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BMW Motorrad

Rider's Manual (US Model)F 650 GS

The UltimateRiding Machine

Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle data

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Vehicle Identification Number

Color number

First registration

Registration number

Retailer Data

Contact in Service

Ms./Mr.

Phone number

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

Welcome to BMW

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

is always happy to provide adviceand assistance.

We wish you many miles of safeand enjoyable riding

BMW Motorrad.

Table of Contents

You can also use the index at theend of this Rider's Manual to finda specific topic.

1 General instructions . . . . 5Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations andsymbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Currentness of this man-ual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . 13Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Under fairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . 16Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . 17Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 21Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 22Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 23Fuel capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Warning and indicatorlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Kilometers driven afterreaching the reservequantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 26Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 26Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . 26

4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Ignition switch and steeringlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Electronic immobilizerEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Stopwatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 44Emergency ON/OFFswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 45BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 46

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Locking helmet on motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 56Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Offroad riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Parking your motorcycle . . . . 64Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Securing motorcycle fortransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

6 Technology indetail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Brake system with BMWMotorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73General instructions . . . . . . . . . 74Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 83General instructions . . . . . . . . . 84Onboard toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Rims and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 100Lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Fairings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Washing your motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Cleaning sensitive motorcy-cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Protective wax coating . . . . 118Storing motorcycle . . . . . . . . 118Returning motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

10 Technical data . . . . . . 119Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 120Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 121Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 126Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 128Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 129Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Riding specifications . . . . . . 133

11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Reporting safetydefects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136BMW Motorrad Service . . . 137BMW Motorrad ServiceQuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137BMW Motorrad MobilityServices - onsite break-down service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 138Confirmation of mainte-nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Confirmation of service . . . . 144

12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

General instructions

General instructions

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

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

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

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

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

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Man-ual will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work car-ried out on your motorcycle willbe documented in Chapter 11.Proof of the maintenance workperformed is a prerequisite forgenerous treatment of claims.When the time comes to sellyour BMW, please rememberto hand over this Rider's Man-ual; it is an important part of themotorcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings thatyou must comply with for

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

Special information on op-erating and inspecting your

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

Indicates the end of anitem of information.

Instruction.

Result of an activity.

Reference to a page withmore detailed informa-tion.

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

Tightening torque.

Technical data.

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

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

EWS Electronic immobilizer.

DWA Anti-theft alarm.

ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.

TPC/RDC

Tire Pressure Control(TPC).

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

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

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

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Overviews

Overviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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General view, left side1 Onboard socket ( 74)2 Seat lock ( 52)3 Engine oil fill location and

oil dipstick ( 85)

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General view, right side1 Fuel filler opening ( 64)2 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 89)3 Vehicle Identification

Number, type plate (onsteering-head bearing)

4 Brake-fluid reservoir, front( 88)

5 Coolant level indicator (be-hind side panel) ( 90)

6 Adjusting spring preload( 49)

7 Adjusting damping ( 50)

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Underneath seat1 Storage space

with first-aid kit OA

Storing first-aid kit2 Standard tool kit ( 84)3 Payload table4 Tire inflation pressure table5 Helmet holder ( 53)6 Rider's Manual (US Model)7 Tools for adjusting spring

preload ( 49)

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Under fairing1 Battery ( 111)2 Air filter housing ( 109)

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Left handlebar fitting1 Select display in extended

area ( 40)2 with BMW Motorrad

ABS OE

ABS operation ( 46)3 Horn4 Flashing turn indicators,

left ( 43)Hazard warning flashers( 44)

5 High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher ( 43)

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Handlebar fitting, right1 Emergency ON/OFF

switch ( 45)2 Starter button ( 59)3 with heated handlebar

grips OE

Heated hand grip operation( 45)

4 Flashing turn indicators,right ( 43)Hazard warning flashers( 44)

5 Turn indicators off ( 43)Hazard warning flashers off( 44)

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Instrument cluster1 Warning and indicator

lights ( 24)2 Speedometer3 Setting clock ( 39).

with onboardcomputerOE

Operation of stopwatch( 41)

4 Multifunction display( 22)

5 Selecting readings ( 40).Resetting tripmeter( 41).

6 Ambient brightness sensor(for brightness adjustmentof instrument lighting)

with anti-theft alarm OE

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

with onboardcomputerOE

Engine speed warning( 61)

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7 Tachometer

The instrument-clusterlighting has automatic day

and night switchover.

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Status indicators

Status indicators

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

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

Fuel capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Warning and indicator lights. . . . . . . . . 24

Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Kilometers driven after reaching thereserve quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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

Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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

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Multifunction display1 Trip meter ( 40)2 Warning for engine elec-

tronics ( 31)3 with onboard

computerOE

Stopwatch ( 41)4 Time ( 39)5 with Tire Pressure Con-

trol (TPC/RDC)OE

Tire inflation pressures( 26)

6 Coolant-temperature warn-ing indicator ( 30)

7 Service is due ( 25)8 Value area ( 40)9 with onboard

computerOE

Symbols for illustrating dis-played value ( 23)

10 – With onboard computer(OE)The horizontal barsindicate the level of thecoolant temperature.

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11 – With onboard computer(OE)Gear indicator, "N" isshown at idle

12 with onboardcomputerOE

Fuel capacity ( 23)13 – With onboard computer

(OE)Value area ( 40)

14 A warning is shown in thevalue area ( 26)

Meaning of symbolswith onboard computerOE

Distance driven after reach-ing reserve quantity in mls

( 25)

Average consumption inmpg

Average speed in mph

Current consumption inmpg

Ambient temperature in °F( 26)

Fuel capacitywith onboard computerOE

The horizontal bars over thefilling station symbol indi-

cate the remaining fuel quantity.The top cross bar is shown en-larged and is equal to a consid-

erably higher fuel level than theother cross bars.When the fuel in the tank istopped up the gauge brieflyshows the original level, beforethe reading is updated.

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Warning and indicatorlights1 Oil-pressure warning light

( 31)2 with BMW Motorrad

ABS OE

ABS warning light ( 32)3 Fuel-reserve warning light

( 30)4 General warning light, in

conjunction with warn-ing indicators in display( 26)

5 High-beam headlight indi-cator light

6 Indicator light for right turnindicator

7 Neutral indicator light8 Indicator light for left turn

indicator

The ABS symbol can beshown differently depend-

ing on the country.

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Service display

If the time remaining until thenext service lies within a month,the service date 1 is briefly dis-played following the pre-ridecheck. The month and year areshown with two and four dig-its respectively separated by acolon. In this example the displaymeans "March 2011".

If the motorcycle is driven longdistances annually, it is possiblethat earlier service is required. Ifthe odometer reading for the ear-lier service lies within 621 miles(1000 km), the remaining miles(kilometers) 2 are counted downin 62-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 displayappears more than a month

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

Kilometers driven afterreaching the reservequantity

with onboard computerOE

After the fuel reserve quan-tity is reached, the num-

ber of kilometers driven sincethat time are displayed. Thisodometer is reset if the total fill-ing quantity which results duringrefueling is greater than the re-serve quantity.

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Ambient temperaturewith onboard computerOE

When the motorcycle isstopped, the engine heat

can falsify the measurementof the ambient temperature. Ifthe influence of the engine heatbecomes too great, -- is tem-porarily shown in the display.If the ambient temperature dropsbelow 37 °F (3 °C), the tempera-ture display flashes as a warningof possible icing-up. The displayautomatically switches from anyother mode to the temperaturereading when the temperaturedrops below this threshold forthe first time.

