Rider's Manual (US Model)

G 650 GS

BMW Motorrad

The UltimateRiding Machine

Motorcycle/Dealer Data

Motorcycle data

Model

Vehicle identification number

Color number

Initial registration

License plate

Dealer Data

Contact in Service

Ms./Mr.

Phone number

Dealer's address/phone number (companystamp)

Welcome to BMW

Congratulations on choosing amotorcycle from BMW Motorradand welcome to the communityof BMW motorcycle owners andriders. Familiarize yourself withyour new motorcycle so that youcan ride it safely and confidentlyin all highway traffic situations.

About this Rider's ManualPlease read this Rider's Manualcarefully before starting to useyour new BMW. It contains im-portant information on how tooperate the controls and how toget the most benefit from yourBMW's advanced technical fea-tures.In addition, it contains informa-tion on maintenance and care tohelp you maintain your vehicle'sreliability and safety, as well as itsvalue.

Suggestions and complaintsIf you have any questions con-cerning your motorcycle, your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retaileris always happy to provide adviceand assistance.

We wish you many miles of safeand enjoyable riding on yourBMW

BMW Motorrad.

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Table of Contents

1 General instructions . . . . 5Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations andsymbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Notice concerning current sta-tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . 13Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . 15Multifunction switch, left . . . . 16Multifunction switch,right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Auxiliary switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 20Warning and indicatorlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Distance covered since thefuel reached the reservelevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Steering and ignitionlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Turn indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 31Emergency-off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 32BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 33Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Storage compartment . . . . . . . 40

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 42Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Off-road riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Parking your motorcycle . . . . 50Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Fuel specifications . . . . . . . . . . 51Securing motorcycle fortransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

6 Technology indetail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Brake system withBMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . 56

7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59General instructions . . . . . . . . . 60Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 67General instructions . . . . . . . . . 68Onboard toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77BMW Motorrad front wheelstand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Fairings and panels . . . . . . . . . 96

9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Washing your motorcy-cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Cleaning sensitive motorcy-cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Storing the motorcycle . . . . 104Protective wax coating . . . . 104Returning motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

10 Technical data . . . . . . 105Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 106Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 107Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 112Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 113Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 114Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Performance data . . . . . . . . . 118

11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Reporting safetydefects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120BMW Motorrad Service . . . 121BMW Motorrad MobilityServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121Maintenance proce-dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121Confirmation of mainte-nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Confirmation of service . . . . 128

12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

General instructions

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

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

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

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

Notice concerning current status . . . . 7

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Man-ual will provide you with an ini-tial overview of your motorcy-cle. All maintenance and repairwork carried out on your mo-torcycle will be documented inchapter 11. Documentation con-firming performance of scheduledmaintenance is a preconditionfor generous handling of out-of-warranty claims and goodwill war-ranty treatment.When the time comes to sellyour BMW, please rememberto hand over this Rider's Manual;it is an important part of the mo-torcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings that areimperative to observe for

your own safety and the safety

of others, and to protect yourproduct 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 extra.BMW Motorrad optionalextras are already com-pletely installed duringmotorcycle production.

OA Optional accessory.BMW Motorrad optionalaccessories can bepurchased and installedat your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.

EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmotorcycle, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describes optionalequipment (OE) offered by BMWand selected optional accessories(OA). This explains why the man-

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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 separate operating instructions.

Technical dataAll dimensions, weights and per-formance data contained thisRider's Manual refer to the Ger-man DIN standards and complywith their tolerance specifications.Versions for individual countriesmay differ.

Notice concerningcurrent statusThe high safety and quality stan-dards of BMW motorcycles aremaintained by consistent, on-going development efforts em-bracing their design, equipmentand accessories. For this reason,some aspects of your motorcyclemay vary from the descriptions inthis Rider's Manual. In addition,BMW Motorrad cannot guaranteethe total absence of errors. Wehope you will appreciate that noclaims can be recognized basedon the data, illustrations or de-scriptions in this manual.

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Overviews

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

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

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

Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Auxiliary switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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General view, left side1 Battery (under center fair-

ing panel) ( 93)2 Engine oil fill location and

oil dipstick ( 68)3 Seat release (in storage

compartment) ( 38)4 Tire inflation pressure table

(on rear wheel swingingarm)

5 Onboard socket ( 60)6 Coolant level indicator (be-

hind side panel) ( 74)

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General view, right side1 Fuel filler opening ( 50)2 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 72)3 Type plate (on right frame

tube)Vehicle Identification Num-ber (on right steering-headbearing)

4 Air filter (under fairing sidepanel) ( 90)

5 Adjusting spring preload( 35)

6 Adjusting damping ( 36)7 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear

( 73)8 Chain tension label (on rear

wheel swinging arm)

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Underneath seat1 Fuse box ( 84)2 Onboard toolkit ( 68)3 Payload table

Storage tray for Rider'sManual

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Instrument cluster1 Multifunction display

( 20)2 Engine speed warning

( 48)3 Speedometer4 Warning and indicator

lamps ( 21)5 Anti-theft alarm system

status LED (refer to oper-ating instructions for alarmsystem)

6 Operating clock ( 29)Operating odometer( 30)

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Multifunction switch,left1 Headlight flasher2 ABS operation ( 33)3 Turn indicator switch

( 31)4 Horn5 High-beam headlight

( 31)

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Multifunction switch,right1 Emergency-off switch (kill

switch) ( 32)2 Starter button ( 44)

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Auxiliary switch1 Hazard warning flashers

( 31)2 with heated handlebar

grips OE

Heated handlebar grips( 32)

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Displays

Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . 21

Distance covered since the fuelreached the reserve level . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Multifunction display1 Symbol for mileage cov-

ered since fuel reachedreserve level ( 22)

2 Symbol for tripmeter(Trip 1 or Trip 2) ( 30)

3 Display sector for tripodometer and mileagecovered since fuel reachedreserve level

4 RPM limit5 Tachometer6 Clock7 Symbol for setting clock

( 29)8 Total distance

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Warning and indicatorlamps1 Turn signal indicator lamp2 Fuel-reserve warning lamp

( 24)3 Neutral indicator lamp4 ABS warning lamp ( 24)5 Coolant warning lamp

( 24)6 Headlight high beam indi-

cator lamp

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Distance covered sincethe fuel reached thereserve level

Once the fuel level falls tothe reserve sector the dis-

tance covered since operation inthe reserve range started appearsin the display. This odometeris reset and no longer appearsas soon as the tank is refuled toa level higher than the reservelevel.The trip odometer and the clocksetting can still be accessed.

Warning lampsDisplayWarnings are displayed with thecorresponding warning lamp.The following page contains a listof potential warnings.

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Overview of warning indicatorsWarning and indicatorlamps

Warning symbols in thedisplay panel

Meaning

Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 24)

Lights up Coolant temperature too high ( 24)

Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed( 24)

Lights up ABS deactivated ( 25)

Lights up ABS error ( 25)

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Fuel down to reserveFuel-reserve warning lightlights up.

A fuel shortage can causeirregular engine operation

or engine shut-off (accident haz-ard) and the catalytic convertercan be damaged.Do not drive to the extent thatthe fuel tank is completelyempty.

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

Reserve fuel quantity

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

Refueling ( 50).

Coolant temperature toohigh

Coolant-temperature warn-ing light lights up.

Driving with an overheatedengine can result in engine

damage.Be sure to observe the measureslisted below.

Possible cause:Coolant level too low.

Checking coolant level ( 74).If coolant level is too low:

Topping up coolant ( 74).

Possible cause:Radiator fan defective.If the radiator fan fails to run withthe coolant-temperature warninglight switched on:

Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible at anauthorized service facility,

preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad Dealer.

Possible cause:Cooling is insufficient.

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 quicklyas possible by an authorizedworkshop, preferably an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

ABS self-diagnosis notcompleted

ABS warning light flashes.

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

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

ABS deactivatedABS warning light lights up.

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

Switch on the ABS function.

ABS errorABS warning light lights up.

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

It remains possible to continueriding. It must be noted thatthe ABS function is not avail-able. Observe additional infor-mation on conditions that canlead to an ABS error ( 57).Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible at anauthorized service facility,preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad Dealer.

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Operation

Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Turn indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Emergency-off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

BMW Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Steering and ignitionlockKeysTwo main keys and one emer-gency key are provided with thevehicle. The emergency key fea-tures a light, compact design, al-lowing it to be carried in a wallet,etc. This key is intended for usewhen no main key is immediatelyavailable, and is not suitable forcontinuous use.The steering and ignition lock,tank lock and seat lock are oper-ated with the same key.

with Vario case OA

with TopcaseOA

The cases and the topcase canalso be ordered with locks forthe same key on request. Pleasecontact an authorized workshopfor this purpose, preferably anauthorized BMW Motorrad re-tailer.

