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BMW Motorrad

Rider's Manual (US Model)K 1600 GTL

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.

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Currentness of this man-ual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . 13Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . 14Right handlebar fitting . . . . . . . 16Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 19Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 20Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 21Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 22Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 22Oil level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Warning and indicatorlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . 26

4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Electronic immobilizerEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 43Onboard computer . . . . . . . . . . 48Odometer andtripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 52Emergency ON/OFFswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 53Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Wind deflection wing . . . . . . . . 59Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Stowage compartments . . . . . 61Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Electronic suspension ad-justment ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 70Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 76Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Parking your motorcycle . . . . 82

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Securing motorcycle fortransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

6 Technology indetail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Brake system with BMWMotorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . 87Engine management withBMW Motorrad DTC . . . . . . . . 90Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Electronic Suspension Ad-justment ESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95General instructions . . . . . . . . . 96Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Navigation device . . . . . . . . . . . 97Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 107General instructions . . . . . . . 108Standard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . 108Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Rims and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 122Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Washing your motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Cleaning sensitive motorcy-cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Protective wax coating . . . . 136Storing motorcycle . . . . . . . . 136Returning motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

10 Technical data . . . . . . 137Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 138Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 139Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 143Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 145Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 146Anti-theft alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . 148Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Riding specifications . . . . . . 150

11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151Reporting safetydefects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152BMW Motorrad Service . . . 153BMW Motorrad ServiceQuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153BMW Motorrad MobilityServices - on-site break-down service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 154

Confirmation of mainte-nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155Confirmation of service . . . . 160

12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

General instructions

General instructions

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

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

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

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

Currentness of this manual . . . . . . . . . . 7

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Man-ual will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work car-ried out on your motorcycle 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 Man-ual; it is an important part of themotorcycle.

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.

DTC Dynamic Traction Con-trol.

ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustment.

TPC/RDC

Tire Pressure Control(TPC).

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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 separate operating 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.

Currentness of thismanualThe 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

Overviews

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

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

Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Right handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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

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General view, left side1 Clutch fluid reservoir

( 115)2 Fuel filler opening ( 82)3 Operating panel for the

audio system (see separateuser guide)

4 Seat lock ( 57)5 Control for rear-seat heat-

ing (on the seat) ( 55)6 Payload table

Tire inflation pressure table7 Adjusting spring preload

( 64)8 Adjusting damping ( 65)9 Storage compartment

( 61)10 Adjustable shift lever

( 63)11 Wind deflection wing

( 59)

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General view, right side1 Vehicle Identification Num-

ber (above engine oil fillerneck)

2 Onboard socket ( 96)3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 112)4 Coolant level indicator (be-

hind side panel) ( 114)5 Type plate (on front sus-

pension)6 Wind deflection wing

( 59)7 Engine oil fill location and

oil dipstick ( 108)8 Stowage compartment of

the audio system ( 61)9 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 113)

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Left handlebar fitting1 High-beam headlight and

headlight flasher ( 50)2 with LED auxiliary head-

lights OE

Operating additional head-lights ( 51)

3 Cruise control operation( 59)

4 Hazard warning flashers( 52)

5 Windshield operation( 58)

6 Operating turn indicators( 52)

7 Horn

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8 Multi-controller and MENUbuttonOperating the multifunctiondisplay ( 43)Operation of the audio sys-tem (see the appropriateinstructions for use)

with Dynamic TractionControl (DTC) OE

Using DTC ( 56)with Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA) OE

Operating ESA ( 65)9 Select the favorite menu.

( 47).

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Right handlebar fitting1 with central lockingOE

Operation of the centrallocking system ( 67)

2 Selection of the ride mode( 56)

3 Emergency ON/OFFswitch ( 53)

4 Starting engine ( 78)

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Underneath seat1 Rider's Manual (US Model)2 Fuses ( 131)3 Battery ( 128)4 Standard tool kit ( 108)

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Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Release for navigation slot3 Warning and indicator

lights ( 25)4 with navigation systemOA

Navigation device ( 97)5 Ambient brightness sensor

(for brightness adjustmentof instrument lighting)

6 Tachometer7 Control for tripmeters

( 49)8 Multifunction display

( 20)

The brightness of the warn-ing lights and telltale lights,

the display and the instrumentneedle and gauge lighting isadapted automatically to suit am-bient brightness.

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Status indicators

Status indicators

Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Oil level indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Warning and indicator lights. . . . . . . . . 25

Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Multifunction display1 Riding mode ( 56)2 Coolant temperature3 Area for warnings ( 26)4 Menu area ( 43)

Area for messages relatingto the audio system

5 Onboard computer displayarea ( 48)

with Tire Pressure Con-trol (TPC/RDC)OE

RDC readings6 Status indicators for seat

heating ( 54)Status indicators for han-dlebar grip heating ( 53)

with Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA)OE

ESA settings7 Trip distance ( 49)8 Total distance covered9 Clock ( 47)10 Fuel level11 Gear indicator, "N" is

shown at idle

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Meaning of symbols

Meanings of the symbols at posi-tion 1:

Average consumption1 and 2 since last reset

( 48)

Range with fuel now onboard ( 21)

Average speed since lastreset ( 48)

Ambient temperature( 22)

Tire inflation pressures( 22)

Stopwatch ( 48)

Travel times ( 49)

Date (display mode de-pends on the time format

selected) ( 47)

Oil level ( 23)

2 Rear-seat heating ON3 Handlebar grip heating ON4 Front-seat heating ON

with Electronic Suspension Ad-justment (ESA)OE

5 Damping6 Vehicle load

RangeThe range indicates whatdistance can still be driven

with the remaining fuel. The av-erage consumption for calculatingthe range is not displayed andmay differ from the indicated av-erage consumption.You must put at least five liters offuel into the fuel tank for the newlevel to be registered correctly.

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If the sensor cannot register thenew level the range display can-not be updated.If the motorcycle is standing onthe side stand, the fuel level can-not be correctly determined dueto the inclined position. For thisreason the range is only cal-culated with the side stand re-tracted.

The determined range is anapproximate reading. BMW

Motorrad therefore recommendsthat you do not try to use the fullrange before refueling.

Ambient temperatureWhen the motorcycle isstopped, the engine heat

can falsify the measurementof the ambient temperature. Ifthe influence of the engine heatbecomes too great, -- is tem-porarily shown in the display.

If the ambient temperaturedrops below 37 °F (3 °C),

this warning of possible icing-up appears. The display auto-matically switches from any othermode to the temperature read-ing when the temperature dropsbelow this threshold for the firsttime.

Tire inflation pressureswith Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OE

The displayed tire inflation pres-sures refer to a tire temperatureof 68 °F (20 °C) . The left-handvalue 1 indicates the air pres-sure of the front wheel, and theright-hand value 2 the inflationpressure of the rear wheel. Im-mediately after switching on theignition, "-- --" is displayed, asthe transfer of the inflation pres-sure values does not begin untila speed of 19 mph (30 km/h) isexceeded for the first time.

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If the pressure in a tire drops toa critical level the correspondingstatus indicator shows red.

The tire warning symbolalso appears on the display.

The general warning lightflashes red.

Additional information on BMWMotorrad TPC/RDC is providedfrom page ( 91).

Oil level indicatorThe oil-level indicator givesyou an indication of the en-

gine oil level.

The conditions for the oil levelindicator are as follows:

Engine at operating tempera-ture.Engine idling for at least tenseconds.Side-stand retracted.

Motorcycle is vertical.

The readings mean:

OK: Oil level is correct

CHECK!: Check oil level duringnext refueling stop.

– – –: No measurement possi-ble (above-mentioned conditionsnot met).

Service displayIf a service is due, for abrief period after the pre-

ride check the service symbolappears on the display and theservice-due date shows insteadof the odometer reading.

If the service is overdue theGeneral warning light briefly

shows yellow and the servicesymbol lights up continuously.

If the countdown to the nextservice is less than one month,service-due date 1 appears onthe display.

If the motorcycle is driven longdistances annually, it is possi-ble that earlier service will be

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required. If the countdown dis-tance to the early service is lessthan 621 mls (1000 km), count-down distance 2 appears on thedisplay.

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 batterywas disconnected.

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Warning and indicatorlights1 ABS warning light ( 34)2 with Dynamic Traction

Control (DTC) OE

DTC warning light ( 35)3 Telltale light of the left turn

indicators4 Warning light for fuel down

to reserve ( 31)5 Neutral indicator light6 High-beam headlight indi-

cator light7 Telltale light of the right

turn indicators8 Warning light for engine

electronics9 with anti-theft alarm OE

Anti-theft alarm telltale light( 70)

10 with LED auxiliary head-lights OE

Telltale light for the auxil-iary headlights ( 51)

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11 Indicator light of cruise-control system ( 59)

12 General warning light, inconjunction with warn-ing indicators in display( 26)

Warning indicatorsDisplayWarnings are displayed with thecorresponding warning light.

Warnings for which there is nodedicated warning light are indi-cated by 'General' warning light 1showing in combination with awarning symbol such as, for ex-ample, 2 appearing in the mul-tifunction display. The 'General'warning light shows red or yel-low, depending on the urgency ofthe warning.

Up to four warning symbols canbe displayed at any given time.The general warning light isshown in accordance with themost urgent warning.The possible warnings are listedon the following pages.

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Overview of warning indicatorsWarning light Displays Meaning

Lights up yellow appears on the dis-play

Electronic immobilizer is active ( 31)

Lights up Fuel-level readingturns yellow

Fuel down to reserve ( 31)

Lights up red Temperature read-ing turns red

Coolant temperature too high ( 31)

Lights up Engine fault ( 32)

Flashes Severe engine fault ( 32)

appears on the dis-play

Engine-oil level too low ( 32)

Lights up red appears on the dis-play

Battery charge current insufficient( 32)


On-board system voltage low ( 33)

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Warning light Displays Meaning


On-board system voltage critical ( 33)


Rear light failure ( 33)


Front light failure ( 34)


Light failure ( 34)


Ice warning ( 34)

Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed( 34)

Lights up ABS error ( 35)

Flashes rapidly DTC intervention ( 35)

Flashes slowly DTC self-diagnosis not completed( 35)

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Lights up DTC deactivated ( 35)

Lights up DTC error ( 35)

Flashes red + tire pressure inred

Tire inflation pressure outside permissi-ble tolerance ( 36)

+ "--" or "----" is indicated

Transmission error ( 36)

Lights up yellow + "--" or "----" is indicated

Sensor defective or system fault ( 37)


Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensorweak ( 37)

Lights up red appears on the dis-play

Light direction of the low-beam headlightnot known ( 38)


Beam-throw adjustment of the low-beamheadlight restricted ( 38)


Headlight aiming changed ( 38)

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Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 38)


Anti-theft alarm battery drained ( 39)


Central locking locked ( 39)

briefly shows yellow appears on the dis-play

Service overdue ( 39)

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Electronic immobilizer isactive

General warning light showsyellow.

Key appears on the display.

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

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

Fuel down to reserveReserve-fuel symbol lightsup

Fuel-level reading turns yellow.

A fuel shortage can lead tomisfiring and to the engine

dying unexpectedly. Misfiring candamage 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

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

Refueling ( 82).

Coolant temperature toohigh

General warning light showsred.

The temperature reading turnsred.

Continued driving with anoverheated engine can re-

sult in engine damage.Be sure to observe the measureslisted below.

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 faultThe engine symbol lightsup.

Possible cause:The engine control unit has diag-nosed a fault.

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.

If you continue to ride be pre-pared for unusual engine be-havior (low power, poor throttleresponse, abrupt stalling, etc.)Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Severe engine faultThe engine symbol flashes.

Possible cause:The engine control unit has diag-nosed a severe fault.

An engine fault that canlead to severe consequen-

tial damage has been detected.Adapt your style of riding accord-ingly. Ride slowly, avoid acceler-ating and overtaking.If possible, have the motorcyclepicked up.

If you continue to ride be pre-pared for unusual engine be-havior (low power, poor throttleresponse, abrupt stalling, etc.)Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Engine-oil level too lowThe oil can symbol is dis-played.

Possible cause:The electronic oil level sensorhas detected a low engine oillevel. Check the engine-oil levelwith the dipstick the next timeyou stop to refuel:

Checking engine oil level( 108).

If oil level is too low:Topping up engine oil ( 110).

Battery charge currentinsufficient


The battery symbol is dis-played.

