick-re-lease axle

Tightening sequence:Tighten alternatively

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Install the axis screw 2 withtorque.

Front quick-release axlein axle mount

22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Tighten left-hand axle clampingscrews 3 to appropriate torque.

Pinch bolt of quick-re-lease axle

Tightening sequence:Tighten alternatively

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

If they have been tightened,loosen right-hand axle clampingscrews 1 again.Remove front wheel stand.

without center standOE

Remove auxiliary stand.

Place right-hand brake caliperon brake disk.

Tighten screws 2 to the speci-fied tightening torque.

Brake caliper on tele-scopic forks

28 lb/ft (38 Nm)

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Insert ABS sensor in its socketand install screw 1.Remove adhesive tape fromwheel rim.Operate brakes several timesuntil brake pads contact brakedisk.

Firmly compress spring forksseveral times.

Tighten right axle clampingscrews 1 to specified tight-ening torque.

Pinch bolt of quick-re-lease axle

Tightening sequence:Tighten alternatively

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Removing rear wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle on asuitable auxiliary stand.

with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle oncenter stand.

Remove screw 1 and takespeed sensor out of hole.

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Remove axle nut 2.Loosen lock nuts 3 on left andright by turning counterclock-wise.Loosen adjusting screws 4 onleft and right by turning clock-wise.Remove adjusting plate 5 andslide axle as far as possible to-ward inside.

Remove quick-release axle 6and take out adjusting plate 7.

Roll rear wheel as far forwardas possible and removechain 8 from chain sprocket.

Roll rear wheel toward rear outof swinging arm.

The chain sprocket andthe spacer sleeves on the

left and right are loosely insertedin the wheel. When removing,make sure that these parts arenot damaged or lost.

Installing rear wheel

Malfunctions may occurduring control interventions

by ABS and ASC if a wheel otherthan the standard wheel is in-stalled.Please see the information onthe effect of wheel sizes on thechassis control systems ABSand ASC at the beginning of thischapter.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

torque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the tightening

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torques checked by a specializedworkshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Roll rear wheel into swingingarm while guiding brake diskbetween brake pads.

Roll rear wheel as far forwardas possible and lay chain 8 onchain sprocket.

Mount left-hand adjustingplate 7 in swinging arm andinstall quick-release axle 6 inbrake caliper and rear wheel.Make sure that axle fits incutout of adjusting plate.

Insert right-hand adjustingplate 5.

Install axle nut 2, however donot tighten yet.

without center standOE

Remove auxiliary stand.

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Insert speed sensor in hole andinstall screw 1.

Adjust chain sag ( 99).

Front wheel standMounting front wheelstand

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

to support the motorcycle with-out the assistance of an auxiliarystand. A motorcycle standing onthe front wheel stand and therear wheel alone can fall over.Place the motorcycle on an aux-

iliary stand before lifting the frontwheel with the BMW Motorradfront-wheel stand.

Place motorcycle on a suitableauxiliary stand.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle oncenter stand.

Use basic stand with toolnumber (83 30 0 402 241) incombination with front-wheeladapter (83 30 0 402 242).

Loosen adjusting screws 1.

Push two mounts 2 far enoughapart that front suspension fitsbetween them. Adjust supportpin to match front suspension.Use locating pins 3 to set frontwheel stand to desired height.Center front wheel stand rela-tive to front wheel and push itagainst front axle.

Align two mounts 2 so thatfront suspension rests securelyon them.Tighten adjusting screws 1.

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Apply uniform pressure to pushfront wheel stand down andraise motorcycle.

with center stand OE

If the motorcycle is raisedtoo far at the front the

center stand will lift clear of theground and the motorcycle couldtopple to one side.When raising the motorcycle,make sure that the center standremains on the ground. Adjustthe height of the front wheelstand if necessary.

Ensure motorcycle is standingsecurely.

LampsReplacing low-beam andhigh-beam bulb

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.