Switch on ignition

Turn key to position 1.Parking lights, low-beam head-light and all function circuits areswitched on.Engine can be started.Pre-Ride-Check in progress.( 46)ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 46)

Switch off ignition

Turn key to position 2.Light is switched off.Handlebars are not locked.Key can now be removed.

Locking steering lock withparking light

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 thehandlebars turned to the left than

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with 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.

Turn key to position 3 whilemoving handlebars slightly.Parking light switched on.Handlebars locked.Key can be removed.

Locking steering lockwithout parking light

Locking steering lock withparking light ( 28).

Turn key further to position 4.Parking lights are now switchedoff.Handlebars are locked.Key can now be removed.

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.

Press button 1 repeatedly untilSET 2 is displayed.Press and hold button untilhours display flashes.Press button repeatedly untildesired hours are shown.

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Press and hold button untilminutes display flashes.Press button repeatedly untildesired minutes are shown.Press and hold button untilminutes no longer flash.Setting is completed.

DisplaySelecting readings

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1 to select valuein display.

The following values can be dis-played:

Tripmeter 1 (Trip 1)Tripmeter 2 (Trip 2)

Kilometers driven afterreaching the reserve quan-

tity

Clock setting (SET)

Resetting trip odometerSwitch on ignition.Select desired trip odometer.

Press and hold button 1 untiltrip odometer has been reset.

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.

Headlight low beamThe low-beam headlight switcheson automatically when the igni-tion is switched on.

The low-beam headlight isa strain on the battery. Do

not leave the ignition switchedon longer than absolutelynecessary.

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High-beam headlight

Slide the switch 1 upward toswitch on the high beam.Slide the switch 1 downward todeactivate the high beam.

Headlight flasher

Press button 1.The high-beam headlight isswitched on for as long as thebutton is pressed.

Turn indicatorOperating turn indicator

Switch on ignition.

Press button 1 toward left toswitch on left-hand turn indica-tor.Press button 1 toward rightto switch on right-hand turnindicator.Press button 1 into center po-sition to switch off turn indica-tors.

Hazard warningflashersOperating hazard warningflashers

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.

Press the bottom of the haz-ard warning flasher switch 1to activate the hazard warningflasher.Ignition can be switched off.Press the top of the hazardwarning flasher switch 1 todeactivate the hazard warn-ing flasher.

Emergency-off switch(kill switch)

1 Emergency-off switch (killswitch)

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 kill switch.

- Switch not activated: stan-dard operating position

- Switch activated: engineswitched off

The engine can only bestarted in the operating

position.

Heated handlebar gripswith heated handlebar grips OE

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1 Heated handlebar-gripswitch

The handlebar grips can beheated at two different levels.The second level is used for fastheating of the grips; the switchshould then be switched back tothe first level.

The grip heating place astrain on the battery. Only

switch on the grip heating whenthe engine is running.

Operate switch at top:50 % heating capacity.

- Switch in center position:heating function off.

Operate switch at bottom:100 % heating capacity.

BMW Motorrad ABSDeactivating ABS function

Stop motorcycle or switch onignition with motorcycle sta-tionary.

Press and hold button 1, con-tinuing until ABS warning lam-p's display status changes.

ABS warning light begins tolight up.

Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ABS warning light contin-ues to light up.

ABS function is deactivated.

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Switching on ABSfunction

Press and hold button 1, con-tinuing until ABS warning lam-p's display status changes.

ABS warning light goesout; if self-diagnosis has

not been completed, it begins toflash.

Release button 1 within twoseconds.

ABS warning light remainsoff or continues to flash.

ABS function is now activated.

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

If the ABS warning lightlights up after switching

the ignition off and on and thencontinued driving over 4 mph(5 km/h), an ABS error hasoccurred.

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

Adjusting the clutch leverwhile driving can lead to

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

Turn adjusting screw 1 intodesired position.

The adjusting screw can beturned more easily if you

press the clutch lever forwardwhen doing so.

Adjustment options:from Position 1: smallest dis-tance between handlebar gripand clutch leverto Position 3: largest distancebetween handlebar grip andclutch lever

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MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Adjusting the mirror whiledriving can result in acci-

dents.Only adjust the mirrors with themotorcycle stopped.

Move mirror into desired posi-tion by twisting.

Adjusting mirror arm

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

Locknut (mirror) onclamping piece

15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

Slide protective cap overthreaded fastener.

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

Adjusting spring preloadat rear wheel

Park the motorcycle, ensuringthat the support surface is firmand level.

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

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

Adjusting the spring preloadwhile the motorcycle is be-

ing ridden can lead to accidents.Adjust the spring preloadonly when the motorcycle isstationary.

To increase the spring preload,turn the adjustment wheel 1in the direction of the arrowHARD.

To decrease the spring load,turn the adjustment wheel 1 inthe direction of the arrow LOW.

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

Turn adjustment wheel com-pletely to left, then back 15clicks (Full tank of gas, withrider 187 lbs (85 kg))

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

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

Adjusting damping on rearwheel

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.

Adjust damping with toolkit us-ing adjusting screw 1.

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To increase damping, turn ad-justing screw 1 in arrow direc-tion H.To decrease damping, turn ad-justing screw 1 in arrow direc-tion S.

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-

ing

Turn lower adjusting screwas far as possible clockwise,then turn back 0.75 turns (Fulltank of gas, with rider 187 lbs(85 kg))

TiresChecking tire pressure

Incorrect tire inflation pres-sure results in poorer hand-

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

At high road speeds, ver-tically installed tire valves

have a tendency to open on theirown.Use valve caps with rubber sealsand screw them on firmly to pre-vent sudden tire deflation.

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

Tire pressure, front

31.9 psi (2.2 bar) (With tirecold)

Tire pressure, rear

36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Single rider,with cold tire)

42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With pas-senger and payload, with coldtire)

If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pressure.

HeadlightAdjusting headlight forRHD/LHD trafficThis motorcycle's headlight fea-tures a symmetrical low beam.No special adjustments or proce-dures are required prior to oper-ating the motorcycle in a coun-

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try where traffic travels on theside of the road opposite to thatof your home country (left-handdrive to right-hand drive or viceversa).

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 there are questionswhether the headlight

range is correct, consult aspecialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Headlight rangeadjustment

When the spring pretensionadjustment is no longer ableto maintain the correct beamheight to avoid blinding oncom-ing traffic owing to high vehicleloads:Loosen screws 1 on left andright.Adjust headlight by tiltingslightly.Tighten screws 1 on left andright.

SeatRemoving seat

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.

Unlock storage compartmentby turning ignition key 1 clock-wise.Remove storage compartmentlid 2.

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Pull release lever 3 upwardwhile assisting by pressingdown seat at rear.Raise seat at rear and let go ofrelease lever.Take off seat and place on aclean surface with upholsteredside facing downward.

Installing seat

Mount seat mounts 4 in hold-ers 5 on left and right.Position seat and slide it for-ward all the way to travel stop.Firmly press down on seat atrear.The seat's detent mechanismwill be heard to engage.

Insert lugs arrows of storagecompartment lid 1 in fixingpoints.Press storage compartmentlid 1 downward at rear and lockby turning ignition key 2 coun-terclockwise.

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Unlock storage compartmentlid 2 by turning ignition key 1clockwise and remove key.

Installing storagecompartment lid

Insert lugs arrows of storagecompartment lid 1 in fixingpoints.Press storage compartmentlid 1 downward at rear and lockby turning ignition key 2 coun-terclockwise.

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Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Off-road riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Fuel specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Securing motorcycle for trans-port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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

HelmetRider's suitGlovesBoots

This applies even to shortjourneys, and to every seasonof the year. Your authorizedBMW Motorrad Dealer will behappy to advise you and hasthe correct clothing for everypurpose.

Reduced clearance ininclined position

with loweringOE

Motorcycles with lowered runninggear have a reduced clearancein inclined position and to theground compared to motorcycles

with standard running gear (seethe chapter "Technical Data").

Danger of accident due tothe motorcycle contacting

the ground unexpectedly early.Observe the reduced groundclearance of lowered motorcy-cles in all positions.

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

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

Loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

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

Adjust spring preload,suspension damping ratesettings and tire inflationpressures for the current grossvehicle weight.with Vario case OA

Ensure that case volumes onleft and right are equal.Make sure that weight is uni-formly distributed betweenright and left.Pack heavy luggage and cargoas low and as close to the cen-ter of the motorcycle as possi-ble.Observe maximum payload andtop speed as indicated on labelin case.