A discharged battery leadsto the failure of various mo-

torcycle systems, e.g. lighting,

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engine or ABS. This can result indangerous driving situations.If possible, do not continuedriving.

The battery is not being charged.If you continue driving, the vehi-cle electronics will discharge thebattery.Possible cause:Alternator or alternator drive de-fective

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

On-board system voltagelow

The split battery symbolappears on the display.

Generator power is only just suf-ficient to supply all consumersand charge the battery.

Possible cause:Too many consumers switchedon. On-board system voltagetends to drop particularly at lowengine rpm and when the engineis idling.

When riding at low engine rpmswitch off consumers that arenot necessary for road safety(e.g. heated body warmer orauxiliary headlights).

On-board system voltagecritical


The split battery symbolappears on the display.

Generator power is no longersufficient to supply all consumersand charge the battery. In orderto ensure that the engine canbe started and the motorcycleridden, the on-board electronicsswitch off the electricity supply

to the on-board sockets and theauxiliary headlights. In extremecases the seat heating and thegrip heating might also be shutdown.Possible cause:Too many consumers switchedon. On-board system voltagetends to drop particularly at lowengine rpm and when the engineis idling.

When riding at low engine rpmswitch off consumers that arenot necessary for road safety(e.g. heated body warmer orauxiliary headlights).

Rear light failureGeneral warning light showsyellow.

Bulb symbol with arrowpointing to the rear appears

on the display.

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Possible cause:Rear light, brake light or rearflashing turn indicator defective.

The diode tail light must be re-placed. Please contact a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Front light failureGeneral warning light showsyellow.

Bulb symbol with arrowpointing to the front ap-

pears on the display.

Possible cause:Low-beam headlight, high-beamheadlight, parking light or frontflashing turn indicator defective.

Consult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad dealer, if the low-beam headlight or an LED turnindicator requires replacement.

Replacing high-beam bulb( 125).

Light failureGeneral warning light showsyellow.

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

play.

Possible cause:A combination of light failureshas occurred.

Please contact a specializedworkshop, preferably an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Ice warningThe ice crystal symbol isdisplayed.

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

Think well ahead when driving.

ABS self-diagnosis notcompleted

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible cause:Self-diagnosis did not complete,so the ABS function is not avail-able. The motorcycle must beridden at a speed of at least 3.1mph (5 km/) in order for ABSself-to complete.

Pull away slowly. Bear in mindthat the ABS function is notavailable until self-has com-pleted.

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ABS errorABS warning light lights up.

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

Continued driving is possiblewhile taking the failed ABSfunction into account. Observeadditional information on situa-tions which can lead to an ABSerror ( 89).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

DTC interventionwith Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

DTC warning light flashesrapidly.

The DTC has detected insta-bility at the rear wheel and hasreduced the torque. The warninglight flashes longer than the DTCintervention lasts. As a result,the driver is provided with opti-cal feedback on the regulationcarried out even after the criticaldriving situation.

DTC self-diagnosis notcompleted

with Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

DTC warning light flashesslowly.

Possible cause:The self-diagnosis was not com-pleted; the DTC function is notavailable. The engine must berunning and the motorcycle mustbe moved at a speed of at least

3.1 mph (5 km/h) in order forDTC self-diagnosis to complete.

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

DTC deactivatedwith Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

DTC warning light lights up.

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

Switch on DTC.

DTC errorwith Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

DTC warning light lights up.

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

Continued driving is possible.It must be noted that the DTCfunction is not available. Ob-serve additional information onsituations which can lead to aDTC error ( 90).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Tire inflation pressureoutside permissibletolerance

with Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OE

General warning lightflashes red.

+ the critical tire pressureshows red.

Possible cause:The measured tire inflation pres-sure is outside the permissibletolerance.

Check tire for damage anddrivability.

Is it still possible to drive with tire:

Incorrect tire inflation pres-sure result in poorer han-

dling of the motorcycle.Always adapt your driving styleto the incorrect tire inflationpressure.

Correct tire inflation pressure atnext opportunity.

Before adjusting the tire in-flation pressure, observe

the information on temperaturecompensation and on inflationpressure adjustment in the chap-ter "Technology in detail".

Have the tire checked for dam-age by a specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

If you are unsure about the driv-ability of the tire:

Do not continue driving.Inform roadside service.

Transmission errorwith Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OE

+ "--" or "-- --" is indi-cated.

Possible cause:The motorcycle's speed has notexceeded the threshold of ap-prox. 20 mph (30 km/h). TheTPC/RDC sensors do not sendtheir signal until after this speedhas been exceeded for the firsttime ( 91).

Watch RDC display at higherspeed. A permanent fault hasnot occurred until the general

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warning light also lights up. Inthis case:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Possible cause:There is a fault in the radio con-nection to the RDC sensors.Possible causes are radio sys-tems in the surrounding area,which interfere with the connec-tion between the RDC controlunit and the sensors.

Watch the RDC display in an-other environment. A perma-nent fault has not occurred un-til the general warning light alsolights up. In this case:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Sensor defective orsystem fault



+ "--" or "-- --" is indi-cated.

Possible cause:Wheels without installed RDCsensors are mounted.

Retrofit wheel set with RDCsensors.

Possible cause:One or two RDC sensors havefailed.

Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Possible cause:A system fault has occurred.

Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Battery of tire-inflationpressure sensor weak



The RDC battery symbolappears on the display.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

Possible cause:The battery of the tire inflationpressure sensor no longer hasits full capacity. The operation ofthe tire inflation pressure controlis only ensured for a limited time.

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

Light direction of the low-beam headlight not known


Headlight with questionmark appears on the dis-

play.

Illumination of the road aheadis no longer optimum; there is apossibility of dazzling oncomingtraffic.Possible cause:Light direction and range of thelow-beam headlight are unknown,adjustment is no longer possible.

If it is dark leave the motorcy-cle where it is or have it pickedup, if possible.Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferably

an authorized BMW Motorraddealer.

Beam-throw adjustmentof the low-beam headlightrestricted


Headlight with zero appearson the display.

Illumination of the road ahead isno longer optimum.Possible cause:Only restricted adjustment oflight direction and range of thelow-beam headlight possible.

Have the defect rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorraddealer.

Headlight aiming changedwith Adaptive Headlight OE

appears on the display.Cornering light control

for the low-beam headlight isswitched off.

Possible cause:Headlight alignment has beenchanged from the as-deliveredcondition.

Adjust for traffic driving on rightor driving on left ( 50).

Anti-theft alarm batteryweak

with anti-theft alarm OE

The anti-theft alarm bat-tery symbol appears on the

display.



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Possible cause:The anti-theft alarm battery nolonger has its full capacity. Theoperation of the anti-theft alarmis only ensured for a limited timewith the motorcycle battery dis-connected.


Anti-theft alarm batterydrained



The anti-theft alarm bat-tery symbol appears on the

display.



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


Central locking lockedwith central lockingOE

The locked symbol appearson the display.

All locks in the central lockingsystem are locked.

Service overdueappears on the display.

General warning light brieflyshows yellow after the pre-

ride check.

Possible cause:A necessary service has notbeen carried out.

Have servicing carried out asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW-Motorraddealer.

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Operation

Operation

Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Electronic immobilizer EWS . . . . . . . . . 43

Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Onboard computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Emergency ON/OFF switch . . . . . . . . . 53

Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) . . . . 56

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Wind deflection wing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Stowage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Electronic suspension adjustmentESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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Ignition lockKeysYou receive two master keys andone spare key. If a key is lost,please note the information onthe electronic immobilizer (EWS)( 43).Ignition switch/steering lock, tankfiller cap lock, stowage compart-ments, seat lock and cases areall operated with the same key.

Switching on ignition

Turn key to position 1.Parking lights and all functioncircuits switched on.

Engine can be started.Pre-ride check is performed.( 78)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 79)with Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

DTC self-diagnosis is per-formed. ( 79)

Switching off ignition

Turn key to position 2.Light switched off.Handlebars not locked.Key can be removed.

The windscreen automaticallymoves to the bottom limit posi-tion.

Locking handlebars

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface

of the ground will determinewhether it is better to turn thehandlebars to the left or right.However, the motorcycle is morestable on a level surface with thehandlebars turned to the left thanwith the handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars to the left to set thesteering lock.

Turn handlebars to full left orright lock position.

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

Electronic immobilizerEWSThe electronics in the motorcycledetermine the data stored in theignition key via a ring antenna inthe ignition switch. The enginemanagement system does notenable engine starting until the

key has been detected as "au-thorized" for your 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 key, you can have itdisabled by your BMW Motorradpartner. For this purpose, youhave to bring along all other keysthat belong to the motorcycle.The motor 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.

Multifunction displaySelecting menu

Press button 2 to step throughthe sequence of menus, startingwith the Info menu. Each timeyou press button 2 you call upthe next menu in the sequence;the number of menus dependson the options fitted to the mo-torcycle.

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You also have the option ofpressing button 3 for directaccess to a favorite menu of yourchoice.

The type of menu shows at po-sition 1; cursor 2 indicates thecurrent selection. Each line 3indicates a menu that can be se-lected. The line representing themenu you are currently viewingis grayed to show you where youare in the sequence of menus.

See the separate QuickReference Guide for an

overview of all menus.

Selecting menu item

Use Multi-Controller 1 to movethe cursor in a menu.

An arrow 1 at the top or bottomof the display indicates that thereare other items in this menuthat you can view by turningthe Multi-Controller in the cor-responding direction. If arrow 2appears in the cursor, you cancall up a submenu by pressingthe Multi-Controller to the right(for information on the differentmeaning in relation to averagevalues and list selections, see( 45)).

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Setting parameters

Direct selection:If you move the cursor to a menuitem that requires no other set-tings, your selection goes activeright away.

Resetting values:You can reset average valuesmarked with an arrow 1 by long-pressing the Multi-Controller tothe right.

Selecting from a list:A circle 2 beside each selectableitem means that the items arepart of a selection list. A circlewith a dot indicates the item thatis currently selected.If you want to change the selec-tion move the cursor to someother item in the list and pressthe Multi-Controller to the rightto either activate or deactivatethe parameter you selected.

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Setting numerical values:If there are one or more numeri-cal values between the arrows 3,you can increase the values byturning the Multi-Controller upor reduce the values by turningthe Multi-Controller down. Youcan toggle between the valuesby pressing the Multi-Controllerto the right or left.

Setting relative values:A bar indicator enables you toset a value in a range betweentwo limits. Turn the Multi-Con-troller up to increase the settingor down to reduce the setting.

Exiting menu

Arrow 3 appears when you are ina submenu.

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Press Multi-Controller 1 to theleft to return to the next highestmenu; press MENU button 2 toreturn to the main menu.If you want to hide the menus,press Multi-Controller 1 to theleft in a main menu.

Selecting favorite menuSelect the main menu of yourchoice.

Hold down button 3.The diamond appears tothe right of the menu des-

ignation.

The menu you have selectedwill subsequently be called upwhenever you press button 3.

Adapting mode ofpresentation

Switch on ignition.Call up the Settings menuand select User.

The settings you can choose areas follows:

Language: Display lan-guage (German, English, Span-ish, Italian, French, Dutch, Por-tuguese)Time format -Time format: Clock in 12-hour format (12 h) or in 24-hour format (24 h)Time format -Date format: Date inday . month . year format(dd . mm . yy) or inmonth / day / year format(mm / dd / yy)Time format -GPS time: Accept GPS timeand GPS date from the built-innavigation system (On), (Off)Brightness: Brightnessof the display and the instru-mentsStart logo: Show startlogo after the ignition isswitched on (On), (Off)Initial state: Re-store factory defaults (when

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Reset! appears on the dis-play press the Multi-Controllerto the right and hold in this po-sition)Use the Multi-Controller to se-lect your preferred settings.

Onboard computerSelecting readings

Call up the Info menu andselect the item of informationof your choice.

The following items of informa-tion can be displayed in panel 3:

ØConsump.1: Averageconsumption 1ØConsump.2: Averageconsumption 2Range: Range with fuel re-maining in fuel tankØSpeed: Average speedTemperature: AmbienttemperatureTire pressure: TirepressuresStopwatch: StopwatchTravel times: TraveltimesDate: Current dateOil level: Engine-oil levelOff: No reading

Resetting average valuesCall up the Info menu andselect the average value youwant to reset.Push the Multi-Controller tothe right and hold it in this po-sition until the average value isreset.

