BMW Motorrad

Rider's Manual
F 850 GS
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Welcome to BMW your vehicle is a precondition for
generous treatment of goodwill
We congratulate you on claims.
your choice of a vehicle from If the time comes to sell your
BMW Motorrad and welcome BMW, please remember to hand
you to the community of BMW over this Rider's Manual to the
riders. Familiarise yourself with new owner. It is an important
your new vehicle so that you can part of the vehicle.
ride it safely and confidently in all
traffic situations. Suggestions and criticism
If you have questions concern-
About this Rider's Manual ing your vehicle, your authorised
Please read this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly
carefully before starting to use provide advice and assistance.
your new BMW. It contains im-
portant information on how to We hope you will enjoy riding
operate the controls and how to your BMW and that all your jour-
make the best possible use of all neys will be pleasant and safe
your BMW's technical features.
In addition, it contains informa- BMW Motorrad.
tion on maintenance and care to
help you maintain your vehicle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
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Table of Contents
Instrument cluster with Con- Intelligent emergency
1 General instructions . . . . 5 nectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 29 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Abbreviations and Indicator and warning Day run lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Hazard warning lights sys-
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 32 tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Currentness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Indicator and warning lights Multifunction display . . . . . . 101
Additional sources of informa- with Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 TFT display in Pure Ride Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Certificates and operating li- view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 General settings in the mul-
cences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 TFT display in view tifunction display . . . . . . . . . . 106
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 On-board computer with
Intelligent emergency call Indicator lights with Con- Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 nectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Antilock Brake System
2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . 17 (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
General view, left side . . . . . . . 19 Automatic Stability Control
Ignition switch/steering
General view, right side . . . . . 21 (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 22 Dynamic Traction Control
Ignition with Key-
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 23 (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
less Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Multifunction switch, Electronic Suspension Ad-
Emergency off switch (kill
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 justment (D­ESA) . . . . . . . . . 114
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
PRO riding mode . . . . . . . . . 120
Riding mode PRO with 6 Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . 151 Off-roading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Cruise-control system . . . . . 123 Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Parking your motor-
Tyre pressure monitoring Alarm function. . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Heated handlebar grips . . . 126 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Securing motorcycle for
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 7 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Rider's manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 9 Engineering
5 TFT display . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
General instructions . . . . . . . 130 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 General instructions . . . . . . . 184
Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Anti-lock brake system
Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
General settings . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Automatic Stability Control
Bluetooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 8 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
My vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . 164 Dynamic Traction Control
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Comply with checklist . . . . . 167 (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 When changing the load Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 status: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Tyre pressure monitoring
Display software Always before riding (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 off: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Display licence informa- Every 3rd refuelling 10 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 197
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 stop: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 General instructions . . . . . . . 198
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Toolkit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Service tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 199
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 12 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 269
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . 252 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Cleaning easily damaged Riding specifications . . . . . . 272
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 14 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Care of paintwork . . . . . . . . . 254 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 274
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Vehicle preservation . . . . . . . 254 BMW Motorrad Service
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Laying up the motor- history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 BMW Motorrad mobility
Body panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Restoring motorcycle to services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 275
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 13 Technical data . . . . . . 257 Maintenance schedule . . . . 277
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 258 Maintenance confirma-
Diagnostic connector . . . . . . 231 Screw connections . . . . . . . . 260 tions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Service confirmations . . . . . 292
11 Accessories . . . . . . . . . 235 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 15 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
General instructions . . . . . . . 236 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Certificate for electronic
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Certificate for Key-
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 265 less Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Navigation system . . . . . . . . . 244 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Certificate for tyre pressure
Chassis and control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Certificate for TFT instru-
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 ment cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 267
16 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1
5
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General instructions
Currentness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Additional sources of information . . . . 8
Certificates and operating
licences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Intelligent emergency call
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 z
 Overview WARNING Medium-risk Reference to a page with
1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual
hazard. Non-avoidance can more detailed informa-
lead to fatal or severe injury. tion.
6 will provide you with an initial
overview of your motorcycle. DANGER High-risk haz-
Indicates the end of a
All maintenance and repair work ard. Non-avoidance leads
passage relating to spe-
on the vehicle is documented in to fatal or severe injury.
cific accessories or items
Chapter 13. This record of the ATTENTION Special of equipment.
General instructions

maintenance work you have had notes and precautionary

performed on your vehicle is a measures. Non-compliance can Tightening torque.
precondition for generous treat- lead to damage to the vehicle or
ment of goodwill claims. accessory and, consequently, to
If you sell your BMW some day, voiding of the warranty. Technical data.
please also remember to hand
NOTICE Specific instruc-
over the Rider's Manual; it is an
tions on how to operate, NV National-market version.
important element of your motor-
control, adjust or look after items
cycle.
of equipment on the vehicle. OE Optional extras.
z Abbreviations and Indicates the end of an The vehicles are as-
item of information. sembled complete with
symbols all the BMW Motorrad
CAUTION Low-risk hazard. Instruction. optional extras originally
Non-avoidance can lead to ordered.
slight or moderate injury. Result of an activity.
OA Optional accessories. DWA Anti-theft alarm (Dieb- Technical data
You can obtain stahlwarnanlage).
All dimensions, weights and 1
BMW Motorrad
RDC Tyre pressure monitor- power outputs in the rider's 7
optional accessories
ing. manual refer to the German
through your authorised
standard DIN (Deutsches Institut
BMW Motorrad dealer;
für Normung e. V.) and comply
optional accessories Equipment
with its specified tolerances.
have to be retrofitted to When purchasing your BMW mo-

General instructions
Technical data and specifications
the vehicle. torcycle, you chose a model with in this rider's manual serve as
individual equipment. This rider's reference points. The vehicle-
ABS Anti-lock brake system.
manual describes optional equip- specific data may deviate from
ASC Automatic Stability Con- ment (OE) and selected optional these, for example as a result of
trol. accessories (OA) provided by selected optional equipment,
BMW. Please make allowance the national-market version or
EWS Electronic immobiliser. for the fact that some equip- country-specific measuring
ment specifications may be de- procedures. Detailed values
D- Electronic chassis and scribed that you have not selec- can be taken from the vehicle
ESA suspension adjustment. ted. Equally, country-specific de- registration documents and
z
viations to the motorcycle shown signs on the vehicle, or can be
DTC Dynamic Traction Con- are also possible. obtained from your authorised
trol (optional extra only If your motorcycle has equipment BMW Motorrad Retailer or
in combination with Pro that is not described, you will find another qualified service partner
riding modes). the relevant description in a sep- or specialist workshop. The
arate manual. specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority
 over the information provided in Internet exchange between each other.
1 this rider's manual. The rider's manual for your Some control units are required
vehicle, operating and installation for the vehicle to function safely
8 Currentness or provide assistance during rid-
instructions for any accessories
The high safety and quality level and general information on ing, for example assistance sys-
of BMW motorcycles is ensured BMW Motorrad, for example tems. In addition, control units
by constant further development relating to technology, are enable comfort or infotainment
in the areas of design, equipment available at www.bmw- functions.
General instructions

and accessories. This may res- motorrad.com/service. Information on data that has
ult in deviations between these been stored or exchanged can
operating instructions and your Certificates and be obtained from the manufac-
motorcycle. Also, mistakes can- operating licences turer of the vehicle, for example
not be completely excluded by via a separate booklet.
The certificates for the vehicle
BMW Motorrad. Please therefore and the official operating licences Personal reference
understand that we do not ac- for any accessories are available
cept any liability for claims arising Each vehicle is identified with a
at www.bmw-motorrad.com/ clear vehicle identification num-
from incorrect information, draw- certification.
z ings and descriptions. ber. Depending on the country,
the vehicle identification num-
Data memory ber, the number plate and the
Additional sources of
General corresponding authorities can
information be referenced to ascertain the
Control units are installed in the
BMW Motorrad Retailer vehicle. Control units process vehicle owner. There are also
Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will data that they receive, for ex- other ways to use data obtained
be happy to answer any ques- ample, from vehicle sensors, or from the vehicle to trace the rider
tions you may have. that they generate themselves or or vehicle owner, for example
using the ConnectedDrive user To obtain this information, proof Legal requirements for the
account. of ownership or use is required. disclosure of data 1
The right to information also in- As part of its legal responsib-
Data protection rights cludes information about data 9
ilities, the manufacturer of the
In accordance with applicable that has been shared with other vehicle is obligated to make its
data protection laws, vehicle companies or entities. stored data available to the rel-
users have certain rights in re- The website of the vehicle man- evant authorities. This data is
lation to the manufacturer of the ufacturer contains the applicable provided in the required scope in

General instructions
vehicle or in relation to compan- data protection information. This individual cases, for example to
ies which collect or process per- data protection information in- clarify a criminal offence.
sonal data. cludes information on the right to In the context of applicable laws,
Vehicle users have the right to have data deleted or corrected. public agencies are entitled in
obtain full information at no cost The manufacturer of the vehicle individual cases to read out data
from persons or entities storing also provides their contact details from the vehicle themselves.
personal data of the vehicle user. and those of the data protection
These entities may include: officer on their website. Operating data in the vehicle
Manufacturer of the vehicle The vehicle owner can also re- Control units process data to op-
Qualified service partners quest that a BMW Motorrad Re- erate the vehicle. z
Specialist workshops tailer or another qualified service This includes, for example:
Service providers partner or specialist workshop Status reports of the vehicle
read out the data that is stored in and its individual components,
Vehicle users have the right to the vehicle for a charge. for example wheel revolutions,
request information on what per- The vehicle data is read out us- wheel speed, deceleration
sonal data has been stored, for ing the legally prescribed socket
what purpose the data is used, for on-board diagnosis (OBD) in
and where the data comes from. the vehicle.
 Environmental conditions, for Response of the vehicle in vehicle together with the vehicle
1 example temperature special riding situations, for identification number.
example engagement of the The information can be read out
10 The data is only processed in driving dynamics systems by a BMW Motorrad Retailer or
the vehicle itself and is gener- Information on incidents result- another qualified service part-
ally non-permanent. The data is ing in damage to the vehicle ner or specialist workshop. The
not stored beyond the operating legally stipulated socket for on-
period. The data is necessary for the board diagnosis (OBD) in the
General instructions

Electronic components, for ex- provision of control unit functions. vehicle is used to read out the
ample control units, contain com- Furthermore, the data is used to data.
ponents for storing technical in- detect and rectify malfunctions The data is obtained, processed
formation. Information can be and to enable the vehicle manu- and used by the relevant parts of
temporarily or permanently stored facturer to optimise vehicle func- the retailer network. The data is
on the vehicle condition, com- tions. used to document the technical
ponent loads, incidents or errors. The vast majority of this data is conditions of the vehicle, to help
This information is generally used non-permanent and is only pro- with error localization, to comply
to document the condition of a cessed in the vehicle itself. Only with warranty obligations and to
z component, a module, a system a small amount of the data is improve quality.
or the surrounding area, for ex- stored in incident or fault memor- In addition, the manufacturer has
ample: ies as required by events. various product monitoring ob-
Operating conditions of system If services are accessed, for ex- ligations arising from product li-
components, for example filling ample repairs, service processes, ability legislation. To meet these
levels, tyre pressure warranty cases and quality assur- obligations, the vehicle manu-
Malfunctions and faults in im- ance measures, this technical in- facturer requires technical data
portant system components, formation can be read out of the from the vehicle. The data from
for example light and brakes the vehicle can also be used to
check warranty claims from the nication system of the vehicle, for the selected settings when using
customer. example using a smartphone. the services. 1
Error and incident memories in Depending on the individual Incorporation of mobile end
the vehicle can be reset dur- equipment, this includes: devices 11
ing servicing or repair work by Multimedia data, such as music Depending on the equipment,
a BMW Motorrad Retailer or an- for playback mobile end devices connected to
other qualified service partner or Contacts data for use in con- the vehicle, for example smart-
specialist workshop. nection with a communication phones, can be controlled using

General instructions
system or an integrated naviga- the operating elements of the
Data input and data transfer tion system vehicle.
in the vehicle Entered destinations The image and sound of the mo-
General Data on the use of internet bile end device can then be out-
Depending on the equipment, services. This data can be put via the multimedia system.
comfort and customised settings stored locally in the vehicle At the same time, specific in-
can be stored in the vehicle and or is located on a device that formation is transferred to the
can be changed or reset at any is connected to the vehicle, mobile end device. Depending
time. for example smartphone, USB on the type of integration, this in-
This includes, for example: stick, MP3 player. If this data is cludes, for example, position data z
Settings of the windscreen po- stored in the vehicle, the data and additional general vehicle in-
sition can be deleted at any time. formation. This enables optimal
Chassis and suspension set- use of the selected apps, for ex-
tings This data is transferred to third ample navigation or music play-
parties only if personally reques- back.
If required, data can be entered ted within the context of using The type of additional data pro-
in the entertainment and commu- online services. This depends on cessing is determined by the
provider of the respective app.
 The scope of the possible set- functions are described at operating conditions of the indi-
1 tings depends on the corres- suitable points, for example vidual provider. The vehicle man-
ponding app and the operating rider's manual, website of the ufacturer has no influence on the
12 system of the mobile end device. manufacturer. At the same time, content that is exchanged in this
information is also provided on instance. Information on the type,
Services the relevant data protection law. scope and purpose of the data
General Personal data may be used to capture and use of personal data
If the vehicle has a wireless con- provide online services. Data as part of the services of third
General instructions

nection, this enables the ex- is exchanged using a secure parties can be ascertained from
change of data between the connection, for example with the individual provider.
vehicle and other systems. The the IT systems provided by the
wireless connection is enabled by vehicle manufacturer. Intelligent emergency
the vehicle's own transmitter and Obtaining, processing and us- call system
receiver unit or using personally ing personal data outside of the
with intelligent emergency
integrated mobile end devices, normal provision of services re-
call OE
for example smartphones. On- quires legal permission, contrac-
line functions can be used using tual agreement or consent. It is Principle
z this wireless connection. These also possible to have the entire
The intelligent emergency call
include online services and apps data connection activated or de-
system enables manual or auto-
that are provided by the vehicle activated. Statutory functions are
matic emergency calls, for ex-
manufacturer or by other pro- excluded from this.
ample in the event of an acci-
viders. Services from other providers dent.
Services of the vehicle manu- When using online services from The emergency calls are re-
facturer other providers, these services ceived by an emergency call
For online services of the vehicle are subject to the responsibil- centre that is commissioned by
manufacturer, the individual ity and the data protection and the vehicle manufacturer.
For information on operating the European Parliament and of the SIM card
intelligent emergency call system European Council. The intelligent emergency call 1
and its functions, please refer to The relevant ordinances and dir- system is operated by mobile ra-
"Intelligent emergency call". ectives regulate the protection of 13
dio using the SIM card installed
natural persons during the pro- in the vehicle. The SIM card is
Legal basis cessing of personal data. permanently logged into the mo-
Processing of personal data us- The processing of personal data bile phone network to enable
ing the intelligent emergency call by the intelligent emergency call rapid connection setup. Data is

General instructions
system is in line with the follow- system satisfies the European sent to the vehicle manufacturer
ing regulations: directives for the protection of in the event of an emergency.
Protection of personal data: personal data.
Directive 95/46/EC of the The intelligent emergency call Improving quality
European Parliament and of the system processes personal data The data that is transferred in
Council. only with the agreement of the an emergency is also used by
vehicle owner. the manufacturer of the vehicle
Protection of personal data:
The intelligent emergency call to improve product and service
Directive 2002/58/EC of the
system and other services with quality.
European Parliament and of the z
additional benefits may only pro-
Council. Location determination
cess personal data with the ex-
The legal basis for the activa- press permission of the person The position of the vehicle can
tion and function of the intelli- affected by the data processing, be determined exclusively by
gent emergency call system is for example the vehicle owner. the mobile phone network pro-
the completed ConnectedRide vider based on the mobile phone
contract for this function, as well site locations. The provider can-
as the corresponding laws, or- not link the vehicle identifica-
dinances and directives of the tion number and phone number
 of the installed SIM card. Only sensors in the vehicle, an emer- Contact details, for example the
1 the manufacturer of the vehicle gency call is automatically activ- phone number of the installed
can link the vehicle identification ated. SIM card and the phone num-
14 number and phone number of ber of the rider, if available, to
the installed SIM cards. Sent information enable rapid contact with those
In the event of an emergency involved in the accident if re-
Log data of emergency calls call by the intelligent emergency quired.
The log data of emergency calls call system, the same informa-
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is stored in a memory of the tion is sent to the commissioned Data storage

vehicle. The oldest log data is emergency call centre as is sent The data for an activated
regularly deleted. The log data by the statutory emergency call emergency call is stored in
includes, for example, information system eCall to the emergency the vehicle. The data contains
on when and where an emer- services. information on the emergency
gency call was made. In excep- In addition, the intelligent emer- call, for example the location and
tional cases, the log data can be gency call system sends the fol- time of the emergency call.
read out of the vehicle memory. lowing additional information to The voice recordings of the
As a rule, log data is only read an emergency call centre com- emergency call are stored at the
z out following a court order, and missioned by the vehicle man- emergency call centre.
this is only possible if the corres- ufacturer and, if required, to the The voice recordings of the cus-
ponding devices are connected emergency services: tomer are stored for 24 hours in
directly to the vehicle. Accident data, for example the case details of the emergency
direction of impact detected call need to be analysed. After
Automatic emergency call by the vehicle sensors, to as- this, the voice recordings are
The system is designed so that, sist the emergency services deleted. The voice recordings
following a sufficiently serious response. of the employee of the emer-
accident, which is detected by gency call centre are stored for
24 hours for quality assurance
purposes. 1
Information on personal data 15
The data that is processed as
part of the intelligent emergency
call is processed exclusively to
carry out the emergency call. As

General instructions
part of its statutory obligation,
the manufacturer of the vehicle
provides information about the
data that it has processed and
any data that it still has stored.

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General instructions
General views
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2
17
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

General views
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Instrument cluster with Connectiv-
ity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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2

General views
General view, left side
1 Power socket ( 236) 2
2 Seat lock ( 127) 19
3 Setting the damping action
( 161)
4 Oil filler neck and oil dip-
stick ( 200)

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20
2

General views
General view, right side
1 Setting the spring preload 2
( 160) 21
2 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear
( 205)
3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
( 204)

General views
4 Vehicle identification num-
ber, type plate (on steering
head)
5 Coolant level indicator (be-
hind the side trim panel)
( 207)
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 Underneath the seat
2 1 Rider's manual ( 6)
22 2 Toolkit ( 198)
3 Payload table
4 Battery ( 226)
5 Replacing main fuse
( 229).
General views

6 Diagnostic connector
( 231)
7 Connector for encoding
plug
with riding modes Pro OE
Install the coding plug.
z ( 119).
8 Replace fuses ( 230).
Multifunction switch,
left 2
1 High-beam headlight and 23
headlight flasher ( 97)
2 with cruise control OE
Cruise-control system
( 124).

General views
3 Hazard warning lights sys-
tem ( 100)
4 ABS ( 109)
ASC ( 111)
with riding modes Pro OE
DTC ( 112)
5 with Dynamic ESA OE z
Possible settings ( 114)
6 Turn indicators ( 101)
7 Horn
8 MENU rocker switch
( 131)
9 Multi-Controller
Controls ( 131)
 10 with daytime riding
2 light OE
Manual daytime riding light
24 ( 98).
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Multifunction switch,
right 2
1 with heated grips OE 25
Operating the heated
handlebar grips ( 126).
2 Riding mode ( 117)
3 Emergency off switch (kill

General views
switch) ( 93)
4 Starter button ( 167)
5 SOS button
Intelligent emergency call
( 94)

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 Instrument panel
2 1 Engine speed display, in-
26 dicator and warning lights
( 30)
2 Multifunction display
( 32)
3 Photosensor (for adapting
General views

the brightness of the in-

strument lighting)
with anti-theft alarm
(DWA) OE
DWA light-emitting diode
General information about
z the anti-theft alarm (DWA)
( 152)
Instrument cluster with
Connectivity 2
with Connectivity OE 27

1 Indicator and warning lights

with Connectivity ( 54)
2 TFT display ( 55)

General views
( 57)
3 Alarm system LED
Alarm ( 154)
with Keyless Ride OE
Indicator light for the radio-
operated key
Ignition with Keyless Ride z
( 90).
4 Photosensor (for adapting
the brightness of the in-
strument lighting)
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28
2

General views
Status indicators
Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . 30
3
29
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Indicator and warning lights with

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Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
TFT display in Pure Ride view . . . . . . 55
TFT display in view menu . . . . . . . . . . 57
Indicator lights with Connectivity . . . . 58

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 Indicator and warning
3 lights
30 1 with daytime riding
light OE
Manual daytime riding light
( 98).
2 Deactivating the ABS func-
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tion ( 109).
3 - with export to EU mar-
kets NV
Malfunction indicator lamp
Emissions warning ( 41)
4 Turn indicators, left
5 Neutral
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Cruise-control system
( 124).
7 Fuel reserve warning light
( 50)
8 High-beam headlight
9 General warning light
( 33)
10 Turn indicators, right
11 Photosensor
with anti-theft alarm 3
(DWA) OE
31
DWA light-emitting diode
General information about
the anti-theft alarm (DWA)
( 152)
12 Auxiliary headlights

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13 ASC ( 48)
with riding modes Pro OE
DTC ( 48)

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 Multifunction display
3 1 Riding modes ( 117)
32 2 Coding plug
with riding modes Pro OE
Install the coding plug.
( 119).
3 Speedometer
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4 Automatic daytime riding

light ( 98)
5 Fuel gauge
6 Warning lights (see indic-
ator light overview)
7 Warning messages (see
indicator light overview)
8 Heated handlebar grips
z ( 126)
9 Upper display field
( 101)
10 Lower display field
( 102)
11 Fuel reserve indicator light
( 50)
12 Outside temperature warn-
ing ( 39)
13 Recommendation to up- Warnings If two or more warnings occur at
shift ( 52)
Mode of presentation
the same time, all the appropri- 3
14 Gear indicator ate warning lights and warning
Warnings are indicated by the symbols appear, alternating with 33
15 Time ( 105)
16 Dynamic ESA ( 114) corresponding warning lights. warning words as applicable.
The possible warnings are listed
on the next pages.

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Warnings that do not have warn- z
ing lights of their own are indic-
ated by 'general' warning light 1
showing in combination with a
text warning at position 2, such
as LAMPF! or a warning sym-
bol 3 in the multifunction display.
The 'general' warning light shows
red or yellow, depending on the
urgency of the warning.
 3 Warnings, overview
34
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights
Ice crystal symbol Outside temperature warning ( 39)
is displayed.
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General warning EWS warning sym- Electronic immobiliser active ( 39)

light shows yellow. bol is displayed.

General warning appears on the Radio-operated key out of range ( 40)

light shows yellow. display.

General warning KEYLO! appears on Replace the battery of the radio-oper-

light shows yellow. the display. ated key ( 40)
z General warning Symbol for vehicle Vehicle voltage too low ( 40)
light shows red. voltage is displayed.

General warning Temperature sym- Coolant temperature too high ( 41)

light shows red. bol appears on the
display.
The malfunction Emissions warning ( 41)
indicator lamp lights
up.
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
General warning Engine symbol Engine in emergency-operation mode 35
light shows yellow. appears on the ( 42)
display.
General warning LAMPF!, LAMPR! Bulb faulty ( 42)
light shows yellow. or LAMPS! is dis-

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played.
DWALO! appears on Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 43)
the display.

General warning DWA! appears on Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 43)

light shows yellow. the display.

General warning The tyre symbol is Tyre pressure in limit range of the per-
light shows yellow. displayed with one mitted tolerance ( 44) z
or two arrows. The
critical tyre pres-
sure flashes.
General warning The tyre symbol is Tyre pressure outside the permitted tol-
light flashes red. displayed with one erance ( 45)
or two arrows. The
critical tyre pres-
sure flashes.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
36 General warning The tyre symbol is Sensor faulty or system fault ( 45)
light shows yellow. displayed with one
or two arrows.
"--" or "-- --" is Transmission fault ( 46)
displayed.
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General warning RDC! appears on Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak
light shows yellow. the display. ( 46)

ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed

and warning light ( 47)
flashes.
ABS indicator ABS fault ( 47)
z and warning light
shows.
ABS indicator ABS deactivated ( 47)
and warning light
shows.
ASC indicator and ASC intervention ( 48)
warning light flash-
ing quickly.
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
DTC indicator DTC intervention ( 48) 37
and warning light
flashes quickly.
ASC indicator and ASC self-diagnosis not completed
warning light flash- ( 48)

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ing slowly.
DTC indicator DTC self-diagnosis not completed
and warning light ( 48)
flashes slowly.
ASC indicator ASC switched off ( 49)
and warning light
shows.
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DTC indicator DTC switched off ( 49)
and warning light
comes on.
ASC indicator ASC fault ( 49)
and warning light
shows.
DTC indicator DTC fault ( 49)
and warning light
comes on.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
38 lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 50)

SOS! SOS ERROR Emergency call fault ( 51)

is displayed.
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Ambient temperature ture for the first time, irrespective Possible cause:
When the motorcycle is at a of the actual display setting. The air temperature measured 3
standstill, the heat of the engine at the motorcycle is lower than
In addition, the ice crystal 39
can falsify the ambient-tempera- 3 °C.
symbol 2 is shown.
ture reading. If the effect of the
engine's heat becomes excess- WARNING
ive, "--" temporarily appears on WARNING
Risk of black ice also applic-
the display.

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Risk of black ice also applic- able at over 3 °C
able at over 3 °C Risk of accident
Risk of accident Always take extra care
Always take extra care when temperatures are
when temperatures are low; remember that there is
low; remember that there is particular danger of black ice
particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where
forming on bridges and where the road is in shade.
the road is in shade. z
Ride carefully and think well
Outside temperature ahead.
At ambient temperatures below warning Electronic immobiliser
3 °C, there is a risk of ice form- Ice crystal symbol is dis- active
ing. The display will switch over played.
to outside temperature display 1 General warning light shows
automatically and the value dis- yellow.
played will flash, when the tem-
perature falls below this tempera-
 The EWS warning symbol Possible cause: Replace the battery of the
3 is displayed. Communication between R/C key radio-operated key
Possible cause: and engine electronics is disrup- General warning light shows
40
ted. yellow.
The key being used is not au-
Check the battery in the radio-
thorised for starting, or commu- KEYLO! appears on the display.
operated key.
nication between key and engine Possible cause:
with Keyless Ride OE
electronics is disrupted.
Replace the battery of the The integral battery in the
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Remove all other vehicle keys radio-operated key has lost

from the same ring as the igni- radio-operated key ( 92).
Use the reserve key to con- a significant proportion of its
tion key. original capacity. There is no
Use the reserve key. tinue your journey.
with Keyless Ride OE assurance of how long the R/C
Have the defective key re- key can remain operational.
placed, preferably by an author- Battery of the radio-operated
key is flat or the key has been with Keyless Ride OE
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
lost ( 91). Replace the battery of the
z Radio-operated key out of Remain calm if the warning radio-operated key ( 92).
range symbol appears while you are
Vehicle voltage too low
with Keyless Ride OE riding. You can continue your
journey; the engine will not General warning light shows
General warning light shows switch off. red.
yellow. Have the defective radio-op- Symbol for vehicle voltage
erated key replaced by an au- is displayed.
appears on the display.
thorised BMW Motorrad Re-
tailer.
 specialist workshop, preferably Possible cause:
WARNING an authorised BMW Motorrad The coolant temperature is too 3
Failure of the vehicle sys- Retailer. high.
41
tems If possible, ride in the part-load
Coolant temperature too range to cool down the engine.
Risk of accident
high In traffic jams, switch off the
Do not continue your journey.
General warning light shows engine, but leave the ignition
The battery will not be charged. red. switched on so that the radi-

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By continuing to drive on, the ator fan continues to operate.
vehicle electronics discharge the Temperature symbol ap-
pears on the display. If the coolant temperature
battery.
is frequently too high, have
NOTICE the fault rectified as soon
ATTENTION as possible by a specialist
The fuse for the alternator reg- Riding with overheated en- workshop, preferably an
ulator can blow if the 12 V bat- gine authorised BMW Motorrad
tery is installed incorrectly or if Engine damage Retailer. z
the terminals are swapped (e.g. Compliance with the
when using a starting aid). Emissions warning
information set out below is
Possible cause: essential. The malfunction indicator
lamp lights up.
The alternator or alternator drive Possible cause:
is faulty, battery is faulty or the Possible cause:
The coolant level is too low.
fuse for the alternator regulator The engine control unit has dia-
Check coolant level ( 207).
has blown. gnosed a fault which affects the
If the coolant level is too low:
Have the fault rectified as pollutant emissions.
Topping up coolant ( 208).
quickly as possible by a
 Have the fault rectified by a Possible cause: with daytime riding light OE
3 specialist workshop, preferably The engine control unit has dia- LAMPF!: additionally: daytime
an authorised BMW Motorrad gnosed a fault. In exceptional riding light faulty.
42 Retailer. cases, the engine stops and re- LAMPR!: brake light, rear light,
You can continue riding; pollut- fuses to start. Otherwise, the en- rear indicator light or license
ant emissions are higher than gine runs in emergency operating plate light faulty.
the threshold values. mode. LAMPS!: several bulbs faulty.
You can continue to ride, but
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Engine in emergency- bear in mind that the usual en-

operation mode WARNING
gine performance might not be
General warning light shows available. Vehicle overlooked in traffic
yellow. Have the fault rectified as due to failure of the lights on
quickly as possible by a the vehicle
Engine symbol appears on
specialist workshop, preferably Safety risk
the display.
an authorised BMW Motorrad Replace defective bulbs as
z Retailer. soon as possible; always carry
WARNING
a complete set of spare bulbs if
Bulb faulty
Unusual ride characterist- possible.
ics when engine running in General warning light shows
yellow. Possible cause:
emergency-operation mode
Light source faulty.
Risk of accident LAMP! is displayed: Locate faulty light sources by
Avoid accelerating sharply and LAMPF!: low-beam headlight, visual inspection.
overtaking. high-beam, side light or front Replacing the LED for low-
turn indicator faulty. beam headlight and high beam
( 221).
 Replacing the LED for side Possible cause: Possible cause:
light ( 221). The integral battery in the anti- The integral battery in the anti- 3
Replacing LED for brake light theft alarm has lost a significant theft alarm has lost its entire ori-
and rear light ( 221). 43
proportion of its original capacity. ginal capacity. There is no as-
Replacing bulbs for front and There is no assurance of how surance that the anti-theft alarm
rear turn indicators ( 221). long the anti-theft alarm can re- will be operational if the vehicle's
with LED additional main operational if the vehicle's battery is disconnected.
headlight OA battery is disconnected. Seek the advice of a specialist

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Replacing the additional head- Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author-
light ( 224). workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Anti-theft alarm battery Tyre pressure
weak Anti-theft alarm battery with tyre pressure control
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE flat (RDC) OE
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
DWALO! appears on the display. z
General warning light shows
NOTICE yellow.
This error message shows briefly DWA! appears on the display.
only after the Pre-Ride-Check
completes. NOTICE
This error message shows briefly
only after the Pre-Ride-Check
completes.
 If the value in question is The tyre symbol is dis-
3 close to the limit of the played with one or two ar-
permissible tolerance range, the rows. The critical tyre pressure
44 reading is accompanied by the flashes.
'General' warning light showing The up arrow indicates a pres-
yellow. If the tyre pressure re- sure problem on the front wheel,
gistered by the sensor is outside the down arrow indicates a pres-
the permissible tolerance range, sure problem on the rear wheel.
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the 'General' warning light flashes Possible cause:

red.
The left value 1 indicates the Measured tyre pressure is close
filling pressure of the front wheel; to the limit of permitted toler-
the right value 2 indicates the For further information on ance.
filling pressure of the rear wheel. BMW Motorrad tyre pressure Correct the tyre pressure as
"­­ ­­" appears directly after the control, see page ( 192). stated on the inside cover of
ignition is switched on. The the Rider's Manual.
Tyre pressure in limit
z sensors do not transmit tyre
pressure values until the vehicle range of the permitted NOTICE
speed first exceeds 30 km⁄h. tolerance
The tyre pressure readings with tyre pressure control Before adjusting the tyre pres-
displayed are based on a tyre air (RDC) OE sure, observe the information
temperature of 20 °C. on temperature compensation
General warning light shows and pressure adaptation in the
If the 3 symbol also shows, yellow. section entitled "Engineering
this is a warning. The crit- details":
ical tyre pressure flashes. Temperature compensation
( 193)
Tyre pressure outside the Possible cause: Temperature compensation
permitted tolerance Measured tyre pressure is out- ( 193) 3
with tyre pressure control side permitted tolerance. Have the tyre checked for
damage by a specialist 45
(RDC) OE Check the tyre for damage
and to ascertain whether the workshop, preferably an
General warning light vehicle can be ridden with the authorised BMW Motorrad
flashes red. tyre in its present condition. Retailer.
If the vehicle can be ridden with If you are unsure whether the

