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Rider's Manual R 1200 GS
BMW Motorrad
The Ultimate Riding Machine
Motorcycle data/dealership details
Motorcycle data Dealership details
Model
Person to contact in Service department
Vehicle identification number
Ms/Mr
Colour code
Phone number
Date of first registration
Registration number
Dealership address/phone number (company stamp)
Details described or illustrated in this booklet may differ from the motorcycle's actual specification as purchased, the accessories fitted or the national-market specification. No claims will be entertained as a result of such discrepancies. Dimensions, weights, fuel consumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tolerances. The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted. © 2008 BMW Motorrad Not to be reproduced either wholly or in part without written permission from BMW Motorrad, After Sales. Printed in Germany.
The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart:
Fuel Recommended fuel grade 95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded 91 ROZ/RON, Regular unleaded (fuel grade, usable with powerand consumption-related restrictions) approx. 20 l 4 l 2.2 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold
Usable fuel capacity Reserve fuel Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front
Tyre pressure, rear
BMW recommends Order No. 01 41 7 712 421 02.2008, 2nd edition
*01417712421* *01417712421*
Welcome to BMW
We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from BMW and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new motorcycle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW motorcycle. It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features. In addition, it contains information on maintenance and care to help you maintain your motorcycle's reliability and safety, as well as its value. If you have questions concerning your motorcycle, your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide advice and assistance. We hope that you will enjoy riding your BMW and that all your journeys will be pleasant and safe. BMW Motorrad.
Table of Contents
You can also consult the index at the end of this Rider's Manual if you want to find a particular topic or item of information. 1 General instructions . . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 General view, left side . . . . . . . . 11 General view, right side . . . . . . 13 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . 14 Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . 15 Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . 16 Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 3 Status indicators . . . . . . . Standard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status indicators with onboard computer OE . . . . . . . . . . . Status indicators with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . Warnings issued by the onboard computer OE . . . . . . . . . . . ABS warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . ASC warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . RDC warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anti-theft alarm warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic immobiliser (EWS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Odometer and tripmeters . . . . On-board computer OE . . . . . . . 19 20 21 22 22 26 29 31 34 39 43 44 45 46 47 49 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BMW Motorrad Integral ABS OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Stability Control ASC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handlebars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . 52 53 54 55 56 56 58 59 60 60 61 61 62 63 64 66 68 69 69
Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lowered suspension OE . . . . . . Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Riding off-road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking your motorcycle . . . . . Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Engineering details . . . . . Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS OE . . . . . . . . Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 74 75 76 78 79 80 81 82 84 85 87 88 90 92 93
7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 96 Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Auxiliary headlights OA . . . . . . . . 97 Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Case OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Topcase OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Luggage carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . General instructions . . . . . . . . Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 108 108 109 111 111 114 116 117 117 118 124 125 132 134 135
9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protective wax coating . . . . . Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Technical data . . . . . . . Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
139 140 140 140 142 142 142 142 145 146 147 149 150 150 151 152 152 153 155 155 156 158 158
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Riding specifications . . . . . . . 159 11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BMW Motorrad service . . . . . BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . BMW Motorrad service network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . Confirmation of maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Confirmation of service . . . . . 161 162 162 162 163 163 164 169
General instructions Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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Overview
Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual will provide you with an initial overview of your motorcycle. All maintenance and repair work on the motorcycle is documented in Chapter 11. This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on your motorcycle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims. When the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual; it is an important part of the motorcycle.
Specific instructions on how to operate, control, adjust or look after items of equipment on the motorcycle. Indicates the end of an item of information. Instruction. Result of an activity. Reference to a page with more detailed information. Indicates the end of a passage relating to specific accessories or items of equipment. Tightening torque. Item of technical data.
OE
Optional extra The motorcycles are assembled complete with all the BMW optional extras originally ordered. Optional accessory You can obtain optional accessories through your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer; optional accessories have to be retrofitted to the motorcycle.
OA
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Abbreviations and symbols
Indicates warnings that you must comply with for reasons of your safety and the safety of others, and to protect your motorcycle against damage.
EWS Electronic immobiliser (Elektronische Wegfahrsicherung). DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebstahlwarnanlage) ABS ASC Anti-lock brake system Automatic Stability Control.
ESA
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Electronic Suspension Adjustment.
find these features described in separate manuals.
the basis of the data, illustrations or descriptions in this manual.
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Technical data
All dimensions, weights and power ratings stated in the Rider's Manual are quoted to the standards and comply with the tolerance requirements of the Deutsche Institut für Normung e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual countries may differ.
