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The Ultimate RidingMachine

Rider's Manual (US Model)F 800 ST

Motorcycle/Retailer Data

Motorcycle data

Model

Vehicle Identification Number

Color number

First registration

Registration number

Retailer Data

Contact in Service

Ms./Mr.

Phone number

Retailer's address/phone number (compa-ny stamp)

Welcome to BMW

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

is always happy to provide adviceand assistance.

We wish you many miles of safeand enjoyable riding

BMW Motorrad.

Table of Contents

You can also use the index at theend of this Rider's Manual to finda specific topic.1 General instructions . . . . . 5Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations and symbols . . . . 6Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Currentness of this manual . . . . 72 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . . 13Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Under battery compartmentcover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Left handlebar fitting . . . . . . . . . 16Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . 17Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 21Standard displays . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Displays with onboard com-puter OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Displays with Tire PressureControl TPC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Standard warning indica-tors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Warning indicators of on-board computer (OE) . . . . . . . . . 29ABS displays OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29TPC displaysOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Anti-theft alarm warning indi-cators (OE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Ignition switch and steeringlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Electronic immobilizer . . . . . . . . 39Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Odometer and tripmeters . . . . 40Onboard computerOE . . . . . . . . 41Tire Pressure ControlTPC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . 48Emergency ON/OFFswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Heated hand gripsOE . . . . . . . . . 50Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 60Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Parking your motorcycle . . . . . 66Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

6 Technology in detail . . . 71Brake system with BMW Mo-torrad ABS OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Tire Pressure ControlTPC OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 747 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 76Onboard socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Case OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Topcase OA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 818 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 85General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 86Onboard-toolkit serviceset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87General brake system . . . . . . . . 88Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 102

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 103Lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1119 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Washing your motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Cleaning sensitive motorcy-cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Protective wax coating . . . . . 118Storing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . 118Returning motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11810 Technical data . . . . . . . 119Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . 120Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . 121Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . 125Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . 126Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . 129Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Riding specifications . . . . . . . 13211 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133BMW Motorrad Service . . . . 134BMW Motorrad ServiceQuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134BMW Motorrad ServiceCard - On-the-spot break-down assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 134BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . 135Confirmation of mainte-nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Confirmation of service . . . . . 141ReportingSafety Defects. . . . . . . . . . 148

General instructions

General instructions

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

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

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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

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

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-al will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work car-ried out on your motorcycle willbe documented in Chapter 10.Proof of the maintenance workperformed is a prerequisite forgenerous treatment of claims.When the time comes to sellyour BMW, please rememberto hand over this Rider's Manu-al; it is an important part of themotorcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings that youmust comply with for rea-

sons of your safety and the safe-ty of others, and to protect yourmotorcycle against damage.

Special information on op-erating and inspecting your

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

Indicates the end of anitem of information.

Instruction.

Result of an activity.

Reference to a page withmore detailed informa-tion.

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

Tightening torque.

Technical data.

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

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

EWS Electronic immobilizer.

DWA Anti-theft alarm.

ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.

TPC Tire Pressure Control.

EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmotorcycle, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describes optionalequipment (OE) offered by BMW

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

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

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

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Overviews

Overviews

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

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

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

Under battery compartment cov-er . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

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

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

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

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General view, left side1 Adjusting headlight range

(below instrument cluster)( 55)

2 Seat lock ( 56)3 Engine oil fill location and oil

dipstick ( 87)

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General view, right side1 Fuel filler opening ( 68)2 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 91)3 Coolant level indicator

( 93)4 Onboard socket ( 76)5 Adjuster for spring preload,

rear ( 52)6 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 92)7 Adjustment of rear damping

( 53)

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Underneath seat1 Table of tire pressures2 Torx 25/Phillips screwdriver

blade3 Screwdriver handle4 Rider's Manual (US Model)5 Helmet holder ( 57)6 Location for first-aid kit (OA)7 Onboard-toolkit service set

( 86)8 Tools for adjusting spring

preload ( 52)

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Under batterycompartment cover1 Battery ( 111)2 Location for flat tire set (OA)

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Left handlebar fitting1 Operating onboard comput-

er OE ( 41)2 Horn3 Flashing turn indicators,

left ( 47), Hazard warn-ing flashers ( 48)

4 High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher ( 47)

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Handlebar fitting, right1 Emergency ON/OFF switch

( 50)2 Starter button ( 62)3 Heated hand gripsOE

( 50)4 Flashing turn indicators,

right ( 48), Hazard warn-ing flashers ( 48)

5 Turn indicators off ( 48),Hazard warning flashers off( 49)

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Instrument cluster1 Indicator lights ( 22)2 Speedometer3 Operation of stopwatchOE

( 44)Setting clock ( 40)

4 Multifunction display( 22)

5 Selecting readings ( 40)Resetting tripmeter ( 41)

6 Anti-theft alarm indicatorlight (OE), Sensor for instru-ment lighting, Engine speedwarning indicator

7 Tachometer

The instrument-clusterlighting has automatic day

and night switchover.

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Headlight1 Low-beam headlight2 High-beam headlight3 Parking lights

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Status indicators

Status indicators

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

Displays with onboard comput-erOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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

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

Warning indicators of onboard com-puter (OE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ABS displaysOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

TPC displaysOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Anti-theft alarm warning indicators(OE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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Standard displaysMultifunction display

1 Clock ( 40)2 Odometer and tripmeters

( 40)

Indicator lights

1 High-beam headlight2 Flashing turn indicators, left3 Idling4 Flashing turn indicators,

right

Service display

If the time remaining until thenext service lies within a month,the service date is briefly dis-played following the pre-ridecheck. The month and year areshown with two and four dig-its respectively separated by acolon. In this example the displaymeans "March 2007".

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

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

If the service display alreadymore than one month be-

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

Displays with onboardcomputer OE

Multifunction display

1 Onboard computer displayarea OE ( 41)

2 Gear indicator ( 23)3 Coolant temperature

( 24)4 Fuel capacity ( 24)

Gear indicatorThe gear engaged or Nfor neutral appears on the

display.

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

lights up.

Coolant temperatureThe horizontal bars over thetemperature symbol show

the coolant temperature level.

Fuel capacityThe horizontal bars overthe filling station symbol

indicate the remaining fuel quan-tity. The top cross bar is shownenlarged and is equal to a corre-spondingly higher fuel level thanthe other cross bars.When the fuel in the tank istopped up the gauge brieflyshows the original level, beforethe reading is updated.

Displays with TirePressure ControlTPC OE

1 Tire pressures in alternationwith odometers OE ( 46)

Standard warningindicatorsDisplay

Warnings are indicated by thewarning lights 1 or by the gener-al warning light 2 in conjunctionwith a warning or a warning sym-bol in the multifunction display.The general warning light lightsup red or yellow, depending onthe urgency of the warnings.

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The warning symbols 1 and 2can be shown in the multifunc-tion display. Warnings like 3 areshown in the display area of theodometer preceded by the warn-ing triangle 4.

If several warnings are active, allcorresponding warning lights andsymbols are displayed. Warningscan be displayed in alternationwith the odometers ( 40). Thegeneral warning light is shown inaccordance with the most urgentwarning.

The possible warnings are listedon the next page. 3

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Overview of warning indicatorsMeaning

Lights up yellow Is indicated Electronic immobilizer is active ( 27)

EWS appears onthe display

Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 27)

Lights up red Temperature sym-bol flashes

Coolant temperature too high ( 27)

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

Flashes Engine oil pressure insufficient ( 28)

Lights up yellow Is indicated Bulb defective ( 28)

LAMP appears onthe display

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Electronic immobilizer isactive

General warning light showsyellow.

Warning triangle appears onthe display.

EWS appears on the display.The key being used is not autho-rized for starting, or communica-tion between the key and engineelectronics is disrupted.

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

Fuel down to reserveFuel-reserve warning lightlights up.

A fuel shortage can lead tomisfiring and to the engine

dying unexpectedly. Misfiring candamage the catalytic converter,

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

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

Reserve fuel quantity

1.1 gal ( 4 l)Refueling ( 68)

Coolant temperature too highGeneral warning light showsred.

The temperature symbolflashes.

Continued driving with anoverheated engine can re-

sult in engine damage.Be sure to observe the measureslisted below.

Coolant level is too low.Checking coolant level ( 93)

If coolant level is too low:Topping up coolant ( 93)

The coolant temperature is toohigh.

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

Engine in emergency-operation mode

General warning light showsyellow.

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Engine symbol appears onthe display.

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

ly reduced engine performancemay be available, which can leadto danger driving situations, es-pecially during passing maneu-vers.Adapt your driving style tothe possibly reduced engineperformance.

The engine control unit has di-agnosed a fault. In exceptionalcases, the engine stops and canno longer be started. Otherwise,the engine runs in the emergen-cy operating mode.

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

an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Engine oil pressureinsufficient

Engine oil-pressure warninglight flashes.

The oil pressure in the lubricatingoil circuit is too low. If the warn-ing light lights up, stop immedi-ately and switch off the engine.