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The tyre symbol is dis-
the tyre in its present condition: vehicle can be ridden with the
played with one or two ar-
Correct the tyre pressure at the tyre in its present condition:
rows. The critical tyre pressure
earliest possible opportunity. Do not continue your journey.
flashes.
Notify the breakdown service.
NOTICE
WARNING Sensor faulty or system
You can deactivate RDC warn- fault
Tyre pressure outside the ings for riding in off-road mode.
permitted tolerance. with tyre pressure control z
Risk of accident, degradation of (RDC) OE
NOTICE
the vehicle's driving characterist-
ics. General warning light shows
Before adjusting the tyre pres-
yellow.
Adapt your style of riding sure, observe the information
accordingly. on temperature compensation The tyre symbol is dis-
The up arrow indicates a pres- and pressure adaptation in the played with one or two ar-
sure problem on the front wheel, section entitled "Engineering rows.
the down arrow indicates a pres- details":
sure problem on the rear wheel.
 Possible cause: the RDC control unit and the
3 Wheels not equipped with RDC
RDC sensor is not active
sensors.
sensors have been fitted. Observe the RDC displays in
46 other surrounding areas.
Fit wheels and tyres equipped min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor
with RDC sensors. does not send its signal to the A permanent fault is
vehicle until the vehicle has present only when the
Possible cause: exceeded a minimum speed.) general warning light also lights
One or two RDC sensors have up.
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Observe the RDC display at

failed or there is a system fault. Under these circumstances:
higher speeds.
Have the fault rectified by a Have the fault rectified by a
A permanent fault is
specialist workshop, preferably specialist workshop, preferably
present only when the
an authorised BMW Motorrad an authorised BMW Motorrad
general warning light also lights
Retailer. Retailer.
up.
Transmission fault Under these circumstances: Battery for tyre pressure
with tyre pressure control Have the fault rectified by a sensor weak
z specialist workshop, preferably
(RDC) OE with tyre pressure control
an authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer. (RDC) OE
"--" or "-- --" is displayed.
Possible cause: General warning light shows
Possible cause:
The vehicle has not reached the yellow.
The radio link to the RDC
minimum speed ( 192).
sensors is faulty. Radio systems RDC! appears on the display.
are located in the surrounding
area which are interfering with
the transmission between
 a few metres for the wheel specialist workshop, preferably
NOTICE sensors to be tested. an authorised BMW Motorrad 3
This error message shows briefly Pull away slowly. Bear in mind Retailer.
that the ABS function is not 47
only after the Pre-Ride-Check Possible cause:
completes. available until self-diagnosis has
completed. The ABS control unit has detec-
Possible cause: ted a fault.
The tyre pressure sensor battery ABS fault You can continue to ride. Bear

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no longer provides its full capa- ABS indicator and warning in mind that the ABS function
city. The tyre pressure monitor- light shows. is not available. Take note of
ing function will be available for a the more detailed information
limit time only. Possible cause: on certain situations that can
Seek the advice of a specialist with riding modes Pro OE lead to an ABS fault message
workshop, preferably an author- The ABS Pro control unit has ( 185).
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. detected a fault. The ABS Pro Have the fault rectified as
function is not available. The quickly as possible by a
ABS self-diagnosis not ABS function is still available. specialist workshop, preferably
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completed ABS provides support only for an authorised BMW Motorrad
ABS indicator and warning braking in straight-ahead driving. Retailer.
light flashes. You can continue to ride. Take
note of the more detailed in- ABS deactivated
Possible cause: formation on certain situations ABS indicator and warning
The ABS function is not that can lead to an ABS Pro light shows.
available, because self- fault message ( 185).
diagnosis did not complete. The Have the fault rectified as
motorcycle has to move forward quickly as possible by a
 Possible cause: DTC intervention Possible cause:
3 The rider has switched off the with riding modes Pro OE Self-diagnosis did not complete,
ABS system. so the ASC function is not avail-
48 DTC indicator and warning
Activating the ABS function able. The engine must be run-
( 110). light flashes quickly. ning and the motorcycle must
The DTC has detected a degree reach a speed of at least 5 km/h
ASC intervention of instability at the rear wheel in order for ASC self-diagnosis to
without riding modes Pro OE and has intervened to reduce complete.
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torque. The indicator and warn- Pull away slowly. Bear in mind
ASC indicator and warning ing light flashes longer than the that the ASC function is not
light flashing quickly. DTC intervention lasts. This af- available until self-diagnosis has
The ASC has detected a degree fords the rider visual feedback on completed.
of instability at the rear wheel control intervention even after the
and has intervened to reduce critical situation has been dealt DTC self-diagnosis not
torque. The indicator and warn- with. completed
ing light flashes longer than the
z ASC intervention lasts. This af- ASC self-diagnosis not
with riding modes Pro OE
fords the rider visual feedback on completed DTC indicator and warning
control intervention even after the without riding modes Pro OE light flashes slowly.
critical situation has been dealt
with. ASC indicator and warning
light flashing slowly.
Possible cause: Possible cause: You can continue to ride. Bear
DTC self-diagnosis not
The rider has switched off the in mind that the ASC function 3
ASC system. is not available. Take note of
completed the more detailed information 49
Activate ASC.
on situations that can lead to
The DTC function is not avail-
able, because self-diagnosis
DTC switched off an ASC fault ( 187).
did not complete. (The motor- with riding modes Pro OE Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a

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cycle has to reach a defined
DTC indicator and warning specialist workshop, preferably
minimum speed with the en-
light comes on. an authorised BMW Motorrad
gine running for the wheel-
speed sensors to be checked: Possible cause: Retailer.
min 5 km/h) The rider has switched off the DTC fault
Pull away slowly. Bear in mind DTC system.
with riding modes Pro OE
that the DTC function is not DTC Switching on ( 113).
available until self-diagnosis has DTC indicator and warning
completed. ASC fault light comes on. z
without riding modes Pro OE
ASC switched off Possible cause:
without riding modes Pro OE ASC indicator and warning The DTC control unit has detec-
light shows. ted a fault.
ASC indicator and warning Bear in mind that the DTC
Possible cause:
light shows. function is not available or the
The ASC control unit has detec-
functionality is subject to cer-
ted a fault. The ASC function is
tain restrictions.
no longer available.
You can continue to ride. Take
note of the more detailed in-
 formation on situations that can (consumption) and the amount
3 lead to a DTC fault ( 188).
Reserve fuel
of fuel remaining at the time the
Have the fault rectified as light came on (see explanation
50 quickly as possible by a above).
approx. 3.5 l
specialist workshop, preferably After a refuelling stop, the dis-
Refuelling ( 177).
an authorised BMW Motorrad tance counter for reserve fuel is
Retailer. Fuel reserve reset if the amount of fuel in the
tank is greater than the reserve
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Fuel down to reserve The fuel quantity remaining in

quantity.
the fuel tank once the fuel re-
Warning light for fuel down
serve indicator light switches on
to reserve shows. Service-due indicator
depends on the riding dynamics.
The more the fuel moves around
WARNING in the fluid tank (caused by fre-
quent changes in lean angle, fre-
Irregular engine operation or
quent braking and accelerating),
engine shutdown due to lack
z of fuel
the harder it is to determine the
fuel reserve. For this reason, it is
Risk of accident, damage to cata-
not possible to accurately state
lytic converter
the fuel reserve volume.
Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Possible cause: The range is displayed
automatically once the fuel The SERVT! 1 message and the
The fuel tank contains no more service date 2 are displayed if
than the reserve quantity of fuel. warning light is switched on.
The distance that can still be the service is due within one
travelled using the reserve quant- month. This reading appears
ity depends on the style of riding
briefly after the Pre-Ride-Check The SERVD! or SERVT! mes- Emergency call display
completes. sages are displayed permanently. with intelligent emergency 3
call OE 51
NOTICE
If the service-due indicator ap-
pears more than a month before
the service date, the current date

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has to be corrected. This situ-
ation can occur if the battery was
disconnected.

Emergency call fault

The symbol SERVD! 3 and the
with intelligent emergency
remaining distance 4 are dis- Message 1 is displayed if an
call OE
played if the service is due within emergency call is triggered
the next 1000 kilometres and SOS! SOS ERROR is displayed. manually by the rider while z
is counted down in intervals of Possible cause: riding..
100 kilometres. This reading ap-
The control unit for emergency
pears briefly after the Pre-Ride-
call has detected a fault. No
Check completes.
emergency call is possible.
If service is overdue, the Have the fault rectified as
due date or the odometer quickly as possible by a
reading at which service was due specialist workshop, preferably
is accompanied by the 'Gener- an authorised BMW Motorrad
al' warning light showing yellow. Retailer.
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52

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A countdown 1 is displayed be- The message 1 is displayed if it The messages SOS!I 1 and SOS
low the SOS 2 message while the was not possible to establish a ERROR 2 are displayed if emer-
connection is being established. connection. gency calls are not possible as a
result of a technical fault.

Recommendation to
z upshift
The upshift recommendation
must be activated in the display
settings ( 103).

The message 1 is displayed The symbol 1 is displayed if

once a connection has been es- there is no mobile phone signal.
tablished.
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53

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The upshift recommendation 1
signals the economically best
point in time for upshift.

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 Indicator and warning
3 lights with Connectivity
54 with Connectivity OE

1 Turn indicators, left

Operating the turn indicat-
ors ( 101).
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2 High-beam headlight
( 97)
3 General warning light
( 58)
4 Turn indicators, right
5 - with export to EU mar-
kets NV
Malfunction indicator lamp
z Emissions warning ( 72)
6 ASC ( 48)
with riding modes Pro OE
DTC ( 48)
7 ABS ( 109)
8 with daytime riding
light OE
Manual daytime riding light
( 98).
9 Auxiliary headlights
TFT display in
Pure Ride view 3
with Connectivity OE 55

1 Changing the operating

focus ( 135)
2 Rev. counter ( 137)

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3 Driver info. status line
( 136)
4 Speedometer
5 Coding plug
with riding modes Pro OE
Install the coding plug.
( 119).
6 Riding mode ( 117)
7 Recommendation to up- z
shift ( 138)
8 Gear indicator; "N" indic-
ates neutral.
9 Speed Limit Info ( 137)
10 with cruise control OE
Cruise-control system
( 124).
11 Clock ( 139)
 12 Connection status
3 ( 141)
13 Muting ( 138)
56
14 Operator help
15 Heating stages, handlebar
grips ( 126)
16 Automatic daytime riding
light ( 99)
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17 Outside temperature warn-

ing ( 68)
18 Ambient temperature

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TFT display in view
menu 3
with Connectivity OE 57

1 Speedometer
2 with cruise control OE
Cruise-control system

Status indicators
( 124).
3 Speed Limit Info ( 137)
4 Coding plug
with riding modes Pro OE
Install the coding plug.
( 119).
5 Riding mode ( 117)
6 Driver info. status line
( 136) z
7 Recommendation to up-
shift ( 138)
8 Gear indicator; "N" indic-
ates neutral.
9 Clock
10 Connection status
11 Muting ( 138)
12 Operator help
 13 Heating stages, handlebar Indicator lights with
3 grips ( 126) Connectivity
14 Automatic daytime riding
58 light ( 99) Mode of presentation
15 Outside temperature warn- Warnings are indicated by the
ing ( 68) corresponding warning lights.
16 Ambient temperature Warnings are displayed by the
17 Menu section general warning light in conjunc-
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tion with a dialogue box on the

TFT display. The 'general' warn- Check Control display
ing light shows yellow or red, de-
The messages on the display are
pending on the urgency of the
shown in different ways. Different
warning.
colours and symbols are used
The status of the 'general' depending on priority:
warning light matches the Green CHECK OK 1: no mes-
z most urgent warning. sage, optimum values.
The possible warnings are listed White circle with small "i" 2:
on the next pages. information.
Yellow warning triangle 3:
warning message, value not
ideal.
Red warning triangle 3: warn-
ing message, critical value
 Red: (Hot! /High!) Current
temperature or value is too 3
high.
White: (---) There is no valid 59
value. Dashes 5 are displayed
instead of the value.

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NOTICE

Value display The assessment of some values Check control dialogue box
is only possible from a certain
The symbols 4 are shown in dif- Messages are given in the form
journey duration or speed. If a
ferent ways. Different colours are of a check control dialogue
measured value is still not being
used depending on the evalu- box 1.
displayed because the conditions
ation. Texts 6 are also used on If there are multiple check con-
for measurement have not been
the display instead of numerical trol messages of equal priority,
met, dashes are displayed in- z
values 8 with units 7: the messages alternate in the
stead as a placeholder. If there
Colour of the symbol order in which they occurred
are no valid measured values,
Green: (OK) Current value is until they are acknowledged.
there will be no assessment in
ideal. the form of a coloured symbol. If symbol 2 is actively dis-
Blue: (Cold!) Current tempera- played, it can be acknowledged
ture is too low. by tilting the Multi-Controller to
Yellow: (Low! /High!) Current the left.
value is too low or too high. Check Control messages are
attached dynamically to the
pages in the Vehicle menu as
additional tabs ( 133). As
 long as the problem persists,
3 the message can be called up
again.
60

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Warnings, overview 3
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning 61
lights
Ice crystal symbol Outside temperature warning ( 68)
is displayed.

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General warning Remote key not Radio-operated key out of range ( 68)
light shows yellow. in range.

General warning Remote key bat- Replace the battery of the radio-oper-
light shows yellow. tery at 50%. ated key ( 69)
Remote key bat-
tery weak.
General warning is displayed in yel- Vehicle voltage too low ( 69) z
light shows yellow. low.
Vehicle voltage
low.
General warning is displayed in red. Vehicle voltage critical ( 70)
light shows red.
Vehicle voltage
critical!
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
62 General warning The faulty light Bulb faulty ( 70)
light shows yellow. source is displayed.
Alarm system Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 71)
battery weak.
Status indicators

General warning Alarm system Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 71)

light shows yellow. battery empty.

General warning Coolant temper- Coolant temperature too high ( 72)

light shows red. ature too high!

The malfunction Engine! Emissions warning ( 72)

indicator lamp lights
z up.
General warning No communica- Engine control failed ( 72)
light shows yellow. tion with en-
gine control.
General warning Fault in the en- Engine in emergency-operation mode
light shows yellow. gine control. ( 73)

General warning Serious fault Severe fault in the engine control

light flashes yellow. in the engine ( 73)
control!
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
General warning is displayed in yel- Tyre pressure in limit range of the per- 63
light shows yellow. low. mitted tolerance ( 75)
Tyre pressure
is not at set-

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point.
General warning is displayed in red. Tyre pressure outside the permitted tol-
light flashes red. erance ( 75)
Tyre pressure
is not at set-
point.
Tyre press.
control. Loss z
of pressure.
"---" Transmission fault ( 76)

General warning "---" Sensor faulty or system fault ( 77)

light shows yellow.

General warning RDC sensor bat- Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak
light shows yellow. tery weak. ( 77)
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
64 Drop sensor Drop sensor defective ( 78)
faulty.

Intell. emerg. Emergency call function restricted

call failure. ( 78)
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Side stand mon- Side stand monitoring is faulty ( 78)

itoring faulty.

ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed

and warning light ( 47)
flashes.
ABS indicator Off! ABS deactivated ( 78)
z and warning light
shows.
ABS deactiv-
ated.
ABS indicator Limited ABS ABS fault ( 79)
and warning light availability!
shows.
ABS indicator ABS failure! ABS failed ( 79)
and warning light
shows.
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
ABS indicator ABS Pro fail- ABS Pro failed ( 79) 65
and warning light ure!
shows.
ASC indicator and ASC intervention ( 48)
warning light flash-

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ing quickly.
ASC indicator and ASC self-diagnosis not completed
warning light flash- ( 48)
ing slowly.
ASC indicator Off! ASC switched off ( 80)
and warning light
shows.
Traction con-
z
trol deactiv-
ated.
ASC indicator Traction con- ASC fault ( 80)
and warning light trol failure!
shows.
DTC indicator DTC intervention ( 48)
and warning light
flashes quickly.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
66 DTC indicator DTC self-diagnosis not completed
and warning light ( 48)
flashes slowly.
DTC indicator Off! DTC switched off ( 81)
and warning light
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comes on.
Traction con-
trol deactiv-
ated.
DTC indicator Traction con- DTC fault ( 81)
and warning light trol failure!
comes on.
z General warning Spring strut D­ESA fault ( 82)
light shows yellow. adjustment
faulty!
Fuel reserve Fuel down to reserve ( 82)
reached. Go to a
filling station soon
The gear indicator Gear not trained ( 82)
flashes.
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
Turn signal indic- Hazard warning lights system is switched 67
ator light flashes on ( 83)
green.
Turn signal indic-
ator light flashes

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green.
is displayed in Service due ( 83)
white.
Service due!

General warning is displayed in yel- Service-due date has passed ( 84)

light shows yellow. low.
z
Service over-
due!
 Ambient temperature Outside temperature Radio-operated key out of
3 The outside temperature is dis- warning range
68 played in the status line of the Ice crystal symbol is dis- with Keyless Ride OE
TFT display. played.
When the motorcycle is at a General warning light shows
standstill, the heat of the engine Possible cause: yellow.
can falsify the ambient-temper- The air temperature measured
Remote key not in
ature reading. If the heat of the at the motorcycle is lower than
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range. Do not stop

engine is affecting it too much, 3 °C.
engine. Not possible to
dashes are temporarily shown in restart the engine.
WARNING
place of the value.
Possible cause:
Risk of black ice also applic-
There is a risk of black ice able at over 3 °C Communication between R/C key
if the outside temperature and engine electronics is disrup-
Risk of accident
falls below the following limit ted.
Always take extra care
z value. Check the battery in the radio-
when temperatures are
operated key.
Limit value for the ambi- low; remember that there is
particular danger of black ice with Keyless Ride OE
ent temperature Replace the battery of the
forming on bridges and where
the road is in shade. radio-operated key ( 92).
approx. 3 °C
Use the reserve key to con-
Once the temperature has fallen Ride carefully and think well tinue your journey.
below that value, the outside ahead.
with Keyless Ride OE
temperature display along with
Battery of the radio-operated
a ice crystal symbol flashes in the
key is flat or the key has been
status line on the TFT display.
lost ( 91).
 If a check control dialogue box Possible cause: Do not continue your journey.
appears during the journey, The integral battery in the The battery will not be charged. 3
remain calm. You can continue radio-operated key has lost By continuing to drive on, the
your journey; the engine will 69
a significant proportion of its vehicle electronics discharge the
not switch off. original capacity. There is no battery.
Have the defective radio-op- assurance of how long the R/C
erated key replaced by an au- key can remain operational. NOTICE
thorised BMW Motorrad Re- with Keyless Ride OE

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tailer. The fuse for the alternator reg-
Replace the battery of the
ulator can blow if the 12 V bat-
radio-operated key ( 92).
Replace the battery of the tery is installed incorrectly or if
radio-operated key Vehicle voltage too low the terminals are swapped (e.g.
General warning light shows when using a starting aid).
General warning light shows
yellow. yellow. Possible cause:
Remote key battery at The alternator or alternator drive
is displayed in yellow.
50%. No functional is faulty, battery is faulty or the z
impairment. fuse for the alternator regulator
Vehicle voltage low. has blown.
Remote key battery Switch off unneces- Have the fault rectified as
weak. Limited central sary consumers. quickly as possible by a
locking function. Change specialist workshop, preferably
battery. WARNING an authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer.
Failure of the vehicle sys-
tems
Risk of accident
 Vehicle voltage critical tery is installed incorrectly or if Front right turn indicator
3 General warning light shows the terminals are swapped (e.g. faulty!.
red. when using a starting aid). Low-beam headlight
70
Possible cause: faulty!
is displayed in red.
The alternator or alternator drive Front side light
is faulty, battery is faulty or the faulty!
Vehicle voltage crit- fuse for the alternator regulator
with daytime riding light OE
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ical! Consumers have has blown.

been switched off. Check Have the fault rectified as Daytime riding light
battery condition. quickly as possible by a faulty!
specialist workshop, preferably Tail light faulty!
WARNING an authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer.
Failure of the vehicle sys-
Brake light faulty!
tems Bulb faulty
z Risk of accident
General warning light shows
Do not continue your journey. Rear left turn in-
yellow.
dicator faulty! or
The battery will not be charged.
The faulty light source is Rear right turn indicator
By continuing to drive on, the
displayed: faulty!.
vehicle electronics discharge the
battery. High beam faulty! Number plate light
faulty!
NOTICE
Front left turn in- Have it checked by a spe-
The fuse for the alternator reg- dicator faulty! or cialist workshop.
ulator can blow if the 12 V bat-
 with LED additional main operational if the vehicle's
WARNING headlight OA battery is disconnected. 3
Vehicle overlooked in traffic Replacing the additional head- Seek the advice of a specialist
workshop, preferably an author- 71
due to failure of the lights on light ( 224).
the vehicle ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Anti-theft alarm battery
Safety risk Anti-theft alarm battery
Replace defective bulbs as
weak
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE flat

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soon as possible; always carry
a complete set of spare bulbs if with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Alarm system
possible. General warning light shows
battery weak. No
Possible cause: restrictions. Make yellow.
Light source faulty. an appointment at a
Alarm system battery
Locate faulty light sources by specialist workshop.
empty. No independent
visual inspection. alarm. Make an appoint-
Replacing the LED for low- NOTICE
ment at a specialist work- z
beam headlight and high beam shop.
This error message shows briefly
( 221).
only after the Pre-Ride-Check
Replacing the LED for side NOTICE
completes.
light ( 221).
Replacing LED for brake light Possible cause: This error message shows briefly
and rear light ( 221). The integral battery in the anti- only after the Pre-Ride-Check
Replacing bulbs for front and theft alarm has lost a significant completes.
rear turn indicators ( 221). proportion of its original capacity.
There is no assurance of how
long the anti-theft alarm can re-
 Possible cause: Compliance with the Emissions warning
3 The integral battery in the anti- information set out below is The malfunction indicator
theft alarm has lost its entire ori- essential. lamp lights up.
72
ginal capacity. There is no as- Possible cause:
surance that the anti-theft alarm Engine! Have
The coolant level is too low. it checked by a
will be operational if the vehicle's
Check coolant level ( 207). specialist workshop.
battery is disconnected.
If the coolant level is too low:
Seek the advice of a specialist Possible cause:
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Topping up coolant ( 208).

workshop, preferably an author- The engine control unit has dia-
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. Possible cause: gnosed a fault which affects the
The coolant temperature is too pollutant emissions.
Coolant temperature too Have the fault rectified by a
high.
high specialist workshop, preferably
If possible, ride in the part-load
General warning light shows range to cool down the engine. an authorised BMW Motorrad
red. In traffic jams, switch off the Retailer.
z Coolant temperature engine, but leave the ignition You can continue riding; pollut-
switched on so that the radi- ant emissions are higher than
too high! Check
ator fan continues to operate. the threshold values.
coolant level. Continue
under part. load to cool If the coolant temperature
Engine control failed
down. is frequently too high, have
the fault rectified as soon General warning light shows
as possible by a specialist yellow.
ATTENTION
workshop, preferably an No communication with
Riding with overheated en- authorised BMW Motorrad engine control. Mul-
gine Retailer. tiple sys. affected. Ride
Engine damage
carefully to the next spe- fuses to start. Otherwise, the en-
cialist workshop. gine runs in emergency operating WARNING
3
mode. Engine damage when run-
Engine in emergency- You can continue to ride, but 73
operation mode ning in emergency-operation
bear in mind that the usual en- mode
General warning light shows gine performance might not be Risk of accident
yellow. available.
Ride slowly, avoid accelerating
Have the fault rectified as

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Fault in the engine sharply and overtaking.
quickly as possible by a
control. Riding at If possible, have the vehicle
specialist workshop, preferably
mod. speed pos. Ride care- picked up and have the fault
an authorised BMW Motorrad
fully to next specialist rectified by a specialist work-
Retailer.
workshop. shop, preferably an authorised
Severe fault in the engine BMW Motorrad Retailer.
WARNING
control Possible cause:
Unusual ride characterist- General warning light The engine control unit has dia- z
ics when engine running in flashes yellow. gnosed a fault which may cause
emergency-operation mode severe secondary faults. The en-
Serious fault in gine is in emergency-operation
Risk of accident
the engine control! mode.
Avoid accelerating sharply and
Riding at mod. speed pos. Avoid high load and rpm
overtaking.
Engine damage possible. ranges if possible.
Possible cause: Have checked by workshop.
Have the fault rectified as
The engine control unit has dia- quickly as possible by a
gnosed a fault. In exceptional specialist workshop, preferably
cases, the engine stops and re-
 an authorised BMW Motorrad
3 Retailer.
RDC sensor is not active
It is possible to continue to ride
74 but not recommended. min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor
does not send its signal to the
Tyre pressure
vehicle until the vehicle has
with tyre pressure control exceeded a minimum speed.)
(RDC) OE
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The tyre pressures

In addition to the menu screen are shown in the TFT
MY VEHICLE and the Check The left values refer to the front
wheel, the right values to the rear display as temperature
Control messages, there is also compensated and always
the screen TYRE PRESSURE for wheel.
refer to the following tyre air
the display of the tyre pressure: The pressure difference is dis-
temperature:
played via the actual and target
tyre pressure. 20 °C
z Only dashes are displayed im-
mediately after the ignition is If the tyre symbol is ad-
switched on. The transmission ditionally displayed in yel-
of the tyre pressure values be- low or red, this is a warning. The
gins only after the first time the pressure difference is highlighted
following minimum speed has with a exclamation point in the
been exceeded: same colour.
 If the value in question is is displayed in yellow. Sign under the seat
close to the limit of the
Tyre pressure outside the
3
permissible tolerance range, the
Tyre pressure is not permitted tolerance 75
'General' warning light also lights
at setpoint. Check
up in yellow. with tyre pressure control
tyre pressure.
(RDC) OE
If the tyre pressure re- Possible cause:
Measured tyre pressure is close General warning light
gistered by the sensor is

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to the limit of permitted toler- flashes red.
outside the permissible tolerance
range , the 'General' warning light ance. is displayed in red.
flashes red. Correct tyre pressure.
Before adjusting the tyre pres-
sure, observe the information Tyre pressure is not
For further information about at setpoint. Stop
the BMW Motorrad RDC, see on temperature compensation
and pressure adaptation in the immediately! Check tyre
chapter "Engineering details" pressure.
from page ( 192). section entitled "Engineering z
details": Tyre press. control.
Tyre pressure in limit Temperature compensation Loss of pressure.
range of the permitted ( 193) Stop immediately! Check
tolerance Pressure adaptation ( 193) tyre pressure.
with tyre pressure control Find the correct tyre pressures
(RDC) OE in the following places:
On the back cover of the
General warning light shows rider's manual
yellow. Instrument cluster in the TYRE
PRESSURE view
 section entitled "Engineering Notify the breakdown service.
3 WARNING details":
Transmission fault
Tyre pressure outside the Temperature compensation
76 ( 193) with tyre pressure control
permitted tolerance.
Pressure adaptation ( 193) (RDC) OE
Risk of accident, degradation of
the vehicle's driving characterist- Find the correct tyre pressures
"---"
ics. in the following places:
On the back cover of the
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Adapt your style of riding

accordingly. rider's manual Possible cause:
Instrument cluster in the TYRE The vehicle has not reached the
Possible cause: PRESSURE view minimum speed ( 192).
Measured tyre pressure is out- Sign under the seat
side permitted tolerance. Have the tyre checked for RDC sensor is not active
Check the tyre for damage damage by a specialist
and to ascertain whether the workshop, preferably an
vehicle can be ridden with the min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor
z authorised BMW Motorrad
does not send its signal to the
tyre in its present condition. Retailer.
If the vehicle can be ridden with vehicle until the vehicle has
the tyre in its present condition: NOTICE exceeded a minimum speed.)
Correct the tyre pressure at the Observe the RDC display at
You can deactivate RDC warn- higher speeds.
earliest possible opportunity.
ings for riding in off-road mode. A permanent fault is
Before adjusting the tyre pres-
sure, observe the information If you are unsure whether the present only when the
on temperature compensation vehicle can be ridden with the general warning light also lights
and pressure adaptation in the tyre in its present condition: up.
Do not continue your journey. Under these circumstances:
 Have the fault rectified by a Sensor faulty or system Battery for tyre pressure
specialist workshop, preferably fault sensor weak 3
an authorised BMW Motorrad with tyre pressure control with tyre pressure control
Retailer. 77
(RDC) OE (RDC) OE
Possible cause:
General warning light shows General warning light shows
The radio link to the RDC yellow. yellow.
sensors is faulty. Radio systems

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are located in the surrounding "---" RDC sensor battery
area which are interfering with weak. Function lim-
the transmission between ited. Have it checked by a
Possible cause:
the RDC control unit and the specialist workshop.
Wheels not equipped with RDC
sensors.
sensors have been fitted. NOTICE
Observe the RDC displays in
Fit wheels and tyres equipped
other surrounding areas.
with RDC sensors. This error message shows briefly
A permanent fault is
present only when the
only after the Pre-Ride-Check z
Possible cause: completes.
general warning light also lights One or two RDC sensors have
up. Possible cause:
failed or there is a system fault.
Under these circumstances: Have the fault rectified by a The tyre pressure sensor battery
Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably no longer provides its full capa-
specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad city. The tyre pressure monitor-
an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. ing function will be available for a
Retailer. limit time only.
 Seek the advice of a specialist Possible cause: ABS self-diagnosis not
3 workshop, preferably an author- The emergency call cannot be completed
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. cannot be made automatically or ABS indicator and warning
78
via BMW. light flashes.
Drop sensor defective Observe information on oper-
Drop sensor faulty. ating the intelligent emergency Possible cause:
Have it checked by a call from page ( 94). The ABS function is not
specialist workshop. Seek the advice of a specialist available, because self-
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Possible cause: workshop, preferably an author- diagnosis did not complete. The
The drop sensor is not available. ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. motorcycle has to move forward
a few metres for the wheel
Seek the advice of a specialist
Side stand monitoring is sensors to be tested.
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. faulty Pull away slowly. Bear in mind
Side stand monitoring that the ABS function is not
Emergency call function faulty. To avoid available until self-diagnosis has
z restricted breakdown do not stop completed.
with intelligent emergency engine. Have checked by
spec. workshp.
ABS deactivated
call OE
ABS indicator and warning
Possible cause:
Intell. emerg. call light shows.
The side-stand switch or its wir-
failure. Make an ap- Off!
ing are damaged.
pointment at a specialist
Seek the advice of a specialist
workshop.
workshop, preferably an author- ABS deactivated.
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Possible cause: specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad
The rider has switched off the an authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer. 3
ABS system. Retailer.
Activating the ABS function
ABS Pro failed 79
( 110).
ABS failed with riding modes Pro OE
ABS indicator and warning
ABS fault light shows. ABS indicator and warning
light shows.
ABS indicator and warning

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ABS failure! Riding
light shows. at mod. speed pos. ABS Pro failure!
Ride carefully to next Riding at mod. speed
Limited ABS availab-
specialist workshop. pos. Ride carefully to
ility! Riding at mod.
next specialist workshop.
speed pos. Ride carefully Possible cause:
to next specialist work- Possible cause:
The ABS control unit has detec-
shop. ted a fault. The ABS Pro control unit has
Possible cause: You can continue to ride. Bear detected a fault. The ABS Pro
function is not available. The z
The ABS control unit has detec- in mind that the ABS function
is not available. Take note of ABS function is still available.
ted a fault. The ABS function is
the more detailed information ABS provides support only for
restricted.
on certain situations that can braking in straight-ahead driving.
You can continue to ride. Take
lead to an ABS fault message You can continue to ride. Take
note of the more detailed in-
( 185). note of the more detailed in-
formation on certain situations
Have the fault rectified as formation on certain situations
that can lead to an ABS fault
quickly as possible by a that can lead to an ABS Pro
message ( 185).
specialist workshop, preferably fault message ( 185).
Have the fault rectified as
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
quickly as possible by a
 specialist workshop, preferably ASC indicator and warning with Connectivity OE
3 an authorised BMW Motorrad light flashing slowly. Traction control de-
Retailer. activated.
80 Possible cause:
ASC intervention Self-diagnosis did not complete, Possible cause:
without riding modes Pro OE so the ASC function is not avail- The rider has switched off the
able. The engine must be run- ASC system.
ASC indicator and warning ning and the motorcycle must without riding modes Pro OE
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light flashing quickly. reach a speed of at least 5 km/h Activating the ASC function
The ASC has detected a degree in order for ASC self-diagnosis to ( 111).
of instability at the rear wheel complete.
and has intervened to reduce Pull away slowly. Bear in mind ASC fault
torque. The indicator and warn- that the ASC function is not ASC indicator and warning
ing light flashes longer than the available until self-diagnosis has light shows.
ASC intervention lasts. This af- completed.
fords the rider visual feedback on Traction control
z control intervention even after the ASC switched off failure! Riding
critical situation has been dealt ASC indicator and warning at mod. speed pos.
with. light shows. Ride carefully to next
specialist workshop.
ASC self-diagnosis not with Connectivity OE
Possible cause:
completed Off!
The ASC control unit has detec-
without riding modes Pro OE ted a fault. The ASC function is
no longer available.
You can continue to ride. Bear
in mind that the ASC function
 is not available. Take note of DTC self-diagnosis not DTC switched off
the more detailed information completed with riding modes Pro OE 3
on situations that can lead to with riding modes Pro OE
an ASC fault ( 187). DTC indicator and warning 81
Have the fault rectified as DTC indicator and warning light comes on.
quickly as possible by a light flashes slowly.
with Connectivity OE
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad Possible cause: Off!