RDC Tyre pressure control (ReifenDruck-Control)
Equipment
When you ordered your BMW motorcycle, you chose various items of custom equipment. This Rider's Manual describes optional extras (OE) offered by BMW and selected optional accessories (OA). This explains why the manual may also contain descriptions of equipment which you have not ordered. Please note, too, that your motorcycle might not be exactly as illustrated in this manual on account of country-specific differences. If your BMW was supplied with equipment not described in this Rider's Manual, you will
Currency
The high safety and quality standards of BMW motorcycles are maintained by constant development work on designs, equipment and accessories. Because of this, your motorcycle may differ from the information supplied in the Rider's Manual. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely rule out errors and omissions. We hope you will appreciate that no claims can be entertained on
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General views General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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General view, left side
1 Adjuster, spring preload, front ( 63) 2 Adjustment of windscreen ( 60) 3 Adjuster for headlight beam throw (underneath the instrument panel) ( 69) 4 Clutch-fluid reservoir ( 116) 5 Type plate (on frame, behind side cover) 6 Seat lock ( 69) 7 Power socket ( 96) 8 Adjuster for damping characteristic, rear suspension ( 64) 9 Engine-oil filler neck ( 110) 10 Engine oil level indicator ( 109)
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General view, right side
1 2 3 4 Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 63) Fuel filler neck ( 84) Brake-fluid reservoir, front ( 114) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (on steering-head bearing) Air filter (behind right side panel) ( 132) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 115)
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Underneath the seat
1 2 3 Rider's Manual Battery ( 135) Toolkit, Payload table (in tool tray), Tyre pressures table (in tool tray) Helmet holder ( 71)
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Handlebar fitting, left
1 Operating the odometer ( 47), Operating the onboard computer OE ( 49) Operating the ABS OE ( 56), Operating ASC OE ( 58) Operating ESA OE ( 66) Horn Flashing turn indicators, left ( 54), Hazard warning flashers ( 55) Headlight flasher and highbeam headlight ( 53)
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Handlebar fitting, right
1 2 3 4 Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( 56) Starter button ( 76) Grip heating Flashing turn indicators, right ( 55), Hazard warning flashers ( 55) Cancel button, flashing turn indicators ( 55), Pushbutton, cancel hazard warning flashers ( 56)
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Instrument cluster
1 2 3 4 5 Speedometer Rev. counter Telltale lights ( 20) Multifunction display ( 20) Ambient-light brightness sensor (for adapting the brightness of the instrument lighting) with antitheft alarm (DWA) OE Anti-theft alarm telltale light (see the instructions for use for the anti-theft alarm) Operating the odometer ( 47), Operation of the clock ( 46)
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Headlight
1 2 3 Low-beam headlight High-beam headlight Side light
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Status indicators Standard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Status indicators with on-board computer OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Status indicators with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Warnings issued by the on-board computer OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ABS warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 ASC warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 RDC warnings OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Anti-theft alarm warnings OE . . . . . . . . . 39
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Multifunction display
Telltale lights
Gear indicator
The gear engaged or N for neutral appears on the display. If no gear is engaged, the 'neutral' telltale light also lights up.
Status indicators
Engine temperature
1 2 3 4 Flashing turn indicators, left High-beam headlight Idle Flashing turn indicators, right The horizontal bars below the temperature symbol indicate the engine temperature.
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Clock ( 46) Gear indicator ( 20) Engine temperature ( 20) Odometer and tripmeters ( 47) Fuel capacity ( 20)
Service-due indicator
Fuel capacity
The horizontal bars below the fuel-pump symbol indicate the remaining quantity of fuel. When the fuel in the tank is topped up the gauge briefly shows the original level, before the reading is updated.
If the next service is due in less than one month, the date for the
next service is shown briefly after the Pre-Ride Check completes. Month and year are both shown as two-digit numbers with a line as separator, so in this example the next service is due in March 2007.
the distance is counted down in steps of 100 km and is shown briefly after the Pre-Ride Check completes. If service is overdue, the due date or the odometer reading at which service was due is accompanied by the 'General' warning light showing yellow. The word "Service" remains permanently visible. If the service-due indicator appears more than a month in advance of the actual due date or if the word "Service" does not show permanently even though a service is overdue, the date stored in memory in the instrument panel is incorrect and must be set. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected for a prolonged period of time. If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Status indicators with on-board computer OE
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If the motorcycle covers long distances in the course of the year, under certain circumstances it might be necessary to have it serviced at a date in advance of the forecast due date. If the countdown distance to the odometer reading at which a service will be due is less than 1000 km,
Status-indicator panel of the on-board computer OE ( 49)
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Status indicators with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE
Standard warnings
Mode of presentation
The possible warnings are listed on the next page.
Status indicators
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Tyre-pressure readout OE ( 52)
The figures shown in the tyre-pressure readings are temperature-compensated (see the section entitled "Engineering details").
Warnings are indicated by the 'General' warning light 1 showing in combination with a warning word, for example 2 or in combination with one of the warning symbols 3. The 'General' warning light shows red or yellow, depending on the urgency of the warning. If two or more warnings occur at the same time, all the appropriate warning lights and warning symbols appear, alternating with warning words as applicable.
Warnings, overview Telltale lights
Lights up yellow Lights up yellow Lights up yellow Flashes red Lights up red Lights up yellow
Status indicators
Meaning
Electronic immobiliser active ( Fuel down to reserve ( 24) 24)
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EWS ! appears on the display FUEL ! appears
on the display Appears on the display Appears on the display Appears on the display
Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 24) Insufficient engine oil pressure ( Insufficient battery charge current ( 25) Rear light bulb defective ( Front light bulb defective ( Bulbs defective ( 26) 25) 26) 25)
LAMPR ! appears
on the display
LAMPF ! appears on the display
Lights up yellow
LAMPS ! appears on the display
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Electronic immobiliser active
General warning light shows yellow.
