BMW K 1600 GTL Service Manual

Rider's Manual (US Model)K 1600 GTLBMW MotorradThe UltimateRiding Machine

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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Your authori

Operating electrical acces-soriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories connected to an on-board socket only when the ig-nition is switched on. I

Check that the navigation de-vice is secure in the cradle.Press cover 7 to push cradlewith navigation device into theslot until it snaps into position

Operating navigationdeviceIf applicable, switch on the nav-igation device.Call up the Navigationmenu.The options for using the naviga-tion device appe

with the fuel remaining in the fueltank to the Navigator, so it is nolonger necessary to enter thisvalue.Time and dateThe Navigator sends time anddate

Pull the release lever all theway up and open the lid of thecase.Close casePull release lever 2 all the wayup.Close case lid and press down.Ensure tha

Insert case in brackets 4.Press handle 3 down until itengages.Turn key in case lock intoLOCK position and remove.TopcaseOpening the Topcasewith centra

Closing the TopcasePull release lever 2 all the wayup.Close Topcase lid and holdit down. Ensure that no lug-gage is trapped between lidand case.Push r

Push slide latch 2 toward theoutside and hold it in this posi-tion.Turn rotary latch 3 clockwiseas far as it will go.Release warning 4 is visible.Clos

while pressing down on theback edge of the topcase.Release warning 4 is no longervisible.If the release warning is still vis-ible the topcase is not c

OverviewsGeneral view, left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Multifunction switch, left . . .

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MaintenanceGeneral instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Standard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Engine oil . . . . . . .

General instructionsThe 'Maintenance' chapter de-scribes work involving the check-ing and replacement of wearparts that can be performed wit

and therefore to incorrect oil fillquantities.To ensure that the display of theengine oil level is correct, onlycheck the oil level after a longertrip

Topping up engine oilMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Wipe area around fill locationclean.Remove oil dipstick 1.Both too little a

Front brake-pad wearlimitmin 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction materialwithout carrier plate. Wearmarkings (grooves) must beclearly visible.)If the w

Rear brake-pad wearlimitmin 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(Only friction material with-out carrier plate. Do notpermit wear to progressto the point at which the

Front brake fluid levelBrake fluid, DOT4The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.(Brake fluid reservoir hor-izontal, motorcycle stand-ing

Rear brake fluid levelBrake fluid, DOT4The brake fluid level mustnot fall below the MIN mark.(Brake-fluid reservoir hori-zontal, motorcycle standingup

ClutchChecking clutch operationPull the clutch lever.Pressure point must be clearlyperceptible.If no clear pressure point can befelt:Have the clutch c

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fore the minimum tread depthis reached.Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Measure tire tread depth inmain tread grooves with wearin

The TPC/RDC sensors canbe damaged in case of im-proper tire mounting.Inform the authorized BMWMotorrad retailer or thespecialized workshop on the fact

Once the calipers havebeen removed, there isa risk of the brake pads beingpressed together to the extentthat they cannot be slipped backover the brake

The left axle clampingscrew fixes the threadedbush in place in the frontsuspension. A poorly alignedthreaded bush results in incorrectspacing between

Quick-release axle inthreaded bush (wheelcarrier)37 lb/ft (50 Nm)Tighten the right-hand axleclamping screw 2 with thespecified torque.Clamping screw f

Install front wheel cover and fitscrews 1 on right and left.Removing rear wheelMake sure ground is level andfirm and place motorcycle oncenter stand.R

than the standard wheel is in-stalled.Please see the information onthe effect of wheel sizes on thechassis control systems ABSand DTC at the beginning

ter stand or an auxiliary standbefore lifting it with the BMWMotorrad front wheel stand.Use basic stand with partnumber (83 30 0 402 241) incombinatio

Jump-startingThe wires leading to thepower socket do not havea load-capacity rating adequatefor jump-starting the engine. Ex-cessively high current ca

Turn slipstream deflector 1 out.Remove screw 2 and workside cover 3 to the rear andremove.Remove screw 1.Switch on the ignition and raisethe windscree

General view, left side1 Clutch fluid reservoir( 117)2 Fuel filler opening ( 84)3 Operating panel for theaudio system (see separateuser guide)4 Seat l

Disconnect plug 2.Release spring clip 3 at leftand right and swing it up.Remove bulb 4.Replace defective bulb.Bulb for high-beamheadlightH7 / 12 V / 5

