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  • Page 1 BMW Motorrad The Ultimate Riding Machine Rider's Manual F 800 R...
  • Page 2 Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Vehicle Identification Number Phone number Colour code Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
  • Page 3 BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with We hope you will enjoy riding your new vehicle so that you can your BMW and that all your jour- ride it safely and confidently in all neys will be pleasant and safe traffic situations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Service-due indicator ..32 Heated handlebar grips ..48 On-board computer Seat ......49 1 General instructions .
  • Page 5 10 Accessories ..125 Rear-wheel drive ..150 BMW Motorrad ABS ..84 General instructions ..126 Frame .
  • Page 6 Maintenance work ..158 Maintenance schedule ..161 Standard BMW service ..162 Confirmation of mainten- ance work ....163 Confirmation of service .

  • Page 7: General Instructions

    General instructions Overview ......6 Abbreviations and symbols ..6 Equipment .

  • Page 8: Overview

    NOTICE Specific instruc- When the time comes to sell sembled complete with tions on how to operate, your BMW please remember to all the BMW Motorrad control, adjust or look after items hand over this Rider's Manual; it optional extras originally of equipment on the vehicle.

  • Page 9: Equipment

    Equipment Optional accessories. tolerance requirements of the Deutsches Institut für Normung You can obtain When you ordered your BMW e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual BMW Motorrad motorcycle, you chose various optional accessories countries may differ. items of custom equipment. through your authorised...

  • Page 11: General Views

    General views General view, left side ....11 General view, right side ... . . 13 Underneath the seat .

  • Page 13: General View, Left Side

    General view, left side Payload table (on left on steering-head bearing) Seat lock ( Oil filler neck and oil dip- stick (...

  • Page 15: General View, Right Side

    General view, right side Fuel filler neck ( Brake-fluid reservoir, rear Brake-fluid reservoir, front VIN, type plate (on steering-head bearing) Coolant level indicator (be- hind side panel) ( 100) with power socket Power socket ( 126) Adjuster, spring preload Adjustment of damping characteristic (...

  • Page 16: Underneath The Seat

    Underneath the seat Tool for adjusting spring preload ( Standard toolkit ( Rider's Manual and open- ended spanner Stowage with first-aid kit Location of the first-aid kit Helmet holder ( Stowage with service toolkit Location of the service toolkit ( Table of tyre pressures...

  • Page 17: Underneath The Centre Trim

    Underneath the centre trim panel Battery ( 120) Stowage with tyre repair kit Location of the tyre repair...

  • Page 18: Multifunction Switch, Left

    Multifunction switch, left High-beam headlight and headlight flasher ( Change of status indicators on the display ( Hazard warning flashers with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ASC Switching off ( with Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Possible settings ( Operation of the turn indic- ators ( Horn...

  • Page 19: Right

    Multifunction switch, right with heated handlebar grips Operation of the heated handlebar grips ( Starter button ( Emergency off switch (kill switch) (...

  • Page 20: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel Warning and telltale lights Speedometer Function key Multifunction display Function key Ambient-light brightness sensor (for controlling the brightness of the instru- ment lighting) with alarm system (DWA) Alarm system LED with on-board com- puter Telltale light for engine rpm warning ( Rev.

  • Page 21: Status Indicators

    Status indicators Warning and telltale lights ... 20 Multifunction display ....21 Warnings ......22 Service-due indicator .

  • Page 22: Warning And Telltale Lights

    Warning and telltale lights ABS ( with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ASC intervention ( Fuel reserve ( General warning light (in combination with warnings in the display) ( High-beam headlight Turn indicators, right Idle Turn indicators, left...

  • Page 23: Multifunction Display

    Multifunction display Warning for engine elec- tronics ( with heated handlebar grips Heated handlebar grips with on-board com- puter Stopwatch ( Time ( with tyre pressure monit- oring (RDC) Tyre pressure ( Warning for coolant tem- perature ( Serviceability ( Values area for status in- dicators ( with on-board com-...

  • Page 24: Warnings

    Warnings 10 Coolant temperature display Mode of presentation 11 No standard equipment Warnings are indicated by the with on-board com- corresponding warning lights. puter Gear indicator; "N" indic- ates neutral 12 Fuel level ( 13 Values area for status in- dicator ( In addition, the warning triangle 3 14 Warning symbol (...
  • Page 25 Warnings, overview Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display Outside temperature warning ( x.x °C " " flashes lights up yellow + " " appears Electronic immobiliser active ( on the display lights up red flashes Coolant temperature too high ( lights up yellow appears on the Engine in emergency-operation mode...
  • Page 26 Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up yellow + " " or Sensor defective or system error -- -- " " appears on the display lights up yellow + " " appears Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak on the display + "...
  • Page 27 Warning and telltale Warning symbols in the Meaning lights display lights up ASC switched off ( lights up ASC fault (...