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

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

If the warning triangle 3 isalso shown, a warning dis-

play is concerned. Critical infla-tion pressure flashes.If the critical value is at the limitof the permissible tolerance, thegeneral warning light also lightsup in yellow. If the determinedtire inflation pressure is outsidethe permissible tolerance, thegeneral warning light flashes inred.

Additional information on BMWMotorrad TPC/RDC is providedfrom page ( 70) .

Warning indicatorsDisplayWarnings are displayed with thecorresponding warning light.

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Warnings for which no separatewarning light is available, are in-dicated with the 'General' warn-ing light 1 in conjunction with awarning or a warning symbol inthe multifunction display. The'General' warning light shows redor yellow, depending on the ur-gency of the warning.

If the display in the value area 2shows a warning, then this issymbolized with the warning tri-angle 3. These warnings can bedisplayed in alternation with theodometers ( 40).

The general warning light isshown in accordance with themost urgent warning.

The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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Overview of warning indicatorsWarning light Displays Meaning

Lights up yellow + "EWS" is indi-cated

Electronic immobilizer is active ( 30)

Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 30)

Lights up red Flashes Coolant temperature too high ( 30)

Lights up yellow appears on the dis-play

Engine in emergency-operation mode( 31)

Flashes Engine oil pressure insufficient ( 31)

Lights up yellow + "LAMP" is indi-cated

Bulb defective ( 31)

"x.x °F" flashes Ice warning ( 32)

Lights up yellow + "dWA" is indi-cated

Anti-theft alarm battery drained ( 32)

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Warning light Displays Meaning

Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed( 32)

Lights up ABS deactivated ( 33)

Lights up ABS error ( 33)

Lights up yellow + "x.x" flashes Tire inflation pressure in limit area ofpermissible tolerance ( 33)

Flashes red + "x.x" flashes Tire inflation pressure outside permissi-ble tolerance ( 34)

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

Transmission error ( 34)

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

Sensor defective or system fault ( 35)

Lights up yellow + "RdC" is indi-cated.

Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensorweak ( 35)

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Electronic immobilizer isactive

General warning light showsyellow.

+ "EWS" is indicated.

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

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

Fuel down to reserveFuel-reserve warning lightlights up.

A fuel shortage can lead tomisfiring and to the engine

dying unexpectedly. Misfiring can

damage the catalytic converter,and the engine dying unexpectedcan lead to accidents.Do not drive until the fuel tank iscompletely empty.

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

Reserve fuel quantity

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

Refueling ( 64).

Coolant temperature toohigh

General warning light showsred.

The temperature symbolflashes.

Continued driving with anoverheated engine can re-

sult in engine damage.

Be sure to observe the measureslisted below.

Possible cause:Coolant level is too low.

Checking coolant level ( 90).If coolant level is too low:

Topping up coolant ( 91).

Possible cause:The coolant temperature is toohigh.

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

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Engine in emergency-operation mode


Engine symbol appears onthe display.

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

is possible that the full engineoutput and speed range may notbe available, which can causedangerous driving situations, par-ticularly for passing maneuvers.Adapt your driving style tothe possibly reduced engineperformance.

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

Continued driving is possible,however the accustomed en-gine performance may not beavailable.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Engine oil pressureinsufficient

Engine oil-pressure warninglight flashes.

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

Possible cause:The engine oil level is too low.

Checking engine oil level( 85).

If oil level is too low:Topping up engine oil ( 86).

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

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.

Bulb defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

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+ "LAMP" is indicated.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

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

Possible cause:Bulb defective.

Locate defective bulb with vi-sual check.Replacing low-beam and high-beam bulb ( 102).Replacing parking light bulb( 103).Replacing brake and tail lightbulb ( 104).Replacing front and rear turnindicator bulbs ( 104).

Ice warningwith onboard computerOE

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

The ice warning does notmean that there is no risk

of black ice forming at measuredtemperatures above 37 °F (3 °C).At low outside temperatures,black ice must especially be ex-pected on bridges and in shadyroad areas.

Think well ahead when driving.

Anti-theft alarm batterydrained



+ "dWA" is indicated.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

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

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

ABS self-diagnosis notcompleted

with BMW Motorrad ABS OE

ABS warning light flashes.

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

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

ABS deactivatedwith BMW Motorrad ABS OE

ABS warning light lights up.

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


Switching on ABS function( 47).

ABS errorwith BMW Motorrad ABS OE


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

Continued driving is possible.It must be noted that the ABSfunction is not available. Ob-serve additional information onsituations which can lead to anABS error ( 69).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Tire inflation pressure inlimit area of permissibletolerance

with Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OE


+ "x.x" (the critical infla-tion pressure) flashes.

Possible cause:The measured tire inflation pres-sure is in the limit area of thepermissible tolerance.

Correct tire inflation pressure inaccordance with instructions onback of cover of Rider's Man-ual.

Before adjusting the tire in-flation pressure, observe

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

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Tire inflation pressureoutside permissibletolerance


General warning lightflashes red.

+ "x.x" (the critical infla-tion pressure) flashes.

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

Check tire for damage anddrivability.

If it is still possible to drive withtire:

Incorrect tire inflation pres-sure result in poorer han-

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

Correct tire inflation pressure atnext opportunity.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 errorwith Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OE

+ "--" or "-- --" is in-dicated.

Possible cause:The motorcycle's speed hasnot exceeded the threshold ofapprox.19 mph (30 km/h). TheTPC/RDC sensors do not trans-

mit their signal until a speedabove this threshold is reached( 70).

Watch TPC/RDC display athigher speed. A permanentfault has not occurred until thegeneral warning light also lightsup. In this case:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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

Watch the TPC/RDC display inanother environment. A per-manent fault has not occurreduntil the general warning lightalso lights up. In this case:

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

Sensor defective orsystem fault



+ "--" or "-- --" is in-dicated.

Possible cause:Wheels without installed TPC/RDC sensors are mounted.

Retrofit wheel set with TPC/RDC sensors.

Possible cause:One or two TPC/RDC sensorshave failed.

Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably

an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Possible cause:A system fault has occurred.

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

Battery of tire-inflationpressure sensor weak



+ "RdC" is indicated.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

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

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

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Operation

Operation

Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . 38

Electronic immobilizer EWS . . . . . . . . . 39

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Emergency ON/OFF switch . . . . . . . . . 45

Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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

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

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

Locking helmet on motorcycle . . . . . . 53

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Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive two master keys andone spare key. If a key is lost,please note the information onthe electronic immobilizer (EWS)( 39).Ignition key and steering lock,tank filler cap lock and seat lockare all operated with the samekey.

with case OA

with TopcaseOA

The cases and the Topcase canalso be ordered with locks forthe same key on request. Pleasecontact a specialized workshopfor this purpose, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Switching on ignition

Turn key to position 1.Parking lights and all functioncircuits switched on.Engine can be started.Pre-ride check is performed.( 59)with BMW Motorrad ABS OE

ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 60)

Switching off ignition

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

Locking handlebarsTurn handlebars to left.

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

Electronic immobilizerEWSThe 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 engine management systemdoes not enable engine startinguntil the key has been detectedas "authorized" for your motorcy-cle.

A spare key attached tothe same ring as the igni-

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

If you lose a key, you can have itdisabled by your BMW Motorradpartner. For this purpose, youhave to bring along all other keysthat belong to the motorcycle.The motor can no longer bestarted using a disabled key;however, a disabled key can beenabled again.

Replacement and spare keys areonly available through an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.The keys are part of an inte-grated security system, so theretailer is under an obligation tocheck the legitimacy of all ap-plications for replacement/extrakeys.

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.