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Retailer. DTC self-diagnosis not
completed Traction control de-
DTC intervention activated.
with riding modes Pro OE The DTC function is not avail-
able, because self-diagnosis Possible cause:
DTC indicator and warning did not complete. (The motor- The rider has switched off the
light flashes quickly. cycle has to reach a defined DTC system.
The DTC has detected a degree minimum speed with the en- DTC Switching on ( 113).
of instability at the rear wheel z
gine running for the wheel-
and has intervened to reduce speed sensors to be checked: DTC fault
torque. The indicator and warn- min 5 km/h) with riding modes Pro OE
ing light flashes longer than the
DTC intervention lasts. This af- Pull away slowly. Bear in mind DTC indicator and warning
fords the rider visual feedback on that the DTC function is not light comes on.
control intervention even after the available until self-diagnosis has
completed. Traction control
critical situation has been dealt failure! Riding
with. at mod. speed pos.
 Ride carefully to next carefully to next special-
3 specialist workshop. ist workshop. WARNING
Possible cause: Possible cause: Irregular engine operation or
82
The DTC control unit has detec- The D­ESA control unit has de- engine shutdown due to lack
ted a fault. tected a fault. The damping and/ of fuel
Bear in mind that the DTC or spring adjuster may be the Risk of accident, damage to cata-
function is not available or the cause. In this condition, the mo- lytic converter
Status indicators

functionality is subject to cer- torcycle may have too much Do not run the fuel tank dry.
tain restrictions. damping and is uncomfortable
Possible cause:
You can continue to ride. Take to drive, especially on roads in
poor condition. Alternatively, the The fuel tank contains no more
note of the more detailed in-
spring preload may be incorrectly than the reserve quantity of fuel.
formation on situations that can
lead to a DTC fault ( 188). adjusted. Reserve fuel
Have the fault rectified as Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a quickly as possible by a
z specialist workshop, preferably specialist workshop, preferably approx. 3.5 l
an authorised BMW Motorrad an authorised BMW Motorrad Refuelling ( 177).
Retailer. Retailer.
Gear not trained
D­ESA fault Fuel down to reserve with shift assistant Pro OE
General warning light shows Fuel reserve reached. Go The gear indicator flashes.
yellow. to a filling station soon. The Pro shift assistant is
Spring strut adjust- not available.
ment faulty! Riding
at mod. speed pos. Ride
Possible cause: Hazard warning lights and SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
with shift assistant Pro OE system is switched on menu screens. 3
The gearbox sensor is not fully Turn signal indicator light 83
NOTICE
trained. flashes green.
Engage neutral gear N and, If the service-due indicator ap-
with the vehicle at a standstill, Turn signal indicator light
pears more than a month before
let the engine run for at least flashes green.
the service date, the current date
10 seconds to train the idle

Status indicators
Possible cause: has to be corrected. This situ-
gear. The driver has switched on the ation can occur if the battery was
Engage all gears with clutch hazard warning lights system. disconnected.
actuation and ride at least 10 Operating hazard warning flash-
seconds with the engaged Service due
ers ( 100).
gear. is displayed in white.
The gear indicator starts to Service-due indicator
flash when the gearbox sensor If service is overdue, the Service due! Have service
has been trained successfully. due date or the odometer carried out by authorised
z
Shift assistant Pro will operate reading at which service was due BMW Motorrad Retailer.
as described ( 194) once is accompanied by the 'General' Possible cause:
the transmission sensor has warning light showing yellow.
been completely taught-in. Service is due because of the
If the service is overdue, a yel- driving performance or the date.
If the training process was
low CC message is displayed. Have your motorcycle serviced
not successful, have the fault
Exclamation marks also draw at- regularly by a specialist work-
rectified by a specialist work-
tention to the displays for service, shop, preferably by an author-
shop, preferably an authorised
service appointment and remain- ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ing distance in the MY VEHICLE
 The operational and road The operational and road
3 safety of the motorcycle remain safety of the motorcycle remain
intact. intact.
84 The motorcycle's value is The motorcycle's value is
maintained as best as possible. maintained as best as possible.

Service-due date has

passed
Status indicators

General warning light shows

yellow.
is displayed in yellow.

Service overdue! Have

service carried out by
z authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer.
Possible cause:
Service is overdue because of
the driving performance or the
date.
Have your motorcycle serviced
regularly by a specialist work-
shop, preferably by an author-
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Operation
Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . 87 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . 109
4
85
Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Emergency off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Operation
Intelligent emergency call . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Electronic Suspension Adjustment
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
(D­ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Day run lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 z
Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . 100
PRO riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Riding mode PRO with Connectiv-
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 ity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Tyre pressure monitoring
General settings in the multifunc- (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
tion display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
On-board computer with Con- Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
nectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
 Rider's manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
4
86

Operation

z
Ignition switch/steering Switching on ignition
lock 4
Keys 87
You receive 2 ignition keys.
Please note the information
about the electronic immobiliser
(EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid

Operation
( 88).
Ignition switch, fuel filler cap lock Turn the key to position 1
and seat lock are all operated while moving the handlebars
with the same key. Turn the key to the 1 position.
slightly. Parking lights and all function z
Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched on.
with case OA
circuits switched off. Engine can be started.
with topcase OA
Steering lock secured. Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
If you wish you can arrange to
Key can be removed. ( 168)
have the cases and the topcase
fitted with locks that can be ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
opened with this key as well. gress. ( 169)
Consult a specialist workshop, ASC self-diagnosis is in pro-
preferably an authorised gress. ( 170)
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Welcome lights
Lock the handlebars Switch on the ignition.
Turn the handlebars all the way The side lights briefly light up.
to left.
 with daytime riding light OE The battery can be recharged If you lose a key, you can have
4 The daytime riding lights briefly via the vehicle socket. it barred by your authorised
light up. BMW Motorrad Retailer. If you
88 Electronic immobiliser
with LED additional wish to do this, you will need
headlight OA The electronic design of the to bring all other keys for the
The LED auxiliary headlights motorcycle allows it to access motorcycle with you.
briefly light up. data stored in the ignition key by The engine cannot be started by
means of a ring antenna located a barred key, but a key that has
Operation

Switching off ignition in the ignition switch. The engine been barred can subsequently be
control unit will only allow the en- reactivated.
gine to be started if the key is You can obtain emergency/extra
identified as “authorised”. keys only through an authorised
z BMW Motorrad Retailer. The
NOTICE
keys are part of an integrated
A spare key attached to the security system, so the dealer is
same ring as the ignition key under an obligation to check the
used to start the engine could legitimacy of all applications for
"irritate" the electronics, in which replacement/extra keys.
Turn the key to the 1 position. case the enabling signal for
starting is not issued. Ignition with
Light switched off.
Handlebars not locked. Always keep the spare key sep- Keyless Ride
Key can be removed. arately from the ignition key. with Keyless Ride OE
Electrically powered accessor-
ies remain operational for a lim-
ited period of time.
Keys Lock the handlebars
NOTICE
Requirement 4
NOTICE The vehicle cannot be started if The handlebars are turned to- 89
The telltale light for the radio- the radio control key is not within wards the left. Radio-operated
operated key flashes while the range (e.g. key inside one of the key is within range.
search for the radio-operated key cases or the topcase).
is in progress. If the radio-operated key re-

Operation
The telltale light goes out as mains out of range the ignition
soon as the radio-operated key is switched off after about 1.5
or the emergency key is found. minutes to protect the battery.
The telltale light goes out briefly It is advisable to keep the radio-
if the search times out without operated key on your person z
the radio-operated key or the (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to
emergency key being found. have the emergency key with
you as an alternative.
You receive one radio-operated
Press and hold down button 1.
key and one emergency key. Range of the Keyless The steering lock engages with
Please note the information Ride radio-operated key an audible click.
about the electronic immobiliser
Ignition, lights and all function
(EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid with Keyless Ride OE
circuits switched off.
( 88). approx. 1 m To unlock the steering lock,
Ignition, fuel filler cap and anti-
briefly press button 1.
theft alarm system all work with
the radio-operated key. Seat
lock, topcase and cases can be
locked and unlocked manually.
 Switching on ignition with LED additional Switching off ignition
4 Requirement headlight OA Requirement
Radio-operated key is within LED auxiliary headlights are Radio-operated key is within
90
range. switched on. range.
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
( 168)
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. ( 169)
Operation

ASC self-diagnosis is in pro-

gress. ( 170)

Version 2:
z Steering lock is engaged; press
and hold down button 1.
The steering lock disengages.
There are two ways of activat- There are two ways of deactiv-
Parking lights and all function
ing the ignition. ating the ignition.
circuits switched on.
Version 1: Version 1:
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
Briefly press button 1. Briefly press button 1.
( 168)
Side lights and all function cir- Light is switched off.
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
cuits are switched on. Handlebars (steering lock) are
gress. ( 169)
with daytime riding light OE not locked.
ASC self-diagnosis is in pro-
Daytime riding light is switched gress. ( 170)
on. Version 2:
Turn the handlebars all the way
to left.
 Press and hold down button 1. If you mislay a radio-operated key Battery of the radio-
Light is switched off. you can have the key in ques- operated key is flat or the 4
The steering lock engages. tion barred by your authorised key has been lost 91
BMW Motorrad Retailer. In order
Electronic immobiliser to have a key barred you must
EWS bring along all the other keys be-
The on-board electronics access longing to the motorcycle.
the data saved in the radio-op- The engine cannot be started

Operation
erated key via a ring aerial in the by a barred radio-operated key,
wireless lock. The ignition is not but a radio-operated key that has
enabled for starting until the en- been barred can subsequently be
gine control unit has recognised reactivated.
the radio-operated key as "au- You can obtain emergency/extra
z
thorised" for your motorcycle. keys only through an authorised Please consult the information
BMW Motorrad Retailer. The on the electronic immobiliser
NOTICE radio-operated keys are part of (EWS) if a key is lost or mis-
an integrated security system, so laid.
A spare key attached to the If you happen to lose or mislay
same ring as the radio-operated the dealer is under an obligation
to check the legitimacy of all ap- the radio-operated key while
key used to start the engine on a journey, you can start the
could 'irritate' the electronics, in plications for replacement/extra
keys. vehicle with the emergency
which case the enabling signal key.
for starting is not issued.
If the battery of the radio-oper-
Always keep the spare key sep- ated key is flat, the motorcycle
arate from the radio-operated can be started by inserting the
key.
 folded radio-operated key into Replace the battery of the
4 the ring aerial under the seat. radio-operated key
Removing seat ( 127). Requirement
92
Insert emergency key or the
The radio-operated key does
folded, flat radio-operated
not react because the battery
key 1 in the ring aerial 2.
is weak.
NOTICE KEYLO! appears on the display.
Operation

The emergency key or the fol-

Change the battery.
ded, flat radio-operated key must Press button 1.
be inserted into the opening in with Connectivity OE Key bit flips out.
z the ring aerial. Remote key battery Push up battery cover 2.
weak. Limited central Remove the battery 3.
Time during which the locking function. Change Dispose of the old battery in
engine has to be started. battery. accordance with all applicable
The unlocking procedure has laws and regulations; do not
to be repeated if this time is Change the battery. attempt to dispose of batteries
allowed to expire. as domestic waste.
30 s ATTENTION
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
Key has been recognised. Unsuitable or incorrectly in-
Engine can be started. serted batteries
Starting the engine ( 167). Component damage
Use a battery compliant with Emergency off switch The emergency off switch is a
the manufacturer's specifica- (kill switch) kill switch for switching off the 4
tions. engine quickly and easily.
When inserting the battery, 93
always make sure polarity is
correct.
Insert the new battery with the

Operation
positive terminal up.
Battery type

For Keyless Ride-radio-oper-

1 Emergency off switch (kill
z
ated key
switch) A Engine switched off
CR 2032 B Normal operating position
Remove the battery 2. (run)
Red LED on the instrument WARNING
panel flashes. Operation of the kill switch Intelligent emergency
The radio-operated key is while riding call
ready for use again. Risk of fall due to rear wheel
with intelligent emergency
locking
call OE
Do not operate the kill switch
when riding.
 Emergency call via BMW
4 Press the SOS button in an
NOTICE

94 emergency only. A changeover of the language for

Even if an emergency call using the emergency call can only be
BMW is not possible, the system performed by the BMW Motorrad
may make an emergency call to partner. The language assigned
a public emergency call number. to the vehicle varies from the se-
This depends on the respective lectable language the driver can
Operation

mobile phone network and the choose as the display language

national regulations. in the multifunction display. Open cover 1.
The emergency call is not able to Briefly press SOS button 2.
be ensured because of technical Manual emergency call
z
reasons due to unfavourable con- Requirement
ditions, e.g. in areas where there An emergency call has occurred.
is no mobile phone reception. The vehicle is at a standstill. The
ignition is switched on.
Language for emergency
call
Each vehicle has a language as-
signed to it depending on the
market for which it is intended.
The BMW Call Center answers in
this language.
 4
95

Operation
with Connectivity OE The reception symbol 1 indicates Provide information to the
that the connection has been emergency services using the
established. microphone 3 and speaker 4. z
The time until transmission of
the emergency call 1 is dis- Automatic emergency call
played. During that time, it is The intelligent emergency call
possible to cancel the emer- is active after the ignition is
gency call. switched on and reacts if a fall or
Operate the emergency-off crash occurs.
switch to stop the engine.
Remove helmet. Emergency call in the
After expiry of the timer, a event of a light fall
voice contact to the BMW Call A minor fall or a crash is detec-
Center is established. with Connectivity OE ted.
The connection was An acoustic signal is sounded.
established.
 possible to cancel the emer-
4 gency call.
If possible, remove helmet and
96 stop engine.
A voice contact connection to
the BMW Call Center is estab-
lished.
Operation

with Connectivity OE
The connection was
z established.

The reception symbol 1 indicates

that the connection has been
established.

with Connectivity OE

Open cover 1.
The time until transmission of
the emergency call 1 is dis-
played. During that time, it is
 Provide information to the The low-beam headlight switches
emergency services using the on automatically under the fol- 4
microphone 3 and speaker 4. lowing conditions:
97
When the engine is started.
Emergency call in the
When the vehicle is pushed
event of a severe fall with the ignition switched on.
A severe fall or a crash is de-
tected.

Operation
NOTICE
The emergency call is placed
automatically without delay. When the engine is not running Push switch 1 forward to
you can switch on the lights by switch on the high-beam
Lights switching on the ignition and headlight.
either switching on the high-
z
Low-beam headlight and Pull switch 1 back to operate
sidelights beam headlight or operating the the headlight flasher.
headlight flasher.
The side lights switch on auto- Headlight courtesy delay
matically when the ignition is with daytime riding light OE feature
switched on. In daytime the daytime riding Switch off the ignition.
NOTICE light can be switched on as an
alternative to the low-beam head-
The side lights place a strain on light.
the battery. Do not switch the
ignition on for longer than abso- High-beam headlight and
lutely necessary. headlight flasher
Switching on ignition ( 87).
 Manual daytime riding
4 light
98 Requirement
Automatic daytime riding light is
switched off.

WARNING
Operation

Switching on the daytime

Immediately after switching off Immediately after switching off riding light in the dark.
the ignition, pull switch 1 back the ignition, push button 1 to Risk of accident
z and hold it in that position until the left and hold it in that po- Do not use the daytime riding
the headlight courtesy delay sition until the parking lights light in the dark.
feature comes on. come on.
The vehicle lighting lights for Switch the ignition on and off NOTICE
one minute and is automatically again to switch off the parking
switched back off. lights. By comparison with the low-
This can be used after parking beam headlight, the daytime
the vehicle, for example, to light Day run lights running light makes the vehicle
the way to the house door. with daytime riding light OE more visible to oncoming traffic.
This improves daytime visibility.
Parking lights
Starting the engine ( 167).
Switching off ignition ( 88).
Switch off the A DRL function
in SETUP.
 with Connectivity OE daytime riding light and switch personal assessment of the
In the Settings, Vehicle on the low-beam headlight and light conditions 4
settings, Lights menu, front side light. Risk of accident
99
switch off the Auto. dayt. Switch off the automatic day-
rid. light function. NOTICE time riding light in poor light
If the high-beam headlight is conditions.
switched on while the daytime
NOTICE

Operation
riding light is on, the daytime
riding light is switched off after
The changeover between
approx. 2 seconds and the
daytime riding light and low-
high-beam headlight, low-beam
beam headlight including front
headlight and front side light are z
side lights can be effected
switched on.
automatically.
If the high beam headlight is
switched off again, the daytime Switch on the A DRL function
Press button 1 to switch on running light is not automat- in SETUP.
the daytime riding light. ically reactivated, but must be with Connectivity OE
The indicator light for the switched on again if required. In the Settings, Vehicle
daytime riding light lights settings, Lights menu,
up. Automatic daytime riding switch on the Auto. dayt.
light rid. light function.
The low-beam headlight The indicator light for the
and the front side lights are WARNING automatic daytime riding
switched off. light lights up.
In the dark or in tunnels: Press The automatic daytime rid-
button 1 again to switch off the ing light does not replace the
 If the ambient brightness de- If you press the button again pressed once operating readi-
4 creases below a certain value, the daytime riding light is re- ness is switched on. The hazard
the low beam headlight is auto- activated, in other words the warning lights function becomes
100 matically switched on (e. B. in a daytime riding light is switched active again once the indicator
tunnel). When sufficient ambi- on again when ambient light is button is released.
ent brightness is detected, the bright enough.
daytime riding light is switched
back on. Hazard warning lights
Operation

The indicator light for the system

daytime riding light shows if
the daytime riding light is active. Operating hazard warning
flashers
z Manual operation of the Switch on the ignition.
light when the automatic
system is switched on NOTICE
If you press the button for the The hazard warning flashers Press button 1 to switch on
daytime riding light the daytime place a strain on the battery. the hazard warning lights sys-
riding light is switched off and Do not use the hazard warning tem.
the low-beam headlight and flashers for longer than absolutely Ignition can be switched off.
front side lights are switched necessary. To switch off the hazard warn-
on (e. g. when you ride into ing lights system, switch on the
a tunnel, and the response of NOTICE ignition if necessary and press
the automatic daytime riding button 1 again.
light to the change in ambient The indicator function replaces
brightness is delayed). the hazard warning lights func-
tion while the indicator button is
Turn indicators Comfort turn indicator dicators only switch off automat-
Operating the turn
ically once the speed-dependent 4
distance covered is reached.
indicators 101
Switch on the ignition. Multifunction display
Select the display at the
top

Operation
Switching on ignition ( 87).

If button 1 has been pressed to

the right or left, the turn indic- z
ators are automatically switched
off under the following circum-
stances:
Press button 1 to the left to
Speed below 30 km/h: after
switch on the left turn indicator.
50 m distance covered.
Press button 1 to the right to
Speed between 30 km/h and
switch on the right turn indic-
100 km/h: after a speed-de- Press the top part 1 of the
ator.
pendent distance covered or in MENU rocker button briefly to
Operate button 1 in the centre
case of acceleration. select the display in the upper
position to switch off the turn
Speed over 100 km/h: after line 3.
indicator.
flashing five times. The following values can be dis-
played:
If button 1 is pressed to the right
or left slightly longer, the turn in- Odometer ODO
 Trip distance 1 TRIP 1 to select the display in the bot- The trip recorder desired is
4 Trip distance 2 TRIP 2 tom line 4. displayed.
Automatic trip distance The following values can be dis-
102 played:
TRIP A, is automatically reset
if a minimum of six hours Range RANGE
have passed and the date has Average consumption CONS 1
changed since the ignition was Average consumption CONS 2
switched off. Current consumption CONS C
Operation

Call up the settings menu: Outside temperature EXTEMP

SETUP ENTER (is only dis- Coolant temperature ENGTMP
played when the vehicle is sta- Average speed SPEED Ø
tionary)
z with tyre pressure control Press and hold the top part 1
Select the display at the (RDC) OE of the MENU rocker button un-
bottom Tyre pressure control RDC til the trip distance recorder 3
is reset.
Battery voltage VOLTGE Trip recorder reading = 0.0
Riding time RDTIME
Date DATE Resetting the average
values
Resetting trip distance Switch on the ignition.
recorder Press the bottom part of
Switch on the ignition. the MENU rocker button
Select the trip recorder. repeatedly until the desired
Press the bottom part 2 of average consumption or the
the MENU rocker button briefly average speed is displayed.
 4
103

Operation
Press the bottom part 2 of Press and hold the bottom Briefly press the top part 1 of
the MENU rocker button until part 2 of the MENU rocker the MENU rocker button re-
the average value 4 displayed button until the riding time peatedly until SETUP ENTER 3 z
has been reset. RDTIME 3 has been reset. appears on the display.
Average value = -- -- -- Riding time starts at 00:00:00 Press and hold the top part 1
of the MENU rocker button to
Resetting the riding time SETUP start SETUP.
Switch on the ignition. Press the top part 1 of the
Selecting SETUP
Briefly press the bottom part 2 MENU rocker button briefly to
of theMENU rocker button Requirement select the following parameters
repeatedly until the riding The vehicle is at a standstill. in the SETUP:
time RDTIME appears on the with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
display. Automatically activate anti-theft
alarm function when the igni-
tion is switched off DWA ON or
 leave the automatic function pressure warning can only be button repeatedly until SETUP
4 switched off DWA OFF. switched off in off-road mode. EXIT appears on the display.
Set the time CLOCK. Adjust the units UNIT. Press and hold the bottom
104 part 2 of the MENU rocker
with preparation for navigation Reset displays RESET.
system OE Exit SETUP EXIT. button.
Show time from Global Po- SETUP ENTER is displayed.
sitioning System GPS ON or Quitting SETUP Alternatively: switch the ignition
time from on-board computer Requirement off and on again.
Operation

GPS OFF. There are four options for quit- SETUP ENTER is displayed.
Set the date DATE. ting SETUP. Alternatively, ride away.
Switch upshift recommendation
Speed for operation in
off ECOSFT OFF or on ECO-
z SFT ON.
SETUP mode
Adjust the brightness of the max 10 km/h
backlighting in the instrument
SETUP will be quit when the
cluster BRIGHT.
permissible speed for operation
with daytime riding light OE is exceeded.
Activate automatic daytime ODO is displayed.
riding light A DRL ON or All settings will be saved
manual daytime riding light whatever method is used to
A DRL OFF. Press and hold the top part 1
quit SETUP.
with tyre pressure control of the MENU rocker button.
(RDC) OE SETUP ENTER is displayed.
Switch minimum pressure Alternatively, briefly press the
warning off RDC PRO OFF or on top part 1 of the MENU rocker
RDC PRO ON. The minimum
Date and time Press the bottom part of the Setting the date
Setting the clock
MENU rocker button briefly to Requirement 4
go back an hour.
Requirement The vehicle is at a standstill. 105
Press and hold the bottom
The vehicle is at a standstill. part of the MENU rocker but- Switch on the ignition.
ton once the desired hour has Selecting SETUP ( 103).
Switch on the ignition. been set. SETUP DATE is displayed.
Selecting SETUP ( 103). The minutes 2 flash.

Operation
SETUP CLOCK is displayed. Press the top part of the
MENU rocker button briefly to
advance the minutes.
Press the bottom part of the
MENU rocker button briefly to z
go back a minute.
Press and hold the bottom part
of the MENU rocker button
once the desired minute has
been set. Press and hold the bottom part
The minutes 2 stop flashing. of the MENU rocker button.
Press and hold the bottom part Checking the setting on the Day 1 flashes.
of the MENU rocker button to time display 3.
set the hours. This completes the process. Press the top part of the
The hours 1 flash. Press and hold the top part of MENU rocker button briefly to
Press the top part of the the MENU rocker button. advance the day.
MENU rocker button briefly to SETUP ENTER is displayed.
advance the hours.
 Press the bottom part of the Press the bottom part of the
4 MENU rocker button briefly to MENU rocker button and hold
go back one day. once the desired year has been
106 Press the bottom part of the set.
MENU rocker button and hold Year 3 no longer flashes.
once the desired day has been This completes the process.
set. Press and hold the top part of
Month 2 flashes. the MENU rocker button.
Operation

Press the top part of the SETUP ENTER is displayed.

MENU rocker button briefly to Briefly press the bottom part 2
advance the month. General settings in the of the MENU rocker button
Press the bottom part of the multifunction display repeatedly until the desired
z MENU rocker button briefly to brightness of the backlighting
go back one month. Adjusting the brightness
is set.
Press the bottom part of the of the backlighting in the Press and hold the top part 1
MENU rocker button and hold instrument cluster of the MENU rocker button to
once the desired month has Requirement quit SETUP.
been set. The vehicle is at a standstill. SETUP ENTER appears on the
Year 3 flashes. display.
Press the top part of the Switch on the ignition.
MENU rocker button briefly to Selecting SETUP ( 103). Adjusting the units
advance the year. Briefly press the top part 1 of Requirement
Press the bottom part of the the MENU rocker button re- The vehicle is at a standstill.
MENU rocker button briefly to peatedly until SETUP BRIGHT
go back one year. appears on the display. Switch on the ignition.
Selecting SETUP ( 103).
Briefly press the top Change clock display between Press and hold the bottom
part 1 of the MENU rocker 24H and 12H part 2 of the MENU rocker 4
button repeatedly until Change date format between button to quit SETUP UNIT.
SETUP UNIT ENTER appears DMY and MDY SETUP RESET appears on the 107
on the display. display.
Press and hold the bottom
part 2 of the MENU rocker
button to activate SETUP UNIT.

Operation
SETUP UNIT SPEED appears
on the display.
Press the top part 1 of the
MENU rocker button briefly to
select the following parameters z
in the SETUP UNIT:
Change speed indicator unit Press the bottom part 2 of
between KMH and MPH the MENU rocker button briefly Briefly press the top
Change distance recorder unit until the desired unit 3 is set part 1 of the MENU rocker
between KM and MI on the speed indicator or the button repeatedly until
Change fuel consumption distance recorder. SETUP UNIT RESET appears
display between L/100, KM/L Briefly press the top on the display if you wish to
and MPG part 1 of the MENU rocker reset the units to the factory
Change tyre pressure control button repeatedly until setting.
(RDC) unit between BAR, PSI SETUP UNIT EXIT appears Press and hold the bottom
and KPA on the display if you wish to part 2 of the MENU rocker
Change temperature display complete adjustment. button until the RESET 3
unit between °C and °F display flashes.
 Units have been reset to the peatedly until SETUP RESET Scroll to the right until the
4 factory setting. appears on the display. ON-BOARD COMPUTER menu
SETUP UNIT EXIT is Press and hold the bottom screen is displayed.
108 displayed. part 2 of the MENU rocker
Press and hold the bottom button until SETUP has been Resetting on-board
part 2 of the MENU rocker reset. computer
button to quit SETUP UNIT. Calling up the on-board com-
SETUP RESET appears on the NOTICE puter ( 108).
Operation

display. Date and time can also be reset Press down the MENU rocker
to a default value by using the button.
Resetting SETUP Select Reset all values
SETUP RESET function.
Switch on the ignition. or Reset individual val.
z Selecting SETUP ( 103). A time of 12:00 is displayed. and confirm.
Press and hold the top part 1 The following values can be re-
of the MENU rocker button to set:
quit SETUP. Break
SETUP ENTER is displayed. Journey
Current (TRIP 1)
On-board computer Av. spee.
with Connectivity Av. consump.
with Connectivity OE
Calling up the trip
Calling up the on-board computer
Briefly press the top part 1 of computer Calling up the on-board com-
the MENU rocker button re- Call up the My vehicle menu. puter ( 108).
 Scroll to the right until the Antilock Brake System with Connectivity OE
TRIP COMPUT. menu screen (ABS) Immediately after the button 1 is 4
is displayed. pressed, the system statuses for
Deactivating the ABS 109
ASC⁄DTC and ABS are displayed
Resetting trip computer function as ON.
Calling up the trip computer Switching on ignition ( 87).
( 108). Initially the ASC indicator and
Press down the MENU rocker NOTICE warning light changes status.

Operation
button. Press and hold button 1 until
You have the option of deactiv- the ABS indicator and warn-
Select Reset automatic-
ating the ABS function while the ing light changes its status. In
ally or Reset all and con-
motorcycle is on the move. this case, the ASC⁄DTC setting
firm.
The trip computer is automat- does not change. z
ically reset if a minimum of six ABS indicator and warning
hours have passed and the light shows.
date has changed since the
ignition was switched off if Re- with Connectivity OE
set automatically is selec- Possible ASC system status
ted. OFF! is displayed.
Release button 1 once the
ABS system status has
changed.
Press and hold button 1 until ABS indicator and warning
the ABS indicator and warning light remains on.
light changes its status.
 with Connectivity OE ASC⁄DTC and ABS are displayed You also have the option of
4 The ASC⁄DTC system status as OFF!. switching the ignition off and
remains unchanged and a new then on again.
110 ABS indicator and warn-
ABS system status OFF! is
ing light goes out; if self- An ABS fault has oc-
briefly displayed.
diagnosis has not completed, it curred if the ABS indic-
The ABS function is switched starts flashing. ator and warning light shows
off. when the motorcycle accel-
Operation

with Connectivity OE erates to a speed in excess

Activating the ABS Possible ASC system status ON of the minimum stated below
function is displayed. after the ignition was switched
Release button 1 once the off and then on again.
z ABS system status has min 10 km/h
changed.
ABS indicator and warning with riding modes Pro OE
light remains off or contin- If the encoding plug is not in-
ues to flash. serted, you have the alternative
of switching the ignition off and
with Connectivity OE
then on again.
The ASC⁄DTC system status
remains unchanged and a new
Press and hold button 1 until ABS system status ON is briefly
the ABS indicator and warning displayed.
light changes its status.
with Connectivity OE The ABS function is switched
Immediately after the button 1 is on.
pressed, the system statuses for
Automatic Stability with Connectivity OE Activating the ASC
Control (ASC) Immediately after button 1 is function 4
pressed, ASC system status ON without riding modes Pro OE
Deactivating the ASC 111
and current ABS system status
function are displayed.
without riding modes Pro OE
Switching on ignition ( 87). ASC indicator and warning
light shows.