EWS ! appears on the display.
Possible cause: The key being used is not authorised for starting, or communication between key and engine electronics is disrupted. Remove all other vehicle keys from the same ring as the ignition key. Use the reserve key. Have the defective key replaced, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Status indicators
Lack of fuel can result in the engine misfiring and cutting out unexpectedly. Misfiring can damage the catalytic converter; a hazardous situation can result if the engine cuts out unexpectedly. Do not run the fuel tank dry. Possible cause: The fuel tank contains no more than the reserve quantity of fuel. Reserve fuel 4 l Refuel ( 84)
The engine is running in emergency operating mode. Engine power might be reduced and this can cause hazardous situations, particularly if you attempt to overtake other road users. Engine power level might be lower than normal: adapt your style of riding accordingly. Possible cause: The engine control unit has diagnosed a fault. In exceptional cases, the engine stops and refuses to start. Otherwise, the engine runs in emergency operating mode. You can continue to ride, but bear in mind that the usual engine power might not be available. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably
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Fuel down to reserve
General warning light shows yellow.
Engine in emergencyoperation mode
General warning light shows yellow. Engine symbol appears on the display.
FUEL ! appears on the display.
an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Top up the engine oil. Possible cause: The engine-oil pressure is insufficient. Riding when engine-oil pressure is low can result in engine damage. Do not continue your journey. Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Insufficient engine oil pressure
General warning light flashes red. Oil-can symbol appears on the display. The oil pressure in the lube-oil system is too low. Stop immediately and switch off the engine. The insufficient oil pressure warning does not fulfil the function of an oil gauge. The only way of checking whether the oil level is correct is to check the oil sight glass. Possible cause: The engine-oil level is too low. Check the engine oil level ( 109) If the oil level is too low:
the engine or the ABS. This can result in dangerous situations. If possible, do not continue your journey. Battery is not being charged. If you continue to ride the motorcycle the on-board electronics will drain the battery. Possible cause: Alternator or alternator drive belt defective Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Insufficient battery charge current
General warning light lights up red. Battery symbol appears on the display. A discharged battery can render various systems unavailable, for example the lights,
Rear light bulb defective
General warning light shows yellow.
LAMPR ! appears on the display.
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A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a complete set of spare bulbs if possible. Possible cause: Rear light or brake light bulb defective. The LED rear light must be replaced. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
complete set of spare bulbs if possible. Possible cause: Low-beam headlight, high-beam headlight, side-light or turn-indicator bulb defective. Replacing low-beam/high-beam headlight bulb ( 125) Replacing parking-light bulb ( 127) Replacing turn indicator bulbs, front and rear ( 128)
complete set of spare bulbs if possible. Possible cause: A combination of the bulb defects described above has occurred. See the fault descriptions above.
Warnings issued by the on-board computer OE
Mode of presentation
Bulbs defective
General warning light shows yellow.
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Front light bulb defective
LAMPF ! appears on the display. A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a
LAMPS ! appears on the display. A defective bulb places your safety at risk because it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle. Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry a
Warnings issued by the on-board computer appear in panel 1.
The possible warnings are listed on the next page.
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Warnings, overview Telltale lights
Status indicators
Appears on the display
Meaning
Engine-oil level too low ( 29)
Check Oil apStatus indicators
pears on the display. Appears on the display Ice warning ( 29)
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Engine-oil level too low
Oil-level symbol appears on the display.
Ice warning
Ice-crystal symbol appears on the display. Possible cause: The air temperature measured at the motorcycle is lower than 3 °C. The ice warning does not mean that there is no risk of black ice forming at measured temperatures above 3 °C. Always take extra care and think well ahead when temperatures are low; remember that the danger of black ice is particularly high on bridges and where the road is in the shade. Ride carefully and think well ahead.
ABS warnings OE
Mode of presentation
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Check Oil appears on the
display. Possible cause: The electronic oil-level sensor has registered an excessively low oil level. Check the engine-oil level at the oil-level indicator the next time you stop to refuel: Check the engine oil level ( 109) If the oil level is too low: Top up the engine oil ( 110) Possible cause: The oil sensor might be defective if the "Check oil level" message appears even though a check at the oil sight glass reveals that the oil level is correct. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
ABS warnings are indicated by ABS warning light 1. The way in which the ABS warning light indicates status can differ in some countries. Possible national variant. The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad Integral ABS start on page ( 88), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page.
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Warnings, overview Telltale lights
Flashes Lights up
Status indicators
Meaning
Self-diagnosis not completed ( ABS deactivated ( ABS fault ( 31) 31) 31)
Status indicators
Lights up
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Self-diagnosis not completed
ABS warning light flashes. Possible cause: The ABS function is not available, because selfdiagnosis did not complete. The motorcycle has to move forward a few metres for the wheel sensors to be tested. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind that the ABS function is not available until self-diagnosis has completed.
with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS II OE Activate the ABS function ( 57)
ASC warnings OE
Mode of presentation
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ABS fault
ABS warning light shows. Possible cause: The ABS control unit has detected a fault. The ABS function is not available. You can continue to ride the motorcycle, but make due provision for the fact that the ABS function is not available. Bear in mind the more detailed information on situations that can lead to an ABS fault ( 89). Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
ABS deactivated
ABS warning light shows. Possible cause: The rider has switched off the ABS system.