  • Page 28: Outside Temperature

    Always take extra care placed, preferably by an au- Top up coolant ( 100). when temperatures are thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. low; remember that there is particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where the road is in shade.
  • Page 29 Possible cause: an authorised BMW Motorrad WARNING dealer. The coolant temperature is too high. Unusual ride characterist- Bulb faulty If possible, ride in the part-load ics when engine running in General warning light shows range to cool down the engine.
  • Page 30 Seek the advice of a specialist NOTICE rear turn indicators ( 115). workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Before you adjust tyre pressure, DWA battery flat read the information on tempera- Tyre pressure close with alarm system (DWA)
  • Page 31 Notify the breakdown service. specialist workshop, preferably Check the tyre for damage Have the tyre checked for an authorised BMW Motorrad and to ascertain whether the damage by a specialist dealer. vehicle can be ridden with the workshop, preferably an tyre in its present condition.
  • Page 32 Battery of tyre-pressure Signal transmission an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. sensor weak disrupted with tyre pressure monitoring with tyre pressure monitoring Possible cause: (RDC) (RDC) Wireless communication with the RDC sensors has been disrupted. -- -- General warning light shows + "...

  • Page 33: Asc Intervention

    The ABS function is not Irregular engine operation or specialist workshop, preferably available, because self- engine shutdown due to lack an authorised BMW Motorrad diagnosis did not complete. The of fuel. dealer. motorcycle has to move forward Risk of accident. Damage to a few metres for the wheel catalytic converter.

  • Page 34: Service-Due Indicator

    ASC self-diagnosis not ASC telltale and warning specialist workshop, preferably light shows. an authorised BMW Motorrad completed dealer. with Automatic Stability Control Possible cause: (ASC) The rider has switched off the Service-due indicator ASC system. ASC telltale and warning Switch on ASC.

  • Page 35: On-Board Computer Display

    If service is overdue, the Average consumption due date or the odometer reading at which service was due is accompanied by the 'gener- Average speed al' warning light showing yellow. The word "Service" remains per- manently visible. Current consumption NOTICE If the vehicle covers long dis- If the service-due indicator ap- Ambient temperature...

  • Page 36: Fuel Reserve

    Ambient-temperature acceleration), the more difficult it becomes to determine the reading reserve quantity. However, the with on-board computer tank will contain at least the reserve quantity stated on the If the outside temperature inside of the back cover. drops below 3 °C the tem- perature display flashes to draw with on-board computer your attention to the risk of black...

  • Page 37: Tyre Pressure

    The detailed description of forming on bridges and where BMW Motorrad RDC starts on The front tyre pressure is on the the road is in shade. page ( 87).

  • Page 39: Operation

    Operation Ignition switch ..... . 38 Rear-seat cover ..... 49 Ignition .

  • Page 40: Ignition Switch

    ABS self-diagnosis. ( Key can be removed. fitted with locks that can be with Automatic Stability Control opened with this key as well. (ASC) Consult a specialist workshop, ASC self-diagnosis. ( preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 41: Electronic Immobiliser

    If you lose a key, you can have The battery can be recharged it barred by your authorised via the socket. BMW Motorrad dealer. If you wish to do this, you will need Electronic immobiliser to bring all other keys for the motorcycle with you.

  • Page 42: Emergency Off Switch

    Emergency off switch The emergency off switch is a NOTICE kill switch for switching off the (kill switch) engine quickly and easily. The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than abso- lutely necessary.

  • Page 43: Hazard Warning Flashers

    High-beam headlight and NOTICE headlight flasher The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary. NOTICE Immediately after switching off If you press a turn-indicator the ignition, push button 1 to button with the hazard warning the left and hold it in this po- Push switch 1 forward to...

  • Page 44: Turn Indicators

    Tripmeter 1 ( Switch on the ignition. The turn indicators are cancelled Trip II Tripmeter 2 ( automatically after the defined time and distance. The defined Warnings, if applicable time and distance can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 45: Resetting Tripmeter

    with tyre pressure monitoring Current consumption (RDC) Tyre pressures Distance travelled since fuel down to reserve with on-board computer Press button 3 to select the reading in values area 4. The following values can be dis- played: Odometer (shown) Press and hold down button 1 Trip I Tripmeter 1 ( until tripmeter 2 reading is re-...

  • Page 46: Clock

    with on-board computer Press and hold down button 1 Press and hold down button 1 until the value shown is reset. until the hours number 2 Press and hold down button 1 flashes. until tripmeter 2 reading is Clock Repeatedly press button 1 until reset.
  • Page 47 Showing stopwatch Operate stopwatch Change button functions You can switch from the odo- If necessary, use button 1 to Press button 1 and button 2 meter reading to a stopwatch 1. switch from the odometer to at the same time and hold The readout is in hours, minutes, the stopwatch.

  • Page 48: Automatic Stability Control

    Switch on the ASC : Stopwatch operated by means of button 2 in the in- function strument panel. Switch the ignition off and then The new setting is saved after on again to re-activate the ASC a brief delay. function. Automatic Stability NOTICE Control...

