BMW S1000 RR Rider's Manual

BMW Motorrad
Rider's manual
S 1000 RR
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/
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pany stamp)
Welcome to BMW your vehicle is a precondition for
generous treatment of goodwill
We congratulate you on claims.
your choice of a vehicle from If the time comes to sell your
BMW Motorrad and welcome BMW, please remember to hand
you to the community of BMW over this Rider's Manual to the
riders. Familiarise yourself with new owner. It is an important
your new vehicle so that you can part of the vehicle.
ride it safely and confidently in all
traffic situations. Suggestions and criticism
If you have questions concern-
About this Rider's Manual ing your vehicle, your authorised
Please read this Rider's Manual BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly
carefully before starting to use provide advice and assistance.
your new BMW. It contains im-
portant information on how to We hope you will enjoy riding
operate the controls and how to your BMW and that all your jour-
make the best possible use of all neys will be pleasant and safe
your BMW's technical features.
In addition, it contains informa- BMW Motorrad.
tion on maintenance and care to
help you maintain your vehicle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
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Table of Contents
3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 27 Gearshift light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
1 General instructions . . . . 5 Indicator and warning Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 76
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Tyre pressure monitoring
Abbreviations and TFT display in Pure Ride (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 78
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TFT display in view On-board computer . . . . . . . . . 79
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . 79
Currentness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 5 TFT display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Additional sources of informa- 4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 General instructions . . . . . . . . . 84
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ignition switch/steering Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Certificates and operating li- lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
cences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Emergency off switch (kill General settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Bluetooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Intelligent emergency call Intelligent emergency My vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
General view, left side . . . . . . . 19 Hazard warning lights sys- Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
General view, right side . . . . . 21 tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Display software
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 22 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 23 Dynamic Traction Control Display licence informa-
Multifunction switch, (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . 70
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 9 Engineering
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Securing motorcycle for details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 General instructions . . . . . . . 162
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 8 On the race track . . . . . 135 Antilock Brake System
Adjust the clutch lever . . . . 107 Displays for racing. . . . . . . . . 136 (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 LAPTIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Dynamic Damping Control
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Vehicle settings for ra- (DDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 cing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Dynamic Traction Control
Riding height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 RACE PRO riding (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Swinging arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
DDC calibration . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Launch Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Dynamic Brake Control . . . . 169
7 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Pit Lane Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Tyre pressure control
Safety information . . . . . . . . . 120 DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Comply with checklist . . . . . 121 Chassis and suspension Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Always before riding settings for racing . . . . . . . . . 146 Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . 173
off: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Removing and installing 10 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 175
At every third refuelling mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 General instructions . . . . . . . 176
stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Removing and installing Toolkit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 number-plate carrier . . . . . . . 151 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 177
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Switching off ABS when Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 178
Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 riding on the race track . . . 155 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Gearshift light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Deactivating intelligent Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 emergency call when rid- Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Parking your motor- ing on the race track . . . . . . 157 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Gearshift-pattern Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
reverser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
158
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 13 Technical data . . . . . . 223 BMW Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 224 Maintenance schedule . . . . 249
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Screw connections . . . . . . . . 227 Maintenance confirma-
Body panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 tions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Service confirmations . . . . . 264
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 15 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Certificate for electronic
Diagnostic connector . . . . . . 206 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 234 Certificate for tyre pressure
11 Accessories . . . . . . . . . 211 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
General instructions . . . . . . . 212 Chassis and Certificate for TFT instru-
Connector for optional ac- suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 ment cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
cessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
16 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
M Cover Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 237
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 239
12 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . 218
Riding specifications . . . . . . 242
Cleaning easily damaged
components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 14 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Care of paintwork . . . . . . . . . 220 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 244
Vehicle preservation . . . . . . . 220 BMW Motorrad Service
Laying up the motor- history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 BMW Motorrad mobility
Restoring motorcycle to services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 245
General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1
5
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Currentness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Additional sources of information . . . . 8
Certificates and operating
licences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Intelligent emergency call
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 z
Overview WARNING Medium-risk Reference to a page with
1 Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual
hazard. Non-avoidance can more detailed informa-
lead to fatal or severe injury. tion.
6 will provide you with an initial
overview of your motorcycle. DANGER High-risk haz-
Indicates the end of a
All maintenance and servicing ard. Non-avoidance leads
passage relating to spe-
work on the motorcycle is docu- to fatal or severe injury.
cific accessories or items
mented in the “Service” section. ATTENTION Special of equipment.
This record of the maintenance notes and precautionary

work you have had performed on measures. Non-compliance can Tightening torque.
your vehicle is a precondition for lead to damage to the vehicle or
generous treatment of goodwill accessory and, consequently, to
claims. voiding of the warranty. Technical data.
When the time comes to sell
NOTICE Specific instruc-
your BMW, please remember
tions on how to operate, NV National-market version.
to hand over this Rider's Manual;
control, adjust or look after items
it is an important part of the mo-
of equipment on the vehicle. OE Optional extras.
torcycle.
z Indicates the end of an The vehicles are as-
Abbreviations and item of information. sembled complete with
all the BMW Motorrad
symbols Instruction. optional extras originally
CAUTION Low-risk hazard. ordered.
Non-avoidance can lead to Result of an activity.
slight or moderate injury.
OA Optional accessories. Equipment für Normung e. V.) and comply
You can obtain
When purchasing your BMW mo-
with its specified tolerances. 1
BMW Motorrad Technical data and specifications
torcycle, you chose a model with 7
optional accessories in this rider's manual serve as
individual equipment. This rider's
through your authorised reference points. The vehicle-
manual describes optional equip-
BMW Motorrad dealer; specific data may deviate from
ment (OE) and selected optional
optional accessories these, for example as a result of
accessories (OA) provided by
have to be retrofitted to selected optional equipment,
BMW. Please make allowance
the vehicle. the national-market version or
for the fact that some equip-
country-specific measuring
EWS Electronic immobiliser. ment specifications may be de-
procedures. Detailed values
scribed that you have not selec-
can be taken from the vehicle
DWA Anti-theft alarm (Dieb- ted. Equally, country-specific de-
registration documents and
stahlwarnanlage). viations to the motorcycle shown
signs on the vehicle, or can be
are also possible.
obtained from your authorised
ABS Anti-lock brake system. If your motorcycle has equipment
BMW Motorrad Retailer or
that is not described, you will find
DDC Dynamic Damping Con- another qualified service partner
the relevant description in a sep-
trol. arate manual.
or specialist workshop. The z
specifications in the vehicle
DTC Dynamic Traction Con- documents always have priority
Technical data over the information provided in
trol.
All dimensions, weights and this rider's manual.
power outputs in the rider's
manual refer to the German
standard DIN (Deutsches Institut
Currentness Internet exchange between each other.
1 The high safety and quality level The rider's manual for your Some control units are required
vehicle, operating and installation for the vehicle to function safely
8 of BMW motorcycles is ensured
instructions for any accessories or provide assistance during rid-
by constant further development
and general information on ing, for example assistance sys-
in the areas of design, equipment
BMW Motorrad, for example tems. In addition, control units
and accessories. This may res-
relating to technology, are enable comfort or infotainment
ult in deviations between these
available at www.bmw- functions.
operating instructions and your

motorrad.com/service. Information on data that has
motorcycle. Also, mistakes can-
been stored or exchanged can
not be completely excluded by
BMW Motorrad. Please therefore Certificates and be obtained from the manufac-
operating licences turer of the vehicle, for example
understand that we do not ac-
via a separate booklet.
cept any liability for claims arising The certificates for the vehicle
from incorrect information, draw- and the official operating licences Personal reference
ings and descriptions. for any accessories are available Each vehicle is identified with a
at www.bmw-motorrad.com/ clear vehicle identification num-
Additional sources of certification.
z ber. Depending on the country,
information the vehicle identification num-
BMW Motorrad Retailer Data memory ber, the number plate and the
Your BMW Motorrad Retailer will General corresponding authorities can
be happy to answer any ques- Control units are installed in the be referenced to ascertain the
tions you may have. vehicle. Control units process vehicle owner. There are also
data that they receive, for ex- other ways to use data obtained
ample, from vehicle sensors, or from the vehicle to trace the rider
or vehicle owner, for example
that they generate themselves or
using the ConnectedDrive user To obtain this information, proof Legal requirements for the
account. of ownership or use is required. disclosure of data 1
The right to information also in- As part of its legal responsib-
Data protection rights cludes information about data 9
ilities, the manufacturer of the
In accordance with applicable that has been shared with other vehicle is obligated to make its
data protection laws, vehicle companies or entities. stored data available to the rel-
users have certain rights in re- The website of the vehicle man- evant authorities. This data is
lation to the manufacturer of the ufacturer contains the applicable provided in the required scope in
vehicle or in relation to compan- data protection information. This individual cases, for example to
ies which collect or process per- data protection information in- clarify a criminal offence.
sonal data. cludes information on the right to In the context of applicable laws,
Vehicle users have the right to have data deleted or corrected. public agencies are entitled in
obtain full information at no cost The manufacturer of the vehicle individual cases to read out data
from persons or entities storing also provides their contact details from the vehicle themselves.
personal data of the vehicle user. and those of the data protection
These entities may include: officer on their website. Operating data in the vehicle
Manufacturer of the vehicle The vehicle owner can also re- Control units process data to op-
Qualified service partners quest that a BMW Motorrad Re- erate the vehicle. z
Specialist workshops tailer or another qualified service This includes, for example:
Service providers partner or specialist workshop Status reports of the vehicle
read out the data that is stored in and its individual components,
Vehicle users have the right to the vehicle for a charge. for example wheel revolutions,
request information on what per- The vehicle data is read out us- wheel speed, deceleration
sonal data has been stored, for ing the legally prescribed socket
what purpose the data is used, for on-board diagnosis (OBD) in
and where the data comes from. the vehicle.
Environmental conditions, for Response of the vehicle in vehicle together with the vehicle
1 example temperature special riding situations, for identification number.
example engagement of the The information can be read out
10 The data is only processed in driving dynamics systems by a BMW Motorrad Retailer or
the vehicle itself and is gener- Information on incidents result- another qualified service part-
ally non-permanent. The data is ing in damage to the vehicle ner or specialist workshop. The
not stored beyond the operating legally stipulated socket for on-
period. The data is necessary for the board diagnosis (OBD) in the
Electronic components, for ex- provision of control unit functions. vehicle is used to read out the
ample control units, contain com- Furthermore, the data is used to data.
ponents for storing technical in- detect and rectify malfunctions The data is obtained, processed
formation. Information can be and to enable the vehicle manu- and used by the relevant parts of
temporarily or permanently stored facturer to optimise vehicle func- the retailer network. The data is
on the vehicle condition, com- tions. used to document the technical
ponent loads, incidents or errors. The vast majority of this data is conditions of the vehicle, to help
This information is generally used non-permanent and is only pro- with error localization, to comply
to document the condition of a cessed in the vehicle itself. Only with warranty obligations and to
z component, a module, a system a small amount of the data is improve quality.
or the surrounding area, for ex- stored in incident or fault memor- In addition, the manufacturer has
ample: ies as required by events. various product monitoring ob-
Operating conditions of system If services are accessed, for ex- ligations arising from product li-
components, for example filling ample repairs, service processes, ability legislation. To meet these
levels, tyre pressure warranty cases and quality assur- obligations, the vehicle manu-
Malfunctions and faults in im- ance measures, this technical in- facturer requires technical data
portant system components, formation can be read out of the from the vehicle. The data from
for example light and brakes the vehicle can also be used to
check warranty claims from the Depending on the individual Incorporation of mobile end
customer. equipment, this includes: devices 1
Error and incident memories in Multimedia data, such as music Depending on the equipment,
the vehicle can be reset dur- for playback mobile end devices connected to 11
ing servicing or repair work by Contacts data for use in con- the vehicle, for example smart-
a BMW Motorrad Retailer or an- nection with a communication phones, can be controlled using
other qualified service partner or system or an integrated naviga- the operating elements of the
specialist workshop. tion system vehicle.
Entered destinations The image and sound of the mo-
Data input and data transfer Data on the use of internet bile end device can then be out-
in the vehicle services. This data can be put via the multimedia system.
General stored locally in the vehicle At the same time, specific in-
Depending on the equipment, or is located on a device that formation is transferred to the
comfort and customised settings is connected to the vehicle, mobile end device. Depending
can be stored in the vehicle and for example smartphone, USB on the type of integration, this in-
can be changed or reset at any stick, MP3 player. If this data is cludes, for example, position data
time. stored in the vehicle, the data and additional general vehicle in-
This includes, for example: can be deleted at any time. formation. This enables optimal z
Chassis and suspension set- use of the selected apps, for ex-
tings This data is transferred to third ample navigation or music play-
parties only if personally reques- back.
If required, data can be entered ted within the context of using The type of additional data pro-
in the entertainment and commu- online services. This depends on cessing is determined by the
nication system of the vehicle, for the selected settings when using provider of the respective app.
example using a smartphone. the services. The scope of the possible set-
tings depends on the corres-
ponding app and the operating rider's manual, website of the ufacturer has no influence on the
1 system of the mobile end device. manufacturer. At the same time, content that is exchanged in this
information is also provided on instance. Information on the type,
12 Services the relevant data protection law. scope and purpose of the data
General Personal data may be used to capture and use of personal data
If the vehicle has a wireless con- provide online services. Data as part of the services of third
nection, this enables the ex- is exchanged using a secure parties can be ascertained from
change of data between the connection, for example with the individual provider.
vehicle and other systems. The the IT systems provided by the

wireless connection is enabled by vehicle manufacturer. Intelligent emergency
the vehicle's own transmitter and Obtaining, processing and us- call system
receiver unit or using personally ing personal data outside of the
with intelligent emergency
integrated mobile end devices, normal provision of services re-
call OE
for example smartphones. On- quires legal permission, contrac-
line functions can be used using tual agreement or consent. It is Principle
this wireless connection. These also possible to have the entire
The intelligent emergency call
include online services and apps data connection activated or de-
system enables manual or auto-
z that are provided by the vehicle activated. Statutory functions are
matic emergency calls, for ex-
manufacturer or by other pro- excluded from this.
ample in the event of an acci-
viders. Services from other providers dent.
Services of the vehicle manu- When using online services from The emergency calls are re-
facturer other providers, these services ceived by an emergency call
For online services of the vehicle are subject to the responsibil- centre that is commissioned by
manufacturer, the individual ity and the data protection and the vehicle manufacturer.
functions are described at operating conditions of the indi-
For information on operating the
suitable points, for example vidual provider. The vehicle man-
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ intelligent emergency call system
and its functions, please refer to The relevant ordinances and dir- permanently logged into the mo-
"Intelligent emergency call". ectives regulate the protection of bile phone network to enable 1
natural persons during the pro- rapid connection setup. Data is
Legal basis cessing of personal data. sent to the vehicle manufacturer 13
Processing of personal data us- The processing of personal data in the event of an emergency.
ing the intelligent emergency call by the intelligent emergency call
system is in line with the follow- system satisfies the European Improving quality
ing regulations: directives for the protection of The data that is transferred in
Protection of personal data: personal data. an emergency is also used by
Directive 95/46/EC of the The intelligent emergency call the manufacturer of the vehicle
European Parliament and of the system processes personal data to improve product and service
Council. only with the agreement of the quality.
vehicle owner.
Protection of personal data: The intelligent emergency call Location determination
Directive 2002/58/EC of the system and other services with The position of the vehicle can
European Parliament and of the additional benefits may only pro- be determined exclusively by
Council. cess personal data with the ex- the mobile phone network pro-
The legal basis for the activa- press permission of the person vider based on the mobile phone z
affected by the data processing, site locations. The provider can-
tion and function of the intelli-
for example the vehicle owner. not link the vehicle identifica-
gent emergency call system is
tion number and phone number
the concluded ConnectedRide
SIM card of the installed SIM card. Only
contract for this function, as well
The intelligent emergency call the manufacturer of the vehicle
as the corresponding laws, or-
system is operated by mobile ra- can link the vehicle identification
dinances and directives of the
dio using the SIM card installed number and phone number of
European Parliament and of the
in the vehicle. The SIM card is the installed SIM cards.
European Council. https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/
Log data of emergency calls Sent information enable rapid contact with those
1 The log data of emergency calls When making an emergency call involved in the accident if re-
is stored in a memory of the using the intelligent emergency quired.
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vehicle. The oldest log data is call system, the system forwards
regularly deleted. The log data the same information to the des- Data storage
includes, for example, information ignated emergency call centre as The data for an activated
on when and where an emer- is forwarded to the public emer- emergency call is stored in
gency call was made. In excep- gency operations centre by the the vehicle. The data contains
tional cases, the log data can be statutory emergency call system information on the emergency
read out of the vehicle memory. eCall. call, for example the location and
As a rule, log data is only read In addition, the intelligent emer- time of the emergency call.
out following a court order, and gency call system sends the fol- The voice recordings of the
this is only possible if the corres- lowing additional information to emergency call are stored at the
ponding devices are connected an emergency call centre com- emergency call centre.
directly to the vehicle. missioned by the vehicle man- The voice recordings of the cus-
ufacturer and, if required, to the tomer are stored for 24 hours in
Automatic emergency call emergency services: case details of the emergency
z The system is designed so that, Accident data, for example the call need to be analysed. After
following a sufficiently serious direction of impact detected this, the voice recordings are
accident, which is detected by by the vehicle sensors, to as- deleted. The voice recordings
sensors in the vehicle, an emer- sist the emergency services of the employee of the emer-
gency call is automatically activ- response. gency call centre are stored for
ated. Contact details, for example the 24 hours for quality assurance
phone number of the installed purposes.
SIM card and the phone num-
ber of the rider, if available, to
Information on personal data
The data that is processed as 1
part of the intelligent emergency
15
call is processed exclusively to
carry out the emergency call. As
part of its statutory obligation,
the manufacturer of the vehicle
provides information about the
data that it has processed and
any data that it still has stored.
1
16
General views
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2
17
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
General views
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2
18
General views
General view, left side 2 without Dynamic Damp- 6 Adjusting steering damper
1 without Dynamic Damp-
ing Control (DDC) OE ( 107) 2
Adjusting compression-
ing Control (DDC) OE 19
stage damping for rear
Adjust the rebound-stage
wheel ( 113).
damping for front wheel
without Dynamic Damp-
( 112).
ing Control (DDC) OE
Adjusting spring preload
General views
for front wheel ( 108).
for rear wheel ( 109).
with Dynamic Damping
Control (DDC) OE
Adjusting compression-
stage damping for front
wheel ( 111).
3 Lock for tail-hump cover
( 79)
z
Seat lock ( 80)
4 Table of tyre pressures
Payload table
Chain settings
5 without Dynamic Damp-
Adjusting rebound-stage
damping for rear wheel
( 113).
2
20
General views
General view, right side
1 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear 2
( 185) 21
2 Vehicle identification num-
ber (on the steering-head
bearing)
Type plate (on the
General views
steering-head bearing)
3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front
( 184)
4 Check coolant level
( 187)
5 Engine oil level indicator
( 179) z
6 Oil filler opening ( 181)
Underneath the seat
2 1 Battery ( 202)
22 2 Rider's manual
3 Toolkit ( 176)
4 Diagnostic connector
( 206)
5 Fuses ( 205)
General views
Multifunction switch,
left 2
1 DTC Switching off ( 67) 23
2 High-beam headlight and
headlight flasher ( 65)
3 with cruise control OE
Switching on cruise control
General views
( 70).
4 Hazard warning lights sys-
tem ( 66)
5 with riding modes Pro OE
DTC Adapting ( 145).
6 Turn indicators ( 66)
7 Horn z
8 Multi-Controller
Controls ( 85)
9 MENU rocker switch
( 85)
Multifunction switch,
2 right
24 1 with heated grips OE
Heated handlebar grips
( 78).
2 Riding mode ( 68)
3 Emergency off switch (kill
General views
switch) ( 61)
4 Starter button
Starting the engine
( 122).
Race start with Launch
Control ( 142)
z 5 SOS button
Intelligent emergency call
( 62)
Instrument panel
1 Indicator and warning lights 2
( 28) 25
2 Gearshift light ( 126)
3 TFT display ( 29)
( 31)
4 Alarm system LED
General views
with anti-theft alarm
(DWA) OE
Alarm signal ( 76)
5 Photosensor (for adapting
the brightness of the in-
strument lighting)
z
2
26
General views
Status indicators
Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . 28
3
27
TFT display in Pure Ride view . . . . . . 29
TFT display in view menu . . . . . . . . . . 31
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Status indicators
z
Indicator and warning
3 lights
28 1 Turn indicators, left
Operating the turn indicat-
ors ( 66).
2 High-beam ( 65)
3 General warning light
Status indicators
( 32)
4 Turn indicators, right
5 - with export to EU mar-
kets NV
Malfunction indicator lamp
6 DTC ( 52)
7 ABS ( 155)
z
TFT display in
Pure Ride view 3
1 Hill Start Control ( 55) 29
2 Engine speed display
( 91)
3 Speedometer
4 Driver info. status line
Status indicators
( 89)
( 70).
6 RACE PRO riding mode
with riding modes Pro OE
Configuration for the race
track ( 141) z
7 Switching Speed Limit Info
on or off ( 91).
8 Riding mode ( 68)
9 Recommendation to up-
shift ( 92)
10 Gear indicator; "N" indic-
ates neutral.
11 Clock ( 93)
3 12 Connection status ( 94)
13 Muting ( 92)
30
14 Operator help
15 Heating stages, handlebar
grips ( 78)
Status indicators
TFT display in view
menu 3
1 Hill Start Control ( 55) 31
2 Speedometer
( 70).
Status indicators
4 Switching Speed Limit Info
on or off ( 91).
5 RACE PRO riding mode
track ( 141) z
6 Riding mode ( 68)
7 Driver info. status line
( 89)
8 Recommendation to up-
shift ( 92)
9 Gear indicator; "N" indic-
ates neutral.
10 Clock
11 Connection status
12 Muting ( 92) Warnings
3 13 Operator help
Mode of presentation
14 Heating stages, handlebar
32 Warnings are indicated by the
grips ( 78)
15 Menu section corresponding warning lights.
Warnings are shown by the gen-
eral warning light in connec-
tion with a dialogue in the TFT
Status indicators
display. The 'general' warning

light is yellow or red, depending
on the urgency of the warning. Check Control display
The messages shown in the
The general warning light is display vary. Different colours
displayed according to the and symbols are used depending
most urgent warning. on priority:
The possible warnings are listed Green CHECK OK 1: no mes-
z on the following pages. sage, optimum values.
White circle with small "i" 2:
information.
Yellow warning triangle 3:
warning message, value not
optimum.
Red warning triangle 3: warn-
ing message, value critical
White: (---) valid value not
available. Instead of the value, 3
dashes 5 are displayed.
33
NOTICE
The assessment of some values
is only possible from a certain
Status indicators
journey duration or speed. If a
Values display measured value is still not being Check Control dialogue
displayed because the conditions
The symbols 4 displayed vary. Messages are output as a Check
for measurement have not been
Different colours are used de- Control dialogue 1.
met, dashes are displayed in-
pending on assessment. In- If several CC messages with
stead as a placeholder. If there
stead of numerical values 8 with the same priority are present,
are no valid measured values,
units 7, texts 6 are displayed: the messages alternate in the
there will be no assessment in z
Colour of the symbol order they occurred until these
the form of a coloured symbol.
Green: (OK) current value is are acknowledged.
optimum. If the symbol 2 is actively being
Blue: (Cold!) current tempera- displayed, it can be acknow-
ture is too low. ledged by holding the Multi-
Yellow: (Low! / High!) current Controller to the left.
value is too low or too high. Check Control messages are
Red: (Hot! / High!) current dynamically attached as addi-
temperature or value is too tional tabs on the pages in the
high. menu My vehicle ( 87).
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ You can go to the message
again as long as the fault per-
3 sists.
34
Status indicators
Warnings, overview 3
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning 35
lights
General warning is displayed in yel- Vehicle voltage too low ( 42)
light shows yellow. low.
Status indicators
Vehicle voltage
low.
General warning is displayed in red. Vehicle voltage critical ( 42)
light shows red.
Vehicle voltage
critical!
General warning The faulty light Light source faulty ( 43)
light shows yellow. source is displayed.
z
Alarm system Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 43)
battery weak.
General warning Alarm system Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 44)

light shows yellow. battery empty.
General warning Coolant temper- Coolant temperature too high ( 44)

light shows red. ature too high!
Indicator and warning Display text Meaning
3 lights
36 The malfunction Engine! Emissions warning ( 45)
indicator lamp lights
up.
General warning No communica- Engine control failed ( 45)
light shows yellow. tion with en-
Status indicators
gine control.
General warning Fault in the en- Engine in emergency-operation mode
light shows yellow. gine control. ( 45)
General warning Serious fault Serious fault in the engine control

light flashes yellow. in the engine ( 46)
control!
z General warning is displayed in yel- Tyre pressure in limit range of the per-
light shows yellow. low. mitted tolerance ( 47)
Tyre pressure
is not at set-
point.
General warning is displayed in red. Tyre pressure outside the permitted tol-
light flashes red. erance ( 48)
lights 3
Tyre pressure Tyre pressure outside the permitted tol- 37
is not at set- erance ( 48)
point.
Tyre press.
control. Loss
Status indicators
of pressure.
"---" Transmission fault ( 49)
General warning "---" Sensor faulty or system fault ( 49)

light shows yellow.
General warning RDC sensor bat- Battery for tyre pressure sensor weak
light shows yellow. tery weak. ( 50) z
General warning Drop sensor Drop sensor defective ( 50)
light shows yellow. faulty.
Engine start Motorcycle dropped ( 50)

not possible.
Intell. emerg. Emergency call function restricted

call failure. ( 50)
3 lights
38 Side stand mon- Side stand monitoring is faulty ( 51)
itoring faulty.
ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed

and warning light ( 51)
Status indicators
flashes.
ABS indicator ABS deactivated ( 51)
and warning light
comes on.
ABS indicator Limited ABS ABS fault ( 51)
and warning light availability!
comes on.
z ABS indicator ABS failure! ABS failed ( 52)
and warning light
comes on.
ABS indicator ABS Pro fail- ABS Pro failed ( 52)
and warning light ure!
comes on.
DTC indicator DTC intervention ( 52)
and warning light
flashes quickly.
lights 3
DTC indicator DTC self-diagnosis not completed 39
and warning light ( 52)
flashes slowly.
DTC indicator Off! DTC switched off ( 53)
and warning light
Status indicators
comes on.
Traction con-
trol deactiv-
ated.
DTC indicator Traction con- DTC fault ( 53)
and warning light trol failure!
comes on.
DTC indicator Traction con- DTC restricted ( 53)
z
and warning light trol limited!
comes on.
General warning Spring strut DDC fault ( 54)
light shows yellow. adjustment
faulty!
Fuel reserve Fuel down to reserve ( 54)
reached. Go to a
filling station soon
3 lights
40 Green holding sym- Hill Start Control active ( 55)
bol is displayed.
Yellow holding Hill Start Control automatically deactiv-

symbol flashes. ated ( 55)
Status indicators
Crossed-out hold- Hill Start Control cannot be activated

ing symbol is dis- ( 55)
played.
The gear indicator Gear not trained ( 55)
flashes.
Turn signal indic- Hazard warning lights system is switched

z ator light flashes on ( 56)
green.
Turn signal indic-
ator light flashes
green.
Gearshift light lights Launch Control Launch Control not ready ( 56)
up or flashes. not av. Clutch
too hot. is dis-
played.
lights 3
is displayed in Service due ( 57) 41
white.
Service due!
General warning is displayed in yel- Service-due date has passed ( 57)
Status indicators
light shows yellow. low.
Service over-
due!
Vehicle voltage too low the terminals are swapped (e.g.
3 General warning light shows when using a starting aid). WARNING
42 yellow. Possible cause: Failure of the vehicle sys-