Operating stopwatchCall up the Info menu andselect Stopwatch.

With the stopwatch stopped,push Multi-Controller 1 to theright to start the stopwatch.The stopwatch continues tim-ing even if you select someother reading or switch off theignition.With the stopwatch running,push Multi-Controller 1 to theright to stop the stopwatch.

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Push Multi-Controller 1 to theright and hold it in this positionto reset the stopwatch.

Measuring travel timesCall up the Info menu andselect Travel times.

Push Multi-Controller 1 to theright and hold it in this positionto reset the travel time.Timing continues even if youselect some other reading orswitch off the ignition.

Time during which the mo-torcycle was on the move

since the last reset.

Time during which the mo-torcycle was at a standstill

since the last reset.

Odometer andtripmetersSelecting odometer

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1 to select trip-meter 2 of your choice.

The following counters can bedisplayed:

Tripmeter 1 (Trip 1)Tripmeter 2 (Trip 2)

Automatic trip meter (Trip A,resets automatically eight hoursafter ignition OFF)

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on ignition.Select desired tripmeter.

Press and hold down button 1until the tripmeter reading isreset.

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LightsParking lightsThe side 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.

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

High-beam headlight

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

The high-beam headlightcan also be switched on

when the engine is not running.

Parking lightSwitch off ignition.

Press button 1 to left and holdimmediately after switchingoff ignition until parking lightis switched on.Switch ignition on and then offagain to switch off parking light.

Adjusting for trafficdriving on right or drivingon left

with Adaptive Headlight OE

Switch on ignition.Call up the Settingsmenu and select Vehicle -Headlamp.

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R-hand traffic: forcountries in which the trafficdrives on the right-hand side ofthe road.L-hand traffic: forcountries in which the trafficdrives on the left-hand side ofthe road.Select the appropriate setting.

appears on the display.

The cornering light function isnot active for as long as thesetting is changed.

Headlight rangeThe xenon headlight has con-tinuous beam throw control thatkeeps beam throw constant re-gardless of how the motorcycleis ridden and the load it carries.

Operating auxiliaryheadlights

with LED auxiliary headlightsOE

Press button 1 to switch onthe auxiliary headlights.

The telltale light shows.

If this warning symbol ap-pears it tells you that the

on-board system voltage is low.If applicable, the auxiliary head-lights might have been temporar-ily switched off.

Press button 1 again to switchoff the auxiliary headlights.

Operating ground lightingwith ground lightingOA

Switch on ignition.Call up the Settingsmenu and select Vehicle -Ground light.

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On: Ground lighting comeson for a brief period after theignition is switched off.Off: Ground lighting does notcome on after the ignition isswitched off.with central lockingOE

If the function is switched offas described above, the groundlighting switches on nonethe-less when you unlock the cen-tral locking system.

Turn indicatorsOperating turn indicator

Switch on ignition.

After driving for approx. tenseconds or after covering

a distance of approx. 300 m, theturn indicators are automaticallyswitched 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.

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

Emergency ON/OFFswitch

1 Emergency ON/OFFswitch

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 ON/OFF switch.

a Engine switched offb Operating position

Heated handlebar gripsOperating heatedhandlebar grips

Start engine.

The heated hand grips op-tion can only be activated

when the engine is running.

Call up the Handle heat.menu.

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The grips have five-stage heat-ing. Stage five is for heating thegrips quickly: it is advisable toswitch back to a lower stage assoon as the grips are warm.

Select the heating stage youwant.

Symbol 1 appears on the display,indicating that the handlebar gripheating is ON.


on-board system voltage is low.If applicable, the handlebar gripheating might have been tem-porarily switched off.

Seat heatingDriver's seat heater

Start engine.

Seat heating can be acti-vated only when the engine

is running.

Call up the Seat heatingmenu.

The front seat has five-stageheating. Stage five is for heatingthe seat quickly: it is advisable toswitch back to a lower stage assoon as the seat is warm.

Select the heating stage youwant.

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Symbol 1 appears on the display,indicating that the seat heating isON.


on-board system voltage is low.If applicable, the seat heatingmight have been temporarilyswitched off.

Passenger seat heaterStart engine.

Seat heating can be acti-vated only when the engine

is running.

Select desired heating levelwith switch 1.

The passenger seat can beheated at two levels. The secondlevel is used for fast heat-up ofthe seat; then the switch should

be switched back to the firstlevel.

2 Switch in middle position:Heating off.3 Switch in one-dot position:50 % heating output.4 Switch in two-dot position:100 % heating output.

Symbol 5 appears on the display,indicating that the rear seat heat-ing is ON.


on-board system voltage is low.If applicable, the seat heating

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might have been temporarilyswitched off.

Dynamic TractionControl (DTC)


Switching DTC off and onSwitch on ignition.Call up the Settings menuand select DTC.

This menu cannot be calledup while the motorcycle is

on the move.

Select Off (once) toswitch DTC off once, in otherwords until the ignition is nextswitched on.

The DTC warning lightshows to indicate that DTC

has been switched off.Select On to switch on DTC.Alternatively: Switch the igni-tion off and then on.

DTC warning light goesout; if self-diagnosis has not

completed the DTC warning lightstarts flashing.

Riding modeSetting driving mode

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1.

Details on the selectabledriving modes are provided

in the chapter "Technology inDetail".

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The current setting is shown atposition 2; each time the buttonis pressed one of the possibleriding modes is shown at posi-tion 3.

Repeatedly press the buttonuntil the reading shows the rid-ing mode you want.With the motorcycle at a stand-still, the mode you select isactivated after a brief delay.The new driving mode is acti-vated while driving under thefollowing conditions:Brake not actuated

Throttle turned all the waybackClutch actuatedOnce the new riding mode hasbeen activated, the selectiondisplay disappears.The mode selected in this wayis retained with the engine-characteristic and DTC adap-tation settings even after theignition has been switched off.

SeatRemoving seat

Use the ignition key to unlockseat lock 1 and lift the rear ofthe seat.

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Disconnect plug 2 of the seatheating and remove the seat.Place the seat, upholsteredside down, on a clean surface.

Installing seat

Connect plug 2 of the seatheating.

Position the seat withmounts 3 in rubber buffers 4on left and right.

Lower the rear of the front seatand engage the seat in thelatching mechanism.

WindshieldAdjusting windshield

Switch on ignition.When you pull away the wind-screen automatically returns tothe position it was in before theignition was switched off.

Press button 1 at top to raisewindshield.Press button 1 at bottom tolower windshield.

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Switch off ignition.The windscreen automaticallymoves to the bottom limit posi-tion.If the windscreen encountersresistance before it reachesits limit position the pressure-sensitive finger guard systemgoes active. The windscreenis stopped and raised slightly.After a delay of a few secondsthe windscreen again attemptsto move to the bottom limitposition.

There is no guarantee that thepressure-sensitive finger guardsystem will function correctly if awindscreen that does not haveBMW approval is installed.

Under these circumstances:Before switching off the igni-tion always check that there isnothing to obstruct movementof the windscreen.

Wind deflection wingAdjusting slipstreamdeflectors

Attempting to adjust theslipstream deflectors while

the motorcycle is being riddencan lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust the slip-stream deflectors unless the mo-torcycle is at a standstill.

Turn slipstream deflector 1 inor out to adjust the airflow forthe rider. In this process, notethe outer limit stop.

Cruise controlSwitching on cruisecontrol

Push switch 1 to right.Button 2 is operational.

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Setting road speed

Briefly press button 2 forward.

Cruise control can be setwithin a speed range from

19 mph (30 km/) to 136 mph(220 km/).

Indicator light for cruise-control system lights up.

The motorcycle maintains yourcurrent cruising speed and thesetting is saved.

Acceleration

Briefly press button 2 forward.Speed is increased by 0.6 mph(1 km/h) each time button ispressed.Press button 2 forward andhold.The motorcycle acceleratessteplessly.If the button 2 is no longerpressed, the speed achievedis maintained and saved.

Decreasing speed

Briefly press button 2 back-ward.Speed is decreased by 0.6mph (1 km/h) each time but-ton is pressed.Press button 2 back and hold.The motorcycle deceleratessteplessly.If the button 2 is no longerpressed, the speed achievedis maintained and saved.

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Deactivating cruisecontrol

Actuate brakes or clutch orthrottle grip (take back throttlebeyond back position) to deac-tivate cruise-control system.Cruise control indicator lightgoes out.

Resuming former cruisingspeed

Briefly push button 2 back toreturn to the speed saved be-forehand.

Opening the throttle doesnot deactivate the cruise-

control system. If you releasethe twistgrip the motorcycle willdecelerate only to the cruisingspeed saved in memory, eventhough you might have intendedslowing to a lower speed.

Indicator light for cruise-control system lights up.

Switching off cruisecontrol

Push switch 1 to left.The system is deactivated.Button 2 is locked.

Stowage compartments

Use the stowagecompartments

Use the ignition key to open orclose lock 1 of the left stowagecompartment or lock 2 of theright stowage compartment.To open the lid, push the un-locked lock barrel down.

Temperatures inside thestowage compartments can

be high, particularly in summer,and it is important to remem-ber that high temperatures mightdamage objects stowed in the

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compartments. This applies inparticular to electronic devicessuch as mobile phones and MP3players.Refer to the operating instruc-tions of your electronic devicesfor possible usage restrictions.

In summer, do not placeheat-sensitive objects in thestowage compartments.

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

Changing the position ofthe clutch-fluid reservoir

can allow air to penetrate theclutch system.Do not turn the handlebar fittingon the handlebar.

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.

The anti-hopping functionof the clutch can cause the

clutch lever to pulsate briefly in

some situations (e.g. variation ofload).

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

allow air to penetrate the brakesystem.Do not turn the handlebar fittingon the handlebar.

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.

ShiftingAdjusting shift lever

Slacken screw 1.Turn foot piece 2 into desiredposition.

A foot piece adjusted toohigh or too low can cause

problems when shifting. In caseof shifting problems, check theadjustment of the foot piece.

Tighten screw 1 to appropriatetorque.

Eccentric, peg to shiftlever

6 lb/ft (8 Nm)

MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Move mirror into desired posi-tion by applying light pressureat edge.

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Spring preloadSettingIt is essential to set springpreload of the rear suspensionto suit the load carried by themotorcycle. Increase springpreload when the motorcycle isheavily loaded and reduce springpreload accordingly when themotorcycle is lightly loaded.

Adjusting spring preloadfor rear wheel

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Adjusting the spring preloadwhile the motorcycle is be-

ing ridden can lead to accidents.Adjust the spring preloadonly when the motorcycle isstationary.

Pull knob 1 out for better ac-cessibility.

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 in direction ofarrow HIGH.To decrease spring preload,turn handwheel in direction ofarrow LOW.

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

without Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA)OE

Knob turned as far as it willgo in the direction indicatedby the LOW arrow (Full tankof gas, with rider 187 lbs(85 kg))

Push the knob back in to itsoriginal position.

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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


If you want a harder dampingcharacteristic, use the tool fromthe on-board toolkit to turn ad-justing screw 1 in the directionindicated by the H arrow.If you want a softer dampingcharacteristic, use the tool fromthe on-board toolkit to turn ad-justing screw 1 in the directionindicated by the S arrow.

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

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without Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA) OE

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

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Turn the adjusting screw asfar as it will go in the direc-tion indicated by the H arrowand then turn it back oneand a half turns in the direc-tion indicated by the S arrow(Full tank of gas, with rider187 lbs (85 kg))

Electronic suspensionadjustment ESA


SettingsUsing the electronic suspensionadjustment ESA you can conve-niently adjust your motorcycle toits loading and the ground. Thisentails selecting the load variantand the damping characteristic.

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You have a choice of three loadvariants with any of three damp-ing characteristics selectable foreach one.

The current setting appears indisplay field 1.

Additional information on theelectronic suspension adjust-ment ESA II is provided on page( 92).

Adjusting suspensionStart engine.

The damping can be ad-justed while the motorcycle

is being ridden.

Call up the ESA menu.

The possible settings for thedamping characteristic appearon the display.

Comfort: comfort modeNormal: normal modeSport: sport modeSelect the damping charac-teristic you want or move thecursor down to set the vehicleload.

The load cannot be setwhile the motorcycle is in

motion.

The possible settings for vehicleload appear on the display.

