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Motorcycle data/dealership details Motorcycle data Dealership details Model Person to contact in Service department Vehicle identification number Ms/Mr Colour code Phone number Date of first registration Dealership address/phone number (com- Registration number pany stamp)
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1.9 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Tyre pressure, rear 2.1 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.3 bar, two-up and/or with lug- gage, tyre cold BMW recommends *01407706760* Order No. 01 41 7 706 761 05.2007, 2nd edition...
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We congratulate you on your choice of a motorcycle from We hope that you will enjoy rid- BMW and welcome you to the ing your BMW and that all your community of BMW riders. journeys will be pleasant and Familiarise yourself with your new safe.
This must comply with for reas- Rider's Manual describes option- ons of your safety and the safety al extras (OE) offered by BMW Item of technical data. of others, and to protect your and selected optional accessor- motorcycle against damage.
If your BMW was supplied with Because of this, your motorcycle equipment not described in may differ from the information this Rider's Manual, you will supplied in the Rider's Manual.
General view, left side Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( Power socket Adjuster for damping char- acteristic, rear suspension Coolant-level indicator...
Status indicators Telltale lights Standard warnings Multifunction display Mode of presentation Flashing turn indicators, left Flashing turn indicators, Warnings are indicated by warn- Speedometer right ing lights 1. Odometer, clock or battery Idle The possible warnings are listed voltage ( High-beam headlight on the next page.
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Warnings, overview Meaning Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( Lights up Insufficient engine oil pressure ( Lights up Coolant temperature too high (...
Lack of fuel can result in The oil pressure in the lube-oil an authorised BMW Motorrad the engine misfiring and system is too low. Stop immedi- dealer. cutting out unexpectedly. Mis-...
Mode of presentation ature warning light shows: Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. Possible cause: Insufficient cool- ing. If possible, ride in the part-load range to cool down the engine.
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Warnings, overview Meaning Flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( Lights up ABS deactivated ( Lights up ABS fault (...
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Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a ABS deactivated specialist workshop, preferably ABS warning light shows. an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The rider has switched off the ABS system. with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: Activate the ABS function...
Ignition switch and Locking handlebars Pre-ride check is performed. steering lock Keys with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: You receive one master key and Turn the key to position 1. one spare key. ABS self-diagnosis is Ignition switch and steering lock,...
Under these circumstances consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The display starts with the cur- Press and hold down button 1. rent value and each time the but- The tripmeter is reset to zero.
The procedure is also termin- ated if speed is greater than zero. Battery voltage Press and hold down button 1. When the hours reading is cor- rect wait briefly. Hours reading 3 shows. Minutes reading 4 shows. Press button 1. Press button 1.
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High-beam headlight The side lights place Headlight flasher a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary. Low-beam headlight The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when the igni- tion is switched on. The low-beam headlight Push full-beam headlight Press headlight flasher but- places a strain on the bat-...
Turn indicators Push the turn-indicator button Do not operate the kill switch forward. when riding. Operating flashing turn Flashing turn indicators The emergency off switch is a indicators switched off. kill switch for switching off the Turn indicator telltale light is engine quickly and easily.
BMW Motorrad ABS ABS warning light remains switching the ignition off and then on again. Deactivating ABS function If you switch the ignition off Switch on the ignition, or bring Activating ABS function then on again and the ABS the motorcycle to a stop.
Adjusting mirror arm Spring preload Adjustment for rear suspension It is essential to set spring pre- load of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the mo- torcycle. Increase spring preload when the motorcycle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload Your motorcycle's hand- accordingly when the motorcycle ling will suffer if you do not...
Damping Allow the silencer to cool. Adjust spring preload by turn- Adjustment for rear ing knob 1. suspension If you want to increase spring Damping must be adapted to suit preload, turn the knob toward spring preload and the surface on HARD.
Have the headlight set accord- Checking tyre pressure 2 bar (two-up and/or with ingly by a specialist workshop, Make sure the ground is level luggage, tyre cold) preferably an authorised BMW and firm and place the motor- Motorrad dealer. cycle on its stand.