  • Page 49: Electronic Suspension Adjust

    telltale and warning light Call up settings display at 1. The meanings of changes status. the readings are as follows: Switch on the ignition. COMF ASC telltale and warn- : Comfortable damping ing light goes out; if self- characteristic diagnosis has not completed it NORM : Normal damping char- starts flashing.

  • Page 50: Heated Handlebar Grips

    characteristic if you allow a ing at low engine speeds. If the certain length of time to pass charge level is low, the heated without pressing button 1. handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the battery's starting The ESA indicator disappears capability.

  • Page 51: Seat

    Installing the seat 50% heating power 100% heating power The selected heating stage will be saved if you allow a certain length of time to pass without making further changes. Turn vehicle key 1 to the right In order to switch off the in the seat lock and hold it in heated handlebar grips, Position the seat in holder 1...

  • Page 52: Helmet Holder

    Disengage hold-down loops 1 Position the rear-seat cover on Use a plastic-sheathed steel and remove the rear-seat cover seat 2 and secure hold-down cable to secure the helmet to from seat 2. loops 1. helmet holder 1. Install the rear-seat cover Helmet holder Remove seat ( 49).
  • Page 53 ATTENTION Incorrect positioning of the helmet lock. Scratch marks on trim panel. Make sure the lock is out of the way when you hook the helmet into position. Position the helmet as shown in the illustration. Installing the seat ( 49).

  • Page 55: Adjustment

    Adjustment Mirrors ......54 Headlight ......54 Clutch lever .

  • Page 56: Mirrors

    If there are doubts about the cor- Push the protective cap over rect headlight beam throw, have the threaded fastener. the setting checked by a special- ist workshop, preferably an au- thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 57: Clutch Lever

    Adjusting headlight beam between the clutch lever and ist workshop, best of all by a BMW Motorrad dealer. the handlebar grip. throw Turn adjusting screw 1 Clutch lever counter-clockwise to reduce the span between the clutch lever and the handlebar grip.

  • Page 58: Spring Preload

    WARNING NOTICE Adjusting the brake lever The adjusting screw is easier to while riding. turn if you push the brake lever forward. Risk of accident Do not attempt to adjust the Spring preload brake lever unless the motor- cycle is at a standstill. Adapt to load It is essential to set spring pre- Remove on-board toolkit 1.

  • Page 59: Damping

    Impaired handling. Stow the on-board toolkit in its correct position. Adjust spring-strut damping to suit spring preload. Installing the seat ( 49). If you want to increase spring Damping preload, use the tool from the Adapt to surface on-board toolkit to turn knob 1 clockwise.
  • Page 60 Basic setting of rear- suspension damping characteristic Turn the adjuster clockwise as far as it will go, then back it off 1.5 turns. (One-up riding without luggage) Turn the adjuster clockwise as far as it will go, then back it off 0.5 of a turn.

  • Page 61: Anti-Theft Alarm

    Anti-theft alarm Overview ......60 Activation ......60 Alarm function .

  • Page 62: Overview

    Overview Controls Conserving power in the vehicle's starter battery with alarm system (DWA) In order to conserve the power of the starter battery and en- General information about sure that the vehicle will start, the anti-theft alarm (DWA) the DWA anti-theft alarm auto- Any attempt to move the vehicle, matically switches off the alarm change its position, start it...
  • Page 63 Activation with motion Conserving battery power If you want to activate the alarm function more than one minute sensor in the control unit (anti- after switching off the ignition, theft alarm activated) you must press button 1 for longer than one second. Activation phase The anti-theft alarm needs 15 seconds to achieve fully active...

  • Page 64: Alarm Function

    this way, you have to switch the Deactivating motion Alarm triggers ignition on and then off again. sensor An alarm can be triggered by: the motion sensor Motion sensor when attempt to switch on the igni- motorcycle is to be tion with an unauthorised key transported disconnection of the anti-theft...

  • Page 65: Deactivation

    Information on alarm Deactivating alarm control. This function does not change the status of the anti- function triggering theft alarm. If an alarm was triggered after While an alarm is in progress an the last activation of the alarm alarm tone sounds and the turn function, the rider is notified indicators flash.

  • Page 66: Programming

    Programming the ignition is not subsequently Automatic activation of the switched on, the alarm func- alarm function after the igni- with alarm system (DWA) tion automatically goes active tion is switched off: No again after 30 seconds if "Ac- Programming options Programming anti-theft tivation after ignition OFF"...
  • Page 67 Under what Within ten seconds, switch on the ignition. circumstances is Press button 2. Acknowledgement tone sounds programming aborted? Step 2: three times. There are two ways in which pro- No function allocated to this step. The programming function is gramming can be cancelled: Press button 1 or button 2.

  • Page 68: Registering Additional Remote Con

    Registering remote automatically 30 seconds after Acknowledgement tone sounds completion of the last step in twice. control the programming routine You can now register a maximum of four remote control units with The anti-theft alarm LED goes the anti-theft alarm. Registration out and four acknowledgement is a three-step process and has tones sound.

