BMW Motorrad

Rider's Manual (US Model)

K 1600 B
Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle Data Retailer Data

Model Contact in Service

Vehicle identification number Ms./Mr.

Color number Phone number

Initial registration

License plate Retailer's address/phone number (com-

pany stamp)
Welcome to BMW Documentation confirming per-
formance of scheduled mainte-
Congratulations on choosing a nance is a precondition for gen-
motorcycle from BMW Motorrad erous handling of out-of-warranty
and welcome to the community claims and goodwill warranty
of BMW motorcycle owners and treatment.
riders. Familiarize yourself with Should you want to sell your
your new motorcycle so that you BMW one day, please also re-
can ride it safely and confidently member to turn over the Ride's
in all highway traffic situations. Manual to the new owner. it is
an important part of your motor-
About this Rider's Manual cycle.
Please read this Rider's Manual
carefully before starting to use Suggestions and complaints
your new BMW. It contains im- If you have any questions con-
portant information on how to cerning your motorcycle, your au-
operate the controls and how to thorized BMW Motorrad retailer
get the most benefit from your is always happy to provide advice
BMW's advanced technical fea- and assistance.
tures.
In addition, it contains information We wish you many miles of safe
on maintenance and care to help and enjoyable riding on your
you maintain your motorcycle's BMW
reliability and safety, as well as its
value. BMW Motorrad.
01 40 9 467 307

*01409467307*
*01409467307*
*01409467307*
Table of Contents
3 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Dynamic Traction Control
1 General instructions . . . . 5 Indicator and warning (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Electronic chassis and
Abbreviations and Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . 25 suspension adjustment (D-
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 27 ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . 74
Notice concerning current sta- Steering and ignition Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Central locking system . . . . . . 77
Additional sources of informa- Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Handle heat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ignition with Key- Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Certificates and operating per- less Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
mits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Emergency on/off switch (kill Storage compartments . . . . . . 84
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 5 Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Reverser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
General view, left side . . . . . . . 15 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
General view, right side . . . . . 17 Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 60 Wind deflection wing . . . . . . . . 89
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 18 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 19 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 62 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Multifunction switch, On-board computer . . . . . . . . . 66 6 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Trip recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Anti-theft alarm system Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . 94
(DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Always before riding off . . . . . 94
At every third refueling 8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 119 10 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 General instructions . . . . . . . 120 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Washing your motorcy-
Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 120 cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Cleaning sensitive motorcy-
Parking your motorcy- Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Protective wax coating . . . . 160
Securing motorcycle for Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Store motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 160
transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Return motorcycle to
7 Technology in de- Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 11 Technical data . . . . . . 161
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 162
Antilock Braking System Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 163
(ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Dynamic Traction Control Diagnostic connector . . . . . . 146 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
(DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Electronic chassis and General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
suspension adjustment (D- Onboard power outlets . . . . 150 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 167
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Navigation device . . . . . . . . . 152 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Tire pressure control Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
(TPC/RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 169
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . 117 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 171
Anti-theft alarm system . . . 173 Certificate for Tire Pressure
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 14 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Performance data . . . . . . . . . 175
12 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Reporting safety
defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
BMW Motorrad Service . . . 179
BMW Motorrad Service
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Maintenance proce-
dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Maintenance schedule . . . . 183
Maintenance confirma-
tions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Service confirmations . . . . . 198
13 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Certificate for Electronic
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Certificate for Remote
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Certificate for Key-
less Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1
5
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General instructions
Notice concerning current status . . . . 7
Additional sources of information . . . . 8
Certificates and operating permits . . . 8
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

z
 Overview WARNING Hazard with Result of an activity.
1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Man-
moderate risk. Failure to
Reference to a page with
avoid this hazard can result in
6 ual will provide you with an ini- more detailed informa-
death or serious injury.
tial overview of your motorcycle. tion.
All maintenance and repair work DANGER Hazard with high
carried out on your motorcycle risk. Failure to avoid this Indicates the end of ac-
will be documented in Chapter hazard results in death or serious cessory or equipment-
injury.
General instructions

12. Documentation confirm- dependent information.

ing performance of scheduled ATTENTION Special in-
maintenance is a precondition structions and precaution- Tightening torque.
for generous handling of out-of- ary measures. Non-compliance
warranty claims and goodwill war- can cause damage to the vehi-
ranty treatment. cle or accessories and warranty Technical data.
When the time comes to sell claims may be denied as a result.
your BMW, please remember
NOTICE Special informa- ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.
to hand over this Rider's Manual;
tion on operating and in-
it is an important part of the mo-
z torcycle.
specting your motorcycle as well D- Electronic chassis and
as maintenance and adjustment ESA suspension adjustment.
procedures.
Abbreviations and DTC Dynamic Traction Con-
Indicates the end of an
symbols trol.
item of information.
CAUTION Hazard with
DWA Anti-theft alarm.
low risk. Failure to avoid Instruction.
this hazard can result in minor or EWS Electronic immobilizer.
moderate injury.
NV National-market version. accessories (OA). This explains measuring procedures. Detailed

OE Optional extra.
why the manual may also contain values can be obtained from the 1
descriptions of equipment which registration documents and the
BMW Motorrad optional you have not ordered. Please signs on the vehicle or from your 7
extras are already com- note, too, that your motorcycle authorized BMW Motorrad re-
pletely installed during might not be exactly as illustrated tailer or other qualified service
motorcycle production. in this manual on account of partner or specialist workshop.
country-specific differences. The information on the vehicle

General instructions
OA Optional accessory. If your motorcycle features documents always takes prece-
BMW Motorrad op- equipment that is not described dence over the information in this
tional accessories can here, you can find these features Rider's Manual.
be purchased and in- described in a separate manual.
stalled at your autho- Notice concerning
rized BMW Motorrad Technical Data current status
retailer.
All dimensions, weights and per- The high safety and quality stan-
TPC Tire Pressure Control formance data contained this dards of BMW motorcycles are
(TPC). Rider's Manual refer to the Ger- maintained by consistent, on-
man DIN standards and comply going development efforts em-
z
Equipment with their tolerance specifications. bracing their design, equipment
The technical data and speci- and accessories. For this reason,
When you ordered your fications in this Rider's Manual some aspects of your motorcycle
BMW motorcycle, you chose serve as points of reference. The may vary from the descriptions
various custom equipment items. vehicle-specific data may vary, in these operating instructions.
This Rider's Manual describes for instance due to the selected In addition, BMW Motorrad can-
optional equipment (OE) offered optional equipment, national-mar- not guarantee the total absence
by BMW and selected optional ket version or country-specific of errors. We hope you will ap-
 preciate that no claims can be Certificates and from the vehicle manufacturer,
1 recognized based on the data, il-
operating permits such as in the form of a separate
lustrations or descriptions in this booklet.
8 manual. The certificates for the vehicle
and the official operating per- Personal references
Additional sources of mits for possible accessories Every vehicle is marked with a
are available at www.bmw- unique vehicle identification num-
information
motorrad.com/certification. ber. Depending on the country,
General instructions

BMW Motorrad retailers

the vehicle owner can be iden-
Your BMW Motorrad retailer is Data memory tified using the vehicle identifi-
always happy to answer any of General cation number and registration
your questions. number and the help of the rele-
Electronic control units are in-
stalled in the vehicle. Electronic vant authorities. There are also
Internet
control units process data re- other ways to trace data ob-
The Rider's Manual for your tained from the vehicle back to
ceived from vehicle sensors,
vehicle, the operating and the driver or vehicle owner, such
self-generated data or data ex-
installation instructions for as via the used ConnectedDrive
changed between control units,
z optional accessories and general Account.
for example. Some control units
BMW Motorrad information
are required for safe vehicle op-
related to the technology or Data privacy laws
eration or provide driving assis-
other features are available at In accordance with applicable
tance, such as driver assistance
www.bmw-motorrad.com/ data privacy laws, vehicle users
systems. Control units also make
service. have certain rights over the ve-
comfort and infotainment func-
tions possible. hicle manufacturer or company
Information about the stored or that collects or processes per-
exchanged data can be obtained sonal data.
Vehicle users have the right to vacy policy notices. The privacy within the scope required is on a
obtain comprehensive information policy notices contain information case-by-case basis, for instance 1
without charge from the locations on the right to delete or correct to clarify a criminal offense.
that store the vehicle user's per- data. The vehicle manufacturer Government agencies are autho- 9
sonal data. also provides the manufacturer rized by the law applicable in this
These locations may be: contact information and the con- context to read out the data from
The vehicle manufacturer tact information of the data secu- the vehicle themselves in individ-
Qualified service partners rity officer. ual cases.

General instructions
Specialist workshops The vehicle owner can have a
Service providers BMW Motorrad retailer or other Operating data in the vehicle
qualified service partner or spe- Control units process data so
Vehicle users may request in- cialist workshop read out the that the vehicle can run.
formation about the type of per- data stored in the vehicle for a Examples of these include:
sonal data that is stored, the pur- fee if required. Status messages from the ve-
pose for which the data will be The vehicle data is read out via hicle and its individual com-
used and the source of the data. the power socket required by law ponents, such as wheel RPM,
This information can only be ob- for on-board diagnosis (OBD) in wheel speed and deceleration
tained by a registered owner or a the vehicle. Environmental conditions, such z
person with written proof autho- as temperature
rizing use of the vehicle. Legal requirements for the
The right to information also in- disclosure of data The data is processed only in the
cludes information related to data The vehicle manufacture is re- vehicle itself and is usually tem-
transmitted to other companies quired by the law applicable in porary. The data is not stored
or locations. this context to provide authori- beyond the period in which the
The vehicle manufacturer's web- ties with the data stored by the vehicle is operating.
site contains the appropriate pri- manufacturer. Providing this data
 Electronic components such as addition, it is used by the vehicle The data is collected, processed
1 control units contain components manufacturer to detect and elim- and used by the respective
for storing technical information. inate malfunctions as well as to service network locations. The
10 This may be information about optimize vehicle functions. data documents the vehicle's
the vehicle's condition, compo- The majority of this data is tem- technical states and helps with
nent load, events or faults stored porary and is processed only fault finding, compliance with
temporarily or permanently. within the vehicle itself. Only a warranty obligations and quality
This information generally doc- small amount of event-driven improvements.
General instructions

uments the condition of a com- data is stored in the event data The manufacturer also has prod-
ponent, module, system or the recorder and fault memory. uct monitoring obligations arising
surrounding area; for example: When a vehicle is serviced, from product liability law. The
Operating conditions of system such as for repairs, servicing vehicle manufacturer requires
components, such as fill levels processes, warranty cases and technical data from the vehicle in
and tire pressure quality assurance measures, this order to fulfill these obligations.
Malfunctions and faults in key technical information can be read The data from the vehicle can
system components, such as out from the vehicle together also be used to verify customer
lights and brakes with the vehicle identification warranty and guarantee claims.
z Vehicle responses in specific number. The fault memory and event data
driving situations, such as acti- The information can be read out recorder in the vehicle can be
vation of dynamic driving sys- by a BMW Motorrad retailer or reset by a BMW Motorrad retailer
tems other qualified service partner or or other qualified service partner
Information about events caus- specialist workshop. The power or specialist workshop as part of
ing damage to the vehicle socket required by law for on- repair work or servicing.
board diagnosis (OBD) in the ve-
The data is necessary for pro- hicle is used to read out the data.
viding control unit functions. In
Data input and data transfer Data about the use of inter- mation is transmitted to the mo-
in the vehicle net services. This data can be bile end device. This includes for 1
General stored locally in the vehicle or instance position data and other
is on a device connected to the general vehicle data, depending 11
Depending on the equipment,
comfort settings and individual- vehicle, such as a smartphone, on the type of integration, and
ized settings in the vehicle can USB stick or MP3 player. If makes it possible to optimize
be saved and changed or reset this data is saved in the vehi- the use of selected apps, such
at any time. cle, it can be deleted at any as those for navigation or music

General instructions
Examples of these include: time. playback.
Windshield position settings The way the data is processed
This data is transmitted to third further is determined by the
Chassis and suspension adjust- parties only upon personal re-
ment settings provider of the particular app
quest as part of the use of online used. The range of possible
It is possible to introduce data services. The data transmitted settings depends on the
into the vehicle entertainment depends on the selected settings particular app and the operating
and communication system via a when using the services. system of the mobile end device.
smartphone, for instance. Integrating mobile end de-
Depending on the individual vices Services z
equipment, this includes: Depending on the equipment, General
Multimedia data, such as music mobile end devices connected If the vehicle has a mobile phone
for playback to the vehicle, such as smart- connection, this connection
phones, are controlled using the makes it possible to exchange
Address book data for use in
vehicle's controls. data between the vehicle and
conjunction with a communi-
cation system or integrated This enables audio and visual other systems. The mobile
navigation system output from mobile end devices phone connection is made
through the multimedia system. possible through the vehicle's
Entered navigation destinations
At the same time, certain infor-
 transmitter and receiver or via Any collection, processing and
1 personally integrated mobile end use of personal data that goes
devices such as smartphones. beyond the provision of services
12 Online functions, as they are take place only as permitted by
called, are used over this mobile law, on the basis of a contractual
phone connection. These agreement or as a result of con-
include online services and sent. It is also possible to have
apps provided by the vehicle the entire data connection acti-
General instructions

manufacturer or other providers. vated or deactivated. This is not

Vehicle manufacturer ser- the case for legally prescribed
vices functions.
In the case of the vehicle man- Services of other providers
ufacturer's online services, the When using the online services
particular functions are described of other providers, these services
at the appropriate location, such are subject to the responsibil-
as in the Rider's Manual or on ity and the data protection and
manufacturer's website. The rel- usage conditions of the respec-
z evant legal information on data tive provider. The vehicle manu-
privacy is also provided there. facturer has no control over the
Personal data may be used in content exchanged via these ser-
order to provide online services. vices. Information about the type,
The data is exchanged over a scope and purpose of collecting
secure connection, i.e. with the and using personal data as part
vehicle manufacturer's IT sys- of third-party services can be ob-
tems which are intended for this tained from the particular service
purpose. provider.
Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2
13
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Overviews
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

z
z
14
2

Overviews
General view, left side
1 Fuel filler opening 2
( 101) 15
2 Operating panel for the
audio system (see separate
operating instructions)
3 Seat lock ( 83)

Overviews
4 Passenger seat heating
rocker switch ( 82)
5 Load capacity table
Tire inflation pressure table
6 Storage compartment z
( 84)
7 Wind deflection wing
( 89)
z
16
2

Overviews
General view, right side
1 Storage compartment 2
( 84) 17
2 Power socket ( 150)
3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
( 125)
4 Coolant level indicator (be-

Overviews
hind side panel) ( 127)
5 Type plate (on the front
suspension)
6 Wind deflection wing
( 89) z
7 Engine number (above the
engine oil filler opening)
Vehicle identification num-
ber (above the engine oil
filler opening on the rear
main frame side section)
8 Engine oil filler opening
and oil dipstick ( 122)
9 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear
( 126)
 Underneath the seat
2 1 Rider's Manual (US Model)
18 2 Fuses ( 145)
3 Battery ( 142)
4 Standard tool kit ( 120)
5 Data link connector
( 146)
Overviews

z
Multifunction switch,
left 2
1 High beam and headlight 19
flasher ( 58)
2 Cruise control ( 74)
3 Hazard warning lights sys-
tem ( 60)

Overviews
4 with reverser OE
Reverser ( 57).
5 with additional head-
light OE
Additional headlight z
( 59).
6 Windshield ( 88)
7 Turn indicators ( 61)
8 Horn
9 Multi-Controller and MENU
button
Multifunction display
( 62)
Audio system (see corre-
sponding rider's manual)
DTC ( 72)
D-ESA ( 72)
 10 Selecting the Favorite
2 menu ( 65).
20

Overviews

z
Multifunction switch,
right 2
1 with central locking sys- 21
tem OE
Central locking system
( 77).
2 Select riding mode ( 73)

Overviews
3 Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch) ( 56)
4 Starting engine ( 94)

z
 Instrument cluster
2 1 Speedometer
22 2 Release for navigation bay
3 Indicator and warning lights
( 24)
4 with audio system US
version with navigation
Overviews

preparation OE
with navigation system OA
Navigation device
( 152).
z 5 Photosensor (for adjusting
brightness of instrument
lighting)
6 Tachometer
7 Multifunction display
( 27)

NOTICE
The brightness of the indicator
and warning lights, the display
and the instrument needle and
gage lighting is adapted automat-
ically to suit ambient brightness.
Displays
Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . 24
3
23
Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Displays
z
 Indicator and warning
3 lights
24 1 ABS ( 44)
2 DTC ( 44)
3 Turn indicator, left
4 Fuel reserve ( 46)
5 High beam
Displays

6 Turn indicator, right

7 Anti-theft alarm system
( 68)
z 8 Additional headlight
( 59)
9 Cruise control ( 74)
10 General warning light, in
conjunction with warn-
ing symbols on display
( 28)
Meaning of symbols Average speed since last Vehicle voltage
reset ( 66) 3
25
Ambient temperature Oil level ( 37)
( 35)

with tire pressure monitor

Displays
(TPM) OE
Tire pressures ( 38)

Meaning of the symbols at posi- z

tion 1:
Stopwatch ( 67)
Average fuel consumption
since last reset ( 66)
Travel times ( 67)
2 Passenger seat heating turned
Current fuel consumption on
3 Heated grips turned on
Date (display mode de- 4 Rider's seat heating turned on
Range with fuel quantity pends on the time format
now on board ( 45) selected) ( 65)
3
26

Displays

5 Damping
6 Vehicle load
z
Multifunction display
1 Riding mode ( 73) 3
2 Using Hill Start Control Pro 27
( 76).
3 Coolant temperature
4 Warning lights ( 28)
5 Menu panel ( 62)

Displays
Area for messages relating
to the audio system
6 Onboard computer ( 66)
with tire pressure moni- z
tor (TPM) OE
TPM readings
7 Seat heating ( 82)
Heated handlebar grips
( 81)
D-ESA settings ( 72)
8 Trip distance ( 67)
9 Total distance covered
10 Clock ( 65)
11 Fuel level
12 Gear indicator
 Warning lights Up to four warning symbols can
3 Display
be displayed at any given time.
The universal warning lamp lights
28 Warnings are displayed with the up for the most urgent warning.
corresponding warning lamps. The possible warnings are listed
Displays on the following pages.

Warnings for which there is no

dedicated warning light are indi-
cated by 'General' warning light 1
showing in combination with a
warning symbol such as, for ex-
ample, 2 appearing in the mul-
tifunction display. The universal
warning lamp shows red or yel-
low, depending on the urgency of
the warning.
Overview of warning indicators 3
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning 29
lights
The ice crystal Outside temperature warning ( 35)
symbol is displayed.

Displays
The general warn- The key symbol is Electronic immobilizer is active ( 35)
ing light lights up displayed.
yellow.
The "remote key Radio-operated key outside reception z
outside reception range ( 35)
area" symbol is dis-
played.
The battery symbol Replace battery of radio-operated key
is displayed. ( 36)

The general warn- The temperature Coolant temperature too high ( 36)
ing light lights up display is shown in
red. red.
The general warn- The engine sym- Engine fault ( 36)
ing light lights up bol appears on the
yellow. display.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
30 The general warn- The engine sym- Severe engine fault ( 37)
ing lamp flashes bol appears on the
yellow. display.
The oil can symbol Engine-oil level too low ( 38)
is displayed.
Displays

The general warn- The tire symbol Tire inflation pressure is outside ap-
ing light flashes is displayed. The proved range ( 38)
z red. critical tire pressure
is displayed in red.
The general warn- The tire symbol Sensor defective or system fault ( 39)
ing light lights up and "­­" or
yellow. "­­ ­­" are
displayed.
The tire symbol Transmission fault ( 39)
and "­­" or
"­­ ­­" are
displayed.
The general warn- The TPM battery Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensor
ing light lights up symbol appears on weak ( 40)
yellow. the display.
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
The general warn- Headlamp with Light direction of the low-beam headlight 31
ing light lights up question mark not known ( 40)
red. appears on the
display.
The general warn- Headlamp with Beam-throw adjustment of the low-beam

Displays
ing lamp flashes zero appears on headlight restricted ( 41)
yellow. the display.
Headlamp with Headlight aiming changed ( 41)
Left/Right appears z
on the display.
The general warn- Bulb symbol with Rear light failure ( 41)
ing light lights up arrow pointing to
yellow. the rear appears on
the display.
The general warn- Bulb symbol with Front light failure ( 41)
ing light lights up arrow pointing to
yellow. the front appears
on the display.
The general warn- Bulb symbol with Light failure ( 42)
ing light lights up two arrows appears
yellow. on the display.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
32 The split battery Onboard system voltage low ( 42)
symbol appears on
the display.
The general warn- The split battery Onboard system voltage critical ( 42)
ing light lights up symbol appears on
Displays

yellow. the display.

The general warn- The battery symbol Battery charge current insufficient
ing light lights up is displayed. ( 42)
z red.
The anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm battery low charge
system battery ( 43)
symbol appears
on the display.
The general warn- The anti-theft alarm Anti-theft alarm battery drained ( 43)
ing light lights up system battery
yellow. symbol appears
on the display.
The locked sym- Central locking locked ( 44)
bol appears on the
display.
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
lights 3
The ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed 33
and warning light ( 44)
flashes.
The ABS indicator ABS error ( 44)
and warning light

Displays
light up.
The DTC indicator DTC intervention ( 44)
light flashes rapidly.
z
The DTC indicator DTC self-diagnosis not completed
light flashes slowly. ( 44)

The DTC indicator DTC deactivated ( 45)

light lights up.