Operation
NOTICE
with Connectivity OE
You have the option of deactiv- Possible ABS system status
ating the ASC function while the OFF! is displayed.
motorcycle is on the move.
Release button 1 once the z
ASC system status has Press and hold button 1 until
changed. the ASC indicator light changes
ASC indicator and warning its status.
light remains on. with Connectivity OE
Immediately after button 1
with Connectivity OE
is pressed, ASC system
The new ASC system status OFF! and current ABS
status OFF! is displayed briefly. system status are displayed.
The ABS system status remains
unchanged. ASC indicator and warn-
Press and hold button 1 until
ing light no longer lights up
the ASC indicator light changes The ASC function is switched and starts flashing if the self-dia-
its status. off. gnosis is incomplete.
 with Connectivity OE
4 Possible ABS system status ON
An ASC fault has oc-
curred if the ASC indic-
NOTICE
is displayed. ator and warning light shows Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
112
Release button 1 once the when the motorcycle accel- can also be switched off when
status has changed. erates to a speed in excess the motorcycle is in motion.
ASC indicator and warning of the minimum stated below
light remains off or contin- after the ignition was switched
ues flashing.
Operation

off and then on again.

with Connectivity OE min 5 km/h
The new ASC system status ON See the section entitled "En-
is displayed briefly. The gineering details" for more in-
z ABS system status remains formation on Automatic Stabil-
unchanged. ity Control.
How does the ASC work?
The ASC function is switched ( 186)
on. Press and hold button 1
If the encoding plug is not in- until the DTC indicator light
Dynamic Traction changes its status.
serted, you have the alternative
of switching the ignition off and
Control (DTC) with Connectivity OE
then on again. with riding modes Pro OE Immediately after button 1 is
pressed, DTC system status ON
DTC Switching off and current ABS system status
Switch on the ignition. are displayed.
 DTC indicator and warning DTC Switching on with Connectivity OE
light comes on. Possible DTC system status ON 4
is displayed.
with Connectivity OE 113
Release button 1 once the
Possible DTC system status status has changed.
OFF! is displayed. DTC indicator and warning
Release button 1 once the light remains off or contin-
status has changed. ues to flash.

Operation
DTC indicator and warning
light remains on. with Connectivity OE
The new DTC system status ON
Press and hold button 1
with Connectivity OE is displayed briefly. The
until the DTC indicator light
ABS system status remains z
The new DTC system changes its status.
status OFF! is displayed briefly. unchanged.
with Connectivity OE
The ABS system status remains
Immediately after button 1 The DTC function is switched
unchanged.
is pressed, DTC system on.
The DTC function is switched status OFF! and current ABS If the encoding plug is not in-
off. system status are displayed. serted, you have the alternative
of switching the ignition off and
DTC indicator and warn- then on again.
ing light goes out; if self-
diagnosis has not completed, it
starts to flash.
 Possible settings
4 A DTC fault has oc-
curred if the DTC in- Dynamic ESA (electronic chassis
114 dicator light shows when the and suspension adjustment) en-
motorcycle accelerates to a ables you to adjust rear-wheel
speed in excess of the min- damping to the road surface.
imum stated below after the Three damper settings and three
ignition was switched off and spring preload levels are avail-
able.
Operation

then on again.
min 5 km/h Viewing suspension The damping action is displayed
See the section entitled "En- settings on the multifunction display in
gineering details" for more in- area 1; the spring preload is dis-
z
formation on Dynamic Traction played in area 2.
Control:
How does traction control
work? ( 188)

Electronic Suspension
Adjustment (D­ESA)
with Dynamic ESA OE
Switching on ignition ( 87).
Press button 1 briefly to view
the current setting.
with Connectivity OE
Immediately after button 1
is pressed, the chassis and
suspension settings for damping want to use appears on the
action 2 and spring preload 3 are display. 4
displayed.
NOTICE 115
The setting shows briefly, then
You can adjust the damping
disappears automatically.
characteristic while the motor-
Adjusting the chassis and cycle is on the move.

Operation
suspension The following settings are avail-
Switching on ignition ( 87). able:
with Connectivity OE
ROAD: Damping for comfortable
on-road mode The selection arrow 4 appears
DYNA: Damping for dynamic on the display. z
on-road mode
The selection arrow 4
ENDURO: Damping for off-
disappears after the status is
road mode. Only available in
changed.
ENDURO or ENDURO PRO riding
with Connectivity OE
modes and can also not be
changed further in these riding The following settings are avail-
modes. able:
Road: Damping for comfort-
Press button 1 briefly to view able on-road mode
the current setting.
Dyna.: Damping for dynamic
To adjust damping: on-road mode
Repeatedly press button 1 Enduro: Damping for off-
briefly until the setting you road mode. Only available in
ENDURO or ENDURO PRO rid-
 ing modes and can also not be
4 adjusted further in these riding NOTICE
modes. You cannot adjust spring preload
116
while the motorcycle is on the
withConnectivity OE
move.
A message is displayed if a set-
ting is not possible in the riding The following settings are avail-
mode selected. Example: In able:
Operation

ENDURO riding mode damp. One-up

not adjustable.
with Connectivity OE
One-up with luggage The selection arrow 4 appears
z on the display.
Two-up (with luggage)
The selection arrow 4
disappears after the status is
changed.
with Connectivity OE
Wait for the mechanism to
The following message is complete all adjustments be-
displayed if it is not possible fore you ride off.
to adjust a setting: Load The settings for damping and
To adjust spring preload: adjustment only avail. spring preload shown on the
Starting the engine ( 167). stopped. display are automatically ac-
Repeatedly press and hold but- cepted if you allow a certain
ton 1 until the setting you want length of time to pass without
to use appears on the display. pressing button 1.
 Riding on a rain-wet roadway. See the "Engineering details"
Riding on a dry roadway. section for more information on 4
the riding modes ( 190).
with riding modes Pro OE 117
Sporty riding on a dry road sur- Select riding mode
face. Switching on ignition ( 87).
Riding in gentle off-road terrain.
Sporty off-road riding.

Operation
The interplay of throttle
with Connectivity OE response, ABS control and ASC/
The new chassis and suspension DTC control is optimised for
settings for damping action 2 each of the scenarios. z
and spring preload 3 are dis-
played briefly. NOTICE

Riding mode See the section entitled "Engin-

eering details" for more informa- Press button 1.
Using the riding modes tion on the riding modes that can
BMW Motorrad has developed be selected.
5 operational scenarios for your
motorcycle from which you can with Dynamic ESA OE
select the scenario suitable for The chassis and suspension ad-
your situation: justment can also be adjusted in
the scenario selected.
 is displayed. The guide 4 dis- Press button 1 repeatedly until
4 plays how many riding modes are the required riding mode is in-
available. dicated beneath the selection
118 arrow.

NOTICE
When the Enduro PRO mode is
Operation

selected: Note that ABS control

for the rear wheel is restricted
The selection arrow 1 and the (see the section entitled "Engin-
first selectable riding mode 2 are eering details").
z displayed. The following ride modes can be
selected:
ATTENTION RAIN: For riding on a rain-wet
road surface.
Activation of the off-road ROAD: For riding on a dry road
mode (Enduro and Enduro surface.
Pro) when riding on-road.
Risk of crash due to lack of sta- with riding modes Pro OE
bility when the vehicle brakes or The following riding modes are
accelerates in the control range additionally available for selection:
of ABS or ASC/DTC DYNAMIC: For dynamic riding
with Connectivity OE Activate off-road mode (Enduro on a dry road surface.
The riding mode currently act- and Enduro Pro) only for off-
ive 2 is sent to the back and the road riding.
first selectable riding mode 3
 ENDURO: When riding off-road characteristics, ABS, ASC⁄DTC Reinstall the protective cap
with road tyres. and Dynamic ESA also remains after removing the coding 4
once the ignition has been plug.
with riding modes Pro OE switched off. 119
Press in the lock 2 and pull off
If the encoding plug is fitted,
Installing encoding plug the cover cap 3.
ENDURO PRO replaces the
ENDURO riding mode. with riding modes Pro OE
ENDURO PRO: When riding

Operation
off-road with knobbly off-road Switching off ignition ( 88).
tyres. Removing seat ( 127).

With the motorcycle at a stand-

still, the selected mode is ac- z
tivated after approximately two
seconds.
The newly selected riding
mode is activated as you Fit the encoding plug 4.
ride only when the following
NOTICE
preconditions are satisfied:
Throttle grip is in idle position. The encoding plug and the cover
Brake is not applied. Remove rubber band 1. cap are stored in the motorcycle
Following activation of the new seat together with the toolkit.
riding mode the clock is dis- ATTENTION
The lock 2 engages.
played again. Dirt and damp penetrating Install rubber band 1.
The set riding mode with the inside open connectors Switch on the ignition.
relevant adjustments in engine Malfunctions
4 NOTICE

120 If the encoding plug is in place,

the disabled driving safety sys-
tems remain disabled even after
switching the ignition off and
back on.
Operation

Symbol for encoding plug is

displayed.
Repeatedly press the 1 button Press and hold button 2 to
Select riding mode ( 117). until 2 SETUP ENTER appears launch the SETUP MODE.
Installing seat ( 128). in the top line of the display. SETUP ENGINE is displayed.
z
Press and hold button 1 to
PRO riding mode start the SETUP menu. Adjusting Enduro PRO
with riding modes Pro OE SETUP MODE ENDURO PRO with riding modes Pro OE
ENTER is displayed. Launch SETUP MODE
Adjustment option ( 120).
The PRO riding modes can be SETUP ENGINE appears on the
set individually. display.
Launch SETUP MODE
Install the coding plug.
( 119).
Switching on ignition ( 87).
 SETUP MODE RESET appears RESET flashes three times.
on the display. SETUP MODE EXIT appears on 4
the display.
121

Operation
Press button 2 briefly to set
ENGINE to RAIN, ROAD or
DYNA. z
Press button 1 briefly. Press button 1 briefly to keep
SETUP DTC appears on the the settings. Press button 1 briefly to return
display. SETUP MODE EXIT appears on to the settings menu page.
Press button 2 briefly to the display. SETUP ENGINE appears on the
set DTC to ENDURO or Alternatively, press and hold display.
ENDURO PRO. button 2 to reset all paramet- Alternatively, press and hold
Press button 1 briefly. ers. button 2 to quit SETUP MODE.
SETUP ABS appears on the The factory setting is adop-
display. ted for the Enduro PRO riding
Press button 2 briefly to mode:
set ABS to ENDURO or DTC: ENDURO PRO
ENDURO PRO. ABS: ENDURO PRO
Press button 1 briefly. ENGINE: DYNA
 The on-board computer read- Adjusting Enduro Pro
4 ings appear on the display. with riding modes Pro OE
122 with Connectivity OE
Riding mode PRO with Setting up PRO riding mode
Connectivity ( 122).
with riding modes Pro OE
with Connectivity OE
Operation

Setting up PRO riding

SETUP MODE ENDURO PRO mode
ENTER appears on the display. with riding modes Pro OE
z Install the coding plug.
( 119).
Switching on ignition ( 87).
with riding modes Pro OE
Call up the Settings, The Engine system has been
Vehicle settings menu. selected. The current setting is
The ENDURO PRO riding displayed as a diagram 1 with
mode can be modified. explanatory texts relating to the
Select and confirm riding system 2.
mode.
Press the 1 button repeatedly Select system and confirm.
until SETUP EXIT is shown.
Press and hold button 1.
 Resetting riding mode Display when adjusting
settings settings (Speed Limit Info 4
Setting up PRO riding mode not active) 123
( 122).
Select Reset and confirm.
The following factory settings
apply for ENDURO PRO riding

Operation
mode:
DTC: Enduro Pro
with riding modes Pro OE ABS: Enduro Pro
You can browse through the ENGINE: Dynamic
available settings 3 and the cor- z
responding explanations 4. Cruise-control system The symbol 1 for cruise control
Setting up system. is displayed in the Pure Ride view
with cruise control OE
The Engine, DTC and ABS and the top status line.
systems can be set up in the
same way.
The settings can be reset to
the factory settings:
Resetting riding mode settings
( 123).
 Display when adjusting
4 settings (Speed Limit Info
Adjustment range for
cruise control
124 active)
30...210 km/h
Indicator light for cruise
control lights up.
Operation

The motorcycle maintains your

current cruising speed and the
Slide switch 1 to the right. setting is saved.
Button 2 is operational.
z Accelerating
Saving road speed
The symbol 1 for cruise control
is displayed in the Pure Ride view
and the top status line.

Switching on cruise
control
Requirement
Cruise control is available only
after exiting the Enduro or
Enduro Pro riding modes. Briefly push button 1 forward.
Briefly push button 1 forward. Speed is increased by 1-
2 km/h each time you push the
button.
 Push button 1 forward and The motorcycle decelerates Resuming former cruising
hold it in this position. steplessly. speed 4
The motorcycle accelerates The current speed is main-
steplessly. tained and saved if button 1 is 125
The current speed is main- not pushed again.
tained and saved if button 1 is
not pushed again. Switching off cruise
control

Operation
Decelerating Operate the brakes, clutch or
throttle grip (throttle back to
beyond the basic setting), to
switch cruise control off.
The cruise control indicator Briefly push button 1 back to z
light goes out. return to the speed previously
saved.

NOTICE
Opening the throttle does not
Briefly push button 1 back. deactivate the cruise-control sys-
The speed is reduced by 1- tem. If you release the twistgrip
2 km⁄h each time you push the the motorcycle will decelerate
button. only to the cruising speed saved
Push button 1 back and hold it in memory, even though you
in this position. might have intended slowing to
a lower speed.
 Indicator light for cruise Switching minimum only when the engine is
4 control lights up. pressure warning on or off running.
126 The minimum pressure of the
Switching off cruise tyres can be chosen freely. NOTICE
control Once the minimum pressure The increase in power consump-
has been reached, a minimum tion caused by having the heated
pressure warning can be dis- handlebar grips switched on can
Operation

played. drain the battery if you are rid-

Call up the Settings, ing at low engine speeds. If the
Vehicle settings, RDC charge level is low, the heated
menu. handlebar grips are switched off
z Switch Nom. pressure to ensure the battery's starting
warning on or off. capability.

Slide switch 1 to the left. Heated handlebar grips

The system is deactivated. with heated grips OE
Button 2 is disabled.
Operating the heated
Tyre pressure handlebar grips
monitoring (RDC) Starting the engine ( 167).
withConnectivity OE NOTICE
with tyre pressure control
(RDC) OE The heating in the heated
handlebar grips can be activated Repeatedly press button 1 un-
with riding modes Pro OE
til the desired heating level 2
 appears in front of the heated with Connectivity OE 35% heating power
grip symbol 3. 4
The handlebar grips can be
heated to three levels. Stage The selected heating stage will 127
three is for heating the grips be saved if you allow a certain
quickly: it is advisable to switch length of time to pass without
back to stage one or two as soon making further changes.
as the grips are warm.

Operation
75% heating power In order to switch off the
heated grips, press button 1
repeatedly until the heated grip
55% heating power Repeatedly press button 1 un- symbol 3 is no longer shown
til the desired heating level 2 on the display. z
appears in front of the heated
35% heating power grip symbol 3. Seat
The handlebar grips can be
heated to three levels. Stage Removing seat
The selected heating stage will three is for heating the grips Requirement
be saved if you allow a certain quickly: it is advisable to switch Place the motorcycle on its stand
length of time to pass without back to stage one or two as soon on firm, even ground.
making further changes. as the grips are warm.
75% heating power

55% heating power

 Remove seat bench in direction Rider's manual
4 of arrow 5 and place on spacer
Stowing the rider's
buffers on a clean surface.
128 manual
Installing seat Stow the rider's manual(s) in
Operation the pocket supplied.

Turn the seat lock 1 to the

right with the ignition key.
z Seat bench is unlocked.

Slide seat bench 2 in direction

of arrow 4 into holds 3.
Press seat bench firmly in dir- Fold the opening end of the
ection of arrow 5. pocket multiple times as tightly
The seat bench audibly en- as possible, then close the
gages. hook and loop fastener 1.
Stow the pocket in the rear
end.
Press seat bench 2 in direction
of arrow 4 out of the holds 3.
TFT display
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
5
129
Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
General settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

TFT display
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
My vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 z
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Display software version . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Display licence information . . . . . . . . . 149
 General instructions Operate those systems or storing the device above the fuel
5 Warnings
devices only when the traffic tank (e.g. in your jacket pocket).
situation allows for it.
130 If necessary, stop and operate
WARNING NOTICE
the systems or devices when
Using a smartphone during stationary. Depending on the mobile device,
the journey or while the en- the scope of the Connectivity
gine is running Connectivity functions functions may be restricted.
TFT display

Risk of accident Connectivity functions include

BMW Motorrad
Always observe the relevant media, telephony and navigation.
road traffic regulations. Connectivity functions can Connected App
Do not use the smartphone be used if the TFT display is The BMW Motorrad Connec-
during the journey (apart from connected to a mobile end ted App contains usage and
z device and helmet ( 140). vehicle information. For some
applications that do not require
operation, e.g. making tele- For more information on the functions, such as navigation, the
phone calls with the hands-free Connectivity functions go to app must be installed on the mo-
system). bmw­motorrad.com bile end device and connected
to the TFT display. The app is
used to start route guidance and
WARNING NOTICE adjust the navigation.
Distraction from the road and If the fuel tank is between
loss of control the mobile device and the NOTICE
Operating the integrated inform- TFT display, the Bluetooth
ation system and communication connection may be restricted. On some mobile devices, e.g.
devices while driving results in a BMW Motorrad recommends those with iOS operating sys-
risk of accident tems, the BMW Motorrad Con-
nected App must be opened be- Principle Turn the multi-controller
fore use.
Controls
downwards: 5
Move the cursor downwards in
Actuality 131
lists.
The TFT display may be updated Adjust settings.
after the publication date. Be- Decrease volume.
cause of this, your motorcycle
may differ from the information Tilt the multi-controller to

TFT display
supplied in the Rider's Manual. the left:
For up-to-date information go to Activate the function in accord-
bmw­motorrad.com ance with the operation feed-
back.
All contents of the display are Activate the function to the left
operated using the multi-con- or back.
z
troller 1 and the MENU 2 rocker Go back to the View menu
button. after settings.
Depending on the context, the In the View menu, change up a
following functions are possible. level.
In the My Vehicle menu: ad-
Multi-controller functions vance one menu screen.
Turn the multi-controller
upwards: Tilt the multi-controller to
the right:
Move the cursor upwards in
lists. Activate the function in accord-
Adjust settings. ance with the operation feed-
Increase volume. back.
 Confirm selection. Press and hold the top part Operating instructions in
5 Confirm settings. of the MENU rocker button: the main menu
Advance a menu step. In the View menu: call up
132
Scroll to the right in lists. Pure Ride view.
In the My Vehicle menu: ad- In Pure Ride view: change op-
vance one menu screen. erating focus to the Navigator.

MENU rocker button Briefly push MENU down:

TFT display

functions Change down a level.

No function if the lowest
NOTICE hierarchical level has been
reached.
Instructions given by the navig- Operating instructions show
z ation system are displayed in a Hold MENU down: whether interactions are possible,
dialogue box if the Navigation and which ones.
Change back to the last menu
menu has not been called up.
after a previous menu change
Operation of the MENU rocker
by holding up the MENU
button is temporarily restricted.
rocker button.
Briefly push MENU up:
In the View menu, change up a
level.
In the Pure Ride view: change
the display for rider info status
line.
 Operating instructions in pending on whether you can
submenus return to a higher level. 5
In addition to the operating in- Operating instruction 2: An
additional submenu level can 133
structions in the main menu,
there are additional operating in- be called up.
structions in the submenus. Operating instruction 3: There
are more entries than can be
displayed.

TFT display
Display Pure Ride view
What the operating
instructions mean: Press and hold the top part of
the MENU rocker button.
Operating instruction 1: the left
end has been reached. z
Operating instruction 2: it is
possible to scroll to the right.
Operating instruction 3: it is
possible to scroll down. Meaning of the operating
Operating instruction 4: it is instructions:
possible to scroll to the left. Operating instruction 1: The
Operating instruction 5: the current display is located in a
right end has been reached. hierarchical menu. A submenu
level is shown with a symbol.
Two symbols indicate two or
more submenu levels. The col-
our of the symbol changes de-
 Switching functions on Symbol 3 shows that the func- Repeatedly press the multi-
5 and off tion can be switched off. controller 1 briefly to the right
Symbol 4 shows that the func- until the desired menu item is
134 tion can be switched on. highlighted.
Briefly push button 2 down.
Call up the menu
NOTICE
TFT display

The Settings menu can only

be called up when the vehicle is
stationary.

Move the cursor in lists

Some menu items have a check
z box in front of them. The check
box shows whether the function
is on or off. Action symbols after
the menu items show what will Display Pure Ride view
be switched by tilting the multi- ( 133).
controller briefly to the right. Briefly push button 2 down.
Examples for switching on The following menus can be
and off: called up:
My vehicle
Symbol 1 shows that the func-
tion is switched on. Navigation Call up the menu ( 134).
Symbol 2 shows that the func- Media To move the cursor down in
tion is switched off. Telephone lists, turn the multi-controller 1
Settings
 down until the desired entry is The last menu used is called the left-hand side of the top
highlighted. up. The last entry highlighted status line. Operating actions 5
To move the cursor up in lists, is selected. relate to the active device until
turn the multi-controller 1 up the operating focus is changed 135
until the desired entry is high- Change of operating focus again.
lighted. with preparation for navigation Operating navigation system
system OE ( 245)
Confirm selection

TFT display
If the Navigator is connected, it System status displays
is possible to switch between The system status is displayed in
operation of the Navigator and the lower area of the menu if a
the TFT display. function is switched on or off.
Change the operating z
focus
with preparation for navigation
system OE
Select the desired entry. Securing navigation device
Briefly press the multi-control- ( 244).
ler 1 to the right. Display Pure Ride view
( 133).
Call up the last menu used Press and hold the top part of
In Pure Ride view: press and the MENU rocker button. Examples of what the system
hold the MENU rocker button. Operating focus switches to statuses mean:
the Navigator or TFT display. System status 1: ASC/DTC
The active device is marked on function is switched on.
 System status 2: ABS function Riding time 1
5 is switched off.

136 Switch display for rider Riding time 2

info status line
Requirement Break 1
The vehicle is at a standstill. The
Pure Ride view is displayed.
TFT display

Break 2
Switching on ignition ( 87).
Press and hold button 1 to
All the information necessary display the Pure Ride view. Average speed 1
for riding on public roads is
Briefly press button 1 to se-
presented in the TFT display
z lect the value in the top status Average speed 2
by the on-board computer.
line 2.
The information can be dis-
The following values can be dis-
played on the top status line. Fuel gauge.
played:
with tyre pressure control
Odometer Total
(RDC) OE
Trip distance 1 Current Range
Information from the tyre
Trip distance 2 Current
pressure control can also be
Average consumption 1
displayed.
Select content of the rider info.
Select content of the rider
status line ( 136). Average consumption 2 info. status line
Call up the Settings,
Display, Status line
content menu.
 Switch on the desired displays. If there are no operating in- Pure Ride view
It is possible to switch between structions, tilt the multi-control-
Rev. counter 5
the selected displays in the ler 1 to the left.
rider info. status line. If no dis- The setting is saved. 137
plays are selected, only the
range will be displayed. Switching Speed Limit
Info on or off
Adjust settings Requirement

TFT display
Vehicle is connected to the Nav-
igator or a compatible mobile
end device. The BMW Motorrad
Connected App is installed on
the mobile end device. 1 Scale
2 Lower engine speed range
z
Speed Limit Info displays 3 Upper/red engine speed
the maximum speed currently range
permitted. 4 Needle
Select and confirm the desired Call up the Settings, 5 Secondary indicator
settings menu. Display menu. 6 Engine speed display unit:
Turn the multi-controller 1 Switching Speed Limit Info 1000 revolutions per
downwards until the desired on or off. minute
setting is highlighted.
If there are operating instruc-
tions, tilt the multi-controller 1
to the right.
 Range The range is shown together General settings
5 with a warning once the fuel
Adjust the volume
reserve has been reached.
138 After a refuelling stop, range is Connect rider's and passen-
recalculated if the amount of ger's helmet ( 142).
fuel in the tank is greater than Increase volume: turn the
the reserve quantity. multi-controller upwards.
The calculated range is only an Decrease volume: turn the
TFT display

approximate figure. multi-controller downwards.

Mute: turn the multi-controller
Recommendation to all the way down.
The range readout 1 indicates upshift
how far you can ride with the fuel Setting the date
z remaining in the tank. This dis- Switching on ignition ( 87).
tance is calculated on the basis Call up the Settings, Sys-
of average consumption and the tem settings, Date and
quantity of fuel on board. time, Set date menu.
When the motorcycle is Adjusting Day Month and
propped on its side stand Year.
the slight angle of inclination Confirm setting.
means that the sensor cannot
register the fuel level correctly. Set date format
This is the reason why the The upshift recommendation 1
Call up the Settings, Sys-
range is recalculated only or 2 signals the economically
tem settings, Date and
when the side stand is in the best point in time for upshift.
time, Date format menu.
retracted position. Select the desired setting.
 Confirm setting. Call up the Settings, Sys- The following units of measure-

Setting the clock

tem settings, Date and ment can be set: 5
time, Time format menu. Distance covered
Switching on ignition ( 87). Select the desired setting. 139
Pressure
Confirm setting. Temperature
WARNING
Speed
Switching GPS Consumption
Adjusting the clock while rid-
synchronisation on or off

TFT display
ing
Risk of accident with preparation for navigation Setting the language
Set the clock only when the system OE Call up the Settings, Sys-
motorcycle is stationary. tem settings, Language
Call up the Settings, Sys- menu.
Call up the Settings, Sys- tem settings, Date and The following languages can be
tem settings, Date and time menu. z
set:
time, Set time menu. Switch GPS synchronisa- Chinese
Adjust Hour and Minute. tion on or off.
German
Confirm setting. The time is taken from the
English
Navigator if the relevant option
Setting time format Spanish
in the Navigator is activated.
French
Special functions ( 248)
WARNING Italian
Setting units of Dutch
Adjusting the clock while rid- Portuguese
ing measurement
Russian
Risk of accident Call up the Settings, Sys-
tem settings, Units menu. Ukrainian
Set the clock only when the
motorcycle is stationary.
 Adjusting brightness Bluetooth not possible to ensure fault-
5 Call up the Settings, Short-range wireless
free communications in every
Display, Brightness menu. situation.
140 technology
Adjusting display brightness.
The Bluetooth function might not Possible sources of
Resetting all settings be available in certain countries. interference:
All the settings in the Set- interference zones due to
Bluetooth is a short-range transmission masts and similar
tings menu can be reset to
TFT display

wireless technology. Bluetooth devices with non-compliant

the factory settings.
devices are short-range devices Bluetooth implementations
Call up the Settings menu.
transmitting on the license-free proximity of other Bluetooth-
Select Reset all and confirm. ISM band (Industrial, Scientific,
The settings in the following compatible devices
Medical) between 2.402 GHz
z menus are reset: and 2.480 GHz. They can be Pairing
Vehicle settings operated anywhere in the world Two Bluetooth devices must de-
System settings without a licence being required. tect each other before they can
Connections Although Bluetooth is designed create a connection with each
Display to establish and sustain robust other. This process of mutual
Information connections over short distances, recognition is known as pairing.
as with every other wireless When two devices have paired
Existing Bluetooth connections technology disruptions are they remember each other, so
are not deleted. possible. Interference can affect the pairing process is conducted
connections or connections can only once, on initial contact.
sometimes fail. Particularly when
multiple devices operate in a
Bluetooth network, with wireless
technology of this nature it is
 mobile phones and navigation (see mobile end device's
NOTICE systems). operating instructions). 5
On some mobile devices, e.g. Select Mobile device and
Please consult the operating in- confirm. 141
those with iOS operating sys- structions for your communica-
tems, the BMW Motorrad Con- Select PAIRING NEW MOB.
tion system. DEVICES and confirm.
nected App must be opened be-
fore use. Pairing Mobile end devices are being
searched for.

TFT display
Call up the Settings, Con-
During the pairing process, the
nections menu. The Bluetooth symbol
TFT display searches for other
Bluetooth connections can flashes in the bottom status
Bluetooth-compatible devices
be established, managed and line during pairing.
within its reception range. The
deleted in the CONNECTIONS
conditions that have to be satis-
fied before the audio system can
menu. The following Bluetooth Mobile end devices found are z
connections are displayed: displayed.
recognise another device are as
Mobile device Select and confirm mobile end
follows:
The Bluetooth function of the
Rider's helmet device.
device must be activated
Passenger helm. Follow the instructions on the
The connection status for mobile mobile end device.
The device must be "visible" to
end devices is displayed. Confirm that the code
others
The device must support the matches.
Connect mobile end The connection is established
A2DP profile
device and the connection status up-
Other Bluetooth-compatible
devices must be OFF (e.g. Pairing ( 141). dated.
Activate the mobile end If the connection is not
device's Bluetooth function established, consult the
 troubleshooting chart in the Make the helmet's communica- Deleting connections
5 section entitled "Technical tion system visible. Call up the Settings, Con-
data". ( 258) Select PAIRING NEW HEL- nections menu.
142 Depending on the mobile end METS or PAIRING NEW PASS. Select Delete connections.
device, telephone data is trans- HELM. and confirm. To delete an individual connec-
ferred to the vehicle automatic- Helmets are searched for. tion, select the connection and
ally. confirm.
Telephone data ( 149) The Bluetooth symbol
TFT display

To delete all connections, se-

If the telephone book is flashes in the bottom status
lect Delete all connec-
not displayed, consult the line during pairing.
tions and confirm.
troubleshooting chart in the
section entitled "Technical Helmets found are displayed.
data". ( 259) Select and confirm helmet.
z If the Bluetooth connection is The connection is established
not working as expected, con- and the connection status up-
sult the troubleshooting chart dated.
in the section entitled "Tech- If the connection is not
nical data". ( 259) established, consult the
troubleshooting chart in the
Connect rider's and section entitled "Technical
passenger's helmet data". ( 258)
Pairing ( 141). If the Bluetooth connection is
Select Rider's helmet or not working as expected, con-
Passenger helm. and con- sult the troubleshooting chart
firm. in the section entitled "Tech-
nical data". ( 259)
My vehicle
Start screen 5
1 Check control display 143
Mode of presentation
( 58)
2 Coolant temperature
( 72)

TFT display
3 Range ( 138)
4 Total distance travelled
5 Service-due indicator
( 83)
6 Rear tyre pressure ( 74)
z
7 On-board voltage ( 226)
8 Front tyre pressure
( 74)
 Operating instructions Scrolling through menu with tyre pressure control
5 screens (RDC) OE
TYRE PRESSURE
144
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
For more information on tyre
pressure and Check Control
messages, see the "Displays"
section.
TFT display

NOTICE

Operating instruction 1: tabs Check control messages are at-

which show how far to the left Call up the My vehicle menu. tached dynamically to the My
z or right can be scrolled. To scroll to the right, briefly Vehicle menu screen as addi-
Operating instruction 2: tab press Multi-Controller 1 to the tional tabs.
which shows the position of right.
the current menu screen. On-board computer and
To scroll to the left, briefly
press Multi-Controller 1 to the trip computer
left. The ON-BOARD COMPUTER and
The My Vehicle menu contains TRIP COMPUT. menu screens
the following screens: display vehicle and trip data, such
MY VEHICLE as average values.
Check Control messages (if
any)
ON-BOARD COMPUTER
TRIP COMPUT.
Service requirements
5
145

TFT display
If the time remaining to the next
service is less than a month or
if the next service is due within z
1000 km, a white CC message is
displayed.
 Navigation Operate those systems or Entering destination
5 Warnings
devices only when the traffic address
situation allows for it. Connect mobile end device
146 If necessary, stop and operate
WARNING ( 141).
the systems or devices when Call up the BMW Motorrad
Using a smartphone during stationary. Connected App and start the
the journey or while the en- route guidance.
gine is running Precondition
TFT display

Call up the Navigation menu

Risk of accident The vehicle is connected to a in the TFT display.
Always observe the relevant compatible mobile end device. Active route guidance is dis-
road traffic regulations. played.
Do not use the smartphone Precondition
If the active route guidance
during the journey (apart from The BMW Motorrad Connec-
z ted App is installed on the con-
is not displayed, consult the
applications that do not require troubleshooting chart in the
operation, e.g. making tele- nected mobile end device.
section entitled "Technical
phone calls with the hands-free data". ( 259)
system). NOTICE
Selecting destination from
WARNING On some mobile devices, e.g. recent destinations
those with iOS operating sys- Call up the Navigation, Re-
Distraction from the road and tems, the BMW Motorrad Con-
loss of control cent destinations menu.
nected App must be opened be- Select and confirm destination.
Operating the integrated inform- fore use.
ation system and communication Select Start route guid-
devices while driving results in a ance.
risk of accident
Selecting destination from Along the route Ending route guidance
favourites Select where the special des- Call up the Navigation, 5
The FAVOURITES menu dis- tinations should be looked for. Active route guidance 147
plays all destinations which E.g. the following special destin- menu.
have been saved as favourites ation can be selected: Select End route guidance
in the BMW Motorrad Con- Filling station and confirm.
nected app. No new favourites Select and confirm the special
destination. Switching spoken

TFT display
can be added using the TFT
display. Select Start route guid- instructions on or off
Call up the Navigation, Fa- ance and confirm. Connect rider's and passen-
vourites menu. ger's helmet ( 142).
Setting route criteria The navigation can be read out
Select and confirm destination.
Call up the Navigation, by a computer voice. For this
Select Start guidance.
Route criteria menu.
z
purpose, Spoken instruc-
Entering special The following criteria can be se- tions must be switched on.
destinations lected: Call up the Navigation,
Special destinations, such as Route type Active route guidance
points of interest, can be dis- Avoid menu.
played on the map. Select desired Route type. Switch Spoken instruc-
Call up the Navigation, Switch desired Avoid on or tions on or off.
POIs menu. off.
The following locations can be The number of avoidances activ- Repeating last spoken
selected: ated is displayed in brackets. instruction
At current location Call up the Navigation,
At destination Active route guidance
menu.
 Select Current instruc- end device for media and calls to Select the Now playing, All
5 tion and confirm. maximum before setting off. artists, All albums or All
Adjust the volume ( 138). tracks category for search
148 Media and playback.
Next track: briefly tilt Multi-
Precondition Controller 1 to the right. Select Playlists.
The vehicle is connected to a Last track or start of the cur- You can make the following ad-
compatible mobile end device rent track: briefly tilt Multi-Con- justments in the Audio op-
TFT display

and helmet. troller 1 to the left. tions submenu:

Fast forward: hold Multi-Con- Switching Shuffle on or off.
Control music playback troller 1 to the right.
Select Repeat: Off, One (cur-
Rewind: hold Multi-Controller 1 rent track) or All.
to the left.
z Call up the context menu: Phone
press the bottom part of the
button 2. Precondition
The vehicle is connected to a
NOTICE compatible mobile end device
and helmet.
Depending on the mobile device,
the scope of the Connectivity
Call up the Media menu. functions may be restricted.