  • Page 69: Synchronising

    Termination of When is it necessary to Synchronising remote synchronise the remote registration control control? Registration is terminated in the following situations: The remote control has to be 4 remote control units have synchronised if the buttons of been logged on. the remote control have been Ignition is switched OFF.

  • Page 70: Battery

    Battery remote control has to be activ- Slide old battery 3 forward from under retainer 4. ated. with alarm system (DWA) ATTENTION When does the battery have to be changed? Batteries unsuitable or not inserted in compliance with The batteries in the remote con- correct procedure.

  • Page 71: Riding

    Riding Safety instructions ....70 Comply with checklist ....72 Starting .

  • Page 72: Safety Instructions

    "Accessories"). of the year. Your authorised Make sure that the weight is Payload of tank bag BMW Motorrad dealer will be uniformly distributed between glad to advise you on the correct right and left. clothing for every purpose.

  • Page 73: Catalytic Converter

    Risk of poisoning Catalytic converter Payload of luggage car- Exhaust fumes contain carbon If misfiring causes unburned fuel rier monoxide, which is colourless to enter the catalytic converter, max 10 kg and odourless but highly toxic. there is a danger of overheating and damage.

  • Page 74: Comply With Checklist

    Risk of overheating Do not tamper with the vehicle without Electronic Suspension in any way that could result in Adjustment (ESA) ATTENTION tuned performance. Adjusting the damping charac- teristic for rear wheel ( 57). Engine running for prolonged Comply with checklist period with vehicle at stand- with Electronic Suspension Ad- At regular intervals, use the...

  • Page 75: Starting

    Starting NOTICE NOTICE Start engine You cannot start the motorcycle The start attempt is automatic- with the side stand extended and ally interrupted if battery voltage ATTENTION a gear engaged. The engine will is too low. Recharge the battery Sufficient gearbox lubrication switch itself off if you start it with before you start the engine, or only with the engine is run-...
  • Page 76 Phase 1 specialist workshop, preferably ABS telltale and warning an authorised BMW Motorrad light flashes. The rev. counter and speedo- dealer. meter needles both swing to ABS self-diagnosis the limit values on their scales. ABS self-diagnosis completed At the same time, all the warn-...

  • Page 77: Running In

    The ASC telltale and warning (ASC) ing during this initial period on light goes out. BMW Motorrad ASC performs twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid- Check all the warning and tell- self-diagnosis to ensure its op- ing high-speed main roads and tale lights.

  • Page 78: Redline Warning

    Brake pads Telltale light for engine WARNING rpm warning New brake pads have to bed down before they can achieve New tyres losing grip on wet their optimum friction levels. You roads and at extreme bank can compensate for this initial re- angles.

  • Page 79: Brakes

    The Press button 1 and button 2 higher the wheel load, the more at the same time and hold BMW Motorrad ABS prevents braking force can be transmitted them down until the reading the front wheel from locking up.

  • Page 80: Parking Your Motorcycle

    Wet and dirty brakes dirt, or dismount and clean the ATTENTION brakes. Wetness and dirt on the brake Think ahead and brake in good discs and the brake pads dimin- Additional weight placing time until full braking efficiency ish braking efficiency. strain on the side stand.

  • Page 81: Refuelling

    Refuelling Refuelling ATTENTION Fuel grade WARNING Poor ground underneath the For optimum fuel consumption, stand. Fuel is highly flammable. fuel should be sulphur-free or as Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Risk of fire and explosion. low-sulphur as possible. topples.
  • Page 82 Make sure the ground is level NOTICE and firm and place the motor- cycle on its side stand. The "usable fuel capacity" spe- cified in the technical data is the NOTICE quantity that the fuel tank could hold if it had been run dry and The volume of the tank can be the engine had cut out due to a utilised to the full only when the...

  • Page 83: Securing Motorcycle For Transporta

    Securing motorcycle both sides and tighten the Secure the vehicle to prevent it toppling, preferably with the as- straps. for transportation sistance of a second person. Make sure that all components Push the motorcycle onto the that might come into contact transportation flat and hold it in with straps used to secure the position: do not place it on the...

  • Page 85: Engineering Details

    General instructions ....84 BMW Motorrad ABS ....84 Electronic engine management with BMW Motorrad ASC .

  • Page 86: General Instructions

    If road surface. Loose stones, ice sible that the BMW Motorrad this happens the braking force and snow or a wet road all have ABS will be unable to prevent...
  • Page 87 (wheelie). Within the limits imposed by Risk of accident Rear wheel rotating with the physics, the BMW Motorrad ABS In order to ensure that the ABS vehicle held stationary by ap- ensures directional stability on is always maintained in op- plying the front brake (burn- any surface.

  • Page 88: Electronic Engine Management With

    ASC? opting his or her style of riding Do not take risks that would The BMW Motorrad ASC is de- accordingly. negate the additional safety signed as an assistant system Do not take risks that would offered by this system.