ASC warnings are indicated by ASC symbol 2 or off-road ASC symbol 3 in combination with 'General' warning light 1. The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad ASC start on page ( 90), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page.
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Warnings, overview Telltale lights
Quick-flashes yellow Quick-flashes yellow
Status indicators
Appears on the display Appears on the display Slow-flashes Slow-flashes Appears on the display
Meaning
ASC intervention ( 33) 33) 33)
Off-road ASC intervention (
Status indicators
Self-diagnosis not completed (
Self-diagnosis in off-road mode not completed ( 33) ASC deactivated ( ASC fault ( 34) 33)
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Appears on the display
ASC intervention
General warning light quickflashes yellow. ASC symbol appears on the display. The ASC has detected a degree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to reduce torque. The warning light flashes for longer than ASC intervention lasts. This affords the rider visual feedback on control intervention even after the critical situation has been dealt with.
flashes for longer than ASC intervention lasts. This affords the rider visual feedback on control intervention even after the critical situation has been dealt with.
Self-diagnosis in off-road mode not completed
Off-road ASC symbol slowflashes. Possible cause: Self-diagnosis did not complete, so the ASC function is not available. The engine must be running and the motorcycle must reach a speed of at least 5 km/ h once in order for ASC self-diagnosis to complete. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind that the ASC function is not available until self-diagnosis has completed.
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ASC symbol slow-flashes. Possible cause: Self-diagnosis did not complete, so the ASC function is not available. The engine must be running and the motorcycle must reach a speed of at least 5 km/ h once in order for ASC self-diagnosis to complete. Pull away slowly. Bear in mind that the ASC function is not available until self-diagnosis has completed.
Off-road ASC intervention
General warning light quickflashes yellow. Off-road ASC symbol appears on the display. The off-road ASC has detected a degree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to reduce torque. The warning light
ASC deactivated
ASC symbol appears on the display. Possible cause: The rider has switched off the ASC system.
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an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
RDC warnings OE
Mode of presentation
The tyre-pressure readings are based on a reference tyre temperature of 20 °C ( 93).
ASC fault
Status indicators
General warning light shows yellow. ASC symbol appears on the display. Possible cause: The ASC control unit has detected a fault. The ASC function and the off-road ASC function are not available. You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that the ASC function is not available. Bear in mind the more detailed information on situations that can lead to an ASC fault ( 91). Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably
range, 'General' warning light 1 shows yellow. If the tyre pressure registered by the sensor is outside the permissible tolerance range, the 'General' warning light flashes red. The detailed descriptions relating to BMW Motorrad RDC start on page ( 92), and you will find an overview listing the possible warnings on the next page.
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Warning symbol 2 indicates a critical tyre pressure, and the corresponding reading for the front tyre pressure 3 or the rear tyre pressure 4 flashes. If the critical value is close to the limit of the permissible tolerance
Warnings, overview Telltale lights
Lights up yellow
Status indicators
Tyre symbol appears on the display. The critical tyre pressure flashes.
Meaning
Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( 37)
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Flashes red
Tyre symbol appears on the display. The critical tyre pressure flashes. "--" or "-- --" appears on the display
Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance ( 37)
Signal transmission disrupted (
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Lights up yellow
Tyre symbol appears on the display. "--" or "-- --" appears on the display
Sensor defective or system error ( 38)
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Telltale lights
Lights up yellow
Status indicators
Meaning
Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak ( 39)
RDC! appears on
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Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance
General warning light shows yellow. Tyre symbol appears on the display. The critical tyre pressure flashes. Possible cause: Measured tyre pressure is close to the limit of permitted tolerance. Correct the tyre pressure as stated on the inside cover of the Rider's Manual. Before you adjust tyre pressure, read the information on temperature compensation and adjusting pressure in the section entitled "Engineering details".
Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance
General warning light flashes red. Tyre symbol appears on the display. The critical tyre pressure flashes. Possible cause: Measured tyre pressure is outside permitted tolerance. Check the tyre for damage and to ascertain whether the motorcycle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition. If the motorcycle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition: Incorrect tyre pressures impair the motorcycle's handling characteristics. If tyre pressure is incorrect it is essential to adapt your style of riding accordingly.