The alternator or alternator drive tems
is displayed in yellow.
is faulty, battery is faulty or the Risk of accident
fuse for the alternator regulator Do not continue your journey.
Vehicle voltage low. has blown. The battery will not be charged.
Status indicators
Switch off unneces- Have the fault rectified as By continuing to drive on, the
sary consumers. quickly as possible by a vehicle electronics discharge the
specialist workshop, preferably battery.
WARNING an authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer. NOTICE
Failure of the vehicle sys-
tems Vehicle voltage critical The fuse for the alternator reg-
Risk of accident ulator can blow if the 12 V bat-
General warning light shows
z Do not continue your journey. red. tery is installed incorrectly or if
The battery will not be charged. the terminals are swapped (e.g.
is displayed in red. when using a starting aid).
By continuing to drive on, the
vehicle electronics discharge the Possible cause:
battery. Vehicle voltage crit- The alternator or alternator drive
ical! Consumers have is faulty, battery is faulty or the
NOTICE been switched off. Check fuse for the alternator regulator
The fuse for the alternator reg- battery condition. has blown.
ulator can blow if the 12 V bat- Have the fault rectified as
tery is installed incorrectly or if quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably Brake light faulty! Possible cause:
an authorised BMW Motorrad One or more light sources are 3
Retailer. faulty.
Rear left turn in- 43
dicator faulty! or Identify the faulty light source
Light source faulty through a visual inspection.
Rear right turn indicator
General warning light shows Have LED light sources com-
faulty!
yellow. pletely replaced; consult a spe-
Number plate light cialist workshop, preferably an
Status indicators
The faulty light source is faulty!
displayed: authorised BMW Motorrad Re-
Have it checked by a spe- tailer.
High beam faulty! cialist workshop.
Possible cause:
Plug connection disconnected.
Front left turn in- WARNING Identify disconnected plug con-
dicator faulty! or
nection.
Front right turn indicator Vehicle overlooked in traffic
Connect disconnected plug z
faulty! due to failure of the lights on
connection.
Low-beam headlight the vehicle
faulty! Safety risk Anti-theft alarm battery
Always replace a faulty bulb at weak
Front side light the earliest possible opportun-
faulty! with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
ity. Consult a specialist work-
Tail light faulty! shop, preferably an authorised Alarm system
BMW Motorrad Retailer. battery weak. No
restrictions. Make
an appointment at a General warning light shows Coolant temperature too
3 specialist workshop. yellow. high
44 Alarm system battery General warning light shows
NOTICE
empty. No independent red.
This error message shows briefly alarm. Make an appoint- Coolant temperature
only after the Pre-Ride-Check ment at a specialist work- too high! Check
completes. shop. coolant level. Continue
Status indicators
Possible cause: under part. load to cool

NOTICE down.
The integral battery in the anti-
theft alarm has lost a significant This error message shows briefly
proportion of its original capacity. only after the Pre-Ride-Check ATTENTION
There is no assurance of how completes. Riding with overheated en-
long the anti-theft alarm can re-
Possible cause: gine
main operational if the vehicle's
The integral battery in the anti- Engine damage
z battery is disconnected.
theft alarm has lost its entire ori- Compliance with the
Seek the advice of a specialist
ginal capacity. There is no as- information set out below is
workshop, preferably an author-
surance that the anti-theft alarm essential.
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
will be operational if the vehicle's Possible cause:
Anti-theft alarm battery battery is disconnected.
The coolant level is too low.
flat Seek the advice of a specialist
Check coolant level ( 187).
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE If the coolant level is too low:
Allow the engine to cool down.
Top up coolant ( 188).
Have the cooling system Possible cause: Engine in emergency-
checked by a specialist The engine control unit has dia- operation mode 3
workshop, preferably by a gnosed a fault which affects the General warning light shows
BMW Motorrad partner. 45
pollutant emissions. yellow.
Have the fault rectified by a
Possible cause: Fault in the engine
specialist workshop, preferably
The coolant temperature is too an authorised BMW Motorrad control. Riding at
high. Retailer. mod. speed pos. Ride care-
Status indicators
If possible, ride in the part-load You can continue riding; pollut- fully to next specialist
range to cool down the engine. ant emissions are higher than workshop.
If the coolant temperature the threshold values.
is frequently too high, have WARNING
the fault rectified as soon Engine control failed
as possible by a specialist Unusual ride characterist-
General warning light shows ics when engine running in
workshop, preferably an yellow.
authorised BMW Motorrad emergency-operation mode
Retailer. No communication with Risk of accident z
engine control. Mul- Avoid accelerating sharply and
Emissions warning tiple sys. affected. Ride overtaking.
The malfunction indicator carefully to the next spe- Possible cause:
lamp lights up. cialist workshop.
The engine control unit has dia-
Engine! Have gnosed a fault. In exceptional
it checked by a cases, the engine stops and re-
specialist workshop. fuses to start. Otherwise, the en-
gine runs in emergency operating
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ mode.
You can continue to ride, but Risk of accident Tyre pressure
3 bear in mind that the usual en- Ride slowly, avoid accelerating with tyre pressure control
gine power or the full range of sharply and overtaking. (RDC) OE
46 engine rpm might not be avail- If possible, have the vehicle
able. picked up and have the fault In addition to the MY VEHICLE
Have the fault rectified as rectified by a specialist work- menu screen and the Check
quickly as possible by a shop, preferably an authorised Control messages, there is also
specialist workshop, preferably BMW Motorrad Retailer. the TYRE PRESSURE screen for
Status indicators
an authorised BMW Motorrad the display of the tyre inflation

Possible cause:
Retailer. pressures:
The engine control unit has dia-
Serious fault in the engine gnosed a fault which may cause
control severe secondary faults. The en-
gine is in emergency-operation
General warning light
mode.
flashes yellow.
It is possible to continue to ride
z Serious fault in but not recommended.
the engine control! Avoid high load and rpm
Riding at mod. speed pos. ranges if possible.
Damage possible. Have Have the fault rectified as
checked by workshop. quickly as possible by a
The left values refer to the front
wheel, the right values to the rear
WARNING an authorised BMW Motorrad
wheel.
Retailer.
Engine damage when run- The pressure difference is dis-
ning in emergency-operation played via the actual and target
mode https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ tyre pressure.
Only dashes are displayed im- If the tyre symbol is ad- Tyre pressure in limit
mediately after the ignition is ditionally displayed in yel- range of the permitted 3
switched on. The transmission low or red, this is a warning. The tolerance
of the tyre pressure values be- pressure difference is highlighted 47
with tyre pressure control
gins only after the first time the with an exclamation point in the
(RDC) OE
following minimum speed has same colour.
been exceeded: General warning light shows
If the value in question is yellow.
Status indicators
RDC sensor is not active
close to the limit of the
is displayed in yellow.
permissible tolerance range, the
min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor 'General' warning light also lights
does not send its signal to the up in yellow. Tyre pressure is not
vehicle until the vehicle has at setpoint. Check
exceeded a minimum speed.) If the tyre pressure re- tyre pressure.
gistered by the sensor is Possible cause:
The tyre pressures outside the permissible tolerance z
are shown in the TFT Measured tyre pressure is close
range , the 'General' warning light to the limit of permitted toler-
display as temperature flashes red.
compensated and always ance.
refer to the following tyre air Correct tyre pressure.
temperature: For further information about the Before adjusting the tyre pres-
BMW Motorrad RDC, see the sure, observe the information
20 °C section entitled "Engineering de- on temperature compensation
tails" from page ( 170) on- and pressure adaptation in the
wards. section entitled "Engineering
details":
Temperature compensation Tyre press. control. Before adjusting the tyre pres-
3 ( 171) Loss of pressure. sure, observe the information
Pressure adaptation ( 171) Stop immediately! Check on temperature compensation
48 tyre pressure. and pressure adaptation in the
Find the correct tyre pressures
in the following places: section entitled "Engineering
On the back cover of the WARNING details":
rider's manual Temperature compensation
Tyre pressure outside the ( 171)
Instrument cluster in the TYRE
Status indicators
permitted tolerance. Pressure adaptation ( 171)

PRESSURE view
Risk of accident, degradation of Find the correct tyre pressures
Sign under the seat
the vehicle's driving characterist- in the following places:
Tyre pressure outside the ics.
On the back cover of the
permitted tolerance Adapt your style of riding rider's manual
accordingly.
with tyre pressure control Instrument cluster in the TYRE
(RDC) OE Possible cause: PRESSURE view
z Measured tyre pressure is out- Sign under the seat
General warning light side permitted tolerance. Have the tyre checked for
flashes red. Check the tyre for damage damage by a specialist
is displayed in red. and to ascertain whether the workshop, preferably an
vehicle can be ridden with the authorised BMW Motorrad
tyre in its present condition. Retailer.
Tyre pressure is not If the vehicle can be ridden with If you are unsure whether the
at setpoint. Stop the tyre in its present condition: vehicle can be ridden with the
immediately! Check tyre Correct the tyre pressure at the tyre in its present condition:
pressure. earliest possible opportunity. Do not continue your journey.
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ Notify the breakdown service.
Transmission fault an authorised BMW Motorrad Sensor faulty or system
with tyre pressure control Retailer. fault 3
(RDC) OE Possible cause: with tyre pressure control 49
(RDC) OE
"---" The radio link to the RDC
sensors is faulty. Radio systems General warning light shows
are located in the surrounding yellow.
Possible cause: area which are interfering with
Status indicators
The vehicle has not reached the the transmission between "---"
minimum speed ( 170). the RDC control unit and the
RDC sensor is not active sensors. Possible cause:
Observe the RDC displays in
Wheels not equipped with RDC
other surrounding areas.
sensors have been fitted.
min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor A permanent fault is
Fit wheels and tyres equipped
does not send its signal to the present only when the
with RDC sensors.
vehicle until the vehicle has general warning light also lights
up.
z
exceeded a minimum speed.) Possible cause:
Observe the RDC display at Under these circumstances: One or two RDC sensors have
higher speeds. Have the fault rectified by a failed or there is a system fault.
A permanent fault is specialist workshop, preferably Have the fault rectified by a
present only when the an authorised BMW Motorrad specialist workshop, preferably
general warning light also lights Retailer. an authorised BMW Motorrad
up. Retailer.
Under these circumstances:
Have the fault rectified by a
Battery for tyre pressure Seek the advice of a specialist Possible cause:
3 sensor weak workshop, preferably an author- The drop sensor has detected a
with tyre pressure control ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. drop and has cut out the engine.
50
(RDC) OE Bring the motorcycle to the
Drop sensor defective upright position.
General warning light shows General warning light shows Switch the ignition off and
yellow. yellow. then on again or switch the kill
switch on and then off again.
Status indicators
RDC sensor battery Drop sensor faulty.

weak. Function lim- Have it checked by a
Emergency call function
ited. Have it checked by a specialist workshop.
restricted
specialist workshop. Possible cause:
with intelligent emergency
The drop sensor is not available. call OE
NOTICE Seek the advice of a specialist
This error message shows briefly workshop, preferably an author- Intell. emerg. call
z only after the Pre-Ride-Check ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. failure.
completes. Possible cause:
Motorcycle dropped
Possible cause: Engine start not pos- The emergency call cannot be
The tyre pressure sensor battery sible. Straighten cannot be made automatically or
no longer provides its full capa- up motorbike. Switch ig- via BMW.
city. The tyre pressure monitor- nition off/on. Start en- Observe the information on
ing function will be available for a gine. operating the intelligent emer-
limit time only. gency call from page ( 62)
onwards.
Seek the advice of a specialist ABS self-diagnosis not Possible cause:
workshop, preferably an author- completed The rider has switched off the 3
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. ABS indicator and warning ABS system.
51
light flashes. Activating the ABS function
Possible cause:
( 156).
Plug connection disconnected. Possible cause:
Connect disconnected plug ABS fault
connection. ( 157) ABS self-diagnosis not
ABS indicator and warning
Status indicators
completed
light comes on.
Side stand monitoring is
faulty The ABS function is not avail- Limited ABS availab-
able because self-diagnosis ility! Riding at mod.
Side stand monitor- did not complete. (The motor-
ing faulty. Onward speed pos. Ride carefully
cycle has to reach a defined to next specialist work-
journey possible. Engine minimum speed for the wheel
stop. when stationary! shop.
sensors to be checked: min
Have checked by workshop. 5 km/h) Possible cause: z
Possible cause: Pull away slowly. Bear in mind The ABS control unit has
The side-stand switch or its wir- that the ABS function is not detected a fault. The partially
ing are damaged. available until self-diagnosis has integral function and the
Seek the advice of a specialist completed. Dynamic Brake Control function
workshop, preferably an author- have failed. The ABS function
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. ABS deactivated has limited availability.
ABS indicator and warning You can continue to ride. Take
light comes on. note of the more detailed in-
formation on certain situations
that can lead to an ABS fault Have the fault rectified as Have the fault rectified as
3 message ( 163). quickly as possible by a quickly as possible by a
Have the fault rectified as specialist workshop, preferably specialist workshop, preferably
52 quickly as possible by a an authorised BMW Motorrad an authorised BMW Motorrad
specialist workshop, preferably Retailer. Retailer.
an authorised BMW Motorrad
Retailer. ABS Pro failed DTC intervention
ABS indicator and warning DTC indicator and warning
Status indicators
ABS failed light comes on. light flashes quickly.

ABS indicator and warning The DTC has detected impend-
ABS Pro failure!
light comes on. ing instability at the rear wheel
Riding at mod. speed
and reduces the torque. The in-
ABS failure! Riding pos. Ride carefully to
dicator and warning light flashes
at mod. speed pos. next specialist workshop.
longer than the DTC intervention
Ride carefully to next Possible cause: lasts. This affords the rider visual
specialist workshop.
The ABS Pro control unit has feedback on control intervention
z Possible cause: detected a fault. The ABS Pro even after the critical situation
The ABS control unit has detec- function is not available. The has been dealt with.
ted a fault. The ABS function is ABS function is still available.
not available. ABS provides support only for DTC self-diagnosis not
You can continue to ride. Take braking in straight-ahead driving. completed
note of the more detailed in- You can continue to ride. Take DTC indicator and warning
formation on certain situations note of the more detailed in- light flashes slowly.
that can lead to an ABS fault formation on certain situations
message ( 163). that can lead to an ABS Pro
fault message ( 163).
Possible cause: Traction control de- Do not transport any objects
DTC self-diagnosis not
activated. underneath the driver or pas- 3
senger seat.
completed Possible cause: 53
Secure the toolkit.
The rider has switched off the
The DTC function is not avail- DTC system. Do not damage the angular
able, because self-diagnosis Switch on DTC ( 68). rate sensor.
did not complete. (The motor- Bear in mind that the DTC
Status indicators
cycle has to reach a defined DTC fault function is not available or the
minimum speed with the en- DTC indicator and warning functionality is subject to cer-
gine running for the wheel light comes on. tain restrictions.
sensors to be checked: min You can continue to ride. Take
5 km/h) Traction control note of the more detailed in-
Pull away slowly. Bear in mind failure! Riding formation on situations that can
that the DTC function is not at mod. speed pos. lead to a DTC fault ( 166).
available until self-diagnosis has Ride carefully to next Have the fault rectified as
completed. specialist workshop. quickly as possible by a z
Possible cause: specialist workshop, preferably
DTC switched off The DTC control unit has detec- an authorised BMW Motorrad
DTC indicator and warning ted a fault. Retailer.
light comes on.
ATTENTION DTC restricted
Off! DTC indicator and warning
Damaged components light comes on.
Damage to sensors, for example,
which causes malfunctions
Traction control lim- formation on situations that can an authorised BMW Motorrad
3 ited! Riding at mod. lead to a DTC fault ( 166). Retailer.
speed pos. Ride carefully Have the fault rectified as In this condition, the
54 to next specialist work- quickly as possible by a motorcycle may have too much
shop. specialist workshop, preferably damping and is uncomfortable
Possible cause: an authorised BMW Motorrad to drive, especially on roads in
Retailer. poor condition.
The DTC control unit has detec-
Status indicators
ted a fault. DDC fault Possible cause:

ATTENTION with Dynamic Damping Control A DDC sensor fault has been
(DDC) OE detected.
Damaged components Have the fault rectified as
Damage to sensors, for example, General warning light shows quickly as possible by a
which causes malfunctions yellow. specialist workshop, preferably
Do not transport any objects Spring strut adjust- an authorised BMW Motorrad
underneath the driver or pas- Retailer.
z ment faulty! Riding
The semi-active functionality is
senger seat. at mod. speed pos. Ride
Secure the toolkit. carefully to next special- deactivated.
Do not damage the angular ist workshop.
Fuel down to reserve
rate sensor. Possible cause: Fuel reserve reached. Go
Bear in mind that the DTC The DDC control unit has detec- to a filling station soon.
function is restricted. ted a fault.
You can continue to ride. Take Have the fault rectified as
note of the more detailed in- quickly as possible by a
Possible cause: Hill Start Control cannot
WARNING
The rider has activated Hill Start be activated 3
Irregular engine operation or Control ( 173). Crossed-out holding sym- 55
engine shutdown due to lack Switch off Hill Start Control. bol is displayed.
of fuel Operate Hill Start Control
( 73). Possible cause:
Risk of accident, damage to cata-
lytic converter Hill Start Control cannot be activ-
Hill Start Control ated.
Status indicators
Do not run the fuel tank dry.
automatically deactivated Fold in side stand.
Possible cause: Hill Start Control functions only
Yellow holding symbol
The fuel tank contains no more flashes. when the side stands are fol-
than the reserve quantity of fuel. ded in.
Possible cause: Start the engine.
Fuel reserve
Hill Start Control has been auto- Hill Start Control functions only
matically deactivated. when the engine is running.
approx. 4 l Side stand has been folded z
out. Gear not trained
Refuelling ( 130).
Hill Start Control is deactivated The gear indicator flashes.
Hill Start Control active when the side stand is folded The Pro shift assistant is
out. not available.
Green holding symbol is
displayed. Engine has been switched off. Possible cause:
Hill Start Control is deactivated
The gearbox sensor is not fully
when the engine is switched
trained.
off.
Engage neutral gear N and,
Operate Hill Start Control
with the vehicle at a standstill,
( 73).
let the engine run for at least
10 seconds to train the idle Turn signal indicator light Service-due indicator
3 gear. flashes green. If service is overdue, the
Engage all gears with clutch due date or the odometer
56 Possible cause:
actuation and ride at least 10 reading at which service was due
seconds with the engaged The driver has switched on the
is accompanied by the 'General'
gear. hazard warning lights system.
warning light showing yellow.
The gear indicator starts to Operating hazard warning flash-
ers ( 66). If the service is overdue, a yel-
flash when the gearbox sensor
Status indicators
low CC message is displayed.

has been trained successfully.
Launch Control not ready Exclamation marks also draw at-
The Gear Shift Assistant Pro
with riding modes Pro OE tention to the displays for service,
operates as described
service appointment and remain-
( 172) once the transmission Gearshift light lights up or ing distance in the MY VEHICLE
sensor has been completely flashes. and SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
taught-in. Launch Control not av. menu screens.
If the training process was Clutch too hot. is displayed.
z not successful, have the fault Possible cause: NOTICE
rectified by a specialist work-
The number of racing starts pos- If the service-due indicator ap-
shop, preferably an authorised
sible with Launch Control has pears more than a month before
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
been exceeded. the service date, the current date
Hazard warning lights Allow the clutch to cool. has to be corrected. This situ-
system is switched on Operating the Launch Control ation can occur if the battery was
( 143). disconnected.
Turn signal indicator light
flashes green.
Service due is displayed in yellow.
is displayed in white. 3
Service overdue! Have 57
Service due! Have service service performed by a
performed by a specialist specialist workshop.
workshop. Possible cause:
Possible cause: Service is overdue because of
Status indicators
Service is due because of the the driving performance or the
driving performance or the date. date.
Have your motorcycle serviced Have your motorcycle serviced
regularly by a specialist work- regularly by a specialist work-
shop, preferably by an author- shop, preferably by an author-
ised BMW Motorrad Retailer. ised BMW Motorrad Retailer.
The operational and road The operational and road
safety of the motorcycle remain safety of the motorcycle remain
intact. z
intact.
The motorcycle's value is The motorcycle's value is
maintained as best as possible. maintained as best as possible.
Service-due date has

passed
General warning light shows
yellow.
3
58
Status indicators
Operation
Ignition switch/steering lock . . . . . . . . . 60 On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
4
59
Emergency off switch (kill Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Intelligent emergency call . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Operation
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . . 66
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
z
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) . . . . 67
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Gearshift light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) . . . . 78
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Ignition switch/steering Switching on ignition
4 lock
60 Keys
You receive 2 ignition keys.
Please consult the information on
the electronic immobiliser (EWS)
if a key is lost or mislaid ( 61).
Operation
Ignition switch/steering lock, fuel

filler cap lock and seat lock are all Turn the ignition key to
operated with the same key. position 1, while moving the Turn the ignition key to posi-
z handlebars slightly. tion 1.
Lock the handlebars
Ignition, lights and all function Parking lights and all function
Turn the handlebars all the way circuits switched off.
to left. circuits switched on.
Steering lock secured. Engine can be started.
Vehicle key can be removed. Pre-Ride-Check is performed.
( 123)
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. ( 123)
DTC self-diagnosis is in pro-
gress. ( 124)
Switching off ignition started unless the key is identi- are part of an integrated security
fied as “authorised”. system, so the dealer is under an 4
obligation to check the legitimacy
NOTICE of all applications for replace- 61
A spare key attached to the ment/extra keys.

same ring as the ignition key
used to start the engine could Emergency off switch
(kill switch)
Operation
"irritate" the electronics, in which
case the enabling signal for
starting is not issued.
Turn the ignition key to posi- Always keep the spare key sep-
tion 1. arately from the ignition key. z
Light switched off.
If you lose your key, you can
Handlebars not locked.
have it barred by your author-
Vehicle key can be removed.
ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Electronic immobiliser If you wish to do this, you will
EWS need to bring all other keys for
the motorcycle with you. The 1 Emergency off switch (kill
The electronic design of the engine cannot be started by a switch)
motorcycle allows it to access barred key, but a key that has
data stored in the ignition key been barred can subsequently be
by means of a ring antenna loc- reactivated.
ated in the ignition switch/steer-
You can obtain emergency/extra
ing lock. The engine control unit
keys only through an authorised
will not permit the engine to be
BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys
Intelligent emergency must be disconnected ( 157).
4 WARNING
call
62 Operation of the kill switch with intelligent emergency Language for emergency
while riding call OE call
Risk of fall due to rear wheel
Each vehicle has a language as-
locking Emergency call via BMW
Do not operate the kill switch signed to it depending on the
Press the SOS button in an market for which it is intended.
Operation
when riding. emergency only. The BMW Call Center answers in

The emergency off switch is a Even if an emergency call using this language.
kill switch for switching off the BMW is not possible, the system
engine quickly and easily. may make an emergency call to NOTICE
z a public emergency call number.
This depends on the respective The language for the emergency
mobile phone network and the call can only be changed by the
national regulations. BMW Motorrad partner. The lan-
The emergency call is not able to guage assigned to the vehicle
be ensured because of technical differs from the display languages
reasons due to unfavourable con- that can be selected by the rider
ditions, e.g. in areas where there in the TFT display.
is no mobile phone reception.
In order to prevent the motor-
Manual emergency call
cycle automatically establishing Requirement
A Engine switched off
an emergency call connection in An emergency call has occurred.
B Normal operating position
race track sessions with medical The vehicle is at a standstill. The
(run)
supervision, the plug connection ignition is switched on.
to the intelligent emergency call
Operate the emergency-off
switch to stop the engine. 4
Remove helmet.
63
After expiry of the timer, a
voice contact to the BMW Call
Center is established.
Operation
Open cover 1. Provide information to the
Briefly press SOS button 2. emergency services using the
microphone 3 and speaker 4. z
Automatic emergency call
The intelligent emergency call
The connection was established. is active after the ignition is
switched on and reacts if a fall or
crash occurs.
Emergency call in the

event of a light fall
The time until transmission of A minor fall or a crash is detec-
an emergency call is displayed. ted.
During that time, it is possible to An acoustic signal is sounded.
cancel the emergency call.
Emergency call in the
4 event of a severe fall
64 A severe fall or a crash is de-
tected.
The emergency call is placed
automatically without delay.
Lights
Operation
Switching on low-beam
The time until transmission of The connection was established.
an emergency call is displayed.
headlight
During that time, it is possible to Switch on the ignition.
z Start the engine.
cancel the emergency call.
If possible, remove helmet and
stop engine.
A voice contact connection to
the BMW Call Center is estab-
lished.
Open cover 1.
Provide information to the
emergency services using the
microphone 3 and speaker 4. Alternatively: pull switch 1
when ignition switched on.
Side light
The side lights switch on auto- 4
matically when the ignition is 65
switched on.
NOTICE
The side lights place a strain on
Operation
the battery. Do not switch the
ignition on for longer than abso-
lutely necessary. Push switch 1 forward to Immediately after switching off
switch on the high-beam the ignition, pull switch 1 back
High-beam headlight and headlight. and hold it in that position until z
headlight flasher Pull switch 1 back to operate the headlight courtesy delay
the headlight flasher. feature comes on.
Switching on ignition ( 60).
The vehicle lighting lights for
Headlight courtesy delay one minute and is automatically
feature switched back off.
Switch off the ignition. This can be used after parking
the vehicle, for example, to light
the way to the house door.
Parking lights
Switching off ignition ( 61).
Turn indicators
4 NOTICE
Operating the turn
66 The hazard warning flashers indicators
place a strain on the battery.
Do not use the hazard warning
flashers for longer than absolutely
necessary.
Operation
Immediately after switching off

the ignition, push button 1 to
z the left and hold it in that po-
sition until the parking lights
come on.
Switch the ignition on and off
again to switch off the parking Press button 1 to the left to
lights. switch on the left turn indicator.
Press button 1 to switch on Press button 1 to the right to
Hazard warning lights the hazard warning lights sys- switch on the right turn indic-
ator.
system tem.
Ignition can be switched off. Operate button 1 in the centre
Operating hazard warning position to switch off the turn
To switch off the hazard warn-
flashers ing lights system, switch on the
indicator.
Switching on ignition ( 60). ignition if necessary and press
button 1 again.
Comfort turn indicator dicators only switch off automat-
ically once the speed-dependent 4
distance covered is reached.
67
Dynamic Traction
Control (DTC)
DTC Switching off
Operation
Switch on the ignition.
NOTICE Press and hold button 1

If button 1 has been pressed to until the DTC indicator light
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) changes its status.
the right or left, the turn indic-
can also be switched off when
z
ators are automatically switched The DTC system status ON
off under the following circum- the motorcycle is in motion. is displayed immediately after
stances: pressing the button 1.
Speed below 30 km/h: after 50
DTC indicator and warning
m distance covered.
light comes on.
Speed between 30 km/h and
100 km/h: after a speed-de-
Possible DTC system status
pendent distance covered or in
OFF! is displayed.
case of acceleration.
Release button 1 once the
Speed over 100 km/h: after
status has changed.
flashing five times.
The new DTC system
If button 1 is pressed to the right status OFF! is displayed briefly.
or left slightly longer, the turn in-
DTC indicator and warning diagnosis has not completed, it
4 light remains on. starts to flash.
An DTC fault has oc-
curred if the DTC indic-
68 Possible DTC system status ON ator and warning light shows
The DTC function is switched
is displayed. when the motorcycle accel-
off.
Release button 1 once the erates to a speed in excess
Switch on DTC status has changed. of the minimum stated below
after the ignition was switched
DTC indicator and warning
Operation
off and then on again.

light remains off or contin-
ues to flash. min 5 km/h
See the section entitled "En-
The new DTC system status ON
gineering details" for more in-
z is displayed briefly.
formation on Dynamic Traction
The DTC function is switched Control:
on. How does Dynamic Traction
You also have the option of Control work? ( 166)
Press and hold button 1 switching the ignition off and
until the DTC indicator light then on again. Riding mode
changes its status. Using the riding modes
The DTC system status OFF!
BMW Motorrad has developed
is displayed immediately after
operational scenarios for your
pressing the button 1.
motorcycle from which you can
DTC indicator and warn- select the scenario suitable for
ing light goes out; if self- your situation:
RAIN: riding on a rain-wet road- Selecting riding mode how many riding modes are avail-
way. able. 4
ROAD: riding on a dry roadway.
69
DYNAMIC: dynamic riding on a
dry roadway.
RACE: riding on race tracks
with sport tyres or slicks.
Operation
RACE PRO 1/2/3: riding on
race tracks while considering
individual settings made by the Press button 1.
rider. Repeatedly press button 1 un-
z
til the riding mode you want
The respective optimum inter-
appears on the display. The
play of engine characteristics,
following steps must be taken
ABS control and DTC control is
to change the riding mode:
provided for each of these scen-
Close the throttle twistgrip.
arios.
Release the brake levers.
with Dynamic Damping Control Deactivate the cruise control.
(DDC) OE
The chassis adjustment also ad- The riding mode currently act-
apts to the selected scenario. ive 2 is sent to the back and the
first selectable riding mode 3 is
displayed. The guide 4 displays
Cruise-control system Display when adjusting Switching on cruise
4 with cruise control OE settings (Speed Limit Info control
70 active)
Display when adjusting
settings (Speed Limit Info
not active)
Operation
z Slide switch 1 to the right.