  • Page 89: Tyre Pressure Monitoring (Reifendruck-Control)

    The display shows " " for each a gear engaged. The BMW Motorrad ASC is un- tyre until the tyre-pressure signal able to control a situation of this Accelerating the motorcycle to is received for the first time. The nature.
  • Page 90 recorded depends on tyre air proximately 15 minutes after the difference between the RDC motorcycle comes to a stop. temperature. In most instances, reading and the value in the therefore, these gauge readings table. An error message is issued if will not tally with the pressures wheels without sensors are fitted Example: according to the...

  • Page 91: Maintenance

    Maintenance General instructions ....90 Battery ......120 Toolkit .

  • Page 92: General Instructions

    Further information on mainten- Screwdriver handle ance and repair works is available Reversible screwdriver from your BMW Motorrad author- blade ised dealer in the form of a DVD. Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 Replacing bulbs for front Some of the work requires spe-...

  • Page 93: Front-Wheel Stand

    Centre the front-wheel stand cycle on its centre stand. relative to the front wheel and ATTENTION push it against the front axle. Use of the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand without also accompanying use of centre stand or auxiliary stand.

  • Page 94: Headlight Fairing

    Securing light-top shield Make sure the motorcycle is standing firmly. Headlight fairing Swinging headlight fairing down Apply uniform pressure to push the front-wheel stand down Swing headlight fairing 2 up, and raise the motorcycle. making sure that bushings 3 are in position. with centre stand Install screws 1.
  • Page 95 Misinterpretation of the oil level with centre stand Check the oil level only Check that the engine is at op- after a lengthy ride or when erating temperature, make sure the engine is at operating the ground is level and firm temperature.
  • Page 96 ATTENTION ATTENTION attack coated components of Not enough or too much en- the engine, BMW Motorrad Vehicle topples to side when gine oil. recommends BMW Motorrad being lifted on to stand. Engine damage...

  • Page 97: Brake System

    Have the brakes checked by a WARNING pads 1. specialist workshop, preferably Brake-pad thickness less an authorised BMW Motorrad than permissible minimum. dealer. Diminished braking effect. Dam- age to the brakes.
  • Page 98 Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Visually inspect the brake pads Brake-pad wear limit, Check rear brake pad to ascertain their thickness. rear...
  • Page 99 Wear of the brake pads causes cialist workshop, preferably Make sure the ground is level the brake fluid level in the reser- an authorised BMW Motorrad and firm and hold the motor- voir to sink. dealer. cycle upright.
  • Page 100 If the brake fluid level drops be- cycle on its centre stand. low the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

  • Page 101: Clutch

    If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible: Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad Operate the clutch lever until Move the rubber grommet 1 to dealer. one side. resistance can be felt whilst observing the notch between Slacken nut 2.

  • Page 102: Coolant

    Coolant Check coolant level Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Turn the handlebars all the way to left. Open cap 1 of the expansion Coolant, specified level tank. Top up coolant to specified level.

  • Page 103: Rims And Tyres

    The tyre is worn out when sary, preferably by an author- Tyre pressure, front the tyre tread has worn down ised BMW Motorrad dealer. to the level of the marks. The locations of the marks are indic- Check the tyre tread 2.5 bar (tyre cold)

  • Page 104: Wheels

    Detailed information is be changed. available from your authorised If you decide that you would like ATTENTION BMW Motorrad dealer or in the to fit non-standard wheels to Tyre removal not in compli- internet at your motorcycle, it is very im- ance with correct procedure.

  • Page 105: Removing Front Wheel

    Lift the front of the motorcycle the wheel-speed sensor from until the front wheel is clear of its bore. the ground, preferably using Mask off the parts of the wheel a BMW Motorrad front-wheel rim that could be scratched in stand.

  • Page 106: Installing Front Wheel

    Installing the front-wheel stand Slacken axle clamping 91). screws 2. Press quick-release axle slightly toward the inside, so as to be better able to grip it on the right-hand side. Remove spacer bush 1 from the wheel hub. Installing front wheel Slacken axle clamping screws 1.
  • Page 107 Always have the security of Roll the front wheel into posi- the fasteners checked by a tion between the front forks. specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Install screw 1 and tighten to specified torque. Counter-hold quick-release axle on the right- hand side.
  • Page 108 Tighten axle clamping screws 1 Clamp of quick-release Clamp of quick-release to the specified tightening axle axle torque. Tightening sequence: Tighten Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate screws six times in alternate sequence sequence 19 Nm 19 Nm Removing the front-wheel stand.

  • Page 109: Remove The Rear Wheel

    the brake lever is pulled or the Remove the rear wheel brake pedal depressed. Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded. Seat the cable for the wheel- speed sensor in retaining clips 1 and 2. Insert the wheel-speed sensor Install securing screws 4 on into the bore and install left and right and tighten to...
  • Page 110 Make sure the ground is level Remove adjusting plate 5 and and firm and place the mo- push the axle to the left as far torcycle on a suitable auxiliary as it will go. stand. with centre stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its centre stand.
  • Page 111 Damage, or threaded fasteners work loose. Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Seat left adjusting plate 7 in the swinging arm and install quick-release axle 6 in the...