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Press and hold button 1 untilhours 3 flash.Press button repeatedly untildesired hours are shown.Press and hold button untilminutes 4 flash.Press button repeatedly untildesired minutes are shown.Press and hold button untilminutes no longer flash.Setting is completed.

DisplaySelecting readings

Switch on ignition.

Press button 2 to select dis-play in value area 3.

The following values can be dis-played:

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


Tire inflation pressures

Warnings if necessary

with onboard computerOE

Press button 4 to select dis-play in value area 5.

The following values can be dis-played:

Ambient temperature (°F)Average speed in mph

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Average consumption inmpg

Current consumption inmph

Distance driven sincereaching reserve quantity in

mls

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on ignition.Select desired tripmeter.

Press and hold button 2 untiltripmeter has been reset.

Resetting average valueswith onboard computerOE

Switch on ignition.Select average consumption oraverage speed.

Press and hold button 1 untildisplayed value has been reset.

Stopwatchwith onboard computerOE

Stopwatch

As an alternative to the odome-ter, the stopwatch 3 can be dis-played. The display consists ofhours, minutes, seconds andtenths of a second separated bydots.In enable improved operation ofthe stopwatch while driving (asa lap timer), the functions of thebutton 2 and the functions of theINFO button on the handlebarcan be interchanged. The stop-watch and the odometer are thenoperated with the INFO button;

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the onboard computer must beoperated with the button 2.The stopwatch continues to runin the background when the dis-play is temporarily switched overto the odometer. The stopwatchalso continues to run when theignition is temporarily switchedoff.

Operating stopwatch

If necessary, switch over fromodometer to stopwatch withbutton 1.

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

Interchanging buttonfunctions

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

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

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

The parking lights are astrain on the battery. Do

not leave the ignition switchedon longer than absolutelynecessary.

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.

High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher

Press switch 1 at top to switchon high-beam headlight.Pull switch 1 at bottom to op-erate headlight flasher.

Parking lightSwitch off ignition.

Press button 1 and hold im-mediately after switching offignition until parking light isswitched on.Switch ignition on and then offagain to switch off parking light.

Turn indicatorsOperating turn indicator

Switch 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.

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Press button 1 to switch onleft-hand turn indicators.

Press button 2 to switch onright-hand turn indicators.

Press button 3 to switch offturn indicators.

Hazard warningflashersOperating hazard warningflashers

Switch on ignition.

The hazard warning flash-ers place a strain on the

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

If a turn indicator button ispressed with the ignition

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

Press buttons 1 and 2 simulta-neously to switch on the haz-ard warning flashers.Ignition can be switched off.

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Press button 3 to switch offhazard warning flashers.

Emergency ON/OFFswitch

1 Emergency ON/OFFswitch

Operating the emergencyON/OFF switch when riding

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

The engine can be switchedoff easily and quickly using theemergency ON/OFF switch.

a Operating positionb Engine switched off.

Heated handlebar gripswith heated handlebar grips OE

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1 Heated handlebar-gripswitch

The handlebar grips can beheated at two different levels.The second level is used for fastheat-up of the grips; then theswitch should be switched backto the first level. The heatedhand grips option can only beactivated when the engine isrunning.

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 is

inadequately charged, the heatedhand 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 ABSwith BMW Motorrad ABS OE

Switching off ABSfunction

Stop motorcycle or switch onignition with motorcycle sta-tionary.

Press and hold button 1 untilABS warning light changes itsdisplay behavior.


Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ABS warning light contin-ues to light up.

ABS function is switched off.

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Switching on ABSfunction

Press and hold button 1 untilABS warning light changes itsdisplay behavior.

ABS warning light goesout; if self-diagnosis has

not been completed, it begins toflash.

Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ABS warning light remainsoff or continues to flash.

ABS function is switched on.

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

If the ABS light continuesto light up after switching

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

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

Adjusting the clutch leverwhile driving can lead to

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

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

The adjusting screw can beturned more easily if you

press the clutch lever forwardwhen doing so.

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BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

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

Adjusting the handbrakelever while driving can lead

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

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

The adjusting screw canbe turned more easily if

you press the handbrake leverforward when doing so.

MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Move mirror into desired posi-tion by twisting.

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Adjusting mirror arm

Slide protective cap 1 up overscrew connection on mirrorarm.Loosen the nut 2.Turn mirror arm into desiredposition.Tighten the nut to the spec-ified tightening torque, whileholding the mirror arm to en-sure that it does not move outof position.

Locknut (mirror) onclamping adapter

15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

Slide protective cap overthreaded fastener.

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

Adjusting spring preloadfor rear wheel

Removing seat ( 52).

Remove toolkit 1.

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

not match the spring-preload anddamping-characteristic settings.

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Adjust the damping characteristicto suit the spring preload.

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

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

Turn adjusting screw coun-terclockwise as far as pos-sible (Full tank of gas, withrider 187 lbs (85 kg))

with loweringOE

Turn adjusting screwcounterclockwise as far aspossible, then pretensionspring with 5 clicks (Full tankof gas, with rider 187 lbs(85 kg))

Remount toolkit.Installing seat ( 53).

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

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

Adjusting damping on rearwheel

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Adjust damping via adjustingscrew 1.

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

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

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

ing

Turn adjusting screwclockwise as far as possibleand then turn back 2 clicks(Full tank of gas, with rider187 lbs (85 kg))

TiresChecking tire pressure

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.To avoid a sudden loss of tire in-flation pressure, use valve capswith a rubber sealing ring forvalves installed vertically to thewheel rim and tighten firmly.

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

Tire pressure, front

31.9 psi (2.2 bar) (One-up,at tire temperature 68 °F(20 °C))

34.8 psi (2.4 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, at tiretemperature 68 °F (20 °C))

Tire pressure, rear

34.8 psi (2.4 bar) (One-up,at tire temperature 68 °F(20 °C))

40.6 psi (2.8 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, at tiretemperature 68 °F (20 °C))

If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pressure.

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

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authorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

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

If you are unsure whetherthe headlight range is cor-

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

Adjusting headlight range

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

Basic headlight rangeadjustment

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

SeatRemoving seat


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

Raise seat 2 at front and re-lease key.

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

Installing seat

Insert seat in brackets 3.Firmly press down on seat atfront.The seat can be heard to lockinto place.

Locking helmet onmotorcycle


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

If the helmet is securedon the left-hand side of

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

The helmet catch canscratch the paneling.

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

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

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Riding

Riding

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

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

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

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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

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

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

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Securing motorcycle fortransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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

HelmetRider's suitGlovesBoots

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

Reduced clearance ininclined position

with loweringOE

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

Danger of accident due tothe motorcycle contacting

the ground unexpectedly early.Observe the reduced groundclearance of lowered motorcyclesin all positions.

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

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

Correct loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.

Do not exceed the gross weightlimit and observe the loadinginformation.

Adjust setting of springpreload, damping characteristicand tire inflation pressures tosuit total weight.with case OA

Ensure that case volumes onleft and right are equal.Make sure that weight is uni-formly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy pieces of luggageto bottom and inside of cases.Observe maximum payload andtop speed according to label incase.

with TopcaseOA

Observe maximum payload andtop speed according to label inTopcase.

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with tank rucksackOA

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

Payload of tank rucksack

max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith tank rucksack

max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)

with rear softbagOA

Observe maximum payload ofrear bag and corresponding topspeed.

Payload of rear bag

max 3 lbs (max 1.5 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith rear bag

max 81 mph (max 130 km/h)

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

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

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

Inhaling exhaust fumestherefore represents a

health hazard and can evencause loss of consciousness withfatal consequences.Do not inhale exhaust fumes.Do not run the engine in closedrooms.