The DTC indicator DTC error ( 45)

light lights up.

The general warn- The D­ESA fault D­ESA fault ( 45)

ing light lights up symbol is displayed.
yellow.
 Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
34 Fuel reserve sym- The fuel-level read- Fuel down to reserve ( 46)
bol lights up. ing is displayed in
yellow.
Stop symbol is dis- Hill Start Control Pro active ( 46)
played.
Displays

The general warn- Stop symbol Hill Start Control Pro is automatically de-
ing lamp flashes flashes briefly. activated ( 46)
z yellow.
The general warn- Stop symbol Hill Start Control Pro cannot be activated
ing lamp flashes flashes briefly. ( 47)
yellow.
The general warn- The brake tem- Brake temperature too high ( 47)
ing light lights up perature symbol is
yellow. displayed.
The general warn- The service symbol Service overdue ( 48)
ing light briefly is displayed.
lights up yellow.
Ambient temperature Outside temperature The key symbol is dis-
Engine heat can lead to warning played. 3
spurious readings of ambi- The ice crystal symbol is Possible cause: 35
ent temperature when the mo- displayed. The key being used is not autho-
torcycle is stationary. When the
Possible cause: rized for starting, or communica-
effects of engine heat on the
The ambient temperature mea- tion between the key and engine
monitored temperature become
sured at the vehicle is lower than electronics is disrupted.
excessive the display responds

Displays
37 °F (3 °C). Remove other motorcycle keys
by temporarily reverting to "­­"
from the ignition key ring.
as the display reading.
WARNING Use the reserve key.

If the ambient temperature Risk of black ice, even above

Have the defective key re- z
placed, preferably by an autho-
drops below 37 °F (3 °C), 37 °F (3 °C) rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
this warning of possible ice for- Accident hazard
mation appears . The display At a low outside temperature, Radio-operated key
automatically switches from any icy conditions must expected outside reception range
other mode to the temperature on bridges and in shady road with Keyless Ride OE
reading when the temperature areas.
drops below this threshold for The "remote key outside
Think well ahead when driving.
the first time. reception area" symbol is
Electronic immobilizer is displayed.
active
The general warning light
lights up yellow.
 Possible cause: Replace battery of radio- Engine damage
3 Communication between the key operated key Be sure to observe the mea-
fob transmitter and the engine with Keyless Ride OE sures listed below.
36
electronics is disrupted. Possible cause:
Check the battery in the key The battery symbol is dis-
The coolant temperature is too
fob transmitter. played.
high.
Use the wallet key for further Possible cause: If possible, continue driving
driving.
Displays

The battery for the key fob in the part-load range to cool
with Keyless Ride OE down the engine.
transmitter is no longer
Battery of the key fob trans- charged to full capacity. In traffic jams, switch off the
mitter is empty or the key fob Operation of the key fob engine, but keep the ignition
z transmitter is lost ( 54). transmitter is only ensured for switched on so that the radia-
Should the warning symbol ap- a limited time. tor fan continues to operate.
pear while driving, keep calm. Should the coolant temperature
You can continue driving; the Coolant temperature too frequently be too high, have
engine will not turn off. high the fault rectified as quickly
Have the defective key fob The general warning light as possible by an authorized
transmitter replaced by an au- lights up red. workshop, preferably an autho-
thorized BMW Motorrad re- rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
tailer. The temperature display is
shown in red. Engine fault
The general warning light
ATTENTION
lights up yellow.
Riding with overheated en-
gine
 The engine symbol appears Severe engine fault characteristics, abrupt stalling
on the display. The general warning lamp and the like). 3
flashes yellow. Have the malfunction corrected
Possible cause: 37
as soon as possible at an
The engine control unit has diag- The engine symbol appears authorized service facility,
nosed a fault. on the display. preferably an authorized
Possible cause: BMW Motorrad Retailer.
WARNING

Displays
The engine control unit has diag- Oil level indicator
Unusual handling when the nosed a serious fault.
engine is in emergency oper- The oil-level indicator gives
ation WARNING you an indication of the en-
Accident hazard gine oil level. z
Avoid rapid acceleration and Damage to engine during
passing maneuvers. emergency operation The conditions for the oil level
Accident hazard indicator are as follows:
The engine may behave unex-
Drive slowly and avoid rapid Engine at operating tempera-
pectedly with continued driv-
acceleration and passing ma- ture.
ing (low power, poor response
neuvers. Engine idling for at least ten
characteristics, abrupt stalling
If possible, have the vehicle seconds.
and the like).
picked up and the fault elim- Side stand retracted.
Have the malfunction corrected
inated at a specialist work- Motorcycle is vertical.
as soon as possible at an
shop, preferably an authorized
authorized service facility,
BMW Motorrad retailer. The readings mean:
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer. The engine may behave unex-
pectedly with continued driv-
ing (low power, poor response
 OK: oil level correct. Tire pressures If the pressure in a tire drops to
3 with tire pressure monitor a critical level, the corresponding
CHECK!: check oil level during (TPM) OE display shows red.
38 next refueling stop.
The tire warning symbol
– – –: no measurement possible also appears on the display.
(above-mentioned conditions not
met).
Displays

The general warning light

Engine-oil level too low flashes red.
The oil can symbol is dis-
z played. Additional information about the
BMW Motorrad TPM is provided
Possible cause:
starting on page ( 115).
The electronic oil level sensor The displayed tire pressures refer
has detected that the engine's to a tire temperature of 68 °F Tire inflation pressure is
oil level is too low. Check the (20 °C). The figure on the left outside approved range
engine oil level with the dipstick side 1 indicates the front tire's
with tire pressure monitor
the next time you stop to refuel: inflation pressure, while the figure
(TPM) OE
Check engine oil level ( 122). on the right 2 shows the inflation
If oil level is too low: pressure in the rear tire. "­­ ­­" The general warning light
Topping up engine oil ( 123). is displayed after the ignition is flashes red.
switched on, as the tire pressure
values are not transmitted until The tire symbol is dis-
a speed of 19 mph (30 km/h) is played. The critical tire
exceeded for the first time. pressure is displayed in red.
Possible cause: Have the tire checked for dam- Possible cause:
The measured tire inflation pres- age at an authorized service One or two TPM sensors have 3
sure is outside the approved tol- facility, preferably an authorized failed.
BMW Motorrad retailer. 39
erance range. Have fault eliminated at a spe-
Check tire for damage and If you are unsure about the tire's cialist service facility, preferably
suitability for continued use. suitability for continued riding: an authorized BMW Motorrad
If it is still possible to drive with Do not continue riding. retailer.
tire: Contact roadside service.

Displays
Possible cause:
WARNING Sensor defective or A system fault has occurred.
system fault Have fault eliminated at a spe-
Tire pressure is outside the z
with tire pressure monitor cialist service facility, preferably
approved tolerance range.
(TPM) OE an authorized BMW Motorrad
Risk of accident, deterioration in retailer.
the handling characteristics of the The general warning light
vehicle. lights up yellow. Transmission fault
Adjust the driving style. with tire pressure monitor
The tire symbol and "­­" or
Correct tire inflation pressure at "­­ ­­" are displayed. (TPM) OE
the next opportunity.
Possible cause: The tire symbol and "­­" or
NOTICE Wheels without TPM sensors are "­­ ­­" are displayed.

Before adjusting the tire pres- fitted. Possible cause:

sure, check the information on Retrofit wheel set with TPM The motorcycle's speed has not
temperature compensation and sensors. exceeded the threshold of ap-
tire pressure adjustment in the prox. 19 mph (30 km/h). The
"Technology in detail" section: TPM sensors do not send their
 signal until after this speed has Have fault eliminated at a spe- pressure control is only ensured
3 been exceeded for the first time cialist service facility, preferably for a limited time.
( 115). an authorized BMW Motorrad Contact an authorized service
40 Observe the TPM display at retailer. facility, preferably an authorized
higher speed. Only when the BMW Motorrad retailer.
general warning light also lights Battery of tire-inflation
up is this a permanent fault. In pressure sensor weak Light direction of the low-
this case: with tire pressure monitor beam headlight not known
Displays

Have fault eliminated at a spe- (TPM) OE The general warning light

cialist service facility, preferably lights up red.
an authorized BMW Motorrad The general warning light
z retailer. lights up yellow. Headlamp with question
mark appears on the
Possible cause: The TPM battery symbol display.
appears on the display.
There is a fault in the radio con- Illumination of the road ahead
nection to the TPC/RDC sensors. is no longer optimum; there is a
Possible causes are radio sys- NOTICE possibility of dazzling oncoming
tems in the surrounding area, This fault message is only shown traffic.
which interfere with the connec- for a short time immediately fol- Possible cause:
tion between the TPC/RDC con- lowing the Pre-Ride-Check. Light direction and range of the
trol unit and the sensors. low beams are unknown, and
Watch the TPC/RDC display in Possible cause:
adjustment is no longer possible.
another environment. A con- The battery for the tire pressure
If it is dark, leave the motorcy-
tinuous error is only present if sensor is no longer charged to
cle where it is or have it picked
the general warning lamp also full capacity. Operation of the tire
up, if possible.
lights up. In this case:
 Have defect corrected as soon Headlight aiming changed Possible cause:
as possible by an authorized with Adaptive Lights OE Rear light, brake light or rear 3
workshop, preferably an autho- flashing turn indicator defective.
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. Headlamp with Left/Right 41
The LED tail light must be re-
appears on the display. placed.
Beam-throw adjustment Cornering light control for the Please contact a specialized
of the low-beam headlight low-beam headlight is switched workshop, preferably an autho-
restricted off. rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Displays
The general warning lamp Possible cause:
flashes yellow. Front light failure
Headlight alignment has been
changed from the as-delivered The general warning light
Headlamp with zero ap- z
condition. lights up yellow.
pears on the display.
Setting right- or left-hand traffic Bulb symbol with arrow
Illumination of the road ahead is ( 59). pointing to the front ap-
no longer optimum.
pears on the display.
Possible cause: Rear light failure
Only restricted adjustment of Possible cause:
The general warning light
light direction and range of the lights up yellow. Low beams, high beams, parking
low beams is possible. lamps or turn signal faulty.
Bulb symbol with arrow The low beams or one of the
Have the defect rectified by a
pointing to the rear appears LED turn signals must be re-
specialist workshop, preferably
on the display. placed.
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer. Please contact a specialist
service facility, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad Re-
tailer.
 Replacing high beam light Possible cause: to the onboard sockets and the
3 source ( 136). Too many consumers switched auxiliary headlights. In extreme
on. On-board system voltage cases the seat heating and the
42 Light failure grip heating might also be shut
tends to drop particularly at low
The general warning light engine rpm and when the engine down.
lights up yellow. is idling. Possible cause:
Bulb symbol with two When riding at low engine rpm Too many consumers switched
switch off consumers that are on. On-board system voltage
Displays

arrows appears on the

display. not necessary for road safety tends to drop particularly at low
(e.g. heated body warmer or engine rpm and when the engine
Possible cause: auxiliary headlights). is idling.
z A combination of light failures When riding at low engine rpm
has occurred. Onboard system voltage switch off consumers that are
Please contact a specialized critical not necessary for road safety
workshop, preferably an autho- The general warning light (e.g. heated body warmer or
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. lights up yellow. auxiliary headlights).
Onboard system voltage The split battery symbol Battery charge current
low appears on the display. insufficient
The split battery symbol Generator power is no longer The general warning light
appears on the display. sufficient to supply all consumers lights up red.
Generator power is only just suf- and charge the battery. In order
ficient to supply all consumers The battery symbol is dis-
to ensure that the engine can
and charge the battery. played.
be started and the motorcycle
ridden, the onboard electronics
switch off the electricity supply
 The anti-theft alarm system The general warning light
WARNING battery symbol appears on lights up yellow. 3
Failure of vehicle systems the display.
The anti-theft alarm system 43
Accident hazard battery symbol appears on
Do not continue riding. NOTICE
the display.
The battery is not being charged. This fault message is only shown
If you continue driving, the vehi- for a short time immediately fol- NOTICE

Displays
cle electronics will discharge the lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
This fault message is only shown
battery. Possible cause: for a short time immediately fol-
Possible cause: The anti-theft alarm battery no lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Alternator or alternator drive longer has its full capacity. The z
Possible cause:
faulty. operation of the anti-theft alarm
Have the malfunction corrected The anti-theft alarm system bat-
system is only ensured for a lim-
as soon as possible at an tery is completely discharged.
ited time with the motorcycle
authorized service facility, Operation of the anti-theft alarm
battery disconnected.
preferably an authorized system is no longer ensured
Contact an authorized service
BMW Motorrad Retailer. when the motorcycle's battery
facility, preferably an authorized
is disconnected.
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Anti-theft alarm battery Contact an authorized service
low charge Anti-theft alarm battery facility, preferably an authorized
with anti-theft alarm system drained BMW Motorrad retailer.
(DWA) OE with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA) OE
 Central locking locked ABS error tor light flashes longer than the
3 with central locking system OE The ABS indicator and DTC intervention lasts. This fea-
warning light light up. ture continues to furnish the rider
44 The locked symbol appears with visual feedback confirm-
on the display. Possible cause: ing that the system has initiated
All locks in the central locking The ABS control unit has de- active closed-loop intervention
system are locked. tected an error. The ABS func- even after the critical situation
tion is not available. has passed.
Displays

ABS self-diagnosis not Continued driving is possible

completed while taking the failed ABS DTC self-diagnosis not
The ABS indicator and function into account. Observe completed
z warning light flashes. additional information on situa- The DTC indicator light
tions which can lead to an ABS flashes slowly.
Possible cause: error ( 109).
The self-diagnosis routine was Possible cause:
Have the malfunction corrected
not completed; the ABS function as soon as possible at an au- The self-diagnosis routine was
is not available. The motorcycle thorized workshop, preferably not completed; the DTC function
must be ridden at a speed of at an authorized BMW Motorrad is not available. The engine must
least 3.1 mph (5 km/h) so that retailer. be running and the motorcycle
the ABS self-diagnosis can be must be moved at a speed of at
completed. DTC intervention least 3.1 mph (5 km/h) in order
Ride off slowly. It must be The DTC indicator light for DTC self-diagnosis to com-
noted that the ABS function flashes rapidly. plete.
is not available until the self- The DTC has detected insta- Ride off slowly. It must be
diagnosis has been completed. bility at the rear wheel and has noted that the DTC function
reduced the torque. The indica-
 is not available until the self- Have the malfunction corrected Range
diagnosis has been completed. as soon as possible at an au- The range indicates the 3
thorized workshop, preferably travel distance available
DTC deactivated an authorized BMW Motorrad 45
with the remaining fuel. The av-
The DTC indicator light retailer. erage consumption employed
lights up. to calculate the remaining travel
D­ESA fault
Possible cause: range does not appear in the
The general warning light display and may vary from the

Displays
The DTC system has been deac- lights up yellow. indicated average consumption.
tivated by the driver.
The D­ESA fault symbol is You must put at least five liters of
Switch on DTC.
displayed. fuel into the fuel tank for the new
DTC error level to be registered correctly. z
Possible cause: If the sensor cannot register the
The DTC indicator light
The D­ESA control unit has de- new level the range display can-
lights up.
tected a fault. Motorcycle damp- not be updated.
Possible cause: ing is in this condition very firm If the motorcycle is standing on
The DTC control unit has de- and riding is rather uncomfortable its side stand, the motorcycle's
tected an error. The DTC func- - in particular on rough roads. inclined position will prevent the
tion is not available. Have the malfunction corrected fuel level from being registered
It remains possible to continue as soon as possible at an accurately. For this reason travel
riding. It must be noted that authorized service facility, range is only calculated with the
the DTC function is not avail- preferably an authorized side stand retracted.
able. Observe additional infor- BMW Motorrad Retailer.
mation on situations which can
lead to a DTC error ( 112).
 Possible cause: Hill Start Control Pro is
3 NOTICE
At the most, the fuel tank still automatically deactivated
The determined range is contains the reserve fuel quantity. The general warning lamp
46
an approximate reading. Reserve fuel quantity flashes yellow.
BMW Motorrad therefore
recommends that you do not Stop symbol flashes briefly.
try to use the full range before Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
refueling.
Displays

Refueling ( 101). Possible cause:

Hill Start Control Pro was deacti-
Fuel down to reserve Hill Start Control Pro vated automatically.
Fuel reserve symbol lights active Side stand was folded out.
z up.
Stop symbol is displayed. Hill Start Control Pro is deac-
The fuel-level reading is dis- tivated when the side stand is
played in yellow. folded out.
Possible cause:
Engine was stopped.
WARNING Hill Start Control Pro ( 117) Hill Start Control Pro is de-
was activated automatically or activated when the engine is
Rough engine running or was activated by the driver. stopped.
switching off of the engine Turn off Hill Start Control Pro.
due to a fuel shortage The driver drove off with Hill
Using Hill Start Control Pro Start Control Pro active.
Accident hazard, damage to cat- ( 76).
alytic converter Using Hill Start Control Pro
Turn off automatic Hill Start ( 76).
Do not drive to the extent that Control Pro.
the fuel tank is completely Turning automatic Hill Start
empty. Control Pro on and off ( 77).
Hill Start Control Pro The brake temperature odometer are shown for a short
cannot be activated symbol is displayed. time after the Pre-Ride-Check. 3
The general warning lamp If the service is overdue the 47
flashes yellow. DANGER General warning light briefly
shows yellow and the service
Stop symbol flashes briefly. Driving with overheated
symbol lights up continuously.
brakes
Risk of accident due to brake

Displays
Possible cause:
failure
Hill Start Control Pro cannot be Adapt driving style.
activated. Use the engine brake to avoid
Fold in side stand. frequent braking. z
Hill Start Control Pro only
works when the side stand is
WARNING
folded in.
Start engine. Failure to observe mainte-
Hill Start Control Pro only nance intervals
works when the engine is Accident hazard If the countdown to the next
running. Comply with the maintenance service is less than one month,
intervals applicable for the service due date 1 is displayed.
Brake temperature too brakes.
high
The general warning light Service display
lights up yellow. If a service is due, the
service symbol and the
service due date in place of the
 Service overdue
3 The service symbol is dis-
48 played.
The general warning light
briefly shows yellow after
the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause:
Displays

The required service has not yet

If the motorcycle covers high been performed.
annual mileages then shorter Have the service performed as
z service intervals may be required. soon as possible by a specialist
If the countdown distance to workshop, preferably an autho-
the early service is less than rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
621 miles (1000 km), countdown
distance 2 is displayed.

NOTICE
If the service display appears
more than a month before the
service date, the current day's
date must be reset in the in-
strument cluster. This situa-
tion can occur if the battery was
disconnected.
Operation
Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
4
49
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Emergency on/off switch (kill Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Operation
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Handle heat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Reverser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 z
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Trip recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Anti-theft alarm system (DWA) . . . . . . 68
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) . . . . 72
Electronic chassis and suspension
adjustment (D-ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
 Steering and ignition Otherwise the angle of the Ignition
4 lock ground determines whether
Switching on ignition
the handlebars are set to the
50 Vehicle keys left or right.
You are provided with 2 ignition Turn handlebars to left.
keys. Should you lose your keys,
refer to the information regard-
ing the electronic immobilizer
Operation

(EWS) ( 51).
Ignition steering lock, fuel filler
cap, storage compartment, seat
lock and cases are all operated
z with the same vehicle key. Turn key to position 1.
Parking lights and all function
Locking handlebars circuits switched on.
Turn the ignition key to posi- Engine can be started.
ATTENTION
tion 1 while moving the handle- Pre-Ride Check in progress.
Handlebars turned in wrong bars slightly. ( 95)
direction when motorcycle Ignition, lights and all electrical ABS self-diagnosis is being
propped on side stand. circuits switched off. performed. ( 95)
Component damage cause by Steering lock locked. DTC self-diagnosis is per-
tipping over Ignition key can now be re- formed. ( 96)
On level ground, always turn moved.
the handlebars to the left to set
the steering lock.
Switch off ignition tion lock. The engine manage- key; however, a disabled vehicle
ment system does not enable key can be enabled again. 4
engine starting until the vehicle Emergency and spare keys are
key has been recognized as "au- only available through an autho- 51
thorized" for your motorcycle. rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
The keys are part of an inte-
NOTICE grated security system, so the
retailer is under an obligation to

Operation
A further key attached to the
same ring as the ignition key check the legitimacy of all ap-
used to start the engine could plications for replacement/extra
"irritate" the electronics, in which vehicle keys.
Turn key to position 1.
Light switched off. case the enabling signal for start- z
ing is not issued. The warning Ignition with
Handlebars not locked.
is displayed in the multifunction Keyless Ride
Ignition key can now be re-
display with the key symbol. Vehicle keys
moved.
Always store further vehicle keys
The windshield automatically with Keyless Ride OE
separately from the ignition key.
moves to the lower end posi-
tion. You are provided with one radio-
If you lose an ignition key, you operated key and one emergency
EWS Electronic can have it disabled by your key. Should you lose your keys,
BMW Motorrad partner. When refer to the information regard-
immobilizer having a key disabled you should ing the electronic immobilizer
The motorcycle's electronic cir- also bring all of the motorcycle's (EWS) ( 51).
cuitry monitors the data stored remaining keys with you.
in the ignition key through a ring The ignition, tank filler cap, cen-
The engine can no longer be tral locking system and anti-theft
antenna incorporated in the igni- started using a disabled vehicle alarm system are controlled with
 the radio-operated key. The seat Locking handlebars On level ground, always turn
4 lock, storage compartments and with Keyless Ride OE the handlebars to the left to set
cases can be operated manually. the steering lock.
52 Requirement
Press and hold button 1.
NOTICE Handlebars are turned to left or Steering lock audibly locks.
right. Ignition, lights and all electrical
When the range of the radio key
Requirement circuits switched off.
is exceeded (e.g. in the case),
Operation

To unlock the steering lock,

the motorcycle cannot be started Radio-operated key is within re-
briefly press button 1.
and the central locking system ception range.
cannot be locked/unlocked.. Switching on ignition
When the range is exceeded,
z with Keyless Ride OE
the ignition is switched off after
approx. 1.5 minutes, the central Requirement
locking system is not locked. Radio-operated key is within re-
It is advisable to carry the radio- ception range.
operated key directly on your
person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) The ignition can be activated in
and to also carry the emergency two ways:
key as an alternative.