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with TopcaseOA

Observe maximum payload andtop speed as indicated on labelin Topcase.

with tank rucksackOA

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

Payload of tank rucksack

≤11 lbs (≤5 kg)

Speed limit for drivingwith tank rucksack

≤81 mph (≤130 km/h)

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

Settings of spring-strut andshock absorber systemImbalanced loadLoose clothingInsufficient tire pressurePoor tire treadEtc.

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

Inhaling exhaust fumestherefore represents a

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

Danger of burns

Engine and exhaust systembecome very hot when the

vehicle is in use. There is a riskof burn injuries by contact withhot surfaces.After parking the motorcycle,make sure that nobody comesinto contact with the engine andexhaust system.

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 only

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Comply with all specified main-tenance intervals.

Unburned fuel will destroythe catalytic converter.

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

Danger of overheating

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

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

Modifications

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

agement system, throttle valves,clutch) can cause damage to theaffected components and fail-

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

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

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

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

StartingStarting the engine

Emergency-off switch (killswitch) 1 in position for normaloperation.

with anti-theft alarm OE

Deactivate the anti-theft alarmsystem as required.

Transmission lubricationis only ensured when the

engine is running. Insufficient lu-brication can lead to transmissiondamage.Do not allow the motorcycle to

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roll for longer periods or push itover longer distances with theengine switched off.

Switch on ignition.Pre-Ride Check in progress.( 46)ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 46)with anti-theft alarm OE

When the alarm system's statusLED is illuminated this indicatesthat the vehicle immobilizer isactive. It is not possible to startthe engine.

Using the remote controlto switch off the vehicleimmobilizer.

Wait until coolant-temperaturewarning lamp no longer flashes.

After the ignition isswitched on, the idling

positioner is positioned. Ifpositioning takes longer than thepre-ride check, this is signaledby the coolant-temperature

warning light flashing. You shouldwait for this procedure to becompleted to avoid problemsduring driving.

Engage neutral, or pull backclutch lever if a gear is en-gaged.

You cannot start the mo-torcycle with the side stand

extended and a gear engaged.The engine will switch itself off ifit is started with the transmissionin neutral and then a gear is en-gaged before retracting the sidestand.

For cold starts and at lowambient temperatures: pull thelever to disengage the clutchand twist the throttle gripslightly.

Press starter button 2.

If the engine fails to startalthough the starter turns,

insufficient battery voltage maybe the reason. Recharge the bat-tery before you start the engine,or use jump leads and a donorbattery to start.

Engine starts.Consult the troubleshootingchart if the engine refuses tostart. ( 106)

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Pre-Ride CheckAfter the ignition is switched on,the instrument cluster conducts atest of the warning and indicatorlights and the display, the so-called "Pre-Ride-Check".

Phase 1The warning and indicator lightsand all segments of the multi-function display are switched on.

Phase 2The pointer of the speedometeris run up to the end stop andback again.

Phase 3All lamps and segments areswitched off.The instrument cluster switchesinto normal operation.

If the pointer has not beenmoved, if one of the warning andindicator lights was has not beenswitched on or no all segmentsof the multifunction display werevisible:

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 at anauthorized service facility,preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad Dealer.

ABS self-diagnosisThe readiness for operationof the BMW Motorrad ABS ischecked by the self-diagnosis.The self-diagnosis routine runsautomatically when you switch onthe ignition. To check the wheel

sensors, the motorcycle must bedriven a few yards.

Phase 1Check on system componentsmonitored by diagnostic sys-tem while motorcycle is parked.

ABS warning light flashes.

Phase 2Checking wheel sensors whilestarting off.

ABS warning light flashes.

ABS self-diagnosiscompleted

The ABS warning light goesout.

If an ABS error is indicated fol-lowing completion of the ABSself-diagnosis routine:

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the ABS function is not avail-able.Have the malfunction correctedas soon as possible at anauthorized service facility,preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad Dealer.

Breaking inEngine

Until the first maintenance workis carried out, vary the throt-tle opening and engine-speedrange frequently; avoid drivingfor long periods at a constantspeed.Try to do most of your rid-ing during this initial period ontwisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-ing highways if possible.Observe the engine run-inspeeds.

Engine run-in speed

max 5,000 min-1 (for the first621 miles (1,000 km))

Have first maintenance workconducted after 300 - 750 mls(500 - 1,200 km).

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

New brake pads can extendstopping distance by a sig-

nificant 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 do not providefull tire traction. Accident

hazards exist in particular on wetroads and at extreme angles.Always think well ahead andavoid extreme angles.

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SpeedEngine speed warning

The engine rpm warning 1 alertsthe rider that the red overspeedrange 2 has been reached. Thesignal is maintained until thetransmission is upshifted or theengine speed is reduced.

Off-road ridingAfter driving offroadBMW Motorrad recommendsthat the following be observedafter driving offroad:

Tire inflation pressure

A tire inflation pressure re-duced for offroad driving

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

Brakes

When the motorcycle isridden on loose surfaces

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

Driving on unpaved or dirtyroads leads to increased

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

Spring preload and damping

Spring preload and damp-ing values that have been

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

RimsBMW Motorrad recommendschecking the rims for possibledamage after riding offroad.

Air cleaner insert

Engine damage due tosoiled air filter insert.

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

Use under very dusty conditions(deserts, savannas, etc.) requiresthe use air cleaner inserts spe-

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cially developed for these kindsof applications.

BrakesHow do you achievethe shortest stoppingdistances?The dynamic load distribution be-tween the front and rear wheelchanges during braking. Theheavier you brake, the greaterthe weight transfer to the frontwheel. Increases in the load onan individual wheel are accom-panied by a rise in the effectivebraking force that the wheel canprovide.To achieve the shortest brakingdistance, actuate the front andrear brake. The front brake mussbe actuated rapidly and with in-creasing force to optimally uti-lize the dynamic load increaseon the front wheel. The clutchshould also be disengaged at

the same time. With the "forcedbraking" often practiced in whichthe brake pressure is generatedas quickly as possible and withgreat force, the dynamic loaddistribution cannot follow theincreased deceleration and thebraking force cannot be com-pletely transferred to the roadsurface. 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

only the rear brakes whendescending mountain passes.Under extreme conditions, thebrakes could overheat and suffersevere damage.Use both front and rear brakes,

and make use of the engine'sbraking effect as well.

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

When driving in the rain andthrough puddles.After washing the motorcycle.When driving on roads spreadwith salt.After working on the brakesdue to oil or grease residues.When driving on soiled roadsor offroad.

Poor braking action due tomoisture and dirt.

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

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Parking yourmotorcycleSide stand

Switch off engine.

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

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

Fold out side stand and parkmotorcycle.

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

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

If the slope of the road permits,turn the handlebars to the left.On a grade, the motorcycleshould always face uphill; se-lect 1st gear.

Center standwith center stand OE

Switch off engine.

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

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

The center stands could re-spond to excessively force-

ful motion by folding back andallowing the vehicle to fall over.Do not sit on the motorcyclewhile it is resting on the centerstand.

Fold out center stand and jackup motorcycle.

RefuelingFuel is highly flammable.Fire at the fuel tank can

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

Fuel expands when ex-posed to heat. When the

tank is overfilled, fuel can escapeand get onto the road. This re-sults in a danger of falling.Do not overfill the fuel tank.

Fuel attacks plastic sur-faces, making them cloudy

or unattractive.Immediately wipe off plastic partsafter contact with fuel.

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

The available fuel tank vol-ume can only be optimally

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Open protective cap.

Unlock cap of fuel tank 1 withmotorcycle key and fold open.

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

When refueling after run-ning on reserve, make sure

that you top up the tank to alevel above reserve, as other-wise the sensor will not be ableto register the new level and thefuel warning lamp will not beswitched off.

Recommended fuel qual-ity

Regular unleaded, (max. 10 %ethanol, E10)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity

Approx. 3.7 gal (Approx. 14 l)

Reserve fuel quantity

Approx. 1.1 gal (Approx. 4 l)

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

Fuel specificationsFor optimal fuel economy, thegasoline should be sulfur-free orvery low in sulfur content.

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Do not refuel with leaded gaso-line or gasoline with metallicadditives, e. g. manganese orIron.

Ethanol E85 might damagethe engine and fuel supply

system.Do not refuel with E85, i.e. fuelwith an ethanol content of 85 %,or with Flex Fuel.

Fuels with a maximum ethanolcontent of 10 %, i. e., E10,may be used for refueling.