Consult a specialist work- cialist workshop, preferably an shop, preferably an au- authorised BMW Motorrad deal- thorised BMW Motorrad deal- er, if you are unsure whether the headlight basic setting is Seat correct.
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Pull the seat to the rear to re- move. Place the seat, upholstered side down, on a clean surface. Installing seat If too much pressure is ap- plied in the forward direc- tion, there is a danger that the motorcycle will be pushed off its stand.
Do not exceed the permissible fatal consequences. year. Your authorised BMW Mo- gross weight and be sure to Do not inhale exhaust fumes. torrad dealer will be glad to ad-...
Tampering with the Catalytic converter Risk of fire control unit of the If misfiring causes unburned fuel Temperatures at the exhaust are electronic engine- to enter the catalytic converter, high. there is a danger of overheating management system Flammable materials (e.g. and damage.
Checklist Starting Starting engine. Side stand Use the following checklist to check important functions, set- You cannot start the motorcycle tings and wear limits before you with the side stand extended and ride off. a gear engaged. The engine will Brakes switch itself off if you start it with Brake-fluid levels, front and rear...
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OE BMW Motorrad ABS: The engine starts. Consult the troubleshooting Switch on the ignition. chart below if the engine re- Pre-ride check is performed. fuses to start. ( ABS self-diagnosis is Pre-ride check performed. ( The instrument cluster runs a...
Some malfunctions cannot an authorised BMW Motorrad ABS warning light flashes. be indicated if one of the dealer. warning lights fails to show. Make sure that all the warning...
Brakes Keep to the specified engine km. You can compensate for speeds for running in. this initial reduction in braking How can stopping efficiency by exerting greater During the running-in phase, distance be minimised? pressure on the levers. do not exceed the speed limits Each time the brakes are applied, New brake pads can ex- specified for the various gears.
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Wet brakes the rider's full force applied to Oil or grease on brakes the brake levers; under these cir- After the motorcycle has Oil and grease on the brake cumstances the dynamic shift been washed, ridden discs and pads considerably in load distribution cannot keep through water or ridden in diminish braking efficiency.
pads more frequently and replace motorcycle with the side stand On a gradient, the motor- the brake pads in good time. extended. cycle should always face uphill; select 1st gear. Slowly lean the motorcycle to Parking your the side until its weight is taken Lock the steering lock.
Refuelling Make sure the ground is level Recommended fuel and firm and place the motor- grade Fuel is highly flammable. A cycle on its stand. naked flame close to the 95 ROZ/RON (Super un- fuel tank can cause a fire or ex- leaded) plosion.
At this instant the BMW Severe braking can cause start to lock and the motorcycle Motorrad ABS must assume an the rear wheel to lift off the loses its directional stability;...
The system is not op- of maintenance. Rear wheel rotating with the timised for special requirements In order to ensure that the BMW motorcycle held stationary by that apply under extreme com- Motorrad ABS is always main- applying the front brake (burn-...
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BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to counteract their effects.
Tests conducted by for your motorcycle that are ap- these instances cannot make proved by BMW for this purpose. provision for all operating con- Genuine BMW parts and ac- ditions experienced by BMW mo-...
Cable routing Set spring preload, damping Note the maximum permissible characteristic and tyre pres- payload of the rear softbag and The cables from the power sock- sures to suit total weight. the speed limit for riding with a et to the auxiliary device must be rear softbag on the motorcycle.
DVD/CD-ROM (RepROM) for 2 Open-ended spanner, w/f 7 4 mm Allen key your motorcycle, which is avail- 8/10 Removing and installing body able from your authorised BMW Adjusting chain tension panels Motorrad dealer. 3 Open-ended spanner, w/f 8 6 mm Allen key...