Close plug connection 3.Seat the speaker unit inmount 4.Install screws 1.Switch on the ignition and raisethe windscreen to its highestposition.Hold ha

Compliance with the points be-low is important in order to maxi-mize battery life:Keep the surface of the batteryclean and dryDo not open the batteryD

Charge disconnected batteryvia onboard socket.The motorcycle's onboardelectronics know when thebattery is fully charged. Theonboard socket is swi

Installing batteryPlace battery in battery com-partment, positive terminal onright in direction of travel.Install the retainer and installscrews 3.An

-2 not in use-3 not in use-4 4 ALeft handlebar fitting, top-case lightingwith Tire Pressure Con-trol (TPC/RDC)OETPC/RDC-5 7,5Audio system-6 4 ABeam th

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CareCare products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 136Cleaning sensitive vehicle parts . . . .

Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use cleaning andcare products available at yourauthorized BMW Motorradretailer. BMW CareProductshave been

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

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mover. Then add a protectivewax coating to the paint at theselocations.Protective wax coatingTo preserve the finish of yourmotorcycle, BMW Motorrad re

Technical dataTroubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is very difficult to startPossible cause RemedySide stand is extended Retract side stand.Gear eng

Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value ValidFront brake caliper on wheelcarrierM8 x 30 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)Clamping screw for quick-re-lease axle to w

EngineEngine design transverse straight-six four-stroke engine with fourvalves per cylinder and two overhead camshafts;liquid cooling, electronic fuel

FuelRecommended fuel qualitySuper unleaded (max. 10 % of ethanol) (E10)89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)89 AKIUsable fuel quantity Approx. 7 gal (Approx. 26.5 l)Res

ClutchClutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutchTransmissionTransmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated inengine housingTransmissio

Rear-wheel driveType of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gearsType of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMWMotorrad ParaleverNumbe

Rear wheelType of rear suspension Cast-aluminum single swing arm with BMWMotorrad ParaleverType of rear suspension central suspension strut pivoted to

Wheels and tiresRecommended tire combinations You can obtain an overview of the current tireapprovals from your authorized BMW Motorradretailer or on

General view, right side1 Vehicle Identification Num-ber (above engine oil fillerneck)2 Onboard socket ( 98)3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front( 114)4 Cool

Electrical systemElectrical rating of onboard sockets max 10 A, all onboard sockets togetherBatteryBattery design Gel batteryBattery voltage 12 VBatte

FusesFuse carrier 1 30 A, Engine electronicsFuse carrier 2 40 A, Slot left: Vehicle electronics40 A, Slot right: Vehicle electronics, ESAFuse box not

Anti-theft alarm systemwith anti-theft alarmOEAnti-theft alarmActivation time during commissioning 30 sAlarm duration 26 sActivation time between two

FrameFrame design Cast light alloy - welded design with screwed-onlight alloy rear frameLocation of type plate Wheel carrier, front rightLocation of v

WeightsUnladen weight 767 lbs (348 kg), DIN unladen weight, with casesand topcase, ready for road, 90 % load of fuel,without optional extrasPermissibl

ServiceReporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 154BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 155BMW Motorrad MobilityServices . . . . . . . .

Reporting safety defectsIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediately

BMW Motorrad ServiceWith its worldwide service net-work, BMW Motorrad can attendto you and your motorcycle inover 100 countries around theglobe. BMW M

BMW ServiceBMW Service is carried out oncea year. The scope of the ser-vices performed may be depen-dent on the vehicle owner andthe mileage driven. Y

Confirmation of maintenance workBMW Pre-DeliveryCheckConductedonStamp, SignatureBMW Running-inCheckConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the lates

Multifunction switch,left1 Headlight high beam andflasher ( 50)2 with LED auxiliary head-lightsOEOperating additional head-lights ( 51)3 Cruise contro

BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer

BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer

BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer

BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer

Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and anyspecial campaign (reca

Work carried out OdometerreadingDate11163zService

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AppendixCertificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16612165zAppendix

Certifications Remote Control for central locking system Česky Meta System S.p.A. tímto prohlašuje, že tento PF240009 je ve shodě se základními p

Certifications Ελληνική ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤ΢Α Meta System S.p.A. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΣΙ PF240009 ΢ΤΜΜΟΡΥΩΝΕΣΑΙ ΠΡΟ΢ ΣΙ΢ ΟΤ΢ΙΩΔΕΙ΢ ΑΠΑΙΣΗ΢ΕΙ΢ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ΢ ΛΟΙΠΕ΢ ΢ΦΕΣΙΚΕ΢ Δ