Range of Keyless Ride ATTENTION

radio-operated key
Incorrect handlebar angle
Approx. 3.3 ft (Approx. 1 m) when parking on side stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Version 1 Parking lights and all function Version 1
circuits switched on. 4
Engine can be started.
53
Pre-Ride Check in progress.
( 95)
ABS self-diagnosis is being
performed. ( 95)
DTC self-diagnosis is per-

Operation
formed. ( 96)

Switch off ignition

Briefly press button 1. Briefly press button 1.
with Keyless Ride OE
Parking lights and all function Light is switched off. z
circuits switched on. Requirement Handlebars are not locked.
Engine can be started. Radio-operated key is within re- The windshield automatically
Pre-Ride Check in progress. ception range. moves to the lower end posi-
( 95) tion.
ABS self-diagnosis is being The ignition can be deactivated
performed. ( 95) in two ways: Version 2
DTC self-diagnosis is per- Turn handlebars to left.
formed. ( 96) Press and hold button 1.
Light is switched off.
Version 2 Steering lock is locked.
Steering lock is locked, press The windshield automatically
and hold button 1. moves to the lower end posi-
Steering lock is unlocked. tion.
 EWS Electronic If you lose a radio-operated key, Battery of the key fob
4 immobilizer you can have it disabled by your transmitter is empty or
with Keyless Ride OE authorized BMW Motorrad re- the key fob transmitter is
54 tailer. When having a key dis-
lost
The motorcycle's electronic cir- abled you should also bring all of
the motorcycle's remaining keys with Keyless Ride OE
cuitry monitors the data stored in
the radio-operated key through a with you.
ring antenna incorporated in the The engine can no longer be NOTICE
Operation

radio lock. The engine manage- started using a disabled radio-

ment system does not enable operated key; however, a dis- The antenna is located in front
engine starting until the radio-op- abled radio-operated key can be of the tank filler cap or under the
erated key has been recognized enabled again. tank cover.
z as "authorized" for your motorcy- Emergency and spare keys are Should you lose your keys, re-
cle. only available through an autho- fer to the information regard-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer. As ing the electronic immobilizer
NOTICE the radio-operated keys are part (EWS).
of an integrated security system, Should you lose the radio-op-
A further key attached to the
the retailer is under an obligation erated key during a trip, the
same ring as the ignition key
to check your legitimacy. vehicle can be started using
used to start the engine could
"irritate" the electronics, in which the emergency key.
case the enabling signal for start- If the battery of the key fob
ing is not issued. The warning transmitter is flat, the vehicle
is displayed in the multifunction can be started by touching
display with the key symbol. the tank cover with the key fob
Always store further vehicle keys transmitter.
separately from the ignition key.
 Replacing the battery of Press battery cover 2 upward
the key fob transmitter at recess for key bit. 4
with Keyless Ride OE Remove battery cover 2 and
seal 3. 55
If the key fob transmitter fails to Remove battery 4.
react when the button is pressed Dispose of the old battery in
briefly or is pressed and held: accordance with legal regula-
The battery of the key fob tions. Do not dispose of the

Operation
transmitter no longer has its battery in the household waste.
Hold the emergency key 1 or full charging capacity.
Replace battery. ATTENTION
the empty key fob transmit-
ter 2 against the tank cover The battery symbol is dis- Unsuitable or improperly in-
played.
z
over the antenna 3. serted batteries
Period in which the en- Component damage
gine must be started. Use a battery compliant with
Then unlocking must be re- the manufacturer's specifica-
peated. tions.
When inserting the battery,
30 s make sure that the polarity is
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. correct.
Key has been detected. Insert the new battery with the
Engine can be started. positive terminal up.
Starting engine ( 94).
Press button 1.
Key bit folds open.
 Emergency on/off The engine can be switched
4 Battery type
switch (kill switch) off easily and quickly using the
emergency on/off switch.
56
for Keyless Ride radio-oper-
ated key
CR 2032
Install seal 3 and battery
Operation

cover 2.
Red LED in instrument panel
flashes.
The remote-control is again
z ready to be used. 1 Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch) a Engine is switched off
b Operating position

WARNING
Reverser
Operation of the emergency with reverser OE
ON/OFF switch when riding
Danger of falling due to blocking Requirements
of rear wheel The following prerequisites must
Do not operate the emergency be fulfilled to use the reverser:
ON/OFF switch when riding.
 Motorcycle is standing. Activating reverser Using reverser
Engine is running. 4
Transmission is in idle position.
57
Side stand is retracted.
Clutch is not pulled.

Reversing should be done with-

out a passenger.

Operation
On downhill gradients, the re-
verser is not able to provide any
holding function as is the case
when a gear is engaged. Press button 1. Press and hold starter button 1
The reverser cannot be used on Gear indicator switches from to reverse. z
steep gradients. "N" to "R". The engine speed is increased
The reverser can be used as while reversing.
Gradient for reverser soon as the display "R" stops Release the starter button 1 to
flashing. finish reversing.

max 7 % NOTICE
The motorcycle is not deceler-
ated automatically after releasing
the starter button and can there-
fore continue to roll.
The engine speed lowers to
idle speed again.
 Automatic cancellation Lights High-beam headlight and
4 Reversing is canceled automati- Parking lights headlight flasher
58 cally:
The parking lights come on au-
if the gradient is too steep
tomatically when the ignition is
if there is an obstacle switched on.
if the side stand is folded out
if the brake is applied NOTICE
Operation

before the reversing motor

overheats The parking lights are a strain
on the battery. Do not leave the
"R" will flash in the display if re- ignition switched on longer than
versing is canceled. absolutely necessary.
z Press switch 1 toward front to
Deactivating reverser Headlight low beam switch on high-beam headlight.
Pull switch 1 toward rear to
The headlights automatically
actuate headlight flasher.
come on in their low-beam mode
as soon as you start the engine. NOTICE
The high-beam headlight can
also be switched on when the
engine is not running.

Parking lights
Press button 1. Switch off ignition.
Gear indicator switches from
"R" to "N".
 Select the Headlight menu Headlight range
item. The xenon headlight has con- 4
tinuous beam throw control that 59
keeps beam throw constant re-
gardless of how the motorcycle
is ridden and the load it carries.

Operating the auxiliary

Operation
headlight
Immediately after switching off with additional headlight OE
ignition, push button 1 to left
and hold it until parking lights NOTICE z
come on.
Switch ignition on and then off R­hand traffic: for coun- The auxiliary headlights are
again to switch off parking light. tries in which the traffic drives approved for use as fog lights
on the right-hand side of the and may only be used in poor
Setting right- or left-hand road. weather conditions. Comply with
traffic L­hand traffic: for coun- the country-specific road traffic
with Adaptive Lights OE tries in which the traffic drives regulations.
on the left-hand side of the
Switch on the ignition. road.
Call up the Settings menu
and then select the Vehicle
menu item.
 Operating the ground light On: ground light comes on for
4 with central locking system OE a brief period after the ignition
with ground light OA is turned off.
60 Off: ground light does not
Requirement come on after the ignition is
Ground light is allowed in your turned off.
country.
If the ground light was turned
Operation

Switch on the ignition. off as described above, it will

Call up the Settings menu still to be turned on by unlock-
Press button 1 to turn on the
and then select the Vehicle ing the central locking system.
auxiliary headlight.
menu item.
z The telltale light shows. Hazard warning
Select the Ground light
menu item. flashers
If this warning symbol is Operating hazard warning
displayed, the vehicle volt- flashers
age is low. If applicable, the addi- Switch on the ignition.
tional headlights might have been
temporarily switched off. NOTICE
Press button 1 again to turn off
the auxiliary headlight. The hazard warning flashers
place a strain on the battery.
Do not use the hazard warning
flashers for longer than absolutely
necessary.
 Comfort turn signals
4
61

Operation
Press button 1 to switch on Press button 1 to left to switch
hazard warning flashers. on left-side turn signals. When button 1 is pressed to the
Ignition can be switched off. Press button 1 to right to right or left, the turn signal au- z
To turn off the hazard warning switch on right-side turn tomatically turns off under the
lights system: signals. following conditions:
Turn on ignition and press but- Move button 1 to center posi- Speed is under 18 mph
ton 1. tion to switch off turn signals. (30 km/h): after traveling a
distance of 165 ft (50 m).
Turn indicators Speed is between 18 mph
Operating turn signals and 60 mph (30 km/h and
Switch on the ignition. 100 km/h): after covering a
particular distance depending
on the speed or when acceler-
ating.
 Speed is above 60 mph next menu; the number of menus to depict its position in the order
4 (100 km/h): after turn signal depends on the vehicle equip- of all menus.
flashes five times. ment.
62 Direct access to a selectable NOTICE
When button 1 is pressed and menu is possible using button 3.
held slightly longer to the right or A list of all the menus can be
left, the turn signals will only turn found in the separate Quick Ref-
Up to the Audio area, the
off automatically after reaching erence Guide.
Settings menu can only be
Operation

the distance depending on the called up when the vehicle is at a

speed. Selecting a menu item
standstill.

Multifunction display
z Selecting a menu

Use the Multi-Controller 1 to

Position 1 shows the type of move the cursor within the menu.
menu; cursor 2 shows the cur-
rent selection. Each bar 3 rep-
The possible menus are called resents a selectable menu. The
up using button 2, starting with bar of the current menu is hidden
the Information menu. Press-
ing button 2 again will call up the
 Making a setting
4
63

Operation
An arrow 1 at the upper or lower Reset values:
edge of the display indicates that Direct selection: Average values that are indicated
additional menu items can be If the cursor is placed on a menu by an arrow 1 can be reset by a z
accessed by turning the Multi- item that does not require an ad- long press of the Multi-Controller
Controller in the corresponding ditional setting, this selection will to the right.
direction. If the arrow 2 is show become active immediately.
in the cursor, it indicates that a
submenu can be called up by
pressing the Multi-Controller to
the right. For differing meanings
of average values and the list se-
lection, see ( 63).
4
64

Operation

Select from a list: Set numerical value: Set relative values:

Selectable items in a selection If there are multiple numerical Settings between two limit val-
z list are indicated by a circle 2. values between the arrows 3, ues are made using a bar display.
The current selection is indicated these can be increased or de- The value to be set can be in-
by a dot within the circle. creased by turning the Multi- creased or decreased by turning
To change the selection, select Controller upwards or downwards the Multi-Controller upwards or
a list item using the cursor and respectively. Switch between downwards respectively.
then press the Multi-Controller to the values by pressing the Multi-
the right to activate or deactivate. Controller to the right or left.
Exiting the menu
4
65

Operation
To jump back to the next- Press and hold button 3.
Arrow 3 is shown within sub- higher menu, press the Multi- The diamond appears to
menus. Controller 1 to the left; to return the right of the menu des- z
to the main menu, press the ignation.
MENU button 2.
To hide the menus, the Multi- The selected menu will be
Controller 1 must be pressed to called up every time button 3
the left in a main menu. is subsequently pressed.

Selecting the Favorite Adapting the display

menu Switch on the ignition.
Select the desired main menu. Call up the Settings menu
and select the User menu
item.
The following settings are avail-
able:
 Language: display language Default status: restore fac- Ø consumption: average fuel
4 (German, English, Spanish, Ital- tory defaults (when Reset! consumption
ian, French, Dutch, Portuguese) appears on the display, press Consumption: current fuel
66 Time format - Clock for­ the Multi-Controller to the right consumption
mat: clock in 12-hour format and hold it in this position) Range: range with fuel remain-
(12 h) or in 24-hour format Make the desired settings us- ing in fuel tank
(24 h) ing the Multi-Controller. Ø speed: average speed
Time format - Date format: Temperature: ambient tem-
Operation

date in day.month.year format On-board computer perature

(dd.mm.yy) or in month/day/ Selecting display readings Tyre pressure: tire pres-
year format (mm/dd/yy) sures
Call up the Info menu and
Time format - GPS time: ac- Stopwatch: stopwatch
z cept GPS time and GPS date
select the desired information.
Trav. times: travel times
from built-in navigation system Date: current date
(On), ( Off) Veh. voltage: vehicle volt-
Brightness: brightness of age
the display and the instruments Oil level: engine oil level
Start logo: display start logo Off: no display
after the ignition is switched on
(On), (Off) Resetting average data
Background: shows on Call up the Information
the display when the radio is menu and then select the aver-
turned off: Empty: no display, age value you want to reset.
Logo: 6-cylinder logo, Speed The following information can be
Press and hold the Multi-Con-
ind.: digital speed indicator displayed in panel 3:
troller to the right until the av-
erage value is reset.
Operating stopwatch Press and hold the Multi-Con- Total driving time since the
Call up the Info menu and troller 1 to the right to reset vehicle was last reset. 4
then select the Stopwatch the stopwatch.
Immobilization period since 67
menu item.
Measuring travel times the vehicle was last reset.
Call up the Info menu and
then select the Trav. times Trip recorder
menu item.

Operation
Selecting the trip
odometer
Switch on the ignition.

With the stopwatch stopped,

press the Multi-Controller 1 to
the right to start the stopwatch.
The time measurement will
also continue to run if a differ- Press and hold the Multi-Con-
ent display is selected or the troller 1 to the right to reset
ignition is turned off. the travel time.
With the stopwatch running, The time measurement will Call up the Trip menu by
press the Multi-Controller 1 to also continue to run if a differ- pressing button 1 and then
the right to stop the stopwatch. ent display is selected or the select the desired trip distance
ignition is turned off. recorder 2.
 The following odometers can be trip odometer 2 has been re- To deactivate the movement
4 displayed: set. sensor (for example if you are
Trip odometer 1 (Trip 1) about to transport the motorcy-
68 Anti-theft alarm system cle on a train and the swaying
Trip odometer 2 (Trip 2)
Automatic trip odometer (DWA) movement of the moving train
(Trip Auto) resets could trip the alarm), call up the
with anti-theft alarm system Settings menu before turn-
automatically eight hours after
(DWA) OE ing off the ignition.
the ignition is turned off.
Operation

Activation without remote Select the Vehicle - Sensor

Resetting the trip menu item.
key or key fob transmitter
odometer
If applicable, turn on the "Au-
Switch on the ignition.
z Select the desired trip odome-
tomatic activation of the anti-
theft alarm after ignition OFF"
ter. function.
Anti-theft alarm system set-
tings ( 71).
Switch off ignition.
Activation takes 30 seconds to
complete.
Turn indicators are illuminated
twice.
Select Off (once) to turn off
Confirmation tone sounds
the movement sensor this one
twice (if programmed).
time.
The anti-theft alarm system is
Press and hold Multi-Con- Switch off ignition.
active.
troller 1 to the right until the
 Activation takes 30 seconds to
complete. 4
Turn signals are illuminated
three times. 69
Confirmation tone sounds three
times (if programmed).
The anti-theft alarm system is
active; the movement sensor is

Operation
deactivated.
Press button 1 on the remote To deactivate the motion sen-
Activate with remote key
key or radio-operated key sor (for example if you are
or radio-operated key twice. about to transport the motor- z
cycle on a train and the sway-
NOTICE NOTICE ing movement of the moving
Only motorcycles without Key- train could trip the alarm), press
See also the other functions of
less Ride have a separate remote button 1 on the remote key or
the remote control for the central
key for the central locking system radio-operated key again during
locking system.
and alarm system. the activation phase.
Activation takes 30 seconds to Turn indicators are illuminated
Switch off ignition. complete. three times.
Turn indicators are illuminated Confirmation tone sounds three
twice. times (if programmed).
Confirmation tone sounds Motion sensor is deactivated.
twice (if programmed).
Alarm system is activated.
 Alarm signal Light signals on DWA LED:
4 The DWA alarm can be set off 1 flash: Motion sensor 1
by: 2 flashes: Motion sensor 2
70
Motion sensor 3 flashes: ignition turned on
Switching on ignition with an with unauthorized ignition key
unauthorized ignition key. 4 flashes: alarm system dis-
Disconnecting the DWA from connected from vehicle battery
5 flashes: motion sensor 3
Operation

the motorcycle battery (DWA

battery takes over the power
supply – alarm sound only, haz- You can cancel an alarm at any Deactivate without remote
ard warning lights do not flash). time without deactivating the key or radio-operated key
z DWA by pressing button 2 on Emergency on/off switch (kill
If the DWA battery is discharged the remote key or key fob trans- switch) in normal operating po-
all functions remain operational; mitter. sition.
the only difference is that the Switch on the ignition.
alarm cannot be set off if the If an alarm was triggered while Turn indicators light up once.
system is disconnected from the the motorcycle was unattended, Confirmation tone sounds once
motorcycle battery. the rider is notified accordingly (if programmed).
by an alarm tone sounding once Alarm system is deactivated.
The duration of the alarm is ap- when the ignition is turned on.
prox. 26 seconds. During the The DWA LED then signals the
alarm, an alarm tone sounds and reason for the alarm for one
the turn indicators flash. The minute.
type of alarm tone can be pro-
grammed in the multifunction
display.
Deactivate with remote tomatically after 30 seconds if Automatic mode - On: anti-
key or radio-operated key "activation after ignition off" is theft alarm system is activated 4
programmed. automatically after the ignition
is turned off. 71
Turn indicators light up once.
Confirmation tone sounds once Automatic mode - Off: anti-
(if programmed). theft alarm system must be
activated with the remote key
Alarm system is deactivated.
after the ignition is turned off.

Operation
Anti-theft alarm system Alarm tone: type of alarm
settings tone.
Key sound - On: turn signals
Call up the Settings menu
flash and one tone sounds as
Press button 2 on the remote and select the Vehicle -
confirmation when the anti- z
key or radio-operated key once. Alarm system menu item.
theft alarm system is turned on
or off.
NOTICE
Key sound - Off: only the
See also the other functions of turn signals flash as confirma-
the remote control for the central tion when anti-theft alarm sys-
locking system. tem is turned on or off.
Make the desired setting using
NOTICE the Multi-Controller.

If the alarm function is deacti-

vated using the radio-operated
key and the ignition is not then The following settings are avail-
switched on, it will reactivate au- able:
 Dynamic Traction Select Off (once) to turn
4 Control (DTC) off the DTC one time until the
next time the ignition is turned
72 Turning the DTC function on.
off and on The DTC indicator light
Switch on the ignition. will light up if the DTC is
Call up the Settings menu turned off.
and then select the DTC menu Select On to turn on the DTC.
Operation

item. Alternative: turn the ignition off

and on again. The damping is displayed in the
NOTICE The DTC indicator light multifunction display in area 1,
goes out, if self-diagnosis and spring preload is indicated in
z This menu cannot be called up
has not been completed, the
while the motorcycle is on the area 2.
DTC indicator light begins to Call up the Dynamic ESA
move.
flash. menu.
Electronic chassis and NOTICE
suspension adjustment
The damping cannot be adjusted
(D-ESA) while the motorcycle is being
Setting suspension ridden.
compliance The range of adjustment for
Start engine. damping is shown.
ROAD: Normal damping
CRUISE: Comfortable damping
 Select the desired damping or in gray during the adjustment
move the cursor upwards to procedure. 4
adjust the load.
Riding mode 73
NOTICE
Setting riding mode
The load setting cannot be ad- Switch on the ignition.
justed while the motorcycle is

Operation
underway.
The range of adjustment for
spring preload is shown. The current setting is shown at
position 2; each time the button
One-up
is pressed one of the possible z
riding modes is shown at posi-
One-up with luggage tion 3.
Press button repeatedly until
desired riding mode is shown.
Two-up (with luggage)
Press button 1. If the motorcycle is stopped,
the selected riding mode is
Select desired load variant. activated after a short time.
NOTICE
The chassis and suspension The new riding mode is acti-
are set according to the se- Details on the selectable driving vated during operation under
lection and the Dynamic ESA modes are provided in the chap- the following conditions:
display is adapted to the new ter "Technology in Detail". Brakes not engaged
setting. The symbols for load- Throttle grip turned back com-
ing and damping are shown pletely
 Riding modes can also be acti- Store speed Accelerating
4 vated by actuating the clutch.
After the new riding mode is
74 activated, the selection display
disappears.
The riding mode selected and
its associated engine-charac-
teristics and DTC adaptations
Operation

are retained even after the igni-

tion has been turned off.