One-up

One-up with luggage

Two-up (with luggage)

Select the vehicle load variantyou want.

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The suspension adjusts to suitthe new setting and the ESAreading changes accordingly.The symbols for vehicle loadand damping characteristic aregrayed while adjustment is inprogress.

Central lockingwith central lockingOE

Lock

Switch on the ignition andpress button 3.Alternatively: Press button 1on the remote control.

The two stowage compart-ments in the side panels, thecases and the topcase arelocked.These locks cannot subse-quently be unlocked manually.

The locked symbol appearson the display.


The functions of the remotecontrol for the anti-theft alarmare described in the corre-sponding section.

Unlocking

Switch on the ignition andpress button 3.Alternatively: Press button 2on the remote control.The two stowage compart-ments in the side panels, thecases and the topcase are un-locked.Once a lock has been lockedmanually it subsequently has tobe unlocked manually as well.with anti-theft alarm OE

The functions of the remotecontrol for the anti-theft alarm

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are described in the corre-sponding section.with ground lightingOA

The ground lighting is switchedon for a brief period.

Emergency unlockingIf the central locking system re-fuses to unlock, you can openthe cases, topcase and stowagecompartments manually. Theprocedure is as follows:

Removing case ( 101).Opening case ( 100).

First turn the key in the top-case lock 45° past the LOCK

position, then turn it to the dotposition and press in the lockbarrel.The release lever pops open.

Turn the key in the stowage-compartment lock 45° out pastthe vertical position and pressin the lock barrel.The stowage-compartment lidpops open.

Logon of remote controlsIf a remote control has been mis-laid and a replacement acquiredor if you are going to use an ad-ditional remote control, you must

invariably log on all the remotecontrols in the set.

Enable logon of the remotecontrols as follows:

Switch on ignition.

Press button 2 on the remotecontrol three times.One acoustic signal sounds.Within ten seconds, switch offthe ignition.Press button 2 on the remotecontrol three times.One acoustic signal sounds.Within ten seconds, switch onthe ignition.

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You can now proceed to log onall the remote controls.

Step through the following pro-cedure with each remote con-trol in turn:

Press and hold down buttons 1and 2 until LED 3 stops flash-ing.LED 3 flashes for about tenseconds.Release buttons 1 and 2.LED 3 is illuminated.Press button 1 or button 2.One acoustic signal sounds,LED 3 goes out.

To complete logon:Switch off ignition.Three acoustic signals sound.Logon is also ended whenfour remote controls have beenlogged on.if you have logged on the firstremote control and then do notpress a button within approxi-mately 30 seconds.

Synchronize the remotecontrolsIf the central locking systemstops responding to the signalsfrom a remote control, the unit inquestion has to be synchronized.This can happen, for example, ifthe buttons on the remote con-trol were pressed too frequentlywhile the remote control was outof range of the anti-theft alarm.

The procedure for synchroniz-ing the remote controls is asfollows:

Switch on ignition.

Press and hold down buttons 1and 2 until LED 3 stops flash-ing.LED 3 flashes for about tenseconds.Release buttons 1 and 2.LED 3 is illuminated.Press button 1 or button 2.LED 3 goes out.

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Replacing battery ofremote controlIf you press a button on the re-mote control and the LED doesnot show or lights up only briefly:

Replace the battery of the re-mote control.

Open lid of battery compart-ment 1.Dispose of the old battery inaccordance with legal regula-tions. Do not dispose of thebattery in the household waste.

Using batteries of thewrong type or inserting

batteries with reversed polaritycan destroy the device.Use a battery compliant with themanufacturer's specifications.When inserting the battery, makesure that the polarity is correct.

Insert the new battery with thepositive terminal up.

Battery design and nom-inal voltage

CR 1632 lithium3 V

The LED on the remote controllights up; the remote controlhas to be synchronized.

Press button 1 twice.LED 3 flashes for a few sec-onds.The remote control is ready tooperate again.

Anti-theft alarm (DWA)Activation without remotecontrol


If applicable, switch on auto-matic activation of the anti-theftalarm after ignition OFF.Customizing anti-theft alarmsettings ( 73).

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Switch off ignition.Activation takes approximately30 seconds to complete.Turn signals are illuminatedtwice.Confirmation tone soundstwice (if programmed).Anti-theft alarm is activated.To deactivate the motion sen-sor (for example if you areabout to transport the motorcy-cle on a train and the swayingmovement of the moving traincould trip the alarm), call upthe Settings menu beforeswitching off the ignition.Select Vehicle -Alarm syst. - Sensor.

Select Off (once) toswitch off the motion sensorthis once.Switch off ignition.Activation takes 30 seconds tocomplete.Turn signals are illuminatedthree times.Confirmation tone sounds threetimes (if programmed).The anti-theft alarm is active,the motion sensor is deacti-vated.

Activation with remotecontrol


with central lockingOE

Switch off ignition.

Press button 1 on the remotecontrol twice.

See also the other func-tions of the remote control

for the central locking system.

Activation takes approximately30 seconds to complete.Turn signals are illuminatedtwice.

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Confirmation tone soundstwice (if programmed).Anti-theft alarm is activated.

To deactivate the motion sen-sor (for example if you areabout to transport the motor-cycle on a train and the sway-ing movement of the movingtrain could trip the alarm), pressbutton 1 on the remote con-trol again during the activationphase.Turn signals are illuminatedthree times.Confirmation tone sounds threetimes (if programmed).

Motion sensor is deactivated.

Alarmwith anti-theft alarm OE

The alarm can be triggered bythe motion sensoran attempt to use an unau-thorized key to switch on theignitiondisconnecting the alarm systemfrom the motorcycle battery(alarm system battery takesover the power supply - alarmsound only, no illumination ofthe turn signals)

All functions are sustained even ifthe internal battery of the anti-theft alarm system is flat; theonly difference is that an alarmcannot be triggered if the systemis disconnected from the motor-cycle's battery.

An alarm lasts for approximately26 seconds. During the alarm, analarm tone sounds and the turnsignals flash. The type of alarmsound can be programmed.


You can cancel an alarm at anytime without deactivating theanti-theft alarm by pressing but-ton 2 on the remote control.

If an alarm was triggered whilethe motorcycle was unattended,the rider is notified accordinglyby an alarm tone sounding oncewhen the ignition is switched on.

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The anti-theft alarm telltale lightthen signals the reason for thealarm for one minute.The meanings of the flash codesare as follows:

Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2Flashes 3x: Ignition switchedon with unauthorized keyFlashes 4x: Alarm system isdisconnected from the motor-cycle batteryFlashes 5x: Motion sensor 3

Deactivation withoutremote control


Safety cutout switch in operat-ing position (run).Switch on ignition.Turn signals are illuminatedonce.Confirmation tone sounds once(if programmed).Anti-theft alarm is deactivated.

Deactivation with remotecontrol



Press button 2 on the remotecontrol once.

See also the other func-tions of the remote control

for the central locking system.

If the alarm function is de-activated with the remote

control, and if the ignition is notswitched on subsequently, thenthe alarm function automaticallybecomes active again after 30

seconds when "Activation afterignition off" is programmed.

Turn signals are illuminatedonce.Confirmation tone sounds once(if programmed).Anti-theft alarm is deactivated.

Customizing anti-theftalarm settings


Call up the Settingsmenu and select Vehicle -Alarm syst..

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The following settings are avail-able:

Automatic - On: Anti-theft alarm is activated auto-matically when the ignition isswitched off.Automatic - Off: Anti-theft alarm has to be activatedwith the remote control whenthe ignition is switched off.Alarm tone: Type of alarmtone.Operat. tone - On:Turn indicators flash and onetone sounds as confirmation

when the alarm is switched onor off.Operat. tone - Off:Turn indicators flash as onlyconfirmation when anti-theftalarm is switched on or off.Use the Multi-Controller to se-lect your preferred settings.

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.

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

Tire pressure, front

42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tirecold)

Tire pressure, rear

42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tirecold)

If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pressure.

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Riding

Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Securing motorcycle fortransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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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.

Correct loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.Do not exceed the gross weightlimit and observe the loadinginformation.

Adjust setting of springpreload, damping characteristic

and tire inflation pressures tosuit total weight.Make sure that weight is uni-formly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy items of luggagedownwards and inwards.Observe maximum payload andtop speed according to label incase.Observe maximum payload andtop speed according to label inTopcase.

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-sure

Poor 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.

Risk of burn injury

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 comes

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into contact with the engine andexhaust system.

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.

Manipulation

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 levelsClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTread 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)

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StartingSide standYou cannot start the motorcy-cle with the side stand extendedand a gear engaged. The enginewill switch itself off if you start itwith the transmission in neutraland then engage a gear beforeretracting the side stand.

Starting engineSwitch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 78)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 79)with Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

DTC self-diagnosis is per-formed. ( 79)Engage neutral or pull clutchwith gear engaged.During cold starting and atlow temperatures:pull in clutch

lever and operate throttle gripsomewhat.

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.Consult the troubleshootingchart if the engine refuses tostart. ( 138)

Pre-ride checkThe instrument cluster runs atest of the 'General' warning lightwhen the ignition is switched on:this is the "Pre-Ride-Check Thetest is aborted if you start theengine before it completes.

Phase 1General warning light showsred.

CHECK! is indicated.

Phase 2General warning light showsyellow.

CHECK! is indicated.The SET light comes on.

If the 'General' warning light doesnot show:

Some malfunctions cannotbe indicated if the 'Gener-

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al' warning light cannot be dis-played.Check that the 'General' warninglight comes on, and that it showsred and yellow.

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

ABS self-diagnosisThe readiness for operation ofthe BMW Motorrad Integral ABSis checked by the self-diagnosis.Self-diagnosis is performed auto-matically when you switch on theignition.

Phase 1Checking the diagnosablesystem components whilestopped.


Phase 2Checking wheel sensors whilestarting off. The motorcyclemust reach a speed of at least3 mph (5 km/h) in order forABS self-diagnosis to com-plete.


ABS self-diagnosiscompleted

The ABS warning light goesout.

If an ABS fault is indicated afterthe ABS self-diagnosis is com-pleted:

Continued driving is possible.Bear in mind that neither theABS function nor the integralbraking function is available.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably

an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

DTC self-diagnosiswith Dynamic Traction Control(DTC) OE

The readiness for operationof the BMW Motorrad DTC ischecked by the self-diagnosis.Self-diagnosis is performedautomatically when you switch onthe ignition.

Phase 1Checking the diagnosablesystem components whilestopped.


Phase 2Checking the diagnosablesystem components whiledriving. The engine must berunning and the motorcyclemust reach a speed of at

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least 3 mph (5 km/h) in orderfor DTC self-diagnosis tocomplete.


DTC self-diagnosiscompleted

The DTC symbol is no longerdisplayed.

If a DTC error is indicated afterthe DTC self-diagnosis is com-pleted:

Continued driving is possible.It must be noted that the DTCfunction is not available.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Running inThe first 600 mls(1000 km)

While running in the motorcy-cle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently; avoid driving for longperiods at a constant speed.Try to do most of your rid-ing during this initial period ontwisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-ing highways if possible.Observe the engine run-inspeeds.

Engine run-in speed

<5000 min-1 (Odometerreading 0...186 miles(0...300 km))

<6000 min-1 (Odometerreading 186...621 miles(300...1000 km))

Engine run-in speed

no full throttle (Odome-ter reading 0...621 miles(0...1000 km))

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 ex-tend stopping distance by a

significant margin.Brake early.

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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

yet. There is a danger ofaccidents when driving atextreme angles.Avoid extreme angles.

BrakesHow is the shortestbraking distanceachieved?The dynamic load distributionbetween the front and rear wheelchanges during braking. Theheavier you brake, the morethe front wheel is loaded. The

greater the wheel load, the morebraking force can be transferred.To achieve the shortest possi-ble braking distance, the frontbrake must be applied quicklyand with increasing force. Thisoptimally utilizes the dynamicload increase on the front wheel.At the same time, the clutchshould also be actuated. Withthe "forced braking" often prac-ticed in which the brake pressureis generated as quickly as pos-sible and with great force, thedynamic load distribution cannotfollow the increased decelera-tion and the braking force can-not be completely transferredto the road surface. To preventthe front wheel from locking, theABS system must intervene andreduce the brake pressure; thebraking distance increases.