8 Multi-controller and MENUbuttonOperating the multifunctiondisplay ( 44)Operation of the audio sys-tem (see the appropriateinstructions for use)with

Certifications Slovensko Meta System S.p.A. izjavlja, da je ta PF240009 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive

Declaration Of Conformity R&TTE Declaration Of Conformity (DoC) 0470 We: Meta System S.p.A. with the address: Via Majakovskij 10 b/c/d/e

Certifications Tire Pressure Control TPC FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210

AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABSSelf-diagnosis, 81Technology in detail, 89Warning indicators, 34AccessoriesGeneral instructions, 98Additional headligh

Cruise controlControl, 14Operating, 60Currentness of this manual, 7DDampingAdjusting, 65Rear adjuster, 11DateAdjusting, 47DimensionsTechnical data, 15

HeadlightAdjusting for traffic driving onright/driving on left, 51Headlight range adjustment, 11Warning indicator for LHD/RHDtraffic, 38Warning indica

OOdometer and tripmetersOperating, 50Onboard computerOperating, 48Onboard socketInformation on use, 98Position on motorcycle, 13Onboard toolkitContent

TTachometer, 18Technical dataBattery, 148Brakes, 146Bulbs, 148Clutch, 144Dimensions, 151Electrical system, 148Engine, 142Engine oil, 143Frame, 151Fuel

WeightsPayload table, 17Technical data, 152WheelsChecking rims, 117Installing front wheel, 121Installing rear wheel, 123Removing front wheel, 119Remov

Details described or illustratedin this booklet may differ fromthe motorcycle's actual specifi-cation as purchased, the acces-sories fitted or th

Multifunction switch,right1 with central lockingOEOperation of the centrallocking system ( 67)2 Selection of the ride mode( 57)3 Emergency ON/OFFswitc

The most important data for a filling station stop can be found in the following chart.FuelRecommended fuel quality Super unleaded (max. 10 % of ethan

Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard

Underneath seat1 Rider's Manual (US Model)2 Fuses ( 132)3 Battery ( 129)4 Standard tool kit ( 110)217zOverviews

Motorcycle/Retailer DataMotorcycle dataModelVehicle Identification NumberColor numberFirst registrationRegistration numberRetailer DataContact in Serv

Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Release for navigation slot3 Warning and indicatorlights ( 25)4 with navigation systemOANavigation device ( 99)5 Ambi

Status indicatorsMultifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Meaning of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Range . . . . . . . . .

Multifunction display1 Riding mode ( 57)2 Coolant temperature3 Area for warnings ( 26)4 Menu area ( 44)Area for messages relatingto the audio system5

Meaning of symbolsMeanings of the symbols at posi-tion 1:Average consumption1 and 2 since last reset( 49)Range with fuel now onboard ( 22)Average spee

with Electronic Suspension Ad-justment (ESA)OE5 Damping6 Vehicle loadRangeThe range indicates thetravel distance availablewith the remaining fuel. The

The displayed tire inflation pres-sures refer to a tire temperatureof 68 °F (20 °C). The left-handvalue 1 indicates the air pres-sure of the front whe

shows yellow and the servicesymbol lights up continuously.If the countdown to the nextservice is less than one month,service-due date 1 appears onthe

Warning and indicatorlights1 ABS warning light ( 34)2 with Dynamic TractionControl (DTC)OEDTC warning light ( 35)3 Telltale light of the left turnindi

11 Indicator light of cruise-control system ( 60)12 General warning light, inconjunction with warn-ing indicators in display( 26)Warning indicatorsDis

Overview of warning indicatorsWarning light Displays MeaningLights up yellow appears on the dis-playElectronic immobilizer is active ( 31)Lights up Fu

Welcome to BMWWe congratulate you on yourchoice of a motorcycle fromBMW and welcome you to thecommunity of BMW riders.Familiarize yourself with your n

Warning light Displays MeaningLights up yellow appears on the dis-playOnboard system voltage critical ( 33)Lights up yellow appears on the dis-playRea

Warning light Displays MeaningLights upDTC deactivated ( 35)Lights upDTC error ( 36)Flashes red + tire pressure inredTire inflation pressure is outsid

Warning light Displays Meaningappears on the dis-playAnti-theft alarm battery low charge( 38)Lights up yellow appears on the dis-playAnti-theft alarm

Electronic immobilizer isactiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.Key appears on the display.Possible cause:The key being used is not autho-rized for s