The symbol 1 for cruise control Button 2 is enabled for opera-
is displayed in the Pure Ride view tion.
and the top status line.
The symbol 1 for cruise control
is displayed in the Pure Ride view
and the top status line.
Saving road speed Accelerating Decelerating
4
71
Operation
Briefly push button 1 forward. Briefly push button 1 forward. Briefly push button 1 back.
Adjustment range for
Speed is increased by approx. Speed is reduced by approx. z
1 km/h each time you push the 1 km/h each time you push the
cruise control
button. button.
20...210 km/h Push button 1 forward and Push button 1 back and hold it
hold it in this position. in this position.
Indicator light for cruise
The motorcycle accelerates The motorcycle decelerates
control lights up.
with infinite variability (no with infinite variability (no
steps).. steps).
The motorcycle maintains your
The current speed is main- The current speed is main-
current cruising speed and the
tained and saved if button 1 is tained and saved if button 1 is
setting is saved.
not pushed again. not pushed again.
Deactivating cruise Resuming former cruising Indicator light for cruise
4 control speed control lights up.
72 Brake, pull the clutch lever
or turn the throttle twistgrip Switching off cruise
(close the throttle by turning control
the twistgrip back past the idle
position) to deactivate cruise
control.
Operation
NOTICE
Whenever the Pro shift assist-
z ant shifts gears, cruise control Briefly push button 1 back to
is automatically disengaged for return to the speed saved be-
safety reasons. forehand.
Slide switch 1 to the left.
NOTICE NOTICE The system is deactivated.
Opening the throttle does not Button 2 is disabled.
For safety reasons, cruise control
is automatically deactivated with deactivate the cruise-control sys-
DTC interventions. tem. If you release the twistgrip
the motorcycle will decelerate
Indicator light for cruise control only to the cruising speed saved
goes out. in memory, even though you
might have intended slowing to
a lower speed.
Hill Start Control Secure the vehicle by braking Green holding symbol is
Reading
manually. displayed. 4
Hill Start Control has been ac- 73
NOTICE
tivated.
Hill Start Control is purely a com- To switch off Hill Start Control,
fort system to facilitate holding operate the brake lever 1 or
the machine and pulling way footbrake lever again.
Operation
on uphill gradients and should The holding symbol disap-
not be confused with a parking pears.
brake.
Alternatively, ride off in 1st or
2nd gear. z
The 1 symbol for the drive-
off assistant is displayed in the NOTICE
Pure Ride view and in the top
status line. When riding off, Hill Start Control
is automatically deactivated.
Operate Hill Start Control Once the brake has been
Requirement fully released, the holding
The vehicle is at a standstill. symbol disappears.
Operate the brake lever 1 or
Hill Start Control is deactivated.
ATTENTION footbrake lever strongly and
See the "Engineering details"
release again quickly.
Failure of the drive-off as- section for more information on
sistant Hill Start Control:
Risk of accident https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/
Hill Start Control function
4 ( 173) NOTICE
74 Switching Hill Start The drive-off assistant Hill Start

Control Pro is only a comfort sys-
Control on or off tem to enable easier riding off on
Switching on ignition ( 60). gradients and should not be con-
Go to the Settings, fused with an electromechanical
Vehicle settings menu. holding brake.
Operation
Switch Hill Start Control

on or off. NOTICE Operate the brake lever 1 or
footbrake lever strongly and
Operating The Hill Start Control Pro drive- release again quickly.
z Hill Start Control Pro off assistant should not be used Alternatively, apply the brake
with riding modes Pro OE on inclines of over 40 %. for about one second beyond
the vehicle reaching a standstill
ATTENTION on an incline of at least 3 %.
Green holding symbol is
Failure of the drive-off as- displayed.
sistant
Risk of accident Hill Start Control Pro is activ-
Secure the vehicle by braking ated.
manually. To switch off the
Hill Start Control Pro, operate
the brake lever 1 or footbrake
lever again.
Hill Start Control function ing the handbrake or footbrake
NOTICE ( 173) lever. 4
If Hill Start Control Pro has been If the brake is actuated for
Adjusting Hill Start approximately one second 75
deactivated using the brake lever,
automatic Hill Start Control is
Control Pro after the vehicle has come to
deactivated for the next 4 m. with riding modes Pro OE a standstill and the motorcycle
is on a gradient of at least 3%,
The holding symbol disap- Switching on ignition ( 60). Hill Start Control Pro is auto-
Operation
pears. Go to the Settings, matically activated.
Alternatively, ride off in 1st or Vehicle settings menu. The selected setting remains
2nd gear. Select HSC Pro. stored even after the ignition is
To switch off Hill Start Control switched off.
NOTICE Pro, select Off. z
Hill Start Control Pro is deactiv-
When riding off, Hill Start Control
ated.
Pro is automatically deactivated.
To switch on manual Hill Start
Once the brake has been Control Pro, select Manual.
fully released, the holding Hill Start Control Pro can be
symbol disappears. activated by forcefully operat-
ing the handbrake or footbrake
Hill Start Control Pro is deactiv- lever.
ated.
To switch on automatic Hill
See the "Engineering details" Start Control Pro, select Auto.
section for more information on
Hill Start Control Pro can be
Hill Start Control Pro:
activated by forcefully operat-
Gearshift light The following settings are avail- Activation takes approximately
4 Switching gearshift light
able: 30 seconds to complete.
Start speed Turn indicators flash twice.
76 on and off End speed Confirmation tone sounds
Brightness twice (if programmed).
Frequency. A flashing fre- Anti-theft alarm is active.
quency of 0 Hz corresponds to
steady light. Alarm signal
Operation
Changes to brightness and the A DWA alarm can be triggered

flashing frequency are demon- by:
strated by the shift light with it motion sensor
briefly lighting up or flashing. switch-on attempt with an un-
z authorised vehicle key
Go to the Settings, Anti-theft alarm (DWA) disconnection of the DWA anti-
Vehicle settings menu. with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE theft alarm from the motor-
Switch Shift light on or off. cycle's battery (DWA internal
Activation battery in the anti-theft alarm
Setting upshift indicator Switching on ignition ( 60). provides power - alarm tone
Switch on the Shift light Customising anti-theft alarm only, the turn indicators do not
function. settings ( 77). flash)
Go to the Settings, Switch off the ignition.
Vehicle settings, All functions are sustained even
If the alarm system is activated, if the internal battery of the DWA
Configuration menu (under then the alarm system will be
Shift light). anti-theft alarm system is flat; the
automatically activated when only difference is that an alarm
the ignition is switched off. cannot be triggered if the system
is disconnected from the motor- Flashes 4x: disconnection of Switch Arming tone on and
cycle's battery. the anti-theft alarm from the off 4
motorcycle's battery Switch Arm automatically
An alarm lasts for approximately Flashes 5x: motion sensor 3 on and off 77
26 seconds. While an alarm is in
progress an alarm tone sounds DWA deactivating Possible settings
and the turn indicators flash. The Switch on the ignition. Warning signal: set the in-
type of alarm tone can be set by Turn indicators flash once. creasing and decreasing or inter-
Operation
an authorised BMW Motorrad Confirmation tone sounds once mittent alarm tone.
dealer. (if programmed). Tilt alarm sensor: activate
Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is deac- inclination sensor to monitor the
If an alarm was triggered while inclination of the vehicle. The
tivated.
the motorcycle was unattended, DWA responds, for example, to z
the rider is notified accordingly Customising anti-theft wheel theft or being towed away.
by an alarm tone sounding once alarm settings
when the ignition is switched on. NOTICE
The DWA LED then indicates Switching on ignition ( 60).
the reason for the alarm for one Go to the Settings, Deactivate the tilt sensor when
minute. Vehicle settings, Alarm transporting the vehicle in or-
Light signals issued by the system menu. der to prevent the DWA from
DWA LED: The following adaptation set- tripping.
tings are available:
Flashes 1x: motion sensor 1 Arming tone: confirmation
Adapt Warning signal
Flashes 2x: motion sensor 2 alarm tone after having activated/
Switch Tilt alarm sensor deactivated the DWA in addition
Flashes 3x: ignition switched
on and off to flashing turn indicators.
on with unauthorised vehicle
key
Arm automatically: auto- Heated handlebar grips
4 matic activation of the alarm
with heated grips OE
function when switching off the
78 ignition. Operating the heated
handlebar grips
Tyre pressure
monitoring (RDC) NOTICE
Operation
with tyre pressure control The heating in the heated

(RDC) OE handlebar grips can be activated
Repeatedly press button 1 un-
Switching the minimum only when the engine is
til the desired heating level 2
running.
z pressure warning on or off appears in front of the heated
The minimum pressure of the grip symbol 3.
NOTICE The handlebar grips have two-
tyres can be freely selected.
When the minimum pressure is The increase in power consump- stage heating.
reached, a minimum pressure tion caused by having the heated 50% heating power
warning can be displayed. handlebar grips switched on can
Go to the Settings, drain the battery if you are rid- 100% heating power
Vehicle settings, RDC ing at low engine speeds. If the
menu. charge level is low, the heated
Switch Nom. pressure handlebar grips are switched off Stage 2 is for heating the grips
warning on or off. to ensure the battery's starting quickly: it is advisable to switch
capability. back to stage 1 as soon as the
Starting the engine ( 122). grips are warm.
The selected heating stage will The following values can be re- computer is automatically
be saved if you allow a certain set: reset if a minimum of 6 hours 4
length of time to pass without Break have passed and the date has
making further changes. changed since the ignition was 79
Journey
To switch off the heated grips, Current (TRIP 1) switched off.
repeatedly press button 1 until Av. spee.
the heated grip 3 is hidden. Av. consump. Front and rear seats
Remove tail-hump cover
Operation
On-board computer Calling up the trip
Place the motorcycle on its
Calling up the on-board computer stand on firm, even ground.
computer Calling up the on-board com-
puter ( 79).
Go to the My vehicle menu. z
Scroll to the right until the
Scroll to the right until the
TRIP COMPUT. menu screen
ON-BOARD COMPUTER menu
is displayed.
screen is displayed.
Resetting trip computer
Resetting on-board
computer Calling up the trip computer
( 79).
Calling up the on-board com-
Press down the MENU rocker
puter ( 79).
button.
Press down the MENU rocker Unlock lock for tail-hump
Select Reset automatic- cover 2 using ignition key 1.
button.
ally or Reset all and con-
Select Reset all values Remove tail-hump cover 2; to
firm.
or Reset individual val. do so, unhook fixing 3.
If Reset automatically
and confirm.
is selected, the on-board
Installing tail-hump cover
4
80
Operation
Unlock lock for passenger Position passenger seat 1;

Position tail-hump cover 1; seat 2 using ignition key 1. hook in fixing 2 while doing
z hook in fixing 2 while doing Remove passenger seat 2; to so.
so. do so, unhook fixing 3. Press passenger seat 1 down-
Press tail-hump cover 1 down- Pull out the ignition key and wards and lock.
wards and lock. place the passenger seat up-
holstered side down on a clean
Removing rear seat surface.
with two-up riding package OE
Install the rear seat
Place the motorcycle on its with two-up riding package OE
stand on firm, even ground.
Removing front seat Installing front seat
4
81
Operation
Push the rider's seat cover 1 Insert rider's seat 1 into the fix-
forward slightly on the seat ing 4 at the front and position z
cushion surface and expose it.
tab 2. Push the rider's seat cover 1
Remove bolt 3. forward slightly on the seat
Lift up the rider's seat 1 at the cushion surface and expose
rear and unhook fixing 4. tab 2.
Place the seat, upholstered Position and install bolt 3.
side down, on a clean surface.
4
82
Operation
TFT display
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
5
83
Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Pure Ride view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
General settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
TFT display
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
My vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 z
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Display software version . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Display licence information . . . . . . . . . 103
General instructions Operate those systems or storing the device above the fuel
5 Warnings
devices only when the traffic tank (e.g. in your jacket pocket).
situation allows for it.
84 If necessary, stop and operate
WARNING NOTICE
the systems or devices when
Using a smartphone during stationary. Depending on the mobile device,
the journey or while the en- the scope of the Connectivity
gine is running Connectivity functions functions may be restricted.
TFT display
Risk of accident Connectivity functions include

BMW Motorrad
Always observe the relevant media, telephony and navigation.
road traffic regulations. Connectivity functions can Connected App
Do not use the smartphone be used if the TFT display is The BMW Motorrad Connec-
during the journey (apart from connected to a mobile end ted App contains usage and
z device and a helmet ( 94). vehicle information. For some
applications that do not require
operation, e.g. making tele- For more information on the functions, such as navigation, the
phone calls with the hands-free Connectivity functions go app must be installed on the mo-
system). to bmwmotorrad.com/ bile end device and connected
connectivity to the TFT display. The app is
used to start route guidance and
WARNING
adjust the navigation.
Distraction from the road and NOTICE
loss of control If the fuel tank is between NOTICE
Operating the integrated inform- the mobile device and the
ation system and communication TFT display, the Bluetooth On some mobile devices, e.g.
devices while driving results in a connection may be restricted. those with iOS operating sys-
risk of accident tems, the BMW Motorrad Con-
BMW Motorrad recommends
nected App must be opened be- Principle Turn the multi-controller
fore use.
Controls
downwards: 5
Move the cursor downwards in
Currentness 85
lists.
The TFT display may be updated Adjust settings.
after the publication date. Be- Decrease volume.
cause of this, your motorcycle
may differ from the information Tilt the multi-controller to
TFT display
supplied in the Rider's Manual. the left:
Up-to-date information is avail- Activate the function in accord-
able at: ance with the operation feed-
bmw-motorrad.com back.
All contents of the display are Activate the function to the left
operated using the multi-con- or back.
z
troller 1 and the MENU 2 rocker Go back to the View menu
button. after settings.
Depending on the context, the In the View menu, change up a
following functions are possible. level.
In the My Vehicle menu: ad-
Multi-controller functions vance one menu screen.
Turn the multi-controller
upwards: Tilt the multi-controller to
the right:
Move the cursor upwards in
lists. Activate the function in accord-
Adjust settings. ance with the operation feed-
back.
Increase volume.
Confirm selection. Press and hold the top part Operating instructions in
5 Confirm settings. of the MENU rocker button: the main menu
Advance a menu step. In the View menu: call up
86
Scroll to the right in lists. Pure Ride view.
In the My Vehicle menu: ad- In Pure Ride view: change op-
vance one menu screen. erating focus to the Navigator.
MENU rocker button Briefly push MENU down:

TFT display
functions Change down a level.

No function if the lowest
NOTICE hierarchical level has been
reached.
Instructions given by the navig- Operating instructions show
z ation system are displayed in a Hold MENU down: whether interactions are possible,
dialogue box if the Navigation and which ones.
Change back to the last menu
menu has not been called up.
after a previous menu change
Operation of the MENU rocker
by holding up the MENU
button is temporarily restricted.
rocker button.
Briefly push MENU up:
In the View menu, change up a
level.
In the Pure Ride view: change
the display for rider info status
line.
Operating instructions in pending on whether you can
submenus return to a higher level. 5
In addition to the operating in- Operating instruction 2: an ad-
ditional submenu level can be 87
structions in the main menu,
there are additional operating in- called up.
structions in the submenus. Operating instruction 3: there
are more entries than can be
displayed.
TFT display
Display Pure Ride view
Meaning of the operating
instructions: Press and hold rocker button
MENU up.
Operating instruction 1: the left
end has been reached. z
Operating instruction 2: it is
possible to scroll to the right.
Operating instruction 3: it is
possible to scroll down. Meaning of the operating
Operating instruction 4: it is instructions:
possible to scroll to the left. Operating instruction 1: the
Operating instruction 5: the current display is located in a
right end has been reached. hierarchical menu. A submenu
level is shown with a symbol.
Two symbols indicate two or
more submenu levels. The col-
our of the symbol changes de-
Switching functions on Symbol 3 shows that the func- Repeatedly press the multi-
5 and off tion can be switched off. controller 1 briefly to the right
Symbol 4 shows that the func- until the desired menu item is
88 tion can be switched on. highlighted.
Briefly push button 2 down.
Call up the menu
NOTICE
TFT display
The Settings menu can only

be called up when the vehicle is
stationary.
Move the cursor in lists

Some menu items have a check
z box in front of them. The check
box shows whether the function
is on or off. Action symbols after
the menu items show what will Display Pure Ride view ( 87).
be switched by tilting the multi- Briefly push button 2 down.
controller briefly to the right. The following menus can be
Examples for switching on called up:
and off: My vehicle
Symbol 1 shows that the func- Sport
tion is switched on. Navigation Call up the menu ( 88).
Symbol 2 shows that the func- Media To move the cursor down in
tion is switched off. Telephone lists, turn the multi-controller 1
Settings
down until the desired entry is The last menu used is called Switches the display for
highlighted. up. The last entry highlighted driver info. status line 5
To move the cursor up in lists, is selected. Requirement
turn the multi-controller 1 up 89
System status displays The vehicle is at a standstill. The
until the desired entry is high-
The system status is displayed in Pure Ride view appears on the
lighted.
the lower area of the menu if a display.
Confirm selection function is switched on or off. Switching on ignition ( 60).
TFT display
All necessary information from
the on-board computer for op-
eration on public roads (e.g.
TRIP 1) and trip computer
(e.g. TRIP 2) are available in
z
the TFT display. The informa-
tion can be displayed in the top
status line.
with tyre pressure control
Select the desired entry. (RDC) OE
Briefly press the multi-control- Example of what the system Information from the tyre
ler 1 to the right. statuses mean: pressure control can also be
System status 1: DTC function displayed.
Call up the last menu used is switched on. Select content of the rider info.
In Pure Ride view: press and status line ( 90).
hold the MENU rocker button.
Riding time 1 Select content of the rider
5 info. status line
90 Riding time 2 Call up the Settings,
Display, Status line
content menu.
Break 1 Switch on the desired displays.
It is possible to switch between
TFT display
Break 2 the selected displays in the

rider info. status line. If no dis-
Press and hold the button 1 to plays are selected, only the
display the Pure Ride view. Average speed 1 range will be displayed.
Briefly press button 1 to se-
lect the value in the top status Adjust settings
z Average speed 2
line 2.
The following values can be dis-
played: Tyre pressure
Odometer Total
Trip distance 1 TRIP 1 Fuel gauge
Trip distance 2 TRIP 2
Average consumption 1
Range
Average consumption 2
Select and confirm the desired
settings menu.
Turn the multi-controller 1 5 Needle
downwards until the desired NOTICE 6 Secondary indicator 5
setting is highlighted. The Speed Limit Info is not avail-
If there are operating instruc- 91
able if Settings, Racetrack is NOTICE
tions, tilt the multi-controller 1 activated.
to the right. The red engine speed range
If there are no operating in- changes depending on the
Pure Ride view coolant temperature:
structions, tilt the multi-control-
TFT display
ler 1 to the left. Engine speed display The colder the engine, the lower
The setting is saved. the speed at which the red en-
gine speed range starts.
Switching Speed Limit The warmer the engine, the
Info on or off higher the speed at which the
Requirement red engine speed range starts. z
When the operating temperature
Vehicle is connected with a com-
is reached, the display of the red
patible mobile end device. The
engine speed range no longer
BMW Motorrad Connected app
changes.
is installed on the mobile end
device. 1 Scale The upshift recommendation is
dynamically adapted.
2 Lower engine speed range
Go to the Settings, 3 Upper/red engine speed
Display menu. range
Switch Speed Limit Info on 4 Engine speed display unit:
or off.
1000 revolutions per
minute
Range The range is shown together General settings
5 with a warning once the fuel
Adjust the volume
reserve has been reached.
92 After a refuelling stop, range is Connect rider's and passen-
recalculated if the amount of ger's helmet ( 95).
fuel in the tank is greater than Increase volume: turn the
the reserve quantity. multi-controller upwards.
The calculated range is only an Decrease volume: turn the
TFT display
approximate figure. multi-controller downwards.

Mute: turn the multi-controller
Recommendation to all the way down.
The range readout 1 indicates upshift
how far you can ride with the fuel Setting the date
z remaining in the tank. This dis- Switching on ignition ( 60).
tance is calculated on the basis Call up the Settings, Sys-
of average consumption and the tem settings, Date and
quantity of fuel on board. time, Set date menu.
When the motorcycle is Adjust Day, Month and Year.
propped on its side stand Confirm setting.
the slight angle of inclination
means that the sensor cannot Set date format
register the fuel level correctly. Call up the Settings, Sys-
This is the reason why the The recommendation to upshift
tem settings, Date and
range is recalculated only in the Pure Ride view 1 or in the
time, Date format menu.
when the side stand is in the status line 2 indicates the best
Select the desired setting.
retracted position. time to upshift economically.
Confirm setting.
Setting the clock Setting the language Resetting all settings
Switching on ignition ( 60). Call up the Settings, Sys- All the settings in the Set- 5
Call up the Settings, Sys- tem settings, Language tings menu can be reset to 93
tem settings, Date and menu. the factory settings.
time, Set time menu. The following languages can be Call up the Settings menu.
Adjust Hour and Minute. adjusted: Select Reset all and confirm.
Chinese The settings in the following
Setting time format
TFT display
German menus are reset:
Call up the Settings, Sys- English Vehicle settings
tem settings, Date and Spanish System settings
time, Time format menu. French Connections
Select the desired setting. Italian Display
Confirm setting. Dutch Information z
Portuguese
Setting units of Existing Bluetooth connections
Russian
measurement Ukrainian are not deleted.
Call up the Settings, Sys- Polish
tem settings, Units menu. Turkish
Bluetooth
The following units of measure- Short-range wireless
ment can be set: Adjusting brightness technology
Distance covered Call up the Settings, The Bluetooth function might not
Pressure Display, Brightness menu. be available in certain countries.
Temperature Adjusting display brightness.
Speed
Consumption
Bluetooth is a short-range Possible sources of During the pairing process, the
5 wireless technology. Bluetooth interference: TFT display searches for other
devices are short-range devices interference zones due to Bluetooth-compatible devices
94 within its reception range. The
transmitting on the license-free transmission masts and similar.
ISM band (Industrial, Scientific, devices with non-compliant conditions that have to be satis-
Medical) between 2.402 GHz Bluetooth implementations fied before the audio system can
and 2.480 GHz. They can be proximity of other Bluetooth- recognise another device are as
operated anywhere in the world compatible devices follows:
TFT display
without a licence being required. The Bluetooth function of the

Although Bluetooth is designed Pairing device must be activated
to establish and sustain robust Two Bluetooth devices must de- The device must be "visible" to
connections over short distances, tect each other before they can others
as with every other wireless create a connection with each The device must support the
z technology disruptions are other. This process of mutual A2DP profile
possible. Interference can affect recognition is known as pairing. Other Bluetooth-compatible
connections or connections can When two devices have paired devices must be OFF (e.g.
sometimes fail. Particularly when they remember each other, so mobile phones and navigation
multiple devices operate in a the pairing process is conducted systems).
Bluetooth network, with wireless only once, on initial contact.
technology of this nature it is Please consult the operating in-
not possible to ensure fault- NOTICE structions for your communica-
free communications in every tion system.
On some mobile devices, e.g.
situation.
those with iOS operating sys- Pairing
tems, the BMW Motorrad Con- Call up the Settings, Con-
nected App must be opened be- nections menu.
fore use.
Bluetooth connections can The Bluetooth symbol If the telephone book is
be established, managed and flashes in the bottom status not displayed, consult the 5
deleted in the CONNECTIONS line during pairing. troubleshooting chart in the
menu. The following Bluetooth section entitled "Technical 95
connections are displayed: Mobile end devices found are data". ( 226)
Mobile device displayed. If the Bluetooth connection is
Rider's helmet Select and confirm mobile end not working as expected, con-
Passenger helm. device. sult the troubleshooting chart
TFT display
The connection status for mobile Follow the instructions on the in the section entitled "Tech-
end devices is displayed. mobile end device. nical data". ( 225)
Confirm that the code
Connect mobile end matches. Connect rider's and
device The connection is established passenger's helmet
and the connection status up- Pairing ( 94). z
Pairing ( 94).
Activate the mobile end dated. Select Rider's helmet or
device's Bluetooth function If the connection is not Passenger helm. and con-
(see mobile end device's established, consult the firm.
operating instructions). troubleshooting chart in the Make the helmet's communica-
Select Mobile device and section entitled "Technical tion system visible.
confirm. data". ( 225) Select PAIRING NEW HEL-
Select Pair new mobile Depending on the mobile end METS or PAIRING NEW PASS.
device and confirm. device, telephone data is trans- HELM. and confirm.
Mobile end devices are being ferred to the vehicle automatic- Helmets are searched for.
searched for. ally.
Telephone data ( 103)
The Bluetooth symbol To delete an individual connec-
5 flashes in the bottom status tion, select the connection and
line during pairing. confirm.
96 To delete all connections, se-
Helmets found are displayed. lect Delete all connec-
Select and confirm helmet. tions and confirm.
The connection is established
and the connection status up-
TFT display
dated.
If the connection is not
established, consult the
troubleshooting chart in the
section entitled "Technical
z data". ( 225)
If the Bluetooth connection is
not working as expected, con-
sult the troubleshooting chart
in the section entitled "Tech-
nical data". ( 225)
Deleting connections
Call up the Settings, Con-
nections menu.
Select Delete connections.
My vehicle
Start screen 5
1 Check Control display 97
Mode of presentation
( 32)
2 Coolant temperature
( 44)
TFT display
3 Range ( 92)
4 Total distance travelled
5 Service-due indicator
( 56)
6 Rear tyre pressure ( 46)
z
7 On-board voltage ( 205)
8 Front tyre pressure
( 46)
Operating instructions Scrolling through menu with tyre pressure control
5 screens (RDC) OE
TYRE PRESSURE
98
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
For more information on tyre
pressure and Check Control
messages, see the "Displays"
section.
TFT display
NOTICE
Operating instruction 1: tabs Check control messages are at-

which show how far to the left Go to the My vehicle menu. tached dynamically to the My
z or right can be scrolled. To scroll to the right, briefly Vehicle menu screen as addi-
Operating instruction 2: tab press Multi-Controller 1 to the tional tabs.
which shows the position of right.
the current menu screen. On-board computer and
To scroll to the left, briefly
press Multi-Controller 1 to the trip computer
left. The ON-BOARD COMPUTER and
The My Vehicle menu contains TRIP COMPUT. menu screens
the following screens: display vehicle and trip data, such
MY VEHICLE as average values.
Check Control messages (if
any)
ON-BOARD COMPUTER
TRIP COMPUT.
Service requirements
5
99
TFT display
If the time remaining to the next
service is less than a month or
if the next service is due within z
1000 km, a white CC message is
displayed.
Navigation Operate those systems or Entering destination
5 Warnings
devices only when the traffic address
situation allows for it. Connect mobile end device
100 If necessary, stop and operate
WARNING ( 95).
the systems or devices when Call up the BMW Motorrad
Using a smartphone during stationary. Connected App and start the
the journey or while the en- route guidance.
gine is running Precondition
TFT display
Call up the Navigation menu