Remove cover 1 for high-beamheadlight or cover 2 for low-beam headlight.

Open connector 3.

Remove spring strap 4 fromdetents and fold to side.Take out bulb 5.

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Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for high-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Bulbs for low-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

To avoid contamination on thebulb's glass surface, nevertouch or hold the bulb any-where other than on its metalsocket base.

Insert bulb while ensuring cor-rect alignment at Position 6.Close the spring clamp 4 andlock it in place.

Close connector 3.

Install cover 1 or cover 2.

Replacing parking lightbulb

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.

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Remove cover 2.

Pull parking-light bulb 3 out ofheadlight housing.

Pull bulb out of bulb socket.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for parking light

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

To prevent contaminants frombeing deposited on the newbulb's glass surface, always usea clean, dry cloth to hold it.

Press bulb into socket.

Insert parking-light bulb 3 intoheadlight housing.

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Install cover 2.

Replacing brake and taillight bulb

The diode taillight can only becompletely replaced. Pleasecontact a specialized workshopfor this purpose, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

Replacing front and rearturn indicator bulbs

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.

Remove screw 1.

Pull glass on screw connectionside out of mirror housing.

Remove bulb 2 fromlight housing by turning itcounterclockwise.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, front

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

To prevent contaminants frombeing deposited on the newbulb's glass surface, always usea clean, dry cloth to hold it.

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Install bulb 2 by screwingclockwise into light housing.

Insert inside end of lens intolight housing and close.

Install screw 1.

Replacing license-platebulb

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.

Remove screw 1 of mudguardcover and take off cover.

Pull bulb socket 2 out of bulbholder.

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Pull bulb out of socket.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for license-platelight

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

To prevent contaminants frombeing deposited on the newbulb's glass surface, always usea clean, dry cloth to hold it.

Mount bulb in socket.

Insert bulb socket 2 into bulbholder.

Position mudguard cover andinstall screw 1.

Replacing auxiliary drivinglight

with LED auxiliary headlight OA

The auxiliary driving light canonly be completely replaced.Please contact a specializedworkshop for this purpose,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

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Fairings and PanelsRemoving center fairingpanel

Remove seat ( 52).

Remove screws 1 on left andright.

Remove four screws 2.Disconnect plug connection atonboard socket 3.Remove center fairing panel.

Installing center fairingpanel

Connect plug connection toonboard socket.

Lay on center fairing panel.Make sure that three tabs 4on left and right grip into sidepanels.

Install four screws 2.

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Install screws 1 on left andright.Installing seat ( 53).

Air filterRemoving air filter

Removing center fairing panel( 115).

Remove four screws 1.Remove air filter cover 2. Forthis purpose, slightly push thefairing side panels outwards.

Take out air filter 3.

Installing air filter

Install air filter 3.

Attach air filter cover 2. Forthis purpose, slightly push thefairing side panels outwards.Install screws 1 with washers.

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Installing center fairing panel( 115).

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 themotorcycle electronics.Do not use the onboard socketto jump-start the engine of themotorcycle.

A short-circuit can resultif the crocodile clips of

the jump leads are accidentallybrought into contact with themotorcycle.Use only jump leads fitted withfully insulated crocodile clips atboth ends.

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

12 V can damage the motorcycleelectronics.The battery of the donor vehiclemust have a voltage of 12 V.

Removing center fairing panel( 115).When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the onboard electrical sys-tem.

First connect positive terminalof drained battery to positiveterminal of charging batterywith red jumper cable (positive

terminal on this vehicle: Posi-tion 2).Connect black jumper cableto negative terminal of charg-ing battery and then to nega-tive terminal of drained battery(negative terminal on this vehi-cle: Position 1).

As an alternative to thenegative battery terminal,

the spring strut bolt can also beused.