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Recommended fuel qual-ity

Regular unleaded, (max. 10 %ethanol, E10)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Securing motorcyclefor transport

Protect all component surfacesagainst which straps are routedagainst scratching. For exam-ple, use adhesive tape or softcloths.

The motorcycle can tipaway to the side and fall

over.Secure motorcycle againsttipping to the side, preferablywith the assistance of a secondperson.

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

Components can be dam-aged.

Do not squeeze componentssuch as brake lines or wiringharnesses.

Fasten front straps on bothsides on lower fork bridge.

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Fasten rear straps on bothsides to the passenger foot-pegs and then tighten them.Tension all straps evenly; themotorcycle should be pulleddown against its springs withthe suspension compressed asmuch as possible.

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Technology in detail

Brake system with BMW MotorradABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad ABSHow does ABS work?The maximum braking force thatcan be transferred to the roadsurface is partially dependent onthe friction coefficient of the roadsurface. Gravel, ice, snow andwet roads offer a considerablypoorer friction coefficient than adry, clean asphalt surface. Thepoorer the friction coefficient ofthe road surface is, the longerthe braking distance will be.If the maximum transferable brak-ing force is exceeded when thedriver increases the brake pres-sure, the wheels begin to lockand driving stability is lost, and afall can result. Before this situa-tion occurs, ABS intervenes andadjusts the brake pressure to themaximum transferable brakingforce. This enables the wheelsto continue to turn and maintains

driving stability regardless of theroad surface condition.

What happens whenrough roads areencountered?Bumpy or rough roads can brieflylead to a loss of contact betweenthe tires and the road surface,until the transferable brakingforce is reduced to zero. If brak-ing is carried out in this situa-tion, ABS must reduce the brakepressure to ensure driving sta-bility when restoring contact tothe road. At this point in time,the BMW 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 mindthat the ABS control cannotalways be relied on 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 anysurface within the limits of driv-ing physics. The system is notoptimized for the special condi-tions encountered under extremeweather during off-road and race-track use.

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. A self-diagnosis routine must be com-pleted before the error will bedisplayed.In addition to problems on theBMW Motorrad ABS, unusual

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

Driving on the rear wheel(wheely) for a longer period.Rear wheel spinning in placewith front brake engaged (burnout).Warm-up on the center 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 code result due toone of the driving conditions de-scribed above, the ABS functioncan be reactivated by switchingthe ignition off and then on again.

How important is regularmaintenance?

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

maintenance condition.To ensure that theBMW Motorrad ABS is in anoptimally maintained condition, itis vital that the specified running-in checks be complied 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.Be careful in curves! When youapply the brakes on a corner,the motorcycle's weight andmomentum take over and even

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Accessories

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Your authorized BMW Motorradretailer is the right place to gofor genuine BMW parts and ac-cessories,other BMW approvedproducts, and expert advice ontheir installation and use.These parts and products havebeen tested by BMW for safety,function and suitability. BMWaccepts product liability for theseproducts.Conversely, BMW is unable toaccept any liability whatsoeverfor parts and accessories which ithas not approved.Observe the information on theimportance of tire sizes for chas-sis control systems ( 78).

BMW Motorrad cannot ex-amine or test each product

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

Whenever you are planning mod-ifications, comply with all the le-gal requirements. The vehiclemust not violate the regulationsgoverning vehicle approval forhighway use applicable in yourown country.

Your authorized BMW Motorradretailer offers you qualified advicein choosing genuine BMW parts,accessories and other products.You will find all BMW Motorradoptional accessorieson our website:"www.bmw­motorrad.com".

Onboard socketsInformation on using onboardsockets:

RatingsThe load of the onboard socketsmay not exceed the value speci-fied in the technical data.

Operating electrical acces-soriesThe operation of additional de-vices is a strain on the battery.The starting capacity of the bat-tery must be maintained.

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

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

Casewith Vario case OA

Opening case

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

Press yellow button 4 down-ward while pulling case lid out-ward.

Closing caseTurn key in case lock perpen-dicular to direction of travel.

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Close case lid.The lid clicks audibly into place.

If the carrying handle isfolded down when the slot

of the case lock is oriented in thedirection of travel, the lock tabcan be damaged.Before folding down the carryinghandle, make sure that the slot ofthe case lock is perpendicular tothe direction of travel.

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

Adjusting case volumeOpen case and empty com-pletely.

Release locking levers 1 on leftand right from detent and foldup.Slide outer case sleeve as faras possible inward or outward,depending on desired case vol-ume.

The locking levers can onlybe closed if the outer case

sleeve is positioned at one of thetwo stops.

Close locking levers 1 on leftand right and engage.Closing case.

Removing case

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

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

Mounting case

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

Hook case into case carrier 6.

Turn case toward motorcy-cle while sliding mounting oncase as far as possible ontomushroom-headed fastener 7.

Press locking flap 5 downwardas far as possible and hold inplace.Press red release lever 4downward.Locking flap clicks into place.Fold carrying handle down.Turn key in direction of traveland remove.

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Topcasewith TopcaseOA

Opening the Topcase

Unlock Topcase lock 1 if nec-essary.Pull locking lever 2 upward andopen Topcase lid.

Closing the Topcase

Close Topcase lid and hold itdown.Press locking lever 2 com-pletely downward.Lock Topcase lock 1 if neces-sary.

Removing Topcase

Unlock Topcase lock 1 if nec-essary.Press locking lever 2 down.Pull Topcase toward rear offluggage rack.

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Slide Topcase with guides 3onto adapter plate as far aspossible.

Press locking lever 2 upwardwhile making sure that lever at

position 4 grips into adapterplate.Locking lever audibly engages.Lock Topcase lock 1 if neces-sary.

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Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Onboard toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

BMW Motorrad front wheelstand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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

Special tools and thorough spe-cialized knowledge are requiredto carry out some of the workdescribed here. If you are indoubt, consult an authorizedworkshop, preferably your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Onboard toolkit

1 Open-ended wrenchWrench size: 24

2 Open-ended wrenchWrench size: 17/19

3 Open-ended wrenchWrench size: 14/19

4 Spark plug wrench5 Reversible screwdriver with

Phillips and straight blade6 Torx wrench, T457 TORX wrench, T258 Small screwdriver with

Phillips blade

9 Spare fuses with gripperMiniature fuses: 4 A,7.5 A, 10 A and 15 A

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

Wipe area around oil fill loca-tion to clean it.Make sure ground is level andfirm and hold motorcycle at op-erating temperature vertically.with center stand OE

Make sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle atoperating temperature on itscenter stand.

Allow engine to idle until fanstarts, then continue to let en-gine run for an additional threeminutes.Switch off engine.

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Position spark plug wrench andinterchangeable screwdriver(toolkit) on oil dipstick 1.Remove oil dipstick 1 counter-clockwise.

Clean measuring range 2 of oildipstick with a dry cloth.Position oil dipstick on oil filleropening, but do not screw in.Remove oil dipstick and readfluid level.

Specified level of engineoil

between MIN and MAX mark-ing

If the oil level is below MIN mark:Topping up engine oil ( 70).

If oil level is above MAX mark:Have fluid level corrected by anauthorized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

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Topping up engine oilPark motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.Clean area adjacent to oil filllocation.

Position spark plug wrench andinterchangeable screwdriver(toolkit) on oil dipstick 1.Remove oil dipstick 1 counter-clockwise.

Both too little and toomuch engine oil can lead to

engine damage.

Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Add engine oil up to specifiedlevel.Check engine oil level ( 68).Install oil dipstick.

Brake systemChecking brake operation

Actuate the handbrake lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.Actuate the footbrake lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.

If no clear pressure points areperceptible:

Have the brakes checked at anauthorized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Checking front brake padthickness

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.

Conduct a visual inspectionof the brake pad thickness.Inspection direction: Lookbetween wheel and frontsuspension to view the brakepads.

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Front brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction material withoutcarrier plate. Wear markings(grooves) must be clearly visi-ble.)

If the wear indicators are nolonger clearly visible:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performanceand may result in damage to thebrakes.In order to ensure the operating

reliability of the brake system,make sure that the brake padsare not worn beyond their mini-mum thickness.

Have brake pads replaced atan authorized service facil-ity, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Checking rear brake padthickness

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.

Conduct a visual inspection ofthe brake pad thickness. Direc-

tion of view: from rear at brakecaliper 1.

Rear brake-pad wearlimit

min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction material withoutcarrier plate.)

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger visible:

Dropping below the mini-mum pad thickness leads

to reduced braking performanceand may result in damage to thebrakes.