Correct the tyre pressure at the earliest possible opportunity. Before you adjust tyre pressure, read the information on temperature compensation and adjusting pressure in the section entitled "Engineering details". Have the tyre checked for damage by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If you are unsure whether the motorcycle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition: Do not continue your journey. Notify the breakdown service. Have the tyre checked for damage by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Signal transmission disrupted
"--" or "-- --" appears on the display. Possible cause: The motorcycle has not yet accelerated past the threshold of approximately 30 km/h. The RDC sensors do not start transmitting signals until the motorcycle reaches a speed above this threshold for the first time ( 92). Increase speed above this threshold and observe the RDC readings. Assume that a permanent fault has not occurred unless the 'General' warning light comes on to accompany the symptoms. Under these circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Possible cause: Wireless communication with the RDC sensors has been disrupted. Possible causes include radiocommunication systems operating in the vicinity and interfering with the link between the RDC control unit and the sensors. Move to another location and observe the RDC readings. Assume that a permanent fault has not occurred unless the 'General' warning light comes on to accompany the symptoms. Under these circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Tyre symbol appears on the display. "--" or "-- --" appears on the display. Possible cause: Motorcycle is fitted with wheels not equipped with RDC sensors. Fit wheels and tyres equipped with RDC sensors. Possible cause: One or two RDC sensors have failed. Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Possible cause: A system error has occurred. Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Status indicators
Sensor defective or system error
General warning light shows yellow.
Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak
General warning light shows yellow.
Anti-theft alarm warnings OE
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This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. Possible cause: The integral battery in the tyrepressure sensor has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity. There is no assurance of how long the tyre pressure control system can remain operational. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Anti-theft alarm warnings 2 appear in combination with 'General' warning light 1 showing after the Pre-Ride Check and relate to the capacity of the internal battery that supplies power to the anti-theft alarm. The possible warnings are listed on the next page.
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Status indicators
Meaning
Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 41) 41)
DWALO ! appears on the display
Lights up yellow
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DWA ! appears on the display
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Anti-theft alarm battery weak
DWALO ! appears on the display. This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. Possible cause: The integral battery in the antitheft alarm has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity. There is no assurance of how long the anti-theft alarm can remain operational if the motorcycle's battery is disconnected. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. Possible cause: The integral battery in the antitheft alarm has lost its entire original capacity. There is no assurance that the anti-theft alarm will be operational if the motorcycle's battery is disconnected. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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Anti-theft alarm battery flat
General warning light shows yellow.
DWA ! appears on the display.
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Operation Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . 44 Electronic immobiliser (EWS) . . . . . . . . 45 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 On-board computer OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . 56 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS OE . . . . . . 56 Automatic Stability Control ASC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Handlebars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Ignition switch and steering lock
Keys
You receive one master key and one spare key. Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 45). Ignition switch and steering lock, tank filler cap lock and seat lock are all operated with the same key. with case OA with topcase OA If you wish you can arrange to have the cases and the topcase fitted with locks that can be opened with this key as well. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Switching on ignition
Switching off ignition
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Turn the key to position 1. Side lights and all function circuits switched on. Engine can be started. Pre-ride check is performed. ( 77) with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS II OE ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ( 77) with Automatic Stability Control OE ASC self-diagnosis is performed. ( 78)
Turn the key to position 2. Lights switched off. Handlebars not locked. Key can be removed. Electrically powered accessories remain operational for a limited period of time. The battery can be recharged via the socket.
Locking handlebars
Turn the key to position 3, while moving the handlebars slightly. Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched off. Handlebars locked. Key can be removed.
engine cannot be started with a key that has been barred.
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In-key electronics
The motorcycle's electronics exchange certain continuously changing signals with the electronics in the key; these signals are specific to your motorcycle and they are transmitted via the ring aerial in the ignition lock. The ignition is not enabled for starting until the key has been recognised as "authorised" for your motorcycle. A spare key attached to the same ring as the ignition key used to start the engine could "irritate" the electronics, in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued. The EWS warning appears in the multifunction display. Always keep the spare key separately from the ignition key.
Electronic immobiliser (EWS)
If the motorcycle is on the side stand, the surface of the ground will determine whether it is better to turn the handlebars to the left or right. However, the motorcycle is more stable on a level surface with the handlebars turned to the left than with the handlebars turned to the right. On level ground, always turn the handlebars to the left to set the steering lock. Turn the handlebars to the full left or right lock position.
Protection against theft
The electronic immobiliser helps protect your BMW motorcycle from theft, and this enhanced security is at your disposal without any need for you to set parameters or activate additional systems. The engine of a motorcycle fitted with this electronic immobiliser can be started only with the keys that belong to the vehicle. You can also have your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer bar individual keys, for example if a particular key goes missing. The
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Replacement and extra keys
You can obtain replacement/extra keys only through an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys are part of an integrated security system, so the dealer is under an obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys. If you want to have a lost key barred, you have to bring with you all the other keys that belong to the motorcycle. A key that has been barred can subsequently be cleared and reactivated for use.
Switch on the ignition. without on-board computer OE without tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE
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Alternatively, repeatedly press button 2 until the total distance covered reading appears on the display. Repeatedly press button 1 until the odometer reading appears on the display.
Clock
Setting clock
Attempting to set the clock while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Set the clock only when the motorcycle is stationary.
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The clock is now set and the time appears on the display.
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Odometer and tripmeters
Selecting readings
Switch on the ignition. Hold down the button. Hours reading 3 flashes. Press the button. The hours reading increments by one each time you press the button. Hold down the button. Minutes reading 4 flashes. Press the button. The minutes reading increments by one each time you press the button. Either press and hold down the button or wait without pressing a button.
