Rider's Manual R 1200 GS BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine
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Welcome to BMW We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from BMW and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new motorcycle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations. Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW motorcycle. It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features.
Table of Contents You can also consult the index at the end of this Rider's Manual if you want to find a particular topic or item of information. 1 General instructions . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking your motorcycle . . . . Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 74 75 6 Engineering details . . . . . Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General instructions Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6 1 5 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 General instructions Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 General instructions 6 z Overview Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual will provide you with an initial overview of your motorcycle. All maintenance and repair work on the motorcycle is documented in Chapter 11. This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on your motorcycle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims. When the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual; it is an important part of the motorcycle.
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Electronic Suspension Adjustment. RDC Tyre pressure monitoring (ReifenDruck-Control) Equipment When you ordered your BMW motorcycle, you chose various items of custom equipment. This Rider's Manual describes optional extras (OE) offered by BMW and selected optional accessories (OA). This explains why the manual may also contain descriptions of equipment which you have not ordered.
General instructions 1 8 z
General views General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2 9 Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 General views Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Adjuster, spring preload, front ( 54) Adjustment of windscreen ( 53) Adjuster for headlight beam throw (underneath the instrument panel) ( 60) Clutch-fluid reservoir ( 105) Type plate (on frame, behind side cover) Seat lock ( 61) Power socket ( 88) Adjuster for damping characteristic, rear suspension ( 56) Engine oil level indicator ( 99) 2 11 General views General view, left side z
General views 2 12 z
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 54) Fuel filler neck ( 75) Brake-fluid reservoir, front ( 103) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (on steering-head bearing) Air filter (behind right side panel) ( 120) Engine-oil filler neck ( 100) Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 104) 2 13 General views General view, right side z
Multifunction switch, left 14 1 General views 2 2 z 3 4 5 6 Selecting readings ( 43). with on-board computer OE Reset the average values ( 44).
1 2 3 4 5 Emergency off switch (kill switch) ( 47) Starter button ( 69) with heated handlebar grips OE Grip heating control ( 48) Flashing turn indicators, right ( 46) Hazard warning flashers ( 46) Cancel button, flashing turn indicators ( 46) Pushbutton, cancel hazard warning flashers ( 46) 2 15 General views Handlebar fitting, right z
2 General views 16 z Underneath the seat 1 2 3 4 Rider's Manual Battery ( 124) Standard toolkit ( 98) Payload table (in tool tray) Tyre pressures table (in tool tray) Helmet holder ( 63)
1 2 3 4 5 6 Speedometer Rev.
General views 2 18 z
Status indicators Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Meanings of the status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 3 19 Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Warnings . . .
3 Multifunction display 1 20 Status indicators 2 z 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The horizontal bars indicate the quantity of fuel left in the tank. Gear indicator; "N" indicates neutral. Panel for warnings ( 25) with Automatic Stability Control OE ASC warnings and status indicators ( 34) Warnings ( 25) The horizontal bars indicate the level of the engine temperature.
Meanings of the status indicators Warning and telltale lights 3 21 with on-board computer OE CLOCK: Time TEMP: Ambient temperature ( 23) Ø SPEED: Average speed since the last reset Ø FUEL: Average fuel consumption since the last reset RANGE: Range with fuel remaining in the fuel tank ( OIL: Oil level ( 22) 1 2 3 24) with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE RDC P: Tyre pressures ( 23) 4 5 Telltale light for left turn indicators High-beam headlight telltale light General warning light, in combin
6 22 The ABS symbol might differ, depending on the specifics of national regulations. Status indicators 3 Telltale light for right turn indicators is accompanied by the 'General' warning light showing yellow. The word "Service" remains permanently visible. Service-due indicator z If the next service is due in less than one month, the date for the next service 1 is shown briefly after the Pre-Ride Check completes. In this example the reading means "March 2012".
The calculated range is only an approximate reading. Consequently, BMW Motorrad recommends that you should not try to use the full range before refuelling. without on-board computer OE The range reading does not appear until the fuel is down to the reserve level. with on-board computer OE The figure for average consumption used to calculate range is not shown and might not be the same as the average-consumption reading that appears on the display.
24 the sensors do not transmit tyre pressures until the first time the motorcycle accelerates to more than 30 km/h. Status indicators If symbol 3 also shows, the reading is a warning. The critical tyre pressure flashes. If the critical value is close to the limit of the permissible tolerance range, the reading is accompanied by the 'General' warning light showing yellow. If the tyre pressure registered by the sensor is outside the permissible tolerance range, the 'General' warning light flashes red.
Mode of presentation Warnings are indicated by the corresponding warning lights. Warnings for which there is no dedicated warning light are indicated by 'General' warning light 1 showing in combination with a warning text such as 2 or a warning symbol such as 3 appearing in the multifunction display. The 'General' warning light shows red or yellow, depending on the urgency of the warning.
3 26 Warnings, overview Warning light Lights up yellow Status indicators EWS ! appears on Meaning Electronic immobiliser active ( 30) Status indicators the display z Lights up yellow FUEL ! appears Fuel down to reserve ( 30) on the display Lights up yellow Appears on the display Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 30) Flashes red Appears on the display Insufficient engine oil pressure ( Lights up red Appears on the display Insufficient battery charge current ( 31) Lights up yellow LA
Warning light Status indicators Appears on the display Meaning Engine-oil level too low ( 32) 3 27 pears on the display Appears on the display Ice warning ( 33) Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed ( 33) Lights up ABS deactivated ( Lights up ABS fault ( Quick-flashes yellow 33) Status indicators Check Oil ap- z 33) Appears on the display ASC intervention ( Appears on the display Off-road ASC intervention ( 34) 34)
3 Warning light Meaning Slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis not completed ( 34) Slow-flashes ASC self-diagnosis in off-road mode not completed ( 34) Appears on the display ASC deactivated ( Lights up yellow Appears on the display ASC fault ( Lights up yellow Appears on the display Tyre pressure close to limit of permitted tolerance ( 35) 28 Status indicators Status indicators z 35) 35) The critical tyre pressure flashes.
