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BMW Motorrad

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Rider's Manual (US Model)R1200GS

Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle data

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Retailer Data

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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 use the index at theend of this Rider's Manual to finda specific topic.1 General instructions . . . . . 5Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations and symbols . . . . 6Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Currentness of this manual . . . . 72 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . . 13Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . . 16Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . 17Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Status indicators . . . . . . . 21Standard displays . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Displays with onboard com-puterOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Displays with Tire PressureControl TPCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Standard warning indica-tors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Warning indicators of on-board computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . 29ABS warning indica-torsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31ASC warning indica-torsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34TPC warning indica-torsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Anti-theft alarm warning indi-catorsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Ignition switch and steeringlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Electronic immobilizerEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Odometer and tripmeters . . . . 49Onboard computerOE . . . . . . . . 51Tire Pressure ControlTPCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . 57Emergency ON/OFFswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Heated hand gripsOE . . . . . . . . . 59BMW Motorrad IntegralABSOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Automatic Stability ControlASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . 69Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 74Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Driving offroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Parking your motorcycle . . . . . 81Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 836 Technology in detail . . . 85Brake system with BMW Mo-torrad Integral ABSOE . . . . . . . . 86Engine management withBMW Motorrad ASCOE . . . . . . 88Tire Pressure ControlTPCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 907 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 92Onboard socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93CaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Luggage rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 968 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 99General instructions . . . . . . . . 100Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101General brake system . . . . . . 103Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 114Lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1259 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Washing your motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Cleaning sensitive motorcy-cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Protective wax coating . . . . . 132Storing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . 132Returning motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13210 Technical data . . . . . . . 133Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . 134Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . 135Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . 141Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . 143Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . 146Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149Riding specifications . . . . . . . 15011 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151BMW Motorrad Service . . . . 152BMW Motorrad ServiceQuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152BMW Motorrad ServiceCard - On-the-spot break-down assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 152BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . 153Confirmation of mainte-nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154Confirmation of service . . . . . 159Reporting Safety Defects. . . . . . . . . . 166

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 Manu-al 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 Manu-al; it is an important part of themotorcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings that youmust comply with for rea-

sons of your safety and the safe-ty of others, and to protect yourmotorcycle 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 accessoriesBMW optional acces-sories can be purchasedand installed at your au-thorized BMW Motorradretailer.

EWS Electronic immobilizer.

DWA Anti-theft alarm.

ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.

ASC Automatic Stability Con-trol.

TPC Tire Pressure Control.

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

Technical dataAll dimensions, weights and out-puts in the Rider's Manual referto the Deutsche 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

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

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

Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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General view, left side1 Adjusting front spring

preload ( 65)2 Onboard socket (OE)

( 92)3 Windshield ( 62)4 Headlight range adjustment

( 69)5 Clutch fluid reservoir

( 107)6 Type plate7 Engine oil fill location

( 102)8 Luggage rack ( 96)9 Seat lock ( 69)10 Onboard socket ( 92)11 Adjustment of rear damping

( 66)12 Engine oil level indicator

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General view, right side1 Fuel filler opening ( 83)2 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 103)3 Vehicle Identification Num-

ber4 Air filter (under tank cover)

( 121)5 Adjuster for spring preload,

rear ( 65)6 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 106)

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Underneath seat1 Helmet holder ( 71)2 Battery ( 127)3 Onboard toolkit ( 100)

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Left handlebar fitting1 Operating odometer

( 49), Operating onboardcomputerOE ( 51)

2 Operating the ASCOE

( 61)3 ABS operationOE ( 59)4 Horn5 Turn indicators, left ( 56),

Hazard warning flashers( 57)

6 Headlight flasher and high-beam headlight ( 56)

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Handlebar fitting, right1 Emergency ON/OFF switch

( 58)2 Starter button ( 76)3 Turn indicators, right

( 57), Hazard warningflashers ( 57)

4 Turn indicators off ( 57),Hazard warning flashers off( 58)

5 Heated hand gripsOE( 59)

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Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Tachometer3 Indicator lights ( 22)4 Multifunction display

( 22)5 Anti-theft alarm indicator

light (OE) and sensor forinstrument lighting

6 Selecting readings ( 49)Resetting tripmeter ( 50)Setting clock ( 48)

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Headlight1 Low-beam headlight2 High-beam headlight3 Parking lights

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Status indicators

Standard displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Displays with onboard comput-erOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Displays with Tire Pressure ControlTPCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Standard warning indicators . . . . . . . . . 24

Warning indicators of onboard com-puterOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ABS warning indicatorsOE . . . . . . . . . . . 31

ASC warning indicatorsOE . . . . . . . . . . . 34

TPC warning indicatorsOE . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Anti-theft alarm warning indica-torsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Standard displaysMultifunction display

1 Clock ( 48)2 Gear indicator ( 22)3 Engine temperature ( 22)4 Odometer and tripmeters

( 49)5 Fuel capacity ( 22)

Indicator lights

1 Turn indicators, left2 High-beam headlight3 Idling4 Turn indicators, right

Fuel capacityThe horizontal bars underthe filling station symbol

indicate the remaining fuel quan-tity.

Without an onboard computer,the upper horizontal bars areshown enlarged. As a result, theupper bar is equal to approxi-mately half the possible tank vol-

ume, and the next bar approxi-mately one-quarter. The remain-ing fuel tank volume is shownin greater detail with the smallerhorizontal bars.When the fuel in the tank istopped up the gauge brieflyshows the original level, beforethe reading is updated.

Gear indicatorThe gear engaged or Nfor neutral appears on the

display.

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

lights up.

Engine temperatureThe lateral bars under thetemperature symbol show

the engine temperature level.

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Service display

If the time remaining until thenext service lies within a month,the service date is briefly dis-played following the pre-ridecheck. The month and year areshown with two digits each sep-arated by a dash. In this examplethe display means "March 2007".

If the motorcycle is driven longdistances annually, it is possiblethat earlier service is required. Ifthe odometer reading for the ear-lier service lies within 600 miles(1,000 km), the remaining miles(kilometers) are counted downin 60-mile (100-km) steps andbriefly displayed following thepre-ride check.

If the service interval has beenexceeded, the general warninglight also lights up yellow in ad-dition to the date or mileage dis-play. The Service lettering is dis-played continuously.

If the service display alreadymore than one month be-

fore the service date, or if theService lettering does not stopafter the service date is exceed-ed, then the date stored in theinstrument cluster must be set.This situation can occur if thebattery has been disconnectedfor a longer time.Consult a certified workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer, for setting ofthe date.

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Displays with onboardcomputer OE

1 Onboard computer displayareaOE ( 51)

Displays with TirePressure ControlTPC OE

1 Tire pressures alternatingwith clock, with onboardcomputer as additional valueof onboard computer.OE( 55)

Standard warningindicatorsDisplay

Warnings are indicated by the'General' warning light 1 show-ing in combination with a warningword, for example 2 or with oneof the warning symbols 3. The'General' warning light shows redor yellow, depending on the ur-gency of the warning. If sever-al warnings are active, all cor-responding warning lights andwarning symbol are displayed;warnings are shown alternately.

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The possible warnings are listedon the next page. 3

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Overview of warning indicatorsMeaning

Lights up yellow EWS ! appears onthe display.

Electronic immobilizer is active ( 27)

Lights up yellow FUEL ! appearson the display.

Fuel down to reserve ( 27)

Lights up yellow Is indicated Engine in emergency-operation mode( 27)

Flashes red Is indicated Engine oil pressure insufficient ( 27)

Lights up red Is indicated Battery charge current insufficient( 28)

Lights up yellow LAMPR ! appearson the display.

Rear bulb defective ( 28)

LAMPF ! appearson the display.

Front bulb defective ( 29)

Lights up yellow LAMPS ! appearson the display.

Bulbs defective ( 29)

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Electronic immobilizer isactive

General warning light showsyellow.

EWS ! appears on the display.The key being used is not autho-rized for starting, or communica-tion between the key and engineelectronics is disrupted.Remove other motorcycle keysfrom the ignition key ring.Use the reserve key.Have the defective key re-placed, preferably by an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Fuel down to reserveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

FUEL ! appears on the display.

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 until the fuel tank iscompletely empty.

At the most, the fuel tank stillcontains the reserve fuel quantity.

Reserve fuel quantity

1.1 gal ( 4 l)Refueling ( 83)

Engine in emergency-operation mode


Engine symbol appears onthe display.

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

ly reduced engine performancemay be available, which can leadto danger driving situations, es-

pecially during passing maneu-vers.Adapt your driving style tothe possibly reduced engineperformance.

The engine control unit has di-agnosed a fault. In exceptionalcases, the engine stops and canno longer be started. Otherwise,the engine runs in the emergen-cy operating mode.Continued driving is possible,however the accustomed en-gine performance may not beavailable.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Engine oil pressureinsufficient

General warning light flash-es red.

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Oil-can symbol appears onthe display.

The oil pressure in the lubricatingoil circuit is too low. Stop imme-diately and switch off the engine.

The warning on insufficientengine oil pressure is no

substitute for the function ofan oil-level indicator. The cor-rect engine oil level can only bechecked at the oil sight glass.

The cause of the warning on in-sufficient engine oil pressure canbe an insufficient engine oil level.Checking engine oil level( 101)

If oil level is too low:Top up engine oil.

If the engine oil level is correct:

Driving with insufficient en-gine oil pressure can result

in engine damage.Do not continue driving.

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

Battery charge currentinsufficient

General warning light showsred.

Battery symbol appears onthe display.

A discharged battery canresult in the engine cutting

out unexpectedly, causing a haz-ardous situation.Have faults eliminated as soon aspossible.

If the battery is no longercharged, continued driving

can lead to deep discharging,and therefore to the destructionof the battery.If possible, do not continuedriving.

The battery is not being charged.Continued driving is possibleuntil the battery is discharged.However, the engine can diesuddenly and the battery canbe exhaustively discharged andtherefore destroyed.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Rear bulb defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

LAMPR ! appears on the dis-play.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry a

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complete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

Tail light or brake light bulb de-fective.Replacing brake and tail lightbulb ( 118)

Front bulb defectiveLAMPF ! appears on the dis-play.


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

Low-beam headlight, high-beamheadlight, parking light or turnindicator bulb defective.Replacing low-beam/high-beambulb ( 116)Replacing parking light bulb( 118)

Replacing front and rear turnindicator bulbs ( 119)

Bulbs defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

LAMPS ! appears on the dis-play.



A combination of several bulbdefects is present.See the fault descriptionsabove.

Warning indicators ofonboard computer OE

Display

Warnings of the onboard com-puter are shown in area 1.The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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Is indicated Engine oil level too low ( 31)

Check Oil ap-pears on the dis-play

Is indicated Ice warning ( 31)

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Engine oil level too lowOil level symbol appears onthe display.

Check Oil appears on thedisplay.The electronic oil level sensorhas detected a low engine oillevel.The exact engine oil level canonly be determined by conduct-ing a check on the oil sight glass.During the next refueling stop:Checking engine oil level( 101)

If oil level is too low:Topping up engine oil ( 102)

If "Check oil level" appears inthe display, although a correct oillevel has been read off at the oilsight glass, the oil level sensormay be defective.Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Ice warningIce crystal symbol appearson the display.