NOTICE The following functions can be

used in the context menu:
BMW Motorrad recommends Start playback or Pause
setting the volume on the mobile playback.
Telephone calls Phone calls with multiple Display software
participants version 5
A second call can be accepted Call up the Settings, In- 149
while you are on a call. The first formation, Software ver-
phone call is put on hold. The sion menu.
number of active telephone calls
is shown in the Telephone Display licence
menu. It is possible to switch

TFT display
between two phone calls. information
Call up the Settings, In-
Telephone data formation, Licences menu.
Call up the Telephone menu.
Accept call: tilt Multi-Control- Depending on the mobile end
ler 1 to the right. device, telephone data may be z
transmitted to the vehicle auto-
Reject call: tilt Multi-Control-
matically once pairing is com-
ler 1 to the left.
plete ( 140).
End the call: tilt Multi-Control-
Phone book: list of contacts
ler 1 to the left.
saved on the mobile end device
Muting Call list: list of calls with the
During active phone calls, the mobile end device
microphone in the helmet can be Favourites: list of favourites
muted. saved on the mobile end device
z
5

TFT display
150
Anti-theft alarm
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
6
151
Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Alarm function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Anti-theft alarm
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

z
 Overview Protecting the vehicle Confirmation tone sounds
6 with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
battery twice (if programmed).
A DWA that has been enabled Anti-theft alarm is active.
152
General information about switches off automatically after a
few days to protect the vehicle Activation with Keyless
the anti-theft alarm (DWA)
battery and to maintain starting Ride
Any attempt to move the vehicle,
capability. However, it does re- with Keyless Ride OE
change its position, disconnect
main active for at least 30 days.
Anti-theft alarm

the vehicle battery or unauthor-

ised starts will activate the alarm.
The sensitivity of the system is
Activation
parametrised such that slight vi- with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
brations will not trigger the alarm.
Once the system has been activ- Activation
ated, any attempt to tamper with Switching on ignition ( 87).
z the vehicle is indicated acoustic- Adjusting the alarm system
ally by the siren and visually by ( 153).
all four turn indicators flashing in Switch off the ignition.
unison. If the alarm system is activated, Switch off the ignition.
You can adjust the behaviour of then the alarm system will be Press button 1 on the radio-
your DWA in specific areas to automatically activated when operated key.
your wishes. the ignition is switched off. Activation takes approximately
Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete.
30 seconds to complete. Turn indicators flash twice.
Turn indicators flash twice. Confirmation tone sounds
twice (if programmed).
Anti-theft alarm is active.
Motion sensor when peatedly until SETUP DWA ap-
motorcycle is to be pears on the display. 6
transported 153
If you want to transport your
motorcycle by train or on a
trailer, for example, it is advisable
to switch off the motion

Anti-theft alarm
sensor. If the motion sensor
is not switched off the severe
movements occurring in transit Press button 1 on the radio-
could trigger the alarm. operated key again during the
activation phase.
Deactivating the motion Turn indicators flash three Press the bottom part 2 of the
sensor times. MENU rocker button briefly to
with Keyless Ride OE Confirmation tone sounds three toggle between DWA ON 3 and
DWA OFF.
z
times (if programmed).
Motion sensor has been deac- The following settings are avail-
tivated. able:
DWA ON: The DWA anti-theft
Adjusting the alarm alarm is active and will be
system armed automatically when the
Switching on ignition ( 87). ignition is switched off.
Selecting SETUP ( 103). DWA OFF: The DWA anti-theft
Briefly press the top part 1 of alarm is deactivated.
the MENU rocker button re-
 Press and hold the top part 1 Alarm triggers with Keyless Ride OE
6 of the MENU rocker button to A DWA alarm can be triggered
quit SETUP. by:
154 SETUP ENTER appears on the Motion sensor.
display. An attempt to use an unauthor-
ised vehicle key to switch on
with Connectivity OE
the ignition.
Call up the Settings,
Anti-theft alarm

Disconnection of the anti-theft

Vehicle settings, Alarm alarm (DWA) from the vehicle's
system menu. battery (DWA internal battery
The following settings are avail- in the anti-theft alarm provides A triggered alarm tone can be in-
able: power). terrupted at any time by pressing
Adapt Warning signal
the button 1 on the radio-oper-
Switch Tilt alarm sensor Alarm ated key. This function does not
on or off An alarm sounds for approxim- modify the status of the alarm
z Switch Arming tone on or off ately 28 seconds. The system is system.
Switch Arm automatically active again another 10 seconds
on or off later. While an alarm is in progress an
Programming options ( 155) alarm tone sounds and the turn
indicators flash. You can program
Alarm function the alarm tone type.
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Reason for an alarm with Keyless Ride OE Programming
Once you have deactivated the with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE 6
alarm function, the DWA LED 155
indicates the reason for potential Programming options
alarm activation for one minute: The alarm system can be adap-
Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1 ted to your particular needs in
Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2 the following respects by your

Anti-theft alarm
Flashes 3x: Ignition switched authorised BMW Motorrad Re-
on with unauthorised vehicle tailer:
key Confirmation alarm tone after
Flashes 4x: Disconnection of Press button 1 on the radio- having activated/deactivated
the anti-theft alarm from the operated key once. the DWA in addition to flashing
motorcycle's battery turn indicators.
Flashes 5x: Motion sensor 3 NOTICE Rising and falling or intermittent
The alarm function is reactivated alarm tone. z
Deactivation after 30 seconds if "activation
with Connectivity OE
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE after ignition off" has been selec-
The alarm system can be
ted if the alarm function is deac-
Deactivating the alarm adjusted in the Settings,
tivated using the radio-operated
function Vehicle settings, Alarm
key and the ignition is not then
system menu.
Switch on using an authorised switched on.
ignition key. Turn indicators flash once.
Alarm tone sounds once (if so
programmed).
Alarm function is deactivated.
 Default settings
6 The anti-theft alarm ships with
156 the following default settings:
Confirmation alarm tone after
having activated/deactivated
the DWA: no.
Alarm tone: intermittent.
Anti-theft alarm

z
Adjustment
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
7
157
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Adjustment
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

z
 Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Headlight
7 Adjusting mirrors Headlight adjustment for
158 right- or left-hand traffic
The asymmetrical low-beam
headlight dazzles the oncoming
traffic when riding in countries
which drive on the other side of
Adjustment

the road to that of the motor-

cycle's country of registration.
Have the headlights adjusted to
Push the protective cap 1 up- the prevailing conditions by a
wards above the screw con- specialist workshop, preferably
Turn the mirror to the correct
z nection on the mirror arm. an authorised BMW Motorrad
position.
Loosen nut 2. Retailer.
Turn the mirror arm to the ap-
propriate position. Headlight beam throw and
Tighten the nut to the spe- spring preload
cified tightening torque, while The headlight beam throw gen-
holding the mirror arm in place. erally remains constant by adjust-
Mirror (lock nut) to ment of the spring preload to the
clamping piece load status.
Adjustment of the spring preload
22 Nm (Left-hand thread) is only inadequate if the payload
Push the protective cap over is very high. In this case, the
the threaded fastener.
headlight beam throw must be Adjust beam throw by tilting
adjusted to the weight. the headlight slightly about its 7
horizontal axis.
NOTICE Tighten screws 1 on the left 159

If there are doubts about the cor- and right.

rect headlight beam throw, have
the setting checked by a special- Clutch

Adjustment
ist workshop, preferably an au- Adjusting the clutch lever
thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
WARNING Turn adjusting screw 1
Adjusting headlight beam clockwise to increase the span
throw Adjusting the clutch lever between the clutch lever and
while riding the handlebar grip.
Risk of accident
z
Turn adjusting screw 1 anti-
Adjust the clutch lever only clockwise to reduce the span
when the motorcycle is at a between the clutch lever and
standstill. the handlebar grip.

NOTICE
The adjusting screw can be
turned more easily if the clutch
Loosen screws 1 on the left lever is pushed forward.
and right.
 Brakes Spring preload
7 Adjusting brake lever Adjustment
160 It is essential to set spring pre-
WARNING load of the rear suspension to
Relocated brake fluid tank suit the load carried by the mo-
Air in the brake system torcycle. Increase spring pre-
load when the vehicle is heavily
Do not turn the handlebars or
Adjustment

loaded and reduce spring preload

the handlebar fitting on the
accordingly when the vehicle is
handlebar. Turn adjusting screw 1 anti- lightly loaded.
clockwise to increase the span
WARNING between the brake lever and Adjusting spring preload
z the handlebar grip. for rear wheel
Adjusting the brake lever
Turn adjusting screw 1 Removing seat ( 127).
while riding
clockwise to reduce the span
Risk of accident Removing the toolkit.
between the brake lever and
Do not attempt to adjust the the handlebar grip.
brake lever unless the motor-
cycle is at a standstill. NOTICE
The adjusting screw is easier to
turn if you push the brake lever
forward.
 Damping
Basic setting of spring
preload, rear Adjustment 7
Damping must be adapted to suit 161
without Dynamic ESA OE
the condition of the surface on
Turn the adjuster knob which the motorcycle is ridden
counter-clockwise as far as and to suit spring preload.
it will go. (One-up without An uneven surface requires

Adjustment
luggage) softer damping than a smooth
Turn the adjuster knob surface.
WARNING counter-clockwise as far as An increase in spring preload
it will go, then back it off requires firmer damping, a re-
Spring preload setting and 20 turns in the clockwise duction in spring preload re-
spring-strut damping setting direction. (One-up with quires softer damping. z
not matched. luggage)
Impaired handling. Adjusting the damping
Turn the adjuster knob clock-
Adjust spring-strut damping to wise as far as it will go. (Two- characteristic for rear
suit spring preload. up with luggage) wheel
If you want to increase spring Stow the on-board toolkit in its Place the motorcycle on its
preload, use the tool from the correct position. stand on firm, even ground.
toolkit to turn adjuster knob 1 Installing seat ( 128).
clockwise.
If you want to reduce spring
preload, use the tool from the
toolkit to turn adjuster knob 1
anticlockwise.
 Turn the adjusting screw 1 an-
7 ticlockwise to soften the damp-
ing action.
162
Basic setting of rear-
suspension damping
characteristic
without Dynamic ESA OE
Adjustment

Turn the adjusting screw as

Adjust the damping action by far as it will go clockwise, then
turning adjusting screw 1. back it off 1.5 turns. (One-up
without luggage)
z Turn the adjusting screw as
far as it will go clockwise, then
back it off 0.5 turns. (One-up
with luggage)
Turn the adjusting screw as
far as it will go clockwise, then
back it off 0.25 turn. (Two-up
with luggage)

Turn the adjusting screw 1

clockwise to harden the damp-
ing action.
Riding
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
8
163
Comply with checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
When changing the load
status: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

Riding
Always before riding off: . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Every 3rd refuelling stop: . . . . . . . . . . 167
z
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Off-roading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Securing motorcycle for transporta-
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
 Safety instructions the section entitled "Technical Lowering the motorcycle's
8 Rider's equipment
data"). suspension shortens suspension
travel. Ride comfort might be
164 The following clothing will protect WARNING restricted as a result. Be sure to
you on every ride: adjust spring preload accordingly,
When a motorcycle with
Helmet particularly for riding two-up.
lowered suspension is cor-
Suit
nering, certain components
Gloves Load correctly
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can come into contact with

Boots the surface at a bank angle WARNING
This applies even to short less than that to which the
z rider is accustomed. Handling adversely affected
journeys, and to every season
of the year. Your authorised Risk of falling by overloading and imbal-
BMW Motorrad Retailer will be Carefully try out the limits of anced loads
glad to advise you on the correct the motorcycle's bank angle Risk of falling
clothing for every purpose. and adapt your style of riding Do not exceed the permissible
accordingly. gross weight and be sure to
Restricted angle of heel Test your motorcycle's angle comply with the instructions on
with low-slung OE of heel in situations that do not loading.
involve risk. When riding over Adjusting spring preload set-
A motorcycle with lowered
kerbs and similar obstacles, bear ting and damping to the total
suspension has less ground
in mind that your motorcycle's weight.
clearance and cannot corner
ground clearance is limited. with case OA
at angles of heel as extreme
as those achievable by a Ensure that the case volumes
counterpart motorcycle with on the left and right are equal.
standard-height suspension (see
Make sure that the weight is Loose clothing
uniformly distributed between
Payload of tank rucksack
Insufficient tyre pressure 8
right and left. Poor tyre tread
Pack heavy items at the bot- 165
max 5 kg Added luggage systems such
tom of the cases and toward as cases, topcase and tank
the inboard side. with rear softbag OA rucksack.
Note the maximum permissible Note the maximum permiss-
payload and the speed limit ible payload of the rear softbag Maximum speed with

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for riding with cases fitted, as (see also the section entitled knobbly tyres or winter
stated on the label inside the "Accessories"). tyres
case (see also the section en- z
titled "Accessories"). Payload of rear softbag DANGER

with topcase OA Maximum speed of the mo-

Note the maximum permissible max 1.5 kg torcycle is higher than the
payload and the speed limit permissible maximum rated
for riding with topcase fitted, Speed speed of the tyres
as stated on the label inside If you ride at high speed, always Risk of accident due to tyre dam-
the case (see also the section bear in mind that various bound- age at high speed
entitled "Accessories"). ary conditions can adversely af- Comply with the tyre-specific
fect the handling of your motor- speed restrictions.
with tank bag OA cycle, e.g.:
Always bear the maximum per-
Note the maximum permissible Spring-strut and shock-ab- missible speed of the tyres in
payload of the tank rucksack sorber system not set up cor- mind when riding a motorcycle
(see also the section entitled rectly fitted with knobbly tyres or winter
"Accessories"). Imbalanced load tyres.
 Affix a label stating the maximum When you park the vehicle
8 permissible speed to the instru- make sure that no-one and no ATTENTION
ment panel in the rider's field of objects can come into contact Unburned fuel in catalytic
166 vision. with the hot engine and ex- converter
haust system.
Risk of poisoning Damage to catalytic converter
Note the points listed for
Exhaust fumes contain carbon Catalytic converter
protection of the catalytic
monoxide, which is colourless If misfiring causes unburned fuel
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converter.
and odourless but highly toxic. to enter the catalytic converter,
there is a danger of overheating Risk of overheating
z WARNING and damage.
Exhaust gases adversely af- The following guidelines must be ATTENTION
fecting health observed:
Do not run the fuel tank dry Engine running for prolonged
Risk of asphyxiation
Do not attempt to start or run period with vehicle at stand-
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
the engine with a spark-plug still
Do not run the engine in an
cap disconnected Overheating due to insufficient
enclosed space.
Stop the engine immediately if cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
it misfires fire
Risk of burn injury
Use only unleaded fuel Do not allow the engine to idle
CAUTION Comply with all specified main- unnecessarily.
tenance intervals. Ride away immediately after
Engine and exhaust system starting the engine.
become very hot when the
vehicle is in use
Risk of burn injury
Tampering Adjusting the damping Every 3rd refuelling
characteristic for rear wheel stop: 8
ATTENTION ( 161).
Checking engine oil level 167
Tampering with the motor- with Dynamic ESA OE ( 200).
cycle (e.g. engine manage- Adjusting the chassis and Checking front brake pad thick-
ment ECU, throttle valves, suspension ( 115). ness ( 203).
clutch) Checking rear brake pad thick-

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Damage to the affected parts, Always before riding ness ( 203).
failure of safety-relevant func- off: Checking brake-fluid level, front
tions, voiding of warranty brakes ( 204). z
Do not tamper with the vehicle Check operation of the brake
Checking the brake-fluid level,
in any way that could result in system.
rear brakes ( 205).
tuned performance. Check operation of the lights
Check coolant level ( 207).
and signalling equipment.
Lubricating chain ( 232).
Comply with checklist Checking clutch function
Checking chain sag ( 232).
( 206).
At regular intervals, use the
Checking tyre tread depth
checklist below to check your
( 210).
Starting
motorcycle.
Checking tyre pressure Starting the engine
( 209).
When changing the ATTENTION
Check that cases and luggage
load status: are securely held in place.
Sufficient gearbox lubrication
without Dynamic ESA OE
only with the engine is run-
Adjusting spring preload for ning.
rear wheel ( 160). Gearbox damage
 Do not allow the motorcycle to When starting a cold engine See the subsection on jump
8 roll for a lengthy period of time at low ambient temperatures: starting in "Maintenance" for
or push it a long distance with disengage the clutch and turn more details.
168 the engine switched off. the throttle grip slightly to open The engine starts.
Switching on ignition ( 87). the throttle.
Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
( 168) If the engine refuses to start,
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ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- consult the troubleshooting

gress. ( 169) chart in the section entitled
ASC self-diagnosis is in pro- "Technical data". ( 258)
z
gress. ( 170)
with riding modes Pro OE Pre-Ride-Check
DTC self-diagnosis is in pro- When the ignition is switched
gress. ( 170) on, the instrument cluster runs a
Select neutral or, if a gear is test of the indicator and warning
Press the starter button 1. lights. This test is known as the
engaged, pull the clutch lever.
"Pre-Ride-Check". The test is
NOTICE aborted if you start the engine
NOTICE
The start attempt is automatic- before it completes.
You cannot start the motorcycle
ally interrupted if battery voltage Phase 1
with the side stand extended and
is too low. Recharge the battery
a gear engaged. The engine will All indicator and warning lights
before you start the engine, or
switch itself off if you start it with are switched on.
use jump leads and a donor bat-
the gearbox in neutral and then
tery to start.
engage a gear before retracting
the side stand.
After a longer vehicle standstill ABS self-diagnosis
period, an animation is displayed BMW Motorrad ABS performs
ABS self-diagnosis not
completed 8
when the system starts up. self-diagnosis to ensure its op- 169
erability. Self-diagnosis starts The ABS function is not avail-
Phase 2
automatically when you switch on able, because self-diagnosis
The 'General' warning light the ignition. did not complete. (The motor-
changes from red to yellow. cycle has to reach a defined
Phase 1 minimum speed for the wheel

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Phase 3
Test of the diagnosis-compat- speed sensors to be checked:
All the indicator and warning ible system components with 5 km/h)
lights switched on in the initial the vehicle at a standstill. z
phase are switched off in reverse If an indicator showing an ABS
The ABS indicator light fault appears when ABS self-dia-
sequence. flashes. gnosis completes:
The malfunction indicator lamp You can continue to ride. Bear
Phase 2
only goes out after 15 seconds. in mind that the ABS function
Test of the wheel-speed is not available.
If one of the indicator and warn- sensors as the vehicle pulls Have the fault rectified as
ing lights did not switch on: away from rest. quickly as possible by a
Have the fault rectified as The ABS indicator light specialist workshop, preferably
quickly as possible by a flashes. an authorised BMW Motorrad
specialist workshop, preferably Retailer.
an authorised BMW Motorrad ABS self-diagnosis
Retailer. completed
The ABS indicator and warning
light goes out.
 ASC self-diagnosis Check all the indicator and DTC self-diagnosis
8 BMW Motorrad ASC performs warning lights. with riding modes Pro OE
170 self-diagnosis to ensure its op- ASC self-diagnosis not
erability. Self-diagnosis is per- BMW Motorrad DTC performs
completed
formed automatically when you self-diagnosis to ensure its op-
switch on the ignition. The ASC function is not avail- erability. Self-diagnosis is per-
able, because self-diagnosis formed automatically when you
Phase 1 did not complete. (The motor- switch on the ignition.
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Test of the diagnosable system cycle has to reach a defined Phase 1

components with the vehicle at minimum speed for the wheel
z a standstill. sensors to be checked: min
Test of the diagnosis-compat-
ASC indicator and warning ible system components with
5 km/h)
light slow-flashes. the vehicle at a standstill.
If an indicator showing an ASC DTC indicator and warning
fault appears when ASC self- light flashes slowly.
Phase 2
diagnosis completes:
Test of the diagnosis-compat- You can continue to ride. Bear Phase 2
ible system components while in mind that the ASC function
the motorcycle is on the move. Drive off test of the system
is not available. components with diagnostic
ASC indicator and warning Have the fault rectified as
light slow-flashes. capability.
quickly as possible by a DTC indicator and warning
specialist workshop, preferably light flashes slowly.
ASC self-diagnosis
an authorised BMW Motorrad
completed
Retailer.
The ASC indicator and warning
light goes out.
DTC self-diagnosis Have the fault rectified as
completed quickly as possible by a
Running-in speed
8
The DTC symbol no longer specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad 171
shows. No full load (Odometer reading
Retailer. 0...1200 km)
Check all the indicator and
Note the mileage after which
warning lights. Running in
the running-in check should be
Engine

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DTC self-diagnosis not carried out.
completed Until the running-in check,
Mileage until the first
vary the throttle opening and z
The DTC function is not avail- running-in check
engine-speed range frequently;
able, because self-diagnosis avoid riding at constant engine
did not complete. (The motor- 500...1200 km
rpm for prolonged periods.
cycle has to reach a defined
Try to do most of your rid- Brake pads
minimum speed with the en-
ing during this initial period on New brake pads have to be run
gine running for the wheel-
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- in before they can achieve their
speed sensors to be checked:
ing high-speed main roads and optimum friction levels. The
min 5 km/h)
highways if possible. reduced braking effect can be
If an indicator showing an DTC Comply with the running-in compensated for by greater pres-
fault appears when DTC self- speeds. sure on the brake lever.
diagnosis completes:
You can continue to ride. Bear Running-in speed
in mind that the DTC function
is not available or the function-
<6500 min-1 (Odometer read-
ality might be subject to certain
ing 0...1200 km)
restrictions.
 Shifting gear the rider having to pull the
8 WARNING
with shift assistant Pro OE
clutch or close the throttle.
New brake pads This is not an automatic-shift
172 system.
Longer stopping distance, risk of Shift assistant Pro
accident The rider is the most important
Apply the brakes in good NOTICE part of the system and decides
time. when to shift gears.
Whenever the Pro shift assist- The sensor 1 on the gearshift
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ant shifts gears, cruise control shaft registers the gearshift

Tyres
is automatically disengaged for request and triggers shift as-
z New tyres have a smooth sur- safety reasons. sistance.
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at When riding at a steady speed
various heel angles until the tyres in a low gear at high engine
are run in. This running in pro- rpm, an attempt to shift gear
cedure is essential if the tyres are without pulling the clutch can
to achieve maximum grip. cause a severe load-change
reaction.
WARNING BMW Motorrad recommends
disengaging the clutch for
New tyres losing grip on wet shifts in these circumstances.
roads and at extreme bank It is advisable to avoid using
angles Select the gears in the usual
the Pro shift assistant at engine
Risk of accident way by using the foot-operated
speeds close to the limits at
Ride carefully and avoid ex- gearshift lever.
which the governor cuts in to
tremely sharp inclines. The shift assistant assists up-
limit engine rpm.
shifts and downshifts without
Shift assistance is not available Off-roading Brake early until the brakes are
in the following situations:
After off-roading
clean. 8
With clutch lever pulled.
BMW Motorrad recommends 173
Shift lever not in its initial posi- ATTENTION
tion checking the following after riding
Upshifts with the throttle valve the motorcycle off-road: Riding on unsurfaced or dirty
closed (coasting overrun) and roads
Tyre pressure Increased brake pad wear
when decelerating.

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When changing down with the Check the thickness of the
WARNING
throttle valve open or when brake pads more frequently
accelerating. Lower tyre pressure for off- and replace the brake pads in z
After a gearshift, you must fully roading in operation on good time.
release the gearshift lever be- smooth roads
Risk of accident due to impaired Spring preload and shock-
fore the gear can be shifted
driving characteristics. absorber settings
again with the Pro shift assist-
ant. Always check that the tyre WARNING
See the section "Engineering pressures are correct.
details" for more information on Changed values for spring
the Pro shift assistant: Brakes preload and spring strut
with riding modes Pro OE damping for off-roading
WARNING Impaired driving characteristics
Shift assistant Pro ( 194)
Driving on unpaved or dirt on paved roads
roads Before leaving the off-road ter-
Delayed braking efficiency due rain, set the correct spring pre-
to soiled brake disks and brake load and shock absorption.
pads.
 Rims Brakes rider's full force applied to the
8 BMW Motorrad recommends How can stopping
brake levers; under these circum-
checking the rims for damage stances, the dynamic shift in load
174 distance be minimised? distribution cannot keep pace
after off-roading.
Each time the brakes are applied, with the increase in deceleration
Air filter element a load distribution shift takes and the tyres cannot transmit the
place with the load shifting for- full braking force to the surface
ATTENTION ward from the rear to the front of the road. Under these circum-
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wheel. The sharper the vehicle stances the front wheel can lock
Dirty air filter element
decelerates, the more load is up.
Engine damage
z shifted to the front wheel. The BMW Motorrad ABS prevents
If you ride in dusty terrain higher the wheel load, the more the front wheel from locking up.
check the air filter element for braking force can be transmitted
clogging at shorter intervals; without the wheel locking. Panic braking
clean or replace as necessary. To optimise stopping distance, If the vehicle decelerates sharply
Operation in very dusty condi- apply the front brakes rapidly and above 50 km/h, the brake light
tions (desert, steppes, or the like) keep on increasing the force you will flash rapidly to warn road
necessitates the use of air filter apply to the brake lever. This users behind the vehicle.
elements specially designed for makes the best possible use of If the vehicle decelerates to be-
conditions of this nature. the dynamic increase in load at low 15 km/h, the hazard warning
the front wheel. Remember to lights come on. When the speed
pull the clutch at the same time. increases to above 20 km/h,
In the "panic braking situations" the hazard warning lights are
that are trained so frequently, switched off again automatically.
braking force is applied as rap-
idly as possible and with the
Descending mountain Riding on salted or gritted Physical limits applicable to
passes roads. motorcycling 8
After work has been carried on
the brakes, due to traces of oil WARNING 175
WARNING
or grease.
Braking only with the rear Braking when cornering
Riding on dirt-covered surfaces
brake on mountain descents Risk of crash despite ABS Pro
or off-road.
Brake fade, destruction of the Invariably, it remains the rider's

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brakes due to overheating responsibility to adapt riding
Use both front and rear brakes, WARNING style to riding conditions.
and make use of the engine's Do not take risks that would z
Wetness and dirt result in
braking effect as well. negate the additional safety
diminished braking efficiency
offered by this system.
Risk of accident
Wet and dirty brakes ABS Pro is available in all riding
Apply the brakes lightly while
Wetness and dirt on the brake riding to remove wetness and modes except Enduro PRO.
discs and the brake pads dimin- dirt, or dismount and clean the
ish braking efficiency. brakes. Possibility of a fall not
Delayed braking action or poor Think ahead and brake in good precluded
braking efficiency must be time until full braking efficiency Although ABS Pro provides the
reckoned with in the following is restored. rider with valuable assistance and
situations: constitutes a huge advance in
Riding in the rain or through ABS Pro safety for braking with the mo-
puddles of water. with riding modes Pro OE torcycle banked for cornering, it
After the vehicle has been cannot under any circumstances
washed. be considered as redefining the
physical limits that apply to mo-
 torcycling. It is still possible for Parking your Extend the side stand and prop
8 these limits to be overshot due motorcycle the motorcycle on the stand.
to misjudgement or rider error. In If the camber of the roadway
176 extreme cases this can result in a Side stand permits, turn the handlebars all
crash. Switch off the engine. the way to the left.
The motorcycle should always
Use on public roads ATTENTION face uphill on a gradient; select
ABS Pro helps make the mo- 1st gear.
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Poor ground underneath the

torcycle even safer for riding on
stand Centre stand
public roads. When the brakes
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
z are applied because of an un- with centre stand OE
topples
foreseen hazard when the mo-
Always check that the ground Switch off the engine.
torcycle is banked for cornering,
under the stand is level and
within the physical limits that ap-
firm. ATTENTION
ply to motorcycling the system
prevents the wheels from locking Poor ground underneath the
and skidding away. ATTENTION
stand
Additional weight placing Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
NOTICE
strain on the side stand topples
ABS Pro was not developed to Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Always check that the ground
enhance individual braking per- topples under the stand is level and
formance with the motorcycle Do not sit or lean on the firm.
banked into corners. vehicle while it is propped on
the side stand.
 Do not attempt to run the Refuelling
ATTENTION vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel 8
Centre stand folds in due to with metallic additives (e.g. WARNING
manganese or iron). 177
sharp movements Fuel is highly flammable
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Fuels with a maximum ethanol Risk of fire and explosion
topples content of 15%, that is E15, Do not smoke. Never bring
Do not lean or sit on the can be used. a naked flame near the fuel

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vehicle with the centre stand tank.
Recommended fuel
extended.
grade
Extend the centre stand and lift WARNING z
the motorcycle onto the stand. Super unleaded (max-
imum 15% ethanol, E15) Escape of fuel due to heat-
Refuelling 95 ROZ/RON induced expansion if fuel
90 AKI tank is overfilled
Fuel grade Risk of falling
Requirement Pay attention to the following Do not overfill the fuel tank.
symbols in the fuel filler cap
To ensure optimal fuel consump-
and on the fuel pump:
tion, fuel should be sulphur-free ATTENTION
or as low-sulphur as possible.
Wetting of plastic surfaces
by fuel
ATTENTION Damage to the surfaces (surfaces
Engine operation with leaded become unsightly or dull)
fuel Clean plastic surfaces immedi-
Damage to catalytic converter ately after contact with fuel.
 Make sure the ground is level run dry and the engine had cut
8 and firm and place the motor- out due to a lack of fuel.
cycle on its centre stand.
178 Fuel tank capacity

approx. 15 l
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Reserve fuel

Refuel with fuel up to the lower

z edge of the fuel filler neck. approx. 3.5 l
Press the fuel tank cap down
NOTICE firmly to close.
Open protective flap 1. Remove ignition key and close
When refuelling after running on
Unlock the fuel tank cap 2 of fuel tank cap.
reserve, make sure that you top
the fuel tank by turning the ig-
up the tank to a level above re-
nition key clockwise and open Refuelling
serve, so that the new level is
up. with Keyless Ride OE
detected and the fuel reserve in-
dicator light is switched off. Requirement
The steering lock is disengaged.
NOTICE
The "usable fuel capacity" spe-
cified in the technical data is the
quantity that the fuel tank could
hold if refilled after it had been
 Make sure the ground is level Version 1
WARNING and firm and place the motor- with Keyless Ride OE 8
Fuel is highly flammable cycle on its centre stand.
with Keyless Ride OE Requirement 179
Risk of fire and explosion
Do not smoke. Never bring Switching off ignition ( 90). Within the after-running period
a naked flame near the fuel
NOTICE
tank.