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.The BMW integrated brakingfunction ensures that the rearwheel brake is also applied whenthe handbrake lever is actuated,thus providing protection againstoverheating. Simply apply thefront wheel brake and use theengine brake.

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:

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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.On a grade, the motorcycle

should always face uphill; se-lect 1st gear.

Center standSwitch 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 ground

under 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 attacks plastic sur-faces, making them cloudy

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

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Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Open protective cap.

Unlock cap of fuel tank withignition key and fold up.

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.

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.

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. Other-wise neither the fill level nor therange display can be updated.

Recommended fuel qual-ity

Super unleaded89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKI

Usable fuel quantity

Approx. 7 gal (Approx.26.5 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

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

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Securing motorcyclefor transport

Protect all components alongwhich straps are routed againstscratching. For example, useadhesive tape or soft cloths.

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.

The ball joint and the brakelines can suffer damage.

Take care not to damagecomponents.

Pass the straps on left andright through the suspensionand strap the motorcycle down.

Secure straps at rear on bothsides on rear frame and ten-sion.Do not pull the straps over thefootrests.Uniformly tighten all the straps.

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Technology in detail

Technology in detail

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Brake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Engine management with BMWMotorrad DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC . . . . 91

Electronic Suspension AdjustmentESA II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

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Riding modeSelectionThree riding modes enable themotorcycle's characteristics toadapt to the prevailing weatherconditions, the road and traffic,and the rider's style of riding:

RAINROADDYNAMIC

Each driving mode affects thebehavior of the motorcycle ina different way. DTC can beswitched off in each mode; theexplanations below invariably re-fer to conditions with the systemswitched ON. The last selecteddriving mode is reactivated au-tomatically after the ignition isswitched off and on again.The following always applies:The sportier the selected mode,the more directly the engine out-put can be utilized. At the sametime, the level of rider assistance

that the DTC system offers de-creases accordingly.Therefore, consider the follow-ing when selecting the drivingmode: The sportier the setting,the more demanding the require-ments for the driving skill of therider are!

RAINThe engine output is only par-tially available. Power increasewhen you open the throttle isreserved, engine response is cor-respondingly soft.The DTC system intervenes earlyenough to prevent the rear wheelfrom spinning. On road surfaceswith high to medium grip (dryand wet asphalt to dry cobble-stones) the motorcycle remainsvery stable; movements of thetail are clearly perceptible only onslippery road surfaces (wet bitu-men or wet cobblestones).

ROADIn this mode the full engineoutput is available. Powerincrease when you open thethrottle is more direct than inRAIN mode, the engine respondsmore rapidly.DTC system intervention is laterthan in RAIN mode. On road sur-faces with high to medium grip(dry and wet asphalt to dry cob-blestones) the motorcycle re-mains stable. Slight rear-wheeldrift is perceptible. Movementsof the tail are clearly perceptibleon slippery road surfaces (wetbitumen or wet cobblestones).

DYNAMICThe DYNAMIC mode is thesportiest mode.Power increase and engine re-sponse are the same as in ROADmode. However, the driver'srequest is implemented muchmore directly.

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DTC system intervention is evenlater, which means that even ondry asphalt drifting is possibleunder sharp acceleration whencornering.

SwitchoverA mode change involving func-tions in the engine managementsystem and the DTC system ispossible only when drive torqueis not applied to the rear wheel.To obtain this state,

the motorcycle must bestopped with the ignitionswitched on,

orthe throttle must be turnedback,the clutch must be actuated.

First the desired driving modeis preselected. The switchoverdoes not take place until the

affected systems are in the re-quired state.The selection menu does notdisappear in the display until thedriving mode has been switchedover.

Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABSPartially integral brakeYour motorcycle is equipped witha partially integral brake configu-ration. Both front and rear brakesare applied simultaneously whenyou pull the handbrake lever.The footbrake lever acts only onthe rear brake.The BMW Motorrad Integral ABSadapts the braking force distribu-tion between the front and rearwheel brake to the loading of themotorcycle during braking.

Spinning of the rear wheelwith the front brake pulled

(burn out) is made consider-ably more difficult by the inte-gral function. The result may bedamage to the rear wheel brakeand the clutch.Avoid burn-outs.

How 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 transferrablebraking force is exceeded whenthe driver increases the brakepressure, the wheels begin tolock and driving stability is lost,

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and a fall can result. Before thissituation occurs, ABS intervenesand adjusts the brake pressureto the maximum transferrablebraking force. This enables thewheels to continue to turn andmaintains driving stability regard-less of the road surface condi-tion.

What happens whenrough roads areencountered?Bumpy or rough roads can brieflylead to a loss of contact be-tween the tires and the roadsurface, until the transferrablebraking force is reduced to zero.If braking is carried out in thissituation, ABS must reduce thebrake pressure to ensure driv-ing stability when restoring con-tact to the road. At this point intime, the BMW Motorrad IntegralABS must assume extremely lowfriction coefficients (gravel, ice,

snow) so that the running wheelsturn in every imaginable case andthe driving stability is ensured.After detecting the actual con-ditions, the system adjusts theoptimum brake pressure.

How is the BMW MotorradIntegral ABS noticeable tothe rider?If the ABS system must reducethe braking forces due to theconditions described above, thenvibrations can be felt at the hand-brake lever.If the handbrake lever is pulled,then braking pressure is built upat the rear wheel with the integralfunction. If the footbrake pedal isfirst actuated after this, the brakepressure already built up can befelt earlier than the counter-pres-sure, than when the footbrakepedal is actuated before or to-gether with the handbrake lever.

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

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.

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What are the designcharacteristics of theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS?The BMW Motorrad Integral ABSensures driving stability on anysurface within the limits of drivingphysics. The system is not op-timized for special requirementsresulting 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 Integral ABS,

unusual driving conditions canalso lead to a fault message.Unusual driving conditions:

Heating up on the main or aux-iliary stand at idle or with gearengaged.Rear wheel locked by the en-gine brake for a lengthy period,for example while descendingon a loose surface.

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 Integral ABS is in an opti-mally maintained condition, it is

vital that the specified inspectionintervals be complied with.

Reserves for safetyBut remember: the potentiallyshorter braking distances whichBMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-mits must not be used as an ex-cuse for careless riding. ABS isprimarily 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 Integral ABS isunable to counteract their effects.

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Engine managementwith BMW MotorradDTC


How does DTC work?The BMW Motorrad DTC 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.

Even with DTC, the laws ofphysics cannot be overrid-

den. The driver is always respon-sible for adapting his/her drivingstyle.Do not reduce the additionalsafety provided with riskydriving.

What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad DTC?BMW Motorrad DTC is designedas an assistant system for therider and for use on public roads.The extent to which the rider af-fects DTC control can be consid-erable (weight shifts when cor-nering, items of luggage loose onthe motorcycle), especially whenstyle of riding takes rider and ma-chine close to the limits imposedby physics.The system is not optimized forspecial requirements resultingunder extreme weather condi-tions offroad or on the racetrack.You have the option of deacti-vating the BMW Motorrad DTCsystem for these circumstances.

Even with DTC, the laws ofphysics cannot be overrid-

den. The driver is always respon-

sible for adapting his/her drivingstyle.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 inreduced acceleration when com-ing out of very tight curves.

To detect spinning or slippingaway of the rear wheel, thespeeds of the front and rearwheel are compared and theangle is considered, for example.If these values are detected tobe implausible for a long period,a replacement value is used forthe angle and the DTC functionis deactivated. In these cases,a DTC error is displayed. The

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condition for a fault message isthe completed self-diagnosis.The BMW Motorrad DTC canissue an error message underthe exceptional riding conditionsoutlined below.Unusual driving conditions:

Driving on the rear wheel(wheelie) for a longer periodwith DTC deactivated.Rear wheel spinning in placewith front brake pulled (burnout).Heating up on an auxiliarystand at idle or with gearengaged.

If the front wheel loses contactto the ground during extremeacceleration, the DTC reducesthe engine torque until the frontwheel touches the ground again.In this case, BMW Motorradrecommends turning back thethrottle twist grip somewhat to

achieve a stable driving stateagain as quickly as possible.

On a slippery surface, the throttlegrip should never be suddenlyturned back completely with-out pull the clutch at the sametime. The engine braking torquecan cause the rear wheel to slip,resulting in an unstable drivingstate. This case cannot be con-trolled by the BMW MotorradDTC.

Tire Pressure ControlTPC/RDC


FunctionA sensor is located in each tire,which measures the air temper-ature and the inflation pressureinside the tire and sends thesevalues to the control unit.

Each sensor has a tripswitch thatdoes not enable transmission ofthe measured values until themotorcycle has accelerated toabout 30 km/h (19 mph). Thedisplay shows "--" for eachtire until the tire-pressure sig-nal is received for the first time.The sensors continue to transmitthe measured values for approx.15 minutes after the motorcyclecomes to a stop.If a TPC/RDC control unit is in-stalled, however the wheels haveno sensors, then an error mes-sage is output.

TemperaturecompensationThe tire inflation pressure is tem-perature dependent, i.e. it in-creases or decreases togetherwith the tire temperature. Thetire temperature is dependent onthe ambient temperature and onthe driving style and duration.

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The tire inflation pressures areshown temperature-compen-sated in the multifunction display;they refer to a tire temperatureof 68 °F (20 °C). No tempera-ture compensation takes placein the inflation pressure testersat filling stations, i.e. the mea-sured tire inflation pressure is de-pendent on the tire temperature.As a result, the values displayedthere do not match the valuesshown in the multifunction dis-play in most cases. The warmerthe tire, the higher the gaugereading by comparison with thereading shown on the display.

Adjusting inflationpressureCompare the TPC/RDC value inthe multifunction display with thevalue on the back cover of theRider's Manual. The differencebetween the two values must be

compensated with the air pres-sure tester at the filling station.

Example: According to theRider's Manual, the tire inflationpressure is to be 42 psi (2.9 bar),however 39 psi (2.7 bar) isshown in the multifunctiondisplay. The tester at the fillingstation indicates 36 psi (2.5 bar).This value must be increased by3 psi (0.2 bar) to 39 psi (2.7 bar)in order to produce the correcttire inflation pressure.

Electronic SuspensionAdjustment ESA II


Chassis adjustmentsThe proper loading state mustfirst be selected when the mo-torcycle is stationary according tothe motorcycle's load. Depend-ing on the riding mode selected,

the damping levels are set onboth spring struts and the springbase and spring rate are set onthe rear spring strut. If the se-lected riding mode is changed,the spring rate on the rear springstrut is also adjusted in additionto the damping of both springstruts. This enables very preciseadjustment of the chassis to allriding conditions, including whileriding.

The combination of springbase, damping and spring rateensures the chassis geometryis always appropriate.The static normal position isvirtually maintained while riding.The different riding and loadingconditions are offset so thatthe handling of the motorcycleremains constant.

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It is possible to electricallychange the spring ratethrough the combination of aconventional coil spring with aplastic element (Elastogran), thelateral expansion of which can beelectrohydraulically limited usinga displaceable sleeve. The morethe sleeve surrounds the plasticelement, the more its expansionis limited and the spring rateincreases. The highest springrate is achieved when the sleevecompletely encloses the plasticelement and sits on the steelspring. Accordingly, the springrate is lower, the less the sleevelimits the expansion of the plasticelement.

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Accessories

Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Navigation device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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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 ( 116).

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-off


on-board system voltage is low.The on-board sockets might betemporarily switched off.

The on-board sockets are alsoswitched off when the engineis being cranked by the starterand If maximum load capabilityas stated in the technical data isexceeded.If several onboard sockets arebeing operated, the total currentmay not exceed the maximumloadability.

Operating electrical acces-soriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories connected to an on-

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board socket only when the ig-nition is switched on. If you sub-sequently switch off the ignitionthe sockets are also switched offif the power drain caused by theirelectrical consumers is high. Ifthe power drain is low the sock-ets remain operational for a cer-tain period of time before beingswitched 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

Navigation devicewith navigation systemOA

Installing navigationdevice

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1 to open the slotfor the navigation device.Slot cover pops open, wind-screen moves to top limit posi-tion.Pull slot cover up as far as itwill go.From behind, push out cap 2.

Operate latch 3 and removecover 4.

Initially insert the navigation de-vice into mount 5, then press itinto latching mechanism 6.