Allow the engine on the sup-port vehicle to run while jump-starting.Start engine of vehicle with dis-charged battery in usual way; ifengine refuses to start, wait afew minutes before repeatingattempt to protect starter andsupporting battery.Allow both engines to run forseveral minutes before discon-necting jumper cables.

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Disconnect jump lead fromnegative terminals first, thendisconnect second lead frompositive terminals.

To start the engine, do notuse start sprays or similar

items.

Installing center fairing panel( 115).

BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery and are essential ifwarranty claims are to be consid-ered.Compliance with the points be-low is important in order to maxi-mize battery life:

Keep the surface of the batteryclean and dryDo not open the batteryDo not top up with water

Be sure to read and complywith the instructions for charg-ing the battery on the followingpagesDo not turn the battery upsidedown

If the battery is not discon-nected, the onboard elec-

tronics (clock etc.) will drain thebattery. This can cause the bat-tery to run flat. If this happens,warranty claims will not be ac-cepted.During driving breaks of morethan four weeks, a trickle-chargershould be connected to thebattery.

BMW Motorrad has devel-oped a trickle-charger spe-

cially designed for compatibilitywith the electronics of your mo-torcycle. Using this charger, youcan keep the battery chargedduring long periods when themotorcycle is not being used

without having to disconnect thebattery from the motorcycle'sonboard systems. Additional in-formation is available at your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Charging connectedbattery

Remove devices connected toonboard power sockets.

Charging the connectedbattery directly at the bat-

tery terminals can damage themotorcycle electronics.To charge the battery via thebattery terminals, disconnect thebattery first.

Charging the battery viathe onboard socket is only

possible with suitable chargers.Unsuitable chargers can result indamage to the motorcycle elec-tronics.Use BMW chargers with partnumbers 77 02 7 722 470

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(230 V), 77 02 7 729 048(230 V), or 77 02 7 722 471(110 V). If in doubt, charge thedisconnected battery directly atthe terminals.

If you switch on the igni-tion and the multifunction

display and indicator lights failto light up, the battery is com-pletely flat (battery voltage be-low 9 V). Attempting to charge acompletely flat battery via the on-board socket can cause damageto the motorcycle's electronics.Always charge a completelydrained battery directly at theterminals of the disconnectedbattery.

Charge disconnected batteryvia onboard socket.

The motorcycle's onboardelectronics know when the

battery is fully charged. Theonboard socket is switched offwhen this happens.

Comply with operating instruc-tions of charger.

If you are unable tocharge the battery via

the onboard socket, youmay be using a charger thatis not compatible with yourmotorcycle's electronics. In thiscase, please charge the batterydirectly at the terminals of thedisconnected battery.

Charging disconnectedbattery

Charge battery using a suitablecharger.Comply with operating instruc-tions of charger.Once battery is fully charged,disconnect charger's terminalclips from battery terminals.

In the case of longer peri-ods when the motorcycle is

not being used, the battery mustbe recharged regularly. See theinstructions for caring for your

battery. Always fully rechargethe battery before returning it touse.

Removing batteryMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.with anti-theft alarm OE

Switch off anti-theft alarm ifnecessary.

Switch off ignition.Removing center fairing panel( 115).

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An incorrect disconnectionsequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Remove negative cable 1 first.Then remove positive cable 2.Remove screws 3 on the leftand right and take off batteryholder forward from the battery.Lift battery up and out, usingtilting movements if it is difficultto move.

Installing battery

If the motorcycle was dis-connected from the bat-

tery for a longer time, the currentdate must be entered in the in-strument cluster to ensure theproper operation of the servicedisplay.Consult a certified workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer, for setting ofthe date.

Switch off ignition.Insert battery into battery com-partment, with positive terminalon right in direction of travel.

Lay on battery holder while en-suring correct routing of cablesto position 4.Install screws 3 on left andright.

An incorrect connectionsequence increases the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Install positive cable 2.Install negative cable 1.

Installing center fairing panel( 115).Setting clock ( 37).