Cruise-control system Briefly press button 2 forward. Briefly press button 2 forward.
z Speed is increased by 0.6 mph
Turning cruise control on NOTICE (1 km/h) each time the button
The cruise control can be set is pressed.
within a speed range from Press button 2 forward and
19 mph (30 km/h) to 124 mph hold.
(200 km/h). The motorcycle accelerates
steplessly.
Indicator light for cruise- If the button 2 is no longer
control system lights up. pressed, the speed achieved
is maintained and saved.
The motorcycle maintains your
current cruising speed and the
Push switch 1 to right. setting is saved.
Button 2 is operable.
Decreasing speed yond back position) to deacti- erate only to the cruising speed
vate cruise-control system. saved in memory, even though 4
Cruise control indicator lamp you might have intended slowing
goes out. to a lower speed. 75

Indicator light for cruise-

Resuming former cruising
control system lights up.
speed
Turning cruise control off

Operation
Briefly press button 2 back-
ward. z
Speed is reduced by 0.6 mph
(1 km/h) each time the button
is pressed.
Press button 2 back and hold.
The motorcycle decelerates Briefly push button 2 back to
steplessly. return to the speed saved be-
Push switch 1 to left.
If the button 2 is no longer forehand.
The system is deactivated.
pressed, the speed achieved Button 2 is locked.
NOTICE
is maintained and saved.
Opening the throttle does not
Deactivate cruise control deactivate the cruise-control sys-
Actuate brakes, clutch or throt- tem. If you release the throttle
tle grip (take back throttle be- grip, the motorcycle will decel-
 Hill Start Control matic Hill Start Control is deacti-
4 Using
vated for the next 4 m.
76 Hill Start Control Pro Alternatively, drive off in 1st or
2nd gear.
ATTENTION
NOTICE
Drive-off assistant failure
Hill Start Control Pro is deacti-
Accident hazard
Operation

vated automatically when driving

Manually brake to secure the
off.
vehicle. Apply brake lever 1 firmly and
then release. When automatic Hill Start
NOTICE Green Hill Start Control in- Control Pro is turned off,
z the stop symbol disappears af-
dicator light appears on the
Hill Start Control is only a con- display. ter the brake has been released
venience system for easier hill- completely. When automatic Hill
starting and should, therefore, Hill Start Control Pro is now Start Control Pro is turned on,
not be confused with a parking activated. the white stop symbol appears.
brake. To turn off Hill Start Con-
trol Pro, pull brake lever 1 Hill Start Control Pro is now
again. deactivated.
More information about Hill
NOTICE Start Control Pro can be found
in the section "Technology in
If Hill Start Control Pro is deacti- detail":
vated using the brake lever, auto- Hill Start Control function
( 117)
Turning automatic Hill standstill and on a slope with at
Start Control Pro on and least a 5% gradient, Hill Start NOTICE
4
off Control Pro is activated auto- Only motorcycles without Key-
matically. 77
Switch on the ignition. less Ride have a separate remote
To turn off automatic Hill Start key for the central locking system
Call up the Settings menu
Control Pro, select Off. and alarm system.
and then select the HSC AUTO
The selected setting is retained
menu item. Alternative: press button 1 on
even after the ignition is turned

Operation
off. the remote key.
The storage compartments in
Central locking system the side trim panels and the
cases are locked.
Locking The locks can no longer be z
with central locking system OE unlocked manually.
The locked symbol appears
on the display.

with anti-theft alarm system

To turn on automatic Hill Start (DWA) OE
Control Pro, select On. The functions of the remote
White Hill Start Control in- key for the anti-theft alarm sys-
dicator light appears on the tem are described in the corre-
display. sponding chapter.
When applying the brake for Turn on ignition and press but-
approximately one second af- ton 3.
ter the vehicle has come to a
 Unlocking tem are described in the corre- with storage compartment OE
4 with central locking system OE sponding chapter.
with ground light OA
78
The ground light will be turned
on briefly if the remote key is
used to unlock the vehicle with
the ignition turned off.
Operation

Emergency release
with central locking system OE

If the central locking system Turn the key in the storage

z can no longer be opened, you compartment lock to the in-
Turn on ignition and press but- can open the cases and storage termediate position between
ton 3. compartments manually as fol- LOCK and the position of the
Alternative: press button 2 on lows: dot.
the remote key. Open case ( 151). Press in lock barrel.
The storage compartments in Storage compartment flap pops
the side trim panels and the up.
cases are unlocked.
Locks that were already locked Logon of remote keys
manually must also be un- with central locking system OE
locked again manually. with anti-theft alarm system
with anti-theft alarm system (DWA) OE
(DWA) OE without Keyless Ride OE
The functions of the remote
key for the anti-theft alarm sys-
If a remote key has been mis- Press button 2 on the remote Release buttons 1 and 2.
laid and a replacement acquired key three times. LED 3 is illuminated. 4
or if you are going to use an ad- One acoustic signal sounds. Actuate the 1 button or 2 but-
79
ditional remote key, you must Turn on the ignition within ten ton.
invariably log on all the remote seconds. One acoustic signal sounds
keys in the set. You can now proceed to log on and LED 3 goes out.
Enable logon of the remote all the remote keys. To complete logon:
keys as follows: Step through the following pro- Turn off ignition.

Operation
cedure with each remote key in Three acoustic signals are is-
Switch on the ignition. turn: sued.
Logon is also ended
when four remote keys have z
been logged on.
if you have logged on the first
remote key and then do not
press a button within approxi-
mately 30 seconds.

Synchronizing the
remote-control units
Press button 2 on the remote Press and hold down buttons 1 with central locking system OE
key three times. and 2 until LED 3 stops flash- with anti-theft alarm system
One acoustic signal sounds. ing. (DWA) OE
Turn off the ignition within ten LED 3 flashes for about ten without Keyless Ride OE
seconds. seconds.
 If the central locking system If the LED lamp on the remote-
4 stops responding to the sig- control unit fails to light up when
nals from a remote control unit a button is pressed, or only lights
80
then the unit will need to be up briefly:
resynchronized. This scenario Replace the battery in the
can arise (for example) after the remote-control unit.
remote-control unit's buttons
have been pressed frequently
Operation

while the unit was beyond the

range of the alarm system. Press and hold down buttons 1
The procedure for synchroniz- and 2 until LED 3 stops flash-
ing the remote controls is as ing.
z follows: LED 3 flashes for about ten
Switch on the ignition. seconds.
Release buttons 1 and 2.
LED 3 is illuminated.
Press button 1 or button 2. Open lid of battery compart-
LED 3 goes out. ment 1.
Dispose of the old battery in
Replacing battery in the accordance with legal regula-
remote-control unit tions. Do not dispose of the
with central locking system OE battery in the household waste.
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA) OE
without Keyless Ride OE
 Call up the Handle heat.
ATTENTION menu. 4
Unsuitable or improperly in- 81
serted batteries
Component damage
Use a battery compliant with
the manufacturer's specifica-

Operation
tions.
When inserting the battery,
make sure that the polarity is Press button 1 twice.
correct. LED 3 flashes for a few sec-
onds. z
Insert the new battery with the The grips have five-stage heat-
positive side up. The remote-control is again
ready to be used. ing. Stage five is for heating the
Battery type and battery grips quickly. It is advisable to
voltage Handle heat. switch back to a lower stage as
soon as the grips are warm.
for remote key Operating the grip heating Select the desired heating
CR 2032 Start engine. stage.
The LED on the remote control NOTICE
lights up; the remote control
has to be synchronized. The heated grips option can only
be activated when the engine is
running.
4 NOTICE

82 Seat heating can be activated

only when the engine is
running.
Call up the Seat heating
menu.
Operation

Symbol 1 appears on the display Symbol 1 appears on the display,

indicating that the grip heating is indicating that the seat heating is
z turned on. ON.

If this warning symbol is If this warning symbol is

displayed, the vehicle volt- displayed, the vehicle volt-
age is low. If applicable, the han- age is low. If applicable, the seat
dlebar grip heating might have heating might have been tem-
been temporarily switched off. porarily switched off.
The rider's seat has five-stage
Seat heating heating. Stage five is for heating Passenger seat heating
the seat quickly: it is advisable to Start engine.
Rider's seat heating switch back to a lower stage as
Start engine. soon as the seat is warm. NOTICE
Select the desired heating
Seat heating can be activated
stage.
only when the engine is
running.
 back to the first stage as soon as heating might have been tem-
the seat is warm. porarily switched off. 4
2 Switch in middle position:
Heating off. Seat 83
3 Switch in one-dot position: Removing seat
50 % heating output.
4 Switch in two-dot position:
100 % heating output.

Operation
Select desired heating level
with switch 1.
z

Open left case.

Actuate unlocking mecha-
nism 1 and raise seat at rear.
Symbol 1 appears on the display,
indicating that the rear seat heat-
ing is ON.
The passenger seat has two-
If this warning symbol is
stage heating. The second stage
displayed, the vehicle volt-
is used for heating the seat
age is low. If applicable, the seat
quickly. It is advisable to switch
 Install seat Lower the rear of the seat and
4 engage the seat in the latching
mechanism.
84
Storage compartments
with storage compartment OE

Operating the storage

Operation

compartment
Disconnect plug 2 of the seat with central locking system OE
heating and remove the seat. Connect plug connection 2 of Open the central locking sys-
z Place the seat, upholstered the seat heating. tem, if necessary.
side down, on a clean surface.

Position the seat with Turn key in the storage com-

mounts 3 in rubber buffers 4 partment lock to the position
on left and right. indicated by the dot.
 Press the unlocked lock barrel
to open the flap. 4
The description applies analo-
gously to the storage compart- 85
ment on the right side.

ATTENTION

Operation
High temperatures in storage
compartments
Damage to stored items or de-
vices
Refer to the device operating z
instructions for possible usage
restrictions.
Do not place objects that are
sensitive to heat in the storage
compartment during the sum-
mer.
z
86
4

Operation
Setting
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
5
87
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Wind deflection wing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Setting
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

z
 Mirrors activates. The windshield is
5 Adjusting mirrors
stopped and moves upwards
slightly. After several seconds,
88 the windshield will attempt to
move to the end position again.
The proper functioning of the
pressure-sensitive finger guard
system cannot be ensured if a
Setting

windshield that has not been ap-

Press button 1 at the top to proved by BMW Motorrad has
z raise the windshield. been installed.
In this case: Ensure the clear-
Move mirror into desired posi- NOTICE ance of the windshield before
tion by pressing it lightly. switching off the ignition.
The button symbol may be dif-
Windshield ferent from the figure shown.

Adjusting the windshield Press button 1 at the bottom

to lower the windshield.
Switch on the ignition.
Turn off ignition.
When driving off, the wind-
The windshield automatically
shield automatically moves to
moves to the lower end posi-
its last position before the igni-
tion.
tion was turned off.
If the windshield encounters re-
sistance before reaching the
end position, the pressure-
sensitive finger guard system
Wind deflection wing rider. While doing so, observe
Adjusting the wind
the outer stop. 5
deflection wing Clutch 89

Adjusting clutch lever

WARNING

Setting
Modified position of the
clutch fluid reservoir
Turn adjusting wheel 1 into
Air in the clutch system desired position. z
Do not turn the handlebar fit-
ting on the handlebar. NOTICE

WARNING WARNING The adjustment wheel can be

turned more easily if you press
Adjusting the slipstream de- Adjusting the clutch lever the clutch lever forward when
flectors. while driving doing so.
Accident hazard Accident hazard Four settings are available:
Only adjust the slipstream de- Adjust the clutch lever when Position 1: smallest distance
flectors when the motorcycle is the motorcycle is stationary. between handlebar grip and
stationary.
clutch lever.
Turn the wind deflection Position 4: largest distance
wing 1 inwards or outwards between handlebar grip and
to adjust the wind flow for the clutch lever.
 Brakes
5 Adjust brake lever
90
WARNING
Modified position of the
brake fluid reservoir
Air in the brake system
Setting

Do not turn the handlebar fit-

ting on the handlebar. Turn adjusting wheel 1 into
z desired position.
WARNING
NOTICE
Adjusting the brake lever
while driving The adjustment wheel can be
Accident hazard turned more easily if you press
Only adjust the brake lever the handbrake lever forward
when the motorcycle is when doing so.
stationary. Four settings are available:
Position 1: smallest distance
between handlebar grip and
brake lever.
Position 4: largest distance
between handlebar grip and
brake lever.
Riding
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
6
91
Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Always before riding off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
At every third refueling stop . . . . . . . . . 94

Riding
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 z
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Securing motorcycle for trans-
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
 Safety information Correct loading Speed
6 Rider's Equipment If you ride at high speed, always
WARNING bear in mind that various bound-
92 Do not ride without the correct
Reduced riding stability ary conditions can adversely af-
clothing. Always wear:
caused by overloading and fect the handling of your motor-
Helmet
uneven loading cycle:
Rider's suit
Accident hazard Incorrect settings of spring-
Gloves strut and shock absorber sys-
Riding

Boots Do not exceed the gross

tem
weight limit and observe the
This applies even to short loading information. Imbalanced load
z Loose clothing
journeys, and to every season
Adjust spring preload, Insufficient tire inflation pres-
of the year. Your authorized
suspension damping rate sure
BMW Motorrad retailer will be
settings and tire inflation Poor tire tread
happy to advise you and has
pressures for the current gross
the correct clothing for every Etc.
motorcycle weight.
purpose.
Make sure that weight is uni- with running board OE
ATTENTION formly distributed between Riding with running boards
right and left.
Use of materials that leave a There is not a footbrake lever on
Pack heavy pieces of luggage
stain (e.g., blue jeans) on the the running board!
and cargo as low and as close
seat Please see the "Technology in
to the center of the motorcycle
Discoloration of the seat detail" ( 108) chapter for more
as possible.
information about the partially
Avoid contact with materials Observe maximum payload and
integral brake.
that leave a stain. maximum speed as indicated
on label in case.
 Do not run the engine in Do not run the fuel tank dry.
NOTICE closed rooms. Do not run the engine with the 6
As it is only possible to brake spark-plug cap removed.
Burn hazard 93
at the brake lever, observe the Stop the engine immediately if
maximum speed for trips with it misfires.
CAUTION Use unleaded fuel only.
running boards:
Intense heating up of engine Comply with all specified main-
Top speed tenance intervals.

Riding
and exhaust system while
riding
Burn hazard ATTENTION
with running board OE z
After parking the motorcycle,
max 112 mph (max 180 km/h) make sure that no persons Unburned fuel in the catalytic
(Maximum speed when riding or objects come into contact converter
with running boards) with the engine and exhaust Damage to catalytic converter
system. Note the points listed for
Risk of poisoning protection of the catalytic
Exhaust fumes contain carbon Catalytic converter converter.
monoxide, which is colorless and There is a danger of overheating
odorless but highly toxic. and damage if misfiring causes Danger of overheating
unburned fuel to enter the cat-
WARNING ATTENTION
alytic converter.
Harmful exhaust gas For this reason, observe the fol- Engine idling for a lengthy
Danger of suffocation lowing points: period while at a standstill
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
 Overheating due to insufficient Always before riding off Starting
6 cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
Check operation of the brake Starting engine
fire
94 system. Switch on the ignition.
Do not allow the engine to idle
Check operation of the lighting Pre-Ride Check in progress.
unnecessarily.
and signal system. ( 95)
After starting, ride off
Check clutch function ( 127). ABS self-diagnosis is being
immediately.
Checking tire tread depth performed. ( 95)
Riding

Manipulation ( 129). DTC self-diagnosis is per-

Check secure hold of cases formed. ( 96)
z ATTENTION and luggage. Engage neutral, or pull back
clutch lever if a gear is en-
Modifications to the motor- At every third refueling gaged.
cycle (e.g. engine control stop
unit, throttle valves, clutch) NOTICE
Damage to the affected parts, Check engine oil level ( 122).
failure of safety-relevant func- Check front brake pad thick- You cannot start the motorcycle
tions, expiration of warranty ness ( 124). with the side stand extended and
Do not make any Check rear brake pad thickness a gear engaged. The engine will
modifications. ( 124). switch itself off if it is started with
Checking front brake fluid level the transmission in neutral and
Observe checklist ( 125). then a gear is engaged before
Checking rear brake fluid level retracting the side stand.
Use the following checklist to
( 126). For cold starts and at low am-
check your motorcycle at regu-
Check coolant level ( 127). bient temperatures: pull lever
lar intervals.
 to disengage clutch and twist Consult the troubleshooting If the universal warning light fails
throttle grip slightly. chart if the engine refuses to to appear in the display: 6
start. ( 162)
WARNING 95
Pre-Ride Check
Faulty general warning light.
After the ignition has been turned
on, the instrument panel per- Lack of display of malfunctions.
forms a test of the indicator and Check that the 'General' warn-

Riding
warning lights of the ABS, the ing light comes on, and that it
ASC, the universal warning light shows red and yellow.
and the indicators. The logo is Have the malfunction corrected z
shown in the display during this. as soon as possible at an
Press starter button 1. authorized service facility,
Phase 1 preferably an authorized
NOTICE The ABS indicator and BMW Motorrad Retailer.
warning light light up.
The starting attempt is automati- ABS self-diagnosis
cally interrupted if battery voltage The general warning light
lights up yellow. The self-diagnosis routine checks
is too low. Recharge the battery whether the BMW Motorrad In-
before you attempt to start the tegral ABS is ready for opera-
engine again, or use jumper ca- Phase 2
The ABS indicator and tion. The self-diagnosis routine
bles and a donor battery to start. launches automatically when you
More detailed information can warning light light up.
switch on the ignition.
be found in the "Maintenance" The general warning light
chapter under "Jump-starting". lights up red.
Engine starts.
 Phase 1 It remains possible to continue Phase 2
6 Check on system components riding. Please be aware that Checking the diagnosable sys-
monitored by diagnostic sys- neither the ABS function nor tem components while driving.
96 the integral function is avail-
tem while motorcycle is parked. The engine must be running
The ABS indicator and able. and the motorcycle must be
warning light flashes. Have the malfunction corrected moving at a speed of at least
as soon as possible at an 3 mph (5 km/h) in order for the
Phase 2 authorized service facility, DTC self-diagnosis to com-
Riding

Check wheel sensors while preferably an authorized plete.

starting off. The motorcycle BMW Motorrad Retailer. The DTC indicator light
z must be ridden at a speed of flashes slowly.
at least 3 mph (5 km/h) so that
DTC self-diagnosis
the ABS self-diagnosis can be The self-diagnosis routine DTC self-diagnosis
completed. is determining whether completed
The ABS indicator and BMW Motorrad DTC is ready for The DTC symbol is no longer
warning light flashes. operation. The self-diagnosis displayed.
routine runs automatically when
ABS self-diagnosis you switch on the ignition. If an DTC error is displayed after
completed the DTC self-diagnosis is com-
Phase 1 pleted:
The ABS indicator and warning
Check on system components It remains possible to continue
light goes out.
monitored by diagnostic sys- riding. It must be noted that
If an ABS error is displayed after tem while motorcycle is parked. the DTC function is not avail-
the ABS self-diagnosis is com- The DTC indicator light able.
pleted: flashes slowly. Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
 authorized service facility, Tires
preferably an authorized
Engine run-in speed
New tires have a smooth sur- 6
BMW Motorrad Retailer. face. This must be roughened by 97
no full throttle (Mileage riding in a restrained manner at
Breaking in 0...621 miles (0...1000 km)) various heel angles until the tires
Engine Have the first break-in service are run in. This running in proce-
While running in the motorcy- performed after 300 – 750 mls dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.

Riding
cle, vary the throttle opening (500 - 1200 km).
and engine-speed range fre- WARNING
quently; avoid driving for long Brake pads
z
periods at a constant speed. New brake pads must be run in Loss of adhesion of new tires
Try to do most of your rid- before they achieve their opti- on wet roads and at extreme
ing during this initial period on mum friction force. This initial angles
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- reduction in braking efficiency Accident hazard
ing highways if possible. can be compensated for by ex- Always think well ahead and
Observe the engine run-in erting greater pressure on the avoid extreme angles.
speeds. brake levers.