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The fuel filler cap can be opened
WARNING within the defined waiting time
after the ignition has been z
Escape of fuel due to heat- switched off, without the radio-
induced expansion if fuel operated key being within
tank is overfilled range.
Risk of falling
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Waiting time for opening
fuel filler cap Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel
ATTENTION filler cap up.
2 min Fuel filler cap unlocks.
Wetting of plastic surfaces There are two variant ways Fully open the fuel filler cap.
by fuel of opening the fuel filler cap:
Damage to the surfaces (surfaces Within the waiting time.
Version 2
become unsightly or dull) with Keyless Ride OE
After the waiting time has ex-
Clean plastic surfaces immedi- pired.
ately after contact with fuel. Requirement
After the waiting time has expired
 Bring the radio-operated key Press down firmly on the filler
8 into range. NOTICE cap of the fuel tank.
Slowly pull tab 1 up. When refuelling after running on The fuel filler cap engages with
180 an audible click.
The indicator light for the reserve, make sure that you top
radio-operated key flashes up the tank to a level above re- The fuel filler cap locks auto-
while the search for the radio- serve, so that the new level is matically when the waiting time
operated key is in progress. detected and the fuel reserve in- expires.
Slowly pull tab 1 on the fuel dicator light is switched off. The engaged fuel filler cap
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filler cap up again. locks immediately when you

Fuel filler cap unlocks. NOTICE secure the steering lock or
z Fully open the fuel filler cap. switch on the ignition.
The "usable fuel capacity" spe-
cified in the technical data is the Securing motorcycle
quantity that the fuel tank could for transportation
hold if refilled after it had been
run dry and the engine had cut Make sure that all components
out due to a lack of fuel. that might come into contact
with straps used to secure the
Fuel tank capacity motorcycle are adequately pro-
tected against scratching. Use
adhesive tape or soft cloths, for
approx. 15 l example, for this purpose.
Refuel with fuel of the grade
stated above; do not fill the Reserve fuel
tank past the bottom edge of
the filler neck.
approx. 3.5 l
 8
181

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Secure the straps behind on
ATTENTION ATTENTION both sides on the rear frame
z
Vehicle topples to side when Trapping of components and tighten.
being lifted on to stand Component damage Tighten all tensioning straps
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle evenly.
Do not trap components such
topples as brake lines or cable legs.
Secure the vehicle to prevent it At the front, secure the straps
toppling, preferably with the as- to the bottom fork bridge on
sistance of a second person. both sides and tighten the
Push the motorcycle onto the straps.
transportation flat and hold it in
position: do not place it on the
side stand or centre stand.
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8

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182
Engineering details
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
9
183
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . 184
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

Engineering details
Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Tyre pressure monitoring
(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
z
 General instructions its directional stability; a fall is ice, snow), so that the wheels will
9 To find out more about engineer-
imminent. Before this situation continue to rotate under all ima-
can occur, ABS intervenes and ginable circumstances meaning
184 ing, go to:
adapts braking pressure to the that driving stability is ensured.
bmw-motorrad.com/techno- maximum transferable braking As soon as is registers the ac-
logy force, so the wheels continue tual circumstances, the system
to turn and directional stability reacts instantly and adjusts brak-
Anti-lock brake system is maintained irrespective of the ing force accordingly to achieve
Engineering details

(ABS) condition of the road surface. optimum braking.

How does ABS work?
What are the effects of Rear wheel lift
The amount of braking force that
surface irregularities? Under very severe and sudden
can be transferred to the road
Humps and surface irregularit- deceleration, however, under
depends on factors that include
ies can cause the wheels to lose certain circumstances it is pos-
the coefficient of friction of the
contact temporarily with the road sible that the BMW Motorrad
road surface. Loose stones, ice
surface; if this happens the brak- ABS will be unable to prevent
and snow or a wet road all have
ing force that can be transmitted the rear wheel from lifting clear
z much lower coefficients of friction
to the road can drop to zero. If of the ground. If this happens
than a clean, dry asphalt surface.
the rider brakes in this situation, the outcome can be a highsiding
The lower the coefficient of fric-
the ABS has to reduce the brake situation in which the motorcycle
tion, the longer the braking dis-
pressure in order to ensure driv- can flip over.
tance.
ing stability when resuming con-
If the rider increases braking
tact with the road. At this instant,
pressure to the extent that brak-
BMW Motorrad ABS must act on
ing force exceeds the maximum
the assumption of an extremely
transferable limit, the wheels start
low coefficient of friction (gravel,
to lock and the motorcycle loses
 Special situations iary stand, engine idling or with
WARNING
The speeds of the front and rear a gear engaged. 9
Rear wheel lift due to severe wheels are compared as one Rear wheel locked for a lengthy
period, for example while des- 185
braking means of detecting a wheel's
Risk of falling incipient tendency to lock. If cending off-road.
When you brake sharply, bear the system registers implaus-
If a fault message is issued on
in mind that ABS control can- ible values for a lengthy period
account of exceptional riding
the ABS function is deactivated

Engineering details
not always be relied on to pre- conditions, you can reactivate
vent the rear wheel from lifting for safety reasons and an ABS
the ABS function by switching
clear of the ground. fault message is issued. Self-dia-
the ignition off and on again.
gnosis has to complete before
How is the BMW Motorrad fault messages can be issued. What is the role of regular
ABS designed? In addition to problems with the servicing?
BMW Motorrad ABS ensures BMW Motorrad ABS, exceptional
driving stability on any surface riding conditions can also cause WARNING
within the possibilities of the a fault message to be issued:
Riding for a lengthy period with Brake system not regularly z
physics of riding. The system is
the front wheel lifted off the serviced
not optimised for special require-
ground (wheelie). Risk of accident
ments that apply under extreme
competitive situations off-road or Rear wheel rotating with the In order to ensure that the
on the track. vehicle held stationary by ap- BMW Motorrad ABS is always
plying the front brake (burn- maintained in optimum condi-
out). tion, it is essential for you to
Heating up with the motorcycle comply strictly with the spe-
on the centre stand or an auxil- cified inspection intervals.
 Safety reserves wheels from locking even under uniform across the range of ABS
9 BMW Motorrad ABS may not sharp braking. ABS Pro reduces intervention.
mislead the rider into a careless abrupt changes in steering
186 force, particularly in panic- Advantages for the rider
riding style because they can rely
on shorter stopping distances. braking situations, counteracting The advantages of ABS Pro for
It is primarily there to provide the vehicle's otherwise natural the rider are sensitive response
a safety reserve for emergency but undesirable tendency to and high braking and directional
situations. straighten up. stability combined with best-case
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Take care in bends! Braking in deceleration of the motorcycle,

ABS intervention even when cornering.
bends is subject to particular
laws relating to the physics of Technically speaking, depending
riding which even BMW Motorrad on the riding situation ABS Pro Automatic Stability
ABS cannot evade. adapts ABS intervention to the Control (ASC)
motorcycle's bank angle. Signals
Evolution of ABS to for rate of roll and rate of yaw How does the ASC work?
ABS Pro and lateral acceleration are used BMW Motorrad ASC compares
to calculate bank angle. the speeds of the front and rear
z with ABS Pro OE
As the motorcycle is heeled over wheels. The differential is used
Until now, the BMW Motorrad more and more as it banks into to compute slip as a measure of
ABS helped ensure a very high a corner, an increasingly strict the reserves of stability available
degree of safety for braking limit is imposed on the brake- at the rear wheel. The engine
with the motorcycle upright pressure gradient for the start of control intervenes and adapts the
and travelling in a straight line. brake application. This slows the engine torque accordingly if slip
Now ABS Pro offers enhanced build-up of brake pressure to a exceeds a certain limit.
safety for braking in corners corresponding degree. Addition-
as well. ABS Pro prevents the ally, pressure modulation is more
How is the BMW Motorrad and traffic conditions and ad- has to complete before fault
ASC designed? opting his or her style of riding messages can be issued. 9
BMW Motorrad ASC is designed accordingly. The BMW Motorrad ASC can
Do not take risks that would switch off automatically under 187
as an assistance system for the
rider and for use on public roads. negate the additional safety the exceptional riding conditions
The extent to which the rider af- offered by this system. outlined below.
fects ASC control can be consid- Exceptional riding
erable (weight shifts when cor- Special situations conditions:

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nering, items of luggage loose on In accordance with the laws of Riding for a lengthy period with
the motorcycle), especially when physics, the ability to accelerate the front wheel lifted off the
the style of riding takes rider and is restricted more and more as ground (wheelie) with ASC de-
machine close to the limits im- the angle of heel increases. Con- activated.
posed by physics. sequently, there can be a per- Rear wheel rotating with the
The system is not optimised for ceptible lag in acceleration out of vehicle held stationary by ap-
special requirements that apply very tight bends. plying the front brake (burn-
under extreme competitive situ- out).
The speeds of the front and Heating up with the motorcycle
ations off-road or on the track.
rear wheels are compared as z
BMW Motorrad ASC can be de- on the centre stand or an auxil-
activated in these cases. one means of detecting the rear iary stand, engine idling or with
wheel's incipient tendency to a gear engaged.
WARNING spin or slip sideways. If the sys-
tem registers implausible values Switch the ignition off and on
Risky riding for a lengthy period the ASC and subsequently ride the vehicle
Risk of accident despite ASC function is deactivated for safety at a speed over 5 km/h to react-
Invariably, the rider bears re- reasons and an ASC fault mes- ivate ASC.
sponsibility for assessing road sage is issued. Self-diagnosis
 If the front wheel lifts clear of the Dynamic Traction slip as a measure of the reserves
9 ground under sharp acceleration, Control (DTC) of stability available at the rear
the ASC reduces engine torque wheel. If slip exceeds a certain
188 with riding modes Pro OE limit, the engine management
until the front wheel regains con-
tact with the ground. system intervenes and adapts
How does traction control
Under these circumstances, engine torque accordingly.
work?
BMW Motorrad recommends
Traction control is available in WARNING
rolling the throttle slightly closed
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so as to restore stability with the two versions

Risky riding
least possible delay. without provision for the bank
Risk of accident despite DTC
angle: Automatic Stability Con-
trol ASC Invariably, the rider bears re-
When riding on a slippery sur-
sponsibility for assessing road
face, never snap the throttle grip ASC is a rudimentary function
and traffic conditions and ad-
fully closed without pulling the intended to prevent falls.
opting his or her style of riding
clutch at the same time. En- with provision for bank angle:
accordingly.
gine braking torque can cause Dynamic Traction Control DTC
Do not take risks that would
the rear wheel to lock, with a cor- DTC regulation is more del-
z responding loss of stability. The icate and more comfortable
negate the additional safety
offered by this system.
BMW Motorrad ASC is unable to thanks to the additional bank
control a situation of this nature. angle and acceleration informa-
Special situations
tion.
In accordance with the laws of
The traction control system com- physics, the ability to accelerate
pares the speed of rotation at is restricted more and more as
the circumferences of the front the angle of heel increases. Con-
wheel and the rear wheel. The sequently, there can be a per-
differential is used to compute
ceptible reduction in acceleration Exceptional riding If the front wheel lifts clear of the
out of very tight bends. conditions: ground under severe accelera- 9
Riding for a lengthy period with tion, the ASC or DTC reduces
The speeds of the front and rear 189
the front wheel lifted off the engine torque in the RAIN and
wheels are compared and DTC, ground (wheelie). ROAD riding modes until the front
unlike ASC, also takes the bank Rear wheel rotating with the wheel regains contact with the
angle into account in processing vehicle held stationary by ap- ground.
data to detect the rear wheel's plying the front brake (burn- The ENDURO and ENDURO PRO

Engineering details
incipient tendency to spin or slip out). riding modes are designed for
sideways. off-road operation and not for on-
Heating up with the motorcycle
on an auxiliary stand, in neutral road operation.
If the electronic processor re-
or with a gear engaged. Front wheel lift-off detection
ceives values for the bank angle
allows brief wheelies in the
that it considers implausible over
If the encoding plug is not inser- DYNAMIC and ENDURO riding
a lengthy period, a dummy value
ted, the DTC is reactivated after modes.
is used for the bank angle or the
a fault has occurred by switching In ENDURO PRO riding mode, the
DTC function is switched off.
the ignition off and on and then front wheel lift-off detection is
Under these circumstances the
by continuing to drive at min-
z
indicator for a DTC fault shows. switched off.
imum speed. BMW Motorrad recommends
Self-diagnosis has to complete
before fault messages can be is- Minimum speed for ac- turning the throttle grip back
sued. tivation of DTC slightly when lifting the front
The BMW Motorrad Traction wheel in order to reach a stable
Control can shut down automat- min 5 km/h driving condition again as soon
ically under the exceptional riding as possible.
conditions outlined below.
 When riding on a slippery sur- For each of these riding modes In the DYNAMIC riding mode:
9 face, never snap the throttle grip there is a calibrated setting for the engine response is optimal
fully closed without pulling the the ABS, ASC and DTC sys- and dynamic.
190 tems as well as for the throttle
clutch at the same time. En-
gine braking torque can cause response. ABS
the rear wheel to skid, with a cor- Rear wheel lift-off detection is
responding loss of stability. The with Dynamic ESA OE activated in all riding modes
BMW Motorrad DTC is unable to The adjustment of the Dynamic except ENDURO PRO.
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control a situation of this nature. ESA also depends on the riding Rear wheel lift-off detection
mode selected. is reduced in the DYNAMIC
Riding mode and ENDURO riding modes to
ABS and/or ASC/DTC can be
achieve an enhanced braking
Selection switched off in every riding
effect.
To adjust the motorcycle to the mode. The following explanations
ABS is set to on-road mode
road condition and the desired always refer to the driving safety
in the RAIN, ROAD, and
driving experience, the following systems that are switched on.
DYNAMIC riding modes.
riding modes can be selected: ABS is set to off-road mode
z RAIN Throttle response
with road tyres in ENDURO
ROAD (standard mode) In the RAIN and ENDURO
riding mode.
riding modes: the engine re-
with riding modes Pro OE sponse is moderated. with riding modes Pro OE
DYNAMIC In the ROAD and ENDURO
There is no ABS control at the
ENDURO PRO riding modes: the engine
rear wheel when the footbrake
response is optimal and direct.
lever is operated in ENDURO
If the encoding plug is fitted, the
PRO riding mode. ABS is ad-
ENDURO PRO riding mode re-
places the ENDURO riding mode.
 justed to off-road operation ASC is calibrated for on-road DTC intervenes later than in
using road tyres. operation. the RAIN riding mode in the 9
ABS Pro is fully available in the ASC provides high driving sta- ROAD riding mode. This pre-
RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC bility in ROAD riding mode and vents the rear wheel from spin- 191
riding modes. The tendency maximum driving stability in ning whenever possible.
of the motorcycle to straighten RAIN riding mode. The front wheel is prevented
up when the brakes are applied from lifting in the RAIN and
with the machine banked for with riding modes Pro OE ROAD riding modes.

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cornering is reduced to a min- DTC DTC intervenes later than in
imum. Tyres the ROAD riding mode in the
ABS Pro is available only in DTC is set to on-road oper- DYNAMIC riding mode, so that
conditions with a good coef- ation with road tyres in the inducing slight drift when exit-
ficient of friction in ENDURO RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC ing corners and brief wheelies
riding mode. Support is re- riding modes. are possible.
duced compared with ROAD DTC is set to off-road oper- DTC intervenes even later in
riding mode and instead, it is ation with road tyres in the the ENDURO riding mode and
configured to generate a max- ENDURO riding mode. is set to off-road operation so
imum braking effect.
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DTC is set to off-road opera- that longer drifts and short
ABS Pro is not available in tion with off-road tyres in the wheelies are possible when
ENDURO PRO riding mode. ENDURO PRO riding mode. exiting corners.
DTC control assumes that
without riding modes Pro OE Driving stability studded tyres are used when
ASC DTC intervenes early enough off road in ENDURO PRO rid-
The front wheel lift-off detec- to achieve maximum driving ing mode. Longer wheelies
tion is activated in all riding stability in the RAIN riding and wheelies in slight lean
modes. mode. angles are permitted. The
 front wheel lift-off detection is The selection menu does not
9 switched off which may cause disappear from the display un-
Minimum speed for
transmission of the RDC
rollover to the rear in extreme til the mode change has taken
192 measured values:
cases. place.
min 30 km/h
Mode changes Tyre pressure The display shows -- for each
The riding mode can be changed monitoring (RDC) tyre until the tyre-pressure signal
while the vehicle is stationary is received for the first time. The
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with the ignition on. It is possible with tyre pressure control

(RDC) OE sensors continue to transmit the
to change it while driving under measured-value signals for some
the following conditions: Function time after the vehicle comes to a
No drive torque on the rear stop.
A sensor integrated into each
wheel.
tyre measures the air tempera- Transmission duration
No brake pressure in the brake
ture and the air pressure inside of the measured values
system.
the tyre and transmits this in- after vehicle standstill:
The following steps must be formation to the control unit.
z taken to change the riding mode: The sensors are fitted with a min 15 min
Close the throttle twistgrip. centrifugal-force trip switch which An error message is issued if
Release the brake levers. allows the measured values to be wheels without sensors are fit-
transmitted after the minimum ted to a vehicle equipped with an
The desired riding mode is ini- speed is exceeded the first time. RDC control unit.
tially preselected. The mode
change does not take place until
the systems in question are all in
the appropriate state.
Tyre pressure ranges between the RDC reading and
The RDC control unit differenti-
The tyre pressures are
shown in the display as
the value in the table. 9
ates between three tyre-pressure temperature compensated and 193
ranges, all of which are paramet- always refer to the following Example
rised for the motorcycle: tyre air temperature:
Tyre pressure within permitted
tolerance. 20 °C According to the Rider's
Tyre pressure close to limit of The air lines available to the pub- Manual, the tyre pressure

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permitted tolerance. lic in petrol stations and motor- should be the following value:
Tyre pressure outside permit- way service areas have gauges 2.5 bar
ted tolerance. that do not compensate for tem- The following value is shown
perature; the reading shown by in the display:
Temperature a gauge of this nature is the
compensation temperature-dependent tyre-air 2.3 bar
Tyre pressure is a temperature- pressure. As a result, the val- Missing:
sensitive variable: pressure in- ues displayed there usually do 0.2 bar
creases as tyre-air temperature not correspond to the values dis- z
The tester on the filling station
rises and decreases as tyre-air played in the display.
shows:
temperature drops. Tyre-air tem-
perature depends on ambient Pressure adaptation 2.4 bar
temperature as well as on the Compare the RDC value on the The tyre pressure must be in-
style of riding and the duration of display with the value in the table creased to the following value
the ride. on the back cover of the rider's to reach the correct tyre pres-
manual. Then use the air-line sure:
gauge at a service station to
2.6 bar
compensate for the difference
 Shift assistant When braking and downshifting stant before and during the gear
9 with riding modes Pro OE
(throttle valve closed), engine shift for gear shifts using the shift
speed is adjusted by blipping assistant Pro. A change in the
194 the throttle. position of the throttle twistgrip
Shift assistant Pro
Shift time is shorter than a during a gearshift can cause the
Your vehicle is equipped with the
gearshift with clutch actuation. function to abort and/or lead to a
shift assistant Pro, which was
missed shift. The shift assistant
initially developed for racing and In order for the system to identify Pro provides no assistance for
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has been adapted for touring. It a request for a gearshift, the rider the gear change if the rider de-
permits upshifts and downshifts has to move the shift lever from clutches.
without declutching or closing its idle position in the desired dir-
the throttle in virtually all load and ection against the force of the Downshifting
rpm ranges. spring through a certain "over- Downshifting is assisted until
travel" at ordinary speed or rap- maximum rpm for the target
Advantages idly and keep the shift lever in gear to be selected is reached.
70-80 % of all gearshifts on a this position until the gearshift is This prevents overrevving.
trip can be done without using completed. It is not necessary
z the clutch. to increase the force applied to
Less relative movement the shift lever while shifting is Maximum engine speed
between rider and passenger in progress. Once the gearshift
because the shift pauses are has completed the shift lever has max 9000 min-1
shorter. to be fully released before an-
It is not necessary to close the other gearshift with the Pro shift
throttle valve when shifting un- assistant can take place. Keep
der acceleration. the corresponding load condi-
tion (throttle grip position) con-
Upshifting
Upshifting is assisted until idle 9
rpm for the target gear to be
195
selected is reached.
This prevents the engine from
dropping below idle speed.

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Idle speed

1250 min-1 (Engine at regular

operating temperature)

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9

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196
Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
10
197
Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Service tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232

Maintenance
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 z
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Body panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
 General instructions Toolkit 3 Open-ended spanner
10 The "Maintenance" chapter de-
Width across flats 14
Adjusting mirror arm
198 scribes straightforward proced-
( 158).
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts. 4 Torx wrench, T25/T30
Special tightening torques are lis- T25 on short end, T30 on
ted as applicable. The tightening long end
Removing the tank cover
Maintenance

torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your vehicle are listed in ( 224).
the section entitled "Technical 5 Hand lever
data". Adjusting spring preload
1 Screwdriver handle for rear wheel ( 160).
You will find information on more 2 Reversible screwdriver
extensive maintenance and repair blade
z work in the Repair Manual on Service tool kit
With star-head and plain-
DVD for your vehicle, which is tip ends with service toolkit OA
available from your authorised
Replacing bulbs for front
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
and rear turn indicators
Some of the work calls for spe- ( 221).
cial tools and a thorough know- Replacing the licence
ledge of the technology involved. plate bulb ( 223).
If you are in doubt, consult a Removing battery
specialist workshop, preferably ( 228).
your authorised BMW Motorrad Adjusting the damping
Retailer. characteristic for rear
wheel ( 161).
 Front-wheel stand bination with the front-wheel
Installing the front-wheel
holder (83 30 0 402 242). 10
stand 199

ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad
front-wheel stand without

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also using the auxiliary stand
BMW Motorrad has put together Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
a service tool set suitable topples
for your motorcycle for more Place the motorcycle on an
advanced service operations auxiliary stand before lifting Loosen the mounting bolts 1.
(e.g. removing and refitting the front wheel with the Push the two adapters 2 apart z
the wheels). This tool set is BMW Motorrad front-wheel until the front suspension fits
available from your authorised stand. between them. Adjust the ad-
BMW Motorrad Retailer. apter studs to suit the front
Place the motorcycle on a suit-
suspension.
able auxiliary stand.
Use the retaining pins 3 to set
with centre stand OE
the front-wheel stand to the
Make sure the ground is level
desired height.
and firm and place the motor-
Centre the front-wheel stand
cycle on its centre stand.
relative to the front wheel and
Use basic stand with tool num- push it against the front axle.
ber (83 30 0 402 241) in com-
 Make sure the motorcycle is
10 standing firmly.

200 Engine oil

Checking engine oil level

ATTENTION
Maintenance

Misinterpretation of oil level

reading, because oil level is
Align the two adapters 2 so Apply uniform pressure to push
temperature-dependent (the
that the front suspension is the front-wheel stand down
higher the temperature, the
securely seated. and raise the motorcycle.
higher the oil level)
Tighten mounting bolts with
z with centre stand OE Engine damage
wheel 1.
Check the oil level only
ATTENTION after a lengthy ride or when
the engine is at operating
Centre stand retracts if the temperature.
vehicle lifted too high
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Wipe the area around the oil
topples filler neck clean.
When raising the vehicle, make Allow the engine to idle until
sure that the centre stand re- the fan starts up, then allow it
mains on the ground. to idle one minute longer.
If necessary, adjust the height Switch off the engine.
of the front-wheel stand.
 Make sure the engine is at op- Place the oil dipstick on the oil
erating temperature and hold filler opening, but do not screw 10
the motorcycle upright. it in.
with centre stand OE Remove the oil dipstick and 201
check the oil level.
ATTENTION
Vehicle topples to side when

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being lifted on to stand
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
topples Wait a minute.
Secure the vehicle to prevent it Remove oil dipstick 1.
toppling, preferably with the as-
sistance of a second person.
z
Check that the engine is at op-
erating temperature, make sure
the ground is level and firm Engine oil, specified level
and place the motorcycle on its
centre stand.
Between MIN and MAX mark

Clean measuring area 2 with a

dry cloth
 Wipe the area around the filler Brake system
10 Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
neck clean.
Checking function of
202 brakes
Product recommended by
BMW Motorrad: ADVANTEC Operate brake lever.
Ultimate oil, SAE 5W-40, The pressure point must be
API SL / JASO MA2 clearly perceptible.
Press the footbrake lever.
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max 0.5 l (Difference between

The pressure point must be
MIN and MAX)
clearly perceptible.
If the oil level is below the MIN If pressure points are not clearly
mark: perceptible:
Topping up the engine oil Remove oil dipstick 1.
z ( 202). ATTENTION
ATTENTION
If the oil level is above the MAX Work on brake system not
mark: Use of insufficient engine oil in compliance with correct
Have the oil level corrected or too much engine oil procedure
by a specialist workshop, Engine damage Risk to operational reliability of
preferably an authorised Always make sure that the oil the brake system
BMW Motorrad dealer. level is correct. Have all work on the brake sys-
tem undertaken by trained and
Fit oil dipstick. Top up the engine oil to the
qualified specialists.
specified level.
Topping up the engine oil Checking engine oil level Have the brakes checked by a
Place the motorcycle on its ( 200). specialist workshop, preferably
stand on firm, even ground. Fit oil dipstick.
 an authorised BMW Motorrad Diminished braking effect, dam-
dealer. age to the brakes 10
In order to ensure the depend-
Checking front brake pad ability of the brake system, do 203
thickness not permit the brake pads to
Place the motorcycle on its wear past the minimum per-
stand on firm, even ground. missible thickness.

Maintenance
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
Brake-pad wear limit,
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
front
Checking rear brake pad
min 1.0 mm (Friction pad
only, without backing plate. thickness z
The wear indicators, i.e. the Place the motorcycle on its
grooves, must be clearly stand on firm, even ground.
visible.)
Visually inspect the left and
right brake pads to ascertain If the wear indicating marks are
their thickness. Viewing direc- no longer clearly visible:
tion: between wheel and front
suspension towards the brake WARNING
calipers 1.
Brake-pad thickness less
than permissible minimum
 In order to ensure the depend- Make sure the ground is level
10 ability of the brake system, do and firm and place the motor-
not permit the brake pads to cycle on its centre stand.
204 wear past the minimum per- Move the handlebars to the
missible thickness. straight-ahead position.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist workshop,
Maintenance

preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Visually inspect the brake pads
to ascertain their thickness. Checking brake-fluid
Viewing direction: from the rear level, front brakes
towards the brake caliper 1.
z WARNING
Brake-pad wear limit,
rear Not enough brake fluid in
Check the brake fluid level in
brake fluid tank
front reservoir 1.
min 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, Considerably reduced braking
without backing plate.) power due to air in the brake NOTICE
If the brake pads are worn: system
Adjust the riding mode imme- Wear of the brake pads causes
WARNING diately until the fault is rectified. the brake fluid level in the reser-
Check the brake-fluid level at voir to sink.
Brake-pad thickness less
than permissible minimum regular intervals.
Diminished braking effect, dam-
age to the brakes
 Checking the brake-fluid Considerably reduced braking
level, rear brakes power due to air in the brake 10
system
Make sure the ground is level 205
and firm and hold the motor- Adjust the riding mode imme-
cycle upright. diately until the fault is rectified.
with centre stand OE Check the brake-fluid level at
regular intervals.
Make sure the ground is level

Maintenance
and firm and place the motor- Check the brake fluid level in
cycle on its centre stand. rear reservoir 1.
Brake fluid level, front NOTICE
Wear of the brake pads causes
Brake fluid, DOT4 the brake fluid level in the reser- z
Do not permit the brake fluid voir to sink.
level to drop below the MIN
mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir
horizontal, motorcycle upright)
If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as WARNING
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an Not enough brake fluid in
authorised BMW Motorrad Re- brake fluid tank
tailer.
 Clutch Checking the clutch play
10 Checking clutch function
206 Pull the clutch lever.
An increase in force with in-
creasing actuation must be
perceptible.
If no increase in force with in-
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creasing actuation is perceptible:

Have the clutch checked by a
Brake fluid level, rear specialist workshop, preferably
(visual inspection) an authorised BMW Motorrad Repeatedly pull clutch lever 1
Retailer. tight against the grip.
Brake fluid, DOT4 Pull clutch lever 1 gently until
z resistance is perceptible, ob-
The brake fluid level may not
drop below the MIN mark. serving the clutch play A.
Clutch cable play
If the brake fluid level drops be-
low the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as 5...8 mm (Handlebars in
quickly as possible by a spe- straight-ahead position, engine
cialist workshop, preferably an cold)
authorised BMW Motorrad Re- Clutch play is out of tolerance:
tailer. Adjusting clutch play ( 207).
Adjusting clutch play it only be possible to set the
correct clutch play by unscrewing 10
further.
207
Checking the clutch play
( 206).
Tighten lock nut 1 while hold-
ing adjusting screw 2.

Maintenance
Coolant
Check the coolant level in ex-
Check coolant level
Loosen lock nut 1. pansion tank 1. Viewing dir-
Place the motorcycle on its ection: from behind through
To increase clutch play, screw stand on firm, even ground.
adjusting screw 2 into the opening in right-hand side trim
manual controls.
Turn the handlebars all the way panel. z
to the right.
To reduce clutch play, unscrew
adjusting screw 2 from the
manual controls.

NOTICE
The distance between lock nut
and nut (measured internally)
must not exceed 14 mm.
Consult a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad Retailer, should
 Topping up coolant
10
208

Maintenance

Open cap 1 of the expansion

Coolant, specified level
Undo screws for the radiator tank.
cowl 1 from the inside. Top up coolant to specified
Between MIN - MAX-mark on level using a suitable funnel.
z the expansion tank (Engine Close the cap of the expansion
cold) tank.
If the coolant drops below the
permitted level:
Top up the coolant.

Pull radiator cowl 1 from its

brackets 2.
 Tyres Check tyre pressures against
Checking tyre pressure
the data below. 10
Tyre pressure, front 209
WARNING
Incorrect tyre pressure 2.2 bar (One-up, tyre cold)
Impaired handling characteristics
2.5 bar (Two-up and/or with
of the motorcycle, shorter useful

Maintenance
luggage, tyre cold)
tyre life
Insert radiator cowl 1 into the Always check that the tyre Tyre pressure, rear
brackets 2. pressures are correct.
The radiator cowl engages with
an audible click. WARNING 2.5 bar (One-up, tyre cold)
2.9 bar (Two-up and/or with z
Tendency of valve inserts
luggage, tyre cold)
installed vertically to open
by themselves at high riding If tyre pressure is too low:
speeds Correct tyre pressure.
Sudden loss of tyre pressure
Install valve caps fitted with Rims and tyres
rubber sealing rings and tighten Checking rims
firmly. Place the motorcycle on its
Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground.
Tighten the radiator cowl 1 stand on firm, even ground. Visually inspect the rims for
screws from the inside. defects.
 Have damaged rims inspected If applicable, have the tyres Wheels
10 by a specialist workshop changed in good time before
Tyre recommendation
and replaced if necessary, they wear to the minimum
210 preferably by an authorised tread depth permitted by law. For each size of tyre,
BMW Motorrad Retailer. BMW Motorrad tests and
Place the motorcycle on its classifies as roadworthy certain
Checking spokes stand on firm, even ground. makes. BMW Motorrad cannot
Measure the tyre tread depth assess the suitability or provide
Place the motorcycle on its
Maintenance

in the main tread grooves with any guarantee of road safety for
stand on firm, even ground.
wear marks. other tyres.
Use a screwdriver handle or
similar object to brush over the NOTICE BMW Motorrad recommends
spokes and pay attention to using only tyres tested by
the sequence of sounds. Wear indicators are built into the BMW Motorrad.
If the sequence of sounds is ir- main profile grooves on each Detailed information is
z
regular: tyre. The tyre is worn out when available from your authorised
Have the spokes checked the tyre tread has worn down BMW Motorrad Retailer or online
by a specialist workshop, to the level of the marks. The at
preferably by an authorised locations of the marks are indic- bmw-motorrad.com
BMW Motorrad Retailer. ated on the edge of the tyre, e.g.
by the letters TI, TWI or by an Effect of wheel size on
Checking tyre tread depth arrow. chassis and suspension
If the tyre tread is worn to min- control systems
WARNING Wheel size is very important as a
imum:
Riding with badly worn tyres Replace tyre or tyres, as applic- parameter for the ABS and ASC
Risk of accident due to impaired able. suspension control systems. In
handling particular, the diameter and the
width of the vehicle's wheels are Removing front wheel
programmed into the control unit Place the motorcycle on its 10
and are fundamental to all cal- stand on firm, even ground.
culations. Any change in these 211
influencing variables, caused for
example by a switch to wheels
other than those installed ex-
works, can have serious effects

Maintenance
on the performance of the con-
trol systems.
Remove screw 1 and remove
The sensor wheels are essential the ABS sensor from its bore
for correct wheel speed detec- hole.
tion, and they too must match
the motorcycle's control sys- z
Remove the bolts 1.
tems and consequently cannot
Carefully swing the lower part
be changed.
of the front-wheel cover 2 in
If you decide that you would like
the direction of the arrow.
to fit non-standard wheels to
your motorcycle, it is very import-
ant to consult a specialist work-
shop beforehand, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad Re-
tailer. In some cases, the data
programmed into the control Disengage the cable for the
units can be changed to suit the wheel-speed sensor from re-
new wheel sizes. taining clips 2 and 3.
 Remove the screws 4 for the cause brake pads have to be
10 right-hand brake caliper. forced apart
Do not operate the brakes with
212 a brake caliper not correctly
secured.
Carefully pull the brake calipers
back and out until clear of the
Maintenance

brake discs.