Replacing turn indicator bulbs Removing and installing wheels On-board toolkit service 4 Electric torch LED bulb Your authorised BMW Motor- 5 3x socket rad dealer can provide the on- Adjusting chain tension board toolkit service kit that you will need if you are considering 6 Adapter undertaking more extensive work.
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Checking the oil level with the Turn the oil dipstick clockwise engine cold or after no more than to install. a short ride will lead to misinter- Remove the oil dipstick and pretation; this in turn, means that check the oil level. the engine will be operated with the incorrect quantity of oil.
Dependability of the brake Have the oil level corrected by system a specialist workshop, prefer- A fully functional brake system is ably an authorised BMW Mo- a basic requirement for the road torrad dealer. safety of your motorcycle. Topping up engine oil...
Have the brakes checked by a brake-pad thickness can cause specialist workshop, preferably Brake disc thickness, a reduction in braking efficiency an authorised BMW Motorrad front and under certain circumstances dealer. they can cause damage to the min 1 mm (Friction pad only, Brake pads brake system.
BMW ility of the brake system, do not If the wear indicating marks are Motorrad dealer. permit the brake pads to wear no longer visible: past the minimum permissible Have the brake pads replaced Checking brake pad brake-pad thickness.
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Check the brake-fluid level at Have the defect rectified as in the reservoir to sink. regular intervals. quickly as possible by a spe- cialist workshop, preferably Check the brake fluid level in an authorised BMW Motorrad rear reservoir 1. dealer.
Wear of the brake pads cialist workshop, preferably causes the brake fluid level an authorised BMW Motorrad in the reservoir to sink. dealer. Coolant Checking coolant level Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motor- cycle upright.
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Remove screw 1. Open cap of the expansion Seat the side panel in tank for coolant 1. mounts 3. Top up the coolant to the spe- cified level. Close the cap of the expansion tank for coolant. Remove screws 2. Install screws 2.
Clutch Adjusting clutch-lever play Checking clutch-lever play Install screw 1. Install the seat ( Push back boot 1. Slacken locknut 2. Pull the clutch lever until resist- Set clutch-lever play to spe- ance is perceptible. cification by turning adjusting Measure clutch-lever play A. screw 3.
Use a screwdriver to push the specialist workshop, preferably integrated into the main chain up and down and meas- an authorised BMW Motorrad tread grooves. The tyre is worn ure difference A. dealer. out when the tyre tread has worn Chain deflection down to the level of the marks.
If the chain can be pulled back and right to adjust chain ten- far enough to expose the tips of 80 Nm sion. the sprocket teeth: Turning screws clockwise: re- Consult a specialist workshop, duces chain tension. preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Wheels with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: Recommended tyres For each size of tyre BMW Mo- torrad tests and classifies as roadworthy certain makes. BMW Motorrad cannot assess the suit- ability or provide any guarantee of road safety for other tyres.
Use a screwdriver to remove lever when the brake calipers Installing front wheel axle 5. have been removed. Do not remove the grease from Roll the front wheel clear of the the axle. forks. Install spacer sleeve 7. The front wheel must be installed right way round to rotate in the correct direction.
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BMW Motorrad dealer. Tighten axle screw 3 to the specified torque; if necessary use a screwdriver to counter- hold at the right-hand side. Nut on quick-release axle, front Install axle 5. Tighten right axle clamping...
OE BMW Motorrad ABS: Install the auxiliary stand Remove screw 3 of the speed sensor and remove the speed Seat the ABS sensor in the sensor from the holder. holder and install screw 1 of Remove screws 1 and pull cov- the ABS sensor.
Slacken locknuts 5 on left and The sprocket and the right by turning them counter- spacer sleeves on left clockwise. and right are loose fits in the wheel. Make sure that these Back off adjusting screws 6 parts are not damaged or lost on left and right by turning them removal.
Adjust the chain tension Remove the auxiliary stand. BMW Motorrad auxiliary stand Installing auxiliary stand Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- Install right adjusting plate 7. Seat the speed sensor in the cycle on its stand.