Lights up yellow Status indicators Appears on the display "--" or "-is displayed.
3 30 Electronic immobiliser active The "General" warning light shows yellow. Status indicators EWS ! appears on the display. z Possible cause: The key being used is not authorised for starting, or communication between key and engine electronics is disrupted. Remove all other vehicle keys from the same ring as the ignition key. Use the reserve key. Have the defective key replaced, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
The "General" warning light flashes red. The oilcan symbol appears on the display. The oil pressure in the lube-oil system is too low. Stop immediately and switch off the engine. The insufficient oil pressure warning does not fulfil the function of an oil gauge. The only way of checking whether the oil level is correct is to check the oil level indicator. Possible cause: The engine-oil level is too low. Checking engine oil level ( 99). If the oil level is too low: Top up the engine oil.
Replace defective bulbs at the earliest possible opportunity. 32 Possible cause: Rear light or brake light bulb defective. The LED rear light must be replaced. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Status indicators 3 z Headlight or turn indicator bulb defective Possible cause: A headlight bulb or a turn-indicator bulb is defective. Replacing low-beam and highbeam headlight bulb ( 114). Replacing parking-light bulb ( 116).
Ice warning with on-board computer OE Ice-crystal symbol appears on the display. Possible cause: The air temperature measured at the motorcycle is lower than 3 °C. The ice warning does not mean that there is no risk of black ice forming at measured temperatures above 3 °C. Always take extra care when temperatures are low; remember that the danger of black ice forming is particularly high on bridges and where the road is in shade. Ride carefully and think well ahead.
3 34 Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Status indicators ASC intervention z with Automatic Stability Control OE The ASC symbol appears on the display. The ASC has detected a degree of instability at the rear wheel and has intervened to reduce torque. The warning light flashes for longer than ASC intervention lasts.
ASC deactivated with Automatic Stability Control OE The ASC symbol appears on the display. Possible cause: The rider has switched off the ASC system. Switch on the ASC function. ASC fault with Automatic Stability Control OE The "General" warning light shows yellow. The ASC symbol appears on the display. Possible cause: The ASC control unit has detected a fault. The ASC function and the off-road ASC function are not available. You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that the ASC function is not available.
3 Status indicators 36 z Before you adjust tyre pressure, read the information on temperature compensation and adjusting pressure in the section entitled "Engineering details". Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE The "General" warning light flashes red. The tyre symbol appears on the display. The critical tyre pressure flashes. Possible cause: Measured tyre pressure is outside permitted tolerance.
Possible cause: Wireless communication with the RDC sensors has been disrupted. Possible causes include radiocommunication systems operating in the vicinity and interfering with the link between the RDC control unit and the sensors. Move to another location and observe the RDC readings. Assume that a permanent fault has not occurred unless the 'General' warning light comes on to accompany the symptoms.
3 Status indicators 38 z control system can remain operational. Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Anti-theft alarm battery weak with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE DWALO ! appears on the display. This error message appears only briefly after the preride check completes. Possible cause: The integral battery in the antitheft alarm has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity.
Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . 40 Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Electronic immobiliser EWS . . . . . . . . . 41 Handlebars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Lights .
Ignition switch/steering lock 40 Keys Operation 4 z You receive two master keys and one emergency key. The emergency key is small and light so that it can always be kept in a wallet or purse, for example. It is designed for occasional use, for example when no master key is available; it is not intended for constant use. Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 41).
If the motorcycle is on the side stand, the surface of the ground will determine whether it is better to turn the handlebars to the left or right. However, the motorcycle is more stable on a level surface with the handlebars turned to the left than with the handlebars turned to the right. On level ground, always turn the handlebars to the left to set the steering lock. Turn the handlebars to the full left or right lock position. Turn the key to position 3, while moving the handlebars slightly.
4 Operation 42 z BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys are part of an integrated security system, so the dealer is under an obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys. without on-board computer OE without tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE with on-board computer OE or with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE Clock Setting clock Attempting to set the clock while riding the motorcycle can lead to accidents. Set the clock only when the motorcycle is stationary.
Reading Selecting readings Press and hold down the button until the hours number 3 flashes. Repeatedly press the button until the hours number is correct. Press and hold down the button until the minutes number 4 flashes. Repeatedly press the button until the minutes number is correct. Hold down the button until the minutes number stops flashing. This completes the process. 4 with on-board computer OE 43 or with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE Operation Switch on the ignition.
with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE The following values can be displayed: 4 44 with on-board computer OE or with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE Operation Tyre pressures (RDC P) z Resetting tripmeter Press button 1 to select the reading in panel 4. with on-board computer OE The following values can be displayed: Clock (CLOCK) Ambient temperature (TEMP) Average speed (ØSPEED) Average fuel consumption (ØFUEL) Range (RANGE) Oil-level reminder (OIL) Switch on the ignition.
The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when you start the engine. Press and hold down button 1 until the reading in panel 4 has reset. Lights When the engine is not running you can switch on the lights by switching on the ignition and either switching on the high-beam headlight or operating the headlight flasher. Press bottom section of switch 1 to operate the headlight flasher. Switch off the ignition. z Side light The side lights place a strain on the battery.
4 Auxiliary headlights with auxiliary headlight OA 46 to full brightness once they have cooled down sufficiently. Turn indicators Operation Operating flashing turn indicators z Switch on the ignition. Press left section of switch 1 to switch on the auxiliary headlights. Press right section of switch 1 to switch off the auxiliary headlights. The LED auxiliary headlights have an overheat cutout.