  • Page 112: Chain

    brake caliper and the rear Lubricate the drive chain every wheel. 1000 km at the latest. Lubric- ate the chain more frequently if Make sure that the axle fits into the recess of the adjust- the motorcycle is ridden in wet, dusty or dirty conditions.
  • Page 113 Adjust the chain tension Tighten locknuts 2 on left and right to the specified tightening Make sure the ground is level torque. and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Locknut of the final-drive chain tensioning screw 19 Nm Tighten axle nut 1 to the spe- cified tightening torque.

  • Page 114: Lighting

    Remove rubber cap with in order to keep the glass free Seek the advice of a specialist plug 1, counter-holding bulb 2 of foreign matter. workshop, preferably an author- located underneath the rubber ised BMW Motorrad dealer. cap.
  • Page 115 Connect rubber cap with plug 1 to bulb 2. Securing light-top shield 92). Replacing bulb for parking light Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Insert bulb 1 making sure that Remove bulb 1 from socket 2.
  • Page 116 Replacing bulb for brake light and rear light Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Switch off the ignition. Insert bulb 1 into socket 2. Remove bulb 2 for the brake light and rear light.
  • Page 117 The LED rear light can be re- placed only as a complete unit. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Replacing bulbs for front Install bulb 2 for the brake light Pull the glass out of the re- and rear turn indicators and rear light.

  • Page 118: Body Panels

    Consult a Bulbs for flashing turn specialist workshop, preferably indicators, rear an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. RY10W / 12 V / 10 W Working from the inboard side, Use a clean, dry cloth to hold...
  • Page 119 seat it in guides 3 on left and right. Remove four screws 1 on Remove circlip 1. left and right and remove the centre trim panel. Install four screws 1 on left and Install centre trim panel right. Installing the seat ( 49).
  • Page 120 Install the right side panel Remove screw 3. Install screw 2. Raise the side panel slightly at Begin by positioning the side the rear and then work it to the panel on retaining pin 1, then side to remove. swing it down and snap it into mounts 2 and 3.

  • Page 121: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting ATTENTION ATTENTION Jump-starting with a voltage greater than 12 V. Excessive current flowing Damage to the on-board elec- when the motorcycle is tronics. jump-started Make sure that the battery of Wiring smoulders/ignites or dam- the donor vehicle has a voltage age to the on-board electronics rating of 12 V.

  • Page 122: Battery

    Compliance with the points be- ing the jump leads. low is important in order to max- Disconnect the jump lead from BMW Motorrad has developed a imise battery life: the negative terminals first, float charger specially designed Keep the surface of the battery...
  • Page 123 You can obtain additional to the motorcycle's on-board Use suitable BMW chargers. information from your authorised electrical system. The suitable charger is BMW Motorrad dealer. available from your authorised NOTICE BMW Motorrad dealer.
  • Page 124 Charging battery when Remove centre trim panel 116). disconnected Make sure the ground is level Charge the battery using a and firm and place the motor- suitable charger. cycle on its stand. Comply with the operating in- with alarm system (DWA) structions of the charger.
  • Page 125 3. If you want to have the date set consult a specialist work- ATTENTION shop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Battery not connected in ac- Make sure that the battery's cordance with correct pro- Switch off the ignition.

  • Page 127: Accessories

    Accessories General instructions ....126 Power socket ..... . 126 Luggage .

  • Page 128: General Instructions

    Use only parts and accessor- accessories Automatic shutdown ies approved by BMW for your The power supply to vehicle. the socket is interrupted BMW has conducted extens- ive testing of the parts and ac-...

  • Page 129: Luggage

    Luggage automatically during the start procedure. Lash luggage The power supply to the Remove seat ( 49). socket is switched off no more than 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off, in order to prevent overloading of the on-board electrics. Low- wattage electrical accessories might not be recognised by Make sure that the strap is in...

  • Page 130: Sports Case

    Pass luggage strap 1 through Turn the key 1 to position Pull grey release lever 1 grab handles 3 and pull it tight. OPEN. (OPEN) up. Check that the luggage is se- Pull the grey release leaver 2 Lock straps 2 open. cure.
  • Page 131 Turn the key to the OPEN pos- Also press catches 3 of the Push lock straps 1 out and pull ition. lock straps into retainers 2 until them up. they engage. Press catches 1 of the case This expands the case to max- lid into retainers 2.
  • Page 132 Press the case lid against the case body. The case volume adapts to the contents. Removing cases with Sport cases Pull the black release lever 1 Pull black release lever 1 (RE- (RELEASE) up and simultan- LEASE) up and simultaneously eously pull the case out.

  • Page 133: Touring Cases

    Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with cases fitted, as stated on the label inside the case. Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and cases on the label.
  • Page 134 Removing cases with touring cases Turn the key 1 to position Turn the key 1 to position OPEN. OPEN. Pull the grey release leaver 2 Press catches 2 of the case Turn the key 1 to position RE- (OPEN) all the way up and sim- lid into retainers 3.
  • Page 135 Then lift the case out of the riding with cases fitted, as stated bottom holder. on the label inside the case. Install cases Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot with touring cases find your combination of vehicle and cases on the label.