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With the lifting lever to the left, On the left-hand side, slip Bring the motorcycle to the slip the auxiliary stand into po- stud 1 half-way into mount 2. upright position, so that the sition underneath the motor- auxiliary stand is lying flat on cycle, between the side stand the ground.
Place the motorcycle on its centre stand or another auxiliary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Place the motorcycle on an auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad In order to ensure stability, the...
Fuses Removing fuse Risk of fire if an attempt is made to jumper defective fuse. Always replace defective fuses with new fuses of the correct amperage rating. Switch off the ignition. Align the two adapters 2 so If the front of the motor- that the front forks are securely Remove the seat ( cycle is raised too far the...
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(15 A) workshop, preferably an author- Check the fuse-assignment G Spare fuse (15 A or 10 A ised BMW Motorrad dealer. diagram and pull the defective for optional extra) fuse up and out of the fuse Fuse assignment H Spare fuse (7.5 A)
Bulbs Fuse assignment, ABS grease, interfere with heat radi- ation from the bulb. This leads Notes to overheating and shortens the A defective bulb places bulb's operating life. your safety at risk because Removing headlight it is easier for other users to oversee the motorcycle.
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Replacing low-beam and high-beam headlight bulb Remove the headlight ( While holding the headlight, Disengage spring clips 2 from remove three screws 1. the fastenings and swing them aside. Remove cover 2 and lift the headlight out of the housing. Pull high-beam/low-beam bulb 3 out of the headlight Remove rubber cap 1.
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Install the headlight ( Install three screws 1. Installing headlight Replacing parking-light bulb If it is not standing firmly, the motorcycle could topple in the course of the operations described below. Always make sure that the motorcycle is stable and firmly Insert bulb 3 into the headlight supported.
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Remove rubber cap 1. Press bulb 3 into fitting 4 and Press bulb 3 into socket 4 and remove by turning it counter- turn it clockwise to install. clockwise. Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Pull bulb socket 2 out of the headlight housing.
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Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motor- cycle on its stand. Position the rubber cap 1 on Pull the glass out of the reflect- the headlight housing and push or housing at the threaded- it into place. fastener side.
Under these cir- cumstances consult a specialist RY10W / 12 V / 10 W workshop, preferably an author- Bulbs for flashing turn ised BMW Motorrad dealer. indicators, rear Replacing number-plate RY10W / 12 V / 10 W light bulbs...
Bulb for number-plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 W Pull bulb holder 1 out of the Seat bulb holder 1 in the light light carrier. carrier. Jump starting The wires leading to the Insert bulb 2 into socket 3. power socket do not have a load-capacity rating adequate for jump-starting the engine.
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Touching live parts of the When jump-starting the engine, ignition system with the do not disconnect the battery engine running can cause electric from the on-board electrical shock. system. Do not touch parts of the igni- tion system when the engine is running.
attempt in order to protect the Compliance with the points be- Charging battery when starter motor and the donor low is important in order to max- connected battery. imise battery life: Charging the connected Allow both engines to idle for a Keep the surface of the battery battery directly at the bat- few minutes before disconnect-...
Removing battery Charge via the power socket (OE), with the battery connec- Remove the right side panel ted to the motorcycle's on- board electrical system. Comply with the operating in- structions of the charger. Charging battery when disconnected Charge the battery using a Disconnection in the wrong suitable charger.
Installing battery Install battery 2, negative ter- Remove screw 1. minal first. Installation in the wrong Engage retaining strap 1. sequence increases the risk Install the right side panel of short-circuits. Always proceed in the correct Set the clock ( sequence.
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Installing right side panel Install screw 1. Install the seat ( Seat the side panel in mounts 3. Install screws 2.
Black, unpainted parts BMW Motorrad recommends Warm water intensifies the If plastic parts are cleaned that you use BMW insect re- effect of salt. using unsuitable cleaning mover to soften and wash off insects and stubborn dirt on...