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 misfires

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Use unleaded fuel onlyComply with all specified main-tenance intervals.

Unburned fuel will destroythe catalytic converter.

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

Danger of overheating

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

lowed to idle for a lengthy periodwith the motorcycle at a stand-still: overheating would result. Inextreme cases, the motorcyclecould catch fire.Do not allow the engine to idleunnecessarily. After starting, rideoff immediately.

Modifications

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

agement system, throttle valves,clutch) can cause damage to the

affected components and fail-ure of safety-related functions.Damage caused in this way isnot covered by the warranty.Do not make any modifications.

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

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

At regular intervals:Engine oil level (every time yourefuel)

Brake pad wear (during everythird stop for refueling)Tension and lubrication of drivechain

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.

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Starting engine

Emergency ON/OFF switch inrun position a.

Transmission lubricationis only ensured when the

engine is running. Insufficient lu-brication can lead to transmissiondamage.Do not allow the motorcycle toroll for longer periods or push itover longer distances with theengine switched off.

Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 59)


ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 60)

Press starter button 1.

At extremely low tempera-tures it may be necessary

to operate the throttle grip duringstarting. At ambient tempera-tures below 32 °F (0 °C), actuatethe clutch after switching on theignition.

The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-

tery voltage is too low. Rechargethe battery before you start the

engine, or use jump leads and adonor battery to start.

Engine starts.If the engine fails to start, thetroubleshooting table in thechapter "Technical Data" mayprovide assistance. ( 120)

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

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

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Phase 2The general warning lightchanges from yellow to red.

Phase 3The pointers of the tachometerand speedometer are run back.At the same time, all switched-onwarning and indicator lights areswitched off consecutively in thereverse order.

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

If it was not possible toswitch on the warning

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

Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably

an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

ABS self-diagnosiswith BMW Motorrad ABS OE

The readiness for operationof the BMW Motorrad ABS ischecked by the self-diagnosis.Self-diagnosis is performedautomatically when you switch onthe ignition. To check the wheelsensors, the motorcycle must bedriven a few yards.

Phase 1Checking the diagnosablesystem components whilestopped.


Phase 2Checking wheel sensors whilestarting off.


ABS self-diagnosiscompleted

The ABS warning light goesout.

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

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

Running inThe first 620 mls(1,000 km)

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quently; avoid driving for longperiods at a constant speed.Choose curvy, slightly hilly sec-tions of road if possible.Observe the engine run-inspeeds.

Engine run-in speed

<5000 min-1

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

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

New brake pads can 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.

Speedwith onboard computerOE

Engine speed warning

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

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Activating engine speedwarning

Press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untildisplay changes.FLASH (engine speed warn-ing indicator) and ON or OFFare shown.Press button 1 until desiredstate is shown.ON: engine speed warning ac-tivated.OFF: engine speed warningdeactivated.To save the setting made,press and hold button 1 and

button 2 simultaneously untilthe display changes.

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

Tire inflation pressure

A tire inflation pressure re-duced for offroad driving

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

Brakes

When the motorcycle isridden on loose surfaces

or muddy roads, the brakes mayfail to take effect immediatelybecause of dirt or moisture onthe disks or brake pads.

Brake early until the brakes arebraked clean.

Driving on unpaved or dirtyroads leads to increased

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

Spring preload and damping

Spring preload and damp-ing values that have been

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

RimsBMW Motorrad recommendschecking the rims for possibledamage after riding offroad.

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Air filter insert

Engine damage due tosoiled air filter insert.

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

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

BrakesHow 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 optimallyutilizes the dynamic load increaseon the front wheel. At the sametime, the clutch should also beactuated. With the "forced brak-ing" often practiced in whichthe brake pressure is generatedas quickly as possible and withgreat force, the dynamic loaddistribution cannot follow theincreased deceleration and thebraking force cannot be com-pletely transferred to the roadsurface. The front wheel can lockup.


Locking up of the front wheel isprevented by the BMW MotorradABS.

Descending mountainpasses

There is a danger of thebrakes fading if you use

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

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

When driving in the rain andthrough puddles.After washing the motorcycle.When driving on roads spreadwith salt.

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After working on the brakesdue to oil or grease residues.When driving on soiled roadsor offroad.

Poor braking action due tomoisture and dirt.

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

Parking yourmotorcycleSide stand

Switch off engine.

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

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

Fold out side stand and parkmotorcycle.

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

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

If the slope of the road per-mits, turn the handlebars to theleft.On a grade, the motorcycle

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

Center standwith center stand OE

Switch off engine.

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

tee that the motorcycle will restfirmly on the stand.Always check that the ground

under the stand is level andfirm.

Excessive movementscould result in the center

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

Fold out center stand and jackup motorcycle.

RefuelingFuel is highly flammable.Fire at the fuel tank can

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

Fuel expands when ex-posed to heat. When the

tank is overfilled, fuel can escapeand get onto the road. This re-sults in a danger of falling.

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Do not overfill the fuel tank.

Fuel attacks plastic sur-faces, making them cloudy

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

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.

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

The available fuel tank vol-ume can only be optimally

used with the vehicle standing onthe side stand.

Open protective cap.

Unlock cap of fuel tank withignition key and fold up.

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

When refueling after run-ning on reserve, make sure

that you top up the tank to alevel above reserve, as other-wise the sensor will not be ableto register the new level. Other-wise neither the fill level nor therange display can be updated.

Recommended fuel qual-ity

Regular unleaded87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity

Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx.16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

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

Securing motorcyclefor transport

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

The motorcycle can tipaway to the side and fall

over.

Secure the motorcycle againsttipping away to the side.

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

Components can be dam-aged.

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

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

Secure straps at rear on bothsides on rear frame and ten-sion.Tension all straps evenly; mo-torcycle should be compressedas greatly as possible.

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Technology in detail

Technology in detail

Brake system with BMW MotorradABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC . . . . 69

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad ABS


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 transferable brak-ing force is exceeded when thedriver increases the brake pres-sure, the wheels begin to blockand driving stability is lost, and afall can result. Before this situa-tion occurs, ABS intervenes andadjusts the brake pressure to themaximum transferable brakingforce. This enables the wheels

to continue to turn and maintainsdriving stability regardless of theroad surface condition.

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

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

Heavy braking can lead tothe rear wheel lifting off the

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How important is regularmaintenance?

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

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

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

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

The sensors are equipped witha centrifugal controller, whichdoes not enable the transmis-sion of the measured values untila speed of approx. 18.5 mph(30 km/h) is reached. Before ini-tial reception of the tire inflationpressure, -- is shown in the dis-play for each tire. The sensorscontinue to transmit the mea-sured values for approx. 15 min-utes after the motorcycle comesto a stop.

The control unit can manage foursensors, and as a result two setsof wheels with TPC/RDC sen-sors can be driven. If a TPC/RDCcontrol unit is installed without

the wheels being equipped withsensors, an error message is out-put.

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

The tire inflation pressures areshown temperature-compen-sated in the multifunction display;they refer to a tire temperatureof 68 °F (20 °C). No temperaturecompensation takes place in theinflation pressure testers at fillingstations, i.e. the measured tire in-flation pressure is dependent onthe tire temperature. As a result,the values displayed there donot match the values shown in

the multifunction display in mostcases.

Tire inflation pressurerangesThe TPC/RDC control unit distin-guishes between three inflationpressure ranges matched to themotorcycle:

Inflation pressure within thepermissible tolerance.Inflation pressure at the limitsof the permissible tolerance.Inflation pressure outside thepermissible tolerance.

A warning is also output if thetire inflation pressure dropsrapidly within the permissibletolerance.