Emergency off switch (kill switch) If you press a turn-indicator button with the ignition switched on, the turn-indicator function is activated instead of the hazard warning flashers, and remains active until you release the button. The hazard warning flashers recommence flashing as soon as the button is released. 1 Emergency off switch (kill switch) Operating the kill switch when riding can cause the rear wheel to lock and thus cause a fall. Do not operate the kill switch when riding.
The increase in power consumption caused by the grip heating can drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, grip heating is switched off to ensure the battery's starting capability. 4 Operation 48 z a b Normal operating position (run) Engine switched off. The handlebar grips have twostage heating. Stage two is for heating the grips quickly: it is advisable to switch back to stage one as soon as the grips are warm.
with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE Deactivating ABS function Bring the motorcycle to a stop or, if the motorcycle is at a standstill, switch on the ignition. with Automatic Stability Control OE Initially, the ASC symbol changes status. Press and hold down button 1 until the ABS warning light responds. Under these circumstances there is no change in the ASC setting. The ABS warning light comes on. Release button 1 within two seconds. The ABS warning light remains ON.
4 Operation 50 z Release button 1 within two seconds. The ABS warning light remains off or continues to flash. pebbly or gravely surfaces and on loose sand. The ABS function is activated. You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again. This symbol appears on the display to indicate that ASC is active in off-road mode. If you switch the ignition off then on again and the ABS light comes back on, there is a fault in the ABS.
The off-road ASC function is activated. To switch off ASC, press and hold down button 1 until the ASC symbol changes status. The ASC symbol appears on the display. Release button 1 within two seconds. The ASC symbol continues to show. The ASC function is deactivated. Activating ASC function You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again.
Brakes 4 Adjust the handbrake lever Operation 52 z Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise to increase the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip. Turn adjusting screw 1 counter-clockwise to reduce the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip. The adjusting screw is easier to turn if you push the clutch lever forward. Changing the position of the brake-fluid reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. Do not twist the handlebar fitting or the handlebars.
Mirrors Adjusting mirror arm Adjusting mirrors Push the protective cap over the threaded fastener. Windscreen 4 53 Turn the mirror to the correct position. Push protective cap 1 up over the threaded fastener on the mirror arm. Slacken nut 2. Turn the mirror arm to the appropriate position. Tighten the nut to the specified tightening torque, while holding the mirror arm to ensure that it does not move out of position.
4 Handlebars 54 You can turn the handlebar clamping blocks 180° to increase or decrease handlebar reach. It is essential to set spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the motorcycle is lightly loaded. Operation Adjusting handlebars Long-reach position, handlebars away from rider. z Short-reach position, handlebars toward rider.
4 Spring preload at front wheel Spring preload at setting 5 (For riding off-road) If you want to reduce spring preload, use the tool from the on-board toolkit to turn spring retainer 1 in direction a. If you want to increase spring preload, use the tool from the on-board toolkit to turn the spring retainer in direction b.
4 56 If you want to increase spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the HIGH arrow. An increase in spring preload requires firmer damping, a reduction in spring preload requires softer damping. Operation Basic setting of spring preload, rear z Adjusting damping for rear wheel without Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE Turn the knob as far as it will go in the LOW direction, then preload the spring by 10 clicks.
Basic setting of rear-suspension damping characteristic without Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE If you want a softer damping characteristic, use a screwdriver to turn adjusting screw 1 in the direction indicated by the S arrow. If you want a harder damping characteristic, use a screwdriver to turn adjusting screw 1 in the direction indicated by the H arrow.
4 Viewing suspension settings 58 Switch on the ignition. One-up One-up with luggage Operation Two-up (with luggage) The damping characteristic you select is shown in panel 1 of the multifunction display and spring preload is shown in panel 2. z Press button 1 to view the current setting.
Switch on the ignition. To adjust spring preload: Start the engine: You cannot adjust spring preload while the motorcycle is on the move. Repeatedly long-press button 1 until the setting you want to use appears on the display. Press button 1 once to view the current setting. To adjust damping: Repeatedly short-press button 1 until the setting you want to use appears on the display. You can adjust the damping characteristic while the motorcycle is on the move.
4 Check tyre pressures against the data below. 60 Tyre pressure, front Operation 2.2 bar (one-up, tyre cold) z 2.5 bar (two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold) Tyre pressure, rear 2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold) 2.9 bar (two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold) If tyre pressure is too low: Correct tyre pressure.
beam throw so as not to dazzle oncoming traffic. 4 a b Neutral position Position for heavy load Front and rear seats Remove the rear seat Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Turn the key clockwise in seat lock 1 and hold it in this position while pressing down the front part of rear seat 2. Lift the rear seat at the front and release the key. Remove the rear seat and place it, upholstered side down, on a clean surface.
4 Install the front seat Operation 62 z Position the front seat with mounts 4 in holders 5 on left and right and lay it down lightly on the motorcycle. Applying pressure to the rear of the seat, push the front seat slightly forward and then press the seat firmly down. The front seat engages with an audible click. Install the rear seat ( 62). Install the rear seat Install the front seat ( 62). Engage the rear seat in mounts 6.
4 Reinstall the seat bars in the desired position. Position 4: high seat position Position 5: low seat position Install the front seat ( 62). 63 Helmet holder Securing helmet to motorcycle Remove the front seat ( 61). The helmet catch can scratch the panelling. Make sure the lock is out of the way when you hook the helmet into position. Attach the helmet to helmet holder 1 by means of the chin strap. Install the front seat ( 62).
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Riding Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 5 65 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Off-roading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . .