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Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 122

Cleaning sensitive vehicle parts . . . . 122

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Storing motorcycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 124

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Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use cleaning andcare products available at yourauthorized BMW Motorradretailer. BMW Care Productshave been materials tested,laboratory tested, and field testedand provide optimum care andprotection for the materials usedin your motorcycle.

The use of unsuitablecleaning and care products

can damage motorcyclecomponents.For cleaning, do not use any sol-vents such as nitro-thinners, coldcleaning agents, fuel or similar,and do not use cleaning agentsthat contain alcohol.

Washing yourmotorcycleBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use BMW Insect Re-mover to soften and wash offinsects and stubborn dirt frompainted parts before washing themotorcycle.To prevent stains, do not washthe motorcycle immediately afterit has been exposed to brightsunlight 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 washing the motor-cycle, after driving through

water or in the rain, braking canbe delayed due to damp brakedisks and brake pads.Brake early until the brake disks

and pads are dry or braked untildry.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Only use cold water to removeroad salt.

The high water pressureof high-pressure cleaners

(steam cleaners) can damageseals, the hydraulic brake sys-tem, the electrical system andthe seat.Do not use a steam jet or high-pressure cleaning equipment.

Cleaning sensitivevehicle partsPlastics

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaning

agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents that

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contain alcohol, solvents or abra-sives to clean plastic parts.'Fly sponges' or sponges withhard surfaces can also lead toscratches.

FairingsClean body panels with waterand BMW plastic care emulsion.

Windscreens and headlightlenses made of plasticClean off dirt and insects with asoft sponge and plenty of water.

Soften stubborn dirt anddead insects by covering

the affected areas with a wetcloth.

ChromeEspecially in the case of roadsalt, carefully clean chrome partswith plenty of water and BMWauto shampoo. Use chrome pol-ish for additional 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.

When cleaning the radiator, en-sure that the fins are not bent.

RubberTreat rubber components withwater or BMW rubber protectioncoating agent.

Using silicone sprays forthe care of rubber seals can

cause damage.Do not use silicon 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, e.g. tree resin orpollen.However, remove particularly ag-gressive materials immediately;otherwise changes in the paint ordiscoloration can occur. Theseinclude spilled fuel, oil, grease,brake fluid as well as bird drop-pings. BMW Car Polish or BMWPaint Cleaner are recommendedfor this.Contamination of the paint finishis particularly easy to see afterthe motorcycle has been washed.Remove this type of soiling withcleaning naphtha or spirit on aclean cloth or cotton ball. BMWMotorrad recommends remov-ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-

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mover. Then add a protectivewax coating to the paint at theselocations.

Protective wax coatingTo preserve the finish of yourmotorcycle, BMW Motorrad rec-ommends using BMW Car Waxor agents that contain carnaubaor synthetic waxes.A sure sign that the paint mustbe protected, is the fact that wa-ter no longer pearls up on it.

Storing motorcycleClean the motorcycle.Removing battery ( 119).Spray the brake and clutchlever, the side stand pivot and,if necessary, the main standpivot with a suitable lubricant.Coat bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g., Vaseline).

Park motorcycle in a dry room,raising it to remove weightfrom both wheels.

Returning motorcycleto use

Remove the protective waxcoating.Cleaning the motorcycle.Install a charged battery.Before starting: Observechecklist.

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Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13910125

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Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is very difficult to startPossible cause Remedy

Emergency-off switch (kill switch) Emergency-off switch (kill switch) in normal oper-ating position.

Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand.

Gear engaged and clutch not operated. Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.

No fuel in tank Refueling ( 65).

Battery drained Charging connected battery ( 118).