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

Have brake pads replaced bya specialist service facility,preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Checking front brake fluidlevel

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

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

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

with center stand OE

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

Check brake fluid level in frontbrake-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.(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-tal)

If brake fluid level falls below theapproved level:

Have defect corrected as soonas possible by an authorizedworkshop, preferably an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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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 center stand OE

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

Read brake fluid level at rearbrake-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.(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-tal)

If brake fluid level falls below theapproved level:

Have defect corrected as soonas possible by an authorizedworkshop, preferably an autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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CoolantChecking coolant level

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Danger of burns on hot en-gine.

Maintain distance from hot en-gine.Do not touch hot engine.

Read off the coolant levelthrough the recessed GSlettering on the expansiontank 1.

Coolant, specified level

between MIN and MAX markson the expansion tank

If coolant level drops below per-missible level:

Add coolant.

Topping up coolantRemoving left fairing side panel( 98).

Open cap 1 of coolant expan-sion tank and add coolant upto specified level.Checking coolant level ( 74).Close cap of coolant expansiontank.

Installing left side panel fairing( 99).

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ClutchChecking clutch lever play

Pull clutch lever until resistanceis felt.Measure clutch lever play A.

Clutch hand-lever play

0.04...0.08 in (1.0...2.0 mm)

If clutch lever play is outside tol-erance:

Adjusting clutch lever play( 75).

Adjusting clutch leverplay

Push back the rubber boot 1.Loosen the nut 2.To increase clutch play: screwin adjusting screw 3 clockwise.To decrease clutch play: turnadjusting screw 3 counter-clockwise.Checking clutch lever play( 75).Repeat work steps until clutchplay is correctly adjusted.Tighten nut 2.Pull rubber boot 1 over adjust-ing screw.

ChainLubricating chain

Dirt, dust and insufficientlubrication will considerably

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

Lubricate drive chain at leastevery 620 mls (1,000 km). Af-ter driving though water or dustand dirt, carry out lubricate ear-lier accordingly.Switch off ignition and engageNeutral.Clean drive chain with suitablecleaning agent, dry and applychain lubricant.Wipe off excess lubricant.

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

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

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

Chain sag

1.4...1.8 in (35...45 mm) (Mo-torcycle unloaded on centerstand)

If the measured value is outsidethe permissible tolerance:

Adjusting chain sag ( 76).

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

Loosen quick-release axlenut 1, while holding on left sideif necessary.Adjust chain sag with adjustingscrews 2 on left and right.Checking chain sag ( 75).Make sure that the same scalevalue 3 is set on the left andright.

Tighten quick-release axlenut 1 with specified torque,while holding on left side ifnecessary.

Nut on quick-release axle(rear wheel)

74 lb/ft (100 Nm)

Checking chain wearPark motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.

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Increased wear.If wear is identified on a

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

Pull chain toward rear at rear-most point of chain sprocket.The tooth tips must still bewithin the chain links.

If the chain can be pulled off be-yond the tooth tips:

Please contact a specialistservice facility, preferably anauthorized BMW MotorradDealer.

WheelsCheck wheel rims

Park the motorcycle, ensuringthat the support surface is firmand level.Subject wheel rims to visualinspection for defects.Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replacedby a specialist service facil-ity, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Checking spokeswith spoke wheel OE

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.Sweep across spokes with ascrewdriver handle or similaritem, paying attention to thesound that they emit as youproceed.

If the tone does not remain con-sistent:

Have spokes checked by anauthorized service facility,preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.

Checking tire tread depth

The handling of your mo-torcycle can already change

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

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

Tread wear marks areintegrated into the main

grooves on every tire. If the tiretread has worn down to the

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level of the marks, the tire iscompletely worn. The locationsof the marks are indicated onthe edge of the tire, e.g. by theletters TI, TWI or by an arrow.

When the minimum tread depthis reached:

Replace the worn tires.

Tire recommendationFor every size of tire,BMW Motorrad has tested andapproved certain makes asroadworthy. BMW Motorradcannot evaluate the suitability ofother tires, and can thereforetake no responsibility for theirdriving safety.BMW Motorrad recommendsonly using the tires tested andapproved by BMW Motorrad.Extensive information isavailable at your authorizedBMW Motorrad retaileror on the Internet atwww.bmw­motorrad.com.

Affect of wheel sizeson suspension controlsystemsThe wheel sizes play a major rolewith the ABS system. The di-ameter and width of the wheelsstored in the control unit haveparticular significance as thebasis for all necessary calcula-tions. A change in these sizesdue to conversion to others thanthe wheels installed as standardequipment can seriously affectthe control comfort of the sys-tem.The sensor wheels required forwheel speed detection must alsomatch the system installed andmay not be replaced.If you want to equip yourmotorcycle with different wheels,please contact a specialistservice facility, preferably aBMW Motorrad Dealer. In somecases the data stored in the

control unit can be adapted tothe new wheel sizes.

Removing front wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle on asuitable auxiliary stand.with center stand OE

Place motorcycle on centerstand, ensuring that it is rest-ing on a firm and level supportsurface.

Remove screw 1 and extractABS sensor from its socket.Note whether or not a washeris installed.

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Raise front of motorcy-cle, preferably using aBMW Motorrad front wheelstand, continuing until thewheel rotates freely.Mount front wheel stand( 82).

Remove axle clamping screw 2.Remove axle 3 while support-ing wheel.Do not remove grease on axle.When rolling out front wheeltake care to avoid damagingABS sensor and its wire.

Roll front wheel forward to re-move it.

Remove shims 4 and 5 fromwheel hub.

Installing front wheel

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

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

Mount shims 5 and 4 on wheelhub.Make sure that wheel speedsensor is not damaged wheninstalling front wheel.Roll front wheel into frontsuspension while guiding brakedisk between brake pads.

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Lift front wheel and installaxle 3 with appropriate torque.

Quick-release axle intelescopic fork

33 lb/ft (45 Nm)

Remove front wheel stand.Squeeze handbrake lever andfirmly compress spring forksseveral times.Tighten axle clamping screw 2to specified torque.

Clamping of front quick-release axle

14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Insert wheel speed sensor inbore and install screw 1. Insertwasher if one was installed.

without center standOE

Remove auxiliary stand.

Removing rear wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle on asuitable auxiliary stand.with center stand OE

Place motorcycle on centerstand, ensuring that it is rest-ing on a firm and level supportsurface.

Detach screw 1 and extractwheel speed sensor from itsbracket; a washer may also beinstalled at this location.

Remove nut 2, applying coun-terpressure on left side.

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Loosen adjusting screws 3 onleft and right by turning coun-terclockwise.

Support rear wheel (with a suit-able block of wood, etc.) andremove quick-release axle 4.

Push wheel as far forward aspossible and remove chainfrom chain sprocket 5.Roll rear wheel out of swingarm toward rear while holdingbrake caliper on left side.

The chain sprocket andthe spacer sleeves on the

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

Installing rear wheel

Make sure that brake caliperruns in guide 6.Roll rear wheel into swing armwhile guiding brake rotor be-tween brake pads.

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Roll rear wheel as far forwardas possible and lay chain onchain sprocket 5.

Raise the rear wheel (or sup-port it with a suitable woodenblock) and guide the quick-re-lease axle 4 through the swing

arm, the brake caliper and therear wheel.

Install axle nut 2 but do not yettighten it down.

Insert wheel speed sensor inbracket and install screw 1,with shim as required.Adjusting chain sag ( 76).

without center standOE

Remove auxiliary stand.

BMW Motorrad frontwheel standMounting front wheelstand

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

to support the motorcycle with-out the assistance of an auxiliary

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

Place motorcycle on a suitableauxiliary stand.with center stand OE

Place motorcycle on centerstand, ensuring that it is rest-ing on a firm and level supportsurface.

Use basic stand with toolnumber (83 30 0 402 241) incombination with front-wheeladapter (83 30 0 402 242).

Loosen mounting bolts 1.Push two mounts 2 outward,continuing until frontsuspension fits between them.Adjust support pin to matchfront suspension.Use locating pins 3 to set frontwheel stand to desired height.Center front wheel stand rela-tive to front wheel and push itagainst front axle.

Install rubber buffer 4 on leftand right in upper position.

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

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Apply uniform pressure to pushfront wheel stand down andraise motorcycle.

with center stand OE

If the motorcycle is raisedtoo far at the front the

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

Ensure that motorcycle isstanding securely.

FusesRemoving fuse

If defective fuses arebridged, this results in a

danger of short-circuit and thus adanger of fire.Replace defective fuses with newfuses.