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).Always think well ahead whentemperatures are low, especiallyon bridges and where the road isin the shade.

Think well ahead when driving.

ABS warningindicators OE

Display

ABS warnings are indicated bythe ABS warning light 1.In some countries an alternativedisplay of the ABS warning lightis possible.

Possible country-dependentversions.

Additional information on theBMW Motorrad Integral ABS isprovided from page ( 86); an

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Flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 34)

Lights up ABS deactivated ( 34)

Lights up ABS error ( 34)

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Self-diagnosis not completedABS warning light flashes.

The ABS function is not avail-able, because the self-diagno-sis has not been completed. Tocheck the wheel sensors, themotorcycle must be driven a fewyards.Ride off slowly. It must be not-ed that the ABS function is notavailable until the self-diagnosishas been completed.

ABS deactivatedABS warning light lights up.

The ABS system has been deac-tivated by the driver.with OE BMW Motorrad IntegralABS:Switching on ABS function( 60)

ABS errorABS warning light lights up.

The ABS control unit has detect-ed an error. The ABS function isnot available.Continued driving is possiblewhile taking the failed ABSfunction into account. Observeadditional information on situa-tions which can lead to an ABSerror ( 87).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

ASC warningindicators OE

Display

ASC warnings are shown withthe ASC symbol 2 or by theoffroad ASC symbol 3 in con-junction with the general warninglight 1.Additional information on theBMW Motorrad ASC is providedfrom page ( 88); an overviewof the possible warnings is pro-vided on the following page.

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Flashes rapidly yel-low

Is indicated ASC intervention ( 36)

Flashes rapidly yel-low

Is indicated Offroad ASC intervention ( 36)

Flashes slowly Self-diagnosis not completed ( 36)

Flashes slowly Self-diagnosis not ended in offroadmode ( 36)

Is indicated ASC deactivated ( 36)

Lights up yellow Is indicated ASC error ( 36)

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ASC interventionGeneral warning light flash-es rapidly yellow.

ASC symbol is displayed.

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

Offroad ASC interventionGeneral warning light flash-es rapidly yellow.

Offroad ASC symbol is dis-played.

The offroad ASC has detectedinstability at the rear wheel andhas reduced the torque. Thewarning light flashes longer than

the ASC intervention lasts. As aresult, the driver is provided withoptical feedback on the regula-tion carried out even after thecritical driving situation.

Self-diagnosis not completedASC symbol flashes slowly.

The self-diagnosis was not com-pleted; the ASC function is notavailable. So that the ASC self-diagnosis can be completed, theengine must be running and themotorcycle must be moved at aspeed of at least 3 mph (5 km/h).Ride off slowly. It must be not-ed that the ASC function is notavailable until the self-diagnosishas been completed.

Self-diagnosis not ended inoffroad mode

Offroad ASC symbol flash-es slowly.

The self-diagnosis was not com-pleted; the ASC function is notavailable. So that the ASC self-diagnosis can be completed, theengine must be running and themotorcycle must be moved at aspeed of at least 3 mph (5 km/h).Ride off slowly. It must be not-ed that the ASC function is notavailable until the self-diagnosishas been completed.

ASC deactivatedASC symbol is displayed.

The ASC system has been deac-tivated by the driver.with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Activating ASC function ( 61)

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The ASC control unit has detect-ed an error. The ASC functionand the offroad ASC function arenot available.Continue driving is possible. Itmust be noted that the ASCfunction is not available. Ob-serve additional information onsituations which can lead to anASC error ( 89).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

TPC warningindicators OE

Display

The warning symbol 2 signalsa critical tire pressure, and thecorresponding air pressure of thefront wheel 3 or the rear wheel 4flashes.If the critical value is at the limitof the permissible tolerance, thegeneral warning light 1 also lightsup in yellow. If the determinedtire pressure is outside the per-missible tolerance, the generalwarning light flashes in red.

Additional information on theBMW Motorrad TPC is providedfrom page ( 90); an overviewof the possible warnings is pro-vided on the following page.

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Lights up yellow Is indicated Tire pressure in limit area of permissibletolerance ( 39)

The critical air pres-sure flashes

Flashes red Is indicated Tire pressure outside permissible toler-ance ( 39)

The critical air pres-sure flashes

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

Transmission error ( 39)

Lights up yellow Is indicated Sensor defective or system fault ( 40)

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

Lights up yellow RDC! appears onthe display

Battery of tire pressure sensor weak( 40)

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Tire pressure in limit area ofpermissible tolerance


Tire symbol appears on thedisplay.

The critical air pressure flashes.The measured tire pressure is inthe limit area of the permissibletolerance.Correct tire pressure in accor-dance with instructions on backof cover of Rider's Manual.

The pressure values on theback of the cover refer to

a tire air temperature of 68 °F(20 °C). To also adapt the airpressure at other tire tempera-tures, proceed as follows:Calculate the difference betweenthe nominal value according tothe Rider's Manual and the val-ue determine by the TPC sys-tem. Change the air pressure inthe tire by this difference using

an air pressure tester at a fillingstation.

Tire pressure outsidepermissible tolerance

General warning light flash-es red.


The critical air pressure flashes.The measured tire pressure isoutside the permissible tolerance.Check tire for damage anddrivability.

Is it still possible to drive with tire:

Incorrect tire pressure resultin poorer handling of the

motorcycle.Always adapt your driving style tothe incorrect tire pressure.

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

Transmission error"--" or "-- --" is displayed.The motorcycle's speed has notexceeded the threshold of ap-prox. 20 mph (30 km/h). TheTPC sensors do not transmittheir signal until a speed abovethis threshold is reached ( 90).Watch TPC display at higherspeed. A permanent fault hasnot occurred until the generalwarning light also lights up. Inthis case:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably

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an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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



"--" or "-- --" is displayed.Wheels without installed TPCsensors are mounted.Retrofit wheel set with TPCsensors.

One or two TPC sensors havefailed.Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

A system fault has occurred.Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Battery of tire pressuresensor weak


RDC! appears on the display.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

The battery of the tire pressuresensor no longer has its full ca-pacity. The operation of the tirepressure control is only ensuredfor a limited time.Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

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Anti-theft alarmwarning indicators OE

Display

Anti-theft alarm warningare shown as warnings 2 inconjunction with the generalwarning light 1 following thepre-ride check and refer to thecapacity of the internal anti-theftalarm battery.The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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DWALO ! appearson the display

Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 43)

Lights up yellow DWA ! appears onthe display

Anti-theft alarm battery drained ( 43)

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Anti-theft alarm battery weakDWALO ! appears on the dis-play.



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

Anti-theft alarm batterydrained


DWA ! appears on the display.



The anti-theft alarm battery hasno capacity. The operation of theanti-theft alarm is no longer en-sured with the motorcycle batterydisconnected.Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

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Operation

Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . 46

Electronic immobilizer EWS . . . . . . . . . . 47

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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

Onboard computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Tire Pressure Control TPCOE . . . . . . . . 55

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Emergency ON/OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . 58

Heated hand gripsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

BMW Motorrad Integral ABSOE . . . . . . 59

Automatic Stability ControlASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive one master key andone spare key. If a key is lost,please note the information onthe electronic immobilizer (EWS)( 47).Ignition key and steering lock,tank filler cap lock and seat lockare all operated with the samekey.

with OA Case and with OATopcase:The cases and the Topcase canalso be ordered with locks for thesame key on request. Pleasecontact a specialized workshopfor this purpose, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Switching on ignition

Turn key to position 1.Parking lights and all functioncircuits switched on.Engine can be started.Pre-ride check is performed.( 77)

with OE BMW Motorrad IntegralABS:Turn key to position 1.In addition to the points namedabove, the ABS self-diagnosisis also carried out. ( 77)

with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Turn key to position 1.In addition to the points namedabove, the ASC self-diagnosisis also carried out. ( 78)

Switching off ignition

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

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Battery can be recharged viaonboard socket.

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

Electronic immobilizerEWSTheft protectionThe electronic immobilizer helpsprotect your BMW motorcyclefrom theft, and this enhancedsecurity is at your disposal with-out any need for you to set pa-rameters or activate additionalsystems. The engine of a mo-torcycle fitted with this electronicimmobilizer can be started onlywith the keys that belong to themotorcycle. You can also haveyour authorized BMW Motorradretailer disable particular keys,

for example in the event that youlose your keys. The engine can-not be started with a key that hasbeen barred.

Electronics in keyThe motorcycle's electronicsexchange certain continuouslychanging signals with the elec-tronics in the key; these signalsare specific to your motorcycleand they are transmitted via thering antenna in the ignition lock.The ignition is not enabled forstarting until the key has beenrecognized as "authorized" foryour motorcycle.

A spare key attached tothe same ring as the igni-

tion key used to start the enginecould "irritate" the electronics,in which case the enabling sig-nal for starting is not issued. Thewarning EWS is shown in themultifunction display.

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Always store the spare key sepa-rately from the ignition key.

Replacement and extrakeysReplacement and spare keysare only available through an au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.The keys are part of an integrat-ed security system, so the retail-er is under an obligation to checkthe legitimacy of all applicationsfor replacement/extra keys. If youwant to have a lost key barred,you must bring along all otherkeys that belong to the motorcy-cle. A key that has been barredcan subsequently be cleared andreactivated for use.

ClockSetting clock

Attempting to set the clockwhile riding the motorcycle

can lead to accidents.

Adjust the clock only when themotorcycle is stationary.

Switch on ignition.without OE Onboard computerand without OE Tire PressureControl (TPC):

Press button 1 repeatedly untiltotal mileage is shown.

without OE Onboard computerand without OE Tire PressureControl (TPC):

Press alternative button 2 re-peatedly until total mileage isshown.

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with OE Onboard computer orwith OE Tire Pressure Control(TPC):

Press button 2 repeatedly untilclock is shown.

In this case, the buttonin the instrument clus-

ter is only used to operate theodometer.

Hold down button.Hours 3 flash.Press button.Hours increase by one eachtime button is pressed.Hold down button.Minutes 4 flash.Press button.Minutes increase by one eachtime button is pressed.Hold down button.End setting; set time is dis-played.

Odometer andtripmetersSelecting readingsSwitch on ignition.

Press button 1.

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Each time the button is pressed,the display shows values start-ing with the current value in thefollowing order:Total distance coveredTripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tripmeter 2 (Trip II)Operating range (after reachingreserve level)


On motorcycles without anonboard computer and with-out Tire Pressure Control, thebutton 2 can be used as analternative.

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on ignition.Select desired tripmeter.

Hold down button 1.Tripmeter is reset.

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On motorcycles without anonboard computer and with-out Tire Pressure Control, thebutton 2 can be used as analternative.

Operating rangewithout OE Onboard computer:

The operating range is dis-played together with the letter-ing RANGE and indicates whatdistance can still be driven withthe remaining fuel. It is only dis-played after the fuel reserve isreached. This distance is calcu-lated on the basis of fuel leveland average consumption.When refueling, fuel is not regis-tered until the quantity added isapprox. one gallon (several liters).When refueling after running onreserve, make sure that you topup the tank to a level above re-

serve, as otherwise the sensorwill not be able to register thenew level. Otherwise neither thefill level nor the operating rangedisplay can be updated.