Safety instructions 66 Do not ride without the correct clothing. Always wear: Helmet Motorcycling jacket and trousers Gloves Boots Riding 5 z Rider's equipment This applies even to short journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be glad to advise you on the correct clothing for every purpose.
topcase OA with Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted, as stated on the label inside the topcase. with tank rucksack OA Note the maximum permissible payload of the tank rucksack and the speed limit for riding with a tank rucksack on the motorcycle.
5 Riding 68 z Risk of burn injury Engine and exhaust system become very hot when the motorcycle is in use. There is a risk of burn injuries by contact with hot surfaces, particularly at the silencer. When you park the motorcycle make sure that no-one comes into contact with the engine and exhaust system. Catalytic converter If misfiring causes unburned fuel to enter the catalytic converter, there is a danger of overheating and damage.
Starting Starting engine Kill switch in run position a. Switch on the ignition. Pre-ride check is performed. ( 70) with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ( 70) with Automatic Stability Control OE ASC self-diagnosis is performed. ( 71) Select neutral or, if a gear is engaged, pull the clutch lever. You cannot start the motorcycle with the side stand extended and a gear engaged.
5 Riding 70 z Pre-ride check The instrument panel runs a test of the 'General' warning light when the ignition is switched on: this is the "Pre-Ride-Check. The test is aborted if you start the engine before it completes. Phase 1 The "General" warning light shows red. CHECK! appears on the display. Phase 2 The "General" warning light shows yellow. CHECK! appears on the display.
ASC self-diagnosis with Automatic Stability Control OE BMW Motorrad ASC performs self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis starts automatically when you switch on the ignition. Phase 1 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components with the motorcycle at a standstill. The ASC symbol slowflashes. Phase 2 Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components while the motorcycle is on the move. The motorcycle must reach a speed of at least 5 km/h in order for ASC self-diagnosis to complete.
5 Riding 72 z Running-in speeds maximum engine rpm for short bursts (Odometer reading 600...900 km) Do not omit the first inspection after 500 - 1200 km. Brake pads New brake pads have to bed down before they can achieve their optimum friction levels. You can compensate for this initial reduction in braking efficiency by exerting greater pressure on the levers. New brake pads can extend stopping distance by a significant margin. Apply the brakes in good time.
When riding on loose surfaces or muddy roads, the brakes may fail to take effect immediately because of dirt or moisture on the discs or brake pads. Apply the brakes in good time until the brakes have been cleaned. The brake pads will wear more rapidly if you ride frequently on unsurfaced tracks or poor roads. Check the thickness of the brake pads more frequently and replace the brake pads in good time.
5 Riding 74 z rider's full force exerted on the brake levers; under these circumstances the dynamic shift in load distribution cannot keep pace with the increase in deceleration and the tyres cannot transmit the full braking force to the surface of the road. Under these circumstances the front wheel can lock up. with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE BMW Motorrad Integral ABS prevents the front wheel from locking up.
If the camber of the roadway permits, turn the handlebars all the way to the left. On a gradient, the motorcycle should always face uphill; select 1st gear. Centre stand Switch off the engine. If the ground is soft or uneven, there is no guarantee that the motorcycle will rest firmly on the stand. Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm. Excessive movements could cause the centre stand to retract, and the motorcycle would topple in consequence.
5 Riding 76 z Fuel expands when hot. Fuel escaping from an overfilled tank could make its way onto the road surface. This could cause a fall. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Leaded fuel will destroy the catalytic converter. Use only unleaded fuel. Refuel with fuel of the grade stated below; do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck.
position: do not place it on the side stand or centre stand. 77 Make sure that all components that might come into contact with straps used to secure the motorcycle are adequately protected against scratching. Use adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose. Risk of damaging components. Take care not to trap components such as brake lines or wires. The motorcycle can topple and fall on its side. Make sure that the motorcycle cannot topple sideways.
Riding 5 78 z
Engineering details Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 6 79 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC . . . . . 84 Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Engineering details Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 80 Brake system with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Engineering details with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE z Partially integral brakes Your motorcycle is equipped with partially integral brakes. Both front and rear brakes are applied when you pull the handbrake lever. The footbrake lever acts only on the rear brake.
What feedback does the rider receive from the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS? If the ABS system has to reduce braking force on account of the circumstances described above, vibration is perceptible through the handbrake lever. When the handbrake lever is pulled, brake pressure is also built up at the rear wheel by the integral function.
6 Engineering details 82 z exceptional riding conditions can lead to a fault message being issued. Exceptional riding conditions: Heating up with the motorcycle on the centre stand or an auxiliary stand, engine idling or with a gear engaged. Rear wheel locked by the engine brake for a lengthy period, for example while descending on a loose or slippery surface.
BMW Motorrad ASC is designed as an assistant system for the rider and for use on public roads. The extent to which the rider affects ASC control can be considerable (weight shifts when cornering, items of luggage loose on the motorcycle), especially when style of riding takes rider and machine close to the limits imposed by physics. The off-road mode can be activated for off-roading. This mode delays ASC intervention slightly in order to permit controlled drifting.
6 Engineering details 84 z Accelerating the motorcycle to a speed in excess of 10 km/h after switching the ignition off and then on again reactivates the ASC. Slip can be increased by very-heavy-duty massive-bar tyres, with the result that ASC intervention occurs before optimum forward acceleration is achieved. Under these circumstances, BMW Motorrad ASC should be deactivated.
Temperature compensation Tyre pressure is a temperaturesensitive variable: pressure increases as tyre temperature rises and decreases as tyre temperature drops. Tyre temperature depends on ambient temperature, on the style of riding and the duration of the ride. The tyre-pressure readings shown by the multifunction display are temperaturecompensated; the reference tyre temperature for these readings is always 20 °C.