The warning on insufficientengine oil pressure is no

substitute for the function ofan oil-level indicator. The cor-rect engine oil level can only bechecked on the oil dipstick.

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

Checking engine oil level( 87)

If oil level is too low:Topping up engine oil ( 88)

If the engine oil level is correct:

Driving with insufficient en-gine oil pressure can result

in engine damage.Do not continue driving.

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

Bulb defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

Warning triangle appears onthe display.

LAMP appears on the display.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

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

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complete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

Low-beam headlight, parkinglight, tail light, brake light or turnindicator bulb defective.

Locate defective bulb with vi-sual check.Replacing high-beam/low-beambulb ( 104)Replacing parking light bulb( 106)Replacing brake light and taillight bulbs ( 108)Replacing front or rear turn in-dicator bulbs ( 109)

Warning indicators ofonboard computer (OE)

The ambient temperature displayflashes.

The ambient temperature mea-sured at the motorcycle is lowerthan 37 °F (3 °C).

The ice warning does notmean that there is no risk

of black ice forming at measuredtemperatures above 37 °F (3 °C).Always think well ahead whentemperatures are low, especiallyon bridges and where the road isin the shade.

Think well ahead when driving.

ABS displays OE

Display

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

Possible country-dependentversions.

Additional information on theBMW Motorrad ABS is providedfrom page ( 72); an overview

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of the possible warnings is pro-vided on the following page.3

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Overview of warning indicatorsMeaning

Flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 32)

Lights up ABS error ( 32)

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Self-diagnosis not completedABS warning light flashes.

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

Ride off slowly. It must be not-ed that the ABS function is notavailable until the self-diagnosishas been completed.

ABS errorABS warning light lights up.

The ABS control unit has detect-ed an error. The ABS function isnot available.

Continued driving is possible.It must be noted that the ABSfunction is not available. Ob-serve additional information on

situations which can lead to anABS error ( 73).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

TPC displays OE

Display

The warning symbol 1 signalsa critical tire pressure, and thecorresponding air pressure of thefront wheel 2 or the rear wheel 3flashes.

If the critical value is at thelimit of the permissible tol-

erance, the general warning lightalso lights up in yellow. If the de-termined tire pressure is outsidethe permissible tolerance, thegeneral warning light flashes inred.

Additional information on theBMW Motorrad TPC is providedfrom page ( 74); an overviewof the possible warnings is pro-vided on the following page.

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Overview of warning indicatorsMeaning

Lights up yellow Is indicated Tire pressure in limit area of permissibletolerance ( 34)

The critical air pres-sure flashes

Flashes red Is indicated Tire pressure outside permissible toler-ance ( 34)

The critical air pres-sure flashes

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

Transmission error ( 34)

Lights up yellow Is indicated Sensor defective or system fault ( 35)

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

Lights up yellow Is indicated Battery of tire pressure sensor weak( 35)

RdC appears onthe display.

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Tire pressure in limit area ofpermissible tolerance

General warning light showsyellow.

Warning triangle appears onthe display.

The critical air pressure flashes.The measured tire pressure is inthe limit area of the permissibletolerance.

Correct tire pressure in accor-dance with instructions on backof cover of Rider's Manual.

The pressure values on theback of the cover refer to

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

an air pressure tester at a fillingstation.

Tire pressure outsidepermissible tolerance

General warning light flash-es red.

Warning triangle appears onthe display.

The critical air pressure flashes.The measured tire pressure isoutside the permissible tolerance.

Check tire for damage anddrivability.

Is it still possible to drive with tire:

Incorrect tire pressure resultin poorer handling of the

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

Correct tire pressure at nextopportunity.Have the tire checked for dam-age by a specialized workshop,

preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

If you are unsure about the driv-ability of the tire:

Do not continue driving.Inform roadside service.Have the tire checked for dam-age by a specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

Transmission error"--" or "-- --" is displayed.The motorcycle's speed has notexceeded the threshold of ap-prox. 20 mph (30 km/h). TheTPC sensors do not transmittheir signal until a speed abovethis threshold is reached ( 74).

Watch TPC display at higherspeed. A permanent fault hasnot occurred until the generalwarning light also lights up. Inthis case:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferably

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an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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

Watch the TPC display in an-other environment. A perma-nent fault has not occurred un-til the general warning light alsolights up. In this case:Have fault eliminated by a spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Sensor defective or systemfault

General warning light showsyellow.

Warning triangle appears onthe display.

"--" or "-- --" is displayed.Wheels without installed TPCsensors are mounted.

Retrofit wheel set with TPCsensors.

One or two TPC sensors havefailed.

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

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

Battery of tire pressuresensor weak

General warning light showsyellow.

Warning triangle appears onthe display.

RdC appears on the display.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

The battery of the tire pressuresensor no longer has its full ca-pacity. The operation of the tirepressure control is only ensuredfor a limited time.

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

Anti-theft alarmwarning indicators (OE)

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The warning dWA is displayedwith the warning triangle in frontof it.

This error message is onlydisplayed for a short time

following the pre-ride check.

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

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

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Operation

Operation

Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . 38

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

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Onboard computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Tire Pressure Control TPCOE . . . . . . . . 46

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Emergency ON/OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . 50

Heated hand gripsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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

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

Switching on ignition

Turn key to position 1.Parking lights and all functioncircuits switched on.Engine can be started.Pre-ride check is performed.( 63)

with OE BMW Motorrad ABS:Turn key to position 1.In addition to the points namedabove, the ABS self-diagnosisis also carried out. ( 64)

Switching off ignition

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

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Locking handlebars

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

Electronic immobilizerTheft protectionThe electronic immobilizer helpsprotect your BMW motorcyclefrom theft, and this enhancedsecurity is at your disposal with-out any need for you to set pa-

rameters or activate additionalsystems. The engine of a mo-torcycle fitted with this electronicimmobilizer can be started onlywith the keys that belong to themotorcycle. You can also haveyour authorized BMW Motorradretailer disable particular keys,for example in the event that youlose your keys. The engine can-not be started with a key that hasbeen barred.

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

A spare key attached tothe same ring as the igni-

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

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

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can subsequently be cleared andreactivated for use.

ClockSetting clock

Attempting to set the clockwhile riding the motorcycle

can lead to accidents.Adjust the clock only when themotorcycle is stationary.

Switch on ignition.

Hold down button 1.Hours 2 flash.Press button 1.

Hours increase by one eachtime button is pressed.Hold down button 1.Minutes 3 flash.Press button 1.Minutes increase by one eachtime button is pressed.Press and hold button 1 or donot press any further button.End setting; set time is dis-played.

Odometer andtripmetersSelecting readings

Switch on ignition.

with OE Onboard computer:

If necessary, switch over fromstopwatch to odometer withbutton 1.

Press button 2.

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

Total distance coveredTripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tripmeter 2 (Trip II)Tire pressures (OE)Warnings if necessary

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on ignition.Select desired tripmeter.

Press and hold button 2.Tripmeter is reset.

Onboard computer OE

Selecting readingsSwitch on ignition.

Press button 1.

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

Ambient temperature

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Average speedAverage consumptionRange

Ambient temperature

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

If the ambient temperature dropsbelow 3 °C, the temperature dis-play flashes as a warning of pos-sible icing-up. The display auto-

matically switches from any othermode to the temperature read-ing when the temperature dropsbelow this threshold for the firsttime.

Average speed

The average speed is calculatedbased on the elapsed time sincethe last reset. Times duringwhich the engine was stoppedare excluded from the calculation.

Resetting average speedSwitch on ignition.Select average speed.

Hold down button 1.Average speed is reset.

Average consumption

The average consumption is cal-culated by dividing the distancecovered since the last reset by

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the corresponding amount of fuelused.

Resetting averageconsumption

Switch on ignition.Select average consumption.

Hold down button 1.Average consumption is reset.

Range

The range indicates what dis-tance can still be driven with theremaining fuel. The calculation ismade based on the fuel level andan average consumption storedfor this purpose, however whichneed not always match the val-ue that can be called up in thedisplay.With a completely filled fuel tank,the fuel volume cannot be deter-mined exactly. In this area a min-imum range is indicated, markedwith a > symbol. As soon as thefuel level can be determined ex-

actly, the range is shown moreprecisely.If the motorcycle is standing onthe side stand, the fuel level can-not be correctly determined dueto the inclined position. For thisreason the range is only calculat-ed while driving.When refueling after running onreserve, make sure that you topup the tank to a level above re-serve, as otherwise the sensorwill not be able to register thenew level. Otherwise neither thefill level nor the range display canbe updated.

The determined range is anapproximate reading. BMW

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

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Stopwatch

As an alternative to the odome-ter, the stopwatch can be dis-played. The display consistsof hours, minutes, seconds andtenths of a second separated bydots.To use the stopwatch as a laptimer, it can also be operatedvia the INFO button on the han-dlebar fitting instead of with thebutton 2. If the operation of thestopwatch is set to the INFObutton, the onboard computermust be operated with the but-ton 2.