Engine run-in speed WARNING

New brake pads
<5000 min-1 (Mileage Extension of the braking distance,
0...186 miles (0...300 km)) accident hazard
<6500 min-1 (Mileage Brake early.
186...621 miles
(300...1000 km))
 Brakes brake pressure is generated as Loss of braking action. Destruc-
6 How do you achieve
quickly as possible and with great tion of the brakes caused by
force, dynamic load distribution overheating.
98 the shortest stopping lags behind the progressive in- Apply the front wheel brake
distances? creases in deceleration rate and and use the engine brake.
The dynamic load distribution be- the braking force cannot be com-
tween the front and rear wheel pletely transferred to the road DANGER
changes during braking. The surface.
Riding

heavier you brake, the greater BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre- Driving with overheated
the weight transfer to the front vents the front wheel from lock- brakes
z wheel. Increases in the load on ing. Risk of accident due to brake
an individual wheel are accom- failure
panied by a rise in the effective Brake force display Adapt driving style.
braking force that the wheel can If the rider brakes heavily, the Use the engine brake to avoid
provide. turn signal lamps are turned on frequent braking.
To achieve the shortest possi- in addition to the brake light in
ble braking distance, the front order to warn road users behind WARNING
brake must be applied quickly with a larger display area.
and with progressively greater Failure to observe mainte-
levels of force. This procedure Descending mountain nance intervals
provides ideal exploitation of the passes Accident hazard
extra weight transfer to the front Comply with the maintenance
wheel. The clutch should also WARNING intervals applicable for the
be disengaged at the same time. brakes.
Braking only with the rear-
With the frequently instructed wheel brake when descend-
"forced braking," in which the ing mountain passes.
Wet, soiled brakes Brake early until the full braking is still possible to exceed those
Moisture and dirt on the brake action is available again. limits through misjudgments or 6
disks and the brake pads result in riding errors. In extreme cases
ABS Pro this my result in a fall. 99
a decrease in the braking action.
Delayed or poorer braking action Physical riding limits
Use on public roads
must be expected in the follow-
ing situations: WARNING ABS Pro helps make riding your
When driving in the rain and motorcycle on public roads even

Riding
Braking in curves safer. When braking due to
through puddles. Danger of falling despite ABS Pro unexpected hazards in curves,
After washing the motorcycle. The rider is always responsi-
When driving on roads spread
locking-up and slipping of the z
ble for adapting his/her driving wheels is prevented within the
with salt. style. scope of the physical riding
After working on the brakes Do not reduce the system's ex- limits.
due to oil or grease residues. tra safety margin with careless
When driving on soiled roads riding or unnecessary risks. NOTICE
or offroad.
ABS Pro is available in all riding ABS Pro was not developed
modes. to increase the individual brak-
WARNING ing performance in the inclined
Falling cannot be excluded position.
Poorer braking action due to
moisture and dirt Although ABS Pro represents
valuable support and an enor-
Accident hazard
mous safety advantage for the
Brake until brakes are dry or
rider when braking in the inclined
clean; clean if necessary.
position, it by no means rede-
fines the physical riding limits. It
 Parking your If the slope of the road permits, Do not sit on the motorcycle
6 motorcycle turn the handlebars to the left. while it is resting on the center
On a grade, the motorcycle stand.
100 Side stand should always face uphill; se- Fold out center stand and jack
Switch off engine. lect 1st gear. up motorcycle.
ATTENTION Center stand
Refueling
with center stand OE
Riding

Poor ground conditions in Fuel specifications

area of stand Switch off engine. Requirement
Component damage cause by
z For optimal fuel economy, the
tipping over ATTENTION
Always check that the ground gasoline should be sulfur-free or
under the stand is level and Poor ground conditions in very low in sulfur content.
firm. area of stand
Component damage cause by
Fold out side stand and park ATTENTION
tipping over
motorcycle. Always check that the ground Refueling with leaded fuel
under the stand is level and Damage to catalytic converter
ATTENTION
firm. Do not refuel with leaded gaso-
Loading of the side stand line or gasoline with metallic
with additional weight ATTENTION additives, e.g. manganese or
Component damage cause by iron.
tipping over Center stand folds if subject
to sharp movements.
Do not sit on the motorcycle ATTENTION
when it is parked on the side Component damage cause by
stands. tipping over Use of Ethanol E85 as fuel
Damage to the engine and fuel
supply ATTENTION
6
Do not refuel with E85, i.e. Contact of fuel and plastic
fuel with an ethanol content 101
surfaces
of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel. Damage to surfaces (become
unattractive or cloudy)
Recommended fuel qual-
Immediately clean plastic sur-
ity

Riding
faces after contact with fuel.
Super unleaded (max. 15 % Park motorcycle, ensuring that
ethanol, E15) support surface is firm and WARNING z
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) level.
90 AKI Open protective cap. Escaping of fuel due to ex-
pansion under exposure to
Refueling procedure heat with overfilled fuel tank
Accident hazard
WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Fuel is highly flammable Refuel with a fuel meeting the
Fire and explosion hazard specifications below, continu-
Do not smoke. Never bring ing until fuel is no higher than
a naked flame near the fuel lower edge of filler neck.
tank.
NOTICE
Unlock fuel tank with ignition
If refueling is carried out after
key and fold up.
running on fuel reserve, the re-
sulting filling capacity must be
 greater than the fuel reserve so Make sure ground is level and
6 that the new fill level is detected WARNING firm and place motorcycle on
and the fuel reserve indicator Fuel is highly flammable side stand.
102 light is switched off.
Fire and explosion hazard NOTICE
Do not smoke. Never bring
Usable fuel quantity
a naked flame near the fuel The available fuel tank capacity
tank. can only be used optimally when
Riding

Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l) the motorcycle is standing up-

WARNING right on the side stand.
Reserve fuel quantity
z Escaping of fuel due to ex-
with Keyless Ride OE
pansion under exposure to Switch off ignition ( 53).
Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l) heat with overfilled fuel tank
NOTICE
Press fuel tank cap down firmly Accident hazard
to close. Do not overfill the fuel tank. After the ignition is switched off,
Remove vehicle key and close the fuel filler cap can be opened
protective cap. ATTENTION within the specified run-on time
even without the radio-operated
Refueling procedure Contact of fuel and plastic key being within the reception
with Keyless Ride OE surfaces area.
Damage to surfaces (become
Requirement unattractive or cloudy) After-running period for
Steering lock is unlocked. Immediately clean plastic sur- opening the fuel filler cap
faces after contact with fuel.
2 min
 There are 2 ways to open the Version 2
fuel filler cap: with Keyless Ride OE 6
Within the after-running period.
Requirement 103
After the after-running period
expires. After run-on time expires

Version 1 Bring radio-operated key into

with Keyless Ride OE reception range.

Riding
Slowly pull up lug 1.
Requirement The indicator light for the
Refuel with a fuel meeting the
Within the run-on time radio-operated key flashes as
specifications above, continu-
z
long as the radio-operated key
ing until fuel is no higher than
is being searched for.
lower edge of filler neck.
Slowly pull lug 1 of fuel filler
cap upward again. NOTICE
Fuel filler cap unlocked.
Open fuel filler cap completely. If refueling is carried out after
running on fuel reserve, the re-
sulting filling capacity must be
greater than the fuel reserve so
that the new fill level is detected
Slowly pull lug 1 of fuel filler and the fuel reserve indicator
cap upward. light is switched off.
Fuel filler cap unlocked.
Open fuel filler cap completely.
 steering lock is locked or dur- Secure the motorcycle against
6 NOTICE ing starting. tipping to the side, preferably
The "usable fuel quantity" spec- with the assistance of a second
104 Securing motorcycle person.
ified in the technical data is the
fuel quantity, which can be re- for transport Push motorcycle onto transport
fueled if the fuel tank was com- Protect against scratching all surface, and do not place on
pletely emptied, i.e., if the engine components where tensioning side stand or center stand.
dies off due to lack of fuel.
Riding

straps are routed. For exam-

ple, use adhesive tape or soft
Usable fuel quantity cloths.
z
Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

Press fuel filler cap of fuel tank
ATTENTION
down firmly.
Fuel filler cap audibly engages. Improper placement of the
Fuel filler cap automatically ATTENTION tensioning straps
locks after run-on time expires. Damage to brake lines, cables,
Motorcycle tips to the side
The engaged fuel filler cap bearings and trim panels
when raising
locks immediately when the Route tensioning straps care-
Component damage cause by
fully.
tipping over
Protect painted components
from scratching with a cloth. 6
Pass the straps on left 105
and right through the front
suspension and strap the
motorcycle down.

Riding
z

Place straps at rear on both

sides on rear frame and ten-
sion.
Do not pull the straps over the
footrests.
Tighten all straps evenly.
z
6

Riding
106
Technology in detail
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
7
107
Antilock Braking System (ABS) . . . . 108
Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Technology in detail
Electronic chassis and suspension
adjustment (D-ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Tire pressure control
(TPC/RDC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
z
 General notes situation occurs, ABS intervenes
7 More information on the topic of
ATTENTION and adjusts the brake pressure
Attempt at a burn-out de- to the maximum transferrable
108 technology is available at:
spite integral function braking force. This enables the
bmw-motorrad.com/technol- wheels to continue to turn and
ogy Damage to rear-wheel brake and
maintains driving stability regard-
clutch
less of the road surface condi-
Antilock Braking Do not perform burn-out.
tion.
Technology in detail

System (ABS)
How does ABS work? What happens when
Partially integral brake The maximum braking force that rough roads are
Your motorcycle is equipped with can be transferred to the road
a partially integral brake configu-
encountered?
surface is partially dependent on
ration. Both front and rear brakes the friction coefficient of the road Bumpy or rough roads can briefly
are applied simultaneously when surface. Gravel, ice, snow and lead to a loss of contact be-
you pull the handbrake lever. wet roads offer a considerably tween the tires and the road sur-
The footbrake lever acts only on poorer friction coefficient than a face, until the transferable brak-
the rear brake. dry, clean asphalt surface. The ing force is reduced to zero. If
z The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS poorer the friction coefficient of braking is carried out in this sit-
adapts the braking force distribu- the road surface is, the longer uation, ABS must reduce the
tion between the front and rear the braking distance will be. brake pressure to ensure driv-
wheel brake to the loading of the ing stability when restoring con-
If the maximum transferrable
motorcycle during braking. tact to the road. At this point in
braking force is exceeded when
time, the BMW Motorrad Integral
the driver increases the brake
ABS must assume extremely low
pressure, the wheels begin to
friction coefficients (gravel, ice,
lock and driving stability is lost,
snow) so that the running wheels
and a fall can result. Before this
turn in every imaginable case and Lifting off rear wheel What are the design
the driving stability is ensured. Even during severe braking, a characteristics of the 7
After detecting the actual con- high level of tire grip can mean BMW Motorrad Integral
ditions, the system adjusts the 109
that the front wheel does not ABS?
optimum brake pressure. lock up until very late, if at all. The BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
Consequently, ABS does not in-
How is the BMW Motorrad ensures driving stability on any
tervene until very late, if at all. surface within the limits of driving
Integral ABS noticeable to Under these circumstances the

Technology in detail
the rider? physics. The system is not op-
rear wheel can lift off the ground, timized for special requirements
If the ABS system must reduce and the outcome can be a high- resulting under extreme weather
the braking forces due to the siding situation in which the mo- conditions offroad or on the race-
conditions described above, then torcycle can flip over. track.
vibrations can be felt at the hand-
brake lever. WARNING Special situations
If the handbrake lever is pulled, To detect the tendency of the
Lifting off of the rear wheel
then braking pressure is built up wheels to lock up, the speeds
due to heavy braking
at the rear wheel with the integral of the front and rear wheel are
Accident hazard z
function. If the footbrake lever is compared. If implausible values
When braking heavily, bear in
first actuated after this, the brake are detected over a longer period
mind that the ABS control can-
pressure already built up can be of time, the ABS function is de-
not always be relied on to pre-
felt earlier than the counter-pres- activated for safety reasons and
vent the rear wheel from lifting
sure, than when the footbrake an ABS fault is indicated. The
off the ground.
lever is actuated before or to- condition for a fault code is the
gether with the handbrake lever. completed self-diagnosis.
In addition to problems on the
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS,
 unusual driving conditions can To ensure that the ABS is in Further development of
7 also lead to a fault code. a properly maintained condi- ABS to ABS Pro
Unusual driving conditions: tion, it is vital that the specified In the past, the BMW Motorrad
110 service intervals be observed.
Heating up on the main or aux- ABS system provided for a very
iliary stand at idle or with gear high level of safety while brak-
engaged. Reserves for safety
ing during straight-ahead rid-
Rear wheel locked by the en- But remember: the potentially ing. Now ABS Pro also offers
gine brake for a lengthy period, shorter braking distances which
Technology in detail

increased safety even when brak-

for example while descending BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- ing in curves. ABS Pro prevents
on a loose surface. mits must not be used as an ex- locking-up of the wheels even
cuse for careless riding. ABS is in case of rapid brake actuation.
Should a fault code result due to primarily a means of ensuring a ABS Pro reduces abrupt changes
one of the driving conditions de- safety margin in genuine emer- in steering forces, especially dur-
scribed above, the ABS function gencies. ing panic braking, and therefore
can be reactivated by switching Be careful in curves! When you decreases the risk of unwanted
the ignition off and then on again. apply the brakes on a corner, wheelies occurring.
the motorcycle's weight and
z How important is regular
momentum take over and even ABS control
maintenance? BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is From a technical standpoint,
unable to counteract their effects. ABS Pro adjusts the ABS con-
WARNING
trol to the angle of inclination of
Failure to have maintenance the motorcycle in dependence
performed on the brake sys- on the respective riding situa-
tem regularly. tion. Signals for the roll and yaw
Accident hazard rate and the lateral acceleration
are used to determine the incli-
nation of the motorcycle. The Dynamic Traction What is the design
signals come from the yaw rate Control (DTC) baseline for 7
sensor, which is already used for BMW Motorrad DTC?
Dynamic Traction Control DTC How does DTC work? 111
BMW Motorrad DTC is designed
and for Dynamic ESA. The BMW Motorrad DTC com-
as an assistant system for the
With an increasing inclination, the pares the wheel speeds of the
rider and for use on public roads.
braking pressure gradient is in- front and rear wheel. Differences
The extent to which the rider af-
creasingly limited at the start of in the relative rotation speeds

Technology in detail
fects DTC control can be consid-
braking. This results in a slower allow the system to determine
erable (weight shifts when cor-
pressure buildup. In addition, the the slip rate, and thus the sta-
nering, items of luggage loose on
pressure modulation in the range bility reserves at the rear wheel.
the motorcycle), especially when
of the ABS control is more uni- The engine-management system
style of riding takes rider and ma-
form. adapts the engine torque when
chine close to the limits imposed
the slip limit is exceeded.
Advantages for the driver by physics.
WARNING The system is not optimized for
The advantages of ABS Pro for
the special conditions encoun-
the rider are sensitive response Risky riding style tered under extreme weather
and high braking and riding sta-
Risk of accident despite DTC during off-road and race-track z
bility with the best possible de-
The rider is always responsi- use. You have the option of de-
celeration, even in curves.
ble for adapting his/her driving activating the BMW Motorrad
style. DTC system for these circum-
Do not reduce the system's ex- stances.
tra safety margin with careless
riding or unnecessary risks.
 a replacement value is used for the engine torque until the front
7 WARNING the angle and the DTC function wheel touches the ground again.
Risky riding style is deactivated. In these cases, BMW Motorrad recommends
112 a DTC error is displayed. A that you respond to this condi-
Risk of accident despite DTC
self-diagnosis routine must be tion by twisting back the throttle
The rider is always responsi-
completed before the error will grip somewhat to return to stable
ble for adapting his/her driving
be displayed. dynamic operating conditions as
style.
The BMW Motorrad DTC can quickly as possible.
Technology in detail

Do not reduce the system's ex-

issue an error message under
tra safety margin with careless On a slippery surface, the throt-
the exceptional riding conditions
riding or unnecessary risks. tle grip should never be sud-
outlined below.
Unusual riding conditions: denly twisted back completely
Special situations unless the clutch is disengaged
As lean angles increase, accel- Driving on the rear wheel
(wheelie) for a longer period at the same time. The engine
eration potential is also progres- braking torque can cause the
sively restricted by the laws of with DTC deactivated.
Rear wheel spinning in place rear wheel to slip, resulting in
physics. This can result in re- an unstable driving state. This
duced acceleration when coming with front brake engaged (burn
z out). case cannot be controlled by the
out of very tight curves. BMW Motorrad DTC.
Heating up on an auxiliary
To detect spinning or slipping stand at idle speed or with gear
away of the rear wheel, the engaged.
speeds of the front and rear
wheel are compared and the If the front wheel loses contact
angle is considered, for example. to the ground during extreme
If these values are detected to acceleration, the DTC reduces
be implausible for a long period,
Electronic chassis and riding mode can be changed by Each riding mode affects the
suspension adjustment the rider. behavior of the motorcycle in 7
Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at a different way. DTC can be
(D-ESA) regular intervals when the vehicle switched off in each mode; the
113
Adjustment options is at a standstill and the engine explanations below invariably re-
Using the Dynamic ESA elec- is running to ensure that the sys- fer to conditions with the system
tronic suspension adjustment tem is functioning properly. The switched ON. The last selected
system you can easily adjust your chassis and suspension cannot riding mode is reactivated au-

Technology in detail
motorcycle to the load being car- be adjusted while the system is tomatically after the ignition is
ried and the road condition. being calibrated. switched off and on again.
Using leveling sensor, The following always applies:
Dynamic ESA detects Riding mode The sportier the selected mode,
movements of the running Selection the more directly the engine
gear and responds to them by power can be utilized. At the
Three riding modes allow the
adjusting the damping valves. same time, the level of rider as-
motorcycle's characteristics to
As a result, the chassis and sistance that the DTC system
adapt to the prevailing weather
suspension is adjusted to the offers decreases accordingly.
conditions, the road and traffic,
conditions of the surface. and the rider's style of riding:
Therefore, consider the follow- z
Starting from the ROAD basic set- ing when selecting the riding
RAIN
ting, the comfortable damping mode: The sportier the setting,
ROAD
can also be made more comfort- the more demanding the require-
DYNAMIC ments for the driving skill of the
able with CRUISE.
The chassis and suspension set- rider are!
ting depends on the selected
riding mode. Damping set by the
 RAIN cle remains stable on road sur- Changing setting
7 The engine output is only par- faces with high to moderate co- It is only possible to change
tially available. Power increase efficients of friction (traction) (dry functions in the engine control
114 and wet asphalt as well as dry
when you open the throttle is and the DTC there is no drive
reserved, engine response is cor- cobblestones). Slight rear-wheel torque being applied to the rear
respondingly soft. drift is perceptible. Movements wheel.
The DTC system intervenes early of the tail are clearly perceptible To stop transmission of drive
enough to prevent the rear wheel on slippery road surfaces (wet bi- torque,
Technology in detail

from spinning. On roads with tumen or wet cobblestones). motorcycle must be stopped
high to medium friction coeffi- with the ignition switched on.
cients (dry and wet asphalt to DYNAMIC
dry cobblestones) the vehicle re- The DYNAMIC mode is the or
mains very stable; movements sportiest mode. throttle grip must be twisted
of the tail are clearly perceptible Power increase and engine re- back.
only on slippery roads (wet bitu- sponse are the same as in ROAD
men or wet cobblestones). mode. However, the driver's or
request is implemented much the clutch must be actuated.
z ROAD more directly.
In this mode the full engine DTC system intervention is even First the desired riding mode is
output is available. Power later, which means that even on preselected. The new selection
increase when you open the dry asphalt drifting is possible is not activated until the specified
throttle is more direct than in under sharp acceleration when conditions are present in all af-
RAIN mode, the engine responds cornering. fected systems.
more rapidly. The selection menu does not
DTC system intervention is later disappear in the display until the
than in RAIN mode. The vehi-
riding mode has been switched A fault message is generated if a indicated by the gauges at fill-
over. TPM control unit is fitted but the ing stations will usually vary from 7
wheels have no sensors. those appearing in the multifunc-
Tire pressure control tion display. The warmer the tire, 115
(TPC/RDC) Temperature the more the tester reading ex-
compensation ceeds the display value.
with tire pressure monitor
The inflation pressure within a
(TPM) OE Adjusting inflation
tire is sensitive to temperature:

Technology in detail
Operation it responds to higher tire tem- pressure
peratures by increasing, and to Compare the TPC/RDC value in
A sensor located in each tire
lower temperatures by dropping. the multifunction display with the
monitors the air temperature and
Tire temperature, in turn, varies value on the back cover of the
the inflation pressure inside the
according to the ambient temper- Rider's Manual. The difference
tire and transmits this information
ature as well as in response to between the two values must be
to the control unit.
driving style and trip duration. compensated with the air pres-
The sensors are equipped with a
The tire pressures are shown sure tester at the filling station.
switch that suppresses transmis-
temperature-compensated in the
sion of the measured values until
a speed of approximately 19 mph
multifunction display; they refer Example: According to the z
to a tire temperature of 68 °F Rider's Manual, the tire inflation
(30 km/h) is reached. Before ini- pressure is to be 42 psi (2.9 bar),
(20 °C). No temperature com-
tial reception of the tire pressure, however 39 psi (2.7 bar) is
pensation is available in the in-
­­ is shown in the display for shown in the multifunction
flation pressure gauges at filling
each tire. The sensors continue display. The tester at the filling
stations, meaning that the mea-
to transmit the monitored data station indicates 36 psi (2.5 bar).
sured tire inflation pressure varies
for approx. 15 minutes after the This value must be increased by
according to tire temperature.
motorcycle comes to a stop. 3 psi (0.2 bar) to 39 psi (2.7 bar)
As a result, the pressure figures
 in order to produce the correct Throttle does not have to be leased before the gearshift assis-
7 tire inflation pressure. closed when changing gear tant Pro can execute a new gear
under acceleration. change. When changing gear us-
116 Shift assistant During deceleration and down- ing the gearshift assistant func-
with Gearshift Assistant Pro OE shifts (throttle plate closed) the tion, the throttle setting (throt-
system blips the throttle to ob- tle grip position) must be kept
Pro gearshift assistant tain the correct engine speed. constant before and during the
Your motorcycle is equipped with Shifting times are faster than gear-shift operation. Changing
Technology in detail

a gearshift assistant originally de- when the clutch is used to the accelerator twist-grip position
veloped for racing but now spe- change gears. during the gear-shift operation
cially adapted for touring use. may cause the function to abort
It allows you upshift and down- For the system to detect the rid- and/or the gear change to fail.
shift under almost any load con- er's intention to change gear, the No support is provided by the
ditions and in virtually all engine- gearshift lever previously not op- gearshift assistant during gear
speed ranges without operating erated must be moved against changes made using the clutch.
the clutch or accelerator. the force of the spring by a cer-
tain amount of "overtravel" in the Downshifts
z desired direction with a normal Downshifts are assisted up to
Benefits
to brisk action and held in that the speed at which the engine
70-80 % of all gear changes position until the gear change is
can be performed without us- reaches maximum rpm in the
completed. A further increase of gear to be engaged. Over-
ing the clutch. the force applied to the gearshift
Less movement between pilot revving is thus prevented.
lever during the gear-shift oper-
and pillion due to shorter gear- ation is not necessary. After the
change intervals. gear change is completed, the
gearshift lever must be fully re-
 continuously operate the brake Behavior when the vehicle is
Maximum engine speed
lever. When Hill Start Control Pro rolling or slipping 7
is activated, pressure builds up in The brake pressure increases
the rear brake system so that the 117
max 8500 min-1 when the vehicle is rolling with
motorcycle remains stationary on Hill Start Control Pro active.
a sloping surface. If the rear wheel slips, the
Upshifts
The brake pressure in the brake brake is released again after
Upshifting is supported until system depends on the gradient. approx. 1 m. This prevents

Technology in detail
the idling speed is reached in The effect of brake pressure slipping down the hill with
the target gear. on behavior when driving off the rear wheel locked up, for
This prevents the idling speed example.
Stopping on a slight incline
from being dropped below.
builds up only a small amount
of brake pressure. The brake Releasing the brake when
Idle speed is released quickly when driving stopping the engine
off, making it possible to drive Hill Start Control Pro is
off more smoothly. Additional deactivated when the engine
900±50 min-1 (Engine at oper-
turning of the throttle grip is is switched off using the
ating temperature) z
hardly necessary. emergency-off switch or when
Stopping on a steeper slope the side stand is folded out.
Hill Start Control increases the amount of brake In addition to indicator and warn-
Hill Start Control function pressure built up. The brake ing lights, the following vehicle
Hill Start Control Pro prevents is a bit slower to release when behavior should make the driver
uncontrolled rollback on slopes driving off. More torque is re- aware that Hill Start Control Pro
by intervening specifically in the quired to drive off, making ad- is deactivated:
partial integral ABS brake sys- ditional turning of the throttle
tem without the driver having to grip necessary.
 Brake warning jerk
7 The brake is released briefly
and is immediately reactivated.
118
This causes a jerking behavior
that the driver can feel.
The partial integral ABS brake
system sets a speed of approx.
3 km/h.
Technology in detail

The driver must brake the vehi-

cle manually.
After two minutes, or when the
brake is applied, Hill Start Con-
trol Pro is deactivated com-
pletely.