Place the motorcycle on a suit- Loosen the right axle clamping

able auxiliary stand. screws 1.
with centre stand OE
Force the brake pads 3 apart Make sure the ground is level
z slightly by rotating the brake and firm and place the motor-
caliper 4 against the brake cycle on its centre stand.
disc 5.
Mask off the parts of the wheel Raise front of motorcycle until
rim that could be scratched in the front wheel can turn freely.
the process of removing the BMW Motorrad recommends
brake calipers. the BMW Motorrad front-wheel
stand for lifting the motorcycle.
ATTENTION Installing the front-wheel stand
( 199). Remove the axle screw 2.
Unwanted inward movement Loosen the left axle clamping
of the brake pads screws 3.
Component damage on attempt
to install the brake caliper or be-
Push the axle in as far as it will
go. ATTENTION
10
Tightening threaded fasten- 213
ers to incorrect tightening
torque
Damage, or threaded fasteners
work loose

Maintenance
Always have the security of
the fasteners checked by a
Remove spacer bush 5 from specialist workshop, preferably
the left-hand side of the wheel an authorised BMW Motorrad
hub. dealer.
Remove axle 4 while support-
ing the wheel. Installing the front wheel z
Do not remove the grease from
the axle. WARNING
Roll the front wheel forward to Use of a non-standard wheel
remove.
Malfunction as part of ABS and
ASC control interventions
See the information on the ef-
fect of wheel size on the ABS
and ASC systems at the start Insert spacer bush 5 into the
of this chapter. wheel hub on the left-hand
side.
 Tighten right-hand axle clamp-
10 ATTENTION ing screws 1 to the specified
Front wheel installed wrong torque or use a suitable tool to
214 counter-hold for the next oper-
way round
ation.
Risk of accident
Note direction-of-rotation ar-
rows on tyre or rim.
Maintenance

Roll the front wheel into the

front suspension, making sure
Fit the axle screw 2 and
that the brake disc passes
tighten to the specified torque.
between the brake pads in the
left-hand brake caliper. Axle screw in quick-re-
z lease axle, front

50 Nm
Clamp of quick-release Tighten left-hand axle clamp-
axle ing screws 3 to the specified
torque.
Tightening sequence: Tighten
screws six times in alternate
sequence
19 Nm
Lift front wheel and insert the
axle 4 as far as the stop.
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215

Maintenance
Slacken the right-hand axle Fit the mounting bolts 4 and
Clamp of quick-release
clamping screws 1 again if they tighten to torque.
axle
have been tightened.
Brake caliper to tele-
Tightening sequence: Tighten Removing the front-wheel
scopic fork z
screws six times in alternate stand.
sequence 38 Nm
without centre stand OE
19 Nm Remove the adhesive tape
Remove auxiliary stand.
from the wheel rim.
Position right-hand brake cal-
iper on brake disc. WARNING
Brake pads not lying against
the brake disc
Risk of accident due to delayed
braking effect.
Before driving, check that the
brakes respond without delay.
 Operate the brake several
10 times until the brake pads are
bedded.
216 Seat the cable for the wheel-
speed sensor in holding clips 2
Maintenance and 3.

Position the lower part of the Tighten right-hand axle clamp-

front-wheel cover 2. ing screws 1 to torque.
Fit bolts 1.

z Firmly compress the front forks

several times.

Insert the ABS sensor into its

bore hole and fit screw 1.
 with centre stand OE
Make sure the ground is level 10
and firm and place the motor-
217
cycle on its centre stand.

Maintenance
Remove axle nut 2 and
Clamp of quick-release
washer 3.
axle
Remove the chain tensioner 4
Tightening sequence: Tighten and push the axle in as far as it
screws six times in alternate will go. z
Remove screw 1 and remove
sequence
the pulse generator from its
19 Nm bore hole.

Removing rear wheel

Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the mo-
torcycle on a suitable auxiliary
stand.
 Roll the rear wheel back until it
10 is clear of the swinging arm. ATTENTION

218 NOTICE Tightening threaded fasten-

ers to incorrect tightening
The sprocket and the spacer torque
bushes on left and right are loose Damage, or threaded fasteners
fits in the wheel. Make sure that work loose
Maintenance

these parts are not damaged or Always have the security of

get lost on removal. the fasteners checked by a
Remove quick-release axle 5 specialist workshop, preferably
and chain tensioner 6. Installing the rear wheel an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
WARNING
Roll the rear wheel into the
z
Use of a non-standard wheel swinging arm, making sure that
Malfunction as part of ABS and the brake disc passes between
ASC control interventions the brake pads.
See the information on the ef-
fect of wheel size on the ABS
and ASC systems at the start
of this chapter.

Roll the rear wheel as far

forward as possible and
disengage chain 7 from the
sprocket.
 the brake-caliper support and
the rear wheel. 10
Make sure that the axle fits into
the recess in the chain ten- 219
sioner.

Maintenance
Roll the rear wheel as far for- Fit the washer 4 and the axle
ward as possible and loop the nut 3, but do not tighten yet.
chain 8 over the sprocket.
without centre stand OE
Remove the auxiliary stand. z
Fit the left-hand chain ten-
sioner 5.

Insert right-hand chain ten-

sioner 7 in the swinging arm
and fit quick-release axle 6 in
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220

Maintenance

Insert the pulse generator Unclip the hose 1 from the re- Remove the frame 4.
into the bore hole and fit the taining lugs 2. Remove the air filter insert 5.
screw 1.
Installing the air filter
z Adjusting chain sag ( 232).

Air filter
Removing air filter
Removing the tank cover
( 224).

Press and hold down button 3

to unlock (arrow 1). Install air filter insert 5 in
Remove the frame 4 from the frame 4.
bracket (arrow 2).
 Lighting shop, preferably an authorised
Replacing the LED for
BMW Motorrad Retailer. 10
low-beam headlight and Replacing bulbs for front 221
high beam and rear turn indicators
LED low-beam headlight and with LED flashing turn indic-
LED high beam can only be ator OE
replaced as a complete unit. LED flashing turn indicators

Maintenance
Consult a specialist workshop, can only be replaced as a com-
Install the frame 4. preferably an authorised plete unit. Consult a specialist
BMW Motorrad dealer. workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Replacing the LED for
side light without LED flashing turn indic- z
The LED side light can be ator OE
replaced only as a complete Place the motorcycle on its
unit. Consult a specialist work- stand on firm, even ground.
shop, preferably an authorised Switch off the ignition.
BMW Motorrad dealer.

Replacing LED for brake

Clip the hose 1 into the retain- light and rear light
ing lugs 2.
The LED rear light can be
replaced only as a complete
unit. Consult a specialist work-
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222

Maintenance

Remove the bolt 1. Remove bulb 2 from the light Turn bulb 2 clockwise to install
housing by turning anti-clock- it in the light housing.
wise.

z Replace the defective bulb.

Bulbs for flashing turn
indicators, front

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
with LED flashing turn indic-
ator OE
Pull the glass out of the re- LED
flector housing at the threaded- Working from the inboard side,
fastener side. Use a clean, dry cloth to hold insert the glass into the light
the new bulb in order to keep housing and close the housing.
the glass free of foreign matter.
 Replace the defective bulb.
Light source for the 10
number plate light 223
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Use a clean, dry cloth to hold
the new bulb in order to keep

Maintenance
the glass free of foreign matter.

Fit screw 1. Withdraw bulb socket 1 from

the bulb support.
Replacing the licence
plate bulb
Place the motorcycle on its z
stand on firm, even ground.
Switch off the ignition.

Insert the bulb into the socket.

Pull the bulb out of the bulb

socket.
 Body panels Install the tank cover
10 Removing the tank cover
224 Removing seat ( 127).

Maintenance

Insert bulb socket 1 into the

bulb support. Make sure that the six brack-
ets 2 engage in the retaining
Replacing the additional
lugs 3 and the four connect-
z headlight ors 5 engage in the mounting
Remove screws 1 on left and
with LED additional clips 4.
right.
headlight OA Install the tank cover 1.
Remove screws 2.
An additional headlight can Remove the tank cover 3.
only be replaced as a complete
unit. Consult a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
 gine by connecting leads to the from the on-board electrical
on-board socket. system. 10
225
ATTENTION
Contact between crocodile
clips of jump leads and
vehicle

Maintenance
Risk of short-circuit
Use jump leads fitted with fully
Install screws 2.
insulated crocodile clips at both
Install screws 1. ends.
Installing seat ( 128).
Press in the lock and flip open
ATTENTION the positive terminal cover 1. z
Jump-starting
Jump-starting with a voltage Begin by connecting one end
ATTENTION greater than 12 V of the red jump lead to the
Damage to the on-board elec- positive terminal of the dis-
Excessive current flowing tronics charged battery and the other
when the motorcycle is end to the positive terminal
Make sure that the battery of
jump-started of the donor battery (positive
the donor vehicle has a voltage
Wiring smoulders/ignites or dam- rating of 12 V. terminal on this vehicle: posi-
age to the on-board electronics tion 2).
If the motorcycle has to be Removing seat ( 127). Then connect one end of the
jump-started connect the leads When jump-starting the engine, black jump lead to the negative
to the battery terminals; never do not disconnect the battery terminal of the donor battery
attempt to jump-start the en- and the other end to the neg-
 ative terminal of the discharged lead from the positive termin- ging the battery on the follow-
10 battery (negative terminal on als. ing pages.
this vehicle: position 3). Do not turn the battery upside
226 NOTICE down.
NOTICE
Do not use proprietary start-as-
The spring-strut screw can be sist sprays or other products to ATTENTION
used as an alternative to the bat- start the engine.
On-board electronics (e.g.
Maintenance

tery's negative terminal. Installing seat ( 128). clock) draining connected

Run the engine of the donor battery
vehicle during jump-starting. Battery Battery is deep-discharged; this
Start the engine of the vehicle Maintenance instructions voids the guarantee
with the discharged battery Connect a float charger to the
Correct upkeep, recharging and
in the usual way; if the en-
z storage will prolong the life of battery if the motorcycle is to
gine does not start, wait a few remain out of use for more
the battery and are essential if
minutes before repeating the than four weeks.
warranty claims are to be con-
attempt in order to protect the
sidered.
starter motor and the donor
Compliance with the points be- NOTICE
battery.
low is important in order to max-
Allow both engines to idle for a BMW Motorrad has developed a
imise battery life:
few minutes before disconnect- float charger specially designed
ing the jump leads. Keep the surface of the battery
for compatibility with the elec-
clean and dry.
Disconnect the jump lead from tronics of your motorcycle. Us-
the negative terminals first, Do not open the battery. ing this charger, you can keep
then disconnect the second Do not top up with water. the battery charged during long
Be sure to read and comply periods of disuse, without having
with the instructions for char-
to disconnect the battery from Damage to charger and vehicle to the motorcycle's on-board
the motorcycle's on-board sys- electronics electrical system. 10
tems. You can obtain additional Use suitable BMW chargers.
information from your authorised The suitable charger is NOTICE 227
BMW Motorrad dealer. available from your authorised The motorcycle's on-board elec-
BMW Motorrad dealer. tronics know when the battery
Charging battery when is fully charged. The on-board
connected ATTENTION

Maintenance
socket is switched off when this
Disconnect devices plugged happens.
Recharging a fully
into the sockets.
discharged battery via the
Comply with the operating in-
ATTENTION power socket or extra socket
structions of the charger.
Damage to the vehicle electron-
Charging the battery that is ics NOTICE
connected to the vehicle via z
If a battery has discharged to
the battery terminals the extent that it is completely If you are unable to charge the
Damage to the on-board elec- flat (battery voltage less than battery through the on-board
tronics 12 V, indicator lights and mul- socket, you may be using a char-
Disconnect the battery at tifunction display remain off ger that is not compatible with
the battery terminals before when the ignition is switched your motorcycle's electronics. If
charging. on) always charge the discon- this happens, charge the battery
nected battery with the char- directly at the terminals of the
ATTENTION ger connected directly to the battery that is disconnected from
battery terminals. the vehicle.
Unsuitable chargers connec-
ted to a socket Charge via the charging socket,
with the battery connected
 Charging a disconnected with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE Press in the lock and flap up
10 battery If applicable, switch off the anti- the positive terminal cover 1.
Charge the battery using a theft alarm. First disconnect the battery
228 negative lead 3.
suitable charger. Switch off the ignition.
Comply with the operating in- Then disconnect the battery
structions of the charger. positive lead 2.
After charging, disconnect the Remove the screws 4 on the
left and right and work the bat-
Maintenance

charger's terminal clips from

the battery terminals. tery 5 holder forward until clear
of the battery.
NOTICE Lift the battery up and out;
work it slightly back and forth
The battery has to be recharged if it is difficult to remove.
z at regular intervals in the course
of a lengthy period of disuse. Installing battery
See the instructions for caring
for your battery. Always fully re- ATTENTION NOTICE
charge the battery before restor-
Battery not disconnected in If the vehicle has been discon-
ing it to use.
accordance with correct pro- nected from the battery for a sig-
Removing battery cedure nificant time, the current date will
Removing seat ( 127). Risk of short-circuit have to be entered in the instru-
Place the motorcycle on its Always proceed in compliance ment cluster to guarantee correct
stand on firm, even ground. with the specified disconnec- operation of the service display.
tion sequence.
 Switch off the ignition. Risk of short-circuit with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Insert the battery into the bat- Always proceed in compli- If applicable, switch on the anti- 10
tery compartment, with the ance with specified installation theft alarm.
positive terminal on the right sequence. 229
in the direction of travel. Installing seat ( 128).
Install the positive battery Setting the clock ( 105).
cable 2.
Close positive terminal cover 1. Fuses

Maintenance
Replacing main fuse

ATTENTION
Jumpering of blown fuses
Risk of short-circuit and fire z
Never attempt to jumper a
Position the battery holder 5. blown fuse.
Install screws 4 on left and Always replace a defective fuse
right. with a new fuse of the same
Fit the negative battery cable 3 amperage.
Press in lock and open the in alignment 6, paying attention
positive terminal cover 1. to ensuring an adequate dis- Switch off the ignition.
tance between negative battery Place the motorcycle on its
ATTENTION stand on firm, even ground.
cable and seat locking levers.
Battery not connected in ac- Removing seat ( 127).
cordance with correct pro-
cedure
 Replace fuses
10
230

Maintenance

Replace faulty fuse 1.

ATTENTION
Switch off the ignition.
NOTICE
Removing seat ( 127). Jumpering of blown fuses
If fuse defects recur frequently Disconnect connector 1. Risk of short-circuit and fire
z
have the electric circuits checked Never attempt to jumper a
by a specialist workshop, blown fuse.
preferably an authorised Always replace a defective fuse
BMW Motorrad dealer. with a new fuse of the same
amperage.
Main fuse
Replace defective fuse 1 or 2
depending on assignment.
40 A (Voltage regulator)
NOTICE
Installing seat ( 128).
If fuse defects recur frequently
have the electric circuits checked
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised Motorcycle experiences malfunc- Remove diagnostic
BMW Motorrad dealer. tions connector 2 from bracket 3. 10
Only have the diagnostic con- The interface to the diagnosis
Fuse box nector loosened by a specialist and information system can be 231
workshop or other authorised connected to the diagnostic
persons during your next BMW connector 2.
10 A (Slot 1: instrument Service appointment.
cluster, alarm system (DWA), Have the work performed by Securing the diagnostic

Maintenance
ignition lock, diagnostic socket, appropriately trained staff. connector
coil main relay)
Refer to the vehicle manufac- Disconnect the interface for
7.5 A (Slot 2: multifunction turer specifications. the diagnosis and information
switch left, tyre pressure con- system.
Removing seat ( 127).
trol (RDC))
Installing seat ( 128). z
Diagnostic connector
Disengaging diagnostic
connector

CAUTION
Incorrect procedure
followed when loosening the Insert diagnostic connector 2 in
Press the locks 1 on either
diagnostic connector for the bracket 3.
side.
on-board diagnosis The locks 1 engage.
Installing seat ( 128).
 Chain Turn the rear wheel until it
10 Lubricating chain
reaches the position with the
Chain deflection
lowest amount of chain sag.
232
ATTENTION 35...45 mm (Motorcycle with
no weight applied, supported
Inadequate cleaning and lub- on its side stand)
rication of the drive chain If measured value is outside per-
Accelerated wear
Maintenance

mitted tolerance:
Clean and lubricate the drive Adjusting chain sag ( 232).
chain at regular intervals.
Lubricate the drive chain every Adjusting chain sag
800 km at the latest. Lubricate Place the motorcycle on its
the chain more frequently if stand on firm, even ground.
z the motorcycle is ridden in wet, Use a screwdriver to push the
dusty or dirty conditions. chain up and down and meas-
ure difference A.
Switch the ignition off and se-
Chain deflection
lect neutral.
Clean the drive chain with a
suitable cleaning product, dry it 40...50 mm (Motorcycle with
and apply chain lubricant. no weight applied, supported
Wipe off excess lubricant. on its side stand)
Checking chain sag with low-slung OE
Loosen the axle nut 1.
Place the motorcycle on its
stand on firm, even ground.
Use the adjusting screws 3 on
left and right to adjust chain 10
sag.
Checking chain sag ( 232). 233
Make sure that the scale read-
ings 2 are the same on left and
right.
Tighten quick-release axle

Maintenance
nut 1 to the specified tight-
ening torque. Check that the washer 4 is Place the motorcycle on its
Rear quick-release axle lying flat against the screw stand on firm, even ground.
in swinging arm head 3, correct as necessary. Check whether the third
marker line 1 can be fully seen.
Thread-locking compound: Checking the chain wear Check chain length if the third z
mechanical Requirement marker line 1 can be fully seen:
100 Nm Chain tension is set correctly. Engage 1st gear.
Turn the rear wheel in the nor-
mal direction of travel until the
chain is tensioned.

Measure chain length over

nine rivets underneath the rear
wheel swinging arm.
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234

Maintenance

Permissible chain length

max 144 mm (measured

z centre to centre over 10
rivets, chain pulled taut)
If the chain has stretched to the
maximum permissible length:
Seek the advice of a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
11
235
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Accessories
Navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244

z
 General instructions checked by BMW for safety, Power sockets
11 function and suitability. BMW
Notes on use of power sockets:
CAUTION therefore takes responsibility for
236 the products. BMW does not Automatic switch-off
Use of other-make products accept liability for unauthorised
Safety risk Power sockets are shut down
parts and accessory products of
automatically under the following
BMW Motorrad cannot exam- any kind.
circumstances:
ine or test each product of out- Legal provisions must be taken
Accessories

side origin to ensure that it can If the battery charge state is

into account when any changes
be used on or in connection too low to maintain the motor-
are made. Please refer to the
with BMW vehicles without cycle's starting capability.
road traffic licensing regulations
constituting a safety hazard. (in Germany StVZO) for your When the maximum load cap-
Country-specific official author- country. ability as stated in the technical
z isation does not suffice as as- data is exceeded.
Your BMW Motorrad Retailer of-
surance. Tests conducted by fers you qualified advice when During the starting operation.
these instances cannot make choosing original BMW com-
Operating electrical
provision for all operating con- ponents, accessories and other
accessories
ditions experienced by BMW products.
vehicles and, consequently, You can start using electrical
To find out more about
they are not sufficient in some accessories connected to the
accessories, go to:
circumstances. motorcycle's sockets only when
bmw-motorrad.com/zubehoer
Use only parts and accessor- the ignition is switched on. The
ies approved by BMW for your accessory remains operational
vehicle. if the ignition is subsequently
switched off. Approximately 15
The components and accessory minutes after ignition is turned
products have been thoroughly off, power sockets are switched
off to lessen the burden on the Cases
vehicle electrical system.
Open cases
11
Low-wattage electrical accessor-
ies might not be recognised with case OA 237
by the vehicle’s electronics. In
such cases, power sockets are
switched off very shortly after the
ignition is turned off.

Accessories
Cable routing
Push yellow button 1 down,
Note the following with regard to simultaneously opening the
the routing of cables from sock- case lid.
ets to items of electrical equip-
ment: Adjusting the case volume z
Make sure that cables do not Turn key 1 clockwise.
with case OA
impede the rider. Press and hold down yellow
Make sure that cables do not latch 2 and pull out carry Open case and empty.
restrict the steering angle or handle 3.
obstruct handling.
Make sure that cables cannot
be trapped.
 The lid engages with an aud- Removing cases
11 ible click. with case OA
238

Accessories

Engage lever 1 in the upper

end position to obtain the
smaller volume.
Engage lever 1 in the lower Turn key 1 clockwise.
z ATTENTION
Press and hold down yellow
end position to obtain the lar-
ger volume. Closure of carrying handle latch 2 and pull out carry
Closing cases. with case lock latched handle 3.
Damage to locking tab
Closing cases Make sure that the case lock
with case OA is at right angles to the forward
direction of travel when you
Turn the lock with the key until
close the carry handle.
it is at right angles to the for-
ward direction of travel. Fold down carry handle 1.
Close the case lid. Turn key 2 anti-clockwise and
withdraw.
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239

Accessories
Pull red release lever 1 up. Pull red release lever 1 up. Push locking flap 1 down until
Latching flap 2 pops up. Latching flap 2 pops up. you feel some resistance.
Fully open the latching flap. Fully open the latching flap. Then push locking flap and red
Lift the case out of the holder release lever 2 down simultan-
z
by its carry handle. eously.
The latching flap engages.
Install cases
with case OA

Insert case into brackets 1

and 2 from above.
 Maximum payload and Topcase
11 maximum permissible Opening topcase
240 speed
with topcase OA
Note the maximum permissible
payload and the speed limit for
riding with cases fitted, as stated
on the label inside the case.
Accessories

Contact your authorised

BMW Motorrad Retailer if you
cannot find your combination of
ATTENTION vehicle and cases on the label.
Closure of carrying handle The values for the combination
z with case lock latched described here are as follows:
Damage to locking tab Maximum permissible Turn key 1 clockwise.
Make sure that the case lock speed for riding with Press and hold down yellow
is at right angles to the forward cases fitted to the motorcycle latch 2 and pull out carry
direction of travel when you handle 3.
close the carry handle. max 160 km/h
Fold down carry handle 1. Payload per case
Turn key 2 anti-clockwise and
withdraw.
max 8 kg
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241

Accessories
Push yellow button 1 forwards, Engage lever 1 in the forwards
simultaneously opening the end position to obtain the lar- ATTENTION
topcase lid. ger volume. Closure of carrying handle
Engage lever 1 in the rear-
Adjusting the topcase with case lock latched z
wards end position to obtain Damage to locking tab
volume the smaller volume.
Make sure that the topcase
with topcase OA Close the topcase. lock is vertical when you close
Open topcase and empty. Closing topcase the carry handle.
with topcase OA Fold down carry handle 1.
The handle engages with an
Press down firmly on topcase audible click.
lid to close. Turn key 2 anti-clockwise and
withdraw.
 Removing the topcase
11 with topcase OA
242

Accessories

Pull red lever 1 to the rear. Pull red lever 1 to the rear.
Latching flap 2 pops up. Latching flap 2 pops up.
Fully open the latching flap. Fully open the latching flap.
Turn key 1 clockwise. Take a firm grip of the handle
z Press and hold down yellow and lift the topcase out of the
latch 2 and pull out carry holder.
handle 3.
Installing topcase
with topcase OA

Engage the topcase in front

holders 1 of the topcase carrier
plate.
Push the rear of the topcase Maximum payload and
onto the topcase carrier plate. maximum permissible 11
speed 243
Note the maximum permissible
payload and the speed limit for
riding with topcase fitted, as
stated on the label inside the

Accessories
topcase.
Contact your authorised
BMW Motorrad Retailer if you
ATTENTION cannot find your combination of
Closure of carrying handle vehicle and topcase on the label.
Push locking flap 1 forwards The values for the combination
until you feel some resistance.
with case lock latched z
Damage to locking tab described here are as follows:
Then push locking flap and
Make sure that the topcase Maximum speed for rid-
red release lever 2 forwards
lock is vertical when you close ing with a loaded top-
simultaneously.
the carry handle. case
The latching flap engages.
Fold down carry handle 1.
max 160 km/h
The handle engages with an
audible click. Payload of topcase
Turn key 2 anti-clockwise and
withdraw.
max 5 kg
 Navigation system
11 with preparation for navigation
244 system OE

Securing navigation
device

NOTICE
Accessories

Navigation preparation is suit-

Turn ignition key 1 anti-clock- Insert the navigation device 1
able from BMW Motorrad Navig-
wise. at the bottom and swing it to-
ator IV.
Pull the lock retainer 2 to the wards the rear in one rotational
left. movement.
z NOTICE
Press the lock 3 in. The navigation device is heard
The latching system of the Mount Cradle is unlocked and to engage.
Mount Cradle is not designed to cover 4 can be removed to the Push the lock retainer 2 all the
protect against theft. front in a swivelling motion. way to the right.
Always remove the navigation Lock 3 is locked.
system and stow it away safely Turn ignition key 4 clockwise.
as soon as you finish your ride. The navigation device is se-
cured and the ignition key can
be removed.
Removing navigation Push lock 3 all the way to the Operating navigation
device and installing left. system 11
cover The navigation device 4 is un-
locked. 245
NOTICE
ATTENTION Tilt the navigation device 4
downwards and remove. The description below is based
Dust and dirt on the on the BMW Motorrad Navig-
Mount Cradle contacts ator V and the BMW Motorrad

Accessories
Damaged contacts Navigator VI. The BMW Motorrad
Always reinstall the cover as Navigator IV does not support all
soon as you finish your ride. the options described here.

NOTICE
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Only the latest version of the
BMW Motorrad communication
Insert cover 1 in the lower sec- system is supported. A software
tion and swing to the top with update of the BMW Motorrad
a rotational movement. communication system may
be necessary. If this is the
The cover engages with an
case, consult your authorised
Turn ignition key 1 anti-clock- audible click.
BMW Motorrad dealer.
wise. Push lock retainer 2 to the
right. Some BMW Motorrad Navigator
Pull the lock retainer 2 all the
Turn ignition key 3 clockwise. functions can be operated dir-
way to the left.
The cover 1 is secured. ectly from the handlebars if it is
Lock 3 is unlocked.
installed and the operating fo-
 cus is switched to the Navigator Briefly tilt the Multi- Long-push to the left to
11 ( 135). Controller 1 to the left and activate this function.
right
246
Switch between the Navigator's Press down MENU rocker
main pages: button 2
Map view Switch the operating focus to
Compass Pure Ride view.
Mediaplayer
Accessories

BMW special menu In detail, the following functions

My Motorcycle page can be controlled:
Map view
Hold the Multi-Controller 1 to Turn up: Zoom in.
The navigation system is oper- the left and right
z Turn down: Zoom out.
ated via the Multi-Controller 1 Activate certain functions on the
and the MENU rocker button 2. Navigator display. An arrow to Compass page
the right or to the left above the Turning increases or
Turn the Multi-Controller 1 corresponding button area on the decreases the volume of a
up and down display indicates a function that BMW Motorrad communication
On the compass and can be activated in this way. system connected via
Mediaplayer page: increase Bluetooth.
or decrease the volume of a Long-push to the right to
BMW Motorrad communication activate this function. BMW special menu
system connected via Bluetooth. Speak: Repeat most recent
In the BMW special menu: select navigation announcement.
menu items.
Waypoint: Save current loca- My Motorcycle BMW Motorrad communication
tion as a favourite. Turn: Changes the number of system connected via 11
Home: Starts navigation to data shown. Bluetooth.
home address (greyed if no 247
Touch a data field on the
home address has been Indicator and warning
display to open the menu for
defined). selecting data. messages
Mute: Switch automatic navig- The values available fr selection
ation announcements off or on depend on the optional extras

Accessories
(off: a crossed-out lips symbol installed on the vehicle.
appears in the top line of the
display). "Speak" will still activ-
ate navigation announcements. NOTICE
All other acoustic outputs re- The Mediaplayer function is
main switched on. only available when a Bluetooth z
Switch off display: Deactivate device complying with the A2DP
the display. standard is used, for example a Indicator and warning messages
Dial home number: Dials the BMW Motorrad communication from the motorcycle are indic-
home phone number saved in system. ated by an appropriate symbol 1
the Navigator (not shown un- which appears at the top left in
Mediaplayer
less a telephone is connected). the map view.
Diversion: Activates the diver- Push to the left and hold: Play
sion function (not shown unless preceding track. NOTICE
a route is active). Push to the right and hold:
Skip: Skips the next waypoint Play next track. If a BMW Motorrad commu-
(not shown unless the route Turning increases or nication system is connected,
has waypoints). decreases the volume of a
 warnings are accompanied by an Fuel reserve warning tion is activated while the Nav-
11 acoustic signal. The settings for the fuel gauge igator is installed in the vehicle
If there are two or more active are not available, because the re- and the ignition is switched on,
248 you will be asked whether you
warnings the number appears serve fuel level warning is sent
below the warning triangle. by the vehicle to the Navigator. want to add this vehicle to the
When this message is displayed, list of secured vehicles. If you
Touching the warning triangle
pressing the message will cause answer "Yes" at this prompt the
when more than one warning
the next filling station to be dis- Navigator stores the VIN of this
Accessories

is active opens a list of all the

played. vehicle.
warnings.
A maximum of five VINs can be
Additional information appears as
Time and date saved in this way.
soon as a message is selected.
The Navigator sends the time Subsequently, the PIN does not
NOTICE and date to the motorcycle. have to be entered when the
z To allow transfer of the time Navigator is switched on by ig-
Detailed information cannot be to the TFT display, the GPS nition ON while cradled in any of
displayed for all warnings. synchronisation function these vehicles.
must also be activated in the If the Navigator is removed from
Special functions Settings, System settings, the vehicle while switched on, a
Integration of the BMW Motorrad Date and time menu. security prompt asking for the
Navigator has produced a num- PIN to be entered is issued.
ber of deviations from the de- Security settings
scriptions in the operating in- The BMW Motorrad Navigator V Screen brightness
structions for the Navigator. and the BMW Motorrad Navig- In the installed condition, the
ator VI can be secured against screen brightness is specified
unauthorised use with a four-digit by the motorcycle. No manual
PIN (Garmin Lock). If this func- input is necessary.
If you prefer, you can switch off
automatic adjustment n the Nav- 11
igator display settings.
249

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250
11
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
12
251
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Cleaning easily damaged compon-
ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253

Care
Care of paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Vehicle preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 z
Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 254
Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 255
 Care products Washing the vehicle Diminished braking effect, risk of
12 BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends
accident
Apply the brakes in good time
252 that you use the cleaning that you use BMW insect re-
to allow the friction and heat to
and care products you can mover to soften and wash off
dry the brake discs and brake
obtain from your authorised insects and stubborn dirt on
pads.
BMW Motorrad Retailer. painted parts prior to washing
The substances in BMW the motorcycle.
ATTENTION
Care

CareProducts have been tested To prevent stains, do not wash

in laboratories and in practice; the vehicle immediately after it Effect of road salt intensified
z they provide optimised care and has been exposed to strong sun- by warm water
protection for the materials used light and do not wash it in the Corrosion
in your vehicle. sun. Use only cold water to wash off
Make sure that the vehicle is road salt.
ATTENTION washed frequently, especially
Use of unsuitable cleaning during the winter months.
ATTENTION
and care products To remove road salt, clean the
Damage to vehicle parts motorcycle with cold water im- Damage due to high water
Do not use solvents such as mediately after every trip. pressure from high pressure
cellulose thinners, cold clean- cleaners or steam cleaners
WARNING Corrosion or short circuit, dam-
ers, fuel or the like, and do
not use cleaning products that Wet brake discs and brake age to labels, seals, hydraulic
contain alcohol. pads after vehicle wash, after brake system, electrical system
riding through water and in and the motorcycle seat
rainy conditions
 Exercise restraint when using Do not use insect-remover Products. This applies especially
a steam jet or high pressure pads or cleaning pads with where road salt has been in use. 12
cleaning equipment. hard, scouring surfaces. For an additional treatment, use
BMW Motorrad metal polish. 253
NOTICE Body panels
Clean trim panel components Radiator
The case and topcase do not with water and BMW Motorrad Clean the radiator regularly to
have any surface coating. The solvent cleaner. prevent overheating of the en-

Care
following care steps will ensure gine due to inadequate cooling.
the best-possible appearance: Plastic windscreens and For example, use a garden hose z
Remove road salt and corrosive headlight lenses with low water pressure.
deposits immediately at the end Remove dirt and insects with
of the journey with cold water. a soft sponge and generous ATTENTION
amounts of water.
Cleaning easily Bending of radiator fins
NOTICE Damage to radiator fins
damaged components Take care not to bend the radi-
Plastics Soften stubborn dirt and insects ator fins when cleaning.
by covering the affected areas
ATTENTION with a wet cloth. Rubber
Treat rubber components with
Use of unsuitable cleaning Chrome
agents water or BMW rubber-care
Carefully clean chrome sections products.
Damage to plastic surfaces with a generous amount of water
Do not use cleaning agents and motorcycle cleaner from the
that contain alcohol, solvents or care series BMW Motorrad Care
abrasives.
 For this, we recommend Laying up the
12 ATTENTION BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner motorcycle
Application of silicone sprays followed by BMW Motorrad gloss
254 polish for preservation. Cleaning the motorcycle.
to rubber seals
Damage to the rubber seals Contamination of the paint
Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank.
surface can be seen particularly
Do not use silicone sprays
clearly after a vehicle wash. Removing battery ( 228).
or care products that contain
These areas should be cleaned Spray the brake and clutch
Care

silicon.
immediately using benzine or lever pivots and the main and
z Care of paintwork spirit, applied with a clean cloth side stand pivots with a suit-
or cotton pad. BMW Motorrad able lubricant.
The long-term effects of mater- recommends that tar spots
ials that are damaging to paint be removed using BMW tar Preserve bright metal and
can be prevented by regular remover. The paint should then chrome-plated parts with an
vehicle washes, particularly if be preserved in these areas. acid-free grease (e.g. Vaseline).
your vehicle is ridden in areas
susceptible to high levels of air Vehicle preservation Stand the motorcycle in a dry
pollution or natural contamination, room in such a way that there
If water no longer rolls off the is no load on either wheel
for example tree resin or pollen.
paint, the paint must be pre- (preferably using the front-
Particularly aggressive materials,
served. wheel and rear-wheel stand
however, should be removed
For paint preservation, from BMW Motorrad).
immediately, otherwise changes
BMW Motorrad recommends
to or discolouration of the paint
the use of BMW Motorrad gloss
can result. These include, for
polish or agents containing
example, spilled fuel, oil, grease,
carnauba wax or synthetic wax.
brake fluid or bird excrement.
Restoring motorcycle
to use 12
Remove the protective wax 255
coating.
Cleaning the motorcycle.