Risk of accident The vehicle is connected to a in the TFT display.
Always observe the relevant compatible mobile end device. Active route guidance is dis-
road traffic regulations. played.
Do not use the smartphone Precondition
If the active route guidance
during the journey (apart from The BMW Motorrad Connec-
z ted App is installed on the con-
is not displayed, consult the
applications that do not require troubleshooting chart in the
operation, e.g. making tele- nected mobile end device.
section entitled "Technical
phone calls with the hands-free data". ( 226)
system). NOTICE
Selecting destination from
WARNING On some mobile devices, e.g. recent destinations
those with iOS operating sys- Call up the Navigation, Re-
Distraction from the road and tems, the BMW Motorrad Con-
loss of control cent destinations menu.
nected App must be opened be- Select and confirm destination.
Operating the integrated inform- fore use.
ation system and communication Select Start route guid-
devices while driving results in a ance.
risk of accident
Selecting destination from Along the route Ending route guidance
favourites Select where the special des- Call up the Navigation, 5
The FAVOURITES menu dis- tinations should be looked for. Active route guidance 101
plays all destinations which e.g. the following special destina- menu.
have been saved as favourites tion can be selected: Select End route guidance
in the BMW Motorrad Con- Filling station and confirm.
nected app. No new favourites Select and confirm the special
destination. Switching spoken
TFT display
can be added using the TFT
display. Select Start route guid- instructions on or off
Call up the Navigation, Fa- ance and confirm. Connect rider's and passen-
vourites menu. ger's helmet ( 95).
Setting route criteria The navigation can be read out
Select and confirm destination.
Call up the Navigation, by a computer voice. For this
Select Start guidance.
Route criteria menu.
z
purpose, Spoken instruc-
Entering special The following criteria can be se- tions must be switched on.
destinations lected: Call up the Navigation,
Special destinations, such as Route type Active route guidance
points of interest, can be dis- Avoid menu.
played on the map. Select desired Route type. Switch Spoken instruc-
Call up the Navigation, Switch desired Avoid on or tions on or off.
POIs menu. off.
The following locations can be The number of avoidances activ- Repeating last spoken
selected: ated is displayed in brackets. instruction
At current location Call up the Navigation,
At destination Active route guidance
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ menu.
Select Current instruc- end device for media and calls to Select the Now playing, All
5 tion and confirm. maximum before setting off. artists, All albums or All
Adjust the volume ( 92). tracks category for search
102 Media and playback.
Next track: briefly tilt Multi-
Precondition Controller 1 to the right. Select Playlists.
The vehicle is connected to a Last track or start of the cur- You can adjust the following set-
compatible mobile end device rent track: briefly tilt Multi-Con- tings in the Audio options
TFT display
and helmet. troller 1 to the left. submenu:

Fast forward: hold Multi-Con- Switch Shuffle on or off.
Control music playback troller 1 to the right.
Select Repeat: Off, One (cur-
Rewind: hold Multi-Controller 1 rent track) or All.
to the left.
z Call up the context menu: Phone
press the bottom part of the
button 2. Precondition
The vehicle is connected to a
NOTICE compatible mobile end device
and helmet.
Depending on the mobile device,
the scope of the Connectivity
Go to the Media menu. functions may be restricted.
NOTICE The following functions can be

used in the context menu:
BMW Motorrad recommends Start playback or Pause
setting the volume on the mobile playback.
Telephone calls Phone calls with multiple Display software
participants version 5
A second call can be accepted Call up the Settings, In- 103
while you are on a call. The first formation, Software ver-
phone call is put on hold. The sion menu.
number of active telephone calls
is shown in the Telephone Display licence
menu. It is possible to switch
TFT display
between two phone calls. information
Call up the Settings, In-
Telephone data formation, Licences menu.
Go to the Telephone menu.
Accept call: tilt Multi-Control- Depending on the mobile end
ler 1 to the right. device, telephone data may be z
transmitted to the vehicle auto-
Reject call: tilt Multi-Control-
matically once pairing is com-
ler 1 to the left.
plete ( 94).
End the call: tilt Multi-Control-
Phone book: list of contacts
ler 1 to the left.
saved on the mobile end device
Muting Call list: list of calls with the
During active phone calls, the mobile end device
microphone in the helmet can be Favourites: list of favourites
muted. saved on the mobile end device
5
104
TFT display
Adjustment
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
6
105
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Adjust the clutch lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Adjustment
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
z
Riding height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Swinging arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
DDC calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Mirrors beam headlight means that Brakes
6 Adjusting mirrors
no measures are necessary to
Adjust the handbrake
prevent the headlight beam from
106 dazzling oncoming traffic. lever
Headlight beam throw and WARNING

spring preload Adjusting the brake lever
The headlight beam throw gen- while riding
Adjustment
erally remains constant by adjust- Risk of accident

ment of the spring preload to the Do not attempt to adjust the
load status. brake lever unless the motor-
cycle is at a standstill.
Pivot the mirror to the correct NOTICE
z
position by pressing gently at If there are doubts about the cor-
the edge of the glass. rect headlight beam throw, have
the setting checked by a special-
Headlight ist workshop, preferably an au-
Headlight adjustment for thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
right- or left-hand traffic
This motorcycle has a
symmetric-beam low-beam
headlight. If the motorcycle Turn adjuster knob 1 to the
is ridden in a country where desired position.
the opposite rule of the road
applies, its symmetric low-
Steering
NOTICE
Adjusting steering damper 6
The adjuster is easier to turn 107
if you push the brake lever
forward.
Adjustment options:
from position 1: smallest span
Adjustment
between handlebar grip and
brake lever
Turn adjuster knob 1 to the
to position 6: largest span
desired position.
between handlebar grip and
brake lever NOTICE
WARNING z
Adjust the clutch lever The adjuster is easier to turn
if you push the clutch lever Adjusting the steering
Adjust the clutch lever damper while riding.
forward.
Risk of accident
WARNING Adjustment options:
Do not attempt to adjust the
Position 1: smallest distance steering damper unless the
Adjusting the clutch lever
between handlebar grip and motorcycle is at a standstill.
while riding
clutch lever
Risk of accident To increase damping: turn ad-
Position 5: largest distance
Adjust the clutch lever only between handlebar grip and justing screw 1 in the direc-
when the motorcycle is at a clutch lever tion A.
standstill.
To reduce damping: turn ad- torcycle. Increase spring pre-
6 justing screw 1 in the direc- load when the vehicle is heavily
tion B. loaded and reduce spring preload
108 accordingly when the vehicle is
Steering damper basic
lightly loaded.
setting
Lifting the motorcycle
Turn adjusting screw until
the limit position in the direc- To adjust the spring preload, an
Adjustment
tion A, then turn in direction B engine lifter is required; how-

for 8 clicks. (Public roads) ever this subject will not be dealt
Measure distance D between
with in detail. If you are not sure
Turn adjusting screw until the lower edge 1 of the slider
whether this work is within your
the limit position in the direc- tube and the front axle 2.
capability, please contact a spe-
z tion A, then turn in direction B cialist workshop, preferably an
Remove the engine lifter.
for 4 clicks. (Racing) Place the motorcycle on its
authorised BMW Motorrad Re-
tailer.
Spring preload Apply the rider's weight to the
Adjusting spring preload motorcycle.
Adjustment With the assistance of a
for front wheel
Front spring preload has to second person, measure
be adjusted to suit the rider's Place the motorcycle on its
stand on firm, even ground. the distance D between
weight. Increase spring preload the points 1 and 2 again
for heavier loads, decrease spring Lift motorcycle with engine
and calculate the difference
preload for lighter loads. lifter until there is no load on
(compression) between the
It is essential to set spring pre- the front wheel.
measured values.
load of the rear suspension to
suit the load carried by the mo-
To reduce the compression
Load-dependent adjust-
ment of spring preload
(increase of spring preload), 6
turn adjusting screw 3 using
toolkit in the direction A. The 109
Negative spring displacement
of front wheel toolkit includes an appropriate
adapter that protects the screw
40±2 mm (including rider
from scratches.
85 kg)
To increase the compression
Adjustment
(reduction of spring preload),
turn adjusting screw 3 using Measure the distance D
toolkit in the direction B. The between the motorcycle seat 1
toolkit includes an appropriate and the axle 2.
adapter that protects the screw
from scratches.
Remove the engine lifter. z
Adjusting spring preload stand on firm, even ground.
for rear wheel Subject the motorcycle to load
with a rider, and possibly with
without Dynamic Damping
luggage.
Control (DDC) OE
WARNING With the assistance of a
Place the motorcycle on its second person, measure
Spring preload setting and stand on firm, even ground. the distance D between
spring-strut damping setting the points 1 and 2 again
Lift motorcycle with engine
not matched. and calculate the difference
lifter until there is no load on
Impaired handling. the rear wheel. (compression) between the
Adjust spring-strut damping to measured values.
suit spring preload.
Impaired handling. Place the motorcycle on its
6 Load-dependent adjust-
Adjust spring-strut damping to stand on firm, even ground.
suit spring preload. Lift motorcycle with engine
110 lifter until there is no load on
Suspension compression at Loosen screw 1 with toolkit.
rear wheel the rear wheel.
To reduce compression (in-
crease of spring preload), turn Switch on the ignition.
35±2 mm (Road use with rider
adjusting ring 2 in the direc- Start the engine to avoid dis-
85 kg)
charging the battery.
Adjustment
30±2 mm (Racing use with tion A with toolkit.

rider 85 kg) To increase compression (re- NOTICE
duction of spring preload), turn
adjusting ring 2 in the direc- Adjustments to the DDC system
tion B with toolkit. are possible only with the ignition
z Tighten screw 1 to the spe- switched on, because only then
cified tightening torque. are the electric valves active.
Screw in adjusting ring
6 Nm

WARNING for rear wheel
with Dynamic Damping Control
Spring preload setting and
(DDC) OE
spring-strut damping setting
not matched.
screw 1 using toolkit in the dir-
Load-dependent adjust-
ection B. 6
Damping 111
Suspension compression at
rear wheel Adjustment
35±2 mm (Road use with rider Damping must be adapted to suit
85 kg) the condition of the surface on
Adjustment
30±2 mm (Racing use with which the motorcycle is ridden
rider 85 kg) and to suit spring preload.
Measure the distance D An uneven surface requires
between the motorcycle seat 1 softer damping than a smooth
and the axle 2. surface.
Remove the engine lifter. An increase in spring preload z
Place the motorcycle on its requires firmer damping, a re-
stand on firm, even ground. duction in spring preload re-
Subject the motorcycle to load quires softer damping.
with a rider, and possibly with
luggage. Adjusting compression-
With the assistance of a stage damping for front
second person, measure wheel
the distance D between To reduce compression (in-
the points 1 and 2 again crease of spring preload), turn
Control (DDC) OE
and calculate the difference screw 1 using toolkit in the dir-
(compression) between the ection A.
measured values. To increase compression (re-
duction of spring preload), turn
so that the mark 2 points at a
6 larger scale value.
To reduce damping: turn ad-
112 justing screw using the toolkit
smaller scale value.
Compression stage, ba-
Adjustment
sic setting, front
Adjust compression-stage Position 5 (Road use with rider Adjust rebound-stage damping
damping using the adjusting 85 kg) using the adjusting screw 1
screw 1 and the yellow scale Position 7 (Racing use with and red scale on the right fork
z on the left fork leg. rider 85 kg) leg.
Adjust the rebound-stage

damping for front wheel
Control (DDC) OE
To increase damping: turn ad- To increase damping: turn ad-

justing screw using the toolkit justing screw using the toolkit
so that the mark 2 points at a To reduce damping: turn the
larger scale value. adjusting screw in the direction 6
To reduce damping: turn ad- – with the toolkit.
justing screw using the toolkit 113
Compression stage, ba-
sic setting, rear
smaller scale value.
Rebound stage, basic Turn adjusting screw 1 until
the limit position in the direc-
Adjustment
setting, front
tion +, then turn in direction –
Position 5 (Road use with rider Adjust the compression-stage for 5 clicks. (Road use with
85 kg) damping by using the adjusting rider 85 kg)
Position 5 (Racing use with screw 1. Turn adjusting screw 1 until
rider 85 kg) the limit position in the direc- z
tion +, then turn in direction –
Adjusting compression- for 3 clicks. (Racing use with
stage damping for rear rider 85 kg)
wheel
Control (DDC) OE damping for rear wheel
Place the motorcycle on its Control (DDC) OE
To increase damping: turn the
adjusting screw in the direction
+ with the toolkit.
6 CAUTION Rebound stage, basic
setting, rear
114 Hot exhaust system
Risk of burn injury Turn adjuster knob until the
Do not touch a hot exhaust limit position in the direc-
system. tion A, then turn in direction B
for 3 clicks. (Racing use with
Place the motorcycle on its rider 85 kg)
Adjustment

To increase damping: turn the Riding height
adjusting screw 1 in the direc- with Race package OE
tion A with the toolkit.
or
z To reduce damping: turn the
with M Package OE
adjusting screw 1 in the direc-
tion B with the toolkit. Adjusting the riding
Rebound stage, basic height
setting, rear The riding height at the rear-
wheel guide can be adjusted via
Adjust rebound-stage damping Turn adjuster knob until the the traction strut length.
using the adjusting screw 1. limit position in the direc- When adjusting the ride
tion A, then turn in direction B height, bear in mind that with
for 5 clicks. (Road use with certain setting combinations,
rider 85 kg) the clearances to different
components cannot be
guaranteed. Therefore, after
making changes, the clearance
to the rear wheel swinging arm 6
and rear wheel must always be
checked. 115
Additional tools such as an
engine lifter or footrest stand
are required for adjusting the
riding height; however, they
Adjustment
will not be dealt with in detail
here. If you are in doubt as to Loosen clamping bolts 1. Measure and adjust gap di-
whether you would be able to mension D at traction strut 1.
To increase the riding height,
complete this work, contact a
turn the adjusting screw 2 in
specialist workshop, preferably a Traction strut gap di-
the direction A.
mension to compensate z
To reduce the riding height,
the swinging arm pivot point
Adjusting riding height at turn the adjusting screw 2 in
setting
the traction strut the direction B.
9.5 mm (Basic setting)
Place the motorcycle on its Traction strut length
stand on firm, even ground. 12.5 mm (Position 2)
Lift motorcycle with engine 13 mm (Position 3)
lifter, so that there is no load 87.5 mm (Basic setting)
Tighten the clamping bolts 1.
on the rear wheel swinging 86...91 mm (Adjustment
arm. range) Clamping bolt at adjust-
Secure the motorcycle against ing strut
Adjust riding height to the
falling over. swinging arm pivot point 8 Nm
setting:
Remove the engine lifter. Adjusting swinging arm
6 with Dynamic Damping Control pivot point
(DDC) OE Place the motorcycle on its
116
Calibrating DDC ( 118). stand on firm, even ground.
Lift motorcycle with an engine
Swinging arm lifter or another suitable jack,
with Race package OE so that there is no load on the
Adjustment
or rear wheel swinging arm.

with M Package OE
Remove nut 1.
Adjusting swinging arm
The swinging arm pivot point
z can be adjusted to three levels.
Additional tools such as an
engine lifter or footrest stand
are required, however, they
will not be dealt with in detail
here. If you are in doubt as to
whether you would be able to Remove nut 1 and washer 2.
complete this work, contact a Remove fixing screw 3.
specialist workshop, preferably a Remove fixing screw 1.
BMW Motorrad Retailer. Turn right bush 2, alternately
along with left bush, by a max-
imum of 90° respectively in
order to set the desired posi- Install fixing screw 1.
tion.
Positioning of the 6
Install fixing screw 1.
swinging arm pivot point 117
Positioning of the bush in the main frame, left
swinging arm pivot point
8 Nm
bush in the main frame, right
5 Nm
Adjustment
Install nut 2 with washer 1 and
tighten with specified torque;
counter-hold the swinging arm
axle while doing so. z
Nut on swinging arm axle
Install nut 1 and tighten with Thread-locking compound:

appropriate torque. mechanical
Turn left bush 2, alternately 100 Nm
Nut for swinging arm
along with right bush, by a
pivot point bush on Remove the engine lifter.
maximum of 90° respectively
frame
in order to set the desired pos-
After changing the swinging
ition. Thread-locking compound: arm pivot point, the riding
Ensure that the left 2 and right Loctite 270, High strength height must be corrected at
bushes are fixed in the same 50 Nm the traction strut.
position (mark). https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/
Adjusting riding height at the a specialist workshop, prefer-
6 traction strut ( 115). ably a BMW Motorrad Partner.
118 (DDC) OE
Calibrating DDC ( 118).
Checking chain sag ( 208).
DDC calibration
Adjustment

(DDC) OE Go to the Settings,
Vehicle settings, DDC
Calibrating DDC calibration menu.
z Place the motorcycle on the Select Start 1 and confirm
side stand or on a suitable aux- with OK 2.
iliary stand. Do not sit on the Calibration is performed.
motorcycle during calibration. If calibration has been
Remove items of luggage. performed successfully,
Calibration successful.
is displayed. If Calibration
failure! Remove all
loads and set vehicle on
side stand. is displayed, the
calibration must be repeated.
Select Repeat.
If calibration is not successful
after several attempts, contact
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Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
7
119
Comply with checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Always before riding off: . . . . . . . . . . . 121
At every third refuelling stop . . . . . . . 122
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Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 z
Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Gearshift light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Securing motorcycle for transporta-
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Safety information comply with the instructions on
7 Rider's equipment
loading. WARNING
120 Adjusting spring preload set- Exhaust gases adversely af-

Do not ride without the correct
ting and damping to the total fecting health
clothing! Always wear:
weight. Risk of asphyxiation
Helmet
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Suit Speed Do not run the engine in an
Gloves
If you ride at high speed, always
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enclosed space.
Boots bear in mind that various bound-
This applies even to short ary conditions can adversely af- Risk of burn injury
z fect the handling of your motor-
journeys, and to every season
of the year. Your authorised cycle: CAUTION
BMW Motorrad dealer will be Settings of the spring-strut and
shock-absorber system Engine and exhaust system
glad to advise you on the correct become very hot when the
clothing for every purpose. Imbalanced load
vehicle is in use
Loose clothing
Loading Risk of burn injury
Insufficient tyre pressure
When you park the vehicle
Poor tyre tread
WARNING make sure that no-one and no
Etc.
objects can come into contact
Handling adversely affected with the hot engine and ex-
Risk of poisoning
by overloading and imbal- haust system.
anced loads Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colourless
Risk of falling
and odourless but highly toxic.
Do not exceed the permissible
gross weight and be sure to
Catalytic converter Risk of overheating Do not tamper with the vehicle
If misfiring causes unburned fuel in any way that could result in 7
to enter the catalytic converter, ATTENTION tuned performance.
121
there is a danger of overheating Engine running for prolonged
and damage. Comply with checklist
period with vehicle at stand-
The following guidelines must be still At regular intervals, use the
observed: Overheating due to insufficient checklist below to check your
Do not run the fuel tank dry. motorcycle.
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cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
Do not attempt to start or run fire
the engine with a spark-plug Do not allow the engine to idle Always before riding
cap disconnected.
z
unnecessarily. off:
Stop the engine immediately if Ride away immediately after Check operation of the brake
it misfires. starting the engine. system.
Use only unleaded fuel.
Check operation of the lights
Comply with all specified main- Tampering and signalling equipment.
tenance intervals.
Checking clutch function
ATTENTION
( 186).
ATTENTION Tampering with the motor- Checking tyre tread depth
cycle (e.g. engine manage- ( 189).
Unburned fuel in catalytic
ment ECU, throttle valves, Check that bags and luggage
converter
clutch) are securely held in place.
Damage to catalytic converter
Damage to the affected parts,
Note the points listed for
failure of safety-relevant func-
protection of the catalytic
tions, voiding of warranty
converter.
At every third refuelling Select neutral or, if a gear is
7 stop engaged, pull the clutch lever.
122 Checking engine oil level NOTICE
( 179).
Checking front brake pad thick- You cannot start the motorcycle
ness ( 182). with the side stand extended and
a gear engaged. The engine will
Checking rear brake pad thick-
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switch itself off if you start it with

ness ( 183).
the gearbox in neutral and then
Checking brake-fluid level, front
engage a gear before retracting Press the starter button 1.
z brakes ( 184).
the side stand.
Checking the brake-fluid level, NOTICE
rear brakes ( 185). For a cold engine start and low
Check coolant level ( 187). temperatures: pull clutch. The start attempt is automatic-
with M battery OE ally interrupted if battery voltage
Starting Low temperatures can impact is too low. Recharge the battery
on the starting response. before you start the engine, or
Starting the engine use jump leads and a donor bat-
Switch on the ignition. tery to start.
Pre-Ride-Check is performed. See the subsection on jump
( 123) starting in "Maintenance" for
ABS self-diagnosis is in pro- more details.
gress. ( 123)
The engine starts.
DTC self-diagnosis is in pro-
Consult the troubleshooting
gress. ( 124)
chart below if the engine re-
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ fuses to start. ( 224)
Pre-Ride-Check If one of the indicator and warn- ABS indicator and warning
When the ignition is switched ing lights did not switch on: light flashes. 7
on, the instrument cluster runs a Have the fault rectified as
ABS self-diagnosis 123
test of the indicator and warning quickly as possible by a
lights. This test is known as the specialist workshop, preferably completed
"Pre-Ride-Check". The test is an authorised BMW Motorrad The ABS indicator and warning
aborted if you start the engine Retailer. light goes out.
before it completes.
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ABS self-diagnosis ABS self-diagnosis not
Phase 1 BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per- completed
All indicator and warning lights forms self-diagnosis to ensure its z
are switched on. operability. Self-diagnosis starts The ABS function is not avail-
After a longer vehicle standstill automatically when you switch on able because self-diagnosis
period, an animation is displayed the ignition. did not complete. (The motor-
when the system starts up. cycle has to reach a defined
Phase 1 minimum speed for the wheel
Phase 2 Test of the diagnosis-compat- sensors to be checked: min
The 'General' warning light ible system components with 5 km/h)
changes from red to yellow. the vehicle at a standstill. If an indicator showing an ABS
ABS indicator and warning fault appears when ABS self-dia-
Phase 3 light flashes. gnosis completes:
All the indicator and warning
You can continue to ride. Bear
lights switched on in the initial Phase 2
in mind that neither the ABS
phase are switched off in reverse Test of the wheel-speed function nor the integral brak-
sequence. sensors as the vehicle pulls ing function is available.
away from rest.
Have the fault rectified as DTC indicator and warning is not available or the function-
7 quickly as possible by a light flashes slowly. ality might be subject to certain
specialist workshop, preferably restrictions.
124 an authorised BMW Motorrad DTC self-diagnosis Have the fault rectified as
Retailer. completed quickly as possible by a
The DTC symbol no longer specialist workshop, preferably
DTC self-diagnosis shows. an authorised BMW Motorrad
BMW Motorrad DTC performs Retailer.
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self-diagnosis to ensure its op- Check all the indicator and

erability. Self-diagnosis is per- warning lights. Running in
z formed automatically when you DTC self-diagnosis not Engine
switch on the ignition. completed Until the first running-in check,
Phase 1 vary the throttle opening and
The DTC function is not avail-
Test of the diagnosis-compat- engine-speed range frequently;
able, because self-diagnosis
ible system components with avoid riding at constant engine
did not complete. (The motor-
the vehicle at a standstill. speed for prolonged periods.
cycle has to reach a defined
DTC indicator and warning Try to do most of your rid-
minimum speed with the en-
light flashes slowly. ing during this initial period on
gine running for the wheel
twisting, fairly hilly roads.
sensors to be checked: min
Phase 2 5 km/h) Comply with the running-in
Pullaway test of the system speeds.
If an indicator showing an DTC
components with diagnostic
fault appears when DTC self-
capability.
diagnosis completes:
You can continue to ride. Bear
in mind that the DTC function
Shifting gear
Running-in speed WARNING
Shift assistant Pro
7
New brake pads 125
<7000 min-1 (Odometer read- Longer stopping distance, risk of NOTICE
ing 0...300 km) accident
Apply the brakes in good See the section entitled "Engin-
<9000 min-1 (Odometer read-
time. eering details" for more informa-
ing 300...1000 km)
tion on the Pro shift assistant.
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No full load (Odometer reading
Tyres
0...1000 km) NOTICE
New tyres have a smooth sur- z
Note the mileage after which face. This must be roughened by
the running-in check should be Whenever the Pro shift assist-
riding in a restrained manner at ant shifts gears, cruise control
carried out. various heel angles until the tyres is automatically disengaged for
Mileage until the are run in. This running in pro- safety reasons.
running-in check cedure is essential if the tyres are
to achieve maximum grip.
500...1200 km
WARNING
Brake pads
New tyres losing grip on wet
New brake pads have to be run roads and at extreme bank
in before they can achieve their angles
optimum friction levels. The Risk of accident
reduced braking effect can be
Ride carefully and avoid ex-
compensated for by greater pres-
tremely sharp inclines.
sure on the brake lever.
at engine speeds close to the Gearshift light
7 limits at which the governor
Gearshift light
cuts in to limit engine rpm.
126 Shift assistance is not available
in the following situations:
With clutch lever pulled.
Shift lever not in its initial posi-
tion
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Upshifts with the throttle valve

You select the gear in the closed (coasting) and when
z usual way by means of the decelerating
foot-operated shift lever. When shifting down with the
The sensor 1 on the gearshift throttle valve open or when The gearshift light 1 indicates
rod registers the gearshift re- accelerating. to the rider that the speed for
quest and triggers shift assist- After a gearshift, the shift lever shifting to the next higher gear is
ance. has to be fully released before approaching.
When riding at a steady speed another gearshift with the shift The gearshift light flashes
in a low gear at high engine assistant can take place. at the preset frequency:
rpm, an attempt to shift gear approaching upshift rpm
without pulling the clutch can Gearshift light goes out: the
cause a severe load-change engine has reached the ideal
reaction. BMW Motorrad re- speed for an upshift
commends disengaging the
clutch for shifts in these cir-
cumstances. It is advisable to
avoid using the shift assistant
The speed thresholds and the front wheel. Remember to Descending mountain
behaviour of the shift light can pull the clutch at the same time. passes 7
be adjusted in the Settings, BMW Motorrad RACE ABS pre-
vents the front wheel from lock- 127
Vehicle settings menu (also WARNING
see the "Operation" chapter). ing up.
In the "panic braking situations" Braking only with the rear
Brakes that are trained so frequently, brake on mountain descents
braking force is applied as rap- Brake fade, destruction of the
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How can stopping brakes due to overheating
idly as possible and with the
distance be minimised? rider's full force applied to the Use both front and rear brakes,
Each time the brakes are applied, brake levers; under these circum- and make use of the engine's z
a load distribution shift takes stances, the dynamic shift in load braking effect as well.
place with the load shifting for- distribution cannot keep pace
ward from the rear to the front with the increase in deceleration Wet and dirty brakes
wheel. The sharper the vehicle and the tyres cannot transmit Wetness and dirt on the brake
decelerates, the more load is the full braking force to the sur- discs and the brake pads dimin-
shifted to the front wheel. The face of the road. In the absence ish braking efficiency.
higher the wheel load, the more of load on the wheel the ABS Delayed braking action or poor
braking force can be transmitted. has to intervene to prevent the braking efficiency must be
To optimise stopping distance, front wheel from locking even if reckoned with in the following
apply the front brakes rapidly and the brakes are applied only very situations:
keep on increasing the force you lightly. This leads to a reduced Riding in the rain or through
apply to the brake lever. This braking effect. puddles of water.
makes the best possible use of After the vehicle has been
the dynamic increase in load at washed.
Riding on salted or gritted ABS Pro Possibility of a fall not
7 roads. Physical limits applicable to precluded
After work has been carried on motorcycling Although ABS Pro and
128 the brakes, due to traces of oil Dynamic Brake Control provide
or grease. WARNING the rider with valuable assistance
Riding on dirt-covered surfaces and constitutes a huge advance
or off-road. Braking when cornering in safety for braking with
Risk of crash despite ABS Pro the motorcycle banked for
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Invariably, it remains the rider's cornering, it cannot under any