The determined residualrange is an approximate

reading. BMW Motorrad there-fore recommends that you donot try to use the full remainingrange before refueling.

Onboard computer OE

Selecting readingsSwitch on ignition.

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Press button 1.

Each time the button is pressed,the display shows values start-ing with the current value in thefollowing order:Ambient temperature

Average speedAverage consumptionRangeOil levelTire pressures (OE)

Ambient temperature

When the motorcycle is stopped,the engine heat can falsify themeasurement of the ambienttemperature 1. If the influenceof the engine heat becomes toogreat, -- is temporarily shown inthe display.

If the ambient temperaturedrops below 3 °C, a warn-

ing of possible icing-up appears.The display automatically switch-es from any other mode to thetemperature reading when thetemperature drops below thisthreshold for the first time.

Average speed

The average speed 1 is cal-culated based on the elapsedtime since the last reset. Timesduring which the engine wasstopped are excluded from thecalculation.

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Resetting average speedSwitch on ignition.Select average speed.

Hold down button 1.Average speed is reset.

Average consumption

The average consumption 1 iscalculated by dividing the dis-tance covered since the last re-set by the corresponding amountof fuel used.

Resetting averageconsumptionSwitch on ignition.Select average consumption.

Hold down button 1.Average consumption is reset.

Range

The functional description ofthe operating range ( 51) al-so applies to the range. How-

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ever, the range 1 can also bedisplayed before the fuel re-serve is reached. To calculatethe range, a special average con-sumption is used, which does notalways match the value that canbe shown on the display.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 calculat-ed while driving.When refueling after running onreserve, make sure that you topup the tank to a level above re-serve, as otherwise the sensorwill not be able to register thenew level. Otherwise neither thefill level nor the range display canbe updated.

The determined range is anapproximate reading. BMW

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

Oil level indicator

The oil level indicator 1 providesinformation on the oil level in theengine. It can only be displayedwhen the motorcycle is stopped.

The conditions for the oil levelindicator are as follows:Engine at operating tempera-ture.Engine idling for at least 30seconds.Side-stand retracted.Motorcycle is vertical.

The readings mean:OK: Oil level is correct.CHECK: Check oil level duringnext refueling stop.---: No measurement possible(above-mentioned conditions notmet).

If other information of theonboard computer is dis-

played, this symbol continues tobe shown until the oil level is de-tected as correct again.

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

If, despite a correct oil lev-el on the oil sight glass,

"Check oil level" continually ap-pear on the display, the oil levelsensor may be defective. In thiscase, please contact your autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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Tire Pressure ControlTPC OE

Displaying tire pressuresSwitch on ignition.

Repeatedly press button 1 untilthe tire pressures appear in thedisplay.

The tire pressures are shownwith the lettering TPC P. Theleft-hand value indicates the airpressure of the front wheel, andthe right-hand value the air pres-sure of the rear wheel. Immedi-ately after switching on the igni-tion, -- -- is displayed, as thetransfer of the air pressure valuesdoes not begin until a speed over20 mph (30 km/h) is reached.

The display is shown in alterna-tion with the clock.On motorcycles with an onboardcomputer, the display is shown in

alternation with the clock and thevalues of the onboard computer.

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

The parking lights are astrain on the battery. Do

not leave the ignition switchedon longer than absolutelynecessary.

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

With the engine switchedoff, you can switch on the

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

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High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher

Press the top section of full-beam headlight switch 1.High-beam headlight isswitched on.Move full-beam headlightswitch 1 to the center position.High-beam headlight isswitched off.Press the bottom section offull-beam headlight switch 1.High-beam headlight isswitched on as long as switchis pressed (headlight flasher).

Switching on parkinglightsSwitch off ignition.

Immediately after switching offthe ignition, press and hold theleft-hand turn indicator but-ton 1.Parking light switches on.

Switching off parkinglightsSwitch ignition on and then offagain.Parking light switched off.

Turn indicatorsSwitching on left-handturn indicatorSwitch on ignition.

After driving for approx.ten seconds or after cov-

ering a distance of approx. 650ft (200 m), the turn indicators areautomatically switched off.

Press left-hand turn indicatorbutton 1.Left-hand turn indicator isswitched on.Indicator light for left-hand turnindicator flashes.

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Switching on right-handturn indicatorSwitch on ignition.

After driving for approx.ten seconds or after cov-

ering a distance of approx. 650ft (200 m), the turn indicators areautomatically switched off.

Press right-hand turn indicatorbutton 2.Right-hand turn indicator isswitched on.Indicator light for right-handturn indicator flashes.

Switching off turnindicator

Press turn-indicator cancel but-ton 3.Turn indicator is switched off.Turn indicator lights in indicatorlight panel are off.

Hazard warningflashersSwitching on hazardwarning flashersSwitch 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 left 1 and right-hand 2turn indicator buttons simulta-neously.The hazard warning flashersare switched on.Left/right turn indicator lightsflash.Switch off ignition.Hazard warning flashers contin-ue to operate.Left/right turn indicator lightsoff.

Switching off hazardwarning flashers

Press turn-indicator cancel but-ton 3.Hazard warning flashers areswitched off.

Emergency ON/OFFswitch

1 Emergency ON/OFF switch

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.

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A Operating positionB Engine switched off.

The engine can only bestarted in the operating

position.

Heated hand grips OE

1 Heated hand grips switch

The handlebar grips can be heat-ed at two different levels. Theheated hand grips option can on-ly be activated when the engineis running.

The increase in power con-sumption caused by the

heated hand grips can drain thebattery if you are riding at lowengine speeds. If the battery isinadequately charged, the heat-ed hand grips are switched off toensure starting capability.

2 Heating function off.3 50 % heat output (one dot

visible).4 100 % heat output (three

dots visible).

BMW Motorrad IntegralABS OE

Switching off ABSfunctionSwitch on ignition or bring mo-torcycle to a stop.

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Hold down ABS button 1.ABS warning light begins tolight up.

Release ABS button within fiveseconds.

ABS warning light contin-ues to light up.

ABS function is switched off.

Behavior with ABSdeactivatedWith the ABS function switchedoff, first only the control on thefront wheel is deactivated. If themotorcycle is then only brakedwith the handbrake lever, ABS

regulation continues to be activefor the rear wheel also braked viathe integral function. The ABSregulation for the rear wheel isnot switched off until the foot-brake lever is actuated.

Switching on ABSfunction

Hold down ABS button 1.ABS warning light goesout; if self-diagnosis has

not been completed, it begins toflash.Release ABS button within fiveseconds.

ABS warning light remainsoff or continues to flash.

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

If the ABS light continuesto light up after switching

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

Automatic StabilityControl ASC OE

OperationThe ASC button switches intothe offroad mode ( 88) andswitches the ASC off or on.

If no ASC symbol is shown, theASC is active.

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If this symbol is shown, theoffroad ASC is active.

If this symbol is shown, theASC is switched off.

Operating sequence of ASCbutton:Switch over ASC to offroadASCSwitching off ASCSwitching on ASC

Switching ASC functionover and offSwitch on ignition.

The ASC function can al-so be deactivated while

driving.

Press and hold ASC button 1.Offroad ASC symbol con-tinues to be displayed; if

self-diagnosis is not completed, itbegins to flashRelease ASC button withinthree seconds.

Offroad ASC symbol is dis-played.

Offroad ASC is activated.Press and hold ASC button 1.


Release ASC button withinthree seconds.

ASC symbol continues tobe displayed.

ASC function is deactivated.

Activating ASC function

Press and hold ASC button 1.ASC symbol is no longerdisplayed; if self-diagnosis

is not completed, ASC symbolbegins to flash.Release ASC button withinthree seconds after ASC sym-bol goes out or begins to flash.

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ASC symbol remains off; ifASC self-diagnosis is not

completed, ASC symbol contin-ues to flash.

ASC function is activated.As an alternative to pressingthe ASC button, the ignitioncan also be switched off andthen on again.

If the ASC warning lightlights up after switching

the ignition off and on and thencontinued driving over 5 mph(10 km/h), an ASC error hasoccurred.

Seat heightAdjusting seat heightRemoving driver's seat ( 69)Turn driver's seat over.

Insert seat rods 1 and 2 intothe mounts 3.

If both seat rods are notin the same position, the

driver's seat can come loose

from the locking device and wig-gle.Always insert both seat rods inthe same position.

Insert seat rods in position 4.High seat position.Insert seat rods in position 5.Low seat position.Installing driver's seat ( 70)

WindshieldAdjusting windshield

Loosen clamping screws 1 onleft and right.

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Bring windshield into desiredposition by rotating it forwardor back.Make sure that the clampingscrews 1 are adjusted symmet-rically on the left and right.Tighten clamping screws.

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

If the position of the clutchfluid reservoir is changed,

air can enter the clutch system.Do not reposition the handlebarcontrols on the handlebars or thehandlebars in their mounts.

Adjusting the clutch leverwhile driving can lead to

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

Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw has alimit position and can be

turned more easily when youpress the clutch lever forward.

Distance between handlebargrip and clutch lever increases.Turn adjusting screw 1 coun-terclockwise.Distance between handlebargrip and clutch lever decreases.

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

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

Adjusting the brake leverwhile driving can lead to

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

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Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw hasa limit position and can

be turned more easily whenyou press the handbrake leverforward.

Distance between handlebargrip and handbrake lever in-creases.Turn adjusting screw 1 coun-terclockwise.Distance between handlebargrip and handbrake lever de-creases.

MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Move mirror into desired posi-tion by twisting.

Adjusting mirror arm

Slide up protective cap overthreaded fastener on mirrorarm.Loosen nut 1.Turn mirror arm into desiredposition.Tighten the nut to the spec-ified tightening torque, whileholding the mirror arm to en-sure that it does not move outof position.

Mirror on clamping piece

18 lb/ft (25 Nm)

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Slide protective cap overthreaded fastener.

Spring preloadAdjustment on front wheelThe spring preload on the frontwheel must be adapted to thenature of the terrain. Uneventerrain requires a high springpreload, flat terrain requires alower spring preload.

Adjusting spring preloadon front wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

To reduce spring preload, turnspring retainer in direction A.

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 spring retainer in direc-tion B.

Spring preload on frontwheel

Spring preload at position 2(For street use)

Spring preload at position 3(For riding on gravel tracksetc. and loading)

Spring preload at position 5(For offroad use)

Adjustment on rear wheelIt 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 wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

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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.

Adjusting the spring preloadwhile the motorcycle is be-

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

To increase spring preload,turn handwheel 1 in directionof arrow HIGH.

To decrease spring preload,turn handwheel 1 in directionof arrow LOW.

Spring preload at rearwheel

Rotate handwheel toward leftin arrow direction LOW (L) allthe way to stop, then rotateten clicks to the right (Foroperation with rider travelingsolo)

Turn handwheel toward rightin arrow direction HIGH (H)all the way to stop. (For of-froad operation or with pas-senger and luggage)

DampingSettingThe damping must be adjust-ed to the spring preload and theroad conditions. An increase inspring preload requires firmer

damping, a reduction in springpreload requires softer damping.