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Check that the navigation de-vice is secure in the cradle.Press cover 7 to push cradlewith navigation device into theslot until it snaps into position.

Removing navigationdevice

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1 to open the slotfor the navigation device.Slot cover pops open, wind-screen moves to top limit posi-tion.

Pull slot cover up as far as itwill go.

Operate latch 3, pull the nav-igation device forward out ofholder 6 and lift it up and out.

Install cover 4.

Press cover 7 to push the cra-dle into the slot until it snapsinto position.

Insert cap 2.

Operating navigationdevice

If applicable, switch on the nav-igation device.Call up the Navigationmenu.

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The options for using the naviga-tion device appear on the display.

Page: You can page fromview to view; the choices aremain menu, map and on-boardcomputer.Zoom +: Performs functionsmarked with a plus sign + inthe navigation system. In themap view, for instance, theview zooms in on the map de-tail.Zoom –: Performs functionsmarked with a minus sign -in the navigation system. Inthe map view, for instance, the

view zooms out from the mapdetail.Speak: The last navigationannouncement is spoken again.The announcement is spokenagain even if automatic spo-ken announcements have beenswitched off in the settings ofthe navigation system.Mute: Automatic spoken an-nouncements are toggled offand on.Display Off: The displayof the navigation device is tog-gled off and on.Select the function you wantand implement the function bypushing the Multi-Controller tothe right.

Special functionsIntegration of the BMW MotorradNavigator IV into the K 1600 GT/L series has produced a numberof deviations from the descrip-

tions in the user guide for theNavigator.

Traffic channel (TMC)If the motorcycle is fitted with anaudio system, the audio systemsends the traffic announcementsto the Navigator. The symbol de-scribed in the user guide for theNavigator appears on the display.It is not possible to receive trafficannouncements from subscrip-tion services via the BMW Motor-rad audio system.

Reserve fuel level warningThe settings for the fuel gaugeenable you to define a distancethat is covered per tankful of fuel.The motorcycle sends the fig-ure for residual range possiblewith the fuel remaining in the fueltank to the Navigator, so it is nolonger necessary to enter thisvalue.

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Time and dateThe Navigator sends time anddate to the motorcycle. Accep-tance of these data for the read-ings on the instrument panel hasto be activated in the user set-tings for the motorcycle.

Security settingsThe BMW Motorrad NavigatorIV can be secured against unau-thorized use with a four-digit PIN(Garmin Lock). If this function isactivated, while the Navigator iscradled on the motorcycle andthe ignition is switched on youare prompted to add the motor-cycle to the list of secured vehi-cles. If you answer "Yes" at thisprompt the Navigator saves theVIN of this vehicle in its internalmemory.A maximum of five VINs can besaved in this way.Subsequently, the PIN does nothave to be entered when the

Navigator is switched on by ig-nition ON while cradled in any ofthese vehicles.If the Navigator is removed fromthe vehicle while switched on, asecurity prompt asking for thePIN to be entered is issued.

Screen brightnessScreen brightness is adjusted bythe motorcycle while the unit iscradled. There is no provision formanual input.

CaseOpening case


If applicable, open the centrallocking.

Turn the key to the in the caselock to the position indicatedby the dot.

Press lock barrel 1 downward.Unlocking lever 2 pops up.

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Pull the release lever all theway up and open the lid of thecase.

Closing case

Pull up red release lever 2completely.Close case lid and press down.Check that nothing is trappedbetween lid and case.Press release lever 2 down un-til it engages.Turn key in case lock intoLOCK position and remove.

Removing case

Turn key in case lock to RE-LEASE position.Handle pops out.

Pull carry handle 3 up as far asit will go.

Case is released and can beremoved.

Mounting casePull up handle as far as possi-ble.

Insert case in brackets 4.

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Press handle 3 down until itengages.Turn key in case lock intoLOCK position and remove.

TopcaseOpening Topcase

Turn the key to the in the top-case lock to the position indi-cated by the dot.

Press lock barrel 1 forward.

Unlocking lever 2 pops up.Pull the release lever all theway up and open the lid of thetopcase.

Closing Topcase

Pull up red release lever 2completely.Close Topcase lid and hold.Check that nothing is trappedbetween lid and case.Press release lever 2 down un-til it engages.Turn key in Topcase lock intoLOCK position and remove.

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Removing Topcase

Use the ignition key to unlockseat lock 1 and lift the rear ofthe seat.

Disconnect plug 2 of the seatheating and remove the seat.

Place the seat, upholsteredside down, on a clean surface.


Disconnect connector 1.Work the topcase-end plugthrough to the rear.Opening Topcase ( 102).If applicable, empty the top-case and lift out the bottommat.

Push slide latch 2 toward theoutside and hold it in this posi-tion.Turn rotary latch 3 clockwiseas far as it will go.Release warning 4 is visible.Closing Topcase ( 102).

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Lift off Topcase at rear and pulloff luggage rack.

Mounting TopcaseIf applicable, empty the top-case and lift out the bottommat.

Set the topcase on the lug-gage carrier.Opening Topcase ( 102).

Turn rotary latch 3 counter-clockwise as far as it will go,

while pressing down on theback edge of the topcase.Release warning 4 is no longervisible.

If the release warning is still vis-ible the topcase is not correctlysecured.

Do not attempt to set the mo-torcycle in motion. Make surethat the topcase is correctlyseated on the luggage carrier.

Route the connecting cableforward in cable guide 5.

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Work the cable into position atpositions 6.Close connector 1.

Connect plug 2 of the seatheating.

Position the seat withmounts 3 in rubber buffers 4on left and right.Lower the rear of the front seatand engage the seat in thelatching mechanism.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Standard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Rims and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

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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.

Standard tool kit

1 Screwdriver handle2 Reversible screwdriver in-

sertwith Phillips and Torx T25blade

Adjusting damping onrear wheel ( 65).

3 Torx wrench, T25/T30T25 on short end, T30 onlong end

Replacing high-beambulb ( 125).Adjusting shift lever( 63).Removing license-platecarrier.

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

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

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

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 shorttrip leads to misinterpretations

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

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle atoperating temperature on itscenter stand.Allow engine to idle until fanstarts up, then allow to con-tinue running for an additionalminute.Switch off the engine and waitfor about one minute to allowthe oil to drain into the sump.Wipe area around oil fill loca-tion clean.

Remove oil dipstick 1 and wipeit with a clean, dry cloth.Position oil dipstick on oil filllocation, but do not screw in.Remove oil dipstick and readoff oil level.

Specified level of engineoil

between MIN and MAXmarking

If oil level is below MIN mark:Topping up engine oil ( 110).

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

Install oil dipstick.

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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( 108).

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.

Checking front brake padthickness


Visually inspect left and rightbrake pads to ascertain theirthickness. Viewing direction:between wheel and front sus-pension toward brake pads 1.

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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 indicating marks areno longer 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 specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking rear brake padthickness


Check the brake pad thicknesswith visual inspection. Viewingdirection: from below towardbrake pads 1.

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Rear brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction material with-out carrier plate. Do notpermit wear to progressto the point at which thewear indicators (grooves) arereached.)

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger visible:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performance

and 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 place motorcycle onits center stand.

Read off brake fluid level atfront brake-fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

due to brake pad wear. The de-creasing fluid level is compen-sated with an easy-to-see blackrubber bellows.

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Front brake fluid level

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.(Brake fluid reservoir hor-izontal, motorcycle stand-ing upright and handlebarsstraight ahead)

If brake fluid level drops belowpermissible level:

Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ized workshop, preferably an

authorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

If the lower edge of the blackbellows in the brake-fluid reser-voir is below the MAX marking:

Checking front brake pad thick-ness ( 110).

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 place motorcycle onits center stand.

Read off brake fluid level atrear brake-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

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.(Brake-fluid reservoir hori-zontal, motorcycle standingupright)

If brake fluid level drops belowpermissible level:

Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ized workshop, preferably an

authorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

CoolantChecking coolant level

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Allow the engine to cool down.

Read off coolant level on ex-pansion tank 1.

Coolant, specified level

between MIN and MAXmarks on the expansion tank(With cold engine)

If coolant level drops below per-missible level:

Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ized workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

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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 fluid levelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.Move handlebars into straight-ahead position.

Read off clutch fluid level atreservoir 1.

The fluid level in the clutchfluid reservoir rises due to

clutch wear.

Clutch fluid level (visualcheck)

Clutch fluid level must notdrop.

If clutch fluid level drops:

Unsuitable hydraulic fluidscould cause damage to the

clutch system.No fluids may be poured in.

Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ized workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

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 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-

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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.

WheelsTire recommendationFor every size of tire, BMWMotorrad has tested andapproved certain makes asroadworthy. BMW Motorradcannot evaluate the suitability ofother tires, and can thereforetake no responsibility for theirdriving safety.BMW Motorrad recommendsonly using the tires tested andapproved by BMW Motorrad.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 DTC. Especially the di-ameter and width of the wheelsare stored in the control unit as

the 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.

TPC/RDC stickerwith Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OE

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The TPC/RDC sensors canbe damaged in case of im-

proper tire mounting.Inform the authorized BMWMotorrad retailer or thespecialized workshop on the factthat the wheel is equipped with aTPC/RDC sensor.

On motorcycles equipped withTPC/RDC, a correspondingsticker is located on the wheelrim at the position of the TPC/RDC sensor. During a tirechange it must be ensuredthat the TPC/RDC sensoris not damaged. Inform the

BMW Motorrad retailer or thespecialized workshop of the TPC/RDC sensor.

Removing front wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

Remove screws 1 on left andright.Pull out front wheel cover to-ward front.

Unclip retaining clip 1 holdingthe sensor cable to the brakeline.Remove cable tie 2.Mask off area of wheel rim thatcould be scratched in processof removing brake calipers.

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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 handbrakelever when the brake calipershave been removed.

Remove screws 3 of brakecalipers on left and right.

Push brake pads 4 apartslightly by rocking brakecaliper 5 back and forth againstbrake disk 6.Carefully pull brake calipersback and out until clear ofbrake disks.

Remove screw 1 and take ABSsensor out of hole.Raise front of motorcycle untilthe front wheel can turn freely.BMW Motorrad recommendsthe BMW Motorrad front-wheelstand for lifting the motorcycle.Mounting front wheel stand( 122).

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The left axle clampingscrew fixes the threaded

bush in place in the frontsuspension. A poorly alignedthreaded bush results in incorrectspacing between the ABS sensorring and the ABS sensor, andtherefor to ABS malfunctions ordestruction of the ABS sensor.To ensure the proper alignmentof the threaded bush, do notloosen or remove the left axleclamping screw.

Remove right-hand axle clamp-ing screw 2.

Remove quick-release axle 3while supporting wheel.Roll front wheel forward to re-move.

Installing front wheel

Malfunctions may occurduring control interventions

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

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 frontwheel guide.

Lift front wheel and installquick-release axle 3 withtorque.

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Quick-release axle inthreaded bush (wheel

carrier)

37 lb/ft (50 Nm)

Tighten the right-hand axleclamping screw 2 with thespecified torque.

Clamping screw forquick-release axle to

wheel carrier

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Remove front wheel stand.

Insert ABS sensor into holeand install screw 1.

Ease brake calipers onto brakedisks.

Install securing screws 3 on leftand right with specified torque.

Front brake caliper onwheel carrier

22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Clip on retaining clip 1 holdingthe sensor cable to the brakeline.Secure new cable tie 2.Remove adhesive tape fromwheel rim.Press handbrake lever firmlya number of times until resis-tance point is noticeable.

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Install front wheel cover and fitscrews 1 on right and left.

Removing rear wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle oncenter stand.Remove case if necessary.

Remove screws 1 on left andright.Remove the license-plate car-rier.

Shift into first gear.

Danger of burns from thehot exhaust system.

Do not touch the exhaust sys-tem. If necessary, do not con-tinue work until the exhaust sys-tem has cooled down.

Remove five screws 1 on rearwheel, holding wheel as you doso.Lower rear wheel to the groundand roll out toward rear.

Installing rear wheel

Malfunctions may occurduring control interventions

by ABS and DTC if a wheel other

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than the standard wheel is in-stalled.Please see the information onthe effect of wheel sizes on thechassis control systems ABSand DTC 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.

Roll and mount rear wheel ontorear wheel support.

Fit five screws 1 and tightendiagonally with specifiedtorque.