WARNING responsibility to adapt riding circumstances be considered as
z Wetness and dirt result in style to riding conditions. redefining the physical limits that
diminished braking efficiency Do not take risks that would apply to motorcycling. It is still
Risk of accident negate the additional safety possible for these limits to be
Apply the brakes lightly while offered by this system. overshot due to misjudgement or
riding to remove wetness and rider error. In extreme cases this
dirt, or dismount and clean the NOTICE can result in a crash.
brakes.
ABS Pro is activated in the Use on public roads
Think ahead and brake in good
RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC riding
time until full braking efficiency ABS Pro and
modes. It is deactivated in the
is restored. Dynamic Brake Control
Race riding mode. ABS Pro can
help make the motorcycle even
be individually adjusted in the
safer for riding on public roads.
Race Pro riding modes.
When the brakes are applied
because of an unforeseen hazard
when the motorcycle is banked
for cornering, within the physical
limits that apply to motorcycling Refuelling
the ABS Pro system prevents the ATTENTION
Fuel grade 7
wheels from locking and skidding Poor ground underneath the
away. During emergency Requirement 129
stand
braking, Dynamic Brake Control To ensure optimal fuel consump-
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
increases the braking effect and tion, fuel should be sulphur-free
topples
intervenes when the throttle grip or as low-sulphur as possible.
Always check that the ground
is accidentally actuated during
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under the stand is level and
the braking process. ATTENTION
firm.
NOTICE Extend the side stand and prop Engine operation with leaded z
the motorcycle on the stand. fuel
ABS Pro was not developed to
enhance individual braking per- Damage to catalytic converter
ATTENTION
formance with the motorcycle Do not attempt to run the
banked into corners. Additional weight placing vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel
strain on the side stand with metallic additives (e.g.
Parking your Risk of damage to parts if vehicle manganese or iron).
motorcycle topples Observe the maximum ethanol
Do not sit or lean on the content of the fuel.
Side stand vehicle while it is propped on
Switch off the engine. the side stand.
On a gradient, the motorcycle
If the camber of the roadway
should always face uphill; se-
permits, turn the handlebars all
lect 1st gear.
the way to the left.
Clean plastic surfaces immedi-
7 Recommended fuel
grade
ately after contact with fuel.
130 Make sure the ground is level
Super Plus, unleaded Refuelling and firm and place the motor-
(max. 5 % ethanol, E5) cycle on its side stand.
WARNING
98 ROZ/RON
93 AKI Fuel is highly flammable NOTICE
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Risk of fire and explosion The fuel tank capacity can only
Alternative fuel grade
Do not smoke. Never bring be used to the full with the mo-
z a naked flame near the fuel torcycle standing on the side
Super unleaded (limita- tank. stand.
tions in terms of power
and consumption). (max- WARNING
imum 10 % ethanol,
Escape of fuel due to heat-
E10)
induced expansion if fuel
95 ROZ/RON
tank is overfilled
90 AKI
Risk of falling
Pay attention to the following Do not overfill the fuel tank.
symbols in the fuel filler cap
and on the fuel pump: ATTENTION
Wetting of plastic surfaces Open protective flap 1.
by fuel Unlock the fuel tank cap 2 of
Damage to the surfaces (surfaces the fuel tank by turning the ig-
become unsightly or dull)
nition key clockwise and open Securing motorcycle
up. NOTICE
for transportation 7
The "usable fuel capacity" spe- Make sure that all components 131
cified in the technical data is the that might come into contact
quantity that the fuel tank could with straps used to secure the
hold if refilled after it had been motorcycle are adequately pro-
run dry and the engine had cut tected against scratching. Use
out due to a lack of fuel.
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adhesive tape or soft cloths, for
example, for this purpose.
Usable fuel capacity
z
Refuel with fuel of the grade approx. 16.5 l

stated above; do not fill the
Fuel reserve
tank past the bottom edge of
the filler neck.
approx. 4 l
NOTICE
Press the fuel tank cap down
When refuelling after running on firmly to close.
reserve, make sure that you top Remove ignition key and close
up the tank to a level above refuel tank cap. ATTENTION
serve, so that the new level is
detected and the fuel reserve in- Vehicle topples to side when
dicator light is switched off. being lifted on to stand
Risk of damage to parts if vehicle
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Secure the vehicle to prevent it
7 toppling, preferably with the as-
sistance of a second person.
132
Push the motorcycle onto the
transportation flat and hold it in
position: do not place it on the
side stand.
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Secure the tensioning straps

z ATTENTION behind on both sides on the
Trapping of components rear frame and tighten.
Component damage Tighten all the straps uniformly;
the vehicle's suspension should
Do not trap components such
be compressed as tightly as
as brake lines or cable legs.
possible front and rear.
At the front, loop a strap over
Remove bolts 1 and fork parti- the bottom fork bridge on each
tion 2. side.
Pull the straps down and tight.
7
133
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After transport, position fork
partition 2 and install bolts 1.
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7
134
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On the race track
Displays for racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Deactivating intelligent emergency
8
call when riding on the race 135
LAPTIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Vehicle settings for racing . . . . . . . . . 140
Gearshift-pattern reverser . . . . . . . . . . 158
RACE PRO riding modes . . . . . . . . . . 141
On the race track

Launch Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Pit Lane Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Chassis and suspension settings
for racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Removing and installing mirrors . . . . 147 z
Removing and installing number-
plate carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Switching off ABS when riding on
the race track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Displays for racing
8 Sport 1 display
136 1 with riding modes Pro OE
2 Maximum DTC torque re-
duction
3 Current DTC torque reduc-
On the race track
tion
5 Maximum braking deceler-
ation
6 Current braking decelera-
tion
7 Maximum lean angle
z 8 Current lean angle
9 Unit for rpm display: 1000
revolutions per minute
Sport 2 display
1 with riding modes Pro OE 8
DTC Adapting ( 145). 137
duction
tion
On the race track

5 Difference between the
last lap time and reference
time or difference between
current lap time and refer-
ence time
6 Reference time: fastest of
the currently saved laps or
all-time fastest saved lap z
( 139)
7 Current lap time
Sport 3 display
8 1 with riding modes Pro OE
138 DTC Adapting ( 145).
duction
tion
On the race track

5 Current lean angle
6 Maximum lean angle
7 Reference time: fastest of
the currently saved laps or
all-time fastest saved lap
( 139)
8 Current lap time
z 9 Difference between the
last lap time and reference
time or difference between
current lap time and refer-
ence time
LAPTIMER The time for the current lap the laps have not been deleted
Starting timing
starts again from 00:00:00. in the meantime, additional laps 8
The stopped time for a lap overwrite the first laps.
Go to Sport menu and is displayed for an adjustable All laps can be deleted with 139
change to Sport 2 or Sport 3 Displayed for before Delete all laps.
display. switching over to the elapsed The all-time best lap (Best
Start the engine. time for the current lap. ever) can be reset with De-
Recording continues even if lete best ever.
On the race track

you exit the display mode dur-
ing recording. Adjusting the lap timer
Go to the Settings,
Ending time recording and Vehicle settings,
managing times Laptimer menu.
Requirement The following settings are avail-
Sport 2 or Sport 3 display is able:
shown. Debounce time: if the head- z
light flasher has been actuated,
Press button 1. Press down the MENU rocker the headlight flasher can be
Time recording is running. button. actuated again within this time
Every time you cross the start/ The LAPTIMER menu is dis- without affecting the lap time
finish line, press button 1 again played. measurement.
to start recording for the next An ongoing recording can be Displayed for: within this
lap. ended with End recording. time, the stopped lap time is
The data of the preceding lap You can go to the current lap displayed before the current lap
are written into memory. times and riding data by using time is shown.
Laps. 99 laps can be saved. If
Reference: selection of compared with the best-ever lap Configuration menu
8 which best time is displayed from earlier races.
as a reference. Best: best The best-ever lap can be deleted
140 time of the current recording in the LAPTIMER menu.
or Best ever: best-ever If the best-ever lap is from a
measured time. saved recording, it is accompan-
Best lap in progress: if ied on the display by the relevant
this function is activated, the lap number. If the best-ever lap
On the race track
difference between the last lap shows without a lap number, this
time and the reference time is means that it comes from a re-
not displayed, but rather the cording that has been deleted.
difference between the cur- The warning about faulty lights
rent lap time and the reference Vehicle settings for can be suppressed when riding
time. on a race track.
racing
Best-ever lap Activating configuration with riding modes Pro OE
z The best-ever lap (Best ever) for the race track The rpm of the Pit Lane Limiter
is the fastest of all recorded laps can be adjusted ( 144).
Go to Settings menu and
and is updated once a faster lap activate Racetrack. With RACE PRO CONFIGURA-
has been recorded. Select Configuration. TION, vehicle parameters can be
The best-ever lap remains adjusted in detail ( 141).
stored in memory even if the NOTICE
recorded laps are deleted. This Light warnings: if the turn in-
The Connectivity functions Me-
means that other races can dicators or number plate carrier
dia, Telephone and Naviga-
subsequently be timed and are removed in preparation for a
tion are deactivated by switch-
the lap times of those races race-track session, the vehicle
ing on the race track functions.
electronics detect a bulb fail- The following parameters can be the RACE, RACE PRO 1,
ure and the appropriate warning adjusted: RACE PRO 2 and RACE PRO 3 8
message appears on the display. Engine riding modes.
If Light warnings is deactiv- 141
Engine Brake
ated, the warning message is If RACE PRO riding mode is de-
Traction (DTC)
suppressed. activated, all pre-defined riding
Wheelie (DTC)
modes are available again and
ABS
RACE PRO riding the ROAD riding mode is selec-
On the race track

modes with Dynamic Damping Control ted.
with riding modes Pro OE (DDC) OE Configuring RACE PRO

DDC riding modes
For further information about the Go to Settings menu and
track activate Racetrack.
parameters, see ( 167).
The RACE PRO riding modes al- Select Configuration and
low the chassis and suspension, Three RACE PRO riding modes activate RACE PRO riding
braking and engine control to be can be configured. mode.
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adjusted professionally in detail. Select Configuration.
This means that individual rider A RACE PRO riding mode is also The current configurations are
requests, track characteristics selected using the MODE button shown as an overview.
and weather conditions can be ( 68).
taken into account.
If RACE PRO riding mode
is activated, RAIN, ROAD
and DYNAMIC riding modes
are deactivated. Instead, it is
possible to switch between
displayed for the relevant set-
8 ting.
Engine speed after activ-
ating Launch Control at
If a setting is also saved in a
142 full throttle
standard riding mode, this rid-
ing mode is specified. 9000 min-1
Change a setting as desired. When Launch Control is active,
engine torque is reduced so that
Restoring factory defaults drive is maximised on the flat
On the race track
Select a configuration. with the front wheel just starting

Select a configuration. Scroll down in the list of para- to lift off the ground. Torque is
meters and select the last entry temporarily reduced slightly when
Reset. the electronics detect front-wheel
lift. Engine rpm limitation is de-
Launch Control activated when the motorcycle
Racing start with Launch reaches a specified speed.
z Control Speed when deactivating
with riding modes Pro OE engine speed limitation
for Launch Control
Launch Control supports riders
by maintaining ideal engine rev- approx. 70 km/h
Select a parameter. ving for a racing start.
The current setting is displayed Launch Control is turned off in
graphically and numerically. In the following circumstances:
addition, explanatory texts are
The third gear is engaged. Use Launch Control only on Allow the clutch to cool.
The angle of inclination is race tracks.
Clutch cooling time 8
greater than 30°. Bring vehicle to starting posi- 143
The engine or the ignition is tion.
switched off. Vehicle is stationary, engine is approx. 3 min (With engine
running. running)
The number of consecutive
starts using Launch Control is approx. 20 min (With engine
On the race track

limited in order to protect the stopped)
clutch. The number of possible Proceed in the normal way
starts still remaining is shown when starting; open the throttle
in the display, e.g. Launch only as far as necessary to
Control: 3 starts still reach the rpm limit.
avail.. After engaging the clutch, open
the throttle completely.
Operating the Launch Gearshift light lights up or
Control flashes.
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Press and hold down starter Launch Control controls the
CAUTION button 1 until the display optimum torque on the rear
shows the number of starts wheel and keeps the engine
Launch Control permits max- with Launch Control still
imum acceleration, so unfa- speed constant up to the
permitted. speed specified below.
miliar riding situations can If no more starts are possible,
occur. Leave the throttle grip com-
Launch Control not av. pletely open.
Risk of accident through Clutch too hot. is dis-
increased acceleration. played.
Limiting the speed with Operating the Pit Lane
8 Speed when deactivating
engine speed limitation the Pit Lane Limiter Limiter
144 for Launch Control The Pit Lane Limiter helps you
to comply with a speed limit, e.g.
approx. 70 km/h in the pit lane. To do so, a max-
As soon as rpm limitation imum rpm is specified for the
ceases, engine rpm increases engine when riding in 1st gear.
because the throttle grip is in
On the race track
the full-throttle position. NOTICE

The throttle grip again reacts
The speed resulting from the
as normal.
maximum rotational speed is de-
Depending on the racetrack, pendent on the ratio and tyre Ride in 1st gear.
upshift and lean into bends. size. Press and hold down starter
If in third gear or leaning further button 1.
than 30°, the shift light disap- Range of values
Open throttle grip until the
z pears. 3500 to 8000 rpm in incre-
set maximum rpm has been
The race start with Launch ments of 100
reached.
Control is completed.
Adjusting the Pit Lane The ignition is interrupted to
Limiter limit engine speed.
Pit Lane Limiter
with riding modes Pro OE Go to Settings menu and
activate Racetrack.
Select Configuration.
Activate Pit Lane Limiter.
Select Configuration.
Adjust Speed.
DTC button 1 on the left handlebar
WARNING
DTC setting
operating facility. 8
As soon as the starter button DTC Adapting 145
The DTC controls permissible
is released the vehicle accel-
rear-wheel slip in accordance with riding modes Pro OE
erates in accordance with the
with your selected riding mode.
position of the throttle twist- Configuring RACE PRO riding
grip. with riding modes Pro OE modes ( 141).
Risk of crashing due to severe
On the race track

The control can be adjusted in Select the desired RACE PRO
jerk forward if throttle twistgrip in detail in the configuration of the riding mode.
full load position. RACE PRO riding modes.
Do not fully open the throttle Configuring RACE PRO riding NOTICE
twistgrip; instead, turn it only modes ( 141)
to the position at which the DTC can also be adjusted during
engine reaches its speed-limit riding.
rpm.
Release starter button 1. z
The vehicle accelerates at the
maximum rate.
The DTC setting can be adjusted

during riding via the DTC rocker
Press DTC rocker button 1 the rear wheel no longer turns.
8 downwards briefly in order to Under these circumstances,
reduce DTC control. BMW Motorrad recommends
146 The set value is shown in the temporarily switching off DTC.
display and is between -7 and Bear in mind that the rear wheel
7: will spin on the loose surface and
1 … 7: Reducing the slip on close the throttle in good time
the rear wheel by a maximum before you reach a firm surface.
On the race track
of seven stages. The value Traction control and wheelie sup-

Press rocker button 1 upwards 7 corresponds to the earliest pression are also switched off by
briefly in order to increase DTC DTC intervention. switching off DTC.
control. -1 … -7: Increasing the slip on Then reactivate DTC.
the rear wheel by a maximum Switching off DTC ( 67)
WARNING of seven stages. The value -7
corresponds to the latest DTC Chassis and
Loss of stability because of intervention.
z rear wheel spinning when suspension settings for
0: Factory setting
DTC control is reduced. racing
DTC display hidden: DTC
Risk of falling switched off. Observe the recommendations
Reduce DTC for riding on ra- for racing:
cing circuits only. DTC deactivation
Only change DTC control by On very loose surfaces (for Adjusting the steering damper
one level at a time and carefully example in a gravel trap of a race ( 107).
test the effects on drivability. track), the DTC's attempts to
control propulsive power might
reduce drive to the extent that
without Dynamic Damping Adjusting the compression- Removing and installing
Control (DDC) OE stage damping at the rear wheel mirrors 8
Adjusting the spring preload at ( 113).
Remove mirror 147
the rear wheel ( 109).
with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) OE ATTENTION
(DDC) OE Dynamic Damping Control (DDC)
Removal of the mirrors
Adjusting the spring preload at automatically selects the appro-
On the race track

Voiding of homologation for rid-
the rear wheel ( 110). priate damping ( 165).
ing on public roads
without Dynamic Damping with Dynamic Damping Control Do not ride on public roads
Control (DDC) OE (DDC) OE without mirrors.
Adjusting the compression- with riding modes Pro OE Place the motorcycle on its
stage damping at the front wheel Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) stand on firm, even ground.
( 111). can be individually adjusted
for the front and rear wheel
Adjusting the rebound-stage ( 141). z
damping at the front wheel
( 112). with Race package OE
or
Adjusting the rebound-stage
with M Package OE
damping at the rear wheel
( 113). Adjusting the riding height
( 115).
Adjusting the swinging arm
( 116). Remove screws 1 and 2.
Remove windscreen in the dir-
8 ection of arrow.
148
On the race track
Disconnect connector for right Remove nuts 1 and 2 on the

turn indicator 1 and left turn left and right and remove mir-
indicator 2. rors.
Unclip air inlet flap at the top Carefully thread out cable.
in the direction of arrow and NOTICE
remove downwards.
If the mirrors with integrated turn
z indicators are removed in pre-
paration for a race-track session,
the vehicle electronics detect a
defective light and the appropri-
ate warning message appears
on the display. Deactivating the
Light warnings function in the
RACETRACK CONFIGURATION
menu suppresses this warning Secure fairing 1 at the left and
message. right fairing bracket 2. If cable
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ straps are used, protect any
chafe points using adhesive
tape. 8
NOTICE 149
Use the M Cover Kit from

BMW Motorrad to cover the
resulting bolt holes and re-
establish fastening.
On the race track

Position windscreen in the dir- Remove screws 1 and 2.
ection of arrow. Remove windscreen in the dir-
Install bolts 1 and 2. ection of arrow.
Install mirror
stand on firm, even ground. z
Remove trim panel mounting.
Position air inlet flap 1 and clip

in at the top 2.
Unclip air inlet flap at the top

in the direction of arrow and
remove downwards.
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150
On the race track
Carefully thread in cable for Install nuts 1 and 2 on the rear Connect connector for right
turn indicators. of the fairing using the appro- turn indicator 1 and left turn
Place left and right mirrors in priate torque. indicator 2.
the mountings 1.
Mirror to front panel car-
rier
z Thread-locking compound:
mechanical
8 Nm
Insert air inlet flap at the bot-

tom 1 and clip in at the top 2.
With the number-plate carrier
removed, do not ride the mo- 8
torcycle on public roads.
151
Removing rear seat ( 80).
On the race track

( 79).
Position windscreen in the dir- Carefully unclip left and right
ection of arrow. rear trim panel 1, first horizont-
Install bolts 1 and 2. ally 2, then vertically 3.
Removing and installing

number-plate carrier
z
Removing number-plate
carrier
ATTENTION
Remove screws 1 and 2.
Removal of the number plate Unclip left and right rear trim
carrier panels carefully in the direc-
Voiding of homologation for rid- tion of arrow. Remove cable strap 1.
ing on public roads
Disconnect connector for num-
8 ber plate light 2 and left turn
indicator 3.
152
NOTICE
If the number-plate carrier is re-
moved in preparation for a race-
track session, the electronics de-
On the race track
tect a bulb failure and the ap-

propriate warning appears on Disconnect connector for right Remove screws 1.
the display. Deactivating the turn indicator 1.
Light warnings function in the
RACETRACK CONFIGURATION
menu suppresses this warning
message.
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Unhook number plate carrier 1

Feed out cable for right turn and remove downwards.
indicator 1, left turn indicator 2 Carefully thread out cable.
and number plate light 3.
NOTICE ( 79). 8
Use the M Cover Kit from 153
BMW Motorrad to cover the
resulting opening.
On the race track

Carefully clip in rear trim panel
in the direction of arrow.
Install bolts 1 and 2.
Remove screws 1 and 2.
with two-up riding package OE Unclip left and right rear trim
Install the rear seat ( 80). panels carefully in the direc-
Installing tail-hump cover tion of arrow. z
Carefully clip in left and right
rear trim panel 1, first vertic- ( 80).
ally 2, then horizontally 3.
Installing number-plate
carrier
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154
On the race track
Carefully unclip left and right Install screws 1. Thread in cable for right turn
rear trim panels 1, first hori- indicator 1, left turn indicator 2
Number plate carrier on
zontally 2, then vertically 3. and number plate light 3.
rear frame
2 Nm
Position number plate carrier 1 Connect connector for right

and carefully thread in cable. turn indicator 1.
Hook in number plate carrier 1.
Install the rear seat ( 80). 8
155
( 80).
Switching off ABS

when riding on the race
On the race track

track
Connect connector for number Carefully clip in left and right Deactivating the ABS
plate light 2 and left turn indic- rear trim panels 1, first vertic- function
ator 3. ally 2, then horizontally 3. Requirement
Install cable strap 1. Number plate carrier is removed.

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NOTICE
You have the option of deactiv-
ating the ABS function while the
motorcycle is on the move.
Carefully clip in rear trim panel

in the direction of arrow.
Install bolts 1 and 2.
In the RACE PRO riding Activating the ABS
8 modes, the ABS function function
remains switched off even after
156 switching the ignition off and
on again.
See the section entitled "En-
gineering details" for more in-
formation on brake systems
On the race track
with BMW Motorrad Integ-

Press button 1 for at least ral ABS:
three seconds. Partially integral brakes
ABS indicator and warning ( 162)
Hill Start Control function Press button 1 for at least 3
light comes on. seconds.
( 173)
with riding modes Pro OE ABS indicator and warning
The ABS function is switched light goes out; if self-dia-
z off. Dynamic Brake Control func-
tion ( 169) gnosis has not been completed,
The integral function is it starts to flash.
switched off.
Hill Start Control is still activ- The ABS function is switched
ated. on.
with riding modes Pro OE If the option Racetrack is
The function of the Dynamic deactivated in the menu Set-
Brake Control is also switched tings, ABS is also activated
off when the ABS function is by switching the ignition off
switched off. and on again.
An ABS fault has oc-
curred if the ABS indic-
NOTICE
8
ator and warning light shows The intelligent emergency call 157
when the motorcycle accel- control unit may only be removed
erates to a speed in excess for when riding on the race track.
of the minimum stated below The intelligent emergency call
after the ignition was switched control unit must be reinstalled
before returning to public road
On the race track

off and then on again.
traffic at the latest.
min 10 km/h Press intelligent emergency call
Removing intelligent control unit 1 out of the lock 3
Deactivating intelligent emergency call control and carefully remove 4 from
emergency call when unit the holder 2.
riding on the race track Disconnecting battery from
with intelligent emergency motorcycle ( 203).
Removing tail-hump trim panel z
call OE
( 198).
Preventing emergency
calls
In order to prevent an emergency
call connection from being es-
tablished in the event of falls on
race tracks with medical care, the
Disconnect plug connection 2
intelligent emergency call control
and store intelligent emergency
unit must be removed.
call control unit 1 in a place and allow it to engage in
8 that is dry and free of dust. lock 4.
Connecting battery to motor- Connecting battery to motor-
158 cycle ( 204). cycle ( 204).
Installing tail-hump trim panel Installing tail-hump trim panel
( 200). ( 200).
Installing intelligent Gearshift-pattern

On the race track
emergency call control reverser

unit Connect intelligent emergency Shift pattern for racing
Disconnecting battery from call control unit 1 with con-
motorcycle ( 203). The shift pattern can be reversed
nector 2.
Removing tail-hump trim panel for racing by changing the posi-
( 198). tion of the selector rod. Revers-
ing the shift pattern means that
the gearshift lever is lifted up for
z 1st gear and pressed down for
all the other gears. This is the
reverse of the arrangement for
riding on public roads.
Insert 3 intelligent emergency

control unit 1 into the holder 2
Reversing the shift Transfer the gearshift rod 4 The gearshift-pattern reverser
pattern to the thread for the inverted for racing is set up. 8
gearshift pattern 1.
159
ATTENTION
Riding with shift pattern re-
versal on public roads
Voiding of homologation for rid-
On the race track

ing on public roads
Do not install the gearshift-pat-
tern reverser for riding on pub-
lic roads.
Insert bolt 1 through ball joint 2

and washer 3.
Install bolt 1 in thread for inver- z
ted gearshift pattern 4.
Selector rod to gearshift
lever
Thread-locking compound:
Clean the thread 1. Micro-encapsulated
Pull off protective cap 2 and 8 Nm
slide on the gearshift rod 4. Push on protective cap 5.
Remove bolt 3 with washer.
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160
On the race track
Engineering details
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
9
161
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . 162
Dynamic Damping Control
(DDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Engineering details
Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Dynamic Brake Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . 170
Shift assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Hill Start Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 z
General instructions may therefore lead to fault to turn and directional stability
9 To find out more about engineer-
messages. is maintained irrespective of the
condition of the road surface.
162 ing, go to: How does ABS work?
bmw-motorrad.com/techno- What are the effects of
The amount of braking force that
logy surface irregularities?
can be transferred to the road
depends on factors that include Humps and surface irregularit-
Antilock Brake System ies can cause the wheels to lose
the coefficient of friction of the
Engineering details
(ABS) road surface. Loose stones, ice contact temporarily with the road
Partially integral brakes and snow or a wet road all have surface; if this happens the brak-
Your motorcycle is equipped with much lower coefficients of friction ing force that can be transmit-
partially integral brakes. Both than a clean, dry asphalt surface. ted to the road can drop to zero.
front and rear brakes are applied The lower the coefficient of fric- If the rider brakes in this situ-
when you pull the handbrake tion, the longer the braking dis- ation, the ABS has to reduce the
lever. The footbrake lever acts tance. brake pressure in order to ensure
only on the rear brake. If the rider increases braking driving stability when resuming
pressure to the extent that brak- contact with the road. Up to this
z point, BMW Motorrad Integral
ATTENTION ing force exceeds the maximum
transferable limit, the wheels start ABS assumes an extremely low
Attempted burn-out despite to lock and the motorcycle loses coefficient of friction (gravel, ice,
Integral braking function its directional stability; a fall is snow) so that the road wheels
Damage to rear brake and clutch imminent. Before this situation turn in every conceivable situ-
Burn-out must only occur from can occur, ABS intervenes and ation and so ensure driving sta-
a vehicle standstill. Burn-out adapts braking pressure to the bility. As soon as is registers the
is not proper vehicle use and maximum transferable braking actual circumstances, the system
force, so the wheels continue reacts instantly and adjusts brak-
ing force accordingly to achieve Rear wheel lift What is the design
optimum braking. Where there is a high level of baseline for ABS? 9
adhesion between the tyres Within the limits imposed by 163
What feedback does
and road, the front wheel is physics, the ABS ensures dir-
the rider receive from only blocked very late or not at ectional stability on any surface.
the BMW Motorrad all even when the brakes are The system is not optimised for
Race ABS? applied forcefully. Consequently, special requirements that apply
If the ABS has to reduce braking ABS does not intervene until under extreme competitive situ-
Engineering details
force on account of the circum- very late, if at all. Under these ations on the track. The driving
stances described above, vibra- circumstances the rear wheel behaviour should be adapted to
tion is perceptible through the can lift off the ground, and the actual driving skills and the road
brake lever. outcome can be a highsiding conditions.
When the brake lever is pulled, situation in which the motorcycle
brake pressure is also built up can flip over. Special situations
at the rear wheel by the integral The speeds of the front and rear
function. If the brake pedal is WARNING wheels are compared as one
depressed after the brake lever Rear wheel lift due to severe means of detecting a wheel's z
is pulled, the brake pressure built braking incipient tendency to lock. If
up beforehand is perceptible as Risk of falling the system registers implaus-
counter-pressure sooner than is ible values for a lengthy period
When you brake sharply, bear
the case when the brake pedal is the ABS function is deactivated
in mind that ABS control can-
depressed either before or at the for safety reasons and an ABS
not always be relied on to pre-
same time as the brake lever is fault message is issued. Self-dia-
vent the rear wheel from lifting
pulled. gnosis has to complete before
clear of the ground.
fault messages can be issued.
In addition to problems with the What is the role of regular Invariably, the rider bears re-
9 BMW Motorrad Race ABS, ex- servicing? sponsibility for assessing road
ceptional riding conditions can and traffic conditions and ad-
164 lead to a fault message being is- opting his or her style of riding
WARNING
sued. accordingly.
Exceptional riding Brake system not regularly Do not take risks that would
conditions: serviced. negate the additional margin of
Heating up with the motorcycle Risk of accident safety offered by this system.
Engineering details
on an auxiliary stand, in neutral In order to ensure that the