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Brake caliper on telescopicforks

M10 x 40 28 lb/ft (38 Nm)

Pinch bolt of quick-release axle

M8 x 25 Tighten alternatively

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Front quick-release axle in axlemount

M14 x 1.5 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Rear wheel Value Valid

Locknut of drive-chain tension-ing screw

M8 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Rear-wheel quick-release axle inswinging arm

M16 x 1.5 74 lb/ft (100 Nm)

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Mirror arm Value Valid

Locknut (mirror) on clampingpiece

M14 x 1 15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

Clamping piece (mirror) onclamping block

M10 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

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Engine

Engine design Two-cylinder, four-stroke engine, DOHC control,4 valves actuated by trailing valve levers, liquidcooling for cylinders and cylinder head, integratedcoolant pump, 6-speed manual transmission anddry-sump lubrication

Displacement 798 cc (798 cm3)

Cylinder bore 3.2 in (82 mm)

Piston stroke 3 in (75.6 mm)

Compression ratio 12:1

Rated output 86 hp (63 kW), at engine speed: 7500 min-1

with regular unleaded gasoline (RON 91) OE 83 hp (61 kW), at engine speed: 7500 min-1

Torque 61 lb/ft (83 Nm), at engine speed: 5750 min-1

with regular unleaded gasoline (RON 91) OE 60 lb/ft (81 Nm), at engine speed: 5750 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 9000 min-1

Idle speed 1250+50 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 10 % of ethanol) (E10)89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKI

with regular unleaded gasoline (RON 91) OE Regular unleaded (minor restrictions with regardto power and fuel consumption)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx. 16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity min 2.9 quarts (min 2.7 l)

BMW recommends BP fuel

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Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 3.1 quarts (2.9 l), with filter change

Products recommended by BMW Motorrad

BMW Motorrad High Performance Oil SAE 15W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2

Oil additives BMW Motorrad does not recommend using oiladditives, as these can worsen the operation ofthe clutch. Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer forengine oils suitable for your motorcycle.

BMW recommends

Clutch

Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch

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Transmission

Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated inengine housing

Transmission gear ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary gear ratio1:2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear1:1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear1:1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear1:1.174 (23/27 teeth), 4th gear1:1.042 (24/25 teeth), 5th gear1:0.960 (25/24 teeth), 6th gear

Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Chain drive

Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast aluminum swinging arm

Number of teeth of rear-wheel drive (Pinion/sprocket)

16/42

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Running gear

Front wheel

Type of front suspension Upside-down forks

Spring travel, front 9.1 in (230 mm), On wheel

with loweringOE 7.5 in (190 mm), On wheel

Rear wheel

Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast aluminum swinging arm

Type of rear suspension Directly articulated central spring strut with ad-justable rebound-stage damping/spring preload

with ESA OE Directly articulated central spring strut withadjustable spring preload/electrically adjustablerebound-stage damping

Spring travel at rear wheel 8.5 in (215 mm), On wheel

with loweringOE 7.5 in (190 mm), On wheel

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Brakes

Front wheel

Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 2-pis-ton floating calipers and floating brake disks

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Rear wheel

Type of rear brake Hydraulic disk brake with 1-piston floating caliperand fixed brake disk

Brake-pad material, rear Organic

Wheels and tires

Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the current tireapprovals from your authorized BMW Motorradretailer or on the Internet at www.bmw-motor-rad.com.

Front wheel

Front wheel design Spoked wheel, MT H2

Front-wheel rim size 2.15" x 21"

Front tire designation 90/90 - 21

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Rear wheel

Rear wheel design Spoked wheel, MT H2

Rear-wheel rim size 4.25" x 17"

Rear tire designation 150/70 - 17

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), Single rider, with cold tires34.8 psi (2.4 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, with cold tire

Tire pressure, rear 34.8 psi (2.4 bar), Single rider, with cold tires40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, with cold tire

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Electrical system

Electrical rating of onboard sockets 5 A

Fuses All electrical circuits are electronically protected.If an electronic fuse trips and de-energizes a cir-cuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition isswitched on after the fault has been rectified.

Battery

Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery.