Switch off ignition.Remove seat ( 38).

Press together locking levers 1and remove fuse cover.

Pull defective fuse upward outof fuse box with toolkit.

If the fuses blow frequently,have the electrical system

checked by an authorized spe-cialized workshop, preferablyan authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

Installing fuse

Replace defective fuse withfuse with required amperage.

An overview of the fuse as-signment and the required

amperages is provided in thechapter "Technical Data". The

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numbers in the graphic matchthe fuse numbers.

Close fuse cover.Latch audibly engages.Install seat ( 39).

BulbsReplacing low and high-beam bulbs in headlight

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

Remove screw 1 and pull in-strument cluster upward out ofholders.

Set down instrument cluster onside.

Switch off ignition.

Pull off the connector 1 whilebracing the bulb located underthe rubber cap.

Remove rubber cap 2.

Remove spring strap 3 fromdetents and fold up.Remove bulb 4.

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Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for low-beam andhigh-beam headlight

H4 / 12 V / 55 W / 60 W

To avoid leaving contamina-tion deposits on the new bulb'sglass surface, always hold it byits base.

Install bulb 4 while ensuringcorrect position of lug 5.Insert spring clip 3.

Mount rubber cap 2.

Close plug connection 1.

Mount instrument cluster inholders 2.

Install screw 1.

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Replacing parking lightbulb

Park the motorcycle, ensuringthat the support surface is firmand level.Switch off ignition.Remove the instrument clusterusing the procedure describedin the previous section.

Pull bulb socket 1 out of head-light housing.

Remove bulb from socket.

Replace defective bulb.

Bulb for parking light

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

To protect the glass on thenew bulb against contamina-tion, always use a clean, drycloth to hold it; do not touchwith bare fingers.

Insert bulb in socket.

Insert the bulb socket 1 in theheadlight housing.Install the instrument clusterusing the procedure describedin the previous section.

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Replacing front and rearturn indicator bulbs

Park the motorcycle, ensuringthat the support surface is firmand level.Switch off ignition.

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

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rear

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

To protect the glass on thenew bulb against contamina-tion, always use a clean, drycloth to hold it; do not touchwith bare fingers.

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Install bulb 2 by screwingclockwise into light housing.

Insert inside end of lens intolight housing and close.

Install screw 1.

Replacing tail light andbrake light bulb

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.Switch off ignition.

Remove two screws 1 andtake off taillight lens.

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

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Replacing defective bulb.

Bulb for taillight/brakelight

P25-2 / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W

To protect glass on new bulbagainst contamination, alwaysuse a clean, dry cloth to hold it;do not touch with bare fingers.

Press bulb 2 into socket andinstall by turning clockwise.

Position taillight lens and installtwo screws 1.

Air filterReplacing air filter insert

Removing right fairing sidepanel ( 97).

Remove two screws 1.Pull out connecting flange 2.Pull suction pipe 3 off air filterhousing, take out of mount 4and turn to side.

Disconnect plug 5.

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Remove air filter insert 6.

Insert cleaned or new air filterinsert 6.

Close connector 5.

Insert suction pipe in mount 4.

Insert suction pipe in guides 7of air filter housing. Make surerubber gaskets of air filter insertare not folded.

Insert connecting flange 2.Install two screws 1.

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Install right fairing side panel( 98).

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 thevehicle electronics.Do not use the socket tojump-start the engine of themotorcycle.

A short-circuit can resultif the crocodile clips of

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

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

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

Park motorcycle, ensuring thatsupport surface is firm andlevel.Remove seat ( 38).Removing center fairing panel( 96).Do not disconnect the batteryfrom the onboard electrical sys-tem when jump-starting theengine.

Detach large heat protectionmat 1 from battery.Release rubber tensioningstrap 2 and remove small heatprotection mat 3.

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Slide back cover 1 of positivebattery terminal.Begin by connecting one endof the red jump lead to positiveterminal 2 of discharged bat-tery and other end to positiveterminal of donor battery.Connect black jumper cableto negative terminal on donorbattery and then to negativeterminal 3 of discharged bat-tery.Allow engine on support mo-torcycle to run while jump-starting.Start engine of vehicle with dis-charged battery in usual way;

if engine does not start, waita few minutes before repeat-ing attempt in order to protectstarter motor and donor bat-tery.Allow both engines to run forseveral minutes before discon-necting the jumper cables.Disconnect jumper cable fromnegative terminal first, then dis-connect second lead from pos-itive terminals.

To start the engine, do notuse start sprays or similar

items.

Attach cover panel 1 of posi-tive battery terminal.

Mount small heat protectionmat 3 with aluminum sidefacing outward and fasten itwith rubber tensioning strap 2.Fold large heat protectionmat 1 on battery.Installing center fairing panel( 97).Install seat ( 39).

BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery and are essential forrecognition of warranty claims.

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Compliance with the points be-low is important in order to maxi-mize battery life:

Keep the surface of the batteryclean and dryBe 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 driving breaks of morethan 4 weeks, a trickle-chargershould be connected to thebattery.

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.

If the multifunction displayand indicator lamps fail to

light up when you switch on theignition, the battery is completelydischarged (battery voltage be-low 9 V). Attempts to rechargea completely discharged bat-tery through the onboard powersocket can damage the motorcy-cle's electronic systems.Always charge a completelydrained battery directly at theterminals of the disconnectedbattery.

Only charge connected batteryvia onboard socket.

Comply with operating instruc-tions of charger.

Charging disconnectedbattery

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

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

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

Remove batteryPark the motorcycle, ensuringthat the support surface is firmand level.

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with anti-theft alarm OE

Switch off anti-theft alarm sys-tem if necessary.

Switch off ignition.Removing center fairing panel( 96).

Detach the large heat protec-tion mat 1 from the battery.Release the rubber tensioningstrap 2 and remove the smallheat protection mat 3.

Slide back cover 1 of positivebattery terminal.

An incorrect disconnectionsequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.Always observe the propersequence.

Remove negative cable 2 first.Then remove the positive bat-tery cable 3.Remove the bleeder hose 4.Lift out battery upward; if itis difficult to move, moving itback and forth will help.

Installing battery

Install battery and attach bleed-ing hose 4 when doing so.First install positive cable 3.Then install negative cable 2.Slide cover 1 over positive bat-tery terminal.

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Mount the small heat protec-tion mat 3 with the aluminumside facing outward and fas-ten it with the rubber tension-ing strap 2.Fold the large heat protectionmat 1 on the battery.Installing center fairing panel( 97).

Setting clock ( 29).

Checking battery acidlevel

Check acid level approximatelyevery three months.

Remove battery ( 94).

Read off acid level from mark-ing 1.

Setpoint level of batteryacid

between MIN and MAX mark-ing

If acid level is below MIN mark-ing:

Add distilled water up to speci-fied level.

Fairings and panelsRemoving center fairingpanel

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.

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Remove seat ( 38).

Remove screws 1 on left andright.Extract the oil dipstick 2 andremove the center fairing panelsection.Install oil dipstick.

Installing center fairingpanel

Remove oil dipstick 2.

Position center fairing paneland install oil dipstick 2.

Install the screws 1 on the leftand right sides, starting withthe center screw.Install seat ( 39).

Removing right fairingside panel

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Removing center fairing panel( 96).

Remove screws 1 and 2.

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Remove screw 3.Pull the side fairing panel in thesector 4 from its support andremove it.

Installing right fairing sidepanel

Mount fairing side panel inmount 4.

Install screw 3.

Install screws 1 and 2.Installing center fairing panel( 97).

Removing left fairing sidepanel

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Removing center fairing panel( 96).

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Remove screws 1 and 2.

Remove screw 3.Pull the side fairing panel in thesector 4 from its support andremove it.

Installing left side panelfairing

Slide the fairing side panel be-hind the upper section of fair-ing 5 then insert it in the fix-ture 4

Install screw 3.

Install screws 1 and 2.Installing center fairing panel( 97).

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Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 102

Cleaning sensitive motorcycleparts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Storing the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Returning motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 104

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

The use of unsuitable prod-ucts for cleaning and care

can damage motorcycle compo-nents.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 completion of ev-ery trip.

After washing the motor-cycle, after driving through

water or in the rain, braking canbe delayed owing to damp brakerotors and brake pads.

Brake early until the brake rotorsand brake pads are dry.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Only use cold water to removeroad salt.

The high water pressurefrom high-pressure clean-

ers (steam blasters) can result indamage to seals, the hydraulicbrake system, the electrics andthe seat.Do not use high-pressure orsteam-jet devices!