Adjusting damping on rearwheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

There is a risk of injuryby burns if you adjust the

damping characteristic while themuffler is hot.Use screwdriver extension andwear gloves.

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Adjust damping with the on-board toolkit using the adjust-ing screw 1.

To increase absorption, turnadjusting screw 1 in arrow di-rection H.To reduce absorption, turn ad-justing screw 1 in arrow direc-tion S.

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

ing

Turn adjusting screw in ar-row direction H until stop,then turn one and a halfturns in arrow direction S.(Full tank of gas, with rider187 lbs (85 kg))

TiresChecking tire pressures

Incorrect tire inflation pres-sure results in poorer hand-

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

At high road speeds, tirevalves installed perpen-

dicular to the wheel rim have atendency to open as a result ofcentrifugal force.

In order to avoid a sudden loss oftire inflation pressure, fit a valvecap with rubber sealing ring tothe rear tire and make sure thatthe cap is screwed on firmly.

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Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

HeadlightAdjusting headlight forRHD/LHD trafficIf the motorcycle is ridden in acountry where the opposite ruleof the road applies, its asymmet-ric low-beam headlight will tendto dazzle oncoming traffic.Have the headlight adjusted tothe relevant conditions by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad retail-er.

Ordinary adhesive tapedamages the plastic lens.

To prevent damage to the plasticlens, consult a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Headlight range andspring preloadThe headlight range generallyremains constant due to the ad-justment of the spring preload tothe loading state.Spring preload adjustment mayonly be insufficient when the mo-torcycle is very heavily loaded.In this case, the headlight rangemust be adjusted to the weight.

If you are unsure whetherthe basic headlight setting

is correct, consult a specializedworkshop, preferably an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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Check tire pressure using fol-lowing data.

Front tire pressure

31.9 psi (2.2 bar) (Single rid-er, with cold tire)

36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, withcold tire)

Rear tire pressure

36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Single rid-er, with cold tire)

42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, withcold tire)

In case of insufficient tire pres-sure:Correct tire pressure.

Headlight rangeadjustment

1 Headlight range adjustmentIn the case of very high payloads,the available spring preload ad-justment might not be adequate.To avoid dazzling oncoming traf-fic, the headlight adjustment canbe corrected by adjusting theswivel lever.

A Neutral positionB Position with heavy payload

Front and rear seatsRemoving passenger seatMake sure ground is level andfirm and park the motorcycle.

Turn key 1 in seat lockclockwise while pressing downon front region of passengerseat 2.Lift front of passenger seat andremove.

Removing driver's seatRemoving passenger seat( 69)

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Turn key 1 in seat lock coun-terclockwise while pressingdown on rear region of driver'sseat 3.Lift rear of driver's seat andremove.

Installing driver's seat

Install driver's seat 1 into frontlocking device.Lay driver's seat loosely onmotorcycle.

If too much pressure is ap-plied in the forward direc-

tion, there is a danger that themotorcycle will be pushed off itsstand.Make sure that the motorcycle issteady on its stand.

Press driver's seat lightly for-ward in rear area and then firm-ly downward.

Driver's seat audibly engages.Installing the passenger's seat( 70)

Installing the passenger'sseatInstalling driver's seat ( 70)

Insert passenger seat 2 intorear locking device.

If too much pressure is ap-plied in the forward direc-

tion, there is a danger that themotorcycle will be pushed off itsstand.

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Make sure that the motorcycle issteady on its stand.

Press down firmly on front re-gion of passenger seat.Passenger seat clicks audiblyinto place.

Helmet holderLocking helmet onmotorcycleRemoving driver's seat ( 69)

The helmet catch canscratch the paneling.

When hooking on the helmet,

watch the position of the helmetlock.

Hook helmet into helmet hold-er 1 on left or right with chinstrap.Installing driver's seat ( 70)

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Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Driving offroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

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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 of theyear. Your authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer will be happy toadvise you and has the correctclothing for every purpose.

SpeedIf you ride at high speed, alwaysbear in mind that various bound-ary conditions can adversely af-fect the handling of your motor-cycle:Settings of spring-strut andshock absorber systemImbalanced load

Loose clothingInsufficient tire pressurePoor tire treadEtc.

Correct loadingOverloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

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

Alcohol and drugsEven small amounts of al-cohol or drugs will adverse-

ly affect your perception and yourability to assess situations andmake decisions, and slow downyour reflexes. Medication can ex-acerbate these effects.Do not ride your motorcycle afterconsuming alcohol, drugs and/ormedication.

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.

High voltageTouching live parts of theignition system with the

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

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Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, observe the fol-lowing points:Do not run the fuel tank 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.

Risk of fireTemperatures at the exhaust arehigh.

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

and luggage, etc.) could igniteif allowed to come into contactwith the hot exhaust pipe.Make sure that no highlyflammable materials can comein contact with the hot exhaustsystem.

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.

Tampering with theengine control unit

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can damage

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

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can result in

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

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

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BrakesFront and rear brake fluid levelsClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTread depth and tire pressureFirm seating of cases and lug-gage

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

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.

TransmissionYou can start the engine whenthe transmission is in neutral or ifyou pull the clutch with a gearengaged. Do not engage theclutch until after switching on theignition, as otherwise the enginecannot be started.

Starting engine

Emergency ON/OFF switch inoperating position A.Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 77)

with OE BMW Motorrad IntegralABS:Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 77)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 77)

with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 77)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 77)ASC self-diagnosis is per-formed. ( 78)

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Press starter button 1.

At extremely low tempera-tures it may be necessary

to operate the throttle twist gripduring starting. At ambient tem-peratures below 32 °F (0 °C),actuate the clutch after switchingon the ignition.

The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-

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

Engine starts.

Consult the troubleshootingchart if the engine refuses tostart. ( 134)

Pre-ride checkThe instrument cluster runs atest of the 'General' warning lightwhen the ignition is switched on:this is the "Pre-Ride-Check" The'General' warning light shows firstred and then yellow, so that youcan check that it is in workingorder. The test is aborted if youstart the engine before it com-pletes.Phase 1

General warning light showsred.

CHECK! appears on the dis-play.

Phase 2General warning light showsyellow.

CHECK! appears on the dis-play.

If the 'General' warning light doesnot show:

Some malfunctions cannotbe indicated if the 'Gener-

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

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

ABS self-diagnosisOE

The readiness for operation ofthe BMW Motorrad Integral ABSis checked by the self-diagnosis.Self-diagnosis is performed au-tomatically when you switch onthe ignition. To check the wheel

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sensors, the motorcycle mustdrive faster than 3 mph (5 km/h).Phase 1Checking the diagnosablesystem components whilestopped.

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible country-specif-ic version of ABS warning

light.

Phase 2Checking the wheel sensorswhile starting off.

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible country-specif-ic version of ABS warning

light.

ABS self-diagnosiscompletedThe ABS warning light goesout.

If an ABS fault is indicated afterthe ABS self-diagnosis is com-pleted:Continue driving is possible. Itmust be noted that neither theABS nor the integral function isavailable.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

ASC self-diagnosisOE

The readiness for operationof the BMW Motorrad ASC ischecked by the self-diagnosis.Self-diagnosis is performedautomatically when you switchon the ignition. So that the ASCself-diagnosis can be completed,the engine must be running andthe motorcycle must drive at aspeed of at least 3 mph (5 km/h).

Phase 1Checking the diagnosablesystem components whilestopped.

ASC symbol flashes slowly.

Phase 2Checking the diagnosable sys-tem components while driving.

ASC symbol flashes slowly.

ASC self-diagnosiscompletedThe ASC warning light goesout.

If an ASC fault is indicated afterthe ASC self-diagnosis is com-pleted:Continue driving is possible. Itmust be noted that the ASCfunction is not available.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably

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Running inThe first 600 miles(1,000 km)While running in the motorcy-cle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently.Try to do most of your rid-ing during this initial period ontwisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-ing high-speed main roads andhighways if possible.

Exceeding the specified en-gine speeds while running

in will lead to increased enginewear.Adhere to the specified enginerun-in speeds.

Do not exceed the engine run-in speeds.

Engine break-in speed

<4000 min-1

Do not accelerate at full throt-tle.Avoid low engine speeds at fullload.After 300 - 750 miles (500 -1,200 km), have the first in-spection performed.

Brake padsNew brake pads must "beddown" and therefore do notachieve their optimum frictionlevels during the first 300 miles(500 km). This initial reductionin braking efficiency can becompensated for by exertinggreater pressure on the levers.

New brake pads can ex-tend stopping distance by a

significant margin.Brake early.

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

New tires have notachieved their full adhesion

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

Driving offroadTire pressures

A tire pressure reducedfor offroad driving leads

to poorer handling of the mo-torcycle on paved roads and canresult in accidents.Ensure proper tire pressure.

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Rims offroadAs a touring Enduro model,this motorcycle has also

been designed for light offroaduse on unpaved roads. However,heavier offroad use can resultin damage to the standard castaluminum rims.For heavier offroad use, use thecross-spoke wheels available asoptional equipment

Dirt or mud on brakesWhen the motorcycle isridden on loose surfaces

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

Driving on unpaved or dirtyroads leads to increased

brake pad wear.Check the brake pad thickness

more often and replace the brakepads sooner.

Spring preload anddamping

Spring preload and damp-ing values that have been

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

Deactivatable ABS OE

You can switch off the BMW Mo-torrad ( 59) Integral ABS foroffroad riding.

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. Thegreater the wheel load, the morebraking force can be transferred.To achieve the shortest possiblebraking distance, the front brakemust be applied quickly and withincreasing force. This optimal-ly utilizes the dynamic load in-crease on the front wheel. At thesame time, the clutch should al-so be actuated. With the "forcedbraking" often practiced in whichthe brake pressure is generat-ed as quickly as possible andwith great force, the dynamicload distribution cannot followthe increased deceleration and

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the braking force cannot be com-pletely transferred to the roadsurface. To prevent the frontwheel from locking, the ABS sys-tem must intervene and reducethe brake pressure; the brakingdistance increases.

Descending mountainpasses

There is a danger of thebrakes fading if you use on-

ly the rear brakes when descend-ing mountain passes. Underextreme conditions, the brakescould overheat and suffer severedamage.Use both front and rear brakes,and make use of the engine'sbraking effect as well.

Wet brakesAfter washing the motor-cycle, after driving through

water or in the rain, braking can

be delayed due to damp brakedisks and brake pads.Brake early until the brakes aredry or braked until dry.

Salt on brakesThe full braking effect canbe delayed if the motor-

cycle is ridden on salt-coveredroads and the brakes are not ap-plied for some time.Brake early until the salt layer ofthe brake disks and brake padshas been braked off.

Oil or grease on brakesOil and grease on the brakedisks and pads considerably

diminish braking efficiency.Especially after repair and main-tenance tasks, make sure thatthe brake disks and brake padsare free of oil and grease.

Dirt or mud on brakesWhen the motorcycle isridden on loose surfaces

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

Driving on unpaved or dirtyroads leads to increased

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

Parking yourmotorcyclePlacing on side stand

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

that the motorcycle will rest firm-ly on the stand.Always check that the ground

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under the stand is level andfirm.