NOTICE
z When the ignition is switched off,
the holding pressure is built up
immediately and without brake
warning jerk.
Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
8
119
Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Maintenance
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 z
Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
 General instructions Tool kit Front wheel stand
8 The 'Maintenance' chapter de- Standard tool kit Mounting front-wheel
120 scribes work involving the check- stand
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with ATTENTION
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are Use of the BMW Motorrad
front wheel stand without an
Maintenance

to be taken into account for

assembly, these are listed. An additional center or auxiliary
overview of all required tightening stand
torques is contained in the Component damage cause by
chapter "Technical Data". tipping over
Information on additional main- 1 Screwdriver handle Place the motorcycle on the
z tenance and repair work is pro- 2 Reversible screwdriver in- center stand or an auxiliary
vided in the Repair Manual for sert stand before lifting it with the
your vehicle on DVD, which you Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 BMW Motorrad front wheel
can obtain from your authorized 3 Torx wrench, T25/T30 stand.
BMW Motorrad retailer. T25 on short end, T30 on Use basic stand with part
long end number (83 30 0 402 241) in
Special tools and thorough spe- Replacing high beam combination with front-wheel
cialized knowledge are required light source ( 136). adapter (83 30 0 402 243).
to carry out some of the work Removing the license Make sure ground is level and
described here. If you are in plate carrier. firm and place motorcycle on
doubt, consult an authorized its center stand.
workshop, preferably your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
 8
121

Maintenance
Loosen locating screws 1.
Slide the two support bars 2 ATTENTION ATTENTION
outward, continuing until the The left mounting pin moves Center stand retracts if mo-
front wheel suspension fits be- too much torcycle is lifted too high.
tween them. z
Damage to the sensor ring of the Component damage cause by
Use locating pins 3 to set front BMW Motorrad Integral ABS tipping over
wheel stand to desired height. Only push the left mounting When raising the motorcy-
Center front wheel stand rela- pin so far inward that it does cle, make sure that the center
tive to front wheel and push it not touch the sensor ring. stand remains on the ground.
against front axle.
Push two mounting pins 2 Apply uniform pressure to push
through triangles of brake front wheel stand down and
caliper support toward the raise motorcycle.
inside so that front wheel can
still be rolled through.
Tighten locating screws 1.
 Engine oil with center stand OE Position oil dipstick on oil filler
8 Check engine oil level
Make sure ground is level and opening, but do not screw in.
firm and place motorcycle at Remove oil dipstick and read
122 fluid level.
WARNING operating temperature on its
center stand.
Engine oil level too low
Risk of accident due to engine Allow engine to idle until fan
seizure starts, then let it continue run-
Maintenance

ning for an additional minute.

Always make sure that the oil
level is correct. Switch off engine and wait for
approximately one minute so
that the oil can drain down.
ATTENTION
Wipe area around oil fill loca-
z Misinterpretation of the oil tion to clean it.
filling quantity, as the oil
level is temperature-depen- Specified level of engine
dent (the higher the tempera- oil
ture, the higher the oil level)
between MIN and MAX mark-
Engine damage
ing (Engine at operating tem-
Only check the oil level after
perature)
a longer journey or when the
engine is warm.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and hold motorcycle at op-
erating temperature vertically. Remove oil dipstick 1 and
clean with a dry cloth.
 Brake system
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up Checking brake operation 8
Make sure ground is level and 123
max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l) (Dif-
firm and park motorcycle.
ference between MIN and
Actuate the handbrake lever.
MAX)
Pressure point must be clearly
If oil level is below MIN mark: perceptible.

Maintenance
Topping up engine oil ( 123). Actuate the footbrake lever.
If oil level is above MAX mark: Pressure point must be clearly
Remove oil dipstick 1.
Have oil level corrected at perceptible.
an authorized service facility, ATTENTION If no clear pressure points are
preferably an authorized perceptible:
Use of too little or too much
BMW Motorrad retailer.
ATTENTION
z
engine oil
Install oil dipstick. Engine damage
Improper working on the
Always make sure that the oil
Topping up engine oil brake system
level is correct.
Endangering of the operating
Park motorcycle, ensuring that Add engine oil up to specified safety of the brake system
support surface is firm and level. Have all work on the brake sys-
level. Check engine oil level ( 122). tem carried out by experts.
Clean area adjacent to oil fill Install oil dipstick.
location. Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
 Check front brake pad Reduced braking action, damage
8 thickness to the brake
Make sure ground is level and In order to ensure the operat-
124 ing reliability of the brake sys-
firm and park motorcycle.
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Maintenance

Have the brake pads replaced

at an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
Front brake-pad wear
BMW Motorrad retailer.
limit
Check rear brake pad
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
z (Only friction material without thickness
Visually inspect left and right carrier plate. The wear mark- Make sure ground is level and
brake pads to determine their ings (grooves) must be clearly firm and park motorcycle.
thickness. Viewing direction: visible.)
between wheel and front
suspension toward brake If the wear indicators are no
pads 1. longer clearly visible:

WARNING
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness
 Reduced braking action, damage
to the brake 8
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys- 125
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.

Maintenance
Have the brake pads replaced
at an authorized service facil-
Conduct a visual inspection of ity, preferably an authorized
Rear brake-pad wear
the brake pad thickness. View- BMW Motorrad dealer.
limit
ing direction: from below to-
ward brake pads 1. Checking front brake fluid
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material without level z
carrier plate. The wear mark-
WARNING
ings (grooves) must not be
reached.) Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir
If the wear indicating mark is no Considerably reduced braking
longer visible: performance caused by air in the
brake system
WARNING
Adjust the riding mode imme-
Dropping below the minimum diately until the fault is rectified.
pad thickness Check brake fluid level
regularly.
 Make sure ground is level and Checking rear brake fluid
8 firm and hold motorcycle verti- level
cally.
126 Move handlebars into straight- WARNING
ahead position.
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking
Maintenance

performance caused by air in the

brake system
Front brake fluid level Adjust the riding mode imme-
diately until the fault is rectified.
Check brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4 regularly.
z
The brake fluid level must with center stand OE
Check brake fluid level in front not fall below the MIN mark. Make sure ground is level and
brake-fluid reservoir 1. (Brake fluid reservoir horizon- firm and place motorcycle on
tal, motorcycle standing up- its center stand.
NOTICE right and handlebars straight
ahead.) Make sure ground is level and
The brake fluid level in the brake- firm and hold motorcycle verti-
If brake fluid level falls below the
fluid reservoir drops due to brake cally.
approved level:
pad wear.
Have defect corrected as soon
as possible by an authorized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
 authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer. 8
Clutch 127

Check clutch function

Pull back the clutch lever.
Pressure point must be clearly

Maintenance
perceptible.
If no clear pressure point can be
Read brake fluid level at rear felt:
Rear brake fluid level
brake-fluid reservoir 1. Have the clutch checked by an
NOTICE authorized workshop, preferably
Brake fluid, DOT4 an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
z
The brake fluid level in the brake- The brake fluid level must
fluid reservoir drops due to brake not fall below the MIN mark.
pad wear. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizon- Coolant
tal, motorcycle standing up- Check coolant level
right.)
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
If brake fluid level falls below the
Allow the engine to cool down.
approved level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by an autho-
rized workshop, preferably an
 Tires
8 Checking tire pressure
128
WARNING
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure
Poorer handling characteristic
Maintenance

of motorcycle, reduction of tire

Read off coolant level on ex- service life
Required coolant level Ensure proper tire inflation
pansion tank 1.
pressure.
Between MIN and MAX mark- Make sure ground is level and
z ings on the expansion tank firm and park motorcycle.
(Engine cold) Check tire pressures against
If coolant level drops below ap- data below.
proved level: Tire pressure, front
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by an autho-
rized workshop, preferably an 42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (One-up and
authorized BMW Motorrad re- two-up riding with load; with
tailer. cold tires)
 Checking tire tread depth by the letters TI, TWI or by an
Tire pressure, rear
arrow. 8
WARNING When the minimum tread depth 129
42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (One-up and Riding with heavily worn is reached:
two-up riding with load; with tyres Replace tires concerned.
cold tires) Risk of accident due to poorer
If tire pressure is too low: rideability Wheels

Maintenance
Correct tire pressure. If necessary, replace the tyres Tire recommendation
before the legally specified For every size of tire,
Rims and tires minimum tread depth is BMW Motorrad has tested and
Check wheel rims reached. approved certain makes as
Make sure ground is level and Make sure ground is level and roadworthy. BMW Motorrad
firm and park motorcycle. firm and park motorcycle. cannot evaluate the suitability of z
Subject wheel rims to visual Measure tire tread depth in other tires, and can therefore
inspection for defects. main tread grooves with wear take no responsibility for their
Have damaged rims checked indicating marks. driving safety.
and, if necessary, replaced BMW Motorrad recommends
by a specialist service facil- NOTICE only using the tires tested and
ity, preferably an authorized approved by BMW Motorrad.
Tread wear marks are integrated
BMW Motorrad retailer. Extensive information is
into the main grooves on every
available at your authorized
tire. If the tire tread has worn
BMW Motorrad retailer or on
down to the level of the marks,
the Internet at "www.bmw-
the tire is completely worn. The
motorrad.com".
locations of the marks are indi-
cated on the edge of the tire, e.g.
 Affect of wheel sizes control units can be adapted for On motorcycles equipped with
8 on suspension control the new wheel sizes. TPC/RDC, a corresponding
systems sticker is located on the wheel
130 TPC/RDC sticker rim at the position of the TPC/
The wheel sizes play a major role
with tire pressure monitor RDC sensor. During a tire
in the ABS and DTC suspension-
(TPM) OE change it must be ensured
control systems. The diameter
that the TPC/RDC sensor
and width of the wheels stored
is not damaged. Inform the
Maintenance

in the control unit have particular

BMW Motorrad retailer or the
significance as the basis for all
authorized workshop of the TPC/
necessary calculations. A change
RDC sensor.
in these sizes resulting from con-
version to wheels not installed Removing front wheel
as standard equipment can seri-
z Make sure ground is level and
ously affect the control efficiency
firm and place motorcycle on
of these systems.
its center stand.
The sensor rings are essential
for correct wheel speed detec- ATTENTION
tion; they too must match the
motorcycle's control systems and Improper tire removal
consequently cannot be replaced. Damage to the TPC/RDC sen-
If you want to equip your sors
motorcycle with different wheels, Inform a specialist service
please contact a specialist facility or an authorized
service facility, preferably a BMW Motorrad retailer on the
BMW Motorrad retailer. In some fact that the wheel is equipped
cases the data stored in the with a TPC/RDC sensor.
 Remove cable tie 2. Remove screws 3 of brake
Mask off area of wheel rim that calipers on left and right. 8
could be scratched in process
of removing brake calipers. 131

Maintenance
Remove screws 1 on left and
right.
Pull out the front wheel cover
to the front. Push brake pads 4 apart
slightly by rocking brake z
caliper 5 back and forth against
ATTENTION brake disk 6.
Unintentional pressing to- Carefully pull brake calipers
gether of brake pads back and out until clear of
brake disks.
Component damage when
mounting the brake caliper or
when pressing the brake pads
apart
Do not actuate the brakes with
Unclip retaining clip 1 of the the brake caliper removed.
sensor cable from the brake
line.
 Remove quick-release axle 3
8 while supporting wheel.
Roll front wheel forward to re-
132 move it.

Installing front wheel

WARNING
Maintenance

Use of a wheel which does

Remove screw 1 and take not comply with series speci-
wheel speed sensor out of ATTENTION fications
bore. Incorrect spacing between Malfunctions during control inter-
Raise front of motorcy- the sensor ring and wheel ventions by ABS and DTC
z cle, preferably using a speed sensor caused by Please see the information on
BMW Motorrad front wheel poorly aligned threaded the effect of wheel sizes on the
stand, continuing until the bushing in the front ABS and DTC chassis control
wheel rotates freely. suspension systems at the beginning of
Mounting front-wheel stand Damage to the wheel speed sen- this chapter.
( 120). sor. ABS malfunction
The left clamp fixes the ATTENTION
threaded bushing in position Tightening of screwed con-
and must not be loosened or nections with incorrect tight-
removed. ening torque
Remove right-hand axle clamp- Damage or loosening of screwed
ing screw 2. connections
 Always have the tightening Remove front-wheel stand.
torques checked by a spe- 8
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad 133
retailer.

ATTENTION

Maintenance
Front wheel installation op-
posite the running direction
Accident hazard Lift front wheel and install
quick-release axle 3 with
Observe running direction ar- Insert ABS sensor into socket
torque.
rows on tire or rim. and fit screw 1.
Roll front wheel into front Quick-release axle in z
suspension. threaded bush (wheel Slide the brake calipers onto
carrier) the brake rotors.
37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
Tighten the right-hand axle
clamping screw 2 with the
specified torque.
Clamping screw for
quick-release axle to
wheel carrier
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
8
134

Maintenance

Install securing screws 3 on left Clip retaining clip 1 of the sen- Install front wheel cover and fit
and right with specified torque. sor cable to the brake line. screws 1 on left and right.
Secure new cable tie 2.
Front brake caliper at Removing rear wheel
Remove adhesive tape from
z wheel carrier with center stand OE
wheel rim.
21 lb/ft (28 Nm) Press handbrake lever firmly
Place motorcycle on center
a number of times until resis-
stand, ensuring that it is resting
tance point is noticeable.
on a firm and level support sur-
face.
 Installing rear wheel
8
WARNING
135
Use of a wheel which does
not comply with series speci-
fications
Malfunctions during control inter-

Maintenance
ventions by ABS and DTC
Please see the information on
Remove screws 1. the effect of wheel sizes on the
Fold up license-plate carrier 2. CAUTION
ABS and DTC chassis control
Hot exhaust system systems at the beginning of
Shift into first gear.
Burn hazard this chapter.
z
Do not touch hot exhaust
system. ATTENTION
Remove the five bolts 1 of the Tightening of screwed con-
rear wheel, holding the wheel nections with incorrect tight-
as you do so. ening torque
Lower the rear wheel to the Damage or loosening of screwed
ground and roll out toward rear. connections
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
 Roll and mount rear wheel onto
8 rear wheel support.

136

Maintenance

Folding out license-plate car- Turn wind deflection wing 1

rier 1. out.
Install screws 2. Remove screw 2 and work
Fit five bolts 1 and tighten di- side cover 3 to the rear and
z agonally with specified torque. Light sources remove.
Tighten rear wheel on Replacing high beam light
wheel flange source
Tightening sequence: Tighten NOTICE
crosswise
44 lb/ft (60 Nm) The description below steps you
through the procedure for replac-
ing the left bulb. Replacement is
carried out in the same way on
the right side.
Slacken screw 1.
 with audio system US version
with navigation preparation OE 8
137

Maintenance
Pull off wind deflector 2 to the Turn on ignition and raise
rear. windshield to its highest
position. Remove screws 1.
Remove screw 1. Work speaker unit 2 to the rear
Remove screw 2 and work to remove. z
hand guard 3 to the side to
remove.
Turn off the ignition and wait
until the windshield has moved
to its lowest position.

Remove screws 3 and remove

mount 4.
 Replace defective light source.
8 Bulb for high-beam
138 headlight

H7 12 V 55 W
To protect the glass against
soiling, only grasp the light
Maintenance

source by the base.

Disconnect plug connec- Disconnect plug 2.

tion 3.

Install bulb 4 while ensuring

correct position of lug 5.
Release spring clip 3 at left Insert spring clip 3.
Turn covers 1 counterclock- and right and swing it up.
wise to remove. Remove bulb 4.
 with audio system US version
with navigation preparation OE 8
139

Maintenance
Connect plug 2. Install screws 1.

Connect plug connection 3.

Turn covers 1 clockwise to in- Turn on ignition and raise

stall. windshield to its highest
Set speaker unit in mount 4. position.
Fit hand guard 3 and install
screw 2.
 Install screw 1.
8 Turn off the ignition and wait
until the windshield has moved
140 to its lowest position.
Maintenance

Fit wind deflector 2 from the Fit side cover 3 and install
rear, ensuring that all three lugs screw 2.
are firmly seated in the mount. Align wind deflection wing 1.

z Replace additional LED

Attach mount 4 and fit headlight
screws 3. with additional headlight OE

The auxiliary LED headlight can

only be replaced as a complete
unit.
For details please contact
a specialist service facility,
Tighten screw 1. preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Replacing the LED turn Do not touch parts of the igni-
indicator tion system when the engine is ATTENTION
8
LED turn indicators can be com- running. Jump-starting with a voltage 141
pletely replaced only. higher than 12 V
Please contact a specialist ATTENTION Damage to the motorcycle's
service facility for this pur- Current too high when jump- electronics
pose, preferably an authorized starting the motorcycle The battery of the donor mo-

Maintenance
BMW Motorrad retailer. Cable fire or damage to the mo- torcycle must have a voltage of
torcycle electronics 12 V.
Replace LED tail light
Do not jump-start the motor- Do not disconnect the battery
The LED tail light can only be
cycle using the power socket, from the onboard electrical sys-
completely replaced.
only via the battery terminal. tem when jump-starting the
Please contact a specialist
engine.
service facility for this pur- z
ATTENTION Removing seat ( 83).
pose, preferably an authorized
Allow engine on support mo-
BMW Motorrad retailer. Contact between crocodile torcycle to run while jump-
clips of jump leads and mo- starting.
Jump-starting torcycle Begin by clamping one end of
Danger of short circuit the red jumper cable to the
CAUTION Use jump leads fitted with fully positive terminal of the dis-
insulated crocodile clips at both charged battery and clamping
Touching live parts of the ig-
ends. the other end to the positive
nition system when the en-
gine is running terminal of the donor battery.
Electrocution Then clamp one end of the
black jumper cable to the
 donor battery's negative the battery's service life, and is
8 terminal while connecting also required for warranty claims. NOTICE
the other end to discharged Compliance with the points be- BMW Motorrad has developed a
142 battery's negative terminal. low is important in order to maxi- trickle-charger specially designed
Start engine of motorcycle with mize battery life: for compatibility with the elec-
discharged battery in usual Keep the surface of the battery tronics of your motorcycle. Using
way; if engine does not start, clean and dry. this charger, you can keep the
wait a few minutes before re- Do not open the battery. battery charged during long pe-
Maintenance

peating attempt in order to pro- Do not top up with water. riods when the motorcycle is not
tect starter motor and donor Be sure to read and comply being used without having to dis-
battery. with the instructions for charg- connect the battery from the mo-
Allow both engines to idle for a ing the battery on the following torcycle's onboard systems. Ad-
few minutes before disconnect- pages. ditional information is available at
z ing jumper cables. Do not turn the battery upside your authorized BMW Motorrad
Disconnect jumper cables first down. retailer.
from negative, then from posi-
tive terminal. Charge connected battery
ATTENTION
Install seat ( 84).
Discharging of the connected ATTENTION
Battery battery by the vehicle elec-
Charging the battery con-
Maintenance instructions tronics (e.g. clock)
nected to the vehicle using
Correct battery maintenance Total discharge of battery leading
the battery terminals
combined with proper charging to a rejection of warranty claims
Damage to the motorcycle's
and storage procedures extends During riding breaks of more
electronics
than 4 weeks, connect a
trickle-charger to the battery.
 Disconnect the battery be- able through your authorized Charging disconnected
fore charging on the battery BMW Motorrad retailer. battery 8
terminals. Charge disconnected battery Charge battery using a suitable 143
via onboard socket. charger.
ATTENTION Comply with operating instruc-
NOTICE tions of charger.
A fully discharged battery
must be charged via a power The motorcycle's onboard elec- Once the battery is fully

Maintenance
socket or extra socket. tronics know when the battery charged, disconnect the
Damage to vehicle electronics is fully charged. The onboard charger's terminal clips from
A fully discharged battery (bat- socket is switched off when this the battery terminals.
tery voltage less than 12 V, in- happens.
NOTICE
dicator lights and multifunction Comply with operating instruc-
display remain off when ignition In the case of longer periods
tions of charger. z
is switched on) must always be when the motorcycle is not be-
charged directly at the poles of NOTICE ing used, the battery must be
the disconnected battery. recharged regularly. See the
If you are unable to charge the instructions for caring for your
ATTENTION battery via the onboard socket, battery. Always fully recharge
you may be using a charger that the battery before returning it to
Unsuitable chargers con- is not compatible with your mo- use.
nected to the power socket torcycle's electronics. In this
Damage to charger and vehicle case, charge the battery directly Removing battery
electronics from the terminals of the battery Removing seat ( 83).
Use suitable BMW chargers. disconnected from the vehicle.
The correct charger is avail-
 Install battery
8 Place battery in battery com-
144 partment, positive terminal on
right in direction of travel.
Maintenance

Remove screw 1.
Lift up the cover 2 paying at- ATTENTION
tention to the retaining lugs 3. Incorrect battery disconnec-
tion
z with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA) OE Danger of short circuit
Switch off anti-theft alarm sys- Follow the disconnection ATTENTION
tem if necessary. sequence.
Remove the negative battery Incorrect battery connection
Switch off ignition. cable 1. Danger of short circuit
Detach the protective cap 2 Follow the installation
and remove the positive battery sequence.
cable 3. First install positive battery ca-
Lift the battery up and out; use ble 3.
tilting movements if it is difficult Position protective cap 2.
to move. Then install negative battery
cable 1.
Switch on the ignition. Fuses Consult the fuse assignment
Set time and date in menu
Replace fuse
diagram and replace the defec- 8
Settings - Clock And Set­ tive fuse.
tings - Date. Removing seat ( 83). 145
Remove battery cover ( 144). NOTICE
Turn off ignition.
If the fuses blow frequently, have
the electrical system checked by

Maintenance
an authorized specialized work-
shop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Fasten fuse connector 1.