Repeatedly press button 2 until the clock appears on the display. In this case, the button in the instrument cluster operates only the tripmeters.
Press button 1.
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The display starts with the current value and each time the button is pressed it moves one step through the following sequence: Total distance covered Tripmeter 1 (Trip I) Tripmeter 2 (Trip II) Residual range (once fuel level is down to reserve)
Press and hold down button 1. The tripmeter is reset to zero. If you prefer, you can use button 2 for this purpose. without on-board computer OE
Resetting tripmeter
Switch on the ignition. Select the desired tripmeter.
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Residual range
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the fuel-level reading nor the residual-range readout can be updated. The calculated range is an approximate value. Consequently, BMW Motorrad recommends that you should not try to use the full residual range before refuelling.
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On-board computer OE
If you prefer, you can use button 2 for this purpose. The residual-range readout indicates how far you can ride with the fuel remaining in the tank. This reading is not displayed until fuel level has dropped to reserve. This distance is calculated on the basis of fuel level and average consumption. When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above reserve, as otherwise the sensor will not be able to register the new level. If the sensor cannot register the new level neither
Selecting readings
Switch on the ignition.
Press button 1.
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Ambient temperature
the temperature drops below this threshold for the first time.
Average speed
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The display starts with the current value and each time the button is pressed it moves one step through the following sequence: Ambient temperature Average speed Average consumption Range Oil level Tyre pressures (OE)
When the motorcycle is at a standstill the heat of the engine can falsify ambient-temperature reading 1. If the effect of the engine's heat becomes excessive, -- temporarily appears on the display. If ambient temperature drops below 3 °C a warning appears, drawing your attention to the risk of black ice forming. The display automatically switches from any other mode to the temperature reading when
Average speed 1 is calculated on the basis of the time elapsed since the last reset. Times during which the engine was stopped are excluded from the calculation.
Resetting average speed
Switch on the ignition. Select average speed.
the corresponding amount of fuel used.
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Resetting average consumption
Switch on the ignition. Select average consumption.
Press and hold down button 1. Average speed is reset to zero.
Average consumption
Press and hold down button 1. Average consumption is reset to zero.
Average consumption 1 is calculated by dividing the distance covered since the last reset by
The description of the residualrange function ( 49) also covers range readout 1. You can also view the range before the fuel level drops to reserve. A special average-consumption figure is used to calculate range; this figure is not necessarily the same as the value you can call up for viewing on the display. When the motorcycle is propped on its side stand the slight angle of inclination means that the sensor cannot register the fuel level correctly. This is the reason why the range is calculated only
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when the motorcycle is on the move. The calculated range is only an approximate reading. Consequently, BMW Motorrad recommends that you should not try to use the full range before refuelling.
Operation
Oil level
The preconditions for the oil level check are as follows: Engine at operating temperature. Engine idling for at least 10 seconds. Side stand retracted. Make sure the motorcycle is upright. The readings mean:
The most recently measured level is displayed for 5 seconds when you next switch on the ignition. The oil-level sensor might be defective if the "Check oil level" message appears even though the oil level in the oil sight glass is correct. In this case, consult your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
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OK: Oil level is correct. CHECK: Check the oil level the
next time you stop for fuel. If you call up another reading on the on-board computer, this symbol remains visible until the sensor again registers a correct oil level.
Tyre pressure monitoring RDC OE
Viewing tyre-pressure readings
Switch on the ignition.
Oil-level indicator 1 gives you an indication of the engine oil level. You can call up this reading only when the motorcycle is at a standstill.
---: Oil level cannot be measured (conditions as stated above not satisfied).
Repeatedly press button 1 until the tyre-pressure readings appear on the display.
Lights
Side light
The side lights switch on automatically when the ignition is switched on. The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary.
High-beam headlight and headlight flasher
The tyre pressures are shown, accompanied by the wording RDC P. The front tyre pressure is on the left; the reading
Press the top section of fullbeam headlight switch 1.
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on the right is the rear tyre pressure. The tyre-pressure readings are based on a reference tyre temperature of 20 °C. -- -appears directly after the ignition is switched on, because the sensors do not transmit tyre pressures until the motorcycle accelerates to 30 km/h.
Low-beam headlight
The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when you start the engine. When the engine is not running you can switch on the lights by switching on the ignition and either switching on the high-beam headlight or operating the headlight flasher.
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Operation
High-beam headlight switched on. Move full-beam headlight switch 1 to the centre position. High-beam headlight switched off. Press the bottom section of full-beam headlight switch 1. The high-beam headlight is switched on until you release the button (headlight flasher).
Turn indicators
Switching on left flashing turn indicators
Switch on the ignition. The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after you have ridden for approximately 10 seconds, or covered a distance of about 200 m.
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Switching on parking lights
Switch off the ignition.
Immediately after switching off the ignition, press and hold down button 1 for the left turn indicators. Parking light switches on.
Switching off parking lights
Switch the ignition on and then off again. Parking lights switched off.
Press button 1 for the lefthand turn indicators. Left-hand turn indicators switched on. Telltale light for left-hand turn indicators flashes.