Tighten rear wheel onwheel flange

Tightening sequence: diago-nally

44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

Hold the license-plate carrier inposition.Install screws 1 on left andright.

Front wheel standMounting front wheelstand

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

for holding motorcycles without acenter or other auxiliary stands. Amotorcycle standing on the frontwheel stand and the rear wheelalone can fall over.Place the motorcycle on the cen-

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ter stand or an auxiliary standbefore lifting it with the BMWMotorrad front wheel stand.

Use basic stand with toolnumber (83 30 0 402 241) incombination with front-wheeladapter (83 30 0 402 243).Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

Loosen adjusting screws 1.Push two mounting pins 2 farenough apart that front sus-pension fits between them.

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.

The sensor ring of theBMW Motorrad Integral

ABS can be damaged.Only push the left mounting pinso far inward that it does nottouch the sensor ring.

Push two mounting pins 2through triangles of brakecaliper support toward inside

so that front wheel can still berolled through.Tighten adjusting screws 1.

If the motorcycle is restingon the center stand: The

motorcycle is raised too far at thefront, the center stand lifts off theground and the motorcycle cantip over to the side.When raising the motorcycle,make sure that the center standremains on the ground.

Apply uniform pressure to pushfront wheel stand down andraise motorcycle.

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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.

Touching live parts of theignition system with the

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

A short-circuit can resultif the crocodile clips of

the jump leads are accidentallybrought into contact with themotorcycle.Use only jump leads fitted with

fully 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.

When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the onboard electrical sys-tem.Remove the seat. ( 103).Run engine of donor vehicleduring jump-starting.Begin by connecting one endof red jump lead to positive ter-minal of discharged battery andother end to positive terminalof donor battery.Then connect one end of blackjumper lead to negative termi-nal of donor battery, and otherend to negative terminal of dis-charged battery.

Start engine of the vehicle withdischarged battery in usualway; if engine does not start,wait a few minutes before re-peating attempt in order to pro-tect starter motor and donorbattery.Allow both engines to idle for afew minutes before disconnect-ing jump leads.Disconnect jump lead fromnegative terminals first, thendisconnect second lead frompositive terminals.Installing seat ( 105).

LampsGeneral instructionsA warning appears in the multi-function display if a bulb is defec-tive.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users to notsee the motorcycle.

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Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

An overview of the bulbtypes installed in your mo-

torcycle is provided in the chap-ter "Technical Data".

Do not touch the glass ofnew bulbs with your fin-

gers. For installation, use a clean,dry cloth. Dirt deposits, in par-ticular oil and grease, interferewith heat radiation from the bulb.Overheating and therefore shortservice life of the bulbs are theconsequence.

Replacing high-beam bulb

The description belowsteps you through the

procedure for replacing theleft high-beam headlight bulb.Proceed by analogy to replace

the right high-beam headlightbulb.

Turn slipstream deflector 1 out.Remove screw 2 and workside cover 3 to the rear andremove.

Remove screw 1.Switch on the ignition and raisethe windscreen to its highestposition.Remove screw 2 and workhand protector 3 to the sideto remove.Switch off the ignition andwait until the windscreen hasmoved to its lowest position.

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Remove screws 1.Work speaker unit 2 to the rearto remove.

Disconnect connector 3.

Turn covers 1 counterclock-wise to remove.

Disconnect plug 2.

Release spring clip 3 at leftand right and swing it up.

The bulb is pressurized andcan cause injury if dam-

aged.Wear eye and hand protectionwhen replacing bulbs.

Remove bulb 4.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for high-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

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Install bulb 4 while ensuringcorrect position of lug 5.Insert spring clip 3.

Attach plug 2.

Turn covers 1 clockwise to in-stall.

Close connector 3.

Seat the speaker unit inmount 4.

Install screws 1.

Switch on the ignition and raisethe windscreen to its highestposition.

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Hold hand protector 3 in posi-tion and install screw 2.Switch off the ignition andwait until the windscreen hasmoved to its lowest position.Install screw 1.

Hold side cover 3 in positionand install screw 2.Align slipstream deflector 1.

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 waterBe 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-

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torcycle. Using this charger, youcan keep the battery chargedduring long periods when themotorcycle is not being usedwithout having to disconnect thebattery from the motorcycle'sonboard systems. Additional in-formation is available at your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Charging connectedbattery

Charging the connectedbattery directly at the bat-

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

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.

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 thepart numbers 71 60 7 688 864(220 V) or, as applicable,71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If indoubt, charge the disconnectedbattery directly at the terminals.

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 the battery is fullycharged, disconnect thecharger's terminal clips fromthe battery terminals.

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

not being used, the battery mustbe recharged regularly. See the

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instructions for caring for yourbattery. Always fully rechargethe battery before returning it touse.

Removing batteryRemove the seat. ( 103).with anti-theft alarm OE

Switch off anti-theft alarm ifnecessary.


An incorrect disconnectionsequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.

Always observe the propersequence.

Remove negative cable 1 first.Then open the cover and dis-connect positive lead 2.Remove screws 3 and removethe retainer.Lift battery upwards; if it is dif-ficult to move, moving it backand forth will help.

Installing batteryPlace battery in battery com-partment, positive terminal onright in direction of travel.

Install the retainer and installscrews 3.

An incorrect installation se-quence increases the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Connect battery positive lead 2first and close the cover.Then install negative batterycable 1.Installing seat ( 105).

Switch on ignition.

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Set the time in Settings- Time and set the date inSettings - Date.

FusesReplacing fuses

Switch off ignition.Remove the seat. ( 103).

There is a danger of fireif defective fuses are by-

passed.Always replace defective fuseswith new fuses.

Consult the fuse assignmentdiagram and replace the defec-tive fuse.

If the fuses blow frequently,have the electrical system

checked by an authorized spe-cialized workshop, preferably aBMW Motorrad retailer.

Installing seat ( 105).

Fuse assignment

1 40 AMotorcycle electronics

2 40 AMotorcycle electronics

with Electronic Suspen-sion Adjustment (ESA)OE

ESA3 30 A

Engine electronics4 Fuse box

Numbering of the fuses asper label on lid of fuse box:

-1 not in use-2 not in use-3 not in use

-4 4 ALeft handlebar fitting, top-case lighting

with Tire Pressure Con-trol (TPC/RDC)OE

TPC/RDC-5 7,5

Audio system-6 4 A

Beam throw adjustmentwith Adaptive Head-light OE

Adaptive cornering lights-7 4 A

Main relay, instrumentpanel, ignition switch

-8 not in usewith anti-theft alarm OE

7.5 AAnti-theft alarm

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Care

Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 134

Cleaning sensitive motorcycleparts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Storing motorcycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 136

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Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use cleaning andcare products available at yourauthorized BMW Motorradretailer. BMW CareProductshave 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 disksand pads are dry.

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 sensitivemotorcycle 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 ( 130).Spray brake and clutch lever,and main and side stand pivotswith a suitable lubricant.Coat bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g. Vaseline).

Park motorcycle in a dry roomso that both wheels are un-loaded.

Before putting the motor-cycle into storage, have

the engine oil and the oil filterelement changed by a special-ist workshop, preferably an au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.Combine work for storing/return-ing to use with maintenance ser-vice or an inspection.

Returning motorcycleto use

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

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Technical data

Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

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

Side stand Retract side stand ( 78).

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

Clutch disengaged before ignition on Switch on ignition first, then disengage clutch.

No fuel in tank Refueling ( 82).

Battery drained Charging connected battery ( 129).

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Front brake caliper on wheelcarrier

M8 x 30 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Clamping screw for quick-re-lease axle to wheel carrier

M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Quick-release axle in threadedbush (wheel carrier)

M24 x 1,5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)

Rear wheel Value Valid

Tighten rear wheel on wheelflange

M10 x 1.25 x 40 diagonally

44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

Shifting Value Valid

Eccentric, peg to shift lever

M6 x 20 6 lb/ft (8 Nm)

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Engine

Engine design transverse straight-six four-stroke engine with fourvalves per cylinder and two overhead camshafts;liquid cooling, electronic fuel injection, integral six-speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lubrication.

Displacement 1649 cc (1649 cm3)

Cylinder bore 2.8 in (72 mm)

Piston stroke 2.7 in (67.5 mm)

Compression ratio 12,2:1

Rated output 160 hp (118 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min-1

with power reductionOE 107 hp (79 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min-1

Torque 129 lb/ft (175 Nm), at engine speed: 5250 min-1

with power reductionOE 111 lb/ft (150 Nm), at engine speed: 4750 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 8500 min-1

Idle speed 900±50 min-1, Engine at operating temperature

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Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKI

Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l)

Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 1.2 gal (4.5 l), with filter change

products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally permissible viscosity classes

Castrol Power 1 Racing SAE 5W-40, API SL /JASO MA2

≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C)

SAE 5W-40, API SJ / JASO MA2 ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C)

SAE 10W-50, API SJ / JASO MA2 ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C)

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Clutch

Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch

Transmission

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

Transmission gear ratios 1,617, Primary gear ratio1,941 (33:17 teeth), 1st gear1,429 (30:21 teeth), 2nd gear1,148 (31:27 teeth), 3rd gear0,958 (23:24 teeth), 4th gear0,806 (25:31 teeth), 5th gear0,686 (24:35 teeth), 6th gear0,913 (21:23 teeth), Angle drive1,258 (39:31 teeth), Countershaft

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Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears

Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMWMotorrad Paralever

Number of teeth on rear-wheel drive (gear ratio) 2,75 (33:12)

Running gear

Front wheel

Type of front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever

Design of front suspension strut Central suspension strut

with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE Central suspension strut with electricallyadjustable damping.

Spring travel, front 4.9 in (125 mm), On wheel

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Rear wheel

Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMWMotorrad Paralever

Type of rear suspension central suspension strut pivoted to lever system.Spring preload and rebound-stage damping step-lessly adjustable.

with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE central suspension strut pivoted to lever system.Electrically adjustable damping and spring preload/spring rate.

Spring travel, rear 5.3 in (135 mm), On wheel

Brakes

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

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Type of rear brake Hydraulic disk brake with 2-piston floating caliperand fixed brake disk

Brake-pad material, rear Organic

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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 Cast aluminum, MT H2

Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"

Front tire designation 120 / 70 ZR 17

Rear wheel

Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2

Rear-wheel rim size 6.00" x 17"

Rear tire designation 190 / 55 ZR 17

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold

Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold

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Electrical system

Electrical rating of onboard socket max 10 A, all onboard sockets

Battery

Battery design Gel battery

Battery voltage 12 V

Battery capacity 19 Ah

Technical data

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI-8

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03 in (0.8 mm), New0.04 in (1.0 mm), Wear limit

Bulbs

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

Bulbs for low-beam headlight D1S / 35 W

Bulb for parking light Lighting rings, integrated into headlight

Bulb for taillight/brake light LED

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front LED

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear LED

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Fuses

Fuse carrier 1 30 A, Engine electronics

Fuse carrier 2 40 A, Slot left: Vehicle electronics40 A, Slot right: Vehicle electronics, ESA

Fuse box not in use, Slot 1not in use, Slot 2not in use, Slot 34 A, Slot 4: Left handlebar fitting, tire pressuremonitoring (RDC), topcase interior light7.5 A, Slot 5: Audio system4 A, Slot 6: Beam throw control, Adaptive Head-light4 A, Slot 7: Main relay, instrument cluster, ignitionswitch7.5 A, Slot 8: Anti-theft alarm (DWA), central lock-ing

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Anti-theft alarmwith anti-theft alarm OE

Anti-theft alarm

Activation time during commissioning 30 s

Alarm duration 26 s

Activation time between two alarms 10 s

Battery type CR 123 A

Remote control

Range of remote control 32.8 ft (10 m)

Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband

Transmission frequency 433.92 MHz

Battery design and nominal voltage CR 1632 lithium3 V

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Frame

Frame design Cast light alloy - welded design with screwed-onlight alloy rear frame

Location of type plate Wheel carrier, front right

Location of vehicle identification number Frame side section, front right (beside engine-oilfiller neck)

Dimensions

Motorcycle length 98 in (2489 mm), over topcase

Motorcycle height 57.7 in (1465 mm), Across windshield at DIN un-laden weight

Motorcycle width 39.4 in (1000 mm), Across mirrors38.6 in (980 mm), without mirrors

Driver's seat height 29.5 in (750 mm), Without driver

with high dual seat OE 30.7 in (780 mm), Without driver

Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 67.7 in (1720 mm), Without driver

with high dual seat OE 69.7 in (1770 mm), Without driver

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Weights

Unladen weight 767 lbs (348 kg), DIN unladen weight, with casesand topcase, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel,without optional extras

Permissible gross weight 1235 lbs (560 kg)

Maximum payload 467 lbs (212 kg)

Riding specifications

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

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BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

BMW Motorrad Service Quality . . . . 153

BMW Motorrad Mobility Services -on-site breakdown service . . . . . . . . . 153

BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

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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 ServiceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.