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Adjusting inflationpressureCompare the TPC/RDC value inthe multifunction display with thevalue on the back cover of theRider's Manual. The differencebetween the two values must becompensated with the air pres-sure tester at the filling station.

Example: According to theRider's Manual, the tire inflationpressure is to be 36 psi (2.5 bar),however 33 psi (2.3 bar) isshown in the multifunctiondisplay. The tester at thefilling station indicates 34.8 psi(2.4 bar). This value must beincreased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) to37.8 psi (2.6 bar) in order toproduce the correct tire inflationpressure.

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Accessories

Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Your authorized BMW Motorradretailer is the right place to gofor genuine BMW parts and ac-cessories,other BMW approvedproducts, and expert advice ontheir installation and use.These parts and products havebeen tested by BMW for safety,function and suitability. BMWaccepts product liability for theseproducts.Conversely, BMW is unable toaccept any liability whatsoeverfor parts and accessories which ithas not approved.Observe the information on theimportance of tire sizes for chas-sis control systems ( 94).

BMW Motorrad cannot ex-amine or test each product

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

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

Onboard socketsInformation on using onboardsockets:

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

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

Operating electrical acces-soriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories only when the ignitionis switched on. The accessoryremains operational if the igni-tion is subsequently switched off.Onboard sockets are switched offapprox. 15 minutes after switch-ing off the ignition to reduce the

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strain on the onboard electricalsystem.

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

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

LuggageLashing down luggage

Route luggage belts betweenmotorcycle and along anti-sliplocks 1.

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

Casewith case OA

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Opening case

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

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

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

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

Adjusting case volumeOpen and empty case.

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

Removing case

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

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

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Mounting case

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

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

Press locking flap 5 downwardas far as possible and hold inplace.

Press red release lever 4downward.The locking flap 5 clicks intoplace.Fold carrying handle down.Turn key in direction of traveland remove.

Topcasewith TopcaseOA

Opening Topcase

Turn key 1 in Topcase lockinto vertical position.

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Hold down yellow locking de-vice 2 and fold out carryinghandle 3.

Press yellow button 4 towardfront while pressing Topcaselid upward.

Closing Topcase

Close Topcase lid with firmpressure.

If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

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

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

Adjusting Topcasevolume

Open and empty Topcase.

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

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

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

Mounting Topcase

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

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

Fold locking flap 5 closed asfar as possible and hold inplace.Press red release lever 4 to-ward front.Locking flap clicks into place.Fold carrying handle down.Turn key into horizontal posi-tion and remove.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Onboard toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Rims and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Fairings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

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

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

Onboard toolkitStandard tool kit

1 Screwdriver handle2 Reversible screwdriver in-

sertwith Phillips and straightblade

Replacing front andrear turn indicator bulbs( 104).Replacing license-platebulb ( 106).Removing battery( 112).

3 Open-ended wrenchWrench size: 17 mm

Adjusting mirror arm( 49).

4 Torx wrench T40Adjusting headlight range( 52).

5 Reversible screwdriver in-sertwith Phillips and Torx T25blade

Removing center fairingpanel ( 107).

Service tool kitwith service toolkitOA

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

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

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

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

The oil level varies withthe temperature of the

oil. The higher the temperature,the higher the level of oil in thesump. Checking the oil level withthe engine cold or after a shorttrip leads to misinterpretationsand therefore to incorrect oil fillquantities.To ensure that the display of theengine oil level is correct, onlycheck the oil level after a longertrip.

Wipe area around oil fill loca-tion clean.Allow engine to idle until fanstarts up, then allow to con-tinue running for an additionalminute.Switch off engine.Make sure ground is level andfirm and hold motorcycle at op-erating temperature vertically.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle at

operating temperature on itscenter stand.

Remove oil dipstick 1.

Clean measuring area 2 with adry cloth

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Position oil dipstick on oil filllocation, but do not screw in.Remove oil dipstick and readoff oil level.

Specified level of engineoil

between MIN and MAXmarking

If oil level is below MIN mark:Topping up engine oil ( 86).

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

Install oil dipstick.

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

Remove oil dipstick 1.

Both too little and toomuch engine oil can lead to

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

Add engine oil up to specifiedlevel.Checking engine oil level( 85).Install oil dipstick.

Brake systemChecking brake operation

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

If no clear pressure points areperceptible:

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability of

the brakes.

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

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

Checking front brake padthickness


Visually inspect left and rightbrake pads to ascertain theirthickness. Direction of view:

between wheel and front sus-pension at brake caliper 1.

Front brake-pad wearlimit

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

If the wear indicating marks areno longer clearly visible:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performance

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

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

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Check the brake pad thicknesswith visual inspection. Direc-tion of view: from rear at brakecaliper 1.

Rear brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction material with-out carrier plate. Wear indi-cators must be clearly visi-ble.)

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger visible:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performanceand may result in damage to thebrakes.

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

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

Checking front brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

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

Make sure ground is level andfirm and hold motorcycle verti-cally.

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with center stand OE

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

Move handlebars into straight-ahead position.

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

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

due to brake pad wear.

Front brake fluid level(visual check)

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.

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 hold motorcycle verti-cally.with center stand OE

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

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

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

due to brake pad wear.

Rear brake fluid level (vi-sual check)

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.

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.

CoolantChecking coolant level


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

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Coolant, specified level

Radiator antifreeze

between MIN and MAXmarks on the expansion tank

If coolant level drops below per-missible level:

Add coolant.

Topping up coolant

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

ClutchChecking clutch operation

Pull the clutch lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure point can befelt:

Have the clutch checkedby a specialized workshop,

preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Checking clutch playTurn handlebars to left.

Pull clutch cable 1 as far awayfrom clutch lever as possible.Measure clutch play A be-tween handlebar fitting andclutch cable.

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Clutch play

0.12 in (3 mm) (Turn han-dlebars to left, between han-dlebar fitting and clutch ca-ble)

If clutch play is outside tolerance:Adjusting clutch play ( 92).

Adjusting clutch play

Loosen the nut 3.To increase clutch play: turnnut 2 upward.To decrease clutch play: turnnut 2 downward.

Checking clutch play ( 91).Repeat work steps until clutchplay is correctly adjusted.Tighten nut 3.

Rims and TiresChecking rims

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

Checking tire tread depth

The handling of your mo-torcycle can already change

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

fore the minimum tread depthis reached.

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

Tires have wear indicatorsintegrated into the main

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

When the minimum tread depthis reached:

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ChainLubricating chain

Dirt, dust and insufficientlubrication will considerably

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

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

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

Turn the rear wheel until theposition with the lowest chainsag is reached.

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

Chain sag

1.2...1.6 in (30...40 mm)(Motorcycle unloaded onside stand)

with loweringOE

Chain sag

0.8...1.2 in (20...30 mm)(Motorcycle unloaded onside stand)

If the measured value is outsidethe permissible tolerance:

Adjusting chain sag ( 93).

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

Loosen quick-release axlenut 1.

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Loosen lock nuts 2 on left andright.Adjust chain sag with adjustingscrews 3 on left and right.Checking chain sag ( 93).Make sure that the same scalevalue 4 is set on the left andright.Tighten lock nuts 2 on left andright.

Locknut of drive-chaintensioning screw

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Tighten quick-release axlenut 1 to appropriate torque.

Rear-wheel quick-releaseaxle in swinging arm

74 lb/ft (100 Nm)

Checking chain wearMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Increased wear.If wear is identified on a

component of the sprocket set,the entire set must be replaced.