Battery voltage 12 V

Battery capacity 12 Ah

Spark plugs

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03...0.04 in (0.8...0.9 mm), New

Bulbs

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

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

Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb for taillight/brake light LED / 12 V

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Maximum number of defective LEDs in taillight 6, Brake / taillight

Bulb for license-plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front R10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear R10W / 12 V / 10 W

Frame

Frame design Lattice-tube frame

Location of type plate Top front steering head

Location of vehicle identification number Right steering head

Dimensions

Motorcycle length 90.6 in (2300 mm), across front wheel to license-plate carrier

Motorcycle height 53 in (1345 mm), across windshield, withoutdriver, at DIN unladen weight

with loweringOE 51.8 in (1315 mm), across windshield, withoutdriver, at DIN unladen weight

Motorcycle width 35 in (890 mm), across handlebars, without mir-rors

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Driver's seat height 34.6 in (880 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with comfort seat OE 35.2 in (895 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with low dual seat OE 33.5 in (850 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with loweringOE 32.3 in (820 mm), without driver at unladenweight

Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 76 in (1930 mm), without driver at unladen weight

with low dual seat OE 74 in (1880 mm), without driver at unladen weight

with comfort seat OE 77.2 in (1960 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with loweringOE 70.5 in (1790 mm), without driver at unladenweight

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Weights

Unladen weight 472 lbs (214 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready forroad, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE

Permissible gross weight 979 lbs (444 kg)

Maximum payload 507 lbs (230 kg)

Riding specifications

Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

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Service

Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 142

BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

BMW Motorrad MobilityServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

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Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad-ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, yourdealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra-tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtainother information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

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BMW Motorrad ServiceWith its worldwide service net-work, BMW Motorrad can attendto you and your motorcycle inover 100 countries around theglobe. BMW Motorrad retailershave the technical informationand expertise needed to conductreliable service and repairs cover-ing every aspect of your BMW.You can find the nearest BMWMotorrad retailer by visiting ourInternet site at "www.bmw-motorrad.com".

If this maintenance and re-pair work is performed inex-

pertly, there is a danger of dam-age and associated safety risks.BMW Motorrad recommendshaving corresponding work onyour motorcycle carried out by aspecialized workshop, preferablyby an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

To ensure that your BMW con-sistently remains in optimal con-dition BMW Motorrad urges youto observe the recommendedservice intervals.Have all maintenance and repairwork confirmed in the "Service"chapter in this manual. For gen-erous treatment of claims sub-mitted after the warranty periodhas expired (goodwill), evidenceof regular maintenance is essen-tial.

You can obtain information onthe contents of the BMW Ser-vices from your BMW Motorradretailer.

BMW Motorrad MobilityServicesThe BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser-vices furnish you and your newBMW motorcycle with extra se-curity by offering a wide array ofassistance services in the event

of a breakdown (Mobile Service,breakdown assistance, vehicle re-covery and retrieval, etc.).Contact your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer for additionalinformation on available mobility-maintenance services.

Maintenance workBMW Pre-Delivery CheckThe BMW pre-delivery check iscarried out by your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer before itturns over the motorcycle to you.

BMW Running-in CheckThe BMW running-in checkmust be carried out between300 mls and 750 mls (500 kmand 1200 km).

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BMW ServiceBMW Service is carried out oncea year. The scope of the ser-vices performed may be depen-dent on the vehicle owner andthe mileage driven. Your BMWMotorrad retailer confirms thatthe service has been performedand enters the date for the nextservice.For drivers who drive long dis-tances annually, it may be neces-sary to come in for service beforethe entered date. In this case acorresponding maximum odome-ter reading will also be entered inthe confirmation of service. If thisodometer reading is reached be-fore the next service date, servicemust be performed sooner.

The service display in the multi-function display reminds you ofthe next service date approx. onemonth or 620 miles (1000 km)before the entered values.