or with a gear engaged. BMW Motorrad Race ABS is ABS Pro
Rear wheel locked by the en- always maintained in optimum ABS Pro increases safety,
gine brake for a lengthy period, condition, it is essential for you particularly when braking in
for example while descending to comply strictly with the spe- bends. ABS Pro prevents the
steep gradients. cified inspection intervals. wheels from locking up, even
when the brakes are sharply
If a fault message is issued on Safety reserves actuated. ABS Pro reduces
account of exceptional riding The potentially shorter braking abrupt changes in steering force,
z conditions, you can reactivate distances which ABS permits particularly in shock braking, and
the ABS function by switching must not be used as an excuse thus prevents an undesirable
the ignition off and on again. for careless riding. It is primarily lifting up of the vehicle.
there to provide a safety reserve
for emergency situations. ABS intervention
Technically speaking, depending
WARNING
on the riding situation ABS Pro
Braking when cornering adapts ABS intervention to the
motorcycle's bank angle. Signals
Risk of accident despite ABS
for rate of roll and rate of yaw deceleration of the motorcycle, with riding modes Pro OE
and lateral acceleration are used even when cornering. The damping values for the front 9
to calculate bank angle. These wheel and for the rear wheel can
signals come from the angular NOTICE 165
be adjusted between 14 levels in
rate sensor, an integral compon- the RACE PRO CONFIGURATION
ABS Pro is activated in the
ent of Dynamic Traction Con- menu (level 1: "softest" setting;
RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC riding
trol DTC and Dynamic Damping level 14: "hardest" setting). Re-
modes. It is deactivated in the
Control DDC. bound and compression damping
Engineering details
Race riding mode. ABS Pro can
As the motorcycle is heeled over be individually adjusted in the can be altered on the back wheel
more and more as it banks into Race Pro riding modes. separately.
a corner, an increasingly strict A spring travel sensor (racing
limit is imposed on the brake- Dynamic Damping accessory) has to be installed
pressure gradient for the start of on the front forks for separate
brake application. This slows the Control (DDC) compression-stage and rebound-
build-up of brake pressure to a with Dynamic Damping Control stage adjustment of the damping
corresponding degree. Addition- (DDC) OE values for the front suspension.
ally, pressure modulation is more
uniform across the range of ABS DDC Calibration is necessary if a z
intervention. Via ride height sensors, DDC de- spring travel sensor has been
tects movements in the chassis installed on the front forks, an
Advantages for the rider and suspension and responds by existing ride-height sensor on the
The advantages of ABS Pro for adjusting the EDC valves. The rear spring strut replaced, or the
the rider are sensitive response chassis and suspension will thus height of the suspension altered.
and high braking and directional be adapted to the characteristics Calibration is started in the
stability combined with best-case of the terrain. Settings, Vehicle settings,
DDC calibration menu.
Dynamic Traction the danger of overheating when With DTC, the speeds of
9 Control (DTC) using unsuitable tyres on the the front and rear wheels are
race track. compared and the angle of heel
166 How does Dynamic taken into account as one means
Traction Control work? WARNING of detecting the rear wheel's
DTC takes the vehicle tilt into Risky riding incipient tendency to spin or slip
accounts, conveniently controls Risk of accident despite DTC sideways.
it and is useful for improving lap
Engineering details
Invariably, the rider bears re-

times on the racetrack. If the lean angle values are iden-
sponsibility for assessing road
The Dynamic Traction Control tified as implausible over an ex-
and traffic conditions and ad-
system compares the speed of tended period of time, a substi-
opting his or her style of riding
rotation at the circumferences tute value is used for the lean
accordingly.
of the front wheel and the rear angle or the DTC is switched off.
Do not take risks that would Under these circumstances the
wheel. The differential is used negate the additional safety
to compute slip as a measure of indicator for a DTC fault shows.
offered by this system. Self-diagnosis has to complete
the reserves of stability available
at the rear wheel. If slip exceeds before fault messages can be is-
z Special situations
a certain limit, the engine man- sued.
In accordance with the laws of The BMW Motorrad traction con-
agement system intervenes and
physics, the ability to accelerate trol may switch off automatically
adapts engine torque accordingly.
is restricted more and more as under the exceptional riding con-
DTC can only provide support
the angle of heel increases. Con- ditions outlined below.
within the physical limits. The
sequently, there can be a per-
physical limits are strongly de-
ceptible reduction in acceleration
pendent on the road surface,
out of very tight bends.
road temperatures, tyre choice
and tyre temperature. There is
Exceptional riding Riding mode with riding modes Pro OE
conditions:
Selection
In the RACE PRO riding modes, 9
Riding for a lengthy period with the settings for the systems En-
To adjust the motorcycle to the 167
the front wheel lifted off the gine, Engine Brake, Trac-
ground (wheelie). road condition and the desired tion (DTC), Wheelie (DTC),
driving experience, the following ABS and DDC can be individually
Rear wheel rotating with the
riding modes can be selected: adjusted.
vehicle held stationary by ap-
plying the front brake (burn- RAIN
Engineering details
ROAD Torque, throttle response
out).
DYNAMIC and overrun acoustics
Heating up with the motorcycle
on an auxiliary stand, in neutral RACE In the RAIN riding mode: soft
or with a gear engaged. throttle response, reduced
with riding modes Pro OE torque in low gears, overrun
When riding on a slippery sur- RACE PRO 1 acoustics not active.
face, never snap the throttle grip RACE PRO 2 In the ROAD and DYNAMIC
fully closed without pulling the RACE PRO 3 riding modes: optimum throttle
clutch at the same time. En- response, reduced torque in
gine braking torque can cause When activated, the RACE PRO low gears, overrun acoustics z
the rear wheel to skid, with a cor- riding modes replace the RAIN, active.
responding loss of stability. The ROAD and DYNAMIC riding In the RACE riding mode: op-
BMW Motorrad DTC is unable to modes. timum throttle response, max-
control a situation of this nature. A coordinated setting for the sys- imum torque, overrun acoustics
tems Engine, Engine Brake, active.
DTC, Wheelie (DTC), ABS and
DDC is available for each riding
mode.
with riding modes Pro OE may be slightly reduced accel- Wheelie possible; optimum
9 Additionally in the RACE PRO eration on dry roads. drive.
riding modes: soft throttle re- In the DYNAMIC riding mode:
168 high performance on dry roads. with riding modes Pro OE
sponse, maximum torque, over-
run acoustics active. In the event of poor road con- In the RACE PRO riding modes
ditions, optimum stability can- with setting 1: high Wheelie
Braking effect of the engine not be guaranteed. possible. The rider must de-
In the RAIN and ROAD riding In the RACE riding mode: max- celerate the rear wheel them-
Engineering details
modes: maximum braking ef- imum performance. In the selves in order to prevent the
fect of the engine. event of a poor road or when Wheelie. The system only in-
In the DYNAMIC and RACE using unsuitable tyres, for ex- tervenes late.
riding modes: moderate brak- ample touring tyres, stabil- In the RACE PRO riding modes
ing effect of the engine. ity may be impaired. In the with setting 0: the system is
RACE PRO riding modes, trac- deactivated.
with riding modes Pro OE tion control can be finely ad-
Additionally in the RACE PRO justed using the DTC rocker ABS
riding modes: minimal braking button while riding to ensure The rear wheel lift-off assistant
z effect of the engine. optimum performance. is active in the RAIN, ROAD
and DYNAMIC riding modes.
Traction control (DTC) Wheelie (DTC) – lifting of the In RAIN, ROAD, and DYNAMIC
In the RAIN riding mode: max- front wheel riding modes, the ABS is set to
imum stability on wet roads. In the RAIN riding mode: on-road mode.
There may be reduced acceler- maximum stability. Efforts are In the RACE riding mode, ABS
ation on dry roads. made to suppress a Wheelie. is tailored to race track opera-
In the ROAD riding mode: high In the ROAD, DYNAMIC and tion.
stability on dry roads. There RACE riding modes: shallow
with riding modes Pro OE Mode changes Dynamic Brake Control
In the RACE PRO riding The riding mode can be changed with riding modes Pro OE 9
modes: the use of ABS can be while the vehicle is stationary 169
adjusted individually. with the ignition on. It is possible Dynamic Brake Control
to change it while driving under function
the following conditions:
(DDC) OE
No drive torque on the rear NOTICE
DDC wheel.
Engineering details
In the RAIN and ROAD riding No brake pressure in the brake The Dynamic Brake Control func-
modes: setting of the damper system. tion is active in all riding modes.
characteristics for comfortable It can only be deactivated in the
riding. The following steps must be RACE PRO riding modes by indi-
In the DYNAMIC riding mode: taken to change the riding mode: vidually adjusting the ABS.
setting of the damper charac- Close the throttle twistgrip.
teristics for sporty riding. Release the brake levers. The Dynamic Brake Control
In the RACE riding mode: set- Deactivate the cruise control. function assists the rider during
ting of the damper characterist- emergency braking.
The desired riding mode is ini- Detection of emergency z
ics for riding on the race track.
tially preselected. The mode braking
with riding modes Pro OE change does not take place until Emergency braking is detected
In the RACE PRO riding the systems in question are all in when the front brake is actu-
modes: the damper the appropriate state. ated quickly and forcefully.
characteristics can be adjusted The selection menu does not
individually. disappear from the display un-
til the mode change has taken
place.
Behaviour during emergency If, during the intervention of Tyre pressure control
9 braking the Dynamic Brake Control, (RDC)
If emergency braking is initiated the gas is closed (throttle grip
170 position < 5 %), the engine with tyre pressure control
at a speed above 10 km/h, the
Dynamic Brake Control takes torque requested by the ABS (RDC) OE
effect in addition to the ABS brake system is restored.
Function
function. If emergency braking
finishes and the throttle A sensor integrated into each
If partial braking at high brake
Engineering details
grip is still actuated, the tyre measures the air tempera-

pressure gradients is initiated,
Dynamic Brake Control will ture and the air pressure inside
the Dynamic Brake Control in-
reduce the engine torque the tyre and transmits this in-
creases the integral brake pres-
to the driver's choice in a formation to the control unit.
sure on the rear wheel. The
controlled manner. The sensors are fitted with a
stopping distance shortens and
centrifugal-force trip switch which
controlled braking is possible.
allows the measured values to be
NOTICE transmitted after the minimum
Behaviour during accidental
actuation of the throttle grip The function of the Dynamic speed is exceeded the first time.
z If, during emergency Brake Control is switched off Minimum speed for
braking, the throttle grip is at the same time as the ABS is transmission of the RDC
accidentally actuated (grip switched off. measured values:
position > 5 %), the actual
braking effect caused by the min 30 km/h
Dynamic Brake Control is The display shows -- for each
guaranteed by closing the tyre until the tyre-pressure signal
gas. The effect of emergency is received for the first time. The
braking is guaranteed. sensors continue to transmit the
measured-value signals for some Temperature pressure. As a result, the val-
time after the vehicle comes to a compensation ues displayed there usually do 9
stop. Tyre pressure is a temperature- not correspond to the values dis-
played in the TFT display. 171
Transmission duration sensitive variable: pressure in-
of the measured values creases as tyre-air temperature Pressure adaptation
after vehicle standstill: rises and decreases as tyre-air
Compare the RDC value on the
temperature drops. Tyre-air tem-
min 15 min TFT display with the value in the
perature depends on ambient
Engineering details
table on the back cover of the
An error message is issued if temperature as well as on the
Rider's Manual. Then use the
wheels without sensors are fit- style of riding and the duration of
air-line gauge at a service station
ted to a vehicle equipped with an the ride.
to compensate for the difference
RDC control unit.
The tyre pressures between the RDC reading and
Tyre pressure ranges are shown in the TFT the value in the table.
The RDC control unit display as temperature
distinguishes between three tyre compensated and always Example
pressure ranges matched to the refer to the following tyre air
temperature: z
vehicle:
Filling pressure within the per- According to the Rider's
20 °C
missible tolerance Manual, the tyre pressure
The air lines available to the pub- should be the following value:
Filling pressure in the limit lic in petrol stations and motor-
range of the permissible tol- 2.5 bar
way service areas have gauges
erance that do not compensate for tem- The following display is shown
Filling pressure outside permit- perature; the reading shown by in the TFT display:
ted tolerance a gauge of this nature is the 2.3 bar
temperature-dependent tyre-air
Advantages this position until the gearshift is
9 Example
70-80 % of all gearshifts on a completed. It is not necessary
trip can be done without using to increase the force applied to
172 the shift lever while shifting is
Missing: the clutch.
Less relative movement in progress. Once the gearshift
0.2 bar
between rider and passenger has completed the shift lever
The tester on the filling station because the shift pauses are has to be fully released before
shows: shorter. another gearshift with the Pro
Engineering details
2.4 bar It is not necessary to close the shift assistant can take place.
throttle valve when shifting un- Constantly maintain the corres-
The tyre pressure must be in-
der acceleration. ponding load condition (throttle
creased to the following value
When braking and downshifting grip position) before and during
to reach the correct tyre pres-
(throttle valve closed), engine gear shifts using the Gear Shift
sure:
speed is adjusted by blipping Assistant Pro. A change in the
2.6 bar position of the throttle twistgrip
the throttle.
Shift time is shorter than a during a gearshift can cause the
Shift assistant gearshift with clutch actuation. function to abort and/or lead to a
z missed shift. The shift assistant
Shift assistant Pro
In order for the system to identify Pro provides no assistance for
Your vehicle is equipped with a the gear change if the rider de-
shift assistant, a system originally a request for a gearshift, the rider
has to move the shift lever from clutches.
developed for racing and now ad-
its idle position in the desired dir- Downshifting
apted for riding on public roads.
It permits upshifts and downshifts ection against the force of the Downshifting is assisted until
without declutching or closing spring through a certain "over- maximum rpm for the target
the throttle in virtually all load and travel" at ordinary speed or rap- gear to be selected is reached.
idly and keep the shift lever in This prevents overrevving.
rpm ranges. https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/
ally with the ABS brake system release when driving off. More
Maximum engine speed
without the driver having to con- torque is required for driving off 9
stantly operate the brake lever. which also requires the rider to
Pressure in the rear brake sys- turn the throttle grip again. 173
max 14600 min-1
tem is built up when Hill Start
with power reduction OE Control is activated in order to Behaviour when the
max 14600 min-1 keep the motorcycle stationary motorcycle rolls or slips
Upshifting on an incline. If the motorcycle rolls when Hill
Engineering details
The brake pressure in the brake Start Control is activated, the
The shift assistant provides
system is dependent on the brake pressure is increased.
no assistance if engine speed
drops below idle during an up- gradient. If the rear wheel slips, the
shift. Effect of an incline on brake brake is released again after
pressure and drive-off approx. 1 m. This prevents,
behaviour for example, slipping due to a
Idle speed blocked rear wheel.
If the motorcycle is stopped on
a gentle incline, only low brake
Releasing brake when
1270 min-1 (Engine at regular pressure is built up. In this z
stopping the engine or
operating temperature) case, the brakes are quickly
timeout
released when driving off. The
motorcycle can be moved off Hill Start Control is deactivated
Hill Start Control when the engine is stopped us-
more gently. It is not necessary
Hill Start Control function to turn the throttle grip again. ing the emergency-off switch,
Hill Start Control assistant pre- If the motorcycle is stopped when the side stand is folded out
vents the motorcycle from rolling on a steep incline, high brake or after timeout (10 minutes).
backwards uncontrolled on gradi- pressure is built up. In this In addition to the indicator and
ents by intervening specific- warning lights, the rider should
case, the brakes take longer to
be made aware that Hill Start
9 Control has been deactivated by
the following behaviour:
174 Brake warning jolt
The brake is released briefly
and reactivated immediately.
This creates a jolt which the
rider feels.
Engineering details
The ABS brake system with

partially integral function sets a
speed of approx. 1-2 km/h.
The rider must brake the mo-
torcycle manually.
After two minutes, or when
the brake is actuated, Hill Start
Control is completely deactiv-
z ated.
NOTICE
The holding pressure is released
immediately without a brake
warning jolt as soon as the
ignition is switched off.
Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
10
175
Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Maintenance
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 z
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Body panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
General instructions Toolkit 2 Adjusting spring preload
10 The "Maintenance" chapter de-
for front wheel ( 108).
with Dynamic Damping
176 scribes straightforward proced-
Control (DDC) OE
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts.
Special tightening torques are lis-
3 Reversible screwdriver
ted as applicable. The tightening
blade
Maintenance
torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your vehicle are listed in Slotted bit and Torx T25
the section entitled "Technical Removing and installing
data". trim panel components.
1 Lever Removing front seat
You will find information on more without Dynamic Damp-
extensive maintenance and repair ( 81).
z ing Control (DDC) OE without Dynamic Damp-
work in the Repair Manual on Adjusting spring preload
DVD for your vehicle, which is ing Control (DDC) OE
for rear wheel ( 109). Adjusting compression-
available from your authorised
with Race package OE stage damping for front
or wheel ( 111).
Some of the work calls for spe- with M Package OE without Dynamic Damp-
cial tools and a thorough know- Adjusting riding height ing Control (DDC) OE
ledge of the technology involved. at the traction strut Adjust the rebound-
If you are in doubt, consult a ( 115). stage damping for front
specialist workshop, preferably 2 Open-ended spanner wheel ( 112).
your authorised BMW Motorrad Width across flats 10/13
Retailer. Removing battery
( 205).
3 without Dynamic Damp- Front-wheel stand
Installing auxiliary stand 10
damping for rear wheel at front wheel 177
( 113).
ATTENTION
ing Control (DDC) OE Use of the BMW Motorrad
Adjusting compression- front wheel stand without ac-
Maintenance
stage damping for rear companying use of centre
wheel ( 113). stand or auxiliary stand Use basic stand (83 30 0 402
4 Replacement fuses Risk of damage to parts if vehicle 241) with the adapters (83 30
7.5 A topples 2 152 839).
15 A Place the motorcycle on its
5 Plastic cap centre stand or another auxili- z
Adjusting spring preload ary stand before lifting the front
for front wheel ( 108). wheel with the BMW Motorrad
6 Torx wrench, T30 front-wheel stand.
Removing and installing Place the motorcycle
trim panel components. on an auxiliary stand;
the BMW Motorrad auxiliary
stand.
Installing the rear-wheel stand Insert service adapter (83 30
( 178). 2 152 840) 1 into the front
suspension on left and right.
Rear-wheel stand
10 Installing the rear-wheel
178 stand
Maintenance
Turn brackets 2 with long sides Engage the auxiliary stand in

facing inwards. the front suspension and apply
Adjust adapters 3 to the width even pressure to push it down
of the service adapters used in to the ground.
z the front suspension. Use basic stand with tool num-
Set the height of the auxiliary ber (83 30 0 402 241) and ad-
stand to raise the front wheel apters (83 30 2 152 839).
slightly clear of the ground.
10
179
Maintenance
Install service adapters (83 30 Turn brackets 2 with the long Engage the rear-wheel stand in
2 152 841) 1 in the rear wheel sides facing outwards. the rear wheel swinging arm
swinging arm on left and right Adjust adapters 3 to the width and apply even pressure to
and tighten to the specified of the service adapters used in push it down to the ground.
torque. the rear wheel swinging arm. z
Set the height of the rear- Engine oil
Swinging-arm adapter to
wheel stand to raise the rear Checking engine oil level
rear wheel swinging arm
wheel slightly clear of the
20 Nm ground. ATTENTION
Misinterpretation of oil level
reading, because oil level is
temperature-dependent (the
higher the temperature, the
higher the oil level)
Engine damage
Check the oil level only
10 after a lengthy ride or when
the engine is at operating
180 temperature.
Make sure the engine is at op-
erating temperature and hold
the motorcycle upright.
Maintenance
Allow the engine to idle for one

minute.
Switch off the ignition. Check the oil level in the
Engine oil, specified level
Wait five minutes for the oil to display 1.
drain into the oil pan.
Between MIN and MAX
z NOTICE marks
To protect the environment,
occasionally checking the
engine oil after a journey of at
least 50 km.
Topping up the engine oil Top up the engine oil to the
Engine oil, capacity
Place the motorcycle on its specified level. 10
stand on firm, even ground. Checking engine oil level
( 179). 181
SAE 5W-40, API SJ / Wipe the area around the oil
JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. filler opening clean. Fit cap of the oil filler open-
molybdenum-based) are ing 1.
not permissible because
they can attack coated Brake system
Maintenance
components of the engine, Checking function of
BMW Motorrad recommends brakes
BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC
Operate brake lever.
Ultimate oil.
The pressure point must be
approx. 4.5 l (with filter clearly perceptible.
change) z
Press the footbrake lever.
If the oil level is below the min- The pressure point must be
imum mark: Remove cap 1 of the oil filler
clearly perceptible.
Topping up the engine oil opening.
If pressure points are not clearly
( 181). perceptible:
ATTENTION
If the oil level is above the max- Use of insufficient engine oil ATTENTION
imum mark: or too much engine oil
Have the oil level corrected Work on brake system not
Engine damage
by a specialist workshop, in compliance with correct
Always make sure that the oil procedure
preferably an authorised
level is correct.
BMW Motorrad dealer. Risk to operational reliability of
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ the brake system
Have all work on the brake sys-
10 tem undertaken by trained and
qualified specialists.
182
Have the brakes checked by a
Retailer.
Maintenance
Checking front brake pad

thickness Visually inspect the left and
Brake-pad wear limit,
Place the motorcycle on its right brake pads to ascertain
front
stand on firm, even ground. their thickness. Viewing dir-
Turn the handlebars to the full- ection: from the rear toward min 1 mm (Friction pad only,
z lock position. brake pads 1. without backing plate)
If the brake pads are worn:
WARNING
10
Brake-pad thickness less 183
than permissible minimum
Diminished braking effect, dam-
age to the brakes
In order to ensure the depend-
Maintenance
ability of the brake system, do
not permit the brake pads to
wear past the minimum per- Visually inspect the brake pads
Brake-pad wear limit,
missible thickness. to ascertain their thickness.
rear
Viewing direction: from the rear
Have the brake pads replaced
toward brake pads 1. min 0.9 mm (friction pad only,
by a specialist workshop,
without backing plate.)
z
BMW Motorrad Retailer. If the brake pads are worn:
Checking rear brake pad
thickness
10 WARNING
184 Brake-pad thickness less

than permissible minimum
Diminished braking effect, dam-
age to the brakes
In order to ensure the depend-
Maintenance
ability of the brake system, do

not permit the brake pads to
wear past the minimum per- Check brake fluid level on the
Brake fluid level, front
missible thickness. brake fluid expansion tank 1.
Have the brake pads replaced NOTICE
by a specialist workshop, Brake fluid, DOT4
z
preferably an authorised Wear of the brake pads causes The brake fluid level must
BMW Motorrad Retailer. the brake fluid level in the reser- not fall below the MIN mark.
voir to sink. (Brake-fluid reservoir, hori-
Checking brake-fluid zontal)
level, front brakes
If the brake fluid level drops be-
Make sure the ground is level low the permitted level:
and firm and hold the motor-
cycle upright.
Move the handlebars to the
straight-ahead position.
WARNING
10
Not enough brake fluid in 185
brake fluid tank
Considerably reduced braking
power due to air in the brake
system
Maintenance
Adjust the riding mode imme-
diately until the fault is rectified.
Check the brake-fluid level at Check the brake fluid level in
Brake fluid level, rear
regular intervals. the brake fluid tank rear 1.
Have the defect rectified as NOTICE
quickly as possible by a spe- Brake fluid, DOT4
z
cialist workshop, preferably an Wear of the brake pads causes The brake fluid level must
authorised BMW Motorrad Re- the brake fluid level in the reser- not fall below the MIN mark.
tailer. voir to sink. (Brake-fluid reservoir, hori-
zontal)
Checking the brake-fluid
If the brake fluid level drops be-
level, rear brakes low the permitted level:
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and hold the motor-
cycle upright.
If no increase in force with in-
10 WARNING
creasing actuation is perceptible:
Not enough brake fluid in Have the clutch checked by a
186
brake fluid tank specialist workshop, preferably
Considerably reduced braking an authorised BMW Motorrad
power due to air in the brake Retailer.
system
Checking clutch-lever
Maintenance
Adjust the riding mode imme-

diately until the fault is rectified. play
Check the brake-fluid level at Requirement Repeatedly pull clutch lever 1
regular intervals. Engine is cold. tight against the grip.
Pull clutch lever 1 gently until
Have the defect rectified as Place the motorcycle on its resistance is perceptible, ob-
z quickly as possible by a spe- stand on firm, even ground. serving the clutch play A.
cialist workshop, preferably an Move the handlebars to the
authorised BMW Motorrad Re- straight-ahead position. Clutch-lever play
tailer.
Clutch 3...5 mm (on the manual con-

trols, handlebars in straight-
Checking clutch function ahead position, with cold en-
Pull the clutch lever. gine)
An increase in force with in-
Clutch play is out of tolerance:
creasing actuation must be
Adjusting clutch play ( 187).
perceptible.
Adjusting clutch play it only be possible to set the
correct clutch play by unscrewing 10
further.
187
Checking clutch-lever play
( 186).
Tighten lock nut 1 while hold-
ing adjusting screw 2.
Maintenance
Coolant
Check the coolant level in ex-
Check coolant level
Loosen lock nut 1. pansion tank 1. Viewing direc-
Place the motorcycle on its tion: From in front toward the
To increase clutch play: screw stand on firm, even ground.
adjusting screw 2 into the inside of the right side panel.
handlebar fitting.
Turn the handlebars all the way z
to left.
To reduce clutch play: un-
screw adjusting screw 2 from
the handlebar fitting.
NOTICE
The distance between lock nut
and nut (measured internally)
must not exceed 14 mm.
Consult a specialist workshop,
BMW Motorrad Retailer, should
Top up coolant Impaired handling characteristics
10 of the motorcycle, shorter useful
tyre life
188 Always check that the tyre
pressures are correct.
WARNING
Maintenance
Tendency of valve inserts to

open by themselves at high
Specified level for riding speeds
coolant Open cap 1 of the expansion Sudden loss of tyre pressure
tank. Install valve caps fitted with
Between MIN and MAX Top up coolant to the specified rubber sealing rings and tighten
z marks on the expansion tank level using a suitable funnel. firmly.
(cold engine) Check coolant level ( 187).
If the coolant drops below the Close the cap 1 of the expan-
permitted level: sion tank.
Check tyre pressures against
Top up the coolant. the data below.
Tyres
Checking tyre pressure Tyre pressure, front
WARNING
2.5 bar (One-up, with cold
Incorrect tyre pressure tyre)
preferably by an authorised locations of the marks are indic-
Tyre pressure, front
BMW Motorrad Retailer. ated on the edge of the tyre, e.g. 10
by the letters TI, TWI or by an
Checking tyre tread depth arrow. 189
2.5 bar (Two-up mode with
load, with cold tyres) If the tyre tread is worn to min-
WARNING
imum:
Tyre pressure, rear Riding with badly worn tyres Replace tyre or tyres, as applic-
Maintenance
Risk of accident due to impaired able.
handling
2.9 bar (One-up, with cold
tyre) If applicable, have the tyres Wheels
changed in good time before
2.9 bar (Two-up mode with Effect of wheel size on
they wear to the minimum
load, with cold tyres) tread depth permitted by law.
chassis and suspension
If tyre pressure is too low: control systems z
Correct tyre pressure. The wheel sizes play an essen-
tial role with DTC. In particular,
Measure the tyre tread depth
Rims and tyres in the main tread grooves with
the diameter and the width of
the vehicle's wheels are pro-
Check wheel rims wear marks.
grammed into the control unit
Place the motorcycle on its and are fundamental to all cal-
stand on firm, even ground. NOTICE
culations. Any change in these
Visually inspect the rims for Wear indicators are built into the influencing variables, caused for
defects. main profile grooves on each example by a switch to wheels
Have damaged rims inspected tyre. The tyre is worn out when other than those installed ex-
by a specialist workshop the tyre tread has worn down works, can have serious effects
and replaced if necessary,
to the level of the marks. The
on the performance of the con- changed. Draw the attention of
10 trol systems. your BMW Motorrad retailer or
The sensor rings are essential the specialist workshop to the
190 for correct road-speed calcula- RDC sensor.
tion, and they too must match
the motorcycle's control sys- Removing front wheel
tems and consequently cannot Place the motorcycle
be changed. on an auxiliary stand;
Maintenance
If you decide that you would like BMW Motorrad recommends

to fit non-standard wheels to the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel
your motorcycle, it is very import- ATTENTION stand.
ant to consult a specialist work- Installing the rear-wheel stand
shop beforehand, preferably an Tyre removal not in compli- ( 178).
authorised BMW Motorrad Re- ance with correct procedure Mask off the parts of the wheel
z
tailer. In these cases, the data Damage to RDC sensors rim that could be scratched in
programmed into the control Be sure to explain to the spe- the process of removing the
units has to be changed to suit cialist workshop or authorised brake calipers.
the new wheel sizes. BMW Motorrad dealer that the
wheel is fitted with an RDC
RDC sticker sensor.
with tyre pressure control An appropriate sticker will
(RDC) OE be found on the rim at the
position of the RDC sensor on
motorcycles fitted with RDC.
Take care that the RDC sensor
is not damaged when the tyre is
Do not operate the brakes with Lift the front of the motorcycle
a brake caliper not correctly until the front wheel is clear of 10
secured. the ground, preferably using
a BMW Motorrad front-wheel 191
Remove mounting bolts 3 of
the left and right brake calipers. stand.
Installing auxiliary stand at front
wheel ( 177).
Maintenance
Disengage the cable for the
wheel speed sensor from hold-
ing clips 1 and 2.
Remove bolt 4 and remove the
wheel speed sensor from its z
bore hole.
Force the brake pads 1 slightly
ATTENTION
apart by rotational movement
Unwanted inward movement of the brake caliper 2 against ATTENTION
of the brake pads brake disc 3.
Component damage on attempt Carefully pull the brake calipers Incorrect gap between
to install the brake caliper or be- back and out until clear of the sensor ring and wheel speed
cause brake pads have to be brake discs. sensor due to misaligned
forced apart threaded bush in front
suspension
Damage to wheel speed sensor.
10 ABS malfunction ATTENTION
Left clamp locates the Tightening threaded fasten-
192 threaded bush; do not loosen ers to incorrect tightening
or remove this clamp. torque
Loosen clamping bolts 2. Damage, or threaded fasteners
Remove quick-release axle 1, work loose
Maintenance
while supporting the wheel. Always have the security of