The stopwatch continues to runin the background when the dis-play is temporarily switched overto the odometer. The stopwatchalso continues to run when theignition is temporarily switchedoff.

Operating stopwatch

If necessary, switch over fromodometer to stopwatch withbutton 1.

Press stopped stopwatch but-ton 2.Stopwatch runs starting fromindicated time in steps of one-tenth of a second.Press button 2 with stopwatchrunning.Stopwatch shows the timemeasured.Press and hold button 2.Stopwatch is reset and shows0.00.00.0.

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Using stopwatch as Lap-Timer

Press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untildisplay changes.FLASH (display of enginespeed warning) and ON orOFF are shown.Press button 2.LAP (Lap-Timer) and ON orOFF are shown.Press button 1 repeatedly untildesired state is shown.ON: Operation of stopwatchwith INFO button on handlebarfitting.

OFF: operation of stopwatchwith button 2 in instrumentcluster.To confirm setting, press andhold button 1 and button 2simultaneously until displaychanges.The settings are applied andthe last display is shown.If no confirmation is made, thelast setting is retained.

Engine speed warning

The engine speed warning sig-nals to the driver that the redengine speed range has beenreached. This signal is shown in

red by the flashing of the anti-theft alarm indicator light 1.The signal is maintained until thetransmission is upshifted or theengine speed is reduced. It canbe activated or deactivated bythe driver.

Activating engine speedwarning

Press and hold button 1 andbutton 2 simultaneously untildisplay changes.FLASH (display of indica-tor light) and ON or OFF areshown.

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Press button 1 until desiredstate is shown.ON: engine speed warning ac-tivated.OFF: engine speed warningdeactivated.To confirm setting, press andhold button 1 and button 2simultaneously until displaychanges.The settings are applied andthe last display is shown.If no confirmation is made, thelast setting is retained.

Tire Pressure ControlTPC OE

Selecting TPC displaySwitch on ignition.

Press button 2 repeatedly untiltire pressures are shown.

The tire pressures are shownalternately with the mileage dis-play. The left-hand value indi-cates the air pressure of the frontwheel, and the right-hand val-

ue the air pressure of the rearwheel. Immediately after switch-ing on the ignition, -- -- isdisplayed, as the transfer of theair pressure values does not be-gin until a speed over 20 mph(30 km/h) is reached.

Indicates the display of thetire pressure.

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

The parking lights are astrain on the battery. Do

not leave the ignition switchedon longer than absolutelynecessary.

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

With the engine switchedoff, you can switch on the

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

High-beam headlight

Press the top section of full-beam headlight switch 1.High-beam headlight isswitched on.

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

Switching on parkinglights

Switch off ignition.

Immediately after switching offthe ignition, press and hold the

left-hand turn indicator but-ton 1.Parking light switches on.

Switching off parkinglights

Switch ignition on and then offagain.Parking light switched off.

Turn indicatorsSwitching on left-handturn indicator

Switch on ignition.

After driving for approx.ten seconds or after cov-

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

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

Switching on right-handturn indicator

Switch on ignition.

After driving for approx.ten seconds or after cov-

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

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

Switching off turnindicator

Press turn-indicator cancel but-ton 3.Turn indicator is switched off.Indicator lights for turn indica-tors are off.

Hazard warningflashersSwitching on hazardwarning flashers

Switch on ignition.

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The hazard warning flash-ers place a strain on the

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

If a turn indicator button ispressed with the ignition

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

Press left 1 and right-hand 2turn indicator buttons simulta-neously.The hazard warning flashersare switched on.Left/right turn indicator lightsflash.Switch off ignition.Hazard warning flashers contin-ue to operate.Indicator lights of left and rightturn indicator are off.

Switching off hazardwarning flashers

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

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Emergency ON/OFFswitch

1 Emergency ON/OFF switch

Operating the emergencyON/OFF switch when riding

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

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

A Operating positionB Engine switched off.

The engine can only bestarted in the operating

position.

Heated hand grips OE

1 Heated hand grip switch

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

The increase in power con-sumption caused by the

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

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

visible).4 100 % heat output (three

dots visible).

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

If the position of the clutchfluid reservoir is changed,

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

Adjusting the clutch leverwhile driving can lead to

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

Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw has alimit position and can be

turned more easily when youpress the clutch lever forward.

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

Distance between handlebargrip and clutch lever decreases.

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

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

Adjusting the brake leverwhile driving can lead to

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

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Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw hasa limit position and can

be turned more easily whenyou press the handbrake leverforward.

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

MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Move mirror into desired posi-tion by twisting.

Spring preloadSpring preloadIt is essential to set springpreload of the rear suspensionto suit the load carried by themotorcycle. Increase springpreload when the motorcycle isheavily loaded and reduce springpreload accordingly when themotorcycle is lightly loaded.

Adjusting spring preloadfor rear wheel

Removing seat ( 56)

Remove toolkit 1.

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

not match the spring-preload anddamping-characteristic settings.Adjust the damping characteristicto suit the spring preload.

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

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

Turn adjusting screw coun-terclockwise as far as pos-sible and then turn back 12clicks (Full tank of gas, withrider 187 lbs (85 kg))

with OE Lowered suspension:

Turn adjusting screw coun-terclockwise as far as pos-sible and then turn back 4clicks (Full tank of gas, withrider 187 lbs (85 kg))

Insert toolkit 1.

Installing seat ( 56)

DampingDampingThe damping must be adapt-ed to the spring preload. An in-crease in spring preload requiresfirmer damping, a reduction inspring preload requires softerdamping.

Adjusting damping on rearwheel

Adjust damping via adjustingscrew 1.

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To increase damping, turn ad-justing screw 1 clockwise.To decrease damping, turn ad-justing screw 1 counterclock-wise.

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

ing

Turn adjusting screw clock-wise as far as possible andthen turn back 1 1/2 clicks(Full tank of gas, with rider187 lbs (85 kg))

TiresChecking tire pressure

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Incorrect tire inflation pres-sure results in poorer hand-

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

At high road speeds, tirevalves have a tendency to

open as a result of centrifugalforce.Fit metal valve caps with rubberseals and screw them on firmlyto prevent sudden deflation.

Check tire pressures againstdata below.

Tire pressure, front

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

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

Tire pressure, rear

40.6 psi (2.8 bar) (Single rid-er, with cold tire)

40.6 psi (2.8 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, withcold tire)

If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pressure.

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

Ordinary adhesive tapedamages the plastic lens.

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

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

If you are unsure whetherthe basic headlight setting

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

Adjusting headlight range

1 Headlight range adjustment

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

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A Neutral positionB Position with heavy payload

SeatRemoving seat

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Turn seat lock 1 counterclock-wise with ignition key and hold.

Raise seat 2 at rear and re-lease key.Remove seat.

Place seat on a clean surfacewith seat surface facing down-ward.

Installing seat

Push seat 2 forward into re-taining brackets 3.Firmly press down on the seatat the rear.The seat can be heard to lockinto place.

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Helmet holderLocking helmet onmotorcycle

Removing seat ( 56)

Secure helmet on helmet hold-er 1 using steel cable availableas an optional accessory.

The helmet catch canscratch the paneling.

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

To do this, guide steel cablethrough helmet and push cableeyes onto holder 1.Installing seat ( 56)

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Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

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

HelmetRider's suitGlovesBoots

This applies even to short jour-neys, and to every season of theyear. Your authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer will be happy toadvise you and has the correctclothing for every purpose.

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

Settings of spring-strut andshock absorber systemImbalanced load

Loose clothingInsufficient tire inflation pres-surePoor tire treadEtc.

Correct loadingOverloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

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

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

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

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

Inhaling exhaust fumestherefore represents a

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

High voltageTouching live parts of theignition system with the

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

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Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, observe the fol-lowing points:

Do not run the fuel tank dryDo not run the engine with thespark-plug cap removedStop the engine immediately ifit misfiresUse unleaded fuel onlyComply with all specified main-tenance intervals.

Unburned fuel will destroythe catalytic converter.

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

Risk of fireTemperatures at the exhaust arehigh.

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

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

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

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

Tampering with controlunit of electronic engine-management system

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can damage

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

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can result in

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

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

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BrakesFront and rear brake fluid levelsClutchShock absorber setting andspring preloadTread depth and tire inflationpressureFirm seating of cases and lug-gage

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

StartingSide standYou cannot start the motorcy-cle with the side stand extendedand a gear engaged. The enginewill switch itself off if you start itwith the transmission in neutraland then engage a gear beforeretracting the side stand.

TransmissionYou can start the engine whenthe transmission is in neutral or ifyou pull the clutch with a gearengaged. Do not engage theclutch until after switching onthe ignition, as otherwise the en-gine cannot be started. Whenthe transmission is in neutral, thegreen neutral indicator light is onand the gear indicator in the mul-tifunction display shows N.

Starting engine

Emergency ON/OFF switchin operating position A.

Transmission lubricationis only ensured when the

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

Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 63)

with OE BMW Motorrad ABS:Switch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 63)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 64)

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Press starter button 1.