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Confirmation of maintenance work

BMW Pre-DeliveryCheckConducted

on

Stamp, Signature

BMW Running-inCheckConducted

on

Odometer reading

Next serviceat the latest

onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

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BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

Next serviceat the latest

onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and anyspecial campaign (recall) work carried out.

Work carried out Odometerreading

Date

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS

Control, 16Operating, 44Self-diagnosis, 60Technology in detail, 70Warning indicators, 32

AccessoriesGeneral instructions, 76

Additional headlightOperating, 77

Air filterInstalling, 116Position on vehicle, 15Removing, 116

Aluminum caseOperating, 84

Aluminum TopcaseOperating, 86

Ambient temperatureDisplay, 26Ice warning, 31

Anti-theft alarmIndicator lamp, 18Warning indicators, 32

ASCControl, 16Operating, 45Self-diagnosis, 60Technology in detail, 71Warning indicators, 33

Average valuesResetting, 39

BBattery

Charging connectedbattery, 118Charging disconnectedbattery, 119Installing, 120Maintenance instructions, 118Position on vehicle, 15Removing, 119Technical data, 136

Brake fluidChecking fluid level at rear, 95Checking front fluid level, 94Front reservoir, 13Rear reservoir, 13

Brake padsChecking front, 93Checking rear, 93Running in, 61

BrakesAdjusting handlebar lever, 46Checking operation, 92Safety instructions, 63Technical data, 134

CCase

Operating, 78Chain

Adjusting sag, 99Checking sag, 99Checking wear, 100Lubricating, 98

Checklist, 58Clock

Adjusting, 37Control, 18

ClutchAdjusting handlebar lever, 46Adjusting play, 97Checking operation, 97

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Checking play, 97Technical data, 131

Confirmation of maintenancework, 145

CoolantChecking level, 96Fill level indicator, 13Overtemperature warningindicator, 30Topping up, 97

Currentness of this manual, 7

DDamping

Adjusting, 49Adjustment element, 13

DimensionsTechnical data, 137

EElectrical system

Technical data, 136Emergency ON/OFF switch, 17

Operating, 43

EngineStarting, 58Technical data, 129Warning for engineelectronics, 31

Engine oilChecking level, 91Fill location, 11Oil dipstick, 11Technical data, 131Topping up, 92

Engine speed warningSwitching on, 62Warning lamp, 18

Equipment, 7ESA

Control, 16Operating, 50

FFairing

Installing center section, 115Removing center section, 115

First-aid kitLocation, 14

FrameTechnical data, 137

Front wheel standMounting, 108

FuelFill level indicator, 25Fill location, 13Refueling, 65Reserve quantity, 25Technical data, 130

Fuel reserveWarning indicator, 30

Fuses, 136

HHazard warning flashers

Control, 16Operating, 42

HeadlightAdjusting headlight range, 52Headlight range, 51RHD/LHD traffic, 51

Heated handlebar gripsControl, 17Operating, 43

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Helmet holderPosition on vehicle, 14Securing helmet, 53

Horn, 16

IIgnition

Switching off, 36Switching on, 36

ImmobilizerSpare key, 37Warning indicator, 30

Indicator lightsOverview, 24

Instrument clusterAmbient light sensor, 18Overview, 18

JJump-starting, 117

KKeys, 36

LLamps

Replacing auxiliary drivinglight, 114Replacing brake light and taillight bulbs, 112Replacing high-beam bulb, 109Replacing license-platebulb, 113Replacing low-beam bulb, 109Replacing parking-lightbulb, 110Replacing turn indicatorbulbs, 112Technical data, 136Warning for bulb failure, 31

LightsControl, 16Headlight low beam, 41Operating headlight flasher, 41Operating headlight highbeams, 41Operating parking light, 41Parking lights, 41