Roll the front wheel forward to the fasteners checked by a
remove. specialist workshop, preferably Raise the front wheel, install
an authorised BMW Motorrad the quick-release axle 1 and
Install the front wheel dealer. tighten to specified torque.
z WARNING Quick-release axle in

ATTENTION threaded bush
Use of a non-standard wheel Front wheel installed wrong
Malfunctions in operation of ABS 50 Nm
way round
and DTC Risk of accident Tighten clamping bolts 2 to the
See the information on the ef- Note direction-of-rotation ar- specified tightening torque.
fect of wheel size on the ABS rows on tyre or rim.
and DTC systems at the start
of this chapter. Roll the front wheel into
position between the front
suspension.
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193
Maintenance
Place brake caliper 2 on left Secure cable for wheel speed
Clamping bolts in wheel
and position cable routing 3. sensor in holder 1.
axle clamp
Install bolts 1 and tighten to Insert wheel speed sensor in
Tightening sequence: Tighten the specified torque. the bore hole and secure with
screws six times in alternate bolt 2. z
Radial brake caliper on
sequence wheel axle clamp
19 Nm
38 Nm
Place brake calliper on the
brake discs.
Removing rear wheel
10 Lift the motorcycle, preferably
194 with a BMW Motorrad rear-
wheel stand.
Installing the rear-wheel stand
( 178).
Slip wooden chocks or similar
under the rear wheel to prevent
Maintenance
it from dropping out after the

Place brake caliper 2 on the quick-release axle has been Remove axle nut 1 with
right and install bolts 1 to spe- removed. washer.
cified torque. Loosen lock nuts 2 on left and
right.
z Radial brake caliper on
Loosen adjusting screws 3 on
wheel axle clamp
left and right.
38 Nm Remove adjustment plate 4
and push the axle in as far as it
Remove the adhesive tape
will go.
from the wheel rim.
Powerfully pull brake lever sev-
eral times until the pressure
point can be felt.
Press the brake caliper 1
Remove front-wheel stands
against the brake disc 2.
and auxiliary stands.
Brake pistons are pushed back.
gage chain 1 from the chain Installing the rear wheel
sprocket. 10
ATTENTION
195
Change in tyre size
Effect on control systems
If the rear wheel tyre size is
changed from 190 / 55 ZR 17
Maintenance
to 200 / 55 ZR 17 or vice
versa, the parameters of
Remove quick-release axle 2 the control systems have to
and remove adjustment be re-coded by a specialist
plate 1. workshop, preferably an
Pull out brake-caliper support 1
authorised BMW Motorrad
to the front and hang to the
dealer.
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side.
Roll the rear wheel back until it
ATTENTION
is clear of the swinging arm.
Tightening threaded fasten-
NOTICE ers to incorrect tightening
The sprocket and the spacer torque
bushes on left and right are loose Damage, or threaded fasteners
fits in the wheel. Make sure that work loose
Roll the rear wheel as far for- these parts are not damaged or Always have the security of
ward as possible and disen- get lost on removal. the fasteners checked by a
10 dealer.
196
Maintenance
Insert brake caliper 1 with Roll the rear wheel as far

brake-caliper support 2 into the forward as possible and
Roll rear wheel on the support guide 3 of the swinging arm. loop chain 1 over the chain
into the swinging arm. sprocket.
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Ensure correct position of brake
line and ABS sensor cable. The
brake line and the ABS sensor
cable must sit in their guides in
order to prevent contact with the
rear wheel or exhaust system.
Install adjustment plate on the

right 1 in the swinging arm.
Lift the rear wheel and work Lighting Body panels
quick-release axle 2 through
Replacing LED light Remove the side panel 10
the adjustment plate and into
the brake-caliper support and sources 197
NOTICE
the rear wheel.
WARNING
Make sure that the quick-re- The procedure described here
lease axle fits into the recess Vehicle overlooked in traffic for the right side apply applies by
for the flats. due to failure of the lights on analogy to the left side panel.
Maintenance
the vehicle Place the motorcycle on its
Safety risk stand on firm, even ground.
Always replace a faulty bulb at
the earliest possible opportun-
ity. Consult a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorised z
All light sources of the vehicle

are LED light sources. The
Insert left adjustment plate 1. service life of the LED light
Install axle nut 2 with washer, sources is longer than the
but do not tighten it at this presumed vehicle service
life. If an LED light source Remove screws 1.
point.
is faulty, please contact a Remove screws 2.
Adjust chain sag ( 208). specialist workshop, preferably
Retailer.
Installing side panel
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198
Maintenance
Bend engine spoiler 2 Install screws 1.

downwards slightly and remove Insert fairing side panel 1 into Install screws 2.
bolt 1. grommets 2.
Removing tail-hump trim
z panel
( 79).
Loosen fairing side panel 1 Bend engine spoiler 2 down-

from grommets 2 and remove. wards slightly and install bolt 1.
cushion surface and expose
tab 2. 10
Remove bolt 3.
199
Lift up the rider's seat 1 at the
rear and unhook fixing 4.
Place the seat, upholstered
side down, on a clean surface.
Maintenance
Remove screws 1 and 2. Carefully unclip left and right
Unclip left and right rear trim rear trim panel 1, first horizont-
panels carefully in the direc- ally 2, then vertically 3.
tion of arrow.
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Remove bolts 1 and 3 from

tail-hump trim panel 2.
Carefully unclip panels 4 in
the direction of arrow.
Push the rider's seat cover 1

forward slightly on the seat
Installing tail-hump trim
10 panel
200
Maintenance
Lift tail-hump trim panel 1 in Carefully clip in panels 4 in

the direction of arrow and the direction of arrow to the
remove from retaining tab 2. Position tail-hump trim panel 1 tail-hump trim panel 2.
at retaining tab 2. Install bolts 1 and 3.
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Install the rear seat ( 80). 10
Installing tail-hump cover 201
( 80).
Jump-starting
Maintenance
CAUTION
Insert rider's seat 1 into the fix- Carefully clip in left and right Touching live parts of the ig-
ing 4 at the front and position rear trim panel 1, first vertic- nition system when the en-
it. ally 2, then horizontally 3. gine is running
Push the rider's seat cover 1 Electric shock
forward slightly on the seat Do not touch parts of the igni- z
cushion surface and expose tion system when the engine is
tab 2. running.
Position and install bolt 3.
ATTENTION
Excessive current flowing
when the motorcycle is
jump-started
Carefully clip in rear trim panel Wiring smoulders/ignites or dam-
in the direction of arrow. age to the on-board electronics
Install bolts 1 and 2. If the motorcycle has to be
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ jump-started connect the leads
to the battery terminals; never from the on-board electrical Allow both engines to idle for a
10 attempt to jump-start the en- system. few minutes before disconnect-
gine by connecting leads to the Removing front seat ( 81). ing the jump leads.
202 on-board socket. Disconnect the jump lead from
Run the engine of the donor
vehicle during jump-starting. the negative terminals first,
ATTENTION Begin by connecting one end then disconnect the second
of the red jump lead to the lead from the positive termin-
Contact between crocodile positive terminal of the dis- als.
Maintenance
clips of jump leads and charged battery and the other Installing front seat ( 81).
vehicle end to the positive terminal of
Risk of short-circuit the donor battery. Battery
Use jump leads fitted with fully Then connect one end of the
insulated crocodile clips at both Maintenance instructions
black jump lead to the negative
ends. Correct upkeep, recharging and
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storage will prolong the life of
and the other end to the neg-
ATTENTION the battery and are essential if
ative terminal of the discharged
warranty claims are to be con-
battery.
Jump-starting with a voltage sidered.
greater than 12 V Start the engine of the vehicle
Compliance with the points be-
with the discharged battery
Damage to the on-board elec- low is important in order to max-
in the usual way; if the en-
tronics imise battery life:
gine does not start, wait a few
Make sure that the battery of Keep the surface of the battery
minutes before repeating the
the donor vehicle does not ex- clean and dry.
attempt in order to protect the
ceed a voltage of 12 V. Do not open the battery.
starter motor and the donor
When jump-starting the engine, battery. Do not top up with water.
do not disconnect the battery
Be sure to read and comply the battery charged during long
with the instructions for char- periods of disuse, without having 10
ging the battery on the follow- to disconnect the battery from
ing pages. the motorcycle's on-board sys- 203
Do not turn the battery upside tems. You can obtain additional
down. information from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Maintenance
ATTENTION Disconnecting battery
On-board electronics (e.g. from motorcycle
clock) draining connected Place the motorcycle on its ATTENTION
battery stand on firm, even ground.
Battery is deep-discharged; this Battery not disconnected in
Removing front seat ( 81).
accordance with correct pro-
voids the guarantee with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
cedure
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Connect a float charger to the If applicable, switch off DWA.
battery if the motorcycle is to Risk of short-circuit
remain out of use for more Always proceed in compliance
than four weeks. with the specified disconnec-
tion sequence.
NOTICE Remove bolt 1 and wiring har-
ness negative terminal 2, then
BMW Motorrad has developed a push forward.
float charger specially designed Remove bolt 3 and wiring har-
for compatibility with the elec- ness positive terminal 4.
tronics of your motorcycle. Us-
ing this charger, you can keep
with M battery OE Connecting battery to with M battery OE
10 motorcycle
204
Maintenance
ATTENTION ATTENTION
Battery not disconnected in ATTENTION Battery not connected in ac-
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accordance with correct pro- Battery not connected in accordance with correct pro-
cedure cordance with correct procedure
Risk of short-circuit cedure Risk of short-circuit
Always proceed in compliance Risk of short-circuit Always proceed in compli-
with the specified disconnec- Always proceed in compliance with specified installation
tion sequence. ance with specified installation sequence.
Remove bolt 1 and wiring har- sequence. Position wiring harness positive
ness negative terminal 2, then Position wiring harness positive terminal 1 and install bolt 2.
push forward. terminal 1 and install bolt 2. Position wiring harness neg-
Remove bolt 3 and wiring har- Position wiring harness negat- ative terminal 3 and install
ness positive terminal 4. ive terminal 3 and install bolt 4. bolt 4.
Installing front seat ( 81). Connecting battery to motor- Connecting battery to motor-
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE cycle ( 204). cycle ( 204). 10
Switch on DWA if necessary.
Removing battery Installing front seat ( 81). 205
Recharging battery Removing front seat ( 81). Setting the clock ( 93).
Disconnecting battery from Disconnecting battery from
motorcycle ( 203). motorcycle ( 203). Fuses
Charge the battery using a Lift the battery up and out: Replace fuses
Maintenance
suitable charger. work it slightly back and forth Switch off the ignition.
Comply with the operating in- if it is difficult to remove. Removing front seat ( 81).
structions of the charger.
Once the battery is fully
Installing battery ATTENTION
charged, disconnect the
NOTICE Jumpering of blown fuses
charger's terminal clips from z
the battery terminals. Risk of short-circuit and fire
If the vehicle has been discon-
Never attempt to jumper a
nected from the battery for a sig-
NOTICE blown fuse.
nificant time, the current date will
have to be entered in the instru- Always replace a defective fuse
The battery has to be recharged with a new fuse of the same
at regular intervals in the course ment cluster to guarantee correct
operation of the service display. amperage.
of a lengthy period of disuse.
See the instructions for caring Place the battery in the battery Replace faulty fuse in accord-
for your battery. Always fully re- compartment; positive terminal ance with the fuse allocation
charge the battery before restor- on the left in the direction of diagram.
ing it to use. travel.
Install fuse carrier 1 in the Diagnostic connector
10 holder.
Releasing the diagnostic
Installing front seat ( 81).
206 connector
Fuse assignment
CAUTION
Incorrect procedure
followed when loosening the
Maintenance
diagnostic connector for the

Remove the faulty fuse 2 up- on-board diagnosis
wards out of the slot. Motorcycle experiences malfunc-
In order to replace the two tions
fuses in the fuse carrier 1, pull Only have the diagnostic con-
z the fuse carrier upwards out of nector loosened by a specialist
its holder. To do so, press the 1 15 A workshop or other authorised
retaining lugs on the left and Instrument panel persons during your next BMW
right of the fuse carrier inwards. Anti-theft alarm (DWA) Service appointment.
Ignition switch Have the work performed by
NOTICE Diagnostic socket appropriately trained staff.
2 7.5 A Refer to the vehicle manufac-
If fuse defects recur frequently
Multifunction switch, left turer specifications.
have the electric circuits checked
by a specialist workshop, Tyre pressure monitoring with two-up riding package OE
preferably an authorised (RDC) Removing rear seat ( 80).
BMW Motorrad dealer. 3 40 A
Alternator regulator
Remove tail-hump cover Clean and lubricate the drive
( 79). chain at regular intervals. 10
Lubricate the drive chain every 207
800 km at the latest. Lubricate
the chain more frequently if
the motorcycle is ridden in wet,
dusty or dirty conditions.
Maintenance
Switch the ignition off and se-
Insert the diagnostic lect neutral.
connector 2 into the bracket 3. Clean the drive chain with a
The locks 1 engage. suitable cleaning product, dry it
Press locks 1. with two-up riding package OE and apply chain lubricant.
Release diagnostic connector 2 Install the rear seat ( 80).
To prolong chain life, z
from bracket 3. BMW Motorrad recommends
The interface to the diagnosis the use of BMW Motorrad
( 80).
and information system can be chain lubricant, or:
connected to the diagnostic Chain Lubricant
connector 2.
Lubricating chain
Securing the diagnostic Chain spray
connector ATTENTION
Wipe off excess lubricant.
Disconnect interface for dia- Inadequate cleaning and lub-
gnosis and information system. rication of the drive chain
Accelerated wear
Checking chain sag Loosen lock nuts 3 on left and
10 Place the motorcycle on its
Chain deflection
right.
stand on firm, even ground. Use the adjusting screws 2 on
208 left and right to adjust chain
Turn the rear wheel until it 45...50 mm (Motorcycle with
reaches the position with the no weight applied, supported sag.
lowest amount of chain sag. on its side stand) Checking chain sag ( 208).
If measured value is outside per- Make sure that the scale val-
ues 4 are the same on the left
Maintenance
mitted tolerance:
and right.
Adjust chain sag ( 208).
Tighten lock nuts 3 on left and
Adjust chain sag right to the specified tightening
Place the motorcycle on its torque.
stand on firm, even ground. Locknut of the final-drive
z chain tensioning screw
19 Nm
Use a screwdriver to push Tighten quick-release axle
the chain up at a point mid- nut 1 to the specified tight-
way between the pinion and ening torque.
sprocket and measure differ-
ence A. Rear quick-release axle
in swinging arm
Thread-locking compound:
Loosen quick-release axle mechanical
nut 1.
100 Nm
Checking chain sag ( 208).
Checking the chain wear

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Requirement 209
Chain tension is set correctly.

Maintenance
Engage 1st gear.
Turn the rear wheel in the nor-
mal direction of travel until the Permissible chain length
chain is tensioned.
Determine the length of the
chain underneath the rear max 144 mm (measured from
the centre of 10 rivets, chain
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wheel swinging arm above
the middle of 10 rivets in 3 pulled taut)
different places. If the chain has stretched to the
maximum permissible length:
Seek the advice of a specialist
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210
Maintenance
Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
11
211
Connector for optional accessor-
ies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
M Cover Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Accessories
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General instructions checked by BMW for safety, Connector for optional
11 function and suitability. BMW accessories
CAUTION therefore takes responsibility for
212 the products. BMW does not Equipment
Use of other-make products accept liability for unauthorised The vehicle is fitted with the
Safety risk parts and accessory products of following plugs for optional ac-
BMW Motorrad cannot exam- any kind. cessories and racing accessories:
ine or test each product of out- Legal provisions must be taken Spring-travel sensor
Accessories
side origin to ensure that it can into account when any changes M data logger
be used on or in connection are made. Please refer to the Optional accessory
with BMW vehicles without road traffic licensing regulations
constituting a safety hazard. (in Germany StVZO) for your
Country-specific official author- country.
z isation does not suffice as as- Your BMW Motorrad Retailer of-
surance. Tests conducted by fers you qualified advice when
these instances cannot make choosing original BMW com-
provision for all operating con- ponents, accessories and other
ditions experienced by BMW products.
vehicles and, consequently, To find out more about
they are not sufficient in some accessories, go to:
circumstances. bmw-motorrad.com/equip-
Use only parts and accessor- ment
ies approved by BMW for your
vehicle.
The components and accessory
products have been thoroughly
Underneath the left side
panel 11
213
Accessories
1 Connector for DWA and 1 Terminating resistor
M data logger 2 Connector for DWA and
1 Plug for optional accessor- 2 DWA M data logger
ies and racing accessories: z
Voltage supply and LIN Beneath the tail-hump
Spring travel sensor for cover
front forks (racing access- without anti-
ory) theft alarm (DWA) OE
Under the tail-hump trim

panel
with anti-theft alarm (DWA) OE
Beneath the tail-hump with two-up riding package OE tioned correctly and that there is
11 cover Removing rear seat ( 80). no strain on the cable legs with
Remove tail-hump cover plugs.
214
( 79).
Removing tail-hump trim panel ATTENTION
( 198).
Dirt and damp penetrating
Unlock the protective cap or
inside open connectors
terminating resistor, as applic-
Accessories
Malfunctions
able, and disconnect it from the
plug. Reinstall the cap or terminating
resistor, as applicable, after re-
Connect the optional accessory
moving the plug.
or racing accessory, as applic-
1 Connector for optional ac-
able. After removing the accessory:
z cessories, rear
Reinstall the cap or terminating
NOTICE resistor, as applicable.
Connecting optional Installing side panel ( 198).
accessories and racing Comply with the installation
instructions supplied with the with two-up riding package OE
accessories Install the rear seat ( 80).
optional accessory or racing
Requirement Installing tail-hump cover
accessory.
Remove the side panel, rear seat ( 80).
or tail-hump cover, as applicable, NOTICE Installing tail-hump trim panel
to gain access to the plugs. ( 200).
Tightening the cable ties has to
Removing fairing side panel be the last step in the process;
with engine spoiler ( 197). this is in order to ensure that
the wiring harness can be posi-
M Cover Kit Installing number-plate carrier
Covering body openings
( 153). 11
Install mirror ( 149).
Requirement 215
The M Cover Kit is used to pro- Installing the M Cover Kit
fessionally mount the front trim
panel and to cover the body
openings if the mirrors and num-
Accessories
ber plate carrier have been re-
moved.
Hook in and position number
Remove mirror ( 147). plate carrier cover 1.
Removing number-plate carrier
( 151). z
M Cover Kit einbauen.
Insert mirror mount cover 1.
NOTICE Install screws 2.
Comply with the installation

instructions supplied with the
optional accessory or racing
accessory.
After removing the M Cover Install screws 1.
Kit, the mirrors and number
plate carrier must be mounted
again.
Removing the M Cover Kit
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216
Accessories
Remove screws 2.
Remove screws 1. Remove mirror mount cover 1.
Unhook number plate carrier

cover 1 and remove down-
wards.
Care
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
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217
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Cleaning easily damaged compon-
ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Care
Care of paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Vehicle preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 z
Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 220
Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 221
Care products Washing the vehicle Diminished braking effect, risk of
12 BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad recommends
accident
Apply the brakes in good time
218 that you use the cleaning that you use BMW insect re-
to allow the friction and heat to
and care products you can mover to soften and wash off
dry the brake discs and brake
obtain from your authorised insects and stubborn dirt on
pads.
BMW Motorrad Retailer. The painted parts prior to washing
substances in BMW Care the vehicle.
ATTENTION
Care
Products have been tested in To prevent stains, do not wash

laboratories and in practice; the vehicle immediately after it Effect of road salt intensified
z they provide optimised care and has been exposed to strong sun- by warm water
protection for the materials used light and do not wash it in the Corrosion
in your vehicle. sun. Use only cold water to wash off
Make sure that the vehicle is road salt.
ATTENTION washed frequently, especially
Use of unsuitable cleaning during the winter months.
ATTENTION
and care products To remove road salt, clean the
Damage to vehicle parts motorcycle with cold water im- Damage due to high water
Do not use solvents such as mediately after every trip. pressure from high pressure
cellulose thinners, cold clean- cleaners or steam cleaners
WARNING Corrosion or short circuit, dam-
ers, fuel or the like, and do
not use cleaning products that Wet brake discs and brake age to labels, seals, hydraulic
contain alcohol. pads after vehicle wash, after brake system, electrical system
riding through water and in and the motorcycle seat
rainy conditions
Exercise restraint when using Plastic windscreens and For an additional treatment, use
a steam jet or high pressure headlight lenses BMW Motorrad metal polish. 12
cleaning equipment. Remove dirt and insects with
Radiator 219
a soft sponge and generous
Cleaning easily amounts of water. Clean the radiator regularly to
damaged components prevent overheating of the en-
NOTICE gine due to inadequate cooling.
Plastics For example, use a garden hose
Care
Soften stubborn dirt and insects
with low water pressure.
ATTENTION by covering the affected areas
with a wet cloth.
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ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning
agents Clean with water and Bending of radiator fins
Damage to plastic surfaces sponge only. Damage to radiator fins
Do not use cleaning agents Take care not to bend the radi-
that contain alcohol, solvents or ator fins when cleaning.
Do not use any chemical
abrasives.
cleaning agents.
Do not use insect-remover Rubber
pads or cleaning pads with Treat rubber components with
hard, scouring surfaces. Chrome water or BMW rubber-care
Carefully clean chrome sections products.
Body panels with a generous amount of water
Clean trim panel components and motorcycle cleaner from the ATTENTION
with water and BMW Motorrad care series BMW Motorrad Care
solvent cleaner. Application of silicone sprays
Products. This applies especially
to rubber seals
where road salt has been in use.
Damage to the rubber seals
Do not use silicone sprays clearly after a vehicle wash. Laying up the
12 or care products that contain These areas should be cleaned motorcycle
silicon. immediately using benzine or
220 spirit, applied with a clean cloth Cleaning the motorcycle.
Care of paintwork or cotton pad. BMW Motorrad
Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank.
The long-term effects of mater- recommends that tar spots
ials that are damaging to paint be removed using BMW tar Removing battery ( 205).
can be prevented by regular remover. The paint should then Spray the brake and clutch
Care
vehicle washes, particularly if be preserved in these areas. lever pivots and the main and
z your vehicle is ridden in areas side stand pivots with a suit-
susceptible to high levels of air Vehicle preservation able lubricant.
pollution or natural contamination, If water no longer rolls off the
Preserve bright metal and
for example tree resin or pollen. paint, the paint must be pre-
chrome-plated parts with an
Particularly aggressive materials, served.
acid-free grease (e.g. Vaseline).
however, should be removed For paint preservation,
immediately, otherwise changes BMW Motorrad recommends Stand the motorcycle in a dry
to or discolouration of the paint the use of BMW Motorrad gloss room in such a way that there
can result. These include, for polish or agents containing is no load on either wheel
example, spilled fuel, oil, grease, carnauba wax or synthetic wax. (preferably using the front-
brake fluid or bird excrement. wheel and rear-wheel stand
For this, we recommend from BMW Motorrad).
BMW Motorrad solvent cleaner
followed by BMW Motorrad gloss
polish for preservation.
Contamination of the paint
surface can be seen particularly
Restoring motorcycle
to use 12
Remove the protective wax 221
coating.
Cleaning the motorcycle.
Installing battery ( 205).
Care
Comply with checklist ( 121).
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222
Care
Technical data
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
13
223
Screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Technical data
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
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Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Troubleshooting chart
13 Engine does not start or is difficult to start.
224 Possible cause Rectification
Side stand extended and gear engaged Fold in side stand.
Gear engaged and clutch not pressed Select neutral or pull the clutch lever.
Technical data
No fuel in tank Refuelling ( 130).