6 Engineering details 86 z Off-road settings The Enduro ESA developed specially for the R 1200 GS incorporates the road-riding modes from other BMW models, plus special off-roading modes enabled by electro-hydraulic basic spring adjustment of the front spring strut. This convenient system of adjusting the suspension to suit very widely differing surfaces enhances the motorcycle's touring and off-roading capabilities. In this mode, the spring preload of the front spring strut is increased to about 50 %.
Accessories General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 7 87 Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Luggage carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Accessories Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Accessories 88 z General instructions BMW Motorrad recommends the use of parts and accessories for your motorcycle that are approved by BMW for this purpose. Genuine BMW parts and accessories and other products which BMW has approved can be obtained from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer, together with expert advice on their installation and use. These parts and products have been tested by BMW for safety, function and suitability. BMW accepts product liability for them.
Cable routing The cables from the power sockets to the auxiliary devices must be routed in such a way that they: Do not impede the rider Do not restrict the steering angle or obstruct handling Cannot be trapped Cases with case OA Opening cases 7 89 Turn key 1 in the case lock to right angles with the forward direction of travel. Press and hold down yellow latch 2 and pull up carry handle 3. Push yellow button 4 down and at the same time open the lid of the case.
Adjusting case volume 7 Accessories 90 z Remove the cases Open the case and remove all its contents. Closing the carry handle while the case lock is in line with the forward direction of travel can result in damage to the locking tongue. Make sure that the case lock is at right angles to the forward direction of travel when you close the carry handle. Push carry handle 3 down. Turn the key in the case lock in line with the forward direction of travel and remove the key from the lock.
Take a firm grip of the handle and lift the case out of the holder. 7 91 Open locking lever 4. Fully open latching flap 6, if necessary pulling up red release lever 5. Accessories Installing cases z Open locking lever 4. Pull red release lever 5 up. Latching flap 6 pops up. Fully open the latching flap.
7 carriers 7, noting the locking lever at the side. Opening topcase Accessories 92 z Push latching flap 6 down as far as it will go and hold it in this position. Push red release lever 5 down. Latching flap 6 engages. Close locking lever 4. Close the carry handle. Turn the key parallel with the direction of travel and remove. Topcase with topcase OA Turn key 1 in the topcase lock to the vertical position. Press and hold down yellow latch 2 and pull down carry handle 3.
Closing the carry handle while the topcase lock is horizontal can result in damage to the locking tongue. Make sure that the topcase lock is vertical when you close the carry handle. Close the topcase Adjusting topcase volume Open the topcase and remove all its contents. Press down firmly on topcase lid 5 to close. 93 Engage pivot lever 1 at the front limit position to set the case to maximum volume. Engage pivot lever 1 at the rear limit position to set the case to minimum volume. Close the topcase.
7 Removing topcase Installing topcase Accessories 94 z Turn key 1 in the topcase lock to the vertical position. Hold down yellow latch 2 and push carry handle 3 down. Pull red lever 4 back as far as it will go. Latching flap 5 pops up. Fully open latching flap 5. Take a firm grip of the handle and lift the topcase out of the holder. Fully open latching flap 5, if necessary pulling red release lever 4 to the rear.
Extra-large luggage platform Engage the topcase in front holders 6 of the topcase carrier plate. Press the topcase onto the topcase carrier plate at the rear. Push latching flap 5 fully closed and hold it in this position. Push red release lever 4 forward. The latching flap engages. Close the carry handle. Turn the key parallel with the direction of travel and remove.
7 Accessories 96 z Remove right. Remove Remove ers. Remove screws 1 on left and screw 2. the sleeves and washthe luggage carrier. Installing luggage carrier Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. with case OA Remove the cases ( 90). Place the luggage rack in position. Install screw 2 with the sleeve and the washer and tighten to the specified torque. Install screws 1 with the sleeves on left and right and tighten to the specified torque.
Maintenance General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 8 97 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Maintenance 98 z General instructions Toolkit The "Maintenance" chapter describes straightforward procedures for checking and replacing certain wear parts. Special tightening torques are listed as applicable. The tightening torques for the threaded fasteners on your motorcycle are listed in the section entitled "Technical data".
the engine cold or after no more than a short ride will lead to misinterpretation; this in turn, means that the engine will be operated with the incorrect quantity of oil. In order to ensure that the engine oil level is read correctly, check the oil level only after a lengthy trip. 3 Extension for hook wrench Hook wrench Adjusting spring preload for front wheel ( 54). Extension for screwdriver blade Adjusting damping for rear wheel ( 56). Switch off the engine when it is at operating temperature.
8 Maintenance 100 z If the oil level is below the MIN mark: Top up the engine oil ( 100). If the oil level is above the MAX mark: Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Top up the engine oil Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Engine oil, quantity for topping up Wipe the area around the filler neck clean. Use the tool from the toolkit to remove cap 1 from the engineoil filler neck.
Have all work on the brake system undertaken by trained and qualified specialists. 8 Checking front brake pad thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Visually inspect the left and right brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: Between wheel and front suspension toward brake calliper 1. Brake-pad wear limit, front 1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. The wear indicators (grooves) must be clearly visible.
8 Maintenance 102 z In order to ensure the dependability of the brake system, do not permit the brake pads to wear past the minimum permissible thickness. Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Checking rear brake pad thickness Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Visually inspect the brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: from the left toward brake caliper 1.
Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Brake-pad wear The rear brake has a brake-pad wear indicator. Shaft 1 with three marker rings 2 is between the brake pads.
Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes 104 A low fluid level in the brake reservoir can allow air to penetrate the brake system. This significantly reduces braking efficiency. Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals. Maintenance 8 z Check the brake fluid level in front reservoir 1. Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink. Brake fluid level, front Brake fluid (DOT4) Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark.