Switching on right flashing turn indicators
Switch on the ignition. The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after you have ridden for approximately 10 seconds, or covered a distance of about 200 m.
Cancelling turn indicators
warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. If you press a turn-indicator button with the ignition switched on, the turn-indicator function is activated instead of the hazard warning flashers, and remains active until you release the button. The hazard warning flashers recommence flashing as soon as the button is released.
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Press cancel button 3. Flashing turn indicators switched off. Turn indicator telltale lights are off.
Press button 2 for the righthand turn indicators. Right-hand turn indicators switched on. Telltale light for right-hand turn indicators flashes.
Hazard warning flashers
Switching on hazard warning flashers
Switch on the ignition. The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard Simultaneously press button 1 for left turn indicators and button 2 for right turn indicators.
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The hazard warning flashers are switched on. Left and right turn indicator telltale lights flash. Switch off the ignition. The hazard warning flashers continue to operate. Left and right turn indicator telltale lights are off.
Emergency off switch (kill switch)
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1 Emergency off switch (kill switch)
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Normal operating position (run) Engine switched off.
Operating the kill switch when riding can cause the rear wheel to lock and thus cause a fall. Do not operate the kill switch when riding. Press cancel button 3. Hazard warning flashers switched off. The emergency off switch is a kill switch for switching off the engine quickly and easily.
You cannot start the engine unless the kill switch is in the run position.
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS OE
Deactivating ABS function
Bring the motorcycle to a stop or, if the motorcycle is at a standstill, switch on the ignition.
ABS warning light remains ON. The ABS function is deactivated, but the integral function remains active.
Activating ABS function
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Press and hold down button 1 until the ABS warning light changes status. ABS warning light shows. with Automatic Stability Control OE Initially, the ASC symbol changes status. Press and hold down button 1 until the ABS warning light responds. Under these circumstances there is no change in the ASC setting. Release the ABS button within two seconds.
If you deactivate the ABS, the function is initially disabled for the front wheel only. If you subsequently apply the brakes by pulling only the handbrake lever, the Integral function ensures that the rear wheel is also braked and ABS control remains active for the rear wheel. ABS control for the rear wheel is not deactivated until you depress the footbrake lever.
Press and hold down button 1 until the ABS warning light changes status. ABS warning light goes out; if self-diagnosis has not completed it starts flashing. Release the ABS button within two seconds. The ABS warning light remains off or continues to flash. The ABS function is activated. You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again.
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If you switch the ignition off then on again and the ABS light comes back on, there is a fault in the ABS.
Automatic Stability Control ASC OE Operation
Operation
The BMW Motorrad ASC system can be deactivated and activated and switched to an offroad mode ( 91) for riding on pebbly or gravely surfaces and on loose sand. ASC is active when the ASC symbol does not show. This symbol appears on the display to indicate that ASC is active in off-road mode. This symbol appears on the display to indicate that ASC has been deactivated.
Sequence of operations: Switch from ASC to off-road ASC Deactivate ASC Activate ASC
Switching and deactivating ASC function
Switch on the ignition. You have the option of deactivating the ASC function while the motorcycle is on the move. Press and hold down ASC button 1 until the ASC symbol changes status. Off-road ASC symbol shows; if self-diagnosis has not completed the off-road ASC symbol flashes. Release the ASC button within two seconds. Off-road ASC symbol remains visible or continues to flash. The off-road ASC function is activated.
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Press and hold down the ASC button until the ASC symbol again changes status. ASC symbol appears on the display. Release the ASC button within two seconds. ASC symbol continues to show. The ASC function is deactivated.
Activating ASC function
The ASC function is activated. You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again. An ASC fault has occurred if the ASC warning light shows when the motorcycle accelerates to a speed in excess of 10 km/h after the ignition was switched off and then on again.
Introduce seat rods 1 and 2 into holders 3.
Seat height
Adjusting seat height
Press and hold down ASC button 1 until the ASC symbol changes status. Remove the front seat ( 70)
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Turn the front seat upside down.
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Windscreen
Adjusting windscreen
Clutch
Adjusting clutch lever
If the position of the clutch fluid reservoir is changed, air can enter the clutch system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars.
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The front seat can work loose and wobble if the two seat rods are not in the same position. Always be sure to install both seat rods in the same position. Introduce the seat rods in position 4. Seat set to high position. Introduce the seat rods in position 5. Seat set to low position. Install the front seat ( 70)
Slacken clamping screws 1 on left and right. Pivot the windscreen forward or back to the desired position. Make sure that clamping screws 1 on left and right are symmetrically positioned. Tighten the clamping screws.
Attempting to adjust the clutch lever while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the clutch lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.
Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise.
The adjusting screw is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever forward. Span between handlebar grip and clutch lever increases. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise. Span between handlebar grip and clutch lever decreases.
Mirrors
Adjusting mirrors
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Brakes
Adjusting handbrake lever
Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars. Attempting to adjust the brake lever while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Do not attempt to adjust the brake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.
Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise. The adjusting screw is easier to turn if you push the handbrake lever forward. Span between handlebar grip and handbrake lever increases. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise. Span between handlebar grip and handlebar lever decreases. Turn the mirror to the correct position.