Engine faultThe engine symbol lightsup.Possible cause:The engine control unit has diag-nosed a fault.The engine is in the emer-gency operating mode. U

engine or ABS. This can result indangerous driving situations.If possible, do not continuedriving.The battery is not being charged.If you continue dri

Possible cause:Rear light, brake light or rearflashing turn indicator defective.The diode tail light must be re-placed. Please contact a spe-cialized

is not available until the self-diagnosis has been completed.ABS errorABS warning light lights up.Possible cause:The ABS control unit has de-tected an

DTC errorwith Dynamic Traction Control(DTC)OEDTC warning light lights up.Possible cause:The DTC control unit has de-tected an error. The DTC func-tion

Possible cause:There is a fault in the radio con-nection to the RDC sensors.Possible causes are radio sys-tems in the surrounding area,which interfere

Table of ContentsYou can also consult the index atthe end of this Rider's Manual ifyou want to find a particular topicor item of information.1 Ge

Light direction of the low-beam headlight not knownGeneral warning light showsred.Headlight with questionmark appears on the dis-play.Illumination of

Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.Anti-theft alarm batterydrainedwith anti-theft alarmOEGeneral warning l

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OperationSteering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 42EWS Electronic immobilizer . . . . . . . . . 43Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . .

Steering and ignitionlockKeysTwo main keys and one emer-gency key are provided with thevehicle. The emergency key fea-tures a light, compact design, a

stable on a level surface with thehandlebars turned to the left thanwith the handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars

Multifunction displaySelecting menuPress button 2 to step throughthe sequence of menus, startingwith the Info menu. Each timeyou press button 2 you ca

An arrow 1 on the upper or loweredge of the display indicates thatby turning the Multi-Controllerin the corresponding direction,you can access additio

Selecting from a list:A circle 2 beside each selectableitem means that the items arepart of a selection list. A circlewith a dot indicates the item th

Exiting menuArrow 3 appears when you are ina submenu.By pressing the Multi-Controller 1 to the left, you jumpback to the next-higher menu; bypressing

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 78Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Start

Language: Display lan-guage (German, English, Span-ish, Italian, French, Dutch, Por-tuguese)Time format -12 h / 24 h: Clock in 12-hour format (12 h) o

Travel times: TraveltimesDate: Current dateOil level: Engine-oil levelOff: No readingResetting average dataCall up the Info menu andselect the average

OdometerSelecting odometerSwitch on ignition.Press button 1 to select trip-meter 2 of your choice.The following counters can bedisplayed:Tripmeter 1 (

The high-beam headlightcan also be switched onwhen the engine is not running.Parking lightSwitch off ignition.Immediately after switchingoff the ignit

Press button 1 to switch onthe auxiliary headlights.The telltale light shows.If this warning symbol ap-pears it tells you that theon-board system volt

Press button 1 toward left toswitch on left-hand turn indica-tor.Press button 1 toward rightto switch on right-hand turnindicator.Press button 1 into

Do not operate the emergencyON/OFF switch when riding.The engine can be switchedoff easily and quickly using theemergency ON/OFF switch.a Engine switc

Seat heating can be acti-vated only when the engineis running.Call up the Seat heatingmenu.The front seat has five-stageheating. Stage five is for hea

be switched back to the firstlevel.2 Switch in middle position:Heating off.3 Switch in one-dot position:50 % heating output.4 Switch in two-dot positi

Riding modeSetting driving modeSwitch on ignition.Press button 1.Details on the selectabledriving modes are providedin the chapter "Technology in

11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153Reporting safetydefects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154BMW Motorrad Service . . . 155BMW Motor

SeatRemove seatUse the ignition key to unlockseat lock 1 and lift the rear ofthe seat.Disconnect plug 2 of the seatheating and remove the seat.Place t

Lower the rear of the seat andengage the seat in the latchingmechanism.WindshieldAdjusting windshieldSwitch on ignition.When you pull away the wind-sc

Cruise controlSwitching on cruisecontrolPush switch 1 to right.Button 2 is operational.Setting road speedBriefly press button 2 forward.The cruise con

Decreasing speedBriefly press button 2 back-ward.Speed is decreased by 0.6mph (1 km/h) each time but-ton is pressed.Press button 2 back and hold.The m

Storage compartmentsUse the stowagecompartmentsUse the ignition key to open orclose lock 1 of the left stowagecompartment or lock 2 of theright stowag

some situations (e.g. variation ofload).BrakesAdjusting handbrake leverChanging the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir canallow air to penetrate the