Checking clutch operation Check the brake fluid level in rear reservoir 1. Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink. Brake fluid level, rear Brake fluid (DOT4) Do not permit the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal, motorcycle upright) If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
8 Maintenance 106 z Check the clutch fluid level in reservoir 1. Wear of the clutch causes the fluid level in the clutch fluid reservoir to rise. Clutch-fluid level (visual inspection) It is impermissible for the clutch fluid level to drop. (Motorcycle upright and handlebars in straight-ahead position) If the clutch-fluid level drops: Checking tyre tread depth Unsuitable hydraulic fluids could cause damage to the clutch system. Do not attempt to top up the system with fluids of any kind.
Checking spokes with cross-spoked wheels OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Draw the handle of a screwdriver or a similar instrument across the spokes and listen to the notes of the individual spokes. If the notes vary: Have the spokes checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Wheels Tyre recommendation For each size of tyre BMW Motorrad tests and classifies as roadworthy certain makes.
8 Maintenance 108 z RDC label with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE care not to damage the RDC sensor. Be sure to draw the attention of the authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or specialist workshop to the fact that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor. Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched in the process of removing the brake calipers. Remove the front wheel Incorrect tyre fitting can damage the RDC sensors.
Remove securing screws 2 of the left and right brake calipers. with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE 8 Force the brake pads 3 slightly apart by rocking brake caliper 4 back and forth against brake disc 5. Carefully pull the brake calipers back and out until clear of the brake discs. Remove screw 1 and remove the ABS sensor from its bore. Raise front of motorcycle until the front wheel can turn freely. BMW Motorrad recommends the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand for lifting the motorcycle.
torque can work loose or their threads can suffer damage. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. 8 Maintenance 110 z Remove spacing bushing 4 from the left-hand side of the front-wheel hub. Raise the front wheel, insert quick-release axle 3 and tighten to specified torque. Installing front wheel Possible malfunctions when ABS and ASC systems intervene if non-standard wheels are installed.
Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded. tube 19 Nm with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Generation II OE Install securing screws 2 on left and right and tighten to specified tightening torque. Brake caliper to slider tube Insert the ABS sensor into its bore and install screw 1. Remove the front-wheel stand. Ease the brake calipers on to the brake discs. 30 Nm Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim.
8 Maintenance 112 z The cable of the wheelspeed sensor could chafe through if it comes into contact with the brake disc. Make sure that the sensor cable is routed correctly. of wheel size on the ABS and ASC systems at the start of this chapter. Make sure that the sensor cable is routed as shown here. Removing rear wheel Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand. Engage first gear. Parts of the exhaust system can be hot.
Tightening sequence: tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm with cross-spoked wheels OE The wheel studs for the spoked wheel and the cast wheel are of different lengths. If wheel studs from the two sets are combined or the wrong wheel studs are used the rear wheel will not be correctly secured and could present a risk of accident. Use only the correct wheel studs and only wheel studs bearing the same approved length identifiers. Do not lubricate the wheel studs.
8 Maintenance 114 Bulbs Use locating pins 3 to set the front-wheel stand to the desired height. Centre the front-wheel stand relative to the front wheel and push it against the front axle. z Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely seated. Tighten adjusting screws 1. Replacing low-beam and high-beam headlight bulb The positions of the plug, the spring retainer and the bulb might not be as illustrated below.
plicable, by turning the cover counter-clockwise. Replace the defective bulb. Bulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W The bulb might face in a direction other than that shown here. Engage spring clip 4 in the catch. Disconnect plug 3. H7 / 12 V / 55 W Hold the new bulb by the base only, in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. z Install plug 3. Disengage spring clip 4 and swing it aside. Remove bulb 5. Install bulb 5, making sure that tab 6 is correctly positioned.
Replace the defective bulb. 8 Bulb for parking light Maintenance 116 z W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Install cover 1 for the highbeam headlight or cover 2 for the low-beam headlight, as applicable, by turning the cover clockwise. Make sure that the wording TOP is at the top. Pull bulb carrier 1 out of the headlight housing.
8 Install bulb carrier 1 in the headlight housing. Remove screw 1. Replacing turn indicator bulbs, front and rear Turn bulb 2 counter-clockwise and remove it from the bulb housing. Replace the defective bulb. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W with LED turn indicators OE Pull the glass out of the reflector housing at the threadedfastener side.
8 Maintenance 118 LED rear light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear with LED turn indicators OE LED / 12 V Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the new bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter. Working from the inboard side, insert the glass into the bulb housing and close the housing. If the number of LEDs in the rear light that have failed exceeds the number stated in the Technical Data below, the rear light must be replaced.
The LED auxiliary headlights can only be replaced as a unit; it is not possible to replace individual LEDs. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. with auxiliary headlight OA 119 Disconnect plug 2. Replace fuse 4 for right headlight or fuse 5 for left headlight, as applicable. Fuse for auxiliary headlight with LED auxiliary headlights OA 7.5 A Pull off side cover 1. To do so, squeeze retaining clips 3 together on left and right and disconnect the plug.
Air filter 8 Remove the air filter Maintenance 120 Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Remove the front seat ( 61). Connect plug 2. Remove screw 1. Remove two screws 2. Pull the side panel at 3 out of the retainer and remove. z Pull off side cover 1. Install side cover 1. Remove two screws 5 and work the fuel-tank cover down to remove.
Installing air filter 8 Push out both retainers 1 by pressing at rear. Pull the intake air pipe out of holder 2 and remove. Pull out air filter 3 at the bottom. Insert air filter 3 into the air filter housing at the top. Push the air filter into the air filter housing at the bottom, making sure that the vanes are not bent. Position the air intake pipe on the air filter housing and push it into holder 2. Push retainers 1 into the holders until they engage with an audible click.