Switch off the engine.Pull handbrake lever.Hold motorcycle upright andbalanced.Use your left foot to extendside stand fully.

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

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

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

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface

of the ground will determinewhether it is better to turn thehandlebars to the left or right.However, the motorcycle is morestable on a level surface with the

handlebars 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.Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.

On a grade, the motorcycleshould always face uphill;

select 1st gear.

Lock steering lock.

Remove from side standUnlock steering lock.From left, grip handlebars withboth hands.Pull handbrake lever.Swing your right leg over theseat and lift motorcycle to up-right position.Hold motorcycle upright andbalanced.

An extended side stand cancatch on the ground when

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

Sit on motorcycle and use yourleft foot to retract side stand.

Placing on center standIf the ground is soft or un-even, there is no guarantee

that the motorcycle will rest firm-ly on the stand.Always check that the groundunder the stand is level andfirm.

Switch off the engine.Dismount and keep your lefthand on left handlebar grip.Grasp passenger seat handleor rear frame with your righthand.Place right foot on extendedarm of center stand, and press

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stand down until its curved feettouch ground.Place full weight of body oncenter stand while pulling mo-torcycle toward rear.

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.

Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.Lock steering lock.

Pushing off center standUnlock steering lock.Place your left hand on lefthandlebar grip.With your right hand, grip reargrab handle or rear frame.Push the motorcycle forwardoff the center stand.

Make sure that center stand isfully retracted.

RefuelingFuel is highly flammable.Fire at the fuel tank can

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

Fuel expands when ex-posed to heat. When the

tank is overfilled, fuel can escapeand get onto the rear wheel.This results in a danger of falling.Do not fill the tank past the bot-tom edge of the filler neck.

Fuel attacks plastic sur-faces, making them cloudy

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

Fuel can attack the mate-rial of the windshield and

the side wind deflectors, makingthem cloudy or unattractive.Wipe off any fuel that gets ontothe windshield and wind deflec-tors immediately.

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.


Open protective cap.Open the fuel tank cap withthe ignition key by turning itcounterclockwise.

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

Recommended fuel type

95 ROZ/RON (Super unlead-ed)

91 ROZ/RON (Regular un-leaded (fuel type can beused with reduced perfor-mance and consumption))

Usable fuel quantity

5.3 gal (20 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

1.1 gal ( 4 l)Press the fuel tank cap downfirmly to close.Remove key and close protec-tive cap.

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Technology in detail

Brake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABSOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Engine management with BMW Mo-torrad ASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Tire Pressure Control TPCOE . . . . . . . . 90

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABS OE

Partially 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 toblock and driving stability is lost,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 ze-ro. 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.

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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.

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 weath-

er conditions offroad or on theracetrack.

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-up for alonger period of time by en-

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gine brake, e.g. when ridingdownhill offroad.

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

How important is regularmaintenance?

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

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

Reserves for safetyBut remember: the potentiallyshorter braking distances whichBMW Motorrad 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.

Engine managementwith BMW MotorradASC OE

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

What are the designcharacteristics of theBMW Motorrad ASC?The BMW Motorrad ASC is anassistance system for the driv-er and is designed for driving onpublic roads. Especially in at thelimits of driving physics, the driv-er has a considerable influenceon the control options of theASC (shifting weight in curves,loose loads).The offroad mode can be activat-ed when driving offroad. In thismode the controlling interventionby the ASC is carried out later,enabling controlled drifting.The system is not optimized forspecial requirements resultingunder extreme weather condi-tions offroad or on the racetrack.The BMW Motorrad ASC can bedeactivated for these cases.

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Even with ASC, physicallaws cannot be overridden.

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

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

To detect the spinning of therear wheel, the speeds of thefront and rear wheel are com-pared. If implausible values aredetected over a longer period oftime, the ASC function is deac-tivated for safety reasons and anASC fault is indicated. The con-dition for a fault message is thecompleted self-diagnosis.

In the following unusual drivingstates, the BMW Motorrad ASCcan be automatically deactivated.Unusual driving conditions:Driving on the rear wheel(wheely) for a longer period.Rear wheel spinning in placewith front brake pulled (burnout).Heating up on the main or aux-iliary stand at idle or with gearengaged.

The ASC is reactivated byswitching the ignition on andoff and then driving at a speedabove 10 km/h.

With extremely massive-bar tires,an ASC intervention can occurbefore the optimum propulsionis achieved due to the greaterslip involved. In these cases theBMW Motorrad ASC should bedeactivated.

If the front wheel loses contactto the ground during extremeacceleration, the ASC reducesthe engine torque until the frontwheel touches the ground again.In this case, BMW Motorradrecommends turning back thethrottle twist grip somewhat toachieve a stable driving stateagain as quickly as possible.

On a slippery surface, the throttletwist grip should never be sud-denly turned back completelywithout pull the clutch at thesame time. The engine brakingtorque can cause the rear wheelto block, resulting in an unstabledriving state. This case cannotbe controlled by the BWM Mo-torrad ASC.

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Tire Pressure ControlTPC OE

FunctionA sensor is located in each tire,which measures the air temper-ature and the air pressure insidethe tire and sends these valuesto the control unit.The sensors are equipped witha centrifugal controller, whichdoes not enable the transmis-sion of the measured values un-til a speed of approx. 20 mph(30 km/h) is reached. Before ini-tial reception of the tire pressure,-- is shown in the display foreach tire. The sensors continueto transmit the measured valuesfor approx. 15 minutes after themotorcycle comes to a stop.The control unit can manage foursensors, and as a result two setsof wheels with TPC sensors canbe driven. If a TPC control unitis installed, however the wheels

have no sensors, then an errormessage is output.

TemperaturecompensationThe tire pressures are showntemperature-compensated in themultifunction display; they re-fer to a tire air temperature of68 °F (20 °C). As the air-pres-sure testers at filling stationsshow a temperature-dependenttire pressure, they do not matchthe values indicated in the multi-function display in most cases.

Air pressure rangesThe TPC control unit distinguish-es between three air pressureranges matched to the motorcy-cle:Air pressure within the permis-sible tolerance.Air pressure at the limits of thepermissible tolerance.

Air pressure outside the per-missible tolerance.

A warning is also output if thetire pressure drops rapidly withinthe permissible tolerance.

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Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Onboard socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

CaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Luggage rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

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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.

BMW Motorrad cannot ex-amine or test each product

of outside origin to ensure that itcan be used on or in connectionwith BMW motorcycles without

constituting 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.

Onboard socketRatings

When the battery voltage is in-sufficient and the maximum per-missible load is exceeded, theonboard socket 1 and the on-board socket available as an op-tional equipment (OE) are auto-matically switched off.

Operating electricalaccessoriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories only when the ignitionis switched on. The accessoryremains operational if the igni-

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tion is subsequently switched off.Approx. 15 minutes after switch-ing off the ignition and/or duringstarting, the onboard socket isswitched off to take the load offthe motorcycle electrical system.

Cable routingThe cables from the onboardsocket to the auxiliary devicemust be routed in such a waythat they:do not impede the riderdo not restrict or obstruct thesteering angle and handlingcharacteristicscannot be trapped

Improperly routed cablescan impede the rider.

Route the cables as describedabove.

LuggageCorrect loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

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

Mounting a luggage system onyour motorcycle will affect itshandling. When driving with cas-es (OA) and/or Topcase (OA),BMW Motorrad recommends atop speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).Adjust setting of springpreload, damping characteristicand tire pressures to suit totalweight.Make sure that weight is uni-formly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy items at bottomand toward inboard side.

Max. load for left and rightcase (OA) in each case: 22 lbs(10 kg).Load Topcase (OA) with amaximum of 11 lbs (5 kg).

Case OA

Opening case

Turn key 1 in case lock per-pendicular to direction of travel.Hold down locking device 2and fold out carrying handle 3.

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Press ribbing of rocker but-ton 4.With rocker button pressed, liftcase lid.

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

If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

of the case lock is oriented in thedirection of travel, the lock tabcan be damaged.Before folding down the carrying

handle, make sure that the slot ofthe case lock is perpendicular tothe direction of travel.

Fold down carrying handle.Carrying handle audibly en-gages.Turn key in case lock in thedirection of travel and remove.

Adjusting case volumeOpen case.Empty case completely.

To adjust case volume, lockpivot lever 1 in upper or lowerend position.

Pivot lever in upper end posi-tion: small volume.Pivot lever in lower end posi-tion: large volume.

Removing case

Turn key 1 in case lock per-pendicular to direction of travel.Hold down locking device 2and fold out carrying handle 3.

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Open fastening lever 4.

Pull up red release lever 5.Locking flap 6 pops up.Fold locking flap all the wayopen.

A red bar shows in the viewingwindow 7.Remove case from mount byits handle.

Mounting case

Pull up red release lever 1.Locking flap 2 pops up.Fold locking flap all the wayopen.Hook case into the upperbracket by lowering case into itfrom above.Push down locking flap untila black bar shows in viewingwindow 3.

Pivot red release lever 1 downwhile pressing on lockingflap 2.Locking flap clicks into place.

Hook case fasteners 4 intobrackets.

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Make sure case is securelyheld by mushroom-headed fas-tener 5.If case wobbles or does notlock, adjust mushroom-headedfastener to proper height.Fold carrying handle down.Turn key parallel to direction oftravel and remove.

Luggage rackAdditional luggagesupportWith the passenger seatremoved and the cases (OA)mounted, removing the luggagerack provides a large luggagesupport to which various itemscan be lashed.Be sure not to exceed the per-missible total weight of the case.

Removing luggage rackMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Removing passenger seat( 69)

with OA Case:Removing case ( 94)

Remove three screws 1.Remove sleeves and washers.Remove luggage rack 2.Installing the passenger's seat( 70)

Installing luggage rackMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Removing passenger seat( 69)

with OA Case:Removing case ( 94)

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Place luggage rack 2 into posi-tion.Install screws 1 with respectivesleeves and washers.Installing the passenger's seat( 70)

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Maintenance

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

Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

General brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

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

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

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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 mainte-nance and repair work is provid-ed in the Repair Manual for yourmotorcycle on DVD/CD-ROM(RepROM), which you can ob-tain from your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Special tools and a thoroughknowledge of motorcycles arerequired to carry out some of thework described here. If you arein doubt, consult a certified work-

shop, preferably your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

ToolkitStandard toolkit

1 Reversible screwdriverRemoving and installing turnindicator glassesDisconnecting battery terminals

2 Extension for screwdriverbladeAdjusting damping on rearwheel

3 Open-ended wrenchAdjusting mirror arm

4 Hook wrenchAdjust spring preload at front

5 ExtensionInsert with hook wrench

6 Oil cap wrenchOpening and closing the cap ofthe oil filler neck

Onboard-toolkit servicesetYour BMW Motorrad retailer of-fers the onboard-toolkit serviceset for additional work.Information on conducting thiswork is provided in the RepairManual on DVD/CD-ROM, whichis also available from your BMWMotorrad retailer.