Pull chain toward rear at rear-most point of chain sprocket.The teeth tips are located in-side the chain links (a): Thechain is OK.The chain is being pulled outover the teeth tips (b): Consultan authorized workshop, prefer-ably a BMW Motorrad partner.

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

Affect of wheel size onABSThe wheel sizes play a major rolewith the ABS system. Especiallythe diameter and width of thewheels are stored in the control

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unit as the basis for all neces-sary calculations. A change inthese sizes due to conversion toothers than the wheels installedas standard equipment can seri-ously affect the control comfortof these systems.The sensor wheels required forwheel speed detection must alsomatch the control systems in-stalled and may not be replaced.If you want to equip your mo-torcycle with different wheels,please speak to a specializedworkshop, and preferably a BMWMotorrad retailer. In some casesthe data stored in the controlunits can be adapted to the newwheel sizes.

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

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

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

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

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

Removing front wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.with BMW Motorrad ABS OE

Remove screw 1 and takespeed sensor out of hole.

Place motorcycle on a suitableauxiliary stand.with center stand OE

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

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Raise front of motorcycle un-til the front wheel can turnfreely. To lift motorcycle, BMWMotorrad recommends usingBMW Motorrad front wheelstand.Mounting front wheel stand( 100).

Remove axle clamping screw 2.Remove axle 3 while support-ing wheel.Do not remove grease on axle.

Once the calipers havebeen removed, there is

a risk of the brake pads beingpressed together to the extent

that they cannot be slipped backover the brake disk on reassem-bly.Do not operate the handbrakelever when the brake calipershave been removed.

Roll front wheel forward to re-move.

Remove spacing bushing 4 onleft side from wheel hub.

Installing front wheel

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

Mount spacing bushing 4 onleft side on wheel hub.

The front wheel must beinstalled right way round to

rotate in the correct direction.Observe the direction of rota-tion arrows on the tires or on therim.

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

Lift front wheel and installaxle 3 with appropriate torque.

Front quick-release axlein axle mount

22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Remove front wheel stand.

without center standOE

Remove auxiliary stand.

Firmly compress the springforks several times.

Tighten axle clamping screw 2with appropriate torque.

Pinch bolt of quick-re-lease axle

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)


Insert ABS sensor into holeand install screw 1.

The cable of the wheelspeed sensor could chafe

through if it comes into contactwith the brake disk.Make sure that sensor cable isrouted correctly.

Make sure that ABS sensorcable is routed as shown.

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

Remove screw 1 and takespeed sensor out of hole.Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle on asuitable auxiliary stand.


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

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

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

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

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Roll rear wheel toward rear outof swinging arm.

The chain sprocket andthe spacer sleeves on the

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

Installing rear wheel

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

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

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

Mount left-hand adjustingplate 7 in swinging arm and

install quick-release axle 6 inbrake caliper and rear wheel.Make sure that axle fits incutout of adjusting plate.

Insert right-hand adjustingplate 5.

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Install axle nut 2, however donot tighten yet.

Insert speed sensor in hole andinstall screw 1.

Adjusting chain sag ( 93).

Front wheel standMounting front wheelstand

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

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

Place motorcycle on a suitableauxiliary stand.with center stand OE

Place motorcycle onto centerstand.

Use basic stand (0 402 241)with front wheel mount(0 402 242).Loosen adjusting screws 1.Push two mounts 2 far enoughapart that front suspension fitsbetween them. Adjust supportpin to match front suspension.Use locating pins 3 to set frontwheel stand to desired height.Center front wheel stand rela-tive to front wheel and push itagainst front axle.

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

Apply uniform pressure to pushfront wheel stand down andraise motorcycle.


If the motorcycle is raisedtoo far at the front the

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

Ensure motorcycle is standingsecurely.

LampsGeneral instructionsA bulb failure is signaled to youin the multifunction display by awarning indicator.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

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

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-

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

Replacing low-beam andhigh-beam bulb

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

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

Open connector 3.

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

Replace defective bulb.

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.

Bulb for high-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Bulbs for low-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

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Insert bulb while ensuring cor-rect alignment at Position 6.Close and lock spring strap 4.

Close connector 3.

Install cover 1 or cover 2.

Replacing parking lightbulb


Remove cover 2.

Pull parking-light bulb 3 out ofheadlight housing.

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Pull bulb out of bulb socket.




Bulb for parking light

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Press bulb into socket.

Insert parking-light bulb 3 intoheadlight housing.

Install cover 2.

Replacing brake and taillight bulb

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

Replacing front and rearturn indicator bulbs


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Switch off ignition.

Remove screw 1.

Pull glass on screw connectionside out of mirror housing.

Remove bulb 2 fromlight housing by turning itcounterclockwise.




Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, front

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with white turn indicatorsOE

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

with LED turn signalsOA

LED / 12 V

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rear

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with white turn indicatorsOE

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

with LED turn signalsOA

LED / 12 V

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Install bulb 2 by screwingclockwise into light housing.

Insert inside end of lens intolight housing and close.

Install screw 1.

Replacing license-platebulb


Remove screw 1 of mudguardcover and take off cover.

Pull bulb socket 2 out of bulbholder.

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Pull bulb out of socket.




Bulb for license-platelight

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Mount bulb in socket.

Insert bulb socket 2 into bulbholder.

Position mudguard cover andinstall screw 1.

FairingsRemoving center fairingpanel


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Remove screws 1 on left andright.

Remove four screws 2.Disconnect connector at on-board socket 3.Remove center fairing panel.

Installing center fairingpanel

Connect connector to onboardsocket.

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

Install four screws 2.

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

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Air filterRemoving air filter

Removing center fairing panel( 107).

Remove screws 1.Remove air filter cover 2.

Take out air filter 3.

Installing air filter

Install air filter 3.

Lay on air filter cover 2.Install screws 1.Installing center fairing panel( 108).

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.

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A short-circuit can resultif the crocodile clips of

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

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

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

Removing center fairing panel( 107).When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the onboard electrical sys-tem.

First connect positive terminalof drained battery to positiveterminal of charging batterywith red jumper cable (positiveterminal on this vehicle: Posi-tion 2).Connect black jumper cableto negative terminal of charg-ing battery and then to nega-tive terminal of drained battery(negative terminal on this vehi-cle: Position 1).

As an alternative to thenegative battery terminal,

the spring strut bolt can also beused.

Run engine of donor vehicleduring jump-starting.Start engine of motorcycle withdischarged battery in usualway; if engine refuses to start,wait a few minutes before re-peating attempt to protectstarter and supporting battery.Allow both engines to run forseveral minutes before discon-necting jumper cables.Disconnect jump lead fromnegative terminals first, thendisconnect second lead frompositive terminals.

To start the engine, do notuse start sprays or similar

items.

Installing center fairing panel( 108).

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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.

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.

Charging the battery viathe onboard socket is only

possible with suitable chargers.Unsuitable chargers can result indamage to the motorcycle elec-tronics.Use BMW chargers with thepart numbers 71 60 7 688 864(220 V) or, as applicable,71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If indoubt, charge the disconnectedbattery directly at the terminals.

If you switch on the igni-tion and the multifunction

display and indicator lights failto light up, the battery is com-

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pletely flat. Attempting to chargea completely flat battery via theonboard socket can cause dam-age to the motorcycle's electron-ics.Always charge a completelydrained battery directly at theterminals of the disconnectedbattery.

Charge disconnected batteryvia onboard socket.

The motorcycle's onboardelectronics know when the

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

Comply with operating instruc-tions of charger.

If you are unable tocharge the battery via

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

directly at the terminals of thedisconnected battery.

Charging disconnectedbattery

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

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

not being used, the battery mustbe recharged regularly. See theinstructions for caring for yourbattery. Always fully rechargethe battery before returning it touse.