8 Maintenance 122 z Cylinders not synchronised. Make sure the throttle-valve cable is correctly routed. Hold the fuel-tank cover in position and install two screws 5. Check that the throttle-valve cable is seated in guide 4 of the intake and that the throttle valve is seated against the stop. Push side cover 1 into the two mounts. Install the front seat ( 62). Jump starting Press the side panel at 3 into the retainer. Install two screws 2. Install screw 1.
Jump-starting with a donorbattery voltage higher than 12 V can damage the vehicle electronics. Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage rating of 12 V. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Remove the front seat ( 61). When jump-starting the engine, do not disconnect the battery from the on-board electrical system. The spring-strut screw can be used as an alternative to the battery's negative terminal.
8 124 Do not use proprietary start-assist sprays or other products to start the engine. Install the front seat ( 62). Maintenance Battery z Maintenance instructions Correct upkeep, recharging and storage will prolong the life of the battery and are essential if warranty claims are to be considered.
Only chargers suitable for this mode of charging can be used to recharge the battery via the on-board socket. Unsuitable chargers could cause damage to the motorcycle's on-board electrics. Use BMW chargers with the part numbers 71 60 7 688 864 (220 V) or, as applicable, 71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If you are in doubt, disconnect the battery from the on-board systems and connect the charger directly to the battery.
8 126 with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE If applicable, switch off the antitheft alarm. Maintenance Switch off the ignition. Remove screw 3 of the battery retainer. Disengage the retainer at the bottom and remove. Lift the battery up and out; work it slightly back and forth if it is difficult to remove. Installing battery Place the battery in the battery compartment, positive terminal on the right in the forward direction of travel.
8 Slip the holder underneath the tank cover and install screws 1. Insert the rider's manual, if applicable. Install the front seat ( Setting clock ( 42). 62).
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Care Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 9 129 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 132 Care Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Care 130 z Care products BMW Motorrad recommends that you use the cleaning and care products you can obtain from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The substances in BMW CareProducts have been tested in laboratories and in practice; they provide optimised care and protection for the materials used in your vehicle. The use of unsuitable cleaning and care products can damage vehicle components.
Stainless-steel covers Use only proprietary motorcycle cleaning products or stainlesssteel cleaning products to clean left and right stainless-steel covers 1. If the stainless-steel covers are cleaned using unsuitable cleaning agents, the surfaces can be damaged. Do not use scouring agents such a stainless-steel polish to clean the stainless-steel covers. Even fly-remover pads or cleaning pads with hard surfaces can produce scratches.
9 Care 132 z Rubber Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber-care products. Using silicone sprays for the care of rubber seals can cause damage. Do not use silicone sprays or other care products that contain silicon. Paint care Washing the motorcycle regularly will help counteract the long-term effects of substances that damage the paint, especially if your motorcycle is ridden in areas with high air pollution or natural sources of dirt, for example tree resin or pollen.
Technical data troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 10 133 Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 Technical data 134 z troubleshooting chart Engine does not start or is difficult to start Possible cause Rectification Emergency off switch (kill switch) Kill switch in operating position Side stand extended and gear engaged Retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuel ( Battery flat Charge the battery when connected ( 75). 124).
Threaded fasteners FR Valid 135 Brake caliper to slider tube M8 x 32 - 10.9 30 Nm Clamping screw (quick-release axle) in slider tube M8 x 35 19 Nm Quick-release axle in axle holder M24 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel FR Valid z Rear wheel to wheel carrier M10 x 40 x 1.25 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence 60 Nm M10 x 53 x 1.
10 136 Mirror arm FR Valid Mirror to adapter Locknut, M10 x 1.25 - 4.8 22 Nm Technical data Mirror adapter to clamping block z M10 x 14 - 4.
Engine design Four-stroke opposed twin, air-cooled with oilcooled exhaust ports, installed longitudinally, two overhead camshafts and four radially positioned valves per cylinder, electronic engine management. Displacement 1170 cm3 Cylinder bore 101 mm Piston stroke 73 mm Compression ratio 12.
10 Technical data 138 z Fuel Recommended fuel grade Premium plus unleaded 98 ROZ/RON 91 AKI alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI with regular unleaded (RON 91) OE Regular unleaded (power- and consumption-related restrictions) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 20 l Reserve fuel approx.
Engine oil, capacity max 4.
10 140 Clutch clutch type Single-plate dry clutch Technical data Transmission z gearbox type Helical 6-speed gearbox with integral reaction damper, claw-action shift by sliding sleeves Gearbox transmission ratios 1,737, Primary transmission ratio 2.375 (38:16 teeth), 1st gear 1.696 (39:23 teeth), 2nd gear 1.296 (35:27 teeth), 3rd gear 1.065 (33:31 teeth), 4th gear 0.939 (31:33 teeth), 5th gear 0.
Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Gear ratio of final drive 2.
10 Technical data 142 z Rear wheel Type of rear suspension Cast-aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever Type of rear suspension Central spring strut with coil spring, adjustable rebound damping and hydraulically adjustable spring preload with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) OE Spring travel at rear wheel with lowered suspension OE Central spring strut with coil spring, electrically adjustable rebound damping and electro-hydraulically adjustable spring preload 200 mm 171 mm
Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets You can obtain an up-to-date list of approved tyres from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or on the Internet at "www.bmw-motorrad.com". 10 143 front wheel type with cross-spoked Cast wheel with 5 double spokes, MT H2 wheels OE Cross-spoked wheel with 40 spokes, MT H2 front wheel rim size 2.
10 144 Electrics Electrical rating of on-board sockets with extra socket OA Technical data Fuses z 5A max 5 A, Total for all sockets Electronic fuses protect the circuits. If an electronic fuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit is active as soon as the ignition is switched on after the fault has been rectified. Fuse for auxiliary headlight with LED auxiliary headlights OA 7.