Installing battery ( 228).

Care
Comply with checklist ( 167).
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Care

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Technical data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
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257
Screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262

Technical data
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
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Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
 Troubleshooting chart
13 The engine does not start:
258 Possible cause Rectification
Side stand extended and gear engaged Engage neutral or fold in the side stand.
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever.
Technical data

No fuel in tank Refuel.

Battery flat Charge battery when connected.
Overheating protection for starter motor has been Allow the starter motor to cool down for
activated. Starter motor can only be operated for approx. 1 minute before using it again.
a limited period of time.
The Bluetooth connection is not established.
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Possible cause Rectification
The steps required for pairing were not carried Check the necessary steps for pairing in the oper-
out. ating instructions for the communication system.
The communication system was not connected Switch off the helmet's communication system
automatically despite successful pairing. and reconnect it after a minute or two.
Too many Bluetooth devices are saved on the All pairing entries on the helmet are deleted (see
helmet. the communication system operating instructions).
There are other vehicles with Bluetooth-capable Avoid simultaneously pairing with more vehicles.
devices in the vicinity.
Bluetooth connection is interrupted.
Possible cause Rectification 13
259
The Bluetooth connection to the mobile end Switch off energy saving mode.
device is interrupted.
The Bluetooth connection to the helmet is inter- Switch off the helmet's communication system
rupted. and reconnect it after a minute or two.

Technical data
The volume in the helmet cannot be adjusted. Switch off the helmet's communication system
and reconnect it after a minute or two.
The telephone book is not displayed in the TFT display.
Possible cause Rectification
The phone book was not transmitted to the Confirm transmission of the phone data ( 149)
vehicle. when pairing the mobile device.
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Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display.
Possible cause Rectification
Navigation from the BMW Motorrad Connec- The BMW Motorrad Connected App is opened on
ted App was not transmitted. the connected mobile end device prior to depar-
ture.
The route guidance cannot be started. Secure the mobile device's data connection and
check the map data on the mobile end device.
 Screw connections
13 Front wheel Value Valid
260
Brake caliper to telescopic fork
M10 x 45 38 Nm
Clamp of quick-release axle
Technical data

M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws

six times in alternate sequence
19 Nm
Axle screw in quick-release
axle, front
M20 x 1.5 50 Nm
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Rear wheel Value Valid
Rear quick-release axle in
swinging arm
M24 x 1.5 100 Nm
mechanical
Mirror arm Value Valid
Mirror (lock nut) to clamping
13
piece 261
M10 x 1.25 Left-hand thread, 22 Nm
Adapter to clamping block
M10 x 14 - 4.8 25 Nm

Technical data
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 Fuel
13 Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (maximum 15% ethanol,
262 E15)
95 ROZ/RON
90 AKI
Fuel tank capacity approx. 15 l
Technical data

Reserve fuel approx. 3.5 l

Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity approx. 3.0 l, with filter change
Specification SAE 5W-40, API SJ / JASO MA2, Additives
z (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible
because they can attack coated components
of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends
BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil.
Oil additives BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil ad-
ditives, because they can have a detrimental ef-
fect on clutch operation. Do ask your authorised
BMW Motorrad Retailer for the engine oils suit-
able for your motorcycle.

BMW recommends
Engine
Location of engine number Top right of crankcase
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Engine type A24A08M0
Engine design Water-cooled 2-cylinder four-stroke engine with
four valves per cylinder operated via rocker arms,
two overhead camshafts and dry-sump lubrication

Technical data
Displacement 853 cm3
Cylinder bore 84 mm
Piston stroke 77 mm
Compression ratio 12.7:1
Nominal output 70 kW, at engine speed: 8250 min-1
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with power reduction to 35 kW OE 35 kW, at engine speed: 6500 min-1
Torque 92 Nm, at engine speed: 6250 min-1
with power reduction to 35 kW OE 63 Nm, at engine speed: 4500 min-1
Maximum engine speed max 9000 min-1
Idle speed 1250 min-1, Engine at regular operating tempera-
ture
Exhaust emissions standard Euro 4
 Clutch
13 Clutch type Multiplate oil-bath clutch (anti-hopping)
264
Transmission
Gearbox type Claw-shifted 6-speed manual gearbox integrated
in the engine housing
Technical data

Gearbox transmission ratios 1.821, Primary transmission ratio

1:2.833, 1st gear
1:2.067, 2nd gear
1:1.600, 3rd gear
1:1.308, 4th gear
1:1.103, 5th gear
z 1:0.968, 6th gear
Rear-wheel drive
Type of final drive Chain drive
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265
Type of rear suspension Double arm aluminium swinging arm
Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 17/44

Frame

Technical data
Frame type Bridge-type steel frame in shell construction
Type plate location Frame, front left at steering head
Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right by steering head

Chassis and suspension

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Front wheel
Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork
Spring travel, front 230 mm, at front wheel
with low-slung OE 210 mm, at front wheel
13 Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension Double arm aluminium swinging arm
266
Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable
rebound stage damping and spring preload
Spring travel at rear wheel 215 mm, at rear wheel
with low-slung OE 195 mm, at rear wheel
Technical data

Brakes
Front wheel
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 2-pis-
ton floating calipers and floating brake discs
z Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Brake disc thickness, front 4.5 mm, When new
min 4.0 mm, Wear limit
Play of brake controls (Front brake) 0.7...1.7 mm, measured on the piston
Rear wheel
Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 1-piston
13
floating caliper and fixed disc 267
Brake-pad material, rear Organic material
Brake disc thickness, rear 5.0 mm, When new
min 4.5 mm, Wear limit

Technical data
Blow-by clearance of the footbrake lever 1.9...2.1 mm, On the limit position for the foot-
brake lever on the footrest plate.

Wheels and tyres

Recommended tyre sets An overview of currently approved tyres is avail-
able from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer z
or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com.
Speed category, front/rear tyres V, required at least: 240 km/h
13 Front wheel
Front wheel type Cross-spoked wheel
268
Front wheel rim size 2.15" x 21" MTH2
Tyre designation, front 90/90-21
Load index, front tyre 54
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g
Technical data

Balance weight for front wheel (One half of the max 80 g

weights must be attached to the left and the
other half to the right of the wheel rim)
Rear wheel
Rear-wheel type Cross-spoked wheel
z Rear wheel rim size 4.25" x 17" MTH2
Tyre designation, rear 150/70 R 17
Load index, rear tyre 69
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 45 g
Balance weight for the rear wheel (One half of max 80 g
the weights must be attached to the left and the
other half to the right of the wheel rim)
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.2 bar, One-up, tyre cold
13
2.5 bar, Two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold 269
Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar, One-up, tyre cold
2.9 bar, Two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold

Electrical system

Technical data
Main fuse 40 A, Voltage regulator
Fuse box 10 A, Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system
(DWA), ignition lock, diagnostic socket, coil main
relay
7.5 A, Slot 2: multifunction switch left, tyre pres-
sure control (RDC) z
Fuses All circuits are protected electronically. If a circuit
has been switched off by the electronic fuse, the
circuit is once again active after having switched
on the ignition and as soon as the activating fault
has been eliminated.
Electrical rating of on-board sockets 5A
13 Battery
Battery type AGM battery (Absorbent Glass Mat)
270
Battery rated voltage 12 V
Battery rated capacity 10 Ah
Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8J-9E
Technical data

Light source
Bulb for high-beam headlight LED
Bulbs for the low-beam headlight LED
Bulb for parking light LED
z Bulb for tail light/brake light LED
Light source for the number plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
with LED flashing turn indicator OE LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
with LED flashing turn indicator OE LED
Dimensions
Length of motorcycle 2305 mm, through number plate carrier
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with low-slung OE 2295 mm, through number plate carrier
Height of motorcycle 1356 mm, Over windscreen, at DIN unladen
weight
with low-slung OE 1330 mm, Over windscreen, at DIN unladen

Technical data
weight
Width of motorcycle 922 mm, with mirrors
877 mm, without mounted parts
Front-seat height 860 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
with seat, low OE 835 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
with comfort seat OE 875 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight z
with low-slung OE 815 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1910 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
with seat, low OE 1870 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
with comfort seat OE 1950 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
with low-slung OE 1830 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight
 Weights
13 Vehicle kerb weight 229 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %
272 load of fuel, without optional extras (OE)
Permissible gross weight 445 kg
Maximum payload 216 kg
Technical data

Riding specifications
Top speed >200 km/h

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BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
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273
BMW Motorrad Service history . . . . 274
BMW Motorrad mobility
services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275

Service
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
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Maintenance confirmations . . . . . . . . 278
Service confirmations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
 BMW Motorrad Service specialist workshop, preferably BMW Motorrad Service
14 BMW Motorrad has an extensive
an authorised BMW Motorrad history
dealer.
274 network of dealerships in place Entries
to look after you and your motor- In order to help ensure that your Maintenance work that has been
cycle in more than 100 countries. BMW is always in optimum carried out is entered in the proof
Authorised BMW Motorrad Re- condition, BMW Motorrad of maintenance. The entries
tailers have the technical inform- recommends compliance with are like a Service Booklet and
Service

ation and the technical know- the maintenance intervals provide proof of regular mainten-
how to reliably carry out all main- specified for your motorcycle. ance.
tenance and repair work on your Have all maintenance and re- If an entry is made in the
z BMW. pair work that is carried out con- electronic service booklet of the
You can locate your nearest au- firmed in the "Service" chapter in vehicle, service-relevant data is
thorised BMW Motorrad Retailer this manual. For generous treat- saved in the central IT systems
by visiting our website: ment of claims submitted after of BMW AG, Munich.
bmw-motorrad.com the warranty period has expired, If there is a change in vehicle
evidence of regular maintenance owner, the data saved in the
WARNING
is essential. electronic service booklet can
Maintenance and repair work also be viewed by the new
not in compliance with cor- Your authorised BMW Motorrad vehicle owner. A BMW Motorrad
rect procedure Retailer can provide informa- Retailer or a specialist workshop
Risk of accident due to con- tion on BMW services and the can also view data that is stored
sequential damage work undertaken as part of each in the electronic service booklet.
BMW Motorrad recommends service.
having work of this nature car-
ried out on the vehicle by a
Objection Find out from your authorised For riders with a high mileage
The vehicle owner can object BMW Motorrad Retailer which it may be necessary to have 14
to entries being made by the mobility services are offered. a service before the specified
deadline. In this case, a corres- 275
BMW Motorrad Retailer or a spe-
cialist workshop in the electronic Maintenance work ponding maximum mileage is
service booklet along with the BMW pre-delivery check entered in the service confirm-
corresponding storage of data in ation. If this mileage is reached
Your authorised BMW Motorrad before the next service deadline,
the vehicle and transfer of data

Service
Retailer conducts the BMW pre- the service must be brought for-
to the vehicle manufacturer for
delivery check before handing ward.
the period of time that they are
over the vehicle to you.
the vehicle owner. In this in- z
stance, no entry is made in the The Service Interval Indicator
BMW Running-in Check in the display reminds you
electronic service booklet of the
The BMW running-in check must about one month or 1000 km
vehicle.
be carried out between 500 km in advance when the time for a
and 1200 km. service is approaching, on the
BMW Motorrad mobility
basis of the programmed values.
services BMW Service
If you have a new BMW motor- The BMW Service is carried out To find out more about service,
cycle, you are protected by vari- once a year. The scope of the go to:
ous of the BMW Motorrad mo- service depends on the age of bmw-motorrad.com/service
bility services in the event of a the vehicle and the mileage rid-
breakdown (e.g. BMW break- den. Your BMW Motorrad Re- The scope of maintenance work
down assistance, breakdown re- tailer will confirm the service that required for your vehicle can be
covery, vehicle transport). has been carried out for you and found in the following mainten-
will enter the deadline for the ance schedule:
next service.
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Service
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Maintenance schedule
1 BMW Running-in check 14
2 BMW Standard scope of 277
service
3 Engine-oil change, with
filter
4 Checking valve clearance

Service
5 Replace all spark plugs
6 Replace air filter insert
7 Check or replace air-filter
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8 Oil change in the tele-
scopic forks
9 Change brake fluid in the
entire system
a annually or every
10000 km (whichever
comes first)
b if used off-road, annu-
ally or every 10000 km
(whichever comes first)
c for the first time after one
year, then every two years
 Maintenance confirmations
14 BMW Service standard scope
278 The repair tasks in the BMW Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance
work applicable for your vehicle may vary.
Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system
Checking coolant level
Checking/adjusting clutch play
Service

Checking front brake pads and brake discs for wear

Checking the rear brake pads and brake disc for wear
z Check the brake fluid level, front and rear
Visual inspection of the brake lines, brake hoses and connections
Checking spoke tension, adjusting if necessary
Check the tyre pressures and tread depth
Checking and lubricating the chain drive
Checking ease of movement of side stand
Check the centre stand's ease of movement
Checking steering-head bearing
Check the lights and signalling equipment
Function test, engine start suppression
Final inspection and check of roadworthiness
Setting the service date and service for remaining distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system
Checking battery charge state
Confirm BMW service in on-board literature
BMW pre-delivery
check
BMW Running-in
Check
14
carried out carried out 279

at at
at km

Next service

Service
at the latest
at
or, when reached earlier z
at km

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

14
BMW Service Work performed
280
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Renewing all spark plugs

Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
z or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance)
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 14
BMW Service Work performed
281
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Renewing all spark plugs
Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance) z
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
14
BMW Service Work performed
282
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Renewing all spark plugs

Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
z or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance)
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 14
BMW Service Work performed
283
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Renewing all spark plugs
Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance) z
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
14
BMW Service Work performed
284
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Renewing all spark plugs

Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
z or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance)
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 14
BMW Service Work performed
285
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Renewing all spark plugs
Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance) z
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
14
BMW Service Work performed
286
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Renewing all spark plugs

Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
z or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance)
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 14
BMW Service Work performed
287
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Renewing all spark plugs
Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance) z
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
14
BMW Service Work performed
288
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Renewing all spark plugs

Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
z or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance)
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 14
BMW Service Work performed
289
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Renewing all spark plugs
Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance) z
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
14
BMW Service Work performed
290
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service

Next service Renewing all spark plugs

Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
z or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance)
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 14
BMW Service Work performed
291
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance

Service
Next service Renewing all spark plugs
Renewing air cleaner insert
at the latest
Checking or replacing air filter element
at
or, when reached earlier
(for maintenance) z
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system

Notes

Stamp, signature
 Service confirmations
14 The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur-
292 chased special promotions.
Work performed at km Date
Service

z
Work performed at km Date
14
293

Service
z
z
Service
294
14
Appendix
Certificate for electronic immobil-
15
iser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 295

Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . 298

Certificate for tyre pressure control
(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300

Appendix
Certificate for TFT instrument
cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
z
FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi-
Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly
Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party
ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance
(1) This device may not could void the user’s
cause harmful inter- authority to operate the
ference, and equipment.
(2) this device must accept
any interference
received, including
interference that may
cause undesired
operation.
To verify the authorization
of the ignition key, the
electronic immobilizer
exchanges information with
the ignition key via the ring
aerial.
Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification
la FCC contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été
annulaire. approuvée expressément
Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa-
présente dans le conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut
commutateur d'allumage des règles de la FCC. Son annuler l'autorisation
utilisation est soumise aux accordée à l'utilisateur pour
deux conditions suivantes : utiliser le dispositif.
(1) Le dispositif ne
doit pas produire
d'interférences
nuisibles, et
(2) le dispositif doit
pouvoir accepter toutes
les interférences
Pour vérifier l'autorisation extérieures, y compris
de la clé de contact, le celles qui pourraient
système d'immobilisation provoquer une
électronique échange des activation inopportune.
Certifications

BMW Keyless Ride ID Device Canada:

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

USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
USA, Canada
Any changes or modifications not expressly
Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device approved by the party responsible for
FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 compliance could void the user’s authority to
IC: 4008C-HUF5750 operate the equipment.
Declaration Of Conformity
We declare under our responsibility that the product
BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750)
camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant
provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards:
1. Health and safety requirements contained in article 3 (1) a)
• EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011; Information technology equipment- Safety
2. Protection requirements with respect to electromagnetic compatibility article 3 (1) b)
• EN 301 489-1 (V1 .9.2, 09/2011 ), Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services;
Part 1: Common technical requirements
• EN 301 489-3 (V1.4.1, 08/2002) Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 3: Specific conditions for short
range devices (SRD) operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and 40 GHz
3. Means of the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum article 3 (2)
• EN 300 220-1 & -2 (V2.4.1, 05/2012), electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); Short
range devices (SRD); Radio equipment tobe used in the 25 MHz to 1000 MHz frequency range with power Ieveis
ranging up to 500 mW;
Part 1: Technical characteristics and test methods.
Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 ofthe R&TIE directive
The product is Iabeted wilh the CE marking:

Velbert, October 15th, 2013

Benjamin A. Müller
Product Development Systems
Car Access and Immobilization – Electronics
Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG
Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert
Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC)

FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4

IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
RSS standard(s). radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
Operation is subject to the following two
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
interference, and et
(2) This device must accept any interference (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
received, including interference that may brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
cause undesired operation. brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term “IC:” before the radio
certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Declaration of Conformity Turkey
Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH, ICC6.5in
Radio equipment TFT instrument cluster tipi telsiz sisteminin 2014/53/EU
nolu yönetmeliğe uygun olduğunu beyan eder.
For all Countries without EU AB Uygunluk Beyanı'nın tam metni, aşağıdaki
internet adresinden görülebilir: http://cert.bosch-
carmultimedia.net
Technical information
BT operating frq. Range: 2402 – 2480 MHz
Brazil
BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE)
BT output power: < 4 dBm Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário,
WLAN operating frq. Range: 2412 – 2462 MHz isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra
WLAN standards: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do
WLAN output power: < 20 dBm mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a
sistemas operando em caráter primário.
Manufacturer and Address
Manufacturer:
Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH
Adress: Robert Bosch Str. 200,
31139 Hildesheim, GERMANY
Canada Mexico
This device complies with Industry Canada’s La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las
licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC siguientes dos condiciones:
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no
conditions: cause interferencia perjudicial y
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar
(2) this device must accept any interference, cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda
including interference that may cause undesired causar su operación no deseada.
operation of the device.
Taiwan, Republic of
Changes or modifications not expressly approved 根據 NCC 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 規定:
by the party responsible for compliance could 第十二條
void the user's authority to operate the 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公
equipment. 司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率
或變更原設計之特性及功能。
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio 第十四條
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合
aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne 法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil 善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, 前項合法通信，
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en 指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
compromettre le fonctionnement. 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫
療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
Thailand Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
เครื่ องโทรคมนาคมและอุปกรณ์น้ ี d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée
มีความสอดคล้องตามข้อกําหนดของ กทช. aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne
(This telecommunication equipments is in doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil
compliance with NTC requirements) doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
United States (USA) compromettre le fonctionnement.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s
licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
 A ASC Brake fluid
16 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Control, 23 Checking fluid level, front, 204
ABS Engineering details, 188 Checking fluid level, rear, 205
304 Control, 23 operate, 111 Reservoir, front, 21
Engineering details, 184 Reading, 48, 80 Reservoir, rear, 21
operate, 109 Self-diagnosis, 170 Brake pads
Self-diagnosis, 169 Average values Checking front, 203
Status indicators, 47, 78 checking rear, 203
Index

reset, 102
Accessories Running in, 171
z General instructions, 236 B Brakes
Actuality, 8 Battery ABS Pro in detail, 186
Alarm Charging a disconnected ABS Pro depending on riding
triggering, 154 battery, 228 mode, 175
Alarm function Charging battery when Adjusting brake lever, 160
deactivating, 155 connected, 227 Checking function, 202
Ambient temperature Indicator light for vehicle
Outside temperature Safety instructions, 174
voltage, 40, 69, 70
warning, 39, 68 Technical data, 266
install, 228
Reading, 39, 68 Maintenance instructions, 226 C
Anti-theft alarm, 151 remove, 228 Care
Indicator light, 27 Technical data, 270 Chrome, 253
Warning, 43, 71 Bluetooth, 140 Paintwork preservation, 254
Pairing, 140 Cases, 237
Chain Coolant Diagnostic connector
Adjusting sag, 232 Checking fill level, 207 Loosen, 231 16
Checking sag, 232 Fill-level indicator, 21 Position on the vehicle, 22
305
Checking wear, 233 Indicator light for excess secure, 231
Lubricating, 232 temperature, 41, 72 Dimensions
Check control Topping up, 208 Technical data, 271
Dialogue box, 58 Cruise-control system DTC
Reading, 58 operate, 123 Engineering details, 188

Index
Checklist, 167 Indicator and warning light , 48,
Clock D 81 z
Adjusting, 103, 105, 139 Damping operate, 112
Control, 26 Adjuster, 19 Self-diagnosis, 170
Clutch Date switching off, 112
Adjusting play, 207 Adjusting, 105 switching on, 113
Adjusting the clutch lever, 159 Daytime riding lights
Checking function, 206 Automatic daytime riding E
light, 99 Electrics
Checking play, 206
Manual daytime riding light, 98 Technical data, 269
Technical data, 264 Emergency call
Coding plug Deactivating
Alarm function, 155 Automatically in the event of a
install, 119 light fall, 95
Position on the vehicle, 22 motion sensor, 153
Default settings, 156 Automatically in the event of a
D­ESA severe fall, 97
Control, 23 Information, 12
operate, 114 Language, 94
manual, 94
 operate, 94 Front-wheel stand Right side of vehicle, 21
16 Reading, 51 Installing, 199 SETUP, 103
Emergency off switch (kill switch) Fuel TFT display, 55, 57
306 Fuel grade, 177
Control, 25 Underneath the seat, 22
operate, 93 Fuel reserve, 50
Emissions warning light, 41, 72 Refuelling, 177 H
refuelling with Keyless Hazard warning flashers
Engine
Ride, 178, 179 Control, 23
Index

Emissions warning light, 41, 72

Technical data, 262 operate, 100
Indicator light for engine
z control, 73 Fuel reserve Headlight
Range, 138 Adjusting headlight beam
Indicator light for engine
Warning, 50, 82 throw, 159
electronics, 42, 73
Fuses Headlight beam throw, 158
starting, 167
Position on the vehicle, 22 Right- or left-hand traffic, 158
Technical data, 263
Replacing, 229 Headlight courtesy delay
Engine oil
feature, 97
Checking fill level, 200 G
Heated handlebar grips
Oil dipstick, 19 General views
Indicator and warning lights, 30, Control, 25
Oil filler opening, 19
54 operate, 126
Technical data, 262
Instrument panel, 26, 27 Horn, 23
Topping up, 202
Equipment, 7 Left multifunction switch, 23
I
Left side of vehicle, 19
Ignition
F Multifunction display, 32
switching off, 88
Frame Multifunction switch, right, 25
Technical data, 265 switching on, 87
My Vehicle, 143
Immobiliser Switching on ignition, 90 Headlight courtesy delay
Emergency key, 91 Warning, 40, 68, 69 feature, 97 16
Reserve key, 88 Keys, 87, 89 Headlight flasher, operating, 97
307
Warning, 39 High-beam headlight,
Instrument panel L operating, 97
Adjusting the brightness of the Lighting Low-beam headlight, 97
backlighting, 106 Replacing the additional Manual daytime riding light, 98
Adjusting the units, 106 headlight, 224

Index
Parking lights, operating, 98
Ambient-light brightness Replacing the LED for low-
Side light, 97
sensor, 27 beam headlight and high z
Lowered suspension
Overview, 26, 27 beam, 221
Restrictions, 164
Photosensor, 26 Replacing the LED for side
Luggage
light, 221
Instructions for loading, 164
J Replacing the licence plate
Jump-starting, 225 bulb, 223 M
Replacing the light source for Maintenance
K brake and tail light, 221 General instructions, 198
Keyless Ride Technical data, 270 Maintenance schedule, 277
Battery of the radio-operated
Turn indicators, 221 Maintenance confirmations, 278
key is flat or the key has been
Warning for defective bulb, 42, Maintenance intervals, 275
lost, 91
70 Media
Electronic immobiliser EWS, 91 Lights operate, 148
Fuel filler cap, unlocking, 178, Automatic daytime riding Menu
179 light, 99 Call up, 134
Lock the handlebars, 89
Control, 23
Switching off ignition, 90
 Mirrors O Power socket
16 Adjusting, 158 Odometer and tripmeters
Control, 26
Notes on use, 236
Mobility services, 275 Position on the vehicle, 19
308 Resetting trip distance
Motion sensor Pre-Ride-Check, 168
deactivating, 153 recorder, 102 Pure Ride
Motorcycle Off-road mode Overview, 55
care, 251 Adjusting, 117
cleaning, 251 Engineering details, 190 R
Index

Off-roading, 173 RDC

Lashing, 180 Engineering details, 192
z Laying up, 254 On-board computer
Warnings, 44, 75
parking, 176 in the multifunction
display, 101 Rear-wheel drive
Multifunction display, 26 Technical data, 265
Adjusting the display, 106 in the TFT display, 108
Redline warning
operate, 101, 102 On-board voltage Warning light, 26
Overview, 32 Warning, 40, 69, 70
Refuelling, 177
Quitting SETUP, 104 Operating focus Fuel grade, 177
Select display, 101 change, 135
with Keyless Ride, 178, 179
SETUP, 103 P Remote control
Multifunction switch Pairing, 140 Replacing battery, 92
General view, left side, 23 Rev. counter, 26, 27
Parking, 176
General view, right side, 25 Rev. counter, 137
Parking light, 98
Rider info status line
N Phone
Adjusting, 136
Navigation operate, 148
operate, 146
Rider's Manual Service, 274 Steering lock
Position on the vehicle, 22 Service history, 274 Locking, 87 16
Stowage, 128 Service-due indicator, 50, 83
T 309
Riding mode, 117 SETUP
Setting PRO riding mode, 120 Quit, 104 Technical data
Battery, 270
Setting riding mode PRO with reset, 108
Connectivity, 122 Brakes, 266
select, 103
Chassis and suspension, 265
Riding specifications Shift assistant

Index
Technical data, 272 Engineering details, 194 Clutch, 264
Dimensions, 271
Riding time Gear not trained, 82 z
Resetting, 103 Riding, 172 Electrical system, 269
Running gear Shifting gear Engine, 263
Technical data, 265 Recommendation to Engine oil, 262
Running in, 171 upshift, 52, 138 Frame, 265
Spark plugs Fuel, 262
S Technical data, 270 General instructions, 7
Safety instructions Speed Limit Info Light source, 270
for brakes, 174 Switching on or off, 137 Rear-wheel drive, 265
for riding, 164 Speedometer, 26, 27 Riding specifications, 272
Seat Spring preload Spark plugs, 270
install, 127 Adjusting, 160 Standards, 7
Lock, 19 Adjusting element, 21 Transmission, 264
remove, 127 Starting, 167 Weights, 272
Control, 25 Wheels and tyres, 267
 Telltale lights, 27 Turn indicators W
16 Overview, 30, 54 Control, 23 Warning lights, 27
Overview, 30, 54
TFT display, 27 operate, 101
310 Warnings
Control, 23 Type plate
operate, 134, 135, 136 Position on the vehicle, 21 ABS, 47, 78
Overview, 55, 57 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Anti-theft alarm, 43, 71
Select display, 131 Reading, 43, 74 ASC, 48, 80
Tyres Bulb faulty, 42, 70
Index

Threaded fasteners, 260

Toolkit Checking inflation Coolant temperature, 41, 72
z Position on the vehicle, 22 pressure, 209 DTC, 48, 81
Topcase Checking tread depth, 209, Emissions warning light, 41, 72
operate, 240 210 Engine control unit, 73
Torques, 260 Pressures, 269 Engine electronics, 42, 73
Traction control Recommendation, 210 EWS, 39
ASC, 186, 188 Running in, 172 Fuel reserve, 50, 82
DTC, 188 Technical data, 267 Gear not trained, 82
Transmission Top speed, 165 Mode of presentation, 33, 58
Technical data, 264 My Vehicle, 143
Trim panels V
Value On-board voltage, 40, 69, 70
Install the tank cover, 224
Reading, 58 Outside temperature
Removing the tank cover, 224 warning, 39, 68
Vehicle
Trip meter RDC, 44, 75
restoring to use, 255
reset, 102
Vehicle Identification Number Warnings, overview, 34, 61
Troubleshooting chart, 258 Position on the vehicle, 21
Weights
Payload table, 22 16
Technical data, 272
311
Wheels
Change of size, 210
Checking rims, 209
Checking spokes, 210

Index
Installing the front wheel, 213
Installing the rear wheel, 218
Removing front wheel, 211 z
Removing rear wheel, 217
Technical data, 267
16
312

Index

z
Details described or illustrated Original rider’s manual, printed in
in this booklet may differ from Germany.
the vehicle's actual specification
as purchased, the accessories
fitted or the national-market spe-
cification. No claims will be en-
tertained as a result of such dis-
crepancies.
Dimensions, weights, fuel con-
sumption and performance data
are quoted to the customary tol-
erances.
The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions excepted.

© 2018 Bayerische Motoren

Werke Aktiengesellschaft
80788 Munich, Germany
Not to be reproduced by any
means whatsoever, wholly or
in part, without the written per-
mission of BMW Motorrad, After
Sales.
Important data for refuelling:

Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Super unleaded (maximum 15% ethanol, E15)
95 ROZ/RON
90 AKI

Fuel tank capacity approx. 15 l

Reserve fuel approx. 3.5 l
Tyre pressure
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

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