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Adjusting mirror arm
Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener.
Handlebars
Adjusting handlebars
You can turn the handlebar clamping blocks 180° to increase or decrease handlebar reach. Long-reach position, handlebars away from rider. In order to ensure that the handlebars are set correctly, this adjustment should be carried out by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Short-reach position, handlebars toward rider.
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Spring preload
Adjustment for front suspension
It is essential to set spring preload of the front suspension to suit the terrain. Increase spring preload for riding in rough terrain and reduce if the terrain is level.
Spring preload at front wheel Spring preload at setting 5 (For riding off-road)
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Adjusting spring preload for front wheel
Your motorcycle's handling will suffer if you do not match the spring-preload and damping-characteristic settings. Adjust the damping characteristic to suit spring preload. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.
If you want to reduce spring preload, turn spring retainer 1 in direction a. If you want to increase spring preload, turn the spring retainer in direction b. Spring preload at front wheel without Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE Spring preload at setting 2 (On-road riding) Spring preload at setting 3 (For riding on gravel tracks and similar and with load)
It is essential to set spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the motorcycle is lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.
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Adjustment for rear suspension
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If you want to reduce spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the LOW arrow. Basic setting of spring preload, rear
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Damping
Setting
Damping must be adapted to suit the surface on which the motorcycle is ridden and to suit spring preload. An uneven surface requires softer damping than a smooth surface.
An increase in spring preload requires firmer damping, a reduction in spring preload requires softer damping.
Adjust the damping characteristic, using the tool from the on-board toolkit to turn adjusting screw 1.
Basic setting of rear-suspension damping characteristic without Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go in the direction indicated by the H arrow and then turn it back one and a half turns in the direction indicated by the S arrow (Full load of fuel, with rider 85 kg) with lowered suspension OE Turn the adjusting screw as far as it will go in the direction indicated by the H arrow and then turn it back three quarters of a turn in the direction indicated by the S arrow (Full load of fuel, with rider 85 kg)
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Adjusting damping for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.
There is a risk of injury by burns if you adjust the damping characteristic while the silencer is hot. Use a screwdriver extension and wear protective gloves.
If you want a harder damping characteristic, use a screwdriver to turn adjusting screw 1 in the direction indicated by the H arrow. If you want a softer damping characteristic, use a screwdriver to turn adjusting screw 1 in the direction indicated by the S arrow.
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Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA OE
Possible adjustments
Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA provides a convenient way of adapting the motorcycle to the load it carries and the surface over which you intend riding. You can adapt the suspension settings for on-road or off-road riding.
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readings are not shown while the ESA readout is active. In order for you to adapt the motorcycle's handling to suit load and the surface on which you will be riding, three spring-preload stages can be combined with any of three damping characteristics for road riding, and in offroad mode you have a choice of two spring-preload stages that can be combined with any of three damping-characteristic settings. The detailed description of the ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment system starts on page ( 93).
Operation
Press button 1. The current setting is displayed. The reading remains visible for a few seconds before disappearing automatically.
Calling up settings
Switch on the ignition.
Adjusting suspension damping
Switch on the ignition. You can adjust the damping characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move.
The damping characteristic is shown in panel 1 of the multifunction display, and spring preload in panel 2. The odometer
Sporty damping characteristic If you have selected a spring preload setting for off-road riding, the display starts at the current status and cycles through the following sequence:
SPORT:
SOFT:
Press button 1. The current setting is displayed. Press button 1 once at each step. If you have selected a spring preload setting for road riding, the display starts at the current status and cycles through the following sequence: teristic
Soft damping charac-
NORM: Normal damping characteristic HARD: Hard damping characteristic The setting shown on the display is automatically accepted as the damping characteristic if you allow a certain length of time to pass without pressing button 1.
Adjusting spring preload
Start the engine. You cannot adjust spring preload while the motorcycle is on the move.
COMF: Comfortable damping characteristic NORM: Normal damping characteristic
Press button 1. The current setting is displayed. Press and hold down button 1 until the reading changes. The display field starts at the current status and cycles through the following sequence:
Operation z
Wait until adjustment completes (reading stops flashing) before pulling away. If the temperature is very low, take the weight off the motorcycle before increasing spring preload; if applicable, have your passenger dismount.
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67
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68
One-up One-up with luggage Two-up (with luggage)
pressing button 1. The reading flashes while spring preload adjustment is in progress.
Check tyre pressures against the data below. Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar (one-up, tyre cold) 2.5 bar (two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold) Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold) 2.9 bar (two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold) If tyre pressure is too low: Correct tyre pressure.
Tyres
Checking tyre pressure
Incorrect tyre pressures impair the motorcycle's handling characteristics and increase the rate of tyre wear. Always check that the tyre pressures are correct. At high road speeds, tyre valves installed perpendicular to the wheel rim have a tendency to open as a result of centrifugal force. In order to avoid a sudden loss of tyre pressure, fit a valve cap with rubber sealing ring to the rear tyre and make sure that the cap is screwed on firmly. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.
Operation z
The possible settings for off-road riding then appear on the display. The damping-characteristic settings you can select also changes accordingly.
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