Cleaning sensitivemotorcycle partsPlastics

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaning

agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents that

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contain alcohol, solvents or abra-sives to clean plastic parts.'Insect sponges' or sponges withhard surfaces can also lead toscratches.

FairingsClean body panels with waterand BMW plastic care emulsion.

Plastic windshields andheadlight lensesClean off dirt and insects with asoft sponge and plenty of water.

Soften stubborn dirt anddead insects by covering

the affected areas with a wetcloth.

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

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

Cooling fins can be benteasily.

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

RubberTreat rubber components withwater or BMW rubber protectioncoating agent.

Using silicone sprays forthe care of rubber seals can

cause damage.Do not use silicone sprays orcare products that containsilicone.

Paint careWashing the vehicle regularly willhelp counteract the long-term ef-fects of substances that damagethe paint, especially if your ve-hicle is ridden in areas with highair pollution or natural sources ofdirt, e.g. tree resin or pollen.However, remove particularly ag-gressive materials immediately;otherwise changes in the paint ordiscoloration can occur. Theseinclude spilled fuel, oil, greaseand brake fluid as well as birddroppings. BMW Car Polish andBMW Paint Cleaner are recom-mended for this procedure.Contamination on the paint fin-ish is particularly easy to seeafter the motorcycle has beenwashed. Remove this type ofsoiling with cleaning naphtha orspirit on a clean cloth or cottonball. BMW Motorrad recom-mends removing tar spots withBMW Tar Remover. Then add

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a protective wax coating to thepaint at these locations.

Storing the motorcycleCompletely fill the motorcycle'sfuel tank.Clean motorcycle.Remove battery ( 94).Spray the brake and clutchlever, the side stand pivot and,if necessary, the center standpivot with a suitable lubricant.Coat bare metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (Vaseline).Park motorcycle in a dry room,raising it to remove weightfrom both wheels.

Protective wax coatingBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you apply BMW Car Wax oranother wax containing carnaubaor synthetic wax additives to pro-tect the paintwork.

When water fails to form beadson the paint surface this indicatesit is time to apply wax.

Returning motorcycleto use

Remove the protective waxcoating.Clean the motorcycle.Install a charged battery.Observe checklist before start-ing.

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Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Performance data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11810105

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

Possible cause Remedy

Emergency-off switch (kill switch) Emergency-off switch (kill switch) in normal oper-ating position.

Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract side stand.

Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Place transmission in neutral or disengage clutch.

No fuel in tank Refueling ( 50).

Battery drained Charge battery.

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Quick-release axle in telescopicfork

M16 x 1.5 33 lb/ft (45 Nm)

Clamping of front quick-releaseaxle

M8 x 20 14 lb/ft (19 Nm)

Rear wheel Value Valid

Nut on quick-release axle (rearwheel)

M16 x 1.5 74 lb/ft (100 Nm)

Tensioning screws (drive chain)in swinging arm

M8 x 70 7 lb/ft (10 Nm)

Mirror arm Value Valid

Locknut (mirror) on clampingpiece

M18 x 1 15 lb/ft (20 Nm)

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Mirror arm Value Valid

Clamping piece (mirror) onclamping block

M10 x 1.25 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)

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Engine

Engine design Single-cylinder, four-stroke engine, DOHC controlwith bush roller-chain drive, 4 valves actuated bybucket tappets, compensating shaft, liquid coolingfor cylinders and cylinder head. Integrated coolantpump, 5-speed transmission and dry-sump lubri-cation.

Displacement 652 cc (652 cm3)

Cylinder bore 3.9 in (100 mm)

Piston stroke 3.3 in (83 mm)

Compression ratio 11.5:1

Rated output 48 hp (35 kW), at engine speed: 6500 min-1

with reduced outputOA 34 hp (25 kW), at engine speed: 6500 min-1

Torque 44 lb/ft (60 Nm), at engine speed: 5000 min-1

with reduced outputOA 35 lb/ft (47 Nm), at engine speed: 4500 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 7500 min-1

Idle speed 1500±100 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Regular unleaded, (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity Approx. 3.7 gal (Approx. 14 l)

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

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 2.4 quarts (2.3 l), Total filling quantity (with filterreplacement)0.3 quarts (0.25 l), Difference between MIN andMAX

Specification SAE 15W-50, API SJ/JASO MA2, Additives(e.g. on a molybdenum basis) are not permitted,as they will attack coated engine components,BMW Motorrad recommends BMW MotorradADVANTEC Pro Oil SAE 15W-50

BMW recommends

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Oil grades BMW Motorrad does not recommend using oiladditives, as these can worsen the operationof the clutch. BMW Motorrad recommendsnot using synthetic oils for the first 6,000 miles(10,000 km). Ask your BMW Motorrad retailer forengine oils suitable for your motorcycle.

BMW recommends

Clutch

Clutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutch

Transmission

Transmission design Claw-shifted 5-speed transmission integrated inengine housing

Transmission gear ratios 1.946 (72:37 teeth), Primary gear ratio2.750 (33:12 teeth), 1st gear1.750 (28:16 teeth), 2nd gear1.313 (21:16 teeth), 3rd gear1.045 (23:22 teeth), 4th gear0.875 (21:24 teeth), 5th gear

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Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Chain drive

Type of rear suspension Two-arm box-section swinging fork

Secondary gear ratio 2,938

Suspension

Type of front suspension Telescopic forks

Spring travel, front 6.7 in (170 mm), On wheel

with loweringOE 5.5 in (140 mm), On wheel

Type of rear suspension Two-arm box-section swinging fork

Spring travel, rear 6.5 in (165 mm), On wheel

with loweringOE 5.1 in (130 mm), On wheel

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Brakes

Type of front brake Hydraulically disk brake with 2-piston floatingcaliper

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Type of rear brake Hydraulically disk brake with 1-piston floatingcaliper

Brake-pad material, rear Organic

Wheels and tires

Recommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the cur-rent tire approvals from your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet atwww.bmw­motorrad.com.

Front wheel

Front wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2

with spoke wheel OE Spoke wheel

Front-wheel rim size 2.50" x 19"

Front tire designation 110/80 - 19

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Rear wheel

Rear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2

with spoke wheel OE Spoke wheel

Rear-wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"

Rear tire designation 140/80 - 17

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), With tire cold

Tire pressure, rear 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), Single rider, with cold tire42.1 psi (2.9 bar), With passenger and payload,with cold tire

Electrical system

Battery

Battery design Lead-acid battery

Battery voltage 12 V

Battery capacity 12 Ah

Spark plugs

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DR 8 EB

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.02...0.03 in (0.6...0.7 mm), New

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Lights

Bulb for low-beam and high-beam headlight H4 / 12 V / 55 W / 60 W

Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb for taillight/brake light P25-2 / 12 V / 5 W / 21 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Fuses

Nominal current of fuse 1 (for engine electronics) 15 A

Nominal current of fuse 2 (for instrument cluster,hazard warning flashers, onboard socket, optionalaccessories and diagnosis plug)

10 A

Nominal current of fuse 3 (for horn and headlightflasher)

7.5 A

Nominal current of fuse 4 (for low-beam headlight) 7.5 A

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Nominal current of fuse 5 (for high-beam head-light)

7.5 A

Nominal current of fuse 6 (for instrument cluster,turn indicators, hazard warning flashers, brake lightand optional accessories)

7.5 A

Nominal current of fuse 7 (for tail light and parkinglights)

4 A

Nominal current of fuse 8 (for heated handlebargrips)

4 A

Frame

Frame design Bridge-type tube frame of steel profiles withbolted rear frame

Location of type plate Upper right main frame

Location of the vehicle identification number Right steering head

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Dimensions

Motorcycle length 85.2 in (2165 mm)

Motorcycle height 54.7 in (1390 mm), without driver at DIN unladenweight

Motorcycle width 36.2 in (920 mm), across mirrors

Rider's seat height 31.5 in (800 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with loweringOE 30.3 in (770 mm), without driver at unladenweight

with high seat OA 33.1 in (840 mm), without driver at unladenweight

Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 71.3 in (1810 mm), without rider at unladenweight

with loweringOE 68.9 in (1750 mm), without rider at unladenweight

with high seat OA 74.4 in (1890 mm), without rider at unladenweight

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Weights

Unladen weight 423 lbs (192 kg), DIN unladen weight, ready forroad, 90 % full tank of gas, without OE

Permissible gross weight 838 lbs (380 kg)

Maximum payload max 414 lbs (max 188 kg)

Performance data

Top speed 106 mph (170 km/h)

with reduced outputOA 90 mph (145 km/h)

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Service

Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 120

BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

BMW Motorrad MobilityServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . 121

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

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Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad-ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, yourdealer, or BMW of North America, LCC.To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra-tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtainother information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

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BMW Motorrad ServiceWith its worldwide dealernetwork, BMW Motorradcan attend to you and yourmotorcycle in over 100 countriesaround the globe. AuthorizedBMW Motorrad retailers havethe technical information andthe technical know-how neededto conduct reliable service andrepairs covering every aspect ofyour BMW.You can find the nearest autho-rized BMW Motorrad retailerby visiting our Internet site at"www.bmw­motorrad.com".