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1 Pull-out tool holderHolding of all tools with adapterRemoving and installing sparkplugs

2 1/4" bits5x Torx, e.g. removing and in-stalling rear wheel2x Phillips1x Straight-blade

3 3/8" Allen key, 22 mmRemoving and installing frontaxle

4 FlashlightLED technology

5 Socket wrench3x open-ended wrench, e.g.removing and installing batteryterminals

6 AdapterMounting for 1/4" bits9x12 mm and 3/8" jointedadapter

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 with thetemperature of the oil. The

higher the temperature, the high-er the level of oil in the sump.Checking the oil level with the

engine cold or after a short tripleads to misinterpretations andtherefore to incorrect oil fill quan-tities.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 onits center stand.Wait 5 minutes after switchingoff engine at operating temper-ature.

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Read off oil level from engineoil level display 1.

The warning on insufficientengine oil pressure is no

substitute for the function ofan oil-level indicator. The cor-rect engine oil level can only bechecked at the oil sight glass.

Engine oil level

between MIN and MAXmarking

max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l)(Difference between MINand MAX)

If oil level is below MIN mark:Add engine oil up to specifiedlevel.

If oil level is above MAX mark:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably


Topping up engine oilChecking engine oil level( 101)

Both too little and toomuch engine oil can lead to

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

Wipe area around fill locationclean.Remove cap of engine oil filllocation with onboard toolkit.Add engine oil up to specifiedlevel.Replace engine oil fill locationcap.

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General brake systemBrake safetyA fully functional brake system isa basic requirement for the roadsafety of your motorcycle.Do not ride the motorcycle if youhave any doubts about the de-pendability of the brake system.In this case, have the brake sys-tem checked by a specializedworkshop, preferably by an au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability of

the brakes.Have all work on the brake sys-tem performed by a specializedworkshop, preferably by an au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Checking brake operationPull handbrake lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

Press footbrake lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure points areperceptible:Have the brakes checked by acertified workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Brake padsChecking front brake padthickness

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.


Visually check brake pad thick-ness 1 on left and right. Direc-tion of view: between wheeland fork tube at brake caliper.

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Front brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1 mm) (On-ly friction material withoutcarrier plate)

Wear marking (grooves)must be clearly visible.

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger clearly visible:Have the brake pads replacedby a specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking rear brake padthickness

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.


Visually check brake pad thick-ness 1 from left side.

Rear brake-pad wear limit

0.04 in (1 mm) (Only frictionmaterial without carrier plate)

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Rear brake-pad wear limit

Brake disk must not be vis-ible through bore hole of in-ner brake pad.

If brake disk is visible:Have brake pads replaced by aspecialized workshop, prefer-ably an authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer.

Brake pad wearThe rear brake has a mechanicalbrake-pad wear indicator.

Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2is between the brake pads.How to interpret the marks:Three rings visible: brake-padthickness is at least 75 %Two rings visible: brake-padthickness is at least 50 %One ring visible: brake-padthickness is at least 25 %No rings visible: brake padsworn to wear limit; check asdescribed above

Brake fluidChecking 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.Move handlebars into straight-ahead position.

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

In the event of brake padwear, the brake fluid level in

the brake-fluid reservoir falls.

Front brake fluid level

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-tal)

If brake fluid level drops belowpermissible level:Have the defect corrected assoon as possible by a special-ized workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

Checking rear brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

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

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

Read off brake fluid level atreservoir 1.

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In the event of brake padwear, the brake fluid level in

the brake-fluid reservoir falls.

Rear brake fluid level

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-tal)

If brake fluid level drops belowpermissible level:

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

ClutchChecking clutch operationPull the clutch lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure point can befelt:Have the clutch checked by aspecialized workshop, prefer-ably an authorized BMW Mo-torrad 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.

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Clutch fluid level

The clutch fluid level mustnot drop. (Motorcycle stand-ing upright with handlebarsstraight ahead)

If 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 an

authorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

The clutch system is filledwith a special hydraulic fluid

that does not require changing.

TiresChecking tire tread depth

The handling of your mo-torcycle can already change

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

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Measure tire tread depth inmain tread grooves with wearindicating marks.

Tires have wear indicatorsintegrated into the main

tread grooves. If the tire tread

has 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.

Top speedThe maximum speed spec-ified for the motorcycle may

be higher than the maximumspeed permissible for the tires.Excessively high speeds can leadto tire damage and accidents.Observe the maximum permissi-ble speed for the tires.

With massive-bar tires, the topspeed permissible for the tiremust be observed.Attach maximum permissiblespeed decal in field of view.

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RimsChecking rimsMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Visually inspect rims for de-fects.Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replaced bya specialized workshop, prefer-ably an authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer.

Checking spokes OE

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

If you hear an uneven series ofnotes:Have spokes checked by a cer-tified workshop, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

WheelsRecommended tiresFor every size of tire, BMW Mo-torrad has tested and approvedcertain makes as roadworthy.BMW Motorrad cannot evaluatethe suitability of other tires, andcan therefore take no responsibil-ity for their driving 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.

TPC sticker OE

The TPC sensors can bedamaged by improper tire

mounting.Inform the BMW Motorrad retail-er or the specialized workshopthat the wheel is equipped with aTPC sensor.

On motorcycles equipped withTPC, a corresponding sticker islocated on the wheel rim at theposition of the TPC sensor. Dur-ing a tire change it must be en-sured that the TPC sensor is notdamaged. Inform the BMW Mo-

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torrad retailer or the specializedworkshop of the TPC sensor.

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

Once the calipers havebeen removed, there is

a risk of the brake pads beingpressed together to the extentthat they cannot be slipped backover the brake disk on reassem-bly.Do not operate the handbrake

lever when the brake calipershave been removed.

Remove mounting bolts 1 ofbrake calipers on left and right.

Press brake pads in brakecaliper 2 apart slightly byrocking back and forth A inrelation to brake disks 3.Mask off area of wheel rim thatcould be scratched in processof removing brake calipers.Carefully pull brake calipersback and out until clear ofbrake disks.

with OE BMW Motorrad IntegralABS:When pulling off left brakecaliper, make sure that ABSsensor cable is not damaged.

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( 114)

Remove axle clamping screw 4.Remove quick-release axle 5,holding wheel as you do so.

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BMW Motorrad offers anadapter for removing the

quick-release axle. This adaptercan be combined with a com-mercially available 22 mm open-end or ring wrench. The adapterwith the BMW special tool num-ber 36 3 691 can be obtainedfrom your authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer.

Place the front wheel in thefront wheel guide on theground.Roll front wheel forward to re-move.

Remove spacer bushing 6 fromfront wheel hub.

Installing front wheelABS malfunctions due toincorrect speed signals.

There are differently segment-ed sensor wheels which may notbe interchanged. Only install thecorrect sensor wheel for the cor-responding construction status.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

torques 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.

Insert spacer bushing 6 intowheel hub.Roll front wheel into frontwheel guide.

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with OE BMW Motorrad IntegralABS:

During the following work,parts of the front brake, in

particular of the BMW MotorradIntegral ABS, can be damaged.Take care not to damage thebrake system, in particular theABS sensor with cable and theABS sensor ring.

The ABS sensor can bedamaged when rolling out

the front wheel.Watch the ABS sensor whenrolling out the front wheel.

Roll front wheel into frontwheel guide.

Raise front wheel, install quick-release axle 5 and tighten toappropriate torque.

Quick-release axle in axlemount

37 lb/ft (50 Nm)Tighten axle clamping screw 4with appropriate torque.

Clamping screw of quick-release axle

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)Remove front wheel stand.Ease brake calipers onto brakedisks.

with OE BMW Motorrad IntegralABS:

The cable of the ABS sen-sor could chafe through if

it comes into contact with thebrake disk.Make sure that ABS sensor cableis routed correctly.

Route ABS sensor cable 7 asshown in picture.Make sure that ABS sensorcable is clipped into holder 8.

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Install securing screws 1 onleft and right and tighten toappropriate torque.

Brake caliper on slidertube

22 lb/ft (30 Nm)Remove adhesive tape fromwheel rim.

Braking efficiency is im-paired if the brake pads are

not correctly bedded against thedisks.Before driving off, check that thebraking effect kicks in withoutany delay.

Operate brakes several timesuntil brake pads contact brakedisk.

Removing rear wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.Shift into first gear.

Remove mounting bolts 1 ofrear wheel, holding wheel asyou do so.Roll rear wheel out toward rear.

Installing rear wheelRoll rear wheel onto rear wheelsupport.Place rear wheel on rear wheelsupport.

The wheel studs for thecross-spoked wheel (op-

tional extra) and the cast alu-minum wheel differ in length.Mixing up sets of studs or usingthe wrong studs would mean thatthe rear wheel would not be cor-rectly secured and this, in turn,could result in an accident.Use only wheel studs with thesame permitted length code

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numbers. Do not oil/greasewheel studs.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

Mount wheel bolts 1 and tight-en diagonally with specifiedtorque.

Rear wheel on wheel car-rier

Tightening sequence: Tight-en diagonally

44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

with OE Cross-spoke wheels:

Tightening sequence: Tight-en diagonally

44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

Front wheel standUseA front-wheel stand for simple,safe changing of the front wheelis available from BMW Motor-rad. This front wheel stand isavailable at your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

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

Mounting front wheelstandMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

Loosen adjusting screws 1.Push two mounts 2 far enoughapart that front forks fit be-tween 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.

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Align two mounts 2 so thatfront forks rest securely onthem.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.

LampsGeneral instructionsA warning appears in the multi-function display if a bulb is de-fective. If the brake or rear lightfails, the symbol is accompaniedby the 'General' warning light,which lights up yellow. If the rearlight fails the second filament ofthe brake light shines at reducedbrightness to double as a rearlight. Even though you have thissubstitute rear light, the indica-tors in the display tell you that abulb defect has occurred.



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The bulb is pressurized andcan cause injury if dam-

aged.Wear eye and hand protectionwhen replacing bulbs.

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 low-beam/high-beam bulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.


Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.Turn handlebars to left.

For high-beam light, removecover 1 by turning counter-clockwise.For low-beam light, removecover 2 by turning counter-clockwise.

Disconnect plug 3.

Detach top and bottom ofspring clip 4 from catch andfold to side.

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Remove bulb 5.Replace defective bulb.

Low-beam headlight bulb

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

High-beam headlightbulb

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Insert tab 7 of bulb 5 intoguide 6.

Insert spring clip 4 into catch.

Insert plug 3.

For high-beam headlight, installcover 1 by turning clockwise.Make sure the word TOP ispointing up.For low-beam headlight, installcover 2 by turning clockwise.

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Make sure the word TOP ispointing up.

Replacing parking lightbulb


in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Make sure that the motorcycle issteady on its stand.

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

Remove bulb holder 1 fromheadlight housing.Remove bulb from bulb socket.Replace defective bulb.

Side-light bulb

W5W / 12 V / 5 WInsert bulb into bulb socket.

Insert bulb holder 1 into head-light housing.

Replacing brake and taillight bulb



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

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Remove screws 1.Pull lamp housing 2 towardrear from retaining brackets.