Installing battery cover

( 145). z
Position cover 1 with the re- Install seat ( 84).
taining lugs 2.
Install screw 3. Disconnect fuse connector 1.
Battery bracket on rear ATTENTION
carrier part
Bypassing defective fuses
6 lb/ft (8 Nm) Risk of short circuit and fire
Do not bypass defective fuses.
Install seat ( 84). Replace defective fuses with
new fuses.
 Fuse assignments Diagnostic connector
8 Removing the diagnostic
146 connector

CAUTION
Incorrect procedure followed
when disconnecting the data
Maintenance

link connector for the On-

Board Diagnostics. Press locking mechanisms 1.
1 40 A Motorcycle experiences malfunc- Unplug the diagnostic connec-
tions tor 2 from the seat bracket 3.
Main fuse
Only have the data link con- The diagnosis and information
2 7.5 A
z nector disconnected by a spe- system interface can be con-
Audio system
cialist workshop or other autho- nected at the diagnostic con-
3 Not in use
rized persons during your next nector 2.
with anti-theft alarm sys- BMW Service appointment.
tem (DWA) OE Secure the data link
Have the work performed by
or appropriately trained staff. connector
with central locking sys- Refer to the vehicle manufac-
tem OE Disconnect the diagnosis and
turer specifications. information system interface.
7.5 A
Alarm system Removing seat ( 83).
Central locking system
 8
147

Maintenance
Plug the diagnostic connec-
tor 2 into the seat bracket 3.
The locks 1 engage.
Install seat ( 84).
z
z
8

Maintenance
148
Accessories
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
9
149
Onboard power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Navigation device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Accessories
z
 General notes The safety, operation and suit- Onboard power outlets
9 ability of the parts and accessory
Information on using onboard
CAUTION products have been checked ex-
150 power sockets:
tensively by BMW. Therefore,
Use of products from other BMW assumes responsibility for Automatic deactivation
manufacturers these products. BMW is not be
Safety risk liable for unapproved parts and If this warning symbol is
BMW Motorrad cannot exam- accessory products of any kind. displayed, the vehicle volt-
Accessories

ine or test each product of out- Comply with legal requirements age is low. Onboard power sock-
side origin to ensure that it can for any modifications. The mo- ets will be turned off temporarily,
be used on or in connection torcycle must not violate the reg- if necessary.
with BMW motorcycles without ulations governing motorcycle
constituting a safety hazard. approval for highway use applica-
The power sockets are also
z Nor is this guarantee provided ble in your own country.
switched off during starting
when the official approval of Note the information on the im- operation and if the maximum
a specific country has been portance of wheel sizes for chas- load capacity specified in the
granted. Tests conducted by sis control systems ( 130). technical data is exceeded.
these instances cannot make Your authorized BMW Motorrad If multiple onboard power sock-
provision for all operating con- retailer offers you qualified advice ets are in operation, the total cur-
ditions experienced by BMW in choosing genuine BMW parts, rent may not exceed the maxi-
motorcycles and, consequently, accessories and other products. mum load capacity.
they are not sufficient in some You can find all optional acces-
circumstances. sories from BMW Motorrad on Operating electrical
Use only parts and accessories our Internet site: "www.bmw- accessories
approved by BMW for your motorrad.com". Auxiliary devices being operated
motorcycle.
at an onboard power socket can
only be turned on when the ig- Case
nition is turned on. If the load is
Open case
9
high, the onboard power sockets
will also be turned off when the with central locking system OE 151
ignition is subsequently turned Open the central locking sys-
off. If the load is low, the on- tem, if necessary.
board power sockets will remain
in operation for a specified time.

Accessories
Cable routing
Press in the lock barrel 1.
Observe the following when rout-
Release lever 2 pops up.
ing cable from power sockets to
Pull the release lever all the
additional devices:
way up and open the case lid.
Cables must not hinder the z
rider's movement.
Cables must not restrict the
steering angle and driving char- Turn the key in the case lock
acteristics. from LOCK to the position indi-
Cables must not become cated by the dot.
trapped.
 Close case Turn key in case lock into
9 LOCK position and remove.

152 Maximum payload

Observe maximum payload ac-
cording to sign in the case.
If you cannot find your
combination of motorcycle and
Accessories

case on the label, contact your

BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Press button 1 to open the slot
The following values apply to the for the navigation device.
Pull release lever 2 all the way combination described here:
up. Slot cover pops open, wind-
Payload per case shield moves to top limit posi-
z Close case lid. Ensure that
no items are trapped between tion.
cover and case. Pull slot cover up as far as it
max 22 lbs (max 10 kg) will go.
NOTICE Push out cover cap 2 from be-
Navigation device hind.
The case can also be locked if
the lock is in the LOCK position. Install navigation device
Under such circumstances, en- with audio system US version
sure that the ignition key is not in with navigation preparation OE
the case. with navigation system OA
Push release lever 2 down, Switch on the ignition.
continuing until it engages.
 Check that the navigation de- Pull slot cover up as far as it
vice is secure in the cradle. will go. 9
Press cover 7 to push cradle
with navigation device into the 153
slot until it snaps into position.

Remove navigation device

with navigation system OA

Accessories
Switch on the ignition.
Actuate locking mechanism 3
and remove the cover panel 4.

Operate latch 3, pull the nav-

igation device forward out of z
holder 6 and lift it up and out.

Press button 1 to open the slot

for the navigation device.
Initially insert the navigation de- Slot cover pops open, wind-
vice into mount 5, then press it shield moves to top limit posi-
into detent 6. tion.
 Operating navigation menu, map and on-board com-
9 device puter.
with audio system US version Zoom +: performs functions
154 marked with a + sign in the
with navigation preparation OE
navigation system. In the map
with navigation system OA
view, for instance, the view
Turn on navigation device, if zooms in on the map detail.
necessary. Zoom –: performs functions
Accessories

Call up the Navigation marked with a - sign in the

Install cover 4. menu. navigation system. In the map
Press cover 7 to push the cra- view, for instance, the view
dle into the slot until it snaps zooms out from the map de-
into position. tail.
z Voice output: the last nav-
igation announcement is re-
peated. The announcement is
spoken again even if automatic
spoken announcements have
been turned off in the settings
of the navigation system.
The control options for the navi- Mute: automatic spoken an-
gation device are shown. nouncements are turned off
View: you can page from view and on.
to view; the choices are main Display off: the display of
Insert cap 2.
the navigation device is turned
off and on.
 Select desired operation and Range gator GPS receiver is cradled on
carry it out by pressing the A distance can be defined in the the motorcycle and the ignition 9
Multi-Controller to the right. fuel gauge settings for the dis- is switched on you will receive
a prompt asking whether the 155
tance covered on a full tank of
Special functions fuel. Since the motorcycle trans- motorcycle should be added to
with audio system US version mits the remaining travel range the list of secure vehicles. If you
with navigation preparation OE with the current fuel level to the confirm this question by answer-
with navigation system OA Navigator, manual entry of this ing "yes", the Navigator will save

Accessories
value is no longer necessary. the vehicle identification number
Due to integration of the of this vehicle.
BMW Motorrad Navigator Time and date A maximum of five VINs can be
IV into the K 1600 B series, saved in this way.
The Navigator transmits the time
some descriptions differ in the Entering a PIN will no longer be
and date to the motorcycle. In
Navigator operating instructions. required when this is activated by z
order for the instrument cluster
to accept this information, it has turning on the ignition switch in
Traffic reports (traffic
to be activated in the user set- any of these vehicles.
information channel)
tings of the motorcycle. Removing the Navigator from the
If an audio system is installed in motorcycle while the Navigator is
the vehicle, it will transmit the Security settings on will prompt a request for the
traffic information to the Naviga- PIN for reasons of security.
A four-digit PIN can be used to
tor. The symbol described in the
protect the BMW Motorrad Navi-
Navigator operating instructions Screen brightness
gator IV, BMW Motorrad Naviga-
appears on the display. Screen brightness is adjusted
tor V and BMW Motorrad Navi-
The BMW Motorrad audio sys- gator VI from unauthorized use by the motorcycle while the unit
tem is unable to receive paid (Garmin Lock). When this func- is cradled. Manual input is not
subscription traffic information. tion is activated, once the Navi- possible.
z
9

Accessories
156
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
10
157
Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 158
Cleaning sensitive motorcycle
parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Care
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 z
Store motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Return motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . 160
 Care products Washing your torcycle, after riding through
10 BMW Motorrad recommends motorcycle water or in the rain
Poorer braking action, accident
158 that you use cleaning and BMW Motorrad recommends hazard
care products available at your that you use BMW Insect Re- Brake early until the brake ro-
authorized BMW Motorrad mover to soften and wash off tors and brake pads are dry.
retailer. BMW CareProducts insects and stubborn dirt from
have been materials tested, painted parts before washing the
ATTENTION
Care

laboratory tested, and field tested motorcycle.

and provide optimum care and To prevent stains, do not wash
z protection for the materials used
Increased effect of salt
the motorcycle immediately after caused by warm water
in your vehicle. it has been exposed to bright Corrosion
sunlight and do not wash it in the Only use cold water to remove
ATTENTION
sun. road salt.
Use of unsuitable cleaning Make sure that the motorcycle
and care agents is washed frequently, especially ATTENTION
Damage to motorcycle parts during the winter months.
Do not use any solvents such To remove road salt, clean the Damage caused by high wa-
as nitro thinners, cold cleaners, motorcycle with cold water im- ter pressure from high-pres-
fuel or similar, and do not use mediately after completion of ev- sure cleaners or steam-jet
cleaning agents that contain ery trip. devices
alcohol. Corrosion or short circuit, dam-
WARNING age to labels, to seals, to hy-
draulic brake system, to the elec-
Damp brake disks and brake
trical system and the seat
pads after washing the mo-
 Exercise caution when using Windshields and lenses are For example, use a garden hose
high-pressure or steam-jet manufactured in plastic with low water pressure. 10
devices. Clean off dirt and insects with a
ATTENTION 159
soft sponge and plenty of water.
Cleaning sensitive Bending of radiator fins
motorcycle parts NOTICE
Damage to radiator fins
Plastics Soften stubborn dirt and dead When cleaning, ensure that the

Care
insects by covering the affected cooler fins are not bent.
ATTENTION areas with a wet cloth.
Rubber z
Use of unsuitable cleaning Chrome Treat rubber components with
agents water or BMW rubber protection
Carefully clean chrome parts
Damage to plastic surfaces coating agent.
with plenty of water and
Do not use abrasive cleaners or BMW Motorrad Care Products
cleaners containing alcohol or motorcycle cleaner. This is ATTENTION
solvents. particularly important in the case
Do not use insect sponges or Use of silicone sprays for
of road salt. care of rubber seals
sponges with a hard surface. Use BMW Motorrad metal polish Damage to rubber seals
for additional treatment. Do not use silicone sprays
Fairings and panels
Clean trim panel components Radiator or care products that contain
with water and BMW Motorrad silicone.
Clean the radiator regularly to
solvent cleaner.
prevent overheating of the en-
gine due to inadequate cooling.
 Paint care ball. BMW Motorrad recom- Spray the brake and clutch
10 Washing the motorcycle regu-
mends removing tar stains with lever, and the center and side
BMW tar remover. Then add stand pivots with a suitable lu-
160 larly will help counteract the long-
a protective wax coating to the bricant.
term effects of substances that
paint at these locations.
damage the paint, especially if Protect metal and chrome-
your motorcycle is ridden in ar- plated parts with an acid-free
Protective wax coating
eas with high air pollution or nat- grease (Vaseline).
Apply a preservative when water
Care

ural sources of dirt, such as tree

resin or pollen. fails to bead up on the painted Park motorcycle in a dry room,
z However, remove particularly surface. raising it to remove weight
aggressive materials immediately; BMW Motorrad recommends from both wheels (preferably
otherwise changes in the paint or BMW Motorrad high gloss polish using the front wheel and
discoloration can occur. These or agents that contain carnauba rear-wheel stand offered by
include spilled fuel, oil, grease or synthetic wax to protect the BMW Motorrad).
and brake fluid as well as bird paint finish.
droppings. BMW Motorrad Return motorcycle to
recommends using a solvent Store motorcycle use
cleaner and then applying a Clean the motorcycle. Remove the protective wax
BMW Motorrad high gloss polish
coating.
to preserve the paint. Completely fill the motorcycle's
fuel tank. Clean the motorcycle.
Contamination on the paint fin-
ish is particularly easy to see Install battery ( 144).
Removing battery ( 144).
after the motorcycle has been Observe checklist ( 94).
washed. Remove this type of
soiling with cleaning naphtha or
spirit on a clean cloth or cotton
Technical data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
11
161
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Performance data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Technical data
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
z
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
 Troubleshooting chart
11 Engine does not start.
162 Possible cause Remedy
Side stand is extended Retract side stand.
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.
Technical data

No fuel in tank Refueling ( 101).

Battery drained Charge battery.
Overheating protection for starter motor has ac- Leave the starter motor to cool down for around 1
tivated. Starter motor can only be actuated for a minute until it becomes available again.
limited period.

z
Threaded fasteners
Front wheel Value Valid
11
163
Front brake caliper at wheel car-
rier
M8 x 30 - 10.9 21 lb/ft (28 Nm)
Clamping screw for quick-re-

Technical data
lease axle to wheel carrier
M8 x 30 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Quick-release axle in threaded
bush (wheel carrier)
M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)
z
Rear wheel Value Valid
Tighten rear wheel on wheel
flange
M10 x 1.25 x 40 Tightening sequence: Tighten cross-
wise
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
 Fuel
11 Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 15 % ethanol, E15)
164 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
90 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l)
Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Technical data

Fuel consumption Approx. 41 mpg (Approx. 5.7 l/100 km), accord-

ing to WMTC

Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity Approx. 1.2 gal (Approx. 4.5 l), with filter replace-
z ment
Specification SAE 5W-40, API SL/JASO MA2, Additives (for in-
stance, molybdenum-based substances) are pro-
hibited, because they would attack the coatings
on engine components, BMW Motorrad recom-
mends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil.

BMW recommends
Engine
Engine number location Above oil filler neck
11
165
Engine type 166EA
Engine design Transverse in-line six cylinder four-stroke engine
with four valves per cylinder and two overhead
camshafts; liquid cooling, electronic fuel injection,

Technical data
integral six-speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lu-
brication.
Displacement 1649 cc (1649 cm3)
Cylinder bore 2.8 in (72.0 mm)
Piston stroke 2.7 in (67.5 mm)
Compression ratio 12.2:1 z
Rated output 160 hp (118 kW), at engine speed: 7750 min-1
Torque 129 lb/ft (175 Nm), at engine speed: 5250 min-1
Maximum engine speed max 8500 min-1
Idle speed 900±50 min-1, Engine at operating temperature
Emission standard Euro 4
 Clutch
11 Clutch design Multi-disc oil bath
166
Transmission
Transmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission with helical-cut
splines
Technical data

Transmission gear ratios 1.617, Primary gear ratio

2.230, 1st gear
1.641, 2nd gear
1.319, 3rd gear
1.101, 4th gear
0.926, 5th gear
z 0.788, 6th gear
0.913 (drive 1.258 K), Transmission output ratio
Rear-wheel drive
Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears
11
167
Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with
BMW Motorrad paralever
Number of teeth in bevel gears (gear ratio) 2.750 (33:12)

Technical data
Frame
Frame design Aluminum composite bridge frame, integrated en-
gine
Location of type plate Wheel carrier, front top right
Location of the vehicle identification number Rear main frame side section, right, over swinging
arm bearing, facing in direction of travel z
 Suspension
11 Front wheel
168
Type of front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever
Design of the front-wheel suspension Central suspension strut with electrically
adjustable damping.
Spring travel, front 4.5 in (115 mm), on wheel
Technical data

Rear wheel
Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable
rebound-stage damping and spring preload
Spring travel, rear 4.9 in (125 mm), on wheel

z Brakes
Front wheel
Type of front brake Hydraulically operated twin-rotor disk brake with
4-piston fixed calipers and floating brake discs
Front brake pad material Sintered metal
Front brake-disk thickness 0.2 in (5.0 mm), New
min 0.18 in (min 4.5 mm), Wear limit
Free travel of brake actuation (Front wheel brake) 0.09...0.11 in (2.3...2.7 mm), Measuring point on
the piston
Rear wheel
Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disk brake with 2-piston
11
floating caliper and fixed brake disk 169
Rear brake pad material Organic
Rear brake-disk thickness 0.22 in (5.5 mm), New
min 0.19 in (min 4.9 mm), Wear limit

Technical data
Blow-by clearance of footbrake lever min 0.04 in (min 1 mm), Measuring point between
piston and pushrod

Wheels and tires

Recommended tire combinations An overview of the current tire approvals is avail-
able from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer z
or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com.
Speed category of front/rear tires W, minimum requirement: 168 mph (270 km/h)
11 Front wheel
Front wheel design Cast aluminum
170
Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"
Front tire designation 120/70 ZR 17
Load index for front tire At least 58
Front wheel load at unladen weight 362 lbs (164 kg)
Technical data

Permissible front wheel load max 467 lbs (max 212 kg)
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 0.2 oz (max 5 g)
Rear wheel
Rear wheel design Cast aluminum
z Rear-wheel rim size 6.00" x 17"
Rear tire designation 190/55 ZR 17
Load index for rear tire At least 75
Rear wheel load at unladen weight 379 lbs (172 kg)
Permissible rear wheel load max 811 lbs (max 368 kg)
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 1.6 oz (max 45 g)
Tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with
11
load; with cold tires 171
Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with
load; with cold tires

Electrical system

Technical data
Electrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A, all slots in total
Battery
Battery design Absorbent Glass Mat
Battery voltage 12 V
Battery capacity 16 Ah z
Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR8AI-8
11 Light sources
Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 12 V 55 W
172
Bulbs for low-beam headlight Xenon D1S 12 V 35 W
Bulb for parking light LED ring light
Bulb for taillight/brake light LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front LED
Technical data

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear LED

Light source for license plate light W5W 12 V 5 W
Fuses
Fuse carrier 1 40 A, Main fuse
z Fuse carrier 2 7.5 A, Slot above: audio system
7.5 A, Slot below: anti-theft alarm system, central
locking system
Anti-theft alarm system
Anti-theft alarm
11
173
Activation time Approx. 30 s
Alarm duration Approx. 26 s
Activation time between two alarms 15 s
Battery type CR 1632 A

Technical data
Remote control
Range of remote control Approx. 32.8 ft (Approx. 10 m)
Signal frequency 20 kHz, wideband
Transmission frequency 433 MHz
Battery type and battery voltage (for remote key) CR 2032 z
 Dimensions
11 Motorcycle length 97.2 in (2470 mm)
174
Motorcycle height 51.2 in (1300 mm), over windshield, at DIN un-
laden weight
Motorcycle width 39.4 in (1000 mm)
Rider's seat height 29.5 in (750 mm), without rider, at DIN unladen
Technical data

weight
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 67.7 in (1720 mm), without rider, at DIN unladen
weight