Eccentric, peg to shiftlever6 lb/ft (8 Nm)MirrorsAdjusting mirrorsMove mirror into desired posi-tion by applying light pressureat edge.Spring preloadS

To increase spring preload,turn handwheel in direction ofarrow HIGH.To decrease spring preload,turn handwheel in direction ofarrow LOW.Basic setting o

Basic setting of rearwheel rear-wheel damp-ingTurn the adjusting screw asfar as it will go in the direc-tion indicated by the H arrowand then turn it

cursor down to set the vehicleload.The load cannot be setwhile the motorcycle is inmotion.The possible settings for vehicleload appear on the display.

General instructionsOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6Equipment . . . .

UnlockingSwitch on the ignition andpress button 3.Alternatively: Press button 2on the remote control.The two stowage compart-ments in the side panels,

invariably log on all the remotecontrols in the set.Enable logon of the remotecontrols as follows:Switch on ignition.Press button 2 on the remotecontr

Switch on ignition.Press and hold down buttons 1and 2 until LED 3 stops flash-ing.LED 3 flashes for about tenseconds.Release buttons 1 and 2.LED 3 is

Press button 1 twice.LED 3 flashes for a few sec-onds.The remote control is ready tooperate again.Anti-theft alarm (DWA)Activation without remotecontr

Activation with remotecontrolwith anti-theft alarmOEwith central lockingOESwitch off ignition.Press button 1 on the remotecontrol twice.See also the o

An alarm lasts for approximately26 seconds. During the alarm, analarm tone sounds and the turnsignals flash. The type of alarmsound can be programmed.

seconds when "Activation afterignition off" is programmed.Turn signals are illuminatedonce.Confirmation tone sounds once(if programmed).Anti

Tire pressure, front42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tirecold)Tire pressure, rear42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (With tirecold)If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pr

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RidingSafety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Starting . . . . .

OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Man-ual will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work car-ried ou

Safety instructionsRider's equipmentDo not ride without the correctclothing. Always wear:HelmetRider's suitGlovesBootsThis applies even to s

make sure that no-one comesinto contact with the engine andexhaust system.Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic c

StartingStarting the engineSwitch on ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 80)ABS self-diagnosis in progress.( 81)with Dynamic Traction Control(DTC)O

al' warning light cannot be dis-played.Check that the 'General' warninglight comes on, and that it showsred and yellow.Have the malfunc

least 3 mph (5 km/h) in orderfor DTC self-diagnosis tocomplete.DTC warning light flashesslowly.DTC self-diagnosiscompletedThe DTC symbol is no longerd

TiresNew tires have a smooth sur-face. This must be roughened byriding in a restrained manner atvarious heel angles until the tiresare run in. This ru

When driving in the rain andthrough puddles.After washing the motorcycle.When driving on roads spreadwith salt.After working on the brakesdue to oil o

Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Open protective cap.Unlock cap of fuel tank withignition key and fold up.Fuel expands when ex-po

Securing motorcyclefor transportProtect all component surfacesagainst which straps are routedagainst scratching. For exam-ple, use adhesive tape or so

Technology in detailRiding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Brake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . .

EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmotorcycle, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describes optionalequipment (OE) off

Riding modeSelectionThree riding modes enable themotorcycle's characteristics toadapt to the prevailing weatherconditions, the road and traffic,a

DTC system intervention is evenlater, which means that even ondry asphalt drifting is possibleunder sharp acceleration whencornering.SwitchoverA mode

and a fall can result. Before thissituation occurs, ABS intervenesand adjusts the brake pressureto the maximum transferrablebraking force. This enable

What are the designcharacteristics of theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS?The BMW Motorrad Integral ABSensures driving stability on anysurface within the limi

Engine managementwith BMW MotorradDTCwith Dynamic Traction Control(DTC)OEHow does DTC work?The BMW Motorrad DTC com-pares the wheel speeds of thefront

condition for a fault message isthe completed self-diagnosis.The BMW Motorrad DTC canissue an error message underthe exceptional riding conditionsoutl

The tire inflation pressures areshown temperature-compen-sated in the multifunction display;they refer to a tire temperatureof 68 °F (20 °C). No tempe

the handling of the motorcycleremains constant.It is possible to electricallychange the spring ratethrough the combination of aconventional coil sprin

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AccessoriesGeneral instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Navigation device . . . .