Removing batteryMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.


Switch off anti-theft alarm ifnecessary.

Switch off ignition.Removing center fairing panel( 107).

An incorrect disconnectionsequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Remove negative cable 1 first.Then remove positive cable 2.

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Remove screws 3 on leftand right and take off batteryholder.Lift battery up and out, usingtilting movements if it is difficultto move.

Installing battery

If the motorcycle was dis-connected from the bat-

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

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

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

An incorrect connectionsequence increases the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Install positive cable 2.Install negative cable 1.

Installing center fairing panel( 108).Setting clock ( 39).

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Care

Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 116

Cleaning sensitive motorcycleparts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Storing motorcycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 118

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

The use of unsuitablecleaning and care products

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

Washing yourmotorcycleBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use BMW Insect Re-mover to soften and wash offinsects and stubborn dirt frompainted parts before washing themotorcycle.To prevent stains, do not washthe motorcycle immediately afterit has been exposed to brightsunlight and do not wash it in thesun.Make sure that the motorcycleis washed frequently, especiallyduring the winter months.To remove road salt, clean themotorcycle with cold water im-mediately after every trip.

After washing the motor-cycle, after driving through

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

and pads are dry or braked untildry.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Only use cold water to removeroad salt.

The high 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 plasticGlass of instrument clusterBlack, unpainted parts

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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.

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

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

Cooling fins can be benteasily.

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

RubberTreat rubber components withwater or BMW rubber protectioncoating agent.

Using silicone sprays forthe care of rubber seals can

cause damage.Do not use silicon sprays orother care products that containsilicon.

Paint careWashing the motorcycle regularlywill help counteract the long-termeffects of substances that dam-age the paint, especially if yourmotorcycle is ridden in areaswith high air pollution or naturalsources of dirt, e.g. tree resin orpollen.However, remove particularly ag-gressive materials immediately;otherwise changes in the paint ordiscoloration can occur. Theseinclude spilled fuel, oil, grease,brake fluid as well as bird drop-pings. BMW Car Polish or BMWPaint Cleaner are recommendedfor this.Contamination of the paint finishis particularly easy to see afterthe motorcycle has been washed.Remove this type of soiling withcleaning naphtha or spirit on aclean cloth or cotton ball. BMWMotorrad recommends remov-ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-

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

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

Storing motorcycleClean the motorcycle.Removing battery ( 112).Spray the brake and clutchlever, the side stand pivot and,if necessary, the main standpivot with a suitable lubricant.Coat bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g. Vaseline).

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

Before putting the motor-cycle into storage, have

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

Returning motorcycleto use

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

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Technical data

Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13310119

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

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

Side stand Retract side stand ( 58).

Gear engaged and clutch not operated. Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch( 58).

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

No fuel in tank Refueling ( 64).

Battery drained Charging connected battery ( 111).

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Brake caliper on spring forks

ASA screw with washer, M10 x 40 28 lb/ft (38 Nm)

Pinch bolt of quick-release axle

M8 x 25 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Front quick-release axle in axlemount

M16 x 1.5 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Rear wheel Value Valid

Locknut of drive-chain tension-ing screw

M8 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Rear-wheel quick-release axle inswinging arm

M16 x 1.5 74 lb/ft (100 Nm)

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Mirror arm Value Valid

Locknut (mirror) on clampingadapter

M14 x 1 15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

Clamping adapter (mirror) onclamping block

M10 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

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Engine

Engine design Two-cylinder, four-stroke engine, DOHC con-trol with toothed chain drive, 4 valves actuatedby trailing valve levers, compensating connectingrods, liquid cooling for cylinders and cylinder head.Integrated water pump, 6-speed transmission anddry-sump lubrication

Displacement 798 cc (798 cm3)

Cylinder bore 3.2 in (82 mm)

Piston stroke 3 in (75.6 mm)

Compression ratio 12:1

Rated output 71 hp (52 kW), at engine speed: 7000 min-1

Torque 55 lb/ft (75 Nm), at engine speed: 4500 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 9000 min-1

Idle speed 1250+50 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Regular unleaded87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

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

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

BMW recommends BP fuel

Engine oil

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

products recommended by BMW Motorrad and generally permissible viscosity classes

Castrol GPS SAE 10W-40, API SG/JASO MA ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C)

SAE 10W-40, API SF/SG/SH ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C), Winter operation

SAE 15W-40, API SF/SG/SH ≥14 °F (≥-10 °C)

BMW recommends

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

Permissible viscosity classes

SAE 10 W-40 ≥-4 °F (≥-20 °C), Operation at low temperatures

SAE 15 W-40 ≥14 °F (≥-10 °C)

BMW recommends

Clutch

Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch

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Transmission

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

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

Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Chain drive

Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast aluminum swinging arm

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

17/41

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Running gear

Front wheel

Type of front suspension Telescopic forks

Spring travel, front 7.1 in (180 mm), On wheel

Rear wheel

Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast aluminum swinging arm

Type of rear suspension Directly articulated central spring strut with step-lessly adjustable rebound-stage damping

Spring travel at rear wheel 6.7 in (170 mm), On wheel

Brakes

Front wheel

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

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Rear wheel

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

Brake-pad material, rear Organic

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Wheels and tires

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

Front wheel

Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2

Front-wheel rim size 2.50" x 19"

Front tire designation 110/80 R 19

Rear wheel

Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2

Rear-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"

Rear tire designation 140/80 R 17

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Tire pressure, front 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), One-up, at tire tempera-ture: 68 °F (20 °C)34.8 psi (2.4 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, at tire temperature: 68 °F (20 °C)

Tire pressure, rear 34.8 psi (2.4 bar), One-up, at tire tempera-ture: 68 °F (20 °C)40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, at tire temperature: 68 °F (20 °C)

Electrical system

Electrical rating of onboard socket 5 A

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

Battery

Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery.

Battery voltage 12 V

Battery capacity 14 Ah

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Spark plugs

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E

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

Bulbs

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

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

Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb for taillight/brake light LED / 12 V

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

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

with white turn indicatorsOE RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

with LED turn signalsOA LED / 12 V

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

with white turn indicatorsOE RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

with LED turn signalsOA LED / 12 V

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Frame

Frame design Lattice-tube frame

Location of type plate Top front steering head

Location of vehicle identification number Right steering head

Dimensions

Motorcycle length 89.8 in (2280 mm), Over front wheel to license-plate carrier

Motorcycle height 48.8 in (1240 mm), without driver at unladenweight

Motorcycle width 33.3 in (845 mm), Over handlebars without mir-rors

Driver's seat height 32.3 in (820 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with low dual seat OE

without loweringOE31.1 in (790 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with loweringOE 30.1 in (765 mm), without driver at unladenweight

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Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 71.7 in (1820 mm)

with low dual seat OE

without loweringOE70.1 in (1780 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with loweringOE 67.3 in (1710 mm), without driver at unladenweight

Weights

Unladen weight 439 lbs (199 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready forroad, 90 % load of fuel

Permissible gross weight 961 lbs (436 kg)

with loweringOE 769 lbs (349 kg)

Maximum payload 522 lbs (237 kg)

with loweringOE 331 lbs (150 kg)

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Riding specifications

Top speed max 118 mph (max 190 km/h)

with power reductionOE max 91 mph (max 147 km/h)

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Service

Service

Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 136

BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

BMW Motorrad Service Quality . . . . 137

BMW Motorrad Mobility Services -onsite breakdown service . . . . . . . . . . 137

BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

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Reporting safety defects

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

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BMW Motorrad ServiceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.