Treat rubber components with We recommend BMW vehicle produce scratches. water or BMW rubber-care polish or BMW paint cleaner for products. Soften stubborn dirt and this purpose. insects by covering the af- Using silicone sprays for Marks on the paintwork are par- fected areas with a wet cloth.
BMW Motorrad dealer. Com- It is time to rewax the paint- bine work for laying up/restoring work when water "puddles" on to use with a BMW service or the surface, instead of forming inspection. beads. Restoring motorcycle...
Troubleshooting chart Engine does not start at all or is difficult to start. Possible cause Remedy Kill switch activated. Kill switch in operating position (run). Side stand extended and gear engaged. Retract the side stand ( 42). Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged. Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 42).
Threaded fasteners Front wheel Value Valid Nut on quick-release axle, front M20 x 1.25 80 Nm Front-axle retainer 10 Nm Rear wheel Value Valid Nut on quick-release axle, rear M20 x 1.25 80 Nm Locknut of the final-drive chain tensioning screw 25 Nm Mirror arm Value...
BMW Motorrad recommends not using synthetic oils for the first 10,000 km. Please do not hesitate to contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you have any questions relating the choice of a suitable engine oil for your motorcycle.
Rear-wheel drive Type of final drive Chain drive Type of rear suspension Two-arm cast-aluminium swinging arm Secondary transmission ratio 2.9 (16:47 teeth) Running gear Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork Spring travel, front 240 mm, At wheel Type of rear suspension Directly pivot-mounted central spring strut with coil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock ab- sorber...
Front: Metzeler Tourance, 100/90 - 19 (57S) to press (As at: 26.03.2007) Rear: Metzeler Tourance, 130/80 - 17 (65S) 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". Front wheel Front wheel, type...
2.1 bar, one-up, tyre cold 2.3 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold Electrics Electrical rating of on-board socket with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: Fuses Plug-in "Minifuses" with ratings of 7.5 A and 15 A with OE BMW Motorrad ABS: Plug-in "Minifuses"...
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Battery Battery, manufacturer and designation ETZ 10 S Battery type AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery Battery rated voltage 12 V Battery rated capacity 10 Ah Spark plugs Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK DR8 EB Electrode gap of spark plug 0.6...0.7 mm, When new max 0.9 mm, Wear limit Lighting...
Frame Frame type Bridge-type steel frame, load-bearing drive unit and bolt-on rear frame Type plate location Front frame, right VIN location Front frame, right Dimensions Length of motorcycle 2185 mm Height of motorcycle max 1205 mm, without mirrors max 1440 mm, with mirrors Width of motorcycle 907 mm, Across mirrors Front-seat height...
Weights Unladen weight 160 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel, without optional extras Permissible gross weight 335 kg Maximum payload 175 kg Riding specifications Top speed 165 km/h...
Service BMW Motorrad service ... . 110 BMW Motorrad service quality ..110 BMW Motorrad Service Card: on- the-spot breakdown assistance ..110 BMW Motorrad service network .
BMW Motorrad is a byword by a specialist workshop, prefer- for excellent quality of service. BMW Motorrad Service ably an authorised BMW Motor- To ensure that your BMW is al- rad dealer. Card: on-the-spot ways in optimum condition, BMW Your authorised BMW Motorrad...
BMW Motorrad has an extens- ive after-sales service network in BMW Service place to look after you and your The BMW Service is carried out motorcycle in more than 100 once a year; the extent of servi- countries. In Germany alone, you...
Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Pre-delivery BMW Running-in Check Check Completed Completed Odometer reading Next service at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, Odometer reading Stamp, signature Stamp, signature...
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BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest on at the latest on at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
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BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest on at the latest on at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
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BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest on at the latest on at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
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BMW Service BMW Service BMW Service Completed Completed Completed Odometer reading Odometer reading Odometer reading Next service Next service Next service at the latest on at the latest on at the latest on or, if logged beforehand, or, if logged beforehand,...
Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installation of optional accessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work. Item Odometer Date reading...
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