Battery flat Recharging battery ( 205).
Overheating protection for starter motor has been Allow the starter motor to cool down for
activated. Starter motor can only be operated for approx. 1 minute before using it again.
a limited period of time.
The Bluetooth connection is not established.
Possible cause Rectification 13
The steps required for pairing were not carried Check the necessary steps for pairing in the oper- 225
out. ating instructions for the communication system.
Connectivity functions are deactivated because Go to Settings menu and deactivate
the race track functions are activated. Racetrack.
Technical data
The communication system was not connected Switch off the helmet's communication system
automatically despite successful pairing. and reconnect it after a minute or two.
Too many Bluetooth devices are saved on the All pairing entries on the helmet are deleted (see
helmet. the communication system operating instructions).
There are other vehicles with Bluetooth-capable Avoid simultaneously pairing with more vehicles.
devices in the vicinity.
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Bluetooth connection is interrupted.
Possible cause Rectification
The Bluetooth connection to the mobile end Switch off energy saving mode.
device is interrupted.
The Bluetooth connection to the helmet is inter- Switch off the helmet's communication system
rupted. and reconnect it after a minute or two.
The volume in the helmet cannot be adjusted. Switch off the helmet's communication system
and reconnect it after a minute or two.
The telephone book is not displayed in the TFT display.
13 Possible cause Rectification
226
The phone book was not transmitted to the Confirm transmission of the phone data ( 103)
vehicle. when pairing on the mobile end device.
Active route guidance is not displayed in the TFT display.
Possible cause Rectification
Technical data
Navigation from the BMW Motorrad Connec- The BMW Motorrad Connected App is opened on
ted App was not transmitted. the connected mobile end device prior to depar-
ture.
The route guidance cannot be started. Secure the mobile device's data connection and
check the map data on the mobile end device.
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Screw connections
Front wheel Value Valid
13
227
Quick-release axle in threaded
bush
M24 x 1.5 50 Nm
Clamping bolts in wheel axle
Technical data
clamp
M8 x 35 Tightening sequence: Tighten screws
six times in alternate sequence
19 Nm
Radial brake caliper on wheel
axle clamp z
M10 x 65 38 Nm
Rear wheel Value Valid
Locknut of the final-drive chain
tensioning screw
M8 19 Nm
13 Nut for swinging arm pivot point
228 bush on frame
M36 x 0.75, Replace nut 50 Nm
Loctite 270, High strength
Nut on swinging arm axle
Technical data
M18 x 1.5, Replace nut 100 Nm

mechanical
Rear quick-release axle in
swinging arm
M24 x 1.5 100 Nm
z mechanical
Swinging-arm adapter to rear
wheel swinging arm
M8 x 30 20 Nm
Screw in adjusting ring
M5 x 16 6 Nm without
Dynamic
Damping
Control
(DDC) OE
Spring strut at deflection lever
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229
M12 x 75 - 10.9 100 Nm
Micro-encapsulated
Mirrors Value Valid
Technical data
Mirror to front panel carrier
M6, Replace nut 8 Nm
mechanical
Number plate carrier on rear Value Valid
frame
Number plate carrier on rear z
frame
M5 x 20, 9 mm collar 2 Nm
Selector rod to gearshift Value Valid
lever
Selector rod to gearshift lever
M6 x 20, Replace screw 8 Nm
Micro-encapsulated
Fuel
13 Recommended fuel grade Super Plus, unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5)
230 98 ROZ/RON
93 AKI
Alternative fuel grade Super unleaded (limitations in terms of
power and consumption). (maximum 10 %
ethanol, E10)
Technical data
95 ROZ/RON
90 AKI
Usable fuel capacity approx. 16.5 l
Fuel reserve approx. 4 l
Fuel consumption 6.4 l/100 km, following world-wide harmonised
z motorcycle test cycle (WMTC)
with power reduction OE 6.3 l/100 km, following world-wide harmonised
motorcycle test cycle (WMTC)
Engine oil
Engine oil, capacity approx. 4.5 l, with filter change
13
231
Specification SAE 5W-40, API SJ / JASO MA2, Additives
(e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible
because they can attack coated components
of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends
BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil.
Technical data
Engine oil, quantity for topping up max 1.3 l, Difference between MIN and MAX
BMW recommends
Engine
z
Location of engine number Crankcase, bottom right
Engine type A10A10A
Engine design 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line
Displacement 999 cm3
Cylinder bore 80 mm
Piston stroke 49.7 mm
Compression ratio 13.3:1
13 Nominal output
with power reduction OE
152 kW, at engine speed: 13500 min-1
79 kW, at engine speed: 7250 min-1
232
Torque 113 Nm, at engine speed: 11000 min-1
with power reduction OE 107 Nm, at engine speed: 7000 min-1
Maximum engine speed max 14600 min-1
with power reduction OE max 14600 min-1
Technical data
Idle speed 1270 min-1, Engine at regular operating tempera-

ture
Exhaust emissions standard EU 4
CO2 emission 149 g/km, following world-wide harmonised mo-
torcycle test cycle (WMTC)
z with power reduction OE 147 g/km, following world-wide harmonised mo-
torcycle test cycle (WMTC)
Clutch
Clutch type Multi-plate oil-bath (anti-hopping) with self-rein-
13
forcement 233
Transmission
Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en-
Technical data
gine block
Gearbox transmission ratios 1.652 (76:46 teeth), Primary transmission ratio
2.647 (45:17 teeth), 1st gear
2.091 (46:22 teeth), 2nd gear
1.727 (38:22 teeth), 3rd gear
1.500 (33:22 teeth), 4th gear
1.360 (34:25 teeth), 5th gear z
1.261 (29:23 teeth), 6th gear
Rear-wheel drive
13 Type of final drive Chain drive
234
Number of teeth, rear-wheel drive (Pinion / 17:45
sprocket)
Secondary transmission ratio 2.647
Technical data
Frame
Frame type Aluminium composite bridge frame, engine also
load bearing
Type plate location Frame, front right on steering head
Position of the Vehicle Identification Number Frame, front right on steering head
z
Chassis and suspension
Front wheel
13
235
Type of front suspension Upside-down telescopic fork
Spring travel, front 120 mm, at front wheel
with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) OE 120 mm, at front wheel
Rear wheel
Technical data
Type of rear suspension Aluminium bearer swinging arm
Type of final drive Chain drive
Spring travel, rear 117 mm, at rear wheel
with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) OE 117 mm, at rear wheel
z
Brakes
13 Front wheel
236
Type of front brake Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4piston fixed
caliper
with M carbon wheels OE Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4piston fixed
caliper
Technical data
with M forged wheels OE Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4piston fixed
caliper
Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal
Brake disc thickness, front 4.5 mm, When new
min 4.0 mm, Wear limit
z with M carbon wheels OE min 5.0 mm, When new
with M forged wheels OE min 5 mm, When new
Play of brake controls (Front brake) 0.6...1.4 mm, on the piston
Rear wheel
Type of rear brake Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 1-piston
13
floating caliper and fixed disc 237
Brake-pad material, rear Organic material
Brake disc thickness, rear 5.0 mm, When new
Technical data
Blow-by clearance of the footbrake lever 2...3 mm, between the footbrake lever and
footrest plate
Wheels and tyres

Recommended tyre sets An overview of currently approved tyres is avail-
able from your authorised BMW Motorrad Retailer z
or on the Internet at bmw-motorrad.com.
Speed category, front/rear tyres W, required at least: 270 km/h
Front wheel
Front wheel type Aluminium cast wheel
with M carbon wheels OE Carbon wheel
with M forged wheels OE Forged aluminium wheels
Front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"
13 Tyre designation, front
Load index, front tyre
120/70 ZR 17
min 58 g/cm3
238
Permissible front-wheel imbalance max 5 g
Balance weight for front wheel (One half of the max 80 g
weights must be attached to the left and the
other half to the right of the wheel rim)
Technical data
Rear wheel
Rear-wheel type Aluminium cast wheel
with M carbon wheels OE Carbon wheel
with M forged wheels OE Forged aluminium wheels
Rear wheel rim size 6.0" x 17"
z Tyre designation, rear 190/55 ZR 17
with M carbon wheels OE 200/55 ZR 17
with M forged wheels OE 200/55 ZR 17
Load index, rear tyre min 75 g/cm3
Permissible rear-wheel imbalance max 45 g
Balance weight for the rear wheel (One half of max 80 g
the weights must be attached to the left and the
other half to the right of the wheel rim)
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, One-up, with cold tyre
13
2.5 bar, Two-up mode with load, with cold tyres 239
Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, One-up, with cold tyre
2.9 bar, Two-up mode with load, with cold tyres
Electrical system
Technical data
Fuses
Main fuse 40 A
Fuse 1 15 A, DWA/OBD/ignition switch/instrument cluster
Fuse 2 7.5 A, Left multifunction switch, RDC control unit,
sensor box z
Battery
Battery type AGM battery (Absorbent Glass Mat)
with M battery OE Lithium ion battery
Battery rated voltage 12 V
with M battery OE 12 V
Battery rated capacity 8 Ah
with M battery OE 5 Ah
13 Spark plugs
Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK LMAR9FI-10G
240
Lighting
Bulb for high-beam headlight LED
Bulbs for the low-beam headlight LED
Bulb for parking light LED
Technical data
Bulb for tail light/brake light LED

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front LED
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear LED
Light source for the number plate light LED
z
Dimensions
Length of motorcycle 2073 mm, via rear wheel
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241
Height of motorcycle 1151 mm, across mirrors at DIN unladen weight
1155 mm, without mirrors, at DIN unladen weight
Width of motorcycle 848 mm, with mirrors
740 mm, without mounted parts
Technical data
Front-seat height 824 mm, Without rider, at DIN unladen weight
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel 1827 mm, Without rider, at DIN unladen weight
Weights
Vehicle kerb weight 197 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %
load of fuel, without OE z
with M Package OE 193.7 kg
with Race package OE 195.3 kg
with two-up riding package OE 197.8 kg
with M carbon wheels OE 195.3 kg
with M battery OE 195.1 kg
with M forged wheels OE 197 kg
with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) OE 198.2 kg
Permissible gross weight 407 kg
13 Maximum payload
with M Package OE
210 kg
213.3 kg
242
with Race package OE 211.7 kg
with two-up riding package OE 209.2 kg
with M battery OE 211.9 kg
with M forged wheels OE 210 kg
Technical data
with Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) OE 208.8 kg
Riding specifications
Top speed >200 km/h
z with power reduction OE 255 km/h
Service
BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
14
243
BMW Motorrad Service history . . . . 244
BMW Motorrad mobility
services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Service
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
BMW Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
z
Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Maintenance confirmations . . . . . . . . 250
Service confirmations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
BMW Motorrad Service specialist workshop, preferably BMW Motorrad Service
14 BMW Motorrad has an extensive
an authorised BMW Motorrad history
dealer.
244 network of dealerships in place Entries
to look after you and your mo- In order to help ensure that your Maintenance work that has been
torcycle in more than 100 coun- BMW is always in optimum carried out is entered in the proof
tries. Authorised BMW Motorrad condition, BMW Motorrad of maintenance. The entries
dealerships have the technical recommends compliance with are like a Service Booklet and
Service
information and the technical the maintenance intervals provide proof of regular mainten-
know-how to carry out reliably specified for your motorcycle. ance.
all maintenance and repair work Have all maintenance and re- If an entry is made in the
z on your BMW. pair work that is carried out con- electronic service booklet of the
You can locate your nearest au- firmed in the "Service" chapter in vehicle, service-relevant data is
thorised BMW Motorrad Retailer this manual. For generous treat- saved in the central IT systems
by visiting our website: ment of claims submitted after of BMW AG, Munich.
bmwmotorrad.com the warranty period has expired, If there is a change in vehicle
evidence of regular maintenance owner, the data saved in the
WARNING
is essential. electronic service booklet can
Maintenance and repair work also be viewed by the new
not in compliance with cor- Your authorised BMW Motorrad vehicle owner. A BMW Motorrad
rect procedure Retailer can provide informa- Retailer or a specialist workshop
Risk of accident due to con- tion on BMW services and the can also view data that is stored
sequential damage work undertaken as part of each in the electronic service booklet.
BMW Motorrad recommends service.
having work of this nature car-
ried out on the vehicle by a
Objection Find out from your authorised will enter the deadline for the
The vehicle owner can object BMW Motorrad Retailer which next service. 14
to entries being made by the mobility services are offered. For riders with a high mileage
it may be necessary to have 245
BMW Motorrad Retailer or a spe-
cialist workshop in the electronic Maintenance work a service before the specified
service booklet along with the BMW pre-delivery check deadline. In this case, a corres-
corresponding storage of data in ponding maximum mileage is
Your authorised BMW Motorrad
the vehicle and transfer of data entered in the service confirm-
Service
Retailer conducts the BMW pre-
to the vehicle manufacturer for ation. If this mileage is reached
delivery check before handing
the period of time that they are before the next service deadline,
over the vehicle to you.
the vehicle owner. In this in- the service must be brought for-
z
stance, no entry is made in the BMW Running-in Check ward.
electronic service booklet of the The Service Interval Indicator in
The BMW running-in check must
vehicle. the TFT display reminds you
be carried out between 500 km
about one month or 1000 km
and 1200 km.
BMW Motorrad mobility in advance when the time for a
services service is approaching, on the
BMW Service basis of the programmed values.
If you have a new BMW motor- The BMW Service is carried out
cycle, you are protected by vari- once a year. The scope of the To find out more about service,
ous of the BMW Motorrad mo- service depends on the age of go to:
bility services in the event of a the vehicle and the mileage rid- bmw-motorrad.com/service
breakdown (e.g. BMW break- den. Your BMW Motorrad Re-
down assistance, breakdown retailer will confirm the service that
covery, vehicle transport). has been carried out for you and
The scope of maintenance work
14 required for your vehicle can be
found in the following mainten-
246
ance schedule:
Service
14
247
Service
z
14
248
Service
Maintenance schedule
1 BMW running-in check 14
(including oil change) 249
2 BMW Standard scope of
service
3 Engine-oil change, with
filter
Service
4 Check valve clearance
5 Checking timing
6 Replace all spark plugs
7 Replace air filter insert z
8 Oil change in the tele-
scopic forks
9 Change brake fluid in the
entire system
a annually or every
10000 km (whichever
comes first)
b for the first time after one
year, then every two years
Maintenance confirmations
14 BMW Service standard scope
250 The repair tasks in the BMW Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of maintenance
work applicable for your vehicle may vary.
Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system
Visual inspection of the brake lines, brake hoses and connections
Check front brake pads and brake discs for wear
Service
Checking the brake fluid level of the front wheel brake

Check rear brake pads and brake disc for wear
z Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes
Check steering-head bearing
Check coolant level
Checking the fastener of the clutch lever fitting
Checking the clutch cable and clutch-lever play
Lubricating the clutch mechanism
Checking and lubricating the chain drive
Check tyre pressure and tread depth
Check the side stand's ease of movement
Check lights and signalling system
Function test, engine start suppression
Final inspection and check for road safety
Set service date and remaining distance with BMW Motorrad diagnosis system
Check state of charge of the battery
Confirm BMW service in on-board literature
BMW pre-delivery
check
BMW Running-in
Check
14
carried out carried out 251
at at
at km
Next service
Service
at the latest
at
or, when reached earlier z
at km
Stamp, signature Stamp, signature

14
BMW Service Work performed
252
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
Oil change, engine, with filter
at km
Checking valve clearance
Service
Next service Checking valve timing (cylinder head

at the latest cover removed)
Renewing all spark plugs
at
z or, when reached earlier
Renewing air cleaner insert
Oil change in telescopic front forks
at km Change brake fluid in entire system
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
253
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service
at
or, when reached earlier
Renewing air cleaner insert z
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
254
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service

at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
255
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service
at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
256
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service

at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
257
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service
at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
258
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service

at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
259
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service
at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
260
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service

at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
261
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service
at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
262
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service

at
Notes
Stamp, signature
14
263
carried out Yes No
BMW Service
at
at km
Service
at
Notes
Stamp, signature
Service confirmations
14 The table is used to verify maintenance and repair work as well as installed optional accessories and pur-
264 chased special promotions.
Work performed at km Date
Service
Work performed at km Date
14
265
Service
z
14
266
Service
Appendix
Certificate for electronic immobil-
15
iser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 267
Certificate for tyre pressure control

(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Certificate for TFT instrument
Appendix
cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
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- authority to operate the
ference, and equipment.
(2) this device must accept
any interference
received, including
interference that may
cause undesired
operation.
To verify the authorization
of the ignition key, the
electronic immobilizer
exchanges information with
the ignition key via the ring
aerial.
Approbation de informations avec la clé de Toute modification
la FCC contact via l'antenne qui n'aurait pas été
annulaire. approuvée expressément
Antenne annulaire Le présent dispositif est par l'organisme responsa-
présente dans le conforme à la partie 15 ble de l'homologation peut
commutateur d'allumage des règles de la FCC. Son annuler l'autorisation
utilisation est soumise aux accordée à l'utilisateur pour
deux conditions suivantes : utiliser le dispositif.
(1) Le dispositif ne
doit pas produire
d'interférences
nuisibles, et
(2) le dispositif doit
pouvoir accepter toutes
les interférences
Pour vérifier l'autorisation extérieures, y compris
de la clé de contact, le celles qui pourraient
système d'immobilisation provoquer une
électronique échange des activation inopportune.
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). radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
Operation is subject to the following two
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
interference, and et
(2) This device must accept any interference (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
received, including interference that may brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
cause undesired operation. brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term “IC:” before the radio
certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Declaration of Conformity Turkey
Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH, ICC6.5in
Radio equipment TFT instrument cluster tipi telsiz sisteminin 2014/53/EU
nolu yönetmeliğe uygun olduğunu beyan eder.
For all Countries without EU AB Uygunluk Beyanı'nın tam metni, aşağıdaki
internet adresinden görülebilir: http://cert.bosch-
carmultimedia.net
Technical information
BT operating frq. Range: 2402 – 2480 MHz
Brazil
BT version: 4.2 (no BTLE)
BT output power: < 4 dBm Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário,
WLAN operating frq. Range: 2412 – 2462 MHz isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra
WLAN standards: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do
WLAN output power: < 20 dBm mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a
sistemas operando em caráter primário.
Manufacturer and Address
Manufacturer:
Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH
Adress: Robert Bosch Str. 200,
31139 Hildesheim, GERMANY
Canada Mexico
This device complies with Industry Canada’s La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las
licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC siguientes dos condiciones:
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no
conditions: cause interferencia perjudicial y
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar
(2) this device must accept any interference, cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda
including interference that may cause undesired causar su operación no deseada.
operation of the device.
Taiwan, Republic of
Changes or modifications not expressly approved 根據 NCC 低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法規定:
by the party responsible for compliance could 第十二條
void the user's authority to operate the 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公
equipment. 司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率
或變更原設計之特性及功能。
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio 第十四條
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合
aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne 法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil 善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, 前項合法通信，
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en 指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
compromettre le fonctionnement. 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫
療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
Thailand Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
เครื่ องโทรคมนาคมและอุปกรณ์น้ ี d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée
มีความสอดคล้องตามข้อกําหนดของ กทช. aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne
(This telecommunication equipments is in doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil
compliance with NTC requirements) doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
United States (USA) compromettre le fonctionnement.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s
licence-exempt RSSs and part 15 of the FCC Korea
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 적합성평가에 관한 고시
conditions: R-CMM-RBR-ICC65IN
(1) this device may not cause interference, and 상호 : Robert Bosch Car Multimedia
(2) this device must accept any interference, GmbH모델명 : ICC6.5in
including interference that may cause undesired 기자재명칭 : 특정소출력 무선기기
operation of the device. (무선데이터통신시스템용 무선기기)
제조자 및 제조국가 : Robert Bosch Car
Changes or modifications not expressly approved Multimedia GmbH / 포르투갈
by the party responsible for compliance could 제조년월 : 제조년월로 표기
void the user's authority to operate the 이 기기는 업무용 환경에서 사용할 목적으로
equipment. 적합성평가를 받은 기기로서 가정용 환경에
서 사용하는 경우 전파간섭의 우려가 있습니
다.
A Indicator light for vehicle Dynamic Brake Control
16 Abbreviations and symbols, 6 voltage, 42 depending on riding mode, 128
ABS install, 205 Safety information, 127
274 Engineering details, 162
Maintenance instructions, 202 Technical data, 236
Self-diagnosis, 123
Position on the vehicle, 22
Status indicators, 51 remove, 205 C
Accessories Technical data, 239 Care
Connector for optional Chrome, 219
Index
accessories, 212 Best-ever lap, 140

Paintwork preservation, 220
General instructions, 212 Bluetooth, 93
z Chain
Pairing, 94 Adjusting sag, 208
M Cover Kit, 215
Brake fluid Checking sag, 208
Actuality, 8
Checking fluid level, front, 184
Air filter Checking wear, 209
Checking fluid level, rear, 185
Position on the motorcycle, 21 Lubricating, 207
Reservoir, front, 21
Anti-theft alarm Check control
Indicator light, 25 Reservoir, rear, 21 Dialogue, 32
operate, 76 Brake pads Reading, 32
Warning, 44 Checking front, 182
Checklist, 121
checking rear, 183
Clock
B Running in, 125 adjust, 93
Battery Brakes Clutch
Charge, 205 ABS Pro, 164 Adjust the clutch lever, 107
connecting to motorcycle, 204 ABS Pro depending on riding Adjusting play, 187
disconnecting from mode, 128 Checking function, 186
motorcycle, 203 Adjust hand lever, 106 Checking play, 186
Checking function, 181
https://www.motorcycle-manual.com/ Technical data, 233
Coolant DTC, 23 Emergency off switch (kill
Checking fill level, 187 Customising controls, 145 switch), 24 16
Indicator light for excess Engineering details, 166 operate, 61
temperature, 44 275
Indicator and warning light , 52 Emissions warning light, 45
Topping up, 188 operate, 67 Engine
Cruise-control system, 23 Self-diagnosis, 124 Indicator light for engine
operate, 70 switching off, 67 control, 46
Indicator light for engine
Index
switching on, 68
D electronics, 45
Damping Dynamic Brake Control, 169
Engineering details, 169 Parking, 61 z
adjust, 111
starting, 122
Adjuster, front, 19
E Technical data, 231
Adjuster, rear, 19 Electrics Engine oil
adjusting, without DDC, 111 Technical data, 239 Checking fill level, 179
DDC Emergency call, 157, 158 Filler neck, 21
calibrate, 118 Automatically in the event of a Fill-level indicator, 21
Engineering details, 165 light fall, 63
Technical data, 231
Diagnostic connector Automatically in the event of a
Topping up, 181
Position on the vehicle, 22 severe fall, 64
releasing, 206 Equipment, 7
Deactivating, 140
securing, 207 Information, 12 F
Dimensions Language, 62 Frame
Technical data, 241 manual, 62 Technical data, 234
Drop sensor operate, 62 Front-wheel stand
Indicator light, 50 install, 177
Fuel H I
16 Fuel grade, 129 Hazard warning flashers
Control, 23, 24
Ignition
switching off, 61
Refuelling, 130
276 operate, 66 switching on, 60
Technical data, 230
Fuel reserve Headlight Immobiliser
Range, 92 Headlight beam throw, 106 Reserve key, 61
Warning, 54 Setting for right-hand/left-hand Instrument panel
Fuses traffic, 106 Ambient-light brightness
Index
Position on the vehicle, 22 Headlight courtesy delay sensor, 25

z Replacing, 205 feature, 65 Overview, 25
Technical data, 239 Heated handlebar grips
Control, 24 J
G Jump-start, 201
operate, 78
General views Hill Start Control, 73, 173
Indicator and warning lights, 28 K
cannot be activated, 55 Keys, 60
Instrument panel, 25
Engineering details, 173
Left multifunction switch, 23 L
Indicator and warning lights, 55
Left side of vehicle, 19 Laptimer
operate, 73
My vehicle, 97 adjust, 139
switching on/off, 74
Right multifunction switch, 24 Ending timing, 139
Hill Start Control Pro
Right side of vehicle, 21 adjust, 75 operate, 139
TFT display, 29, 31 Engineering details, 173 Starting timing, 139
Underneath the seat, 22 operate, 74 Launch control, 141, 142
Horn, 23 Racing start, 143
Light warnings M N
Deactivating, 140 Maintenance
Maintenance schedule, 249
Navigation
operate, 100
16
Lighting
Maintenance confirmations, 250 Number-plate carrier 277
Replacing LED light
sources, 197 Maintenance intervals, 245 Removing and installing, 151
Technical data, 240 Media
operate, 102 O
Warning for faulty light On-board computer, 79
Menu
source, 43
Index
Call up, 88 On-board voltage
Lights Mirrors Warning, 42
Control, 23 adjust, 106 z
Headlight courtesy delay Removing and installing, 147 P
feature, 65 Mobility services, 245 Pairing, 94
Headlight flasher, operating, 65 Motorcycle Parking, 129
High-beam headlight, Care, 217 Parking light, 65
operating, 65 Cleaning, 217 Phone
Low-beam headlight, 64 Laying up, 220 operate, 102
Parking lights, 65 Parking, 129 Pit Lane Limiter, 144
Side light, 65 adjust, 144
securing, 131
Luggage Pit-lane speed limiter
Multi-Controller, 23
Instructions for loading, 120 Maximum rpm, setting, 144
Multifunction display
operate, 144
Displays for racing, 136
Power socket
Multifunction switch Position on the vehicle, 21
General view, left side, 23
Pre-Ride-Check, 123
General view, right side, 24
Pure Ride Rider info status line Shift assistant, 125, 172
16 Overview, 29 adjust, 89, 90 Engineering details, 172
Rider's Manual Gear not trained, 55
278 R Position on the vehicle, 22 Riding, 125
Race track, 140 Riding height
Chassis and suspension Shift lever
adjust, 114 Gearshift-pattern reverser, 158
settings, 146 Riding mode Shift light
Displays for racing, 135 adjust, 68 adjust, 76
Index
Pit-lane speed limiter, 144 Control, 24 switching on/off, 76

Racing start with Launch
z Control, 143
Engineering details, 167 Shifting gear
Running gear Gearshift light, 126
RACE PRO, 141 Technical data, 235 Recommendation to upshift, 92
configure, 141
Running in, 124 Spark plugs, 240
Restoring factory setting, 142
Speed Limit Info
RDC S
Engineering details, 170 Switching on or off, 91
Safety instructions
Rim sticker, 190 for brakes, 127 Speedometer, 25
Warnings, 47 For riding, 120 Spring preload
Rear-wheel drive adjust, 108
Seats
Technical data, 234 Lock, 19 Adjuster, front, 19
Rear-wheel stand Removing and installing, 79 Adjuster, rear, 19, 21
install, 178 Service, 244 Starting, 122
Refuelling, 130 Service history, 244 Control, 24
Fuel grade, 129 Service-due indicator, 56 steering damper
Rev. counter, 25 adjust, 107
Engine speed display, 91 Steering damper, 19
Steering lock Spark plugs, 240 Trim panels
Locking, 60 Standards, 7 Installing side panel, 198 16
Swinging arm Transmission, 233 Installing tail-hump trim
279
Adjusting swinging arm pivot Weights, 241 panel, 200
point, 116 Wheels and tyres, 237 Remove the side panel, 197
Telltale lights, 25 Removing tail-hump trim
T panel, 198
Overview, 28
Tail-hump trim panel
Index
TFT display, 25 Troubleshooting chart, 224
install, 200
Control, 23 Turn indicators
remove, 198 Control, 23 z
operate, 88, 89
Technical data Control, right, 24
Battery, 239 Overview, 29, 31
Select display, 85 operate, 66
Brakes, 236
Toolkit Type plate
Chassis and suspension, 235
Contents, 176 Position on the vehicle, 21
Clutch, 233
Position on the vehicle, 22 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC
Dimensions, 241
Torques, 227 Reading, 46
Electrical system, 239
Traction control, 166 Tyres
Engine, 231 Check filling pressure, 188
DTC, 166
Engine oil, 231 Check tread depth, 189
Transmission
Frame, 234 Technical data, 233 Pressures, 239
Fuel, 230 Running in, 125
Fuses, 239 Table of tyre pressures, 19
General instructions, 7
Technical data, 237
Lighting, 240
Rear-wheel drive, 234
V RDC, 47
16 Value
Reading, 32
Warnings, overview, 35
280 Weights
Vehicle
Put into operation, 221 Payload table, 19
Vehicle Identification Number Technical data, 241
Position on the vehicle, 21 Wheels
Change of size, 189
Index
W Check wheel rims, 189

Warning lights, 25 Install the front wheel, 192
z Overview, 28 Installing the rear wheel, 195
Warnings Removing front wheel, 190
ABS, 51 Removing rear wheel, 194
Anti-theft alarm, 44 Technical data, 237
Coolant temperature, 44 Windscreen
Drop sensor, 50 Adjusting element, 21
DTC, 52
Engine control unit, 46
Engine electronics, 45
Fuel reserve, 54
Gear not trained, 55
Hill Start Control, 55
Light source faulty, 43
Mode of presentation, 32
My vehicle, 97
On-board voltage, 42
16
281
Index
z
Details described or illustrated Original rider’s manual, printed in
in this booklet may differ from Germany.
the vehicle's actual specification
as purchased, the accessories
fitted or the national-market spe-
cification. No claims will be en-
tertained as a result of such dis-
crepancies.
Dimensions, weights, fuel con-
sumption and performance data
are quoted to the customary tol-
erances.
The right to modify designs,
equipment and accessories is
reserved.
Errors and omissions excepted.
© 2018 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.
Important data for refuelling:
Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Super Plus, unleaded (max. 5 % ethanol, E5)
98 ROZ/RON
93 AKI
Alternative fuel grade Super unleaded (limitations in terms of power and
consumption). (maximum 10 % ethanol, E10)
95 ROZ/RON
90 AKI
Usable fuel capacity approx. 16.5 l

Fuel reserve approx. 4 l
Tyre pressure
Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, One-up, with cold tyre
Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, One-up, with cold tyre
You can find further information on all aspects of your vehicle at:
bmwmotorrad.com
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Vehicle data Dealership details

Model Person to contact in Service department

Vehicle Identification Number Ms/Mr

Colour code Phone number

Date of first registration

Registration number Dealership address/phone number (com-

This record of the maintenance notes and precautionary

operating instructions and your

vehicle and other systems. The the IT systems provided by the

display. The 'general' warning

General warning Alarm system Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 44)

General warning Coolant temper- Coolant temperature too high ( 44)

General warning Serious fault Serious fault in the engine control

General warning "---" Sensor faulty or system fault ( 49)

Engine start Motorcycle dropped ( 50)

Intell. emerg. Emergency call function restricted

ABS indicator ABS self-diagnosis not completed

Yellow holding Hill Start Control automatically deactiv-

Crossed-out hold- Hill Start Control cannot be activated

Turn signal indic- Hazard warning lights system is switched

General warning is displayed in yel- Service-due date has passed ( 57)

42 yellow. Possible cause: Failure of the vehicle sys-

Possible cause: under part. load to cool

an authorised BMW Motorrad the display of the tyre inflation

permitted tolerance. Pressure adaptation ( 171)

RDC sensor battery Drop sensor faulty.

ABS failed light comes on. light flashes quickly.

ted a fault. DDC fault Possible cause:

low CC message is displayed.

Service-due date has

Ignition switch/steering lock, fuel

A spare key attached to the ment/extra keys.

when riding. emergency only. The BMW Call Center answers in

Emergency call in the

Immediately after switching off

NOTICE Press and hold button 1

off and then on again.

z Slide switch 1 to the right.

74 Switching Hill Start The drive-off assistant Hill Start

Switch Hill Start Control

Changes to brightness and the A DWA alarm can be triggered

with tyre pressure control The heating in the heated

Unlock lock for passenger Position passenger seat 1;

Risk of accident Connectivity functions include

MENU rocker button Briefly push MENU down:

functions Change down a level.

The Settings menu can only

Move the cursor in lists

Break 2 the selected displays in the

approximate figure. multi-controller downwards.

without a licence being required. The Bluetooth function of the

Operating instruction 1: tabs Check control messages are at-

Call up the Navigation menu

and helmet. troller 1 to the left. submenu:

NOTICE The following functions can be

Headlight beam throw and WARNING

erally remains constant by adjust- Risk of accident

tion A, then turn in direction B engine lifter is required; how-

30±2 mm (Racing use with tion A with toolkit.

Adjusting spring preload

sic setting, front

Adjust the rebound-stage

To increase damping: turn ad- To increase damping: turn ad-

BMW S1000 RR Rider's Manual

BMW S1000 RR Rider's Manual