At extremely low tempera-tures it may be necessary

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

The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-

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

Engine starts.

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

Pre-ride checkAfter the ignition is switched on,the instrument cluster conductsa test of the pointer instrumentsand the warning and indicatorlights. This so-called Pre-Ride-Check is canceled as soon as theengine is started.Phase 1The pointer of the tachometerand speedometer are run up tothe end stop.

At the same time, the followingwarning and indicator lights areswitched on consecutively:Indicator light for high-beamheadlight and telltale light forleft turn indicatorGeneral warning light in yellowand indicator light for idling

Warning light for fuel reserveand indicator light for right turnindicatorWarning light for oil pressure

with OE BMW Motorrad ABS:ABS warning light

Phase 2General warning lightchanges from yellow to red.

Phase 3The pointers of the tachometerand speedometer are run back.At the same time, all switched-onwarning and indicator lights areswitched off consecutively in thereverse order.If a pointer has not been moved,or if one of the specified warningand indicator lights has not beenswitched on:

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If it was not possible toswitch on the warning

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

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

ABS self-diagnosisOE

The readiness for operationof the BMW Motorrad ABS ischecked by the self-diagnosis.Self-diagnosis is performedautomatically when you switch onthe ignition. To check the wheelsensors, the motorcycle must bedriven a few yards.Phase 1

Checking the diagnosablesystem components whilestopped.

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible country-specif-ic version of ABS warning

light.

Phase 2Checking the wheel sensorswhile starting off.

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible country-specif-ic version of ABS warning

light.

ABS self-diagnosiscompleted

The ABS warning light goesout.

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

Continued driving is possible.It must be noted that the ABSfunction is not available.

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

Running inThe first 600 miles(1,000 km)

While running in the motorcy-cle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently.Try to do most of your rid-ing during this initial period ontwisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-ing high-speed main roads andhighways if possible.

Exceeding the specified en-gine speeds while running

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

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Do not exceed the engine run-in speeds.

Engine break-in speed

<5000 min-1

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

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

New brake pads can ex-tend stopping distance by a

significant margin.Brake early.

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

New tires have notachieved their full adhesion

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

BrakesHow is the shortestbraking distanceachieved?OE

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

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

Descending mountainpasses

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

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

Wet brakesAfter washing the motor-cycle, after driving through

water or in the rain, braking can

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

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

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

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

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

Dirt or mud on brakesWhen the motorcycle isridden on loose surfaces

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

Driving on unpaved or dirtyroads leads to increased

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

Parking yourmotorcyclePlacing on side stand

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

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

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under the stand is level andfirm.

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

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

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

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

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface

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

handlebars turned to the left thanwith the handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars to the left to set thesteering lock.

Turn handlebars to full left orright lock position.Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.

On a grade, the motorcycleshould always face uphill;

select 1st gear.

Lock steering lock.

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

An extended side stand cancatch on the ground when

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

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

Placing on center stand OE

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

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

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

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

Excessive movementscould result in the center

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

Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.Lock steering lock.

Pushing off centerstand OE

Unlock steering lock.Place your left hand on lefthandlebar grip.With your right hand, grip reargrab handle or rear frame.

Push the motorcycle forwardoff the center stand.Make sure that center stand isfully retracted.

RefuelingFuel is highly flammable.Fire at the fuel tank can

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

Fuel expands when ex-posed to heat. When the

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

Fuel attacks plastic sur-faces, making them cloudy

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

Fuel can attack the mate-rial of the windshield and

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

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Open protective cap.

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Open the fuel tank cap withthe ignition key by turning itcounterclockwise.Refuel with quality listed belowat most until lower edge of fillerneck is reached.

Recommended fuel qual-ity

95 ROZ/RON (Super unlead-ed)

with OE Regular unleaded(RON 91):

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

Usable fuel quantity

4.2 gal (16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

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

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Technology in detail

Technology in detail

Brake system with BMW MotorradABSOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Tire Pressure Control TPCOE . . . . . . . . 74

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad ABSOE

How does ABS work?The maximum braking force thatcan be transferred to the roadsurface is partially dependent onthe friction coefficient of the roadsurface. Gravel, ice, snow andwet roads offer a considerablypoorer friction coefficient than adry, clean asphalt surface. Thepoorer the friction coefficient ofthe road surface is, the longerthe braking distance will be.If the maximum transferrablebraking force is exceeded whenthe driver increases the brakepressure, the wheels begin toblock and driving stability is lost,and a fall can result. Before thissituation occurs, ABS intervenesand adjusts the brake pressureto the maximum transferrablebraking force. This enables thewheels to continue to turn and

maintains driving stability regard-less of the road surface condi-tion.

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

Lifting off rear wheelEven during severe braking, ahigh level of tire grip can meanthat the front wheel does notlock up until very late, if at all.Consequently, ABS does not in-tervene until very late, if at all.Under these circumstances therear wheel can lift off the ground,and the outcome can be a high-siding situation in which the mo-torcycle can flip over.

Heavy braking can lead tothe rear wheel lifting off the

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

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What are the designcharacteristics of theBMW Motorrad ABS?The BMW Motorrad ABS en-sures driving stability on any sur-face within the limits of drivingphysics. The system is not op-timized for special requirementsresulting under extreme weath-er conditions offroad or on theracetrack.

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

driving conditions can also leadto a fault message.Unusual driving conditions:

Driving on the rear wheel(wheely) for a longer period.Rear wheel spinning in placewith front brake pulled (burnout).Heating up on the main or aux-iliary stand at idle or with gearengaged.Locked-up rear wheel for alonger period of time, e.g.when riding downhill offroad.

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

How important is regularmaintenance?

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

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

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

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BMW Motorrad ABS is unable tocounteract their effects.

Tire Pressure ControlTPC OE

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

of wheels with TPC sensors canbe driven. If a TPC control unitis installed without the wheelsbeing equipped with sensors, anerror message is output.

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

Air pressure rangesThe TPC control unit distinguish-es between three air pressureranges matched to the motorcy-cle:

Air pressure within the permis-sible tolerance.Air pressure at the limits of thepermissible tolerance.Air pressure outside the per-missible tolerance.

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Accessories

Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Onboard socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

CaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

TopcaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

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

BMW Motorrad cannot ex-amine or test each product

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

constituting a safety hazard. Noris this guarantee provided whenthe official approval of a specificcountry has been granted. Testsconducted by these instancescannot make provision for all op-erating conditions experienced byBMW motorcycles and, conse-quently, they are not sufficient insome circumstances.Use only parts and accessoriesapproved by BMW for yourmotorcycle.

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

Onboard socketRatings

The supply to the socket 1 is cutoff automatically if battery voltageis low or the load exceeds themaximum rating.

Operating electricalaccessoriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories only when the ignitionis switched on.The accessoryremains operational if the igni-tion is subsequently switched off.Approx. 15 minutes after switch-ing off the ignition and/or during

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starting, the onboard socket isswitched off to take the load offthe vehicle electrical system.

Cable routingThe cables from the onboardsocket to the auxiliary devicemust be routed in such a waythat they:

Do not impede the riderDo not restrict or obstruct thesteering angle and handlingcharacteristicsCannot be trapped

Improperly routed cablescan impede the rider.

Route the cables as describedabove.

LuggageCorrect loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.Do not exceed the gross weight

limit and observe the loadinginformation.

Adjust setting of springpreload, damping characteristicand tire inflation pressures tosuit total weight.Ensure that case volumes onleft and right are equal.Make sure that weight is uni-formly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy items of luggagedownwards and inwards.Observe maximum payload ofcase and corresponding topspeed.

Payload of case

with OA Case:

18 lbs ( 8 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith case

with OA Case:

112 mph ( 180 km/h)Observe maximum payload ofTopcase and correspondingtop speed.

Payload of Topcase

with OA Topcase:

11 lbs ( 5 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith Topcase

with OA Topcase:

112 mph ( 180 km/h)Observe maximum payload oftank rucksack.

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Payload of tank rucksack

with OA Tank rucksack:

11 lbs ( 5 kg)Observe maximum payload oftank bag.

Payload of tank bag

with OA Tank bag:

11 lbs ( 5 kg)Comply with maximum payloadof luggage rack.

Payload of luggage carri-er

22 lbs ( 10 kg)

Lashing down luggageRemoving seat ( 56)

Pull luggage belt 1 throughunder seat in area 2 of fuel-tank fill location. Make surethat belt is in front of bars onunderside of seat.Installing seat ( 56)Guide luggage belt along pieceof luggage in area provided toluggage rack.

Pull luggage belt 1 throughluggage rack 3 and lash down.Check piece of luggage for se-cure hold.

Case OA

Release leversThere is a release lever on theleft and right of each case lock.The gray lever marked OPENis used to open and close thecases.The black lever markedRELEASE is used to remove andattach the cases.

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Opening case

Turn lock barrel 1 to positionOPEN.

Pull gray release lever (OPEN)upward.Lock straps 2 open.