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

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

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

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

BMW Motorrad ServiceQualityBMW Motorrad means not onlyquality workmanship and highreliability, but also an outstandingquality of service.To ensure that your BMW is al-ways in optimum condition, BMWMotorrad recommends that youadhere to the regular mainte-nance schedule for your motor-cycle, preferably having the workdone by your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer. For generoustreatment of claims submittedafter the warranty period has ex-pired, 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 MobilityServices - onsitebreakdown serviceWith all new BMW motorcycles,BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser-vices protect you in the eventof a breakdown with an exten-sive range of services such asbreakdown assistance, motorcy-cle transportation etc. (differingregulations are possible in indi-vidual countries). In the case of abreakdown, you contact the Mo-bile Service of BMW Motorrad.Here you will find our specialists

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

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

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

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

BMW Running-in CheckThe BMW running-in checkmust be carried out between310 mls and 930 mls (500 kmand 1,500 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 performedand enters the date for the nextservice.

For drivers who drive long dis-tances annually, it may be neces-sary to come in for service beforethe entered date. In this case acorresponding maximum odome-ter reading will also be entered inthe confirmation of service. If thisodometer reading is reached be-fore the next service date, servicemust be performed sooner.

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

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Confirmation of maintenance work

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

Work carried out Odometerreading

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS

Operating element, 16Operation, 46Self-diagnosis, 60Technology in detail, 68Warning indicators, 32

AccessoriesGeneral instructions, 74

Air filterInstalling, 109Position on motorcycle, 15Removing, 109

Anti-theft alarmIndicator light, 18Warning indicators, 32

BBattery

Charging connectedbattery, 111Charging disconnectedbattery, 112Installing, 113Maintenance instructions, 111

Position on motorcycle, 15Removing, 112Technical data, 129

Brake fluidChecking fill level at front, 88Checking fill level at rear, 89Front reservoir, 13Rear reservoir, 13

Brake padsCheck front, 87Check rear, 87Running in, 61

BrakesAdjusting handlebar lever, 48Checking operation, 86Safety instructions, 63Technical data, 127

CCase

Operation, 75

ChainAdjusting sag, 93Checking sag, 93Checking wear, 94Lubricating, 93

Checklist, 58Clock

Adjusting, 39Operating element, 18

ClutchAdjusting handlebar lever, 47Adjusting play, 92Checking operation, 91Checking play, 91Technical data, 125

Confirmation of maintenancework, 139

CoolantChecking fill level, 90Fill level indicator, 13Overtemperature warningindicator, 30Topping up, 91

Currentness of this manual, 7

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DDamping

Adjusting, 50Adjustment element, 13

DimensionsTechnical data, 131

EElectrical system

Technical data, 129Emergency ON/OFF switch, 17

Operation, 45Engine

Operating element, 17Starting, 58Technical data, 123Warning for engineelectronics, 31

Engine oilChecking fill level, 85Fill location, 11Oil dipstick, 11Technical data, 124Topping up, 86Warning for engine oilpressure, 31

Engine speed warningDisplay element, 18Switching on, 61

Equipment, 7

FFairing

Installing center section, 108Removing center section, 107

First-aid kitLocation, 14

FrameTechnical data, 131

Front wheel standMounting, 100

FuelFill level indicator, 23Fill location, 13Refueling, 64Technical data, 124Warning for fuel down toreserve, 30

FusesTechnical data, 129

HHandlebar fittings

General view, left, 16General view, right, 17

Hazard warning flashersOperating element, 16, 17Operation, 44

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

Heated handlebar gripsOperating element, 17Operation, 45

Helmet holderPosition on motorcycle, 14

Horn, 16

IIgnition

Switching off, 38Switching on, 38

ImmobilizerSpare key, 39Warning indicator, 30

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Indicator lights, 18Overview, 24

Instrument clusterAmbient brightness sensor, 18Overview, 18

JJump-starting, 109

KKeys, 38

LLamps

General instructions, 101Replacing brake light and taillight bulbs, 104Replacing high-beam bulb, 102Replacing license-platebulb, 106Replacing low-beam bulb, 102Replacing parking-lightbulb, 103Replacing turn indicatorbulbs, 104

Technical data, 130Warning for bulb failure, 31

LightsLow-beam headlight, 43Operating element, 16Operating headlight flasher, 43Operating high-beamheadlight, 43Operating parking light, 43Parking lights, 43

Lowered suspensionLimitations, 56

LuggageLashing down, 75Loading information, 56

MMaintenance

General instructions, 84Maintenance intervals, 138Mirrors

Adjusting, 48Mobility Services, 137

MotorcycleCare, 115Cleaning, 115Returning to use, 118Storing, 118Switching off, 64

Multifunction display, 18Overview, 22Selecting readings, 40

OOdometer and tripmeters

Operating element, 18Offroad riding, 62Onboard computer

Operating element, 16Warning indicators, 32

Onboard socketInformation on use, 74Position on motorcycle, 11

Onboard toolkitContents, 84Position on motorcycle, 14

Overview of warningindicators, 28

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OverviewsInstrument cluster, 18Left side of motorcycle, 11Left-hand handlebar fitting, 16Multifunction display, 22Right side of motorcycle, 13Right-hand handlebar fitting, 17Under fairing, 15Underneath seat, 14Warning and indicator lights, 24

PPre-ride check, 59

RRear-wheel drive

Technical data, 126Refueling, 64Reserve quantity

Warning indicator, 30Rider's Manual (US Model)

Position on motorcycle, 14Running gear

Technical data, 127Running in, 60

SSafety instructions

About brake, 63On driving, 56

SeatInstalling, 52Locking device, 11Removing, 52

Service, 137Reporting safety defects, 136

Service display, 25Spark plugs

Technical data, 130Speedometer, 18Spring preload

Adjusting, 49Adjustment element, 13Tool, 14

Starting, 58Operating element, 17

Steering lock, 38Stopwatch

Operation, 41Switching off, 64

TTachometer, 18Technical data

Battery, 129Brakes, 127Bulbs, 130Clutch, 125Dimensions, 131Electrical system, 129Engine, 123Engine oil, 124Frame, 131Fuel, 124Rear-wheel drive, 126Running gear, 127Spark plugs, 130Standards, 7Transmission, 126Weights, 132Wheels and tires, 128

Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDCRim sticker, 95Technology in detail, 69Warning indicators, 33

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TiresChecking inflation pressure, 51Checking tread depth, 92Inflation pressure table, 14Inflation pressures, 129Recommendation, 94Running in, 61Technical data, 128

TopcaseOperation, 78

Torques, 121Transmission

Technical data, 126Transport

Lashing down, 66Troubleshooting chart, 120Turn indicators

Operating element, left, 16Operating element, right, 17Operation, 43

Type platePosition on motorcycle, 13

VVehicle Identification Number

Position on motorcycle, 13

WWarning indicators

Display, 26With ABS, 32With anti-theft alarm, 32With onboard computer, 32With TPC/RDC, 33

Warning lamps, 18Overview, 24

WeightsPayload table, 14Technical data, 132

WheelsChecking rims, 92Installing front wheel, 96Installing rear wheel, 99Removing front wheel, 95Removing rear wheel, 98Size change, 94Technical data, 128

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

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

Important data for refueling

Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Regular unleaded87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

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

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


Tire pressure, front 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), One-up, at tire temperature: 68 °F(20 °C)34.8 psi (2.4 bar), Driver with passenger and/or load, attire temperature: 68 °F (20 °C)

Tire pressure, rear 34.8 psi (2.4 bar), One-up, at tire temperature: 68 °F(20 °C)40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with passenger and/or load, attire temperature: 68 °F (20 °C)

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