Press bulb 3 into its socketand turn it counterclockwise toremove.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulb of tail/brake light

P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W

Press bulb 3 into the fittingand install turning clockwise.

The bulb cannot only beinserted in the socket in

one direction.

Insert lamp housing 2 into re-taining brackets.Install screws 1.

Replacing front and rearturn indicator bulbs




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Remove screw 1.

Pull glass on screw connectionside out of mirror housing.

Remove bulb 2 fromlight housing by turning itcounterclockwise.Replace defective bulb.

Bulb of front turn indica-tors

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with OE White turn indicators:

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulb of rear turn indica-tors

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with OE White turn indicators:

Bulb of rear turn indica-tors

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Install bulb 2 by turning clock-wise in light housing.

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Insert glass on motorcycle inlamp housing and close.

Install screw 1.

Air filterRemoving air filterMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Removing driver's seat ( 69)

Take off side trim piece 1.

Open quick-release fasten-ers 2.Open quick-release fastener 3from inside by turning and re-moving from bracket.Pull front side panel 4 out ofbracket and remove.

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Remove three mountingscrews 5.Remove tank cover 6.

Slide out both retaining brack-ets 1 by pressing on their rearends.

Remove intake snorkel 2.

Pull out bottom end of air fil-ter 3.

Installing air filter

Insert top of air filter 3 into airfilter housing.Press bottom of air filter intoair filter housing, making surenot to bend its layers in theprocess.

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Place intake snorkel 2 againstair filter housing.Slide retaining brackets 1 intoholder until they audibly clickinto place.

Make sure that the throttlevalve cable is seated in the

guide 4 of the intake manifoldand the throttle valve is restingagainst the stop.

Insert tank cover 6.Install mounting screws 5.

Press front of side panel 4 intobracket.Close quick-release fasten-ers 2.Orient quick-release fastener 3horizontally and press into sidepanel 4.The quick-release fastenerclicks audibly into place.

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Insert side trim piece into sock-et 1Installing driver's seat ( 70)

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 accidental-ly brought into contact with themotorcycle.Use only jump leads fitted withfully insulated crocodile clips atboth ends.

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

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


in the course of the operationsdescribed below.


Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Removing driver's seat ( 69)When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the onboard electrical sys-tem.Remove protective cap frompositive battery terminal.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.

As an alternative to thenegative battery terminal,

the spring strut bolt can also beused.

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Run engine of donor vehicleduring jump-starting.Start the engine of the vehi-cle with the discharged batteryin the usual way; if the enginedoes not start, wait a few min-utes before repeating the at-tempt in order to protect thestarter motor and the 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.Place protective cover backonto positive battery terminal.

To start the engine, do notuse start sprays or similar

items.

Installing driver's seat ( 70)

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 periods when the motor-cycle is not being used, of morethan four weeks, disconnect thebattery from the motorcycle orconnect a trickle charger to thebattery.

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

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

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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 fail tolight up, the battery is complete-ly flat. 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 in

damage 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 the operating in-structions of the charger.

If you are unable tocharge the battery via

the onboard socket, you maybe using a charger that isnot compatible with yourmotorcycle's electronics. In thiscase, please charge the battery

directly at the terminals of thedisconnected battery.

Charging disconnectedbatteryCharge battery using a suitablecharger.Comply with the operating in-structions of the 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 theinstructions for caring for yourbattery. Always fully rechargethe battery before returning it touse.

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Removing batteryIf it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple


Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.Removing driver's seat ( 69)Remove bracket according tooperating instructions.

An incorrect disconnectionsequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Remove battery ground wire 1first.Fold open protective cover 2for positive battery terminal.Then remove positive batterycable 3.Remove screw 4 from batteryretaining strap.Unhook retaining strap and re-move.

Lift battery up and out, usingtilting movements if it is difficultto move.

Installing batteryPlace battery in battery com-partment with positive terminalon right in direction of travel.Hook battery retaining strapunderneath and slide over bat-tery.

Install battery retaining strapscrew 4.

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An incorrect installation se-quence increases the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the proper se-quence.Never install the battery withoutthe protective cap.

First install positive battery ca-ble 3.Slide protective cover 2 forpositive battery terminal intoplace.Attach negative battery ca-ble 1.Install bracket according to op-erating instructions.Switch on ignition.

If the motorcycle was dis-connected from the bat-

tery for a longer time, the currentdate must be entered in the in-strument cluster to ensure theproper operation of the servicedisplay.Consult a certified workshop,

preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer, for setting ofthe date.

Fully open throttle once ortwice.Engine control unit detectsthrottle valve control.Installing driver's seat ( 70)Setting clock ( 48)

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Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 130

Cleaning sensitive motorcycleparts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Storing motorcycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 132

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Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use cleaning and careproducts available at your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.BMW Care Products have beenmaterials tested, laboratory test-ed, and field tested and provideoptimum care and protection forthe materials used in your motor-cycle.

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 brakes aredry or braked until dry.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Only use cold water to removeroad salt.

The high pressure of steamcleaners can damage seals,

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

Cleaning sensitivemotorcycle partsPlasticsClean plastic parts with waterand BMW plastic care emulsion.This includes in particular:Windshields and wind deflec-torsHeadlight lens made of plasticCovering glass of the instru-ment cluster

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Black, unpainted parts

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaning

agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain alcohol, solvents or abra-sives to clean plastic parts.'Fly sponges' or sponges withhard surfaces can also lead toscratches.

Soften stubborn dirt anddead insects by covering

the affected areas with a wetcloth.

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

Fuel and chemical solventsattack the windshield ma-

terial; the windshield becomescloudy or dull.Do not use cleaning agents.

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 or oth-er 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 with

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cleaning naphtha or spirit on aclean cloth or cotton ball. BMWMotorrad recommends remov-ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-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.Remove the battery.Spray the brake and clutchlever, and the main and sidestand pivots with a suitable lu-bricant.

Coat bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g. Vaseline).Park the motorcycle in a dryroom so that both wheels areunloaded. Appropriate auxil-iary stands are available at yourauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

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

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Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

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

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15010133

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

Possible cause Remedy

Emergency ON/OFF switch activated Emergency ON/OFF switch in operating position

Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. ( 76)

Gear engaged and clutch not operated Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 76)

Clutch pulled when ignition was OFF Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever

No fuel in tank Refueling ( 83)

Battery not adequately charged Charging connected battery ( 126)

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Brake caliper on slider tube

M8 x 32 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Clamping screw of quick-releaseaxle

M8 x 35 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Quick-release axle in axle mount

M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)

Rear wheel Value Valid

Rear wheel on wheel carrier

Wheel flange with bushing or cutthread, M10 x 40 x 1.25

Tighten diagonally

44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

Wheel flange with bushing or cutthread, M10 x 53 x 1.25

Tighten diagonally with OECross-spokewheels:44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

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Mirror arm Value Valid

Mirror on clamping piece

M10 18 lb/ft (25 Nm)

Clamping piece on clampingblock

M10 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

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Engine

Engine design four-stroke opposed twin, air-cooled with oil-cooled exhaust ports, installed longitudinally,two overhead camshafts, electronic enginemanagement

Displacement 1170 cc (1170 cm3)

Cylinder bore 4 in (101 mm)

Piston stroke 2.9 in (73 mm)

Compression ratio 11.0:1

Rated output 101 hp (74 kW), At: 7000 min-1

with OE Power reduction: 98 hp (72 kW), At: 7000 min-1

Torque 85 lb/ft (115 Nm), At: 5500 min-1

Permissible maximum engine speed 7800 min-1

Idle speed 1150±50 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel type 95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded91 ROZ/RON, Regular unleaded (fuel type can beused with reduced performance and consumption)

Usable fuel quantity 5.3 gal (20 l)

Reserve fuel quantity 1.1 gal ( 4 l)

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity max 1.1 gal (max 4 l), with filter change

Lubricant Engine oil 20W-50

Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l), Difference betweenMIN and MAX

Oil grades Engine oils of the API classification SF or better.Engine oils of the ACEA classification A2 or bet-ter. BMW Motorrad recommends not using syn-thetic oils for the first 6,000 miles (10,000 km).Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engine oilssuitable for your motorcycle.

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Permissible viscosity classes

SAE 5 W- 30 -4...68 °F (-20...20 °C), Operation at low tempera-tures

SAE 10 W-40 14...86 °F (-10...30 °C), Operation at moderatetemperatures

SAE 15 W- 40 32 °F ( 0 °C)

SAE 20 W- 40 32 °F ( 0 °C)

SAE 5 W- 50 -4 °F ( -20 °C), High-quality and synthetic oil foroperation at all temperatures

SAE 10 W- 50 -4 °F ( -20 °C), High-quality and synthetic oil foroperation at all temperatures

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Clutch

Clutch design Single-plate dry clutch

Transmission

Transmission design Helical 6-speed transmission with integrated tor-sional vibration damper, claw shifting via slidingsleeves

Gear ratios

Transmission gear ratios 1.824 (31:17 teeth), Primary gear ratio2.277 (41:18 teeth), 1st gear1.583 (38:24 teeth), 2nd gear1.259 (34:27 teeth), 3rd gear1.033 (31:30 teeth), 4th gear0.903 (28:31 teeth), 5th gear0.805 (29:36 teeth), 6th gear

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Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears

Type of rear suspension BMW EVO lever

Gear ratio of final drive 2.82:1

Running gear

Type of front suspension BMW Telelever, upper fork bridge tilt decoupled,leading link mounted in engine and on telescopicfork, centrally positioned spring strut supported onleading link and main frame

Spring travel, front 7.5 in (190 mm), On wheel

Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with single-tube gas-filledshock absorber, steplessly adjustable rebound-stage damping and hydraulically adjustable springpreload

Spring travel, rear 7.9 in (200 mm), On wheel

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Brakes

Front-wheel brake design hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 4-pis-ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs

Front brake-pad material Sintered metal

Rear-wheel brake design Hydraulic disk brake with 2-piston floating caliperand fixed brake disk

Rear brake lining material Organic

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Wheels and tires

Tire combinations recommended at time of goingto press (As at: 12.04.2007)

front: Bridgestone Trail Wing TW 101 L, 110/80 R19 M/C (59V) TLrear: Bridgestone Trail Wing TW 152 L, 150/70 R17 M/C (69V) TL

front: Bridgestone Battle Wing BW 501 R, 110/80 R19 M/C (59V) TLrear: Bridgestone Battle Wing BW 502 R, 150/70 R17 M/C (69V) TL

front: Continental TKC 80, 110/80 B19 (59Q) TLM+Srear: Continental TKC 80, 150/70 B17 (69Q) TLM+Smax 99 mph (max 160 km/h)The permissible top speed must be specified ina conspicuous location in the driver's field of view(e.g. with a sticker).

front: Dunlop Trailmax D 607 F, 110/80 R19 M/C(59V) TLrear: Dunlop Trailmax D 607 G, 150/70 R17 M/C(69V) TL

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front: Metzeler MCE Karoo 2 Front, 110/80 R19M/C (59R) M+Srear: Metzeler MCE Karoo, 150/70 R17 M/C(69R) M+Smax 106 mph (max 170 km/h)The permissible top speed must be specified ina conspicuous location in the driver's field of view(e.g. with a sticker).