Pull gray release lever (OPEN)upward again.Pull case lid 3 out of retainer.Case completely opened.

Closing case

Press catches 1 of case lid intoretainers 2.The catches can be heard tolock into place.Press catches 3 of lock strapsinto retainers 2.The catches can be heard tolock into place.

Adjusting case volumeClose case lid.

Press lock straps 2 outwardand pull out upward.The maximum volume hasbeen set.

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Close lock straps 2.Press case lid against casebody.The case volume is adapted tothe contents.

Removing caseTurn lock barrel in directionRELEASE.Pull black release lever (RE-LEASE) upward.

Pull case out of uppermount 1.Lift case out of lower mount 2.

Mounting case

Hook case into lower mount-ing 2.

Pull black release lever (RE-LEASE) upward.Press case into upper mount-ing 1.Press black release lever (RE-LEASE) downward.Case is locked into place.Lock case.Check secure attachment ofcase.

Secure hold

If a case wobbles or is difficult tofit, it must be adapted to the gapbetween the upper and lowermounting. To achieve this, the

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height of the lower bracket 1 onthe case can be changed.

Adapting caseOpen case.

Unfasten screws 1.Adjust height of bracket.Tighten screws 1.

Topcase OA

Opening Topcase

Turn lock barrel 1 to positionOPEN.Press lock barrel.Locking lever 2 pops out.

Fully open locking lever 2.Open lid.

Closing Topcase

Fully open locking lever 2.

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Close lid and press down.Check that nothing is trappedbetween lid and case.Press locking lever 2 down.Lever audibly engages.

Turn lock barrel 1 to positionLOCK.Topcase is locked.

Removing Topcase

Turn lock barrel in directionRELEASE.Handle 3 pops out.Pull up handle 3 completely.Lift Topcase at rear and re-move it from carrier plate.

Mounting Topcase

Pull up handle 3 completely.

Hook the Topcase into positionon the carrier. Make sure thathooks 4 are securely seated incorresponding mounts.

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Press down carrying handle 3completely.Carrying handle audibly en-gages.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Onboard-toolkit service set . . . . . . . . . . 86

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

General brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111885

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General instructionsThe "Maintenance" chapter de-scribes work involving the check-ing and replacement of wearparts that can be performed witha minimum of effort.If special tightening torques areto be taken into account forassembly, these are listed. Anoverview of all required tighteningtorques is contained in thechapter "Technical Data".Information on additional mainte-nance and repair work is provid-ed in the Repair Manual for yourmotorcycle on DVD/CD-ROM(RepROM), which you can ob-tain from your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer.

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

shop, preferably your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

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

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

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

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

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4 FlashlightLED technology

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

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

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

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

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

The oil level varies with thetemperature of the oil. The

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

engine cold or after a short tripleads to misinterpretations andtherefore to incorrect oil fill quan-tities.To ensure that the display of theengine oil level is correct, onlycheck the oil level after a longertrip.

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

with OE Center stand:Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle atoperating temperature on itscenter stand.

Remove oil dipstick 1 by turn-ing counterclockwise.

Clean measuring range 2 of oildipstick with a dray clothPlace oil dipstick on oil fill loca-tion, but do not install.

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Remove oil dipstick and readoff oil level.

Engine oil level

between MIN and MAXmarkings on oil dipstick

0.4 quarts (0.4 l) (Differencebetween MIN and MAX)

If oil level is below MIN mark:Topping up engine oil ( 88)

If oil level is above MAX mark:Have oil level corrected by aspecialized workshop, prefer-ably an authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer.

Topping up engine oilBoth too little and toomuch engine oil can lead to

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

Wipe area around fill locationclean.Remove oil dipstick.

Top up engine oil up to speci-fied level via fill location 1.Checking engine oil level( 87)Install oil dipstick.

General brake systemBrake safetyA fully functional brake system isa basic requirement for the roadsafety of your motorcycle.

Do not ride the motorcycle if youhave any doubts about the de-pendability of the brake system.In this case, have the brake sys-tem checked by a specializedworkshop, preferably by an au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability of

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

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

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If no clear pressure points areperceptible:

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

Brake padsChecking front brake padthickness

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

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

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Visually inspect the left andright brake pads to ascertaintheir thickness. Direction ofview: between wheel and forktube at brake caliper.

Front brake-pad wearlimit

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

Wear marking (grooves)must be clearly visible.

If the wear indicating marks areno longer clearly visible:

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

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Checking rear brake padthickness

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

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

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Visually check brake pad thick-ness 1 from rear. Rear brake-pad wear limit

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

Wear indicators must beclearly visible.

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger visible:

Have brake pads replaced by aspecialized workshop, prefer-ably an authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer.

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Brake fluidChecking front brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

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

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

with OE Center stand:Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

Move handlebars into straight-ahead position.

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

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

due to brake pad wear.

Front brake fluid level

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.

If brake fluid level drops belowpermissible level:

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

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Checking rear brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

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

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

with OE Center stand:Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle onits center stand.

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

The brake fluid level in thebrake-fluid reservoir drops

due to brake pad wear.

Rear brake fluid level

Brake fluid DOT4

The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.

If brake fluid level drops belowpermissible level:

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

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CoolantChecking coolant level

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Check coolant level on scale 1of coolant reservoir.

Coolant level

between MIN and MAXmarks on the expansion tank

If coolant level is too low:Add coolant.

Topping up coolantRemoving battery compartmentcover ( 113)

Remove screws 1 of right mir-ror.Remove mirror.

Remove two screws 1.Remove short screw 2.Remove three screws 3.

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Remove side panel upward.

Open cap of fill location forcoolant 1 by turning counter-clockwise.Pour in coolant up to specifiedlevel.Close cap of fill location forcoolant by turning clockwise.

Push side section behind lowerside panel while making surethat guide 4 of side sectiongrips into mount 5.

Install three screws 3.Install short screw 2.

Install two screws 1.

Position mirror.Install screws 1.Installing battery compartmentcover ( 113)

ClutchChecking clutch operation

Pull the clutch lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure point can befelt:

Have the clutch checked by aspecialized workshop, prefer-

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ably an authorized BMW Mo-torrad retailer.

TiresChecking tire tread depth

The handling of your mo-torcycle can already change

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

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

Tires have wear indicatorsintegrated into the main

tread grooves. If the tire treadhas worn down to the level ofthe marks, the tire is completelyworn. The locations of the marksare indicated on the edge of the

tire, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI orby an arrow.

If the tire tread depth no longercomplies with the legally requiredminimum tread depth:

Replace tire.

RimsVisual inspection

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

WheelsApproved wheels andtiresFor every size of tire, BMW Mo-torrad has tested certain makesand approved those it has foundto be roadworthy. If you usewheels and tires that have notbeen approved, BMW Motorradcannot assess their suitability orprovide any guarantee as to theirroad safety.Use only wheels and tires thatBMW Motorrad has approved foryour type of motorcycle.Extensive information is availableat your authorized BMW Motor-rad retailer or on the Internet atwww.bmw-motorrad.com.

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TPC sticker OE

The TPC sensors can bedamaged by improper tire

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

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

torrad retailer or the specializedworkshop of the TPC sensor.

Removing front wheelPlace motorcycle on an auxil-iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec-ommends BMW Motorrad rearwheel stand.Installing rear-wheel stand( 103)

with OE Center stand:Place motorcycle onto centerstand.

Once the calipers havebeen removed, there is

a risk of the brake pads being

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

Remove mounting bolts 1 ofbrake calipers on left and right.

Press brake pads in brakecaliper 2 apart slightly byrocking back and forth A inrelation to brake disks 3.

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Mask off area of wheel rim thatcould be scratched in processof removing brake calipers.Carefully pull brake calipersback and out until clear ofbrake disks.

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

Raise front of motorcycle untilthe front wheel can turn freely.BMW Motorrad recommendsthe BMW Motorrad front-wheelstand for lifting the motorcycle.Mounting front wheel stand( 102)

Remove axle clamping screw 4.Remove quick-release axle 5while supporting wheel.Roll front wheel forward to re-move.

with OE BMW Motorrad ABS:When rolling out wheel, watchABS sensor on left side.

Remove spacing bushing 6 onleft side from wheel hub.

Installing front wheelThreaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

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

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

The front wheel must beinstalled right way round to

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

Mount spacing bushing 6 onleft side on wheel hub.Roll front wheel into front forks.

with OE BMW Motorrad ABS:When rolling in wheel, watchABS sensor on left side.

Lift front wheel and installquick-release axle 5 withappropriate torque.

Quick-release axle in axlemount

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

Pinch bolt of quick-re-lease axle

15 lb/ft (20 Nm)Remove front wheel stand.Ease brake calipers onto brakedisks.

with OE BMW Motorrad ABS:

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

it comes into contact with thebrake disk.Ensure installation of the ABSsensor cable close to the frontsuspension.

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Route ABS sensor cable 2 asshown in picture.

Tighten mounting screws 1with appropriate torque.