  • Page 136: Topcase

    gap between the top and bottom Maximum permissible holders. speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle WARNING max 180 km/h Case installation not in com- pliance with correct proced- Payload per case ure. Impairment of road safety. Cases may not wobble and max 10 kg Screws 1 inside the case allow must be secured free from...
  • Page 137 The lid of the topcase opens. the vehicle key is not left in the topcase. Closing topcase with topcase Turn key 1 in the topcase lock to the OPEN position. Push release lever 1 down until it engages. Pull release lever 1 all the way Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and Close the lid of the topcase...
  • Page 138 4 are securely stated on the label inside the seated in the corresponding topcase. Pull handle 1 up as far as it will keepers 5. Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot...
  • Page 139 find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows: Maximum permissible speed for riding with top- case fitted to the vehicle max 180 km/h Payload of topcase max 5 kg...

  • Page 141: Care

    Care Care products ..... 140 Washing the vehicle ....140 Cleaning easily damaged compon- ents .

  • Page 142: Care Products

    Care products WARNING BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends Wet brake discs and brake that you use BMW insect re- that you use the cleaning pads after vehicle wash, after and care products you can mover to soften and wash off...

  • Page 143: Cleaning Easily Damaged Compon

    ATTENTION Chrome parts Use of unsuitable cleaning Application of silicone sprays agents. Use plenty of water and BMW to rubber seals. Damage to plastic surfaces. shampoo to clean chrome, par- Damage to the rubber seals. Do not use cleaning agents...

  • Page 144: Laying Up The Motorcycle

    Remove the protective wax BMW Motorrad BMW vehicle able lubricant. coating. polish or BMW paint cleaner for Coat bright metal and chrome- Clean the motorcycle. this purpose. plated parts with an acid-free Marks on the paintwork are par- Installing battery ( 123).

  • Page 145: Technical Data

    Technical data Troubleshooting chart ... . . 144 Weights ......156 Threaded fasteners .

  • Page 146: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start or is difficult to start. Possible cause Rectification Side stand extended and gear engaged Select neutral or retract the side stand. Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 79).

  • Page 147: Threaded Fasteners

    Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Brake caliper on telescopic fork M10 x 65 38 Nm Clamp of quick-release axle M8 x 35 Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Screw in front-wheel quick-re- lease axle M20 x 1.5 50 Nm Rear wheel Value...
  • Page 148 Mirrors Value Valid Locknut (mirror) to clamping piece M14 x 1 20 Nm Multi-wax spray Headlight Value Valid Headlight to front panel carrier M6 x 20 5 Nm...

  • Page 149: Fuel

    BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Pro oil Oil additives BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil addit- ives, because they can have a detrimental effect on clutch operation. BMW recommends...

  • Page 150: Engine

    Engine Location of engine number Crankcase, bottom right Engine design Water-cooled 2-cylinder four-stroke with four valves per cylinder, valve actuation by cam fol- lowers, two overhead camshafts and dry sump lubrication Displacement 798 cm Cylinder bore 82 mm Piston stroke 75.6 mm Compression ratio 12 : 1...

  • Page 151: Clutch

    Clutch Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath Transmission Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en- gine block Gearbox transmission ratios 1.943 (35/68 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 2.462 (13/32 teeth), 1st gear 1.750 (16/28 teeth), 2nd gear 1.381 (21/29 teeth), 3rd gear 1.174 (23/27 teeth), 4th gear 1.042 (24/25 teeth), 5th gear 0.960 (25/24 teeth), 6th gear...

  • Page 152: Rear-Wheel Drive

    Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Final drive, number of teeth (Pinion / sprocket) 19/47 Frame Frame type Aluminium composite bridge frame, engine par- tially self-supporting Type plate location Frame, front right, on steering head Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right, on steering head Running gear Front wheel...

  • Page 153: Brakes

    Brake-pad material, rear Organic material Wheels and tyres Recommended tyre sets Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply an up-to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations, or you can check the in- formation posted on the bmw-motorrad.com web- site.
  • Page 154 Front wheel Front wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17" Tyre designation, front 120/70 ZR 17 Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g Load index, front tyre min. 45 Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel Rear wheel rim size 5.5"...

  • Page 155: Electrics

    Electrics Electrical rating of on-board socket 5 A, one on-board socket Fuses Electronic fuses protect the circuits. If an elec- tronic 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. Battery Battery type AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery...

  • Page 156: Anti-Theft Alarm

    Anti-theft alarm with alarm system (DWA) Anti-theft alarm Activation time on arming 15 s Alarm duration 26 s Activation time between two alarms 12 s Battery type (for remote control) CR 2032 lithium Remote control Range of the remote control 10 m Signal frequency 25 kHz, Broadband...