front: Metzeler Tourance Front, 110/80 R19 M/C(59V) TLrear: Metzeler Tourance, 150/70 R17 M/C (69V)TL

front: Michelin Anakee, 110/80 R19 M/C (59V) TLrear: Michelin Anakee, 150/70 R17 M/C (69V) TL

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 wheel with 5 double spokes, MT H2

with OE Cross-spoke wheels: Cross-spoke wheel with 40 spokes, MT H2

Front-wheel rim size 2.50" x 19"

Front tire designation 110/80 R 19 M/C 59 V TL

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Rear wheel

Rear wheel design Cast wheel with 5 double spokes, MT H2

with OE Cross-spoke wheels: Cross-spoke wheel with 40 spokes, MT H2

Rear-wheel rim size 4.00" x 17"

Rear tire designation 150/70 R 17 M/C 69 V TL

Tire pressures

Front tire pressure 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), Single rider, with cold tire36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, with cold tire

Rear tire pressure 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider, with cold tire42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, with cold tire

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Electrical system

Capacity of onboard socket 5 A

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

Battery

Battery designation EXT 14 BS

Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Matt) battery

Battery voltage 12 V

Battery capacity 14 Ah

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Spark plugs

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation Bosch YR5LDE

NGK DCPR 8 EKC

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.03±0.01 in (0.8±0.1 mm), Newmax 0.04 in (max 1 mm), Wear limit

Secondary spark plugs, manufacturer and desig-nation

Bosch YR5LDE

NGK DCPR 8 EKC

Electrode gap of secondary spark plug 0.03±0.01 in (0.8±0.1 mm), Newmax 0.04 in (max 1 mm), Wear limit

Bulbs

High-beam headlight bulb H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Low-beam headlight bulb H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Side-light bulb W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb of tail/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W

Bulb of front turn indicators R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulb of rear turn indicators R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with OE White turn indicators: RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

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Frame

Frame design Two-part steel tube frame and load-bearing driveunit

Location of type plate Left side under side cover

Location of vehicle identification number Front frame, upper center

Dimensions

Motorcycle length 87 in (2210 mm)

Motorcycle height 54.3 in (1380 mm), In DIN normal-load position;without mirrors, windshield down

Motorcycle width 36 in (915 mm), Across mirrors

Driver's seat height 33.1...33.9 in (840...860 mm), at unladen weight

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Weights

Unladen weight 496 lbs (225 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready forroad, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE

Permissible gross weight 937 lbs (425 kg)

959 lbs (435 kg), With Certification No. E1*2002/24*0199* - "increased gross weight limit"

959 lbs (435 kg)

Maximum payload 441 lbs (200 kg)

463 lbs (210 kg), With Certification No. E1*2002/24*0199* - "increased gross weight limit"

463 lbs (210 kg)

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Riding specifications

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Service

BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

BMW Motorrad Service Quality . . . . 152

BMW Motorrad Service Card - On-the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 152

BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

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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, evidence of regular mainte-nance 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 ServiceCard - On-the-spotbreakdown assistanceWith all new BMW motorcy-cles, the BMW Motorrad ServiceCard protects 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, Ameri-ca, 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 between300 miles (500 km) and 750miles (1,200 km).

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 600 miles (1,000 km)before the entered values.

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Confirmation of maintenance work

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BMW Running-inCheckConducted

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Odometer reading

Next serviceat the latest

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Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as proof of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installed optional acces-sories and any special campaign (recall) work carried out.

Work carried out Odometerreading

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS, 16Self-diagnosis, 77Switching off, 59Switching on, 60Warning indicator, 34

AccessoriesGeneral instructions, 92

Air filterInstalling, 122Removing, 121

Anti-theft alarmWarning for flat battery, 43Warning for weak battery, 43

ASCSelf-diagnosis, 78Switch over, 60, 61Switching off, 60, 61Switching on, 60, 61Warning indicator, 36

BBatteryCharging connected bat-tery, 126Charging disconnectedbattery, 126Installing, 15, 127Maintenance instructions, 125Removing, 15Warning for battery chargecurrent, 28

BMW Motorrad Service, 152BMW Motorrad ServiceCard, 152

Brake fluidCheck level, 105Front fluid level, 13Rear fluid level, 13

Brake padsCheck, 103Running in, 79

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever, 63Checking operation, 103Technical data, 142

CCaseAdjusting, 94Closing, 94Mounting, 95Opening, 93Removing, 94

Checklist, 75ClockAdjusting, 48

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 63Check level, 11, 107Technical data, 140

Commissioning, 132Confirmation of maintenancework, 154

Currentness of this manual, 7

DDampingAdjusting, 11, 66

Driver's seatBrackets, 15

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EElectrical systemTechnical data, 146

Emergency ON/OFF switch, 17,58

EngineStarting, 76Technical data, 137Warning for engine electron-ics, 27

Engine oilCheck level, 11, 101Temperature display, 22Topping up, 11, 102Warning for engine oil level, 31Warning for engine oilpressure, 27

Equipment, 7EWS, 47Warning indicator, 27

FFrameTechnical data, 148

Front wheel stand, 114

FuelQuantity indicator, 22Refueling, 83Warning for fuel down toreserve, 27

Fuel tank, 13Fuses, 146

GGear indicator, 22

HHandlebar fittingsGeneral view, left, 16General view, right, 17

Hazard warning flashers, 16, 17Switching off, 58Switching on, 57

HeadlightAdjusting, 11Adjusting for RHD/LHDtraffic, 68Headlight range, 68, 69

Headlight flasher, 16Heated hand grips, 17, 59

Helmet holder, 71High-beam headlight, 16Horn, 16

IIgnitionSwitching off, 46Switching on, 46

Immobilizer, 47Warning indicator, 27

Indicator lights, 18Instrument clusterOverview, 18Sensor for instrumentlighting, 18

JJump-starting, 124

KKeys, 46, 48

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LLampsGeneral instructions, 115Replacing brake and tail lightbulb, 118Replacing high-beam bulb, 116Replacing low-beam bulb, 116Replacing parking lightbulb, 118Replacing turn indicatorbulbs, 119Technical data, 147Warning for bulb failure, 28, 29

Lifting onto stand, 81LightsHeadlight flasher, 56High-beam headlight, 56Low-beam headlight, 55Parking light, 56Parking lights, 55

LuggageCorrect loading, 93

Luggage rackInstalling, 96Removing, 96

MMaintenance, 153General instructions, 100

MirrorsAdjusting, 64

MotorcycleGeneral view, left, 11General view, right, 13Returning to use, 132Storing, 132Switching off, 81

Multifunction displayAnti-theft alarm, 18Overview, 22

OOdometer and tripmetersResetting, 50Selecting readings, 49

Offroad riding, 79Onboard computerAmbient temperature, 52Average consumption, 53Average speed, 52Oil level indicator, 54

Range, 53Resetting average consump-tion, 53Resetting average speed, 53Selecting readings, 51

Onboard socket, 11Overview of warning indica-tors, 26, 30, 33, 35, 38,42

PPre-ride check, 77

RRear-wheel driveTechnical data, 141

Refueling, 83Removing from stand, 81ReserveWarning indicator, 27

Residual range, 51Running gearTechnical data, 141

Running in, 79

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SSafety instructions, 74SeatAdjusting seat height, 62Installing driver's seat, 70Installing the passenger'sseat, 70Lock, 11Overview, 15Removing driver's seat, 69Removing passenger seat, 69

Service, 152Shown in display, 23

Service Card, 152Side standFor starting, 76

Spark plugsTechnical data, 147

Speedometer, 18Spring preloadAdjusting, 13, 65

Starter, 17Steering lockLocking, 47

Storing, 132

TTachometer, 18Technical dataBrakes, 142Bulbs, 147Clutch, 140Electrical system, 146Engine, 137Frame, 148Rear-wheel drive, 141Running gear, 141Spark plugs, 147Standards, 7Tire pressures, 4, 145Transmission, 140Wheels and tires, 143

Tire Pressure Control TPCStatus indicators, 55Sticker on wheel rim, 109Warning indicator, 36, 39, 40

TiresChecking air pressure, 67Inflation pressures, 4, 145Recommended tires, 109Running in, 79

Technical data, 143Top speed, 108

Toolkit, 15Service set, 100Standard equipment, 100

Torques, 135TransmissionFor starting, 76Technical data, 140

Troubleshooting chart, 134Turn indicatorsLeft, 16Right, 17Switching off, 17, 57Switching on left, 56Switching on right, 57

Type plate, 11

WWarning indicatorsDisplay, 24

Warning lamps, 18Wheels, 113Checking rims, 109Installing front wheel, 111

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Installing rear wheel, 113Removing front wheel, 110Removing rear wheel, 113Technical data, 143

WindshieldAdjusting, 11, 62

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Reporting Safety Defects

If you believe that your

vehicle has a defect

which could cause a

crash or could cause

injury or death, you

should immediately

inform the National

Highway Traffic Safety

Administration (NHTSA)

in addition to notifying

BMW of North America,

LLC.

If NHTSA receives simi-

lar complaints, it may

open an investigation,

and if it finds that a

safety defect exists in a

group of vehicles, it may

order a recall and

remedy campaign.

However, NHTSA can-

not become involved in

individual problems

between you, your

dealer, or BMW of

North America, LCC.

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:

Administrator, NHTSA,

400 Seventh Street, SW.,

Washington, DC 20590.

You can also obtain other

information about motor

vehicle safety from

http://www.safercar.gov.

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.

© 2007 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.

FuelRecommended fuel type 95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded

91 ROZ/RON, Regular unlead-ed (fuel type can be used withreduced performance and con-sumption)

Usable fuel quantity 5.3 gal (20 l)

Reserve fuel quantity 1.1 gal ( 4 l)

Tire pressuresFront tire pressure 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), Single rider,

with cold tire36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Driver with pas-senger and/or load, with cold tire

Rear tire pressure 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider,with cold tire42.1 psi (2.9 bar), Driver with pas-senger and/or load, with cold tire

BMW recommends

Order No.: 01 47 7 706 72706.2007, 5th Edition

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Subject: Motorcycles with hand protectorsMalfunctions due to twisted hand protectorIf the hand protector and the handlebar lever are twisted rela-tive to each other so that they touch, a permanent actuation of the respective handlebar lever can result. This can lead to faults in clutch or brake operation.Possible causes include:– Accident or fall– Improper transport– Loose threaded connections– Impermissible ergonomic set-

tings (see Rider's Manual "Adjusting clutch//handlebar lever" or "Adjusting brake/han-dlebar lever")

• Always check the smooth movement of the clutch and brake lever before driving off.

Checking smooth move-ment of handlebar levers

Smooth movement is ensured when– a finger fits between the han-

dlebar lever and the hand pro-tector

or– the handlebar lever can easily

be moved forward out of the rest position.

Aligning hand protector

• Press the handlebar lever for-ward. Twist the hand protector so that the end of the handle-bar lever touches the cross on the adhesive label.

• Have adjustments and torques checked by a specialized work-shop, preferably by an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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BMW Motorrad Order No: 01 49 7 714 317 04/2008

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