Brake caliper on slidertube

22 lb/ft (30 Nm)Remove adhesive tape fromwheel rim.Operate brakes several timesuntil brake pads contact brakedisk.

Removing rear wheelPlace motorcycle on an auxil-iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec-ommends BMW Motorrad rearwheel stand.Installing rear-wheel stand( 103)

with OE Center stand:Place motorcycle onto centerstand.

Loosen screw 1 on muffler.Do not remove sealing greasefrom clamp.

Support exhaust manifold withsuitable object (e.g. woodenblock).

Remove screw 2 for brack-et of muffler from passengerfootrest.

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Turn muffler 3 downward andlay aside.Shift into first gear.

Remove mounting bolts 4 ofrear wheel, holding wheel asyou do so.

Lower rear wheel to ground.Roll rear wheel out toward rear.

Installing rear wheelThreaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

Roll rear wheel onto rear wheelsupport.Place rear wheel on rear wheelsupport.

Tighten wheel bolts 4 diago-nally with specified torque.

Rear wheel on drive shaft

44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

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Turn muffler 3 to its initial posi-tion.

Install screw 2 for mufflerbracket in rear footrest, but donot tighten it at this point.

Tighten clamp on muffler toappropriate torque.

Muffler on manifold

26 lb/ft (35 Nm)

Tighten screw 2 for bracket ofmuffler on passenger footrestwith appropriate torque.

Muffler on rear frame

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)Remove auxiliary stand if nec-essary.

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Front wheel standUseA front-wheel stand for simple,safe changing of the front wheelis available from BMW Motor-rad. The front wheel stand withthe BMW special tool number36 3 970 can be obtained fromyour authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

for holding motorcycles without acenter or other auxiliary stands. Amotorcycle standing on the frontwheel stand and the rear wheelalone can fall over.Place the motorcycle on the cen-ter stand or an auxiliary standbefore lifting it with the BMWMotorrad front wheel stand.

Mounting front wheelstand

Place motorcycle on an auxil-iary stand; BMW Motorrad rec-ommends BMW Motorrad rearwheel stand.Installing rear-wheel stand( 103)

with OE Center stand:Place motorcycle onto centerstand.

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

Use locating pins 3 to set frontwheel stand to desired height.Center front wheel stand rela-tive to front wheel and push itagainst front axle.

Align two mounts 2 so thatfront forks rest securely onthem.Tighten adjusting screws 1.

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Apply uniform pressure to pushfront wheel stand down andraise motorcycle.

Rear-wheel standUseIn order to be able to work safe-ly on motorcycles without cen-ter stands, BMW Motorrad of-fers a rear wheel stand. This rearwheel stand with the BMW spe-cial tool number 36 3 980 canbe obtained from your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Installing rear-wheelstand

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Set the desired height of therear wheel stand using thebolts 1.Remove the lock washer 2; todo so, press the unlock but-ton 3.

Push the rear-wheel stand fromthe right onto the rear axle.Apply the retaining disk fromthe left; to do so, press the un-lock button.Place your left hand on thepassenger grab handle of themotorcycle and your right handon the lever of the rear wheelstand 4.

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Raise motorcycle while simul-taneously pressing lever down-ward until motorcycle standsvertically.Press lever onto ground.

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

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs as

soon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

The bulb is pressurized andcan cause injury if dam-

aged.Wear eye and hand protectionwhen replacing bulbs.

An overview of the bulbtypes installed in your mo-

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

Do not touch the glass ofnew bulbs with your fin-

gers. For installation, use a clean,dry cloth. Dirt deposits, in par-ticular oil and grease, interferewith heat radiation from the bulb.Overheating and therefore shortservice life of the bulbs are theconsequence.

Replacing high-beam/low-beam bulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

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

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

To achieve better accessi-bility, turn the handlebars to

the left.

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Remove cover 2 (low beam) orcover 3 (high beam) by pullingon lever 1.

Disconnect plug 4.

Remove spring strap 5 fromdetents and fold to side.

Remove bulb 6.Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for high-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Bulb for low-beam head-light

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Install bulb while ensuring cor-rect position of lug 7 (highbeam bottom/low beam top)and make sure that bulb isproperly engaged.

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Close and lock spring strap 5.

Close connector 4.

Install cover 2 (low beam) orcover 3 (high beam).

Replacing parking lightbulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

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

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

To achieve better accessi-bility, turn the handlebars to

the left.

Take off cover cap 1.

Disconnect connector 2.

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Remove bulb socket 3 by turn-ing counterclockwise.

Remove bulb 4 from bulb hold-er.Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for parking light

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Press bulb 4 into socket.

Install bulb socket 3 by turningclockwise.

Close connector 2.

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Install cap 1.

Replacing brake light andtail light bulbs

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

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

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

Remove screws 1.Pull off light housing towardrear.

Press bulb 2 into socket andturn counterclockwise to re-move.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for taillight/brakelight

P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 WUse a clean, dry cloth to holdnew bulb.

Press bulb 2 into fitting andinstall turning clockwise.

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Install light housing withscrews 1.

Replacing front or rearturn indicator bulbs

Remove screw 1.

Pull glass on screw connectionside out of mirror housing.

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

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, front

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with OE White turn indicators:

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rear

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

with OE White turn indicators:

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

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

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Insert inside end of lens intolight housing and close.

Install screw 1.

Jump-startingThe wires leading to thepower socket do not have

a load-capacity rating adequatefor jump-starting the engine. Ex-cessively high current can leadto a cable fire or damage to themotorcycle electronics.Do not use the onboard socketto jump-start the engine of themotorcycle.

Touching live parts of theignition system with the

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

A short-circuit can resultif the crocodile clips of

the jump leads are accidental-ly brought into contact with themotorcycle.Use only jump leads fitted with

fully insulated crocodile clips atboth ends.

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

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

Removing battery compartmentcover ( 113)When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the onboard electrical sys-tem.

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Run engine of donor vehicleduring jump-starting.Begin by connecting one endof the red jump lead to thepositive terminal 2 of the dis-charged battery and the otherend to the positive terminal ofthe donor battery.Connect the black jump leadto the negative terminal of thedonor battery and then to thenegative terminal 1 of the dis-charged battery.Start engine of motorcycle withdischarged battery in usualway; if engine refuses to start,wait a few minutes before re-

peating attempt to protectstarter and supporting battery.Allow both engines to idle for afew minutes before disconnect-ing jumper cables.First disconnect jump leadfrom negative terminal 1, thenfrom positive terminal 2.

To start the engine, do notuse start sprays or similar

items.

Installing battery compartmentcover ( 113)

BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery and are essential ifwarranty claims are to be consid-ered.Compliance with the points be-low is important in order to maxi-mize battery life:

Keep the surface of the batteryclean and dryDo not open the batteryDo not top up with waterBe sure to read and complywith the instructions for charg-ing the battery on the followingpagesDo not turn the battery upsidedown

If the battery is not discon-nected, the onboard elec-

tronics (clock etc.) will drain thebattery. This can cause the bat-tery to run flat. If this happens,warranty claims will not be ac-cepted.During periods when the motor-cycle is not being used, of morethan four weeks, disconnect thebattery from the motorcycle orconnect a trickle charger to thebattery.

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

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

Charging connectedbattery

Charging the connectedbattery directly at the bat-

tery terminals can damage themotorcycle electronics.To charge the battery via thebattery terminals, disconnect thebattery first.

Charging the battery viathe onboard socket is only

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

If you switch on the igni-tion and the multifunction

display and indicator lights fail tolight up, the battery is complete-ly flat. Attempting to charge acompletely flat battery via the on-board socket can cause damageto the motorcycle's electronics.Always charge a completelydrained battery directly at theterminals of the disconnectedbattery.

Charge disconnected batteryvia onboard socket.Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.

The motorcycle's onboardelectronics know when the

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

Charging disconnectedbattery

Charge battery using a suitablecharger.Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.Once the battery is fullycharged, disconnect thecharger's terminal clips fromthe battery terminals.

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

not being used, the battery mustbe recharged regularly. See theinstructions for caring for your

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battery. Always fully rechargethe battery before returning it touse.

Removing batterycompartment cover

Removing seat ( 56)

Remove four screws 1 on leftand right and take off batterycompartment cover 2.

Installing batterycompartment cover

Install battery compartmentcover in guides 3 on left andright.Install four screws 1 on left andright.Installing seat ( 56)

Removing batteryMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Switch off ignition.Removing battery compartmentcover ( 113)

An incorrect disconnectionsequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Remove negative cable 1 first.Then remove positive cable 2.Remove screw 3 and take offbattery retaining strap.Lift battery up and out, usingtilting movements if it is difficultto move.

Installing batterySwitch off ignition.

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

Push battery retaining strapover battery and installscrew 3.

An incorrect connectionsequence increases the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Install positive cable 2.Install negative cable 1.

If the motorcycle was dis-connected from the bat-

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

Installing battery compartmentcover ( 113)Setting clock ( 40)

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Care

Care

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The use of unsuitablecleaning and care products

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

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

After washing the motor-cycle, after driving through

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

Brake early until the brakes aredry or braked until dry.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Only use cold water to removeroad salt.