  • Page 157: Dimensions

    Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2145 mm, over rear wheel Height of motorcycle 1235 mm, across mirror, without rider at unladen weight (as per DIN standard) Width of motorcycle 825 mm, without mounted parts 860 mm, with mirrors Front-seat height 790 mm, without rider at unladen weight with seat, low 770 mm, without rider at unladen weight with Comfort seat...

  • Page 158: Weights

    Weights Unladen weight 202 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 405 kg Maximum payload 203 kg Riding specifications Top speed >200 km/h with power reduction to 35 kW 170 km/h...

  • Page 159: Service

    Service BMW Motorrad Service ... . 158 BMW Motorrad Mobility services ......158 Maintenance work .

  • Page 160: Bmw Motorrad Service

    BMW Motorrad has an extensive BMW Motorrad dealer. network of dealerships in place As owner of a new BMW to look after you and your mo- motorcycle, in circumstances In order to help ensure that your torcycle in more than 100 coun-...
  • Page 161 To find out more about service km and 1200 km. go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service BMW Service The BMW Service is carried out The service-due indicator in the once a year; the extent of ser- multifunction display reminds you vicing can vary, depending on...

  • Page 163: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule BMW Running-in check Standard BMW service 162) Engine-oil change, with filter Check valve clearance Replace all spark plugs Replace air-filter element Oil change in the tele- scopic forks Change brake fluid, entire system annually or every 10,000 km (whichever...

  • Page 164: Standard Bmw Service

    Standard BMW service Check the ease of movement of the side stand. A standard BMW service con- Check the ease of movement sists of the following mainten- of the centre stand (if vehicle ance work: fitted with the "centre stand"...

  • Page 165: Ance Work

    Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
  • Page 166 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 167 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 168 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
  • Page 169 BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest at the latest at the latest or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...

  • Page 170: Confirmation Of Service

    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. Item Odometer Date reading...
  • Page 171 Item Odometer Date reading...

  • Page 173: Appendix

    Appendix Certificate for electronic immobil- iser ....... . 172 Certificate for tyre pressure monitoring (Reifendruck-Control, RDC) .

  • Page 174: Immobiliser

    FCC Approval This device complies with Any changes or modifi- Part 15 of the FCC rules. cations not expressly Ring aerial in the Operation is subject to the approved by the party ignition switch following two conditions: responsible for compliance (1) This device may not could void the user’s cause harmful inter-...
  • Page 175 Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été la FCC annulaire. approuvée expressément Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa- conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut présente dans le des règles de la FCC.

  • Page 176: Control, Rdc)

    Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils RSS standard(s).

  • Page 177: Index

    Brakes Abbreviations and symbols, 6 Battery Adjusting brake lever, 55 change, 68 Checking function, 95 Engineering details, 84 Charging battery when Safety instructions, 77 Self-diagnosis, 74 connected, 121 Technical data, 151 Warnings, 31 Charging battery when disconnected, 122 Accessories General instructions, 126 Cases Installation, 123 Operation, 128, 131...
  • Page 178 Coolant Engine Fuel Checking fill level, 100 Filler neck, 13 starting, 73 Fill-level indicator, 13 Fill-level indicator, 33 Technical data, 148 Topping up, 100 Fuel reserve, 34 Warning for engine Refuelling, 79 Warning for overtemperat- electronics, 27 ure, 26 Technical data, 147 Engine oil Fuel reserve Checking fill level, 92...
  • Page 179 Low-beam headlight, 40 Hazard warning flashers Jump-starting, 119 Parking lights, operating, 41 Control, 16 Side light, 40 Operation, 41 Luggage Keys, 38 Headlight Instructions for loading, 70 Adjusting headlight beam Lashing, 127 throw, 55 Lighting Beam throw, 54 Replacing bulb for brake light Heated handlebar grips Maintenance and rear light, 114...
  • Page 180 Multifunction display Safety instructions Control, 16 Adhesive label for rim, 102 For brake, 77 Meaning of symbols, 33 Engineering details, 87 For riding, 70 Overview, 21 Reading, 35 Seat Select display, 42 Installation, 49 Warnings, 28 Multifunction switch Lock, 11 Rear-seat cover General view, left side, 16 Installation, 49...
  • Page 181 Symbols in display Toolkit Table of tyre pressures, 14 Contents, 90 Meaning, 33 Technical data, 151 Position on the vehicle, 14 Topcase Technical data Vehicle Operation, 134 Battery, 153 Restoring to use, 142 Torques, 145 Brakes, 151 Vehicle Identification Number Transmission Position on the vehicle, 13 Clutch, 149...
  • Page 182 Weights Payload table, 11 Technical data, 156 Wheels Change of size, 102 Checking rims, 101 Install the rear wheel, 109 Installing front wheel, 104 Remove the rear wheel, 107 Removing front wheel, 103 Technical data, 151...
  • Page 184 Errors and omissions excepted. © 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written per- mission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.
  • Page 185 Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, tyre cold For further information on all aspects of your motorcycle, visit bmw­motorrad.com BMW recommends *01418565441* Order No.: 01 41 8 565 441 08.2015, 3rd edition, 01...

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