Lowered suspensionLimitations, 56

LuggageLashing down, 77Loading information, 56

MMaintenance

General instructions, 90Maintenance intervals, 143Mirrors

Adjusting, 47Mobility Services, 143Motorcycle

Care, 121Cleaning, 121Parking, 64Returning to use, 124Securing with straps, 66Storage, 124

Multifunction display, 18Control, 16Meaning of symbols, 23Overview, 22Selecting display readings, 38

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Multifunction switchGeneral view, left, 16General view, right, 17

OOdometer and tripmeters

Control, 18Resetting, 39

Offroad riding, 62Onboard socket

Information on use, 76Position on vehicle, 11

Onboard toolkitContents, 90Position on vehicle, 14

Overview of warningindicators, 28

OverviewsInstrument cluster, 18Left side of vehicle, 11Multifunction display, 22Multifunction switch, left, 16Right handlebar fitting, 17Right side of vehicle, 13Under fairing, 15

Underneath seat, 14Warning and indicatorlamps, 24

PPre-ride check, 59

RRear-wheel drive

Technical data, 132Refueling, 65Rider's Manual (US Model)

Location, 53Position on vehicle, 14

Running gearTechnical data, 133

Running in, 61

SSafety instructions

About brakes, 63On riding, 56

SeatInstalling, 52Locking mechanism, 11Removing, 52

Service, 143Reporting safety defects, 142

Service display, 26Spark plugs

Technical data, 136Speedometer, 18Spring preload

Adjusting, 48Adjustment element, 13Tool, 14

Starting, 58Control, 17

Steering lockLocking, 37

StopwatchOperating, 39

Switching off, 64Symbols

Meaning, 23

TTachometer, 18Technical data

Battery, 136Brakes, 134

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Bulbs, 136Clutch, 131Dimensions, 137Electrical system, 136Engine, 129Engine oil, 131Frame, 137Fuel, 130Rear-wheel drive, 132Running gear, 133Spark plugs, 136Standards, 7Transmission, 132Weights, 139Wheels and tires, 134

TiresChecking tire inflationpressure, 51Checking tread depth, 98Inflation pressure table, 14Inflation pressures, 135Recommendation, 100Running in, 61Technical data, 134

TopcaseOperating, 81

Torques, 127Transmission

Technical data, 132Troubleshooting chart, 126Turn indicators

Control, 16Operating, 42

Type platePosition on vehicle, 13

VVehicle Identification Number

Position on vehicle, 13

WWarning indicators

ABS, 32Anti-theft alarm, 32ASC, 33Bulb failure, 31Coolant temperature, 30Display, 27Engine electronics, 31Fuel reserve, 30

Ice warning, 31Immobilizer, 30

Warning lampsOverview, 24

WeightsPayload table, 14Technical data, 139

WheelsChecking rims, 98Checking spokes, 98Installing front wheel, 103Installing rear wheel, 106Removing front wheel, 101Removing rear wheel, 105Size change, 100Technical data, 134

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Details described or illustratedin this booklet may differ fromthe motorcycle's actual specifi-cation as purchased, the acces-sories fitted or the national-mar-ket specification. No claims willbe entertained as a result of suchdiscrepancies.Dimensions, weights, fuel con-sumption and performance dataare quoted to the customary tol-erances.The right to modify designs,equipment and accessories isreserved.Errors and omissions excepted.

© 2012 BMW MotorradNot to be reproduced eitherwholly or in part without writtenpermission from BMW Motorrad,After Sales.Printed in Germany.

Important data for refueling

Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 10 % of ethanol) (E10)89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKI

with regular unleaded gasoline (RON 91) OE Regular unleaded (minor restrictions with regard to powerand fuel consumption)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx. 16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity min 2.9 quarts (min 2.7 l)

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), Single rider, with cold tires34.8 psi (2.4 bar), Driver with passenger and/or load, withcold tire

Tire pressure, rear 34.8 psi (2.4 bar), Single rider, with cold tires40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with passenger and/or load, withcold tire

BMW recommends

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