The high pressure of steamcleaners can damage seals,

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

Cleaning sensitivemotorcycle partsPlasticsClean plastic parts with waterand BMW plastic care emulsion.This includes in particular:

Windshields and wind deflec-torsHeadlight lens made of plasticCovering glass of the instru-ment cluster

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Black, unpainted parts

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaning

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

Soften stubborn dirt anddead insects by covering

the affected areas with a wetcloth.

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

Fuel and chemical solventsattack the windshield ma-

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

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

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

Cooling fins can be benteasily.

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

RubberTreat rubber components withwater or BMW rubber protectioncoating agent.

Using silicone sprays forthe care of rubber seals can

cause damage.

Do not use silicon sprays or oth-er care products that containsilicon.

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

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cleaning naphtha or spirit on aclean cloth or cotton ball. BMWMotorrad recommends remov-ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-mover. Then add a protectivewax coating to the paint at theselocations.

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

Storing motorcycleClean the motorcycle.Remove the battery.Spray the brake and clutchlever, the side stand pivot and,if necessary, the main standpivot with a suitable lubricant.

Coat bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g. Vaseline).Park the motorcycle in a dryroom so that both wheels areunloaded.

Before putting the motor-cycle into storage, have

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

Returning motorcycleto use

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

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Technical data

Technical data

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

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

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

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

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

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

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

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13210119

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

Possible cause Remedy

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

Side stand extended and gear engaged. Retract side stand ( 62).

Gear engaged and clutch not operated. Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch( 62).

Clutch disengaged with ignition switched off. Switch on ignition first, then disengage clutch.

No fuel in tank. Refueling ( 68)

Battery not adequately charged. Charging connected battery ( 112)

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Brake caliper on slider tube

M10 x 35 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

Pinch bolt of quick-release axle

M8 x 40 15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

Quick-release axle in axle mount

M24 x 1.5 37 lb/ft (50 Nm)

Rear wheel Value Valid

Rear wheel on drive shaft

M10 x 1.25 44 lb/ft (60 Nm)

Muffler on manifold

M8 x 60 - 10.9 26 lb/ft (35 Nm)

Muffler on rear frame

M8 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

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Engine

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

Displacement 798 cc (798 cm3)

Cylinder bore 3.2 in (82 mm)

Piston stroke 3 in (75.6 mm)

Compression ratio 12:1

Rated output 85 hp (62.5 kW), at engine speed: 8000 min-1

with OE Regular unleaded (RON 91): 83 hp (61 kW), at engine speed: 8000 min-1

with OE Power reduction: 34 hp (25 kW), at engine speed: 7000 min-1

Torque 63 lb/ft (86 Nm), at engine speed: 5800 min-1

with OE Regular unleaded (RON 91): 61 lb/ft (83 Nm), at engine speed: 5800 min-1

with OE Power reduction: 41 lb/ft (55 Nm), at engine speed: 3500 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 9000 min-1

Idle speed 1250±50 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel quality 95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded

with OE Regular unleaded (RON 91): 91 ROZ/RON, Regular unleaded (fuel type can beused with reduced performance and consumption)

Usable fuel quantity 4.2 gal (16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity 1.1 gal ( 4 l)

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 3.2 quarts (3 l), with filter change

0.3 quarts (0.3 l), when removing swinging-armshaft cover, additionally

Lubricant Engine oil 15W-40

Oil grades Mineral engine oils of the API classification SF toSH. BMW Motorrad does not recommend usingoil additives, as these can worsen clutch opera-tion. Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer for engineoils suitable for your motorcycle.

Permissible viscosity classes

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

SAE 15 W-40 14 °F ( -10 °C)

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Clutch

Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch

Transmission

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

Gear ratios

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

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Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Belt drive with jerk damping in its own housing

Type of rear suspension Single-arm light-alloy cast swinging arm with rearwheel axle adjustable via eccentric

Running gear

Type of front suspension Telescopic forks

Spring travel, front 5.5 in (140 mm), On wheel

with OE Lowered suspension: 4.3 in (110 mm), On wheel

Type of rear suspension Single-arm light-alloy cast swinging arm with rearwheel axle adjustable via eccentric

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

Spring travel at rear wheel 5.5 in (140 mm), On wheel

with OE Lowered suspension: 4.4 in (113 mm), On wheel

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Brakes

Type of front brake hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 4-pis-ton fixed calipers and floating brake disks

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Type of rear brake Hydraulic 1-piston floating calipers with fixedbrake disk

Brake-pad material, rear Sintered metal

Wheels and tires

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

front: Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 F Radial F,120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)rear: Bridgestone Battlax BT 014R Radial F, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)

front: Bridgestone Battlax BT 020 F UU Radial,120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)rear: Bridgestone Battlax BT 020R Radial N, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)

front: Continental Conti Sport Attack, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)rear: Continental Conti Sport Attack, 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)

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front: Dunlop Sportmax D 220 F ST P, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)rear: Dunlop Sportmax D 220 ST P, 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)

front: Metzeler Sporttec M-1 E, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)rear: Metzeler Sporttec M-1 B, 180/55 ZR17 M/C(73W)

front: Metzeler Roadtec Z6 Front, 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)rear: Metzeler Roadtec Z6 E, 180/55 ZR17 M/C(73W)

front: Michelin Pilot Road B, 120/70 ZR17 M/C(58W)rear: Michelin Pilot Road K, 180/55 ZR17 M/C(73W)

Front wheel

Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2

Front-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"

Front tire designation 120/70 ZR 17

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Rear wheel

Battery manufacturer and designation ETX 14 BS

Rear-wheel rim size 5.5" x 17"

Rear tire designation 180/55 ZR 17

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider, with cold tire36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, with cold tire

Tire pressure, rear 40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Single rider, with cold tire40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with passenger and/orload, with cold tire

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Electrical system

Electrical rating of onboard socket 5 A, an onboard socket

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

Battery

Battery manufacturer and designation ETX 14 BS

Battery design AGM (Absorptive Glass Matt) battery

Battery voltage 12 V

Battery capacity 14 Ah

Spark plugs

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DCPR 8 E

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.04±0 in (0.9±0 mm), New

max 0.05 in (max 1.2 mm), Wear limit

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Bulbs

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

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

Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb for taillight/brake light P21/5W / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W

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

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

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

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

Frame

Frame design Aluminum delta-box frame

Location of type plate Right steering head

Location of vehicle identification number Right steering head

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Motorcycle length 86.4 in (2195 mm)

Motorcycle height 48.2 in (1225 mm), Without driver at unladenweight, up to upper edge of windshield

with OE Lowered suspension: 47 in (1195 mm), Without driver at unladenweight, up to upper edge of windshield

Motorcycle width 33.9 in (860 mm), Across mirrors

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

with OE Low dual seat: 31.1 in (790 mm), Without driver at unladenweight

with OE Lowered suspension: 31.1 in (790 mm), Without driver at unladenweight

with OE Lowered suspension and with OELow dual seat:

29.9 in (760 mm), Without driver at unladenweight

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Unladen weight 450 lbs (204 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready forroad, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE

Permissible gross weight 893 lbs (405 kg)

Maximum payload 443 lbs (201 kg)

Riding specifications

Top speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)

with OE Power reduction: 96 mph (155 km/h)

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Service

BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

BMW Motorrad Service Quality . . . . 134

BMW Motorrad Service Card - On-the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 134

BMW Motorrad ServiceNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

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BMW Motorrad ServiceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.

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

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

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

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

BMW Motorrad ServiceQualityBMW Motorrad means not onlyquality workmanship and highreliability, but also an outstandingquality of service.To ensure that your BMW is al-ways in optimum condition, BMWMotorrad recommends that youadhere to the regular mainte-nance schedule for your motor-cycle, preferably having the workdone by your authorized BMWMotorrad retailer. For generoustreatment of claims submittedafter the warranty period has ex-pired, evidence of regular mainte-nance is essential.Certain signs of wear, moreover,may otherwise not be noticed

until it is too late to correct themat moderate cost. The workshoppersonnel at BMW Motorrad re-tailers have thorough knowledgeof your motorcycle and can takeaction before minor problems canturn into major trouble. By havingthe necessary repairs done prop-erly and in good time, you savetime and money in the long run.

BMW Motorrad ServiceCard - On-the-spotbreakdown assistanceWith all new BMW motorcy-cles, the BMW Motorrad ServiceCard protects you in the eventof a breakdown with an exten-sive range of services such asbreakdown assistance, motorcy-cle transportation etc. (differingregulations are possible in indi-vidual countries). In the case ofa breakdown, contact the MobileService of BMW Motorrad. Hereyou will find our specialists ready

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

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

"Service Contact Africa, Ameri-ca, Asia, Australia, Oceania".

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

BMW Running-in CheckThe BMW running-in check hasto be performed when the mo-torcycle has covered between300 miles (500 km) and 750miles (1,200 km).