Bulb for tail light/brake light LED / 12 V Maximum number of defective LEDs in rear-light unit 1, Brake light/rear light none, Number-plate light (white) Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear with LED turn indicators OE 145 LED / 12 V RY10W / 12 V / 10 W LED / 12 V Frame Frame type Tubular steel front frame and rear frame, with load-bearing drive unit type plate location On left side behind side cover VIN location Front frame top
10 146 Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2210 mm, Across luggage carrier Height of motorcycle 1450 mm, To top of windscreen when lowered, at DIN unladen weight Technical data with lowered suspension OE z 1420 mm, To top of windscreen when lowered, at DIN unladen weight Width of motorcycle 940 mm, Across handlebars Front-seat height 850...870 mm, At unladen weight with low front seat OE 820 mm with lowered suspension OE 790 mm rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1890...
Unladen weight 234 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 440 kg Maximum payload 206 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h 10 147 Technical data Weights z
Technical data 10 148 z
Service BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 BMW Motorrad Mobility services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 11 149 Confirmation of maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Service Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Service 150 z BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad has an extensive after-sales service network in place to look after you and your motorcycle in more than 100 countries. Authorised BMW Motorrad dealerships have the technical information and the technical know-how to carry out reliably all maintenance and repair work on your BMW. Visit our website www.bmwmotorrad.com to find out where the nearest authorised BMW Motorrad dealership is located.
The BMW running-in check has to be performed when the motorcycle has covered between 500 km and 1200 km BMW Service The BMW Service is carried out once a year; the extent of servicing can vary, depending on the age of the motorcycle and the distance it has covered. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer confirms that the service work has been carried out and enters the date when the next service will be due.
11 BMW Pre-delivery Check BMW Running-in Check Completed Completed on on Service 152 Confirmation of maintenance work Odometer reading Next service at the latest z on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature
BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 11 153 Service BMW Service z
11 Service 154 z BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature
BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature 11 155 Service BMW Service z
11 Service 156 z BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed on on on Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service at the latest Next service at the latest Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature Stamp, signature
Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work.
11 Service 158 z Item Odometer reading Date
ASC Control, 14 Engineering details, 82 Operation, 50 Self-diagnosis, 71 Warnings, 34 Average values Resetting, 44 B Battery Charging battery when connected, 124 Charging battery when disconnected, 125 Installation, 126 Maintenance instructions, 124 Position on the motorcycle, 16 Removal, 125 Technical data, 144 Warning for battery charge current, 31 Brake fluid Checking fluid level, front, 103 Checking fluid level, rear, 104 Reservoir, front, 13 Reservoir, rear, 13 Brake pads Checking front, 101 Checking
12 Index 160 z Replacing turn indicator bulbs, 117 Technical data, 144 Warning, bulb failure, 31 C Case Operation, 89 Checklist, 68 Clock Adjusting, 42 Control, 17 Clutch Adjusting handlebar lever, 51 Checking fluid level, 105 Checking operation, 105 Fluid reservoir, 11 Technical data, 140 Confirmation of maintenance work, 152 Currency, 7 D Damping Adjuster, rear, 11 Adjusting, 56 Dimensions Technical data, 146 E Electrics Technical data, 144 Emergency off switch (kill switch), 15 Operation, 47 Engine
H Handlebars Adjusting, 54 Hazard warning flashers Control, 14, 15 Operation, 46 Headlight Beam throw, 60 Driving on right/driving on left, 60 Headlight beam-throw adjustment, 11 Helmet holder Helmet, securing, 63 Position on the motorcycle, 16 Horn, 14 I Ignition Switching off, 40 Switching on, 40 Immobiliser Reserve key, 41 Warning, 30 Instrument panel Ambient-light brightness sensor, 17 Overview, 17 J Jump starting, 122 K Keys, 40 L Lights Control, 14 Headlight flasher, operating, 45 High-beam headlight
12 Index 162 z Multifunction display, 17 Control, 14 Meaning of symbols, 21 Overview, 20 Selecting readings, 43 Multifunction switch General view, left side, 14 General view, right side, 15 O Odometer and tripmeters Control, 17 Resetting, 44 Off-roading, 72 P Parking, 74 Parking light, 45 Power socket Notes on use, 88 Position on the motorcycle, 11 Pre-ride check, 70 R Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 141 Refuelling, 75 Rev.
Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Adhesive label for rim, 108 Engineering details, 84 Reading, 23 Warnings, 35 Tyres Checking inflation pressure, 59 Checking tread depth, 106 Pressures, 143 Recommendation, 107 Running in, 72 Table of tyre pressures, 16 Technical data, 143 Top speed, 67 V Vehicle Restoring to use, 132 Vehicle identification number Position on the motorcycle, 13 W Warning lights, 17 Overview, 21 Warnings ABS, 33 Anti-theft alarm, 38 ASC, 34 Battery charge current, 31 Bulb defect, 31 Engine electr
12 Index 164 z Remove the front wheel, 108 Removing rear wheel, 112 Technical data, 143 Windscreen Adjuster, 11 Adjusting, 53
Details described or illustrated in this booklet may differ from the vehicle's actual specification as purchased, the accessories fitted or the national-market specification. No claims will be entertained as a result of such discrepancies. Dimensions, weights, fuel consumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tolerances. The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted.
The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart: Fuel Recommended fuel grade Premium plus unleaded 98 ROZ/RON 91 AKI alternative fuel grade Premium unleaded (slight power- and consumption-related restrictions) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI with regular unleaded (RON 91) OE Regular unleaded (power- and consumption-related restrictions) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI Usable fuel capacity approx. 20 l Reserve fuel approx. 4 l Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.