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.

You can obtain information onthe contents of the BMW Ser-vices from your BMW Motorradretailer.Have all maintenance and repairwork carried out confirmed in the"Service" chapter in this manual.Your authorized BMW Motorradretailer is supplied with all thelatest technical information andtherefore possesses the neces-

sary technical know-how. BMWMotorrad recommends that yourefer any questions about yourmotorcycle to your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

BMW Motorrad ServiceQualityBMW Motorrad means not onlyquality workmanship and highreliability, but also an outstandingquality of service.To ensure that your BMW is al-ways in optimum condition, BMWMotorrad recommends that youadhere to the regular mainte-nance schedule for your motor-cycle, preferably having the workdone by your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer. For generoustreatment of claims submittedafter the warranty period has ex-pired (goodwill), evidence of reg-ular maintenance is essential.Certain signs of wear, moreover,may otherwise not be noticed

until it is too late to correct themat moderate cost. The workshoppersonnel at BMW Motorrad re-tailers have thorough knowledgeof your motorcycle and can takeaction before minor problems canturn into major trouble. By havingthe necessary repairs done prop-erly and in good time, you savetime and money in the long run.

BMW Motorrad MobilityServices - on-sitebreakdown serviceWith all new BMW motorcycles,BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser-vices protect you in the eventof a breakdown with an exten-sive range of services such asbreakdown assistance, motorcy-cle transportation etc. (differingregulations are possible in indi-vidual countries). In the case of abreakdown, you contact the Mo-bile Service of BMW Motorrad.Here you will find our specialists

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ready to help with both adviceand action.Important country-specific con-tact addresses and the relevantafter-sales service organizationphone numbers as well as infor-mation on Mobile Service andthe retail network can be foundin the "Service Kontakt/ServiceContact" brochures.

BMW Motorrad ServiceNetworkWith its worldwide service net-work, BMW Motorrad can attendto you and your motorcycle inover 100 countries around theglobe. In Germany alone, thereare approximately 200 authorizedBMW Motorrad retailers ready toassist you.All information concerning the in-ternational dealership networkcan be found in the brochure"Service Contact Europe" or

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

Maintenance workBMW Pre-Delivery 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 check hasto be performed when the mo-torcycle has covered between500 km (311 miles) and 1200km (746 miles).

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 performed

and 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 1000 km (600 miles)before the entered values.

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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.

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS

Self-diagnosis, 79Technology in detail, 87Warning indicators, 34

Additional headlightOperating, 51

Ambient temperatureBlack ice warning, 34

Anti-theft alarmIndicator light, 18Operating, 70Warning indicators, 38

BBattery

Charging connectedbattery, 129Charging disconnectedbattery, 129Installing, 130Location, 17Removing, 130Technical data, 146

Warning for battery chargecurrent, 32Warning for battery voltagelow, 33

BMW Motorrad Service, 153Brake fluid

Checking fill level at front, 112Checking fill level at rear, 113Front reservoir, 13Rear reservoir, 13

Brake padsCheck front, 110Check rear, 111Running in, 80

BrakesAdjusting brake lever, 62Checking operation, 110Safety instructions, 81Technical data, 144

CCase

Operating, 100

Central lockingOperating, 67

Checklist, 77Clock, 20Clutch

Adjusting clutch lever, 62Check, 115Checking fluid level, 115Fluid reservoir, 11Technical data, 142

Confirmation of maintenancework, 155

CoolantChecking fill level, 114Fill level indicator, 13Warning indicator, 31

Cruise controlOperating, 59Operating element, 14

Currentness of this manual, 7

DDamping

Adjusting, 65Rear adjustment element, 11

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DimensionsTechnical data, 149

Driving modeAdjusting, 56Technology in detail, 86

DTCOperating element, 14Self-diagnosis, 79switching on/off, 56Technology in detail, 90Warning indicator, 35

EElectrical system

Technical data, 146Electronic immobilizer EWS

Warning indicator, 31Emergency ON/OFF switch, 16,

53Engine

Operating element, 16Riding mode, 16Starting, 78Technical data, 140

Temperature display, 20Warning for engineelectronics, 32

Engine oilChecking fill level, 108Fill location, 13Oil dipstick, 13Technical data, 141Topping up, 110Warning for engine oil level, 32

Equipment, 7ESA

Operating, 65Operating element, 14Technology in detail, 92

FFrame

Technical data, 149Front wheel stand

Mounting, 122

FuelFill level indicator, 20Fill location, 11Refueling, 82Technical data, 141Warning for fuel down toreserve, 31

Fuses, 146Position on motorcycle, 17Replacing, 131

GGear indicator, 20Ground lighting, 51

HHandlebar fittings

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

Hazard warning flashersOperating, 52Operating element, 14

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HeadlightAdjusting for traffic driving onright/driving on left, 50Headlight range adjustment, 11Warning indicators, 38

Heated handlebar gripsOperating, 53

Helmet holder, 17High-beam headlight

Switching on, 50Horn, 14

IIgnition

Switching off, 42Switching on, 42

Immobilizer, 43Warning indicator, 31

Indicator lights, 18Overview, 25

Instrument clusterAmbient brightness sensor, 18Overview, 18

JJump-starting, 124

KKeys, 42

LLamps

General instructions, 124Replacing high-beam bulb, 125Technical data, 146Warning for bulb failure, 33, 34

LightsHeadlight flasher, 14, 50High-beam headlight, 14Operating element, 14Parking light, 50Switch on low-beamheadlight, 50Switching on high-beamheadlight, 50Switching on side lights, 50

MMaintenance

General instructions, 108Maintenance intervals, 154

MirrorsAdjusting, 63

Mobility Services, 153Motorcycle

Returning to use, 136Storing, 136Switching off, 82

Multifunction display, 18Meaning of symbols, 21Operation, 43Overview, 20

NNavigation devices

Installing, 97Operating, 98Removing, 98

OOdometer and tripmeters, 20

Operating, 49Operating element, 14Resetting, 49Selecting readings, 49

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Onboard computerAmbient temperature, 22Oil level indicator, 23Operating, 48Operating element, 14Range, 21Resetting average values, 48Stopwatch, 48Travel times, 49

Onboard socket, 13Information on use, 96

Onboard toolkitContents, 108Location, 17

Overview of warningindicators, 27

OverviewsInstrument cluster, 18Left side of motorcycle, 11Left-hand handlebar fitting, 14Multifunction display, 20Right handlebar fitting, 16Right side of motorcycle, 13Underneath seat, 17Warning and indicator lights, 25

PParking light, 50Pre-ride check, 78

RRear-wheel drive

Technical data, 143Refueling, 82Remote control

logon, 68Replacing battery, 70synchronize, 69

Reserve quantityWarning indicator, 31

Rider's Manual (US Model)Location, 17

Running gearTechnical data, 143

Running in, 80

SSafety instructions

Brakes, 81General information, 76

SeatLocking device, 11Removing/installing, 57

Seat heatingOperating, 54Operating element, 11

Service, 153Reporting safety defects, 152Warning indicator, 39

Service display, 23Shift lever

Adjusting shift lever, 63Side stand

For starting, 78Spark plugs, 146Speedometer, 18Spring preload

Adjusting, 64Rear adjustment element, 11

Starting, 78Steering lock

Locking, 42

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StopwatchOperating, 48

Storage compartment, 11, 61Storing, 136Switching off, 82Symbols

Meaning, 21

TTachometer, 18Technical data

Battery, 146Brakes, 144Bulbs, 146Clutch, 142Dimensions, 149Electrical system, 146Engine, 140Engine oil, 141Frame, 149Fuel, 141Rear-wheel drive, 143Running gear, 143Spark plugs, 146Standards, 7

Transmission, 142Weights, 150Wheels and tires, 145

Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDCDisplay, 22Rim sticker, 116Technology in detail, 91Warning indicators, 36

TiresChecking inflation pressure, 74Checking tread depth, 115Inflation pressure table, 17Recommendation, 116Running in, 81Technical data, 145

TopcaseClosing, 102Opening, 102Operating, 102

Torques, 139Transmission

Technical data, 142Transport

Lashing down, 84

Travel timesmeasuring, 49

Troubleshooting chart, 138Turn indicators

Operating, 52Operating element, 14

Type plate, 13

VVehicle Identification Number, 13

WWarning indicators

Display, 26Warning lamps, 18

Overview, 25Weights

Payload table, 17Technical data, 150

WheelsChecking rims, 115Installing front wheel, 119Installing rear wheel, 121Removing front wheel, 117Removing rear wheel, 121Size change, 116

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Adjusting, 58Operating element, 14

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Certifications

Remote Control for central locking system

Česky Meta System S.p.A. tímto prohlašuje, že tento PF240009 je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.

Dansk Undertegnede Meta System S.p.A. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr PF240009 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.

Deutsch Hiermit erklärt Meta System S.p.A., dass sich das Gerät PF240009 in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.

Eesti Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.

English Hereby, Meta System S.p.A., declares that this PF240009 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Español Por medio de la presente Meta System S.p.A. declara que el PF240009 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

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Ελληνική ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤΑ Meta System S.p.A. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΣΙ PF240009 ΤΜΜΟΡΥΩΝΕΣΑΙ ΠΡΟ ΣΙ ΟΤΙΩΔΕΙ ΑΠΑΙΣΗΕΙ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ ΛΟΙΠΕ ΦΕΣΙΚΕ ΔΙΑΣΑΞΕΙ ΣΗ ΟΔΗΓΙΑ 1999/5/ΕΚ.

Français Par la présente Meta System S.p.A. déclare que l'appareil PF240009 est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.

Italiano Con la presente Meta System S.p.A. dichiara che questo PF240009 è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Latviski Ar šo Meta System S.p.A. deklarē, ka PF240009 atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.

Lietuvių Šiuo Meta System S.p.A. deklaruoja, kad šis PF240009 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

Nederlands Hierbij verklaart Meta System S.p.A. dat het toestel PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Malti Hawnhekk, Meta System S.p.A., jiddikjara li dan PF240009 jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.

Magyar Alulírott, Meta System S.p.A. nyilatkozom, hogy a PF240009 megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.

Polski Niniejszym Meta System S.p.A. oświadcza, że PF240009 jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.

Português Meta System S.p.A. declara que este PF240009 está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

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Slovensko Meta System S.p.A. izjavlja, da je ta PF240009 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.

Slovensky Meta System S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že PF240009 spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.

Suomi Meta System S.p.A. vakuuttaa täten että PF240009 tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Svenska Härmed intygar Meta System S.p.A. att denna PF240009 står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Íslenska Hér með lýsir Meta System S.p.A. yfir því að PF240009 er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.

Norsk Meta System S.p.A. erklærer herved at utstyret PF240009 er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.

USA, Canada

Product name: TX BMW MR FCC ID: P3O98400 IC:4429A - TXBMWMR

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Declaration Of Conformity

R&TTE Declaration Of Conformity (DoC)

0470

We: Meta System S.p.A.

with the address: Via Majakovskij 10 b/c/d/e 42124 Reggio Emilia –Italy

Declare

Under own responsibility that the product:

TX BMW MR

To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). This product is in conformity with the following standards:

Health & Safety (art.3.1) EN 60950-1 EMC (art.3.2) ETSI EN 301 489-1/-3 Spectrum ETSI EN 300 220 - 2 Human exposure EN 62311

According to Directive 1999/5/CE

Reggio Emilia , 14/07/2010

Technical Director Lasagni Cesare

Certifications

Tire Pressure Control TPC

FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

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.

© 2010 BMW MotorradNot to be reproduced eitherwholly or in part without writtenpermission from BMW Motorrad,After Sales.Printed in Germany.

The most important data for a filling station stop can be found in the following chart.

Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKI

Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l)

Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold

Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With tire cold

BMW recommends

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