Weights
z Vehicle curb weight 741 lbs (336 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready for
road, 90% full tank of gas, without OE
Permissible gross weight 1235 lbs (560 kg)
Maximum payload 494 lbs (224 kg)
Performance data
Top speed 124 mph (200 km/h)
11
175
Top speed
with running board OE max 112 mph (max 180 km/h), Maximum speed
when riding with running boards

Technical data
z
z
Technical data
176
11
Service
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 178
12
177
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
BMW Motorrad Service History . . . . 179
BMW Motorrad Mobility

Service
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . 180
z
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Maintenance confirmations . . . . . . . . 184
Service confirmations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
 Reporting safety defects
12 If you think that your motorcycle has a fault which may cause an accident, injury or
178 death, you must inform the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
immediately and BMW of North America, LLC.
If the NHTSA receives other similar complaints, it may open an investigation. If it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, the NHTSA may order the manufac-
Service

turer to perform a recall and remedy campaign. However, the NHTSA cannot become
involved in individual problems between you, your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer,
z or BMW of North America, LLC.
You can contact the NHTSA by calling the Vehicle Safety Hotline on 1–888–327–4236
(Teletypewriter TTY for the hearing impaired: 1–800–424–9153) for free, by visiting
the website at http:⁄⁄ www.safercar.gov or by writing to Administrator, NHTSA, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Further information on vehicle safety is
available at http:⁄⁄ www.safercar.gov.
BMW Motorrad Service by a specialized workshop, BMW Motorrad Service
With its worldwide retailer
preferably by an authorized
History 12
BMW Motorrad retailer.
network, BMW Motorrad Entries 179
can attend to you and your To ensure that your BMW con- Maintenance work that has been
motorcycle in over 100 countries sistently remains in optimal con- performed is recorded in the di-
around the globe. Authorized dition BMW Motorrad urges you agnostics and information sys-
BMW Motorrad retailers have to observe the recommended tem. Like a Service Booklet,

Service
the technical information and service intervals. these entries provide proof of
expertise needed to conduct Have all maintenance and repair regular maintenance.
reliable service and repairs work confirmed in the "Service" If an entry is made in the vehi-
covering every aspect of your chapter in this manual. Doc- cle's electronic Service Manual,
z
BMW. umentation confirming regular service-related data is stored on
You will find the nearest autho- maintenance is essential for gen- the central IT systems of BMW
rized BMW Motorrad retailer to erous treatment of claims sub- AG in Munich, Germany.
you at our website: mitted after the warranty period When there is a change in ve-
bmw-motorrad.com has expired (goodwill). hicle owner, the data entered in
WARNING the electronic Service History can
You can obtain information on also be viewed by the new ve-
Improperly performed main- the contents of the BMW Ser- hicle owner. A BMW Motorrad
tenance and repair work vices from your BMW Motorrad retailer or specialist workshop
Accident hazard caused by sub- retailer. can view the data entered in the
sequent damage electronic Service Manual.
BMW Motorrad recommends
having corresponding work
on the motorcycle carried out
 Objection additional information on available formed and enters the date for
12 At the BMW Motorrad retailer mobility-maintenance services. the next service.
or specialist workshop, the ve- For riders who drive long dis-
180 Maintenance tances annually, it may be neces-
hicle owner can object to the
entry of data in the electronic procedures sary to come in for service before
Service Manual with the related the entered date. In this case a
BMW Pre-Delivery Check corresponding maximum odome-
storage of data in the vehicle and
the transfer of data to the vehicle The BMW pre-delivery check is ter reading will also be entered in
Service

manufacturer during his time as carried out by your authorized the confirmation of service. If this
the vehicle owner. In this case, BMW Motorrad retailer before it odometer reading is reached be-
no entry is made in the vehicle's turns over the vehicle to you. fore the next service date, service
z
electronic Service Manual. must be performed sooner.
BMW Running-in Check
BMW Motorrad Mobility The BMW running-in check The service information on the
must be carried out between multifunction display reminds you
Services 300 mls (500 km) and 750 mls of the next service date, which is
The BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser- (1200 km). approx. one month or 621 miles
vices furnish you and your new (1000 km) before reaching the
BMW motorcycle with extra se- BMW Service input values.
curity by offering a wide array of BMW Service is carried out once
assistance services in the event a year. The scope of the ser- More information on the topic of
of a breakdown (BMW Roadside vices performed may be depen- service is available at:
Assistance, breakdown assis- dent on the motorcycle owner bmw-motorrad.com/service
tance, vehicle recovery and re- and the mileage driven. Your
trieval, etc.). BMW Motorrad retailer confirms
Contact your authorized that the service has been per-
BMW Motorrad retailer for
The required scope of mainte-
nance work for your motorcy- 12
cle can be found in the following
181
maintenance schedule:

Service
z
z
Service
182
12
Maintenance schedule c for the first time after one
1 BMW Running-in check
year, then every two years 12
(including oil change) 183
2 BMW Service Standard
Scope
3 Engine oil change with fil-
ter

Service
4 Replace air cleaner insert
5 Check valve clearance
6 Replace all spark plugs
7 Check bearing for deflec- z
tion at rear wheel swinging
arm
8 Oil change in the rear
bevel gears
9 Change brake fluid in en-
tire system
a annually or every
6000 miles (10000 km)
(whichever comes first)
b annually or ev-
ery 12000 miles
(20000 km) (whichever
comes first)
 Maintenance confirmations
12 BMW Service standard scope
184 The repair procedures belonging to the BMW Service standard package are listed below. The actual
maintenance work applicable for your vehicle may differ.
Performing the vehicle test using the BMW Motorrad diagnosis system
Draining the oil condensate hose
Visually inspect the brake lines, brake hoses and connections
Service

Checking front brake pads and brake disks for wear

Checking brake fluid level of the front wheel brake
z Checking rear brake pads and brake disk for wear
Checking brake fluid level in rear wheel brake
Checking the clutch system
Checking coolant level
Checking the tire pressure and tread depth
Checking side stand for ease of movement
Checking the center stand for ease of movement
Checking the lighting and signal system
Functional check for engine starting suppression
Final inspection and check for road safety
Set service due date and remaining distance before next service using the BMW Motorrad diagnosis
system
Checking charging state of battery
Confirm the BMW service in the vehicle literature
BMW pre-delivery
check
BMW Running-in
Check
12
performed performed 185

on on
at km

Next service

Service
latest
on
or, if reached earlier z
at km

Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

12
BMW Service Work performed
186
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element
Service

Next service Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
z or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
187
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element

Service
Next service Checking valve clearance
Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm z
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
188
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element
Service

Next service Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
z or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
189
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element

Service
Next service Checking valve clearance
Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm z
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
190
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element
Service

Next service Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
z or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
191
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element

Service
Next service Checking valve clearance
Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm z
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
192
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element
Service

Next service Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
z or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
193
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element

Service
Next service Checking valve clearance
Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm z
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
194
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element
Service

Next service Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
z or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
195
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element

Service
Next service Checking valve clearance
Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm z
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
12
BMW Service Work performed
196
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element
Service

Next service Checking valve clearance

Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
z or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 12
BMW Service Work performed
197
performed Yes No
BMW Service
on
Engine oil change with filter
at km
Replacing air cleaner element

Service
Next service Checking valve clearance
Replacing all spark plugs
latest
Check bearing for deflection at rear
on
or, if reached earlier
wheel swinging arm z
Oil change in rear bevel gears
at km Changing brake fluid in entire system

Information

Stamp, signature
 Service confirmations
12 The table serves to provide evidence of maintenance and repair work, as well as installed optional acces-
198 sories and special campaigns performed.
Work performed at km Date
Service

z
Work performed at km Date
12
199

Service
z
z
Service
200
12
Appendix
Certificate for Electronic Immobi-
13
lizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 201

Certificate for Remote Key . . . . . . . . . 204

Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . 208

Appendix
Certificate for Tire Pressure Con-
trol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210

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

Remote Control for Deutsch

Hiermit erklärt Meta System S.p.A., dass sich das
central locking system Gerät PF240009 in Übereinstimmung mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen
einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie
1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
Käesolevaga kinnitab Meta System S.p.A. seadme
PF240009 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele
teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
English
Hereby, Meta System S.p.A., declares that this
Česky PF240009 is in compliance with the essential
Meta System S.p.A. tímto prohlašuje, že tento requirements and other relevant provisions of
PF240009 je ve shodě se základními požadavky a Directive 1999/5/EC.
dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice Español
1999/5/ES. Por medio de la presente Meta System S.p.A.
Dansk declara que el PF240009 cumple con los requisitos
Undertegnede Meta System S.p.A. erklærer esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones
herved, at følgende udstyr PF240009 overholder aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i
direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Certifications
Ελληνική Nederlands
ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤ΢Α Meta System S.p.A. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ Hierbij verklaart Meta System S.p.A. dat het toestel
ΟΣΙ PF240009 ΢ΤΜΜΟΡΥΩΝΕΣΑΙ ΠΡΟ΢ ΣΙ΢ PF240009 in overeenstemming is met de
ΟΤ΢ΙΩΔΕΙ΢ ΑΠΑΙΣΗ΢ΕΙ΢ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ΢ ΛΟΙΠΕ΢ essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen
΢ΦΕΣΙΚΕ΢ ΔΙΑΣΑΞΕΙ΢ ΣΗ΢ ΟΔΗΓΙΑ΢ 1999/5/ΕΚ. van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Français Malti
Par la présente Meta System S.p.A. déclare que Hawnhekk, Meta System S.p.A., jiddikjara li dan
l'appareil PF240009 est conforme aux exigences PF240009 jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva
de la directive 1999/5/CE. 1999/5/EC.
Italiano Magyar
Con la presente Meta System S.p.A. dichiara che Alulírott, Meta System S.p.A. nyilatkozom, hogy a
questo PF240009 è conforme ai requisiti essenziali PF240009 megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ
ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb
direttiva 1999/5/CE. elõírásainak.
Latviski Polski
Ar šo Meta System S.p.A. deklarē, ka PF240009 Niniejszym Meta System S.p.A. oświadcza, że
atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām PF240009 jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami
un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem. oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami
Lietuvių Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Šiuo Meta System S.p.A. deklaruoja, kad šis Português
PF240009 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas Meta System S.p.A. declara que este PF240009
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e
outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Certifications
Slovensko Norsk
Meta System S.p.A. izjavlja, da je ta PF240009 v Meta System S.p.A. erklærer herved at utstyret
skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi PF240009 er i samsvar med de grunnleggende
relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Slovensky USA, Canada
Meta System S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že PF240009
spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné Product name: TX BMW MR
ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. FCC ID: P3O98400
IC:4429A - TXBMWMR
Suomi
Meta System S.p.A. vakuuttaa täten että This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
PF240009 tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY Operation is subject to the following two
oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin conditions:
muiden ehtojen mukainen. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
Svenska and
Härmed intygar Meta System S.p.A. att denna (2) this device must accept any interference
PF240009 står I överensstämmelse med de received, including interference that may cause
väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta undesired operation.
bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Any changes or modifications not
Íslenska expressly approved by the party
Hér með lýsir Meta System S.p.A. yfir því að responsible for compliance could void the user’s
PF240009 er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar authority to operate the equipment.
kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
Declaration Of Conformity
R&TTE Declaration Of Conformity (DoC)
0470
We: Meta System S.p.A.
with the address: Via Majakovskij 10 b/c/d/e
42124 Reggio Emilia –Italy
Declare
Under own responsibility that the product:
TX BMW MR
To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant
requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC).
This product is in conformity with the following standards:
Health & Safety (art.3.1) EN 60950-1
EMC (art.3.2) ETSI EN 301 489-1/-3
Spectrum ETSI EN 300 220 - 2
Human exposure EN 62311
According to Directive 1999/5/CE
Reggio Emilia , 14/07/2010

Technical Director
Lasagni Cesare
Certifications

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.
A Removing, 143 Bulbs
Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Technical data, 171 High beam, 136 14
ABS Warning for battery charge Replace additional LED
Indicator and warning lights, 44 211
current, 42 headlight, 140
Self-diagnosis, 95 Replace LED tail light, 141
Warning for battery voltage
Technology in detail, 108 low, 42 Replacing the LED turn
Accessories Brake fluid indicator, 141
General instructions, 150 Check fluid level at rear, 126 Technical data, 172

Index
Anti-theft alarm system Check front fluid level, 125 Warning for bulb failure, 41
Indicator light, 22 Front reservoir, 17 z
Operating, 68 Rear reservoir, 17 C
Warning indicator, 43 Brake pads Care
Auxiliary headlight Chrome, 159
Checking front, 124
Operating, 59 Paint preservation, 160
Checking rear, 124
Average values Case
Running in, 97 Operating, 151
Resetting, 66 Brake temperature Central locking
Warning indicator, 47 Operating, 77
B
Battery Brakes Warning indicator for central
ABS Pro in detail, 110
Charge connected battery, 142 locking, 44
ABS Pro, 99
Charging disconnected Checklist, 94
battery, 143 Adjusting handlebar lever, 90
Clock
Installing, 144 Checking operation, 123 Adjusting, 65
Maintenance instructions, 142 Safety information, 98
Position on motorcycle, 18 Technical Data, 168
Breaking in, 97
 Clutch Dimensions Oil level indicator, 37
14 Adjusting handlebar lever, 89 Technical Data, 174 Technical Data, 164
Checking operation, 127 DTC Topping up, 123
212 Control, 19
Technical Data, 166 Warning for engine oil level, 38
Coolant Operating, 72
Equipment, 7
Checking level, 127 Self-diagnosis, 96
Fluid level indicator, 17 Technology in detail, 111 F
Overtemperature warning Warning indicator, 44 Frame
Index

indicator, 36 DWA Technical Data, 167

z Cruise-control system Technical Data, 173 Front wheel stand
Control, 19 Mounting, 120
Operating, 74 E Fuel
Electrical system Filling location, 15
D Technical Data, 171 Fuel specifications, 100
Damping Emergency on/off switch (kill Refueling, 101
Adjusting, 72 switch), 21 refueling with Keyless
Date Operating, 56 Ride, 102, 103
Adjusting, 65 Engine Technical Data, 164
D­ESA Starting, 94 Fuel reserve
Control, 19 Technical Data, 165 Range, 45
Operating, 72 Warning light for electronic Warning indicator, 46
Technology in detail, 113 engine management, 36 Fuses
Diagnostic connector Engine oil Position on motorcycle, 18
fasten, 146 Check fill level, 122 Replacing, 145
Loosen, 146 Filling location, 17 Technical Data, 171
Oil dipstick, 17
G I Unlocking fuel filler cap, 102,
Gearshift assistant, 116
Technology in detail, 116
Ignition
Switching off, 51
103 14
Warning indicator, 35, 36
Ground lighting Switching on, 50 213
Keys, 50, 51
Operating, 60 Immobilizer
Emergency key, 51, 54 L
H Warning indicator, 35 Lights
Hazard warning flashers Indicator lights, 22 Control, 19

Index
Control, 19 DTC, 44 Headlight low beam, 58
Operating, 60 Overview, 24 Operating headlight flasher, 58
Headlight
z
Instrument cluster Operating high-beam
Headlight range adjustment, 15 Ambient light photosensor, 22 headlight, 58
Set right-/left-hand traffic, 59 Overview, 22 Operating parking lights, 58
Warning indicator for LHD/RHD Parking lights, 58
traffic, 41 J Luggage
Warning indicator for unknown Jump-starting, 141
Loading information, 92
position, 40
K
Heated handlebar grips M
Keyless Ride
Operating, 81 Maintenance
Battery of the key fob General instructions, 120
Hill Start Control Pro, 117 transmitter is empty or the key
cannot be activated, 47 Maintenance schedule, 183
fob transmitter is lost, 54
Indicator and warning lights, 46 Maintenance confirmations, 184
EWS Electronic immobilizer, 54
Operating, 76 Maintenance intervals, 180
Locking handlebars, 52
Technology in detail, 117 Mirrors
Switch off ignition, 53 Adjusting, 88
Horn, 19 Switching on ignition, 52 Mobility Services, 180
 Motorcycle O Right-hand multifunction
14 Care, 157 Odometer
Operating, 67
switch, 21
Cleaning, 157 Underneath seat, 18
214 Onboard computer
Parking, 100
Operating, 66 P
Returning to use, 160
Onboard power socket Pre-Ride-Check, 95
Storage, 160
Information on use, 150
Tying down, 104 R
Position on motorcycle, 17
Index

Multifunction display, 22 RDC

Onboard tool kit Display, 38
Control, 19 Contents, 120
z Meaning of symbols, 25 Rim sticker, 130
Position on motorcycle, 18
Operating, 62 Technology in detail, 115
Outside temperature
Overview, 27 Warning indicators, 38
Display, 35
Settings, 65 Rear-wheel drive
Outside temperature
Multifunction switch Technical Data, 167
warning, 35
General view, left, 19 Refueling, 101
Overview of warning
General view, right, 21 Fuel specifications, 100
indicators, 29
with Keyless Ride, 102, 103
Overviews
N Remote control
Indicator and warning lights, 24
Navigation devices logging on, 78
Installing, 152 Instrument cluster, 22
Replacing battery, 80
Left side of motorcycle, 15
Operating, 154 Replacing the battery, 55
Left-side multifunction
Removing, 153 synchronize, 79
switch, 19
Notice concerning current Reverser, 56
Multifunction display, 27
status, 7 Control, 19
Right side of motorcycle, 17
Rider's Manual (US Model) Spark plugs Clutch, 166
Position on motorcycle, 18 Technical Data, 171 Dimensions, 174 14
Rider's seat Speedometer, 22 Electrical system, 171 215
Height adjustment, 18 Spring preload Engine, 165
Riding mode Adjusting, 72 Engine oil, 164
Adjusting, 73 Starting, 94 Frame, 167
Technology in detail, 113 Control, 21 Fuel, 164

Index
Steering lock General notes, 7
S Locking, 50
Safety instructions Rear-wheel drive, 167
Storage compartment Spark plugs, 171 z
On braking, 98
Operating, 84 Standards, 7
On riding, 92
Position on motorcycle, 15, 17 Suspension, 168
Seat
Installing, 83 Suspension Transmission, 166
Release, 15 Technical Data, 168 Weights, 174
Removing, 83 Switching off, 100 Wheels and tires, 169
Seat heating Symbols Tires
Operating, 82 Meaning, 25 Checking tire pressures, 128
Service, 179 Checking tire tread depth, 129
T Checking tread depth, 129
Electronic Service Manual, 179 Tachometer, 22
Reporting safety defects, 178 Inflation pressure table, 18
Technical data
Warning indicator, 48 Anti-theft alarm system, 173 Inflation pressures, 171
Service display, 47 Battery, 171 Recommendation, 129
Brakes, 168 Running in, 97
Bulbs, 172
 Technical Data, 169 Electronic engine Removing rear wheel, 134
14 Torques, 163 management, 36 Size change, 130
Transmission Electronic immobilizer, 35 Technical Data, 169
216
Technical Data, 166 Engine oil level, 38 Wind deflection wing
Troubleshooting chart, 162 Fuel reserve, 46 Adjusting, 89
Turn indicators Headlight for LHD/RHD Windshield
Control, 19 traffic, 41 Adjusting, 88
Operating, 61
Index

Headlight in unknown Control, 19

Type plate position, 40
z Position on motorcycle, 17 Hill Start Control Pro, 46, 47
Outside temperature
V
warning, 35
Vehicle identification number
Position on motorcycle, 17 Overview, 24
Service, 48
W Tire Pressure Monitor, 38
Warning lamps, 22 Undervoltage, 42
ABS, 44 Weights
Anti-theft alarm, 43 Load capacity table, 18
Battery charge current, 42 Technical Data, 174
Brake temperature, 47 Wheels
Bulb defective, 41 Check wheel rims, 129
Central locking, 44 Checking rims, 129
Coolant temperature, 36 Installing front wheel, 132
Display, 28 Installing rear wheel, 135
Removing front wheel, 130
14
217

Index
z
The descriptions and illustrations Original Rider's Manual, printed in
in this manual may vary from Germany.
your own motorcycle's actual
equipment, depending upon its WARNING
equipment level and accessories
as well as your specific national Harmful substances
version. No claims stemming Operating, servicing and main-
from these differences can be taining a passenger vehicle or
recognized. off-road vehicle can expose you
Dimensions, weights, fuel con- to chemicals including engine
sumption and performance data exhaust, carbon monoxide, phtha-
are quoted to the customary tol- lates and lead, which are known
erances. to the State of California to be
The right to modify designs, carcinogenic or detrimental to
equipment and accessories is childbirth or reproduction.
reserved. To minimize exposure, avoid
Errors and omissions excepted. breathing exhaust, do not idle
the engine except as neces-
© 2018 Bayerische Motoren sary, service your vehicle in a
Werke Aktiengesellschaft well-ventilated area and wear
80788 Munich, Germany gloves or wash your hands fre-
Reprints and duplication of this quently when servicing your
work, in whole or part, are pro- vehicle.
hibited without the express writ- For more information visit:
ten approval of BMW Motorrad, www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
Aftersales. passenger-vehicle
Important data for refueling:

Fuel
Recommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 15 % ethanol, E15)
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
90 AKI
Usable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l)
Reserve fuel quantity Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)
Tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure, front 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with load;
with cold tires
Tire pressure, rear 42.1 psi (2.9 bar), One-up and two-up riding with load;
with cold tires

You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at:
bmw­motorrad.com

BMW recommends

Order No.: 01 40 9 467 307 *01409467307*

*01409467307*
04.2018, 2nd edition, 07

*01409467307*