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, preferably

by an authorized BMW Motorradretailer.

To ensure that your BMW con-sistently remains in optimal con-dition BMW Motorrad urges youto observe the recommendedservice intervals.Have all maintenance and repairwork confirmed in the "Service"chapter in this manual. Doc-umentation confirming regularmaintenance is essential for gen-erous treatment of claims sub-mitted after the warranty periodhas expired (goodwill).

You can obtain information onthe contents of the BMW Ser-vices from your BMW Motorradretailer.

BMW Motorrad MobilityServicesThe BMW Motorrad Mobility Ser-vices furnish you and your newBMW motorcycle with extra se-curity by offering a wide array ofassistance services in the eventof a breakdown (BMW RoadsideAssistance, breakdown assis-tance, vehicle recovery and re-trieval, etc.).Contact your authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer foradditional information on availablemobility-maintenance services.

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

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BMW Running-in CheckThe BMW running-in checkmust be carried out between300 mls (500 km) and 750 mls(1,200 km).

BMW ServiceBMW Service is carried out oncea year. The scope of the ser-vices performed may be depen-dent on the motorcycle ownerand the mileage driven. YourBMW Motorrad retailer confirmsthat the service has been per-formed and enters the date forthe next service.For riders 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.

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Confirmation of maintenance work

BMW Pre-DeliveryCheckConducted

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BMW Running-inCheckConducted

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Odometer reading

Next serviceat the latest

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Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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onor, if reached sooner,

Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

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Odometer reading

Stamp, Signature

BMW ServiceConducted

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onor, if reached sooner,

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

Work carried out Odometerreading

Date

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABS

Control, 16Operating, 33Self-diagnosis, 46Technology in detail, 56Warning lamps, 24

AccessoriesGeneral instructions, 60

Air filterPosition in motorcycle, 13Replacing, 90

Anti-theft alarm systemIndicator light, 15

BBattery

Charging connected battery, 94Charging disconnectedbattery, 94Installing, 95Maintenance instructions, 93Position on motorcycle, 11Removing, 94Technical data, 114

Brake fluidCheck fluid level at rear, 73Check front fluid level, 72Front reservoir, 13Rear reservoir, 13

Brake padsCheck front, 70Check rear, 71Running in, 47

BrakesChecking operation, 70Safety instructions, 49Technical data, 113

Breaking in, 47Bulbs

Replacing brake light bulb, 89Replacing bulb for turnindicator, 88Replacing high-beam headlightbulb, 85Replacing low-beam bulb inheadlight, 85Replacing parking light bulb, 87Replacing tail light bulb, 89Technical data, 115

CCase

Operating, 61Chain

Adjusting sag, 76Chain tension label, 13Check wear, 76Checking sag, 75Lubricating, 75

Checklist, 44Clock

Adjusting, 29Control, 15

ClutchAdjusting handlebar lever, 34Adjusting play, 75Checking play, 75Technical data, 111

Confirmation of maintenancework, 123

CoolantChecking fill level, 74Fill level indicator, 11Overheating warningindicator, 24Topping up, 74

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DDamping

Adjusting, 36Adjustment element, 13

DimensionsTechnical data, 117

EElectrical system

Technical data, 114Emergency on/off switch (kill

switch), 17Operating, 32

EngineStarting, 44Technical data, 109

Engine oilCheck fill level, 68Fill location, 11Oil dipstick, 11Technical data, 110Topping up, 70

Engine speed warning, 48Warning lamp, 15

Equipment, 6

FFairing

Installing center section, 97Installing left side panel, 99Installing right side panel, 98Removing center section, 96Removing left side panel, 98Removing right side panel, 97

FrameTechnical data, 116

Front wheel standMounting, 82

FuelFill location, 13Refueling, 50Technical data, 110

Fuel reserveMilage covered, 22Warning indicator, 24

FusesPosition on motorcycle, 14Replacing, 84Technical data, 115

HHazard warning flashers

Control, 18Operating, 31

HeadlightHeadlight range, 38Headlight range adjustment, 38RHD/LHD traffic, 37

Heated handlebar gripsControl, 18Operating, 32

Horn, 16

IIgnition

Switching off, 28Switching on, 28

Indicator lights, 15Overview, 21

Instrument clusterOverview, 15

JJump-starting, 92

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KKeys, 28

LLights

Control, 16Headlight low beam, 30Operating headlight flasher, 31Operating headlight highbeams, 31Parking lights, 30Switching on parking lights, 28

Lowered suspensionLimitations, 42

LuggageLoading information, 42

MMaintenance

General instructions, 68Maintenance intervals, 121Mirrors

Adjusting, 35Mobility Services, 121

MotorcycleCare, 101Cleaning, 101Parking, 50Returning to use, 104Storage, 104Tying down, 52

Multifunction display, 15Control, 15Overview, 20Selecting display readings, 30

Multifunction switchGeneral view, left, 16General view, right, 17

NNotice concerning current

status, 7

OOdometer

Control, 15Resetting, 30

Offroad riding, 48

Onboard power socketInformation on use, 60Position on motorcycle, 11

Onboard tool kitContents, 68Position on motorcycle, 14

Overview of warningindicators, 23

OverviewsAuxiliary switch, 18Instrument cluster, 15Left side of motorcycle, 11Left-hand multifunctionswitch, 16Multifunction display, 20Right side of motorcycle, 13Right-hand multifunctionswitch, 17Underneath seat, 14Warning and indicatorlamps, 21

PPre-Ride-Check, 46

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RRear-wheel drive

Technical data, 112Refueling, 50Rider's Manual (US Model)

Position on motorcycle, 14

SSafety instructions

About brakes, 49On riding, 42

SeatInstalling, 38Locking device, 11Removing, 38

Service, 121Reporting safety defects, 120

Spark plugsTechnical data, 114

Speedometer, 15Spring preload

Adjusting, 35Adjustment element, 13

Starting, 44Control, 17

Steering lockLocking, 29

Storage compartmentInstalling, 40Removing, 40

SuspensionTechnical data, 112

Switching off, 50

TTachometer, 20Technical data

Battery, 114Brakes, 113Clutch, 111Dimensions, 117Electrical system, 114Engine, 109Engine oil, 110Frame, 116Fuel, 110Lights, 115Rear-wheel drive, 112Spark plugs, 114Standards, 7

Suspension, 112Tires, 113Transmission, 111Weights, 118Wheels, 113

TiresChecking tire inflationpressures, 37Checking tire tread depth, 77Inflation pressure table, 11, 14Inflation pressures, 114Recommendations, 78Running in, 47Technical data, 113

TopcaseOperating, 64

Torques, 107Transmission

Technical data, 111Troubleshooting chart, 106Turn indicators

Control, 16Operating, 31

Type platePosition on motorcycle, 13

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VVehicle identification number

Position on motorcycle, 13

WWarning lamps, 15

ABS, 24Coolant temperature, 24Display, 22Fuel reserve, 24Overview, 21

WeightsPayload table, 14Technical data, 118

WheelsChecking spokes, 77Installing front wheel, 79Removing front wheel, 78Size change, 78Technical data, 113

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The descriptions and illustrationsin this manual may vary fromyour own motorcycle's actualequipment, depending upon itsequipment level and accessoriesas well as your specific nationalversion. No claims stemmingfrom these differences can berecognized.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.

© 2014 Bayerische MotorenWerke Aktiengesellschaft80788 Munich, GermanyReprints and duplication of thiswork, in whole or part, are pro-hibited without the express writ-ten approval of BMW Motorrad,Aftersales.

Original Rider's Manual, printed inGermany.

Important data for refueling:

Fuel

Recommended fuel quality Regular unleaded, (max. 10 % ethanol, E10)87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)87 AKI

Usable fuel quantity Approx. 3.7 gal (Approx. 14 l)

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

Tire inflation pressure

Tire pressure, front 31.9 psi (2.2 bar), with tire cold

Tire pressure, rear 36.3 psi (2.5 bar), single rider, with cold tire42.1 psi (2.9 bar), with passenger and payload, with coldtire

BMW recommends

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