BMW ServiceBMW Service is carried out oncea year. The scope of the ser-vices performed may be depen-dent on the vehicle owner andthe mileage driven. Your BMWMotorrad retailer confirms thatthe service has been performed

and enters the date for the nextservice.For drivers who drive long dis-tances annually, it may be neces-sary to come in for service beforethe entered date. In this case acorresponding maximum odome-ter reading will also be entered inthe confirmation of service. If thisodometer reading is reached be-fore the next service date, servicemust be performed sooner.The service display in the multi-function display reminds you ofthe next service date approx. onemonth or 600 miles (1,000 km)before the entered values.

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Confirmation of maintenance work

BMW Pre-DeliveryCheckConducted

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Stamp, Signature

BMW Running-inCheckConducted

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Odometer reading

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BMW ServiceConducted

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BMW ServiceConducted

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

Work carried out Odometerreading

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS

Self-diagnosis, 64Accessories

General instructions, 76Anti-theft alarm, 18

BBattery, 15

Charging connected bat-tery, 112Charging disconnectedbattery, 112Installing, 113Installing compartmentcover, 113Maintenance instructions, 111Removing, 113Removing compartmentcover, 113Technical data, 129

Brake fluidChecking front level, 91Checking rear level, 92

Brake padsCheck front, 89Check rear, 90Running in, 65

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever, 51Checking operation, 88Front fluid tank, 13Rear fluid reservoir, 13Safety instructions, 65Technical data, 126

CCare, 115Case

Adapting, 81Adjusting, 79Closing, 79Mounting, 80Opening, 79Removing, 80

Checklist, 61Cleaning, 115Clock, 22

Adjusting, 18, 40

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 51Checking operation, 94Technical data, 124

Commissioning, 118Confirmation of maintenance

work, 136Coolant

Check level, 93Display, 13Temperature display, 22Topping up, 93

Currentness of this manual, 7

DDamping, 13, 53Dimensions

Technical data, 131

EElectrical system

Technical data, 129Emergency ON/OFF switch, 17,

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EngineStarting, 62Technical data, 122Warning for engine electron-ics, 27

Engine oilCheck level, 87Dipstick, 11Fill location, 11Temperature display, 24Topping up, 88Warning for engine oilpressure, 28

Engine speed warning, 45Display, 18

Equipment, 6EWS, 39

Warning indicator, 27

FFirst-aid kit

Location, 14Flat tire set

Location, 15

FrameTechnical data, 130

Front wheel stand, 102Fuel

Quantity indicator, 22, 24Refueling, 68Technical data, 4Warning for fuel down toreserve, 27

Fuses, 129

GGear indicator, 22, 23

HHandlebar fittings

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

Hazard warning flashers, 16Switching off, 49Switching on, 48

HeadlightAdjusting for RHD/LHDtraffic, 55Headlight range, 55

Headlight flasher, 16Heated hand grips, 17, 50Helmet holder, 14, 57High-beam headlight, 16, 19

Indicator light, 22Horn, 16

IIdling

Indicator light, 22Ignition

Switching off, 38Switching on, 38

Immobilizer, 39Warning indicator, 27

Indicator lights, 18Overview, 22

Instrument clusterOverview, 18Sensor for instrument clusterlighting, 18

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JJump-starting, 110

KKeys, 38

LLamps

General instructions, 104High-beam headlight, 19Low-beam headlight, 19Parking lights, 19Replacing brake light and taillight bulbs, 108Replacing front turn indicatorbulb, 109Replacing high-beam bulb, 104Replacing low-beam bulb, 104Replacing parking-lightbulb, 106Replacing rear turn indicatorbulb, 109Technical data, 130Warning for bulb failure, 28

LightsAdjusting headlight range, 11Headlight flasher, 47High-beam headlight, 47Low-beam headlight, 47Parking light, 47Parking lights, 46

Low-beam headlight, 19Luggage

Correct loading, 77Lashing down, 78

MMaintenance

General instructions, 86Mirrors

Adjusting, 52Motorcycle

Care, 115Cleaning, 115General view of left side, 11General view of right side, 13Returning to use, 118Storing, 118

Switching off, 66Multifunction display, 18

OOdometer and tripmeters

Display range, 22Resetting, 41Selecting readings, 40

Onboard computer, 16Ambient temperature, 42Average consumption, 42Average speed, 42Range, 43Resetting average consump-tion, 43Resetting average speed, 42Selecting readings, 41Stopwatch, 44, 45

Onboard socket, 13, 76Overview of warning indica-

tors, 26, 31, 33

PParking lights, 19Pre-ride check, 63

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RRear-wheel drive

Technical data, 125Rear-wheel stand, 103Refueling, 68Reserve

Warning indicator, 27Rider's Manual (US Model), 14Running gear

Technical data, 125Running in, 64

SSafety instructions, 60

Brakes, 65Seat, 14

Installing, 56Removing, 56

Seat lock, 11Service, 134

Shown in display, 22Service Card, 134Side stand

During starting, 62

Spark plugsTechnical data, 129

Speedometer, 18Spring preload

Adjusting, 13, 52Adjustment key, 14

Starter, 17Starting, 62Steering lock, 39Stopwatch, 18, 22, 44, 45Storing, 118Switching off, 66

TTachometer, 18Technical data

Battery, 129Brakes, 126Bulbs, 130Clutch, 124Dimensions, 131Electrical system, 129Engine, 122Frame, 130Fuel, 4

Rear-wheel drive, 125Running gear, 125Spark plugs, 129Standards, 7Transmission, 124Weights, 132Wheels and tires, 126

Tire Pressure Control TPCStatus indicators, 46Sticker on wheel rim, 96Warning indicators, 32

TiresApproved tires, 95Checking inflation pressure, 54Checking tread depth, 95Running in, 65Technical data, 126

Toolkit, 14Service set, 86

TopcaseClosing, 81Mounting, 82Opening, 81Removing, 82

Torques, 121

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TransmissionDuring starting, 62Technical data, 124

Troubleshooting chart, 120Turn indicators

Indicator light, 22Left, 16, 47Right, 17, 48Switching off, 17, 48

WWarning indicators

Display, 24Warning lamps, 18Warning symbols

Display range, 22Weights

Technical data, 132Wheels

Installing front wheel, 97Installing rear wheel, 100Removing front wheel, 96Removing rear wheel, 99Technical data, 126

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Reporting Safety Defects

If you believe that your

vehicle has a defect

which could cause a

crash or could cause

injury or death, you

should immediately

inform the National

Highway Traffic Safety

Administration (NHTSA)

in addition to notifying

BMW of North America,

LLC.

If NHTSA receives simi-

lar complaints, it may

open an investigation,

and if it finds that a

safety defect exists in a

group of vehicles, it may

order a recall and

remedy campaign.

However, NHTSA can-

not become involved in

individual problems

between you, your

dealer, or BMW of

North America, LCC.

To contact NHTSA, you

may call the Vehicle

Safety Hotline toll-free at

1–888–327–4236

(TTY: 1–800–424–9153);

go to

http://www.safercar.gov;

or write to:

Administrator, NHTSA,

400 Seventh Street, SW.,

Washington, DC 20590.

You can also obtain other

information about motor

vehicle safety from

http://www.safercar.gov.

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

© 2007 BMW MotorradNot to be reproduced eitherwholly or in part without writtenpermission from BMW Motorrad,After Sales.Printed in Germany.

Important data for refueling

FuelRecommended fuel quality 95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded

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

Usable fuel quantity 4.2 gal (16 l)

Reserve fuel quantity 1.1 gal ( 4 l)

Tire inflation pressureTire pressure, front 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider,

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

Tire pressure, rear 40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Single rider,with cold tire40.6 psi (2.8 bar), Driver with pas-senger and/or load, with cold tire

BMW recommends

Order No.: 01 47 7 709 24706.2007, 3rd Edition

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Korrektur zu F 800 S und F 800 ST (Seite 77 )Tempolimit für Fahrten mit Koffer: siehe Hinweisschild im Koffer.

Correction for F 800 S and F 800 ST (Page 77)Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases: See label inside the case.

Correction concernant F 800 S et F 800 ST (Page 79)Limitation de vitesse pour conduites avec valises : voir plaquette d'avertissement dans la valise.

Modificación para F 800 S y F 800 ST (Página 83)Límite de velocidad con maleta montada: véase placa de advertencia de la maleta.

Correzione per F 800 S e F 800 ST (Pagina 77)Limite di velocità per la marcia con valigia: vedere la targhetta di avvertenza nella valigia.

Korrigering för F 800 S och F 800 ST (Sidan 75)Hastighetsgräns för körning med toppbox: se anvisningsskylt i toppboxen.

Correctie voor F 800 S en F 800 ST (Pagina 77)Snelheidslimiet voor het rijden met koffer: Zie de sticker in de koffer.

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Correction for F 800 S and F 800 ST (Page 77)Speed limit when riding with case: see label in case.

Correcção referente à F 800 S e F 800 ST (Página 78 )Limite de velocidade para viagens com mala: consultar etiqueta de informação na mala.

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